A present for such as have been sick and are recovered, or, A discourse concerning the good which comes out of the evil of affliction being several sermons preached after his being raised from a bed of languishing / by Nathanael Vincent.
THough I appear not in the face of this Assembly as One risen from the dead, yet as One raised from the very brink of the Grave, and am again sent to Preach the Word of Life, the Gospel of Salvation.
THough I appear not in the face of this Assembly as One risen from the dead, yet as One raised from the very brink of the Grave, and am again sent to Preach the Word of Life, the Gospel of Salvation.
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Since I was last in this place, I have been brought very near to another World; and when I had a clearer view of it, I found that God was All; and that all this World was nothing, less than nothing and vanity.
Since I was last in this place, I have been brought very near to Another World; and when I had a clearer view of it, I found that God was All; and that all this World was nothing, less than nothing and vanity.
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I have been Once and again brought back from the gates of Death; my obligation is increased to live more to God; and to endeavour to do more good to the Souls of men.
I have been Once and again brought back from the gates of Death; my obligation is increased to live more to God; and to endeavour to do more good to the Souls of men.
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1. Here is an Exercise sharp and sore to Nature; and which will put Grace upon the Tryal, and prove the truth and strength of it; and this Exercise is Affliction.
1. Here is an Exercise sharp and soar to Nature; and which will put Grace upon the Trial, and prove the truth and strength of it; and this Exercise is Affliction.
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Rods, though of sins meriting; are of God's making: All bitter Cups, are of God's own mingling: the kind, the measure, the continuance of Affliction is of the Lord's own appointment.
Rods, though of Sins meriting; Are of God's making: All bitter Cups, Are of God's own mingling: the kind, the measure, the Continuance of Affliction is of the Lord's own appointment.
And thus looking upon them as an invaluable Treasure, here is an intimation that he kept them, with a conscientious and affectionate care and diligence.
And thus looking upon them as an invaluable Treasure, Here is an intimation that he kept them, with a conscientious and affectionate care and diligence.
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Chastening is despised, if it be lookt upon only as a misery; which has so great a tendency to promote our happiness; Jam. 5. 11. Behold we count them happy which endure:
Chastening is despised, if it be looked upon only as a misery; which has so great a tendency to promote our happiness; Jam. 5. 11. Behold we count them happy which endure:
but if the Eye of the Understanding be opened to look into the matter, it will be perceived that Affliction and Happiness are not disparata, which never meet in the same subject;
but if the Eye of the Understanding be opened to look into the matter, it will be perceived that Affliction and Happiness Are not Disparata, which never meet in the same Subject;
and his delight in them may be the greater. Indeed in Nature 'tis otherwise; The same Fountain cannot at the same place send forth sweet Water and bitter;
and his delight in them may be the greater. Indeed in Nature it's otherwise; The same Fountain cannot At the same place send forth sweet Water and bitter;
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Jam. 3. 11. Yet certain it is, that all the sweetnesses, and bitternesses of a Christian, come from one and the same Fountain, the Everlasting Love of God in Christ Jesus.
Jam. 3. 11. Yet certain it is, that all the Sweetnesses, and Bitternesses of a Christian, come from one and the same Fountain, the Everlasting Love of God in christ jesus.
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3. The Saints Afflictions slow from the greatest faithfulness. The Church in the very depths of trouble cries out, Great is thy faithfulness! Jer. 3. 23. I know, O Lord, says the Psalmist, that thy Judgments are right;
3. The Saints Afflictions slow from the greatest faithfulness. The Church in the very depths of trouble cries out, Great is thy faithfulness! Jer. 3. 23. I know, Oh Lord, Says the Psalmist, that thy Judgments Are right;
He was perfected as Mediatour through Sufferings. At length he suffer'd so much, that he cried out, It is finished; he paid a full Price for his Churches Redemption; and made her Everlasting Peace.
He was perfected as Mediator through Sufferings. At length he suffered so much, that he cried out, It is finished; he paid a full Price for his Churches Redemption; and made her Everlasting Peace.
This Conformity is in a special manner designed, Rom. 8. 29. For whom he did foreknow, he also did predestinate to be conformed to the Image of his Son, that he might be the first born among many Brethren.
This Conformity is in a special manner designed, Rom. 8. 29. For whom he did foreknow, he also did predestinate to be conformed to the Image of his Son, that he might be the First born among many Brothers.
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so very Effectual, Rom. 8. 28. We know says the Apostle, we are assured of it by Faith, and we find it true by Experience; That all things Work together for good, to them that love God;
so very Effectual, Rom. 8. 28. We know Says the Apostle, we Are assured of it by Faith, and we find it true by Experience; That all things Work together for good, to them that love God;
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They work upon the Hearts of the Saints, and better the frame and temper and Inclinations of them. They work upon their Tongues, and lay a Bridle upon them;
They work upon the Hearts of the Saints, and better the frame and temper and Inclinations of them. They work upon their Tongues, and lay a Bridle upon them;
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Nay Afflictions work no less than Glory, and when the Apostle considered the Weight and Eternity of that Glory, he made light of the heaviest Afflictions;
Nay Afflictions work no less than Glory, and when the Apostle considered the Weight and Eternity of that Glory, he made Light of the Heaviest Afflictions;
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the Benefit is unconceiveably vast, that quickly is reaped from them, 2 Cor. 4. 17. For our light Affliction which is but for a Moment, worketh for us a far more Exceeding and Eternal weight of Glory.
the Benefit is unconceivably vast, that quickly is reaped from them, 2 Cor. 4. 17. For our Light Affliction which is but for a Moment, works for us a Far more Exceeding and Eternal weight of Glory.
Let all the Calamities of the Earth, and all the Miscries of Hell, be put into the One Scale together; and Sin into the other; as Sin is the Cause of them all,
Let all the Calamities of the Earth, and all the Miscries of Hell, be put into the One Scale together; and since into the other; as since is the Cause of them all,
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since 'tis a Soveraign means, whereby such an Evil as Sin, is purged away, Isa. 27. 9. By this therefore shall the Iniquity of Jacob be purged, and this is all the Fruit, to take away his Sin.
since it's a Sovereign means, whereby such an Evil as since, is purged away, Isaiah 27. 9. By this Therefore shall the Iniquity of Jacob be purged, and this is all the Fruit, to take away his Sin.
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Present Castigation prevents Eternal Condemnation, 1 Cor. 11. 32. But when we are judged, we are chastned of the Lord, that we might not be condemned with the World.
Present Castigation prevents Eternal Condemnation, 1 Cor. 11. 32. But when we Are judged, we Are chastened of the Lord, that we might not be condemned with the World.
Not that, Sin has not ill demerit enough to make us obnoxious to Sufferings in both Worlds; not that Chastizement makes satisfaction for Transgression:
Not that, since has not ill demerit enough to make us obnoxious to Sufferings in both World's; not that Chastisement makes satisfaction for Transgression:
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Whosoever believes on the Son of God, shall not perish, but have Everlasting Life, Joh. 3. 16. And Repentance is said to be unto Salvation and consequently not be repented of, 2 Cor. 7. 10. 8. Afflictions bring the Saints nearer to God; and to be near to Him, how good is it for them!
Whosoever believes on the Son of God, shall not perish, but have Everlasting Life, John 3. 16. And Repentance is said to be unto Salvation and consequently not be repented of, 2 Cor. 7. 10. 8. Afflictions bring the Saints nearer to God; and to be near to Him, how good is it for them!
Psal. 73. 28. God expects a more serious seeking, and a nearer approach when he afflicts his People, Hos. 5. 15. I will go and return to my Place, till they acknowledge their Offence, and seek my Face;
Psalm 73. 28. God expects a more serious seeking, and a nearer approach when he afflicts his People, Hos. 5. 15. I will go and return to my Place, till they acknowledge their Offence, and seek my Face;
than in the heighth of Presumption. But Affliction startles the Conscience, how quick is its Sight and Sense then! The Saints have recourse to the Blood of Christ to purge their Consciences from all the Dead works in which they have been formerly employed.
than in the height of Presumption. But Affliction startles the Conscience, how quick is its Sighed and Sense then! The Saints have recourse to the Blood of christ to purge their Consciences from all the Dead works in which they have been formerly employed.
And that Blood is sufficient for their Purgation and Peace, Heb. 9. 14. How much more shall the Blood of Christ, who through the Eternal Spirit offered up himself without Spot to God;
And that Blood is sufficient for their Purgation and Peace, Hebrew 9. 14. How much more shall the Blood of christ, who through the Eternal Spirit offered up himself without Spot to God;
purge your Consciences from dead Works, to serve the Living God! And afflicted Saints are exceedingly afraid of making new wounds in their Consciences,
purge your Consciences from dead Works, to serve the Living God! And afflicted Saints Are exceedingly afraid of making new wounds in their Consciences,
since the Smart of former wounds in their Spirits was so intolerable, Lam. 3. 19, 20. Remembring my Affliction and my Misery, the Wormwood and the Gall;
since the Smart of former wounds in their Spirits was so intolerable, Lam. 3. 19, 20. Remembering my Affliction and my Misery, the Wormwood and the Gall;
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for God who gives Grace to the Humble, instead of assisting does resist the Proud, 1 Pet. 5. 5. And this Pride is the forerunner of falls into Sin and Ruine,
for God who gives Grace to the Humble, instead of assisting does resist the Proud, 1 Pet. 5. 5. And this Pride is the forerunner of falls into since and Ruin,
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There is a Submission to Him, by a Penitential Acknowledgment of Offences against him, and justifying of him in his severest Dispensations, Neh. 9. 33. Howbeit thou art just in all that is brought upon us,
There is a Submission to Him, by a Penitential Acknowledgment of Offences against him, and justifying of him in his Severest Dispensations, Neh 9. 33. Howbeit thou art just in all that is brought upon us,
that the Free Gift comes upon all that are in him unto Justification of Life. Rom. 5. 18. So Rom. 10. 4. Christ is the end of the Law for Righteousness to every one that believeth.
that the Free Gift comes upon all that Are in him unto Justification of Life. Rom. 5. 18. So Rom. 10. 4. christ is the end of the Law for Righteousness to every one that Believeth.
There is likewise a Subjection of Body and Soul unto the commands of God, which reach the whole man, and require service from the whole. And Affliction quickens Desires after Grace, to keep these Precepts better;
There is likewise a Subjection of Body and Soul unto the commands of God, which reach the Whole man, and require service from the Whole. And Affliction quickens Desires After Grace, to keep these Precepts better;
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in his hand they are safe, and this is the Way to have them satisfied and fill'd with Joy, Psal. 86. 4. Rejoice the Soul of thy Servant for unto thee O Lord do I lift up my Soul. Duties to God are performed with more Grace, and Duties to Man are done with a greater regard unto God Himself. Gods Approbation is more minded;
in his hand they Are safe, and this is the Way to have them satisfied and filled with Joy, Psalm 86. 4. Rejoice the Soul of thy Servant for unto thee Oh Lord do I lift up my Soul. Duties to God Are performed with more Grace, and Duties to Man Are done with a greater regard unto God Himself. God's Approbation is more minded;
let a Table be spread and furnisht with the choicest Dainties, and let the greatest Beauties stand by him, proffering themselves and their service to him. Alas! Alas!
let a Table be spread and furnished with the Choicest Dainties, and let the greatest Beauty's stand by him, proffering themselves and their service to him. Alas! Alas!
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and ready to appear and give an account of himself unto the Judge of all? Affliction gives a smart Admonition, that this World is to be contemned in Comparison of the better and enduring Substance. Satan, notwithstanding his Subtlety, is easily baffled in Affliction;
and ready to appear and give an account of himself unto the Judge of all? Affliction gives a smart Admonition, that this World is to be contemned in Comparison of the better and enduring Substance. Satan, notwithstanding his Subtlety, is Easily baffled in Affliction;
Wicked men receive not Correction, being put into the Furnace, they are found, and rejected as Reprobate Silver; but the Correction of the Saints, is the Probation, Augmentation,
Wicked men receive not Correction, being put into the Furnace, they Are found, and rejected as Reprobate Silver; but the Correction of the Saints, is the Probation, Augmentation,
Faith is tried, and by trial is strengthned, Patience, Experience, Hope augmented, Rom. 5. 3, 4, 5. Tribulation worketh Patience, Patience Experience, Experience Hope,
Faith is tried, and by trial is strengthened, Patience, Experience, Hope augmented, Rom. 5. 3, 4, 5. Tribulation works Patience, Patience Experience, Experience Hope,
fills their Hearts with Love, and Resolution to live and cleave to him. With how much Tenderness and Compassion, does the Lord express himself towards his afflicted ones!
fills their Hearts with Love, and Resolution to live and cleave to him. With how much Tenderness and Compassion, does the Lord express himself towards his afflicted ones!
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8. Another good Consequent of Affliction, is an high esteem of Time, and affecting Apprehensions of Death, Judgment, and Eternity. Affliction brings Death within view.
