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Ephes. 5. 15. See then that ye walk circumspectly not as Fools, but as Wise.
Ephesians 5. 15. See then that you walk circumspectly not as Fools, but as Wise.
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IN the first Verse of this Chapter, the Apostle exhorts to the whole duty of Christians, Be ye followers of God;
IN the First Verse of this Chapter, the Apostle exhorts to the Whole duty of Christians, Be you followers of God;
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the same Exhortation he gives in other terms, verse 8. Walk as Children of light: both which Exhortations are comprehensive in the whole duty of Christians.
the same Exhortation he gives in other terms, verse 8. Walk as Children of Light: both which Exhortations Are comprehensive in the Whole duty of Christians.
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In the following Verses, he gives particular Rules and Directions, respecting the par••cular duties of Religion;
In the following Verses, he gives particular Rules and Directions, respecting the par••cular duties of Religion;
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1. Walk in Love, verse •• Flee all iniquity, both, 1. Greater iniquities, For 〈 ◊ 〉 cation and all uncleanness, or Covetousness. 〈 … 〉 ••ller iniquities;
1. Walk in Love, verse •• Flee all iniquity, both, 1. Greater iniquities, For 〈 ◊ 〉 cation and all uncleanness, or Covetousness. 〈 … 〉 ••ller iniquities;
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1. The evils of the tongue; neith•r filthiness, that is, filthy talking, nor foolish tal•ing, no• jesting, which are not convenient.
1. The evils of the tongue; neith•r filthiness, that is, filthy talking, nor foolish tal•ing, no• jesting, which Are not convenient.
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Not o•ly evil works, but evil words, not only an 〈 … 〉 conversation, but corrupt communication, 〈 … 〉 comply in the Saints. 3. Partaking in other men• 〈 ◊ 〉 vers. 7. which he further •ehorts from vers. 11. 〈 … 〉 ••ing them 1. To have no communion with them 〈 … 〉 no fellowship with the unfruitful works of darkness: 2. To be guilty of no connivance at them, but rather reprove them.
Not o•ly evil works, but evil words, not only an 〈 … 〉 Conversation, but corrupt communication, 〈 … 〉 comply in the Saints. 3. Partaking in other men• 〈 ◊ 〉 vers. 7. which he further •ehorts from vers. 11. 〈 … 〉 ••ing them 1. To have no communion with them 〈 … 〉 no fellowship with the unfruitful works of darkness: 2. To be guilty of no connivance At them, but rather reprove them.
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Of these strict Rules in the Text, he presses the strict observation: See that ye walk circumspectly, with an eye to every duty, to every direction;
Of these strict Rules in the Text, he presses the strict observation: See that you walk circumspectly, with an eye to every duty, to every direction;
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not only the greater and more weighty duties of Religion, but the lesser and smaller parts of it,
not only the greater and more weighty duties of Religion, but the lesser and smaller parts of it,
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even to all that the Lord requires. In the words you may observe, 1. A strict charge;
even to all that the Lord requires. In the words you may observe, 1. A strict charge;
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See, or look diligently and carefully to it.See, or look diligently and carefully to it.
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2. The matter given in charge, Walk circumspectly, which some render walk warily; others, accurately, exactly, others walk precisely, and that a learned Critick affirms, the word NONLATINALPHABET most properly signifies, precisely.
2. The matter given in charge, Walk circumspectly, which Some render walk warily; Others, accurately, exactly, Others walk precisely, and that a learned Critic affirms, the word most properly signifies, precisely.
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3. A commendation of this circumspect walking; This is wise walking, not as fools, but as wise:
3. A commendation of this circumspect walking; This is wise walking, not as Fools, but as wise:
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Intimating, that to walk loosely, is to walk foolishly, to walk circumspect, is to walk wisely, as men of wisdom.
Intimating, that to walk loosely, is to walk foolishly, to walk circumspect, is to walk wisely, as men of Wisdom.
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The observations from these words, are chiefly these two: Doct. 1. Christians must be Precisians.
The observations from these words, Are chiefly these two: Doct. 1. Christians must be precisians.
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2. Precisians are no fools, or, Christians of an exact an• circumspect life, are whatever the World accounts of them, truly wise men:
2. precisians Are no Fools, or, Christians of an exact an• circumspect life, Are whatever the World accounts of them, truly wise men:
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This latter Observation is it that I intend to insist upon.
This latter Observation is it that I intend to insist upon.
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Beloved, I am entring upon a discourse of a sort o• p•ople, of whom we may say, with those 〈 ◊ 〉, Acts 28. 22. Concerning this Sect, we know that it is every where spoken against;
beloved, I am entering upon a discourse of a sort o• p•ople, of whom we may say, with those 〈 ◊ 〉, Acts 28. 22. Concerning this Sect, we know that it is every where spoken against;
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And, who with the Apostles, 1 Cor. 4. 9. Are made a spectacle to the World,
And, who with the Apostles, 1 Cor. 4. 9. are made a spectacle to the World,
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and to Angels, and to Men: concerning whom Heaven and Earth are divided, and the World is divided within it self:and to Angels, and to Men: Concerning whom Heaven and Earth Are divided, and the World is divided within it self:
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Of whom God says, The World is not worthy;
Of whom God Says, The World is not worthy;
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Of whom the World say, They are not worthy to live: Of whom God sayes, They are the Apple of mine eye; Of whom the world sayes, They are a sore in our eye;
Of whom the World say, They Are not worthy to live: Of whom God Says, They Are the Apple of mine eye; Of whom the world Says, They Are a soar in our eye;
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whom God accounts his Jewels, whom men account the filth of the world, and the off scouring of all things:
whom God accounts his Jewels, whom men account the filth of the world, and the off scouring of all things:
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Of whom God sayes, They are the Sons of Wisdom, but men say, They are fools.
Of whom God Says, They Are the Sons of Wisdom, but men say, They Are Fools.
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And, as God, and Men are thus divided, so are men no less divided amongst themselves.
And, as God, and Men Are thus divided, so Are men no less divided among themselves.
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Some few say concerning these, as they concerning Christ. They are good men: Others say, No, but they are deceivers of the people.
some few say Concerning these, as they Concerning christ. They Are good men: Others say, No, but they Are deceivers of the people.
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A Precisian, with the most, is grown into a Proverb of Reproach, a mark of Infamy To be a Drunkard, a Fornicator, a Swearer, is no reproach, in comparison, of being noted for a Puritan.
A Precisian, with the most, is grown into a Proverb of Reproach, a mark of Infamy To be a Drunkard, a Fornicator, a Swearer, is no reproach, in comparison, of being noted for a Puritan.
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Well, but let us enquire a little more narrowly into the way and manner of this sort of people, about whom the World is thus moved,
Well, but let us inquire a little more narrowly into the Way and manner of this sort of people, about whom the World is thus moved,
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and hath been in all Ages. In order hereunto I shall shew you, First, What a Precisian is;
and hath been in all Ages. In order hereunto I shall show you, First, What a Precisian is;
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and secondly, prove to you, against all the World, that he is no Fool, but a truly,
and secondly, prove to you, against all the World, that he is no Fool, but a truly,
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yea, the only wise man, which if I do not, through the help of God, make evident to the Consciences of impartial and unprejudiced persons, let me passe for a deceiver.
yea, the only wise man, which if I do not, through the help of God, make evident to the Consciences of impartial and unprejudiced Persons, let me pass for a deceiver.
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Touching the former, What a Precisian is, a Scripture Precisian. Let me first tell you, to prevent mistakes, who he is not.
Touching the former, What a Precisian is, a Scripture Precisian. Let me First tell you, to prevent mistakes, who he is not.
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1. Not a Pharisee, a painted Sepulchre, whose Religion is a meer shew: who hath the Form of Godlinesse without the power;
1. Not a Pharisee, a painted Sepulchre, whose Religion is a mere show: who hath the From of Godliness without the power;
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who is pure in his own eyes, and yet not cleansed from his filthiness;
who is pure in his own eyes, and yet not cleansed from his filthiness;
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who is exact about the punctilio's of Religion, and hath a great Zeal about the minima Leges, the lower and more circumstantial matters,
who is exact about the punctilio's of Religion, and hath a great Zeal about the minima Leges, the lower and more circumstantial matters,
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and neglects the weightier things of the Law, this is not he.
and neglects the Weightier things of the Law, this is not he.
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2. Not a Phanatick, properly so called, (though that be a vizard put upon him by some,
2. Not a Fanatic, properly so called, (though that be a vizard put upon him by Some,
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as the Hides of Beasts were put upon the Christians of old) not a Phanatick, I say, whose Religion is all Fancy.
as the Hides of Beasts were put upon the Christians of old) not a Fanatic, I say, whose Religion is all Fancy.
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Imagination, Enthusiasms, the Dreams and Visions of his own Heart; Neither is this he. Christianity is not a Castle in the air, but is a building that hath Foundation.
Imagination, Enthusiasms, the Dreams and Visions of his own Heart; Neither is this he. Christianity is not a Castle in the air, but is a building that hath Foundation.
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3. Not a Phrenetick, no son of violence or Contentions, who not knowing what spirit he is of, calls for fire from Heaven to set all in combustion,
3. Not a Frenetic, no son of violence or Contentions, who not knowing what Spirit he is of, calls for fire from Heaven to Set all in combustion,
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if every thing be not exactly fashioned according to his own mind. Neither is this he, The Wisdom that is from above, is first pure, then peaceable;
if every thing be not exactly fashioned according to his own mind. Neither is this he, The Wisdom that is from above, is First pure, then peaceable;
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the servants of the Lord must not strive, but be gentle, &c.the Servants of the Lord must not strive, but be gentle, etc.
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By a Precisian, I mean a sincere circumspect Christian, one whose care and endeavour is, To walk uprightly, according to the truth of the Gospel, who withdrawing himself from the Fellowship, Fashions and Lusts of the World,
By a Precisian, I mean a sincere circumspect Christian, one whose care and endeavour is, To walk uprightly, according to the truth of the Gospel, who withdrawing himself from the Fellowship, Fashions and Lustiest of the World,
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and denying himself the sinful Liberties thereof, doth exercise himself to keep a good conscience towards God and men.
and denying himself the sinful Liberties thereof, does exercise himself to keep a good conscience towards God and men.
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This is the person against whom the great hate and envy, and severe censures and calumnies of ungodly men, are chiefly intended, under what colour,
This is the person against whom the great hate and envy, and severe censures and calumnies of ungodly men, Are chiefly intended, under what colour,
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or disguise soever they are carried; the enmity is not betwixt sinners and Hypocrites, but betwixt Sinners and Saints;
or disguise soever they Are carried; the enmity is not betwixt Sinners and Hypocrites, but betwixt Sinners and Saints;
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the seed of the Serpent, and the seed of the woman, not the pretended, but the true seed, Israelities indeed, are the Men whom the Ishmaelites persecute Gal. 4. 29. He that was born after the flesh, persecuted him not that pretended to be,
the seed of the Serpent, and the seed of the woman, not the pretended, but the true seed, Israelites indeed, Are the Men whom the Ishmaelites persecute Gal. 4. 29. He that was born After the Flesh, persecuted him not that pretended to be,
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but was born after the Spirit. but was born After the Spirit.
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Of this Person, or of this sort of people, I shall give you a more full description in these two Particulars. 1. By their Make,
Of this Person, or of this sort of people, I shall give you a more full description in these two Particulars. 1. By their Make,
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or Constitution. 2. By their Way, or Conversation.
or Constitution. 2. By their Way, or Conversation.
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1. By their Constitution, they are made and cut out exactly according to the pattern, they are born of the Spirit, born of God and they bare the express Image of their Father upon them:
1. By their Constitution, they Are made and Cut out exactly according to the pattern, they Are born of the Spirit, born of God and they bore the express Image of their Father upon them:
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Col. 3. 10. Renewed after the Image of Him that created him; Col. 3. 10. Renewed After the Image of Him that created him;
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they are of a new Make, from what they were, there is a mighty change wrought in and upon them, 2 Cor. 3. 18. NONLATINALPHABET, We are changed into the same image, In our first birth, we were brought forth in the Image of our first Father, Genesis 5. 3. Adam begat a Son in his own Image, that is, a fleshly and earthly Image.
they Are of a new Make, from what they were, there is a mighty change wrought in and upon them, 2 Cor. 3. 18., We Are changed into the same image, In our First birth, we were brought forth in the Image of our First Father, Genesis 5. 3. Adam begat a Son in his own Image, that is, a fleshly and earthly Image.
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The first man was of the Earth, earthly, and such are all his natural Progeny, an earthly seed, an earthly Generation;
The First man was of the Earth, earthly, and such Are all his natural Progeny, an earthly seed, an earthly Generation;
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he that is born of the Spirit, is brought forth in a spiritual frame, John 3. 6. That which is born of the Spirit is spirit:
he that is born of the Spirit, is brought forth in a spiritual frame, John 3. 6. That which is born of the Spirit is Spirit:
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He that is born from above is of an Heavenly Nature, as well as Original. The change that Religion makes on men, is not such a low and inconsiderable thing as some Men make it, standing only in some little Reformation of the Life,
He that is born from above is of an Heavenly Nature, as well as Original. The change that Religion makes on men, is not such a low and inconsiderable thing as Some Men make it, standing only in Some little Reformation of the Life,
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but it consists chiefly in the renewing of the Sonl after the Image of God, the forming of Christ upon the heart of Inner Man. As that second change, which shall be at the Resurrection, will be the transforming of our vile bodies, into the likenesse of Christs Glorious Body;
but it consists chiefly in the renewing of the Son After the Image of God, the forming of christ upon the heart of Inner Man. As that second change, which shall be At the Resurrection, will be the transforming of our vile bodies, into the likeness of Christ Glorious Body;
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so this first change is a transforming of our vile souls into the likenesse of his glorious Spirit.
so this First change is a transforming of our vile Souls into the likeness of his glorious Spirit.
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Christians are the Temples of the Lord, and as Moses made the Tabernacle exactly according to the pattern shewed him in the Mount,
Christians Are the Temples of the Lord, and as Moses made the Tabernacle exactly according to the pattern showed him in the Mount,
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so these spiritual Temples are made exactly according to their pattern, 2 Cor. 3. 3. They are the Epistles of Christ, written not with Ink,
so these spiritual Temples Are made exactly according to their pattern, 2 Cor. 3. 3. They Are the Epistles of christ, written not with Ink,
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but with the Spirit of the living God, not in Tables of stone, but in fleshly Tables of the heart. but with the Spirit of the living God, not in Tables of stone, but in fleshly Tables of the heart.
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Carnal Men plead hard for their Christianity, they are all Christians, all Disciples, all the people of God,
Carnal Men plead hard for their Christianity, they Are all Christians, all Disciples, all the people of God,
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though they be ignorant, Unbelieving, Earthly.
though they be ignorant, Unbelieving, Earthly.
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Sensual, yet some kind of Profession (such as it is) there is among them, a profession of Faith, a profession of Repentance, which,
Sensual, yet Some kind of Profession (such as it is) there is among them, a profession of Faith, a profession of Repentance, which,
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though it amount to little more than bare ( saying ) I believe, I repent, I am sorry for my Sins,
though it amount to little more than bore (saying) I believe, I Repent, I am sorry for my Sins,
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yet this must passe for Christianity.
yet this must pass for Christianity.
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But (as Christ once said to the tempting Jews (whose is this Image and superscription? Where is the Divine Stamp and Impress? Where is your likenesse to Christ? Is there not still the Visage of the Old man? Is there not the old Pride, the old Envy, the old Enmity against Holinesse, the old Guile,
But (as christ once said to the tempting jews (whose is this Image and superscription? Where is the Divine Stamp and impress? Where is your likeness to christ? Is there not still the Visage of the Old man? Is there not the old Pride, the old Envy, the old Enmity against Holiness, the old Guile,
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and Falshood, and Lust still spread over you? Is this the Image of Christ? Christians that are truly such, are precisely formed according to this pattern;
and Falsehood, and Lust still spread over you? Is this the Image of christ? Christians that Are truly such, Are precisely formed according to this pattern;
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they have Face for Face, Limb for Limb; Grace for Grace;
they have Face for Face, Limb for Limb; Grace for Grace;
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all the Grace that is in Christ, is truly, though not yet perfectly coppied out upon them,
all the Grace that is in christ, is truly, though not yet perfectly copied out upon them,
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though the Characters may be something blotted and obscured, by reason of the remainders of corruption, yet there they are;
though the Characters may be something blotted and obscured, by reason of the remainders of corruption, yet there they Are;
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the same mind, the same heart that was in Christ, is in them. A true Christian is a Transcript of Christ.
the same mind, the same heart that was in christ, is in them. A true Christian is a Transcript of christ.
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As he is, so we are in the World. This inward change; this forming of Christ upon the heart, is the very Soul and Life of Christianity;As he is, so we Are in the World. This inward change; this forming of christ upon the heart, is the very Soul and Life of Christianity;
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you may as well call him a Man whose Soul is not in him, as you may call him a Christian, who hath not the Spirit of Christ in him.
you may as well call him a Man whose Soul is not in him, as you may call him a Christian, who hath not the Spirit of christ in him.
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Let no man count himself a Christian from any outward priviledges, much less from any outward Paint of Christianity,
Let no man count himself a Christian from any outward privileges, much less from any outward Paint of Christianity,
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but from the inward Prints of it upon his heart.
but from the inward Prints of it upon his heart.
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Thou hopest thou art a Christian, but where is the Image and superscription of Christ upon thy heart? Dost thou not find, not only an unlikenesse to Christ,
Thou hopest thou art a Christian, but where is the Image and superscription of christ upon thy heart? Dost thou not find, not only an unlikeness to christ,
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but a dislike of Christ, an inward loathing of the holinesse of Christ, and a rising of heart against the strictnesse of that holy life which he requires? Dost thou not find a favour of earthlinesse and fleshlinesse beating the sway and rule in thine heart? Dost thou not find principles, tending altogether to loosenesse and licenciousnesse? Is this thy likenesse to Christ? Dost thou not find an emptinesse of the Light, Life, Love, Grace of Christ in thy Soul? Whatever thou hast of Christ without, thou hast nothing of Christ within.
but a dislike of christ, an inward loathing of the holiness of christ, and a rising of heart against the strictness of that holy life which he requires? Dost thou not find a favour of earthliness and fleshliness beating the sway and Rule in thine heart? Dost thou not find principles, tending altogether to looseness and licentiousness? Is this thy likeness to christ? Dost thou not find an emptiness of the Light, Life, Love, Grace of christ in thy Soul? Whatever thou hast of christ without, thou hast nothing of christ within.
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Deceive not thy self, God is a Spirit, and his eye is first upon the spirits and souls of men;
Deceive not thy self, God is a Spirit, and his eye is First upon the spirits and Souls of men;
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he loves truth in the inward parts, he loves holinesse in the inward parts;
he loves truth in the inward parts, he loves holiness in the inward parts;
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He is a Jew which is one inwardly, and he is a Christian which is one inwardly:He is a Jew which is one inwardly, and he is a Christian which is one inwardly:
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He is not a Christian, who is only outwardly so.
He is not a Christian, who is only outwardly so.
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Nay further, as he is not a Christian, which is not inwardly so, so neither he that hath something of the inwards of a Christian,
Nay further, as he is not a Christian, which is not inwardly so, so neither he that hath something of the inward of a Christian,
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and hath not radically all the Graces of Christ in him;
and hath not radically all the Graces of christ in him;
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he that hath faith, and hath not Charity, he that hath the light of a Christian,
he that hath faith, and hath not Charity, he that hath the Light of a Christian,
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and not the love, he that hath the desires of a Christian, and not the conscience of a Christian, he that wants any one of the vital parts of Christianity, hath nothing at all;
and not the love, he that hath the Desires of a Christian, and not the conscience of a Christian, he that Wants any one of the vital parts of Christianity, hath nothing At all;
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a thorow Christian is throughout conform to the pattern. And thus you have a description of Scripture Precisians, by their Make or Constitution.
a thorough Christian is throughout conform to the pattern. And thus you have a description of Scripture precisians, by their Make or Constitution.
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II. I shall describe them by their Conversation, and that 1. By the end of their Conversation. 2. By their course or Motion to this end.
II I shall describe them by their Conversation, and that 1. By the end of their Conversation. 2. By their course or Motion to this end.
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1. By the end of their Conversation;
1. By the end of their Conversation;
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What is it that these Men would have, or whither are they bound? They cannot be content to go along with their Neighbours, to live and do as others:
What is it that these Men would have, or whither Are they bound? They cannot be content to go along with their Neighbours, to live and do as Others:
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whither is it that they are going, or what is it that they would have? Why this is it, they are travelling Heaven-ward, trading to another Country;
whither is it that they Are going, or what is it that they would have? Why this is it, they Are traveling Heavenward, trading to Another Country;
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they are bound for the holy Land, for the holy City, they are going towards Sion or Jerusalem, which is above.
they Are bound for the holy Land, for the holy city, they Are going towards Sion or Jerusalem, which is above.
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Jerem. 58. 5. They shall ask the way to Sion with their faces thitherward. Sion was the ancient seat of Gods residence among his People, the place of Gods solemn service, where he was wont to meet his People, and appear unto them.Jeremiah 58. 5. They shall ask the Way to Sion with their faces thitherward. Sion was the ancient seat of God's residence among his People, the place of God's solemn service, where he was wont to meet his People, and appear unto them.
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This Son which was here below, the place of Gods gracious presence, was a type of that Sion which is above, Heaven, the peace of Gods glorious presence; this sort of people are travelling Heaven-ward;
This Son which was Here below, the place of God's gracious presence, was a type of that Sion which is above, Heaven, the peace of God's glorious presence; this sort of people Are traveling Heavenward;
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they are those Strangers and Pilgrims here on Earth, mentioned, Heb. 11. 13, 14. That are seeking a Countrey, not an earthly,
they Are those Strangers and Pilgrim's Here on Earth, mentioned, Hebrew 11. 13, 14. That Are seeking a Country, not an earthly,
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but an Heavenly Countrey, as is there exprest.
but an Heavenly Country, as is there expressed.
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There are two things in the forementioned Text, that discover whither they are travelling. 1. The inquiry they make, you may guesse whither a Traveller is going,
There Are two things in the forementioned Text, that discover whither they Are traveling. 1. The inquiry they make, you may guess whither a Traveller is going,
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when you hear him ask diligently the way to such or such a place. They shall ask the way to Sion.
when you hear him ask diligently the Way to such or such a place. They shall ask the Way to Sion.
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2. Their setting their faces thitherward, They shall ask, &c. with their. Faces thither-ward.
2. Their setting their faces thitherward, They shall ask, etc. with their. Faces thitherward.
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Their setting their Faces towards Sion, notes two things. 1. Their looking wishly towards it, a Travellers eye is much towards his journeys end;
Their setting their Faces towards Sion, notes two things. 1. Their looking wishly towards it, a Travellers eye is much towards his journeys end;
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Christians that are making Heaven-ward are much and often looking Heaven-ward;
Christians that Are making Heavenward Are much and often looking Heavenward;
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a Christians heart is in his eye, and his eye is on his home. 2. Their setting their faces thither-ward, notes the bending of their course thither-ward.
a Christians heart is in his eye, and his eye is on his home. 2. Their setting their faces thitherward, notes the bending of their course thitherward.
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'Twas said of Christ, Luke 9. 51. He set his face to go to Jerusalem. Christians set their faces Heaven-ward, and thither they bend their course.
'Twas said of christ, Lycia 9. 51. He Set his face to go to Jerusalem. Christians Set their faces Heavenward, and thither they bend their course.
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They are much in asking the way, What must I do to be saved? who shall ascend into the holy Hill? what manner of persons must we be, that we may get thither? and they take the way that leads thither.
They Are much in asking the Way, What must I do to be saved? who shall ascend into the holy Hill? what manner of Persons must we be, that we may get thither? and they take the Way that leads thither.
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And this is a further Description of this sort of people, they are men for another Country, men for another world;
And this is a further Description of this sort of people, they Are men for Another Country, men for Another world;
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they are born from Above, and they seek things Above; they are risen with Christ, and they are ascending unto Christ;
they Are born from Above, and they seek things Above; they Are risen with christ, and they Are ascending unto christ;
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their treasure is above, their hopes are above, and thither are they hastening;
their treasure is above, their hope's Are above, and thither Are they hastening;
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whatever they have of this worlds goods for the support of their life, yet these things are not the scope and end of their life:
whatever they have of this world's goods for the support of their life, yet these things Are not the scope and end of their life:
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They seek that glory, honour, and Immortality which comes from God, and they are going on from strength to strength, till they come and appear before God in Sion. And herein lies a special difference betwixt them and all others whatsoever:
They seek that glory, honour, and Immortality which comes from God, and they Are going on from strength to strength, till they come and appear before God in Sion. And herein lies a special difference betwixt them and all Others whatsoever:
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Worldly men are men for this world, for a wordly happiness, for a wordly heaven, an heaven on earth;
Worldly men Are men for this world, for a wordly happiness, for a wordly heaven, an heaven on earth;
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or if they have any thoughts or hopes of another heaven, yet they think not so much of it as to ask the way thither,
or if they have any thoughts or hope's of Another heaven, yet they think not so much of it as to ask the Way thither,
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How seldom do we hear any such question put by them, What must I do to be saved? What must I do to be Rich? Which is the way to Honour and temporal Preferment? or how may I escape trouble and save my self harmless? These iniquities,
How seldom do we hear any such question put by them, What must I do to be saved? What must I do to be Rich? Which is the Way to Honour and temporal Preferment? or how may I escape trouble and save my self harmless? These iniquities,
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and such like, are ordinarily in their hearts and mouths:
and such like, Are ordinarily in their hearts and mouths:
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but such a serious question as this, What must I do to be saved? comes so seldom from any of them, that 'tis a wonder how the Devil with all his skil can make them once believe or hope that ever they shall attain to that salvation:
but such a serious question as this, What must I do to be saved? comes so seldom from any of them, that it's a wonder how the devil with all his skill can make them once believe or hope that ever they shall attain to that salvation:
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or if they do ask the way to Heaven. Yet it is not with their faces but with their backs thither-ward:
or if they do ask the Way to Heaven. Yet it is not with their faces but with their backs thitherward:
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whatever little talk there may fall in sometimes about Souls and eternal salvation, yet their faces are set another way, they bend their course to Egypt and Sodom, towards their wealth or their wickedness.
whatever little talk there may fallen in sometime about Souls and Eternal salvation, yet their faces Are Set Another Way, they bend their course to Egypt and Sodom, towards their wealth or their wickedness.
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Hearken, O ye foolish wordlings, you say every one of you, you hope for salvation,
Harken, Oh you foolish worldlings, you say every one of you, you hope for salvation,
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but which way are your faces set? whither are you going? Is that way of Swearing, Lying,
but which Way Are your faces Set? whither Are you going? Is that Way of Swearing, Lying,
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and Lust, and carnal Liberty, and Covetousness, and Sensuality, to which you give up your selves, is this the way of Life? In this a sincere Christian is differenced from all others in the world, he fixes his heart,
and Lust, and carnal Liberty, and Covetousness, and Sensuality, to which you give up your selves, is this the Way of Life? In this a sincere Christian is differenced from all Others in the world, he fixes his heart,
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and his hope, and aims upon an eternal happiness, and he bends his course towards the obtaining of it.
and his hope, and aims upon an Eternal happiness, and he bends his course towards the obtaining of it.
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2. By their course or motion towards this end.
2. By their course or motion towards this end.
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And here I shall give you a three-fold description of them: 1. They are such as walk in a right way. 2. They are upright and exact in the way. 3. From this way they will not be turned aside by any flatteries of the world on one hand or frowns on the other. I.
And Here I shall give you a threefold description of them: 1. They Are such as walk in a right Way. 2. They Are upright and exact in the Way. 3. From this Way they will not be turned aside by any flatteries of the world on one hand or frowns on the other. I.
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They are such as walk in the right Way which is called sometimes the way of the Lord, sometimes the way of Truth, sometimes the way of Righteousness, sometimes the way of Life, Psa. 1. 1, 2. Psal. 116. 1. They understand which is the right way by these three pair of way-marks. 1. The Old and Good way. 2. The New and Living way. 3. The Strait and narrow way.
They Are such as walk in the right Way which is called sometime the Way of the Lord, sometime the Way of Truth, sometime the Way of Righteousness, sometime the Way of Life, Psa. 1. 1, 2. Psalm 116. 1. They understand which is the right Way by these three pair of Waymarks. 1. The Old and Good Way. 2. The New and Living Way. 3. The Strait and narrow Way.
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First, The Old and Good way, that is the right way, that is the way they are commanded to enquire after and take, Jer, 6. 16. Stand ye in the ways and see, ask for the old paths, where is the good way, and walk therein.
First, The Old and Good Way, that is the right Way, that is the Way they Are commanded to inquire After and take, Jer, 6. 16. Stand you in the ways and see, ask for the old paths, where is the good Way, and walk therein.
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Stand ye in the ways and see. There are many ways in the world, some that are apparently the way of Death,Stand you in the ways and see. There Are many ways in the world, Some that Are apparently the Way of Death,
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and not a few that pretend to be the way of Life.
and not a few that pretend to be the Way of Life.
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If you would know which of these ways is the right, ask for the old Path, the Good way:
If you would know which of these ways is the right, ask for the old Path, the Good Way:
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The old path, that which was from the begining.The old path, that which was from the beginning.
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Godliness is no innovation, it is as old as the world, 1 John. 1. 1. That which was from the begining declare we unto you.
Godliness is no innovation, it is as old as the world, 1 John. 1. 1. That which was from the beginning declare we unto you.
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Then it is the good as well as the old way. Antiquity alone is not enough to prove that we are in the right;
Then it is the good as well as the old Way. Antiquity alone is not enough to prove that we Are in the right;
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there is an evil way that is an old way, the way of sin is very ancient.
there is an evil Way that is an old Way, the Way of since is very ancient.
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The Right way is the Old and Good way; there is a threefold good, Profitable, Pleasant, and Honest.
The Right Way is the Old and Good Way; there is a threefold good, Profitable, Pleasant, and Honest.
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Though the Right way have both profit and pleasure in it:
Though the Right Way have both profit and pleasure in it:
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yet the proper Character of it is, the honest way, the way of Righteousness, Mercy, Holiness, &c. Mic. 6. 8. He hath shewed thee, O man: what is good;
yet the proper Character of it is, the honest Way, the Way of Righteousness, Mercy, Holiness, etc. Mic. 6. 8. He hath showed thee, Oh man: what is good;
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to do justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God. This is good, the good way.to do justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God. This is good, the good Way.
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Phil. 4. 8, 9. whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, &c. these things do, and the God of Peace shall be with you. Philip 4. 8, 9. whatsoever things Are true, whatsoever things Are honest, whatsoever things Are just, whatsoever things Are pure, etc. these things do, and the God of Peace shall be with you.
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Secondly, The new and living way. Three things, it may be, you will ask me about this.Secondly, The new and living Way. Three things, it may be, you will ask me about this.
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1. What is this new and Living way. I answer, Christ is this way, John 14. 6. I am the way.
1. What is this new and Living Way. I answer, christ is this Way, John 14. 6. I am the Way.
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Hebr. 10. 19. Having therefore boldness to enter into the holiest;
Hebrew 10. 19. Having Therefore boldness to enter into the Holiest;
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verse 20. By a new and living way, which he hath consecrated for us, &c. a Christian that walks Heaven-ward walks in Christ, Col. 2. 6. He walks in Union with Christ, in the Name,
verse 20. By a new and living Way, which he hath consecrated for us, etc. a Christian that walks Heavenward walks in christ, Col. 2. 6. He walks in union with christ, in the Name,
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and strength, and spirit of Christ, he that is not in Christ is out of his way, whatever good there seems to be in the way he is going,
and strength, and Spirit of christ, he that is not in christ is out of his Way, whatever good there seems to be in the Way he is going,
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yet it is not saving good. 2. Whether there be two right wayes? I answer, No but one;
yet it is not Saving good. 2. Whither there be two right ways? I answer, No but one;
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it is true, there is mention made also of the way of Gods Commandments, but these make not two distinct ways,
it is true, there is mention made also of the Way of God's commandments, but these make not two distinct ways,
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but are one and the same way;
but Are one and the same Way;
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faith in Christ, and obedience to the Law of God, are the one way of Life:faith in christ, and Obedience to the Law of God, Are the one Way of Life:
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He that walks in God walks in Christ, it is through Christ, and our Union with him, that we are strengthened and enabled to do the will of God, it is through Christ that what we do is accepted of God;
He that walks in God walks in christ, it is through christ, and our union with him, that we Are strengthened and enabled to do the will of God, it is through christ that what we do is accepted of God;
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there is no act of obedience, be it never so excellent for the matter of it, that is a step to the Kingdom of God, that hath not something of Christ in it, that is not done through his Spirit, and sprinkled with his Blood:
there is no act of Obedience, be it never so excellent for the matter of it, that is a step to the Kingdom of God, that hath not something of christ in it, that is not done through his Spirit, and sprinkled with his Blood:
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and so on the other side, whatever faith, and hope, and confidence we have in Christ,
and so on the other side, whatever faith, and hope, and confidence we have in christ,
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if it be not such a faith, such an hope as brings forth obedience to the will of God, it cannot save us:
if it be not such a faith, such an hope as brings forth Obedience to the will of God, it cannot save us:
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this way of faith and obedience, this is the •ight way, and the one and only way of Life.
this Way of faith and Obedience, this is the •ight Way, and the one and only Way of Life.
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In all that general Assembly and Church of the first-born, that are already in Heaven, there is not one soul but entred by this one way.
In all that general Assembly and Church of the firstborn, that Are already in Heaven, there is not one soul but entered by this one Way.
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Abel, and Enoch, and Abraham and Moses, and David, and Peter, and Paul, with the whole generation of Saints now in glory, they all went the same way, they walked with God,Abel, and Enoch, and Abraham and Moses, and David, and Peter, and Paul, with the Whole generation of Saints now in glory, they all went the same Way, they walked with God,
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and lived and dyed in Faith, and now inherit the Promises. And all the residue of Saints that are yet in their Pilgrimage;
and lived and died in Faith, and now inherit the Promises. And all the residue of Saints that Are yet in their Pilgrimage;
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yea, whoever shall be in the Ages to come, must by this one way enter into the Kingdom of God.
yea, whoever shall be in the Ages to come, must by this one Way enter into the Kingdom of God.
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This is the good and old way which was from the beginning, this is the new and living way which shall be to the end, Tit. 2. 8. These things I will that thou affirm constantly, That they which have believed in God might be carefull to maintain good works;
This is the good and old Way which was from the beginning, this is the new and living Way which shall be to the end, Tit. 2. 8. These things I will that thou affirm constantly, That they which have believed in God might be careful to maintain good works;
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these things are good and profitable for men. these things Are good and profitable for men.
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If this be so, if this be the one and only way of Life, then in what case are the sinful unbelieving world? Whither are ye going, Oh ye sons of folly? You tell us, you hope to be saved, what in your unbelief and folly? Search and see if in the whole Book of God you finde any other way of Salvation,
If this be so, if this be the one and only Way of Life, then in what case Are the sinful unbelieving world? Whither Are you going, O you Sons of folly? You tell us, you hope to be saved, what in your unbelief and folly? Search and see if in the Whole Book of God you find any other Way of Salvation,
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but Faith in Christ, and obedience to the Gospel.
but Faith in christ, and Obedience to the Gospel.
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3. How can one and the same way be old, and yet new? I answer, 'Tis old, and yet not antiquated, 'tis new, and yet no Innovasion; 'tis old,
3. How can one and the same Way be old, and yet new? I answer, It's old, and yet not antiquated, it's new, and yet no Innovasion; it's old,
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because it was from the beginning;
Because it was from the beginning;
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'tis new, because now in the latter end of the world it hath been newly cast up, made more plain, easie and open.
it's new, Because now in the latter end of the world it hath been newly cast up, made more plain, easy and open.
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Thirdly, The strait and narrow Way, Matth. 7. 14. Strait is the Gate, and narrow is the way that leadeth unto life. Thirdly, The strait and narrow Way, Matthew 7. 14. Strait is the Gate, and narrow is the Way that leads unto life.
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Christians must go by a line, there is no Elbow-room for Lust to expatiate, every step on this hand,
Christians must go by a line, there is no Elbow-room for Lust to expatiate, every step on this hand,
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or on that, is a deviation; it is a Way that is hedged in; the Commandment is the hedge, which limits us within a very narrow path:
or on that, is a deviation; it is a Way that is hedged in; the Commandment is the hedge, which Limits us within a very narrow path:
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Christians must live by Rule, they must not eat nor drink but by Rule, they must not buy nor sell but by Rule, they must not work nor •it still, they must not speak nor keep silence but by Rule, Gal. 6. 16. As many as walk according to this rule, peace be upon them.
Christians must live by Rule, they must not eat nor drink but by Rule, they must not buy nor fell but by Rule, they must not work nor •it still, they must not speak nor keep silence but by Rule, Gal. 6. 16. As many as walk according to this Rule, peace be upon them.
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'Tis also a narrow Way, the word might have well been translated, a troublesome, or painfull way; the Verb from which the word comes, signifies to oppress:
It's also a narrow Way, the word might have well been translated, a troublesome, or painful Way; the Verb from which the word comes, signifies to oppress:
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there are many pressures and afflictions to be met withall in this Way, the Cross is a Christians Waymark; Through many Tribulations we must enter into the Kingdom of God:
there Are many pressures and afflictions to be met withal in this Way, the Cross is a Christians Waymark; Through many Tribulations we must enter into the Kingdom of God:
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The way of sin is a plain, there is neither hedge nor ditch to limit them, there is neither bush nor brake to discourage them.
The Way of since is a plain, there is neither hedge nor ditch to limit them, there is neither bush nor brake to discourage them.
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Now this is the way which circumspect Christians take;
Now this is the Way which circumspect Christians take;
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this Good and Old Way, this New and Living Way, this Strait and Narrow way, this is the Right Way,
this Good and Old Way, this New and Living Way, this Strait and Narrow Way, this is the Right Way,
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and this is also the most Excellent Way. For,
and this is also the most Excellent Way. For,
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1. It is the Way of Truth, Psal. 11. 30. I have chosen the way of truth:
1. It is the Way of Truth, Psalm 11. 30. I have chosen the Way of truth:
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John 14. 6. I am the Way, and the truth, and the life:
John 14. 6. I am the Way, and the truth, and the life:
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It is the Way which the Truth or Word of God doth prescribe to us, it is the true Way, that is indeed in all the parts of it that which it declares it self to be:
It is the Way which the Truth or Word of God does prescribe to us, it is the true Way, that is indeed in all the parts of it that which it declares it self to be:
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The way of sinners is a lye, a way made up of lyes;
The Way of Sinners is a lie, a Way made up of lies;
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The evil works of sinners are lyes, Prov. 11. 16. The wicked work a deceitfull work, the work of a lie;
The evil works of Sinners Are lies, Curae 11. 16. The wicked work a deceitful work, the work of a lie;
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the words signifie, their words are lying words, their very duties are a lye, Hos. 11. 12. Ephraim compasseth me about with lyes:
the words signify, their words Are lying words, their very duties Are a lie, Hos. 11. 12. Ephraim Compasseth me about with lies:
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that is, with lying Duties, lying Prayers, lying Sacrifices, lying Praises, their Prayers are no Prayers, their Sacrifices are no Sacrifices, they do but dissemble with God,
that is, with lying Duties, lying Prayers, lying Sacrifices, lying Praises, their Prayers Are no Prayers, their Sacrifices Are no Sacrifices, they do but dissemble with God,
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and deceive themselves in all their performances, their hopes are a lye, their comforts are a lye, their Refuges are a lye;
and deceive themselves in all their performances, their hope's Are a lie, their comforts Are a lie, their Refuges Are a lie;
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the way of sinners is wholly made up of lyes:
the Way of Sinners is wholly made up of lies:
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But the way of Christians is a true way, their Duties their Comforts, their Joyes, their Hopes have truth and reality in them, Psalm 25. 10. All the paths of the Lord are mercy and truth to them that keep his Covenant.
But the Way of Christians is a true Way, their Duties their Comforts, their Joys, their Hope's have truth and reality in them, Psalm 25. 10. All the paths of the Lord Are mercy and truth to them that keep his Covenant.
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Now look what excellency there is of truth above a lye; so great is the Excellency of this way of Christians above all other wayes.
Now look what excellency there is of truth above a lie; so great is the Excellency of this Way of Christians above all other ways.
