Plinies natural History to Vespatian. Our English History to King James; the small Treatise which Paulus Jovius wrote, De Rebus Turcicis, unto the great and mighty Emperour Charls the fifth;
Plinies natural History to Vespasian. Our English History to King James; the small Treatise which Paulus Jovius wrote, De Rebus Turcicis, unto the great and mighty Emperor Charls the fifth;
Surely Divine Histories then (such as this Treatise, The Acts of the Apostles which contain the Heroick acts of the Lords worthies in their combats with,
Surely Divine Histories then (such as this Treatise, The Acts of the Apostles which contain the Heroic acts of the lords worthies in their combats with,
and conquests over, not onely men and the world, but sin and Satan) deserve the eye and ear and hearts of a Noble Theophilus of great and small, of all men whatsoever.
and conquests over, not only men and the world, but since and Satan) deserve the eye and ear and hearts of a Noble Theophilus of great and small, of all men whatsoever.
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In the beginning of the book some particulars are mentioned of all the Apostles to Chap. 13. but it treats most largely of Pauls trials and travails in regard that as his conversion was most miraculous, so his conversation was most illustrious.
In the beginning of the book Some particulars Are mentioned of all the Apostles to Chap. 13. but it treats most largely of Paul's trials and travails in regard that as his conversion was most miraculous, so his Conversation was most illustrious.
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In this twentieth Chapter we have this famous Apostle in his fourth peregrination arriving at Miletus (a City upon the borders of Jonia and Caesaria, close by the shore of the Egean Sea) and sending thence for,
In this twentieth Chapter we have this famous Apostle in his fourth peregrination arriving At Miletus (a city upon the borders of Jonia and Caesarea, close by the shore of the Egean Sea) and sending thence for,
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and speaking to the Ephesian Elders. In his speech we may observe these four parts. First, His Vindication of himself, Ministers are bound not onely to look to their Consciences, but also to their Credits.
and speaking to the Ephesian Elders. In his speech we may observe these four parts. First, His Vindication of himself, Ministers Are bound not only to look to their Consciences, but also to their Credits.
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Naturalists tell us, if the Load-stone be rub'd with Garlick, it loseth its vertue; When the name of a Minister is contemptible, his Doctrine will be the less acceptable.
Naturalists tell us, if the Loadstone be rubbed with Garlic, it loses its virtue; When the name of a Minister is contemptible, his Doctrine will be the less acceptable.
The Apostle vindicateth himself. 1. As to the Integrity of his life, ye know from the first day that I came into Asia, after what manner I have been with you at all seasons, serving the Lord with all humility and with many tears.
The Apostle vindicateth himself. 1. As to the Integrity of his life, you know from the First day that I Come into Asia, After what manner I have been with you At all seasons, serving the Lord with all humility and with many tears.
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Secondly, His Exortation to them, As he taught them before by his pattern, so now by his Precepts, take heed to the flocks over which the holy Ghost hath made you overseers, vers. 28. Take heed, that is, let all your care and study be for your own and peoples welfare and prosperity,
Secondly, His Exhortation to them, As he taught them before by his pattern, so now by his Precepts, take heed to the flocks over which the holy Ghost hath made you Overseers, vers. 28. Take heed, that is, let all your care and study be for your own and peoples welfare and Prosperity,
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That unfaithfulness which is but felony against the charge of a subject, may be Treason when 'tis against the Charge of a Soveraign. O 'tis ill trifling with the most high Gods trust.
That unfaithfulness which is but felony against the charge of a Subject, may be Treason when it's against the Charge of a Sovereign. Oh it's ill trifling with the most high God's trust.
3. From the Peril their flock was in verse. 29, 30, 31. For I know that after my departing, shall greivous Wolves enter in among you, not sparing the flock;
3. From the Peril their flock was in verse. 29, 30, 31. For I know that After my departing, shall grievous Wolves enter in among you, not sparing the flock;
Thirdly, His Prediction of his future sufferings, 1. Propounded. And now behold I go bound in the spirit to Jerusalem, not knowing what shall befal me there, saving that the holy Ghost witnesseth that in every City, bonds and afflictions abide me, verse. 22, 23. Christians of all men must bear their Crosses, Ministers of all Christians must look to undergo miserie. And the more good a Minister hath, the more evil he must expect.
Thirdly, His Prediction of his future sufferings, 1. Propounded. And now behold I go bound in the Spirit to Jerusalem, not knowing what shall befall me there, Saving that the holy Ghost Witnesseth that in every city, bonds and afflictions abide me, verse. 22, 23. Christians of all men must bear their Crosses, Ministers of all Christians must look to undergo misery. And the more good a Minister hath, the more evil he must expect.
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the most fruitful meadows hear oftenest in the year of the Syth; Pious and laborious Paul was the chief Butt against which men and Devils shot. 2. Amplified, From the liberty it thereby denyed them of ever seeing Paul again And now behold, I know that ye all amongst whom I have gone Preaching the Kingdom of God, shall see my face no more.
the most fruitful meadows hear oftenest in the year of the Sith; Pious and laborious Paul was the chief Butt against which men and Devils shot. 2. Amplified, From the liberty it thereby denied them of ever seeing Paul again And now behold, I know that you all among whom I have gone Preaching the Kingdom of God, shall see my face no more.
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now at such a time for the flock to be without a guide, when the storm arose for the Vessell to be without a Pilot; when the Souldiers were to engage in hot service with enemies,
now At such a time for the flock to be without a guide, when the storm arose for the Vessel to be without a Pilot; when the Soldiers were to engage in hight service with enemies,
Fourthly, His Valediction to those Ephesian Elders in the words of the Text, And now Brethren I commend you to God and to the word of his grace, which is able to build you up,
Fourthly, His Valediction to those Ephesian Elders in the words of the Text, And now Brothers I commend you to God and to the word of his grace, which is able to built you up,
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but more of his love: this even relation is accompanied with great affection, Love as brethren, 1 Pet. 3.8. Love, like water, doth not easily ascend, but will run swiftly and pleasantly on even ground.
but more of his love: this even Relation is accompanied with great affection, Love as brothers, 1 Pet. 3.8. Love, like water, does not Easily ascend, but will run swiftly and pleasantly on even ground.
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since providence is parting us, I cannot better evidence my affection to you, or care of you then by committing you to him, from whom none can part you. And now Brethren I commend you to God.
since providence is parting us, I cannot better evidence my affection to you, or care of you then by committing you to him, from whom none can part you. And now Brothers I commend you to God.
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but in Scripture sence, besides the former acceptations, it sometimes signifieth to refer one to the care of another, Rom. 16.1. I commend to you Phebe our sister.
but in Scripture sense, beside the former acceptations, it sometime signifies to refer one to the care of Another, Rom. 16.1. I commend to you Phebe our sister.
The Covenant of Works which God made with Adam, and in him with all mankind was in some respects a Covenant of Grace, for God was not bound to promise man eternal felicity upon his perfect obedience,
The Covenant of Works which God made with Adam, and in him with all mankind was in Some respects a Covenant of Grace, for God was not bound to promise man Eternal felicity upon his perfect Obedience,
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But since mans Apostacy, and impossibility thereby of attaining happiness by his own works, God hath been pleased to accept of the perfect obedience of Jesus Christ, on the behalf of the beleiving, penitent Christian;
But since men Apostasy, and impossibility thereby of attaining happiness by his own works, God hath been pleased to accept of the perfect Obedience of jesus christ, on the behalf of the believing, penitent Christian;
The Law (as the case stands with man now) speaks nothing but fury and death, but the Gospel speaks favour and life; the Law wounds man with his blows, the Gospel heals him with its balsom;
The Law (as the case Stands with man now) speaks nothing but fury and death, but the Gospel speaks favour and life; the Law wounds man with his blows, the Gospel heals him with its Balsam;
But in the relation of a gracious father, and compassionate friend, which if ye doubt of, do but look into the Gospel, which is Heavens Court rouls transcribed, wherein ye may see the naked bowels of his good will,
But in the Relation of a gracious father, and compassionate friend, which if you doubt of, do but look into the Gospel, which is Heavens Court rouls transcribed, wherein you may see the naked bowels of his good will,
Which is able to build you up, ] These words with them that follow, are by Erasmus, according to our Translation refered to the word of his grace, but according to Beza and some others, God is the antecedent to this relative, who is able to build you up, &c. The reason of the doubt is,
Which is able to built you up, ] These words with them that follow, Are by Erasmus, according to our translation referred to the word of his grace, but according to Beza and Some Others, God is the antecedent to this relative, who is able to built you up, etc. The reason of the doubt is,
God is able to build them up, &c. and also the Gospel or word of his grace, is able to build them up, &c. God as the first cause, and principal efficient;
God is able to built them up, etc. and also the Gospel or word of his grace, is able to built them up, etc. God as the First cause, and principal efficient;
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and in the knowledge of Christ, and did therefore the more lament his loss, because he as a faithful Steward had furthered the welfare of their souls, by giving them their food in due season:
and in the knowledge of christ, and did Therefore the more lament his loss, Because he as a faithful Steward had furthered the welfare of their Souls, by giving them their food in due season:
The Apostle in his valedictory speech, commends them to that God, and to the word of his grace, which can answer both their requests, progress in holiness, and the possession of happiness;
The Apostle in his valedictory speech, commends them to that God, and to the word of his grace, which can answer both their requests, progress in holiness, and the possession of happiness;
Saints are heirs joynt-heirs with Christ (Rom. 8.17.) heaven is their proper and peculiar inheritance, the inheritance of the Saints in light, Col. 2. The Gospel or word of his grace purifieth and prepareth them for it,
Saints Are Heirs Joint heirs with christ (Rom. 8.17.) heaven is their proper and peculiar inheritance, the inheritance of the Saints in Light, Col. 2. The Gospel or word of his grace Purifieth and Prepareth them for it,
Glory is his free gift, Its your fathers pleasure to give you a Kingdom, Luk. 12.32. Among all them that are sanctified ] The Inhabitants of Heaven are all holy.
