The fountain opened, or, The great gospel priviledge of having Christ exhibited to sinfull men wherein also is proved that there shall be a national calling of the Jews from Zech. XIII. I. / by Samuel Willard ...

Willard, Samuel, 1640-1707
Publisher: Printed by B Green and J Allen for Samuel Sewall Junior
Place of Publication: Boston
Publication Year: 1700
Approximate Era: WilliamAndMary
TCP ID: A66100 ESTC ID: R38934 STC ID: W2277
Subject Headings: Bible. -- N.T. -- Matthew V, 48; Bible. -- O.T. -- Zechariah XIII, 1; Congregationalism; Perfection -- Religious aspects;
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0 THE Fountain Opened, &c. ZECH. XIII. 1. In that day there shall be a Fountain Opened to the House of David, and to the Inhabitants of Jerusalem, for Si•, and for Uncleanness. THE Fountain Opened, etc. ZECHARIAH. XIII. 1. In that day there shall be a Fountain Opened to the House of David, and to the Inhabitants of Jerusalem, for Si•, and for Uncleanness. dt n1 vvd, av np1. np1. crd p-acp d n1 a-acp vmb vbi dt n1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp np1, cc p-acp n1. (3) part (DIV1) 0 Page 1
1 ZEchariah was one of those Extraordinary Prophets whom God raised up and sent to the Jews, after their return from Babylon. He was contemporary with Haggai, and began his Ministry about two months later, in the Reign of that Darius who encouraged and set forward the building of the Temple; to the pursuit of which affair, these two Prophets did joyntly stir up and animate the People of God. ZEchariah was one of those Extraordinary prophets whom God raised up and sent to the jews, After their return from Babylon. He was contemporary with Chaggai, and began his Ministry about two months later, in the Reign of that Darius who encouraged and Set forward the building of the Temple; to the pursuit of which affair, these two prophets did jointly stir up and animate the People of God. np1 vbds pi pp-f d j n2 r-crq np1 vvd a-acp cc vvn p-acp dt np2, p-acp po32 n1 p-acp np1. pns31 vbds j p-acp np1, cc vvd po31 n1 p-acp crd n2 jc, p-acp dt vvi pp-f d npg1 r-crq vvd cc vvn av-j dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1; p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq n1, d crd n2 vdd av-j vvi a-acp cc vvi dt n1 pp-f np1. (3) part (DIV1) 1 Page 1
2 Who this Zechariah was, and to what Tribe and Family he belonged, we are at a loss, his Genealogy being only reckoned up to his Grandfather, of whose Stock there is no mention made elsewhere in the Old Testament: Who this Zechariah was, and to what Tribe and Family he belonged, we Are At a loss, his Genealogy being only reckoned up to his Grandfather, of whose Stock there is no mention made elsewhere in the Old Testament: q-crq d np1 vbds, cc p-acp r-crq n1 cc n1 pns31 vvd, pns12 vbr p-acp dt n1, po31 n1 vbg av-j vvn a-acp p-acp po31 n1, pp-f rg-crq n1 a-acp vbz dx n1 vvd av p-acp dt j n1: (3) part (DIV1) 1 Page 2
3 only this I suppose is beyond just dispute, that he is the same whom these Jews did barbarously murder, only this I suppose is beyond just dispute, that he is the same whom these jews did barbarously murder, av-j d pns11 vvb vbz p-acp j n1, cst pns31 vbz dt d r-crq d np2 vdd av-j vvi, (3) part (DIV1) 1 Page 2
4 for his faithful reproofs given them, and denouncing of Gods Righteous Threatnings against them for their sins; for his faithful reproofs given them, and denouncing of God's Righteous Threatenings against them for their Sins; p-acp po31 j n2 vvn pno32, cc vvg pp-f npg1 j n2-vvg p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 n2; (3) part (DIV1) 1 Page 2
5 which added to their guilt, and is articled against their Posterity by Christ himself, in Mat. 23. 35. This Book is partly Doctrinal, partly Visi•nal. In the Visional part o• it he gives an account of all the Changes or Revolutions which were to pass over the Jewish Nation, till, which added to their guilt, and is articled against their Posterity by christ himself, in Mathew 23. 35. This Book is partly Doctrinal, partly Visi•nal. In the Visional part o• it he gives an account of all the Changes or Revolutions which were to pass over the Jewish nation, till, r-crq vvd p-acp po32 n1, cc vbz vvn p-acp po32 n1 p-acp np1 px31, p-acp np1 crd crd d n1 vbz av j, av j. p-acp dt j n1 n1 pn31 pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f d dt n2 cc n2 r-crq vbdr pc-acp vvi p-acp dt jp n1, p-acp, (3) part (DIV1) 1 Page 2
6 for their sins, and more particularly, for their despising of Christ, and the Salyation by him offered to them, they should be laid desolate; and so abide, till such time as God should again graciously call them: for their Sins, and more particularly, for their despising of christ, and the Salyation by him offered to them, they should be laid desolate; and so abide, till such time as God should again graciously call them: p-acp po32 n2, cc av-dc av-j, c-acp po32 vvg pp-f np1, cc dt n1 p-acp pno31 vvd p-acp pno32, pns32 vmd vbi vvn j; cc av vvi, c-acp d n1 c-acp np1 vmd av av-j vvi pno32: (3) part (DIV1) 1 Page 2
7 and there are interwoven the Predictions of the Judgments of God on other Nations, so far as they concerned his dealings with this people. and there Are interwoven the Predictions of the Judgments of God on other nations, so Far as they concerned his dealings with this people. cc pc-acp vbr vvn dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp j-jn n2, av av-j c-acp pns32 vvd png31 n2-vvg p-acp d n1. (3) part (DIV1) 1 Page 2
8 Divers of these Visions are exceeding mysterious, and the harder to be understood by us, not only because of the depth of the Allegories used, Diverse of these Visions Are exceeding mysterious, and the harder to be understood by us, not only Because of the depth of the Allegories used, j pp-f d n2 vbr av-vvg j, cc dt jc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno12, xx av-j c-acp pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vvn, (3) part (DIV1) 1 Page 2
9 and the intermixing of things fore signified by way of anticipation; but also because they are not as yet accomplished: and the intermixing of things before signified by Way of anticipation; but also Because they Are not as yet accomplished: cc dt vvg pp-f n2 a-acp vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1; cc-acp av c-acp pns32 vbr xx p-acp av vvn: (3) part (DIV1) 1 Page 2
10 And here we are more especially to observe those Prophesies which point to the Calling of the Jews to Christ, And Here we Are more especially to observe those prophecies which point to the Calling of the jews to christ, cc av pns12 vbr av-dc av-j pc-acp vvi d n2 r-crq vvb p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt np2 p-acp np1, (3) part (DIV1) 1 Page 2
11 and the Spiritual Glory of that time, which is more than once hinted at in this Book: and the Spiritual Glory of that time, which is more than once hinted At in this Book: cc dt j n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq vbz av-dc cs a-acp vvn p-acp p-acp d n1: (3) part (DIV1) 1 Page 3
12 as also the ••lling of the Gentiles, and the wonderful enlarging of the Grace of God to other Nations. as also the ••lling of the Gentiles, and the wondered enlarging of the Grace of God to other nations. c-acp av dt n-vvg pp-f dt n2-j, cc dt j n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j-jn n2. (3) part (DIV1) 1 Page 3
13 To make the way clear to the words of our Text, let us observe, that at the beginning of Chap. 12. Our Prophet predicts an happy and glorious Estate which God will in due time restore Jerusalem unto, To make the Way clear to the words of our Text, let us observe, that At the beginning of Chap. 12. Our Prophet predicts an happy and glorious Estate which God will in due time restore Jerusalem unto, p-acp vvi dt n1 j p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, vvb pno12 vvi, cst p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f np1 crd po12 n1 vvz dt j cc j n1 r-crq np1 vmb p-acp j-jn n1 vvi np1 p-acp, (3) part (DIV1) 1 Page 3
14 and he indigita•es a special appointed season in which this should eminently be accomplished: and he indigita•es a special appointed season in which this should eminently be accomplished: cc pns31 vvz dt j j-vvn n1 p-acp r-crq d vmd av-j vbi vvn: (3) part (DIV1) 1 Page 3
15 and therefore it is once and again called ▪ That •ay, as it were with an Ast•r•sm set upon it. and Therefore it is once and again called ▪ That •ay, as it were with an Ast•r•sm Set upon it. cc av pn31 vbz a-acp cc av vvn ▪ d n1, c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp pn31. (3) part (DIV1) 1 Page 3
16 To what day, or article of time this Prophesie partie•larly points, is matter of debate, To what day, or article of time this Prophesy partie•larly points, is matter of debate, p-acp r-crq n1, cc n1 pp-f n1 d vvb av-j n2, vbz n1 pp-f n1, (3) part (DIV1) 1 Page 3
17 as also whether the Jewish Nation, and literal Jerusalem be at all aimed at in it. as also whither the Jewish nation, and literal Jerusalem be At all aimed At in it. c-acp av cs dt jp n1, cc j np1 vbi p-acp d vvd p-acp p-acp pn31. (3) part (DIV1) 1 Page 3
18 That Gospel Times are pointed to, is very evident by several p•ssages which might be observed in the Context: or the time after which Christ had been put to death by this people: That Gospel Times Are pointed to, is very evident by several p•ssages which might be observed in the Context: or the time After which christ had been put to death by this people: cst n1 n2 vbr vvn p-acp, vbz av j p-acp j n2 r-crq vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1: cc dt n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vhd vbn vvn p-acp n1 p-acp d n1: (3) part (DIV1) 1 Page 3
19 and that some notable gracious dispensation towards Gods ancient people is aimed at nextly therein, is, I am perswaded, without doubt; and that Some notable gracious Dispensation towards God's ancient people is aimed At nextly therein, is, I am persuaded, without doubt; cc cst d j j n1 p-acp npg1 j n1 vbz vvn p-acp av-j av, vbz, pns11 vbm vvn, p-acp n1; (3) part (DIV1) 1 Page 3
20 though others also may be comprized in it. though Others also may be comprised in it. cs n2-jn av vmb vbi vvd p-acp pn31. (3) part (DIV1) 1 Page 3
21 Some Expositors, not only re•er, but restrain it to those notable Conversions of the Jews on the Preaching of the Apostles, which are recorded in, Acts 2. & 4. But though there may be accounted then to have been a Specimen, or an earnest of it, some Expositors, not only re•er, but restrain it to those notable Conversions of the jews on the Preaching of the Apostles, which Are recorded in, Acts 2. & 4. But though there may be accounted then to have been a Specimen, or an earnest of it, d n2, xx av-j vvi, cc-acp vvb pn31 p-acp d j n2 pp-f dt np2 p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n2, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp, n2 crd cc crd p-acp cs pc-acp vmb vbi vvn av pc-acp vhi vbn dt n2, cc dt n1 pp-f pn31, (3) part (DIV1) 1 Page 3
22 yet the lo•ty expressions that are here used about it, and also the extensiveness of the work mentioned, say that there h•th not as yet been a full performance of it, yet the lo•ty expressions that Are Here used about it, and also the extensiveness of the work mentioned, say that there h•th not as yet been a full performance of it, av dt j n2 cst vbr av vvn p-acp pn31, cc av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn, vvb d a-acp vdz xx c-acp av vbn dt j n1 pp-f pn31, (3) part (DIV1) 1 Page 4
23 but that it is to be waited for, when that General Calling in of the Jews shall Commence, of which we have a satisfying account in Rom. 11. In Chap. 12. 10. God, by the Prophet, tells us how he will prepare his people for such great favours, viz. he will bring them to a true and cordial mourning for the affronts which they had offered to the Lord Jesus Christ, in crucifying of him; but that it is to be waited for, when that General Calling in of the jews shall Commence, of which we have a satisfying account in Rom. 11. In Chap. 12. 10. God, by the Prophet, tells us how he will prepare his people for such great favours, viz. he will bring them to a true and cordial mourning for the affronts which they had offered to the Lord jesus christ, in crucifying of him; cc-acp cst pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp, c-crq d n1 vvg p-acp pp-f dt np2 vmb vvi, pp-f r-crq pns12 vhb dt j-vvg n1 p-acp np1 crd p-acp np1 crd crd np1, p-acp dt n1, vvz pno12 c-crq pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp d j n2, n1 pns31 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp dt j cc j vvg p-acp dt vvz r-crq pns32 vhd vvn p-acp dt n1 np1 np1, p-acp vvg pp-f pno31; (3) part (DIV1) 1 Page 4
24 and that both universal and particular: and thereupon he proceeds to enumerate several spiritual benefits which shall ensue; and that both universal and particular: and thereupon he proceeds to enumerate several spiritual benefits which shall ensue; cc cst d j cc j: cc av pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi j j n2 r-crq vmb vvi; (3) part (DIV1) 1 Page 4
25 the first whereof that is mentioned, is this in our Text, and it is a very comprehensive one. the First whereof that is mentioned, is this in our Text, and it is a very comprehensive one. dt ord c-crq d vbz vvn, vbz d p-acp po12 n1, cc pn31 vbz dt av j pi. (3) part (DIV1) 1 Page 4
26 The words then are a gracious New-Covenant Promise, of a singular benefit to be bestowed on the Church of God in Gospel Times, The words then Are a gracious New-covenant Promise, of a singular benefit to be bestowed on the Church of God in Gospel Times, dt n2 av vbr dt j n1 vvb, pp-f dt j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 n2, (3) part (DIV1) 1 Page 4
27 and upon every true penitent in it; and particularly on the Jews, when he shall come to call them home to himself. In them we may observe, and upon every true penitent in it; and particularly on the jews, when he shall come to call them home to himself. In them we may observe, cc p-acp d j j-jn p-acp pn31; cc av-j p-acp dt np2, c-crq pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pno32 av-an p-acp px31. p-acp pno32 pns12 vmb vvi, (3) part (DIV1) 1 Page 4
28 1. The benefit it self which is promised: A Fountain. 1. The benefit it self which is promised: A Fountain. crd dt n1 pn31 n1 q-crq vbz vvn: dt n1. (3) part (DIV1) 2 Page 4
29 2. The singular mercy that should be discovered in regard of this benefit, it shall be Opened. 2. The singular mercy that should be discovered in regard of this benefit, it shall be Opened. crd dt j n1 cst vmd vbi vvn p-acp n1 pp-f d n1, pn31 vmb vbi vvn. (3) part (DIV1) 3 Page 4
30 3. The Subjects to whom this benefit should be applied; to the House of David, and to the Inhabitants of Jerusalem. 3. The Subject's to whom this benefit should be applied; to the House of David, and to the Inhabitants of Jerusalem. crd dt n2-jn p-acp ro-crq d n1 vmd vbi vvn; p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. (3) part (DIV1) 4 Page 4
31 4. The design of it, or that wherein the great usefulness of it should appear, it is for Sin, and for Uncleanness. 4. The Design of it, or that wherein the great usefulness of it should appear, it is for since, and for Uncleanness. crd dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc cst c-crq dt j n1 pp-f pn31 vmd vvi, pn31 vbz p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1. (3) part (DIV1) 5 Page 5
32 5. The time when this should be, in that Day. 5. The time when this should be, in that Day. crd dt n1 c-crq d vmd vbi, p-acp d n1. (3) part (DIV1) 6 Page 5
33 Give me leave to make a brief paraphrase on this sweet Text, which comprehends in it the summe and substance of all Gospel Grace. In that day ] i. e. Give me leave to make a brief Paraphrase on this sweet Text, which comprehends in it the sum and substance of all Gospel Grace. In that day ] i. e. vvb pno11 n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp d j n1, r-crq vvz p-acp pn31 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1 n1. p-acp d n1 ] sy. sy. (3) part (DIV1) 7 Page 5
34 The day which is once and again mentioned in the foregoing Chapter. The day wherein God will return to Zion, and have mercy upon her, The day which is once and again mentioned in the foregoing Chapter. The day wherein God will return to Zion, and have mercy upon her, dt n1 r-crq vbz a-acp cc av vvn p-acp dt vvg n1. dt n1 c-crq np1 vmb vvi p-acp np1, cc vhb n1 p-acp pno31, (3) part (DIV1) 7 Page 5
35 and build up her waste places. and built up her waste places. cc vvi a-acp po31 n1 n2. (3) part (DIV1) 7 Page 5
36 It is true, this benefit hath belonged to the true Church of God, ever since the Promise of the Seed of the Woman was made; It is true, this benefit hath belonged to the true Church of God, ever since the Promise of the Seed of the Woman was made; pn31 vbz j, d n1 vhz vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, av c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbds vvn; (3) part (DIV1) 7 Page 5
37 but there are special times wherein there are more eminent manifestations of Divine favours to the people of God, which God would have remarked by them: but there Are special times wherein there Are more eminent manifestations of Divine favours to the people of God, which God would have remarked by them: cc-acp pc-acp vbr j n2 c-crq pc-acp vbr av-dc j n2 pp-f j-jn n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq np1 vmd vhi vvn p-acp pno32: (3) part (DIV1) 7 Page 5
38 and so this hath a respect to that happy time which is expected by the Church of God, and so this hath a respect to that happy time which is expected by the Church of God, cc av d vhz dt n1 p-acp d j n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (3) part (DIV1) 7 Page 5
39 when all Israel shall be saved. when all Israel shall be saved. c-crq d np1 vmb vbi vvn. (3) part (DIV1) 7 Page 5
40 But that which I would more peculiarly observe, for our own improvement is, it is the day wherein the Spirit of mourning and Supplication shall be poured upon them; But that which I would more peculiarly observe, for our own improvement is, it is the day wherein the Spirit of mourning and Supplication shall be poured upon them; p-acp cst r-crq pns11 vmd av-dc av-j vvi, p-acp po12 d n1 vbz, pn31 vbz dt n1 c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno32; (3) part (DIV1) 7 Page 5
41 when God shall bring them to true sorrow for Sin, and penitent addresses unto him for peace and pardon: when God shall bring them to true sorrow for since, and penitent Addresses unto him for peace and pardon: c-crq np1 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp j n1 p-acp n1, cc j-jn n2 p-acp pno31 p-acp n1 cc n1: (3) part (DIV1) 7 Page 5
42 and so it shews the order and way of Gods communicating of this great favour to them. and so it shows the order and Way of God's communicating of this great favour to them. cc av pn31 vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f ng1 vvg pp-f d j n1 p-acp pno32. (3) part (DIV1) 7 Page 5
43 There shall be a Fountain ] The word, fountain cometh of a root that signifies, to dig for a spring of water; and in one Conjugation, to There shall be a Fountain ] The word, fountain comes of a root that signifies, to dig for a spring of water; and in one Conjugation, to a-acp vmb vbi dt n1 ] dt n1, n1 vvz pp-f dt n1 cst vvz, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; cc p-acp crd n1, p-acp (3) part (DIV1) 7 Page 5
44 flow over abundantly: and doubtless, Christ himself, in respect of his blood, or obedience and me it, is intended by it; as will afterwards be observed. flow over abundantly: and doubtless, christ himself, in respect of his blood, or Obedience and me it, is intended by it; as will afterwards be observed. vvb a-acp av-j: cc av-j, np1 px31, p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc n1 cc pno11 zz, vbz vvn p-acp pn31; c-acp vmb av vbi vvn. (3) part (DIV1) 8 Page 6
45 Opened ] A thing is said to be opened, that was before shut or covered; Opened ] A thing is said to be opened, that was before shut or covered; vvd ] dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi vvn, cst vbds a-acp vvn cc vvn; (3) part (DIV1) 8 Page 6
46 the word is also used for the making of a thing manifest, which was before hidden, the word is also used for the making of a thing manifest, which was before hidden, dt n1 vbz av vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 j, r-crq vbds a-acp vvn, (3) part (DIV1) 8 Page 6
47 or not known, we therefore read of the opening of waters, the opening of treasures, or the unlocking of them, the opening of doors; or not known, we Therefore read of the opening of waters, the opening of treasures, or the unlocking of them, the opening of doors; cc xx vvn, pns12 av vvn pp-f dt n-vvg pp-f n2, dt n-vvg pp-f n2, cc dt vvg pp-f pno32, dt n-vvg pp-f n2; (3) part (DIV1) 8 Page 6
48 and a noun from this root, signifieth, a door. In summe, a thing is then opened when it is exposed, and a noun from this root, signifies, a door. In sum, a thing is then opened when it is exposed, cc dt n1 p-acp d n1, vvz, dt n1. p-acp n1, dt n1 vbz av vvn c-crq pn31 vbz vvn, (3) part (DIV1) 8 Page 6
49 and laid before persons, and they have the free liberty given them to come and make use of it. and laid before Persons, and they have the free liberty given them to come and make use of it. cc vvn p-acp n2, cc pns32 vhb dt j n1 vvn pno32 pc-acp vvi cc vvi n1 pp-f pn31. (3) part (DIV1) 8 Page 6
50 We are not here told who will open it, but it must needs intend a work of the Spirit of God, who is the revealer and applier of Christ and his benefits unto men. We Are not Here told who will open it, but it must needs intend a work of the Spirit of God, who is the revealer and applier of christ and his benefits unto men. pns12 vbr xx av vvn r-crq vmb vvi pn31, cc-acp pn31 vmb av vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz dt n1 cc av-jc pp-f np1 cc po31 n2 p-acp n2. (3) part (DIV1) 8 Page 6
51 To the House of David, and to the Inhabitants of Jerusalem ] By these we may understand those that are the people of God, the seed of Christ, To the House of David, and to the Inhabitants of Jerusalem ] By these we may understand those that Are the people of God, the seed of christ, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 ] p-acp d pns12 vmb vvi d cst vbr dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f np1, (3) part (DIV1) 8 Page 6
52 for he is the true David, and the Members of the Mystical Body of Christ, for these are the Inhabitants of Jerusalem. It may also intend all ranks of men: for he is the true David, and the Members of the Mystical Body of christ, for these Are the Inhabitants of Jerusalem. It may also intend all ranks of men: c-acp pns31 vbz dt j np1, cc dt n2 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d vbr dt n2 pp-f np1. pn31 vmb av vvi d n2 pp-f n2: (3) part (DIV1) 8 Page 6
53 the House of David, may have respect to the Rulers and Nobles, & the Inhabitants of Jerusalem, to the meaner sort. the House of David, may have respect to the Rulers and Nobles, & the Inhabitants of Jerusalem, to the meaner sort. dt n1 pp-f np1, vmb vhi n1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2-j, cc dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp dt jc n1. (3) part (DIV1) 8 Page 6
54 For Sin, and for Uncleanness ] The word, Sin, signifies any Error, or turning out of the right way: For since, and for Uncleanness ] The word, since, signifies any Error, or turning out of the right Way: p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1 ] dt n1, n1, vvz d n1, cc vvg av pp-f dt j-jn n1: (3) part (DIV1) 8 Page 6
55 The word Uncleanness, properly signifies something that is removed, and is used in the Levetical Law, for such things are were separa•ed, by reason of Ceremonial pollution, and might not be touched. The word Uncleanness, properly signifies something that is removed, and is used in the Levitical Law, for such things Are were separa•ed, by reason of Ceremonial pollution, and might not be touched. dt n1 n1, av-j vvz pi cst vbz vvn, cc vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1, p-acp d n2 vbr vbdr vvn, p-acp n1 pp-f j n1, cc vmd xx vbi vvn. (3) part (DIV1) 8 Page 7
56 When he saith this ••untain is for sin, and for uncleanness, he intends that it is designed for the taking of them away, When he Says this ••untain is for since, and for uncleanness, he intends that it is designed for the taking of them away, c-crq pns31 vvz d n1 vbz p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1, pns31 vvz cst pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pno32 av, (3) part (DIV1) 8 Page 7
57 and this is done both in Justification and •n Sanctification, as will afterward be observed. And under these two words are comprehended •ll sorts and degrees of sin: and this is done both in Justification and •n Sanctification, as will afterwards be observed. And under these two words Are comprehended •ll sorts and Degrees of since: cc d vbz vdn d p-acp n1 cc j n1, c-acp vmb av vbi vvn. cc p-acp d crd n2 vbr vvn j n2 cc n2 pp-f n1: (3) part (DIV1) 8 Page 7
58 the least errour •ands in need of it; and the greatest Pollution may be cleansed by it. the least error •ands in need of it; and the greatest Pollution may be cleansed by it. dt ds n1 vvz p-acp n1 pp-f pn31; cc dt js n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn31. (3) part (DIV1) 8 Page 7
59 There are several precious truths contained • this portion of Scripture, which I shall make •ome remarks upon. There Are several precious truths contained • this portion of Scripture, which I shall make •ome remarks upon. pc-acp vbr j j n2 vvn • d n1 pp-f n1, r-crq pns11 vmb vvi j-jn n2 p-acp. (3) part (DIV1) 9 Page 7
60 DOCTRINE I. That Jesus Christ is a Fountain of saving Good. WHat is nextly intended by this fountain, Commentators do variously guess; DOCTRINE I That jesus christ is a Fountain of Saving Good. WHat is nextly intended by this fountain, Commentators do variously guess; n1 uh cst np1 np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f vvg j. q-crq vbz av-j vvn p-acp d n1, n2 vdb av-j vvi; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 9 Page 7
61 •ome apply it to the Grace of God, some to •e Holy Ghost, some to the Gospel it self: •ome apply it to the Grace of God, Some to •e Holy Ghost, Some to the Gospel it self: vvb vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, d pc-acp vbi j n1, d p-acp dt n1 pn31 n1: (4) doctrine (DIV2) 10 Page 7
62 •nd some to Baptism, or to both of the Sacraments of the New Testament. •nd Some to Baptism, or to both of the Sacraments of the New Testament. vvb d p-acp n1, cc p-acp d pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt j n1. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 10 Page 7
63 But all agree •hat it ultimately refers to Christ, as he in whom all that Grace which is provided for •he relief of sinful man, is treasured up as in a •untain, according to, Col 1. 19. It pleased the •ather, that in him should all fulness dwell. But all agree •hat it ultimately refers to christ, as he in whom all that Grace which is provided for •he relief of sinful man, is treasured up as in a •untain, according to, Col 1. 19. It pleased the •ather, that in him should all fullness dwell. p-acp d vvb av pn31 av-j vvz p-acp np1, c-acp pns31 p-acp ro-crq d cst n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp j n1 pp-f j n1, vbz vvn a-acp c-acp p-acp dt n1, vvg pc-acp, np1 crd crd pn31 vvd dt n1, cst p-acp pno31 vmd av-d n1 vvi. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 10 Page 7
64 This •en is one of the precious Titles of Christ; & it is Metaphorical or allusive, pointing us to th• consideration of an earthly thing, This •en is one of the precious Titles of christ; & it is Metaphorical or allusive, pointing us to th• consideration of an earthly thing, d n1 vbz pi pp-f dt j n2 pp-f np1; cc pn31 vbz j cc j, vvg pno12 p-acp n1 n1 pp-f dt j n1, (4) doctrine (DIV2) 10 Page 7
65 and such a• is well known, for our help in the contemplation of him, and the great benefit that accrueth by him to his people. and such a• is well known, for our help in the contemplation of him, and the great benefit that accrueth by him to his people. cc d n1 vbz av vvn, p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31, cc dt j n1 cst vvz p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 10 Page 8
66 In the dearing up of this Doctrine, three things may be inquired into, viz. 1. In what respect Christ is a fountain? 2. What is that saving good that is fountaine• in him? 3. How he comes to be such a fountain? In the dearing up of this Doctrine, three things may be inquired into, viz. 1. In what respect christ is a fountain? 2. What is that Saving good that is fountaine• in him? 3. How he comes to be such a fountain? p-acp dt n-vvg a-acp pp-f d n1, crd n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp, n1 crd p-acp r-crq n1 np1 vbz dt n1? crd q-crq vbz d vvg j cst vbz n1 p-acp pno31? crd c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi d dt n1? (4) doctrine (DIV2) 10 Page 8
67 1. In what respect Christ is a fountain? A. The word, fountain, may be considere• in a double sense; 1. In what respect christ is a fountain? A. The word, fountain, may be considere• in a double sense; crd p-acp r-crq n1 np1 vbz dt n1? np1 dt n1, n1, vmb vbi n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 11 Page 8
68 either only as a Metapho• alluding to the repository in which waters a• contained, and from which they issue; either only as a Metapho• alluding to the repository in which waters a• contained, and from which they issue; d j c-acp dt np1 vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq n2 n1 vvn, cc p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 12 Page 8
69 or els• with the addition of a Metonymie, with respec• unto the waters that are contained in it; or els• with the addition of a Metonymy, with respec• unto the waters that Are contained in it; cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp pn31; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 12 Page 8
70 an• both these are applicable to the Text: Th• former of these belongs to this enquiry, an• the latter to the next. an• both these Are applicable to the Text: Th• former of these belongs to this enquiry, an• the latter to the next. n1 d d vbr j p-acp dt n1: n1 j pp-f d vvz p-acp d n1, n1 dt d p-acp dt ord. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 12 Page 8
71 As then a fountain is • repository which God hath, in the work o• Creation, provided for the treasuring up o• waters in, As then a fountain is • repository which God hath, in the work o• Creation, provided for the treasuring up o• waters in, p-acp cs dt n1 vbz • np1-n r-crq np1 vhz, p-acp dt n1 n1 n1, vvn p-acp dt n-vvg a-acp n1 n2 p-acp, (4) doctrine (DIV2) 12 Page 8
72 so is Christ a Store-house of al• Grace, in whom it is laid up. so is christ a Storehouse of al• Grace, in whom it is laid up. av vbz np1 dt n1 pp-f n1 n1, p-acp ro-crq pn31 vbz vvn a-acp. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 12 Page 8
73 And there an• several respects in which he is thus compare• to a fountain, and hath this Title put upo• him; more especially, And there an• several respects in which he is thus compare• to a fountain, and hath this Title put upo• him; more especially, cc pc-acp n1 j n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz av n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vhz d n1 vvd n1 pno31; av-dc av-j, (4) doctrine (DIV2) 12 Page 8
74 1. A fountain is so called ▪ from the Plenty of w•ters that are in it. 1. A fountain is so called ▪ from the Plenty of w•ters that Are in it. crd dt n1 vbz av vvn ▪ p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cst vbr p-acp pn31. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 13 Page 8
75 There is a great fulness i• a Fountain. There is a great fullness i• a Fountain. pc-acp vbz dt j n1 n1 dt n1. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 13 Page 8
76 Cisterns have but a little in them small Springs, that are but little veins in the earth, do vent but a little water, Cisterns have but a little in them small Springs, that Are but little Veins in the earth, do vent but a little water, np1 vhb p-acp dt j p-acp pno32 av-j vvz, cst vbr p-acp j n2 p-acp dt n1, vdb vvi p-acp dt j n1, (4) doctrine (DIV2) 13 Page 9
77 because they have not much in them; but a fountain hath abundance in it, it is a vast treasury; Because they have not much in them; but a fountain hath abundance in it, it is a vast treasury; c-acp pns32 vhb xx av-d p-acp pno32; cc-acp dt n1 vhz n1 p-acp pn31, pn31 vbz dt j n1; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 13 Page 9
78 there is no want in a fountain, but there may ▪ come as many as will to it, there is no want in a fountain, but there may ▪ come as many as will to it, pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp a-acp vmb ▪ vvb p-acp d c-acp vmb p-acp pn31, (4) doctrine (DIV2) 13 Page 9
79 and have a full supply of water from it; and such a fountain of Grace is Jesus Christ to his people; and have a full supply of water from it; and such a fountain of Grace is jesus christ to his people; cc vhb dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31; cc d dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz np1 np1 p-acp po31 n1; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 13 Page 9
80 for this reason is he said to be full of Grace and Truth, Joh. 1. 14. And all the people of God are said to receive out of his Fulness, verse 16. and because of this abounding sufficiency of his, those that fear him are said to have no want of any good thing, Psal. 34. 9. And believers are said to receive abundance of grace from him, Rom. 5. 17. Hence we are told in Isa. 33. 21. The glorious Lord will be to us a place of broad rivers and streams. for this reason is he said to be full of Grace and Truth, John 1. 14. And all the people of God Are said to receive out of his Fullness, verse 16. and Because of this abounding sufficiency of his, those that Fear him Are said to have no want of any good thing, Psalm 34. 9. And believers Are said to receive abundance of grace from him, Rom. 5. 17. Hence we Are told in Isaiah 33. 21. The glorious Lord will be to us a place of broad Rivers and streams. p-acp d n1 vbz pns31 vvn p-acp vbb j pp-f n1 cc n1, np1 crd crd cc d dt n1 pp-f np1 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi av pp-f po31 n1, n1 crd cc p-acp pp-f d j-vvg n1 pp-f png31, d cst vvb pno31 vbr vvn pc-acp vhi dx n1 pp-f d j n1, np1 crd crd cc n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd av pns12 vbr vvn p-acp np1 crd crd dt j n1 vmb vbi p-acp pno12 dt n1 pp-f j n2 cc n2. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 13 Page 9
81 2. A fountain is so called from the Quality of the waters in it. 2. A fountain is so called from the Quality of the waters in it. crd dt n1 vbz av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp pn31. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 14 Page 9
82 The waters of a fountain are very much different from those that are in a pool or cistern; The waters of a fountain Are very much different from those that Are in a pool or cistern; dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr av d j p-acp d cst vbr p-acp dt n1 cc n1; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 14 Page 9
83 and there are two titles that are put upon them in this regard. 1. They are called living waters. and there Are two titles that Are put upon them in this regard. 1. They Are called living waters. cc pc-acp vbr crd n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp d n1. crd pns32 vbr vvn vvg n2. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 14 Page 9
84 Hence we have such allusive expressions, Cant. 4. 15. A Well of living waters. Rev. 7. 17. And shall lead them to living fountains of water. Hence we have such allusive expressions, Cant 4. 15. A Well of living waters. Rev. 7. 17. And shall led them to living fountains of water. av pns12 vhb d j n2, np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f j-vvg n2. n1 crd crd cc vmb vvi pno32 p-acp j-vvg n2 pp-f n1. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 15 Page 9
85 Not that they properly have a principle of life, or a living Soul in them (for they are not in the order of Animates ) but Metaphorically, in that they have something resembling life, because they run, Not that they properly have a principle of life, or a living Soul in them (for they Are not in the order of Animates) but Metaphorically, in that they have something resembling life, Because they run, xx cst pns32 av-j vhb dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt j-vvg n1 p-acp pno32 (c-acp pns32 vbr xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvz) p-acp av-j, p-acp cst pns32 vhb pi vvg n1, c-acp pns32 vvb, (4) doctrine (DIV2) 15 Page 10
86 and overflow, and purg• themselves, and have a continual motion. and overflow, and purg• themselves, and have a continual motion. cc vvi, cc n1 px32, cc vhb dt j n1. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 15 Page 10
87 A• also from the efficacy of them, because they are salubrious, and very serviceable for the preservation of the life of the Creature. A• also from the efficacy of them, Because they Are salubrious, and very serviceable for the preservation of the life of the Creature. n1 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, c-acp pns32 vbr j, cc av j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 15 Page 10
88 Thus is Christ in respect of his Graces compared to a fountain, Jer. 2. 13. Ye have forsaken me the fountain of living waters, and the Graces which he communicates from himself to such as come unto him, have that Epithet given to them, Thus is christ in respect of his Graces compared to a fountain, Jer. 2. 13. You have forsaken me the fountain of living waters, and the Graces which he communicates from himself to such as come unto him, have that Epithet given to them, av vbz np1 p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n2 vvn p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd pn22 vhb vvn pno11 dt n1 pp-f j-vvg n2, cc dt n2 r-crq pns31 n2 p-acp px31 p-acp d c-acp vvb p-acp pno31, vhb d n1 vvn p-acp pno32, (4) doctrine (DIV2) 15 Page 10
89 because they do revive, or give and continue life to them who partake in them; see for this, Joh. 4. 10. He would have given thee living water; Because they do revive, or give and continue life to them who partake in them; see for this, John 4. 10. He would have given thee living water; c-acp pns32 vdb vvi, cc vvi cc vvi n1 p-acp pno32 r-crq vvb p-acp pno32; vvb p-acp d, np1 crd crd pns31 vmd vhi vvn pno21 vvg n1; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 15 Page 10
90 and 7. 38. He that believeth in me, out of his belly shall flow rivers of living water; and 7. 38. He that Believeth in me, out of his belly shall flow Rivers of living water; cc crd crd pns31 cst vvz p-acp pno11, av pp-f po31 n1 vmb vvi n2 pp-f j-vvg n1; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 15 Page 10
91 and on this account the Psalmist asc•ibes that to him, Psal. 36 9. With thee is the fountain of life. and on this account the Psalmist asc•ibes that to him, Psalm 36 9. With thee is the fountain of life. cc p-acp d n1 dt n1 vvz d p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd p-acp pno21 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 15 Page 10
92 2. They are called clear and pure waters. And this follows from the former; for being living, they purge themselves, and alwa•s keep clean; 2. They Are called clear and pure waters. And this follows from the former; for being living, they purge themselves, and alwa•s keep clean; crd pns32 vbr vvn j cc j n2. cc d vvz p-acp dt j; c-acp vbg n1, pns32 vvb px32, cc n2 vvb j; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 16 Page 10
93 A Ci•tern, or pond, or Well, are ap• to gather filth by standing, and to grow corrupt, and to be often disturbed; A Ci•tern, or pond, or Well, Are ap• to gather filth by standing, and to grow corrupt, and to be often disturbed; dt j, cc n1, cc av, vbr n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp vvg, cc pc-acp vvi j, cc pc-acp vbi av vvn; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 16 Page 10
94 but a Fountain is clean and pure. but a Fountain is clean and pure. cc-acp dt n1 vbz j cc j. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 16 Page 10
95 Accordingly we have the Spirit of God, in a••usion to this, describing the fountain o• Grace which God hath provided for his Church, Rev. 22 1 ▪ He shewed me a pure river of 〈 ◊ 〉 of li•e, clear as crystal Such i• Christ, and 〈 ◊ 〉 a•e all his benefits 〈 ◊ 〉 are holy, Accordingly we have the Spirit of God, in a••usion to this, describing the fountain o• Grace which God hath provided for his Church, Rev. 22 1 ▪ He showed me a pure river of 〈 ◊ 〉 of li•e, clear as crystal Such i• christ, and 〈 ◊ 〉 a•e all his benefits 〈 ◊ 〉 Are holy, av-vvg pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp n1 p-acp d, vvg dt n1 n1 n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1, n1 crd vvn ▪ pns31 vvd pno11 dt j n1 pp-f 〈 sy 〉 pp-f av-dc, j c-acp n1 d n1 np1, cc 〈 sy 〉 vbb d po31 n2 〈 sy 〉 vbr j, (4) doctrine (DIV2) 16 Page 10
96 and there is no defilement in them. 3. A fountain is so called from the Diffusiveness of its waters. and there is no defilement in them. 3. A fountain is so called from the Diffusiveness of its waters. cc pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pno32. crd dt n1 vbz av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 16 Page 10
97 The waters in a Well, or a Pond, are shut up, and they move not; but are confined to one place; they are standing: The waters in a Well, or a Pond, Are shut up, and they move not; but Are confined to one place; they Are standing: dt n2 p-acp dt av, cc dt n1, vbr vvn a-acp, cc pns32 vvb xx; cc-acp vbr vvn p-acp crd n1; pns32 vbr vvg: (4) doctrine (DIV2) 17 Page 11
98 but a fountain is ever running over its banks, and spreading it self far and near, imparting of it self in its streams. but a fountain is ever running over its banks, and spreading it self Far and near, imparting of it self in its streams. cc-acp dt n1 vbz av vvg p-acp po31 n2, cc vvg pn31 n1 av-j cc av-j, vvg pp-f pn31 n1 p-acp po31 n2. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 17 Page 11
99 Hence we so often read of running waters in the Scriptures. Such also is Christ in respect of his Grace. Hence we so often read of running waters in the Scriptures. Such also is christ in respect of his Grace. av pns12 av av vvn pp-f vvg n2 p-acp dt n2. d av vbz np1 p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 17 Page 11
100 We have an Allegorical description given of this in Ezek. 47. begin. in those waters of the Sanctuary, which ran from the south side of the Altar, and encreased as they went along; We have an Allegorical description given of this in Ezekiel 47. begin. in those waters of the Sanctuary, which ran from the south side of the Altar, and increased as they went along; pns12 vhb dt j n1 vvn pp-f d p-acp np1 crd vvb. p-acp d n2 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vvd p-acp dt n1 n1 pp-f dt n1, cc j-vvn c-acp pns32 vvd a-acp; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 17 Page 11
101 which point •o that we are now considering of. which point •o that we Are now considering of. r-crq n1 av cst pns12 vbr av vvg pp-f. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 17 Page 11
102 A foun•ain may be conveyed in streams to many pla•es, for the supply of such as want it: A foun•ain may be conveyed in streams to many pla•es, for the supply of such as want it: dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n2 p-acp d n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d c-acp vvb pn31: (4) doctrine (DIV2) 17 Page 11
103 and Christ conveys his Grace here and there; and christ conveys his Grace Here and there; cc np1 vvz po31 n1 av cc a-acp; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 17 Page 11
104 and •here is never a street in the City of God but • abundantly refreshed with it. and •here is never a street in the city of God but • abundantly refreshed with it. cc av vbz av-x dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc-acp • av-j vvn p-acp pn31. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 17 Page 11
105 4. A fountain is so called from the Perennity of •. 4. A fountain is so called from the Perennity of •. crd dt n1 vbz av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f •. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 18 Page 11
106 The waters in a Cistern or pool, waste •ith using, and may be emptied in time, The waters in a Cistern or pool, waste •ith using, and may be emptied in time, dt n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1, vvb n1 vvg, cc vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, (4) doctrine (DIV2) 18 Page 11
107 if •onstantly repaired to, yea and the waters in •hem will dry up by degrees; if •onstantly repaired to, yea and the waters in •hem will dry up by Degrees; cs av-jn vvn p-acp, uh cc dt n2 p-acp n1 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp n2; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 18 Page 11
108 but a fountain •ever full, and hath a fresh supply coming in, • fast as any is drawn out of it, or conveyed ••om it: but a fountain •ever full, and hath a fresh supply coming in, • fast as any is drawn out of it, or conveyed ••om it: cc-acp dt n1 av j, cc vhz dt j n1 vvg p-acp, • av-j c-acp d vbz vvn av pp-f pn31, cc vvd av pn31: (4) doctrine (DIV2) 18 Page 11
109 if ten thousand should come to it, ••ey may fill all their vessels, and yet there is •o want, if ten thousand should come to it, ••ey may fill all their vessels, and yet there is •o want, cs crd crd vmd vvi p-acp pn31, n1 vmb vvi d po32 n2, cc av pc-acp vbz av n1, (4) doctrine (DIV2) 18 Page 11
110 nor any missing, but ten thousand •ore may come after them, and have equal •pply. Such is Christ in respect to his Grace; nor any missing, but ten thousand •ore may come After them, and have equal •pply. Such is christ in respect to his Grace; ccx d n-vvg, cc-acp crd crd n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno32, cc vhb j-jn n1. d vbz np1 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 18 Page 11
111 hence all that are a thirst are invited to him; Isa. 55. 1. Ho, every one that thirsteth come to the waters; hence all that Are a thirst Are invited to him; Isaiah 55. 1. Ho, every one that Thirsteth come to the waters; av av-d cst vbr dt n1 vbr vvn p-acp pno31; np1 crd crd uh, d pi cst vvz vvn p-acp dt n2; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 18 Page 12
112 and we are bidden to enlarge our vessels, and yet we shall be replenished, Psal. 81. 9. Open thy mouth wide and I will fill it; and we Are bidden to enlarge our vessels, and yet we shall be replenished, Psalm 81. 9. Open thy Mouth wide and I will fill it; cc pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi po12 n2, cc av pns12 vmb vbi vvn, np1 crd crd j po21 n1 j cc pns11 vmb vvi pn31; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 18 Page 12
113 and God hath assured us ▪ Isa. 45. 19 I said not to the Seed of Jacob Seek ye me in vain. and God hath assured us ▪ Isaiah 45. 19 I said not to the Seed of Jacob Seek you me in vain. cc np1 vhz vvn pno12 ▪ np1 crd crd pns11 vvd xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvb pn22 pno11 p-acp j. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 18 Page 12
114 2. What is that saving good that is fountained in him? 2. What is that Saving good that is fountained in him? crd q-crq vbz d vvg j cst vbz vvn p-acp pno31? (4) doctrine (DIV2) 19 Page 12
115 A. We observed, that a fountain is properly a receptacle of waters, and therefore is Me•onymically put for the waters themselves that are in it; A. We observed, that a fountain is properly a receptacle of waters, and Therefore is Me•onymically put for the waters themselves that Are in it; np1 pns12 vvd, cst dt n1 vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f n2, cc av vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt n2 px32 cst vbr p-acp pn31; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 20 Page 12
116 and we may here keep to the allusion. and we may Here keep to the allusion. cc pns12 vmb av vvi p-acp dt n1. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 20 Page 12
117 Water is one of those things that are necessary for the life of man, and afford a manifold benefit unto it; Water is one of those things that Are necessary for the life of man, and afford a manifold benefit unto it; n1 vbz pi pp-f d n2 cst vbr j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvi dt j n1 p-acp pn31; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 20 Page 12
118 it quencheth the thirst it revives the spirits, it comforts the man, it cools and refresheth the body ▪ it is of use also for cleansing or purisying both the body, it quenches the thirst it revives the spirits, it comforts the man, it cools and refresheth the body ▪ it is of use also for cleansing or purisying both the body, pn31 vvz dt n1 pn31 vvz dt n2, pn31 vvz dt n1, pn31 vvz cc vvz dt n1 ▪ pn31 vbz pp-f n1 av p-acp vvg cc vvg d dt n1, (4) doctrine (DIV2) 20 Page 12
119 and such things as are for its use and comfort: and such things as Are for its use and Comfort: cc d n2 c-acp vbr p-acp po31 n1 cc n1: (4) doctrine (DIV2) 20 Page 12
120 and indeed such is the usefulness of this Element, that the want of it makes the man miserable ▪ and if he be not supplied with it, he will unavoidably perish. and indeed such is the usefulness of this Element, that the want of it makes the man miserable ▪ and if he be not supplied with it, he will avoidable perish. cc av d vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1, cst dt n1 pp-f pn31 vvz dt n1 j ▪ cc cs pns31 vbb xx vvn p-acp pn31, pns31 vmb av-j vvi. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 20 Page 12
121 It is therefore reckoned for a singular advantage and happiness to dwell near a fountain of water ▪ as Isa. 33. 16. Hi• waters shall be sure; It is Therefore reckoned for a singular advantage and happiness to dwell near a fountain of water ▪ as Isaiah 33. 16. Hi• waters shall be sure; pn31 vbz av vvn p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f n1 ▪ c-acp np1 crd crd np1 n2 vmb vbi j; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 20 Page 12
122 and Chap. 32. 20. Blessed are ye that sow beside all waters. and Chap. 32. 20. Blessed Are you that sow beside all waters. cc np1 crd crd vvn vbr pn22 cst vvb p-acp d n2. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 20 Page 12
123 Now that which is here alluded to in this comparison is whatsoever benefit derives from Christ to the Souls of men, Now that which is Here alluded to in this comparison is whatsoever benefit derives from christ to the Souls of men, av cst r-crq vbz av vvn p-acp p-acp d n1 vbz c-crq n1 vvz p-acp np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, (4) doctrine (DIV2) 20 Page 12
124 for the helping them to obtain Eternal Life. for the helping them to obtain Eternal Life. p-acp dt vvg pno32 pc-acp vvi j n1. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 20 Page 13
125 These waters comprehend under them, Grace, and Glory, and every good thing, Psal 84. 11. peculiarly the Graces of his Spirit are here pointed to, These waters comprehend under them, Grace, and Glory, and every good thing, Psalm 84. 11. peculiarly the Graces of his Spirit Are Here pointed to, np1 n2 vvi p-acp pno32, n1, cc n1, cc d j n1, np1 crd crd av-j dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 vbr av vvn p-acp, (4) doctrine (DIV2) 20 Page 13
126 and therefore we have such an expression in, Joh. 1. 16. Of his fulness we have all received, and grace for grace. and Therefore we have such an expression in, John 1. 16. Of his fullness we have all received, and grace for grace. cc av pns12 vhb d dt n1 p-acp, np1 crd crd pp-f po31 n1 pns12 vhb d vvn, cc n1 p-acp n1. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 20 Page 13
127 The benefit of which is excellent, and manifold: without it we must needs perish; from and by it derives to us all that is necessary or desirable. The benefit of which is excellent, and manifold: without it we must needs perish; from and by it derives to us all that is necessary or desirable. dt n1 pp-f r-crq vbz j, cc j: p-acp pn31 pns12 vmb av vvi; p-acp cc p-acp pn31 vvz p-acp pno12 d d vbz j cc j. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 20 Page 13
128 There is pardon of Sin, peace with God, Sonship, Sanctification, and Consolation: the most comprehensive of which will be particularly considered of under a following Doctrine. There is pardon of since, peace with God, Sonship, Sanctification, and Consolation: the most comprehensive of which will be particularly considered of under a following Doctrine. pc-acp vbz n1 pp-f n1, n1 p-acp np1, n1, n1, cc n1: dt av-ds j pp-f r-crq vmb vbi av-j vvn pp-f p-acp dt j-vvg n1. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 20 Page 13
129 But it is certain that all these are laid up in Christ, and flow from him to his People, But it is certain that all these Are laid up in christ, and flow from him to his People, p-acp pn31 vbz j cst d d vbr vvn a-acp p-acp np1, cc vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1, (4) doctrine (DIV2) 20 Page 13
130 as waters do out of a fountain; and are no where else to be had. 3. How he came to be such a fountain? as waters do out of a fountain; and Are no where Else to be had. 3. How he Come to be such a fountain? c-acp n2 vdb av pp-f dt n1; cc vbr av-dx q-crq av pc-acp vbi vhn. crd c-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vbi d dt n1? (4) doctrine (DIV2) 20 Page 13
131 A. This flows from his Mediator-ship, and may be traced in these four particulars. A. This flows from his Mediatorship, and may be traced in these four particulars. np1 d vvz p-acp po31 n1, cc vmb vbi vvn p-acp d crd n2-j. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 22 Page 13
132 1. Mans Apostasy had cut him off from God as the fountain of life to him. 1. men Apostasy had Cut him off from God as the fountain of life to him. crd ng1 n1 vhd vvn pno31 a-acp p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 23 Page 13
133 All mans happiness is fountained in God, and must derive from him by way of participation. All men happiness is fountained in God, and must derive from him by Way of participation. d ng1 n1 vbz vvn p-acp np1, cc vmb vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp n1 pp-f n1. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 23 Page 13
134 He was at first, in his state of Integrity, planted by this fountain, had free access to it, He was At First, in his state of Integrity, planted by this fountain, had free access to it, pns31 vbds p-acp ord, p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1, vvn p-acp d n1, vhd j n1 p-acp pn31, (4) doctrine (DIV2) 23 Page 13
135 and could refresh himself at all times with it; the streams of it ran down freely on him: and could refresh himself At all times with it; the streams of it ran down freely on him: cc vmd vvi px31 p-acp d n2 p-acp pn31; dt n2 pp-f pn31 vvd a-acp av-j p-acp pno31: (4) doctrine (DIV2) 23 Page 13
136 but when he sinned against God, •hat made a woful separation, so God tells them, Isa. 59. 2. Your sins have separated between you and your God; but when he sinned against God, •hat made a woeful separation, so God tells them, Isaiah 59. 2. Your Sins have separated between you and your God; cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp np1, av vvd dt j n1, av np1 vvz pno32, np1 crd crd po22 n2 vhb vvn p-acp pn22 cc po22 n1; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 23 Page 13
137 and since then, that is a proper 〈 ◊ 〉 of 〈 ◊ 〉 men in their natural state, Psal. 73 27. They that are far from thee. and since then, that is a proper 〈 ◊ 〉 of 〈 ◊ 〉 men in their natural state, Psalm 73 27. They that Are Far from thee. cc c-acp av, cst vbz dt j 〈 sy 〉 pp-f 〈 sy 〉 n2 p-acp po32 j n1, np1 crd crd pns32 cst vbr av-j p-acp pno21. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 23 Page 14
138 God is no longer his portion; of a friend he is become his enemy; God is no longer his portion; of a friend he is become his enemy; np1 vbz av-dx av-jc po31 n1; pp-f dt n1 pns31 vbz vvn po31 n1; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 23 Page 14
139 all those Glorious Attributes which when for him, would have filled him with satisfaction, are now armed against him, all those Glorious Attributes which when for him, would have filled him with satisfaction, Are now armed against him, d d j n2 r-crq c-crq p-acp pno31, vmd vhi vvn pno31 p-acp n1, vbr av vvn p-acp pno31, (4) doctrine (DIV2) 23 Page 14
140 and become a terror to him, being ready to destroy him: and if this be not retrieved he cannot escape perdition. and become a terror to him, being ready to destroy him: and if this be not retrieved he cannot escape perdition. cc vvi dt n1 p-acp pno31, vbg j pc-acp vvi pno31: cc cs d vbb xx vvn pns31 vmbx vvi n1. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 23 Page 14
141 2. Gods free Grace constituted Christ in the Office of a Mediator, that he might procure life and happiness again for man. 2. God's free Grace constituted christ in the Office of a Mediator, that he might procure life and happiness again for man. crd npg1 j n1 vvn np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi n1 cc n1 av p-acp n1. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 24 Page 14
142 Sin had brought man under the Guilt of Death, binding him over to suffer-eternal vengeance. Gods Justice was now. since had brought man under the Gilded of Death, binding him over to suffer-eternal vengeance. God's justice was now. n1 vhd vvn n1 p-acp dt j-vvn pp-f n1, vvg pno31 a-acp p-acp j n1. npg1 n1 vbds av. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 24 Page 14
143 engaged to execute an holy revenge upon him, for the affront which he had offered to his Law. This Justice must be satisfied; engaged to execute an holy revenge upon him, for the affront which he had offered to his Law. This justice must be satisfied; vvn pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp pno31, p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vhd vvn p-acp po31 n1. d n1 vmb vbi vvn; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 24 Page 14
144 man can no more approach to God but by a Mediator, for without one, God is a consuming fire. man can no more approach to God but by a Mediator, for without one, God is a consuming fire. n1 vmb av-dx av-dc vvi p-acp np1 cc-acp p-acp dt n1, c-acp p-acp crd, np1 vbz dt j-vvg n1. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 24 Page 14
145 God graciously resolves to bring some of that unhappy race back again to himself, and be a fountain of life unto them, God graciously resolves to bring Some of that unhappy raze back again to himself, and be a fountain of life unto them, np1 av-j vvz pc-acp vvi d pp-f d j n1 av av p-acp px31, cc vbb dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32, (4) doctrine (DIV2) 24 Page 14
146 and herein to manifest his rich Grace; and herein to manifest his rich Grace; cc av pc-acp vvi po31 j n1; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 24 Page 14
147 for this end he appointed his own Son to become man, and in our nature to bring about an Atonement, by reconciling God and man one to another and procuring a Redemption for us; for this end he appointed his own Son to become man, and in our nature to bring about an Atonement, by reconciling God and man one to Another and procuring a Redemption for us; p-acp d n1 pns31 vvd po31 d n1 pc-acp vvi n1, cc p-acp po12 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, p-acp n-vvg n1 cc n1 pi p-acp n-jn cc vvg dt n1 p-acp pno12; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 24 Page 14
148 for this he put Christ into his Office, and indented with him in the Days of Eternity: for this he put christ into his Office, and indented with him in the Days of Eternity: p-acp d pns31 vvd np1 p-acp po31 n1, cc j-vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1: (4) doctrine (DIV2) 24 Page 14
149 〈 ◊ 〉 counsel of peace is therefore said to be between them both, Zech. 6. 13. 3. Christ, by his satisfactory Obedience, purchased and laid in all that was needful for the Salvation of man. 〈 ◊ 〉 counsel of peace is Therefore said to be between them both, Zechariah 6. 13. 3. christ, by his satisfactory obedience, purchased and laid in all that was needful for the Salvation of man. 〈 sy 〉 n1 pp-f n1 vbz av vvn pc-acp vbi p-acp pno32 d, np1 crd crd crd np1, p-acp po31 j n1, vvn cc vvn p-acp d cst vbds j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 24 Page 14
150 Had not God put him into Of•ice, and Commissioned him for this, all his Obedience had been insignificant: Had not God put him into Of•ice, and Commissioned him for this, all his obedience had been insignificant: vhd xx np1 vvi pno31 p-acp n1, cc np1 pno31 p-acp d, d po31 n1 vhd vbn j: (4) doctrine (DIV2) 25 Page 15
151 for, not only or meerly the value, but the Acceptance of it for us, made it a purchase: for, not only or merely the valve, but the Acceptance of it for us, made it a purchase: c-acp, xx av-j cc av-j dt n1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp pno12, vvd pn31 dt n1: (4) doctrine (DIV2) 25 Page 15
152 and yet had •t not been valuable, it would not have done, because Justice and Mercy could not otherwise have agreed in our Salvation, and yet had •t not been valuable, it would not have done, Because justice and Mercy could not otherwise have agreed in our Salvation, cc av vhd vvn xx vbn j, pn31 vmd xx vhi vdn, c-acp n1 cc n1 vmd xx av vhi vvn p-acp po12 n1, (4) doctrine (DIV2) 25 Page 15
153 as they must, Psal ▪ 85 10. Mercy and Truth are met together, Justice and Peace have kissed each other. as they must, Psalm ▪ 85 10. Mercy and Truth Are met together, justice and Peace have kissed each other. c-acp pns32 vmb, np1 ▪ crd crd n1 cc n1 vbr vvn av, n1 cc n1 vhb vvn d n-jn. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 25 Page 15
154 But Christ bought us at a valuable price, 1 Cor. 16. 12. Ye are bought with a Price; But christ bought us At a valuable price, 1 Cor. 16. 12. You Are bought with a Price; p-acp np1 vvd pno12 p-acp dt j n1, crd np1 crd crd pn22 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 25 Page 15
155 and because his •eath was more eminently concerned in this, •ence it is peculiarly Attributed to his Blood ▪ • Pet 1. 18, 19. Ye are Redeemed, &c. with the •ecious blood of Christ; and Because his •eath was more eminently concerned in this, •ence it is peculiarly Attributed to his Blood ▪ • Pet 1. 18, 19. You Are Redeemed, etc. with the •ecious blood of christ; cc c-acp po31 n1 vbds av-dc av-j vvn p-acp d, av pn31 vbz av-j vvn p-acp po31 n1 ▪ • np1 crd crd, crd pn22 vbr j-vvn, av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 25 Page 15
156 and as he bought •s •ut of the hand of Revenging Justice, so he •ought all that Inheritance fo• us, in which •ur whole happiness is contained, which is •alled the purchased Possession. Eph. 1, 14. and as he bought •s •ut of the hand of Revenging justice, so he •ought all that Inheritance fo• us, in which •ur Whole happiness is contained, which is •alled the purchased Possession. Ephesians 1, 14. cc c-acp pns31 vvd av av pp-f dt n1 pp-f j-vvg n1, av pns31 vvd d cst n1 n1 pno12, p-acp r-crq n1 j-jn n1 vbz vvn, r-crq vbz vvn dt vvd n1. np1 crd, crd (4) doctrine (DIV2) 25 Page 15
157 4. Hence all this good is deposited in him, and •e dispensation of it is committed unto him ▪ As •e was at the cost to procure it, 4. Hence all this good is deposited in him, and •e Dispensation of it is committed unto him ▪ As •e was At the cost to procure it, crd av d d j vbz vvn p-acp pno31, cc j n1 pp-f pn31 vbz vvn p-acp pno31 ▪ p-acp n1 vbds p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, (4) doctrine (DIV2) 26 Page 15
158 so his Father •ath betrusted him with the application of it; so his Father •ath betrusted him with the application of it; av po31 n1 vhz vvn pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 26 Page 15
159 •e is made the Store house or Treasure of it, is laid up in him, Col. 2. 3. In whom are hid • the treasures of wisdom and knowledge: •e is made the Store house or Treasure of it, is laid up in him, Col. 2. 3. In whom Are hid • the treasures of Wisdom and knowledge: n1 vbz vvn dt n1 n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, vbz vvn a-acp p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd p-acp ro-crq vbr vvn • dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1: (4) doctrine (DIV2) 26 Page 15
160 We ••st go to this Heavenly Joseph if we would ••ain it. God put not only a Priestly, but a Prophetical and Kingly Office on him; We ••st go to this Heavenly Joseph if we would ••ain it. God put not only a Priestly, but a Prophetical and Kingly Office on him; pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d j np1 cs pns12 vmd vvi pn31. np1 vvd xx av-j dt j, p-acp dt j cc j n1 p-acp pno31; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 26 Page 15
161 and now he leaves all to his management, and he gives eternal life according to his pleasure, John 5. 21, 22. The Son quickneth whom he will; and now he leaves all to his management, and he gives Eternal life according to his pleasure, John 5. 21, 22. The Son Quickeneth whom he will; cc av pns31 vvz d p-acp po31 n1, cc pns31 vvz j n1 vvg p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd crd, crd dt n1 vvz r-crq pns31 vmb; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 26 Page 16
162 the Father judgeth no man, but hath committed all Judgment to the Son. 17. 2. Thou hast given him power over all flesh, that he should give eternal life to as many as thou hast given him. the Father Judgeth no man, but hath committed all Judgement to the Son. 17. 2. Thou hast given him power over all Flesh, that he should give Eternal life to as many as thou hast given him. dt n1 vvz dx n1, cc-acp vhz vvn d n1 p-acp dt n1 crd crd pns21 vh2 vvn pno31 n1 p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi j n1 p-acp p-acp d c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno31. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 26 Page 16
163 USE I. For Information in two or three particulars ▪ USE I For Information in two or three particulars ▪ vvb uh p-acp n1 p-acp crd cc crd n2-j ▪ (4) doctrine (DIV2) 27 Page 16
164 1. Learn we hence the happiness of all those that have gotten an interest in Christ ▪ All the Titl•• that are put upon him in the Word of God are to commend to us some excellent benefi• that flows from him to those that participat• in him. 1. Learn we hence the happiness of all those that have got an Interest in christ ▪ All the Titl•• that Are put upon him in the Word of God Are to commend to us Some excellent benefi• that flows from him to those that participat• in him. crd vvb pns12 av dt n1 pp-f d d cst vhb vvn dt n1 p-acp np1 ▪ d dt np1 cst vbr vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12 d j n1 cst vvz p-acp pno31 p-acp d cst n1 p-acp pno31. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 28 Page 16
165 Now, as Christ's Office is to convey saving mercies to us, so herein he appears glorious, in that they are all stored in him as in a fountain, Now, as Christ's Office is to convey Saving Mercies to us, so herein he appears glorious, in that they Are all stored in him as in a fountain, av, c-acp npg1 n1 vbz pc-acp vvi vvg n2 p-acp pno12, av av pns31 vvz j, p-acp cst pns32 vbr d vvn p-acp pno31 a-acp p-acp dt n1, (4) doctrine (DIV2) 28 Page 16
166 and that he therefore is a fountain of them. and that he Therefore is a fountain of them. cc cst pns31 av vbz dt n1 pp-f pno32. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 28 Page 16
167 How rich then are all they who are owners of this fountain, that dwell with him? Such are all true believers: these can never want; How rich then Are all they who Are owners of this fountain, that dwell with him? Such Are all true believers: these can never want; q-crq j av vbr d pns32 r-crq vbr n2 pp-f d n1, cst vvb p-acp pno31? d vbr d j n2: d vmb av-x vvi; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 28 Page 16
168 all that they can need is in him; and there is enough and to spare: all that they can need is in him; and there is enough and to spare: d cst pns32 vmb vvi vbz p-acp pno31; cc pc-acp vbz av-d cc pc-acp vvi: (4) doctrine (DIV2) 28 Page 16
169 this may turn the valley of Baca into a well, Psal 84: 6. Christ himself hath told us what is the priviledge of those that believe in him, Joh. 7 ▪ 38 Out of his belly shall flow rivers of living water; this may turn the valley of Baca into a well, Psalm 84: 6. christ himself hath told us what is the privilege of those that believe in him, John 7 ▪ 38 Out of his belly shall flow Rivers of living water; d vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd: crd np1 px31 vhz vvn pno12 r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d cst vvb p-acp pno31, np1 crd ▪ crd av pp-f po31 n1 vmb vvi n2 pp-f j-vvg n1; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 28 Page 16
170 and hence the•e is such blessedness pronounced on believers, Jer. 17. 8. H• shall be as a tree planted by the waters, and hence the•e is such blessedness pronounced on believers, Jer. 17. 8. H• shall be as a tree planted by the waters, cc av n1 vbz d n1 vvn p-acp n2, np1 crd crd np1 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n2, (4) doctrine (DIV2) 28 Page 17
171 and spread•th out her root by the river, &c. Rejoyce the• in this your lot, and spread•th out her root by the river, etc. Rejoice the• in this your lot, cc av av po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, av vvb n1 p-acp d po22 n1, (4) doctrine (DIV2) 28 Page 17
172 and envy not the world their broken •isterns, though they seem to be neve• so full. and envy not the world their broken •isterns, though they seem to be neve• so full. cc vvb xx dt n1 po32 j-vvn n2, cs pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi n1 av j. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 28 Page 17
173 2. Here is good news to those thirsty Souls, that have sought for living waters, and found none elsewhere. 2. Here is good news to those thirsty Souls, that have sought for living waters, and found none elsewhere. crd av vbz j n1 p-acp d j n2, cst vhb vvn p-acp j-vvg n2, cc vvd pix av. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 29 Page 17
174 When God awakens the Consciences of Sinners, and shews them something of the misery which they labour of, they are inquisitive where they may get a remedy; When God awakens the Consciences of Sinners, and shows them something of the misery which they labour of, they Are inquisitive where they may get a remedy; c-crq np1 vvz dt n2 pp-f n2, cc vvz pno32 pi pp-f dt n1 r-crq pns32 vvb pp-f, pns32 vbr j c-crq pns32 vmb vvi dt n1; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 29 Page 17
175 and they seek it at home and abroad, they go from hill to mountain in quest of it; and they seek it At home and abroad, they go from hill to mountain in quest of it; cc pns32 vvb pn31 p-acp n1-an cc av, pns32 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1 pp-f pn31; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 29 Page 17
176 they have gone to every pit, hoping to draw waters to refresh their Souls out of it, they have gone to every pit, hoping to draw waters to refresh their Souls out of it, pns32 vhb vvn p-acp d n1, vvg pc-acp vvi n2 pc-acp vvi po32 n2 av pp-f pn31, (4) doctrine (DIV2) 29 Page 17
177 but they have come away empty and ashamed, and may possibly be ready to sit down and despair of ever finding any that will quench their thirst, and refresh their Souls: but they have come away empty and ashamed, and may possibly be ready to fit down and despair of ever finding any that will quench their thirst, and refresh their Souls: cc-acp pns32 vhb vvn av j cc j, cc vmb av-j vbi j pc-acp vvi a-acp cc n1 pp-f av vvg d cst vmb vvi po32 n1, cc vvi po32 n2: (4) doctrine (DIV2) 29 Page 17
178 but be of good cheer, here is a true report made of a fountain of such waters as you need; but be of good cheer, Here is a true report made of a fountain of such waters as you need; cc-acp vbb pp-f j n1, av vbz dt j n1 vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n2 c-acp pn22 vvb; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 29 Page 17
179 there is none in the world, nor is there any in your own power: but there is enough in Christ; there is none in the world, nor is there any in your own power: but there is enough in christ; pc-acp vbz pix p-acp dt n1, ccx vbz pc-acp d p-acp po22 d n1: cc-acp pc-acp vbz av-d p-acp np1; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 29 Page 17
180 he is an infinite and inexhaustible fountain of it; and if there was no more to be said, yet here is encouragement to hope: he is an infinite and inexhaustible fountain of it; and if there was no more to be said, yet Here is encouragement to hope: pns31 vbz dt j cc j n1 pp-f pn31; cc cs pc-acp vbds dx dc pc-acp vbi vvn, av av vbz n1 pc-acp vvi: (4) doctrine (DIV2) 29 Page 17
181 if there were none at all, your case were then desperate; if there were none At all, your case were then desperate; cs pc-acp vbdr pix p-acp d, po22 n1 vbdr av j; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 29 Page 17
182 but if it be any where, and there be enough of it too, think then, I will not abandon hope, but if it be any where, and there be enough of it too, think then, I will not abandon hope, cc-acp cs pn31 vbb d q-crq, cc pc-acp vbi d pp-f pn31 av, vvb av, pns11 vmb xx vvi n1, (4) doctrine (DIV2) 29 Page 17
183 for who knows but that he may shew me the favour, to give me to drink of these waters of life. for who knows but that he may show me the favour, to give me to drink of these waters of life. c-acp r-crq vvz p-acp cst pns31 vmb vvi pno11 dt n1, pc-acp vvi pno11 pc-acp vvi pp-f d n2 pp-f n1. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 29 Page 17
184 3. This may answer their doubt who are afrai• to come to Christ, by reason of the greatness of their sin & misery. 3. This may answer their doubt who Are afrai• to come to christ, by reason of the greatness of their since & misery. crd d vmb vvi po32 n1 r-crq vbr n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 cc n1. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 30 Page 18
185 When deep convictions of these do make them, instead of making the greater haste to Christ, to discourage themselves there ▪ by from daring at all to come to him, their sins are too great to be forgiven them, their hearts are so hard, that there is no softnign of them, their debts are run up to ten thousand Talents, they have gone beyond the ordinary sort of Sinners; When deep convictions of these do make them, instead of making the greater haste to christ, to discourage themselves there ▪ by from daring At all to come to him, their Sins Are too great to be forgiven them, their hearts Are so hard, that there is no softnign of them, their debts Are run up to ten thousand Talents, they have gone beyond the ordinary sort of Sinners; c-crq j-jn n2 pp-f d vdb vvi pno32, av pp-f vvg dt jc n1 p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi px32 pc-acp ▪ p-acp p-acp vvg p-acp d pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, po32 n2 vbr av j pc-acp vbi vvn pno32, po32 n2 vbr av j, cst pc-acp vbz dx j pp-f pno32, po32 n2 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp crd crd n2, pns32 vhb vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 30 Page 18
186 and sure there is no help in Christ for such as they are: and sure there is no help in christ for such as they Are: cc av-j a-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp np1 p-acp d c-acp pns32 vbr: (4) doctrine (DIV2) 30 Page 18
187 Look now, he is a fo•ntain, yea he is an immense and an incomprehensible fountain, whatsoever you want or can desire is to be supplied out of it to the utmost extent of your cravings, Look now, he is a fo•ntain, yea he is an immense and an incomprehensible fountain, whatsoever you want or can desire is to be supplied out of it to the utmost extent of your cravings, vvb av, pns31 vbz dt n1, uh pns31 vbz dt j cc dt j n1, r-crq pn22 vvb cc vmb vvi vbz pc-acp vbi vvn av pp-f pn31 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po22 n2-vvg, (4) doctrine (DIV2) 30 Page 18
188 yea, indeed he came for that very end, that where sin hath abounded, Grace might much more abound, Rom. 5. 20. And is therefore furnished accordingly. Hence, yea, indeed he Come for that very end, that where since hath abounded, Grace might much more abound, Rom. 5. 20. And is Therefore furnished accordingly. Hence, uh, av pns31 vvd p-acp d j n1, cst c-crq n1 vhz vvn, n1 vmd av-d av-dc vvi, np1 crd crd cc vbz av vvn av-vvg. av, (4) doctrine (DIV2) 30 Page 18
189 USE II. Let it be to exhort and direct miserable Sinners; USE II Let it be to exhort and Direct miserable Sinners; vvb crd vvb pn31 vbi pc-acp vvi cc vvi j n2; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 31 Page 18
190 and such are all the Children of men in their natural estate, & till they are gotten into Christ, and interested in his Redemption. and such Are all the Children of men in their natural estate, & till they Are got into christ, and interested in his Redemption. cc d vbr d dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp po32 j n1, cc c-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp np1, cc vvn p-acp po31 n1. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 31 Page 18
191 Be you then pointed hereby to come to Christ for all your supplies; make him your object, and address your selves to him. Be you then pointed hereby to come to christ for all your supplies; make him your Object, and address your selves to him. vbb pn22 av vvn av pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp d po22 n2; vvb pno31 po22 n1, cc vvb po22 n2 p-acp pno31. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 31 Page 18
192 Many arguments might here be used to press this advice; Many Arguments might Here be used to press this Advice; av-d n2 vmd av vbi vvn pc-acp vvi d n1; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 31 Page 18
193 but I shall only offer two or three which are fetched from the Doctrine in hand. but I shall only offer two or three which Are fetched from the Doctrine in hand. cc-acp pns11 vmb av-j vvi crd cc crd r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 31 Page 18
194 1. You must have a supply or you will perish. There is no living in the condition you are at present in; 1. You must have a supply or you will perish. There is no living in the condition you Are At present in; crd pn22 vmb vhi dt n1 cc pn22 vmb vvi. pc-acp vbz dx vvg p-acp dt n1 pn22 vbr p-acp j p-acp; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 32 Page 18
195 if you sit still you dy unavoidably; if you fit still you die avoidable; cs pn22 vvb av pn22 vvb av-j; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 32 Page 19
196 your samishing Souls must have something to live upon, and that can be nothing else but these living waters, or you will faint and dy. your samishing Souls must have something to live upon, and that can be nothing Else but these living waters, or you will faint and die. po22 vvg n2 vmb vhi pi pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc cst vmb vbi pix av cc-acp d vvg n2, cc pn22 vmb vvi cc vvi. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 32 Page 19
197 The whole Word of God will assure you of your woful infelicity, which as long as you abide in your natural state, you labour of, and are perishing in: The Whole Word of God will assure you of your woeful infelicity, which as long as you abide in your natural state, you labour of, and Are perishing in: dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi pn22 pp-f po22 j n1, r-crq c-acp av-j c-acp pn22 vvb p-acp po22 j n1, pn22 vvb pp-f, cc vbr vvg p-acp: (4) doctrine (DIV2) 32 Page 19
198 if therefore there be no supply to be had, you will sink under this distress, and be undone for ever; if Therefore there be no supply to be had, you will sink under this distress, and be undone for ever; cs av pc-acp vbi dx n1 pc-acp vbi vhn, pn22 vmb vvi p-acp d n1, cc vbi vvn p-acp av; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 32 Page 19
199 and surely such a thought as this, if duly meditated upon, cannot but ▪ stir you up to enquire, and surely such a Thought as this, if duly meditated upon, cannot but ▪ stir you up to inquire, cc av-j d dt n1 c-acp d, cs av-jn vvn p-acp, vmbx p-acp ▪ vvb pn22 a-acp pc-acp vvi, (4) doctrine (DIV2) 32 Page 19
200 and make you restless in seeking where and how you may obtain the supply, by which you may escape the wo•ul misery which is upon you. and make you restless in seeking where and how you may obtain the supply, by which you may escape the wo•ul misery which is upon you. cc vvb pn22 j p-acp vvg c-crq cc c-crq pn22 vmb vvi dt n1, p-acp r-crq pn22 vmb vvi dt j n1 r-crq vbz p-acp pn22. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 32 Page 19
201 2 You will be miserably disappointed if you go my whither else for it. 2 You will be miserably disappointed if you go my whither Else for it. crd pn22 vmb vbi av-j vvn cs pn22 vvb po11 q-crq av c-acp pn31. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 33 Page 19
202 You will have many solicitours, who will say to you, Turn in hither, and will promise you fair; but all is a cheat; believe them not; You will have many solicitous, who will say to you, Turn in hither, and will promise you fair; but all is a cheat; believe them not; pn22 vmb vhi d j, r-crq vmb vvi p-acp pn22, vvb p-acp av, cc vmb vvi pn22 j; cc-acp d vbz dt n1; vvb pno32 xx; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 33 Page 19
203 if you will not be miserably disappointed. if you will not be miserably disappointed. cs pn22 vmb xx vbi av-j vvn. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 33 Page 19
204 If you seek to the world, there is not one drop of the waters of life to be found in it, it hath nothing but poysoned waters, which, however they may please your carnal appetites, will not satisfie an immortal Soul. The Worlds Cup may in•oxicate you, If you seek to the world, there is not one drop of the waters of life to be found in it, it hath nothing but poisoned waters, which, however they may please your carnal appetites, will not satisfy an immortal Soul. The World's Cup may in•oxicate you, cs pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbz xx crd n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31, pn31 vhz pix p-acp j-vvn n2, r-crq, c-acp pns32 vmb vvi po22 j n2, vmb xx vvi dt j n1 dt ng1 n1 vmb j pn22, (4) doctrine (DIV2) 33 Page 19
205 but it will never slack your •hirst; but it will never slack your •hirst; cc-acp pn31 vmb av-x vvi po22 n1; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 33 Page 19
206 mans misery began in his turning to it, Jer ▪ 2. 13. They have dug to themselves broken ••sterns thar can hold no water. men misery began in his turning to it, Jer ▪ 2. 13. They have dug to themselves broken ••sterns thar can hold no water. ng1 n1 vvd p-acp po31 n-vvg p-acp pn31, n1 ▪ crd crd pns32 vhb vvn p-acp px32 vvn n2 cst vmb vvi dx n1. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 33 Page 19
207 If you seek it in your own Righteousness, and take much pains in que•• of it by that course, it will deceive you; If you seek it in your own Righteousness, and take much pains in que•• of it by that course, it will deceive you; cs pn22 vvb pn31 p-acp po22 d n1, cc vvb d n2 p-acp n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp d n1, pn31 vmb vvi pn22; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 33 Page 20
208 God expostulates thus with all that will not come to these waters, Isa. 55. 2. Wherefore do ye spend your money for that which is not bread, God expostulates thus with all that will not come to these waters, Isaiah 55. 2. Wherefore do you spend your money for that which is not bred, np1 vvz av p-acp d cst vmb xx vvi p-acp d n2, np1 crd crd q-crq vdb pn22 vvi po22 n1 p-acp d r-crq vbz xx n1, (4) doctrine (DIV2) 33 Page 20
209 and your labour for that which satisfieth not? 3. There is enough in Christ to answer all your wants. and your labour for that which Satisfieth not? 3. There is enough in christ to answer all your Wants. cc po22 n1 p-acp d r-crq vvz xx? crd pc-acp vbz av-d p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi d po22 n2. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 33 Page 20
210 Let them be never so many, or never so great, yet know it that fountain hath an immense fulness in it, Let them be never so many, or never so great, yet know it that fountain hath an immense fullness in it, vvb pno32 vbi av av av-d, cc av-x av j, av vvb pn31 d n1 vhz dt j n1 p-acp pn31, (4) doctrine (DIV2) 34 Page 20
211 and can never be drawn dry: Millions of Souls have been satisfied at it ▪ and it is still as full as ever, Eph. 3. 20 ▪ He is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think: and can never be drawn dry: Millions of Souls have been satisfied At it ▪ and it is still as full as ever, Ephesians 3. 20 ▪ He is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think: cc vmb av-x vbi vvn j: crd pp-f n2 vhb vbn vvn p-acp pn31 ▪ cc pn31 vbz av p-acp j c-acp av, np1 crd crd ▪ pns31 vbz j pc-acp vdi j-vvg av-j p-acp d cst pns12 vvb cc vvi: (4) doctrine (DIV2) 34 Page 20
212 All other waters will dry up, but these never will, Isa. 58. 11. Thou shalt be like a watered Garden, All other waters will dry up, but these never will, Isaiah 58. 11. Thou shalt be like a watered Garden, d j-jn n2 vmb vvi a-acp, cc-acp d av vmb, np1 crd crd pns21 vm2 vbi av-j dt vvn n1, (4) doctrine (DIV2) 34 Page 20
213 and like a spring of waters, whose waters fail not. and like a spring of waters, whose waters fail not. cc av-j dt n1 pp-f n2, rg-crq n2 vvb xx. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 34 Page 20
214 The Psalmist therefore presumes on this, Psal. 36. 8. Thou shalt make them to drink of the River of thy Pleasures. And for your Direction. The Psalmist Therefore Presumest on this, Psalm 36. 8. Thou shalt make them to drink of the River of thy Pleasures. And for your Direction. dt n1 av vv2 p-acp d, np1 crd crd pns21 vm2 vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f po21 n2. cc p-acp po22 n1. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 34 Page 20
215 1. Be affected with your own Necessity. 1. Be affected with your own Necessity. crd vbb vvn p-acp po22 d n1. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 36 Page 20
216 The reason why this fountain is no more repaired unto, why Jesus Christ is so greatly neglected by the Children of men, is not because they have no need of him, The reason why this fountain is no more repaired unto, why jesus christ is so greatly neglected by the Children of men, is not Because they have no need of him, dt n1 c-crq d n1 vbz av-dx av-dc vvn p-acp, c-crq np1 np1 vbz av av-j vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, vbz xx c-acp pns32 vhb dx n1 pp-f pno31, (4) doctrine (DIV2) 36 Page 20
217 but because they do not rightly resent their need. but Because they do not rightly resent their need. cc-acp c-acp pns32 vdb xx av-jn vvi po32 n1. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 36 Page 20
218 Were you in the case of those poor Lepers that sat in the gate of Samaria, of whom you read, in 2 Kings 7. begin. or of the poor Prodigal in his far Countrey, where he was ready to famish, Luke 15. You would soon bestir your selves. Were you in the case of those poor Lepers that sat in the gate of Samaria, of whom you read, in 2 Kings 7. begin. or of the poor Prodigal in his Far Country, where he was ready to famish, Lycia 15. You would soon Bestir your selves. vbdr pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2 cst vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pp-f ro-crq pn22 vvb, p-acp crd n2 crd vvi. cc pp-f dt j j-jn p-acp po31 j n1, c-crq pns31 vbds j pc-acp vvi, av crd pn22 vmd av vvi po22 n2. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 36 Page 20
219 Consider then what Sin hath made you; Consider then what since hath made you; np1 av q-crq n1 vhz vvn pn22; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 36 Page 21
220 take the Word of God, and believe it, and there read what a forlorn condition you are in, starving, fainting, dying. take the Word of God, and believe it, and there read what a forlorn condition you Are in, starving, fainting, dying. vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvb pn31, cc pc-acp vvi r-crq dt j-vvn n1 pn22 vbr p-acp, vvg, j-vvg, j-vvg. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 36 Page 21
221 2. Renounce all trust in broken cist•r•s, and seek to him alone for Supply. As long as you look elsewhere, he will not hear you; 2. Renounce all trust in broken cist•r•s, and seek to him alone for Supply. As long as you look elsewhere, he will not hear you; crd vvb d n1 p-acp j-vvn n2, cc vvi p-acp pno31 av-j p-acp n1. p-acp j c-acp pn22 vvb av, pns31 vmb xx vvi pn22; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 37 Page 21
222 we are told, in Jon. 2. 6. They that embrace lying vanities, forsake their own mercies. we Are told, in Jon. 2. 6. They that embrace lying vanities, forsake their own Mercies. pns12 vbr vvn, p-acp np1 crd crd pns32 cst vvb vvg n2, vvb po32 d n2. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 37 Page 21
223 And accordingly we are acquainted how it shall be, when God comes to be the portion of the Soul, Hos. 14. 8. Ephraim shall say, What have I to do any more with Idols? And hence we are directed to come with a declared rejection of other objects, verse 2, 3. Ashur shall not save, &c. And one would think your own experience, And accordingly we Are acquainted how it shall be, when God comes to be the portion of the Soul, Hos. 14. 8. Ephraim shall say, What have I to do any more with Idols? And hence we Are directed to come with a declared rejection of other objects, verse 2, 3. Ashur shall not save, etc. And one would think your own experience, cc av-vvg pns12 vbr vvn c-crq pn31 vmb vbi, c-crq np1 vvz pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd np1 vmb vvi, q-crq vhb pns11 pc-acp vdi d dc p-acp n2? cc av pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt vvn n1 pp-f j-jn n2, n1 crd, crd np1 vmb xx vvi, av cc pi vmd vvi po22 d n1, (4) doctrine (DIV2) 37 Page 21
224 how often you have been defeta•d in seeking to them, were enough to make you thus to do. how often you have been defeta•d in seeking to them, were enough to make you thus to do. c-crq av pn22 vhb vbn vvn p-acp vvg p-acp pno32, vbdr av-d pc-acp vvi pn22 av pc-acp vdi. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 37 Page 21
225 3. Plead his ability, or sufficiency. 3. Plead his ability, or sufficiency. crd vvb po31 n1, cc n1. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 38 Page 21
226 Believe it, and let it be your encouragement, and make use of it in your petitions; Believe it, and let it be your encouragement, and make use of it in your petitions; vvb pn31, cc vvb pn31 vbi po22 n1, cc vvi n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp po22 n2; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 38 Page 21
227 argue with your selves, as the Prodigal did, Luk. 15. 17. In my fathers house is enough and to spare, and I perish; argue with your selves, as the Prodigal did, Luk. 15. 17. In my Father's house is enough and to spare, and I perish; vvb p-acp po22 n2, c-acp dt n-jn vdd, np1 crd crd p-acp po11 ng1 n1 vbz av-d cc pc-acp vvi, cc pns11 vvb; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 38 Page 21
228 and let it make you to arise, and when you come, tell him, your thirsty Souls are ready to expire, and let it make you to arise, and when you come, tell him, your thirsty Souls Are ready to expire, cc vvb pn31 vvi pn22 p-acp vvb, cc c-crq pn22 vvb, vvb pno31, po22 j n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi, (4) doctrine (DIV2) 38 Page 21
229 and you can find nothing to refresh them; and you can find nothing to refresh them; cc pn22 vmb vvi pix pc-acp vvi pno32; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 38 Page 21
230 that he hath enough with him, and that he can afford it to you, and how it will be for the glory of his Grace thus to do, that he hath enough with him, and that he can afford it to you, and how it will be for the glory of his Grace thus to do, cst pns31 vhz av-d p-acp pno31, cc cst pns31 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp pn22, cc c-crq pn31 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 av pc-acp vdi, (4) doctrine (DIV2) 38 Page 21
231 when he shall so save a perishing Soul, and make it a monument of his mercy and power to all Eternity. when he shall so save a perishing Soul, and make it a monument of his mercy and power to all Eternity. c-crq pns31 vmb av vvi dt j-vvg n1, cc vvi pn31 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 38 Page 21
232 4. Now resign your selves up to his mercy. Resolve that because you have found all the p•• in the World empty; 4. Now resign your selves up to his mercy. Resolve that Because you have found all the p•• in the World empty; crd av vvi po22 n2 a-acp p-acp po31 n1. vvb cst c-acp pn22 vhb vvn d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 j; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 39 Page 22
233 and that here is a fu• fountain, able to supply you, you will go no• whither else, and that Here is a fu• fountain, able to supply you, you will go no• whither Else, cc cst av vbz dt n1 n1, j pc-acp vvi pn22, pn22 vmb vvi n1 c-crq av, (4) doctrine (DIV2) 39 Page 22
234 but wait for the communicatio• of grace to you; acknowledging of his Supremacy, adventuring on his mercy; but wait for the communicatio• of grace to you; acknowledging of his Supremacy, adventuring on his mercy; cc-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn22; vvg pp-f po31 n1, vvg p-acp po31 n1; (4) doctrine (DIV2) 39 Page 22
235 and beg of• him his Grace to establish this purpose in you ▪ and fear not: and beg of• him his Grace to establish this purpose in you ▪ and Fear not: cc vvb n1 pno31 po31 n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp pn22 ▪ cc vvb xx: (4) doctrine (DIV2) 39 Page 22
236 this Fountain will open unto you: which is the next thing. this Fountain will open unto you: which is the next thing. d n1 vmb j p-acp pn22: r-crq vbz dt ord n1. (4) doctrine (DIV2) 39 Page 22
237 DOCTRINE. II. Jesus Christ is an Opened fountain in the days of the Gospel. DOCTRINE. II jesus christ is an Opened fountain in the days of the Gospel. n1. crd np1 np1 vbz dt j-vvn n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 39 Page 22
238 OUR Prophet is speaking of, and predicting about Gospel times, and tells us, that in that day there shall be a fountain Opened. OUR Prophet is speaking of, and predicting about Gospel times, and tells us, that in that day there shall be a fountain Opened. po12 n1 vbz vvg pp-f, cc vvg p-acp n1 n2, cc vvz pno12, cst p-acp d n1 a-acp vmb vbi dt n1 vvd. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 40 Page 22
239 Under the former Doctrine we had Christ commended to us as a fountain of saving good, whose fulness of all Grace and Goodness may invite the poor and needy Soul to repair to him, to have all its wants supplied: Under the former Doctrine we had christ commended to us as a fountain of Saving good, whose fullness of all Grace and goodness may invite the poor and needy Soul to repair to him, to have all its Wants supplied: p-acp dt j n1 pns12 vhd np1 vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg j, rg-crq n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1 vmb vvi dt j cc j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, pc-acp vhi d po31 n2 vvn: (5) doctrine (DIV2) 40 Page 22
240 In this we have a farther commendation given him by the Epithet added, viz. That he is a Fountain Opened, which mightily adds to the encouragement of indigent ones to come to him. In this we have a farther commendation given him by the Epithet added, viz. That he is a Fountain Opened, which mightily adds to the encouragement of indigent ones to come to him. p-acp d pns12 vhb dt jc n1 vvn pno31 p-acp dt n1 vvn, n1 cst pns31 vbz dt n1 vvd, r-crq av-j vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f j pi2 p-acp vvi p-acp pno31. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 40 Page 22
241 Under the former Metaphor he was exhibited as an All sufficient Saviour, and by this he is set forth as a free, ready and willing Saviour; Under the former Metaphor he was exhibited as an All sufficient Saviour, and by this he is Set forth as a free, ready and willing Saviour; p-acp dt j n1 pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt d j n1, cc p-acp d pns31 vbz vvn av p-acp dt j, j cc j n1; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 40 Page 22
242 that shews what he is in himself; that shows what he is in himself; cst vvz r-crq pns31 vbz p-acp px31; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 40 Page 22
243 this tells us what he ▪ is willing to be to us, if we would so make use of him. this tells us what he ▪ is willing to be to us, if we would so make use of him. d vvz pno12 r-crq pns31 ▪ vbz j pc-acp vbi p-acp pno12, cs pns12 vmd av vvi n1 pp-f pno31. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 40 Page 23
244 In pursuit of this Doctrine we may enquire, 1. What is included in the opening o• this Fountain? In pursuit of this Doctrine we may inquire, 1. What is included in the opening o• this Fountain? p-acp n1 pp-f d n1 pns12 vmb vvi, crd q-crq vbz vvd p-acp dt vvg n1 d n1? (5) doctrine (DIV2) 41 Page 23
245 2. How it comes to be thus opened? 2. How it comes to be thus opened? crd c-crq pn31 vvz pc-acp vbi av vvn? (5) doctrine (DIV2) 43 Page 23
246 3. In what respect it is said to be opened in the days of the Gospel? 3. In what respect it is said to be opened in the days of the Gospel? crd p-acp r-crq n1 pn31 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1? (5) doctrine (DIV2) 44 Page 23
247 1. What is included in the opening of this Fountain? A. Opening and shut•ing are contraries; 1. What is included in the opening of this Fountain? A. Opening and shut•ing Are contraries; crd q-crq vbz vvd p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n1? np1 vvg cc vvg vbr n2-jn; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 45 Page 23
248 and when it is opened, it supposeth that before it was shut: either it was not known, or it was inaccessible. and when it is opened, it Supposeth that before it was shut: either it was not known, or it was inaccessible. cc c-crq pn31 vbz vvn, pn31 vvz cst p-acp pn31 vbds vvn: av-d pn31 vbds xx vvn, cc pn31 vbds j. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 46 Page 23
249 There is therefore a double opening of this fountain which is here inten•ed, viz There is Therefore a double opening of this fountain which is Here inten•ed, videlicet pc-acp vbz av dt j-jn n-vvg pp-f d n1 r-crq vbz av vvn, av (5) doctrine (DIV2) 46 Page 23
250 1. By Revelation, or Discovery. A thing that is hidden or secret, is said to be shut, 1. By Revelation, or Discovery. A thing that is hidden or secret, is said to be shut, crd p-acp n1, cc n1. dt n1 cst vbz vvn cc j-jn, vbz vvn pc-acp vbi vvn, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 47 Page 23
251 but when it is published or made known, then it is opened; but when it is published or made known, then it is opened; cc-acp c-crq pn31 vbz vvn cc vvd vvn, cs pn31 vbz vvn; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 47 Page 23
252 and it is to be observed, that the discovery of this fountain is by Revelation: all the wisdom and understanding of Angels and men, which they had in them by nature, could never have found this out; and it is to be observed, that the discovery of this fountain is by Revelation: all the Wisdom and understanding of Angels and men, which they had in them by nature, could never have found this out; cc pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, cst dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbz p-acp n1: d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, r-crq pns32 vhd p-acp pno32 p-acp n1, vmd av-x vhi vvn d av; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 47 Page 23
253 natures light afforded not a key ▪ to unlock this mystery: When it lay in the Cabinet of God's Eternal Counsel, it was a sealed thing, nature's Light afforded not a key ▪ to unlock this mystery: When it lay in the Cabinet of God's Eternal Counsel, it was a sealed thing, n2 av-j vvd xx dt n1 ▪ pc-acp vvi d n1: c-crq pn31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 j n1, pn31 vbds dt j-vvn n1, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 47 Page 23
254 & there was no meer Creature that could open it; but God hath made known this glorious fountain, and set it forth manifestly before us. & there was no mere Creature that could open it; but God hath made known this glorious fountain, and Set it forth manifestly before us. cc a-acp vbds dx j n1 cst vmd vvi pn31; cc-acp np1 vhz vvn vvn d j n1, cc vvd pn31 av av-j p-acp pno12. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 47 Page 23
255 Now the things which God hath opened to us by it, are; 1. That there is such a fountain provided for mans use. Now the things which God hath opened to us by it, Are; 1. That there is such a fountain provided for men use. av dt n2 r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp pn31, vbr; crd d a-acp vbz d dt n1 vvn p-acp ng1 n1. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 47 Page 23
256 God had fore-appointed it in th• days of Eternity, and made it ready in th• fulness of time; God had fore-appointed it in th• days of Eternity, and made it ready in th• fullness of time; np1 vhd j pn31 p-acp n1 n2 pp-f n1, cc vvd pn31 j p-acp n1 n1 pp-f n1; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 48 Page 24
257 but these things were in themselves secret, nor had man ever known that there is such a supply laid in for him, but these things were in themselves secret, nor had man ever known that there is such a supply laid in for him, cc-acp d n2 vbdr p-acp px32 j-jn, ccx vhd n1 av vvn cst pc-acp vbz d dt n1 vvn p-acp p-acp pno31, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 48 Page 24
258 if God ha• not told him of it. if God ha• not told him of it. cs np1 n1 xx vvn pno31 pp-f pn31. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 48 Page 24
259 Gods counsel about it wa• in his own breast, and the way in which he effected it was so obscure, that man understood it not till he declared it. God's counsel about it wa• in his own breast, and the Way in which he effected it was so Obscure, that man understood it not till he declared it. npg1 n1 p-acp pn31 n1 p-acp po31 d n1, cc dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd pn31 vbds av j, cst n1 vvd pn31 xx c-acp pns31 vvd pn31. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 48 Page 24
260 Who should tell man that God had so much good will for him, as to provide Salvation for him by a Redeemer when he had destroyed himself by sin? Go• only knew his own thoughts, Who should tell man that God had so much good will for him, as to provide Salvation for him by a Redeemer when he had destroyed himself by since? Go• only knew his own thoughts, q-crq vmd vvi n1 cst np1 vhd av d j n1 p-acp pno31, c-acp pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vhd vvn px31 p-acp n1? np1 av-j vvd po31 d n2, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 48 Page 24
261 and none coul• have gues'd at them by any rational arguing• if he had not told them. and none coul• have guessed At them by any rational arguing• if he had not told them. cc pix n1 vhi vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp d j n1 cs pns31 vhd xx vvn pno32. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 48 Page 24
262 When God sait• concerning the sinful creature, as Job 33. 24 Deliver him from going down to the pit, I hav• found a ransome. He then opens this Fountain• When God sait• Concerning the sinful creature, as Job 33. 24 Deliver him from going down to the pit, I hav• found a ransom. He then Opens this Fountain• c-crq np1 n1 vvg dt j n1, c-acp n1 crd crd vvb pno31 p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1, pns11 n1 vvd dt n1. pns31 av vvz d np1 (5) doctrine (DIV2) 48 Page 24
263 2. Where it is; and this is a further degree o• the opening of it. 2. Where it is; and this is a further degree o• the opening of it. crd c-crq pn31 vbz; cc d vbz dt jc n1 n1 dt n-vvg pp-f pn31. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 49 Page 24
264 There is some support afforded to us, in being told that there is such • thing; There is Some support afforded to us, in being told that there is such • thing; pc-acp vbz d n1 vvd p-acp pno12, p-acp vbg vvn cst pc-acp vbz d • n1; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 49 Page 24
265 but then the proper enquiry will be Where is it? Except we be determined about our Object, we are still at a loss: but then the proper enquiry will be Where is it? Except we be determined about our Object, we Are still At a loss: cc-acp cs dt j n1 vmb vbi c-crq vbz pn31? c-acp pns12 vbb vvn p-acp po12 n1, pns12 vbr av p-acp dt n1: (5) doctrine (DIV2) 49 Page 24
266 but God hath pointed us here also, and told us who is the fountain, viz. Jesus Christ. He hath assured us where it is not, but God hath pointed us Here also, and told us who is the fountain, viz. jesus christ. He hath assured us where it is not, cc-acp np1 vhz vvn pno12 av av, cc vvd pno12 r-crq vbz dt n1, n1 np1 np1. pns31 vhz vvn pno12 c-crq pn31 vbz xx, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 49 Page 24
267 and given us the character of all the broken cisterns that we are ready to take up at, and given us the character of all the broken cisterns that we Are ready to take up At, cc vvn pno12 dt n1 pp-f d dt vvn n2 cst pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 49 Page 24
268 and told us where only the waters of life are to be had. and told us where only the waters of life Are to be had. cc vvd pno12 c-crq j dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr pc-acp vbi vhn. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 49 Page 24
269 Notwithstanding all the predictions which had been of Christ before, yet when he came he was not known; Notwithstanding all the predictions which had been of christ before, yet when he Come he was not known; a-acp d dt n2 r-crq vhd vbn pp-f np1 a-acp, av c-crq pns31 vvd pns31 vbds xx vvn; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 49 Page 25
270 the World were prejudiced at him, yea and his own were at a loss about him; the World were prejudiced At him, yea and his own were At a loss about him; dt n1 vbdr vvn p-acp pno31, uh cc po31 d vbdr p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno31; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 49 Page 25
271 Isa. 52. 14. As many were astonished at thee; Isaiah 52. 14. As many were astonished At thee; np1 crd crd p-acp d vbdr vvn p-acp pno21; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 49 Page 25
272 his visage was so marred more than any man, and his form more than the sons of men; his visage was so marred more than any man, and his from more than the Sons of men; po31 n1 vbds av vvn av-dc cs d n1, cc po31 n1 av-dc cs dt n2 pp-f n2; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 49 Page 25
273 and 53. 2. He hath no form or comeliness, and when we shall see him, there is no beauty that we should desire him: and 53. 2. He hath no from or comeliness, and when we shall see him, there is no beauty that we should desire him: cc crd crd pns31 vhz dx n1 cc n1, cc c-crq pns12 vmb vvi pno31, pc-acp vbz dx n1 cst pns12 vmd vvi pno31: (5) doctrine (DIV2) 49 Page 25
274 And Luke 24 21. We trusted that it had been he that should have redeemed Israel. And Lycia 24 21. We trusted that it had been he that should have redeemed Israel. cc av crd crd pns12 vvd cst pn31 vhd vbn pns31 cst vmd vhi vvn np1. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 49 Page 25
275 He hath therefore pointed out the very person, and given us the characters in his Word whereby he may be known, He hath Therefore pointed out the very person, and given us the characters in his Word whereby he may be known, pns31 vhz av vvn av dt j n1, cc vvn pno12 dt n2 p-acp po31 n1 c-crq pns31 vmb vbi vvn, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 49 Page 25
276 and assured us that all Salvation is limited to him, Acts 4. 12. Neither is there Salvation in any other: and assured us that all Salvation is limited to him, Acts 4. 12. Neither is there Salvation in any other: cc vvn pno12 d d n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno31, n2 crd crd av-d vbz pc-acp n1 p-acp d n-jn: (5) doctrine (DIV2) 49 Page 25
277 for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved. for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved. c-acp pc-acp vbz pix j-jn n1 p-acp n1 vvn p-acp n2, c-crq pns12 vmb vbi vvn. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 49 Page 25
278 3. The fulness of sufficiency which there is in this fountain, and how he came by it. 3. The fullness of sufficiency which there is in this fountain, and how he Come by it. crd dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq a-acp vbz p-acp d n1, cc c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp pn31. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 50 Page 25
279 He hath declared all the vertues of it, and the efficacy there is in them: He hath declared all the Virtues of it, and the efficacy there is in them: pns31 vhz vvn d dt n2 pp-f pn31, cc dt n1 pc-acp vbz p-acp pno32: (5) doctrine (DIV2) 50 Page 25
280 how Jesus Christ came to be a compleat Saviour, and able to save to the uttermost, Heb. 7. 25. He is for this end laid forth in his Natures, in his Offices, how jesus christ Come to be a complete Saviour, and able to save to the uttermost, Hebrew 7. 25. He is for this end laid forth in his Nature's, in his Offices, c-crq np1 np1 vvd pc-acp vbi dt j n1, cc j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j, np1 crd crd pns31 vbz p-acp d n1 vvd av p-acp po31 n2, p-acp po31 n2, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 50 Page 25
281 and the whole work of Redemption which was wrought out by him; in the Covenant Engagements which there past between his Father and him; and the Whole work of Redemption which was wrought out by him; in the Covenant Engagements which there passed between his Father and him; cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vbds vvn av p-acp pno31; p-acp dt n1 n2 r-crq a-acp vvn p-acp po31 n1 cc pno31; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 50 Page 25
282 and in the suitableness of what he hath done and undergone, for the answering of all that was requisite in order to our Salvation, and in the suitableness of what he hath done and undergone, for the answering of all that was requisite in order to our Salvation, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns31 vhz vdn cc vvn, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d cst vbds j p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n1, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 50 Page 25
283 and the acceptance which it found with the Father on this accoun• These were dark and dubious things to the wi•sest of men, and the acceptance which it found with the Father on this accoun• These were dark and dubious things to the wi•sest of men, cc dt n1 r-crq pn31 vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1 d vbdr j cc j n2 p-acp dt js pp-f n2, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 50 Page 26
284 but he hath opened them clearly to us; 1 Cor. 1. 23, 24. We preach Christ Crucified, to the Jews a stumbling block, but he hath opened them clearly to us; 1 Cor. 1. 23, 24. We preach christ crucified, to the jews a stumbling block, cc-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno32 av-j p-acp pno12; vvn np1 crd crd, crd pns12 vvb np1 vvn, p-acp dt np2 dt j-vvg n1, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 50 Page 26
285 and to the Greeks foolishness, but to them which are called ▪ Christ the wisdom of God, and to the Greeks foolishness, but to them which Are called ▪ christ the Wisdom of God, cc p-acp dt njpg2 n1, cc-acp p-acp pno32 r-crq vbr vvn ▪ np1 dt n1 pp-f np1, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 50 Page 26
286 and the power of God ▪ and the power of God ▪ cc dt n1 pp-f np1 ▪ (5) doctrine (DIV2) 50 Page 26
287 4 The way wherein we may come at, and partake in this fountain We must come to it, i• ever we obtain life from it; 4 The Way wherein we may come At, and partake in this fountain We must come to it, i• ever we obtain life from it; crd dt n1 c-crq pns12 vmb vvi p-acp, cc vvi p-acp d n1 pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pn31, n1 av pns12 vvb n1 p-acp pn31; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 51 Page 26
288 hence that complaint, Joh. 5. 40. Ye will not come to me, that you might have life. hence that complaint, John 5. 40. You will not come to me, that you might have life. av d n1, np1 crd crd pn22 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno11, cst pn22 vmd vhi n1. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 51 Page 26
289 There is therefore a way in which •e may so come, and this mans reason and light could not have given him any direction about: There is Therefore a Way in which •e may so come, and this men reason and Light could not have given him any direction about: pc-acp vbz av dt n1 p-acp r-crq n1 vmb av vvi, cc d ng1 n1 cc n1 vmd xx vhi vvn pno31 d n1 a-acp: (5) doctrine (DIV2) 51 Page 26
290 it is therefore a great piece• of the natural mans misery, Rom. 3 17. The way of p•ace have they not known. it is Therefore a great piece• of the natural men misery, Rom. 3 17. The Way of p•ace have they not known. pn31 vbz av dt j n1 pp-f dt j ng1 n1, np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f n1 vhb pns32 xx vvn. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 51 Page 26
291 This God hath opened to us in the New Covenant, by publishing the terms of it, viz Faith and Repentance, This God hath opened to us in the New Covenant, by publishing the terms of it, videlicet Faith and Repentance, d n1 vhz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt j n1, p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f pn31, av n1 cc n1, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 51 Page 26
292 and shewing us the fallacy of all the other ways which vain men have taken to obtain it, and missed in the end; and showing us the fallacy of all the other ways which vain men have taken to obtain it, and missed in the end; cc vvg pno12 dt n1 pp-f d dt j-jn n2 r-crq j n2 vhb vvn pc-acp vvi pn31, cc vvd p-acp dt n1; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 51 Page 26
293 Mic. 6. 8 He hath shewn thee, O man, what is good. Mic. 6. 8 He hath shown thee, Oh man, what is good. np1 crd crd pns31 vhz vvn pno21, uh n1, r-crq vbz j. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 51 Page 26
294 Now the way in which God hath discovered all this is in the Gospel, and by the O•dinances of it, 2 Tim. 1 10 ▪ Hath brought life and immortality to light by the G•spel. Now the Way in which God hath discovered all this is in the Gospel, and by the O•dinances of it, 2 Tim. 1 10 ▪ Hath brought life and immortality to Light by the G•spel. av dt n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vhz vvn d d vbz p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31, crd np1 crd crd ▪ vhz vvn n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 51 Page 26
295 So that men need no longer to be a• a loss, nor 〈 ◊ 〉 from mountain to hill, seeking rest and finding n•ne ▪ So that men need no longer to be a• a loss, nor 〈 ◊ 〉 from mountain to hill, seeking rest and finding n•ne ▪ av d n2 vvb av-dx av-jc pc-acp vbi n1 dt n1, ccx 〈 sy 〉 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, vvg n1 cc vvg av ▪ (5) doctrine (DIV2) 51 Page 26
296 2. By the Offers that are made of it, and the invitations given to men to come to it, whereby ▪ they have a freedom of access. 2. By the Offers that Are made of it, and the invitations given to men to come to it, whereby ▪ they have a freedom of access. crd p-acp dt vvz cst vbr vvn pp-f pn31, cc dt n2 vvn p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, c-crq ▪ pns32 vhb dt n1 pp-f n1. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 52 Page 27
297 A thing is then said to be shut up, when it is enclosed, and there is no liberty of coming at it; A thing is then said to be shut up, when it is enclosed, and there is no liberty of coming At it; dt n1 vbz av vvn pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp, c-crq pn31 vbz vvn, cc pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f vvg p-acp pn31; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 52 Page 27
298 when therefore it is exhibited and laid open, and all encouragement is offered to repair to it, it is then opened: so is this Fountain. Here let us observe. when Therefore it is exhibited and laid open, and all encouragement is offered to repair to it, it is then opened: so is this Fountain. Here let us observe. c-crq av pn31 vbz vvn cc vvn j, cc d n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, pn31 vbz av vvn: av vbz d n1. av vvb pno12 vvi. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 52 Page 27
299 1. That God, together with discovering it, maketh large and universal offers of it to men He not only hath told us that there is such a thing, 1. That God, together with discovering it, makes large and universal offers of it to men He not only hath told us that there is such a thing, crd cst np1, av p-acp vvg pn31, vvz j cc j n2 pp-f pn31 p-acp n2 pns31 xx av-j vhz vvn pno12 d pc-acp vbz d dt n1, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 54 Page 27
300 but hath invited men to come to it; but hath invited men to come to it; cc-acp vhz vvn n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 54 Page 27
301 hath told them what it is designed for, and bidden every one that hears of it, hath told them what it is designed for, and bidden every one that hears of it, vhz vvn pno32 r-crq pn31 vbz vvn p-acp, cc vvn d crd cst vvz pp-f pn31, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 54 Page 27
302 and is sensible of his own need, to come to it and partake of it, •he offer of it is universal, Isa. 55. 1. Ho, every •ne that thirsteth, come to the waters; and is sensible of his own need, to come to it and partake of it, •he offer of it is universal, Isaiah 55. 1. Ho, every •ne that Thirsteth, come to the waters; cc vbz j pp-f po31 d n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 cc vvi pp-f pn31, vdz vvi pp-f pn31 vbz j, np1 crd crd uh, d n1 cst vvz, vvb p-acp dt n2; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 54 Page 27
303 he excep•eth none that are willing to come; he excep•eth none that Are willing to come; pns31 vvz pix cst vbr j pc-acp vvi; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 54 Page 27
304 nay, he •ath put in to prevent discouragement in such •s may be afraid by reason of aggravated sin •nd guilt, Isa. 1. 18. Though your sins be as •arlet, they shall be as white as snow 55. 7. Let •he wicked forsake his way, &c. and turn to the •ord for he will have mercy, nay, he •ath put in to prevent discouragement in such •s may be afraid by reason of aggravated since •nd guilt, Isaiah 1. 18. Though your Sins be as •arlet, they shall be as white as snow 55. 7. Let •he wicked forsake his Way, etc. and turn to the •ord for he will have mercy, uh-x, pns31 vhz vvn p-acp pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d n2 vmb vbi j p-acp n1 pp-f vvn n1 j n1, np1 crd crd cs po22 n2 vbb a-acp j-jn, pns32 vmb vbi a-acp j-jn c-acp n1 crd crd vvb av j vvi po31 n1, av cc vvi p-acp dt n1 c-acp pns31 vmb vhi n1, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 54 Page 27
