Consolation in life and death wherein is shewed that interest in Christ is a ground of comfort ... begun in a funeral sermon occasioned by the death of Mrs. Ellen Asty, and since much enlarged : together with the life of the said Mrs. Ellen Asty / by Owen Stockton ...
THis Book containeth a Discourse concerning Jesus Christ, and his Church. Sometimes Christ is brought in speaking of his Church, and sometimes, to his Church.
THis Book Containeth a Discourse Concerning jesus christ, and his Church. Sometime christ is brought in speaking of his Church, and sometime, to his Church.
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In this Text the Spouse of Christ is brought in speaking concerning Christ, and expressing her grounds of Consolation, that she had, both under the troubles of Life, and the danger of Death.
In this Text the Spouse of christ is brought in speaking Concerning christ, and expressing her grounds of Consolation, that she had, both under the Troubles of Life, and the danger of Death.
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The troubles of the Church are set out. Chap. 1.6. She was black, because the Sun had looked upon her, which signifieth the scorching persecutions, that the Lord suffereth to come upon the Church, to try the Faith and Patience of his Servants.
The Troubles of the Church Are Set out. Chap. 1.6. She was black, Because the Sun had looked upon her, which signifies the scorching persecutions, that the Lord suffers to come upon the Church, to try the Faith and Patience of his Servants.
And she met with much anger and hard usage from her Mothers Children, that is, those that professed the same Faith with her self, my Mothers Children were angry with me, and made me the Keepers of their Vineyards,
And she met with much anger and hard usage from her Mother's Children, that is, those that professed the same Faith with her self, my Mother's Children were angry with me, and made me the Keepers of their Vineyards,
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Chap. 2. v. 2. As a Lilie among Thorns, so is my Love among the Daughters, that is, compassed about on every side with sharp and sore troubles, that did prick,
Chap. 2. v. 2. As a Lily among Thorns, so is my Love among the Daughters, that is, compassed about on every side with sharp and soar Troubles, that did prick,
Israel, thy Prophets are like the Foxes, that is, the false Prophets; for the true Prophets support and cherish the Vines, they are the false Prophets, that spoil the Vines. 2, Subtle and cruel Persecutors, that seek after the lives of the Saints, are these Foxes, Luk. 13.31, 32. Sect. 1. The Division of the Words with the Doctrines.
Israel, thy prophets Are like the Foxes, that is, the false prophets; for the true prophets support and cherish the Vines, they Are the false prophets, that spoil the Vines. 2, Subtle and cruel Persecutors, that seek After the lives of the Saints, Are these Foxes, Luk. 13.31, 32. Sect. 1. The Division of the Words with the Doctrines.
they love him above all things and persons in the World. 2. VVe have the claim that is laid to Christ, My Beloved is mine. I have a special and peculiar interest in him, he is mine,
they love him above all things and Persons in the World. 2. We have the claim that is laid to christ, My beloved is mine. I have a special and peculiar Interest in him, he is mine,
as much as any thing, that I have, is mine, my Beloved is mine, I can, I do, I will lay claim to him, as my own, Psal. 67.6. God, even our own God shall bless us.
as much as any thing, that I have, is mine, my beloved is mine, I can, I do, I will lay claim to him, as my own, Psalm 67.6. God, even our own God shall bless us.
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It is not, I hope he is mine, or by way of desire, O that he were mine, but it is spoken with much confidence, my Beloved is mine. Isaiah 63.16. Doubtless thou art our Father.
It is not, I hope he is mine, or by Way of desire, Oh that he were mine, but it is spoken with much confidence, my beloved is mine. Isaiah 63.16. Doubtless thou art our Father.
but I am his. I am not the Worlds, but he hath chosen and called me out of the world, I am his. 5. Christs familiar converse with his Church, he feedeth among the Lilies, that is, he affordeth his presence to them, he converseth familiarly with them,
but I am his. I am not the World's, but he hath chosen and called me out of the world, I am his. 5. Christ familiar converse with his Church, he feeds among the Lilies, that is, he affords his presence to them, he Converseth familiarly with them,
as persons do that feed together. 6. The persons among whom Christ feeds, they that are his, those that love him, those that resemble the Lilies, that is, humble Souls, such as walk innocently, such as are fruitful.
as Persons do that feed together. 6. The Persons among whom christ feeds, they that Are his, those that love him, those that resemble the Lilies, that is, humble Souls, such as walk innocently, such as Are fruitful.
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It's Plinys Observation, Lilio nihil faecundius, such as are like Christ, the lilie of the Valleys, meek and lowly in heart. 7. The Consolation the Church hath under all the troubles of this Life,
It's Plinys Observation, Lilio nihil faecundius, such as Are like christ, the Lily of the Valleys, meek and lowly in heart. 7. The Consolation the Church hath under all the Troubles of this Life,
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and the fears of Death, and that ariseth from two Heads. 1. Her interest in Christ, my Beloved is mine. 2. The enjoyment of Christs presence, he feedeth among the Lilies.
and the fears of Death, and that arises from two Heads. 1. Her Interest in christ, my beloved is mine. 2. The enjoyment of Christ presence, he feeds among the Lilies.
Feeding implyeth 1. His presence and familiar converse with her. 2. His delight in her, feeding signifieth delight, John 4.34. My meat is to do the will of him that sent me. 3. His ministring inward and spiritual Comforts. Judg. 19.5. Comfort thine heart with a morsel of bread. And inward supports. Psal. 104.15. Bread which strengthneth mans heart.
Feeding Implies 1. His presence and familiar converse with her. 2. His delight in her, feeding signifies delight, John 4.34. My meat is to do the will of him that sent me. 3. His ministering inward and spiritual Comforts. Judges 19.5. Comfort thine heart with a morsel of bred. And inward supports. Psalm 104.15. Bred which strengtheneth men heart.
2. Such as believe in Christ may come to a sure and certain Knowledge of their Interest in Christ, they may be able to say with much confidence, Christ is mine,
2. Such as believe in christ may come to a sure and certain Knowledge of their Interest in christ, they may be able to say with much confidence, christ is mine,
and apply Christ to a mans own Soul. My beloved is mine. 5. The Lord Jesus Christ feedeth among the Lilies, that is, converseth with them, delighteth in them, Communicates Spiritual comforts and supports to them. 6. It is a great comfort to the Saints in an evil day,
and apply christ to a men own Soul. My Beloved is mine. 5. The Lord jesus christ feeds among the Lilies, that is, Converseth with them, delights in them, Communicates Spiritual comforts and supports to them. 6. It is a great Comfort to the Saints in an evil day,
When it was a time of persecution, and there were Thorns on every side, and the Foxes spoyling the Vines, the Spouse could triumph in this, My Beloved is mine, and I am his, Luk. 1.47. The Virgin Mary went through sore afflictions as sharp, as if she had a Sword run through her. Luk. 2.35. yet her Spirit could rejoyce in God her Saviour.
When it was a time of persecution, and there were Thorns on every side, and the Foxes spoiling the Vines, the Spouse could triumph in this, My beloved is mine, and I am his, Luk. 1.47. The Virgae Marry went through soar afflictions as sharp, as if she had a Sword run through her. Luk. 2.35. yet her Spirit could rejoice in God her Saviour.
Paul when shut up in Prison, could, and did rejoyce in Christ Jesus, Phil. 1.13. compared with Phil. 3.3. We rejoyce in Christ Jesus. Cant. 8.5. The Wilderness, a place of great troubles, and a land of the shadow of Death, that is, where they walked almost continually in danger of death. Jer. 2.6. yet under all the troubles of the wilderness, and the shadow of death, there was refreshment by leaning on Christ. 2 Sam. 30.6.
Paul when shut up in Prison, could, and did rejoice in christ jesus, Philip 1.13. compared with Philip 3.3. We rejoice in christ jesus. Cant 8.5. The Wilderness, a place of great Troubles, and a land of the shadow of Death, that is, where they walked almost continually in danger of death. Jer. 2.6. yet under all the Troubles of the Wilderness, and the shadow of death, there was refreshment by leaning on christ. 2 Sam. 30.6.
As a Lilie among Thorns, yet there, I sat down under his shadow with great delight. Psal. 23.1.4. The Lord is my Shepherd, and what then? though I walk through the Valley of the shadow of Death, I will fear no evil.
As a Lily among Thorns, yet there, I sat down under his shadow with great delight. Psalm 23.1.4. The Lord is my Shepherd, and what then? though I walk through the Valley of the shadow of Death, I will Fear no evil.
and is made Judge of the quick and dead, and hath power over all flesh. Act. 10.36. Preaching Peace by Jesus Christ, he is Lord of all, Joh. 3.35. The Father loveth the Son, and hath given all things into his hands. Joh. 17.2. Thou hast given him power over all flesh.
and is made Judge of the quick and dead, and hath power over all Flesh. Act. 10.36. Preaching Peace by jesus christ, he is Lord of all, John 3.35. The Father loves the Son, and hath given all things into his hands. John 17.2. Thou hast given him power over all Flesh.
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and profess, and say that Christ is theirs, but they are not his, neither is he theirs in truth. Joh. 1.11. He came to his own, and his own recieved him not.
and profess, and say that christ is theirs, but they Are not his, neither is he theirs in truth. John 1.11. He Come to his own, and his own received him not.
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and to Christ as their Saviour, that have no real interest in God and Christ. 3. There is a special saving interest in Christ as our Redeemer, which is,
and to christ as their Saviour, that have no real Interest in God and christ. 3. There is a special Saving Interest in christ as our Redeemer, which is,
They that are thus Interested in Christ, are said to be in Christ, and by vertue of their Union with him, they have a right to all his saving benefits. 1 Cor. 1.30.
They that Are thus Interested in christ, Are said to be in christ, and by virtue of their union with him, they have a right to all his Saving benefits. 1 Cor. 1.30.
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To be thus interested in Christ is not common to all men, but it is a special priviledge belonging to a peculiar people. Tit. 2.14. who gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and parifie unto himself a peculiar people.
To be thus interested in christ is not Common to all men, but it is a special privilege belonging to a peculiar people. Tit. 2.14. who gave himself for us, that he might Redeem us from all iniquity, and parifie unto himself a peculiar people.
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As concerning this saving interest in Christ, we find some men are Christ owned by him for his own. 1 Cor. 3.23. ye are Christs; Joh. 13.1. Jesus having loved his own, loved them unto the end.
As Concerning this Saving Interest in christ, we find Some men Are christ owned by him for his own. 1 Cor. 3.23. you Are Christ; John 13.1. jesus having loved his own, loved them unto the end.
but are without any part or portion in Christ. Eph. 2.12. At that time ye were without Christ, some men have a part with Christ, some have no part at all in him or with him, Joh. 13.8. If I wash thee not thou hast no part with me.
but Are without any part or portion in christ. Ephesians 2.12. At that time you were without christ, Some men have a part with christ, Some have no part At all in him or with him, John 13.8. If I wash thee not thou hast no part with me.
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To open the nature of this saving Interest in Christ more fully, I shall resolve these two questions. 1. How Christ becometh ours. 2. How we become his. How doth Christ become ours.
To open the nature of this Saving Interest in christ more Fully, I shall resolve these two questions. 1. How christ Becometh ours. 2. How we become his. How does christ become ours.
A. 1. By the Fathers giving him to be a propitiation for our sins, and Christs giving himself to die for our sins, God the Father gave Christ to be the propitiation for our sins. Joh. 16.8.
A. 1. By the Father's giving him to be a propitiation for our Sins, and Christ giving himself to die for our Sins, God the Father gave christ to be the propitiation for our Sins. John 16.8.
God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting Life. 1 Joh. 4.10. Herein is love, not that we loved God, but that he loved us, and sent his Son to be the propitiation for our sins.
God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever Believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting Life. 1 John 4.10. Herein is love, not that we loved God, but that he loved us, and sent his Son to be the propitiation for our Sins.
There was his own consent to this Gift, the giving himself to die for our sins. Gal. 2.20. Who loved me, and gave himself for me. Tit. 2.14. Who gave himself for us — 1 Tim. 2.6. Who gave himself for a ransom for all.
There was his own consent to this Gift, the giving himself to die for our Sins. Gal. 2.20. Who loved me, and gave himself for me. Tit. 2.14. Who gave himself for us — 1 Tim. 2.6. Who gave himself for a ransom for all.
2. Christ becomes ours by effectual calling, for when God calls us effectually, he calls us to fellowship with Christ, that is, to be partakers of Christ,
2. christ becomes ours by effectual calling, for when God calls us effectually, he calls us to fellowship with christ, that is, to be partakers of christ,
As soon as we are effectually called, Christ becomes ours, and all his benefits become ours, we have an actual right to an interest and propriety in Christ,
As soon as we Are effectually called, christ becomes ours, and all his benefits become ours, we have an actual right to an Interest and propriety in christ,
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and in all his saving benefits. 1 Cor. 1.26. Ye see your calling, brethren — All are yours, and ye are Christs. 1 Cor. 3.22.23. They that are effectually called, Christ is theirs, and all the benefits of Christ are theirs.
and in all his Saving benefits. 1 Cor. 1.26. You see your calling, brothers — All Are yours, and you Are Christ. 1 Cor. 3.22.23. They that Are effectually called, christ is theirs, and all the benefits of christ Are theirs.
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when God calls us effectually, he brings us out of our ignorance and darkness, and gives us the knowledge of himself and his Son Jesus Christ. 1 Pet. 2.9. Who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous light.
when God calls us effectually, he brings us out of our ignorance and darkness, and gives us the knowledge of himself and his Son jesus christ. 1 Pet. 2.9. Who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous Light.
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and his saving benefits, for through the knowledge of Christ are communicated to us, all things pertaining to Life and Godliness. 2 Pet. 1.3. According as his divine power hath given us all things pertaining to Life and Godliness through the knowledge of him that hath called us to glory and vertue.
and his Saving benefits, for through the knowledge of christ Are communicated to us, all things pertaining to Life and Godliness. 2 Pet. 1.3. According as his divine power hath given us all things pertaining to Life and Godliness through the knowledge of him that hath called us to glory and virtue.
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2. The loosening and taking off the heart from all things that hinder the Soul from coming to and following after Jesus Christ A man is called off from all that hinders his closeing with Christ,
2. The loosening and taking off the heart from all things that hinder the Soul from coming to and following After jesus christ A man is called off from all that hinders his closing with christ,
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And they that are thus called, shall have remission of sins, and eternal life. Rom. 8.30. Whom he called, them he also justified, and whom he justified, them he also glorified.
And they that Are thus called, shall have remission of Sins, and Eternal life. Rom. 8.30. Whom he called, them he also justified, and whom he justified, them he also glorified.
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The Spirit of God maketh a free offer of Christ to every one that is willing to have him; Rev. 22.17. The Spirit saith come — And let him that is a thirst come;
The Spirit of God makes a free offer of christ to every one that is willing to have him; Rev. 22.17. The Spirit Says come — And let him that is a thirst come;
Now this recieving Christ implyeth these 3 things. (1.) Our recieving that Testimony which is given of Christ in the Gospel concerning the person, offices, death,
Now this receiving christ Implies these 3 things. (1.) Our receiving that Testimony which is given of christ in the Gospel Concerning the person, Offices, death,
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as well as the Son of man, that he is that Saviour that was foretold and promised should come into the World to save lost man, that he dyed for our sins,
as well as the Son of man, that he is that Saviour that was foretold and promised should come into the World to save lost man, that he died for our Sins,
when we believe the truth of those things which are revealed in the Gospel concerning Jesus Christ, Joh. 3.33. He that hath received his Testimony, hath set to his Seal, that he is true.
when we believe the truth of those things which Are revealed in the Gospel Concerning jesus christ, John 3.33. He that hath received his Testimony, hath Set to his Seal, that he is true.
The averseness of the will, to accept of Christ for our Lord and Saviour, we may see from such Scriptures as these. Ps. 81.11. Israel would none of me. Luk. 19.14. We will not have this man reign over us. Joh. 5.40. Ye will not come unto me that ye might have life.
The averseness of the will, to accept of christ for our Lord and Saviour, we may see from such Scriptures as these. Ps. 81.11. Israel would none of me. Luk. 19.14. We will not have this man Reign over us. John 5.40. You will not come unto me that you might have life.
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It is the work of God, yea the power of God, that is required to make a man willing to have Christ for his Lord and Saviour, Phil. 2.13. It is God that worketh in you, both to will and to do, of his own good pleasure. Ps. 110.3. Thy people shall be willing in the day of thy power.
It is the work of God, yea the power of God, that is required to make a man willing to have christ for his Lord and Saviour, Philip 2.13. It is God that works in you, both to will and to do, of his own good pleasure. Ps. 110.3. Thy people shall be willing in the day of thy power.
When we look upon him as the only Saviour, and as an all-sufficient Saviour, and do trust in him for our eternal Salvation. Eph. 1.13. In whom ye trusted after ye heard the word of truth, the Gospel of your Salvation. Ps. 86.2. O thou my God, save thy Servant that trusteth in thee.