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2. It is the way of Righteousness and Holiness;
2. It is the Way of Righteousness and Holiness;
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Holiness hath a glory in it, every thing by how much the more pure it is, by so much the more precious in its kind.
Holiness hath a glory in it, every thing by how much the more pure it is, by so much the more precious in its kind.
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What other excellency have the Angels of light above the Devils, but their holiness? What was it that transformed the Angels that fell into Devils,
What other excellency have the Angels of Light above the Devils, but their holiness? What was it that transformed the Angels that fell into Devils,
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but the loss of their holiness? Wherein stands the Reasonable creatures likeness to the God of glory,
but the loss of their holiness? Wherein Stands the Reasonable creatures likeness to the God of glory,
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but in their holiness? This is the divine Nature they are made partakers of, the Spirit of God and of Glory resting upon them, 1 Pet. 4. 14. Holiness hath such a self-evidencing excellency, that the consciences of carnal men do often,
but in their holiness? This is the divine Nature they Are made partakers of, the Spirit of God and of Glory resting upon them, 1 Pet. 4. 14. Holiness hath such a self-evidencing excellency, that the Consciences of carnal men do often,
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whether they will or no, give their testimony to it.
whither they will or no, give their testimony to it.
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Who is there almost, whose lust hath transformed into so very a Brute, but many times,
Who is there almost, whose lust hath transformed into so very a Brute, but many times,
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even when his tongue is reproaching it, his Conscience gives his Tongue the lye? Who is there, whose Lust hath so totally put out his Light, that doth not, in his serious Judgment, conclude, That a gracious, humble, meek, merciful, sober heavenly life, is really more excellent (though not so sutable to his brutish appetite) than lewdness and sensuality? There is such a beauty and Majesty in holiness that doth command an acknowledgment of it, from all sorts of knowing men.
even when his tongue is reproaching it, his Conscience gives his Tongue the lie? Who is there, whose Lust hath so totally put out his Light, that does not, in his serious Judgement, conclude, That a gracious, humble, meek, merciful, Sobrium heavenly life, is really more excellent (though not so suitable to his brutish appetite) than Lewdness and sensuality? There is such a beauty and Majesty in holiness that does command an acknowledgment of it, from all sorts of knowing men.
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3. It is the way of God, not only the Way wherein the Lord hath commanded them to walk but wherein the Lord appears to them, wherein they have the Vision and Fruition of God;
3. It is the Way of God, not only the Way wherein the Lord hath commanded them to walk but wherein the Lord appears to them, wherein they have the Vision and Fruition of God;
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and therefore a godly life is often expressed by walking with God, by living in followship or communion, or acquaintance with God, Psal. 16. 8. I have, set the Lord alwayes before me, Psal. 17. 15. I will behold thy face in Righteousness.
and Therefore a godly life is often expressed by walking with God, by living in Fellowship or communion, or acquaintance with God, Psalm 16. 8. I have, Set the Lord always before me, Psalm 17. 15. I will behold thy face in Righteousness.
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Enoch walked with God, Noah walked with God;Enoch walked with God, Noah walked with God;
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Good company will make any way pleasant, how craggy or dirty soever our way may be under foot, it's pleasant to see the Sun shine over us, Psal. 50. 23. To him that ordereth his Conversation aright, will I shew the Salvation of God.
Good company will make any Way pleasant, how craggy or dirty soever our Way may be under foot, it's pleasant to see the Sun shine over us, Psalm 50. 23. To him that Ordereth his Conversation aright, will I show the Salvation of God.
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The Lord meets his people in his Wayes, and causes all his goodness to pass on before them, proclaiming his Name.
The Lord meets his people in his Ways, and Causes all his Goodness to pass on before them, proclaiming his Name.
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The Lord gracious and merciful, slow to anger, and of great kindness. The Lord gracious and merciful, slow to anger, and of great kindness.
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This Vision of God makes all the labours and difficulties of this way sweet & pleasant to them; certainly this is a blessed way, for God is in it.
This Vision of God makes all the labours and difficulties of this Way sweet & pleasant to them; Certainly this is a blessed Way, for God is in it.
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Where is blessedness to be had but in God? how is blessedness to be had in God,
Where is blessedness to be had but in God? how is blessedness to be had in God,
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but in beholding and enjoying of him? wherein stands the blessedness of Heaven, but in the Vision and Fruition of God? Christians, let all the ungodly world say all they can, to disgrace and disparage the way of Righteousness,
but in beholding and enjoying of him? wherein Stands the blessedness of Heaven, but in the Vision and Fruition of God? Christians, let all the ungodly world say all they can, to disgrace and disparage the Way of Righteousness,
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as a wretched, disconsolate, and contemptible way;
as a wretched, disconsolate, and contemptible Way;
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yet till they can confute your senses, and make you not to believe what you taste and see, be not discouraged,
yet till they can confute your Senses, and make you not to believe what you taste and see, be not discouraged,
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neither let them delude you into any better opinion of their ways of sin, from any pleasure, credit, ease,
neither let them delude you into any better opinion of their ways of since, from any pleasure, credit, ease,
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or gain, that is in them; God is in the way of Righteousness, and there alone to be found and enjoyed,
or gain, that is in them; God is in the Way of Righteousness, and there alone to be found and enjoyed,
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and therefore this is the most blessed and excellent way. 4. It is the way of the Kingdome;
and Therefore this is the most blessed and excellent Way. 4. It is the Way of the Kingdom;
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the proper excellency of the means stands in this, That it will certainly bring about its end;
the proper excellency of the means Stands in this, That it will Certainly bring about its end;
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that's our best way that will bring us safely home.
that's our best Way that will bring us safely home.
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This way is called the way of life, Psal. 16. 11. Thou wilt shew me the path of life.
This Way is called the Way of life, Psalm 16. 11. Thou wilt show me the path of life.
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2 Pet. 1. 5, 11. Add to your faith vertue, to vertue knowledge, to knowledge temperance, patience, godliness, &c. For so an entrance shall be ministred unto you abundantly into the everlasting Kingdom:
2 Pet. 1. 5, 11. Add to your faith virtue, to virtue knowledge, to knowledge temperance, patience, godliness, etc. For so an Entrance shall be ministered unto you abundantly into the everlasting Kingdom:
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If there were no other excellency of this way, yet this is enough to commend it,
If there were no other excellency of this Way, yet this is enough to commend it,
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and exalt it above all other ways, that it's the way to Heaven.
and exalt it above all other ways, that it's the Way to Heaven.
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If the way of Holiness and Righteousness, were in all other respects, as despicable and uncomfortable a way as the world imagine it;
If the Way of Holiness and Righteousness, were in all other respects, as despicable and uncomfortable a Way as the world imagine it;
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If Godliness were in it self as great a burden and bondage, as carnal men account it;
If Godliness were in it self as great a burden and bondage, as carnal men account it;
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If all the reproaches, and slanders, and calumnies, and lying reports, that ungodly men cast upon the way of the Lord, were true;
If all the Reproaches, and slanders, and calumnies, and lying reports, that ungodly men cast upon the Way of the Lord, were true;
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yet this, that it's the way to everlasting blessedness, would answer all that is spoken against it.
yet this, that it's the Way to everlasting blessedness, would answer all that is spoken against it.
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If you were to go to London upon a business, wherein your life and all that ever you had were concerned, you would not stand reasoning thus;
If you were to go to London upon a business, wherein your life and all that ever you had were concerned, you would not stand reasoning thus;
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Is not the way to York a better and more pleasant way? Whatever the way to London be,
Is not the Way to York a better and more pleasant Way? Whatever the Way to London be,
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how long, or how dirty, or how dangerous, or how hard to finde soever it be,
how long, or how dirty, or how dangerous, or how hard to find soever it be,
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yet your life & estate depending on your going thither, leaving all other wayes & disputes about them, you would take the way that leads thither.
yet your life & estate depending on your going thither, leaving all other ways & disputes about them, you would take the Way that leads thither.
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The way of the Lord, whatever you have to say against it, to discourage or make you unwilling to travel it,
The Way of the Lord, whatever you have to say against it, to discourage or make you unwilling to travel it,
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yet 'tis the only way you have to save your souls, the only way to eternal blessedness;
yet it's the only Way you have to save your Souls, the only Way to Eternal blessedness;
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when you have made all your objections, and all your excuses, you must take up this holy course of life,
when you have made all your objections, and all your excuses, you must take up this holy course of life,
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or you can never come into the Kingdom of God.
or you can never come into the Kingdom of God.
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The way of carnal Jollity and Merriment is as you think a more pleasant and delightful way:
The Way of carnal Jollity and Merriment is as you think a more pleasant and delightful Way:
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But is this your way to Heaven? The way of covetousness and worldliness, you count a more gainful and profitable way;
But is this your Way to Heaven? The Way of covetousness and worldliness, you count a more gainful and profitable Way;
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but is this the way of life? The way of sloth fulness and idleness, is you think an easie way;
but is this the Way of life? The Way of sloth fullness and idleness, is you think an easy Way;
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but is this the way of the Kingdom? The strict and severe way of Holiness, hath little carnal delight, ease and worldly profit in it;
but is this the Way of the Kingdom? The strict and severe Way of Holiness, hath little carnal delight, ease and worldly profit in it;
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but is not this the way to everlasting life? Heb. 12. 14. Follow peace with all men,
but is not this the Way to everlasting life? Hebrew 12. 14. Follow peace with all men,
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and holiness, without which no man shall see God. and holiness, without which no man shall see God.
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Now if all this be so, (search sinners, search and consider if it be not so, consult the Scriptures, consult your Reasons and Consciences,
Now if all this be so, (search Sinners, search and Consider if it be not so, consult the Scriptures, consult your Reasons and Consciences,
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and see if you find them not all bearing witness to this Truth) and if these things be so,
and see if you find them not all bearing witness to this Truth) and if these things be so,
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as hath been said, then come all ye foolish, and vain-hearted persons, and judge of the unreasonableness of these scoffing demands of the looser sort to the people of God, who in scorn and derision will be often asking of them,
as hath been said, then come all the foolish, and vain-hearted Persons, and judge of the unreasonableness of these scoffing demands of the looser sort to the people of God, who in scorn and derision will be often asking of them,
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why must you be so nice? Why so precise? Why so strict, and making so much ado about every small matter•? Why cannot you be content to do as others,
why must you be so Nicaenae? Why so precise? Why so strict, and making so much ado about every small matter•? Why cannot you be content to do as Others,
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and take the same liberty as others? Why, 'tis all one as if they should demand of them.
and take the same liberty as Others? Why, it's all one as if they should demand of them.
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Why will you keep your way, the way of Life? Why will you be saved? Why can't you be content to be damned as well as others? Is there not a great deal of wisdom and reason in such questionings and scoffing demands? If you stood by a dangerous mighty Bogue, through which there was one narrow tract of firm ground,
Why will you keep your Way, the Way of Life? Why will you be saved? Why can't you be content to be damned as well as Others? Is there not a great deal of Wisdom and reason in such questionings and scoffing demands? If you stood by a dangerous mighty Bogue, through which there was one narrow tract of firm ground,
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and should see a company of poor Creatures even sunk, and almost swallowed up, and choak'd in the mud and mire, on the one hand and the other,
and should see a company of poor Creatures even sunk, and almost swallowed up, and choked in the mud and mire, on the one hand and the other,
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and yet should you see them laughing, and mocking, and jeering at those who keep the narrow tract of firm ground, that would bring them safely over;
and yet should you see them laughing, and mocking, and jeering At those who keep the narrow tract of firm ground, that would bring them safely over;
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Would you not say, they were all mad or bewitched? This is the case of foolish Worldlings, they are sunk in the Mud, they are even swallowed up and choaked with their lusts,
Would you not say, they were all mad or bewitched? This is the case of foolish Worldlings, they Are sunk in the Mud, they Are even swallowed up and choked with their Lustiest,
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and ready to perish, and yet they fall a laughing and deriding of them, who will keep the sure way.
and ready to perish, and yet they fallen a laughing and deriding of them, who will keep the sure Way.
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Sinners, what do you mean? you are sinking; you are sinking; a few steps further and you will be swallowed up.
Sinners, what do you mean? you Are sinking; you Are sinking; a few steps further and you will be swallowed up.
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Why will you not come back, and get into this safe way? Leave your scoffing at the Saints,
Why will you not come back, and get into this safe Way? Leave your scoffing At the Saints,
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and learn of them, leave your judging and censuring, and follow them in the same holy steps that they are going in, before you.
and Learn of them, leave your judging and censuring, and follow them in the same holy steps that they Are going in, before you.
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II. They are upright and exact in the way, they walk on in the straight way, with a staight foot, Psal. 119. 1. Blessed are the undefiled in the way, or the perfect,
II They Are upright and exact in the Way, they walk on in the straight Way, with a staight foot, Psalm 119. 1. Blessed Are the undefiled in the Way, or the perfect,
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or entire in the way, Psal. 32. 1. I said I will take heed to my wayes, that I offend not.
or entire in the Way, Psalm 32. 1. I said I will take heed to my ways, that I offend not.
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It's said of Caleb, Numb. 14. 24. That he followed the Lord fully. It's said of Caleb, Numb. 14. 24. That he followed the Lord Fully.
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Luk. 1. 6. 2 Cor. 1. 12. This is our rejoycing the testimony of our Conscience, that in all simplicity and godly sincerity, we have had our conversation in the world, 1 Thes. 2. 20. Ye are witnesses, and God also,
Luk. 1. 6. 2 Cor. 1. 12. This is our rejoicing the testimony of our Conscience, that in all simplicity and godly sincerity, we have had our Conversation in the world, 1 Thebes 2. 20. You Are Witnesses, and God also,
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how holily, and justly, and blamelesly we behaved our selves among you. how holily, and justly, and blamelessly we behaved our selves among you.
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Observe it, they lived a holy, harmelesse, blamelesse life, and that holinesse which appeared upon them, was not a cheat,
Observe it, they lived a holy, harmless, blameless life, and that holiness which appeared upon them, was not a cheat,
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or juggle, to ' deceive the world, but was really what it appeared to be;
or juggle, to ' deceive the world, but was really what it appeared to be;
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and for this they appealed to a threefold witness. 1. A witness in their breasts, the testimony of their own Consciences;
and for this they appealed to a threefold witness. 1. A witness in their breasts, the testimony of their own Consciences;
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This is our rejoycing, the testimony of our Consciences. 2. A witness in the world; Ye are witnesses, your eyes have seen what our l•fe hath been;This is our rejoicing, the testimony of our Consciences. 2. A witness in the world; You Are Witnesses, your eyes have seen what our l•fe hath been;
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be but true witnesses, and then be you witnesses;
be but true Witnesses, and then be you Witnesses;
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speak but what you have seen, and speak the worst ( among you that believe ) the world will be ready to say, you are too crafty to let us know what you do in secret,
speak but what you have seen, and speak the worst (among you that believe) the world will be ready to say, you Are too crafty to let us know what you do in secret,
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when you are amongst your selves;
when you Are among your selves;
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I, but says he, let them that believe, speak, those that have been with us publickly and privately, what our conversation hath been;
I, but Says he, let them that believe, speak, those that have been with us publicly and privately, what our Conversation hath been;
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if it be said, they are of your own party, and will not speak all they know,
if it be said, they Are of your own party, and will not speak all they know,
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then he appeals to a third witness, a Witness in Heaven, ( and God also ) he that seeth things,
then he appeals to a third witness, a Witness in Heaven, (and God also) he that sees things,
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before whom are all our ways, he that seeth all things, seeth our integrity and blamelesseness.
before whom Are all our ways, he that sees all things, sees our integrity and blamelesseness.
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But here, that I be not mistaken, I must distinguish betwixt their aims, or what they are pressing and reaching towards,
But Here, that I be not mistaken, I must distinguish betwixt their aims, or what they Are pressing and reaching towards,
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and their attainments, or what they have reached to.
and their attainments, or what they have reached to.
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The aims of these cricumspect Christians in their whole course, are at perfection, Phil. 3. 14. I press towards the mark;
The aims of these cricumspect Christians in their Whole course, Are At perfection, Philip 3. 14. I press towards the mark;
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they would keep their way without the least wandring, they would not tread one step awry, they would not speak one word amiss, they would not think one thought amiss, they would not neglect any one duty,
they would keep their Way without the least wandering, they would not tread one step awry, they would not speak one word amiss, they would not think one Thought amiss, they would not neglect any one duty,
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nor commit any one sin, but would be what the Apostle would have them to be, Holy and harmless, the children of God without rebuke, in the midst of a crooked generation:
nor commit any one since, but would be what the Apostle would have them to be, Holy and harmless, the children of God without rebuke, in the midst of a crooked generation:
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These are their Aims, and as to their Attainments, though they fall short of their desires, they cannot do as they would, The good that I would, I do not:
These Are their Aims, and as to their Attainments, though they fallen short of their Desires, they cannot doe as they would, The good that I would, I do not:
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yet they do their best, they follow the Lord with the best of their understanding, serve the Lord with the best of their strength,
yet they do their best, they follow the Lord with the best of their understanding, serve the Lord with the best of their strength,
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and when they have done their best, they mourn and grieve that 'tis no better.
and when they have done their best, they mourn and grieve that it's not better.
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That I may more distinctly open this exact and upright walking in the way of the Lord, which their hearts are set upon, I shall consider it, 1. As it hath respect to the Commandment. 2. As it hath respect to Conscience.
That I may more distinctly open this exact and upright walking in the Way of the Lord, which their hearts Are Set upon, I shall Consider it, 1. As it hath respect to the Commandment. 2. As it hath respect to Conscience.
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1. Their exact walking, as it hath respect to the Commandment, stands, 1. In having respect to every Commandment, to the whole Word of God, Psal. 119. 6. Then shall I not be ashamed,
1. Their exact walking, as it hath respect to the Commandment, Stands, 1. In having respect to every Commandment, to the Whole Word of God, Psalm 119. 6. Then shall I not be ashamed,
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when I have respect to all thy Commandments, Mat. 28. 20. Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have Commanded you. when I have respect to all thy commandments, Mathew 28. 20. Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have Commanded you.
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The life of a Christian is a busie life, the Words of God finds us much work to do, we have work for every faculty and member;
The life of a Christian is a busy life, the Words of God finds us much work to do, we have work for every faculty and member;
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our understandings have their work, our wills, affections, consciences, tongues, ears, eyes, hands, have all their particulars works assigned them;
our understandings have their work, our wills, affections, Consciences, tongues, ears, eyes, hands, have all their particulars works assigned them;
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every grace hath its work, faith hath its work, love hath its work, patience hath its work;
every grace hath its work, faith hath its work, love hath its work, patience hath its work;
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every lust makes us work, to restrain, deny, watch, crucifie them;
every lust makes us work, to restrain, deny, watch, crucify them;
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these are weights and clogs that will hang on, and will hinder us from all other works, if we let them alone;
these Are weights and clogs that will hang on, and will hinder us from all other works, if we let them alone;
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these are working against us continually, and apt to set us on work against our selves;
these Are working against us continually, and apt to Set us on work against our selves;
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a working mischief and ruine to our souls, if they be not continually looked to, and kept under.
a working mischief and ruin to our Souls, if they be not continually looked to, and kept under.
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We hav• work against us for every condition, our prosperity finds us much work, to keep our selves humble, heavenly, watchful, in an holy fear and jealousie,
We hav• work against us for every condition, our Prosperity finds us much work, to keep our selves humble, heavenly, watchful, in an holy Fear and jealousy,
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lest the contentments and pleasures of this life, make an invasion, and inrode upon our hearts,
lest the contentment's and pleasures of this life, make an invasion, and inroad upon our hearts,
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and spoyle us of our graces and comforts. Our afflictions find us work, to keep our spirits from sinking and fainting, from murmuring,
and spoil us of our graces and comforts. Our afflictions find us work, to keep our spirits from sinking and fainting, from murmuring,
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and envying at those whose way doth prosper.
and envying At those whose Way does prosper.
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We have all the set and solemn duties of Religion to attend upon, we have praying work,
We have all the Set and solemn duties of Religion to attend upon, we have praying work,
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and hearing work, and Sacrament work, and reading work, and heart-searching work, and meditating work:
and hearing work, and Sacrament work, and reading work, and heart-searching work, and meditating work:
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We have work to be done for others, our neighbours and acquaintance, our friends and our enemies, our families, our servants, our children, we have not only work to do for them as men,
We have work to be done for Others, our neighbours and acquaintance, our Friends and our enemies, our families, our Servants, our children, we have not only work to do for them as men,
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but work to do for God with them, God hath work for us to do among our neighbours, God hath work for us to do in our families,
but work to do for God with them, God hath work for us to do among our neighbours, God hath work for us to do in our families,
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and for our friends and enemies, instructing work, reproving work, praying work, works of mercy and charity, &c. we have a continual succession of work, every day hath its businesse:
and for our Friends and enemies, instructing work, reproving work, praying work, works of mercy and charity, etc. we have a continual succession of work, every day hath its business:
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Christians must have no sleeping dayes, their very Sabbaths must be working dayes;Christians must have no sleeping days, their very Sabbaths must be working days;
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we must be at work for our souls, even on those dayes wherein we must do no bodily work.
we must be At work for our Souls, even on those days wherein we must do no bodily work.
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There remains a rest for the People of God: There remains a rest for the People of God:
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such a rest, wherein they shall work no more, nor be weary any more, wherein all their work shall be to eat of the fruit of their doings, but on this side that rest, there is no rest,
such a rest, wherein they shall work no more, nor be weary any more, wherein all their work shall be to eat of the fruit of their doings, but on this side that rest, there is no rest,
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but we must be full of labour. You see the Word hath provided much work for Christians;
but we must be full of labour. You see the Word hath provided much work for Christians;
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now those that are circumspect and upright, and in the way will be through pac'd,
now those that Are circumspect and upright, and in the Way will be through paced,
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and stick at nothing the Word requires, they 〈 ◊ 〉 for any service, ready for every good work, they will not pick and choose, they will not halt or baulk with God,
and stick At nothing the Word requires, they 〈 ◊ 〉 for any service, ready for every good work, they will not pick and choose, they will not halt or balk with God,
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but as the Apostle, Col. 4 10. Endeavour to stand compleat in all the Wills of God.
but as the Apostle, Col. 4 10. Endeavour to stand complete in all the Wills of God.
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Those duties that have most pain in them, those duties that have most hazard attending them, those duties that have the greatest contrariety to their natural temper and dispositions;
Those duties that have most pain in them, those duties that have most hazard attending them, those duties that have the greatest contrariety to their natural temper and dispositions;
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if they be duties, if the word sayes;
if they be duties, if the word Says;
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This must be done, this is that which the Lord requires, an upright heart will yield and stoop to them.This must be done, this is that which the Lord requires, an upright heart will yield and stoop to them.
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Brethren if there be any one thing required in the whole Book of God that you cannot consent to,
Brothers if there be any one thing required in the Whole Book of God that you cannot consent to,
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but allow your selves in the ordinary neglect of concerning which you say with Naaman, The Lord spare me in this one thing, whatsoever else you do you can have no comfort that your hearts are upright.
but allow your selves in the ordinary neglect of Concerning which you say with Naaman, The Lord spare me in this one thing, whatsoever Else you do you can have no Comfort that your hearts Are upright.
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2. In having respect to the most spirituall and inward part of the Commandment; the Commandment contains fugienda and facienda, sins to be avoided, and duties to be performed;
2. In having respect to the most spiritual and inward part of the Commandment; the Commandment contains fugienda and facienda, Sins to be avoided, and duties to be performed;
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and both these are either outward or spiritual. 1. As there are outward sins to be avoided, sins of the mouth, sins of the eyes, ears, hands,
and both these Are either outward or spiritual. 1. As there Are outward Sins to be avoided, Sins of the Mouth, Sins of the eyes, ears, hands,
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so there are inward sins, spiritual wickednesses, evil thoughts. Jer. 4. 14. unclean lusts, Mat. 5. 28. inordinate affections, an evil conscience, and the like:
so there Are inward Sins, spiritual Wickednesses, evil thoughts. Jer. 4. 14. unclean Lustiest, Mathew 5. 28. inordinate affections, an evil conscience, and the like:
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now sincere Christians have an eye to, and hold a strict hand upon these spiritual wickednesses, 〈 ◊ 〉 to have their consciences purged, their hearts sprinkled from an evil conscience, their affections and lusts mortified, Gal. 5. 24, They that are Christs, have crucified the flesh with the affections an lusts;
now sincere Christians have an eye to, and hold a strict hand upon these spiritual Wickednesses, 〈 ◊ 〉 to have their Consciences purged, their hearts sprinkled from an evil conscience, their affections and Lustiest mortified, Gal. 5. 24, They that Are Christ, have Crucified the Flesh with the affections an Lustiest;
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their care is, not only that they be no drunkards, or swearers, nor lyars, nor railers,
their care is, not only that they be no drunkards, or swearers, nor liars, nor railers,
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nor oppressors, nor of proud, froward, fretful, impatient carriages and behaviours;
nor Oppressors's, nor of proud, froward, fretful, impatient carriages and behaviours;
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but they would not covet, they would not lust, they would not be of proud, impatient, fretful, envious, unpeaceable hearts, they would not that an evil thought, not a vain thought should lodge within them. 2. As there are outward duties to be performed,
but they would not covet, they would not lust, they would not be of proud, impatient, fretful, envious, unpeaceable hearts, they would not that an evil Thought, not a vain Thought should lodge within them. 2. As there Are outward duties to be performed,
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as praying, hearing, works of mercy, &c. so there are spiritual duties, purely spiritual, as the internal acting of faith,
as praying, hearing, works of mercy, etc. so there Are spiritual duties, purely spiritual, as the internal acting of faith,
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and love, and hope, and the fear of God, the souls choosing of God, cleaving to God, rejoycing, delighting in God, meditating of him, &c. Exact Christians have a special respect to those spiritual duties, in the exercise whereof stands chiefly their living in a holy fellowship, communion, and acquaintance with God;
and love, and hope, and the Fear of God, the Souls choosing of God, cleaving to God, rejoicing, delighting in God, meditating of him, etc. Exact Christians have a special respect to those spiritual duties, in the exercise whereof Stands chiefly their living in a holy fellowship, communion, and acquaintance with God;
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and for outward duties, their care is to perform them spiritually, they pray with the mouth, and pray with the spirit;
and for outward duties, their care is to perform them spiritually, they pray with the Mouth, and pray with the Spirit;
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they praise the Lord with their lips, and offer up their hearts as a spiritual sacrifice;
they praise the Lord with their lips, and offer up their hearts as a spiritual sacrifice;
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they hear with their ears, and with their understanding also;
they hear with their ears, and with their understanding also;
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they labour to bring their souls under the Word, to pour forth their souls in prayer, to draw forth their souls in their very alms, Isa. 58. If thou draw forth thy soul to the hungry, Psal. 69. 10. I chastened my soul with fasting.
they labour to bring their Souls under the Word, to pour forth their Souls in prayer, to draw forth their Souls in their very alms, Isaiah 58. If thou draw forth thy soul to the hungry, Psalm 69. 10. I chastened my soul with fasting.
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Oh Brethren, if this be to walk exactly, then how much loosenesse doth this •iscover in us, loosenesse in our very Duties;
O Brothers, if this be to walk exactly, then how much looseness does this •iscover in us, looseness in our very Duties;
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men do not only 〈 … 〉 like Libertines, and swear like Libertines, aud neglect duties like Libertines, but perform duties like Libertines; thou that usest to pray in thy Closet,
men do not only 〈 … 〉 like Libertines, and swear like Libertines, and neglect duties like Libertines, but perform duties like Libertines; thou that usest to pray in thy Closet,
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or in thy Family, or in the Congregation, in an outward formal way, and dost not pour out thy Soul in prayer, thou prayest like a Libertine; thou that fastest,
or in thy Family, or in the Congregation, in an outward formal Way, and dost not pour out thy Soul in prayer, thou Prayest like a Libertine; thou that fastest,
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and doth not chasten thy Soul with fasting, thou fastest like a Libertine; thou that hearest,
and does not chasten thy Soul with fasting, thou fastest like a Libertine; thou that Hearst,
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and dost not bring thy soul under the word, thou hearest like a Libertine; this is loose praying,
and dost not bring thy soul under the word, thou Hearst like a Libertine; this is lose praying,
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and loose hearing, loose from the Rule, which requires the exercising of the inner man as well as the outward.
and lose hearing, lose from the Rule, which requires the exercising of the inner man as well as the outward.
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3. In observing the command to the utmost; and here I shall give a fourfold further description of them.
3. In observing the command to the utmost; and Here I shall give a fourfold further description of them.
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1. They endeavour to get up their hearts to the highest pitch of affection, care, and activity:
1. They endeavour to get up their hearts to the highest pitch of affection, care, and activity:
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They would be the best Christians, the most humble, the most mortified, the most patient, the most exemplary and active Christians:
They would be the best Christians, the most humble, the most mortified, the most patient, the most exemplary and active Christians:
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not slothful in businesse, but fervent in spirit, serving the Lord, Rom. 12. 11. 2 Cor. 7. Yea, what care; yea, without clearing of your selves; yea, what indignation; yea, what vehement desire; not slothful in business, but fervent in Spirit, serving the Lord, Rom. 12. 11. 2 Cor. 7. Yea, what care; yea, without clearing of your selves; yea, what Indignation; yea, what vehement desire;
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yea, what zeal, &c. A sincere Christian would be a zealous Christian, in his sincerity stands the height of it.yea, what zeal, etc. A sincere Christian would be a zealous Christian, in his sincerity Stands the height of it.
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Zeal is not a distinct grace, but the height of every grace: Love in the height of it, Desire in the height of it, Care and Resolution to follow God in the height of it:
Zeal is not a distinct grace, but the height of every grace: Love in the height of it, Desire in the height of it, Care and Resolution to follow God in the height of it:
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A zealous Christian exercises every grace, performs every Duty, and doth it with all his might; he is not willing to spare,
A zealous Christian exercises every grace, performs every Duty, and does it with all his might; he is not willing to spare,
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or to favour himself, but will spend and be spent in the work of the Lord;
or to favour himself, but will spend and be spent in the work of the Lord;
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the flesh will be pleading for a little ease, for moderation, it will be solliciting the Sobl as Peter did Christ, Pitty thy self, favour thy self, thou wilt never hold out at this rate, thou wilt pull all the Country about thine ears if thou beest thus hot and forward,
the Flesh will be pleading for a little ease, for moderation, it will be soliciting the Sobl as Peter did christ, Pity thy self, favour thy self, thou wilt never hold out At this rate, thou wilt pull all the Country about thine ears if thou Best thus hight and forward,
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but the Soul returns the same answer as Christ did to him, Get thee behind me Satan, hold thy peace slothful heart, let me alone,
but the Soul returns the same answer as christ did to him, Get thee behind me Satan, hold thy peace slothful heart, let me alone,
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for I will speak for God while I have a tongue to speak; while I have an heart, while I have an hand, while I have an eye,
for I will speak for God while I have a tongue to speak; while I have an heart, while I have an hand, while I have an eye,
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while I have a soul, while I have a being, I will follow on after the Lord, I will serve him, I will praise him, I will sacrifice all I am,
while I have a soul, while I have a being, I will follow on After the Lord, I will serve him, I will praise him, I will sacrifice all I am,
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and have, to him, and then come on me what will. 2. They are studying and seeking out opportunities for service.
and have, to him, and then come on me what will. 2. They Are studying and seeking out opportunities for service.
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Such Christians are of strict lives, but of large hearts; of strict consciences, but of large desires and aims.
Such Christians Are of strict lives, but of large hearts; of strict Consciences, but of large Desires and aims.
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Grace sets limits to their consciences, but none to their holy affections;
Grace sets Limits to their Consciences, but none to their holy affections;
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they never do so much for God, but they are studying how they may do more, Isa. 32. 8. A liberal Man deviseth liberal things;
they never do so much for God, but they Are studying how they may do more, Isaiah 32. 8. A liberal Man devises liberal things;
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a merciful man deviseth merciful things: a righteous man deviseth righteous things, he doth not only exercise Liberality and Mercy;
a merciful man devises merciful things: a righteous man devises righteous things, he does not only exercise Liberality and Mercy;
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and work Righteousness, when he hath an opportunity put into his hands;
and work Righteousness, when he hath an opportunity put into his hands;
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but he sits down and considers what great things the Lord hath done for him, what marvellous loving kindnesse the Lord hath shewed to him,
but he sits down and considers what great things the Lord hath done for him, what marvellous loving kindness the Lord hath showed to him,
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and thereupon studies and casts about what greater things then yet he hath done he may do for the Name of God:
and thereupon studies and Cast about what greater things then yet he hath done he may do for the Name of God:
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as it is said of the wicked, Proverbs 6. 14. He deviseth mischief continually: And Psalm 64. 6. They search out iniquity, they accomplish a diligent search;
as it is said of the wicked, Proverbs 6. 14. He devises mischief continually: And Psalm 64. 6. They search out iniquity, they accomplish a diligent search;
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search out for every opportunity to work wickednesse to satisfie their lust:
search out for every opportunity to work wickedness to satisfy their lust:
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So Righteous men search out, and make a diligent seach after opportunities to work Righteousnesse, 2 Sam. 9. 3. Is there not yet a man left of the house of Saul saith David) to whom I might shew the kindness of God? Is there not yet a poer Sool in distresse, to whom I might shew kindness for the Name of God? Is there not yet a poor Family in misery, to whom I might shew mercy? Is there not yet a poor sinner to whom I might give counsel? Is there not yet a poor Saint to whom I might administer comfort for the sake of my God? As it is said of the Devil, He goeth up and down seeking whom he may devour;
So Righteous men search out, and make a diligent seach After opportunities to work Righteousness, 2 Sam. 9. 3. Is there not yet a man left of the house of Saul Says David) to whom I might show the kindness of God? Is there not yet a poer Sool in distress, to whom I might show kindness for the Name of God? Is there not yet a poor Family in misery, to whom I might show mercy? Is there not yet a poor sinner to whom I might give counsel? Is there not yet a poor Saint to whom I might administer Comfort for the sake of my God? As it is said of the devil, He Goes up and down seeking whom he may devour;
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So may it be said, of such, they go up and down seeking whom they might, save and recover out of the snares of the Devil;
So may it be said, of such, they go up and down seeking whom they might, save and recover out of the snares of the devil;
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other men, what good soever they do, it is as little as may be;
other men, what good soever they do, it is as little as may be;
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their consciences will not let them be quiet, but something must be done, when they have done so much as will but keep conscience quiet thy have done:
their Consciences will not let them be quiet, but something must be done, when they have done so much as will but keep conscience quiet thy have done:
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A sincere Christian hath his love to satisfie, his desires to satisfie, as well as his conscience;
A sincere Christian hath his love to satisfy, his Desires to satisfy, as well as his conscience;
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he loves much, and it is not a little duty that will satisfie strong love. 3. They shun occasions and temptations to sin;
he loves much, and it is not a little duty that will satisfy strong love. 3. They shun occasions and temptations to since;
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they would keep at as great a distance from sin as possible, they are careful to keep far enough within their line, they dare not venture to their utmost border lest they go beyond it ere they are aware:
they would keep At as great a distance from since as possible, they Are careful to keep Far enough within their line, they Dare not venture to their utmost border lest they go beyond it ere they Are aware:
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A wary Christian, having observed what things have proved snares and temptations to him, and have drawn him aside to iniquity formerly, will take heed how he comes nigh them again:
A wary Christian, having observed what things have proved snares and temptations to him, and have drawn him aside to iniquity formerly, will take heed how he comes High them again:
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If carnal society hath cool'd and damp'd his heart and left a fleshly savour upon his Spirit, he will take heed how he comes into such company again:
If carnal society hath cooled and damped his heart and left a fleshly savour upon his Spirit, he will take heed how he comes into such company again:
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If going to his utmost liberty in the use of the Creatures, either Meat, Drink,
If going to his utmost liberty in the use of the Creatures, either Meat, Drink,
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or Apparel, hath inticed him beyond his bounds, he will be wary how he allows himself the like liberty,
or Apparel, hath enticed him beyond his bounds, he will be wary how he allows himself the like liberty,
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and will deny himself the freedom he might use, rather than again run himself upon danger;
and will deny himself the freedom he might use, rather than again run himself upon danger;
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he is sensible of his weaknesse to stand against a temptation, and thereupon is the more watchful that he run not into temptation;
he is sensible of his weakness to stand against a temptation, and thereupon is the more watchful that he run not into temptation;
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men that are bold to venture into temptation, to venture into evil company, to venture themselves among frothy and vain persons, especially when they have proved what a snare such have been, again and again to them, it is a sign that they have little fear of sin, care of their souls or consciences,
men that Are bold to venture into temptation, to venture into evil company, to venture themselves among frothy and vain Persons, especially when they have proved what a snare such have been, again and again to them, it is a Signen that they have little Fear of since, care of their Souls or Consciences,
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or regard to God, or godlinesse: a circumspect Christian dares not venture so:
or regard to God, or godliness: a circumspect Christian dares not venture so:
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prophane men wonder at them, why they will be no more free, nor familiar with them, not so much as to fit and be merry with them:
profane men wonder At them, why they will be no more free, nor familiar with them, not so much as to fit and be merry with them:
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They think it strange (saith the Apostle) that you run not with them: They think it strange (Says the Apostle) that you run not with them:
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Oh, the reason is, they are afraid of the hook, and therefore dare not meddle with the bait.
O, the reason is, they Are afraid of the hook, and Therefore Dare not meddle with the bait.
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4. They abstain from all appearance of evil, that is the command, 1 Thess. 5. 22. Abstain from all appearance of evil;
4. They abstain from all appearance of evil, that is the command, 1 Thess 5. 22. Abstain from all appearance of evil;
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they would live, not only, sine crimine, but sine labo, not only without any fault, but without any flaw or scar upon them.
they would live, not only, sine crimine, but sine Labo, not only without any fault, but without any flaw or scar upon them.
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Oportet Caesaris uxorem absque suspitione vivere. Oportet Caesaris uxorem absque suspicion vivere.
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To the end they may cut off all occasion from them that seek occasion against them, they would do not only things honest,
To the end they may Cut off all occasion from them that seek occasion against them, they would do not only things honest,
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but things of good report too;
but things of good report too;
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they enquire concerning what they are about to do, not only a Liceat, but a Deceat; not only whether it be lawful, but whether it be comely;
they inquire Concerning what they Are about to do, not only a Liceat, but a Deceat; not only whither it be lawful, but whither it be comely;
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there may be divers things that may be lawful in themselves, which are yet unseemly, may look with an evil face:
there may be diverse things that may be lawful in themselves, which Are yet unseemly, may look with an evil face:
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All things are lawful, (saith the Apostle) but all things are not expedient. All things Are lawful, (Says the Apostle) but all things Are not expedient.
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A circumspect Christian endeavours both to keep a good Conscience, and to keep a good Name; he would keep a good Conscience for his own sake,
A circumspect Christian endeavours both to keep a good Conscience, and to keep a good Name; he would keep a good Conscience for his own sake,
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and a good Name, as far as may be, for his Brethrens sake;
and a good Name, as Far as may be, for his Brothers' sake;
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his desire is both to hold up the power of Religion, and to keep up the credit of Religion;
his desire is both to hold up the power of Religion, and to keep up the credit of Religion;
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and therefore it is he herein exercises himself, both to keep a conscience void of guile in the sight of God,
and Therefore it is he herein exercises himself, both to keep a conscience void of guile in the sighed of God,
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and a conversation void of offence in the sight of men. and a Conversation void of offence in the sighed of men.
