Eighteen sermons preached upon several texts of Scripture by William Whittaker, late minister of Magdalen Bermondsey, Southwark ; to which is added his funeral sermon preached by Sam. Annesley.
THE two great rocks which all the children of men are in danger of suffering the everlasting ship-wrack of their souls upon, are presumption and despair.
THE two great Rocks which all the children of men Are in danger of suffering the everlasting shipwreck of their Souls upon, Are presumption and despair.
And for presumption, (because of our natural pride, self flattery, high thoughts of our selves, our carnal security and multitudes of other inbred distempers) it is hard to escape it;
And for presumption, (Because of our natural pride, self flattery, high thoughts of our selves, our carnal security and Multitudes of other inbred distempers) it is hard to escape it;
Therefore God as a tender Father to 〈 … 〉 high regard of his Peoples comfort 〈 … 〉, hath been pleased to provide against 〈 … 〉 ragements, these three ways.
Therefore God as a tender Father to 〈 … 〉 high regard of his Peoples Comfort 〈 … 〉, hath been pleased to provide against 〈 … 〉 ragements, these three ways.
The Apostle in the 15 verse, saith, (This is a faithful saying, and worthy of all acceptation that Jesus Christ came into the world to save sinners, whereof I am chief,) having set down the ••ches of Divine Grace,
The Apostle in the 15 verse, Says, (This is a faithful saying, and worthy of all acceptation that jesus christ Come into the world to save Sinners, whereof I am chief,) having Set down the ••ches of Divine Grace,
How be it for this cause I obtained mercy, &c. In the words here is — 1 S. Pauls humble and thankful acknowledgment of that kindness and mercy which God had shewed to him;
How be it for this cause I obtained mercy, etc. In the words Here is — 1 S. Paul's humble and thankful acknowledgment of that kindness and mercy which God had showed to him;
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— 2. The gratious interpretation and Construction, with the improvement he makes of this mercy. 1.8. Pauls humble and thankful acknowledgement of that kindness and mercy which God had shown him.
— 2. The gracious Interpretation and Construction, with the improvement he makes of this mercy. 1.8. Paul's humble and thankful acknowledgement of that kindness and mercy which God had shown him.
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and Injurions, yet I obtained mercy, because I did it ignorantly in unbelief, (not that S. Paul would thereby extenuate or diminish his sins, he onely comforted himself in this that his sins were committed out of ignorance, there was more of mistake then maliciousness in them;
and Injurious, yet I obtained mercy, Because I did it ignorantly in unbelief, (not that S. Paul would thereby extenuate or diminish his Sins, he only comforted himself in this that his Sins were committed out of ignorance, there was more of mistake then maliciousness in them;
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and that he did not intend an extenuation or diminution of his sins, appears because he aggravates them so much and maketh it so great a wonder that ever such an one as he should obtain mercy).
and that he did not intend an extenuation or diminution of his Sins, appears Because he aggravates them so much and makes it so great a wonder that ever such an one as he should obtain mercy).
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for if any person may seem to be uncapable of mercy, saith he, I was as like as any, I came so near the borders of the unpardonable sin, that it is a wonder to me,
for if any person may seem to be uncapable of mercy, Says he, I was as like as any, I Come so near the borders of the unpardonable since, that it is a wonder to me,
but for the incouragement of others in after times, For this cause I obtained mercy, that in me first Jesus Christ might shew forth all long suffering for a pattern to them which should hereafter believe, &c. It is the Language of a humble and thankful soul, For this cause I obtained mercy, that in me first:
but for the encouragement of Others in After times, For this cause I obtained mercy, that in me First jesus christ might show forth all long suffering for a pattern to them which should hereafter believe, etc. It is the Language of a humble and thankful soul, For this cause I obtained mercy, that in me First:
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First, how? it cannot be understood in respect of order of time, because there were multitudes who had obtained mercy, that lived in the ages before and as great sinners as S. Paul, as Manasseh and others, in the Old and New Testament.
First, how? it cannot be understood in respect of order of time, Because there were Multitudes who had obtained mercy, that lived in the ages before and as great Sinners as S. Paul, as Manasses and Others, in the Old and New Testament.
Besides the word is the same with that in the verse before NONLATINALPHABET, which is translated there, Chief, This is a faithful saying, that Jesus Christ came into the world to save sinners of whom (NONLATINALPHABET) I am chief.
Beside the word is the same with that in the verse before, which is translated there, Chief, This is a faithful saying, that jesus christ Come into the world to save Sinners of whom () I am chief.
and the severity he expresseth toward his enemies, that these might be improved by us to our good, 15. Rom. 4. For whatsoever things were written aforetime, were written for our learning, that we through patience and comfort of the Scriptures might have hope.
and the severity he Expresses towards his enemies, that these might be improved by us to our good, 15. Rom. 4. For whatsoever things were written aforetime, were written for our learning, that we through patience and Comfort of the Scriptures might have hope.
2. Doct. One of the highest expressions of our thankfulness to God for the mercies he hath vouchsafed to us, is to do our utmost to encourage others to own and acknowledge,
2. Doct. One of the highest expressions of our thankfulness to God for the Mercies he hath vouchsafed to us, is to do our utmost to encourage Others to own and acknowledge,
though such and such a one as I was, yet I obtained mercy; but it was for a pattern to others that hereafter should believe on him to everlasting life;
though such and such a one as I was, yet I obtained mercy; but it was for a pattern to Others that hereafter should believe on him to everlasting life;
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6. Doct. Because it is a difficult thing to believe therefore God hath appointed all kind of helps for the working of faith in the hearts of believers.
6. Doct. Because it is a difficult thing to believe Therefore God hath appointed all kind of helps for the working of faith in the hearts of believers.
Doct. God is pleased sometimes to single out Capital and notorious offenders, to make them the objects of his special and distinguishing mercy to the end they may be as standing instances and famous Monuments of his mercy in after ages;
Doct. God is pleased sometime to single out Capital and notorious offenders, to make them the objects of his special and distinguishing mercy to the end they may be as standing instances and famous Monuments of his mercy in After ages;
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He cannot but have an infinite displeasure against sin because it is so unsuteable to his holiness, 11. Psal. 5, 6, 7. The Lord trieth the Righteous but the wicked and him that loveth violence his soul hateth.
He cannot but have an infinite displeasure against since Because it is so unsuitable to his holiness, 11. Psalm 5, 6, 7. The Lord trieth the Righteous but the wicked and him that loves violence his soul hates.
So as to the truth and veracity of God in his threatnings against sin, which he hath so severely pronounced his displeasure against, he is in point of his truth and faithfulness obliged to make good what he hath threatened as well as promised.
So as to the truth and veracity of God in his threatenings against since, which he hath so severely pronounced his displeasure against, he is in point of his truth and faithfulness obliged to make good what he hath threatened as well as promised.
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and to give light to others to encourage them, notwithstanding their objections, doubts, and fears. Sometimes you finde S. Paul admiring the grace of God shewed to him;
and to give Light to Others to encourage them, notwithstanding their objections, doubts, and fears. Sometime you find S. Paul admiring the grace of God showed to him;
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You have a notable instance in the 2 Ephes. 2. Wherein in times past (speaking of them in their Gentilism) ye walked according to the course of this world, &c. This was a sad condition, to be under the power, to be captive to the will and pleasure of such an usurper.
You have a notable instance in the 2 Ephesians 2. Wherein in times passed (speaking of them in their Gentilism) the walked according to the course of this world, etc. This was a sad condition, to be under the power, to be captive to the will and pleasure of such an usurper.
1. What those sins were that S. Paul before his conversion was guilty of, and notwithstanding which he obtained mercy, which was in his eye so great a wonder.
1. What those Sins were that S. Paul before his conversion was guilty of, and notwithstanding which he obtained mercy, which was in his eye so great a wonder.
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3. What there is of Encouragement from these instances of S. Paul and others recorded in the Scripture for the encouragement of doubting Christians in after ages.
3. What there is of Encouragement from these instances of S. Paul and Others recorded in the Scripture for the encouragement of doubting Christians in After ages.
It was no less then death, and every person who was not guilty was bound to purge himself from so great a crime by witnessing his detestation of it, Thy hand shall be first against him.
It was no less then death, and every person who was not guilty was bound to purge himself from so great a crime by witnessing his detestation of it, Thy hand shall be First against him.
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This was the great crime objected against Naboth; he must be carried out of the City and stoned as a vile Person, not fit to live because he blasphemed God and the King, 1 King. 21.9.13. A greater crime then this the enemies of our Saviour (notwithstanding all their combinations against him) could not alledge, a stronger charge then that of blasphemy, they could not lay against him, 26 Matth. 65. Then the high Priest rent his clothes, saying, he hath spoken blasphemy.
This was the great crime objected against Naboth; he must be carried out of the city and stoned as a vile Person, not fit to live Because he blasphemed God and the King, 1 King. 21.9.13. A greater crime then this the enemies of our Saviour (notwithstanding all their combinations against him) could not allege, a Stronger charge then that of blasphemy, they could not lay against him, 26 Matthew 65. Then the high Priest rend his clothes, saying, he hath spoken blasphemy.
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Here was reproachful Language, this fellow, this contemptible fellow spake thus and thus, and you have heard his blasphemy, what need you any more witnesses.
Here was reproachful Language, this fellow, this contemptible fellow spoke thus and thus, and you have herd his blasphemy, what need you any more Witnesses.
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when he made that eloquent Oration when the People, cryed out it is the voice of a God and not of a man, 12. Act. 21.22.) for his bare connivance at this sin brought ruine upon himself;
when he made that eloquent Oration when the People, cried out it is the voice of a God and not of a man, 12. Act. 21.22.) for his bore connivance At this since brought ruin upon himself;
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the Child must die, 2 Sam. 12.14. I might shew at large with what severity the Magistrates were bound to bear witness against this sin, 5. Levit. 1. And unless we express a detestation of this sin we make it our own.
the Child must die, 2 Sam. 12.14. I might show At large with what severity the Magistrates were bound to bear witness against this since, 5. Levit. 1. And unless we express a detestation of this since we make it our own.
do but observe those emphatical expressions by which S. Paul sets out the hainousness of his guilt of this sin, 7. Act. 58. And cast him out of the City and stoned him.
do but observe those emphatical expressions by which S. Paul sets out the heinousness of his guilt of this since, 7. Act. 58. And cast him out of the city and stoned him.
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3. He was Injurious, the word in the Greek is NONLATINALPHABET, it is but once more used in the New Testament, 1 Rom. 30. NONLATINALPHABET, — it is Translated despiteful, and denotes thus much;
3. He was Injurious, the word in the Greek is, it is but once more used in the New Testament, 1 Rom. 30., — it is Translated despiteful, and denotes thus much;
We are apt to think, beholding the gross abominations, that are more open and visible in our days, what infinite patience there is in God, that he doth not immediately break out upon such as are guilty;
We Are apt to think, beholding the gross abominations, that Are more open and visible in our days, what infinite patience there is in God, that he does not immediately break out upon such as Are guilty;
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but S. Paul like a poor humble sinner busies himself at home, and spends his wondering chiefly on Gods patience towards himself, who had been a blasphemer,
but S. Paul like a poor humble sinner busies himself At home, and spends his wondering chiefly on God's patience towards himself, who had been a blasphemer,
there was an outward change in respect of his State and Condition, and there was an inward change in respect of the frame and disposition of his heart.
there was an outward change in respect of his State and Condition, and there was an inward change in respect of the frame and disposition of his heart.
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for such an offender to be spared, to be pardoned, to be sanctified, to be made use of as such a glorious chosen instrument of God among the Gentiles, this was mercy indeed.
for such an offender to be spared, to be pardoned, to be sanctified, to be made use of as such a glorious chosen Instrument of God among the Gentiles, this was mercy indeed.
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This is the original of all kind of mercies, and unless this be open, every door of mercy is 〈 ◊ 〉, 59. Isa. 1. The Lords hand is not shortned that it cannot save.
This is the original of all kind of Mercies, and unless this be open, every door of mercy is 〈 ◊ 〉, 59. Isaiah 1. The lords hand is not shortened that it cannot save.
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The mercy of the Lord endures for ever, It is no less then twenty times mentioned in the 136. Psalm. We have the same fountain opened to us, that is, the Bowel• of God.
The mercy of the Lord endures for ever, It is no less then twenty times mentioned in the 136. Psalm. We have the same fountain opened to us, that is, the Bowel• of God.
there is a treasury of all kinde of blessings laid up by his purchase; by his once offering up himself be hath perfected for ever them that are sanctified.
there is a treasury of all kind of blessings laid up by his purchase; by his once offering up himself be hath perfected for ever them that Are sanctified.
Again, if you regard the final cause, salvation and happiness, God hath the same love for the salvation of lost and undone creatures now, which he had of Old,
Again, if you regard the final cause, salvation and happiness, God hath the same love for the salvation of lost and undone creatures now, which he had of Old,
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this is the account S. Paul gives in this place, That in •e first, Jesus Christ might shew forth all long-suffering for a pattern to them which should hereafter believe.
this is the account S. Paul gives in this place, That in •e First, jesus christ might show forth all long-suffering for a pattern to them which should hereafter believe.
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Manasseh (whom the Scripture discovers to be as a summary or an abridgement of all kind of wickedness, 2 Chr••. 33.2.) had done like the heathen in all their abominations, 9. vers. He made them equal with them in Witchcrafts,
Manasses (whom the Scripture discovers to be as a summary or an abridgement of all kind of wickedness, 2 Chr••. 33.2.) had done like the heathen in all their abominations, 9. vers. He made them equal with them in Witchcrafts,
but consider as unworthy Persons as you can be have obtained mercy, and been made instruments of mercy to others, 36. Ezek. 31.32. 3. Persons as unwilling as you have found mercy, 5. John 40. Its our Saviours great complaint you will not come to me that you might have life;
but Consider as unworthy Persons as you can be have obtained mercy, and been made Instruments of mercy to Others, 36. Ezekiel 31.32. 3. Persons as unwilling as you have found mercy, 5. John 40. Its our Saviors great complaint you will not come to me that you might have life;
We are all naturally unable, unwilling, and unworthy, yet God gives encouragement by these instances and standing monuments of his favour to answer all objections.
We Are all naturally unable, unwilling, and unworthy, yet God gives encouragement by these instances and standing monuments of his favour to answer all objections.
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even such as is sufficient to answer all objections, if they be but once humbled and come to him upon his own terms? Then this may reprove such as Consult not the Scriptures, that know not what monuments God hath left upon record for our encouragement;
even such as is sufficient to answer all objections, if they be but once humbled and come to him upon his own terms? Then this may reprove such as Consult not the Scriptures, that know not what monuments God hath left upon record for our encouragement;
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3. It reproves such as make a perverse use of these examples, in turning the grace of God into Lasciviousness and Wantonness, in making use of these examples of mercy, either for the imboldening of themselves in sin, to the hardening of their hearts against Gods fear;
3. It reproves such as make a perverse use of these Examples, in turning the grace of God into Lasciviousness and Wantonness, in making use of these Examples of mercy, either for the emboldening of themselves in since, to the hardening of their hearts against God's Fear;
Oh, think what their case is, how difficult and dangerous, who forget these examples? and what success they will find who improve them faithfully and not wantonly.
O, think what their case is, how difficult and dangerous, who forget these Examples? and what success they will find who improve them faithfully and not wantonly.
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and the righteousness of Christ? What a hard task had S. Paul with many of the Churches, (as the Romanes and Galatians ) to bring them off from their self-righteousness,
and the righteousness of christ? What a hard task had S. Paul with many of the Churches, (as the Romans and Galatians) to bring them off from their self-righteousness,
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and trusting to their works? Oh, it is not an easie matter to bring our hearts to close with Christ, to think that Christ will entertain thoughts of mercy towards us.
and trusting to their works? O, it is not an easy matter to bring our hearts to close with christ, to think that christ will entertain thoughts of mercy towards us.
and to keep you off from believing, Satan hath desired to winnow thee as wheat. If Satan can but destroy our faith he will destroy our peace, comfort, and safety.
and to keep you off from believing, Satan hath desired to winnow thee as wheat. If Satan can but destroy our faith he will destroy our peace, Comfort, and safety.
THough God hath not thought meet to exempt his people from affliction, yet he hath taken care that they shall not be destitute of supports sufficient to bear them up above dejections in their afflictions;
THough God hath not Thought meet to exempt his people from affliction, yet he hath taken care that they shall not be destitute of supports sufficient to bear them up above dejections in their afflictions;
and of all the encouragements that we finde upon record in the Scriptures, this is none of the least, that S. Paul mentions here in the Text; giving thanks, &c. The Apostle begins this Epistle according to his usual and accustomed manner, to wit, with prayer on the behalf of them to whom he writes;
and of all the encouragements that we find upon record in the Scriptures, this is none of the least, that S. Paul mentions Here in the Text; giving thanks, etc. The Apostle begins this Epistle according to his usual and accustomed manner, to wit, with prayer on the behalf of them to whom he writes;
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These are the three things the Apostle prays for, and it is worth our while to consider, the order in which he prays for them, — First, He prays that they may know the will of God:
These Are the three things the Apostle prays for, and it is worth our while to Consider, the order in which he prays for them, — First, He prays that they may know the will of God:
but the worst of Creatures, but that knowledge which is an unactive knowledge, is little better then the knowledge of Devils, for they 2. James 19. believe, and tremble.
but the worst of Creatures, but that knowledge which is an unactive knowledge, is little better then the knowledge of Devils, for they 2. James 19. believe, and tremble.
The Apostle having therefore thus recommended the Spiritual estate of these Colossians to God by prayer, he goes on and encourageth them to follow his prayer with suitable endeavours, giving thanks unto the Father, which hath made us meet, &c. There are in these words three particulars.
The Apostle having Therefore thus recommended the Spiritual estate of these colossians to God by prayer, he Goes on and Encourageth them to follow his prayer with suitable endeavours, giving thanks unto the Father, which hath made us meet, etc. There Are in these words three particulars.
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They should be full of thankful acknowledgements and praises, giving thanks, &c. Whatever their outward condition might be, though they lived in times of trouble, and persecution,
They should be full of thankful acknowledgements and praises, giving thanks, etc. Whatever their outward condition might be, though they lived in times of trouble, and persecution,
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More particularly, it is said to be an inheritance, that is, not Common, but an inheritance peculiar to the Saints, that is, to them that are renewed, and Sanctified;
More particularly, it is said to be an inheritance, that is, not Common, but an inheritance peculiar to the Saints, that is, to them that Are renewed, and Sanctified;
But then as it is no ordinary inheritance, so neither is it any despicable, or mean inheritance, it is called here an inheritance of the Saints in light.
But then as it is no ordinary inheritance, so neither is it any despicable, or mean inheritance, it is called Here an inheritance of the Saints in Light.
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so that you see this inheritance is no mean nor ordinary thing, it is no despicable thing, it is peculiar to the Saints, it is the inheritance of the Saints in light, that is, it is a glorious and excellent inheritance.
so that you see this inheritance is no mean nor ordinary thing, it is no despicable thing, it is peculiar to the Saints, it is the inheritance of the Saints in Light, that is, it is a glorious and excellent inheritance.
they must first be made meet, NONLATINALPHABET, the word Meet is often translated worthy: Sometimes it signifies suitable, bring forth fruit meet for repentance, that is, as becomes repentance.
they must First be made meet,, the word Meet is often translated worthy: Sometime it signifies suitable, bring forth fruit meet for Repentance, that is, as becomes Repentance.
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3. Here is the duty that lies upon them towards whom God hath been so gracious as to make them meet to be partakers of this inheritance, They should be continually giving thanks, that God hath been so good unto them, it is more then if God had blessed them with all the good things of this world, it is more then if God had given them the utmost of what they can desire,
3. Here is the duty that lies upon them towards whom God hath been so gracious as to make them meet to be partakers of this inheritance, They should be continually giving thanks, that God hath been so good unto them, it is more then if God had blessed them with all the good things of this world, it is more then if God had given them the utmost of what they can desire,
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and so Rhetorically, that it is worth our while to pause a little upon it, in the many expressions concerning it, 1 Pet. 1.3, 4. Blessed be the God, and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.
and so Rhetorically, that it is worth our while to pause a little upon it, in the many expressions Concerning it, 1 Pet. 1.3, 4. Blessed be the God, and Father of our Lord jesus christ.
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In our Saviours time, you read the poor received she Gospel, so in after times, 2. James 5. you read God hath chosen the poor in this world, rich in Faith.
In our Saviors time, you read the poor received she Gospel, so in After times, 2. James 5. you read God hath chosen the poor in this world, rich in Faith.
I do not speak as if there was an Inconsistency between these things, but I speak of what is the usual Condition of Gods People, in respect of these outward things:
I do not speak as if there was an Inconsistency between these things, but I speak of what is the usual Condition of God's People, in respect of these outward things:
This argument hath so far prevailed with many of the heathen, that they have been convinced there is another world, wherein God will manifest the righteousness of his Judgements,
This argument hath so Far prevailed with many of the heathen, that they have been convinced there is Another world, wherein God will manifest the righteousness of his Judgments,
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2. As their outward comsorts, are usually fewer, so their delights in, and Affections to what they enjoy are usually lower, they do not look on the things of this world, as any great matter:
2. As their outward comforts, Are usually fewer, so their delights in, and Affections to what they enjoy Are usually lower, they do not look on the things of this world, as any great matter:
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Now for as much, as their outward comforts are fewer, and the comfort they take in these outward things are meaner, it argues that God hath some thing better in store for his people than these things.
Now for as much, as their outward comforts Are fewer, and the Comfort they take in these outward things Are meaner, it argues that God hath Some thing better in store for his people than these things.
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you find when God was angry with his people of Israel, he discovered his anger by this, in that he would not vouchsafe to make know• himself to be angry:
you find when God was angry with his people of Israel, he discovered his anger by this, in that he would not vouchsafe to make know• himself to be angry:
Now as Gods love to his People, makes their a•••ctions greater then others, so many times their love to him, 11. Heb. 37. They were stoned, they were bewn in sunder, were tempted, were slain with the sword:
Now as God's love to his People, makes their a•••ctions greater then Others, so many times their love to him, 11. Hebrew 37. They were stoned, they were bewn in sunder, were tempted, were slave with the sword:
and history tells us, that he was afterwards slain in Babylon: and therefore many ancient writers do frequently mention the flaming bush, the Ark tossed upon the waves, to be excellent Emblems, to describe the State of the Church here upon the earth;
and history tells us, that he was afterwards slave in Babylon: and Therefore many ancient writers do frequently mention the flaming bush, the Ark tossed upon the waves, to be excellent Emblems, to describe the State of the Church Here upon the earth;
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This bush is ever burning, but not consumed, Gods care of it is such. 4. The only support that Gods people have here, is their hope of this inheritance.
This bush is ever burning, but not consumed, God's care of it is such. 4. The only support that God's people have Here, is their hope of this inheritance.
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He had higher things in his eye, then all these things were; this was that supported him, 1 Cor. 15.19. If we had hope only of Christ in this life, we were of all men most miserable. Now;
He had higher things in his eye, then all these things were; this was that supported him, 1 Cor. 15.19. If we had hope only of christ in this life, we were of all men most miserable. Now;
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Now, what his design in all his sufferings were, you may see, 17. John 24. Father, I will that they also whom thou hast given me, be with me where I am;
Now, what his Design in all his sufferings were, you may see, 17. John 24. Father, I will that they also whom thou hast given me, be with me where I am;
We cannot think that God who looks upon that as a condemning sin in others, to trample under foot the blood of Christ, that he should do any thing like this himself:
We cannot think that God who looks upon that as a condemning since in Others, to trample under foot the blood of christ, that he should do any thing like this himself:
he gives them some pledges, that they may know how sure it is, and he gives them some fore tasts, that they may know how sweet it is: 1 Ephes. 13.14. In whom ye also trusted, after that ye had heard the word of truth, the Gospel of your salvation:
he gives them Some pledges, that they may know how sure it is, and he gives them Some before tastes, that they may know how sweet it is: 1 Ephesians 13.14. In whom you also trusted, After that you had herd the word of truth, the Gospel of your salvation:
If we can but answer this great question, that we are in the number of them that have a right to this future inheritance, we have reason to entertain good thoughts of God, what ever he is pleased to do with us, as to other things;
If we can but answer this great question, that we Are in the number of them that have a right to this future inheritance, we have reason to entertain good thoughts of God, what ever he is pleased to do with us, as to other things;
If he hath been gracious to us in distinguishing blessings, we should not be so apt to challenge God concerning these outward blessings. 3. If this is so,
If he hath been gracious to us in distinguishing blessings, we should not be so apt to challenge God Concerning these outward blessings. 3. If this is so,
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and let us consider, our future comforts, and they will more then sufficiently recompence all our present sufferings, I reckon, that the sufferings of this present time;
and let us Consider, our future comforts, and they will more then sufficiently recompense all our present sufferings, I reckon, that the sufferings of this present time;
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The People of God that have the most experience of their sincerity, being sensible of the hand of God upon them, must be careful to humble themselves, Humble your selves under the mighty hand of God.
The People of God that have the most experience of their sincerity, being sensible of the hand of God upon them, must be careful to humble themselves, Humble your selves under the mighty hand of God.
but a gracious Person would have the sore cured, before the plaister be taken off, he would not be excluded from a course of Phisick, till he finds Spiritual health; afflictions are Gods Spiritual Medicines.
but a gracious Person would have the soar cured, before the plaster be taken off, he would not be excluded from a course of Physic, till he finds Spiritual health; afflictions Are God's Spiritual Medicines.
Observe the manner of S. Pauls speaking of it, he cannot so much as mention it without a holy kind of admiration, Giving thanks to God which hath made us meet to be partakers of the inheritance of the Saints in light.
Observe the manner of S. Paul's speaking of it, he cannot so much as mention it without a holy kind of admiration, Giving thanks to God which hath made us meet to be partakers of the inheritance of the Saints in Light.
if you consult Scripture, and Geographers, it was almost a miracle, that so small a spot of ground should contain such a vast number of people, at you read in the Scripture it did, the extent of it being so little.
if you consult Scripture, and Geographers, it was almost a miracle, that so small a spot of ground should contain such a vast number of people, At you read in the Scripture it did, the extent of it being so little.
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but a heavenly City, this is a higher expression, — Sometimes it is called a kingdome, 12. Luke 32. Fear not little flock: 'tis your Fathers good pleasure to give you the kingdome.
but a heavenly city, this is a higher expression, — Sometime it is called a Kingdom, 12. Lycia 32. fear not little flock: it's your Father's good pleasure to give you the Kingdom.
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Nay, these servants of God who are stiled Kings, shall Judge the world, yea, the Angels themselves shall be Judged by them, the evil Angels, 1 Cor. 6, 7. What greater or what manner of enjoyments can be imagined, that is not in this Kingdom, There are Rivers of pleasure at Gods right hand for ever, 16. Psalm, the last vers.
Nay, these Servants of God who Are styled Kings, shall Judge the world, yea, the Angels themselves shall be Judged by them, the evil Angels, 1 Cor. 6, 7. What greater or what manner of enjoyments can be imagined, that is not in this Kingdom, There Are rivers of pleasure At God's right hand for ever, 16. Psalm, the last vers.
Sometimes it's set forth by a Crown of righteousness, that recompence of reward Moses had an eye unto, 11. Heb. 26. This recompence doth not signifie any desert on mans part,
Sometime it's Set forth by a Crown of righteousness, that recompense of reward Moses had an eye unto, 11. Hebrew 26. This recompense does not signify any desert on men part,
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yet, when we had done our All, we had been but unprofitable servants, our righteousness could not have reached God, we could not have made him our debtor;
yet, when we had done our All, we had been but unprofitable Servants, our righteousness could not have reached God, we could not have made him our debtor;
I shall instance only in some few of many, and before I begin to speak particularly of these excellencies, Consider, they are such as when we have said all we can, all is but a dark representation of them;
I shall instance only in Some few of many, and before I begin to speak particularly of these excellencies, Consider, they Are such as when we have said all we can, all is but a dark representation of them;
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'Tis true the excellency of this inheritance is, that it is so perfect and full, that there is neither the mixture of any evil, to allay the comfort of that blessed State,
It's true the excellency of this inheritance is, that it is so perfect and full, that there is neither the mixture of any evil, to allay the Comfort of that blessed State,
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But to instance in particulars, would be too large, and therefore I shall only speak in general concerning the transcendent excellencies of this inheritance:
But to instance in particulars, would be too large, and Therefore I shall only speak in general Concerning the transcendent excellencies of this inheritance:
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Nay, did all these meet in one person, without the least mixture of any evil, and without the least interruption, or disturbance, yet all these were but very weak resemblances;
Nay, did all these meet in one person, without the least mixture of any evil, and without the least interruption, or disturbance, yet all these were but very weak resemblances;
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You find when the Apostle speaks of this inheritance, 1. Ephes. 18. he heaps up expression upon expression, looking upon all expressions to be insufficient;
You find when the Apostle speaks of this inheritance, 1. Ephesians 18. he heaps up expression upon expression, looking upon all expressions to be insufficient;
It is reported of S. Austin, upon the loss of his good friend (it was upon the death of S. Jerome ) he comforted himself in the loss of him, by sitting down,
It is reported of S. Austin, upon the loss of his good friend (it was upon the death of S. Jerome) he comforted himself in the loss of him, by sitting down,
and when he laboured to set forth the excellency of those comforts in his meditations, he thought he heard a voice telling him, he might as soon empty the sea with a spoon,
and when he laboured to Set forth the excellency of those comforts in his meditations, he Thought he herd a voice telling him, he might as soon empty the sea with a spoon,
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When David speaks of them, he speaks by way of admiration, How great is that goodness thee thou hast laid up for those that fear thee, Psal. 31.19. It is greater then I am able to express, greater then I am able to think;
When David speaks of them, he speaks by Way of admiration, How great is that Goodness thee thou hast laid up for those that Fear thee, Psalm 31.19. It is greater then I am able to express, greater then I am able to think;
Now, our raised thoughts, and apprehensions when they come up to their highest pitch, do not reach the excellency of those enjoyments, 1 Ephes. S. John 3.2.
Now, our raised thoughts, and apprehensions when they come up to their highest pitch, do not reach the excellency of those enjoyments, 1 Ephesians S. John 3.2.
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For you may find it is stiled a glory that shall be revealed in us, 8. Rom. 18. I reckon that the sufferings of this present time, are not worthy to be compared with the glory that shall be revealed in us.
For you may find it is styled a glory that shall be revealed in us, 8. Rom. 18. I reckon that the sufferings of this present time, Are not worthy to be compared with the glory that shall be revealed in us.
we shall know him as we are known of him, and see him as he is, 2 Thes. 1.10. When he shall come to be glorified in his Saints, and to be admired in all them that believe (because our testimony among you was believed) in that day. That is the second Argument.
we shall know him as we Are known of him, and see him as he is, 2 Thebes 1.10. When he shall come to be glorified in his Saints, and to be admired in all them that believe (Because our testimony among you was believed) in that day. That is the second Argument.
3. The excellency of this inheritance may farther appear if you consider the concurrance of all things that may strengthen the title of Gods people to this inheritance:
3. The excellency of this inheritance may farther appear if you Consider the concurrence of all things that may strengthen the title of God's people to this inheritance:
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The words in the Greek are very emphatical, NONLATINALPHABET, he hath said I will never leave thee, &c. which God ascertains by no less then five Negative Particles.
The words in the Greek Are very emphatical,, he hath said I will never leave thee, etc. which God ascertains by no less then five Negative Particles.
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And if God hath said it, it is not for us to question it, The Pythagoreans had so much reverence to their Master, that they lookt upon it as too much arrogancy to question his dictates.
And if God hath said it, it is not for us to question it, The pythagoreans had so much Reverence to their Master, that they looked upon it as too much arrogance to question his dictates.
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Is it so, That this inheritance is no mean, no slight, no contemptible thing, is it so admirable that it exceeds all comparison, all expression, all conception, all Scripture revelation? Then, This may inform us,
Is it so, That this inheritance is no mean, no slight, no contemptible thing, is it so admirable that it exceeds all comparison, all expression, all conception, all Scripture Revelation? Then, This may inform us,
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Who would not chuse the estate of poor Lazarus rather then rich Dives: who would not chuse the estate of Job upon the dung-hill, rather then Pharaob upon the Throne:
Who would not choose the estate of poor Lazarus rather then rich Dives: who would not choose the estate of Job upon the dunghill, rather then Pharaoh upon the Throne:
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then enjoy all the delights and advantages of this world, and be deprived of, or come short of this inheritance? Certainly there is enough in this single meditation to support the hearts of the people of God in their greatest trials and troubles.
then enjoy all the delights and advantages of this world, and be deprived of, or come short of this inheritance? Certainly there is enough in this single meditation to support the hearts of the people of God in their greatest trials and Troubles.
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though they have enemies without them, and enemies within them, inraged enemies, diligent enemies, enemies that continually endeavour to overthrow them,
though they have enemies without them, and enemies within them, enraged enemies, diligent enemies, enemies that continually endeavour to overthrow them,
Since there is such fulness of happiness to be had, why do we busie our selves so much about things of an inferiour nature? we have cause to be amazed at others, those that hear of heaven,
Since there is such fullness of happiness to be had, why do we busy our selves so much about things of an inferior nature? we have cause to be amazed At Others, those that hear of heaven,
as they do other things? Do they live as those that are convinced that heaven is such an inheritance as hath been related? Alass, is not this to despise the greatest of blessings? Therefore a little to awaken us out of our Spiritual Lethargy,
as they do other things? Do they live as those that Are convinced that heaven is such an inheritance as hath been related? Alas, is not this to despise the greatest of blessings? Therefore a little to awaken us out of our Spiritual Lethargy,
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so may I say, did we know what it is we despise, we would not thus despise it as we do, You read of the wise Merchant, 13. Matth. 45. He no sooner heard of the Pearl of great price,
so may I say, did we know what it is we despise, we would not thus despise it as we do, You read of the wise Merchant, 13. Matthew 45. He no sooner herd of the Pearl of great price,
Is it not strange, that the discovery of those things which God hath laid up for his people in the other world, hath not the same effect upon us? Consider what it is you despise,
Is it not strange, that the discovery of those things which God hath laid up for his people in the other world, hath not the same Effect upon us? Consider what it is you despise,
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they are now stiled vile bodies, corruptible bodies, 1 Corinth. 15.42, 43, 44. speaking of the bodies of the Saints, Though it be sown in corruption it shall be raised in incorruption, These poor bodies of ours, are now fading and withering things, All flesh is grass, and the goodliness thereof as the flower of the field;
they Are now styled vile bodies, corruptible bodies, 1 Corinth. 15.42, 43, 44. speaking of the bodies of the Saints, Though it be sown in corruption it shall be raised in incorruption, These poor bodies of ours, Are now fading and withering things, All Flesh is grass, and the goodliness thereof as the flower of the field;
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Consider, if Moses had such glory upon his face, when he had been conversing with God upon the mount, what glory will God then put upon these poor bodies of his People,
Consider, if Moses had such glory upon his face, when he had been conversing with God upon the mount, what glory will God then put upon these poor bodies of his People,
So when Steven was arraigned as a Malefactour, at the bar of Justice, they saw the glory of God shining upon him, 6. Act. 16. Thus you read of Daniel, 12. Dan. 3. And they that be wise shall shine as the brightness of the firmament,
So when Steven was arraigned as a Malefactor, At the bar of justice, they saw the glory of God shining upon him, 6. Act. 16. Thus you read of daniel, 12. Dan. 3. And they that be wise shall shine as the brightness of the firmament,
for a full understanding of this, a learned expositour gives these his thoughts, we shall never comprehend what this means till we come fully to injoy it;
for a full understanding of this, a learned expositor gives these his thoughts, we shall never comprehend what this means till we come Fully to enjoy it;
Alass, how many props do these poor bodies need, for their support, how many Creatures loose their lives to maintain ours, in this respect all our Creature dependencies shall then be removed, God will take away our crutches; Yes, and our lameness also:
Alas, how many props do these poor bodies need, for their support, how many Creatures lose their lives to maintain ours, in this respect all our Creature dependencies shall then be removed, God will take away our crutches; Yes, and our lameness also:
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and under a necessity of many supports, but these corruptible bodies shall be raised in incorruption, these vile bodies shall be raised in honour, these natural bodies, shall be raised spiritual bodies.
and under a necessity of many supports, but these corruptible bodies shall be raised in incorruption, these vile bodies shall be raised in honour, these natural bodies, shall be raised spiritual bodies.
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The Philosopher when he had been much admiring the knowledge of nature, did wonder that any would give way to sensual and bruitish pleasures, which they by the light of nature so much condemned.
The Philosopher when he had been much admiring the knowledge of nature, did wonder that any would give Way to sensual and brutish pleasures, which they by the Light of nature so much condemned.
But what is this knowledge in Comparison of the knowledge of Christ? All knowledge whether Natural or Divine, is now but weak, and feeble, scant and narrow;
But what is this knowledge in Comparison of the knowledge of christ? All knowledge whither Natural or Divine, is now but weak, and feeble, scant and narrow;
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But all the graces of the soul shall be perfected, there shall be no defect nor weakness in them, there shall be no dimness in our spiritual sight, our Wills and Affections our Love and our Joy, they shall all be full of strength:
But all the graces of the soul shall be perfected, there shall be no defect nor weakness in them, there shall be no dimness in our spiritual sighed, our Wills and Affections our Love and our Joy, they shall all be full of strength:
as a man is in his full strength when every member of his body comes to its ripeness and maturity, 4. Ephes. 13. till we all come to a perfect man, to the measure of the stature of the fulness of Christ.
as a man is in his full strength when every member of his body comes to its ripeness and maturity, 4. Ephesians 13. till we all come to a perfect man, to the measure of the stature of the fullness of christ.
then there will be no mixture of Corruption to disturb our graces or to interrupt the exercise of them, 5. Ephes. 27. That he might present it to himself a glorious Church not having spot or wrinkle or any such thing, &c. Alass, the spouse now acknowledgeth, though she is comely, yet withal she is very black:
then there will be no mixture of Corruption to disturb our graces or to interrupt the exercise of them, 5. Ephesians 27. That he might present it to himself a glorious Church not having spot or wrinkle or any such thing, etc. Alas, the spouse now acknowledgeth, though she is comely, yet withal she is very black:
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there shall then be no halting in our obedience, our Saviour propounds this as the pattern of our prayers, that we should pray, that the will of God may be done here on earth as it is done in heaven:
there shall then be no halting in our Obedience, our Saviour propounds this as the pattern of our Prayers, that we should pray, that the will of God may be done Here on earth as it is done in heaven:
How is it done in heaven? perfectly, without any weakness, without any intermission. In a word there shall be neither sin, nor Satan, nor corruption, nor temptation;
How is it done in heaven? perfectly, without any weakness, without any intermission. In a word there shall be neither since, nor Satan, nor corruption, nor temptation;
Doctor Taylor when he was a Prisoner did account it his joy that he was a fellow Prisoner with holy Bradford. If the Communion of Saints in prison have so much of sweetness in it, what is the Communion of Saints in glory?
Doctor Taylor when he was a Prisoner did account it his joy that he was a fellow Prisoner with holy Bradford. If the Communion of Saints in prison have so much of sweetness in it, what is the Communion of Saints in glory?
God complains in the 14. Numb. of a mixt multitude who were not of the same spirit with Caleb and Joshua: they were men of another spirit and followed God fully.
God complains in the 14. Numb. of a mixed multitude who were not of the same Spirit with Caleb and joshua: they were men of Another Spirit and followed God Fully.
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Now how much is the sweetness of the Communion of Gods People here upon earth damped by the miscarriage of professours? how much many times does Religion suffer,
Now how much is the sweetness of the Communion of God's People Here upon earth damped by the miscarriage of professors? how much many times does Religion suffer,
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and the name of God suffer, yea how much do they themselves suffer and their holy profession? but when the sheep shall be separated from the Goats, the tares from the Wheat,
and the name of God suffer, yea how much doe they themselves suffer and their holy profession? but when the sheep shall be separated from the Goats, the tares from the Wheat,
and the Apostles themselves when the people would have adored and worshipped them, they cryed out, do not this thing for we are men of like passions with your selves.
and the Apostles themselves when the people would have adored and worshipped them, they cried out, do not this thing for we Are men of like passion with your selves.
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take the holyest and the most improved Saint who ever lived, you find something recorded in Scripture which shews he was yet in a state of imperfection:
take the Holiest and the most improved Saint who ever lived, you find something recorded in Scripture which shows he was yet in a state of imperfection:
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therefore it is said he made it his choice, 11. Heb. 24.25. Chusing rather to suffer affliction with the People of God then to enjoy the pleasures of sin for a season.
Therefore it is said he made it his choice, 11. Hebrew 24.25. Choosing rather to suffer affliction with the People of God then to enjoy the pleasures of since for a season.
It is the presence of God that makes heaven what it is; it is that which fills heaven with all its happiness and unspeakable glory. Luther proposeth an imagination;
It is the presence of God that makes heaven what it is; it is that which fills heaven with all its happiness and unspeakable glory. Luther Proposeth an imagination;
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and it would be a dark and uncomfortable place: In the 1 Sam. 4.21.22. as Phinehas his wife said, when the Ark was taken (it was not the Child that was born or any other thing that she could take comfort in) the glory is departed from Israel.
and it would be a dark and uncomfortable place: In the 1 Sam. 4.21.22. as Phinehas his wife said, when the Ark was taken (it was not the Child that was born or any other thing that she could take Comfort in) the glory is departed from Israel.
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There is no comfort, no happiness like to this, and were there no other happiness but this in this life, certainly the people of God were the only happy people because they live in Communion with him:
There is no Comfort, no happiness like to this, and were there no other happiness but this in this life, Certainly the people of God were the only happy people Because they live in Communion with him:
I might prove by several arguments, that the best of other enjoyments, without this, are but very mean to the soul, that knows what it is to enjoy Communion with God, 84. Psalm 10. A day in thy courts is better then a thousand, &c. David regards neither Crowns nor dignities, nor all Creature enjoyments in comparison of the enjoyment of God, 63. Psal. 3. thy loving kindness is better then life:
I might prove by several Arguments, that the best of other enjoyments, without this, Are but very mean to the soul, that knows what it is to enjoy Communion with God, 84. Psalm 10. A day in thy Courts is better then a thousand, etc. David regards neither Crowns nor dignities, nor all Creature enjoyments in comparison of the enjoyment of God, 63. Psalm 3. thy loving kindness is better then life:
Therefore 7. Psal. 4. One thing have I desired of the Lord, that will I seek after, &c. to behold the beauty of the Lord, &c. He had affectionate ardent desires;
Therefore 7. Psalm 4. One thing have I desired of the Lord, that will I seek After, etc. to behold the beauty of the Lord, etc. He had affectionate Ardent Desires;
much more may it be said, if God gives us never so much of all other enjoyments and yet hide his face, that soul that understands it self, cannot but be troubled:
much more may it be said, if God gives us never so much of all other enjoyments and yet hide his face, that soul that understands it self, cannot but be troubled:
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where can I be well without thee saith Bernard? How can I be ill with thee? while I enjoy Communion with thee? He says of Creature comforts they are little,
where can I be well without thee Says Bernard? How can I be ill with thee? while I enjoy Communion with thee? He Says of Creature comforts they Are little,
How can he be poor who hath him for his Portion in whom are all riches, who is all things? How can he be in want that doth not want the light of Gods Countenance which is infinitely better then Corn, Wine, and Oyl.
