In proportion therefore the Happiness of a reasonable creature is measured by the Liberty of his Mind, the equal Government of his Soul, the Authority of his Reason, the proper use,
In proportion Therefore the Happiness of a reasonable creature is measured by the Liberty of his Mind, the equal Government of his Soul, the authority of his Reason, the proper use,
Inferiour objects, grateful to sense, continually present, and easily enjoyed, Subdue our affections, withdraw our obedience, undermine the Government of reason,
Inferior objects, grateful to sense, continually present, and Easily enjoyed, Subdue our affections, withdraw our Obedience, undermine the Government of reason,
And thus we are inslaved to sense, moved by inconstant Principles, govern'd by violence and contradictions, acted by furious uncertain imaginations of our fancy.
And thus we Are enslaved to sense, moved by inconstant Principles, governed by violence and contradictions, acted by furious uncertain Imaginations of our fancy.
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Our Nature is forced, our constitution corrupted, the mind restless, the heart faint, from the Sole of the foot to the Crown of the head, there is no sound part in us.
Our Nature is forced, our constitution corrupted, the mind restless, the heart faint, from the Sole of the foot to the Crown of the head, there is no found part in us.
Would we therefore be healed of these infirmities? would we be restored to our Original health, serenity and ease? Would we be delivered from the power of passion,
Would we Therefore be healed of these infirmities? would we be restored to our Original health, serenity and ease? Would we be Delivered from the power of passion,
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and all the vexations which arise from a foolish extemporary way of life? We must then return to our Duty and Allegiance, restrain this Brutish liberty, conform to rules of Government,
and all the vexations which arise from a foolish extemporary Way of life? We must then return to our Duty and Allegiance, restrain this Brutish liberty, conform to rules of Government,
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Then shall our broken bones be healed, then every part shall be re-instated in its proper place, our lives shall be steddy, our motions orderly, our desires regular, our ends consonant, our wills obedient,
Then shall our broken bones be healed, then every part shall be reinstated in its proper place, our lives shall be steady, our motions orderly, our Desires regular, our ends consonant, our wills obedient,
Thirdly, I shall illustrate the truth of the Assertion, and consider the various Efficacies and Operations of the love of the Law of God, to the production of joy and peace.
Thirdly, I shall illustrate the truth of the Assertion, and Consider the various Efficacies and Operations of the love of the Law of God, to the production of joy and peace.
Fourthly, I shall show you the full and perfect Agreement of this Peace thus flowing from the love of the Law of God, to the Character of my text, Great Peace, &c. And Lastly, make Application of the whole.
Fourthly, I shall show you the full and perfect Agreement of this Peace thus flowing from the love of the Law of God, to the Character of my text, Great Peace, etc. And Lastly, make Application of the Whole.
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And that because there is no restriction in the Text, no confinement of it to any particular part of the Law, which then had been absolutely necessary for the understanding and practice of the Proposition.
And that Because there is no restriction in the Text, no confinement of it to any particular part of the Law, which then had been absolutely necessary for the understanding and practice of the Proposition.
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But chiefly because the necessity of the matter it self requires it, forasmuch as an Habitual peace could never be said to flow from the love of a part, where our Obligations are alike to the whole Law.
But chiefly Because the necessity of the matter it self requires it, forasmuch as an Habitual peace could never be said to flow from the love of a part, where our Obligations Are alike to the Whole Law.
For a quick and lively sense of Excellencies in an object, or of Particular Kindness and beneficence to our selves, are the Necessary and Only Causes and Principles of Love, which shows it self in Admiration, Pleasure, and impatient desire of the most intimate and compleat Enjoyment.
For a quick and lively sense of Excellencies in an Object, or of Particular Kindness and beneficence to our selves, Are the Necessary and Only Causes and Principles of Love, which shows it self in Admiration, Pleasure, and impatient desire of the most intimate and complete Enjoyment.
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Wheresoever therefore we discern these Lovely qualities (glorious in themselves, and the highest perfections of a Law,) our Judgment of Necessity will approve it, our Affections will be ravished, our Souls will desire to be Conformed and United to it, to be cast into the same mold, to be Tinctured with the same Perfections, to doe, and to be what the Law requires,
Wheresoever Therefore we discern these Lovely qualities (glorious in themselves, and the highest perfections of a Law,) our Judgement of Necessity will approve it, our Affections will be ravished, our Souls will desire to be Conformed and United to it, to be cast into the same mould, to be Tinctured with the same Perfections, to do, and to be what the Law requires,
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Thirdly, an ingenuous entire Devoting of our selves to be governed by it, as the end or termination of our knowledge and esteem in the most solid and compleat Fruition.
Thirdly, an ingenuous entire Devoting of our selves to be governed by it, as the end or termination of our knowledge and esteem in the most solid and complete Fruition.
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Peace be unto you was the Salutation of the Jews, And, let your Peace be upon the House, was the General form of Benediction which our Saviour prescribed to his Disciples.
Peace be unto you was the Salutation of the jews, And, let your Peace be upon the House, was the General from of Benediction which our Saviour prescribed to his Disciples.