8. another good Consequent of Affliction, is an high esteem of Time, and affecting Apprehensions of Death, Judgement, and Eternity. Affliction brings Death within view.
the things of the World had left him; he speaks as a man just ready to leave the World, Job 17. 1, 13, 14. My Breath is corrupt, my Days are extinct, the Graves are ready for me.
the things of the World had left him; he speaks as a man just ready to leave the World, Job 17. 1, 13, 14. My Breath is corrupt, my Days Are extinct, the Graves Are ready for me.
O my Soul thou art departing hence, but whither, oh whither art thou going? What is like to be the place of thy Eternal abode, which must never be changed? To be dying and doubting at the same time is very sad,
Oh my Soul thou art departing hence, but whither, o whither art thou going? What is like to be the place of thy Eternal Abided, which must never be changed? To be dying and doubting At the same time is very sad,
What is a well grounded Evidence of the Love of God in Christ, worth upon a bed of Sickness? How valuable and comfortable the Spirits Testimony concerning our Adoption! Now Affliction puts the Saints upon a more strict and impartial Self-examination; and upon a more thorow and perceivable turning unto God, Lam. 3. 39, 40. Wherefore, doth the living man complain, a man for the Punishment of his Sins? Let us search and try our ways and turn unto the Lord our God.
What is a well grounded Evidence of the Love of God in christ, worth upon a Bed of Sickness? How valuable and comfortable the Spirits Testimony Concerning our Adoption! Now Affliction puts the Saints upon a more strict and impartial Self-examination; and upon a more thorough and perceivable turning unto God, Lam. 3. 39, 40. Wherefore, does the living man complain, a man for the Punishment of his Sins? Let us search and try our ways and turn unto the Lord our God.
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Affliction makes that Admonition of the Apostle to be heeded, 2 Pet. 1. 10, 11. Wherefore the rather Brethren give diligence to make your Calling and Election sure;
Affliction makes that Admonition of the Apostle to be heeded, 2 Pet. 1. 10, 11. Wherefore the rather Brothers give diligence to make your Calling and Election sure;
Nay the presence of his God makes him fearless in the gloomy Valley of the Shadow of Death, Psal. 23. 4. Though I walk through the Valley of the Shadow of Death, I will fear no evil, for thou art with me.
Nay the presence of his God makes him fearless in the gloomy Valley of the Shadow of Death, Psalm 23. 4. Though I walk through the Valley of the Shadow of Death, I will Fear no evil, for thou art with me.
for he prepared for them a City. Heb. 11. 13, 16. The Psalmist was very much helped towards Heaven by Chastisement, Psal. 73. 14. All the day long (says he) have I been plagued, and chastned every Morning.
for he prepared for them a city. Hebrew 11. 13, 16. The Psalmist was very much helped towards Heaven by Chastisement, Psalm 73. 14. All the day long (Says he) have I been plagued, and chastened every Morning.
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And though for a while Temptation prevailed, yet at length his Thoughts and Eyes are fixed right, upon that Glory promised to such as give up themselves to God,
And though for a while Temptation prevailed, yet At length his Thoughts and Eyes Are fixed right, upon that Glory promised to such as give up themselves to God,
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1. Hence we may inferr, Afflictions are not Sings of Gods hatred, rather Tokens of his Love, They are the Lot of the Righteous. Psal. 34. 19. Many are the Afflictions of the Righteous,
1. Hence we may infer, Afflictions Are not Sings of God's hatred, rather Tokens of his Love, They Are the Lot of the Righteous. Psalm 34. 19. Many Are the Afflictions of the Righteous,
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Troubles like sparks of Fire are innumerable, which fill the few days of the Life of Man. But those who are born again usually have more troubles than other men.
Troubles like sparks of Fire Are innumerable, which fill the few days of the Life of Man. But those who Are born again usually have more Troubles than other men.
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God cares for them, Hedges up their way with Thorns, which they may be afraid to break thorow; into Paths which are destructive. Hos. 2. 6. Therefore, behold I will Hedge up thy way with Thorns;
God Cares for them, Hedges up their Way with Thorns, which they may be afraid to break thorough; into Paths which Are destructive. Hos. 2. 6. Therefore, behold I will Hedge up thy Way with Thorns;
It is said of One who lately died, that upon his Death-bed being asked, How long he had been ill? made this Reply, that he had been ill for fifty Years together. Christ was a Man of Sorrows, and yet the Son of Gods Love. You may be very much beloved of God,
It is said of One who lately died, that upon his Deathbed being asked, How long he had been ill? made this Reply, that he had been ill for fifty years together. christ was a Man of Sorrows, and yet the Son of God's Love. You may be very much Beloved of God,
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The excellent young Elihu spake right indeed, when he pronounced Job, a man to be justified as to his State, Job 33. 32. But he blames him because in vindicating himself, he spoke that, which too much reflected upon God himself,
The excellent young Elihu spoke right indeed, when he pronounced Job, a man to be justified as to his State, Job 33. 32. But he blames him Because in vindicating himself, he spoke that, which too much reflected upon God himself,
and therefore tells him, Job 34. 23. That God will not lay upon any Man, not upon the best of Men, more than is Right, that he should enter into Judgment with God.
and Therefore tells him, Job 34. 23. That God will not lay upon any Man, not upon the best of Men, more than is Right, that he should enter into Judgement with God.
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The Lord owns his Servant whom they had so censured, Job 42. 7. The Lord said to Eliphaz the Temanite, my Wrath is kindled against thee and against thy two Friends,
The Lord owns his Servant whom they had so censured, Job 42. 7. The Lord said to Eliphaz the Temanite, my Wrath is kindled against thee and against thy two Friends,
why should they count themselves hardly dealt with? The Father of Spirits, is not like the Fathers of our Flesh, Will and Humour appears in their Corrections;
why should they count themselves hardly dealt with? The Father of Spirits, is not like the Father's of our Flesh, Will and Humour appears in their Corrections;
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but He gives not a blow, but what is for his Childrens Profit. Heb. 12. 10. And why should any be impatient at their being Profited and Advantaged? Considering the blessed issue of the Saints Troubles;
but He gives not a blow, but what is for his Children's Profit. Hebrew 12. 10. And why should any be impatient At their being Profited and Advantaged? Considering the blessed issue of the Saints Troubles;
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Continued chastning made him to think of God, and to speak of Religion unbecomingly and indeed impiously. He was so foiled by the Tempter, that his Feet were almost gone;
Continued chastening made him to think of God, and to speak of Religion unbecomingly and indeed impiously. He was so foiled by the Tempter, that his Feet were almost gone;
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And they say how doth God know, and is there Knowledge in the most high? Behold these are the ungodly, who prosper in the World, they increase in Riches;
And they say how does God know, and is there Knowledge in the most high? Behold these Are the ungodly, who prosper in the World, they increase in Riches;
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For a man that is made wise to Salvation, to be envious at the Foolish; for a man that is enriched with Grace, to be envious at the Workers of Iniquity, because of their Prosperity;
For a man that is made wise to Salvation, to be envious At the Foolish; for a man that is enriched with Grace, to be envious At the Workers of Iniquity, Because of their Prosperity;
this Prosperity of theirs is greatly to their Prejudice, and helps forward their Perdition, Prov. 1. 32. The turning away or the ease of the simple shall slay them, and the Prosperity of Fools shall destroy them.
this Prosperity of theirs is greatly to their Prejudice, and helps forward their Perdition, Curae 1. 32. The turning away or the ease of the simple shall slay them, and the Prosperity of Fools shall destroy them.
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considering how soon 'twill end, and what will follow when it ends; should not stir our Envy, but rather our Pitty and Compassion; for they walk in a vain shew full of vain Confidence, till their Feet go down to Death;
considering how soon it'll end, and what will follow when it ends; should not stir our Envy, but rather our Pity and Compassion; for they walk in a vain show full of vain Confidence, till their Feet go down to Death;
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and their steps take hold of Hell. 6. To be Incorrigible under Affliction is inexcusable. As 'tis good for Saints to be afflicted, so all should be bettered by Affliction.
and their steps take hold of Hell. 6. To be Incorrigible under Affliction is inexcusable. As it's good for Saints to be afflicted, so all should be bettered by Affliction.
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And according to his desire, he was turned and instructed, he obtained sure Mercy, and became a dear Son, a pleasant Child, notwithstanding all his former foul Sins and reproachful Abominations, V. 19, 20. But when Sinners are smitten in vain; and receive no Correction:
And according to his desire, he was turned and instructed, he obtained sure Mercy, and became a dear Son, a pleasant Child, notwithstanding all his former foul Sins and reproachful Abominations, V. 19, 20. But when Sinners Are smitten in vain; and receive no Correction:
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and wedded to their Idolatry and other Wickedness, when the Sorest Judgments could not be a means to divorce them from it, Jer. 5. 3. O Lord are not thine Eyes upon the Truth? Thou hast smitten them,
and wedded to their Idolatry and other Wickedness, when the Sorest Judgments could not be a means to divorce them from it, Jer. 5. 3. Oh Lord Are not thine Eyes upon the Truth? Thou hast smitten them,
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but they have not grieved, thou hast consumed them, but they have refused to receive Correction, they have made their Faces harder than a Rock, they have refused to return.
but they have not grieved, thou hast consumed them, but they have refused to receive Correction, they have made their Faces harder than a Rock, they have refused to return.
who can make the worst things, a Saint meets with in this World, to prove Helps and Advantages! This goodness of God is firmly to be believed, admired, and confided in;
who can make the worst things, a Saint meets with in this World, to prove Helps and Advantages! This Goodness of God is firmly to be believed, admired, and confided in;
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Much of it is manifested, and laid out at present, and much more is laid up for the Saints in the other World, Psal. 31. 19. Oh how great is thy goodness which thou hast laid up for them that fear thee, which thou hast wrought for them that trust in thee, before the Sons of Men!
Much of it is manifested, and laid out At present, and much more is laid up for the Saints in the other World, Psalm 31. 19. O how great is thy Goodness which thou hast laid up for them that Fear thee, which thou hast wrought for them that trust in thee, before the Sons of Men!
Gods Love is accompanied with Jealousie; let Saints therefore be jealous of themselves, lest after Affliction their Hearts deal treacherously and prove unstedfast.
God's Love is accompanied with Jealousy; let Saints Therefore be jealous of themselves, lest After Affliction their Hearts deal treacherously and prove unsteadfast.
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as amazed the World, the Sun in the Firmament went so many degrees backward. Now how much Faith, Humility, Gratitude, Obedience, might have been expected from so good a man, to whom such singular goodness had been manifested! But Alas!
as amazed the World, the Sun in the Firmament went so many Degrees backward. Now how much Faith, Humility, Gratitude, obedience, might have been expected from so good a man, to whom such singular Goodness had been manifested! But Alas!
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therefore there was wrath upon him, and upon Judah and Jerusalem, 2 Chron. 32. 25. His Riches and Honour, which he had in abundance might puff him up;
Therefore there was wrath upon him, and upon Judah and Jerusalem, 2 Chronicles 32. 25. His Riches and Honour, which he had in abundance might puff him up;
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Self-jealousie therefore, and a sense of natural impotency, and unfaithfulness to our selves, should make us cry to be upheld by Him, who is of Power to establish us. If Saints receive not Correction; how soon may they be taken in hand and again lashed! And their not profiting by the Rod, fills Satans Mouth with Accusations against them;
Self-jealousy Therefore, and a sense of natural impotency, and unfaithfulness to our selves, should make us cry to be upheld by Him, who is of Power to establish us. If Saints receive not Correction; how soon may they be taken in hand and again lashed! And their not profiting by the Rod, fills Satan Mouth with Accusations against them;
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and their own Consciences with Reproaches; Gods displeasure grows hotter, and more smarting blows may be expected, Lev. 26. 23. 24. And if ye will not be reformed by me by these things,
and their own Consciences with Reproaches; God's displeasure grows hotter, and more smarting blows may be expected, Lev. 26. 23. 24. And if you will not be reformed by me by these things,
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and by their constant Evil Works they shew they are Children that have no Faith; or if their Sin be not so apparent to others, 'tis apparent to themselves;
and by their constant Evil Works they show they Are Children that have no Faith; or if their since be not so apparent to Others, it's apparent to themselves;
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charges them with secret wickedness, which is committed with great Presumption and Boldness. If such as these, are seized upon by Sickness, or feel any other smarting Rod;
charges them with secret wickedness, which is committed with great Presumption and Boldness. If such as these, Are seized upon by Sickness, or feel any other smarting Rod;
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you spared it and would by no means forsake it; but now in your Bowels 'tis turned, and is the very Gall of Asps within you, Job 20. 12, 13, 14. 2. Behold you that are wicked, how God is come forth in anger against you;
you spared it and would by no means forsake it; but now in your Bowels it's turned, and is the very Gall of Asps within you, Job 20. 12, 13, 14. 2. Behold you that Are wicked, how God is come forth in anger against you;
This Anger of God has Almighty and Irresistible Strength joined with it, and therefore 'tis very terrible, Psal. 90. 11. Who knows the Power of thine Anger? even according to thy Fear,
This Anger of God has Almighty and Irresistible Strength joined with it, and Therefore it's very terrible, Psalm 90. 11. Who knows the Power of thine Anger? even according to thy fear,
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the Anger of God, if ready to fall upon them, deserves all that fear; the Devils believe and feel this wrath, and are apprehensive of its continuance and increase,
the Anger of God, if ready to fallen upon them, deserves all that Fear; the Devils believe and feel this wrath, and Are apprehensive of its Continuance and increase,
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therefore they tremble, Jam. 2. 20. See O Sinner, that the glorious and dreadful Majesty of Heaven and Earth, is angry with Thee in Particular. Thou art the man, who hast bitterly provoked him.