How can he be poor who hath him for his Portion in whom Are all riches, who is all things? How can he be in want that does not want the Light of God's Countenance which is infinitely better then Corn, Wine, and Oil.
What though men condemn us if God justifie us? What though men be against us if God be but for us? That answers all, 3. Habbac 17, 18. Though the fig-tree shall not blossom yet will I rejoyce in the Lord, &c. The Prophet propounds as sad a case as can be imagined,
What though men condemn us if God justify us? What though men be against us if God be but for us? That answers all, 3. Habbac 17, 18. Though the Fig tree shall not blossom yet will I rejoice in the Lord, etc. The Prophet propounds as sad a case as can be imagined,
23. Psal. 4. Though I walk through the valley (though it be through the valley of death, that dark and uncomfortable valley) I will fear no evil for thou art with me.
23. Psalm 4. Though I walk through the valley (though it be through the valley of death, that dark and uncomfortable valley) I will Fear no evil for thou art with me.
the Apostles in their sufferings thought this enough, for their support, 2 Cor. 4, 9. persecuted but not forsaken. S. Paul (Though all forsook him yet God standing by him) thought he had enough;
the Apostles in their sufferings Thought this enough, for their support, 2 Cor. 4, 9. persecuted but not forsaken. S. Paul (Though all forsook him yet God standing by him) Thought he had enough;
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When Christ was sending out his Disciples upon that difficult imployment to plant the Gospel in the world, he tells them that they must expect to meet with opposition,
When christ was sending out his Disciples upon that difficult employment to plant the Gospel in the world, he tells them that they must expect to meet with opposition,
This was the great request of Moses, 33. Exod. 15. So all that have had any sense of their Spiritual concernments have exprest this to be their great desire.
This was the great request of Moses, 33. Exod 15. So all that have had any sense of their Spiritual concernments have expressed this to be their great desire.
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Moses said if thy presence go not with us carry us not up hence. They were now in a wilderness, compassed about with difficulties and dangers on every side,
Moses said if thy presence go not with us carry us not up hence. They were now in a Wilderness, compassed about with difficulties and dangers on every side,
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As all enjoyments here compared to those enjoyments, are but empty things, so all the enjoyments of God in this world, are far short of them, that they enjoy of him in the other world.
As all enjoyments Here compared to those enjoyments, Are but empty things, so all the enjoyments of God in this world, Are Far short of them, that they enjoy of him in the other world.
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and thus we may see much of God, his wisdom, his power, his greatness, 19. Psal. 1, 2. The heavens declare the glory of God and the firmament sheweth his handy work.
and thus we may see much of God, his Wisdom, his power, his greatness, 19. Psalm 1, 2. The heavens declare the glory of God and the firmament shows his handy work.
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We know but in part, but then we shall see him as he is, 1 John 3, 2. There are faculties by which especially we shall then enjoy Communion with God, our understandings, wills, and affections;
We know but in part, but then we shall see him as he is, 1 John 3, 2. There Are faculties by which especially we shall then enjoy Communion with God, our understandings, wills, and affections;
All our knowledge of God here is one of these three ways, as the School men tell us, by way of Causality, Negation, or by way of Eminency. By way of Causality;
All our knowledge of God Here is one of these three ways, as the School men tell us, by Way of Causality, Negation, or by Way of Eminency. By Way of Causality;
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and though there be much of this kind of knowledge of God here, yet to know God as he is, to see him face to face, how much more refreshing must this be!
and though there be much of this kind of knowledge of God Here, yet to know God as he is, to see him face to face, how much more refreshing must this be!
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there shall then be no unclean thing, No Cain to kill, No Sodomite to vex, No Ishmael to scoff, No Rabshakah to rail, No Herod to persecute, No Judas to betray.
there shall then be no unclean thing, No Cain to kill, No Sodomite to vex, No Ishmael to scoff, No Rabshakah to rail, No Herod to persecute, No Judas to betray.
Does God so expostulate with his people of Israel, because of their ingratitude for outward preservations and deliverances, those outward mercies bestowed upon them, 32. Deuter. 6. Do you thus requite the Lord? May not God much more expostulate with us in respect of these greater mercies? do you thus requite the Lord, O foolish and unwise?
Does God so expostulate with his people of Israel, Because of their ingratitude for outward preservations and Deliverances, those outward Mercies bestowed upon them, 32. Deuter 6. Do you thus requite the Lord? May not God much more expostulate with us in respect of these greater Mercies? do you thus requite the Lord, Oh foolish and unwise?
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We who in our natural constitution are but one step from hell, and everlasting flames; and between us, and it there is nothing but a brittle and uncertain life;
We who in our natural constitution Are but one step from hell, and everlasting flames; and between us, and it there is nothing but a brittle and uncertain life;
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Again, Consider what a mercy it is not only that heaven is become possible, but also that God vouchsafes us this priviledge to discover the excellency of heaven to us, with means for the obtaining of heaven,
Again, Consider what a mercy it is not only that heaven is become possible, but also that God vouchsafes us this privilege to discover the excellency of heaven to us, with means for the obtaining of heaven,
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how often doth Christ perswade, and perswade with a great deal of importunity, that you would accept of this Inheritance, I have stretched out my band all the long to a gainsaying people.
how often does christ persuade, and persuade with a great deal of importunity, that you would accept of this Inheritance, I have stretched out my band all the long to a gainsaying people.
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Who ever will, let him take of the waters of life freely, Come buy wine and milk without money and without price, 55. Isaiah. God only requires us to bring a sense of our wants,
Who ever will, let him take of the waters of life freely, Come buy wine and milk without money and without price, 55. Isaiah. God only requires us to bring a sense of our Wants,
as Beza upon the place observes, their carriage and contempt did declare them unworthy. 22. Matth. Christ sent forth his messengers to invite to the wedding seast.
as Beza upon the place observes, their carriage and contempt did declare them unworthy. 22. Matthew christ sent forth his messengers to invite to the wedding seast.
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3. They who slight these mercies bring themselves under an absolute necessity of perishing, 2. Heb. 3. How shall we escape if we neglect so great salvation.
3. They who slight these Mercies bring themselves under an absolute necessity of perishing, 2. Hebrew 3. How shall we escape if we neglect so great salvation.
As that rich man, 12. Luke, minded his barns, his In-comes, but his soul he cared not for, vers. 19, 20, 21. So when we prefer any thing above it, 10. Matt. 37. He that loveth father or mother more then me is not worthy of me.
As that rich man, 12. Lycia, minded his Barns, his Incomes, but his soul he cared not for, vers. 19, 20, 21. So when we prefer any thing above it, 10. Matt. 37. He that loves father or mother more then me is not worthy of me.
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as to countervail the loss of them? Our ease, our safety (I might instance in all outward things) alass, these things are but vain while they do continue,
as to countervail the loss of them? Our ease, our safety (I might instance in all outward things) alas, these things Are but vain while they do continue,
and it is but for a moment that they can continue, and there can be nothing of satisfaction found in them, they are but such mercies as God bestows upon the worst of men,
and it is but for a moment that they can continue, and there can be nothing of satisfaction found in them, they Are but such Mercies as God bestows upon the worst of men,
Ʋse of Direction, What shall we do that we may shake off that sluggishness, and get above that dullness of Spirit, that is usually in us, in our pursuit after matters that do so highly concern us?
Ʋse of Direction, What shall we do that we may shake off that sluggishness, and get above that dullness of Spirit, that is usually in us, in our pursuit After matters that do so highly concern us?
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It was the commendation of John Baptists hearers, 11. Matth. from the days of John the Baptist until now, the kingdom of heaven suffereth violence and the violent take it by force.
It was the commendation of John Baptists hearers, 11. Matthew from the days of John the Baptist until now, the Kingdom of heaven suffers violence and the violent take it by force.
it is not endeavours alone, nor is it earnestness for a time, but it must be a constant earnestness, a fixed course in pursuing this glorious Inheritance.
it is not endeavours alone, nor is it earnestness for a time, but it must be a constant earnestness, a fixed course in pursuing this glorious Inheritance.
When David had considered how many and how great were the mercies of God to him, he sits down and says, What shall I render to the Lord for all his goodness and loving kindness to me? All I can do is too little, I can never think any thing too much,
When David had considered how many and how great were the Mercies of God to him, he sits down and Says, What shall I render to the Lord for all his Goodness and loving kindness to me? All I can do is too little, I can never think any thing too much,
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Though we are now passing through a wilderness, if we have but a sight of Canaan, a Pisgah sight of Canaan, it will bear up our faith from sinking under discouragements.
Though we Are now passing through a Wilderness, if we have but a sighed of Canaan, a Pisgah sighed of Canaan, it will bear up our faith from sinking under discouragements.
the distance that is between God and our Souls already is of sins making, and in reference to our everlasting welfare, it is only sin makes the danger:
the distance that is between God and our Souls already is of Sins making, and in Referente to our everlasting welfare, it is only since makes the danger:
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What ever diverts us from minding the things of heaven, it makes them inconsiderable. Meditate upon these things, and it will render the world a vain thing;
What ever diverts us from minding the things of heaven, it makes them inconsiderable. Meditate upon these things, and it will render the world a vain thing;
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and the allurements of the flesh contemptible and all outward things inconsiderable. 4. These Meditations are useful to arm us against all dangers, 1 Thes. 5.8. putting on the brest plate of faith and love, and for an helmet the hope of salvation.
and the allurements of the Flesh contemptible and all outward things inconsiderable. 4. These Meditations Are useful to arm us against all dangers, 1 Thebes 5.8. putting on the breast plate of faith and love, and for an helmet the hope of salvation.
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two neighbouring Kings combine against them, and by their united strength design the ruine of Jerusalem, the King of Syria and the King of Israel. Cap. 7.1, 2, 6. In this their distress,
two neighbouring Kings combine against them, and by their united strength Design the ruin of Jerusalem, the King of Syria and the King of Israel. Cap. 7.1, 2, 6. In this their distress,
for upon this very message he sends the Prophet, Cap. 7. vers. 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and for the strengthening of their faith in believing these glad tidings, God gives them many assurances of the certainty thereof, both in the former Chapter and in this.
for upon this very message he sends the Prophet, Cap. 7. vers. 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and for the strengthening of their faith in believing these glad tidings, God gives them many assurances of the certainty thereof, both in the former Chapter and in this.
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In the beginning of this Chapter the Prophet by the name of his Son Maher shalal hash baz (the signification of which name is rendred in the Margin) declares the speedy destruction of their enemies.
In the beginning of this Chapter the Prophet by the name of his Son Maher shalal hash Boz (the signification of which name is rendered in the Margin) declares the speedy destruction of their enemies.
Thus much is clear, that their deliverance by the King of Assyria falling upon their adversaries, is foretoken'd within a little time to be accomplished, vers. 4. and so strong was the Prophets faith in crediting these signs of their deliverance, that vers. 9. he turns his speech to the enemies aforemention'd, letting them know the vanity of their combinations,
Thus much is clear, that their deliverance by the King of Assyria falling upon their Adversaries, is foretokened within a little time to be accomplished, vers. 4. and so strong was the prophets faith in crediting these Signs of their deliverance, that vers. 9. he turns his speech to the enemies aforementioned, letting them know the vanity of their combinations,
and the fruitlessness of their attempts, because God was with his people v. 10, 11 he speaks to the people of God themselves disswading them from two things,
and the fruitlessness of their attempts, Because God was with his people v. 10, 11 he speaks to the people of God themselves dissuading them from two things,
Secondly, From timorousness because of approaching dangers, vers. 12. As a remedy against these fears, he propounds the fear of God, vers. 13. the more they fear'd him, the less would they fear others.
Secondly, From timorousness Because of approaching dangers, vers. 12. As a remedy against these fears, he propounds the Fear of God, vers. 13. the more they feared him, the less would they Fear Others.
And to encourage them to make tryal of this remedy he tells the advantage of it, vers. 14. he will be a sanctuary, i. e. a refuge, a shelter an hiding place, a place of retreat and safety. Thus God promises, Ezek. 11.16.
And to encourage them to make trial of this remedy he tells the advantage of it, vers. 14. he will be a sanctuary, i. e. a refuge, a shelter an hiding place, a place of retreat and safety. Thus God promises, Ezekiel 11.16.
and by these apprehensions of God the Church overcomes all her fears, Psal. 46. vers. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. The Prophet having shewn what God will be to his people, shews in the same verse, what God will be to others,
and by these apprehensions of God the Church overcomes all her fears, Psalm 46. vers. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. The Prophet having shown what God will be to his people, shows in the same verse, what God will be to Others,
Some Interpret these words as spoken by Christ in regard of the verse following, Others think them a Parenthesis declaring the Prophets resolution what course he would take in that day of Jacobs trouble. I will wait, &c. In the words are these two particulars.
some Interpret these words as spoken by christ in regard of the verse following, Others think them a Parenthesis declaring the prophets resolution what course he would take in that day of Jacobs trouble. I will wait, etc. In the words Are these two particulars.
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the family, the stock, the lineage of Jacob, sometimes stiled the house of Israel, sometimes the house of David, Isaiah 5.7. i. e. Gods peculiar people, not onely those who by natural descent came from Jacob, but those who succeeded him in faith, &c. Thus the word is used in the Gospel to signifie the Church and people of God.
the family, the stock, the lineage of Jacob, sometime styled the house of Israel, sometime the house of David, Isaiah 5.7. i. e. God's peculiar people, not only those who by natural descent Come from Jacob, but those who succeeded him in faith, etc. Thus the word is used in the Gospel to signify the Church and people of God.
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for the face of God frequently signifies his favour, the beholding his face, the enjoyment of his favour, the withdrawing his favour the hiding of his face, Numb. 6.25, 26. Psal. 11.7. Psal. 10.1. Psal. 17.15. 2. The Exemplary carriage of the Prophet in this sad posture of the Church, and this is expressed by two words:
for the face of God frequently signifies his favour, the beholding his face, the enjoyment of his favour, the withdrawing his favour the hiding of his face, Numb. 6.25, 26. Psalm 11.7. Psalm 10.1. Psalm 17.15. 2. The Exemplary carriage of the Prophet in this sad posture of the Church, and this is expressed by two words:
2. Doct. That when God does hide his face from his people, the great work and business which then lies before them, is to wait upon the Lord, to look for him.
2. Doct. That when God does hide his face from his people, the great work and business which then lies before them, is to wait upon the Lord, to look for him.
A full instance of this we have here, What people were there at that time in all the world so de•• to God? or in whose welfare he accounted himself so highly concerned,
A full instance of this we have Here, What people were there At that time in all the world so de•• to God? or in whose welfare he accounted himself so highly concerned,
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Consider, but these three things concerning this people, and it will appear that above all people, these were the people of his delight and complacency.
Consider, but these three things Concerning this people, and it will appear that above all people, these were the people of his delight and complacency.
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2. The peculiar and Covenant-relation, this people stood in to God for the time present; they were the people of his choice, Psalm 105.6. Psalm 135.4. The people of his love, Psal. 47.4. A people that God had taken into Covenant with himself, and therefore what nation in all the world like this, Deut. 4.7. Sam. 7.23.24. 3. The promises God had made to this people for the time to come;
2. The peculiar and Covenant relation, this people stood in to God for the time present; they were the people of his choice, Psalm 105.6. Psalm 135.4. The people of his love, Psalm 47.4. A people that God had taken into Covenant with himself, and Therefore what Nation in all the world like this, Deuteronomy 4.7. Sam. 7.23.24. 3. The promises God had made to this people for the time to come;
To them pertained the adoption, the glory, the Covenants, the giving of the Law, the service of God, and the promises, Rom. 9.4. In expectation of having these promises accomplished, the Prophet here resolves to wait.
To them pertained the adoption, the glory, the Covenants, the giving of the Law, the service of God, and the promises, Rom. 9.4. In expectation of having these promises accomplished, the Prophet Here resolves to wait.
It is sometimes the case of particular persons, as appears from their doleful complaints, Psal. 10.1. Psal. 13.1. 'tis here the case of a whole nation, not of the mixed multitude onely, but of the whole body of that people, a clear instance that God sometimes bides his face from them who are the Objects of his favour.
It is sometime the case of particular Persons, as appears from their doleful complaints, Psalm 10.1. Psalm 13.1. it's Here the case of a Whole Nation, not of the mixed multitude only, but of the Whole body of that people, a clear instance that God sometime bides his face from them who Are the Objects of his favour.
or what this phrase implys. 2. How far it is that God does hide his face from his people. 3. The reasons for which God hides his face from them. 4. The uncomfortableness of such a condition.
or what this phrase Implies. 2. How Far it is that God does hide his face from his people. 3. The Reasons for which God hides his face from them. 4. The uncomfortableness of such a condition.
yet when he suffers the lights of the Sanctuary to be hid and obscured, this is so fore a degree of Gods hiding his face, that God in compassion to his people assures them, that how severe soever he might be in other judgements, he would spare them as to this, Isaiah 30.20.
yet when he suffers the lights of the Sanctuary to be hid and obscured, this is so before a degree of God's hiding his face, that God in compassion to his people assures them, that how severe soever he might be in other Judgments, he would spare them as to this, Isaiah 30.20.
The only safety of Gods people from enemies and dangers, is from the providential care of God; This is the wall of their defence, Isaiah 5.5, Job 1.10.
The only safety of God's people from enemies and dangers, is from the providential care of God; This is the wall of their defence, Isaiah 5.5, Job 1.10.
but because God puts a restraint upon the rage and malice of enemies? But when God takes off these restraints, no wonder if (as here) Israel be ready to afflict Judah, no wonder if Ephraim be against Manasseh, and Manasseh against Ephraim, and both against Judah;
but Because God puts a restraint upon the rage and malice of enemies? But when God Takes off these restraints, no wonder if (as Here) Israel be ready to afflict Judah, no wonder if Ephraim be against Manasses, and Manasses against Ephraim, and both against Judah;
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because our God is not amongst us? And as the first coming, so the long continuance of calamities is ascribed to the same cause, Psal. 44.23, 24, 25, 26. Awake, Why sleepest thou, O Lord? arise cast us not off for ever.
Because our God is not among us? And as the First coming, so the long Continuance of calamities is ascribed to the same cause, Psalm 44.23, 24, 25, 26. Awake, Why Sleepest thou, Oh Lord? arise cast us not off for ever.
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Wherefore hidest thou thy face, and forgettest our affliction and our oppression. The providence and care of God are those flood-gates that keep out inundations of misery,
Wherefore hidest thou thy face, and forgettest our affliction and our oppression. The providence and care of God Are those floodgates that keep out inundations of misery,
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when the ship is endanger'd by tempests, no ones private Cabine can be in safety. But now in these respects God is said to hide his face from particular persons,
when the ship is endangered by tempests, no ones private Cabin can be in safety. But now in these respects God is said to hide his face from particular Persons,
The messenger of Satan was an affliction to S. Paul, but that which supported him, was that promise, that the grace of God should be sufficient for him, 2 Corinth. 12.7, 9. The distress that Judah was in, in this Chapter, was their affliction,
The Messenger of Satan was an affliction to S. Paul, but that which supported him, was that promise, that the grace of God should be sufficient for him, 2 Corinth. 12.7, 9. The distress that Judah was in, in this Chapter, was their affliction,
and when God does but take off his restraints from our corruptions, how masterless and unruly are they? It must needs be an uncomfortable season to the Soul,
and when God does but take off his restraints from our corruptions, how masterless and unruly Are they? It must needs be an uncomfortable season to the Soul,
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but speaks concerning us, as he did concerning them, Revel. 22.11. He that is unjust let him be unjust still, and he which is filthy, let him be filthy still. Thus, Dan. 12.10. Amos 4 4. Ezek. 20.39. Hosed 4.17. The best of Saints so far as God ceases to quicken them, so far have a deadness upon their Spirits.
but speaks Concerning us, as he did Concerning them, Revel. 22.11. He that is unjust let him be unjust still, and he which is filthy, let him be filthy still. Thus, Dan. 12.10. Amos 4 4. Ezekiel 20.39. Hosed 4.17. The best of Saints so Far as God ceases to quicken them, so Far have a deadness upon their Spirits.
And the more the soul knows of God, the larger Communion it hath had with him, the more afflicting are these withdrawings, the spouse that knew how sweet the Communion of her beloved was,
And the more the soul knows of God, the larger Communion it hath had with him, the more afflicting Are these withdrawings, the spouse that knew how sweet the Communion of her Beloved was,
David, Heman, and many other, When their hopes have been darkened, those refreshing tastes and enlivening visions suspended or overclouded, what volums of complaints have they uttered.
David, Heman, and many other, When their hope's have been darkened, those refreshing tastes and enlivening visions suspended or overclouded, what volumes of complaints have they uttered.
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Psal. 13.1, 2. Psal. 77.7 8 9. Psal. 119.81, 82. When God who was wont to give them frequent meetings and comforting visits, did but seem to stand aloof off from them.
Psalm 13.1, 2. Psalm 77.7 8 9. Psalm 119.81, 82. When God who was wont to give them frequent meetings and comforting visits, did but seem to stand aloof off from them.
In what a desolate and helpless condition must that soul needs think it self, of whose prayers God seems to take no notice, prayer is that great remedy God hath appointed for our help when nothing else can help us,
In what a desolate and helpless condition must that soul needs think it self, of whose Prayers God seems to take no notice, prayer is that great remedy God hath appointed for our help when nothing Else can help us,
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as it is expressed, Isa. 59.2. this must needs be afflicting, this as it is mention'd to be the highest expression of Gods displeasure, that he will not hear, Zech. 7.13, 14. Prov. 1.24, 28. so is it mentioned as the saddest matter of his peoples complaint, that their prayers should not pass, Lam. 3.44.
as it is expressed, Isaiah 59.2. this must needs be afflicting, this as it is mentioned to be the highest expression of God's displeasure, that he will not hear, Zechariah 7.13, 14. Curae 1.24, 28. so is it mentioned as the Saddest matter of his peoples complaint, that their Prayers should not pass, Lam. 3.44.
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when he reveals to us our guilt, andat the same time conceals his own love, oh, what a dreadful condition is the soul then in, where ever it goes the curse of the Law and the cry of its own sins pursue it, My sin is ever before me, says David, Psal. 51.3. and how does Job bemoan himself, Chap. 13.23, 24, 25. How many are mine iniquities and sins, &c. Wherefore hidest thou thy face from me and holdest me for thine enemy, &c. and vers. 26. thou writest bitter things against me and makest me to possess the iniquities of my youth.
when he reveals to us our guilt, andat the same time conceals his own love, o, what a dreadful condition is the soul then in, where ever it Goes the curse of the Law and the cry of its own Sins pursue it, My since is ever before me, Says David, Psalm 51.3. and how does Job bemoan himself, Chap. 13.23, 24, 25. How many Are mine iniquities and Sins, etc. Wherefore hidest thou thy face from me and holdest me for thine enemy, etc. and vers. 26. thou Writer bitter things against me and Makest me to possess the iniquities of my youth.
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So Job 6.2, 3, 4. Oh, that my grief were throughly weighed, &c. The arrows of the Almighty are within me, the poison whereof drinketh up my spirit, the terrours of God do set themselves in: aray against me;
So Job 6.2, 3, 4. O, that my grief were thoroughly weighed, etc. The arrows of the Almighty Are within me, the poison whereof Drinketh up my Spirit, the terrors of God do Set themselves in: array against me;
1. Negatively, God will never totally, nor finally hide his face from them, 'tis his promise, Heb. 13.5. He hath said, I will never leave thee nor forsake thee, and if he hath said it, it is not for us to question it.
1. Negatively, God will never totally, nor finally hide his face from them, it's his promise, Hebrew 13.5. He hath said, I will never leave thee nor forsake thee, and if he hath said it, it is not for us to question it.
The Disciples of Pythagoras had their Master in so great Reverence, that an ipse dixit, he hath said, it, was enough to them, they thought it presumption in them to question what they had received from him:
The Disciples of Pythagoras had their Master in so great reverence, that an ipse dixit, he hath said, it, was enough to them, they Thought it presumption in them to question what they had received from him:
though he does not always manifest it, he retains towards them the love of a father even when he discovers the anger of a Judge, Isa. 54.7, 8, 10. for a small moment have I forsaken thee,
though he does not always manifest it, he retains towards them the love of a father even when he discovers the anger of a Judge, Isaiah 54.7, 8, 10. for a small moment have I forsaken thee,
So Isa. 57.16, 17, 18. Many times 'tis in respect of outward comforts only God hides his face, to let them know the excellency of spiritual comforts;
So Isaiah 57.16, 17, 18. Many times it's in respect of outward comforts only God hides his face, to let them know the excellency of spiritual comforts;
1. 'Tis to chastise them for their fins, every sin is a forsaking God, and consequently a provoking God to forsake us, did not we by our disobediences withdraw our selves from him, God would not withdraw himself from us;
1. It's to chastise them for their fins, every since is a forsaking God, and consequently a provoking God to forsake us, did not we by our disobediences withdraw our selves from him, God would not withdraw himself from us;
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When we set up creatures in Gods throne, and give that to them which is only due to him, this is high disloyalty and provokes his jealousie, Deut. 31.17, 18. Deut. 32.17, 20, 21. God will admit no rivals, have no partners in our hearts, he that hateth not all in comparison of him, is not accounted aright to love him,
When we Set up creatures in God's throne, and give that to them which is only due to him, this is high disloyalty and provokes his jealousy, Deuteronomy 31.17, 18. Deuteronomy 32.17, 20, 21. God will admit no rivals, have no partners in our hearts, he that hates not all in comparison of him, is not accounted aright to love him,
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3. Lukewarmness in Gods service, this was the sin for which God threatned the Church of Ephesus, Revel. 2.4, 5. the Church of Laodicea, Revel. 3.15, 16. 'tis not enough that we serve God,
3. Lukewarmness in God's service, this was the since for which God threatened the Church of Ephesus, Revel. 2.4, 5. the Church of Laodicea, Revel. 3.15, 16. it's not enough that we serve God,
when they slighted Sabbaths and spiritual opportunities God sends a famine of this spiritual food, Amos 8.5. compared with verses 11, 12. 6. Unfruitfulness under the means of grace, for his sin God threatned his Ancient people to remove his Gospel from them, they brought not forth the fruits of it, Matth. 21.43. 2. To carry on the designs and purposes of his own grace towards them.
when they slighted Sabbaths and spiritual opportunities God sends a famine of this spiritual food, Amos 8.5. compared with Verses 11, 12. 6. Unfruitfulness under the means of grace, for his since God threatened his Ancient people to remove his Gospel from them, they brought not forth the fruits of it, Matthew 21.43. 2. To carry on the designs and Purposes of his own grace towards them.
If the sun be set all the stars in the firmament cannot make day, if God hide his face, it must needs be night with the poor soul; Thus with David, Psal. 30.7. Thou didst hide thy face, and I was troubled.
If the sun be Set all the Stars in the firmament cannot make day, if God hide his face, it must needs be night with the poor soul; Thus with David, Psalm 30.7. Thou didst hide thy face, and I was troubled.
but when God withdraws all decays, John 15.2. Jerem. 23.3. 3. There will be proportionably a deadness and inefficacy upon all the means of doing us good.
but when God withdraws all decays, John 15.2. Jeremiah 23.3. 3. There will be proportionably a deadness and inefficacy upon all the means of doing us good.
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The weapons of our spiritual warfare are only powerful through God. The Gospel is the power of God, Rom. 7.16. 'tis not food alone can nourish but the blessing of God going with it;
The weapons of our spiritual warfare Are only powerful through God. The Gospel is the power of God, Rom. 7.16. it's not food alone can nourish but the blessing of God going with it;
Ʋse. If God hide his face from them who are the Objects of his favour, what will become of them who are the objects of his displeasure? If these things be done to the green tree, what shall be done to the dry? If this be the severity of God towards them whom he loves,
Ʋse. If God hide his face from them who Are the Objects of his favour, what will become of them who Are the objects of his displeasure? If these things be done to the green tree, what shall be done to the dry? If this be the severity of God towards them whom he loves,
how dreadful is the severity of God against them whom he hates? If this may be the portion of them who are in a state of grace, whatshall be the portion of them who are in a state of sin? If so much be endured by vessels of mercy, what must be endured by vessels of wrath? They may at present flourish,
how dreadful is the severity of God against them whom he hates? If this may be the portion of them who Are in a state of grace, whatshall be the portion of them who Are in a state of since? If so much be endured by vessels of mercy, what must be endured by vessels of wrath? They may At present flourish,
Hath not God hid his face from our Jacob by removing the wonted tokens and pledges of his gracious presence? How great an Eclipse is this day upon all our glory? How are we scanted of former opportunities? It concerns us the more to be affected with these things,
Hath not God hid his face from our Jacob by removing the wonted tokens and pledges of his gracious presence? How great an Eclipse is this day upon all our glory? How Are we scanted of former opportunities? It concerns us the more to be affected with these things,
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because none of us, but by our barrenness under former means, and by our contempt of Gospel priviledges, have contributed very much to the drawing down of his severity.
Because none of us, but by our Barrenness under former means, and by our contempt of Gospel privileges, have contributed very much to the drawing down of his severity.
2. Doct. That when God hides his face, from his people, the great work and business which then lies before them, is to wait upon the Lord to look for his;
2. Doct. That when God hides his face, from his people, the great work and business which then lies before them, is to wait upon the Lord to look for his;
There is not that person on earth, whose ignorance of his duty does not lay a continual obligation upon him, to wait upon the Lord for direction and Councel.
There is not that person on earth, whose ignorance of his duty does not lay a continual obligation upon him, to wait upon the Lord for direction and Council.
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Not is there that person on earth, whose necessities and wants, do not lay the like obligation upon him, of waiting upon the Lord for relief and assistance.
Not is there that person on earth, whose necessities and Wants, do not lay the like obligation upon him, of waiting upon the Lord for relief and assistance.
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Hence is it that the people of God are frequently described by this Character, they are such as wait upon the Lord, believers in the Old Testament waited the accomplishment of those promises, the fulfilling whereof God had reserved for the times of the Gospel.
Hence is it that the people of God Are frequently described by this Character, they Are such as wait upon the Lord, believers in the Old Testament waited the accomplishment of those promises, the fulfilling whereof God had reserved for the times of the Gospel.
Thus Jacob waited for the salvation of the Lord, Gen. 49.18. John the Baptist waited for the Messiah, Matth. 11.3. Joseph of Arimathea waited for the kingdom of God, Mark 15.43. Simeon waited for the consolation of Israel, Luke 2.25. The Jews look for redemption in Jerusalem, Luke 2.38. Believers under the New Testament are said to wait for the accomplishment of those promises, the fulfilling whereof God hath referved for another world, they are said to look for the Saviour, Phil. 3.20. To look for that blessed hope, Tit. 2.13. To look for Christ, Heb. 9.28.
Thus Jacob waited for the salvation of the Lord, Gen. 49.18. John the Baptist waited for the Messiah, Matthew 11.3. Joseph of Arimathea waited for the Kingdom of God, Mark 15.43. Simeon waited for the consolation of Israel, Lycia 2.25. The jews look for redemption in Jerusalem, Lycia 2.38. Believers under the New Testament Are said to wait for the accomplishment of those promises, the fulfilling whereof God hath referved for Another world, they Are said to look for the Saviour, Philip 3.20. To look for that blessed hope, Tit. 2.13. To look for christ, Hebrew 9.28.
when Jehoshaphat, and the people were so distressed, that they knew not what to do, their eyes were upon God, — 2 Chron. 20.12. The Lord is good unto them that wait for him.
when Jehoshaphat, and the people were so distressed, that they knew not what to do, their eyes were upon God, — 2 Chronicles 20.12. The Lord is good unto them that wait for him.
— It is good that a man should both hope and quietly wait for the salvation of the Lord, Lam. 3.25, 26. Psal. 33.18, 20. This is the course which God hath prescribed, the faithful practised,
— It is good that a man should both hope and quietly wait for the salvation of the Lord, Lam. 3.25, 26. Psalm 33.18, 20. This is the course which God hath prescribed, the faithful practised,
For the further clearing of this Doct. Two things shall be spoke to. 1. The nature of this carriage or duty. 2. The principles from which this carriage arises.
For the further clearing of this Doct. Two things shall be spoke to. 1. The nature of this carriage or duty. 2. The principles from which this carriage arises.
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and indeed there is no other way to answer our Objections but by believing, thousands of troubled thoughts may afflict and burden us, but faith answers all.
and indeed there is no other Way to answer our Objections but by believing, thousands of troubled thoughts may afflict and burden us, but faith answers all.
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2. A patient and persevering expectation of Gods trturn, how long soever he delay; Though God do not answer us in our time, yet patience waits Gods time;
2. A patient and persevering expectation of God's trturn, how long soever he Delay; Though God do not answer us in our time, yet patience waits God's time;
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though it tarry, wait for it, because it will surely come, it will not tarry, Psal. 37.7. rest in the Lord, and wait patiently for him, fret not thy self, &c. he that believes makes not hast.
though it tarry, wait for it, Because it will surely come, it will not tarry, Psalm 37.7. rest in the Lord, and wait patiently for him, fret not thy self, etc. he that believes makes not haste.
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'Tis the proper work of patience to wait Gods leasure, and not to think him slack concerning his promises. Heb. 10.37. God hath told us he will come as a deliverer, and patience expects his coming, till at last it can say with that Martyr Master Glover, He is come, He is come.
It's the proper work of patience to wait God's leisure, and not to think him slack Concerning his promises. Hebrew 10.37. God hath told us he will come as a deliverer, and patience expects his coming, till At last it can say with that Martyr Master Glover, He is come, He is come.
Saul waited, as he thought, a long time for Samuel; but at last his patience is wearied out, 1 Sam. 13.8, 9, 13, 14. But to wait is to abide Gods time, Hos. 3.3. with Ezek. 38.8. The Jews sate as a desolate widow some hundreds of years before Christ, and above sixteen hundred years since praying, that God would again build their temple;
Saul waited, as he Thought, a long time for Samuel; but At last his patience is wearied out, 1 Sam. 13.8, 9, 13, 14. But to wait is to abide God's time, Hos. 3.3. with Ezekiel 38.8. The jews sat as a desolate widow Some hundreds of Years before christ, and above sixteen hundred Years since praying, that God would again built their temple;
though he deal with us as he did with the Church, Lament. 3.44. whose prayers could not pass, yet to wait is to charge our selves still to wait as David, Psal. 62.1. My soul waiteth upon the Lord, and vers. 5. of that Psalm, My soul wait thou upon God;
though he deal with us as he did with the Church, Lament. 3.44. whose Prayers could not pass, yet to wait is to charge our selves still to wait as David, Psalm 62.1. My soul waits upon the Lord, and vers. 5. of that Psalm, My soul wait thou upon God;
to continue seeking as the spouse did, till she found him whom her soul loved. For this cause I besought the Lord thrice, 2 Cor. 12.8. says, S. Paul, but to wait is to continue in prayer, as David, Psal. 69.3, 4, 5, 6. To be resolv'd to take no denials like that poor woman of Canaan, whose importunity nothing but the answer of her request could appease, Matth. 15.22, 23, 24. and so on to vers. 29. Or as blind Bartimeus, Mark 10.46. to vers. 50.
to continue seeking as the spouse did, till she found him whom her soul loved. For this cause I besought the Lord thrice, 2 Cor. 12.8. Says, S. Paul, but to wait is to continue in prayer, as David, Psalm 69.3, 4, 5, 6. To be resolved to take no denials like that poor woman of Canaan, whose importunity nothing but the answer of her request could appease, Matthew 15.22, 23, 24. and so on to vers. 29. Or as blind Bartimaeus, Mark 10.46. to vers. 50.
4. A keeping close to God in ways of duty, even when he seems to be furthest off from us in ways of mercy, a willingness rather no have our calamities continued,
4. A keeping close to God in ways of duty, even when he seems to be furthest off from us in ways of mercy, a willingness rather no have our calamities continued,
Thus David though he had the promise of the Kingdom, and might at several times have gotten possession thereof by the destruction of Saul: Yet he waits Gods time,
Thus David though he had the promise of the Kingdom, and might At several times have got possession thereof by the destruction of Saul: Yet he waits God's time,
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Wait on the Lord and keep his way, &c. Psal. 25.4, 5, 21. to purcchase deliverance from outward calamities, by sinful means, is to destroy the soul to preserve the body,
Wait on the Lord and keep his Way, etc. Psalm 25.4, 5, 21. to purcchase deliverance from outward calamities, by sinful means, is to destroy the soul to preserve the body,
or to make Gehezi his bargain, who together with his change of raiment had a curse with it, 'Tis Solomons advice, Prov. 20.2. say not thou I will recompence evil, but wait on the Lord, and he shall save thee, Isa. 26.8.
or to make Gehazi his bargain, who together with his change of raiment had a curse with it, It's Solomons Advice, Curae 20.2. say not thou I will recompense evil, but wait on the Lord, and he shall save thee, Isaiah 26.8.
First, By a through search and scrutiny after those sins which have provoked God to hide his face from us, Lament. 3.40. Let us search and try our ways, &c. Be sure if there be any breach 'twixt God and us, it is of our own making;
First, By a through search and scrutiny After those Sins which have provoked God to hide his face from us, Lament. 3.40. Let us search and try our ways, etc. Be sure if there be any breach betwixt God and us, it is of our own making;
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Hath God deprived us of former opportunities? Have not we been barren and unfruitful? Hath he taken much of former means and helps from us? Have not we undervalued those mercies? We may many times read our sin in our punishment, 'tis the promise of God, To him that hath, shall be given, i. e.
Hath God deprived us of former opportunities? Have not we been barren and unfruitful? Hath he taken much of former means and helps from us? Have not we undervalved those Mercies? We may many times read our since in our punishment, it's the promise of God, To him that hath, shall be given, i. e.
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we are never more fit for mercy, then when we have reformed and cast off those sins, which have deprived us of mercies, this is to lay the axe to the root of the tree.
we Are never more fit for mercy, then when we have reformed and cast off those Sins, which have deprived us of Mercies, this is to lay the axe to the root of the tree.
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for be sure, nothing but our own iniquities can keep back good things from us. 2. Concerning the principles form whence this carriage arises. Take these few.
for be sure, nothing but our own iniquities can keep back good things from us. 2. Concerning the principles from whence this carriage arises. Take these few.
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This was the Language of Eli, 1 Sam. 3.18. It is the Lord. So Hezekiah, Good is the word of the Lord, Isa. 39.8. I was dumb, I opened not mymouth because thou didst it, says, Devid, Psal 39.9. There may be miscarriages in instruments but none in God.
This was the Language of Eli, 1 Sam. 3.18. It is the Lord. So Hezekiah, Good is the word of the Lord, Isaiah 39.8. I was dumb, I opened not mymouth Because thou didst it, Says, David, Psalm 39.9. There may be miscarriages in Instruments but none in God.
if he bind, who can loose? If he cast down, who can raise up? If he speak trouble, who can speak peace? He is the supreme and Sovereign disposer of all things, Deut. 32.39. None can deliver out of his hands.
if he bind, who can lose? If he cast down, who can raise up? If he speak trouble, who can speak peace? He is the supreme and Sovereign disposer of all things, Deuteronomy 32.39. None can deliver out of his hands.
5. A resignation of our selves into the hands of God, a submitting our wills unto his, a laying our selves down at his feet, that if God see it best both in reference to his glory,
5. A resignation of our selves into the hands of God, a submitting our wills unto his, a laying our selves down At his feet, that if God see it best both in Referente to his glory,
and our own good, that we should rather honour him in away of suffering than doing, to pray with our Saviour, If it be possible let this Cup pass from me, nevertheless, not my will but thine be done, Mat. 26.39. Ʋse.
and our own good, that we should rather honour him in away of suffering than doing, to pray with our Saviour, If it be possible let this Cup pass from me, nevertheless, not my will but thine be done, Mathew 26.39. Ʋse.
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as do all impatient and froward persons, who upon every withdrawing of God, are so bold as to call the glorious Majesty of Heaven before their petty Tribunal;
as do all impatient and froward Persons, who upon every withdrawing of God, Are so bold as to call the glorious Majesty of Heaven before their Petty Tribunal;
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The lord is with you while you are with him, but if you forsake him he will forsake you, 2 Chron. 15.2. Can any kind of means do us good without Gods concurrence? whatever there is of virtue in them, it is derived from him ▪ does Food nourish? 'tis God that makes it nourishing, Mat. 4.4. Does Physick cure? 'tis God that makes it effectual.
The lord is with you while you Are with him, but if you forsake him he will forsake you, 2 Chronicles 15.2. Can any kind of means do us good without God's concurrence? whatever there is of virtue in them, it is derived from him ▪ does Food nourish? it's God that makes it nourishing, Mathew 4.4. Does Physick cure? it's God that makes it effectual.
To use indirect means is to blast means, and render them ineffectual. It's true that God sometimes permits many to flourish not only in their sinful courses, but by their sinful courses.
To use indirect means is to blast means, and render them ineffectual. It's true that God sometime permits many to flourish not only in their sinful courses, but by their sinful courses.
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This was Asaphs temptation, Psal. 73. But alas, much better would it have been for such, rather to have been without their comforts than to have purchased them thus.
This was Asaphs temptation, Psalm 73. But alas, much better would it have been for such, rather to have been without their comforts than to have purchased them thus.
if milder corrections do not humble them, like a tender Parent, he is more severe: if cords of love will not draw them, he uses the bonds of affliction;
if milder corrections do not humble them, like a tender Parent, he is more severe: if cords of love will not draw them, he uses the bonds of affliction;
God tryed many ways with Ephraim, but his heart yielded not, God sometimes over till he hath humbled him, Isa. 57.16, 17. with Jer. 31. 19. As for others, God sometimes deals with them as he did with Pharaoh, who by his stubbornness encreased his Plagues;
God tried many ways with Ephraim, but his heart yielded not, God sometime over till he hath humbled him, Isaiah 57.16, 17. with Jer. 31. 19. As for Others, God sometime deals with them as he did with Pharaoh, who by his stubbornness increased his Plagues;
remember how supporting, how refreshing, how improving and strengthning you have found those Ordinances, of which you are at present in a great measure scanted,
Remember how supporting, how refreshing, how improving and strengthening you have found those Ordinances, of which you Are At present in a great measure scanted,
God hath exercised us in this Nation with many years of affliction, but what affliction ever like to this? hath God hid his face from any soul in particular? be persuaded to wait, 'tis a mercy worthy the waiting for, to regain his favour.
