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A SERMON Preached at the FUNERAL SOLEMNITIES Of the HONOURABLE FRANCIS PIERREPONT, Esq;
A SERMON Preached At the FUNERAL SOLEMNITIES Of the HONOURABLE FRANCIS PIERREPONT, Esq;
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Third Son to the Right Honourable ROBERT late Earle of Kingston, upon the 18th of March, 1657. PSAL. 37. ver. 37. Mark the Perfect Man, and behold the Upright, for the end of that Man is Peace.
Third Son to the Right Honourable ROBERT late Earl of Kingston, upon the 18th of March, 1657. PSALM 37. ver. 37. Mark the Perfect Man, and behold the Upright, for the end of that Man is Peace.
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I Have a double Text afforded me to preach on, from both which God speaks to you this day:
I Have a double Text afforded me to preach on, from both which God speaks to you this day:
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The one that portion of Scripture I have now read unto you; the other that sad dispensation of Divine Providence, which hath occasioned our present Meeting together;
The one that portion of Scripture I have now read unto you; the other that sad Dispensation of Divine Providence, which hath occasioned our present Meeting together;
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namely, The late Death, and now sad Funerals of that Person of Honour, whose Hearse we have now followed.
namely, The late Death, and now sad Funerals of that Person of Honour, whose Hearse we have now followed.
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From the former God hath sent me (his poor unworthy Messenger) to preach unto your ears;
From the former God hath sent me (his poor unworthy Messenger) to preach unto your ears;
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by the latter God himselfe hath preached to your eyes.
by the latter God himself hath preached to your eyes.
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I shall earnestly pray that by both God would please to speake to all our hearts, that wee may be taught to make a due improvement both of his word and works.
I shall earnestly pray that by both God would please to speak to all our hearts, that we may be taught to make a due improvement both of his word and works.
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But to come to the Text. The words that I have now read unto you,
But to come to the Text. The words that I have now read unto you,
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and indeed the whole Psalme they are a Pill against that prejudice an Antidote against those discouragements that may be,
and indeed the Whole Psalm they Are a Pill against that prejudice an Antidote against those discouragements that may be,
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and oftentimes are raised in the minds of men by carnal reason against the wayes of God from the prosperity of the wicked,
and oftentimes Are raised in the minds of men by carnal reason against the ways of God from the Prosperity of the wicked,
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and afflictions of the Godly in the time of this life. That this is the maine scope of the Psalmist is plaine to every intelligent Reader.
and afflictions of the Godly in the time of this life. That this is the main scope of the Psalmist is plain to every intelligent Reader.
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So that the scope of the Psalme is this, namely to comfort and strengthen the hearts of Gods people against the troubles of their minds, arising from the present flourishing estate of the wicked,
So that the scope of the Psalm is this, namely to Comfort and strengthen the hearts of God's people against the Troubles of their minds, arising from the present flourishing estate of the wicked,
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and the low condition of Gods people. Now this the Psalmist doth several wayes.
and the low condition of God's people. Now this the Psalmist does several ways.
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1 First, By discovering the shortnesse of wicked mens prosperity, and the certainty of their ruine;
1 First, By discovering the shortness of wicked men's Prosperity, and the certainty of their ruin;
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shewing that however the wicked might prosper for a time, yet their prosperity is but shortlived, but their ruine inevitable:
showing that however the wicked might prosper for a time, yet their Prosperity is but shortlived, but their ruin inevitable:
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this you have layd down in the 2.9.10.13. and 20. verses with divers others;
this you have laid down in the 2.9.10.13. and 20. Verses with diverse Others;
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which assertion he further confirmes from his own experience as to matter of fact in the 35. and 36. verses.
which assertion he further confirms from his own experience as to matter of fact in the 35. and 36. Verses.
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2. Secondly, By shewing that that little the righteous enjoy in this life, is much better,
2. Secondly, By showing that that little the righteous enjoy in this life, is much better,
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and much sweeter then all the abundance and revenues of the wicked. verse. 16. 3. Thirdly, He assures the Saints of God that even while they are under the greatest presures of present troubles God is still present with them;
and much Sweeten then all the abundance and revenues of the wicked. verse. 16. 3. Thirdly, He assures the Saints of God that even while they Are under the greatest presures of present Troubles God is still present with them;
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that he neither doth, nor will forsake his people in their lowest conditions, or greatest straits,
that he neither does, nor will forsake his people in their lowest conditions, or greatest straits,
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but is ever neer unto them to uphold, provide for, direct and protect them. This is at large laid downe in the 17, 18, 19, 23, 24, 28, 33, and 34 verses.
but is ever near unto them to uphold, provide for, Direct and Pact them. This is At large laid down in the 17, 18, 19, 23, 24, 28, 33, and 34 Verses.
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4. Fourthly, And most especially the Psalmist removes the stumbling block of the prosperity of the wicked,
4. Fourthly, And most especially the Psalmist removes the stumbling block of the Prosperity of the wicked,
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and the afflictions of the godly by directing men to look beyond the present state of things to the end and issue of them, to look beyond the present exigencies of the righteous unto the future happy end, and blessed issue God would undoubtedly give unto all their troubles.
and the afflictions of the godly by directing men to look beyond the present state of things to the end and issue of them, to look beyond the present exigencies of the righteous unto the future happy end, and blessed issue God would undoubtedly give unto all their Troubles.
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He would not have men hasty to judge from the present posture of affaires, but to stay a while,
He would not have men hasty to judge from the present posture of affairs, but to stay a while,
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and diligent weigh and observe Gods dealings and dispensations both towards the godly, and towards the wicked;
and diligent weigh and observe God's dealings and dispensations both towards the godly, and towards the wicked;
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which as you have fully laid down in the 3.4.5.18. and several other verses, so eminently in the Text, and the verse following.
which as you have Fully laid down in the 3.4.5.18. and several other Verses, so eminently in the Text, and the verse following.
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In which verses the Psalmist makes a direct opposition betweene the godly and the wicked; and that in a double respect.
In which Verses the Psalmist makes a Direct opposition between the godly and the wicked; and that in a double respect.
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1. First, In their different wayes or properties.
1. First, In their different ways or properties.
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The one is a perfect man, the other a transgressour; the one upright, the other wicked. 2. Secondly, In their end;
The one is a perfect man, the other a transgressor; the one upright, the other wicked. 2. Secondly, In their end;
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the end of one is peace, the end of the other is to be cut off.
the end of one is peace, the end of the other is to be Cut off.
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But to come to the words of the Text. There are divers readings of these words,
But to come to the words of the Text. There Are diverse readings of these words,
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though all to the same sense for the substance of them.
though all to the same sense for the substance of them.
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The Interlineary renders them custodi integrum et vide rectum, quia novissimum viro pax, for his last end is, or will be, peace.
The Interlineary renders them Custodi integrum et vide rectum, quia novissimum viro pax, for his last end is, or will be, peace.
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Junius and Tremellius render them, Observa integrum, et aspice rectum. Unto which our translation answers, observe, or marke the perfect man. Junius and Tremellius render them, Observa integrum, et Aspice rectum. Unto which our Translation answers, observe, or mark the perfect man.
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Piscator renders the latter word Considera rectum consider the upright. Others render the Hebrew words NONLATINALPHABET and NONLATINALPHABET by the abstract.Piscator renders the latter word Considera rectum Consider the upright. Others render the Hebrew words and by the abstract.
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So the Chaldee, Syriack, Septuagint, Aethiopick and Arabick versions. The Chaldee paraphrase, Serva integritatem, & respice rectum, quia finis hominis est pax.
So the Chaldee, Syriac, septuagint, Ethiopic and Arabic versions. The Chaldee Paraphrase, Serva integritatem, & respice rectum, quia finis hominis est pax.
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Keep uprightnesse, and respect the upright man;
Keep uprightness, and respect the upright man;
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doe not onely behold him, but behold him with an eye of respect, for so God doth,
do not only behold him, but behold him with an eye of respect, for so God does,
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so as to give him a peaceable end. The Syriack thus, observa simplicitatem, et elige rectitudinem, quoniam finis bonus viris pacis, Observe simplicity,
so as to give him a peaceable end. The Syriac thus, Observa simplicitatem, et Elige rectitudinem, quoniam finis bonus Viris pacis, Observe simplicity,
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and chuse uprightnesse, because there is a good end to men of peace.
and choose uprightness, Because there is a good end to men of peace.
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The Septuagint and Aethiopick render the latter clause of the verse, quoniam sunt reliquiae viro pacifico.
The septuagint and Ethiopic render the latter clause of the verse, quoniam sunt reliquiae viro pacifico.
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But our Translation is full enough to the sense of the Text. To proceed to the Division of the Text. In it you may observe these parts. 1. An act enjoyned.
But our translation is full enough to the sense of the Text. To proceed to the Division of the Text. In it you may observe these parts. 1. an act enjoined.
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Mark, behold. A double act or the the same for substance twice repeated for the more effectual pressing the duty upon us.Mark, behold. A double act or the the same for substance twice repeated for the more effectual pressing the duty upon us.
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2. Secondly, The object of this act, the perfect and upright-man.
2. Secondly, The Object of this act, the perfect and upright-man.
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3. Thirdly, The special observable we should take notice of concerning this perfect and upright man;
3. Thirdly, The special observable we should take notice of Concerning this perfect and upright man;
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and that is his end or the reason why we are thus to observe the perfect man, because his end is peace.
and that is his end or the reason why we Are thus to observe the perfect man, Because his end is peace.
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Or the Text may be divided into these two parts. Here is 1. the godly mans property, and 2. The godly mans priviledge.
Or the Text may be divided into these two parts. Here is 1. the godly men property, and 2. The godly men privilege.
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His property is perfection, his priviledge is peace. Here is the saints character, and the saints Crown;
His property is perfection, his privilege is peace. Here is the Saints character, and the Saints Crown;
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He is characterized by uprightnesse or sincerity, and crowned with peace. Here is the Christians way, and his end; his motion, and his rest:
He is characterized by uprightness or sincerity, and crowned with peace. Here is the Christians Way, and his end; his motion, and his rest:
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his way is holinesse, his end happinesse;
his Way is holiness, his end happiness;
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his motion is towards perfection, and in uprightnesse, his rest is peace at his journeyes end
his motion is towards perfection, and in uprightness, his rest is peace At his journeys end
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As to the further explication of the termes I shall remitt it to the handling of the Doctrines.
As to the further explication of the terms I shall remit it to the handling of the Doctrines.
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The Doctrinal conclusions from these words are two. First, That the end of perfect and upright men is peace.
The Doctrinal conclusions from these words Are two. First, That the end of perfect and upright men is peace.
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Or, That how troublesome soever the present estate of upright men may be, yet their end is and most certainly shall be peace.
Or, That how troublesome soever the present estate of upright men may be, yet their end is and most Certainly shall be peace.
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Secondly, That God would have men diligently to observe weigh and consider his gracious dealings towards his people,
Secondly, That God would have men diligently to observe weigh and Consider his gracious dealings towards his people,
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and the good issue he gives to all their troubles, as a meanes to quiet their hearts under the present prosperity of the wicked, and afflictions of the godly. and the good issue he gives to all their Troubles, as a means to quiet their hearts under the present Prosperity of the wicked, and afflictions of the godly.
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This latter Doctrine I gather from those words Mark and behold; The doubling of the expression intimates how much it is our duty to do it, to observe and consider Gods gracious dealings with his saints:
This latter Doctrine I gather from those words Mark and behold; The doubling of the expression intimates how much it is our duty to do it, to observe and Consider God's gracious dealings with his Saints:
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as if the Psalmist had said do not pass a sudden, rash and harsh censure on the upright man because you see him under present afflictions,
as if the Psalmist had said do not pass a sudden, rash and harsh censure on the upright man Because you see him under present afflictions,
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but stay a while till you see the end and issue.
but stay a while till you see the end and issue.
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It is the end that crownes the action, therefore be contented to stay till you see the upright mans end and then passe sentence.
It is the end that crowns the actium, Therefore be contented to stay till you see the upright men end and then pass sentence.
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But I intend not the prosecution of this doctrine, unlesse as it may fall in the application of the former.
But I intend not the prosecution of this Doctrine, unless as it may fallen in the application of the former.
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The first Doctrine is that which by Gods assistance I shall insist on; viz. That the end of the perfect and upright man is peace.
The First Doctrine is that which by God's assistance I shall insist on; viz. That the end of the perfect and upright man is peace.
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In the prosecution of this Doctrine I shall observe this Method I shall 1. explicate the termes of the Text and Doctrine 2. Confirme it by Scripture and reason. 3. apply it:
In the prosecution of this Doctrine I shall observe this Method I shall 1. explicate the terms of the Text and Doctrine 2. Confirm it by Scripture and reason. 3. apply it:
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In the explication of the Termes of the Doctrine I shall first shew you, Who this perfect and upright man is? 2. What the upright mans end is, which is here specified? 3. What that peace is the upright man shall enjoy in his end? or in what regards the upright mans en• is and shall be peace.
In the explication of the Terms of the Doctrine I shall First show you, Who this perfect and upright man is? 2. What the upright men end is, which is Here specified? 3. What that peace is the upright man shall enjoy in his end? or in what regards the upright men en• is and shall be peace.
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The first particular to be explained is what is meant by the perfect and upright man. They are two several words tending to expresse the same thing,
The First particular to be explained is what is meant by the perfect and upright man. They Are two several words tending to express the same thing,
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namely sincerity of heart, and uprightness of way.
namely sincerity of heart, and uprightness of Way.
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The latter word is exegetical of the former, he tels you whom he means by the perfect man, namely, him who is upright.
The latter word is exegetical of the former, he tells you whom he means by the perfect man, namely, him who is upright.
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The Hebrew word NONLATINALPHABET is in other places rendred by upright. Psalm 18.23. I was also upright before him;
The Hebrew word is in other places rendered by upright. Psalm 18.23. I was also upright before him;
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and the same word in Gen. 25.27. is rendred plaine; Jacob was a plaine man &c. the Septuagint render it NONLATINALPHABET. non fucatus, non fictus.
and the same word in Gen. 25.27. is rendered plain; Jacob was a plain man etc. the septuagint render it. non fucatus, non fictus.
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Now for the more cleare opening what is meant by perfection, we are to note that there is a twofold perfection. 1. Legal, 2. Evangelical.
Now for the more clear opening what is meant by perfection, we Are to note that there is a twofold perfection. 1. Legal, 2. Evangelical.
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1. First, Legal perfection, which is a full conformity in the whole man unto the whole will of God But this is not the perfection meant in the Text,
1. First, Legal perfection, which is a full conformity in the Whole man unto the Whole will of God But this is not the perfection meant in the Text,
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for we may look and look long enough ere we find such a perfect man on this side heaven and this is that which is usually called by Divines perfection of degrees.
for we may look and look long enough ere we find such a perfect man on this side heaven and this is that which is usually called by Divines perfection of Degrees.
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2. Secondly, There is an Evangelical perfection made mention of in Scripture, and this is twofold.
2. Secondly, There is an Evangelical perfection made mention of in Scripture, and this is twofold.
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1. A perfection of Justification without us upon the imputation of the righteousnesse of Christ unto us.
1. A perfection of Justification without us upon the imputation of the righteousness of christ unto us.
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And the Saints of God are perfect with this perfection:
And the Saints of God Are perfect with this perfection:
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There is no guilt left unremoved, no sin committed left unpardoned unto beleevers but they are all washt away in the bloud of Jesus Christ.
There is no guilt left unremoved, no since committed left unpardoned unto believers but they Are all washed away in the blood of jesus christ.
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The robes of Christs righteousnesse are large enough to cover all the deformities of the soules of Gods people.
The robes of Christ righteousness Are large enough to cover all the deformities of the Souls of God's people.
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Of this perfection is that Scripture to be understood, Heb. 10.14. By one offering he hath for ever perfected them that are sanctified.
Of this perfection is that Scripture to be understood, Hebrew 10.14. By one offering he hath for ever perfected them that Are sanctified.
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And this I call our Evangelicall perfection, because howver in some respect it may be called a legal righteousness or perfection,
And this I call our Evangelical perfection, Because howver in Some respect it may be called a Legal righteousness or perfection,
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namely as it relates to Christ (Christs righteousness fully answering the law both in its precept and in its threatning) yet as it relates to us, it is purely Evangelical;
namely as it relates to christ (Christ righteousness Fully answering the law both in its precept and in its threatening) yet as it relates to us, it is purely Evangelical;
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it being not done by us, but by Christ for us;
it being not done by us, but by christ for us;
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for it is upon the account of the Grace of the Gospel, that the righteousness of Christ is accepted for us,
for it is upon the account of the Grace of the Gospel, that the righteousness of christ is accepted for us,
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and that it is revealed, applyed, and imputed to us. 2. A second kind of Evangelical perfection is in reference to Sanctification;
and that it is revealed, applied, and imputed to us. 2. A second kind of Evangelical perfection is in Referente to Sanctification;
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and it is that which is usually called a perfection of parts, when all the parts and faculties of soul and body are sanctified,
and it is that which is usually called a perfection of parts, when all the parts and faculties of soul and body Are sanctified,
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and all the parts of Sanctification are wrought in us, so that we are sanctified wholly and throughout in every part,
and all the parts of Sanctification Are wrought in us, so that we Are sanctified wholly and throughout in every part,
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though not sanctified in any part wholly and perfectly.
though not sanctified in any part wholly and perfectly.
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And this the Gospel calls perfection, for as he (though but a child) may properly be called a perfect man, who hath all the parts of a man,
And this the Gospel calls perfection, for as he (though but a child) may properly be called a perfect man, who hath all the parts of a man,
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though those parts are not yet grown up to their full measure;
though those parts Are not yet grown up to their full measure;
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so is that Christian accounted a perfect Christian in a Gospel-sense, who hath a thorow work of Sanctification wrought in his heart;
so is that Christian accounted a perfect Christian in a Gospel sense, who hath a thorough work of Sanctification wrought in his heart;
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and this is the perfection spoken of in the Text, which is indeed the same with sincerity and uprightness of heart.
and this is the perfection spoken of in the Text, which is indeed the same with sincerity and uprightness of heart.
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To this sense Pagnine renders the word NONLATINALPHABET in the Text, perfect. i. e. Non fraudulentus consilijs, non varius sed simplex;
To this sense Pagnine renders the word in the Text, perfect. i. e. Non fraudulentus consilijs, non varius sed simplex;
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and further, he is one qui doctrinâ et fide erga Deum integer, & coram hominibus sine reprehensione, bonam habens conscientiam, and he describes perfection to virtus contraria versutiae, & perversitati.
and further, he is one qui doctrinâ et fide Erga God integer, & coram hominibus sine reprehension, Good habens conscientiam, and he describes perfection to virtus contraria versutiae, & perversitati.
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As to the other word in the Text NONLATINALPHABET rendred upright, the Septuagint render it sometimes by NONLATINALPHABET Justus, Job 1.1. sometimes by NONLATINALPHABET Verus, Job 2.3. sometimes by NONLATINALPHABET Rectus Judg. 17.6. sometimes by NONLATINALPHABET Purus, Job 33.3.
As to the other word in the Text rendered upright, the septuagint render it sometime by Justus, Job 1.1. sometime by Verus, Job 2.3. sometime by Rectus Judges 17.6. sometime by Purus, Job 33.3.