Glory is his free gift, Its your Father's pleasure to give you a Kingdom, Luk. 12.32. Among all them that Are sanctified ] The Inhabitants of Heaven Are all holy.
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since infinitely wise providence seeth fit to deprive you of my presence, and I know the groans of your spirits to be after a farther degree of sanctification here,
since infinitely wise providence sees fit to deprive you of my presence, and I know the groans of your spirits to be After a farther degree of sanctification Here,
and its consummation hereafter, I commit and commend you to God, through whose strength the word of his grace, is able to give you both growth in grace while ye live,
and its consummation hereafter, I commit and commend you to God, through whose strength the word of his grace, is able to give you both growth in grace while you live,
And now Brethren I commend you to God, and to the word of his grace, which is able to build you up and to give you an inheritance amongst all them that are sanctified.
And now Brothers I commend you to God, and to the word of his grace, which is able to built you up and to give you an inheritance among all them that Are sanctified.
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2. By the effects, which are two, 1. Proficiency, which is able to build you up, having laid the foundation, its able to increase the building of grace. 2. Perfection, its able to lay the topstone, and overlay it with glory.
2. By the effects, which Are two, 1. Proficiency, which is able to built you up, having laid the Foundation, its able to increase the building of grace. 2. Perfection, its able to lay the topstone, and overlay it with glory.
And to give you an inheritance among all them that are sanctified. 3ly. The Occasion or special season of this commendation, And now Brethren, No doubt Paul had many a time before commended them to God, Without ceasing he made mention always in his prayers;
And to give you an inheritance among all them that Are sanctified. 3ly. The Occasion or special season of this commendation, And now Brothers, No doubt Paul had many a time before commended them to God, Without ceasing he made mention always in his Prayers;
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The holy Apostle spendeth the greatest part of a Chapter in courteous salutations, which he would not have done had it be en either unlawful or unnecessary.
The holy Apostle spendeth the greatest part of a Chapter in courteous salutations, which he would not have done had it be en either unlawful or unnecessary.
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A gracious man prefers his low and civil actions into the high form of religion; wicked men debase actions that are sacred, and godly men advance actions that are civil.
A gracious man prefers his low and civil actions into the high from of Religion; wicked men debase actions that Are sacred, and godly men advance actions that Are civil.
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As the Iron Mine gives a tincture and relish of its own nature to all the waters which run through it, making them thereby more salubrious to our bodies;
As the Iron Mine gives a tincture and relish of its own nature to all the waters which run through it, making them thereby more salubrious to our bodies;
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and it was the custom of the primitive Christians to call all Brethen and Sisters of the same communion; they are brethren if we consider their relations;
and it was the custom of the primitive Christians to call all Brethren and Sisters of the same communion; they Are brothers if we Consider their relations;
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they have all the same Father, God, I will be to you a Father, and ye shall be my Sons and Daughters, saith the Lord Almighty, 2 Cor. 6.18. They are not onely adopted, but also begotten again or regenerated by the same God, Joh. 1.12. James 1.21. They are all children of the same Mother; Jerusalem which is above is free, the Mother of us all, Gal. 4.26. they suck the same breasts, Isa. 66.11. 1 Pet. 2.2. wear the same garments, and as they grow up feed at the same Table, and shall dwell together in the same house for ever.
they have all the same Father, God, I will be to you a Father, and you shall be my Sons and Daughters, Says the Lord Almighty, 2 Cor. 6.18. They Are not only adopted, but also begotten again or regenerated by the same God, John 1.12. James 1.21. They Are all children of the same Mother; Jerusalem which is above is free, the Mother of us all, Gal. 4.26. they suck the same breasts, Isaiah 66.11. 1 Pet. 2.2. wear the same garments, and as they grow up feed At the same Table, and shall dwell together in the same house for ever.
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They are united under the same Head, renewed with the same hearts, and travel to the same Heaven. They are brethren in regard of affection; the curtains of the tabernacle were joyned together with loops,
They Are united under the same Head, renewed with the same hearts, and travel to the same Heaven. They Are brothers in regard of affection; the curtains of the tabernacle were joined together with loops,
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Their desires are not confined within their own dwellings, but they reach thousands in their prayers, whom they can never reach on earth in their persons. For my brethren and companions sake, I will now say peace be within thee, Psal. 122.1. they sympathize in each others sufferings, and rejoyce in one anothers solace.
Their Desires Are not confined within their own dwellings, but they reach thousands in their Prayers, whom they can never reach on earth in their Persons. For my brothers and Sodales sake, I will now say peace be within thee, Psalm 122.1. they sympathise in each Others sufferings, and rejoice in one another's solace.
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The Law speaks in effect mans bottomless misery, but the Gospel speaks Gods boundless mercy; the Law is a Court of Justice, but the Gospel a Throne of Grace. Grace sits as Commander in cheif in the Gospel,
The Law speaks in Effect men bottomless misery, but the Gospel speaks God's boundless mercy; the Law is a Court of justice, but the Gospel a Throne of Grace. Grace sits as Commander in chief in the Gospel,
Chusing-grace, Calling-grace, Justifying-grace, and Glorifying-grace are all discovered in the Gospel, and therefore it may well be called the word of his grace.
Chusing-grace, Calling-grace, Justifying-grace, and Glorifying-grace Are all discovered in the Gospel, and Therefore it may well be called the word of his grace.
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that our parts of the world, like Gideons fleece should be wet with this dew when other parts are dry, this is meerly from Grace. I have caused it to rain on one City,
that our parts of the world, like Gideons fleece should be wet with this due when other parts Are dry, this is merely from Grace. I have caused it to rain on one city,
this rain of the Gospel which cooleth heat, melloweth the hearts, and cleanseth the unholy goeth by Coasts, Psa 147.19, 20. 3. Because the Gospel is the usual means of begeting grace.
this rain of the Gospel which cooleth heat, melloweth the hearts, and Cleanseth the unholy Goes by Coasts, Psa 147.19, 20. 3. Because the Gospel is the usual means of begetting grace.
As Manna fell about the Isrealites tents with the dew, so grace is distilled and dropt down with the Gospel. Many of the Jews heard the thunders of Sinai, the threatnings of the Law and were not moved;
As Manna fell about the Israelites tents with the due, so grace is distilled and dropped down with the Gospel. Many of the jews herd the Thunders of Sinai, the threatenings of the Law and were not moved;
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but the Baptist wins their children with the songs of Sion, the promises of the Gospel. Received ye the Spirit by the preaching of the law, or the hearing of faith.
but the Baptist wins their children with the songs of Sion, the promises of the Gospel. Received you the Spirit by the preaching of the law, or the hearing of faith.
The ice which is hardened by the cold, is melted with the Sun. When the murderers of our Saviour heard the Gospel, they were pricked to the heart Acts 2.37. The hard flint is broken upon the soft pillow.
The ice which is hardened by the cold, is melted with the Sun. When the murderers of our Saviour herd the Gospel, they were pricked to the heart Acts 2.37. The hard flint is broken upon the soft pillow.
I have begotten you through my Gospel, and built up by the same, 1 Pet. 2.2. As new born babes desire the sincere milk of the Word, that ye may grow thereby.
I have begotten you through my Gospel, and built up by the same, 1 Pet. 2.2. As new born babes desire the sincere milk of the Word, that you may grow thereby.
and also like Joshua bring him into Canaan, the land of promise. Its called the grace of God which bringeth salvation, Tit. 2.11. It bringeth salvation to man, and it bringeth man to salvation.
and also like joshua bring him into Canaan, the land of promise. Its called the grace of God which brings salvation, Tit. 2.11. It brings salvation to man, and it brings man to salvation.
Saints are all Gods Sons, and his Sons are all first born, and so Heirs. Gods natural Son is his natural Heir, but his adopted Sons are his adopted Heirs,
Saints Are all God's Sons, and his Sons Are all First born, and so Heirs. God's natural Son is his natural Heir, but his adopted Sons Are his adopted Heirs,
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All that are there, are admitted into Gods immediate service, and will so great a King be served in unclean vessels, dirty feet are not for Royal presence Chambers.
All that Are there, Are admitted into God's immediate service, and will so great a King be served in unclean vessels, dirty feet Are not for Royal presence Chambers.
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The Doctrine which I intend to prosecute, and which will include, the substance of the verse is this, The Doctrine, That the greatest good a Pastor can do for his Brethren whom he must leave, is to commend them to God:
The Doctrine which I intend to prosecute, and which will include, the substance of the verse is this, The Doctrine, That the greatest good a Pastor can do for his Brothers whom he must leave, is to commend them to God:
and in the close of the Sermon briefly touch the Channel of the Gospel, which he hath cut out as the means of conveying his blessings to the Children of men.
and in the close of the Sermon briefly touch the Channel of the Gospel, which he hath Cut out as the means of conveying his blessings to the Children of men.
That its the practice, duty, and greatest kindness of Chistians to commit their friends to God, is visible in the Scriptures, Paul and Barnabas when they came to Derbe, commended the Brethren to the Lord, on whom they beleived, Acts 14.23.
That its the practice, duty, and greatest kindness of Christians to commit their Friends to God, is visible in the Scriptures, Paul and Barnabas when they Come to Derbe, commended the Brothers to the Lord, on whom they believed, Acts 14.23.