God hath exercised us in this nation with many Years of affliction, but what affliction ever like to this? hath God hid his face from any soul in particular? be persuaded to wait, it's a mercy worthy the waiting for, to regain his favour.
as in the primitive Christians they despised estates, liberties, Friends, yea and life it self, rather than submit ot any thing that might endanger Gods withdrawing from them.
as in the primitive Christians they despised estates, Liberties, Friends, yea and life it self, rather than submit It any thing that might endanger God's withdrawing from them.
but while the soul hath its evidences blotted, its hopes darkned, the higer it prises the favour of God, the more afflicting is the inevidence thereof.
but while the soul hath its evidences blotted, its hope's darkened, the higer it prizes the favour of God, the more afflicting is the inevidence thereof.
and what he hath been to it self in times past, cannot but be sensible how grievous a thing it is to lose such a Friend, such a Father, &c. and therefore esteem the recovery of his favour a mery worthy the waiting for.
and what he hath been to it self in times past, cannot but be sensible how grievous a thing it is to loose such a Friend, such a Father, etc. and Therefore esteem the recovery of his favour a merry worthy the waiting for.
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3. The unsafeness of this condition. Three things there are by which Experimental Christians find themselves very much shaken in this world. 1. The Temptations of Satan, sometimes making use of the allurements, sometimes of the discouragements of this world:
3. The unsafeness of this condition. Three things there Are by which Experimental Christians find themselves very much shaken in this world. 1. The Temptations of Satan, sometime making use of the allurements, sometime of the discouragements of this world:
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so it is with Souls while conversing with God. 2. Inward accusations, when Satan and Conscience joyn together in representing to the Soul its Sins and Dangers:
so it is with Souls while conversing with God. 2. Inward accusations, when Satan and Conscience join together in representing to the Soul its Sins and Dangers:
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how did it cause them to contemn these things, Rom. 5.3. Rom. 8.18. They gloryed in Tribulations, and accounted all the sufferings of this life not worthy to be compared to the glory that shall be revealed:
how did it cause them to contemn these things, Rom. 5.3. Rom. 8.18. They gloried in Tribulations, and accounted all the sufferings of this life not worthy to be compared to the glory that shall be revealed:
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but it is good for a man to wait, Lam. 3. 26. This hope makes not ashamed. Rom. 5.5. Tis the promise of God that they that wait upon him shall not be ashamed, Isa. 49.23. Psal. 37.9. and what greater assurance assurance can we have than the Word of God;
but it is good for a man to wait, Lam. 3. 26. This hope makes not ashamed. Rom. 5.5. This the promise of God that they that wait upon him shall not be ashamed, Isaiah 49.23. Psalm 37.9. and what greater assurance assurance can we have than the Word of God;
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When the time was expired of their detainment in Aegypt, no sooner was the four hundred and thirty years past but the self same day he accomplishes their promised deliverance, Exod. 12.40, 41, 42. And as punctual was God in delivering his people out of Babylon, Dan. 5.30. This was therefore Davids plea, Psal. 102.13. Thou shalt arise and have mercy upon Zion, because the time to favour her, yea the set time is come.
When the time was expired of their detainment in Egypt, no sooner was the four hundred and thirty Years passed but the self same day he accomplishes their promised deliverance, Exod 12.40, 41, 42. And as punctual was God in delivering his people out of Babylon, Dan. 5.30. This was Therefore Davids plea, Psalm 102.13. Thou shalt arise and have mercy upon Zion, Because the time to favour her, yea the Set time is come.
thus 2 King. 14 26, 27. the bitterness of their affliction. 2. The lowness of their dispositon, so 1 Pet. 5.6.3. The rage and insolency of their Adversaries, Deut. 32.27. Ezek. 20. 22. these have usually been prognosticks of deliverance.
thus 2 King. 14 26, 27. the bitterness of their affliction. 2. The lowness of their disposition, so 1 Pet. 5.6.3. The rage and insolency of their Adversaries, Deuteronomy 32.27. Ezekiel 20. 22. these have usually been Prognostics of deliverance.
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for us to be unwilling to leave him, to wait upon God, and quiet our hearts by faith in his promises notwithstanding all discouragements, to believe in him when we cannot see him this is the faith our Saviour commends;
for us to be unwilling to leave him, to wait upon God, and quiet our hearts by faith in his promises notwithstanding all discouragements, to believe in him when we cannot see him this is the faith our Saviour commends;
Thou believest because thou hast seen, blessed are they that believe and have not seen, Joh. 20.29. This was the excellency of Jobs faith, that it was so stedfast in cleaving to God, that nothing could unsettle it;
Thou Believest Because thou hast seen, blessed Are they that believe and have not seen, John 20.29. This was the excellency of Jobs faith, that it was so steadfast in cleaving to God, that nothing could unsettle it;
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though he kill me yet will I trust in him, Job 13.15. 4. 'Tis for this end God many times hides his face, to exercise the sait and patience of his people in waiting, 1 Pet. 1.7.
though he kill me yet will I trust in him, Job 13.15. 4. It's for this end God many times hides his face, to exercise the sait and patience of his people in waiting, 1 Pet. 1.7.
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but to the sweetning Gods return, when believers can say as God promises they shall say, Isa. 25.9. Lo, this is our God, we have waited for him, and he will save us:
but to the sweetening God's return, when believers can say as God promises they shall say, Isaiah 25.9. Lo, this is our God, we have waited for him, and he will save us:
6. There lies a greater obligation upon Believers to this carriage, than upon any others: their professions, their priviledges, the promises God hath made to them;
6. There lies a greater obligation upon Believers to this carriage, than upon any Others: their professions, their privileges, the promises God hath made to them;
and after conversion how oft and how long hath God waited our returns from back-slidings? and yet though God hath no other obligation upon him to wait for our good but only from his own goodness:
and After conversion how oft and how long hath God waited our returns from backslidings? and yet though God hath no other obligation upon him to wait for our good but only from his own Goodness:
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and having the care of many Churches upon him (for the Office of an Apostle was so large and unlimited, that indeed it was fit for none but those who are immediately inspired by God with gifts and abilities beyond what others can rationally look for) professeth, of all the troubles he met with from without, none were so considerable, none did so much break his thoughts,
and having the care of many Churches upon him (for the Office of an Apostle was so large and unlimited, that indeed it was fit for none but those who Are immediately inspired by God with Gifts and abilities beyond what Others can rationally look for) Professes, of all the Troubles he met with from without, none were so considerable, none did so much break his thoughts,
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it is a notable passage of his, to shew how hearty he was in minding the concerns of poor Souls: 2 Cor. 11.28. where after he had enumerated his several troubles, he mentions all these to be as nothing;
it is a notable passage of his, to show how hearty he was in minding the concerns of poor Souls: 2 Cor. 11.28. where After he had enumerated his several Troubles, he mentions all these to be as nothing;
and after his Conversion was a constant Companion and Fellow-labourer with this great Apostle, and was much imployed by him in the Ministry of the Gospel.
and After his Conversion was a constant Companion and Fellow-laborer with this great Apostle, and was much employed by him in the Ministry of the Gospel.
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The great Work that he aimed at in writing this Epistle to Titus you find in one general word exprest, it was, to set in order those things that were wanting, Chap. 1. ver. 5. and to direct him in the management of that most important affair of the Church.
The great Work that he aimed At in writing this Epistle to Titus you find in one general word expressed, it was, to Set in order those things that were wanting, Chap. 1. ver. 5. and to Direct him in the management of that most important affair of the Church.
In this Chapter you have several duties which St. Paul gives Titus in charge, that he should be a faithful remembrancer to those Cretians, which duties are many and divers.
In this Chapter you have several duties which Saint Paul gives Titus in charge, that he should be a faithful remembrancer to those Cretians, which duties Are many and diverse.
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Because the duties here prest upon Servants were duties to which they were very much averse by the harshness or ansterenes of their Masters, who had such power over them beyond or above what is used by us,
Because the duties Here pressed upon Servants were duties to which they were very much averse by the harshness or ansterenes of their Masters, who had such power over them beyond or above what is used by us,
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yet by your good carriage you may be acceptable 〈 ◊ 〉 the sight of God, you are not in so low a capacity but you are capable of adorning the Doctrine of God our Saviour.
yet by your good carriage you may be acceptable 〈 ◊ 〉 the sighed of God, you Are not in so low a capacity but you Are capable of adorning the Doctrine of God our Saviour.
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and you find it more fully expressed in the next Verse, For the Grace of God that bringeth Salvation hath appeared, &c. The Grace of God in afording his Gospel, it brings Salvation, that is in the tenders and proffers,
and you find it more Fully expressed in the next Verse, For the Grace of God that brings Salvation hath appeared, etc. The Grace of God in afording his Gospel, it brings Salvation, that is in the tenders and proffers,
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2. Here is a declaration of their duty to whom this Doctrine comes, to whom God hath been so gracious as to vouchsafe his Gospel, they must adorn it, that is, render it lovely and beautiful and amiable to others;
2. Here is a declaration of their duty to whom this Doctrine comes, to whom God hath been so gracious as to vouchsafe his Gospel, they must adorn it, that is, render it lovely and beautiful and amiable to Others;
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they must so live as not to give occasion to others to think the Gospel hath no more efficacie than humane Rules and Reason hath, This duty is mentioned in a two-fold extent, that they and all they (not only Servants but others to whom this Doctrine comes) should adorn the Gospel,
they must so live as not to give occasion to Others to think the Gospel hath no more efficacy than humane Rules and Reason hath, This duty is mentioned in a twofold extent, that they and all they (not only Servants but Others to whom this Doctrine comes) should adorn the Gospel,
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and this we finde is the ordinary Language wherein the Scripture speaks of Christ (at least it is the familiar Language) Titus 1.3. According to the Commandment of God our Saviour;
and this we find is the ordinary Language wherein the Scripture speaks of christ (At least it is the familiar Language) Titus 1.3. According to the Commandment of God our Saviour;
The Socinians and Arians have been very busie in gathering together several Scriptures wherein the word Eloah and Elohim (wherein the singular number is put for the plural (are ascribed to Creatures;
The socinians and Arians have been very busy in gathering together several Scriptures wherein the word Eloah and Elohim (wherein the singular number is put for the plural (Are ascribed to Creatures;
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there are two places especially insisted on, Exod. 7.1. God tells Moses, I have made thee a God to Pha ) raoh The other is Psal. 82.6. I have said, Ye are Gods, speaking of Magistrates and Princes, and the great Ones of the world, those that are in the highest Rank of men;
there Are two places especially insisted on, Exod 7.1. God tells Moses, I have made thee a God to Pharisees) raoh The other is Psalm 82.6. I have said, You Are God's, speaking of Magistrates and Princes, and the great Ones of the world, those that Are in the highest Rank of men;
In answer to these two Scriptures it is observed by many Learned Writers, though the Name of God be indeed ascribed to Magistrates and great Ones in the world more than once or twice,
In answer to these two Scriptures it is observed by many Learned Writers, though the Name of God be indeed ascribed to Magistrates and great Ones in the world more than once or twice,
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but he speaks of the reverence and esteem that he should finde from Pharaoh; and thus it is expounded in Exod. 4.16. God tells Moses, Aaron should be to him instead of a mouth, and he should be instead of God.
but he speaks of the Reverence and esteem that he should find from Pharaoh; and thus it is expounded in Exod 4.16. God tells Moses, Aaron should be to him instead of a Mouth, and he should be instead of God.
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1. He whom the Scriptures doth not only honour with the Name of God, but with those additional Epithites which no Creature is capable of but God, must needs be God, and not meer man;
1. He whom the Scriptures does not only honour with the Name of God, but with those additional Epithets which no Creature is capable of but God, must needs be God, and not mere man;
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He is said, to be God equal with the Father: Phil. 2.6. He thought it no robbery to be equal with God. Titus 2.13. He is stiled, The Great God; and the true God. 1 Epist. St. John 5.20. And we are in him that is true, even in his Son Jesus Christ:
He is said, to be God equal with the Father: Philip 2.6. He Thought it no robbery to be equal with God. Titus 2.13. He is styled, The Great God; and the true God. 1 Epistle Saint John 5.20. And we Are in him that is true, even in his Son jesus christ:
The true God is to be taken in opposition to all Idol-Gods, and all those Metaphorical expressions, where we finde this Name Elohim (as sometimes) given to Creatures.
The true God is to be taken in opposition to all Idol-Gods, and all those Metaphorical expressions, where we find this Name Elohim (as sometime) given to Creatures.
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He is called, God blessed for ever, Rom, 9.5. Whose are the Fathers (speaking of the Priviledges of the Jews) and of whom concerning the flesh Christ came, who is God blessed for ever.
He is called, God blessed for ever, Rom, 9.5. Whose Are the Father's (speaking of the Privileges of the jews) and of whom Concerning the Flesh christ Come, who is God blessed for ever.
He is stiled also, The Lord of Glory, 1 Cor. 2.8. Which none of the Princes of this world knew, for had they known it, they would not have crucified the Lord of Glory.
He is styled also, The Lord of Glory, 1 Cor. 2.8. Which none of the Princes of this world knew, for had they known it, they would not have Crucified the Lord of Glory.
because he knows it, and therefore he must needs be God, John 2.25. And he needed not that any should testifie of man, for he knew what was in man, that is, as he is God, John 13.19. He that knoweth all things before they come to pass must needs be God.
Because he knows it, and Therefore he must needs be God, John 2.25. And he needed not that any should testify of man, for he knew what was in man, that is, as he is God, John 13.19. He that Knoweth all things before they come to pass must needs be God.
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Now I tell you (says he) before it come, that when it is come to pass, you must believe that I am he; believe him to be God. So Rev. 2.23. I am he that searcheth the Reins and Heart, and will give to every one of you according to your work• Now this is only peculiar to the great God.
Now I tell you (Says he) before it come, that when it is come to pass, you must believe that I am he; believe him to be God. So Rev. 2.23. I am he that Searches the Reins and Heart, and will give to every one of you according to your work• Now this is only peculiar to the great God.
He was on Earth, but as God He was even then in Heaven. Matth. 28.20. His promise to his Disciples is, And loe I am with you always, to the end of the world;
He was on Earth, but as God He was even then in Heaven. Matthew 28.20. His promise to his Disciples is, And lo I am with you always, to the end of the world;
nor converse in the flesh with me any longer. 4. Immutability and Eternity are ascribed to Jesus Christ, Prov. 8.22. it is applied to him who is the Wisdom spoken of there principally, The Lord possessed me in the beginning of his way before his works of old:
nor converse in the Flesh with me any longer. 4. Immutability and Eternity Are ascribed to jesus christ, Curae 8.22. it is applied to him who is the Wisdom spoken of there principally, The Lord possessed me in the beginning of his Way before his works of old:
ver. 23, 24, 25, 26. I was set up from everlasting, from the beginning, or ever the Earth was, &c. This shews that Jesus Christ was Antecedaneous to all Creatures, and that speaks him to be Eternal: Psal. 90.2.
ver. 23, 24, 25, 26. I was Set up from everlasting, from the beginning, or ever the Earth was, etc. This shows that jesus christ was Antecedaneous to all Creatures, and that speaks him to be Eternal: Psalm 90.2.
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even from everlasting to everlasting, thou art God. So everlasting is peculiar to God which is ascribed to Christ, Micha 5.2. Whose goings forth have been from of Old, from everlasting.
even from everlasting to everlasting, thou art God. So everlasting is peculiar to God which is ascribed to christ, Micah 5.2. Whose goings forth have been from of Old, from everlasting.
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It is said of him, There is no variableness nor shadow of changing; and he is called, The everlasting Father, Isa. 9.6. Lastly, He that hath life in Himself, and is the Principle of life to others must needs be God.
It is said of him, There is no variableness nor shadow of changing; and he is called, The everlasting Father, Isaiah 9.6. Lastly, He that hath life in Himself, and is the Principle of life to Others must needs be God.
v. 16. And his Name, through Faith in his Name, hath made this man strong; that shews the greatness of his power, through faith in his Name. John 5.26. For as the Father hath life in himself, so hath he given the Son to have life in himself.
v. 16. And his Name, through Faith in his Name, hath made this man strong; that shows the greatness of his power, through faith in his Name. John 5.26. For as the Father hath life in himself, so hath he given the Son to have life in himself.
and every thing that is named, that is, every thing that is excellent, are made subject to him, Eph. 1.22. And hath put all things under his feet, and hath left nothing unsubdued, and gave him to be Head over all things to the Church; That is the third Argument.
and every thing that is nam, that is, every thing that is excellent, Are made Subject to him, Ephesians 1.22. And hath put all things under his feet, and hath left nothing unsubdued, and gave him to be Head over all things to the Church; That is the third Argument.
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Whatever you ask in my Name, that will I do, John 14.13. And to believe in Christ, John 14.2. Let not your hearts be troubled, ye believe in God believe also in me.
Whatever you ask in my Name, that will I do, John 14.13. And to believe in christ, John 14.2. Let not your hearts be troubled, you believe in God believe also in me.
it is expressed by this as the most significant part of their misery, Depart from me ye cursed. Mat. 25.4. (Ye cursed) There is hell enough in that one word, leaving out the other:
it is expressed by this as the most significant part of their misery, Depart from me you cursed. Mathew 25.4. (the cursed) There is hell enough in that one word, leaving out the other:
and we have reason to believe as to the effect, for there is no Salvation without Christ, other Foundation can no man lay, 1 Cor. 3 11. For the opening of this I shall speak briefly to three things. 1. From what it is that Christ saves. 2. Whom it is that he saves. 3. How it that he accomplisheth this work of Salvation.
and we have reason to believe as to the Effect, for there is no Salvation without christ, other Foundation can no man lay, 1 Cor. 3 11. For the opening of this I shall speak briefly to three things. 1. From what it is that christ saves. 2. Whom it is that he saves. 3. How it that he accomplisheth this work of Salvation.
We stand in need of Afflictions, and those afflictions are so far from being an argument of Gods wrath, that they are the fruit of his care for, and love to us.
We stand in need of Afflictions, and those afflictions Are so Far from being an argument of God's wrath, that they Are the fruit of his care for, and love to us.
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this is the great Tyrant that usurps it over the Souls of all the Children of Adam. He saves them from the power of sin, he saves them from the guilt of sin;
this is the great Tyrant that usurps it over the Souls of all the Children of Adam. He saves them from the power of since, he saves them from the guilt of since;
Secondly, who are the persons whom Christ saves, we shall not look upon that Salvation which Christ bought out for the world to be of that vast latitude as to extend to every particular and individual person in the world,
Secondly, who Are the Persons whom christ saves, we shall not look upon that Salvation which christ bought out for the world to be of that vast latitude as to extend to every particular and Individu person in the world,
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Therefore those general expressions in the Scripture of Christs dying for the whole world, are to be understood only in opposition to the Nation of the Jews who were God's peculiar people,
Therefore those general expressions in the Scripture of Christ dying for the Whole world, Are to be understood only in opposition to the nation of the jews who were God's peculiar people,
Those he hath purchased by his Blood, Act. 20.28. Applic. 1. Ʋse. Then this may inform us, that if Christ be the God and Saviour, upon what a sure foundation is the faith and hope of Believers built;
Those he hath purchased by his Blood, Act. 20.28. Application 1. Ʋse. Then this may inform us, that if christ be the God and Saviour, upon what a sure Foundation is the faith and hope of Believers built;
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yet as he is God, it cannot exceed his power to redeem and deliver, Only believe and thou shalt see the Salvation of God, Matth. 8. The poor Leper came to our Saviour (his was such as he could not go to men, he was shut out from the Congregation) and worshipped him, saying, Lord,
yet as he is God, it cannot exceed his power to Redeem and deliver, Only believe and thou shalt see the Salvation of God, Matthew 8. The poor Leper Come to our Saviour (his was such as he could not go to men, he was shut out from the Congregation) and worshipped him, saying, Lord,
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O! therefore, how should this comfort us against the greatest of our spiritual enemies. Our Corruptions, though they are never so strong, our oppositions though never so mighty;
OH! Therefore, how should this Comfort us against the greatest of our spiritual enemies. Our Corruptions, though they Are never so strong, our oppositions though never so mighty;
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and on the other side, do but think who it is that hath undertaken your Redemption and Salvation remembring it is God your Saviour, this one word will weigh down all.
and on the other side, do but think who it is that hath undertaken your Redemption and Salvation remembering it is God your Saviour, this one word will weigh down all.
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The Apostle mentions this two-fold excellencie in the Author of the Gospel, that he might (as •t were) with a two-fold cord bind us to a greater heedfulness of its Counsels,
The Apostle mentions this twofold excellency in the Author of the Gospel, that he might (as •t were) with a twofold cord bind us to a greater heedfulness of its Counsels,
and it is not a single cord that will keep us within compass, and therefore the Apostle speaks here of the Gospel as the Doctrine of him who is our God and Saviour.
and it is not a single cord that will keep us within compass, and Therefore the Apostle speaks Here of the Gospel as the Doctrine of him who is our God and Saviour.
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The Kings & great Ones of the World are in nothing so tender of as their Laws, they will not endure them to be trampled upon, and despised by their subjects.
The Kings & great Ones of the World Are in nothing so tender of as their Laws, they will not endure them to be trampled upon, and despised by their subject's.
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Now is it safe to fall under the displeasure of God to make him our enemy by breaking his Laws? By these two Characters that the Apostle gives of the Author of the Gospel, he would work upon our fear and love:
Now is it safe to fallen under the displeasure of God to make him our enemy by breaking his Laws? By these two Characters that the Apostle gives of the Author of the Gospel, he would work upon our Fear and love:
3. A third design of the Gospel is, to direct us what way, means and course we should take to put our selves in a capacity for the obtaining of this happiness,
3. A third Design of the Gospel is, to Direct us what Way, means and course we should take to put our selves in a capacity for the obtaining of this happiness,
6. In a word, the design of the Gospel is, (if it do not gain our Souls to Jesus Christ for their Salvation) to leave them more inexcusable as to Condemnation, to stop their mouths,
6. In a word, the Design of the Gospel is, (if it do not gain our Souls to jesus christ for their Salvation) to leave them more inexcusable as to Condemnation, to stop their mouths,
1. The Gospel cannot be any other than the Doctrine of God, because it is an abreviation of the manifold wisdom of God, wherewith the Womb of his Counsels and Decrees were travelling before the Foundations of the World were laid:
1. The Gospel cannot be any other than the Doctrine of God, Because it is an abbreviation of the manifold Wisdom of God, wherewith the Womb of his Counsels and Decrees were traveling before the Foundations of the World were laid:
1. Consider that it carries in it some impressions of the Divine Majesty in those deep and mysterious Truths that are therein revealed, which (when they are revealed) do exceed the capacity of any created understanding to reach,
1. Consider that it carries in it Some impressions of the Divine Majesty in those deep and mysterious Truths that Are therein revealed, which (when they Are revealed) do exceed the capacity of any created understanding to reach,
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neither can the heart of man conceive. These are such abstruse things that they could have no other Author but God himself; That God should become man;
neither can the heart of man conceive. These Are such abstruse things that they could have no other Author but God himself; That God should become man;
Now the excellencie of the Gospel appears in this, because the truths therein revealed are so sublime and mysterious, Without Controversie great is the Mystery of Godliness, God manifested in the flesh, 1 Tim. 3.16. 2. From that exactness of holiness the Gospel requires.
Now the excellency of the Gospel appears in this, Because the truths therein revealed Are so sublime and mysterious, Without Controversy great is the Mystery of Godliness, God manifested in the Flesh, 1 Tim. 3.16. 2. From that exactness of holiness the Gospel requires.
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and godly in this persent world. These three expressions amount higher than all the Rules that were invented by men. So 1 Pet. 1.15. But as he which hath called you is holy, so be ye holy in all manner of conversation.
and godly in this persent world. These three expressions amount higher than all the Rules that were invented by men. So 1 Pet. 1.15. But as he which hath called you is holy, so be you holy in all manner of Conversation.
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It implies a similitude but non an equality, that is impossible; an universality of holiness, but not an equality. So in Phil. 4.8. Whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, pure, lovely, of good report, think on these trings.
It Implies a similitude but non an equality, that is impossible; an universality of holiness, but not an equality. So in Philip 4.8. Whatsoever things Are honest, whatsoever things Are just, pure, lovely, of good report, think on these trings.
The terms that others propound are vastly wide and different from these, but Repentance and Faith have the clearest evidence of Reason above all other terms whatsoever.
The terms that Others propound Are vastly wide and different from these, but Repentance and Faith have the Clearest evidence of Reason above all other terms whatsoever.
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and the like) what are they if they were ten thousand times more than any Creature can perform in point of compensation to Divine Justice? Alas! they are nothing:
and the like) what Are they if they were ten thousand times more than any Creature can perform in point of compensation to Divine justice? Alas! they Are nothing:
how doth it amaze and affright, and alter and change them? How doth it make them new Creatures? then when God concurs with it by his Spirit, Such were some of you,
how does it amaze and affright, and altar and change them? How does it make them new Creatures? then when God concurs with it by his Spirit, Such were Some of you,
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Mary Magdalen who was possessed with so many Devils, what an eminent Saint did she become afterwards? So St. Paul of an enraged Persecuter, what an eminent Apostle did the Gospel make him to be,
Marry Magdalen who was possessed with so many Devils, what an eminent Saint did she become afterwards? So Saint Paul of an enraged Persecutor, what an eminent Apostle did the Gospel make him to be,
when it came to him in power? They who have delighted like so many swine to wallow in the mire of their lusts, have had their frames and tempers so altered, that nothing is delightful and pleasing to them but those spiritual Comforts and Enjoyments against which they have had the greatest enmity in their former inclinations.
when it Come to him in power? They who have delighted like so many Swine to wallow in the mire of their Lustiest, have had their frames and tempers so altered, that nothing is delightful and pleasing to them but those spiritual Comforts and Enjoyments against which they have had the greatest enmity in their former inclinations.
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and graet men to become low and mean, and those that flourish in the world to cast off the world, you would think this Gospel should never meet with any entertainment from men that have their wits about them.
and graet men to become low and mean, and those that flourish in the world to cast off the world, you would think this Gospel should never meet with any entertainment from men that have their wits about them.
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Now to part with those things that are so pleasing to nature, and to entertain the Gospel which crosseth all our natural inclinations, must needs be distasteful and unacceptable to flesh and blood;
Now to part with those things that Are so pleasing to nature, and to entertain the Gospel which Crosseth all our natural inclinations, must needs be distasteful and unacceptable to Flesh and blood;
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yet that it hath gained upon its adversaries, it should still prevail, it is an argument that it is of God, that it should be preserved so long, considering the attempts of its enemies against it.
yet that it hath gained upon its Adversaries, it should still prevail, it is an argument that it is of God, that it should be preserved so long, considering the attempts of its enemies against it.
It was notable Counsel that Gamaliel gave the Jewish Councel who were met together to take councel against Peter and the Apostles, to take some speedy course for the ruining of their Persons,
It was notable Counsel that Gamaliel gave the Jewish Council who were met together to take council against Peter and the Apostles, to take Some speedy course for the ruining of their Persons,
but they have wanted rhose heights of comforts and those raptures of joy, which the suffering people of God have met with in their sufferings, which cannot be paralled in any kind of History.
but they have wanted rhose heights of comforts and those raptures of joy, which the suffering people of God have met with in their sufferings, which cannot be paralled in any kind of History.
The Gospel propounds the only remedy against sin, it represents sin odious, and it represents Jesus Christ every way sufficient to deliver us from sin.
The Gospel propounds the only remedy against since, it represents since odious, and it represents jesus christ every Way sufficient to deliver us from since.
Sol. Now the Gospel discovers free Grace to the full, and though we have nothing to make any amends for the wrongs that we have done to Divine Justice,
Sol. Now the Gospel discovers free Grace to the full, and though we have nothing to make any amends for the wrongs that we have done to Divine justice,
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Sol. Him hath God exalted with his right hand to be a Prince and a Savior to give Repentance and remission of sins, Acts 5.31. he tells us how we may come to believe and repent.
Sol. Him hath God exalted with his right hand to be a Prince and a Saviour to give Repentance and remission of Sins, Acts 5.31. he tells us how we may come to believe and Repent.
and all to purchase a little knowledge in the things of Nature? Oh! what paines does it become us to take in searching into the Scriptures and in being acquainted with the Gospel of Christ.
and all to purchase a little knowledge in the things of Nature? Oh! what pains does it become us to take in searching into the Scriptures and in being acquainted with the Gospel of christ.
Again, it deserves our most thankful improvement in making sutable returns for such a mercy, in having a conversation as becomes the Gospel of Christ, Phil. 1.27. Only let your conversation be as it becomes the Gospel.
Again, it deserves our most thankful improvement in making suitable returns for such a mercy, in having a Conversation as becomes the Gospel of christ, Philip 1.27. Only let your Conversation be as it becomes the Gospel.
Doctr. 4. That this Doctrine of God our Saviour is a Priviledge so ominent, that it both deserves and requires the utmost diligence of them that live under it, to adorn it according to the capacity wherein they are.
Doctrine 4. That this Doctrine of God our Saviour is a Privilege so ominent, that it both deserves and requires the utmost diligence of them that live under it, to adorn it according to the capacity wherein they Are.
Three things are to be spoken to in the opening of this Doctrine. 1. That it is a priviledge very eminent to enjoy and be acquainted with this Doctrine of God our Saviour. 2. That it is the duty of all that live under this Doctrine to adorn it, to beautifie it, to render it amiable and lovely, to do what they can to gain it credit and reputation. 3. Though there be difference in Persons some of a higher,
Three things Are to be spoken to in the opening of this Doctrine. 1. That it is a privilege very eminent to enjoy and be acquainted with this Doctrine of God our Saviour. 2. That it is the duty of all that live under this Doctrine to adorn it, to beautify it, to render it amiable and lovely, to do what they can to gain it credit and reputation. 3. Though there be difference in Persons Some of a higher,
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1. That it is an eminent privilledge to enjoy this Doctrine of God our Saviour, it is meationed as the great Priviledge of the Jews, Rom. 3. 2. Ʋnto them were committed the Oracles of God.
1. That it is an eminent Privilege to enjoy this Doctrine of God our Saviour, it is meationed as the great Privilege of the jews, Rom. 3. 2. Ʋnto them were committed the Oracles of God.
This single Priviledge the Apostle magnifies to the heigth; this was the favour wherein God commended his love to them above others, Psal. 147.20. He bath not dealt so with any Nation, and as for his Judgments they have not known them.
This single Privilege the Apostle Magnifies to the heighth; this was the favour wherein God commended his love to them above Others, Psalm 147.20. He bath not dealt so with any nation, and as for his Judgments they have not known them.
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and so Jude 3 verse, Christians are commanded to contend earnestly for the faith which was once delivered to the Saints, the word in the Greek is, NONLATINALPHABET, which was once out of the favour of God vouchsafed and committed to the Saints.
and so U^de 3 verse, Christians Are commanded to contend earnestly for the faith which was once Delivered to the Saints, the word in the Greek is,, which was once out of the favour of God vouchsafed and committed to the Saints.
And that it is so eminent a Priviledge to live under this Doctrine of God our Saviour, I shall prove by three Arguments. 1. From the grand matters wherein this Doctrine doth instruct us. 2. From the grand oppositions that all the enemies of Gods people have made against this Doctrine, whereby they have laboured to deprive the Church of God of so great a mercie. 3. From the singular Providence of God in ordering things so that the Church should not be destitute of this Doctrine to the end of the world, from so many ages past since the publication of it,
And that it is so eminent a Privilege to live under this Doctrine of God our Saviour, I shall prove by three Arguments. 1. From the grand matters wherein this Doctrine does instruct us. 2. From the grand oppositions that all the enemies of God's people have made against this Doctrine, whereby they have laboured to deprive the Church of God of so great a mercy. 3. From the singular Providence of God in ordering things so that the Church should not be destitute of this Doctrine to the end of the world, from so many ages past since the publication of it,
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Though in some things they have hit the right, yet that light that was in them is as far different from the light of the Doctrine of God our Saviour as the light of a rush Candle differs from the Sun at noon day.
Though in Some things they have hit the right, yet that Light that was in them is as Far different from the Light of the Doctrine of God our Saviour as the Light of a rush Candle differs from the Sun At noon day.
Now what ever was spoken of any of those matters contained in the Gospel by them obscurely, this Doctrine of God our Saviour speaks our fully and clearly.
Now what ever was spoken of any of those matters contained in the Gospel by them obscurely, this Doctrine of God our Saviour speaks our Fully and clearly.
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I shall shew in eight or nine instances thereof, those great Principles wherein the design of this Doctrine of God our Saviour is to establish poor Creatures.
I shall show in eight or nine instances thereof, those great Principles wherein the Design of this Doctrine of God our Saviour is to establish poor Creatures.
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most men take their lusts for themselves, and therefore our Saviour when he would shew the necessity of self-denial he calls to the plucking out of right eyes,
most men take their Lustiest for themselves, and Therefore our Saviour when he would show the necessity of self-denial he calls to the plucking out of right eyes,
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as a man consists of several members, so by reason of the corruption of our Nature every lust is called our Member, every part of man being corrupted, Ephes. 4.21. Put off the old man, which is corrupt according to the deceitful lusts.
as a man consists of several members, so by reason of the corruption of our Nature every lust is called our Member, every part of man being corrupted, Ephesians 4.21. Put off the old man, which is corrupt according to the deceitful Lustiest.
So the work of Mortification is commanded in the Members, Col. 3.5. it branches forth this old man in its several members, as fornication, uncleanness, covetousness, Idolatry, and the like.
So the work of Mortification is commanded in the Members, Col. 3.5. it branches forth this old man in its several members, as fornication, uncleanness, covetousness, Idolatry, and the like.
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though not their corrupt members, thus did that rich person, Luke 12.19 he speaks to his Soul, saying, Soul, thou hast goods laid up for many years, &c. he thought these to be proper food for his Soul, for himself. That which any man makes his chief Idol,
though not their corrupt members, thus did that rich person, Lycia 12.19 he speaks to his Soul, saying, Soul, thou hast goods laid up for many Years, etc. he Thought these to be proper food for his Soul, for himself. That which any man makes his chief Idol,
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and when Abraham ••conmted those five Kings, and rescued Lot that was taken by them, in the Hebrew it is, Giveme the Souls, Souls is taken there for 〈 ◊ 〉 s, Genes. 17.14. That Soul shall be 〈 ◊ 〉 rom his people:
and when Abraham ••conmted those five Kings, and rescued Lot that was taken by them, in the Hebrew it is, Give me the Souls, Souls is taken there for 〈 ◊ 〉 s, Genesis. 17.14. That Soul shall be 〈 ◊ 〉 rome his people:
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in the Margin it is read, and all the Souls of his house; and so it is in the Hebrew, Gen. 27.4. That my Soul may bless thee before I die. Gen. 46.15. These be the Sons of Leah, all the Souls of his Sons and Daughters; that is, all the persons:
in the Margin it is read, and all the Souls of his house; and so it is in the Hebrew, Gen. 27.4. That my Soul may bless thee before I die. Gen. 46.15. These be the Sons of Leah, all the Souls of his Sons and Daughters; that is, all the Persons:
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This is one great Truth, and this one priciple, which (if it were firmly believed and faithfully improved) would carry us very far in adorning the Doctrine of God our Saviour.
This is one great Truth, and this one priciple, which (if it were firmly believed and faithfully improved) would carry us very Far in adorning the Doctrine of God our Saviour.
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Again, why have men so many distracting cares for the getting and preserving, and fears of losing those things that concern this outward man, it is because this truth is not firmly believed.
Again, why have men so many distracting Cares for the getting and preserving, and fears of losing those things that concern this outward man, it is Because this truth is not firmly believed.
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Oh! what admirable patience and courage hath appeared in the faithful Servants of God in all ages, who have set their seal to this Truth with their lives and all that hath been dear to them.
Oh! what admirable patience and courage hath appeared in the faithful Servants of God in all ages, who have Set their seal to this Truth with their lives and all that hath been dear to them.
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and to bless God for them, as David did, who said. It was good for me that I have been afflicted, Ps. 119.71. and in faithfulness hast thou afflicted me:
and to bless God for them, as David did, who said. It was good for me that I have been afflicted, Ps. 119.71. and in faithfulness hast thou afflicted me:
But all the cruely to the body is nothing to that of the Soul. Remember therefore this one Principle, that this Doctrine of God our Saviour would have us fix in our minds, that our Souls are truly our selves.
But all the cruelly to the body is nothing to that of the Soul. remember Therefore this one Principle, that this Doctrine of God our Saviour would have us fix in our minds, that our Souls Are truly our selves.
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2. A second Principle that this Doctrine of God our Savior teacheth us is this, That the happiness of the Soul cannot consist in any thing but in the enjoyment of God.
2. A second Principle that this Doctrine of God our Saviour Teaches us is this, That the happiness of the Soul cannot consist in any thing but in the enjoyment of God.
therefore David saith, Psal. 49. They that trust in their wealth, and boast themselves in the mulititude of their riches, none of them can by any mean redeem his brother,
Therefore David Says, Psalm 49. They that trust in their wealth, and boast themselves in the mulititude of their riches, none of them can by any mean Redeem his brother,
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it conquers all perverse reasonings and unbelieving thoughts in them, in so much that their Souls are brought to say with David in Psal. 16.6.7. The lines are fallen to me in pleasant places.
it conquers all perverse reasonings and unbelieving thoughts in them, in so much that their Souls Are brought to say with David in Psalm 16.6.7. The lines Are fallen to me in pleasant places.
yet if thou canst call God thine own, thou canst make up all in him, as David, 1 Sam. 30.6. when all was gone, yet he encouraged himself in the Lord his God.
yet if thou Canst call God thine own, thou Canst make up all in him, as David, 1 Sam. 30.6. when all was gone, yet he encouraged himself in the Lord his God.
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This is the second Principle, that true happiuess is no where to be had but in God, it cannot be had in Creatures, no not in the confluence of Creature comforts.
This is the second Principle, that true happiuess is no where to be had but in God, it cannot be had in Creatures, no not in the confluence of Creature comforts.
I sall shew some things wherein Nature may be satisfied from the common Principles of Reason, that the happiness of the Soul cannot consist in any thing but in the enjoyment of God.
I shall show Some things wherein Nature may be satisfied from the Common Principles of Reason, that the happiness of the Soul cannot consist in any thing but in the enjoyment of God.
a man may be happy without greatness in the World, without the esteem of men, without worldly prosperity, without a thousand things whcih have nothing else to advance them in our esteem, but onely our own fancies.
a man may be happy without greatness in the World, without the esteem of men, without worldly Prosperity, without a thousand things which have nothing Else to advance them in our esteem, but only our own fancies.
It was Augustus complaint in his high concition, being the second Roman Emperor, That he could never be at leasure for himself, because of his businesses;
It was Augustus complaint in his high concition, being the second Roman Emperor, That he could never be At leisure for himself, Because of his businesses;
yet Solomon ranks this among the pieces of vanity, Eccles 1.18. In much wisdom there is much grief, and he that increaseth knowledge increaseth sorrow:
yet Solomon ranks this among the Pieces of vanity, Eccles 1.18. In much Wisdom there is much grief, and he that increases knowledge increases sorrow:
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Can two walk together and not be a greed? Now this Doctrine of God our Saviour thews us how all the difference between God and us may be taken up (by Jesus Christ) this is the great design of the Doctrine of God to reveal this to us, Mat. 1.21. His Name shall be called Jesus, for he shall save his People from their sins.
Can two walk together and not be a greed? Now this Doctrine of God our Saviour thews us how all the difference between God and us may be taken up (by jesus christ) this is the great Design of the Doctrine of God to reveal this to us, Mathew 1.21. His Name shall be called jesus, for he shall save his People from their Sins.
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they that enjoy most of Gods presence here, have but a kinde of absence, if compared with the presence that they shall have of God hereafter, 2 Corinth. ver. 5.6, 7. We walk by faith and not by sight that is we have not the fruition of God in that fulness,
they that enjoy most of God's presence Here, have but a kind of absence, if compared with the presence that they shall have of God hereafter, 2 Corinth. ver. 5.6, 7. We walk by faith and not by sighed that is we have not the fruition of God in that fullness,
the knowledge that we have of God now is but in part, our graces are imperfect here, we see God now darkly, as in a glass, in the glass of his Creatures, in the glass of his Ordinances, in the gless of his Experiences;
the knowledge that we have of God now is but in part, our graces Are imperfect Here, we see God now darkly, as in a glass, in the glass of his Creatures, in the glass of his Ordinances, in the gless of his Experiences;
& to ascertain this, God hath given his people many foretasts of their blessed estate hereafter, 2 Cor. 5.5. He hath given to us the earnest of his spirit:
& to ascertain this, God hath given his people many foretastes of their blessed estate hereafter, 2 Cor. 5.5. He hath given to us the earnest of his Spirit:
All things as they are of God, and by God, so they are to God, Rom. 11. last. 1 Cor. 10.31. Whether therefore ye eat or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God.
All things as they Are of God, and by God, so they Are to God, Rom. 11. last. 1 Cor. 10.31. Whither Therefore you eat or drink, or whatsoever you do, do all to the glory of God.
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all the parts of this Doctrine of God our Saviour is to engage us upon the serious undertaking of purging out of all filthiness, 2 Cor. 7.1. That it is the design of the threatnings is clear to all;
all the parts of this Doctrine of God our Saviour is to engage us upon the serious undertaking of purging out of all filthiness, 2 Cor. 7.1. That it is the Design of the threatenings is clear to all;
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and that it is the design of the Promises (saith the Apostle) Where fore having so many gratious Promises, let us cleanse our selves from all filthiness both of flesh and spirit.
and that it is the Design of the Promises (Says the Apostle) Where before having so many gracious Promises, let us cleanse our selves from all filthiness both of Flesh and Spirit.
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[ Having thess Promises ] what Promises are those? I will be their God and they shall be my people? ple, 2 Cor. 6.16. that one Promise is the sum and substance of all.
[ Having Thess Promises ] what Promises Are those? I will be their God and they shall be my people? ple, 2 Cor. 6.16. that one Promise is the sum and substance of all.
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6. Though there be many discouraging weaknesses and infirmities in the best of Saints, yet we are to hearken to what relief this Doctrine propounds against both:
6. Though there be many discouraging Weaknesses and infirmities in the best of Saints, yet we Are to harken to what relief this Doctrine propounds against both:
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7. That all the Afflictions and Oppositions we can meet with in this world upon th account of our cleaving to God, are not so confiderable as to render the ways of God unlovely.
7. That all the Afflictions and Oppositions we can meet with in this world upon that account of our cleaving to God, Are not so considerable as to render the ways of God unlovely.