305 and to our God, for •e will abundantly pardon. and to our God, for •e will abundantly pardon. cc p-acp po12 n1, p-acp n1 vmb av-j vvi. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 54 Page 27
306 2 He sends his Ambassadours to plead with •en, & that with all urgency, that they will come •• it. 2 He sends his ambassadors to plead with •en, & that with all urgency, that they will come •• it. crd pns31 vvz po31 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, cc cst p-acp d n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi •• pn31. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 55 Page 27
307 He enjoyns them to use all arguments •ith men, to shew them their absolute need •f it, that they must needs perish without it; He enjoins them to use all Arguments •ith men, to show them their absolute need •f it, that they must needs perish without it; pns31 vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi d n2 uh n2, pc-acp vvi pno32 po32 j n1 n1 pn31, cst pns32 vmb av vvi p-acp pn31; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 55 Page 27
308 •• beg and pray them to accept of the Recon•iliation; •• beg and pray them to accept of the Recon•iliation; •• vvb cc vvb pno32 pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 55 Page 27
309 and to follow them from time to time with utmost impo•tunity, according to 2 Cor. 5. 20. We are Ambassadours for Christ, •• though God did beseech you by us: and to follow them from time to time with utmost impo•tunity, according to 2 Cor. 5. 20. We Are ambassadors for christ, •• though God did beseech you by us: cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1 p-acp n1 p-acp j n1, vvg p-acp crd np1 crd crd pns12 vbr n2 p-acp np1, •• cs np1 vdd vvi pn22 p-acp pno12: (5) doctrine (DIV2) 55 Page 28
310 •e pray you •• Christs stead be ye reconciled to God. •e pray you •• Christ stead be you reconciled to God. av vvb pn22 •• npg1 n1 vbb pn22 vvn p-acp np1. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 55 Page 28
311 Nor are they to be discouraged in the work, but to re• new the Treaty though sinful men do all they can to break it off. Nor Are they to be discouraged in the work, but to re• new the Treaty though sinful men do all they can to break it off. ccx vbr pns32 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp n1 j dt n1 c-acp j n2 vdb d pns32 vmb pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 55 Page 28
312 3. He makes the largest Promises to such as •• come. 3. He makes the Largest Promises to such as •• come. crd pns31 vvz dt js vvz p-acp d c-acp •• vvb. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 56 Page 28
313 How welcome he will make them how readily he will entertain them, and that notwithstanding all they have been and don• to provoke him to deal contrary with th•m they shall not lo•e their labour, How welcome he will make them how readily he will entertain them, and that notwithstanding all they have been and don• to provoke him to deal contrary with th•m they shall not lo•e their labour, q-crq vvb pns31 vmb vvi pno32 c-crq av-j pns31 vmb vvi pno32, cc cst p-acp d pns32 vhb vbn cc n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi j-jn p-acp n1 pns32 vmb xx vvi po32 n1, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 56 Page 28
314 but have ful• satisfaction given them, Mat 11. 28. Come u• to me, &c and I will give you rest, Rev. 3. 20. I will come in, and sup. but have ful• satisfaction given them, Mathew 11. 28. Come u• to me, etc. and I will give you rest, Rev. 3. 20. I will come in, and sup. cc-acp vhb n1 n1 vvn pno32, n1 crd crd np1 n1 p-acp pno11, av cc pns11 vmb vvi pn22 n1, n1 crd crd pns11 vmb vvi p-acp, cc vvi. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 56 Page 28
315 with him, and he wi•• me; and he hath s••d, that he will never cas• them out, Joh. 6. 37. with him, and he wi•• me; and he hath s••d, that he will never cas• them out, John 6. 37. p-acp pno31, cc pns31 n1 pno11; cc pns31 vhz vvn, cst pns31 vmb av-x n1 pno32 av, np1 crd crd (5) doctrine (DIV2) 56 Page 28
316 2. How it comes to be thus opened? A. We may come at this in the following particulars. 2. How it comes to be thus opened? A. We may come At this in the following particulars. crd c-crq pn31 vvz pc-acp vbi av vvn? np1 pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d p-acp dt vvg n2-j. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 57 Page 28
317 1. This fountain was provided on purpose for th• Salvation of undone Sinners. 1. This fountain was provided on purpose for th• Salvation of undone Sinners. crd d n1 vbds vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1 n1 pp-f vvn n2. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 59 Page 28
318 It was for the advancement of the riches of his Grace that Go• contrived it before time; It was for the advancement of the riches of his Grace that Go• contrived it before time; pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 cst np1 vvd pn31 p-acp n1; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 59 Page 28
319 and it was because sin had made man to stand in absolute need o• it that God revealed it to him in time, and it was Because since had made man to stand in absolute need o• it that God revealed it to him in time, cc pn31 vbds p-acp n1 vhd vvn n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp j n1 n1 pn31 cst np1 vvd pn31 p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 59 Page 28
320 hence tha• Rom 5 6. When we were without strength, in due tim• Christ died for the ungodly; hence tha• Rom 5 6. When we were without strength, in due tim• christ died for the ungodly; av n1 np1 crd crd c-crq pns12 vbdr p-acp n1, p-acp j-jn n1 np1 vvd p-acp dt j; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 59 Page 28
321 Gal. 4. 4. When th• fulness of time was come, God sent forth his So• &c. Had not. Gal. 4. 4. When th• fullness of time was come, God sent forth his So• etc. Had not. np1 crd crd c-crq n1 n1 pp-f n1 vbds vvn, np1 vvd av po31 np1 av vhd xx. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 59 Page 28
322 man plunged himself into m•sery, and helplessness in himself, or in the whole Creation, there had been no occasion for it. man plunged himself into m•sery, and helplessness in himself, or in the Whole Creation, there had been no occasion for it. n1 vvd px31 p-acp n1, cc n1 p-acp px31, cc p-acp dt j-jn n1, a-acp vhd vbn dx n1 p-acp pn31. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 59 Page 29
323 Hence we have Christ himself declaring the design of his coming in our nature, Mat. 9. 13. I am not come to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance; Hence we have christ himself declaring the Design of his coming in our nature, Mathew 9. 13. I am not come to call the righteous, but Sinners to Repentance; av pns12 vhb np1 px31 vvg dt n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg p-acp po12 n1, np1 crd crd pns11 vbm xx vvn pc-acp vvi dt j, cc-acp n2 p-acp n1; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 59 Page 29
324 and our Prophet acquaints us what the Blood of the Covenant was for, Zech. 9. 11. By the Blood of thy Covenant, I have sent forth thy prisoner• out of the pit, where there is no water; and our Prophet acquaints us what the Blood of the Covenant was for, Zechariah 9. 11. By the Blood of thy Covenant, I have sent forth thy prisoner• out of the pit, where there is no water; cc po12 n1 vvz pno12 r-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbds p-acp, np1 crd crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, pns11 vhb vvn av po21 n1 av pp-f dt n1, c-crq pc-acp vbz dx n1; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 59 Page 29
325 and that blood was no other than what our Text and Doctrine call a fountain. 2. That Sinners may obtain Salvation by it; they must partake in it. and that blood was no other than what our Text and Doctrine call a fountain. 2. That Sinners may obtain Salvation by it; they must partake in it. cc d n1 vbds dx j-jn av r-crq po12 n1 cc n1 vvb dt n1. crd cst n2 vmb vvi n1 p-acp pn31; pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pn31. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 59 Page 29
326 There must not only be a remedy suitable and sufficient provided, but there must be an application made of it, There must not only be a remedy suitable and sufficient provided, but there must be an application made of it, a-acp vmb xx av-j vbi dt n1 j cc j vvn, cc-acp a-acp vmb vbi dt n1 vvd pp-f pn31, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 60 Page 29
327 if ever the Creatures misery be removed by it. Let there be never so full a fountain, never so much plenty of living waters, if ever the Creatures misery be removed by it. Let there be never so full a fountain, never so much plenty of living waters, cs av dt n2 n1 vbi vvn p-acp pn31. vvb pc-acp vbi av-x av j dt n1, av-x av av-d n1 pp-f j-vvg n2, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 60 Page 29
328 yet if the ▪ man do not drink of them, his thirsty Soul will not be satisfied therewith, yet if the ▪ man do not drink of them, his thirsty Soul will not be satisfied therewith, av cs dt ▪ n1 vdb xx vvi pp-f pno32, po31 j n1 vmb xx vbi vvn av, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 60 Page 29
329 but he must perish for all. but he must perish for all. cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi p-acp d. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 60 Page 29
330 It is not enough that there is a Christ who is able to give eternal life, who is able to save to the uttermost; It is not enough that there is a christ who is able to give Eternal life, who is able to save to the uttermost; pn31 vbz xx av-d cst pc-acp vbz dt np1 r-crq vbz j pc-acp vvi j n1, r-crq vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 60 Page 29
331 but we must have him if we live by him, 1 Joh. 5. 12. He that hath the Son hath life, but we must have him if we live by him, 1 John 5. 12. He that hath the Son hath life, cc-acp pns12 vmb vhi pno31 cs pns12 vvb p-acp pno31, crd np1 crd crd pns31 cst vhz dt n1 vhz n1, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 60 Page 29
332 and he that hath not •he Son hath not life: Except the man drink of these waters they will never profit him; and he that hath not •he Son hath not life: Except the man drink of these waters they will never profit him; cc pns31 cst vhz xx av n1 vhz xx n1: c-acp dt n1 vvb pp-f d n2 pns32 vmb av-x vvi pno31; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 60 Page 29
333 what else is the reason why so many perish, tho there be enough in Christ to save the whole world? Christ himself hath told us a reason of it in regard of such as live under the Gospel, viz. they will not come to him that they may have life, Joh. 5. 40. For it is by participation in it, that the vertue of Christ's Redemption becomes ours. what Else is the reason why so many perish, though there be enough in christ to save the Whole world? christ himself hath told us a reason of it in regard of such as live under the Gospel, viz. they will not come to him that they may have life, John 5. 40. For it is by participation in it, that the virtue of Christ's Redemption becomes ours. q-crq av vbz dt n1 uh-crq av d vvb, cs pc-acp vbi av-d p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1? np1 px31 vhz vvn pno12 dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp n1 pp-f d c-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, n1 pns32 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno31 cst pns32 vmb vhi n1, np1 crd crd p-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n1 p-acp pn31, cst dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vvz png12. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 60 Page 30
334 3. It is by being united to Christ by faith that they come to partake in him. 3. It is by being united to christ by faith that they come to partake in him. crd pn31 vbz p-acp vbg vvn p-acp np1 p-acp n1 cst pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 61 Page 30
335 Union with Christ is the foundation of Communion with him, and faith is the bond of that Union on our part: union with christ is the Foundation of Communion with him, and faith is the bound of that union on our part: n1 p-acp np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31, cc n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp po12 n1: (5) doctrine (DIV2) 61 Page 30
336 he must dwell in us, in order to his communicating of his saving benefits to us, he must dwell in us, in order to his communicating of his Saving benefits to us, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno12, p-acp n1 p-acp po31 vvg pp-f po31 j-vvg n2 p-acp pno12, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 61 Page 30
337 and how that is we are told, Eph. 3. 17. That Christ may dwell in your hearts by faith. and how that is we Are told, Ephesians 3. 17. That christ may dwell in your hearts by faith. cc c-crq d vbz pns12 vbr vvn, np1 crd crd cst np1 vmb vvi p-acp po22 n2 p-acp n1. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 61 Page 30
338 Hence the Apostle propounds that solemn case, 2 Cor. 13. 5. Know you not your own selves, Hence the Apostle propounds that solemn case, 2 Cor. 13. 5. Know you not your own selves, av dt n1 vvz d j n1, crd np1 crd crd vvb pn22 xx po22 d n2, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 61 Page 30
339 how that Christ is in you, except ye are reprobates? It is by faith that we receive Christ; how that christ is in you, except you Are Reprobates? It is by faith that we receive christ; c-crq d np1 vbz p-acp pn22, c-acp pn22 vbr n2-jn? pn31 vbz p-acp n1 cst pns12 vvb np1; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 61 Page 30
340 unbelief shuts him out, and so hinders us of all saving good by him; unbelief shuts him out, and so hinders us of all Saving good by him; n1 vvz pno31 av, cc av vvz pno12 pp-f d vvg j p-acp pno31; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 61 Page 30
341 if we believe not in him, we shall never receive the wa•ers of li•e from him. if we believe not in him, we shall never receive the wa•ers of li•e from him. cs pns12 vvb xx p-acp pno31, pns12 vmb av-x vvi dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 61 Page 30
342 4. That they may thus believe in him, they must have him Opened to them. 4. That they may thus believe in him, they must have him Opened to them. crd cst pns32 vmb av vvi p-acp pno31, pns32 vmb vhi pno31 vvn p-acp pno32. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 62 Page 30
343 Faith is the act of a reasonable creature, and so it must have a ground for it, Paul can say. Faith is the act of a reasonable creature, and so it must have a ground for it, Paul can say. n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc av pn31 vmb vhi dt n1 p-acp pn31, np1 vmb vvi. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 62 Page 30
344 I know whom I have trusted, 2 Tim 1. 12 Hence, 1. He must be opened by Revelation. I know whom I have trusted, 2 Time 1. 12 Hence, 1. He must be opened by Revelation. pns11 vvb r-crq pns11 vhb vvn, crd n1 crd crd av, crd pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 62 Page 30
345 There must be a discovery m•de o• him to and in• the Soul, by which it may be certified of his fulness and suitableness; There must be a discovery m•de o• him to and in• the Soul, by which it may be certified of his fullness and suitableness; pc-acp vmb vbi dt n1 vvd n1 pno31 p-acp cc n1 dt n1, p-acp r-crq pn31 vmb vbi vvn pp-f po31 n1 cc n1; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 63 Page 30
346 that he is able to answer the Souls wants, and to supply its needs, to fill its cravings, and remedy its miseries: that he is able to answer the Souls Wants, and to supply its needs, to fill its cravings, and remedy its misery's: cst pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n2 vvz, cc pc-acp vvi pn31|vbz av, pc-acp vvi po31 n2-vvg, cc vvi po31 n2: (5) doctrine (DIV2) 63 Page 30
347 what else should move it to adventure its all upon him? it is therefore said, Psal. 9. 10. They that know thy name will put their trust in thee; what Else should move it to adventure its all upon him? it is Therefore said, Psalm 9. 10. They that know thy name will put their trust in thee; r-crq av vmd vvi pn31 pc-acp vvi po31 d p-acp pno31? pn31 vbz av vvn, np1 crd crd pns32 cst vvb po21 n1 vmb vvi po32 n1 p-acp pno21; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 63 Page 31
348 and in Rom 10. 14. How shall they believe in him of whom they have not heard? and in Rom 10. 14. How shall they believe in him of whom they have not herd? cc p-acp np1 crd crd q-crq vmb pns32 vvi p-acp pno31 pp-f ro-crq pns32 vhb xx vvn? (5) doctrine (DIV2) 63 Page 31
349 2. He •ust also be Opened by Encouragement. 2. He •ust also be Opened by Encouragement. crd pns31 vmb av vbi vvn p-acp n1. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 64 Page 31
350 Sin hath brought Guilt and a Curse upon the Sinner, the awakened Sinner apprehends the Wrath of God that is out against him, since hath brought Gilded and a Curse upon the Sinner, the awakened Sinner apprehends the Wrath of God that is out against him, n1 vhz vvn j-vvn cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1, dt vvn n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vbz av p-acp pno31, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 64 Page 31
351 and how shall he believe that God will shew him mercy, or that, though he be able, and how shall he believe that God will show him mercy, or that, though he be able, cc q-crq vmb pns31 vvi cst np1 vmb vvi pno31 n1, cc cst, cs pns31 vbb j, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 64 Page 31
352 yet he is willing to apply this power to him for his Salvation? Certainly there must be a free offer, yet he is willing to apply this power to him for his Salvation? Certainly there must be a free offer, av pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1? av-j a-acp vmb vbi dt j n1, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 64 Page 31
353 an earnest invitation, or else he will never dare to adventure to come to him, whom he apprehends to be a consuming fire: an earnest invitation, or Else he will never Dare to adventure to come to him, whom he apprehends to be a consuming fire: dt j n1, cc av pns31 vmb av-x vvb pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, ro-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi dt j-vvg n1: (5) doctrine (DIV2) 64 Page 31
354 here lieth the encouragement, Mat. 10. 49. Be of good comfort; rise, he calleth thee. 5. That he might accommodate this to their nature; Here lies the encouragement, Mathew 10. 49. Be of good Comfort; rise, he calls thee. 5. That he might accommodate this to their nature; av vvz dt n1, np1 crd crd vbb pp-f j n1; vvb, pns31 vvz pno21. crd cst pns31 vmd vvi d p-acp po32 n1; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 64 Page 31
355 1. He hath revealed these truths to men extraordinarily inspired. 1. He hath revealed these truths to men extraordinarily inspired. crd pns31 vhz vvn d n2 p-acp n2 av-j vvn. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 66 Page 31
356 As they are to come to us by Revelation, so God chose such to whom he would make it; As they Are to come to us by Revelation, so God chosen such to whom he would make it; c-acp pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12 p-acp n1, av np1 vvd d p-acp ro-crq pns31 vmd vvi pn31; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 66 Page 31
357 and by whom he would communicate it to others; and by whom he would communicate it to Others; cc p-acp ro-crq pns31 vmd vvi pn31 p-acp n2-jn; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 66 Page 31
358 and on this account we read, 2 Pet. 1. 21. Holy men of God spake as they were moved by the Holy Ghost, and 2 Tim 3. 16. All Scripture is given by inspiration of God. and on this account we read, 2 Pet. 1. 21. Holy men of God spoke as they were moved by the Holy Ghost, and 2 Tim 3. 16. All Scripture is given by inspiration of God. cc p-acp d n1 pns12 vvb, crd np1 crd crd j n2 pp-f np1 vvd c-acp pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp dt j n1, cc crd np1 crd crd av-d n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 pp-f np1. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 66 Page 31
359 2. He hath recorded them in his written Word. 2. He hath recorded them in his written Word. crd pns31 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp po31 j-vvn n1. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 67 Page 31
360 In that he hath commended his mind to us, and hath bidden us to Search the Scriptures, as we hope to have Eternal L••e, and hath given us this reason why we should thus do, because they testifie of him, J•h. In that he hath commended his mind to us, and hath bidden us to Search the Scriptures, as we hope to have Eternal L••e, and hath given us this reason why we should thus do, Because they testify of him, J•h. p-acp cst pns31 vhz vvn po31 n1 p-acp pno12, cc vhz vvn pno12 p-acp vvb dt n2, c-acp pns12 vvb pc-acp vhi j n1, cc vhz vvn pno12 d n1 c-crq pns12 vmd av vdi, c-acp pns32 vvb pp-f pno31, uh. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 67 Page 32
361 5. 39. And it is evident, that whatsoever God would have to be known concerning Christ, 5. 39. And it is evident, that whatsoever God would have to be known Concerning christ, crd crd cc pn31 vbz j, cst r-crq np1 vmd vhi pc-acp vbi vvn vvg np1, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 67 Page 32
362 and the way to life by him, in this life, is recorded in the Scriptures, and there are we to seek for it, and no where else. and the Way to life by him, in this life, is recorded in the Scriptures, and there Are we to seek for it, and no where Else. cc dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp pno31, p-acp d n1, vbz vvn p-acp dt n2, cc pc-acp vbr pns12 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, cc dx c-crq av. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 67 Page 32
363 3. He hath appointed the Ordinances of the Gospel in which these truths are to be dispensed. 3. He hath appointed the Ordinances of the Gospel in which these truths Are to be dispensed. crd pns31 vhz vvn dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp r-crq d n2 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 68 Page 32
364 He hath instituted the Preaching of the Gospel, and sent his Ambassadors Commissioned by him for this very end, He hath instituted the Preaching of the Gospel, and sent his ambassadors Commissioned by him for this very end, pns31 vhz vvn dt vvg pp-f dt n1, cc vvd po31 n2 np1 p-acp pno31 p-acp d j n1, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 68 Page 32
365 and that is the great business which they are to intend, and nothing else but what is in subordination to this, Cor. 2. 2. I determined to know nothing among you, and that is the great business which they Are to intend, and nothing Else but what is in subordination to this, Cor. 2. 2. I determined to know nothing among you, cc d vbz dt j n1 r-crq pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi, cc pix av cc-acp r-crq vbz p-acp n1 p-acp d, np1 crd crd pns11 vvd pc-acp vvi pix p-acp pn22, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 68 Page 32
366 but Jesus Christ, and him Crucified; but jesus christ, and him crucified; cc-acp np1 np1, cc pno31 vvn; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 68 Page 32
367 and how doth Paul glory in this, Eph 3. 8. Unto me, who am less than the least of all Saints, is this grace given that I should preach among the Gentil ▪ s the unsearchable riches of Christ. and how does Paul glory in this, Ephesians 3. 8. Unto me, who am less than the least of all Saints, is this grace given that I should preach among the Gentle ▪ s the unsearchable riches of christ. cc q-crq vdz np1 n1 p-acp d, np1 crd crd p-acp pno11, q-crq vbm dc cs dt ds pp-f d n2, vbz d n1 vvn cst pns11 vmd vvi p-acp dt j ▪ zz dt j n2 pp-f np1. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 68 Page 32
368 They are to declare this •ountain, and to commend it unto me•, and pray them to come to it; They Are to declare this •ountain, and to commend it unto me•, and pray them to come to it; pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi d n1, cc pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp n1, cc vvb pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 68 Page 32
369 and thus i• stands open for all that will repair to it. and thus i• Stands open for all that will repair to it. cc av n1 vvz j p-acp d cst vmb vvi p-acp pn31. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 68 Page 32
370 3. In what respect it is said to be opened in the days of the Gospel? 3. In what respect it is said to be opened in the days of the Gospel? crd p-acp r-crq n1 pn31 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1? (5) doctrine (DIV2) 69 Page 32
371 A We are by the days of the Gospel to understand all that time from Christ's having appeared in the Flesh, A We Are by the days of the Gospel to understand all that time from Christ's having appeared in the Flesh, dt pns12 vbr p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi d cst n1 p-acp npg1 vhg vvd p-acp dt n1, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 70 Page 32
372 and accomplished the work of Redemption, till the day of Judgment: and accomplished the work of Redemption, till the day of Judgement: cc vvd dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (5) doctrine (DIV2) 70 Page 33
373 which is called the Gospel day, in opposition to the times of the dispensation of the Law of Moses: else it is certain that it hath been a Gospel day, ever since the Revelation which was made to our First Parents, of the womans seed breaking the head of the Serpent, Gen. 3. 15. And here we may observe three things. which is called the Gospel day, in opposition to the times of the Dispensation of the Law of Moses: Else it is certain that it hath been a Gospel day, ever since the Revelation which was made to our First Parents, of the woman's seed breaking the head of the Serpent, Gen. 3. 15. And Here we may observe three things. r-crq vbz vvn dt n1 n1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1: av pn31 vbz j cst pn31 vhz vbn dt n1 n1, av c-acp dt n1 r-crq vbds vvn p-acp po12 ord n2, pp-f dt ng1 n1 vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd cc av pns12 vmb vvi crd n2. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 70 Page 33
374 1. It is clear from the Word of God, that this fountain was opened to man, 1. It is clear from the Word of God, that this fountain was opened to man, crd pn31 vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst d n1 vbds vvn p-acp n1, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 71 Page 33
375 before Christ came in our Flesh. before christ Come in our Flesh. c-acp np1 vvd p-acp po12 n1. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 71 Page 33
376 There was a way of Salvation discovered unto man, presently after he had undone himself by sin; There was a Way of Salvation discovered unto man, presently After he had undone himself by since; a-acp vbds dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp n1, av-j c-acp pns31 vhd vvn px31 p-acp n1; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 71 Page 33
377 and there were a great many saved by the vertue of this fountain in the times of the Law: and there were a great many saved by the virtue of this fountain in the times of the Law: cc a-acp vbdr dt j d vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1: (5) doctrine (DIV2) 71 Page 33
378 there were then holy men, who were the Friends of God, men after his own heart, men that trusted in him, and waited for his Salvation. there were then holy men, who were the Friends of God, men After his own heart, men that trusted in him, and waited for his Salvation. pc-acp vbdr av j n2, r-crq vbdr dt n2 pp-f np1, n2 p-acp po31 d n1, n2 cst vvn p-acp pno31, cc vvd p-acp po31 n1. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 71 Page 33
379 There were Prophesies and Predictions about Christ from the beginning, and those that then believed on him as their Redeemer, they saw his day and were glad, they prayed in his name, they had an eye to •im in all the Types and Figures which were of him: There were prophecies and Predictions about christ from the beginning, and those that then believed on him as their Redeemer, they saw his day and were glad, they prayed in his name, they had an eye to •im in all the Types and Figures which were of him: a-acp vbdr n2 cc n2 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, cc d cst av vvn p-acp pno31 c-acp po32 n1, pns32 vvd po31 n1 cc vbdr j, pns32 vvd p-acp po31 n1, pns32 vhd dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt n2 cc n2 r-crq vbdr pp-f pno31: (5) doctrine (DIV2) 71 Page 33
380 for that was a truth from the beginning, Acts 4. 12. Neither is there Salvation in any other. for that was a truth from the beginning, Acts 4. 12. Neither is there Salvation in any other. c-acp cst vbds dt n1 p-acp dt n1, n2 crd crd av-d vbz pc-acp n1 p-acp d n-jn. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 71 Page 33
381 2. There was a peculiar opening of it after such time as Christ had wrought out the work of Redemption for us. 2. There was a peculiar opening of it After such time as christ had wrought out the work of Redemption for us. crd a-acp vbds dt j n-vvg pp-f pn31 p-acp d n1 c-acp np1 vhd vvn av dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 72 Page 33
382 The word of God is wont to make mention of things as if they were new, The word of God is wont to make mention of things as if they were new, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f n2 c-acp cs pns32 vbdr j, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 72 Page 34
383 when there is a new manner of the Dispensation of them, or when there are very eminent degrees of the manifestation of them unto men: when there is a new manner of the Dispensation of them, or when there Are very eminent Degrees of the manifestation of them unto men: c-crq pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pno32, cc c-crq pc-acp vbr av j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp n2: (5) doctrine (DIV2) 72 Page 34
384 Now, with respect to the opening of this fountain, it was thus after Christ had finished the great affair of satisfying the Justice of God for us, and went to his glory; and that in two regards; Now, with respect to the opening of this fountain, it was thus After christ had finished the great affair of satisfying the justice of God for us, and went to his glory; and that in two regards; av, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n1, pn31 vbds av p-acp np1 vhd vvn dt j n1 pp-f vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12, cc vvd p-acp po31 n1; cc cst p-acp crd n2; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 72 Page 34
385 1. In respect to the Clearness of the discovery. Those manifestations which were made of Christ under the Law, were very obscure; 1. In respect to the Clearness of the discovery. Those manifestations which were made of christ under the Law, were very Obscure; crd p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. d n2 r-crq vbdr vvn pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, vbdr av j; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 73 Page 34
386 almost all that was there spoken about him, was under Types and Figures, and Ceremonies. Every thing then had a vail upon it, almost all that was there spoken about him, was under Types and Figures, and Ceremonies. Every thing then had a Vail upon it, av d cst vbds a-acp vvn p-acp pno31, vbds p-acp n2 cc n2, cc n2. d n1 av vhd dt n1 p-acp pn31, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 73 Page 34
387 and few were able to see through it; and few were able to see through it; cc d vbdr j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 73 Page 34
388 and so they were exceeding ready to tarry at and take up with the shad•ws instead of the substance; and so they were exceeding ready to tarry At and take up with the shad•ws instead of the substance; cc av pns32 vbdr vvg j pc-acp vvi p-acp cc vvi a-acp p-acp dt n2 av pp-f dt n1; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 73 Page 34
389 and by that Law, which was given to be a School master to lead them to Christ, to fortify themselves against him and his Righteousness, Rom. 10. 2, 3. They have a zeal of God, and by that Law, which was given to be a School master to led them to christ, to fortify themselves against him and his Righteousness, Rom. 10. 2, 3. They have a zeal of God, cc p-acp d n1, r-crq vbds vvn pc-acp vbi dt vvb n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp pno31 cc po31 n1, np1 crd crd, crd pns32 vhb dt n1 pp-f np1, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 73 Page 34
390 but not according to knowledge, for being ignorant of Gods Righteousness, and going about to establish their own Rightcousness, they have not submitted to the Righteousness of God. but not according to knowledge, for being ignorant of God's Righteousness, and going about to establish their own Righteousness, they have not submitted to the Righteousness of God. cc-acp xx vvg p-acp n1, c-acp vbg j pp-f npg1 n1, cc vvg a-acp pc-acp vvi po32 d n1, pns32 vhb xx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 73 Page 34
391 So that this fountain was then in a great measure covered, but now it is discovered gloriously, So that this fountain was then in a great measure covered, but now it is discovered gloriously, av cst d n1 vbds av p-acp dt j n1 vvn, cc-acp av pn31 vbz vvn av-j, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 73 Page 34
392 and every thing concerning Christ and Salvation by him is spoken plainly; and every thing Concerning christ and Salvation by him is spoken plainly; cc d n1 vvg np1 cc n1 p-acp pno31 vbz vvn av-j; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 73 Page 34
393 2 Cor. 3. 1•. We all with open face beholding as in a glass the glory of the Lord, are changed into the same Image, from glory to glory. 2 Cor. 3. 1•. We all with open face beholding as in a glass the glory of the Lord, Are changed into the same Image, from glory to glory. crd np1 crd n1. pns12 d p-acp j n1 vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbr vvn p-acp dt d n1, p-acp n1 p-acp n1. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 73 Page 34
394 2. In respect to the Extent of the offer that is made of it. Before the Gospel times, Christ was in some respects a fountain shut up, and sealed; 2. In respect to the Extent of the offer that is made of it. Before the Gospel times, christ was in Some respects a fountain shut up, and sealed; crd p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vbz vvn pp-f pn31. p-acp dt n1 n2, np1 vbds p-acp d n2 dt n1 vvn a-acp, cc vvn; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 74 Page 35
395 he was opened, only to the Nation of the Jews, and such as were Proselyted to them; and that also obscurely: he was opened, only to the nation of the jews, and such as were Proselyted to them; and that also obscurely: pns31 vbds vvn, av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np2, cc d c-acp vbdr vvn p-acp pno32; cc cst av av-j: (5) doctrine (DIV2) 74 Page 35
396 the Law of Ordinances was a partition wall between the •ews and other people, so that this was their peculiar priviledge and prerogative; Rom. 3. 2. To them. the Law of Ordinances was a partition wall between the •ews and other people, so that this was their peculiar privilege and prerogative; Rom. 3. 2. To them. dt n1 pp-f n2 vbds dt n1 n1 p-acp dt n1 cc j-jn n1, av cst d vbds po32 j n1 cc n1; np1 crd crd p-acp pno32. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 74 Page 35
397 were committed the Oracles of God; Chap. 9. 4. 5. Who are Israelites, to whom pertaineth the Adoption, & the Glory, were committed the Oracles of God; Chap. 9. 4. 5. Who Are Israelites, to whom pertaineth the Adoption, & the Glory, vbdr vvn dt n2 pp-f np1; np1 crd crd crd q-crq vbr np1, p-acp ro-crq vvz dt n1, cc dt n1, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 74 Page 35
398 & the Covenants, & the giving of the Law, &c. And hence we have that of Christ himself, in Joh. 4. 22. Salvation is of the Jews. & the Covenants, & the giving of the Law, etc. And hence we have that of christ himself, in John 4. 22. Salvation is of the jews. cc dt n2, cc dt vvg pp-f dt n1, av cc av pns12 vhb d pp-f np1 px31, p-acp np1 crd crd n1 vbz pp-f dt np2. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 74 Page 35
399 Hence the Gospel was to be first offered to them, and on their rejecting it, to be carried to the Gentiles. Acts 13. 46. But now the partition wall is pulled down, the Law of Ordinances is removed, Hence the Gospel was to be First offered to them, and on their rejecting it, to be carried to the Gentiles. Acts 13. 46. But now the partition wall is pulled down, the Law of Ordinances is removed, av dt n1 vbds pc-acp vbi ord vvd p-acp pno32, cc p-acp po32 vvg pn31, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n2-j. np1 crd crd p-acp av dt n1 n1 vbz vvn a-acp, dt n1 pp-f n2 vbz vvn, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 74 Page 35
400 and there is a way opened for others to come to him, and have peace in him, Eph. 2. 14, 15. He is our peace, having made both one, and there is a Way opened for Others to come to him, and have peace in him, Ephesians 2. 14, 15. He is our peace, having made both one, cc pc-acp vbz dt n1 vvd p-acp n2-jn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, cc vhb n1 p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd, crd pns31 vbz po12 n1, vhg vvn d crd, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 74 Page 35
401 and hath broken down the middle wall of partition between us ▪ &c. Christ therefore, and hath broken down the middle wall of partition between us ▪ etc. christ Therefore, cc vhz vvn a-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12 ▪ av np1 av, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 74 Page 35
402 when he was to ascend to Heaven, Commissioned his Apostles to go into all, the world, when he was to ascend to Heaven, Commissioned his Apostles to go into all, the world, c-crq pns31 vbds pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, np1 po31 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp d, dt n1, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 74 Page 35
403 and Preach the Gospel to every Creature, Mark 16. 15. The Apostle therefore tells us, Rom. 10. 18. Their sound went into all the earth, and Preach the Gospel to every Creature, Mark 16. 15. The Apostle Therefore tells us, Rom. 10. 18. Their found went into all the earth, cc vvb dt n1 p-acp d n1, vvb crd crd dt n1 av vvz pno12, np1 crd crd po32 n1 vvd p-acp d dt n1, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 74 Page 35
404 and their words into the ends of the world. and their words into the ends of the world. cc po32 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 74 Page 35
405 3. There is yet a more glorious opening of this reserved for the day when the Jews shall be called. 3. There is yet a more glorious opening of this reserved for the day when the jews shall be called. crd pc-acp vbz av dt av-dc j n-vvg pp-f d vvn p-acp dt n1 c-crq dt np2 vmb vbi vvn. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 75 Page 35
406 There is such a Calling to be expected; There is such a Calling to be expected; pc-acp vbz d dt vvg pc-acp vbi vvn; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 75 Page 35
407 there are Prophesies in the Word of God concerning some Articles in the Gospel day, which have not as yet been fulfilled, according to the stately predictions about them; there Are prophecies in the Word of God Concerning Some Articles in the Gospel day, which have not as yet been fulfilled, according to the stately predictions about them; a-acp vbr n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg d n2 p-acp dt n1 n1, r-crq vhb xx a-acp av vbn vvn, vvg p-acp dt j n2 p-acp pno32; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 75 Page 36
408 and th• we wait for till God shall bring that Nation back to himself. and th• we wait for till God shall bring that nation back to himself. cc n1 pns12 vvb p-acp p-acp np1 vmb vvi d n1 av p-acp px31. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 75 Page 36
409 The Gentiles were very great Gainers by the cutting off of the Jews but they shall be far greater by the graffti• of them in again, Rom. 11. 15. Then shall th• knowledge of God cover the earth; The Gentiles were very great Gainers by the cutting off of the jews but they shall be Far greater by the graffti• of them in again, Rom. 11. 15. Then shall th• knowledge of God cover the earth; dt n2-j vbdr av j n2 p-acp dt vvg a-acp pp-f dt np2 p-acp pns32 vmb vbi av-j jc p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp av, np1 crd crd cs vmb n1 n1 pp-f np1 vvi dt n1; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 75 Page 36
410 then sha• Christ reign gloriously among his Ancients; then sha• christ Reign gloriously among his Ancients; av n1 np1 vvi av-j p-acp po31 n2-j; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 75 Page 36
411 the• shall his Kingdom be wondrously exalted then shall that have an eminent accomplishment, in Psal. 55. 6. When God bringeth back the Captivity of his people, Jacob shall rejoyce and Israel shall be glad. the• shall his Kingdom be wondrously exalted then shall that have an eminent accomplishment, in Psalm 55. 6. When God brings back the Captivity of his people, Jacob shall rejoice and Israel shall be glad. n1 vmb po31 n1 vbi av-j vvn av vmb d vhb dt j n1, p-acp np1 crd crd c-crq np1 vvz av dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, np1 vmb vvi cc np1 vmb vbi j. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 75 Page 36
412 But this will be more insisted on in a following Observation. USE I ▪ For Information in two particulars. But this will be more insisted on in a following Observation. USE I ▪ For Information in two particulars. p-acp d vmb vbi av-dc vvd a-acp p-acp dt j-vvg n1. vvb pns11 ▪ c-acp n1 p-acp crd n2-j. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 75 Page 36
413 1. Learn hence what reason we have to bless God that we live in times and places of Gospel light. 1. Learn hence what reason we have to bless God that we live in times and places of Gospel Light. crd vvb av q-crq n1 pns12 vhb pc-acp vvi np1 cst pns12 vvb p-acp n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 n1. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 77 Page 36
414 Out of doubt the great advantage o• sinful men is to have Christ made known to them. Out of doubt the great advantage o• sinful men is to have christ made known to them. av pp-f n1 dt j n1 n1 j n2 vbz pc-acp vhi np1 vvn vvn p-acp pno32. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 77 Page 36
415 The Apostasy had brought us all into a wilderness, a dry and thirsty land wherein there was no water: The Apostasy had brought us all into a Wilderness, a dry and thirsty land wherein there was no water: dt n1 vhd vvn pno12 d p-acp dt n1, dt j cc j n1 c-crq pc-acp vbds dx n1: (5) doctrine (DIV2) 77 Page 36
416 and had not this fountain been broken up to us, we must needs have perished. and had not this fountain been broken up to us, we must needs have perished. cc vhd xx d n1 vbn vvn a-acp p-acp pno12, pns12 vmb av vhi vvn. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 77 Page 36
417 Had we lived in the days of the Law? if we had then been of the Nation of Israel, it had been a great priviledge, and a singular favour: Had we lived in the days of the Law? if we had then been of the nation of Israel, it had been a great privilege, and a singular favour: vhd pns12 vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1? cs pns12 vhd av vbn pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vhd vbn dt j n1, cc dt j n1: (5) doctrine (DIV2) 77 Page 36
418 however, they were dark times then compared with ours; however, they were dark times then compared with ours; c-acp, pns32 vbdr j n2 av vvn p-acp png12; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 77 Page 37
419 but if we had been born of and among the Gentiles, we had been shut out from that Garden in which this fountain was made to spring up. but if we had been born of and among the Gentiles, we had been shut out from that Garden in which this fountain was made to spring up. p-acp cs pns12 vhd vbn vvn pp-f cc p-acp dt n2-j, pns12 vhd vbn vvn av p-acp d n1 p-acp r-crq d n1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi a-acp. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 77 Page 37
420 It is prophesied concerning the Gentiles, with what resentments they shall receive the Gospel, Jer. 16. 19. The Gentiles shall come unto thee from the ends of the earth, It is prophesied Concerning the Gentiles, with what resentments they shall receive the Gospel, Jer. 16. 19. The Gentiles shall come unto thee from the ends of the earth, pn31 vbz vvn vvg dt n2-j, p-acp r-crq n2 pns32 vmb vvi dt n1, np1 crd crd dt n2-j vmb vvi p-acp pno21 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 77 Page 37
421 and shall say, surely our fathers have inherited lies, vanity, and things wherein there is no profit: and shall say, surely our Father's have inherited lies, vanity, and things wherein there is no profit: cc vmb vvi, av-j po12 n2 vhb vvn n2, n1, cc n2 c-crq pc-acp vbz dx n1: (5) doctrine (DIV2) 77 Page 37
422 How far then is our condition better than theirs was? let us then be thankful to God, tha• the Wells of Salvation are opened to us, How Far then is our condition better than theirs was? let us then be thankful to God, tha• the Wells of Salvation Are opened to us, c-crq av-j av vbz po12 n1 av-jc cs png32 vbds? vvb pno12 av vbi j p-acp np1, n1 dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr vvn p-acp pno12, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 77 Page 37
423 and we may draw waters out of them; and we may draw waters out of them; cc pns12 vmb vvi n2 av pp-f pno32; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 77 Page 37
424 that Christ is preached and offered to us, and we are invited to come to him to have our thirsty Souls satisfied; that christ is preached and offered to us, and we Are invited to come to him to have our thirsty Souls satisfied; cst np1 vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp pno12, cc pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 pc-acp vhi po12 j n2 vvn; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 77 Page 37
425 that these rivers run before our doors: this is not the priviledge of all the world at this day. that these Rivers run before our doors: this is not the privilege of all the world At this day. cst d n2 vvn p-acp po12 n2: d vbz xx dt n1 pp-f d dt n1 p-acp d n1. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 77 Page 37
426 Think then how highly we are favoured hereby, and let God have the whole glory of it. Think then how highly we Are favoured hereby, and let God have the Whole glory of it. vvb av c-crq av-j pns12 vbr vvn av, cc vvb np1 vhb dt j-jn n1 pp-f pn31. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 77 Page 37
427 2. This tells us how justly and inexcusably they will perish, who come not to this fountain. 2. This tells us how justly and inexcusably they will perish, who come not to this fountain. crd d vvz pno12 c-crq av-j cc av-j pns32 vmb vvi, r-crq vvb xx p-acp d n1. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 78 Page 37
428 It is certain that all men in their natural state, are in a perishing condition, being cut off from the fountain of living waters; It is certain that all men in their natural state, Are in a perishing condition, being Cut off from the fountain of living waters; pn31 vbz j cst d n2 p-acp po32 j n1, vbr p-acp dt j-vvg n1, vbg vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-vvg n2; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 78 Page 37
429 there is no recovering of i• again, and life by it, but in and by Christ, in whom it is ••ored. there is no recovering of i• again, and life by it, but in and by christ, in whom it is ••ored. pc-acp vbz dx vvg pp-f n1 av, cc n1 p-acp pn31, cc-acp p-acp cc p-acp np1, p-acp ro-crq pn31 vbz vvn. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 78 Page 37
430 Mans ruine had been just if this had never been opened to him: God ows not to the Fallen creature any hope, nor any provision for its recovery: men ruin had been just if this had never been opened to him: God ows not to the Fallen creature any hope, nor any provision for its recovery: ng1 n1 vhd vbn j cs d vhd av-x vbn vvn p-acp pno31: np1 vvz xx p-acp dt vvn n1 d n1, ccx d n1 p-acp po31 n1: (5) doctrine (DIV2) 78 Page 37
431 But if, when God hath not only prepared such a remedy, hut hath also opened it in the Go•pel, wooed men with all earnestness to com• to, But if, when God hath not only prepared such a remedy, hut hath also opened it in the Go•pel, wooed men with all earnestness to com• to, cc-acp cs, c-crq np1 vhz xx av-j vvn d dt n1, n1 vhz av vvn pn31 p-acp dt n1, vvd n2 p-acp d n1 p-acp n1 p-acp, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 78 Page 38
432 and accept of it, used all eadeavours wit• them to perswade them to embrace it; and accept of it, used all eadeavours wit• them to persuade them to embrace it; cc vvi pp-f pn31, vvd d n2 n1 pno32 pc-acp vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi pn31; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 78 Page 38
433 an• yet they refuse to hearken to his calls, to a• cept of his offers, put him away from the• when he comes to them, will not leave the• broken cisterns for this fountain of living waters there remains no more hope for these, becaus• there is never another fountain at which the• Souls can find refreshment: an• yet they refuse to harken to his calls, to a• cept of his offers, put him away from the• when he comes to them, will not leave the• broken cisterns for this fountain of living waters there remains no more hope for these, becaus• there is never Another fountain At which the• Souls can find refreshment: n1 av pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 vvz, p-acp n1 vvi pp-f po31 n2, vvd pno31 av p-acp n1 c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pno32, vmb xx vvi n1 vvn n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f j-vvg n2 a-acp vvz av-dx dc n1 p-acp d, n1 a-acp vbz av j-jn n1 p-acp r-crq n1 n2 vmb vvi n1: (5) doctrine (DIV2) 78 Page 38
434 they despi• Christ, forsake him, will none of him, an• this makes their perdition inevitable, Jer. 1• 13. They that depart from me shall be written i• the earth, they despi• christ, forsake him, will none of him, an• this makes their perdition inevitable, Jer. 1• 13. They that depart from me shall be written i• the earth, pns32 n1 np1, vvb pno31, vmb pix pp-f pno31, n1 d vvz po32 n1 j, np1 n1 crd pns32 cst vvb p-acp pno11 vmb vbi vvn n1 dt n1, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 78 Page 38
435 because they have forsaken the Lord the fountain of living waters; and how right•ous a thing is it that they should thus suffer? Because they have forsaken the Lord the fountain of living waters; and how right•ous a thing is it that they should thus suffer? c-acp pns32 vhb vvn dt n1 dt n1 pp-f j-vvg n2; cc c-crq j dt n1 vbz pn31 cst pns32 vmd av vvi? (5) doctrine (DIV2) 78 Page 38
436 USE II. Let it be to encourage thirsty Soul• to come unto Christ for all they want. USE II Let it be to encourage thirsty Soul• to come unto christ for all they want. vvb crd vvb pn31 vbi pc-acp vvi j np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp d pns32 vvb. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 79 Page 38
437 God is wont, in order to his revealing of Christ to, and in Sinners, to awaken in them a deep sense of their misery, God is wont, in order to his revealing of christ to, and in Sinners, to awaken in them a deep sense of their misery, np1 vbz j, p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp, cc p-acp n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 dt j-jn n1 pp-f po32 n1, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 79 Page 38
438 and to bring them into sore distress ▪ they are made to feel themselves perishing in themselves, and to bring them into soar distress ▪ they Are made to feel themselves perishing in themselves, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp j n1 ▪ pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi px32 vvg p-acp px32, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 79 Page 38
439 and th•reupon their craving Souls are inquisitive whether there be no help to be had for them. and th•reupon their craving Souls Are inquisitive whither there be no help to be had for them. cc av po32 vvg n2 vbr j cs pc-acp vbb dx n1 pc-acp vbi vhn p-acp pno32. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 79 Page 38
440 Are you then brought into such a strait as this is, let the following advice be acceptable to you. are you then brought into such a strait as this is, let the following Advice be acceptable to you. vbr pn22 av vvn p-acp d dt j c-acp d vbz, vvb dt j-vvg n1 vbb j p-acp pn22. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 79 Page 38
441 1. Let your selt want put you upon asking after him. 1. Let your selt want put you upon asking After him. crd vvb po22 n1 vvb vvi pn22 p-acp vvg p-acp pno31. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 80 Page 38
442 Before you were under the impression, of these Convictions, you saw no need •hat you had of him, Before you were under the impression, of these Convictions, you saw no need •hat you had of him, p-acp pn22 vbdr p-acp dt n1, pp-f d n2, pn22 vvd dx n1 av pn22 vhd pp-f pno31, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 80 Page 39
443 and that made you •o be so far from seeking after him, that when •e came and offered himself to you, and that made you •o be so Far from seeking After him, that when •e Come and offered himself to you, cc cst vvd pn22 av vbi av av-j p-acp vvg p-acp pno31, cst c-crq av vvd cc vvd px31 p-acp pn22, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 80 Page 39
444 and bad •ou to accept of him, you put him away from •ou, and bad him be gone, made it evident •hat you had no desire of him; and bad •ou to accept of him, you put him away from •ou, and bade him be gone, made it evident •hat you had no desire of him; cc j n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f pno31, pn22 vvd pno31 av p-acp n1, cc vvd pno31 vbi vvn, vvd pn31 j av pn22 vhd dx n1 pp-f pno31; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 80 Page 39
445 but now let •our enquiry be how you may come at him. but now let •our enquiry be how you may come At him. cc-acp av vvb n1 n1 vbi c-crq pn22 vmb vvi p-acp pno31. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 80 Page 39
446 Your Wells in which you before put •our •rust, are now sensibly dried up, and afford you no supply at all, ask then after, this foun•ain. Your Wells in which you before put •our •rust, Are now sensibly dried up, and afford you no supply At all, ask then After, this foun•ain. po22 n2 p-acp r-crq pn22 a-acp vvn n1 vvi, vbr av av-j vvn a-acp, cc vvb pn22 dx n1 p-acp d, vvb av a-acp, d n1. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 80 Page 39
447 Let this be your support under your present distress, that you have heard of such •n one, Let this be your support under your present distress, that you have herd of such •n one, vvb d vbi po22 n1 p-acp po22 j n1, cst pn22 vhb vvn pp-f d n2 pi, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 80 Page 39
448 and now make it your business to enquire how you may be made to partake in it, and now make it your business to inquire how you may be made to partake in it, cc av vvb pn31 po22 n1 pc-acp vvi c-crq pn22 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 80 Page 39
449 how you may get a full draught of these living waters. how you may get a full draught of these living waters. c-crq pn22 vmb vvi dt j n1 pp-f d vvg n2. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 80 Page 39
450 2. Let this fulness of sufficiency be your direction to go to him and no where else. 2. Let this fullness of sufficiency be your direction to go to him and no where Else. crd vvb d n1 pp-f n1 vbb po22 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 cc uh-dx c-crq av. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 81 Page 39
451 Every one that would partake in this benefit, and not fail of this Grace of God, must resolve to forsake all the streams which before they took up withal, Every one that would partake in this benefit, and not fail of this Grace of God, must resolve to forsake all the streams which before they took up withal, d pi cst vmd vvi p-acp d n1, cc xx vvi pp-f d n1 pp-f np1, vmb vvi pc-acp vvi d dt n2 r-crq c-acp pns32 vvd a-acp av, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 81 Page 39
452 for the sake of the fountain; for the sake of the fountain; p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 81 Page 39
453 and the prime motive to this, is the apprehension they have of the emptiness of every thing else, and his infinite fulness. and the prime motive to this, is the apprehension they have of the emptiness of every thing Else, and his infinite fullness. cc dt j-jn n1 p-acp d, vbz dt n1 pns32 vhb pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1 av, cc po31 j n1. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 81 Page 39
454 Receive then the witness that is born of him in his word, and see how worthy he is of your trust, who is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, Eph. 3. 20. Say, I have tried other objects, Receive then the witness that is born of him in his word, and see how worthy he is of your trust, who is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, Ephesians 3. 20. Say, I have tried other objects, vvb av dt n1 cst vbz vvn pp-f pno31 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvb c-crq j pns31 vbz pp-f po22 n1, r-crq vbz j pc-acp vdi j-vvg av-j p-acp d cst pns12 vvb cc vvi, np1 crd crd n1, pns11 vhb vvn j-jn n2, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 81 Page 39
455 and they have failed me, but I have heard that there is enough for me i• him; and they have failed me, but I have herd that there is enough for me i• him; cc pns32 vhb vvn pno11, cc-acp pns11 vhb vvn cst pc-acp vbz av-d p-acp pno11 n1 pno31; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 81 Page 40
456 I will therefore go to him, and hi• only for supply. I will Therefore go to him, and hi• only for supply. pns11 vmb av vvi p-acp pno31, cc n1 av-j p-acp n1. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 81 Page 40
457 3. Let his being opened be your encourageme• to prevail with you to come to him, and believ• on him. 3. Let his being opened be your encourageme• to prevail with you to come to him, and believ• on him. crd vvb po31 vbg vvn vbb po22 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, cc n1 p-acp pno31. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 82 Page 40
458 And indeed, here is that which next ly animates poor thirsty Souls to come to him It is true, And indeed, Here is that which next lie animates poor thirsty Souls to come to him It is true, cc av, av vbz d r-crq ord vvi vvz j j n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 pn31 vbz j, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 82 Page 40
459 if he were not a fountain of Grac• he could not answer our necessity, and mak• us happy; if he were not a fountain of Grac• he could not answer our necessity, and mak• us happy; cs pns31 vbdr xx dt n1 pp-f np1 pns31 vmd xx vvi po12 n1, cc n1 pno12 j; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 82 Page 40
460 our cravings can be filled with nothing that is less; our cravings can be filled with nothing that is less; po12 n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pix cst vbz av-dc; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 82 Page 40
461 but still, if this fountain were shut up and sealed, and there were n• way discoverable by which we might com• at it, the other consideration would afford • poor support to our hope. but still, if this fountain were shut up and sealed, and there were n• Way discoverable by which we might com• At it, the other consideration would afford • poor support to our hope. cc-acp av, cs d n1 vbdr vvn a-acp cc vvn, cc a-acp vbdr n1 n1 j p-acp r-crq pns12 vmd n1 p-acp pn31, dt j-jn n1 vmd vvi • j vvi p-acp po12 n1. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 82 Page 40
462 Goodness indeed is the object of our desire, but it is the communicableness of this goodness which nextly excites our hope, and that is it which must carry us forth vigorously in quest of it: goodness indeed is the Object of our desire, but it is the communicableness of this Goodness which nextly excites our hope, and that is it which must carry us forth vigorously in quest of it: n1 av vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 vvi, p-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq av-j vvz po12 vvb, cc d vbz pn31 r-crq vmb vvi pno12 av av-j p-acp n1 pp-f pn31: (5) doctrine (DIV2) 82 Page 40
463 and the more fully this way of participation is manifested to us, and the more freely it is offered in the exhibition of it, the greater must the encouragement needs be. and the more Fully this Way of participation is manifested to us, and the more freely it is offered in the exhibition of it, the greater must the encouragement needs be. cc dt av-dc av-j d n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno12, cc dt av-dc av-j pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, dt jc vmb dt n1 av vbi. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 82 Page 40
464 Here therefore is the great demur that sensible Souls are wont to make, viz. Is there any way for me to be made a partaker in all this good whereof there is such an abundance in the fountain? Consider then; Here Therefore is the great demur that sensible Souls Are wont to make, viz. Is there any Way for me to be made a partaker in all this good whereof there is such an abundance in the fountain? Consider then; av av vbz dt j n1 cst j n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi, n1 vbz a-acp d n1 p-acp pno11 pc-acp vbi vvn dt n1 p-acp d d j c-crq pc-acp vbz d dt n1 p-acp dt n1? vvb av; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 82 Page 40
465 1. This fountain was provided on purpose for such as you are. It was Mans miserable necessity that was the occasion of the providing •t; 1. This fountain was provided on purpose for such as you Are. It was men miserable necessity that was the occasion of the providing •t; crd d n1 vbds vvn p-acp n1 p-acp d c-acp pn22 vbr. pn31 vbds n2 j n1 cst vbds dt n1 pp-f dt vvg av; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 84 Page 40
466 and but for that, it had never been heard of; and but for that, it had never been herd of; cc p-acp p-acp d, pn31 vhd av-x vbn vvn pp-f; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 84 Page 41
467 we are told who are to be made sharers •n the benefits of Christ, Psal. 72. 12, 13. He shall deliver the needy when he crieth: we Are told who Are to be made sharers •n the benefits of christ, Psalm 72. 12, 13. He shall deliver the needy when he cries: pns12 vbr vvn r-crq vbr pc-acp vbi vvn n2 vvb dt n2 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd, crd pns31 vmb vvi dt j c-crq pns31 vvz: (5) doctrine (DIV2) 84 Page 41
468 the poor al••, and him that hath no helper; he shall spare he poor and needy, and shall save the Souls of the needy. the poor al••, and him that hath no helper; he shall spare he poor and needy, and shall save the Souls of the needy. dt j n1, cc pno31 cst vhz dx n1; pns31 vmb vvi pns31 j cc j, cc vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f dt j. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 84 Page 41
469 Observe what was the very design of his being anointed, and you will find that was for such as you, Isa. 61. begin. Observe what was the very Design of his being anointed, and you will find that was for such as you, Isaiah 61. begin. vvb r-crq vbds dt j n1 pp-f po31 vbg vvn, cc pn22 vmb vvi cst vbds p-acp d c-acp pn22, np1 crd vvb. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 84 Page 41
470 2. He stands open before you in the offer of the Gospel and Ordinances. 2. He Stands open before you in the offer of the Gospel and Ordinances. crd pns31 vvz j p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n2. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 85 Page 41
471 There is an offer made of him there to some, and who are they but such whose condition is that which you complain of? the offer indeed is general, There is an offer made of him there to Some, and who Are they but such whose condition is that which you complain of? the offer indeed is general, pc-acp vbz dt n1 vvd pp-f pno31 a-acp p-acp d, cc q-crq vbr pns32 p-acp d rg-crq n1 vbz d r-crq pn22 vvb pp-f? dt n1 av vbz j, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 85 Page 41
472 and hath no exception put into it, as to the persons who hear it, provided they comply with the terms propounded. You are not exempted; and hath no exception put into it, as to the Persons who hear it, provided they comply with the terms propounded. You Are not exempted; cc vhz dx n1 vvn p-acp pn31, c-acp p-acp dt n2 r-crq vvb pn31, vvd pns32 vvi p-acp dt n2 vvn. pn22 vbr xx vvn; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 85 Page 41
473 why then should you exempt your selves: why then should you exempt your selves: q-crq av vmd pn22 vvi po22 n2: (5) doctrine (DIV2) 85 Page 41
474 •he Invitation saith, Whosoever will, let him come and take of the waters of life freely, Rev. 22. 17. The greatest Sinners are not excluded from, but included in it; •he Invitation Says, Whosoever will, let him come and take of the waters of life freely, Rev. 22. 17. The greatest Sinners Are not excluded from, but included in it; uh n1 vvz, r-crq vmb, vvb pno31 vvi cc vvi pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1 av-j, n1 crd crd dt js n2 vbr xx vvn p-acp, cc-acp vvd p-acp pn31; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 85 Page 41
475 Jer. 3. 2. Thou hast played the harlot with many lovers; yet return again to me, saith the Lord. Jer. 3. 2. Thou hast played the harlot with many lovers; yet return again to me, Says the Lord. np1 crd crd pns21 vh2 vvn dt n1 p-acp d n2; av vvb av p-acp pno11, vvz dt n1. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 85 Page 41
476 3. There is a special and peculiar invitation given to all such as you. 3. There is a special and peculiar invitation given to all such as you. crd pc-acp vbz dt j cc j n1 vvn p-acp d d c-acp pn22. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 86 Page 41
477 Sensible Sinners, distres•ed Souls, such as are pinched with thirst, and under a feeling of their want; Sensible Sinners, distres•ed Souls, such as Are pinched with thirst, and under a feeling of their want; j n2, vvd n2, d c-acp vbr vvn p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po32 n1; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 86 Page 41
478 Isa. 55. 1. Every one that thirsteth, Mat. 11. 28. All you that are weary and heavy laden. Isaiah 55. 1. Every one that Thirsteth, Mathew 11. 28. All you that Are weary and heavy laden. np1 crd crd d crd cst vvz, np1 crd crd d pn22 cst vbr j cc j vvn. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 86 Page 41
479 That which you make your discouragement, and seek to hinder your selves by, is the very argument of •• invitation, viz. because you are in distre• and despair of finding succour elsewhere and concerning such, That which you make your discouragement, and seek to hinder your selves by, is the very argument of •• invitation, viz. Because you Are in distre• and despair of finding succour elsewhere and Concerning such, cst r-crq pn22 vvb po22 n1, cc vvb pc-acp vvi po22 n2 p-acp, vbz dt j n1 pp-f •• n1, n1 c-acp pn22 vbr p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f vvg n1 av cc vvg d, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 86 Page 42
480 if they do come up• the call, there are gracious promises of a kin• entertainment. if they do come up• the call, there Are gracious promises of a kin• entertainment. cs pns32 vdb vvi n1 dt n1, pc-acp vbr j n2 pp-f dt n1 n1. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 86 Page 42
481 How precious a word is that Isa. 41. 17. When the poor and needy seek wat• and there is none, How precious a word is that Isaiah 41. 17. When the poor and needy seek wat• and there is none, q-crq j dt n1 vbz cst np1 crd crd c-crq dt j cc j vvb n1 cc pc-acp vbz pix, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 86 Page 42
482 and their tongue faileth •• thirst, • the Lord will hear them, I the God Israel will not forsake them. and their tongue Faileth •• thirst, • the Lord will hear them, I the God Israel will not forsake them. cc po32 n1 vvz •• vvb, • dt n1 vmb vvi pno32, pns11 dt n1 np1 vmb xx vvi pno32. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 86 Page 42
483 4. If you stand off by unbelief and despair, •• will grieve his Holy Spirit. And well he m• be grieved. 4. If you stand off by unbelief and despair, •• will grieve his Holy Spirit. And well he m• be grieved. crd cs pn22 vvb a-acp p-acp n1 cc n1, •• vmb vvi po31 j n1. cc av pns31 n1 vbi vvn. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 87 Page 42
484 For you to say, there is no ho• for such a vile sinful Wretch as I am, is • make him a liar; For you to say, there is no ho• for such a vile sinful Wretch as I am, is • make him a liar; p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp d dt j j n1 c-acp pns11 vbm, vbz • vvi pno31 dt n1; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 87 Page 42
485 who again, and again ha• told you that his Salvation is laid in for suc• and assures you that Sinners must be brought to this sense in order to the application of it. who again, and again ha• told you that his Salvation is laid in for suc• and assures you that Sinners must be brought to this sense in order to the application of it. r-crq av, cc av n1 vvd pn22 d po31 n1 vbz vvn p-acp p-acp n1 cc vvz pn22 d n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 87 Page 42
486 5. Know it, that if you now come to him, • will make you very welcome. 5. Know it, that if you now come to him, • will make you very welcome. crd vvb pn31, cst cs pn22 av vvb p-acp pno31, • vmb vvi pn22 av j-jn. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 88 Page 42
487 He never ca• out any comer, nay, when he did but see th• poor Prodigal resolving, He never ca• out any comer, nay, when he did but see th• poor Prodigal resolving, pns31 av n1 av d n1, uh-x, c-crq pns31 vdd p-acp vvi n1 j j-jn vvg, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 88 Page 42
488 and arising to go •• his Father, you are told how he carried t• him, Luk. 15. 20. When he was yet a great w•• off, his father saw him; and arising to go •• his Father, you Are told how he carried t• him, Luk. 15. 20. When he was yet a great w•• off, his father saw him; cc vvg pc-acp vvi •• po31 n1, pn22 vbr vvn c-crq pns31 vvd n1 pno31, np1 crd crd c-crq pns31 vbds av dt j n1 a-acp, po31 n1 vvd pno31; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 88 Page 42
489 and had compassion • ••m, and ran, and fell on his neck and kisse• him. 6. The more unworthy you are, the more wi•• his grace be exalted in you. and had compassion • ••m, and ran, and fell on his neck and kisse• him. 6. The more unworthy you Are, the more wi•• his grace be exalted in you. cc vhd n1 • vbm, cc vvd, cc vvd p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 pno31. crd dt av-dc j pn22 vbr, dt av-dc n1 po31 n1 vbi vvn p-acp pn22. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 88 Page 42
490 Proud, insensibl• Sinners may and do abuse: Proud, insensibl• Sinners may and do abuse: j, n1 n2 vmb cc vdb vvi: (5) doctrine (DIV2) 89 Page 42
491 but such as you will rightly improve that precious word, Rom. 5. 20. Where sin abounded, grace did much more abound; but such as you will rightly improve that precious word, Rom. 5. 20. Where since abounded, grace did much more abound; cc-acp d c-acp pn22 vmb av-jn vvi d j n1, np1 crd crd q-crq n1 vvd, n1 vdd av-d av-dc vvi; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 89 Page 43
492 if you take heart by it, and betake your selves to him. Come away then to the fountain, and drink your fill of it. For Direction, if you take heart by it, and betake your selves to him. Come away then to the fountain, and drink your fill of it. For Direction, cs pn22 vvb n1 p-acp pn31, cc vvb po22 n2 p-acp pno31. np1 av av p-acp dt n1, cc vvb po22 n1 pp-f pn31. p-acp n1, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 89 Page 43
493 1. Come now, whiles it stands open, it will not do so always. 1. Come now, while it Stands open, it will not do so always. crd vvb av, cs pn31 vvz j, pn31 vmb xx vdi av av. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 91 Page 43
494 He saith, 2 Cor. 6. 2. Now is the accepted time, now is the day of Salvation: He Says, 2 Cor. 6. 2. Now is the accepted time, now is the day of Salvation: pns31 vvz, crd np1 crd crd av vbz dt j-vvn n1, av vbz dt n1 pp-f n1: (5) doctrine (DIV2) 91 Page 43
495 Take heed of delays, they will prove your •ndoing, if you be not careful, read Luke 13. 25. When once the Master of the house is risen •p, Take heed of delays, they will prove your •ndoing, if you be not careful, read Lycia 13. 25. When once the Master of the house is risen •p, vvb n1 pp-f n2, pns32 vmb vvi po22 n-vvg, cs pn22 vbb xx j, vvb av crd crd c-crq a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn n1, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 91 Page 43
496 and hath shut the door, &c. and hath shut the door, etc. cc vhz vvn dt n1, av (5) doctrine (DIV2) 91 Page 43
497 2. Come as you are, for the fountain is free, •ay not, how shall I purchase these waters of •fe? You are invited to them without money •• price, Isa. 55. 1. If you have but a thirsty •oul after his Righteousness, you are suitably •ualified, 2. Come as you Are, for the fountain is free, •ay not, how shall I purchase these waters of •fe? You Are invited to them without money •• price, Isaiah 55. 1. If you have but a thirsty •oul After his Righteousness, you Are suitably •ualified, crd vvb p-acp pn22 vbr, p-acp dt n1 vbz j, vmb xx, q-crq vmb pns11 vvi d n2 pp-f n1? pn22 vbr vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp n1 •• n1, np1 crd crd cs pn22 vhb p-acp dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1, pn22 vbr av-j vvn, (5) doctrine (DIV2) 92 Page 43
498 and have that gracious encouragement given you, Mat. 5. 6. Blessed are they •at hunger and thirst after righteousness, for they •all be filled. and have that gracious encouragement given you, Mathew 5. 6. Blessed Are they •at hunger and thirst After righteousness, for they •all be filled. cc vhb d j n1 vvn pn22, np1 crd crd j-vvn vbr pns32 j n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, c-acp pns32 vmb vbi vvn. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 92 Page 43
499 3. Come to have all your wants supplied here. Bring them all with you, and cast them •pon him; 3. Come to have all your Wants supplied Here. Bring them all with you, and cast them •pon him; crd vvb pc-acp vhi d po22 n2 vvn av. vvb pno32 d p-acp pn22, cc vvd pno32 av pno31; (5) doctrine (DIV2) 93 Page 43
500 resolve that here is enough, and •ou shall be satisfied, be not doubting but be•eve, and rely on his word who hath said, Psal. 81. 10. Open thy mouth wide, and I will •ll it. resolve that Here is enough, and •ou shall be satisfied, be not doubting but be•eve, and rely on his word who hath said, Psalm 81. 10. Open thy Mouth wide, and I will •ll it. vvb cst av vbz av-d, cc av vmb vbi vvn, vbb xx vvg p-acp vvi, cc vvi p-acp po31 n1 r-crq vhz vvn, np1 crd crd j po21 n1 j, cc pns11 vmb vvi pn31. (5) doctrine (DIV2) 93 Page 43
501 DOCTRINE III. They are the Seed of Christ, and the Church of God, for whose sakes this fountain is opened. DOCTRINE III. They Are the Seed of christ, and the Church of God, for whose sakes this fountain is opened. n1 np1. pns32 vbr dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp rg-crq n2 d n1 vbz vvn. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 93 Page 44
502 THE Subjects of this priviledge are th• House of David, and the Inhabitants of Jerusalem. THE Subject's of this privilege Are th• House of David, and the Inhabitants of Jerusalem. dt n2-jn pp-f d n1 vbr n1 n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n2 pp-f np1. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 94 Page 44
503 These are Typical Expressions, and there is a spiritual meaning that is to be sought in them, These Are Typical Expressions, and there is a spiritual meaning that is to be sought in them, d vbr j n2, cc pc-acp vbz dt j n1 cst vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 94 Page 44
504 though the literal meaning is not to be excluded; though the literal meaning is not to be excluded; cs dt j vvg vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 94 Page 44
505 and here is a double Type, tho the thing aimed at in it is one and the same How far this shall be literally accomplished in both the parts of it, and Here is a double Type, though the thing aimed At in it is one and the same How Far this shall be literally accomplished in both the parts of it, cc av vbz dt j-jn n1, av dt n1 vvd p-acp p-acp pn31 vbz crd cc dt d c-crq av-j d vmb vbi av-j vvn p-acp d dt n2 pp-f pn31, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 94 Page 44
506 when the Nation o• the Jews shall be Converted to the Christian Religion, I shall not enquire now, when the nation o• the jews shall be Converted to the Christian Religion, I shall not inquire now, c-crq dt n1 n1 dt np2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt njp n1, pns11 vmb xx vvi av, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 94 Page 44
507 but confine my present discourse to the Mystical and Spiritual meaning of it. David was a Type of Christ; but confine my present discourse to the Mystical and Spiritual meaning of it. David was a Type of christ; cc-acp vvb po11 j n1 p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f pn31. np1 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 94 Page 44
508 and in how many things Christ was represented by him, would be too great a digression now to enquire: and in how many things christ was represented by him, would be too great a digression now to inquire: cc p-acp c-crq d n2 np1 vbds vvn p-acp pno31, vmd vbi av j dt n1 av pc-acp vvi: (6) doctrine (DIV2) 94 Page 44
509 but it is certain, that by a frequent Scripture Metonymie, Christ the Antitype, is called by the name of David the Type, Jer 30. 9. They shall serve the Lord their God, but it is certain, that by a frequent Scripture Metonymy, christ the Antitype, is called by the name of David the Type, Jer 30. 9. They shall serve the Lord their God, cc-acp pn31 vbz j, cst p-acp dt j n1 n1, np1 dt n1, vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n1, np1 crd crd pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 po32 n1, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 94 Page 44
510 and David their King, whom I will raise up to them. and David their King, whom I will raise up to them. cc np1 po32 n1, ro-crq pns11 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp pno32. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 94 Page 44
511 Ezek. 34. 23. I will set up one Shepherd over them, and he shall lead them, even my Servant David: and elsewhere. Ezekiel 34. 23. I will Set up one Shepherd over them, and he shall led them, even my Servant David: and elsewhere. np1 crd crd pns11 vmb vvi a-acp crd n1 p-acp pno32, cc pns31 vmb vvi pno32, av po11 n1 np1: cc av. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 94 Page 44
512 And there are many things spoken in the Psalms concerning David, that can be properly applied to none but Christ. And there Are many things spoken in the Psalms Concerning David, that can be properly applied to none but christ. cc pc-acp vbr d n2 vvn p-acp dt n2 vvg np1, cst vmb vbi av-j vvn p-acp pix cc-acp np1. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 94 Page 45
513 By the House of David, we may literally understand his natural Posterity, or those that descended from him by Natural Generation, By the House of David, we may literally understand his natural Posterity, or those that descended from him by Natural Generation, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns12 vmb av-j vvi po31 j n1, cc d cst vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp j n1, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 94 Page 45
514 so the word, House, is frequently used; so the word, House, is frequently used; av dt n1, n1, vbz av-j vvn; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 94 Page 45
515 under which is shadowed Christ's Spiritual Seed, or those who were given him by his Father, under which is shadowed Christ's Spiritual Seed, or those who were given him by his Father, p-acp r-crq vbz vvn npg1 j n1, cc d r-crq vbdr vvn pno31 p-acp po31 n1, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 94 Page 45
516 and were to descend from him by a Spiritual Regeneration; such a Seed is promised him, Psal. 22. 30. A Seed shall serve him; and were to descend from him by a Spiritual Regeneration; such a Seed is promised him, Psalm 22. 30. A Seed shall serve him; cc vbdr pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j n1; d dt n1 vbz vvn pno31, np1 crd crd dt n1 vmb vvi pno31; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 94 Page 45
517 it shall be counted to the Lord for a Generation. it shall be counted to the Lord for a Generation. pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 94 Page 45
518 And under the Type of David, the Seed of Christ is eminently set forth, in Psal. 89. And it comprehends in it all the Elect of God, whom he tells us that his Father had given to him, And under the Type of David, the Seed of christ is eminently Set forth, in Psalm 89. And it comprehends in it all the Elect of God, whom he tells us that his Father had given to him, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av-j vvn av, p-acp np1 crd cc pn31 vvz p-acp pn31 d dt n1 pp-f np1, ro-crq pns31 vvz pno12 cst po31 n1 vhd vvn p-acp pno31, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 94 Page 45
519 and they were in due time to be born of him by a new birth. and they were in due time to be born of him by a new birth. cc pns32 vbdr p-acp j-jn n1 pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f pno31 p-acp dt j n1. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 94 Page 45
520 Jerusalem was a City which God chose out of all the Tribes of Israel, to put his Name there: Jerusalem was a city which God chosen out of all the Tribes of Israel, to put his Name there: np1 vbds dt n1 r-crq np1 vvd av pp-f d dt n2 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi po31 n1 a-acp: (6) doctrine (DIV2) 94 Page 45
521 there he settled his Ordinances, and therefore is said to have a peculiar respect for it, Psal. 87. 2. The Lord loveth the gates of Zion, more than all the dwellings of Jacob. And hence it is usually applied to the Church of God; there he settled his Ordinances, and Therefore is said to have a peculiar respect for it, Psalm 87. 2. The Lord loves the gates of Zion, more than all the dwellings of Jacob. And hence it is usually applied to the Church of God; a-acp pns31 vvd po31 n2, cc av vbz vvn pc-acp vhi dt j n1 p-acp pn31, np1 crd crd dt n1 vvz dt n2 pp-f np1, av-dc cs d dt n2 pp-f np1 cc av pn31 vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 94 Page 45
522 sometimes to the Militant, Gal. 4 26. Jerusalem which is above is free, which is the mother of us all; sometime to the Militant, Gal. 4 26. Jerusalem which is above is free, which is the mother of us all; av p-acp dt j, np1 crd crd np1 r-crq vbz a-acp vbz j, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f pno12 d; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 94 Page 45
523 sometimes to the Triumphant, Heb. 12. 22. Ye are come to the Heavenly Jerusalem. And in the former of these respects it is here to be understood; sometime to the Triumphant, Hebrew 12. 22. You Are come to the Heavenly Jerusalem. And in the former of these respects it is Here to be understood; av p-acp dt j, np1 crd crd pn22 vbr vvn p-acp dt j np1. cc p-acp dt j pp-f d n2 pn31 vbz av pc-acp vbi vvn; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 94 Page 45
524 and then by the Inhabitants of Jerusalem, we are to conceive is meant, those who are by the Grace of God brought over to him, and then by the Inhabitants of Jerusalem, we Are to conceive is meant, those who Are by the Grace of God brought over to him, cc av p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi vbz vvn, d r-crq vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd a-acp p-acp pno31, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 94 Page 45
525 and priviledged with the immunities of the C• of God: and privileged with the immunities of the C• of God: cc vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt np1 pp-f np1: (6) doctrine (DIV2) 94 Page 46
526 and this T•pi•al application of J•rusalem is peculiarly celebrated in, Psal. 122 So that these are the same subjects with th• former, represented under a divers Type. Only we are to observe, that Gods Elect are comprehended, and this T•pi•al application of J•rusalem is peculiarly celebrated in, Psalm 122 So that these Are the same subject's with th• former, represented under a diverse Type. Only we Are to observe, that God's Elect Are comprehended, cc d j n1 pp-f np1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp, np1 crd av cst d vbr dt d n2-jn p-acp n1 j, vvn p-acp dt j n1. av-j pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi, cst ng1 n1 vbr vvn, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 94 Page 46
527 because, though they are not a present actually the Seed of Christ, and Me•bers of the Militant Church, yet they are designed to be so, Because, though they Are not a present actually the Seed of christ, and Me•bers of the Militant Church, yet they Are designed to be so, c-acp, cs pns32 vbr xx dt j av-j dt n1 pp-f np1, cc n2 pp-f dt j n1, av pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi av, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 94 Page 46
528 and given to Christ for th• end; and given to christ for th• end; cc vvn p-acp np1 p-acp n1 n1; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 94 Page 46
529 and by their being in due time ma•• so, it is evidenced that they were appointed to this priviledge from Eternity. and by their being in due time ma•• so, it is evidenced that they were appointed to this privilege from Eternity. cc p-acp po32 vbg p-acp j-jn n1 n1 av, pn31 vbz vvn cst pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp n1. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 94 Page 46
530 Now the• are they for whom this fountain is opened And in order to our distinct taking this up we may observe; Now the• Are they for whom this fountain is opened And in order to our distinct taking this up we may observe; av n1 vbr pns32 p-acp ro-crq d n1 vbz vvn cc p-acp n1 p-acp po12 j vvg d a-acp pns12 vmb vvi; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 94 Page 46
531 1. It is certain that this fountain is not in a•• sense opened to all the world. 1. It is certain that this fountain is not in a•• sense opened to all the world. crd pn31 vbz j cst d n1 vbz xx p-acp n1 n1 vvd p-acp d dt n1. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 95 Page 46
532 There is a two fold opening of it, which might have bee• observed, viz. there is that which is outward by the promulgation of the Gospel, There is a two fold opening of it, which might have bee• observed, viz. there is that which is outward by the Promulgation of the Gospel, pc-acp vbz dt crd n1 vvg pp-f pn31, r-crq vmd vhi n1 vvn, n1 a-acp vbz d r-crq vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 95 Page 46
533 and tha• which is inward, made by the Illumination o• the Spirit. and tha• which is inward, made by the Illumination o• the Spirit. cc n1 r-crq vbz j, vvn p-acp dt n1 n1 dt n1. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 95 Page 46
534 In this latter sense, none but th• Children of God have this discovery mad• unto them, Rom. 11. 7. The Election hath o•tained it, the rest were blinded. In this latter sense, none but th• Children of God have this discovery mad• unto them, Rom. 11. 7. The Election hath o•tained it, the rest were blinded. p-acp d d n1, pix cc-acp n1 n2 pp-f np1 vhb d n1 n1 p-acp pno32, np1 crd crd dt n1 vhz vvn pn31, dt n1 vbdr vvn. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 95 Page 46
535 Hence th•• awful word of Christ, Mat. 13. 11. It is giv•• to you to know the mysteries of the Kingdom •• Heaven, Hence th•• awful word of christ, Mathew 13. 11. It is giv•• to you to know the Mysteres of the Kingdom •• Heaven, av n1 j n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd pn31 vbz n1 p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1 •• n1, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 95 Page 46
536 but to them it is not given. but to them it is not given. cc-acp p-acp pno32 pn31 vbz xx vvn. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 95 Page 46
537 But w•• are now considering it in respect to the former sense, though as it aims especially at th• latter. But w•• Are now considering it in respect to the former sense, though as it aims especially At th• latter. p-acp n1 vbr av vvg pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1, c-acp c-acp pn31 vvz av-j p-acp n1 d. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 95 Page 47
538 And here it must be granted, that Christ is not opened unto any, but such to whom there is some signification made, by which they may be informed concerning him, And Here it must be granted, that christ is not opened unto any, but such to whom there is Some signification made, by which they may be informed Concerning him, cc av pn31 vmb vbi vvn, cst np1 vbz xx vvn p-acp d, cc-acp d p-acp ro-crq a-acp vbz d n1 vvd, p-acp r-crq pns32 vmb vbi vvn vvg pno31, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 95 Page 47
539 so as to discover him to be a fountain of life; so as to discover him to be a fountain of life; av c-acp pc-acp vvi pno31 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n1; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 95 Page 47
540 and this must be either by Immediate Revelation, or by the dispensation of the Gospel unto them: and this must be either by Immediate Revelation, or by the Dispensation of the Gospel unto them: cc d vmb vbi av-d p-acp j n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32: (6) doctrine (DIV2) 95 Page 47
541 The former is not ordinary, and therefore, whatsoever God will do on prerogative, yet he hath given us no other ground to expect it but in the latter, Rom. 10. 14. How shall they believe in him of whom they have not heard? But it is notorious that a great part of the World are altogether ignorant of this fountain, The former is not ordinary, and Therefore, whatsoever God will do on prerogative, yet he hath given us no other ground to expect it but in the latter, Rom. 10. 14. How shall they believe in him of whom they have not herd? But it is notorious that a great part of the World Are altogether ignorant of this fountain, dt j vbz xx j, cc av, r-crq np1 vmb vdi p-acp n1, av pns31 vhz vvn pno12 dx j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp p-acp dt d, np1 crd crd q-crq vmb pns32 vvi p-acp pno31 pp-f ro-crq pns32 vhb xx vvn? p-acp pn31 vbz j cst dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vbr av j pp-f d n1, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 95 Page 47
542 and there is none sent to shew it to them, and so must remain strangers to it. and there is none sent to show it to them, and so must remain Strangers to it. cc pc-acp vbz pix vvn pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp pno32, cc av vmb vvi n2 p-acp pn31. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 95 Page 47
543 For men to think that the light of nature can discover, or that the Sun, Moon and Stars can preach a Christ to fallen man, is a vain and groundless opinion; For men to think that the Light of nature can discover, or that the Sun, Moon and Stars can preach a christ to fallen man, is a vain and groundless opinion; p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi, cc cst dt n1, n1 cc n2 vmb vvi dt np1 p-acp vvn n1, vbz dt j cc j n1; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 95 Page 47
544 the Apostle is positive in this, 2 Cor. 4. 3. If our Gospel be hid, it is hid to them that are lost. the Apostle is positive in this, 2 Cor. 4. 3. If our Gospel be hid, it is hid to them that Are lost. dt n1 vbz j p-acp d, crd np1 crd crd cs po12 n1 vbi vvn, pn31 vbz vvn p-acp pno32 cst vbr vvn. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 95 Page 47
545 2. That this fountain is opened in the outward discoveries and offers of it, to those that are not of the Seed of Christ, or of his mystical Body. 2. That this fountain is opened in the outward discoveries and offers of it, to those that Are not of the Seed of christ, or of his mystical Body. crd cst d n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31, p-acp d cst vbr xx pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc pp-f po31 j n1. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 96 Page 47
546 Christ hath a visible, as well as a spiritual seed: i. e. such as are only so in outward appearance; christ hath a visible, as well as a spiritual seed: i. e. such as Are only so in outward appearance; np1 vhz dt j, c-acp av c-acp dt j n1: uh. sy. d c-acp vbr av-j av p-acp j n1; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 96 Page 47
547 there is a Jew that is so outwardly, and one who is so inwardly. Now it is the visible Church of Christ which is the subject of the outward Dispensations of the Gospel, and exhibitions of Christ therein. there is a Jew that is so outwardly, and one who is so inwardly. Now it is the visible Church of christ which is the Subject of the outward Dispensations of the Gospel, and exhibitions of christ therein. pc-acp vbz dt np1 cst vbz av av-j, cc pi r-crq vbz av av-j. av pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vbz dt n-jn pp-f dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, cc n2 pp-f np1 av. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 96 Page 47
548 Christ is preached as well to Reprobates as to Elect; christ is preached as well to Reprobates as to Elect; np1 vbz vvn a-acp av p-acp n2-jn c-acp p-acp n1; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 96 Page 48
549 the Gospel is afforded, and the Grace of it offered, as well to those in whom it is a Savour of death, as to those to whom it becomes a Savour of life, 2 Cor. 2. 15, 16. The Apostle tells us, in Rom. 9. 6. All are not Israel that are of Israel. i. e. the Gospel is afforded, and the Grace of it offered, as well to those in whom it is a Savour of death, as to those to whom it becomes a Savour of life, 2 Cor. 2. 15, 16. The Apostle tells us, in Rom. 9. 6. All Are not Israel that Are of Israel. i. e. dt n1 vbz vvn, cc dt n1 pp-f pn31 vvd, c-acp av p-acp d p-acp ro-crq pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, a-acp p-acp d p-acp ro-crq pn31 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, crd np1 crd crd, crd dt n1 vvz pno12, p-acp np1 crd crd av-d vbr xx np1 cst vbr pp-f np1. sy. sy. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 96 Page 48
550 All do not belong to the true Seed, that have the external denomination: and yet these are they to whom the Ministration of the letter is equally afforded. All do not belong to the true Seed, that have the external denomination: and yet these Are they to whom the Ministration of the Letter is equally afforded. d vdb xx vvi p-acp dt j n1, cst vhb dt j n1: cc av d vbr pns32 p-acp ro-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz av-jn vvn. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 96 Page 48
551 3. This notwithstanding the direct aim, and great design of opening this fountain, is for the sake of those that are given to Christ. 3. This notwithstanding the Direct aim, and great Design of opening this fountain, is for the sake of those that Are given to christ. crd d p-acp dt j n1, cc j n1 pp-f vvg d n1, vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f d cst vbr vvn p-acp np1. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 97 Page 48
552 This is a great truth, though the carnal minds of natural men are prejudiced at it, This is a great truth, though the carnal minds of natural men Are prejudiced At it, d vbz dt j n1, cs dt j n2 pp-f j n2 vbr vvn p-acp pn31, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 97 Page 48
553 and engage in so many earnest cavils against it; and engage in so many earnest cavils against it; cc vvi p-acp av d n1 vvz p-acp pn31; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 97 Page 48
554 and it becomes a stone of stumbling and a rock of offence to them, yet it is fully asserted in the Word of God, and it becomes a stone of stumbling and a rock of offence to them, yet it is Fully asserted in the Word of God, cc pn31 vvz dt n1 pp-f vvg cc dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32, av pn31 vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 97 Page 48
555 and is necessary to be laid open in the Ministry of the Gospel. That then this truth may be cleared up, let us observe the following Propositions. and is necessary to be laid open in the Ministry of the Gospel. That then this truth may be cleared up, let us observe the following Propositions. cc vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. cst cs d n1 vmb vbi vvn a-acp, vvb pno12 vvi dt j-vvg n2. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 97 Page 48
556 1. That there is a select number of Adams ruined Posterity, whom God hath appointed to bring to eternal life by Christ. 1. That there is a select number of Adams ruined Posterity, whom God hath appointed to bring to Eternal life by christ. crd d a-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f npg1 vvn n1, ro-crq np1 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp j n1 p-acp np1. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 98 Page 48
557 We must begin here, if we would follow this grace down from the fountain of it. We must begin Here, if we would follow this grace down from the fountain of it. pns12 vmb vvi av, cs pns12 vmd vvi d n1 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 98 Page 48
558 Gods last end in this great affair was the exaltation of the glory of his Grace; but in the o•dering of the Media by which this was to be brought about there must be a subject in whom it is to be exalted: God's last end in this great affair was the exaltation of the glory of his Grace; but in the o•dering of the Media by which this was to be brought about there must be a Subject in whom it is to be exalted: npg1 ord n1 p-acp d j n1 vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 vvi; p-acp p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt fw-la p-acp r-crq d vbds pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pc-acp vmb vbi dt n-jn p-acp ro-crq pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn: (6) doctrine (DIV2) 98 Page 49
559 and that can be no other than a Creature that needed it. and that can be no other than a Creature that needed it. cc cst vmb vbi dx n-jn cs dt n1 cst vvd pn31. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 98 Page 49
560 This necessity man brought upon himself by his undoing Apostasy, out of the ruines whereof God would pick up such as should be made the monuments of it: This necessity man brought upon himself by his undoing Apostasy, out of the ruins whereof God would pick up such as should be made the monuments of it: d n1 n1 vvn p-acp px31 p-acp po31 n-vvg n1, av pp-f dt n2 c-crq np1 vmd vvi a-acp d c-acp vmd vbi vvn dt n2 pp-f pn31: (6) doctrine (DIV2) 98 Page 49
561 and these were not intended to be all, but only some, who are called his Chosen, those whom he hath given to Christ, those whose names are written in the Book of Life, and other like distinguishing notes, differencing them from the rest of mankind: and these were not intended to be all, but only Some, who Are called his Chosen, those whom he hath given to christ, those whose names Are written in the Book of Life, and other like distinguishing notes, differencing them from the rest of mankind: cc d vbdr xx vvn pc-acp vbi d, cc-acp av-j d, r-crq vbr vvn po31 vvn, d r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp np1, d rg-crq n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc j-jn j j-vvg n2, vvg pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (6) doctrine (DIV2) 98 Page 49
562 nor could this appointment be only general and conditional, for then it were improper to say, that their names were written, or that God knows who they are, but we are assured that he doth, 2 Tim 2. 19. 2. Hence it was for their sakes that Christ was prepared and appointed to be a fountain of life to them. nor could this appointment be only general and conditional, for then it were improper to say, that their names were written, or that God knows who they Are, but we Are assured that he does, 2 Tim 2. 19. 2. Hence it was for their sakes that christ was prepared and appointed to be a fountain of life to them. ccx vmd d n1 vbi av-j j cc j, c-acp cs pn31 vbdr j pc-acp vvi, cst po32 n2 vbdr vvn, cc d np1 vvz r-crq pns32 vbr, p-acp pns12 vbr vvn cst pns31 vdz, crd np1 crd crd crd av pn31 vbds p-acp po32 n2 cst np1 vbds vvn cc vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 98 Page 49
563 All mankind died in the first Transgression, Rom. 5. 12. By one man sin came into the world, and death by sin; All mankind died in the First Transgression, Rom. 5. 12. By one man since Come into the world, and death by since; d n1 vvd p-acp dt ord n1, np1 crd crd p-acp crd n1 n1 vvd p-acp dt n1, cc n1 p-acp n1; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 99 Page 49
564 so that death passed upon all men, for that all have sinned: so that death passed upon all men, for that all have sinned: av d n1 vvd p-acp d n2, c-acp cst d vhb vvn: (6) doctrine (DIV2) 99 Page 49
565 There must therefore a Well of Salvation be opened for the man, if ever he be restored to life again. There must Therefore a Well of Salvation be opened for the man, if ever he be restored to life again. a-acp vmb av dt n1 pp-f n1 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1, cs av pns31 vbb vvn p-acp n1 av. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 99 Page 49
566 The Son of God, barely considered as a Divine person, could not be so to Fallen man, The Son of God, barely considered as a Divine person, could not be so to Fallen man, dt n1 pp-f np1, av-j vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1, vmd xx vbi av p-acp j-vvn n1, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 99 Page 49
567 as the case stands between God and him. as the case Stands between God and him. c-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp np1 cc pno31. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 99 Page 49
568 He was capable of being made so, but there was a great deal to be done in this affair to bring it about; He was capable of being made so, but there was a great deal to be done in this affair to bring it about; pns31 vbds j pp-f vbg vvn av, cc-acp pc-acp vbds dt j n1 pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 99 Page 49
569 he must become a Surety for us; he must become a Surety for us; pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp pno12; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 99 Page 49
570 he must, as such, take our nature upon him, and in it put himself in our room, under the Law, he must, as such, take our nature upon him, and in it put himself in our room, under the Law, pns31 vmb, c-acp d, vvb po12 n1 p-acp pno31, cc p-acp pn31 vvd px31 p-acp po12 n1, p-acp dt n1, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 99 Page 50
571 and comport with the Sanctions of it; accordingly he must do and dy for us, and therein fulfil all righteousness; and comport with the Sanctions of it; accordingly he must do and die for us, and therein fulfil all righteousness; cc vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31; av-vvg pns31 vmb vdi cc vvi p-acp pno12, cc av vvi d n1; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 99 Page 50
572 and in that way he became able to save us to the uttermost ▪ God is therefore said to have made him all this, 1 Cor. 1. 30. Who of God is made to us wisdom, and in that Way he became able to save us to the uttermost ▪ God is Therefore said to have made him all this, 1 Cor. 1. 30. Who of God is made to us Wisdom, cc p-acp d n1 pns31 vvd j pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt j ▪ np1 vbz av vvn pc-acp vhi vvn pno31 d d, crd np1 crd crd r-crq pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp pno12 n1, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 99 Page 50
573 and righteousness, and Sanctification, and Redemption. and righteousness, and Sanctification, and Redemption. cc n1, cc n1, cc n1. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 99 Page 50
574 Now that which was designed in this was our Salvation, and therefore it had a peculiar respect to those whom he was to save; Now that which was designed in this was our Salvation, and Therefore it had a peculiar respect to those whom he was to save; av cst r-crq vbds vvn p-acp d vbds po12 n1, cc av pn31 vhd dt j n1 p-acp d r-crq pns31 vbds pc-acp vvi; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 99 Page 50
575 Christ therefore declares the very design of this, Joh. 17. 19. For their sakes do I Sanctifie my self; christ Therefore declares the very Design of this, John 17. 19. For their sakes do I Sanctify my self; np1 av vvz dt j n1 pp-f d, np1 crd crd p-acp po32 n2 vdb pns11 vvb po11 n1; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 99 Page 50
576 and it is a thing altogether unquestionable, that if it had not been for this, the Son of God had never taken this province upon him, and it is a thing altogether unquestionable, that if it had not been for this, the Son of God had never taken this province upon him, cc pn31 vbz dt n1 av j, cst cs pn31 vhd xx vbn p-acp d, dt n1 pp-f np1 vhd av-x vvn d n1 p-acp pno31, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 99 Page 50
577 and gone through it, as may be gathered from, Joh. 3. 17. God-sent not his Son into the world to condemn the World, and gone through it, as may be gathered from, John 3. 17. God-sent not his Son into the world to condemn the World, cc vvn p-acp pn31, c-acp vmb vbi vvn p-acp, np1 crd crd j xx po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 99 Page 50
578 but that the World through him might be saved. but that the World through him might be saved. cc-acp cst dt n1 p-acp pno31 vmd vbi vvn. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 99 Page 50
579 3. That the Gospel, in which this fountain is opened, was appointed to be the way of the communication of the vertue of it unto these. 3. That the Gospel, in which this fountain is opened, was appointed to be the Way of the communication of the virtue of it unto these. crd cst dt n1, p-acp r-crq d n1 vbz vvn, vbds vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp d. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 100 Page 50
580 It is not enough that there was a fulness of all Grace stored in Christ, It is not enough that there was a fullness of all Grace stored in christ, pn31 vbz xx av-d cst pc-acp vbds dt n1 pp-f d n1 vvn p-acp np1, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 100 Page 50
581 but there must be a derivation of the saving vertue of it, to all those that live by it. but there must be a derivation of the Saving virtue of it, to all those that live by it. cc-acp a-acp vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg n1 pp-f pn31, p-acp d d cst vvb p-acp pn31. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 100 Page 50
582 Now, though the spirit of God, to whom the Application of it belongeth, is he who derives it to us from Christ, Now, though the Spirit of God, to whom the Application of it belongeth, is he who derives it to us from christ, av, cs dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp ro-crq dt n1 pp-f pn31 vvz, vbz pns31 r-crq vvz pn31 p-acp pno12 p-acp np1, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 100 Page 50
583 yet he hath a way in which he so doth; and we are given to understand that this is by the Gospel: yet he hath a Way in which he so does; and we Are given to understand that this is by the Gospel: av pns31 vhz dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 av vdz; cc pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi cst d vbz p-acp dt n1: (6) doctrine (DIV2) 100 Page 50
584 and therefore the vertue of it is Metonymically assigned to the Gospel, which is called the power of God to Salvation, Rom. 1. 16. And the reason is, and Therefore the virtue of it is Metonymically assigned to the Gospel, which is called the power of God to Salvation, Rom. 1. 16. And the reason is, cc av dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, np1 crd crd cc dt n1 vbz, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 100 Page 51
585 because as it is to become ours, so God deals with us in bringing us to this faith, according to our nature, •s Reasonable Creatures, by shewing us our object, Because as it is to become ours, so God deals with us in bringing us to this faith, according to our nature, •s Reasonable Creatures, by showing us our Object, c-acp c-acp pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi png12, av np1 vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp vvg pno12 p-acp d n1, vvg p-acp po12 n1, vbz j n2, p-acp vvg pno12 po12 n1, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 100 Page 51
586 and the fulness and sufficiency of it; and the fullness and sufficiency of it; cc dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 100 Page 51
587 by discovering the terms of the Covenant, on which we may come to be interested in it; by discovering the terms of the Covenant, on which we may come to be interested in it; p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 100 Page 51
588 by setting before us all the incentives to move us to entertain it; all of which are discovered to us in and by the Gospel; by setting before us all the incentives to move us to entertain it; all of which Are discovered to us in and by the Gospel; p-acp vvg p-acp pno12 d dt n2-jn pc-acp vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi pn31; d pp-f r-crq vbr vvn p-acp pno12 a-acp cc p-acp dt n1; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 100 Page 51
589 for we are told, 2 Tim. 1. 10. Life and Immortality are brought to light by the Gospel. for we Are told, 2 Tim. 1. 10. Life and Immortality Are brought to Light by the Gospel. c-acp pns12 vbr vvn, crd np1 crd crd n1 cc n1 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 100 Page 51
590 When therefore God intends men Salvation, in the ordinary dispensation of himself to them, he makes use of the Gospel as a Medium by which he will apply himself to them. When Therefore God intends men Salvation, in the ordinary Dispensation of himself to them, he makes use of the Gospel as a Medium by which he will apply himself to them. c-crq av np1 vvz n2 n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f px31 p-acp pno32, pns31 vvz n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt fw-la p-acp r-crq pns31 vmb vvi px31 p-acp pno32. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 100 Page 51
591 4. Those to whom it is thus to be dispensed, live mixt among other men. 4. Those to whom it is thus to be dispensed, live mixed among other men. crd d p-acp ro-crq pn31 vbz av pc-acp vbi vvn, vvb vvn p-acp j-jn n2. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 101 Page 51
592 It is Gods good pleasure, that his Chosen shall be scattered up and down in the World, It is God's good pleasure, that his Chosen shall be scattered up and down in the World, pn31 vbz ng1 j n1, cst po31 j-vvn vmb vbi vvn a-acp cc a-acp p-acp dt n1, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 101 Page 51
593 and have their dwelling among those that are his Enemies; and have their Dwelling among those that Are his Enemies; cc vhb po32 n1 p-acp d cst vbr po31 n2; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 101 Page 51
594 he therefore calls them from the Lions dens, and from the mountains of the Leopards, Cant. 4. 8. There are indeed some places in the world that are wholly in darkness, he Therefore calls them from the Lions dens, and from the Mountains of the Leopards, Cant 4. 8. There Are indeed Some places in the world that Are wholly in darkness, pns31 av vvz pno32 p-acp dt ng1 n2, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2, np1 crd crd pc-acp vbr av d n2 p-acp dt n1 cst vbr av-jn p-acp n1, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 101 Page 51
595 and we know not of any of those that are given to Christ among them; but in other places they dwell one with another; and we know not of any of those that Are given to christ among them; but in other places they dwell one with Another; cc pns12 vvb xx pp-f d pp-f d cst vbr vvn p-acp np1 p-acp pno32; cc-acp p-acp j-jn n2 pns32 vvb pi p-acp n-jn; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 101 Page 51
596 in some places there are more, in others there are fewer of these, b• there are no places where Christ hath a Se• but there are wicked men dwelling with th• Godly. in Some places there Are more, in Others there Are fewer of these, b• there Are no places where christ hath a Se• but there Are wicked men Dwelling with th• Godly. p-acp d n2 pc-acp vbr n1, p-acp n2-jn pc-acp vbr d pp-f d, n1 pc-acp vbr dx n2 c-crq np1 vhz dt np1 p-acp a-acp vbr j n2 vvg p-acp n1 j. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 101 Page 52
597 The Apostle therefore tells us, th• we must go out of the world, if we would •• wholly separated from such, 1 Cor. 5. 10. An• we are acquainted that God hath some, who• he will sooner or later make sharers in th• benefit, in every Nation; The Apostle Therefore tells us, th• we must go out of the world, if we would •• wholly separated from such, 1 Cor. 5. 10. An• we Are acquainted that God hath Some, who• he will sooner or later make sharers in th• benefit, in every nation; dt n1 av vvz pno12, n1 pns12 vmb vvi av pp-f dt n1, cs pns12 vmd •• av-jn vvn p-acp d, crd np1 crd crd np1 pns12 vbr vvn cst np1 vhz d, n1 pns31 vmb av-c cc jc vvb n2 p-acp n1 n1, p-acp d n1; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 101 Page 52
598 Rev. 5. 9. Thou •• redeemed us to God by thy blood, out of ever• kindred and tongue, and people, and nation. Rev. 5. 9. Thou •• redeemed us to God by thy blood, out of ever• kindred and tongue, and people, and Nation. n1 crd crd pns21 •• j-vvn pno12 p-acp np1 p-acp po21 n1, av pp-f n1 n1 cc n1, cc n1, cc n1. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 101 Page 52
599 T• tares and the wheat must grow together till th• end of the world; T• tares and the wheat must grow together till th• end of the world; np1 fw-la cc dt n1 vmb vvi av p-acp n1 n1 pp-f dt n1; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 101 Page 52
600 then will a separation b• made between the one and the other, an• not till then, Mat. 13. 40, 41. And these n• only dwell together in one City or Town but oftentimes they live in the same house and ly in the same bed, Luk. 13. 34. There shall be two men in one b••, the one shall be t•ken and the other left. then will a separation b• made between the one and the other, an• not till then, Mathew 13. 40, 41. And these n• only dwell together in one city or Town but oftentimes they live in the same house and lie in the same Bed, Luk. 13. 34. There shall be two men in one b••, the one shall be t•ken and the other left. av vmb dt n1 n1 vvn p-acp dt crd cc dt n-jn, n1 xx c-acp av, np1 crd crd, crd cc d n1 av-j vvi av p-acp crd n1 cc n1 p-acp av pns32 vvb p-acp dt d n1 cc vvi p-acp dt d n1, np1 crd crd pc-acp vmb vbi crd n2 p-acp crd n1, dt pi vmb vbi vvn cc dt n-jn vvd. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 101 Page 52
601 5. That God hath appointed men, who are called by him unto it, to be the ordinary dispensers •• this Gospel. 5. That God hath appointed men, who Are called by him unto it, to be the ordinary dispensers •• this Gospel. crd cst np1 vhz vvn n2, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp pn31, pc-acp vbi dt j ng1 •• d n1. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 102 Page 52
602 He could indeed have done it immediately by his Spirit, or he could have employed the Glorious Angels in this Affair, wh• would have accounted it an honour thus •• minister for the heirs of Salvation: He could indeed have done it immediately by his Spirit, or he could have employed the Glorious Angels in this Affair, wh• would have accounted it an honour thus •• minister for the Heirs of Salvation: pns31 vmd av vhi vdn pn31 av-j p-acp po31 n1, cc pns31 vmd vhi vvn dt j n2 p-acp d n1, n1 vmd vhi vvn pn31 dt n1 av •• vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1: (6) doctrine (DIV2) 102 Page 52
603 but he hath Chosen this way in his wisdom, as that which is best accommodated for us, but he hath Chosen this Way in his Wisdom, as that which is best accommodated for us, cc-acp pns31 vhz vvn d n1 p-acp po31 n1, c-acp d r-crq vbz js vvn p-acp pno12, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 102 Page 52
604 and that wherein he will gain the greater glory to himself, according to, 2 Cor. 4 7. We have this treasure is earthen vessels, that the excellency of the power may be of God, and not of us. and that wherein he will gain the greater glory to himself, according to, 2 Cor. 4 7. We have this treasure is earthen vessels, that the excellency of the power may be of God, and not of us. cc cst c-crq pns31 vmb vvi dt jc n1 p-acp px31, vvg pc-acp, crd np1 crd crd pns12 vhb d n1 vbz j n2, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi pp-f np1, cc xx pp-f pno12. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 102 Page 53
605 It was for this end that Jesus Christ gave such gifts to men when he ascended, It was for this end that jesus christ gave such Gifts to men when he ascended, pn31 vbds p-acp d n1 cst np1 np1 vvd d n2 p-acp n2 c-crq pns31 vvd, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 102 Page 53
606 as Eph. 4. 10 &c. For the perfecting of the Saints, &c. And the Apostle gives us to understand, that ordinarily there is no other way for us to come to faith in Christ, as Ephesians 4. 10 etc. For the perfecting of the Saints, etc. And the Apostle gives us to understand, that ordinarily there is no other Way for us to come to faith in christ, c-acp np1 crd crd av p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f dt n2, av cc dt n1 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi, cst av-j a-acp vbz dx j-jn n1 p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp np1, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 102 Page 53