When Old Jacob was to dye, he commends his Children to the living God, Gen. 48.15, 16. and 49. before Moses left the Israelites in his Swan-like Song, Deut. Chap. 32, and 33. he doth not onely command them Gods precept,
When Old Jacob was to die, he commends his Children to the living God, Gen. 48.15, 16. and 49. before Moses left the Israelites in his Swanlike Song, Deuteronomy Chap. 32, and 33. he does not only command them God's precept,
and go to the Father, would not leave his Disciples fatherless. He knew the hearts of his servants were heavy, that their Master was to be taken from their head, alas!
and go to the Father, would not leave his Disciples fatherless. He knew the hearts of his Servants were heavy, that their Master was to be taken from their head, alas!
how pathetically doth he intreat his Father to take the care and charge of them. Father keep them, Holy Father keep them, as if he could never speak it enough.
how pathetically does he entreat his Father to take the care and charge of them. Father keep them, Holy Father keep them, as if he could never speak it enough.
and by putting up prayers to God for them Aaron this wise shall ye bless the people, saying unto them, The Lord bless shee, and keep thee, Numb. 6.23. We bless them when we beg of God to bless them.
and by putting up Prayers to God for them Aaron this wise shall you bless the people, saying unto them, The Lord bless she, and keep thee, Numb. 6.23. We bless them when we beg of God to bless them.
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God blesseth imperatorie, by commanding a blessing on men; There the Lord commanded his blessing, even life for evermore, Psal. 133.3. Ministers bless impetratorie, by commending them to Gods blessing.
God Blesses imperatory, by commanding a blessing on men; There the Lord commanded his blessing, even life for evermore, Psalm 133.3. Ministers bless impetratory, by commending them to God's blessing.
Gods blessing is operative, his benedicere est benefacere; our blessing is optative onely; we wish the blessing, and that's all, but God can work the blessing.
God's blessing is operative, his benedicere est benefacere; our blessing is optative only; we wish the blessing, and that's all, but God can work the blessing.
If we observe it well we shall finde that each of them is sented with this sweet perfume, Rom. 1.9. and 15.13. and 16.24. 1 Cor: 1.3, 4. and 16.23. 2 Cor: 1.2, 3. and ult: ult: Gal: 1.3.
If we observe it well we shall find that each of them is scented with this sweet perfume, Rom. 1.9. and 15.13. and 16.24. 1 Cor: 1.3, 4. and 16.23. 2 Cor: 1.2, 3. and ult: ult: Gall: 1.3.
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Heb: 13: 21, 22. Prayer was his salutation, and prayer was his conclusion; nay as some persons of quality seal all their letters with their coats of Arms, so the holy Apostle all his Epistles with prayer for the persons to whom he wrote,
Hebrew: 13: 21, 22. Prayer was his salutation, and prayer was his conclusion; nay as Some Persons of quality seal all their letters with their coats of Arms, so the holy Apostle all his Epistles with prayer for the Persons to whom he wrote,
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and gives us leave to look on all as forged where this mark was missing; The salutation of Paul, with mine own hand, which is the token in euery Epistle, so I write;
and gives us leave to look on all as forged where this mark was missing; The salutation of Paul, with mine own hand, which is the token in every Epistle, so I write;
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But there are some persons which Ministers must in a special manner commend to God in their prayers; namely, the people which God hath committed to their special charge, A good House-keeper will releive and help his neighbours and strangers, but he hath a greater regard,
But there Are Some Persons which Ministers must in a special manner commend to God in their Prayers; namely, the people which God hath committed to their special charge, A good Housekeeper will relieve and help his neighbours and Strangers, but he hath a greater regard,
like Sir Francis Drakes ship must incompass the whole World, even all in the land of the living that have not sinned the sin unto death; I will that supplications and prayers be made for all men, 1 Tim: 2.1. The higher a man is, the further he seeth, and the richer a man is, the more he releiveth;
like Sir Francis Drakes ship must encompass the Whole World, even all in the land of the living that have not sinned the since unto death; I will that supplications and Prayers be made for all men, 1 Tim: 2.1. The higher a man is, the further he sees, and the Richer a man is, the more he releiveth;
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the higher a man is in holiness, the further he seeth into others indigencies, and the richer he is in grace, the more he by prayer begs the releif of their necessities.
the higher a man is in holiness, the further he sees into Others Indigencies, and the Richer he is in grace, the more he by prayer begs the relief of their necessities.
and to beg the influence of heaven, for the refreshing and ripening the fruits thereof; Praying always with all prayers for all Saints, Ephes: 6.18. the tongue may well pray for the other members of the same body; Christ hath taught us this in that Prayer of prayers, as a Father calleth it.
and to beg the influence of heaven, for the refreshing and ripening the fruits thereof; Praying always with all Prayers for all Saints, Ephesians: 6.18. the tongue may well pray for the other members of the same body; christ hath taught us this in that Prayer of Prayers, as a Father calls it.
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Prayer is a debt, God forbid that I should sin in ceasing to pray for you, saith Samuel, and and in regard of our particular parishes, a Bond, a specially. We are bound to thank God always for you, 2 Thess: 1.3. The Ministers prayers as well as his parts are the common stock of the parish, in which all have a share.
Prayer is a debt, God forbid that I should sin in ceasing to pray for you, Says Samuel, and and in regard of our particular Parishes, a Bound, a specially. We Are bound to thank God always for you, 2 Thess: 1.3. The Ministers Prayers as well as his parts Are the Common stock of the parish, in which all have a share.
Secondly, By a fiducial expectation of good, or by faith, we commend our business to a friend when we cast on him the care of it, and trust him with it;
Secondly, By a fiducial expectation of good, or by faith, we commend our business to a friend when we cast on him the care of it, and trust him with it;
but faith easeth our hearts by committing them into safer hands; The burden of all the Churches lay on Paul, and surely twas heavy enough to have broken his back, had he not learned the art of faith, by which he removed it to stronger shoulders.
but faith eases our hearts by committing them into safer hands; The burden of all the Churches lay on Paul, and surely it heavy enough to have broken his back, had he not learned the art of faith, by which he removed it to Stronger shoulders.
Cast thy burden on the Lord and he shall sustain thee, Psa. 55.22. Here is our charge, and our discharge. Our Charge is, to cast our burden on the Lord;
Cast thy burden on the Lord and he shall sustain thee, Psa. 55.22. Here is our charge, and our discharge. Our Charge is, to cast our burden on the Lord;
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I thank my God upon every remembrance of you always in every prayer of mine, making request with joy, 1 Phil. 3.4, 5. But mark how he enliveneth his prayer by the soul of faith, knowing that without it, twould be but a dead Corps.
I thank my God upon every remembrance of you always in every prayer of mine, making request with joy, 1 Philip 3.4, 5. But mark how he enliveneth his prayer by the soul of faith, knowing that without it, would be but a dead Corpse.
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, vers. 6. Our prayers for our people will be to little purpose, if faith be not joyned with them.
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, vers. 6. Our Prayers for our people will be to little purpose, if faith be not joined with them.
When God had acquainted Abraham with his intention to destroy Sodom, Abraham sensible of his Nephews danger, commends him to God by prayer and by faith, Gen. 18.23. now mark the issue, God remembred Abraham, and brought Lot out of Sodom, Gen. 19.29. Abrahams prayer hit the mark at which it aimed, but tis because the eye of faith leveld the Arrow.
When God had acquainted Abraham with his intention to destroy Sodom, Abraham sensible of his Nephews danger, commends him to God by prayer and by faith, Gen. 18.23. now mark the issue, God remembered Abraham, and brought Lot out of Sodom, Gen. 19.29. Abrahams prayer hit the mark At which it aimed, but this Because the eye of faith leveled the Arrow.
and therefore they could not but conquer, 2 Cron. 13. He that prayeth for himself and not for others, is fitly compared to an Hedghog who laps himself within his own soft down, and turns his brissels to all the World beside.
and Therefore they could not but conquer, 2 Cron. 13. He that Prayeth for himself and not for Others, is fitly compared to an Hedgehog who laps himself within his own soft down, and turns his brissels to all the World beside.
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Gods propriety in them, the Worlds enmity against them, and their own impotency, do all require that they should be commended to Gods care and charge.
God's propriety in them, the World's enmity against them, and their own impotency, do all require that they should be commended to God's care and charge.
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I shall now shew the necessity of commending them to God, that its the greatest good will appear in the Ʋse, because he is the most able, loving and faithful friend.
I shall now show the necessity of commending them to God, that its the greatest good will appear in the Ʋse, Because he is the most able, loving and faithful friend.
the fearful Hen which hath nothing but flight to secure her self from the Dog, will yet hazard a duel against the Kite, to protect her little Chickens.
the fearful Hen which hath nothing but flight to secure her self from the Dog, will yet hazard a duel against the Kite, to Pact her little Chickens.
Men in a flame will venture far to secure their own jewels. Nabath would hazard & lose his life, rather then part with his own portion. What cost will some be at,
Men in a flame will venture Far to secure their own Jewels. Naboth would hazard & loose his life, rather then part with his own portion. What cost will Some be At,
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He is upon this account the preserver of man and beast, but his special providence is exercised about them in whom he hath a special propriety. The Saints are his NONLATINALPHABET, peculiar people, & therefore he hath over them a peculiar protection. Hence his peculiar care is compared to a Bird flying over the Nest, where her young ones are, Isa. 31.5. He abhors him as an infidel, who doth not provide for his own, surely then he will take care of his own himself.