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and what it would cost him to forsake God, and savs t••••he, I reckon that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared to the glory that shall be revealed in us.
and what it would cost him to forsake God, and savs t••••he, I reckon that the sufferings of this present time Are not worthy to be compared to the glory that shall be revealed in us.
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This Doctrine of God our Saviour sets forth the glory of Heaven beyond what ever it was before, beyond what discoveries we are able possibly to make thereof.
This Doctrine of God our Saviour sets forth the glory of Heaven beyond what ever it was before, beyond what discoveries we Are able possibly to make thereof.
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The Apostate Andgels since they left their first station, have used all devices to make Man as miserable as themselves; therefore compare Job 1.7. with 2 Pet. 5.8. in Job 1.7.
The Apostate Andgels since they left their First station, have used all devices to make Man as miserable as themselves; Therefore compare Job 1.7. with 2 Pet. 5.8. in Job 1.7.
and from walking up and down in it. (this speaks his diligence) and you find 2 Pet. 5.8. He goes up and down like a Roaring Lion seeking whom he may devour.
and from walking up and down in it. (this speaks his diligence) and you find 2 Pet. 5.8. He Goes up and down like a Roaring lion seeking whom he may devour.
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(this speaks his design which he goes up and down in the earth for) he is a kind of an ubiquitary and continuall Spye, observing what mens designs and dispositions are, that he may accordingly sute his Methods and Devices,
(this speaks his Design which he Goes up and down in the earth for) he is a kind of an ubiquitary and continual Spy, observing what men's designs and dispositions Are, that he may accordingly suit his Methods and Devices,
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therefore he is come down with much wrath against it, Rev. 12.9, 12. And the great Dragon was cast out, that old Serpent called the Devil and Sathan which deceiveth the whole world, he was cast out into the earth,
Therefore he is come down with much wrath against it, Rev. 12.9, 12. And the great Dragon was cast out, that old Serpent called the devil and Sathan which deceives the Whole world, he was cast out into the earth,
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It was sopken of those times immediatly succeeding the Ministry of that great Apostle St. John, by whom this book was written Now this casting down of Sathan,
It was sopken of those times immediately succeeding the Ministry of that great Apostle Saint John, by whom this book was written Now this casting down of Sathan,
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thus our Saviour sent out his Seventy Disciples to preach the Gospel, Luke 10.17, 18. when they returned home again, they came with joy, saying Lord, even the Devils are subsect to us through they Name.
thus our Saviour sent out his Seventy Disciples to preach the Gospel, Lycia 10.17, 18. when they returned home again, they Come with joy, saying Lord, even the Devils Are subsect to us through they Name.
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How do the mists and shades of the night vanish at the appearance of this Sun? It is no wonder then that Satan bestirs himself to his untmost to hinder the preaching of the Gospel which he knows will be the pulling down of his own Kingdom.
How do the mists and shades of the night vanish At the appearance of this Sun? It is no wonder then that Satan bestirs himself to his untmost to hinder the preaching of the Gospel which he knows will be the pulling down of his own Kingdom.
How great a crime is it at this day among the Papists to have a Bible in the House? How many in Queen Maryes days lost their lives upon this very account? it was not their persons that they laboured to destroy so much, as their Principles;
How great a crime is it At this day among the Papists to have a bible in the House? How many in Queen Maryes days lost their lives upon this very account? it was not their Persons that they laboured to destroy so much, as their Principles;
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but as it is said Heb. 11.35. where you read of the cruelties that were exercised to wards the people of God, they were tortured, sorely afflicted, not accepting deliver ance.
but as it is said Hebrew 11.35. where you read of the cruelties that were exercised to wards the people of God, they were tortured, sorely afflicted, not accepting deliver ance.
and what was it to preserve a monmentany life, and to run the hazard of the everlasting welfare of their Souls? on those terms they did not, they durst not accept deliverance;
and what was it to preserve a monmentany life, and to run the hazard of the everlasting welfare of their Souls? on those terms they did not, they durst not accept deliverance;
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how active he hath been and doth continue to be, doth appear by the many cautions and warnings that St. Paul all along gives the Church against them, Ephes. 4.14.
how active he hath been and does continue to be, does appear by the many cautions and Warnings that Saint Paul all along gives the Church against them, Ephesians 4.14.
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and cunning craftines, whereby they lie in wait to deceive. Observe, Satan imployes his Emissaries; they are their Crasts-masters, they are notable Artists, very skilful to do mischief.
and cunning craftiness, whereby they lie in wait to deceive. Observe, Satan employs his Emissaries; they Are their Crasts-masters, they Are notable Artists, very skilful to do mischief.
It is a Metaphor from Dice, an An that some have of cogging a Dye, that so they many make it answer to what cast they please) such Crafts-masters are these Seducers, they are very subtle and dextrous in their Stratagems to deceive unawares. 2 Pet. 1.16.
It is a Metaphor from Dice, an an that Some have of cogging a Die, that so they many make it answer to what cast they please) such Craftsmasters Are these Seducers, they Are very subtle and dextrous in their Stratagems to deceive unawares. 2 Pet. 1.16.
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And their words will eat as doth a canker, or Gangrene; now 〈 ◊ 〉 Gangrene suddenly over runs the whole man unless it be prevented, it presently seizes the vitals, and so kill;
And their words will eat as does a canker, or Gangrene; now 〈 ◊ 〉 Gangrene suddenly over runs the Whole man unless it be prevented, it presently seizes the vitals, and so kill;
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and so do those seductious and 〈 ◊ 〉 Principles by the subtilty and Art of those instruments of Satan which he hath imployed in all Ages of the Church:
and so do those seductious and 〈 ◊ 〉 Principles by the subtlety and Art of those Instruments of Satan which he hath employed in all Ages of the Church:
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Epiphanius & others have taken a great deal of pains in shewing how in all Ages downward ever since the times of the Apostles, the Devil hath been at this kinde of work,
Epiphanius & Others have taken a great deal of pains in showing how in all Ages downward ever since the times of the Apostles, the devil hath been At this kind of work,
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and to suppress the Doctrine of God our Saviour, and that is by exercising his utmost cunning himself by working upon mens corruptions, 2 Cor. 4.3 4, 5. If our Gospel be hid, it is hid to them that are lost;
and to suppress the Doctrine of God our Saviour, and that is by exercising his utmost cunning himself by working upon men's corruptions, 2 Cor. 4.3 4, 5. If our Gospel be hid, it is hid to them that Are lost;
And thus those many designes of Satan against this Doctrine, and his diligence to carry on those designes, is a great Argument of the eminencie of the priviledge of enjoying it.
And thus those many designs of Satan against this Doctrine, and his diligence to carry on those designs, is a great Argument of the eminency of the privilege of enjoying it.
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3. Argument. The wonderful Providence of God, and his perpetual care in preserving this Gospel notwithstanding all the attempts that Hell hath made against it:
3. Argument. The wondered Providence of God, and his perpetual care in preserving this Gospel notwithstanding all the attempts that Hell hath made against it:
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Be sure if any created power or policie (for what policie or power is greater than Satans) could have prevail'd against this Doctrine of God our Saviour, there had not been the least part of this Doctrine remaining in the world at this day.
Be sure if any created power or policy (for what policy or power is greater than Satan) could have prevailed against this Doctrine of God our Saviour, there had not been the least part of this Doctrine remaining in the world At this day.
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Thou art Peter, and upon this Doctrine, this Confession of thine, I will build my Church. Eph. 2.20. And are built upon the Foundation of the Apostles and Prophets, Jesus Christ being the chief Corner-stone.
Thou art Peter, and upon this Doctrine, this Confessi of thine, I will built my Church. Ephesians 2.20. And Are built upon the Foundation of the Apostles and prophets, jesus christ being the chief Cornerstone.
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for there is no Name given under Heaven whereby we can be saved. Answ. Divines here distinguish between a personal Foundation and a Doctrinal Foundation;
for there is no Name given under Heaven whereby we can be saved. Answer Divines Here distinguish between a personal Foundation and a Doctrinal Foundation;
It is a smart passage of one speaking of the improvements made in all pieces of Knowledge; (says he) It is but a vain kind of boast to speak of augmenting knowledge,
It is a smart passage of one speaking of the improvements made in all Pieces of Knowledge; (Says he) It is but a vain kind of boast to speak of augmenting knowledge,
for the work of the Ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ, till we all come in the unity of the faith and of the Knowledge of the Son of God,
for the work of the Ministry, for the edifying of the body of christ, till we all come in the unity of the faith and of the Knowledge of the Son of God,
unto a perfect man, unto the measure of the stature of the fulness of Christ. So long as we are short of perfection, so long shall these helps continue.
unto a perfect man, unto the measure of the stature of the fullness of christ. So long as we Are short of perfection, so long shall these helps continue.
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nor brought in another Gospel to the exclusion of it, though there were early attempts against it, as you find Gal. 1.6.7. Imarvel that you are so soon removed unto another Gospel.
nor brought in Another Gospel to the exclusion of it, though there were early attempts against it, as you find Gal. 1.6.7. Imarvel that you Are so soon removed unto Another Gospel.
but such hath been the care of God concerning this Doctrine, that it is observed as a remarkable thing by Ecclesiastical Writers, that in every age of the Church,
but such hath been the care of God Concerning this Doctrine, that it is observed as a remarkable thing by Ecclesiastical Writers, that in every age of the Church,
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when Satan hath raised up some dangerous Instrument to corrupt this Doctrine, God hath raised up another eminent Instrument for the defence of this Gospel;
when Satan hath raised up Some dangerous Instrument to corrupt this Doctrine, God hath raised up Another eminent Instrument for the defence of this Gospel;
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And so when Pelagius did endeavour to pull own Free grace, and advance and raise up •ature, God then raised up St. Sustine for the lefence of the Truth.
And so when Pelagius did endeavour to pull own Free grace, and advance and raise up •ature, God then raised up Saint Sustain for the lefence of the Truth.
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yet that poor contemptible, despised, and persecuted instruments should preserve this Doctrine from corruption, and that this Doctrine should remain as the three Children in the fiery furnace, having not a hair of their heads singed, this is the wonderful Providence of God.
yet that poor contemptible, despised, and persecuted Instruments should preserve this Doctrine from corruption, and that this Doctrine should remain as the three Children in the fiery furnace, having not a hair of their Heads singed, this is the wondered Providence of God.
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Mr. Fox in his Martyrlogie tells us, to reckon up all the Saints that have sealed to the truth of this Doctrine with their blood in the several ages of the Church would amount to no less than five thousand for every day in the year.
Mr. Fox in his Martyrlogie tells us, to reckon up all the Saints that have sealed to the truth of this Doctrine with their blood in the several ages of the Church would amount to no less than five thousand for every day in the year.
Partic. 2. That the great and principal acknowledgmeat that God expects from all that do partake of this great and eminent priviledge is, that they should do their utmost to adorn this Doctrine of God our Saviour.
Partic 2. That the great and principal acknowledgmeat that God expects from all that do partake of this great and eminent privilege is, that they should do their utmost to adorn this Doctrine of God our Saviour.
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And how this may be, how we may adorn the Gospel, how we may walk worthy of the Gospel the Apostle tells us, Phil 1.11. being filled with the fruits of Righteousness.
And how this may be, how we may adorn the Gospel, how we may walk worthy of the Gospel the Apostle tells us, Philip 1.11. being filled with the fruits of Righteousness.
This is to adorn the Gospel, 1 Pet. 2.9. That they should shew forth the the virtues and praises of him who hath called them, &c. as an apt Scholar, that is much improved in Learning is a praise to his Master.
This is to adorn the Gospel, 1 Pet. 2.9. That they should show forth the the Virtues and praises of him who hath called them, etc. as an apt Scholar, that is much improved in Learning is a praise to his Master.
This is the charge that our Saviour gives toall his hearers, but especially to those he imploys in the capacity of the Apostles, Mat. 5 16. Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works,
This is the charge that our Saviour gives toall his hearers, but especially to those he employs in the capacity of the Apostles, Mathew 5 16. Let your Light so shine before men, that they may see your good works,
By walking exactly according to the Rules of this Doctrine, as the councel of the Apostle is, Eph. 5.15. See then ye walk circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise.
By walking exactly according to the Rules of this Doctrine, as the council of the Apostle is, Ephesians 5.15. See then you walk circumspectly, not as Fools, but as wise.
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And oh what a lovely thing would Christianity appear to be in the eyes of them that are strangers to it, was there but that exactness in our lives that this Doctrine by its several Rules teacheth.
And o what a lovely thing would Christianity appear to be in the eyes of them that Are Strangers to it, was there but that exactness in our lives that this Doctrine by its several Rules Teaches.
I shall speak to three things in opening this, 1. As to our Carriage to towards God 2. Towards others, To our Enemies. 2. Towards others, To our Friends. 3. Towards our selves.
I shall speak to three things in opening this, 1. As to our Carriage to towards God 2. Towards Others, To our Enemies. 2. Towards Others, To our Friends. 3. Towards our selves.
And of Caleb it's said, Numb. 14. He followed God fully. We must not only serve God in some duties, which have nothing of reproach in them to our names,
And of Caleb it's said, Numb. 14. He followed God Fully. We must not only serve God in Some duties, which have nothing of reproach in them to our names,
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It is a dreadful Judgment that God threatned to execute upon his people Israel because they would not serve him with chearfulness in the abundance of all things,
It is a dreadful Judgement that God threatened to execute upon his people Israel Because they would not serve him with cheerfulness in the abundance of all things,
but it would cost them dear, yet, (whatever their food was it had good sawce) they eat their meat with gladness and singleness of heart, rejoycing in the Holy Ghost.
but it would cost them dear, yet, (whatever their food was it had good sauce) they eat their meat with gladness and singleness of heart, rejoicing in the Holy Ghost.
St. Paul when he was canvasing the case with his own soul, and disputing with himself whether all was well with him or not, Rom. 7. in this took comfort, as to my inward man, I delight in the Law of God.
Saint Paul when he was Canvassing the case with his own soul, and disputing with himself whither all was well with him or not, Rom. 7. in this took Comfort, as to my inward man, I delight in the Law of God.
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To do what God commands, and to do it as our burthen, is unsuitable to this Doctrine, Rom. 7.21, 22. I find then a Law, that when I would do good, evil is present with me.
To do what God commands, and to do it as our burden, is unsuitable to this Doctrine, Rom. 7.21, 22. I find then a Law, that when I would do good, evil is present with me.
and he tells us, Rom. 1. last of some kind of Monsters among men, who knowing the Judgment of God, that they which commit such things are worthy of death, not only do the same,
and he tells us, Rom. 1. last of Some kind of Monsters among men, who knowing the Judgement of God, that they which commit such things Are worthy of death, not only do the same,
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When will there be a return of Sabbath opportunities, and of means for us to enjoy Communion with God? Natural men cannot be so sick of spiritual imployments,
When will there be a return of Sabbath opportunities, and of means for us to enjoy Communion with God? Natural men cannot be so sick of spiritual employments,
as gratious souls are sick of worldly diversions, Rom. 8.15. He hath nto given us the spirit of bondage again to fear, but the spirit of adoption whereby we cry abba Father.
as gracious Souls Are sick of worldly diversions, Rom. 8.15. He hath unto given us the Spirit of bondage again to Fear, but the Spirit of adoption whereby we cry abba Father.
But what ever langauge corrupt niture may speak, the great design of this Doctrine of God our Saviour (wherever it works effectually) where ever it comes in power) is to refine our affections and to purge out this dross,
But what ever langauge corrupt niture may speak, the great Design of this Doctrine of God our Saviour (wherever it works effectually) where ever it comes in power) is to refine our affections and to purge out this dross,
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and to be of nothing so impatient as the want of those Opportunities, is that which this Doctrine of God our Saviour teacheth us, viz. to delight our selves in God.
and to be of nothing so impatient as the want of those Opportunities, is that which this Doctrine of God our Saviour Teaches us, viz. to delight our selves in God.
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Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy might, with all thy strength, and with all thy Soul. And we find this in the practice of Gods people, as to their endeavours:
Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy might, with all thy strength, and with all thy Soul. And we find this in the practice of God's people, as to their endeavours:
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Praise the Lord O my Soul, and all that is within me, Praise his holy Name, Psal. 103.1. With my whole heart have I sought thee, Psal. 119.10. This Doctrine directs all to give up their whole selves to God, and thus, Psal. 73.25. Whom have I in heaven but thee? &c. all was nothing in comparison of God.
Praise the Lord Oh my Soul, and all that is within me, Praise his holy Name, Psalm 103.1. With my Whole heart have I sought thee, Psalm 119.10. This Doctrine directs all to give up their Whole selves to God, and thus, Psalm 73.25. Whom have I in heaven but thee? etc. all was nothing in comparison of God.
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though he had not that honor allowed him, yet he rejoyced in this, that God had put it into his heart, 1 Chron. 29.10, 11. Then the people rejoyced for that they offered willingly.
though he had not that honour allowed him, yet he rejoiced in this, that God had put it into his heart, 1 Chronicles 29.10, 11. Then the people rejoiced for that they offered willingly.
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So Saint Paul. though he found many infirmities in himself, yet because he was sincere, God did afford him eminent assistance, I will glory in my infirmities, 2 Cor. 12.9. because when I am weak in my self, then am I strong in Christ Jesus.
So Saint Paul. though he found many infirmities in himself, yet Because he was sincere, God did afford him eminent assistance, I will glory in my infirmities, 2 Cor. 12.9. Because when I am weak in my self, then am I strong in christ jesus.
So he speaks of it as the common support of all believers, viz. their sincerity: 2 Cor, 1.12. This is our rejoycing, the testimony of Consciences, that in simplicity and Godly sincerity we have had our conversations in the world;
So he speaks of it as the Common support of all believers, viz. their sincerity: 2 Cor, 1.12. This is our rejoicing, the testimony of Consciences, that in simplicity and Godly sincerity we have had our conversations in the world;
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though we have not been without our failings nor oppositions, yet this is that which comforts us against both, that God hath honoured us to be sincere;
though we have not been without our failings nor oppositions, yet this is that which comforts us against both, that God hath honoured us to be sincere;
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You read Moses, though he had the opportunity of being Pharaohs Successor in Egypt, yet he refused to be called the Son of Pharaohs daughter, Heb. 11. chusing rather to suffer affliction with the people of God, &c. esteeming the reproach of Christ greater riches than the treasures of Egypt.
You read Moses, though he had the opportunity of being Pharaohs Successor in Egypt, yet he refused to be called the Son of Pharaohs daughter, Hebrew 11. choosing rather to suffer affliction with the people of God, etc. esteeming the reproach of christ greater riches than the treasures of Egypt.
This Doctrine acquaints us with such comforts, with such priviledges, with such refreshments as render all the most tempting objects in the world inconsiderable.
This Doctrine acquaints us with such comforts, with such privileges, with such refreshments as render all the most tempting objects in the world inconsiderable.
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8. To carry it towards God with quietness and submission to his Providences. God loves a chearful giver, and doer, and sufferer, Rom. 5.3. and not only so, but we glory in tribulation also: this is a high pitch:
8. To carry it towards God with quietness and submission to his Providences. God loves a cheerful giver, and doer, and sufferer, Rom. 5.3. and not only so, but we glory in tribulation also: this is a high pitch:
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and able, and faithful, and in all these Infinite. I remember a passage of one, who when he was threatned to be persecuted, imprisoned, tormented, replied, O blessed be God you have not the power of Heaven nor Hell, you cannot promise to bring me into the one,
and able, and faithful, and in all these Infinite. I Remember a passage of one, who when he was threatened to be persecuted, imprisoned, tormented, replied, Oh blessed be God you have not the power of Heaven nor Hell, you cannot promise to bring me into the one,
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though it should cost us pains and labour, so we do but discharge these duties aright, vet we should think all well imployed, Mal. 1 8.14. Cursed be the deceiver, who having a malé in his flock offers.
though it should cost us pains and labour, so we do but discharge these duties aright, vet we should think all well employed, Malachi 1 8.14. Cursed be the deceiver, who having a malé in his flock offers.
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you find how resolute the people of God have been of old and how zealous in the service of God, Josh. 24.15. But as for me and my house we will serve the Lord:
you find how resolute the people of God have been of old and how zealous in the service of God, Josh. 24.15. But as for me and my house we will serve the Lord:
and to submit themselves cordially and heartily to the service of God: there is a moderation indeed that is allowable, yea, necessary, which is a duty;
and to submit themselves cordially and heartily to the service of God: there is a moderation indeed that is allowable, yea, necessary, which is a duty;
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but moderation in the things of God, and an indifferencie therein, is a detestable luke-warmness; because thou art neither hot nor cold, I will spew thee out of my mouth:
but moderation in the things of God, and an indifferency therein, is a detestable lukewarmness; Because thou art neither hight nor cold, I will spew thee out of my Mouth:
Lastly, This Doctrine teacheth us in all these respects together to honour God, and thereby to adorn his Gospel, in following its Rules fully and universally in keeping close to his institutions in all our courses.
Lastly, This Doctrine Teaches us in all these respects together to honour God, and thereby to adorn his Gospel, in following its Rules Fully and universally in keeping close to his institutions in all our courses.
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The Religion this Doctrine teacheth admits of no mixtures: It is pure Religion and undefiled, Jam. 1.27. we must not vary from his institutions in any thing we perform to him in the duties of his worship.
The Religion this Doctrine Teaches admits of no mixtures: It is pure Religion and undefiled, Jam. 1.27. we must not vary from his institutions in any thing we perform to him in the duties of his worship.
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it was foretold by the Apostle, Col. 18. we must not joyn any thing with God as the Object of our love, Matth. 6.24. No man can serve two Masters (be sure not two Masters whose Commands are so contrary each to other) for he will love the one and hate the other.
it was foretold by the Apostle, Col. 18. we must not join any thing with God as the Object of our love, Matthew 6.24. No man can serve two Masters (be sure not two Masters whose Commands Are so contrary each to other) for he will love the one and hate the other.
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Again, we must not joyn our lusts with God, that is the worst of all, Matth. 16.24. Then said Jesus, if any man will come after me, let him deny himself. Matth. 29.30. If thy right eye offend thee, pluck it out and cact or from thee;
Again, we must not join our Lustiest with God, that is the worst of all, Matthew 16.24. Then said jesus, if any man will come After me, let him deny himself. Matthew 29.30. If thy right eye offend thee, pluck it out and cact or from thee;
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In vain do they worship me, teaching for Doctrine the Traditions of men, Matth. 15.19. Again, we must not mingle our own fancies with Gods Institutions:
In vain do they worship me, teaching for Doctrine the Traditions of men, Matthew 15.19. Again, we must not mingle our own fancies with God's Institutions:
but because it was not commanded, therefore they drew the severity of God upon them, fire came down from Heaven and destroyed them If you have not a Command from God for what you do in his worship, you can expect then no other answer from God:
but Because it was not commanded, Therefore they drew the severity of God upon them, fire Come down from Heaven and destroyed them If you have not a Command from God for what you do in his worship, you can expect then no other answer from God:
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Again, We must not joyn the modes and customes of the times and places in which we live, with the Ordinances and Appointments of God, Lev. 18.3, 5. this charge is given by God as his express Command, ver. 3. After the doings of the Land of Egypt wherein ye dwelt, ye shall not do.
Again, We must not join the modes and customs of the times and places in which we live, with the Ordinances and Appointments of God, Lev. 18.3, 5. this charge is given by God as his express Command, ver. 3. After the doings of the Land of Egypt wherein you dwelled, you shall not do.
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Many will engage in the service of God so far as King Henry the IV. who said, he was willing to venture so far to Sea and no farther than he could return safe to land again:
Many will engage in the service of God so Far as King Henry the IV. who said, he was willing to venture so Far to Sea and no farther than he could return safe to land again:
This is the first branch how it is our duty, and how it is the great expectation of God from all those that enjoy the Gospel, to adorn it in our carriage towards God.
This is the First branch how it is our duty, and how it is the great expectation of God from all those that enjoy the Gospel, to adorn it in our carriage towards God.
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to carry it with meekness, and gentleness, to give no offence either to the Jew, or Gentile, or to the Church of God, 1 Pet. 3.4. A meek and quiet spirit, which is in the sight of God of grace price:
to carry it with meekness, and gentleness, to give no offence either to the Jew, or Gentile, or to the Church of God, 1 Pet. 3.4. A meek and quiet Spirit, which is in the sighed of God of grace price:
There is no such Tyranny in the world, as in private Families, as in the husbands carriage towards their wives, (though this may be the occasion of the provocation, the women being of unquiet Spirits,) but this is good in the sight of God, to be of meek and quiet spirits:
There is no such Tyranny in the world, as in private Families, as in the Husbands carriage towards their wives, (though this may be the occasion of the provocation, the women being of unquiet Spirits,) but this is good in the sighed of God, to be of meek and quiet spirits:
But more particularly, We adorn the Doctrine of God our Saviour when we live in an exactness to those Rules that concern our carriage towards men, which I shall reduce to these five or six.
But more particularly, We adorn the Doctrine of God our Saviour when we live in an exactness to those Rules that concern our carriage towards men, which I shall reduce to these five or six.
This Rule extends to all the several kinds of doing wrong; there are these three several ways by which we are lyable to injure others. In their Names, by Defamation. In their Estates, by Fraude.
This Rule extends to all the several Kinds of doing wrong; there Are these three several ways by which we Are liable to injure Others. In their Names, by Defamation. In their Estates, by Fraud.
This we should be careful of, to be tender of the good names of others, the great Rule the light of Nature teacheth, To do to others as we would be willing they should do to us.
This we should be careful of, to be tender of the good names of Others, the great Rule the Light of Nature Teaches, To do to Others as we would be willing they should do to us.
In our worldly commerce and earthly dealings with men this is a frequent Corruption, and it is to be wished that men would more diligently hearken to those Rules that this Doctrine prescribes.
In our worldly commerce and earthly dealings with men this is a frequent Corruption, and it is to be wished that men would more diligently harken to those Rules that this Doctrine prescribes.
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yea, it reacheth so far as our very thoughts, as our Saviour explains it, Matth. 5.22. That Law that forbids murder, forbids malice, and we are guilty of murder in a malitious thought;
yea, it reaches so Far as our very thoughts, as our Saviour explains it, Matthew 5.22. That Law that forbids murder, forbids malice, and we Are guilty of murder in a malicious Thought;
it was not bodily but Soul mercies he came to bestow upon them: this is a common debt that we owe to all men as men, Rom. 1.14. I am a debtor both to the Je•• and to the Gentile:
it was not bodily but Soul Mercies he Come to bestow upon them: this is a Common debt that we owe to all men as men, Rom. 1.14. I am a debtor both to the Je•• and to the Gentile:
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to both, to do them all the good I can, but what good was this? not to teach them how to thrive in the world, to get estates but how to be happy for ever.
to both, to do them all the good I can, but what good was this? not to teach them how to thrive in the world, to get estates but how to be happy for ever.
doth God take care of Oxen? we may apply it to this case, no it is written for man, it is spoken for man, 1 Cor. 9. When St. Peter was so much shaken by the prevalencie of his temptation, that he had lost all the sense of the truth of Grace in his heart (saith our Saviour to him) when then art converted strengthen thy Brethren.
does God take care of Oxen? we may apply it to this case, no it is written for man, it is spoken for man, 1 Cor. 9. When Saint Peter was so much shaken by the prevalency of his temptation, that he had lost all the sense of the truth of Grace in his heart (Says our Saviour to him) when then art converted strengthen thy Brothers.
mercy in this kind to him is cruelty, and flattery is the most remote from love. James 5.20. Let him know that he which converteth a sinner from the evil of his ways, shall save a Soul from death.
mercy in this kind to him is cruelty, and flattery is the most remote from love. James 5.20. Let him know that he which Converts a sinner from the evil of his ways, shall save a Soul from death.
you may save many a Soul from death by seasonable and wise reproof: the meanest and most private Christian owes this duty to all the world. That is the second:
you may save many a Soul from death by seasonable and wise reproof: the Meanest and most private Christian owes this duty to all the world. That is the second:
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3. If through weakness or wickedness we have done wrong to others, this Doctrine enjoyns us to make full reparation with an overplus for what wrong we have done.
3. If through weakness or wickedness we have done wrong to Others, this Doctrine enjoins us to make full reparation with an overplus for what wrong we have done.
here is a double wrong (not but that the Commands of the first Table should have a precedencie) and though Repentance may prevail for a pardon so far as the sin concerns God,
Here is a double wrong (not but that the Commands of the First Table should have a precedency) and though Repentance may prevail for a pardon so Far as the since concerns God,
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it is very natural for man to envy others good, the spirit that dwells in us lusteth to envy, Jam. 4.5. not the good spirit of God, but our natural spirits, our corrupt spirits:
it is very natural for man to envy Others good, the Spirit that dwells in us Lusteth to envy, Jam. 4.5. not the good Spirit of God, but our natural spirits, our corrupt spirits:
Nay, this is that distemper that is born with us, as St. Augustine observes, who seeing two little Infants at the breasts of their Mother, the one lookt with a pale face upon the other, envying at what the other received;
Nay, this is that distemper that is born with us, as Saint Augustine observes, who seeing two little Infants At the breasts of their Mother, the one looked with a pale face upon the other, envying At what the other received;
Joshua, a man eminent for his holiness, every thing in him almost was commendable, yet we read of him, Numb. 11.28. One ran and told Moses that Eldad and Medad did Prophesie in the Camp;
joshua, a man eminent for his holiness, every thing in him almost was commendable, yet we read of him, Numb. 11.28. One ran and told Moses that Eldad and Medad did Prophesy in the Camp;
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Peter envied John the beloved Disciple, that singular favour he had from Christ, John 21. And Peter seeing him, said to Jesus, Lord, what shall this man do:
Peter envied John the Beloved Disciple, that singular favour he had from christ, John 21. And Peter seeing him, said to jesus, Lord, what shall this man do:
Now the best Antidote we have against this ill frame and temper, is the Doctrine of God our Saviour, it teacheth us to rejoyce in the good that others enjoy,
Now the best Antidote we have against this ill frame and temper, is the Doctrine of God our Saviour, it Teaches us to rejoice in the good that Others enjoy,
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if God give others health and we do not enjoy it our selves, yet rejoyce in their health, blessing God for others Comforts though we our selves are under streights;
if God give Others health and we do not enjoy it our selves, yet rejoice in their health, blessing God for Others Comforts though we our selves Are under straights;
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pride and passion are the great disturbancies of all humane Societie. St. James tells us, James 3.13. Who is a wise man and endued with knowledge amongst you? let him shew out of a good conversation his works with meekness of wisdom;
pride and passion Are the great disturbancies of all humane Society. Saint James tells us, James 3.13. Who is a wise man and endued with knowledge among you? let him show out of a good Conversation his works with meekness of Wisdom;
But the wisdom that is from above, is first pure, and then peaceable, gentle, and easie to be entreated full of mercy and good fruits; without partiality, and without hypocrisie.
But the Wisdom that is from above, is First pure, and then peaceable, gentle, and easy to be entreated full of mercy and good fruits; without partiality, and without hypocrisy.
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it teacheth us that all our liftings up are of his mercy, and to keep our hearts low though we be in a high condition, in an humble frame under our great advantages, not despising our inferiors and not carrying it supercisiously towards them that are our equals.
it Teaches us that all our liftings up Are of his mercy, and to keep our hearts low though we be in a high condition, in an humble frame under our great advantages, not despising our inferiors and not carrying it supercisiously towards them that Are our equals.
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but only man, sickness makes no difference, the grave makes no difference, the general Judgement makes no difference, God makes no difference, high and low are all levelled in these respects.
but only man, sickness makes no difference, the grave makes no difference, the general Judgement makes no difference, God makes no difference, high and low Are all leveled in these respects.
The wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable• not but that there may be a necessary vindication and defence of mens rights and proprieties;
The Wisdom that is from above is First pure, then peaceable• not but that there may be a necessary vindication and defence of men's rights and proprieties;
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and with an unwilling willingness, when men are forced to that way, Ephes. 4.1, 2, 3. I therefore the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you that ye walk worthy of the vocation wherewith ye are called, with all lowliness and meekness,
and with an unwilling willingness, when men Are forced to that Way, Ephesians 4.1, 2, 3. I Therefore the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you that you walk worthy of the vocation wherewith you Are called, with all lowliness and meekness,
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and with long-suffering, forbearing one another in love, endeavouring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. Follow peace with all men;
and with long-suffering, forbearing one Another in love, endeavouring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bound of peace. Follow peace with all men;
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Do but consider what a lovely thing would this Doctrine of God our Saviour appear to be, would Professors but live up to these Rules, not to dare to do the least wrong to others,
Do but Consider what a lovely thing would this Doctrine of God our Saviour appear to be, would Professors but live up to these Rules, not to Dare to do the least wrong to Others,
to look upon our selves as obliged to do all the good we can to others, to the Souls, to the bodies, to the concerns of others, &c. what security can men have for all that is in danger by men, more than they have by these Principles? and what greater assurance can they have of all the good men are capable of doing them, which these Principles oblige those that own this Doctrine to put in practice? Certainly it is only the want of living up to these Rules that brings this Doctrine under such contempt and reproach.
to look upon our selves as obliged to do all the good we can to Others, to the Souls, to the bodies, to the concerns of Others, etc. what security can men have for all that is in danger by men, more than they have by these Principles? and what greater assurance can they have of all the good men Are capable of doing them, which these Principles oblige those that own this Doctrine to put in practice? Certainly it is only the want of living up to these Rules that brings this Doctrine under such contempt and reproach.
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How many unjust injuries did David suffer from Saul, and how often did God deliver Saul into his hands, in so much that his followers said, the Lord hath delivered his life into thy hand;
How many unjust injuries did David suffer from Saul, and how often did God deliver Saul into his hands, in so much that his followers said, the Lord hath Delivered his life into thy hand;
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Now he is in thy power: O says David, 1 Sam. 24.12. The Lord Judge between me and thee, and the Lord avenge me of thee, but my hand shall not be upon thee.
Now he is in thy power: Oh Says David, 1 Sam. 24.12. The Lord Judge between me and thee, and the Lord avenge me of thee, but my hand shall not be upon thee.
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ver. 11. Moreover my Father, see, yea see, the skirt of thy robe in my hand, &c. how often had David the like opportunity to destroy Saul, but no saith he, God will avenge me, he will either fall in battle,
ver. 11. Moreover my Father, see, yea see, the skirt of thy robe in my hand, etc. how often had David the like opportunity to destroy Saul, but no Says he, God will avenge me, he will either fallen in battle,
3. Be ready to forgive them: it is an high expression of the Apostle, Eph. 4.32. Forgiving one another, even as God for Christs sake hath forgiven you.
3. Be ready to forgive them: it is an high expression of the Apostle, Ephesians 4.32. Forgiving one Another, even as God for Christ sake hath forgiven you.
Herein we are required to shew our selves to be children of our Heavenly Father, Mat 5. If you love them that love you, what reward have you? do not even the Publicans the same? vers. 44. But I say unto you, love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you,
Herein we Are required to show our selves to be children of our Heavenly Father, Mathew 5. If you love them that love you, what reward have you? do not even the Publicans the same? vers. 44. But I say unto you, love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you,
and to bring them into a love of them, 1 Pet. 2.15. For so is the will of God, that with well doing, you may put to silence the ignorance of foolish men.
and to bring them into a love of them, 1 Pet. 2.15. For so is the will of God, that with well doing, you may put to silence the ignorance of foolish men.
The whole duty of man is summed up by our Saviour in this one word, Love. When the Lawyer came to Christ tempting him, Mat. 22. Master, which is the grace Commandment in the Law? vers. 36, 37, Jesus answered, and said unto him, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God,
The Whole duty of man is summed up by our Saviour in this one word, Love. When the Lawyer Come to christ tempting him, Mathew 22. Master, which is the grace Commandment in the Law? vers. 36, 37, jesus answered, and said unto him, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God,
and this debt, though we are still paying it, yet we are still owing it, especially to the houshold of Faith, our fellow Christians 1 John 3.22, 23. compared with ver. 22. And whatsoever we ask we receive of him; because we keep his Commandment:
and this debt, though we Are still paying it, yet we Are still owing it, especially to the household of Faith, our fellow Christians 1 John 3.22, 23. compared with for. 22. And whatsoever we ask we receive of him; Because we keep his Commandment:
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and therefore are excellent, because they partake of, and are neerer in their resemblance to the Divine nature than others, 2 Pet. 1.4. Whereby are given to us exceeding great and precious promises, whereby we are made partakers of the Divine nature; a high expression:
and Therefore Are excellent, Because they partake of, and Are nearer in their resemblance to the Divine nature than Others, 2 Pet. 1.4. Whereby Are given to us exceeding great and precious promises, whereby we Are made partakers of the Divine nature; a high expression:
This is clear, this debt of love (though we owe it to all, and shall be owing it while we live) yet we owe it especially to our fellow Christians, and that upon these accounts.
This is clear, this debt of love (though we owe it to all, and shall be owing it while we live) yet we owe it especially to our fellow Christians, and that upon these accounts.
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a full place to this purpose is that Matth. 25.40. when Christ shall speak encouragingly to them on his right hand, Come ye blessed of my Father, inherit a Kingdom prepared for you, &c. in as much a ye have done it to one of the least of these my Brethren, ye have done it unto me.
a full place to this purpose is that Matthew 25.40. when christ shall speak encouragingly to them on his right hand, Come you blessed of my Father, inherit a Kingdom prepared for you, etc. in as much a you have done it to one of the least of these my Brothers, you have done it unto me.
because we love the Brethren, 1 Joh. 3.17. 4. It is upon this account principally that God intrusts some of his servants with greater talents than others, that they may be more capable of expressing their love and tenderness to their Brethren, 1 Cor. 12. The Apostle compares the Church of Christ to an organical body, a body that consists of many members;
Because we love the Brothers, 1 John 3.17. 4. It is upon this account principally that God intrusts Some of his Servants with greater Talents than Others, that they may be more capable of expressing their love and tenderness to their Brothers, 1 Cor. 12. The Apostle compares the Church of christ to an organical body, a body that consists of many members;
and he speaks of a diversity of gifts, that those members are eudued with, v. 4, 5, 6. but upon what account are these gifts given, v. 7. It is given to every man to profit withal, to be useful with;
and he speaks of a diversity of Gifts, that those members Are eudued with, v. 4, 5, 6. but upon what account Are these Gifts given, v. 7. It is given to every man to profit withal, to be useful with;
therefore as one observes, there are Christians of divers ranks, and divers forms; some that are weak, but God hath inricht others with more strength;
Therefore as one observes, there Are Christians of diverse ranks, and diverse forms; Some that Are weak, but God hath enriched Others with more strength;
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those that have less than others, should provoke them that have more to thankfulness, and to have their bowels drawn out towards others that have need of their help.
those that have less than Others, should provoke them that have more to thankfulness, and to have their bowels drawn out towards Others that have need of their help.
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Consider the many strict obligations and bonds that Christians are in one to another beyond what other Relations have, at least how much more significant those Relations are between them;
Consider the many strict obligations and bonds that Christians Are in one to Another beyond what other Relations have, At lest how much more significant those Relations Are between them;
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nor of blood, nor of the will of man, but of God, John 1.14. yet higher, they are members of one body, Col. 3.15. now there is a tenderness that all the members have one of another;
nor of blood, nor of the will of man, but of God, John 1.14. yet higher, they Are members of one body, Col. 3.15. now there is a tenderness that all the members have one of Another;
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but that the members should have the same care one for another. But you have a higher expression than this, not only members of the same body, but members one of another:
but that the members should have the same care one for Another. But you have a higher expression than this, not only members of the same body, but members one of Another:
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this shews the unity, oneness, and nearness that should be between the Children of God. NONLATINALPHABET Nay, they are said to be acted by the same Spirit;
this shows the unity, oneness, and nearness that should be between the Children of God. Nay, they Are said to be acted by the same Spirit;
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or shall the hand be imployed to pluck out the eye, or to cut off the leg, this would be monstrous and strange to see ••sentions among persons so neerly related:
or shall the hand be employed to pluck out the eye, or to Cut off the leg, this would be monstrous and strange to see ••sentions among Persons so nearly related:
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It is observed in the Book of Martyrs, that when Bishop Cranmor, Hooker, Ridley and Sanders were in prison they did agree, they then laid aside all differences between them.
It is observed in the Book of Martyrs, that when Bishop Cranmore, Hooker, Ridley and Sanders were in prison they did agree, they then laid aside all differences between them.
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Indeed God gives a special charge to them that have the oversight of the flock, that they especially watch over them, Heb. 13.17. Submit your selves to them that have the rule over you, for they watch for your Souls:
Indeed God gives a special charge to them that have the oversight of the flock, that they especially watch over them, Hebrew 13.17. Submit your selves to them that have the Rule over you, for they watch for your Souls:
Paul and Barnab as (those eminent Apostles, whom the Heathen seeing to do such strange things would have worshipped and adored) say of themselves, We are men of like passions with your selves:
Paul and Barnabas as (those eminent Apostles, whom the Heathen seeing to do such strange things would have worshipped and adored) say of themselves, We Are men of like passion with your selves:
so we are obliged on the highest account to bear with others, Eph. 4.2. With all lowliness, and meekness, and long suffering, forbearing one another in love, and so forgiving one another.
so we Are obliged on the highest account to bear with Others, Ephesians 4.2. With all lowliness, and meekness, and long suffering, forbearing one Another in love, and so forgiving one Another.
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3 In restoring our weak Brother with a Spirit of meekness, Gal. 6.1. Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such an one in the spirit of meekness;
3 In restoring our weak Brother with a Spirit of meekness, Gal. 6.1. Brothers, if a man be overtaken in a fault, you which Are spiritual, restore such an one in the Spirit of meekness;
the word in the Greek is NONLATINALPHABET, to set in joynt again as a member that is unset, we must do what we can to set it again in its right place, that it may be useful and active:
the word in the Greek is, to Set in joint again as a member that is unset, we must do what we can to Set it again in its right place, that it may be useful and active:
It was the sin of Ephraim, that he forgot the Afflictions of Joseph. But it is the great design of this Doctrine to perswade all Christians to a publick spiritedness:
It was the since of Ephraim, that he forgotten the Afflictions of Joseph. But it is the great Design of this Doctrine to persuade all Christians to a public spiritedness:
but how was Eli concerned in the cause of God, and David in the concerns of Jerusalem, If I forget thee, O Jerusalem, let my right hand forget her cunning:
but how was Eli concerned in the cause of God, and David in the concerns of Jerusalem, If I forget thee, Oh Jerusalem, let my right hand forget her cunning:
This sympathy must be an active sympathy, administring to all the necessities of the Saints in all kinds, according to those talents God hath given to us, to administer to the outward wants of others,
This Sympathy must be an active Sympathy, administering to all the necessities of the Saints in all Kinds, according to those Talents God hath given to us, to administer to the outward Wants of Others,
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the word in the original (NONLATINALPHABET) is generally taken in a bad senst, but here in a good, to wit, to excite, to stir up others to love and good works,
the word in the original () is generally taken in a bad senst, but Here in a good, to wit, to excite, to stir up Others to love and good works,
Do what you can by your counsels and examples to provoke one another other to love and good works, this is the only provocation that should be found amongst Christians, to labour by an holy emulation to excel in edification.