When we look upon him as the only Saviour, and as an All-sufficient Saviour, and do trust in him for our Eternal Salvation. Ephesians 1.13. In whom you trusted After you herd the word of truth, the Gospel of your Salvation. Ps. 86.2. Oh thou my God, save thy Servant that Trusteth in thee.
In these three things consisteth this duty of receiving Christ. 1. In the assent of the mind, to the truth of those things that are revealed concerning Christ in the Gospel. 2. In the consent of the will to take this Jesus for our Lord and Saviour. 3. In the relyance or trust of the heart on Christ for Salvation. 4. Christ becometh ours, by our entring into Covenant with God.
In these three things Consisteth this duty of receiving christ. 1. In the assent of the mind, to the truth of those things that Are revealed Concerning christ in the Gospel. 2. In the consent of the will to take this jesus for our Lord and Saviour. 3. In the reliance or trust of the heart on christ for Salvation. 4. christ Becometh ours, by our entering into Covenant with God.
When upon the call of the Gospel we come to Christ, and believe in Christ, then we enter into Covenant with God, then God makes an everlasting Covenant with us. Isa. 55.3.
When upon the call of the Gospel we come to christ, and believe in christ, then we enter into Covenant with God, then God makes an everlasting Covenant with us. Isaiah 55.3.
God the Father chose out of the children of men whom he saw good, and gave them to Jesus Christ to be his peculiar people, to be redeemed and saved by him. Joh. 17.6. Thine they were, and thou gavest them me. 1 Pet. 2.9. Ye are a chosen generation, a peculiar people.
God the Father chosen out of the children of men whom he saw good, and gave them to jesus christ to be his peculiar people, to be redeemed and saved by him. John 17.6. Thine they were, and thou Gavest them me. 1 Pet. 2.9. You Are a chosen generation, a peculiar people.
So that all that are Christs are the Fathers, and all that are the Fathers by election, are the Sons by redemption. Joh. 17.10. All mine are thine, and thine are mine.
So that all that Are Christ Are the Father's, and all that Are the Father's by election, Are the Sons by redemption. John 17.10. All mine Are thine, and thine Are mine.
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He bought us with a price, he purchased us with his own blood, he bought us Body and Soul for himself with a great price. 1 Cor. 6.19, 20. Ye are not your own, ye are bought with a price,
He bought us with a price, he purchased us with his own blood, he bought us Body and Soul for himself with a great price. 1 Cor. 6.19, 20. You Are not your own, you Are bought with a price,
therefore glorifie God in your body and in your Spirits which are Gods. The price that Christ gave for this purchase, was his own blood; Act. 20.28. To feed the Church of God which he hath purchased with his own blood. III. We become Christs by the Spirits causing and enabling us to give our selves to Christ, We become Christs by a voluntary resignation of our own selves unto him. 2 Cor. 8.5. First gave their own selves unto the Lord. Isa. 44.5. One shall say I am the Lord, and another shall subscribe with his hand to the Lord.
Therefore Glorify God in your body and in your Spirits which Are God's The price that christ gave for this purchase, was his own blood; Act. 20.28. To feed the Church of God which he hath purchased with his own blood. III. We become Christ by the Spirits causing and enabling us to give our selves to christ, We become Christ by a voluntary resignation of our own selves unto him. 2 Cor. 8.5. First gave their own selves unto the Lord. Isaiah 44.5. One shall say I am the Lord, and Another shall subscribe with his hand to the Lord.
that is, shall surely and firmly engage himself to be the Lords Servant; Psal. 116.16. O Lord, truly I am thy Servant, I am thy Servant. IIII. VVe become Christs by vertue of the covenant.
that is, shall surely and firmly engage himself to be the lords Servant; Psalm 116.16. Oh Lord, truly I am thy Servant, I am thy Servant. IIII. We become Christ by virtue of the Covenant.
He enters into covenant with us, that he will graciously accept us to be his. Ezek. 16.8. I entered into a Covenant with thee, saith the Lord God, and thou becamest mine.
He enters into Covenant with us, that he will graciously accept us to be his. Ezekiel 16.8. I entered into a Covenant with thee, Says the Lord God, and thou becamest mine.
Jesus Christ hath fully, perfectly, and for ever reconciled unto God all that are his. The elect as well as others were by nature the Children of wrath. Eph. 2.3.
jesus christ hath Fully, perfectly, and for ever reconciled unto God all that Are his. The elect as well as Others were by nature the Children of wrath. Ephesians 2.3.
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But by the Death and sufferings of Christ, they are redeemed from the wrath of God, both for present, and time to come. Rom. 5.9. Being now justified by his blood, we shall be saved from wrath through him. 1 Thes 1.10. Even Jesus which hath delivered us from wrath to come.
But by the Death and sufferings of christ, they Are redeemed from the wrath of God, both for present, and time to come. Rom. 5.9. Being now justified by his blood, we shall be saved from wrath through him. 1 These 1.10. Even jesus which hath Delivered us from wrath to come.
unto God for ever, Col. 1.19, 20. Having made peace through the blood of his Cross, by him to reconcile all things unto himself, &c. All that are Christs,
unto God for ever, Col. 1.19, 20. Having made peace through the blood of his Cross, by him to reconcile all things unto himself, etc. All that Are Christ,
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All that are Christs in all ages of the world, and in all places of the world are reconciled to God by Christ. 2 Cor. 5.19. God was in Christ, reconciling the world to himself.
All that Are Christ in all ages of the world, and in all places of the world Are reconciled to God by christ. 2 Cor. 5.19. God was in christ, reconciling the world to himself.
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and that for ever, by his offering up himself a Sacrifice to God for them. Heb. 10.14. For by one offering he hath perfected, for ever them that are sanctified.
and that for ever, by his offering up himself a Sacrifice to God for them. Hebrew 10.14. For by one offering he hath perfected, for ever them that Are sanctified.
I shall open this fulness and perfection of this Reconciliation in three or four particulars. 1. Jesus Christ by his Death hath so fully reconciled all that are his unto God;
I shall open this fullness and perfection of this Reconciliation in three or four particulars. 1. jesus christ by his Death hath so Fully reconciled all that Are his unto God;
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that he is pacified towards them, notwithstanding all their offences, whether original or actual, and will not impute any one of their offences to them 2 Cor. 5.19. God was in Christ, reconciling the world unto himself, not imputing their trespasses unto them.
that he is pacified towards them, notwithstanding all their offences, whither original or actual, and will not impute any one of their offences to them 2 Cor. 5.19. God was in christ, reconciling the world unto himself, not imputing their Trespasses unto them.
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The nature of reconciliation lyeth in pacifying God for the offence our sins have caused, and this pacification Christ our High Priest hath wrought for us, Heb. 2.17. That he might be a merciful and faithful High Priest, in things pertaining to God, to make reconciliation for the sins of the people.
The nature of reconciliation lies in pacifying God for the offence our Sins have caused, and this pacification christ our High Priest hath wrought for us, Hebrew 2.17. That he might be a merciful and faithful High Priest, in things pertaining to God, to make reconciliation for the Sins of the people.
And this pacification is so full, that it is a pacification for all offences. Ezek. 16.63. I am pacified toward; thee for all that thou hast done, saith the Lord.
And this pacification is so full, that it is a pacification for all offences. Ezekiel 16.63. I am pacified towards; thee for all that thou hast done, Says the Lord.
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and retaineth no fury at all against them. Psal. 85.3. Thou hast taken away all thy wrath, thou hast turned thy self from the fierceness of thine anger. Isa. 27.4. Fury is not in me.
and retaineth no fury At all against them. Psalm 85.3. Thou hast taken away all thy wrath, thou hast turned thy self from the fierceness of thine anger. Isaiah 27.4. Fury is not in me.
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when they judge according to sence and feeling, they may think many providences of God, to be expressions of his wrath, which they might understand to be all Mercy,
when they judge according to sense and feeling, they may think many providences of God, to be expressions of his wrath, which they might understand to be all Mercy,
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so as to destroy, for so rebuking is sometimes understood, namely of eternal destruction. Ps. 9.5. Thou hast rebuked the Heathen, thou hast destroyed the wicked, thou hast put out their name for ever and ever.
so as to destroy, for so rebuking is sometime understood, namely of Eternal destruction. Ps. 9.5. Thou hast rebuked the Heathen, thou hast destroyed the wicked, thou hast put out their name for ever and ever.
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but he hath restored, and brought them into the love and favour of God, Rom. 5.1, 2. By whom also we have access by Faith into this grace wherein we stand.
but he hath restored, and brought them into the love and favour of God, Rom. 5.1, 2. By whom also we have access by Faith into this grace wherein we stand.
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nor Powers, nor things present nor things to come, nor height nor depth, nor any other creature shall be able to separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus.
nor Powers, nor things present nor things to come, nor height nor depth, nor any other creature shall be able to separate us from the love of God which is in christ jesus.
Now our reconciliation to God by Jesus Christ is a ground of joy and strong consolation against the terrours of Death, and troubles of Life. Rom. 5.11. We joy in God, through our Lord Jesus Christ, by whom we have now recieved an atonement.
Now our reconciliation to God by jesus christ is a ground of joy and strong consolation against the terrors of Death, and Troubles of Life. Rom. 5.11. We joy in God, through our Lord jesus christ, by whom we have now received an atonement.
We glory in Tribulations. Yet in all our tribulations, and when we see death approaching and passing upon us, we may joy in God through our Lord Jesus Christ by whom we have received an atonement.
We glory in Tribulations. Yet in all our tribulations, and when we see death approaching and passing upon us, we may joy in God through our Lord jesus christ by whom we have received an atonement.
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But when he saw his Brother was pleased with him, that made him exceeding joyful, even as if he had a sight of the face of God. Gen 33.10. I have seen thy face, as though I had seen the face of God, and thou wast pleased with me.
But when he saw his Brother was pleased with him, that made him exceeding joyful, even as if he had a sighed of the face of God. Gen 33.10. I have seen thy face, as though I had seen the face of God, and thou wast pleased with me.
If reconciliation with an offended brother be such a ground of comfort, what is reconciliation with an offended God? Solomon speaks highly of the favour of a King, that is like life to a dying man,
If reconciliation with an offended brother be such a ground of Comfort, what is reconciliation with an offended God? Solomon speaks highly of the favour of a King, that is like life to a dying man,
and like the Rain to the thirsty ground, very grateful and refreshing. Prov. 16.15. In the light of the Kings Countenance is Life, and his favour is as a Cloud of the latter Rain.
and like the Rain to the thirsty ground, very grateful and refreshing. Curae 16.15. In the Light of the Kings Countenance is Life, and his favour is as a Cloud of the latter Rain.
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Reconciliation with God affords strong Consolation against the Fears and Terrors of Death several ways. 1. Because such as are reconciled to God by the death of Christ shall assuredly be saved by Christ. Rom. 5.10. For if when we were enemies we were reconciled to God by the death of his Son, much more being reconciled, we shall be saved by his Life.
Reconciliation with God affords strong Consolation against the Fears and Terrors of Death several ways. 1. Because such as Are reconciled to God by the death of christ shall assuredly be saved by christ. Rom. 5.10. For if when we were enemies we were reconciled to God by the death of his Son, much more being reconciled, we shall be saved by his Life.
The great end of Christs death was to expiate our sins, and to obtain for us forgiveness of sins. 1 Cor. 15.3. Christ dyed for our sins according to the Scriptures. Gal. 1.4. Who gave himself for our sins. 1 Joh. 3.5. And ye know that he was manifest to take away our sins Joh. 1.29. Behold the Lamb of God that taketh away the sin of the world. Heb. 9.26. Now once in the end of the world hath he appeared to put away sin by the Sacrifice of himself.
The great end of Christ death was to expiate our Sins, and to obtain for us forgiveness of Sins. 1 Cor. 15.3. christ died for our Sins according to the Scriptures. Gal. 1.4. Who gave himself for our Sins. 1 John 3.5. And you know that he was manifest to take away our Sins John 1.29. Behold the Lamb of God that Takes away the since of the world. Hebrew 9.26. Now once in the end of the world hath he appeared to put away since by the Sacrifice of himself.
All sorts of sins, sins of Omission and Commission, sins of Ignorance, and sins against light, original and actual sins are cleansed away by the Blood of Christ,
All sorts of Sins, Sins of Omission and Commission, Sins of Ignorance, and Sins against Light, original and actual Sins Are cleansed away by the Blood of christ,
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and every particular sin, great and small is cleansed by the Blood of Christ. Tit. 2.14. Who gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity.
and every particular since, great and small is cleansed by the Blood of christ. Tit. 2.14. Who gave himself for us, that he might Redeem us from all iniquity.
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And Christ making satisfaction for them all, bearing them all away by his death. 1 Pet. 2.24. Who his own self, bare our sins in his own body upon the tree.
And christ making satisfaction for them all, bearing them all away by his death. 1 Pet. 2.24. Who his own self, bore our Sins in his own body upon the tree.
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Out of respect to the Death of Christ, God will forgive us all our trespasses, how many, or how great soever they have been. Col. 2.13. Having forgiven you all trespasses. Ps. 103.3. Who forgiveth all thine iniquities. Ps. 85.2. Thou hast forgiven all the iniquities of thy people, thou hast covered all our sin.
Out of respect to the Death of christ, God will forgive us all our Trespasses, how many, or how great soever they have been. Col. 2.13. Having forgiven you all Trespasses. Ps. 103.3. Who forgiveth all thine iniquities. Ps. 85.2. Thou hast forgiven all the iniquities of thy people, thou hast covered all our since.
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And that we may be the more fully assured that the pardon which our Lord Jesus hath obtained for us, is a full and general pardon of all offences, the Lord hath obliged himself by many promises for Christs sake, to pardon all,
And that we may be the more Fully assured that the pardon which our Lord jesus hath obtained for us, is a full and general pardon of all offences, the Lord hath obliged himself by many promises for Christ sake, to pardon all,
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and never be remembred against us to Eternity. Heb. 8.12. I will be merciful to their unrighteousness, and their sins, and their Iniquities will I remember no more.
and never be remembered against us to Eternity. Hebrew 8.12. I will be merciful to their unrighteousness, and their Sins, and their Iniquities will I Remember no more.
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Those things that are cast into the depths of the Sea, are wholly, and for ever, taken out of our sight. Psal. 103.12. As far as the East is from the West, so far hath he removed our transgressious from us.
Those things that Are cast into the depths of the Sea, Are wholly, and for ever, taken out of our sighed. Psalm 103.12. As Far as the East is from the West, so Far hath he removed our transgressious from us.
For the East and VVest are at that great distance, that they shall never come together. Ezek. 33.16. None of the sins that he hath committed, shall be mentioned to him.
For the East and VVest Are At that great distance, that they shall never come together. Ezekiel 33.16. None of the Sins that he hath committed, shall be mentioned to him.
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3. The Lord Jesus hath obtained a general, and perpetual pardon of all offences, upon terms of free grace, without any respect to merit or worthiness in us, that are partakers of it. Rom. 3.24. Being justified freely by his Grace, through the Redemption that is in Jesus Christ. Eph. 1.7. In whom we have Redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of his grace.
3. The Lord jesus hath obtained a general, and perpetual pardon of all offences, upon terms of free grace, without any respect to merit or worthiness in us, that Are partakers of it. Rom. 3.24. Being justified freely by his Grace, through the Redemption that is in jesus christ. Ephesians 1.7. In whom we have Redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of Sins, according to the riches of his grace.
It is not for our sakes, but for his own sake, and his Sons sake, that the Lord pardons our sins. Isa. 43.25. I, even I, am he that blotteth out thy Transgressions for mine own sake, and will not remember t•y sin Eph. 4.32. God, for Christs sake, hath forgiven you.
It is not for our sakes, but for his own sake, and his Sons sake, that the Lord Pardons our Sins. Isaiah 43.25. I, even I, am he that blots out thy Transgressions for mine own sake, and will not Remember t•y since Ephesians 4.32. God, for Christ sake, hath forgiven you.
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and all ages of the world. Act. 13.39. By him all that believe, are justified from all things, from which they could not be justified by the Law of Moses. Acts 10.43. To him gave all the Prophets witness, that through his name, whosoever believeth in him, shall receive remission of sins.
and all ages of the world. Act. 13.39. By him all that believe, Are justified from all things, from which they could not be justified by the Law of Moses. Acts 10.43. To him gave all the prophets witness, that through his name, whosoever Believeth in him, shall receive remission of Sins.
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Now this free, this everlasting, this full and general pardon, which our Lord Jesus Christ hath obtained for all that are his, by shedding his blood for them, is a ground of strong consolation under all the troubles of life,
Now this free, this everlasting, this full and general pardon, which our Lord jesus christ hath obtained for all that Are his, by shedding his blood for them, is a ground of strong consolation under all the Troubles of life,
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but when they are in the midst of all their tribulations. Isa. 33.24. The Inhabitant shall not say I am sick, the people that dwell therein, shall be forgiven their iniquities.
but when they Are in the midst of all their tribulations. Isaiah 33.24. The Inhabitant shall not say I am sick, the people that dwell therein, shall be forgiven their iniquities.