Therefore they tremble, Jam. 2. 20. See Oh Sinner, that the glorious and dreadful Majesty of Heaven and Earth, is angry with Thee in Particular. Thou art the man, who haste bitterly provoked him.
3. It concerns you to fear Him, under whose Power you are, and who is able to destroy both the Body and the Soul likewise, Luk. 12. 4, 5. And I say unto you my Friends, Be not afraid of them, that kill the Body,
3. It concerns you to Fear Him, under whose Power you Are, and who is able to destroy both the Body and the Soul likewise, Luk. 12. 4, 5. And I say unto you my Friends, Be not afraid of them, that kill the Body,
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Death is the King of Terrors, but Hell is ten thousand times more terrible. Oh! be afraid of that mighty hand, which with one blow can both kill and damn you together.
Death is the King of Terrors, but Hell is ten thousand times more terrible. Oh! be afraid of that mighty hand, which with one blow can both kill and damn you together.
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4. In this ill Case in which you are, remember now your evil ways, and your doings that have not been good, Ezek. 36. 31. Then shall ye remember your evil ways,
4. In this ill Case in which you Are, Remember now your evil ways, and your doings that have not been good, Ezekiel 36. 31. Then shall you Remember your evil ways,
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Humble your selves in the sight of the Lord, and he will lift you up, Jam. 4. 10. Oh smite upon your thighs and say, What have we done? How manifold are our Transgressions! How mighty are our Sins! What guilt have we incurr'd!
Humble your selves in the sighed of the Lord, and he will lift you up, Jam. 4. 10. O smite upon your thighs and say, What have we done? How manifold Are our Transgressions! How mighty Are our Sins! What guilt have we incurred!
Psal. 40. 12. See how deceitful polluting and damnable the Nature of Sin is; call your selves by the right Name, Fools; foes to your selves; Self-murtherers and Self-destroyers; in giving way to Iniquity.
Psalm 40. 12. See how deceitful polluting and damnable the Nature of since is; call your selves by the right Name, Fools; foes to your selves; Self-murderers and Self-destroyers; in giving Way to Iniquity.
5. Be Inquisitive what you must do to be saved? You that are outwardly afflicted, and also prickt in the Heart, and wounded in your Consciences; should very seriously inquire whether the door of Hope be not yet open to you,
5. Be Inquisitive what you must do to be saved? You that Are outwardly afflicted, and also pricked in the Heart, and wounded in your Consciences; should very seriously inquire whither the door of Hope be not yet open to you,
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and what course you ▪ must take to be saved from Sin and Wrath, and to have your Peace with God made. Indeed the Lord speaks confoundingly and terribly to wicked men in their Calamity, Prov. 1. 26, 27, 28, 29. I will laugh at your Calamity,
and what course you ▪ must take to be saved from since and Wrath, and to have your Peace with God made. Indeed the Lord speaks confoundingly and terribly to wicked men in their Calamity, Curae 1. 26, 27, 28, 29. I will laugh At your Calamity,
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And do you acknowledge that the Lord might justly speak such Language to you; but withal know, that these distressed Sinners, had these cries extorted from them meerly by Calamity;
And do you acknowledge that the Lord might justly speak such Language to you; but withal know, that these distressed Sinners, had these cries extorted from them merely by Calamity;
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Christ has suffered once for Sins, the just for the unjust that he might bring men to God, 1 Pet. 3. 18. And God is in Christ reconciling the World to himself, not imputing their Trespasses to them, 2 Cor. 5. 19. Now then, saith the Apostle, We are Ambassadors for Christ,
christ has suffered once for Sins, the just for the unjust that he might bring men to God, 1 Pet. 3. 18. And God is in christ reconciling the World to himself, not imputing their Trespasses to them, 2 Cor. 5. 19. Now then, Says the Apostle, We Are ambassadors for christ,
Are you willing upon any terms to have the breach made up between God and you? Do you consent to be any thing, to do any thing, to part with any thing which he would have you;
are you willing upon any terms to have the breach made up between God and you? Do you consent to be any thing, to do any thing, to part with any thing which he would have you;
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and a Father to you? Then let your drooping Hearts revive, for there is an Advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the Righteous, who is the Propitiation for the Sins of the whole World, 1 Joh. 2. 1, 2. His Blood speaks better things than that of Abel;
and a Father to you? Then let your drooping Hearts revive, for there is an Advocate with the Father, jesus christ the Righteous, who is the Propitiation for the Sins of the Whole World, 1 John 2. 1, 2. His Blood speaks better things than that of Abel;
and he is able to reconcile God and Men together, and those men who have been never so much alienated and Enemies in their Minds by Reason of wicked Works, Col. 1. 21. In your Affliction be sensible of Gods anger;
and he is able to reconcile God and Men together, and those men who have been never so much alienated and Enemies in their Minds by Reason of wicked Works, Col. 1. 21. In your Affliction be sensible of God's anger;
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but do not look upon if, as not to be appeased. If you come to him by Jesus Christ, you will find his Fury all gone, Isa. 27. 4, 5. Fury is not in me;
but do not look upon if, as not to be appeased. If you come to him by jesus christ, you will find his Fury all gone, Isaiah 27. 4, 5. Fury is not in me;
Many a man in Affliction and Pain, does call upon God, saying, Lord heal my Body! but he was a man after Gods own Heart, who said, Lord be merciful to me, heal my Soul for I have sinned against thee, Psal. 41. 4. Pharaoh cried to be delivered from the Plagues of Egypt;
Many a man in Affliction and Pain, does call upon God, saying, Lord heal my Body! but he was a man After God's own Heart, who said, Lord be merciful to me, heal my Soul for I have sinned against thee, Psalm 41. 4. Pharaoh cried to be Delivered from the Plagues of Egypt;
But before, he had prayed, that he might be delivered from Sin; for this was the greatest Evil, Ver. 7, 8. And now Lord what wait I for? my Hope is in Thee;
But before, he had prayed, that he might be Delivered from since; for this was the greatest Evil, Ver. 7, 8. And now Lord what wait I for? my Hope is in Thee;
have great cause to be Self-suspicious least all your Religion and Devotion at present, be onely forced; by what you feel and fear: You had need therefore to beg that a thorow and lasting change may be wrought in your Hearts,
have great cause to be Self-suspicious lest all your Religion and Devotion At present, be only forced; by what you feel and Fear: You had need Therefore to beg that a thorough and lasting change may be wrought in your Hearts,
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Your goodness will be as the Morning Cloud, and as the early Dew, so it will go away, Hos. 6. 4. Oh cry for the Sanctifying Spirit, that he may dwell in you continually; and Consecrate you as Temples, for himself to abide in;
Your Goodness will be as the Morning Cloud, and as the early Due, so it will go away, Hos. 6. 4. O cry for the Sanctifying Spirit, that he may dwell in you continually; and Consecrate you as Temples, for himself to abide in;
Holy Souls are made meet to be partakers of the Inheritance of the Saints in Light, and when separated from the Body, they enter upon that Inheritance.
Holy Souls Are made meet to be partakers of the Inheritance of the Saints in Light, and when separated from the Body, they enter upon that Inheritance.
Sinner, if thon hadst died in thy Wickedness and Enmity against God, thou hadst been dealt withal as an Enemy, sent away with a Curse into Everlasting Fire;
Sinner, if thon Hadst died in thy Wickedness and Enmity against God, thou Hadst been dealt withal as an Enemy, sent away with a Curse into Everlasting Fire;
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so he offers a far greater Benefit if you will accept it; to make Peace for you, to work true Grace in you, to Open your Eyes and to turn you from Darkness to Light,
so he offers a Far greater Benefit if you will accept it; to make Peace for you, to work true Grace in you, to Open your Eyes and to turn you from Darkness to Light,
and from the Power of Satan to God, that you may receive forgiveness of Sins, and an Inheritance among them that are Sanctified by Faith which is in Him. Act. 26. 18.
and from the Power of Satan to God, that you may receive forgiveness of Sins, and an Inheritance among them that Are Sanctified by Faith which is in Him. Act. 26. 18.
4. Be sure to Sin no more Presumptuously, least a worse thing come next, Joh. 5. 14. Jesus found the man whom he had healed in the Temple, a proper place, after his recovery to be found in, and he saith to him.
4. Be sure to since no more Presumptuously, lest a Worse thing come next, John 5. 14. jesus found the man whom he had healed in the Temple, a proper place, After his recovery to be found in, and he Says to him.
And if this bringing forth no good Fruit brings the Tree to Everlasting burning, what fierce Flames, will burn those Trees, which bring forth a great deal of bad Fruit? Such as you read of, Deut. 32. 32, 33. For their Vine is of the Vine of Sodom, and of the Fields of Gomorrah;
And if this bringing forth no good Fruit brings the Tree to Everlasting burning, what fierce Flames, will burn those Trees, which bring forth a great deal of bad Fruit? Such as you read of, Deuteronomy 32. 32, 33. For their Vine is of the Vine of Sodom, and of the Fields of Gomorrah;
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'Tis not more certain you are alive, than 'tis certain, that you shall shortly die. And wo to you if you lie still, and at last die in your Wickedness. If Sin be the sting of Death, then so many Sins as you have been guilty of,
It's not more certain you Are alive, than it's certain, that you shall shortly die. And woe to you if you lie still, and At last die in your Wickedness. If since be the sting of Death, then so many Sins as you have been guilty of,
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And likewise how after Affliction; that you may receive much good by Affliction. In the first place, I am to direct you, how to carry it under Affliction.
And likewise how After Affliction; that you may receive much good by Affliction. In the First place, I am to Direct you, how to carry it under Affliction.
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chastning is called the Chastning of the Lord, Heb. 12. 5. Chastisements are stiled his rebukes. His Providence is so extensive, that not a Sparrow falls to the ground without Him.
chastening is called the Chastening of the Lord, Hebrew 12. 5. Chastisements Are styled his rebukes. His Providence is so extensive, that not a Sparrow falls to the ground without Him.
this would have a mighty Efficacy to abase you before him, and to make Affliction attain its end upon you, that an end might be put to your Affliction.
this would have a mighty Efficacy to abase you before him, and to make Affliction attain its end upon you, that an end might be put to your Affliction.
for that's the fruitful womb, in which Sin is conceived, that brings forth all the Evils, wherewith the man is defiled. 'Tis the Evil Heart, which through unbelief departs from the Living God;
for that's the fruitful womb, in which since is conceived, that brings forth all the Evils, wherewith the man is defiled. It's the Evil Heart, which through unbelief departs from the Living God;
and mightest overcome, when thou art judged, Rom. 3. 4. Judge likewise and condemn your selves, and your Sin as the meritorious cause of all your Sorrows and Sufferings.
and Mightest overcome, when thou art judged, Rom. 3. 4. Judge likewise and condemn your selves, and your since as the meritorious cause of all your Sorrows and Sufferings.
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and if you were not deliver'd from Sin it self, this train of Evils would run Parallel with Eternity. God requires the Heart should be humbled, and accept the Punishment of its Iniquity. The Heart must firmly believe that Sin is that, whereat God is displeased;
and if you were not Delivered from since it self, this train of Evils would run Parallel with Eternity. God requires the Heart should be humbled, and accept the Punishment of its Iniquity. The Heart must firmly believe that since is that, whereat God is displeased;
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that Sin is the procuring Cause of all other Evils that are felt, and that the true Reason of Gods Controversie, is because, even because his Word and Commandments have been cast behind the back, despised and broken, Levit. 26. 41, 43. 3. Under Affliction, be sensible of the Plagues of your own Hearts;
that since is the procuring Cause of all other Evils that Are felt, and that the true Reason of God's Controversy, is Because, even Because his Word and commandments have been cast behind the back, despised and broken, Levit. 26. 41, 43. 3. Under Affliction, be sensible of the Plagues of your own Hearts;
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and Consent with Earnest Desire to have them presently and throughly healed. The Sickness and Perishing of the outward man, is for the restoring the inward man to Health.
and Consent with Earnest Desire to have them presently and thoroughly healed. The Sickness and Perishing of the outward man, is for the restoring the inward man to Health.