607 and obtain Salvation by him, Rom. 10. 14, 15. How shall they believe in him of whom they have not heard? and how shall they hear without a Preacher? and obtain Salvation by him, Rom. 10. 14, 15. How shall they believe in him of whom they have not herd? and how shall they hear without a Preacher? cc vvi n1 p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd, crd q-crq vmb pns32 vvi p-acp pno31 pp-f ro-crq pns32 vhb xx vvn? cc q-crq vmb pns32 vvi p-acp dt n1? (6) doctrine (DIV2) 102 Page 53
608 6. That these cannot distinguish between those that are given to Christ, and others. They are not acquainted with the secret counsels of God concerning men in particular; 6. That these cannot distinguish between those that Are given to christ, and Others. They Are not acquainted with the secret Counsels of God Concerning men in particular; crd cst d vmbx vvi p-acp d cst vbr vvn p-acp np1, cc n2-jn. pns32 vbr xx vvn p-acp dt j-jn n2 pp-f np1 vvg n2 p-acp j; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 103 Page 53
609 they find men equally lying in the rubbish of the Apostasy, and have not been admitted to look into the Lambs Book of Life, and there to read whose names stand upon record, they find men equally lying in the rubbish of the Apostasy, and have not been admitted to look into the Lambs Book of Life, and there to read whose names stand upon record, pns32 vvb n2 av-jn vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vhb xx vbn vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt ng1 n1 pp-f n1, cc a-acp pc-acp vvi rg-crq n2 vvb p-acp n1, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 103 Page 53
610 so as to apply themselves to them and to no other. so as to apply themselves to them and to no other. av c-acp pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp pno32 cc p-acp dx j-jn. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 103 Page 53
611 Those whom God hath purposed to shew his special Grace upon, are alike with others in their natural estate, being children of wrath as they, Eph. 2. 3. There is no difference between them in their frame and disposition, Rom. 3. 9. They are all under sin. Those whom God hath purposed to show his special Grace upon, Are alike with Others in their natural estate, being children of wrath as they, Ephesians 2. 3. There is no difference between them in their frame and disposition, Rom. 3. 9. They Are all under since. d r-crq np1 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi po31 j n1 p-acp, vbr av-j p-acp n2-jn p-acp po32 j n1, vbg n2 pp-f n1 c-acp pns32, np1 crd crd pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1, np1 crd crd pns32 vbr d p-acp n1. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 103 Page 53
612 In their natural state they are held under the power and dominion of their lusts, In their natural state they Are held under the power and dominion of their Lustiest, p-acp po32 j n1 pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n2, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 103 Page 53
613 and are as ill conditioned as the most, and possibly have run themselves into as great exorbitancies, Tit. 3. 3. We our selves were sometimes disobedient, serving divers lusts, &c. Nay, they may have • themselves so prodigiously against God, a• Christ, that these may doubt of them, a• object against them, and Are as ill conditioned as the most, and possibly have run themselves into as great Extravagancies, Tit. 3. 3. We our selves were sometime disobedient, serving diverse Lustiest, etc. Nay, they may have • themselves so prodigiously against God, a• christ, that these may doubt of them, a• Object against them, cc vbr a-acp j-jn vvn p-acp dt ds, cc av-j vhb vvn px32 p-acp a-acp j n2, np1 crd crd pns12 po12 n2 vbdr av j, vvg j n2, av uh-x, pns32 vmb vhi • px32 av av-j p-acp np1, n1 np1, cst d vmb vvi pp-f pno32, n1 n1 p-acp pno32, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 103 Page 54
614 so did Ananias, with r• spect to Paul, when God bad him to visit him Acts 9. 13. Lord, I have heard by many of t• man, so did Ananias, with r• specked to Paul, when God bade him to visit him Acts 9. 13. Lord, I have herd by many of t• man, av vdd np1, p-acp n1 vvn p-acp np1, c-crq np1 vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi pno31 n2 crd crd n1, pns11 vhb vvn p-acp d pp-f n1 n1, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 103 Page 54
615 how much evil he hath done to thy Saints • Jerusalem, &c. Before God cometh with h• power to accompany their ministry to effec• his Servants may meet with more discourag• ment from such whom God will bring ho• to himself by their Ministry at last, than fro• any others. how much evil he hath done to thy Saints • Jerusalem, etc. Before God comes with h• power to accompany their Ministry to effec• his Servants may meet with more discourag• meant from such whom God will bring ho• to himself by their Ministry At last, than fro• any Others. c-crq d n-jn pns31 vhz vdn p-acp po21 n2 • np1, av p-acp np1 vvz p-acp n1 n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp n1 po31 n2 vmb vvi p-acp dc n1 vvd p-acp d r-crq np1 vmb vvi n1 p-acp px31 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp ord, cs n1 d n2-jn. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 103 Page 54
616 7. Hence they are to open and offer this Gr• to all that hear them. It is true, those off• are to be made upon Gospel terms; 7. Hence they Are to open and offer this Gr• to all that hear them. It is true, those off• Are to be made upon Gospel terms; crd av pns32 vbr p-acp j cc vvi d np1 p-acp d cst vvb pno32. pn31 vbz j, d n1 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 n2; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 104 Page 54
617 they a• to preach it as a Covenant, and not only • tell Sinners that there is mercy to be had wi• God, they a• to preach it as a Covenant, and not only • tell Sinners that there is mercy to be had wi• God, pns32 n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1, cc xx av-j • vvb n2 cst pc-acp vbz n1 pc-acp vbi vhd n1 np1, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 104 Page 54
618 but to shew them in what way alo• they may come by it. but to show them in what Way alo• they may come by it. cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp r-crq n1 n1 pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pn31. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 104 Page 54
619 However they ar• thus to exhibit this fountain, and bid all without exception to come to it, they must ende• our to make all that hear them sensible o• their need of it, However they ar• thus to exhibit this fountain, and bid all without exception to come to it, they must ende• our to make all that hear them sensible o• their need of it, c-acp pns32 n1 av pc-acp vvi d n1, cc vvb d p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, pns32 vmb n1 po12 zz n1 d cst vvb pno32 j n1 po32 n1 pp-f pn31, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 104 Page 54
620 and then to give them all encouragement to come to it; and then to give them all encouragement to come to it; cc av pc-acp vvi pno32 d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 104 Page 54
621 they are to repeat their invitation to the thirsty to come t• the waters, Isa 55. 1. they are to tell the wea•ry and heavy laden; that if they do come, Christ will give them rest, Mat. 11. 28. They are to invite the most wicked, to set the hopes o• mercy before them, they Are to repeat their invitation to the thirsty to come t• the waters, Isaiah 55. 1. they Are to tell the wea•ry and heavy laden; that if they do come, christ will give them rest, Mathew 11. 28. They Are to invite the most wicked, to Set the hope's o• mercy before them, pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp dt j p-acp vvb n1 dt n2, np1 crd crd pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi dt j cc j vvn; cst cs pns32 vdb vvi, np1 vmb vvi pno32 vvi, np1 crd crd pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi dt av-ds j, pc-acp vvi dt n2 n1 n1 p-acp pno32, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 104 Page 54
622 and assure them that i• •ey comply with the proposals of the Gospel, they shall be welcome, and need not to •espair: and assure them that i• •ey comply with the proposals of the Gospel, they shall be welcome, and need not to •espair: cc vvb pno32 d n1 n1 vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, pns32 vmb vbi j-jn, cc vvb xx pc-acp vvi: (6) doctrine (DIV2) 104 Page 55
623 they are to tell the wicked, that if •e will forsake his way, and return to the Lord, •e will abundantly pardon, Isa. 55. 7. To let them •now that Christ came to save chief sinners, • Tim. 1. 15. Nor are there any sins or Sin•ers exempted but such as have committed •e unpardonable sin, which is hard to know, •nd ought not easily to be charged upon any. they Are to tell the wicked, that if •e will forsake his Way, and return to the Lord, •e will abundantly pardon, Isaiah 55. 7. To let them •now that christ Come to save chief Sinners, • Tim. 1. 15. Nor Are there any Sins or Sin•ers exempted but such as have committed •e unpardonable since, which is hard to know, •nd ought not Easily to be charged upon any. pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi dt j, cst cs n1 vmb vvi po31 n1, cc vvi p-acp dt n1, n1 vmb av-j vvi, np1 crd crd p-acp vvb pno32 vvi cst np1 vvd pc-acp vvi j-jn n2, • np1 crd crd ccx vbr pc-acp d n2 cc n2 vvn p-acp d c-acp vhb vvn av-dc j n1, r-crq vbz av-j pc-acp vvi, n1 vmd xx av-j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 104 Page 55
624 8. And there shall a glory red•und to God from •• those to whom this fountain is thus opened. 8. And there shall a glory red•und to God from •• those to whom this fountain is thus opened. crd cc pc-acp vmb dt n1 vvn p-acp np1 p-acp •• d p-acp ro-crq d n1 vbz av vvn. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 105 Page 55
625 It •s not to be expected, that all that are invited •ill come; It •s not to be expected, that all that Are invited •ill come; pn31 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn, cst d cst vbr vvn vmb vvi; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 105 Page 55
626 we read, Mat. 22. 5, 6. They made •ght of it, and went their mays, one to his farm, •nother to his Merchandize: we read, Mathew 22. 5, 6. They made •ght of it, and went their mays, one to his farm, •nother to his Merchandise: pns12 vvb, np1 crd crd, crd pns32 vvd av pp-f pn31, cc vvd po32 fw-fr, crd p-acp po31 n1, j-jn p-acp po31 n1: (6) doctrine (DIV2) 105 Page 55
627 and the remnant •ok his Servants and entreated them spitefully, •nd slew them. and the remnant •ok his Servants and entreated them spitefully, •nd slew them. cc dt n1 vvd po31 n2 cc vvd pno32 av-j, av-j vvd pno32. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 105 Page 55
628 There are some that will hear•ly accept of the Call, and come to Christ with all their hearts; There Are Some that will hear•ly accept of the Call, and come to christ with all their hearts; pc-acp vbr d cst vmb av-j vvi pp-f dt n1, cc vvb p-acp np1 p-acp d po32 n2; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 105 Page 55
629 and there are others who will bid him depart, and return •corn •nd contempt to all the invitations which he •ives them. and there Are Others who will bid him depart, and return •corn •nd contempt to all the invitations which he •ives them. cc pc-acp vbr n2-jn r-crq vmb vvi pno31 vvi, cc vvi n1 vvi n1 p-acp d dt n2 r-crq pns31 vvz pno32. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 105 Page 55
630 However God will be no loser •y these, either the one or the other. However God will be no loser •y these, either the one or the other. c-acp np1 vmb vbi dx n1 vvi d, d dt crd cc dt n-jn. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 105 Page 55
631 Despi•ers indeed will lose the benefit which they might have been made happy by, had they complied with the Treaty; Despi•ers indeed will loose the benefit which they might have been made happy by, had they complied with the Treaty; ng1 av vmb vvi dt n1 r-crq pns32 vmd vhi vbn vvn j p-acp, vhd pns32 vvn p-acp dt n1; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 105 Page 55
632 but God will make his word to obtain its end; but God will make his word to obtain its end; cc-acp np1 vmb vvi po31 n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 105 Page 55
633 Isa. 55. 11. M• word which goeth out of my mouth, it shall not return unto me void, Isaiah 55. 11. M• word which Goes out of my Mouth, it shall not return unto me void, np1 crd crd np1 n1 r-crq vvz av pp-f po11 n1, pn31 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno11 j, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 105 Page 55
634 but shall accomplish that which I please, &c. Paul longed for the Conversion of all his Hearers, but shall accomplish that which I please, etc. Paul longed for the Conversion of all his Hearers, cc-acp vmb vvi d r-crq pns11 vvb, av np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f d po31 n2, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 105 Page 56
635 but he found it fall out otherwise in many of them, not withstanding he comforted himself in this, that • labour should not be lost, but he found it fallen out otherwise in many of them, not withstanding he comforted himself in this, that • labour should not be lost, cc-acp pns31 vvd pn31 vvi av av p-acp d pp-f pno32, xx vvg pns31 vvd px31 p-acp d, cst • n1 vmd xx vbi vvn, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 105 Page 56
636 but God would glorified in the issue, whatever the effica• were, 2 Cor. 2. 15. We are unto God a sweet •vour of Christ, in them that are saved, and them that perish. but God would glorified in the issue, whatever the effica• were, 2 Cor. 2. 15. We Are unto God a sweet •vour of christ, in them that Are saved, and them that perish. cc-acp np1 vmd vvn p-acp dt n1, r-crq dt n1 vbdr, crd np1 crd crd pns12 vbr p-acp np1 dt j n1 pp-f np1, p-acp pno32 cst vbr vvn, cc pno32 cst vvb. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 105 Page 56
637 9. But yet if it had not been for this seed Christ, this fountain had not been thus open• Christ was exhibited for the discovery Gods Grace, 9. But yet if it had not been for this seed christ, this fountain had not been thus open• christ was exhibited for the discovery God's Grace, crd p-acp av cs pn31 vhd xx vbn p-acp d n1 np1, d n1 vhd xx vbn av n1 np1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 npg1 n1, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 106 Page 56
638 and though they that despise shall-smart for their so doing, yet the pri• design of sending the Gospel, and though they that despise shall-smart for their so doing, yet the pri• Design of sending the Gospel, cc cs pns32 cst vvb n1 p-acp po32 av vdg, av dt n1 n1 pp-f vvg dt n1, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 106 Page 56
639 and reveali• Christ in it unto any, is mans Salvation • him; and but for this there had been • Christ, and so no offer of him. and reveali• christ in it unto any, is men Salvation • him; and but for this there had been • christ, and so no offer of him. cc n1 np1 p-acp pn31 p-acp d, vbz ng1 n1 • pno31; cc p-acp p-acp d a-acp vhd vbn • np1, cc av dx n1 pp-f pno31. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 106 Page 56
640 Mans rela• on to the Covenant of Works, exposed him suficiently to Revenging Justice; the New Co•nant was for the display of Grace. If Go• sends his Gospel to any, it is because he ha• some there to be made partakers of his savin• mercy, this was the reason why Paul mu• tarry at Corinth, Acts 18 9, 10. Be not afrai• &c. for I have much people in this City; men rela• on to the Covenant of Works, exposed him sufficiently to Revenging justice; the New Co•nant was for the display of Grace. If Go• sends his Gospel to any, it is Because he ha• Some there to be made partakers of his savin• mercy, this was the reason why Paul mu• tarry At Corinth, Acts 18 9, 10. Be not afrai• etc. for I have much people in this city; ng1 n1 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvz, vvn pno31 av-j p-acp j-vvg n1; dt j n1 vbds p-acp dt vvi pp-f n1. cs np1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp d, pn31 vbz c-acp pns31 n1 d a-acp pc-acp vbi vvn n2 pp-f po31 n1 n1, d vbds dt n1 q-crq np1 n1 vvi p-acp np1, vvz crd crd, crd vbb xx n1 av c-acp pns11 vhb d n1 p-acp d n1; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 106 Page 56
641 an• we may suppose the reason why the Spirit for had him to preach the Word in Asia, an• we may suppose the reason why the Spirit for had him to preach the Word in Asia, n1 pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 c-crq dt n1 c-acp vhd pno31 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp np1, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 106 Page 56
642 and woul• not suffer him to go into Bythinia, Chap. 16. 6 7. was because there were none there to •• Converted by his Preaching. and woul• not suffer him to go into Bithynia, Chap. 16. 6 7. was Because there were none there to •• Converted by his Preaching. cc n1 xx vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, np1 crd crd crd vbds p-acp pc-acp vbdr pix a-acp pc-acp •• vvn p-acp po31 vvg. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 106 Page 56
643 10. Hence these, and only these shall partake • •e saving good of it. 10. Hence these, and only these shall partake • •e Saving good of it. crd av d, cc av-j d vmb vvi • vbr vvg j pp-f pn31. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 107 Page 57
644 Others partake in the •utward benefit of it, but through their sin, • turns to their greater Condemnation: Others partake in the •utward benefit of it, but through their since, • turns to their greater Condemnation: ng2-jn vvb p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31, cc-acp p-acp po32 n1, • vvz p-acp po32 jc n1: (6) doctrine (DIV2) 107 Page 57
645 but •hese are made to enjoy the efficacy of this •ountain, and all the vertue of it derives to •hem for their everlasting good: but •hese Are made to enjoy the efficacy of this •ountain, and all the virtue of it derives to •hem for their everlasting good: cc-acp n1 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc d dt n1 pp-f pn31 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp po32 j j: (6) doctrine (DIV2) 107 Page 57
646 and in this •egard it is opened only for them; i. e. for •heir real good in the event. and in this •egard it is opened only for them; i. e. for •heir real good in the event. cc p-acp d n1 pn31 vbz vvn av-j p-acp pno32; sy. sy. p-acp n1 j j p-acp dt n1. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 107 Page 57
647 It is indeed the •thers fault that they are not savingly bene•ted by it; It is indeed the •thers fault that they Are not savingly bene•ted by it; pn31 vbz av dt ng1 n1 cst pns32 vbr xx av-vvg j p-acp pn31; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 107 Page 57
648 but the peculiar grace and favour •f God appears to these, not only in afford•ng the fountain to be opened to them, but the peculiar grace and favour •f God appears to these, not only in afford•ng the fountain to be opened to them, cc-acp dt j n1 cc n1 n1 np1 vvz p-acp d, xx av-j p-acp vvg dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 107 Page 57
649 but •lso in bringing of them to it, and making •hem drink of it, and live for ever; but •lso in bringing of them to it, and making •hem drink of it, and live for ever; cc-acp av p-acp vvg pp-f pno32 p-acp pn31, cc vvg n1 n1 pp-f pn31, cc vvi p-acp av; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 107 Page 57
650 and it is •ertain, that there must be besides the out•ard offer of it to men by the Word and the Ministry of it, the powerful operation of the •pirit of God, to perswade and enable sinful •en thus to forsake their broken cisterns, at which they dwelt contentedly, and it is •ertain, that there must be beside the out•ard offer of it to men by the Word and the Ministry of it, the powerful operation of the •pirit of God, to persuade and enable sinful •en thus to forsake their broken cisterns, At which they dwelled contentedly, cc pn31 vbz j, cst a-acp vmb vbi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f pn31, dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi j n2 av pc-acp vvi po32 vvn n2, p-acp r-crq pns32 vvd n1, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 107 Page 57
651 and betake •hemselves to the fountain of living waters. Christ saith, Joh. 6 44. No man can come unto •e, and betake •hemselves to the fountain of living waters. christ Says, John 6 44. No man can come unto •e, cc vvi n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-vvg n2. np1 vvz, np1 crd crd dx n1 vmb vvi p-acp n1, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 107 Page 57
652 except the father which hath sent me, draw •im; except the father which hath sent me, draw •im; c-acp dt n1 r-crq vhz vvn pno11, vvb j; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 107 Page 57
653 and they are only those that did thus •elong to Christ in the Covenant of Redem•tion, to whom he so irresistably and efficaci•usly applies himself in bringing them over to Christ by faith; and they Are only those that did thus •elong to christ in the Covenant of Redem•tion, to whom he so irresistible and efficaci•usly Applies himself in bringing them over to christ by faith; cc pns32 vbr av-j d cst vdd av vvi p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp ro-crq pns31 av j cc av-j vvz px31 p-acp vvg pno32 a-acp p-acp np1 p-acp n1; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 107 Page 57
654 hence that, Joh. 10. 26. Ye •elieve not, because ye are not of my sheep. hence that, John 10. 26. You •elieve not, Because you Are not of my sheep. av cst, np1 crd crd pn22 vvb xx, c-acp pn22 vbr xx pp-f po11 n1. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 107 Page 57
655 And without doubt, all that it was thus opened for, shall in due time be made happy sharers in it, Joh. 6. 37. All that the father hath given • shall come unto me. And without doubt, all that it was thus opened for, shall in due time be made happy sharers in it, John 6. 37. All that the father hath given • shall come unto me. cc p-acp n1, d cst pn31 vbds av vvn p-acp, vmb p-acp j-jn n1 vbi vvn j n2 p-acp pn31, np1 crd crd av-d d dt n1 vhz vvn • vmb vvi p-acp pno11. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 107 Page 58
656 USE 1. We may here take notice of the •derful love of God to his Chosen in Christ. USE 1. We may Here take notice of the •derful love of God to his Chosen in christ. vvb crd pns12 vmb av vvi n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 j-vvn p-acp np1. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 108 Page 58
657 Wh• the Scripture attributes love to God, it po• to his good will in purposing good to be •stowed on them, Wh• the Scripture attributes love to God, it po• to his good will in purposing good to be •stowed on them, n1 dt n1 n2 vvb p-acp np1, pn31 n1 p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp vvg j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 108 Page 58
658 and making them that • appointed thereto to partake therein: and making them that • appointed thereto to partake therein: cc vvg pno32 cst • vvn av pc-acp vvi av: (6) doctrine (DIV2) 108 Page 58
659 and • love is looked upon to be greater or less, •cording to the things that are willed in it, • the benefit received by them: and • love is looked upon to be greater or less, •cording to the things that Are willed in it, • the benefit received by them: cc • vvb vbz vvn p-acp pc-acp vbi jc cc av-dc, vvg p-acp dt n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp pn31, • dt n1 vvn p-acp pno32: (6) doctrine (DIV2) 108 Page 58
660 and on this •count, God is said to love some of his Cr•tures more than others, in that he hath d• more for them, and on this •count, God is said to love Some of his Cr•tures more than Others, in that he hath d• more for them, cc p-acp d n1, np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi d pp-f po31 n2 av-dc cs n2-jn, p-acp cst pns31 vhz n1 n1 p-acp pno32, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 108 Page 58
661 and prepared greater blessi• to bestow on them. and prepared greater blessi• to bestow on them. cc vvd jc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 108 Page 58
662 There is a common lo• of God, in which the whole Creation is sharer, appearing in his benignity in bestowi• on them these favours by which they are pr•served, supplied, and comforted; There is a Common lo• of God, in which the Whole Creation is sharer, appearing in his benignity in bestowi• on them these favours by which they Are pr•served, supplied, and comforted; pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1, p-acp r-crq dt j-jn n1 vbz n1, vvg p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp pno32 d n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr vvn, vvn, cc vvn; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 108 Page 58
663 to this is • be referred that, Acts 14 17 He did good, a• gave us rain from heaven, to this is • be referred that, Acts 14 17 He did good, a• gave us rain from heaven, p-acp d vbz • vbi vvn cst, n2 crd crd pns31 vdd j, n1 vvd pno12 vvi p-acp n1, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 108 Page 58
664 and fruitful season filling our hearts with food and gladness; an• Chap. 17 25 He giveth to all life, and breat• and all things. and fruitful season filling our hearts with food and gladness; an• Chap. 17 25 He gives to all life, and breat• and all things. cc j n1 vvg po12 n2 p-acp n1 cc n1; n1 np1 crd crd pns31 vvz p-acp d n1, cc n1 cc d n2. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 108 Page 58
665 But then there is a special lo• which God hath for some of his Creature and that was in appointing, providing, But then there is a special lo• which God hath for Some of his Creature and that was in appointing, providing, p-acp av pc-acp vbz dt j n1 r-crq np1 vhz p-acp d pp-f po31 n1 cc d vbds p-acp vvg, vvg, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 108 Page 58
666 and opening this fountain for them, from whic• they may derive everlasting life. and opening this fountain for them, from whic• they may derive everlasting life. cc vvg d n1 p-acp pno32, p-acp n1 pns32 vmb vvi j n1. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 108 Page 58
667 This therefore is mentioned in the Gospel with an E•phasis, as if it were the only love, 1 Joh. 4 9 In this was the love of God manifested to us, &c. & Joh. 3. 16. God so loved the world, &c. Certainly then this love of God to those for whom it was prepared must be great beyond conception: This Therefore is mentioned in the Gospel with an E•phasis, as if it were the only love, 1 John 4 9 In this was the love of God manifested to us, etc. & John 3. 16. God so loved the world, etc. Certainly then this love of God to those for whom it was prepared must be great beyond conception: np1 av vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp cs pn31 vbdr dt j n1, crd np1 crd crd p-acp d vbds dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp pno12, av cc np1 crd crd np1 av vvd dt n1, av av-j av d n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d p-acp ro-crq pn31 vbds vvn vmb vbi j p-acp n1: (6) doctrine (DIV2) 108 Page 59
668 Paul thus signalizeth the love of Christ to him, Gal. 2. 20. Who loved me, and gave himself for me. Paul thus signalise the love of christ to him, Gal. 2. 20. Who loved me, and gave himself for me. np1 av vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd r-crq vvd pno11, cc vvd px31 p-acp pno11. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 108 Page 59
669 Now it is certain that this fountain was ordained for the saving benefit of those, and only those whom God ordained to eternal life by Christ; Now it is certain that this fountain was ordained for the Saving benefit of those, and only those whom God ordained to Eternal life by christ; av pn31 vbz j cst d n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f d, cc av-j d r-crq np1 vvd p-acp j n1 p-acp np1; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 108 Page 59
670 but for whose sake it had never been. but for whose sake it had never been. cc-acp p-acp rg-crq n1 pn31 vhd av-x vbn. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 108 Page 59
671 And though such to whom this fountain is opened in the Dispensation of the Gospel, are by vertue of it priviledged singularly above others, And though such to whom this fountain is opened in the Dispensation of the Gospel, Are by virtue of it privileged singularly above Others, cc cs d p-acp ro-crq d n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbr p-acp n1 pp-f pn31 vvn av-j p-acp n2-jn, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 108 Page 59
672 as Psal. 147. •0. He hath not dealt so by any Nation, &c. Yet the specialty of it appears in respect of those to whom it is applied by the Spirit, as Psalm 147. •0. He hath not dealt so by any nation, etc. Yet the specialty of it appears in respect of those to whom it is applied by the Spirit, c-acp np1 crd j. pns31 vhz xx vvn av p-acp d n1, av av dt n1 pp-f pn31 vvz p-acp n1 pp-f d p-acp ro-crq pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 108 Page 59
673 and they are made to drink of it, and to live by it; for to these only it becomes effectual in regard of the great design of it: and they Are made to drink of it, and to live by it; for to these only it becomes effectual in regard of the great Design of it: cc pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi pp-f pn31, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31; c-acp p-acp d av-j pn31 vvz j p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f pn31: (6) doctrine (DIV2) 108 Page 59
674 and these are only the Israel of God, his Chosen and Called. and these Are only the Israel of God, his Chosen and Called. cc d vbr av-j dt np1 pp-f np1, po31 j-vvn cc vvn. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 108 Page 59
675 For though it is Ministerially opened to others, yet spiritually it is to them a sealed fountain, For though it is Ministerially opened to Others, yet spiritually it is to them a sealed fountain, p-acp cs pn31 vbz av-jn vvn p-acp n2-jn, av av-j pn31 vbz p-acp pno32 dt j-vvn n1, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 108 Page 59
676 and they participate not in the vertue of it. and they participate not in the virtue of it. cc pns32 vvb xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 108 Page 59
677 How infinitely then are these beholden to God for Christ? and what praise and thanksgiving ought they to be ever celebrating their gratiude to him withal, for this benefit? How infinitely then Are these beholden to God for christ? and what praise and thanksgiving ought they to be ever celebrating their gratiude to him withal, for this benefit? c-crq av-j av vbr d vvi p-acp np1 p-acp np1? cc q-crq n1 cc n1 vmd pns32 pc-acp vbi av vvg po32 n1 p-acp pno31 av, c-acp d n1? (6) doctrine (DIV2) 108 Page 59
678 USE II. Learn hence how vain a thing it is for any to boast and be confident, in that they enjoy the outward Gospel Dispensations. USE II Learn hence how vain a thing it is for any to boast and be confident, in that they enjoy the outward Gospel Dispensations. vvb crd np1 av c-crq j dt n1 pn31 vbz p-acp d pc-acp vvi cc vbi j, p-acp cst pns32 vvb dt j n1 n2. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 109 Page 60
679 True, G• doth favour such more than he doth the• that sit in the dark, and have no Gospel li•• shining among them; True, G• does favour such more than he does the• that fit in the dark, and have no Gospel li•• shining among them; j, np1 vdz vvi d dc cs pns31 vdz n1 d vvb p-acp dt j, cc vhb dx n1 n1 vvg p-acp pno32; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 109 Page 60
680 and they owe him gr•• thanks for such a favour, because by it th• are nearer Salvation, as to the means; and they owe him gr•• thanks for such a favour, Because by it th• Are nearer Salvation, as to the means; cc pns32 vvb pno31 n1 vvz p-acp d dt n1, c-acp p-acp pn31 n1 vbr jc n1, c-acp p-acp dt n2; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 109 Page 60
681 th• fountain is brought to them, and if they p•rish for all, it will be their own sault: th• fountain is brought to them, and if they p•rish for all, it will be their own salt: n1 n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno32, cc cs pns32 vvb p-acp d, pn31 vmb vbi po32 d n1: (6) doctrine (DIV2) 109 Page 60
682 how•ver this outward priviledge doth not giv• them the security of Salvation. how•ver this outward privilege does not giv• them the security of Salvation. av d j n1 vdz xx n1 pno32 dt n1 pp-f n1. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 109 Page 60
683 There a• multitudes that dy of thirst, notwithstandi•• the fountain is before them, and they a• invited to d•ink of it, There a• Multitudes that die of thirst, notwithstandi•• the fountain is before them, and they a• invited to d•ink of it, a-acp n1 n2 cst vvb pp-f n1, n1 dt n1 vbz p-acp pno32, cc pns32 n1 vvd pc-acp vvi pp-f pn31, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 109 Page 60
684 and live, becau• they will not make use of it; and live, becau• they will not make use of it; cc vvi, n1 pns32 vmb xx vvi n1 pp-f pn31; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 109 Page 60
685 they will 〈 ◊ 〉 come to Christ that they might have life, J• 5. 40. They leave it for their broken cister• which will not afford one drop of the w•ters of life to them; they will 〈 ◊ 〉 come to christ that they might have life, J• 5. 40. They leave it for their broken cister• which will not afford one drop of the w•ters of life to them; pns32 vmb 〈 sy 〉 vvb p-acp np1 cst pns32 vmd vhi n1, np1 crd crd pns32 vvb pn31 p-acp po32 vvn n1 r-crq vmb xx vvi crd n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 109 Page 60
686 and if they drink n•ver so large draugh•s thereof, it will n• que•ch their appetites. and if they drink n•ver so large draugh•s thereof, it will n• que•ch their appetites. cc cs pns32 vvb av av j n2 av, pn31 vmb n1 vvi po32 n2. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 109 Page 60
687 Boast not then o• your priviledges, unless God hath given yo• an heart to improve them Think of th• awful observa•ion ▪ Deut. 29. 2, 3, 4. Ye ba•• seen all, &c yet the Lord hath not given •• an heart to perceive, Boast not then o• your privileges, unless God hath given yo• an heart to improve them Think of th• awful observa•ion ▪ Deuteronomy 29. 2, 3, 4. the ba•• seen all, etc. yet the Lord hath not given •• an heart to perceive, n1 xx av n1 po22 n2, cs np1 vhz vvn n1 dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi pp-f n1 j n1 ▪ np1 crd crd, crd, crd dt n1 vvn d, av av dt n1 vhz xx vvn •• dt n1 pc-acp vvi, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 109 Page 60
688 and eyes to see, and 〈 ◊ 〉 to hear unto this day. and eyes to see, and 〈 ◊ 〉 to hear unto this day. cc n2 pc-acp vvi, cc 〈 sy 〉 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 109 Page 60
689 Think not that li• is secured to you by this, or that becau• God hath savoured you with the Gosp• you are safe, Think not that li• is secured to you by this, or that becau• God hath savoured you with the Gosp• you Are safe, vvb xx d n1 vbz vvn p-acp pn22 p-acp d, cc d n1 np1 vhz vvn pn22 p-acp dt np1 pn22 vbr j, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 109 Page 60
690 or secure of Salvation by i• you may prove despisers, and then yo• guilt and condemnation will be the greate• for none equally suff•r Gods wrath, with those •o who• a Christ hath been offered, and they •eglected him. or secure of Salvation by i• you may prove despisers, and then yo• guilt and condemnation will be the greate• for none equally suff•r God's wrath, with those •o who• a christ hath been offered, and they •eglected him. cc j pp-f n1 p-acp n1 pn22 vmb vvi n2, cc av n1 n1 cc n1 vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp pix av-jn j ng1 n1, p-acp d vdb n1 dt np1 vhz vbn vvn, cc pns32 vvd pno31. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 109 Page 61
691 God will call those whom he pleas••, to receive Christ, and live by him; God will call those whom he pleas••, to receive christ, and live by him; np1 vmb vvi d r-crq pns31 n1, pc-acp vvi np1, cc vvi p-acp pno31; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 109 Page 61
692 the Saving vertue of the Gospel shall not be •ost, although you put it from you, and perish. the Saving virtue of the Gospel shall not be •ost, although you put it from you, and perish. dt j-vvg n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb xx vbi vvn, cs pn22 vvb pn31 p-acp pn22, cc vvi. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 109 Page 61
693 B• not then high minded, but fear. B• not then high minded, but Fear. n1 xx av av-j vvn, cc-acp vvb. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 109 Page 61
694 USE. III. We here see of what great importance it is for us all to make our Calling and E〈 ◊ 〉 sure ▪ It certainly is a duty incumbent on all, USE. III. We Here see of what great importance it is for us all to make our Calling and E〈 ◊ 〉 sure ▪ It Certainly is a duty incumbent on all, vvb. np1. pns12 av vvb pp-f r-crq j n1 pn31 vbz p-acp pno12 d p-acp vvb po12 vvg cc np1 sy 〉 av-j ▪ pn31 av-j vbz dt n1 vvn p-acp d, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 110 Page 61
695 and therefore we are called upon to use ••iligence in it, 2 Pet. 1. 10. Surely it infinitely concerns all the Children of fallen Adam to •et a title to the fountain of life, and Therefore we Are called upon to use ••iligence in it, 2 Pet. 1. 10. Surely it infinitely concerns all the Children of fallen Adam to •et a title to the fountain of life, cc av pns12 vbr vvn p-acp pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pn31, crd np1 crd crd np1 pn31 av-j vvz d dt n2 pp-f vvn np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 110 Page 61
696 and take care that they be not mistaken about it. and take care that they be not mistaken about it. cc vvb n1 cst pns32 vbb xx vvn p-acp pn31. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 110 Page 61
697 It is not enough to give an Historical credit to the truths of the Gospel, wherein we are told that Jesus Christ is an Alsufficient Saviour, It is not enough to give an Historical credit to the truths of the Gospel, wherein we Are told that jesus christ is an All-sufficient Saviour, pn31 vbz xx av-d pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, c-crq pns12 vbr vvn cst np1 np1 vbz dt j n1, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 110 Page 61
698 and that all Life and Salvation is fountained in him; and that all Life and Salvation is fountained in him; cc cst d n1 cc n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno31; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 110 Page 61
699 though this credit is also necessary in order to our coming to ▪ and believing on him: though this credit is also necessary in order to our coming to ▪ and believing on him: cs d n1 vbz av j p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n-vvg p-acp ▪ cc j-vvg p-acp pno31: (6) doctrine (DIV2) 110 Page 61
700 but our concern is to know whether we are sharers in it, whether it be made ours, but our concern is to know whither we Are sharers in it, whither it be made ours, cc-acp po12 vvb vbz pc-acp vvi cs pns12 vbr n2 p-acp pn31, cs pn31 vbb vvn png12, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 110 Page 61
701 and shall assuredly afford us Salvation. It is evident that we are all perishing in our natural state; and shall assuredly afford us Salvation. It is evident that we Are all perishing in our natural state; cc vmb av-vvn vvi pno12 n1. pn31 vbz j cst pns12 vbr av-d vvg p-acp po12 j n1; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 110 Page 61
702 that this world is a thirsty and dry wilderness, where there is no water of life; that this world is a thirsty and dry Wilderness, where there is no water of life; cst d n1 vbz dt j cc j n1, c-crq pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f n1; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 110 Page 61
703 that all saving good is laid up in Christ, as in a fountain; that all to whom he is offered, do not accept o• him; that all Saving good is laid up in christ, as in a fountain; that all to whom he is offered, do not accept o• him; cst d vvg av-j vbz vvn a-acp p-acp np1, c-acp p-acp dt n1; cst d p-acp ro-crq pns31 vbz vvn, vdb xx vvi n1 pno31; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 110 Page 61
704 that many who pretend to receive him, will be found Hypocrites and sel• 〈 ◊ 〉; that many who pretend to receive him, will be found Hypocrites and sel• 〈 ◊ 〉; cst d r-crq vvb pc-acp vvi pno31, vmb vbi vvn n2 cc n1 〈 sy 〉; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 110 Page 62
705 that to be 〈 ◊ 〉 taken in this affair another day, will be 〈 ◊ 〉 Creatures undoing; that to be 〈 ◊ 〉 taken in this affair Another day, will be 〈 ◊ 〉 Creatures undoing; cst pc-acp vbi 〈 sy 〉 vvn p-acp d n1 j-jn n1, vmb vbi 〈 sy 〉 n2 n-vvg; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 110 Page 62
706 that none have any Clai•• to this but the Seed of Christ, and Children 〈 ◊ 〉 the Church Mystical. See then that this found•tion is laid in you. that none have any Clai•• to this but the Seed of christ, and Children 〈 ◊ 〉 the Church Mystical. See then that this found•tion is laid in you. cst pix vhb d np1 p-acp d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc n2 〈 sy 〉 dt n1 j. vvb av cst d n1 vbz vvn p-acp pn22. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 110 Page 62
707 Christ tells us in Ma• 7. 22, 23. Many will say unto me in that 〈 ◊ 〉 Lord, Lord, &c. and then I will profess unto the• I never knew you, depart from me ye workers • Iniquity. christ tells us in Ma• 7. 22, 23. Many will say unto me in that 〈 ◊ 〉 Lord, Lord, etc. and then I will profess unto the• I never knew you, depart from me you workers • Iniquity. np1 vvz pno12 p-acp np1 crd crd, crd av-d vmb vvi p-acp pno11 p-acp d 〈 sy 〉 n1, n1, av cc av pns11 vmb vvi p-acp n1 pns11 av-x vvd pn22, vvb p-acp pno11 pn22 n2 • n1. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 110 Page 62
708 Take heed of being found in th• number, in the day of accounts: Take heed of being found in th• number, in the day of accounts: vvb n1 pp-f vbg vvn p-acp n1 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2: (6) doctrine (DIV2) 110 Page 62
709 it will be • aggravated misery to lose an hope that y• pleased your selves withall here, it will be • aggravated misery to loose an hope that y• pleased your selves withal Here, pn31 vmb vbi • vvd n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 cst n1 vvd po22 n2 av av, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 110 Page 62
710 because it w• a false one. Because it w• a false one. c-acp pn31 n1 dt j pi. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 110 Page 62
711 USE IV. Here is matter of Encouragment • awakened Sinners that sit under •he Gospel ▪ A• there any whose thirsty Souls, not only cra• after happiness ▪ but find no satisfaction in tho• objects which sin hath diverted men unto ▪ you ▪ find your misery, in that you perish wit• out the waters of li•e, USE IV. Here is matter of Encouragement • awakened Sinners that fit under •he Gospel ▪ A• there any whose thirsty Souls, not only cra• After happiness ▪ but find no satisfaction in tho• objects which since hath diverted men unto ▪ you ▪ find your misery, in that you perish wit• out the waters of li•e, vvb np1 av vbz n1 pp-f n1 • vvn n2 cst vvb p-acp j n1 ▪ n1 a-acp d r-crq j n2, xx av-j n1 p-acp n1 ▪ cc-acp vvb dx n1 p-acp n1 n2 r-crq n1 vhz vvn n2 p-acp ▪ pn22 ▪ vvb po22 n1, p-acp cst pn22 vvb n1 av dt n2 pp-f n1, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 111 Page 62
712 and that this wilderne• will afford none, and are thereupon inquisitiv• after Christ, o• whom you have heard a repo• that he is one that can do it for you: and that this wilderne• will afford none, and Are thereupon inquisitiv• After christ, o• whom you have herd a repo• that he is one that can do it for you: cc cst d n1 vmb vvi pix, cc vbr av n1 p-acp np1, n1 ro-crq pn22 vhb vvn dt n1 cst pns31 vbz pi cst vmb vdi pn31 p-acp pn22: (6) doctrine (DIV2) 111 Page 62
713 to suc• this truth speaks seasonably and comfortabl• Here is a Well of Salvation opened ▪ in this d• and thirsty land, i•s waters are healing and s•tisfying; to suc• this truth speaks seasonably and comfortabl• Here is a Well of Salvation opened ▪ in this d• and thirsty land, i•s waters Are healing and s•tisfying; p-acp n1 d n1 vvz av-j cc n1 av vbz dt av pp-f n1 vvn ▪ p-acp d n1 cc j n1, j n2 vbr vvg cc vvg; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 111 Page 62
714 there is enough of them, there is fountain, and it can never fail. there is enough of them, there is fountain, and it can never fail. pc-acp vbz d pp-f pno32, pc-acp vbz n1, cc pn31 vmb av-x vvi. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 111 Page 62
715 And not on• are you comprehended in the general invita• •given to all where the Gospel is Preached, •t it is the special direction of it that is given • such as you, And not on• Are you comprehended in the general invita• •given to all where the Gospel is Preached, •t it is the special direction of it that is given • such as you, cc xx n1 vbr pn22 vvn p-acp dt j n1 vvn p-acp d c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, vvb pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f pn31 cst vbz vvn • d c-acp pn22, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 111 Page 63
716 and all encouragment joyned •ith it • the weary and heavy laden are single• •t in it, Math. 11. 28. The poor and needy, and all encouragement joined •ith it • the weary and heavy laden Are single• •t in it, Math. 11. 28. The poor and needy, cc d n1 vvn av pn31 • dt j cc j vvn vbr n1 vvn p-acp pn31, np1 crd crd dt j cc j, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 111 Page 63
717 and •c• whose eyes fuil them, are remembred with a •acious promise, Isa. 41. 17. And indeed, the 〈 ◊ 〉 in which God perswades and allures pe•hing Sinners to come to Christ, is by touch〈 ◊ 〉 their Consciences, and •c• whose eyes fuil them, Are remembered with a •acious promise, Isaiah 41. 17. And indeed, the 〈 ◊ 〉 in which God persuades and allures pe•hing Sinners to come to christ, is by touch〈 ◊ 〉 their Consciences, cc n1 rg-crq n2 zz pno32, vbr vvn p-acp dt j n1, np1 crd crd cc av, dt 〈 sy 〉 p-acp r-crq np1 vvz cc vvz n1 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, vbz p-acp n1 sy 〉 po32 n2, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 111 Page 63
718 and making them ap•hensive of their woful misery in themselves, 〈 ◊ 〉 their helplessness any where else that so •e revelation of Christ to them may be very •lcome, and making them ap•hensive of their woeful misery in themselves, 〈 ◊ 〉 their helplessness any where Else that so •e Revelation of christ to them may be very •lcome, cc vvg pno32 j pp-f po32 j n1 p-acp px32, 〈 sy 〉 po32 n1 d q-crq av cst av j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32 vmb vbi av j-jn, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 111 Page 63
719 as showers of rain are to the weary •lderness, that is parched. as showers of rain Are to the weary •lderness, that is parched. c-acp n2 pp-f n1 vbr p-acp dt j n1, cst vbz vvn. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 111 Page 63
720 You have great •son then to hope in his Grace, and according• to adventure your selves upon it; You have great •son then to hope in his Grace, and according• to adventure your selves upon it; pn22 vhb j n1 cs p-acp vvb p-acp po31 n1, cc n1 pc-acp vvi po22 n2 p-acp pn31; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 111 Page 63
721 for if •od be opening of your hearts to receive •rist, it is because he intends to fill them with •m; for if •od be opening of your hearts to receive •rist, it is Because he intends to fill them with •m; c-acp cs n1 vbb vvg pp-f po22 n2 pc-acp vvi n1, pn31 vbz c-acp pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 111 Page 63
722 and the emptying you of every other •ing, is a step to that. USE. V. Let this quicken the Children of God; and the emptying you of every other •ing, is a step to that. USE. V. Let this quicken the Children of God; cc dt n-vvg pn22 pp-f d j-jn n1, vbz dt n1 p-acp d. n1. np1 vvb d vvi dt n2 pp-f np1; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 111 Page 63
723 〈 ◊ 〉 make a free and full Improvement of this foun•in for all the ends of it. 〈 ◊ 〉 make a free and full Improvement of this foun•in for all the ends of it. 〈 sy 〉 vvi dt j cc j n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f pn31. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 112 Page 63
724 The usefulness of it •tends to all the necessities of your Souls; The usefulness of it •tends to all the necessities of your Souls; dt n1 pp-f pn31 vvz p-acp d dt n2 pp-f po22 n2; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 112 Page 63
725 〈 ◊ 〉 is no relief that you can need, but here •may be fully supplyed: 〈 ◊ 〉 is no relief that you can need, but Here •may be Fully supplied: 〈 sy 〉 vbz dx n1 cst pn22 vmb vvi, cc-acp av n1 vbi av-j vvd: (6) doctrine (DIV2) 112 Page 63
726 and your occasions •e such as call you every day to come to it. and your occasions •e such as call you every day to come to it. cc po22 n2 vbr d c-acp vvb pn22 d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 112 Page 63
727 •ou go any whither else to get them suppli〈 … 〉 you will return 〈 ◊ 〉, God hath opened this fountain to you; •ou go any whither Else to get them suppli〈 … 〉 you will return 〈 ◊ 〉, God hath opened this fountain to you; n1 vvb d q-crq av pc-acp vvi pno32 n1 … 〉 pn22 vmb vvi 〈 sy 〉, np1 vhz vvn d n1 p-acp pn22; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 112 Page 64
728 he hath rolled the s• from the mouth of it; he hath planted you it; he hath rolled the s• from the Mouth of it; he hath planted you it; pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; pns31 vhz vvn pn22 pn31; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 112 Page 64
729 and is from time to time drawing these waters, and presenting them to you his holy Ordinances: and is from time to time drawing these waters, and presenting them to you his holy Ordinances: cc vbz p-acp n1 p-acp n1 vvg d n2, cc vvg pno32 p-acp pn22 po31 j n2: (6) doctrine (DIV2) 112 Page 64
730 why then should use them sparingly? they are your own, • hath given them you freely, why then should use them sparingly? they Are your own, • hath given them you freely, c-crq av vmd vvi pno32 av-vvg? pns32 vbr po22 d, • vhz vvn pno32 pn22 av-j, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 112 Page 64
731 and he bids • to drink of them abundantly. You may ti• complain of your pinching want; and he bids • to drink of them abundantly. You may ti• complain of your pinching want; cc pns31 vvz • pc-acp vvb pp-f pno32 av-j. pn22 vmb n1 vvi pp-f po22 j-vvg n1; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 112 Page 64
732 you th• and Oh! that you could have a satisf• draught; you th• and Oh! that you could have a satisf• draught; pn22 n1 cc uh cst pn22 vmd vhi dt n1 n1; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 112 Page 64
733 why then do you stand off? W• question your title, doubt whether you • make use of your own, why then do you stand off? W• question your title, doubt whither you • make use of your own, q-crq av vdb pn22 vvi a-acp? n1 vvb po22 n1, vvb cs pn22 • vvi n1 pp-f po22 d, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 112 Page 64
734 and live upon it • greatest contentment? Oh this Unbelief! • to God to cure you of it; and live upon it • greatest contentment? O this Unbelief! • to God to cure you of it; cc vvi p-acp pn31 • js n1? uh d n1! • pc-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pn22 pp-f pn31; (6) doctrine (DIV2) 112 Page 64
735 and endeavou• improve all the encouragement that he • given you, to make you, with holy bold• at all times come to him, and endeavou• improve all the encouragement that he • given you, to make you, with holy bold• At all times come to him, cc n1 vvb d dt n1 cst pns31 • vvn pn22, pc-acp vvi pn22, p-acp j n1 p-acp d n2 vvb p-acp pno31, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 112 Page 64
736 and bring your ve• with you, that they may be filled. and bring your ve• with you, that they may be filled. cc vvb po22 n1 p-acp pn22, cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 112 Page 64
737 The m• you thus do, the more you will please h• and the more happy and delightful will y• Pilgrimage be to you, The m• you thus do, the more you will please h• and the more happy and delightful will y• Pilgrimage be to you, dt n1 pn22 av vdi, dt av-dc pn22 vmb vvi n1 cc dt av-dc j cc j n1 n1 n1 vbi p-acp pn22, (6) doctrine (DIV2) 112 Page 64
738 and the more abundan• will you praise and glorifie God for this speakable gift. and the more abundan• will you praise and Glorify God for this speakable gift. cc dt av-dc n1 vmb pn22 vvi cc vvi np1 p-acp d j n1. (6) doctrine (DIV2) 112 Page 64
739 DOCTRINE IV. The great design of Opening this fountain to G• People, is for Sin, and for Uncleanness. DOCTRINE IV. The great Design of Opening this fountain to G• People, is for since, and for Uncleanness. n1 np1 dt j n1 pp-f vvg d n1 p-acp np1 n1, vbz p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 112 Page 64
740 THis is directly expressed in our T• There are three things mainly inc•ed in this Doctrine: viz. THis is directly expressed in our T• There Are three things mainly inc•ed in this Doctrine: viz. d vbz av-j vvn p-acp po12 np1 pc-acp vbr crd n2 av-j vvn p-acp d n1: n1 (7) doctrine (DIV2) 113 Page 64
741 1. That it was the sin and uncleanness of ••, that gave the occasion for the opening this Fountain. 1. That it was the since and uncleanness of ••, that gave the occasion for the opening this Fountain. crd cst pn31 vbds dt n1 cc n1 pp-f ••, cst vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n-vvg d n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 114 Page 65
742 2. That the great usefulness of this Foun•n, is for the taking away of the sin and •cleanness that man hath contracted. 2. That the great usefulness of this Foun•n, is for the taking away of the since and •cleanness that man hath contracted. crd cst dt j n1 pp-f d n1, vbz p-acp dt n-vvg av pp-f dt n1 cc n1 cst n1 vhz vvn. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 115 Page 65
743 3. That where this Fountain is savingly •plied, it shall take away the Sin and Un•anness of the People of God. 3. That where this Fountain is savingly •plied, it shall take away the since and Un•anness of the People of God. crd cst c-crq d n1 vbz av-vvg vvn, pn31 vmb vvi av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 116 Page 65
744 These then •ay be briefly, and yet distinctly taken into •••sideration. These then •ay be briefly, and yet distinctly taken into •••sideration. np1 av vmb vbi av-j, cc av av-j vvn p-acp n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 116 Page 65
745 1. That it was the sin and uncleanness of man, •• gave the occasion for the Opening of th•s ••tain. 1. That it was the since and uncleanness of man, •• gave the occasion for the Opening of th•s ••tain. crd cst pn31 vbds dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, •• vvd dt n1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f n2 j. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 117 Page 65
746 We must here distinguish between cause and an occasion. We must Here distinguish between cause and an occasion. pns12 vmb av vvi p-acp n1 cc dt n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 117 Page 65
747 They go too far, he assign a Causality in sin to the coming • Christ in the Flesh, They go too Far, he assign a Causality in since to the coming • christ in the Flesh, pns32 vvb av av-j, pns31 vvb dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n-vvg • np1 p-acp dt n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 117 Page 65
748 and his working out • Salvation for us: and his working out • Salvation for us: cc po31 vvg av • n1 p-acp pno12: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 117 Page 65
749 for though, as will anon • considered, if it had not been for this, he •d not so come, for though, as will anon • considered, if it had not been for this, he •d not so come, c-acp cs, c-acp vmb av • vvn, cs pn31 vhd xx vbn p-acp d, pns31 vmd xx av vvn, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 117 Page 65
750 yet there cannot properly • assigned any causality in this to such an •ect: yet there cannot properly • assigned any causality in this to such an •ect: av a-acp vmbx av-j • j-vvn d n1 p-acp d p-acp d dt n1: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 117 Page 65
751 and they who so think, do not rightly •sider the order and causes of Gods Works • Efficiency. and they who so think, do not rightly •sider the order and Causes of God's Works • Efficiency. cc pns32 r-crq av vvb, vdb xx av-jn vvi dt n1 cc n2 pp-f n2 vvz • n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 117 Page 65
752 They that ascribe a causality • it, reckon it to be an impulsive cause, or a •otive on the mind of God to send his Son •to the world on this Errand: They that ascribe a causality • it, reckon it to be an impulsive cause, or a •otive on the mind of God to send his Son •to the world on this Errand: pns32 cst vvb dt n1 • pn31, vvb pn31 pc-acp vbi dt j n1, cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 av dt n1 p-acp d n1: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 117 Page 65
753 but that it •annot be, because the will of God is the su•ream cause of his purposing the works of Efficiency. but that it •annot be, Because the will of God is the su•ream cause of his purposing the works of Efficiency. cc-acp cst pn31 vmbx vbi, c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt n1 n1 pp-f po31 vvg dt n2 pp-f n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 117 Page 65
754 And as the Glory of his Grace was the last end of his purpose of Election, •• the fall of man into sin, And as the Glory of his Grace was the last end of his purpose of Election, •• the fallen of man into since, cc c-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbds dt ord n1 pp-f po31 n1 pp-f n1, •• dt vvi pp-f n1 p-acp n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 117 Page 66
755 and under mis• by sin, was a purposed Medium to it, and • could not possibly be a Medium to that • pose. and under mis• by since, was a purposed Medium to it, and • could not possibly be a Medium to that • pose. cc p-acp n1 p-acp n1, vbds dt j-vvn fw-la p-acp pn31, cc • vmd xx av-j vbi dt fw-la p-acp cst • vvi. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 117 Page 66
756 However in the contrivance of • Media, there was an allwise concatenat• of one with another, However in the contrivance of • Media, there was an alwise concatenat• of one with Another, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f • fw-la, a-acp vbds dt j n1 pp-f crd p-acp n-jn, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 117 Page 66
757 and so the sin and • cleanness of man gave occasion for the •ming of Christ. and so the since and • cleanness of man gave occasion for the •ming of christ. cc av dt n1 cc • n1 pp-f n1 vvd n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f np1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 117 Page 66
758 And we may take this s• account of it. And we may take this s• account of it. cc pns12 vmb vvi d n1 n1 pp-f pn31. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 117 Page 66
759 1. That God purposed from Eternity to • the glory of his Grace, in some lasting M•ments of it. 1. That God purposed from Eternity to • the glory of his Grace, in Some lasting M•ments of it. crd cst np1 vvd p-acp n1 pc-acp • dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp d j-vvg n2 pp-f pn31. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 118 Page 66
760 If we would take a right • count of any of Gods works, we must • gin at the end or Design of them. If we would take a right • count of any of God's works, we must • gin At the end or Design of them. cs pns12 vmd vvi dt n-jn • vvb pp-f d pp-f npg1 n2, pns12 vmb • vvb p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 118 Page 66
761 We • to conceive of God as an Infinitely Wise g•nt, and therefore to have some worthy • in all that he doth: We • to conceive of God as an Infinitely Wise g•nt, and Therefore to have Some worthy • in all that he does: pns12 • pc-acp vvb pp-f np1 p-acp dt av-j j n1, cc av pc-acp vhi d j-jn • p-acp d cst pns31 vdz: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 118 Page 66
762 and according to • we are to conceive of the wisdom appear• in the means that he useth to bring this • about: and according to • we Are to conceive of the Wisdom appear• in the means that he uses to bring this • about: cc vvg p-acp • pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 n1 p-acp dt n2 cst pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi d • a-acp: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 118 Page 66
763 Now God hath declared or manife•ed himself to us in divers glorious Attribu• or Perfections, by which he will make hi• self known; Now God hath declared or manife•ed himself to us in diverse glorious Attribu• or Perfections, by which he will make hi• self known; av np1 vhz vvn cc vvd px31 p-acp pno12 p-acp j j np1 cc n2, p-acp r-crq pns31 vmb vvi n1 n1 vvn; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 118 Page 66
764 two whereof were his Gr• and his Mercy, which are often used pro•cuously for one and the same in the Gosp• when they are referred to the great des• under our present consideration, two whereof were his Gr• and his Mercy, which Are often used pro•cuously for one and the same in the Gosp• when they Are referred to the great des• under our present consideration, crd c-crq vbdr po31 np1 cc po31 n1, r-crq vbr av vvn av-j p-acp crd cc dt d p-acp dt np1 c-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp po12 j n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 118 Page 66
765 though th• is a divers notion which we are to enterta• of them; though th• is a diverse notion which we Are to enterta• of them; cs n1 vbz dt j n1 r-crq pns12 vbr p-acp n1 pp-f pno32; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 118 Page 66
766 Grace being God Inclined fre• to bestow his favour upon a Creature that •serves it n•; Grace being God Inclined fre• to bestow his favour upon a Creature that •serves it n•; vvb vbg n1 vvn n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 cst vvz pn31 n1; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 118 Page 66
767 Mercy supposing the Subject •• in misery, is God inclined to succour it in ••at misery. Mercy supposing the Subject •• in misery, is God inclined to succour it in ••at misery. n1 vvg dt j-jn •• p-acp n1, vbz np1 vvn pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp j n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 118 Page 67
768 Grace may exert it self in a subject that is not in misery; Grace may exert it self in a Subject that is not in misery; n1 vmb vvi pn31 n1 p-acp dt n-jn cst vbz xx p-acp n1; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 118 Page 67
769 yea, all that •od doth for any of his Creatures is free ▪ •ence that challenge, Rom 11. 35. Who hath 〈 ◊ 〉 given to him, yea, all that •od does for any of his Creatures is free ▪ •ence that challenge, Rom 11. 35. Who hath 〈 ◊ 〉 given to him, uh, d cst n1 vdz p-acp d pp-f po31 n2 vbz j ▪ n1 cst vvb, np1 crd crd r-crq vhz 〈 sy 〉 vvn p-acp pno31, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 118 Page 67
770 and it shall be recompensed him again. Mercy is restrained to a miserable subject; and it shall be recompensed him again. Mercy is restrained to a miserable Subject; cc pn31 vmb vbi vvn pno31 av. n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n-jn; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 118 Page 67
771 and that mercy also is a fruit of Grace, because it is free, for the Creatures infelicity cannot make it to deserve the Succour afforded it. and that mercy also is a fruit of Grace, Because it is free, for the Creatures infelicity cannot make it to deserve the Succour afforded it. cc d n1 av vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pn31 vbz j, p-acp dt n2 n1 vmbx vvi pn31 pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvd pn31. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 118 Page 67
772 Now God would have some last••• Monuments of these perfections of his, which should for ever be Mirrours in which •• should be read, Now God would have Some last••• Monuments of these perfections of his, which should for ever be Mirrors in which •• should be read, av np1 vmd vhi d n1 n2 pp-f d n2 pp-f png31, r-crq vmd p-acp av vbi n2 p-acp r-crq •• vmd vbi vvn, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 118 Page 67
773 how gloriously Gracious and •••ciful he is. how gloriously Gracious and •••ciful he is. c-crq av-j j cc j pns31 vbz. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 118 Page 67
774 The Apostle therefore reduc•th the great contrivance of mans Salvation to this, Eph. 1. 6. To the praise of the glory of his Grace. The Apostle Therefore reduc•th the great contrivance of men Salvation to this, Ephesians 1. 6. To the praise of the glory of his Grace. dt n1 av vvz dt j n1 pp-f ng1 n1 p-acp d, np1 crd crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 118 Page 67
775 His people are therefore said to be to ••m for a Name, and for a Praise, His people Are Therefore said to be to ••m for a Name, and for a Praise, po31 n1 vbr av vvn pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 118 Page 67
776 and for a Glory, Jer. 13. 11. 2. In the order of the means to this end, there was nothing wherein God designed the exaltation of this Grace and Mercy, equally with that of Christ in respect of his Redemption and Salvation. and for a Glory, Jer. 13. 11. 2. In the order of the means to this end, there was nothing wherein God designed the exaltation of this Grace and Mercy, equally with that of christ in respect of his Redemption and Salvation. cc p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp d n1, pc-acp vbds pix c-crq np1 vvd dt n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1, av-j p-acp d pp-f np1 p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 118 Page 67
777 He that designs an end, must chuse and use means for the bringing of it about; He that designs an end, must choose and use means for the bringing of it about; pns31 cst n2 dt n1, vmb vvi cc vvi n2 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31 a-acp; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 119 Page 67
778 and many times there is an order of many means for the accomplishment of that which is intended; and many times there is an order of many means for the accomplishment of that which is intended; cc d n2 a-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d r-crq vbz vvn; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 119 Page 67
779 and in this order there is a subordination of them ••e to another, in their serving •• the design of them •nd this is very manifest in the wonderful counsel of 〈 ◊ ◊ 〉 the exaltation of 〈 ◊ 〉 glory of •is Grace and Mercy. and in this order there is a subordination of them ••e to Another, in their serving •• the Design of them •nd this is very manifest in the wondered counsel of 〈 ◊ ◊ 〉 the exaltation of 〈 ◊ 〉 glory of •is Grace and Mercy. cc p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f pno32 vvd p-acp j-jn, p-acp po32 vvg •• dt n1 pp-f pno32 vvd d vbz av j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f 〈 sy sy 〉 dt n1 pp-f 〈 sy 〉 n1 pp-f n1 n1 cc n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 119 Page 68
780 Now, as 〈 ◊ 〉 way in which God chose to glorify these 〈 ◊ 〉fections of his, was by the Redemption and S•vation of man, in and by which man was • be made the monument of them; Now, as 〈 ◊ 〉 Way in which God chosen to Glorify these 〈 ◊ 〉fections of his, was by the Redemption and S•vation of man, in and by which man was • be made the monument of them; av, c-acp 〈 sy 〉 n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vvd pc-acp vvi d 〈 sy n2 pp-f png31, vbds p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, p-acp cc p-acp r-crq n1 vbds • vbi vvn dt n1 pp-f pno32; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 119 Page 68
781 so he •pointed Jesus Christ to be the Redeemer a•• Saviour, in which he had a regard to Chri•• Mediatorial Glory: Christ therefore tells us, J•• 5. 22, 23. The Father Judgeth no man, but 〈 ◊ 〉 committed all Judgment unto the Son; so he •pointed jesus christ to be the Redeemer a•• Saviour, in which he had a regard to Chri•• Mediatorial Glory: christ Therefore tells us, J•• 5. 22, 23. The Father Judgeth no man, but 〈 ◊ 〉 committed all Judgement unto the Son; av pns31 vvd np1 np1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 n1 n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vhd dt n1 p-acp np1 np1 n1: np1 av vvz pno12, np1 crd crd, crd dt n1 vvz dx n1, cc-acp 〈 sy 〉 vvn d n1 p-acp dt n1; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 119 Page 68
782 that 〈 ◊ 〉 men should honour the Son, even as they hono•r 〈 ◊ 〉 Father. that 〈 ◊ 〉 men should honour the Son, even as they hono•r 〈 ◊ 〉 Father. cst 〈 sy 〉 n2 vmd vvi dt n1, av c-acp pns32 vvb 〈 sy 〉 n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 119 Page 68
783 The person of Christ, considered • God and man, was a great Medium in 〈 ◊ 〉 af•air; The person of christ, considered • God and man, was a great Medium in 〈 ◊ 〉 af•air; dt n1 pp-f np1, vvn • uh-np cc n1, vbds dt j fw-la p-acp 〈 sy 〉 j; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 119 Page 68
784 and for that reason he is called a 〈 ◊ 〉diator, or a middle person, 1 Tim. 2. 5. 〈 ◊ 〉 is one Mediator between God and man, the 〈 ◊ 〉 Christ Jesus. and for that reason he is called a 〈 ◊ 〉diator, or a middle person, 1 Tim. 2. 5. 〈 ◊ 〉 is one Mediator between God and man, the 〈 ◊ 〉 christ jesus. cc p-acp d n1 pns31 vbz vvn dt 〈 sy n1, cc dt j-jn n1, crd np1 crd crd 〈 sy 〉 vbz crd n1 p-acp np1 cc n1, dt 〈 sy 〉 np1 uh-np. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 119 Page 68
785 God therefore constituted 〈 ◊ 〉 to be such a person, that so in and throu•• him, this rich Grace ▪ of his might shi•e fo• • to all eternity; God Therefore constituted 〈 ◊ 〉 to be such a person, that so in and throu•• him, this rich Grace ▪ of his might shi•e fo• • to all eternity; np1 av vvn 〈 sy 〉 pc-acp vbb d dt n1, cst av p-acp cc n1 pno31, d j n1 ▪ pp-f po31 n1 j n1 • pc-acp d n1; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 119 Page 68
786 and for that reason we are 〈 ◊ 〉 to be chosen in him for this end; and for that reason we Are 〈 ◊ 〉 to be chosen in him for this end; cc p-acp d n1 pns12 vbr 〈 sy 〉 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp d n1; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 119 Page 68
787 Eph. 1. 4. 〈 ◊ 〉 6 ▪ According as he hath chosen us in him, &c. 〈 ◊ 〉 the praise of the glory of his Grace. Ephesians 1. 4. 〈 ◊ 〉 6 ▪ According as he hath chosen us in him, etc. 〈 ◊ 〉 the praise of the glory of his Grace. np1 crd crd 〈 sy 〉 crd ▪ vvg p-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp pno31, av 〈 sy 〉 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 119 Page 68
788 And th• wherein this Glory was to be illustrated 〈 ◊ 〉 in the Redemption which he was to work 〈 ◊ 〉 by which our Salvation was to be proc••ed, 〈 ◊ 〉 the conferring of this purchased Salvation up•• us by him hence that, Verse 7. In whom w• 〈 ◊ 〉 Redemption through his blood. And th• wherein this Glory was to be illustrated 〈 ◊ 〉 in the Redemption which he was to work 〈 ◊ 〉 by which our Salvation was to be proc••ed, 〈 ◊ 〉 the conferring of this purchased Salvation up•• us by him hence that, Verse 7. In whom w• 〈 ◊ 〉 Redemption through his blood. cc n1 c-crq d n1 vbds pc-acp vbi vvn 〈 sy 〉 p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vbds pc-acp vvi 〈 sy 〉 p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vbds pc-acp vbi vvn, 〈 sy 〉 dt vvg pp-f d j-vvn n1 n1 pno12 p-acp pno31 av cst, vvb crd p-acp ro-crq n1 〈 sy 〉 n1 p-acp po31 n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 119 Page 68
789 And indeed, 〈 ◊ 〉 nothing co•• the Grace of God, so illustriou•• •ppear, as •• the appointing o• his own ▪ Son t• 〈 ◊ 〉 a Redeemer for man, And indeed, 〈 ◊ 〉 nothing co•• thee Grace of God, so illustriou•• •ppear, as •• the appointing o• his own ▪ Son t• 〈 ◊ 〉 a Redeemer for man, cc av, 〈 sy 〉 pix n1 pno32 n1 pp-f np1, av n1 vvi, c-acp •• dt j-vvg n1 po31 d ▪ n1 n1 〈 sy 〉 dt n1 p-acp n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 119 Page 69
790 when his case was ••duced to that exigence, that in no other way 〈 ◊ 〉 could be Saved; when his case was ••duced to that exigence, that in no other Way 〈 ◊ 〉 could be Saved; c-crq po31 n1 vbds vvn p-acp d n1, cst p-acp dx j-jn n1 〈 sy 〉 vmd vbi vvn; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 119 Page 69
791 Joh. 2. 16 God so loved the World, that he gave his only begotton So•. John 2. 16 God so loved the World, that he gave his only begotton So•. np1 crd crd np1 av vvd dt n1, cst pns31 vvd po31 j vvn np1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 119 Page 69
792 Rom. 5. 6. When we were without strength, in due time Christ dyed for the ungodly. Rom. 5. 6. When we were without strength, in due time christ died for the ungodly. np1 crd crd c-crq pns12 vbdr p-acp n1, p-acp j-jn n1 np1 vvd p-acp dt j. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 119 Page 69
793 3. That way might be made for this, there must •• a subject for it to work upon ▪ which needed this Redemption and Salvation. 3. That Way might be made for this, there must •• a Subject for it to work upon ▪ which needed this Redemption and Salvation. crd cst n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp d, pc-acp vmb •• dt n-jn p-acp pn31 pc-acp vvi p-acp ▪ r-crq vvd d n1 cc n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 120 Page 69
794 A Redeemer, and Redeeme• are Correlates, and one cannot be without the other: A Redeemer, and Redeeme• Are Correlates, and one cannot be without the other: dt n1, cc np1 vbr n2, cc pi vmbx vbi p-acp dt n-jn: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 120 Page 69
795 This is a Relative Title, and •••refore if there had been nothing to Re•••m, Christ could never have born that Title •• him: This is a Relative Title, and •••refore if there had been nothing to Re•••m, christ could never have born that Title •• him: d vbz dt j n1, cc av cs pc-acp vhd vbn pix p-acp n1, np1 vmd av-x vhi vvn d n1 •• pno31: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 120 Page 69
796 Redemption supposeth a forfeiture, •• captivity, which the subject which is to par•ake in it, is fallen under, Redemption Supposeth a forfeiture, •• captivity, which the Subject which is to par•ake in it, is fallen under, n1 vvz dt n1, •• n1, r-crq dt n-jn r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, vbz vvn p-acp, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 120 Page 69
797 and from whence his •ecessity of being redeemed doth arise, in that •• is by this means to be restored from it. and from whence his •ecessity of being redeemed does arise, in that •• is by this means to be restored from it. cc p-acp c-crq po31 n1 pp-f vbg vvn vdz vvi, p-acp cst •• vbz p-acp d n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 120 Page 69
798 •• is true, there are other ways among men, by which such an one may be delivered, viz. •ither by a free setting him at liberty without any satisfaction made, by the bounty of the Creditour, •• is true, there Are other ways among men, by which such an one may be Delivered, viz. •ither by a free setting him At liberty without any satisfaction made, by the bounty of the Creditor, •• vbz j, pc-acp vbr j-jn n2 p-acp n2, p-acp r-crq d dt pi vmb vbi vvn, n1 av p-acp dt j vvg pno31 p-acp n1 p-acp d n1 vvd, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 120 Page 69
799 or by a forcible recovery of him out of the hands of those that hold him; or by a forcible recovery of him out of the hands of those that hold him; cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pno31 av pp-f dt n2 pp-f d cst vvb pno31; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 120 Page 69
800 but this is one way, and the only one in the case before us; but this is one Way, and the only one in the case before us; cc-acp d vbz crd n1, cc dt j pi p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno12; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 120 Page 69
801 viz. by the laying down of an indented price, or by an exchange of persons, to •oth of which the case in hand is referred, 1 ▪ Cor. 6. 20. Ye are bought with a price 1 Tim. 2. 6. Who gave himself a ransom for••s. viz. by the laying down of an indented price, or by an exchange of Persons, to •oth of which the case in hand is referred, 1 ▪ Cor. 6. 20. You Are bought with a price 1 Tim. 2. 6. Who gave himself a ransom for••s. n1 p-acp dt vvg a-acp pp-f dt j-vvn n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp n1 pp-f r-crq dt n1 p-acp n1 vbz vvn, crd ▪ np1 crd crd pn22 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 vvn np1 crd crd r-crq vvd px31 dt n1 vvz. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 120 Page 69
802 Gal 3. 13. Christ hath redeemed us from the Curse o• 〈 ◊ 〉 Law, being made a Curse for us. Gall 3. 13. christ hath redeemed us from the Curse o• 〈 ◊ 〉 Law, being made a Curse for us. n1 crd crd np1 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp dt n1 n1 〈 sy 〉 n1, vbg vvn dt n1 p-acp pno12. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 120 Page 70
803 Hence 〈 ◊ 〉 appointing of Christ to be a Redeemer, ha• respect to mans fa••ing into such a condition• • made him to stand ▪ in need of one; Hence 〈 ◊ 〉 appointing of christ to be a Redeemer, ha• respect to men fa••ing into such a condition• • made him to stand ▪ in need of one; av 〈 sy 〉 vvg pp-f np1 pc-acp vbi dt n1, n1 n1 p-acp ng1 n1 p-acp d dt n1 • vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi ▪ p-acp n1 pp-f crd; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 120 Page 70
804 w•• necessity was another Medium for the 〈 ◊ 〉festation of this Grace and Mercy. w•• necessity was Another Medium for the 〈 ◊ 〉festation of this Grace and Mercy. n1 n1 vbds j-jn fw-la p-acp dt 〈 sy n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 120 Page 70
805 4. That which was to enhau•ce this Mercy 〈 ◊ 〉 the forlorn state of the subject, 4. That which was to enhau•ce this Mercy 〈 ◊ 〉 the forlorn state of the Subject, crd cst r-crq vbds pc-acp vvi d n1 〈 sy 〉 dt j-vvn n1 pp-f dt n-jn, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 121 Page 70
806 and his helples• •• out of it, in any other way. and his helples• •• out of it, in any other Way. cc po31 n1 •• av pp-f pn31, p-acp d j-jn n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 121 Page 70
807 The more there • of Grace and Mercy in it, the more are th• Attributes glorified by it: The more there • of Grace and Mercy in it, the more Are th• Attributes glorified by it: dt av-dc pc-acp • pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31, dt av-dc vbr n1 n2 vvn p-acp pn31: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 121 Page 70
808 hence every circu•stanc• in this affair belongs to the 〈 ◊ 〉 The more of unworthiness there is in the 〈 ◊ 〉ject, the greater is the Grace afforded to 〈 ◊ 〉 and this Grace also holds proportion with 〈 ◊ 〉 greatness of the kindness it self that is done 〈 ◊ 〉 it. hence every circu•stanc• in this affair belongs to the 〈 ◊ 〉 The more of unworthiness there is in the 〈 ◊ 〉ject, the greater is the Grace afforded to 〈 ◊ 〉 and this Grace also holds proportion with 〈 ◊ 〉 greatness of the kindness it self that is done 〈 ◊ 〉 it. av d n1 p-acp d n1 vvz p-acp dt 〈 sy 〉 dt av-dc pp-f n1 a-acp vbz p-acp dt 〈 sy n1, dt jc vbz dt n1 vvd pc-acp 〈 sy 〉 cc d n1 av vvz n1 p-acp 〈 sy 〉 n1 pp-f dt n1 pn31 n1 cst vbz vdn 〈 sy 〉 pn31. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 121 Page 70
809 The more miserable the subject is, 〈 ◊ 〉 more a••onishing is that mercy which Succo•• it; The more miserable the Subject is, 〈 ◊ 〉 more a••onishing is that mercy which Succo•• it; dt av-dc j dt n-jn vbz, 〈 sy 〉 av-dc vvg vbz d n1 r-crq np1 pn31; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 121 Page 70
810 and the more ample deliverance it afford• the greater is its praise: and the more ample deliverance it afford• the greater is its praise: cc dt av-dc j n1 pn31 n1 dt jc vbz po31 n1: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 121 Page 70
811 and that which giv• a peculiar lustre to both of these is when t•• subject is brought into such a streight, th•• there is but one door at which its help c•• come in; and that which giv• a peculiar lustre to both of these is when t•• Subject is brought into such a straight, th•• there is but one door At which its help c•• come in; cc cst r-crq n1 dt j n1 p-acp d pp-f d vbz c-crq n1 j-jn vbz vvn p-acp d dt j, n1 a-acp vbz cc-acp crd n1 p-acp r-crq po31 n1 n1 vvi p-acp; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 121 Page 70
812 when there is no other possib•• way of relief, and then that affords it; we a•• therefore acquainted how all these circumsta••ces concent•ed in the case before us: when there is no other possib•• Way of relief, and then that affords it; we a•• Therefore acquainted how all these circumsta••ces concent•ed in the case before us: c-crq pc-acp vbz dx j-jn n1 n1 pp-f n1, cc av cst vvz pn31; pns12 n1 av vvn c-crq d d n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno12: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 121 Page 70
813 ho•• miserable we were become, how unworth• we had rendred our selves (who indeed neve• had any me••torious worthiness in us) may b• read in the word of God: ho•• miserable we were become, how unworth• we had rendered our selves (who indeed neve• had any me••torious worthiness in us) may b• read in the word of God: n1 j pns12 vbdr vvn, c-crq n1 pns12 vhd vvn po12 n2 (r-crq av n1 vhd d j n1 p-acp pno12) vmb n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 121 Page 71
814 and that ••r condition was helpless, if Christ had not stept in for our Succo••; is there also witnessed to; and that ••r condition was helpless, if christ had not stepped in for our Succo••; is there also witnessed to; cc cst j n1 vbds j, cs np1 vhd xx vvn p-acp p-acp po12 np1; vbz pc-acp av vvn p-acp; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 121 Page 71
815 we a•• •old, Acts 4. 12. Neither ▪ is there Salvation in 〈 ◊ 〉 •ther, we a•• •old, Acts 4. 12. Neither ▪ is there Salvation in 〈 ◊ 〉 •ther, pns12 n1 n1, n2 crd crd av-d ▪ vbz pc-acp n1 p-acp 〈 sy 〉 av-c, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 121 Page 71
816 for there is no other name under heaven, gi••• amongst men, whereby we must •e Saved: for there is no other name under heaven, gi••• among men, whereby we must •e Saved: c-acp pc-acp vbz dx j-jn n1 p-acp n1, n1 p-acp n2, c-crq pns12 vmb vbi vvn: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 121 Page 71
817 a•• we have that remark, Isa. 59. 16. He saw that there was no man, a•• we have that remark, Isaiah 59. 16. He saw that there was no man, n1 pns12 vhb d n1, np1 crd crd pns31 vvd cst pc-acp vbds dx n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 121 Page 71
818 and he wondred that ther• 〈 ◊ 〉 •o interces•o•r, therefore his arm br•••ht salvation unto him, &c. This therefore is given as a great commendation of Christ, Psal ▪ 7•. ••. and he wondered that ther• 〈 ◊ 〉 •o interces•o•r, Therefore his arm br•••ht salvation unto him, etc. This Therefore is given as a great commendation of christ, Psalm ▪ 7•. ••. cc pns31 vvd cst n1 〈 sy 〉 uh-dx av-jc, av po31 n1 vvd n1 p-acp pno31, av d av vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, np1 ▪ n1. ••. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 121 Page 71
819 H• shall deliver the poor, •nd him that hath •• 〈 ◊ 〉 And God himself mentions this as a ••morable thing, Ezek. 16. 5, 6 ▪ None eye pitie • 〈 ◊ 〉 and when I passed by thee and saw th•• 〈 ◊ ◊ 〉 in thy blood, I said unto thee, live. H• shall deliver the poor, •nd him that hath •• 〈 ◊ 〉 And God himself mentions this as a ••morable thing, Ezekiel 16. 5, 6 ▪ None eye pity • 〈 ◊ 〉 and when I passed by thee and saw th•• 〈 ◊ ◊ 〉 in thy blood, I said unto thee, live. np1 vmb vvi dt j, vvb pno31 cst vhz •• 〈 sy 〉 cc np1 px31 n2 d c-acp dt j n1, np1 crd crd, crd ▪ pix n1 vvb • 〈 sy 〉 cc c-crq pns11 vvd p-acp pno21 cc vvd n1 〈 sy sy 〉 p-acp po21 n1, pns11 vvd p-acp pno21, vvb. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 121 Page 71
820 5. Way was made unto t••s by that sin and •• •••ness that man had contracted to himself. 5. Way was made unto t••s by that since and •• •••ness that man had contracted to himself. crd n1 vbds vvn p-acp n2 p-acp d n1 cc •• n1-u cst n1 vhd vvn p-acp px31. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 122 Page 71
821 It is certain, that the abounding of sin, made the way for the abounding of this Grace, Rom. 5. 20. Man indeed, had he kept his pri•itive integrity, would have been a s•bject of Gods Grace; every thing that he received from God would have been a free favour: It is certain, that the abounding of since, made the Way for the abounding of this Grace, Rom. 5. 20. Man indeed, had he kept his pri•itive integrity, would have been a s•bject of God's Grace; every thing that he received from God would have been a free favour: pn31 vbz j, cst dt vvg pp-f n1, vvd dt n1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f d n1, np1 crd crd n1 av, vhd pns31 vvn po31 j n1, vmd vhi vbn dt n1 pp-f npg1 vvb; d n1 cst pns31 vvd p-acp np1 vmd vhi vbn dt j n1: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 122 Page 71
822 but Grace is wonderfully enlarged in and by the Salvation which is provided for and afforded to fallen and sinful man: but Grace is wonderfully enlarged in and by the Salvation which is provided for and afforded to fallen and sinful man: cc-acp n1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp cc p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp cc vvd p-acp vvn cc j n1: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 122 Page 71
823 and as to Mercy ▪ in the strict sense of it, man was not a subject ••xtly capable of it, till sin had made him so; and as to Mercy ▪ in the strict sense of it, man was not a Subject ••xtly capable of it, till since had made him so; cc c-acp p-acp n1 ▪ p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31, n1 vbds xx dt n-jn av-j j pp-f pn31, c-acp n1 vhd vvn pno31 av; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 122 Page 71
824 he was not miserable, nor was there any distress upon him which called for succour and compassion. he was not miserable, nor was there any distress upon him which called for succour and compassion. pns31 vbds xx j, ccx vbds a-acp d n1 p-acp pno31 r-crq vvd p-acp n1 cc n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 122 Page 72
825 It was sin that hurled him ▪ into all his inconveniencies, and those mischiefs that now ly upon him, and have hi• in pursuit. It was since that hurled him ▪ into all his inconveniences, and those mischiefs that now lie upon him, and have hi• in pursuit. pn31 vbds n1 cst vvd pno31 ▪ p-acp d po31 n2, cc d n2 cst av vvb p-acp pno31, cc vhb n1 p-acp n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 122 Page 72
826 We are therefore acquainted ho• this came about, Rom. 5. 12. By one man 〈 ◊ 〉 came into the world, and death by sin. We Are Therefore acquainted ho• this Come about, Rom. 5. 12. By one man 〈 ◊ 〉 Come into the world, and death by since. pns12 vbr av vvn n1 d vvd a-acp, np1 crd crd p-acp crd n1 〈 sy 〉 vvd p-acp dt n1, cc n1 p-acp n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 122 Page 72
827 〈 ◊ 〉 now, when man is brought into such a state he is a subject fit for Grace and Mercy to work upon, 〈 ◊ 〉 now, when man is brought into such a state he is a Subject fit for Grace and Mercy to work upon, 〈 sy 〉 av, c-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp d dt n1 pns31 vbz dt j-jn n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 122 Page 72
828 and erect to themselves trophies of honour and glory, in doing for him, by raising him out of that •orlorn condition, and erect to themselves trophies of honour and glory, in doing for him, by raising him out of that •orlorn condition, cc vvi p-acp px32 n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp vdg p-acp pno31, p-acp vvg pno31 av pp-f d j-vvn n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 122 Page 72
829 and bestowing upon him the contrary blessedness. and bestowing upon him the contrary blessedness. cc vvg p-acp pno31 dt j-jn n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 122 Page 72
830 Not as if this miserable estate which man ha•• by his own folly brought himself into, laid any obligation upon God to work for him i• this way; Not as if this miserable estate which man ha•• by his own folly brought himself into, laid any obligation upon God to work for him i• this Way; xx c-acp cs d j n1 r-crq n1 n1 p-acp po31 d n1 vvd px31 p-acp, vvd d n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 n1 d n1; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 122 Page 72
831 for it indeed exposed him to his ju•• indignation: for it indeed exposed him to his ju•• Indignation: c-acp pn31 av vvn pno31 p-acp po31 n1 n1: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 122 Page 72
832 but only that it laid open an Object that needed it, and upon which, if h• saw meet, he might exert those Attributes of his to the highest, but only that it laid open an Object that needed it, and upon which, if h• saw meet, he might exert those Attributes of his to the highest, cc-acp av-j cst pn31 vvd av-j dt n1 cst vvd pn31, cc p-acp r-crq, cs n1 vvd vvi, pns31 vmd vvi d n2 pp-f png31 p-acp dt js, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 122 Page 72
833 and thereby bring to himself a Tribute of everlasting praise. and thereby bring to himself a Tribute of everlasting praise. cc av vvb p-acp px31 dt n1 pp-f j n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 122 Page 72
834 When therefore Paul had mentioned how notable a subject he had been of this, he could not bu• shut up the discourse of it with that Doxology, 1 Tim. 1. 17. Now unto the King Eternal• Immortal, Invisible, the only wise God, be honour and glory, for ever and ever, Amen. When Therefore Paul had mentioned how notable a Subject he had been of this, he could not bu• shut up the discourse of it with that Doxology, 1 Tim. 1. 17. Now unto the King Eternal• Immortal, Invisible, the only wise God, be honour and glory, for ever and ever, Amen. c-crq av np1 vhd vvn c-crq j dt n-jn pns31 vhd vbn pp-f d, pns31 vmd xx n1 vvn a-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp d n1, crd np1 crd crd av p-acp dt n1 np1 j, j, dt j j np1, vbb n1 cc n1, c-acp av cc av, uh-n. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 122 Page 72
835 6. There were divers steps to this, all of which were ordered by the holy counsel of God. 6. There were diverse steps to this, all of which were ordered by the holy counsel of God. crd a-acp vbdr j n2 p-acp d, d pp-f r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 123 Page 72
836 Every thing that bears the consideration of a Medium to this great end, must needs be acknowledged unto Gods fore appointment; Every thing that bears the consideration of a Medium to this great end, must needs be acknowledged unto God's before appointment; d n1 cst vvz dt n1 pp-f dt fw-la p-acp d j n1, vmb av vbi vvn p-acp n2 p-acp n1; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 123 Page 73
837 for all things fall out according to the counsel of his will: and though he is not in any respect to be accounted the author of sin, for all things fallen out according to the counsel of his will: and though he is not in any respect to be accounted the author of since, p-acp d n2 vvb av vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1: cc cs pns31 vbz xx p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 123 Page 73
838 yet he is the Supream Orderer of it, and that according to his permissive will. Now there were such steps as these, all of which made way for the introduction of this Grace and Mercy of his. yet he is the Supreme Orderer of it, and that according to his permissive will. Now there were such steps as these, all of which made Way for the introduction of this Grace and Mercy of his. av pns31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f pn31, cc d vvg p-acp po31 j n1. av a-acp vbdr d n2 c-acp d, d pp-f r-crq vvd n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1 pp-f png31. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 123 Page 73
839 1. The Creating of man Upright. 1. The Creating of man Upright. crd dt vvg pp-f n1 av-j. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 124 Page 73
840 That God did so Create him, we are told, Eccles. 7. 29. God made man upright• Adam was Created in a state of integrity, which consisted in the rectitude of his nature, by vertue of the Concreated principle of Holiness and Righteousness which was put into it; That God did so Create him, we Are told, Eccles. 7. 29. God made man upright• Adam was Created in a state of integrity, which consisted in the rectitude of his nature, by virtue of the Concreated principle of Holiness and Righteousness which was put into it; cst np1 vdd av vvi pno31, pns12 vbr vvn, np1 crd crd np1 vvd n1 n1 np1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 r-crq vbds vvn p-acp pn31; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 124 Page 73
841 and was called Gods own Image after which man was made, Ge•. 1. 26. &c. And if he had not been thus made he could not have been capable of the following transactions that were betwixt God and him: and was called God's own Image After which man was made, Ge•. 1. 26. etc. And if he had not been thus made he could not have been capable of the following transactions that were betwixt God and him: cc vbds vvn npg1 d n1 p-acp r-crq n1 vbds vvn, np1. crd crd av cc cs pns31 vhd xx vbn av vvn pns31 vmd xx vhi vbn j pp-f dt j-vvg n2 cst vbdr p-acp np1 cc pno31: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 124 Page 73
842 for to require that of a Creature which it was never in a capacity of complying withal, had been unworthy of Gods infinite wisdom, for to require that of a Creature which it was never in a capacity of complying withal, had been unworthy of God's infinite Wisdom, c-acp pc-acp vvi d pp-f dt n1 r-crq pn31 vbds av-x p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg av, vhd vbn j pp-f npg1 j n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 124 Page 73
843 and altogether inconsistent with that Justice which God laid the foundation for, in the nature and state that he Created man in. and altogether inconsistent with that justice which God laid the Foundation for, in the nature and state that he Created man in. cc av j p-acp d n1 r-crq np1 vvd dt n1 p-acp, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 cst pns31 vvn n1 p-acp. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 124 Page 73
844 2. The Covenant of Works, and the Sanctions of it. 2. The Covenant of Works, and the Sanctions of it. crd dt n1 pp-f vvz, cc dt n2 pp-f pn31. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 125 Page 73
845 That there was such a Covenant plighted with man, the Word of God gives us sufficient intimations of: That there was such a Covenant plighted with man, the Word of God gives us sufficient intimations of: d a-acp vbds d dt n1 vvn p-acp n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz pno12 j n2 pp-f: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 125 Page 73
846 and as it was requisite that man should be a cause by Counsel of his own actions, and as it was requisite that man should be a cause by Counsel of his own actions, cc c-acp pn31 vbds j cst n1 vmd vbi dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f po31 d n2, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 125 Page 73
847 or else he could not have, been treated with in the way of a Cove••• which supposeth a mutual ••ipulation betwee• the persons Covenanting; or Else he could not have, been treated with in the Way of a Cove••• which Supposeth a mutual ••ipulation betwee• the Persons Covenanting; cc av pns31 vmd xx vhi, vbn vvn p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np1 r-crq vvz dt j n1 n1 dt n2 vvg; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 125 Page 74
848 so the works ••quired of him in that Covenant, could 〈 ◊ 〉 have been performed by him according to the tenour of it, without the moral rectitude of 〈 ◊ 〉 nature, which we have taken notice of. so the works ••quired of him in that Covenant, could 〈 ◊ 〉 have been performed by him according to the tenor of it, without the moral rectitude of 〈 ◊ 〉 nature, which we have taken notice of. av dt n2 vvn pp-f pno31 p-acp d n1, vmd 〈 sy 〉 vhb vbn vvn p-acp pno31 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f 〈 sy 〉 np1-n, r-crq pns12 vhb vvn n1 pp-f. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 125 Page 74
849 No• in this Covenant there are considerable 〈 ◊ 〉 Sanctions of it, but for which man could no• have been happy or miserable according to 〈 ◊ 〉 and his carriage of himself towards it. No• in this Covenant there Are considerable 〈 ◊ 〉 Sanctions of it, but for which man could no• have been happy or miserable according to 〈 ◊ 〉 and his carriage of himself towards it. n1 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbr j 〈 sy 〉 n2 pp-f pn31, cc-acp p-acp r-crq n1 vmd n1 vhi vbn j cc j vvg p-acp 〈 sy 〉 cc po31 n1 pp-f px31 p-acp pn31. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 125 Page 74
850 Go• therefore, besides a Rule which he gave 〈 ◊ 〉 man di••cting him how he might serve hi• aright, annexed a promise of life in case 〈 ◊ 〉 Obedience full, Go• Therefore, beside a Rule which he gave 〈 ◊ 〉 man di••cting him how he might serve hi• aright, annexed a promise of life in case 〈 ◊ 〉 obedience full, np1 av, p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvd 〈 sy 〉 n1 vvg pno31 c-crq pns31 vmd vvi n1 av, vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 〈 sy 〉 np1-n j, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 125 Page 74
851 and perfect, and threatne• him with death i• •e should transgress the precept; and perfect, and threatne• him with death i• •e should transgress the precept; cc j, cc n1 pno31 p-acp n1 n1 n1 vmd vvi dt n1; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 125 Page 74
852 which is intimated in that, Gen. • 17. In the day that thou eatest thereof thou sha•• surely dy; which is intimated in that, Gen. • 17. In the day that thou Eatest thereof thou sha•• surely die; r-crq vbz vvn p-acp d, np1 • crd p-acp dt n1 cst pns21 vv2 av pns21 n1 av-j vvi; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 125 Page 74
853 and thus man, under the first Covenant, stood a proba•ioner for life or death according as he should behave himself. and thus man, under the First Covenant, stood a proba•ioner for life or death according as he should behave himself. cc av n1, p-acp dt ord n1, vvd dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 vvg c-acp pns31 vmd vvi px31. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 125 Page 74
854 3. The permission of him to fall That ma• did eventually fall from his Rule and Happiness, is a thing very notorious. 3. The permission of him to fallen That ma• did eventually fallen from his Rule and Happiness, is a thing very notorious. crd dt n1 pp-f pno31 pc-acp vvi cst n1 vdd av-j vvi p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, vbz dt n1 av j. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 126 Page 74
855 That this 〈 ◊ 〉 was a foil on which God •rew the lines, and laid the colours o• his Grace and Mercy, is no less observable in the Word of God: That this 〈 ◊ 〉 was a foil on which God •rew the lines, and laid the colours o• his Grace and Mercy, is no less observable in the Word of God: cst d 〈 sy 〉 vbds dt n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vvd dt n2, cc vvd dt n2 n1 po31 vvb cc n1, vbz av-dx av-dc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 126 Page 74
856 henc• that, Rom 5. 20 21. The Law entred that si• might abound; but where sin abounded, Gra•• did much more abound: henc• that, Rom 5. 20 21. The Law entered that si• might abound; but where since abounded, Gra•• did much more abound: n1 cst, np1 crd crd crd dt n1 vvd cst n1 vmd vvi; cc-acp q-crq n1 vvd, np1 vdd av-d av-dc vvi: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 126 Page 74
857 that as sin hath 〈 ◊ 〉 unto death, even so might grace reign through righ ▪ teousness 〈 ◊ 〉 eternal life, through Jesus Christ 〈 ◊ 〉 Lord. that as since hath 〈 ◊ 〉 unto death, even so might grace Reign through Right ▪ teousness 〈 ◊ 〉 Eternal life, through jesus christ 〈 ◊ 〉 Lord. cst p-acp n1 vhz 〈 sy 〉 p-acp n1, av av vmd vvi n1 p-acp j-jn ▪ n1-u 〈 sy 〉 j n1, p-acp np1 np1 〈 sy 〉 n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 126 Page 75
858 And that God had a respect unto 〈 ◊ 〉 in appointing Christ to be a Redeemer and Saviour, is not to be doubted, inasmuch 〈 ◊ 〉 this was the very thing from which he was •o redeem and save us: And that God had a respect unto 〈 ◊ 〉 in appointing christ to be a Redeemer and Saviour, is not to be doubted, inasmuch 〈 ◊ 〉 this was the very thing from which he was •o Redeem and save us: cc cst np1 vhd dt n1 p-acp 〈 sy 〉 p-acp vvg np1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 cc n1, vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn, av 〈 sy 〉 d vbds dt j n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbds av vvi cc vvb pno12: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 126 Page 75
859 this therefore is said to commend that Grace, Rom. 5. 8. God commendeth his love towards us, in that while we were 〈 ◊ 〉 sinners, Christ died for us. this Therefore is said to commend that Grace, Rom. 5. 8. God commends his love towards us, in that while we were 〈 ◊ 〉 Sinners, christ died for us. d av vbz vvn pc-acp vvi d n1, np1 crd crd np1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp pno12, p-acp cst cs pns12 vbdr 〈 sy 〉 n2, np1 vvd p-acp pno12. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 126 Page 75
860 God therefore must needs have a foresight of this Apostasy, because the assignation of Christ to his Media••al Offices had a respect to it; God Therefore must needs have a foresight of this Apostasy, Because the assignation of christ to his Media••al Offices had a respect to it; np1 av vmb av vhi dt n1 pp-f d n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 j n2 vhd dt n1 p-acp pn31; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 126 Page 75
861 and that man had not •allen but by Divine Permission, is certain: for God could have kept him from it, without offering force to his free will, and that man had not •allen but by Divine Permission, is certain: for God could have kept him from it, without offering force to his free will, cc d n1 vhd xx vvn cc-acp p-acp j-jn n1, vbz j: c-acp np1 vmd vhi vvn pno31 p-acp pn31, p-acp vvg n1 p-acp po31 j n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 126 Page 75
862 as he did the glorious Angels that keep their Station, as he doth the perfected Saints in Glory, as he did the glorious Angels that keep their Station, as he does the perfected Saints in Glory, c-acp pns31 vdd dt j n2 cst vvb po32 n1, c-acp pns31 vdz dt vvn n2 p-acp n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 126 Page 75
863 and as he doth true Believ•rs in this life from final Apostasy; and as he does true Believ•rs in this life from final Apostasy; cc c-acp pns31 vdz j n2 p-acp d n1 p-acp j n1; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 126 Page 75
864 and this Permission must needs flow from his will, be•ause he is the Supream Governour of all Creatures, and this Permission must needs flow from his will, be•ause he is the Supreme Governor of all Creatures, cc d n1 vmb av vvi p-acp po31 n1, n1 pns31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f d n2, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 126 Page 75
865 and all their actions, according to is holy pleasure. Hence, though God doth •ot approve of, but hateth sin, yet he saw it •ood, and all their actions, according to is holy pleasure. Hence, though God does •ot approve of, but hates since, yet he saw it •ood, cc d po32 n2, vvg pc-acp vbz j n1. av, cs np1 vdz n1 vvi pp-f, cc-acp vvz n1, av pns31 vvd pn31 j, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 126 Page 75
866 for an higher end, that there should •e sin by his Permission. for an higher end, that there should •e since by his Permission. p-acp dt jc n1, cst a-acp vmd vbi n1 p-acp po31 n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 126 Page 75
867 4 The miserable •state to which he is reduced the fall, by vertue of the Curse of the Law 〈 ◊ 〉 man had retained his uprightn•ss, he had ever been miserable, 4 The miserable •state to which he is reduced the fallen, by virtue of the Curse of the Law 〈 ◊ 〉 man had retained his uprightn•ss, he had ever been miserable, crd dt j n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz vvn dt n1, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 〈 sy 〉 n1 vhd vvn po31 n1, pns31 vhd av vbn j, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 127 Page 75
868 and so had not stood 〈 ◊ 〉 need of Mercy, but all miseries are contained in that Curse which man is under by 〈 ◊ 〉son of sin and uncleanness: and so had not stood 〈 ◊ 〉 need of Mercy, but all misery's Are contained in that Curse which man is under by 〈 ◊ 〉son of since and uncleanness: cc av vhd xx vvd 〈 sy 〉 vvb pp-f n1, p-acp d n2 vbr vvn p-acp cst vvb r-crq n1 vbz p-acp p-acp 〈 sy n1 pp-f n1 cc n1: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 127 Page 76
869 and they are 〈 ◊ 〉 other than what he must righteously suffer ▪ • there be no way of delivery from them; and they Are 〈 ◊ 〉 other than what he must righteously suffer ▪ • there be no Way of delivery from them; cc pns32 vbr 〈 sy 〉 n-jn cs q-crq pns31 vmb av-j vvi ▪ • a-acp vbb dx n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 127 Page 76
870 • as much as he hath procured them to himself his sin, Jer. 2. 17. Now this misery was a ••per result of the threatning conditionally 〈 ◊ 〉•aced in the first Covenant, which the 〈 ◊ 〉 brought himself under, by transgressing of • Law ▪ which was so guarded. • as much as he hath procured them to himself his since, Jer. 2. 17. Now this misery was a ••per result of the threatening conditionally 〈 ◊ 〉•aced in the First Covenant, which the 〈 ◊ 〉 brought himself under, by transgressing of • Law ▪ which was so guarded. • c-acp av-d c-acp pns31 vhz vvd pno32 p-acp px31 po31 n1, np1 crd crd av d n1 vbds dt j n1 pp-f dt vvg av-j 〈 sy vvn p-acp dt ord n1, r-crq dt 〈 sy 〉 vvd px31 p-acp, p-acp vvg pp-f • n1 ▪ r-crq vbds av vvn. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 127 Page 76
871 7. Hence, if man had not by his sin and 〈 ◊ 〉 cleanness involved himself in that misery, t•• had been no occasion for this fountains being pr•red and opened. 7. Hence, if man had not by his since and 〈 ◊ 〉 cleanness involved himself in that misery, t•• had been no occasion for this fountains being pr•red and opened. crd av, cs n1 vhd xx p-acp po31 n1 cc 〈 sy 〉 n1 vvn px31 p-acp d n1, n1 vhd vbn dx n1 p-acp d n2 vbg vvn cc vvn. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 128 Page 76
872 There was no Mediator in • first Covenant, neither needed there a• God and man were in a•ity, There was no Mediator in • First Covenant, neither needed there a• God and man were in a•ity, a-acp vbds dx n1 p-acp • ord n1, av-dx vvd a-acp n1 np1 cc n1 vbdr p-acp n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 128 Page 76
873 and this frie•ship had been confirmed between them up• mans entire conformity to the will of G•• and been sealed up to him, upon his ea•• of the tree of life, which was a Sacra•ent • it. and this frie•ship had been confirmed between them up• men entire conformity to the will of G•• and been sealed up to him, upon his ea•• of the tree of life, which was a Sacra•ent • it. cc d n1 vhd vbn vvn p-acp pno32 n1 vvz j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc vbi vvn a-acp p-acp pno31, p-acp po31 n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbds dt j • pn31. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 128 Page 76
874 But now when the Covenant was vi•••ed, man was exposed, the Curse was fa• upon him, he was a man of death, there • an opportunity for Gods shewing himself ••iful and gracious; and for the display o• • to send forth his Son to be a Saviour; But now when the Covenant was vi•••ed, man was exposed, the Curse was fa• upon him, he was a man of death, there • an opportunity for God's showing himself ••iful and gracious; and for the display o• • to send forth his Son to be a Saviour; p-acp av c-crq dt n1 vbds vvn, n1 vbds vvn, dt n1 vbds n1 p-acp pno31, pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f n1, a-acp • dt n1 p-acp n2 vvg px31 j cc j; cc p-acp dt vvi n1 • pc-acp vvi av po31 n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 128 Page 76
875 • for that end to cause all fulness •• dwell in • that might derive from him to the un•• creature, as from a Fountain. • for that end to cause all fullness •• dwell in • that might derive from him to the un•• creature, as from a Fountain. • c-acp cst n1 p-acp n1 d n1 •• vvi p-acp • cst vmd vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 n1, c-acp p-acp dt n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 128 Page 76
876 And this •• to give us some light into the stupen• mystery of the Providence of God, in ••ing of poor man to fall upon the Law, and ••eak himself in pieces; And this •• to give us Some Light into the stupen• mystery of the Providence of God, in ••ing of poor man to fallen upon the Law, and ••eak himself in Pieces; cc d •• pc-acp vvb pno12 d n1 p-acp dt n1 n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp vvg pp-f j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cc vvi px31 p-acp n2; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 128 Page 77
877 but for which the glorious things of Christ had never been heard of in the world. but for which the glorious things of christ had never been herd of in the world. cc-acp p-acp r-crq dt j n2 pp-f np1 vhd av-x vbn vvn pp-f p-acp dt n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 128 Page 77
878 2. That the great usefulness of this Fountain, is to take away the Sin and Uncleanness which man had contracted. 2. That the great usefulness of this Fountain, is to take away the since and Uncleanness which man had contracted. crd cst dt j n1 pp-f d n1, vbz pc-acp vvi av dt n1 cc n1 r-crq n1 vhd vvn. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 129 Page 77
879 It is certain that Christ is a fountain of all Saving good to sinful man, as hath been already observed: It is certain that christ is a fountain of all Saving good to sinful man, as hath been already observed: pn31 vbz j cst np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f d vvg j p-acp j n1, c-acp vhz vbn av vvn: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 129 Page 77
880 but the Spirit of God doth point us here to some peculiar benefit, that it was designed for, but the Spirit of God does point us Here to Some peculiar benefit, that it was designed for, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz vvi pno12 av p-acp d j n1, cst pn31 vbds vvn p-acp, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 129 Page 77
881 and for that reason do require our particular consideration of. Here then we may enquire; 1. What we are here to understand by Sin, and Uncleanness? and for that reason do require our particular consideration of. Here then we may inquire; 1. What we Are Here to understand by since, and Uncleanness? cc p-acp d n1 vdb vvi po12 j n1 pp-f. av cs pns12 vmb vvi; crd q-crq pns12 vbr av pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc n1? (7) doctrine (DIV2) 129 Page 77
882 2. In what respect Sin and Uncleanness may be said to be taken away? 3. What is the usefulness of this Fountain for such an end? Of these in order. 2. In what respect since and Uncleanness may be said to be taken away? 3. What is the usefulness of this Fountain for such an end? Of these in order. crd p-acp r-crq n1 n1 cc n1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi vvn av? crd q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp d dt n1? pp-f d p-acp n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 131 Page 77
883 1. What are we here to understand by Sin and Uncleanness? 1. What Are we Here to understand by since and Uncleanness? crd q-crq vbr pns12 av pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 cc n1? (7) doctrine (DIV2) 134 Page 77
884 A. There are some who take these two words to be Synonymical, and to intend one and the same thing; A. There Are Some who take these two words to be Synonymical, and to intend one and the same thing; np1 pc-acp vbr d r-crq vvb d crd n2 pc-acp vbi j, cc pc-acp vvi crd cc dt d n1; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 135 Page 77
885 only allowing an Emphasis in ▪ the ingemination of things, they suppose them to include all sorts and degrees of Sin. Some, by Sin understand those errors, only allowing an Emphasis in ▪ the ingemination of things, they suppose them to include all sorts and Degrees of Sin. some, by since understand those errors, av-j vvg dt n1 p-acp ▪ dt n1 pp-f n2, pns32 vvb pno32 pc-acp vvi d n2 cc n2 pp-f np1 d, p-acp n1 vvi d n2, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 135 Page 77
886 or ordinary transgressions which men live in the Commission of; or ordinary transgressions which men live in the Commission of; cc j n2 r-crq n2 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 135 Page 77
887 & by Uncleanness the more enorm••s and Conscience wasting sins which they defile themselves withall ▪ s•me again, by Sin understand Actual Sin; & by Uncleanness the more enorm••s and Conscience wasting Sins which they defile themselves withal ▪ s•me again, by since understand Actual since; cc p-acp n1 dt av-dc j cc n1 vvg n2 r-crq pns32 vvb px32 p-acp|d ▪ vvb av, p-acp n1 vvb j n1; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 135 Page 78
888 and by Uncleanness •riginal Sin, which is the root of defilement •• man, and makes all the actions which he doth ▪ polluted. and by Uncleanness •riginal since, which is the root of defilement •• man, and makes all the actions which he does ▪ polluted. cc p-acp n1 j-jn n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 •• n1, cc vvz d dt n2 r-crq pns31 vdz ▪ j-vvn. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 135 Page 78
889 But there is yet another sense which is more generally entertained, and seems mor• appositely to belong to the meaning of the Text, and recommends to us the excellent vertue of this fountain, But there is yet Another sense which is more generally entertained, and seems mor• appositely to belong to the meaning of the Text, and recommends to us the excellent virtue of this fountain, p-acp pc-acp vbz av j-jn n1 r-crq vbz av-dc av-j vvn, cc vvz n1 av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vvz p-acp pno12 dt j n1 pp-f d n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 135 Page 78
890 and its extensive usefullness, viz that by Sin we are to understand the Guilt, and by Uncleanness the Defilement that • contracted by Sin. There are two wofull p••perties of sin, recorded in the word of Go• in which the misery of sinful m•n is comprehended. and its extensive usefulness, videlicet that by since we Are to understand the Gilded, and by Uncleanness the Defilement that • contracted by Sin. There Are two woeful p••perties of since, recorded in the word of Go• in which the misery of sinful m•n is comprehended. cc po31 j n1, av cst p-acp n1 pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi dt j-vvn, cc p-acp n1 dt n1 cst • j-vvn p-acp np1 pc-acp vbr crd j n2 pp-f n1, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f j n1 vbz vvn. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 135 Page 78
891 1. There is a Guilt that is contracted by it; 1. There is a Gilded that is contracted by it; crd pc-acp vbz dt j-vvn cst vbz vvn p-acp pn31; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 136 Page 78
892 which is properly a respect that it bea•s to the Covenant of works, or the Sanction which was added to the Law which God at first gave unto man, Expressed in, Gen. •. 17 In the •• thou •atest thereof thou shalt sur•ly dy, Expounded in, Ezek. 18. 4. The soul that Sinneth, it shal• Dy. This word is therefore used for the punishment of sin, which is properly a respect that it bea•s to the Covenant of works, or the Sanction which was added to the Law which God At First gave unto man, Expressed in, Gen. •. 17 In the •• thou •atest thereof thou shalt sur•ly die, Expounded in, Ezekiel 18. 4. The soul that Sinneth, it shal• Dy. This word is Therefore used for the punishment of since, r-crq vbz av-j dt n1 cst pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc dt n1 r-crq vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 r-crq np1 p-acp ord vvd p-acp n1, vvn p-acp, np1 •. crd p-acp dt •• pns21 vv2 av pns21 vm2 av-j vvi, vvn p-acp, np1 crd crd dt n1 cst vvz, pn31 n1 vvb d n1 vbz av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 136 Page 78
893 or rather for the Guilt by whic• the man l•eth obnoxious unto punishmen• Gen. 4. 7. If thou dost not well Sin lyeth at t•• door. or rather for the Gilded by whic• the man l•eth obnoxious unto punishmen• Gen. 4. 7. If thou dost not well since lies At t•• door. cc av-c p-acp dt j-vvn p-acp n1 dt n1 vvz j p-acp n1 np1 crd crd cs pns21 vd2 xx av n1 vvz p-acp n1 n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 136 Page 78
894 Levit. 20. 20. They shall bear their si•. Levit. 20. 20. They shall bear their si•. np1 crd crd pns32 vmb vvi po32 n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 136 Page 78
895 And in the Levitical Law it is often used f•• the Sacrifice that was offered for sin, And in the Levitical Law it is often used f•• the Sacrifice that was offered for since, cc p-acp dt j n1 pn31 vbz av vvn n1 dt n1 cst vbds vvn p-acp n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 136 Page 78
896 for th• expiation of the Guilt of it, Lev. 4 20. 2• And frequently else where. for th• expiation of the Gilded of it, Lev. 4 20. 2• And frequently Else where. p-acp n1 n1 pp-f dt j-vvn pp-f pn31, np1 crd crd n1 cc av-j av c-crq. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 136 Page 78
897 2. There is also a defilement which the Sin leav•s behind it upon the man: 2. There is also a defilement which the since leav•s behind it upon the man: crd pc-acp vbz av dt n1 r-crq dt n1 vbz p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 137 Page 79
898 and that in respect both of Original and Actual Sin. Original sin is the very pollution of our nature, which makes us unclean things: and that in respect both of Original and Actual Sin. Original since is the very pollution of our nature, which makes us unclean things: cc cst p-acp n1 av-d pp-f j-jn cc j np1 j-jn n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1, r-crq vvz pno12 j n2: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 137 Page 79