Instances are many, but unnecessary to be produced, because the word is ever used in this comprehensive Sense, where the context doth not evidently determine it to some particulars;
Instances Are many, but unnecessary to be produced, Because the word is ever used in this comprehensive Sense, where the context does not evidently determine it to Some particulars;
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as in that of the Acts, c. 9. v. 31. The Churches NONLATINALPHABET had Peace throughout all Judea, which must be interpreted of rest and ease, because it immediately follows the account of their persecution.
as in that of the Acts, c. 9. v. 31. The Churches had Peace throughout all Judea, which must be interpreted of rest and ease, Because it immediately follows the account of their persecution.
But wheresoever the word is used Indefinitely, as in my Text, there, without any exception, it signifies all Felicity, Blessedness and Prosperity in General.
But wheresoever the word is used Indefinitely, as in my Text, there, without any exception, it signifies all Felicity, Blessedness and Prosperity in General.
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Whatsoever therefore is the Happiness of a man under the Circumstances of this present life, that is the Peace in my Text, which is assured to those who Love the Law.
Whatsoever Therefore is the Happiness of a man under the circumstances of this present life, that is the Peace in my Text, which is assured to those who Love the Law.
and is resolved into inward contentation, serenity of mind, full satisfaction in our State and Place, upon a faithful deliberate judgment of our whole affairs. For we are not capable of Absolute perfection here;
and is resolved into inward contentation, serenity of mind, full satisfaction in our State and Place, upon a faithful deliberate judgement of our Whole affairs. For we Are not capable of Absolute perfection Here;
neither can we be happy in utter Cessation or Inactivity; and there remains but a Third which is right Judgment, prudent managery, and a wise Content.
neither can we be happy in utter Cessation or Inactivity; and there remains but a Third which is right Judgement, prudent managery, and a wise Content.
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for struggling and difficulties, for mixtures of Good and Evil. To Fear nothing, to Desire nothing, to Meet with nothing impossible is only competent to God, says Epictetus. And as for a Stoical Apathy, or such a deadness to the World that we shall cease to at in it,
for struggling and difficulties, for mixtures of Good and Evil. To fear nothing, to Desire nothing, to Meet with nothing impossible is only competent to God, Says Epictetus. And as for a Stoical Apathy, or such a deadness to the World that we shall cease to At in it,
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and therefore cannot be the Happiness of a man, or the Peace of my Text. For man is an active creature furnished with organs of Reflexion, Prevision, Design and Enjoyment.
and Therefore cannot be the Happiness of a man, or the Peace of my Text. For man is an active creature furnished with organs of Reflection, Prevision, Design and Enjoyment.
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It remains then, upon the whole matter, that the Peace of my Text must be such as shall consist with the design and order of Society, with our Station, our Business, our Capacities, and Relations in the World. And being thus involved in the midst of many Uncertainties, cross events,
It remains then, upon the Whole matter, that the Peace of my Text must be such as shall consist with the Design and order of Society, with our Station, our Business, our Capacities, and Relations in the World. And being thus involved in the midst of many Uncertainties, cross events,
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and continual vexations, the Psalmist encourages us to govern our lives by the Law of God, from the most pregnant motive that can be offered to the minds of men, viz. that then we shall have Peace, Acquiescence in our State, Satisfaction in our minds, chearful reflexion upon our lives, pleasant converse with our own thoughts, liberty from impatient desire, from control and struglings, full approbation of our proceedings, and content in all Events.
and continual vexations, the Psalmist encourages us to govern our lives by the Law of God, from the most pregnant motive that can be offered to the minds of men, viz. that then we shall have Peace, Acquiescence in our State, Satisfaction in our minds, cheerful reflection upon our lives, pleasant converse with our own thoughts, liberty from impatient desire, from control and strugglings, full approbation of our proceedings, and content in all Events.
And as this is the proper happiness of a man, in this Probationary life, so it is the certain and the utmost signification of the word Peace; Nay, the onely kind of peace that naturally flows from the observation of a Law of life, which supposes every man contriving his business and pursuing his ends,
And as this is the proper happiness of a man, in this Probationary life, so it is the certain and the utmost signification of the word Peace; Nay, the only kind of peace that naturally flows from the observation of a Law of life, which supposes every man contriving his business and pursuing his ends,
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Having thus discovered the nature and quality of that Peace which is proper and agreeable to our present State, I shall now proceed to consider the methods of obtaining it, the springs and Principles from whence it flows.
Having thus discovered the nature and quality of that Peace which is proper and agreeable to our present State, I shall now proceed to Consider the methods of obtaining it, the springs and Principles from whence it flows.
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And this is the Noblest Argument, that can possibly be discussed, because it is Peace that distinguishes Life from Madness, it is this alone can make our being Pleasant or Desirable;
And this is the Noblest Argument, that can possibly be discussed, Because it is Peace that Distinguishes Life from Madness, it is this alone can make our being Pleasant or Desirable;
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it is this that renders our powers of Prevision and Reflexion beneficial, which without it are the certain instruments of intolerable pain and anguish.
it is this that renders our Powers of Prevision and Reflection beneficial, which without it Are the certain Instruments of intolerable pain and anguish.
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For it is impossible to conceive that Discords and Contradictions should by God himself have been mingled with our Constitutions; that some of our powers and faculties should be designed by Him to vex and discompose the frame by Jarring, and striking against the rest.