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The Servants of Christ see that there are many eyes upon them, that will espy the least spot upon them,
The Servants of christ see that there Are many eyes upon them, that will espy the least spot upon them,
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and therifore their care is, to keep themselves unsp•tted of the World; to carry themselves so, that if it be possible the World may have nothing to spot them withall;
and therifore their care is, to keep themselves unsp•tted of the World; to carry themselves so, that if it be possible the World may have nothing to spot them withal;
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they are sensible how obnoxious they are to the severe and rigid censures of the World,
they Are sensible how obnoxious they Are to the severe and rigid censures of the World,
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and that all the reproaches that fall on them, fall on the Lord and his Gospel:
and that all the Reproaches that fallen on them, fallen on the Lord and his Gospel:
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what an out-cry is there in the World against those that fear God, as if they were bryars and thorns, the fire-brands of the World,
what an outcry is there in the World against those that Fear God, as if they were briars and thorns, the firebrands of the World,
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and the troubles of Nations, that run the World upside down, as if there were no Lions in the world but Christs Lambs,
and the Troubles of nations, that run the World upside down, as if there were no Lions in the world but Christ Lambs,
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as if Christs Sheep were all Wolves; and therefore to prevent this, and to put to silence the ignorance and malice of evil men, they endeavour as much as may be to gain upon the hearts,
as if Christ Sheep were all Wolves; and Therefore to prevent this, and to put to silence the ignorance and malice of evil men, they endeavour as much as may be to gain upon the hearts,
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and to get the good opinion of all men;
and to get the good opinion of all men;
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to walk so, that they may not only profit, but please others, and render the Gospel the more lovely with them;
to walk so, that they may not only profit, but please Others, and render the Gospel the more lovely with them;
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they would not only wrong no man, defraud no man, provoke no man, but they would displease no man; give no many any occasion of offence or distaste at them and their way;
they would not only wrong no man, defraud no man, provoke no man, but they would displease no man; give no many any occasion of offence or distaste At them and their Way;
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Sinners, as much as the poor Saints, are cryed out against for troublesom and unquiet, yet they are desirous rather to please than provoke you;
Sinners, as much as the poor Saints, Are cried out against for troublesome and unquiet, yet they Are desirous rather to please than provoke you;
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they would please all the world as far as they may without hurting themselves or them:
they would please all the world as Far as they may without hurting themselves or them:
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indeed they would not sin against God to please men: they would not wound their consciences to save their credits;
indeed they would not sin against God to please men: they would not wound their Consciences to save their credits;
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they would not lye, nor dissemble, nor flatter, nor connive at you, nor comply with you in sin to gain your good will,
they would not lie, nor dissemble, nor flatter, nor connive At you, nor comply with you in since to gain your good will,
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but as far as they can, in order to your good, they are willing to become all things to all men;
but as Far as they can, in order to your good, they Are willing to become all things to all men;
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let them alone but to do their duty to God, to your and their own Souls;
let them alone but to do their duty to God, to your and their own Souls;
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and if that do not displease you, they are willing in all things to do their best that they may not offend you.
and if that do not displease you, they Are willing in all things to do their best that they may not offend you.
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And thus have I given you the description of these men by the exactnesse of their walking according to the Scriptures, which stands in their endeavour, to have respect to every command, to the most inward and spiritual part of every Command,
And thus have I given you the description of these men by the exactness of their walking according to the Scriptures, which Stands in their endeavour, to have respect to every command, to the most inward and spiritual part of every Command,
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and to observe every command to the utmost; to this I shall add two things.
and to observe every command to the utmost; to this I shall add two things.
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1. When they have done all that they can, after this care and circumspection, they will acknowledg themselves unprofitable Servants; they are thankful, and blesse God for helping them on in his way;
1. When they have done all that they can, After this care and circumspection, they will acknowledge themselves unprofitable Servants; they Are thankful, and bless God for helping them on in his Way;
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but yet they are humble, they are so far from boasting that they have done so much, that they are ashamed that they have done no more:
but yet they Are humble, they Are so Far from boasting that they have done so much, that they Are ashamed that they have done no more:
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Whilst they admire the Grace of God towards them, they abase and abhor themselves in dust and ashes, 1 Cor. 15. 10. I laboured more abundantly than they all,
While they admire the Grace of God towards them, they abase and abhor themselves in dust and Ashes, 1 Cor. 15. 10. I laboured more abundantly than they all,
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yet not I, (no thanks to me) but to the Grace of God that was with me: yet not I, (no thanks to me) but to the Grace of God that was with me:
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Some comfortable difference there hath been (blessed be God) betwixt my Conversation, and the wayes of many others;
some comfortable difference there hath been (blessed be God) betwixt my Conversation, and the ways of many Others;
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but, who hath made me to differ from another? or what have I, that I have not received? and if I have received it,
but, who hath made me to differ from Another? or what have I, that I have not received? and if I have received it,
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why should I boast, as if 〈 ◊ 〉 received it not? Something through the Grace of God hath been done, some service hath been performed;
why should I boast, as if 〈 ◊ 〉 received it not? Something through the Grace of God hath been done, Some service hath been performed;
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but what's all this to what I might have done? what's all this I have done, to what I have left undone? How small is my service,
but what's all this to what I might have done? what's all this I have done, to what I have left undone? How small is my service,
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if it be compared with my sins? How few are my duties, if compared with my neglects? Wha's all I have done for God, to what I owe to the Lord, to that which he hath done for me who hath redeemed my life from death,
if it be compared with my Sins? How few Are my duties, if compared with my neglects? Wha's all I have done for God, to what I owe to the Lord, to that which he hath done for me who hath redeemed my life from death,
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and crowned me with loving kindnesse? But oh!and crowned me with loving kindness? But o!
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What's all I have done, to what God hath promised to do for me? What's my Work to my Reward? What's my Race to my Crown? Such humbling self-abasing thoughts as these do Christians exercise themselves in, to lay them low,
What's all I have done, to what God hath promised to do for me? What's my Work to my Reward? What's my Raze to my Crown? Such humbling selfabasing thoughts as these doe Christians exercise themselves in, to lay them low,
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even in the dust before the Lord.
even in the dust before the Lord.
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The prophane World brand them for a proud Generation, who say to their Brethren, Stand aside, I am holier than you.
The profane World brand them for a proud Generation, who say to their Brothers, Stand aside, I am Holier than you.
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What more common in suc'h mouths, precise, but as proud as the Devil? It's true,
What more Common in suc'h mouths, precise, but as proud as the devil? It's true,
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and Christians will freely acknowledge it, and take the shame of it upon them, that this pestilent Evil, Pride, is a weed that is apt to spring up in the Richest Gardens;
and Christians will freely acknowledge it, and take the shame of it upon them, that this pestilent Evil, Pride, is a weed that is apt to spring up in the Richest Gardens;
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we can hardly be lifted up to an holy course, but we are apt to be puft up with a vain conceit, we can hardly do well,
we can hardly be lifted up to an holy course, but we Are apt to be puffed up with a vain conceit, we can hardly do well,
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but we are apt to think too well of what we do, many a precious Christian, hath groaned and travelled in pain, under the bondage of a self-exalting heart;
but we Are apt to think too well of what we do, many a precious Christian, hath groaned and traveled in pain, under the bondage of a Self-exalting heart;
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but yet he 〈 ◊ 〉 bewailing it, and bemoaning himself for it;
but yet he 〈 ◊ 〉 bewailing it, and bemoaning himself for it;
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yea, •is very disease helps on to a cure, his pride is a means to humble him, his being lifted up above measure, is the very thorn in his flesh that brings him low;
yea, •is very disease helps on to a cure, his pride is a means to humble him, his being lifted up above measure, is the very thorn in his Flesh that brings him low;
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he abhors himself the more, and abaseth himself the lower, for that he hath exalted himself so high;
he abhors himself the more, and abaseth himself the lower, for that he hath exalted himself so high;
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and the constant desire, and labour of his Soul is, to bring himself to, and hold himself in such lowliness of heart and life, that whatever he be, o• hath done, the excellency of the power may apperr to be of God, and not of him.
and the constant desire, and labour of his Soul is, to bring himself to, and hold himself in such lowliness of heart and life, that whatever he be, o• hath done, the excellency of the power may apperr to be of God, and not of him.
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2. Whatever they have done, they dare not trust upon it, or be found in it;
2. Whatever they have done, they Dare not trust upon it, or be found in it;
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they dare not be found in their own righteousness, but count all things, nothing so that they may win Christ and be found in him.
they Dare not be found in their own righteousness, but count all things, nothing so that they may win christ and be found in him.
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They labour as zealously in the works of righteousness, as they would have done, if this must have been their righteousness, •n which they must have stood before the Lord;
They labour as zealously in the works of righteousness, as they would have done, if this must have been their righteousness, •n which they must have stood before the Lord;
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and yet they depend as singly upon Christ, and his righteousnesse, as if they had never done any thing.
and yet they depend as singly upon christ, and his righteousness, as if they had never done any thing.
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Before I proceed any further, let us a little consider, what it is of all this which hath been spoken of these men, wherein their folly lies; are they fools for making so wise a choice, for choosing the better part;
Before I proceed any further, let us a little Consider, what it is of all this which hath been spoken of these men, wherein their folly lies; Are they Fools for making so wise a choice, for choosing the better part;
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those true riches, that enduring Substance, those everlasting Treasures, which are laid up in another world;
those true riches, that enduring Substance, those everlasting Treasures, which Are laid up in Another world;
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that they will not be cheated, nor be beguiled by the Devil of that better inheritance, by those toyes and fooleries, the pleasnres, honours,
that they will not be cheated, nor be beguiled by the devil of that better inheritance, by those toys and fooleries, the pleasnres, honours,
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and other vanities of this present world? that is, are they fools that they are not brutes? Are they fools that they have taken the right way, to the obtaining and possessing that blessedness which they have chosen, that they do not content themselves with idle wishings,
and other vanities of this present world? that is, Are they Fools that they Are not brutes? are they Fools that they have taken the right Way, to the obtaining and possessing that blessedness which they have chosen, that they do not content themselves with idle wishings,
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and hopings for that Heaven, and promise to themselves, they shall not fail of it,
and hopings for that Heaven, and promise to themselves, they shall not fail of it,
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though they never take that course that leads to it? that is, are they fools, that they be men? and will hearken to their reasons and understandings, which tell them, that the end cannot be attained without the means? Are they fools that they will be upright, that they will not lye,
though they never take that course that leads to it? that is, Are they Fools, that they be men? and will harken to their Reasons and understandings, which tell them, that the end cannot be attained without the means? are they Fools that they will be upright, that they will not lie,
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nor swear, nor curse, nor drink, nor riot, nor defraud, nor oppress, but are willing to walk in all the commands of the Lord blameless? that is, are they fools, that they are honest men? Is this their folly, that they will not content themselves with a formal outside Religion, with outward Reformation,
nor swear, nor curse, nor drink, nor riot, nor defraud, nor oppress, but Are willing to walk in all the commands of the Lord blameless? that is, Are they Fools, that they Are honest men? Is this their folly, that they will not content themselves with a formal outside Religion, with outward Reformation,
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but will take care of the heart and inside, as well as the outside; will perform spiritual duties, purge themselves from spiritual wickedness;
but will take care of the heart and inside, as well as the outside; will perform spiritual duties, purge themselves from spiritual wickedness;
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will make sure work, by laying the Axe to the root of that wickedness, which breaks forth in their lives, those lusts that war in their members? that is, are they fools, that they are not Hypocrites? Is this their folly, that are so free,
will make sure work, by laying the Axe to the root of that wickedness, which breaks forth in their lives, those Lustiest that war in their members? that is, Are they Fools, that they Are not Hypocrites? Is this their folly, that Are so free,
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and forward, and zealous in that which is good? that is, are they fools, that they will love God so much? and fear God so much,
and forward, and zealous in that which is good? that is, Are they Fools, that they will love God so much? and Fear God so much,
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and go on so far, and so fast in obedience to him;
and go on so Far, and so fast in Obedience to him;
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their hearts, the vigour of their affections, and care, and labour, to the Divel and their lusts,
their hearts, the vigour of their affections, and care, and labour, to the devil and their Lustiest,
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and reserve only some little for God and their Souls? An• they fools that they will be so wary,
and reserve only Some little for God and their Souls? An• they Fools that they will be so wary,
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and watchful against sin, and temptations to it, that they will keep themselves so far out of danger as may be? that is, Is it their folly that they are not fools? Stand forth ye wise men of the World, that charge the Saints with folly;
and watchful against since, and temptations to it, that they will keep themselves so Far out of danger as may be? that is, Is it their folly that they Are not Fools? Stand forth you wise men of the World, that charge the Saints with folly;
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read over all the particulars of that true description I have given you of them;
read over all the particulars of that true description I have given you of them;
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and tell us in good earnest, if you can, in which of the particulars their folly lies;
and tell us in good earnest, if you can, in which of the particulars their folly lies;
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is it that they are not brutes, that they are men, that they are honest men, that they are not hypocrites,
is it that they Are not brutus's, that they Are men, that they Are honest men, that they Are not Hypocrites,
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or that they are not fools, that you account them such? Men are fools that they are so precise;
or that they Are not Fools, that you account them such? Men Are Fools that they Are so precise;
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'tis all one, as if you should say, if they were wise, they would be brutes, knaves, and fools:
it's all one, as if you should say, if they were wise, they would be brutus's, knaves, and Fools:
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Behold here the wisdom of this World, Hath not God made the wisdom of the World foolishness?
Behold Here the Wisdom of this World, Hath not God made the Wisdom of the World foolishness?
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Thus we have seen, what this exact and upright walking is, as it respects the Commandment; Now shall we consider it. 2. As it respects Conscience;
Thus we have seen, what this exact and upright walking is, as it respects the Commandment; Now shall we Consider it. 2. As it respects Conscience;
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And thus I shall give this double description of thes• circumspect Christians. 1. They take great care of Conscience.
And thus I shall give this double description of thes• circumspect Christians. 1. They take great care of Conscience.
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2. They give good heed to Conscience. 1. They take great care of Conscience, and take great pains about their Conscience.
2. They give good heed to Conscience. 1. They take great care of Conscience, and take great pains about their Conscience.
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Their care they take is twofold: 2. About the informing and instructing Conscience. 2. About the keeping Conscience tender.
Their care they take is twofold: 2. About the informing and instructing Conscience. 2. About the keeping Conscience tender.
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1. They take great care about the informing and instructing their Consciences; Conscience is to be made the inward guide of their way.
1. They take great care about the informing and instructing their Consciences; Conscience is to be made the inward guide of their Way.
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As the word is to be their guide without them, so Conscience is to be their inward guide. Their care therefore is, that it may not be a blind guide. Hence it is that they are so much in searching and studying the Scriptures;
As the word is to be their guide without them, so Conscience is to be their inward guide. Their care Therefore is, that it may not be a blind guide. Hence it is that they Are so much in searching and studying the Scriptures;
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they are much conversant in their Bibles, they are observed to be frequent in hearing Sermons, diligent in.
they Are much conversant in their Bibles, they Are observed to be frequent in hearing Sermons, diligent in.
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Nothing, and Repeating what they hear;
Nothing, and Repeating what they hear;
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are often putting their doubts, and opening their difficult cases, to those that are able to resolve them,
Are often putting their doubts, and opening their difficult cases, to those that Are able to resolve them,
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and all this to get their Consciences enlightned, and instructed in the will of God:
and all this to get their Consciences enlightened, and instructed in the will of God:
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Though there are many things that they are ignorant of, yet there is nothing that they are willingly ignorant of, their desires and prayers to the Lord, are the same with the Psalmists, Psal. 119. 19. Hide not thy Commandments from me:
Though there Are many things that they Are ignorant of, yet there is nothing that they Are willingly ignorant of, their Desires and Prayers to the Lord, Are the same with the Psalmists, Psalm 119. 19. Hide not thy commandments from me:
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and with Elihus in Job, What I know not, teach thou me. 2. They take great care to keep their consciences tender.
and with Elihus in Job, What I know not, teach thou me. 2. They take great care to keep their Consciences tender.
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Tenderness of conscience, is sometimes taken for weakness of conscience;
Tenderness of conscience, is sometime taken for weakness of conscience;
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a weak conscience, is that which is both weak-sighted, and is not able to discern between things that differ,
a weak conscience, is that which is both weak-sighted, and is not able to discern between things that differ,
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but is very subject to mistakes, it mistakes good for evil, lawful for unlawful, and its also full of troublesom and unreasonable fears,
but is very Subject to mistakes, it mistakes good for evil, lawful for unlawful, and its also full of troublesome and unreasonable fears,
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and endless scruples, which, as the crudities abounding in a weak stomack, do make it keck and rise, not only at that which is hurtful,
and endless scruples, which, as the crudities abounding in a weak stomach, do make it keck and rise, not only At that which is hurtful,
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but sometimes at that which is wholesom enough, it often fears, where no fear is; this tenderness their endeavours are to cure, and not to cherish.
but sometime At that which is wholesome enough, it often fears, where no Fear is; this tenderness their endeavours Are to cure, and not to cherish.
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True tenderness of conscience is the perfection of it;
True tenderness of conscience is the perfection of it;
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a truly tender conscience is a sound conscience, which is quick of sense, and presently feels,
a truly tender conscience is a found conscience, which is quick of sense, and presently feels,
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and smarts, and is put to pain with any thing that is really an offence to it.
and smarts, and is put to pain with any thing that is really an offence to it.
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A tender conscience is as the eye, the least dust that's blown into it, will make it smart and this not from soreness, but wickedness of sense.
A tender conscience is as the eye, the least dust that's blown into it, will make it smart and this not from soreness, but wickedness of sense.
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The dim-sighted world look upon all tenderness as weakness, and count all such, whose consciences cannot down with any thing,
The dimsighted world look upon all tenderness as weakness, and count all such, whose Consciences cannot down with any thing,
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as a company of sickly, weakly, brain-sick spirits;
as a company of sickly, weakly, brainsick spirits;
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and all their Doubtings and Dissatisfactions, to be humor and conceit, and peevishness, and causless fears;
and all their Doubtings and Dissatisfactions, to be humour and conceit, and peevishness, and causeless fears;
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but this tenderness is so far from being the sickness, that it is the health and soundness of the heart;
but this tenderness is so Far from being the sickness, that it is the health and soundness of the heart;
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it was the commendation, and not the reproach of King Josiah. 2 King. 22. 19. That his heart was tender.
it was the commendation, and not the reproach of King Josiah. 2 King. 22. 19. That his heart was tender.
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These temper circumspect Christians are very chary of keeping their hearts in; and therefore any thing that would brawn or harden them, they carefully shun;
These temper circumspect Christians Are very chary of keeping their hearts in; and Therefore any thing that would brawn or harden them, they carefully shun;
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as the eye that cannot endure the dust that falls into it, is quick at its ward, to keep off any thing that would be noxious to it;
as the eye that cannot endure the dust that falls into it, is quick At its ward, to keep off any thing that would be noxious to it;
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and this is the reason why Christians can bear any thing rather than sin, because it's this alone that's hurtful to conscience;
and this is the reason why Christians can bear any thing rather than since, Because it's this alone that's hurtful to conscience;
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they are hardy enough to bear afflictions, these are no prejudice to conscience; it is not against their consciences to suffer, but it is to sin;
they Are hardy enough to bear afflictions, these Are no prejudice to conscience; it is not against their Consciences to suffer, but it is to since;
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affliction may perplex the thoughts, and too much disquiet and distemper the passions, but will never trouble conscience. Object.
affliction may perplex the thoughts, and too much disquiet and distemper the passion, but will never trouble conscience. Object.
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Tender Consciences! Who more stubborn, and peremptory, and obstinate, and stiffe in their way thau these? Do you call this tenderness? Sol. There is a threefold-stiffeness: Manifested.Tender Consciences! Who more stubborn, and peremptory, and obstinate, and stiff in their Way thau these? Do you call this tenderness? Sol. There is a threefold-stiffeness: Manifested.
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1. In a refusing to receive conviction, touching any thing wherein they are faulty, or in an error.
1. In a refusing to receive conviction, touching any thing wherein they Are faulty, or in an error.
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2. In a refusing to revoke their errors, upon conviction that they are in a fault;
2. In a refusing to revoke their errors, upon conviction that they Are in a fault;
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let either of these be charged upon them, and let the charge be made good, and then call them stubborn, obstinate, or what you will.
let either of these be charged upon them, and let the charge be made good, and then call them stubborn, obstinate, or what you will.
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3. In a refusing to act contrary to their conviction, to do that which Conscience is not satisfied in;
3. In a refusing to act contrary to their conviction, to do that which Conscience is not satisfied in;
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which, after their most free & fair debate, most candid enquiring into, and most impartial, weighing, all that is or can be said for it, their conscience still tells them, they should sin in doing it:
which, After their most free & fair debate, most candid inquiring into, and most impartial, weighing, all that is or can be said for it, their conscience still tells them, they should sin in doing it:
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Hereupon, though all their Friends should come and perswade, and entice them;
Hereupon, though all their Friends should come and persuade, and entice them;
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though all their Adversaries should fall a scoffing and reproaching them, a threatning & persecuting them,
though all their Adversaries should fallen a scoffing and reproaching them, a threatening & persecuting them,
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yet still they refuse to yield.
yet still they refuse to yield.
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This stiffness is that stedfastness which the Lord requires in them, and is so far from being inconsistent with true tenderness, that it is their tenderness.
This stiffness is that steadfastness which the Lord requires in them, and is so Far from being inconsistent with true tenderness, that it is their tenderness.
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If an Idolater should come and perswade such to worship an Idol;
If an Idolater should come and persuade such to worship an Idol;
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if he should threaten them with the fiery furnace, with the Lions Den, and yet they will not;
if he should threaten them with the fiery furnace, with the Lions Den, and yet they will not;
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Is this their stubborness? Or, is it not their tenderness? If an Adulterer should perswade them to uncleanness;
Is this their Stubbornness? Or, is it not their tenderness? If an Adulterer should persuade them to uncleanness;
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If a Libertine should come and think to scoff them out of their strict & holy course,
If a Libertine should come and think to scoff them out of their strict & holy course,
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or to tempt them but to some little indulgence to their flesh, in some such way as this;
or to tempt them but to Some little indulgence to their Flesh, in Some such Way as this;
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Why? What hurt is there in a little mirth? What great matter is it, to take a little liberty now and then? Why should you think your selves wiser than other men & yet they will not hearken? will you call this their obstinacy,
Why? What hurt is there in a little mirth? What great matter is it, to take a little liberty now and then? Why should you think your selves Wiser than other men & yet they will not harken? will you call this their obstinacy,
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or their tenderness? Here be obstinate creatures indeed:
or their tenderness? Here be obstinate creatures indeed:
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they will not be Idolaters, they will not be unclean, they will not be Libertines, they will not be liars,
they will not be Idolaters, they will not be unclean, they will not be Libertines, they will not be liars,
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nor dissemblers, they will by no means be perswaded to rebel against God and Conscience, and therefore they be obstinate.
nor dissemblers, they will by no means be persuaded to rebel against God and Conscience, and Therefore they be obstinate.
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Perswade them to that which is good, convince them that they are in an error, and then try whether they will be obstinate:
Persuade them to that which is good, convince them that they Are in an error, and then try whither they will be obstinate:
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tell them, Friends, you walk disorderly, unchristianly;
tell them, Friends, you walk disorderly, unchristianly;
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you are uucharitable, ccnsorious, contentious, proud, vain, and convince them of it, and see if they will not hearken to you,
you Are uucharitable, ccnsorious, contentious, proud, vain, and convince them of it, and see if they will not harken to you,
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& thank you for your admonition.
& thank you for your admonition.
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Christians, prove your selves to be conscientious by your tenderness, however the World go about to blast and reproach you with your consciences,
Christians, prove your selves to be conscientious by your tenderness, however the World go about to blast and reproach you with your Consciences,
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and call your uprightness hypocrisie, your tenderness obstinacy, yet part not with it so, but still resolve with Job, chap. 27. Till I dye, I will not remove my integrity from me.
and call your uprightness hypocrisy, your tenderness obstinacy, yet part not with it so, but still resolve with Job, chap. 27. Till I die, I will not remove my integrity from me.
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There is a double way wherein we may be said to remove our integrity. 1. By departing from it. 2. By belying it.
There is a double Way wherein we may be said to remove our integrity. 1. By departing from it. 2. By belying it.
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1. By departing from our integrity, by turning aside to iniquity, by being found false to God and conscience,
1. By departing from our integrity, by turning aside to iniquity, by being found false to God and conscience,
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and by a liberty in sinning, exchanging this truth & tenderness of heart for hardness & hypocrisie.
and by a liberty in sinning, exchanging this truth & tenderness of heart for hardness & hypocrisy.
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Take heed you do not thus depart from your Integrity. Beloved, you live in a world wherein conscience is like to cost you dear;
Take heed you do not thus depart from your Integrity. beloved, you live in a world wherein conscience is like to cost you dear;
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if you will own any such thing as conscience, or conscientious walking, you are like to smart for it.
if you will own any such thing as conscience, or conscientious walking, you Are like to smart for it.
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Look to it that your conscience be sound, such as is worth the suffering for; do not suffer for the name of conscience;
Look to it that your conscience be found, such as is worth the suffering for; do not suffer for the name of conscience;
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or consciencious, but for the thing: look to it, that whatsoever you suffer for conscience, you suffer nothing from conscience;
or conscientious, but for the thing: look to it, that whatsoever you suffer for conscience, you suffer nothing from conscience;
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for your wronging, or abusing, or violating of it; Sufferings for conscience, for an upright conscience, are precious;
for your wronging, or abusing, or violating of it; Sufferings for conscience, for an upright conscience, Are precious;
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Sufferings from conscience, from an evil and abused conscience, will be bitter. Let all the world be against you rather than conscience:
Sufferings from conscience, from an evil and abused conscience, will be bitter. Let all the world be against you rather than conscience:
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whom the world smites for conscience God will heal, whom the world judges God will justifie;
whom the world smites for conscience God will heal, whom the world judges God will justify;
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but if our hearts condemn us, who shall plead for us, or comfort us? Carry your selves so, that conscience may be your comforter; not your tormentor:
but if our hearts condemn us, who shall plead for us, or Comfort us? Carry your selves so, that conscience may be your comforter; not your tormentor:
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There is no torment like the stings and revenges of an abused conscience:
There is no torment like the stings and revenges of an abused conscience:
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Keep your consciences tender, and they will neither hurt you, nor suffer you to be hurt by others; keep your integrity; and it will keep you.
Keep your Consciences tender, and they will neither hurt you, nor suffer you to be hurt by Others; keep your integrity; and it will keep you.
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The Psalmist prayes, Ps. 25. 21. Let integrity and uprightness preserve me.
The Psalmist prays, Ps. 25. 21. Let integrity and uprightness preserve me.
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Let me not think to shift my self of trouble, by sheltering my self under sin;
Let me not think to shift my self of trouble, by sheltering my self under since;
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let me not go about to make my peace with my troublesom adversaries, by casting in my lot with them;
let me not go about to make my peace with my troublesome Adversaries, by casting in my lot with them;
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let me never think to be beholding to iniquity for my safety; let integrity preserve me. Preserve thou me in mine integrity, and let it preserve me.
let me never think to be beholding to iniquity for my safety; let integrity preserve me. Preserve thou me in mine integrity, and let it preserve me.
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Christians, give the world leave to talk and do what they will, but when they have said and done their worst, keep you honest, and you shall keep you safe:
Christians, give the world leave to talk and do what they will, but when they have said and done their worst, keep you honest, and you shall keep you safe:
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Your consciences will be your confidence, and your security; He that walketh uprightly shall walk sure.
Your Consciences will be your confidence, and your security; He that walks uprightly shall walk sure.
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Be not reproached out of your refuge, let not the world find you obstinate against your duty, nor yet yielding to iniquity;
Be not reproached out of your refuge, let not the world find you obstinate against your duty, nor yet yielding to iniquity;
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be not stubborn, but yet be stedfast, yield to reproofs while you slight reproaches. Let us be so gentle, flexible, easie to be entreated, so fearful to offend;
be not stubborn, but yet be steadfast, yield to reproofs while you slight Reproaches. Let us be so gentle, flexible, easy to be entreated, so fearful to offend;
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so ready to please all men, in all things, which are not against conscience, its peace & purity, that we may convince them, that in those things wherein we fix and do not yield, it is because we cannot, not because we will not, and let us yet be so stedfast in those things which would be a wound & defilement to conscience; that we may let them see it is but a vain attempt for them to think to reproach or persecute us out of our integrity;
so ready to please all men, in all things, which Are not against conscience, its peace & purity, that we may convince them, that in those things wherein we fix and do not yield, it is Because we cannot, not Because we will not, and let us yet be so steadfast in those things which would be a wound & defilement to conscience; that we may let them see it is but a vain attempt for them to think to reproach or persecute us out of our integrity;
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let us be sincerely tender, not out of any sickleness or weakness of conscience, or from groundless scrupulosity, much less from sullenness or humor, but from a sound mind and pure conscience.
let us be sincerely tender, not out of any fickleness or weakness of conscience, or from groundless scrupulosity, much less from sullenness or humour, but from a found mind and pure conscience.
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Let us be universally tender of every evil, not only of the greatest and most scandalous,
Let us be universally tender of every evil, not only of the greatest and most scandalous,
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but of the smallest sins, not only of open sins, such as come to the view of men,
but of the Smallest Sins, not only of open Sins, such as come to the view of men,
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but of the most secret sins, the most inward and spiritual wickedness, such as need fear no reprover but ▪ conscience;
but of the most secret Sins, the most inward and spiritual wickedness, such as need Fear no reprover but ▪ conscience;
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let us be tender, not only of committing sin, but of any omissions or neglects;
let us be tender, not only of committing since, but of any omissions or neglects;
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not only of our neglects of duties, but our negligences in duties, and that deadness, formality, cursoriness, coldness, hypocrisie, distractions which hence arise;
not only of our neglects of duties, but our negligences in duties, and that deadness, formality, cursoriness, coldness, hypocrisy, distractions which hence arise;
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of the neglects or negligent performances of our duty to God, of our duty to men, to our families, to our friends, to our enemies; our not pittying them,
of the neglects or negligent performances of our duty to God, of our duty to men, to our families, to our Friends, to our enemies; our not pitying them,
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nor praying for them, nor wishing them well, not doing them good for their evil, & endeavouring by our soft, meek, inoffensive and loving carriage towards them, to win and gain upon their hearts.
nor praying for them, nor wishing them well, not doing them good for their evil, & endeavouring by our soft, meek, inoffensive and loving carriage towards them, to win and gain upon their hearts.
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Oh Brethren, we have much 〈 ◊ 〉 blame our selves for, though evil men have little,
O Brothers, we have much 〈 ◊ 〉 blame our selves for, though evil men have little,
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or if they have more, they are so unhappy as not to hit upon the right, judging us & condemning us, not for our faults,
or if they have more, they Are so unhappy as not to hit upon the right, judging us & condemning us, not for our Faults,
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but for the good that is found in us.
but for the good that is found in us.
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But however, we have much to blame our selves for, the Lord help us, we have many haltings; and many failings.
But however, we have much to blame our selves for, the Lord help us, we have many haltings; and many failings.
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Oh it were well for us if our hearts had no more to say against us then men can say;
O it were well for us if our hearts had no more to say against us then men can say;
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what unevenness and inequality is there in our goings? what intermissions of our care and watchfulness? what ever our aims and desires are, what an universal regard soever we have to the will of God,
what unevenness and inequality is there in our goings? what intermissions of our care and watchfulness? what ever our aims and Desires Are, what an universal regard soever we have to the will of God,
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yet when we come to practice, in how many things do we go awry? It may be we dare not wholly neglect a duty, not a praying season, not a hearing season,
yet when we come to practice, in how many things do we go awry? It may be we Dare not wholly neglect a duty, not a praying season, not a hearing season,
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but our hearts will presently be upon us and smite us for it;
but our hearts will presently be upon us and smite us for it;
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but are we not often remiss and negligent in our duties, and go out with it without any trouble? may be we take some care in the matters of our own souls, but what do we for our families, our friends and acquistance? may be we dare not conform to evil men,
but Are we not often remiss and negligent in our duties, and go out with it without any trouble? may be we take Some care in the matters of our own Souls, but what do we for our families, our Friends and acquistance? may be we Dare not conform to evil men,
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nor have fellowship with them in their evil wayes, but do we not co•nive at them? may be we do not render evil for evil, railing for railing, but do we good fo• evil, do we pitty them, pray for them,
nor have fellowship with them in their evil ways, but do we not co•nive At them? may be we do not render evil for evil, railing for railing, but do we good fo• evil, do we pity them, pray for them,
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& labour ▪ by all lawful means to gain upon their hearts? may be we dare not be unrighteous or unjust in our dealings;
& labour ▪ by all lawful means to gain upon their hearts? may be we Dare not be unrighteous or unjust in our dealings;
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but are we not unmerciful, unpeaceable, unquiet? we dare not lye, nor swea•, or curse,
but Are we not unmerciful, unpeaceable, unquiet? we Dare not lie, nor swea•, or curse,
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but are we so watchful. as we should be against idle and vain talkings, frothy & unsavoury discourses? may be we cannot suffer any rooted malice to abide in our hearts,
but Are we so watchful. as we should be against idle and vain talkings, frothy & unsavoury discourses? may be we cannot suffer any rooted malice to abide in our hearts,
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but are there not many sudden and furious fits of passion & anger breaking forth, much bitter & provoking language? are we not fretful and impatient, without e•er laying it much to heart? doth conscience check us for,
but Are there not many sudden and furious fits of passion & anger breaking forth, much bitter & provoking language? Are we not fretful and impatient, without e•er laying it much to heart? does conscience check us for,
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and make resistance against every evil? Let us be universally tender, universally careful.
and make resistance against every evil? Let us be universally tender, universally careful.
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Oh that our consciences were but as tender as our lusts; our pride will not bear any thing that reflects upon our reputation, our covetousness will not bear any thing that is an hindrance to our gains, our passions, will hardly bear the least cross or unpleasing word;
O that our Consciences were but as tender as our Lustiest; our pride will not bear any thing that reflects upon our reputation, our covetousness will not bear any thing that is an hindrance to our gains, our passion, will hardly bear the least cross or unpleasing word;
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how touchy are we at every little thing that does offend us? Oh if conscience were in every thing as tenderas lust, what Christians should we be!
how touchy Are we At every little thing that does offend us? O if conscience were in every thing as tenderas lust, what Christians should we be!
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but woe to us, whatever we should be, how short do we fall? how unequal are our goings? how unsteady are our tempers? sometimes tender, sometimes hard, sometimes watchful, sometimes heedless, in some things careful, in some things carel•ss;
but woe to us, whatever we should be, how short doe we fallen? how unequal Are our goings? how unsteady Are our tempers? sometime tender, sometime hard, sometime watchful, sometime heedless, in Some things careful, in Some things carel•ss;
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how do we too much justifie the wicked, & harden them in their reproaches of us? Let us press on with so much earnestness to this evenness & exactness in all our ways, that it may be seen, that however we have not yet attained;
how do we too much justify the wicked, & harden them in their Reproaches of us? Let us press on with so much earnestness to this evenness & exactness in all our ways, that it may be seen, that however we have not yet attained;
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yet we are following after, though we have not reached to, yet we are reaching towards it;
yet we Are following After, though we have not reached to, yet we Are reaching towards it;
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though through infirmity we fall into many iniquities, yet we allow not to our selves a liberty in any;
though through infirmity we fallen into many iniquities, yet we allow not to our selves a liberty in any;
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such a conscience as this, such a course as this will plead for its self, against all the calumnies of the World. 2. By belying your integrity;
such a conscience as this, such a course as this will plead for its self, against all the calumnies of the World. 2. By belying your integrity;
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that is the sence in which Job speaks in the fore-mentioned Scripture, I will not remove my integrity;
that is the sense in which Job speaks in the forementioned Scripture, I will not remove my integrity;
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that is, I will never belye my integrity:
that is, I will never belie my integrity:
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call you me an hypocrite, or what else you please, God forbid that I should justifie you by belying my self, & saying as you say.
call you me an hypocrite, or what Else you please, God forbid that I should justify you by belying my self, & saying as you say.
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Brethren, do not out of any base fear, or to make your peace with sinners, do not say of your tenderness,
Brothers, do not out of any base Fear, or to make your peace with Sinners, do not say of your tenderness,
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& watchful walking, this was my pride, or my hypocrisie, or my bumor, or self-will,
& watchful walking, this was my pride, or my hypocrisy, or my bumor, or self-will,
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but stand upon your own uprightness, Till I dye I will hold fast my righteousness & will not let it go:
but stand upon your own uprightness, Till I die I will hold fast my righteousness & will not let it go:
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mine heart shall not reproach me while I live, v. 6.mine heart shall not reproach me while I live, v. 6.
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2. They give great heed to conscience, they will hearken to, & follow conscience, the voice of a well instructed conscience is the voice of God,
2. They give great heed to conscience, they will harken to, & follow conscience, the voice of a well instructed conscience is the voice of God,
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& to this voice they will hearken, without turning aside in any thing, either to the right hand or the left.
& to this voice they will harken, without turning aside in any thing, either to the right hand or the left.
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By turning aside to the right hand, I mean the same which Solomon does, by being righteous overmuch, Eccles. 7. 16. Be not righteous overmuch:
By turning aside to the right hand, I mean the same which Solomon does, by being righteous overmuch, Eccles. 7. 16. Be not righteous overmuch:
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the imposing upon ourselves such strictness, and those severities which God hath not imposed, the making those things to be sins, which God hath not made to be sins,
the imposing upon ourselves such strictness, and those severities which God hath not imposed, the making those things to be Sins, which God hath not made to be Sins,
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and hereby making the narrow way narrower than the Lord hath made it: and this may be done.
and hereby making the narrow Way narrower than the Lord hath made it: and this may be done.
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1. By putting Religion in such things in which Cod hath put none, laying other bonds and burthens on our necks,
1. By putting Religion in such things in which Cod hath put none, laying other bonds and burdens on our necks,
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then those which the Holy Ghost hath laid on us:
then those which the Holy Ghost hath laid on us:
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the abridging and cutting our selves short of that Christian liberty, which the Lord hath not only allowed,
the abridging and cutting our selves short of that Christian liberty, which the Lord hath not only allowed,
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but commanded us to maintain and stand fast in.
but commanded us to maintain and stand fast in.
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2. By putting more Religion in any thing then God hath put in it, by laying a greater weight and stress upon the lesser and smaller things• of Religion than God hath layed on them.
2. By putting more Religion in any thing then God hath put in it, by laying a greater weight and stress upon the lesser and smaller things• of Religion than God hath laid on them.
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By the lesser duties of Religion, I mean not any moral duties: the lowest of these, the ▪ lowest duties of mercy, justice, charity, truth, &c. are to be reckoned among the weighty matters of the law, wherein we •annot erre by being too strict ▪ we cannot be too just,
By the lesser duties of Religion, I mean not any moral duties: the lowest of these, the ▪ lowest duties of mercy, Justice, charity, truth, etc. Are to be reckoned among the weighty matters of the law, wherein we •annot err by being too strict ▪ we cannot be too just,
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or too true, or too merciful, nor too zealous for truth, justice and mercy, Mat. 5. 19. He that breaketh the least of these Commandments,
or too true, or too merciful, nor too zealous for truth, Justice and mercy, Mathew 5. 19. He that breaks the least of these commandments,
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and teacheth them so, shall be called the least in the Kingdom •f Heaven: and Teaches them so, shall be called the least in the Kingdom •f Heaven:
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but by the lesser things of Religion, I mean the circumstantials of the worship of God, the outward forms of worship, the gestures, &c. to be used in it.
but by the lesser things of Religion, I mean the circumstantials of the worship of God, the outward forms of worship, the gestures, etc. to be used in it.
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This is a being righteous overmuch, to put more in these circumstantials then the Scripture hath put, to be so zealous for or against them,
This is a being righteous overmuch, to put more in these circumstantials then the Scripture hath put, to be so zealous for or against them,
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as if Religion stood or fell with them, 1 Cor: 7. 19. Circumcision is nothing, and uncircumcision is nothing, but the keeping the Commandments of God:
as if Religion stood or fell with them, 1 Cor: 7. 19. Circumcision is nothing, and uncircumcision is nothing, but the keeping the commandments of God:
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some there were that did hotly contend for Circumcision, and did put much of their Religion in that;
Some there were that did hotly contend for Circumcision, and did put much of their Religion in that;
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others were ▪ as hot against it, & this was much of their Religion, both these the Apostle checks, telling them that circumcision is nothing, and uncircumcision is nothing;
Others were ▪ as hight against it, & this was much of their Religion, both these the Apostle Checks, telling them that circumcision is nothing, and uncircumcision is nothing;
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these are not the things wherein Religion stands;
these Are not the things wherein Religion Stands;
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keep the Commandment, fear God, walk before God in holiness and righteousness, let your zeal be spe•• that way,
keep the Commandment, Fear God, walk before God in holiness and righteousness, let your zeal be spe•• that Way,
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but trouble not your selves so much about these lesser matters. Yet two things must here be added
but trouble not your selves so much about these lesser matters. Yet two things must Here be added
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1. This is not so to be unde•stood, as if Christians were to swallow all things of this nature without examining whether they be agreeable to the Word of God or not, a due regard must be had to the satisfying of Conscience even in the smallest things;
1. This is not so to be unde•stood, as if Christians were to swallow all things of this nature without examining whither they be agreeable to the Word of God or not, a due regard must be had to the satisfying of Conscience even in the Smallest things;
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we may not yeild to practise any little things which are against our Consciences, though we may not spend our zeal about them,
we may not yield to practise any little things which Are against our Consciences, though we may not spend our zeal about them,
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as if Religion lived or died with them.
as if Religion lived or died with them.