Do what you can by your Counsels and Examples to provoke one Another other to love and good works, this is the only provocation that should be found among Christians, to labour by an holy emulation to excel in edification.
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In one word, we are commanded in our carriage towards towards our Brethren, to put on like bowels of compassion towards them, that Christ hath to us, Col. 3.12. Put you on therefore, Beloved, as to the elect of God (holy and beloved) bowels of mercies, &c. And thus I have briefly gone over and shewed you how Christians should shew their thankfulness for the Gospel, by labouring thus to adorn it in their carriage towards their Brethren, to carry it with so much love, especially with love to their Souls.
In one word, we Are commanded in our carriage towards towards our Brothers, to put on like bowels of compassion towards them, that christ hath to us, Col. 3.12. Put you on Therefore, beloved, as to the elect of God (holy and Beloved) bowels of Mercies, etc. And thus I have briefly gone over and showed you how Christians should show their thankfulness for the Gospel, by labouring thus to adorn it in their carriage towards their Brothers, to carry it with so much love, especially with love to their Souls.
this is to be the measure of our love to others, Matth. 22.17. It is a principle that is rooted in the nature of all Creatures, self-preservation, to be tender of any thing that is hurtful or prejudicial to that:
this is to be the measure of our love to Others, Matthew 22.17. It is a principle that is rooted in the nature of all Creatures, self-preservation, to be tender of any thing that is hurtful or prejudicial to that:
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His sinful self, that is his lusts and his vile affections by mortification: Mortifie therefore your members which are upon the earth, Col. 3.5. his sinful self he must deny absolutely, and universally, and everlastingly in point of endeavour:
His sinful self, that is his Lustiest and his vile affections by mortification: Mortify Therefore your members which Are upon the earth, Col. 3.5. his sinful self he must deny absolutely, and universally, and everlastingly in point of endeavour:
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as the Apostle exhorts, Ephes. 4. And in some cases we must deny our selves as to natural comforts when they prove to be an hinderance between our enjoying of them,
as the Apostle exhorts, Ephesians 4. And in Some cases we must deny our selves as to natural comforts when they prove to be an hindrance between our enjoying of them,
But observe as to our best selves, that is, our Souls, in point of care for them, there is no self-denyal of this nature required; that is the Devils, self-denyal.
But observe as to our best selves, that is, our Souls, in point of care for them, there is no self-denial of this nature required; that is the Devils, self-denial.
You find David often in distrusting himself, and therefore he checks himself for, and cautions himself against every thing that he discovers of a sinful carriage;
You find David often in distrusting himself, and Therefore he Checks himself for, and cautions himself against every thing that he discovers of a sinful carriage;
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or particular vocations or callings, or conditions we should be cautioning our selves against. This is that holy jealousie that we should exercise over our selves.
or particular vocations or callings, or conditions we should be cautioning our selves against. This is that holy jealousy that we should exercise over our selves.
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We should be exceeding jealous of our own sluggishness, lest our own warm affections should degenerate into chilness and our forwardness in Religion should degenerate into formality.
We should be exceeding jealous of our own sluggishness, lest our own warm affections should degenerate into chillness and our forwardness in Religion should degenerate into formality.
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Thus you find David did, Psal. 62.1, 5, 6. The great duty he is here exciting himself to and encouraging himself in, is the exercise of his Faith in all conditions, My soul trust thou in God:
Thus you find David did, Psalm 62.1, 5, 6. The great duty he is Here exciting himself to and encouraging himself in, is the exercise of his Faith in all conditions, My soul trust thou in God:
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they should be jealous and distrustful of themselves, and press that home upon themselves which St, Paul urgeth upon the Philippians, Philip. 4.8. Finally Brethren, whatsoever things are honest, just, pure, true, of good report, think on these things.
they should be jealous and distrustful of themselves, and press that home upon themselves which Saint, Paul urges upon the Philippians, Philip. 4.8. Finally Brothers, whatsoever things Are honest, just, pure, true, of good report, think on these things.
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where have I been to day? what have I done to day? what good have I omitted? what evil have I committed? these kind of questions they did use to put to themselves every night before they went to sleep.
where have I been to day? what have I done to day? what good have I omitted? what evil have I committed? these kind of questions they did use to put to themselves every night before they went to sleep.
Now this self watchfulness should express it self partly in keeping our hearts above all keepings, with all diligence, knowing how deceitful they are, Prov. 23.4.
Now this self watchfulness should express it self partly in keeping our hearts above all keepings, with all diligence, knowing how deceitful they Are, Curae 23.4.
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or as Soldiers a Garison from the assaults of all kind of Enemies, keep them as under lock and key, keep them as that thou knowest them to be apt continually to start aside.
or as Soldiers a Garrison from the assaults of all kind of Enemies, keep them as under lock and key, keep them as that thou Knowest them to be apt continually to start aside.
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Though God hath betrusted our souls true with others in some degree, yet every man especially hath the charge of his own Soul, Luke 12.22 Thou fool, this night shall thy soul be required at thy hands.
Though God hath betrusted our Souls true with Others in Some degree, yet every man especially hath the charge of his own Soul, Lycia 12.22 Thou fool, this night shall thy soul be required At thy hands.
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How often doth Moses upbraid the People of Israel, O foolish people and unwise, do you thus requite the Lord? Thus should we deal with our selves, charging our selves with disingenuity and ingratitude to that God who so highly deserves from every one of us;
How often does Moses upbraid the People of Israel, Oh foolish people and unwise, do you thus requite the Lord? Thus should we deal with our selves, charging our selves with disingenuity and ingratitude to that God who so highly deserves from every one of us;
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If you would do any thing in Religion to purpose, if either you would persevere with constancy or make any considerable progress in adorning the Doctrine of God our Saviour, you must keep your selves in the love of God.
If you would do any thing in Religion to purpose, if either you would persevere with constancy or make any considerable progress in adorning the Doctrine of God our Saviour, you must keep your selves in the love of God.
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Salvian in his Book de Ecclesia, often brings in the Heathen reproaching the Christians for their unsutable conversation to their Profession, thereby giving occasion to the Heathen to blaspheme.
Salvian in his Book de Ecclesia, often brings in the Heathen reproaching the Christians for their unsuitable Conversation to their Profession, thereby giving occasion to the Heathen to Blaspheme.
the Jews of old time were very much addicted to the sin of Idolatry, but it is observed that after once they went into Captivity and were sensible that it was for that sin, that God had so long cast them off, they were a most averse people to the sin of Idolatry ever since.
the jews of old time were very much addicted to the since of Idolatry, but it is observed that After once they went into Captivity and were sensible that it was for that since, that God had so long cast them off, they were a most averse people to the since of Idolatry ever since.
and so here, how many that are strangers to Jesus Christ are kept off from embracing this Doctrine of Christ from the intemperance and immorality of them that profess this Doctrine.
and so Here, how many that Are Strangers to jesus christ Are kept off from embracing this Doctrine of christ from the intemperance and immorality of them that profess this Doctrine.
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Christians who have but a dimmer light have scorned to do those things that many Professors have been guilty of in the face of the Sun, this is a reproach to this Doctrine of God our Saviour.
Christians who have but a dimmer Light have scorned to do those things that many Professors have been guilty of in the face of the Sun, this is a reproach to this Doctrine of God our Saviour.
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1. Those worldly Professors who lay about them for these earthly things, as if they believed nothing at all of what they profess, concerning God, Heaven,
1. Those worldly Professors who lay about them for these earthly things, as if they believed nothing At all of what they profess, Concerning God, Heaven,
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their chiefest endeavour is to gratifie their senses, to make provision for that part of theirs that is common with them to brute beasts, I mean their bodies.
their chiefest endeavour is to gratify their Senses, to make provision for that part of theirs that is Common with them to brutus beasts, I mean their bodies.
now these Professors that make the world their Idol, live in a perfect contradiction to all these great truths that this Doctrine propounds as the Rule by which we should walk through the whole course of our lives.
now these Professors that make the world their Idol, live in a perfect contradiction to all these great truths that this Doctrine propounds as the Rule by which we should walk through the Whole course of our lives.
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this is the way in which all the people of God have reached Heaven in ages past, 2 Cor. 4.2 last verses. So that this reproves all worldly Professors, who are a reproach to those Principles that teach us to live by faith:
this is the Way in which all the people of God have reached Heaven in ages past, 2 Cor. 4.2 last Verses. So that this reproves all worldly Professors, who Are a reproach to those Principles that teach us to live by faith:
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if these outward confidences are secured, then all is wel with him, but if he be in worldly straits he can live no more by faith than what he hath in wordly supplies.
if these outward confidences Are secured, then all is well with him, but if he be in worldly straits he can live no more by faith than what he hath in wordly supplies.
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to be slothful in the service of so good a Master, to be sluggish in so encouraging a work is most highly to be blamed in those that profess themselves Christians.
to be slothful in the service of so good a Master, to be sluggish in so encouraging a work is most highly to be blamed in those that profess themselves Christians.
You that have such a gracious Lord to serve, you that have all the encouragements that Servants can have, O be not slothful, but followers of them who through faith and patience inherit the Promises, Heb. 6.12. and Rom. 12. Not slothful in business, but fervent in Spirit, serving the Lord.
You that have such a gracious Lord to serve, you that have all the encouragements that Servants can have, Oh be not slothful, but followers of them who through faith and patience inherit the Promises, Hebrew 6.12. and Rom. 12. Not slothful in business, but fervent in Spirit, serving the Lord.
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therefore they that are slothful Professors that are sluggish in the service of God, are a reproach to that good Master that they serve, to that blessed work in which they are engaged:
Therefore they that Are slothful Professors that Are sluggish in the service of God, Are a reproach to that good Master that they serve, to that blessed work in which they Are engaged:
Now they that think that they can do well enough by their own strength, and can perform duties acceptable to God without more than an ordinary assistance, are to be reproved;
Now they that think that they can do well enough by their own strength, and can perform duties acceptable to God without more than an ordinary assistance, Are to be reproved;
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How angry was God with his antient people, and severely threatens them upon this account, Deut. 28.47, 48. Because thou servedst not the Lord thy God with gladness of heart in the abundance of all things,
How angry was God with his ancient people, and severely threatens them upon this account, Deuteronomy 28.47, 48. Because thou servedst not the Lord thy God with gladness of heart in the abundance of all things,
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What reverence they have had to their Idol-Gods, and how highly they were concerned to shew the heigth of their respect to them? What a Controversie was there at Ephesus among the chief Persons concerning a Statue to Diana? One said Marble was more eligible, because it was more lasting;
What Reverence they have had to their Idol-Gods, and how highly they were concerned to show the heighth of their respect to them? What a Controversy was there At Ephesus among the chief Persons Concerning a Statue to Diana? One said Marble was more eligible, Because it was more lasting;
What a reproach then is it to Professors, that they can be content to put off the true God with the worst? to offer to him the blind and the lame, to offer that to him which they dare not offer to their Governour, Mal. 1.6.8. Again, how many sober Heathen have in justice and moral honesty gone beyond them that usurp the name of Christians.
What a reproach then is it to Professors, that they can be content to put off the true God with the worst? to offer to him the blind and the lame, to offer that to him which they Dare not offer to their Governor, Malachi 1.6.8. Again, how many Sobrium Heathen have in Justice and moral honesty gone beyond them that usurp the name of Christians.
they valued neither estates nor liberty, nor life in the defence of those things they called virtue, Rom. 2.14, 15. it is said of hose Heathen, That they having not a Law, are a Law to themselves.
they valued neither estates nor liberty, nor life in the defence of those things they called virtue, Rom. 2.14, 15. it is said of hose Heathen, That they having not a Law, Are a Law to themselves.
2. A second consideration, how much doth God expect from you, more than others? you that profess to serve a higher Master, to be engaged in greater and better work than others.
2. A second consideration, how much does God expect from you, more than Others? you that profess to serve a higher Master, to be engaged in greater and better work than Others.
Matth 25. in the Parable of the Master who had distributed several Talents among his Servants, you find that he was accounted a faithful Servant whose improvements were answerable to his receipts:
Matthew 25. in the Parable of the Master who had distributed several Talents among his Servants, you find that he was accounted a faithful Servant whose improvements were answerable to his receipts:
I have shewed you what a great priviledge it is to enjoy this Doctrine of God our Saviour, he expects that you shall proportionably adorn it, that you should shun the appearance of evil,
I have showed you what a great privilege it is to enjoy this Doctrine of God our Saviour, he expects that you shall proportionably adorn it, that you should shun the appearance of evil,
3. Consider what a glory former Christians that have outdone all other kind of men besides, in observing the Rules of the Gospel, have been to this Doctrine of God our Saviour.
3. Consider what a glory former Christians that have outdone all other kind of men beside, in observing the Rules of the Gospel, have been to this Doctrine of God our Saviour.
and that could with chearfulness undergo any misery, when the case was clear indeed (when the case was doubtful, the case was different) then how they counted Godliness great gain,
and that could with cheerfulness undergo any misery, when the case was clear indeed (when the case was doubtful, the case was different) then how they counted Godliness great gain,
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though it was loaded with reproaches, and losses, and all worldly inconveniencies, yet they accounted it the most profitable eourse that could be taken,
though it was loaded with Reproaches, and losses, and all worldly inconveniences, yet they accounted it the most profitable eourse that could be taken,
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and when they were destitute of all Creature-comforts, yet they could be content with this, and triumph in this, the testimony of their own Consciences.
and when they were destitute of all Creature comforts, yet they could be content with this, and triumph in this, the testimony of their own Consciences.
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yet then to be albe to approve their hearts to God, this was enough to bear up their spirits, 2 Cor. 1.12. This is our rejoycing, the testimony of Conscience, that in simplicity and godly sincerity we have had our conversations in the world.
yet then to be albe to approve their hearts to God, this was enough to bear up their spirits, 2 Cor. 1.12. This is our rejoicing, the testimony of Conscience, that in simplicity and godly sincerity we have had our conversations in the world.
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Now these that are acted from a Principle of Faith in God, and love to Christ that feel the constraints of his love lying upon their hearts what manner of persons ought they to be that make such a high profession as this?
Now these that Are acted from a Principle of Faith in God, and love to christ that feel the constraints of his love lying upon their hearts what manner of Persons ought they to be that make such a high profession as this?
He that saith he abideth in him ought himself also to walk as he walked, 1 Joh. 2.6. to make him his pattern, and to follow him in all things that are imitable:
He that Says he Abideth in him ought himself also to walk as he walked, 1 John 2.6. to make him his pattern, and to follow him in all things that Are imitable:
we read of the self-denial of Abraham, and we have two notable instances of it; He obeyed the Call of God, and left his own Country and friends, and kindred,
we read of the self-denial of Abraham, and we have two notable instances of it; He obeyed the Call of God, and left his own Country and Friends, and kindred,
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So we read of Moses his self-denial, He refused to be called the Son of Pharaohs daughter Now the self-denial of Christ was such as the best of men were ever capable of.
So we read of Moses his self-denial, He refused to be called the Son of Pharaohs daughter Now the self-denial of christ was such as the best of men were ever capable of.
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he denied himself of that glory of which no Creature was in a possibility of enjoying what was his Glory? he thought it no robbery to be equal with God,
he denied himself of that glory of which no Creature was in a possibility of enjoying what was his Glory? he Thought it no robbery to be equal with God,
yet he suffered all this Glory to be obscured and clouded, and was contented with it in order to the accomplishment of his Fathers designe of mercy to poor sinners;
yet he suffered all this Glory to be obscured and clouded, and was contented with it in order to the accomplishment of his Father's Design of mercy to poor Sinners;
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under the sorest of his asslictions there was found nothing in him of impatience, but still he was as a sheep before the shearers, that was dumb and opened not his mouth;
under the Sorest of his asslictions there was found nothing in him of impatience, but still he was as a sheep before the shearers, that was dumb and opened not his Mouth;
but when his Name was reproached, and his person contemned, and his Soul afflicted, when he was under all those agonies and pains, he neither brake out against Instruments,
but when his Name was reproached, and his person contemned, and his Soul afflicted, when he was under all those agonies and pains, he neither brake out against Instruments,
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when Satan came with his large proffers, All these will I give thee, if thou wilt fall down and worship me, he answered him, Get thee behind me Satan,
when Satan Come with his large proffers, All these will I give thee, if thou wilt fallen down and worship me, he answered him, Get thee behind me Satan,
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neither the opposition of enemies, nor the mistaken Counsels of friends (as Peter, Master, spare thy self ) could take him off from his duty, his obedience was so full and compleat, that he left nothing unfulfilled of all that God commanded him, John 17.4. I have glorified thee on earth, I have finished the work thou gavest me to do.
neither the opposition of enemies, nor the mistaken Counsels of Friends (as Peter, Master, spare thy self) could take him off from his duty, his Obedience was so full and complete, that he left nothing unfulfilled of all that God commanded him, John 17.4. I have glorified thee on earth, I have finished the work thou Gavest me to do.
I might shew the activeness and usefulness of the life of Christ, and what a notable example we have in all respects of his burning zeal for Gods glory;
I might show the activeness and usefulness of the life of christ, and what a notable Exampl we have in all respects of his burning zeal for God's glory;
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other creatures are beholding to God for their beings, for he made them, and for their continuances in their beings, he keeps their breath in their no strils;
other creatures Are beholding to God for their beings, for he made them, and for their continuances in their beings, he keeps their breath in their no strils;
for what is the sanctification of our comforts, but only a bility to discharge those duties that those comforts enjoyn us to, that is to be faithful in serving God with them.
for what is the sanctification of our comforts, but only a bility to discharge those duties that those comforts enjoin us to, that is to be faithful in serving God with them.
It is the work of sanctification that makes the great difference between persevering and Apostate Angels, this is that that makes an everlasting difference between the Souls of some, and the Souls of others:
It is the work of sanctification that makes the great difference between persevering and Apostate Angels, this is that that makes an everlasting difference between the Souls of Some, and the Souls of Others:
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Then is the unspeakable aggravation of the mysery of the most flourishing ungodly man in the world, whatever his condition is as to riches and greatness,
Then is the unspeakable aggravation of the misery of the most flourishing ungodly man in the world, whatever his condition is as to riches and greatness,
but the sincere Soul (though it lives under reproaches, contempts and scorns, and all things that are unlovely to flesh and blood? shall have Heaven at last,
but the sincere Soul (though it lives under Reproaches, contempts and scorns, and all things that Are unlovely to Flesh and blood? shall have Heaven At last,
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God hath done so much for for you already, and hath promised so much to you hereafter, that he expects you should live, not at the rate of other persons,
God hath done so much for for you already, and hath promised so much to you hereafter, that he expects you should live, not At the rate of other Persons,
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all they that enjoy the Gospel and do not answer the engagements of the Gospel, are so far from being better than others, that it is worse with them than others.
all they that enjoy the Gospel and do not answer the engagements of the Gospel, Are so Far from being better than Others, that it is Worse with them than Others.
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The wrath of God, saith the Apostle, is revealed from Heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, Rom. 1.18. To the Jew first, because their light was clearet, and they had greater priviledges than others;
The wrath of God, Says the Apostle, is revealed from Heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, Rom. 1.18. To the Jew First, Because their Light was clearet, and they had greater privileges than Others;
IN the words we have that full Contentment, and that compleat satisfaction which David took in God alone. (the Lord liveth;) it is as much as if he had said,
IN the words we have that full Contentment, and that complete satisfaction which David took in God alone. (the Lord lives;) it is as much as if he had said,
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it was the saddest condition that ever that holy man was it, which we find recorded, 1 Sam 30 6. when David was not only benished from Jerusalen, and from amongst the people of God;
it was the Saddest condition that ever that holy man was it, which we find recorded, 1 Same 30 6. when David was not only benished from Jerusalen, and from among the people of God;
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the only place that was left him was a little Zoar ( Ziglag, I mean) and when he thinks to retire thither, the Amalekites were come and had taken away his substance;
the only place that was left him was a little Zoar (Ziklag, I mean) and when he thinks to retire thither, the Amalekites were come and had taken away his substance;
It is in a very high strain that David begins this Psalm with, and the more abrupt and sudden the expressions seem to be, the more Pathetical and affectionate they are.
It is in a very high strain that David begins this Psalm with, and the more abrupt and sudden the expressions seem to be, the more Pathetical and affectionate they Are.
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The sorrows of Death compassed me, and the floods of ungodly men made me afraid: the sorrows of Hell compassed me about, the snares of death prevented me.
The sorrows of Death compassed me, and the floods of ungodly men made me afraid: the sorrows of Hell compassed me about, the snares of death prevented me.
and my cry came before him, even into his ears; then the earth shook and trembled, &c. I shall not need to trouble you with the several Opinions of Interpreters particularly what his distresses then were;
and my cry Come before him, even into his ears; then the earth shook and trembled, etc. I shall not need to trouble you with the several Opinions of Interpreters particularly what his Distresses then were;
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and so you find him in another distress he was afterwards, in the 16, 17, 18. verses of this Psalm, He sent from above, he took me, he drew me out of many waters (that is many afflictions) he delivered me from my strong enemy,
and so you find him in Another distress he was afterwards, in the 16, 17, 18. Verses of this Psalm, He sent from above, he took me, he drew me out of many waters (that is many afflictions) he Delivered me from my strong enemy,
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but the Lord was my stay, he brought me forth also into a large place, he delivered me because he delighted in me Now here David comforts himself in his sincerity,
but the Lord was my stay, he brought me forth also into a large place, he Delivered me Because he delighted in me Now Here David comforts himself in his sincerity,
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he gives also cautions to wicked men, for 'tis very observable in this Psalme, that when David speaks of his Experiences and Comforts in God, he frequently intermixes his Cautions to the Enemies of God;
he gives also cautions to wicked men, for it's very observable in this Psalm, that when David speaks of his Experiences and Comforts in God, he frequently intermixes his Cautions to the Enemies of God;
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But then to encourage the people of God, says he, With the merciful theu wilt shew thy self merciful, with the upright man thou wilt shew thy self upright,
But then to encourage the people of God, Says he, With the merciful theu wilt show thy self merciful, with the upright man thou wilt show thy self upright,
In the words we have the result that Davids thoughts came too (The Lord liveth) he had seen how much of vanity and disappointment there was in all Creature comforts:
In the words we have the result that Davids thoughts Come too (The Lord lives) he had seen how much of vanity and disappointment there was in all Creature comforts:
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3. Here is Davids magnifying and admiring of God, upon this double consideration, both of what God is in himself, and of what he is to his people. (The Lord liveth,
3. Here is Davids magnifying and admiring of God, upon this double consideration, both of what God is in himself, and of what he is to his people. (The Lord lives,
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but also in Spirituals, these are dying persons, The Prophets do they live for ever? But when all our Creature-comforts die and vanish, yet the Lord lives.
but also in Spirituals, these Are dying Persons, The prophets do they live for ever? But when all our Creature comforts die and vanish, yet the Lord lives.
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There are three things that I shall speak to in the opening of this observation. 1. The first is this, That the Lord whom we serve is the living God; he lives:
There Are three things that I shall speak to in the opening of this observation. 1. The First is this, That the Lord whom we serve is the living God; he lives:
1. That however all other Creatures may be dying, yet God liveth: all those Names by which God hath made himself known in Scripture, do strongly imply this Truth.
1. That however all other Creatures may be dying, yet God lives: all those Names by which God hath made himself known in Scripture, do strongly imply this Truth.
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When God send Moses upon that difficult Errand, of treating with Pharaoh, about the releasing Ifrael out of their for bondage, Exod. 3.14. this is the Name by which God makes himself known (I am that I am hath sent thee) that is, I that alone am, the name by which the very Heathen spake of their God Zena, qusia NONLATINALPHABET, (as one glosses upon that Name) that is, they thought him to be a living God.
When God send Moses upon that difficult Errand, of treating with Pharaoh, about the releasing Israel out of their for bondage, Exod 3.14. this is the Name by which God makes himself known (I am that I am hath sent thee) that is, I that alone am, the name by which the very Heathen spoke of their God Xena, qusia, (as one Glosses upon that Name) that is, they Thought him to be a living God.
But to be short, We find that God is often stiled in Scripture, the living God, to denote him to be the true God. 2 King. 19.4. when Rabshekah came, and put Hezckiah into those fears, he sends to Isaiah, to pray to the Lord, It may be, says he, the Lord thy God will hear all the words of Rabshekah, whom, the King of Assyria his Master, hath sent to reproach the living God, that is, the true God. So when David expresseth his earnest affectionateness in desiring Communtion with God, he speaks of him as the living God, Psalm 42.2. My Soul thirsheth for God, for the living God, that is, for the true God: When shall I come and appear before God? And so Psalm 84.2. My Soul longeth, yea, even fainteth for the Coasts of the Lord:
But to be short, We find that God is often styled in Scripture, the living God, to denote him to be the true God. 2 King. 19.4. when Rabshekah Come, and put Hezekiah into those fears, he sends to Isaiah, to pray to the Lord, It may be, Says he, the Lord thy God will hear all the words of Rabshekah, whom, the King of Assyria his Master, hath sent to reproach the living God, that is, the true God. So when David Expresses his earnest affectionateness in desiring Communtion with God, he speaks of him as the living God, Psalm 42.2. My Soul thirsheth for God, for the living God, that is, for the true God: When shall I come and appear before God? And so Psalm 84.2. My Soul Longeth, yea, even fainteth for the Coasts of the Lord:
and the Nations shall nto be able to abide his indignation, he is the living God, and this is the Argument to prove him to be the true God. So Dan. 6. when Darius had been surprized in the Decrēe against Daniel, and had consented unawares to his being cast into the Den of Lyons, he came to the Den,
and the nations shall unto be able to abide his Indignation, he is the living God, and this is the Argument to prove him to be the true God. So Dan. 6. when Darius had been surprised in the Decrene against daniel, and had consented unawares to his being cast into the Den of Lyons, he Come to the Den,
and cried with a lamentable voyce, unto Daniel, and spake, saying, O Danicl, Servant of the living God, is thy God whom thou servest continually able to deliver thee from the Lions? He is a God indeed.
and cried with a lamentable voice, unto daniel, and spoke, saying, Oh Daniel, Servant of the living God, is thy God whom thou servest continually able to deliver thee from the Lions? He is a God indeed.
the works of mens hands, they have mouths but they speak not, eyes have they but see uot, they have ears but hear not, noses have they but they smell not, they have hands but they handie not, feet have they but they walk not,
the works of men's hands, they have mouths but they speak not, eyes have they but see uot, they have ears but hear not, noses have they but they smell not, they have hands but they handy not, feet have they but they walk not,
Again, he is stiled the living God in opposition to dying men, as Magistrates are sometimes stiled Gods, Psalm 82.6. I said ye are Gods, but ye shall die like men, and so Deut. 5.26.
Again, he is styled the living God in opposition to dying men, as Magistrates Are sometime styled God's, Psalm 82.6. I said you Are God's, but you shall die like men, and so Deuteronomy 5.26.
as we have, and lived? When God would give his people the greatest assurance of the certain accomplishment of his promises, he speaks in this language, as I live,: he swears by his own life.
as we have, and lived? When God would give his people the greatest assurance of the certain accomplishment of his promises, he speaks in this language, as I live,: he swears by his own life.
When God would startle sinners, and make them sensible of of what is coming upon them, as sure as I live, (saith the Lord) his iniquity shall not go unpunished. So Ezek 5.11.
When God would startle Sinners, and make them sensible of of what is coming upon them, as sure as I live, (Says the Lord) his iniquity shall not go unpunished. So Ezekiel 5.11.
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You see then all along, that God in Scripture is stiled the living God, and it is such a kind of life as no Creature is capable of, that is here ascribed to God,
You see then all along, that God in Scripture is styled the living God, and it is such a kind of life as no Creature is capable of, that is Here ascribed to God,
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he is the Fountain of life to others, and he is the Fountain of life to himself That life wch all Creatures have is a deriv'd life, it is what they have receiv'd from God, Acts 17.25.
he is the Fountain of life to Others, and he is the Fountain of life to himself That life which all Creatures have is a derived life, it is what they have received from God, Acts 17.25.
Creatures as it is received from God, so it is upheld by God. Rom. 11.36. All things are of him, and all things are by him: our very breath in our Nostrils he keeps it in;
Creatures as it is received from God, so it is upheld by God. Rom. 11.36. All things Are of him, and all things Are by him: our very breath in our Nostrils he keeps it in;
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and therefore God is not only stiled the Fountain of life (in that Psalm quoted before) but he is also stiled the Lord of life (i. e.) he prolongs and shortens the lives of his Creatures, as himself pleascth. Deut. 32.39.
and Therefore God is not only styled the Fountain of life (in that Psalm quoted before) but he is also styled the Lord of life (i. e.) he prolongs and shortens the lives of his Creatures, as himself pleascth. Deuteronomy 32.39.
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and so you read that God hath set to every man his bounds beyond which he cannot pass Num. 14.5. The Number (it is not said of our years) but even the Number of our very months it is with God:
and so you read that God hath Set to every man his bounds beyond which he cannot pass Num. 14.5. The Number (it is not said of our Years) but even the Number of our very months it is with God:
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3. He lives most perfectly (not only origial, from himself and intirely in himself without dependance upon others (but he lives most perfectly in the enjoyment of himself:
3. He lives most perfectly (not only origial, from himself and entirely in himself without dependence upon Others (but he lives most perfectly in the enjoyment of himself:
Look upon man in his natural condition, and he is the most necessitous, indigent Creature in the whole world, made up of nothing but wants and weaknesses: we are flesh and blood, we stand in need of food and rayment, and 20 such things;
Look upon man in his natural condition, and he is the most necessitous, indigent Creature in the Whole world, made up of nothing but Wants and Weaknesses: we Are Flesh and blood, we stand in need of food and raiment, and 20 such things;
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there may be a perfection of parts, but not of Degrees: and indeed (observe it) absolute perfection is to be found no where but in God alone, he lives perfectly:
there may be a perfection of parts, but not of Degrees: and indeed (observe it) absolute perfection is to be found no where but in God alone, he lives perfectly:
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nor to be understod of absolute perfection: but that may be said to be perfect, in which nothing is defective, that is necessary to its being; thus Angles are perfect in their kind (i. e.) they have their compleat nature which becomes their Rank;
nor to be understood of absolute perfection: but that may be said to be perfect, in which nothing is defective, that is necessary to its being; thus Angles Are perfect in their kind (i. e.) they have their complete nature which becomes their Rank;
and so the spirits of just men are made perfect, because they are restored to that perfection by Grace, which they had lost by sin. But absolute perfection is no where to be found but in God alone;
and so the spirits of just men Are made perfect, Because they Are restored to that perfection by Grace, which they had lost by since. But absolute perfection is no where to be found but in God alone;
and there is a vessel of a larger size, but every vessel being thrown into the Sea is full, and hath as much as it can contain. And this is the happiness of Angels,
and there is a vessel of a larger size, but every vessel being thrown into the Sea is full, and hath as much as it can contain. And this is the happiness of Angels,
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Take the most immutable things in nature, and they are changeable, even the Heavens themselves, Psal. 102.25, 26, 27. Of old thou hast laid the foundations of the earth,
Take the most immutable things in nature, and they Are changeable, even the Heavens themselves, Psalm 102.25, 26, 27. Of old thou hast laid the foundations of the earth,
5. God doth not only live immutably for a Time, but Aeternally, for ever. 1 Tim. 6.16. Who only hath immortality, dwelling in that light which no man can approach unto, who only bath Immortality.
5. God does not only live immutably for a Time, but Eternally, for ever. 1 Tim. 6.16. Who only hath immortality, Dwelling in that Light which no man can approach unto, who only bath Immortality.
and if death were no more to them, than to other ereatures, that when they die there were an end of them, that they were not subject to an after-account in another world.
and if death were no more to them, than to other ereatures, that when they die there were an end of them, that they were not Subject to an after-account in Another world.
That is not the meaning of it, but he only hath Immortality in himself. For though Angels be Immortal, yet this Immortality is not per naturam, but per Gratiam; it is not so much from their nature, as the support of God:
That is not the meaning of it, but he only hath Immortality in himself. For though Angels be Immortal, yet this Immortality is not per naturam, but per Gratiam; it is not so much from their nature, as the support of God:
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but thou shalt abide for ever: and so Psalm. 102.12. But thou, O Lord, shalt endure for ever, and thy remembrance to all Generations. I might multiply places;
but thou shalt abide for ever: and so Psalm. 102.12. But thou, Oh Lord, shalt endure for ever, and thy remembrance to all Generations. I might multiply places;
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for this is so often mentioned in Scripture, that I must needs forbear farther Quotations. A thousand years with the Lord are but as one day, 2 Pet. 3.8. He is the Alpha and Omega, the first and the last, without beginning or and of days: that is spoken of Christ.
for this is so often mentioned in Scripture, that I must needs forbear farther Quotations. A thousand Years with the Lord Are but as one day, 2 Pet. 3.8. He is the Alpha and Omega, the First and the last, without beginning or and of days: that is spoken of christ.
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and this you find very frequently mentioned in Scripture. Psal. 97.1. It is spoken by way of comfort, and of awakening to the wicked: so Psal. 97.1. and Dan. 4.3, The Mediatory Kingdom Christ received from his Father, he had all power commus nicated to him, as Mat. 28.18.
and this you find very frequently mentioned in Scripture. Psalm 97.1. It is spoken by Way of Comfort, and of awakening to the wicked: so Psalm 97.1. and Dan. 4.3, The Mediatory Kingdom christ received from his Father, he had all power commus nicated to him, as Mathew 28.18.
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God hath exalted him above all, and made him the head of all, Eph 1.21, 22, 23. This Kingdom of Christ is so established on him, that he shall rule so long as there is one Enemy remaining to be subdued, and conquered, 1 Cor. 15.26, 27. and as long as one Elect person is to be called in, preserved,
God hath exalted him above all, and made him the head of all, Ephesians 1.21, 22, 23. This Kingdom of christ is so established on him, that he shall Rule so long as there is one Enemy remaining to be subdued, and conquered, 1 Cor. 15.26, 27. and as long as one Elect person is to be called in, preserved,
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and when these things are finished, Christ resignes his Kingdom into his Fathers hands, and God becomes all in all: and he lives as Lord, to make good all his Promises to his people,
and when these things Are finished, christ resignes his Kingdom into his Father's hands, and God becomes all in all: and he lives as Lord, to make good all his Promises to his people,
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and he is the Fountain of all the Excellencies that are amongst the Creatures: the very Angels themselves do but shine with a borrowed light: Rom. 11.36. For of him, and through him, and to him are all things.
and he is the Fountain of all the Excellencies that Are among the Creatures: the very Angels themselves do but shine with a borrowed Light: Rom. 11.36. For of him, and through him, and to him Are all things.
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The Name by which God made himself known to Abraham was this, I am God All-sufficient, Gen. 17.1. and what greater thing can be said than this All-sufficient. Let our case be what it will;
The Name by which God made himself known to Abraham was this, I am God All-sufficient, Gen. 17.1. and what greater thing can be said than this All-sufficient. Let our case be what it will;
suppose we are stript of all our comforts, God hath taken away a most comfortable Child, a most loving Husband, a most faithful friend, one that hath been in all respects very helpful, both to our Souls,
suppose we Are stripped of all our comforts, God hath taken away a most comfortable Child, a most loving Husband, a most faithful friend, one that hath been in all respects very helpful, both to our Souls,
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yet what is all this to the All-sufficiencie of God? if we look upon upon him as God All sufficient, and consider this God still lives, though the Cistern may be dry,
yet what is all this to the All-sufficiency of God? if we look upon upon him as God All sufficient, and Consider this God still lives, though the Cistern may be dry,
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yet the Fountain is open, though Creature comforts may be gone, yet God is still where he was, this must needs be a ground of Comfort to the people of God.
yet the Fountain is open, though Creature comforts may be gone, yet God is still where he was, this must needs be a ground of Comfort to the people of God.
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and all these meet in God, yea, and meet in him without the least mixture of those imperfections wherewith they are clogg'd in the Creature; but that's not all.
and all these meet in God, yea, and meet in him without the least mixture of those imperfections wherewith they Are clogged in the Creature; but that's not all.
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When the people of God do leave no less than their all here below, they leave Friends, Relations, Acquaintance, their Creature-enjoyments, they part with all at once,
When the people of God do leave no less than their all Here below, they leave Friends, Relations, Acquaintance, their Creature enjoyments, they part with all At once,
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and do you think they are any losers by it, when they go to the enjoyment of God alone? For it is said in Heaven, God shall be all in all, there they have all made up in God.
and do you think they Are any losers by it, when they go to the enjoyment of God alone? For it is said in Heaven, God shall be all in all, there they have all made up in God.
and though we have not the Counsel of the friend we had before, nor the instruction of those Ministers we had, by whom formerly we have been refreshed,
and though we have not the Counsel of the friend we had before, nor the instruction of those Ministers we had, by whom formerly we have been refreshed,
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but the Counsel of the Lord that shall stand. Prov. 9 21. and so Psalm. 103.19. The Lord hath prepared his Throne in the Heavens, and his Kingdom ruleth over all.
but the Counsel of the Lord that shall stand. Curae 9 21. and so Psalm. 103.19. The Lord hath prepared his Throne in the Heavens, and his Kingdom Ruleth over all.
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Satan was fore'd to ask leave of God before he could rempt Job, and so of Christ before he could enter into the very swine. So that whatever our enemies may be,
Satan was foreed to ask leave of God before he could rempt Job, and so of christ before he could enter into the very Swine. So that whatever our enemies may be,
yet consider that God can either turn the heart of those enemies, (for he hath the disposal of all things) or if not turn their hearts, he can tye their hands: or if he do neither,
yet Consider that God can either turn the heart of those enemies, (for he hath the disposal of all things) or if not turn their hearts, he can tie their hands: or if he do neither,
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but leave them to act maliciously against his People, God can turn that to good which they intended for evil: for he is the supreme disposer of all things:
but leave them to act maliciously against his People, God can turn that to good which they intended for evil: for he is the supreme disposer of all things:
but God seeth under all these vaults and coverings, All things are naked and open to the eyes of him with whom we have to do, Heb. 4.13. and the night to him is as the day, and the darkness as the light;
but God sees under all these vaults and coverings, All things Are naked and open to the eyes of him with whom we have to do, Hebrew 4.13. and the night to him is as the day, and the darkness as the Light;
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if he permit the designes of his enemies to take effect, it shall be no further than for his glory and his peoples good, Psal. 76.10. Surely the wrath of man shall praise thee, and the remainder of w•ath shall thou restrain:
if he permit the designs of his enemies to take Effect, it shall be no further than for his glory and his peoples good, Psalm 76.10. Surely the wrath of man shall praise thee, and the remainder of w•ath shall thou restrain:
Again, look upon God in his tender Compassions, and certainly there be no compassions that can be found on earth, that come near to the infinite compassions of a gracious God;
Again, look upon God in his tender Compassions, and Certainly there be no compassions that can be found on earth, that come near to the infinite compassions of a gracious God;
When God cometh to avenge his people of their enemies, he ariseth out of his place with might and strength to punish the inhabitants of the earth for their iniquity.
When God comes to avenge his people of their enemies, he arises out of his place with might and strength to Punish the inhabitants of the earth for their iniquity.
it was freeness in God to promise; but it is his faithfulness to perform; if the word be gone out of Gods mouth, that word shall not fail of being fully executed.
it was freeness in God to promise; but it is his faithfulness to perform; if the word be gone out of God's Mouth, that word shall not fail of being Fully executed.
And then by way of close, consider Gods immutableness and constancie in all these excellencies, he is the Fountain of all good, he is the Sum of all good, he is the disposer of all the affairs of the world, he is infinite in wisdom, great in power, tender in his compassions,
And then by Way of close, Consider God's immutableness and constancy in all these excellencies, he is the Fountain of all good, he is the Sum of all good, he is the disposer of all the affairs of the world, he is infinite in Wisdom, great in power, tender in his compassions,
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David speaks of those that had been his familiar friends, yet what sore things did he suffer at their hands? Caesar was murdered, you know, by his own Son;
David speaks of those that had been his familiar Friends, yet what soar things did he suffer At their hands? Caesar was murdered, you know, by his own Son;
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Now certainly this Covenant-Interest, it is of all Interests in God the most supporting, because in this Covenant where God bestows himself, he bestows every thing of himself upon such a person,
Now Certainly this Covenant interest, it is of all Interests in God the most supporting, Because in this Covenant where God bestows himself, he bestows every thing of himself upon such a person,
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And what can be thought too hard for God to do, who hath already done such great things for his people? Enough to astonish those that read what is left upon Record.
And what can be Thought too hard for God to do, who hath already done such great things for his people? Enough to astonish those that read what is left upon Record.
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He that preserved Israel in the Red Sea, he that commanded the Rock to give forth water, he that commanded Manna from Heaven, he that turned the Sun in its course, he that stopt the mouth of Lyons, he that hath done such great things, certainly 〈 ◊ 〉 power is such, that in comparison o•t all other is weaknes.
He that preserved Israel in the Read Sea, he that commanded the Rock to give forth water, he that commanded Manna from Heaven, he that turned the Sun in its course, he that stopped the Mouth of Lyons, he that hath done such great things, Certainly 〈 ◊ 〉 power is such, that in comparison o•t all other is weakness.
What are Wine and Oyl and all Creature-comforts in comparison of the light of Gods countinance? You see David speaks contemptibly of all these things, Psalm 4.6, 7. When Mich had lost his gods, said he, and what have I more? Judg. 18 24. Indeed could a gracious Soul be separated from God, it might then cry out as Micah did under his Idolatrous mistake.
What Are Wine and Oil and all Creature comforts in comparison of the Light of God's countenance? You see David speaks contemptibly of all these things, Psalm 4.6, 7. When Mich had lost his God's, said he, and what have I more? Judges 18 24. Indeed could a gracious Soul be separated from God, it might then cry out as micah did under his Idolatrous mistake.