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An upright man is a right man, i.e. (saith Pagnine ) one qui neutra• … in partem deflectit, qui nec favore nec minis movetur, motu nec praemiis, non suum ex eo quod facit honorem, aut commodum,
an upright man is a right man, i.e. (Says Pagnine) one qui neutra• … in partem deflectit, qui nec favore nec minis movetur, motu nec praemiis, non suum ex eo quod facit Honor, Or commodum,
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sed Dei gloriam & proximi utilitatem quaereus. A very full description of the upright man.sed Dei gloriam & proximi utilitatem quaereus. A very full description of the upright man.
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Some observe that when these two words are joyned together the former is taken for inward soundness,
some observe that when these two words Are joined together the former is taken for inward soundness,
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and plainness of heart toward God, the latter for outward justice and righteousness towards men. Thus indeed the Godly man is both plain hearted, and plain-dealing too.
and plainness of heart towards God, the latter for outward Justice and righteousness towards men. Thus indeed the Godly man is both plain hearted, and plain-dealing too.
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But I look on the latter word as explaining the former.
But I look on the latter word as explaining the former.
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But for the further opening these words, it may be here questioned, how and in what regard the upright man may be called a perfect man, seeing there are so many failings and imperfections in the best of Saints?
But for the further opening these words, it may be Here questioned, how and in what regard the upright man may be called a perfect man, seeing there Are so many failings and imperfections in the best of Saints?
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Besides what account hath been already given; namely, that the upright man is perfect in regard of the imputation of Christs righteousness,
Beside what account hath been already given; namely, that the upright man is perfect in regard of the imputation of Christ righteousness,
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and with a perfection of parts, there are two more respects, in regard of which the upright man may be fitly called a perfect man.
and with a perfection of parts, there Are two more respects, in regard of which the upright man may be fitly called a perfect man.
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1. The upright man is a perfect man in his aimes, desires and indeavours:
1. The upright man is a perfect man in his aims, Desires and endeavours:
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He is one that designes perfection, and levels all his aimes, desires, and indeavours at it, perfect holiness is the white he shoots at,
He is one that designs perfection, and levels all his aims, Desires, and endeavours At it, perfect holiness is the white he shoots At,
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and ever hath in his eyes, though he cannot attain unto it, but falls abundantly short of it
and ever hath in his eyes, though he cannot attain unto it, but falls abundantly short of it
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Perfection of holiness is the aime of Saints on earth, but the reward of Saints in heaven:
Perfection of holiness is the aim of Saints on earth, but the reward of Saints in heaven:
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It is the duty of Saints militant to labour after, but the priviledg of Saints triumphant onely to enjoy.
It is the duty of Saints militant to labour After, but the privilege of Saints triumphant only to enjoy.
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Now God accepts of the will for the deed, and accounts of his people, rather by what they would be, then by what they are.
Now God accepts of the will for the deed, and accounts of his people, rather by what they would be, then by what they Are.
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Origen speaks well to this purpose, duplex est perfectio, una quae est in expletione virtutum, altera, cum quis proficit, & ad anteriora nititur: Origen speaks well to this purpose, duplex est Perfection, una Quae est in expletione Virtues, altera, cum quis proficit, & ad anteriora Nititur:
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Nor is that saying of Seneca (though a heathen) impertinent to this purpose, pars magna bonitatis est velle fieri bonum.
Nor is that saying of Senecca (though a heathen) impertinent to this purpose, pars Magna bonitatis est velle fieri bonum.
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Now it is this perfection the Saints of God attain unto. God calls him perfect that would be so, and that would have his imperfections covered, and cured:
Now it is this perfection the Saints of God attain unto. God calls him perfect that would be so, and that would have his imperfections covered, and cured:
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In the same sense, that he that is born of God may be said not to commit sin. 1 Joh. 3.9 may the upright man be said to be perfect.
In the same sense, that he that is born of God may be said not to commit since. 1 John 3.9 may the upright man be said to be perfect.
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He doth not commit sin, i. e. He doth not make sin his design;He does not commit since, i. e. He does not make since his Design;
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non facit peccatum, sed patitur potius, saith Bernard: He suffers sin rather then doth it, He is so far from making sin his work or delight, that it is his greatest burden and affliction:non facit peccatum, sed patitur potius, Says Bernard: He suffers since rather then does it, He is so Far from making since his work or delight, that it is his greatest burden and affliction:
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And God chargeth not those sins upon his people which their hearts are set against; for (as Augustine saith) peccata nobis non nocent si non placent;
And God charges not those Sins upon his people which their hearts Are Set against; for (as Augustine Says) Peccata nobis non nocent si non placent;
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those sins shall not hurt which doth not please;
those Sins shall not hurt which does not please;
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so now on the other side, the aime and desire of the upright heart is accounted by God for the act and thing it self.
so now on the other side, the aim and desire of the upright heart is accounted by God for the act and thing it self.
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I shall conclude this particular with that saying of one, Christiani sumus affectu potius quam effectu, et maxima pars Christianismi est toto pectore velle fieri Christianum.
I shall conclude this particular with that saying of one, Christians sumus affectu potius quam effectu, et maxima pars Christianism est toto pectore velle fieri Christian.
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So I say the greatest part of a Christians perfection in this life consists in a sincere desire and endeavour after it.
So I say the greatest part of a Christians perfection in this life consists in a sincere desire and endeavour After it.
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2. Secondly, The upright man is a perfect man in regard of his present tendency,
2. Secondly, The upright man is a perfect man in regard of his present tendency,
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and in regard of the end and issue he shall at last most certainly arrive at.
and in regard of the end and issue he shall At last most Certainly arrive At.
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He that is now an upright man shall most certainly at last be a perfect man.
He that is now an upright man shall most Certainly At last be a perfect man.
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Uprightnesse is in a tendency towards perfection;
Uprightness is in a tendency towards perfection;
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as the child who at present hath a perfection of parts, is in a tendency to be a perfect man in regard of strength, stature and degree;
as the child who At present hath a perfection of parts, is in a tendency to be a perfect man in regard of strength, stature and degree;
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so the upright man, who is now perfect in regard of parts, shall be so at last in regard of degrees:
so the upright man, who is now perfect in regard of parts, shall be so At last in regard of Degrees:
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so that the Text calls him a perfect man, not so much in regard of what he now is as to degrees,
so that the Text calls him a perfect man, not so much in regard of what he now is as to Degrees,
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as in regard of what God intends to make him, for whom God hath made upright, he will make perfect Matth. 12.20. A bruised reed shall he not break, and smoaking flax shall he not quench till he send forth judgement to victory. Philipp. 1.6. He which hath begun a good worke in you, will performe it untill the day of Jesus Christ.
as in regard of what God intends to make him, for whom God hath made upright, he will make perfect Matthew 12.20. A Bruised reed shall he not break, and smoking flax shall he not quench till he send forth judgement to victory. Philip. 1.6. He which hath begun a good work in you, will perform it until the day of jesus christ.
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And so much shall suffice for the opening the first particular, the subject of this proposition, viz. the perfect and upright man:
And so much shall suffice for the opening the First particular, the Subject of this proposition, viz. the perfect and upright man:
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The further opening the nature of sincerity I shall reserve for application.
The further opening the nature of sincerity I shall reserve for application.
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2. The 2d particular to be explicated for the more full and cleare understanding of the Text and Doctrine is to enquire what is here to be understood by the upright mans end:
2. The 2d particular to be explicated for the more full and clear understanding of the Text and Doctrine is to inquire what is Here to be understood by the upright men end:
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For the end of that man is peace. For the end of that man is peace.
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Now this expression comprehends these three things, which may be all gathered from the notation and use of the Hebrew word in the Text.
Now this expression comprehends these three things, which may be all gathered from the notation and use of the Hebrew word in the Text.
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1. First, The Hebrew word NONLATINALPHABET notes the end or issue of a businesse or undertaking;
1. First, The Hebrew word notes the end or issue of a business or undertaking;
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and so it may well be taken in this place, namely for that good and comfortable end and issue God will give to all the upright mans troubles,
and so it may well be taken in this place, namely for that good and comfortable end and issue God will give to all the upright men Troubles,
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and unto all his actings and undertakings.
and unto all his actings and undertakings.
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And unto this sense the Syriack Version agrees, which is translated finis bonus viris paecis, There shall be a good issue to the troubles and afflictions of all upright men:
And unto this sense the Syriac Version agrees, which is translated finis bonus Viris paecis, There shall be a good issue to the Troubles and afflictions of all upright men:
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though his beginning, and progress to, may be full of perplexing troubles, yet his end will be rest and peace;
though his beginning, and progress to, may be full of perplexing Troubles, yet his end will be rest and peace;
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God will at last deliver him out of all his troubles.
God will At last deliver him out of all his Troubles.
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Psalm. 34.19 and find a way for his people to escape the hurt of all temptations, 1 Cor 10.13. 2. Secondly, By the end of the upright man may be here understood the end and period of the upright mans Natural life as well as of his troubles. His end (i. e.) his death;
Psalm. 34.19 and find a Way for his people to escape the hurt of all temptations, 1 Cor 10.13. 2. Secondly, By the end of the upright man may be Here understood the end and Period of the upright men Natural life as well as of his Troubles. His end (i. e.) his death;
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the Interlineary renders the Hebrew word by novissimum, his last end, what ever troubles the upright man may meet with or lye under while he lives,
the Interlineary renders the Hebrew word by novissimum, his last end, what ever Troubles the upright man may meet with or lie under while he lives,
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yet when he comes to dye, he shall be sure to have rest and peace, and to lay down his aking head and heart in the bosom of Jesus Christ. Isaiah. 57.2. He shall enter into peace, they shall rest in their beds, each one walking in his uprightnesse.
yet when he comes to die, he shall be sure to have rest and peace, and to lay down his aching head and heart in the bosom of jesus christ. Isaiah. 57.2. He shall enter into peace, they shall rest in their Beds, each one walking in his uprightness.
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3. Thirdly, By the end of the upright man may be understood the seed and posterity of the upright man.
3. Thirdly, By the end of the upright man may be understood the seed and posterity of the upright man.
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So the Septuagint render the word in the Text reliquiae, his relicts and remainders those he leaves behind him they shall be blessed.
So the septuagint render the word in the Text reliquiae, his relicts and remainders those he leaves behind him they shall be blessed.
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He shall leave a blessing of peace behind him unto his seed and posterity after him.
He shall leave a blessing of peace behind him unto his seed and posterity After him.
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If God should not visible deliver him, yet his posterity shall fare the better for him;
If God should not visible deliver him, yet his posterity shall fare the better for him;
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God hath blessings laid up in store for them, and I find the word in the Text so used, Psam 109.13. Let his posterity be cut off.
God hath blessings laid up in store for them, and I find the word in the Text so used, Psam 109.13. Let his posterity be Cut off.
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Now that the upright mans posterity shall be blessed, is proved from Psalm. 37. vers. 25.26.
Now that the upright men posterity shall be blessed, is proved from Psalm. 37. vers. 25.26.
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I have been young, and now am old, yet have I not seen the righteous forsaken, nor his seed begging bread. I have been young, and now am old, yet have I not seen the righteous forsaken, nor his seed begging bred.
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He is ever merciful and lendeth, and his seed is blessed. Psalm. 112.2. His seed shall be mighty on earth, the generation of the upright shall be blessed. He is ever merciful and dares, and his seed is blessed. Psalm. 112.2. His seed shall be mighty on earth, the generation of the upright shall be blessed.
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And that this is at least comprehended in the Text as a part of the meaning of it, seemes cleare to me from the verse following the Text, where it is said the end of the wicked shall be cut off, which is opposite to the end of the upright man:
And that this is At least comprehended in the Text as a part of the meaning of it, seems clear to me from the verse following the Text, where it is said the end of the wicked shall be Cut off, which is opposite to the end of the upright man:
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now by the end of the wicked seemes to be understood (and it is so interpreted by divers) the posterity of the wicked.
now by the end of the wicked seems to be understood (and it is so interpreted by diverse) the posterity of the wicked.
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And I see no reason why all three Interpretations may not well be taken in to make the sense full. 1. God will give a good issue to his troubles. 2. He shall have peace in his death;
And I see no reason why all three Interpretations may not well be taken in to make the sense full. 1. God will give a good issue to his Troubles. 2. He shall have peace in his death;
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and 3. God will blesse his posterity.
and 3. God will bless his posterity.
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3. The third particular to be explicated in the opening of the Text and Doctrine is what is here meant by peace,
3. The third particular to be explicated in the opening of the Text and Doctrine is what is Here meant by peace,
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or what peace it is which the perfect and upright man shall injoy at his end? As to the word NONLATINALPHABET Peace; it is a very comprehensive word including all sorts and kinds of blessings both temporal and spiritual,
or what peace it is which the perfect and upright man shall enjoy At his end? As to the word Peace; it is a very comprehensive word including all sorts and Kinds of blessings both temporal and spiritual,
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and both may be here comprehended. The word notes tranquillitatem, et opponitur peturbationi confusioni & seditioni, as Pagnin notes.
and both may be Here comprehended. The word notes tranquillitatem, et opponitur peturbationi confusioni & seditioni, as Pagnin notes.
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It notes also prosperum rerum statum, unde hâc voce utuntur in salutationibus bene precantes;
It notes also Prosperum rerum Statum, unde hâc voce utuntur in salutationibus bene precantes;
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Hence when any would wish well unto others in their salutations, they were wont to wish, peace unto them.
Hence when any would wish well unto Others in their salutations, they were wont to wish, peace unto them.
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But I proceed to shew more distinctly what is here meant by peace. 1. By this peace in the Text may be understood externall peace.
But I proceed to show more distinctly what is Here meant by peace. 1. By this peace in the Text may be understood external peace.
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This Text is sometimes fulfilled literally unto the people of God, and that either,
This Text is sometime fulfilled literally unto the people of God, and that either,
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1. By Gods causing his people after many troubles in their lives, in the close of their days to enjoy even outward peace and prosperity.
1. By God's causing his people After many Troubles in their lives, in the close of their days to enjoy even outward peace and Prosperity.
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God oftentimes after a stormy and blustring day sends a calme and quiet evening unto the upright man.
God oftentimes After a stormy and blustering day sends a Cam and quiet evening unto the upright man.
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Thus God graciously dealt with Job as you may see in the 42. Chapter of that Booke.
Thus God graciously dealt with Job as you may see in the 42. Chapter of that Book.
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Or secondly the end of the upright man may be said to be peace even in regard of outward peace;
Or secondly the end of the upright man may be said to be peace even in regard of outward peace;
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when God takes him away, though by death before some great calamities approaching towards a place or people.
when God Takes him away, though by death before Some great calamities approaching towards a place or people.
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The upright mans end is peace though he die in Warre, when God takes him away from the evill to come.
The upright men end is peace though he die in War, when God Takes him away from the evil to come.
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Isa. 57.1, 2. though the righteous man seeme to perish, and though he may be taken away by a violent death,Isaiah 57.1, 2. though the righteous man seem to perish, and though he may be taken away by a violent death,
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yet his end is, and he enters into peace. 2. King. 22.20.
yet his end is, and he enters into peace. 2. King. 22.20.
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is to be interpreted, where Josiah is said to be gathered into the grave in peace, though he died in battel,
is to be interpreted, where Josiah is said to be gathered into the grave in peace, though he died in battle,
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because he was taken away before those sad calamities that came upon Judah, which God had threatned against them,
Because he was taken away before those sad calamities that Come upon Judah, which God had threatened against them,
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as the following words in that verse clearely prove. But this is not the Principal thing meant in the Text.
as the following words in that verse clearly prove. But this is not the Principal thing meant in the Text.
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2. Secondly, Therefore by the peace spoken of in the Text is understood peace with God.
2. Secondly, Therefore by the peace spoken of in the Text is understood peace with God.
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The upright man, though he may and should have all his dayes Warre and contention with men,
The upright man, though he may and should have all his days War and contention with men,
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yet he hath at present, and shall be sure at last to have peace with God.
yet he hath At present, and shall be sure At last to have peace with God.
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He dies in Gods favour, though he may live, and should die under mens frownes. And this peace with God is the fountaine of all other true and solid peace;
He die in God's favour, though he may live, and should die under men's frowns. And this peace with God is the fountain of all other true and solid peace;
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flowing from Justification by faith, Rom. 5.1. Being justified by faith we have peace with God.
flowing from Justification by faith, Rom. 5.1. Being justified by faith we have peace with God.
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This peace indeed upright men have while they live though they do not alwayes feele it.
This peace indeed upright men have while they live though they do not always feel it.
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But they are sure to have it eminently at their end.
But they Are sure to have it eminently At their end.
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3. Thirdly, By the peace spoken of in the Text, which is the upright mans end, is to be understood peace of and with their own consciences;
3. Thirdly, By the peace spoken of in the Text, which is the upright men end, is to be understood peace of and with their own Consciences;
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though the upright man hath troubles without yet he hath peace within;
though the upright man hath Troubles without yet he hath peace within;
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though he may have few friends abroad, yet he hath one at home, a friend in his own bosom, namely a pacified conscience;
though he may have few Friends abroad, yet he hath one At home, a friend in his own bosom, namely a pacified conscience;
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yea though he may have much unquietnesse in his Conscience at present through unbelief and uneven walkings,
yea though he may have much unquietness in his Conscience At present through unbelief and uneven walkings,
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yet all these shall be quieted at last.
yet all these shall be quieted At last.
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'Tis true, I grant, this peace is not alway visible to standers by, nor ever so far sensible unto the upright man himselfe,
It's true, I grant, this peace is not always visible to standers by, nor ever so Far sensible unto the upright man himself,
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as that he is able to discover it unto others;
as that he is able to discover it unto Others;
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and therefore we are not to judge of mens ends so much by their expressions of peace and and joy at the time of death,
and Therefore we Are not to judge of men's ends so much by their expressions of peace and and joy At the time of death,
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as by the course and tenours of their lives and conversations; and let me adde this further, that usually when any of Gods people want peace,
as by the course and tenors of their lives and conversations; and let me add this further, that usually when any of God's people want peace,
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when they come to die, it is from some failer of uprightness in their lives, the sting of which may wound the conscience of one, who hath been upright in the maine bent of his heart.
when they come to die, it is from Some failer of uprightness in their lives, the sting of which may wound the conscience of one, who hath been upright in the main bent of his heart.
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It is the unevenness of Christians lives that is usually the cause of their despondencies at death's approach;
It is the unevenness of Christians lives that is usually the cause of their Despondencies At death's approach;
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yea and God may somtimes suffer the Sun of upright men to set in a cloud,
yea and God may sometimes suffer the Sun of upright men to Set in a cloud,
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as to visible appearances of joy and comfort, for the just punishment of wicked men, that those who would not be won by the holiness of their lives, should be justly hardned by their seeming uncomfortable Deaths.
as to visible appearances of joy and Comfort, for the just punishment of wicked men, that those who would not be wone by the holiness of their lives, should be justly hardened by their seeming uncomfortable Death's.
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And this you may be assured of, that if Gods people do want sensible expressions of joy,
And this you may be assured of, that if God's people do want sensible expressions of joy,
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yet God alwayes keeps up the hearts of upright men in away of humble dependence, and holy recumbency upon Jesus Christ;
yet God always keeps up the hearts of upright men in away of humble dependence, and holy recumbency upon jesus christ;
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they ever die in faith, and that is the ground of peace.
they ever die in faith, and that is the ground of peace.