He is upon this account the preserver of man and beast, but his special providence is exercised about them in whom he hath a special propriety. The Saints Are his, peculiar people, & Therefore he hath over them a peculiar protection. Hence his peculiar care is compared to a Bird flying over the Nest, where her young ones Are, Isaiah 31.5. He abhors him as an infidel, who does not provide for his own, surely then he will take care of his own himself.
because it is their own wealth, therefore they work hard to increase it, God hath a propriety in his people, they are his by Election. The new creature was conceived in Gods eternal purpose before he was born; they are his by redemption, he paid an infinite price for them;
Because it is their own wealth, Therefore they work hard to increase it, God hath a propriety in his people, they Are his by Election. The new creature was conceived in God's Eternal purpose before he was born; they Are his by redemption, he paid an infinite price for them;
I am thine, save me, Psa. 119.94. and therefore he affords them his special and gracious presence, Israel is holiness to the Lord, the first fruits of his increase;
I am thine, save me, Psa. 119.94. and Therefore he affords them his special and gracious presence, Israel is holiness to the Lord, the First fruits of his increase;
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and the World hath hated them because they are not of the world, even as I am not of the World, Joh. 17.14. Father keep thy Children, for they are surrounded with a wicked World, whose tender mercies are cruelties. Alas!
and the World hath hated them Because they Are not of the world, even as I am not of the World, John 17.14. Father keep thy Children, for they Are surrounded with a wicked World, whose tender Mercies Are cruelties. Alas!
then come near the boughs of a wild Ash: but there is a greater antipathy between the seed of the woman, and the seed of the Serpent. An unjust man is abomination to the just,
then come near the boughs of a wild Ash: but there is a greater antipathy between the seed of the woman, and the seed of the Serpent. an unjust man is abomination to the just,
ult. The Eagle saith the Philosopher hath continually enmity with the Dragon and Serpent. Saints are Eagles, they have enmity with the Serpentine brood,
ult. The Eagl Says the Philosopher hath continually enmity with the Dragon and Serpent. Saints Are Eagles, they have enmity with the Serpentine brood,
their rage is so great, that were their power answerable to their malice, they would cut Israel off from being a people, that the name thereof might be had no more in remembrance.
their rage is so great, that were their power answerable to their malice, they would Cut Israel off from being a people, that the name thereof might be had no more in remembrance.
and wrath, enmity and cruelty against the Saints? and that is, because they are Saints; Wherefore did Cain imbrue his hands in his own Brothers blood;
and wrath, enmity and cruelty against the Saints? and that is, Because they Are Saints; Wherefore did Cain imbrue his hands in his own Brother's blood;
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Because his own works were evil, and his brothers righteous, 1 Joh: 3.12. The light is burdensom and greivous to Owls and Bats, and all night Birds, the light of a Saints holiness is offensive to sinners, that are used onely to the deeds of darkness;
Because his own works were evil, and his Brother's righteous, 1 John: 3.12. The Light is burdensome and grievous to Owls and Bats, and all night Birds, the Light of a Saints holiness is offensive to Sinners, that Are used only to the Deeds of darkness;
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With God the fatherless find mercy, Hos. 14.3. Those that are Orphans, want a Guardian. Children which cannot go alone, need their Mothers helping hand.
With God the fatherless find mercy, Hos. 14.3. Those that Are Orphans, want a Guardian. Children which cannot go alone, need their Mother's helping hand.
Though Peter seemed so resolute and valiant a Captain (as to go before all the Apostles in courage) yet when Christ did but for an hour or two withdraw,
Though Peter seemed so resolute and valiant a Captain (as to go before all the Apostles in courage) yet when christ did but for an hour or two withdraw,
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All our power for sacred performances is wholly from another. Not that we are sufficient of our selves to think any thing, 2 Cor. 3.5. To think (we suppose) is an easie thing, but unless God help it is too hard for us;
All our power for sacred performances is wholly from Another. Not that we Are sufficient of our selves to think any thing, 2 Cor. 3.5. To think (we suppose) is an easy thing, but unless God help it is too hard for us;
if Pillars cannot stand of themselves, much less can weak Reeds. Having spoken somewhat in the Explication, I shall proceed to the Application of the Point.
if Pillars cannot stand of themselves, much less can weak Reeds. Having spoken somewhat in the Explication, I shall proceed to the Application of the Point.
the mouth of some indeed, like Rabshekahs are full of raylings, and their tongues are even black with blasphemies against God and his people, (though their curses are but like false fire which may flash a little,
the Mouth of Some indeed, like Rabshakehs Are full of railings, and their tongues Are even black with Blasphemies against God and his people, (though their curses Are but like false fire which may flash a little,
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Some Ministers are Ministers of Satan, all their business is to accuse the Brethren, they are the Saints enemies because they follow the thing that good is;
some Ministers Are Ministers of Satan, all their business is to accuse the Brothers, they Are the Saints enemies Because they follow the thing that good is;
for her bowels yearned towards her Child, 1 Kings 3.26: Ministers are called Fathers, and their people their Children: Wicked Ministers are false Fathers, and cares not what becomes of their children;
for her bowels yearned towards her Child, 1 Kings 3.26: Ministers Are called Father's, and their people their Children: Wicked Ministers Are false Father's, and Cares not what becomes of their children;
But godly Ministers, like true Fathers, endeavour by all means the wellfare of their children; they cry out with Hagar, How can I see the death of my child!
But godly Ministers, like true Father's, endeavour by all means the welfare of their children; they cry out with Hagar, How can I see the death of my child!
Christ prayeth for them in heaven, Christians pray for them on earth, how rich must they needs be who have a stock in such faithful hands employed for their use in both worlds.
christ Prayeth for them in heaven, Christians pray for them on earth, how rich must they needs be who have a stock in such faithful hands employed for their use in both world's.
For what nation is there so great? saith Moses Deut. 4.7. They that consider Israels outward condition may somewhat wonder how Israel should be glorious beyond all comparison.
For what Nation is there so great? Says Moses Deuteronomy 4.7. They that Consider Israel's outward condition may somewhat wonder how Israel should be glorious beyond all comparison.
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their cloaths must grow with their bodies, and not wear out neither, or they must go naked; they had not an house to hide their heads in, but some slender tents;
their clothes must grow with their bodies, and not wear out neither, or they must go naked; they had not an house to hide their Heads in, but Some slender tents;
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For what nation is their so great which hath God so nigh unto them, as the Lord our God is in all things we call upon him for? Other Nations might excell them in number, in treasure, in creatures;
For what Nation is their so great which hath God so High unto them, as the Lord our God is in all things we call upon him for? Other nations might excel them in number, in treasure, in creatures;
but every Nation was inferior to them, because no Nation had God so near them. Tis the near approach of this Sun that causeth a Spring and Summer of light and gladness, of warmth and delights.
but every nation was inferior to them, Because no nation had God so near them. This the near approach of this Sun that Causes a Spring and Summer of Light and gladness, of warmth and delights.
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Many Pastors have destroyed my vineyard, they have made my pleasant portion, a desolate Wilderness, v. 10. When this fence is removed, the vineyard is quicky destroyed.
Many Pastors have destroyed my vineyard, they have made my pleasant portion, a desolate Wilderness, v. 10. When this fence is removed, the vineyard is quicky destroyed.
When David would pray his worst against the Churches enemies, what doth he beg? Let them be confounded, Psal. 12.5. or disappointed in all their designs;
When David would pray his worst against the Churches enemies, what does he beg? Let them be confounded, Psalm 12.5. or disappointed in all their designs;
this is much, to conceive with sorrow, and to have hard labour, and then to bring forth nothing. Let them be as the grass upon the house top, which withereth before it be grown up, vers. 6. Let them perish speedily, suddenly, and irrecoverably; this is more.
this is much, to conceive with sorrow, and to have hard labour, and then to bring forth nothing. Let them be as the grass upon the house top, which withereth before it be grown up, vers. 6. Let them perish speedily, suddenly, and irrecoverably; this is more.
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ult. (which the Psalmist addeth as an amplification of the latter) Neither let them that go by, say, The blessing of the Lord be upon you; this is worst of all.
ult. (which the Psalmist adds as an amplification of the latter) Neither let them that go by, say, The blessing of the Lord be upon you; this is worst of all.
so whatsoever comforts any man enjoyeth if God be wanting, he is miserably woful. Its Seneca's observation of Alexander, He overcame the Persians, but he slew Calistines;
so whatsoever comforts any man Enjoyeth if God be wanting, he is miserably woeful. Its Seneca's observation of Alexander, He overcame the Persians, but he slew Calistines;
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and thy Tabernacles O Israel, Numb. 24.5. He speaks both by way of interrogation and admiration; their tents were so comely, and their tabernacles so lovely, that their very enemy was affected and ravished with them.
and thy Tabernacles Oh Israel, Numb. 24.5. He speaks both by Way of interrogation and admiration; their tents were so comely, and their Tabernacles so lovely, that their very enemy was affected and ravished with them.