Justified persons are oft times sick, as well as other men, but the pardon of sin, doth so sweeten their affliction, that they shall not say I am sick;
Justified Persons Are oft times sick, as well as other men, but the pardon of since, does so sweeten their affliction, that they shall not say I am sick;
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that is, they shall not say by way of complaint, and discontent. Sin unpardoned, makes afflictions like gall and wormwood, that is, exceeding bitter.
that is, they shall not say by Way of complaint, and discontent. since unpardoned, makes afflictions like Gall and wormwood, that is, exceeding bitter.
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Lam. 3.5, 15, 42. He bath compassed me with gall — He hath filled me with bitterness, he hath made me drunken with worm wood — We have transgressed and rebelled,
Lam. 3.5, 15, 42. He both compassed me with Gall — He hath filled me with bitterness, he hath made me drunken with worm wood — We have transgressed and rebelled,
and thou hast not pardoned But pardon of sin doth so sweeten the bitterest afflictions, that it takes away all causes of complaint under the rod of God.
and thou hast not pardoned But pardon of since does so sweeten the Bitterest afflictions, that it Takes away all Causes of complaint under the rod of God.
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Here is a sick man, his sickness was very uncomfortable, he was sick of the Palsie, he was brought very low, he kept his Bed, there was no way for his recovery but a miracle;
Here is a sick man, his sickness was very uncomfortable, he was sick of the Palsy, he was brought very low, he kept his Bed, there was no Way for his recovery but a miracle;
This pardon of all our sins, which is obtained for us by our Lord Jesus Christ, may comfort us against all the fears and terrours of Death, on several accounts. (1.) VVhen our sins are pardoned, the sting of Death is taken away.
This pardon of all our Sins, which is obtained for us by our Lord jesus christ, may Comfort us against all the fears and terrors of Death, on several accounts. (1.) When our Sins Are pardoned, the sting of Death is taken away.
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And when Sin is forgiven, Death hath lost its sting, and when the sting of Death is taken away, we need not be afraid of Death, it can do us no harm. (2.) VVhen our sins are pardoned, we may be assured our Souls shall be saved;
And when since is forgiven, Death hath lost its sting, and when the sting of Death is taken away, we need not be afraid of Death, it can do us no harm. (2.) When our Sins Are pardoned, we may be assured our Souls shall be saved;
for God glorifieth all whom he justifieth. Rom. 8.30. Whom he justified, them he also glorified. Tit. 3.7. That being justified by his grace, we should be made Heirs, according to the hope of eternal life.
for God Glorifieth all whom he Justifieth. Rom. 8.30. Whom he justified, them he also glorified. Tit. 3.7. That being justified by his grace, we should be made Heirs, according to the hope of Eternal life.
There is not any one person that belongeth to Christ, that hath an interest in Christ, that shall come into condemnation. Rom. 8.1. There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus.
There is not any one person that belongeth to christ, that hath an Interest in christ, that shall come into condemnation. Rom. 8.1. There is Therefore now no condemnation to them which Are in christ jesus.
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That our Lord Jesus Christ hath redeemed all that are his from eternal condemnation, is evident several wayes. 1. Because Christ dyed for us, Rom. 8.34. Who shall condemn? It is Christ that dyed. The Death of Christ is our security from Eternal Death.
That our Lord jesus christ hath redeemed all that Are his from Eternal condemnation, is evident several ways. 1. Because christ died for us, Rom. 8.34. Who shall condemn? It is christ that died. The Death of christ is our security from Eternal Death.
out of respect to, and for the sake of this ransome, God will deliver all that are Christs, from going down into the bottomless pit. Job 33.24. Deliver him from going down into the pit, for I have found a ransom.
out of respect to, and for the sake of this ransom, God will deliver all that Are Christ, from going down into the bottomless pit. Job 33.24. Deliver him from going down into the pit, for I have found a ransom.
It may scatter and dispel all our sorrows, and fill our hearts with joy and gladness when we understand and believe that we are ransomed and delivered from eternal torments. Isa. 35.10.
It may scatter and dispel all our sorrows, and fill our hearts with joy and gladness when we understand and believe that we Are ransomed and Delivered from Eternal torments. Isaiah 35.10.
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Now if there were such joy and singing by the ransomed of the Lord, that were delivered from Babylon, what joy and gladness may arise to the ransomed of the Lord from their deliverance from Hell torments? Hell is a worse place than Babylon, the captivity of Babylon was but for 70 years,
Now if there were such joy and singing by the ransomed of the Lord, that were Delivered from Babylon, what joy and gladness may arise to the ransomed of the Lord from their deliverance from Hell torments? Hell is a Worse place than Babylon, the captivity of Babylon was but for 70 Years,
Rom. 8.34, 36, 37. Who shall condemn? It is Christ that dyed — For thy sake we are killed all the day long, we are accounted as Sheep for the slaughter,
Rom. 8.34, 36, 37. Who shall condemn? It is christ that died — For thy sake we Are killed all the day long, we Are accounted as Sheep for the slaughter,
When we are freed from condemnation, we may triumph over Death, though we walk in danger of Death all the day long, more than Conquerours triumph over their conquered enemies.
When we Are freed from condemnation, we may triumph over Death, though we walk in danger of Death all the day long, more than Conquerors triumph over their conquered enemies.
IV. They that are Christs have a sure and undoubted right to eternal life, and that sure hope which they have of eternal life is a ground of strong consolation under all the troubles of this life,
IV. They that Are Christ have a sure and undoubted right to Eternal life, and that sure hope which they have of Eternal life is a ground of strong consolation under all the Troubles of this life,
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they that have Christ dwelling in their hearts by Faith, have a sure ground and foundation for their hope of eternal glory. Col. 1.27. Christ in you the hope of Glory.
they that have christ Dwelling in their hearts by Faith, have a sure ground and Foundation for their hope of Eternal glory. Col. 1.27. christ in you the hope of Glory.
may be demonstrated several wayes. 1. Our Lord Jesus Christ dyed on purpose that he might purchase and procure eternal life for all that should believe on him.
may be demonstrated several ways. 1. Our Lord jesus christ died on purpose that he might purchase and procure Eternal life for all that should believe on him.
Joh. 3.14, 15. As Moses listed up the Serpent in the Wilderness, so must the Son of man be lifted up, that whosoever believeth on him should not perish, but have eternal life.
John 3.14, 15. As Moses listed up the Serpent in the Wilderness, so must the Son of man be lifted up, that whosoever Believeth on him should not perish, but have Eternal life.
Joh. 12.32, 33. And this death he suffered that he might purchase eternal life for all that should believe on him. 1 Thes. 5.9, 10. God hath not appointed us unto wrath,
John 12.32, 33. And this death he suffered that he might purchase Eternal life for all that should believe on him. 1 Thebes 5.9, 10. God hath not appointed us unto wrath,
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2. Our Lord Jesus Christ interceedeth with his Father on the behalf of all those that are given to him, that they may be with him where he is, that is, in the Kingdom of Heaven.
2. Our Lord jesus christ intercedeth with his Father on the behalf of all those that Are given to him, that they may be with him where he is, that is, in the Kingdom of Heaven.
3. God for Christs sake hath promised eternal life to all that are Christs, that is, to all persons that do or shall believe on Christ to the end of the World. Joh. 3.16. For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son this whosoever believeth on him should not perish but have everlasting life. 1 Joh. 2.25. And this is the promise, that he hath promised us eternal life.
3. God for Christ sake hath promised Eternal life to all that Are Christ, that is, to all Persons that do or shall believe on christ to the end of the World. John 3.16. For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son this whosoever Believeth on him should not perish but have everlasting life. 1 John 2.25. And this is the promise, that he hath promised us Eternal life.
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And the promise of God is a sure ground to hope for eternal life. Tit. 1.2. In hope of eternal life, which God that cannot lie promised before the World began.
And the promise of God is a sure ground to hope for Eternal life. Tit. 1.2. In hope of Eternal life, which God that cannot lie promised before the World began.
4. Our Lord Jesus Christ hath power over all flesh given to him by the Father, that he may give eternal life to all that are given to him by the Father. Joh. 17.2. As thou hast given him power over all flesh, that he should give eternal life, to as many as thou hast given him.
4. Our Lord jesus christ hath power over all Flesh given to him by the Father, that he may give Eternal life to all that Are given to him by the Father. John 17.2. As thou hast given him power over all Flesh, that he should give Eternal life, to as many as thou hast given him.
and this power over all flesh was given him purposely that he might give eternal life to all that were given him by the Father. 5. God hath given us this record concerning his Son, that eternal life is in his Son,
and this power over all Flesh was given him purposely that he might give Eternal life to all that were given him by the Father. 5. God hath given us this record Concerning his Son, that Eternal life is in his Son,
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and if we do not believe this record that God hath given of his Son we should make God a Liar. 1 Joh. 5.10, 11, 12. He that believeth not God hath made him a Liar,
and if we do not believe this record that God hath given of his Son we should make God a Liar. 1 John 5.10, 11, 12. He that Believeth not God hath made him a Liar,
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namely that God hath given us eternal life, and that this life is in his Son, we must then conclude it as a certain truth, that he that hath the Son, hath Life.
namely that God hath given us Eternal life, and that this life is in his Son, we must then conclude it as a certain truth, that he that hath the Son, hath Life.
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Now seeing such as have an interest in Christ, have sure grounds to hope for eternal life, it followeth hence that they have good grounds of strong consolation under all the troubles of this life,
Now seeing such as have an Interest in christ, have sure grounds to hope for Eternal life, it follows hence that they have good grounds of strong consolation under all the Troubles of this life,
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When we have good hope of the glory of God, that is, of enjoying the Kingdom of Heaven, which is a most glorious Kingdom, we may rejoyce and glory in the midst of our greatest tribulations. 1 Pet. 1.3, 4, 6. Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, which according to his abundant mercy hath begotten us again to a lively hope, by the Resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, to an inheritance incorruptible and vndefiled, that fadeth not away, reserved in heaven for you:
When we have good hope of the glory of God, that is, of enjoying the Kingdom of Heaven, which is a most glorious Kingdom, we may rejoice and glory in the midst of our greatest tribulations. 1 Pet. 1.3, 4, 6. Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord jesus christ, which according to his abundant mercy hath begotten us again to a lively hope, by the Resurrection of jesus christ from the dead, to an inheritance incorruptible and undefiled, that fades not away, reserved in heaven for you:
Here is joy, great joy in the midst of manifold temptations that did cause heaviness, and whence did this joy proceed? from a lively hope of an heavenly inheritance.
Here is joy, great joy in the midst of manifold temptations that did cause heaviness, and whence did this joy proceed? from a lively hope of an heavenly inheritance.
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VVherein ye greatly rejoyce — That is, in which hope, or in hope of which inheritance. So Heb. 10.34. Ye took joyfully the spoyling of your goods, knowing in your selves that ye have in Heaven a better and more enduring substance.
Wherein you greatly rejoice — That is, in which hope, or in hope of which inheritance. So Hebrew 10.34. You took joyfully the spoiling of your goods, knowing in your selves that you have in Heaven a better and more enduring substance.
The spoyling of our goods for which we have laboured many years is wont to cause sorrow and lamentation Jer. 9.19. A voice of wailing is heard out of Zion, how are we spoyled! yet the hope of a reward in Heaven will help us to take the spoiling of our goods joyfully.
The spoiling of our goods for which we have laboured many Years is wont to cause sorrow and lamentation Jer. 9.19. A voice of wailing is herd out of Zion, how Are we spoiled! yet the hope of a reward in Heaven will help us to take the spoiling of our goods joyfully.
The hope of eternal life will take away the fears and terrors of Death, when a man hath good hope of his Salvation, it will be no trouble, no terror to such a man to dye,
The hope of Eternal life will take away the fears and terrors of Death, when a man hath good hope of his Salvation, it will be no trouble, no terror to such a man to die,
The hope of eternal life will so far take off the fear and terrors of death, that it will make us desire and long for our dissolution, that we may be with Christ in Heaven. Phil. 1.23. Having a desire to depart and to be with Christ, which is far better.
The hope of Eternal life will so Far take off the Fear and terrors of death, that it will make us desire and long for our dissolution, that we may be with christ in Heaven. Philip 1.23. Having a desire to depart and to be with christ, which is Far better.
But the sufferings of Christ have made up this breach. 1 Pet. 3.18. For Christ also suffered once for sins, the just for the unjust, that we might be brought unto God.
But the sufferings of christ have made up this breach. 1 Pet. 3.18. For christ also suffered once for Sins, the just for the unjust, that we might be brought unto God.
If he will never leave nor forsake us, then at no time of life, nor at the hour of death. Mat. 28.20. Lo I am with you always to the end of the world.
If he will never leave nor forsake us, then At no time of life, nor At the hour of death. Mathew 28.20. Lo I am with you always to the end of the world.
And more especially in times of trouble, the Lord hath promised his presence to such as belong to Christ. Ps. 91.15. He shall call upon me, and I will answer him, I will be with him in trouble.
And more especially in times of trouble, the Lord hath promised his presence to such as belong to christ. Ps. 91.15. He shall call upon me, and I will answer him, I will be with him in trouble.
Now the presence of God going along with us, will comfort us, living and dying; it will be our refreshment under all manner of troubles. Exod. 33.14. My presence shall go with thee, and I will give thee rest.
Now the presence of God going along with us, will Comfort us, living and dying; it will be our refreshment under all manner of Troubles. Exod 33.14. My presence shall go with thee, and I will give thee rest.
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and both the difficulties of the place in which he walked, and the difficulties of the people among whom he walked, created him much vexation and trouble;
and both the difficulties of the place in which he walked, and the difficulties of the people among whom he walked, created him much vexation and trouble;
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Obs. It is true may some say, If God were with us, this would raise our Faith, dispel our fears, put joy and gladness into our hearts, under all our troubles, living and dying;
Obs. It is true may Some say, If God were with us, this would raise our Faith, dispel our fears, put joy and gladness into our hearts, under all our Troubles, living and dying;
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Yea, many that have an interest in Christ, find God standing afar off, and hideing himself in time of trouble: as we see, Ps. 10.2. Isa. 49.14. A. The Lord is alway's ready and truly, though not always sensibly present with them. Ps. 125.2.
Yea, many that have an Interest in christ, find God standing afar off, and hiding himself in time of trouble: as we see, Ps. 10.2. Isaiah 49.14. A. The Lord is alway's ready and truly, though not always sensibly present with them. Ps. 125.2.
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when as he is graciously with them, and they know it not. What Jacob said of the place where he lodged, Gen. 28.16. Surely the Lord was in this place, and I knew it not.
when as he is graciously with them, and they know it not. What Jacob said of the place where he lodged, Gen. 28.16. Surely the Lord was in this place, and I knew it not.
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Now the Lord is alwayes with his people these two wayes, even when they are ready to say that he hath forsaken them. 1. He is present with them in respect of his love and favour. Isa. 54.10. My kindness shall not depart from thee. Ps. 89.33. Nevertheless my loving kindness will I not utterly take away from him. Joh. 13.1. Jesus having loved his own, loved them to the end.
Now the Lord is always with his people these two ways, even when they Are ready to say that he hath forsaken them. 1. He is present with them in respect of his love and favour. Isaiah 54.10. My kindness shall not depart from thee. Ps. 89.33. Nevertheless my loving kindness will I not utterly take away from him. John 13.1. jesus having loved his own, loved them to the end.
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2. The Lord is alwayes present with his people by inward supports, and secret upholdings of them. Deut. 33.27. The eternal God is thy refuge, and underneath are the everlasting armes — Isa. 41.10. Fear thou not, for I am with thee — I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness. Ps. 73.23. Nevertheless I am continually with thee, thou hast holden me by my right hand.
2. The Lord is always present with his people by inward supports, and secret upholdings of them. Deuteronomy 33.27. The Eternal God is thy refuge, and underneath Are the everlasting arms — Isaiah 41.10. fear thou not, for I am with thee — I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness. Ps. 73.23. Nevertheless I am continually with thee, thou hast held me by my right hand.
and are heirs of all the promises. They are in Covenant with God, Ezek. 16.8. I sware unto thee, and entred into a Covenant with thee, saith the Lord God, and thou becamest mine.
and Are Heirs of all the promises. They Are in Covenant with God, Ezekiel 16.8. I sware unto thee, and entered into a Covenant with thee, Says the Lord God, and thou becamest mine.
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They are Heirs of all the promises. Gal. 3.29. And if you be Christs, then are ye Abrahams seed, and heirs according to the promise. 2 Cor. 1.20. For all the promises of God in him are yea, and in him Amen to the glory of God by us.
They Are Heirs of all the promises. Gal. 3.29. And if you be Christ, then Are you Abrahams seed, and Heirs according to the promise. 2 Cor. 1.20. For all the promises of God in him Are yea, and in him Amen to the glory of God by us.