899 and hence it is Allegorically and Emphatically set forth by the condition of a New-born Infant, in Ezek. 16. begin. And every actual sin leaves a spot, a stain, a filthiness behind it upon the man that commits it, Ezek. 20. 43. Ye shall remember your wars and all your doings, wherein ye have been defiled. and hence it is Allegorically and Emphatically Set forth by the condition of a Newborn Infant, in Ezekiel 16. begin. And every actual since leaves a spot, a stain, a filthiness behind it upon the man that commits it, Ezekiel 20. 43. You shall Remember your wars and all your doings, wherein you have been defiled. cc av pn31 vbz av-j cc av-j vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, p-acp np1 crd vvb. cc d j n1 vvz dt n1, dt n1, dt n1 p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 cst vvz pn31, np1 crd crd pn22 vmb vvi po22 n2 cc d po22 n2-vdg, c-crq pn22 vhb vbn vvn. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 137 Page 79
900 And this ariseth from the moral respect which sin bears to the Law of God, which is an holy Law, And this arises from the moral respect which since bears to the Law of God, which is an holy Law, cc d vvz p-acp dt j n1 r-crq n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz dt j n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 137 Page 79
901 and men are said to be holy when they observe it; and for this reason sin is said to be an abo•i•able thing, Jer. 44 4. and men Are said to be holy when they observe it; and for this reason since is said to be an abo•i•able thing, Jer. 44 4. cc n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi j c-crq pns32 vvb pn31; cc p-acp d n1 n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi dt j n1, np1 crd crd (7) doctrine (DIV2) 137 Page 79
902 2. In what respect this Sin and Uncleanness ••y be said to be taken away? 2. In what respect this since and Uncleanness ••y be said to be taken away? crd p-acp r-crq n1 d n1 cc n1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi vvn av? (7) doctrine (DIV2) 138 Page 79
903 A. This will be evident from the former; A. This will be evident from the former; np1 d vmb vbi j p-acp dt j; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 139 Page 79
904 for in what respect Sin and Uncleanness cleaveth to the man, in the same it must be removed. for in what respect since and Uncleanness cleaveth to the man, in the same it must be removed. c-acp p-acp r-crq n1 n1 cc n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt d pn31 vmb vbi vvn. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 139 Page 79
905 There is therefore a double taking away of •••, answerable to the twofold misc•i•f which it doth the man, b• its adhesion to him: There is Therefore a double taking away of •••, answerable to the twofold misc•i•f which it does the man, b• its adhesion to him: pc-acp vbz av dt j-jn vvg av pp-f •••, j p-acp dt j n1 r-crq pn31 vdz dt n1, n1 po31 n1 p-acp pno31: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 139 Page 79
906 t•• former is by Justification, the latter by Sanctification. And the•e are two great and comprehensive benefi•s which the Gospel tells us do derive from Christ to us. t•• former is by Justification, the latter by Sanctification. And the•e Are two great and comprehensive benefi•s which the Gospel tells us do derive from christ to us. n1 j vbz p-acp n1, dt d p-acp n1. cc n1 vbr crd j cc j n2 r-crq dt n1 vvz pno12 vdb vvi p-acp np1 p-acp pno12. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 139 Page 79
907 These were in the old Mosaick Law represented, the one by the Sacrifices of A••ement, in which the blood o• the offering was made u•e o•; These were in the old Mosaic Law represented, the one by the Sacrifices of A••ement, in which the blood o• the offering was made u•e o•; np1 vbdr p-acp dt j j n1 vvn, dt pi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq dt n1 n1 dt n1 vbds vvn j n1; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 139 Page 79
908 hence that, Heb. 9. 22. Without the shedding of blood, there is no remession. hence that, Hebrew 9. 22. Without the shedding of blood, there is no remission. av cst, np1 crd crd p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n1, pc-acp vbz dx n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 139 Page 80
909 The other by the many washing• and pu•ifications that men were appointed to make use of. The other by the many washing• and pu•ifications that men were appointed to make use of. dt j-jn p-acp dt d n1 cc n2 cst n2 vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 139 Page 80
910 And some think these two were Emblematized in the blood and water which issued from the body of Christ when he was pierced: Here then, And Some think these two were Emblematized in the blood and water which issued from the body of christ when he was pierced: Here then, cc d vvb d crd vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 r-crq vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 c-crq pns31 vbds vvn: av av, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 139 Page 80
911 1. Sin is taken away by Justification, when the Atonement being accepted for the Sinner, he is pardoned, and his Guilt removed. 1. since is taken away by Justification, when the Atonement being accepted for the Sinner, he is pardoned, and his Gilded removed. crd n1 vbz vvn av p-acp n1, c-crq dt n1 vbg vvn p-acp dt n1, pns31 vbz vvn, cc po31 j-vvn vvd. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 140 Page 80
912 As long as the Law makes its demands of the sinner personally, so long his sin lyeth upon him, & he is Guilty; As long as the Law makes its demands of the sinner personally, so long his since lies upon him, & he is Guilty; p-acp j c-acp dt n1 vvz po31 n2 pp-f dt n1 av-j, av av-j po31 n1 vvz p-acp pno31, cc pns31 vbz j; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 140 Page 80
913 but when this pardon is bestowed, he ceaseth legally to be a Sinner, i. e. He is not a Guilty one, but when this pardon is bestowed, he ceases legally to be a Sinner, i. e. He is not a Guilty one, cc-acp c-crq d n1 vbz vvn, pns31 vvz av-j pc-acp vbi dt n1, sy. sy. pns31 vbz xx dt j pi, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 140 Page 80
914 because he is discharged from the Sentence that was out against him: his sin is in that regard as if it had never been; Because he is discharged from the Sentence that was out against him: his since is in that regard as if it had never been; c-acp pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 cst vbds av p-acp pno31: po31 n1 vbz p-acp d n1 c-acp cs pn31 vhd av-x vbn; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 140 Page 80
915 we read in, Jer. 50. 20. In those days, and in that time, saith the Lord, the iniquity of Israel shall be sought for, we read in, Jer. 50. 20. In those days, and in that time, Says the Lord, the iniquity of Israel shall be sought for, pns12 vvb p-acp, np1 crd crd p-acp d n2, cc p-acp d n1, vvz dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 140 Page 80
916 and th•re shall be none, and the sins of Judah, and they shall not be found; and th•re shall be none, and the Sins of Judah, and they shall not be found; cc av vmb vbi pix, cc dt n2 pp-f np1, cc pns32 vmb xx vbi vvn; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 140 Page 80
917 for I will pardon &c. And this is done by Gods accepting ▪ of a• Atonement, for I will pardon etc. And this is done by God's accepting ▪ of a• Atonement, c-acp pns11 vmb vvi av cc d vbz vdn p-acp n2 vvg ▪ pp-f n1 n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 140 Page 80
918 when he saith as, Job 33. 24 ▪ Deliver him from going down to the pit, I have found a ransome when he Says as, Job 33. 24 ▪ Deliver him from going down to the pit, I have found a ransom c-crq pns31 vvz a-acp, np1 crd crd ▪ vvb pno31 p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1, pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 (7) doctrine (DIV2) 140 Page 80
919 2. Sin is taken away by Sanctification, when God, by his Spirit, applies •is Grace to the Soul, by which he mortifyeth sin, 2. since is taken away by Sanctification, when God, by his Spirit, Applies •is Grace to the Soul, by which he mortifyeth since, crd n1 vbz vvn av p-acp n1, c-crq np1, p-acp po31 n1, vvz n1 n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 141 Page 80
920 and cleanseth it of the defilement which ••e•v•th to it. and Cleanseth it of the defilement which ••e•v•th to it. cc vvz pn31 pp-f dt n1 r-crq vvz p-acp pn31. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 141 Page 80
921 This is called the purgi•g away o• iniquity, Isa. 27. 9. By this shall the iniquity of Jacob be purged. This is called the purgi•g away o• iniquity, Isaiah 27. 9. By this shall the iniquity of Jacob be purged. d vbz vvn dt n1 av n1 n1, np1 crd crd p-acp d vmb dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb vvn. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 141 Page 80
922 And th• purifying of our hearts, Acts 15. 9. And we are all•sively told how it is done, Ezek. 36. 25. I will sprinkle clean water upon you ▪ and ye shall be cleansed from all your filthiness. And th• purifying of our hearts, Acts 15. 9. And we Are all•sively told how it is done, Ezekiel 36. 25. I will sprinkle clean water upon you ▪ and you shall be cleansed from all your filthiness. cc n1 n-vvg pp-f po12 n2, n2 crd crd cc pns12 vbr av-j vvn c-crq pn31 vbz vdn, np1 crd crd pns11 vmb vvi j n1 p-acp pn22 ▪ cc pn22 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d po22 n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 141 Page 81
923 And this is nextly applied to Original sin, by the mortification whereof we are Sanctified, and as sin decreaseth, so Grace encreaseth, which is our purity. And this is nextly applied to Original since, by the mortification whereof we Are Sanctified, and as since decreaseth, so Grace increases, which is our purity. cc d vbz av-j vvn p-acp j-jn n1, p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns12 vbr vvn, cc p-acp n1 vvz, av n1 vvz, r-crq vbz po12 n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 141 Page 81
924 3. What is the Usefulness of this Fountain for such an end? 3. What is the Usefulness of this Fountain for such an end? crd q-crq vbz dt np1 pp-f d n1 p-acp d dt n1? (7) doctrine (DIV2) 142 Page 81
925 A. There are two things to be considered in the Lord Jesus Christ as a Fountain, A. There Are two things to be considered in the Lord jesus christ as a Fountain, np1 pc-acp vbr crd n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 np1 np1 p-acp dt n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 143 Page 81
926 or a Treasury in whom they are laid up, which do suitably and sufficiently Answer these two occasions of Sinful men, viz. his Merit, and his Grace: I shall give some general glances at each of these. or a Treasury in whom they Are laid up, which do suitably and sufficiently Answer these two occasions of Sinful men, viz. his Merit, and his Grace: I shall give Some general glances At each of these. cc dt n1 p-acp ro-crq pns32 vbr vvn a-acp, r-crq vdb av-j cc av-j vvb d crd n2 pp-f j n2, n1 po31 vvi, cc po31 vvi: pns11 vmb vvi d j n2 p-acp d pp-f d. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 143 Page 81
927 1. There is an Infinite Merit fountained in Christ, for the taking away the Guilt of Sin, 1. There is an Infinite Merit fountained in christ, for the taking away the Gilded of since, crd pc-acp vbz dt j vvb vvn p-acp np1, p-acp dt n-vvg av dt j-vvn pp-f n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 144 Page 81
928 & the Justifi•ation of the Sinner. & the Justifi•ation of the Sinner. cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 144 Page 81
929 We observed that this Guilt is an obligation lying upon the Sinner by reason of the threatning, to suffer the penalty menaced by the Law. We observed that this Gilded is an obligation lying upon the Sinner by reason of the threatening, to suffer the penalty menaced by the Law. pns12 vvd cst d j-vvn vbz dt n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt j-vvg, pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvd p-acp dt n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 144 Page 81
930 The Removal of this Guilt, with respect to the Sinner himself, can be only ▪ by a free pardon; The Removal of this Gilded, with respect to the Sinner himself, can be only ▪ by a free pardon; dt n1 pp-f d j-vvn, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 px31, vmb vbi j ▪ p-acp dt j n1; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 144 Page 81
931 for he ha•h nothing of his own to make compensation to the Law withal: for he ha•h nothing of his own to make compensation to the Law withal: c-acp pns31 vhz pix pp-f po31 d pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 av: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 144 Page 81
932 But the removal of it with reference to the Covenant of works, and the Established Rule of Relative Justice in it, m•st be by Justification. But the removal of it with Referente to the Covenant of works, and the Established Rule of Relative justice in it, m•st be by Justification. cc-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc dt vvn n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp pn31, vmb vbi p-acp n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 144 Page 81
933 God, as a Judge, must either Justify or Condemn him, upon his Trial: and yet, in Justifying him, he must also pardon him. God, as a Judge, must either Justify or Condemn him, upon his Trial: and yet, in Justifying him, he must also pardon him. np1, c-acp dt n1, vmb av-d vvi cc vvb pno31, p-acp po31 n1: cc av, p-acp vvg pno31, pns31 vmb av vvi pno31. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 144 Page 82
934 These two are inconsistent in the procedure of humane Judges, but they are inseparable in Gods process upon believer•. These two Are inconsistent in the procedure of humane Judges, but they Are inseparable in God's process upon believer•. np1 crd vbr j p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, cc-acp pns32 vbr j p-acp ng1 n1 p-acp n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 144 Page 82
935 It is called Justifying the Ungodly, Rom. 4 5. But the ungodliness must be forgiven to the person freely, It is called Justifying the Ungodly, Rom. 4 5. But the ungodliness must be forgiven to the person freely, pn31 vbz vvn vvg dt j, np1 crd crd p-acp dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 av-j, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 144 Page 82
936 and so Justification is an act o• Grace, Rom 3. 24. Being Justified freely by •• Grace. and so Justification is an act o• Grace, Rom 3. 24. Being Justified freely by •• Grace. cc av n1 vbz dt n1 n1 n1, np1 crd crd vbg vvn av-j p-acp •• n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 144 Page 82
937 And yet it must be upon a Satisfactio• and Merit, else the Law cannot be answered in it, And yet it must be upon a Satisfactio• and Merit, Else the Law cannot be answered in it, cc av pn31 vmb vbi p-acp dt np1 cc n1, av dt n1 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp pn31, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 144 Page 82
938 nor the Justice of God consist ▪ with •• Grace, and it must so do; Verse 26. That God may be just, and the Justifier of him that believeth. nor the justice of God consist ▪ with •• Grace, and it must so do; Verse 26. That God may be just, and the Justifier of him that Believeth. ccx dt n1 pp-f np1 vvi ▪ p-acp •• n1, cc pn31 vmb av vdi; vvb crd cst np1 vmb vbi j, cc dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvz. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 144 Page 82
939 In this Justification there are two thing• ▪ viz. the pardon of sin, and the declaring the pers•n righteous; In this Justification there Are two thing• ▪ viz. the pardon of since, and the declaring the pers•n righteous; p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbr crd n1 ▪ n1 dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt vvg dt n1 j; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 144 Page 82
940 •or which there must be found the Law answered in both parties; •or which there must be found the Law answered in both parties; j r-crq a-acp vmb vbi vvn dt n1 vvd p-acp d n2; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 144 Page 82
941 the threa••ing must be satisfied for, which is to be do•• by a bearing of the whole penalty denounced against the Sinner for sin; the threa••ing must be satisfied for, which is to be do•• by a bearing of the Whole penalty denounced against the Sinner for since; dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp, r-crq vbz pc-acp vbi n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt j-jn n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 144 Page 82
942 and the condition of the promise of life must be complied with, which is by perfect Obedience to the whole Law. and the condition of the promise of life must be complied with, which is by perfect obedience to the Whole Law. cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp, r-crq vbz p-acp j n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 144 Page 82
943 That this may be done fo• the Si•ner by a Surety, the Gospel assureth us; That this may be done fo• the Si•ner by a Surety, the Gospel assureth us; cst d vmb vbi vdn n1 dt n1 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vvz pno12; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 144 Page 82
944 and that Christ was a Surety on this account, we are there informed, Heb. 7. 22. Jesus was made a Surety of a better Covenant. and that christ was a Surety on this account, we Are there informed, Hebrew 7. 22. jesus was made a Surety of a better Covenant. cc cst np1 vbds dt n1 p-acp d n1, pns12 vbr a-acp vvn, np1 crd crd np1 vbds vvn dt n1 pp-f dt jc n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 144 Page 82
945 A•d this is also implied in that ▪ 2 Cor. 5. 21. He hath made him sin for us, who kn•w no sin; A•d this is also implied in that ▪ 2 Cor. 5. 21. He hath made him since for us, who kn•w no since; vvd d vbz av vvn p-acp d ▪ crd np1 crd crd pns31 vhz vvn pno31 n1 p-acp pno12, r-crq vvd dx n1; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 144 Page 82
946 that w• might be made the righteousness of God through him. that w• might be made the righteousness of God through him. cst n1 vmd vbi vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 144 Page 82
947 And those several expressions amount to as much, Isa. 53. 4, 5, 6. He hath born our griefs, and carried our sorrows; And those several expressions amount to as much, Isaiah 53. 4, 5, 6. He hath born our griefs, and carried our sorrows; cc d j n2 vvi p-acp a-acp av-d, np1 crd crd, crd, crd pns31 vhz vvn po12 n2, cc vvd po12 n2; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 144 Page 83
948 he was wounded for our transgressions, &c. Now Christ, by the Redemption that he wrought out, ••id in an ▪ infinite treasure of Righteousness for this end, he was wounded for our transgressions, etc. Now christ, by the Redemption that he wrought out, ••id in an ▪ infinite treasure of Righteousness for this end, pns31 vbds vvn p-acp po12 n2, av av np1, p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vvd av, vdd p-acp dt ▪ j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 144 Page 83
949 and on this account it is called, the Righteousness of God, Phil ▪ 3 9. Rom. 3. 21. And Everlasting Righteousness, Dan 9 24. the satisfaction and merit of it is sufficient to expiate the guilt of all sins, 1 Joh. 5. 7. The Blood of Christ cleanseth from all sin. and on this account it is called, the Righteousness of God, Philip ▪ 3 9. Rom. 3. 21. And Everlasting Righteousness, Dan 9 24. the satisfaction and merit of it is sufficient to expiate the guilt of all Sins, 1 John 5. 7. The Blood of christ Cleanseth from all since. cc p-acp d n1 pn31 vbz vvn, dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 ▪ crd crd np1 crd crd cc j n1, uh crd crd dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n2, crd np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp d n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 144 Page 83
950 There is a boundless Ocean of vertue in him, so that he is able to save to the uttermost all that come to him, Heb. 7. 25. 2. There is an incompr•hensible fulness of Gra•• in Christ, which he is able to communicate to us for our Sanctification. There is a boundless Ocean of virtue in him, so that he is able to save to the uttermost all that come to him, Hebrew 7. 25. 2. There is an incompr•hensible fullness of Gra•• in christ, which he is able to communicate to us for our Sanctification. pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31, av d pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j d cst vvb p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd crd pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1, r-crq pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 144 Page 83
951 Not only had h• in him an unmeasurable fulness of Grace; Not only had h• in him an unmeasurable fullness of Grace; xx av-j vhd n1 p-acp pno31 dt j n1 pp-f n1; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 145 Page 83
952 and hence he is said to be full of Grace, Joh 1. 14. to have an universal fulness in him, Col. 1. 19. It pleased the Father that in him should all fullness dwell. and hence he is said to be full of Grace, John 1. 14. to have an universal fullness in him, Col. 1. 19. It pleased the Father that in him should all fullness dwell. cc av pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi j pp-f n1, np1 crd crd p-acp vhi dt j n1 p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd pn31 vvd dt n1 cst p-acp pno31 vmd av-d n1 vvi. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 145 Page 83
953 Not only to have Grace poured forth on his lips, Psal. 45. 2. but to be anointed with the oyl of gladness above his fellows, ver. 7. Yea we are told, that God giveth not the Spirit by measure to him, Joh. 3. 34 But he received it as a Fountain or Store house, that he might communicate it; Not only to have Grace poured forth on his lips, Psalm 45. 2. but to be anointed with the oil of gladness above his Fellows, ver. 7. Yea we Are told, that God gives not the Spirit by measure to him, John 3. 34 But he received it as a Fountain or Store house, that he might communicate it; xx av-j pc-acp vhi n1 vvd av p-acp po31 n2, np1 crd crd p-acp p-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n2, fw-la. crd uh pns12 vbr vvn, cst np1 vvz xx dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd p-acp pns31 vvd pn31 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi pn31; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 145 Page 83
954 hence that, Joh. 1. 16. Of his fulness we all receive, and grace for •race. hence that, John 1. 16. Of his fullness we all receive, and grace for •race. av cst, np1 crd crd pp-f po31 n1 pns12 d vvb, cc n1 p-acp n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 145 Page 83
955 For this reason he is said to be made Sanctification to us, 1 Cor. 1. 30. There is no Grace that we can want, For this reason he is said to be made Sanctification to us, 1 Cor. 1. 30. There is no Grace that we can want, p-acp d n1 pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi vvn n1 p-acp pno12, crd np1 crd crd pc-acp vbz dx n1 cst pns12 vmb vvi, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 145 Page 84
956 but there is enough of •• with him to bestow upon us, and furnish •• therewith for New Obedience, that we ma• be so enabled to glorifie God in our lives ▪ Nor is there any duty that he calls us to, •• hard but that he can supply us with abundant ability to discharge it, but there is enough of •• with him to bestow upon us, and furnish •• therewith for New obedience, that we ma• be so enabled to Glorify God in our lives ▪ Nor is there any duty that he calls us to, •• hard but that he can supply us with abundant ability to discharge it, cc-acp pc-acp vbz d pp-f •• p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12, cc vvi •• av p-acp j n1, cst pns12 n1 vbi av vvn pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp po12 n2 ▪ ccx vbz pc-acp d n1 cst pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp, •• av-j cc-acp cst pns31 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp j n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 145 Page 84
957 and carry us through it to his glory. and carry us through it to his glory. cc vvb pno12 p-acp pn31 p-acp po31 n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 145 Page 84
958 Paul could be confident of this, Phil. 4. 〈 ◊ 〉 I can do all things through Christ strengthening of me. Paul could be confident of this, Philip 4. 〈 ◊ 〉 I can do all things through christ strengthening of me. np1 vmd vbi j pp-f d, np1 crd 〈 sy 〉 pns11 vmb vdi d n2 p-acp np1 vvg pp-f pno11. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 145 Page 84
959 It is the work of his Spirit to convey this Grace from him to as, Joh. 16. 14. He shall receive of mine, and shew it unto you. It is the work of his Spirit to convey this Grace from him to as, John 16. 14. He shall receive of mine, and show it unto you. pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp a-acp, np1 crd crd pns31 vmb vvi pp-f png11, cc vvi pn31 p-acp pn22. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 145 Page 84
960 And he who is priviledged with this indwelling Spirit, needs not be discouraged at any thing which God lays in his way as duty, And he who is privileged with this indwelling Spirit, needs not be discouraged At any thing which God lays in his Way as duty, cc pns31 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp d j-vvg n1, vvz xx vbi vvn p-acp d n1 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 145 Page 84
961 but may confide in this, that Christ can and will be with him, and carry him through victoriously, over all that would obstruct him in it: but may confide in this, that christ can and will be with him, and carry him through victoriously, over all that would obstruct him in it: cc-acp vmb vvi p-acp d, cst np1 vmb cc vmb vbi p-acp pno31, cc vvi pno31 p-acp av-j, p-acp d cst vmd vvi pno31 p-acp pn31: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 145 Page 84
962 and this is the ground upon which he bids his people, though weak in themselves, not to be afraid, Isa. 41. 14. Fe•• not thou 〈 ◊ 〉 Jacob, and this is the ground upon which he bids his people, though weak in themselves, not to be afraid, Isaiah 41. 14. Fe•• not thou 〈 ◊ 〉 Jacob, cc d vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1, cs j p-acp px32, xx pc-acp vbi j, np1 crd crd np1 xx pns21 〈 sy 〉 np1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 145 Page 84
963 and the men of Israel, I will help thee saith the Lord, and thy Redeemer. His Grace hath a cleansing vertue in it; and the men of Israel, I will help thee Says the Lord, and thy Redeemer. His Grace hath a cleansing virtue in it; cc dt n2 pp-f np1, pns11 vmb vvi pno21 vvz dt n1, cc po21 n1. po31 n1 vhz dt vvg n1 p-acp pn31; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 145 Page 84
964 and though we are at present Sanctified but in part, yet this is not through any defect in his vertue, and though we Are At present Sanctified but in part, yet this is not through any defect in his virtue, cc cs pns12 vbr p-acp j j-vvn p-acp p-acp n1, av d vbz xx p-acp d n1 p-acp po31 n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 145 Page 84
965 but because he will carry the work on in his, gradually, for holy ends, and that he may learn them the experience of the spiritual warfare, but Because he will carry the work on in his, gradually, for holy ends, and that he may Learn them the experience of the spiritual warfare, cc-acp c-acp pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp p-acp po31, av-jn, c-acp j n2, cc cst pns31 vmb vvi pno32 dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 145 Page 84
966 whiles they abide in this li•e: while they abide in this li•e: cs pns32 vvb p-acp d n1: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 145 Page 84
967 yet he who carries it on by degrees, will give us the experience of the fulness of it, yet he who carries it on by Degrees, will give us the experience of the fullness of it, av pns31 r-crq vvz pn31 a-acp p-acp n2, vmb vvi pno12 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 145 Page 85
968 when he shall have purged away all our iniquities, and made us entire and spotless, which we are assured is the design to which his Redemption leads, Eph. 5. 25, 26, 27. Christ loved the Church, when he shall have purged away all our iniquities, and made us entire and spotless, which we Are assured is the Design to which his Redemption leads, Ephesians 5. 25, 26, 27. christ loved the Church, c-crq pns31 vmb vhi vvn av d po12 n2, cc vvd pno12 j cc j, r-crq pns12 vbr vvn vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq po31 n1 vvz, np1 crd crd, crd, crd np1 vvd dt n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 145 Page 85
969 and gave himself for it, that he might sanctifie, &c. and present it to himself a glorious Church, not having spot or wrinkle, or any such thing. and gave himself for it, that he might sanctify, etc. and present it to himself a glorious Church, not having spot or wrinkle, or any such thing. cc vvd px31 p-acp pn31, cst pns31 vmd vvi, av cc vvi pn31 pc-acp px31 dt j n1, xx vhg n1 cc n1, cc d d n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 145 Page 85
970 8. That where this fountain is savingly applied, it shall take away the sin and uncleanness of the people of God. 8. That where this fountain is savingly applied, it shall take away the since and uncleanness of the people of God. crd cst c-crq d n1 vbz av-vvg vvn, pn31 vmb vvi av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 146 Page 85
971 This shall be the certain and unfailing operation of it. This shall be the certain and unfailing operation of it. d vmb vbi dt j cc j n1 pp-f pn31. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 146 Page 85
972 If ever the vertue of Christ's Redemption be communicated to any of the Children of men, it shall certainly have this operation upon them; If ever the virtue of Christ's Redemption be communicated to any of the Children of men, it shall Certainly have this operation upon them; cs av dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vbb vvn p-acp d pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2, pn31 vmb av-j vhi d n1 p-acp pno32; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 146 Page 85
973 it is an inseparable quality of the fountain. This Proposition may be laid open in the following Conclusions. it is an inseparable quality of the fountain. This Proposition may be laid open in the following Conclusions. pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1. d n1 vmb vbi vvn j p-acp dt vvg n2. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 146 Page 85
974 1. That the great errand on which Christ was sent into the world, was to take away the sins of his people. 1. That the great errand on which christ was sent into the world, was to take away the Sins of his people. crd cst dt j n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, vbds pc-acp vvi av dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 147 Page 85
975 We have before observed that it was our sin that gave the occasion for the opening of this fountain, We have before observed that it was our since that gave the occasion for the opening of this fountain, pns12 vhb a-acp vvn cst pn31 vbds po12 n1 cst vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 147 Page 85
976 and why did Christ take an occasion from thence to appear in the state of a Redeemer, and why did christ take an occasion from thence to appear in the state of a Redeemer, cc q-crq vdd np1 vvi dt n1 p-acp av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 147 Page 85
977 but that he might remove it? Joh. 1. 29. Behold the Lamb of God, which taketh away the sin of the world. but that he might remove it? John 1. 29. Behold the Lamb of God, which Takes away the since of the world. cc-acp cst pns31 vmd vvi pn31? np1 crd crd vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvz av dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 147 Page 85
978 Mat 1. 21. He shall save his people from their sins. Mathew 1. 21. He shall save his people from their Sins. np1 crd crd pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp po32 n2. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 147 Page 85
979 It was not to reconcile God to sin, but to reconcile Sinners to God, 2 Cor. 5. 19. God was in Christ reconciling the world to himself; It was not to reconcile God to since, but to reconcile Sinners to God, 2 Cor. 5. 19. God was in christ reconciling the world to himself; pn31 vbds xx pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp np1, crd np1 crd crd np1 vbds p-acp np1 n-vvg dt n1 p-acp px31; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 147 Page 86
980 which recon••liation could be made in no other way, •• by the removal of that which had made t•• distance, which was nothing else but sin, 〈 ◊ 〉 59. 2. Your iniquities have separated between 〈 ◊ 〉 and your God. which recon••liation could be made in no other Way, •• by the removal of that which had made t•• distance, which was nothing Else but since, 〈 ◊ 〉 59. 2. Your iniquities have separated between 〈 ◊ 〉 and your God. r-crq n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dx j-jn n1, •• p-acp dt n1 pp-f d r-crq vhd vvn n1 n1, r-crq vbds pix av cc-acp n1, 〈 sy 〉 crd crd po22 n2 vhb vvn p-acp 〈 sy 〉 cc po22 n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 147 Page 86
981 It was because sin had ma•• the world an Hospital, that Christ was se• into it to come as an healer, a Physician, and so he compares himself, in Mat. 9. 13. 2. That the whole business of his Humiliati•• was to enable him thus to do. It was Because since had ma•• the world an Hospital, that christ was se• into it to come as an healer, a physician, and so he compares himself, in Mathew 9. 13. 2. That the Whole business of his Humiliati•• was to enable him thus to do. pn31 vbds p-acp n1 vhd n1 dt n1 dt n1, cst np1 vbds n1 p-acp pn31 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, dt n1, cc av pns31 vvz px31, p-acp np1 crd crd crd cst dt j-jn n1 pp-f po31 np1 vbds pc-acp vvi pno31 av pc-acp vdi. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 147 Page 86
982 Christ was n• only to be the Physician, but the Physick to• all the sanative vertue by which Souls who• sin had deadlily wounded, might be cure• must proceed from him: christ was n• only to be the physician, but the Physic to• all the sanative virtue by which Souls who• since had deadlily wounded, might be cure• must proceed from him: np1 vbds n1 j pc-acp vbi dt n1, cc-acp dt n1 n1 d dt j n1 p-acp r-crq n2 n1 n1 vhd av-j vvn, vmd vbi n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno31: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 148 Page 86
983 there must ther• fore be such a vertue in him; there must ther• before be such a virtue in him; pc-acp vmb n1 a-acp vbb d dt n1 p-acp pno31; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 148 Page 86
984 and there m•• be an infinite fulness of it, that it might extend to all sin, and there m•• be an infinite fullness of it, that it might extend to all since, cc pc-acp n1 vbi dt j n1 pp-f pn31, cst pn31 vmd vvi p-acp d n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 148 Page 86
985 and compleatly heal Sinners o• i•. and completely heal Sinners o• i•. cc av-j vvi n2 n1 n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 148 Page 86
986 He must be able to save to the uttermost, Heb. 7. 25. And for this he must be a Divine person, cloathed with an Humane nature, He must be able to save to the uttermost, Hebrew 7. 25. And for this he must be a Divine person, clothed with an Humane nature, pns31 vmb vbb j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j, np1 crd crd cc p-acp d pns31 vmb vbi dt j-jn n1, vvn p-acp dt j n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 148 Page 86
987 and in that nature he must accomplish all that which was necessary for the fitting of him unto this great work. and in that nature he must accomplish all that which was necessary for the fitting of him unto this great work. cc p-acp d n1 pns31 vmb vvi d d r-crq vbds j p-acp dt vvg pp-f pno31 p-acp d j n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 148 Page 86
988 Now this he did in his state of Humiliation; Now this he did in his state of Humiliation; av d pns31 vdd p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 148 Page 86
989 the application of this belongs especially to his Exalted State, Acts 5. 31. Him hath God exalted, &c. to give Repentance to Israel, and remission of sins; the application of this belongs especially to his Exalted State, Acts 5. 31. Him hath God exalted, etc. to give Repentance to Israel, and remission of Sins; dt n1 pp-f d vvz av-j p-acp po31 vvn n1, n2 crd crd pno31 vhz np1 vvn, av pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp np1, cc n1 pp-f n2; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 148 Page 86
990 but he laid in for it in bis humbled state, which was therefore introductory to the other, but he laid in for it in bis humbled state, which was Therefore introductory to the other, p-acp pns31 vvd p-acp p-acp pn31 p-acp fw-la vvn n1, r-crq vbds av n1 p-acp dt n-jn, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 148 Page 86
991 as we are told in Phil. 2. 7, 8. 9. In this he made the atonement, without which Guilt could never have been removed; as we Are told in Philip 2. 7, 8. 9. In this he made the atonement, without which Gilded could never have been removed; c-acp pns12 vbr vvn p-acp np1 crd crd, crd crd p-acp d pns31 vvd dt n1, p-acp r-crq j-vvn vmd av-x vhi vbn vvn; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 148 Page 87
992 hitherto belongs that, • Cor. 5. 21. He was made sin for us, that we might be made the righteousness of God through him, in this his blood was made cleansing blood, hitherto belongs that, • Cor. 5. 21. He was made since for us, that we might be made the righteousness of God through him, in this his blood was made cleansing blood, av vvz cst, • np1 crd crd pns31 vbds vvn n1 p-acp pno12, cst pns12 vmd vbi vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31, p-acp d po31 n1 vbds vvn vvg n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 148 Page 87
993 for the purifying us from all our iniquities, according to, 1 Joh. 1. 7. The Blood of Christ cleanseth from all sin. for the purifying us from all our iniquities, according to, 1 John 1. 7. The Blood of christ Cleanseth from all since. p-acp dt n-vvg pno12 p-acp d po12 n2, vvg pc-acp, crd np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp d n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 148 Page 87
994 3. That the Reason of this was, because there were some that needed it, whom God purposed to make partakers in the benefits of it. 3. That the Reason of this was, Because there were Some that needed it, whom God purposed to make partakers in the benefits of it. crd cst dt n1 pp-f d vbds, c-acp pc-acp vbdr d cst vvd pn31, r-crq np1 vvd pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 149 Page 87
995 As, if mans sin had not brought him to that exigency, that without such a fountain he must have perished for ever, Christ had not come; As, if men since had not brought him to that exigency, that without such a fountain he must have perished for ever, christ had not come; a-acp, cs ng1 n1 vhd xx vvn pno31 p-acp d n1, cst p-acp d dt n1 pns31 vmb vhi vvn p-acp av, np1 vhd xx vvn; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 149 Page 87
996 so, if God had not resolved to impart the efficacy of it to some such necessitous ones, he would never have been at the charge of providing it. so, if God had not resolved to impart the efficacy of it to Some such necessitous ones, he would never have been At the charge of providing it. av, cs np1 vhd xx vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp d d j pi2, pns31 vmd av-x vhi vbn p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg pn31. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 149 Page 87
997 God did not only intend the provision and exhibition of this fountain, that so if any would come to, God did not only intend the provision and exhibition of this fountain, that so if any would come to, np1 vdd xx av-j vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1, cst av cs d vmd vvi p-acp, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 149 Page 87
998 and make use of it, they might be saved from their Sins by it; and make use of it, they might be saved from their Sins by it; cc vvi n1 pp-f pn31, pns32 vmd vbi vvn p-acp po32 n2 p-acp pn31; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 149 Page 87
999 if that had been all, Christ had died in vain; for it is certain that none of fallen men would ever of their own accord come to him: if that had been all, christ had died in vain; for it is certain that none of fallen men would ever of their own accord come to him: cs d vhd vbn d, np1 vhd vvn p-acp j; p-acp pn31 vbz j cst pix pp-f j-vvn n2 vmd av pp-f po32 d n1 vvn p-acp pno31: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 149 Page 87
1000 that is true of all, till Christ draws them, Joh. 5. 40. Ye will not come unto me that ye may have life: that is true of all, till christ draws them, John 5. 40. You will not come unto me that you may have life: cst vbz j pp-f d, c-acp np1 vvz pno32, np1 crd crd pn22 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno11 cst pn22 vmb vhi n1: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 149 Page 87
1001 The natural man loveth his Sin, and delighteth to wallow in the mire of his uncleanness; The natural man loves his since, and delights to wallow in the mire of his uncleanness; dt j n1 vvz po31 n1, cc vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 149 Page 87
1002 but God chose some from eternity to be made the monuments of his rich Grace, in taking away all their iniquities; but God chosen Some from eternity to be made the monuments of his rich Grace, in taking away all their iniquities; cc-acp np1 vvd d p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi vvn dt n2 pp-f po31 j n1, p-acp vvg av d po32 n2; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 149 Page 87
1003 and he provided Christ for this end; and he provided christ for this end; cc pns31 vvd np1 p-acp d n1; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 149 Page 88
1004 and therefore all such he designed this for, shall come to Christ, J• 6. 37. All that the father hath given me, sha• come unto me; and Therefore all such he designed this for, shall come to christ, J• 6. 37. All that the father hath given me, sha• come unto me; cc av d d pns31 vvd d p-acp, vmb vvi p-acp np1, np1 crd crd av-d d dt n1 vhz vvn pno11, n1 vvb p-acp pno11; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 149 Page 88
1005 they shall be cleansed, and washed and healed ▪ they shall be cleansed, and washed and healed ▪ pns32 vmb vbi vvn, cc vvd cc vvd ▪ (7) doctrine (DIV2) 149 Page 88
1006 4. That they may partake in this benefit, there must be a saving application of the vertue of it t• them. 4. That they may partake in this benefit, there must be a Saving application of the virtue of it t• them. crd cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp d n1, pc-acp vmb vbi dt j-vvg n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31 n1 pno32. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 150 Page 88
1007 These waters quench the thirst of the Soul, by being drank of; These waters quench the thirst of the Soul, by being drank of; d n2 vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp vbg vvn pp-f; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 150 Page 88
1008 they wash off the Guilt and filth which cleaves to the Soul, by being washed with them; they wash off the Gilded and filth which cleaves to the Soul, by being washed with them; pns32 vvb a-acp dt j-vvn cc n1 r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1, p-acp vbg vvn p-acp pno32; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 150 Page 88
1009 they heal the mortal diseases which Sin had infected •• withal, by the influence of the sanative vertue of them on the Soul. It is not enough that they have all these good qualities •• them: they heal the Mortal diseases which since had infected •• withal, by the influence of the sanative virtue of them on the Soul. It is not enough that they have all these good qualities •• them: pns32 vvb dt j-jn n2 r-crq n1 vhd vvn •• av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp dt n1 pn31 vbz xx av-d cst pns32 vhb d d j n2 •• pno32: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 150 Page 88
1010 the Gospel therefore acquaints us with an Application consequent upon the Redempti•• wrought out by Christ, whereby he becomes ours, the Gospel Therefore acquaints us with an Application consequent upon the Redempti•• wrought out by christ, whereby he becomes ours, dt n1 av vvz pno12 p-acp dt n1 j p-acp dt np1 vvn av p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vvz png12, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 150 Page 88
1011 and we are saved by him; and we Are saved by him; cc pns12 vbr vvn p-acp pno31; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 150 Page 88
1012 and hereupon life is restrained to our having of Christ ▪ 1 Joh. 5. 12. He that hath the Son, hath life, and hereupon life is restrained to our having of christ ▪ 1 John 5. 12. He that hath the Son, hath life, cc av n1 vbz vvn p-acp po12 vhg pp-f np1 ▪ vvn np1 crd crd pns31 cst vhz dt n1, vhz n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 150 Page 88
1013 and he that hath not the Son, hath not life. and he that hath not the Son, hath not life. cc pns31 cst vhz xx dt n1, vhz xx n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 150 Page 88
1014 5. It is savingly applied to those only who com• to him by saving faith in him for it. 5. It is savingly applied to those only who com• to him by Saving faith in him for it. crd pn31 vbz av-vvg vvn p-acp d av-j r-crq n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp vvg n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp pn31. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 151 Page 88
1015 Faith is the uniting Grace by which we are made one with Christ, and receive him to be our own for all the ends of his Mediatorship. Faith is the uniting Grace by which we Are made one with christ, and receive him to be our own for all the ends of his Mediatorship. n1 vbz dt n-vvg n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr vvn pi p-acp np1, cc vvi pno31 pc-acp vbi po12 d p-acp d dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 151 Page 88
1016 This therefore is the great Gospel condition on which Christ is offered to be made ours, This Therefore is the great Gospel condition on which christ is offered to be made ours, np1 av vbz dt j n1 n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi vvn png12, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 151 Page 88
1017 and we are given to understand, that if thus we do not receive him, we shall not partake in his saving mercies; and we Are given to understand, that if thus we do not receive him, we shall not partake in his Saving Mercies; cc pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi, cst cs av pns12 vdb xx vvi pno31, pns12 vmb xx vvi p-acp po31 vvg n2; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 151 Page 89
1018 Mark 16. 16. He that be•ieves shall be saved, and he that believes not shall •e damned. Mark 16. 16. He that be•ieves shall be saved, and he that believes not shall •e damned. vvb crd crd pns31 cst vvz vmb vbi vvn, cc pns31 cst vvz xx vmb vvi j-vvn. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 151 Page 89
1019 And as faith comes to Christ, so it draws the waters out of this fountain, it fetcheth in supplies from Christ continually, Heb. 10. 38. The Just shall live by his faith. And as faith comes to christ, so it draws the waters out of this fountain, it Fetches in supplies from christ continually, Hebrew 10. 38. The Just shall live by his faith. cc p-acp n1 vvz p-acp np1, av pn31 vvz dt n2 av pp-f d n1, pn31 vvz p-acp n2 p-acp np1 av-j, np1 crd crd dt j vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 151 Page 89
1020 6. God himself is the Author of this Faith in order to our participation in these benefits. 6. God himself is the Author of this Faith in order to our participation in these benefits. crd np1 px31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n1 p-acp d n2. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 152 Page 89
1021 Faith is not of our selves, it is the gift of God, Eph. 2. 8. God by his Spirit puts this grace into us, Faith is not of our selves, it is the gift of God, Ephesians 2. 8. God by his Spirit puts this grace into us, n1 vbz xx pp-f po12 n2, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd np1 p-acp po31 n1 vvz d n1 p-acp pno12, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 152 Page 89
1022 and enables us to exert it, and that which he aims at in this, is to bring us to Christ by it, and enables us to exert it, and that which he aims At in this, is to bring us to christ by it, cc vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi pn31, cc cst r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp p-acp d, vbz pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp np1 p-acp pn31, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 152 Page 89
1023 and so give us a title to these living waters, that they may be ours, and so give us a title to these living waters, that they may be ours, cc av vvb pno12 dt n1 p-acp d j-vvg n2, cst pns32 vmb vbi png12, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 152 Page 89
1024 and we may challenge a property in them, and make use of them for all our occasions continually. and we may challenge a property in them, and make use of them for all our occasions continually. cc pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp pno32, cc vvi n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp d po12 n2 av-j. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 152 Page 89
1025 7. Hence all that do thus come to him shall receive this vertue from him. 7. Hence all that do thus come to him shall receive this virtue from him. crd av d cst vdb av vvi p-acp pno31 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp pno31. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 153 Page 89
1026 Whosoever is united unto Christ, the fountain of life, shall live by him: Where God gives faith, he gives all that is connected in the pro•ise with it. Whosoever is united unto christ, the fountain of life, shall live by him: Where God gives faith, he gives all that is connected in the pro•ise with it. r-crq vbz vvn p-acp np1, dt n1 pp-f n1, vmb vvi p-acp pno31: c-crq np1 vvz n1, pns31 vvz d cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn31. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 153 Page 89
1027 All saving good is firmly promised to believing; All Saving good is firmly promised to believing; av-d vvg av-j vbz av-j vvn p-acp vvg; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 153 Page 89
1028 God therefore on our believing, pardons our sin, the Guilt of it passeth off, our persons are freed from Condemnation: God Therefore on our believing, Pardons our since, the Gilded of it passes off, our Persons Are freed from Condemnation: np1 av p-acp po12 vvg, vvz po12 n1, dt j-vvn pp-f pn31 vvz a-acp, po12 n2 vbr vvn p-acp n1: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 153 Page 89
1029 and he sanctifies our hearts, by laying a foundation of holiness in us, which though imperfect at present, and he Sanctifies our hearts, by laying a Foundation of holiness in us, which though imperfect At present, cc pns31 vvz po12 n2, p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12, r-crq cs j p-acp j, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 153 Page 89
1030 and mixed with de••lement, yet shall in due time aim at entire holiness, without spot or blemish: and mixed with de••lement, yet shall in due time aim At entire holiness, without spot or blemish: cc vvn p-acp n1, av vmb p-acp j-jn n1 vvb p-acp j n1, p-acp n1 cc n1: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 153 Page 89
1031 Hence we have that title put upon believing, Heb. 10. 39. We are of them that believe, to the 〈 ◊ 〉 of the Soul. Hence we have that title put upon believing, Hebrew 10. 39. We Are of them that believe, to the 〈 ◊ 〉 of the Soul. av pns12 vhb d n1 vvd p-acp vvg, np1 crd crd pns12 vbr pp-f pno32 cst vvb, p-acp dt 〈 sy 〉 pp-f dt n1 (7) doctrine (DIV2) 153 Page 90
1032 USE I. This may serve to Commend Chri•• to the Sinful Children of men, as a desira•• object. USE I This may serve to Commend Chri•• to the Sinful Children of men, as a desira•• Object. vvb uh d vmb vvi pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n2, c-acp dt n1 n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 154 Page 90
1033 And surely, there is nothing that 〈 ◊ 〉 more set him forth as a suitable and necessa• one, than this consideration. And surely, there is nothing that 〈 ◊ 〉 more Set him forth as a suitable and necessa• one, than this consideration. cc av-j, pc-acp vbz pix cst 〈 sy 〉 av-dc vvi pno31 av p-acp dt j cc n1 pi, cs d n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 154 Page 90
1034 In nothing co•• he have been more accommodable to the co•dition of fallen man, for his relief. In nothing co•• he have been more accommodable to the co•dition of fallen man, for his relief. p-acp pix n1 pns31 vhb vbn av-dc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-vvn n1, p-acp po31 n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 154 Page 90
1035 Let th• the contemplation of this draw your eyes a• your hearts after him, and render him in y•• esteem most precious and desirable. And • this end Consider. Let th• the contemplation of this draw your eyes a• your hearts After him, and render him in y•• esteem most precious and desirable. And • this end Consider. vvb n1 dt n1 pp-f d vvb po22 n2 n1 po22 n2 p-acp pno31, cc vvi pno31 p-acp n1 vvi av-ds j cc j. cc • d n1 vvi. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 154 Page 90
1036 1. You are all by nature under the Guilt and • filement of Sin. This is the state of all mankind and indeed, 1. You Are all by nature under the Gilded and • filement of Sin. This is the state of all mankind and indeed, crd pn22 vbr d p-acp n1 p-acp dt j-vvn cc • n1 pp-f np1 d vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1 cc av, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 155 Page 90
1037 if we look upon Sin in its rela••ons, it will infer this. if we look upon since in its rela••ons, it will infer this. cs pns12 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n2, pn31 vmb vvi d. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 155 Page 90
1038 As it relates to the ••venant of works, and the Sanctions of that, • it involves Guilt; Sin is the Transgression of •• La•, and that Law hath ordained Death to • the wages of every Transgression of it, Rom 6. 23 The wages of sin is Death. As it relates to the ••venant of works, and the Sanctions of that, • it involves Gilded; since is the Transgression of •• La•, and that Law hath ordained Death to • the wages of every Transgression of it, Rom 6. 23 The wages of since is Death. p-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc dt n2 pp-f d, • pn31 vvz j-vvn; n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f •• np1, cc d n1 vhz vvn n1 pc-acp • dt n2 pp-f d n1 pp-f pn31, np1 crd crd dt n2 pp-f n1 vbz n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 155 Page 90
1039 And by vertue of this Ordination; the Sinner is held a fa• Prisoner of the Law, obnoxious to destruction. And by virtue of this Ordination; the Sinner is held a fa• Prisoner of the Law, obnoxious to destruction. cc p-acp n1 pp-f d n1; dt n1 vbz vvn dt n1 n1 pp-f dt n1, j p-acp n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 155 Page 90
1040 And if we look upon Sin as it relates •• the Sanctity or purity of the Law of God, •• it pollutes the man, stains him with uncleanne• Now there is none of you but besides the imputation of the Guilt of the first Transgression have a corrupt fountain of Original Sin in yo•• and innumerable actual pollutions, which you have made your selves odious withall: And if we look upon since as it relates •• the Sanctity or purity of the Law of God, •• it pollutes the man, stains him with uncleanne• Now there is none of you but beside the imputation of the Gilded of the First Transgression have a corrupt fountain of Original since in yo•• and innumerable actual pollutions, which you have made your selves odious withal: cc cs pns12 vvb p-acp n1 c-acp pn31 vvz •• dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, •• pn31 vvz dt n1, vvz pno31 p-acp n1 av pc-acp vbz pix pp-f pn22 cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn pp-f dt ord n1 vhb dt j n1 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp n1 cc j j n2, r-crq pn22 vhb vvn po22 n2 j av: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 155 Page 91
1041 hence that, Prov. 20. 9. Who can say I have made mine ••art clean, I am pure from my sin? hence that, Curae 20. 9. Who can say I have made mine ••art clean, I am pure from my since? av cst, np1 crd crd q-crq vmb vvi pns11 vhb vvn po11 n1 j, pns11 vbm j p-acp po11 n1? (7) doctrine (DIV2) 155 Page 91
1042 2. Your misery is unconceivably great whiles you are under the Dominion of these. Indeed all mans misery began upon his Sinning: 2. Your misery is unconceivably great while you Are under the Dominion of these. Indeed all men misery began upon his Sinning: crd po22 n1 vbz av-j j cs pn22 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f d. av d ng1 n1 vvd p-acp po31 vvg: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 156 Page 91
1043 and •here are two springs from whence all this in••licity flows, viz. Guilt and Filthiness, nor can •• be taken off but by the removal of these. and •here Are two springs from whence all this in••licity flows, viz. Gilded and Filthiness, nor can •• be taken off but by the removal of these. cc av vbr crd n2 p-acp c-crq d d n1 vvz, n1 j-vvn cc n1, ccx vmb •• vbi vvn a-acp cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f d. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 156 Page 91
1044 And one would think the greatness of your misery, should rouse you up to seek a deliverance from it: And one would think the greatness of your misery, should rouse you up to seek a deliverance from it: cc pi vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f po22 n1, vmd vvi pn22 a-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pn31: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 156 Page 91
1045 and you may know that it is ••comparably great by viewing the effects of ••, which are; and you may know that it is ••comparably great by viewing the effects of ••, which Are; cc pn22 vmb vvi cst pn31 vbz av-j j p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f ••, r-crq vbr; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 156 Page 91
1046 1. By Sin you are exposed to the whole Curse of •• Law. 1. By since you Are exposed to the Whole Curse of •• Law. crd p-acp n1 pn22 vbr vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f •• n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 157 Page 91
1047 And that is of the very nature of Guilt that attends upon Sin, before it is pardoned; And that is of the very nature of Gilded that attends upon since, before it is pardoned; cc d vbz pp-f dt j n1 pp-f j-vvn cst vvz p-acp n1, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 157 Page 91
1048 for Guilt is nothing else but the binding of the curse upon the Sinner: for Gilded is nothing Else but the binding of the curse upon the Sinner: p-acp j-vvn vbz pix av cc-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 157 Page 91
1049 And did you but know, or would you but look over and ponder upon the contents of the Curse, And did you but know, or would you but look over and ponder upon the contents of the Curse, cc vdd pn22 cc-acp vvb, cc vmd pn22 p-acp vvi a-acp cc vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 157 Page 91
1050 as it is recorded in the word of God, it would certainly fill you with terrours: as it is recorded in the word of God, it would Certainly fill you with terrors: c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vmd av-j vvi pn22 p-acp n2: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 157 Page 91
1051 It is contracted in a narrow word, Death, but if that word be spread abroad, It is contracted in a narrow word, Death, but if that word be spread abroad, pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1, n1, p-acp cs d n1 vbi vvn av, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 157 Page 91
1052 and all the contents of it laid open to view, they will fill a prodigious Roll, such as that described in Zech. 5. 2, 3. All the Evils of Loss and Sense which the Sinner can undergo, belong to it; and all the contents of it laid open to view, they will fill a prodigious Roll, such as that described in Zechariah 5. 2, 3. All the Evils of Loss and Sense which the Sinner can undergo, belong to it; cc d dt n2 pp-f pn31 vvd j pc-acp vvi, pns32 vmb vvi dt j n1, d c-acp cst vvd p-acp np1 crd crd, crd av-d dt n2-jn pp-f n1 cc n1 r-crq dt n1 vmb vvi, vvb p-acp pn31; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 157 Page 91
1053 all the sorrows that can betide •ither the body or the soul, are engrossed in it; all the sorrows that can betide •ither the body or the soul, Are engrossed in it; d dt n2 cst vmb vvi av dt n1 cc dt n1, vbr vvn p-acp fw-la; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 157 Page 92
1054 all the punishments in this life, and in a•• ther world, relate to it: all the punishments in this life, and in a•• ther world, relate to it: d dt n2 p-acp d n1, cc p-acp n1 zz n1, vvb p-acp pn31: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 157 Page 92
1055 it hath its inchoa••• in time ▪ and the consummation of it is reserv• for an amazing Eternity. it hath its inchoa••• in time ▪ and the consummation of it is reserv• for an amazing Eternity. pn31 vhz po31 n1 p-acp n1 ▪ cc dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz n1 p-acp dt j-vvg n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 157 Page 92
1056 This is your porti•• because of Sin; for all the wrath of God abid• on you, Joh. 3. 36. 2 By Sin you are become vain and unprofitable• and this ariseth from the Uncleanness that adher• to it. This is your porti•• Because of since; for all the wrath of God abid• on you, John 3. 36. 2 By since you Are become vain and unprofitable• and this arises from the Uncleanness that adher• to it. d vbz po22 n1 c-acp pp-f n1; p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1 n1 p-acp pn22, np1 crd crd crd p-acp n1 pn22 vbr vvn j cc n1 cc d vvz p-acp dt n1 cst n1 p-acp pn31. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 157 Page 92
1057 For such a Creature as man, to live a•• be in vain, is an inexpressible misery; For such a Creature as man, to live a•• be in vain, is an inexpressible misery; p-acp d dt n1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi n1 vbi p-acp j, vbz dt j n1; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 158 Page 92
1058 he•• that complaint, Psal. 89. 47. Wherefore hast t•• made all men in vain? It is acknowledged •• all hands that mans formal happiness con•• in Eupraxy or well doing; he•• that complaint, Psalm 89. 47. Wherefore haste t•• made all men in vain? It is acknowledged •• all hands that men formal happiness con•• in Eupraxy or well doing; n1 cst n1, np1 crd crd q-crq n1 n1 vvd d n2 p-acp j? pn31 vbz vvn •• d n2 cst vvz j n1 n1 p-acp n1 cc av vdg; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 158 Page 92
1059 it was therefo•• his great priviledge that he was made at •• every way fitted for it, Eccl. 7. 29. God •• man upright. it was therefo•• his great privilege that he was made At •• every Way fitted for it, Ecclesiastes 7. 29. God •• man upright. pn31 vbds n1 po31 j n1 cst pns31 vbds vvn p-acp •• d n1 vvn p-acp pn31, np1 crd crd np1 •• n1 av-j. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 158 Page 92
1060 David observes that in keeping •• Commands of God there is a great reward, Ps• ▪ 19. 11. To glorify God is an happy emplo•ment; David observes that in keeping •• Commands of God there is a great reward, Ps• ▪ 19. 11. To Glorify God is an happy emplo•ment; np1 vvz cst p-acp vvg •• vvz pp-f np1 a-acp vbz dt j n1, np1 ▪ crd crd p-acp vvi np1 vbz dt j n1; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 158 Page 92
1061 but Sin hath stript you of this pow•• and le•t you utterly unable for it, Rom ▪ 3. 2• All have sinned, but since hath stripped you of this pow•• and le•t you utterly unable for it, Rom ▪ 3. 2• All have sinned, cc-acp n1 vhz vvn pn22 pp-f d n1 cc vvb pn22 av-j j p-acp pn31, np1 ▪ crd n1 av-d vhb vvn, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 158 Page 92
1062 and fallen short of the glory • God. and fallen short of the glory • God. cc vvn j pp-f dt n1 • uh-np. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 158 Page 92
1063 And this hath brought the title o• V•• upon man, because by it he hath lost the e• that he was directed to, and made for; And this hath brought the title o• V•• upon man, Because by it he hath lost the e• that he was directed to, and made for; cc d vhz vvn dt n1 n1 np1 p-acp n1, c-acp p-acp pn31 pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 cst pns31 vbds vvn p-acp, cc vvd p-acp; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 158 Page 92
1064 a•• thus ha•h Sin put you below the most bru•i• of bruit Creatures, who do all in their st•tion and capacity glorify God: a•• thus ha•h since put you below the most bru•i• of bruit Creatures, who do all in their st•tion and capacity Glorify God: n1 av j n1 vvi pn22 p-acp dt av-ds n1 pp-f n1 n2, r-crq vdb d p-acp po32 n1 cc n1 vvi np1: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 158 Page 92
1065 and we• you not most stupid, you could not but ••terly bewail this infelicity of yours. and we• you not most stupid, you could not but ••terly bewail this infelicity of yours. cc n1 pn22 xx av-ds j, pn22 vmd xx cc-acp av-j vvi d n1 pp-f png22. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 158 Page 92
1066 3. There is no remidying of your m•sery but • removing of these from you. 3. There is no remidying of your m•sery but • removing of these from you. crd pc-acp vbz dx n-vvg pp-f po22 n1 cc-acp • vvg pp-f d p-acp pn22. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 159 Page 93
1067 The man must of •ecessity be unhappy, so long as there is a Sen•ence of Death out against him, pronounced •y the mouth of an holy and just God, The man must of •ecessity be unhappy, so long as there is a Sen•ence of Death out against him, pronounced •y the Mouth of an holy and just God, dt n1 vmb pp-f n1 vbb j, av av-j c-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 av p-acp pno31, vvd av-j dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j np1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 159 Page 93
1068 and he goes every moment in danger of the execution of it upon him, and the power of the whole Creation cannot rescue him from it; and he Goes every moment in danger of the execution of it upon him, and the power of the Whole Creation cannot rescue him from it; cc pns31 vvz d n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp pno31, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 vmbx vvi pno31 p-acp pn31; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 159 Page 93
1069 and so it is with every Unregenerate one, Isa. 57. 21. There is no peace to the wicked saith my God. and so it is with every Unregenerate one, Isaiah 57. 21. There is no peace to the wicked Says my God. cc av pn31 vbz p-acp d j pi, np1 crd crd pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp dt j vvz po11 np1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 159 Page 93
1070 Nor can the sinner serve to the noble end of •is being, so long as he is altogether unclean, •nd hath nothing on him but wounds, & ulcers, and putrifying sores; Nor can the sinner serve to the noble end of •is being, so long as he is altogether unclean, •nd hath nothing on him but wounds, & ulcers, and Putrifying sores; ccx vmb dt n1 vvb p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 vbg, av av-j c-acp pns31 vbz av j, n1 vhz pix p-acp pno31 p-acp n2, cc n2, cc vvg n2; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 159 Page 93
1071 whiles he is a slave to impure lusts, he must needs endure a wretched •ondage, while he is a slave to impure Lustiest, he must needs endure a wretched •ondage, cs pns31 vbz dt n1 p-acp j n2, pns31 vmb av vvi dt j n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 159 Page 93
1072 and may well cry out as he in, Rom. •. 24. O wretched man that I am, who shall de•ver me? and may well cry out as he in, Rom. •. 24. O wretched man that I am, who shall de•ver me? cc vmb av vvi av c-acp pns31 p-acp, np1 •. crd sy j n1 cst pns11 vbm, r-crq vmb vvi pno11? (7) doctrine (DIV2) 159 Page 93
1073 4. This relief is to be had no where else. 4. This relief is to be had no where Else. crd d n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vhn dx c-crq av. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 160 Page 93
1074 You may go through the world, and try every •hing in it, and whatsoever other help you may possibly find in it, You may go through the world, and try every •hing in it, and whatsoever other help you may possibly find in it, pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, cc vvi d n1 p-acp pn31, cc r-crq j-jn n1 pn22 vmb av-j vvi p-acp pn31, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 160 Page 93
1075 yet in this great case, and only distressing exigence, it can afford you none at all. yet in this great case, and only distressing exigence, it can afford you none At all. av p-acp d j n1, cc av-j vvg n1, pn31 vmb vvi pn22 pix p-acp av-d. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 160 Page 93
1076 There is no second being that can take away either the Guilt or the ••lth of Sin: There is no second being that can take away either the Gilded or the ••lth of since: pc-acp vbz dx vvb n1 cst vmb vvi av av-d dt j-vvn cc dt n1 pp-f n1: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 160 Page 93
1077 the whole world will not make a •p•ice equivalent for the buying off the Sentence that is upon you, the Whole world will not make a •p•ice equivalent for the buying off the Sentence that is upon you, dt j-jn n1 vmb xx vvi dt n1 j p-acp dt vvg a-acp dt n1 cst vbz p-acp pn22, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 160 Page 93
1078 and afford you Redemption, this is clearly intimated in Psal 49. 6, 7. And the reason is given, Verse 8 ▪ For their Redemption is precious, and it ceaseth for ever. and afford you Redemption, this is clearly intimated in Psalm 49. 6, 7. And the reason is given, Verse 8 ▪ For their Redemption is precious, and it ceases for ever. cc vvb pn22 n1, d vbz av-j vvn p-acp np1 crd crd, crd cc dt n1 vbz vvn, vvb crd ▪ c-acp po32 n1 vbz j, cc pn31 vvz p-acp av. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 160 Page 93
1079 All your legal courses, will not take away the stain and defilement that is upon you by reason of sin; All your Legal courses, will not take away the stain and defilement that is upon you by reason of since; d po22 j n2, vmb xx vvi av dt n1 cc n1 cst vbz p-acp pn22 p-acp n1 pp-f n1; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 160 Page 94
1080 what saith God to them, Jer. 2. 22. Though thou wash thee with nitre, and take th•• much s•pe, what Says God to them, Jer. 2. 22. Though thou wash thee with nitre, and take th•• much s•pe, r-crq vvz np1 p-acp pno32, np1 crd crd cs pns21 vvb pno21 p-acp n1, cc vvb n1 d n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 160 Page 94
1081 yet thine iniquity is marked before m•, saith the Lord God. 5. This Fountain will answer both these end• compleatly. yet thine iniquity is marked before m•, Says the Lord God. 5. This Fountain will answer both these end• completely. av po21 n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1, vvz dt n1 np1. crd d n1 vmb vvi d d n1 av-j. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 160 Page 94
1082 The vertue of it extends hither; The virtue of it extends hither; dt n1 pp-f pn31 vvz av; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 161 Page 94
1083 and it must needs so do, because God• Infinite wisdom provided it on purpose for this desig• ▪ and he cannot fail of his end. and it must needs so do, Because God• Infinite Wisdom provided it on purpose for this desig• ▪ and he cannot fail of his end. cc pn31 vmb av av vdb, c-acp np1 j n1 vvn pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp d n1 ▪ cc pns31 vmbx vvi pp-f po31 n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 161 Page 94
1084 David ha• contracted horrible Guilt, and polluted himself by his great sin, yet he presumes of being clean from both, David ha• contracted horrible Gilded, and polluted himself by his great since, yet he Presumest of being clean from both, np1 n1 j-vvn j j-vvn, cc vvd px31 p-acp po31 j n1, av pns31 vv2 pp-f vbg j p-acp d, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 161 Page 94
1085 if God will but apply this •• him, Psal ▪ 51. 7 Purge me wi•h hyssope, and • shall be clean: if God will but apply this •• him, Psalm ▪ 51. 7 Purge me wi•h hyssop, and • shall be clean: cs np1 vmb cc-acp vvi d •• pno31, np1 ▪ crd crd vvb pno11 j n1, cc • vmb vbi j: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 161 Page 94
1086 wash me and I shall be whiter th•• the snow. wash me and I shall be Whiter th•• the snow. vvb pno11 cc pns11 vmb vbi jc-jn n1 dt n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 161 Page 94
1087 The effectual application of this wil• take away sin so throughly, as if it had neve• been, The effectual application of this wil• take away since so thoroughly, as if it had neve• been, dt j n1 pp-f d n1 vvb av n1 av av-j, c-acp cs pn31 vhd n1 vbn, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 161 Page 94
1088 for we ar• told in, Numb 23. 21 God hath seen no iniquity in Jaco•, nor perverseness • Israel. for we ar• told in, Numb 23. 21 God hath seen no iniquity in Jaco•, nor perverseness • Israel. c-acp pns12 n1 vvn p-acp, vvb crd crd np1 vhz vvn dx n1 p-acp np1, ccx n1 • np1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 161 Page 94
1089 6. And it stands Open to you for this end, and you are invited to come to it for this purpose God lays before you the matter of conviction of your great Guilt and contamination, to make you see your absolute need •f this fountain; 6. And it Stands Open to you for this end, and you Are invited to come to it for this purpose God lays before you the matter of conviction of your great Gilded and contamination, to make you see your absolute need •f this fountain; crd cc pn31 vvz j p-acp pn22 p-acp d n1, cc pn22 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp d n1 np1 vvz p-acp pn22 dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f po22 j j-vvn cc n1, pc-acp vvi pn22 vvb po22 j n1 av d n1; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 162 Page 94
1090 and that this Conviction may •o• drive yo• to discouraging distress, he bids you come to it, and that this Conviction may •o• drive yo• to discouraging distress, he bids you come to it, cc cst d n1 vmb n1 vvi n1 p-acp vvg n1, pns31 vvz pn22 vvb p-acp pn31, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 162 Page 94
1091 and apply your selves to obtain the vert•• o• it, and tells you what wonders it shall d• for you upon this account, Isa 1. 16. with 1• Wash you, make you clean, &c. Though your sins • as scarlet, they shall be as white as snow, and apply your selves to obtain the vert•• o• it, and tells you what wonders it shall d• for you upon this account, Isaiah 1. 16. with 1• Wash you, make you clean, etc. Though your Sins • as scarlet, they shall be as white as snow, cc vvb po22 n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 n1 pn31, cc vvz pn22 r-crq vvz pn31 vmb n1 p-acp pn22 p-acp d n1, np1 crd crd p-acp n1 vvb pn22, vvb pn22 j, av cs po22 n2 • p-acp n-jn, pns32 vmb vbi a-acp j-jn c-acp n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 162 Page 95
1092 though they be red like crimson, they shall be as w•ol. though they be read like crimson, they shall be as w•ol. cs pns32 vbb vvn av-j j-jn, pns32 vmb vbi p-acp n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 162 Page 95
1093 Bless God for this discovery, and negle•• not to make this use of it, if you love the life of your Souls. Bless God for this discovery, and negle•• not to make this use of it, if you love the life of your Souls. vvb np1 p-acp d n1, cc n1 xx pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f pn31, cs pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f po22 n2. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 162 Page 95
1094 USE. II. We have here a Rule by which we may Try whether we have a true interest in this Fountain. USE. II We have Here a Rule by which we may Try whither we have a true Interest in this Fountain. n1. crd pns12 vhb av dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb vvb cs pns12 vhb dt j n1 p-acp d n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 163 Page 95
1095 And it very highly concerns every one to put himself upon this tryal; for Consider; 1. If you have no title to it, your condition is very fearfull. And it very highly concerns every one to put himself upon this trial; for Consider; 1. If you have no title to it, your condition is very fearful. cc pn31 av av-j vvz d pi pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp d n1; p-acp vvb; crd cs pn22 vhb dx n1 p-acp pn31, po22 n1 vbz av j. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 163 Page 95
1096 That Si• and Uncleanness under the efficacy whereof every unregenerate man abides, is certainly destructive to him: That Si• and Uncleanness under the efficacy whereof every unregenerate man abides, is Certainly destructive to him: cst np1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 c-crq d j n1 vvz, vbz av-j j p-acp pno31: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 164 Page 95
1097 either it ▪ must be taken away, or it will work your eternal ruine. either it ▪ must be taken away, or it will work your Eternal ruin. av-d pn31 ▪ zz vbi vvn av, cc pn31 vmb vvi po22 j n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 164 Page 95
1098 This is implyed, when God invites them to Repentance under that encouragement, Ezek. 18. 30. So iniquity shall not be your ruine. This is employed, when God invites them to Repentance under that encouragement, Ezekiel 18. 30. So iniquity shall not be your ruin. d vbz vvn, c-crq np1 vvz pno32 p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, np1 crd crd av n1 vmb xx vbi po22 n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 164 Page 95
1099 If this fountain had not been prepared and opened, we had all perished without hope: If this fountain had not been prepared and opened, we had all perished without hope: cs d n1 vhd xx vbn vvn cc vvn, pns12 vhd d vvn p-acp n1: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 164 Page 95
1100 and though there is a good hope set before all such as are pointed to it, and though there is a good hope Set before all such as Are pointed to it, cc cs pc-acp vbz dt j n1 vvn p-acp d d c-acp vbr vvn p-acp pn31, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 164 Page 95
1101 and bidden to make use of it, yet if you do not comply with this offer, and bidden to make use of it, yet if you do not comply with this offer, cc vvn pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f pn31, av cs pn22 vdb xx vvi p-acp d n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 164 Page 95
1102 and receive Christ according to the tenour of it, you will miss of the benefit, and be undone for all. and receive christ according to the tenor of it, you will miss of the benefit, and be undone for all. cc vvi np1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, pn22 vmb vvi pp-f dt n1, cc vbi vvn p-acp d. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 164 Page 95
1103 Christ expresly told them in ▪ Joh. 8. 24. If ye believe not that I am he, ye shall dy in your sins. christ expressly told them in ▪ John 8. 24. If you believe not that I am he, you shall die in your Sins. np1 av-j vvd pno32 p-acp ▪ np1 crd crd cs pn22 vvb xx cst pns11 vbm pns31, pn22 vmb vvi p-acp po22 n2. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 164 Page 95
1104 And I am sure, that man who dies in •is sins is undone to all Eternity. And I am sure, that man who die in •is Sins is undone to all Eternity. cc pns11 vbm j, cst n1 r-crq vvz p-acp fw-la n2 vbz vvn p-acp d n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 164 Page 95
1105 2. If you think you have a Title, and are deceived in it, your case is next to desperate. 2. If you think you have a Title, and Are deceived in it, your case is next to desperate. crd cs pn22 vvb pn22 vhb dt n1, cc vbr vvn p-acp pn31, po22 n1 vbz ord p-acp j. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 165 Page 96
1106 Of all men, there are none that stand in greater hazard of unavoidable ruine, than such as nourish themselves with a good opinion of their sa•• estate, when it is far otherwise. Of all men, there Are none that stand in greater hazard of unavoidable ruin, than such as nourish themselves with a good opinion of their sa•• estate, when it is Far otherwise. pp-f d n2, pc-acp vbr pix cst vvb p-acp jc n1 pp-f j n1, cs d c-acp vvb px32 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po32 n1 n1, c-crq pn31 vbz av-j av. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 165 Page 96
1107 This foste• in them a carnal confidence, which make them to neglect that great duty, of giving all diligence to make their Calling and Election sure, which is required in, 2 Pet. 1 10 This 〈 ◊ 〉 all the Convictions that are offered in the Word and Ordinances, This foste• in them a carnal confidence, which make them to neglect that great duty, of giving all diligence to make their Calling and Election sure, which is required in, 2 Pet. 1 10 This 〈 ◊ 〉 all the Convictions that Are offered in the Word and Ordinances, d n1 p-acp pno32 dt j n1, r-crq vvb pno32 pc-acp vvi d j n1, pp-f vvg d n1 pc-acp vvi po32 vvg cc n1 j, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp, crd np1 crd crd d 〈 sy 〉 d dt n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n2, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 165 Page 96
1108 and they fly over their heads, as things which they reckon themselves unconcerned in: and they fly over their Heads, as things which they reckon themselves unconcerned in: cc pns32 vvb p-acp po32 n2, c-acp n2 r-crq pns32 vvb px32 vvn p-acp: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 165 Page 96
1109 and this is the reason why Publica• and Harlots sooner receive the Calls of the Gospel than such as these, and this is the reason why Publica• and Harlots sooner receive the Calls of the Gospel than such as these, cc d vbz dt n1 q-crq np1 cc ng1 av-c vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1 cs d c-acp d, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 165 Page 96
1110 because these think that work is over already. Because these think that work is over already. c-acp d vvb cst n1 vbz a-acp av. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 165 Page 96
1111 And that there will be such self deceivers we are assured, Luk. 13. 26, 27 Then shall ye begin to say, we have eaten and drunk in thy presence, And that there will be such self deceivers we Are assured, Luk. 13. 26, 27 Then shall you begin to say, we have eaten and drunk in thy presence, cc cst a-acp vmb vbi d n1 n2 pns12 vbr vvn, np1 crd crd, crd av vmb pn22 vvi pc-acp vvi, pns12 vhb vvn cc vvn p-acp po21 n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 165 Page 96
1112 and thou hast taught in our streets: but he shall say, I tell you I know you not, whence ye are, &c and thou hast taught in our streets: but he shall say, I tell you I know you not, whence you Are, etc. cc pns21 vh2 vvn p-acp po12 n2: cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi, pns11 vvb pn22 pns11 vvb pn22 xx, c-crq pn22 vbr, av (7) doctrine (DIV2) 165 Page 96
1113 3 If indeed you have a Title to Christ, the knowledge of it will afford you much Consolation. 3 If indeed you have a Title to christ, the knowledge of it will afford you much Consolation. crd cs av pn22 vhb dt n1 p-acp np1, dt n1 pp-f pn31 vmb vvi pn22 d n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 166 Page 96
1114 And indeed, what comfort can be comparable to that of one who knows his Name to be written in Heaven, Luk. 10. 20. That man who is in such a case, is happy indeed, beyond all danger of being ever miserable. And indeed, what Comfort can be comparable to that of one who knows his Name to be written in Heaven, Luk. 10. 20. That man who is in such a case, is happy indeed, beyond all danger of being ever miserable. cc av, q-crq n1 vmb vbi j p-acp d pp-f pi r-crq vvz po31 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, np1 crd crd cst n1 r-crq vbz p-acp d dt n1, vbz j av, p-acp d n1 pp-f vbg av j. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 166 Page 96
1115 Surely then, he who knows this to be his condition, cannot but Rejoyce with joy unspeakable, and full of glory. Surely then, he who knows this to be his condition, cannot but Rejoice with joy unspeakable, and full of glory. np1 av, pns31 r-crq vvz d pc-acp vbi po31 n1, vmbx p-acp vvb p-acp n1 j-u, cc j pp-f n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 166 Page 96
1116 And for your help in this enquiry; observe; 1. If this Fountain be yours, you have come to it by a living Faith. And for your help in this enquiry; observe; 1. If this Fountain be yours, you have come to it by a living Faith. cc p-acp po22 n1 p-acp d n1; vvb; crd cs d n1 vbb png22, pn22 vhb vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp dt j-vvg n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 166 Page 97
1117 It is offered to us in the Promise, and we receive it by believing. No unbeliever can lay any claim to it, but every true believer can. It is offered to us in the Promise, and we receive it by believing. No unbeliever can lay any claim to it, but every true believer can. pn31 vbz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1, cc pns12 vvb pn31 p-acp vvg. dx n1 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp pn31, cc-acp d j n1 vmb. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 167 Page 97
1118 If you have received Christ, you have believed in him, and if you have believed in him, you are the Children of God, If you have received christ, you have believed in him, and if you have believed in him, you Are the Children of God, cs pn22 vhb vvn np1, pn22 vhb vvn p-acp pno31, cc cs pn22 vhb vvn p-acp pno31, pn22 vbr dt n2 pp-f np1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 167 Page 97
1119 and heirs of the springs of Salvation, Joh. 1. 12. As many as received him, to them be gave power to become the sons of God, and Heirs of the springs of Salvation, John 1. 12. As many as received him, to them be gave power to become the Sons of God, cc n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd p-acp d c-acp vvd pno31, p-acp pno32 vbi vvd n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 167 Page 97
1120 even to them that believe in his name. Coming to him, and believing on him are equivalent terms in the Gospel. even to them that believe in his name. Coming to him, and believing on him Are equivalent terms in the Gospel. av p-acp pno32 cst vvb p-acp po31 n1. vvg p-acp pno31, cc vvg p-acp pno31 vbr j n2 p-acp dt n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 167 Page 97
1121 2. If you have come to him by faith aright; 2. If you have come to him by faith aright; crd cs pn22 vhb vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp n1 av; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 168 Page 97
1122 there are the things that have attended your so coming, and you must search for them: there Are the things that have attended your so coming, and you must search for them: a-acp vbr dt n2 cst vhb vvn po22 av vvg, cc pn22 vmb vvi p-acp pno32: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 168 Page 97
1123 1. Have you been acquainted with the proper end and usefulness of this fountain? True faith is distinguished from false, mainly by the end of it. 1. Have you been acquainted with the proper end and usefulness of this fountain? True faith is distinguished from false, mainly by the end of it. crd vhb pn22 vbn vvn p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1? j n1 vbz vvn p-acp j, av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 169 Page 97
1124 All that pretend to come to Christ have something that moves them, and which they propose to get by coming; All that pretend to come to christ have something that moves them, and which they propose to get by coming; av-d d vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 vhb pi cst vvz pno32, cc r-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 169 Page 97
1125 but that which true faith looks after is Life; others possibly have thought they did come to him, but that which true faith looks After is Life; Others possibly have Thought they did come to him, cc-acp cst r-crq j n1 vvz a-acp vbz n1; n2-jn av-j vhi vvn pns32 vdd vvi p-acp pno31, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 169 Page 97
1126 but it was only as one who, they hoped, would Save them from Hell: but it was only as one who, they hoped, would Save them from Hell: cc-acp pn31 vbds av-j c-acp pi r-crq, pns32 vvd, vmd p-acp pno32 p-acp n1: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 169 Page 97
1127 but if you have come rightly to him, it was to have your Sin and Uncleanness done away; but if you have come rightly to him, it was to have your since and Uncleanness done away; cc-acp cs pn22 vhb vvn av-jn p-acp pno31, pn31 vbds pc-acp vhi po22 n1 cc n1 vdn av; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 169 Page 97
1128 and then it was your hearty cry, Hos. 14. 3. Take away all iniquity. and then it was your hearty cry, Hos. 14. 3. Take away all iniquity. cc cs pn31 vbds po22 j n1, np1 crd crd vvb av d n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 169 Page 97
1129 2. Have you then felt your need of this Fountain for this end? It is apprehended want that driveth Sinners to Christ; 2. Have you then felt your need of this Fountain for this end? It is apprehended want that drives Sinners to christ; crd vhb pn22 av vvn po22 n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp d n1? pn31 vbz vvn n1 cst vvz n2 p-acp np1; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 170 Page 98
1130 and that which hath been their distressing trouble, will be the discovery of what they went to him for. and that which hath been their distressing trouble, will be the discovery of what they went to him for. cc cst r-crq vhz vbn po32 vvg n1, vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns32 vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 170 Page 98
1131 If you have gone to him to take away your Sin & Uncleanness, that hath been your burden, If you have gone to him to take away your since & Uncleanness, that hath been your burden, cs pn22 vhb vvn p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi av po22 n1 cc n1, cst vhz vbn po22 n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 170 Page 98
1132 and you have been made to say, as he, Psal. 38. 4. Mine iniquities are gone over mine head; and you have been made to say, as he, Psalm 38. 4. Mine iniquities Are gone over mine head; cc pn22 vhb vbn vvn pc-acp vvi, c-acp pns31, np1 crd crd dt n2 vbr vvn p-acp po11 n1; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 170 Page 98
1133 as an heavy burden, they are too heavy for me. And you have therefore valued this fountain for the vertue of it. as an heavy burden, they Are too heavy for me. And you have Therefore valued this fountain for the virtue of it. c-acp dt j n1, pns32 vbr av j c-acp pno11. cc pn22 vhb av vvn d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 170 Page 98
1134 3. What are the Fruits of your coming? Doubtless that is a great truth which God hath recorded of himself, Isa. 45. 19. I said not unto the seed of Jacob, s••• ye me in vain. 3. What Are the Fruits of your coming? Doubtless that is a great truth which God hath recorded of himself, Isaiah 45. 19. I said not unto the seed of Jacob, s••• you me in vain. crd q-crq vbr dt n2 pp-f po22 n-vvg? av-j d vbz dt j n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn pp-f px31, np1 crd crd pns11 vvd xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, n1 pn22 pno11 p-acp j. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 171 Page 98
1135 If you have come in faith, it hath had some success. If you have come in faith, it hath had Some success. cs pn22 vhb vvn p-acp n1, pn31 vhz vhn d n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 171 Page 98
1136 It may be you value all success according as you experience, comforts and assurances coming in upon your seeking to God, It may be you valve all success according as you experience, comforts and assurances coming in upon your seeking to God, pn31 vmb vbi pn22 vvb d n1 vvg p-acp pn22 n1, n2 cc n2 vvg p-acp p-acp po22 n-vvg p-acp np1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 171 Page 98
1137 and if you want them, you fear that you have come in vain; but this is a mistake in your search. and if you want them, you Fear that you have come in vain; but this is a mistake in your search. cc cs pn22 vvb pno32, pn22 vvb cst pn22 vhb vvn p-acp j; cc-acp d vbz dt n1 p-acp po22 n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 171 Page 98
1138 You came to have your sin purged, and if there be any thing of that done, you are so far answered. You Come to have your since purged, and if there be any thing of that done, you Are so Far answered. pn22 vvd pc-acp vhi po22 n1 vvn, cc cs pc-acp vbb d n1 pp-f cst vdn, pn22 vbr av av-j vvn. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 171 Page 98
1139 Are you then more beaten off from your own Righteousness, and made more to depend upon that of Christ alone? Is sin more vile and hateful to you, are you then more beaten off from your own Righteousness, and made more to depend upon that of christ alone? Is since more vile and hateful to you, vbr pn22 av n1 vvn a-acp p-acp po22 d n1, cc vvd av-dc pc-acp vvi p-acp d pp-f np1 av-j? vbz n1 av-dc j cc j p-acp pn22, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 171 Page 98
1140 and do you more loath your selves for it? If it be thus, then you have your end so far advanced, and be thankfull. and do you more loath your selves for it? If it be thus, then you have your end so Far advanced, and be thankful. cc vdb pn22 av-dc j po22 n2 p-acp pn31? cs pn31 vbb av, cs pn22 vhb po22 n1 av av-j vvn, cc vbi j. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 171 Page 98
1141 USE. III. Let this serve to direct Sinners in their right coming to Christ, if they would have him be a fountain of saying good to them. USE. III. Let this serve to Direct Sinners in their right coming to christ, if they would have him be a fountain of saying good to them. n1. np1. vvb d vvi pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp po32 j-jn vvg p-acp np1, cs pns32 vmd vhi pno31 vbi dt n1 pp-f vvg j p-acp pno32. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 172 Page 99
1142 Herein only will Christ really profit us, if we may obtain Salvation by him; Herein only will christ really profit us, if we may obtain Salvation by him; av av-j vmb np1 av-j vvi pno12, cs pns12 vmb vvi n1 p-acp pno31; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 172 Page 99
1143 & there is a so coming to him, if we would have grounded hopes of obtaining this benefit from him. & there is a so coming to him, if we would have grounded hope's of obtaining this benefit from him. cc pc-acp vbz dt av vvg p-acp pno31, cs pns12 vmd vhi vvn n2 pp-f vvg d n1 p-acp pno31. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 172 Page 99
1144 And it is to be feared that many deceive themselves about this, who pretend to a great respect for Christ, And it is to be feared that many deceive themselves about this, who pretend to a great respect for christ, cc pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn cst d vvb px32 p-acp d, r-crq vvb p-acp dt j n1 p-acp np1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 172 Page 99
1145 and talk much of their trusting in him; and talk much of their trusting in him; cc vvi d pp-f po32 n-vvg p-acp pno31; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 172 Page 99
1146 but were never rightly informed about him, and that for which he was manifested to us. but were never rightly informed about him, and that for which he was manifested to us. cc-acp vbdr av av-jn vvn p-acp pno31, cc cst p-acp r-crq pns31 vbds vvn p-acp pno12. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 172 Page 99
1147 Would you then come, and speed, and be happy in your coming to him, take these Directions. Would you then come, and speed, and be happy in your coming to him, take these Directions. vmd pn22 av vvi, cc n1, cc vbi j p-acp po22 n-vvg p-acp pno31, vvb d n2. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 172 Page 99
1148 1. Take heed to your selves, what you come to him for. If you mistake here, you will put a cheat upon your own Souls. 1. Take heed to your selves, what you come to him for. If you mistake Here, you will put a cheat upon your own Souls. crd vvb n1 p-acp po22 n2, r-crq pn22 vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp. cs pn22 vvb av, pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp po22 d n2. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 173 Page 99
1149 Christ indeed is a Fountain, but of what? What was he opened for? that is it which you are encouraged by; christ indeed is a Fountain, but of what? What was he opened for? that is it which you Are encouraged by; np1 av vbz dt n1, cc-acp pp-f q-crq? q-crq vbds pns31 vvn p-acp? d vbz pn31 r-crq pn22 vbr vvn p-acp; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 173 Page 99
1150 and your ends must be the same with his, if you would not be disappointed. Hypocrites pretend much, but they ever impose upon themselves in this regard. and your ends must be the same with his, if you would not be disappointed. Hypocrites pretend much, but they ever impose upon themselves in this regard. cc po22 n2 vmb vbi dt d p-acp po31, cs pn22 vmd xx vbi vvn. n2 vvb d, cc-acp pns32 av vvb p-acp px32 p-acp d n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 173 Page 99
1151 If you come to Christ for Credit, and Ease, and Prosperity in this World, you will find your selves mistaken; If you come to christ for Credit, and Ease, and Prosperity in this World, you will find your selves mistaken; cs pn22 vvb p-acp np1 p-acp n1, cc n1, cc n1 p-acp d n1, pn22 vmb vvi po22 n2 vvn; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 173 Page 99
1152 he hath assured you that you shall meet with trouble and reproach, and many trials in his Service, Joh. 16. ult. In this world you shall have tribulation; he hath assured you that you shall meet with trouble and reproach, and many trials in his Service, John 16. ult. In this world you shall have tribulation; pns31 vhz vvn pn22 cst pn22 vmb vvi p-acp n1 cc n1, cc d n2 p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd n1. p-acp d n1 pn22 vmb vhi n1; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 173 Page 99
1153 his Kingdom is not of this world If you come to him only to have your Sin pardoned, his Kingdom is not of this world If you come to him only to have your since pardoned, po31 n1 vbz xx pp-f d n1 cs pn22 vvb p-acp pno31 av-j pc-acp vhi po22 n1 vvn, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 173 Page 99
1154 and not purged away, you will miss of your aim; and not purged away, you will miss of your aim; cc xx vvn av, pn22 vmb vvi pp-f po22 n1; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 173 Page 99
1155 for tho he must apply a pardon to you, if ever you obtain it, yet his Justisication and Sanctification are inseparable; for though he must apply a pardon to you, if ever you obtain it, yet his Justification and Sanctification Are inseparable; c-acp cs pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp pn22, cs av pn22 vvb pn31, av po31 n1 cc n1 vbr j; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 173 Page 100
1156 and if you seek not the destruction as well as the remission of your sins, you will find your selves disappointed. and if you seek not the destruction as well as the remission of your Sins, you will find your selves disappointed. cc cs pn22 vvb xx dt n1 c-acp av c-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, pn22 vmb vvi po22 n2 vvn. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 173 Page 100
1157 Be sure then to come for the purging away of your sins; that being pardoned, you may Serve him in newness of life. Be sure then to come for the purging away of your Sins; that being pardoned, you may Serve him in newness of life. vbb j av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n-vvg av pp-f po22 n2; cst vbg vvn, pn22 vmb vvb pno31 p-acp n1 pp-f n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 173 Page 100
1158 2. Come with an insatiable desire after the obtainining this of him. 2. Come with an insatiable desire After the obtainining this of him. crd vvb p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt j-vvg d pp-f pno31. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 174 Page 100
1159 Labour to affect your hearts with the burden and bitterness of sin, and come as those that are weary and heavy laden by it, Mat. 11. 28. God directs to such a sense in order to saving good, Jer. 2. 19. Know and see, that it is an evil thing and bitter, that thou hast forsaken the Lord thy God. Labour to affect your hearts with the burden and bitterness of since, and come as those that Are weary and heavy laden by it, Mathew 11. 28. God directs to such a sense in order to Saving good, Jer. 2. 19. Know and see, that it is an evil thing and bitter, that thou hast forsaken the Lord thy God. n1 pc-acp vvi po22 n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, cc vvb p-acp d cst vbr j cc j vvn p-acp pn31, np1 crd crd np1 vvz p-acp d dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp vvg j, np1 crd crd vvb cc vvi, cst pn31 vbz dt j-jn n1 cc j, cst pns21 vh2 vvn dt n1 po21 n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 174 Page 100
1160 Resolve that you can never be well till this vertue derive from him to you, and let your cries be accordingly earnest, importunate undeniable. Resolve that you can never be well till this virtue derive from him to you, and let your cries be accordingly earnest, importunate undeniable. vvb cst pn22 vmb av-x vbi av p-acp d n1 vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp pn22, cc vvb po22 n2 vbb av-vvg j, j j. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 174 Page 100
1161 Resolve that you will follow him inde•atigably, that you will never let him alone, nor give him any rest till he hath savingly applied the waters of this fountain to you. Resolve that you will follow him inde•atigably, that you will never let him alone, nor give him any rest till he hath savingly applied the waters of this fountain to you. vvb cst pn22 vmb vvi pno31 av-j, cst pn22 vmb av-x vvi pno31 av-j, ccx vvi pno31 d n1 c-acp pns31 vhz av-vvg vvd dt n2 pp-f d n1 p-acp pn22. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 174 Page 100
1162 3. Come with a firm Perswasion of his Suitableness & Sufficiency. 3. Come with a firm Persuasion of his Suitableness & Sufficiency. crd vvb p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 175 Page 100
1163 You have seen that there is no such vertue to be found in all the worlds waters, You have seen that there is no such virtue to be found in all the world's waters, pn22 vhb vvn cst pc-acp vbz dx d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d dt ng1 n2, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 175 Page 100
1164 now believe that he can do it for you; now believe that he can do it for you; av vvb cst pns31 vmb vdi pn31 p-acp pn22; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 175 Page 100
1165 come as the Leper did, Mat. 8. 2 If thou wilt, thou canst make me clean. come as the Leper did, Mathew 8. 2 If thou wilt, thou Canst make me clean. vvb p-acp dt n1 vdd, np1 crd crd cs pns21 vm2, pns21 vm2 vvi pno11 j. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 175 Page 100
1166 Look then upon him in his Person, in his Offices, and in the great work of Redemption, that was wrought out by him, Look then upon him in his Person, in his Offices, and in the great work of Redemption, that was wrought out by him, vvb av p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp po31 n2, cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, cst vbds vvn av p-acp pno31, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 175 Page 101
1167 and see how every way fit and able he is for this work; and let this make you fixedly to resolve that you will go no whither else, and see how every Way fit and able he is for this work; and let this make you fixedly to resolve that you will go no whither Else, cc vvb c-crq d n1 j cc j pns31 vbz p-acp d n1; cc vvb d vvi pn22 av-vvn pc-acp vvi cst pn22 vmb vvi dx c-crq av, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 175 Page 101
1168 but that you will wait upon him, till he shall give you the experience of his love to you in this regard. but that you will wait upon him, till he shall give you the experience of his love to you in this regard. cc-acp cst pn22 vmb vvi p-acp pno31, c-acp pns31 vmb vvi pn22 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pn22 p-acp d n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 175 Page 101
1169 USE IV ▪ For Exhortation to the Children of God, who are already made partakers of an Interest in this fountain; in two particulars. USE IV ▪ For Exhortation to the Children of God, who Are already made partakers of an Interest in this fountain; in two particulars. vvb crd ▪ c-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, r-crq vbr av vvn n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n1; p-acp crd n2-j. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 176 Page 101
1170 1. Acknowledge the rich Grace of God to you, in that he hath not only opened this fountain before you, but in you. 1. Acknowledge the rich Grace of God to you, in that he hath not only opened this fountain before you, but in you. crd vvb dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn22, p-acp cst pns31 vhz xx av-j vvn d n1 p-acp pn22, cc-acp p-acp pn22. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 177 Page 101
1171 The former indeed is a great favour, and so to be confessed by all that partake in it; The former indeed is a great favour, and so to be confessed by all that partake in it; dt j av vbz dt j n1, cc av pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d cst vvb p-acp pn31; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 177 Page 101
1172 those that have it are highly advantaged, had they but an heart to make a right improvement of it; those that have it Are highly advantaged, had they but an heart to make a right improvement of it; d cst vhb pn31 vbr av-j vvn, vhd pns32 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1 pp-f pn31; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 177 Page 101
1173 and if they do not so, they will bring great Guilt upon themselves by their contempt. and if they do not so, they will bring great Gilded upon themselves by their contempt. cc cs pns32 vdb xx av, pns32 vmb vvi j j-vvn p-acp px32 p-acp po32 n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 177 Page 101
1174 How great a kindness then is this that you share in? and do you endeavour to entertain it with suitable resentments: How great a kindness then is this that you share in? and do you endeavour to entertain it with suitable resentments: q-crq j dt n1 av vbz d cst pn22 vvb p-acp? cc vdb pn22 vvi pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp j n2: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 177 Page 101
1175 and there are among others, these two considerations which will greatly help you in your gratitude. and there Are among Others, these two considerations which will greatly help you in your gratitude. cc pc-acp vbr p-acp n2-jn, d crd n2 r-crq vmb av-j vvi pn22 p-acp po22 n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 177 Page 101
1176 1. Had not God thus done for you, you had perished in your Sins. 1. Had not God thus done for you, you had perished in your Sins. crd vhd xx np1 av vdn p-acp pn22, pn22 vhd vvn p-acp po22 n2. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 178 Page 101
1177 You were under the efficacy of sin and uncleanness in your natural Estate, and that held you under Guilt and Defilement, You were under the efficacy of since and uncleanness in your natural Estate, and that held you under Gilded and Defilement, pn22 vbdr p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp po22 j n1, cc cst vvd pn22 p-acp j-vvn cc n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 178 Page 101
1178 and these would have wrought out your certain destruction, if they had not been remedied. and these would have wrought out your certain destruction, if they had not been remedied. cc d vmd vhi vvn av po22 j n1, cs pns32 vhd xx vbn vvn. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 178 Page 102
1179 There must be a fountain for this ▪ else it could never have been taken away, • fountain of blood for the removal of your Guil•, There must be a fountain for this ▪ Else it could never have been taken away, • fountain of blood for the removal of your Guil•, pc-acp vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp d ▪ av pn31 vmd av-x vhi vbn vvn av, • n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 np1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 178 Page 102
1180 and a fountain of grace for the purging away of yo•r pollution. None else but Christ could possibly be such a fountain to you; and a fountain of grace for the purging away of yo•r pollution. None Else but christ could possibly be such a fountain to you; cc dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n-vvg av pp-f j n1. pix av cc-acp np1 vmd av-j vbb d dt n1 p-acp pn22; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 178 Page 102
1181 there is an infinite value and vertue requisite to be found in that which can do this for you, which no meerly created being could ever attain unto. there is an infinite valve and virtue requisite to be found in that which can do this for you, which not merely created being could ever attain unto. pc-acp vbz dt j n1 cc n1 j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d r-crq vmb vdi d c-acp pn22, r-crq xx av-j vvn n1 vmd av vvi p-acp. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 178 Page 102
1182 If this Fountain had not been revealed to you, you could not have partaken in the saving vertue of it, If this Fountain had not been revealed to you, you could not have partaken in the Saving virtue of it, cs d n1 vhd xx vbn vvn p-acp pn22, pn22 vmd xx vhi vvn p-acp dt vvg n1 pp-f pn31, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 178 Page 102
1183 because it is applied by faith: they that live out of the reach of the Gospel Dispensation, die without knowledge; Because it is applied by faith: they that live out of the reach of the Gospel Dispensation, die without knowledge; c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1: pns32 cst vvb av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 n1, vvb p-acp n1; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 178 Page 102
1184 and if it had not been opened in you, yo• had still died in your sins; and if it had not been opened in you, yo• had still died in your Sins; cc cs pn31 vhd xx vbn vvn p-acp pn22, n1 vhd av vvn p-acp po22 n2; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 178 Page 102
1185 there are multitudes that do so who have heard of it with the hearing of the ear, because they have not cordially embraced it: there Are Multitudes that do so who have herd of it with the hearing of the ear, Because they have not cordially embraced it: pc-acp vbr n2 cst vdb av r-crq vhb vvn pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, c-acp pns32 vhb xx av-j vvd pn31: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 178 Page 102
1186 if he had not savingly applied it to you, you had refused it as well as others, if he had not savingly applied it to you, you had refused it as well as Others, cs pns31 vhd xx av-vvg vvd pn31 p-acp pn22, pn22 vhd vvn pn31 a-acp av c-acp n2-jn, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 178 Page 102
1187 for you had as great a natural malignity in you against it as any in the world. for you had as great a natural malignity in you against it as any in the world. c-acp pn22 vhd p-acp j dt j n1 p-acp pn22 p-acp pn31 p-acp d p-acp dt n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 178 Page 102
1188 2. What are you better than others who are not thus favoured? The difference that is put between you and them is very great, 2. What Are you better than Others who Are not thus favoured? The difference that is put between you and them is very great, crd q-crq vbr pn22 jc cs n2-jn r-crq vbr xx av vvn? dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp pn22 cc pno32 vbz av j, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 179 Page 102
1189 but who hath made it? When he brought this grace of his unto you, you were dead in trespasses and sins, Eph. 2. 1. When he offered it to you, you regarded it not, but who hath made it? When he brought this grace of his unto you, you were dead in Trespasses and Sins, Ephesians 2. 1. When he offered it to you, you regarded it not, cc-acp r-crq vhz vvn pn31? c-crq pns31 vvd d n1 pp-f png31 p-acp pn22, pn22 vbdr j p-acp n2 cc n2, np1 crd crd c-crq pns31 vvd pn31 p-acp pn22, pn22 vvd pn31 xx, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 179 Page 102
1190 but bad him to depart from you; but bade him to depart from you; cc-acp vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 179 Page 102
1191 you sought it not of him, but he •ought you up that he might bestow it upon you; you sought it not of him, but he •ought you up that he might bestow it upon you; pn22 vvd pn31 xx pp-f pno31, cc-acp pns31 vvd pn22 a-acp cst pns31 vmd vvi pn31 p-acp pn22; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 179 Page 103
1192 you gave him all the resistance that an heart full of enmity could do. you gave him all the resistance that an heart full of enmity could do. pn22 vvd pno31 d dt n1 cst dt n1 j pp-f n1 vmd vdi. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 179 Page 103
1193 It was Almighty power that brought you unto it, yea possibly you more dishonoured God, by peculiar wickedness, It was Almighty power that brought you unto it, yea possibly you more dishonoured God, by peculiar wickedness, pn31 vbds j-jn n1 cst vvd pn22 p-acp pn31, uh av-j pn22 n1 vvn np1, p-acp j n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 179 Page 103
1194 and scandalous provocations, before such time as he thus appeared to you, than a great many have done, whom he yet hath not so favoured. and scandalous provocations, before such time as he thus appeared to you, than a great many have done, whom he yet hath not so favoured. cc j n2, p-acp d n1 c-acp pns31 av vvd p-acp pn22, cs dt j d vhb vdn, ro-crq pns31 av vhz xx av vvn. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 179 Page 103
1195 Can you then sufficiciently celebrate his praise? 2. Be sure to make continual use of it. Can you then sufficiciently celebrate his praise? 2. Be sure to make continual use of it. vmb pn22 av av-j vvi po31 n1? crd vbb j pc-acp vvi j n1 pp-f pn31. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 179 Page 103
1196 You will always stand in need of it, and it ever stands open for you to repair unto, You will always stand in need of it, and it ever Stands open for you to repair unto, pn22 vmb av vvi p-acp n1 pp-f pn31, cc pn31 av vvz j p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi p-acp, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 180 Page 103
1197 and there is a double usefulness which it serves unto. and there is a double usefulness which it serves unto. cc pc-acp vbz dt j-jn n1 r-crq pn31 vvz p-acp. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 180 Page 103
1198 1. Repair constantly to it for renewed pardon ▪ It was not sufficient that you did so apply to it in your first Conversion; 1. Repair constantly to it for renewed pardon ▪ It was not sufficient that you did so apply to it in your First Conversion; crd vvb av-j p-acp pn31 p-acp j-vvn n1 ▪ pn31 vbds xx j cst pn22 vdd av vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp po22 ord n1; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 181 Page 103
1199 for, though it was then applied to you for the Justification of your persons, yet. for, though it was then applied to you for the Justification of your Persons, yet. p-acp, cs pn31 vbds av vvn p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, av. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 181 Page 103
1200 1. You Sin daily. Though lust be mortified as to the Dominion of it, yet it is not abolished in you, 1. You since daily. Though lust be mortified as to the Dominion of it, yet it is not abolished in you, crd pn22 n1 av-j. cs n1 vbb vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, av pn31 vbz xx vvn p-acp pn22, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 182 Page 103
1201 but hath its dayly breakings out: but hath its daily breakings out: cc-acp vhz po31 j n2 av: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 182 Page 103
1202 there is a contrary part in you, that is ever and anon bringing you into captivity. there is a contrary part in you, that is ever and anon bringing you into captivity. pc-acp vbz dt j-jn n1 p-acp pn22, cst vbz av cc av vvg pn22 p-acp n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 182 Page 103
1203 We are told, in Eccles. 7. 20. There is not a just man upon earth, that doeth good, and sinneth not; We Are told, in Eccles. 7. 20. There is not a just man upon earth, that doth good, and Sinneth not; pns12 vbr vvn, p-acp np1 crd crd pc-acp vbz xx dt j n1 p-acp n1, cst vdz j, cc vvz xx; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 182 Page 103
1204 and the reason of it is, because there is a Flesh in us that is always lusting against the Spirit, Gal. 5. 17. 2. Every Sin offers matter of provo•atinn to God. and the reason of it is, Because there is a Flesh in us that is always lusting against the Spirit, Gal. 5. 17. 2. Every since offers matter of provo•atinn to God. cc dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz, c-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp pno12 cst vbz av j-vvg p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd crd d n1 vvz n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 182 Page 103
1205 It is a Transgression of his holy Law; It is a Transgression of his holy Law; pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 183 Page 103