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which should make you the more contented, that the Flesh should be diseased, and pained, and ready to perish, that the Spirit may be healed, and saved in the day of the Lord Jesus.
which should make you the more contented, that the Flesh should be diseased, and pained, and ready to perish, that the Spirit may be healed, and saved in the day of the Lord jesus.
Is thy Head, thy Breast, thy Back, or any part of thy Body out of Order? presently look with a diligent search into thy own Heart, to know what that ailes; that there may be the more serious and speedy Application to the great Physician of Souls.
Is thy Head, thy Breast, thy Back, or any part of thy Body out of Order? presently look with a diligent search into thy own Heart, to know what that ails; that there may be the more serious and speedy Application to the great physician of Souls.
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I was says he, as a Bullock unaccustomed to the Yoak, and he prays not so much for the removal of the Rod, as for Grace that might Convert him unto God, who did correct him. Afflictions are Spiritual Medicines much made use of by the Lord who heals his People. Sick-beds are the places where he Works great cures; when the Face is Pale, when the Pulse beats disorderly, when the Blood is boiling hot, and the whole Body in a Flame, and the frame of Nature seems just ready to be dissolved;
I was Says he, as a Bullock unaccustomed to the Yoke, and he prays not so much for the removal of the Rod, as for Grace that might Convert him unto God, who did correct him. Afflictions Are Spiritual Medicines much made use of by the Lord who heals his People. Sick-beds Are the places where he Works great cures; when the Face is Pale, when the Pulse beats disorderly, when the Blood is boiling hight, and the Whole Body in a Flame, and the frame of Nature seems just ready to be dissolved;
Is the Lesson of the Rod concerning thy foolish fleshly and hurtful Lusts? 1 Pet. 2. 11. Dearly beloved, I beseech you as Strangers and Pilgrims, abstain from fleshly Lusts which war against the Soul. Finally, Is the Lesson of the Rod concerning thy unruly Passions? Prov. 14. 29. He that is slow to wrath is of great understanding,
Is the lesson of the Rod Concerning thy foolish fleshly and hurtful Lustiest? 1 Pet. 2. 11. Dearly Beloved, I beseech you as Strangers and Pilgrim's, abstain from fleshly Lustiest which war against the Soul. Finally, Is the lesson of the Rod Concerning thy unruly Passion? Curae 14. 29. He that is slow to wrath is of great understanding,
venture not to take so much as one step farther, in Hells Road. But return to God unfeignedly and with your whole Heart. Consent to be wholly His; that your whole man should be at his Command, and have respect to all his Precepts without Exception, Psal. 119. 5, 6. Oh that my ways were directed to keep thy Statutes!
venture not to take so much as one step farther, in Hells Road. But return to God unfeignedly and with your Whole Heart. Consent to be wholly His; that your Whole man should be At his Command, and have respect to all his Precepts without Exception, Psalm 119. 5, 6. O that my ways were directed to keep thy Statutes!
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Judah is branded for this, that they refused to turn to him that smote them. No wonder that Gods anger did abide, and that his hand was still felt very heavy upon them, Isa. 9. 12, 13. For all this his anger is not turned away;
Judah is branded for this, that they refused to turn to him that smote them. No wonder that God's anger did abide, and that his hand was still felt very heavy upon them, Isaiah 9. 12, 13. For all this his anger is not turned away;
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The hand that smites you, if you will not turn, can give worse blows; nay it can give a deadly blow, that may strike you quite down, both into the Grave and Hell together.
The hand that smites you, if you will not turn, can give Worse blows; nay it can give a deadly blow, that may strike you quite down, both into the Grave and Hell together.
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Thus for a while chastning was despised by him, you read of, Isa. 57. 17. For the Iniquity of his Covetousness was I wroth and smote him, I hid me and was wroth,
Thus for a while chastening was despised by him, you read of, Isaiah 57. 17. For the Iniquity of his Covetousness was I wroth and smote him, I hid me and was wroth,
Nay Saints in a sense despise chastning, if they don't behold that the Rod they feel is in their Fathers hand, (for the Exhortation, the Apostle tells us, speaks as unto Children,) and that it is a token of his Paternal Faithfulness and Love, Prov. 3. 12. Whom the Lord loveth he correcteth,
Nay Saints in a sense despise chastening, if they don't behold that the Rod they feel is in their Father's hand, (for the Exhortation, the Apostle tells us, speaks as unto Children,) and that it is a token of his Paternal Faithfulness and Love, Curae 3. 12. Whom the Lord loves he Correcteth,
The Cup is in the hand of a Father, and all the Ingredients in it are healing. Every Member of Christ, therefore should speak that Language, which his Head spake before him, Joh. 18. 11. The Cup which my Father hath given me, shall I not drink it?
The Cup is in the hand of a Father, and all the Ingredients in it Are healing. Every Member of christ, Therefore should speak that Language, which his Head spoke before him, John 18. 11. The Cup which my Father hath given me, shall I not drink it?
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He is infinitely wise who does correct, and therefore Correction shall not be excessive but in measure, Jer. 30. 11. I am with thee, saith the Lord to save thee, I will not make a full end of thee,
He is infinitely wise who does correct, and Therefore Correction shall not be excessive but in measure, Jer. 30. 11. I am with thee, Says the Lord to save thee, I will not make a full end of thee,
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Faint not under his hand, for when he strikes he also sustains, and in Wrath remembers Mercy. Be willing that Affliction should remain, till 'tis sanctified,
Faint not under his hand, for when he strikes he also sustains, and in Wrath remembers Mercy. Be willing that Affliction should remain, till it's sanctified,
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when the Rod is like the first King that Israel had, given in Gods Anger, and taken away in his Wrath. When the Lord afflicts; his Dispensations are mixed Checker-work; Black and White; Goodness and Severity together;
when the Rod is like the First King that Israel had, given in God's Anger, and taken away in his Wrath. When the Lord afflicts; his Dispensations Are mixed Checkerwork; Black and White; goodness and Severity together;
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The Father of Spirits, will take special care of Souls; and consult their Health and Reace, and endless welfare. If the Soul be safe, the Body must be safe in the same Bottom. The Body that belongs to a sanctified Soul, must be a Glorious Body at the Resurrection of the Just. And since the Lord is the Father of Lights, you may conclude he perfectly understands, what is most conducive to your Interest, and what kind and degree of Affliction, is most expedient and best for you;
The Father of Spirits, will take special care of Souls; and consult their Health and Reace, and endless welfare. If the Soul be safe, the Body must be safe in the same Bottom. The Body that belongs to a sanctified Soul, must be a Glorious Body At the Resurrection of the Just. And since the Lord is the Father of Lights, you may conclude he perfectly understands, what is most conducive to your Interest, and what kind and degree of Affliction, is most expedient and best for you;
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and because he is the Father of Mercies; Mercy he delights in, as a man does in his own off-spring; he will deal tenderly with you, Mercy shall not be forgotten in the greatest Severity, Psal. 103. 13. Like as a Father pittieth his Children,
and Because he is the Father of mercies; Mercy he delights in, as a man does in his own offspring; he will deal tenderly with you, Mercy shall not be forgotten in the greatest Severity, Psalm 103. 13. Like as a Father Pitieth his Children,
Subjection to God when he afflicts becomes you, and besides this Subjection is the way of Life. Heb. 12. 9. Furthermore we have had Fathers of our Flesh, who corrected us, and we gave them Reverence;
Subjection to God when he afflicts becomes you, and beside this Subjection is the Way of Life. Hebrew 12. 9. Furthermore we have had Father's of our Flesh, who corrected us, and we gave them reverence;
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shall we not much rather be in Subjection to the Father of Spirits and live? Subjection to God is the wisest course to have temporal Life prolonged, and liv'd to purpose, and Eternal Life, at length vouchsafed.
shall we not much rather be in Subjection to the Father of Spirits and live? Subjection to God is the Wisest course to have temporal Life prolonged, and lived to purpose, and Eternal Life, At length vouchsafed.
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1. Keep alive in your Hearts, the same Apprehensions of things after Affliction which you had under Affliction. Things are really as they were, though we of Sick grow well again,
1. Keep alive in your Hearts, the same Apprehensions of things After Affliction which you had under Affliction. Things Are really as they were, though we of Sick grow well again,
How clearly and concernedly, did we then perceive, that Christ is the onely Saviour! that all things were justly to be accounted loss that he might be gained! We lookt upon time as too precious a thing to be spent Idly or Wickedly. The Soul was lookt upon as more worth than the whole World, and more to be regarded; not to be neglected for the Worlds sake, Mat. 16. 26. What shall it profit a man,
How clearly and concernedly, did we then perceive, that christ is the only Saviour! that all things were justly to be accounted loss that he might be gained! We looked upon time as too precious a thing to be spent Idly or Wickedly. The Soul was looked upon as more worth than the Whole World, and more to be regarded; not to be neglected for the World's sake, Mathew 16. 26. What shall it profit a man,
if he shall gain the whole World and lose his own Soul? or what shall a man give in exchange for his Soul? How did the thoughts of Eternity affect our Hearts,
if he shall gain the Whole World and loose his own Soul? or what shall a man give in exchange for his Soul? How did the thoughts of Eternity affect our Hearts,
That all must quickly be in Eternity, and all must be unto Eternity, either in Joy or Wo. Our Conceptions of these and such like things, were most rectified in Affliction;
That all must quickly be in Eternity, and all must be unto Eternity, either in Joy or Wo. Our Conceptions of these and such like things, were most rectified in Affliction;
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The concerns of another World should always be esteemed far greater, than the highest concerns of this. Seriousness well becomes us, in those matters which are of Everlasting Consequence, where carelesness or mistake will issue in endless ruine; understanding Diligence in Eternal Happiness.
The concerns of Another World should always be esteemed Far greater, than the highest concerns of this. Seriousness well becomes us, in those matters which Are of Everlasting Consequence, where carelessness or mistake will issue in endless ruin; understanding Diligence in Eternal Happiness.
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You do not know your selves to be men, if you don't know your selves to be treacherous; and strongly inclined to break through all obligations in Point of Duty, Gratitude, and Interest it self; which you are under:
You do not know your selves to be men, if you don't know your selves to be treacherous; and strongly inclined to break through all obligations in Point of Duty, Gratitude, and Interest it self; which you Are under:
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A notable instance of the Hearts treachery in Afflictions, and instability upon the removal of it, you have, Psal. 78. 34, 35, 36, 37. When he slew them then they sought him, they returned and inquired early after God, they remembred that God was their Rock,
A notable instance of the Hearts treachery in Afflictions, and instability upon the removal of it, you have, Psalm 78. 34, 35, 36, 37. When he slew them then they sought him, they returned and inquired early After God, they remembered that God was their Rock,
Mens Resolutions in Afflictions, are like Nautarum Vota, the Vows of Marriners in a Storm, the first things that are broken when once they get safe to Shore. Be sure therefore to check your hearts and lift them up to God to secure them,
Men's Resolutions in Afflictions, Are like Nautarum Vota, the Vows of Mariners in a Storm, the First things that Are broken when once they get safe to Shore. Be sure Therefore to check your hearts and lift them up to God to secure them,
when first you perceive them so much as begin to start aside. Apostacy begins in the Heart, that does first turn back from God, then afterwards the steps decline from his ways;
when First you perceive them so much as begin to start aside. Apostasy begins in the Heart, that does First turn back from God, then afterwards the steps decline from his ways;
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distrusting therefore your own Hearts follow Solomons Counsel, Prov. 4. 23. And keep them with all diligence, and unto your own strictest Vigilancy, add fervent Prayer, that the Lord would make your Hearts clean Hearts, and that he would renew and keep your Spirits right with him, Psal. 51. 10. 3. Cry for Strength to be vouchsafed continually from above, to perform your Resolutions made in the day of your Affliction and Distress.
distrusting Therefore your own Hearts follow Solomons Counsel, Curae 4. 23. And keep them with all diligence, and unto your own Strictest Vigilancy, add fervent Prayer, that the Lord would make your Hearts clean Hearts, and that he would renew and keep your Spirits right with him, Psalm 51. 10. 3. Cry for Strength to be vouchsafed continually from above, to perform your Resolutions made in the day of your Affliction and Distress.
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If you are not strong in the Lord, and in the Power of his might, you will be too weak to do, what your selves with the greatest firmness have seem'd to purpose. And you must pray hard,
If you Are not strong in the Lord, and in the Power of his might, you will be too weak to do, what your selves with the greatest firmness have seemed to purpose. And you must pray hard,
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Resolutions meerly to stop and gag the Mouth of a clamorous Conscience; and Resolutions which are made in mens own strength, who Question not, nor trouble their Heads much about, their Ability and Integrity to perform them.
Resolutions merely to stop and gag the Mouth of a clamorous Conscience; and Resolutions which Are made in men's own strength, who Question not, nor trouble their Heads much about, their Ability and Integrity to perform them.