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The Lord their God is with them, the shout of a King is amongst them. The new temple which the spirit of God describeth so exactly in its various dimensions,
The Lord their God is with them, the shout of a King is among them. The new temple which the Spirit of God Describeth so exactly in its various dimensions,
And I will send an Angel before thee, and I will drive out the Canaanite, and the Amorite, and the Hitite, and the Perizite, for I will not go up in the midst of thee,
And I will send an Angel before thee, and I will drive out the Canaanite, and the Amorite, and the Hitite, and the Perizzite, for I will not go up in the midst of thee,
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and no man did put on his ornaments, vers. 4. What evil tidings were here, 1. To have an Angel their guide and guardian, I will send an Angel before thee, surely that nurse would have been very tender of his Lords Son, his first born. 2. To have all their enemies conquered, and I will drive out the Canaanite;
and no man did put on his Ornament, vers. 4. What evil tidings were Here, 1. To have an Angel their guide and guardian, I will send an Angel before thee, surely that nurse would have been very tender of his lords Son, his First born. 2. To have all their enemies conquered, and I will drive out the Canaanite;
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might not Israel march along without fear, when God had engaged that all their foes should be thrown at their feet? 3. To be conducted to the goodliest country under the cope of Heaven.
might not Israel march along without Fear, when God had engaged that all their foes should be thrown At their feet? 3. To be conducted to the Goodliest country under the cope of Heaven.
would not thousands have valued such a promise at an high price? What was there in all this, which called for mourning, that the Israelites take it so heavily,
would not thousands have valued such a promise At an high price? What was there in all this, which called for mourning, that the Israelites take it so heavily,
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Lord, its better to be in an howling, barren wilderness with thy presence, then in Canaan without thee. Tis not a glorious Angels being our Captain which can give us true comfort;
Lord, its better to be in an howling, barren Wilderness with thy presence, then in Canaan without thee. This not a glorious Angels being our Captain which can give us true Comfort;
if thou leave us, all our Isaacks (do they promise us never so much joy or laughter) are Benonis, Sons of our sorrows, and Ichabods, the glory, the honour, the happiness is departed from Israel, if thy presence go not with us, carry us not hence.
if thou leave us, all our Isaacs (do they promise us never so much joy or laughter) Are Benonis, Sons of our sorrows, and Ichabods, the glory, the honour, the happiness is departed from Israel, if thy presence go not with us, carry us not hence.
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Beloved friends, I esteem it my duty and priviledge that I may write after the Apostles pious copy, ye are the people to which I was first called to be a Pastor,
beloved Friends, I esteem it my duty and privilege that I may write After the Apostles pious copy, you Are the people to which I was First called to be a Pastor,
though opportunity hath sometimes been offered for greater preferment, yet I still waved all thoughts of leaving my first love and removal to any other Parish.
though opportunity hath sometime been offered for greater preferment, yet I still waved all thoughts of leaving my First love and removal to any other Parish.
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and laboured in vain, some have acknowledged that they are the seals of my Ministry; Others, that God hath made me instrumental for their increase in grace.
and laboured in vain, Some have acknowledged that they Are the Seals of my Ministry; Others, that God hath made me instrumental for their increase in grace.
O how speechless will they be at the day of Christ, who after so many years publique and private preaching of the word to them shall be found in a Christless, graceless estate;
O how speechless will they be At the day of christ, who After so many Years public and private preaching of the word to them shall be found in a Christless, graceless estate;
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Besides, that I enjoyed more of God in his Ordinances amongst you then ever I have enjoyed all my life, I cannot but acknowledge that many of you have had much hearty kindness and respect for me, not onely above my deserts,
Beside, that I enjoyed more of God in his Ordinances among you then ever I have enjoyed all my life, I cannot but acknowledge that many of you have had much hearty kindness and respect for me, not only above my deserts,
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I may say as Paul did, my joy was the joy of you all (that feared God) but now the providence of God is parting us, I know not better how to speak my love and faithfulness to you then by imitating this holy pattern in the Text,
I may say as Paul did, my joy was the joy of you all (that feared God) but now the providence of God is parting us, I know not better how to speak my love and faithfulness to you then by imitating this holy pattern in the Text,
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do you desire no more said Alexander? No, saith he, All is in that one word (Plut.) If it were demanded of you, to whom ye would be commended, I hope ye would answer, to God; for ye cannot but know that all good is in one God.
do you desire no more said Alexander? No, Says he, All is in that one word (Plutarch) If it were demanded of you, to whom you would be commended, I hope you would answer, to God; for you cannot but know that all good is in one God.
The Covenant of grace is a rich mercy, to which all the Crowns and Empires in the World are but Nits and nothings; but this is the Sun which makes that Heaven so glorious, this is the sum and substance of it;
The Covenant of grace is a rich mercy, to which all the Crowns and Empires in the World Are but Nits and nothings; but this is the Sun which makes that Heaven so glorious, this is the sum and substance of it;
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It was a noble end that was in the eye of such an agent, but it was no more then to beg and buye of God, to take care of man whom for his rebellion he had cast off.
It was a noble end that was in the eye of such an agent, but it was no more then to beg and buy of God, to take care of man whom for his rebellion he had cast off.
He suffered the just, for the unjust, to bring us to God. 1 Pet. 3.18. Living David, when his soul was amongst Lyons, and ready to be torn in peiees every hour, commits it into Gods hands;
He suffered the just, for the unjust, to bring us to God. 1 Pet. 3.18. Living David, when his soul was among Lyons, and ready to be torn in peiees every hour, commits it into God's hands;
Into thy hands Lord, I commit my spirit, Psa. 31.4. The dying Redeemer, who knew the worth of that inestimable jewel, his own soul by the price which he paid for the souls of others, desired no other Cabinet to have it laid up in, Father into thy hands I commend my spirit.
Into thy hands Lord, I commit my Spirit, Psa. 31.4. The dying Redeemer, who knew the worth of that inestimable jewel, his own soul by the price which he paid for the Souls of Others, desired no other Cabinet to have it laid up in, Father into thy hands I commend my Spirit.
If I had the strongest ingagement to you imaginable, and the greatest obligations possible, I could do no more, I need do no more then to commend you to God.
If I had the Strongest engagement to you imaginable, and the greatest obligations possible, I could do no more, I need do no more then to commend you to God.
and it be clean over head. If in the light of a Kings countenance there be life and his favour be (quickening and refreshing) as a cloud of the latter rain;
and it be clean over head. If in the Light of a Kings countenance there be life and his favour be (quickening and refreshing) as a cloud of the latter rain;
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so the Church, cause thy face to shine upon thy servants, and we shall be saved, Psa. 80. Beleivers who love their neighbors as themselves can desire nothing better or greater.
so the Church, cause thy face to shine upon thy Servants, and we shall be saved, Psa. 80. Believers who love their neighbours as themselves can desire nothing better or greater.
Joseph loved Benjamin entirely ( his bewels yearned upon his brother, Gen. 43.29, 30.) But how doth he shew it? what doth he request for him? God be gracious to thee my son.
Joseph loved Benjamin entirely (his bewels yearned upon his brother, Gen. 43.29, 30.) But how does he show it? what does he request for him? God be gracious to thee my son.
and would sum up all his prayers into one petition, this is it, The Lord make his face to shine upon his Sanctuary that is desolate for the Lords sake, Dan. 9.17.
and would sum up all his Prayers into one petition, this is it, The Lord make his face to shine upon his Sanctuary that is desolate for the lords sake, Dan. 9.17.
but its an infinite condescention in the glorious God, yet this Office he is pleased to take upon him, To be Keeper of his Saints heads, or their Head keeper for ever. Nay he is known by this name, He that keepeth Israel: And if you would know how he keepeth them, truly so diligently that he saith, I keep it night and day (they are every moment within the view of his favourable eye,
but its an infinite condescension in the glorious God, yet this Office he is pleased to take upon him, To be Keeper of his Saints Heads, or their Head keeper for ever. Nay he is known by this name, He that Keepeth Israel: And if you would know how he Keepeth them, truly so diligently that he Says, I keep it night and day (they Are every moment within the view of his favourable eye,
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and under the guard of his Almighty arm) Isa. 27.4. and so tenderly, that he is said to keep them as the apple of his eye, Zach. 2.8. which is the tenderest peice (the Chrystaline humour, say Naturalists) of the tenderest part of mans body;
and under the guard of his Almighty arm) Isaiah 27.4. and so tenderly, that he is said to keep them as the apple of his eye, Zach 2.8. which is the Tenderest piece (the Crystalline humour, say Naturalists) of the Tenderest part of men body;
Gods providence extendeth to all his creatures, its like the Sun, of universal influence, but in a special manner its operative for the safety of his Saints.
God's providence extendeth to all his creatures, its like the Sun, of universal influence, but in a special manner its operative for the safety of his Saints.
He is the Saviour of all men (that is in respect of preservation, or temporary salvation) but especially of them that beleeve, 1 Tim. 4. Godly men are compared to wheat, wicked men to chaff: Good Husbands will not spoil their chaff, but they are specially careful of their good corn. When a fire breaketh out, God may leave sinners,
He is the Saviour of all men (that is in respect of preservation, or temporary salvation) but especially of them that believe, 1 Tim. 4. Godly men Are compared to wheat, wicked men to chaff: Good Husbands will not spoil their chaff, but they Are specially careful of their good corn. When a fire breaks out, God may leave Sinners,
The eyes of the Lord run too and fro through the whole earth, to shew himself strong on the behalf of them whose heart is perfect towards him, 2 Chron. 16.9. The words contain, 1. The universality of Gods Providence;
The eyes of the Lord run too and from through the Whole earth, to show himself strong on the behalf of them whose heart is perfect towards him, 2 Chronicles 16.9. The words contain, 1. The universality of God's Providence;
his eyes walk the rounds, as Satans feet go tound fro through the whole earth to devoure, so Gods eyes run to and fro through the whole earth to defend. Diana's Temple was burnt down when she was busie at Alexanders birth,
his eyes walk the rounds, as Satan feet go tound from through the Whole earth to devour, so God's eyes run to and from through the Whole earth to defend. Diana's Temple was burned down when she was busy At Alexanders birth,
2. The efficacy of his Providence, to shew himself strong; God fights with his eyes as well as his hands, he doth not only see the peoples dangers, but save them from it.