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The dwelling of the Soul at ease, implyeth the abundance and continuance of inward and Spiritual comforts, which are enjoyed by our acquaintance with the Covenant, The promises are sweet Cordials, which refresh the Soul in times of greatest distress. Ps. 60.6. God hath spoken in his holiness, I will rejoyce.
The Dwelling of the Soul At ease, Implies the abundance and Continuance of inward and Spiritual comforts, which Are enjoyed by our acquaintance with the Covenant, The promises Are sweet Cordials, which refresh the Soul in times of greatest distress. Ps. 60.6. God hath spoken in his holiness, I will rejoice.
In the three first verses, there are sad complaints of grievous afflictions, O God thou hast cast us off, thou hast scattered us, thou hast been displeased — Thou hast made the Earth tremble, thou hast broken it — Thou hast shewed thy people hard things, thou hast made us to drink the wine of astonishment.
In the three First Verses, there Are sad complaints of grievous afflictions, Oh God thou hast cast us off, thou hast scattered us, thou hast been displeased — Thou hast made the Earth tremble, thou hast broken it — Thou hast showed thy people hard things, thou hast made us to drink the wine of astonishment.
when the very Earth trembles at Gods judgments? The promises of God will comfort in such a dark day as this is, God hath spoken in his holiness, I will rejoyce.
when the very Earth trembles At God's Judgments? The promises of God will Comfort in such a dark day as this is, God hath spoken in his holiness, I will rejoice.
but great Persons, Princes, Saul, and his Courtiers, he had exceeding great joy in the Promises of God, Psal. 119.161, 162. Princes have persecuted me without a cause — I rejoyce at thy word as one that findeth great spoil.
but great Persons, Princes, Saul, and his Courtiers, he had exceeding great joy in the Promises of God, Psalm 119.161, 162. Princes have persecuted me without a cause — I rejoice At thy word as one that finds great spoil.
When David was in a dying condition, he found strong consolation from his interest in Gods covenant. 2 Sam. 23.1, 5. Now these be the last words of David — Although my house be not so with God,
When David was in a dying condition, he found strong consolation from his Interest in God's Covenant. 2 Sam. 23.1, 5. Now these be the last words of David — Although my house be not so with God,
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adversitie and prosperitie, all things are ours, ordained and designed for our good. 1 Cor. 3.21, 22, 23. All things are yours, whether Paul or Apollo,
adversity and Prosperity, all things Are ours, ordained and designed for our good. 1 Cor. 3.21, 22, 23. All things Are yours, whither Paul or Apollo,
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and in straits, and have suffered the loss of all things, the providence of God takes care of them to supply them with all things that are needful, with all things that are good for them. 1 Pet. 5.7. Casting all your care upon him, for he careth for you.
and in straits, and have suffered the loss of all things, the providence of God Takes care of them to supply them with all things that Are needful, with all things that Are good for them. 1 Pet. 5.7. Casting all your care upon him, for he Careth for you.
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For in the Covenant there are all things promised, that they do, or can desire. 2 Sam. 23.5. He hath made with me an Everlasting Covenant, and this is all my Salvation, and all my desire.
For in the Covenant there Are all things promised, that they do, or can desire. 2 Sam. 23.5. He hath made with me an Everlasting Covenant, and this is all my Salvation, and all my desire.
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4. They have all things eminently and transcendently in God and Christ, in having God for their portion, and Christ for their Saviour. What Solomon saith of mony. Eccl. 10.19. Mony answereth all things. The same may be said as truly of God and Christ;
4. They have all things eminently and transcendently in God and christ, in having God for their portion, and christ for their Saviour. What Solomon Says of money. Ecclesiastes 10.19. Money Answers all things. The same may be said as truly of God and christ;
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for our God, we do inherit all things. Rev. 21.7. He that overcometh shall inherit all things, and I will be his God, and he shall be my Son. They have all things in Christ their head, what the head hath, the head hath it for the good of the Members.
for our God, we do inherit all things. Rev. 21.7. He that Overcometh shall inherit all things, and I will be his God, and he shall be my Son. They have all things in christ their head, what the head hath, the head hath it for the good of the Members.
5. They have the good of all things, though not the actual possession of all things. Rom. 8.28. VVe know that all things work together for good to them, that love God.
5. They have the good of all things, though not the actual possession of all things. Rom. 8.28. We know that all things work together for good to them, that love God.
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for they put them upon living by Faith, and stir up in them a Spirit of Prayer, and keep them humble, &c. 6. They are heirs of all things, though they are not come to the full enjoyment of their inheritance;
for they put them upon living by Faith, and stir up in them a Spirit of Prayer, and keep them humble, etc. 6. They Are Heirs of all things, though they Are not come to the full enjoyment of their inheritance;
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I shall open the blessedness of such as are Christs in these particulars. (1.) All that are Christs, are in a most blessed and happy condition. Psal. 2.12. Blessed are all they that put their trust in him. Gal. 3.8. In thee shall all Nations be blessed.
I shall open the blessedness of such as Are Christ in these particulars. (1.) All that Are Christ, Are in a most blessed and happy condition. Psalm 2.12. Blessed Are all they that put their trust in him. Gal. 3.8. In thee shall all nations be blessed.
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That is, in thy seed that shall proceed out of thy loins, that is, the promised Messiah, as appears from Act. 3.25, 26. By all Nations being blessed in Christ, we are to understand all persons in all Nations that believe on Christ, as the following words shew.
That is, in thy seed that shall proceed out of thy loins, that is, the promised Messiah, as appears from Act. 3.25, 26. By all nations being blessed in christ, we Are to understand all Persons in all nations that believe on christ, as the following words show.
ver. 9. So then they which be of faith are blessed with faithful Abraham; what Laban said concerning Jacob. Gen. 30.27. I have learned by experience, that the Lord hath blessed me for thy sake.
ver. 9. So then they which be of faith Are blessed with faithful Abraham; what Laban said Concerning Jacob. Gen. 30.27. I have learned by experience, that the Lord hath blessed me for thy sake.
That may they that are Christs say concerning Christ, I have learned by experience that the Lord hath blessed me for Christs sake. (2.) They that are Christs are blessed with all spiritual blessings in Christ Jesus. Eph 1.3. Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ.
That may they that Are Christ say Concerning christ, I have learned by experience that the Lord hath blessed me for Christ sake. (2.) They that Are Christ Are blessed with all spiritual blessings in christ jesus. Ephesians 1.3. Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord jesus christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in christ.
And we are blessed with all these spiritual blessings both pertaining to this life, and to be enjoyed in heavenly places in the life to come, in Christ Jesus.
And we Are blessed with all these spiritual blessings both pertaining to this life, and to be enjoyed in heavenly places in the life to come, in christ jesus.
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For Adam had all blessings in his own hands, and lost them, but what is put into the hands of Christ he will keep safe for ever. (3.) That blessedness which we have in and by Jesus Christ, is eternal blesledness.
For Adam had all blessings in his own hands, and lost them, but what is put into the hands of christ he will keep safe for ever. (3.) That blessedness which we have in and by jesus christ, is Eternal blesledness.
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and shall be given to them for their inheritance. Mat. 25.34. Come ye blessed of my Father, inherit the Kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world. His blessing is eternal life.
and shall be given to them for their inheritance. Mathew 25.34. Come you blessed of my Father, inherit the Kingdom prepared for you from the Foundation of the world. His blessing is Eternal life.
And what greater blessings hath God to give than himself and his Kingdom. And therefore what is said of David? Psal. 21.6. Thou hast made him most blessed for ever.
And what greater blessings hath God to give than himself and his Kingdom. And Therefore what is said of David? Psalm 21.6. Thou hast made him most blessed for ever.
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which may give strong consolation to all that in the sense of their lost and undone condition have fled for refuge to Jesus Christ, that by and in him they may obtain Life and Salvation. Heb. 6.13, 14, 17.18. This portion of Scripture setting forth the great assurance which God hath given all that believe in Christ, that he will make them blessed and happy for ever, which is a foundation of strong consolation, I shall observe several things out of it.
which may give strong consolation to all that in the sense of their lost and undone condition have fled for refuge to jesus christ, that by and in him they may obtain Life and Salvation. Hebrew 6.13, 14, 17.18. This portion of Scripture setting forth the great assurance which God hath given all that believe in christ, that he will make them blessed and happy for ever, which is a Foundation of strong consolation, I shall observe several things out of it.
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1. God made a promise to Abraham that in blessing he would bless him, that is, that he would give him all things requisite to true blessedness, that he would make him most happy and blessed for ever, that he would never leave off blessing him,
1. God made a promise to Abraham that in blessing he would bless him, that is, that he would give him all things requisite to true blessedness, that he would make him most happy and blessed for ever, that he would never leave off blessing him,
This includes the promise of eternal life, for no man is a blessed man, but he that shall have eternal life, all others are under Gods curse, Mat. 25.34, 41. The blessings of Heaven are the main part of our blessedness. Mat. 5.3. 2. God confirmed this promise of giving Abraham all things requisite to true blessedness, with the greatest oath that he could swear.
This includes the promise of Eternal life, for no man is a blessed man, but he that shall have Eternal life, all Others Are under God's curse, Mathew 25.34, 41. The blessings of Heaven Are the main part of our blessedness. Mathew 5.3. 2. God confirmed this promise of giving Abraham all things requisite to true blessedness, with the greatest oath that he could swear.
Wherein, that is in which promise, God willing to shew to the heirs of promise — 'Tis not said to shew to Abraham, but to shew to the heirs of promise, confirmed it with an oath,
Wherein, that is in which promise, God willing to show to the Heirs of promise — It's not said to show to Abraham, but to show to the Heirs of promise, confirmed it with an oath,
4. Gods oath added to his promise sheweth that his counsel and decree for blessing Abraham and all the heirs of promise is immutable, he will not alter his purpose or promise of blessing any of the heirs of promise.
4. God's oath added to his promise shows that his counsel and Decree for blessing Abraham and all the Heirs of promise is immutable, he will not altar his purpose or promise of blessing any of the Heirs of promise.
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5. God is abundantly willing that the heirs of promise should know the immutability of his counsel of giving them all things requisite to true blessedness.
5. God is abundantly willing that the Heirs of promise should know the immutability of his counsel of giving them all things requisite to true blessedness.
The Cities of refuge under the law, whether the Man-slayer was to flee that he might be preserved from the avenger of Blood, did typifie Christ to whom we are to flee for refuge that we may escape the wrath and vengeance of God, which is due to us for our sins.
The Cities of refuge under the law, whither the Manslayer was to flee that he might be preserved from the avenger of Blood, did typify christ to whom we Are to flee for refuge that we may escape the wrath and vengeance of God, which is due to us for our Sins.
Eternal Life is the hope which is set before us to be laid hold upon. Tit. 2.13. Looking for that blessed hope — That is for eternal life. Tit. 1.2. In hope of eternal life — This hope is set before us in the Gospel. Col. 1.5. For the hope which is laid up for you in Heaven, whereof ye heard before in the word of the Truth of the Gospel.
Eternal Life is the hope which is Set before us to be laid hold upon. Tit. 2.13. Looking for that blessed hope — That is for Eternal life. Tit. 1.2. In hope of Eternal life — This hope is Set before us in the Gospel. Col. 1.5. For the hope which is laid up for you in Heaven, whereof you herd before in the word of the Truth of the Gospel.
So that our fleeing for refuge to lay hold on the hope set before us, is this, our fleeing unto Jesus Christ that we may escape that wrath which is due to us for our sins,
So that our fleeing for refuge to lay hold on the hope Set before us, is this, our fleeing unto jesus christ that we may escape that wrath which is due to us for our Sins,
7. They that have thus fled for refuge, have the promise and oath of God, which are two immutable things, to assure them that God in blessing will bless them.
7. They that have thus fled for refuge, have the promise and oath of God, which Are two immutable things, to assure them that God in blessing will bless them.
And surely I will give thee all good things. Ps. 21.3. And surely I will make thee a blessed man for ever. 1 Chron. 17.27. 8. These two immutable things, the promise and the oath of God, as sure as he liveth to bless for ever all that flee to Christ for eternal life, this may give them strong consolation, yea this may give them such strong consolation as no troubles, nothing whatever shall make void their comfort;
And surely I will give thee all good things. Ps. 21.3. And surely I will make thee a blessed man for ever. 1 Chronicles 17.27. 8. These two immutable things, the promise and the oath of God, as sure as he lives to bless for ever all that flee to christ for Eternal life, this may give them strong consolation, yea this may give them such strong consolation as no Troubles, nothing whatever shall make void their Comfort;
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They are and continue blessed under all their afflictions and temptations, as well as in their greatest prosperity. Psal. 94.12. Blessed is the man whom thou chastneth O Lord, and teachest out of thy Law. Jam. 1.12. Blessed is the man that endureth Temptation, for when he is tryed, he shall recieve the Crown of Life which the Lord hath promised to them that love him.
They Are and continue blessed under all their afflictions and temptations, as well as in their greatest Prosperity. Psalm 94.12. Blessed is the man whom thou Chasteneth Oh Lord, and Teachest out of thy Law. Jam. 1.12. Blessed is the man that Endureth Temptation, for when he is tried, he shall receive the Crown of Life which the Lord hath promised to them that love him.
Death is so far from making void the blessedness of those that are Christs, that it puts them into the actual possession of the Blessings of Heaven, which is far greater blessedness then they enjoyed,
Death is so Far from making void the blessedness of those that Are Christ, that it puts them into the actual possession of the Blessings of Heaven, which is Far greater blessedness then they enjoyed,
and in making them most blessed for ever, is a ground of exceeding great joy. Psal. 21.6. Thou hast made him most blessed for ever, thou hast made him exceeding glad with thy countenance.
and in making them most blessed for ever, is a ground of exceeding great joy. Psalm 21.6. Thou hast made him most blessed for ever, thou hast made him exceeding glad with thy countenance.
This blessedness which is confirmed to them that are Christs by two immutable things, the oath and the promise of God is a ground of strong consolation in all estates and conditions, of such strong Consolation as cannot be made void by any troubles or by death it self,
This blessedness which is confirmed to them that Are Christ by two immutable things, the oath and the promise of God is a ground of strong consolation in all estates and conditions, of such strong Consolation as cannot be made void by any Troubles or by death it self,
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as hath been already shewed from Heb. 6.13, 14, 17, 18. Sect. 3. More grounds of consolation against the troubles of the world, to such as have an interest in Christ.
as hath been already showed from Hebrew 6.13, 14, 17, 18. Sect. 3. More grounds of consolation against the Troubles of the world, to such as have an Interest in christ.
Seeing the way to Heaven lyeth through many tribulations, and experience sheweth it is an hard matter for Christians to bear up chearfully under the manifold troubles they meet with in this world, I shall add some more grounds of comfort for such as have an interest in Christ, against all the troubles they are liable to in this world. §.
Seeing the Way to Heaven lies through many tribulations, and experience shows it is an hard matter for Christians to bear up cheerfully under the manifold Troubles they meet with in this world, I shall add Some more grounds of Comfort for such as have an Interest in christ, against all the Troubles they Are liable to in this world. §.
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1. It is a great comfort to a Christian under the troubles of the world, to consider that Christ hath overcome the World. Joh. 16.32. In the world ye shall have tribulation, but be of good chear, I have overcome the world.
1. It is a great Comfort to a Christian under the Troubles of the world, to Consider that christ hath overcome the World. John 16.32. In the world you shall have tribulation, but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world.
By the world which Christ hath overcome we may understand all things that are in the world which hinder the peace, Consolation and Salvation of the Members of Christ,
By the world which christ hath overcome we may understand all things that Are in the world which hinder the peace, Consolation and Salvation of the Members of christ,
as the Prince of the World, which is a Title given to Satan, the Rulers of the world, the men of the world, the troubles of the world, the temptations of the world, the corruptions that are in the world through Lust.
as the Prince of the World, which is a Title given to Satan, the Rulers of the world, the men of the world, the Troubles of the world, the temptations of the world, the corruptions that Are in the world through Lust.
Now Christs overcoming the world is a ground of comfort against the troubles of the world on several accounts, as. 1. Jesus Christ having overcome the world, the whole world with all things in the world, is now at his disposal.
Now Christ overcoming the world is a ground of Comfort against the Troubles of the world on several accounts, as. 1. jesus christ having overcome the world, the Whole world with all things in the world, is now At his disposal.
He is Prince of the Kings of the earth, and governs and over-rules all their counsels and designs. Rev. 1.5. Jesus Christ the Prince of the Kings of the Earth.
He is Prince of the Kings of the earth, and governs and overrules all their Counsels and designs. Rev. 1.5. jesus christ the Prince of the Kings of the Earth.
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The men of the world can do nothing against any of the Members of Christ, though they be great men, though Rulers, but what he gives them power to do. Joh. 19.11. Thou couldst have no power at all against me, except it were given thee from above.
The men of the world can do nothing against any of the Members of christ, though they be great men, though Rulers, but what he gives them power to do. John 19.11. Thou Couldst have no power At all against me, except it were given thee from above.