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He that dies in faith dies in peace, and if there be any gracious soule concerning whom you cannot say he died with joy,
He that die in faith die in peace, and if there be any gracious soul Concerning whom you cannot say he died with joy,
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yet this Epitaph may be written upon the tombs of all upright men, which you have recorded Heb. 11.13. These all died in faith.
yet this Epitaph may be written upon the tombs of all upright men, which you have recorded Hebrew 11.13. These all died in faith.
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This is a third kind of peace comprehended in the Text and doctrine.
This is a third kind of peace comprehended in the Text and Doctrine.
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4. A fourth kind of peace the upright man hath at his end, is peace with men, or however from men.
4. A fourth kind of peace the upright man hath At his end, is peace with men, or however from men.
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His end is peace with men, and that both as to the frame of his owne heart, he freely forgiving and praying for his bitterest and cruellest enemies;
His end is peace with men, and that both as to the frame of his own heart, he freely forgiving and praying for his Bitterest and Cruellest enemies;
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& also in that usually upright men leave a good name behind them;
& also in that usually upright men leave a good name behind them;
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and so sweet a savour from their holy conversations, that their worst enemies cannot but speake well of them,
and so sweet a savour from their holy conversations, that their worst enemies cannot but speak well of them,
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when they are dead, though they most fiercely opposed them when living. Pro. 10.7. The memory of the just is blessed;
when they Are dead, though they most fiercely opposed them when living. Pro 10.7. The memory of the just is blessed;
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the memory of upright men is precious of times among the wicked, but alwayes among the righteous:
the memory of upright men is precious of times among the wicked, but always among the righteous:
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or secondly if they have not peace with men, yet to be sure the end of upright men is peace from men;
or secondly if they have not peace with men, yet to be sure the end of upright men is peace from men;
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from all the wrongs and injuries that have been offered them by wicked and ungodly men while they lived here one earth;
from all the wrongs and injuries that have been offered them by wicked and ungodly men while they lived Here one earth;
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then they shall be out of reach of all the rage of men, though here they were the Butt of all their malice,
then they shall be out of reach of all the rage of men, though Here they were the Butt of all their malice,
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yet then neither the arrows of wicked mens invenom'd tongues, nor the swords of their hands can hurt the upright man;
yet then neither the arrows of wicked men's envenomed tongues, nor the swords of their hands can hurt the upright man;
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he will then be beyond the Gunshott of them all:
he will then be beyond the Gunshott of them all:
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that in Job. 3.17, 18, 19. [ There the wicked cease from troubling and there the weary be at rest;
that in Job. 3.17, 18, 19. [ There the wicked cease from troubling and there the weary be At rest;
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there the prisoners rest together, they heare not the voice of the oppressour;
there the Prisoners rest together, they hear not the voice of the oppressor;
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the small and great are there, and the servant is free from his Master, ] though in some sense true of all,the small and great Are there, and the servant is free from his Master, ] though in Some sense true of all,
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yet is especially applicable to the upright man.
yet is especially applicable to the upright man.
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5. Fifthly, the end of the upright man is peace, as peace imports a quiet resignation of himself and all his unto God.
5. Fifthly, the end of the upright man is peace, as peace imports a quiet resignation of himself and all his unto God.
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The upright man quietly and confidently resignes his soule unto God, and can commit his children, friends and dearest relations unto God as his and their best friend and Father.
The upright man quietly and confidently resignes his soul unto God, and can commit his children, Friends and dearest relations unto God as his and their best friend and Father.
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Peace may be here opposed to perturbation of mind, and to all anxious and solicitous cares and feares relating to posterity.Peace may be Here opposed to perturbation of mind, and to all anxious and solicitous Cares and fears relating to posterity.
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The upright man, as he can trust God with his soule, so he can trust him with all his temporal concernments;
The upright man, as he can trust God with his soul, so he can trust him with all his temporal concernments;
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he can quietly and with contentment leave his children and all relations unto Gods care, provision and protection;
he can quietly and with contentment leave his children and all relations unto God's care, provision and protection;
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he knowes he leaves them with a better friend and father, then ever he was or could be to them.
he knows he leaves them with a better friend and father, then ever he was or could be to them.
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An excellent passage was that of Luther to this purpose, who drawing neere to death said, Lord thou hast given me wife and children, I have no houses, Lands or Portion to leave them; Sed tibi redde;
an excellent passage was that of Luther to this purpose, who drawing near to death said, Lord thou hast given me wife and children, I have no houses, Lands or Portion to leave them; Said tibi red;
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nutri, doce, serva, ut hactenus me pater, pupillorum, et judex viduarum; nutri, doce, Serva, ut Hactenus me pater, pupillorum, et Judge viduarum;
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I returne them back to thee, Do thou maintaine, teach and preserve them, as hitherto thou hast done me, thou Father of the fatherlesse, and judge of widowes.
I return them back to thee, Do thou maintain, teach and preserve them, as hitherto thou hast done me, thou Father of the fatherless, and judge of Widows.
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6. Lastly by peace may here be understood a state of peace and happiness, which the upright man enters into at death.
6. Lastly by peace may Here be understood a state of peace and happiness, which the upright man enters into At death.
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His end is peace, i.e. at death he enters into possession of perfect blisse and happinesse, a state of perfect freedome from all miserable-making evils both of sin and afflictions,His end is peace, i.e. At death he enters into possession of perfect bliss and happiness, a state of perfect freedom from all miserable-making evils both of since and afflictions,
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and into the enjoyment of all happy-making mercyes, both of grace and glory.
and into the enjoyment of all happy-making Mercies, both of grace and glory.
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The upright man at death shall be at peace from sin, that cursed inmate that hath so long perplexed him;
The upright man At death shall be At peace from since, that cursed inmate that hath so long perplexed him;
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from Satan with all his fierce assaults and fierie Darts, and from this present evil world with all its entangling snares.
from Satan with all his fierce assaults and fiery Darts, and from this present evil world with all its entangling snares.
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But here before I leave the explication of the terme I shall answer one question, which is this,
But Here before I leave the explication of the term I shall answer one question, which is this,
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Why or in what regard is it said that the end of the upright man is peace? Have not upright men peace before their end,
Why or in what regard is it said that the end of the upright man is peace? Have not upright men peace before their end,
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even immediately upon beleeving? Doth not the Scripture say Rom. 5.1. Being justified by faith we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ?
even immediately upon believing? Does not the Scripture say Rom. 5.1. Being justified by faith we have peace with God through our Lord jesus christ?
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To this I answer, That the upright man in this life, and that even then when he lies under greatest troubles, either inward or outward, hath a firme and stable ground of peace? He hath a constant and never failing right to peace;
To this I answer, That the upright man in this life, and that even then when he lies under greatest Troubles, either inward or outward, hath a firm and stable ground of peace? He hath a constant and never failing right to peace;
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yea, he hath the beginnings and first fruits of peace, yet at his end he hath peace eminently,
yea, he hath the beginnings and First fruits of peace, yet At his end he hath peace eminently,
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and that in these 3. respects. 1. The upright man at his end shall have full and perfect peace;
and that in these 3. respects. 1. The upright man At his end shall have full and perfect peace;
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now upright men have onely tastes of this peace, but then they shall have full meals.
now upright men have only tastes of this peace, but then they shall have full meals.
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Now they gather but the clusters of Canaan, but then will be the vintage;
Now they gather but the clusters of Canaan, but then will be the vintage;
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now they have but the first fruits, but then they shal reap the full harvest and crop of joy and comfort. Isaiah. 26.3. Thou shalt keep him in perfect peace &c. The Hebrew is peace, peace; peace and nothing else but peace, peace even as much as his heart can hold.
now they have but the First fruits, but then they shall reap the full harvest and crop of joy and Comfort. Isaiah. 26.3. Thou shalt keep him in perfect peace etc. The Hebrew is peace, peace; peace and nothing Else but peace, peace even as much as his heart can hold.
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2. The upright mans end is peace eminently, for then he shall have and enjoy uninterrupted peace;
2. The upright men end is peace eminently, for then he shall have and enjoy uninterrupted peace;
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then there shall no more be any ebbings or flowings either of grace or comfort, as now there are;
then there shall no more be any ebbings or flowings either of grace or Comfort, as now there Are;
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now the most upright men are sometimes up in joy and beleeving, and anon down againe in sorrow and despondencie of Spirit;
now the most upright men Are sometime up in joy and believing, and anon down again in sorrow and despondency of Spirit;
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but then there shall be no interruptions in his enjoying God, there will be then no clouds of unbeleefe or any other sin hiding Gods face from the soule;
but then there shall be no interruptions in his enjoying God, there will be then no Clouds of unbelief or any other since hiding God's face from the soul;
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no interposition of any sublunary things betweene the upright man and his God to eclipse the light of Gods countenance from shining upon his soule.
no interposition of any sublunary things between the upright man and his God to eclipse the Light of God's countenance from shining upon his soul.
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3. The upright mans end is peace eminently, for then he shall be possessed of everlasting peace;
3. The upright men end is peace eminently, for then he shall be possessed of everlasting peace;
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the peace and happinesse he shall then enter upon, shall never have an end. And thus you have the Doctrine proved and explicated.
the peace and happiness he shall then enter upon, shall never have an end. And thus you have the Doctrine proved and explicated.
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I shall conclude this head with that saying of Bernard, upright men have gaudium in re, gaudium in spe;
I shall conclude this head with that saying of Bernard, upright men have gaudium in re, gaudium in See;
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gaudium de possessione, gaudium de promissione. The same I affirm concerning the peace mentioned in the Text;gaudium de possession, gaudium de promission. The same I affirm Concerning the peace mentioned in the Text;
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they have it both in possession and in hope;
they have it both in possession and in hope;
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they have it in regard of those things they already possesse, and also in regard of what they have in the promise.
they have it in regard of those things they already possess, and also in regard of what they have in the promise.
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Having explicated the termes of the Text and Doctrine, I now proceed to the second generall propounded in the prosecution of the Doctrine,
Having explicated the terms of the Text and Doctrine, I now proceed to the second general propounded in the prosecution of the Doctrine,
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namely to give the reasons of the Doctrine, why the upright mans end is, and most certainly shall be peace?
namely to give the Reasons of the Doctrine, why the upright men end is, and most Certainly shall be peace?
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And the first is, because the upright man hath the ground and foundation of firme and solid peace.
And the First is, Because the upright man hath the ground and Foundation of firm and solid peace.
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He hath an interest in that which is the only ground and foundation of firme and lasting peace,
He hath an Interest in that which is the only ground and Foundation of firm and lasting peace,
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and that is the favour of God, and the blood and merit of Jesus Christ.
and that is the favour of God, and the blood and merit of jesus christ.
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Now where the ground and cause of any thing is, there the effect must needs follow;
Now where the ground and cause of any thing is, there the Effect must needs follow;
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but upright men, they have an interest in Gods love and favour, God is reconciled unto them,
but upright men, they have an Interest in God's love and favour, God is reconciled unto them,
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and therefore peace must needs follow and be the issue. Grace mercy and peace are usually joyned together in Pauls salutations;
and Therefore peace must needs follow and be the issue. Grace mercy and peace Are usually joined together in Paul's salutations;
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now an upright man hath an interest in both the former, he hath already been made, partaker of grace and mercy, of Gods free love and favour,
now an upright man hath an Interest in both the former, he hath already been made, partaker of grace and mercy, of God's free love and favour,
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and of pardoning mercy and therefore he shall at last most certainly partake of peace also,
and of pardoning mercy and Therefore he shall At last most Certainly partake of peace also,
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as the effect and consequent of the former.
as the Effect and consequent of the former.
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And as he hath an interest in the favour of God, so also in Christ the author and fountaine of peace,
And as he hath an Interest in the favour of God, so also in christ the author and fountain of peace,
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and in that precious blood that procures and purchases it.
and in that precious blood that procures and purchases it.
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He hath an interest in Christ who is the Prince of peace, and therefore will give peace to all his people Yea Christ is said to be our peace, Ephes. 2.14. he having purchased it by his blood:
He hath an Interest in christ who is the Prince of peace, and Therefore will give peace to all his people Yea christ is said to be our peace, Ephesians 2.14. he having purchased it by his blood:
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He certainely who hath God to be his God, and Christ to be his Saviour, his end must needs be peace;
He Certainly who hath God to be his God, and christ to be his Saviour, his end must needs be peace;
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but so hath every upright man.
but so hath every upright man.
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The end of the upright man is and shall be peace secondly, because he hath the root of peace within him,
The end of the upright man is and shall be peace secondly, Because he hath the root of peace within him,
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and that is righteousness, an inward Principle of Spiritual life and grace;
and that is righteousness, an inward Principle of Spiritual life and grace;
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and he who hath the root which is righteousnesse shall certainly at last bring forth the fruit which is peace. Isa. 32.17. The work of righteousnesse shall be peace;
and he who hath the root which is righteousness shall Certainly At last bring forth the fruit which is peace. Isaiah 32.17. The work of righteousness shall be peace;
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and the effect of righteousnesse, quietnesse and assurance for ever. This however at the upright mans end, if not before.and the Effect of righteousness, quietness and assurance for ever. This however At the upright men end, if not before.
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For as it is with plants and trees, though the fruit appear not in winter,
For as it is with plants and trees, though the fruit appear not in winter,
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but be kept in and down by nipping frosts, yet in the spring it doth appeare,
but be kept in and down by nipping frosts, yet in the spring it does appear,
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and shall be gathered in the Autumn;
and shall be gathered in the Autumn;
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so though sins and afflictions may nippe the Godly mans peace at present, yet it shall spring up againe,
so though Sins and afflictions may nip the Godly men peace At present, yet it shall spring up again,
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and he shall at last gather the fruit of it.
and he shall At last gather the fruit of it.
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The third reason of the Doctrine viz. why the upright mans end is peace, is because the upright man hath walk't in the way of peace,
The third reason of the Doctrine viz. why the upright men end is peace, is Because the upright man hath walked in the Way of peace,
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and therefore shall attaine it at his journeys end. Holinesse is the way to happinesse, uprightness unto peace;
and Therefore shall attain it At his journeys end. Holiness is the Way to happiness, uprightness unto peace;
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Holiness hath been the upright mans way, and therefore certainly happinesse shall be his end.
Holiness hath been the upright men Way, and Therefore Certainly happiness shall be his end.
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Whereas on the other side wicked men are described to be such as have not knowne the way of peace and therefore they shall never enjoy it,
Whereas on the other side wicked men Are described to be such as have not known the Way of peace and Therefore they shall never enjoy it,
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but destruction and misery are in their wayes, and shall be in their end. Rom. 3.16.17.
but destruction and misery Are in their ways, and shall be in their end. Rom. 3.16.17.
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For they who walke not in the way, and use not the meanes leading to such an end shall never attain that end.
For they who walk not in the Way, and use not the means leading to such an end shall never attain that end.
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But uprightness being the way to peace, they who walke in that way shall be sure to attaine it.
But uprightness being the Way to peace, they who walk in that Way shall be sure to attain it.
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The 4th ground or reason of the Doctrine is drawne from the righteousness of God, which engages him to give peace to his people at last, to recompence those troubles and sufferings they have undergone for him here. 2. Thes. 1.6.7.
The 4th ground or reason of the Doctrine is drawn from the righteousness of God, which engages him to give peace to his people At last, to recompense those Troubles and sufferings they have undergone for him Here. 2. Thebes 1.6.7.
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Seeing it is a righteous thing with God to recompence tribulation to them that trouble you, Seeing it is a righteous thing with God to recompense tribulation to them that trouble you,
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and to you who are troubled, rest with us, &c. Which yet is not to be understood as if these sufferings of Gods people deserved peace and rest.and to you who Are troubled, rest with us, etc. Which yet is not to be understood as if these sufferings of God's people deserved peace and rest.
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No, the Apostle tells us Rom. 8.18. That the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory that shall be revealed in us.
No, the Apostle tells us Rom. 8.18. That the sufferings of this present time Are not worthy to be compared with the glory that shall be revealed in us.
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So that the recompence of reward bestowed upon Gods people is of free grace and meer mercy:
So that the recompense of reward bestowed upon God's people is of free grace and mere mercy:
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And when it is said to be righteous with God, this righteousnesse ariseth not from any proportion between the sufferings and reward,
And when it is said to be righteous with God, this righteousness arises not from any proportion between the sufferings and reward,
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but from the promise of God whereby he hath engaged to bestow it.
but from the promise of God whereby he hath engaged to bestow it.
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The fifth and last Reason, why the end of the upright man is peace, is because the upright man is at peace with his end.
The fifth and last Reason, why the end of the upright man is peace, is Because the upright man is At peace with his end.
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He is at peace with death it selfe, so that death is no longer an enemy,
He is At peace with death it self, so that death is no longer an enemy,
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but a reconciled friend, its sting being taken out. The nature of it is a••ered unto beleevers from what it is unto wicked men.
but a reconciled friend, its sting being taken out. The nature of it is a••ered unto believers from what it is unto wicked men.
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It is not now the gate of hell, but the doore of heaven.
It is not now the gate of hell, but the door of heaven.
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It's not the end of his happiness, but an entrance into glory, and the end of all his miseries.
It's not the end of his happiness, but an Entrance into glory, and the end of all his misery's.
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Death is made his, 1. Cor. 3.22. Death is there put into the Saints charter;
Death is made his, 1. Cor. 3.22. Death is there put into the Saints charter;
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its enrolled in the inventory of their goods and chattells, and reckoned among their chiefest and choisest priviledges.
its enrolled in the inventory of their goods and chattels, and reckoned among their chiefest and Choicest privileges.
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I proceed now to the application of the Doctrine. The first use of the point is by way of instruction.
I proceed now to the application of the Doctrine. The First use of the point is by Way of instruction.
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And there are several practical lessons or inferences that may be deduced from this Doctrine. 1. The first instruction, or inference is this.
And there Are several practical Lessons or inferences that may be deduced from this Doctrine. 1. The First instruction, or Inference is this.
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Learne hence that there is a great deal of difference between the godly and the wicked,
Learn hence that there is a great deal of difference between the godly and the wicked,
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as in their way, so also in their end.
as in their Way, so also in their end.
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The end of the upright man is peace, but the end of the wicked is to be cut off. The end of the upright man is peace, but the end of the wicked is to be Cut off.
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There is no peace to the wicked ( Isa. 57. last.) neither in life, nor at death.
There is no peace to the wicked (Isaiah 57. last.) neither in life, nor At death.
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God himself hath said it, and therefore wicked men have no ground to expect it.
God himself hath said it, and Therefore wicked men have no ground to expect it.
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All you who are profane persons, or hypocrites and hollow-hearted Professours expect no peace, but read your doome in the verse following the Text,
All you who Are profane Persons, or Hypocrites and hollowhearted Professors expect no peace, but read your doom in the verse following the Text,
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even to be destroyed together and to be cut off.
even to be destroyed together and to be Cut off.
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No peace to be lookt for, especially at your latter end, when you come to die then your greatest misery begins.
No peace to be looked for, especially At your latter end, when you come to die then your greatest misery begins.
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However you may boulster up, and please your selves with false hopes while you live, yet when you come to die these will faile you;
However you may bolster up, and please your selves with false hope's while you live, yet when you come to die these will fail you;
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and then if you die in your sinnes, there will remaine nothing for you but a fearfull looking for of wrath and fiery indignation, Heb. 10.17. Oh flatter not your selves therefore with your present worldly enjoyments, but consider what your end is like to be.
and then if you die in your Sins, there will remain nothing for you but a fearful looking for of wrath and fiery Indignation, Hebrew 10.17. O flatter not your selves Therefore with your present worldly enjoyments, but Consider what your end is like to be.