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2. Even against these lesser things there ought to be zeal exprest, if they should be like to prove destructive to the substantials of Religion,
2. Even against these lesser things there ought to be zeal expressed, if they should be like to prove destructive to the substantials of Religion,
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and hinder the main end which they pretend to promote;
and hinder the main end which they pretend to promote;
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by this it •ppears what I mean by turning aside to the right hand, or being righteous over-much.
by this it •ppears what I mean by turning aside to the right hand, or being righteous overmuch.
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By curning aside to the left hand, I mean the same which Solomon there doth, by being wicked overmuch, Neither be thou wicked overmuch.
By curning aside to the left hand, I mean the same which Solomon there does, by being wicked overmuch, Neither be thou wicked overmuch.
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This is not to be understood, as if there were any wickedness which is not too much, a little is too much, it checks and restrains all liberty to sin,
This is not to be understood, as if there were any wickedness which is not too much, a little is too much, it Checks and restrains all liberty to since,
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though in many things we sin all, yet let not sin get the head of thee, keep it under, keep it down as much as is possible,
though in many things we sin all, yet let not since get the head of thee, keep it under, keep it down as much as is possible,
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least it grow to that height that it prove thy speedy ruine; by turning aside therefore to the left hand, understanding all declinings to licentiousness; Either,
lest it grow to that height that it prove thy speedy ruin; by turning aside Therefore to the left hand, understanding all declinings to licentiousness; Either,
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1. By making duties no duties, making sins to be no sins, and so making the way of life broader than Christ hath made it;
1. By making duties no duties, making Sins to be no Sins, and so making the Way of life Broader than christ hath made it;
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and stretching out liberty beyond our line, as turning aside to the right hand, stands in the infringing of our liberty, in imposing such burthens, which God hath not imposed;
and stretching out liberty beyond our line, as turning aside to the right hand, Stands in the infringing of our liberty, in imposing such burdens, which God hath not imposed;
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so turning to the left hand, stands in taking up a liberty which God hath imposed;
so turning to the left hand, Stands in taking up a liberty which God hath imposed;
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making it no• matter of Conscience to be strict, not only in the Circumstantials, but neither in the Substantials of Religion;
making it no• matter of Conscience to be strict, not only in the Circumstantials, but neither in the Substantials of Religion;
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so blinding Conscience, and bribing it over to side with lust, that it accounts it not a duty, to be so strict and so precise in any thing,
so blinding Conscience, and bribing it over to side with lust, that it accounts it not a duty, to be so strict and so precise in any thing,
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but that there may be a greater latitude allowed, and a remitting of our care and zeal, especially in cases of any hazard or danger, that our zeal and strictness is like to cost us.
but that there may be a greater latitude allowed, and a remitting of our care and zeal, especially in cases of any hazard or danger, that our zeal and strictness is like to cost us.
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2. Making bold with duties and sins, neglecting known duties, running upon known sins, making shipwrack of Conscience to satisfie lust;
2. Making bold with duties and Sins, neglecting known duties, running upon known Sins, making shipwreck of Conscience to satisfy lust;
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when though Cor-science stands convinced, that holines•, in the strictness of it, is our duty, and that licenciousness, and living after the flesh, is our sin;
when though Cor-science Stands convinced, that holines•, in the strictness of it, is our duty, and that licentiousness, and living After the Flesh, is our since;
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yet we will indulge to our selves, our fleshly liberty.
yet we will indulge to our selves, our fleshly liberty.
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Now this is another Character of circumspect Christians, they will walk according to conscience in all things, without turning aside either way, either to the right hand, or the left;
Now this is Another Character of circumspect Christians, they will walk according to conscience in all things, without turning aside either Way, either to the right hand, or the left;
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they are not willing to turn aside to the right hand, either by putting Religion in those things in which God hath put none,
they Are not willing to turn aside to the right hand, either by putting Religion in those things in which God hath put none,
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or by putting more of Religion in any thing, than God hath put in it; their zeal is for the substantials and weighty things of Religion;
or by putting more of Religion in any thing, than God hath put in it; their zeal is for the substantials and weighty things of Religion;
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as for the circumstantials, though they will not act in these contrary to Conscience, yet they list not to be contentio•s a about them,
as for the circumstantials, though they will not act in these contrary to Conscience, yet they list not to be contentio•s a about them,
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nor censorious of those, who agreeing in the main, to differ in these things from them.
nor censorious of those, who agreeing in the main, to differ in these things from them.
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But their great care is not to turn aside to the left hand; they will not for fear of being too precise, grow profuse and profane; But their great care is not to turn aside to the left hand; they will not for Fear of being too precise, grow profuse and profane;
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but as the Apostle, Hebr. 13. 18. They have a good Conscience, willing to live honestly in all things, endeavouring to deny all ungodliness and worldly lusts,but as the Apostle, Hebrew 13. 18. They have a good Conscience, willing to live honestly in all things, endeavouring to deny all ungodliness and worldly Lustiest,
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and to live righteously, soberly, and godly in this present evil World, being holy and harmless, the children of God without rebuke in the midst of a crooked generation. III.
and to live righteously, soberly, and godly in this present evil World, being holy and harmless, the children of God without rebuke in the midst of a crooked generation. III.
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From this way they will not be withdrawn, either by any hopes or advantages on the one hand,
From this Way they will not be withdrawn, either by any hope's or advantages on the one hand,
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or, by any fears or dangers on the other; they have not taken up Religion on such slight grounds, as to be either flattered, or frighted out of it.
or, by any fears or dangers on the other; they have not taken up Religion on such slight grounds, as to be either flattered, or frighted out of it.
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Christians, at their first engaging in the way of the Lord, do sit down and consider, what it will cost them to be Christ's Disciples;
Christians, At their First engaging in the Way of the Lord, do fit down and Consider, what it will cost them to be Christ's Disciples;
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they count all the charges, they cast up all the damages that they can be subject to, before-hand;
they count all the charges, they cast up all the damages that they can be Subject to, beforehand;
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and fore-see, that there is enough in Ch•ist to make amends for all, and to save them •armless at the last, whatever falls.
and foresee, that there is enough in Ch•ist to make amends for all, and to save them •armless At the last, whatever falls.
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They count upon tribulations, losses, reproaches, and the greatest of temptations;
They count upon tribulations, losses, Reproaches, and the greatest of temptations;
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and if they did not fore-see, that the gain of Godliness would countervail all the losses and inconveniencies it's like to be attended with, they would not have adventured on it;
and if they did not foresee, that the gain of Godliness would countervail all the losses and inconveniences it's like to be attended with, they would not have adventured on it;
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but seeing for a certainty they can be no loosers, hereupon they set up their staffe, determining not to depart for ever.
but seeing for a certainty they can be no Losers', hereupon they Set up their staff, determining not to depart for ever.
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They take Christ and his wayes for better for worse, for richer for poorer, in prosperity and affliction;
They take christ and his ways for better for Worse, for Richer for Poorer, in Prosperity and affliction;
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they resolve to stand or fall, to suffer and reign, to live and dye with him.
they resolve to stand or fallen, to suffer and Reign, to live and die with him.
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They promise to him, as Ruth to Naomi, Ruth 1. 14. As the Lord liveth I will not leave thee;
They promise to him, as Ruth to Naomi, Ruth 1. 14. As the Lord lives I will not leave thee;
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whither thou goest I will go, where thou lodgest I will lodge: They will take their Lot with Christ where ever it falls;whither thou goest I will go, where thou lodgest I will lodge: They will take their Lot with christ where ever it falls;
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Christ hath said to them, I will never forsake you, Heb. 13. 15. and they have said the like to him;
christ hath said to them, I will never forsake you, Hebrew 13. 15. and they have said the like to him;
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he that hath not thus engaged, is no true Christian;
he that hath not thus engaged, is no true Christian;
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this absolute resolution to be ever the Lord's, never to forsake him, is of the essence of true conversion;
this absolute resolution to be ever the Lord's, never to forsake him, is of the essence of true conversion;
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he is no true Convert, that is content to follow Christ in fair weather only, as far and as long as he safely may;
he is no true Convert, that is content to follow christ in fair weather only, as Far and as long as he safely may;
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a sincere Convert will follow Christ absolutely and unalterably. Now, being thus engaged, whatever befalls them, it is no more than they looked for;
a sincere Convert will follow christ absolutely and unalterably. Now, being thus engaged, whatever befalls them, it is no more than they looked for;
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they are called fools, and counted stubborn, and refractory, self-will'd ▪ self-conceited; and they looked to be counted such, and so it moves them not:
they Are called Fools, and counted stubborn, and refractory, self-willed ▪ self-conceited; and they looked to be counted such, and so it moves them not:
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they are set upon by flatteries, and tempted by outward prosperity;
they Are Set upon by flatteries, and tempted by outward Prosperity;
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but it cannot prevail, Thy money perish with thee, says Peter, Germana illa bestia non curat pecuniam:
but it cannot prevail, Thy money perish with thee, Says Peter, Germana illa Beast non curate pecuniam:
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'Twas said of Luther, Money will do nothing with them, Preferment will do nothing with them, Prisons, Banishment, Death it self can do nothing with them;
'Twas said of Luther, Money will do nothing with them, Preferment will do nothing with them, Prisons, Banishment, Death it self can do nothing with them;
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None of these things move me, neither •ount I my life dear unto me, so that I may finish my course with joy, Acts 20. 24.None of these things move me, neither •ount I my life dear unto me, so that I may finish my course with joy, Acts 20. 24.
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And as they will not be drawn to a total Apostasie from Christ, so neither will they be brought to allow themselves in any little deviation, Psal. 44. 17, 18. All this is come upon us,
And as they will not be drawn to a total Apostasy from christ, so neither will they be brought to allow themselves in any little deviation, Psalm 44. 17, 18. All this is come upon us,
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yet have we not forgotten thee, neither have we dealt falsly in thy Covenant, our heart is not turned back,
yet have we not forgotten thee, neither have we dealt falsely in thy Covenant, our heart is not turned back,
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neither have our steps declined thy way: neither have our steps declined thy Way:
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in what case they were, you may see in the foregoing part of the Psalm; Thou hast cast us off, thou makest us to turn our backs upon our Enemies,.
in what case they were, you may see in the foregoing part of the Psalm; Thou hast cast us off, thou Makest us to turn our backs upon our Enemies,.
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and they that hate us, spoyle for themselves;
and they that hate us, spoil for themselves;
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thou makest us a reproach to our neighbours, a scorn and derision to them that are round about us, &c. Though all this be come upon us,
thou Makest us a reproach to our neighbours, a scorn and derision to them that Are round about us, etc. Though all this be come upon us,
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yet have we not, &c. Our hearts are not turned back: We do not repent of our choice;yet have we not, etc. Our hearts Are not turned back: We do not Repent of our choice;
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we do not wish our selves back amongst the prosperous world; we think never the worse of the Lord, or his way;
we do not wish our selves back among the prosperous world; we think never the Worse of the Lord, or his Way;
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we have as good a will to the Lord, high an esteem of his waies, as ever we had before we were thus afflicted;
we have as good a will to the Lord, high an esteem of his ways, as ever we had before we were thus afflicted;
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there's not the least abatement of our love and affection;
there's not the least abatement of our love and affection;
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If we were now to begin again, if we were now to choose whom we would serve,
If we were now to begin again, if we were now to choose whom we would serve,
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and know as much as we do now, we should make the same choice;
and know as much as we do now, we should make the same choice;
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our heart runs out the same way, and in the fame strength that ever it did;
our heart runs out the same Way, and in the fame strength that ever it did;
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those many waters that have run upon us, have neither quenched ▪ no, not so much as cool'd our love;
those many waters that have run upon us, have neither quenched ▪ no, not so much as cooled our love;
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neither have our steps declined from thy way: We have neither been turn'd back in our affection, nor turn'd aside in our practise;neither have our steps declined from thy Way: We have neither been turned back in our affection, nor turned aside in our practice;
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through the grace of God our hearts have been kept upright, and we have made strait steps to our feet, Dan. 6. 10. We read, that when a Decree was made, That whosoever should ask any Petition for thirty days space, either of God or man, save of the King, should be cast into the Lions Den;
through the grace of God our hearts have been kept upright, and we have made strait steps to our feet, Dan. 6. 10. We read, that when a decree was made, That whosoever should ask any Petition for thirty days Molle, either of God or man, save of the King, should be cast into the Lions Den;
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Yet Daniel would not forbear to pray to his God;
Yet daniel would not forbear to pray to his God;
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When he knew that the Writing was signed, he went into his house, and his Windows being open in his Chamber, he kneeled upon his kneee Three times a day, When he knew that the Writing was signed, he went into his house, and his Windows being open in his Chamber, he kneeled upon his kneee Three times a day,
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and Prayed, &c. Carnal men would have been ready to have said, What a precise Fool was this Daniel? What great matter was it, that he stood so much upon? it was not the committing a sin that he was urged to,and Prayed, etc. Carnal men would have been ready to have said, What a precise Fool was this daniel? What great matter was it, that he stood so much upon? it was not the committing a since that he was urged to,
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but only the forbearance of a Duty; he was not required to fall down before an Image, as the three Chrildren were,
but only the forbearance of a Duty; he was not required to fallen down before an Image, as the three Children were,
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or to worship any false God; but to forbear, for a time, to pray to the true God:
or to worship any false God; but to forbear, for a time, to pray to the true God:
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If it had been the worshipping before an Image that had been required, some would have reason'd thus;
If it had been the worshipping before an Image that had been required, Some would have reasoned thus;
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Why, what great matter had that been, to bow in the house of Rimmon, to bow before an Image,
Why, what great matter had that been, to bow in the house of Rimmon, to bow before an Image,
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or an Altar, this is not praying to them? There is a great difference betwixt worshipping an Image, & worshipping God before an Image;
or an Altar, this is not praying to them? There is a great difference betwixt worshipping an Image, & worshipping God before an Image;
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What is there in all this? But this, which Daniel stands upon, hath not so foul a face;
What is there in all this? But this, which daniel Stands upon, hath not so foul a face;
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twas only the forbearance of his duty to God, and that only for a time:
it only the forbearance of his duty to God, and that only for a time:
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Was this such a crime to forbear praying for a few weeks, for the saving of his life? Or,
Was this such a crime to forbear praying for a few weeks, for the Saving of his life? Or,
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if he would needs pray, he might have done it secretly, and kept his devotion to himself;
if he would needs pray, he might have done it secretly, and kept his devotion to himself;
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Must he needs keep his hours, and open his windows too? Yea, he must do it, and he will do it:
Must he needs keep his hours, and open his windows too? Yea, he must do it, and he will do it:
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Daniel would not only continue his course of Prayer, but he would not give his Adversaries occasion to think, that he was afraid to pray; daniel would not only continue his course of Prayer, but he would not give his Adversaries occasion to think, that he was afraid to pray;
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he held it his duty (being called out to a confession of his Religion) to let his Adversaries know, that he had not such a slight and low esteem of it, that he was afraid to trust his God with his safety,
he held it his duty (being called out to a Confessi of his Religion) to let his Adversaries know, that he had not such a slight and low esteem of it, that he was afraid to trust his God with his safety,
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whilest he continued in the exercise of his duty.
whilst he continued in the exercise of his duty.
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It's true, that in matters circumstantial, such, wherein there may be variation without prejudice to the substantials of Godliness, such which are not against their consciences, which they may submit to without sining against God;
It's true, that in matters circumstantial, such, wherein there may be variation without prejudice to the substantials of Godliness, such which Are not against their Consciences, which they may submit to without sinning against God;
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here they are not stiff, nor refractory, but for peace sake, & in order to the gaining upon the hearts of others, they are willing, with the Apostle, 1 Cor. 9. 20. To become all things to all men, in such things wherein they can satisfie themselves, they are willing,
Here they Are not stiff, nor refractory, but for peace sake, & in order to the gaining upon the hearts of Others, they Are willing, with the Apostle, 1 Cor. 9. 20. To become all things to all men, in such things wherein they can satisfy themselves, they Are willing,
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as far as may be, to gratifie the minds of others.
as Far as may be, to gratify the minds of Others.
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But for the Substantials of Religion, the matters of Faith, the matters of Righteousness and Holiness, the worshipping of God in Spirit and Truth, according to his own Ordinances and Institutions,
But for the Substantials of Religion, the matters of Faith, the matters of Righteousness and Holiness, the worshipping of God in Spirit and Truth, according to his own Ordinances and Institutions,
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or any thing else of the same import with these; here they are resolved, whatever come upon them, on become of them, not to relinq•ish,
or any thing Else of the same import with these; Here they Are resolved, whatever come upon them, on become of them, not to relinq•ish,
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or be drawn aside from them, by any solicitations whatsoever; they must obey God, rather than men;
or be drawn aside from them, by any solicitations whatsoever; they must obey God, rather than men;
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they must follow God, though therein they forsake ▪ and provoke all the world:
they must follow God, though therein they forsake ▪ and provoke all the world:
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In matters which God hath left to their liberty, they are willing to use their liberty, according as it may be behooveful for the Gospel.
In matters which God hath left to their liberty, they Are willing to use their liberty, according as it may be behooveful for the Gospel.
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In matters that concern their personal interest, as men, they list not, they ought not to be contentious;
In matters that concern their personal Interest, as men, they list not, they ought not to be contentious;
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spare them but the liberty to keep a good conscience, give them leave to fear God, and worship God;
spare them but the liberty to keep a good conscience, give them leave to Fear God, and worship God;
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give th•• leave to be holy and righteous, and to walk before the Lord in their integrity;
give th•• leave to be holy and righteous, and to walk before the Lord in their integrity;
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and for any thing else, you may perswade them to it with ease:
and for any thing Else, you may persuade them to it with ease:
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But, if you entice them away from their God, or impose upon them, to the prejudice of a good conscience, you were as good spare you labour, speak no more to them in such matters, they are at a point, God they will follow, a good Conscience they will maintain whatever come on them, to the end of their days.
But, if you entice them away from their God, or impose upon them, to the prejudice of a good conscience, you were as good spare you labour, speak no more to them in such matters, they Are At a point, God they will follow, a good Conscience they will maintain whatever come on them, to the end of their days.
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Thus I have given you a description of the Scripture-Precisians, which is summarily this;
Thus I have given you a description of the Scripture-Precisians, which is summarily this;
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They are the same with sincere Goly men, men fearing God, who are in•••dly renewed after the Image of God, who are adventurers for another world;
They Are the same with sincere Goli men, men fearing God, who Are in•••dly renewed After the Image of God, who Are adventurers for Another world;
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are gotten into the way of life, and are walking on carefully & heedfully in that way, who•e aim and endeavour is to live;
Are got into the Way of life, and Are walking on carefully & heedfully in that Way, who•e aim and endeavour is to live;
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not according to the wills & lusts of men, but according to the Word and Will of God;
not according to the wills & Lustiest of men, but according to the Word and Will of God;
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not according to honour and fancy, but according to conscience.
not according to honour and fancy, but according to conscience.
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A people that will neither make the way to Heaven narrower than 'tis, by being scrupulous and nice, where God hath given them liberty;
A people that will neither make the Way to Heaven narrower than it's, by being scrupulous and Nicaenae, where God hath given them liberty;
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nor will make it broader than 'tis, by taking up looser principles, or allowing themselves in loose Practices.
nor will make it Broader than it's, by taking up looser principles, or allowing themselves in lose Practices.
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A People that dare not adventu••• their souls upon that easie, formal ▪ careless, outward way of Religion, that the most do,
A People that Dare not adventu••• their Souls upon that easy, formal ▪ careless, outward Way of Religion, that the most do,
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but are willing to make sure work, by walking to the exactness of their Rule, and living up to the height of their Principles;
but Are willing to make sure work, by walking to the exactness of their Rule, and living up to the height of their Principles;
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and who in this holy course, are stedfast & unmoveable, will neither be bribed off by the Flatteries,
and who in this holy course, Are steadfast & Unmovable, will neither be bribed off by the Flatteries,
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nor beaten off, by the Frowns of the world, but will retain their integrity, hold fast their holy Profession,
nor beaten off, by the Frowns of the world, but will retain their integrity, hold fast their holy Profession,
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and hold on in their holy course, and this to the death.
and hold on in their holy course, and this to the death.
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Concerning these men, I shall now prove, •nd make evident to the Consciences of all impartial Petsons, in the second place, That they are no fools, but truly Wise men.
Concerning these men, I shall now prove, •nd make evident to the Consciences of all impartial Persons, in the second place, That they Are no Fools, but truly Wise men.
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In order hereto, I must first discover what's meant by Fools;
In order hereto, I must First discover what's meant by Fools;
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A Fool is a man void of understanding (we are not now discoursing of natural Fools,
A Fool is a man void of understanding (we Are not now discoursing of natural Fools,
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but of those that are such upon a moral account) a man void of true wisdom. Wisdom is of Two sorts:
but of those that Are such upon a moral account) a man void of true Wisdom. Wisdom is of Two sorts:
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1. Fleshly Wisdom, a Carnal Policy;
1. Fleshly Wisdom, a Carnal Policy;
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which consists in an understanding where the interest of the fleshlies, & in the ordering & managing of our selves,
which consists in an understanding where the Interest of the fleshlies, & in the ordering & managing of our selves,
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and our affairs so, that we may adva•• and secure this interest.
and our affairs so, that we may adva•• and secure this Interest.
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By the interest of the flesh, I mean, all those things which please and g•atifie the flesh,
By the Interest of the Flesh, I mean, all those things which please and g•atifie the Flesh,
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and wherewith the fleshly •inds of men are most delighted, and place their content & happiness in,
and wherewith the fleshly •inds of men Are most delighted, and place their content & happiness in,
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as outward peace and quiet, outward ease & security, outward ple••• & prosperity, outward credit and reputation;
as outward peace and quiet, outward ease & security, outward ple••• & Prosperity, outward credit and reputation;
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he that can order his affairs, and steer his course, so as will most advance,
he that can order his affairs, and steer his course, so as will most advance,
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and best secure these his outward concernments, that which way soever the world go, he may live in peace,
and best secure these his outward concernments, that which Way soever the world go, he may live in peace,
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and quiet, & credit, and plenty, and pleasure, this is a fleshly wise man.
and quiet, & credit, and plenty, and pleasure, this is a fleshly wise man.
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Concerning this wisdom, the question is not, in this it will easily be granted, That the chilren of this world are wiser in their generation,
Concerning this Wisdom, the question is not, in this it will Easily be granted, That the children of this world Are Wiser in their generation,
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than the children of light, can make a better shift to live in the world, to keep themselves whole in all changes and casualties, the Apostle disclaims this wisdom, 1 Cor. 1. 12 ▪ we had our conversation in the world, not in fleshly wisdom, but in the Grace of God,
than the children of Light, can make a better shift to live in the world, to keep themselves Whole in all changes and casualties, the Apostle disclaims this Wisdom, 1 Cor. 1. 12 ▪ we had our Conversation in the world, not in fleshly Wisdom, but in the Grace of God,
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and in simplicity and godly sincerity. and in simplicity and godly sincerity.
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2. Spiritual wisdome, which consists, 1. in the understanding, where our main interest lies, which is not in things temporal, meat,
2. Spiritual Wisdom, which consists, 1. in the understanding, where our main Interest lies, which is not in things temporal, meat,
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& drink, and cloaths, & money, and house ▪ &. lands, and pleasures, and honours;
& drink, and clothes, & money, and house ▪ &. Lands, and pleasures, and honours;
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but in things Spiritual, in the love & favour of God, in a good Conscience, in Righteousness ▪ Peace,
but in things Spiritual, in the love & favour of God, in a good Conscience, in Righteousness ▪ Peace,
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and joy in the Holy Ghost;
and joy in the Holy Ghost;
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and in things eternal, in that Glory, Honour, and Immortality, which shall be given of God. 2. In ordering our selves and waies so,
and in things Eternal, in that Glory, Honour, and Immortality, which shall be given of God. 2. In ordering our selves and ways so,
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as to make the best provision for securing of this our great & eternal interest, that whatever miscarriages there may be in things of lower value and least durance, that wherein our eternal happiness stands, may be secured to us;
as to make the best provision for securing of this our great & Eternal Interest, that whatever miscarriages there may be in things of lower valve and least durance, that wherein our Eternal happiness Stands, may be secured to us;
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this is called in Scripture, The wisdome which is from above, wisdome to Salvation; and this is the only true Wisdome.
this is called in Scripture, The Wisdom which is from above, Wisdom to Salvation; and this is the only true Wisdom.
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God hath made and will make all fleshly wisdom appear to be folly;
God hath made and will make all fleshly Wisdom appear to be folly;
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concerning this true Wisdom, this Spiritual Wisdom it is, that I shall now make good, That circumspect precise Christians are no fools,
Concerning this true Wisdom, this Spiritual Wisdom it is, that I shall now make good, That circumspect precise Christians Are no Fools,
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but the only wise men, and that from these Reasons: 1. God accounts them no fools. 2. They will not be counted fools at last,
but the only wise men, and that from these Reasons: 1. God accounts them not Fools. 2. They will not be counted Fools At last,
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neither by God nor men. 3. The properties of wise men are found in them. 4. The Treasures of Wisdom are found with them.
neither by God nor men. 3. The properties of wise men Are found in them. 4. The Treasures of Wisdom Are found with them.
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Reas. 1. Cod counts them no fools;Reas. 1. Cod counts them not Fools;
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they are no fools upon a true account, whom the world counts fools, but they only are such whom God counts fools;
they Are no Fools upon a true account, whom the world counts Fools, but they only Are such whom God counts Fools;
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as the Apostle, 2 Cor. 10. Not he that commends himself is approved, but he whom the Lord commends;
as the Apostle, 2 Cor. 10. Not he that commends himself is approved, but he whom the Lord commends;
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so not he that condemneth himself, or is condemned of men for folly or simplicity is disapproved; but whom God condemneth.
so not he that Condemneth himself, or is condemned of men for folly or simplicity is disapproved; but whom God Condemneth.
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Beloved, whose judgment will, you take? will you stand to the judgment of God in this case? His judgement we have plain, Job. 28. 28. Ʋnto man he said, the fear of the Lord, this is wisdom;
beloved, whose judgement will, you take? will you stand to the judgement of God in this case? His judgement we have plain, Job. 28. 28. Ʋnto man he said, the Fear of the Lord, this is Wisdom;
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and to depart from evil, this is understanding, Ps. 211. 10. The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdo•;
and to depart from evil, this is understanding, Ps. 211. 10. The Fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdo•;
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a good understanding have all they that do his Commandments. The [ beginning ] of wisdom, that notes, either, 1. The entrance of Wisdom;a good understanding have all they that do his commandments. The [ beginning ] of Wisdom, that notes, either, 1. The Entrance of Wisdom;
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men never begin to be wise till they come to be godly. Look how long thou hast lived a stranger from God, in a carnal unconverted state,
men never begin to be wise till they come to be godly. Look how long thou hast lived a stranger from God, in a carnal unconverted state,
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so long thou livedst a fool;
so long thou livedest a fool;
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thou never camest near the theshold of true wisdom till thou learnedst the fear of the Lord.
thou never camest near the theshold of true Wisdom till thou Learnedest the Fear of the Lord.
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When the repenting Prodigal came to his Father, he came to himself, his understanding returned to him;
When the repenting Prodigal Come to his Father, he Come to himself, his understanding returned to him;
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he was besides himself before, but then he came to himself. 2. The top or height of Wisdom;
he was beside himself before, but then he Come to himself. 2. The top or height of Wisdom;
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Caput sapientiae, the word signifies a godly man, for t•ue wisdom is the head, and not the tail;Caput sapientiae, the word signifies a godly man, for t•ue Wisdom is the head, and not the tail;
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excellent wisdom is found in him.
excellent Wisdom is found in him.
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In these, and multitud•s of other Scriptures, you have the judgment of God concerning these men.
In these, and multitud•s of other Scriptures, you have the judgement of God Concerning these men.
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God is infinite in wisdom, and knows all things and persons what they are, and God is true,
God is infinite in Wisdom, and knows all things and Persons what they Are, and God is true,
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and all things, and persons are certainly what he sayes they are.
and all things, and Persons Are Certainly what he Says they Are.
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Are you wiser than he? Will you belieive your own conceits and apprehensions before the word of the All-wise and true God? Either you must make sinners fools, or God a lyar.
are you Wiser than he? Will you belieive your own conceits and apprehensions before the word of the Alwise and true God? Either you must make Sinners Fools, or God a liar.
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Reas. 2. They will be accounted no so••ls at last, neither by God nor men: They only are to be accounted fools now, that will be accounted such at last;Reas. 2. They will be accounted no so••ls At last, neither by God nor men: They only Are to be accounted Fools now, that will be accounted such At last;
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at present mens eyes are blinded, they cannot discern, betwixt light and darkness, betwixt wisdom and folly,
At present men's eyes Are blinded, they cannot discern, betwixt Light and darkness, betwixt Wisdom and folly,
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and so are subject to great mistakes, but at last mens eyes shall be opened, this blind world shall then see,
and so Are Subject to great mistakes, but At last men's eyes shall be opened, this blind world shall then see,
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and look upon all the wayes and transactions of men here below, and all the various states and conditions of the several sorts of persons to the world, with another eye than now they do.
and look upon all the ways and transactions of men Here below, and all the various states and conditions of the several sorts of Persons to the world, with Another eye than now they do.
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When the designs and wayes, and actions of men shall be brought to their issue,
When the designs and ways, and actions of men shall be brought to their issue,
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when all vizards shall be pulled off, and all faces and hearts shall be made bare and naked,
when all vizards shall be pulled off, and all faces and hearts shall be made bore and naked,
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and open, then every one will see who have behaved themselves •isely, and who have plaid the fool, 1 Cor. 3. 13. Every mans work shall be made manifest, and thereby every man shall be made manifest, the day shall declare them:
and open, then every one will see who have behaved themselves •isely, and who have played the fool, 1 Cor. 3. 13. Every men work shall be made manifest, and thereby every man shall be made manifest, the day shall declare them:
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If you ask, what day? I answer, •he last day, when every man shall have ▪ finished his work, the day of Judgment, which is both a day of tryal,
If you ask, what day? I answer, •he last day, when every man shall have ▪ finished his work, the day of Judgement, which is both a day of trial,
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when all shall be proved and examined what they are, and a day of recompence, when every man shall be rewarded according to his work.
when all shall be proved and examined what they Are, and a day of recompense, when every man shall be rewarded according to his work.
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Let this now determine the question;
Let this now determine the question;
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let those persons, who will be by both God and Men, by good men and evil men, accounted fools at that day, let them be accounted fools now,
let those Persons, who will be by both God and Men, by good men and evil men, accounted Fools At that day, let them be accounted Fools now,
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and let those men be accounted wise now, whom God and all the world will acount such in that day of tryal.
and let those men be accounted wise now, whom God and all the world will account such in that day of trial.
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Now the world are divided in their judgments, some think Christians fools, others think them wise,
Now the world Are divided in their Judgments, Some think Christians Fools, Others think them wise,
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but at last all the world shall be agreed, and of one minde, and those that shall be judged fools then, by the common judgement of all, let them pass for such now.
but At last all the world shall be agreed, and of one mind, and those that shall be judged Fools then, by the Common judgement of all, let them pass for such now.
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But you will say, what is this to the satisfying our present judgment? how can we tell now, who shall then be accounted wise or fools? I answer, besides that the VVord is before you, which is the law by which that judgment must proceed, from which you may easily learn what Mens judgements shall be;
But you will say, what is this to the satisfying our present judgement? how can we tell now, who shall then be accounted wise or Fools? I answer, beside that the Word is before you, which is the law by which that judgement must proceed, from which you may Easily Learn what Men's Judgments shall be;
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besides this, let every man appeal to his own conscience.
beside this, let every man appeal to his own conscience.
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Here are two sorts of persons in the world, one sort are such as own God in the world,
Here Are two sorts of Persons in the world, one sort Are such as own God in the world,
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and follow God, and follow the Scripture, and ▪ withdraw themselves from the loose and vain wayes of the wicked, spending much of their time in praying,
and follow God, and follow the Scripture, and ▪ withdraw themselves from the lose and vain ways of the wicked, spending much of their time in praying,
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and hearing, and meditating of God, exercising themselves in holy watchfulness over their h••rts and all their wayes; labouring in all things;
and hearing, and meditating of God, exercising themselves in holy watchfulness over their h••rts and all their ways; labouring in all things;
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that both here and hereafter they may be accepted and approved of God.
that both Here and hereafter they may be accepted and approved of God.
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The other sort live at their ease and their pleasu••, minde their Farms, and Oxen, and bellies;
The other sort live At their ease and their pleasu••, mind their Farms, and Oxen, and bellies;
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hope they shall do well enough here-after, but do not much trouble themselves, nor take any care or pains about it.
hope they shall do well enough hereafter, but do not much trouble themselves, nor take any care or pains about it.
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Let every man ask his own heart• thus, Which of these two sorts do I think in my conscience will be found fools,
Let every man ask his own heart• thus, Which of these two sorts do I think in my conscience will be found Fools,
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and which wise in the day of Judgment? Beloved, will you speak your consciences in this thing? if it were put to your choice amongst which of these two sorts you would be found,
and which wise in the day of Judgement? beloved, will you speak your Consciences in this thing? if it were put to your choice among which of these two sorts you would be found,
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and take your portion at last;
and take your portion At last;
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what choice do you think you should make, whether would you be found amongst those that spend their dayes in ignorance,
what choice do you think you should make, whither would you be found among those that spend their days in ignorance,
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or those that seek after the knowledge of God? amonst those that labour and strive to make sure the love and favour of God,
or those that seek After the knowledge of God? amongst those that labour and strive to make sure the love and favour of God,
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or amongst those that take no care about it, but leave it at uncertainties? Amongst the vain or the serious, the diligent or the sloathful, the heavenly minded or the earthly minded? Dare any of you say, let my soul stand amongst the drunkards,
or among those that take no care about it, but leave it At uncertainties? among the vain or the serious, the diligent or the slothful, the heavenly minded or the earthly minded? Dare any of you say, let my soul stand among the drunkards,
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and gluttons, and gallants, and good-fellows;
and gluttons, and gallants, and good-fellows;
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among the covetous and proud, and loose, and careless ones of the earth? Among the formalists, the mockers and scoffers at the pure wayes of the Lord:
among the covetous and proud, and lose, and careless ones of the earth? Among the formalists, the mockers and scoffers At the pure ways of the Lord:
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let my portion be with them, my place be with them; let my sentence be according to their sentence:
let my portion be with them, my place be with them; let my sentence be according to their sentence:
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If you dare not make this your choice or desire, to be found amongst such at that day, you thereby may perceive what the verdict of your own conscience is in this case;
If you Dare not make this your choice or desire, to be found among such At that day, you thereby may perceive what the verdict of your own conscience is in this case;
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whatever you say of them now, your conscience tells you, that these will be found the only fools in that day,
whatever you say of them now, your conscience tells you, that these will be found the only Fools in that day,
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and those only wise, amongst whom you would choose to stand. Reas. 3. The properties of wise men are found in them.
and those only wise, among whom you would choose to stand. Reas. 3. The properties of wise men Are found in them.
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I shall instance but in two. 1. They understand themselves a right. 2. They build sure.
I shall instance but in two. 1. They understand themselves a right. 2. They built sure.
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1. They understand themselves aright, for, 1. They understand wherein their interest lies;
1. They understand themselves aright, for, 1. They understand wherein their Interest lies;
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we say of a wise Man, the is a Man that understand• himself, that understands what he hath to do Christians are men of understanding, they understand what that one thing is for which they live, in the pursuit and security whereof,
we say of a wise Man, the is a Man that understand• himself, that understands what he hath to do Christians Are men of understanding, they understand what that one thing is for which they live, in the pursuit and security whereof,
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if they prosper, they know they shall be happy, whatever else they miscarry in, and upon their miscarriage, wherein they know they are undone whatever else they prosper in;
if they prosper, they know they shall be happy, whatever Else they miscarry in, and upon their miscarriage, wherein they know they Are undone whatever Else they prosper in;
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they know there is but one thing needful, and that that one thing is their eternal interest, the blessedness to come, the happiness of the other world, the obtaining and enjoying of God;
they know there is but one thing needful, and that that one thing is their Eternal Interest, the blessedness to come, the happiness of the other world, the obtaining and enjoying of God;
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for the portion of their Souls; be thou mine, and I have what I look for, either in Heaven or Earth.
for the portion of their Souls; be thou mine, and I have what I look for, either in Heaven or Earth.
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Psal. 73. 25. Whom have I in Heaven but thee? and in Earth there is none that I desire in comparison of thee. Psalm 73. 25. Whom have I in Heaven but thee? and in Earth there is none that I desire in comparison of thee.
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Psal. 4. 6. There be many that say, who will shew us any good? Lord lift thou up the light of thy countenance upon us.
Psalm 4. 6. There be many that say, who will show us any good? Lord lift thou up the Light of thy countenance upon us.
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Psal. 27. 4. One thing have I desired. Phil. 3. 13. This one thing I do.
Psalm 27. 4. One thing have I desired. Philip 3. 13. This one thing I do.
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Christians have but one thing wherein they are concerned, God is all they have to regard, this one thing they have in their eyes, they see before them where their happiness lies;
Christians have but one thing wherein they Are concerned, God is all they have to regard, this one thing they have in their eyes, they see before them where their happiness lies;
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and they are able to say, Whom have I? or what have I but thee? This one thing is in their hearts;
and they Are able to say, Whom have I? or what have I but thee? This one thing is in their hearts;
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one thing have I desired, That I may dwell in the House of the Lord for ever;
one thing have I desired, That I may dwell in the House of the Lord for ever;
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and this one thing is in their hand too, the work and the business they mind to carry o•.
and this one thing is in their hand too, the work and the business they mind to carry o•.
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This one thing I do, forgetting that which is behind, and reaching forth to that which is before; This one thing I do, forgetting that which is behind, and reaching forth to that which is before;
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I press to the mark, for the price of the •high calling of God in Christ Jesus. I press to the mark, for the price of the •high calling of God in christ jesus.
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Sinners, you that take your selves to be so wise, you are a company of poor mistaken Creatures, mistaken in your interest, you are in the world, you know not for what, you know not what you have to do here, you are those men, upon whom God is said, Psal. 14. To look down from Heaven, to see if there were any among them that did understand and seek God. (That did understand ) that is, that knew that their great business they had here to do,
Sinners, you that take your selves to be so wise, you Are a company of poor mistaken Creatures, mistaken in your Interest, you Are in the world, you know not for what, you know not what you have to do Here, you Are those men, upon whom God is said, Psalm 14. To look down from Heaven, to see if there were any among them that did understand and seek God. (That did understand) that is, that knew that their great business they had Here to do,
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and their only happiness which they had to seek, lay in God, and that thereupon applyed themselves to the seeking of God;
and their only happiness which they had to seek, lay in God, and that thereupon applied themselves to the seeking of God;
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but behold, they were all out of the way, there were none amongst them that understand this, that this was their great concernment,
but behold, they were all out of the Way, there were none among them that understand this, that this was their great concernment,
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and thereupon they were all out of the way, quite off from that work that they were sent hither about? it is no wonder you shoot so wide, when you mistake your mark:
and thereupon they were all out of the Way, quite off from that work that they were sent hither about? it is no wonder you shoot so wide, when you mistake your mark:
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it is no wonder you do you know not what, when you know not what you should do:
it is no wonder you do you know not what, when you know not what you should do:
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Is this the work you came into the World for, to Eat, and Drink, and Sleep,
Is this the work you Come into the World for, to Eat, and Drink, and Sleep,
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and Buy, and Sell, and Marry, and bring forth Children, and load your selves and them with burthens of thick Clay;
and Buy, and Fell, and Marry, and bring forth Children, and load your selves and them with burdens of thick Clay;
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to Sport, and Play, and Riot, and Laugh, and spend your dayes in meer Vanity and Foolery;
to Sport, and Play, and Riot, and Laugh, and spend your days in mere Vanity and Foolery;
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are there no higher things than these, which God hath set before you, and more worthy your choice and labour? Have you no Souls to mind that are of an immortal being? and are there not lasting Riches, abiding Pleasures,
Are there no higher things than these, which God hath Set before you, and more worthy your choice and labour? Have you no Souls to mind that Are of an immortal being? and Are there not lasting Riches, abiding Pleasures,
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an enduring substance that may be had, that must be had for these souls of yours t• •ive upon,
an enduring substance that may be had, that must be had for these Souls of yours t• •ive upon,
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or else they will be eternally miserab••? and do you no• understand that your souls are of more value than your perishing Carkasses;
or Else they will be eternally miserab••? and do you no• understand that your Souls Are of more valve than your perishing Carcases;
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and that the making provision for your souls, is of far higher consequence than the pampering of your bodies? Will the loss of your souls be recompenced by all your bodily pleasures and plenty? VVill not the saving your souls, ballance and make amends for any losses, crosses, miscarriages in your fleshly interest? If you do not understand this,
and that the making provision for your Souls, is of Far higher consequence than the pampering of your bodies? Will the loss of your Souls be recompensed by all your bodily pleasures and plenty? VVill not the Saving your Souls, balance and make amends for any losses, Crosses, miscarriages in your fleshly Interest? If you do not understand this,
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yet do not judge them fools that do.
yet do not judge them Fools that do.