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He is indeed very serious and Peremptory in his Resolution, and confirmed it with a Promissory Oath; Psal. 119. 106. I have sworn and I will perform it, that I will keep thy Righteous Judgments.
He is indeed very serious and Peremptory in his Resolution, and confirmed it with a Promissory Oath; Psalm 119. 106. I have sworn and I will perform it, that I will keep thy Righteous Judgments.
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and keep him stedfast to these Testimonies of God, therefore he prays twice together to be upheld, Psal. 119. 16, 17. Uphold me according to thy Word that I may live,
and keep him steadfast to these Testimonies of God, Therefore he prays twice together to be upheld, Psalm 119. 16, 17. Uphold me according to thy Word that I may live,
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After Affliction, take heed of that which your Hearts naturally are most prone to Idolize. Whatever has had Gods Room, that is to say, the highest Room in your Hearts;
After Affliction, take heed of that which your Hearts naturally Are most prove to Idolise. Whatever has had God's Room, that is to say, the highest Room in your Hearts;
displeases the Onely true God. But if that leading affection of Love, which is one of the highest pieces of Worship, is placed principally upon any thing besides God;
displeases the Only true God. But if that leading affection of Love, which is one of the highest Pieces of Worship, is placed principally upon any thing beside God;
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and mark, what the Apostle says, 1 Cor. 10. 22. Do we provoke the Lord to Jealousie? are we stronger than he? As his Strength is infinitely beyond ours;
and mark, what the Apostle Says, 1 Cor. 10. 22. Do we provoke the Lord to Jealousy? Are we Stronger than he? As his Strength is infinitely beyond ours;
Love is the greatest Grace, 1 Cor. 13. 13. Love is the first and great Commandment; what ever therefore is most apt to steal away your Love from God, keep your Hearts, while you live, shut against it with an Holy Indignation, Hos. 14. 8. Ephraim shall say, what have I to do any more with Idols? I have heard him and observed him:
Love is the greatest Grace, 1 Cor. 13. 13. Love is the First and great Commandment; what ever Therefore is most apt to steal away your Love from God, keep your Hearts, while you live, shut against it with an Holy Indignation, Hos. 14. 8. Ephraim shall say, what have I to do any more with Idols? I have herd him and observed him:
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You had need to be watchful against the Corruption of your Nature which though there be the Grace of God in Truth in you, is far from being perfectly healed;
You had need to be watchful against the Corruption of your Nature which though there be the Grace of God in Truth in you, is Far from being perfectly healed;
and is ready upon all Occasions, and Temptations, to break forth, to the displeasing of God, the wounding of your Consciences, the defiling of your Souls,
and is ready upon all Occasions, and Temptations, to break forth, to the displeasing of God, the wounding of your Consciences, the defiling of your Souls,
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And whatsoever Iniquity it is, which because it pretends your Security from danger, or your Pleasure and Gain; you find your selves most strongly addicted to; verily there is need of the stricter watch, and more fervent Prayer;
And whatsoever Iniquity it is, which Because it pretends your Security from danger, or your Pleasure and Gain; you find your selves most strongly addicted to; verily there is need of the Stricter watch, and more fervent Prayer;
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that you may not be overcome by, nay that you may not so much as enter into Temptation. The Sin which does most easily beset you, has already done you the greatest mischief,
that you may not be overcome by, nay that you may not so much as enter into Temptation. The since which does most Easily beset you, has already done you the greatest mischief,
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And let not the Lusts, Humours and Pleasures of others have you and your time at Command. And though they think it strange, that you run not with them to the same excess of Riot, speaking evil of you, yet be not discouraged;
And let not the Lustiest, Humours and Pleasures of Others have you and your time At Command. And though they think it strange, that you run not with them to the same excess of Riot, speaking evil of you, yet be not discouraged;
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for they shall give an account unto him that is ready to Judge the quick and the dead, 1 Pet. 4. 4, 5. And that Judge will condemn them, and will Approve and Reward your Diligence in seeking him, and working for him.
for they shall give an account unto him that is ready to Judge the quick and the dead, 1 Pet. 4. 4, 5. And that Judge will condemn them, and will Approve and Reward your Diligence in seeking him, and working for him.
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You have not improved your Afflictions, if you have not ceased to wast, if you have not learned to improve your time. In your Sickness and Distress, what a view had you of Eternity? and what a trouble was it to you, that such a deal of time had been stolen away and lost in Sin and Vanity? Perhaps Eternity was so amazing, in the vastness and unchangeableness of it;
You have not improved your Afflictions, if you have not ceased to wast, if you have not learned to improve your time. In your Sickness and Distress, what a view had you of Eternity? and what a trouble was it to you, that such a deal of time had been stolen away and lost in since and Vanity? Perhaps Eternity was so amazing, in the vastness and unchangeableness of it;
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that you concluded, that if you were to live Methuselahs Age; 'twould be unreasonable to mispend wilfully one hour of it. Now after Affliction is over;
that you concluded, that if you were to live Methuselahs Age; 'twould be unreasonable to misspend wilfully one hour of it. Now After Affliction is over;
will you be lavish of that time still: will you lose any more? Oh see the Wisdom of redeeming Time, Eph. 5. 15, 16. See then that ye walk circumspectly not as Fools but as wise, redeeming the time because the days are evil.
will you be lavish of that time still: will you loose any more? O see the Wisdom of redeeming Time, Ephesians 5. 15, 16. See then that you walk circumspectly not as Fools but as wise, redeeming the time Because the days Are evil.
for to lose all your time; is most certainly to lose your selves, and that for ever. In the other World there is no obtaining Mercy by those who all the while they were in this World, slighted Mercy.
for to loose all your time; is most Certainly to loose your selves, and that for ever. In the other World there is not obtaining Mercy by those who all the while they were in this World, slighted Mercy.
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should be offered frequently, nay continually, with an enlarged Heart, with a willing mind. David was in danger of losing his Life among the Philistines, God preserves it.
should be offered frequently, nay continually, with an enlarged Heart, with a willing mind. David was in danger of losing his Life among the philistines, God preserves it.
Observe the working of the Psalmists grateful Breast, after God had deliver'd his Soul from Death, his Eyes from Tears and his Feet from falling, Psal. 116. 1. I love the Lord because he hath heard my Voice and my Supplication.
Observe the working of the Psalmists grateful Breast, After God had Delivered his Soul from Death, his Eyes from Tears and his Feet from falling, Psalm 116. 1. I love the Lord Because he hath herd my Voice and my Supplication.
V. 12. What shall I render to the Lord for all his Benefits towards me? He thought nothing too good, nothing too much for that God, who had been so good to him;
V. 12. What shall I render to the Lord for all his Benefits towards me? He Thought nothing too good, nothing too much for that God, who had been so good to him;
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Love lies in Desire and Delight; no Mercies so desirable as the Father of Mercies; God Himself is more to be delighted in than any of the Benefits he bestows.
Love lies in Desire and Delight; no mercies so desirable as the Father of mercies; God Himself is more to be delighted in than any of the Benefits he bestows.
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Take heed of loving Deliverance more than your Deliverer. Mercies themselves are Idolized, and it provokes the Lord to Jealousie; if they are prized and delighted in, more than the Lord God of your Mercies.
Take heed of loving Deliverance more than your Deliverer. mercies themselves Are Idolized, and it provokes the Lord to Jealousy; if they Are prized and delighted in, more than the Lord God of your mercies.
therefore commit the keeping of your Souls to God, 1 Pet. 4. 19. Let them commit the keeping of their Souls to Him in well-doing, as unto a Faithful Creator.
Therefore commit the keeping of your Souls to God, 1 Pet. 4. 19. Let them commit the keeping of their Souls to Him in welldoing, as unto a Faithful Creator.
Self-Confidence is an undeniable Argument of Self-Ignorance. Trust your selves in no hands, but those out of which none shall ever be able to pluck you, and those are hands of Christ and the Father, Joh. 10. 27, 28, 29. My Sheep hear my Voice,
Self-Confidence is an undeniable Argument of Self-Ignorance. Trust your selves in no hands, but those out of which none shall ever be able to pluck you, and those Are hands of christ and the Father, John 10. 27, 28, 29. My Sheep hear my Voice,
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Spices beaten in the Mortar, are the more Fragrant; Afflicted Saints should manifest a rare and excellent Spirit; but no Dissatisfaction or Discontent; considering the Truth of this Doctrine, that they are afflicted for their good. You that are Saints;
Spices beaten in the Mortar, Are the more Fragrant; Afflicted Saints should manifest a rare and excellent Spirit; but no Dissatisfaction or Discontent; considering the Truth of this Doctrine, that they Are afflicted for their good. You that Are Saints;
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and as a Sheep before her Shearers is dumb; so he opened not his Mouth. Isa. 53. 7. The Members of the Body should imitate Christ the Head in Patience.
and as a Sheep before her Shearers is dumb; so he opened not his Mouth. Isaiah 53. 7. The Members of the Body should imitate christ the Head in Patience.
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A Patient man, whatever he loses, whatever he suffers, is still himself, not discomposed, not distracted and hurried away from the Conduct and Satisfaction of that Holy Wisdom, and the Grace of God which is in Him.
A Patient man, whatever he loses, whatever he suffers, is still himself, not discomposed, not distracted and hurried away from the Conduct and Satisfaction of that Holy Wisdom, and the Grace of God which is in Him.
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And besides this, Patience will make you less concerned at those Wants; which to impatient Creatures are so sensible an Affliction. He that is very Patient under Sickness, may truly be said not so much to want health; He that is Patient under Poverty, does not so much want Riches.
And beside this, Patience will make you less concerned At those Wants; which to impatient Creatures Are so sensible an Affliction. He that is very Patient under Sickness, may truly be said not so much to want health; He that is Patient under Poverty, does not so much want Riches.
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Patience made the Apostle go through great variety of Conditions with a most even and composed Mind and Spirit, 2 Cor. 6. 4, 8, 9, 10. In all things approving our selves as the Ministers of God in much Patience, in Affliction, in Necessities, in Distresses;
Patience made the Apostle go through great variety of Conditions with a most even and composed Mind and Spirit, 2 Cor. 6. 4, 8, 9, 10. In all things approving our selves as the Ministers of God in much Patience, in Affliction, in Necessities, in Distresses;
Patience very well becomes you, considering the Relation you stand in to God, who is a Father too Good and Wise, to give to any of his Children, a just ground for unsubmission, things cannot be ordered better or with more Wisdom than He orders them.
Patience very well becomes you, considering the Relation you stand in to God, who is a Father too Good and Wise, to give to any of his Children, a just ground for unsubmission, things cannot be ordered better or with more Wisdom than He order them.
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The compliance of your Wills with His; will be a great evidence that you are renewed in the Spirit of your Minds, and that you have the new Heart promised in the new Covenant.
The compliance of your Wills with His; will be a great evidence that you Are renewed in the Spirit of your Minds, and that you have the new Heart promised in the new Covenant.
And this Patience of yours being manifested in whatever you feel from the Hand of God or Man; will be a great Credit to Religion; and a Conviction to the World, that there is a great Efficacy in the Truth of the Gospel,
And this Patience of yours being manifested in whatever you feel from the Hand of God or Man; will be a great Credit to Religion; and a Conviction to the World, that there is a great Efficacy in the Truth of the Gospel,
and is kept through Faith unto Salvation. In Affliction Faith is the Saints mighty support; for Faith bears hard upon the Faithfulness of God, which will never fail;
and is kept through Faith unto Salvation. In Affliction Faith is the Saints mighty support; for Faith bears hard upon the Faithfulness of God, which will never fail;
God is faithful not onely in giving the good things he has promised; but also in vouchsafing Correction which he sees 'tis needful. The Psalmist speaks thus.
God is faithful not only in giving the good things he has promised; but also in vouchsafing Correction which he sees it's needful. The Psalmist speaks thus.
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I have believed, therefore have I spoken, I was greatly afflicted, Psal. 116. 10. The greatness of Affliction hindred not the Acting of his Faith; but his Faith hindred his fainting under the greatest Affliction, Psal. 27. 13. I had fainted, unless I had believed to see the goodness of the Lord in the Land of the living.
I have believed, Therefore have I spoken, I was greatly afflicted, Psalm 116. 10. The greatness of Affliction hindered not the Acting of his Faith; but his Faith hindered his fainting under the greatest Affliction, Psalm 27. 13. I had fainted, unless I had believed to see the Goodness of the Lord in the Land of the living.