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It will be with you who have enjoyed fill of Creature comforts, of Riches, Honours, pleasures,
It will be with you who have enjoyed fill of Creature comforts, of Riches, Honours, pleasures,
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if you have not upright hearts, as with the rich man in the Gospel Luke. 16.22. at last he died, and there was an end of all his enjoyments;
if you have not upright hearts, as with the rich man in the Gospel Lycia. 16.22. At last he died, and there was an end of all his enjoyments;
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and the next newes you heare of him is, that he was in hell tormented there, vers. 23.24.
and the next news you hear of him is, that he was in hell tormented there, vers. 23.24.
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So will it be with you: Die you must, and Hell will be your Portion:
So will it be with you: Die you must, and Hell will be your Portion:
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wicked men they have the workst at last, but now the upright man hath his best at last. Prov. 14.32.
wicked men they have the workest At last, but now the upright man hath his best At last. Curae 14.32.
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The righteous hath hope in his death, though this way may be rough and troublesome, yet his end is peace.The righteous hath hope in his death, though this Way may be rough and troublesome, yet his end is peace.
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And therefore one saith well Improbi dum spirant, perant, justus, etiam cum expirat, sperat. Wicked men while they have life, they have hope:
And Therefore one Says well Improbi dum spirant, perant, justus, etiam cum expirat, Hopes. Wicked men while they have life, they have hope:
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But the hipocrites hope shall perish; their hopes expire with their lives: when they breath out their lives, they breath out their hopes.
But the Hypocrites hope shall perish; their hope's expire with their lives: when they breath out their lives, they breath out their hope's.
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But now when the upright man comes to dye, his hope is freshest and most lively;
But now when the upright man comes to die, his hope is Freshest and most lively;
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and he breathes out his soule into his heavenly Fathers bosom. But here some may object;
and he breathes out his soul into his heavenly Father's bosom. But Here Some may Object;
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I do not beleeve all this:
I do not believe all this:
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For I see many of those that you call wicked men die as peaceably even as the strictest.
For I see many of those that you call wicked men die as peaceably even as the Strictest.
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To this I answer, that indeed wicked men may sometimes die with much seeming peace. But,
To this I answer, that indeed wicked men may sometime die with much seeming peace. But,
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First, The hypocrites and wicked mans seeming peace proceeds from the ignorance of his state, not from the goodness of his state;
First, The Hypocrites and wicked men seeming peace proceeds from the ignorance of his state, not from the Goodness of his state;
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from the ignorance of his misery, not from the well grounded knowledge of his right to happiness.
from the ignorance of his misery, not from the well grounded knowledge of his right to happiness.
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His peace is like the blind mans peace, he is upon the pitts brink, and yet he feares no danger, because he sees none;
His peace is like the blind men peace, he is upon the pits brink, and yet he fears no danger, Because he sees none;
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did he see the dangerous precipice he stands upon, his heart would ake. Such is the wicked mans peace;
did he see the dangerous precipice he Stands upon, his heart would ache. Such is the wicked men peace;
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he is ready to drop into hell, but he sees it not:
he is ready to drop into hell, but he sees it not:
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did he behold the pitt of hell he is ready to fall into, the flames of hell that are ready to seize upon him, it would make his heart to tremble.
did he behold the pit of hell he is ready to fallen into, the flames of hell that Are ready to seize upon him, it would make his heart to tremble.
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And is this peace desireable? Truly no. This mans peace is to be pittied, not envied.
And is this peace desirable? Truly no. This men peace is to be pitied, not envied.
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Suppose he do goe hoodwinked to hell, there his eyes shall be opened to behold his misery.
Suppose he do go hoodwinked to hell, there his eyes shall be opened to behold his misery.
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Secondly, the wicked mans seeming peace is from the security of his heart, not from the security of his estate.
Secondly, the wicked men seeming peace is from the security of his heart, not from the security of his estate.
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It is carnal security, not peace of conscience.
It is carnal security, not peace of conscience.
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He is fast a sleepe indeed, but is he ever the further off from danger? when the man is fast asleep, he sleeps sweetly, and never dreames of danger;
He is fast a sleep indeed, but is he ever the further off from danger? when the man is fast asleep, he sleeps sweetly, and never dreams of danger;
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he may have a swords point at his heart, a fire in his house, and that ready to seize upon him,
he may have a swords point At his heart, a fire in his house, and that ready to seize upon him,
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yet he stirs not, and will you call this peace? Such is the wicked mans peace;
yet he stirs not, and will you call this peace? Such is the wicked men peace;
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there is a knife at his throat, the swords point of Gods wrath at his very heart, the very flames of hell ready to seize upon him,
there is a knife At his throat, the swords point of God's wrath At his very heart, the very flames of hell ready to seize upon him,
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yet he still remaines fast a sleep in security; but he shall awake, if not here, yet hereafter;
yet he still remains fast a sleep in security; but he shall awake, if not Here, yet hereafter;
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and then he will feele himselfe burning under Gods eternal wrath. Thirdly, The wicked mans seeming peace is not peace, but presumption.
and then he will feel himself burning under God's Eternal wrath. Thirdly, The wicked men seeming peace is not peace, but presumption.
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It is built upon false and therefore fading grounds.
It is built upon false and Therefore fading grounds.
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It is built upon somewhat in himselfe, not upon Jesus Christ, now this will not last alwayes.
It is built upon somewhat in himself, not upon jesus christ, now this will not last always.
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No, if the light of the word do not discover the emptiness of the grounds of his confidence here,
No, if the Light of the word do not discover the emptiness of the grounds of his confidence Here,
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yet he shall have so much light even by the flames of hell hereafter as to see the vanity and falseness of them.
yet he shall have so much Light even by the flames of hell hereafter as to see the vanity and falseness of them.
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It is the godly man only that hath true peace and joy both in life and death.
It is the godly man only that hath true peace and joy both in life and death.
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Gaudium proprium piorum est, saith Augustine: and it is a good and true saying of Seneca, Sola virtus praestat gaudium perpetuum, securum. Gaudium proprium Piorum est, Says Augustine: and it is a good and true saying of Senecca, Sola virtus praestat gaudium perpetuum, Secure.
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But on the other hand the hypocrits peace must needs be fading, because it is false, Caduca sunt, quaecunque fucata sunt;
But on the other hand the Hypocrites peace must needs be fading, Because it is false, Caduca sunt, quaecunque fucata sunt;
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(saith Cyprian ) whatever is false, is fading. 2. The 2d. instruction, or lesson is the duty of the Text. Then marke the perfect man, behold the upright.
(Says Cyprian) whatever is false, is fading. 2. The 2d. instruction, or Lesson is the duty of the Text. Then mark the perfect man, behold the upright.
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Learne to observe and improve Gods dealings and different dispensations towards the godly and the wicked;
Learn to observe and improve God's dealings and different dispensations towards the godly and the wicked;
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especially improve them to beare up your hearts against the troubles of the Godly, and prosperity of the wicked, considering their different ends.
especially improve them to bear up your hearts against the Troubles of the Godly, and Prosperity of the wicked, considering their different ends.
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3. The third instruction is, if the end of the upright man, and him only be peace,
3. The third instruction is, if the end of the upright man, and him only be peace,
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then envy not the prosperity of the wicked. Alas it is but short-lived, it will be soone at an end. Psal. 37.2.10.13. They shall be soone cut down as the grass, and nither as the greene herb.
then envy not the Prosperity of the wicked. Alas it is but shortlived, it will be soon At an end. Psalm 37.2.10.13. They shall be soon Cut down as the grass, and nither as the green herb.
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Yet a little while, and the wicked shall not be — The Lord shall laugh at him for he seeth that his day is coming. Yet a little while, and the wicked shall not be — The Lord shall laugh At him for he sees that his day is coming.
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Wicked men have their portion in this life, it is all they are ever like to have,
Wicked men have their portion in this life, it is all they Are ever like to have,
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and they are like to pay deare for it: envy not therefore, but pitty wicked men in the ruffe of all their jollity.
and they Are like to pay deer for it: envy not Therefore, but pity wicked men in the ruff of all their jollity.
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4. The fourth instruction is, Then judge not the upright man as one forsaken of God because afflicted by God, or persecuted by men;
4. The fourth instruction is, Then judge not the upright man as one forsaken of God Because afflicted by God, or persecuted by men;
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judge him not by his present condition, but stay Gods time;
judge him not by his present condition, but stay God's time;
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stay till God hath done with him, and you will then see a peaceable end after a wearysom way.
stay till God hath done with him, and you will then see a peaceable end After a wearysom Way.
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And as we should not judge upright men from their present afflictions, so neither should they judge themselves the less beloved of God, because afflicted;
And as we should not judge upright men from their present afflictions, so neither should they judge themselves the less Beloved of God, Because afflicted;
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but let them wait Gods time, resting assured that God will make good that promise he hath made unto his people. Rom. 8.28. That all things shall worke together for good to them that love God.
but let them wait God's time, resting assured that God will make good that promise he hath made unto his people. Rom. 8.28. That all things shall work together for good to them that love God.
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5. The fifth and last instruction is, if the upright mans end be peace, then let none be discouraged from embracing and entring upon the wayes of God at first; or from continuing;
5. The fifth and last instruction is, if the upright men end be peace, then let none be discouraged from embracing and entering upon the ways of God At First; or from Continuing;
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and going on in them, because of any dangers or difficulties attending on them. What though the way be rugged, the end will make a mends for all;
and going on in them, Because of any dangers or difficulties attending on them. What though the Way be rugged, the end will make a mends for all;
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judge not of Religion by the ruggedness of the way, but by the blessedness of the end.
judge not of Religion by the ruggedness of the Way, but by the blessedness of the end.
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Looke not so much on the payne of Religion at the present, as on the gaine of Religion in the close.
Look not so much on the pain of Religion At the present, as on the gain of Religion in the close.
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Its peace you are in a tendency to now, finis conciliat medijs amorem, the end commends the means.
Its peace you Are in a tendency to now, finis conciliat Medias amorem, the end commends the means.
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And the peace spoken of in the Text is that which is worth the labouring after, and suffering for:
And the peace spoken of in the Text is that which is worth the labouring After, and suffering for:
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whatever you have done or suffered, or what ever you may yet doe or suffer, you will never repent of it,
whatever you have done or suffered, or what ever you may yet doe or suffer, you will never Repent of it,
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nor think your labour lost, or cost and paines, too much, when once you come to be possessed of this peace.
nor think your labour lost, or cost and pains, too much, when once you come to be possessed of this peace.
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The second use of the Doctrine is an use of examination, to put all of us upon the serious inquiry,
The second use of the Doctrine is an use of examination, to put all of us upon the serious inquiry,
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whether we be upright persons, such as have a right to this peace. We have heard the priviledge opened;
whither we be upright Persons, such as have a right to this peace. We have herd the privilege opened;
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it concernes us to search whether we have the qualification, unto which the promise is made.
it concerns us to search whither we have the qualification, unto which the promise is made.
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We should (every one of us) ask our hearts this question.
We should (every one of us) ask our hearts this question.
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Am I the upright man? Is my heart sincere and perfect with God? I might here urge motives to enforce this duty:
Am I the upright man? Is my heart sincere and perfect with God? I might Here urge motives to enforce this duty:
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But I need say no more then the words of the Text, The end of that man is peace.
But I need say no more then the words of the Text, The end of that man is peace.
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There is naturally a kind of itching humour in the mind of men whereby they are desirous to know the ends and issues of things;
There is naturally a kind of itching humour in the mind of men whereby they Are desirous to know the ends and issues of things;
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some are so desirous of this, that they will goe to the Divel, rather then be ignorant of them.
Some Are so desirous of this, that they will go to the devil, rather then be ignorant of them.
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But I can direct you to a lawful way to know what your end will be, what the end and issue will be of any trouble and afflictions:
But I can Direct you to a lawful Way to know what your end will be, what the end and issue will be of any trouble and afflictions:
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Do but prove your sincerity, and I can tell you what your end shall be, I dare assure you in Gods name, it shall be peace:
Do but prove your sincerity, and I can tell you what your end shall be, I Dare assure you in God's name, it shall be peace:
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I shall therefore indeavour to lay before you some characters of the upright man, and of that uprightness which entitles unto peace.
I shall Therefore endeavour to lay before you Some characters of the upright man, and of that uprightness which entitles unto peace.
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The first character of uprightness and of the upright man is Universality, and Uniformity in his whole course and carriage towards God and men.
The First character of uprightness and of the upright man is Universality, and Uniformity in his Whole course and carriage towards God and men.
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The upright man is universal and uniform in his respect to divine commands.
The upright man is universal and uniform in his respect to divine commands.
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He doth not cry up one duty and cry down another, practise one duty with the allowed neglect of another,
He does not cry up one duty and cry down Another, practise one duty with the allowed neglect of Another,
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but he approves, and indeavours to practise every known duty.
but he approves, and endeavours to practise every known duty.
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And indeed he that doth not every thing God commands in desire, purpose and indeavour, he doth nothing in a right manner or from a right Principle.
And indeed he that does not every thing God commands in desire, purpose and endeavour, he does nothing in a right manner or from a right Principle.
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Seneca describing a virtuous man (Epist. 120) sayth of him, that he is idem semper, et in omni actu par sibi, He is alwayes the same,Senecca describing a virtuous man (Epistle 120) say of him, that he is idem semper, et in omni Acts par sibi, He is always the same,
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and in every act like himselfe. Which may be well applied to the religious man:
and in every act like himself. Which may be well applied to the religious man:
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and the same Author in the same Epistle, Ostendit virtutem constantia et omnium inter se actionum concordia.
and the same Author in the same Epistle, Ostendit virtutem constantia et omnium inter se actionum Concord.
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Oh how will this Heathen shame many professed Christians, whose actions have no sutablenesse, nor bear any proportion one unto the other? And the uniformity of the upright mans obedience expresseth it selfe in two particulars.
O how will this Heathen shame many professed Christians, whose actions have no suitableness, nor bear any proportion one unto the other? And the uniformity of the upright men Obedience Expresses it self in two particulars.
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1 First, The upright man is careful of duties both towards God and toward man; of both first and second tableduties.
1 First, The upright man is careful of duties both towards God and towards man; of both First and second tableduties.
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And this must needs be thus, seeing all the commands of God are linked together.
And this must needs be thus, seeing all the commands of God Are linked together.
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Lex tota est una copulativa, saith • … yricus. The upright man is a holy man, one that makes conscience of his duty towards God:Lex tota est una copulativa, Says • … yricus. The upright man is a holy man, one that makes conscience of his duty towards God:
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the Septuagint render both words in the Text by NONLATINALPHABET, Sanctus, Prov. 2.21. Deut. 32.4. He is no perfect or upright man who is not a holy man, how just and righteous soever he may be in his carriage towards men.
the septuagint render both words in the Text by, Sanctus, Curae 2.21. Deuteronomy 32.4. He is no perfect or upright man who is not a holy man, how just and righteous soever he may be in his carriage towards men.
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And this cutts off all meer moralists from laying claim to sincerity, such I meane who are exactly just and righteous in their carriage towards men,
And this cuts off all mere moralists from laying claim to sincerity, such I mean who Are exactly just and righteous in their carriage towards men,
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but altogether careless in discharge of duty they owe to God:
but altogether careless in discharge of duty they owe to God:
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This moral justice is highly commendable, but he who hath no more is not an upright man in Gods account.
This moral Justice is highly commendable, but he who hath no more is not an upright man in God's account.
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This may do others more good here then it is like to do his own soule hereafter if he goe no further.
This may do Others more good Here then it is like to do his own soul hereafter if he go no further.
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As one illustrateth it well, a man misseth the marke as well by shooting short as wide. As one illustrateth it well, a man misses the mark as well by shooting short as wide.
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The profane person, he shoots wide of Heaven, never comes within view or ken of heaven.
The profane person, he shoots wide of Heaven, never comes within view or ken of heaven.
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But the most exact moralist, if he be no more, shoots short and so is like to misse the marke of happinesse? He may not be far from the kingdom of heaven,
But the most exact moralist, if he be no more, shoots short and so is like to miss the mark of happiness? He may not be Far from the Kingdom of heaven,
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but he is never like to come there, if he proceed no further in Religion then nature and reason can conduct him.
but he is never like to come there, if he proceed no further in Religion then nature and reason can conduct him.
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On the other side the upright man is a just man.
On the other side the upright man is a just man.
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He is and must be just to men as well as he is holy in his carriage towards God,
He is and must be just to men as well as he is holy in his carriage towards God,
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yea he cannot be the one in truth without being the other. The word NONLATINALPHABET In the Text the Septuagint render by NONLATINALPHABET, justus Job. 1.1.8.
yea he cannot be the one in truth without being the other. The word In the Text the septuagint render by, justus Job. 1.1.8.
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He is a just man, he is one that will do no man wrong, he will not raise himselfe or his family upon the ruines of others,
He is a just man, he is one that will do no man wrong, he will not raise himself or his family upon the ruins of Others,
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nor will he impoverish others to enrich himself. Gen. 6.9. Noah was a just man and perfect.
nor will he impoverish Others to enrich himself. Gen. 6.9. Noah was a just man and perfect.
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The hypocrite may put on a guise of Religion with the Scribes and Pharisees to cover his unjust designes and practises. Matth. 23.14. Wo unto you Scribes and Pharisees, hipocrites, for you devour widows houses, and for a pretence make long Prayers.
The hypocrite may put on a guise of Religion with the Scribes and Pharisees to cover his unjust designs and practises. Matthew 23.14. Woe unto you Scribes and Pharisees, Hypocrites, for you devour Widows houses, and for a pretence make long Prayers.
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But this dares not the upright man doe.
But this dares not the upright man do.
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No, this is far from uprightness, for ea non est religio, sed dissimulatio, quae per omnia non constat sibi;
No, this is Far from uprightness, for ea non est Religio, sed dissimulatio, Quae per omnia non constat sibi;
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that is not Religion but dissimulation, which doth not in all things agree with it selfe:
that is not Religion but dissimulation, which does not in all things agree with it self:
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non est vera religio, quae cum templo relinquitur (saith Lactantius. ) That is not true Religion which is left at Church doore.non est vera Religio, Quae cum templo relinquitur (Says Lactantius.) That is not true Religion which is left At Church door.
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No, true Religion will goe with a man to his family, to his shop, to his closet.
No, true Religion will go with a man to his family, to his shop, to his closet.
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As the Tables, in which the law was ingraven, were written on both sides, so the upright mans heart, which is a Copy and and transcript of the law of God, is written on both sides.
As the Tables, in which the law was engraven, were written on both sides, so the upright men heart, which is a Copy and and transcript of the law of God, is written on both sides.
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Now hypocrites, some of them seeme to be very fairely written on one side; look on them in their carriage toward men, they are candid and ingennous. But turne the other side;
Now Hypocrites, Some of them seem to be very fairly written on one side; look on them in their carriage towards men, they Are candid and ingenuous. But turn the other side;
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looke on their carriage towards God, and there is nothing of Religion to be seen or read in their families and Closets.
look on their carriage towards God, and there is nothing of Religion to be seen or read in their families and Closets.
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There are of them also that seem to have much of piety, but view them in their shops and dealings with men,
There Are of them also that seem to have much of piety, but view them in their shops and dealings with men,
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and you cannot spell Christians out of any of their actions.
and you cannot spell Christians out of any of their actions.