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God alone is an absolute, commensurate, adaequate good, wh•• only can fill the capacious desires of our Souls: the Soul of man is too large for any but God to fill, who is the Rock of Ages. Now whatever God doth with his people in the removing o• useful Friends and the most dear Relations,
God alone is an absolute, commensurate, adequate good, wh•• only can fill the capacious Desires of our Souls: the Soul of man is too large for any but God to fill, who is the Rock of Ages. Now whatever God does with his people in the removing o• useful Friends and the most dear Relations,
for this is 〈 ◊ 〉 nough to answer all, that God who is the Lord he lives. You see in this how much the people of God have to ballance all their losses;
for this is 〈 ◊ 〉 nough to answer all, that God who is the Lord he lives. You see in this how much the people of God have to balance all their losses;
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nay, more than to ballance them, there is enough to weigh down all in this single consideration, the Lord liveth; he livetin that by his care hath hitherto kept us. Alas!
nay, more than to balance them, there is enough to weigh down all in this single consideration, the Lord lives; he livetin that by his care hath hitherto kept us. Alas!
who could have preserved us, if God had not taken the care of us? It is said, We are kept by the power of God through faith unto Salvation. 1 Pet. 1.5. and we are bid to cast all our care upon him, because he careth for us, 1 Pet. 5. O• do but consider what assurance God hath give this people of his care and mindfulness of them in whatever he doth;
who could have preserved us, if God had not taken the care of us? It is said, We Are kept by the power of God through faith unto Salvation. 1 Pet. 1.5. and we Are bid to cast all our care upon him, Because he Careth for us, 1 Pet. 5. O• do but Consider what assurance God hath give this people of his care and mindfulness of them in whatever he does;
though perhaps some particulars may at present work for evil yet they shall work together for good: As in a Medicine, some ingredients may be too hot,
though perhaps Some particulars may At present work for evil yet they shall work together for good: As in a Medicine, Some ingredients may be too hight,
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and places his comforts upon any thing that is dying and fading, this man brings himself under an absolute necessity of disappointment I herefore (says Job ) the hope of the Hypocrite shall perish, Job 8. •3.
and places his comforts upon any thing that is dying and fading, this man brings himself under an absolute necessity of disappointment I Therefore (Says Job) the hope of the Hypocrite shall perish, Job 8. •3.
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But that's not all, in placing our hopes upon any thing besides God, we do highly provoke God, and put our selves very much out of his Protection: for if we think our selves safer in the hands of Creatures than in the hands of God,
But that's not all, in placing our hope's upon any thing beside God, we do highly provoke God, and put our selves very much out of his Protection: for if we think our selves safer in the hands of Creatures than in the hands of God,
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and happier in the enjoyment of Creatures than in the enjoyment of God, what a disparagement do we hereby put upon God? This is the highest affront we can offer him.
and Happier in the enjoyment of Creatures than in the enjoyment of God, what a disparagement do we hereby put upon God? This is the highest affront we can offer him.
Now whenever we go from God, we go to our loss, for in going from him, let us go where we will, we do but go from fulness to emptiness, and from strength to weakness
Now whenever we go from God, we go to our loss, for in going from him, let us go where we will, we do but go from fullness to emptiness, and from strength to weakness
Another Branch of this Reproof to such as do provoke this God against themselves, he is a living God, and therefore is sensible of all those affronts we offer to him.
another Branch of this Reproof to such as doe provoke this God against themselves, he is a living God, and Therefore is sensible of all those affronts we offer to him.
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and as he is sensible of the affronts he receives, so he is able to revenge these affronts, he is able to execute all that he hath threatned against sinners:
and as he is sensible of the affronts he receives, so he is able to revenge these affronts, he is able to execute all that he hath threatened against Sinners:
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but this Comfort is restrained only to those that have an Interest in God. Now, the clearest way to discern our Interest in God, is to observe what Interest God hath in us.
but this Comfort is restrained only to those that have an Interest in God. Now, the Clearest Way to discern our Interest in God, is to observe what Interest God hath in us.
so you be thought well of by God, 1 Cor. 2.13. Do you value his ways above the most gainful Imployment in the world, and grudge the world those enc oachments its apt to make upon you? when you are engaged in the things of God & Heaven, do you look upon the things of heav'n to be so considerable, us to drown all the proffers that sin and Satan and the world can make? are you sensible their Temptations are to your loss? have you such thoughts of Gods Cross, that you can count it your Crown? thus did Moses. What are your affections on? Are they to God? do you love love him above all? had you rather displease the world than him? Is God the highest in your thoughts? do you value him so as to loath every thing that stands in opposition to him? and do you hate every false way? if you love God, you hate all evil.
so you be Thought well of by God, 1 Cor. 2.13. Do you valve his ways above the most gainful Employment in the world, and grudge the world those enc oachments its apt to make upon you? when you Are engaged in the things of God & Heaven, do you look upon the things of heaven to be so considerable, us to drown all the proffers that since and Satan and the world can make? Are you sensible their Temptations Are to your loss? have you such thoughts of God's Cross, that you can count it your Crown? thus did Moses. What Are your affections on? are they to God? do you love love him above all? had you rather displease the world than him? Is God the highest in your thoughts? do you valve him so as to loath every thing that Stands in opposition to him? and do you hate every false Way? if you love God, you hate all evil.
Do you fear him above all others? Heb. 11. 'tis said, Noah feared, and prepared an Ark. Do you delight in God, and are his withdrawings the most sadning to you? Consider what your carriage to God is? do you devote your selves to his service? do you submit quietly to his dispensations, and to whatever Providences he exercises you with? are you with Paul pressing after more of God, forgetting what is behind, Phil 13.14. The way to know whether we have any interest in God, is to observe what interest he hath in us.
Do you Fear him above all Others? Hebrew 11. it's said, Noah feared, and prepared an Ark Do you delight in God, and Are his withdrawings the most saddening to you? Consider what your carriage to God is? do you devote your selves to his service? do you submit quietly to his dispensations, and to whatever Providences he exercises you with? Are you with Paul pressing After more of God, forgetting what is behind, Philip 13.14. The Way to know whither we have any Interest in God, is to observe what Interest he hath in us.
You may find much more in God, then you can possibly lose in any Creature. And to this end God takes away our comforts, to bring us nearer to himself.
You may find much more in God, then you can possibly loose in any Creature. And to this end God Takes away our comforts, to bring us nearer to himself.
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THe time to which these words refer, was as sad a time as ever this holy man had met with in all his dayes. Three Circumstances remarkable in the Context.
THe time to which these words refer, was as sad a time as ever this holy man had met with in all his days. Three circumstances remarkable in the Context.
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1. Ziklags destruction, ver. 2. The City is laid in ashes, and the people led into Captivity, instead of habitations nothing but ruine, instead of Families nothing but solitude;
1. Ziklags destruction, ver. 2. The city is laid in Ashes, and the people led into Captivity, instead of habitations nothing but ruin, instead of Families nothing but solitude;
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3. The particular aggravation of Davids forrow beyond all the rest, for besides that, his affliction was the same with theirs, they lay the guilt of all theirs upon him:
3. The particular aggravation of Davids forrow beyond all the rest, for beside that, his affliction was the same with theirs, they lay the guilt of all theirs upon him:
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In the words 1. Davids sore distress, spoiled of his Relations, robbed of his Creature comforts, his very life endangered. 2. Davids singular advantage in this his distress, his interest in the Lord as his God,
In the words 1. Davids soar distress, spoiled of his Relations, robbed of his Creature comforts, his very life endangered. 2. Davids singular advantage in this his distress, his Interest in the Lord as his God,
Doct. 3. A s•rious improvement of this peculiar interest which all sincere Believers have in the Lord as their God is sufficient for their support and encouragement under the sorest of our outward afflictions that can befal them in this world.
Doct. 3. A s•rious improvement of this peculiar Interest which all sincere Believers have in the Lord as their God is sufficient for their support and encouragement under the Sorest of our outward afflictions that can befall them in this world.
David his very name in Hebrew signifies Beloved; a man of whom God himself gives that ample testimony, that he was a 〈 ◊ 〉 after his own heart, Acts 13.22.
David his very name in Hebrew signifies beloved; a man of whom God himself gives that ample testimony, that he was a 〈 ◊ 〉 After his own heart, Acts 13.22.
in order to his safety, he is forced to seek shelter among the uncircumcised, nor can he long be safe there neither, the Lords of the Philistnes work him out of favour with Achish their King, David must now be packing, the only retirement,
in order to his safety, he is forced to seek shelter among the uncircumcised, nor can he long be safe there neither, the lords of the Philistines work him out of favour with Achish their King, David must now be packing, the only retirement,
or Zoar he had, was Ziklag: his friends who had formerly comforted him, are now in Captivity, his City a ruinous heap, all that was now left was only some small retinue,
or Zoar he had, was Ziklag: his Friends who had formerly comforted him, Are now in Captivity, his city a ruinous heap, all that was now left was only Some small retinue,
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instead of bemoaning him, and bringing water to quench the fire of his sorrow, they do but bring fewel to enflame his grief the more. The instance is full.
instead of bemoaning him, and bringing water to quench the fire of his sorrow, they do but bring fuel to inflame his grief the more. The instance is full.
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Let me add the instance of the whole collective body of Gods people here on earth, in all Ages it hath been generally thus with them, the primitive Professors, Heb. 11.36, 37, 38. of whom the world was not worthy.
Let me add the instance of the Whole collective body of God's people Here on earth, in all Ages it hath been generally thus with them, the primitive Professors, Hebrew 11.36, 37, 38. of whom the world was not worthy.
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and 'tis clear therefore, that whom God dearly loves, he may and does sometimes deeply afflict, not onely equally with others, but many times above others.
and it's clear Therefore, that whom God dearly loves, he may and does sometime deeply afflict, not only equally with Others, but many times above Others.
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as concerning all temporals, love & hatred are not known by all that is before us, Eccles. 9.2. God hath higher and greater things whereby to shew his favour and anger than all these outward things are.
as Concerning all temporals, love & hatred Are not known by all that is before us, Eccles. 9.2. God hath higher and greater things whereby to show his favour and anger than all these outward things Are.
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2. Argum. The forest of outward afflictions are so far from being inconsistent with peculiar love, that they are many times the expressions and evidences of that love, Heb. 12.6. whom the Lord loveth he chasteneth, &c. Psal. 119.75. There is a design of mercy to them in all their seeming miseries.
2. Argument The forest of outward afflictions Are so Far from being inconsistent with peculiar love, that they Are many times the expressions and evidences of that love, Hebrew 12.6. whom the Lord loves he Chasteneth, etc. Psalm 119.75. There is a Design of mercy to them in all their seeming misery's.
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Consider those two Scriptures, Psal. 25.10 Rom. 8.28. the very best of Gods people make afflictions necessary in order to their good, and therefore God will not so far neglect them as not to chastise them.
Consider those two Scriptures, Psalm 25.10 Rom. 8.28. the very best of God's people make afflictions necessary in order to their good, and Therefore God will not so Far neglect them as not to chastise them.
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and the reason is, because he hath no patience to see his Child ruin'd: as for others God lets them alone in their sins, Hos. 4.17. he will not be at the pains of correcting them, Isa. 1.5. but the particular designes that God hath in correcting his people are almost innumerable, take onely these few in stances.
and the reason is, Because he hath no patience to see his Child ruined: as for Others God lets them alone in their Sins, Hos. 4.17. he will not be At the pains of correcting them, Isaiah 1.5. but the particular designs that God hath in correcting his people Are almost innumerable, take only these few in stances.
God does therefore reduce his people to great streights, that their trials may be a testimony to those graces himself hath wrought in them, their faith, their patience, their hope, &c. 4. Sometimes to encrease their experiences, and that in two respects. 1. Concerning their own weakness.
God does Therefore reduce his people to great straights, that their trials may be a testimony to those graces himself hath wrought in them, their faith, their patience, their hope, etc. 4. Sometime to increase their experiences, and that in two respects. 1. Concerning their own weakness.
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the skill of a Pilot appears in a storm, the valour of a Souldier in a Battle, the strength or weakness of a Christian in a time of affliction. 2. Concerning Gods goodness;
the skill of a Pilot appears in a storm, the valour of a Soldier in a Battle, the strength or weakness of a Christian in a time of affliction. 2. Concerning God's Goodness;
Some there are whom God intends only as privat, passengers, others whom he intends as Pilots and these latter must be well acquainted with winds and Seas, rocks and sands;
some there Are whom God intends only as private, passengers, Others whom he intends as Pilots and these latter must be well acquainted with winds and Seas, Rocks and sands;
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but the less it seems to us, and therefore God makes some pauses, some intermissions of his favours, that his mercies may thereby recover their due esteem with us,
but the less it seems to us, and Therefore God makes Some pauses, Some intermissions of his favours, that his Mercies may thereby recover their due esteem with us,
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we are in this world but as Pilgrims and Travellers, God permits us to meet with hardships in our journey to mind us of our home, that our troubles here may stir up our longing after that rest which remains for the people of God hereafter, Heb 4.9.
we Are in this world but as Pilgrim's and Travellers, God permits us to meet with hardships in our journey to mind us of our home, that our Troubles Here may stir up our longing After that rest which remains for the people of God hereafter, Hebrew 4.9.
and tenderness of God towards you upon this account, because he afflicts you, 'tis hereby he discovers his care of those whose welfare he is pleased to concern himself most in.
and tenderness of God towards you upon this account, Because he afflicts you, it's hereby he discovers his care of those whose welfare he is pleased to concern himself most in.
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and their acceptance of these tenders, at least in their outward profession: the obstinate Jews are styled Christs own, John 1.11. and Christ and all his Priviledges theirs, Rom. 9.4.
and their acceptance of these tenders, At least in their outward profession: the obstinate jews Are styled Christ own, John 1.11. and christ and all his Privileges theirs, Rom. 9.4.
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than others can, for this is the very language of the Covenant of Grace in the several periods of its promulgation, that he will in an especial manner become their God:
than Others can, for this is the very language of the Covenant of Grace in the several periods of its Promulgation, that he will in an especial manner become their God:
2 How much there is of advantage to Believers from this Covenant-interest in the Lord as their God, it is a priviledge indeed, that exceeds all that either words can express, or thoughts can reach:
2 How much there is of advantage to Believers from this Covenant interest in the Lord as their God, it is a privilege indeed, that exceeds all that either words can express, or thoughts can reach:
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Compare Psalm. 16.5, 6. and Psalm. 344.15. and Phil. 3 8. to have him for ours who is the most high God, Gen. 14.18, 19, 20, 22. the supreme good, the only good, Luke 18.19. the fountain of all good;
Compare Psalm. 16.5, 6. and Psalm. 344.15. and Philip 3 8. to have him for ours who is the most high God, Gen. 14.18, 19, 20, 22. the supreme good, the only good, Lycia 18.19. the fountain of all good;
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all the excellencies that are in the Creatures are in him eminently, yea, infinitely; all created perfections compared to his, are but as a drop to the vast Ocean,
all the excellencies that Are in the Creatures Are in him eminently, yea, infinitely; all created perfections compared to his, Are but as a drop to the vast Ocean,
as a few scattered rayes of light to the glorious body of the Sun. Isa. 40.25. It was the pride of Pompey he could endure no superior, and of Caesar he could endure no equal;
as a few scattered rays of Light to the glorious body of the Sun. Isaiah 40.25. It was the pride of Pompey he could endure no superior, and of Caesar he could endure no equal;
Now that this God should so fully become the God of all sincere Believers, as the pregnancie of the expression imports, may justly be matter of astonishment.
Now that this God should so Fully become the God of all sincere Believers, as the pregnancy of the expression imports, may justly be matter of astonishment.
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there is not one of all these Divine excellencies, but is much for the relief of all those that can call him their God, i. e. their God in Covenant: as for instance.
there is not one of all these Divine excellencies, but is much for the relief of all those that can call him their God, i. e. their God in Covenant: as for instance.
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His compassion is theirs to pity them, and act for them, and surely all the tenderest compassions that can be found on earth are infinitely short of those bowels of mercy which are in God,
His compassion is theirs to pity them, and act for them, and surely all the Tenderest compassions that can be found on earth Are infinitely short of those bowels of mercy which Are in God,
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2. Not only what he is in his Essence, but whatever he is in his Subsistence is theirs, himself in their Father, his Son their head, exercising all his Offices towards them in pleading for them with God,
2. Not only what he is in his Essence, but whatever he is in his Subsistence is theirs, himself in their Father, his Son their head, exercising all his Offices towards them in pleading for them with God,
his Spirit is theirs to convince them, convert them, to purge them, to improve them, to quicken them, to witness for them, to supply them both with grace and comfort.
his Spirit is theirs to convince them, convert them, to purge them, to improve them, to quicken them, to witness for them, to supply them both with grace and Comfort.
3. Whatever he hath is theirs, his Creatures to serve them, his Angels to guard them, his graces to adorn them, his Ordinances to improve them, his comforts to support them, his glory to crown them, &c. 4. Whatsoever he doth in the world is theirs, i. e. for their good:
3. Whatever he hath is theirs, his Creatures to serve them, his Angels to guard them, his graces to adorn them, his Ordinances to improve them, his comforts to support them, his glory to crown them, etc. 4. Whatsoever he does in the world is theirs, i. e. for their good:
the Providences of God are various, his ways a great deep, yet though clouds and darkness are round about him, righteousness and judgment are the habitations of his Throne.
the Providences of God Are various, his ways a great deep, yet though Clouds and darkness Are round about him, righteousness and judgement Are the habitations of his Throne.
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the less we are able to understand it, the more we should admire it, Rom. 8.31. 2. The dreadful condition of all those who live without God in this world;
the less we Are able to understand it, the more we should admire it, Rom. 8.31. 2. The dreadful condition of all those who live without God in this world;
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2. The mixture that is in their mercies, there is a curse mingled with their blessings, their table is a snare, their enjoyments a trap and a stumbling block.
2. The mixture that is in their Mercies, there is a curse mingled with their blessings, their table is a snare, their enjoyments a trap and a stumbling block.
if you may be owned by him? do you value his ways above the most profitable imployments in the world? do you think your time never so well spent and improved,
if you may be owned by him? do you valve his ways above the most profitable employments in the world? do you think your time never so well spent and improved,
as when bestowed upon his service. Psalm. 84.10. do you account his encouragements above all earthly allurements? and that all the world can proffer are poor contemptible things to him that understands the inheritance of the Saints in light? do you look upon his Cross as your Crown? thus did Moses, Heb. 11.25. 2. What are your affections towards God? do you love him above all? this is the great Command, Deut. 6.5. that is our God which we most love:
as when bestowed upon his service. Psalm. 84.10. do you account his encouragements above all earthly allurements? and that all the world can proffer Are poor contemptible things to him that understands the inheritance of the Saints in Light? do you look upon his Cross as your Crown? thus did Moses, Hebrew 11.25. 2. What Are your affections towards God? do you love him above all? this is the great Command, Deuteronomy 6.5. that is our God which we most love:
it is said of the Epicureans, they made their bellies their gods. Phil. 3.19. 2. Tim. 3.4. That they were lovers of pleasure more than lovers of God.
it is said of the Epicureans, they made their bellies their God's. Philip 3.19. 2. Tim. 3.4. That they were lovers of pleasure more than lovers of God.
do you so love God as to loath whatever stands in opposition to God? Psalm. 97.10. so as •o loath whatever stands in competition with him? 1 John 2.15. do you so fear him, as not to fear to displease others in pleasing of him? thus Dan. 3. from ver. 13 to ver 19. Dan. 6.10. do you delight in him? despise all things in comparison of him? thus did Paul, Phil. 3.8.
do you so love God as to loath whatever Stands in opposition to God? Psalm. 97.10. so as •o loath whatever Stands in competition with him? 1 John 2.15. do you so Fear him, as not to Fear to displease Others in pleasing of him? thus Dan. 3. from for. 13 to for 19. Dan. 6.10. do you delight in him? despise all things in comparison of him? thus did Paul, Philip 3.8.
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3. What are your carriages toward God? do you fully devote your self to his service in all that you have or are? 2 Cor. 8.5. do you quietly submit, and rest well contented with his disposals in all things? are you ever pressing after more of God? Phil. 3.14. 4. What is your conformity to Christ, 1 Joh. 2.6. He that saith he abideth in him, ought himself to walk even as he also walked:
3. What Are your carriages towards God? do you Fully devote your self to his service in all that you have or Are? 2 Cor. 8.5. do you quietly submit, and rest well contented with his disposals in all things? Are you ever pressing After more of God? Philip 3.14. 4. What is your conformity to christ, 1 John 2.6. He that Says he Abideth in him, ought himself to walk even as he also walked:
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and yet this person that denied himself was one that stood upon even ground with God the Father, Phil. 〈 ◊ 〉. 6. 2. The life of Christ was a pure undefiled life;
and yet this person that denied himself was one that stood upon even ground with God the Father, Philip 〈 ◊ 〉. 6. 2. The life of christ was a pure undefiled life;
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The highest favours could not make him less humble. The strongest temptations could not allure him from his faithfulness, Mat. 4. The greatest oppositions could not slacken his diligence, or make him remiss.
The highest favours could not make him less humble. The Strongest temptations could not allure him from his faithfulness, Mathew 4. The greatest oppositions could not slacken his diligence, or make him remiss.
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In one word, his obedience was so full, that he left nothing unfinished of all that God required from him, John 17.4. 3. A most active and useful life in reference to God, in serving him;
In one word, his Obedience was so full, that he left nothing unfinished of all that God required from him, John 17.4. 3. A most active and useful life in Referente to God, in serving him;
and obstinate refusals, his stooping to the meanest offices in order to his peoples good, John 13. his preferring doing good to the world before enjoying all the good of it, his unwearied laboriousness in seeking and saving them that were lost:
and obstinate refusals, his stooping to the Meanest Offices in order to his peoples good, John 13. his preferring doing good to the world before enjoying all the good of it, his unwearied laboriousness in seeking and Saving them that were lost:
the more conformable you are to the life of Christ, the clearer is your title to those Promises which the Covenant contains which is established with poor Creatures in and through Christ.
the more conformable you Are to the life of christ, the clearer is your title to those Promises which the Covenant contains which is established with poor Creatures in and through christ.
3. Doct. A serious improvement of this peculiar interest which all sincere Believers have in the Lord as their God, is sufficient for their support and encouragement under the sorest of outward distresses that can befal them in this world.
3. Doct. A serious improvement of this peculiar Interest which all sincere Believers have in the Lord as their God, is sufficient for their support and encouragement under the Sorest of outward Distresses that can befall them in this world.
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and were exceedingly dispirited, David was still and quiet, and the great Antidote he made use of was, [ he encouraged himself in the Lord his God ] he doth not break out into complaints either against God or against them,
and were exceedingly dispirited, David was still and quiet, and the great Antidote he made use of was, [ he encouraged himself in the Lord his God ] he does not break out into complaints either against God or against them,
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but betakes himself to God for Counsel what was to be done in such a case as his was, ver. 7. and that which kept his spirit in so sedate and calm a temper was [ he encouraged himself ] viz. he improved this priviledge to his support and comfort, this was a course he had often experimented, Psal. 18.2. Ps. 27.1. Psa. 46. throughout, this was his judgment in the case as to others, Psal. 112.7.8. Two things will make this more evidently appear.
but betakes himself to God for Counsel what was to be done in such a case as his was, ver. 7. and that which kept his Spirit in so sedate and Cam a temper was [ he encouraged himself ] viz. he improved this privilege to his support and Comfort, this was a course he had often experimented, Psalm 18.2. Ps. 27.1. Psa. 46. throughout, this was his judgement in the case as to Others, Psalm 112.7.8. Two things will make this more evidently appear.
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yet this singly is not sufficient for our actual & present comfort, unless it be cleared & improved, that 'tis a great and unspeakable priviledge hath been demonstrated in the explication of it, that 'tis sufficient for our safety appears.
yet this singly is not sufficient for our actual & present Comfort, unless it be cleared & improved, that it's a great and unspeakable privilege hath been demonstrated in the explication of it, that it's sufficient for our safety appears.
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but where once he sets his heart nothing can take it off, John 13.1. Rom. 8.38, 39. thousands of calamities may dissolve our relation to all Creature-comforts, but nothing can dissolve it to God.
but where once he sets his heart nothing can take it off, John 13.1. Rom. 8.38, 39. thousands of calamities may dissolve our Relation to all Creature comforts, but nothing can dissolve it to God.
3. There can be no kind of adversaries able to match God; how contemptibly doth God speak of the proudest adversaries his Church had, Isa. 51.12.13. Dan. 7. his wisdom and his power are indisputable, and so are his affections towards his:
3. There can be no kind of Adversaries able to match God; how contemptibly does God speak of the proudest Adversaries his Church had, Isaiah 51.12.13. Dan. 7. his Wisdom and his power Are indisputable, and so Are his affections towards his:
2. This priviledge may be darkned and eclipsed, as we may see in Heman, David, and Isal. 50.10. this priviledge must be improved: thousands of cases there are, in which nothing but a sense of our interest in the Lord as our God can bear up our hearts:
2. This privilege may be darkened and eclipsed, as we may see in Heman, David, and Isal 50.10. this privilege must be improved: thousands of cases there Are, in which nothing but a sense of our Interest in the Lord as our God can bear up our hearts:
what are riches, greatness, parts, in the world, sinful shiftings, carnal compliances, and all kind of imaginable offences against danger, in time of our greatest distresses:
what Are riches, greatness, parts, in the world, sinful shiftings, carnal compliances, and all kind of imaginable offences against danger, in time of our greatest Distresses:
this was a course David had much experience of in all his streights, Psal. 119 94. fly to this as your strong hold, Zech 9.12. Motives. 1. 'Tis is a debt we owe to God;
this was a course David had much experience of in all his straights, Psalm 119 94. fly to this as your strong hold, Zechariah 9.12. Motives. 1. It's is a debt we owe to God;
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He hath sufficiently provided for their safety in chaining up the rage and power of enemies, •hat they can reach no farther than those comforts, which they may comfortably be without;
He hath sufficiently provided for their safety in chaining up the rage and power of enemies, •hat they can reach no farther than those comforts, which they may comfortably be without;
they may reach their estates, their liberties, their lives, but not their Souls, their everlasting comforts in another world, Mat. 10.28. 1 P•t. 1.5. John 10.28, 29.
they may reach their estates, their Liberties, their lives, but not their Souls, their everlasting comforts in Another world, Mathew 10.28. 1 P•t. 1.5. John 10.28, 29.
but with all chearfulness, alacrity, and readiness of mind, and shall we thus requite the lard, Deut. 32.32.6. as not to serve him with chearfulness in the abundance of all things.
but with all cheerfulness, alacrity, and readiness of mind, and shall we thus requite the lard, Deuteronomy 32.32.6. as not to serve him with cheerfulness in the abundance of all things.
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2. 'Tis a debt we owe to our selves; God hath intrusted every man, especially with his own Soul, Luke 12.20. and those despondent thoughts which are the fruit of our unbelie fare not only our affliction but our fin.
2. It's a debt we owe to our selves; God hath Entrusted every man, especially with his own Soul, Lycia 12.20. and those despondent thoughts which Are the fruit of our unbelie fare not only our affliction but our fin.
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3. 'Tis an honour to the Gospel in the primitive persecutions the courage and fortitude of Professours made the Heathens cry out ( Great i• the God of Christians ) their patience, their thankfulness their rejoycings in their sufferings did highly honour their Principles even among their enemies.
3. It's an honour to the Gospel in the primitive persecutions the courage and fortitude of Professors made the heathens cry out (Great i• the God of Christians) their patience, their thankfulness their rejoicings in their sufferings did highly honour their Principles even among their enemies.
multitudes there are who call God Father, and yet are of their father the Devil, John 8.41, 42, 44. and many again there are who through the weakness of their faith, are too shie in making those claims to this priviledge which they may of right:
Multitudes there Are who call God Father, and yet Are of their father the devil, John 8.41, 42, 44. and many again there Are who through the weakness of their faith, Are too shy in making those claims to this privilege which they may of right:
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many are hasty in catching at the comforts of the promises, before they discern in themselves the dispositions to which these promises are made; begin therefore with all wariness.
many Are hasty in catching At the comforts of the promises, before they discern in themselves the dispositions to which these promises Are made; begin Therefore with all wariness.
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In what affectionate elevations and heavenly raptures do we find the spirit of David upon these reviews, Psal. 118.28. Thou art my God, and I will praise thee, thou art my God and I will exalt thee.
In what affectionate elevations and heavenly raptures do we find the Spirit of David upon these reviews, Psalm 118.28. Thou art my God, and I will praise thee, thou art my God and I will exalt thee.
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All the dangers and storms that threaten such, can put them into no hazard, because God is the great disposer of all things, their times are in his hands;
All the dangers and storms that threaten such, can put them into no hazard, Because God is the great disposer of all things, their times Are in his hands;
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Hath he bestowed the world upon others, he hath bestowed himself upon you• are others freed from present troubles, you are freed from everlasting troubles.
Hath he bestowed the world upon Others, he hath bestowed himself upon you• Are Others freed from present Troubles, you Are freed from everlasting Troubles.
yet will the scene be strangely changed after this life, Isa. 65.13, 14 compared with Luke 16 25. 2. Meditate upon the reserves of mercy God hath for his people hereafter;
yet will the scene be strangely changed After this life, Isaiah 65.13, 14 compared with Lycia 16 25. 2. Meditate upon the reserves of mercy God hath for his people hereafter;
but as to their effects and fruits, and they are higly encouraging, 2 Cor. 4.8. 4. Meditate upon the smalness of those evils you undergo, and the greatness of those evils you are freed from;
but as to their effects and fruits, and they Are higly encouraging, 2 Cor. 4.8. 4. Meditate upon the smallness of those evils you undergo, and the greatness of those evils you Are freed from;
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and bestow distinguishing mercies, we have cause for ever to be thankful. Ephes. 1.3. Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ.
and bestow distinguishing Mercies, we have cause for ever to be thankful. Ephesians 1.3. Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord jesus christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in christ.
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COnsidering how wonderfully God hath spared us from those common calamities which have brought no less than utter ruine and desolation upon the families of others;
COnsidering how wonderfully God hath spared us from those Common calamities which have brought no less than utter ruin and desolation upon the families of Others;
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He doth not beg here, nor simply desire that he might live, but he begs the continuance of the life of Nature in order to his improvement in the life of Grace:
He does not beg Here, nor simply desire that he might live, but he begs the Continuance of the life of Nature in order to his improvement in the life of Grace:
our short abode here, and our everlasting condition hereafter; and his design in both these his meditations are such as highly deserves our imitation.
our short Abided Here, and our everlasting condition hereafter; and his Design in both these his meditations Are such as highly deserves our imitation.
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that 4, and 5, vers. Lord make me to know mine end, and the measure of my dayes, &c. 2. That he might be more convinced of the disquietness and folly that accompanies the cares of this world;
that 4, and 5, vers. Lord make me to know mine end, and the measure of my days, etc. 2. That he might be more convinced of the disquietness and folly that Accompanies the Cares of this world;
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4. That God would deliver him not only from the guilt and disturbance, but from the shame of his former transgressions, ver. 8. Deliver me from all my transgressions, make me not a reproach of the foolish.
4. That God would deliver him not only from the guilt and disturbance, but from the shame of his former transgressions, ver. 8. Deliver me from all my transgressions, make me not a reproach of the foolish.
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Remove thy stroke away from me, &c. 6. That God would afford him his natural strength in order to his obtaining a greater strength in Grace, in the words of the Text, O spare me, that I may recover strength.
Remove thy stroke away from me, etc. 6. That God would afford him his natural strength in order to his obtaining a greater strength in Grace, in the words of the Text, Oh spare me, that I may recover strength.
A Learned Writer compares this life to a Stage upon which are several Actors, and every man as he hath his Enter so he must have his Exit: As he hath his way whereby he comes into this world,
A Learned Writer compares this life to a Stage upon which Are several Actors, and every man as he hath his Enter so he must have his Exit: As he hath his Way whereby he comes into this world,
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others stay yet longer, yet they whose lives are drawn out to the longest period of time, may truly say as David doth verse 5. My days are as an hand breadth.
Others stay yet longer, yet they whose lives Are drawn out to the longest Period of time, may truly say as David does verse 5. My days Are as an hand breadth.
if there should be the least scruple in them of the continuance of that blessed estate, it would take away much of the happiness of them that are in Heaven,
if there should be the least scruple in them of the Continuance of that blessed estate, it would take away much of the happiness of them that Are in Heaven,
if there could be any jealousie of a deprivement and dispossession of those glorious priviledges, so far as such doubts are in them of the future continuance of their comforts;
if there could be any jealousy of a deprivement and dispossession of those glorious privileges, so Far as such doubts Are in them of the future Continuance of their comforts;
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2. Ʋse. Then where are your hearts, upon what are your thoughts, your contrivances, projects engaged? what is that about which you bestow your strength? your labour, you service are all passing hence:
2. Ʋse. Then where Are your hearts, upon what Are your thoughts, your contrivances, projects engaged? what is that about which you bestow your strength? your labour, you service Are all passing hence:
Is it only about buying and selling and getting gain? Is this your great 〈 … 〉 •hat you may lay up for many years? as 〈 … 〉 ••p•l-fool speaks, Luke 12. Soul, take thine ease, thou hast goods laid up for many years.
Is it only about buying and selling and getting gain? Is this your great 〈 … 〉 •hat you may lay up for many Years? as 〈 … 〉 ••p•l-fool speaks, Lycia 12. Soul, take thine ease, thou hast goods laid up for many Years.
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you are p•ssing from hence continually, and what heighth of folly is this? therefore call your selves to account, where are your hearts? upon what are your thoughts and connivances? True, God commands us that we should in those stations wherein his Providence hath set us to provide things needful; but alas!
you Are p•ssing from hence continually, and what height of folly is this? Therefore call your selves to account, where Are your hearts? upon what Are your thoughts and connivances? True, God commands us that we should in those stations wherein his Providence hath Set us to provide things needful; but alas!
therefore David comes with a surely; and backs it with a second surely: If there be a clearness in any truth, it must be in this, Could we sit down and seriously consider what we have been doing with our thoughts all the time of our lives, we shall find we might have made a higher improvement than we have done;
Therefore David comes with a surely; and backs it with a second surely: If there be a clearness in any truth, it must be in this, Could we fit down and seriously Consider what we have been doing with our thoughts all the time of our lives, we shall find we might have made a higher improvement than we have done;
Perhaps now thou art in divers capacities of being serviceable to others, as a Parent, as a Master, having an inspection into those that are under thee:
Perhaps now thou art in diverse capacities of being serviceable to Others, as a Parent, as a Master, having an inspection into those that Are under thee:
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and all their work is to do, who have trifled away their time, and yet their sins are to be pardoned, their corruptions subdued, and their assurance cleared.
and all their work is to do, who have trifled away their time, and yet their Sins Are to be pardoned, their corruptions subdued, and their assurance cleared.
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under what dark chouldsdo those poor Souls sit, even clouds of horrour and despair that will abide upon them to all Eternity? • Stoick said, there is so much vanity in the world, that the first thing desirable is never to be born,
under what dark chouldsdo those poor Souls fit, even Clouds of horror and despair that will abide upon them to all Eternity? • Stoic said, there is so much vanity in the world, that the First thing desirable is never to be born,
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and their work not at all done. Truly, such persons change their places when they go hence, but not their dispositions. Did death finde such persons: So will judgment too:
and their work not At all done. Truly, such Persons change their places when they go hence, but not their dispositions. Did death find such Persons: So will judgement too:
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and accordingly will Judgment proceed against them, there is no agreeing with our adversary, but while we are in the way, Agree with thine adversary whilst thou art in the way with him.
and accordingly will Judgement proceed against them, there is no agreeing with our adversary, but while we Are in the Way, Agree with thine adversary while thou art in the Way with him.
3. Doctr. To all such as truly understand their spiritual Concernments, the great thing that renders the life of Nature desirable, is in order to their improvement in Grace.
3. Doctrine To all such as truly understand their spiritual Concernments, the great thing that renders the life of Nature desirable, is in order to their improvement in Grace.
and why? he doth not beg life only that he may live; but oh, prolong my days of nature that I may make an improvement in Grace; that I may recover strength.
and why? he does not beg life only that he may live; but o, prolong my days of nature that I may make an improvement in Grace; that I may recover strength.
Thirdly, there is nothing renders the life of Nature desirable in comparison of his, that we may recover our decays in Grace, that we may obtain an improvement in holiness.
Thirdly, there is nothing renders the life of Nature desirable in comparison of his, that we may recover our decays in Grace, that we may obtain an improvement in holiness.
God doth not bestow it upon us only as our duty, but as our strength: thus we often find it called in Scripture, the strength of the Soul, Psal. 84.7. They shall every one of them go from strength to strenth:
God does not bestow it upon us only as our duty, but as our strength: thus we often find it called in Scripture, the strength of the Soul, Psalm 84.7. They shall every one of them go from strength to strength:
that is from a less degree to a higher. I might instance in the Church of Philadelphia Thou hast a little strength, Rev. 3.8. that is, there is the reality of Grace, but it is Grace as it was in its infancie;
that is from a less degree to a higher. I might instance in the Church of Philadelphia Thou hast a little strength, Rev. 3.8. that is, there is the reality of Grace, but it is Grace as it was in its infancy;
God will think nothing too much for them upon whom he hath bestowed his Son; and who are the persons that have an interest in Christ? John 3.16. God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth on him should not perish but have everlasting life:
God will think nothing too much for them upon whom he hath bestowed his Son; and who Are the Persons that have an Interest in christ? John 3.16. God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever Believeth on him should not perish but have everlasting life:
here is the strength of interest, when the Soul is in want, and to leave all its enjoyments in the world at once (as friends, estate, relations) yet if the Soul hath an interest in Christ, death doth not separate it from Christ;
Here is the strength of Interest, when the Soul is in want, and to leave all its enjoyments in the world At once (as Friends, estate, relations) yet if the Soul hath an Interest in christ, death does not separate it from christ;
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a Soul that can challenge a propriety in Christ will fetch dower not only from his death for the mortification of sin, but also from his Resurrection;
a Soul that can challenge a propriety in christ will fetch dower not only from his death for the mortification of since, but also from his Resurrection;
That I may recover may strength When the Soul by reflecting upon it self, nnds that it hath made such improvement by the means of Grace and opportunities it doth enjoy,
That I may recover may strength When the Soul by reflecting upon it self, nnds that it hath made such improvement by the means of Grace and opportunities it does enjoy,
and that really it hath got an interest in Christ, and sees some Scripturegrounds to reckon it self among those beloved ones, whose names are written in the Book of life;
and that really it hath god an Interest in christ, and sees Some Scripture-grounds to reckon it self among those Beloved ones, whose names Are written in the Book of life;
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this will fill the Soul with joy here, and bear it up under all pressures and difficulties it may meet with in its passage, this will animate it to look death in the face, and that with comfort.
this will fill the Soul with joy Here, and bear it up under all pressures and difficulties it may meet with in its passage, this will animate it to look death in the face, and that with Comfort.
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Now these three sorts of strength are so admirably advantageous, will appear from the language of departing Souls when they come to lie upon their death-beds;
Now these three sorts of strength Are so admirably advantageous, will appear from the language of departing Souls when they come to lie upon their deathbeds;
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but the want of some of these strengths? O says one, If I had but an interest in Jesus Christ, I could say with Simeon, Luke 2.20. Lord, now lettest thou thy servant depart:
but the want of Some of these strengths? O Says one, If I had but an Interest in jesus christ, I could say with Simeon, Lycia 2.20. Lord, now Lettest thou thy servant depart:
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Says a second, had I more strength of improvement, had I walked more circumspectly, lived more self-denyingly, had I approved my self more faithful in all my Relations, I should then have been more able with the dying Swan to have sung my self asleep in my last bed, as the Naturallist speaks.
Says a second, had I more strength of improvement, had I walked more circumspectly, lived more Self-denyingly, had I approved my self more faithful in all my Relations, I should then have been more able with the dying Swan to have sung my self asleep in my last Bed, as the Naturalist speaks.
I will never leave thee nor forsake thee: thou art mine, and shalt be mine: I do love thee, and I will love thee for ever, John 13.3. He loved his own to the end, he gives grace, and he will give glory.
I will never leave thee nor forsake thee: thou art mine, and shalt be mine: I do love thee, and I will love thee for ever, John 13.3. He loved his own to the end, he gives grace, and he will give glory.
But though it is true that cannot be lost, yet the strength and improvement, and the evidence of this interest may be blotted and darkned, it may be intermitted and interrupted;
But though it is true that cannot be lost, yet the strength and improvement, and the evidence of this Interest may be blotted and darkened, it may be intermitted and interrupted;
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this you shall find in the most chearful and the most improved Christians, and those that have had sometimes the clearest discoveries of Gods love to their Souls;
this you shall find in the most cheerful and the most improved Christians, and those that have had sometime the Clearest discoveries of God's love to their Souls;
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what a damp hath sometimes been upon their Joys? insomuch that David was fain to call himself to an account, Why art thou cast down, O my Soul? How have even he best of Saints many times thought themselves meer cast-aways,
what a damp hath sometime been upon their Joys? insomuch that David was fain to call himself to an account, Why art thou cast down, Oh my Soul? How have even he best of Saints many times Thought themselves mere castaways,
so thirdly, the great thing that such as rightly understand themselves that renders the life of nature desirable to them, it is in order ot their improvement in this spiritual strength.
so Thirdly, the great thing that such as rightly understand themselves that renders the life of nature desirable to them, it is in order It their improvement in this spiritual strength.
The life of nature is in it self the highest of outward mercies (for all other mercies are but as so many Cyphers without is) if it were not for lise, we were not capable of enjoying them:
The life of nature is in it self the highest of outward Mercies (for all other Mercies Are but as so many Ciphers without is) if it were not for lise, we were not capable of enjoying them:
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and it is our improvement in Grace that makes our evidences more clear and apparent: then if this be the great business to make life desirable, our improvement in Grace;
and it is our improvement in Grace that makes our evidences more clear and apparent: then if this be the great business to make life desirable, our improvement in Grace;
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should we make this use of all Gods forbearance of us, when God hath swept away thousands by the destroying pestilence? and when the arrows of God have flown so thick about us? when several have faln on our right hands and on our left, shal we make this the end of the goodnes of God in sparing us? because more time is given us,
should we make this use of all God's forbearance of us, when God hath swept away thousands by the destroying pestilence? and when the arrows of God have flown so thick about us? when several have fallen on our right hands and on our left, shall we make this the end of the Goodness of God in sparing us? Because more time is given us,
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it is one thing to be delivered from a calamity, and another thing to be reprieved, to be spared for a time that God may punish us more severely hereafter:
it is one thing to be Delivered from a calamity, and Another thing to be reprieved, to be spared for a time that God may Punish us more severely hereafter:
and if we consider in those destroying flames that have laid waste the habitations of others, that any of ours have been preserved, shall we make no better use of it than thus? when God hath under so many several judgments shewed that kindness to us which he promised to Ebed Melech, Jerem. 39.18.
and if we Consider in those destroying flames that have laid waste the habitations of Others, that any of ours have been preserved, shall we make no better use of it than thus? when God hath under so many several Judgments showed that kindness to us which he promised to Ebbed Melech, Jeremiah 39.18.
Notwithstanding when he had threatned all those miseries against them, I will surely deliver thee, because thou hast put thy trust in me, saith the Lord.