1206 it is an abominable thing to him, Jer. 44. 4. It is that which he cannot endure, Hab. 1. 13. And though he knows our frame, it is an abominable thing to him, Jer. 44. 4. It is that which he cannot endure, Hab. 1. 13. And though he knows our frame, pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd pn31 vbz d r-crq pns31 vmbx vvi, np1 crd crd cc cs pns31 vvz po12 n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 183 Page 104
1207 and will not be always contending with us, or ▪ break out in his severity for every frailty of ours; and will not be always contending with us, or ▪ break out in his severity for every frailty of ours; cc vmb xx vbi av vvg p-acp pno12, cc ▪ vvb av p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f png12; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 183 Page 104
1208 yet there is occasion offered him for his anger, and we must confess with him, Psalm 130. 3. If thou Lord, shouldst mark iniquities; yet there is occasion offered him for his anger, and we must confess with him, Psalm 130. 3. If thou Lord, Shouldst mark iniquities; av a-acp vbz n1 vvn pno31 p-acp po31 n1, cc pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pno31, n1 crd crd cs pns21 n1, vmd2 vvi n2; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 183 Page 104
1209 Oh Lord, who should stand? 3. Hence it calls on you to seek of him Forgiveness. O Lord, who should stand? 3. Hence it calls on you to seek of him Forgiveness. uh n1, r-crq vmd vvi? crd av pn31 vvz p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi pp-f pno31 n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 183 Page 104
1210 And this is at least, one main reason, why we are daily and on all occasions to renew that petition, Mat. 6. 12. Forgive us o• debts: And this is At least, one main reason, why we Are daily and on all occasions to renew that petition, Mathew 6. 12. Forgive us o• debts: cc d vbz p-acp ds, crd j n1, c-crq pns12 vbr j cc p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi d n1, np1 crd crd vvb pno12 n1 n2: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 184 Page 104
1211 And hence how often have we David asking pardon of God, though he was in a state of Justification? And hence how often have we David asking pardon of God, though he was in a state of Justification? cc av q-crq av vhb pns12 np1 vvg n1 pp-f np1, cs pns31 vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1? (7) doctrine (DIV2) 184 Page 104
1212 4. Here only can you obtain it. You must come to the fountain for it. 4. Here only can you obtain it. You must come to the fountain for it. crd av av-j vmb pn22 vvi pn31. pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn31. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 185 Page 104
1213 Whensoever Gods ancient people fell into any sin, there was a Sacrifice presently to be offered for Atonement, in order to its being forgiven: Whensoever God's ancient people fell into any since, there was a Sacrifice presently to be offered for Atonement, in order to its being forgiven: q-crq n2 j n1 vvd p-acp d n1, pc-acp vbds dt n1 av-j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, p-acp n1 p-acp po31 vbg vvn: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 185 Page 104
1214 and if we sin, we must go to this Advocate, and make use of him as our Propitiation, 1 John 2. 1, 2. 2. Address him continually for the washing of Sanctification. and if we sin, we must go to this Advocate, and make use of him as our Propitiation, 1 John 2. 1, 2. 2. Address him continually for the washing of Sanctification. cc cs pns12 vvb, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d n1, cc vvi n1 pp-f pno31 c-acp po12 n1, crd np1 crd crd, crd crd vvb pno31 av-j p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 185 Page 104
1215 They that are Sanctified, must be Sanctified again; They that Are Sanctified, must be Sanctified again; pns32 d vbr vvn, vmb vbi vvn av; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 186 Page 104
1216 they were so for whom the Apostle prays, 1 Thes. 5. 23. The very God of peace Sanctifie you wholly, &c. There is yet a body of death in you, a fountain of uncleanness: they were so for whom the Apostle prays, 1 Thebes 5. 23. The very God of peace Sanctify you wholly, etc. There is yet a body of death in you, a fountain of uncleanness: pns32 vbdr av p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd crd dt j n1 pp-f n1 vvb pn22 av-jn, av pc-acp vbz av dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn22, dt n1 pp-f n1: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 186 Page 104
1217 and there are the eruptions of it in your actions, which de•ile you, and you want washing. Hence, and there Are the eruptions of it in your actions, which de•ile you, and you want washing. Hence, cc pc-acp vbr dt n2 pp-f pn31 p-acp po22 n2, r-crq vvb pn22, cc pn22 vvb vvg. av, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 186 Page 104
1218 1. Come hither by the Repentance of faith, upon every notable defilement. 1. Come hither by the Repentance of faith, upon every notable defilement. crd vvb av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d j n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 187 Page 105
1219 Are you overtaken with any Temptation which draws you into the mire? let this drive you to the fountain for cleansing: are you overtaken with any Temptation which draws you into the mire? let this drive you to the fountain for cleansing: vbr pn22 vvn p-acp d n1 r-crq vvz pn22 p-acp dt n1? vvb d vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1 p-acp vvg: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 187 Page 105
1220 and this must be by the renewal of Repentance: and this must be by the renewal of Repentance: cc d vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 187 Page 105
1221 thus did David, Psal. 51. 7. And this is the only way to purifie your selves, which is the care of every believer, 1 Joh 3. 3. He that hath this hope in him, puri•ieth himself, as he is pure. thus did David, Psalm 51. 7. And this is the only Way to purify your selves, which is the care of every believer, 1 John 3. 3. He that hath this hope in him, puri•ieth himself, as he is pure. av vdd np1, np1 crd crd cc d vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi po22 n2, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1, crd np1 crd crd pns31 cst vhz d n1 p-acp pno31, vvz px31, c-acp pns31 vbz j. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 187 Page 105
1222 2. Wash in it dayly for your daily pollution. There is a defilement that cleaves to every thing we do: 2. Wash in it daily for your daily pollution. There is a defilement that cleaves to every thing we do: crd vvb p-acp pn31 av-j p-acp po22 j n1. pc-acp vbz dt n1 cst vvz p-acp d n1 pns12 vdb: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 188 Page 105
1223 when we are never so careful to our selves, Sin in us will pollute our best Services. when we Are never so careful to our selves, since in us will pollute our best Services. c-crq pns12 vbr av-x av j p-acp po12 n2, n1 p-acp pno12 vmb vvi po12 js n2. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 188 Page 105
1224 Paul complains, Rom. 7. 21. I find a l•w, that when I would do good, evil is present with me. Paul complains, Rom. 7. 21. I find a l•w, that when I would do good, evil is present with me. np1 vvz, np1 crd crd pns11 vvb dt n1, cst c-crq pns11 vmd vdi j, j-jn vbz j p-acp pno11. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 188 Page 105
1225 This therefore should bring you to Christ continually for cleansing. This Therefore should bring you to christ continually for cleansing. d av vmd vvi pn22 p-acp np1 av-j p-acp vvg. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 188 Page 105
1226 3. Be evermore fetching from hence all the Grace you need to perfect you in Holiness. 3. Be evermore fetching from hence all the Grace you need to perfect you in Holiness. crd vbb av vvg p-acp av d dt n1 pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 189 Page 105
1227 Let the sense of remaining corruption, put you upon the exercise of renewed and progressive Sanctification; Let the sense of remaining corruption, put you upon the exercise of renewed and progressive Sanctification; vvb dt n1 pp-f j-vvg n1, vvb pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-vvn cc j n1; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 189 Page 105
1228 for which you must repair to this fountain of Grace, and apply the promises by which you partake in it, to this end, according to, 2 Cor. 7. 1. Having these promises, let us cleanse our selves from all filthiness of the flesh and spirit, perfecting holiness in the fear of God. for which you must repair to this fountain of Grace, and apply the promises by which you partake in it, to this end, according to, 2 Cor. 7. 1. Having these promises, let us cleanse our selves from all filthiness of the Flesh and Spirit, perfecting holiness in the Fear of God. p-acp r-crq pn22 vmb vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, cc vvi dt n2 p-acp r-crq pn22 vvb p-acp pn31, p-acp d n1, vvg pc-acp, crd np1 crd crd vhg d n2, vvb pno12 vvi po12 n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1, vvg n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 189 Page 105
1229 And never cease from the pursuit of this work, till sin be no more in you, And never cease from the pursuit of this work, till since be no more in you, cc av-x vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, c-acp n1 vbb dx dc p-acp pn22, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 189 Page 105
1230 and grace be arrived at its full degree of perfection. and grace be arrived At its full degree of perfection. cc n1 vbb vvn p-acp po31 j n1 pp-f n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 189 Page 105
1231 DOCTRINE V. There will be a more peculiar Opening of Chri•• as a Fountain of Life, DOCTRINE V. There will be a more peculiar Opening of Chri•• as a Fountain of Life, n1 np1 a-acp vmb vbi dt av-dc j vvg pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 189 Page 106
1232 when the JEW• shall be Called. when the JEW• shall be Called. c-crq dt np1 vmb vbi vvn. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 189 Page 106
1233 THat the Prophesy contained in this and the foregoing Chapter, hath a speci•• respect to that Nation, who were the Poste••ty of Abraham, according to the Flesh, is g•nerally agreed on by Christians, THat the Prophesy contained in this and the foregoing Chapter, hath a speci•• respect to that nation, who were the Poste••ty of Abraham, according to the Flesh, is g•nerally agreed on by Christians, cst dt vvb vvn p-acp d cc dt vvg n1, vhz dt n1 n1 p-acp d n1, r-crq vbdr dt n1 pp-f np1, vvg p-acp dt n1, vbz av-j vvn a-acp p-acp np1, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 190 Page 106
1234 and acknowledged by their own Writers; and acknowledged by their own Writers; cc vvn p-acp po32 d n2; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 190 Page 106
1235 and that wh••soever Earnests there have been, yet th• co•pleat accomplishment of it, is still to come. and that wh••soever Earnests there have been, yet th• co•pleat accomplishment of it, is still to come. cc cst av n2 pc-acp vhi vbn, av n1 j n1 pp-f pn31, vbz av pc-acp vvi. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 190 Page 106
1236 There are two Propositions in this Doctri•• which may be briefly illustrated, viz. 1. That there is a great and general Calling •• the JEWS yet to come. There Are two Propositions in this Doctri•• which may be briefly illustrated, viz. 1. That there is a great and general Calling •• the JEWS yet to come. pc-acp vbr crd n2 p-acp d np1 r-crq vmb vbi av-j vvn, n1 crd d a-acp vbz dt j cc j vvg •• dt np2 av pc-acp vvi. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 191 Page 106
1237 2 That when that time comes, there shall 〈 ◊ 〉 more peculiar Opening of this fountain. PROPOSITION. I. That there is a great and general Calling of the JEWS yet to come. 2 That when that time comes, there shall 〈 ◊ 〉 more peculiar Opening of this fountain. PROPOSITION. I. That there is a great and general Calling of the JEWS yet to come. crd cst c-crq cst n1 vvz, pc-acp vmb 〈 sy 〉 av-dc j vvg pp-f d n1. n1. np1 cst pc-acp vbz dt j cc j vvg pp-f dt np2 av pc-acp vvi. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 193 Page 106
1238 As there was a time whe• God rejected them, for the horrible contemp• which they cast upon Christ and his Gospe• in which they were made a scorn and a r•proach to the world, As there was a time whe• God rejected them, for the horrible contemp• which they cast upon christ and his Gospe• in which they were made a scorn and a r•proach to the world, c-acp a-acp vbds dt n1 n1 np1 vvd pno32, p-acp dt j n1 r-crq pns32 vvd p-acp np1 cc po31 np1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbdr vvn dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 194 Page 106
1239 and were dispersed fro• one end of the earth to another; and were dispersed fro• one end of the earth to Another; cc vbdr vvn n1 crd n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp j-jn; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 194 Page 106
1240 so there 〈 ◊ 〉 a time come when there shall be a National return of them to God, so there 〈 ◊ 〉 a time come when there shall be a National return of them to God, av a-acp 〈 sy 〉 dt n1 vvb c-crq a-acp vmb vbi dt j n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp np1, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 194 Page 107
1241 and they shall accept of Christ for their Lord and Saviour. The •ruth of this hath been, and still is denyed, and strenuously oppugned by some; and they shall accept of christ for their Lord and Saviour. The •ruth of this hath been, and still is denied, and strenuously oppugned by Some; cc pns32 vmb vvi pp-f np1 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1. dt n1 pp-f d vhz vbn, cc av vbz vvn, cc av-j vvn p-acp d; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 194 Page 107
1242 and the seemingly long delay of it, hath made many to hesitate about it; and the seemingly long Delay of it, hath made many to hesitate about it; cc av av-vvg j n1 pp-f pn31, vhz vvn d p-acp n1 p-acp pn31; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 194 Page 107
1243 and it is not to be wondred at, for Christ predicted, Luk. 18. 8. When the Son of Man cometh, shall he find faith •• the Earth? Which some have interpreted to have a respect to the belief of this truth. and it is not to be wondered At, for christ predicted, Luk. 18. 8. When the Son of Man comes, shall he find faith •• the Earth? Which Some have interpreted to have a respect to the belief of this truth. cc pn31 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp, c-acp np1 vvd, np1 crd crd c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz, vmb pns31 vvi n1 •• dt np1-n? r-crq d vhb vvn pc-acp vhi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 194 Page 107
1244 But there are others who with as great vigour defend it, and have solidly confuted all the pretended pleadings against it; But there Are Others who with as great vigour defend it, and have solidly confuted all the pretended pleadings against it; p-acp a-acp vbr n2-jn r-crq p-acp c-acp j n1 vvi pn31, cc vhb av-j vvn d dt j-vvn n2 p-acp pn31; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 194 Page 107
1245 and although it be not a Fundamental Article of Sal•ation, yet there is so much of Consolation arising from it to the people of God, in these dark days of tribulation upon the Church of Christ, that it is worth our while a little to refresh our selves with the speculation of it: and although it be not a Fundamental Article of Sal•ation, yet there is so much of Consolation arising from it to the people of God, in these dark days of tribulation upon the Church of christ, that it is worth our while a little to refresh our selves with the speculation of it: cc cs pn31 vbb xx dt j n1 pp-f n1, av pc-acp vbz av d pp-f n1 vvg p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst pn31 vbz j po12 n1 dt j pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31: (8) doctrine (DIV2) 194 Page 107
1246 And here let me premise, That this truth is purely of Revelation, and the Credit of it depends entirely on the Divine Testimony; we must therefore Search the Scriptures, i• we would know whether it be so. And Here let me premise, That this truth is purely of Revelation, and the Credit of it depends entirely on the Divine Testimony; we must Therefore Search the Scriptures, i• we would know whither it be so. cc av vvb pno11 n1, cst d n1 vbz av-j pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f pn31 vvz av-j p-acp dt j-jn n1; pns12 vmb av vvb dt n2, n1 pns12 vmd vvi cs pn31 vbb av. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 194 Page 107
1247 And among many Scripture confirmations of it, give me leave to offer a few Considerations; and to make way to this. Observe, And among many Scripture confirmations of it, give me leave to offer a few Considerations; and to make Way to this. Observe, cc p-acp d n1 n2 pp-f pn31, vvb pno11 n1 pc-acp vvi dt d n2; cc pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d. vvb, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 194 Page 107
1248 1. That there are many texts of Scripture which are to be understood of the Spiritual Israel. 1. That there Are many texts of Scripture which Are to be understood of the Spiritual Israel. crd d a-acp vbr d n2 pp-f n1 r-crq vbr pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f dt j np1. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 195 Page 107
1249 The whole mystical body of Christ, made up of both Jews and Gentiles, are frequently called the Israel of God, The Whole mystical body of christ, made up of both jews and Gentiles, Are frequently called the Israel of God, dt j-jn j n1 pp-f np1, vvd a-acp pp-f d np2 cc n2-j, vbr av-j vvn dt np1 pp-f np1, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 195 Page 108
1250 and the Seed of Abraham This must not be denyed; for, as God first Chose that Nation to be a peculiar people to himself; and the Seed of Abraham This must not be denied; for, as God First Chosen that nation to be a peculiar people to himself; cc dt n1 pp-f np1 d vmb xx vbi vvn; p-acp, c-acp np1 ord vvd d n1 pc-acp vbi dt j n1 p-acp px31; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 195 Page 108
1251 so he hath seen meet to put their Name upon the Church, even in Gospel times: so he hath seen meet to put their Name upon the Church, even in Gospel times: av pns31 vhz vvn j pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp dt n1, av p-acp n1 n2: (8) doctrine (DIV2) 195 Page 108
1252 and there are some places that cannot bear another interpretation; See, Gal 6. 16 Peac• be on them, and on the Israel of God. and there Are Some places that cannot bear Another Interpretation; See, Gall 6. 16 Peac• be on them, and on the Israel of God. cc pc-acp vbr d n2 cst vmbx vvi j-jn n1; vvb, n1 crd crd np1 vbb p-acp pno32, cc p-acp dt np1 pp-f np1. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 195 Page 108
1253 We are told of a Jew outwardly, and one that is s• inwardly, Rom. 2. 28. And in Chap. 9. 6. All are not Israel that are of Israel Accordingly there are Prophesies in which Gospel Ordina•ces are represented under legal expressions, b•• must be spiritually interpreted; We Are told of a Jew outwardly, and one that is s• inwardly, Rom. 2. 28. And in Chap. 9. 6. All Are not Israel that Are of Israel Accordingly there Are prophecies in which Gospel Ordina•ces Are represented under Legal expressions, b•• must be spiritually interpreted; pns12 vbr vvn pp-f dt np1 av-j, cc pi cst vbz n1 av-j, np1 crd crd cc p-acp np1 crd crd av-d vbr xx np1 cst vbr pp-f np1 av-vvg pc-acp vbr n2 p-acp r-crq n1 n2 vbr vvn p-acp j n2, n1 vmb vbi av-j vvn; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 195 Page 108
1254 such is tha•, Mal. 1. 11 In every place incense shall be offer•• unto my Name, and a pure offering. such is tha•, Malachi 1. 11 In every place incense shall be offer•• unto my Name, and a pure offering. d vbz n1, np1 crd crd p-acp d n1 vvi vmb vbi n1 p-acp po11 n1, cc dt j n1. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 195 Page 108
1255 And so•• think that the last Eight Chapters in the Prophesies of Ezekiel, are so to be understood. And so•• think that the last Eight Chapters in the prophecies of Ezekielem, Are so to be understood. cc n1 vvb d dt ord crd n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, vbr av pc-acp vbi vvn. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 195 Page 108
1256 2. There are Promises made to the Jews which did properly refer to their return from Babylon. 2. There Are Promises made to the jews which did properly refer to their return from Babylon. crd pc-acp vbr vvz vvn p-acp dt np2 r-crq vdd av-j vvi p-acp po32 n1 p-acp np1. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 196 Page 108
1257 There was such a return afforded them after their Captivity by Nebuchadnezzar, and God before hand gave them many supports, There was such a return afforded them After their Captivity by Nebuchadnezzar, and God before hand gave them many supports, pc-acp vbds d dt n1 vvd pno32 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp np1, cc np1 p-acp n1 vvd pno32 d vvz, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 196 Page 108
1258 and encouraging promises about it, wherein he prefixed the •ime when, and the manner how it should be brought about; and encouraging promises about it, wherein he prefixed the •ime when, and the manner how it should be brought about; cc vvg n2 p-acp pn31, c-crq pns31 vvd dt n1 c-crq, cc dt n1 c-crq pn31 vmd vbi vvn a-acp; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 196 Page 108
1259 and there are many di•courses in the Prophets which had a proper and direct aim at it: and there Are many di•courses in the prophets which had a proper and Direct aim At it: cc pc-acp vbr d n2 p-acp dt n2 r-crq vhd dt j cc j n1 p-acp pn31: (8) doctrine (DIV2) 196 Page 108
1260 we are therefor• told how Daniel, by reading of these Proph•sies, & making a Calculation from them, cam• •• know that time to be near its accomplish•ent, Dan. 9. 2. I Daniel understood by books the ••mber of the years, &c that he would accomplish ••enty years in the desolation of Jerusalem. we Are therefor• told how daniel, by reading of these Proph•sies, & making a Calculation from them, cam• •• know that time to be near its accomplish•ent, Dan. 9. 2. I daniel understood by books the ••mber of the Years, etc. that he would accomplish ••enty Years in the desolation of Jerusalem. pns12 vbr n1 vvn c-crq np1, p-acp vvg pp-f d n2, cc vvg dt n1 p-acp pno32, n1 •• vvb cst n1 pc-acp vbi av-j po31 n1, np1 crd crd sy np1 vvd p-acp n2 dt n1 pp-f dt n2, av cst pns31 vmd vvi n1 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 196 Page 109
1261 3. There are Predictions of glorious Things in the Gospel day, that had a special reference to the P•wer and Efficacy of the word in the Apostles 〈 ◊ 〉. The bringing in of the Gospel dispensation, 3. There Are Predictions of glorious Things in the Gospel day, that had a special Referente to the P•wer and Efficacy of the word in the Apostles 〈 ◊ 〉. The bringing in of the Gospel Dispensation, crd pc-acp vbr n2 pp-f j n2 p-acp dt n1 n1, cst vhd dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n2 〈 sy 〉. dt vvg p-acp pp-f dt n1 n1, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 197 Page 109
1262 and the great changes that were •rought thereby, was a matter of Admiration, 〈 ◊ 〉 was therefore often foretold in the Old-T•••ament: and on this account we are acquain•ed that these and those things were the fulfilling of such and such Prophesies: and the great changes that were •rought thereby, was a matter of Admiration, 〈 ◊ 〉 was Therefore often foretold in the Old-T•••ament: and on this account we Are acquain•ed that these and those things were the fulfilling of such and such prophecies: cc dt j n2 cst vbdr vvn av, vbds dt n1 pp-f n1, 〈 sy 〉 vbds av av vvn p-acp dt j: cc p-acp d n1 pns12 vbr vvn cst d cc d n2 vbdr dt vvg pp-f d cc d n2: (8) doctrine (DIV2) 197 Page 109
1263 particularly, the astonishing giving of the Holy Ghost, appearing in the Fiery Tongues given the Apostles soon after Christs Ascention, of which Peter gives that account, Acts 2. 16. &c. This is that which was spoken by the Prophet Joel, &c. 4. There are Texts of Scripture that have their s•veral degrees of accomplishment. particularly, the astonishing giving of the Holy Ghost, appearing in the Fiery Tongues given the Apostles soon After Christ Ascension, of which Peter gives that account, Acts 2. 16. etc. This is that which was spoken by the Prophet Joel, etc. 4. There Are Texts of Scripture that have their s•veral Degrees of accomplishment. av-j, dt vvg vvg pp-f dt j n1, vvg p-acp dt j n2 vvn dt n2 av p-acp npg1 n1, pp-f r-crq np1 vvz d n1, n2 crd crd av d vbz d r-crq vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 np1, av crd pc-acp vbr n2 pp-f n1 cst vhb po32 j n2 pp-f n1. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 197 Page 109
1264 Though there be but one thing that is ultimately designed in them, and till that be brought about, they are not compleatly fulfilled; Though there be but one thing that is ultimately designed in them, and till that be brought about, they Are not completely fulfilled; cs pc-acp vbi p-acp crd n1 cst vbz av-j vvn p-acp pno32, cc p-acp d vbb vvn a-acp, pns32 vbr xx av-j vvn; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 198 Page 109
1265 yet they shall be exemplified in some preludious Providences, that shall carry in them a Specimen of the same thing; yet they shall be exemplified in Some preludious Providences, that shall carry in them a Specimen of the same thing; av pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d j n2, cst vmb vvi p-acp pno32 dt n2 pp-f dt d n1; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 198 Page 109
1266 and are, as it were, Earnests of what is to come; and Are, as it were, Earnests of what is to come; cc vbr, c-acp pn31 vbdr, n2 pp-f r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 198 Page 109
1267 and so one and the same word may be said to have been accomplished more than once: and so one and the same word may be said to have been accomplished more than once: cc av crd cc dt d n1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vhi vbn vvn av-dc cs a-acp: (8) doctrine (DIV2) 198 Page 109
1268 though that which it mainly intended is still expected; which might be instanced in dive•s particulars though that which it mainly intended is still expected; which might be instanced in dive•s particulars cs d r-crq pn31 av-j vvd vbz av vvn; r-crq vmd vbi vvn p-acp n2 n2-j (8) doctrine (DIV2) 198 Page 110
1269 Now from what hath been said, we may proceed to the thing in hand: Now from what hath been said, we may proceed to the thing in hand: av p-acp r-crq vhz vbn vvn, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1: (8) doctrine (DIV2) 199 Page 110
1270 and in general ▪ observe, That though there be a Mystical sense in some Prophesies about Israel, yet they go too far, who would restrain all altogether to this, and in general ▪ observe, That though there be a Mystical sense in Some prophecies about Israel, yet they go too Far, who would restrain all altogether to this, cc p-acp n1 ▪ vvb, cst cs pc-acp vbi dt j n1 p-acp d n2 p-acp np1, av pns32 vvb av av-j, r-crq vmd vvi d av p-acp d, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 199 Page 110
1271 as those do who deny this Doctrine: as those doe who deny this Doctrine: c-acp d n1 r-crq vvb d n1: (8) doctrine (DIV2) 199 Page 110
1272 yea there is a Compound sense in many of these things, and they aim both at the one and the other: yea there is a Compound sense in many of these things, and they aim both At the one and the other: uh a-acp vbz dt vvi n1 p-acp d pp-f d n2, cc pns32 vvb d p-acp dt crd cc dt n-jn: (8) doctrine (DIV2) 199 Page 110
1273 and though divers things did refer to the return from Babylon, yet not all, but some look farther; and though diverse things did refer to the return from Babylon, yet not all, but Some look farther; cc cs j n2 vdd vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, av xx d, cc-acp d vvb av-jc; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 199 Page 110
1274 yea even those that engross that in them, have a longer reach in them, many of them: yea even those that engross that in them, have a longer reach in them, many of them: uh av d cst vvb cst p-acp pno32, vhb dt jc n1 p-acp pno32, d pp-f pno32: (8) doctrine (DIV2) 199 Page 110
1275 and though some things had their fulfillment in the days of Christ & his Apostl• yet others had not, and though Some things had their fulfillment in the days of christ & his Apostl• yet Others had not, cc cs d n2 vhd po32 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 cc po31 np1 av n2-jn vhb xx, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 199 Page 110
1276 but still remain to be brought to pass; and those which then had a b•ginning have a greater f•llness behind; but still remain to be brought to pass; and those which then had a b•ginning have a greater f•llness behind; cc-acp av vvi pc-acp vbi vvn pc-acp vvi; cc d r-crq av vhd dt n1 vhi dt jc n1 a-acp; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 199 Page 110
1277 and that the calling of the JEWS is one of these will be evident, if we consider. and that the calling of the JEWS is one of these will be evident, if we Consider. cc cst dt n-vvg pp-f dt np2 vbz pi pp-f d vmb vbi j, cs pns12 vvb. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 199 Page 110
1278 1. That there is a Calling of the JEWS m••tioned distributively with that of the Gentiles; 1. That there is a Calling of the JEWS m••tioned distributively with that of the Gentiles; crd d a-acp vbz dt vvg pp-f dt np2 vvd av-j p-acp d pp-f dt n2-j; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 200 Page 110
1279 and therefore it must be literally understo••, with respect to that Nation, and cannot be restrained to the Mystical body of Christ, which comprehends all of both sorts in it. and Therefore it must be literally understo••, with respect to that nation, and cannot be restrained to the Mystical body of christ, which comprehends all of both sorts in it. cc av pn31 vmb vbi av-j n1, p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, cc vmbx vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvz d pp-f d n2 p-acp pn31. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 200 Page 110
1280 This is designedly handled by the Apostle in, Rom. 11. The thing he there aims at, is to shew tha• God hath not utterly cast off that Nation, an• he argues it from the reason of their being 〈 ◊ 〉 o••, Verse 11, 12. Have they stumbled that they should fall? God forbid, &c. He therefore asserts that there will be a time wh•n they shall be restored again to a Church state, This is designedly handled by the Apostle in, Rom. 11. The thing he there aims At, is to show tha• God hath not utterly cast off that nation, an• he argues it from the reason of their being 〈 ◊ 〉 o••, Verse 11, 12. Have they stumbled that they should fallen? God forbid, etc. He Therefore asserts that there will be a time wh•n they shall be restored again to a Church state, d vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp, np1 crd dt n1 pns31 a-acp vvz p-acp, vbz pc-acp vvi n1 np1 vhz xx av-j vvn a-acp d n1, n1 pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 vbg 〈 sy 〉 n1, vvb crd, crd vhb pns32 vvd cst pns32 vmd vvi? np1 vvb, av pns31 av n2 cst a-acp vmb vbi dt n1 av pns32 vmb vbi vvn av p-acp dt n1 n1, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 200 Page 111
1281 and return into favour with God; and return into favour with God; cc vvi p-acp n1 p-acp np1; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 200 Page 111
1282 for which he also brings Scripture evidence, Verse 25, 26. Blindness in part is hapned to Israel, for which he also brings Scripture evidence, Verse 25, 26. Blindness in part is happened to Israel, p-acp r-crq pns31 av vvz n1 n1, vvb crd, crd n1 p-acp n1 vbz vvn p-acp np1, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 200 Page 111
1283 until the fulness of the Gentiles be come in; until the fullness of the Gentiles be come in; c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np1 vbb vvn p-acp; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 200 Page 111
1284 & so all Israel shall be saved as it is written, &c. Nor can these things be understood Allegoricall• without violence done to the whole scope of the context. & so all Israel shall be saved as it is written, etc. Nor can these things be understood Allegoricall• without violence done to the Whole scope of the context. cc av d np1 vmb vbi vvn c-acp pn31 vbz vvn, av ccx vmb d n2 vbb vvn np1 p-acp n1 vdn p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 200 Page 111
1285 2. There is a Calling of the JEWS foretold to be in the days of the Gospel. 2. There is a Calling of the JEWS foretold to be in the days of the Gospel. crd pc-acp vbz dt vvg pp-f dt np2 vvd pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 201 Page 111
1286 Their call and return from Babylon was before Christs coming in our flesh, but there is another spoken of which is to be after that, Their call and return from Babylon was before Christ coming in our Flesh, but there is Another spoken of which is to be After that, po32 n1 cc vvi p-acp np1 vbds p-acp npg1 vvg p-acp po12 n1, cc-acp pc-acp vbz j-jn vvn pp-f r-crq vbz pc-acp vbi p-acp d, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 201 Page 111
1287 and therefore God makes mention of doing it a second time, Isa. 11. 11, 12. The Lord shall set his hand again the Second time, to recover the remnant of his people from Assyria, and Therefore God makes mention of doing it a second time, Isaiah 11. 11, 12. The Lord shall Set his hand again the Second time, to recover the remnant of his people from Assyria, cc av np1 vvz n1 pp-f vdg pn31 dt ord n1, np1 crd crd, crd dt n1 vmb vvi po31 n1 av dt ord n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp np1, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 201 Page 111
1288 and from Egypt, &c. And he saith that this shall come to pass in that day: and from Egypt, etc. And he Says that this shall come to pass in that day: cc p-acp np1, av cc pns31 vvz cst d vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1: (8) doctrine (DIV2) 201 Page 111
1289 which the whole context assures us, is the day of the Gospel after Christ had appeared in our nature: which the Whole context assures us, is the day of the Gospel After christ had appeared in our nature: r-crq dt j-jn n1 vvz pno12, vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1 vhd vvn p-acp po12 n1: (8) doctrine (DIV2) 201 Page 111
1290 and doubtless whatsoever was Prophesied con•erning that People, after their return to their Land must look forward; and doubtless whatsoever was Prophesied con•erning that People, After their return to their Land must look forward; cc av-j r-crq vbds vvn vvg d n1, p-acp po32 n1 p-acp po32 n1 vmb vvi av-j; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 201 Page 111
1291 and many things cannot be understood of any but the Gospel day: and many things cannot be understood of any but the Gospel day: cc d n2 vmbx vbi vvn pp-f d p-acp dt n1 n1: (8) doctrine (DIV2) 201 Page 111
1292 and such is our Text and Context; inasmuch as Zechariah was one of these Prophets who Prophesied to the returned Captivity • and the tenour of this particular Vision of •i• points us to the day when Christ had been Crucified among them. and such is our Text and Context; inasmuch as Zechariah was one of these prophets who Prophesied to the returned Captivity • and the tenor of this particular Vision of •i• points us to the day when christ had been crucified among them. cc d vbz po12 n1 cc n1; av p-acp np1 vbds pi pp-f d n2 r-crq vvd p-acp dt vvn n1 • cc dt n1 pp-f d j n1 pp-f n1 vvz pno12 p-acp dt n1 c-crq np1 vhd vbn vvn p-acp pno32. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 201 Page 112
1293 3. There is •• Calling of the JEWS mentioned ▪ that is to be after they had been Rejected, 3. There is •• Calling of the JEWS mentioned ▪ that is to be After they had been Rejected, crd pc-acp vbz •• vvg pp-f dt np2 vvn ▪ d vbz pc-acp vbi c-acp pns32 vhd vbn vvd, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 202 Page 112
1294 and Dissipated, for their Despising of Christ. and Dissipated, for their Despising of christ. cc vvn, p-acp po32 vvg pp-f np1. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 202 Page 112
1295 And therefore the Casting them off, or unchur•hing them, and this return of theirs are joyned together; And Therefore the Casting them off, or unchur•hing them, and this return of theirs Are joined together; cc av dt vvg pno32 a-acp, cc vvg pno32, cc d n1 pp-f png32 vbr vvn av; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 202 Page 112
1296 yea the Apostle in the forecited Rom. 11. brings this in as a relief against despond•cy, with respect unto t•• former, where he purposely ▪ speaks of their being cut off, and 〈 ◊ 〉 us that they shall be grafted in again: • ••ee in particular, Verse. 15, 16. and Verse 24. This also is the Call which our Text points to, a• •• evident from, Chap 12. 10 &c Christ th••fore so speaks of their Rejection as that whi•• had a limited time, Luk. 21. 24. Jerusa•• shall be trodden ▪ down of the Gentiles, yea the Apostle in the forecited Rom. 11. brings this in as a relief against despond•cy, with respect unto t•• former, where he purposely ▪ speaks of their being Cut off, and 〈 ◊ 〉 us that they shall be grafted in again: • ••ee in particular, Verse. 15, 16. and Verse 24. This also is the Call which our Text points to, a• •• evident from, Chap 12. 10 etc. christ th••fore so speaks of their Rejection as that whi•• had a limited time, Luk. 21. 24. Jerusa•• shall be trodden ▪ down of the Gentiles, uh dt n1 p-acp dt j np1 crd vvz d p-acp a-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, p-acp n1 p-acp n1 j, c-crq pns31 av ▪ vvz pp-f po32 vbg vvn a-acp, cc 〈 sy 〉 pno12 cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp av: • vbi p-acp j, n1. crd, crd cc vvb crd np1 av vbz dt n1 r-crq po12 n1 n2 p-acp, n1 •• j p-acp, n1 crd crd av np1 av av vvz pp-f po32 n1 p-acp d n1 vhd dt j-vvn n1, np1 crd crd np1 vmb vbi vvn ▪ a-acp pp-f dt n2-j, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 202 Page 112
1297 until t•• •mes of the Gentiles be fulfilled ▪ 4. There is a National Calling of them spo•• of. until t•• •mes of the Gentiles be fulfilled ▪ 4. There is a National Calling of them spo•• of. c-acp n1 vvz pp-f dt np1 vbb vvn ▪ crd pc-acp vbz dt j vvg pp-f pno32 n1 pp-f. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 202 Page 112
1298 There were indeed many of them effectually Called by ▪ Christ and his Apostles, and many that believed in those days; There were indeed many of them effectually Called by ▪ christ and his Apostles, and many that believed in those days; a-acp vbdr av d pp-f pno32 av-j vvn p-acp ▪ np1 cc po31 n2, cc d cst vvd p-acp d n2; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 203 Page 112
1299 Three th••sand were added at one time. Three th••sand were added At one time. crd n1 vbdr vvn p-acp crd n1. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 203 Page 112
1300 Acts 2. 41. And Five thousand •• another time, Acts 4 4 Beside• many more upon other occasions; Acts 2. 41. And Five thousand •• Another time, Acts 4 4 Beside• many more upon other occasions; vvz crd crd cc crd crd •• j-jn n1, n2 crd crd np1 d av-dc p-acp j-jn n2; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 203 Page 112
1301 Acts 2. 4. The Lord added dayly to the Church such as should be saved. But all this while the N•tion stood •ff, and did no• embrace Christ; Acts 2. 4. The Lord added daily to the Church such as should be saved. But all this while the N•tion stood •ff, and did no• embrace christ; n2 crd crd dt n1 vvd av-j p-acp dt n1 d c-acp vmd vbi vvn. p-acp d d cs dt n1 vvd n1, cc vdd n1 vvi np1; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 203 Page 112
1302 that ther•fore is yet to come On this account the Apostle in, Rom. 11. having in the beginning 〈 ◊ 〉 the Chapter proved that they were not utterly cast off, that ther•fore is yet to come On this account the Apostle in, Rom. 11. having in the beginning 〈 ◊ 〉 the Chapter proved that they were not utterly cast off, cst av vbz av pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 dt n1 p-acp, np1 crd vhg p-acp dt n-vvg 〈 sy 〉 dt n1 vvd cst pns32 vbdr xx av-j vvn a-acp, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 203 Page 113
1303 because there were so many called already, proceeds from Verse 11. to t•ll us of a more general return o• them, Because there were so many called already, proceeds from Verse 11. to t•ll us of a more general return o• them, c-acp pc-acp vbdr av av-d vvn av, vvz p-acp vvb crd pc-acp vvi pno12 pp-f dt av-dc j n1 n1 pno32, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 203 Page 113
1304 and assures us 〈 ◊ 〉 it shall be All Israel ▪ Vers• 26. Not as if every individual shall thus be Saved but the body of that Nation that shall then be living. and assures us 〈 ◊ 〉 it shall be All Israel ▪ Vers• 26. Not as if every Individu shall thus be Saved but the body of that nation that shall then be living. cc vvz pno12 〈 sy 〉 pn31 vmb vbi d np1 ▪ np1 crd xx c-acp cs d j-jn vmb av vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 cst vmb av vbi vvg. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 203 Page 113
1305 5 There are such things asserted in the word of God concerning this Call, as have never yet been •complished. 5 There Are such things asserted in the word of God Concerning this Call, as have never yet been •complished. crd a-acp vbr d n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg d n1, c-acp vhb av av vbn vvn. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 204 Page 113
1306 The happy state of that forlorn Nation, is so set forth as it never arrived to, The happy state of that forlorn nation, is so Set forth as it never arrived to, dt j n1 pp-f cst j-vvn n1, vbz av vvn av c-acp pn31 av-x vvd p-acp, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 204 Page 113
1307 after their return from Babylon, till their being •ut off from being a People by the Romans. To this we may refer the Prophesy in, Isa 65. 1•. to end. After their return from Babylon, till their being •ut off from being a People by the Romans. To this we may refer the Prophesy in, Isaiah 65. 1•. to end. p-acp po32 n1 p-acp np1, p-acp po32 vbg av a-acp p-acp vbg dt n1 p-acp dt np1. p-acp d pns12 vmb vvi dt vvb p-acp, np1 crd n1. p-acp n1. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 204 Page 113
1308 And that, Hos. 3. 4, 5. And that, Zech 12. 6, 7, 8. Which must needs refer to times yet unfulfilled, And that, Hos. 3. 4, 5. And that, Zechariah 12. 6, 7, 8. Which must needs refer to times yet unfulfilled, cc d, np1 crd crd, crd cc d, np1 crd crd, crd, crd r-crq vmb av vvi p-acp n2 av vvn, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 204 Page 113
1309 for hitherto they are the most scattered, contemptible and scorned people in the whole World, and have so continued for more than Sixteen hundred years. for hitherto they Are the most scattered, contemptible and scorned people in the Whole World, and have so continued for more than Sixteen hundred Years. c-acp av pns32 vbr dt av-ds j-vvn, j cc j-vvn n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc vhb av vvn p-acp dc cs crd crd n2. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 204 Page 113
1310 6. To all let me add, That the Providence of God ▪ towards them is to be adored, in that they remain to be a distinct People to this day Notwithstanding all the Calamities that have befallen them, 6. To all let me add, That the Providence of God ▪ towards them is to be adored, in that they remain to be a distinct People to this day Notwithstanding all the Calamities that have befallen them, crd p-acp d vvb pno11 vvi, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 ▪ p-acp pno32 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, p-acp cst pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi dt j n1 p-acp d n1 a-acp d dt n2 cst vhb vvn pno32, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 205 Page 113
1311 and the horrible Dispersions of them upon the face of the Earth, yet they keep themselves a Separate People in Life, manners, and the horrible Dispersions of them upon the face of the Earth, yet they keep themselves a Separate People in Life, manners, cc dt j n2 pp-f pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av pns32 vvb px32 dt j n1 p-acp n1, n2, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 205 Page 113
1312 and customs, divers from other Nations; which certainly must be for some glorious end designed by the all-wise God: and customs, diverse from other nations; which Certainly must be for Some glorious end designed by the alwise God: cc n2, j p-acp j-jn n2; r-crq av-j vmb vbi p-acp d j n1 vvn p-acp dt j np1: (8) doctrine (DIV2) 205 Page 113
1313 and what shall we suppose it to be, but that which is thus fore signifyed? PROPOSITION. II. That when that time comes, there shall be a more peculiar Opening of this Fountain. and what shall we suppose it to be, but that which is thus before signified? PROPOSITION. II That when that time comes, there shall be a more peculiar Opening of this Fountain. cc q-crq vmb pns12 vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi, cc-acp cst r-crq vbz av a-acp vvd? n1. crd cst c-crq cst n1 vvz, pc-acp vmb vbi dt av-dc j vvg pp-f d n1. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 205 Page 114
1314 The•• is something to be done in that day, which was never before done in this regard; The•• is something to be done in that day, which was never before done in this regard; np1 vbz pi p-acp vbi vdn p-acp d n1, r-crq vbds av-x a-acp vdn p-acp d n1; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 206 Page 114
1315 and that must be with regard to the manner and degree of the manifestation and application of it. and that must be with regard to the manner and degree of the manifestation and application of it. cc cst vmb vbi p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 206 Page 114
1316 We may take a brief account of this affair in the following Conclusions. We may take a brief account of this affair in the following Conclusions. pns12 vmb vvi dt j n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt vvg n2. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 206 Page 114
1317 1. That there are happy Times predicted for the Church, after her wilderness estate shall be o••. 1. That there Are happy Times predicted for the Church, After her Wilderness estate shall be o••. crd d a-acp vbr j n2 vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp po31 n1 n1 vmb vbi n1. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 207 Page 114
1318 As there was a time, when after God had brought his People out of Egypt, they went through the wilderness, in order to their g••rious Settlement in Canaan, so we are told of the Gospel Church, that soon after its bei•• called it should go into the wilderness, As there was a time, when After God had brought his People out of Egypt, they went through the Wilderness, in order to their g••rious Settlement in Canaan, so we Are told of the Gospel Church, that soon After its bei•• called it should go into the Wilderness, c-acp a-acp vbds dt n1, c-crq p-acp np1 vhd vvn po31 n1 av pp-f np1, pns32 vvd p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1 p-acp po32 j n1 p-acp np1, av pns12 vbr vvn pp-f dt n1 n1, cst av p-acp po31 n1 vvd pn31 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 207 Page 114
1319 and •• there for a prefixed time, Rev. 12. 6. The •• men fled into the wilderness, where she had a pl••• prepared of God, that they should feed her ther• • thousand two hundred and threescore days. and •• there for a prefixed time, Rev. 12. 6. The •• men fled into the Wilderness, where she had a pl••• prepared of God, that they should feed her ther• • thousand two hundred and threescore days. cc •• a-acp p-acp dt j-vvn n1, n1 crd crd dt •• n2 vvn p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns31 vhd dt n1 vvn pp-f np1, cst pns32 vmd vvi po31 n1 • crd crd crd cc crd n2. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 207 Page 114
1320 But God hath promised to it in this world, a mo•e glorious Conspicuous state after these days are ended; But God hath promised to it in this world, a mo•e glorious Conspicuous state After these days Are ended; p-acp np1 vhz vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp d n1, dt av-dc j j n1 p-acp d n2 vbr vvn; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 207 Page 114
1321 and this is celebrated in the four last Chapters of that book: and this is celebrated in the four last Chapters of that book: cc d vbz vvn p-acp dt crd ord n2 pp-f d n1: (8) doctrine (DIV2) 207 Page 114
1322 and this by some is supposed to be aimed at in, Cant. 8. 5. Who is this that cometh up from the wilderness, lea••• upon her beloved? It being a thing that shal• be very surprizing to all that shall observe ••. and this by Some is supposed to be aimed At in, Cant 8. 5. Who is this that comes up from the Wilderness, lea••• upon her Beloved? It being a thing that shal• be very surprising to all that shall observe ••. cc d p-acp d vbz vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp p-acp, np1 crd crd q-crq vbz d cst vvz a-acp p-acp dt n1, n1 p-acp pno31 vvn? pn31 vbg dt n1 cst n1 vbb av vvg p-acp d cst vmb vvi ••. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 207 Page 114
1323 Hitherto also may that have a special reference ▪ Psal. 85. 3. Glorious things are spoken of thee, Oh City of God. Hitherto also may that have a special Referente ▪ Psalm 85. 3. Glorious things Are spoken of thee, O city of God. av av vmb cst vhb dt j n1 ▪ np1 crd crd j n2 vbr vvn pp-f pno21, uh n1 pp-f np1. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 207 Page 115
1324 2. That these glorious things have not as yet befallen it in their compleat Accomplishment. 2. That these glorious things have not as yet befallen it in their complete Accomplishment. crd cst d j n2 vhb xx a-acp av vvn pn31 p-acp po32 j n1. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 208 Page 115
1325 I dare not deny, but that there are some things spoken in the Scriptures concerning the Church of God, that must be referred to the Triumph••t state of it, I Dare not deny, but that there Are Some things spoken in the Scriptures Concerning the Church of God, that must be referred to the Triumph••t state of it, pns11 vvb xx vvi, cc-acp cst a-acp vbr d n2 vvn p-acp dt n2 vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, cst vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 208 Page 115
1326 and it would be a delusion to apply them to its Militancy. There must also be an allowance made for our supposing the Spirit of God, who condescends to speak to •s in our own Language, to use Hyperbolical expressions ▪ and set forth the better condition of the Militant Church upon Earth, with words borrowed from the state of Glory to which it shall at length arrive: and it would be a delusion to apply them to its Militancy. There must also be an allowance made for our supposing the Spirit of God, who condescends to speak to •s in our own Language, to use Hyperbolical expressions ▪ and Set forth the better condition of the Militant Church upon Earth, with words borrowed from the state of Glory to which it shall At length arrive: cc pn31 vmd vbi dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po31 n1. a-acp vmb av vbi dt n1 vvd p-acp po12 n-vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvz pc-acp vvi pc-acp vbz p-acp po12 d n1, pc-acp vvi j n2 ▪ cc vvi av dt jc n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp n1, p-acp n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp r-crq pn31 vmb p-acp n1 vvi: (8) doctrine (DIV2) 208 Page 115
1327 but we must not think that he goes about to delude us with flourishing Promises, and then put us off with low and little performances. but we must not think that he Goes about to delude us with flourishing Promises, and then put us off with low and little performances. cc-acp pns12 vmb xx vvi cst pns31 vvz a-acp pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp j-vvg vvz, cc av vvb pno12 a-acp p-acp j cc j n2. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 208 Page 115
1328 There have indeed been wonderful accomplishments for the Church in these latter days, peculiarly since the beginning of the Reformation; There have indeed been wondered accomplishments for the Church in these latter days, peculiarly since the beginning of the Reformation; pc-acp vhi av vbn j n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d d n2, av-j c-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 208 Page 115
1329 but these are little in comparison with the things foretold to be brought to pass; but these Are little in comparison with the things foretold to be brought to pass; cc-acp d vbr j p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn pc-acp vvi; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 208 Page 115
1330 we are therefore to look for a transcendently greater Glory behind, and making hast to appear. we Are Therefore to look for a transcendently greater Glory behind, and making haste to appear. pns12 vbr av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt av-j jc n1 a-acp, cc vvg n1 pc-acp vvi. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 208 Page 115
1331 Who shall read, Isa 60. throughout, and particularly from Verse 18. to the end. Who shall read, Isaiah 60. throughout, and particularly from Verse 18. to the end. q-crq vmb vvi, np1 crd a-acp, cc av-jn p-acp vvb crd p-acp dt n1. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 208 Page 115
1332 And Chap 11. 6, &c. with many other Prophesies of a like import? he must confess that there is more yet to be expected. And Chap 11. 6, etc. with many other prophecies of a like import? he must confess that there is more yet to be expected. cc n1 crd crd, av p-acp d j-jn n2 pp-f dt j n1? pns31 vmb vvi cst pc-acp vbz av-dc av pc-acp vbi vvn. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 208 Page 115
1333 3. That these days are to be contemporary with the Calling of the Jews, and the fulness of the Gentiles. and the destruction of Anti-Christ. 3. That these days Are to be contemporary with the Calling of the jews, and the fullness of the Gentiles. and the destruction of Antichrist. crd cst d n2 vbr pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt np2, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n2-j. cc dt n1 pp-f np1. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 209 Page 116
1334 In what order these shall be brought about, I dispute not; In what order these shall be brought about, I dispute not; p-acp r-crq n1 d vmb vbi vvn a-acp, pns11 vvb xx; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 209 Page 116
1335 but God will doubtless prepare the way to the destruction of the Man of Sin who stands in the way, by giving an enlarged Commission for the Preaching of the Everlasting Gospel, which shall Call his out of Babylon, and convince the Great Ones of their egregious folly in giving their power to the Beas• and provoking them to reassume it; but God will doubtless prepare the Way to the destruction of the Man of since who Stands in the Way, by giving an enlarged Commission for the Preaching of the Everlasting Gospel, which shall Call his out of Babylon, and convince the Great Ones of their egregious folly in giving their power to the Beas• and provoking them to reassume it; cc-acp np1 vmb av-j vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1, p-acp vvg dt vvn n1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt j n1, r-crq vmb vvi po31 av pp-f np1, cc vvi dt j pi2 pp-f po32 j n1 p-acp vvg po32 n1 p-acp dt np1 cc vvg pno32 pc-acp vvi pn31; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 209 Page 116
1336 which Preachign shall also Call in the Nations of the World that at present are Unconverted; which Preachign shall also Call in the nations of the World that At present Are Unconverted; r-crq n1 vmb av vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 cst p-acp j vbr vvn; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 209 Page 116
1337 by which the JEWS shall likewise be affected, and perswaded to come in with them un•• Christ These things to be sure will be closely connected, by which the JEWS shall likewise be affected, and persuaded to come in with them un•• christ These things to be sure will be closely connected, p-acp r-crq dt np2 vmb av vbi vvn, cc vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp pno32 n1 np1 d n2 pc-acp vbi j vmb vbi av-j vvn, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 209 Page 116
1338 and one of them follow upon th• other. and one of them follow upon th• other. cc crd pp-f pno32 vvi p-acp n1 j-jn. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 209 Page 116
1339 The Apostle tells us, Rom. 11. 25. Blindness in part is hapned to Israel, till the fulness of the Gentiles be come in; The Apostle tells us, Rom. 11. 25. Blindness in part is happened to Israel, till the fullness of the Gentiles be come in; dt n1 vvz pno12, np1 crd crd n1 p-acp n1 vbz vvn p-acp np1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np1 vbb vvn p-acp; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 209 Page 116
1340 and verse 30. 31. As ye in times past have not believed God, yet now have obtained mercy through their unbelief, and verse 30. 31. As you in times passed have not believed God, yet now have obtained mercy through their unbelief, cc n1 crd crd p-acp pn22 p-acp n2 vvn vhb xx vvn np1, av av vhb vvn n1 p-acp po32 n1, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 209 Page 116
1341 even so have these also now not believed, that through your mercy, they may also obtain mercy. even so have these also now not believed, that through your mercy, they may also obtain mercy. av av vhb d av av xx vvn, cst p-acp po22 n1, pns32 vmb av vvi n1. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 209 Page 116
1342 And now it is that these blessed days shall Commence: And now it is that these blessed days shall Commence: cc av pn31 vbz cst d j-vvn n2 vmb vvi: (8) doctrine (DIV2) 209 Page 116
1343 and therefore when the Whore is Judged, great Salvations come in, and the Jews are brought in, together with the Gentiles to Celebrate it with their Hallelujah's, Rev. 19. 1, 3, 4, 6. And now shall the Sealed Ones, both •• the Jews and Gentiles appear in their lustre. and Therefore when the Whore is Judged, great Salvations come in, and the jews Are brought in, together with the Gentiles to Celebrate it with their Hallelujah's, Rev. 19. 1, 3, 4, 6. And now shall the Sealed Ones, both •• the jews and Gentiles appear in their lustre. cc av c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, j n2 vvb p-acp, cc dt np2 vbr vvn p-acp, av p-acp dt n2-j pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp po32 npg1, n1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd cc av vmb dt vvd pi2, d •• dt np2 cc n2-j vvb p-acp po32 n1. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 209 Page 117
1344 4. That the Happiness of those times will be •ainly Spiritual. 4. That the Happiness of those times will be •ainly Spiritual. crd cst dt n1 pp-f d n2 vmb vbi av-j j. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 210 Page 117
1345 Not but that there will be an External Glory then afforded to the Church of God; Not but that there will be an External Glory then afforded to the Church of God; xx p-acp d a-acp vmb vbi dt j n1 av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 210 Page 117
1346 that is the time when God will say to Zion, arise and shine, Isa. 6•. 1. Then will that prediction be fulfilled in, 〈 ◊ 〉 2. 2. The Mountain of the Lords House ••all be established in the top of the Mountains, that is the time when God will say to Zion, arise and shine, Isaiah 6•. 1. Then will that prediction be fulfilled in, 〈 ◊ 〉 2. 2. The Mountain of the lords House ••all be established in the top of the Mountains, d vbz dt n1 c-crq np1 vmb vvi p-acp np1, vvb cc vvi, np1 n1. crd av vmb d n1 vbi vvn p-acp, 〈 sy 〉 crd crd dt n1 pp-f dt n2 n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 210 Page 117
1347 and shall he Exalted above the Hills, and all Nations shall flow to it; and that, Psal. 72. •. The Mountains shall bring forth peace to the people; and shall he Exalted above the Hills, and all nations shall flow to it; and that, Psalm 72. •. The Mountains shall bring forth peace to the people; cc vmb pns31 vvn p-acp dt n2, cc d n2 vmb vvi p-acp pn31; cc d, np1 crd •. dt n2 vmb vvi av n1 p-acp dt n1; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 210 Page 117
1348 and v. 7. In his days shall the Righte•• flourish and abundance of peace ▪ so long as the Moon endureth. and v. 7. In his days shall the Righte•• flourish and abundance of peace ▪ so long as the Moon Endureth. cc n1 crd p-acp po31 n2 vmb dt np1 n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 ▪ av av-j c-acp dt n1 vvz. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 210 Page 117
1349 Then shall Satan be bound, ••d the haters of God shall feign Obedience, and ••s enemies lick the dust: Then shall Satan be bound, ••d the haters of God shall feign obedience, and ••s enemies lick the dust: av vmb np1 vbi vvn, vvd dt n2 pp-f np1 vmb vvi n1, cc j n2 vvi dt n1: (8) doctrine (DIV2) 210 Page 117
1350 Then will that be understood and experienced, Ezek. 28. 24. There shall be no more a pricking briar• unto the House of Israel, Then will that be understood and experienced, Ezekiel 28. 24. There shall be no more a pricking briar• unto the House of Israel, av vmb d vbi vvn cc vvn, np1 crd crd pc-acp vmb vbi dx av-dc dt j-vvg n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 210 Page 117
1351 nor any grieving thorn, &c. But the great glory of these times will be, that Grace will then flourish, and holiness abound. nor any grieving thorn, etc. But the great glory of these times will be, that Grace will then flourish, and holiness abound. ccx d j-vvg n1, av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n2 vmb vbi, cst n1 vmb av vvi, cc n1 vvi. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 210 Page 117
1352 Christ told Pilate, Job. 18. 36. My Kingdom is not of this world: And Holiness will mainly difference that from all else; christ told Pilate, Job. 18. 36. My Kingdom is not of this world: And Holiness will mainly difference that from all Else; np1 vvd np1, np1. crd crd po11 n1 vbz xx pp-f d n1: cc n1 vmb av-j n1 cst p-acp d av; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 210 Page 117
1353 it is therefore said of these times, Zech. 14. 20, 21. In that day there shall be upon the bells of the Horses, Holiness to the Lord, &c. 5. The Spiritual felicity of those days will flow from the more full opening of Christ the Fou•tain: For, it is Therefore said of these times, Zechariah 14. 20, 21. In that day there shall be upon the Bells' of the Horses, Holiness to the Lord, etc. 5. The Spiritual felicity of those days will flow from the more full opening of christ the Fou•tain: For, pn31 vbz av vvn pp-f d n2, np1 crd crd, crd p-acp d n1 a-acp vmb vbi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2, n1 p-acp dt n1, av crd dt j n1 pp-f d n2 vmb vvi p-acp dt av-dc j n-vvg pp-f np1 dt n1: p-acp, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 210 Page 117
1354 1. All Spiritual Good derives from Christ to 〈 ◊ 〉. We have none in us naturally; 1. All Spiritual Good derives from christ to 〈 ◊ 〉. We have none in us naturally; crd d j j vvz p-acp np1 pc-acp 〈 sy 〉. pns12 vhb pix p-acp pno12 av-j; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 212 Page 118
1355 as he purchased for us all that we have, so he consers it upon us: it is of his fulness that we receive, Job. as he purchased for us all that we have, so he consers it upon us: it is of his fullness that we receive, Job. c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp pno12 d cst pns12 vhb, av pns31 n2 pn31 p-acp pno12: pn31 vbz pp-f po31 n1 cst pns12 vvb, np1. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 212 Page 118
1356 1. 16. What therefore he gives, we derive from him, and therefore our encreases are proportionable to his Communications to us; 1. 16. What Therefore he gives, we derive from him, and Therefore our increases Are proportionable to his Communications to us; crd crd q-crq av pns31 vvz, pns12 vvb p-acp pno31, cc av po12 vvz vbr j p-acp po31 n2 p-acp pno12; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 212 Page 118
1357 if he with holds from us, we wither, and go to decay, but if he shall influence us liberally, we shall flourish. if he with holds from us, we wither, and go to decay, but if he shall influence us liberally, we shall flourish. cs pns31 p-acp vvz p-acp pno12, pns12 vvi, cc vvb pc-acp vvi, cc-acp cs pns31 vmb n1 pno12 av-j, pns12 vmb vvi. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 212 Page 118
1358 2. There have been the gradual Communications of this good to the Church and People of God in all Generations. 2. There have been the gradual Communications of this good to the Church and People of God in all Generations. crd pc-acp vhi vbn dt j-jn n2 pp-f d j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n2. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 213 Page 118
1359 This fountain hath been and continueth opened to some or other o• fallen men from the beginning; This fountain hath been and Continueth opened to Some or other o• fallen men from the beginning; d n1 vhz vbn cc vvz vvn p-acp d cc j-jn n1 vvn n2 p-acp dt n1; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 213 Page 118
1360 and the m•nifestations and operations of it have be•• sometimes more, sometimes less: but the•• will be more of it than ever in these days; and the m•nifestations and operations of it have be•• sometime more, sometime less: but the•• will be more of it than ever in these days; cc dt n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31 vhi n1 av av-dc, av dc: cc-acp n1 vmb vbi n1 pp-f pn31 cs av p-acp d n2; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 213 Page 118
1361 yea it will then arrive to a fulness, not of a•solute, but comparative perfection. yea it will then arrive to a fullness, not of a•solute, but comparative perfection. uh pn31 vmb av vvi p-acp dt n1, xx pp-f j, cc-acp j n1. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 213 Page 118
1362 3. The glory of these days, in regard of the fulness of the opening of this fountain, will be seen in two things. 3. The glory of these days, in regard of the fullness of the opening of this fountain, will be seen in two things. crd dt n1 pp-f d n2, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n-vvg pp-f d n1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp crd n2. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 214 Page 118
1363 1. In respect of Light. This shall be the evening of the Gospel day, of which we are told, Zech. 14 6, 7. It shall come to pass in that day, that the light shall not be clear, nor dark; 1. In respect of Light. This shall be the evening of the Gospel day, of which we Are told, Zechariah 14 6, 7. It shall come to pass in that day, that the Light shall not be clear, nor dark; crd p-acp n1 pp-f n1. d vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 n1, pp-f r-crq pns12 vbr vvn, np1 crd crd, crd pn31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, cst dt n1 vmb xx vbi j, ccx j; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 215 Page 118
1364 but it shall be one day, that shall be known to the Lord, not day nor night; but it shall be one day, that shall be known to the Lord, not day nor night; cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi crd n1, cst vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, xx n1 ccx n1; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 215 Page 118
1365 but it shall come to pass that at evening time it shall be light. but it shall come to pass that At evening time it shall be Light. cc-acp pn31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi cst p-acp n1 n1 pn31 vmb vbi j. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 215 Page 118
1366 The shadows will fly away, and then shall that word •e accomplished and take place, Hab. 2. 14. The Earth shall be filled with the knowledge of the glory of the Lord, The shadows will fly away, and then shall that word •e accomplished and take place, Hab. 2. 14. The Earth shall be filled with the knowledge of the glory of the Lord, dt n2 vmb vvi av, cc av vmb d n1 vbb vvn cc vvi n1, np1 crd crd dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 215 Page 119
1367 as the waters cover the Sea: as the waters cover the Sea: c-acp dt n2 vvb dt n1: (8) doctrine (DIV2) 215 Page 119
1368 Then shall all differences in judgment between Gods People cease, & that be fulfilled, Zeph. 3. 9. Then will I turn to the people a pure language, that they may all call upon the name of the Lord, to serve him with one consent ▪ Then shall all differences in judgement between God's People cease, & that be fulfilled, Zephaniah 3. 9. Then will I turn to the people a pure language, that they may all call upon the name of the Lord, to serve him with one consent ▪ av vmb d n2 p-acp n1 p-acp npg1 n1 vvi, cc d vbb vvn, np1 crd crd av vmb pns11 vvi p-acp dt n1 dt j n1, cst pns32 vmb d vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp crd n1 ▪ (8) doctrine (DIV2) 215 Page 119
1369 2. In respect of Efficacy. The vertue of this fountain shall then appear abundantly; 2. In respect of Efficacy. The virtue of this fountain shall then appear abundantly; crd p-acp n1 pp-f n1. dt n1 pp-f d n1 vmb av vvi av-j; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 216 Page 119
1370 the pardoning and sanctifying influence of it shall •e to admiration, Ezek. 37. 9. Every thing that ••veth, which moveth, whithersoever the rivers shall come, shall live. the pardoning and sanctifying influence of it shall •e to admiration, Ezekiel 37. 9. Every thing that ••veth, which moves, whithersoever the Rivers shall come, shall live. dt vvg cc j-vvg n1 pp-f pn31 vmb vbi p-acp n1, np1 crd crd np1 n1 cst vvz, r-crq vvz, av dt n2 vmb vvi, vmb vvi. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 216 Page 119
1371 The Spirit will then •ightily accompany the dispensation of the Gospel, and Conversions will not be so rare and dubious as now they are, The Spirit will then •ightily accompany the Dispensation of the Gospel, and Conversions will not be so rare and dubious as now they Are, dt n1 vmb av av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc n2 vmb xx vbi av j cc j c-acp av pns32 vbr, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 216 Page 119
1372 nor the lives of Christians so barren, but then will those Prophesies have a wonderful accomplishment, Isa. 12. 15, &c. Chap. 35. 10. &c. These are some of the precious things to be expected in that day. nor the lives of Christians so barren, but then will those prophecies have a wondered accomplishment, Isaiah 12. 15, etc. Chap. 35. 10. etc. These Are Some of the precious things to be expected in that day. ccx dt n2 pp-f np1 av j, cc-acp av vmb d n2 vhb dt j n1, np1 crd crd, av np1 crd crd av d vbr d pp-f dt j n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 216 Page 119
1373 USE I. This Doctrine affords matter of great Consolation to the Children of God under the present evil days. USE I This Doctrine affords matter of great Consolation to the Children of God under the present evil days. vvb uh d n1 vvz n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j j-jn n2. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 217 Page 119
1374 And truly the promise and faith of these days, have given great light and comfort to Gods Children in former times, under the darkest distresses that they met with; And truly the promise and faith of these days, have given great Light and Comfort to God's Children in former times, under the Darkest Distresses that they met with; cc av-j dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2, vhb vvn j n1 cc vvi p-acp npg1 n2 p-acp j n2, p-acp dt js n2 cst pns32 vvd p-acp; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 217 Page 119
1375 how much more may it now do so to us in these times of great Searchings of heart? If we look on the present state of Christianity in the world, it appears with a black face; how much more may it now doe so to us in these times of great Searchings of heart? If we look on the present state of Christianity in the world, it appears with a black face; c-crq d dc vmb pn31 av n1 av p-acp pno12 p-acp d n2 pp-f j n2-vvg pp-f n1? cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vvz p-acp dt j-jn n1; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 217 Page 120
1376 and if we stint our speculations here, it will sink us in despondency; but let us look forward, and we may gather abundant refreshment. Consider then, and if we stint our speculations Here, it will sink us in despondency; but let us look forward, and we may gather abundant refreshment. Consider then, cc cs pns12 vvb po12 n2 av, pn31 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp n1; cc-acp vvb pno12 vvi av-j, cc pns12 vmb vvi j n1. np1 av, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 217 Page 120
1377 1. There are better times yet to come. It is night at present, and the terrours of it are apt to affright us; 1. There Are better times yet to come. It is night At present, and the terrors of it Are apt to affright us; crd pc-acp vbr jc n2 av pc-acp vvi. pn31 vbz n1 p-acp j, cc dt n2 pp-f pn31 vbr j pc-acp vvi pno12; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 218 Page 120
1378 but the Day will break, and let us refresh our selves with that consideration, Psal. 30. 5. Weeping may endure for a night, but the Day will break, and let us refresh our selves with that consideration, Psalm 30. 5. Weeping may endure for a night, cc-acp dt n1 vmb vvi, cc vvb pno12 vvi po12 n2 p-acp d n1, np1 crd crd vvg vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 218 Page 120
1379 but joy cometh in the morning. but joy comes in the morning. cc-acp n1 vvz p-acp dt n1. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 218 Page 120
1380 God hath said in Psal. 125. 3. The rod of the wicked shall not 〈 ◊ 〉 upon the lot of the righteous. And the Psalm resolves; God hath said in Psalm 125. 3. The rod of the wicked shall not 〈 ◊ 〉 upon the lot of the righteous. And the Psalm resolves; np1 vhz vvn p-acp np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f dt j vmb xx 〈 sy 〉 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j. cc dt n1 vvz; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 218 Page 120
1381 Psal. 102. 13. Thou shalt arise, 〈 ◊ 〉 have mercy upon Zion; Psalm 102. 13. Thou shalt arise, 〈 ◊ 〉 have mercy upon Zion; np1 crd crd pns21 vm2 vvi, 〈 sy 〉 vhb n1 p-acp np1; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 218 Page 120
1382 and 94. 14. The L•• will not cast off his people, neither will he forsake his inheritance. and 94. 14. The L•• will not cast off his people, neither will he forsake his inheritance. cc crd crd dt np1 vmb xx vvi a-acp po31 n1, dx vmb pns31 vvi po31 n1. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 218 Page 120
1383 The whole Creation groans for this day, and we ought to live upon the hope it, Rom. 8. 19, 23, The Whole Creation groans for this day, and we ought to live upon the hope it, Rom. 8. 19, 23, dt j-jn n1 vvz p-acp d n1, cc pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi p-acp dt vvb pn31, np1 crd crd, crd, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 218 Page 120
1384 Nor need we to fear whether it shall be accomplished, for God hath engaged in it; Nor need we to Fear whither it shall be accomplished, for God hath engaged in it; ccx vvb pns12 pc-acp vvi cs pn31 vmb vbi vvn, c-acp np1 vhz vvn p-acp pn31; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 218 Page 120
1385 and we are told, Isa. 9. 7. The zeal of the Lord of Hosts will perform this. and we Are told, Isaiah 9. 7. The zeal of the Lord of Hosts will perform this. cc pns12 vbr vvn, np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2 vmb vvi d. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 218 Page 120
1386 2. It will not be long before these days Commence. Although we cannot tell the day, or month, or year when that time shall be, 2. It will not be long before these days Commence. Although we cannot tell the day, or Monn, or year when that time shall be, crd pn31 vmb xx vbi j p-acp d n2 vvb. cs pns12 vmbx vvi dt n1, cc n1, cc n1 c-crq d n1 vmb vbi, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 219 Page 120
1387 yet we are fully assured that it is hastening. yet we Are Fully assured that it is hastening. av pns12 vbr av-j vvn cst pn31 vbz vvg. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 219 Page 120
1388 We are told in the Apostles days, Heb. 10. 37. Y• a little while and he that shall come, will come and will not tarry. We Are told in the Apostles days, Hebrew 10. 37. Y• a little while and he that shall come, will come and will not tarry. pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 n2, np1 crd crd n1 dt j n1 cc pns31 cst vmb vvi, vmb vvi cc vmb xx vvi. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 219 Page 120
1389 How many of the preliminary predictions, of things that were to intervence and make way to it, have already received their fulfilment? and we may expect that God will make a short work of it, How many of the preliminary predictions, of things that were to intervence and make Way to it, have already received their fulfilment? and we may expect that God will make a short work of it, q-crq d pp-f dt n1 n2, pp-f n2 cst vbdr p-acp n1 cc vvi n1 p-acp pn31, vhb av vvn po32 n1? cc pns12 vmb vvi cst np1 vmb vvi dt j n1 pp-f pn31, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 219 Page 121
1390 when it draws nigh its accomplishment. Nor need the present face of things, though dismal, affright us; when it draws High its accomplishment. Nor need the present face of things, though dismal, affright us; c-crq pn31 vvz av-j po31 n1. ccx vvb dt j n1 pp-f n2, cs j, vvb pno12; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 219 Page 121
1391 or make us think it afar off, for •ow often is the darkest part of the night ••st before the day breaks? and therefore the Church acknowledgeth, Psal. 126. 1. When the Lord turned again the captivity of Zion, we were 〈 ◊ 〉 those that dream. or make us think it afar off, for •ow often is the Darkest part of the night ••st before the day breaks? and Therefore the Church acknowledgeth, Psalm 126. 1. When the Lord turned again the captivity of Zion, we were 〈 ◊ 〉 those that dream. cc vvb pno12 vvi pn31 av a-acp, c-acp av av vbz dt js n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 vvz? cc av dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd c-crq dt n1 vvd av dt n1 pp-f np1, pns12 vbdr 〈 sy 〉 d cst n1. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 219 Page 121
1392 3. Let us then much pond•r of the Happiness of ••se days, and refresh our weary spirits therewith•l ▪ The thing is sure, determined, and cannot fail; 3. Let us then much pond•r of the Happiness of ••se days, and refresh our weary spirits therewith•l ▪ The thing is sure, determined, and cannot fail; crd vvb pno12 av d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f j n2, cc vvi po12 j n2 av ▪ dt n1 vbz j, vvn, cc vmbx vvi; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 220 Page 121
1393 let then our faith give a present sub••stence to the things thus hoped for, and our meditation feed it self comfortably with them: let then our faith give a present sub••stence to the things thus hoped for, and our meditation feed it self comfortably with them: vvb av po12 n1 vvb dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 av vvd p-acp, cc po12 n1 vvi pn31 n1 av-j p-acp pno32: (8) doctrine (DIV2) 220 Page 121
1394 let us for this end consider with great delight of the things that are then to be expected. let us for this end Consider with great delight of the things that Are then to be expected. vvb pno12 p-acp d n1 vvi p-acp j n1 pp-f dt n2 cst vbr av pc-acp vbi vvn. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 220 Page 121
1395 Then shall the JEWS come over to the Lord Jesus Christ, whom they have ab•ured, Zech. 12. 10. &c. Then will, they ask the way to Zion with their faces thitherward; then their Graves shall be opened, and they shall pay homage to their Lord Redeemer. Then shall the JEWS come over to the Lord jesus christ, whom they have ab•ured, Zechariah 12. 10. etc. Then will, they ask the Way to Zion with their faces thitherward; then their Graves shall be opened, and they shall pay homage to their Lord Redeemer. av vmb dt np2 vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 np1 np1, ro-crq pns32 vhb vvn, np1 crd crd av av vmb, pns32 vvb dt n1 p-acp np1 p-acp po32 n2 av; cs po32 n2 vmb vbi vvn, cc pns32 vmb vvi n1 p-acp po32 n1 n1. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 220 Page 121
1396 Then shall the Gentiles be called in plenty; Then shall the Gentiles be called in plenty; av vmb dt np1 vbb vvn p-acp n1; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 220 Page 121
1397 then will that word take place, Psal. 2•. 27. All the ends of the world shall remember and ••rn to the Lord, then will that word take place, Psalm 2•. 27. All the ends of the world shall Remember and ••rn to the Lord, av vmb d n1 vvb n1, np1 n1. crd av-d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 220 Page 121
1398 and all the kindreds of the Nations shall worship before thee; and all the kindreds of the nations shall worship before thee; cc d dt n2 pp-f dt n2 vmb vvi p-acp pno21; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 220 Page 121
1399 and that, Hos, 1. 10. It shall come to pass that in the place where it was said unto them, ye are not my people, there it shall be said unto them, ye are the Sons of the Living God. and that, Hos, 1. 10. It shall come to pass that in the place where it was said unto them, you Are not my people, there it shall be said unto them, you Are the Sons of the Living God. cc d, np1, crd crd pn31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi cst p-acp dt n1 c-crq pn31 vbds vvn p-acp pno32, pn22 vbr xx po11 n1, a-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno32, pn22 vbr dt n2 pp-f dt j-vvg np1. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 220 Page 122
1400 Then will God gloriously accomplish that promise, Psal. 2. •. Ask thou of me, and I shal• give thee the Heathe• for thine inheritance, Then will God gloriously accomplish that promise, Psalm 2. •. Ask thou of me, and I shal• give thee the Heathe• for thine inheritance, av vmb np1 av-j vvi d n1, np1 crd •. vvb pns21 pp-f pno11, cc pns11 n1 vvb pno21 dt np1 p-acp po21 n1, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 220 Page 122
1401 and the uttermost parts of the earth for thy possession. and the uttermost parts of the earth for thy possession. cc dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po21 n1. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 220 Page 122
1402 Then will the Su• of Righteousness appear in his Meridia• brightness, and dispel the mists of ignorance, errour, and superstition; Then will the Su• of Righteousness appear in his Meridia• brightness, and dispel the mists of ignorance, error, and Superstition; av vmb dt np1 pp-f n1 vvi p-acp po31 np1 n1, cc n1 dt n2 pp-f n1, n1, cc n1; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 220 Page 122
1403 then will that prayer of the Church be answer•d, Psal. 67. 2. That thy way may be known upon earth, thy saving health to all Nations. then will that prayer of the Church be answer•d, Psalm 67. 2. That thy Way may be known upon earth, thy Saving health to all nations. av vmb d n1 pp-f dt n1 vbb vvn, np1 crd crd d po21 n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, po21 j-vvg n1 p-acp d n2. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 220 Page 122
1404 Then will all the differences in the Church of Christ be adjusted, and their contentions will cease about the different ways and modes of Worship, which at present not a little disturb the Churches tranquillity Zech 14. 9 In that day there shall be one Lord, and his name one. Then will all the differences in the Church of christ be adjusted, and their contentions will cease about the different ways and modes of Worship, which At present not a little disturb the Churches tranquillity Zechariah 14. 9 In that day there shall be one Lord, and his name one. av vmb d dt n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb vvn, cc po32 n2 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, r-crq p-acp j xx dt j vvi dt ng1 n1 np1 crd crd p-acp d n1 a-acp vmb vbi crd n1, cc po31 n1 crd. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 220 Page 122
1405 No• any more shall the noise of hammers and a•• be heard in the building of Gods Temple: No• any more shall the noise of hammers and a•• be herd in the building of God's Temple: n1 d dc vmb dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n1 vbb vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f npg1 n1: (8) doctrine (DIV2) 220 Page 122
1406 It will be a very ▪ peaceable and flourishing state of the Church, when there shall be neither adversary nor evil occurrent. It will be a very ▪ peaceable and flourishing state of the Church, when there shall be neither adversary nor evil occurrent. pn31 vmb vbi dt j ▪ j cc j-vvg n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq a-acp vmb vbi dx n1 ccx j-jn j. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 220 Page 122
1407 And shall not the belief of these things revive our fainting spirits, and make us to wait patiently through these driery hours of trouble? And shall not the belief of these things revive our fainting spirits, and make us to wait patiently through these driery hours of trouble? cc vmb xx dt n1 pp-f d n2 vvb po12 j-vvg n2, cc vvb pno12 pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp d n1 n2 pp-f n1? (8) doctrine (DIV2) 220 Page 122
1408 USE II. We also have here a Rule by which to judge of the times. Every one is ready to make his remarks on the times that he lives in, USE II We also have Here a Rule by which to judge of the times. Every one is ready to make his remarks on the times that he lives in, vvb crd pns12 av vhb av dt n1 p-acp r-crq pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n2. d pi vbz j p-acp vvb po31 n2 p-acp dt n2 cst pns31 vvz p-acp, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 221 Page 122
1409 & which pass over him, & to judge of them whether the days are good or evil: & which pass over him, & to judge of them whither the days Are good or evil: cc r-crq n1 p-acp pno31, cc pc-acp vvi pp-f pno32 cs dt n2 vbr j cc j-jn: (8) doctrine (DIV2) 221 Page 123
1410 The generality of men take their measures from the observation of outward Providence; if there be o•tward peace & plenty, they call them happy days; The generality of men take their measures from the observation of outward Providence; if there be o•tward peace & plenty, they call them happy days; dt n1 pp-f n2 vvb po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1; cs pc-acp vbi j n1 cc n1, pns32 vvb pno32 j n2; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 221 Page 123
1411 if outward distress and trouble, they call them evil: if outward distress and trouble, they call them evil: cs j n1 cc vvi, pns32 vvb pno32 av-jn: (8) doctrine (DIV2) 221 Page 123
1412 but we have a better Rule, and more safe for Christians, and that is, to judge according as this fountain is opened amongst us. but we have a better Rule, and more safe for Christians, and that is, to judge according as this fountain is opened among us. cc-acp pns12 vhb dt jc n1, cc av-dc j p-acp np1, cc d vbz, pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp d n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno12. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 221 Page 123
1413 The more of Christ that a people enjoy, the happier are they, and the less he is known and acknowledged in his great design of Mediatorship, the greater is the infelicity of such a people; The more of christ that a people enjoy, the Happier Are they, and the less he is known and acknowledged in his great Design of Mediatorship, the greater is the infelicity of such a people; dt av-dc pp-f np1 cst dt n1 vvi, dt jc vbr pns32, cc dt av-dc pns31 vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp po31 j n1 pp-f n1, dt jc vbz dt n1 pp-f d dt n1; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 221 Page 123
1414 and by this Rule I believe the times are evil in the most places that are called Christian; and by this Rule I believe the times Are evil in the most places that Are called Christian; cc p-acp d n1 pns11 vvb dt n2 vbr j-jn p-acp dt ds n2 cst vbr vvn np1; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 221 Page 123
1415 inasmuch as it is a day wherein the greatest number of those that should preach the Doctrines of Christ, of Redem•ion, Justification, Sanctification, inasmuch as it is a day wherein the greatest number of those that should preach the Doctrines of christ, of Redem•ion, Justification, Sanctification, av c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 c-crq dt js n1 pp-f d cst vmd vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, pp-f n1, n1, n1, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 221 Page 123
1416 and Eternal Life to be obtained by him, and so to be the instruments of opening the Fountain to men; do rather endeavour; and Eternal Life to be obtained by him, and so to be the Instruments of opening the Fountain to men; do rather endeavour; cc j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31, cc av pc-acp vbi dt n2 pp-f vvg dt n1 p-acp n2; vdb av-c vvi; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 221 Page 123
1417 to obscure them, by perverting the great Doctrine of •ustification by his Righteousness alone, and confounding New Covenant Obedience with meer Morality, or a legal Righteousness. to Obscure them, by perverting the great Doctrine of •ustification by his Righteousness alone, and confounding New Covenant obedience with mere Morality, or a Legal Righteousness. pc-acp vvi pno32, p-acp vvg dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1 av-j, cc vvg j n1 n1 p-acp j n1, cc dt j n1. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 221 Page 123
1418 How contrary are these things •o those which will be the glory of the Times of refreshment! How contrary Are these things •o those which will be the glory of the Times of refreshment! q-crq n-jn vbr d n2 av d r-crq vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1! (8) doctrine (DIV2) 221 Page 123
1419 USE. III. For Exhortation to the People of God in two particulars. 1. Be Exhorted to Pray much and earnestly for the Conversion of the JEWS. USE. III. For Exhortation to the People of God in two particulars. 1. Be Exhorted to Pray much and earnestly for the Conversion of the JEWS. vvb. np1. p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp crd n2-j. crd vbb vvn pc-acp vvi d cc av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np2. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 222 Page 124
1420 This duty seems to be too much neglected in these days; This duty seems to be too much neglected in these days; d n1 vvz pc-acp vbi av av-d vvn p-acp d n2; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 223 Page 124
1421 and possibly one great reason of it is, because the belief of this Article runs so low in the Christian world Be we then roused up to this duty: and possibly one great reason of it is, Because the belief of this Article runs so low in the Christian world Be we then roused up to this duty: cc av-j crd j n1 pp-f pn31 vbz, c-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 vvz av av-j p-acp dt njp n1 vbb pns12 av vvn a-acp p-acp d n1: (8) doctrine (DIV2) 223 Page 124
1422 and there are these Considerations which are very profitable for this end. 1. The thing is a matter of Faith, and so • Calls for Prayer. and there Are these Considerations which Are very profitable for this end. 1. The thing is a matter of Faith, and so • Calls for Prayer. cc pc-acp vbr d n2 r-crq vbr av j p-acp d n1. crd dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av • vvz p-acp n1. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 223 Page 124
1423 It as a truth not to be doubted of, since God hath given us the assurance of it in his word, It as a truth not to be doubted of, since God hath given us the assurance of it in his word, pn31 p-acp dt n1 xx pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f, c-acp np1 vhz vvn pno12 dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp po31 n1, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 224 Page 124
1424 and we ought to Receive his Testimony, and thereby Set to our Seal that 〈 ◊ 〉 is True. and we ought to Receive his Testimony, and thereby Set to our Seal that 〈 ◊ 〉 is True. cc pns12 vmd p-acp vvb po31 n1, cc av vvb p-acp po12 n1 cst 〈 sy 〉 vbz j. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 224 Page 124
1425 Now the things that we believe, because God hath promised them, and which are future, are such things as are proper for • to pray for: Now the things that we believe, Because God hath promised them, and which Are future, Are such things as Are proper for • to pray for: av dt n2 cst pns12 vvb, c-acp np1 vhz vvn pno32, cc q-crq vbr j-jn, vbr d n2 c-acp vbr j p-acp • pc-acp vvb p-acp: (8) doctrine (DIV2) 224 Page 124
1426 they are good in themselves, an• worth the desiring; & the strength of Prayer • in this belief: they Are good in themselves, an• worth the desiring; & the strength of Prayer • in this belief: pns32 vbr j p-acp px32, n1 n1 dt vvg; cc dt n1 pp-f n1 • p-acp d n1: (8) doctrine (DIV2) 224 Page 124
1427 yea this is the way in which God hath said that he will communicate the good promised to his people, Ezek 36. 37 I will yet for this be enquired of by the house of Israel, to do it for them. yea this is the Way in which God hath said that he will communicate the good promised to his people, Ezekiel 36. 37 I will yet for this be inquired of by the house of Israel, to do it for them. uh d vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vhz vvd cst pns31 vmb vvi dt j vvd p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd crd pns11 vmb av p-acp d vbb vvn pp-f p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vdi pn31 p-acp pno32. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 224 Page 124
1428 2. They once Prayed for us, we therefore o•• this duty to them. 2. They once Prayed for us, we Therefore o•• this duty to them. crd pns32 a-acp vvd p-acp pno12, pns12 av n1 d n1 p-acp pno32. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 225 Page 124
1429 There was a time whe• God only knew them of all the Families of t•• earth; There was a time whe• God only knew them of all the Families of t•• earth; a-acp vbds dt n1 n1 np1 av-j vvd pno32 pp-f d dt n2 pp-f n1 n1; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 225 Page 124
1430 the Gentiles were far off: then the• prayed that we might be brought in to Chris• fold; the Gentiles were Far off: then the• prayed that we might be brought in to Chris• fold; dt n2-j vbdr av-j a-acp: av n1 vvd cst pns12 vmd vbi vvn p-acp p-acp np1 n1; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 225 Page 125
1431 and among others, Psal. 67. is a Prayer the Church of the Jews on this account: and among Others, Psalm 67. is a Prayer the Church of the jews on this account: cc p-acp n2-jn, np1 crd vbz dt n1 dt n1 pp-f dt np2 p-acp d n1: (8) doctrine (DIV2) 225 Page 125
1432 •rely then it is but a due requital for us to •ray for them. 3. Their Miserable Condition Calls for it. •rely then it is but a due requital for us to •ray for them. 3. Their Miserable Condition Calls for it. av-j av pn31 vbz p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32. crd po32 j n1 vvz p-acp pn31. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 225 Page 125
1433 They •e objects or compassion, and every tender •eart cannot but condole them: They •e objects or compassion, and every tender •eart cannot but condole them: pns32 vbr n2 cc n1, cc d j n1 vmbx p-acp vvi pno32: (8) doctrine (DIV2) 226 Page 125
1434 nor is it like •o be better with them till the happy day of ••eir Conversion cometh. nor is it like •o be better with them till the happy day of ••eir Conversion comes. ccx vbz pn31 av-j av vbi jc p-acp pno32 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 n1 vvz. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 226 Page 125
1435 And well may we • a like expostulation which Christ, the An•el of the Covenant once did for them of old •hen in distress, Zech. 1. 12. O Lord of hosts, 〈 ◊ 〉 long wilt thou not have mercy on Jerusalem; And well may we • a like expostulation which christ, the An•el of the Covenant once did for them of old •hen in distress, Zechariah 1. 12. O Lord of hosts, 〈 ◊ 〉 long wilt thou not have mercy on Jerusalem; cc av vmb pns12 • dt av-j n1 r-crq np1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 a-acp vdd p-acp pno32 pp-f j av p-acp n1, np1 crd crd sy n1 pp-f n2, 〈 sy 〉 av-j vm2 pns21 xx vhi n1 p-acp np1; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 226 Page 125
1436 against which thou hast had indignation. against which thou hast had Indignation. p-acp r-crq pns21 vh2 vhd n1. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 226 Page 125
1437 4. The Benefit which shall come with their Con•sion to the Gentile Churches, is our great encou•gement to importunity in it. 4. The Benefit which shall come with their Con•sion to the Gentile Churches, is our great encou•gement to importunity in it. crd dt n1 r-crq vmb vvi p-acp po32 n1 p-acp dt j n2, vbz po12 j n1 p-acp n1 p-acp pn31. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 227 Page 125
1438 There was no •itle advantage by their casting off, but the Apostle assures us that their grafting in shall be transcendently more, Rom. 11. 15. If the •asting away of them be the reconciling of the world, •hat shall the receiving of them be, There was no •itle advantage by their casting off, but the Apostle assures us that their grafting in shall be transcendently more, Rom. 11. 15. If the •asting away of them be the reconciling of the world, •hat shall the receiving of them be, a-acp vbds dx j n1 p-acp po32 vvg a-acp, cc-acp dt n1 vvz pno12 d po32 n-vvg p-acp vmb vbi av-j av-dc, np1 crd crd cs dt j av pp-f pno32 vbi dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, av vmb dt n-vvg pp-f pno32 vbi, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 227 Page 125
1439 but life from •e dead? Surely then we pray for our selves, when we pray for them; but life from •e dead? Surely then we pray for our selves, when we pray for them; cc-acp n1 p-acp n1 j? av-j av pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n2, c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp pno32; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 227 Page 125
1440 and one would think that Interest would not ly. 5. These happy Times are to be ushered in by Prayer. and one would think that Interest would not lie. 5. These happy Times Are to be ushered in by Prayer. cc pi vmd vvi d n1 vmd xx vvi. crd d j n2 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp p-acp n1. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 227 Page 125
1441 God is well pleased in our Praying for them, Psal. 122. 6. Pray for the Peace of Jerusalem; God is well pleased in our Praying for them, Psalm 122. 6. prey for the Peace of Jerusalem; np1 vbz av vvn p-acp po12 vvg p-acp pno32, np1 crd crd n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 228 Page 125
1442 they shall prosper that love thee. they shall prosper that love thee. pns32 vmb vvi cst vvb pno21. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 228 Page 125
1443 And he hath told us, that such a spirit shall be preparatory to that happy day, And he hath told us, that such a Spirit shall be preparatory to that happy day, cc pns31 vhz vvn pno12, cst d dt n1 vmb vbi n1 p-acp d j n1, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 228 Page 125
1444 and help to bring it in; and help to bring it in; cc vvb pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 228 Page 126
1445 Isa. 62 6, 7. I have set watchmen upo• they walls, O Jerusalem, which shall never hold their peace day nor night: Isaiah 62 6, 7. I have Set watchmen upo• they walls, Oh Jerusalem, which shall never hold their peace day nor night: np1 crd crd, crd pns11 vhb vvn n2 n1 pno32 n2, uh np1, r-crq vmb av-x vvi po32 n1 n1 ccx n1: (8) doctrine (DIV2) 228 Page 126
1446 ye that make mention of the Lord keep not silence, and give him no rest, till he establish, you that make mention of the Lord keep not silence, and give him no rest, till he establish, pn22 cst vvb n1 pp-f dt n1 vvb xx n1, cc vvb pno31 dx n1, c-acp pns31 vvb, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 228 Page 126
1447 and till he make Jerusalem a praise in the earth. and till he make Jerusalem a praise in the earth. cc c-acp pns31 vvb np1 dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 228 Page 126
1448 When therefore God shall pour out such a spirit of Prayer on his people in this regard, it will be a blessed Prognostick of that glorious time, hastening. When Therefore God shall pour out such a Spirit of Prayer on his people in this regard, it will be a blessed Prognostic of that glorious time, hastening. c-crq av np1 vmb vvi av d dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d n1, pn31 vmb vbi dt j-vvn n1 pp-f cst j n1, vvg. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 228 Page 126
1449 2. Let it encourage all that are Godly to lea•e their Children behind them with Faith and Comfort. 2. Let it encourage all that Are Godly to lea•e their Children behind them with Faith and Comfort. crd vvb pn31 vvi d cst vbr j pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp pno32 p-acp n1 cc n1. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 229 Page 126
1450 We are some of us going off the stage, and are very sollicitous what shall become of ours when we are gone. We Are Some of us going off the stage, and Are very solicitous what shall become of ours when we Are gone. pns12 vbr d pp-f pno12 vvg p-acp dt n1, cc vbr av j r-crq vmb vvi pp-f png12 c-crq pns12 vbr vvn. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 229 Page 126
1451 There are many sadning considerations that appear in our view, which do sometimes fill us with perplexity; There Are many saddening considerations that appear in our view, which do sometime fill us with perplexity; pc-acp vbr d vvg n2 cst vvb p-acp po12 n1, r-crq vdb av vvi pno12 p-acp n1; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 229 Page 126
1452 but let such as fear God look through and beyond the present discouragments, and comfort themselves with such thoughts as these: but let such as Fear God look through and beyond the present discouragements, and Comfort themselves with such thoughts as these: cc-acp vvb d c-acp n1 np1 vvi p-acp cc p-acp dt j n2, cc vvi px32 p-acp d n2 c-acp d: (8) doctrine (DIV2) 229 Page 126
1453 not only do we leave our Children to a good God, a Covenant keeping God, whose truth and faithfulness we may safely rely upon; not only do we leave our Children to a good God, a Covenant keeping God, whose truth and faithfulness we may safely rely upon; xx av-j vdi pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp dt j np1, dt n1 vvg np1, rg-crq n1 cc n1 pns12 vmb av-j vvi p-acp; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 229 Page 126
1454 but it is comfort for us to think that that day is not far off; but it is Comfort for us to think that that day is not Far off; cc-acp pn31 vbz n1 p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi cst d n1 vbz xx av-j a-acp; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 229 Page 126
1455 and though we may not live to see the dawnings of it, yet our Posterity may see the breaking of it, and though we may not live to see the dawnings of it, yet our Posterity may see the breaking of it, cc cs pns12 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi dt n2-vvg pp-f pn31, av po12 n1 vmb vvi dt n-vvg pp-f pn31, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 229 Page 126
1456 and partake in the happy benefits that it shall bring to the Church of God: and partake in the happy benefits that it shall bring to the Church of God: cc vvi p-acp dt j n2 cst pn31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (8) doctrine (DIV2) 229 Page 126
1457 to nourish our •ai•h with the contemplation of the glorious dispensations which there shall be in that day, to nourish our •ai•h with the contemplation of the glorious dispensations which there shall be in that day, pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n2 r-crq a-acp vmb vbi p-acp d n1, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 229 Page 126
1458 when God will bring his Church out of darkness, into light, and take them out of the horrible pit, when God will bring his Church out of darkness, into Light, and take them out of the horrible pit, c-crq np1 vmb vvi po31 n1 av pp-f n1, p-acp n1, cc vvi pno32 av pp-f dt j n1, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 229 Page 127
1459 and set their feet upon the •ock: and Set their feet upon the •ock: cc vvi po32 n2 p-acp dt n1: (8) doctrine (DIV2) 229 Page 127
1460 and then to remember, that the Children of the faithful have a special interest in the blessings of that day, according to the promise, Isa. 54. 13. All thy Children shall be taught of God, and then to Remember, that the Children of the faithful have a special Interest in the blessings of that day, according to the promise, Isaiah 54. 13. All thy Children shall be taught of God, cc av pc-acp vvi, cst dt n2 pp-f dt j vhb dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, vvg p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd av-d po21 n2 vmb vbi vvn pp-f np1, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 229 Page 127
1461 & great shall be the Peace of thy Children ▪ Let us then in faith do our duty to them whiles we live, & great shall be the Peace of thy Children ▪ Let us then in faith do our duty to them while we live, cc j vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f po21 n2 ▪ vvb pno12 av p-acp n1 vdb po12 n1 p-acp pno32 cs pns12 vvb, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 229 Page 127
1462 and when we dy, let us rejoyce in this hope, that there are better times coming on, and when we die, let us rejoice in this hope, that there Are better times coming on, cc c-crq pns12 vvb, vvb pno12 vvi p-acp d n1, cst a-acp vbr jc n2 vvg a-acp, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 229 Page 127
1463 when God shall bring back his peoples Captivity; when God shall bring back his peoples Captivity; c-crq np1 vmb vvi av po31 ng1 n1; (8) doctrine (DIV2) 229 Page 127
1464 when he who cannot ly, will give being to that precious word, in which he hath made us to hope, Psal. 69. 35, 36. God will save Zion, when he who cannot lie, will give being to that precious word, in which he hath made us to hope, Psalm 69. 35, 36. God will save Zion, c-crq pns31 r-crq vmbx vvi, vmb vvi vbg p-acp d j n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno12 pc-acp vvi, np1 crd crd, crd np1 vmb vvi np1, (8) doctrine (DIV2) 229 Page 127
1465 and will build the Cities of Judah, that they may dwell there, and have it in possession: and will built the Cities of Judah, that they may dwell there, and have it in possession: cc vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, cst pns32 vmb vvi a-acp, cc vhb pn31 p-acp n1: (8) doctrine (DIV2) 229 Page 127
1466 the seed also of his Servants shall inherit it, and they that fear his Name shall dwell therein. the seed also of his Servants shall inherit it, and they that Fear his Name shall dwell therein. dt n1 av pp-f po31 n2 vmb vvi pn31, cc pns32 cst vvb po31 n1 vmb vvi av. (8) doctrine (DIV2) 229 Page 127
1467 DOCTRINE. VI. When God hath brought his Chosen to bewail their Sins, especially the Affronts which they have Offered to Christ, DOCTRINE. VI. When God hath brought his Chosen to bewail their Sins, especially the Affronts which they have Offered to christ, n1. crd. c-crq np1 vhz vvn po31 j-vvn p-acp vvi po32 n2, av-j dt vvz r-crq pns32 vhb vvn p-acp np1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 229 Page 127
1468 and to Pray to him for Mercy, he will then make a gracious Discovery of this Fountain to them. and to Pray to him for Mercy, he will then make a gracious Discovery of this Fountain to them. cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, pns31 vmb av vvi dt j n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp pno32. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 229 Page 127
1469 THE rise of this Doctrine is from the Coherence of the Text with that which went before. THE rise of this Doctrine is from the Coherence of the Text with that which went before. dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d r-crq vvd a-acp. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 230 Page 127
1470 God had promised to pour out such a spirit upon them, Chap. 12. 10 &c. And here he tells us that in that day this Fountain shall be Opened. In the former Doctrine we considered this benefit as it refers to the Church in general, God had promised to pour out such a Spirit upon them, Chap. 12. 10 etc. And Here he tells us that in that day this Fountain shall be Opened. In the former Doctrine we considered this benefit as it refers to the Church in general, np1 vhd vvn pc-acp vvi av d dt n1 p-acp pno32, np1 crd crd av cc av pns31 vvz pno12 d p-acp d n1 d n1 vmb vbi vvn. p-acp dt j n1 pns12 vvd d n1 c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 230 Page 128
1471 and particularly to Gods Ancient people, considered as a People: In this we come to take an account of it as it refers to Persons, and particularly to God's Ancient people, considered as a People: In this we come to take an account of it as it refers to Persons, cc av-j p-acp npg1 j n1, vvn p-acp dt n1: p-acp d pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31 c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp n2, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 230 Page 128
1472 and is applyed to men in Conversion; which we are to suppose to be included in the former, and is applied to men in Conversion; which we Are to suppose to be included in the former, cc vbz vvd p-acp n2 p-acp n1; r-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi pc-acp vbi vvd p-acp dt j, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 230 Page 128
1473 as the spiritual aim of it. And that we may come at the right sense of this Doctrine, observe these Conclusions. as the spiritual aim of it. And that we may come At the right sense of this Doctrine, observe these Conclusions. c-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31. cc cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f d n1, vvb d n2. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 230 Page 128
1474 1. That there are those whom God hath chose• in Christ, to be made partakers in his saving be•fits. 1. That there Are those whom God hath chose• in christ, to be made partakers in his Saving be•fits. crd d a-acp vbr d r-crq np1 vhz n1 p-acp np1, pc-acp vbi vvn n2 p-acp po31 j-vvg n2. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 231 Page 128
1475 We before observed that if we would take the Considera•ion of the great affair ▪ of Gods grace appearing in the good will that he manifests to sinful man, at the rise of it, we must follow it up to the eternal purpose o• God, in which the whole Scheam of it was laid out. We before observed that if we would take the Considera•ion of the great affair ▪ of God's grace appearing in the good will that he manifests to sinful man, At the rise of it, we must follow it up to the Eternal purpose o• God, in which the Whole Scheme of it was laid out. pns12 p-acp vvd cst cs pns12 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 ▪ pp-f n2 vvb vvg p-acp dt j n1 cst pns31 vvz p-acp j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, pns12 vmb vvi pn31 a-acp p-acp dt j n1 n1 np1, p-acp r-crq dt j-jn n1 pp-f pn31 vbds vvn av. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 231 Page 128
1476 Now in this purpose of his there was a designation of them that should be the subjects in whom this Grace was to shine forth; Now in this purpose of his there was a designation of them that should be the subject's in whom this Grace was to shine forth; av p-acp d n1 pp-f po31 zz vbds dt n1 pp-f pno32 cst vmd vbi dt n2-jn p-acp ro-crq d n1 vbds pc-acp vvi av; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 231 Page 128
1477 and accordingly all was accommodated for the illustra•ion of it in such a subj•ct. and accordingly all was accommodated for the illustra•ion of it in such a subj•ct. cc av-vvg d vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp d dt n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 231 Page 128
1478 When therefore the Apostle discourseth of these Spiritual Blessings, he runneth them up hither, Eph. 1. 3 4 According a• he hath chosen us in Christ &c. 2. That Christ must be Opened to these as a Fountain for Sin and Uncleanness, in order to their ▪ being Saved by him. When Therefore the Apostle discourseth of these Spiritual Blessings, he Runneth them up hither, Ephesians 1. 3 4 According a• he hath chosen us in christ etc. 2. That christ must be Opened to these as a Fountain for since and Uncleanness, in order to their ▪ being Saved by him. c-crq av dt n1 vvz pp-f d j n2, pns31 vvz pno32 a-acp av, np1 crd crd crd vvg n1 pns31 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp np1 av crd cst np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d c-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp n1 p-acp po32 ▪ vbg vvn p-acp pno31. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 231 Page 128
1479 Salvation supposeth something that they are to be Saved from, which is their present misery. He that is under no evil, needeth no Salvation; Salvation Supposeth something that they Are to be Saved from, which is their present misery. He that is under no evil, needs no Salvation; n1 vvz pi cst pns32 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp, r-crq vbz po32 j n1. pns31 cst vbz p-acp dx j-jn, vvz dx n1; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 232 Page 128
1480 they are only the distressed that want it, or will be advantaged by it. they Are only the distressed that want it, or will be advantaged by it. pns32 vbr av-j dt j-vvn cst vvb pn31, cc vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn31. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 232 Page 129
1481 And this Salvation must be applyed to the removal of that from which the evil derives: And this Salvation must be applied to the removal of that from which the evil derives: cc d n1 vmb vbi vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f d p-acp r-crq dt n-jn vvz: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 232 Page 129
1482 now that which is mans in••lici•y derives from Sin and Uncleanness; it is the Guilt and the Pollution of sin that hurts them. now that which is men in••lici•y derives from since and Uncleanness; it is the Gilded and the Pollution of since that hurts them. av cst r-crq vbz ng1 n1 vvz p-acp n1 cc n1; pn31 vbz dt j-vvn cc dt n1 pp-f n1 cst vvz pno32. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 232 Page 129
1483 As therefore Christ is appointed for this, so he must be discovered to them as such a one, As Therefore christ is appointed for this, so he must be discovered to them as such a one, p-acp av np1 vbz vvn p-acp d, av pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp d dt pi, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 232 Page 129
1484 how else shall they accept of and entertain him as •o? which they must do, if ever he profit them; how Else shall they accept of and entertain him as •o? which they must do, if ever he profit them; c-crq av vmb pns32 vvi pp-f cc vvi pno31 a-acp av? r-crq pns32 vmb vdi, cs av pns31 vvb pno32; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 232 Page 129
1485 for it is by faith that they receive him, and so are advantaged by him. 3. That there is a time when God will Open and Apply Christ to these. for it is by faith that they receive him, and so Are advantaged by him. 3. That there is a time when God will Open and Apply christ to these. c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n1 cst pns32 vvb pno31, cc av vbr vvn p-acp pno31. crd d a-acp vbz dt n1 c-crq np1 vmb vvi cc vvi np1 p-acp d. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 232 Page 129
1486 They are born in their natural estate strangers to Christ, and far from Salvation, Eph 2. 3. We were Children of wrath, even as others. They Are born in their natural estate Strangers to christ, and Far from Salvation, Ephesians 2. 3. We were Children of wrath, even as Others. pns32 vbr vvn p-acp po32 j n1 n2 p-acp np1, cc av-j p-acp n1, np1 crd crd pns12 vbdr n2 pp-f n1, av c-acp n2-jn. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 233 Page 129
1487 They may live a great while in their Alienation from him, and refuse him, though he offers himself unto them: They may live a great while in their Alienation from him, and refuse him, though he offers himself unto them: pns32 vmb vvi dt j n1 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp pno31, cc vvi pno31, cs pns31 vvz px31 p-acp pno32: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 233 Page 129
1488 they ever do so till he comes with power. they ever do so till he comes with power. pns32 av vdb av c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 233 Page 129
1489 But because he hath chosen them to obtain Salvation by Christ, he will therefore bring them to this Fountain, But Because he hath chosen them to obtain Salvation by christ, he will Therefore bring them to this Fountain, cc-acp c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno32 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp np1, pns31 vmb av vvi pno32 p-acp d n1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 233 Page 129
1490 and make them to partake in a title to it, and effectual influences of it upon them: and make them to partake in a title to it, and effectual influences of it upon them: cc vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn31, cc j n2 pp-f pn31 p-acp pno32: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 233 Page 129
1491 Our Saviour hath plumply asserted that in, Joh. 6. 37. All that the Father hath given me shall come unto me I• Election hath pitched upon a person, Vocation will without fail, sooner or later find him out, and bring him home. Our Saviour hath plumply asserted that in, John 6. 37. All that the Father hath given me shall come unto me I• Election hath pitched upon a person, Vocation will without fail, sooner or later find him out, and bring him home. po12 n1 vhz av-j vvn cst p-acp, np1 crd crd av-d d dt n1 vhz vvn pno11 vmb vvi p-acp pno11 n1 n1 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1, n1 vmb p-acp vvi, av-c cc jc vvb pno31 av, cc vvi pno31 av-an. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 233 Page 129