God may be trusted in, though his ways are Dark and Cloudy, and his Hand heavy. Nay Holy Job says, Though he slay me yet will I trust in him, Job 13. 15. Though the Providence of God seems hardly reconcileable with his Promises;
God may be trusted in, though his ways Are Dark and Cloudy, and his Hand heavy. Nay Holy Job Says, Though he slay me yet will I trust in him, Job 13. 15. Though the Providence of God seems hardly reconcilable with his Promises;
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In all Afflictions God is making good his Everlasting Covenant, which is well ordered in all things and sure, he is still pursuing his design of Mercy towards his People,
In all Afflictions God is making good his Everlasting Covenant, which is well ordered in all things and sure, he is still pursuing his Design of Mercy towards his People,
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Here you must know that God is of none, but of himself; his Perfections undenied; He is unchangeable, no Addition can be made to his Essential Excellency or his Blessedness.
Here you must know that God is of none, but of himself; his Perfections undenied; He is unchangeable, no Addition can be made to his Essential Excellency or his Blessedness.
As all that come to him find him All-sufficient, so, which is a great deal more, He is Self-sufficient; Infinitely more must be to the Blessedness of God, then would be enough, for the Blessedness of ten thousand Worlds of Men and Angels. So that your glorifying of God is apprehending, acknowledging, and declaring his Glory, not making him really more glorious than he was.
As all that come to him find him All-sufficient, so, which is a great deal more, He is Self-sufficient; Infinitely more must be to the Blessedness of God, then would be enough, for the Blessedness of ten thousand World's of Men and Angels. So that your glorifying of God is apprehending, acknowledging, and declaring his Glory, not making him really more glorious than he was.
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The bitter Cup is intended as a purging Potion. Earnestly therefore desire, that the Iniquity which has most prevailed, and defiled you, may be taken away.
The bitter Cup is intended as a purging Potion. Earnestly Therefore desire, that the Iniquity which has most prevailed, and defiled you, may be taken away.
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He forgives their Iniquities, but takes Vengeance of their Inventions, Psal. 99. 8. That eminent Moses being provoked in his Spirit spake unadvisedly with his Lips, Psal. 106. 33. And that Word cost him his Life. He falls,
He forgives their Iniquities, but Takes Vengeance of their Inventions, Psalm 99. 8. That eminent Moses being provoked in his Spirit spoke unadvisedly with his Lips, Psalm 106. 33. And that Word cost him his Life. He falls,
he may take them up and lash them in the view of all, to vindicate his Holiness, and to make it evident, that he takes no pleasure in Wickedness by whomsoever it is committed.
he may take them up and lash them in the view of all, to vindicate his Holiness, and to make it evident, that he Takes no pleasure in Wickedness by whomsoever it is committed.
Why should Saints be as so many Snails, who ought rather to be swifter than Eagles hasting to the Prey? Is there such an Holy and Mighty Spirit to help your Infirmities? Are there such Promises of assisting Grace? Is there such a glorious Crown and Prize at the end of the race? And does your Salvation grow nearer and nearer every day? Oh put on with greater speed.
Why should Saints be as so many Snails, who ought rather to be swifter than Eagles hasting to the Prey? Is there such an Holy and Mighty Spirit to help your Infirmities? are there such Promises of assisting Grace? Is there such a glorious Crown and Prize At the end of the raze? And does your Salvation grow nearer and nearer every day? O put on with greater speed.
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for the Heavenly Kingdom. Imitate those wisely eager ones, Mat. 11. 12. From the days of John the Baptist until now, the Kingdom of Heaven suffereth Violence,
for the Heavenly Kingdom. Imitate those wisely eager ones, Mathew 11. 12. From the days of John the Baptist until now, the Kingdom of Heaven suffers Violence,
Now they may take heed to all the Flock over which the Holy Ghost has made them overseers to feed the Church of God, which he has purchased with his own Blood, Acts 20. 28. And take heed to their Ministry which they have received in the Lord, that they may fulfil it, Col. 4. 17. Now they may shew themselves in all things Patterns of good Works, Examples to the Flock;
Now they may take heed to all the Flock over which the Holy Ghost has made them Overseers to feed the Church of God, which he has purchased with his own Blood, Acts 20. 28. And take heed to their Ministry which they have received in the Lord, that they may fulfil it, Col. 4. 17. Now they may show themselves in all things Patterns of good Works, Examples to the Flock;
Now with well-doing they may put to silence the Ignorance of foolish men, 1 Pet. 2. 15. Now by a Consciencious Performance of Relative Duties, they may be great Blessings to their Relations,
Now with welldoing they may put to silence the Ignorance of foolish men, 1 Pet. 2. 15. Now by a Conscientious Performance of Relative Duties, they may be great Blessings to their Relations,
in the midst of a crooked and perverse Nation, acting like the Children of God, shining as Lights in the World, holding forth the Word of Life, Phil. 2. 14, 15, 16.
in the midst of a crooked and perverse nation, acting like the Children of God, shining as Lights in the World, holding forth the Word of Life, Philip 2. 14, 15, 16.
But when once Death has seized on the Preachers of the Word, their Mouths are stopt with Earth, and they are effectually silenced; they can speak unto,
But when once Death has seized on the Preachers of the Word, their Mouths Are stopped with Earth, and they Are effectually silenced; they can speak unto,
So did the Apostle, 1 Cor. 15. 31. Dying daily, implies a daily Meditation of Death, looking upon your selves every day within the reach of Death, and a continual preparedness for Death, and a stedfast Resolution rather to suffer Death, than to make Shipwrack of Faith and a good Conscience.
So did the Apostle, 1 Cor. 15. 31. Dying daily, Implies a daily Meditation of Death, looking upon your selves every day within the reach of Death, and a continual preparedness for Death, and a steadfast Resolution rather to suffer Death, than to make Shipwreck of Faith and a good Conscience.
but be perswaded, to live well is to live indeed. Live as those that must die certainly; as those that may die suddenly. Be not offended at the Cross of Christ,
but be persuaded, to live well is to live indeed. Live as those that must die Certainly; as those that may die suddenly. Be not offended At the Cross of christ,
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Pray to be quickned, as the Psalmist often does, Psal. 119. and look unto Jesus, who is a quickning Spirit, 1 Cor. 15. 45. The first Man Adam was made a living Soul, the last Adam was made a quickning Spirit.
prey to be quickened, as the Psalmist often does, Psalm 119. and look unto jesus, who is a quickening Spirit, 1 Cor. 15. 45. The First Man Adam was made a living Soul, the last Adam was made a quickening Spirit.
As he has given you Life, so he is ready to give it more and more abundantly; this will make you to live to him, and to be unweariedly active for him. The quickned Apostl's earnest desire was that Christ might be magnified by him;
As he has given you Life, so he is ready to give it more and more abundantly; this will make you to live to him, and to be unweariedly active for him. The quickened Apostl's earnest desire was that christ might be magnified by him;
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The Rainbow, the emblem of Peace and token of the Covenant, is often seen in the blackest Cloud. The Saints are never in such depths; but Comfort belongs to them, 'tis good for them to be as they are; nay all things considered; 'tis best for them.
The Rainbow, the emblem of Peace and token of the Covenant, is often seen in the Blackest Cloud. The Saints Are never in such depths; but Comfort belongs to them, it's good for them to be as they Are; nay all things considered; it's best for them.
Let them be plagued, let them be chastned never so sore; yet God is good to Israel, even to them that are of a clean Heart, Psal. 73. 1. God is their God,
Let them be plagued, let them be chastened never so soar; yet God is good to Israel, even to them that Are of a clean Heart, Psalm 73. 1. God is their God,
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and his dealings are ever according to his Gracious Covenant. His wounding of them, is not like the wounds given by an Enemy, but like the Chyrurgians Lancings in order to greater soundness and for Lifes Preservation, Isa. 27. Hath he smitten him, as he smote those that smote him? No no, great is the Difference between the Rod and the Scorpion; between Believers being chastned as Children; and the Wicked their falling into the hands of the Living God, who takes Vengeance upon them.
and his dealings Are ever according to his Gracious Covenant. His wounding of them, is not like the wounds given by an Enemy, but like the Chirurgians Lancings in order to greater soundness and for Life's Preservation, Isaiah 27. Hath he smitten him, as he smote those that smote him? No no, great is the Difference between the Rod and the Scorpion; between Believers being chastened as Children; and the Wicked their falling into the hands of the Living God, who Takes Vengeance upon them.
The Conscience is bettered as to calmness and cleanness, the Heart is made more pure, the Spirit of the Lord works a greater change into the Image of God;
The Conscience is bettered as to calmness and cleanness, the Heart is made more pure, the Spirit of the Lord works a greater change into the Image of God;
so that there is an advancing from Glory to Glory. When Job had been some while afflicted, his Spirit began to run more clear, Job 23. 10. But he knoweth the way that I take,
so that there is an advancing from Glory to Glory. When Job had been Some while afflicted, his Spirit began to run more clear, Job 23. 10. But he Knoweth the Way that I take,
3. That good which the Saints reap by Affliction, is peculiar and distinguishing. Wicked men are either stupid under Affliction; or if they are startled;
3. That good which the Saints reap by Affliction, is peculiar and distinguishing. Wicked men Are either stupid under Affliction; or if they Are startled;
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but vast is the Worldly gain accrueing hereby to the living; by this Craft comes in the Priests Wealth. But the Purgatory of Affliction, promotes Purity, and is really Beneficial.
but vast is the Worldly gain accrueing hereby to the living; by this Craft comes in the Priests Wealth. But the Purgatory of Affliction, promotes Purity, and is really Beneficial.
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The Rod at present yeilds the peaceable fruits of Righteousness, and when these are brought forth a Crown of Righteousness is assured, 2 Tim. 4. 8. I have done with the first Doctrine, That Saints are afflicted for their good.
The Rod At present yields the peaceable fruits of Righteousness, and when these Are brought forth a Crown of Righteousness is assured, 2 Tim. 4. 8. I have done with the First Doctrine, That Saints Are afflicted for their good.
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He has not learned the Word, who does not believe it to be indeed the Word of God, who cannot lie, 2 Tim. 3. 16. All Scripture is given by Inspiration of God.
He has not learned the Word, who does not believe it to be indeed the Word of God, who cannot lie, 2 Tim. 3. 16. All Scripture is given by Inspiration of God.
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Mens Contradictions to the Word are audacious and damnable falshoods. And if Angels from Heaven should speak contrary to it, they must not have our Assent, but our Anathema, Gal. 1. 8. But though we or an Angel from Heaven, preach any other Gospel unto you;
Men's Contradictions to the Word Are audacious and damnable falsehoods. And if Angels from Heaven should speak contrary to it, they must not have our Assent, but our Anathema, Gal. 1. 8. But though we or an Angel from Heaven, preach any other Gospel unto you;
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They who have learned the Word of God, perceive the Harmony of all its parts; and believe the whole, and are influenced by that belief, for the certain Truth of the Word makes it most Encouraging and Comfortable to the Saints; and with what Sweet Security do they rest upon it!
They who have learned the Word of God, perceive the Harmony of all its parts; and believe the Whole, and Are influenced by that belief, for the certain Truth of the Word makes it most Encouraging and Comfortable to the Saints; and with what Sweet Security do they rest upon it!
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he is worthy that all things should be referred to him, and that in all things, he should always be glorified, Rom. 11. 36. For of him, and through him,
he is worthy that all things should be referred to him, and that in all things, he should always be glorified, Rom. 11. 36. For of him, and through him,
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great notice is taken of its design; and the Learners aim is accordingly directed. The Glory of God and mans truest good are inseparably conjoined. So that this is past doubt,
great notice is taken of its Design; and the Learners aim is accordingly directed. The Glory of God and men Truest good Are inseparably conjoined. So that this is past doubt,
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The hands must be cleansed, and so must especially the Heart, Jam. 4. 8. Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you, cleanse your Hands ye Sinners, purifie your Hearts ye double minded.
The hands must be cleansed, and so must especially the Heart, Jam. 4. 8. Draw High to God, and he will draw High to you, cleanse your Hands you Sinners, purify your Hearts you double minded.
4. Learning the Word, implies beholding wondrous things in the Word of God, Psal. 119. 18. Open thou my Eyes, that I may behold wondrous things out of thy Law.
4. Learning the Word, Implies beholding wondrous things in the Word of God, Psalm 119. 18. Open thou my Eyes, that I may behold wondrous things out of thy Law.
The Light which shines forth from hence, is marvellous, 1 Pet. 2. 2. That ye should shew forth the Praises of him, who hath called you out of Darkness into marvellous Light.
The Light which shines forth from hence, is marvellous, 1 Pet. 2. 2. That you should show forth the Praises of him, who hath called you out of Darkness into marvellous Light.
The Mercy is amazing; which saves from so much Sin; prevents no less than endless Misery; and brings those to Eternal Life, who deserved to die the Eternal Death, Jud. v. 21. Keep your selves in the Love of God, looking for the Mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ unto Eternal Life.
The Mercy is amazing; which saves from so much since; prevents no less than endless Misery; and brings those to Eternal Life, who deserved to die the Eternal Death, Jud. v. 21. Keep your selves in the Love of God, looking for the Mercy of our Lord jesus christ unto Eternal Life.