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2. They understand their way, Prov. 14. 8. The wisdom of the prudent, is to understand his way.
2. They understand their Way, Curae 14. 8. The Wisdom of the prudent, is to understand his Way.
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The wisdom of a Merchant lies, not only in his skill, to choose and deal in the right and richest commodities, which will bring in the greatest, and most certain gain;
The Wisdom of a Merchant lies, not only in his skill, to choose and deal in the right and Richest commodities, which will bring in the greatest, and most certain gain;
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but in his understanding the mystery of his Trade, whereby he may upon the best and surest terms, procure these commodities, to know the best way of dealing and traffiquing for them:
but in his understanding the mystery of his Trade, whereby he may upon the best and Surest terms, procure these commodities, to know the best Way of dealing and trafficking for them:
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Christians, by their being acquainted with the Scriptures, and having been trained up in the School of Christ, are come to understand their Trade, the mystery of godliness;
Christians, by their being acquainted with the Scriptures, and having been trained up in the School of christ, Are come to understand their Trade, the mystery of godliness;
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they have not only learn'd to prize the salvation of God, and the glory and blessedness of the world to come,
they have not only learned to prize the salvation of God, and the glory and blessedness of the world to come,
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but are well acquainted with the way that leads to it:
but Are well acquainted with the Way that leads to it:
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Carnal men are ignorant of the way, though they understand in general, that Religion is the way to salvation,
Carnal men Are ignorant of the Way, though they understand in general, that Religion is the Way to salvation,
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yet poor miserable creatures, they mistake their Religion;
yet poor miserable creatures, they mistake their Religion;
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any little smatterings of the knowledge of God, with some profession of Faith and Repentance, especially if it be joyned with some little outward devotion,
any little smatterings of the knowledge of God, with Some profession of Faith and Repentance, especially if it be joined with Some little outward devotion,
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now and then calling upon God for mercy;
now and then calling upon God for mercy;
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this they count Religion enough to bring them to Heaven, and any thing that's more than this, they think it more than needs;
this they count Religion enough to bring them to Heaven, and any thing that's more than this, they think it more than needs;
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these are the fools indeed, if we may believe the Scripture, Jer. 5. 4. Surely they are p•or, they are foolish, they know not the way of the Lord.
these Are the Fools indeed, if we may believe the Scripture, Jer. 5. 4. Surely they Are p•or, they Are foolish, they know not the Way of the Lord.
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Sinners are wise enough in their own wayes;
Sinners Are wise enough in their own ways;
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the way of sin they know, the way of lying, and oppression, and unrighteousness, the way to health,
the Way of since they know, the Way of lying, and oppression, and unrighteousness, the Way to health,
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and honour, and temporal preferments, they sufficiently know, they have studied and travelled these ways, and are well acquainted with them;
and honour, and temporal preferments, they sufficiently know, they have studied and traveled these ways, and Are well acquainted with them;
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but all this while they are foolish Children, surely they are foolish, they know not the way of the Lord.
but all this while they Are foolish Children, surely they Are foolish, they know not the Way of the Lord.
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Christians are wise, and herein their wisdom stands, they know the way of the Lord; they have a light without them, shewing to them this good way;
Christians Are wise, and herein their Wisdom Stands, they know the Way of the Lord; they have a Light without them, showing to them this good Way;
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they have a voice behind them telling them, this is the way, walk in it; they have made it their business, to enquire and study, and travel this way;
they have a voice behind them telling them, this is the Way, walk in it; they have made it their business, to inquire and study, and travel this Way;
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surely these are wise, they know the way of the Lord, they know their way to heaven;
surely these Are wise, they know the Way of the Lord, they know their Way to heaven;
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if they know not the way to be rich in this world, yet they know the way to be rich towards God;
if they know not the Way to be rich in this world, yet they know the Way to be rich towards God;
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if they know not how to live honourably in the World, yet they know how to live honestly;
if they know not how to live honourably in the World, yet they know how to live honestly;
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if they know not how to please men, yet they know how to please God;
if they know not how to please men, yet they know how to please God;
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if they cannot keep a fair correspondence with the World, yet they know how to keep a good conscience in the World;
if they cannot keep a fair correspondence with the World, yet they know how to keep a good conscience in the World;
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if they know not how to escape Trouble and Affliction, they know how to suffer it;
if they know not how to escape Trouble and Affliction, they know how to suffer it;
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if they know not how to escape the wrath of men, yet they know how to escape the wrath to come;
if they know not how to escape the wrath of men, yet they know how to escape the wrath to come;
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if this be wisdom, to be skilled in the matters of Religion and Righteousness, in the matters of faith and a good conscience, to have found out the way of life, by which, to escape from hell beneath,
if this be Wisdom, to be skilled in the matters of Religion and Righteousness, in the matters of faith and a good conscience, to have found out the Way of life, by which, to escape from hell beneath,
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then these godly men, are wise men; surely they are wise, they know the way of the Lord.
then these godly men, Are wise men; surely they Are wise, they know the Way of the Lord.
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Object. But you will say, Why may not we be in the right way as well as they? Why may not our way of Religion be as good a way,Object. But you will say, Why may not we be in the right Way as well as they? Why may not our Way of Religion be as good a Way,
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and as wise a way, and as safe a way as theirs?
and as wise a Way, and as safe a Way as theirs?
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Sol. Will you make use of your Reasons? if you will, you shall answer this Objection your selves;Sol. Will you make use of your Reasons? if you will, you shall answer this Objection your selves;
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their Religion and yours, are not two wayes of Religion, but as to the principles of it, are but one and the same;
their Religion and yours, Are not two ways of Religion, but as to the principles of it, Are but one and the same;
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the difference betwixt you and them, is this, you take up a little part of that Religion which you both profess,
the difference betwixt you and them, is this, you take up a little part of that Religion which you both profess,
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and you will have but a little to do with that little of Religion which you do take up;
and you will have but a little to do with that little of Religion which you do take up;
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you little mind or study, or are exercised in that which you count your Religion;
you little mind or study, or Are exercised in that which you count your Religion;
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these precise ones, take up the whole of Religion, and they give themselves wholly to the study and practice of it;
these precise ones, take up the Whole of Religion, and they give themselves wholly to the study and practice of it;
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they make it their business to search the Scripture, that they may understand the will and way of the Lord,
they make it their business to search the Scripture, that they may understand the will and Way of the Lord,
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and to govern their hearts, and order their lives in all things according to it;
and to govern their hearts, and order their lives in all things according to it;
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So that now, if you will answer two easie questions, you shall thereby, be able your selves to answer the Objection;
So that now, if you will answer two easy questions, you shall thereby, be able your selves to answer the Objection;
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the first question is, Who are most like to be in the right? either these who endeavour to practise all that they profess,
the First question is, Who Are most like to be in the right? either these who endeavour to practise all that they profess,
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or those, who though they profess the truth, do practise scarce any thing of it;
or those, who though they profess the truth, do practise scarce any thing of it;
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but a small part of it, and that the lower, and less considerable part of it, the bare outside of it: but a small part of it, and that the lower, and less considerable part of it, the bore outside of it:
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This is no hard question, I hope you'l acknowledge to be resolved; and the second question shall be as easie;
This is no hard question, I hope You'll acknowledge to be resolved; and the second question shall be as easy;
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Who is like to be in the right, the diligent Christian, that makes it his business to study his Religion, Who is like to be in the right, the diligent Christian, that makes it his business to study his Religion,
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or the careless Christian, that seldom spends a serious thought about it? Answer but these two questions,or the careless Christian, that seldom spends a serious Thought about it? Answer but these two questions,
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and then your selves will be able to give a reason, why it's more like they should be in the right than you.
and then your selves will be able to give a reason, why it's more like they should be in the right than you.
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Brethren, shew your selves men, here are a company of poor creatures of you, who have spent your time in ignorance and idleness,
Brothers, show your selves men, Here Are a company of poor creatures of you, who have spent your time in ignorance and idleness,
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as to the matters of God and your souls, who little meddle with that of Religion, which your selves say you must do if you will be saved;
as to the matters of God and your Souls, who little meddle with that of Religion, which your selves say you must do if you will be saved;
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you say you must believe, you must repent of your sins, you must pray to God for forgiveness,
you say you must believe, you must Repent of your Sins, you must pray to God for forgiveness,
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and yet what great strangers are many of you from these things? it may be if you consider it, you have often gon whole daies and weeks together,
and yet what great Strangers Are many of you from these things? it may be if you Consider it, you have often gone Whole days and weeks together,
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and have scarcely ever prayed, no not so much as after your own fashion, nor scarce had any thoughts of Repentance, or asking God forgivenesse;
and have scarcely ever prayed, no not so much as After your own fashion, nor scarce had any thoughts of Repentance, or asking God forgiveness;
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you eat, and drink, and go forth, and come in, and lie down, and •ise up,
you eat, and drink, and go forth, and come in, and lie down, and •ise up,
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and never so much as look up to God for his mercy and blessings;
and never so much as look up to God for his mercy and blessings;
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these others in the mean while, make praying, and reading, and hearing, and minding God and their Souls,
these Others in the mean while, make praying, and reading, and hearing, and minding God and their Souls,
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and eternal state, their daily study and businesse;
and Eternal state, their daily study and business;
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now, what an unreasonable thing is it to imagin, that those who so little meddle with any Religion,
now, what an unreasonable thing is it to imagine, that those who so little meddle with any Religion,
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or any thing of Religion, should be as like to understand it, as those that make it their daily work.
or any thing of Religion, should be as like to understand it, as those that make it their daily work.
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Oh beloved, how can you be confident you are in the right, when you never seriously enquire, whether you be or no:
O Beloved, how can you be confident you Are in the right, when you never seriously inquire, whither you be or not:
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and how can you think you have any wisdom in you, when you trust a matter of such weight and importance upon a meer presumption;
and how can you think you have any Wisdom in you, when you trust a matter of such weight and importance upon a mere presumption;
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you are strongly conceited that you are as wise as others, and in as good a case,
you Are strongly conceited that you Are as wise as Others, and in as good a case,
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and in as good a way, an• upon this conceit you venture your souls.
and in as good a Way, an• upon this conceit you venture your Souls.
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Friends you are a sad wonder to me, and I do so much wonder, that men should think, that carelesness is as good as diligence; licentiousness, as good a• strictness;
Friends you Are a sad wonder to me, and I do so much wonder, that men should think, that carelessness is as good as diligence; licentiousness, as good a• strictness;
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that, that loose, and blind, and easi• way which men take up, is as good,
that, that lose, and blind, and easi• Way which men take up, is as good,
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and as sure• nay, a better, and more certain way of life, tha• the strict and industrious way of the dispise• Saints;
and as sure• nay, a better, and more certain Way of life, tha• the strict and Industria Way of the dispise• Saints;
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that I very much wonder, how men tha• believe, and know any thing of the Scriptures, can make themseves to think, that, that sottish, dull, lifelesse way, which they satisfie themselves in, can give any of them the least hopes of salvation.
that I very much wonder, how men tha• believe, and know any thing of the Scriptures, can make themseves to think, that, that sottish, dull, Lifeless Way, which they satisfy themselves in, can give any of them the least hope's of salvation.
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2. They build sure, so that whosoever or whatsoever falls, they stand sure for ever.
2. They built sure, so that whosoever or whatsoever falls, they stand sure for ever.
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They are those wise bullders of whom Christ speaks, Mat. 7. 24. Whosoever heareth these sayings of mine,
They Are those wise bullders of whom christ speaks, Mathew 7. 24. Whosoever hears these sayings of mine,
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and doth them, I will liken him to a wise man, which built his house upon a Rock,
and does them, I will liken him to a wise man, which built his house upon a Rock,
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and the rain descended, and the floods come, and the winds blew, and beat upon that house, and it fell not. and the rain descended, and the floods come, and the winds blew, and beatrice upon that house, and it fell not.
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Psal. 26. 12. My food standeth in an even place. All other persons and parties stand upon slippery places, and have but an uncertain standing.
Psalm 26. 12. My food Stands in an even place. All other Persons and parties stand upon slippery places, and have but an uncertain standing.
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When they are in the height of all their glory and confidence, they are often gon in a moment. A Christian stands sure;
When they Are in the height of all their glory and confidence, they Are often gone in a moment. A Christian Stands sure;
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which way ever the wheel of Providence moves, it moves in favour of the upright; he is still uppermost, when he is undermost;
which Way ever the wheel of Providence moves, it moves in favour of the upright; he is still uppermost, when he is undermost;
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he hath the better, when he hath the worst;
he hath the better, when he hath the worst;
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all the vicissitudes and returns of Prosperity and affliction, do make no change upon him as to the main;
all the vicissitudes and returns of Prosperity and affliction, do make no change upon him as to the main;
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he is as happy under all his outward losses, as in his greatest gains;
he is as happy under all his outward losses, as in his greatest gains;
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he's as honourable under the greatest contempt that's poured out upon him, as under the highest humane applause:
he's as honourable under the greatest contempt that's poured out upon him, as under the highest humane applause:
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he's as safe in the greatest dangers, as when there is no danger appearing;
he's as safe in the greatest dangers, as when there is no danger appearing;
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he's built upon that Rock, whence the greatest winds and waves can never beat him down:
he's built upon that Rock, whence the greatest winds and waves can never beatrice him down:
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he's built upon the foundation of the Prophets and Apostles, Ephes. 2. 20. He hath Religion, Righteousness, Innocency,
he's built upon the Foundation of the prophets and Apostles, Ephesians 2. 20. He hath Religion, Righteousness, Innocency,
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yea, the Truth and Strength of the Almighty God to uphold him: if ever a Christian falls, Christ must fall with him;
yea, the Truth and Strength of the Almighty God to uphold him: if ever a Christian falls, christ must fallen with him;
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if ever a Christian falls, the Scripture must fall with him:
if ever a Christian falls, the Scripture must fallen with him:
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That Word, concerning which Christ hath said, Matth. 24. 35. Heaven and Earth shall pass away,
That Word, Concerning which christ hath said, Matthew 24. 35. Heaven and Earth shall pass away,
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but my Word shall not pass away. He shall never be disappointed of his hopes, unless faithfulness can disappoint:but my Word shall not pass away. He shall never be disappointed of his hope's, unless faithfulness can disappoint:
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he shall never be deceived, till Truth becomes a lye: he shall never wholly be overcome, unless Almightiness become weakness.
he shall never be deceived, till Truth becomes a lie: he shall never wholly be overcome, unless Almightiness become weakness.
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The carnal world built all their hopes and comforts on the sand, on the wisdom of the flesh, on the riches, strength,
The carnal world built all their hope's and comforts on the sand, on the Wisdom of the Flesh, on the riches, strength,
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and multitude of their partakers, on the successes of their carnal counsels:
and multitude of their partakers, on the Successes of their carnal Counsels:
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they bottom their very souls upon meer facies, and presumptions, upon that wood, hay, and stubbble, the Doctrines, Inventions, and Traditions of men;
they bottom their very Souls upon mere fancies, and presumptions, upon that wood, hay, and stubbble, the Doctrines, Inventions, and Traditions of men;
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nay they have their foundation in the dirt and mire, they strengthen themselves in their wickedness.
nay they have their Foundation in the dirt and mire, they strengthen themselves in their wickedness.
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If iniquity be able to support them, if Unrighteousness be able to exalt them, if Unrighteousness can secure them, they have something to lean upon;
If iniquity be able to support them, if Unrighteousness be able to exalt them, if Unrighteousness can secure them, they have something to lean upon;
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but if Righteousness be it that must carry it, if a good conscience, simplicity and godly sincerity;
but if Righteousness be it that must carry it, if a good conscience, simplicity and godly sincerity;
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if the favour and faithfulness of God, an interest in Christ, be the only sure refuge,
if the favour and faithfulness of God, an Interest in christ, be the only sure refuge,
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then where are the generation of the ungodly? When they are in the height of all their glory, 'tis but one turn of the wheel,
then where Are the generation of the ungodly? When they Are in the height of all their glory, it's but one turn of the wheel,
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and they are thrown off their legs, their hopes and their joys vanish, and all their thoughts perish.
and they Are thrown off their legs, their hope's and their Joys vanish, and all their thoughts perish.
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If God and Christ, and Scriptures, and Conscience be of any Consistency, Christians have enough. If unrighteousness and wickedness should carry it in this world, never so clearly and constantly;
If God and christ, and Scriptures, and Conscience be of any Consistency, Christians have enough. If unrighteousness and wickedness should carry it in this world, never so clearly and constantly;
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yet if righteousness and holiness will but carry it in the world to come, Christians are safe enough.
yet if righteousness and holiness will but carry it in the world to come, Christians Are safe enough.
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Carnal men, who build their hopes on this earth, when the earth is shaken, their hopes are shaken, their hearts are shaken,
Carnal men, who built their hope's on this earth, when the earth is shaken, their hope's Are shaken, their hearts Are shaken,
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and they are even at their wits ends.
and they Are even At their wits ends.
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But saith the Psalmist, Psal. 112. 7, 8. The heart of the righteous shall be established, he shall not be afraid of any evil tydings;
But Says the Psalmist, Psalm 112. 7, 8. The heart of the righteous shall be established, he shall not be afraid of any evil tidings;
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his heart is fixed, trusting in the Lord, Psal. 46. 2, 3. Therefore we will not fear,
his heart is fixed, trusting in the Lord, Psalm 46. 2, 3. Therefore we will not Fear,
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though the earth be removed, and the mountains be carried into the Sea, though the waters thereof roar and be troubled,
though the earth be removed, and the Mountains be carried into the Sea, though the waters thereof roar and be troubled,
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though the mountains shake with the swelling thereof. though the Mountains shake with the swelling thereof.
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Though all the earth should be in an uproar, though the whole world should be turned topsie turvy,
Though all the earth should be in an uproar, though the Whole world should be turned topsy turvy,
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yet we will not fear, though the mountains shake, yet our hearts shall not shake. Are they not wise men, that are gotten into such a case?
yet we will not Fear, though the Mountains shake, yet our hearts shall not shake. are they not wise men, that Are got into such a case?
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Reaf. 4. The treasures of wisdom are found with them.Reaf. 4. The treasures of Wisdom Are found with them.
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You will yet, it may be, be ready to say, What have they gotten by their Wisdom? Where is the Income and Revenue, that all their wisdom hath brought them in? If you were to give us an account of their losings, you might easily bring in a long Bill;
You will yet, it may be, be ready to say, What have they got by their Wisdom? Where is the Income and Revenue, that all their Wisdom hath brought them in? If you were to give us an account of their losings, you might Easily bring in a long Bill;
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some of them have had so little wit, as to lose all they have;
Some of them have had so little wit, as to loose all they have;
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but, will you take your Bill, and write down their gains? Why, if you will hearken to me a while, I will shew you what they have gained: They have gotten great treasure;
but, will you take your Bill, and write down their gains? Why, if you will harken to me a while, I will show you what they have gained: They have got great treasure;
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as poor as any of them seem to be, they are the richest men in the world. Particularly.
as poor as any of them seem to be, they Are the Richest men in the world. Particularly.
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1. They have gotten the Pearl, Christ is theirs, they are those Merchants, Mat. 13. which have •ought goodly Pearls, and they have found the Pearl of greatest price, Cant. 2. 6. My beloved is mine, that Corner stone which is laid in Sion, which is a precious stone, 1 Pet. 1. he is theirs, that Pearl which is the price of Souls, the Ransom that was paid for them, which is the food of Souls, their bread and water, th• living bread, the water of life, of which who so eateth and drinketh, shall live for ever:
1. They have got the Pearl, christ is theirs, they Are those Merchant's, Mathew 13. which have •ought goodly Pearls, and they have found the Pearl of greatest price, Cant 2. 6. My Beloved is mine, that Corner stone which is laid in Sion, which is a precious stone, 1 Pet. 1. he is theirs, that Pearl which is the price of Souls, the Ransom that was paid for them, which is the food of Souls, their bred and water, th• living bred, the water of life, of which who so Eateth and Drinketh, shall live for ever:
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He is theirs, God hath given them him whom they have sought, Isa. 9. 6. To us a Child is born, to us a Son is given:
He is theirs, God hath given them him whom they have sought, Isaiah 9. 6. To us a Child is born, to us a Son is given:
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He is become their own, and they call him their own. ( My Lord and my God ) said Thomas. My Saviour, said Mary. This is the richest of treasures, that comprehends all treasures in it;
He is become their own, and they call him their own. (My Lord and my God) said Thomas. My Saviour, said Marry. This is the Richest of treasures, that comprehends all treasures in it;
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this will supply all their necessities, make up all their losses; they want nothing that have Christ to be theirs.
this will supply all their necessities, make up all their losses; they want nothing that have christ to be theirs.
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Other men have riches, and I have none (saith the Saint) I, but Christ is mine:
Other men have riches, and I have none (Says the Saint) I, but christ is mine:
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Other men have Friends in the world, and I have none, Oh! but I have Christ to be my friend:
Other men have Friends in the world, and I have none, Oh! but I have christ to be my friend:
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Other men live at ease, in their pleasures, but it is not so with me, but Christ is mine, and I find rest and pleasure enough in him.
Other men live At ease, in their pleasures, but it is not so with me, but christ is mine, and I find rest and pleasure enough in him.
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When I look upon the pomp, and the glory, and gallantry of the World, I must say, These are none of mine;
When I look upon the pomp, and the glory, and gallantry of the World, I must say, These Are none of mine;
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when I look upon the rich fields, the pleasant Vallies, the fruitful Hills, the Oxen and the Sheep, the Gold and the Silver of the Earth, I must say, These are none of mine;
when I look upon the rich fields, the pleasant Valleys, the fruitful Hills, the Oxen and the Sheep, the Gold and the Silver of the Earth, I must say, These Are none of mine;
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but yet the Pearl is mine, and that is all things to me.
but yet the Pearl is mine, and that is all things to me.
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2. They have gotten the Whtie Stone, the stone of absolution, R••. 2. 7. I will give him the White Stone, which is a Token of absolution:
2. They have got the Whtie Stone, the stone of absolution, R••. 2. 7. I will give him the White Stone, which is a Token of absolution:
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It was a custom among the Heathens, to absolve Persons by giving them a White Stone,
It was a custom among the heathens, to absolve Persons by giving them a White Stone,
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and to condemn by giving a black Stone. Rom. 5. 10. We have received the Atonement;
and to condemn by giving a black Stone. Rom. 5. 10. We have received the Atonement;
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God is reconciled, our sins are forgiven, our Souls are absolved from those black Bills of Inditement which were laid in against us;
God is reconciled, our Sins Are forgiven, our Souls Are absolved from those black Bills of Indictment which were laid in against us;
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we have received the Signal of this Atonement, the holy Dove, •he Spirit of the Lord in our hearts;
we have received the Signal of this Atonement, the holy Dove, •he Spirit of the Lord in our hearts;
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and the sence of this Atonement hence arising, the peace of God possesseth our hearts;
and the sense of this Atonement hence arising, the peace of God Possesses our hearts;
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we taste and see what it is to be at peace with God, in those smiles from his face, in those dawnings of the light of his countenance,
we taste and see what it is to be At peace with God, in those smiles from his face, in those dawnings of the Light of his countenance,
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and the shedding abroad his Love in our hearts.
and the shedding abroad his Love in our hearts.
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Sinners, whilst you carry with you every one his black stone, his sentence of condemnation, the earnest of eternal vengeance, these have their white stones, the marks of their absolution,
Sinners, while you carry with you every one his black stone, his sentence of condemnation, the earnest of Eternal vengeance, these have their white stones, the marks of their absolution,
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and the earnests of their eternal blessedness.
and the earnests of their Eternal blessedness.
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When ye look on their naked backs, their hungry bellies, the cold lodgings, that are the lot of many of them, you will say,
When you look on their naked backs, their hungry bellies, the cold lodgings, that Are the lot of many of them, you will say,
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surely these are a poor and foolish People;
surely these Are a poor and foolish People;
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but see that precious stone they carry with them wherever they are, there you may behold their Riches and wisdom,
but see that precious stone they carry with them wherever they Are, there you may behold their Riches and Wisdom,
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when you consider your own fulness and braveries, your dainties and delicates, your ornaments and jewels, your possessions and honours, you are transported with pride and jollity,
when you Consider your own fullness and Braveries, your dainties and delicates, your Ornament and Jewels, your possessions and honours, you Are transported with pride and jollity,
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and have almost forgot that you are men;
and have almost forgotten that you Are men;
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but what signifies that black stone in thy breast, that guilt thou carriest in thy Conscience? Consider Sinners, what is it to have God your enemy, wrath your portion, the curse cleaving to your possessions, your sentence of death written in your hearts,
but what signifies that black stone in thy breast, that guilt thou carriest in thy Conscience? Consider Sinners, what is it to have God your enemy, wrath your portion, the curse cleaving to your possessions, your sentence of death written in your hearts,
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and upon your consciences, and then you will think those men have gotten something, that have gotten their absolution from all this.
and upon your Consciences, and then you will think those men have got something, that have got their absolution from all this.
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3. The white Robe, or the Sanctification.
3. The white Robe, or the Sanctification.
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Holinesse is not only imposed on Christians as their duty, but bestowed on them as their priviledge:
Holiness is not only imposed on Christians as their duty, but bestowed on them as their privilege:
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Therefore the Lord promises to his people as their encouragement to suffer affliction, Heb. 12. 10. That thereby they shall be made partakers of his holiness:
Therefore the Lord promises to his people as their encouragement to suffer affliction, Hebrew 12. 10. That thereby they shall be made partakers of his holiness:
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This is the precious Treasure of the Saints, Mat. 12. 35. A good man out of the good Treasure of his heart bringeth forth good things:
This is the precious Treasure of the Saints, Mathew 12. 35. A good man out of the good Treasure of his heart brings forth good things:
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A good man, though he hath no treasure 〈 ◊ 〉 his house, nothing in his purse, nothing in the field,
A good man, though he hath no treasure 〈 ◊ 〉 his house, nothing in his purse, nothing in the field,
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yet he hath a good treasure in his heart, a treasure of wisdom and knowledge, a treasure of grace and holinesse, a treasure of faith and patience,
yet he hath a good treasure in his heart, a treasure of Wisdom and knowledge, a treasure of grace and holiness, a treasure of faith and patience,
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and humility and mercy, and this is a rich treasure.
and humility and mercy, and this is a rich treasure.
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'Tis the rich in faith, rich in grace and holinesse, that is a rich man indeed;
It's the rich in faith, rich in grace and holiness, that is a rich man indeed;
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a heart full of grace is a better treasure than a house full of gold;
a heart full of grace is a better treasure than a house full of gold;
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as much as strong men glory in their strength, as much as wise men glory in their wisdom,
as much as strong men glory in their strength, as much as wise men glory in their Wisdom,
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as much as great men glory in their greatness, one grain of grace is more worth than all:
as much as great men glory in their greatness, one grain of grace is more worth than all:
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As much as holiness is dispised and trampled upon by the men of this world, it is of greater value than mountains of gold and silver.
As much as holiness is despised and trampled upon by the men of this world, it is of greater valve than Mountains of gold and silver.
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Holiness is the health of the Soul, the soundnesse of the Spirit, Health is a poor mans portion, look what sickness is to the body, that is sin to the Soul, the disease of it;
Holiness is the health of the Soul, the soundness of the Spirit, Health is a poor men portion, look what sickness is to the body, that is since to the Soul, the disease of it;
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sinful souls are sickly souls, and as it is with sickly bodies, so it is with sinful souls, they are neither fit fo• employments,
sinful Souls Are sickly Souls, and as it is with sickly bodies, so it is with sinful Souls, they Are neither fit fo• employments,
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nor •ap•ble of any considerable enjoyment:
nor •ap•ble of any considerable enjoyment:
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A sick man can do little service, and ca• take little comfort in any thing he hath;
A sick man can do little service, and ca• take little Comfort in any thing he hath;
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sinfu• souls are good for nothing, and can take comfor• in nothing that is good:
sinfu• Souls Are good for nothing, and can take comfor• in nothing that is good:
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Holiness is the health of our Souls, Sanctification is the restitution of the Soul, with all its faculties, to their rectitud• and soundness:
Holiness is the health of our Souls, Sanctification is the restitution of the Soul, with all its faculties, to their rectitud• and soundness:
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By Holiness the soul is, 1. Made fit for service, and that is a great blessing:
By Holiness the soul is, 1. Made fit for service, and that is a great blessing:
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Wha• a misery is it to be an useless unprofitable lump• good for nothing;
Wha• a misery is it to be an useless unprofitable lump• good for nothing;
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to be serviceable, and that 〈 ◊ 〉 such high and noble ends, as the honouring the Name, the carrying on the Designs, the shewing• forth the Vertues of the E••nal God;
to be serviceable, and that 〈 ◊ 〉 such high and noble ends, as the honouring the Name, the carrying on the Designs, the shewing• forth the Virtues of the E••nal God;
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what a• blessed thing is it? 2. The •oul by Holiness i• made capable of enjoying the Lord,
what a• blessed thing is it? 2. The •oul by Holiness i• made capable of enjoying the Lord,
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and all the gifts of God;
and all the Gifts of God;
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What is the reason that Christians, under a decay of grace, and overgrown with corruption, can take comfort in nothing? Tell them of the promises of the Gospel, of the priviledges of the Gospel, of the Joyes,
What is the reason that Christians, under a decay of grace, and overgrown with corruption, can take Comfort in nothing? Tell them of the promises of the Gospel, of the privileges of the Gospel, of the Joys,
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and Hopes and Glory to come, they can take no pleasure, they can find no sweetness in it;
and Hope's and Glory to come, they can take no pleasure, they can find no sweetness in it;
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Promises do not affect them, priviledges do not affect them, future hopes and expectations do not affect them:
Promises do not affect them, privileges do not affect them, future hope's and Expectations do not affect them:
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What is the reason of this? Oh! their souls are sick, and cannot taste, or relish any thing that is good:
What is the reason of this? Oh! their Souls Are sick, and cannot taste, or relish any thing that is good:
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by how much more healthy men are, by so much more delight they can take in their business, by so much more comfort they can take in their friends, by so much the more pleasure they can take in their meat and drink,
by how much more healthy men Are, by so much more delight they can take in their business, by so much more Comfort they can take in their Friends, by so much the more pleasure they can take in their meat and drink,
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or any thing else that they enjoy:
or any thing Else that they enjoy:
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And so it is with a healthy soul, by how much the more holiness, by so much the more sweetness:
And so it is with a healthy soul, by how much the more holiness, by so much the more sweetness:
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Duties are sweet, Ordinances are sweet, Promises are sweet, the Society of the Saints is sweet, the Meditations of God are sweet:
Duties Are sweet, Ordinances Are sweet, Promises Are sweet, the Society of the Saints is sweet, the Meditations of God Are sweet:
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They can truly be said to enjoy their friends, to enjoy the Promises and Ordinances, to enjoy their very Duties, to enjoy God in all they have or do, whose souls are in such an holy healthful state.
They can truly be said to enjoy their Friends, to enjoy the Promises and Ordinances, to enjoy their very Duties, to enjoy God in all they have or do, whose Souls Are in such an holy healthful state.
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This is another of the •reasures of wisdom which the Saints have gotten, they have gotten Holiness.
This is Another of the •reasures of Wisdom which the Saints have got, they have got Holiness.
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4. The Adoption, Rom. 9. 4. Who are Israelites, whose is the Adoption.
4. The Adoption, Rom. 9. 4. Who Are Israelites, whose is the Adoption.
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There is a twofold Israelite, an Israelite after the flesh, such were the natural children and posterity of Abraham; and an Israelite after the Spirit, such are all believers, the childre• •f the faith of Abraham; and according to this distinction of Israelites, there is a twofold Adoption, outward and visible, which pertain to the natural seed;
There is a twofold Israelite, an Israelite After the Flesh, such were the natural children and posterity of Abraham; and an Israelite After the Spirit, such Are all believers, the childre• •f the faith of Abraham; and according to this distinction of Israelites, there is a twofold Adoption, outward and visible, which pertain to the natural seed;
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inward and invisible, which is the peculiar priviledge of the spiritual Seed, all the children of the faith of Abraham. The Adoption comprehends in it, 1. The grace of Adoption, whereby the Lord hath given us the relation of Children,inward and invisible, which is the peculiar privilege of the spiritual Seed, all the children of the faith of Abraham. The Adoption comprehends in it, 1. The grace of Adoption, whereby the Lord hath given us the Relation of Children,
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and a right to all those priviledges and blessings that flow from that relation, Job. 1. 12. To as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the Sons of God. 2. The Spirit of Adoption, Gal. 4. 6. And because you are Sons, God hath sent forth the Spirit of his Son into your hearts, crying, Abba, Father:
and a right to all those privileges and blessings that flow from that Relation, Job. 1. 12. To as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the Sons of God. 2. The Spirit of Adoption, Gal. 4. 6. And Because you Are Sons, God hath sent forth the Spirit of his Son into your hearts, crying, Abba, Father:
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This Spirit is called the spirit of Adoption, not only because it works in us the disposition,
This Spirit is called the Spirit of Adoption, not only Because it works in us the disposition,
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and dutiful affections of Sons, but especially because it witnesses our Sonship, Rom. 8. 15, 16. Ye have received the Spirit of Adoption, whereby we cry, Abba, Father;
and dutiful affections of Sons, but especially Because it Witnesses our Sonship, Rom. 8. 15, 16. You have received the Spirit of Adoption, whereby we cry, Abba, Father;
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the Spirit it self beareth witness with our spirit; that we are the children of God: the Spirit it self bears witness with our Spirit; that we Are the children of God:
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The Spirit evidences and witnesses our Sonship, and thereby enables us to cry, Abba, Father, that is, to call God Father;
The Spirit evidences and Witnesses our Sonship, and thereby enables us to cry, Abba, Father, that is, to call God Father;
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Gives us the boldness and confidence of children, to come to him on all occasions; to make 〈 ◊ 〉 complaints to Him, to make known our wants, our fears, and our dangers to him;
Gives us the boldness and confidence of children, to come to him on all occasions; to make 〈 ◊ 〉 complaints to Him, to make known our Wants, our fears, and our dangers to him;
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to make our requests to him, to depend on him for provision, for protection; to put in for a childs portion, for a share in his riches;
to make our requests to him, to depend on him for provision, for protection; to put in for a child's portion, for a share in his riches;
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to lay claim to, and to lay hold upon the inheritance of Sons;
to lay claim to, and to lay hold upon the inheritance of Sons;
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to cast our care upon him, and to quiet and comfort our selves in the sufficiency of our Father.
to cast our care upon him, and to quiet and Comfort our selves in the sufficiency of our Father.
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I have nothing, saith the child, but from hand to mouth, but my Father hath enough;
I have nothing, Says the child, but from hand to Mouth, but my Father hath enough;
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〈 … 〉 a blessed and glorious priviledge that Christians have obtained, to be the sons and daughters of the Lord Almighty, 1 Job. 3. 1. Behold what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the Sons of God.
〈 … 〉 a blessed and glorious privilege that Christians have obtained, to be the Sons and daughters of the Lord Almighty, 1 Job. 3. 1. Behold what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the Sons of God.
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Seemeth it a small thing unto you, said David, to be the Son in Law of a King? Why, what King was it? It was one that was none of the best,Seems it a small thing unto you, said David, to be the Son in Law of a King? Why, what King was it? It was one that was none of the best,
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and yet he was a King, and that was a great thing, for such a poor man as David was, to be Son in Law to a King:
and yet he was a King, and that was a great thing, for such a poor man as David was, to be Son in Law to a King:
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But what is it to be Sons and Heirs to the King of Glory? The Lord sayes to all his Sons as the Father of the Prodigal said to his eldest Son, Luke 15. 31. Son thou art ever with me, all that I have is thine:
But what is it to be Sons and Heirs to the King of Glory? The Lord Says to all his Sons as the Father of the Prodigal said to his eldest Son, Lycia 15. 31. Son thou art ever with me, all that I have is thine:
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Son, Daughter, (saith the Lord) thou shalt be ever with me, all that I have in Heaven and Earth, all is thine, Mat. 5. Blessed are the Peace-makers: why so, they are the Children of God: Son, Daughter, (Says the Lord) thou shalt be ever with me, all that I have in Heaven and Earth, all is thine, Mathew 5. Blessed Are the Peacemakers: why so, they Are the Children of God:
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Gods children are blessed Children, not one of them shall go without their Fathers blessing:
God's children Are blessed Children, not one of them shall go without their Father's blessing:
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The Lord hath not only, as Isaac, a blessing for one of his Children, but as Jacob, he hath a blessing for every child? If thou be Gods child, God,
The Lord hath not only, as Isaac, a blessing for one of his Children, but as Jacob, he hath a blessing for every child? If thou be God's child, God,
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even thy God will give thee his blessing; 5. The Kingdom, Mat. 5. Theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven.
even thy God will give thee his blessing; 5. The Kingdom, Mathew 5. Theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven.
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Luke 12. 32. Fear not little Flock, for it in your Fathers pleasure to give you the Kingdom.
Luke 12. 32. fear not little Flock, for it in your Father's pleasure to give you the Kingdom.
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To whom is the Kingdom given? To the little flock, not to the herds of Swine, the droves of wild Beasts, the prophane multitudes of this Wilde and wicked World,
To whom is the Kingdom given? To the little flock, not to the herds of Swine, the droves of wild Beasts, the profane Multitudes of this Wild and wicked World,
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but to the little Flock of Christ, those few that he hath called out of the World, who follow him, theirs is the Kingdom:
but to the little Flock of christ, those few that he hath called out of the World, who follow him, theirs is the Kingdom:
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What Kingdom? Why, the Kingdom of Heaven, a Kingdom of Glory, a Kingdom of Righteousness, a Kingdom of Peace, a Kingdom of joy and blessedness, the everlasting Kingdom:
What Kingdom? Why, the Kingdom of Heaven, a Kingdom of Glory, a Kingdom of Righteousness, a Kingdom of Peace, a Kingdom of joy and blessedness, the everlasting Kingdom:
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And here we are fallen upon that heighth, and depth, and length, and breadth, which cannot be fathomed or measured;
And Here we Are fallen upon that height, and depth, and length, and breadth, which cannot be fathomed or measured;
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here is the wisdom of Christians, they have gotten the birth-right and the blessing, the Sonship and the inheritance, theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven;
Here is the Wisdom of Christians, they have got the birthright and the blessing, the Sonship and the inheritance, theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven;
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here is the faith and patience, and hope, and prayers, and sufferings, and labours of the Saints, the riches of their faith, the fruit of their patience, the matter of their hope, the return of their prayers, the reward of their sufferings, the end of their labours, the everlasting Kingdom.
Here is the faith and patience, and hope, and Prayers, and sufferings, and labours of the Saints, the riches of their faith, the fruit of their patience, the matter of their hope, the return of their Prayers, the reward of their sufferings, the end of their labours, the everlasting Kingdom.