For it is impossible to conceive that Discords and Contradictions should by God himself have been mingled with our Constitutions; that Some of our Powers and faculties should be designed by Him to vex and discompose the frame by Jarring, and striking against the rest.
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It cannot be believed that Impetuosity of desire, and Turbulency of passion, which almost all men, of whatever condition are oppressed with, should be the necessary result of our composition.
It cannot be believed that Impetuosity of desire, and Turbulency of passion, which almost all men, of whatever condition Are oppressed with, should be the necessary result of our composition.
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There must be rules of Steerage, arts of Defence, and measures of prudent Conduct, in the midst of those varieties of Action and Passion which divide our Lives.
There must be rules of Steerage, arts of Defence, and measures of prudent Conduct, in the midst of those varieties of Actium and Passion which divide our Lives.
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And these the Psalmist tells us, are contained and only to be found in the Law of God, who out of his Infinite goodness and compassion of our weakness, hath prescribed us rules of life, which in the Love and Practice are a certain Cause, an inexhaustible Fountain of Joy and Peace.
And these the Psalmist tells us, Are contained and only to be found in the Law of God, who out of his Infinite Goodness and compassion of our weakness, hath prescribed us rules of life, which in the Love and Practice Are a certain Cause, an inexhaustible Fountain of Joy and Peace.
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Which leads me to the Third head of discourse proposed, namely; III. To Illustrate the truth of the Assertion that this Blessed Peace and content of mind will certainly follow upon the Love and practice of the Law of God.
Which leads me to the Third head of discourse proposed, namely; III. To Illustrate the truth of the Assertion that this Blessed Peace and content of mind will Certainly follow upon the Love and practice of the Law of God.
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But the Law of God is compiled with so much Wisedom, and with such respect to Inclinations of the humane nature, that it guides its subjects, through all the parts and Scenes of life in a consonant, equal, sutable procedure,
But the Law of God is compiled with so much Wisdom, and with such respect to Inclinations of the humane nature, that it guides its subject's, through all the parts and Scenes of life in a consonant, equal, suitable procedure,
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To govern our lives by a Rule with reguard to one last End, which shall run through all our actions, causes Peace and Acquiescence how unwarily soever we have chosen,
To govern our lives by a Rule with reguard to one last End, which shall run through all our actions, Causes Peace and Acquiescence how unwarily soever we have chosen,
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or however we may have forced and contradicted our Wills, and live in a kind of Violence to our Inclinations; because we have Approved and are Resolved; we are delivered from multiplicity of ends and objects, from the repugnancies of contrary desires, from the contradiction of divers interests, from the torment of hesitation, shame and confusion.
or however we may have forced and contradicted our Wills, and live in a kind of Violence to our Inclinations; Because we have Approved and Are Resolved; we Are Delivered from Multiplicity of ends and objects, from the Repugnancies of contrary Desires, from the contradiction of diverse interests, from the torment of hesitation, shame and confusion.
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But the Duties themselves, which the Law requires are the proper actions of reasonable creatures, the very best motions of our own minds, the most exquisite Pleasures and Entertainments of our being.
But the Duties themselves, which the Law requires Are the proper actions of reasonable creatures, the very best motions of our own minds, the most exquisite Pleasures and Entertainments of our being.
how much more the Observation of such a Rule, the commands whereof are the very vital Powers and Perfection of our Natures. For the Soul enjoys and exercises its life, chiefly, by the mediation of the body, in the way of action. Such therefore as our actions are, such is the Health or Sickness, the Strength or Weakness, the Beauty or Degeneracy of the mind.
how much more the Observation of such a Rule, the commands whereof Are the very vital Powers and Perfection of our Nature's. For the Soul enjoys and exercises its life, chiefly, by the mediation of the body, in the Way of actium. Such Therefore as our actions Are, such is the Health or Sickness, the Strength or Weakness, the Beauty or Degeneracy of the mind.
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but we Know infallibly, by an exquisite sense, of the Tendencies and Inclinations of our inward life, that to be wife and just, to be pure and holy, to imitate the life of God, are the unquestionable Excellencies of our being;
but we Know infallibly, by an exquisite sense, of the Tendencies and Inclinations of our inward life, that to be wife and just, to be pure and holy, to imitate the life of God, Are the unquestionable Excellencies of our being;
and by degrees recover a beautiful habit, a sound, vivacious constitution. Perfect content and Peace, is therefore the necessary effect of Loving the Law of God,
and by Degrees recover a beautiful habit, a found, vivacious constitution. Perfect content and Peace, is Therefore the necessary Effect of Loving the Law of God,
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from a Judicious prosecution of Good, from a dexterous eschewing of Evil, and from a ready application of reasons or means of peace to our selves in all Events.
from a Judicious prosecution of Good, from a dexterous Eschewing of Evil, and from a ready application of Reasons or means of peace to our selves in all Events.
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But the Law of God is contrived with such respect to the Happiness of men, that those who are under its Power and Conduct, are throughly instructed in all the arts of a wise procedure. And,
But the Law of God is contrived with such respect to the Happiness of men, that those who Are under its Power and Conduct, Are thoroughly instructed in all the arts of a wise procedure. And,
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And, Secondly, in such Dispositions of mind, and principles of Reason, that none of the passions or accidents of life, shall Deject our mind, or Destroy our peace.