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But such as these are at best but half Christians, they have nothing of real religion in them;
But such as these Are At best but half Christians, they have nothing of real Religion in them;
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for divine commands, and graces are linked together;
for divine commands, and graces Are linked together;
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and virtus una sine alijs nulla est saith Gregory, one virtue without another is none at all.
and virtus una sine Alijs nulla est Says Gregory, one virtue without Another is none At all.
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But as inequality in the pulse argues distemper in the body; so inequality in mens conversations argueth much rottennesse in their hearts;
But as inequality in the pulse argues distemper in the body; so inequality in men's conversations argue much rottenness in their hearts;
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but where there is an unforme respect to Gods commands, he is the upright man whose end shall be peace.
but where there is an unform respect to God's commands, he is the upright man whose end shall be peace.
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2. Secondly, the upright man expresseth the universality and uniformity of his obedience by performing the most unpleasing duties,
2. Secondly, the upright man Expresses the universality and uniformity of his Obedience by performing the most unpleasing duties,
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and renouncing the most pleasing sins.
and renouncing the most pleasing Sins.
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I say uprightnesse lies very much in this, in a readinesse to embrace, and an indeavour to practise the most hard and difficult duties, those that are most unpleasing to flesh and blood,
I say uprightness lies very much in this, in a readiness to embrace, and an endeavour to practise the most hard and difficult duties, those that Are most unpleasing to Flesh and blood,
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and to renounce the most pleasing, profitable, and advantagious sinnes: uprightnesse will carry the heart through the most difficult duties.
and to renounce the most pleasing, profitable, and advantageous Sins: uprightness will carry the heart through the most difficult duties.
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He is no upright man, who picks and chuseth what he likes best in Religion, but layes aside the rest;
He is no upright man, who picks and chooseth what he likes best in Religion, but lays aside the rest;
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he that will practise the easie part of Religion, some external duties, or such duties only as are in credit,
he that will practise the easy part of Religion, Some external duties, or such duties only as Are in credit,
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and may be performed with safety, but lets alone more and hard difficult duties, or in parting with sins will part only with those he can best spare, is far from uprightnesse.
and may be performed with safety, but lets alone more and hard difficult duties, or in parting with Sins will part only with those he can best spare, is Far from uprightness.
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Servus, quando ex Domini jussis ea facit tantummodo quae vult jam non Dominicam voluntatem implet sed suam, saith Salvian; that servant which performes onely those commands of his Master which he will, he doth not fulfil his Masters will, but his own.Servus, quando ex Domini jussis ea facit tantummodo Quae vult jam non Dominicam voluntatem Implet sed suam, Says Salvian; that servant which performs only those commands of his Master which he will, he does not fulfil his Masters will, but his own.
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But now the upright man cheerfully goes about those duties, which doe most thwart his own interest:
But now the upright man cheerfully Goes about those duties, which do most thwart his own Interest:
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see an instance of this in Abraham, he can offer up his Isaac at Gods command Gen. 22.12.
see an instance of this in Abraham, he can offer up his Isaac At God's command Gen. 22.12.
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And this is made the evidence of his uprightnesse that he could and would deny God nothing.
And this is made the evidence of his uprightness that he could and would deny God nothing.
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Oh can you part with your Isaac at Gods command, sacrifice him to God, namely your dearest lusts and dearest comforts? The upright man is one that (at least in the bent of his heart) can perish for God. Thus Esther. Chap. 4.16.
O can you part with your Isaac At God's command, sacrifice him to God, namely your dearest Lustiest and dearest comforts? The upright man is one that (At least in the bent of his heart) can perish for God. Thus Esther. Chap. 4.16.
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He can goe on in a way of duty, though danger, yea death stare him in the face,
He can go on in a Way of duty, though danger, yea death stare him in the face,
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as Daniel and the three children did.
as daniel and the three children did.
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And as the upright man is willing to do most unpleasing duties, so to renounce the most pleasing, profitable and customary sinnes, this David pleads as an evidence of his sincerity, Psalm. 18.23. I was also upright before him and I kept my selfe from mine iniquity.
And as the upright man is willing to do most unpleasing duties, so to renounce the most pleasing, profitable and customary Sins, this David pleads as an evidence of his sincerity, Psalm. 18.23. I was also upright before him and I kept my self from mine iniquity.
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He can be content his Diana should be pulled down (so Christ may be advanced) though his gain come in that way,
He can be content his Diana should be pulled down (so christ may be advanced) though his gain come in that Way,
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or it be the ladder, by which he may climb up to honour.
or it be the ladder, by which he may climb up to honour.
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But if there be any sin the heart is unwilling to part with, it argues the hart unsound, one corruption indulged proves rottenness in the heart.
But if there be any since the heart is unwilling to part with, it argues the heart unsound, one corruption indulged Proves rottenness in the heart.
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For as it is not enough to denominate a man healthful, because he is not sick of a fever, pleurisy,
For as it is not enough to denominate a man healthful, Because he is not sick of a fever, pleurisy,
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or plague, unless he be free from all other diseases, so neither is freedome from some sinns an evidence of sincerity,
or plague, unless he be free from all other diseases, so neither is freedom from Some Sins an evidence of sincerity,
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unlesse there be a hatred of all. The upright man yeelds absolute obedience to Gods commands without caring or disputing.
unless there be a hatred of all. The upright man yields absolute Obedience to God's commands without caring or disputing.
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Examine whether you be thus uniform in your obedience. Secondly, A second character of the upright man is truth of heart.
Examine whither you be thus uniform in your Obedience. Secondly, A second character of the upright man is truth of heart.
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The perfect and upright man, he is a man of truth And I find the Septuagint rendring both NONLATINALPHABET and NONLATINALPHABET by NONLATINALPHABET verus. The former in Duter. 32.4. the latter in Job. 2.3.
The perfect and upright man, he is a man of truth And I find the septuagint rendering both and by verus. The former in Duter. 32.4. the latter in Job. 2.3.
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And we find a sincere heart a true heart. Hebr. 10.22. Let us draw neere with a true heart &c. And Psa. 57.6. Sincerity is called truth in the inward parts.
And we find a sincere heart a true heart. Hebrew 10.22. Let us draw near with a true heart etc. And Psa. 57.6. Sincerity is called truth in the inward parts.
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Behold thou desirest truth in the inward parts &c Now this truth of heart notes 2. things, 1. Reality, opposed to that which is fained, or counterfeit 2. Conformity to the Rule, opposed to falseness.Behold thou Desirest truth in the inward parts etc. Now this truth of heart notes 2. things, 1. Reality, opposed to that which is feigned, or counterfeit 2. Conformity to the Rule, opposed to falseness.
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1. Truth of heart notes reality; an upright man he is a real man. He is one, that is indeed what he seemes to be:
1. Truth of heart notes reality; an upright man he is a real man. He is one, that is indeed what he seems to be:
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He desires not to seem better then he is, but would be better then he seemes;
He Desires not to seem better then he is, but would be better then he seems;
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there is a consonancy betweene the upright man's heart, and his tongue; between his lips and his life.
there is a consonancy between the upright Man's heart, and his tongue; between his lips and his life.
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He doth not pretend one thing and intend another, nor dareth he make Religion a cloake or cover for his sinful carnal and corrupt designes.
He does not pretend one thing and intend Another, nor dareth he make Religion a cloak or cover for his sinful carnal and corrupt designs.
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The upright man is one whose heart is engaged in every duty he performes to God or men, he is sound at heart, not rotten and hollow-hearted as the hypocrite is.
The upright man is one whose heart is engaged in every duty he performs to God or men, he is found At heart, not rotten and hollowhearted as the hypocrite is.
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We read in Scripture of a sound mind. 2. Tim. 1 7. and of a heart sound in Gods statutes.
We read in Scripture of a found mind. 2. Tim. 1 7. and of a heart found in God's statutes.
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Psa. 119 80. And this is the sincere and upright heart.Psa. 119 80. And this is the sincere and upright heart.
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But now the hypocrite, though his outside may be painted, and look lovely, his inside is filthy and rotten;
But now the hypocrite, though his outside may be painted, and look lovely, his inside is filthy and rotten;
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he is a meer complementer in Religion;
he is a mere complementer in Religion;
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he gives God good words, but nothing of affection or reality appeares in any of his services.
he gives God good words, but nothing of affection or reality appears in any of his services.
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But the upright man is one without guile, (as Nathaneil is described to be, John. 1.47.) viz. he doth neither design,
But the upright man is one without guile, (as Nathaneil is described to be, John. 1.47.) viz. he does neither Design,
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nor indulge guile in his heart.
nor indulge guile in his heart.
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Uprightnesse is the law of God writtenin the hearts not only in the heads of men.
Uprightness is the law of God writtenin the hearts not only in the Heads of men.
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The hypocrite is a meer Master of cerimonies in Religion, according to that of Augustin speaking of hypocrites, quasi conantur quaerere & timent invenire.
The hypocrite is a mere Master of ceremonies in Religion, according to that of Augustin speaking of Hypocrites, quasi conantur quaerere & Timent invenire.
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2. Secondly, The truth of heart, which is the character of uprightnesse notes as reality, so conformity to the rule.
2. Secondly, The truth of heart, which is the character of uprightness notes as reality, so conformity to the Rule.
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The conformity of the heart unto the rule of Gods word, it is opposed to falseness of heart.
The conformity of the heart unto the Rule of God's word, it is opposed to falseness of heart.
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That is true which answers and is conformable to its Rules; that's a true Coppy which answers to and agrees with the Original.
That is true which answers and is conformable to its Rules; that's a true Copy which answers to and agrees with the Original.
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He is an upright man, whose heart answers to the heart of God, who is a man after Gods own heart.
He is an upright man, whose heart answers to the heart of God, who is a man After God's own heart.
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So David is described to be Acts. 13.22. and he was an upright man. The upright man is conformable unto God.
So David is described to be Acts. 13.22. and he was an upright man. The upright man is conformable unto God.
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His heart ecchoe's unto divine commands. Psalm. 27.8. When thou saidst, seek ye my face, my heart said unto thee, thy face, Lord, will I seek.
His heart ecchoe's unto divine commands. Psalm. 27.8. When thou Said, seek you my face, my heart said unto thee, thy face, Lord, will I seek.
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He fulfils all Gods wills in desire and endeavours;
He fulfils all God's wills in desire and endeavours;
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he hath a heart as large as the command, at least in the bent of it.
he hath a heart as large as the command, At least in the bent of it.
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Hence beleevers are said 2. Pet. 1.4.
Hence believers Are said 2. Pet. 1.4.
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to be made partakers of the Divine nature, which is, when there is a sutablenesse in the motions of the heart unto the commands of Christ,
to be made partakers of the Divine nature, which is, when there is a suitableness in the motions of the heart unto the commands of christ,
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and in the actions unto the patterne and example of Jesus Christ.
and in the actions unto the pattern and Exampl of jesus christ.
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Of the fulness of Christ receiving grace for grace, grace answering to grace, grace in the heart answering grace in Christ,
Of the fullness of christ receiving grace for grace, grace answering to grace, grace in the heart answering grace in christ,
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as the picture, or rather Image in the glass doth to the man, 2. Corin. 3.18. Beholding, as in a glass;
as the picture, or rather Image in the glass does to the man, 2. Corin. 3.18. Beholding, as in a glass;
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the glory of the Lord are changed into the same Image. the glory of the Lord Are changed into the same Image.
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Now there now is a twofold Image, Imago in pictura and Imago in speculo, the picture hath only some darke resemblances of the man, but;
Now there now is a twofold Image, Imago in pictura and Imago in speculo, the picture hath only Some dark resemblances of the man, but;
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in the Image in the glass there are not only the lineaments of a man, and the proportion of each member, but there is motion for motion:
in the Image in the glass there Are not only the lineaments of a man, and the proportion of each member, but there is motion for motion:
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If you smile, so doth the Image in the glass, if you weep, so doth that.
If you smile, so does the Image in the glass, if you weep, so does that.
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Thus it is with the upright man:
Thus it is with the upright man:
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the hipocrite may be as a dead picture of Religion, but the upright man is the moving and lively Image of Christ.
the hypocrite may be as a dead picture of Religion, but the upright man is the moving and lively Image of christ.
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So then he who walkes by rule, by the rule of the word, and according to the pattern of Christ, he is the perfect and upright man, whose end is and shall be peace. Hebr. 10.22. Let us draw neer with a true heart:
So then he who walks by Rule, by the Rule of the word, and according to the pattern of christ, he is the perfect and upright man, whose end is and shall be peace. Hebrew 10.22. Let us draw near with a true heart:
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It immediatly followe, with full assurance of faith.
It immediately follow, with full assurance of faith.
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He who hath attained to truth of heart, he is in Gods way unto full assurance of faith, and consequently unto peace;
He who hath attained to truth of heart, he is in God's Way unto full assurance of faith, and consequently unto peace;
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search and try therefore your hearts by this character. A third character of uprightness is purity of heart.
search and try Therefore your hearts by this character. A third character of uprightness is purity of heart.
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The upright man is one that is pure in heart. The word NONLATINALPHABET is by the Septuagint rendered NONLATINALPHABET Gen. 20.5.6. so also is NONLATINALPHABET Job. 33.3.
The upright man is one that is pure in heart. The word is by the septuagint rendered Gen. 20.5.6. so also is Job. 33.3.
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the upright man is one without mixture, he doth not mingle with sin and corruption, sin is indeed in his heart, but his heart is not in sin.
the upright man is one without mixture, he does not mingle with since and corruption, since is indeed in his heart, but his heart is not in since.
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I do not say, he is pure without sin, but though sin be in him, yet his heart remaines separated from it, and set against it.
I do not say, he is pure without since, but though since be in him, yet his heart remains separated from it, and Set against it.
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He is still working it out.
He is still working it out.
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Thus Gods people are described, 1 John. 3.3 Whosoever hath this hope in him, purifieth himselfe, even as he is pure. Acts. 15.9. purifyeing their hearts by faith.
Thus God's people Are described, 1 John. 3.3 Whosoever hath this hope in him, Purifieth himself, even as he is pure. Acts. 15.9. purifyeing their hearts by faith.
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And it is observable that in both those places it is not said that faith hath absolutely purified their hearts,
And it is observable that in both those places it is not said that faith hath absolutely purified their hearts,
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or that he that hath this hope is altogether purified from sin, but God continues purifieing hearts,
or that he that hath this hope is altogether purified from since, but God continues purifying hearts,
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and he is purifieing his heart; it is his daily work. Sin is no ingredient into the frame and constitution of the godly man's heart;
and he is purifying his heart; it is his daily work. since is no ingredient into the frame and constitution of the godly Man's heart;
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but now a wicked man the very frame of his heart mingles with corruption.
but now a wicked man the very frame of his heart mingles with corruption.
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This is set forth by the resemblance of a pot that hath the scum boyling into it Ezek. 24.12 Now this renders the liquor altogether useless.
This is Set forth by the resemblance of a pot that hath the scum boiling into it Ezekiel 24.12 Now this renders the liquour altogether useless.
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Corruption may sometimes boyle over in the heart of an upright man, but then he skims it off and casts it away, it doth not boyle into it;
Corruption may sometime boil over in the heart of an upright man, but then he skims it off and Cast it away, it does not boil into it;
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the heart of the wicked man is like a standing water or poole;
the heart of the wicked man is like a standing water or pool;
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if any durt or filth be flung into it, it abides there, and settles at the bottome,
if any dirt or filth be flung into it, it abides there, and settles At the bottom,
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but the heart of the upright man is like a spring or fountaine of living and running waters,
but the heart of the upright man is like a spring or fountain of living and running waters,
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if any durt be flung into it, it workes it out, so purifieth it selfe.
if any dirt be flung into it, it works it out, so Purifieth it self.
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Oh search and try your hearts, whether you have this character of an upright heart, that you are continually working out corruption;
O search and try your hearts, whither you have this character of an upright heart, that you Are continually working out corruption;
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for to such peace is promised. Psalm. 73.1. Truly God is good to Israel, even to such as are of a cleane heart. Matth. 5.8. Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.
for to such peace is promised. Psalm. 73.1. Truly God is good to Israel, even to such as Are of a clean heart. Matthew 5.8. Blessed Are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.
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And sure they who shall see God, their end must needs be peace. A fourth character of the upright man is simplicity and plainnesse of heart, and way.
And sure they who shall see God, their end must needs be peace. A fourth character of the upright man is simplicity and plainness of heart, and Way.
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The upright man is a plaine man, and this is opposed to craft, subilty and carnal policy. Hee is;
The upright man is a plain man, and this is opposed to craft, subilty and carnal policy. He is;
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one, as Pagnine glosseth, that is not fraudulentus consilijs, non varius, sed simplex. This is the character given of Jacob, Gen. 25.27. Jacob was a plaine man.
one, as Pagnine Glosseth, that is not fraudulentus consilijs, non varius, sed simplex. This is the character given of Jacob, Gen. 25.27. Jacob was a plain man.
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The Septuagint render it NONLATINALPHABET non fictus, non fucatus.
The septuagint render it non fictus, non fucatus.
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Aquila NONLATINALPHABET Simplex a man without folds, not like a serpent that can wind himself in and out.Aquila Simplex a man without folds, not like a serpent that can wind himself in and out.
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Yea NONLATINALPHABET is sometimes rendred by NONLATINALPHABET manifestus 1 Sam. 14.41. Give a perfect Lot. i.e. a clear, manifest one.
Yea is sometime rendered by manifestus 1 Sam. 14.41. Give a perfect Lot. i.e. a clear, manifest one.
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The upright man is a cleare-spirited man;
The upright man is a cleare-spirited man;
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an upright hearted man doth not desire to lie hid, so as not to be known what Religion he is of;
an upright hearted man does not desire to lie hid, so as not to be known what Religion he is of;
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he is not a cunning hunter as Esau. He is one that steers his course in Religion by Principles of piety, not rules of policy;
he is not a cunning hunter as Esau He is one that steers his course in Religion by Principles of piety, not rules of policy;
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by Scripture-light, not interests of state.
by Scripture light, not interests of state.
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He dares not subject his own conscience to his policy, he doth not so much enquire what is safe, as what is warrantable.
He dares not Subject his own conscience to his policy, he does not so much inquire what is safe, as what is warrantable.
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Though he condemne not the wisdome of the Serpent, yet he so allowes and useth it,
Though he condemn not the Wisdom of the Serpent, yet he so allows and uses it,
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as he will be sure to maintaine the innocency of the Dove. He is not afraid to own Religion for feare of being counted of a party.
as he will be sure to maintain the innocency of the Dove. He is not afraid to own Religion for Fear of being counted of a party.
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A notable Scripture that is (I wish it were written upon doores, yea in the hearts of Politicians) Psalm. 10•. 2. I will behave my selfe wisely in a perfect way.
A notable Scripture that is (I wish it were written upon doors, yea in the hearts of Politicians) Psalm. 10•. 2. I will behave my self wisely in a perfect Way.
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Uprightnesse doth not destroy prudence, or policy, but duly regulates it. Christians may, yea must walke wisely, but then it must be in a perfect way,
Uprightness does not destroy prudence, or policy, but duly regulates it. Christians may, yea must walk wisely, but then it must be in a perfect Way,
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so farr as may consist with a good conscience. An upright man makes policy serve Religion, not Religion subservient unto pol cy.
so Far as may consist with a good conscience. an upright man makes policy serve Religion, not Religion subservient unto pol cy.
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He allowes Religious policy, but he abhorres politick Religion.