What Christ saith here of himself concerning Pilate, is true of all his Members, concerning all the Rulers of the world, they can have no power at all against any of the Members of Christ,
What christ Says Here of himself Concerning Pilate, is true of all his Members, Concerning all the Rulers of the world, they can have no power At all against any of the Members of christ,
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except it be given them from above, and this is a great quieting to the hearts of the People of God against the men and troubles of the world. 2. Jesus Christ who overcame the World is the Captain of our Salvation. Heb. 2.10.
except it be given them from above, and this is a great quieting to the hearts of the People of God against the men and Troubles of the world. 2. jesus christ who overcame the World is the Captain of our Salvation. Hebrew 2.10.
And he did not only overcome the world for himself, but for us, Gal. 1.4. Who gave himself for our sins, that he might deliver us from this present evil world, according to the will of God and our Father.
And he did not only overcome the world for himself, but for us, Gal. 1.4. Who gave himself for our Sins, that he might deliver us from this present evil world, according to the will of God and our Father.
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and nothing shall by any means hurt you. Serpents are an embleme of subtle enemies. Gen. 3.1. Now the Serpent was more subtle than any Beast of the Field. Mat. 10.16. Be wise as Serpents. And of cruel enemies that seek our destruction. 1 Cor. 10.9. They were destroyed of Serpents.
and nothing shall by any means hurt you. Serpents Are an emblem of subtle enemies. Gen. 3.1. Now the Serpent was more subtle than any Beast of the Field. Mathew 10.16. Be wise as Serpents. And of cruel enemies that seek our destruction. 1 Cor. 10.9. They were destroyed of Serpents.
though Briars and Thorns be with thee, and thou dost dwell among Scorpions. Scorpions here signifies wicked men which spoke big words against the Prophet.
though Briers and Thorns be with thee, and thou dost dwell among Scorpions. Scorpions Here signifies wicked men which spoke big words against the Prophet.
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And there are three negatives in the Greek, which is the more remarkable to assure us of the truth of what is spoken. 3. Jesus Christ who hath overcome the World, will enable us through Faith in him to overcome the world our selves. 1 Joh. 5.4.5.
And there Are three negatives in the Greek, which is the more remarkable to assure us of the truth of what is spoken. 3. jesus christ who hath overcome the World, will enable us through Faith in him to overcome the world our selves. 1 John 5.4.5.
overcoming the world, the world is become ours, the troubles of the world which would of themselves hinder our Salvation, shall be made through the Conquest of Christ to further our Salvation. Phil. 1.19. I know that this shall turn to my Salvation.
overcoming the world, the world is become ours, the Troubles of the world which would of themselves hinder our Salvation, shall be made through the Conquest of christ to further our Salvation. Philip 1.19. I know that this shall turn to my Salvation.
And he knew that his afflictions should be so far from hindring, that it should be a furtherance of his Salvation. See also 2 Cor. 1.6. VVhether we be afflicted it is for your Consolation and Salvation, which is effectual in enduring the same sufferings which we also suffer.
And he knew that his afflictions should be so Far from hindering, that it should be a furtherance of his Salvation. See also 2 Cor. 1.6. Whether we be afflicted it is for your Consolation and Salvation, which is effectual in enduring the same sufferings which we also suffer.
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The Salvation of the Corinthians was effectual, that is powerfully promoted, effectually carried by enduring the same sufferings, which the Apostle endured.
The Salvation of the Corinthians was effectual, that is powerfully promoted, effectually carried by enduring the same sufferings, which the Apostle endured.
Hence the World through Christ is said to be ours, as well as all other things. 1 Cor. 1.21, 22, 23. Because even the troubles of the World are through Christ made to work for our advantage. §.
Hence the World through christ is said to be ours, as well as all other things. 1 Cor. 1.21, 22, 23. Because even the Troubles of the World Are through christ made to work for our advantage. §.
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It is a comfort to such as are in affliction to hear that good men are always mindful of them in their Prayers to God. 1 Thes. 3.6, 7. You have a good remembrance of us alwayes — Therefore Brethren we were comforted over you in all our affliction and distress by your Faith.
It is a Comfort to such as Are in affliction to hear that good men Are always mindful of them in their Prayers to God. 1 Thebes 3.6, 7. You have a good remembrance of us always — Therefore Brothers we were comforted over you in all our affliction and distress by your Faith.
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when he goeth in unto the holy place for a memorial before the Lord continually — And shall bear the judgment of the Children of Israel before the Lord continually. Aaron the high Priest was a Type of Christ who is our great high Priest. Heb. 4.14. Aarons going in unto the holy place was a Type of Christs ascending into Heaven. Heb. 9.24. What Aaron did Typically when he entred into the holy place, that Christ doth really for us now he is in Heaven.
when he Goes in unto the holy place for a memorial before the Lord continually — And shall bear the judgement of the Children of Israel before the Lord continually. Aaron the high Priest was a Type of christ who is our great high Priest. Hebrew 4.14. Aaron's going in unto the holy place was a Type of Christ ascending into Heaven. Hebrew 9.24. What Aaron did Typically when he entered into the holy place, that christ does really for us now he is in Heaven.
this teacheth us, Christ our high Priest knoweth his by name, and that both their persons and conditions are born upon his heart. 2 Aaron bore the names and judgments of the Children of Israel upon his heart at all times when he went into the holy place;
this Teaches us, christ our high Priest Knoweth his by name, and that both their Persons and conditions Are born upon his heart. 2 Aaron boar the names and Judgments of the Children of Israel upon his heart At all times when he went into the holy place;
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And as David was, so are we continually with Christ. 3. Aaron bore both the names and judgment of the Children of Israel for a memorial before the Lord continually.
And as David was, so Are we continually with christ. 3. Aaron boar both the names and judgement of the Children of Israel for a memorial before the Lord continually.
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They are so much in the heart of Christ that he dyed for them, and now that he is raised from the dead, they are so much on his heart that he will live with them for evermore.
They Are so much in the heart of christ that he died for them, and now that he is raised from the dead, they Are so much on his heart that he will live with them for evermore.
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then how much are all the Saints upon the heart of Christ. What the Lord saith of Solomons Temple, 2 Chron. 7.16. Mine Eyes and mine Heart shall be there perpetually.
then how much Are all the Saints upon the heart of christ. What the Lord Says of Solomons Temple, 2 Chronicles 7.16. Mine Eyes and mine Heart shall be there perpetually.
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and all the cuts and engravings on the Seal are imprinted on the Wax, 'tis as if the Spouse should have said, carry me upon thy heart as men use to carry Seals which they are very chary of,
and all the cuts and engravings on the Seal Are imprinted on the Wax, it's as if the Spouse should have said, carry me upon thy heart as men use to carry Seals which they Are very chary of,
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and that there be deep and abiding impressions of all my troubles graven upon thy heart, set me as a Seal upon thine Arm, that is manifest the love of thine heart by thy actings towards me and for me, put forth thy power to help me in all my troubles.
and that there be deep and abiding impressions of all my Troubles graved upon thy heart, Set me as a Seal upon thine Arm, that is manifest the love of thine heart by thy actings towards me and for me, put forth thy power to help me in all my Troubles.
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The Apostle had great confidence that God would give preserving grace to the Philippians, because they were much in his heart to pray for them every time he went to the Throne of Grace.
The Apostle had great confidence that God would give preserving grace to the Philippians, Because they were much in his heart to pray for them every time he went to the Throne of Grace.
Phil. 1.4, 6, 7. Always in every Prayer of mine for you all, making request with joy — Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you, will perform it untill the day of Jesus Christ;
Philip 1.4, 6, 7. Always in every Prayer of mine for you all, making request with joy — Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you, will perform it until the day of jesus christ;
If the Apostle Paul had such confidence of the Philippians welfare, because he had them in his heart, what confidence may we have in all our troubles, from Christs having us in his heart,
If the Apostle Paul had such confidence of the Philippians welfare, Because he had them in his heart, what confidence may we have in all our Troubles, from Christ having us in his heart,
and bearing us upon his heart continually, and ever living to make intercession for us. (2) Our Lord Jesus Christ in his intercession represents to his Father our troubles and dangers that we are exposed to while we are in the World,
and bearing us upon his heart continually, and ever living to make Intercession for us. (2) Our Lord jesus christ in his Intercession represents to his Father our Troubles and dangers that we Are exposed to while we Are in the World,
and our shiftless condition, and the hatred we meet with from the World, and prays his Father to keep us by his divine power, he prays not that we should be taken out of the World while we have service to do in the World,
and our shiftless condition, and the hatred we meet with from the World, and prays his Father to keep us by his divine power, he prays not that we should be taken out of the World while we have service to do in the World,
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when notwithstanding the Prayer of Christ, that they, that are his, may be kept from the evil they fall into as many and as great troubles as other men?
when notwithstanding the Prayer of christ, that they, that Are his, may be kept from the evil they fallen into as many and as great Troubles as other men?
but God would not suffer him to hurt him. Gen. 31.7. Your Father hath deceived me, and changed my wages ten times, but God suffered him not to hurt me.
but God would not suffer him to hurt him. Gen. 31.7. Your Father hath deceived me, and changed my wages ten times, but God suffered him not to hurt me.
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2. When God doth not keep off troubles and afflictions from the Members of Christ, which is not absolutely prayed for, God at the intercession of Christ keeps off the evil of trouble from the members of Christ.
2. When God does not keep off Troubles and afflictions from the Members of christ, which is not absolutely prayed for, God At the Intercession of christ keeps off the evil of trouble from the members of christ.
The evil of trouble is, when troubles make us sin against God, and forsake the ways of God. Mat. 13.21. VVhen Tribulation or Persecution ariseth because of thy word, by and by he is offended, that is, falleth away as another Evangelist expresseth it. 2 King. 6.33. Behold this evil is of the Lord, why should I wait for the Lord any longer.
The evil of trouble is, when Troubles make us sin against God, and forsake the ways of God. Mathew 13.21. When Tribulation or Persecution arises Because of thy word, by and by he is offended, that is, falls away as Another Evangelist Expresses it. 2 King. 6.33. Behold this evil is of the Lord, why should I wait for the Lord any longer.
3. At the intercession of Christ the nature of troubles and afflictions are changed, they are not evils but good things to the People of God. Psal. 119.71. It is good for me that I have been afflicted.
3. At the Intercession of christ the nature of Troubles and afflictions Are changed, they Are not evils but good things to the People of God. Psalm 119.71. It is good for me that I have been afflicted.
Though we be not kept from trouble, yet Christs Prayer is answered, if we be kept by the power of God in our troubles, kept from falling, kept from fainting.
Though we be not kept from trouble, yet Christ Prayer is answered, if we be kept by the power of God in our Troubles, kept from falling, kept from fainting.
thy Mercy, O Lord, held me up. Psal. 116.8. Thou hast delivered my feet from falling — Psal. 118.13. Thou hast thrust sore at me that I might fall: but the Lord helped me.
thy Mercy, Oh Lord, held me up. Psalm 116.8. Thou hast Delivered my feet from falling — Psalm 118.13. Thou hast thrust soar At me that I might fallen: but the Lord helped me.
The Lord Jesus foreseeing that his Disciples would meet with many Tribulations, that their hearts might not be troubled, proposeth many grounds of comfort to them, among others this is a principal one, that he would interceed with his Father to give them his holy Spirit to be their Comforter, to make his abode with them for ever.
The Lord jesus Foreseeing that his Disciples would meet with many Tribulations, that their hearts might not be troubled, Proposeth many grounds of Comfort to them, among Others this is a principal one, that he would intercede with his Father to give them his holy Spirit to be their Comforter, to make his Abided with them for ever.
for such as walk in the fear of God, enjoy the comforts of the holy Ghost. Act. 9.31. VValking in the fear of the Lord, and in the comfort of the Holy Ghost.
for such as walk in the Fear of God, enjoy the comforts of the holy Ghost. Act. 9.31. Walking in the Fear of the Lord, and in the Comfort of the Holy Ghost.
but their forrow should be turned into joy, and here he directs them the way to get comfort under their sorrows, which was by Praver, Ask, and ye shall recieve, that your joy may be full.
but their forrow should be turned into joy, and Here he directs them the Way to get Comfort under their sorrows, which was by Prayer, Ask, and you shall receive, that your joy may be full.
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3. Call to mind, apply, and meditate upon the gracious promises of God. The Spirit comforts us by and through the word, and more especially by the promises.
3. Call to mind, apply, and meditate upon the gracious promises of God. The Spirit comforts us by and through the word, and more especially by the promises.
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So also the Prophet Jeremiah had the comforts of the Spirit through the word. Jer. 15.16. Thy words were found, and I did eat them, and thy word was unto me the joy and the rejoycing of my heart.
So also the Prophet Jeremiah had the comforts of the Spirit through the word. Jer. 15.16. Thy words were found, and I did eat them, and thy word was unto me the joy and the rejoicing of my heart.
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for trustings in God brings the joys and comforts of the Holy Ghost into our hearts. Psal. 13.5. I have trusted in thy Mercy, my heart shall rejoyce in thy Salvation.
for trustings in God brings the Joys and comforts of the Holy Ghost into our hearts. Psalm 13.5. I have trusted in thy Mercy, my heart shall rejoice in thy Salvation.
My heart shall rejoyce — Rom. 15.13. The God of Peace fill you with all joy and peace in believing — There is joy, all joy, a fulness of all joy comes in by believing.
My heart shall rejoice — Rom. 15.13. The God of Peace fill you with all joy and peace in believing — There is joy, all joy, a fullness of all joy comes in by believing.
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Jesus Christ is made, of God, Sanctification to all such as are in him. 1 Cor. 1.30. But of him are ye in Christ Jesus, who of God is made unto us VVisdom, Righteousness, Sanctification and Redemption.
jesus christ is made, of God, Sanctification to all such as Are in him. 1 Cor. 1.30. But of him Are you in christ jesus, who of God is made unto us VVisdom, Righteousness, Sanctification and Redemption.
When Christ is said to be made of God, sanctification to such as are in him, the meaning is, that he is appointed by God to sanctifie our persons and our conditions.
When christ is said to be made of God, sanctification to such as Are in him, the meaning is, that he is appointed by God to sanctify our Persons and our conditions.
Our Lord Jesus hath taken the curse from our Crosses, and turned them into Blessings. So that we are not now to look upon our corrections, as our misery;
Our Lord jesus hath taken the curse from our Crosses, and turned them into Blessings. So that we Are not now to look upon our corrections, as our misery;
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but they shall all work together for our good. Rom. 8.28. And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.
but they shall all work together for our good. Rom. 8.28. And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who Are the called according to his purpose.
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There is a threesold good which is wrought for us by our afflictions. 1. They purge out our sins. Isa. 27.9. By this therefore shall the iniquity of Jacob be purged, and this is all the fruit to take away their sin.
There is a Threshold good which is wrought for us by our afflictions. 1. They purge out our Sins. Isaiah 27.9. By this Therefore shall the iniquity of Jacob be purged, and this is all the fruit to take away their since.
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And this is greatly for our good to be purged from our sins, which are the chiefest of evils. 2. They promote and increase the graces of the Spirit of God in our hearts,
And this is greatly for our good to be purged from our Sins, which Are the chiefest of evils. 2. They promote and increase the graces of the Spirit of God in our hearts,
and make us partakers of his Holiness, and that is much for our profit to be made more Holy. Heb. 12.10. They verily for a few days chastned us after their own pleasure, but he for our profit, that we might be partakers of his Holiness.
and make us partakers of his Holiness, and that is much for our profit to be made more Holy. Hebrew 12.10. They verily for a few days chastened us After their own pleasure, but he for our profit, that we might be partakers of his Holiness.
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3. They encrease our glory in the world to come for ever. 2 Cor. 4.17. For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding et••nal weight of glory.
3. They increase our glory in the world to come for ever. 2 Cor. 4.17. For our Light affliction, which is but for a moment, works for us a Far more exceeding et••nal weight of glory.
yet the consideration that he is chastned for his profit may revive him, and make him lift up his hands that hang down, and strengthen his feeble knees. §.
yet the consideration that he is chastened for his profit may revive him, and make him lift up his hands that hang down, and strengthen his feeble knees. §.
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IV. Though we meet with many troubles in the World, this may chear our hearts under all of them, that our Lord Jesus Christ hath promised, he will not leave us comfortless in our troubles,
IV. Though we meet with many Troubles in the World, this may cheer our hearts under all of them, that our Lord jesus christ hath promised, he will not leave us comfortless in our Troubles,
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but he will give us peace and comfort in himself, and from himself when we meet with troubles in the World. Joh. 14.18. I will not leave you comfortless, I will come to you. Joh. 16.33. These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace, in the world ye shall have Tribulation. Isa. 66.13. As one whom his Mother comforteth, so will I comfort you, and ye shall be comforted in Jerusalem.
but he will give us peace and Comfort in himself, and from himself when we meet with Troubles in the World. John 14.18. I will not leave you comfortless, I will come to you. John 16.33. These things I have spoken unto you, that in me you might have peace, in the world you shall have Tribulation. Isaiah 66.13. As one whom his Mother comforts, so will I Comfort you, and you shall be comforted in Jerusalem.