And, Secondly, in such Dispositions of mind, and principles of Reason, that none of the passion or accidents of life, shall Deject our mind, or Destroy our peace.
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But the Law of God is a lively and exact Image, of an Ʋnderstanding infinitely Perfect. Those therefore whose minds, whose wills and actions are informed and governed by it, partake in a proper sense of the Wisedom of God himself; and are moved in some sort by the vigour and activity of a Perfect Mind.
But the Law of God is a lively and exact Image, of an Ʋnderstanding infinitely Perfect. Those Therefore whose minds, whose wills and actions Are informed and governed by it, partake in a proper sense of the Wisdom of God himself; and Are moved in Some sort by the vigour and activity of a Perfect Mind.
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For Vertue disciplines and subjects the body, stills the passions, files off the chains, and removes the weights which depress and sink the soul into a sluggish unactive State,
For Virtue disciplines and subject's the body, stills the passion, files off the chains, and removes the weights which depress and sink the soul into a sluggish unactive State,
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And thus redeemed from the dominion of passion, from the power and impulse of the lower Spirit; our Apprehensions of things will be distinct and clear, our Inward Sense will be true and quick, our Judgment masterly and comprehensive, directing our faculties and instruments of action with an assured Light.
And thus redeemed from the dominion of passion, from the power and impulse of the lower Spirit; our Apprehensions of things will be distinct and clear, our Inward Sense will be true and quick, our Judgement masterly and comprehensive, directing our faculties and Instruments of actium with an assured Light.
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In a word, whosoever is under the Power of the Law of God will improve in his knowledge, he will be prudent in the choise of his ends, Sparing of his Affections, Master of his Passions, advised in his proceedings.
In a word, whosoever is under the Power of the Law of God will improve in his knowledge, he will be prudent in the choice of his ends, Sparing of his Affections, Master of his Passion, advised in his proceedings.
It would be tedious to state particular cases, and show how this Principle of Love to the Law of God would act and show it self in laying the Design, disposing the instruments, foreseeing the difficulties, and finally, compassing the End;
It would be tedious to state particular cases, and show how this Principle of Love to the Law of God would act and show it self in laying the Design, disposing the Instruments, Foreseeing the difficulties, and finally, compassing the End;
it is enough that the Law is the Wisedom of God, the most exact and Perfect disposition of the Soul. The same therefore that Health is to the body, which enables it to Judge of sounds and tasts, and other objects of sense;
it is enough that the Law is the Wisdom of God, the most exact and Perfect disposition of the Soul. The same Therefore that Health is to the body, which enables it to Judge of sounds and tastes, and other objects of sense;
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such is vertue to the mind, which enables it to Judge exactly of propositions Moral, of wise and good, of fit and proper, of things Convenient and Decent.
such is virtue to the mind, which enables it to Judge exactly of propositions Moral, of wise and good, of fit and proper, of things Convenient and Decent.
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And as the Law of God enables those who love it to judge of things distinctly, and disposes them to an excellent government of themselves, which are the Greatest Advantages in the pursuit of Good,
And as the Law of God enables those who love it to judge of things distinctly, and disposes them to an excellent government of themselves, which Are the Greatest Advantages in the pursuit of Good,
So also, it accomplishes the mind with such Principles, such dispositions, and such a right Opiniou of things, that none of the passions or evils of humane life, shall be able to destroy our peace.
So also, it accomplishes the mind with such Principles, such dispositions, and such a right Opiniou of things, that none of the passion or evils of humane life, shall be able to destroy our peace.
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Yet the Efficacies of it are not Positive and Necessary, but Moral and Conditional. We still remain in the midst of innūmerable contingencies; We are still the Subjects of passion, and of all the various operations of second causes.
Yet the Efficacies of it Are not Positive and Necessary, but Moral and Conditional. We still remain in the midst of innumerable contingencies; We Are still the Subject's of passion, and of all the various operations of second Causes.
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Religion is no Charm or Amulet, it changes not the nature of things, nor forceth blind unconscious causes to conspire the Accomplishment of all our ends.
Religion is no Charm or Amulet, it changes not the nature of things, nor forceth blind unconscious Causes to conspire the Accomplishment of all our ends.
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But it supplies the Soul with such Preparatives, Principles and Opinions, that no event shall make too deep an impression, nothing shall Deject our mind or destroy our Peace.
But it supplies the Soul with such Preparatives, Principles and Opinions, that no event shall make too deep an impression, nothing shall Deject our mind or destroy our Peace.
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but the Strength and trimming of the Vessel, the skil of the Pilot, and the ready Obedience of the Sailers, our passions, will then be such that the proudest waves may Break before us,
but the Strength and trimming of the Vessel, the skill of the Pilot, and the ready obedience of the Sailors, our passion, will then be such that the proudest waves may Break before us,
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First, Desire and Hope Ʋnsatisfyed. Secondly, Fears and Apprehensions of future Events. Thirdly, Sudden Accidents, or the Surprize of misfortunes. First, Desire and Hope Ʋnsatisfyed.
First, Desire and Hope Ʋnsatisfyed. Secondly, Fears and Apprehensions of future Events. Thirdly, Sudden Accidents, or the Surprise of misfortunes. First, Desire and Hope Ʋnsatisfyed.