He allows Religious policy, but he abhors politic Religion.
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And truly men of great-parts, and deepe worldly wisdome had need take heed their heads do not out-grow their hearts:
And truly men of great-parts, and deep worldly Wisdom had need take heed their Heads do not outgrow their hearts:
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But see they bring all their designes and actions unto the word of God, and try them by that.
But see they bring all their designs and actions unto the word of God, and try them by that.
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Oh examine your hearts, whether you have this simplicity and plainnesse of heart: For this is that, that will bring peace in the latter end. 2. Cor. 1.12. It was simplicity, and Godly sincerity, not worldly wisdome that administred cause of rejoyceing unto Paul, and so it will to you.
O examine your hearts, whither you have this simplicity and plainness of heart: For this is that, that will bring peace in the latter end. 2. Cor. 1.12. It was simplicity, and Godly sincerity, not worldly Wisdom that administered cause of rejoicing unto Paul, and so it will to you.
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A fifth character of the upright man is singleness, and integrity of heart.
A fifth character of the upright man is singleness, and integrity of heart.
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The perfect and upright man in the Text is a man of integrity, a single-hearted man.
The perfect and upright man in the Text is a man of integrity, a singlehearted man.
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Uprightnesse is set forth in Scripture by these and such like Phrases. A single eye Matth. 6.22. singlenesse of heart, Acts 2 46. one heart (Ezek. 11.19.) not a divided one. A new heart Ezek. 36.26. and that new heart is a whole heart. Psal. 119.2. Its called following God fully, Numb. 14.24. and the Septuagint render the Hebrew word by NONLATINALPHABET totus Levit. 25.30 a full yeare. And by NONLATINALPHABET integer Ezek. 15.5.
Uprightness is Set forth in Scripture by these and such like Phrases. A single eye Matthew 6.22. singleness of heart, Acts 2 46. one heart (Ezekiel 11.19.) not a divided one. A new heart Ezekiel 36.26. and that new heart is a Whole heart. Psalm 119.2. Its called following God Fully, Numb. 14.24. and the septuagint render the Hebrew word by totus Levit. 25.30 a full year. And by integer Ezekiel 15.5.
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Now these expressions carry in them these two things eminently, as those wherein integrity, and singlenesse of heart mainly consists,
Now these expressions carry in them these two things eminently, as those wherein integrity, and singleness of heart mainly consists,
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namely chusing God only, and, following God fully.
namely choosing God only, and, following God Fully.
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1. The upright man expresseth and evidenceth the integrity and singlenesse of his heart in chusing God only.
1. The upright man Expresses and Evidenceth the integrity and singleness of his heart in choosing God only.
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God is the upright man's choice. God is his center, where he resolves to fixe, seeking no where else for happinesse.
God is the upright Man's choice. God is his centre, where he resolves to fix, seeking no where Else for happiness.
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He chuseth God for his portion, and accounts him his exceeding reward. This was the frame of the Psalmists Spirit. Psalm. 73.25.26. Whom have I in heaven but thee? And there is none upon earth, that I can desire besides thee.
He chooseth God for his portion, and accounts him his exceeding reward. This was the frame of the Psalmists Spirit. Psalm. 73.25.26. Whom have I in heaven but thee? And there is none upon earth, that I can desire beside thee.
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My flesh and my heart faileth, but God is the strength of my heart, and my portion for ever. My Flesh and my heart Faileth, but God is the strength of my heart, and my portion for ever.
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He lookes on Religion as the one thing necessary, and all other things (at least so farr as they hinder him in his christian course) but as incumbrances.
He looks on Religion as the one thing necessary, and all other things (At least so Far as they hinder him in his christian course) but as encumbrances.
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Oh search, whether this be the frame of your heart.
O search, whither this be the frame of your heart.
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The upright man singles out God from all other things, both as his object, and as his end;
The upright man singles out God from all other things, both as his Object, and as his end;
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as the object of his faith, hope, desire, love, feare, joy and delight; and as the end of all his actions, and undertakings.
as the Object of his faith, hope, desire, love, Fear, joy and delight; and as the end of all his actions, and undertakings.
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Hence that phrase of a single eye. Matth. 6.22. The hypocrite sees double. He never lookes singly at God, but at God and the world together.
Hence that phrase of a single eye. Matthew 6.22. The hypocrite sees double. He never looks singly At God, but At God and the world together.
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The hypocrite hath a fquint eye, lookes many wayes at once: He seemes to looke full in your face, when yet he lookes another way.
The hypocrite hath a fquint eye, looks many ways At once: He seems to look full in your face, when yet he looks Another Way.
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The hypocrite hath an eye to his profit, pleasure, honour, friends, relations;
The hypocrite hath an eye to his profit, pleasure, honour, Friends, relations;
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and yet all this while he seemes to looke God full in the face, as if he had chosen him alone.
and yet all this while he seems to look God full in the face, as if he had chosen him alone.
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The upright heart is that one heart promised Ezek. 11.19. opposed to a double mind, and a divided heart, to one that hath a heart and a heart, a heart devided betweene God and the world, God and his lusts.
The upright heart is that one heart promised Ezekiel 11.19. opposed to a double mind, and a divided heart, to one that hath a heart and a heart, a heart divided between God and the world, God and his Lustiest.
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But now the hypocrite is a double minded man so the Scripture termes him James 1.6, 8. He is one in suspence, knowes not which way to take.
But now the hypocrite is a double minded man so the Scripture terms him James 1.6, 8. He is one in suspense, knows not which Way to take.
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Sometimes he bids faire for heaven; but then againe he repents of his bargaine, looking on it as a hard bargaine,
Sometime he bids fair for heaven; but then again he repents of his bargain, looking on it as a hard bargain,
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and the way to heaven as to strict for him.
and the Way to heaven as to strict for him.
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The hypocrite hath a heart (seemingly) for God, and a heart for the world also;
The hypocrite hath a heart (seemingly) for God, and a heart for the world also;
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but the upright man hath but one heart, and that heart is for God. The upright heart, is an heart one with Christ, and nothing else.
but the upright man hath but one heart, and that heart is for God. The upright heart, is an heart one with christ, and nothing Else.
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God will be served with, yea he delights in a broken heart: But he abhorres a double and divided heart.
God will be served with, yea he delights in a broken heart: But he abhors a double and divided heart.
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Try your hearts by this character.
Try your hearts by this character.
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Is God your only choice? For the end of this single hearted man is peace.
Is God your only choice? For the end of this single hearted man is peace.
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He who hath chosen God will never repent of his choice. Acts 2.46. you find gladnesse and singlenesse of heart joyn'd together.
He who hath chosen God will never Repent of his choice. Acts 2.46. you find gladness and singleness of heart joined together.
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2. Secondly, The upright man manifesteth his integrity in that he followes God fully;
2. Secondly, The upright man manifesteth his integrity in that he follows God Fully;
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he serves God with his whole heart, with a whole heart and not a hollow heart;
he serves God with his Whole heart, with a Whole heart and not a hollow heart;
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his whole soule, mind, will, affections are all engaged for God Psalm. 119.2. That seek him with his whole heart. Numb.
his Whole soul, mind, will, affections Are all engaged for God Psalm. 119.2. That seek him with his Whole heart. Numb.
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14.24 Caleb fulfilled after the Lord. His heart was entire, and full for God. He filled up every duty, place, and relation with lively affections, the excercise of grace,
14.24 Caleb fulfilled After the Lord. His heart was entire, and full for God. He filled up every duty, place, and Relation with lively affections, the Exercise of grace,
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and the faithful discharge of duty. Uprightness is that, which fills up all our euties and all our actions.
and the faithful discharge of duty. Uprightness is that, which fills up all our euties and all our actions.
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An upright man is a full man, but an hypocrite is a empty man. Revel. 3.2. I have not found thy workes perfect;
an upright man is a full man, but an hypocrite is a empty man. Revel. 3.2. I have not found thy works perfect;
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NONLATINALPHABET I have not found them full. There workes made indeed a faire shew, but they were empty.
I have not found them full. There works made indeed a fair show, but they were empty.
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The hypocrites duties, they are all empty duties; he is ful-mouth'd but empty hearted. There is a vacuum in his heart and services.
The Hypocrites duties, they Are all empty duties; he is full-mouthed but empty hearted. There is a vacuum in his heart and services.
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There are great desputes An detur vacuum; whether there be a vacuum in nature. But certainly if it be to be found any where it is in the ignorant man's head, and the hypocrites heart:
There Are great disputes an detur vacuum; whither there be a vacuum in nature. But Certainly if it be to be found any where it is in the ignorant Man's head, and the Hypocrites heart:
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Hypocrites duties and performances may be full of parts, gifts expressions; as the works, of Sardis were;
Hypocrites duties and performances may be full of parts, Gifts expressions; as the works, of Sardis were;
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else she would not had a name to live, but they were empty of affection, grace, and experience.
Else she would not had a name to live, but they were empty of affection, grace, and experience.
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But the upright mans duties are filled with grace: His prayers are full prayers, full of Humility, faith, fervency.
But the upright men duties Are filled with grace: His Prayers Are full Prayers, full of Humility, faith, fervency.
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His hearing is filled with reverence, meeknesse, faith, resolutions of obedience. Each relation fill'd with a careful discharge of the duty of that Relation.
His hearing is filled with Reverence, meekness, faith, resolutions of Obedience. Each Relation filled with a careful discharge of the duty of that Relation.
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An upright man hath not only a full head, but also a full heart. An hypocrite is for the form of Godlinesse, but not the power.
an upright man hath not only a full head, but also a full heart. an hypocrite is for the from of Godliness, but not the power.
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But the upright man is for both, he is for the union of the forme and power of Godlinesse, which is the life of Religion as the separation of them is the very death of Religion.
But the upright man is for both, he is for the Union of the Form and power of Godliness, which is the life of Religion as the separation of them is the very death of Religion.
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Examine your uprightness by this character, as that which intitles unto peace. He that thus followes God fully, his end shall be peace.
Examine your uprightness by this character, as that which entitles unto peace. He that thus follows God Fully, his end shall be peace.
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Thus it was with Caleb. He was brought to the possession of Canaan at last, though he was long in the wildernesse first.
Thus it was with Caleb. He was brought to the possession of Canaan At last, though he was long in the Wilderness First.
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And so shall every upright man at last find rest in the heavenly Canaan. The fixth character of the upright man is.
And so shall every upright man At last find rest in the heavenly Canaan. The fixth character of the upright man is.
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He is one that walkes before God, and that walkes with God. I find uprightness in Scripture set forth by these expressions. Somtimes by walking before God. Gen. 17.1. walke thou before me, and be thou verfect.
He is one that walks before God, and that walks with God. I find uprightness in Scripture Set forth by these expressions. Sometimes by walking before God. Gen. 17.1. walk thou before me, and be thou verfect.
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The perfect, upright man is one that walkes before God i. e. He walkes alwayes as in Gods sight and presence.
The perfect, upright man is one that walks before God i. e. He walks always as in God's sighed and presence.
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He indeavours to approve himself unto God, rather then unto men. Psal. 16.8. I have set the Lord alwayes before me, becanse he is at my right hand, I shall not be moved.
He endeavours to approve himself unto God, rather then unto men. Psalm 16.8. I have Set the Lord always before me, becanse he is At my right hand, I shall not be moved.
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He sets God alwayes before him, and himselfe alwayes before God. He walkes as continually under Gods allseeing eye, and therefore he lookes to his inward,
He sets God always before him, and himself always before God. He walks as continually under God's All-seeing eye, and Therefore he looks to his inward,
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as well as his outward man:
as well as his outward man:
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And he that doth thus, his end shall certainly be peace, as it followes in Psalm. 16.8. Because he is at my right hand, I shall not be moved.
And he that does thus, his end shall Certainly be peace, as it follows in Psalm. 16.8. Because he is At my right hand, I shall not be moved.
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But now the hypocrite lookes only, or (at last) cheifly unto man his eye, and his approbation.
But now the hypocrite looks only, or (At last) chiefly unto man his eye, and his approbation.
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His workes may be exact before men, but they are not full, perfect.
His works may be exact before men, but they Are not full, perfect.
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( Reve. 32.) NONLATINALPHABET, before God: And this is charged on the Church of Sardis as her sin.
(Reve. 32.), before God: And this is charged on the Church of Sardis as her since.
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The hypocrites workes may have a very faire gloss to the eyes of men, be full of gifts and seeming zeal,
The Hypocrites works may have a very fair gloss to the eyes of men, be full of Gifts and seeming zeal,
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as the workes of Sardis; but they were not full before God the searcher of all hearts.
as the works of Sardis; but they were not full before God the searcher of all hearts.
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He saw somewhat to be wanting in them, yea the main requifite of all other, viz. the heart.
He saw somewhat to be wanting in them, yea the main requifite of all other, viz. the heart.
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Oh try your uprightnesse by this character.
O try your uprightness by this character.
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Yea further the upright man is described to be one that walkes with God as well as before him. He is a man of much communion with God;
Yea further the upright man is described to be one that walks with God as well as before him. He is a man of much communion with God;
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one that desires, indeavours, and makes it his great designe to maintaine constant, and uninterrupted communion with his God.
one that Desires, endeavours, and makes it his great Design to maintain constant, and uninterrupted communion with his God.
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Gen. 69. Noah was just and perfect: And how did this appear? He walked with God.Gen. 69. Noah was just and perfect: And how did this appear? He walked with God.
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This is made the evidence of his perfection. His heart was working towards God; Walking is an even, steady motion. Oh search you hearts.
This is made the evidence of his perfection. His heart was working towards God; Walking is an even, steady motion. O search you hearts.
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Do you study to maintaine communion with God? Then your end will be peace. Yea it is a signe that you are at peace with God already.
Do you study to maintain communion with God? Then your end will be peace. Yea it is a Signen that you Are At peace with God already.
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Amos 3.3 Can two men walke together, except they be agreed? And you have an example of this in Enoch Gen. 5.24. Enoch walked with God. The Syriack and Septuagint render it he pleased God. Which agrees with the Greek Hebr. 11.5.Amos 3.3 Can two men walk together, except they be agreed? And you have an Exampl of this in Enoch Gen. 5.24. Enoch walked with God. The Syriac and septuagint render it he pleased God. Which agrees with the Greek Hebrew 11.5.
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And indeed they who walk with God, they please God, and so shall be sure at last to enjoy peace.
And indeed they who walk with God, they please God, and so shall be sure At last to enjoy peace.
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A seventh character of the upright man is this. He is one that doth all from God, and all for God.
A seventh character of the upright man is this. He is one that does all from God, and all for God.
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God is the upright man's Principal, and God is his end. His Principle is divine influence, derived from Jesus Christ.
God is the upright Man's Principal, and God is his end. His Principle is divine influence, derived from jesus christ.
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His end is the glory of God, and Jesus Christ. These two are inseparable. He cannot act for Christ, that doth not act from him;
His end is the glory of God, and jesus christ. These two Are inseparable. He cannot act for christ, that does not act from him;
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no man can act above his Principle; now no Principle can lead the soule unto God, but that which comes from him.
no man can act above his Principle; now no Principle can led the soul unto God, but that which comes from him.
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The upright man sees all his well-springs of strength, and grace in Christ, and therefore fetcheth all from him.
The upright man sees all his wellsprings of strength, and grace in christ, and Therefore Fetches all from him.
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He acts not only from the strength of natural parts, the improvement of reason, from natural conscience,
He acts not only from the strength of natural parts, the improvement of reason, from natural conscience,
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or common gifts, but from union with Christ, and a principle of grace received from him.
or Common Gifts, but from Union with christ, and a principle of grace received from him.
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Oh examine your hearts, whether you be such as do all you do in Religion from Christ.
O examine your hearts, whither you be such as do all you do in Religion from christ.
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And as the upright man doth all from Christ, so he doth all for Christ.
And as the upright man does all from christ, so he does all for christ.
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God is the upright man's end, God-glorifying, and God-enjoying are the two great designs of the upright man.
God is the upright Man's end, God-glorifying, and God-enjoying Are the two great designs of the upright man.
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The upright man is one who can serve God for nought but God himself, knowing that if he hath God, he hath enough,
The upright man is one who can serve God for nought but God himself, knowing that if he hath God, he hath enough,
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yea, all though he hath nothing else; He can be contented, and well satisfied, if he enjoy God in any duty, estate,
yea, all though he hath nothing Else; He can be contented, and well satisfied, if he enjoy God in any duty, estate,
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or condition, what ever else he may be disappointed of.
or condition, what ever Else he may be disappointed of.
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He is one that values Gods interest above his own, and makes all his interests stoop to Gods. But now the Hypocrite, he makes God,
He is one that value's God's Interest above his own, and makes all his interests stoop to God's But now the Hypocrite, he makes God,
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and Religion stoop to, and serve his own ends; he accounts gain his godliness; but the godly man accounts godliness his great gain.
and Religion stoop to, and serve his own ends; he accounts gain his godliness; but the godly man accounts godliness his great gain.
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It is not the fire of the Altar, but the Gold of the Altar, that the hypocrite adores:
It is not the fire of the Altar, but the Gold of the Altar, that the hypocrite adores:
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the advantage to be gained by Religion, not the beauty, and excellency of Religion, is the loadstone that draws the hypocrite to the practise of it.
the advantage to be gained by Religion, not the beauty, and excellency of Religion, is the Loadstone that draws the hypocrite to the practice of it.
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Oh examine your hearts, whether you act for God, and imbrace Religion for its own sake;
O examine your hearts, whither you act for God, and embrace Religion for its own sake;
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for then you are the men, whose end shall be peace, for he who makes the glorifying of God his end of intention here on earth, shall comfortably and enjoying of God to be his end in possession,
for then you Are the men, whose end shall be peace, for he who makes the glorifying of God his end of intention Here on earth, shall comfortably and enjoying of God to be his end in possession,
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and of execution hereafter in heaven. An eighth Character of the upright man is this.
and of execution hereafter in heaven. an eighth Character of the upright man is this.
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The upright man is one that can be contented to be abased, so God and Jesus Christ may be exalted.
The upright man is one that can be contented to be abased, so God and jesus christ may be exalted.
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He can be content to be any thing, yea, nothing, 〈 ◊ 〉 God so please, that God may be all in all.
He can be content to be any thing, yea, nothing, 〈 ◊ 〉 God so please, that God may be all in all.
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He is one that prefers Gods honour before his own case, honour, yea, happiness.
He is one that prefers God's honour before his own case, honour, yea, happiness.
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And on the other hand a dishonour done to God goes nearer his heart, than any wrong, affront, or injury offered to himself.
And on the other hand a dishonour done to God Goes nearer his heart, than any wrong, affront, or injury offered to himself.
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He can (at least in the desire, and bent of his heart) be content that others should be used,
He can (At least in the desire, and bent of his heart) be content that Others should be used,
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though himself be laid aside, provided that God may be exalted:
though himself be laid aside, provided that God may be exalted:
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Yea, to be hid in the crowd, so he may lift up Christ upon his shoulders,
Yea, to be hid in the crowd, so he may lift up christ upon his shoulders,
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and render him more conspicuous unto the world: to be made a footstool, that Christ may get upon his throne.
and render him more conspicuous unto the world: to be made a footstool, that christ may get upon his throne.
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See two or three instances of this. That of Moses, Deut. 31.7.
See two or three instances of this. That of Moses, Deuteronomy 31.7.
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He can incourage Joshuae, though he knew he himself was to be turned out of office, to give place to Joshna. A thing that would have grated upon the Spirit of an envious, and ambitious hypocrite.