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Now judge, upon all this which hath been said, whom will ye account the wise men;
Now judge, upon all this which hath been said, whom will you account the wise men;
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shall those be accounted wise, whom the world, or those whom God accounts such? Shall those pass for fools now, who will be found wise at last? Are those the wise men, who never understood what they had to do here,
shall those be accounted wise, whom the world, or those whom God accounts such? Shall those pass for Fools now, who will be found wise At last? are those the wise men, who never understood what they had to do Here,
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and so never minded nor he•ded that necessary work for which they were sent into the World? Are our Infants and Children, that mind nothing else but their play,
and so never minded nor he•ded that necessary work for which they were sent into the World? are our Infants and Children, that mind nothing Else but their play,
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and their meat, and their cloaths, are those the wise ones of the World? Are they the Wise Builders, who have laid their foundation on the Sand? When the Winds,
and their meat, and their clothes, Are those the wise ones of the World? are they the Wise Builders, who have laid their Foundation on the Sand? When the Winds,
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and the floods, and the waves have broken down, and blown away all that you have been Building:
and the floods, and the waves have broken down, and blown away all that you have been Building:
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will You then boast of Your Wisdom? You that count your selves such Wise Men,
will You then boast of Your Wisdom? You that count your selves such Wise Men,
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and demand what the Saints have gotten, tell us, what you have gotten by all your Wisdom? The Saints have something to shew for themselves, as Witnesses of their prudence.
and demand what the Saints have got, tell us, what you have got by all your Wisdom? The Saints have something to show for themselves, as Witnesses of their prudence.
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Christ the hidden Manna, that living bread, that they have laid up for themselves against a time of need, that peace which they have gotten to support them in a time of trouble;
christ the hidden Manna, that living bred, that they have laid up for themselves against a time of need, that peace which they have got to support them in a time of trouble;
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these are some things to shew they have not foolishly lost their time;
these Are Some things to show they have not foolishly lost their time;
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every grace that they have gotten, every comfort that they have treasured up, there is something more to shew, every dead lust pleads for them;
every grace that they have got, every Comfort that they have treasured up, there is something more to show, every dead lust pleads for them;
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Sampson 's dead Lyon was not a greater proof of his strength, than Christians dead lusts are of their Wisdom;Sampson is dead lion was not a greater proof of his strength, than Christians dead Lustiest Are of their Wisdom;
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they have gotten the birth-right and the blessing, who was the wiser of the two, Esau that sold the birth-right,
they have got the birthright and the blessing, who was the Wiser of the two, Esau that sold the birthright,
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and lost the blessing, or Jacob that got both? they have gotten the Kingdom too, theirs is the Kingdom of heaven;
and lost the blessing, or Jacob that god both? they have got the Kingdom too, theirs is the Kingdom of heaven;
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whilst others have been dividing the spoyles here below, scrambling for shadowes and fancies, sharing the Dominions and Dignities,
while Others have been dividing the spoils Here below, scrambling for shadows and fancies, sharing the Dominions and Dignities,
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and Preferments, and Pleasures of this world amongst them;
and Preferments, and Pleasures of this world among them;
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these have been laying up in store for themselves a good foundation against the time to come;
these have been laying up in store for themselves a good Foundation against the time to come;
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doth this speak them such a foolish company as you would make them? Have they made such a wise choice,
does this speak them such a foolish company as you would make them? Have they made such a wise choice,
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and taken such a wise course, and yet must they go for fools? Is this your serious and sober judgment? Do you in earnest think, that in that change which the Gospel hath made upon them, they are changed for the worse? that in the choice which they have made of God, rather than the world, of Christ, in stead of their lusts, of things eternal,
and taken such a wise course, and yet must they go for Fools? Is this your serious and Sobrium judgement? Do you in earnest think, that in that change which the Gospel hath made upon them, they Are changed for the Worse? that in the choice which they have made of God, rather than the world, of christ, in stead of their Lustiest, of things Eternal,
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before things temporal, that they have herein chosen to their loss? Is this your thought, will you write down this as your judgment,
before things temporal, that they have herein chosen to their loss? Is this your Thought, will you write down this as your judgement,
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and put your hand to it, and be content that this writing should be produced at the last Judgment,
and put your hand to it, and be content that this writing should be produced At the last Judgement,
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as the Test by which you will be tryed, whether you are wise or foolish? Are you Christians,
as the Test by which you will be tried, whither you Are wise or foolish? are you Christians,
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and do you believe the Scriptures, and are you not yet ashamed that any such thoughts should come into your hearts? Will you say, The Devil is the best Master,
and do you believe the Scriptures, and Are you not yet ashamed that any such thoughts should come into your hearts? Will you say, The devil is the best Master,
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and he's a fool that will not be his servant, but Christ is an •ard Master,
and he's a fool that will not be his servant, but christ is an •ard Master,
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and none that's wise will venture after him? Will you say, that Moses was a fool, in refusing to be called the son of Pharoah's Daughter, choosing rather to suffer affliction with the people of God,
and none that's wise will venture After him? Will you say, that Moses was a fool, in refusing to be called the son of pharaoh's Daughter, choosing rather to suffer affliction with the people of God,
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than to enjoy the pleasures of sin form season, that the Apostles, and the Disciples were fools, that Peter, and Paul, and John, and James were fools;
than to enjoy the pleasures of since from season, that the Apostles, and the Disciples were Fools, that Peter, and Paul, and John, and James were Fools;
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with the rest of those holy Men and Women, who denied themselves, took up their Cross and followed Christ,
with the rest of those holy Men and Women, who denied themselves, took up their Cross and followed christ,
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and that the Scribes and Pharisees, and Publicans, and Harlots, and Drunkards, and Gluttons, that made a mock and a scorn of him and them, had more wit than they? Is not this the very thing you say in charging folly upon those, whose aim and desire is to walk in the same steps that those primitive Christians walked in before them? Is this your Christianity? Is this your reason and Religion,
and that the Scribes and Pharisees, and Publicans, and Harlots, and Drunkards, and Gluttons, that made a mock and a scorn of him and them, had more wit than they? Is not this the very thing you say in charging folly upon those, whose aim and desire is to walk in the same steps that those primitive Christians walked in before them? Is this your Christianity? Is this your reason and Religion,
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and honesty? speak out your hearts in plain termes. No man would hearken to Christ, unless he were a fool:
and honesty? speak out your hearts in plain terms. No man would harken to christ, unless he were a fool:
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no man would be holy, unless he were a fool: no man would leave his lusts and his pleasures, and his liberties, and his vanities,
no man would be holy, unless he were a fool: no man would leave his Lustiest and his pleasures, and his Liberties, and his vanities,
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unless he had first lost his wits: Or, at least, no wise man would take up more of Christianity, than the name,
unless he had First lost his wits: Or, At least, no wise man would take up more of Christianity, than the name,
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and the shell, and the shadow:
and the shell, and the shadow:
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none but a fool would make sure work for his soul, would go through with Christ and Christianity, would be an inward, hearty, resolved, universal, sincere Christian.
none but a fool would make sure work for his soul, would go through with christ and Christianity, would be an inward, hearty, resolved, universal, sincere Christian.
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Would any wise man put it out of doubt, that Christ is his, put it out of doubt, that his soul is safe, that he's passed from death to life,
Would any wise man put it out of doubt, that christ is his, put it out of doubt, that his soul is safe, that he's passed from death to life,
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and shall never come ••to condemnation? What do your bruitish hearts and wayes speak less,
and shall never come ••to condemnation? What do your brutish hearts and ways speak less,
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or rather than this? Sinners, is this all the wisdom or honesty you have,
or rather than this? Sinners, is this all the Wisdom or honesty you have,
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thus to speak or think? If it be, Be it known unto you all, that these foolish Saints have more wit,
thus to speak or think? If it be, Be it known unto you all, that these foolish Saints have more wit,
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than to count the reproaches of such bruitish spirits, to be any disparagement to them or their profession,
than to count the Reproaches of such brutish spirits, to be any disparagement to them or their profession,
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and therefore if you will, mock on, and go on, to admire your selves and the oaks which you have chosen,
and Therefore if you will, mock on, and go on, to admire your selves and the oaks which you have chosen,
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and the gardens which you have desired, whilst you despise these and their wayes;
and the gardens which you have desired, while you despise these and their ways;
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but however, whilst they have this assurance, that God doth not count them what you call them, that [ You ] will not call them at last, what you call them now; you must give them leave (though they think never so meanly of themselves) yet, still to have the same high thoughts of their God, of their Gospel ▪ of that holy profession and way that they have chosen.
but however, while they have this assurance, that God does not count them what you call them, that [ You ] will not call them At last, what you call them now; you must give them leave (though they think never so meanly of themselves) yet, still to have the same high thoughts of their God, of their Gospel ▪ of that holy profession and Way that they have chosen.
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Ʋse 1. Let the ungodly World hence learn to have a better opinion of these men, and to forbear reproaching them;Ʋse 1. Let the ungodly World hence Learn to have a better opinion of these men, and to forbear reproaching them;
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think with your selves upon what hath been said: These men may be wiser than we are aware of, they may be honest men;
think with your selves upon what hath been said: These men may be Wiser than we Are aware of, they may be honest men;
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we may be mistaken, these may be the Israel of God, those Nathaniels of whom Christ saith, Joh. 1. 47. Behold an Israelite indeed, in whom there is no guile;
we may be mistaken, these may be the Israel of God, those nathaniel's of whom christ Says, John 1. 47. Behold an Israelite indeed, in whom there is no guile;
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these may be the little Flock, on whom it is the Fathers pleasure to bestow the Kingdom;
these may be the little Flock, on whom it is the Father's pleasure to bestow the Kingdom;
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these may be those lit•le ones, whom whosoever offends, it were better that a milstone were hanged about his neck and he were cast into the midst of the Sea:
these may be those lit•le ones, whom whosoever offends, it were better that a millstone were hanged about his neck and he were cast into the midst of the Sea:
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And what if they should be so? In what case are you then, that have reproached and persecuted them? but I must be bold to tell, there's no May be, in the matter.
And what if they should be so? In what case Are you then, that have reproached and persecuted them? but I must be bold to tell, there's no May be, in the matter.
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I question not, but if you would impartially weigh what hath been spoken, and what shall yet farther be spoken, you will see, that if God hath any people in the world, these are they;
I question not, but if you would impartially weigh what hath been spoken, and what shall yet farther be spoken, you will see, that if God hath any people in the world, these Are they;
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and therefore my advice is, that you refrain from these men, and let them alone, lest, if you do go on, you be sound fighters against God.
and Therefore my Advice is, that you refrain from these men, and let them alone, lest, if you do go on, you be found fighters against God.
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Obj. But where be there any such? There be some that make a fair shew,Object But where be there any such? There be Some that make a fair show,
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and make specious pretences to the strictness of Religion, but they are hypocrites and deceivers, and these are they that we only speak against.
and make specious pretences to the strictness of Religion, but they Are Hypocrites and deceivers, and these Are they that we only speak against.
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Sol. 1. Let this be granted, That such men as have been described, ( if ) there be any such, are truely wise men;Sol. 1. Let this be granted, That such men as have been described, (if) there be any such, Are truly wise men;
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that men of such Principles, that men of this profession (if) they really be what they profess,
that men of such Principles, that men of this profession (if) they really be what they profess,
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and live according to their principles, that these are men of wisdom; do but grant that godliness is wisdom, and the fear of the Lord is understanding:
and live according to their principles, that these Are men of Wisdom; do but grant that godliness is Wisdom, and the Fear of the Lord is understanding:
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I would that I could bring you thus far, heartily to grant, that godliness hath an excellency in it,
I would that I could bring you thus Far, heartily to grant, that godliness hath an excellency in it,
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and that a life led according to those Principles of godliness, which have been laid before you, is the most excellent life:
and that a life led according to those Principles of godliness, which have been laid before you, is the most excellent life:
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Hence these two things will unavoidably follow, 1. That by how much more exactly and strictly any persons live according to the Principles of godliness, by so much the more have they attained to of true wisdom:
Hence these two things will avoidable follow, 1. That by how much more exactly and strictly any Persons live according to the Principles of godliness, by so much the more have they attained to of true Wisdom:
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If Godliness be our wisdome and excellency, then by how much the more precisely godly any persons are by so much the more wise and excellent;
If Godliness be our Wisdom and excellency, then by how much the more precisely godly any Persons Are by so much the more wise and excellent;
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by how much the more precise a Christian or godly man is, by so much the more he is a Christian or a godly man;
by how much the more precise a Christian or godly man is, by so much the more he is a Christian or a godly man;
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and therefore, let never any man be blam'd for that he is so much, but that he is no more precise. 2. By how much the more loosely any persons live from the Rules of Religion, by how much the more liberty they take to walk after the flesh, by so much the more foolish they are;
and Therefore, let never any man be blamed for that he is so much, but that he is no more precise. 2. By how much the more loosely any Persons live from the Rules of Religion, by how much the more liberty they take to walk After the Flesh, by so much the more foolish they Are;
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and so you may without controversie conclude, that whatever these precise people be, you that are Libertines (to be sure) are fools.
and so you may without controversy conclude, that whatever these precise people be, you that Are Libertines (to be sure) Are Fools.
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2. Are there none such? What, hath God no people in the world? hath the Devil gotten all? God hath a people somewhere,
2. are there none such? What, hath God no people in the world? hath the devil got all? God hath a people somewhere,
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and a peculiar people, whom he hath chosen to salvation, whom he hath redeemed, and called,
and a peculiar people, whom he hath chosen to salvation, whom he hath redeemed, and called,
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and justified, and sanctified, and set apart for himself, from the rest of the world, all are not Israel, all are not Disciples,
and justified, and sanctified, and Set apart for himself, from the rest of the world, all Are not Israel, all Are not Disciples,
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but there are some whom God hath peculiarly set apart to himself, from •he rest of men;
but there Are Some whom God hath peculiarly Set apart to himself, from •he rest of men;
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and where are these to be found, if not among these precise walkers? the peculiar people of God are,
and where Are these to be found, if not among these precise walker's? the peculiar people of God Are,
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as hath been sufficiently proved, an holy people, an hearing people, a praying people, a zealous people, a watchful, gainful, industrious, sober;
as hath been sufficiently proved, an holy people, an hearing people, a praying people, a zealous people, a watchful, gainful, Industria, Sobrium;
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meek, merciful, patient people, and all this in sincerity:
meek, merciful, patient people, and all this in sincerity:
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Now, where shall we look to find out such a people? Must we rake the kennels,
Now, where shall we look to find out such a people? Must we rake the kennels,
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and search the sinks of the earth? Must we seek in the Ale-houses, or Taverns,
and search the sinks of the earth? Must we seek in the Alehouses, or Taverns,
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or Play-houses? Shall we take out the drunkards and riotous, the swearers and lyars, the covetous and oppressors, the vain ones of the earth, the blind People, that bruitish generation that knows not,
or Play-houses? Shall we take out the drunkards and riotous, the swearers and liars, the covetous and Oppressors's, the vain ones of the earth, the blind People, that brutish generation that knows not,
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nor mind not the Lord or his wayes, and say of any of these, surely here they be, these are the people of God;
nor mind not the Lord or his ways, and say of any of these, surely Here they be, these Are the people of God;
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here be the men that are no hypocrites, these are that Royal Priesthohd, that holy Nation, that peculiar people, whom God hath called to shew forth his praise before the world? Sinners,
Here be the men that Are no Hypocrites, these Are that Royal Priesthohd, that holy nation, that peculiar people, whom God hath called to show forth his praise before the world? Sinners,
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if you have so much reason or conscience, as to conclude that none of these are they,
if you have so much reason or conscience, as to conclude that none of these Are they,
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then tell us farther, who, or where they are, or else at last acknowledge, that if God hath a people any where, 'tis amongst those that you have reproached.
then tell us farther, who, or where they Are, or Else At last acknowledge, that if God hath a people any where, it's among those that you have reproached.
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3. If you say, there be hypocrites among them, and these are they that you speak against,
3. If you say, there be Hypocrites among them, and these Are they that you speak against,
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and not gainst those that are upright, let me give you this double advice. 1. Take heed you mistake not the mark:
and not gainst those that Are upright, let me give you this double Advice. 1. Take heed you mistake not the mark:
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do not shoot at Saints indeed, under the name and disguise of hypocrites: do not count that hypocrisie, which God accounts sincerity;
do not shoot At Saints indeed, under the name and disguise of Hypocrites: do not count that hypocrisy, which God accounts sincerity;
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you may be mistaken (as I told you before) and what if you should be mistaken? what if it should prove, not only that the men which you reproach for hypocrites, God should account sincere:
you may be mistaken (as I told you before) and what if you should be mistaken? what if it should prove, not only that the men which you reproach for Hypocrites, God should account sincere:
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but if the very thing which you call their hypocrisie, the Lord counts their excellency, what if it should be so? Then you have shot a fair shot;
but if the very thing which you call their hypocrisy, the Lord counts their excellency, what if it should be so? Then you have shot a fair shot;
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every reproach which you have thus cast out, is as so much dirt which you have thrown into the Face of God,
every reproach which you have thus cast out, is as so much dirt which you have thrown into the Face of God,
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so many darts which you have shot into the Apple of God's Eye:
so many darts which you have shot into the Apple of God's Eye:
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You who are so free in reproaching Professors, take heed that it be not found, that the ground of all your evil language against them,
You who Are so free in reproaching Professors, take heed that it be not found, that the ground of all your evil language against them,
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and evil usage of them, be not for that they are, but for that they are not hypocrites.
and evil usage of them, be not for that they Are, but for that they Are not Hypocrites.
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2. If they be hypocrites, and only such that you speak against, take heed you mistake not your Arrow;
2. If they be Hypocrites, and only such that you speak against, take heed you mistake not your Arrow;
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do not cast that upon them for a reproach, which is good; do not take good names to reproach evil men.
do not cast that upon them for a reproach, which is good; do not take good names to reproach evil men.
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If they be hypocrites any of them, and you know them to be such, call them hypocrites;
If they be Hypocrites any of them, and you know them to be such, call them Hypocrites;
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but do not take the name of Saint, or Precisian, or holy Brother, and put them as marks of disgrace and scorn upon them;
but do not take the name of Saint, or Precisian, or holy Brother, and put them as marks of disgrace and scorn upon them;
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he that calls a Saint hypocrite, reproaches the Christian; he that in scorn calls an hypocrite Saint, or holy Brother, reproaches Christianity it self.
he that calls a Saint hypocrite, Reproaches the Christian; he that in scorn calls an hypocrite Saint, or holy Brother, Reproaches Christianity it self.
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Ʋse 2. But I have yet a greater request unto you then to have a good opinion of these men,Ʋse 2. But I have yet a greater request unto you then to have a good opinion of these men,
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and no longer to reproach them;
and no longer to reproach them;
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my request to you farther is, That you would come in and be of this number.
my request to you farther is, That you would come in and be of this number.
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Some of you it may be, will be ready to reply, he shall have hard work that will perswade me to be a Precisian;
some of you it may be, will be ready to reply, he shall have hard work that will persuade me to be a Precisian;
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and truly, I am afraid so too, if all that the Devil can do, will hinder it;
and truly, I am afraid so too, if all that the devil can do, will hinder it;
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if all that your carnal reason and fleshly lusts can do, if all that your sinful companions can do will hinder it, I shall be sure enough not to prevail with you; yet know, that the motion which I make to you, is from the Lord,
if all that your carnal reason and fleshly Lustiest can do, if all that your sinful Sodales can do will hinder it, I shall be sure enough not to prevail with you; yet know, that the motion which I make to you, is from the Lord,
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and if you deny me, you therein deny him; and if you deny him;
and if you deny me, you therein deny him; and if you deny him;
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you must come upon it, there's another day coming when he will deny you; You say, you will not be perswaded,you must come upon it, there's Another day coming when he will deny you; You say, you will not be persuaded,
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but what is it you will not be perswaded to:
but what is it you will not be persuaded to:
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Why, this is it, you will not take the Yoke of Christ upon you, you will not be advis'd, nor be rul'd by him;
Why, this is it, you will not take the Yoke of christ upon you, you will not be advised, nor be ruled by him;
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so as to live as he would have you live, but you will have your liberty still to walk according to your own mind and h••rt;
so as to live as he would have you live, but you will have your liberty still to walk according to your own mind and h••rt;
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that is, you will not be Christians;
that is, you will not be Christians;
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Will you not? Are you in good earnest? Are you content that the Lord should take you at your word,
Will you not? are you in good earnest? are you content that the Lord should take you At your word,
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and for ever give you up to your hearts lust, and let you alone to walk in your own counsels? Are you content from henceforth to give up your hope in Christ? are you content to be damn'd:
and for ever give you up to your hearts lust, and let you alone to walk in your own Counsels? are you content from henceforth to give up your hope in christ? Are you content to be damned:
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Brethren, this is the choice you are put to, either an holy Life, or everlasting Death;
Brothers, this is the choice you Are put to, either an holy Life, or everlasting Death;
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either you must submit to the Yoke of Christ, or you can have no benefit by the Cross of Christ;
either you must submit to the Yoke of christ, or you can have no benefit by the Cross of christ;
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either you must kiss his golden scepter, or be broken in pieces with his Rod of Iron;
either you must kiss his golden sceptre, or be broken in Pieces with his Rod of Iron;
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refuse to follow him in his Kingdom of Grace, and you thereby shut your selves out of the Kingdom of Glory:
refuse to follow him in his Kingdom of Grace, and you thereby shut your selves out of the Kingdom of Glory:
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Whereof, that I may the more effectually convince you, I shall yet farther prove to you, both by Scripture and reason, that this strict and precise way of life, is so undoubtedly and absolutely necessary to salvation, that whosoever doth not thus walk, cannot escape the damnation of hell.
Whereof, that I may the more effectually convince you, I shall yet farther prove to you, both by Scripture and reason, that this strict and precise Way of life, is so undoubtedly and absolutely necessary to salvation, that whosoever does not thus walk, cannot escape the damnation of hell.
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I know carnal men are confident that they shall be saved without so much ado,
I know carnal men Are confident that they shall be saved without so much ado,
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and this is that which hardens them in their sins, their strong conceit that the way is not so strait and narrow as many would make them believe;
and this is that which hardens them in their Sins, their strong conceit that the Way is not so strait and narrow as many would make them believe;
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they doubt not but they have found out a shorter and easier way than this;
they doubt not but they have found out a shorter and Easier Way than this;
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and what is this easier way? Why, 'tis but call upon God for mercy, keep thy Church, do no body any wrong, be no drunkard, no swearer, no adulterer;
and what is this Easier Way? Why, it's but call upon God for mercy, keep thy Church, do no body any wrong, be no drunkard, no swearer, no adulterer;
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or if thou be sometimes overtaken, ask God forgiveness, cry God mercy, and then hope well, never despair of Gods mercy, fear not, thou shalt be safe enough. or if thou be sometime overtaken, ask God forgiveness, cry God mercy, and then hope well, never despair of God's mercy, Fear not, thou shalt be safe enough.
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Now I shall make it plain to you, that this loose and easie way of Religion, will certainly leave every soul that goes no further, to perish everlastingly;
Now I shall make it plain to you, that this lose and easy Way of Religion, will Certainly leave every soul that Goes no further, to perish everlastingly;
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and that this strict holy life, which hath been described, is indispensably necessary to salvation. Beloved, the matter I am upon is weighty, a mistake in your Religion is mortal,
and that this strict holy life, which hath been described, is indispensably necessary to salvation. beloved, the matter I am upon is weighty, a mistake in your Religion is Mortal,
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if that which you have taken up for the way of life be not so, you are undone for ever;
if that which you have taken up for the Way of life be not so, you Are undone for ever;
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and that this your easie way is not it I shall now make evident. 1. From Scripture;
and that this your easy Way is not it I shall now make evident. 1. From Scripture;
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Let us but seriously examine and weigh those many high expressions which we find in Scripture, in the Commands, Exhortations, Instructions, Instances, Promises, and Prayers recorded in it;
Let us but seriously examine and weigh those many high expressions which we find in Scripture, in the Commands, Exhortations, Instructions, Instances, Promises, and Prayers recorded in it;
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in all which, the one way of life is described, and then let any reasonable man judge,
in all which, the one Way of life is described, and then let any reasonable man judge,
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if all this amount to no more than that poor, and pitiful, and empty thing, which carnal men count their Religion.
if all this amount to no more than that poor, and pitiful, and empty thing, which carnal men count their Religion.
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1. For Scripture-commands consider these, Strive to enter in at the strait gate, looking diligently lest any man fail of the grace of God.
1. For Scripture-commands Consider these, Strive to enter in At the strait gate, looking diligently lest any man fail of the grace of God.
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Work out your salvation with fear and trembling; not sloathful in business, but fervent in spirit, serving the Lord;
Work out your salvation with Fear and trembling; not slothful in business, but fervent in Spirit, serving the Lord;
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Put off concerning the conversation, the old man which is corrupt, according to the deceitful lusts,
Put off Concerning the Conversation, the old man which is corrupt, according to the deceitful Lustiest,
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and put on the new man, which after God is created in righteousness and true holiness:
and put on the new man, which After God is created in righteousness and true holiness:
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Wash thine heart from thine iniquities, that th•• mayst be saved:
Wash thine heart from thine iniquities, that th•• Mayest be saved:
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How long shall vain thoughts lodge within thee? •et no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth,
How long shall vain thoughts lodge within thee? •et no corrupt communication proceed out of your Mouth,
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but ( speak ye ) that which is good, to the use of edifying, that may minister grace to the bearers.
but (speak you) that which is good, to the use of edifying, that may minister grace to the bearer.
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Walk in love, love one another, love your Enemies, bless them that curse you, pray for them which persecute you;
Walk in love, love one Another, love your Enemies, bless them that curse you, pray for them which persecute you;
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render to no man evil for evil, but overcome evil with goodness;
render to no man evil for evil, but overcome evil with Goodness;
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mortifie your members which are upon the Earth, walk in the spirit, abstain from all appearance of evil, be watchful;
mortify your members which Are upon the Earth, walk in the Spirit, abstain from all appearance of evil, be watchful;
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stand with your loyns girded, and your lights burning.
stand with your loins girded, and your lights burning.
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2. For Scripture-instructions, consider these, The Grace of God which bringeth salvation, hath appeared to all men, teaching us, that denying all ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live righteously, godly,
2. For Scripture-instructions, Consider these, The Grace of God which brings salvation, hath appeared to all men, teaching us, that denying all ungodliness and worldly Lustiest, we should live righteously, godly,
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and soberly, in •his present World:
and soberly, in •his present World:
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pure Religion, and underf•led before God and the Father is this, To visit, &c. and to keep himself unspotted of the World.
pure Religion, and underf•led before God and the Father is this, To visit, etc. and to keep himself unspotted of the World.
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They that be Christs, have crucified ▪ the flesh with affections and lusts.
They that be Christ, have Crucified ▪ the Flesh with affections and Lustiest.
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He that is angry with his Brother without a cause, shall be in danger of the judgement.
He that is angry with his Brother without a cause, shall be in danger of the judgement.
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He that looketh on a Woman to lust after her, hath committed adultery with her in his heart.
He that looks on a Woman to lust After her, hath committed adultery with her in his heart.
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Of every idle word men shall give account at the day of Judgment.
Of every idle word men shall give account At the day of Judgement.
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If any Man seem to be religious, and bridleth not his tongue, that Mans Religion is vain.
If any Man seem to be religious, and bridleth not his tongue, that men Religion is vain.
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3 For Scripture-instances; David is said to be a man after Gods own heart, & did that which was right in the sight of the Lord;
3 For Scriptural instances; David is said to be a man After God's own heart, & did that which was right in the sighed of the Lord;
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& turned not Aside from any thing that the Lord had commanded him all the dayes of his life, save only, &c. Of Josiah it is recorded, That his heart was tender and perfect with the Lord his God,
& turned not Aside from any thing that the Lord had commanded him all the days of his life, save only, etc. Of Josiah it is recorded, That his heart was tender and perfect with the Lord his God,
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and that he turned not aside to the right hand, or to the left. Paul professes that he served the Lord instantly, night and day;
and that he turned not aside to the right hand, or to the left. Paul Professes that he served the Lord instantly, night and day;
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that forgetting those things which are behind, he reached forth to the things that are before, pressing to the mark, &c. The life which I now live in the flesh, I live by the faith of the Son of God.
that forgetting those things which Are behind, he reached forth to the things that Are before, pressing to the mark, etc. The life which I now live in the Flesh, I live by the faith of the Son of God.
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To me to live is Christ, to dye is gain.
To me to live is christ, to die is gain.
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I so run, not as uncertainly, so fight I, not as one that beateth the air,
I so run, not as uncertainly, so fight I, not as one that beats the air,
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but I keep under my body, and bring it into subjection, lest preaching to others I my self should become a cast-away.
but I keep under my body, and bring it into subjection, lest preaching to Others I my self should become a castaway.
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For Scripture-promises, consider these ▪ Blessed are the poor in spirit, bessed are the meek, the merciful, they that hunger and thirst after righteousness, the pure in heart, they that are persecuted for righteousness sake,For Scripture-promises, Consider these ▪ Blessed Are the poor in Spirit, bess Are the meek, the merciful, they that hunger and thirst After righteousness, the pure in heart, they that Are persecuted for righteousness sake,
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for they shall see God, theirs is the Kingdom of heaven; they shall be comforted, filled, and great is their reward in heaven.
for they shall see God, theirs is the Kingdom of heaven; they shall be comforted, filled, and great is their reward in heaven.
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For Scripture-prayers, consider these, The God of peace sanctifie you wholly, and I pray God that your whole spirit, soul and body may be preserved ▪ blameless until the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.For Scripture-prayers, Consider these, The God of peace sanctify you wholly, and I pray God that your Whole Spirit, soul and body may be preserved ▪ blameless until the coming of our Lord jesus christ.
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Now the God of peace make you perfect in every good work, to do his will, working in you that which is well pleasing in his sight.
Now the God of peace make you perfect in every good work, to do his will, working in you that which is well pleasing in his sighed.
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Multitudes of such like Scriptures might be added, but these may suffice.
Multitudes of such like Scriptures might be added, but these may suffice.
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Now wherefore are all these things written? Wherefore are these strict commands given, these holy lives of Saints left upon Record, these promises made,
Now Wherefore Are all these things written? Wherefore Are these strict commands given, these holy lives of Saints left upon Record, these promises made,
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and these prayers kept upon the file? Are they not all written for our learning, to let every man and woman understand what manner of persons they must be, what manner of Lives they must live, if they will be saved? If less,
and these Prayers kept upon the file? are they not all written for our learning, to let every man and woman understand what manner of Persons they must be, what manner of Lives they must live, if they will be saved? If less,
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or a lower Religion would serve, to what purpose is this waste.
or a lower Religion would serve, to what purpose is this waste.
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If it be so, People may forbear to charge Precisians with keeping more ado than needs,
If it be so, People may forbear to charge precisians with keeping more ado than needs,
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and lay in their charge against the Scriptures, for requiring more than needs.
and lay in their charge against the Scriptures, for requiring more than needs.
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But do you think indeed, that the Scriptures have spoken these things in vain? If it be not in vain,
But doe you think indeed, that the Scriptures have spoken these things in vain? If it be not in vain,
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if all this be comprehended under the one thing needful; if all this do but shew us the one and only way of Life;
if all this be comprehended under the one thing needful; if all this do but show us the one and only Way of Life;
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if we must be thus renewed and changed in our minds, and must thus holily and unblameably order our Lives,
if we must be thus renewed and changed in our minds, and must thus holily and unblamably order our Lives,
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or else we cannot be saved, as the Scriptures mentioned many of them expresly affirm,
or Else we cannot be saved, as the Scriptures mentioned many of them expressly affirm,
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then what will become of that poor confident multitude we are now dealing with? Does all this amount to no more than keeping your Church, saying your prayers, learning and saying over the Creed,
then what will become of that poor confident multitude we Are now dealing with? Does all this amount to no more than keeping your Church, saying your Prayers, learning and saying over the Creed,
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and the Ten Commandments, living peaceably with your Neighbours, paying every man his own, crying to God for mercy when you have committed a fin,
and the Ten commandments, living peaceably with your Neighbours, paying every man his own, crying to God for mercy when you have committed a fin,
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and the like? Can you call this cold, lifeless way, your striving to enter in at the strait gate? Is this your working out your salvation with fear and trembling? Is this all that is meant by fighting the good fight of Faith, by wresting against Flesh and Blood, against Principalities and Powers, by being instant in Prayer, fervent in Spirit, watching and running,
and the like? Can you call this cold, Lifeless Way, your striving to enter in At the strait gate? Is this your working out your salvation with Fear and trembling? Is this all that is meant by fighting the good fight of Faith, by wresting against Flesh and Blood, against Principalities and Powers, by being instant in Prayer, fervent in Spirit, watching and running,
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and pressing towards the mark? Brethren, if there be one way of Life;
and pressing towards the mark? Brothers, if there be one Way of Life;
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if all this which hath been represented to you out of the Scriptures, be to shew you from the Lord, what • strait way this one way of life is;
if all this which hath been represented to you out of the Scriptures, be to show you from the Lord, what • strait Way this one Way of life is;
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and if you will compare your way you depend upon with it, methinks you shall need no more to convince you of your dangerous mistake hitherto,
and if you will compare your Way you depend upon with it, methinks you shall need no more to convince you of your dangerous mistake hitherto,
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and to leave you more ready to embrace the exhortation I am pressing upon you;
and to leave you more ready to embrace the exhortation I am pressing upon you;
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namely, To come in among the number of, and take upon the holy course of these circumspect Christians.
namely, To come in among the number of, and take upon the holy course of these circumspect Christians.
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But if this be not sufficient, I shall yet make it more evident by Reasons drawn from the Scripture, which I shall give you in these Six Propositions.
But if this be not sufficient, I shall yet make it more evident by Reasons drawn from the Scripture, which I shall give you in these Six Propositions.
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1. The Gospel requires, as indispensably necessary to salvation, inward holiness, or the renewing of the heart, or inner-man.
1. The Gospel requires, as indispensably necessary to salvation, inward holiness, or the renewing of the heart, or Innerman.
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Needs this any proof to them that understand the Scriptures? There must be another Spirit. Numb: 14. 24. A new heart, Ezek. 36. 26. A cl•an heart, Psal. 73. 1. A true heart, or an upright heart, sprinkled from an evil Conscience, Hebr. 10. 22. Ezek. 18. 31. Make you a new heart,
Needs this any proof to them that understand the Scriptures? There must be Another Spirit. Numb: 14. 24. A new heart, Ezekiel 36. 26. A cl•an heart, Psalm 73. 1. A true heart, or an upright heart, sprinkled from an evil Conscience, Hebrew 10. 22. Ezekiel 18. 31. Make you a new heart,
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and a new spirit, for why will ye dye? Jer. 4. 14. Oh Jerusalem, wash thine heart from wickedness, that thou mayest be saved. and a new Spirit, for why will you die? Jer. 4. 14. O Jerusalem, wash thine heart from wickedness, that thou Mayest be saved.
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What do these Scriptures, especially the addition in the two last, For why will ye dye? And [ that thou mayest be saved? ] What do these import less than this, That there is no salvation possible, there is nothing but certain death and destruction, to those whose hearts are not washed and made new, John 3. 3. Except a man be born again, he cannot enter into the Kingdom of God.
What do these Scriptures, especially the addition in the two last, For why will you die? And [ that thou Mayest be saved? ] What do these import less than this, That there is no salvation possible, there is nothing but certain death and destruction, to those whose hearts Are not washed and made new, John 3. 3. Except a man be born again, he cannot enter into the Kingdom of God.
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Except ye be converted, ye cannot enter into the Kingdom of God. Except you be converted, you cannot enter into the Kingdom of God.
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What is the product of this new birth, or this conversion, but a new creature? Some there are, it is true, that interpret this Conversion, which is made so necessary to Salvation, to be nothing else but the coming of persons from Judaism, or Paganism, to Christianity, to the owning and embracing the Christian Faith.
What is the product of this new birth, or this conversion, but a new creature? some there Are, it is true, that interpret this Conversion, which is made so necessary to Salvation, to be nothing Else but the coming of Persons from Judaism, or Paganism, to Christianity, to the owning and embracing the Christian Faith.
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▪ But if this be true, then all that believe Christ to be the Messiah, and are baptized,
▪ But if this be true, then all that believe christ to be the Messiah, and Are baptised,
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and live in the profession of the Christian Faith, shall be saved, Come ye Drunkards, come ye Adulterers, Lyars, Covetous, with all the profane Root of Nominal ••ristians,
and live in the profession of the Christian Faith, shall be saved, Come you Drunkards, come you Adulterers, Liars, Covetous, with all the profane Root of Nominal ••ristians,
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and keep an Holy-day to the memory of these two Doctors, who bring you such a large and easie Gospel,
and keep an Holiday to the memory of these two Doctors, who bring you such a large and easy Gospel,
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as will carry you all to Heaven, with all your lusts and lewdness upon your backs.
as will carry you all to Heaven, with all your Lustiest and Lewdness upon your backs.
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But is this true? Is this Gospel? Is this all the conversion that is necessary to Salvation? It cannot be: For,
But is this true? Is this Gospel? Is this all the conversion that is necessary to Salvation? It cannot be: For,
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First, There are many that embrace the Christian Faith that are Hypocrites, and shall Hypocrites be saved?
First, There Are many that embrace the Christian Faith that Are Hypocrites, and shall Hypocrites be saved?
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Secondly, There are many such Converts that walk disorderly, whose God is their belly, whose glory is their shame, who minde earthly things, Phil. 3. 18. Of whom the Apostle here tell us, that their end is destruction.
Secondly, There Are many such Converts that walk disorderly, whose God is their belly, whose glory is their shame, who mind earthly things, Philip 3. 18. Of whom the Apostle Here tell us, that their end is destruction.
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2. This inward Holinesse which the Gospel requires, stands not in some sudden and unconstant good thoughts,
2. This inward Holiness which the Gospel requires, Stands not in Some sudden and unconstant good thoughts,
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or some transient good affections, but is an holy frame or habit; thus much is intimated in the fore-mentioned expression, Another Spirit, a new Heart, a new Creature.
or Some Transient good affections, but is an holy frame or habit; thus much is intimated in the forementioned expression, another Spirit, a new Heart, a new Creature.
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An holy thought, a good desire is another thing from a new heart; they cannot so much as evidence, that the heart is renewed;
an holy Thought, a good desire is Another thing from a new heart; they cannot so much as evidence, that the heart is renewed;
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as in a renewed heart there may be some evil thoughts, and evil lusts arising and working,
as in a renewed heart there may be Some evil thoughts, and evil Lustiest arising and working,
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so some good thoughts and affections may spring up in an evil heart; true holiness is not a fit, but a frame;
so Some good thoughts and affections may spring up in an evil heart; true holiness is not a fit, but a frame;
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there may be fits of passion, or of pride, or of envy (too often in a Saint,
there may be fits of passion, or of pride, or of envy (too often in a Saint,
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and yet in the main he may be a Saint still:
and yet in the main he may be a Saint still:
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There may be fits of devotion, fits of zeal sometimes in a •inner, and yet he is a sinner still.
There may be fits of devotion, fits of zeal sometime in a •inner, and yet he is a sinner still.
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Holiness is the temper and constitution of a Christian, his new nature that abideth in him.
Holiness is the temper and constitution of a Christian, his new nature that Abideth in him.
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3. This inward ••bitual Holiness stands in an universal compliance of the heart with the whole Will of God;
3. This inward ••bitual Holiness Stands in an universal compliance of the heart with the Whole Will of God;
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the heart that is formed after the Image of God, is conformed to the Will of God, Psal. 40. Thy Law is within my heart;
the heart that is formed After the Image of God, is conformed to the Will of God, Psalm 40. Thy Law is within my heart;
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not a piece, but the whole; every word and tittle of it. The Law is within me.
not a piece, but the Whole; every word and tittle of it. The Law is within me.
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The Law is said to be within the heart of a Saint in a double sen•e:
The Law is said to be within the heart of a Saint in a double sen•e:
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First, It is published, and revealed, and made known in the heart;
First, It is published, and revealed, and made known in the heart;
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it is understood by the soul, there is the light of the Word shining in every Christian.
it is understood by the soul, there is the Light of the Word shining in every Christian.
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Secondly, It is embraced, approved, consented to, there is the love of the Law in the heart of a Christian;
Secondly, It is embraced, approved, consented to, there is the love of the Law in the heart of a Christian;
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the heart closes with it, and all that it requires, as a good word, and worthy of all acceptation.
the heart closes with it, and all that it requires, as a good word, and worthy of all acceptation.
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A Christian doth not only accept the Promises.
A Christian does not only accept the Promises.
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of the Gospel as good words and comfortable words, but can heartily write, Good is the Word of the Lord, upon every precept;
of the Gospel as good words and comfortable words, but can heartily write, Good is the Word of the Lord, upon every precept;
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he likes his Duties as well as his Priviledges, his work as well as his reward:
he likes his Duties as well as his Privileges, his work as well as his reward:
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This cowardliness of heart is set forth in those expressions of a willing mind, a ready mind, a forward mind.