Notwithstanding when he had threatened all those misery's against them, I will surely deliver thee, Because thou hast put thy trust in me, Says the Lord.
That is, no more to preparatory opportunities, and in this lies our greatest concerns: consider the sadness of their condition, who go hence in their sins;
That is, no more to preparatory opportunities, and in this lies our greatest concerns: Consider the sadness of their condition, who go hence in their Sins;
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how can these persons go hence in their sins and look Christ in the face with any kind of countenaace? how can they attain to the inheritance of the Saints in light? they can look for nothing for their portion but wrath, eternal wrath:
how can these Persons go hence in their Sins and look christ in the face with any kind of countenaace? how can they attain to the inheritance of the Saints in Light? they can look for nothing for their portion but wrath, Eternal wrath:
it is true, a time was when we might have obtained a pardon, and a peace might have been made for our Souls, we might have obtained the love of God, but we then would not:
it is true, a time was when we might have obtained a pardon, and a peace might have been made for our Souls, we might have obtained the love of God, but we then would not:
Seneca hath this passage, We are very prodigal of our time, and there is nothing about which we can be honestly covetous but only for the well managing of that.
Senecca hath this passage, We Are very prodigal of our time, and there is nothing about which we can be honestly covetous but only for the well managing of that.
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It was a complaint of Augustus the Roman Emperor, That the businessess of the Empire were so many and took up so much of his time, that he could never be at leisure for himself.
It was a complaint of Augustus the Roman Emperor, That the businessess of the Empire were so many and took up so much of his time, that he could never be At leisure for himself.
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God bestows out time upon us as Talents, and is it not fit our time should be laid out for the service of our Master? If we can be laborious in working while it is day, this will make our sleep comfortable to us when the great night of death comes:
God bestows out time upon us as Talents, and is it not fit our time should be laid out for the service of our Master? If we can be laborious in working while it is day, this will make our sleep comfortable to us when the great night of death comes:
THis Chapter, and indeed this whole Epistle, consists of nothing almost but directions to Timothy how he should carry himself in the discharge of that great Office of an Evangelist;
THis Chapter, and indeed this Whole Epistle, consists of nothing almost but directions to Timothy how he should carry himself in the discharge of that great Office of an Evangelist;
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There are two things especially which St. Paul gives advice to Timothy in, and it is very observable that whatever advice he giveth him as an Evangelist, who was to preach the Gospel, he gives us who profess subjection to the Gospel:
There Are two things especially which Saint Paul gives Advice to Timothy in, and it is very observable that whatever Advice he gives him as an Evangelist, who was to preach the Gospel, he gives us who profess subjection to the Gospel:
The other is, of such, who (though they retained the Doctrinal part of faith 〈 ◊ 〉 had not forsaken the truths) yet they did not 〈 ◊ 〉 up to those truths in their conversations:
The other is, of such, who (though they retained the Doctrinal part of faith 〈 ◊ 〉 had not forsaken the truths) yet they did not 〈 ◊ 〉 up to those truths in their conversations:
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but now, say he, though this be their mistake, and a dangerous error, yet the foundation of God standeth sure, having this Seal, the Lord knoweth who are his:
but now, say he, though this be their mistake, and a dangerous error, yet the Foundation of God Stands sure, having this Seal, the Lord Knoweth who Are his:
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these are the persons whom St. Paul gives Timothy advice here, that he should labour to redeem from those formalities in which they rested, that they should not think it enough to name the Name of Christ,
these Are the Persons whom Saint Paul gives Timothy Advice Here, that he should labour to Redeem from those formalities in which they rested, that they should not think it enough to name the Name of christ,
Pour out thy wrath upon the Heathen that know thee not, and upon the families that call not upon thy Name, Psal. 79.6. 3. There is a naming the Name of Christ in our Vows and Covenants;
Pour out thy wrath upon the Heathen that know thee not, and upon the families that call not upon thy Name, Psalm 79.6. 3. There is a naming the Name of christ in our Vows and Covenants;
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and hence it is, that we are said to baptized in the Name of Christ, which doth not only imply a desire to partake of those priviledges which Christ hath purchased,
and hence it is, that we Are said to baptised in the Name of christ, which does not only imply a desire to partake of those privileges which christ hath purchased,
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you can never reconcile the profession of Christ, and the practice of sin together, that is the meaning of the Apostle, doest thou name the Name of Christ,
you can never reconcile the profession of christ, and the practice of since together, that is the meaning of the Apostle, dost thou name the Name of christ,
as having the Doctrine of Christ committed especially to them to communicate to other; (thus we read of naming the Name of Christ, they taught in his Name ) but it is meant of all that profess the Name of Christ, let every one in any way,
as having the Doctrine of christ committed especially to them to communicate to other; (thus we read of naming the Name of christ, they taught in his Name) but it is meant of all that profess the Name of christ, let every one in any Way,
should men be in love with poyson? Should men hug that viper that will sting them to death? the right knowledge of sin doth sufficiently evidence this:
should men be in love with poison? Should men hug that viper that will sting them to death? the right knowledge of since does sufficiently evidence this:
Do you provoke the Lord to anger? are you stronger than he? dare you enter the lists with the great God? you will pity those distracted persons that labour for their own ruine,
Do you provoke the Lord to anger? Are you Stronger than he? Dare you enter the lists with the great God? you will pity those distracted Persons that labour for their own ruin,
and bestowed natural endowments upon us, and hath put us into a capacity for his service may not God reasonably expect that he should receive the fruit of all his charges and pains? upon his account it was that God was so 〈 … 〉 with his antient people for all the 〈 … 〉 he had shewed to them (says he) When I looked for grapes behold they brought forth with grapes:
and bestowed natural endowments upon us, and hath put us into a capacity for his service may not God reasonably expect that he should receive the fruit of all his charges and pains? upon his account it was that God was so 〈 … 〉 with his ancient people for all the 〈 … 〉 he had showed to them (Says he) When I looked for grapes behold they brought forth with grapes:
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I have made you capable of my service, will you imploy your selves in the service of other Masters? your beings you have received from me, is it not reasonable they should be imployed to his Glory,
I have made you capable of my service, will you employ your selves in the service of other Masters? your beings you have received from me, is it not reasonable they should be employed to his Glory,
have we received our beings from him, and do we still live upon him? then there is all the obligation upon us that can be, that we should have reverend thoughts of God,
have we received our beings from him, and do we still live upon him? then there is all the obligation upon us that can be, that we should have reverend thoughts of God,
now if we would escape the wrath of God, we must keep our selves from all sin, we must depart from iniquity, Why will ye die, O house of Israel, Ezek. 18.27, 30. if you will go on in sin,
now if we would escape the wrath of God, we must keep our selves from all since, we must depart from iniquity, Why will you die, Oh house of Israel, Ezekiel 18.27, 30. if you will go on in since,
he prays there against extremity in both conditions, he would neither have too much nor too little of this world, he prays against fulness, Lest I be full & deny thee,
he prays there against extremity in both conditions, he would neither have too much nor too little of this world, he prays against fullness, Lest I be full & deny thee,
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While we allow our selves in any kind of sin, we do but take the Name of God in vain, notwithstanding all our profession; but this is not all: Rom. 2.24. you read of an highter expression than this;
While we allow our selves in any kind of since, we do but take the Name of God in vain, notwithstanding all our profession; but this is not all: Rom. 2.24. you read of an highter expression than this;
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Here the engagements laid upon them that profess Gods Name, because he hath given them so much knowledge to understand the great Mysteries of Salvation,
Here the engagements laid upon them that profess God's Name, Because he hath given them so much knowledge to understand the great Mysteres of Salvation,
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But for them that name the Name of Christ in sincerity, there are special obligations God hath laid upon them, there are singular engagements from God upon them,
But for them that name the Name of christ in sincerity, there Are special obligations God hath laid upon them, there Are singular engagements from God upon them,
and obligations from them unto God that oblige them to depart from iniquity. 1. There are singular engagements that God hath laid upon them to depart from iniquity, as
and obligations from them unto God that oblige them to depart from iniquity. 1. There Are singular engagements that God hath laid upon them to depart from iniquity, as
as for his Judgments they have not known them, Psal. 147.20. and how many thousands are there that live under the Gospel, to whom it is no more than a dead Letter;
as for his Judgments they have not known them, Psalm 147.20. and how many thousands Are there that live under the Gospel, to whom it is no more than a dead letter;
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and cured the Diseases? and art thou fond of thy burdens and in love with thy Diseases? hath he st thee at liberty, hath his Spirit made thee free? (and such are free indeed) and wilt thou again become entangled?
and cured the Diseases? and art thou found of thy burdens and in love with thy Diseases? hath he Saint thee At liberty, hath his Spirit made thee free? (and such Are free indeed) and wilt thou again become entangled?
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Again, hath Christ washed away thy filth by his blood, and wilt thou return again like the Sow that is washed to wallow in thy former mire? hath he taken off the guilt of thy sin? and wilt thon run upon a new score, is this sutable to the engagements that lie upon thee? Consider if thou art one that doth relie upon Christ, there lies an high Obligation upon thee on that account:
Again, hath christ washed away thy filth by his blood, and wilt thou return again like the Sow that is washed to wallow in thy former mire? hath he taken off the guilt of thy since? and wilt thon run upon a new score, is this suitable to the engagements that lie upon thee? Consider if thou art one that does rely upon christ, there lies an high Obligation upon thee on that account:
Hath Christ taken thee into his care and service? and wilt thou not be guided by his rules? but what are the rules of Christ in respect of God? that we should not only serve him,
Hath christ taken thee into his care and service? and wilt thou not be guided by his rules? but what Are the rules of christ in respect of God? that we should not only serve him,
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this is that which our Saviour expects: He tells us, God is a Spirit, John 4.24. and they that worship him, must worship him in Spirit and Truth: bodily service profiteth nothing. Alas!
this is that which our Saviour expects: He tells us, God is a Spirit, John 4.24. and they that worship him, must worship him in Spirit and Truth: bodily service profiteth nothing. Alas!
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Again, I might shew you the great priviledges which all the true Members of Christ do partake of, he hath sent his Spirit to be their guide, his Spirit of Truth to lead them into all Truth;
Again, I might show you the great privileges which all the true Members of christ do partake of, he hath sent his Spirit to be their guide, his Spirit of Truth to led them into all Truth;
and will you contradict these Principles of Divine Grace? God hath sent his Spirit to guide you, that is, to keep you from mistakes, to prevent your miscarriage,
and will you contradict these Principles of Divine Grace? God hath sent his Spirit to guide you, that is, to keep you from mistakes, to prevent your miscarriage,
now will you revoke them? is this sutable to those engagements to break your word with God and to have your own promises to witness against you? you that have owned his yoke as easie,
now will you revoke them? is this suitable to those engagements to break your word with God and to have your own promises to witness against you? you that have owned his yoke as easy,
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and made profession of these, will you contradict all in your lives and conversations? truly, this is too ordinary in the world: St. Paul Titus 1.16. doth very much lament some, who in their words profess the Name of Christ, but in their works deny him. Verbal Professions are easie;
and made profession of these, will you contradict all in your lives and conversations? truly, this is too ordinary in the world: Saint Paul Titus 1.16. does very much lament Some, who in their words profess the Name of christ, but in their works deny him. Verbal Professions Are easy;
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But what a reproach do you cast upon God and his wayes, in that you see and fancie something in sin that you think worthy the making God you enemy for;
But what a reproach do you cast upon God and his ways, in that you see and fancy something in since that you think worthy the making God you enemy for;
and to very little purpose, and we can expect no other answer from God, than we have in Psal. 50. What hast thou to do to declare my Statutes? or that thou shouldest take my Name in thy mouth? What was the matter? Seeing thou hatest instruction, and castest my word behind thy back.
and to very little purpose, and we can expect no other answer from God, than we have in Psalm 50. What hast thou to do to declare my Statutes? or that thou Shouldst take my Name in thy Mouth? What was the matter? Seeing thou Hatest instruction, and Chastest my word behind thy back.
and will you thus requite the Lord? or will you say as the people of Israel did when they were brought out of Egypt, and met with streights and difficulties in the Wilderness? Would to God we had died in Egypt, was there not graves enough there? So while you live under the temptations and snares of an evil world, will you look on on these things as lovely,
and will you thus requite the Lord? or will you say as the people of Israel did when they were brought out of Egypt, and met with straights and difficulties in the Wilderness? Would to God we had died in Egypt, was there not graves enough there? So while you live under the temptations and snares of an evil world, will you look on on these things as lovely,
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This I say therefore, may sharply reprove all careless Professors that lay aside their watch, and do not always stand upon their guard to keep off every thing of sin.
This I say Therefore, may sharply reprove all careless Professors that lay aside their watch, and do not always stand upon their guard to keep off every thing of since.
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he thought no blessings too great to leave (even such blessings as none but himself was ever capable of) for no Creature could be capable of those high and eminent priviledges that he left, that he might become our Redeemer;
he Thought no blessings too great to leave (even such blessings as none but himself was ever capable of) for no Creature could be capable of those high and eminent privileges that he left, that he might become our Redeemer;
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and as there was no mercy that he thought too great to leave, so there was no misery that he thought too sharp to undergo, that the wrath of God his Father (whose love to him was more worth than millions of worlds) might be appeased,
and as there was no mercy that he Thought too great to leave, so there was no misery that he Thought too sharp to undergo, that the wrath of God his Father (whose love to him was more worth than millions of world's) might be appeased,
as appears by what he said, John 17.4. Father, Glorifie thou me with thine own self, with the glory which I had with thee before the world was ) and certainly it cannot but command of thee the greatest exactness and circumspection of thy life.
as appears by what he said, John 17.4. Father, glorify thou me with thine own self, with the glory which I had with thee before the world was) and Certainly it cannot but command of thee the greatest exactness and circumspection of thy life.
Doest thou name the Name of Christ? Doest thou own these condescentions of Christ? and canst thou allow thy self in any kind of iniquity? it was iniquity that was the Judas that betrayed him, the Pilate that condemned him;
Dost thou name the Name of christ? Dost thou own these condescensions of christ? and Canst thou allow thy self in any kind of iniquity? it was iniquity that was the Judas that betrayed him, the Pilate that condemned him;
it was not those instruments, but our sins, and will you yet harbour those sins? is this an ingenious requital of so much love? all the malice of Hell,
it was not those Instruments, but our Sins, and will you yet harbour those Sins? is this an ingenious requital of so much love? all the malice of Hell,
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all the contrivances of the Jews with their great ones together could never have brought those sufferings upon Christ (had it not been for his love that he bore to his people) and will you for all this,
all the contrivances of the jews with their great ones together could never have brought those sufferings upon christ (had it not been for his love that he boar to his people) and will you for all this,
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and resolve on your own ruine? and in spite of such mercies and kindness, will you go on to your own destruction? is not this sad? what shame shold be to all professing Christians that do not stand upon their watch,
and resolve on your own ruin? and in spite of such Mercies and kindness, will you go on to your own destruction? is not this sad? what shame should be to all professing Christians that do not stand upon their watch,
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The next Use, and the only Use which I shall add further is, by way of exhortation, that all that hath been said may prevail thus far with you, to get your hearts at as great a distance from sin as possibly you are able;
The next Use, and the only Use which I shall add further is, by Way of exhortation, that all that hath been said may prevail thus Far with you, to get your hearts At as great a distance from since as possibly you Are able;
follow the example of those worthies, Hebr. 11.37, 38. they were stoned, they were sawn asunder, &c. and its said ver. 35. they accepted not of deliverance:
follow the Exampl of those worthies, Hebrew 11.37, 38. they were stoned, they were sawn asunder, etc. and its said for. 35. they accepted not of deliverance:
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of how much sorer punishment, suppose ye, shall he be thought worthy, who hath trodden under foot the Son of God, &c. It is a common thing to slight it, and to scorn it:
of how much Sorer punishment, suppose you, shall he be Thought worthy, who hath trodden under foot the Son of God, etc. It is a Common thing to slight it, and to scorn it:
for a sad truth (I speak it only to awaken both my self and you) there is no sinner like unto a Gospel sinner, to them that go on in sin, under those means that should recover them from sin:
for a sad truth (I speak it only to awaken both my self and you) there is no sinner like unto a Gospel sinner, to them that go on in since, under those means that should recover them from since:
Sion sinners, Sabbath-days, Sacrament-sinners, they that live under all those opportunities and advantages (as their sins bring greater dishonour to God) bring greater damage to their own Souls than other sins do:
Sion Sinners, Sabbath-days, Sacrament-sinners, they that live under all those opportunities and advantages (as their Sins bring greater dishonour to God) bring greater damage to their own Souls than other Sins do:
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it shall be more tolerable for Tyre and Sidon in the day of Judgment than for Jerusalem that had the Gospel and Ordinances of God, and such priviledges, and means, and helps.
it shall be more tolerable for Tyre and Sidon in the day of Judgement than for Jerusalem that had the Gospel and Ordinances of God, and such privileges, and means, and helps.
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The whole Paragraph runs thus, For I am perswaded that neither death nor life, &c. ver. 38, 39. THese words are a part of St. Pauls Triumph: and the evils over which he triumphs, are no less than all those that might either endanger the welfare or disturb the peace and quiet of the people of God.
The Whole Paragraph runs thus, For I am persuaded that neither death nor life, etc. for. 38, 39. THese words Are a part of Saint Paul's Triumph: and the evils over which he Triumphos, Are no less than all those that might either endanger the welfare or disturb the peace and quiet of the people of God.
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a large Catalogue, &c. For while he says, these things cannot separate from the love of God, he strongly implies thus much, that those that are the objects of the love of God, are yet liable unto these things.
a large Catalogue, etc. For while he Says, these things cannot separate from the love of God, he strongly Implies thus much, that those that Are the objects of the love of God, Are yet liable unto these things.
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what breaches is God continually making upon every one of us in every part of our lives? but such is the union between God and every sincere believer, that nothing can make a separation here:
what Breaches is God continually making upon every one of us in every part of our lives? but such is the Union between God and every sincere believer, that nothing can make a separation Here:
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Angels cannot do it, they are Creatures that excel in strength; some expound it so good Angels, that it is spoken of them by way of supposition, Gal. 1.8. If we or an Angel from Heaven should preach any other Gospel unto you, than that which we have preached unto you, let him be accursed:
Angels cannot do it, they Are Creatures that excel in strength; Some expound it so good Angels, that it is spoken of them by Way of supposition, Gal. 1.8. If we or an Angel from Heaven should preach any other Gospel unto you, than that which we have preached unto you, let him be accursed:
not that any good Angel can be so bad a Messenger as to set up a new Gospel, in opposition to the everlasting Gospel of Christ, it is spoken by way of supposition, so I find Learned Writers interpret it thus:
not that any good Angel can be so bad a Messenger as to Set up a new Gospel, in opposition to the everlasting Gospel of christ, it is spoken by Way of supposition, so I find Learned Writers interpret it thus:
Others interpret it of bad Angels; now whatever attempts these do make, though they are compared to a roaring Lyon, going about seeking whom they may devour, though they never so much desire it,
Others interpret it of bad Angels; now whatever attempts these do make, though they Are compared to a roaring lion, going about seeking whom they may devour, though they never so much desire it,
but there are several Ranks and Degrees among the Angels; therefore we read in Ephes. 6.12. We wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against Principalities, against Powers, against the Rulers of the darkness of this world, &c. So here in the Text, we read of Principallities, and Powers: As they said of our Saviour, he through Beelzebub, the Chief or Prince of Devils, did cast out Devils;
but there Are several Ranks and Degrees among the Angels; Therefore we read in Ephesians 6.12. We wrestle not against Flesh and blood, but against Principalities, against Powers, against the Rulers of the darkness of this world, etc. So Here in the Text, we read of Principalities, and Powers: As they said of our Saviour, he through Beelzebub, the Chief or Prince of Devils, did cast out Devils;
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in these Principalities then is the danger. But it it is not in them neither. I find many Interpreters carrying the sense to earthly Potentates, the Rulers of his world;
in these Principalities then is the danger. But it it is not in them neither. I find many Interpreters carrying the sense to earthly Potentates, the Rulers of his world;
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But notwithstanding all we undergo for the present, who knows what may follow for the future? who knows what a day may bring forth? What is in the Womb of the next moment? the Apostle answers this here, not things present, no, nor things to come: though you know not what may come upon you,
But notwithstanding all we undergo for the present, who knows what may follow for the future? who knows what a day may bring forth? What is in the Womb of the next moment? the Apostle answers this Here, not things present, no, nor things to come: though you know not what may come upon you,
But there are heights and depths, that is, heights of Prosperity, and depths of Calamity, (as some expound it:) but least the Apostles Catalogue should not yet be so full to answer every case, he puts in this general, vast,
But there Are heights and depths, that is, heights of Prosperity, and depths of Calamity, (as Some expound it:) but lest the Apostles Catalogue should not yet be so full to answer every case, he puts in this general, vast,
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Answ. I answer, St. Paul speaks here not of himself singly, but of himself in conjunction with others, nothing shall separate us from the love of God, it is exprest in the plural Number.
Answer I answer, Saint Paul speaks Here not of himself singly, but of himself in conjunction with Others, nothing shall separate us from the love of God, it is expressed in the plural Number.
Again, the ground and foundation upon which St. Paul bottoms this assurance, and this height of his confidence, it is such as all sincere Believers are capable of.
Again, the ground and Foundation upon which Saint Paul bottoms this assurance, and this height of his confidence, it is such as all sincere Believers Are capable of.
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You find all along in all those other Priviledges that he mentions in the former part of the Chapter, all these he speaks of, of being made partakers of the first fruits of the Spirit, of walking in the Spirit, and not after the flesh, &c. this is the foundation upon which St. Paul grounds his confidence,
You find all along in all those other Privileges that he mentions in the former part of the Chapter, all these he speaks of, of being made partakers of the First fruits of the Spirit, of walking in the Spirit, and not After the Flesh, etc. this is the Foundation upon which Saint Paul grounds his confidence,
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It is upon this alone that the Apostle grounds all his confidence and comfort: he could easily despise all kind of troubles, and it was only upon this account.
It is upon this alone that the Apostle grounds all his confidence and Comfort: he could Easily despise all kind of Troubles, and it was only upon this account.
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for Separation implies a preunion; that can never be parted, that was not before joyned; and the loss of the love of God implies a pre-injoyment of the same.
for Separation Implies a preunion; that can never be parted, that was not before joined; and the loss of the love of God Implies a pre-injoyment of the same.
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There is a common love that God bears to all his Creatures, as they are his Creatures, the workmanship of his hands, this is extended to all his Creatures, through the whole Universe,
There is a Common love that God bears to all his Creatures, as they Are his Creatures, the workmanship of his hands, this is extended to all his Creatures, through the Whole Universe,
for as God by the Word of his Power brought all out of nothing, so by the same almighty Word of his power, he preserves them from falling back into the first nothing, Heb. 1.3. Ʋpholding all things by the word of his power. 2. In providing for them;
for as God by the Word of his Power brought all out of nothing, so by the same almighty Word of his power, he preserves them from falling back into the First nothing, Hebrew 1.3. Ʋpholding all things by the word of his power. 2. In providing for them;
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The eyes of all wait upon thee, and thou givest them their meat in due season, Psal. 145.15. 3. In protecting them from dangers; this in Matth. 10.29. Not a hair falls from the head, not a sparrow falls to the ground;
The eyes of all wait upon thee, and thou givest them their meat in due season, Psalm 145.15. 3. In protecting them from dangers; this in Matthew 10.29. Not a hair falls from the head, not a sparrow falls to the ground;
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and the manifestation of his infinite wisdom and goodness. The invisible things of God are clearly seen from the Creation, Rom. 1.20. That is, his works of Providence and Gubernation of the World.
and the manifestation of his infinite Wisdom and Goodness. The invisible things of God Are clearly seen from the Creation, Rom. 1.20. That is, his works of Providence and Gubernation of the World.
Again, There is a love that God bears to man as man, as he is a Creature of a higher rank, and being than other Creatures, 1 Cor. 9. Thou shalt not muzzel the mouth of the Oxe;
Again, There is a love that God bears to man as man, as he is a Creature of a higher rank, and being than other Creatures, 1 Cor. 9. Thou shalt not muzzle the Mouth of the Ox;
2. Noth withstanding this peculiar love of God to sincere Believers, yet they may nevertheless be sorely afflicted, the Apostle reckons up here many smart Afflictions;
2. Noth withstanding this peculiar love of God to sincere Believers, yet they may nevertheless be sorely afflicted, the Apostle reckons up Here many smart Afflictions;
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in the verses before you read of Tribulation, and distress, and persocution, famine, nakedness, perils, sword, life, death, Angels, Principallities, powers.
in the Verses before you read of Tribulation, and distress, and persocution, famine, nakedness, perils, sword, life, death, Angels, Principalities, Powers.
Now while the Apostle asserts so expresly, that none of these shall be able to spearate from the love of God, he strongly implies, that those that are the people of God, those that are the real objects of his love, may yet be liable to all these;
Now while the Apostle asserts so expressly, that none of these shall be able to spearate from the love of God, he strongly Implies, that those that Are the people of God, those that Are the real objects of his love, may yet be liable to all these;
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they may be exercised with wants, with nakedness, and undergo cruel usages from men, yet beloved of God, under great Affliction, and yet under great Affection from God:
they may be exercised with Wants, with nakedness, and undergo cruel usages from men, yet Beloved of God, under great Affliction, and yet under great Affection from God:
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The disting uishing love of God makes no distinction in these outward things, Eccles. 9.1, 2. No man knoweth either love or hatred by all that is before him;
The disting uishing love of God makes no distinction in these outward things, Eccles. 9.1, 2. No man Knoweth either love or hatred by all that is before him;
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Their Afflictions may be as great, nay exceed the afflictions of others, as you may see Psal. 37. and Psal. 73 both those Psalmes are upon that subject:
Their Afflictions may be as great, nay exceed the afflictions of Others, as you may see Psalm 37. and Psalm 73 both those Psalms Are upon that Subject:
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They that will live Godly in Christ shall suffer persecutition, &c. These are the predictions for the future; and if you look back to the experience of former Ages, the flaming bush hath been an Embleme of the state of Gods Church,
They that will live Godly in christ shall suffer persecutition, etc. These Are the predictions for the future; and if you look back to the experience of former Ages, the flaming bush hath been an Emblem of the state of God's Church,
Thirdly, Whatever their afflictions are, though they may be above, and grearer than others, yet notwithstanding they have supports above others, even the love of God:
Thirdly, Whatever their afflictions Are, though they may be above, and grearer than Others, yet notwithstanding they have supports above Others, even the love of God:
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Nay, this is the Promise that God hath made to his, Psalm. 89.31, 32, 33, 34. speaking of them them that are his in Covenant — If they break my Statutes, and keep not my Commandments:
Nay, this is the Promise that God hath made to his, Psalm. 89.31, 32, 33, 34. speaking of them them that Are his in Covenant — If they break my Statutes, and keep not my commandments:
when his people are condemened of men, he then vouchsafeth them the clearest evidences of their acceptance with him, 2 Cor. 4.8, 9. We are afflicted on every side, yet not distressed;
when his people Are condemened of men, he then vouchsafeth them the Clearest evidences of their acceptance with him, 2 Cor. 4.8, 9. We Are afflicted on every side, yet not distressed;
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this is usually the time wherein God manifests more of tenderness to his people, than at other seasons: it is promised Hosea 2.14. I will allure her, and bring her into the wilderness, and speak comfortably to her.
this is usually the time wherein God manifests more of tenderness to his people, than At other seasons: it is promised Hosea 2.14. I will allure her, and bring her into the Wilderness, and speak comfortably to her.
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this love is a peculiar love, and it doth not exempt from Afflictions, but it doth admirably sweeten those Afflictions that the Servants of God do meet with.
this love is a peculiar love, and it does not exempt from Afflictions, but it does admirably sweeten those Afflictions that the Servants of God do meet with.
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this Informs us of the necessity of an eye of Faith to enable us to make a right Judgment both of Persons and Things: Sense and Reason are incompetent Judges of things Invisible,
this Informs us of the necessity of an eye of Faith to enable us to make a right Judgement both of Persons and Things: Sense and Reason Are incompetent Judges of things Invisible,
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we are apt to think when God strips his people of their estates, of Creature comforts of Friends, of neer Relations, that when these are gone, all is gone with them, no, no, they have the love of God then;
we Are apt to think when God strips his people of their estates, of Creature comforts of Friends, of near Relations, that when these Are gone, all is gone with them, no, no, they have the love of God then;
if we may but enjoy this one thing, the love of God: it is, as if the Apostle had said, I reckon, that such Afflcitions may separate you from the comforts of this world,
if we may but enjoy this one thing, the love of God: it is, as if the Apostle had said, I reckon, that such Afflcitions may separate you from the comforts of this world,
Skin for skin, and all that a man hath will he give for his life. But thy loving kindness is better life: So in Psalm. 73.25. Whom have I in heaven but thee? and there is none upon earth that I desire besides thee.
Skin for skin, and all that a man hath will he give for his life. But thy loving kindness is better life: So in Psalm. 73.25. Whom have I in heaven but thee? and there is none upon earth that I desire beside thee.
he eyed Communion with God, and the favour of God was more than all, Psalm. 4.6, 7. There be many that say, who will shew us any good? Lord lift thou up the light of thy countenance upon us.
he eyed Communion with God, and the favour of God was more than all, Psalm. 4.6, 7. There be many that say, who will show us any good? Lord lift thou up the Light of thy countenance upon us.
Who hath measured the waters in the hollow of his hand, and meted out Heaven with a span? &c. But now to prove this truth farther, I shall alledge these six Reasons.
Who hath measured the waters in the hollow of his hand, and meted out Heaven with a span? etc. But now to prove this truth farther, I shall allege these six Reasons.
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And in Luke 16. you read of one faring deliciously every day, but both of these were in a very sad condition, as to their Souls; you remember the Parables.
And in Lycia 16. you read of one faring deliciously every day, but both of these were in a very sad condition, as to their Souls; you Remember the Parables.
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2. Reas. The love of God is such a mercy that it is abundantly sufficient to make up the want of all other mercies, and to sweeten the sourest of all kind of Afflictions, that can befal us.
2. Reas. The love of God is such a mercy that it is abundantly sufficient to make up the want of all other Mercies, and to sweeten the sourest of all kind of Afflictions, that can befall us.
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what we have not in the stream, yet if we have it in the fountain, it is more fresh, and more delightful; says Bernard, Lord, where can I be well without thee,
what we have not in the stream, yet if we have it in the fountain, it is more fresh, and more delightful; Says Bernard, Lord, where can I be well without thee,
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But as Elkanah said to Hannah, so may we say to our sullenest and most impatient desires, Am not I better to thee than ten sons? Is not God better to us than all? If God should deny us this,
But as Elkanah said to Hannah, so may we say to our sullenest and most impatient Desires, Am not I better to thee than ten Sons? Is not God better to us than all? If God should deny us this,
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but what his people have of his presence here, is but a kind of absence to what they shall have hereafter, 2 Cor. 5, 6, 8. Therefore we are always confident, knowing that whilst we are at home in the body, we are absent from the Lord.
but what his people have of his presence Here, is but a kind of absence to what they shall have hereafter, 2 Cor. 5, 6, 8. Therefore we Are always confident, knowing that while we Are At home in the body, we Are absent from the Lord.
4. Reas. 4. Argument, That nothing can make a person miserable, but the want of this special and peculiar love of God, it appears from the excellencie of the person loving; THE LOVE OF GOD: this is a great word;
4. Reas. 4. Argument, That nothing can make a person miserable, but the want of this special and peculiar love of God, it appears from the excellency of the person loving; THE LOVE OF GOD: this is a great word;
If God be for us, who can be against us? if God justifie us, who can condemn us? v. 31, 33. of this Chapt. 2 Timoth 4.16, 17. St. Paul when all forsook him, thought he had enough in this, that God stood by him. At my first answering no man stood by me, but all men forsook me;
If God be for us, who can be against us? if God justify us, who can condemn us? v. 31, 33. of this Chapter 2 Timothy 4.16, 17. Saint Paul when all forsook him, Thought he had enough in this, that God stood by him. At my First answering no man stood by me, but all men forsook me;
Our Saviour could not speak to his Disciples without reproving them for their cowardize, foretelling them how it should shortly appear: You shall leave me alone.
Our Saviour could not speak to his Disciples without reproving them for their cowardice, foretelling them how it should shortly appear: You shall leave me alone.
What? then to be left alone, when he was to go through all those troubles? this was a very uncomfortable thing, yet (says he) I am not alone, for the Father is with me, John 16.32. it is some refreshment in our sorrows, to have Friends to pity, and to compassionate us; but oh!
What? then to be left alone, when he was to go through all those Troubles? this was a very uncomfortable thing, yet (Says he) I am not alone, for the Father is with me, John 16.32. it is Some refreshment in our sorrows, to have Friends to pity, and to compassionate us; but o!
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what a refreshment is it, to have the infinite God to love us? You know the Emphasis of all the sorrows that our Saviour underwent during his sufferings here on earth was, That God had withdrawn the sense of his love from him, My God, my God,
what a refreshment is it, to have the infinite God to love us? You know the Emphasis of all the sorrows that our Saviour underwent during his sufferings Here on earth was, That God had withdrawn the sense of his love from him, My God, my God,
1. The Love of God is the tenderest, it is the most affectionate Love. The Love of Parents is great, but the love of God is greater, Math. 5.11. If you that are evil know how to give good gifts unto your Children, how much more then shall your Father which is in Heaven, give good things to them that ask him.
1. The Love of God is the Tenderest, it is the most affectionate Love. The Love of Parents is great, but the love of God is greater, Math. 5.11. If you that Are evil know how to give good Gifts unto your Children, how much more then shall your Father which is in Heaven, give good things to them that ask him.
The love of a Mother is great, but the love of God is greater, and exceeds it, Isa. 49 15, 16. Can a Woman forget her sucking Child, that she should not have compassion on the Son of her Womb? yea, they may forget,
The love of a Mother is great, but the love of God is greater, and exceeds it, Isaiah 49 15, 16. Can a Woman forget her sucking Child, that she should not have compassion on the Son of her Womb? yea, they may forget,
therefore you will I punish for all your Iniquities, Amos 3.2. My kindness to you is far above all others, therefore I will correct you, I will make you smart now, that you may not smart for ever;
Therefore you will I Punish for all your Iniquities, Amos 3.2. My kindness to you is Far above all Others, Therefore I will correct you, I will make you smart now, that you may not smart for ever;
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As concerning others (the Sinners in Zion whom God regards not) it is said why shotld you be smitten any more, Isa. 1.5. Ye will revolt yet more and more.
As Concerning Others (the Sinners in Zion whom God regards not) it is said why shotld you be smitten any more, Isaiah 1.5. You will revolt yet more and more.
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This is a great Priviledge, and part of the Covenant, and Promise, that God hath made with his People, as Psal. 89.30, 31, 32, 33, 34. If his Children forsake my Law and walk not in my Judgements;
This is a great Privilege, and part of the Covenant, and Promise, that God hath made with his People, as Psalm 89.30, 31, 32, 33, 34. If his Children forsake my Law and walk not in my Judgments;
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let him reprove me, it shall be an excellent Oyl which shall not break my head, Psal. 141.5. 3. The love of God is the most liberal, and bountiful love.
let him reprove me, it shall be an excellent Oil which shall not break my head, Psalm 141.5. 3. The love of God is the most liberal, and bountiful love.
It is said of Abashuerus, he gave gifts becoming his magnificence, so God gives gifts to his People, suitable to his greatness, becoming his Magnificence.
It is said of Abashuerus, he gave Gifts becoming his magnificence, so God gives Gifts to his People, suitable to his greatness, becoming his Magnificence.
Therefore the loving kindness of God is said to be better then life, Psal. 63.3. and it is better then life upon this account, because it lasts longer then life,
Therefore the loving kindness of God is said to be better then life, Psalm 63.3. and it is better then life upon this account, Because it lasts longer then life,
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I say this may silence all those Cavils, and hard thoughts that our corrupt Natures are apt to entertain concerning God, especially in his providential dealings with his People.
I say this may silence all those Cavils, and hard thoughts that our corrupt Nature's Are apt to entertain Concerning God, especially in his providential dealings with his People.
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2. Inference is this, If the love of God be such an eminent priviledge, How dreadful then is their Case that are under the hatred of God? What ever hath been said concerning the love God, the greatest word that can be spoken of, it is the infiniteness thereof, that it is an infinite love; Now the infiniteness of Gods hatred makes that as terrible and dreadful,
2. Inference is this, If the love of God be such an eminent privilege, How dreadful then is their Case that Are under the hatred of God? What ever hath been said Concerning the love God, the greatest word that can be spoken of, it is the infiniteness thereof, that it is an infinite love; Now the infiniteness of God's hatred makes that as terrible and dreadful,
3. Inference is this, Take notice of the folly and madness of those Persons, that can be patient and quiet under the displeasure of God, and can content themselves without seeking reconciliation to him,
3. Inference is this, Take notice of the folly and madness of those Persons, that can be patient and quiet under the displeasure of God, and can content themselves without seeking reconciliation to him,
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Is not this the Case of many? is not this the Cafe of many of us? It would be well for us if we would put this question home to our own Souls, you see nothing can make us miserable but only the want of Gods love;
Is not this the Case of many? is not this the Cafe of many of us? It would be well for us if we would put this question home to our own Souls, you see nothing can make us miserable but only the want of God's love;
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the Apostle thought he had spoke enough in this one word, to bear up their Spirits, against the fear of all those Calamities, which at that time were threatned,
the Apostle Thought he had spoke enough in this one word, to bear up their Spirits, against the Fear of all those Calamities, which At that time were threatened,
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But what shall bear up those who have no share in it? since there is nothing can make us happy but this love of God, there is nothing can make us miscrable but the want of it;
But what shall bear up those who have no share in it? since there is nothing can make us happy but this love of God, there is nothing can make us miscrable but the want of it;
4. Inference, This Doctrine of admirable advantage to the People of God, under their greatest losses; for whatever they may loose they cannot loose their interest in the love of God, not from any excellency in themselves,
4. Inference, This Doctrine of admirable advantage to the People of God, under their greatest losses; for whatever they may lose they cannot lose their Interest in the love of God, not from any excellency in themselves,
SERMON XI. Rom. 8. ult. Neither height, &c. I Shall now go on to the 6. and last Reason of this Doctrine, (That this peculiar Love of God, is such a mercy, that nothing but the want of this can make any of us miserable.
SERMON XI. Rom. 8. ult. Neither height, etc. I Shall now go on to the 6. and last Reason of this Doctrine, (That this peculiar Love of God, is such a mercy, that nothing but the want of this can make any of us miserable.
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Because of the admirable fruits and effects of this love, in the many benefits we receive from thence, it is from the love of God, that we receive every mercy that we enjoy,
Because of the admirable fruits and effects of this love, in the many benefits we receive from thence, it is from the love of God, that we receive every mercy that we enjoy,
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That they are from the love and goodness of God, it's clear, Matth. 5.45. God caused his Sun to shine upon the evil, and on the good, and sendeth rain on the just and on the unjust.
That they Are from the love and Goodness of God, it's clear, Matthew 5.45. God caused his Sun to shine upon the evil, and on the good, and sends rain on the just and on the unjust.
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for as God is the Fountain of all good, so the love of God is the only Motive to incline him to do good to his Creatures; there is nothing in them to move him to do them good,
for as God is the Fountain of all good, so the love of God is the only Motive to incline him to do good to his Creatures; there is nothing in them to move him to do them good,
There is a vast difference between the mercies that God vouchsafeth to his People, and those he vouchsafeth to others, the mercies the People of God enjoy are the special Fruits and benefits of his special love;
There is a vast difference between the Mercies that God vouchsafeth to his People, and those he vouchsafeth to Others, the Mercies the People of God enjoy Are the special Fruits and benefits of his special love;
God answered the defires of the People of Israel; they must have dainties, and be fed with Qualies, but with all he sent leanness into their Souls, they had those sweet dainties, with bitter Sauce.
God answered the Desires of the People of Israel; they must have dainties, and be fed with Qualies, but with all he sent leanness into their Souls, they had those sweet dainties, with bitter Sauce.
The same Cloud that was a light to the Israelites, was darknes to the Aegyptians; The same Ark that was for safety to the Israelites, was for destruction to the Philistines; The same Red Sea that was a Wall of safety to the Israelites, was a Floud to overthrow their Enemies.
The same Cloud that was a Light to the Israelites, was darkness to the egyptians; The same Ark that was for safety to the Israelites, was for destruction to the philistines; The same Read Sea that was a Wall of safety to the Israelites, was a Flood to overthrow their Enemies.
for spiritual ends, and advantages, and so to them they better Mercies. God doth not onely give to them Talents, but hearts to improve them, Titus 1.15. To the pure, all things are pure, &c. Mark;
for spiritual ends, and advantages, and so to them they better mercies. God does not only give to them Talents, but hearts to improve them, Titus 1.15. To the pure, all things Are pure, etc. Mark;
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Sometimes it does so literally, as in the Case of the three Children; God so love them, that he took away the heat of the Fire, that not so much as a Hair of their Heads was singed, or their Garments scorcht:
Sometime it does so literally, as in the Case of the three Children; God so love them, that he took away the heat of the Fire, that not so much as a Hair of their Heads was singed, or their Garments scorched:
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How to some did the love of God make their shame glorious, and their dolorous Afflictions to be delightful? it is said of the Apostles, that they went away from the Counsel rejoycing that they were thought worthy to suffer for the sake of Christ.
How to Some did the love of God make their shame glorious, and their dolorous Afflictions to be delightful? it is said of the Apostles, that they went away from the Counsel rejoicing that they were Thought worthy to suffer for the sake of christ.
4. An other effect of this love of God, is this? it makes us good in our selves, it is the love of God that is the only Fountain of all the grace, that any heart of us here hath had wrought in it.
4. an other Effect of this love of God, is this? it makes us good in our selves, it is the love of God that is the only Fountain of all the grace, that any heart of us Here hath had wrought in it.
but that does carry out the Superstructure of grace, he that is the beginner, the Author, he is the increaser of all good) nay he likewise preserves it; God from his love to his People, takes care to preserve that grace he hath wrought in them.
but that does carry out the Superstructure of grace, he that is the beginner, the Author, he is the increaser of all good) nay he likewise preserves it; God from his love to his People, Takes care to preserve that grace he hath wrought in them.
and the preserving of it, when it is wrought, is as miraculous that grace should be kept alive in us, it is as much as a spark of Fire to be kept alive in a whole Ocean of Water;
and the preserving of it, when it is wrought, is as miraculous that grace should be kept alive in us, it is as much as a spark of Fire to be kept alive in a Whole Ocean of Water;
and assistances, from without the Worlds and the Devils temptations, that grace should yet live, it is the Lords doings and it is marvelous in our Eyes. In the 1 Pet. 1.5.
and assistances, from without the World's and the Devils temptations, that grace should yet live, it is the lords doings and it is marvelous in our Eyes. In the 1 Pet. 1.5.