1492 4. That in order to his so Opening this Fountain, he will produce the fore cited effects in them, by the power of his Spirit, viz. a spirit of Mourning, and a spirit of Supplication. 4. That in order to his so Opening this Fountain, he will produce the before cited effects in them, by the power of his Spirit, viz. a Spirit of Mourning, and a Spirit of Supplication. crd cst p-acp n1 p-acp po31 av vvg d n1, pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 vvn n2 p-acp pno32, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, n1 dt n1 pp-f vvg, cc dt n1 pp-f n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 234 Page 130
1493 This is the way in which he makes Christ Effectual in men, for the ends of his being a fountain to them. This is the Way in which he makes christ Effectual in men, for the ends of his being a fountain to them. d vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz np1 j p-acp n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 vbg dt n1 p-acp pno32. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 234 Page 130
1494 Now for our right taking up of this order, Let us observe in general, That we are considering of such as are converted to God, under and by the dispensation of the Gospel and Ordinances, Now for our right taking up of this order, Let us observe in general, That we Are considering of such as Are converted to God, under and by the Dispensation of the Gospel and Ordinances, av p-acp po12 n-jn vvg a-acp pp-f d n1, vvb pno12 vvi p-acp n1, cst pns12 vbr vvg pp-f d c-acp vbr vvn p-acp np1, p-acp cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n2, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 235 Page 130
1495 and the effectual applicatio• of them. and the effectual applicatio• of them. cc dt j n1 pp-f pno32. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 235 Page 130
1496 As for Gods proceeding with Elect• Infants, who dy before they are capable o• being so treated, we are not now enquiring after that. As for God's proceeding with Elect• Infants, who die before they Are capable o• being so treated, we Are not now inquiring After that. p-acp p-acp n2 vvg p-acp np1 n2, r-crq vvb c-acp pns32 vbr j n1 vbg av vvn, pns12 vbr xx av vvg p-acp d. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 235 Page 130
1497 Here then more particularly 〈 ◊ 〉 these things be considered. Here then more particularly 〈 ◊ 〉 these things be considered. av av dc av-jn 〈 sy 〉 d n2 vbb vvn. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 235 Page 130
1498 1. That we must distinguish between the Op••ing of the Fountain Doctrinally, and Savingly ▪ As to the outward discoveries of Christ which are made in the Gospel and Ordinances, they are made to all promiscuously to whom th• means of Grace are sent, 1. That we must distinguish between the Op••ing of the Fountain Doctrinally, and Savingly ▪ As to the outward discoveries of christ which Are made in the Gospel and Ordinances, they Are made to all promiscuously to whom th• means of Grace Are sent, crd cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av-j, cc av-vvg ▪ c-acp p-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n2, pns32 vbr vvn p-acp d av-j p-acp r-crq n1 vvz pp-f n1 vbr vvn, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 236 Page 130
1499 and the great truth• which concern Christ and Salvation by him are urged upon them: but where the Spiri• of God doth inwardly reveal Christ in th• Souls of any, and the great truth• which concern christ and Salvation by him Are urged upon them: but where the Spiri• of God does inwardly reveal christ in th• Souls of any, cc dt j n1 r-crq vvb np1 cc n1 p-acp pno31 vbr vvn p-acp pno32: cc-acp c-crq dt np1 pp-f np1 vdz av-j vvi np1 p-acp n1 n2 pp-f d, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 236 Page 130
1500 and makes them sharers in hi• Salvation, he always brings them to such • frame: and makes them sharers in hi• Salvation, he always brings them to such • frame: cc vvz pno32 n2 p-acp n1 n1, pns31 av vvz pno32 p-acp d • vvi: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 236 Page 130
1501 such therefore are the only blesse• ones, Mat 5. 4 Blessed are they that mourn, f•• they shall be comforted. such Therefore Are the only blesse• ones, Mathew 5. 4 Blessed Are they that mourn, f•• they shall be comforted. d av vbr dt j n1 pi2, np1 crd crd j-vvn vbr pns32 cst vvb, n1 pns32 vmb vbi vvn. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 236 Page 130
1502 2. That we must distinguish between Passi• •nd Active Conversion. This distinction is generally received among the Orthodox, 2. That we must distinguish between Passi• •nd Active Conversion. This distinction is generally received among the Orthodox, crd cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp np1 vvb j n1. d n1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt n1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 237 Page 131
1503 and •y all them who acknowledge that there are the Habits of Saving Grace infused into us; and •y all them who acknowledge that there Are the Habits of Saving Grace infused into us; cc vvb d pno32 r-crq vvb cst a-acp vbr dt n2 pp-f vvg n1 vvn p-acp pno12; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 237 Page 131
1504 in order to our being able to exert Grace in our lives; in order to our being able to exert Grace in our lives; p-acp n1 p-acp po12 vbg j pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po12 n2; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 237 Page 131
1505 and the Apostle plainly shews the difference, Gal. 5. 25. If we live in the Spirit, let us walk in the Spirit. and the Apostle plainly shows the difference, Gal. 5. 25. If we live in the Spirit, let us walk in the Spirit. cc dt n1 av-j vvz dt n1, np1 crd crd cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1, vvb pno12 vvi p-acp dt n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 237 Page 131
1506 Passive Conversion then is that Change which is made in us in Regenera. 〈 ◊ 〉, by the infusion of all saving Graces into 〈 ◊ 〉 of which it is said, 2 Cor. 5. 17. If any ••n be in Christ Jesus, he is a new Creatur•. Passive Conversion then is that Change which is made in us in Regenera. 〈 ◊ 〉, by the infusion of all Saving Graces into 〈 ◊ 〉 of which it is said, 2 Cor. 5. 17. If any ••n be in christ jesus, he is a new Creatur•. j n1 av vbz d n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp np1. 〈 sy 〉, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j-vvg n2 p-acp 〈 sy 〉 pp-f r-crq pn31 vbz vvn, crd np1 crd crd cs d vmb vbi p-acp np1 np1, pns31 vbz dt j np1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 237 Page 131
1507 Active Conversion consists in the exerting and ••ercising of these Graces. The former is ••one by the Spirit alone; Active Conversion consists in the exerting and ••ercising of these Graces. The former is ••one by the Spirit alone; j n1 vvz p-acp dt vvg cc vvg pp-f d n2. dt j vbz vdn p-acp dt n1 av-j; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 237 Page 131
1508 in the latter he •• operates with us. And we may take from ••nce this brief accou•t of the present affair. in the latter he •• operates with us. And we may take from ••nce this brief accou•t of the present affair. p-acp dt d pns31 •• n2-j p-acp pno12. cc pns12 vmb vvi p-acp av d j n1 pp-f dt j n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 237 Page 131
1509 1. That Gods Elect do many times long despise the offers of Christ that are made to them •• the Gospel. 1. That God's Elect do many times long despise the offers of christ that Are made to them •• the Gospel. crd d ng1 n1 vdb d n2 av-j vvi dt n2 pp-f np1 cst vbr vvn p-acp pno32 •• dt n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 238 Page 131
1510 God will have his own to know, that their Conversion, as well as their Salvation, is of Grace, God will have his own to know, that their Conversion, as well as their Salvation, is of Grace, np1 vmb vhi po31 d pc-acp vvi, cst po32 n1, c-acp av c-acp po32 n1, vbz pp-f n1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 238 Page 131
1511 and that they have a nature in them as full of obstinacy and enmity as others: and that they have a nature in them as full of obstinacy and enmity as Others: cc cst pns32 vhb dt n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp j pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp n2-jn: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 238 Page 131
1512 he therefore leaves them for a season, to resist his Spirit, and to shew the desperate malignity that is in them; he Therefore leaves them for a season, to resist his Spirit, and to show the desperate malignity that is in them; pns31 av vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1, p-acp vvi po31 n1, cc pc-acp vvi dt j n1 cst vbz p-acp pno32; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 238 Page 131
1513 and they neglect the things of their peace, •wit•stand the offers of a Saviour, and quench the motions of the Spirit in them, that accompany the Calls of the Gospel. and they neglect the things of their peace, •wit•stand the offers of a Saviour, and quench the motions of the Spirit in them, that accompany the Calls of the Gospel. cc pns32 vvb dt n2 pp-f po32 n1, vvb dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32, cst vvb dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 238 Page 131
1514 This Ephraim confesseth of himself, Jer. 31. 18. Thou hast chastized me, and I was chastized, This Ephraim Confesses of himself, Jer. 31. 18. Thou hast Chastised me, and I was Chastised, d np1 vvz pp-f px31, np1 crd crd pns21 vh2 vvn pno11, cc pns11 vbds vvn, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 238 Page 132
1515 as a bullock unaccustomed to the yoke. Yea, sometimes violently to oppose and persecute his Church: as a bullock unaccustomed to the yoke. Yea, sometime violently to oppose and persecute his Church: c-acp dt n1 j p-acp dt n1. uh, av av-j pc-acp vvi cc vvi po31 n1: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 238 Page 132
1516 Such an one was Paul, when a Pharisee, Phil. 3. 6. Touching zeal, persecuting the Church. Such an one was Paul, when a Pharisee, Philip 3. 6. Touching zeal, persecuting the Church. d dt pi vbds np1, c-crq dt np1, np1 crd crd vvg n1, vvg dt n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 238 Page 132
1517 2. That there are some common legal works wrought in the Elect, antecedent to their Regeneration, or Passive Conversion. 2. That there Are Some Common Legal works wrought in the Elect, antecedent to their Regeneration, or Passive Conversion. crd d a-acp vbr d j j n2 vvn p-acp dt n1, n1 p-acp po32 n1, cc j n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 239 Page 132
1518 The Spirit of God is wont to begin with men by Convictions and Terrors, by setting the Law home on their Consciences, which make them afraid: The Spirit of God is wont to begin with men by Convictions and Terrors, by setting the Law home on their Consciences, which make them afraid: dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 p-acp n2 cc n2, p-acp vvg dt n1 av-an p-acp po32 n2, r-crq vvb pno32 j: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 239 Page 132
1519 and those are wrought not only in Gods Children, but in others also; and those Are wrought not only in God's Children, but in Others also; cc d vbr vvn xx av-j p-acp npg1 n2, cc-acp p-acp n2-jn av; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 239 Page 132
1520 and the Elect themselves do too frequently stifle these motions, out grow these awakenings, and ret••• again to their former security: and the Elect themselves do too frequently stifle these motions, out grow these awakenings, and ret••• again to their former security: cc dt n1 px32 vdb av av-j vvi d n2, av vvb d n2, cc n1 av p-acp po32 j n1: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 239 Page 132
1521 the time of their new birth is not yet come, and God hereby lets them see what enemies they are to their own Salvation, the time of their new birth is not yet come, and God hereby lets them see what enemies they Are to their own Salvation, dt n1 pp-f po32 j n1 vbz xx av vvn, cc np1 av vvz pno32 vvi r-crq n2 pns32 vbr p-acp po32 d n1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 239 Page 132
1522 and that if he had not come with Almighty Efficacy to them, they had refused him to their destruction, as well as others. and that if he had not come with Almighty Efficacy to them, they had refused him to their destruction, as well as Others. cc cst cs pns31 vhd xx vvn p-acp j-jn n1 p-acp pno32, pns32 vhd vvn pno31 p-acp po32 n1, c-acp av c-acp n2-jn. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 239 Page 132
1523 How many such common works have some out ▪ grown; How many such Common works have Some out ▪ grown; c-crq d d j n2 vhb d av ▪ j-vvn; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 239 Page 132
1524 and become worse after them? and yet they have had their months in which God hath taken them, and become Worse After them? and yet they have had their months in which God hath taken them, cc vvb av-jc p-acp pno32? cc av pns32 vhb vhn po32 n2 p-acp r-crq np1 vhz vvn pno32, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 239 Page 132
1525 because he had an Immutable love for them. Because he had an Immutable love for them. c-acp pns31 vhd dt j n1 p-acp pno32. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 239 Page 132
1526 See for this, Isa. 57. 17, 18. I hid me, and was wroth, and he went on frowardly in the way of his heart: See for this, Isaiah 57. 17, 18. I hid me, and was wroth, and he went on frowardly in the Way of his heart: n1 p-acp d, np1 crd crd, crd pns11 vvd pno11, cc vbds j, cc pns31 vvd a-acp av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 239 Page 132
1527 I have seen his ways, and will heal him. 3. That all saving qualifications are wrought in them at once, in Passive Conversion. I have seen his ways, and will heal him. 3. That all Saving qualifications Are wrought in them At once, in Passive Conversion. pns11 vhb vvn po31 n2, cc vmb vvi pno31. crd cst d j-vvg n2 vbr vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp a-acp, p-acp j n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 239 Page 132
1528 When the Spirit of God comes to produce this great Change in the Sinner, he infuseth into him all his Sanctifying Graces: When the Spirit of God comes to produce this great Change in the Sinner, he infuseth into him all his Sanctifying Graces: c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz pc-acp vvi d j n1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz p-acp pno31 d po31 j-vvg n2: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 240 Page 133
1529 there is a new man created in him, Eph. 4. 24. There is a perfection of parts, though not of degrees: there is a new man created in him, Ephesians 4. 24. There is a perfection of parts, though not of Degrees: pc-acp vbz dt j n1 vvn p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n2, cs xx pp-f n2: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 240 Page 133
1530 Sanctification is throughout, 1 Thes. 5. 23. There is therefore no order in the production of these saving qualities in the Soul, Sanctification is throughout, 1 Thebes 5. 23. There is Therefore no order in the production of these Saving qualities in the Soul, n1 vbz a-acp, crd np1 crd crd pc-acp vbz av dx n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j-vvg n2 p-acp dt n1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 240 Page 133
1531 but they come in all at once. but they come in all At once. cc-acp pns32 vvb p-acp d p-acp a-acp. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 240 Page 133
1532 In Conversion whole Christ is put ••, it is therefore called a new birth, Joh. 3. 3. And it is the babe of Grace which is born, In Conversion Whole christ is put ••, it is Therefore called a new birth, John 3. 3. And it is the babe of Grace which is born, p-acp n1 j-jn np1 vbz vvn ••, pn31 vbz av vvn dt j n1, np1 crd crd cc pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vbz vvn, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 240 Page 133
1533 and it hath all its members entire. and it hath all its members entire. cc pn31 vhz d po31 n2 j. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 240 Page 133
1534 4. That God draws the man to exert these Graces in Active Conversion, after the manner of a Rational Agent. 4. That God draws the man to exert these Graces in Active Conversion, After the manner of a Rational Agent. crd cst np1 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 241 Page 133
1535 In the exerting of Grace, the man is not only active, but voluntary too; he acts as a cause by Counsel. In the exerting of Grace, the man is not only active, but voluntary too; he acts as a cause by Counsel. p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n1, dt n1 vbz xx av-j j, p-acp j-jn av; pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 241 Page 133
1536 As therefore there is the Co ▪ operation of God in this, as well as his operation in the former, according to, Phil. 2. 13. It is God which worketh in you, to will and to do, of his own good pleasure. As Therefore there is the Counterfeit ▪ operation of God in this, as well as his operation in the former, according to, Philip 2. 13. It is God which works in you, to will and to do, of his own good pleasure. p-acp av pc-acp vbz dt n1 ▪ n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d, c-acp av c-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt j, vvg pc-acp, np1 crd crd pn31 vbz n1 r-crq vvz p-acp pn22, pc-acp vmb cc pc-acp vdi, pp-f po31 d j n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 241 Page 133
1537 So he works upon the Rational Faculties or Powers that are put into man; So he works upon the Rational Faculties or Powers that Are put into man; av pns31 vvz p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp n1; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 241 Page 133
1538 and having sanctified them, he draws them forth to put the new nature into act, upon sight, deliberation, and with perswasion. and having sanctified them, he draws them forth to put the new nature into act, upon sighed, deliberation, and with persuasion. cc vhg vvn pno32, pns31 vvz pno32 av pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp n1, p-acp n1, n1, cc p-acp n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 241 Page 133
1539 He is not drawn to it by meer instinct ▪ but he knows what he doth, and why he doth it: He is not drawn to it by mere instinct ▪ but he knows what he does, and why he does it: pns31 vbz xx vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp j n1 ▪ cc-acp pns31 vvz r-crq pns31 vdz, cc c-crq pns31 vdz pn31: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 241 Page 133
1540 he hath a foundation on which he acts every Grace; he hath a Foundation on which he acts every Grace; pns31 vhz dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz d n1; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 241 Page 133
1541 he knows whom he believes, in, and why he so doth, 2 Tim. 1. 12. I know whom I have believed, he knows whom he believes, in, and why he so does, 2 Tim. 1. 12. I know whom I have believed, pns31 vvz r-crq pns31 vvz, p-acp, cc c-crq pns31 av vdz, crd np1 crd crd pns11 vvb r-crq pns11 vhb vvn, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 241 Page 134
1542 and am perswaded that he is able to keep that which I have committed to him against that day; and so of the rest. and am persuaded that he is able to keep that which I have committed to him against that day; and so of the rest. cc vbm vvn cst pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi d r-crq pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp d n1; cc av pp-f dt n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 241 Page 134
1543 God is therefore said to draw •s with the cords of a man, Hos. 11. 4. 5. In this Conversion the Soul betakes it self to Christ by faith, as to a Fountain opened for Sin and for Uncleanness. God is Therefore said to draw •s with the cords of a man, Hos. 11. 4. 5. In this Conversion the Soul betakes it self to christ by faith, as to a Fountain opened for since and for Uncleanness. np1 vbz av vvn p-acp vvb n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd crd p-acp d n1 dt n1 vvz pn31 n1 p-acp np1 p-acp n1, c-acp p-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 241 Page 134
1544 The great Grace celebrated in the Gospel is Faith, by which we close with Christ for life, wherein we comply with the main Article of the New-Covenant; The great Grace celebrated in the Gospel is Faith, by which we close with christ for life, wherein we comply with the main Article of the New-covenant; dt j n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 vbz n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp np1 p-acp n1, c-crq pns12 vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 242 Page 134
1545 and therefore Salvation is ascertained to it, Joh. 3. 16. Whosoever believes in him, shall not perish, but have everlasting life. and Therefore Salvation is ascertained to it, John 3. 16. Whosoever believes in him, shall not perish, but have everlasting life. cc av n1 vbz vvn p-acp pn31, np1 crd crd r-crq vvz p-acp pno31, vmb xx vvi, cc-acp vhb j n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 242 Page 134
1546 This Grace is not before ▪ the others in being, though it leads in the exercise, This Grace is not before ▪ the Others in being, though it leads in the exercise, d n1 vbz xx a-acp ▪ dt n2-jn p-acp vbg, cs pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 242 Page 134
1547 and doth indeed influence all the other, being that which fetcheth in help from Christ for the acting of them. and does indeed influence all the other, being that which Fetches in help from christ for the acting of them. cc vdz av n1 d dt j-jn, vbg d r-crq vvz p-acp n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pno32. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 242 Page 134
1548 Now Christ is the immediate Object on whom Faith fi•eth; Now christ is the immediate Object on whom Faith fi•eth; av np1 vbz dt j n1 p-acp ro-crq n1 vvz; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 242 Page 134
1549 it believes in him for all the good that it wants, and seeth to be stored in him; it believes in him for all the good that it Wants, and sees to be stored in him; pn31 vvz p-acp pno31 p-acp d dt j cst pn31 vvz, cc vvz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 242 Page 134
1550 and that which draws it so to rely on him, is the discovery it hath made of his sufficiency and readiness to answer its great necessity; and that which draws it so to rely on him, is the discovery it hath made of his sufficiency and readiness to answer its great necessity; cc cst r-crq vvz pn31 av pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, vbz dt n1 pn31 vhz vvn pp-f po31 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi po31 j n1; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 242 Page 134
1551 which is, to be delivered from the guilt and defilement of sin; which is, to be Delivered from the guilt and defilement of since; r-crq vbz, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 242 Page 134
1552 and tha• because it apprehends all this to be fountained in him, that it may be communicated by him to all those that stand in need of it; and tha• Because it apprehends all this to be fountained in him, that it may be communicated by him to all those that stand in need of it; cc n1 c-acp pn31 vvz d d pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31, cst pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp d d cst vvb p-acp n1 pp-f pn31; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 242 Page 134
1553 and this it doth upon the invitation given in the Gospel, to all that are oppressed with the burden of sin, to come to him for succour against it. and this it does upon the invitation given in the Gospel, to all that Are oppressed with the burden of since, to come to him for succour against it. cc d pn31 vdz p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp d cst vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp n1 p-acp pn31. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 242 Page 135
1554 6. This Faith is always accompanied with true Repentance. In active Conversion these two Graces are in conjunction. 6. This Faith is always accompanied with true Repentance. In active Conversion these two Graces Are in conjunction. crd d n1 vbz av vvn p-acp j n1. p-acp j n1 d crd n2 vbr p-acp n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 243 Page 135
1555 I shall not here meddle with the disputes, which of these two Graces is the first: I shall not Here meddle with the disputes, which of these two Graces is the First: pns11 vmb xx av vvi p-acp dt vvz, r-crq pp-f d crd n2 vbz dt ord: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 243 Page 135
1556 if we speak of their production, they are together, and so there is no priority of any Grace, they being created in the same instant: if we speak of their production, they Are together, and so there is no priority of any Grace, they being created in the same instant: cs pns12 vvb pp-f po32 n1, pns32 vbr av, cc av pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f d n1, pns32 vbg vvn p-acp dt d n-jn: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 243 Page 135
1557 if we speak of th•ir production, they are together, and so there is no priority of any Grace, they being created in the same instant: if we speak of th•ir production, they Are together, and so there is no priority of any Grace, they being created in the same instant: cs pns12 vvb pp-f j n1, pns32 vbr av, cc av pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f d n1, pns32 vbg vvn p-acp dt d n-jn: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 243 Page 135
1558 if we speak of the order of nature in their activity, Faith must have the precedency, if we speak of the order of nature in their activity, Faith must have the precedency, cs pns12 vvb pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po32 n1, n1 vmb vhi dt n1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 243 Page 135
1559 because it influenceth all the other; Because it influenceth all the other; c-acp pn31 vvz d dt j-jn; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 243 Page 135
1560 for though there is a Legal Repentance before Conversion, yet that which is Evangelical follows upon it, for though there is a Legal Repentance before Conversion, yet that which is Evangelical follows upon it, c-acp cs pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp n1, av cst r-crq vbz np1 vvz p-acp pn31, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 243 Page 135
1561 and is no further pleasing to God, than as it is exercised by faith: and is no further pleasing to God, than as it is exercised by faith: cc vbz av-dx av-jc vvg p-acp np1, cs c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 243 Page 135
1562 but in respect to order of time, the man repents and believes at once, and so they are together. but in respect to order of time, the man repents and believes At once, and so they Are together. cc-acp p-acp n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 vvz cc vvz p-acp a-acp, cc av pns32 vbr av. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 243 Page 135
1563 It is a penitent Faith, and a believing Repentance that is exerted; It is a penitent Faith, and a believing Repentance that is exerted; pn31 vbz dt j-jn n1, cc dt j-vvg n1 cst vbz vvn; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 243 Page 135
1564 they are therefore conjoyned, Acts 20. 21. Testifying both to the Jews, and also to the Greeks, Repentance towards God, they Are Therefore conjoined, Acts 20. 21. Testifying both to the jews, and also to the Greeks, Repentance towards God, pns32 vbr av vvn, n2 crd crd vvg d p-acp dt np2, cc av p-acp dt np1, n1 p-acp np1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 243 Page 135
1565 and Faith towards our Lord Jesus Christ. and Faith towards our Lord jesus christ. cc n1 p-acp po12 n1 np1 np1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 243 Page 135
1566 7. For the right exerting of these Graces, there is the exercise of a Spirit of Mourning, and of Supplication. 7. For the right exerting of these Graces, there is the exercise of a Spirit of Mourning, and of Supplication. crd p-acp dt n-jn vvg pp-f d n2, pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f vvg, cc pp-f n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 244 Page 135
1567 There is a principle of this, or there is such a Spirit habitually put into the man when he is new made, There is a principle of this, or there is such a Spirit habitually put into the man when he is new made, pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f d, cc pc-acp vbz d dt n1 av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vbz j vvn, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 244 Page 135
1568 but the improvement of it is in the practising of Faith and Repentance. Here then, 1. For the exerting of true Repentance, he draws out a Spirit of mourning. but the improvement of it is in the practising of Faith and Repentance. Here then, 1. For the exerting of true Repentance, he draws out a Spirit of mourning. cc-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz p-acp dt vvg pp-f n1 cc n1. av av, crd p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f j n1, pns31 vvz av dt n1 pp-f n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 244 Page 135
1569 In Repentance we turn from sin to God, in which turning, there is not only an abstinence from the outward acts, In Repentance we turn from since to God, in which turning, there is not only an abstinence from the outward acts, p-acp n1 pns12 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp np1, p-acp r-crq vvg, pc-acp vbz xx av-j dt n1 p-acp dt j n2, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 245 Page 136
1570 but a cordial renouncing and forsaking of those sins which we rightly repent of; but a cordial renouncing and forsaking of those Sins which we rightly Repent of; cc-acp dt j vvg cc vvg pp-f d n2 r-crq pns12 av-jn vvb pp-f; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 245 Page 136
1571 and for that end we must be made to see them to be evil and mischievous, and for that end we must be made to see them to be evil and mischievous, cc p-acp d n1 pns12 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi pno32 pc-acp vbi j-jn cc j, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 245 Page 136
1572 and that we have foolishly turned from God to them; and that we have foolishly turned from God to them; cc cst pns12 vhb av-j vvn p-acp np1 p-acp pno32; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 245 Page 136
1573 the genuine effect whereof upon the heart, is to bemoan our selves by reason of them: the genuine Effect whereof upon the heart, is to bemoan our selves by reason of them: dt j n1 c-crq p-acp dt n1, vbz pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp n1 pp-f pno32: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 245 Page 136
1574 and hence the Scripture annexeth mourning unto Repentance, as an inseparable concomitant of • hence that in, Jer. 31. 18. I have surely heard Ephraim bemoaning of himself, &c. And for the producing of this mourning, God offers the conviction of the evil and bitterness then is in our sins, Jer. 2 19. Know and see that it is an evil thing and bitter that thou hast forsaken the Lord thy God, &c. Now there are two passages to be observed in this mourning. and hence the Scripture annexeth mourning unto Repentance, as an inseparable concomitant of • hence that in, Jer. 31. 18. I have surely herd Ephraim bemoaning of himself, etc. And for the producing of this mourning, God offers the conviction of the evil and bitterness then is in our Sins, Jer. 2 19. Know and see that it is an evil thing and bitter that thou hast forsaken the Lord thy God, etc. Now there Are two passages to be observed in this mourning. cc av dt n1 vvz n1 p-acp n1, c-acp dt j n1 pp-f • av cst p-acp, np1 crd crd pns11 vhb av-j vvn np1 vvg pp-f px31, av cc p-acp dt vvg pp-f d n1, np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn cc n1 av vbz p-acp po12 n2, np1 crd crd vvb cc vvi cst pn31 vbz dt j-jn n1 cc j cst pns21 vh2 vvn dt n1 po21 n1, av av a-acp vbr crd n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 245 Page 136
1575 1. He bewails all his Sins. Godly Sorrow is for Sin: that is the procuring cause of all the sorrows that poor man is exposed unto, 1. He bewails all his Sins. Godly Sorrow is for since: that is the procuring cause of all the sorrows that poor man is exposed unto, crd pns31 vvz d po31 n2. j n1 vbz p-acp n1: cst vbz dt vvg n1 pp-f d dt n2 cst j n1 vbz vvn p-acp, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 246 Page 136
1576 and is therefore that which peculiarly calls for our mourning; and is Therefore that which peculiarly calls for our mourning; cc vbz av cst r-crq av-j vvz p-acp po12 n1; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 246 Page 136
1577 and this belongs to that sorrow which the Apostle tells us is so serviceable to true Repentance, 2 Cor. 7. 10, Godly sorrow worketh repentance not to be repented of. and this belongs to that sorrow which the Apostle tells us is so serviceable to true Repentance, 2 Cor. 7. 10, Godly sorrow works Repentance not to be repented of. cc d vvz p-acp d n1 r-crq dt n1 vvz pno12 vbz av j p-acp j n1, crd np1 crd crd, j n1 vvz n1 xx pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 246 Page 136
1578 It is by this that we embitter sin to our selves, and stir up in us an hatred of it: It is by this that we embitter since to our selves, and stir up in us an hatred of it: pn31 vbz p-acp d cst pns12 j n1 p-acp po12 n2, cc vvi a-acp p-acp pno12 dt n1 pp-f pn31: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 246 Page 136
1579 for, though sorrow be a mixt Affection, yet it mainly partakes of hatred, which is a separating affection, for, though sorrow be a mixed Affection, yet it mainly partakes of hatred, which is a separating affection, c-acp, cs n1 vbb dt vvn n1, av pn31 av-j vvz pp-f n1, r-crq vbz dt n-vvg n1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 246 Page 137
1580 and makes us to reject the Object of it. Now if this sorrow be genuine, it is universal; and makes us to reject the Object of it. Now if this sorrow be genuine, it is universal; cc vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31. av cs d n1 vbi j, pn31 vbz j; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 246 Page 137
1581 it bears a respect to all sin; it bears a respect to all since; pn31 vvz dt n1 p-acp d n1; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 246 Page 137
1582 because if it be right, it is excited by the apprehension of the great evil there is in sin, in the nature, Because if it be right, it is excited by the apprehension of the great evil there is in since, in the nature, c-acp cs pn31 vbb j-jn, pn31 vbz vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n-jn pc-acp vbz p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 246 Page 137
1583 as well as in the effects of it; which evil being in all sin, it must needs extend to all: as well as in the effects of it; which evil being in all since, it must needs extend to all: c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31; r-crq n-jn vbg p-acp d n1, pn31 vmb av vvi p-acp d: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 246 Page 137
1584 hence that, Psalm 119. 104. I hate every false way; hence that, Psalm 119. 104. I hate every false Way; av cst, n1 crd crd pns11 vvb d j n1; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 246 Page 137
1585 and where this hatred is, there will be Sorrow for our having hurt our selves by it, and therein dishonoured God. and where this hatred is, there will be Sorrow for our having hurt our selves by it, and therein dishonoured God. cc c-crq d n1 vbz, pc-acp vmb vbi n1 p-acp po12 vhg vvn po12 n2 p-acp pn31, cc av vvn np1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 246 Page 137
1586 2. He more peculiarly laments the affronts that be hath offered to Christ, who hath been set before him in the tenders of Grace. 2. He more peculiarly laments thee affronts that be hath offered to christ, who hath been Set before him in the tenders of Grace. crd pns31 av-dc av-j vvz pno32 vvz cst vbi vhz vvn p-acp np1, r-crq vhz vbn vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 247 Page 137
1587 This therefore is peculiarly remarked in, Zech. 12. 10. They shall 〈 ◊ 〉 upon him whom they have pierced, This Therefore is peculiarly remarked in, Zechariah 12. 10. They shall 〈 ◊ 〉 upon him whom they have pierced, d av vbz av-j vvn p-acp, np1 crd crd pns32 vmb 〈 sy 〉 p-acp pno31 ro-crq pns32 vhb vvn, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 247 Page 137
1588 and they shall mourn for him, as one mourneth for an only Son, and be in bitterness for him, and they shall mourn for him, as one Mourneth for an only Son, and be in bitterness for him, cc pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pno31, c-acp pi vvz p-acp dt j n1, cc vbb p-acp n1 p-acp pno31, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 247 Page 137
1589 as one is in bitterness for his first born. as one is in bitterness for his First born. c-acp pi vbz p-acp n1 p-acp po31 ord vvn. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 247 Page 137
1590 Where the Gospel comes, and Christ is exhibited, together with the need that men have of him by reason of •in; Where the Gospel comes, and christ is exhibited, together with the need that men have of him by reason of •in; c-crq dt n1 vvz, cc np1 vbz vvn, av p-acp dt n1 cst n2 vhb pp-f pno31 p-acp n1 pp-f n1; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 247 Page 137
1591 the convictions whereof are laid before men to perswade them of the necessity they stand in of having him to be their Saviour; the convictions whereof Are laid before men to persuade them of the necessity they stand in of having him to be their Saviour; dt n2 q-crq vbr vvn p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 pp-f dt n1 pns32 vvb p-acp pp-f vhg pno31 p-acp vbi po32 n1; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 247 Page 137
1592 and men have made light of these invitations which have been given them; and men have made Light of these invitations which have been given them; cc n2 vhb vvn n1 pp-f d n2 r-crq vhb vbn vvn pno32; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 247 Page 137
1593 they have not been perswaded of their misery by Sin, and brought to accept of Christ to rescue them from it, they have not been persuaded of their misery by since, and brought to accept of christ to rescue them from it, pns32 vhb xx vbn vvn pp-f po32 n1 p-acp n1, cc vvd pc-acp vvi pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp pn31, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 247 Page 137
1594 and have accordingly despised him, neglected him, chosen lying vanities before him, and remained in their unbelief; and have accordingly despised him, neglected him, chosen lying vanities before him, and remained in their unbelief; cc vhb av-vvg vvn pno31, vvd pno31, vvn vvg n2 p-acp pno31, cc vvd p-acp po32 n1; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 247 Page 138
1595 This is the great provocation under the Gospel, Joh. 3. 19. This is the Condemnation, that light is come into the world, This is the great provocation under the Gospel, John 3. 19. This is the Condemnation, that Light is come into the world, d vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd d vbz dt n1, cst n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 247 Page 138
1596 and men chuse darkness rather than light. This Sin therefore they shall peculiarly mourn for and resent with the greatest sorrow. and men choose darkness rather than Light. This since Therefore they shall peculiarly mourn for and resent with the greatest sorrow. cc n2 vvb n1 av-c cs vvi. d n1 av pns32 vmb av-j vvi p-acp cc vvi p-acp dt js n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 247 Page 138
1597 2. For the exercising of Faith, this Spirit of mourning is ever accompanied with a Spirit of Supplication. 2. For the exercising of Faith, this Spirit of mourning is ever accompanied with a Spirit of Supplication. crd p-acp dt vvg pp-f n1, d n1 pp-f n1 vbz av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 248 Page 138
1598 The first breathings and breakings forth of faith, are in prayer. The First breathings and breakings forth of faith, Are in prayer. dt ord n2-vvg cc n2 av pp-f n1, vbr p-acp n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 248 Page 138
1599 When once Paul was Converted, that is the next news we hear of him, Acts 9. 11. Behold he prayeth. When once Paul was Converted, that is the next news we hear of him, Acts 9. 11. Behold he Prayeth. c-crq a-acp np1 vbds vvn, cst vbz dt ord n1 pns12 vvb pp-f pno31, n2 crd crd vvb pns31 vvz. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 248 Page 138
1600 This is the first sign by which the new born Christian discovers that he hath life in him. This is the First Signen by which the new born Christian discovers that he hath life in him. d vbz dt ord n1 p-acp r-crq dt j j-vvn np1 vvz cst pns31 vhz n1 p-acp pno31. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 248 Page 138
1601 True Prayer supposeth a principle of faith in the man, •or only such a prayer as is spirited with it, is acceptable to, True Prayer Supposeth a principle of faith in the man, •or only such a prayer as is spirited with it, is acceptable to, j n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, n1 av-j d dt n1 c-acp vbz vvn p-acp pn31, vbz j p-acp, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 248 Page 138
1602 and prevalent with God, Jam. 5. 16. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much; and prevalent with God, Jam. 5. 16. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much; cc j p-acp np1, np1 crd crd dt j j n1 pp-f dt j n1 vvz av-d; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 248 Page 138
1603 compare, Chap. 1. 5, 6. Let him ask of God, but let him ask •• faith. compare, Chap. 1. 5, 6. Let him ask of God, but let him ask •• faith. vvb, np1 crd crd, crd vvb pno31 vvi pp-f np1, cc-acp vvb pno31 vvi •• uh-n. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 248 Page 138
1604 God hath therefore made it a medium for our participation in the blessings engaged in the New Covenant, Ezek. 36. 37. I will yet be enquired of for this by the House of Israel to do it for them. In which prayer, God hath Therefore made it a medium for our participation in the blessings engaged in the New Covenant, Ezekiel 36. 37. I will yet be inquired of for this by the House of Israel to do it for them. In which prayer, np1 vhz av vvn pn31 dt fw-la p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt n2 vvn p-acp dt j n1, np1 crd crd pns11 vmb av vbi vvn pp-f p-acp d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vdi pn31 p-acp pno32. p-acp r-crq n1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 248 Page 138
1605 1. He confesseth and bewaileth his sins before God. 1. He Confesses and bewaileth his Sins before God. crd pns31 vvz cc vvz po31 n2 p-acp np1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 249 Page 138
1606 Confession of sin is, if not an essential part, yet an inseparable adjunct of prayer, by which sinful man addresseth God for mercy; Confessi of since is, if not an essential part, yet an inseparable adjunct of prayer, by which sinful man Addresseth God for mercy; n1 pp-f n1 vbz, cs xx dt j n1, av dt j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq j n1 vvz np1 p-acp n1; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 249 Page 138
1607 hence the promise so runs, Prov. 28. 13. He that confesseth and forsaketh shall find mercy: hence the promise so runs, Curae 28. 13. He that Confesses and Forsaketh shall find mercy: av dt n1 av vvz, np1 crd crd pns31 cst vvz cc vvz vmb vvi n1: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 249 Page 139
1608 And for this reason, when God invites back ▪ sliders to return, and promiseth them acceptance, he enters that caution, Jer. 3. 13. Only acknowledge thine iniquity. And for this reason, when God invites back ▪ sliders to return, and promises them acceptance, he enters that caution, Jer. 3. 13. Only acknowledge thine iniquity. cc p-acp d n1, c-crq np1 vvz av ▪ vvz pc-acp vvi, cc vvz pno32 n1, pns31 vvz d n1, np1 crd crd j vvb po21 n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 249 Page 139
1609 Nor indeed can we rightly come to Christ for a pardon and cleansing, unless we lay open our malady before him; Nor indeed can we rightly come to christ for a pardon and cleansing, unless we lay open our malady before him; ccx av vmb pns12 av-jn vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 cc vvg, cs pns12 vvb vvi po12 n1 p-acp pno31; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 249 Page 139
1610 so that there is a tacit confession of Sin in the very petitions that are put up on this account: so that there is a tacit Confessi of since in the very petitions that Are put up on this account: av cst pc-acp vbz dt fw-la n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n2 cst vbr vvn a-acp p-acp d n1: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 249 Page 139
1611 but God expects that in our solemn addressing of him, we be explicit in it, Levit. 26. 40. If they confess their iniquity, but God expects that in our solemn addressing of him, we be explicit in it, Levit. 26. 40. If they confess their iniquity, cc-acp np1 vvz cst p-acp po12 j vvg pp-f pno31, pns12 vbb j p-acp pn31, np1 crd crd cs pns32 vvb po32 n1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 249 Page 139
1612 and the iniquity of their fathers, with their tres•oss, &c. 2. He requests his Converting Grace. and the iniquity of their Father's, with their tres•oss, etc. 2. He requests his Converting Grace. cc dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, p-acp po32 n1, av crd pns31 vvz po31 vvg n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 249 Page 139
1613 There must be a root of Conversion in the man, before he can sincerely desire or petition to be Converted; There must be a root of Conversion in the man, before he can sincerely desire or petition to be Converted; a-acp vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns31 vmb av-j vvi cc n1 pc-acp vbi vvn; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 250 Page 139
1614 and indeed gracious mourning, confession, and supplication, do follow after that inward and transforming work of the Spirit in the man, Jer. 31. 19. After that I was turned, I repented, and indeed gracious mourning, Confessi, and supplication, do follow After that inward and transforming work of the Spirit in the man, Jer. 31. 19. After that I was turned, I repented, cc av j n1, n1, cc n1, vdb vvi p-acp d j cc vvg n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd p-acp cst pns11 vbds vvn, pns11 vvd, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 250 Page 139
1615 and after that I was instructed, I smote upon my thigh; and After that I was instructed, I smote upon my thigh; cc p-acp cst pns11 vbds vvn, pns11 vvd p-acp po11 n1; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 250 Page 139
1616 I was ashamed, &c However, in the actual turning of the Soul to God, the man finds that it is not in his own power to turn himself, I was ashamed, etc. However, in the actual turning of the Soul to God, the man finds that it is not in his own power to turn himself, pns11 vbds j, av c-acp, p-acp dt j n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1, dt n1 vvz cst pn31 vbz xx p-acp po31 d n1 pc-acp vvi px31, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 250 Page 139
1617 but that he must have it given him of God; and accordingly he asks it of him: but that he must have it given him of God; and accordingly he asks it of him: cc-acp cst pns31 vmb vhi pn31 vvn pno31 pp-f np1; cc av-vvg pns31 vvz pn31 pp-f pno31: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 250 Page 139
1618 thus did Ephraim, verse 18. Turn thou me, and I shall be turned; thus did Ephraim, verse 18. Turn thou me, and I shall be turned; av vdd np1, n1 crd n1 pns21 pno11, cc pns11 vmb vbi vvn; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 250 Page 139
1619 and God directs Israel to use such words, Hos. 14. 2. Take away all iniquity, and receive us graciously; and God directs Israel to use such words, Hos. 14. 2. Take away all iniquity, and receive us graciously; cc np1 vvz np1 pc-acp vvi d n2, np1 crd crd vvb av d n1, cc vvb pno12 av-j; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 250 Page 140
1620 and these cries are drawn forth by the efficac• o• preventing ▪ Grace. and these cries Are drawn forth by the efficac• o• preventing ▪ Grace. cc d n2 vbr vvn av p-acp dt n1 n1 vvg ▪ n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 250 Page 140
1621 3 He professeth his acceptance of, and relianc• upon Christ for Salvation He acknowledge th• that Christ is an All sufficient Saviour, that ▪ there is a fulness of vertue in this foun•ain to take away all Sin and Uncleanness from him: 3 He Professes his acceptance of, and relianc• upon christ for Salvation He acknowledge th• that christ is an All sufficient Saviour, that ▪ there is a fullness of virtue in this foun•ain to take away all since and Uncleanness from him: crd pns31 vvz po31 n1 pp-f, cc n1 p-acp np1 p-acp n1 pns31 vvb n1 cst np1 vbz dt d j n1, cst ▪ a-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi av d n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 251 Page 140
1622 he answers the Call of the Spirit in the Word, and embraceth the promise annexed to it, he answers the Call of the Spirit in the Word, and Embraceth the promise annexed to it, pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvz dt n1 vvn p-acp pn31, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 251 Page 140
1623 and Echo's back to it with acceptance and ▪ gratitude, as, Psal 27. 8. When then saidst, seek ye my face, •ine heart said unto thee, thy face, Lord, will I seek Jer 3 22 Return ye ba•ks•iding Children, and Echo's back to it with acceptance and ▪ gratitude, as, Psalm 27. 8. When then Said, seek you my face, •ine heart said unto thee, thy face, Lord, will I seek Jer 3 22 Return you ba•ks•iding Children, cc npg1 n1 p-acp pn31 p-acp n1 cc ▪ n1, c-acp, np1 crd crd c-crq av vvd2, vvb pn22 po11 n1, j n1 vvd p-acp pno21, po21 n1, n1, vmb pns11 vvi np1 crd crd n1 pn22 vvg n2, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 251 Page 140
1624 and I will heal your backslidngs; ••hold we come unto thee f•r thou art the Lord our God: and I will heal your backslidngs; ••hold we come unto thee f•r thou art the Lord our God: cc pns11 vmb vvi po22 n2; vvb pns12 vvb p-acp pno21 vvb pns21 vb2r dt n1 po12 n1: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 251 Page 140
1625 And t•us is the Everlasting Covenant past between God and him; And t•us is the Everlasting Covenant passed between God and him; cc j vbz dt j n1 vvn p-acp np1 cc pno31; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 251 Page 140
1626 now is he Unit•d with the Fountain or Grace, and all th• saving vertue o• it is derived to him, now is he Unit•d with the Fountain or Grace, and all th• Saving virtue o• it is derived to him, av vbz pns31 vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1, cc d n1 vvg n1 n1 pn31 vbz vvn p-acp pno31, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 251 Page 140
1627 and this is the usual method of Divine Grace, i• bringing a Sinner to participate in the saving Benefits which were purchased by the Lord Jesus Christ for him. and this is the usual method of Divine Grace, i• bringing a Sinner to participate in the Saving Benefits which were purchased by the Lord jesus christ for him. cc d vbz dt j n1 pp-f j-jn n1, n1 vvg dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt vvg n2 r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 np1 np1 p-acp pno31. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 251 Page 140
1628 USE I. For Information in two or thre• particulars. USE I. For Information in two or thre• particulars. vvb pns11. p-acp n1 p-acp crd cc n1 n2-jn. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 252 Page 140
1629 1. We have here a Rule to judge of the Efficacy of the Gospel in the dispensation of it ▪ The• is a great deal of reaso• why the People • God should observe, not only who enjo• 〈 ◊ 〉 Gospel in which Christ is opened to men, ••d where it is that Christ is most clearly and •stinctly declared in his whole work; 1. We have Here a Rule to judge of the Efficacy of the Gospel in the Dispensation of it ▪ The• is a great deal of reaso• why the People • God should observe, not only who enjo• 〈 ◊ 〉 Gospel in which christ is opened to men, ••d where it is that christ is most clearly and •stinctly declared in his Whole work; crd pns12 vhb av dt n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 ▪ n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 c-crq dt n1 • uh-np vmd vvi, xx av-j r-crq n1 〈 sy 〉 n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vbz vvn p-acp n2, vvb c-crq pn31 vbz cst np1 vbz av-ds av-j cc av-j vvn p-acp po31 j-jn n1; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 253 Page 141
1630 but al• what fruit or efficacy there is of it; but al• what fruit or efficacy there is of it; cc-acp n1 q-crq n1 cc n1 pc-acp vbz pp-f pn31; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 253 Page 141
1631 how •r the vertue of this fountain for the ends of •• being opened, is made evident by the effects •f it upon men: how •r the virtue of this fountain for the ends of •• being opened, is made evident by the effects •f it upon men: c-crq j dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f •• vbg vvn, vbz vvn j p-acp dt n2 n1 pn31 p-acp n2: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 253 Page 141
1632 and though the work of Ap••cation, wherein Christ is made to us Righ••ousness and Sanctification, and though the work of Ap••cation, wherein christ is made to us Righ••ousness and Sanctification, cc cs dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq np1 vbz vvn p-acp pno12 n1 cc n1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 253 Page 141
1633 for the pardoning ••d cleansing of our sin, be a secret work, and • man can certainly know it of another, ex•pt by extraordinary Revelation; for the pardoning ••d cleansing of our since, be a secret work, and • man can Certainly know it of Another, ex•pt by extraordinary Revelation; p-acp dt vvg n1 vvg pp-f po12 n1, vbb dt j-jn n1, cc • n1 vmb av-j vvi pn31 pp-f j-jn, vvn p-acp j n1; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 253 Page 141
1634 and though •• things which are the concomitants of this, ••d evidence to it, viz. A spirit of mourning ••d supplication, are not so obvious, and though •• things which Are the concomitants of this, ••d evidence to it, viz. A Spirit of mourning ••d supplication, Are not so obvious, cc cs •• n2 r-crq vbr dt n2 pp-f d, j n1 p-acp pn31, n1 dt n1 pp-f j-vvg n1 n1, vbr xx av j, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 253 Page 141
1635 but that •• may be mistaken about them, inasmuch • there may be secret Prayer, and bewailing • sin, that is sincere, but that •• may be mistaken about them, inasmuch • there may be secret Prayer, and bewailing • since, that is sincere, cc-acp cst •• vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno32, av • a-acp vmb vbi j-jn n1, cc vvg • n1, cst vbz j, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 253 Page 141
1636 and accepted with God, •hich makes no noise; and accepted with God, •hich makes no noise; cc vvd p-acp np1, j vvz dx n1; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 253 Page 141
1637 and there may be a •ew of much of this, but whether it be sincere, ••d proceeds from such a spirit given to us, •• be judged of only Charitably; and there may be a •ew of much of this, but whither it be sincere, ••d proceeds from such a Spirit given to us, •• be judged of only Charitably; cc pc-acp vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f d pp-f d, cc-acp cs pn31 vbb j, n1 vvz p-acp d dt n1 vvn p-acp pno12, •• vbi vvn pp-f av-j av-j; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 253 Page 141
1638 yet there • usually so much to be discerned on •is account, by such as observe the times, yet there • usually so much to be discerned on •is account, by such as observe the times, av a-acp • av-j av av-d pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 n1, p-acp d c-acp vvi dt n2, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 253 Page 141
1639 as •ay make the hearts of such as fear God, Glad Sad, and many times there are too awful •idences of the general prevailing of the con•ary spirit, by the notorious appearance of •ch things as are inconsistent with this. as •ay make the hearts of such as Fear God, Glad • Sad, and many times there Are too awful •idences of the general prevailing of the con•ary Spirit, by the notorious appearance of •ch things as Are inconsistent with this. c-acp vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f d c-acp n1 np1, j • j, cc d n2 a-acp vbr av j n2 pp-f dt n1 vvg pp-f dt j n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j n2 c-acp vbr j p-acp d. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 253 Page 141
1640 If •e speak on a publick account, when God in••ds to pour out much grace upon a People, he will give a spirit of mourning and prayer and therefore when there is but a little of thi• and much of the contrary to be observe• when it is as, Isa. 22. 12, 13. In that day di• the Lord God of hosts call to weeping, If •e speak on a public account, when God in••ds to pour out much grace upon a People, he will give a Spirit of mourning and prayer and Therefore when there is but a little of thi• and much of the contrary to be observe• when it is as, Isaiah 22. 12, 13. In that day di• the Lord God of hosts call to weeping, cs n1 vvb p-acp dt j n1, c-crq np1 vvz pc-acp vvi av d n1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 cc av c-crq pc-acp vbz p-acp dt j pp-f n1 cc d pp-f dt j-jn pc-acp vbi n1 c-crq pn31 vbz a-acp, np1 crd crd, crd p-acp d n1 n1 dt n1 np1 pp-f n2 vvb p-acp vvg, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 253 Page 142
1641 and to mour•ing, and to baldness, and to girding with sackcloth ▪ and behold joy, and to mour•ing, and to baldness, and to girding with Sackcloth ▪ and behold joy, cc pc-acp vvi, cc p-acp n1, cc p-acp vvg p-acp n1 ▪ cc vvi n1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 253 Page 142
1642 and gladness, s•aying of oxen, an• killing of sheep, eating flesh, and drinking wi•e • let us eat and drink, and gladness, s•aying of oxen, an• killing of sheep, eating Flesh, and drinking wi•e • let us eat and drink, cc n1, vvg pp-f n2, n1 vvg pp-f n1, vvg n1, cc vvg n1 • vvb pno12 vvi cc vvi, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 253 Page 142
1643 for to morrow we shall ▪ dy• When instead of reforming the sins that a• among men, there is nothing mended, but the• rather grow worse; for to morrow we shall ▪ dy• When instead of reforming the Sins that a• among men, there is nothing mended, but the• rather grow Worse; c-acp p-acp n1 pns12 vmb ▪ n1 c-crq av pp-f vvg dt n2 cst n1 p-acp n2, pc-acp vbz pix vvn, cc-acp n1 av-c vvi av-jc; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 253 Page 142
1644 it saith, that if there w•• a spirit of mourning, it would not be so. A•• when Prayer is neglected; it Says, that if there w•• a Spirit of mourning, it would not be so. A•• when Prayer is neglected; pn31 vvz, cst cs a-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vmd xx vbi av. n1 c-crq n1 vbz vvn; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 253 Page 142
1645 particularly in Families, and there are so many houses withou• it, as is complained, it is to be supposed t•• secret Prayer is neglected too; particularly in Families, and there Are so many houses withou• it, as is complained, it is to be supposed t•• secret Prayer is neglected too; av-j p-acp n2, cc pc-acp vbr av d n2 n1 pn31, c-acp vbz vvn, pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn n1 j-jn n1 vbz vvn av; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 253 Page 142
1646 and muc• more that the spirit of Supplication is greatl• wanting. and muc• more that the Spirit of Supplication is greatl• wanting. cc n1 av-dc cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz n1 vvg. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 253 Page 142
1647 Nay, though there be many Fas• kept, for the bemoaning of the prevailing s•• making of humble confessions of them u•• God, Nay, though there be many Fas• kept, for the bemoaning of the prevailing s•• making of humble confessions of them u•• God, uh-x, cs pc-acp vbb d np1 vvd, p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt j-vvg n1 vvg pp-f j n2 pp-f pno32 n1 np1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 253 Page 142
1648 and asking of his pardon and healing • yet if this be all, and there is nothing amende• nor is the work of the present day in this r•gard pursued; and asking of his pardon and healing • yet if this be all, and there is nothing amende• nor is the work of the present day in this r•gard pursued; cc vvg pp-f po31 n1 cc n-vvg • av cs d vbb d, cc pc-acp vbz pix n1 ccx vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp d n1 vvd; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 253 Page 142
1649 it will bespeak, that the day •o• the plentiful accomplishment of this promi• that we have under our present consideratio• doth not as yet commence. it will bespeak, that the day •o• the plentiful accomplishment of this promi• that we have under our present consideratio• does not as yet commence. pn31 vmb vvi, cst dt n1 n1 dt j n1 pp-f d n1 cst pns12 vhb p-acp po12 j n1 vdz xx p-acp av vvi. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 253 Page 142
1650 And let serio• Christians judge by such Rules, and say, wh•ther they do not see great occasion for Lam••tation on this account. And let serio• Christians judge by such Rules, and say, wh•ther they do not see great occasion for Lam••tation on this account. cc vvb n1 np1 vvi p-acp d n2, cc vvi, av pns32 vdb xx vvi j n1 p-acp n1 p-acp d n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 253 Page 142
1651 The same observatio• is also applicable to particular persons. The same observatio• is also applicable to particular Persons. dt d n1 vbz av j p-acp j n2. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 253 Page 143
1652 2. We may hence learn what little reason the •ost have to boast of Christ as a Fountain of Salvation to them. 2. We may hence Learn what little reason the •ost have to boast of christ as a Fountain of Salvation to them. crd pns12 vmb av vvi r-crq j n1 dt n1 vhb pc-acp vvi pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 254 Page 143
1653 It must needs be a sad sight, •o see with what security and confidence the generality do nourish themselves, It must needs be a sad sighed, •o see with what security and confidence the generality do nourish themselves, pn31 vmb av vbi dt j n1, av vvb p-acp r-crq n1 cc n1 dt n1 vdb vvi px32, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 254 Page 143
1654 as if they •othing doubted of a title to Christ, and life •y him, and take it amiss to have the reality •f it so much as questioned, who yet cannot •ear the test of the truth in hand, as if they •othing doubted of a title to christ, and life •y him, and take it amiss to have the reality •f it so much as questioned, who yet cannot •ear the test of the truth in hand, c-acp cs pns32 vvg vvd pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1, cc n1 vvb pno31, cc vvb pn31 av pc-acp vhi dt n1 n1 pn31 av av-d c-acp vvn, r-crq av vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 254 Page 143
1655 but must ••eds fall before it, and stand condemned by it. but must ••eds fallen before it, and stand condemned by it. cc-acp vmb av vvi p-acp pn31, cc vvb vvn p-acp pn31. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 254 Page 143
1656 •• it be, as it is, a great truth, that where God •pplies Christ to men, in the benefits which he ••th purchased for Sinners, he pours out upon •em a spirit of mourning and supplication, •ertainly then, all ▪ such as are without such a •irit, must needs be strangers to such an Ap•lication: •• it be, as it is, a great truth, that where God •pplies christ to men, in the benefits which he ••th purchased for Sinners, he pours out upon •em a Spirit of mourning and supplication, •ertainly then, all ▪ such as Are without such a •irit, must needs be Strangers to such an Ap•lication: •• pn31 vbi, c-acp pn31 vbz, dt j n1, cst c-crq np1 vvz np1 p-acp n2, p-acp dt n2 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp n2, pns31 vvz av p-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, av-j av, av-d ▪ d c-acp vbr p-acp d dt n1, vmb av vbi n2 p-acp d dt n1: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 254 Page 143
1657 and without doubt, where such a •irit is put into men, there will be the exerting •f it in their lives and practices. and without doubt, where such a •irit is put into men, there will be the exerting •f it in their lives and practices. cc p-acp n1, c-crq d dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp n2, pc-acp vmb vbi dt vvg n1 pn31 p-acp po32 n2 cc n2. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 254 Page 143
1658 When there•ore there is nothing of this, but the quite •ontrary notoriously appearing, such mens •ith must needs be presumption, When there•ore there is nothing of this, but the quite •ontrary notoriously appearing, such men's •ith must needs be presumption, c-crq av a-acp vbz pix pp-f d, cc-acp dt av j-jn av-j vvg, d ng2 n1 vmb av vbi n1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 254 Page 143
1659 and their •oasting is of a false gift. Think of this then, •l you who are so far from mourning for •our sins, that you can live in them quietly & •ontentedly, and their •oasting is of a false gift. Think of this then, •l you who Are so Far from mourning for •our Sins, that you can live in them quietly & •ontentedly, cc po32 j-vvg vbz pp-f dt j n1. vvb pp-f d av, vmb pn22 r-crq vbr av av-j p-acp vvg p-acp n1 n2, cst pn22 vmb vvi p-acp pno32 av-jn cc n1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 254 Page 143
1660 nay you Rejoyce in iniquity, and •ke the greatest Satisfaction in gratifying of •our carnal lusts, who are never well, nay you Rejoice in iniquity, and •ke the greatest Satisfaction in gratifying of •our carnal Lustiest, who Are never well, uh-x pn22 vvb p-acp n1, cc vvb dt js n1 p-acp vvg pp-f n1 j n2, r-crq vbr av av, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 254 Page 143
1661 but when •ou are Devising mischief on your beds, and put•ng it in practice as soon as opportunity affords; but when •ou Are Devising mischief on your Beds, and put•ng it in practice as soon as opportunity affords; cc-acp c-crq j vbr vvg n1 p-acp po22 n2, cc vvg pn31 p-acp n1 c-acp av c-acp n1 vvz; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 254 Page 144
1662 you that can make a mock of sin, that can Drink your stollen waters, and eat your bread in secret, you that can make a mock of since, that can Drink your stolen waters, and eat your bred in secret, pn22 cst vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, cst vmb vvb po22 vvn n2, cc vvb po22 n1 p-acp j-jn, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 254 Page 144
1663 and wipe your mouths, and say, we have done no wickedness. and wipe your mouths, and say, we have done no wickedness. cc vvb po22 n2, cc vvi, pns12 vhb vdn dx n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 254 Page 144
1664 You that can boast of your lewd pranks, and shew your sin as Sodom, and hide it not; You that can boast of your lewd pranks, and show your since as Sodom, and hide it not; pn22 cst vmb vvi pp-f po22 j n2, cc vvb po22 n1 p-acp np1, cc vvi pn31 xx; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 254 Page 144
1665 you that joy• hand in hand with your lewd companions, and encourage one another in your wicked courses, you that joy• hand in hand with your lewd Sodales, and encourage one Another in your wicked courses, pn22 d n1 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp po22 j n2, cc vvi pi j-jn p-acp po22 j n2, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 254 Page 144
1666 surely you never had the healing vertue of this fountain applied to you; surely you never had the healing virtue of this fountain applied to you; av-j pn22 av-x vhd dt j-vvg n1 pp-f d n1 vvn p-acp pn22; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 254 Page 144
1667 and to hope to have your sins pardoned, and yet not cleansed, is a vain hope. and to hope to have your Sins pardoned, and yet not cleansed, is a vain hope. cc pc-acp vvi pc-acp vhi po22 n2 vvn, cc av xx vvn, vbz dt j n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 254 Page 144
1668 Think of this also all you Prayerless ones, who instead of calling upon Gods name, abuse it, Think of this also all you Prayerless ones, who instead of calling upon God's name, abuse it, vvb pp-f d av d pn22 j pi2, r-crq av pp-f vvg p-acp npg1 n1, vvb pn31, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 254 Page 144
1669 and take it in vain by your profane taking it into your mouths; and take it in vain by your profane taking it into your mouths; cc vvb pn31 p-acp j p-acp po22 j vvg pn31 p-acp po22 n2; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 254 Page 144
1670 who can live days, and mouths, and years without so much as a formal addressing of God; who can live days, and mouths, and Years without so much as a formal addressing of God; r-crq vmb vvi n2, cc n2, cc n2 p-acp av av-d c-acp dt j vvg pp-f np1; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 254 Page 144
1671 whose houses will one day rise up against you, and testify that you never Prayed in them, either by your selves, or with your families; whose houses will one day rise up against you, and testify that you never Prayed in them, either by your selves, or with your families; rg-crq n2 vmb crd n1 vvi a-acp p-acp pn22, cc vvi cst pn22 av-x vvd p-acp pno32, av-d p-acp po22 n2, cc p-acp po22 n2; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 254 Page 144
1672 who never carried your iniquities to God as a burden too heavy for you to bear, and with strong cryes besought him to take them away by a free pardon, and powerful purging. who never carried your iniquities to God as a burden too heavy for you to bear, and with strong cries besought him to take them away by a free pardon, and powerful purging. r-crq av-x vvd po22 n2 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 av j c-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi, cc p-acp j n2 vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi pno32 av p-acp dt j n1, cc j n-vvg. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 254 Page 144
1673 Let all such know, that how presumptuously soever you may now cry, Lord, Lord, there is a time coming, Let all such know, that how presumptuously soever you may now cry, Lord, Lord, there is a time coming, vvb d d vvb, cst c-crq av-j av pn22 vmb av vvi, n1, n1, a-acp vbz dt n1 vvg, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 254 Page 144
1674 if mercy prevent not, when he will say, I never knew you, depart from me all ye workers of iniquity. if mercy prevent not, when he will say, I never knew you, depart from me all you workers of iniquity. cs n1 vvb xx, c-crq pns31 vmb vvi, pns11 av-x vvd pn22, vvb p-acp pno11 d pn22 n2 pp-f n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 254 Page 144
1675 And be not deceived, for God is not mocked. 3. This shews us who they are that are like to enjoy the clearest discoveries, And be not deceived, for God is not mocked. 3. This shows us who they Are that Are like to enjoy the Clearest discoveries, cc vbb xx vvn, c-acp np1 vbz xx vvn. crd d vvz pno12 r-crq pns32 vbr d vbr j pc-acp vvi dt js n2, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 254 Page 144
1676 and most plentiful applications of Christ to them: and most plentiful applications of christ to them: cc av-ds j n2 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 255 Page 145
1677 certainly they are such unto whom God imparts the largest measure of a spirit of mourning and supplication. Certainly they Are such unto whom God imparts the Largest measure of a Spirit of mourning and supplication. av-j pns32 vbr d p-acp ro-crq np1 vvz dt js n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 255 Page 145
1678 Where God intends to build highest, he will lay the foundation lowest. The greatest spiritual mou•ners are appointed for the more abundant consolations. Where God intends to built highest, he will lay the Foundation lowest. The greatest spiritual mou•ners Are appointed for the more abundant consolations. c-crq np1 vvz pc-acp vvi js, pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 js. dt js j n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt av-dc j n2. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 255 Page 145
1679 They are the humble and contrite whom God delights to dwell with, and to revive, Isa. 57. 15. Christs anointing had a special regard for such as these, They Are the humble and contrite whom God delights to dwell with, and to revive, Isaiah 57. 15. Christ anointing had a special regard for such as these, pns32 vbr dt j cc j r-crq np1 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc pc-acp vvi, np1 crd crd npg1 vvg vhd av j n1 p-acp d c-acp d, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 255 Page 145
1680 and therefore his applications will be eminently made to them, Isa. 61. begin. The Lord hath anointed me, &c. to bind •• the broken hearted, to appoint unto them that mourn in Zion, to give unto them beauty for ashes, the oyl of joy for mourning, the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness, &c. Doth God then bring you into Godly Sorrow? Doth he make Sin bitter to you? Doth he fill you with grief at, and Therefore his applications will be eminently made to them, Isaiah 61. begin. The Lord hath anointed me, etc. to bind •• the broken hearted, to appoint unto them that mourn in Zion, to give unto them beauty for Ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, the garment of praise for the Spirit of heaviness, etc. Does God then bring you into Godly Sorrow? Does he make since bitter to you? Does he fill you with grief At, cc av po31 n2 vmb vbi av-j vvn p-acp pno32, np1 crd vvb. dt n1 vhz vvn pno11, av pc-acp vvi •• dt j-vvn j-vvn, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 cst vvb p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 n1 p-acp n2, dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av vdz n1 av vvi pn22 p-acp j n1? vdz pns31 vvi n1 j p-acp pn22? vdz pns31 vvi pn22 p-acp n1 p-acp, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 255 Page 145
1681 and cause you deeply to bewail your Sins before him? be not discouraged, but take i• as a good Omen, and wait for the Consolations of his Spirit; and cause you deeply to bewail your Sins before him? be not discouraged, but take i• as a good Omen, and wait for the Consolations of his Spirit; cc vvb pn22 av-jn pc-acp vvi po22 n2 p-acp pno31? vbb xx vvn, cc-acp vvb n1 p-acp dt j n1, cc vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 255 Page 145
1682 remember what he hath said, Psal. 126. 5. They that sow in tears, shall reap in joy. Remember what he hath said, Psalm 126. 5. They that sow in tears, shall reap in joy. vvb r-crq pns31 vhz vvn, np1 crd crd pns32 cst vvb p-acp n2, vmb vvi p-acp n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 255 Page 145
1683 It is also certain, that when God excites in us an heart to pray to him, It is also certain, that when God excites in us an heart to pray to him, pn31 vbz av j, cst c-crq np1 vvz p-acp pno12 dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 255 Page 145
1684 and fills us with ardent desires, and groans unutterable, after him for his grace, for his pardoning, and fills us with Ardent Desires, and groans unutterable, After him for his grace, for his pardoning, cc vvz pno12 p-acp j n2, cc n2 j, p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp po31 vvg, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 255 Page 145
1685 for his cleansing of us, and we cannot let him alone; for his cleansing of us, and we cannot let him alone; c-acp po31 vvg pp-f pno12, cc pns12 vmbx vvi pno31 av-j; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 255 Page 145
1686 it is a sign that he hath great mercies to bestow on us, which in this way he will communicate to us. it is a Signen that he hath great Mercies to bestow on us, which in this Way he will communicate to us. pn31 vbz dt n1 cst pns31 vhz j n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12, r-crq p-acp d n1 pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno12. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 255 Page 145
1687 God, who hath promised that his shall pray unto him (and it is he who giveth prayer to his own) hath assured us of a gracious audience, God, who hath promised that his shall pray unto him (and it is he who gives prayer to his own) hath assured us of a gracious audience, np1, r-crq vhz vvn cst po31 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 (cc pn31 vbz pns31 r-crq vvz n1 p-acp po31 d) vhz vvn pno12 pp-f dt j n1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 255 Page 146
1688 and a good return to our prayers, Jer. 29. 12, 13, 14. Then shall ye call upon me, and a good return to our Prayers, Jer. 29. 12, 13, 14. Then shall you call upon me, cc dt j n1 p-acp po12 n2, np1 crd crd, crd, crd av vmb pn22 vvi p-acp pno11, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 255 Page 146
1689 and ye shall go and pray unto me, and I will hearken unto you, and ye shall seek me and find me, &c. Be not then discouraged; and you shall go and pray unto me, and I will harken unto you, and you shall seek me and find me, etc. Be not then discouraged; cc pn22 vmb vvi cc vvb p-acp pno11, cc pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pn22, cc pn22 vmb vvi pno11 cc vvb pno11, av vbb xx av vvn; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 255 Page 146
1690 and though you may not at present experience those sensible apprehensions of the efficacy of the Fountain, and though you may not At present experience those sensible apprehensions of the efficacy of the Fountain, cc cs pn22 vmb xx p-acp j n1 d j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 255 Page 146
1691 for the taking away of your Sin, yet doubt not that God will in the best way do it for you, for the taking away of your since, yet doubt not that God will in the best Way do it for you, p-acp dt n-vvg av pp-f po22 n1, av vvb xx cst np1 vmb p-acp dt js n1 vdb pn31 p-acp pn22, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 255 Page 146
1692 and give you the experience, of it to your abundant Consolation. and give you the experience, of it to your abundant Consolation. cc vvb pn22 dt n1, pp-f pn31 p-acp po22 j n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 255 Page 146
1693 God will exalt his Grace on you in this way, and make it to appear how great is his kindness to you, in taking off your Guilt, and washing away your pollution: God will exalt his Grace on you in this Way, and make it to appear how great is his kindness to you, in taking off your Gilded, and washing away your pollution: np1 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp pn22 p-acp d n1, cc vvi pn31 pc-acp vvi c-crq j vbz po31 n1 p-acp pn22, p-acp vvg a-acp po22 j-vvn, cc vvg av po22 n1: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 255 Page 146
1694 And when you are suitably prepared so to glorifie him, he will fill you with the discoveries of his love, And when you Are suitably prepared so to Glorify him, he will fill you with the discoveries of his love, cc c-crq pn22 vbr av-j vvn av pc-acp vvi pno31, pns31 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 255 Page 146
1695 for which you shall admire him for ever. for which you shall admire him for ever. p-acp r-crq pn22 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp av. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 255 Page 146
1696 USE II. For Examination, Let us hereby prove whether ever this Fountain were savingly Opened to us, USE II For Examination, Let us hereby prove whither ever this Fountain were savingly Opened to us, vvb crd p-acp n1, vvb pno12 av vvi cs av d n1 vbdr av-vvg vvn p-acp pno12, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 256 Page 146
1697 and it concerns all to put themselves upon this Trial. For Motive then, Consider, and it concerns all to put themselves upon this Trial. For Motive then, Consider, cc pn31 vvz d pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp d np1 p-acp n1 av, vvb, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 256 Page 146
1698 1. You are all by Nature under the guilt and defilement of Sin. Sin and Uncleanness are hereditary to all Adams Children, 1. You Are all by Nature under the guilt and defilement of Sin. since and Uncleanness Are hereditary to all Adams Children, crd pn22 vbr d p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 n1 cc n1 vbr j p-acp d npg1 n2, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 257 Page 146
1699 and they derive to them in the Channel of Natural Generation; and they derive to them in the Channel of Natural Generation; cc pns32 vvb p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 257 Page 146
1700 for this we are told, Eph. 2. 3. We •e Children of wrath, even as others; for this we Are told, Ephesians 2. 3. We •e Children of wrath, even as Others; p-acp d pns12 vbr vvn, np1 crd crd pns12 vbdr n2 pp-f n1, av c-acp n2-jn; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 257 Page 147
1701 and he demands and resolves, Job 144 Who can bring a clean thing out of an unclean? not one. and he demands and resolves, Job 144 Who can bring a clean thing out of an unclean? not one. cc pns31 vvz cc vvz, n1 crd r-crq vmb vvi dt j n1 av pp-f dt j? xx crd. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 257 Page 147
1702 This then is the condition in which every one is born. This then is the condition in which every one is born. d av vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq d pi vbz vvn. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 257 Page 147
1703 Adams First Transgression was ours by a legal Imputation, and his corrupt Image which he contracted, instead of Gods Image which he lost, is ours by Propagation; and thus we come into the world guilty and filthy Creatures, Psal. 51. 5. Behold, I was shapen in ••iquity, Adams First Transgression was ours by a Legal Imputation, and his corrupt Image which he contracted, instead of God's Image which he lost, is ours by Propagation; and thus we come into the world guilty and filthy Creatures, Psalm 51. 5. Behold, I was shapen in ••iquity, npg1 ord n1 vbds png12 p-acp dt j n1, cc po31 j n1 r-crq pns31 vvd, av pp-f npg1 n1 r-crq pns31 vvd, vbz png12 p-acp n1; cc av pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 j cc j n2, np1 crd crd vvb, pns11 vbds vvn p-acp n1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 257 Page 147
1704 and in Sin did my Mother conceive me. and in since did my Mother conceive me. cc p-acp n1 vdd po11 n1 vvb pno11. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 257 Page 147
1705 And this Guilt and Defilement are encreased by all the actual sins that we have committed since we came into the World. And this Gilded and Defilement Are increased by all the actual Sins that we have committed since we Come into the World. cc d j-vvn cc n1 vbr vvn p-acp d dt j n2 cst pns12 vhb vvn c-acp pns12 vvd p-acp dt n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 257 Page 147
1706 2. Except this be done away, it will be your ruine. All Sin in its own nature and operation is deadly. 2. Except this be done away, it will be your ruin. All since in its own nature and operation is deadly. crd c-acp d vbb vdn av, pn31 vmb vbi po22 n1. d n1 p-acp po31 d n1 cc n1 vbz j. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 258 Page 147
1707 Sin and Death are closely connected each with the other, Rom. 5. 12. By one man sin came into the world, and death by sin. since and Death Are closely connected each with the other, Rom. 5. 12. By one man since Come into the world, and death by since. n1 cc n1 vbr av-j vvn d p-acp dt n-jn, np1 crd crd p-acp crd n1 n1 vvd p-acp dt n1, cc n1 p-acp n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 258 Page 147
1708 The guilt that ahderes to sin binds the man under the Curse, and that is Death, Ezek. 18. 4. The Soul that sinneth, it shall dy. The guilt that ahderes to since binds the man under the Curse, and that is Death, Ezekiel 18. 4. The Soul that Sinneth, it shall die. dt n1 cst n2 p-acp n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc d vbz n1, np1 crd crd dt n1 cst vvz, pn31 vmb vvi. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 258 Page 147
1709 The Law ••ath already past the Sentence upon the man, and unless it be removed it will without fail take place on him: The Law ••ath already passed the Sentence upon the man, and unless it be removed it will without fail take place on him: dt n1 vhz av p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc cs pn31 vbb vvn pn31 vmb p-acp vvi vvi n1 p-acp pno31: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 258 Page 147
1710 and the defilement of sin is it self the very spiritual death of the Soul: and the defilement of since is it self the very spiritual death of the Soul: cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz pn31 n1 dt j j n1 pp-f dt n1: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 258 Page 147
1711 it hath deprived the man of the life of Sanctification, and he can no more perform a gracious action, it hath deprived the man of the life of Sanctification, and he can no more perform a gracious actium, pn31 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pns31 vmb av-dx av-dc vvi dt j n1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 258 Page 147
1712 than a dead man can a life action; hence that expression, Eph. 2 1. Ye were dead in trespasses and sins. than a dead man can a life actium; hence that expression, Ephesians 2 1. You were dead in Trespasses and Sins. cs dt j n1 vmb dt n1 n1; av d n1, np1 crd crd pn22 vbdr j p-acp n2 cc n2. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 258 Page 147
1713 So that as long as it abides on him, he cannot at all answer the end of his Creation. So that as long as it abides on him, he cannot At all answer the end of his Creation. av cst c-acp av-j c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp pno31, pns31 vmbx p-acp d n1 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 258 Page 148
1714 3. Nothing else can do it for you but this Fountain. There is a sufficiency of vertue in it for this end; 3. Nothing Else can do it for you but this Fountain. There is a sufficiency of virtue in it for this end; crd np1 av vmb vdi pn31 p-acp pn22 p-acp d n1. pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31 p-acp d n1; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 259 Page 148
1715 God provided it for this very purpose, and he doth nothing in vain: it therefore never failed of producing this effect, where it was savingly applied. God provided it for this very purpose, and he does nothing in vain: it Therefore never failed of producing this Effect, where it was savingly applied. np1 vvd pn31 p-acp d j n1, cc pns31 vdz pix p-acp j: pn31 av av vvn pp-f vvg d n1, c-crq pn31 vbds av-vvg vvn. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 259 Page 148
1716 But except you repair hither, all your other attempts will prove lost labour: But except you repair hither, all your other attempts will prove lost labour: cc-acp c-acp pn22 vvb av, d po22 j-jn n2 vmb vvi j-vvn n1: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 259 Page 148
1717 this Salvation is no where else to be had, Acts 4. 12. There is nothing else that can expiate the Guilt of sin, this Salvation is no where Else to be had, Acts 4. 12. There is nothing Else that can expiate the Gilded of since, d n1 vbz dx c-crq av pc-acp vbi vhn, n2 crd crd pc-acp vbz pix av cst vmb vvi dt j-vvn pp-f n1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 259 Page 148
1718 or make atonement to the Justice of God for the remission of it, but this one Sacrifice of Christ: or make atonement to the justice of God for the remission of it, but this one Sacrifice of christ: cc vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc-acp d crd n1 pp-f np1: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 259 Page 148
1719 thousands of rams will not procure it, God therefore blows upon them with contempt, Mic. 6. 6, 7, 8. Nor will all the waters of Abana and Pharpar cleanse this Leprosy; it is only the Blood of Christ is cleansing, thousands of rams will not procure it, God Therefore blows upon them with contempt, Mic. 6. 6, 7, 8. Nor will all the waters of Abana and Pharpar cleanse this Leprosy; it is only the Blood of christ is cleansing, crd pp-f ng1 vmb xx vvi pn31, np1 av vvz p-acp pno32 p-acp n1, np1 crd crd, crd, crd ccx vmb d dt n2 pp-f np1 cc np1 vvb d n1; pn31 vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvg, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 259 Page 148
1720 and that Blood doth cleanse from all sin, 1 Joh 1. 7. 4. Except it be applied to you it will not have this saving efficacy. and that Blood does cleanse from all since, 1 John 1. 7. 4. Except it be applied to you it will not have this Saving efficacy. cc cst n1 vdz vvi p-acp d n1, crd np1 crd crd crd c-acp pn31 vbb vvn p-acp pn22 pn31 vmb xx vhi d vvg n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 259 Page 148
1721 Christ doth not profit all ▪ although his vertue be sufficient, yet all are not pardoned and healed by him: christ does not profit all ▪ although his virtue be sufficient, yet all Are not pardoned and healed by him: np1 vdz xx vvi d ▪ cs po31 n1 vbb j, av d vbr xx vvn cc vvn p-acp pno31: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 260 Page 148
1722 there are multitudes that perish in their sins notwithstanding; and that not only of those to whom he was never revealed in the Gospel, there Are Multitudes that perish in their Sins notwithstanding; and that not only of those to whom he was never revealed in the Gospel, a-acp vbr n2 cst vvb p-acp po32 n2 a-acp; cc cst xx av-j pp-f d p-acp ro-crq pns31 vbds av-x vvn p-acp dt n1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 260 Page 148
1723 but of such also, who have been told of, and invited to come to him: but of such also, who have been told of, and invited to come to him: cc-acp pp-f d av, r-crq vhb vbn vvn pp-f, cc vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 260 Page 148
1724 and whence is this, but because application hath not been made of him to them for this end? Sinners that are outwardly called, perish as well as others, and whence is this, but Because application hath not been made of him to them for this end? Sinners that Are outwardly called, perish as well as Others, cc q-crq vbz d, cc-acp c-acp n1 vhz xx vbn vvn pp-f pno31 p-acp pno32 p-acp d n1? n2 cst vbr av-j vvd, vvb a-acp av c-acp n2-jn, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 260 Page 149
1725 and the reason • because they do not answer the Call, and come to the waters, the threatning is therefore declared against such, Prov. 1. 24. &c. Because I have called and ye refused, &c. I will also laugh at your calamity, and the reason • Because they do not answer the Call, and come to the waters, the threatening is Therefore declared against such, Curae 1. 24. etc. Because I have called and you refused, etc. I will also laugh At your calamity, cc dt n1 • c-acp pns32 vdb xx vvi dt n1, cc vvb p-acp dt n2, dt j-vvg vbz av vvn p-acp d, np1 crd crd av p-acp pns11 vhb vvn cc pn22 vvd, av pns11 vmb av vvi p-acp po22 n1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 260 Page 149
1726 and mock when your fear 〈 ◊ 〉, &c. 5. Till then you know that he hath been thus applied to you, your condition must needs be dubious. and mock when your Fear 〈 ◊ 〉, etc. 5. Till then you know that he hath been thus applied to you, your condition must needs be dubious. cc vvb c-crq po22 vvb 〈 sy 〉, av crd c-acp av pn22 vvb cst pns31 vhz vbn av vvn p-acp pn22, po22 n1 vmb av vbi j. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 260 Page 149
1727 It is from the work of Application that we ••e to fetch our evidence of our safe estate. It is from the work of Application that we ••e to fetch our evidence of our safe estate. pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cst pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi po12 n1 pp-f po12 j n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 261 Page 149
1728 It is not enough that there is a Christ, and that he is a Fountain of Salvation, It is not enough that there is a christ, and that he is a Fountain of Salvation, pn31 vbz xx av-d cst pc-acp vbz dt np1, cc cst pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 261 Page 149
1729 but is he ••rs? for this reason Professors are put upon it to prove and try themselves; but is he ••rs? for this reason Professors Are put upon it to prove and try themselves; cc-acp vbz pns31 j? p-acp d n1 n2 vbr vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp vvb cc vvb px32; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 261 Page 149
1730 and the enquiry is not, whether there be such a Fountain, and there be a fulness in it, and the enquiry is not, whither there be such a Fountain, and there be a fullness in it, cc dt n1 vbz xx, cs pc-acp vbb d dt n1, cc pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp pn31, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 261 Page 149
1731 but whether Christ be in us, 2 Cor. 13. 5. Know ye not your own selves, but whither christ be in us, 2 Cor. 13. 5. Know you not your own selves, cc-acp cs np1 vbb p-acp pno12, crd np1 crd crd vvb pn22 xx po22 d n2, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 261 Page 149
1732 how that Christ is in you, except ye be Reprobates? And hence we have such an expression, Col. 1. 27. Christ in you the hope of Glory. how that christ is in you, except you be Reprobates? And hence we have such an expression, Col. 1. 27. christ in you the hope of Glory. c-crq d np1 vbz p-acp pn22, c-acp pn22 vbb n2-jn? cc av pns12 vhb d dt n1, np1 crd crd np1 p-acp pn22 dt n1 pp-f n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 261 Page 149
1733 And though, if the thing be so, your state is out of danger, yet till you know that it is so, you cannot enjoy inward quiet or satisfaction. And though, if the thing be so, your state is out of danger, yet till you know that it is so, you cannot enjoy inward quiet or satisfaction. cc cs, cs dt n1 vbb av, po22 n1 vbz av pp-f n1, av c-acp pn22 vvb cst pn31 vbz av, pn22 vmbx vvi j j-jn cc n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 261 Page 149
1734 6. There are many who cheat themselves with false hopes on this account. 6. There Are many who cheat themselves with false hope's on this account. crd pc-acp vbr d r-crq vvb px32 p-acp j n2 p-acp d n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 262 Page 149
1735 The natural security in sinful man, makes him ready to take easy satisfaction about his good estate; The natural security in sinful man, makes him ready to take easy satisfaction about his good estate; dt j n1 p-acp j n1, vvz pno31 j pc-acp vvi j n1 p-acp po31 j n1; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 262 Page 149
1736 and the delusions of Satan, and the false reports of a carnal mind, and the fair shews which there are in a common work of the Spirit, a• snares which they are entangled by: and the delusions of Satan, and the false reports of a carnal mind, and the fair shows which there Are in a Common work of the Spirit, a• snares which they Are entangled by: cc dt n2 pp-f np1, cc dt j n2 pp-f dt j n1, cc dt j vvz r-crq pc-acp vbr p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, n1 n2 r-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 262 Page 150
1737 there • upon this account great need to be cautione• against rash presumption, lest otherwise you labour of a pernicious mistake; there • upon this account great need to be cautione• against rash presumption, lest otherwise you labour of a pernicious mistake; a-acp • p-acp d n1 j n1 pc-acp vbi n1 p-acp j n1, cs av pn22 vvb pp-f dt j n1; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 262 Page 150
1738 thus the Apostle to them, 1 Cor. 6. 9. Be not deceived. thus the Apostle to them, 1 Cor. 6. 9. Be not deceived. av dt n1 p-acp pno32, crd np1 crd crd vbb xx vvn. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 262 Page 150
1739 7. The Doctrine in hand affords you a sure Rule of Trial. Whatsoever difference there may be, in the manner or degree of mourning, o• of the impressions which are made on th• Conscience, by the Terrors of the Lord; yet ▪ when God makes the Gospel effectual for the application of the vertue of this Fountain to a Sinner, he always gives a Spirit of Mourning and Prayer; 7. The Doctrine in hand affords you a sure Rule of Trial. Whatsoever difference there may be, in the manner or degree of mourning, o• of the impressions which Are made on th• Conscience, by the Terrors of the Lord; yet ▪ when God makes the Gospel effectual for the application of the virtue of this Fountain to a Sinner, he always gives a Spirit of Mourning and Prayer; crd dt n1 p-acp n1 vvz pn22 dt j n1 pp-f np1 r-crq n1 a-acp vmb vbi, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, n1 pp-f dt n2 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp n1 n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1; av ▪ q-crq np1 vvz dt n1 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 av vvz dt n1 pp-f vvg cc n1; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 263 Page 150
1740 i. e. He gives Grace to mourn and pray after a Godly manner: i. e. He gives Grace to mourn and pray After a Godly manner: sy. sy. pns31 vvz n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp dt j n1: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 263 Page 150
1741 If therefore you can discover this to be in you, and are not mistaken about it, you have an evidence that will not deceive you. If Therefore you can discover this to be in you, and Are not mistaken about it, you have an evidence that will not deceive you. cs av pn22 vmb vvi d pc-acp vbi p-acp pn22, cc vbr xx vvn p-acp pn31, pn22 vhb dt n1 cst vmb xx vvi pn22. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 263 Page 150
1742 Put your selves then upon the trial of them severally, and that by such Rules as follow. Put your selves then upon the trial of them severally, and that by such Rules as follow. vvb po22 n2 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32 av-j, cc cst p-acp d n2 c-acp vvb. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 263 Page 150
1743 1. Hath God poured upon you a Spirit of mourning for Sin? have you received the Grace of God by sorrow? And for proof of this, 1. Hath God poured upon you a Spirit of mourning for since? have you received the Grace of God by sorrow? And for proof of this, crd vhz np1 vvn p-acp pn22 dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1? vhb pn22 vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1? cc p-acp n1 pp-f d, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 264 Page 150
1744 1. Did you ever mourn at all for Sin? if not, this Trial is resolved at once. 1. Did you ever mourn At all for since? if not, this Trial is resolved At once. crd vdd pn22 av vvi p-acp d c-acp n1? cs xx, d n1 vbz vvn p-acp a-acp. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 265 Page 150
1745 He that never mourned for sin, did never partake in the saving vertue of this fountain: He that never mourned for since, did never partake in the Saving virtue of this fountain: pns31 cst av-x vvd p-acp n1, vdd av-x vvi p-acp dt vvg n1 pp-f d n1: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 265 Page 150
1746 and it is to be feared that a great many forward Professors will fall at this first Trial. There are many that build high, and it is to be feared that a great many forward Professors will fallen At this First Trial. There Are many that built high, cc pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn cst dt j d j n2 vmb vvi p-acp d ord np1 pc-acp vbr d cst vvi j, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 265 Page 151
1747 but did never dig for a foun•tion. but did never dig for a foun•tion. cc-acp vdd av-x vvi p-acp dt n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 265 Page 151
1748 The stony ground hearers Religion •egins with joy, as, Mat. 13. 20. He heareth •e word, The stony ground hearers Religion •egins with joy, as, Mathew 13. 20. He hears •e word, dt j n1 n2 n1 vvz p-acp n1, c-acp, np1 crd crd pns31 vvz j n1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 265 Page 151
1749 and anon with joy receiveth it. and anon with joy receives it. cc av p-acp n1 vvz pn31. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 265 Page 151
1750 It may •e you have mourned for the fruits of sin, for •our outward losses, bereavements, reproach•s, pains, &c. but it hath not been the Sin that procured them, It may •e you have mourned for the fruits of since, for •our outward losses, bereavements, reproach•s, pains, etc. but it hath not been the since that procured them, pn31 vmb vvi pn22 vhb vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 j n2, n2, n2, n2, av p-acp pn31 vhz xx vbn dt n1 cst vvd pno32, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 265 Page 151
1751 but the things themselves •hat stirred up your sorrow: but the things themselves •hat stirred up your sorrow: cc-acp dt n2 px32 av vvd a-acp po22 n1: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 265 Page 151
1752 and if the Sin it •elf was not bitter to you, you never repaired •o the Grace of Christ to take it away. and if the since it •elf was not bitter to you, you never repaired •o the Grace of christ to take it away. cc cs dt n1 pn31 n1 vbds xx j p-acp pn22, pn22 av-x vvd av dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi pn31 av. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 265 Page 151
1753 2. Have you mourned after a Godly sort? It may be you have been touched with remor•es of Conscience, 2. Have you mourned After a Godly sort? It may be you have been touched with remor•es of Conscience, crd vhb pn22 vvn p-acp dt j n1? pn31 vmb vbi pn22 vhb vbn vvn p-acp n2 pp-f n1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 266 Page 151
1754 & Sin hath been set home upon you with terror: & since hath been Set home upon you with terror: cc n1 vhz vbn vvn av-an p-acp pn22 p-acp n1: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 266 Page 151
1755 but that may be, and yet be only a part of the punishment of Sin in this life: but that may be, and yet be only a part of the punishment of since in this life: cc-acp d vmb vbi, cc av vbi av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 266 Page 151
1756 there is therefore a double sorrow for sin, Godly and Worldly: 2 Cor. 7. 10. And is yours a Godly one? Try it by these things. there is Therefore a double sorrow for since, Godly and Worldly: 2 Cor. 7. 10. And is yours a Godly one? Try it by these things. pc-acp vbz av dt j-jn n1 p-acp n1, j cc j: crd np1 crd crd cc vbz png22 dt j pi? vvb pn31 p-acp d n2. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 266 Page 151
1757 1. Have you ever felt the bitterness of Sin it self? Many an one finds sorrow by his sins, 1. Have you ever felt the bitterness of since it self? Many an one finds sorrow by his Sins, crd vhb pn22 av vvd dt n1 pp-f n1 pn31 n1? d dt pi vvz n1 p-acp po31 n2, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 267 Page 151
1758 and is forced to acknowledge that his Sin hath brought it upon him, who yet is not led by it to see and believe that Sin is in its own nature so vile and evil as to be odious. and is forced to acknowledge that his since hath brought it upon him, who yet is not led by it to see and believe that since is in its own nature so vile and evil as to be odious. cc vbz vvn pc-acp vvi cst po31 n1 vhz vvn pn31 p-acp pno31, r-crq av vbz xx vvn p-acp pn31 pc-acp vvi cc vvi d n1 vbz p-acp po31 d n1 av j cc j-jn c-acp pc-acp vbi j. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 267 Page 151
1759 It may be he only reads it in the Law, and he sees that God will maintain his own Law; It may be he only reads it in the Law, and he sees that God will maintain his own Law; pn31 vmb vbi pns31 av-j vvz pn31 p-acp dt n1, cc pns31 vvz cst np1 vmb vvi po31 d n1; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 267 Page 151
1760 but mean while he lays the blame, not on the sin that procured his sorrow, but on the Law that had such a Sanction in it: but mean while he lays the blame, not on the since that procured his sorrow, but on the Law that had such a Sanction in it: cc-acp vvb cs pns31 vvz dt n1, xx p-acp dt n1 cst vvd po31 n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 cst vhd d dt n1 p-acp pn31: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 267 Page 151
1761 and he is therefore sorry for his sin, only because he is sorry that there is such a Law, that will not suffer him to si• with impunity: and he is Therefore sorry for his since, only Because he is sorry that there is such a Law, that will not suffer him to si• with impunity: cc pns31 vbz av j p-acp po31 n1, av-j c-acp pns31 vbz j cst pc-acp vbz d dt n1, cst vmb xx vvi pno31 p-acp n1 p-acp n1: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 267 Page 152
1762 this is no Godly Sorrow: it •• not acted by Humility, but by pride an• prejudice; this is no Godly Sorrow: it •• not acted by Humility, but by pride an• prejudice; d vbz dx j n1: pn31 •• xx vvn p-acp n1, cc-acp p-acp n1 n1 n1; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 267 Page 152
1763 and he saith as they, Ezek. 33. 10 ▪ If our transgressions and our sins be upon us, an• we pine away in them, and he Says as they, Ezekiel 33. 10 ▪ If our transgressions and our Sins be upon us, an• we pine away in them, cc pns31 vvz c-acp pns32, np1 crd crd ▪ cs po12 n2 cc po12 n2 vbb p-acp pno12, n1 pns12 vvb av p-acp pno32, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 267 Page 152
1764 how shall we then live? how shall we then live? q-crq vmb pns12 av vvi? (9) doctrine (DIV2) 267 Page 152
1765 2. Have you been deeply oppressed with the burden of siri, so as thereby to be made weary of it? Though God improves the troubles and mischiefs procured by Sin, to bring us to see the evil of it, 2. Have you been deeply oppressed with the burden of siri, so as thereby to be made weary of it? Though God improves the Troubles and mischiefs procured by since, to bring us to see the evil of it, crd vhb pn22 vbn av-jn vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f fw-la, av c-acp av pc-acp vbi vvn j pp-f pn31? cs np1 vvz dt n2 cc n2 vvn p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi dt n-jn pp-f pn31, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 268 Page 152
1766 and cry out by reason of th• bitterness there is in it, yet in a kindly mourning, sin it self is made to be a burden that we cannot tell how to bear, and cry out by reason of th• bitterness there is in it, yet in a kindly mourning, sin it self is made to be a burden that we cannot tell how to bear, cc vvb av p-acp n1 pp-f n1 n1 a-acp vbz p-acp pn31, av p-acp dt j n1, vvb pn31 n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1 cst pns12 vmbx vvi c-crq pc-acp vvi, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 268 Page 152
1767 and hereupon we long to be rid of it, and earnestly seek after a freedom from it; and hereupon we long to be rid of it, and earnestly seek After a freedom from it; cc av pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f pn31, cc av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn31; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 268 Page 152
1768 thus it was with Paul, Rom. 7 24. Oh wretche• man that I am, wh• shall deliver the from the body of this death? We seek a par•••, thus it was with Paul, Rom. 7 24. O wretche• man that I am, wh• shall deliver thee from the body of this death? We seek a par•••, av pn31 vbds p-acp np1, np1 crd crd uh n1 n1 cst pns11 vbm, n1 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1? pns12 vvb dt n1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 268 Page 152
1769 for we are undone without it: for we Are undone without it: c-acp pns12 vbr vvn p-acp pn31: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 268 Page 152
1770 but we •eek the death of Sin too, nor can we be at quie• but in the assurance and experience of the beginning of it in us, but we •eek the death of since too, nor can we be At quie• but in the assurance and experience of the beginning of it in us, cc-acp pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 av, ccx vmb pns12 vbi p-acp n1 cc-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp pno12, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 268 Page 152
1771 and a comfortable perswa••on that it will ere long be wholly destroyed: and a comfortable perswa••on that it will ere long be wholly destroyed: cc dt j n1 cst pn31 vmb p-acp av-j vbi av-jn vvn: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 268 Page 152
1772 hence that groan of his, Psal ▪ 38. 4. Mine iniquities are gone over mine hea•, hence that groan of his, Psalm ▪ 38. 4. Mine iniquities Are gone over mine hea•, av cst n1 pp-f png31, np1 ▪ crd crd dt n2 vbr vvn p-acp po11 n1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 268 Page 152
1773 as an heavy burden they are too heavy for me. as an heavy burden they Are too heavy for me. c-acp dt j n1 pns32 vbr av j c-acp pno11. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 268 Page 152
1774 3. Hath your mourning reached to, and fined upon the sin of your nature? It is not enough to have bewailed this or that particular actual Sin, 3. Hath your mourning reached to, and fined upon the since of your nature? It is not enough to have bewailed this or that particular actual since, crd vhz po22 n1 vvd p-acp, cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n1? pn31 vbz xx av-d pc-acp vhi vvn d cc d j j n1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 269 Page 152
1775 although God usually makes the conviction •f, and the sorrow for such, to be leading to •he other: although God usually makes the conviction •f, and the sorrow for such, to be leading to •he other: cs np1 av-j vvz dt n1 n1, cc dt n1 p-acp d, pc-acp vbi vvg pc-acp vvi n-jn: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 269 Page 153
1776 but he that hath truly mourned for Sin, hath been led up from thence to the fountain of corruption which is within, but he that hath truly mourned for since, hath been led up from thence to the fountain of corruption which is within, cc-acp pns31 cst vhz av-j vvn p-acp n1, vhz vbn vvn a-acp p-acp av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vbz a-acp, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 269 Page 153
1777 and that hath driven him to seek after the Fountain of Grace which is in Christ: and that hath driven him to seek After the Fountain of Grace which is in christ: cc cst vhz vvn pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vbz p-acp np1: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 269 Page 153
1778 and always true mourning ceaseth not, till it cometh hither, and lays out its greatest lamentations here: and always true mourning ceases not, till it comes hither, and lays out its greatest lamentations Here: cc av j n1 vvz xx, c-acp pn31 vvz av, cc vvz av po31 js n2 av: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 269 Page 153
1779 thus it did in David, in the forecited, Psal. 51. 5. And in the Church, Isa. 64. 6. We are all as an unclean thing; thus it did in David, in the forecited, Psalm 51. 5. And in the Church, Isaiah 64. 6. We Are all as an unclean thing; av pn31 vdd p-acp np1, p-acp dt j, np1 crd crd cc p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd pns12 vbr d c-acp dt j n1; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 269 Page 153
1780 and in Paul, Rom. 7. 21. I find a law, that when I would do good, evil is present with me ▪ and in Paul, Rom. 7. 21. I find a law, that when I would do good, evil is present with me ▪ cc p-acp np1, np1 crd crd pns11 vvb dt n1, cst c-crq pns11 vmd vdi j, j-jn vbz j p-acp pno11 ▪ (9) doctrine (DIV2) 269 Page 153
1781 4. Hath this sorrow wrought in you unto a true Repentance from Sin? Repentance is one of the saving works of the Spirit wrought in Application: and wherever Christ is communicated to any as a fountain of Grace, there will be this effect of it. 4. Hath this sorrow wrought in you unto a true Repentance from since? Repentance is one of the Saving works of the Spirit wrought in Application: and wherever christ is communicated to any as a fountain of Grace, there will be this Effect of it. crd vhz d n1 vvn p-acp pn22 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n1? n1 vbz pi pp-f dt j-vvg n2 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp n1: cc c-crq np1 vbz vvn p-acp d c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vmb vbi d n1 pp-f pn31. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 270 Page 153
1782 Now Godly Sorrow is an ingredient of this Repentance, and therefore if it be right, it will ever accompany such a thing. Now Godly Sorrow is an ingredient of this Repentance, and Therefore if it be right, it will ever accompany such a thing. av j n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc av cs pn31 vbb j-jn, pn31 vmb av vvi d dt n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 270 Page 153
1783 Repentance is a cordial turning from Sin to God: Sorrow for sin is that which helps and promoves this turning, if it be kindly; Repentance is a cordial turning from since to God: Sorrow for since is that which helps and promoves this turning, if it be kindly; n1 vbz dt j vvg p-acp n1 p-acp np1: n1 p-acp n1 vbz d r-crq vvz cc vvz d vvg, cs pn31 vbb j; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 270 Page 153
1784 for it is a separating Affection, and as it derives from hatred of that which procures our trouble, for it is a separating Affection, and as it derives from hatred of that which procures our trouble, p-acp pn31 vbz dt n-vvg n1, cc c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp n1 pp-f d r-crq vvz po12 n1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 270 Page 153
1785 so it will express it, in carrying us away from it; so it will express it, in carrying us away from it; av pn31 vmb vvi pn31, p-acp vvg pno12 av p-acp pn31; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 270 Page 153
1786 hence that, 2 Cor. 7. 9. Ye sorrowed to Repentance, for ye were made sorry after a godly manner. hence that, 2 Cor. 7. 9. You sorrowed to Repentance, for you were made sorry After a godly manner. av cst, crd np1 crd crd pn22 vvd p-acp n1, c-acp pn22 vbdr vvn j p-acp dt j n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 270 Page 153
1787 I• then ye have mourned never so bitterly for Sin, yet if you have not reached to such a Repentance, it hath not been right, I• then you have mourned never so bitterly for since, yet if you have not reached to such a Repentance, it hath not been right, n1 cs pn22 vhb vvn av-x av av-j p-acp n1, av cs pn22 vhb xx vvn p-acp d dt n1, pn31 vhz xx vbn j-jn, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 270 Page 154
1788 nor will it evidence your being in Christ. nor will it evidence your being in christ. ccx vmb pn31 n1 po22 n1 p-acp np1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 270 Page 154
1789 5. Hath this sorrow kindled in you an universal hatred of Sin? When God embitters sin to us, it is to make us to loath it; 5. Hath this sorrow kindled in you an universal hatred of since? When God embitters since to us, it is to make us to loath it; crd vhz d n1 vvn p-acp pn22 dt j n1 pp-f n1? c-crq np1 vvz n1 p-acp pno12, pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi pn31; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 271 Page 154
1790 and if this hatred be of the right stamp, it will not only be against that one sin that hath done us the present sensible harm, and if this hatred be of the right stamp, it will not only be against that one since that hath done us the present sensible harm, cc cs d n1 vbi pp-f dt j-jn n1, pn31 vmb xx av-j vbi p-acp d crd n1 cst vhz vdn pno12 dt j j n1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 271 Page 154
1791 but all of the kind, but every thing that bears the nature of sin on it; but all of the kind, but every thing that bears the nature of since on it; cc-acp d pp-f dt n1, cc-acp d n1 cst vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 271 Page 154
1792 we can say as he, Psal. 119. 104. I hate every false way. we can say as he, Psalm 119. 104. I hate every false Way. pns12 vmb vvi c-acp pns31, np1 crd crd pns11 vvb d j n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 271 Page 154
1793 And the reason is, because ▪ if we mourned for sin under the consideration of its being sin, we shall be engaged against every other sin, in which we see the same grounds of hatred or detestation. And the reason is, Because ▪ if we mourned for since under the consideration of its being since, we shall be engaged against every other since, in which we see the same grounds of hatred or detestation. cc dt n1 vbz, c-acp ▪ cs pns12 vvd p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 vbg n1, pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d j-jn n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb dt d n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 271 Page 154
1794 He that mourns for one sin, and can in the mean while hug another in his bosome, He that mourns for one since, and can in the mean while hug Another in his bosom, pns31 cst vvz p-acp crd n1, cc vmb p-acp dt j n1 vvi j-jn p-acp po31 n1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 271 Page 154
1795 and dally with it, doth not mourn aright for any. and dally with it, does not mourn aright for any. cc vvi p-acp pn31, vdz xx vvi av p-acp d. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 271 Page 154
1796 6. Hath your sorrow lookt back to the sins of Youth? Where God doth indeed give a spirit of mourning, he will make a thorough work of it, he will lead the Soul into a soaking consideration of all that hath been grievous to his holy spirit; 6. Hath your sorrow looked back to the Sins of Youth? Where God does indeed give a Spirit of mourning, he will make a thorough work of it, he will led the Soul into a soaking consideration of all that hath been grievous to his holy Spirit; crd vhz po22 n1 vvd av p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1? c-crq np1 vdz av vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vmb vvi dt j n1 pp-f pn31, pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp dt vvg n1 pp-f d cst vhz vbn j p-acp po31 j n1; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 272 Page 154
1797 he will bring to mind old sins, & those that had been forgotten before, and embitter them to us, he will bring to mind old Sins, & those that had been forgotten before, and embitter them to us, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n1 j n2, cc d cst vhd vbn vvn a-acp, cc j pno32 p-acp pno12, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 272 Page 154