He can encourage Joshuae, though he knew he himself was to be turned out of office, to give place to Joanna. A thing that would have grated upon the Spirit of an envious, and ambitious hypocrite.
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So John the Baptist, John 3.30. He must increase, but I must decrease. The language of the upright man, when he acts and speaks like himself.
So John the Baptist, John 3.30. He must increase, but I must decrease. The language of the upright man, when he acts and speaks like himself.
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The like example of sincerity you have in Paul, 2 Cor. 4.5.
The like Exampl of sincerity you have in Paul, 2 Cor. 4.5.
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I preach not my self but Christ, I desire not that your eyes should be upon me,I preach not my self but christ, I desire not that your eyes should be upon me,
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but that your hearts should be carried unto Christ. The upright man is willing to give God the glory of all his undertakings.
but that your hearts should be carried unto christ. The upright man is willing to give God the glory of all his undertakings.
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As Joab sent to David, to take the honour of his victory, 2 Sam. 12.27, 28. So the upright man,
As Joab sent to David, to take the honour of his victory, 2 Sam. 12.27, 28. So the upright man,
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when he is inabled to do any thing for God, hee's jealous lest any part of the honour of it should be taken from God, and given unto him:
when he is enabled to do any thing for God, he's jealous lest any part of the honour of it should be taken from God, and given unto him:
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yea, the upright man prefers Gods glory abore his own happiness, upon supposition that both were not consistent,
yea, the upright man prefers God's glory abore his own happiness, upon supposition that both were not consistent,
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though he well knows, that they are in separable. See some instances of this. In Paul, Philip. 1.24. Nevertheless to abide in the flesh is more needful for you.
though he well knows, that they Are in separable. See Some instances of this. In Paul, Philip. 1.24. Nevertheless to abide in the Flesh is more needful for you.
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Paul was, and every Saint should be content to want present happiness in heaven, that he might be farther serviceable to God and his Church on earth. And yet further, Rom. 9.3. I could wish that my self were accursed from Christ, &c. and Exod. 32.32. — blot me, I pray thee, out of thy Book.
Paul was, and every Saint should be content to want present happiness in heaven, that he might be farther serviceable to God and his Church on earth. And yet further, Rom. 9.3. I could wish that my self were accursed from christ, etc. and Exod 32.32. — blot me, I pray thee, out of thy Book.
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Paul was not ignorant that the union between his soul and Christ was indissoluble, and Moses well knew there were no Errataes in the Book of life,Paul was not ignorant that the Union between his soul and christ was indissoluble, and Moses well knew there were no Errata in the Book of life,
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yet hereby they did express their sincere respects to Gods glory, and his peoples good above their own happiness.
yet hereby they did express their sincere respects to God's glory, and his peoples good above their own happiness.
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A ninth Character of the upright man is, He is one that is good in bad times.
A ninth Character of the upright man is, He is one that is good in bad times.
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He is steady and fixed in his principles in the worst times, and vnder variety of dispensations.
He is steady and fixed in his principles in the worst times, and under variety of dispensations.
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He will not dishonour God, or wound his • … ence to preserve his safety. An upright man, is a right man.
He will not dishonour God, or wound his • … ence to preserve his safety. an upright man, is a right man.
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So NONLATINALPHABET is rendered by the Septuagint, Judges, 17.6.
So is rendered by the septuagint, Judges, 17.6.
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He is one that will not be bowed or bent by the sinful customs, or examples of the times,
He is one that will not be bowed or bent by the sinful customs, or Examples of the times,
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and places where he lives, nor by either the frowns, or smiles of men. Thus Noah it described, Gen. •. 9. He was perfect, and that, in his generation, which was a very bad one. This was eminent perfection.
and places where he lives, nor by either the frowns, or smiles of men. Thus Noah it described, Gen. •. 9. He was perfect, and that, in his generation, which was a very bad one. This was eminent perfection.
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To be outwardly good, when Religion is in fashion (as Joash was seemingly very forward and zealous while Iehoiada lived) this is no evidence of sincerity.
To be outwardly good, when Religion is in fashion (as Joash was seemingly very forward and zealous while Jehoiada lived) this is no evidence of sincerity.
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Neque enim perfectè bonus est, nisi qui suerit & cummalis bonus, as an Antient saith. The upright man is firm, and fixed both in prosperity, and in adversity.Neque enim perfectè bonus est, nisi qui suerit & cummalis bonus, as an Ancient Says. The upright man is firm, and fixed both in Prosperity, and in adversity.
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The Laurel keeps its green even in the winter season, so doth the upright man maintain his Integrity in the worst times, and most afflicted state.
The Laurel keeps its green even in the winter season, so does the upright man maintain his Integrity in the worst times, and most afflicted state.
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As it is his duty, so it is also his endeavour to be most blameless, and harmless in the midst of a crooked and perverse generation, as the Apostle exhorts, Philip. 2.15.
As it is his duty, so it is also his endeavour to be most blameless, and harmless in the midst of a crooked and perverse generation, as the Apostle exhorts, Philip. 2.15.
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He is not one that swims down the stream, or that will stoop by base compliance to any unworthy practices,
He is not one that swims down the stream, or that will stoop by base compliance to any unworthy practices,
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but he stands his ground, and holds his own in all changes;
but he Stands his ground, and holds his own in all changes;
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not by turning with every wind, (with the worldly politician) but by having his heart fixed on the unchangeable God.
not by turning with every wind, (with the worldly politician) but by having his heart fixed on the unchangeable God.
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Lapidaries tell us of a stone that retains its vertue, and lustre, no longer than it is set in Gold;Lapidaries tell us of a stone that retains its virtue, and lustre, no longer than it is Set in Gold;
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a fit emblem of the hypocrite. But the upright man can glory in his tribulations.
a fit emblem of the hypocrite. But the upright man can glory in his tribulations.
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The upright man is one that dares not use unlawful, and indirect means to avoid danger, provide for his own safety, no, not to bring about the best ends.
The upright man is one that dares not use unlawful, and indirect means to avoid danger, provide for his own safety, no, not to bring about the best ends.
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He knows that only Gods means can bring about Gods ends in mercy. Examine your hearts by this Character.
He knows that only God's means can bring about God's ends in mercy. Examine your hearts by this Character.
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The tenth and last Character of an upright man is, that he is one that is still pressing after perfection.
The tenth and last Character of an upright man is, that he is one that is still pressing After perfection.
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He contents not himself with measures, and degrees of grace alteady received, but labours after more, and further degrees of grace.
He contents not himself with measures, and Degrees of grace alteady received, but labours After more, and further Degrees of grace.
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He lives up to what he knows in his desires and endeavours, and he indeavours to know more for that end, that he may live better.
He lives up to what he knows in his Desires and endeavours, and he endeavours to know more for that end, that he may live better.
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He is in continual motion towards God, and making progress in holiness. He is stark naught, that thinks he is good enough.
He is in continual motion towards God, and making progress in holiness. He is stark nought, that thinks he is good enough.
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Dixisti sufflcit? Defecisti, saith Beruard, and the same Father ( Epist. 91.) Minimè pro certe est bonus, qui melior esse non vult, Dixisti sufflcit? Defecisti, Says Bernard, and the same Father (Epistle 91.) Minimè Pro certain est bonus, qui melior esse non vult,
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& ubi incipit nolle fieri melior, ihi etiam de sinis esse bonus, He is not good at all, who willeth not to be better:& ubi incipit nolle fieri melior, ihi etiam de Sins esse bonus, He is not good At all, who wills not to be better:
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when you begin to be unwilling to become better, you cease to be good. He that stands still in Religion, declines and falls.
when you begin to be unwilling to become better, you cease to be good. He that Stands still in Religion, declines and falls.
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There is no medium between going forward, and declining in Religion. Nescit virtus me••suram gratiae, faith Ambrose; virtue knows no stint.
There is no medium between going forward, and declining in Religion. Nescit virtus me••suram Gratiae, faith Ambrose; virtue knows no stint.
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That of Bernard is applicable to this purpose, and is so made use of by him.
That of Bernard is applicable to this purpose, and is so made use of by him.
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Vidit Iacob angelos ascendentes & descendentes, stantem vel sedentem neminem. Iacob, he saw Angels ascending and descending, but none standing, or sitting still.Vidit Iacob Angels Ascendentes & descendentes, stantem vel sedentem neminem. Iacob, he saw Angels ascending and descending, but none standing, or sitting still.
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No, there is no standing still in the way to heaven. The main of a Christians perfection attainable in this life; is earnest breathings after it.
No, there is no standing still in the Way to heaven. The main of a Christians perfection attainable in this life; is earnest breathings After it.
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The constant work of a Christian, while on earth, is to be breathing after full conformity unto God:
The constant work of a Christian, while on earth, is to be breathing After full conformity unto God:
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according to that of Augustine, Tota vita boni Christiani est sanctum desiderium. The whole life of a good Christian is a holy desire.
according to that of Augustine, Tota vita boni Christians est sanctum desiderium. The Whole life of a good Christian is a holy desire.
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Thus Iob describes the righteous man, Iob 17.9. He is one that holds on his way, and grows stronger and stron•er.
Thus Job describes the righteous man, Job 17.9. He is one that holds on his Way, and grows Stronger and stron•er.
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He is still in progress, Prov. 4.18. the path of the just is as the shining light, that shineth more & more unto the perfect day:
He is still in progress, Curae 4.18. the path of the just is as the shining Light, that shines more & more unto the perfect day:
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light is still gaining upon darkness, grows clearer and clearer; so is the path of the just and upright man.
Light is still gaining upon darkness, grows clearer and clearer; so is the path of the just and upright man.
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And this was the frame and temper of Pauls Spirit, Philip. 3.12, 13, 14. I count not my self to have apprehended;
And this was the frame and temper of Paul's Spirit, Philip. 3.12, 13, 14. I count not my self to have apprehended;
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but this one thing I do, forgetting those things that are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before, I press toward the mark for the price of the high calling of God in Christ Iesus. but this one thing I do, forgetting those things that Are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which Are before, I press towards the mark for the price of the high calling of God in christ Iesus.
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Labour to try your hearts by all these Characters.
Labour to try your hearts by all these Characters.
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Yet in trying your hearts by any of these Charactes, remember that I am speaking of sincerity:
Yet in trying your hearts by any of these Characts, Remember that I am speaking of sincerity:
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And there are none of these Characters to be understood of a perfection of degrees,
And there Are none of these Characters to be understood of a perfection of Degrees,
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as though any of these were to be found in absolute perfection in the Souls of Saints here on earth,
as though any of these were to be found in absolute perfection in the Souls of Saints Here on earth,
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or that Gods people can find these actually at all times, but they direct Gods people what they should do and be, what the nature of uprightness leads to, what Saints do,
or that God's people can find these actually At all times, but they Direct God's people what they should do and be, what the nature of uprightness leads to, what Saints do,
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and how they act when they act like themselves, and what they are in the frame and bent of their Spirits, in the desire, design,
and how they act when they act like themselves, and what they Are in the frame and bent of their Spirits, in the desire, Design,
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and utmost endeavour of their souls.
and utmost endeavour of their Souls.
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So that men must not judge of themselves by any of these marks, by what they are in the heart and brunt of a violent temptation,
So that men must not judge of themselves by any of these marks, by what they Are in the heart and brunt of a violent temptation,
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or on the other hand, by what they are in a sudden pang of affection: But uprightness is to be judged by the general frame and bent of the heart,
or on the other hand, by what they Are in a sudden pang of affection: But uprightness is to be judged by the general frame and bent of the heart,
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and the tenour of the life and conversation:
and the tenor of the life and Conversation:
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And if you then find any of these evidences, you may safely conclude that you are the upright men, whose ends shall be peace.
And if you then find any of these evidences, you may safely conclude that you Are the upright men, whose ends shall be peace.
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And so much for this use, which is the main I had in my eye.
And so much for this use, which is the main I had in my eye.
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The third use of the Doctrine is a word of exhortation, to exhort all of you to labour to attain,
The third use of the Doctrine is a word of exhortation, to exhort all of you to labour to attain,
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and having attained to maintain this heart-perfection, and uprightnesse in your souls, this frame of spirit, which you have heard at large described to you Labour to be uniform, true, intire, plainhearted, single-eyed Christians.
and having attained to maintain this heart-perfection, and uprightness in your Souls, this frame of Spirit, which you have herd At large described to you Labour to be uniform, true, entire, plainhearted, single-eyed Christians.
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And having once attained it, see you keep it.
And having once attained it, see you keep it.
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Hold fast your integrity, and do not let it go, look on it as the choicest jewel in your crown.
Hold fast your integrity, and do not let it go, look on it as the Choicest jewel in your crown.
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Keep it as your chiefest treasure, yea as your very life.
Keep it as your chiefest treasure, yea as your very life.
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I conclude this exhortation in general with the gloss of Augustine upon the Text. Tene innocentiam, quo modo cum avarus esses, sacellum tenebas, ne tibi extorqueatur à Diabilo.
I conclude this exhortation in general with the gloss of Augustine upon the Text. Tene innocentiam, quo modo cum Avarus esses, sacellum tenebas, ne tibi extorqueatur à Devil.
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Keep your integrity, as the covetous man would do his purse, lest it be wrested from you by the Devil.
Keep your integrity, as the covetous man would do his purse, lest it be wrested from you by the devil.
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I shall add two or three words by way of motive. 1. Consider that uprightnesse of heart is Gods delight and choice.
I shall add two or three words by Way of motive. 1. Consider that uprightness of heart is God's delight and choice.
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God loves, delights in, and is well pleased with it; and indeed with nothing you do without it. It is Gods choice. John 4.23. The true worshipers shall worship the Father in Spirit and in Truth:
God loves, delights in, and is well pleased with it; and indeed with nothing you do without it. It is God's choice. John 4.23. The true worshippers shall worship the Father in Spirit and in Truth:
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for the Father seeketh such to worship him. God values not cares, not for the services of hollow-hearted hypocrites;for the Father seeks such to worship him. God value's not Cares, not for the services of hollowhearted Hypocrites;
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but he seeks such to serve him, as worship him in Spirit and in Truth. Psal. 51.6. God desires truth in the inwatd parts, yea the way of the upright is his delight. Prov. 11.20. Would you therefore please and delight the heart of God, labour then to attain and preserve uprightness.
but he seeks such to serve him, as worship him in Spirit and in Truth. Psalm 51.6. God Desires truth in the inwatd parts, yea the Way of the upright is his delight. Curae 11.20. Would you Therefore please and delight the heart of God, labour then to attain and preserve uprightness.
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2. Consider that uprightnesse of heart sweetens and savours all you do for God, and covers your infirmities;
2. Consider that uprightness of heart sweetens and savours all you do for God, and covers your infirmities;
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Uprightness is the salt that seasons all your services, and renders them savoury both to God and men;
Uprightness is the salt that seasons all your services, and renders them savoury both to God and men;
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especially to God. 2 Chron. 30.18, 19, 20. The good Lord pardon every one that prepareth his heart to seek God, the Lord God of his Fathers,
especially to God. 2 Chronicles 30.18, 19, 20. The good Lord pardon every one that Prepareth his heart to seek God, the Lord God of his Father's,
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though he be not cleansed according to the purification of the Sanctuary: and the Lord hearkned to Hezekiah, and healed the people. though he be not cleansed according to the purification of the Sanctuary: and the Lord hearkened to Hezekiah, and healed the people.
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O therefore look to the heart in every duty and action, see that that be sound.
Oh Therefore look to the heart in every duty and actium, see that that be found.
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The Pri•st when he cut up the sacrifice, the first thing he looked at, was the heart;
The Pri•st when he Cut up the sacrifice, the First thing he looked At, was the heart;
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if that were unsound, the sacrifice was rejected. Hypoerisie spoils all our performance, and causeth God to loath his own appointments.
if that were unsound, the sacrifice was rejected. Hypoerisie spoils all our performance, and Causes God to loath his own appointments.
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3. Consider the loss of uprightness in the least degree is one of the greatest losses you can sustain.
3. Consider the loss of uprightness in the least degree is one of the greatest losses you can sustain.
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Better lose your estates, names, liberties, friends, yea your very l• … es, than your sincerity.
Better loose your estates, names, Liberties, Friends, yea your very l• … es, than your sincerity.
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Whatever you get, though it were a Kingdome, you will be great losers, if you lose the integrity of your hearts.
Whatever you get, though it were a Kingdom, you will be great losers, if you loose the integrity of your hearts.
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Quid tibi prodest lucrum auri & damnum innoceutiae. Quid tibi profits lucrum auri & damnum innoceutiae.
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saith Augustine on the Text. What will the gain of gold profit you with the loss of innocence?
Says Augustine on the Text. What will the gain of gold profit you with the loss of innocence?
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4. The 4th motive is that in the Text. If you be upright men, your end will be peace.
4. The 4th motive is that in the Text. If you be upright men, your end will be peace.
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And that would lead me to a fourth use. Which is of comfort to all upright hearted Christians.
And that would led me to a fourth use. Which is of Comfort to all upright hearted Christians.
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1. Under and against all your present trials, troubles, and afflictions, Lift up your hearts, an• he•ds,
1. Under and against all your present trials, Troubles, and afflictions, Lift up your hearts, an• he•ds,
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for your end shall be peace. 2. Against the fear of death in reference to your selves.
for your end shall be peace. 2. Against the Fear of death in Referente to your selves.
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Your end is peace, why should you be afraid of that which will bring you rest,Your end is peace, why should you be afraid of that which will bring you rest,
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and be the end of all your troubles? 3. It may comfort you in reference to the death of others;
and be the end of all your Troubles? 3. It may Comfort you in Referente to the death of Others;
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of friends and relations, concerning whom you have ground to hope and judge that they were upright men.
of Friends and relations, Concerning whom you have ground to hope and judge that they were upright men.
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It may be a curb to inordinate passion, and grief for the loss of godly friends, seeing their end is peace. Though you may have lost, they have gained by their death:
It may be a curb to inordinate passion, and grief for the loss of godly Friends, seeing their end is peace. Though you may have lost, they have gained by their death:
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And so much for this Text and Doctrine
And so much for this Text and Doctrine
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I come now to speak somewhat to that other sad Text God hath given me to speak of,
I come now to speak somewhat to that other sad Text God hath given me to speak of,
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and by which God speaketh unto you;
and by which God speaks unto you;
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And that is the sad dispensation of divine providence, in taking from the midst of us by death that person of honour, whose funeral solemnities we now celebrate.
And that is the sad Dispensation of divine providence, in taking from the midst of us by death that person of honour, whose funeral solemnities we now celebrate.
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For my own part, I have been altogether a stranger in my practice to funeral Panegyricks,
For my own part, I have been altogether a stranger in my practice to funeral Panegyrics,
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and as I do confess my self unable for them, and unskilfull in them, so I do profess my self no less unwilling to them;
and as I do confess my self unable for them, and unskilful in them, so I do profess my self no less unwilling to them;
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knowing of how dangerous consequence they have for the most part proved, as they have been two ordinarily abused.
knowing of how dangerous consequence they have for the most part proved, as they have been two ordinarily abused.
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I have ever accounted the solemn sadnesse, and silent tears of the living the best commendations of the dead.
I have ever accounted the solemn sadness, and silent tears of the living the best commendations of the dead.
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The good workes deceased persons have done while they were living and the good names they have left behind them are their best imbalmings.
The good works deceased Persons have done while they were living and the good names they have left behind them Are their best imbalmings.