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grace in us would other wise be but a heavy and dull thing, if God should not by the Gales of his Spirit blow up those Sparks that are in the hearts of his People.
grace in us would other wise be but a heavy and dull thing, if God should not by the Gales of his Spirit blow up those Sparks that Are in the hearts of his People.
Thus I have gone over the Doctrinal part, you see the peculiar love that God bears to all sincere Believers, is a priviledge so vastly great, that those that do partake of this priviledge, nothing can make them miserable.
Thus I have gone over the Doctrinal part, you see the peculiar love that God bears to all sincere Believers, is a privilege so vastly great, that those that do partake of this privilege, nothing can make them miserable.
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Applic. There are only 2. things that I shall speak to by way of Information. 1. If it be so, that the love of God is enough to Counterballance, ballance, to Counterpoyse, all the Calamities that this life is capable off; Then this may inform us:
Application There Are only 2. things that I shall speak to by Way of Information. 1. If it be so, that the love of God is enough to Counterbalance, balance, to Counterpoise, all the Calamities that this life is capable off; Then this may inform us:
The God is an universal good, I think I need not stand to clear, that hath been cleared by the Heathen: Therefore the names that many of the antient Phylosophers gave God was, that he is a God of truth and he is an universal good, and as God is so in himself, so his love makes him thus to u••. He is all good, in the want of all outward good;
The God is an universal good, I think I need not stand to clear, that hath been cleared by the Heathen: Therefore the names that many of the ancient Philosophers gave God was, that he is a God of truth and he is an universal good, and as God is so in himself, so his love makes him thus to u••. He is all good, in the want of all outward good;
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and how vast, and unlimited so ever our desires may be, yet there is enough in God, to fill every corner of our hearts, Psal. 81.10. Open thy mouth wide, and I will fill it.
and how vast, and unlimited so ever our Desires may be, yet there is enough in God, to fill every corner of our hearts, Psalm 81.10. Open thy Mouth wide, and I will fill it.
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Do but look upon those demensions (concerning the love of God in Christ Jesus) mentioned in the Eph. 3.18.19. It is a love that passeth knowledge, indeed there is a seeming contradition in the words.
Do but look upon those dimensions (Concerning the love of God in christ jesus) mentioned in the Ephesians 3.18.19. It is a love that passes knowledge, indeed there is a seeming contradition in the words.
We may know that experimentally; that can never known Comprehensively. There is height, and depth, and length, and breadth, and all these beyond all kind of Measure;
We may know that experimentally; that can never known Comprehensively. There is height, and depth, and length, and breadth, and all these beyond all kind of Measure;
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and therefore the most experience Christians, when they have spoken of the love of God, instead of expressions, have made use of Admirations, 1 Joh. 3.1. Behold what manner of love that Father hath bestowed is pon us, that we should be called the Sons of God;
and Therefore the most experience Christians, when they have spoken of the love of God, instead of expressions, have made use of Admirations, 1 John 3.1. Behold what manner of love that Father hath bestowed is pon us, that we should be called the Sons of God;
we have those comforts, when they are removed, though not formally, yet equivalently: or else how can those seeming Contradictions be rechnicled? Psal. 68.5. where God hath promised to be a Father to the Fatherless, and a Husband to the Widdow.
we have those comforts, when they Are removed, though not formally, yet equivalently: or Else how can those seeming Contradictions be rechnicled? Psalm 68.5. where God hath promised to be a Father to the Fatherless, and a Husband to the Widow.
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Now as God in the ordinary course of Providence, refresheth his People by these helps; so he can without these helps, refresh his People immediately by himself.
Now as God in the ordinary course of Providence, refresheth his People by these helps; so he can without these helps, refresh his People immediately by himself.
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That is the first, out Creature comforts are Scant; they will serve in some Cases but not in all: but the love of God is of that universal extent, that it reacheth every Case.
That is the First, out Creature comforts Are Scant; they will serve in Some Cases but not in all: but the love of God is of that universal extent, that it reaches every Case.
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and the Flower fadeth but the word of the Lord endures for ever: So we may say of all our Earthly enjoyments. Psal. 119.96. I have seen an end of all perfections.
and the Flower fades but the word of the Lord endures for ever: So we may say of all our Earthly enjoyments. Psalm 119.96. I have seen an end of all perfections.
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But thy Commandments (the comforts and priviledges built upon the Word of God) these are exceeding broad. Alas, as to all our Creature enjoyments in this world, we are in a double capacity of loosing the possession of them.
But thy commandments (the comforts and privileges built upon the Word of God) these Are exceeding broad. Alas, as to all our Creature enjoyments in this world, we Are in a double capacity of losing the possession of them.
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Everlastingness being added to any thing it puts an infinite value upon it. Therefore the Joyes of Heaven are so transcendently glorious because they are everlasting.
Everlastingness being added to any thing it puts an infinite valve upon it. Therefore the Joys of Heaven Are so transcendently glorious Because they Are everlasting.
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and Heaven it self would be no longer Heaven to the People of God, as the Apostle speaks, 1 Cor. 15.19. concerning the discoveries of Heaven, the Prophecies of an other world, and the priviledges of the Godspel, say, he, If we had hope in Christ in this world only, we were of all persons the most miserable.
and Heaven it self would be no longer Heaven to the People of God, as the Apostle speaks, 1 Cor. 15.19. Concerning the discoveries of Heaven, the Prophecies of an other world, and the privileges of the Godspel, say, he, If we had hope in christ in this world only, we were of all Persons the most miserable.
and to be kept out of these enjoyments, these frustrations times beyond what the disappointments, that carnal worldlings would meet with in their disappointmets.
and to be kept out of these enjoyments, these frustrations times beyond what the disappointments, that carnal worldlings would meet with in their disappointmets.
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because that was a mutable State: Man was left to the freedom of his will; he had power to stand, and ability to resist, all oppositions, and temptations;
Because that was a mutable State: Man was left to the freedom of his will; he had power to stand, and ability to resist, all oppositions, and temptations;
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But our estate of Recovery, is another kind of Estate; (as to our security in it) because it depends upon Jesus Christ. (as I shall shew when I come to speak of that part of the Text) The love of God is a fixt love,
But our estate of Recovery, is Another kind of Estate; (as to our security in it) Because it depends upon jesus christ. (as I shall show when I come to speak of that part of the Text) The love of God is a fixed love,
nay ten thosand times more then all. You may judge what a refreshing it was to the Prophet Daniel, Dan. 9.23. At the beginning of thy Supplications the Commandment came forth, and I am come to shew thee; for thou art greatly beloved;
nay ten thosand times more then all. You may judge what a refreshing it was to the Prophet daniel, Dan. 9.23. At the beginning of thy Supplications the Commandment Come forth, and I am come to show thee; for thou art greatly Beloved;
O Daniel greatly beloved! what greater word could be spoken then this? A man greatly beloved of the great God, Psal. 144.15. Happy is the People that is in such a case, yea happy is that People whose God is the Lord.
O daniel greatly Beloved! what greater word could be spoken then this? A man greatly Beloved of the great God, Psalm 144.15. Happy is the People that is in such a case, yea happy is that People whose God is the Lord.
Though we be under reproaches as St. Pauls was, yet he be being clear in his Conscience towards God, that he had a Conscience void of offence both towards God and towards man, he trampled on those Reproaches:
Though we be under Reproaches as Saint Paul's was, yet he be being clear in his Conscience towards God, that he had a Conscience void of offence both towards God and towards man, he trampled on those Reproaches:
If our condition be want, what can he want, who hath an interest in him, in whom is infinite fulness? If our condition be Sufferings, what suffering can be harsh to them that have the presence and love of God to sweeten them? Here is our strength and comfort indeed,
If our condition be want, what can he want, who hath an Interest in him, in whom is infinite fullness? If our condition be Sufferings, what suffering can be harsh to them that have the presence and love of God to sweeten them? Here is our strength and Comfort indeed,
but if God with hold his love, or suspend the manifestation of it, where are we? Death it self which is the King of Terrors is no terrour to us if we have but the love of God;
but if God with hold his love, or suspend the manifestation of it, where Are we? Death it self which is the King of Terrors is no terror to us if we have but the love of God;
there is enough in that to turn the dark Valley of the shadow of death, into a pleasant entry into everlasting glory, Psal. 23.4. Though I walk through the Valley of the the shadow of death, I will fear no evil:
there is enough in that to turn the dark Valley of the shadow of death, into a pleasant entry into everlasting glory, Psalm 23.4. Though I walk through the Valley of the the shadow of death, I will Fear no evil:
If thou hast any spark of love to God, to his truth, to his ways, to his ordinances, to his People, all these are as so many Fruits of his love to thee.
If thou hast any spark of love to God, to his truth, to his ways, to his ordinances, to his People, all these Are as so many Fruits of his love to thee.
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as the love of God to us is. I shall therefore turn you to one place of Scripture, Joh. 14.21. He that hath my Comandments and keepeth them, he it is that loveth me:
as the love of God to us is. I shall Therefore turn you to one place of Scripture, John 14.21. He that hath my commandments and Keepeth them, he it is that loves me:
Now consider what love do you find in your hearts towards God, his truth and his ways, &c. and from hence you may reasonably conclude his love to you.
Now Consider what love do you find in your hearts towards God, his truth and his ways, etc. and from hence you may reasonably conclude his love to you.
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What? have you received those Mercies from God that are the infallible Pledges of his peculiar love? there are no kind of outward Mercies, almost but God may and does sometimes bestow those things in anger;
What? have you received those mercies from God that Are the infallible Pledges of his peculiar love? there Are no kind of outward mercies, almost but God may and does sometime bestow those things in anger;
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God answered the People of Israel, in many of their rash requests in anger, he gave them quailes in anger, &c. Again, these outward Mercies at best, (if they do not come in anger) are but Fruits of Gods common bounty.
God answered the People of Israel, in many of their rash requests in anger, he gave them quails in anger, etc. Again, these outward mercies At best, (if they do not come in anger) Are but Fruits of God's Common bounty.
But now what Mercies do you parta••e of, which are infallible Pledges of his special love? there are such Mercies, there are indeed some Mercies that may be called in a 〈 … 〉 g•••shing Mercies, in respect of their 〈 ◊ 〉 and conducen•• •o bring us to partake •of 〈 ◊ 〉 Mercies indeed,
But now what mercies do you parta••e of, which Are infallible Pledges of his special love? there Are such mercies, there Are indeed Some mercies that may be called in a 〈 … 〉 g•••shing mercies, in respect of their 〈 ◊ 〉 and conducen•• •o bring us to partake •of 〈 ◊ 〉 mercies indeed,
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This sadly appears, for alas how many are there that live under the Gospel, and yet are so far from reaping that salvation which the Gospel brings, that it only heightens their misery and condemnation? How many woes did our Saviour denounce against those Cities, that enjoyed the Gospel in so great a plenty,
This sadly appears, for alas how many Are there that live under the Gospel, and yet Are so Far from reaping that salvation which the Gospel brings, that it only heightens their misery and condemnation? How many woes did our Saviour denounce against those Cities, that enjoyed the Gospel in so great a plenty,
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Now what convincing Operations have you found upon your hearts, in the first workings of the Spirit of God? though his work be to comfort, yet it begins in Convictions.
Now what convincing Operations have you found upon your hearts, in the First workings of the Spirit of God? though his work be to Comfort, yet it begins in Convictions.
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Do you partake of the graces of Gods Spirit? the inlightning, the quickening, the renewing, the sanctifying graces thereof? Do you find your hearts, to be warmly affected with the things of God,
Do you partake of the graces of God's Spirit? the enlightening, the quickening, the renewing, the sanctifying graces thereof? Do you find your hearts, to be warmly affected with the things of God,
but hath he taught you to profit by those means, and to entertain them in their efficacy, plainness and power? Does God please not to let you alone in your sins? For God to leave us to be peaceable & quiet, in our sins, is a very sore Judgement.
but hath he taught you to profit by those means, and to entertain them in their efficacy, plainness and power? Does God please not to let you alone in your Sins? For God to leave us to be peaceable & quiet, in our Sins, is a very soar Judgement.
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Lastly, do you still find upon every relapse and failing, your hearts deeply sensible thereof, and affected therewith? then may you comfortably say, these are the distinguishing Mercies indeed,
Lastly, do you still find upon every relapse and failing, your hearts deeply sensible thereof, and affected therewith? then may you comfortably say, these Are the distinguishing mercies indeed,
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3. What are the secret workings of your hearts towards God? what are your designs? your thoughts? your endeavours ingaged upon? is it to pursue the World? is it to stop every Door, at which danger and trouble may enter? or is it to approve your hearts to God,
3. What Are the secret workings of your hearts towards God? what Are your designs? your thoughts? your endeavours engaged upon? is it to pursue the World? is it to stop every Door, At which danger and trouble may enter? or is it to approve your hearts to God,
and to mind your duty, and in a way of well doing, to commit your selves to him? is this your care? this you may know by the secret workings of your Hearts,
and to mind your duty, and in a Way of well doing, to commit your selves to him? is this your care? this you may know by the secret workings of your Hearts,
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4. What is the measure by which you measure and pass a Judgement upon all kinds of Objects? Do those things seem most hateful to you, that are loathsome to God? and you most careful to shun that, which may hinder you from attaining this love of God,
4. What is the measure by which you measure and pass a Judgement upon all Kinds of Objects? Do those things seem most hateful to you, that Are loathsome to God? and you most careful to shun that, which may hinder you from attaining this love of God,
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Let Gods love thaw your Icy hearts, and cause them to melt and flow into every duty, Joh. 15.14. Ye are my Friends if ye do whatsoever I command you.
Let God's love thaw your Icy hearts, and cause them to melt and flow into every duty, John 15.14. You Are my Friends if you do whatsoever I command you.
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yet all these duties are of so high an advantage, that an intelligent person, (if there was nothing of command in them) yet would think there is enough in their own excellency, to engage us in the performance of them.
yet all these duties Are of so high an advantage, that an intelligent person, (if there was nothing of command in them) yet would think there is enough in their own excellency, to engage us in the performance of them.
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You that love the Lord hate evil, Psal. 97.10. The love of God (the Apostle saith) constrains us, 2 Cor. 5. The love of God to us and the love we have to him, it lays a holy necessity upon us;
You that love the Lord hate evil, Psalm 97.10. The love of God (the Apostle Says) constrains us, 2 Cor. 5. The love of God to us and the love we have to him, it lays a holy necessity upon us;
I charge you saith the Spouse that you wake not my Love till he please, Cant. 2.7. She was careful that he should not be dishonoured by others, how much more not to be so by her self.
I charge you Says the Spouse that you wake not my Love till he please, Cant 2.7. She was careful that he should not be dishonoured by Others, how much more not to be so by her self.
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but all his ways are Righteousness and Judgement, Psal. 97.2. Manifest your love by a patient submission to all the dispensations of God, and by a good construction of all his Providences.
but all his ways Are Righteousness and Judgement, Psalm 97.2. Manifest your love by a patient submission to all the dispensations of God, and by a good construction of all his Providences.
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The Apostles rejoyced that they suffered reproach and dishonour in the Cause of Christ, Acts 5.41. 5. Manifest your love to God, in labouring to bring others to partake of the love of God.
The Apostles rejoiced that they suffered reproach and dishonour in the Cause of christ, Acts 5.41. 5. Manifest your love to God, in labouring to bring Others to partake of the love of God.
You that see some ground in your selves, to hope that you have an interest in the love of God, be actively diligent to help others what you can, to get an interest in this love;
You that see Some ground in your selves, to hope that you have an Interest in the love of God, be actively diligent to help Others what you can, to get an Interest in this love;
Peter lovest thou me? Feed my Sheep, Joh. 21.16, 17. you know how our Saviour repeated it three times, to shew that he would take this very well at his hands.
Peter Lovest thou me? Feed my Sheep, John 21.16, 17. you know how our Saviour repeated it three times, to show that he would take this very well At his hands.
Be therefore often Communing with your own hearts, and looking into your own Souls, and consider your ways, &c. how matters stand between God and you.
Be Therefore often Communing with your own hearts, and looking into your own Souls, and Consider your ways, etc. how matters stand between God and you.
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So do you give all diligence, that you may attain reconciliation to God, and an interest in this great priviledge, that you have heard of this day, of the love of God.
So do you give all diligence, that you may attain reconciliation to God, and an Interest in this great privilege, that you have herd of this day, of the love of God.
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an inestimable support to his People, in all their distresses, that those who have once been made Partakers of this love, can by nothing be deprived or dispossessed of it.
an inestimable support to his People, in all their Distresses, that those who have once been made Partakers of this love, can by nothing be deprived or dispossessed of it.
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HEre is a large Enumeration of particulars, death cannot do it, though it can separate from all things here in this World, life cannot do it, the troubles of life, nor the comforts of life.
Here is a large Enumeration of particulars, death cannot do it, though it can separate from all things Here in this World, life cannot do it, the Troubles of life, nor the comforts of life.
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The rich man that now prides himself in the multitude of his riches, in the greatness of his Treasures, in the largness of his incomes cannot rationally but think (if he does not, he does but delude himself) that he cannot carry his riches with him into the other World, to bribe the Flames of Gods wrath, to corrupt the Executioner of Gods Vengeance.
The rich man that now prides himself in the multitude of his riches, in the greatness of his Treasures, in the largeness of his incomes cannot rationally but think (if he does not, he does but delude himself) that he cannot carry his riches with him into the other World, to bribe the Flames of God's wrath, to corrupt the Executioner of God's Vengeance.
He came into the World without, and he must leave all these things behind him, when he goes out again, Job. 1.21. In the 12 of Luke you read of that Gospel Fool, when he began to applaud himself in his condition, saying Soul thou hast Goods laid up for many years;
He Come into the World without, and he must leave all these things behind him, when he Goes out again, Job. 1.21. In the 12 of Lycia you read of that Gospel Fool, when he began to applaud himself in his condition, saying Soul thou hast Goods laid up for many Years;
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and Friend, and Friend, ( there is a Friend that is nearer then a Brother, saith Solomon, ) there must be separation from these, there must be, there cannot but be so.
and Friend, and Friend, (there is a Friend that is nearer then a Brother, Says Solomon,) there must be separation from these, there must be, there cannot but be so.
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1. We must distinguish between the common love of God, which manifests it self onely in common Mercies, in preserving us and providing for us these outward things;
1. We must distinguish between the Common love of God, which manifests it self only in Common mercies, in preserving us and providing for us these outward things;
and therefore when Samuel tells him how God, 1 Sam. 9.21. had chosen him to be the head of his People, Saul answered and said am not I a Benjamite of the smallest of the Tribes of Israel? and my Family the least of all the Families of the Tribes of Benjamin? Wherefore then speakest thou so to me? he thought this was too much kindness, to be shewed to such a mean and unworthy person as he was.
and Therefore when Samuel tells him how God, 1 Sam. 9.21. had chosen him to be the head of his People, Saul answered and said am not I a Benjamite of the Smallest of the Tribes of Israel? and my Family the least of all the Families of the Tribes of Benjamin? Wherefore then Speakest thou so to me? he Thought this was too much kindness, to be showed to such a mean and unworthy person as he was.
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He first rejected God; and then God rejected him, 1 Joh. 15.23. when Samuel expostulated with Saul, and told him, he had not executed the Commission he had received from the Lord, he had not destroyed all the Amalekites, according to the Commandments of God;
He First rejected God; and then God rejected him, 1 John 15.23. when Samuel expostulated with Saul, and told him, he had not executed the Commission he had received from the Lord, he had not destroyed all the Amalekites, according to the commandments of God;
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he pleased himself with a fine excuse, the People took of the cheif of the things to Sacrifice to the Lord, 1 Sam. 15.22, 23. Saith Samuel; hath the Lord as great delight in burnt Offerings and Sacrifices,
he pleased himself with a fine excuse, the People took of the chief of the things to Sacrifice to the Lord, 1 Sam. 15.22, 23. Says Samuel; hath the Lord as great delight in burned Offerings and Sacrifices,
and put them to a non plus. Why do do the wicked prosper? what expostulations do we find, not only in David, but in many other holy men in Scripture? in this Case, God may be bountiful to all men,
and put them to a non plus. Why do do the wicked prosper? what expostulations do we find, not only in David, but in many other holy men in Scripture? in this Case, God may be bountiful to all men,
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in those Gifts and Graces, that are without Repentance, Rom. 11.29. 2. We must distinguish between the peculiar love of God in it self, and the appearance and evidence of it to our apprehension.
in those Gifts and Graces, that Are without Repentance, Rom. 11.29. 2. We must distinguish between the peculiar love of God in it self, and the appearance and evidence of it to our apprehension.
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nay God is said to marry her, Hosea 2. yet you see the Church complains. And Zion said the Lord hath forsaken me, and my Lord hoth forgotten me. Not only forsaken, but forgotten;
nay God is said to marry her, Hosea 2. yet you see the Church complains. And Zion said the Lord hath forsaken me, and my Lord hoth forgotten me. Not only forsaken, but forgotten;
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and that he then loves us when he seems to have taken off his love from us, Psal. 77.7, 8. Will the Lord cast off for ever? and will he be favour able no more? is his mercy clean gone for ever? doth his promise fail for ever more? hath God forgotten to be gracious? hath he in anger shut up his tender Mercies, Selah.
and that he then loves us when he seems to have taken off his love from us, Psalm 77.7, 8. Will the Lord cast off for ever? and will he be favour able no more? is his mercy clean gone for ever? does his promise fail for ever more? hath God forgotten to be gracious? hath he in anger shut up his tender mercies, Selac.
she looked on her self and Child as hopeless, till the Angel opened her Eyes to see the Well, Gen. 21.16. And she went and sate her down over against him a good way off, as it were a Bow shot:
she looked on her self and Child as hopeless, till the Angel opened her Eyes to see the Well, Gen. 21.16. And she went and sat her down over against him a good Way off, as it were a Bow shot:
and the Angel of God called to Hagar out of Heaven, and said unto Her, what aileth thee Hagar? fear not; for God bath heard the voice of the Lad where he is, 19. verse God opened her Eyes, and she saw a Wall of Water:
and the Angel of God called to Hagar out of Heaven, and said unto Her, what aileth thee Hagar? Fear not; for God bath herd the voice of the Lad where he is, 19. verse God opened her Eyes, and she saw a Wall of Water:
How ever the love of God is constant, though to our sense and apprehension, it may many times be over clouded and dark, in Isa. 50.10. you read of Children of light walking in the darkness, those to whom comfort was their right and priviledge;
How ever the love of God is constant, though to our sense and apprehension, it may many times be over clouded and dark, in Isaiah 50.10. you read of Children of Light walking in the darkness, those to whom Comfort was their right and privilege;
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there may be some little intermission, though there is no total cessation; that canot be: God hath promised, Heb. 13.5. I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.
there may be Some little intermission, though there is no total cessation; that canot be: God hath promised, Hebrew 13.5. I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.
1. God may withdraw the manifestation of his love in Temporal blessings, when he doth not in Spiritual. We are apt to judge of Gods love to us by these outward comforts,
1. God may withdraw the manifestation of his love in Temporal blessings, when he does not in Spiritual. We Are apt to judge of God's love to us by these outward comforts,
God may withdraw the manifestation of his love as to Temporals: But as God may bestow temporal mercies in anger, so he may remove these favours. For example:
God may withdraw the manifestation of his love as to Temporals: But as God may bestow temporal Mercies in anger, so he may remove these favours. For Exampl:
when the People of Israel were so nice and dainty, that they must be fed with Curiosities, God answered their desires, Psal. 106.15. but with all he sent leaness into their Souls.
when the People of Israel were so Nicaenae and dainty, that they must be fed with Curiosities, God answered their Desires, Psalm 106.15. but with all he sent leaness into their Souls.
2. God may suspend the manifestation of his love in spiritual Comforts, when he doth not suspend his love in spiritual Graces. This is a higher degree. For Example:
2. God may suspend the manifestation of his love in spiritual Comforts, when he does not suspend his love in spiritual Graces. This is a higher degree. For Exampl:
but in these graces that concern their well being. Gods People may be safe when they are not in such a chearful and flourishing condition. For example:
but in these graces that concern their well being. God's People may be safe when they Are not in such a cheerful and flourishing condition. For Exampl:
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God may leave his People so far, as thattheir Faith (to wit of evidence) may be in the dark, their hope may be over-clonded, their joy may be eclipsed;
God may leave his People so Far, as thattheir Faith (to wit of evidence) may be in the dark, their hope may be over-clonded, their joy may be eclipsed;
But as to their other graces that concern their safety, as humility, and dependance on God and some actings of Faith, these God keeps alive all this while.
But as to their other graces that concern their safety, as humility, and dependence on God and Some actings of Faith, these God keeps alive all this while.
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but by Gods withdrawing, the gradual withdrawings of God as to his manifestations of his love in Spiritual blessings, God many times, does it, that they may not withdraw from him:
but by God's withdrawing, the gradual withdrawings of God as to his manifestations of his love in Spiritual blessings, God many times, does it, that they may not withdraw from him:
as to the distinguishing love of God here spoken of, and the reallity of this love is, that though God doth not in the same height and degree manifest himself in his love to his People;
as to the distinguishing love of God Here spoken of, and the reality of this love is, that though God does not in the same height and degree manifest himself in his love to his People;
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then he hath been to others, and therefore the Apostle thus expostulates, 1 Cor. 4.7. Who maketh thee to differ, &c. What hast thou that thou didst not receive?
then he hath been to Others, and Therefore the Apostle thus expostulates, 1 Cor. 4.7. Who makes thee to differ, etc. What hast thou that thou didst not receive?
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But you find all along in Scripture, that it is the good will and pleasure of God, to which all his love to us is ascribed, Luke 12.32. Fear not little Flok, for it is your Fathers good pleasure to you give the Kingdom.
But you find all along in Scripture, that it is the good will and pleasure of God, to which all his love to us is ascribed, Lycia 12.32. fear not little Flok, for it is your Father's good pleasure to you give the Kingdom.
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It is Gods good pleasure, its not you have deserv'd it, but he hath shewn you his goodness in being thus bountiful unto you, in bestowing it upon you.
It is God's good pleasure, its not you have deserved it, but he hath shown you his Goodness in being thus bountiful unto you, in bestowing it upon you.
So you have it very frequently repeated Eph. 1.7. In whom we have Redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of his grace.
So you have it very frequently repeated Ephesians 1.7. In whom we have Redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of Sins, according to the riches of his grace.
because it hath no other Foundation, nor Fountain, but his own goodness; his goodness is an everlasting goodness, and therefore his love must be an everlasting love.
Because it hath no other Foundation, nor Fountain, but his own Goodness; his Goodness is an everlasting Goodness, and Therefore his love must be an everlasting love.
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2. Arg. The Faithfulness of Gods promises. God hath promised this, mark this is the sum of all Gods promises, herein consists the excellency of the Covenant of grace;
2. Argument The Faithfulness of God's promises. God hath promised this, mark this is the sum of all God's promises, herein consists the excellency of the Covenant of grace;
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it carries everlastingness and in disoluableness in it. I will turn you to one or two places, Jer. 13.3. The Lord hath appeared to me of old, saying, I have loved thee with everlafling love:
it carries everlastingness and in disoluableness in it. I will turn you to one or two places, Jer. 13.3. The Lord hath appeared to me of old, saying, I have loved thee with everlafling love:
Therefore with loving kindness have I drawn thee. Its called there an everlasting love, and you find it promised likewise Jer. 32.38. And they shall be my People and I will be their God, ver. 40. And I will make an everlasting Covenant with them, that I will not turn away from them to dothem good.
Therefore with loving kindness have I drawn thee. Its called there an everlasting love, and you find it promised likewise Jer. 32.38. And they shall be my People and I will be their God, ver. 40. And I will make an everlasting Covenant with them, that I will not turn away from them to dothem good.
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Now this Election is an intention in God, for the glorifying the riches of his grace in some persons, Eph. 1.5, 6, 7. the Apostle speaks with that limitation:
Now this Election is an intention in God, for the glorifying the riches of his grace in Some Persons, Ephesians 1.5, 6, 7. the Apostle speaks with that limitation:
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So that there is a particular defignation of these persons to partake of this salvation, 2 Tim. 2.19. Nevertheless the foundation of God standeth sure, having this Seal, the Lord knoweth those that are his.
So that there is a particular defignation of these Persons to partake of this salvation, 2 Tim. 2.19. Nevertheless the Foundation of God Stands sure, having this Seal, the Lord Knoweth those that Are his.
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and assaulted, and mee• with sore buffettings; yet he will not let them be tempted above what they are able. 1 Cor. 1.13. and when they are the forest beset with difficulties, and under the greatest fears, and sad thoughts;
and assaulted, and mee• with soar buffetings; yet he will not let them be tempted above what they Are able. 1 Cor. 1.13. and when they Are the forest beset with difficulties, and under the greatest fears, and sad thoughts;
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His grace is omnipotent grace, and therefore it is that our Saviour comforts his Disciples. with this consideration. Joh. 10.29. My Father is greater then all, and none can pluck you out of his hands.
His grace is omnipotent grace, and Therefore it is that our Saviour comforts his Disciples. with this consideration. John 10.29. My Father is greater then all, and none can pluck you out of his hands.
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He hath given them his word; he tells them whom he loves he loves to the end, Joh. 13.1: he hath told them, I well never leave you nor forsake you, Heb. 13.5.
He hath given them his word; he tells them whom he loves he loves to the end, John 13.1: he hath told them, I well never leave you nor forsake you, Hebrew 13.5.
Nay he hath given them not only his word but his promise, which is more than a solemn word, Jer 32.40. And I will make an everlasting Covenant with them, that I will not turn away from then to do them good.
Nay he hath given them not only his word but his promise, which is more than a solemn word, Jer 32.40. And I will make an everlasting Covenant with them, that I will not turn away from then to do them good.
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There is no everlastingness, no fixation, no stability, in any thing, but in God only. I have seen an end of all perfection, but thy Commandments are exceeding broad.
There is no everlastingness, no fixation, no stability, in any thing, but in God only. I have seen an end of all perfection, but thy commandments Are exceeding broad.
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we say as they did, depart from us, for we desire not the knowledge of thy love, Job 21.14. 2. It may inform us how such Discourses as this is, may cause our hearts to burn within us;
we say as they did, depart from us, for we desire not the knowledge of thy love, Job 21.14. 2. It may inform us how such Discourses as this is, may cause our hearts to burn within us;
and said How did our hearts burn within us whilst he spake unto us? that God should love such as we are? and that with an everlasting love? and so as that nothing should be able to take off his love from us? not our sins, not our provocations? this is a wonder.
and said How did our hearts burn within us while he spoke unto us? that God should love such as we Are? and that with an everlasting love? and so as that nothing should be able to take off his love from us? not our Sins, not our provocations? this is a wonder.
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It is this alone that can bear up our Spirits while we live; and comfort our hearts when we dye, and it will go with us after death, and beyond the Grave.
It is this alone that can bear up our Spirits while we live; and Comfort our hearts when we die, and it will go with us After death, and beyond the Grave.
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And are you unwilling to accept it? Oh! It is a faithful saying and worthy of all acceptation. Do not stand off longer; make no terms; raise no objections;
And Are you unwilling to accept it? Oh! It is a faithful saying and worthy of all acceptation. Do not stand off longer; make no terms; raise no objections;
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upon Creatures that are so much below him, and upon sinful Creatures, that so much provokt him, what cause of thankfulness have we, that do partake of this love? but be careful, that you are upon a sure Foundation.
upon Creatures that Are so much below him, and upon sinful Creatures, that so much provoked him, what cause of thankfulness have we, that do partake of this love? but be careful, that you Are upon a sure Foundation.
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and because his People of Israel would not serve him with chearfulness in the enjoyment of all things, therefore he gave them up to serve their Enemies in nakedness,
and Because his People of Israel would not serve him with cheerfulness in the enjoyment of all things, Therefore he gave them up to serve their Enemies in nakedness,
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Doct. 4. The principal Groun, and assurance which we have of the stabiltiy, and certainty of the love of God, to his People, is because it is in and through Christ.
Doct. 4. The principal Groun, and assurance which we have of the stabiltiy, and certainty of the love of God, to his People, is Because it is in and through christ.
and yet we find, it was so much the folly of the People of Israel, that they were ready to attribute all the Kindness of God, to something or other in themslves,
and yet we find, it was so much the folly of the People of Israel, that they were ready to attribute all the Kindness of God, to something or other in themslves,
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Besides, they were apt to think, that there was something in them that might incline God to this kindness, no says God in Deut. 7,7, 8. The Lord did not set his love upon you,
Beside, they were apt to think, that there was something in them that might incline God to this kindness, no Says God in Deuteronomy 7,7, 8. The Lord did not Set his love upon you,
Thereofe say unto the House of Israel, thus saith the Lord God, when he promised great Mercies to them, I do not this for your sakes, oh House of Israel, but for my Holy Names sake, &c. The kindnessess that God speaks of there, are highly great, and yet not any of them were upon the account of any thing in them.
Thereof say unto the House of Israel, thus Says the Lord God, when he promised great mercies to them, I do not this for your sakes, o House of Israel, but for my Holy Names sake, etc. The kindnessess that God speaks of there, Are highly great, and yet not any of them were upon the account of any thing in them.
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yet as the consummating Cause to accomplish, is abundantly evident through the Scripture, we are elected in him, that is, that he should perfect this blessed and gracious decree of God upon us, Eph. 3.11. According to the Eternal purpose which he purposed in Christ Jesus our Lord.
yet as the consummating Cause to accomplish, is abundantly evident through the Scripture, we Are elected in him, that is, that he should perfect this blessed and gracious Decree of God upon us, Ephesians 3.11. According to the Eternal purpose which he purposed in christ jesus our Lord.
2. The love of Conversion, is in, and through Christ, Eph. 2.10. We are his Workmanship created in Christ Jesus unto good works, &c. And though God is the sufficient Cause, of all the grace we partake of;
2. The love of Conversion, is in, and through christ, Ephesians 2.10. We Are his Workmanship created in christ jesus unto good works, etc. And though God is the sufficient Cause, of all the grace we partake of;
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it is God alone that bestows grace, and it is for the sake of Christ alone that he doth bestow it; compare those two places. James 1.17. you read that God is the Father of Lights.
it is God alone that bestows grace, and it is for the sake of christ alone that he does bestow it; compare those two places. James 1.17. you read that God is the Father of Lights.
Now as God onely can forgive sin, so it is onely for the sake of his Son that he doth forgive it, Eph. 4.32. Even as God for Christs sake hath forgiven you.
Now as God only can forgive since, so it is only for the sake of his Son that he does forgive it, Ephesians 4.32. Even as God for Christ sake hath forgiven you.
& make this your pattern which is the highest pattern that ever was, or can be, Col. 1.14. In whom we have Redemption through his Blood even the forgiveness of sins.
& make this your pattern which is the highest pattern that ever was, or can be, Col. 1.14. In whom we have Redemption through his Blood even the forgiveness of Sins.
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and therefore you read that Doxology, Eph. 1.3. Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath blessed us with all Spiritual blessings in Christ.
and Therefore you read that Doxology, Ephesians 1.3. Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord jesus christ, who hath blessed us with all Spiritual blessings in christ.
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First, Because God neither can, nor does love us as we are in our selves, Matt. 3.17. And loe a Voyce from Heaven, saying this is my beloved Son in whom I am well pleased.
First, Because God neither can, nor does love us as we Are in our selves, Matt. 3.17. And lo a Voice from Heaven, saying this is my Beloved Son in whom I am well pleased.
so that love that God hath to Jesus Christ, descends to all his inferiour Members, John 17.23, 26. I in them and they in me, that they may be made perfect in one, &c. These are high Expressions, and such as exceed the capacity of all mortal men, that God should love us with the same love, wherewith he loved his Son;
so that love that God hath to jesus christ, descends to all his inferior Members, John 17.23, 26. I in them and they in me, that they may be made perfect in one, etc. These Are high Expressions, and such as exceed the capacity of all Mortal men, that God should love us with the same love, wherewith he loved his Son;
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for his sake, with the same kind of love, though not with the some degree of love, Eph. 1.6. We are accepted in the Beloved, if God accepts of us, or smiles upon us, it is in and through Christ, Eph. 1.5, 6. Having predestinated us to the adoption of Children by Jesus Christ to himself according to the good pleasure of his Will.
for his sake, with the same kind of love, though not with the Some degree of love, Ephesians 1.6. We Are accepted in the beloved, if God accepts of us, or smiles upon us, it is in and through christ, Ephesians 1.5, 6. Having predestinated us to the adoption of Children by jesus christ to himself according to the good pleasure of his Will.
though we are unrighteous, but yet if we be in Christ he accounts us righteous, 2 Cor. 5. Ʋlt. He hath made him sin for us who knew no sin, that we might be the Righteousness of God in him.
though we Are unrighteous, but yet if we be in christ he accounts us righteous, 2 Cor. 5. Ʋlt. He hath made him since for us who knew no since, that we might be the Righteousness of God in him.
But where the force of this Argument lyeth, shall be discovered in these Particulars. First, Because all that are Christs are made conformable to him, God loves his Son,
But where the force of this Argument lies, shall be discovered in these Particulars. First, Because all that Are Christ Are made conformable to him, God loves his Son,
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Now all that belong to Christ, have the Image of Christ upon them, and they partake of the same Spirit, 2 Corinth. 1.21. He that is joyned to the Lord is one Spirit.
Now all that belong to christ, have the Image of christ upon them, and they partake of the same Spirit, 2 Corinth. 1.21. He that is joined to the Lord is one Spirit.
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that is a high expression that you have, in Eph. 1. 23. they are said to be the fulness of Christ, the fulness of him that filleth all in all. They are his body;
that is a high expression that you have, in Ephesians 1. 23. they Are said to be the fullness of christ, the fullness of him that fills all in all. They Are his body;
as they are gathered in, so the body of Christ grows more compleat, and full. Thirdly, Because of Christs ingaging on their behalf, as their Mediatour, and surety;
as they Are gathered in, so the body of christ grows more complete, and full. Thirdly, Because of Christ engaging on their behalf, as their Mediator, and surety;
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he was willing to leave all, and to undergo all upon no other account but this, (not that he should be a gainer by you when he had finished his course) in John 17.5.
he was willing to leave all, and to undergo all upon no other account but this, (not that he should be a gainer by you when he had finished his course) in John 17.5.
now that God that can do all things, who cannot lye, nor do any thing unbecoming his own Excellency, is a sure evidence of the stability of his love to Believers, this being his condition with Christ in the Covenant of Redemption.
now that God that can do all things, who cannot lie, nor do any thing unbecoming his own Excellency, is a sure evidence of the stability of his love to Believers, this being his condition with christ in the Covenant of Redemption.
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and happiness that they are capable of. Fithly, Because of the constancy of Christs Intercession; he did not onely purchase all blessings when he was upon Earth;
and happiness that they Are capable of. Filthy, Because of the constancy of Christ Intercession; he did not only purchase all blessings when he was upon Earth;
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and thereby procuring all the blessed effects of it to the benefit of his People, Heb. 7.25. Wherefore he is able also to save them to the uttermost that come unto God by him, seeing he ever liveth to make Intercession for them.
and thereby procuring all the blessed effects of it to the benefit of his People, Hebrew 7.25. Wherefore he is able also to save them to the uttermost that come unto God by him, seeing he ever lives to make Intercession for them.
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This was an ordinary salutation, as Justin Martyr observes amongst the Primitive Christi-when they met one another, The Lord is risen; •he is not dead who is the life of our hopes, he yet lives to make Intercession, Rom. 8.34. Who shall condemn? it is Christ that died.
This was an ordinary salutation, as Justin Martyr observes among the Primitive Christi-when they met one Another, The Lord is risen; •he is not dead who is the life of our hope's, he yet lives to make Intercession, Rom. 8.34. Who shall condemn? it is christ that died.
our Saviour tells Peter, after he had told him his failings, Nevertheless I have prayed for thee, that thy Faith fail not, and if I pray for thee, thou needest not question,
our Saviour tells Peter, After he had told him his failings, Nevertheless I have prayed for thee, that thy Faith fail not, and if I pray for thee, thou Needest not question,
Cau any imagine, but that this God who hears the cries of the Ravens, must needs have a high regard to the Prayers of his Son? this is the great advantage of all that are sincere Believers, that they an Advocate continually praying,
Caused any imagine, but that this God who hears the cries of the Ravens, must needs have a high regard to the Prayers of his Son? this is the great advantage of all that Are sincere Believers, that they an Advocate continually praying,
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First, It may inform us, what cause we have to bless God for Jesus Christ; you see all depends upon his undertaking, all our comforts here, and all safety hereafter,
First, It may inform us, what cause we have to bless God for jesus christ; you see all depends upon his undertaking, all our comforts Here, and all safety hereafter,
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then certainly, he must have nothing but hatred, and indignation, against those persons that are out of him, John 3.36. He that believes on his Son hath everlasting life.
then Certainly, he must have nothing but hatred, and Indignation, against those Persons that Are out of him, John 3.36. He that believes on his Son hath everlasting life.
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O what a wretched Estate is every Unbeliever in, that place that was mentioned before, Eph. 2.12. Without Christ without Hope. If we are without Christ, we are without every thing of comfort;
O what a wretched Estate is every Unbeliever in, that place that was mentioned before, Ephesians 2.12. Without christ without Hope. If we Are without christ, we Are without every thing of Comfort;
and it is good to doubt that we may labour to be more sure, yet what cause have we to be thankful that yet we enjoy the means of getting an interest in him;
and it is good to doubt that we may labour to be more sure, yet what cause have we to be thankful that yet we enjoy the means of getting an Interest in him;
never rest satisfied till you can clear up your interest in Christ, there was a strange kind of diligence in David, and a high kind of Zeal he expressed for God,
never rest satisfied till you can clear up your Interest in christ, there was a strange kind of diligence in David, and a high kind of Zeal he expressed for God,
Labour to walk worthy of Christ, Oh be not you a reproach to that blessed name which you profess, 2 Tim. 2.19. Let every one that nameth the name of Christ depart from Iniquity.
Labour to walk worthy of christ, O be not you a reproach to that blessed name which you profess, 2 Tim. 2.19. Let every one that names the name of christ depart from Iniquity.
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Oh! have nothing to do with sin, for these can be coupled together, to profess Christ and yet to go on in a course of sin, is a contradiction. 4. Use.
Oh! have nothing to do with since, for these can be coupled together, to profess christ and yet to go on in a course of since, is a contradiction. 4. Use.
Lastly, This may be matter of unspeakeable comfort to the People of God, that are clear in this great Priviledge, that they have a right and title to it, it is so sure,
Lastly, This may be matter of unspeakable Comfort to the People of God, that Are clear in this great Privilege, that they have a right and title to it, it is so sure,
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