1798 and the reason is because those sins also must be repented of, for which there must be a suitable sorrow. and the reason is Because those Sins also must be repented of, for which there must be a suitable sorrow. cc dt n1 vbz p-acp d n2 av vmb vbi vvn pp-f, p-acp r-crq a-acp vmb vbi dt j n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 272 Page 154
1799 Time will not wear off the Guilt of any sin, but Christ must cleanse it with his blood, Time will not wear off the Gilded of any since, but christ must cleanse it with his blood, n1 vmb xx vvi a-acp dt j-vvn pp-f d n1, cc-acp np1 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp po31 n1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 272 Page 154
1800 and in order thereto we must carry it to him for cleansing; and we cannot do so aright, but by bemoaning our selves before him for it. and in order thereto we must carry it to him for cleansing; and we cannot do so aright, but by bemoaning our selves before him for it. cc p-acp n1 av pns12 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp pno31 p-acp vvg; cc pns12 vmbx vdi av av, cc-acp p-acp vvg po12 n2 p-acp pno31 c-acp pn31. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 272 Page 155
1801 David therefore in his address to God runs up hither, Psal. 25 7. Remember not the sins of my youth, nor my transgressions. David Therefore in his address to God runs up hither, Psalm 25 7. remember not the Sins of my youth, nor my transgressions. np1 av p-acp po31 vvi p-acp np1 vvz a-acp av, np1 crd crd np1 xx dt n2 pp-f po11 n1, ccx po11 n2. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 272 Page 155
1802 7. Have you in you an habitual frame of spiri••al mourning? Godly sorrow is not a land-flood, that is raised by some storm, 7. Have you in you an habitual frame of spiri••al mourning? Godly sorrow is not a landflood, that is raised by Some storm, crd vhb pn22 p-acp pn22 dt j n1 pp-f j n1? j n1 vbz xx dt n1, cst vbz vvn p-acp d n1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 273 Page 155
1803 and is dried up again soon after that is over, but it is a living spring, it is an habitual Grace in the Soul, and is dried up again soon After that is over, but it is a living spring, it is an habitual Grace in the Soul, cc vbz vvn a-acp av av p-acp d vbz a-acp, cc-acp pn31 vbz dt j-vvg n1, pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 273 Page 155
1804 and for that reason it is called a Spirit of Grace, Chap. 12. 10. And this appears in a constant promptitude to mourn for sin upon every occasion. and for that reason it is called a Spirit of Grace, Chap. 12. 10. And this appears in a constant promptitude to mourn for since upon every occasion. cc p-acp d n1 pn31 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd cc d vvz p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp d n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 273 Page 155
1805 Every sight of sin stirs up this Godly sorrow. Every sighed of since stirs up this Godly sorrow. np1 n1 pp-f n1 vvz a-acp d j n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 273 Page 155
1806 When ever you feel any stirrings of Concupiscence within, it makes you to cry out, Oh wretched man, who shall deliver me, Rom. 7. 24. If at any time you are over taken with any sin, it makes you to groan, When ever you feel any stirrings of Concupiscence within, it makes you to cry out, O wretched man, who shall deliver me, Rom. 7. 24. If At any time you Are over taken with any since, it makes you to groan, c-crq av pn22 vvb d n2 pp-f n1 a-acp, pn31 vvz pn22 pc-acp vvi av, uh j n1, r-crq vmb vvi pno11, np1 crd crd cs p-acp d n1 pn22 vbr a-acp vvn p-acp d n1, pn31 vvz pn22 pc-acp vvi, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 273 Page 155
1807 and bewail your selves, and say as he, Psal. 38. 18. I will declare mine iniquity, I will be sorry for my sin. and bewail your selves, and say as he, Psalm 38. 18. I will declare mine iniquity, I will be sorry for my since. cc vvb po22 n2, cc vvb c-acp pns31, np1 crd crd pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1, pns11 vmb vbi j p-acp po11 n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 273 Page 155
1808 Nay, if you see others to sin, though they commit it without remorse, yet you cannot but mourn for it, Nay, if you see Others to since, though they commit it without remorse, yet you cannot but mourn for it, uh, cs pn22 vvi n2-jn p-acp n1, cs pns32 vvb pn31 p-acp n1, av pn22 vmbx cc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 273 Page 155
1809 as he, Psal. 119. 136. Rivers of waters run down mine eyes, because they keep not thy law. as he, Psalm 119. 136. rivers of waters run down mine eyes, Because they keep not thy law. c-acp pns31, np1 crd crd ng1 pp-f n2 vvn a-acp po11 n2, c-acp pns32 vvb xx po21 n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 273 Page 155
1810 And Verse 158. I beheld the transgressours and was grieved, because they kept not thy word. And Verse 158. I beheld the transgressors and was grieved, Because they kept not thy word. cc n1 crd pns11 vvd dt n2 cc vbds vvn, c-acp pns32 vvd xx po21 n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 273 Page 155
1811 8. Have you been duly affected in particular with the Affronts which you have offered to Jesus Christ? This is specifyed, Chap. 12. 10. They shall look upon me whom they have pierced, 8. Have you been duly affected in particular with the Affronts which you have offered to jesus christ? This is specified, Chap. 12. 10. They shall look upon me whom they have pierced, crd vhb pn22 vbn av-jn vvn p-acp j p-acp dt vvz r-crq pn22 vhb vvn p-acp np1 np1? d vbz vvn, np1 crd crd pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pno11 r-crq pns32 vhb vvn, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 274 Page 156
1812 & they shall mourn for him as one mourneth for his only son, and be in bitterness for him, & they shall mourn for him as one Mourneth for his only son, and be in bitterness for him, cc pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp pi vvz p-acp po31 j n1, cc vbb p-acp n1 p-acp pno31, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 274 Page 156
1813 as one that is i• bitterness for his first born. as one that is i• bitterness for his First born. c-acp pi cst vbz n1 n1 p-acp po31 ord vvn. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 274 Page 156
1814 There is nothing more bitter to one that is truly Converted, than the ill entertainment that he hath given to a Saviour, who came to him, There is nothing more bitter to one that is truly Converted, than the ill entertainment that he hath given to a Saviour, who Come to him, pc-acp vbz pix av-dc j p-acp pi cst vbz av-j vvn, cs dt j-jn n1 cst pns31 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1, r-crq vvd p-acp pno31, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 274 Page 156
1815 and offered himself to be one to him. and offered himself to be one to him. cc vvd px31 pc-acp vbi pi p-acp pno31. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 274 Page 156
1816 It may be you have led a sober life, and cannot charge your selves with the immoralities which others have fallen into: It may be you have led a Sobrium life, and cannot charge your selves with the immoralities which Others have fallen into: pn31 vmb vbi pn22 vhb vvn dt j n1, cc vmbx vvi po22 n2 p-acp dt n2 r-crq n2-jn vhb vvn p-acp: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 274 Page 156
1817 but you have lived under the Calls of the Gospel, and have been many a time invited, but you have lived under the Calls of the Gospel, and have been many a time invited, cc-acp pn22 vhb vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc vhb vbn d dt n1 vvn, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 274 Page 156
1818 and sollicited to come to Christ, to take him for a Saviour; but you have made light of it, neglected him, been content without him; and solicited to come to christ, to take him for a Saviour; but you have made Light of it, neglected him, been content without him; cc vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1; cc-acp pn22 vhb vvn n1 pp-f pn31, vvd pno31, vbn j p-acp pno31; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 274 Page 156
1819 you have often been inwardly striven with by the motions of the Spirit, but you have quenched them, and grieved him thereby: you have often been inwardly striven with by the motions of the Spirit, but you have quenched them, and grieved him thereby: pn22 vhb av vbn av-j vvn p-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp pn22 vhb vvn pno32, cc vvd pno31 av: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 274 Page 156
1820 You have lived in your unbelief and been contented so to do; you have had a low esteem of him, and of his Salvation; You have lived in your unbelief and been contented so to do; you have had a low esteem of him, and of his Salvation; pn22 vhb vvn p-acp po22 n1 cc vbn vvn av pc-acp vdi; pn22 vhb vhn dt j n1 pp-f pno31, cc pp-f po31 n1; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 274 Page 156
1821 you have relied on your own Righteousness, and not submitted to his; you sought him not, would not come to him for life; you have relied on your own Righteousness, and not submitted to his; you sought him not, would not come to him for life; pn22 vhb vvn p-acp po22 d n1, cc xx vvn p-acp png31; pn22 vvd pno31 xx, vmd xx vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp n1; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 274 Page 156
1822 and thus you went on from year to year, till he came to awaken and bring you home to himself Now all these things come to mind, and thus you went on from year to year, till he Come to awaken and bring you home to himself Now all these things come to mind, cc av pn22 vvd a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp n1, c-acp pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn22 av-an p-acp px31 av d d n2 vvb p-acp n1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 274 Page 156
1823 and they carry an emphatical consideration in them to make you vile in your own eyes, and bewail your impenicence. and they carry an emphatical consideration in them to make you vile in your own eyes, and bewail your impenicence. cc pns32 vvb dt j n1 p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi pn22 j p-acp po22 d n2, cc vvb po22 n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 274 Page 156
1824 If ever you looked to Chris• with an eye of faith, it hath been with a mournful eye. If ever you looked to Chris• with an eye of faith, it hath been with a mournful eye. cs av pn22 vvd p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vhz vbn p-acp dt j n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 274 Page 156
1825 2. Have you experienced a spirit of Supplicati•? We observed that it is inseparable from • former: 2. Have you experienced a Spirit of Supplicati•? We observed that it is inseparable from • former: crd vhb pn22 vvn dt n1 pp-f np1? pns12 vvd cst pn31 vbz j p-acp • j: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 275 Page 157
1826 and would you be rightly in•med about this, prove your selves by these •ings. and would you be rightly in•med about this, prove your selves by these •ings. cc vmd pn22 vbb av-jn vvn p-acp d, vvb po22 n2 p-acp d n2. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 275 Page 157
1827 1. Have you found kindled in you a restless •esire to be delivered from Sin? True prayers •e the offering up of our real and cordial de•es unto God; 1. Have you found kindled in you a restless •esire to be Delivered from since? True Prayers •e the offering up of our real and cordial de•es unto God; crd vhb pn22 vvd vvn p-acp pn22 dt j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1? j n2 vvb dt vvg a-acp pp-f po12 j cc j n2 p-acp np1; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 276 Page 157
1828 and hence by discovering the •uth of our desires, we may come to know •hat our Prayers are. and hence by discovering the •uth of our Desires, we may come to know •hat our Prayers Are. cc av p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi av po12 n2 vbr. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 276 Page 157
1829 Now there is none •at prays aright against sin, but he that longs •satiably to be rid of it. Now there is none •at prays aright against since, but he that longs •satiably to be rid of it. av a-acp vbz pix av vvz av p-acp n1, cc-acp pns31 cst vvz av-j pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f pn31. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 276 Page 157
1830 There are many 〈 ◊ 〉 pray to have those miseries removed which •ey undergo for sin; There Are many 〈 ◊ 〉 pray to have those misery's removed which •ey undergo for since; pc-acp vbr d 〈 sy 〉 uh-v pc-acp vhi d n2 vvd r-crq n1 vvb p-acp n1; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 276 Page 157
1831 but this is but Howling, •d not Praying: that is a right expressing of •ur request on this account, Hos. 14. 2. Take •ay all iniquity. but this is but Howling, •d not Praying: that is a right expressing of •ur request on this account, Hos. 14. 2. Take •ay all iniquity. cc-acp d vbz p-acp vvg, vmd xx vvg: cst vbz dt n-jn vvg pp-f n1 n1 p-acp d n1, np1 crd crd vvb av d n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 276 Page 157
1832 But the heart must go with •• which it will never do, till we are weary •• sin, But the heart must go with •• which it will never do, till we Are weary •• since, p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp •• r-crq pn31 vmb av-x vdi, c-acp pns12 vbr j •• n1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 276 Page 157
1833 and the presence of it is an heavy bur•en to us. and the presence of it is an heavy bur•en to us. cc dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz dt j n2 p-acp pno12. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 276 Page 157
1834 2. Have you found that this deliverance is no •here else to be had? The right prayer, which •od hears and accepts, is the prayer of the •edy, the poor, and the destitute, Psal. 102. 17. Christs Office is to Succour him that hath no •elper, Psal. 72. 12. As such therefore he ex•cts that we come, saying as, Hos 14. 3. Ashur all not save us, &c. For in thee the fatherless •leth mercy. 2. Have you found that this deliverance is no •here Else to be had? The right prayer, which •od hears and accepts, is the prayer of the •edy, the poor, and the destitute, Psalm 102. 17. Christ Office is to Succour him that hath no •elper, Psalm 72. 12. As such Therefore he ex•cts that we come, saying as, Hos 14. 3. Ashur all not save us, etc. For in thee the fatherless •leth mercy. crd vhb pn22 vvn cst d n1 vbz dx n1 av pc-acp vbi vhn? dt j-jn n1, r-crq n1 vvz cc vvz, vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt j, cc dt j, np1 crd crd npg1 n1 vbz p-acp vvb pno31 cst vhz dx n1, np1 crd crd p-acp d av pns31 vvz cst pns12 vvb, vvg a-acp, fw-la crd crd np1 d xx vvi pno12, av c-acp p-acp pno21 dt j vvz n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 277 Page 157
1835 And that we may thus pray, it requisite that we have a deep sence imprinted on us, that this is our condition. And that we may thus pray, it requisite that we have a deep sense imprinted on us, that this is our condition. cc cst pns12 vmb av vvi, pn31 j cst pns12 vhb dt j-jn n1 vvn p-acp pno12, cst d vbz po12 n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 277 Page 158
1836 God makes the Soul to despair of any succour from any other hand, he is not only in a pit where ther• is no water, but his eyes fail him, Isa. 41. 17. He finds himself to be engulphed in the waves o• destruction, God makes the Soul to despair of any succour from any other hand, he is not only in a pit where ther• is no water, but his eyes fail him, Isaiah 41. 17. He finds himself to be engulfed in the waves o• destruction, np1 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f d n1 p-acp d j-jn n1, pns31 vbz xx av-j p-acp dt n1 c-crq n1 vbz dx n1, p-acp po31 n2 vvb pno31, np1 crd crd pns31 vvz px31 pc-acp vbi j-vvn p-acp dt n2 n1 n1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 277 Page 158
1837 and cryes out as they when jus• ready to be swallowed up, Math 8. 25. Lord save us, we perish. and cries out as they when jus• ready to be swallowed up, Math 8. 25. Lord save us, we perish. cc vvz av c-acp pns32 r-crq n1 j pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp, np1 crd crd n1 vvb pno12, pns12 vvb. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 277 Page 158
1838 3. Have you been encouraged to go to God I• Prayer for this with hope? A spirit of Supplication is a gracious frame, that is put into the heart by the spirit of God; 3. Have you been encouraged to go to God I• Prayer for this with hope? A Spirit of Supplication is a gracious frame, that is put into the heart by the Spirit of God; crd vhb pn22 vbn vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 n1 n1 p-acp d p-acp n1? dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt j n1, cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 278 Page 158
1839 and there are the Graces that are used in the exerting of it: and there Are the Graces that Are used in the exerting of it: cc pc-acp vbr dt n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 278 Page 158
1840 the principal of these is Faith, and the first stirring of it is usually in Hope; which hope is alway• at work, the principal of these is Faith, and the First stirring of it is usually in Hope; which hope is alway• At work, dt n-jn pp-f d vbz n1, cc dt ord vvg pp-f pn31 vbz av-j p-acp vvb; r-crq n1 vbz n1 p-acp n1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 278 Page 158
1841 and moveth in the genuine prayers o• the people of God. This hope hath not always alike strength in it; and moves in the genuine Prayers o• the people of God. This hope hath not always alike strength in it; cc vvz p-acp dt j n2 n1 dt n1 pp-f np1. d n1 vhz xx av av-j n1 p-acp pn31; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 278 Page 158
1842 but yet it hath tha• degree of it, whereby we are enabled to loo• with some expectation of receiving the good we ask for, at the hands of God. but yet it hath tha• degree of it, whereby we Are enabled to loo• with Some expectation of receiving the good we ask for, At the hands of God. cc-acp av pn31 vhz n1 n1 pp-f pn31, c-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f vvg dt j pns12 vvb p-acp, p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 278 Page 158
1843 In you• distress by reason of sin, you resolved to go to God for help against it; In you• distress by reason of since, you resolved to go to God for help against it; p-acp n1 n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, pn22 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n1 p-acp pn31; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 278 Page 158
1844 and what was it tha• drew out this resolution? was it not an apprehension that Christ was such a •ountain fo• sin, and what was it tha• drew out this resolution? was it not an apprehension that christ was such a •ountain fo• since, cc q-crq vbds pn31 n1 vvd av d n1? vbds pn31 xx dt n1 cst np1 vbds d dt n1 n1 n1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 278 Page 158
1845 and at least a resolve that the thing i• not impossible; and At least a resolve that the thing i• not impossible; cc p-acp ds dt n1 cst dt n1 n1 xx j; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 278 Page 158
1846 thus therefore he argued, J•• 3 9. Who can tell if God will turn and repent, thus Therefore he argued, J•• 3 9. Who can tell if God will turn and Repent, av av pns31 vvd, np1 crd crd q-crq vmb vvi cs np1 vmb vvi cc vvi, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 278 Page 158
1847 & turn away from his fierce anger, that we perish not & turn away from his fierce anger, that we perish not cc vvb av p-acp po31 j n1, cst pns12 vvb xx (9) doctrine (DIV2) 278 Page 158
1848 4. Have you freely confessed your sins in the Aggravations of them? Right con•ession alway• ••ows from a spirit of Prayer. 4. Have you freely confessed your Sins in the Aggravations of them? Right con•ession alway• ••ows from a Spirit of Prayer. crd vhb pn22 av-j vvd po22 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f pno32? j-jn n1 n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 279 Page 159
1849 God expects it, Jer. 3. 13. Only acknowledge thine iniquity, that thou hast transgressed against the Lord thy God, &c. David therefore tells us in what way he went for, God expects it, Jer. 3. 13. Only acknowledge thine iniquity, that thou hast transgressed against the Lord thy God, etc. David Therefore tells us in what Way he went for, np1 vvz pn31, np1 crd crd j vvb po21 n1, cst pns21 vh2 vvn p-acp dt n1 po21 n1, av np1 av vvz pno12 p-acp r-crq n1 pns31 vvd p-acp, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 279 Page 159
1850 and how he obtained a pardon, and the healing of his sins, Psal. 32. 5. I said I will confess my transgressions unto the Lord, and how he obtained a pardon, and the healing of his Sins, Psalm 32. 5. I said I will confess my transgressions unto the Lord, cc c-crq pns31 vvd dt n1, cc dt n-vvg pp-f po31 n2, np1 crd crd pns11 vvd pns11 vmb vvi po11 n2 p-acp dt n1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 279 Page 159
1851 and thou forgavest the iniquity of my sin. And this confession hath been full and free, and without any covers; and thou forgavest the iniquity of my since. And this Confessi hath been full and free, and without any covers; cc pns21 vv2 dt n1 pp-f po11 n1. cc d n1 vhz vbn j cc j, cc p-acp d n2; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 279 Page 159
1852 for he there saith, Mine iniquity have I not hid. for he there Says, Mine iniquity have I not hid. c-acp pns31 a-acp vvz, po11 n1 vhb pns11 xx vvn. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 279 Page 159
1853 It is a false heart that petitions help against sin, and in praying for it pleads excuses and extenuations: It is a false heart that petitions help against since, and in praying for it pleads excuses and extenuations: pn31 vbz dt j n1 cst n2 vvb p-acp n1, cc p-acp vvg p-acp pn31 vvz n2 cc n2: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 279 Page 159
1854 This proceeds from • spirit of bondage, and not from a spirit of Adop•ion. This proceeds from • Spirit of bondage, and not from a Spirit of Adop•ion. d vvz p-acp • n1 pp-f n1, cc xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 279 Page 159
1855 5. Have you humbled your selves to Gods foot in your Prayers to him? A spirit of Prayer is a Soul humbling, a Soul-abasing spirit; 5. Have you humbled your selves to God's foot in your Prayers to him? A Spirit of Prayer is a Soul humbling, a Soul-abasing Spirit; crd vhb pn22 vvn po22 n2 p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp po22 n2 p-acp pno31? dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt n1 vvg, dt j n1; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 280 Page 159
1856 hence that, Psal. 9. 12. He forgetteth not the cry of the humble: and 10. 17. Lord, thou hast heard the desire of the humble: hence that, Psalm 9. 12. He forgetteth not the cry of the humble: and 10. 17. Lord, thou hast herd the desire of the humble: av cst, np1 crd crd pns31 vvz xx dt n1 pp-f dt j: cc crd crd n1, pns21 vh2 vvn dt n1 pp-f dt j: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 280 Page 159
1857 thou wilt prepare their heart, thou wilt cause thine ear to hear. thou wilt prepare their heart, thou wilt cause thine ear to hear. pns21 vm2 vvi po32 n1, pns21 vm2 vvi po21 n1 pc-acp vvi. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 280 Page 159
1858 He that prays as he ought to God, for pardon and acceptance in Christ, is deeply sensible of his great vileness by reason of sin, He that prays as he ought to God, for pardon and acceptance in christ, is deeply sensible of his great vileness by reason of since, pns31 cst vvz c-acp pns31 vmd p-acp np1, p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp np1, vbz av-jn j pp-f po31 j n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 280 Page 159
1859 and of his utter unworthiness of mercy; and of his utter unworthiness of mercy; cc pp-f po31 j n1 pp-f n1; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 280 Page 159
1860 and hence he goes with • rope on his head, and sackcloth on his loyns, i. e. and hence he Goes with • rope on his head, and Sackcloth on his loins, i. e. cc av pns31 vvz p-acp • n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc n1 p-acp po31 n2, uh. sy. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 280 Page 159
1861 He re••gns himself to God, with all the Testimonials of his acknowledging that he hath no dependence on any thing but free Grace; He re••gns himself to God, with all the Testimonials of his acknowledging that he hath no dependence on any thing but free Grace; pns31 vvz px31 p-acp np1, p-acp d dt n2 pp-f po31 vvg d pns31 vhz dx n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp j n1; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 280 Page 159
1862 that he hath nothing of his own, nor can he oblige God, he therefore carries that with him in, Dan. 9. 8. 9. To us belongs confusion of face; that he hath nothing of his own, nor can he oblige God, he Therefore carries that with him in, Dan. 9. 8. 9. To us belongs confusion of face; cst pns31 vhz pix pp-f po31 d, ccx vmb pns31 vvi np1, pns31 av vvz cst p-acp pno31 p-acp, np1 crd crd crd p-acp pno12 vvz n1 pp-f n1; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 280 Page 160
1863 to the Lord our God belong mercies and forgivenesses, And his address is in that form, Psal. 25. 11. For thy name sake O Lord, pardon mine iniquity, for it is great. to the Lord our God belong Mercies and Forgivenesses, And his address is in that from, Psalm 25. 11. For thy name sake Oh Lord, pardon mine iniquity, for it is great. p-acp dt n1 po12 np1 vvi n2 cc n2, cc po31 vvb vbz p-acp d n1, np1 crd crd p-acp po21 n1 n1 uh n1, vvb po11 n1, c-acp pn31 vbz j. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 280 Page 160
1864 6. Have you Prayed for the Purging as well & as earnestly as for Pardon? Doubtless he that knows what it is to be Guilty before God, will be very importunate in asking forgiveness, 6. Have you Prayed for the Purging as well & as earnestly as for Pardon? Doubtless he that knows what it is to be Guilty before God, will be very importunate in asking forgiveness, crd vhb pn22 vvd p-acp dt n-vvg a-acp av cc a-acp av-j c-acp p-acp n1? av-j pns31 cst vvz r-crq pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi j p-acp np1, vmb vbi av j p-acp vvg n1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 281 Page 160
1865 and well he may, for who can stand before Gods ang• But a kindly resentment of Guilt, and well he may, for who can stand before God's ang• But a kindly resentment of Gilded, cc av pns31 vmb, c-acp r-crq vmb vvi p-acp ng1 n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j-vvn, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 281 Page 160
1866 so as to justify God who condemns, will be accompanied with an apprehension of the vileness of sin; so as to justify God who condemns, will be accompanied with an apprehension of the vileness of since; av c-acp pc-acp vvi np1 r-crq vvz, vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 281 Page 160
1867 and that will make us weary of the presence of it, and to loath our selves for it, which will draw out our cryes to have it taken away; and that will make us weary of the presence of it, and to loath our selves for it, which will draw out our cries to have it taken away; cc cst vmb vvi pno12 j pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp pn31, r-crq vmb vvi av po12 n2 pc-acp vhi pn31 vvn av; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 281 Page 160
1868 both these therefore are included in that, Ho•. 14 2. Take away all iniquity. both these Therefore Are included in that, Ho•. 14 2. Take away all iniquity. d d av vbr vvd p-acp d, n1. crd crd vvb av d n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 281 Page 160
1869 7. Are your Prayers importunate, or in good earnest? There are many that pray in good words, 7. are your Prayers importunate, or in good earnest? There Are many that pray in good words, crd vbr po22 n2 j, cc p-acp j n1? pc-acp vbr d cst vvb p-acp j n2, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 282 Page 160
1870 and it may be with much of noise too, and yet not from a Spirit of Supplication: and it may be with much of noise too, and yet not from a Spirit of Supplication: cc pn31 vmb vbi p-acp d pp-f n1 av, cc av xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 282 Page 160
1871 they are not importunate and cordial requests which they put up. they Are not importunate and cordial requests which they put up. pns32 vbr xx j cc j n2 r-crq pns32 vvd a-acp. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 282 Page 160
1872 He that is in earnest, will take no denial, but will press with greatest urgency and resolution: He that is in earnest, will take no denial, but will press with greatest urgency and resolution: pns31 cst vbz p-acp n1, vmb vvi dx n1, cc-acp vmb vvi p-acp js n1 cc n1: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 282 Page 160
1873 One of the Ancients complains of himself, that when he prayed against his Lusts, he was afraid lest God should answer him: One of the Ancients complains of himself, that when he prayed against his Lustiest, he was afraid lest God should answer him: pi pp-f dt n2-j vvz pp-f px31, cst c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp po31 n2, pns31 vbds j cs np1 vmd vvi pno31: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 282 Page 160
1874 this was not from the Spirit of Grace; and if you are in good •arnest, you will watch the answer of your prayers, to see what return there is of them ▪ Psal. 85. 10. I will hear what God the Lord will say. 1•0. 5. My Soul waiteth for the Lord, more than they that watch for the morning: this was not from the Spirit of Grace; and if you Are in good •arnest, you will watch the answer of your Prayers, to see what return there is of them ▪ Psalm 85. 10. I will hear what God the Lord will say. 1•0. 5. My Soul waits for the Lord, more than they that watch for the morning: d vbds xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; cc cs pn22 vbr p-acp j n1, pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, pc-acp vvi r-crq n1 pc-acp vbz pp-f pno32 ▪ np1 crd crd pns11 vmb vvi r-crq np1 dt n1 vmb vvi. j. crd po11 n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, av-dc cs pns32 cst vvb p-acp dt n1: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 282 Page 161
1875 8. Do you persevere in Prayer? As it is the duty of all Gods People so to do, Eph. 6. 18. Praying always, &c. watching thereunto with all perseverance. 8. Do you persevere in Prayer? As it is the duty of all God's People so to do, Ephesians 6. 18. Praying always, etc. watching thereunto with all perseverance. crd vdb pn22 vvi p-acp n1? p-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d ng1 n1 av pc-acp vdi, np1 crd crd vvg av, av vvg av p-acp d n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 283 Page 161
1876 So it is one property of the Spirit of Prayer, and there is a double perseverance to be eyed in this; So it is one property of the Spirit of Prayer, and there is a double perseverance to be eyed in this; av pn31 vbz crd n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pc-acp vbz dt j-jn n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 283 Page 161
1877 you are constant and unwearied in your duty, you pray without ceasing, 1 Thes. 5. 17. You resolve as, Psal. 116 2. I will call upon him as long as I live. you Are constant and unwearied in your duty, you pray without ceasing, 1 Thebes 5. 17. You resolve as, Psalm 116 2. I will call upon him as long as I live. pn22 vbr j cc j p-acp po22 n1, pn22 vvb p-acp vvg, crd np1 crd crd pn22 vvb a-acp, np1 crd crd pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 c-acp av-j c-acp pns11 vvb. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 283 Page 161
1878 And you hold on in it against all that would discourage you. And you hold on in it against all that would discourage you. cc pn22 vvb a-acp p-acp pn31 p-acp d cst vmd vvi pn22. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 283 Page 161
1879 If you have not a present answer according to desire, it doth not beat you off; If you have not a present answer according to desire, it does not beatrice you off; cs pn22 vhb xx dt j n1 vvg pc-acp vvi, pn31 vdz xx vvi pn22 a-acp; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 283 Page 161
1880 but quickens your ardour, and you say as, Isa. 8. 17. I will wait on the Lord, who hideth his face: but quickens your ardour, and you say as, Isaiah 8. 17. I will wait on the Lord, who Hideth his face: cc-acp vvz po22 n1, cc pn22 vvb a-acp, np1 crd crd pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, r-crq vvz po31 n1: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 283 Page 161
1881 If he repulse you, you turn his very repulses into arguments, as that poor woman did, Mat. 15. 25, 26. If he repulse you, you turn his very repulses into Arguments, as that poor woman did, Mathew 15. 25, 26. cs pns31 vvi pn22, pn22 vvb po31 j n2 p-acp n2, c-acp cst j n1 vdd, np1 crd crd, crd (9) doctrine (DIV2) 283 Page 161
1882 9 And doth the sense of sin always drive you to Prayer? Do your Consciences at any time reflect, 9 And does the sense of since always drive you to Prayer? Do your Consciences At any time reflect, crd cc vdz dt n1 pp-f n1 av vvi pn22 p-acp n1? vdb po22 n2 p-acp d n1 vvi, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 284 Page 161
1883 and charge Guilt on you? Doth this always bring you upon your knees, and cause you to pour out your hearts in supplication? Do you find the stirrings of inward Concupiscence, and charge Gilded on you? Does this always bring you upon your knees, and cause you to pour out your hearts in supplication? Do you find the stirrings of inward Concupiscence, cc n1 j-vvn p-acp pn22? vdz d av vvb pn22 p-acp po22 n2, cc vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi av po22 n2 p-acp n1? vdb pn22 vvi dt n2 pp-f j n1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 284 Page 161
1884 and the Law in your members warring against the law of your mind? What course do you take to get it mortified? Is prayer now not neglected? These are the motions of a Spirit of Supplication in a Child of God. and the Law in your members warring against the law of your mind? What course do you take to get it mortified? Is prayer now not neglected? These Are the motions of a Spirit of Supplication in a Child of God. cc dt n1 p-acp po22 n2 j-vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n1? q-crq n1 vdb pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi pn31 vvn? vbz n1 av xx vvn? d vbr dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 284 Page 162
1885 This course we find David is on all occasions taking in the Psalms. USE III. For Exhortation, in several particulars. This course we find David is on all occasions taking in the Psalms. USE III. For Exhortation, in several particulars. d n1 pns12 vvb np1 vbz p-acp d n2 vvg p-acp dt n2. vvb np1. p-acp n1, p-acp j n2-j. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 284 Page 162
1886 1. Let this point awakened Sinners in what way to seek after Christ. 1. Let this point awakened Sinners in what Way to seek After christ. crd vvb d n1 vvn n2 p-acp r-crq n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 286 Page 162
1887 Certainly, when God sets Sin home upon the Conscience of a Sinner, it calls aloud to him to repair to the fountain. Certainly, when God sets since home upon the Conscience of a Sinner, it calls aloud to him to repair to the fountain. av-j, c-crq np1 vvz n1 av-an p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vvz av p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 286 Page 162
1888 And would you go to it, so as to participate in the saving efficacy of it? then, And would you go to it, so as to participate in the Saving efficacy of it? then, cc vmd pn22 vvi p-acp pn31, av c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt vvg n1 pp-f pn31? av, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 286 Page 162
1889 1. Do it mournfully. Dry addresses to God are insignificant things, and will find no acceptance. 1. Do it mournfully. Dry Addresses to God Are insignificant things, and will find no acceptance. crd vdb pn31 av-j. j n2 p-acp np1 vbr j n2, cc vmb vvi dx n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 287 Page 162
1890 Beg of God then to bestow such a Spirit upon you, and labour to express it with all suitable deportment. Beg of God then to bestow such a Spirit upon you, and labour to express it with all suitable deportment. vvb pp-f np1 av pc-acp vvi d dt n1 p-acp pn22, cc n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp d j n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 287 Page 162
1891 Labour therefore to embitter your Sin to your selves, with all the proper considerations that may make it vile, Labour Therefore to embitter your since to your selves, with all the proper considerations that may make it vile, n1 av pc-acp vvi po22 n1 p-acp po22 n2, p-acp d dt j n2 cst vmb vvi pn31 j, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 287 Page 162
1892 and fill you with the deepest sense of your misery by reason of it. and fill you with the Deepest sense of your misery by reason of it. cc vvb pn22 p-acp dt js-jn n1 pp-f po22 n1 p-acp n1 pp-f pn31. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 287 Page 162
1893 This is the only way for you to give God his glory both of his Righteousness in condemning you, This is the only Way for you to give God his glory both of his Righteousness in condemning you, d vbz dt j n1 p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi np1 po31 n1 av-d pp-f po31 n1 p-acp vvg pn22, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 287 Page 162
1894 and his rich mercy in pardoning and healing you. You will never come humbly, unless you come mourning: and his rich mercy in pardoning and healing you. You will never come humbly, unless you come mourning: cc po31 j n1 p-acp vvg cc vvg pn22. pn22 vmb av-x vvi av-j, cs pn22 vvb n1: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 287 Page 162
1895 and this is the way to obtain the blessing from him. God takes distinct notice of this, and he is pleased with it; and this is the Way to obtain the blessing from him. God Takes distinct notice of this, and he is pleased with it; cc d vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pno31. np1 vvz j n1 pp-f d, cc pns31 vbz vvn p-acp pn31; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 287 Page 162
1896 see, Jer. 31. 18, with 20. I have surely heard Ephraim bemoaning himself, &c. Is Ephraim my dear Son? &c. And we find that Christ was anointed purposely for the relief of such, Isa. 61. begin. see, Jer. 31. 18, with 20. I have surely herd Ephraim bemoaning himself, etc. Is Ephraim my dear Son? etc. And we find that christ was anointed purposely for the relief of such, Isaiah 61. begin. vvb, np1 crd crd, p-acp crd pns11 vhb av-j vvn np1 vvg px31, av vbz np1 po11 j-jn n1? av cc pns12 vvb cst np1 vbds vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, np1 crd vvb. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 287 Page 163
1897 2. Do it with Supplications. If ever God giveth you the experience of the vertue of the Fountain in you, 2. Do it with Supplications. If ever God gives you the experience of the virtue of the Fountain in you, crd vdb pn31 p-acp n2. cs av np1 vvz pn22 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pn22, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 288 Page 163
1898 for the taking away of your Sin and Uncleanness, he will make you to pray for it; for the taking away of your since and Uncleanness, he will make you to pray for it; p-acp dt n-vvg av pp-f po22 n1 cc n1, pns31 vmb vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 288 Page 163
1899 he hath said, Ezek. 36. 37. I will be sought to, &c. Seek his face and favour, confess your sins, and keep not silence; he hath said, Ezekiel 36. 37. I will be sought to, etc. Seek his face and favour, confess your Sins, and keep not silence; pns31 vhz vvn, np1 crd crd pns11 vmb vbi vvn p-acp, av vvb po31 n1 cc n1, vvb po22 n2, cc vvb xx n1; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 288 Page 163
1900 seek to him in Christ's name, and present your petition before him: seek to him in Christ's name, and present your petition before him: vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp npg1 n1, cc vvb po22 n1 p-acp pno31: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 288 Page 163
1901 this is the right returning to God, Joel 2. 12. By thus doing you will acknowledge Christ to be the Fountain of Grace, this is the right returning to God, Joel 2. 12. By thus doing you will acknowledge christ to be the Fountain of Grace, d vbz dt n-jn vvg p-acp np1, np1 crd crd p-acp av vdg pn22 vmb vvi np1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n1, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 288 Page 163
1902 when you do seek it of him, and call upon him for it. when you do seek it of him, and call upon him for it. c-crq pn22 vdb vvi pn31 pp-f pno31, cc vvb p-acp pno31 c-acp pn31. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 288 Page 163
1903 And for your encouragement, know it, that if you do indeed thus seek him, you shall find him. If a persecuting Saul prays to him, he observes it, And for your encouragement, know it, that if you do indeed thus seek him, you shall find him. If a persecuting Saul prays to him, he observes it, cc p-acp po22 n1, vvb pn31, cst cs pn22 vdb av av vvb pno31, pn22 vmb vvi pno31. cs dt vvg np1 vvz p-acp pno31, pns31 vvz pn31, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 288 Page 163
1904 and accepts it of him, Acts 9 11. Behold he prayeth. and accepts it of him, Acts 9 11. Behold he Prayeth. cc vvz pn31 pp-f pno31, n2 crd crd vvb pns31 vvz. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 288 Page 163
1905 Yea he hath said, Psal. 50. 15. Call upon me in the day of trouble, I will deliver thee and thou shalt glorify me. Yea he hath said, Psalm 50. 15. Call upon me in the day of trouble, I will deliver thee and thou shalt Glorify me. uh pns31 vhz vvn, np1 crd crd n1 p-acp pno11 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns11 vmb vvi pno21 cc pns21 vm2 vvi pno11. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 288 Page 163
1906 2. Let this stir up mourners to pray. 2. Let this stir up mourners to pray. crd vvb d vvi a-acp n2 pc-acp vvi. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 289 Page 163
1907 Are there any, whose sins are made their burden, and they are in bitterness by reason of them? instead of nourishing despondent and despairing thoughts in you, are there any, whose Sins Are made their burden, and they Are in bitterness by reason of them? instead of nourishing despondent and despairing thoughts in you, vbr pc-acp d, rg-crq n2 vbr vvn po32 n1, cc pns32 vbr p-acp n1 p-acp n1 pp-f pno32? av pp-f vvg j cc j-vvg n2 p-acp pn22, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 289 Page 163
1908 and making you to hide away from God, let it drive you to him, to seek his face and favour, his pity and pardon: and making you to hide away from God, let it drive you to him, to seek his face and favour, his pity and pardon: cc vvg pn22 pc-acp vvi av p-acp np1, vvb pn31 vvi pn22 p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi po31 n1 cc n1, po31 n1 cc n1: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 289 Page 163
1909 let it draw forth that request from you in Psa. 41. 4. Heal my Soul for I have sinned against thee. let it draw forth that request from you in Psa. 41. 4. Heal my Soul for I have sinned against thee. vvb pn31 vvi av d n1 p-acp pn22 p-acp np1 crd crd np1 po11 n1 c-acp pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno21. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 289 Page 163
1910 This is the fittest posture to pray in, and God is ready to hear such in their Souls distress, that cry unto him for his help; This is the Fittest posture to pray in, and God is ready to hear such in their Souls distress, that cry unto him for his help; d vbz dt js n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc np1 vbz j pc-acp vvi d p-acp po32 n2 n1, cst vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 289 Page 164
1911 David puts both together, Psal. 6. 8, 9. The Lord hath heard the voice of my weeping: David puts both together, Psalm 6. 8, 9. The Lord hath herd the voice of my weeping: np1 vvz d av, np1 crd crd, crd dt n1 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f po11 n-vvg: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 289 Page 164
1912 the Lord hath heard my supplication. the Lord hath herd my supplication. dt n1 vhz vvn po11 n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 289 Page 164
1913 It is good to come unto God in such a case, and make an argument of it, It is good to come unto God in such a case, and make an argument of it, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp d dt n1, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 289 Page 164
1914 as he did, Isa. 38. 14. Oh Lord, I am oppressed, undertake for me. 3. Let the Children of God nourish this spirit in them. as he did, Isaiah 38. 14. O Lord, I am oppressed, undertake for me. 3. Let the Children of God nourish this Spirit in them. c-acp pns31 vdd, np1 crd crd uh n1, pns11 vbm vvn, vvb p-acp pno11. crd vvb dt n2 pp-f np1 vvb d n1 p-acp pno32. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 289 Page 164
1915 A Spirit of mourning and of supplication is the proper Evangelical Spirit; A Spirit of mourning and of supplication is the proper Evangelical Spirit; dt n1 pp-f n1 cc pp-f n1 vbz dt j np1 n1; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 290 Page 164
1916 it is therefore one of the properties that belong to them whom Christ hath pronounced blessed, Mat. 5. 4. Blessed are they that mourn, for they shall be comforted. it is Therefore one of the properties that belong to them whom christ hath pronounced blessed, Mathew 5. 4. Blessed Are they that mourn, for they shall be comforted. pn31 vbz av crd pp-f dt n2 cst vvb p-acp pno32 r-crq np1 vhz vvn j-vvn, np1 crd crd j-vvn vbr pns32 cst vvb, c-acp pns32 vmb vbi vvn. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 290 Page 164
1917 Nor is it only proper in our first returning to God, but you will have occasion to use it as long as you live: Nor is it only proper in our First returning to God, but you will have occasion to use it as long as you live: ccx vbz pn31 j j p-acp po12 ord vvg p-acp np1, cc-acp pn22 vmb vhi n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp av-j c-acp pn22 vvb: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 290 Page 164
1918 while you carry about with you a body of death, you will never be without occasion for bitter mourning and lamentation; while you carry about with you a body of death, you will never be without occasion for bitter mourning and lamentation; cs pn22 vvb a-acp p-acp pn22 dt n1 pp-f n1, pn22 vmb av-x vbi p-acp n1 p-acp j n1 cc n1; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 290 Page 164
1919 you will see reason to go softly all your days; you will see reason to go softly all your days; pn22 vmb vvi n1 p-acp vvb av-j d po22 n2; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 290 Page 164
1920 and as long as Sin stirs in you, and leads you into Captivity, you will need the pity and help of God, the vertue and efficacy of the fountain to derive fresh supplies of pardon and healing to you; and as long as since stirs in you, and leads you into Captivity, you will need the pity and help of God, the virtue and efficacy of the fountain to derive fresh supplies of pardon and healing to you; cc c-acp av-j c-acp n1 vvz p-acp pn22, cc vvz pn22 p-acp n1, pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi j n2 pp-f n1 cc vvg p-acp pn22; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 290 Page 164
1921 and therefore prayer is a duty that you cannot do without; and no prayer is acceptable to God, but what proceeds from such a spirit. and Therefore prayer is a duty that you cannot do without; and no prayer is acceptable to God, but what proceeds from such a Spirit. cc av n1 vbz dt n1 cst pn22 vmbx vdi p-acp; cc dx n1 vbz j p-acp np1, cc-acp q-crq vvz p-acp d dt n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 290 Page 164
1922 4. Be we here directed what to pray for, and endeavour to promote in others. 4. Be we Here directed what to pray for, and endeavour to promote in Others. crd vbb pns12 av vvn r-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp n2-jn. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 291 Page 164
1923 We ought to seek and use means for the Salvation of Sinners, and peculiarly for those to whom we are tied by the bonds of near relation; We ought to seek and use means for the Salvation of Sinners, and peculiarly for those to whom we Are tied by the bonds of near Relation; pns12 vmd p-acp vvb cc vvi n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc av-j p-acp d p-acp ro-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n1; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 291 Page 165
1924 and if ever they be saved, they must repair to this fountain for it; and if they so do, and succeed, it must be with mourning and supplication. and if ever they be saved, they must repair to this fountain for it; and if they so do, and succeed, it must be with mourning and supplication. cc cs av pns32 vbb vvn, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp d n1 c-acp pn31; cc cs pns32 av vdb, cc vvi, pn31 vmb vbi p-acp n1 cc n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 291 Page 165
1925 Let us then use means to bring them to this, by shewing them their need, and shewing them where their help is, and how it is alone to be obtained; Let us then use means to bring them to this, by showing them their need, and showing them where their help is, and how it is alone to be obtained; vvb pno12 av vvi n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp d, p-acp vvg pno32 po32 n1, cc vvg pno32 c-crq po32 n1 vbz, cc c-crq pn31 vbz av-j pc-acp vbi vvn; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 291 Page 165
1926 and let us bring them to God, and ask for them this grace: and let us bring them to God, and ask for them this grace: cc vvb pno12 vvi pno32 p-acp np1, cc vvi p-acp pno32 d n1: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 291 Page 165
1927 and if we see them brought into distress, and made to enquire how they may find redress, let us nourish this in them, and if we see them brought into distress, and made to inquire how they may find redress, let us nourish this in them, cc cs pns12 vvb pno32 vvd p-acp n1, cc vvd pc-acp vvi c-crq pns32 vmb vvi n1, vvb pno12 vvi d p-acp pno32, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 291 Page 165
1928 and not go about to suppress or stifle it. and not go about to suppress or stifle it. cc xx vvi a-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 291 Page 165
1929 5. This calls all those on whom God hath poured such a Spirit, to Thankfulness to him for it. 5. This calls all those on whom God hath poured such a Spirit, to Thankfulness to him for it. crd d vvz d d p-acp ro-crq np1 vhz vvn d dt n1, p-acp n1 p-acp pno31 c-acp pn31. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 292 Page 165
1930 Hath God given us truly to mourn and pray by reason of Sin, he hath done us an unconceivable kindness; Hath God given us truly to mourn and pray by reason of since, he hath done us an unconceivable kindness; vhz np1 vvn pno12 av-j pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vhz vdn pno12 dt j n1; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 292 Page 165
1931 there is no greater token of his Everlasting Love; it saith that he hath been laying a foundation for eternal life in us; there is no greater token of his Everlasting Love; it Says that he hath been laying a Foundation for Eternal life in us; pc-acp vbz dx jc n1 pp-f po31 j n1; pn31 vvz cst pns31 vhz vbn vvg dt n1 p-acp j n1 p-acp pno12; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 292 Page 165
1932 these tears, and these cries have solid consolation in them; these tears, and these cries have solid consolation in them; d n2, cc d n2 vhb j n1 p-acp pno32; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 292 Page 165
1933 they are his gift, and he gave them to us that so he might bring us to himself, they Are his gift, and he gave them to us that so he might bring us to himself, pns32 vbr po31 n1, cc pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp pno12 d av pns31 vmd vvi pno12 pc-acp px31, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 292 Page 165
1934 and put us into the way of blessedness. and put us into the Way of blessedness. cc vvb pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 292 Page 165
1935 Let this then be one thing for which we praise him, and let this nourish and strengthen such a frame in us, to consider that eternal joy is secured to it, Let this then be one thing for which we praise him, and let this nourish and strengthen such a frame in us, to Consider that Eternal joy is secured to it, vvb d av vbb crd n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb pno31, cc vvb d vvi cc vvi d dt n1 p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi d j n1 vbz vvn p-acp pn31, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 292 Page 165
1936 for we are assured in, Psal. 126. 5, 6. They that sow in tears, shall reap in joy; for we Are assured in, Psalm 126. 5, 6. They that sow in tears, shall reap in joy; c-acp pns12 vbr vvn p-acp, np1 crd crd, crd pns32 cst vvb p-acp n2, vmb vvi p-acp n1; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 292 Page 166
1937 he that goeth forth and weepeth, bearing precious seed, shall doubtless come again rejoycing, bringing his sheaves with him. FINIS. he that Goes forth and weeps, bearing precious seed, shall doubtless come again rejoicing, bringing his sheaves with him. FINIS. pns31 cst vvz av cc vvz, vvg j n1, vmb av-j vvi av vvg, vvg po31 n2 p-acp pno31. fw-la. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 292 Page 166
1938 Rather than this Page should stand Empty, the Reader may be gratified with the last Clause of Dr. Thomas Goodwin's Exposition of the Revelation: which is as followeth; Rather than this Page should stand Empty, the Reader may be gratified with the last Clause of Dr. Thomas Goodwin's Exposition of the Revelation: which is as follows; av-c cs d n1 vmd vvi j, dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f n1 np1 npg1 n1 pp-f dt n1: r-crq vbz a-acp vvz; (9) doctrine (DIV2) 292 Page 166
1939 AND for the JEWS Call, which is conjunct with this Killing & Rising of the Witnesses: AND for the JEWS Call, which is conjunct with this Killing & Rising of the Witnesses: cc p-acp dt np2 vvb, r-crq vbz j p-acp d vvg cc vvg pp-f dt n2: (9) doctrine (DIV2) 293 Page 166
1940 As it depends not upon ordinary Means to effect it, so there are like to be no Preparations at all unto it, As it depends not upon ordinary Means to Effect it, so there Are like to be no Preparations At all unto it, c-acp pn31 vvz xx p-acp j n2 pc-acp vvi pn31, av a-acp vbr j pc-acp vbi dx n2 p-acp d p-acp pn31, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 293 Page 166
1941 until it comes (as there are not for Things extraordinary) but a Nation shall bring forth in a Day: as the Prophet speaks. until it comes (as there Are not for Things extraordinary) but a nation shall bring forth in a Day: as the Prophet speaks. c-acp pn31 vvz (c-acp a-acp vbr xx p-acp n2 j) cc-acp dt n1 vmb vvi av p-acp dt n1: p-acp dt n1 vvz. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 293 Page 166
1942 And so, in the very Year before it, there will be no more outward Appearrances, And so, in the very Year before it, there will be no more outward Appearrances, cc av, p-acp dt j n1 p-acp pn31, pc-acp vmb vbi dx av-dc j n2, (9) doctrine (DIV2) 293 Page 166
1943 or Probabilities of it, than there are now, or than there have been many hundred Years since. or Probabilities of it, than there Are now, or than there have been many hundred years since. cc n2 pp-f pn31, cs pc-acp vbr av, cc cs pc-acp vhi vbn d crd n2 a-acp. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 293 Page 166
1944 And therefore our Faith need not be put off from this, by the seeing as yet no Stirrings or Motions at all unto it, or towards it. And Therefore our Faith need not be put off from this, by the seeing as yet no Stirrings or Motions At all unto it, or towards it. cc av po12 n1 vvb xx vbi vvn a-acp p-acp d, p-acp dt vvg a-acp av dx n2 cc n2 p-acp d p-acp pn31, cc p-acp pn31. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 293 Page 166
1945 And the Truth is, both the Killing and Rising of the Witnesses, and also the Calling of the JEWS, may fall out sooner than we are aware of. And the Truth is, both the Killing and Rising of the Witnesses, and also the Calling of the JEWS, may fallen out sooner than we Are aware of. cc dt n1 vbz, d dt vvg cc vvg pp-f dt n2, cc av dt vvg pp-f dt np2, vmb vvi av av-c cs pns12 vbr j pp-f. (9) doctrine (DIV2) 293 Page 166
1946 Evangelical Perfection. OR How far the Gospel requires Believers to Aspire after being compleatly Perfect. Evangelical Perfection. OR How Far the Gospel requires Believers to Aspire After being completely Perfect. np1 n1. cc c-crq av-j dt n1 vvz n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp vbg av-j j. (10) part (DIV1) 293 Page 167
1947 As it was Delivered on a Lecture at Boston, on June 10th. 1694. By Samuel Willard, Teacher of a Church in Boston. MATH. V. 48. Be ye therefore perfect, As it was Delivered on a Lecture At Boston, on June 10th. 1694. By Samuel Willard, Teacher of a Church in Boston. MATH. V. 48. Be you Therefore perfect, p-acp pn31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, p-acp np1 ord. crd p-acp np1 np1, n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1. np1. np1 crd vbb pn22 av j, (10) part (DIV1) 293 Page 167
1948 as your Father which is in Heaven is perfect. as your Father which is in Heaven is perfect. c-acp po22 n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1 vbz j. (10) part (DIV1) 293 Page 167
1949 IN this Chapter, with the two following an account is given of the substance or heads of a Sermon which Christ preached to his Disciples, in the audience of a multitude soon after he had called them, The matters contained in this fifth Chapter, may be reduced to three heads. IN this Chapter, with the two following an account is given of the substance or Heads of a Sermon which christ preached to his Disciples, in the audience of a multitude soon After he had called them, The matters contained in this fifth Chapter, may be reduced to three Heads. p-acp d n1, p-acp dt crd vvg dt n1 vbz vvn pp-f dt n1 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 r-crq np1 vvd p-acp po31 n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av c-acp pns31 vhd vvn pno32, dt n2 vvn p-acp d ord n1, vmb vbb vvn p-acp crd n2. (10) part (DIV1) 294 Page 168
1950 [ 1. ] He points the way to true Blessedness, by describing the subjects of it in several distinguishing Characters of them, [ 1. ] He points the Way to true Blessedness, by describing the subject's of it in several distinguishing Characters of them, [ crd ] pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp j n1, p-acp vvg dt n2-jn pp-f pn31 p-acp j j-vvg n2 pp-f pno32, (10) part (DIV1) 294 Page 168
1951 and declaring wherein the• appear to be really happy, Verse 3. to 13 [ 2. ] He lays open the Office and Duty o• such as would approve themselves to be faithful and edifying Ministers of the Gospel, to Verse 17. [ 3. ] He asserts the great usefulness of the Moral Law, under the Gospel, assuring us that his design was not to Abolish, but Establish it; and declaring wherein the• appear to be really happy, Verse 3. to 13 [ 2. ] He lays open the Office and Duty o• such as would approve themselves to be faithful and edifying Ministers of the Gospel, to Verse 17. [ 3. ] He asserts the great usefulness of the Moral Law, under the Gospel, assuring us that his Design was not to Abolah, but Establish it; cc vvg c-crq n1 vvb pc-acp vbi av-j j, vvb crd p-acp crd [ crd ] pns31 vvz av-j dt n1 cc n1 n1 d c-acp vmd vvi px32 pc-acp vbi j cc j-vvg n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp vvb crd [ crd ] pns31 vvz dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1, p-acp dt n1, vvg pno12 cst po31 n1 vbds xx p-acp vvi, p-acp vvb pn31; (10) part (DIV1) 294 Page 168
1952 and thereupon proceeds to Vindicate the true sense of it from the corrupt and false glosses of the Jewish Doctors to the end of the Chapter. and thereupon proceeds to Vindicate the true sense of it from the corrupt and false Glosses of the Jewish Doctors to the end of the Chapter. cc av vvz pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt j cc j n2 pp-f dt jp n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (10) part (DIV1) 294 Page 168
1953 In which he insists upon severa• Articles, which had been more especially depraved by them: In which he insists upon severa• Articles, which had been more especially depraved by them: p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp n1 n2, r-crq vhd vbn av-dc av-j vvn p-acp pno32: (10) part (DIV1) 294 Page 168
1954 and the words of our Text are an Exhortation which he draws from the whole foregoing discourse; and the words of our Text Are an Exhortation which he draws from the Whole foregoing discourse; cc dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 vbr dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt j-jn vvg n1; (10) part (DIV1) 294 Page 168
1955 though I know there are some who needlesly restrain it to the next foregoing duty of expressing our cordial love to our enemies, in opposition to the Doctrine of the Scribes, who taught that we should love our neighbour, and hate our enemy. though I know there Are Some who needlessly restrain it to the next foregoing duty of expressing our cordial love to our enemies, in opposition to the Doctrine of the Scribes, who taught that we should love our neighbour, and hate our enemy. cs pns11 vvb pc-acp vbr d r-crq av-j vvb pn31 p-acp dt ord vvg n1 pp-f vvg po12 j n1 p-acp po12 n2, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, r-crq vvd cst pns12 vmd vvi po12 n1, cc vvb po12 n1. (10) part (DIV1) 294 Page 168
1956 I know the words are expressed in the Future tense; I know the words Are expressed in the Future tense; pns11 vvb dt n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1; (10) part (DIV1) 294 Page 168
1957 Ye shall be perfect; but yet they are no• to b• understood Promissorily, as some do interpret them; You shall be perfect; but yet they Are no• to b• understood Promissorily, as Some do interpret them; pn22 vmb vbi j; p-acp av pns32 vbr n1 p-acp n1 vvd av-j, p-acp d vdb vvi pno32; (10) part (DIV1) 294 Page 168
1958 but Preceptively ▪ as an injunct•on laid upon us. but Preceptively ▪ as an injunct•on laid upon us. cc-acp av-j ▪ a-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp pno12. (10) part (DIV1) 294 Page 168
1959 And we have several like instances in this Chapter; yea & it is frequen• in all languages to use the Future for the Imperative: You shall do thus or so; And we have several like instances in this Chapter; yea & it is frequen• in all languages to use the Future for the Imperative: You shall do thus or so; cc pns12 vhb j j n2 p-acp d n1; uh cc pn31 vbz n1 p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi dt j-jn p-acp dt j: pn22 vmb vdi av cc av; (10) part (DIV1) 294 Page 169
1960 intending, require or command you so to do. intending, require or command you so to do. vvg, vvb cc vvi pn22 av pc-acp vdi. (10) part (DIV1) 294 Page 169
1961 In the words, besides th• Illation, therefore, which refers to the foregoing discourse, there •e two parts: 1. A duty enjoyned; In the words, beside th• Illation, Therefore, which refers to the foregoing discourse, there •e two parts: 1. A duty enjoined; p-acp dt n2, p-acp n1 n1, av, r-crq vvz p-acp dt vvg n1, pc-acp vvi crd n2: crd dt n1 vvd; (10) part (DIV1) 295 Page 169
1962 Be ye perfect. The •bject of this command are Christs Disciples, •rse 1. The thing required is perfection; Be you perfect. The •bject of this command Are Christ Disciples, •rse 1. The thing required is perfection; vbb pn22 j. dt n-jn pp-f d n1 vbr npg1 n2, j crd dt n1 vvn vbz n1; (10) part (DIV1) 296 Page 169
1963 which, what it is, will be afterward consider• which, what it is, will be afterwards consider• r-crq, q-crq pn31 vbz, vmb vbi av n1 (10) part (DIV1) 296 Page 169
1964 2. The Pattern which is set before us to •llow, in our essayes after this perfection; 2. The Pattern which is Set before us to •llow, in our essays After this perfection; crd dt n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi, p-acp po12 n2 p-acp d n1; (10) part (DIV1) 297 Page 169
1965 •• your Father ▪ which is in heaven is perfect. So •at here the Divine perfection is proposed to •• for our imitation; •• your Father ▪ which is in heaven is perfect. So •at Here the Divine perfection is proposed to •• for our imitation; •• po22 n1 ▪ r-crq vbz p-acp n1 vbz j. av j av dt j-jn n1 vbz vvn pc-acp •• c-acp po12 n1; (10) part (DIV1) 297 Page 169
1966 and an argument is used •o urge it from the consideration of that rela•ion which he bears to us, he is our Father in •eaven; and an argument is used •o urge it from the consideration of that rela•ion which he bears to us, he is our Father in •eaven; cc dt n1 vbz vvn av vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pno12, pns31 vbz po12 n1 p-acp n1; (10) part (DIV1) 297 Page 169
1967 and Children are apt to take after •heir Parents. Hence that, 1 Pet. 1. 15, 16. As he which hath called you is holy, and Children Are apt to take After •heir Parents. Hence that, 1 Pet. 1. 15, 16. As he which hath called you is holy, cc n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 n2. av cst, crd np1 crd crd, crd p-acp pns31 r-crq vhz vvn pn22 vbz j, (10) part (DIV1) 297 Page 169
1968 so be ye holy •• all manner of conversation; because it is writ•en, be ye Holy, for I am Holy. so be you holy •• all manner of Conversation; Because it is writ•en, be you Holy, for I am Holy. av vbb pn22 j •• d n1 pp-f n1; c-acp pn31 vbz vvn, vbb pn22 j, c-acp pns11 vbm j. (10) part (DIV1) 297 Page 169
1969 Here is not an •quality intended, but a similitude, together with such a measure as the Creature is capable •f attaining unto: Here is not an •quality intended, but a similitude, together with such a measure as the Creature is capable •f attaining unto: av vbz xx dt n1 vvd, cc-acp dt n1, av p-acp d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz j n1 vvg p-acp: (10) part (DIV1) 297 Page 169
1970 for the greatest perfections •f the most excellent Creatures, are imperfe••ions, compared with God. Nor are all the Divine Perfections here intended: for the greatest perfections •f the most excellent Creatures, Are imperfe••ions, compared with God. Nor Are all the Divine Perfections Here intended: c-acp dt js n2 vvb dt av-ds j n2, vbr n2, vvn p-acp np1. ccx vbr d dt j-jn n2 av vvn: (10) part (DIV1) 297 Page 169
1971 there are •hose that are by Divines called Incommunicable, •hich we are to admire, but not to aspire af•er; there Are •hose that Are by Divines called Incommunicable, •hich we Are to admire, but not to aspire af•er; a-acp vbr vvn cst vbr p-acp n2-jn vvd j, vdb pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi, cc-acp xx pc-acp vvi av; (10) part (DIV1) 297 Page 169
1972 and there are those which are said to be Communicable: Namely, such whereof there may be an Image, o••dark representation i• us; and these a••here aimed at. and there Are those which Are said to be Communicable: Namely, such whereof there may be an Image, o••dark representation i• us; and these a••here aimed At. cc pc-acp vbr d r-crq vbr vvn pc-acp vbi j: av, d c-crq pc-acp vmb vbi dt n1, vvb n1 n1 pno12; cc d av vvn p-acp. (10) part (DIV1) 297 Page 170
1973 These perfections consist in that Holiness and Righteousness whi•• are required in the Moral Law, u•• to which we are enabled by the Sanctificatio• of the Spirit, the Graces whereof in us ar• called, the Image of God; by which we imitate him in his Holiness, These perfections consist in that Holiness and Righteousness whi•• Are required in the Moral Law, u•• to which we Are enabled by the Sanctificatio• of the Spirit, the Graces whereof in us ar• called, the Image of God; by which we imitate him in his Holiness, np1 n2 vvi p-acp d n1 cc n1 n1 vbr vvn p-acp dt j n1, n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt np1 pp-f dt n1, dt n2 c-crq p-acp pno12 n1 vvn, dt n1 pp-f np1; p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb pno31 p-acp po31 n1, (10) part (DIV1) 297 Page 170
1974 and Righteousness ▪ That the Duty here required is Evangelical ▪ therein appears, because Christ enjoyn•th •• on his Disciples, and Righteousness ▪ That the Duty Here required is Evangelical ▪ therein appears, Because christ enjoyn•th •• on his Disciples, cc n1 ▪ cst dt n1 av vvn vbz np1 ▪ av vvz, c-acp np1 vhz •• a-acp po31 n2, (10) part (DIV1) 297 Page 170
1975 and such as can call God then Father, by vertue of the Adoption, which w• are told cometh in upon believing, Gal. 3. 26 ▪ For we are the Children of God, through faith i• Jesus Christ. and such as can call God then Father, by virtue of the Adoption, which w• Are told comes in upon believing, Gal. 3. 26 ▪ For we Are the Children of God, through faith i• jesus christ. cc d c-acp vmb vvi np1 av n1, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq n1 vbr vvn vvz p-acp p-acp vvg, np1 crd crd ▪ c-acp pns12 vbr dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp n1 n1 np1 np1. (10) part (DIV1) 297 Page 170
1976 The only matter of difficulty before us, is to know what is the perfection intended by Christ in this precept, The only matter of difficulty before us, is to know what is the perfection intended by christ in this precept, dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12, vbz pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz dt n1 vvd p-acp np1 p-acp d n1, (10) part (DIV1) 298 Page 170
1977 and which he requiret• and expecteth that all those who approv• themselves to be his Disciples, should be alway• aspiring after ▪ And that which makes it th• more difficult, is because the word is variously used in the Scriptures, and which he requiret• and Expects that all those who approv• themselves to be his Disciples, should be alway• aspiring After ▪ And that which makes it th• more difficult, is Because the word is variously used in the Scriptures, cc r-crq pns31 n1 cc vvz cst d d r-crq n1 px32 pc-acp vbi po31 n2, vmd vbi n1 vvg p-acp ▪ cc cst r-crq vvz pn31 n1 av-dc j, vbz p-acp dt n1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt n2, (10) part (DIV1) 298 Page 170
1978 and differently applie• by Expositors to this Text. The word signifyeth, that which hath attained its end; and differently applie• by Expositors to this Text. The word signifieth, that which hath attained its end; cc av-j n1 p-acp n2 p-acp d np1 dt n1 vvz, cst r-crq vhz vvn po31 n1; (10) part (DIV1) 298 Page 170
1979 and ▪ because when a thing hath so done, it ha•• reached its perfection according to its capacity ▪ it is Metonymically used for it: and ▪ Because when a thing hath so done, it ha•• reached its perfection according to its capacity ▪ it is Metonymically used for it: cc ▪ c-acp c-crq dt n1 vhz av vdn, pn31 n1 vvd po31 n1 vvg p-acp po31 n1 ▪ pn31 vbz av-j vvn p-acp pn31: (10) part (DIV1) 298 Page 170
1980 and so, one tha• is adult, or grown up to his full Stature, is said to be a perfect man, Eph. 4. 13. And the• whose Grace is arrived to its fulness in Glory, are called Just men made perfect, Heb. 12. 23. Divines distinguish perfection into Legal and Evangelical; which is a true distinction, and so, one tha• is adult, or grown up to his full Stature, is said to be a perfect man, Ephesians 4. 13. And the• whose Grace is arrived to its fullness in Glory, Are called Just men made perfect, Hebrew 12. 23. Divines distinguish perfection into Legal and Evangelical; which is a true distinction, cc av, crd n1 vbz n1, cc vvn a-acp p-acp po31 j n1, vbz vvn pc-acp vbi dt j n1, np1 crd crd cc n1 rg-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1, vbr vvn j n2 vvd j, np1 crd crd n2-jn vvb n1 p-acp j cc np1; r-crq vbz dt j n1, (10) part (DIV1) 298 Page 171
1981 if taken in a sound sense, but is war•• to be understood. if taken in a found sense, but is war•• to be understood. cs vvn p-acp dt j n1, cc-acp vbz n1 pc-acp vbi vvn. (10) part (DIV1) 298 Page 171
1982 They tell us also, that there is a perfection of parts, which is called Integrality; and so an infant is a perfect man, They tell us also, that there is a perfection of parts, which is called Integrality; and so an infant is a perfect man, pns32 vvb pno12 av, cst pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n2, r-crq vbz vvn n1; cc av dt n1 vbz dt j n1, (10) part (DIV1) 298 Page 171
1983 because he hath all the parts which belong to that Speci••: and of Degrees, when these parts are compleated, Because he hath all the parts which belong to that Speci••: and of Degrees, when these parts Are completed, c-acp pns31 vhz d dt n2 r-crq vvb p-acp d n1: cc pp-f n2, c-crq d n2 vbr vvd, (10) part (DIV1) 298 Page 171
1984 and come to the just measure which nature aspired unto. and come to the just measure which nature aspired unto. cc vvb p-acp dt j n1 r-crq n1 vvd p-acp. (10) part (DIV1) 298 Page 171
1985 They speak also of a Relative or Comparative perfection, when, though a thing be in it self defective, They speak also of a Relative or Comparative perfection, when, though a thing be in it self defective, pns32 vvb av pp-f dt j cc j n1, c-crq, cs dt n1 vbb p-acp pn31 n1 j, (10) part (DIV1) 298 Page 171
1986 yet when it is compared with another of its own kind, it doth very much exceed or go beyond it; yet when it is compared with Another of its own kind, it does very much exceed or go beyond it; av c-crq pn31 vbz vvn p-acp j-jn pp-f po31 d n1, pn31 vdz av av-d vvi cc vvi p-acp pn31; (10) part (DIV1) 298 Page 171
1987 and that which is Absolute, which is when it is improved to its utmost capacity; and that which is Absolute, which is when it is improved to its utmost capacity; cc cst r-crq vbz j, r-crq vbz c-crq pn31 vbz vvn p-acp po31 j n1; (10) part (DIV1) 298 Page 171
1988 & they observe that perfection is sometimes used for Sincerity, in opposition to Hypocrisy; when a man not only professeth Godliness, & they observe that perfection is sometime used for Sincerity, in opposition to Hypocrisy; when a man not only Professes Godliness, cc pns32 vvb cst n1 vbz av vvn p-acp n1, p-acp n1 p-acp n1; c-crq dt n1 xx av-j vvz n1, (10) part (DIV1) 298 Page 171
1989 but is the man he pretends to be, such an one is sound or perfect, whereas the other is unsound, and so imperfect. but is the man he pretends to be, such an one is found or perfect, whereas the other is unsound, and so imperfect. cc-acp vbz dt n1 pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi, d dt pi vbz j cc j, cs dt n-jn vbz j, cc av j. (10) part (DIV1) 298 Page 171
1990 Now all these distinctions have their foundation in the word of God: Now all these Distinctions have their Foundation in the word of God: av d d n2 vhb po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (10) part (DIV1) 298 Page 171
1991 nor, without distinguishing, can we be able to reconcile those Texts which assert the present perfection of the people of God, nor, without distinguishing, can we be able to reconcile those Texts which assert the present perfection of the people of God, ccx, p-acp vvg, vmb pns12 vbi j pc-acp vvi d n2 r-crq vvb dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (10) part (DIV1) 298 Page 171
1992 even in this life, with those that do deny any here to be perfect; even in this life, with those that do deny any Here to be perfect; av p-acp d n1, p-acp d cst vdb vvi d av pc-acp vbi j; (10) part (DIV1) 298 Page 171
1993 which would else be contradictions, whereas we are assured that the spirit of God doth not contradict himself in his word. which would Else be contradictions, whereas we Are assured that the Spirit of God does not contradict himself in his word. r-crq vmd av vbi n2, cs pns12 vbr vvn cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz xx vvi px31 p-acp po31 n1. (10) part (DIV1) 298 Page 172
1994 Now, though it be ••sily granted on all hands, that Christ •quires Sincerity, or an Upright Heart of •s, Now, though it be ••sily granted on all hands, that christ •quires Sincerity, or an Upright Heart of •s, av, cs pn31 vbb av-j vvn p-acp d n2, cst np1 vvz n1, cc dt av-j n1 pp-f n2, (10) part (DIV1) 298 Page 172
1995 yea and Integrity too, or a 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉 to be expressed to all his Commands; and he will accept of such sincerity and integrity at the hands of his people in these duties which they perform in faith, seeking for their acceptance in Christ: yea and Integrity too, or a 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉 to be expressed to all his Commands; and he will accept of such sincerity and integrity At the hands of his people in these duties which they perform in faith, seeking for their acceptance in christ: uh cc n1 av, cc dt 〈 sy 〉 〈 sy 〉 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d po31 vvz; cc pns31 vmb vvi pp-f d n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp d n2 r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp n1, vvg p-acp po32 n1 p-acp np1: (10) part (DIV1) 298 Page 172
1996 in which respect I suppose, Evangelical Obedien•• doth mainly differ from that which is Lega• and God is pleased with it, when he rejects the other; in which respect I suppose, Evangelical Obedien•• does mainly differ from that which is Lega• and God is pleased with it, when he rejects the other; p-acp r-crq n1 pns11 vvb, np1 np1 vdz av-j vvi p-acp d r-crq vbz np1 cc np1 vbz vvn p-acp pn31, c-crq pns31 vvz dt j-jn; (10) part (DIV1) 298 Page 172
1997 yet, how far, absolute perfection is comprized in the precept here given by Christ, is a matter of doubt and debate among many. yet, how Far, absolute perfection is comprised in the precept Here given by christ, is a matter of doubt and debate among many. av, c-crq av-j, j n1 vbz vvd p-acp dt n1 av vvn p-acp np1, vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc vvi p-acp d. (10) part (DIV1) 298 Page 172
1998 There are, and those not a few, who with greatest confidence do assert, that God doth not expect or require of his people, under the Gospel Covenant, that perfection in their Obedience to him, which he did under the Covenant of Works; but hath abated of the strictness of the Command; There Are, and those not a few, who with greatest confidence doe assert, that God does not expect or require of his people, under the Gospel Covenant, that perfection in their obedience to him, which he did under the Covenant of Works; but hath abated of the strictness of the Command; pc-acp vbr, cc d xx dt d, r-crq p-acp js n1 n1 vvb, cst np1 vdz xx vvi cc vvi pp-f po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 n1, cst n1 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp pno31, r-crq pns31 vdd p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvz; cc-acp vhz vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (10) part (DIV1) 298 Page 172
1999 and if we do our best, there is no more required of us Which assertion, and if we do our best, there is no more required of us Which assertion, cc cs pns12 vdb po12 js, pc-acp vbz dx av-dc vvn pp-f pno12 r-crq n1, (10) part (DIV1) 298 Page 172
2000 though I believe that many who use it, do mean well, and intend nothing else in it than is acknowledged by all the Orthodox; yet it is a very unsafe assertion in the letter of it; though I believe that many who use it, do mean well, and intend nothing Else in it than is acknowledged by all the Orthodox; yet it is a very unsafe assertion in the Letter of it; cs pns11 vvb cst d r-crq vvb pn31, vdb vvi av, cc vvb pix av p-acp pn31 cs vbz vvn p-acp d dt n1; av pn31 vbz dt av j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; (10) part (DIV1) 298 Page 172
2001 and is one foundation on which the Papists do build their Doctrines of mens merits, and works of supererogation; and is one Foundation on which the Papists do built their Doctrines of men's merits, and works of supererogation; cc vbz crd n1 p-acp r-crq dt njp2 vdb vvi po32 n2 pp-f ng2 n2, cc n2 pp-f n1; (10) part (DIV1) 298 Page 172
2002 yea and many Protestants do also introduce that absurd and dangerous notion of making our Obedience to be of the matter of our Justification; yea and many Protestants do also introduce that absurd and dangerous notion of making our obedience to be of the matter of our Justification; uh cc d n2 vdb av vvi cst j cc j n1 pp-f vvg po12 n1 pc-acp vbi pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 n1; (10) part (DIV1) 298 Page 173
2003 because being upon a New Covenant account, we do fulfil the Obedience that is in it required of us, Because being upon a New Covenant account, we do fulfil the obedience that is in it required of us, c-acp vbg p-acp dt j n1 n1, pns12 vdb vvi dt n1 cst vbz p-acp pn31 vvd pp-f pno12, (10) part (DIV1) 298 Page 173
2004 and so, by that Covenant, it bespeaks our Justification: Loose Professors also are hurt by this opinion; and so, by that Covenant, it bespeaks our Justification: Lose Professors also Are hurt by this opinion; cc av, p-acp d n1, pn31 vvz po12 n1: j n2 av vbr vvn p-acp d n1; (10) part (DIV1) 298 Page 173
2005 they think they are sincere, and because of this indulgence, are too negligent in their duty, they think they Are sincere, and Because of this indulgence, Are too negligent in their duty, pns32 vvb pns32 vbr j, cc c-acp pp-f d n1, vbr av j p-acp po32 n1, (10) part (DIV1) 298 Page 173
2006 and fail in that true Repentance, which they ought every day to be in the renewed exercises of; and fail in that true Repentance, which they ought every day to be in the renewed exercises of; cc vvi p-acp d j n1, r-crq pns32 vmd d n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp dt j-vvn n2 pp-f; (10) part (DIV1) 298 Page 173
2007 It may then be of present use to discuss this Case, viz. Quest. It may then be of present use to discuss this Case, viz. Quest. pn31 vmb av vbi pp-f j n1 pc-acp vvi d n1, n1 n1. (10) part (DIV1) 298 Page 173
2008 Whether that Personal Perfection which God requires of his people under the Covenant of Grace, be the same for kind and degree with that which was required in the Covenant of Works, Whither that Personal Perfection which God requires of his people under the Covenant of Grace, be the same for kind and degree with that which was required in the Covenant of Works, cs d j n1 r-crq np1 vvz pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vbb dt d p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp d r-crq vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvz, (10) part (DIV1) 299 Page 173
2009 or any thing short of it? or any thing short of it? cc d n1 j pp-f pn31? (10) part (DIV1) 299 Page 173
2010 A. For the more distinct opening and re•olving this important Case, let these things •e observed. A. For the more distinct opening and re•olving this important Case, let these things •e observed. np1 p-acp dt av-dc j n-vvg cc vvg d j n1, vvb d n2 vbr vvn. (10) part (DIV1) 300 Page 173
2011 1. That the question is not concerning Uncon•erted Ones who are under the outward Dispensa•ion of the Gospel; 1. That the question is not Concerning Uncon•erted Ones who Are under the outward Dispensa•ion of the Gospel; crd cst dt n1 vbz xx vvg vvn pi2 r-crq vbr p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1; (10) part (DIV1) 301 Page 173
2012 but those that are under Grace, • e. those that are truly Converted to God. but those that Are under Grace, • e. those that Are truly Converted to God. cc-acp d cst vbr p-acp n1, • sy. d cst vbr av-j vvn p-acp np1. (10) part (DIV1) 301 Page 173
2013 •ouching the former of these, it is to be well •bserved, that notwithstanding the offer they •ave made to them, •ouching the former of these, it is to be well •bserved, that notwithstanding the offer they •ave made to them, vvg dt j pp-f d, pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi av vvn, cst p-acp dt n1 pns32 vhb vvn p-acp pno32, (10) part (DIV1) 301 Page 173
2014 and standing which they •ave under the Covenant and Promises exhi•ited by the Gospel to men, in which life and Salvation is hypothetically promised unto them, and standing which they •ave under the Covenant and Promises exhi•ited by the Gospel to men, in which life and Salvation is hypothetically promised unto them, cc vvg r-crq pns32 vhb p-acp dt n1 cc vvz vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2, p-acp r-crq n1 cc n1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp pno32, (10) part (DIV1) 301 Page 174
2015 and invitations are urged upon them to entertain it on the terms proposed; and invitations Are urged upon them to entertain it on the terms proposed; cc n2 vbr vvn p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n2 vvn; (10) part (DIV1) 301 Page 174
2016 yet before such time as they have actually embraced the offered Grace, they are truly under the Law as a Covenant of Works: yet before such time as they have actually embraced the offered Grace, they Are truly under the Law as a Covenant of Works: av p-acp d n1 c-acp pns32 vhb av-j vvn dt j-vvn n1, pns32 vbr av-j p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvz: (10) part (DIV1) 301 Page 174
2017 and because they are so, it demands of them personal perfection both habitual and actual, and that on pai• of death; and Because they Are so, it demands of them personal perfection both habitual and actual, and that on pai• of death; cc c-acp pns32 vbr av, pn31 vvz pp-f pno32 j n1 d j cc j, cc cst p-acp n1 pp-f n1; (10) part (DIV1) 301 Page 174
2018 for we are told in, Gal. 3. 10. A• many as are of the works of the Law, are und•• the Curse: for we Are told in, Gal. 3. 10. A• many as Are of the works of the Law, Are und•• the Curse: c-acp pns12 vbr vvn p-acp, np1 crd crd n1 d c-acp vbr pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vbr n1 dt n1: (10) part (DIV1) 301 Page 174
2019 for it is written, Cursed is every 〈 ◊ 〉 that continueth not in all things which are written in the Book of the Law, to do them. for it is written, Cursed is every 〈 ◊ 〉 that Continueth not in all things which Are written in the Book of the Law, to do them. c-acp pn31 vbz vvn, j-vvn vbz d 〈 sy 〉 cst vvz xx p-acp d n2 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vdi pno32. (10) part (DIV1) 301 Page 174
2020 Hence as of old, God gave the Moral Law a new Sanction, on Mount Sinai with thundrings and lightnings, Hence as of old, God gave the Moral Law a new Sanction, on Mount Sinai with thunderings and lightnings, av c-acp pp-f j, np1 vvd dt j n1 dt j n1, p-acp vvb np1 p-acp n2-vvg cc n2, (10) part (DIV1) 301 Page 174
2021 and great terrors, as we are informed, Exod. 19 & 20 So to make way fo• the veiled Gospel, which was afterwards give• to Moses, and by him to Israel, in those Ord•nances, or Ceremonial Institutions which wer• delivered to him; and great terrors, as we Are informed, Exod 19 & 20 So to make Way fo• the veiled Gospel, which was afterwards give• to Moses, and by him to Israel, in those Ord•nances, or Ceremonial Institutions which wer• Delivered to him; cc j n2, c-acp pns12 vbr vvn, np1 crd cc crd av pc-acp vvi n1 n1 dt vvn n1, r-crq vbds av n1 p-acp np1, cc p-acp pno31 p-acp np1, p-acp d n2, cc j n2 r-crq n1 vvd p-acp pno31; (10) part (DIV1) 301 Page 174
2022 so, under the Gospel, t• those that are partakers of the outward ben•fits of it, so, under the Gospel, t• those that Are partakers of the outward ben•fits of it, av, p-acp dt n1, n1 d cst vbr n2 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f pn31, (10) part (DIV1) 301 Page 174
2023 when he comes to Convert any Sinners among them to Christ, and make the• to accept of him, when he comes to Convert any Sinners among them to christ, and make the• to accept of him, c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvb d n2 p-acp pno32 p-acp np1, cc vvi n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f pno31, (10) part (DIV1) 301 Page 174
2024 as a Saviour, he lays the• under the terrors of the Law Moral, by shewing them what is therein required of the• and what they are to expect at the hands • a Righteous God, as a Saviour, he lays the• under the terrors of the Law Moral, by showing them what is therein required of the• and what they Are to expect At the hands • a Righteous God, c-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 j, p-acp vvg pno32 r-crq vbz av vvn pp-f n1 cc r-crq pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 • dt j np1, (10) part (DIV1) 301 Page 174
2025 if those demands be n• fully answered; if those demands be n• Fully answered; cs d n2 vbb n1 av-j vvn; (10) part (DIV1) 301 Page 174
2026 and by this he convince• them of their misery, and self impotency • deliver themselves from it, thereby making way for their hearkning after, and by this he convince• them of their misery, and self impotency • deliver themselves from it, thereby making Way for their Harkening After, cc p-acp d pns31 n1 pno32 pp-f po32 n1, cc n1 n1 • vvi px32 p-acp pn31, av vvg n1 p-acp po32 vvg a-acp, (10) part (DIV1) 301 Page 175
2027 and giving the greatest welcome to a Redeemer. and giving the greatest welcome to a Redeemer. cc vvg dt js n-jn p-acp dt n1. (10) part (DIV1) 301 Page 175
2028 On this account is the Law called our School-master •nto Christ, Gal. 3. 24. Because by it we are acquainted with our need of him, On this account is the Law called our Schoolmaster •nto christ, Gal. 3. 24. Because by it we Are acquainted with our need of him, p-acp d n1 vbz dt n1 vvd po12 n1 av np1, np1 crd crd p-acp p-acp pn31 pns12 vbr vvn p-acp po12 n1 pp-f pno31, (10) part (DIV1) 301 Page 175
2029 and excited to seek after him. and excited to seek After him. cc vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31. (10) part (DIV1) 301 Page 175
2030 There is then no doubt to be made, but that the same perfection is required of them, notwithstanding their being in the visible Kingdom of Christ. There is then no doubt to be made, but that the same perfection is required of them, notwithstanding their being in the visible Kingdom of christ. pc-acp vbz av dx n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, cc-acp cst dt d n1 vbz vvn pp-f pno32, c-acp po32 vbg p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1. (10) part (DIV1) 301 Page 175
2031 Whereas true Converts or such as have believed in Christ, are delivered from this Severity, i. e. they are no longer under the Law as a Covenant pronouncing of them dead men if they fail of their Obedience in the least •unctilio: and the reason is, Whereas true Converts or such as have believed in christ, Are Delivered from this Severity, i. e. they Are no longer under the Law as a Covenant pronouncing of them dead men if they fail of their obedience in the least •unctilio: and the reason is, cs j vvz cc d c-acp vhb vvn p-acp np1, vbr vvn p-acp d n1, sy. sy. pns32 vbr av-dx av-jc p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vvg pp-f pno32 j n2 cs pns32 vvb pp-f po32 n1 p-acp dt ds fw-la: cc dt n1 vbz, (10) part (DIV1) 301 Page 175
2032 because they are •rought under the Covenant of Grace, by which they are freed from the former, according to, Rom. 6. 14. Sin shall not have domini• over you, Because they Are •rought under the Covenant of Grace, by which they Are freed from the former, according to, Rom. 6. 14. since shall not have domini• over you, c-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt j, vvg pc-acp, np1 crd crd n1 vmb xx vhi n1 p-acp pn22, (10) part (DIV1) 301 Page 175
2033 for ye are not under the Law, but •nder Grace. 2. The question is not with respect to our Justi•ation before God. for you Are not under the Law, but •nder Grace. 2. The question is not with respect to our Justi•ation before God. c-acp pn22 vbr xx p-acp dt n1, cc-acp j n1. crd dt n1 vbz xx p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n1 p-acp np1. (10) part (DIV1) 301 Page 175
2034 The Justification of fallen •an hath not the least regard to any perso•al Obedience of theirs, The Justification of fallen •an hath not the least regard to any perso•al obedience of theirs, dt n1 pp-f j-vvn n1 vhz xx dt ds n1 p-acp d j n1 pp-f png32, (10) part (DIV1) 302 Page 175
2035 as having an influ•nce Causall into it; as having an influ•nce Causal into it; c-acp vhg dt n1 n1 p-acp pn31; (10) part (DIV1) 302 Page 175
2036 and consequently it can •ave no respect to any kind of perfection of • Gospel Justification cometh altogether by •e Imputation of the Righteousness of another • us; and consequently it can •ave no respect to any kind of perfection of • Gospel Justification comes altogether by •e Imputation of the Righteousness of Another • us; cc av-j pn31 vmb vhi dx n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 pp-f • n1 n1 vvz av p-acp j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f j-jn • pno12; (10) part (DIV1) 302 Page 175
2037 viz. that of Christ, which was for that •nd provided by God for us, and is called his Righteousness, Phil. 3 9. The Righteousness that is of God by faith; viz. that of christ, which was for that •nd provided by God for us, and is called his Righteousness, Philip 3 9. The Righteousness that is of God by faith; n1 cst pp-f np1, r-crq vbds p-acp d n1 vvn p-acp np1 p-acp pno12, cc vbz vvn po31 n1, np1 crd crd dt n1 cst vbz pp-f np1 p-acp n1; (10) part (DIV1) 302 Page 176
2038 and so it is not ours Personal or Inherent, but by acceptation for us. and so it is not ours Personal or Inherent, but by acceptation for us. cc av pn31 vbz xx png12 j cc j, cc-acp p-acp n1 p-acp pno12. (10) part (DIV1) 302 Page 176
2039 It is cal•ed the Justification of a Sinner, or of the Ungodly, Rom. 4. 5. And therefore must needs have a respect to that Law in relation whereto the man is a Sinner; It is cal•ed the Justification of a Sinner, or of the Ungodly, Rom. 4. 5. And Therefore must needs have a respect to that Law in Relation whereto the man is a Sinner; pn31 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f dt j, np1 crd crd cc av vmb av vhi dt n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp n1 c-crq dt n1 vbz dt n1; (10) part (DIV1) 302 Page 176
2040 which is the Moral Law, under obligation whereto all men do stand as they derive from the first Adam to whom it was given for himself and his posterity; which is the Moral Law, under obligation whereto all men do stand as they derive from the First Adam to whom it was given for himself and his posterity; r-crq vbz dt j n1, p-acp n1 c-crq d n2 vdb vvi c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp dt ord np1 p-acp ro-crq pn31 vbds vvn p-acp px31 cc po31 n1; (10) part (DIV1) 302 Page 176
2041 and hence it must have a Righteousness to answer it, every way as perfect as that Law required, which no fallen man is able in himself to pay; and hence it must have a Righteousness to answer it, every Way as perfect as that Law required, which not fallen man is able in himself to pay; cc av pn31 vmb vhi dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, d n1 c-acp j c-acp d n1 vvd, r-crq xx vvn n1 vbz j p-acp px31 pc-acp vvi; (10) part (DIV1) 302 Page 176
2042 nor can any offer it for him, but Christ only. nor can any offer it for him, but christ only. ccx vmb d vvi pn31 p-acp pno31, cc-acp np1 av-j. (10) part (DIV1) 302 Page 176
2043 They wholly mistake the very nature of Gospel Justification, who allow any Righteousness short of that, to have any concernment in it; They wholly mistake the very nature of Gospel Justification, who allow any Righteousness short of that, to have any concernment in it; pns32 av-jn vvb dt j n1 pp-f n1 n1, r-crq vvb d n1 j pp-f d, pc-acp vhi d n1 p-acp pn31; (10) part (DIV1) 302 Page 176
2044 and since by the fall man is become Guil•y, and so subjected to the Curse of the Law, and since by the fallen man is become Guil•y, and so subjected to the Curse of the Law, cc c-acp p-acp dt n1 n1 vbz vvn vvi, cc av vvn p-acp dt vvb pp-f dt n1, (10) part (DIV1) 302 Page 176
2045 if he had a personal Righteousness, as broad as that which the Law required of m•n in integrity, if he had a personal Righteousness, as broad as that which the Law required of m•n in integrity, cs pns31 vhd dt j n1, c-acp j c-acp d r-crq dt n1 vvd pp-f n1 p-acp n1, (10) part (DIV1) 302 Page 176
2046 yet that would not satisfie for the removal of his Guilt, without which he cannot be Justified. yet that would not satisfy for the removal of his Gilded, without which he cannot be Justified. av cst vmd xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j-vvn, p-acp r-crq pns31 vmbx vbi vvn. (10) part (DIV1) 302 Page 176
2047 So that whether it be perfect or imperfect, it signifies nothing here ▪ So that whither it be perfect or imperfect, it signifies nothing Here ▪ av cst cs pn31 vbb j cc j, pn31 vvz pix av ▪ (10) part (DIV1) 302 Page 176
2048 3. Nor is the question about what Obedience of ours will find acceptance with God through Christ. 3. Nor is the question about what obedience of ours will find acceptance with God through christ. crd ccx vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq n1 pp-f png12 vmb vvi n1 p-acp np1 p-acp np1. (10) part (DIV1) 303 Page 176
2049 It is certa•n ▪ that no Obedience of ours will be at all accepted of us out of him; It is certa•n ▪ that no obedience of ours will be At all accepted of us out of him; pn31 vbz av ▪ cst dx n1 pp-f png12 vmb vbi p-acp d vvn pp-f pno12 av pp-f pno31; (10) part (DIV1) 303 Page 176
2050 and it is also beyond doubt that the imperfection which attends the sincere Services of Gods Children ▪ will not procure that these Services of theirs should be rejected by him, and it is also beyond doubt that the imperfection which attends the sincere Services of God's Children ▪ will not procure that these Services of theirs should be rejected by him, cc pn31 vbz av p-acp n1 cst dt n1 r-crq vvz dt j n2 pp-f npg1 n2 ▪ vmb xx vvi cst d n2 pp-f png32 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno31, (10) part (DIV1) 303 Page 177
2051 for if so, it were impossible tha• •ny of us, in this imperfect state that abides us, should ever please God in any thing that we do, which must needs be an invincible discouragement to us in doing any duties that are required of us: for if so, it were impossible tha• •ny of us, in this imperfect state that abides us, should ever please God in any thing that we do, which must needs be an invincible discouragement to us in doing any duties that Are required of us: c-acp cs av, pn31 vbdr j n1 n1 pp-f pno12, p-acp d j n1 cst vvz pno12, vmd av vvb np1 p-acp d n1 cst pns12 vdb, r-crq vmb av vbi dt j n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp vdg d n2 cst vbr vvn pp-f pno12: (10) part (DIV1) 303 Page 177
2052 but then it is through Christ that they find acceptance with him. but then it is through christ that they find acceptance with him. cc-acp cs pn31 vbz p-acp np1 cst pns32 vvb n1 p-acp pno31. (10) part (DIV1) 303 Page 177
2053 In this respect it is that the sincerity which God• Children do express in their Obedience, is so often called perfection, in the Scriptures, ( Joh is said to be a perfect man, and upright, Joh 1. 1.) by Reason that being •ffered to God with Christs incense, it finds favour with him, In this respect it is that the sincerity which God• Children do express in their obedience, is so often called perfection, in the Scriptures, (John is said to be a perfect man, and upright, John 1. 1.) by Reason that being •ffered to God with Christ incense, it finds favour with him, p-acp d n1 pn31 vbz d dt n1 r-crq np1 n2 vdb vvi p-acp po32 n1, vbz av av vvn n1, p-acp dt n2, (np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi dt j n1, cc av-j, np1 crd crd) p-acp n1 cst vbg vvn p-acp np1 p-acp npg1 n1, pn31 vvz n1 p-acp pno31, (10) part (DIV1) 303 Page 177
2054 and he smelle•h a sweet savour in it, notwithstanding that according to the Law it would have been utterly rejected, by reason of the concomitant defects ▪ So that the true Believer who serves God in integrity, is not to be discouraged, and he smelle•h a sweet savour in it, notwithstanding that according to the Law it would have been utterly rejected, by reason of the concomitant defects ▪ So that the true Believer who serves God in integrity, is not to be discouraged, cc pns31 vhz dt j n1 p-acp pn31, c-acp cst vvg p-acp dt n1 pn31 vmd vhi vbn av-j vvn, p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n2 ▪ av cst dt j n1 r-crq vvz np1 p-acp n1, vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn, (10) part (DIV1) 303 Page 177
2055 because he finds his best to come so far behind of that perfection which the Law prescribes to men, Because he finds his best to come so Far behind of that perfection which the Law prescribes to men, c-acp pns31 vvz po31 js pc-acp vvi av av-j a-acp pp-f d n1 r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp n2, (10) part (DIV1) 303 Page 177
2056 but is to look to the gracious encouragement which is gi•en to them who love God in sincerity. but is to look to the gracious encouragement which is gi•en to them who love God in sincerity. cc-acp vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pno32 r-crq vvb np1 p-acp n1. (10) part (DIV1) 303 Page 177
2057 4. But it is with regard to the obligation to New Obedience that lies upon Just•fied Believers. 4. But it is with regard to the obligation to New obedience that lies upon Just•fied Believers. crd p-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp j n1 cst vvz p-acp j-vvn n2. (10) part (DIV1) 304 Page 177
2058 It presupposeth them to be in a state of Justification, and looks upon them as under the Government of Christ, and owing • Service to him. It presupposeth them to be in a state of Justification, and looks upon them as under the Government of christ, and owing • Service to him. pn31 vvz pno32 pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvz p-acp pno32 c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvg • n1 p-acp pno31. (10) part (DIV1) 304 Page 177
2059 There are indeed those who deny that any such obligation lieth upon the Children of God, There Are indeed those who deny that any such obligation lies upon the Children of God, pc-acp vbr av d r-crq vvb cst d d n1 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (10) part (DIV1) 304 Page 178
2060 and that the Law Moral no longer binds them under duty of conformity unto it, but that upon their believing in Christ, they are freed from any such engagement; and that the Law Moral no longer binds them under duty of conformity unto it, but that upon their believing in christ, they Are freed from any such engagement; cc cst dt n1 j av-dx av-jc vvz pno32 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31, cc-acp cst p-acp po32 vvg p-acp np1, pns32 vbr vvn p-acp d d n1; (10) part (DIV1) 304 Page 178
2061 this is purely Antinomian, and bespeaks all the precept given to the Children of God under the Gospel, to be wholly in vain; this is purely Antinomian, and bespeaks all the precept given to the Children of God under the Gospel, to be wholly in vain; d vbz av-j np1, cc vvz d dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbi av-jn p-acp j; (10) part (DIV1) 304 Page 178
2062 or only to concern such as are as yet unregenerate, for the awakening them to betake themselves to Christ, or only to concern such as Are as yet unregenerate, for the awakening them to betake themselves to christ, cc av-j pc-acp vvi d c-acp vbr a-acp av j, p-acp dt n-vvg pno32 p-acp vvi px32 p-acp np1, (10) part (DIV1) 304 Page 178
2063 and seek an interest in him by faith, and not at all to belong to those that are already partakers in the grace of God; and seek an Interest in him by faith, and not At all to belong to those that Are already partakers in the grace of God; cc vvi dt n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, cc xx p-acp d pc-acp vvi p-acp d cst vbr av n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (10) part (DIV1) 304 Page 178
2064 but why then have the Children of God that title of Obedient put upon them, but why then have the Children of God that title of Obedient put upon them, cc-acp q-crq av vhb dt n2 pp-f np1 cst n1 pp-f j vvn p-acp pno32, (10) part (DIV1) 304 Page 178
2065 and are called upon to express it by this conformity? 1 Pet. 1. 14. As obedient children, not fashioning your selves according to the former lusts, &c. Supposing then such an Obedience as this to be our duty, which prerequires a principle to be put into us, impowring us to a compliance with it, in order to our actual performance of it, our enquiry is about the extensiveness of it, and Are called upon to express it by this conformity? 1 Pet. 1. 14. As obedient children, not fashioning your selves according to the former Lustiest, etc. Supposing then such an obedience as this to be our duty, which prerequires a principle to be put into us, empowering us to a compliance with it, in order to our actual performance of it, our enquiry is about the extensiveness of it, cc vbr vvn p-acp pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp d n1? crd np1 crd crd p-acp j n2, xx vvg po22 n2 vvg p-acp dt j n2, av vvg av d dt n1 c-acp d pc-acp vbi po12 n1, r-crq vvz dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno12, vvg pno12 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn31, p-acp n1 p-acp po12 j n1 pp-f pn31, po12 n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, (10) part (DIV1) 304 Page 178
2066 or how far it is our duty to endeavour after perfection in it? and for the clearing of this Case we may take the following Conclusions into Consideration. or how Far it is our duty to endeavour After perfection in it? and for the clearing of this Case we may take the following Conclusions into Consideration. cc c-crq av-j pn31 vbz po12 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp pn31? cc p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n1 pns12 vmb vvi dt j-vvg n2 p-acp n1. (10) part (DIV1) 304 Page 178
2067 1. That the design of the New Covenant, in which the Grace of it is to appear, is to bring fallen man back to a state of blessedness. 1. That the Design of the New Covenant, in which the Grace of it is to appear, is to bring fallen man back to a state of blessedness. crd cst dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi, vbz pc-acp vvi vvn n1 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (10) part (DIV1) 305 Page 178
2068 It was because mankind were become wofully miserable by the Apostasy of Adam, in which they all fell, It was Because mankind were become woefully miserable by the Apostasy of Adam, in which they all fell, pn31 vbds p-acp n1 vbdr vvn av-j j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp r-crq pns32 d vvd, (10) part (DIV1) 305 Page 178
2069 and there was no room left for any remedy to be afforded to them by the Covenant of Works, inasmuch as the Law could no longer give life, Gal. 3. 21. And God had a pity for some of that unhappy race, and there was no room left for any remedy to be afforded to them by the Covenant of Works, inasmuch as the Law could no longer give life, Gal. 3. 21. And God had a pity for Some of that unhappy raze, cc a-acp vbds dx n1 vvn p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvz, av c-acp dt n1 vmd av-dx av-jc vvi n1, np1 crd crd cc np1 vhd dt n1 p-acp d pp-f d j n1, (10) part (DIV1) 305 Page 179
2070 & would save them, that he opened a New Covenant, in which he makes the displays of his rich Grace to them. & would save them, that he opened a New Covenant, in which he makes thee displays of his rich Grace to them. cc vmd vvi pno32, cst pns31 vvd dt j n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz pno32 vvz pp-f po31 j n1 p-acp pno32. (10) part (DIV1) 305 Page 179
2071 Now, as it was the glory of his Grace that God had a regard to ultimately in this Contrivance; Now, as it was the glory of his Grace that God had a regard to ultimately in this Contrivance; av, c-acp pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f po31 vvb cst np1 vhd dt n1 p-acp av-j p-acp d n1; (10) part (DIV1) 305 Page 179
2072 so the way in which he would exalt this Attribute, and make it illustrious and for ever admirable, was in their Salvation: so the Way in which he would exalt this Attribute, and make it illustrious and for ever admirable, was in their Salvation: av dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vmd vvi d n1, cc vvi pn31 j cc p-acp av j, vbds p-acp po32 n1: (10) part (DIV1) 305 Page 179
2073 So that the Salvation of lost Sinners is inseparably connected with, and nextly subordinated to this last end of God; So that the Salvation of lost Sinners is inseparably connected with, and nextly subordinated to this last end of God; av cst dt n1 pp-f j-vvn n2 vbz av-j vvn p-acp, cc av-j vvn p-acp d ord n1 pp-f np1; (10) part (DIV1) 305 Page 179
2074 because in and by it he will accomplish it. Because in and by it he will accomplish it. c-acp p-acp cc p-acp pn31 pns31 vmb vvi pn31. (10) part (DIV1) 305 Page 179
2075 In which Salvation they are delivered from that misery under which they were fallen by reason of sin, In which Salvation they Are Delivered from that misery under which they were fallen by reason of since, p-acp r-crq n1 pns32 vbr vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1, (10) part (DIV1) 305 Page 179
2076 unto all that felicity which they had so lost; unto all that felicity which they had so lost; p-acp d cst n1 r-crq pns32 vhd av vvn; (10) part (DIV1) 305 Page 179
2077 hence we are told that it is by Grace that we are saved, Eph ▪ 2 8. on which account it is called the Grace of God which brings Salvation, Tit. 2 11. When therefore the undone Sinner is brought to the enjoyment of perfect felicicity, hence we Are told that it is by Grace that we Are saved, Ephesians ▪ 2 8. on which account it is called the Grace of God which brings Salvation, Tit. 2 11. When Therefore the undone Sinner is brought to the enjoyment of perfect felicicity, av pns12 vbr vvn cst pn31 vbz p-acp n1 cst pns12 vbr vvn, np1 ▪ crd crd p-acp r-crq n1 pn31 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vvz n1, np1 crd crd c-crq av dt vvn n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, (10) part (DIV1) 305 Page 179
2078 then hath the Grace of God accomplished its design. then hath the Grace of God accomplished its Design. av vhz dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd po31 n1. (10) part (DIV1) 305 Page 179
2079 2. That in order to the bringing about of this purpose of God, there are two things requisite to be done for the man, viz The Justification of his person, and the Sanctification of his nature. The ground of this, is because there is a double misery befallen the man by the Apostasy, viz. Guilt, which hath rendred him obnoxious to the wrath of God, 2. That in order to the bringing about of this purpose of God, there Are two things requisite to be done for the man, videlicet The Justification of his person, and the Sanctification of his nature. The ground of this, is Because there is a double misery befallen the man by the Apostasy, viz. Gilded, which hath rendered him obnoxious to the wrath of God, crd cst p-acp n1 p-acp dt vvg a-acp pp-f d n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vbr crd n2 j pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp dt n1, av dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. dt n1 pp-f d, vbz p-acp pc-acp vbz dt j-jn n1 vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n1, n1 j-vvn, r-crq vhz vvn pno31 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (10) part (DIV1) 306 Page 180
2080 yea brought him under a sentence of Condemnation, binding him over to suffer the whole Curse that is contained in the threatning of Death, yea brought him under a sentence of Condemnation, binding him over to suffer the Whole Curse that is contained in the threatening of Death, uh vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvg pno31 a-acp pc-acp vvi dt j-jn vvb cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n1, (10) part (DIV1) 306 Page 180
2081 unto the execution whereof the Justice of God stands engaged in the Covenant of works: unto the execution whereof the justice of God Stands engaged in the Covenant of works: p-acp dt n1 c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2: (10) part (DIV1) 306 Page 180
2082 And Pollution, by which his nature is depraved, and fallen under the Dominion of Sin which reigns as a King in him, And Pollution, by which his nature is depraved, and fallen under the Dominion of since which reigns as a King in him, cc n1, p-acp r-crq po31 n1 vbz vvn, cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno31, (10) part (DIV1) 306 Page 180
2083 and so he is rendred utterly impoten• to the doing of that which is good, and so he is rendered utterly impoten• to the doing of that which is good, cc av pns31 vbz vvn av-j n1 p-acp dt vdg pp-f d r-crq vbz j, (10) part (DIV1) 306 Page 180
2084 and i• which his formal happiness did consist, and al• his powers are violently bent to that which is evil: and i• which his formal happiness did consist, and al• his Powers Are violently bent to that which is evil: cc n1 r-crq po31 j n1 vdd vvi, cc n1 po31 n2 vbr av-j vvn p-acp d r-crq vbz j-jn: (10) part (DIV1) 306 Page 180
2085 and so long as these two abide upon him he cannot be happy, but must needs be miserable. and so long as these two abide upon him he cannot be happy, but must needs be miserable. cc av av-j c-acp d crd vvi p-acp pno31 pns31 vmbx vbi j, cc-acp vmb av vbi j. (10) part (DIV1) 306 Page 180
2086 As long as the man lies under the Curses of the Law, a Prisoner of Revenging Justice, doomed to suffer all the wrath that is contained in the threatnings that are out against Sinners, in which the quintessence of al• evil is contained; As long as the man lies under the Curses of the Law, a Prisoner of Revenging justice, doomed to suffer all the wrath that is contained in the threatenings that Are out against Sinners, in which the quintessence of al• evil is contained; p-acp av-j c-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f j-vvg n1, vvd pc-acp vvi d dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n2-vvg cst vbr av p-acp n2, p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 j-jn vbz vvn; (10) part (DIV1) 306 Page 180
2087 and is held fettered in Cord• of Iniquity, so as that he can do nothing of that business which he was made for, and is held fettered in Cord• of Iniquity, so as that he can do nothing of that business which he was made for, cc vbz vvn vvn p-acp np1 pp-f n1, av c-acp cst pns31 vmb vdi pix pp-f d n1 r-crq pns31 vbds vvn p-acp, (10) part (DIV1) 306 Page 180
2088 but is, by the force of his carnal lusts, hurried and precipitated into repeated provocations of God, he must needs be a miserable Creature: but is, by the force of his carnal Lustiest, hurried and precipitated into repeated provocations of God, he must needs be a miserable Creature: cc-acp vbz, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n2, vvd cc j-vvn p-acp vvn n2 pp-f np1, pns31 vmb av vbi dt j n1: (10) part (DIV1) 306 Page 180
2089 Nor can he be recovered to a state of blessedness, but by the removal of both these evils from him; Nor can he be recovered to a state of blessedness, but by the removal of both these evils from him; ccx vmb pns31 vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f d d n2-jn p-acp pno31; (10) part (DIV1) 306 Page 180
2090 and if either of them remain upon him, he is incapable of being a blessed man in that condition. and if either of them remain upon him, he is incapable of being a blessed man in that condition. cc cs d pp-f pno32 vvi p-acp pno31, pns31 vbz j pp-f vbg dt j-vvn n1 p-acp d n1. (10) part (DIV1) 306 Page 180
2091 The former of these is done by Justification, and the latter by Sanctification. In the one his Condemnation is removed, his Guilt is taken away, he is acquitted from the Law, The former of these is done by Justification, and the latter by Sanctification. In the one his Condemnation is removed, his Gilded is taken away, he is acquitted from the Law, dt j pp-f d vbz vdn p-acp n1, cc dt d p-acp n1. p-acp dt pi po31 n1 vbz vvn, po31 j-vvn vbz vvn av, pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, (10) part (DIV1) 306 Page 181
2092 and delivered from all danger of suffering the direful penalties of it; and Delivered from all danger of suffering the direful penalties of it; cc vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f vvg dt j n2 pp-f pn31; (10) part (DIV1) 306 Page 181
2093 yea and is adjudged to life, to partake in the good that is laid up in the promise; yea and is adjudged to life, to partake in the good that is laid up in the promise; uh cc vbz vvn p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j cst vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1; (10) part (DIV1) 306 Page 181
2094 in the latter his nature is restored, and renewed again, and he is rendred able to Serve God in newness of life; in the latter his nature is restored, and renewed again, and he is rendered able to Serve God in newness of life; p-acp dt d po31 n1 vbz vvn, cc vvd av, cc pns31 vbz vvn j pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1; (10) part (DIV1) 306 Page 181
2095 he who before was unprofitable, is now made profitable; and can glorify God, which was his last end. he who before was unprofitable, is now made profitable; and can Glorify God, which was his last end. pns31 r-crq a-acp vbds j, vbz av vvn j; cc vmb vvi np1, r-crq vbds po31 ord n1. (10) part (DIV1) 306 Page 181
2096 And for this reason both these benefits of the new Covenant, are so much celebrated in the Gospel: And for this reason both these benefits of the new Covenant, Are so much celebrated in the Gospel: cc p-acp d n1 d d n2 pp-f dt j n1, vbr av av-d vvn p-acp dt n1: (10) part (DIV1) 306 Page 181
2097 both of these are included in that reason of the Name which was put upon Christ at his birth, Matth. 1. 21. Thou shalt call his Name Jesus, both of these Are included in that reason of the Name which was put upon christ At his birth, Matthew 1. 21. Thou shalt call his Name jesus, d pp-f d vbr vvd p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq vbds vvn p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd crd pns21 vm2 vvi po31 n1 np1, (10) part (DIV1) 306 Page 181
2098 for he shall save his people from their sins. And in Gods taking away all iniquity from them, Hos. 14. 2. 3. That the end of this Sanctification, is to make him a fit subject to enjoy true blessedness. for he shall save his people from their Sins. And in God's taking away all iniquity from them, Hos. 14. 2. 3. That the end of this Sanctification, is to make him a fit Subject to enjoy true blessedness. c-acp pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp po32 n2. cc p-acp npg1 vvg av d n1 p-acp pno32, np1 crd crd crd cst dt n1 pp-f d n1, vbz pc-acp vvi pno31 dt j n-jn pc-acp vvi j n1. (10) part (DIV1) 306 Page 181
2099 It is true, without Justification of the mans person, and in it a pardon of his Sins applied to him, he cannot be happy; It is true, without Justification of the men person, and in it a pardon of his Sins applied to him, he cannot be happy; pn31 vbz j, p-acp n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1, cc p-acp pn31 dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 vvn p-acp pno31, pns31 vmbx vbi j; (10) part (DIV1) 307 Page 181