2. The efficacy of his Providence, to show himself strong; God fights with his eyes as well as his hands, he does not only see the peoples dangers, but save them from it.
When the Philosopher in a starry night was in danger of shipwrack, he cried out, Surely I shall not perish, there are so many eyes of providence over me.
When the Philosopher in a starry night was in danger of shipwreck, he cried out, Surely I shall not perish, there Are so many eyes of providence over me.
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If God forsake a people every enemy and evil will quickly finde them. They are bread for us, for their defence is departed from them, Numb. 14.9. The out-lying Deer are shot while they within the pale are safe.
If God forsake a people every enemy and evil will quickly find them. They Are bred for us, for their defence is departed from them, Numb. 14.9. The outlying Deer Are shot while they within the pale Are safe.
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if trials and troubles come, run under the shelter of this shield, if he doth not prevent the evil of affliction, he will protect you from the evil in affliction. When the City of Sechem was taken, the inhabitants fled to the Tower.
if trials and Troubles come, run under the shelter of this shield, if he does not prevent the evil of affliction, he will Pact you from the evil in affliction. When the city of Shechem was taken, the inhabitants fled to the Tower.
Now to this God whose power is an alsufficient shelter, and whose special providence is sure protection, at whose beck and bidding are all creatures in heaven and earth, who hath infinite wisdom to direct you,
Now to this God whose power is an All-sufficient shelter, and whose special providence is sure protection, At whose beck and bidding Are all creatures in heaven and earth, who hath infinite Wisdom to Direct you,
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and infinite strength to support you, I commend you, and my prayer shall be, The Lord preserve you from all evil, the Lord preserve your soul, the Lord preserve you in your goings out,
and infinite strength to support you, I commend you, and my prayer shall be, The Lord preserve you from all evil, the Lord preserve your soul, the Lord preserve you in your goings out,
Except the Lord build the house, they labour but in vain that build it, Psa. 127.1. Its lost labour to undertake the keeping up that house which God will have pulled down.
Except the Lord built the house, they labour but in vain that built it, Psa. 127.1. Its lost labour to undertake the keeping up that house which God will have pulled down.
Tis to no purpose to Plow that field which God will have lye Fallow. Neither men can help you in civil things, nor the means of grace in spirituals, unless God afford his assistance.
This to no purpose to Blow that field which God will have lie Fallow. Neither men can help you in civil things, nor the means of grace in spirituals, unless God afford his assistance.
He is the primum mobile, which sets all the other Orbs in motion. Its said of David, that he prospered whither soever Saul sent him, 1 Cron. 11.9. but what was the spring of the watch, which caused all the wheels to move so regularly? For God was with him;
He is the primum mobile, which sets all the other Orbs in motion. Its said of David, that he prospered whither soever Saul sent him, 1 Cron. 11.9. but what was the spring of the watch, which caused all the wheels to move so regularly? For God was with him;
His blessing can turn not onely Water into Wine, temporal mercies into spiritual benefits, but even poison into wholsom food, every stone thrown at you by your enemies into a precious stone; he can cause the wrath of men (as the hunter useth the rage of the Dogs for his own ends) to work, not onely for his praise, but also for your profit;
His blessing can turn not only Water into Wine, temporal Mercies into spiritual benefits, but even poison into wholesome food, every stone thrown At you by your enemies into a precious stone; he can cause the wrath of men (as the hunter uses the rage of the Dogs for his own ends) to work, not only for his praise, but also for your profit;
but what is it then to have God for your friend, who can command all things, God is able to do more for you then you can ask or think. He is thirty times called Almighty in Job; He can do above all expressions, beyond all apprehensions.
but what is it then to have God for your friend, who can command all things, God is able to do more for you then you can ask or think. He is thirty times called Almighty in Job; He can do above all expressions, beyond all apprehensions.
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He is able to defend you from whatsoever is hurtful. There is a Dialogue between an Heathen and a Jew after the Jews return from Captivity (all Nations round about them being enemies to them) The Heathen asked the Jew how he and his country men could hope for any safety,
He is able to defend you from whatsoever is hurtful. There is a Dialogue between an Heathen and a Jew After the jews return from Captivity (all nations round about them being enemies to them) The Heathen asked the Jew how he and his country men could hope for any safety,
how happy are they then who have him for their strong hold? The Egyptians had an Idol called Baalzephon Lord of the watch Tower, whose Office was to fright such fugitive Jews as fled from their Masters;
how happy Are they then who have him for their strong hold? The egyptians had an Idol called Baalzephon Lord of the watch Tower, whose Office was to fright such fugitive jews as fled from their Masters;
God is pleased to call himself the watchmen of his people, but he is such a watchman as neither slumbereth (or taketh those short sleeps by day) nor sleepeth (or hath any long sleep by night) his eyes never close, all his thoughts are waking thoughts for the good of his people.
God is pleased to call himself the watchmen of his people, but he is such a watchman as neither Slumbereth (or Takes those short sleeps by day) nor Sleepeth (or hath any long sleep by night) his eyes never close, all his thoughts Are waking thoughts for the good of his people.
If enemies come before them, He is the Lord of Hosts; If behind them he is their rere-ward. It was said of the Palladium in Troy, that whilst that Image remained there, the City was impregnable,
If enemies come before them, He is the Lord of Hosts; If behind them he is their rearward. It was said of the Palladium in Troy, that while that Image remained there, the city was impregnable,
He can make an hedge about your selves, your houses, and all that ye have (as about Job 1. and 10.) and then neither men not Devils can make a gap for any to enter and injure you.
He can make an hedge about your selves, your houses, and all that you have (as about Job 1. and 10.) and then neither men not Devils can make a gap for any to enter and injure you.
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Hesiod speaks of thirty thousand Demy-Gods that were NONLATINALPHABET, Keepers of men; The true God keepeth his in a Pavilion, as a Prince his Favourite, from the mischeif of others envy and malice, Psa. 31.20.
Hesiod speaks of thirty thousand Demy-Gods that were, Keepers of men; The true God Keepeth his in a Pavilion, as a Prince his Favourite, from the mischief's of Others envy and malice, Psa. 31.20.
As it is safe in the fire, so also in the Water; though it be a Vessel (as that wherein the Disciples were sailing in a rough Sea, tost up and down with tempestuous winds,
As it is safe in the fire, so also in the Water; though it be a Vessel (as that wherein the Disciples were sailing in a rough Sea, tossed up and down with tempestuous winds,
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The Church as Hierom saith of Arcturus, semper versatur, nunquam mergitur, is much tossed, but never drowned, God is in the midst of her she shall never be moved, he shall defend her, and that right early.
The Church as Hieronymus Says of Arcturus, semper versatur, Never mergitur, is much tossed, but never drowned, God is in the midst of her she shall never be moved, he shall defend her, and that right early.
God is said to ride on the Heavens for his peoples help, Deu. 33.26, 27. That is either, he will come speedily (as the heavens move swiftly) for his peoples deliverance, he will not delay till it be too late,
God is said to ride on the Heavens for his peoples help, Deu. 33.26, 27. That is either, he will come speedily (as the heavens move swiftly) for his peoples deliverance, he will not Delay till it be too late,
The World is a slippery place, but he is able to keep you from falling, Jude v. 4. We are apt to fall on the right hand by its allurements. Its rich Wine is apt to intoxicate our brains, and make us stumble.
The World is a slippery place, but he is able to keep you from falling, U^de v. 4. We Are apt to fallen on the right hand by its allurements. Its rich Wine is apt to intoxicate our brains, and make us Stumble.
All have not the same faith, therefore all are not tryed in the same fire, He may give a strong purge or vomit to a strong man, but wil not to a babe in grace.
All have not the same faith, Therefore all Are not tried in the same fire, He may give a strong purge or vomit to a strong man, but will not to a babe in grace.
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2. He can enable you to foyl the tempter, Little David in his strength can conquer great Goliah; he kept Josephs soul from being so much as sienged (miraculously as the three Childrens bodies) by that great fire which his Mistris made to have burnt him.
2. He can enable you to foil the tempter, Little David in his strength can conquer great Goliath; he kept Josephs soul from being so much as sienged (miraculously as the three Children's bodies) by that great fire which his Mistress made to have burned him.
This well of Salvation can fill every vessel of your hearts, be they never so wide, he can make the babe of grace to grow till he become a young man, a strong man,
This well of Salvation can fill every vessel of your hearts, be they never so wide, he can make the babe of grace to grow till he become a young man, a strong man,
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and a Father. If the Nurse be taken from the Child, and the breasts be denyed it, of which it used to suck wth so much delight, he can make it thrive as well with the spoon;
and a Father. If the Nurse be taken from the Child, and the breasts be denied it, of which it used to suck with so much delight, he can make it thrive as well with the spoon;
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He can give you an inheritance that fades not away, he can conduct you through all your hardships and crown you at last with heaven, where ye shall be kept, both from sin and suffering,
He can give you an inheritance that fades not away, he can conduct you through all your hardships and crown you At last with heaven, where you shall be kept, both from since and suffering,
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and freed not only from foyls, but also from fighting; where the love of God shall never be questioned, nor his providence quarrelled, where ye shall never offend others with your purity, nor have cause to defend your selves from their injuries, where all tears shall be wiped from your eyes,
and freed not only from foils, but also from fighting; where the love of God shall never be questioned, nor his providence quarreled, where you shall never offend Others with your purity, nor have cause to defend your selves from their injuries, where all tears shall be wiped from your eyes,
God cannot but love his Saints, because he loves himself; he loves them as they are his Sons purchase. They which were so dearly bought, are not easily loathed.