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As it is the common Infirmity of mankind to be ever Desiring and never Contented; to Forget what is past, to be weary of what we Possess, and to fix our eyes and our hearts upon things before us and without us; so it is the most fruitful principle of pain and misery.
As it is the Common Infirmity of mankind to be ever Desiring and never Contented; to Forget what is past, to be weary of what we Possess, and to fix our eyes and our hearts upon things before us and without us; so it is the most fruitful principle of pain and misery.
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Earnest, violent Desire, though hereafter it should be satisfyed, yet simply, in it self, it is grievous and afflicting; Because it is commonly attended with Clashing of passions, with commotions of Hope and Fear, with struggling and difficulties, with successions of crosse events, with immoderate anger, with envy, ambition, and the Perfidiousness of instruments.
Earnest, violent Desire, though hereafter it should be satisfied, yet simply, in it self, it is grievous and afflicting; Because it is commonly attended with Clashing of passion, with commotions of Hope and fear, with struggling and difficulties, with successions of cross events, with immoderate anger, with envy, ambition, and the Perfidiousness of Instruments.
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How often are men forced to give thanks for Injuries, to court an Enemy, to smile of Affronts, to Intreat for a debt, nay, to offer Satisfaction, where they themselves received the Wrong.
How often Are men forced to give thanks for Injuries, to court an Enemy, to smile of Affronts, to Entreat for a debt, nay, to offer Satisfaction, where they themselves received the Wrong.
unless it be Him, who after all he hath Done and Suffered can never Attain his End. Simple Desire, if it be passionate is painful and uneasie, but Desire Unsatisfy'd is the perfection of Moral Torment.
unless it be Him, who After all he hath Done and Suffered can never Attain his End. Simple Desire, if it be passionate is painful and uneasy, but Desire Unsatisfied is the perfection of Moral Torment.
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But Religion fills our affections with the Love of God, who is simply and Originally Good; and acquaints us with the Excellency of our own nature, the Liberty of our will, our right of dominion over most of the creatures;
But Religion fills our affections with the Love of God, who is simply and Originally Good; and acquaints us with the Excellency of our own nature, the Liberty of our will, our right of dominion over most of the creatures;
Or hunt the hare with an Ox, Or catch the Hart in a castingnet, are crossed, in the failure of their purposes, by wicked Angels, or malignant Spirits;
Or hunt the hare with an Ox, Or catch the Heart in a castingnet, Are crossed, in the failure of their Purposes, by wicked Angels, or malignant Spirits;
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5. And lastly, It turns our eyes Within, and affects us with a thankful sense of the Blessings we do enjoy. It is Plutarch's observation NONLATINALPHABET.
5. And lastly, It turns our eyes Within, and affects us with a thankful sense of the Blessings we do enjoy. It is Plutarch's observation.
Whatsoever good befalls us is unregarded as a drop that falls into the Ocean; but whatever happens ill affects us as the overflowing of the Sea. But a wise man will make the best of what he does enjoy,
Whatsoever good befalls us is unregarded as a drop that falls into the Ocean; but whatever happens ill affects us as the overflowing of the Sea. But a wise man will make the best of what he does enjoy,
Fear, if we derive it from its Original cause, is the off-spring and effect of Love. The possession of what we Value, the high Opinion of our Acquisitions,
fear, if we derive it from its Original cause, is the offspring and Effect of Love. The possession of what we Valve, the high Opinion of our Acquisitions,
Or the sad Ideas, the melancholy tumultuous fancies of a Jealous mind, and a strong affection vex us with continual Fears of losing what we so passionately Love. And in proportion to the Violence of our affection, the Strength of our Jealousies, the Quickness and Activity of our Passions;
Or the sad Ideas, the melancholy tumultuous fancies of a Jealous mind, and a strong affection vex us with continual Fears of losing what we so passionately Love. And in proportion to the Violence of our affection, the Strength of our Jealousies, the Quickness and Activity of our Passion;
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It affects us with a Constant sense of the unstable nature of the World, and so preserves our Passions within our Power. For no man of common sense will engage his affections to any Object which he knows he can neither Command nor Keep.
It affects us with a Constant sense of the unstable nature of the World, and so preserves our Passion within our Power. For no man of Common sense will engage his affections to any Object which he knows he can neither Command nor Keep.
It instructs us to be content that the World should fluctuate in perpetual uncertainty. It teaches us to Resign our selves to the disposal of infinite Wisedom and Goodness.
It instructs us to be content that the World should fluctuate in perpetual uncertainty. It Teaches us to Resign our selves to the disposal of infinite Wisdom and goodness.
and so Removes the Causes, nay the very Possibilities of Fear, by disposing our minds to chuse, and desire what pleases God, that is, whatsoever Happens.
and so Removes the Causes, nay the very Possibilities of fear, by disposing our minds to choose, and desire what Pleases God, that is, whatsoever Happens.
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Thirdly, Vexation and trouble proceed from Sudden Accidents, from the surprize of Misfortunes. 1. And these are either less considerable, the Occurrences of every day.
Thirdly, Vexation and trouble proceed from Sudden Accidents, from the surprise of Misfortunes. 1. And these Are either less considerable, the Occurrences of every day.