2100 for how is it possible that he should be so, as long as the wrath of God abides on him, and he is every moment liable to the fearful stroke of Divine Vengeance, which is ready to fall on him, and cut him off! for how is it possible that he should be so, as long as the wrath of God abides on him, and he is every moment liable to the fearful stroke of Divine Vengeance, which is ready to fallen on him, and Cut him off! c-acp q-crq vbz pn31 j cst pns31 vmd vbi av, c-acp av-j c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp pno31, cc pns31 vbz d n1 j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j-jn n1, r-crq vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, cc vvd pno31 a-acp! (10) part (DIV1) 307 Page 181
2101 Whereas if once this state of his be changed, and he is a Justified and Pardoned man, he is forthwith blessed, according to Psal 32. 1. Blessed is the man whose transgression is forgiven, whose sin is covered. Whereas if once this state of his be changed, and he is a Justified and Pardoned man, he is forthwith blessed, according to Psalm 32. 1. Blessed is the man whose Transgression is forgiven, whose since is covered. cs cs a-acp d n1 pp-f png31 vbi vvn, cc pns31 vbz dt vvn cc vvd n1, pns31 vbz av vvn, vvg p-acp np1 crd crd vvn vbz dt n1 rg-crq n1 vbz vvn, rg-crq n1 vbz vvn. (10) part (DIV1) 307 Page 182
2102 Yet this alone is not sufficient for his actual enjoyment of the felicity promised in the New-Covenant; Yet this alone is not sufficient for his actual enjoyment of the felicity promised in the New-covenant; av d av-j vbz xx j p-acp po31 j n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd p-acp dt n1; (10) part (DIV1) 307 Page 182
2103 for true blessedness can only consist in the closure of the faculty with its Object, and resting satisfyed in it; for true blessedness can only consist in the closure of the faculty with its Object, and resting satisfied in it; p-acp j n1 vmb av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvg vvn p-acp pn31; (10) part (DIV1) 307 Page 182
2104 for without satisfaction the man is not happy; for without satisfaction the man is not happy; c-acp p-acp n1 dt n1 vbz xx j; (10) part (DIV1) 307 Page 182
2105 and that it may thus do, it is necessary that there be a suitableness between the faculty and the object, and that it may thus do, it is necessary that there be a suitableness between the faculty and the Object, cc cst pn31 vmb av vdi, pn31 vbz j cst pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, (10) part (DIV1) 307 Page 182
2106 how else should it either close with, or take real content in it? Now the blessedness which God hath laid in to entertain his people withall, is suited only to Holiness in the subject of it; how Else should it either close with, or take real content in it? Now the blessedness which God hath laid in to entertain his people withal, is suited only to Holiness in the Subject of it; c-crq av vmd pn31 av-d av-j p-acp, cc vvb j n1 p-acp pn31? av dt n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp pc-acp vvi po31 n1 av, vbz vvn av-j p-acp n1 p-acp dt n-jn pp-f pn31; (10) part (DIV1) 307 Page 182
2107 so that without it, it is impossible that the man should ever participate in it, or be delighted with it, Heb. 12. 14. Without Holiness no man shall see God. so that without it, it is impossible that the man should ever participate in it, or be delighted with it, Hebrew 12. 14. Without Holiness no man shall see God. av cst p-acp pn31, pn31 vbz j cst dt n1 vmd av vvi p-acp pn31, cc vbi vvn p-acp pn31, np1 crd crd p-acp n1 dx n1 vmb vvi np1. (10) part (DIV1) 307 Page 182
2108 So that the sinful pollution which is upon the very nature of fallen man, by reason of the sin that dwells in him, renders him, in the present condition, So that the sinful pollution which is upon the very nature of fallen man, by reason of the since that dwells in him, renders him, in the present condition, av cst dt j n1 r-crq vbz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j-vvn n1, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vvz p-acp pno31, vvz pno31, p-acp dt j n1, (10) part (DIV1) 307 Page 182
2109 and so long as he abides under the prevailing efficacy of it, altogether unmeet for blessedness, yea indeed incapable of it. and so long as he abides under the prevailing efficacy of it, altogether unmeet for blessedness, yea indeed incapable of it. cc av av-j c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f pn31, av j p-acp n1, uh av j pp-f pn31. (10) part (DIV1) 307 Page 182
2110 He cannot have Communion with God, in which his felicity must consist, for God alone is an happifying object; He cannot have Communion with God, in which his felicity must consist, for God alone is an happifying Object; pns31 vmbx vhi n1 p-acp np1, p-acp r-crq po31 n1 vmb vvi, c-acp np1 av-j vbz dt j-vvg n1; (10) part (DIV1) 307 Page 182
2111 nor, if he could can he take any content to himself in it, because God is Holy, and such is the fellowship which he holds with the Creature, nor, if he could can he take any content to himself in it, Because God is Holy, and such is the fellowship which he holds with the Creature, ccx, cs pns31 vmd n1 pns31 vvi d n1 p-acp px31 p-acp pn31, c-acp np1 vbz j, cc d vbz dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, (10) part (DIV1) 307 Page 182
2112 than which nothing can be more contrary to the corruption wherewith his nature is defiled. than which nothing can be more contrary to the corruption wherewith his nature is defiled. cs r-crq pix vmb vbi av-dc j-jn p-acp dt n1 c-crq po31 n1 vbz vvn. (10) part (DIV1) 307 Page 182
2113 We read of A meetness for the Inheritance of the Saints, Col. 1. 12. •hich meetness implies a suitable disposition ••s thereto, in which it is absolutely requisite •t there be in us such gracious qualifications • render us conformable to the Inheritance it •f; We read of A meetness for the Inheritance of the Saints, Col. 1. 12. •hich meetness Implies a suitable disposition ••s thereto, in which it is absolutely requisite •t there be in us such gracious qualifications • render us conformable to the Inheritance it •f; pns12 vvb pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, np1 crd crd j n1 vvz dt j n1 vbz av, p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz av-j j n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp pno12 d j n2 • vvi pno12 j p-acp dt n1 pn31 n1; (10) part (DIV1) 307 Page 183
2114 these we have not in us by nature, as we •rive it from the unclean fountain from which •• are originated, these we have not in us by nature, as we •rive it from the unclean fountain from which •• Are originated, d pns12 vhb xx p-acp pno12 p-acp n1, c-acp pns12 vvb pn31 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp r-crq •• vbr j-vvn, (10) part (DIV1) 307 Page 183
2115 for, Who can bring a clean••g out of an unclean? It must then be done • Sanctification, in and by which we are assi•ilated to our Inheritance; for, Who can bring a clean••g out of an unclean? It must then be done • Sanctification, in and by which we Are assi•ilated to our Inheritance; c-acp, r-crq vmb vvi dt n1 av pp-f dt j? pn31 vmb av vbi vdn • n1, p-acp cc p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp po12 n1; (10) part (DIV1) 307 Page 183
2116 because hereby •• are made holy, and so are fitted for the •joyment of the holy place, Because hereby •• Are made holy, and so Are fitted for the •joyment of the holy place, c-acp av •• vbr vvd j, cc av vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, (10) part (DIV1) 307 Page 183
2117 and of all those •ly things which are there prepared to make • happy in it. and of all those •ly things which Are there prepared to make • happy in it. cc pp-f d d j n2 r-crq vbr a-acp vvn pc-acp vvi • j p-acp pn31. (10) part (DIV1) 307 Page 183
2118 4. That the man can only be truly blessed in the •rifying of God, and enjoying of him. 4. That the man can only be truly blessed in the •rifying of God, and enjoying of him. crd cst dt n1 vmb av-j vbi av-j vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f np1, cc vvg pp-f pno31. (10) part (DIV1) 308 Page 183
2119 The •essedness of the Reasonable Creature requires •e concurrence of two things to make it com•eat, viz. Well doing, and W•ll being: nor can •ther of these be alone. The •essedness of the Reasonable Creature requires •e concurrence of two things to make it com•eat, viz. Well doing, and W•ll being: nor can •ther of these be alone. dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vvz j n1 pp-f crd n2 pc-acp vvi pn31 j, n1 av vdg, cc av vbg: ccx vmb n1 pp-f d vbb j. (10) part (DIV1) 308 Page 183
2120 A man is then happy ••en he fully reacheth the end ▪ that he was •ade for; A man is then happy ••en he Fully reaches the end ▪ that he was •ade for; dt n1 vbz av j n2 pns31 av-j vvz dt n1 ▪ cst pns31 vbds vvn p-acp; (10) part (DIV1) 308 Page 183
2121 now man was made for God, not •ly Ultimately, but Immediately too; and to •se this end must needs be his misery. now man was made for God, not •ly Ultimately, but Immediately too; and to •se this end must needs be his misery. av n1 vbds vvn p-acp np1, xx av-j av-j, p-acp av-j av; cc pc-acp vvi d n1 vmb av vbi po31 n1. (10) part (DIV1) 308 Page 183
2122 Now, Gods Glory being his own last end in all his •orks of Efficiency, hence it follows that the •ast end o• all these works of •his must be to •erve to that glory, Now, God's Glory being his own last end in all his •orks of Efficiency, hence it follows that the •ast end o• all these works of •his must be to •erve to that glory, av, npg1 n1 vbg po31 d ord n1 p-acp d po31 n2 pp-f n1, av pn31 vvz cst dt j n1 n1 d d n2 pp-f n2 vmb vbi pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, (10) part (DIV1) 308 Page 183
2123 how else should he obtain •is end by it in the event? And every one of •is Creatures is to Serve to this end agreeably to that nature which God put into it when h• made it; how Else should he obtain •is end by it in the event? And every one of •is Creatures is to Serve to this end agreeably to that nature which God put into it when h• made it; c-crq av vmd pns31 vvi fw-la n1 p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1? cc d crd pp-f n1 n2 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 av-j p-acp d n1 r-crq np1 vvd p-acp pn31 c-crq n1 vvd pn31; (10) part (DIV1) 308 Page 184
2124 in which he bestowed on it a cap•city of so serving his design by it. in which he bestowed on it a cap•city of so serving his Design by it. p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp pn31 dt n1 pp-f av vvg po31 n1 p-acp pn31. (10) part (DIV1) 308 Page 184
2125 Accordingly, man was made capable of doingly this a•ively, inasmuch as he was endowed with su• powers as enabled him to act as a cause • counsel, Accordingly, man was made capable of doingly this a•ively, inasmuch as he was endowed with su• Powers as enabled him to act as a cause • counsel, av-vvg, n1 vbds vvn j pp-f av-vvg d j, av c-acp pns31 vbds vvn p-acp n1 n2 c-acp vvn pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 • n1, (10) part (DIV1) 308 Page 184
2126 and make choise of his way; and make choice of his Way; cc vvi n1 pp-f po31 n1; (10) part (DIV1) 308 Page 184
2127 an• therefore it is only by his so doing that he ca• reach the great end of his being: an• Therefore it is only by his so doing that he ca• reach the great end of his being: n1 av pn31 vbz av-j p-acp po31 av vdg d pns31 n1 vvi dt j n1 pp-f po31 vbg: (10) part (DIV1) 308 Page 184
2128 in his mi•sing of this he becomes Vain, for what else • vanity, but the missing, in his mi•sing of this he becomes Vain, for what Else • vanity, but the missing, p-acp po31 n1 pp-f d pns31 vvz j, p-acp r-crq av • np1-n, cc-acp dt vvg, (10) part (DIV1) 308 Page 184
2129 or falling short of one end? That the man may attain this end, it • requisite that he have a power in him to Serv• to it; or falling short of one end? That the man may attain this end, it • requisite that he have a power in him to Serv• to it; cc vvg j pp-f crd n1? cst dt n1 vmb vvi d n1, pn31 • j cst pns31 vhb dt n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp np1 p-acp pn31; (10) part (DIV1) 308 Page 184
2130 and what else is that power but Holiness Created Holiness in man, is nothing else bu• that rectitude in his whole nature, and what Else is that power but Holiness Created Holiness in man, is nothing Else bu• that rectitude in his Whole nature, cc q-crq av vbz d n1 p-acp n1 vvn n1 p-acp n1, vbz pix av n1 cst n1 p-acp po31 j-jn n1, (10) part (DIV1) 308 Page 184
2131 and all th• powers of it, whereby he is enabled & encline• to live & be to the Glory of God in all things ▪ And from the exerting of this principle d• proceed all his holy actions ▪ Man in his lapse• estateis without this principle, having lost it by his unhappy fall; and all th• Powers of it, whereby he is enabled & encline• to live & be to the Glory of God in all things ▪ And from the exerting of this principle d• proceed all his holy actions ▪ Man in his lapse• estateis without this principle, having lost it by his unhappy fallen; cc d n1 n2 pp-f pn31, c-crq pns31 vbz vvn cc n1 pc-acp vvi cc vbb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n2 ▪ cc p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n1 n1 vvb d po31 j n2 ▪ n1 p-acp po31 n1 fw-la p-acp d n1, vhg vvn pn31 p-acp po31 j n1; (10) part (DIV1) 308 Page 184
2132 it must therefore be again restored to him in Sanctification, else he cannot Serve God. Now mans Well being is consequent upon the former; it must Therefore be again restored to him in Sanctification, Else he cannot Serve God. Now men Well being is consequent upon the former; pn31 vmb av vbi av vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, av pns31 vmbx vvi np1. av ng1 av vbg vbz j p-acp dt j; (10) part (DIV1) 308 Page 184
2133 God only is an adequate object for him, or a sufficient portion for him, to make him blessed; God only is an adequate Object for him, or a sufficient portion for him, to make him blessed; np1 av-j vbz dt j n1 p-acp pno31, cc dt j n1 p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi pno31 vvd; (10) part (DIV1) 308 Page 184
2134 he must the• enjoy him, if ever it be well with him, for i• this fruition his actual felicity must consist: he must the• enjoy him, if ever it be well with him, for i• this fruition his actual felicity must consist: pns31 vmb n1 vvi pno31, cs av pn31 vbb av p-acp pno31, p-acp n1 d n1 po31 j n1 vmb vvi: (10) part (DIV1) 308 Page 184
2135 for could he obtain and have the full freedom o• using all that is in heaven and earth, separat• from God, he were still miserable; for could he obtain and have the full freedom o• using all that is in heaven and earth, separat• from God, he were still miserable; c-acp vmd pns31 vvi cc vhb dt j n1 n1 vvg d cst vbz p-acp n1 cc n1, n1 p-acp np1, pns31 vbdr av j; (10) part (DIV1) 308 Page 184
2136 the Psalmis• could say, Psal. 73. 25. Whom have I in heaven but thee? and there is nothing on earth that I desire with thee: the Psalmis• could say, Psalm 73. 25. Whom have I in heaven but thee? and there is nothing on earth that I desire with thee: dt np1 vmd vvi, np1 crd crd ro-crq vhb pns11 p-acp n1 p-acp pno21? cc pc-acp vbz pix p-acp n1 cst pns11 vvb p-acp pno21: (10) part (DIV1) 308 Page 185
2137 and the only way for our enjoying of God, is by glorifying in him. and the only Way for our enjoying of God, is by glorifying in him. cc dt j n1 p-acp po12 n-vvg pp-f np1, vbz p-acp vvg p-acp pno31. (10) part (DIV1) 308 Page 185
2138 It is sin that hath made the woful separation, which hath procured our infelicity, Isa. 59. 2. Your iniquities have separated between you and your God. It is since that hath made the woeful separation, which hath procured our infelicity, Isaiah 59. 2. Your iniquities have separated between you and your God. pn31 vbz n1 cst vhz vvn dt j n1, r-crq vhz vvn po12 n1, np1 crd crd po22 n2 vhb vvn p-acp pn22 cc po22 n1. (10) part (DIV1) 308 Page 185
2139 And what is sin, but a coming short of the glory of God? Rom. 3. 23. God therefore hath fully declared that he will bestow this favour upon none but those that honour him, 1 Sam. 2. 3•. Them that honour me, I will honour, and they that despise me, shall be lightly esteemed. And what is since, but a coming short of the glory of God? Rom. 3. 23. God Therefore hath Fully declared that he will bestow this favour upon none but those that honour him, 1 Sam. 2. 3•. Them that honour me, I will honour, and they that despise me, shall be lightly esteemed. cc q-crq vbz n1, cc-acp dt vvg j pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1? np1 crd crd np1 av vhz av-j vvn cst pns31 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp pix cc-acp d cst vvb pno31, crd np1 crd n1. pno32 d vvi pno11, pns11 vmb vvi, cc pns32 cst vvb pno11, vmb vbi av-j vvn. (10) part (DIV1) 308 Page 185
2140 5. That for this Active personal glorifying of God, man must have a Rule. 5. That for this Active personal glorifying of God, man must have a Rule. crd cst p-acp d j j vvg pp-f np1, n1 vmb vhi dt vvi. (10) part (DIV1) 309 Page 185
2141 It is not enough that he have an inward principle of Sanctification put into him, whereby he is disposed unto this Service, It is not enough that he have an inward principle of Sanctification put into him, whereby he is disposed unto this Service, pn31 vbz xx av-d cst pns31 vhb dt j n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp pno31, c-crq pns31 vbz vvn p-acp d n1, (10) part (DIV1) 309 Page 185
2142 and empowred for the discharging of it, though without it he must needs fall short of his great end; and empowered for the discharging of it, though without it he must needs fallen short of his great end; cc vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31, cs p-acp pn31 pns31 vmb av vvi j pp-f po31 j n1; (10) part (DIV1) 309 Page 185
2143 but he must also have a directory to shew him his way, in which this work is to be done. but he must also have a directory to show him his Way, in which this work is to be done. cc-acp pns31 vmb av vhi dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 po31 n1, p-acp r-crq d n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vdn. (10) part (DIV1) 309 Page 185
2144 As there must be an heart in us enclining of us to Glorify God, else we cannot move one step towards it, As there must be an heart in us inclining of us to glorify God, Else we cannot move one step towards it, p-acp a-acp vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp pno12 vvg pp-f pno12 pc-acp vvi np1, av pns12 vmbx vvi crd n1 p-acp pn31, (10) part (DIV1) 309 Page 185
2145 so there must be a way according to which we are to encline our selves hereunto. so there must be a Way according to which we Are to incline our selves hereunto. av pc-acp vmb vbi dt n1 vvg p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi po12 n2 av. (10) part (DIV1) 309 Page 185
2146 It is certain that there are those things whereby God is dishonoured in the lives of the Children of men as well as those whereby they do honour him; It is certain that there Are those things whereby God is dishonoured in the lives of the Children of men as well as those whereby they do honour him; pn31 vbz j cst a-acp vbr d n2 c-crq np1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2 c-acp av c-acp d c-crq pns32 vdb vvi pno31; (10) part (DIV1) 309 Page 185
2147 and how should the man be able either to avoid the one, or rightly to prosecute the other, and how should the man be able either to avoid the one, or rightly to prosecute the other, cc q-crq vmd dt n1 vbb j av-d pc-acp vvi dt pi, cc av-jn p-acp vvb dt n-jn, (10) part (DIV1) 309 Page 186
2148 except he have something to guide his steps, and order his Conversation by? for this therefore there must be a Rule laid before him, except he have something to guide his steps, and order his Conversation by? for this Therefore there must be a Rule laid before him, c-acp pns31 vhb pi pc-acp vvi po31 n2, cc vvi po31 n1 p-acp? p-acp d av pc-acp vmb vbi dt n1 vvn p-acp pno31, (10) part (DIV1) 309 Page 186
2149 hence God tells them, Mic. 6 8. He hath shewn thee Oh man, what is good and what doth the Lord require of thee, hence God tells them, Mic. 6 8. He hath shown thee O man, what is good and what does the Lord require of thee, av np1 vvz pno32, np1 crd crd pns31 vhz vvn pno21 uh n1, r-crq vbz j cc r-crq vdz dt n1 vvb pp-f pno21, (10) part (DIV1) 309 Page 186
2150 but to d• justice, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God? the promise therefore is made to such as live conformably to this Rule, Gal. 6. 16. As many as walk according to this Rule, peace be on them, and mercy; but to d• Justice, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God? the promise Therefore is made to such as live conformably to this Rule, Gal. 6. 16. As many as walk according to this Rule, peace be on them, and mercy; cc-acp p-acp n1 n1, cc pc-acp vvi n1, cc pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp po21 n1? dt n1 av vbz vvn p-acp d c-acp vvi av-j p-acp d n1, np1 crd crd p-acp d c-acp vvi vvg p-acp d n1, n1 vbb p-acp pno32, cc n1; (10) part (DIV1) 309 Page 186
2151 and it is the alone prerogative of God, not only to require Service of his Creature, which it ows to him as he is its supream Lord and Owner, and it is the alone prerogative of God, not only to require Service of his Creature, which it ows to him as he is its supreme Lord and Owner, cc pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1, xx av-j pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f po31 n1, r-crq pn31 vvz p-acp pno31 c-acp pns31 vbz po31 j n1 cc n1, (10) part (DIV1) 309 Page 186
2152 but also to prescribe to it how and wherein he will be Served by it. He who is our Lord and King, is our Law giver too,. but also to prescribe to it how and wherein he will be Served by it. He who is our Lord and King, is our Law giver too,. cc-acp av pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 c-crq cc c-crq pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn31. pns31 r-crq vbz po12 n1 cc n1, vbz po12 n1 n1 av,. (10) part (DIV1) 309 Page 186
2153 Isa. 33. 22. And he must some way or other reveal this to them that are concerned in it, Isaiah 33. 22. And he must Some Way or other reveal this to them that Are concerned in it, np1 crd crd cc pns31 vmb d n1 cc n-jn vvi d p-acp pno32 cst vbr vvn p-acp pn31, (10) part (DIV1) 309 Page 186
2154 how else should they know how to order their conversation aright, so as to see his Salvation? It is by this Rule that they are to square all their actions; how Else should they know how to order their Conversation aright, so as to see his Salvation? It is by this Rule that they Are to square all their actions; c-crq av vmd pns32 vvi c-crq pc-acp vvb po32 n1 av, av c-acp pc-acp vvi po31 n1? pn31 vbz p-acp d n1 cst pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi d po32 n2; (10) part (DIV1) 309 Page 186
2155 they must therefore look upon it, and apply it to every step ▪ David saith, Psal. 119. 105. Thy word is a light to my feet, they must Therefore look upon it, and apply it to every step ▪ David Says, Psalm 119. 105. Thy word is a Light to my feet, pns32 vmb av vvi p-acp pn31, cc vvi pn31 p-acp d n1 ▪ np1 vvz, np1 crd crd po21 n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp po11 n2, (10) part (DIV1) 309 Page 186
2156 and a lamp to my path; but this it cannot be except they be acquainted with it; and a lamp to my path; but this it cannot be except they be acquainted with it; cc dt n1 p-acp po11 n1; p-acp d pn31 vmbx vbi j pns32 vbb vvn p-acp pn31; (10) part (DIV1) 309 Page 186
2157 so that they must receive it from him in order to their practising of it, 1 Thes. 4. 1. We exhort you by the Lord Jesus Christ, that as ye have received of us how you ought to walk, so that they must receive it from him in order to their practising of it, 1 Thebes 4. 1. We exhort you by the Lord jesus christ, that as you have received of us how you ought to walk, av cst pns32 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp pno31 p-acp n1 p-acp po32 vvg pp-f pn31, crd np1 crd crd pns12 vvb pn22 p-acp dt n1 np1 np1, cst c-acp pn22 vhb vvn pp-f pno12 c-crq pn22 vmd pc-acp vvi, (10) part (DIV1) 309 Page 186
2158 and to please God, so ye would abound more and more. 6. The Moral Law was at first given to man to be this Rule. and to please God, so you would abound more and more. 6. The Moral Law was At First given to man to be this Rule. cc pc-acp vvi np1, av pn22 vmd vvi dc cc av-dc. crd dt j n1 vbds p-acp ord vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi d vvi. (10) part (DIV1) 309 Page 186
2159 As there is a Common Government which God exerciseth over the Creation, so there is a Special Government by which he leads Intelligent & Rational Agents to the end they are appointed to: As there is a Common Government which God Exerciseth over the Creation, so there is a Special Government by which he leads Intelligent & Rational Agents to the end they Are appointed to: p-acp pc-acp vbz dt j n1 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp dt n1, av pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz j cc j n2 p-acp dt n1 pns32 vbr vvn p-acp: (10) part (DIV1) 310 Page 187
2160 Now this Law was the Rule of Gods special Government with respect to mankind. Now this Law was the Rule of God's special Government with respect to mankind. av d n1 vbds dt n1 pp-f npg1 j n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1. (10) part (DIV1) 310 Page 187
2161 This Law is by some made the same with, and by others divers from the law of nature; This Law is by Some made the same with, and by Others diverse from the law of nature; d n1 vbz p-acp d vvd dt d p-acp, cc p-acp n2-jn j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (10) part (DIV1) 310 Page 187
2162 but if we reckon the law of nature, to be that which was engraven on the heart of man at the first, it may be well reckoned for the same. but if we reckon the law of nature, to be that which was engraven on the heart of man At the First, it may be well reckoned for the same. cc-acp cs pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vbi d r-crq vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt ord, pn31 vmb vbi av vvn p-acp dt d. (10) part (DIV1) 310 Page 187
2163 This was every way suited to the nature of man; This was every Way suited to the nature of man; d vbds d n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (10) part (DIV1) 310 Page 187
2164 it was fitted for the guiding of such a creature to its last end, in all the things in which he was concerned: it was fitted for the guiding of such a creature to its last end, in all the things in which he was concerned: pn31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d dt n1 p-acp po31 ord n1, p-acp d dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbds vvn: (10) part (DIV1) 310 Page 187
2165 The sanctified understanding in man, during his state of integrity, not only could read the inscriptions of it on his heart, The sanctified understanding in man, during his state of integrity, not only could read the inscriptions of it on his heart, dt vvd vvg p-acp n1, p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1, xx av-j vmd vvi dt n2 pp-f pn31 p-acp po31 n1, (10) part (DIV1) 310 Page 187
2166 but saw and approved the reasonableness and equity of it; but saw and approved the reasonableness and equity of it; cc-acp vvd cc vvn dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31; (10) part (DIV1) 310 Page 187
2167 yea, the convictions of a natural Conscience in fallen man, do prove that he cannot withstand the righteousness of it, Rom. 2. 14, 15. Man was to obey this Law in all things, yea, the convictions of a natural Conscience in fallen man, do prove that he cannot withstand the righteousness of it, Rom. 2. 14, 15. Man was to obey this Law in all things, uh, dt n2 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp vvn n1, vdb vvi cst pns31 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31, np1 crd crd, crd n1 vbds pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp d n2, (10) part (DIV1) 310 Page 187
2168 and to be happy in that Obedience, Rom. 10. 5. The man that doth these things shall live by thèm; and to be happy in that obedience, Rom. 10. 5. The man that does these things shall live by thèm; cc pc-acp vbi j p-acp d n1, np1 crd crd dt n1 cst vdz d n2 vmb vvi p-acp n1; (10) part (DIV1) 310 Page 187
2169 & see, Jam. 1. 25. The threatning indeed was annexed to the Sacrament of that Covenant, Gen. 2 17. In the day thou eatest thereof thou shalt surely dy; & see, Jam. 1. 25. The threatening indeed was annexed to the Sacrament of that Covenant, Gen. 2 17. In the day thou Eatest thereof thou shalt surely die; cc vvi, np1 crd crd dt n-vvg av vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, np1 crd crd p-acp dt n1 pns21 vv2 av pns21 vm2 av-j vvi; (10) part (DIV1) 310 Page 187
2170 but every Article in it, or precept of it being ratified by that Seal, it so sealed up and confirmed the whole of it unto man, but every Article in it, or precept of it being ratified by that Seal, it so sealed up and confirmed the Whole of it unto man, p-acp d n1 p-acp pn31, cc n1 pp-f pn31 vbg vvn p-acp d n1, pn31 av vvd a-acp cc vvn dt j-jn pp-f pn31 p-acp n1, (10) part (DIV1) 310 Page 188
2171 and had a reference to every duty that was contained therein. and had a Referente to every duty that was contained therein. cc vhd dt n1 p-acp d n1 cst vbds vvn av. (10) part (DIV1) 310 Page 188
2172 This was the same Law which had a new edition of it at Mount Sinai, where God published it, This was the same Law which had a new edition of it At Mount Sinai, where God published it, d vbds dt d n1 r-crq vhd dt j n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp vvb np1, c-crq np1 vvd pn31, (10) part (DIV1) 310 Page 188
2173 and registred it on Tables of Stone, & summed it up in ten Precepts, which comprized in them the summe and substance of mans duty, and registered it on Tables of Stone, & summed it up in ten Precepts, which comprised in them the sum and substance of men duty, cc vvn pn31 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cc vvd pn31 a-acp p-acp crd n2, r-crq vvd p-acp pno32 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f ng1 n1, (10) part (DIV1) 310 Page 188
2174 and wherein he was bound to Serve and Glorifie God in his whole course, reaching both his heart and his life, the matter, manner & end of all he did. and wherein he was bound to Serve and glorify God in his Whole course, reaching both his heart and his life, the matter, manner & end of all he did. cc c-crq pns31 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi np1 p-acp po31 j-jn n1, vvg d po31 n1 cc po31 n1, dt n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f d pns31 vdd. (10) part (DIV1) 310 Page 188
2175 7. Though the Sanctions of that Law as a Covenant be removed, in respect to believers; 7. Though the Sanctions of that Law as a Covenant be removed, in respect to believers; crd cs dt n2 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n1 vbi vvn, p-acp n1 p-acp n2; (10) part (DIV1) 311 Page 188
2176 yet as a Rule, it abides for ever. yet as a Rule, it abides for ever. av c-acp dt n1, pn31 vvz p-acp av. (10) part (DIV1) 311 Page 188
2177 Under the Covenant of Grace, neither is the promise of bestowing a reward of life upon mens performing of perfect personal Obedience, Under the Covenant of Grace, neither is the promise of bestowing a reward of life upon men's performing of perfect personal obedience, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av-dx vbz dt n1 pp-f vvg dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp ng2 vvg pp-f j j n1, (10) part (DIV1) 311 Page 188
2178 nor the threatning of punishing the least defect in that Obedience with death, any longer of force in regard of the Children of God: nor the threatening of punishing the least defect in that obedience with death, any longer of force in regard of the Children of God: ccx dt n-vvg pp-f vvg dt ds n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp n1, d av-jc pp-f n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1: (10) part (DIV1) 311 Page 188
2179 and the reason is, because the Law of Works hath ceased to be a Covenant to them, upon their accepting the terms of, and the reason is, Because the Law of Works hath ceased to be a Covenant to them, upon their accepting the terms of, cc dt n1 vbz, c-acp dt n1 pp-f vvz vhz vvd pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp pno32, p-acp po32 vvg dt n2 pp-f, (10) part (DIV1) 311 Page 188
2180 and being admitted into the Covenant of Grace. and being admitted into the Covenant of Grace. cc vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (10) part (DIV1) 311 Page 188
2181 We do now stand upon other terms with God, through Christ in the New Covenant, whereof we are partakers by faith in him. We do now stand upon other terms with God, through christ in the New Covenant, whereof we Are partakers by faith in him. pns12 vdb av vvi p-acp j-jn n2 p-acp np1, p-acp np1 p-acp dt j n1, c-crq pns12 vbr n2 p-acp n1 p-acp pno31. (10) part (DIV1) 311 Page 188
2182 But still the Precepts of the Moral Law abide on us as our Duty, there never was any repeal of the Command; But still the Precepts of the Moral Law abide on us as our Duty, there never was any repeal of the Command; p-acp av dt n2 pp-f dt j n1 vvi p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 n1, a-acp av-x vbds d n1 pp-f dt n1; (10) part (DIV1) 311 Page 188
2183 nor indeed can they ever cease to be a Rule to man, for the guiding of him in the right ordering of his Conversation, inasmuch as they are every way suited to the nature of man, considered as being made on purpose for the actual glorifying of God; nor indeed can they ever cease to be a Rule to man, for the guiding of him in the right ordering of his Conversation, inasmuch as they Are every Way suited to the nature of man, considered as being made on purpose for the actual glorifying of God; ccx av vmb pns32 av vvb pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pno31 p-acp dt av-jn vvg pp-f po31 n1, av c-acp pns32 vbr d n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvn p-acp vbg vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt j vvg pp-f np1; (10) part (DIV1) 311 Page 189
2184 so that if we would actually glorify him as men, we must do it in compliance with these precepts. so that if we would actually Glorify him as men, we must do it in compliance with these Precepts. av cst cs pns12 vmd av-j vvi pno31 p-acp n2, pns12 vmb vdi pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp d n2. (10) part (DIV1) 311 Page 189
2185 All that is contained in this rule is reduced to those two heads, Mat. 22. 37, 39. Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thine heart, All that is contained in this Rule is reduced to those two Heads, Mathew 22. 37, 39. Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thine heart, av-d d vbz vvn p-acp d n1 vbz vvn p-acp d crd n2, np1 crd crd, crd pns21 vm2 vvi dt n1 po21 n1 p-acp d po21 n1, (10) part (DIV1) 311 Page 189
2186 and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind; and thou shalt love thy neighbour as thy self. and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind; and thou shalt love thy neighbour as thy self. cc p-acp d po21 n1, cc p-acp d po21 n1; cc pns21 vm2 vvi po21 n1 p-acp po21 n1. (10) part (DIV1) 311 Page 189
2187 And this can never cease to be our duty, so long as we are men; And this can never cease to be our duty, so long as we Are men; cc d vmb av-x vvi pc-acp vbi po12 n1, av av-j c-acp pns12 vbr n2; (10) part (DIV1) 311 Page 189
2188 nothing can discharge us from the obligation of loving God and our neighbour, inasmuch as the Relation we bear to both cannot cease, nothing can discharge us from the obligation of loving God and our neighbour, inasmuch as the Relation we bear to both cannot cease, pix vmb vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-vvg np1 cc po12 n1, av c-acp dt n1 pns12 vvb p-acp d vmbx vvi, (10) part (DIV1) 311 Page 189
2189 and the duty is inseparable from such a Relation. It is also certain that all of these Duties are reinforced in the Gospel; and the duty is inseparable from such a Relation. It is also certain that all of these Duties Are reinforced in the Gospel; cc dt n1 vbz j p-acp d dt n1. pn31 vbz av j cst d pp-f d n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1; (10) part (DIV1) 311 Page 189
2190 or under the dispensation of the Kingdom of Grace; or under the Dispensation of the Kingdom of Grace; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1; (10) part (DIV1) 311 Page 189
2191 and may be all of them found on record in the preceptive part of the New-Testament, required of Christians, as they would walk worthy of the vocation with which they are called; and may be all of them found on record in the preceptive part of the New testament, required of Christians, as they would walk worthy of the vocation with which they Are called; cc vmb vbi d pp-f pno32 vvd p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, vvn pp-f np1, c-acp pns32 vmd vvi j pp-f dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr vvn; (10) part (DIV1) 311 Page 189
2192 and are therefore called New Commands, because they are there reinforced with arguments fetcht from the consideration of the Grace of God appearing to us; and Are Therefore called New Commands, Because they Are there reinforced with Arguments fetched from the consideration of the Grace of God appearing to us; cc vbr av vvn av-j vvz, c-acp pns32 vbr a-acp vvn p-acp n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg p-acp pno12; (10) part (DIV1) 311 Page 189
2193 we have this summarily commended to us in, Tit. 2. 11, 12. The Grace of God which brings Salvation hath appeared to all men; we have this summarily commended to us in, Tit. 2. 11, 12. The Grace of God which brings Salvation hath appeared to all men; pns12 vhb d av-j vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp, np1 crd crd, crd dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vvz n1 vhz vvn p-acp d n2; (10) part (DIV1) 311 Page 189
2194 teaching us, that denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously and godly in this present world. teaching us, that denying ungodliness and worldly Lustiest, we should live soberly, righteously and godly in this present world. vvg pno12, cst vvg n1 cc j n2, pns12 vmd vvi av-j, av-j cc j p-acp d j n1. (10) part (DIV1) 311 Page 190
2195 Under which three heads, are comprized all those duties which are required in and by the Moral Law. Under which three Heads, Are comprised all those duties which Are required in and by the Moral Law. p-acp r-crq crd n2, vbr vvd d d n2 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp cc p-acp dt j n1. (10) part (DIV1) 311 Page 190
2196 8. That all the Commands of the New-Covenant, which are purely Evangelical, are inclusively Comprehended in this Rule. 8. That all the Commands of the New-covenant, which Are purely Evangelical, Are inclusively Comprehended in this Rule. crd cst d dt vvz pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbr av-j np1, vbr av-j vvn p-acp d n1. (10) part (DIV1) 312 Page 190
2197 It is to be observed, that there are some Duties introduced by the New Covenant, It is to be observed, that there Are Some Duties introduced by the New Covenant, pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, cst a-acp vbr d n2 vvd p-acp dt j n1, (10) part (DIV1) 312 Page 190
2198 and are enjoyned on all such unto whom it is promulgated, which were not Duties incumbent on man whiles he continued in a state of Integrity, such as Faith in Jesus Christ, Repentance unto life, and the several things that are contained in these, and Are enjoined on all such unto whom it is promulgated, which were not Duties incumbent on man while he continued in a state of Integrity, such as Faith in jesus christ, Repentance unto life, and the several things that Are contained in these, cc vbr vvn p-acp d d p-acp ro-crq pn31 vbz vvn, r-crq vbdr xx n2 vvn p-acp n1 cs pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, d c-acp n1 p-acp np1 np1, n1 p-acp n1, cc dt j n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp d, (10) part (DIV1) 312 Page 190
2199 as they point to us the way for fallen man to recover Gods favour, and obtain eternal Salvation; as they point to us the Way for fallen man to recover God's favour, and obtain Eternal Salvation; c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp pno12 dt n1 c-acp vvn n1 pc-acp vvi npg1 n1, cc vvi j n1; (10) part (DIV1) 312 Page 190
2200 and indeed these Duties were inconsistent with that state. Man had not forfeited himself to the Law, and so needed not a Redeemer; and indeed these Duties were inconsistent with that state. Man had not forfeited himself to the Law, and so needed not a Redeemer; cc av d n2 vbdr j p-acp d n1. n1 vhd xx vvn px31 p-acp dt n1, cc av vvd xx dt n1; (10) part (DIV1) 312 Page 190
2201 he stood in his uprightness, and was defiled with no sin, and had no occasion for Repentance ▪ These Duties therefore were not immediately comprized in the law of nature, he stood in his uprightness, and was defiled with no since, and had no occasion for Repentance ▪ These Duties Therefore were not immediately comprised in the law of nature, pns31 vvd p-acp po31 n1, cc vbds vvn p-acp dx n1, cc vhd dx n1 p-acp n1 ▪ d n2 av vbdr xx av-j vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (10) part (DIV1) 312 Page 190
2202 nor was man in Innocency able by the improvement of his reason, to gather that there were any such Duties hypothe•ically belonging to his Rule. nor was man in Innocency able by the improvement of his reason, to gather that there were any such Duties hypothe•ically belonging to his Rule. ccx vbds n1 p-acp n1 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pc-acp vvi cst pc-acp vbdr d d n2 av-j vvg p-acp po31 n1. (10) part (DIV1) 312 Page 190
2203 Nor is it to be supposed, that when God at first indented with man in the Covenant of Works, Nor is it to be supposed, that when God At First indented with man in the Covenant of Works, ccx vbz pn31 pc-acp vbi vvn, cst c-crq np1 p-acp ord vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvz, (10) part (DIV1) 312 Page 190
2204 and warned him aagainst disobedience, by shewing him the threatning; and warned him against disobedience, by showing him the threatening; cc vvd pno31 p-acp n1, p-acp vvg pno31 dt vvg; (10) part (DIV1) 312 Page 191
2205 that he made any discovery to him of an hope that in case of his miscarriage he might be saved, that he made any discovery to him of an hope that in case of his miscarriage he might be saved, cst pns31 vvd d n1 p-acp pno31 pp-f dt n1 cst p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1 pns31 vmd vbi vvn, (10) part (DIV1) 312 Page 191
2206 or that he foretold a way of his recovery, in case he ruined himself by trespassing against the command, or that he foretold a Way of his recovery, in case he ruined himself by trespassing against the command, cc cst pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp n1 pns31 vvd px31 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1, (10) part (DIV1) 312 Page 191
2207 and bringing of himself under the threatning: doubtless he reserved this for the Opening of the Covenant of Grace: and bringing of himself under the threatening: doubtless he reserved this for the Opening of the Covenant of Grace: cc vvg pp-f px31 p-acp dt j-vvg: av-j pns31 vvd d p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1: (10) part (DIV1) 312 Page 191
2208 and till he so made it known, man could not possibly so much as guess at such a thing. and till he so made it known, man could not possibly so much as guess At such a thing. cc c-acp pns31 av vvd pn31 vvn, n1 vmd xx av-j av av-d c-acp vvi p-acp d dt n1. (10) part (DIV1) 312 Page 191
2209 However, there is thus much contained in the Moral Law, and the light of nature clearly discovered to man at first, viz. that the rightful authority and supremacy that God hath over all men, claims a liberty for him at any time to enjoyn man in any thing, However, there is thus much contained in the Moral Law, and the Light of nature clearly discovered to man At First, viz. that the rightful Authority and supremacy that God hath over all men, claims a liberty for him At any time to enjoin man in any thing, c-acp, pc-acp vbz av av-d vvn p-acp dt j n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 av-j vvn p-acp n1 p-acp ord, n1 cst dt j n1 cc n1 cst np1 vhz p-acp d n2, vvz dt n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d n1, (10) part (DIV1) 312 Page 191
2210 and make it his duty by vertue of his command to do it, if it be within the power which he at first endowed him withal; and make it his duty by virtue of his command to do it, if it be within the power which he At First endowed him withal; cc vvi pn31 po31 n1 p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1 pc-acp vdi pn31, cs pn31 vbb p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 p-acp ord vvd pno31 av; (10) part (DIV1) 312 Page 191
2211 and consequently that he ows Obedience to God in whatsoever he shall at any time declare to be his will; and consequently that he ows obedience to God in whatsoever he shall At any time declare to be his will; cc av-j cst pns31 vvz n1 p-acp np1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vmb p-acp d n1 vvi pc-acp vbi po31 n1; (10) part (DIV1) 312 Page 191
2212 hereupon Positive Commands oblige men by the light of nature, as well as Natural duties, supposing there be a Revelation of them made to them. hereupon Positive Commands oblige men by the Light of nature, as well as Natural duties, supposing there be a Revelation of them made to them. av j vvz vvi n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp av c-acp j n2, vvg pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f pno32 vvd p-acp pno32. (10) part (DIV1) 312 Page 191
2213 We find therefore that God at first exerted this authority over our first Parents, when he put them into the Garden, by an arbitrary exempting the Tree of Knowledge from their eating of it, under pain of death; We find Therefore that God At First exerted this Authority over our First Parents, when he put them into the Garden, by an arbitrary exempting the Tree of Knowledge from their eating of it, under pain of death; pns12 vvb av cst np1 p-acp ord vvn d n1 p-acp po12 ord n2, c-crq pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt j-jn vvg dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po32 n-vvg pp-f pn31, p-acp n1 pp-f n1; (10) part (DIV1) 312 Page 191
2214 nor did they dispute, but acknowledge his Soveraignty over them in that regard, though afterwards the adversary used it as a snare to draw them into Sin. And how many such positive Precepts did God give to Israel of which he renders 〈 ◊ 〉 other reason but this, I am the Lord? Hence there fore, nor did they dispute, but acknowledge his Sovereignty over them in that regard, though afterwards the adversary used it as a snare to draw them into Sin. And how many such positive Precepts did God give to Israel of which he renders 〈 ◊ 〉 other reason but this, I am the Lord? Hence there before, ccx vdd pns32 vvi, cc-acp vvb po31 n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp d n1, cs av dt n1 vvd pn31 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp np1 cc c-crq d d j n2 vdd np1 vvi p-acp np1 pp-f r-crq pns31 vvz 〈 sy 〉 n-jn n1 p-acp d, pns11 vbm dt n1? av a-acp a-acp, (10) part (DIV1) 312 Page 192
2215 when God once reveals to fallen men that it is his will that they should repent and believe, in order to their being made partakers in Pardon and Salvation, it becomes their bounden duty, by vertue of that Command, that they so do; when God once reveals to fallen men that it is his will that they should Repent and believe, in order to their being made partakers in Pardon and Salvation, it becomes their bounden duty, by virtue of that Command, that they so do; c-crq np1 a-acp vvz p-acp vvn n2 cst pn31 vbz po31 n1 cst pns32 vmd vvi cc vvi, p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n1 vvd n2 p-acp n1 cc n1, pn31 vvz po32 vvn n1, p-acp n1 pp-f d n1, cst pns32 av vdb; (10) part (DIV1) 312 Page 192
2216 and not only will they miss of Salvation if they neglect to comply with these terms on which it is offered; and not only will they miss of Salvation if they neglect to comply with these terms on which it is offered; cc xx av-j vmb pns32 vvi pp-f n1 cs pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2 p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz vvn; (10) part (DIV1) 312 Page 192
2217 but they will thereby Sin against God, and so aggravate their Guilt; but they will thereby since against God, and so aggravate their Gilded; cc-acp pns32 vmb av n1 p-acp np1, cc av vvi po32 j-vvn; (10) part (DIV1) 312 Page 192
2218 and in this respect the Gospel may well be called the Law of Christ. Hence we are told, Acts 17. 30. Now God commandeth all men every where to repent. i. e. and in this respect the Gospel may well be called the Law of christ. Hence we Are told, Acts 17. 30. Now God commands all men every where to Repent. i. e. cc p-acp d n1 dt n1 vmb av vbi vvn dt n1 pp-f np1. av pns12 vbr vvn, n2 crd crd av np1 vvz d n2 d c-crq pc-acp vvi. sy. sy. (10) part (DIV1) 312 Page 192
2219 Now when the Gospel is promulgated; Now when the Gospel is promulgated; av c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn; (10) part (DIV1) 312 Page 192
2220 and 1 Joh. 3. 23. This is his Commandment, that we should believe on the name of his Son Jesus Christ. and 1 John 3. 23. This is his Commandment, that we should believe on the name of his Son jesus christ. cc crd np1 crd crd d vbz po31 n1, cst pns12 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 np1 np1. (10) part (DIV1) 312 Page 192
2221 9 This being a perfect Rule, requires every sort of personal perfection in us. 9 This being a perfect Rule, requires every sort of personal perfection in us. crd d vbg dt j n1, vvz d n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp pno12. (10) part (DIV1) 313 Page 192
2222 Our perfection must needs consist in our conformity to the Rule of it, and if so, we cannot be entirely perfect, Our perfection must needs consist in our conformity to the Rule of it, and if so, we cannot be entirely perfect, po12 n1 vmb av vvi p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc cs av, pns12 vmbx vbi av-j j, (10) part (DIV1) 313 Page 192
2223 unless our conformity be as large as the duties which are required by it: unless our conformity be as large as the duties which Are required by it: cs po12 n1 vbb a-acp j c-acp dt n2 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp pn31: (10) part (DIV1) 313 Page 192
2224 and that not only in all the parts of it, by answering to every precept in it, and that not only in all the parts of it, by answering to every precept in it, cc cst xx av-j p-acp d dt n2 pp-f pn31, p-acp vvg p-acp d n1 p-acp pn31, (10) part (DIV1) 313 Page 192
2225 and having a respect to all the Commandments of God; and having a respect to all the commandments of God; cc vhg dt n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f np1; (10) part (DIV1) 313 Page 192
2226 but also in the degrees of our compliance with it, which must consist in such an Holiness, but also in the Degrees of our compliance with it, which must consist in such an Holiness, p-acp av p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp pn31, r-crq vmb vvi p-acp d dt n1, (10) part (DIV1) 313 Page 193
2227 as hath not the least mixture of the contrary in it; as hath not the least mixture of the contrary in it; c-acp vhz xx dt ds n1 pp-f dt j-jn p-acp pn31; (10) part (DIV1) 313 Page 193
2228 that doth not only do the thing, but doth it with that accuracy that there be nothing wanting in the matter of it, with that diligence that we never fail either in omission or commission, with that intenseness of love, that hath no mixture of reluctancy, that does not only do the thing, but does it with that accuracy that there be nothing wanting in the matter of it, with that diligence that we never fail either in omission or commission, with that intenseness of love, that hath no mixture of reluctancy, cst vdz xx av-j vdi dt n1, cc-acp vdz pn31 p-acp d n1 cst pc-acp vbi pix vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, p-acp d n1 cst pns12 av-x vvi av-d p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, cst vhz dx n1 pp-f n1, (10) part (DIV1) 313 Page 193
2229 or backwardness, with that singleness of heart that hath no allay or mixture of any sinister aimes or ends; or backwardness, with that singleness of heart that hath no allay or mixture of any sinister aims or ends; cc n1, p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 cst vhz dx n1 cc n1 pp-f d j n2 cc n2; (10) part (DIV1) 313 Page 193
2230 and with that constancy that we hold on without wavering to the end; and with that constancy that we hold on without wavering to the end; cc p-acp d n1 cst pns12 vvb a-acp p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1; (10) part (DIV1) 313 Page 193
2231 which though none of the Children of God ever did or shall, in this life attain unto, which though none of the Children of God ever did or shall, in this life attain unto, r-crq cs pix pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 av vdd cc vmb, p-acp d n1 vvi p-acp, (10) part (DIV1) 313 Page 193
2232 yet it is the perfection which we are called to aspire after, and not to rest in any thing short of it, yet it is the perfection which we Are called to aspire After, and not to rest in any thing short of it, av pn31 vbz dt n1 r-crq pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi a-acp, cc xx pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 j pp-f pn31, (10) part (DIV1) 313 Page 193
2233 but to be in an earnest pursuit of it, as long as we abide here, and till we reach it in the Kingdom of Glory. but to be in an earnest pursuit of it, as long as we abide Here, and till we reach it in the Kingdom of Glory. cc-acp pc-acp vbi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31, c-acp av-j c-acp pns12 vvb av, cc c-acp pns12 vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (10) part (DIV1) 313 Page 193
2234 And that this is required of us will appear, if we consider; 1. That every thing short of this Perfection is moral impurity. And that this is required of us will appear, if we Consider; 1. That every thing short of this Perfection is moral impurity. cc cst d vbz vvn pp-f pno12 vmb vvi, cs pns12 vvb; crd cst d n1 j pp-f d n1 vbz j n1. (10) part (DIV1) 313 Page 193
2235 The Command is the Rule of our Holiness; and if so, then the perfection of our Holiness must consist in our being commensurate to that Rule: The Command is the Rule of our Holiness; and if so, then the perfection of our Holiness must consist in our being commensurate to that Rule: dt n1 vbz dt vvb pp-f po12 n1; cc cs av, cs dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vmb vvi p-acp po12 vbg j p-acp d n1: (10) part (DIV1) 314 Page 193
2236 and whatsoever is contraty to Holiness is impurity; and whatsoever is contraty to Holiness is impurity; cc r-crq vbz j p-acp n1 vbz n1; (10) part (DIV1) 314 Page 193
2237 and consequently in what degree soever we come short of this measure, it is by reason of a moral deficiency in us with respect to this Rule; and consequently in what degree soever we come short of this measure, it is by reason of a moral deficiency in us with respect to this Rule; cc av-j p-acp r-crq n1 av pns12 vvb j pp-f d n1, pn31 vbz p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp n1 p-acp d n1; (10) part (DIV1) 314 Page 193
2238 and that can proceed from nothing but sinful imperfection, which must needs render us so far impure. and that can proceed from nothing but sinful imperfection, which must needs render us so Far impure. cc cst vmb vvi p-acp pix cc-acp j n1, r-crq vmb av vvi pno12 av av-j j. (10) part (DIV1) 314 Page 194
2239 Now the Holy God who loves Holiness, cannot be well pleased with any thing that he seeth in us, that is of another tincture. Now the Holy God who loves Holiness, cannot be well pleased with any thing that he sees in us, that is of Another tincture. av dt j np1 r-crq vvz n1, vmbx vbi av vvn p-acp d n1 cst pns31 vvz p-acp pno12, cst vbz pp-f j-jn n1. (10) part (DIV1) 314 Page 194
2240 He may and doth love our persons in Christ, which love of his is unchangeable, and nothing in us shall ever be able to separate us from it. He may and does love our Persons in christ, which love of his is unchangeable, and nothing in us shall ever be able to separate us from it. pns31 vmb cc vdz vvi po12 n2 p-acp np1, r-crq n1 pp-f png31 vbz j-u, cc pix p-acp pno12 vmb av vbi j pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp pn31. (10) part (DIV1) 314 Page 194
2241 He also loveth his Graces which are in us, they being the fruits of his own Holy Spirit; He also loves his Graces which Are in us, they being the fruits of his own Holy Spirit; pns31 av vvz po31 n2 r-crq vbr p-acp pno12, pns32 vbg dt n2 pp-f po31 d j n1; (10) part (DIV1) 314 Page 194
2242 and so far as they are exercised by us, so far he smells a sweet savour in the Services that we do. and so Far as they Are exercised by us, so Far he smells a sweet savour in the Services that we do. cc av av-j c-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp pno12, av av-j pns31 vvz dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 cst pns12 vdb. (10) part (DIV1) 314 Page 194
2243 But for all this, so far as we come short by reason of sin in us, But for all this, so Far as we come short by reason of since in us, p-acp p-acp d d, av av-j c-acp pns12 vvb j p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12, (10) part (DIV1) 314 Page 194
2244 and the mixture of it with any thing that we engage in, so far is there something in us which is not grateful to him, according to, Heb. 1. 13. Thou art of purer eyes than to behold evil, and the mixture of it with any thing that we engage in, so Far is there something in us which is not grateful to him, according to, Hebrew 1. 13. Thou art of Purer eyes than to behold evil, cc dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp d n1 cst pns12 vvb p-acp, av av-j vbz a-acp pi p-acp pno12 r-crq vbz xx j p-acp pno31, vvg pc-acp, np1 crd crd pns21 vb2r pp-f jc n2 cs pc-acp vvi j-jn, (10) part (DIV1) 314 Page 194
2245 and canst not look on iniquity. and Canst not look on iniquity. cc vm2 xx vvi p-acp n1. (10) part (DIV1) 314 Page 194
2246 Which must needs intend a look of approbation, for his Infinite Omniscience cannot but behold it so as to know it. Which must needs intend a look of approbation, for his Infinite Omniscience cannot but behold it so as to know it. r-crq vmb av vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp po31 j n1 vmbx p-acp vvi pn31 av c-acp pc-acp vvi pn31. (10) part (DIV1) 314 Page 194
2247 And certainly it concerns us not to rest or be satisfied so long as there remains any thing in us which is ingrateful to this Holy God, which there will be so long as we abide short of sinless perfection. And Certainly it concerns us not to rest or be satisfied so long as there remains any thing in us which is ingrateful to this Holy God, which there will be so long as we abide short of sinless perfection. cc av-j pn31 vvz pno12 xx pc-acp vvi cc vbi vvn av av-j c-acp pc-acp vvz d n1 p-acp pno12 r-crq vbz j p-acp d j np1, r-crq a-acp vmb vbi av av-j c-acp pns12 vvb j pp-f j n1. (10) part (DIV1) 314 Page 194
2248 2. That sincere Christians are commanded to grow in Grace. 2. That sincere Christians Are commanded to grow in Grace. crd cst j np1 vbr vvn p-acp vvb p-acp n1. (10) part (DIV1) 315 Page 194
2249 This is a Gospel precept enjoyned us by the Spirit of God, 2 Pet. 3. •8. But grow in Grace. This is a Gospel precept enjoined us by the Spirit of God, 2 Pet. 3. •8. But grow in Grace. d vbz dt n1 n1 vvd pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, crd np1 crd n1. cc-acp vvb p-acp n1. (10) part (DIV1) 315 Page 194
2250 Now this command presumes that there is truth and uprightness in us; that there is a new principle of Holiness infused into us; Now this command Presumest that there is truth and uprightness in us; that there is a new principle of Holiness infused into us; av d n1 vv2 d pc-acp vbz n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12; cst pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp pno12; (10) part (DIV1) 315 Page 195
2251 for we must have Grace in us, before we can grow in it. Where there is not life, there cannot be growth: for we must have Grace in us, before we can grow in it. Where there is not life, there cannot be growth: c-acp pns12 vmb vhi n1 p-acp pno12, c-acp pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pn31. c-crq pc-acp vbz xx n1, a-acp vmbx vbi n1: (10) part (DIV1) 315 Page 195
2252 there must be a beginning in order to a progress; there must be a beginning in order to a progress; pc-acp vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1; (10) part (DIV1) 315 Page 195
2253 and as this is a duty of all new Converts, in whom the Seeds of all the Graces of the Spirit are sown, as, 1 Pet. 2. 2. As new born babes desire the sincere milk of the word, that ye may grow thereby. and as this is a duty of all new Converts, in whom the Seeds of all the Graces of the Spirit Are sown, as, 1 Pet. 2. 2. As new born babes desire the sincere milk of the word, that you may grow thereby. cc c-acp d vbz dt n1 pp-f d j vvz, p-acp ro-crq dt n2 pp-f d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr vvn, c-acp, crd np1 crd crd p-acp j j-vvn n2 vvb dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cst pn22 vmb vvi av. (10) part (DIV1) 315 Page 195
2254 It is no less expected of all Gods people in this life, to whatsoever degree they have already attained; It is no less expected of all God's people in this life, to whatsoever degree they have already attained; pn31 vbz av-dx av-dc vvn pp-f d ng1 n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp r-crq n1 pns32 vhb av vvn; (10) part (DIV1) 315 Page 195
2255 and the reason is, because they are not yet arrived at perfection, so the Apostle argueth, Phil. 3. 12. Not as though I had already attained, either were already perfect; and the reason is, Because they Are not yet arrived At perfection, so the Apostle argue, Philip 3. 12. Not as though I had already attained, either were already perfect; cc dt n1 vbz, c-acp pns32 vbr xx av vvn p-acp n1, av dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd xx c-acp cs pns11 vhd av vvn, d vbdr av j; (10) part (DIV1) 315 Page 195
2256 but I follow after, if that I may apprehend that which I am apprehended of Christ Jesus. but I follow After, if that I may apprehend that which I am apprehended of christ jesus. cc-acp pns11 vvb a-acp, cs cst pns11 vmb vvi d r-crq pns11 vbm vvn pp-f np1 np1. (10) part (DIV1) 315 Page 195
2257 So that though sincerity be accepted in Christ, yet we are not to rest in it, So that though sincerity be accepted in christ, yet we Are not to rest in it, av cst cs n1 vbb vvn p-acp np1, av pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, (10) part (DIV1) 315 Page 195
2258 but to labour after more strength, more victory over corruption, more holiness; but to labour After more strength, more victory over corruption, more holiness; cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dc n1, dc n1 p-acp n1, dc n1; (10) part (DIV1) 315 Page 195
2259 and when we have reached to any further degree in this than we had before, we are not now to sit still, and when we have reached to any further degree in this than we had before, we Are not now to fit still, cc c-crq pns12 vhb vvn p-acp d jc n1 p-acp d cs pns12 vhd a-acp, pns12 vbr xx av pc-acp vvi av, (10) part (DIV1) 315 Page 195
2260 but to aspire after more and more, and not to cease till it comes to be perfect. but to aspire After more and more, and not to cease till it comes to be perfect. cc-acp pc-acp vvi a-acp av-dc cc av-dc, cc xx pc-acp vvi c-acp pn31 vvz pc-acp vbi j. (10) part (DIV1) 315 Page 195
2261 This use we are directed to make of the promises, 2 Cor. 7. 1. Having these promises, let us cleanse our selves from all filthiness of the flesh and spirit, perfecting holiness in the fear of God. This use we Are directed to make of the promises, 2 Cor. 7. 1. Having these promises, let us cleanse our selves from all filthiness of the Flesh and Spirit, perfecting holiness in the Fear of God. d n1 pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n2, crd np1 crd crd vhg d n2, vvb pno12 vvi po12 n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1, vvg n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (10) part (DIV1) 315 Page 195
2262 And if it be enquired how long we are to pursue this business, we are told, Eph. 4. 13. Till we all come un•o a perfect man, And if it be inquired how long we Are to pursue this business, we Are told, Ephesians 4. 13. Till we all come un•o a perfect man, cc cs pn31 vbb vvn c-crq av-j pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi d n1, pns12 vbr vvn, np1 crd crd p-acp po12 d vvb av dt j n1, (10) part (DIV1) 315 Page 196
2263 unto the measure of the Stature of the fulness of Christ. Now the reason of the imperfection of Grace is the remains of sin in us, unto the measure of the Stature of the fullness of christ. Now the reason of the imperfection of Grace is the remains of since in us, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12, (10) part (DIV1) 315 Page 196
2264 and it is by the decrease of that in us, that our Grace grows. 3. That all the short comings in regard of his people, are displeasing to God. and it is by the decrease of that in us, that our Grace grows. 3. That all the short comings in regard of his people, Are displeasing to God. cc pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f d p-acp pno12, cst po12 n1 vvz. crd cst d dt j n2-vvg p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1, vbr vvg p-acp np1. (10) part (DIV1) 315 Page 196
2265 True, they do not shut them out of his favour; True, they do not shut them out of his favour; j, pns32 vdb xx vvi pno32 av pp-f po31 n1; (10) part (DIV1) 316 Page 196
2266 for, as he hath accepted them in Christ as to their persons, so he hath cast the robe of his Righteousness over them, under which he hath covered all their obliquities, for, as he hath accepted them in christ as to their Persons, so he hath cast the robe of his Righteousness over them, under which he hath covered all their obliquities, p-acp, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp np1 c-acp p-acp po32 n2, av pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno32, p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz vvn d po32 n2, (10) part (DIV1) 316 Page 196
2267 and therefore, as a Judge, he sees no iniquity in them, Numb. 23. 21. He hath seen no iniquity in Jacob, nor perverseness in Israel. and Therefore, as a Judge, he sees no iniquity in them, Numb. 23. 21. He hath seen no iniquity in Jacob, nor perverseness in Israel. cc av, c-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz dx n1 p-acp pno32, j. crd crd pns31 vhz vvn dx n1 p-acp np1, ccx n1 p-acp np1. (10) part (DIV1) 316 Page 196
2268 But yet, as they have their failings, by reason of that sin which remaineth in them, But yet, as they have their failings, by reason of that since which remains in them, p-acp av, c-acp pns32 vhb po32 n2-vvg, p-acp n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq vvz p-acp pno32, (10) part (DIV1) 316 Page 196
2269 so by these follies of theirs, they do sometimes stir up his anger as he is their father, so by these follies of theirs, they do sometime stir up his anger as he is their father, av p-acp d n2 pp-f png32, pns32 vdb av vvi a-acp po31 n1 c-acp pns31 vbz po32 n1, (10) part (DIV1) 316 Page 196
2270 and he discovers it in some awful effects of it; and he discovers it in Some awful effects of it; cc pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp d j n2 pp-f pn31; (10) part (DIV1) 316 Page 196
2271 we read 2 Sam. 11. ult. The thing which David did displeased the Lord, and we see how severely he treated him, Chap. 12. For these follies of theirs it is that they are so often corrected, and that sometimes with severity: we read 2 Sam. 11. ult. The thing which David did displeased the Lord, and we see how severely he treated him, Chap. 12. For these follies of theirs it is that they Are so often corrected, and that sometime with severity: pns12 vvb crd np1 crd n1. dt n1 r-crq np1 vdd j-vvn dt n1, cc pns12 vvb c-crq av-j pns31 vvd pno31, np1 crd p-acp d n2 pp-f png32 pn31 vbz d pns32 vbr av av vvn, cc cst av p-acp n1: (10) part (DIV1) 316 Page 196
2272 for these it is that so many afflictions are brought upon them in the course of Gods Providence, who hath assured us, that he doth not afflict willingly, Lam. 3. 33. And on this account holy men have so often complained of the bitter sense they have had of his anger, Psal. 28. 3, 4. There is no soundess in my flesh because of thine anger: for these it is that so many afflictions Are brought upon them in the course of God's Providence, who hath assured us, that he does not afflict willingly, Lam. 3. 33. And on this account holy men have so often complained of the bitter sense they have had of his anger, Psalm 28. 3, 4. There is no soundess in my Flesh Because of thine anger: c-acp d pn31 vbz cst av d n2 vbr vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, r-crq vhz vvn pno12, cst pns31 vdz xx vvi av-j, np1 crd crd cc p-acp d n1 j n2 vhb av av vvn pp-f dt j n1 pns32 vhb vhn pp-f po31 n1, np1 crd crd, crd pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp po11 n1 c-acp pp-f po21 n1: (10) part (DIV1) 316 Page 197
2273 neither is there any rest in my bones, because of my sin: neither is there any rest in my bones, Because of my since: av-dx vbz pc-acp d n1 p-acp po11 n2, c-acp pp-f po11 n1: (10) part (DIV1) 316 Page 197
2274 For mine iniquities are gone over mine head, as an heavy burden, they are too heavy for me: For mine iniquities Are gone over mine head, as an heavy burden, they Are too heavy for me: c-acp po11 n2 vbr vvn p-acp po11 n1, c-acp dt j n1, pns32 vbr av j c-acp pno11: (10) part (DIV1) 316 Page 197
2275 And see, Psal. 32. 3, 4. 88. 7. &c. And though God doth not always chide for every defect that he discovers in his Children, And see, Psalm 32. 3, 4. 88. 7. etc. And though God does not always chide for every defect that he discovers in his Children, cc vvi, np1 crd crd, crd crd crd av cc cs np1 vdz xx av vvi p-acp d n1 cst pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n2, (10) part (DIV1) 316 Page 197
2276 for then their Spirit would fail; since there is nothing they do which hath not this short coming in it; for then their Spirit would fail; since there is nothing they do which hath not this short coming in it; c-acp cs po32 n1 vmd vvi; a-acp pc-acp vbz pix pns32 vdb r-crq vhz xx d j n-vvg p-acp pn31; (10) part (DIV1) 316 Page 197
2277 whereas, he knows our frame, and remembers we are but dust, Psal. 103. 14. Yet even these unavoidable infirmities, which attend upon the best duties that ever we do, are things which he takes no pleasure in: whereas, he knows our frame, and remembers we Are but dust, Psalm 103. 14. Yet even these unavoidable infirmities, which attend upon the best duties that ever we do, Are things which he Takes no pleasure in: cs, pns31 vvz po12 n1, cc vvz pns12 vbr p-acp n1, np1 crd crd av av d j n2, r-crq vvb p-acp dt js n2 cst av pns12 vdb, vbr n2 r-crq pns31 vvz dx n1 p-acp: (10) part (DIV1) 316 Page 197
2278 and that he animadverts not upon them, is because of his pity. and that he animadverts not upon them, is Because of his pity. cc cst pns31 vvz xx p-acp pno32, vbz p-acp pp-f po31 n1. (10) part (DIV1) 316 Page 197
2279 Psal. 103. 13. Like as a father pitieth his children, so the Lord pitieth them that fear him. Psalm 103. 13. Like as a father Pitieth his children, so the Lord Pitieth them that Fear him. np1 crd crd j c-acp dt n1 vvz po31 n2, av dt n1 vvz pno32 cst vvb pno31. (10) part (DIV1) 316 Page 197
2280 4. There is a Sacrifice of Atonement appointed even for these defects. 4. There is a Sacrifice of Atonement appointed even for these defects. crd pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn av p-acp d n2. (10) part (DIV1) 317 Page 197
2281 The Sacrifices of old were Typical, and had a spiritual aim which was to be apprehended in them: The Sacrifices of old were Typical, and had a spiritual aim which was to be apprehended in them: dt n2 pp-f n1 vbdr j, cc vhd dt j n1 r-crq vbds pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32: (10) part (DIV1) 317 Page 197
2282 and it is certain, that where there was required by the Ceremonial Law a Sacrifice of Expiation, it signified that there had been something which was offensive to God, and it is certain, that where there was required by the Ceremonial Law a Sacrifice of Expiation, it signified that there had been something which was offensive to God, cc pn31 vbz j, cst c-crq pc-acp vbds vvn p-acp dt j n1 dt n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vvd cst a-acp vhd vbn pi r-crq vbds j p-acp np1, (10) part (DIV1) 317 Page 197
2283 for which there must be a satisfaction made to him, there must be something to reconcile him, for which there must be a satisfaction made to him, there must be something to reconcile him, p-acp r-crq a-acp vmb vbi dt n1 vvd p-acp pno31, pc-acp vmb vbi pi pc-acp vvi pno31, (10) part (DIV1) 317 Page 197
2284 if ever the person hoped to have him Atoned to him, but for which there had been no need of such a Sacrifice. if ever the person hoped to have him Atoned to him, but for which there had been no need of such a Sacrifice. cs av dt n1 vvd pc-acp vhi pno31 vvn p-acp pno31, cc-acp p-acp r-crq a-acp vhd vbn dx n1 pp-f d dt n1. (10) part (DIV1) 317 Page 197
2285 Whatsoever therefore required such a Sacrifice to be offered up for it, must needs intimate that it had some ill thing adhering to it, that was offensive to God, and must be removed: Whatsoever Therefore required such a Sacrifice to be offered up for it, must needs intimate that it had Some ill thing adhering to it, that was offensive to God, and must be removed: r-crq av vvd d dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp pn31, vmb av vvi cst pn31 vhd d j-jn n1 vvg p-acp pn31, cst vbds j p-acp np1, cc vmb vbi vvn: (10) part (DIV1) 317 Page 198
2286 Now the very duties that Gods people do, wherein they do sincerely serve him, and express the greatest endeavour after holiness in them, must have the vertue of Christs oblation applyed to them, Now the very duties that God's people do, wherein they do sincerely serve him, and express the greatest endeavour After holiness in them, must have the virtue of Christ oblation applied to them, av dt j n2 cst ng1 n1 vdb, c-crq pns32 vdb av-j vvi pno31, cc vvi dt js n1 p-acp n1 p-acp pno32, vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vvd p-acp pno32, (10) part (DIV1) 317 Page 198
2287 for the expiation of the defects that accompany them; this was aimed at in that Levitical Law; for the expiation of the defects that accompany them; this was aimed At in that Levitical Law; p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 cst vvb pno32; d vbds vvn p-acp p-acp cst j n1; (10) part (DIV1) 317 Page 198
2288 Levit. 16. 33. He shall make an Atonement for the holy Sanctuary, and he shall make an Atonement for the Tabernacle of the Congregation, and for the Altar; Levit. 16. 33. He shall make an Atonement for the holy Sanctuary, and he shall make an Atonement for the Tabernacle of the Congregation, and for the Altar; np1 crd crd pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, cc pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1; (10) part (DIV1) 317 Page 198
2289 and he shall make an Atonement for the Priests, and for all the People of the Congregation. and he shall make an Atonement for the Priests, and for all the People of the Congregation. cc pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n2, cc p-acp d dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (10) part (DIV1) 317 Page 198
2290 Intimating that all had defilement cleaving to them, by reason of imperfections in those who were concerned in them. Intimating that all had defilement cleaving to them, by reason of imperfections in those who were concerned in them. vvg cst d vhd n1 vvg p-acp pno32, p-acp n1 pp-f n2 p-acp d r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp pno32. (10) part (DIV1) 317 Page 198
2291 And for this reason we are to seek acceptance through Christ for our best duties; And for this reason we Are to seek acceptance through christ for our best duties; cc p-acp d n1 pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp np1 p-acp po12 js n2; (10) part (DIV1) 317 Page 198
2292 and the very prayers of the Saints, must come through his hands, and be offered with his incense, Rev. 8. 3. There was given him much incense, that he should offer it with Prayers of all Saints, &c. And why so, and the very Prayers of the Saints, must come through his hands, and be offered with his incense, Rev. 8. 3. There was given him much incense, that he should offer it with Prayers of all Saints, etc. And why so, cc dt j n2 pp-f dt n2, vmb vvi p-acp po31 n2, cc vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1, n1 crd crd pc-acp vbds vvn pno31 d n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi pn31 p-acp n2 pp-f d n2, av cc c-crq av, (10) part (DIV1) 317 Page 198
2293 but to perfume them, and take away the unsavouriness that cleaves to them! which would not be needed, if there were no sin adhering to them. but to perfume them, and take away the unsavoriness that cleaves to them! which would not be needed, if there were no since adhering to them. cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno32, cc vvb av dt n1 cst vvz p-acp pno32! q-crq vmd xx vbi vvn, cs pc-acp vbdr dx n1 vvg p-acp pno32. (10) part (DIV1) 317 Page 198
2294 5. The best of Gods People do profess themselves to be short of perfection, and engaged in the pursuit of farther degrees of Holiness. 5. The best of God's People do profess themselves to be short of perfection, and engaged in the pursuit of farther Degrees of Holiness. crd dt js pp-f ng1 n1 vdb vvi px32 pc-acp vbi j pp-f n1, cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f jc n2 pp-f n1. (10) part (DIV1) 318 Page 199
2295 If a man hath reached so far as is expected of him by the tenour of the Covenant of Grace, under which God hath taken him, there is no need or occasion for him to aspire after any more, inasmuch as that is the Covenant which he is to stand to, If a man hath reached so Far as is expected of him by the tenor of the Covenant of Grace, under which God hath taken him, there is no need or occasion for him to aspire After any more, inasmuch as that is the Covenant which he is to stand to, cs dt n1 vhz vvn av av-j c-acp vbz vvn pp-f pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq np1 vhz vvn pno31, pc-acp vbz dx n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp d dc, av c-acp d vbz dt n1 r-crq pns31 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp, (10) part (DIV1) 318 Page 199
2296 and by the terms whereof he is to judge of his duty: and by the terms whereof he is to judge of his duty: cc p-acp dt n2 c-crq pns31 vbz p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1: (10) part (DIV1) 318 Page 199
2297 Certainly the holy men of old knew what they did, when they professed their own great defects, & bewailed them: Certainly the holy men of old knew what they did, when they professed their own great defects, & bewailed them: av-j dt j n2 pp-f j vvd r-crq pns32 vdd, c-crq pns32 vvd po32 d j n2, cc vvd pno32: (10) part (DIV1) 318 Page 199
2298 It was the same Covenant that Old-Testament Saints were under, and yet we find them acknowledging sinful defects in the best, Prov. 20. 9. Who can say, I have made my heart clean, I am pure from my sin? And Eccl. 7. 20. There is not a just man upon earth, that doth good and sinneth not. It was the same Covenant that Old-Testament Saints were under, and yet we find them acknowledging sinful defects in the best, Curae 20. 9. Who can say, I have made my heart clean, I am pure from my since? And Ecclesiastes 7. 20. There is not a just man upon earth, that does good and Sinneth not. pn31 vbds dt d n1 cst n1 n2 vbdr p-acp, cc av pns12 vvb pno32 vvg j n2 p-acp dt js, np1 crd crd q-crq vmb vvi, pns11 vhb vvn po11 n1 j, pns11 vbm j p-acp po11 n1? cc np1 crd crd pc-acp vbz xx dt j n1 p-acp n1, cst vdz j cc vvz xx. (10) part (DIV1) 318 Page 199
2299 Nor have believers in Christ in Gospel days been otherwise perswaded, or thought that their New-Covenant state took from their imperfect actions the nature and denomination of sinful; Nor have believers in christ in Gospel days been otherwise persuaded, or Thought that their New-covenant state took from their imperfect actions the nature and denomination of sinful; ccx vhb n2 p-acp np1 p-acp n1 n2 vbi av vvn, cc vvd d po32 n1 n1 vvd p-acp po32 j n2 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j; (10) part (DIV1) 318 Page 199
2300 1 Joh. 1. 8. If we say we have no sin, we deceive our selves, and the truth is not in us; 1 John 1. 8. If we say we have no since, we deceive our selves, and the truth is not in us; crd np1 crd crd cs pns12 vvb pns12 vhb dx n1, pns12 vvb po12 n2, cc dt n1 vbz xx p-acp pno12; (10) part (DIV1) 318 Page 199
2301 and this apprehension hath put them upon it, earnestly to prosecute more perfection, not being content with the degrees obtained; and this apprehension hath put them upon it, earnestly to prosecute more perfection, not being content with the Degrees obtained; cc d n1 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp pn31, av-j pc-acp vvi dc n1, xx vbg j p-acp dt n2 vvn; (10) part (DIV1) 318 Page 199
2302 of this we have a full instance in Paul, Phil. 3. 13, 14. I count not my self to have apprehended; of this we have a full instance in Paul, Philip 3. 13, 14. I count not my self to have apprehended; pp-f d pns12 vhb dt j n1 p-acp np1, np1 crd crd, crd pns11 vvb xx po11 n1 pc-acp vhi vvn; (10) part (DIV1) 318 Page 199
2303 but this one thing I do, forgetting those things than are behind, and reaching forth unto those things that are before, I press toward the mark. but this one thing I do, forgetting those things than Are behind, and reaching forth unto those things that Are before, I press towards the mark. cc-acp d crd n1 pns11 vdb, vvg d n2 cs vbr a-acp, cc vvg av p-acp d n2 cst vbr a-acp, pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1. (10) part (DIV1) 318 Page 199
2304 Paul when he wrote this Epistle was a Prisoner a• Rome, and so it was not long before his death he was not only a sincere Christian, Paul when he wrote this Epistle was a Prisoner a• Room, and so it was not long before his death he was not only a sincere Christian, np1 c-crq pns31 vvd d n1 vbds dt n1 n1 vvi, cc av pn31 vbds xx av-j p-acp po31 n1 pns31 vbds xx av-j dt j njp, (10) part (DIV1) 318 Page 200
2305 but one that had made a very great progress in Godliness, and arrived to an high pitch in Grace; but one that had made a very great progress in Godliness, and arrived to an high pitch in Grace; cc-acp pi cst vhd vvn dt j j n1 p-acp n1, cc vvd p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n1; (10) part (DIV1) 318 Page 200
2306 and yet he assures us that he was a great way short of that perfection, which he was in pursuit of, and yet he assures us that he was a great Way short of that perfection, which he was in pursuit of, cc av pns31 vvz pno12 cst pns31 vbds dt j n1 j pp-f d n1, r-crq pns31 vbds p-acp n1 pp-f, (10) part (DIV1) 318 Page 200
2307 and counted it his duty to use utmost endeavours after the obtaining it; and it was not a Legal perfection which he sought, for that he utterly disclaims, and counted it his duty to use utmost endeavours After the obtaining it; and it was not a Legal perfection which he sought, for that he utterly disclaims, cc vvn pn31 po31 n1 pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp dt n-vvg pn31; cc pn31 vbds xx dt j n1 r-crq pns31 vvd, c-acp cst pns31 av-j vvz, (10) part (DIV1) 318 Page 200
2308 but it was Evangelical, or that which, according to the Rule of the Gospel he was to pursue. but it was Evangelical, or that which, according to the Rule of the Gospel he was to pursue. cc-acp pn31 vbds np1, cc cst r-crq, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pns31 vbds pc-acp vvi. (10) part (DIV1) 318 Page 200
2309 6. The Children of God, when they do their best, do still bitterly bewail themselves that they can do no better. 6. The Children of God, when they do their best, do still bitterly bewail themselves that they can do no better. crd dt n2 pp-f np1, c-crq pns32 vdb po32 js, vdb av av-j vvi px32 cst pns32 vmb vdi av-dx av-jc. (10) part (DIV1) 319 Page 200
2310 It must needs be granted that such imperfection in us, as is a just ground for the sorrow and mourning of the people of God, It must needs be granted that such imperfection in us, as is a just ground for the sorrow and mourning of the people of God, pn31 vmb av vbi vvn cst d n1 p-acp pno12, c-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (10) part (DIV1) 319 Page 200
2311 and which they do and ought to cry out of as their burden and bitterness, is a short coming in them which ought not to be, else all those complaints, and which they do and ought to cry out of as their burden and bitterness, is a short coming in them which ought not to be, Else all those complaints, cc r-crq pns32 vdb cc pi pc-acp vvi av pp-f p-acp po32 n1 cc n1, vbz dt j n-vvg p-acp pno32 r-crq vmd xx pc-acp vbi, av d d n2, (10) part (DIV1) 319 Page 200
2312 and self judgings about it, must needs be superfluous and unreasonable: and self judgings about it, must needs be superfluous and unreasonable: cc n1 n2-vvg p-acp pn31, vmb av vbi j cc j: (10) part (DIV1) 319 Page 200
2313 Not that the sense of this should drive them to despair of Gods gracious acceptance of them, sin•• he hath provided for that in Christ, notwithstanding all this: Not that the sense of this should drive them to despair of God's gracious acceptance of them, sin•• he hath provided for that in christ, notwithstanding all this: xx cst dt n1 pp-f d vmd vvi pno32 p-acp n1 pp-f npg1 j n1 pp-f pno32, n1 pns31 vhz vvn p-acp d p-acp np1, p-acp d d: (10) part (DIV1) 319 Page 200
2314 but yet it excite• Godly Sorrow in them, and helps to keep them humble and mournful all their days and directs them where to fix their hope viz. upon Gods free mercy in and through Christ. but yet it excite• Godly Sorrow in them, and helps to keep them humble and mournful all their days and directs them where to fix their hope viz. upon God's free mercy in and through christ. cc-acp av pn31 n1 j n1 p-acp pno32, cc vvz pc-acp vvi pno32 j cc j av-d po32 n2 cc vvz pno32 c-crq pc-acp vvi po32 n1 n1 p-acp npg1 j n1 p-acp cc p-acp np1. (10) part (DIV1) 319 Page 201
2315 We find therefore how Paul amplifieth in his bemoaning of himself on this account in, Rom. 7. And though it hinders not, We find Therefore how Paul amplifieth in his bemoaning of himself on this account in, Rom. 7. And though it hinders not, pns12 vvb av q-crq np1 vvz p-acp po31 vvg pp-f px31 p-acp d n1 p-acp, np1 crd cc cs pn31 vvz xx, (10) part (DIV1) 319 Page 201
2316 but helps his thanksgiving, verse 25. I thank God through Jesus Christ our Lord. but helps his thanksgiving, verse 25. I thank God through jesus christ our Lord. cc-acp vvz po31 n1, n1 crd pns11 vvb np1 p-acp np1 np1 po12 n1. (10) part (DIV1) 319 Page 201
2317 Yet •he complains of it as a thing that was grievous to him, verse 15. That which I do, I allow not; Yet •he complains of it as a thing that was grievous to him, verse 15. That which I do, I allow not; av av vvz pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1 cst vbds j p-acp pno31, n1 crd d r-crq pns11 vdb, pns11 vvb xx; (10) part (DIV1) 319 Page 201
2318 for what I would, that do I not, but what I hate that do I. for what I would, that do I not, but what I hate that do I. p-acp r-crq pns11 vmd, cst vdb pns11 xx, cc-acp r-crq pns11 vvb cst vdb pns11. (10) part (DIV1) 319 Page 201
2319 And verse 23. I see another law in my members, warring against the law of my mind, And verse 23. I see Another law in my members, warring against the law of my mind, cc n1 crd pns11 vvb j-jn n1 p-acp po11 n2, j-vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, (10) part (DIV1) 319 Page 201
2320 and bringing me into captivity to the law of sin, which is in my members. and bringing me into captivity to the law of since, which is in my members. cc vvg pno11 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz p-acp po11 n2. (10) part (DIV1) 319 Page 201
2321 And upon the review of all this he cries out as one that was in very sore distress, verse 24. Oh wretched man that I am, who shall deliver me from the body of this death? And this was not a representation of his natural state, And upon the review of all this he cries out as one that was in very soar distress, verse 24. O wretched man that I am, who shall deliver me from the body of this death? And this was not a representation of his natural state, cc p-acp dt vvi pp-f d d pns31 vvz av c-acp pi cst vbds p-acp av j n1, n1 crd uh j n1 cst pns11 vbm, r-crq vmb vvi pno11 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1? cc d vbds xx dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1, (10) part (DIV1) 319 Page 201
2322 when under the legal convictions of sin, and remorses of Conscience by reason of it; but under the conflict between. when under the Legal convictions of since, and remorses of Conscience by reason of it; but under the conflict between. c-crq p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1, cc n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 pp-f pn31; cc-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp. (10) part (DIV1) 319 Page 201
2323 Grace and Corruption in him, as the whole tenour of his expressions doth evince. Nor was it on the account of bold Transgressions, and more enormous and scandalous preva•ications; Grace and Corruption in him, as the Whole tenor of his expressions does evince. Nor was it on the account of bold Transgressions, and more enormous and scandalous preva•ications; n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31, c-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f po31 n2 vdz vvi. ccx vbds pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, cc av-dc j cc j n2; (10) part (DIV1) 319 Page 201
2324 •or he could make that challenge, 1 Thes 2. 10. Ye are witnesses, and God also, •or he could make that challenge, 1 These 2. 10. You Are Witnesses, and God also, j pns31 vmd vvi d n1, crd d crd crd pn22 vbr n2, cc np1 av, (10) part (DIV1) 319 Page 201
2325 how holily, and justly and unblameably we behaved our selves among you, that believe. how holily, and justly and unblamably we behaved our selves among you, that believe. c-crq av-j, cc av-j cc av-j pns12 vvd po12 n2 p-acp pn22, cst vvb. (10) part (DIV1) 319 Page 201
2326 But it was the mixture which he experienced of sinful corruption with his grace which discovered him not as yet arrived at full perfection. But it was the mixture which he experienced of sinful corruption with his grace which discovered him not as yet arrived At full perfection. p-acp pn31 vbds dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvd pp-f j n1 p-acp po31 n1 r-crq vvd pno31 xx c-acp av vvn p-acp j n1. (10) part (DIV1) 319 Page 202
2327 7. The best of men do deprecate the rigour of God in his animadverting upon them; 7. The best of men do deprecate the rigour of God in his animadverting upon them; crd dt js pp-f n2 vdb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n-vvg p-acp pno32; (10) part (DIV1) 320 Page 202
2328 which they would have no occasion to do, if they did not know themselves to be short of that perfection which they ought to seek after, which they would have no occasion to do, if they did not know themselves to be short of that perfection which they ought to seek After, r-crq pns32 vmd vhi dx n1 pc-acp vdi, cs pns32 vdd xx vvi px32 pc-acp vbi j pp-f d n1 r-crq pns32 vmd pc-acp vvi a-acp, (10) part (DIV1) 320 Page 202
2329 and that the want of it belongs to the remaining sin in them. and that the want of it belongs to the remaining since in them. cc cst dt n1 pp-f pn31 vvz p-acp dt j-vvg n1 p-acp pno32. (10) part (DIV1) 320 Page 202
2330 They do indeed hope in his Grace, and accordingly look to receive free Salvation from it; They do indeed hope in his Grace, and accordingly look to receive free Salvation from it; pns32 vdb av vvb p-acp po31 n1, cc av-vvg vvi pc-acp vvi j n1 p-acp pn31; (10) part (DIV1) 320 Page 202
2331 and they believe that this failing of theirs shall not hinder their partaking in it, because God hath laid in for their pardon and acceptance in another: and they believe that this failing of theirs shall not hinder their partaking in it, Because God hath laid in for their pardon and acceptance in Another: cc pns32 vvb cst d vvg pp-f png32 vmb xx vvi po32 n-vvg p-acp pn31, c-acp np1 vhz vvn p-acp p-acp po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp j-jn: (10) part (DIV1) 320 Page 202
2332 but there is a way in which they come to have a title to this Salvation, but there is a Way in which they come to have a title to this Salvation, cc-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vhi dt n1 p-acp d n1, (10) part (DIV1) 320 Page 202
2333 and on account whereof they may claim it, according to, or consistent with the Justice of the first Covenant, under which they once were: and on account whereof they may claim it, according to, or consistent with the justice of the First Covenant, under which they once were: cc p-acp n1 c-crq pns32 vmb vvi pn31, vvg pc-acp, cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1, p-acp r-crq pns32 a-acp vbdr: (10) part (DIV1) 320 Page 202
2334 and they dare not to put themselves on the tryal of their own holiness for this, and they Dare not to put themselves on the trial of their own holiness for this, cc pns32 vvb xx pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 d n1 p-acp d, (10) part (DIV1) 320 Page 202
2335 and the reason is, because they know it to be so short and defective, that if God should take advantage from what his holy eye sees to be wanting therein, he would have occasion and provocation offered him, to make severe animadversions upon them; and the reason is, Because they know it to be so short and defective, that if God should take advantage from what his holy eye sees to be wanting therein, he would have occasion and provocation offered him, to make severe animadversions upon them; cc dt n1 vbz, c-acp pns32 vvb pn31 pc-acp vbi av j cc j, cst cs np1 vmd vvi n1 p-acp r-crq po31 j n1 vvz pc-acp vbi vvg av, pns31 vmd vhi n1 cc n1 vvd pno31, pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp pno32; (10) part (DIV1) 320 Page 202
2336 on this account David so pleads, Psal. 130. 3, 4. If thou, Lord, shouldst mark iniquities; on this account David so pleads, Psalm 130. 3, 4. If thou, Lord, Shouldst mark iniquities; p-acp d n1 np1 av vvz, np1 crd crd, crd cs pns21, n1, vmd2 vvi n2; (10) part (DIV1) 320 Page 202
2337 O Lord, who should stand? but there is forgiveness with thee, that thou mayst be feared. Oh Lord, who should stand? but there is forgiveness with thee, that thou Mayest be feared. uh n1, r-crq vmd vvi? cc-acp pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp pno21, cst pns21 vm2 vbi vvn. (10) part (DIV1) 320 Page 203
2338 And makes that deprecation in, Psal. 143. 2. Enter not into Judgment with thy Servant; for in thy sight shall no man living be Justifyed. And makes that deprecation in, Psalm 143. 2. Enter not into Judgement with thy Servant; for in thy sighed shall no man living be Justified. cc vvz d n1 p-acp, np1 crd crd vvb xx p-acp n1 p-acp po21 n1; c-acp p-acp po21 n1 vmb dx n1 vvg vbb vvn. (10) part (DIV1) 320 Page 203
2339 And though they can plead their interest in his favour, from the evidence of their integrity, and comfort themselves in it; And though they can plead their Interest in his favour, from the evidence of their integrity, and Comfort themselves in it; cc cs pns32 vmb vvi po32 n1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, cc vvi px32 p-acp pn31; (10) part (DIV1) 320 Page 203
2340 it being an effect of his distinguishing Grace in them, and having the promise secured to it; it being an Effect of his distinguishing Grace in them, and having the promise secured to it; pn31 vbg dt n1 pp-f po31 j-vvg n1 p-acp pno32, cc vhg dt n1 vvn p-acp pn31; (10) part (DIV1) 320 Page 203
2341 yet they dare not plead any personal Righteousness of their own, for the procuring of any favour for them, yet they Dare not plead any personal Righteousness of their own, for the procuring of any favour for them, av pns32 vvb xx vvi d j n1 pp-f po32 d, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n1 p-acp pno32, (10) part (DIV1) 320 Page 203
2342 but renounce it, Dan. 9. 18. We do not present our Supplications before thee for our Righteousnesses, but for thy great mercies. but renounce it, Dan. 9. 18. We do not present our Supplications before thee for our Righteousness, but for thy great Mercies. cc-acp vvb pn31, np1 crd crd pns12 vdb xx vvi po12 n2 p-acp pno21 p-acp po12 n2, cc-acp p-acp po21 j n2. (10) part (DIV1) 320 Page 203
2343 And for this reason the sense of these defects attending them, makes them oftentimes to tremble at the thoughts of Gods displeasure, Psal. 119. 120. My flesh trembleth for fear of thee, And for this reason the sense of these defects attending them, makes them oftentimes to tremble At the thoughts of God's displeasure, Psalm 119. 120. My Flesh Trembleth for Fear of thee, cc p-acp d n1 dt n1 pp-f d n2 vvg pno32, vvz pno32 av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1, np1 crd crd po11 n1 vvz p-acp n1 pp-f pno21, (10) part (DIV1) 320 Page 203
2344 and I am afraid of thy Judgments. 8. It is their duty dayly to Pray for Forgiveness. and I am afraid of thy Judgments. 8. It is their duty daily to Pray for Forgiveness. cc pns11 vbm j pp-f po21 n2. crd pn31 vbz po32 n1 av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1. (10) part (DIV1) 320 Page 203
2345 Prayer is One part of Natural Worship, and it is not appointed for a Complement, but as a necessary duty for the upholding of Communion between God and men; Prayer is One part of Natural Worship, and it is not appointed for a Compliment, but as a necessary duty for the upholding of Communion between God and men; n1 vbz crd n1 pp-f j n1, cc pn31 vbz xx vvn p-acp dt n1, cc-acp c-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f n1 p-acp np1 cc n2; (10) part (DIV1) 321 Page 203
2346 it being the way in which we are to seek and obtain the good we need, it being the Way in which we Are to seek and obtain the good we need, pn31 vbg dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt j pns12 vvb, (10) part (DIV1) 321 Page 203
2347 and give him the due acknowledgments of it. and give him the due acknowledgments of it. cc vvb pno31 dt j-jn n2 pp-f pn31. (10) part (DIV1) 321 Page 203
2348 In the petitionary part of it then, we are to ask him only for such things as we want: In the petitionary part of it then, we Are to ask him only for such things as we want: p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31 av, pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi pno31 av-j p-acp d n2 c-acp pns12 vvb: (10) part (DIV1) 321 Page 203
2349 And the apprehension of our want, and his ability to succcour us, is the motive of our so seeking to him. And the apprehension of our want, and his ability to succcour us, is the motive of our so seeking to him. cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, cc po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno12, vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 av vvg p-acp pno31. (10) part (DIV1) 321 Page 204
2350 Now there is such a Petition which Christ hath directed his Disciples, and such as can call God their Father, to present dayly to him, Math. 6. 12. Forgive us our debts. i. e. Our Sins. Now there is such a Petition which christ hath directed his Disciples, and such as can call God their Father, to present daily to him, Math. 6. 12. Forgive us our debts. i. e. Our Sins. av a-acp vbz d dt vvb r-crq np1 vhz vvn po31 n2, cc d c-acp vmb vvi np1 po32 n1, pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd vvb pno12 po12 n2. sy. sy. po12 n2. (10) part (DIV1) 321 Page 204
2351 And there is ever implied in such a petition, a confession of our debts, else we cannot in earnest ask the forgiveness of them. We then daily want forgiveness; And there is ever implied in such a petition, a Confessi of our debts, Else we cannot in earnest ask the forgiveness of them. We then daily want forgiveness; cc pc-acp vbz av vvn p-acp d dt n1, dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, av pns12 vmbx p-acp n1 vvi dt n1 pp-f pno32. pns12 av av-j vvi n1; (10) part (DIV1) 321 Page 204
2352 not only a further confirmation of the pardon we received in our Justification, but new forgiveness; not only a further confirmation of the pardon we received in our Justification, but new forgiveness; xx av-j dt jc n1 pp-f dt n1 pns12 vvd p-acp po12 n1, cc-acp j n1; (10) part (DIV1) 321 Page 204
2353 and there is none so holy in this life, as to be discharged from the obligation of making this petition in prayer: and there is none so holy in this life, as to be discharged from the obligation of making this petition in prayer: cc pc-acp vbz pix av j p-acp d n1, c-acp pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg d n1 p-acp n1: (10) part (DIV1) 321 Page 204
2354 And yet there are many of Gods Children that are kept from precipitating themselves into atrocious sins; And yet there Are many of God's Children that Are kept from precipitating themselves into atrocious Sins; cc av a-acp vbr d pp-f npg1 n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp vvg px32 p-acp j n2; (10) part (DIV1) 321 Page 204
2355 nor do any truly gracious ones make a dayly trade of it. nor do any truly gracious ones make a daily trade of it. ccx vdb d av-j j pi2 vvi dt j n1 pp-f pn31. (10) part (DIV1) 321 Page 204
2356 This therefore plainly intimates, that the very remaining imperfection, which makes them in their whole lives to fall behind in regard of that absolute perfection which consists in a compleat conformi•y to the Rule, hath that in it which needs forgiveness to be applied to it by the free Grace of God. This Therefore plainly intimates, that the very remaining imperfection, which makes them in their Whole lives to fallen behind in regard of that absolute perfection which consists in a complete conformi•y to the Rule, hath that in it which needs forgiveness to be applied to it by the free Grace of God. np1 av av-j vvz, cst dt j j-vvg n1, r-crq vvz pno32 p-acp po32 j-jn n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp n1 pp-f cst j n1 r-crq vvz p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, vhz d p-acp pn31 r-crq vvz n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1. (10) part (DIV1) 321 Page 204
2357 It therefore hath sinfulness in it, otherwise it could no• stand in need of a pardon: It Therefore hath sinfulness in it, otherwise it could no• stand in need of a pardon: pn31 av vhz n1 p-acp pn31, av pn31 vmd n1 vvi p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1: (10) part (DIV1) 321 Page 204
2358 and whatso•ever in us stands in need of that, tells •• that we ought to labour indefatigably t• get it taken away as a thing which is evil and bitter. and whatso•ever in us Stands in need of that, tells •• that we ought to labour indefatigably t• get it taken away as a thing which is evil and bitter. cc av p-acp pno12 vvz p-acp n1 pp-f d, vvz •• cst pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi av-j n1 vvi pn31 vvn av p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbz j-jn cc j. (10) part (DIV1) 321 Page 205
2359 9. One great design that God aims at, in his Ordinances and Providences which he dispenseth to his people, is to purge away these imperfections, 9. One great Design that God aims At, in his Ordinances and Providences which he dispenseth to his people, is to purge away these imperfections, crd crd j n1 cst np1 vvz p-acp, p-acp po31 n2 cc n2 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1, vbz pc-acp vvi av d n2, (10) part (DIV1) 322 Page 205
2360 & to lead them on towards Perfection. & to led them on towards Perfection. cc pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp n1. (10) part (DIV1) 322 Page 205
2361 The Gospel Ordinances, which Christ hath appointed to be dispensed to his people, were not only designed for the bringing about the Conversion of Sinners, The Gospel Ordinances, which christ hath appointed to be dispensed to his people, were not only designed for the bringing about the Conversion of Sinners, dt n1 n2, r-crq np1 vhz vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1, vbdr xx av-j vvn p-acp dt vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (10) part (DIV1) 322 Page 205
2362 though that also is purposed in them, we are therefore said to be begotten by the word of truth, Jam. 1. 18. And Paul was sent to open mens eyes, and turn them from darkness to light, though that also is purposed in them, we Are Therefore said to be begotten by the word of truth, Jam. 1. 18. And Paul was sent to open men's eyes, and turn them from darkness to Light, cs cst av vbz vvn p-acp pno32, pns12 vbr av vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd np1 np1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi ng2 n2, cc vvi pno32 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi, (10) part (DIV1) 322 Page 205
2363 and from the power of Satan to God, Acts 26. 18. But God also aimed at the Edification of Saints by them. and from the power of Satan to God, Acts 26. 18. But God also aimed At the Edification of Saints by them. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1, n2 crd crd p-acp np1 av vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp pno32. (10) part (DIV1) 322 Page 205
2364 They are therefore Christ's Ascension Gifts which he hath bestowed on his Church, to help them forward to a sinless perfection, till when they are not to cease, Eph. 4. 10, &c. There are also the many Afflictive Providences, which God seeth meet to exercise his own Children withal in this world, They Are Therefore Christ's Ascension Gifts which he hath bestowed on his Church, to help them forward to a sinless perfection, till when they Are not to cease, Ephesians 4. 10, etc. There Are also the many Afflictive Providences, which God sees meet to exercise his own Children withal in this world, pns32 vbr av npg1 n1 n2 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 av-j p-acp dt j n1, c-acp c-crq pns32 vbr xx pc-acp vvi, np1 crd crd, av pc-acp vbr av dt d j n2, r-crq np1 vvz j pc-acp vvi po31 d n2 av p-acp d n1, (10) part (DIV1) 322 Page 205
2365 and among other purposes which he intends to bring about hereby, we are told that this is one great thing that he aims at by them, Isa. 27. 9. By this shall the iniquity of Jacob be purged, and among other Purposes which he intends to bring about hereby, we Are told that this is one great thing that he aims At by them, Isaiah 27. 9. By this shall the iniquity of Jacob be purged, cc p-acp j-jn n2 r-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi a-acp av, pns12 vbr vvn cst d vbz pi j n1 cst pns31 vvz p-acp p-acp pno32, np1 crd crd p-acp d vmb dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb vvn, (10) part (DIV1) 322 Page 205
2366 and this is all the fruit, to take away his sin. and this is all the fruit, to take away his since. cc d vbz d dt n1, pc-acp vvi av po31 n1. (10) part (DIV1) 322 Page 205
2367 On this account, the afflictions that the Children of God are visited withal, are compared to a farnace, and to a re•iners fire, in which, remaining dross is separated from the good metal, to make it yet more pure. On this account, the afflictions that the Children of God Are visited withal, Are compared to a farnace, and to a re•iners fire, in which, remaining dross is separated from the good metal, to make it yet more pure. p-acp d n1, dt n2 cst dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr vvn av, vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt ng1 n1, p-acp r-crq, vvg n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vvi pn31 av av-dc j. (10) part (DIV1) 322 Page 206
2368 This good effect Job encouraged himself that he should obtain by his afflictions, Job 23 10. When he hath tried me, I shall com• forth as gold And surely, that which God useth such courses with us, to take away from us, must needs be a thing, that we should endeavour the removal of: This good Effect Job encouraged himself that he should obtain by his afflictions, Job 23 10. When he hath tried me, I shall com• forth as gold And surely, that which God uses such courses with us, to take away from us, must needs be a thing, that we should endeavour the removal of: d j n1 n1 vvd px31 cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp po31 n2, n1 crd crd c-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno11, pns11 vmb n1 av p-acp n1 cc av-j, cst r-crq np1 vvz d n2 p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi av p-acp pno12, vmb av vbi dt n1, cst pns12 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f: (10) part (DIV1) 322 Page 206
2369 Job was a perfect man as to integrity, Chap. 1. 1. And yet he needed this trial. Job was a perfect man as to integrity, Chap. 1. 1. And yet he needed this trial. np1 vbds dt j n1 c-acp p-acp n1, np1 crd crd cc av pns31 vvd d n1. (10) part (DIV1) 322 Page 206
2370 10 ▪ They must be fully perfected in order to their perfect Glorification. 10 ▪ They must be Fully perfected in order to their perfect Glorification. crd ▪ pns32 vmb vbi av-j vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po32 j n1. (10) part (DIV1) 323 Page 206
2371 Though the body of death attends them through the present life, and giveth them no little molestation in it, Though the body of death attends them through the present life, and gives them not little molestation in it, cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz pno32 p-acp dt j n1, cc vvz pno32 xx j n1 p-acp pn31, (10) part (DIV1) 323 Page 206
2372 yet it shall be wholly put off with it, and they shall no more be pestered with it for ever: yet it shall be wholly put off with it, and they shall no more be pestered with it for ever: av pn31 vmb vbi av-jn vvn a-acp p-acp pn31, cc pns32 vmb av-dx av-dc vbi vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp av: (10) part (DIV1) 323 Page 206
2373 There shall be perfection of holiness enjoyed by us ▪ when we come to perfect glory; There shall be perfection of holiness enjoyed by us ▪ when we come to perfect glory; pc-acp vmb vbi n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp pno12 ▪ c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp j n1; (10) part (DIV1) 323 Page 206
2374 nor indeed can our glory be perfect without it: nor indeed can our glory be perfect without it: ccx av vmb po12 n1 vbi j p-acp pn31: (10) part (DIV1) 323 Page 206
2375 we are told how Christ will present his Church to himself at last, Eph. 5. 27. A glorious Church, not having spot, we Are told how christ will present his Church to himself At last, Ephesians 5. 27. A glorious Church, not having spot, pns12 vbr vvn c-crq np1 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp px31 p-acp ord, np1 crd crd dt j n1, xx vhg n1, (10) part (DIV1) 323 Page 206
2376 or wrinkle, or any such thing. or wrinkle, or any such thing. cc n1, cc d d n1. (10) part (DIV1) 323 Page 206
2377 None are admitted into the assembly above, but Just men made perfect, Heb. 12. 22 ▪ When we come there we shall sin no more, nor have any dregs of pollution abiding in us, None Are admitted into the assembly above, but Just men made perfect, Hebrew 12. 22 ▪ When we come there we shall sin no more, nor have any dregs of pollution abiding in us, np1 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 a-acp, cc-acp j n2 vvd j, np1 crd crd ▪ c-crq pns12 vvb a-acp pns12 vmb vvi av-dx av-dc, ccx vhb d n2 pp-f n1 vvg p-acp pno12, (10) part (DIV1) 323 Page 206
2378 but be entirely conformed to the Image of God; but be entirely conformed to the Image of God; cc-acp vbb av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (10) part (DIV1) 323 Page 206
2379 now that which is the perfection which God will bring us to at last, is that which we all ought to be aspiring after, now that which is the perfection which God will bring us to At last, is that which we all ought to be aspiring After, av cst r-crq vbz dt n1 r-crq np1 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp p-acp ord, vbz d r-crq pns12 d pi pc-acp vbi vvg a-acp, (10) part (DIV1) 323 Page 206
2380 and restless in pur••it of, till we come to obtain it. and restless in pur••it of, till we come to obtain it. cc j p-acp n1 pp-f, c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp vvb pn31. (10) part (DIV1) 323 Page 207
2381 And truly, Inchoate Holiness make• us capable only of partaking in Inchoate Blessedness; our vessels are not prepared to be filled with glory, And truly, Inchoate Holiness make• us capable only of partaking in Inchoate Blessedness; our vessels Are not prepared to be filled with glory, cc av-j, np1 n1 n1 pno12 j av-j pp-f vvg p-acp np1 n1; po12 n2 vbr xx vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, (10) part (DIV1) 323 Page 207
2382 nor can we have that near Communion with God in Christ, which is requisite to give us compleat and unin••rmixed satisfaction, till we are compleatly holy in the highest degree which our natures are able to receive; nor can we have that near Communion with God in christ, which is requisite to give us complete and unin••rmixed satisfaction, till we Are completely holy in the highest degree which our nature's Are able to receive; ccx vmb pns12 vhi d j n1 p-acp np1 p-acp np1, r-crq vbz j pc-acp vvi pno12 j cc vvn n1, c-acp pns12 vbr av-j j p-acp dt js n1 r-crq po12 n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi; (10) part (DIV1) 323 Page 207
2383 If then God hath appointed us to Salvation, and there can be none without this, it must needs be our duty not to take up with any thing short of this: If then God hath appointed us to Salvation, and there can be none without this, it must needs be our duty not to take up with any thing short of this: cs av np1 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vmb vbi pix p-acp d, pn31 vmb av vbi po12 n1 xx pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp d n1 j pp-f d: (10) part (DIV1) 323 Page 207
2384 and consequently it must be that which is promised to us in the Covenant of Grace, and consequently it must be that which is promised to us in the Covenant of Grace, cc av-j pn31 vmb vbi d r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (10) part (DIV1) 323 Page 207
2385 and we ought to pursue it, and endeavour to go from ••rength to strength in it, till we arrive at the fulness of it, which is not to be expected till we get to the Eternal Kingdom. and we ought to pursue it, and endeavour to go from ••rength to strength in it, till we arrive At the fullness of it, which is not to be expected till we get to the Eternal Kingdom. cc pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi pn31, cc vvi p-acp vvb p-acp n1 p-acp n1 p-acp pn31, c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, r-crq vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp dt j n1. (10) part (DIV1) 323 Page 207
2386 USE. USE. n1. (11) application (DIV2) 323 Page 207
2387 Be we then Exhorted not to place our hope in God, for the sake of any Righteousness of our own, Be we then Exhorted not to place our hope in God, for the sake of any Righteousness of our own, vbb pns12 av vvd xx pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f po12 d, (11) application (DIV2) 324 Page 207
2388 when we must confess our best so short of what it ought to be, which needs a pardon, when we must confess our best so short of what it ought to be, which needs a pardon, c-crq pns12 vmb vvi po12 js av j pp-f r-crq pn31 vmd pc-acp vbi, r-crq vvz dt n1, (11) application (DIV2) 324 Page 207
2389 and therefore cannot command his favour; and Therefore cannot command his favour; cc av vmbx vvi po31 n1; (11) application (DIV2) 324 Page 207
2390 but let the sense of our duty, and our defect p•t us upon relying on Christ alone, but let the sense of our duty, and our defect p•t us upon relying on christ alone, cc-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, cc po12 n1 vvb pno12 p-acp vvg p-acp np1 av-j, (11) application (DIV2) 324 Page 207
2391 and his Righteousness as the m•ritorious and material cause of our acquittance from the condemnation of the Law, and his Righteousness as the m•ritorious and material cause of our acquittance from the condemnation of the Law, cc po31 n1 p-acp dt j cc j-jn n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (11) application (DIV2) 324 Page 207
2392 and being made the Owners of a title to etern• life. and being made the Owners of a title to etern• life. cc vbg vvn dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1 n1. (11) application (DIV2) 324 Page 208
2393 Let us look hither for a sure foundat•on to build our hope upon, to receive the reward of Eternal Glory; Let us look hither for a sure foundat•on to built our hope upon, to receive the reward of Eternal Glory; vvb pno12 vvi av p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f j n1; (11) application (DIV2) 324 Page 208
2394 and not to any thing of our own. and not to any thing of our own. cc xx p-acp d n1 pp-f po12 d. (11) application (DIV2) 324 Page 208
2395 Let our dependence be here for the acceptance of our poor imperfect duties, acknowledging that but for this they could not but be rejected. Let our dependence be Here for the acceptance of our poor imperfect duties, acknowledging that but for this they could not but be rejected. vvb po12 n1 vbi av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 j j n2, vvg cst p-acp p-acp d pns32 vmd xx p-acp vbi vvn. (11) application (DIV2) 324 Page 208
2396 Let us in sense of our own imperfection, be ever bewailing of it, and go to Christ to have it sprinkled with his blood. Let us in sense of our own imperfection, be ever bewailing of it, and go to christ to have it sprinkled with his blood. vvb pno12 p-acp n1 pp-f po12 d n1, vbb av vvg pp-f pn31, cc vvi p-acp np1 pc-acp vhi pn31 vvn p-acp po31 n1. (11) application (DIV2) 324 Page 208
2397 Let us press hard all our lives after more Holiness, prosecuting it with utmost reachings; Let us press hard all our lives After more Holiness, prosecuting it with utmost reachings; vvb pno12 vvi av-j d po12 n2 p-acp dc n1, vvg pn31 p-acp j n2-vvg; (11) application (DIV2) 324 Page 208
2398 and let every new acquest by Divine help, make us the more earnest after further degrees of it, and let every new acquest by Divine help, make us the more earnest After further Degrees of it, cc vvb d j n1 p-acp j-jn n1, vvb pno12 dt av-dc j p-acp jc n2 pp-f pn31, (11) application (DIV2) 324 Page 208
2399 and more vigorous in the use of all means to reach them: and more vigorous in the use of all means to reach them: cc av-dc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 pc-acp vvi pno32: (11) application (DIV2) 324 Page 208
2400 Nor let us tire and give in, so long as we are any whit behind those who are now totally freed from sin, Nor let us tire and give in, so long as we Are any whit behind those who Are now totally freed from since, ccx vvi pno12 vvi cc vvi p-acp, av av-j c-acp pns12 vbr d n1 p-acp d r-crq vbr av av-j vvn p-acp n1, (11) application (DIV2) 324 Page 208
2401 and in whom Grace is arrived at its full stature in Glory. THE END. and in whom Grace is arrived At its full stature in Glory. THE END. cc p-acp r-crq vvb vbz vvn p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp n1. dt vvb. (11) application (DIV2) 324 Page 208

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