God cannot but love his Saints, Because he loves himself; he loves them as they Are his Sons purchase. They which were so dearly bought, Are not Easily loathed.
Jacob was exceeding tender of Benjamin, though he could, as occasion required, expose the ten Patriarchs to all weathers, yet by his good will the wind must not blow upon Benjamin; if Benjamin miscarry, he dieth with him:
Jacob was exceeding tender of Benjamin, though he could, as occasion required, expose the ten Patriarchs to all weathers, yet by his good will the wind must not blow upon Benjamin; if Benjamin miscarry, he Dieth with him:
And what is the reason of this extaordiry affection? possibly this, Benjamin was the childe of his beloved Rachel; Benjamin was dearly bought, he cost the life of his dear wife:
And what is the reason of this extaordiry affection? possibly this, Benjamin was the child of his Beloved Rachel; Benjamin was dearly bought, he cost the life of his dear wife:
If all the wheat were but gathered into the heavenly Garner, the chaff would not be an hour out of the unquenchable fire. He loves them as his own Son, Joh. 17.26, 27. Who can tell the love God bears to his Son? the same love he bears to his Saints.
If all the wheat were but gathered into the heavenly Garner, the chaff would not be an hour out of the unquenchable fire. He loves them as his own Son, John 17.26, 27. Who can tell the love God bears to his Son? the same love he bears to his Saints.
All the while that his people suffer he doth sympathize; and he will support them. As a tender father he proportions the burden to the strength of his childrens back.
All the while that his people suffer he does sympathise; and he will support them. As a tender father he proportions the burden to the strength of his Children's back.
and not to turn the cart wheel about upon the Cummin (Isa. 28.25.) will certainly himself not suffer his people to be afflicted aboue what they are able, 2 Cor. 10.13. His love will set all his other.
and not to turn the cart wheel about upon the Cummin (Isaiah 28.25.) will Certainly himself not suffer his people to be afflicted above what they Are able, 2 Cor. 10.13. His love will Set all his other.
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What would not David have done for Absolom, whom he affecteth so dearly? when Absolom rebelled against him and sought his life, his heart relented towards Absolom out of love? What a charge doth he give his Captains concerning him;
What would not David have done for Absalom, whom he affects so dearly? when Absalom rebelled against him and sought his life, his heart relented towards Absalom out of love? What a charge does he give his Captains Concerning him;
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Deal gently for my sake with the young-man, even with Absolom? What will not God do for his chosen whom he loveth? when they wander and run from him, he followeth after and wooeth them;
Deal gently for my sake with the Young man, even with Absalom? What will not God do for his chosen whom he loves? when they wander and run from him, he follows After and wooeth them;
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Such a friend is God, who (when few men will ) never fails to appear for his suffering servants, 2 Tim. 4.16, 17. Basil ventured very far for a persecuted friend,
Such a friend is God, who (when few men will) never fails to appear for his suffering Servants, 2 Tim. 4.16, 17. Basil ventured very Far for a persecuted friend,
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The Antients pictured friendship in the shape of a fair young man, bare headed, with his breast open, meanly apparelled, with this inscription on his cloaths, To live and to dye with you, and this on his Forehead, Summer and Winter, and with this on his heart, Prope longè, far and near.
The Ancients pictured friendship in the shape of a fair young man, bore headed, with his breast open, meanly appareled, with this inscription on his clothes, To live and to die with you, and this on his Forehead, Summer and Winter, and with this on his heart, Prope long, Far and near.
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When men are mutable, and appear as Tertullian saith of the Peacock, all in changeable colours; use their friends as we do Sun-dials, look no longer on them,
When men Are mutable, and appear as Tertullian Says of the Peacock, all in changeable colours; use their Friends as we do Sun-dials, look no longer on them,
nor regard them, then the Sun shineth on them. God is a faithful creator, 1. Pet. 4.19. will be sure to mind the house that he hath built, and that most of all when its out of repair and ready to fall.
nor regard them, then the Sun shines on them. God is a faithful creator, 1. Pet. 4.19. will be sure to mind the house that he hath built, and that most of all when its out of repair and ready to fallen.
Bucholcerus upon his friends going to Court to teach the Prince Electors children, told him, I will give you one piece of counsel which may do you good whilst you live; His friend hearkned to him:
Bucholcerus upon his Friends going to Court to teach the Prince Electors children, told him, I will give you one piece of counsel which may do you good while you live; His friend hearkened to him:
although he may pass by their doors when they be well. He is faithful to his promise; his Word is the truth, Col. 1.5. His Church is the Pillar of truth (not to bear it up, but to hold it out) 1 Tim. 3. his Sacraments the seals of truth; he himself is the Lord God of truth, Psal 34.5. Who feares to be deceived when truth promiseth.
although he may pass by their doors when they be well. He is faithful to his promise; his Word is the truth, Col. 1.5. His Church is the Pillar of truth (not to bear it up, but to hold it out) 1 Tim. 3. his Sacraments the Seals of truth; he himself is the Lord God of truth, Psalm 34.5. Who fears to be deceived when truth promises.
Ye know in all your hearts, and in all your souls that there hath not one good thing failed of all that the Lord promiseth, Josh. 23.14. The birth of the promise will answer their conception, and they bring forth in full feature and glory.
You know in all your hearts, and in all your Souls that there hath not one good thing failed of all that the Lord promises, Josh. 23.14. The birth of the promise will answer their conception, and they bring forth in full feature and glory.
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His promise is equivalent to possession, He keeps touch with his people in the time of performance to a day. The self same day Israel marched out of Egypt, Ex. 2.4. The four hundred and thirty years were that very day expired, nay to a night, Dan. 5.30.
His promise is equivalent to possession, He keeps touch with his people in the time of performance to a day. The self same day Israel marched out of Egypt, Ex. 2.4. The four hundred and thirty Years were that very day expired, nay to a night, Dan. 5.30.
In that night was Belshazer the King of the Chaldeans slain. When the big-bellied promise had gone its full time (the seventy years being then expired) it could not stay till morning for its delivery, but fell in labour that very night, and was safe delivered.
In that night was Belshazer the King of the Chaldeans slave. When the big-bellied promise had gone its full time (the seventy Years being then expired) it could not stay till morning for its delivery, but fell in labour that very night, and was safe Delivered.
Tis your happiness, that your riches lye in such good hands as Gods, and that the publique faith of Heaven is ingaged for the payment of all your bonds;
This your happiness, that your riches lie in such good hands as God's, and that the public faith of Heaven is engaged for the payment of all your bonds;
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so I cannot but hope, and I beg it of all amongst you, that have any interest at the throne of grace, that ye would commend me to God, I beseech you for the Lord Jesus Christs sake, that ye strive together with me in your prayers to God for me, Rom. 15.30.
so I cannot but hope, and I beg it of all among you, that have any Interest At the throne of grace, that you would commend me to God, I beseech you for the Lord jesus Christ sake, that you strive together with me in your Prayers to God for me, Rom. 15.30.
If ever poor creature in fear every moment of being fetcht out of the Prison and carried to the Gallows did esteem a pardon sure I am ye have cause to prize the Gospel.
If ever poor creature in Fear every moment of being fetched out of the Prison and carried to the Gallows did esteem a pardon sure I am you have cause to prize the Gospel.
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O sirs, how had all of us at this day been shut up under the Laws curse, in the Dungeon of endless wrath and misery, had not the Gospel opened the prison doors, knockt off our shackles,
O Sirs, how had all of us At this day been shut up under the Laws curse, in the Dungeon of endless wrath and misery, had not the Gospel opened the prison doors, knocked off our shackles,
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The word of Gods grace will do much more, twill turn stones into Children of Abraham, twill change an heart of stone, into an heart of flesh, twill tame Lyons, and turn them into Lambs, Isa. 11.4, 5, 6. It hath made the very hearts of them to bleed, whose hands were imbrued in the blood of the Redeemer.
The word of God's grace will do much more, 'twill turn stones into Children of Abraham, 'twill change an heart of stone, into an heart of Flesh, 'twill tame Lyons, and turn them into Lambs, Isaiah 11.4, 5, 6. It hath made the very hearts of them to bleed, whose hands were imbrued in the blood of the Redeemer.
As the Ocean landeth some vessels safely at their happy ports, when it sinketh others; so the word of Gods grace will either be a savour of life unto life,
As the Ocean landeth Some vessels safely At their happy ports, when it sinks Others; so the word of God's grace will either be a savour of life unto life,
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as the word of his grace. As many as walk according to this rule, Gal. 6.16. that is according to the Gospel. It containeth not onely promises for your consolation, but also precepts for your conversations, therefore its called a royal Law, Jam. 2.8. A Law, because it is to be the canon of our lives, the Law delivered on Mount Sinai, is by Christ adopted into the Family of the Gospel.
as the word of his grace. As many as walk according to this Rule, Gal. 6.16. that is according to the Gospel. It Containeth not only promises for your consolation, but also Precepts for your conversations, Therefore its called a royal Law, Jam. 2.8. A Law, Because it is to be the canon of our lives, the Law Delivered on Mount Sinai, is by christ adopted into the Family of the Gospel.
A true Christian is not NONLATINALPHABET without law, but NONLATINALPHABET, under the law to Christ, 1 Cor. 9.21. Look therefore to this Royal law, Expound it, and comment on it in your lives.
A true Christian is not without law, but, under the law to christ, 1 Cor. 9.21. Look Therefore to this Royal law, Expound it, and comment on it in your lives.