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and by the Indecency of our actions, and the intemperance of our Speech, by the shame and servility which usually follow such Furious Motions, we Expose our selves to the Contempt of those we would Correct.
and by the Indecency of our actions, and the intemperance of our Speech, by the shame and servility which usually follow such Furious Motions, we Expose our selves to the Contempt of those we would Correct.
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And it instructs us to consider our own infirmities, to be moderate in our expectations, to be Candid in our constructions, to be meek and lowly in mind,
And it instructs us to Consider our own infirmities, to be moderate in our Expectations, to be Candid in our constructions, to be meek and lowly in mind,
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But a Principle of Religion grown up into the strengths of Love will enable us, to preserve the serenity of our mind under any the most pressing Calamities of humane life.
But a Principle of Religion grown up into the strengths of Love will enable us, to preserve the serenity of our mind under any the most pressing Calamities of humane life.
It so instructs us in the whole Doctrine of Divine Providence that we shall not be at all surprized, when that which is always in Posse appears in Act. NONLATINALPHABET.
It so instructs us in the Whole Doctrine of Divine Providence that we shall not be At all surprised, when that which is always in Posse appears in Act..
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They grope in the dark and stagger like a drunken man, as it is in the 12. of Job. v. 25. And the steps of his strength shall be straitned, his own Counsel shall cast him down. Job. 18.7. Pro. 4.18. Isa. 1.56.
They grope in the dark and stagger like a drunken man, as it is in the 12. of Job. v. 25. And the steps of his strength shall be straitened, his own Counsel shall cast him down. Job. 18.7. Pro 4.18. Isaiah 1.56.
His passions are Temperate, his Mind Inlarged, his Judgment True, his Resolutions Steady, his Counsel Solid, his Confidence Unshaken, his Courage Invincible, his Execution Vigorous;
His passion Are Temperate, his Mind Enlarged, his Judgement True, his Resolutions Steady, his Counsel Solid, his Confidence Unshaken, his Courage Invincible, his Execution Vigorous;
and from the Moral Accomplishments of the mind, so Lastly, from Divine and secret communication of Joy and comfort, of Courage and assurance, of Ʋnspeakable Bliss and Glory to the Soul.
and from the Moral Accomplishments of the mind, so Lastly, from Divine and secret communication of Joy and Comfort, of Courage and assurance, of Ʋnspeakable Bliss and Glory to the Soul.
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And the pleasures of God are not distinct from himself, but the Reflexion upon, and the Enjoyment of his own Perfections, The display and exercise of his Wisedom, Providence, Power and Goodness.
And the pleasures of God Are not distinct from himself, but the Reflection upon, and the Enjoyment of his own Perfections, The display and exercise of his Wisdom, Providence, Power and goodness.
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For nothing without himself can entertain a being that is infinitely perfect. Whatsoever therefore is Good is Pleasant, and in Perfect Good there is Perfect Pleasure.
For nothing without himself can entertain a being that is infinitely perfect. Whatsoever Therefore is Good is Pleasant, and in Perfect Good there is Perfect Pleasure.
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But he that Loves his Law, is the lively Image of God Himself, he desires by His affections, he is moved by his Will, he acts by the measures of Infinite Goodness, he preserves the Unity of his Soul with its Root and Principle,
But he that Loves his Law, is the lively Image of God Himself, he Desires by His affections, he is moved by his Will, he acts by the measures of Infinite goodness, he preserves the Unity of his Soul with its Root and Principle,
For a man Regenerate and sanctifyed by the Law of God approaches so near to his likness, Sympathizes so exactly with His being, lives His Life, does His actions, serves His purposes,
For a man Regenerate and sanctified by the Law of God Approaches so near to his likeness, Sympathizes so exactly with His being, lives His Life, does His actions, serves His Purposes,
and magnifies His glorie, that it is not Immodest to expect the rays of the Divine light should Shine into him, that God should Encourage his vertue with Sensible expressions of His Love.
and Magnifies His glory, that it is not Immodest to expect the rays of the Divine Light should Shine into him, that God should Encourage his virtue with Sensible expressions of His Love.
Place, To consider the full and perfect agreement of this Peace, thus flowing from the Love of the Law of God to the Character of my Text, Great Peace, &c.
Place, To Consider the full and perfect agreement of this Peace, thus flowing from the Love of the Law of God to the Character of my Text, Great Peace, etc.
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It is a Principle incorporated into our very frame and nature; the effects are therefore necessary, and its Vertue infinite and Inexhaustible. For Peace of mind,
It is a Principle incorporated into our very frame and nature; the effects Are Therefore necessary, and its Virtue infinite and Inexhaustible. For Peace of mind,
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and Imperfection of all other Principles and Kinds of Peace whatever, which will render the Peace of my Text exceeding Great and Glorious, not onely in it self but because there is none Besides it.
and Imperfection of all other Principles and Kinds of Peace whatever, which will render the Peace of my Text exceeding Great and Glorious, not only in it self but Because there is none Beside it.
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The Third is an Ʋnconsidering, Ʋnreflecting state; a life of Mirth and Jollity. It is deplorable to observe how almost eve•• man takes sanctuary in one of these.