That Wisdom, which appears in the contrivance of Mans Redemption by Christ the Mediator, is the Admiration of the elect Principalities and Powers, Eph. 3. 10. To the intent that now unto thee Principalities and Powers in the Heavenly Places, might be known by the Church the manifold Wisdom of God.
That Wisdom, which appears in the contrivance of men Redemption by christ the Mediator, is the Admiration of the elect Principalities and Powers, Ephesians 3. 10. To the intent that now unto thee Principalities and Powers in the Heavenly Places, might be known by the Church the manifold Wisdom of God.
And the Love of God in Christ, is most sweetly astonishing! 'Tis without Motive, without Measure, without Alteration, its height and length and depth and breadth are past our reach and finding out. And how highly are those who are interested in this Love, advanced! 1 Joh. 3. 1. Behold what manner of Love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the Sons of God! and all his Sons are heirs of Everlasting Glory.
And the Love of God in christ, is most sweetly astonishing! It's without Motive, without Measure, without Alteration, its height and length and depth and breadth Are past our reach and finding out. And how highly Are those who Are interested in this Love, advanced! 1 John 3. 1. Behold what manner of Love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the Sons of God! and all his Sons Are Heirs of Everlasting Glory.
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To know the Truth as it is in Jesus, is to know Christ himself, and all Divine Truths with respect to Christ. He is the Center in which all the Lines in Scripture meet. If God be lookt upon without respect to this Mediator; the remembrance of the Holy and Righteous and Almighty Jehovah;
To know the Truth as it is in jesus, is to know christ himself, and all Divine Truths with respect to christ. He is the Centre in which all the Lines in Scripture meet. If God be looked upon without respect to this Mediator; the remembrance of the Holy and Righteous and Almighty Jehovah;
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must needs be terrible and confounding to guilty and defiled Sinners. But the Knowledge of God in Christ, is beneficial and reviving; for in Christ he is accessible, and a God in Covenant; and how encouraging is the Knowledg of Duty; when we look to Jesus, because in Christ we have assisting Grace to do it sincerely;
must needs be terrible and confounding to guilty and defiled Sinners. But the Knowledge of God in christ, is beneficial and reviving; for in christ he is accessible, and a God in Covenant; and how encouraging is the Knowledge of Duty; when we look to jesus, Because in christ we have assisting Grace to do it sincerely;
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Though the House be Spiritual; though the Priesthood be Holy, though the Sacrifice be Spiritual; yet 'tis not upon their own, but upon the account of Jesus Christ, that they are acceptable. Looking to Jesus, we may look upon Sin and Misery without dismay, nay with thankful Hearts, for He saves from both, and through him an abundant entrance is administred into the Everlasting Kingdom.
Though the House be Spiritual; though the Priesthood be Holy, though the Sacrifice be Spiritual; yet it's not upon their own, but upon the account of jesus christ, that they Are acceptable. Looking to jesus, we may look upon since and Misery without dismay, nay with thankful Hearts, for He saves from both, and through him an abundant Entrance is administered into the Everlasting Kingdom.
This Word shews its Power in pulling down strong holds, in casting down Imaginations; and every high thing that exalteth it self against the Knowledg of God;
This Word shows its Power in pulling down strong holds, in casting down Imaginations; and every high thing that Exalteth it self against the Knowledge of God;
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and in bringing thoughts into Captivity and Obedience to Christ, 2 Cor. 10. 4, 5. The Spirit of God wrought Signs and Wonders and divers Miracles, according to his own Will;
and in bringing thoughts into Captivity and obedience to christ, 2 Cor. 10. 4, 5. The Spirit of God wrought Signs and Wonders and diverse Miracles, according to his own Will;
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and these were part of the Spirit's Demonstration of its Truth. And Miracles in the New Creation cease not to be wrought still by the same Spirit. The Word is made an effectual means, to make the dead in Sin alive to God, to make the Blind to see, and the Lame to walk in the Way of Gods Commandments.
and these were part of the Spirit's Demonstration of its Truth. And Miracles in the New Creation cease not to be wrought still by the same Spirit. The Word is made an effectual means, to make the dead in since alive to God, to make the Blind to see, and the Lame to walk in the Way of God's commandments.
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Mammon and Satan make but very poor and mean offers and their Promises are deceitful, they can offer nothing but what is temporal, the things they boast of are onely good in appearance; and they quickly vanish away.
Mammon and Satan make but very poor and mean offers and their Promises Are deceitful, they can offer nothing but what is temporal, the things they boast of Are only good in appearance; and they quickly vanish away.
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the Promises here are so firm, that they shall remain, when Heaven and Earth shall pass away, Psal. 119. 152. Concerning thy Testimonies, I have known of old, that thou hast founded them for ever.
the Promises Here Are so firm, that they shall remain, when Heaven and Earth shall pass away, Psalm 119. 152. Concerning thy Testimonies, I have known of old, that thou hast founded them for ever.
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He that casts the commands behind his back, is very Presumptuous in applying Promises to himself. That Hope will make a man ashamed, which is not accompanied with Obedience.
He that Cast the commands behind his back, is very Presumptuous in applying Promises to himself. That Hope will make a man ashamed, which is not accompanied with obedience.
yea we establish the Law, Christ the Churches Head and Prophet, in his Sermon upon the Mount, shews the extent of the Law, requiring Purity in the Heart and Thoughts,
yea we establish the Law, christ the Churches Head and Prophet, in his Sermon upon the Mount, shows the extent of the Law, requiring Purity in the Heart and Thoughts,
but those that teach and do them, he owns as great in his Kingdom, Mat. 5. 19. The Law spoken from Mount Sinai is established by the Legislator Christ, in Mount Sion as a Rule of Righteousness. And they who are rightly instructed, which walk according to this Rule, both Heart and Conversation will be order'd according to its Direction,
but those that teach and do them, he owns as great in his Kingdom, Mathew 5. 19. The Law spoken from Mount Sinai is established by the Legislator christ, in Mount Sion as a Rule of Righteousness. And they who Are rightly instructed, which walk according to this Rule, both Heart and Conversation will be ordered according to its Direction,
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9. Learning the Word, implies a living in Expectation and Hope of that Glory which God in his Word has revealed, Rom. 5. 2. By whom we have access by Faith into this Grace wherein we stand,
9. Learning the Word, Implies a living in Expectation and Hope of that Glory which God in his Word has revealed, Rom. 5. 2. By whom we have access by Faith into this Grace wherein we stand,
and stands fast in the Lord himself, and at last receives the blessed Life that is promised, 1 Joh. 2. 24, 25. Let that therefore abide in you which ye have heard from the beginning;
and Stands fast in the Lord himself, and At last receives the blessed Life that is promised, 1 John 2. 24, 25. Let that Therefore abide in you which you have herd from the beginning;
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Strangers they are to its Power, and haters of its Purity, and most foolishly and wickedly neglect that Grace and Salvation, which is there tender'd to them!
Strangers they Are to its Power, and haters of its Purity, and most foolishly and wickedly neglect that Grace and Salvation, which is there tendered to them!
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How many may Sigh for Sorrow, that they have learned the Word of God no better! that their Faith is no stronger, their delight in the Word of God no greater!
How many may Sighs for Sorrow, that they have learned the Word of God no better! that their Faith is no Stronger, their delight in the Word of God no greater!
Conscience being startled causes fear; Where there was too much unconcernedness and stupidity before. The Consciences of Josephs Brethren after the great Injury they did him;
Conscience being startled Causes Fear; Where there was too much unconcernedness and stupidity before. The Consciences of Josephs Brothers After the great Injury they did him;
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but Distress and Affliction awakened them, Gen. 42. 21. They said one to another, We are verily guilty concerning our Brother, in that we saw the anguish of his Soul,
but Distress and Affliction awakened them, Gen. 42. 21. They said one to Another, We Are verily guilty Concerning our Brother, in that we saw the anguish of his Soul,
and hereupon they that are afflicted, are at better leasure to consider their ways, Eccles. 7. 14. In the day of Adversity consider. God is not to be complained of for punishing Sin;
and hereupon they that Are afflicted, Are At better leisure to Consider their ways, Eccles. 7. 14. In the day of Adversity Consider. God is not to be complained of for punishing since;
Most men forget the Lord all their days, Jer. 2. 32. Can a Maid forget her Ornaments? or a Bride her attire? yet my People have forgotten me days without number.
Most men forget the Lord all their days, Jer. 2. 32. Can a Maid forget her Ornament? or a Bride her attire? yet my People have forgotten me days without number.
and wherefore it was that God hid his Face and counted him for his Enemy, Job 13. 23, 24. 4. The Rod of Affliction, brings Iniquity to remembrance, which is contrary to the Word of God.
and Wherefore it was that God hid his Face and counted him for his Enemy, Job 13. 23, 24. 4. The Rod of Affliction, brings Iniquity to remembrance, which is contrary to the Word of God.
The very first stroke of Correction, how of a sudden has it opened mens Eyes, and marshall'd their Sins more terrible than an Army with Banners before them!
The very First stroke of Correction, how of a sudden has it opened men's Eyes, and marshaled their Sins more terrible than an Army with Banners before them!
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Now the remembrance of Sin is a great ingredient in true Contrition and Repentance, which the Word of God so often calls for, Ezek. 36. 31. Then shall ye remember your evil ways,
Now the remembrance of since is a great ingredient in true Contrition and Repentance, which the Word of God so often calls for, Ezekiel 36. 31. Then shall you Remember your evil ways,
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5. The Rod of Affliction, brings Duty to remembrance, which the Word of God requires. Omission and neglect of Duty, and negligence in Duty, are then reflected on with grief;
5. The Rod of Affliction, brings Duty to remembrance, which the Word of God requires. Omission and neglect of Duty, and negligence in Duty, Are then reflected on with grief;
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and let it be the constant design, that God in all things may be glorified through Jesus Christ, 1 Pet. 4. 11. Affliction vehemently urges unto practical Godliness,
and let it be the constant Design, that God in all things may be glorified through jesus christ, 1 Pet. 4. 11. Affliction vehemently urges unto practical Godliness,
Doers of the Word are blessed in their deed, whereas those Professours are Self-deceivers, who satisfie themselves with a Faith which Works not, but is dead, Jam. 1. 22. But be ye doers of the Word,
Doers of the Word Are blessed in their deed, whereas those Professors Are Self-deceivers, who satisfy themselves with a Faith which Works not, but is dead, Jam. 1. 22. But be you doers of the Word,
6. The Rod of Affliction brings Death to remembrance, and Death brings the Night, when the Work, which the Word of God calls for, can be done no more, Joh. 9. 4. I must work the Works of him that sent me while 'tis day, the night cometh when no man can work:
6. The Rod of Affliction brings Death to remembrance, and Death brings the Night, when the Work, which the Word of God calls for, can be done no more, John 9. 4. I must work the Works of him that sent me while it's day, the night comes when no man can work:
he will number his days aright, and do the Work for which time and days are given him, Psal. 90. 12. Teach us so to number our days, that we may apply our Hearts to Wisdom.
he will number his days aright, and do the Work for which time and days Are given him, Psalm 90. 12. Teach us so to number our days, that we may apply our Hearts to Wisdom.
If the Word now bind thee, because of thy Ʋnbelief and Impenitency in Sin; thou art bound in Heaven. If the Word now condemns thee; continuing as thou art;
If the Word now bind thee, Because of thy Ʋnbelief and Impenitency in since; thou art bound in Heaven. If the Word now condemns thee; Continuing as thou art;
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but the Obedience and Sufferings of his Dear Son. But yet Obedience to the Word of God, is like taking away the fewel from the fire, whereby the fire is extinguished,
but the obedience and Sufferings of his Dear Son. But yet obedience to the Word of God, is like taking away the fuel from the fire, whereby the fire is extinguished,
it issued well, the Ninevites repent of their wickedness, God repents of his Anger, and does not pour it upon them, Jon. 3. 10. And God saw their Works, that they turned from their evil ways;
it issued well, the Ninevites Repent of their wickedness, God repents of his Anger, and does not pour it upon them, Jon. 3. 10. And God saw their Works, that they turned from their evil ways;
Gods forbearing to afflict; is sometimes an Argument of great displeasure, Isa. 1. 5. Why should ye be stricken any more? ye will still revolt more and more.
God's forbearing to afflict; is sometime an Argument of great displeasure, Isaiah 1. 5. Why should you be stricken any more? you will still revolt more and more.
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when it falleth suddenly upon them. Eccles. 9. 12. 5. Saints which are not exercised with Affliction, had need to be very careful, that gentler methods which are used, be effectual to their Progress in Grace and Holiness.
when it falls suddenly upon them. Eccles. 9. 12. 5. Saints which Are not exercised with Affliction, had need to be very careful, that Gentler methods which Are used, be effectual to their Progress in Grace and Holiness.