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for every Christian to build on, Ephes. 2.19, 20. This we beleive, saith Tertullian, when we first beleive that we ought to beleive nothing beyond the Scriptures.
for every Christian to built on, Ephesians 2.19, 20. This we believe, Says Tertullian, when we First believe that we ought to believe nothing beyond the Scriptures.
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Paul proves himself a true beleiver, because he beleived all things written in the Law and Prophets, Act. 24.14. Make it your rule for worship. To serve God according to your own inventions, or mens prescriptions, is Rebellion and dis-service.
Paul Proves himself a true believer, Because he believed all things written in the Law and prophets, Act. 24.14. Make it your Rule for worship. To serve God according to your own Inventions, or men's prescriptions, is Rebellion and disservice.
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As the Moth eats out the Garment, and the Rust the Iron, so doth an Apochryphal worship in time eat out an Evangelical worship, Mat 15.7. All worship of God without warrant, is like private coyning mony, high Treason against the King of Heaven.
As the Moth eats out the Garment, and the Rust the Iron, so does an Apocryphal worship in time eat out an Evangelical worship, Mathew 15.7. All worship of God without warrant, is like private coining money, high Treason against the King of Heaven.
God (though men durst not) charged Jeroboam with this crime, He offered upon the Altar which he had made, in the moneth which he had devised of his own heart, 1 King. 12.33. He took liberty to worship, when, and where he pleased;
God (though men durst not) charged Jeroboam with this crime, He offered upon the Altar which he had made, in the Monn which he had devised of his own heart, 1 King. 12.33. He took liberty to worship, when, and where he pleased;
when the shops are full of adulterate ware, men that would not be cheated, will bring what they buy to the light, To the law and to the testimony Isa. 8.20.
when the shops Are full of adulterate ware, men that would not be cheated, will bring what they buy to the Light, To the law and to the testimony Isaiah 8.20.
The Lawyer in his doubts consults with his Littleton or Cook; The Physitian prescribes by Gallen or Hipocrates; the Phylosopher takes advice of his Aristotle; but the godly man must always take counsel of the Gospel, Prov. 4.3.
The Lawyer in his doubts consults with his Littleton or Cook; The physician prescribes by Gallen or Hippocrates; the Philosopher Takes Advice of his Aristotle; but the godly man must always take counsel of the Gospel, Curae 4.3.
Darius would be advised by his Zophyrus, and Cipio would do nothing without his Palybius. Let the Law of God be your Counsellor, the man of your Counsel, as David made it;
Darius would be advised by his Zophyrus, and Cypriot would do nothing without his Palybius. Let the Law of God be your Counsellor, the man of your Counsel, as David made it;
Thirdly, To be your Buckler against opposition. The Gospel is a Magazin, out of which Christians may be furnished with spiritual weapons in their holy war against the kingdom of darkness.
Thirdly, To be your Buckler against opposition. The Gospel is a Magazine, out of which Christians may be furnished with spiritual weapons in their holy war against the Kingdom of darkness.
Other armour, as of parts and gifts, morality and examples is (as Alexander said of the Persians, when he saw them come into the field so richly cloathed to fight with the Grecians ) rather a prey to the Enemy then a defence to the Souldiers that wears it.
Other armour, as of parts and Gifts, morality and Examples is (as Alexander said of the Persians, when he saw them come into the field so richly clothed to fight with the Greeks) rather a prey to the Enemy then a defence to the Soldiers that wears it.
Tis the word which is a shield against evil principles, Mat. 22.29. it may fitly be called (as Austin sometime was) Haereticorum malleus, the Hammer of Herisie.
This the word which is a shield against evil principles, Mathew 22.29. it may fitly be called (as Austin sometime was) Haereticorum malleus, the Hammer of Heresy.
Even Women, that are the weaker sex with this Sword in their hands (having learned from the Spirit how to use it) have encountred with great Doctors, disarmed them of all their Philosophical weapons, and shamefully foiled them.
Even Women, that Are the Weaker sex with this Sword in their hands (having learned from the Spirit how to use it) have encountered with great Doctors, disarmed them of all their Philosophical weapons, and shamefully foiled them.
A Fryer being angry at Luther for spoiling their market, said, That had it not been for Luther, they could have perswaded the Germans to have eaten; lay aside Scripture,
A Fryer being angry At Luther for spoiling their market, said, That had it not been for Luther, they could have persuaded the Germanes to have eaten; lay aside Scripture,
and seducers shall prevail with you to eat poison. Its a shield against evil practices, Psa. 119.9. By what means may a young man cleanse his way? By taking heed thereto according to the word.
and seducers shall prevail with you to eat poison. Its a shield against evil practices, Psa. 119.9. By what means may a young man cleanse his Way? By taking heed thereto according to the word.
yet fighteth against him with the Word, to shew us the vertue of, and how we should handle that weapon, Matth. 4.4, 7, 10. Is the world to you a place of thorns and bryars, get your feet shod with the preparation of the Gospel of peace, and ye may walk comfortably through it.
yet fights against him with the Word, to show us the virtue of, and how we should handle that weapon, Matthew 4.4, 7, 10. Is the world to you a place of thorns and briars, get your feet shod with the preparation of the Gospel of peace, and you may walk comfortably through it.
Adam was conquered in Paradice, when Job was conqueror on the Dunghil. Whilst the Oyster is tossed by the Crab she so claspeth her shell that she is in little danger of being devoured;
Adam was conquered in Paradise, when Job was conqueror on the Dunghill. While the Oyster is tossed by the Crab she so claspeth her shell that she is in little danger of being devoured;
but when without fear she layeth her self open to the Sun, then comes her enemie and thrusting in a stone to keep her open, with his claws picks her out.
but when without Fear she Layeth her self open to the Sun, then comes her enemy and thrusting in a stone to keep her open, with his claws picks her out.
But the Gospel will yield you a Pisgah sight of Palestine; and what a poor nothing is this whole World in his eyes who is able to look into the other World? He who beheld the recompence of reward, scorned the dignity of being Son to Pharoahs Daughter,
But the Gospel will yield you a Pisgah sighed of Palestine; and what a poor nothing is this Whole World in his eyes who is able to look into the other World? He who beheld the recompense of reward, scorned the dignity of being Son to Pharaohs Daughter,
Christ went to Jerusalem (the Vision of peace) by Bethany (the house of grief) Omnis Christianus crucianus, saith Luther, Every Saint must be a sufferer.
christ went to Jerusalem (the Vision of peace) by Bethany (the house of grief) Omnis Christian Crucianus, Says Luther, Every Saint must be a sufferer.
Christians, like some other creatures, see best in the night of sorrow and distress. The Diamond of their graces sparkle gloriously at the bottom of those Waters.
Christians, like Some other creatures, see best in the night of sorrow and distress. The Diamond of their graces sparkle gloriously At the bottom of those Waters.
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When Christ had caused Jacob to halt, then the place was turned into a Peniel. Beleive me there is no such joy in the World as the people of God have under the Cross, saith Philpot. Israel never saw so much of God as in the Wilderness,
When christ had caused Jacob to halt, then the place was turned into a Peniel. Believe me there is no such joy in the World as the people of God have under the Cross, Says Philpot Israel never saw so much of God as in the Wilderness,
Some I remember expound that place, Thou O God didst send a plentiful showre, whereby thou didst refresh thine heritage when it was weary, Psal. 65.9: The Law was rained down with those heavenly.
some I Remember expound that place, Thou Oh God didst send a plentiful shower, whereby thou didst refresh thine heritage when it was weary, Psalm 65.9: The Law was reigned down with those heavenly.
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because he was Cesars Favourite. The word of grace affords you infinitely richer cordials, exceeding rich and precious promises, wherein ye are admitted to be the friends of God, the members of Christ, the Temples of the Spirit, and the heirs of heaven. The feather of the promise hath dropt in some comfort into a broken heart,
Because he was Caesars Favourite. The word of grace affords you infinitely Richer cordials, exceeding rich and precious promises, wherein you Are admitted to be the Friends of God, the members of christ, the Temples of the Spirit, and the Heirs of heaven. The feather of the promise hath dropped in Some Comfort into a broken heart,
Alas, they are all puddle water, tis the word of grace which is the pure River of water of life, clear as Chrystal, the River whose streams make glad the City of God.
Alas, they Are all puddle water, this the word of grace which is the pure River of water of life, clear as Crystal, the River whose streams make glad the city of God.
To conclude all, it is Reported of a friend of Cyrus, that being asked, where his treasure was, he answered, NONLATINALPHABET, Where Cyrus is my friend; I hope if any, ask you, where your Treasure, your Riches, your Honour, your Happiness is, ye will say NONLATINALPHABET, Where God is our friend.
To conclude all, it is Reported of a friend of Cyrus, that being asked, where his treasure was, he answered,, Where Cyrus is my friend; I hope if any, ask you, where your Treasure, your Riches, your Honour, your Happiness is, you will say, Where God is our friend.
Now to this God according to my power, I have, I do, and I shall commend you, to his favour and singular affection, to his power and special protection, and to his care and universal benediction.
Now to this God according to my power, I have, I do, and I shall commend you, to his favour and singular affection, to his power and special protection, and to his care and universal benediction.
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I cannot commend you to one so faithful, though others fall off like leaves in Autumn, he will never leave you (that are his) nor forsake you, I know not to commend you to one so loving, he lived in love, he in our natures dyed for love.
I cannot commend you to one so faithful, though Others fallen off like leaves in Autumn, he will never leave you (that Are his) nor forsake you, I know not to commend you to one so loving, he lived in love, he in our nature's died for love.
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