The Third is an Ʋnconsidering, Ʋnreflecting state; a life of Mirth and Jollity. It is deplorable to observe how almost eve•• man Takes sanctuary in one of these.
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And yet how sadly we shall find them shrink from the test? How miserable will they leave us in the days of Tryal, when we stand in the greatest need of support and Comfort?
And yet how sadly we shall find them shrink from the test? How miserable will they leave us in the days of Trial, when we stand in the greatest need of support and Comfort?
But he that is free from all apprehensions of Religion, is Master of himself satisfyed in his own proceedings, all his Actions make the same Impressions upon his mind, he hath no Control,
But he that is free from all apprehensions of Religion, is Master of himself satisfied in his own proceedings, all his Actions make the same Impressions upon his mind, he hath no Control,
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I have read of many Athiests, that have discovered the Imperfection of their own Hypothesis, in occasional expressions of Fear; but I never read of any that in all points was true to his own Pretensions.
I have read of many Atheists, that have discovered the Imperfection of their own Hypothesis, in occasional expressions of fear; but I never read of any that in all points was true to his own Pretensions.
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For it is Impossible for a man of any wit to be throughly Satisfyed, not onely because the Arguments for God and Immortality are too strong to be answered,
For it is Impossible for a man of any wit to be thoroughly Satisfied, not only Because the Arguments for God and Immortality Are too strong to be answered,
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What comfort can there be to live in the midst of Fortuitous Motions? If Inconscious atoms, united themselves into the Frame of the World, there is nothing hinders the parts that are still in motion,
What Comfort can there be to live in the midst of Fortuitous Motions? If Inconscious atoms, united themselves into the Frame of the World, there is nothing hinders the parts that Are still in motion,
but by a Casual Violence and Agreement they may Separate the parts United, and put them to Shift about, till they Joyn together again in new appearances.
but by a Casual Violence and Agreement they may Separate the parts United, and put them to Shift about, till they Join together again in new appearances.
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And any the most Excellent Being, though otherwise never so perfect, were yet miserable without Immortality: But besides this, the Atheist looks upon God and Religion in a False Light, for the Duties commanded are our proper Liberty, the very best and freest actions of our nature, Which flow easily, secundo flumine, as we have heard.
And any the most Excellent Being, though otherwise never so perfect, were yet miserable without Immortality: But beside this, the Atheist looks upon God and Religion in a False Light, for the Duties commanded Are our proper Liberty, the very best and Freest actions of our nature, Which flow Easily, secundo Flumine, as we have herd.
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It is the presence of all Perfection; It is a Security that all things happen Woll, that the world is governed by infinite Understanding, and fastned upon sure things.
It is the presence of all Perfection; It is a Security that all things happen Woll, that the world is governed by infinite Understanding, and fastened upon sure things.
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It was not therefore by Chance that the Psalmist entitles those to Peace, who Love the Law; but on purpose to anticipate the expectation of the Hypocrite.
It was not Therefore by Chance that the Psalmist entitles those to Peace, who Love the Law; but on purpose to anticipate the expectation of the Hypocrite.
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But no men are more Miserable than these, because they are afraid of themselves, and dare not Search into the strength of their own supports. But times of Tryall and Adversity discover their rottenness whether we will or no. They then shall find their Hope cut off,
But no men Are more Miserable than these, Because they Are afraid of themselves, and Dare not Search into the strength of their own supports. But times of Trial and Adversity discover their rottenness whither we will or no. They then shall find their Hope Cut off,
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and that their trust is in a Spiders web, they shall lean upon their house, but it will not Stand. Job. 8.14.15. and In the days of Calamity the sinners in Sion are afraid, fearfulness hath surprized the hypocrite. Jer, 2.37. And every one, says our Saviour, that heareth these sayings of mine and doth them not, shall be likned to a foolish man that built his house upon the sand. Mat. 7.26. There is no man indeed, can seriously expect the Favour of God upon the services of an Histrionical Verbal Piety; or without conformity of our Affections to his Law.
and that their trust is in a Spiders web, they shall lean upon their house, but it will not Stand. Job. 8.14.15. and In the days of Calamity the Sinners in Sion Are afraid, fearfulness hath surprised the hypocrite. Jer, 2.37. And every one, Says our Saviour, that hears these sayings of mine and does them not, shall be likened to a foolish man that built his house upon the sand. Mathew 7.26. There is no man indeed, can seriously expect the Favour of God upon the services of an Histrionical Verbal Piety; or without conformity of our Affections to his Law.
or his Goodness if we do not Imitate it. It is Profaneness and Affront to look obsequiously with eyes and hands lift up to God in our devotions, whom we Scorn and Revile in our Lives and Actions.
or his goodness if we do not Imitate it. It is Profaneness and Affront to look obsequiously with eyes and hands lift up to God in our devotions, whom we Scorn and Revile in our Lives and Actions.