This cowardliness of heart is Set forth in those expressions of a willing mind, a ready mind, a forward mind.
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And as his heart is towards his works, so is it for any work the Lord calls it to:
And as his heart is towards his works, so is it for any work the Lord calls it to:
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he hath respect to all the Commandments;
he hath respect to all the commandments;
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he would not be without one leaf, no nor one line of the whole Word of God;
he would not be without one leaf, no nor one line of the Whole Word of God;
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he is ready to every good work? he would not have one duty abated to him of all that God hath required;
he is ready to every good work? he would not have one duty abated to him of all that God hath required;
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he would not have one sin allowed to him of all that God hath forbidden him:
he would not have one since allowed to him of all that God hath forbidden him:
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He that sayes concerning any one word in the whole will of God, This I must have struck out,
He that Says Concerning any one word in the Whole will of God, This I must have struck out,
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or be dispensed within it, ere I can be a Christian, his heart is not upright:
or be dispensed within it, ere I can be a Christian, his heart is not upright:
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He that would have any one sin to be no sin, any one duty to be no duty, any one sin to be allowed him,
He that would have any one since to be no since, any one duty to be no duty, any one since to be allowed him,
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or any one duty to be abated him, is no Christian.
or any one duty to be abated him, is no Christian.
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4. This inward habitual Holiness is such as beares the sway, and hath the perheminence in the heart ▪ though sin be there still,
4. This inward habitual Holiness is such as bears the sway, and hath the perheminence in the heart ▪ though since be there still,
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yet where there is true Grace, sin is an underling, and brought into captivity, it hath lost that power and interest which it had in the Sould before,
yet where there is true Grace, since is an underling, and brought into captivity, it hath lost that power and Interest which it had in thee Should before,
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and the heart is now given up to God;
and the heart is now given up to God;
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the stream runs Heavenward, the stream of the thoughts, the stream of the affections run that way;
the stream runs Heavenward, the stream of the thoughts, the stream of the affections run that Way;
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God and the way of Holinesse hath a greater share and greater power in the heart than all the world;
God and the Way of Holiness hath a greater share and greater power in the heart than all the world;
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there is more love to God, stronger resolutions for following God, than can be ballanced by the highest interest of the flesh.
there is more love to God, Stronger resolutions for following God, than can be balanced by the highest Interest of the Flesh.
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God and the World stand as two su•tors for the heart, but God carries it from the world;
God and the World stand as two su•tors for the heart, but God carries it from the world;
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so that, as before, it followed the world with the neglect of God, now it will follow God with the neglect of the World;
so that, as before, it followed the world with the neglect of God, now it will follow God with the neglect of the World;
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before it would, it may be, mind God and godliness, as far as it could without prejudice to its worldly interest,
before it would, it may be, mind God and godliness, as Far as it could without prejudice to its worldly Interest,
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so far as it could with honour, or ease, or safety;
so Far as it could with honour, or ease, or safety;
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but now it will mind the world and its •le•hly interest, so far only as is consistent with godliness and a good conscience;
but now it will mind the world and its •le•hly Interest, so Far only as is consistent with godliness and a good conscience;
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this is sincerity, and the clearest, and most certain evidence of it.
this is sincerity, and the Clearest, and most certain evidence of it.
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Can we imagin that we ▪ love God sincerely, when we love the World better? whe•• we love our ease,
Can we imagine that we ▪ love God sincerely, when we love the World better? whe•• we love our ease,
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or credit, or pleasures, or carna•• friends better? When these can do more with us,
or credit, or pleasures, or carna•• Friends better? When these can do more with us,
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and command farther, than God and golry, Matth. 10. 37. He that loveth Father or Mother more than me, is not worthy of me.
and command farther, than God and golry, Matthew 10. 37. He that loves Father or Mother more than me, is not worthy of me.
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Luke 14. 33. Whosoever he be of you that forsake not all that he hath, he cannot be my Disciple.
Luke 14. 33. Whosoever he be of you that forsake not all that he hath, he cannot be my Disciple.
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If there be any certain unquestionable Truths in the whole Doctine of the Gospel, this is one of them, That whosoever hath true saving Grace, hath more love to God and holiness,
If there be any certain unquestionable Truths in the Whole Doctrine of the Gospel, this is one of them, That whosoever hath true Saving Grace, hath more love to God and holiness,
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than to all things else whatsoever.
than to all things Else whatsoever.
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Though it be controverted, Whether common grace and saving grace do not differ more than indegree,
Though it be controverted, Whither Common grace and Saving grace do not differ more than indegree,
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yet this is without controversie, That saving grace doth contain in it an higher degree of love to God, than to all things else.
yet this is without controversy, That Saving grace does contain in it an higher degree of love to God, than to all things Else.
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5. This inward, habitual, prevailing holiness, where ever it is, will infallibly bring forth this strict, precise, and holy life. For,
5. This inward, habitual, prevailing holiness, where ever it is, will infallibly bring forth this strict, precise, and holy life. For,
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First, That holiness in the heart will bring forth holiness of life, is as naturally certain,
First, That holiness in the heart will bring forth holiness of life, is as naturally certain,
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as that he that hath the life and reason of a man, will act as a man;
as that he that hath the life and reason of a man, will act as a man;
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as that a root will bring forth such branches and fruit, as partake of the kind and nature of the root,
as that a root will bring forth such branches and fruit, as partake of the kind and nature of the root,
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as that a fig-tree will bring forth figs, that an olive-tree wil bring forth olives.
as that a Fig tree will bring forth figs, that an olive-tree will bring forth Olive.
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Secondly, It is as certain, that according to the proportion of holiness in the heart, such will be the proportion of it in the life;
Secondly, It is as certain, that according to the proportion of holiness in the heart, such will be the proportion of it in the life;
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if holiness bear the sway in the heart, it will bear the rule in the life;
if holiness bear the sway in the heart, it will bear the Rule in the life;
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if that little good that is in the heart, be held as an underling in the Soul, thereafter will the •ife be;
if that little good that is in the heart, be held as an underling in the Soul, thereafter will the •ife be;
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this is as certain, as that the Soul governs •he Body.
this is as certain, as that the Soul governs •he Body.
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Thirdly, It's no less certain, that the lowest de•ree of prevailing holiness in the heart, will ••ring forth this precise holy life, In the sense I •ave described it:
Thirdly, It's no less certain, that the lowest de•ree of prevailing holiness in the heart, will ••ring forth this precise holy life, In the sense I •ave described it:
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that is, though there be not •erfect holiness brought forth ▪ though he that •ath a lower degree of true grace, fall much shor•er of that perfection,
that is, though there be not •erfect holiness brought forth ▪ though he that •ath a lower degree of true grace, fallen much shor•er of that perfection,
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than he that hath an high•er degree;
than he that hath an high•er degree;
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though there be many failings, and wandrings, and weaknesses, and turnings aside to •niquity, through corruption and temptation,
though there be many failings, and wanderings, and Weaknesses, and turnings aside to •niquity, through corruption and temptation,
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yet thus far the lowest of Saints have arrived, That his •ims, desires, endeavours are after a perfectly holy •ife;
yet thus Far the lowest of Saints have arrived, That his •ims, Desires, endeavours Are After a perfectly holy •ife;
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he hath a respect to every Commandment, •o every Duty, he doth not habitually allow himself in any iniquity;
he hath a respect to every Commandment, •o every Duty, he does not habitually allow himself in any iniquity;
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there is some change in his course actually appearing, and this he purposes to himself,
there is Some change in his course actually appearing, and this he Purposes to himself,
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and sets his heart upon it, to grow up day•y to a more thorow and universal conformity to all the principles of godliness laid down before him •n the Scriptures,
and sets his heart upon it, to grow up day•y to a more thorough and universal conformity to all the principles of godliness laid down before him •n the Scriptures,
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and made manifest in his consci•nce.
and made manifest in his consci•nce.
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This is as certain as the two former, He that is •incere would be perfect, in the true love of holiness, is necessarily included a love and longing for it in the perfection of it.
This is as certain as the two former, He that is •incere would be perfect, in the true love of holiness, is necessarily included a love and longing for it in the perfection of it.
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He that loveth holiness for it self, will love it most when it is most it self, in its perfection;
He that loves holiness for it self, will love it most when it is most it self, in its perfection;
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and love and longing, will infallibly bring forth labouring, and following after ▪ Therefore,
and love and longing, will infallibly bring forth labouring, and following After ▪ Therefore,
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6. Whosoever is not truely a person of a precise life, is certainly in the state of damnation:
6. Whosoever is not truly a person of a precise life, is Certainly in the state of damnation:
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This so clearly follows from the former Propositions, that it needs no further proof. He that is not inwardly, habitually, universally sanctified;
This so clearly follows from the former Propositions, that it needs no further proof. He that is not inwardly, habitually, universally sanctified;
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he that loves any thing more than God or godliness, that is he that is not converted and new born,
he that loves any thing more than God or godliness, that is he that is not converted and new born,
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and so be•come a new Creature, is actually in the state of damnation;
and so be•come a new Creature, is actually in the state of damnation;
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and he who is not a precise walker, is not thus converted, new born or sanctified;
and he who is not a precise walker, is not thus converted, new born or sanctified;
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for whoever is made this new Creature, will infallibly make it appear (as hath been proved) by this newness of life.
for whoever is made this new Creature, will infallibly make it appear (as hath been proved) by this newness of life.
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You see, Beloved, to what issue this matter is brought; either you must take up this strict way of holiness, or be reprobates from God.
You see, beloved, to what issue this matter is brought; either you must take up this strict Way of holiness, or be Reprobates from God.
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Whosoever there be amongst you, that have the most rooted enmity in your hearts, against this holiness of life,
Whosoever there be among you, that have the most rooted enmity in your hearts, against this holiness of life,
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and have cast the greatest slight and contempt on it, and those that thus live, and as Michael did David, do despise them in your hearts;
and have cast the greatest slight and contempt on it, and those that thus live, and as Michael did David, do despise them in your hearts;
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whoever among you are most peremptorily resolved against hearkening to any farther Treaties about this thing, casting them off with the greatest scorn and indignation, I must be bold to tell you from God, That if you live and die in this mind, God must cease to be true, the Scriptures must be proved to be a lye, the Doctrine of the Gospel a meer forgery or fa•shood,
whoever among you Are most peremptorily resolved against Harkening to any farther Treaties about this thing, casting them off with the greatest scorn and Indignation, I must be bold to tell you from God, That if you live and die in this mind, God must cease to be true, the Scriptures must be proved to be a lie, the Doctrine of the Gospel a mere forgery or fa•shood,
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or you will be shut for ever out of the Kingdome of God.
or you will be shut for ever out of the Kingdom of God.
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And do you not yet see enough, to perswade you to come in and be of this number? Are you not yet convinc'd that 'tis your duty, that 'twill be your wisdome to be such? That none but Fools and Brutes will continue to be Libertines? Whilst you charge folly on the Saints, will you at last prove your selves to be the onely fools? And will you verifie that Proverb, Bray a fool in a Mortar,
And do you not yet see enough, to persuade you to come in and be of this number? are you not yet convinced that it's your duty, that it'll be your Wisdom to be such? That none but Fools and Brutus's will continue to be Libertines? While you charge folly on the Saints, will you At last prove your selves to be the only Fools? And will you verify that Proverb, Bray a fool in a Mortar,
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and yet his folly will not depart from him? Shall it be said of you, Let them be instructed, let them •e convinced, let them be warned,and yet his folly will not depart from him? Shall it be said of you, Let them be instructed, let them •e convinced, let them be warned,
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yet still all's ••ne, fools they are, and fools they will be? Oh ye •ools,
yet still all's ••ne, Fools they Are, and Fools they will be? O you •ools,
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when will ye be wise? Search the Scriptures, •nd learn of them, come unto Christ, and learn of him;
when will you be wise? Search the Scriptures, •nd Learn of them, come unto christ, and Learn of him;
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and if he do not speak the same things which here have been spoken, if he do not teach you the same Lesson which here you have been taught,
and if he do not speak the same things which Here have been spoken, if he do not teach you the same lesson which Here you have been taught,
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then go on, and take your liberty still; but if Christ sayes, Be holy; if Christ sayes, be circumspect;
then go on, and take your liberty still; but if christ Says, Be holy; if christ Says, be circumspect;
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if Christ sayes, Be perfect, and you still refuse to hearken, then carry this inscription upon your foreheads, We have rejected the Word of the Lord,
if christ Says, Be perfect, and you still refuse to harken, then carry this inscription upon your foreheads, We have rejected the Word of the Lord,
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and what wisdom is there in us? and what Wisdom is there in us?
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John 1. 47. Behold, an Israelite indeed, in whom there i• no guile.
John 1. 47. Behold, an Israelite indeed, in whom there i• no guile.
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VVE need not go far back, to find ou• the sense of these words ▪ which they fully enough contain within themselves ▪ •he occasion of them was this, Philip calls Nathaniel to come to Christ; Nathaniel being called, comes;
WE need not go Far back, to find ou• the sense of these words ▪ which they Fully enough contain within themselves ▪ •he occasion of them was this, Philip calls Nathaniel to come to christ; Nathaniel being called, comes;
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and coming to Christ, our Lord gives his Judgment of him.
and coming to christ, our Lord gives his Judgement of him.
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In the words, we have, 1. A note of Observation, Behold: This hints to us two things;
In the words, we have, 1. A note of Observation, Behold: This hints to us two things;
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1. That a Nathaniel, a true Israelite, is a worthy Sight, worth the observing;
1. That a Nathaniel, a true Israelite, is a worthy Sighed, worth the observing;
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Behold an Israelite. 2. That a Nathaniel is a rare Sight: We do not use to put a Behold, on that which we see every day.Behold an Israelite. 2. That a Nathaniel is a rare Sighed: We do not use to put a Behold, on that which we see every day.
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2. A Description of Nathaniel, and in him, of a• sincere godly man. 1. He is an Israelite; Israel was the first name of Jacob, who upon his wrestling,
2. A Description of Nathaniel, and in him, of a• sincere godly man. 1. He is an Israelite; Israel was the First name of Jacob, who upon his wrestling,
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and as a Prince, prevailing with God in Prayer, had this new name given him of God,
and as a Prince, prevailing with God in Prayer, had this new name given him of God,
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and was thenceforth called Israel; from him, afterwards, the whole generation of the Jewes were called Israel; in the new Testament, all the People of God were called Israel, Gal. 6. 16. Both 〈 ◊ 〉 the Old Testament and the New;
and was thenceforth called Israel; from him, afterwards, the Whole generation of the Jews were called Israel; in the new Testament, all the People of God were called Israel, Gal. 6. 16. Both 〈 ◊ 〉 the Old Testament and the New;
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Israelites we•• such as had the account of the People of God ▪ whom God hath separated and set apart for himself, as his peculiar people, out of all the rest of the world:Israelites we•• such as had the account of the People of God ▪ whom God hath separated and Set apart for himself, as his peculiar people, out of all the rest of the world:
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so that an Israelite here, notes, one that belongs to God, a good man.
so that an Israelite Here, notes, one that belongs to God, a good man.
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2. An Israelite indeed; NONLATINALPHABET, one that's truely an Israelite; not after the flesh, but after the Spirit; not in shew and appearance, not in conceit,
2. an Israelite indeed;, one that's truly an Israelite; not After the Flesh, but After the Spirit; not in show and appearance, not in conceit,
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or his own or others Opinions, but in reality. 3. An Israelite without deceit, in whom is no guile;
or his own or Others Opinions, but in reality. 3. an Israelite without deceit, in whom is no guile;
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who is no Jugler, or crafty Dissembler, that did only personate, bear the face, and act the part of an Israelite, but an honest, down-right, plain-hearted Israelite.
who is no Juggler, or crafty Dissembler, that did only personate, bear the face, and act the part of an Israelite, but an honest, downright, plainhearted Israelite.
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In all this we have a full description of a sincere godly man; •e is an Israelite, one separated to God, an Israelite indeed;
In all this we have a full description of a sincere godly man; •e is an Israelite, one separated to God, an Israelite indeed;
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not in conceit or fancy, but in truth; not in deceit or guile, but in singleness of heart.
not in conceit or fancy, but in truth; not in deceit or guile, but in singleness of heart.
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That which I intend for the foundation, on which to build my discourse, is, An Israelite indeed. Thence let the Doctrine be?
That which I intend for the Foundation, on which to built my discourse, is, an Israelite indeed. Thence let the Doctrine be?
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Doct. A sincere godly man is no Phanatick; or, Godliness is no fancy. As there is an Israelite in conceit, so there is an Israelite indeed;Doct. A sincere godly man is no Fanatic; or, Godliness is no fancy. As there is an Israelite in conceit, so there is an Israelite indeed;
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as there is Godliness in shew, so there is Godliness in truth; Godliness is no fancy.
as there is Godliness in show, so there is Godliness in truth; Godliness is no fancy.
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The great design of Satan and his Instruments is against Godliness, to resist it, disgrace it,
The great Design of Satan and his Instruments is against Godliness, to resist it, disgrace it,
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and if it were possible, to root it out from under Heaven:
and if it were possible, to root it out from under Heaven:
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And because whilst Godliness appears to be, what indeed it is, in its own lustre, glory, and excellency;
And Because while Godliness appears to be, what indeed it is, in its own lustre, glory, and excellency;
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all such attempts against it, are like to be ••ain and ineffectual:
all such attempts against it, Are like to be ••ain and ineffectual:
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therefore the plot is, to cast •mist before the eyes of this Pur-blinde World, and to make them believe that there is no such •hing,
Therefore the plot is, to cast •mist before the eyes of this Purblind World, and to make them believe that there is no such •hing,
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or that it is not what it is; that 'tis a meer fancy, there is nothing in it:
or that it is not what it is; that it's a mere fancy, there is nothing in it:
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That which Men call Godliness is but a conceit, a meer dream of some brain-sick persons, who thinking themselves wiser and holier than the rest of the World,
That which Men call Godliness is but a conceit, a mere dream of Some brainsick Persons, who thinking themselves Wiser and Holier than the rest of the World,
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and being strongly opinionated of their ways, aud intoxicated with their own imaginations, whilst they would perswade others that they are in the dark,
and being strongly opinionated of their ways, and intoxicated with their own Imaginations, while they would persuade Others that they Are in the dark,
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and under strong delusions, are most of all mistaken and deluded themselves. Now, because this is such a mischievous Engine, to hinder the propagation of the Gospel,
and under strong delusions, Are most of all mistaken and deluded themselves. Now, Because this is such a mischievous Engine, to hinder the propagation of the Gospel,
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and to hold men back from that true Godliness which is necessary to salvation, and without which they perish everlastingly:
and to hold men back from that true Godliness which is necessary to salvation, and without which they perish everlastingly:
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I shall through the g••ce of God, prove and make as evident as the light, the truth of the Doctrine proposed, That Godliness is no fancy; and that the sincerest,
I shall through the g••ce of God, prove and make as evident as the Light, the truth of the Doctrine proposed, That Godliness is no fancy; and that the Sincerest,
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and strictest Godly men, are most unjustly and unreasonably termed Fanaticks, of any persons in the World.
and Strictest Godly men, Are most unjustly and unreasonably termed Fanatics, of any Persons in the World.
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By Godliness, I mean, that sincere and strict profession and practice of Religion, which is above the size,
By Godliness, I mean, that sincere and strict profession and practice of Religion, which is above the size,
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and beyond the measure of the common sort of people, who call themselves Christians, that which the Scripture calls, pure Religion, the power of Godliness, walking with God, walking in Spirit, living in all good conscience.
and beyond the measure of the Common sort of people, who call themselves Christians, that which the Scripture calls, pure Religion, the power of Godliness, walking with God, walking in Spirit, living in all good conscience.
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By a sincere godly man, accordingly I understand, the same person which I in the foregoing Discourse meant by a precise or circumspect Christian; one that will not adventure his soul on that cheap, easie, outward, careless way of Religion, which the most do,
By a sincere godly man, accordingly I understand, the same person which I in the foregoing Discourse meant by a precise or circumspect Christian; one that will not adventure his soul on that cheap, easy, outward, careless Way of Religion, which the most do,
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but labours to make sure and thorow work, by setting himself to live up to the height and exactness of those principles of Religion, which he hath received from the Scriptures.
but labours to make sure and thorough work, by setting himself to live up to the height and exactness of those principles of Religion, which he hath received from the Scriptures.
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When I say, That Godliness is no fancy? by a Fancy, I mean, that which hath no being, but in the imagination;
When I say, That Godliness is no fancy? by a Fancy, I mean, that which hath no being, but in the imagination;
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that which hath no foundation in the Scriptures, but is a meer conceit or airy Not•on, a figment of mens owns brains.
that which hath no Foundation in the Scriptures, but is a mere conceit or airy Not•on, a figment of men's owns brains.
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This is the reproach that the prophane world ca•• upon strict godliness, That it is a meer fiction,
This is the reproach that the profane world ca•• upon strict godliness, That it is a mere fiction,
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or a dream of mens own hearts, that the inward likeness to God, the exact walking with God, living in fellowship and communion with God, the joy of God, the life of faith, the Souls exercising it self upon God,
or a dream of men's own hearts, that the inward likeness to God, the exact walking with God, living in fellowship and communion with God, the joy of God, the life of faith, the Souls exercising it self upon God,
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and the Lord Jesus, and the like, are meer conceits, there are no such things, but they are mens own dreams and delusions.
and the Lord jesus, and the like, Are mere conceits, there Are no such things, but they Are men's own dreams and delusions.
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Now, this is that which I shall prove and make good to you, That this godliness, in its greatest purity, preciseness,
Now, this is that which I shall prove and make good to you, That this godliness, in its greatest purity, preciseness,
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and spirituality, is not such an empty thing, but is fully and really that which it asserts it self to be,
and spirituality, is not such an empty thing, but is Fully and really that which it asserts it self to be,
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and hath clear foundations in, and an evident conformity to, that good, and acceptable, and perfect will of God, revealed in the Scriptures.
and hath clear foundations in, and an evident conformity to, that good, and acceptable, and perfect will of God, revealed in the Scriptures.
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The proofs which I shall bring in, shall be such as have respect to the special parts of it;
The proofs which I shall bring in, shall be such as have respect to the special parts of it;
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where I shall make it manifest; 1. That the Doctrines and principles of godliness are real Truths.
where I shall make it manifest; 1. That the Doctrines and principles of godliness Are real Truths.
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2. That the Duties and comforts of godliness are real Duties and comforts. 1. That the Doctrines and principles of godliness are real Truths.
2. That the Duties and comforts of godliness Are real Duties and comforts. 1. That the Doctrines and principles of godliness Are real Truths.
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Wisdom hath her pillars, Godliness is not a Castle in the air, but is a building which hath foundations, Hebr. 6. 1. I shall instance in some of the chief of their principles, and shew you:
Wisdom hath her pillars, Godliness is not a Castle in the air, but is a building which hath foundations, Hebrew 6. 1. I shall instance in Some of the chief of their principles, and show you:
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1. Concerning the Being of God, and His Holiness: That this is a certain truth, that there is a God, and that he is an holy God, and a friend to Holiness:
1. Concerning the Being of God, and His Holiness: That this is a certain truth, that there is a God, and that he is an holy God, and a friend to Holiness:
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If there be any real and evident truth in the world, this is a truth, that there is a God: Aut Deus est, aut nihil est, Either, there is a God, or there is nothing:
If there be any real and evident truth in the world, this is a truth, that there is a God: Or Deus est, Or nihil est, Either, there is a God, or there is nothing:
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We may as well say, when we see the Sun, and the Moon, and Stars,
We may as well say, when we see the Sun, and the Moon, and Stars,
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and the motions of them, when we set the Earth, and the several Creatures upon it;
and the motions of them, when we Set the Earth, and the several Creatures upon it;
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when we see our selves, Men and Women walking up and down thereon, that all this is but conceit, that our eyes deceive us, that our selves,
when we see our selves, Men and Women walking up and down thereon, that all this is but conceit, that our eyes deceive us, that our selves,
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and all the things we see, are but phantas•s, and apparitions, as w• may question whether there be a God, Rom. 1. 20. The invisible things of him from the Creation of the world are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made;
and all the things we see, Are but phantas•s, and apparitions, as w• may question whither there be a God, Rom. 1. 20. The invisible things of him from the Creation of the world Are clearly seen, being understood by the things that Are made;
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even his eternal power and Godhead. even his Eternal power and Godhead.
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And to question whether God be an holy God, is the same in effect, as to question whether there be a God;
And to question whither God be an holy God, is the same in Effect, as to question whither there be a God;
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to conceive, that there is a God without Holiness, is to imagine, that there is a God that is no God:
to conceive, that there is a God without Holiness, is to imagine, that there is a God that is no God:
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Sin is such a defect and imperfection, as is utterly inconsistent with such an infinitely perfect Being;
since is such a defect and imperfection, as is utterly inconsistent with such an infinitely perfect Being;
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and to question whether God be a Friend to holiness, is to question, whether he be a Friend to himself.
and to question whither God be a Friend to holiness, is to question, whither he be a Friend to himself.
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Atheisme, whatever the foolish World ignorantly talk, is the greatest and most notorious Fanaticism. Psal. 14. 1. The Fool sayes in his heart, there is no God, he fancies there is not:Atheism, whatever the foolish World ignorantly talk, is the greatest and most notorious Fanaticism. Psalm 14. 1. The Fool Says in his heart, there is no God, he fancies there is not:
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and Prophaneness, that causes men to conceive of God as not so holy and righteous as he is, is next to Atheisme, Psal. 50. 21. These things thou hast done, and I kept silence;
and Profaneness, that Causes men to conceive of God as not so holy and righteous as he is, is next to Atheism, Psalm 50. 21. These things thou hast done, and I kept silence;
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thou thoughtest that I was altogether such a one as thy self, but I will reprove thee,
thou thoughtest that I was altogether such a one as thy self, but I will reprove thee,
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and set them in order before thine eyes. These things thou hast done; and Set them in order before thine eyes. These things thou hast done;
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Thou hast done wickedly, hast been a lyar, a slanderer, a drunkard, a partaker with adulterers:
Thou hast done wickedly, hast been a liar, a slanderer, a drunkard, a partaker with Adulterers:
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And I kept silence, I let thee alone, and did not presently testifie my dislike or displeasure against thee, hereupon thou couceitedst because thou wert let alone in thy fin,And I kept silence, I let thee alone, and did not presently testify my dislike or displeasure against thee, hereupon thou couceitedst Because thou Wertenberg let alone in thy fin,
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and didst not presently smart for it, that I liked it well enough, and was altogether such a one as thy self:
and didst not presently smart for it, that I liked it well enough, and was altogether such a one as thy self:
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That thou hadst a God after thine own heart, after thine own soul, that was never the less a friend to thee,That thou Hadst a God After thine own heart, After thine own soul, that was never the less a friend to thee,
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for that thou wert, so great a friend to thy lusts and wickedness: Thou thoughtest this, such a foo•ish conceit thou hast in thy heart;
for that thou Wertenberg, so great a friend to thy Lustiest and wickedness: Thou thoughtest this, such a foo•ish conceit thou hast in thy heart;
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I, but it was but a conceit;
I, but it was but a conceit;
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I will make thee know, that I am another manner of God than thou vainly imaginest, I will have my time for thee,
I will make thee know, that I am Another manner of God than thou vainly imaginest, I will have my time for thee,
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when I will reprove thee for all thy wickedness, and convince thee of thy folly, and set all thy sins in order before thee.
when I will reprove thee for all thy wickedness, and convince thee of thy folly, and Set all thy Sins in order before thee.
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Sinners, You that either think that there is no God, or because he keeps silence, lets you alone in your sins, lets you flourish and prosper in your wickednesse, thereupon conclude;
Sinners, You that either think that there is no God, or Because he keeps silence, lets you alone in your Sins, lets you flourish and prosper in your wickedness, thereupon conclude;
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He is a Friend, one that favours loosenesse and ungodlinesse;
He is a Friend, one that favours looseness and ungodliness;
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he will have his time for you, to convince you, and reprove you out of these vain conceits,
he will have his time for you, to convince you, and reprove you out of these vain conceits,
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and make you know that he hates and detests both you and your wayes;
and make you know that he hates and detests both you and your ways;
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and that he loves that holinesse, and is a Friend to those holy Ones, which for a time he may suffer you to despise and trample upon.
and that he loves that holiness, and is a Friend to those holy Ones, which for a time he may suffer you to despise and trample upon.
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Rev. 3 ▪ 9. Behold I will make them of the Synagogue of Satan, (which say they are Jews and are not, Rev. 3 ▪ 9. Behold I will make them of the Synagogue of Satan, (which say they Are jews and Are not,
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but do lye) behold, I will make them to come and worship at thy feet,
but do lie) behold, I will make them to come and worship At thy feet,
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and to know, that I have loved thee. and to know, that I have loved thee.
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You will not now be perswaded, but God will make you know whether you will or not, that these are they whom he hath loved:
You will not now be persuaded, but God will make you know whither you will or not, that these Are they whom he hath loved:
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Please your selves with your own wayes, and blesse your selves in your own hearts while you will, continue your confidence, that God is no such enemy to you, that he is not so hard and severe against ungodlinesse as men speak, that God is a friend to ignorance, formality, licentiousnesse,
Please your selves with your own ways, and bless your selves in your own hearts while you will, continue your confidence, that God is no such enemy to you, that he is not so hard and severe against ungodliness as men speak, that God is a friend to ignorance, formality, licentiousness,
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and counts such his best Subjects ▪ And as for those which make such a talk,
and counts such his best Subject's ▪ And as for those which make such a talk,
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and such a shew, and keep so much ado about holinesse and strictnesse, make your selves believe, that God is as much against them as you;
and such a show, and keep so much ado about holiness and strictness, make your selves believe, that God is as much against them as you;
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and that he doth not like that men should be so fearful of sin, and watchful against sin, and zealous for holinesse;
and that he does not like that men should be so fearful of since, and watchful against since, and zealous for holiness;
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that he likes those best, that will take their ease, and their liberty, and their pleasure:
that he likes those best, that will take their ease, and their liberty, and their pleasure:
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Yet know, that God will have his time for you to make you of another mind,
Yet know, that God will have his time for you to make you of Another mind,
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when he shall come to reckon with you, to reprove you, and ••t your sins in order before you.
when he shall come to reckon with you, to reprove you, and ••t your Sins in order before you.
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2. The Doctrines concerning Sin are certain Truths: I shall mention but these four. 1. That man is a Sinner. 2. That sin is the greatest of evils. 3. That spiritual sins are the greatest of sins. 4. That sin is the root of all misery.
2. The Doctrines Concerning since Are certain Truths: I shall mention but these four. 1. That man is a Sinner. 2. That since is the greatest of evils. 3. That spiritual Sins Are the greatest of Sins. 4. That since is the root of all misery.
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1. That Man is a sinner:
1. That Man is a sinner:
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A sinner by nature, a Sinner by practice; in a sinful state, 1 John. 5. 10. The whole world lyeth in wickednesse: A sinner by nature, a Sinner by practice; in a sinful state, 1 John. 5. 10. The Whole world lies in wickedness:
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Running on in a sinfuli course: Psal. 14. They are all gone out of the way;
Running on in a sinfuli course: Psalm 14. They Are all gone out of the Way;
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that he is universally sinful; this sowre leav• 〈 ◊ 〉 hath leavened the whole lump;
that he is universally sinful; this sour leav• 〈 ◊ 〉 hath leavened the Whole lump;
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every part of man, head, heart, hands, and inside, outside, all are full of wounds and bruises,
every part of man, head, heart, hands, and inside, outside, all Are full of wounds and bruises,
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and putrifying sores, Isa. 1. 6. That man is a great sinner, Jer. 17. 9. The heart of a man is desperately wicked; and Putrifying sores, Isaiah 1. 6. That man is a great sinner, Jer. 17. 9. The heart of a man is desperately wicked;
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it is become like those bad figs which Jeremiah speaks of, those that were good were very good,
it is become like those bad figs which Jeremiah speaks of, those that were good were very good,
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and those that were bad were very bad: Psal. 5. 9. Their inward part is very wickewness.
and those that were bad were very bad: Psalm 5. 9. Their inward part is very wickewness.
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'Tis expressed in the abstract, not wicked, but wickedness, and in the plural number, wickednesses: There is a complication of all sorts of wickednesses,
It's expressed in the abstract, not wicked, but wickedness, and in the plural number, Wickednesses: There is a complication of all sorts of Wickednesses,
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and sin is so rooted, and (as it were) incorporated into the hearts of men,
and since is so rooted, and (as it were) incorporated into the hearts of men,
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as if their natures were even transubstantiated into a Mass of corruption.
as if their nature's were even Transubstantiated into a Mass of corruption.
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Is all this but conceit? Gen. 6. 5. God saw that the wickedness of man was great in the earth,
Is all this but conceit? Gen. 6. 5. God saw that the wickedness of man was great in the earth,
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and that every imagination of the thoughts of his heart were only evil continually. [ God saw ] Gods eye cannot be deceived;and that every imagination of the thoughts of his heart were only evil continually. [ God saw ] God's eye cannot be deceived;
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men may think they see what they see not, and may not see what is before their eyes;
men may think they see what they see not, and may not see what is before their eyes;
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But can Gods eyes fail him? 2. That sin is the greatest of evils:
But can God's eyes fail him? 2. That since is the greatest of evils:
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The Apostle to set forth the formidable appearance that sin had by the Law, expresses it thus, Rom. 7. 13. That sin might appear to be sin:
The Apostle to Set forth the formidable appearance that since had by the Law, Expresses it thus, Rom. 7. 13. That since might appear to be since:
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He could find out nothing more evil and odious to express it by, than it self.
He could find out nothing more evil and odious to express it by, than it self.
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If he had said, that sin might appear to be a snare, a Serpent, a Viper, a Devil,
If he had said, that since might appear to be a snare, a Serpent, a Viper, a devil,
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an Hell that had been much, but yet not enough to set forth this evil of evils:
an Hell that had been much, but yet not enough to Set forth this evil of evils:
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Sin never is seen in its perfect odiousness, but when it shews its own naked face, and looks like it self:
since never is seen in its perfect odiousness, but when it shows its own naked face, and looks like it self:
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We can never know how great an evil sin is, till we know how good the Lord is,
We can never know how great an evil since is, till we know how good the Lord is,
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how precious Christ is, how precious the Soul of man is, to all which sin is so contrary and destructive.
how precious christ is, how precious the Soul of man is, to all which since is so contrary and destructive.
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Rom. 8. 7. It is said to be enmity against God; God hath no •nemy in the world but sin,Rom. 8. 7. It is said to be enmity against God; God hath no •nemy in the world but since,
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and those whom sin hath made him. Sin hath set all the earth against the God of glory.
and those whom since hath made him. since hath Set all the earth against the God of glory.
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From this enmity which sin hath filled the hearts of men with, arise all their rebellions against his word and government;
From this enmity which since hath filled the hearts of men with, arise all their rebellions against his word and government;
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all their unwillingness and averseness from his ways, their weariness of his service, their frowardness, murmurings, impatiences, frettings and insurrections of heart against his dispensations & providence.
all their unwillingness and averseness from his ways, their weariness of his service, their frowardness, murmurings, impatiences, frettings and insurrections of heart against his dispensations & providence.
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The unruliness and stubbornness of the wills of men, the distemper and disorders of their passions and affections, the vanity, vileness and confusion of their thoughts, the defilement and deadness of their consciences, the ebulition of so many hellish lusts, setting mens hearts upon all mischief:
The unruliness and stubbornness of the wills of men, the distemper and disorders of their passion and affections, the vanity, vileness and confusion of their thoughts, the defilement and deadness of their Consciences, the ebullition of so many hellish Lustiest, setting men's hearts upon all mischief:
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Whence is all this, but from sin that dwells in them?
Whence is all this, but from since that dwells in them?
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Sin hath made men very Devils, set upon all manner of mischief, Devils against God, hating, reproaching, blaspheming, cursing, fighting against God:
since hath made men very Devils, Set upon all manner of mischief, Devils against God, hating, reproaching, blaspheming, cursing, fighting against God:
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There should quickly be no God, nor Heaven, nor Being left, if the wickedness of mans heart had power answerable to its malice.
There should quickly be no God, nor Heaven, nor Being left, if the wickedness of men heart had power answerable to its malice.
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Devils against themselves, set upon the destruction and damnation of their own souls; there needed not another Devil to attempt and devour them;Devils against themselves, Set upon the destruction and damnation of their own Souls; there needed not Another devil to attempt and devour them;
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if God should but let them alone, they would quickly make their distruction sure of themselves.
if God should but let them alone, they would quickly make their destruction sure of themselves.
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Devils one against another: There is not one sinner, but if God should pull up the fluces,Devils one against Another: There is not one sinner, but if God should pull up the fluces,
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and let his wickedness have its full course, would do his utmost to damn all the World, enemies, friends, husbands, wives, children, all should be destroyed.
and let his wickedness have its full course, would do his utmost to damn all the World, enemies, Friends, Husbands, wives, children, all should be destroyed.
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And can there now be a greater evil then this imagined? I, you will say,
And can there now be a greater evil then this imagined? I, you will say,
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if all this be true it is a great evil indeed;
if all this be true it is a great evil indeed;
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But may be for all these great words there may be no such great matter in it:
But may be for all these great words there may be no such great matter in it:
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Why do but consider what sin hath done, and cannot be envied, and then you will see reason to believe all that hath been said:
Why do but Consider what since hath done, and cannot be envied, and then you will see reason to believe all that hath been said:
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Go to Mount Calvary, and see what it hath done there;
Go to Mount Calvary, and see what it hath done there;
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What was it that slew the Lord of glory, that put Ch••st to death? Was it not those sins that were laid upon him? These were his betrayers and murtherers. These were the thorns, the nails, the spear that wounded him, the gall and vinegar that was given him to drink:
What was it that slew the Lord of glory, that put Ch••st to death? Was it not those Sins that were laid upon him? These were his betrayers and murderers. These were the thorns, the nails, the spear that wounded him, the Gall and vinegar that was given him to drink:
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Let the sweat, the cries, the groans, the blood, the soul that were pressed and poured out by sin, let these speak if too much hath been sa•d.
Let the sweat, the cries, the groans, the blood, the soul that were pressed and poured out by since, let these speak if too much hath been sa•d.
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Turn aside from Mount Calvary, and go down to the Valley of Hinnon, lay your ear to the mouth of Tophet, and hearken what work sin hath done there:
Turn aside from Mount Calvary, and go down to the Valley of Hinnon, lay your ear to the Mouth of Tophet, and harken what work since hath done there:
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What is it that hath filled Hell so full already, that hath sent down Cain and Judas, Ananias and Saphira, with those millions of damned Souls that are already tormented in those flames? Did God damn so many Souls for nothing,
What is it that hath filled Hell so full already, that hath sent down Cain and Judas, Ananias and Sapphira, with those millions of damned Souls that Are already tormented in those flames? Did God damn so many Souls for nothing,
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or for a trifle, inflict so great a torment for a small off••nce? What is it that hath cast them in thither? Was it their righteousness? was it not their iniquities? If you could step down into those Chambers of Death,
or for a trifle, inflict so great a torment for a small off••nce? What is it that hath cast them in thither? Was it their righteousness? was it not their iniquities? If you could step down into those Chambers of Death,
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and ask those wretched creatures, Friends, How came you in hither? What would they answer? Oh, it is our sins that brought us into this place of torment:
and ask those wretched creatures, Friends, How Come you in hither? What would they answer? O, it is our Sins that brought us into this place of torment:
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Oh! it was my covetousness brought me hither, would one say: Oh! it was my lying brought me hither saies another:
Oh! it was my covetousness brought me hither, would one say: Oh! it was my lying brought me hither Says Another:
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Oh! it was my pride, or my passion, or my wantonness, or my sloathfuness, that brought me hither saies a third: Oh sin, sin!
Oh! it was my pride, or my passion, or my wantonness, or my sloathfuness, that brought me hither Says a third: O since, since!
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this is it for which we burn, we roar, we rave, we dye, we dye eternally.
this is it for which we burn, we roar, we rave, we die, we die eternally.
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Can there be too much said of the evil of sin, that hath done all this mischief?
Can there be too much said of the evil of since, that hath done all this mischief?
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3. Spiritual sins are the greatest of sins: Soul pollutions are the most foul pollutions.
3. Spiritual Sins Are the greatest of Sins: Soul pollutions Are the most foul pollutions.
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By how much the more excellent the soul is above the body in its nature, by so much the more vile and mischievous, being depraved with sin!