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Yet I see no reason why the commendable good things that have shined forth in persons that have been eminently usefull,
Yet I see no reason why the commendable good things that have shined forth in Persons that have been eminently useful,
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and seviceable in their generations, may not be held forth unto others, as a pattern for their imitation,
and seviceable in their generations, may not be held forth unto Others, as a pattern for their imitation,
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and a spurr to excite to vertuous actions. I know it is expected I should speak somewhat of the honourable person deceased.
and a Spur to excite to virtuous actions. I know it is expected I should speak somewhat of the honourable person deceased.
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What I shall speak, shall be not so much to commend the dead, as to excite the living, especially persons of his rank,
What I shall speak, shall be not so much to commend the dead, as to excite the living, especially Persons of his rank,
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and quality, to the imitation of him in such things as were amiable, and lovely in him.
and quality, to the imitation of him in such things as were amiable, and lovely in him.
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I might tell you that he was honourable, being a stem of an antient and honourable family.
I might tell you that he was honourable, being a stem of an ancient and honourable family.
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But this would be be beyond my sphere;
But this would be be beyond my sphere;
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and this is that which is better known to the most of you than to my self.
and this is that which is better known to the most of you than to my self.
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And were there nothing else to be said upon this account, yet the greatness, Iearning, wisdome,
And were there nothing Else to be said upon this account, yet the greatness, Learning, Wisdom,
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and real worth of the surviving branches of this family are sufficient to render it truly honourable.
and real worth of the surviving branches of this family Are sufficient to render it truly honourable.
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But why should I insist on this? seeing honour is none of ours properly, Philosophers telling us that honor est in honorante, non in honorato, and the Poet could say, Genus & proavos, non fecimus ipsi, Vix ea nostra veco.
But why should I insist on this? seeing honour is none of ours properly, Philosophers telling us that honour est in Honorante, non in honorato, and the Poet could say, Genus & Proavos, non We have done ipsi, Vix ea nostra veco.
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I shall therefore say no more of this, but instance only in suth things, as I my self have had personal knowledge of.
I shall Therefore say no more of this, but instance only in suth things, as I my self have had personal knowledge of.
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And first he was a lover of learning and learned men, yea himself had attained to a good degree of learning above many,
And First he was a lover of learning and learned men, yea himself had attained to a good degree of learning above many,
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yea most of his rank and quality, that enjoyed no greater help to the attaining of it, than he did;
yea most of his rank and quality, that enjoyed no greater help to the attaining of it, than he did;
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what he had being attained by his own industry, without the advantage of University-education.
what he had being attained by his own industry, without the advantage of University-education.
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He was no stranger to the tongues, and well read in Divinity, Law, and History, with many other commendable parts of learning.
He was no stranger to the tongues, and well read in Divinity, Law, and History, with many other commendable parts of learning.
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And he attained to this in his yonger yeers by great industry.
And he attained to this in his younger Years by great industry.
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I mention this as a commendable pattern to young Gentlemen, it being that which would turn much more to the account of their,
I mention this as a commendable pattern to young Gentlemen, it being that which would turn much more to the account of their,
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and the publicks profit and advantage, than their spending of their time in hawking, hunting, and reading Romances.
and the publics profit and advantage, than their spending of their time in hawking, hunting, and reading Romances.
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Yet I condemn not the moderate, well-regulated use of lawfull recreations either of body or mind,
Yet I condemn not the moderate, well-regulated use of lawful recreations either of body or mind,
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but the immoderate abuse of them;
but the immoderate abuse of them;
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though I wo••• commend the study of good literature, as that which would render men much more serviceable unto their Country, and more acceptable unto all.
though I wo••• commend the study of good literature, as that which would render men much more serviceable unto their Country, and more acceptable unto all.
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Secondly, He was a man serviceable to, and in his generation, and many waies instrumental of the pub••ck good;
Secondly, He was a man serviceable to, and in his generation, and many ways instrumental of the pub••ck good;
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one that had served his Country both in Warr and Peace, in Warr as a Commander, in Peace as a Counseller;
one that had served his Country both in War and Peace, in War as a Commander, in Peace as a Counsellor;
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and that both in a more publick sphere, as a member of Parliament, and in a more private capacity,
and that both in a more public sphere, as a member of Parliament, and in a more private capacity,
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as a Justice of peace in this County.
as a justice of peace in this County.
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All which places he discharged with much justice, and integrity, without any blemish that I ever heard of.
All which places he discharged with much Justice, and integrity, without any blemish that I ever herd of.
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Nor was the sphere of his activity and usefullnesse confined to the State, but he was also serviceable to the Church of God,
Nor was the sphere of his activity and usefullnesse confined to the State, but he was also serviceable to the Church of God,
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and eminently in that place wherein he lived.
and eminently in that place wherein he lived.
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God used him as an instrument of much good, yea the best good of the people of that place,
God used him as an Instrument of much good, yea the best good of the people of that place,
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as both they and we (the Ministers of that congregation) unto which he had the relation both of a member and officer, can testify.
as both they and we (the Ministers of that congregation) unto which he had the Relation both of a member and officer, can testify.
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And all this, not only by incouraging and strengthning the hands and hearts of others; but by actually joyning in promoting the work of reformation, t•• due administration of ordinances,
And all this, not only by encouraging and strengthening the hands and hearts of Others; but by actually joining in promoting the work of Reformation, t•• due administration of ordinances,
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and setling order in that place, yea he accounted it no disparagement to act as a ruling officer in the Church of God;
and settling order in that place, yea he accounted it no disparagement to act as a ruling officer in the Church of God;
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and that at such a time when all essayes tending to settle order in the Church, were rather discountenanced (if not scoffed at) by most, than any way incouraged.
and that At such a time when all essays tending to settle order in the Church, were rather discountenanced (if not scoffed At) by most, than any Way encouraged.
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What others may account of this, I know not:
What Others may account of this, I know not:
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but I cannot but reckon it, because I so esteem it, among his vertues and honours;
but I cannot but reckon it, Because I so esteem it, among his Virtues and honours;
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well knowing that it is a mans highest honour to be serviceable unto God, and to the good of Souls.
well knowing that it is a men highest honour to be serviceable unto God, and to the good of Souls.
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And let me now commend this to your imitation:
And let me now commend this to your imitation:
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and ob that all you that are endowed with riches, honours parts and power, would imitate him in this in endeavouring to promote the interest of Christ and souls, in the places where you live, according to your ability and opportunity.
and ob that all you that Are endowed with riches, honours parts and power, would imitate him in this in endeavouring to promote the Interest of christ and Souls, in the places where you live, according to your ability and opportunity.
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Thirdly, another particular wherein this person of honour was exemplary, was justice and righteousnesse. In all his dealing with men, He was a man exactly just and righteous.
Thirdly, Another particular wherein this person of honour was exemplary, was Justice and righteousness. In all his dealing with men, He was a man exactly just and righteous.
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He would oft commend it in others; and make it his care to practise it himself;
He would oft commend it in Others; and make it his care to practise it himself;
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as all that he ever had dealings with, that ever I heard of, or spake with, have been, and are ready to testify.
as all that he ever had dealings with, that ever I herd of, or spoke with, have been, and Are ready to testify.
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He was no oppressor of Neighbours, or Tenants, as too many great men are. He was not one who lived either on the sins or miseries of others.
He was no oppressor of Neighbours, or Tenants, as too many great men Are. He was not one who lived either on the Sins or misery's of Others.
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He did not, nay he scorned to raise himself or family upon the ruines of others; either Neighbours, Tenants, or Debtors;
He did not, nay he scorned to raise himself or family upon the ruins of Others; either Neighbours, Tenants, or Debtors;
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nor did he live upon or raise and inrich himself by the times, as many others have done;
nor did he live upon or raise and enrich himself by the times, as many Others have done;
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And let me here commend him in this as a pattern for the imitation of all rich and great men.
And let me Here commend him in this as a pattern for the imitation of all rich and great men.
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This will cause you to be beloved while you live, and lamented when you dye,
This will cause you to be Beloved while you live, and lamented when you die,
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and raise you a name better, greater, and more lasting than you can attain by the greatest estate,
and raise you a name better, greater, and more lasting than you can attain by the greatest estate,
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or honour unjustly got or kept. 4. Nor was he only just, but also mercifull. His justice was tempered with mercy to Debtors, Tenants, and the Poor.
or honour unjustly god or kept. 4. Nor was he only just, but also merciful. His Justice was tempered with mercy to Debtors, Tenants, and the Poor.
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Though he was just to the uttermost in giving others their due, yet he was very mercifull in exacting his due from others.
Though he was just to the uttermost in giving Others their endue, yet he was very merciful in exacting his due from Others.
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He was a mercifull Creditor unto his Debtors, remitting not only pounds, or scores, but hundreds,
He was a merciful Creditor unto his Debtors, remitting not only pounds, or scores, but hundreds,
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yea thousands to disenabled Debtors, rather than ruine them and their families, as I have been well assured from those who knew the truth of what I say.
yea thousands to disenabled Debtors, rather than ruin them and their families, as I have been well assured from those who knew the truth of what I say.
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He was a mercifull Landlord, as his Tenants can sufficiently bear witnesse;
He was a merciful Landlord, as his Tenants can sufficiently bear witness;
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yea he had mercy for the Souls as well as the Bodies of his Tenants, witness his great care to present godly and able Ministers unto such places,
yea he had mercy for the Souls as well as the Bodies of his Tenants, witness his great care to present godly and able Ministers unto such places,
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as he was Lord and Patron of;
as he was Lord and Patron of;
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unto which I might add his allowing of twenty pounds a year to the increase of a ministers maintenance at Hucknall: Nor was the exercise of his mercy wanting unto the poor,
unto which I might add his allowing of twenty pounds a year to the increase of a Ministers maintenance At Hucknall: Nor was the exercise of his mercy wanting unto the poor,
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as those of the Town where he lived have abundantly by experience found.
as those of the Town where he lived have abundantly by experience found.
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And though the suddennesse and shortness of his sicknesse prevented alterations in his Will made divers years before his death, wherein probably he would have done much more;
And though the suddenness and shortness of his sickness prevented alterations in his Will made diverse Years before his death, wherein probably he would have done much more;
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yet while he lived he made his hands his own executors, in setling by deed twelve pounds a yeer for ever upon the Almes houses in Nottingham (where be lived) founded and endowed by Mr. Hanley, in the ordering of which he was a Trustee.
yet while he lived he made his hands his own Executors, in settling by deed twelve pounds a year for ever upon the Alms houses in Nottingham (where be lived) founded and endowed by Mr. Hanley, in the ordering of which he was a Trustee.
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And oh that all you who are rich in the world, would be also rich in good workes;
And o that all you who Are rich in the world, would be also rich in good works;
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so would you have the prayers of Tenants, Debtors, and the poor, while you live, and their teares and praises when you dye, yea when you are dead and gone.
so would you have the Prayers of Tenants, Debtors, and the poor, while you live, and their tears and praises when you die, yea when you Are dead and gone.
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5. Another imitable property I would commend to you for your imitation is his affability, curtesie, humility,
5. another imitable property I would commend to you for your imitation is his affability, courtesy, humility,
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and peaceablenesse of Spirit towards all he conversed with, these are so well known to all he conversed with, that I may spare to speak of them.
and peaceableness of Spirit towards all he conversed with, these Are so well known to all he conversed with, that I may spare to speak of them.
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Such was his condescension to persons much below him in rank and degree, that some have thought he rather seemed to exceed than be defective in this particular.
Such was his condescension to Persons much below him in rank and degree, that Some have Thought he rather seemed to exceed than be defective in this particular.
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He was a peace-lover and a peace-maker, and very usefull that way in the place wherein he lived.
He was a peace-lover and a peacemaker, and very useful that Way in the place wherein he lived.
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He was no incroacher on his Neighbours; and I wish great men would imitate him in this;
He was no Encroacher on his Neighbours; and I wish great men would imitate him in this;
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not bearing up themselves from their own power and greatnesse to oppresse and injure others.
not bearing up themselves from their own power and greatness to oppress and injure Others.
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6. He was a constant frequenter of publick Ordinances, both in his own person, and with his family,
6. He was a constant frequenter of public Ordinances, both in his own person, and with his family,
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and that not only on the Lords day, but also twice a week at those week-daylectures in the place of his habitation, very seldom missing when he was in Town.
and that not only on the lords day, but also twice a Week At those week-daylectures in the place of his habitation, very seldom missing when he was in Town.
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He was a constant frequenter of monthly Sacraments for those six yeers we have enjoyed them through Gods mercy.
He was a constant frequenter of monthly Sacraments for those six Years we have enjoyed them through God's mercy.
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And oh that he had many followers among men of his rank and quality in this particular.
And o that he had many followers among men of his rank and quality in this particular.
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Alas, how many are there vvho can content themselves vvith once a day attendance on Gods Ordinances,
Alas, how many Are there who can content themselves with once a day attendance on God's Ordinances,
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and think they do vvell too? but for Lectures, those savour of too much preciseness for them to meddle vvith,
and think they do well too? but for Lectures, those savour of too much preciseness for them to meddle with,
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as though Religion vvere belovv them.
as though Religion were below them.
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7. He had as well-ordered a Family as most of that bigness, and was careful not only for the bodies,
7. He had as well-ordered a Family as most of that bigness, and was careful not only for the bodies,
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but also for the souls of his servants, to have them instructed in the knowledge of God, and Jesus Christ;
but also for the Souls of his Servants, to have them instructed in the knowledge of God, and jesus christ;
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of late years keeping a Chaplain in his house for that end, and to perform family duties.
of late Years keeping a Chaplain in his house for that end, and to perform family duties.
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And this both others and my self can attest upon our own knowledge, that though he hath had servants, that were very dark and ignorant when they came to him,
And this both Others and my self can attest upon our own knowledge, that though he hath had Servants, that were very dark and ignorant when they Come to him,
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yet he hath used such means towards them, that in a little time they have been able to give a satisfactory account of their knowledge and faith;
yet he hath used such means towards them, that in a little time they have been able to give a satisfactory account of their knowledge and faith;
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nor would he allow of profaneness in any under his roof, or keep such servants, as upon admonition would not reform exorbitancies.
nor would he allow of profaneness in any under his roof, or keep such Servants, as upon admonition would not reform Extravagancies.
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And let me commend this as matter of imitation.
And let me commend this as matter of imitation.
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Oh be careful that your Families may be Churches of Christ, not sinkes of looseness and profaneness,
O be careful that your Families may be Churches of christ, not sinks of looseness and profaneness,
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as the Families of too many great men are.
as the Families of too many great men Are.
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You, who are Masters of great Families, you have the cure of souls committed to you;
You, who Are Masters of great Families, you have the cure of Souls committed to you;
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and you are to be accountable for the souls of children and servants, if you instruct them not,
and you Are to be accountable for the Souls of children and Servants, if you instruct them not,
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and hold not up Religion in your families.
and hold not up Religion in your families.
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An eighth commendable virtue in this person of honour, which I would commend to you, especially great men, is that he was an affectionate lover,
an eighth commendable virtue in this person of honour, which I would commend to you, especially great men, is that he was an affectionate lover,
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and cordial friend of Gods faithful Ministers.
and cordial friend of God's faithful Ministers.
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I know there are many of that function here present, that can set their Seals to the truth of this.
I know there Are many of that function Here present, that can Set their Seals to the truth of this.
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He loved the company of Gods Ministers, and was both a bountiful entertainer, and a courteous, and friendly visiter of them.
He loved the company of God's Ministers, and was both a bountiful entertainer, and a courteous, and friendly visiter of them.
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Yea, he knew how to rellish plain and powerful preaching, and would often say he liked and loved that best,
Yea, he knew how to relish plain and powerful preaching, and would often say he liked and loved that best,
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as that which he found most advantagious to himself, and judged to be most profitable for others.
as that which he found most advantageous to himself, and judged to be most profitable for Others.
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And let me add this, that my fellow-labourer, and my self have found God using him,
And let me add this, that my Fellow-laborer, and my self have found God using him,
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as a great incourager of our hearts, and strengthner of our hands in Gods work.
as a great encourager of our hearts, and strengthener of our hands in God's work.
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Nor can I forbear again mentioning his great care to present godly and able Ministers to such places,
Nor can I forbear again mentioning his great care to present godly and able Ministers to such places,
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as he had the gift of, not presenting any, but such as were first commended, proved and approved by neighbour godly Ministers.
as he had the gift of, not presenting any, but such as were First commended, proved and approved by neighbour godly Ministers.
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And oh that you who are men of honour, riches and power would imitate him in this,
And o that you who Are men of honour, riches and power would imitate him in this,
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namely in being friends to Gods Ministers: especially in this age, wherein they are so much despised and discouraged;
namely in being Friends to God's Ministers: especially in this age, wherein they Are so much despised and discouraged;
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and not only their persons, but even their calling struck at. And you, who are Patrons of places, see you be careful to present such persons,
and not only their Persons, but even their calling struck At. And you, who Are Patrons of places, see you be careful to present such Persons,
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as may feed, not starve the souls of people:
as may feed, not starve the Souls of people:
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else you will contract the guilt of the bloud of the souls, that perish under unskilful, and unfaithful Ministers.
Else you will contract the guilt of the blood of the Souls, that perish under unskilful, and unfaithful Ministers.
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And now judge, whether we have not all cause to drop some tears upon the Tomb of this Honourable Gentleman deceased. He was a general loss:
And now judge, whither we have not all cause to drop Some tears upon the Tomb of this Honourable Gentleman deceased. He was a general loss:
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To his yoke fellow, Children, Servants. Friends, the Town where he lived, yea, the Country, and Nation:
To his yoke fellow, Children, Servants. Friends, the Town where he lived, yea, the Country, and nation:
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And in a word he lived beloved, and died lamented.
And in a word he lived Beloved, and died lamented.
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And let me now exhort all of you to lay to heart this loss, it being a token of Gods anger towards a place,
And let me now exhort all of you to lay to heart this loss, it being a token of God's anger towards a place,
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when he takes away persons that are usefull, and then especially, when they are in the prime of their time.
when he Takes away Persons that Are useful, and then especially, when they Are in the prime of their time.
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Yea, let me speak a word to you Honourable and Worshipful Gentlemen here present; God hath made a breach among you by the death of this person of Honour.
Yea, let me speak a word to you Honourable and Worshipful Gentlemen Here present; God hath made a breach among you by the death of this person of Honour.
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Oh do you labour to fill up the room of such persons, when they are taken away by death, by stirring up your selves unto a greater measure of activity for God and the publick good.
O do you labour to fill up the room of such Persons, when they Are taken away by death, by stirring up your selves unto a greater measure of activity for God and the public good.
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And you, who are the Children of this Honourable Person, the Heir especially, do you rise up and serve the Lord in your generation;
And you, who Are the Children of this Honourable Person, the Heir especially, do you rise up and serve the Lord in your generation;
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see that you inherit your Fathers commendable virtues; Imitate him in what ever I have mentioned, or you have known praise-worthy in him.
see that you inherit your Father's commendable Virtues; Imitate him in what ever I have mentioned, or you have known praiseworthy in him.
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And now consider, all of you, what hath been spoken, and the Lord give all of us understanding to improve both his word, and this present speaking providence.
And now Consider, all of you, what hath been spoken, and the Lord give all of us understanding to improve both his word, and this present speaking providence.
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And so much for this time and occasion. FINIS.
And so much for this time and occasion. FINIS.
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