The Affections of a Mother are very great and tender towards her Child, especially towards her sick and afflicted Child, she will spare no pains, no cost for that which may comfort her sick Child.
The Affections of a Mother Are very great and tender towards her Child, especially towards her sick and afflicted Child, she will spare no pains, no cost for that which may Comfort her sick Child.
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That is to be observed, for this Prophet had foretold great judgments and desolations should come upon Jerasalem. As Isa. 3.8. Jerusalem is ruined, and Judah is fallen.
That is to be observed, for this Prophet had foretold great Judgments and desolations should come upon Jerusalem. As Isaiah 3.8. Jerusalem is ruined, and Judah is fallen.
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Isa. 24.3, 11. The Land shall be utterly emptied, and utterly spoyled. All joy is darkned, and the mirth of the Land is gone. Isa. 64.10. Thy Holy Cities are a Wilderness, Zion is a Wilderness, Jerusalem a desolation.
Isaiah 24.3, 11. The Land shall be utterly emptied, and utterly spoiled. All joy is darkened, and the mirth of the Land is gone. Isaiah 64.10. Thy Holy Cities Are a Wilderness, Zion is a Wilderness, Jerusalem a desolation.
yet the Lord promiseth to comfort his people in Jerusalem. We that have such promises, may rest upon God, that for Christs sake he will comfort us in all our tribulations. Mich. 7.8. VVhen I sit in darkness, the Lord shall be a light unto me.
yet the Lord promises to Comfort his people in Jerusalem. We that have such promises, may rest upon God, that for Christ sake he will Comfort us in all our tribulations. Mich. 7.8. When I fit in darkness, the Lord shall be a Light unto me.
So that the meaning is, when I am in trouble and distress, the Lord shall give me comfort. Ps. 38.7. Though I walk in the midst of trouble, thou wilt revive me.
So that the meaning is, when I am in trouble and distress, the Lord shall give me Comfort. Ps. 38.7. Though I walk in the midst of trouble, thou wilt revive me.
Obj. But do we not see, that notwithstanding these promises, and the confidences of the people of God, that God will comfort them in their afflictions;
Object But doe we not see, that notwithstanding these promises, and the confidences of the people of God, that God will Comfort them in their afflictions;
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I will shew you several wayes, whereby Christ comforts his Members, and gives them peace under their greatest troubles. 1. By shedding abroad the love of God in their hearts, by the Holy Ghost, which he gives unto them.
I will show you several ways, whereby christ comforts his Members, and gives them peace under their greatest Troubles. 1. By shedding abroad the love of God in their hearts, by the Holy Ghost, which he gives unto them.
By shedding abroad the love of God in our hearts, understand the manifesting of Gods love to our souls, the giving us the knowledge and understanding of the love of God, which doth wonderfully affect the heart with joy and gladness.
By shedding abroad the love of God in our hearts, understand the manifesting of God's love to our Souls, the giving us the knowledge and understanding of the love of God, which does wonderfully affect the heart with joy and gladness.
For when God gives a command to things to be done, it implyeth speed. Ps. 147.15. He sendeth forth his Commandment upon the Earth, his word runneth very swiftly.
For when God gives a command to things to be done, it Implies speed. Ps. 147.15. He sends forth his Commandment upon the Earth, his word Runneth very swiftly.
2. David did believe that the manifestation of the love of God would be such a comfort to him, that it would make his heart to sing for joy in his greatest distresses;
2. David did believe that the manifestation of the love of God would be such a Comfort to him, that it would make his heart to sing for joy in his greatest Distresses;
2. Jesus Christ comforts and refresheth his Members in their troubles, by those gracious visits which he gives them in their afflictions. Job. 10.12. Thy visitation hath preserved my Spirit. John 16.22.
2. jesus christ comforts and refresheth his Members in their Troubles, by those gracious visits which he gives them in their afflictions. Job. 10.12. Thy Visitation hath preserved my Spirit. John 16.22.
A visit from a good man is very comfortable in a day of trouble. 2 Cor. 7.5, 6. Our flesh had no rest, we were troubled on every side, without were fightings, within were fears.
A visit from a good man is very comfortable in a day of trouble. 2 Cor. 7.5, 6. Our Flesh had no rest, we were troubled on every side, without were fightings, within were fears.
2. Jesus Christ visiteth his people in their afflictions, by his Spirit, the teachings, the revivings, the supports of his Spirit. Cant. 2.6. His left hand is under my head, his right hand doth embrace me. Isa 41.10. Fear thou not, for I am with thee — I will strengthen thee, I will uphold thee. Isa. 57.15.
2. jesus christ Visiteth his people in their afflictions, by his Spirit, the teachings, the revivings, the supports of his Spirit. Cant 2.6. His left hand is under my head, his right hand does embrace me. Isaiah 41.10. fear thou not, for I am with thee — I will strengthen thee, I will uphold thee. Isaiah 57.15.
3. The Lord Jesus visits his afflicted people when he answers their Prayers, and fulfils his own promises. Gen. 21.1. And the Lord visited Sarah as he had said, and the Lord did unto Sarah as he had spoken.
3. The Lord jesus visits his afflicted people when he answers their Prayers, and fulfils his own promises. Gen. 21.1. And the Lord visited Sarah as he had said, and the Lord did unto Sarah as he had spoken.
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For the staying the mind upon God is a means to keep the Soul in peace under the greatest dangers. Isa. 26.3. Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on thee, because he trusteth in thee.
For the staying the mind upon God is a means to keep the Soul in peace under the greatest dangers. Isaiah 26.3. Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on thee, Because he Trusteth in thee.
if they continue faithful to the death. Rev. 2.10. Fear none of those things which thou shalt suffer, be thou faithful unto Death, and I will give thee a Crown of Life. 2 Tim. 2.12. If we suffer, we shall also reign with him. Rom. 5.2. And rejoyce in hope of the glory of God. Ʋse I.
if they continue faithful to the death. Rev. 2.10. fear none of those things which thou shalt suffer, be thou faithful unto Death, and I will give thee a Crown of Life. 2 Tim. 2.12. If we suffer, we shall also Reign with him. Rom. 5.2. And rejoice in hope of the glory of God. Ʋse I.
Such mens case is sad, For 1. The world is a poor portion, for all worldly enjoyments abstracted from God and Christ are nothing but vanity and vexation of Spirit. 2. All the world will avail a man nothing when he comes to dye.
Such men's case is sad, For 1. The world is a poor portion, for all worldly enjoyments abstracted from God and christ Are nothing but vanity and vexation of Spirit. 2. All the world will avail a man nothing when he comes to die.
It will give no ease to a troubled Conscience, no pardon of Sin, no help to Heaven. 1 Tim. 6.7. We can carry nothing of it away with us into another world.
It will give no ease to a troubled Conscience, no pardon of since, no help to Heaven. 1 Tim. 6.7. We can carry nothing of it away with us into Another world.
3. They that have neglected Christ and the Salvation purchased by Christ, shall not escape the wrath of God in the other World. Heb. 2.3. (2.) For those that have an interest in Christ, and yet live very discontentedly;
3. They that have neglected christ and the Salvation purchased by christ, shall not escape the wrath of God in the other World. Hebrew 2.3. (2.) For those that have an Interest in christ, and yet live very discontentedly;
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Christ doth not own those as having an interest him, that love any thing above him. Mat. 10.37. He that loveth Father or Mother more than me, is not worthy of me.
christ does not own those as having an Interest him, that love any thing above him. Mathew 10.37. He that loves Father or Mother more than me, is not worthy of me.
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Now we may know we are Christs. 1. If we have solemnly given up our selves to Christ, with a sincere heart, without any secret reserves of any Lust, resolving that by the help of his grace we will deny our selves, take up our Cross,
Now we may know we Are Christ. 1. If we have solemnly given up our selves to christ, with a sincere heart, without any secret reserves of any Lust, resolving that by the help of his grace we will deny our selves, take up our Cross,
if his word be our rule, and his glory our end, that is a good evidence that we are Christs. Isa. 63.19. VVe are thine, thou never bearest rule over them.
if his word be our Rule, and his glory our end, that is a good evidence that we Are Christ. Isaiah 63.19. We Are thine, thou never bearest Rule over them.
(3.) The Spirit of Christ sent down into our Hearts, is a certain Evidence of an interest in Christ. 1 John 3.24. Hereby we know, that he abideth in us, by the Spirit that he hath given us. Rom. 8. v. 9.
(3.) The Spirit of christ sent down into our Hearts, is a certain Evidence of an Interest in christ. 1 John 3.24. Hereby we know, that he Abideth in us, by the Spirit that he hath given us. Rom. 8. v. 9.
2. We may know we have the Spirit, by the fruits of the Spirit, which are Faith, Love, Peace, Joy, Long-suffering, &c. Gal. 5. 22, 23, &c. Ʋse. III. Of Exhortation.
2. We may know we have the Spirit, by the fruits of the Spirit, which Are Faith, Love, Peace, Joy, Long-suffering, etc. Gal. 5. 22, 23, etc. Ʋse. III. Of Exhortation.
2. Pray earnestly to God, to manifest your interest in Christ. It is in his light that we see light. Psal. 36.9. Pray as David, Psal. 35.3. Say unto my Soul, I am thy Salvation.
2. prey earnestly to God, to manifest your Interest in christ. It is in his Light that we see Light. Psalm 36.9. prey as David, Psalm 35.3. Say unto my Soul, I am thy Salvation.
yet follow on to seek him, and then in Gods good time, you shall know the Lord to be your God in Christ. Hos 6.3. Isa. 24.9. Zech. 13.9. 3. Accustom your self to trust in God in all your straits, fears, dangers, and temptations.
yet follow on to seek him, and then in God's good time, you shall know the Lord to be your God in christ. Hos 6.3. Isaiah 24.9. Zechariah 13.9. 3. Accustom your self to trust in God in all your straits, fears, dangers, and temptations.
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For the more you trust in God, the sooner you shall come to the knowledge of your interest in God Psal. 16.1, 2. [ In thee do I put my trust ] O my Soul, thou hast said unto the Lord, [ thou art my Lord ] Psal. 31.14. But I trusted in thee, O Lord, I said thou art my God.
For the more you trust in God, the sooner you shall come to the knowledge of your Interest in God Psalm 16.1, 2. [ In thee do I put my trust ] O my Soul, thou hast said unto the Lord, [ thou art my Lord ] Psalm 31.14. But I trusted in thee, Oh Lord, I said thou art my God.
After Abraham had denyed himself of taking a reward from the King of Sodom, God came to him with a promise, to assure him of his interest in God. Gen. 15.1.
After Abraham had denied himself of taking a reward from the King of Sodom, God Come to him with a promise, to assure him of his Interest in God. Gen. 15.1.
5. Set your love upon Christ. The Spouse finding in her heart an ardent love to Christ, could say, Cant. 2.16. My Beloved is mine. To such as love Christ, there is a promise, that he will manifest himself to their Souls. John 14.21. 6. Labour to order your Conversation aright, and to live righteously and holily. Psal. 50.23. Isa. 32.17. 7. Attend frequently that sealing ordinance of the Lords upper;
5. Set your love upon christ. The Spouse finding in her heart an Ardent love to christ, could say, Cant 2.16. My beloved is mine. To such as love christ, there is a promise, that he will manifest himself to their Souls. John 14.21. 6. Labour to order your Conversation aright, and to live righteously and holily. Psalm 50.23. Isaiah 32.17. 7. Attend frequently that sealing Ordinance of the lords upper;
Now I shall conclude this discourse, with the resolution of three questions. 1. How may we fetch comfort from Christ in all our troubles. 2. How may such as have attained the knowlede of their interest in Christ, retain the same. 3. VVhat shall they do, that want the knowledge of their interest in Christ.
Now I shall conclude this discourse, with the resolution of three questions. 1. How may we fetch Comfort from christ in all our Troubles. 2. How may such as have attained the knowledge of their Interest in christ, retain the same. 3. What shall they do, that want the knowledge of their Interest in christ.
The more we have of the knowledge of Christ, the more peace and comfort we shall have in our Souls. 2 Pet. 1.2. Grace and peace be multiplyed unto you, through the knowledge of God, and of Jesus Christ our Lord.
The more we have of the knowledge of christ, the more peace and Comfort we shall have in our Souls. 2 Pet. 1.2. Grace and peace be multiplied unto you, through the knowledge of God, and of jesus christ our Lord.
The knowledge of this attonement which Christ hath made for us, will fill our hearts with joy and gladness. Rom. 5.11. We joy in God through our Lord Jesus Christ, by whom we have now received the attonement.
The knowledge of this atonement which christ hath made for us, will fill our hearts with joy and gladness. Rom. 5.11. We joy in God through our Lord jesus christ, by whom we have now received the atonement.
Act. 13.38, 39. And the knowledge of remission of sins is a ground of joy in all troubles. Matth. 9.2. Son, be of good chear, thy sins are forgiven thee.
Act. 13.38, 39. And the knowledge of remission of Sins is a ground of joy in all Troubles. Matthew 9.2. Son, be of good cheer, thy Sins Are forgiven thee.
(5.) By Christ, we have boldness to hope for eternal life. Heb. 10.19. And hope of eternal life, is a ground of great joy in all our troubles. Rom. 5.2. We rejoyce in hope of the glory of God.
(5.) By christ, we have boldness to hope for Eternal life. Hebrew 10.19. And hope of Eternal life, is a ground of great joy in all our Troubles. Rom. 5.2. We rejoice in hope of the glory of God.
this will make our Souls greatly to rejoyce under all our troubles. Luk. 1.47. My Spirit hath rejoyced in God my Saviour. 1 Sam. 30.6. David was greatly distressed, for the people spake of stoning him — But David encouraged himself in the Lord his God.
this will make our Souls greatly to rejoice under all our Troubles. Luk. 1.47. My Spirit hath rejoiced in God my Saviour. 1 Sam. 30.6. David was greatly distressed, for the people spoke of stoning him — But David encouraged himself in the Lord his God.
Keep in remembrance, and meditate on the benefits you have by Christ, as Reconciliation with God, Remission of sins, Adoption, Sanctification, Eternal life, &c. For those things that are forgotten,
Keep in remembrance, and meditate on the benefits you have by christ, as Reconciliation with God, Remission of Sins, Adoption, Sanctification, Eternal life, etc. For those things that Are forgotten,
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It is the remembrance and meditating on Christ, and the benefits of Christ, that brings in sweetness, and Soul-satisfying comforts. Ps. 104.34. My meditation of him shall be sweet.
It is the remembrance and meditating on christ, and the benefits of christ, that brings in sweetness, and Soul-satisfying comforts. Ps. 104.34. My meditation of him shall be sweet.
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For this is the way to keep your hearts from being troubled, and to fill your Souls with peace and joy. Rom. 15.13. Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing. Isa. 26.3. Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee, because he trusteth in thee. 1 Pet. 1.8.
For this is the Way to keep your hearts from being troubled, and to fill your Souls with peace and joy. Rom. 15.13. Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing. Isaiah 26.3. Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee, Because he Trusteth in thee. 1 Pet. 1.8.
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Upon hearing this Exhortation, let not your hearts be troubled, the Disciples might have replyed, Lord, hast thou not told us that in the world we shall have tribulation, that we shall be hated of all men,
Upon hearing this Exhortation, let not your hearts be troubled, the Disciples might have replied, Lord, hast thou not told us that in the world we shall have tribulation, that we shall be hated of all men,
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and for the obtaining that peace, which passeth all understanding, and that is, to give our selves to Prayer Phil. 4.6, 7. Be careful for nothing: but in every thing by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known unto God.
and for the obtaining that peace, which passes all understanding, and that is, to give our selves to Prayer Philip 4.6, 7. Be careful for nothing: but in every thing by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known unto God.
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how shall we attain to this, to have the peace of God rule in our hearts? the following words shew this, Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all Wisdom.
how shall we attain to this, to have the peace of God Rule in our hearts? the following words show this, Let the word of christ dwell in you richly in all Wisdom.
when he complained that his pain was perpetual, and his wound incurable. Jer. 15.16. Thy words were found, and I did eat them, and thy word was unto me the joy and rejoycing of mine heart.
when he complained that his pain was perpetual, and his wound incurable. Jer. 15.16. Thy words were found, and I did eat them, and thy word was unto me the joy and rejoicing of mine heart.
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And that it was a time of great distress with the Prophet, when Gods word was the joy and rejoycing of his heart, is evident from ver. 18. Why is my pain perpetual,
And that it was a time of great distress with the Prophet, when God's word was the joy and rejoicing of his heart, is evident from for. 18. Why is my pain perpetual,
and then you shall have the comforts of the Holy Ghost, and the light of Consolation shall arise upon you in the darkest days. Act. 9.31. Walking in the fear of the Lord, and in the comfort of the Holy Ghost. Psal. 112.4. Ʋnto the Ʋpright there ariseth Light in Darkness.
and then you shall have the comforts of the Holy Ghost, and the Light of Consolation shall arise upon you in the Darkest days. Act. 9.31. Walking in the Fear of the Lord, and in the Comfort of the Holy Ghost. Psalm 112.4. Ʋnto the Ʋpright there arises Light in Darkness.