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Hence that Caution, Deut. 8. 10, 11. When thou hast eaten and art full, beware that thou forget not the Lord thy God, in not keeping his Commandments,
Hence that Caution, Deuteronomy 8. 10, 11. When thou hast eaten and art full, beware that thou forget not the Lord thy God, in not keeping his commandments,
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And if in the height of Prosperity, where neither frown is seen in Gods face, nor blow felt from his hand, He is with Joy remembred and served; this Obedience is with great evidence of Sincerity and Uprightness.
And if in the height of Prosperity, where neither frown is seen in God's face, nor blow felt from his hand, He is with Joy remembered and served; this obedience is with great evidence of Sincerity and Uprightness.
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as well as how we have profited under Ordinances. Frequent Troubles should make our Consciences more tender, Sin by the blows of the Rod should be struck more dead; we should live more as Pilgrims on Earth, our Eye should be more upon the Heavenly Inheritance; and the Apple of our Eye should not be kept with greater chariness, than we keep the Word of God, Prov. 7. 2. Keep my Commandments and live,
as well as how we have profited under Ordinances. Frequent Troubles should make our Consciences more tender, since by the blows of the Rod should be struck more dead; we should live more as Pilgrim's on Earth, our Eye should be more upon the Heavenly Inheritance; and the Apple of our Eye should not be kept with greater chariness, than we keep the Word of God, Curae 7. 2. Keep my commandments and live,
That you may attain to this Learning (incomparably the truest and best Learning in the World) is the design of Preaching; and you see 'tis the design of Afflicting Providences. And Mercies are bestowed with the same intent, Psal. 105. 45. All the deliverances wrought for Israel, God wrought them to this end, That they might observe his Statutes, and keep his Laws.
That you may attain to this Learning (incomparably the Truest and best Learning in the World) is the Design of Preaching; and you see it's the Design of Afflicting Providences. And mercies Are bestowed with the same intent, Psalm 105. 45. All the Deliverances wrought for Israel, God wrought them to this end, That they might observe his Statutes, and keep his Laws.
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That Wisdom, which is to be found in the Word of God, is a Treasure more valuable than all the Treasures on Earth; and this Treasure lies deep; but 'tis highly worth searching for.
That Wisdom, which is to be found in the Word of God, is a Treasure more valuable than all the Treasures on Earth; and this Treasure lies deep; but it's highly worth searching for.
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Nay this Word of God is not only your Treasure; but 'tis as much as your Life is worth, to neglect this Word of God, Deut. 32. 46, 47. Set your Hearts unto all the Words, which I testifie among you this day,
Nay this Word of God is not only your Treasure; but it's as much as your Life is worth, to neglect this Word of God, Deuteronomy 32. 46, 47. Set your Hearts unto all the Words, which I testify among you this day,
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There is not any Affliction, but it ought to be lookt upon as an Admonition to take greater heed to the Holy Scripture, which is profitable for Doctrine,
There is not any Affliction, but it ought to be looked upon as an Admonition to take greater heed to the Holy Scripture, which is profitable for Doctrine,
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for Reproof, for Correction, for Instruction in Righteousness, that the Man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works, 2 Tim. 3. 16, 17. 2. Be sensible, that true and saving Knowledge is from above, therefore ask it from thence, Jam. 1. 5. If any of you lack Wisdom, let him ask it of God;
for Reproof, for Correction, for Instruction in Righteousness, that the Man of God may be perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good works, 2 Tim. 3. 16, 17. 2. Be sensible, that true and Saving Knowledge is from above, Therefore ask it from thence, Jam. 1. 5. If any of you lack Wisdom, let him ask it of God;
And as God is the Father of Lights, so his Spirit is the Spirit of Wisdom and Revelation, Eph. 1. 17, 18. He enlightens the Eyes of the Understanding, and puts saving Knowledge into the Heart.
And as God is the Father of Lights, so his Spirit is the Spirit of Wisdom and Revelation, Ephesians 1. 17, 18. He enlightens the Eyes of the Understanding, and puts Saving Knowledge into the Heart.
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What an Instructer is the Spirit of the Lord! He not onely reveals Gods Counsel; but gives an Heart to apprehend it, and to be answerably affected with it.
What an Instructer is the Spirit of the Lord! He not only reveals God's Counsel; but gives an Heart to apprehend it, and to be answerably affected with it.
He geveth his Word unto Jacob, his Statutes and his Judgments to the Children of Israel, Psal. 147. 19, 20. And Psal. 119. 164. Seven times a day do I Praise thee, because of thy Righteous Judgments.
He Giveth his Word unto Jacob, his Statutes and his Judgments to the Children of Israel, Psalm 147. 19, 20. And Psalm 119. 164. Seven times a day do I Praise thee, Because of thy Righteous Judgments.
but the Son, and he to whom the Son shall reveal him, Mat. 11. 17. He opens the Eyes and Understanding to understand the Scripture, Luk. 24. 45. The Gospel is as it were a Sealed Book, till he opens it;
but the Son, and he to whom the Son shall reveal him, Mathew 11. 17. He Opens the Eyes and Understanding to understand the Scripture, Luk. 24. 45. The Gospel is as it were a Sealed Book, till he Opens it;
Make no Provision for any fleshly or wordly Lusts, for these Lusts of the Heart influence the Head; and hinder the Light from shining there so clearly and powerfully, both Mind and Conscience by fulfilling these Lusts will be defiled. The Apostle plainly intimates, that the old man must be put off which is corrupt according to deceitful Lusts;
Make no Provision for any fleshly or wordly Lustiest, for these Lustiest of the Heart influence the Head; and hinder the Light from shining there so clearly and powerfully, both Mind and Conscience by fulfilling these Lustiest will be defiled. The Apostle plainly intimates, that the old man must be put off which is corrupt according to deceitful Lustiest;
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or else we can never be renewed in the Spirit of our Mind, Eph. 4. 22, 23. In short, be willing to know the Truth, that you may be sanctified by the Truth.
or Else we can never be renewed in the Spirit of our Mind, Ephesians 4. 22, 23. In short, be willing to know the Truth, that you may be sanctified by the Truth.
What has been spoken already may be in part an Answer to this Question. But that this great Case may be more fully resolved; I shall add these Particulars.
What has been spoken already may be in part an Answer to this Question. But that this great Case may be more Fully resolved; I shall add these Particulars.
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and it must Swallow up the fear of the greatest Men, who will dislike you for the sake of Righteousness, Psal. 119. 161. Princes have persecuted me without a cause;
and it must Swallow up the Fear of the greatest Men, who will dislike you for the sake of Righteousness, Psalm 119. 161. Princes have persecuted me without a cause;
Worldly Wisdom, Riches, Might, and earthly Greatness, are very despicable, compared with that Knowledge of God, which this Word is a means to convey to us, Jer. 9. 23, 24. Thus saith the Lord, let not the wise man Glory in his Wisdom,
Worldly Wisdom, Riches, Might, and earthly Greatness, Are very despicable, compared with that Knowledge of God, which this Word is a means to convey to us, Jer. 9. 23, 24. Thus Says the Lord, let not the wise man Glory in his Wisdom,
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But let him that glorieth, Glory in this, that he understandeth and knoweth Me. See how the Policy of the greatest Potentates on Earth is disparaged in Comparison of Scriptural Wisdom, and not without sufficient Reason.
But let him that Glorieth, Glory in this, that he understands and Knoweth Me. See how the Policy of the greatest Potentates on Earth is disparaged in Comparison of Scriptural Wisdom, and not without sufficient Reason.
In my Text the Psalmist having said, 'Tis good for me that I have been afflicted, presently expresses his Estimation of the Word, above thousands of Gold and Silver.
In my Text the Psalmist having said, It's good for me that I have been afflicted, presently Expresses his Estimation of the Word, above thousands of Gold and Silver.
If the Word has an higher Room in your Judgments and Affections after Affliction, Affliction has certainly done you good, and you have learned the Word to good purpose.
If the Word has an higher Room in your Judgments and Affections After Affliction, Affliction has Certainly done you good, and you have learned the Word to good purpose.
if you Love and Delight therein, and make it your continual Meditation, Psal. 119. 15, 16. I will Meditate in thy Precepts and have respect unto thy Ways, I will delight my self in thy Statutes, I will not forget thy Word.
if you Love and Delight therein, and make it your continual Meditation, Psalm 119. 15, 16. I will Meditate in thy Precepts and have respect unto thy Ways, I will delight my self in thy Statutes, I will not forget thy Word.
The more you love the Word, the greater will be your Peace, and you will hold on in the best ways without offence or stumbling, Psal. 119. 165. Great Peace have they that love thy Law, and nothing shall offend them.
The more you love the Word, the greater will be your Peace, and you will hold on in the best ways without offence or stumbling, Psalm 119. 165. Great Peace have they that love thy Law, and nothing shall offend them.
not to keep it in the Heart, though there be a specious form and shew of Religion, is but demure and abominable Hypocrisie. If the Word be in your Hearts,
not to keep it in the Heart, though there be a specious from and show of Religion, is but demure and abominable Hypocrisy. If the Word be in your Hearts,
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how will it as nourishing Food well concocted there make you strong in Spirit! It will make your Hearts both clean and comfortable, and as a powerful Antidote expel Sins Poyson, Psal. 119. 11. Thy Word have I hid in my Heart, that I might not Sin against Thee.
how will it as nourishing Food well concocted there make you strong in Spirit! It will make your Hearts both clean and comfortable, and as a powerful Antidote expel Sins Poison, Psalm 119. 11. Thy Word have I hid in my Heart, that I might not since against Thee.
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That Noble Pair, had learned the Word indeed, of whom it was said, Luk. 1. 6. And they were both righteous before God, walking in all the Commandments and Ordinances of the Lord blameless.
That Noble Pair, had learned the Word indeed, of whom it was said, Luk. 1. 6. And they were both righteous before God, walking in all the commandments and Ordinances of the Lord blameless.
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you will speak for it, for the Word will commend it self. Mind those Injunctions, Eph. 4. 29. Let no corrupt Communication proceed out of your Mouths,
you will speak for it, for the Word will commend it self. Mind those Injunctions, Ephesians 4. 29. Let no corrupt Communication proceed out of your Mouths,
if you are not ready to commend it that it may have a Room in the Hearts of others? And let not your Commendation of the Word be verbal onely but real. Let your Conversations ever become the Gospel, Live suirably to such a pure, Holy and Heavenly Word,
if you Are not ready to commend it that it may have a Room in the Hearts of Others? And let not your Commendation of the Word be verbal only but real. Let your Conversations ever become the Gospel, Live suirably to such a pure, Holy and Heavenly Word,
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but your Duty towards Man. In all your ways, God is to be eyed and acknowledged, that by his Word your Paths may be directed, Prov. 3. 6. Trade must be managed by the Word,
but your Duty towards Man. In all your ways, God is to be eyed and acknowledged, that by his Word your Paths may be directed, Curae 3. 6. Trade must be managed by the Word,
Persevering in Obedience will prove you NONLATINALPHABET indeed Disciples, Joh. 8. 31. Jesus said to those Jews, who believed in him; if ye continue in my Word,
Persevering in obedience will prove you indeed Disciples, John 8. 31. jesus said to those jews, who believed in him; if you continue in my Word,
This shews the Lord himself has been your Teacher, and is teaching you still and strengthning you together, Psal. 119. 33. Teach me O Lord the way of thy Statutes,
This shows the Lord himself has been your Teacher, and is teaching you still and strengthening you together, Psalm 119. 33. Teach me Oh Lord the Way of thy Statutes,
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Vivificat•• Christi sanguine, etiam qui fudit sanguinem Christi; Talis est Christi ac tanta patientia; quae nisi talis existeret; Paulum quoque Apostolum Ecclesia non haberet. Cypr. de bono Patientiae. p. mihi 316.
Vivificat•• Christ sanguine, etiam qui fudit sanguinem Christ; Talis est Christ ac tanta patientia; Quae nisi Talis existeret; Paulum quoque Apostolum Ecclesia non haberet. Cyprus de Bono Patientiae. p. mihi 316.
Patientia est quae nos Deo commendat & servat. Ipsa est quae iram temperat; quae linguam fraenat, quae mentem gubernat, pacem custodit, incendium simultatis extinguit, coercet potentiam divitum, inopiam pauperum refovet; facit humiles in prosperis, in adversis fortes; contra injurias & contumelias mites; tentationes expugnat, persecutiones tolerat, passiones & martyria consummat. Cyprian. De Patientiae bono, pag. mihi 319.
Patientia est Quae nos God commendat & Servant. Ipsa est Quae iram temperate; Quae Linguam fraenat, Quae mentem Governor, pacem Custodit, incendium simultatis extinguit, coercet potentiam Divitum, inopiam Pauperum refovet; facit Humiles in prosperis, in adversis forts; contra injurias & contumelias mites; temptations expugnat, Persecutions tolerate, Passions & Martyrs consummate. Cyprian. De Patientiae Bono, page. mihi 319.