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But is this the peace of a man, which is but the pleasure of a brute? Shall we be Content to resolve our Peace into that which destroys our Being? Is Stupefaction a Cure of Diseases, a Healthful pleasant state? But thus it is, the Harp, the Viol, the Tabret and Pipe are in their Dwellings,
But is this the peace of a man, which is but the pleasure of a brutus? Shall we be Content to resolve our Peace into that which Destroys our Being? Is Stupefaction a Cure of Diseases, a Healthful pleasant state? But thus it is, the Harp, the Violent, the Tabret and Pipe Are in their Dwellings,
and Discovers the Weakness of this, as well as of those other Principles; Inasmuch as the most Pious men are often depressed with the Misfortunes of the World;
and Discovers the Weakness of this, as well as of those other Principles; Inasmuch as the most Pious men Are often depressed with the Misfortunes of the World;
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Whosoever Loves the Law of God, though his Temper be altered, yet he is still but a Man. This new Principle doth not act him by violence and Necessity, but in a way that is sutable to a Free Agent. He still remains Obnoxious to Frowardness and Inadvertency, to Mistakes and Infirmities, to Temptations, Scruples, Dejection, Melancholy,
Whosoever Loves the Law of God, though his Temper be altered, yet he is still but a Man. This new Principle does not act him by violence and Necessity, but in a Way that is suitable to a Free Agent. He still remains Obnoxious to Frowardness and Inadvertency, to Mistakes and Infirmities, to Temptations, Scruples, Dejection, Melancholy,
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As for that part of the Peace of a good man which is Communicated to the Soul immediately by God himself, we are indeed more Passive in that than in the other; Yet even this requires a Sutable Disposition in the Patient besides the sincerity of his Love.
As for that part of the Peace of a good man which is Communicated to the Soul immediately by God himself, we Are indeed more Passive in that than in the other; Yet even this requires a Suitable Disposition in the Patient beside the sincerity of his Love.
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and our needs require it. Times of great temptation, doubtful conflicts, prevailing fears, dejection and despondence, are proper seasons for an Encouraging Manifestation of the Glory and Love of God.
and our needs require it. Times of great temptation, doubtful conflicts, prevailing fears, dejection and despondence, Are proper seasons for an Encouraging Manifestation of the Glory and Love of God.
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And it is no disparagement to the Doctrine of my Text, that Infinite Wisedom should dispense that part of our Peace which is properly a Reward as our Temper will bear it, and our Needs require it.
And it is no disparagement to the Doctrine of my Text, that Infinite Wisdom should dispense that part of our Peace which is properly a Reward as our Temper will bear it, and our Needs require it.
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And thus the Principle may contain a Full and Uninterrupted Peace within it self, though its Vertue, through accidental Impediments, should not always and alike refresh the Subject.
And thus the Principle may contain a Full and Uninterrupted Peace within it self, though its Virtue, through accidental Impediments, should not always and alike refresh the Subject.
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Every good man hath a disposition to Perfection, an Interest in the Love of God, and the joys of Heaven. Suppose him then a person of the weakest understanding,
Every good man hath a disposition to Perfection, an Interest in the Love of God, and the Joys of Heaven. Suppose him then a person of the Weakest understanding,
yet he finds the pleasure of an equal life, and knows how to resign himself to Almighty Goodness. He has a well grounded hope that God is pleased with him, that his Enemies are Conquered, that he hath a title to great Treasures, which will give him such a peace and satisfaction, that he shall never Repent his Choise.
yet he finds the pleasure of an equal life, and knows how to resign himself to Almighty goodness. He has a well grounded hope that God is pleased with him, that his Enemies Are Conquered, that he hath a title to great Treasures, which will give him such a peace and satisfaction, that he shall never repent his Choice.
What cutting and lancing are we content to endure for the preservation of the body? What dangers so great that we do not Court for the advancement of our name and fortune? The hopes of glory and reward, make the Difficulties of an enterprize, to men that are Brave, the most cheerful Circumstance.
What cutting and lancing Are we content to endure for the preservation of the body? What dangers so great that we do not Court for the advancement of our name and fortune? The hope's of glory and reward, make the Difficulties of an enterprise, to men that Are Brave, the most cheerful Circumstance.
They that would be great, must not content themselves with Common Actions, but they must atchieve such things as shall demonstrate their Wisedom, Resolution and Conduct.
They that would be great, must not content themselves with Common Actions, but they must achieve such things as shall demonstrate their Wisdom, Resolution and Conduct.
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and the Reports of Credible and Experienced persons, who with one consent, assure us, that, whosoever enters into the School of wisedom, NONLATINALPHABET, he shall be sure to return, with the Advantages of Peace and Happiness, NONLATINALPHABET.
and the Reports of Credible and Experienced Persons, who with one consent, assure us, that, whosoever enters into the School of Wisdom,, he shall be sure to return, with the Advantages of Peace and Happiness,.
In a word, to study the Law of God till we like and love it, is to Proceed upon the best Reason, to Follow the steps of the Wisest men, to pursue a Real good; to Advise with infinite Wisedom and to Strengthen our selves with the best supports.
In a word, to study the Law of God till we like and love it, is to Proceed upon the best Reason, to Follow the steps of the Wisest men, to pursue a Real good; to advice with infinite Wisdom and to Strengthen our selves with the best supports.
and Sail securely before the Wind. These are the only men that are fit to live amongst Contingencies, that can make the best of all Events, and be happy in all conditions;
and Sail securely before the Wind. These Are the only men that Are fit to live among Contingencies, that can make the best of all Events, and be happy in all conditions;
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