Though you suffer for Righteousness sake, yet love Righteousnes and hate Iniquity, and in so doing, the Lord will anoint you with the Oyl of joy and gladness.
Though you suffer for Righteousness sake, yet love Righteousness and hate Iniquity, and in so doing, the Lord will anoint you with the Oil of joy and gladness.
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Psal. 45 7. Thou lovest Righteousness, and hatest Wickedness, therefore God, thy God hath anointed thee with the Oyl of gladness above thy fellows. VIII.
Psalm 45 7. Thou Lovest Righteousness, and Hatest Wickedness, Therefore God, thy God hath anointed thee with the Oil of gladness above thy Fellows. VIII.
and the Lord will restore your lost comforts. Isa. 57.18. I will restore comforts to him, and to his Mourners. Mat. 5.4. Blessed are they that mourn, for they shall be comforted. IX.
and the Lord will restore your lost comforts. Isaiah 57.18. I will restore comforts to him, and to his Mourners. Mathew 5.4. Blessed Are they that mourn, for they shall be comforted. IX.
Keep up the belief and perswasion of Gods Love to your Souls through Christ, notwithstanding all the troubles that come upon your inward or outward man,
Keep up the belief and persuasion of God's Love to your Souls through christ, notwithstanding all the Troubles that come upon your inward or outward man,
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for the apprehension of Gods love will fill your hearts with joy and gladness, and be a ground of everlasting Joy to your Souls. Act 2.28. Thou shalt make me full of joy with thy countenance. 2 Thes. 2.16. God even our Father which hath loved us and given us everlasting Consolation. Joh 13.1. Jesus loves his own, and that to the end, even whilst in a sinful and troublesome world.
for the apprehension of God's love will fill your hearts with joy and gladness, and be a ground of everlasting Joy to your Souls. Act 2.28. Thou shalt make me full of joy with thy countenance. 2 Thebes 2.16. God even our Father which hath loved us and given us everlasting Consolation. John 13.1. jesus loves his own, and that to the end, even while in a sinful and troublesome world.
And if you ask, what are good and sure grounds for claiming an interest in Christ? I answer. 1. The free and general offer of Christ and Salvation by Christ, made in the Gospel to every one, that is willing to recieve. Rev. 22.17. And whosoever will, let him take the water of life freely.
And if you ask, what Are good and sure grounds for claiming an Interest in christ? I answer. 1. The free and general offer of christ and Salvation by christ, made in the Gospel to every one, that is willing to receive. Rev. 22.17. And whosoever will, let him take the water of life freely.
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and whether we accept of Christ for our Saviour and Redeemer, or whether we refuse and reject him. Psal. 16.2. O my Soul, thou hast said unto the Lord, th•u art my God. Lam. 3.24.
and whither we accept of christ for our Saviour and Redeemer, or whither we refuse and reject him. Psalm 16.2. Oh my Soul, thou hast said unto the Lord, th•u art my God. Lam. 3.24.
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The Lord is my portion saith my Soul — Now this Testimony of our Consciences, that we do accept of Christ on the terms of the Gospel, to be ruled and saved by him, in his own way, is a good ground of comfort,
The Lord is my portion Says my Soul — Now this Testimony of our Consciences, that we do accept of christ on the terms of the Gospel, to be ruled and saved by him, in his own Way, is a good ground of Comfort,
and may embolden us to hope that God doth accept us in Christ. 2 Cor. 1.12. Our rejoycing is this, the Testimony of our Conscience. 1 Joh 3.21. Beloved, if our heart condemn us not, then have we confidence towards God.
and may embolden us to hope that God does accept us in christ. 2 Cor. 1.12. Our rejoicing is this, the Testimony of our Conscience. 1 John 3.21. beloved, if our heart condemn us not, then have we confidence towards God.
When I speak of the Testimony of Conscience witnessing our accepting of Christ on the terms of the Gospel, understand it of a Conscience enlightned by the word and Spirit, with the knowledge of Christ. (2 Tim. 1.12.
When I speak of the Testimony of Conscience witnessing our accepting of christ on the terms of the Gospel, understand it of a Conscience enlightened by the word and Spirit, with the knowledge of christ. (2 Tim. 1.12.
for if we know not the terms on which Christ is offered to us, how can our Consciences witness to us, that we do close with the terms of the Gospel. 3. The grant or promise of God in the Gospel to all that recieve Christ, that he shall be theirs, and they shall be his. Joh 1.12.
for if we know not the terms on which christ is offered to us, how can our Consciences witness to us, that we do close with the terms of the Gospel. 3. The grant or promise of God in the Gospel to all that receive christ, that he shall be theirs, and they shall be his. John 1.12.
and all his benefits on them for theirs, and he will own them for his. 4. Our finding in our selves, those marks or characters, which the Scriptures give of such as have a saving interest in Christ, which will evidence to us, that we have rightly recieved or closed with Christ.
and all his benefits on them for theirs, and he will own them for his. 4. Our finding in our selves, those marks or characters, which the Scriptures give of such as have a Saving Interest in christ, which will evidence to us, that we have rightly received or closed with christ.
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As namely our having the Spirit of Christ given to us. 1 Joh. 4.13. Hereby we know that we dwell in him, and he in us, because he hath given us of his Spirit.
As namely our having the Spirit of christ given to us. 1 John 4.13. Hereby we know that we dwell in him, and he in us, Because he hath given us of his Spirit.
Concerning this covenant which the Lord maketh with those that come to Christ, we may observe these three or four things. 1. This covenant is to give us Christ himself,
Concerning this Covenant which the Lord makes with those that come to christ, we may observe these three or four things. 1. This Covenant is to give us christ himself,
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and Judgment, and shall be Righteously and Faithfully observed. 4. The persons that the Lord will betroth to himself, are those who are willing to be divorced from their sins,
and Judgement, and shall be Righteously and Faithfully observed. 4. The Persons that the Lord will betrothed to himself, Are those who Are willing to be divorced from their Sins,
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and to accept of Christ for their Husband — ver. 7.19. I will go and return to my first Husband — I will betroth thee to me — They whom God taketh into Covenant with himself. ver. 18.19. I will make a Covenant for them — And I will betroth thee to me for ever.
and to accept of christ for their Husband — for. 7.19. I will go and return to my First Husband — I will betrothed thee to me — They whom God Takes into Covenant with himself. ver. 18.19. I will make a Covenant for them — And I will betrothed thee to me for ever.
And 'tis also to be observed, that the Lord repeats this three times — I will betroth thee, yea I will betroth thee, I will even betroth thee unto me, that we may rest satisfied that our former sins though great, shall not hinder us on our Repentance, from this great priviledge of being betrothed to the Lord for ever.
And it's also to be observed, that the Lord repeats this three times — I will betrothed thee, yea I will betrothed thee, I will even betrothed thee unto me, that we may rest satisfied that our former Sins though great, shall not hinder us on our Repentance, from this great privilege of being betrothed to the Lord for ever.
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and take us for his for ever, you may see. Ezek. 36.28. Yeshallbe my people, and I will be your God. Psal. 48.14. This God is our God for ever and for ever Lam. 3.31. The Lord will not cast off for ever. 1 Sam. 12.22. The Lord will not forsake his People, for his great names sake, because it hath pleased the Lord to make you his people.
and take us for his for ever, you may see. Ezekiel 36.28. Yeshallbe my people, and I will be your God. Psalm 48.14. This God is our God for ever and for ever Lam. 3.31. The Lord will not cast off for ever. 1 Sam. 12.22. The Lord will not forsake his People, for his great names sake, Because it hath pleased the Lord to make you his people.
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and to take us for his for ever, is a sure, and everlasting covenant; 2 Sam. 23.5. More firm and stedfast than the Hills and Mountains, which shall all be removed out of their places, sooner than Gods covenant shall be removed from us. Isa. 54.10.
and to take us for his for ever, is a sure, and everlasting Covenant; 2 Sam. 23.5. More firm and steadfast than the Hills and Mountains, which shall all be removed out of their places, sooner than God's Covenant shall be removed from us. Isaiah 54.10.
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3. The failings and back-slidings of the Members of Christ, shall not make void this everlasting covenant, he will chasten them for their sins and backslidings,
3. The failings and backslidings of the Members of christ, shall not make void this everlasting Covenant, he will chasten them for their Sins and backslidings,
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3. After you have closed with Christ, and God hath cleared up to your Souls your interest in Christ, by his Word and Spirit, admit no doubts about your interest in Christ, but upon Scripture grounds.
3. After you have closed with christ, and God hath cleared up to your Souls your Interest in christ, by his Word and Spirit, admit no doubts about your Interest in christ, but upon Scripture grounds.
After our Lord Jesus Christ had it witnessed to him from Heaven, that he was the Son of God. Matth. 3.17. And lo a voice from Heaven, saying, this is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.
After our Lord jesus christ had it witnessed to him from Heaven, that he was the Son of God. Matthew 3.17. And lo a voice from Heaven, saying, this is my Beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.
even by his Fathers voice, speaking from Heaven to him, it is no marvail if he be often suggesting doubts to us about our interest in Christ, after clearest manifestations thereof.
even by his Father's voice, speaking from Heaven to him, it is no marvel if he be often suggesting doubts to us about our Interest in christ, After Clearest manifestations thereof.
Interest in Christ is consistent with great imperfections, sore afflictions, dreadful temptations, conflicts between the Flesh and Spirit, want of influences, succeslesness in Holy Duties,
Interest in christ is consistent with great imperfections, soar afflictions, dreadful temptations, conflicts between the Flesh and Spirit, want of influences, succeslesness in Holy Duties,
4. It is of great use to the holding fast the perswasion of our interest in Christ, to have a right understanding of the State and Condition of a Christian in this present evil world.
4. It is of great use to the holding fast the persuasion of our Interest in christ, to have a right understanding of the State and Condition of a Christian in this present evil world.
As I shall shew by instanceing in the several particulars. 1. A man may be sensible of much imperfection in himself, he may find very great defects in his best duties,
As I shall show by instancing in the several particulars. 1. A man may be sensible of much imperfection in himself, he may find very great defects in his best duties,
There are Babes in Christ, as well as young Men and Fathers, and they that are but Babes in Christ, are so full of imperfections, that in some things they seem more like to carnal men, than Spiritual: 1 Cor. 3.1.
There Are Babes in christ, as well as young Men and Father's, and they that Are but Babes in christ, Are so full of imperfections, that in Some things they seem more like to carnal men, than Spiritual: 1 Cor. 3.1.
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Our Lord Jesus himself, was tempted by Satan to great, and grievous sins, to get bread when he was hungry, to cast down himself from a Pinacle of the Temple, which was in effect to have destroyed himself,
Our Lord jesus himself, was tempted by Satan to great, and grievous Sins, to get bred when he was hungry, to cast down himself from a Pinnacle of the Temple, which was in Effect to have destroyed himself,
And what worse sin than to worship the Devil? Matth. 4.6, 9. Now if Satan adventured to tempt our Lord Jesus Christ to such horrid sins as these are;
And what Worse since than to worship the devil? Matthew 4.6, 9. Now if Satan adventured to tempt our Lord jesus christ to such horrid Sins as these Are;
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Sin dwelleth in me — The good that I would, that I do not, but the evil which I would not, that I do — I find a Law, that when I would do good, evil is present with me.
since dwells in me — The good that I would, that I do not, but the evil which I would not, that I do — I find a Law, that when I would do good, evil is present with me.
Psal. 119.83, 94. I am become like a bottle in the smoke — I am thine, save me — When the Psalmist found himself like a bottle in the smoke, that is in a withered, drie, parched condition, he did, notwithstanding his drie and withered condition, believe himself to be the Lords — I am thine, save me.
Psalm 119.83, 94. I am become like a Bottle in the smoke — I am thine, save me — When the Psalmist found himself like a Bottle in the smoke, that is in a withered, dry, parched condition, he did, notwithstanding his dry and withered condition, believe himself to be the lords — I am thine, save me.
He did believe his interest in God, though he found himself in such a dry condition, that he complained his moisture was turned into the drought of Summer, that is, was so gone,
He did believe his Interest in God, though he found himself in such a dry condition, that he complained his moisture was turned into the drought of Summer, that is, was so gone,
An example of believing God to be our Father, in, and through Christ, under a suspension of influencees, we have Isa. 63.15, 16. VVhere is thy zeal and thy strength,
an Exampl of believing God to be our Father, in, and through christ, under a suspension of influencees, we have Isaiah 63.15, 16. Where is thy zeal and thy strength,
and the sounding of thy bowels, and of thy mercies towards me, are they restrained! Doubtless thou art our Father — Thou O Lord art our Father, our Redeemer.
and the sounding of thy bowels, and of thy Mercies towards me, Are they restrained! Doubtless thou art our Father — Thou Oh Lord art our Father, our Redeemer.
He may have his Ups, and his Downs, sometimes his heart may be in a raised elevated frame, he may have such an high measure of Faith, as to fear nothing. Isa. 12.2. Behold God is my Salvation, I will trust, and not be afraid. Ps. 27.1. The Lord is my Light and Salvation, whom shall I fear!
He may have his Ups, and his Downs, sometime his heart may be in a raised elevated frame, he may have such an high measure of Faith, as to Fear nothing. Isaiah 12.2. Behold God is my Salvation, I will trust, and not be afraid. Ps. 27.1. The Lord is my Light and Salvation, whom shall I Fear!
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At another time the same person may be in a very low and dejected frame, that his Soul may as it were cleave to the dust. Ps. 119.26. My soul cleaveth to the Dust. Psal. 42.6. O my God, my Soul is cast down within me.
At Another time the same person may be in a very low and dejected frame, that his Soul may as it were cleave to the dust. Ps. 119.26. My soul cleaveth to the Dust. Psalm 42.6. Oh my God, my Soul is cast down within me.
and go mourning all the day long. Ps. 42.11. VVhy art thou cast down O my Soul, and why art thou disquieted within me; Ps. 38.6. I am troubled, I am bowed down greatly, I go mourning all the day long.
and go mourning all the day long. Ps. 42.11. Why art thou cast down Oh my Soul, and why art thou disquieted within me; Ps. 38.6. I am troubled, I am bowed down greatly, I go mourning all the day long.
Ps. 143.3, 4. He hath made me to dwell in darkness, as those that have been long dead — My heart within me is desolate. Ps. 102.4. My heart is smitten, and withered like grass.
Ps. 143.3, 4. He hath made me to dwell in darkness, as those that have been long dead — My heart within me is desolate. Ps. 102.4. My heart is smitten, and withered like grass.
and hardned our hearts from thy fear. At one time he may walk in the light of Gods countenance. Psal. 21.6. Thou hast made him exceeding glad with thy countenance.
and hardened our hearts from thy Fear. At one time he may walk in the Light of God's countenance. Psalm 21.6. Thou hast made him exceeding glad with thy countenance.
How long wilt thou forget me, (O Lord) for ever? How long wilt thou hide thy face from me? Thus we see how the Children of God are liable to variety of changes in their Spiritual state,
How long wilt thou forget me, (Oh Lord) for ever? How long wilt thou hide thy face from me? Thus we see how the Children of God Are liable to variety of changes in their Spiritual state,
and think himself forsaken of God, and yet be one that hath a saving interest in Christ. Isa. 50.10. Who is there among you that feareth the Lord — that walketh in darkness, and seeth no Light — let him stay himself upon his God.
and think himself forsaken of God, and yet be one that hath a Saving Interest in christ. Isaiah 50.10. Who is there among you that fears the Lord — that walks in darkness, and sees no Light — let him stay himself upon his God.
and the grounds of our claiming an interest in Christ, and our performance of those terms which the Gospel proposeth in order to our enjoying the saving benefits of Christ,
and the grounds of our claiming an Interest in christ, and our performance of those terms which the Gospel Proposeth in order to our enjoying the Saving benefits of christ,
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For 1. The oftner we search our selves, and commune with our own hearts, the clearer Knowledge we shall have of our Spiritual state. 2 Cor. 13.5. Examine your selves whether ye be in the Faith, know ye not your own selves how that Jesus Christ is in you.
For 1. The oftener we search our selves, and commune with our own hearts, the clearer Knowledge we shall have of our Spiritual state. 2 Cor. 13.5. Examine your selves whither you be in the Faith, know you not your own selves how that jesus christ is in you.
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As Solomon by communing with his own heart, grew in Wisdom and Experience. Eccl. 1.16. I communed with mine own heart — Yea my heart had great Experience of Wisdom and Knowledge;
As Solomon by communing with his own heart, grew in Wisdom and Experience. Ecclesiastes 1.16. I communed with mine own heart — Yea my heart had great Experience of Wisdom and Knowledge;
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So shall we have great experience and knowledge of our hearts, if we do often commune with them. 2. While we are communing with our own hearts about our Spiritual Estate, it pleaseth the Lord oft times to draw War to us,
So shall we have great experience and knowledge of our hearts, if we do often commune with them. 2. While we Are communing with our own hearts about our Spiritual Estate, it Pleases the Lord oft times to draw War to us,
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So it often comes to pass with the Children of God, whilst they are Communing and Reasoning with their own hearts, that Jesus Christ draws near to them with his Holy Spirit,
So it often comes to pass with the Children of God, while they Are Communing and Reasoning with their own hearts, that jesus christ draws near to them with his Holy Spirit,
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Exod. 3.3, 4, 6. So 'tis here, when we turn aside from our worldly affairs to commune with our own hearts, about the workings of Gods grace upon our Souls, he reveals and discovers to us our covenant interest in himself. 3. Communing with our own hearts,
Exod 3.3, 4, 6. So it's Here, when we turn aside from our worldly affairs to commune with our own hearts, about the workings of God's grace upon our Souls, he reveals and discovers to us our Covenant Interest in himself. 3. Communing with our own hearts,
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and recollecting former experiences of Gods gracious dealings with us, will still those troubled thoughts which arise in our minds about our Spiritual and Eternal State. Psal. 4.4. Commune with your own heart upon your Bed, and be still.
and recollecting former experiences of God's gracious dealings with us, will still those troubled thoughts which arise in our minds about our Spiritual and Eternal State. Psalm 4.4. Commune with your own heart upon your Bed, and be still.
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And turning to God, and walking in his ways, will preserve our peace, and maintain a Spirit of Adoption in us. Jer. 3.19. Thou shalt call me my Father, and shall not turn away.
And turning to God, and walking in his ways, will preserve our peace, and maintain a Spirit of Adoption in us. Jer. 3.19. Thou shalt call me my Father, and shall not turn away.
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Such intimations of our Interest in God and Christ, and such encouragements to claim Interest in God as are given in after Prayer, are to be carefully observed and recorded safely,
Such intimations of our Interest in God and christ, and such encouragements to claim Interest in God as Are given in After Prayer, Are to be carefully observed and recorded safely,
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what was said in the fourth direction about the state of a Christian in this present evil world, may be of great use to the resolving scruples about our Interest in Christ.
what was said in the fourth direction about the state of a Christian in this present evil world, may be of great use to the resolving scruples about our Interest in christ.
7. When your doubts and scruples, and darkness are of that nature, that you can't come to a Resolution about your interest in Christ, close a new with Jesus Christ.
7. When your doubts and scruples, and darkness Are of that nature, that you can't come to a Resolution about your Interest in christ, close a new with jesus christ.
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And a frequent renewal of our choice of Christ for our Lord and Saviour, our renewed acceptance of him upon the terms of the Gospel, with mature deliberation and judgment,
And a frequent renewal of our choice of christ for our Lord and Saviour, our renewed acceptance of him upon the terms of the Gospel, with mature deliberation and judgement,
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David who had chosen God to be his God, and the ways of God to be the ways that he would walk in, could with an holy boldness say unto God, I am thine, save me. §.
David who had chosen God to be his God, and the ways of God to be the ways that he would walk in, could with an holy boldness say unto God, I am thine, save me. §.
and walk as becometh the Gospel of Christ, for an Holy Conversation is a special means to obtain the assurance of our Salvation. Psal. 50.23. To him that ordereth his Conversation aright, will I shew the Salvation of God. Isa. 32.17. The work of Righteousness shall be Peace, and the effect of Righteousness, quietness and assurance for ever.
and walk as Becometh the Gospel of christ, for an Holy Conversation is a special means to obtain the assurance of our Salvation. Psalm 50.23. To him that Ordereth his Conversation aright, will I show the Salvation of God. Isaiah 32.17. The work of Righteousness shall be Peace, and the Effect of Righteousness, quietness and assurance for ever.
I might instance here in some particular branches of Righteousness, which tend to the breeding and preserving of an assurance of our being in a state of Grace and Salvation;
I might instance Here in Some particular branches of Righteousness, which tend to the breeding and preserving of an assurance of our being in a state of Grace and Salvation;
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as walking in Love, and being ready to do all offices of Love one for another. 1 Joh. 3.18.19. My little Children, let us not love in Word or in Tongue, but in Deed and in Truth.
as walking in Love, and being ready to do all Offices of Love one for Another. 1 John 3.18.19. My little Children, let us not love in Word or in Tongue, but in Deed and in Truth.
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This is the way, not only to get assurance, but to keep it to the end of our days, to shew our love in our diligence, in Ministring to the Saints as we have ability, and as their necessity requireth.
This is the Way, not only to get assurance, but to keep it to the end of our days, to show our love in our diligence, in Ministering to the Saints as we have ability, and as their necessity requires.
when we walk in our Integrity, that will scatter and dispel fears, and bring in comfort. Psal. 112.4. Ʋnto the Ʋpright there ariseth Light in Darkness.
when we walk in our Integrity, that will scatter and dispel fears, and bring in Comfort. Psalm 112.4. Ʋnto the Ʋpright there arises Light in Darkness.
Prayer a means to clear interest. Encouragements to pray for this mercy. A. 1. Pray to God to make clear, to your Souls, your interest in himself, and his Son Jesus Christ. Psal. 35.3. Say unto my Soul I am thy Salvation.
Prayer a means to clear Interest. Encouragements to pray for this mercy. A. 1. prey to God to make clear, to your Souls, your Interest in himself, and his Son jesus christ. Psalm 35.3. Say unto my Soul I am thy Salvation.
That which David asks is not, be thou my Salvation, but 'tis the satisfying his Soul with the knowledge that God was his Saviour, and would give him Salvation.
That which David asks is not, be thou my Salvation, but it's the satisfying his Soul with the knowledge that God was his Saviour, and would give him Salvation.
And for our encouragement to pray for the knowledge of your interest in Christ, consider these things. 1. Prayer is a means of Gods own appointing, not only for the obtaining of the favour of God,
And for our encouragement to pray for the knowledge of your Interest in christ, Consider these things. 1. Prayer is a means of God's own appointing, not only for the obtaining of the favour of God,
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but also for the obtaining of the comfortable apprehensions of Gods love in Christ. Job. 33.26. He shall pray unto God, and he shall be favourable unto him, and he shall see his face with joy.
but also for the obtaining of the comfortable apprehensions of God's love in christ. Job. 33.26. He shall pray unto God, and he shall be favourable unto him, and he shall see his face with joy.
and he shall see his face with joy, that is, he shall obtain the knowledge of Gods love to his Soul, which shall put great joy and gladness into his heart. 2. The knowledge of our interest in God as our Father,
and he shall see his face with joy, that is, he shall obtain the knowledge of God's love to his Soul, which shall put great joy and gladness into his heart. 2. The knowledge of our Interest in God as our Father,
and what the Lord hath promised, we may pray in Faith and Hope that we shall attain it. See promises to this purpose; Isa. 60.16. Thou shalt know that I the Lord am thy Saviour, and thy Redeemer.
and what the Lord hath promised, we may pray in Faith and Hope that we shall attain it. See promises to this purpose; Isaiah 60.16. Thou shalt know that I the Lord am thy Saviour, and thy Redeemer.
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That which is here promised, is not, I will be thy Saviour and thy Redeemer, but the knowledge of our interest in Christ as our Saviour, and our Redeemer.
That which is Here promised, is not, I will be thy Saviour and thy Redeemer, but the knowledge of our Interest in christ as our Saviour, and our Redeemer.
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It is not said, thou shalt know that I am the Saviour of my people, or the Saviour of those that trust in me, Thon shalt know that I the Lord am thy Saviour, and thy Redeemer.
It is not said, thou shalt know that I am the Saviour of my people, or the Saviour of those that trust in me, Thon shalt know that I the Lord am thy Saviour, and thy Redeemer.
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when we shall live with Christ in Glory, spoken of in the foregoing verse, because I live, ye shall live also, at that day ye shall know — And doubtless the full accomplishment of this promise is the priviledge of the other life, to have a perfect understanding of the mystical Union, between the Father and the Son, and between Christ and Believers.
when we shall live with christ in Glory, spoken of in the foregoing verse, Because I live, you shall live also, At that day you shall know — And doubtless the full accomplishment of this promise is the privilege of the other life, to have a perfect understanding of the mystical union, between the Father and the Son, and between christ and Believers.
It may also relate to ver. 13, 14. When you shall earnestly pray to the Father in my name, to have your union cleared, in that day you shall know that I am in you, and you in me.
It may also relate to for. 13, 14. When you shall earnestly pray to the Father in my name, to have your Union cleared, in that day you shall know that I am in you, and you in me.
2. If you cant, nor ever could make out your Interest in Christ, yea, suppose it be so that you have no interest in him, come in now, and close with him.
2. If you Cant, nor ever could make out your Interest in christ, yea, suppose it be so that you have no Interest in him, come in now, and close with him.
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God still continueth to offer Christ to your Souls, and prays you to accept of him, 2 Cor. 5.20. VVe pray you in Christs stead, be you reconciled to God.
God still Continueth to offer christ to your Souls, and prays you to accept of him, 2 Cor. 5.20. We pray you in Christ stead, be you reconciled to God.
If at length, after a long neglecting of Christ, you will come in, and close with him, you shall be saved by him. Heb. 4.7. To day, after so long a time, as it is said, to day if you will bear his voice, harden not your hearts.
If At length, After a long neglecting of christ, you will come in, and close with him, you shall be saved by him. Hebrew 4.7. To day, After so long a time, as it is said, to day if you will bear his voice, harden not your hearts.
This penny is by the generality of Interpreters agreed to be eternal life, and this eternal life shall be given to those that come into Christ at the last hour of the day,
This penny is by the generality of Interpreters agreed to be Eternal life, and this Eternal life shall be given to those that come into christ At the last hour of the day,
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But some may say, if a man hath reflected, and lived without God in the day of his prosperity, is there hope if such a man turn to God in the day of trouble, that God will be found of him, and be gracious unto him: I answer:
But Some may say, if a man hath reflected, and lived without God in the day of his Prosperity, is there hope if such a man turn to God in the day of trouble, that God will be found of him, and be gracious unto him: I answer:
There is hope for such as have neglected God along time, if they turn to him in the day of their tròuble, that he will be gracious unto them. 2 Chron. 15.3, 4. Now for a long season, Israel hath been without the true God — But when they in their trouble did turn unto the Lord God of Israel, he was found of them. §.
There is hope for such as have neglected God along time, if they turn to him in the day of their tròuble, that he will be gracious unto them. 2 Chronicles 15.3, 4. Now for a long season, Israel hath been without the true God — But when they in their trouble did turn unto the Lord God of Israel, he was found of them. §.
and undone condition. 1 Tim. 1.15. This is a faithful saying, and worthy of all acceptation, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners, of whom I am chief. Luk. 19.10. The Son of man is come to seek, and to save that which is lost. 1 John 4.14. VVe have seen, and do testifie that the Father sent the Son to be the Saviour of the VVorld. John 3.17. God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world, but that the world through him might be saved.
and undone condition. 1 Tim. 1.15. This is a faithful saying, and worthy of all acceptation, that christ jesus Come into the world to save Sinners, of whom I am chief. Luk. 19.10. The Son of man is come to seek, and to save that which is lost. 1 John 4.14. We have seen, and do testify that the Father sent the Son to be the Saviour of the World. John 3.17. God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world, but that the world through him might be saved.
These general expressions to save the World, to save Sinners, to save that which was lost, opens a door of hope to such as can't see their interest in Christ,
These general expressions to save the World, to save Sinners, to save that which was lost, Opens a door of hope to such as can't see their Interest in christ,
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but see themselves lost Sinners, and hearing that the Father sent his Son to be the Saviour of the world, to save lost sinners, i• shews them that there is hope for their Souls, that they may obtain Salvation By Jesus Christ.
but see themselves lost Sinners, and hearing that the Father sent his Son to be the Saviour of the world, to save lost Sinners, i• shows them that there is hope for their Souls, that they may obtain Salvation By jesus christ.
2. The Lord Jesus Christ, who is the Saviour of the world, and who came into the world purposely to save sinners, is an all-sufficient Saviour, able to save unto the uttermost all that come unto God by him, Heb. 7.25. He is able to save them unto the uttermost that come unto God by him, seeing He ever liveth to make intercession for them.
2. The Lord jesus christ, who is the Saviour of the world, and who Come into the world purposely to save Sinners, is an All-sufficient Saviour, able to save unto the uttermost all that come unto God by him, Hebrew 7.25. He is able to save them unto the uttermost that come unto God by him, seeing He ever lives to make Intercession for them.
He is able to save to the uttermost, that is to save perfectly, to save eternally, to give all things requisite to Salvation, he is able to justifie, sanctifie,
He is able to save to the uttermost, that is to save perfectly, to save eternally, to give all things requisite to Salvation, he is able to justify, sanctify,
For his blood is available to take away the greatest sins of the greatest sinners in the whole world. John 1.29. Behold the Lamb of God that taketh away the sin of the world.
For his blood is available to take away the greatest Sins of the greatest Sinners in the Whole world. John 1.29. Behold the Lamb of God that Takes away the since of the world.
3. The Lord Jesus Christ inviteth, and calleth all distressed Persons in all places, that see themselves in a perishing undone condition, to look to him,
3. The Lord jesus christ Inviteth, and calls all distressed Persons in all places, that see themselves in a perishing undone condition, to look to him,
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That is, let all Persons from one end of the Earth to the other, that find a want of Salvation, look unto me, and I will save them. Matth. 11.28. Come unto me all ye that labour, and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
That is, let all Persons from one end of the Earth to the other, that find a want of Salvation, look unto me, and I will save them. Matthew 11.28. Come unto me all you that labour, and Are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
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5. We have God promises, yea, many promises, that he will give eternal life, and blessedness to all, whosoever they be that believe and trust in his Son, Ps. 2.12. Blessed are all they that put their trust in him. Joh. 3.16.
5. We have God promises, yea, many promises, that he will give Eternal life, and blessedness to all, whosoever they be that believe and trust in his Son, Ps. 2.12. Blessed Are all they that put their trust in him. John 3.16.
God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him, should not perish, but have everlasting life. Joh. 6.47. Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that believeth on me, hath everlasting life. §.
God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever Believeth in him, should not perish, but have everlasting life. John 6.47. Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that Believeth on me, hath everlasting life. §.
A. 1. It is true, that Christ sanctifieth all whom he saveth, for without Holiness, no man whatsoever shall see the Lord. Heb. 12.14. Follow peace with all men, and holiness, without which, no man shall see the Lord.
A. 1. It is true, that christ Sanctifieth all whom he Saveth, for without Holiness, no man whatsoever shall see the Lord. Hebrew 12.14. Follow peace with all men, and holiness, without which, no man shall see the Lord.
for our Lord Jesus telleth us expresly, that all that do not repent, shall surely perish. Luk. 13.3. I tell you nay, but except ye repent, ye shall all likewise perish.
for our Lord jesus Telleth us expressly, that all that do not Repent, shall surely perish. Luk. 13.3. I tell you nay, but except you Repent, you shall all likewise perish.
Spiritual desires are an argument of the Grace of God bestowed upon us. The gracious estate of the Servants of God is sometimes set out by their desires. Isa. 26.8. The desire of our Souls is to thee, and to the remembrance of thy name. Neh. 1.11.
Spiritual Desires Are an argument of the Grace of God bestowed upon us. The gracious estate of the Servants of God is sometime Set out by their Desires. Isaiah 26.8. The desire of our Souls is to thee, and to the remembrance of thy name. Neh 1.11.
when our desires of God, and the things of God exceed our desires of other things. Ps. 73.25. Whom have I in Heaven but thee, and there is none on Earth that I desire besides thee.
when our Desires of God, and the things of God exceed our Desires of other things. Ps. 73.25. Whom have I in Heaven but thee, and there is none on Earth that I desire beside thee.
Now if Christ be made of God unto us Sanctification, then we may, we ought to trust in Christ for Sanctification, as well as other Blessings. Ʋse last.
Now if christ be made of God unto us Sanctification, then we may, we ought to trust in christ for Sanctification, as well as other Blessings. Ʋse last.
A confirmation hereof we have in the example of this our deceased Sister, Mrs. Ellen Asty, who was a Mother in Israel; who was so much above the fear of Death, that when I was with her, a few days before she dyed, she used these expressions.
A confirmation hereof we have in the Exampl of this our deceased Sister, Mrs. Ellen Asty, who was a Mother in Israel; who was so much above the Fear of Death, that when I was with her, a few days before she died, she used these expressions.
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And having found abundance of comfort in her interest in Christ, she was desirous that this Text might be Preached on at her Funeral, My beloved is mine, and I am his, (I suppose) that others might be stirred up to get an interest in Christ,
And having found abundance of Comfort in her Interest in christ, she was desirous that this Text might be Preached on At her Funeral, My Beloved is mine, and I am his, (I suppose) that Others might be stirred up to get an Interest in christ,