By how much the more excellent the soul is above the body in its nature, by so much the more vile and mischievous, being depraved with since!
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The soul of man is the prime subject of the image of God in man; there was much of God to be seen in the body, or externals of man,
The soul of man is the prime Subject of the image of God in man; there was much of God to be seen in the body, or externals of man,
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but the face of God, the glory of God was stamped upon his soul; the soul being corrupted, it became the express image of the Devil:
but the face of God, the glory of God was stamped upon his soul; the soul being corrupted, it became the express image of the devil:
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Satan is rudely limb'd, and some darker shadows of him drawn on the outward man, but he is drawn out to the life in the soul;
Satan is rudely limbed, and Some Darker shadows of him drawn on the outward man, but he is drawn out to the life in the soul;
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the very face, the heart of Satan, his pride, malice, envy, falshood is engraven on the heart:
the very face, the heart of Satan, his pride, malice, envy, falsehood is engraven on the heart:
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A proud heart hath more of the Divel than a proud look; a wanton heart is more vile ••an a wanton eye;
A proud heart hath more of the devil than a proud look; a wanton heart is more vile ••an a wanton eye;
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a murtherous or adulterous heart, is worse than a murtherous or adulterous act.
a murderous or adulterous heart, is Worse than a murderous or adulterous act.
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It is true, when Sin is committed without, it is worse than when it sleeps in its causes within;
It is true, when since is committed without, it is Worse than when it sleeps in its Causes within;
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and sin in its birth, is worse than in its bare conception, and the reason ▪ is because when sin is committed, there are both parts the outward and the spiritual together, there is the sin of the hand,
and since in its birth, is Worse than in its bore conception, and the reason ▪ is Because when since is committed, there Are both parts the outward and the spiritual together, there is the since of the hand,
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and the sin of the heart too, to make up the murther:
and the since of the heart too, to make up the murder:
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But then, if you should distinctly consider, that which the heart hath done towards the murther,
But then, if you should distinctly Consider, that which the heart hath done towards the murder,
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and that which the hand hath done, the hearts part would appear to be incomparably the worst:
and that which the hand hath done, the hearts part would appear to be incomparably the worst:
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The sins of the heart, are the root sins, the spring that sets all the wheels a going, the fountain that sets all the streams a running:
The Sins of the heart, Are the root Sins, the spring that sets all the wheels a going, the fountain that sets all the streams a running:
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the fire that sets the furnace a smoaking: Carnal men make little of outward sins, nothing of spiritual.
the fire that sets the furnace a smoking: Carnal men make little of outward Sins, nothing of spiritual.
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If they would not be Extortioners, or Oppressors, o• Swearers, or Cursers, some of them,
If they would not be Extortioners, or Oppressors's, o• Swearers, or Cursers, Some of them,
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yet evil thoughts may lodge in them, Lust may bear the rule in them, Pride, Envy, Ignorance, Atheism, Heart-blasphemy, these are scarcely accounted evils;
yet evil thoughts may lodge in them, Lust may bear the Rule in them, Pride, Envy, Ignorance, Atheism, Heart-blasphemy, these Are scarcely accounted evils;
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What are Thoughts, a little inward discontent, anger, and the like, that we should trouble our selves with these? Oh! You do not know what there may be in a Thought,
What Are Thoughts, a little inward discontent, anger, and the like, that we should trouble our selves with these? Oh! You do not know what there may be in a Thought,
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or a secret lust, there may be a Thousand evil Words, and actions, in the bowels of a few evil Thoughts;
or a secret lust, there may be a Thousand evil Words, and actions, in the bowels of a few evil Thoughts;
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Lusts are big, belly'd, a World of monstrous births are continually springing forth from them:
Lustiest Are big, bellied, a World of monstrous births Are continually springing forth from them:
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Belo••d, if you should examine all the wickednesses 〈 ◊ 〉 our lives, Drunkennesse, Whoredoms, Lying, Oaths, Perjuries, and ask them one by one, Drunkennesse, whence art thou? Adultery, when 〈 ◊ 〉 comest thou? Oaths, Curses, Lyes, whence are all ye? would they not answer with the Apostle, Come we not hence, even from those lusts that war in your members? blame not Christians, that they are too much afraid of their own hearts, that they take so much pains, spend so much time about purging,
Belo••d, if you should examine all the Wickednesses 〈 ◊ 〉 our lives, drunkenness, Whoredoms, Lying, Oaths, Perjuries, and ask them one by one, drunkenness, whence art thou? Adultery, when 〈 ◊ 〉 Comest thou? Oaths, Curses, Lies, whence Are all you? would they not answer with the Apostle, Come we not hence, even from those Lustiest that war in your members? blame not Christians, that they Are too much afraid of their own hearts, that they take so much pains, spend so much time about purging,
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and washing, and watching these, keeping their thoughts, governing their passions, mortifying their lusts; if you do not, they know what there is within them:
and washing, and watching these, keeping their thoughts, governing their passion, mortifying their Lustiest; if you do not, they know what there is within them:
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He that makes nothing of an evil thought, the Divel is like to bring him to something in a little time.
He that makes nothing of an evil Thought, the devil is like to bring him to something in a little time.
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4. Sin is the root of all misery;
4. since is the root of all misery;
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the miseries of this life, of all the diseases, Pains, Torments, tumults, commotions, quarrellings, contentions, Murders, Rapines, Oppressions, Wars, Famine, Poverty, pestilence,
the misery's of this life, of all the diseases, Pains, Torments, tumults, commotions, quarrelings, contentions, Murders, Rapines, Oppressions, Wars, Famine, Poverty, pestilence,
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and all sorts of Calamities that this world groans under, Jer. 2. 17. Hast thou not procured all these things to thy self? that is, by thine iniquities? What a world had this world been had it not been for sin? A Paradise, all the world had been as the garden of the Lord;
and all sorts of Calamities that this world groans under, Jer. 2. 17. Hast thou not procured all these things to thy self? that is, by thine iniquities? What a world had this world been had it not been for since? A Paradise, all the world had been as the garden of the Lord;
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How great peace had there been, had it not been for this make-bate; How great joy, had it not been for this Tormentor; How great beauty, and order, had it not been for this, which is the deformity and confusion of all things!
How great peace had there been, had it not been for this makebate; How great joy, had it not been for this Tormentor; How great beauty, and order, had it not been for this, which is the deformity and confusion of all things!
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What a world is this become by sin: how full of violence! What Lyons, Tygers, Wolves, are the Inhabitants thereof become one to another!
What a world is this become by since: how full of violence! What Lyons, Tigers, Wolves, Are the Inhabitants thereof become one to Another!
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What thorns and bryars are they, scratching and tearing one another!
What thorns and briars Are they, scratching and tearing one Another!
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What lying, and slandering, and defamin•• and defrauding, and quarrellings, and fightings, are there broken forth;
What lying, and slandering, and defamin•• and defrauding, and quarrelings, and fightings, Are there broken forth;
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This earth is even almost become an Hell!
This earth is even almost become an Hell!
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Whence is all this? the Apostle tells us, James 4. 1. From whence come wars, and fighting am•ng you;
Whence is all this? the Apostle tells us, James 4. 1. From whence come wars, and fighting am•ng you;
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come they not hence, even from your lusts that war in your members? Sinners lay the blame of all upon righteousness and holiness,come they not hence, even from your Lustiest that war in your members? Sinners lay the blame of all upon righteousness and holiness,
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and the knowledge of God and Conscience, and on such persons as exercise themselves in keeping a good Conscience,
and the knowledge of God and Conscience, and on such Persons as exercise themselves in keeping a good Conscience,
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and walking holily, and working righteousness.
and walking holily, and working righteousness.
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These are the troublers, these are the disturbers, these are the fire-brands, that set all in a combustion,
These Are the troublers, these Are the disturbers, these Are the firebrands, that Set all in a combustion,
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though they little think what it is that herein they say, To impute the troubles of the earth to righteousness and holiness, &c. To affirm,
though they little think what it is that herein they say, To impute the Troubles of the earth to righteousness and holiness, etc. To affirm,
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as many do, it had been a better world, if it had not been for so much preaching and praying,
as many do, it had been a better world, if it had not been for so much preaching and praying,
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and professing, and keeping such ado about Conscience, and the like;
and professing, and keeping such ado about Conscience, and the like;
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is all one as to say, It had been a better world if God had not been in fault;
is all one as to say, It had been a better world if God had not been in fault;
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we may thank God and his Law; we may thank Christ and his Gospel for all our troubles.
we may thank God and his Law; we may thank christ and his Gospel for all our Troubles.
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But let such blasphemers know, that 'tis themselves and their wicked hearts, their atheism and ignorance, their idolatries and adulteries, their pride and their covetousness, their lewdness and licentiousness, that they owe all their troubles and miseries to, Lam. 1. Jerusalem hath-sinned, therefore is she removed;
But let such blasphemers know, that it's themselves and their wicked hearts, their atheism and ignorance, their idolatries and adulteries, their pride and their covetousness, their Lewdness and licentiousness, that they owe all their Troubles and misery's to, Lam. 1. Jerusalem hath-sinned, Therefore is she removed;
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her adversares are the cheif, her enemies prosper, her filthiness is yet in her skirts. Job 8. •1.her Adversaries Are the chief, her enemies prosper, her filthiness is yet in her skirts. Job 8. •1.
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Can a rush grow without mire? Now from all this it evidently follows, 1. That no sin can properly be called little.Can a rush grow without mire? Now from all this it evidently follows, 1. That no since can properly be called little.
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2. That the Saints mourning for sin, praying, watching, fearing, shunning sin, with its occasions, temptations,
2. That the Saints mourning for since, praying, watching, fearing, shunning since, with its occasions, temptations,
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and very appearances, are not phanatical, but reasonable services.
and very appearances, Are not fanatical, but reasonable services.
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Notwithstanding all this evil that is in sin, this is it which carnal men make matter of nothing;
Notwithstanding all this evil that is in since, this is it which carnal men make matter of nothing;
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'Tis every mans case, we are all sinners, and why should we trouble our selves at that which we cannot help;It's every men case, we Are all Sinners, and why should we trouble our selves At that which we cannot help;
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and what a wonder do they make at the poor Saints, that they are so fearful,
and what a wonder do they make At the poor Saints, that they Are so fearful,
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and so watchful, and so tender, and so much troubled when they fall into sin, counting their fear their folly,
and so watchful, and so tender, and so much troubled when they fallen into since, counting their Fear their folly,
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and their mourning madness, as if it were a meer Scare-crow, or a Bugbear, or as if it were nothing but their own melancholick fancies that they thus trouble themselves about? what is it that you are afraid of? why can you not be so free,
and their mourning madness, as if it were a mere Scarecrow, or a Bugbear, or as if it were nothing but their own melancholic fancies that they thus trouble themselves about? what is it that you Are afraid of? why can you not be so free,
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and take your liberty as well as others? what hurt is there in a little mirth, in a little freedom, to live as other men do? Oh Sinners,
and take your liberty as well as Others? what hurt is there in a little mirth, in a little freedom, to live as other men do? O Sinners,
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if Samuels Mantle were taken off from this Devils back, and the vail were taken off from your eyes;
if Samuels Mantle were taken off from this Devils back, and the Vail were taken off from your eyes;
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if you did but see sin as it is, you would cease your wondering.
if you did but see since as it is, you would cease your wondering.
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Is sin nothing? Is enmity against God ▪ his Government, his Being, nothing? Are the fruits of sin nothing? Is poverty nothing? Is sword and famine,
Is sin nothing? Is enmity against God ▪ his Government, his Being, nothing? are the fruits of since nothing? Is poverty nothing? Is sword and famine,
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and pestilence nothing? Are all the bodily diseases that come upon yon, and the torment of them:
and pestilence nothing? are all the bodily diseases that come upon yond, and the torment of them:
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Is the Gout, and the Stone, and the strangury, and the pains of Child-bearing nothing? Are death and hell and the •engeance of eternal fire, such slight matters? Is the fruit so bitter and deadly,
Is the Gout, and the Stone, and the strangury, and the pains of Childbearing nothing? are death and hell and the •engeance of Eternal fire, such slight matters? Is the fruit so bitter and deadly,
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and do you think there is so little hurt in the root? You may as well count these torments, which fin hath brought upon the world, to be conceits, or slight matters,
and do you think there is so little hurt in the root? You may as well count these torments, which fin hath brought upon the world, to be conceits, or slight matters,
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as have such thoughts of sin. Whosoever makes nothing of sin, makes light of Christ;
as have such thoughts of since. Whosoever makes nothing of since, makes Light of christ;
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whoever fears not, feels not, flies not, mourns not for sin as the most dreadful of evils, regards not God nor his own soul.
whoever fears not, feels not, flies not, mourns not for since as the most dreadful of evils, regards not God nor his own soul.
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He that hath so much wit as to dispute sin into a •rifle, hath yet but little understanding, and lesse Religion;
He that hath so much wit as to dispute since into a •rifle, hath yet but little understanding, and less Religion;
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He that conceits that a cold ( God forgive me ) will make him whole of his inward Diseases, or a slight ( I cry God mercy ) will make amends for his actual wickednesse,
He that conceits that a cold (God forgive me) will make him Whole of his inward Diseases, or a slight (I cry God mercy) will make amends for his actual wickedness,
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if he prove not himself a Phanatick in the end, let the most circumspect Christians passe for Phanaticks now.
if he prove not himself a Fanatic in the end, let the most circumspect Christians pass for Fanatics now.
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Sinners, if you will not yet be convinced;
Sinners, if you will not yet be convinced;
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if the Scriptures do not convince you, if your eyes and ears do not teach you to understand Sins better, take heed,
if the Scriptures do not convince you, if your eyes and ears do not teach you to understand Sins better, take heed,
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lest God teach you hereafter, as Gideon taught the men of Succoth, with bryars and thorns with Fire and Brimston,
lest God teach you hereafter, as gideon taught the men of Succoth, with briars and thorns with Fire and Brimstone,
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and fetch his proof from your bones, and from your bowels, and cause the revenging worm,
and fetch his proof from your bones, and from your bowels, and cause the revenging worm,
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when your pange shall come upon you, to bring back the memory of your sprighted sins upon you thus:
when your pang shall come upon you, to bring back the memory of your sprighted Sins upon you thus:
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Now sinner, now wretch, what thinkest thou of thy lust now; Now sinner, now wretch, what Thinkest thou of thy lust now;
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of thy pride, and thy jollity, and thy covetousness now? Where are thy slight thoughts of all this now? Where's thy vain confidence now, that thou shouldest go out with all this well enough, that thou shouldest escape well enough, that all the threaning sand woes denounced against thee, would come to nothing? Now sinner learn,
of thy pride, and thy jollity, and thy covetousness now? Where Are thy slight thoughts of all this now? Where's thy vain confidence now, that thou Shouldst go out with all this well enough, that thou Shouldst escape well enough, that all the threaning sand woes denounced against thee, would come to nothing? Now sinner Learn,
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and be learning this Lesson for ever, what a fool thou hast been in the midst of all thy high conceipt and boastings of thy wisdom. and be learning this lesson for ever, what a fool thou hast been in the midst of all thy high conceit and boastings of thy Wisdom.
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3. The Doctrines of Redemption is a real Truth:
3. The Doctrines of Redemption is a real Truth:
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Need I prove this? That Christ is true; the true Messiah, true God and true Man;
Need I prove this? That christ is true; the true Messiah, true God and true Man;
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had a true Body, and a true Soul;
had a true Body, and a true Soul;
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That his sayings were true; He was a true Prophet; That his sufferings were true; He was a true Priest; That as he was truly dead,
That his sayings were true; He was a true Prophet; That his sufferings were true; He was a true Priest; That as he was truly dead,
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so he as truly rose, ascended, and is the Lord, both of the dead and of the living,
so he as truly rose, ascended, and is the Lord, both of the dead and of the living,
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and is a true King; That he hath truly and fully accomplished his whole undertaking.
and is a true King; That he hath truly and Fully accomplished his Whole undertaking.
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Am I speaking to Jewes or Pagans, that I need prove this? Am I not speaking to Christians, who must prove themselves lyars, their profession a lye,
Am I speaking to Jews or Pagans, that I need prove this? Am I not speaking to Christians, who must prove themselves liars, their profession a lie,
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and their faith vain, if they deny these things? But wherefore was all this? What came Christ into the world for? Wherefore was he born? Wherefore did he live, dye, rise, ascend? What was the intent of all this? Why, it was, to make a total and blessed change upon the miserable condition, of whomsoever of this sinful world shall embrace and give entertainment to him;
and their faith vain, if they deny these things? But Wherefore was all this? What Come christ into the world for? Wherefore was he born? Wherefore did he live, die, rise, ascend? What was the intent of all this? Why, it was, to make a total and blessed change upon the miserable condition, of whomsoever of this sinful world shall embrace and give entertainment to him;
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'twas to make this old world new; this crooked world strait, this miserable world blessed;
'twas to make this old world new; this crooked world strait, this miserable world blessed;
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'Twas to bring deliverance to the captives, and the opening of the prison to them that are bound, Isa. 61. 1. To make an end of sin, to finish transgression,
'Twas to bring deliverance to the captives, and the opening of the prison to them that Are bound, Isaiah 61. 1. To make an end of since, to finish Transgression,
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and to bring in everlasting righteousness, Dan. 9. 24. 'Twas to undo all that mischief which sin and the Devil hath wrought and brought upon this world, 1 John 3. 8. For this cause the Son of God was manifested, that he might destroy the works of the Devil. and to bring in everlasting righteousness, Dan. 9. 24. 'Twas to undo all that mischief which since and the devil hath wrought and brought upon this world, 1 John 3. 8. For this cause the Son of God was manifested, that he might destroy the works of the devil.
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'Twas to abolish death, and bring life and immortality to light.
'Twas to Abolah death, and bring life and immortality to Light.
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'Twas to redeem from all iniquity, and purifie to himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works, Tit. 2. 14. 'Twas, that being delivered from our enemies, we might serve him without fear, in holiness and righteousness, all the dayes of our lives, Luk. 1. 74 75. That they who live, should not henceforth live to themselves,
'Twas to Redeem from all iniquity, and purify to himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works, Tit. 2. 14. 'Twas, that being Delivered from our enemies, we might serve him without Fear, in holiness and righteousness, all the days of our lives, Luk. 1. 74 75. That they who live, should not henceforth live to themselves,
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but to him that dyed for them, and rose again, 2 Cor. 5. 15. Hereupon sayes the Apostle, Tit. 2. 11, 12. The grace of God, which bringeth salvation, teacheth us, that denying all ungodliness and worldly l•st, we should live righteously, soberly,
but to him that died for them, and rose again, 2 Cor. 5. 15. Hereupon Says the Apostle, Tit. 2. 11, 12. The grace of God, which brings salvation, Teaches us, that denying all ungodliness and worldly l•st, we should live righteously, soberly,
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and godly in this present world. and godly in this present world.
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And lastly, to redeem us, 1 Pet. 1. 4. To an inheritance incorruptible, undefiled, and that fades not away, reserved in heaven for us. 1. To an inheritance.
And lastly, to Redeem us, 1 Pet. 1. 4. To an inheritance incorruptible, undefiled, and that fades not away, reserved in heaven for us. 1. To an inheritance.
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Christians are not brought out of Egypt, and redeemed from their house of bondage, and then left to shift for themselves,
Christians Are not brought out of Egypt, and redeemed from their house of bondage, and then left to shift for themselves,
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or to perish in the wilderness, they are redeemed to an inheritance, they are a purchased people, and there is for them a purchased possession. 2. An incorruptible and undefiled inheritance, an enduring possession,
or to perish in the Wilderness, they Are redeemed to an inheritance, they Are a purchased people, and there is for them a purchased possession. 2. an incorruptible and undefiled inheritance, an enduring possession,
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and an holy habitation. Holiness is a great part of the blessedness of the Saints.
and an holy habitation. Holiness is a great part of the blessedness of the Saints.
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Sinners, you that despise holiness, despise one of the riche stjewels in the Crown of glory. 3. Reserved in heaven; there's the good land where their inheritance lies;
Sinners, you that despise holiness, despise one of the rich stjewels in the Crown of glory. 3. Reserved in heaven; there's the good land where their inheritance lies;
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that's the Country which Christ hath purchased for his ransomed ones; The whole land is theirs, theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven.
that's the Country which christ hath purchased for his ransomed ones; The Whole land is theirs, theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven.
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This is that Redemption which by the Gospel is preached unto you;
This is that Redemption which by the Gospel is preached unto you;
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and if Christ had failed of performing and accomplishing of any of all this, he had been but an incompleat and imperfect Redeemer.
and if christ had failed of performing and accomplishing of any of all this, he had been but an incomplete and imperfect Redeemer.
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By the way, learn what great reason there is, that the Gospel should have better entertainment,
By the Way, Learn what great reason there is, that the Gospel should have better entertainment,
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than for the most part it meets withal in the world;
than for the most part it meets withal in the world;
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one would think, who considers what entertainment it hath, and the Ministry of it, that it were some dismal word,
one would think, who considers what entertainment it hath, and the Ministry of it, that it were Some dismal word,
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and a dreadful errand that it came upon;
and a dreadful errand that it Come upon;
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if Christ had come to destroy the world, could he have had less welcome? If the Gospel were as the Law, not only a dead, but a killing Leter, a Ministration of Death and Condemnation:
if christ had come to destroy the world, could he have had less welcome? If the Gospel were as the Law, not only a dead, but a killing Letter, a Ministration of Death and Condemnation:
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If the Ministers of the Gospel had been Messengers sent up from the bottomless Pit, to deceive the Nations, to destroy Souls, to drag them down to everlasting darkness, there could hardly have been a greater hate and out-cry,
If the Ministers of the Gospel had been Messengers sent up from the bottomless Pit, to deceive the nations, to destroy Souls, to drag them down to everlasting darkness, there could hardly have been a greater hate and outcry,
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then there is against it and them. Surely such a message, and such messengers, deserve better welcome, and better usage. But to our purpose;
then there is against it and them. Surely such a message, and such messengers, deserve better welcome, and better usage. But to our purpose;
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You have heard what that Redemption is, which the Gospel brings us ▪ Now doth Christ do his work by haives? Deliver out of Prison,
You have herd what that Redemption is, which the Gospel brings us ▪ Now does christ do his work by haives? Deliver out of Prison,
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and leave his ransomed Ones in their vile Prison-garments;
and leave his ransomed Ones in their vile Prison-garments;
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change their Relations, and never change their Conditions, redeem them from death, and not redeem them from iniquity? Was this the intent of Christ in dying for sinners;
change their Relations, and never change their Conditions, Redeem them from death, and not Redeem them from iniquity? Was this the intent of christ in dying for Sinners;
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that they might play the beasts and the rebels more securely? Did this grace abound, that sin might super-abound? Doth the law of faith, make void the law of righteousness? Doth it not establish it? What's the import of those several expressions forementioned;
that they might play the beasts and the rebels more securely? Did this grace abound, that since might superabound? Does the law of faith, make void the law of righteousness? Does it not establish it? What's the import of those several expressions forementioned;
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That he might redeem from all iniquity, and purifie a peculiar people zealous of good works, that we might serve him without fear, in holiness and righteousness; That he might Redeem from all iniquity, and purify a peculiar people zealous of good works, that we might serve him without Fear, in holiness and righteousness;
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that they that live, should not live to themselves ▪ but to him that dyed for them, that denying all ungodliness, &c. Is not all this included in the redemption which Christ hath wrought? And what doth all this import other,that they that live, should not live to themselves ▪ but to him that died for them, that denying all ungodliness, etc. Is not all this included in the redemption which christ hath wrought? And what does all this import other,
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then that godliness we are pleading for? Is this a part of that which Christ hath redeemed us to,
then that godliness we Are pleading for? Is this a part of that which christ hath redeemed us to,
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and is there nothing in it? Hath Christ sweat, and groaned, and laboured, and travel'd in pain,
and is there nothing in it? Hath christ sweat, and groaned, and laboured, and traveled in pain,
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and all this to bring forth a lye? Hath he dyed to purge, and purifie,
and all this to bring forth a lie? Hath he died to purge, and purify,
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and wash, and cleanse his people, and when all comes to all, at this nothing but a cheat? Did Christ dye but in conceit,
and wash, and cleanse his people, and when all comes to all, At this nothing but a cheat? Did christ die but in conceit,
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and arise and ascend but in conceit? As certain as it is that Christ did not barely personate a Redeemer,
and arise and ascend but in conceit? As certain as it is that christ did not barely personate a Redeemer,
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so certain it is, that his redeemed do not barely personate Saints.
so certain it is, that his redeemed do not barely personate Saints.
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Let all the world be Judges, what honour those persons have for Christ, that have no better opinion of the fruits of his Death. Hence it appears.
Let all the world be Judges, what honour those Persons have for christ, that have no better opinion of the fruits of his Death. Hence it appears.
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1. That the Redemption of a sinner, is the destruction of sin;
1. That the Redemption of a sinner, is the destruction of since;
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Christ dyed to save men from their sins, not in them, to redeem from iniquity all as well as from wrath.
christ died to save men from their Sins, not in them, to Redeem from iniquity all as well as from wrath.
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2. That Redemption and Regeneration are linked together: He that is bought from being a •lave is born a Son;
2. That Redemption and Regeneration Are linked together: He that is bought from being a •lave is born a Son;
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he that is not partaker of the renewing of the Holy Ghost, is not partaker of the Redemption of Christ.
he that is not partaker of the renewing of the Holy Ghost, is not partaker of the Redemption of christ.
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The Doctrine of Redemption by Christ is abused by wilful Sinners, and made to serve as their great Plea against the necessity of Holinesse:
The Doctrine of Redemption by christ is abused by wilful Sinners, and made to serve as their great Plea against the necessity of Holiness:
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Convince them of sin, of the necessity of turning, of the danger of continuing, and going on, here they presently take Sanctuary, Christ dyed for sinners; and here they think themselves sufficiently secured, not only against all the threatnings of wrath,
Convince them of since, of the necessity of turning, of the danger of Continuing, and going on, Here they presently take Sanctuary, christ died for Sinners; and Here they think themselves sufficiently secured, not only against all the threatenings of wrath,
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but against all exhortations to Holinesse:
but against all exhortations to Holiness:
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Argue with them from the Command of God, This is the Will of God, even your Sanctification:
Argue with them from the Command of God, This is the Will of God, even your Sanctification:
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•ast away your transgressions, why will you dye? turn and live: •ast away your transgressions, why will you die? turn and live:
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From the threatnings of God, If ye live after the flesh ye shall dye, &c. Yet this they think will answer all Your Arguments, Christ dyed for Sinners: I put my trust in Christ, that I shall be saved.
From the threatenings of God, If you live After the Flesh you shall die, etc. Yet this they think will answer all Your Arguments, christ died for Sinners: I put my trust in christ, that I shall be saved.
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What? trust in Christ, and not turn to Christ? Hope to be saved by Christ, and refuse to be sanctified:
What? trust in christ, and not turn to christ? Hope to be saved by christ, and refuse to be sanctified:
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Will Christ redeem those from the Curse, who will not be redeemed from iniquity? Jer. 7. 9. Will ye steal and murther,
Will christ Redeem those from the Curse, who will not be redeemed from iniquity? Jer. 7. 9. Will you steal and murder,
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and commit Adultery, and swear falsly, &c. And come and stand before me in my House,
and commit Adultery, and swear falsely, etc. And come and stand before me in my House,
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and say we are delivered to do all these abominations? Will you do wickedly, walk in all manner of wantonnesse, lasciviousnesse, lust, excesses, &c. and then come and take hold of a Redeemer,and say we Are Delivered to do all these abominations? Will you do wickedly, walk in all manner of wantonness, lasciviousness, lust, Excesses, etc. and then come and take hold of a Redeemer,
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as if you were delivered to do all this wickednesse? Is my House become a Den of Robbers? Are the Redeemed of the Lord a generation of Rebels, Enemies of all Righteousnesse, Lyars, Proud, Covetous, Blasphemers:
as if you were Delivered to do all this wickedness? Is my House become a Den of Robbers? are the Redeemed of the Lord a generation of Rebels, Enemies of all Righteousness, Liars, Proud, Covetous, Blasphemers:
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Are these the followers of the Lamb? 'Tis true, the Apostle sayes, Such were some of you, 1 Cor. 6. 11. Yet he adds, But ye are washed, but ye are sanctified,
are these the followers of the Lamb? It's true, the Apostle Says, Such were Some of you, 1 Cor. 6. 11. Yet he adds, But you Are washed, but you Are sanctified,
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but ye are justified, in the Name of our Lord Jesus, and by the Spirit of our God. but you Are justified, in the Name of our Lord jesus, and by the Spirit of our God.
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Christianity without Godliness, this is a fancy indeed: Let every one that nameth the Lord Jesus depart from iniquity;
Christianity without Godliness, this is a fancy indeed: Let every one that names the Lord jesus depart from iniquity;
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either turn from iniquity, or talk no more of Christ:
either turn from iniquity, or talk no more of christ:
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a Christian and an Infidel are not more NONLATINALPHABET than a Christian and a Libertine: Take heed sinners,
a Christian and an Infidel Are not more than a Christian and a Libertine: Take heed Sinners,
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and let not the Gospel undo you, let not Mercy damn you;
and let not the Gospel undo you, let not Mercy damn you;
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put not your Faith to do the sad office of infidelity. Beloved, let it never, be said while the Just live, you must die by your Faith;
put not your Faith to do the sad office of infidelity. beloved, let it never, be said while the Just live, you must die by your Faith;
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this is like to be your case, you would never have dared so to have slighted Holiness,
this is like to be your case, you would never have dared so to have slighted Holiness,
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and persisted in sin, had it not been for your trust in Christ.
and persisted in since, had it not been for your trust in christ.
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You must count Christ to be no Christ, no Redeemer, or but an half, or deceitful Redeemer,
You must count christ to be no christ, no Redeemer, or but an half, or deceitful Redeemer,
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if you count your selves good Christians while you are yet in your sins.
if you count your selves good Christians while you Are yet in your Sins.
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You must have another Christ, another Gospel, ere ever you can be saved in your sinful state, Rom. 8. 1. There is no condemnation to them which are in Jesus Christ, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit:
You must have Another christ, Another Gospel, ere ever you can be saved in your sinful state, Rom. 8. 1. There is no condemnation to them which Are in jesus christ, who walk not After the Flesh, but After the Spirit:
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This is Gospel, wherein you have the Redeemeds Charter, and the Redeemeds Character:
This is Gospel, wherein you have the Redeemeds Charter, and the Redeemeds Character:
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His Charter, He shall not come into condemnation, His Character, He walks not after the flesh, but after the Spirit;
His Charter, He shall not come into condemnation, His Character, He walks not After the Flesh, but After the Spirit;
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that is, He is a man of a godly life. Whom doth the Gospel secure from condemnation? Why, those that are in Christ.
that is, He is a man of a godly life. Whom does the Gospel secure from condemnation? Why, those that Are in christ.
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But who are they? Why, only those who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit:
But who Are they? Why, only those who walk not After the Flesh, but After the Spirit:
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those that walk otherwise can have no benefit by the Gospel. You all stand as convicted malefactors guilty of death;
those that walk otherwise can have no benefit by the Gospel. You all stand as convicted malefactors guilty of death;
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you have sinned, and what have you to say, why you should not dye, and have your sentence of condemnation past upon you? May be you will call for a Psalm of mercy, my Book, Lord, my Book, the Gospel will, I hope, secure me.
you have sinned, and what have you to say, why you should not die, and have your sentence of condemnation passed upon you? May be you will call for a Psalm of mercy, my Book, Lord, my Book, the Gospel will, I hope, secure me.
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No sinner, thou canst not have it, thou art one that livest after the flesh, and canst not have the benefit of the Gospel.
No sinner, thou Canst not have it, thou art one that Livest After the Flesh, and Canst not have the benefit of the Gospel.
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This is the Law, and the Gospel says not one word to reverse it; If ye live after the flesh, ye shall dye:
This is the Law, and the Gospel Says not one word to reverse it; If you live After the Flesh, you shall die:
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Christ never intended the benefit of his Redemption to any of you, whether you would repent or no, be holy or no:
christ never intended the benefit of his Redemption to any of you, whither you would Repent or no, be holy or no:
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you may as well write for Gospel this, He that believeth shall be damned, as this, He that obeyeth not the Gospel ▪ shall be saved:
you may as well write for Gospel this, He that Believeth shall be damned, as this, He that Obeyeth not the Gospel ▪ shall be saved:
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And you may as well say, that sinning is serving of Christ, as that those that live after the flesh, obey the Gospel.
And you may as well say, that sinning is serving of christ, as that those that live After the Flesh, obey the Gospel.
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4. The Doctrine of Regeneration is a real truth: There are three things most evident concerning this: 1. That there is such a change,
4. The Doctrine of Regeneration is a real truth: There Are three things most evident Concerning this: 1. That there is such a change,
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and that necessary to salvation. 2. That this is a great and mighty change. 3. That this is an inward and Soul-change.
and that necessary to salvation. 2. That this is a great and mighty change. 3. That this is an inward and Soul-change.
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1. That there is such a grace as Regeneration, and that necessary to salvation, 1 Joh. 3. 3. Verily, verily, or truly, truly, or certainly, except a man be born again, he cannot see the Kingdom of God.
1. That there is such a grace as Regeneration, and that necessary to salvation, 1 John 3. 3. Verily, verily, or truly, truly, or Certainly, except a man be born again, he cannot see the Kingdom of God.
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2. That the change that is wrought by Regeneration is a great and a mighty change;
2. That the change that is wrought by Regeneration is a great and a mighty change;
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it is as great as the making something of nothing:
it is as great as the making something of nothing:
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Regeneration is a new Creation; it is as great as the raising up of persons from death to life.
Regeneration is a new Creation; it is as great as the raising up of Persons from death to life.
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Regeneration is a Resurrection: You hath he quicked, who were dead in trespasses and sins, Eph. 2. 1. There is as great a power,
Regeneration is a Resurrection: You hath he quicked, who were dead in Trespasses and Sins, Ephesians 2. 1. There is as great a power,
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as much of Divinity manifested in quickning a dead soul, as in raising a dead body.
as much of Divinity manifested in quickening a dead soul, as in raising a dead body.
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When God would confirm the faith of the Jews concerning their Conversion and Restauration, after their cutting off, which the Apostle tells us shall be as life from the dead; he evidences that he was able to accomplish it by his making dry bones to live:
When God would confirm the faith of the jews Concerning their Conversion and Restauration, After their cutting off, which the Apostle tells us shall be as life from the dead; he evidences that he was able to accomplish it by his making dry bones to live:
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Ezek. 37. 3. Can these bones live? Son of man, prophesie unto •ese bones, say unto them, Oh ye dry bones hear the Word of the Lord: Ezekiel 37. 3. Can these bones live? Son of man, prophesy unto •ese bones, say unto them, O you dry bones hear the Word of the Lord:
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'Twas a strange service the Prophet was put upon, but yet •e prophesies;
'Twas a strange service the Prophet was put upon, but yet •e prophecies;
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and behold there was a great shaking, and bone came to his bone, and they were covered with sinews,
and behold there was a great shaking, and bone Come to his bone, and they were covered with sinews,
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and with flesh, and the breath of life was breathed into them and they stood upon their feet a great Army:
and with Flesh, and the breath of life was breathed into them and they stood upon their feet a great Army:
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These bones, saith the Lord, are the house of Israel and Judah. That is, as they lay in their state of rejection from God;These bones, Says the Lord, Are the house of Israel and Judah. That is, as they lay in their state of rejection from God;
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and if the Lord could not have made the bones to live, he had failed of his confirmation of their faith, touching the Redemption of this dead people.
and if the Lord could not have made the bones to live, he had failed of his confirmation of their faith, touching the Redemption of this dead people.
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When the Ministers of the Gospel are sent forth to preach to sinners, it is even as likely a service,
When the Ministers of the Gospel Are sent forth to preach to Sinners, it is even as likely a service,
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as if they had been sent among the Tombs and the Graves, to prophesie to the Skulls,
as if they had been sent among the Tombs and the Graves, to prophesy to the Skulls,
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and the Bones, and the dust of the dead? And if there were not a Divine and Almighty power accompanying their Ministry, their successe would be the same,
and the Bones, and the dust of the dead? And if there were not a Divine and Almighty power accompanying their Ministry, their success would be the same,
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as if they had been preaching the beasts of •he field into Men, or of Stones attempting to raise up Children unto Abraham.
as if they had been preaching the beasts of •he field into Men, or of Stones attempting to raise up Children unto Abraham.
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3. It is an Inward Soul - change; Regeneration is •he uniting of dead Souls to Christ, Gal. 4. 19. My little Children, of whom I travel in birth,
3. It is an Inward Soul - change; Regeneration is •he uniting of dead Souls to christ, Gal. 4. 19. My little Children, of whom I travel in birth,
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untill Christ be formed in you: Here note three things.
until christ be formed in you: Here note three things.
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1. That the result of this union with Christ is a new Life, 1 John 5. 12. He that hath the Son hath Life, Generatio unius est corruptio alterius.
1. That the result of this Union with christ is a new Life, 1 John 5. 12. He that hath the Son hath Life, Generatio unius est Corruption alterius.
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In this Generation there is a Death and a Life.
In this Generation there is a Death and a Life.
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1. A Death, Colos. 3. 3. Ye are dead, that is, Your sins are dead, your old man is dead;
1. A Death, Colos 3. 3. You Are dead, that is, Your Sins Are dead, your old man is dead;
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Our old man is crucified with him, Rom. 6.Our old man is Crucified with him, Rom. 6.
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2. A Life: There is new sense and motion, there is a living power communicated to souls united to Christ, whereby they are enabled to move and act in such an holy, spiritual and heavenly way, as was impossible before.
2. A Life: There is new sense and motion, there is a living power communicated to Souls united to christ, whereby they Are enabled to move and act in such an holy, spiritual and heavenly Way, as was impossible before.
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Grace is a living thing, that spirits, and animates all the Faculties a new, that puts life into all the duties and performances of the Saints;
Grace is a living thing, that spirits, and animates all the Faculties a new, that puts life into all the duties and performances of the Saints;
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which though for the matter of them they might have been done before, yet they were but the dead carcasses of duties, rather than the things themselves.
which though for the matter of them they might have been done before, yet they were but the dead carcases of duties, rather than the things themselves.
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2. This new Life is a n•w Nature; the Saints participation of the Nature of Christ, a change of the qualities of the soul:
2. This new Life is a n•w Nature; the Saints participation of the Nature of christ, a change of the qualities of the soul:
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they are new Creatures that have passed the new Birth: The second Adam as well as the first brings forth his Children in his own likeness:
they Are new Creatures that have passed the new Birth: The second Adam as well as the First brings forth his Children in his own likeness:
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The divine Birth is the bringing forth of the divine Nature: 2 Pet. 1. 4. As they said vainly, the Gods are come down in the likeness of men:
The divine Birth is the bringing forth of the divine Nature: 2 Pet. 1. 4. As they said vainly, the God's Are come down in the likeness of men:
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It may be here said truly;
It may be Here said truly;
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Men are raised up in the likeness of God, renewed after his Image, made partakers of his holiness:
Men Are raised up in the likeness of God, renewed After his Image, made partakers of his holiness:
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Those that put any thing less in this charge than the new creature, make Regeneration to be as very a contradiction as the Popish Transubstantiation.
Those that put any thing less in this charge than the new creature, make Regeneration to be as very a contradiction as the Popish Transubstantiation.
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Bread is made a God, and yet bread is still: a brute is made a Saint, and yet remains a brute still.
Bred is made a God, and yet bred is still: a brutus is made a Saint, and yet remains a brutus still.
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A God under the accidents of bread, and a Saint under the qualities of a Swine.
A God under the accidents of bred, and a Saint under the qualities of a Swine.
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3. This new nature is a glorious nature, comprehending in it that divine light, whereby the Saint• are inabled to understand and look into the depths of eternity, the invisible things of God, the mysteries of the glorious Gospel, that divine love, and faith,
3. This new nature is a glorious nature, comprehending in it that divine Light, whereby the Saint• Are enabled to understand and look into the depths of eternity, the invisible things of God, the Mysteres of the glorious Gospel, that divine love, and faith,
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and hope, and the whole train of glorious graces, together with those principles of righteousness, Truth, Mercy, Charity, &c. whereby they are made capable of injoying fellowship and communion with God, of bearing his Name, shewing forth his Vertues and Praises before the world, and doing his will:
and hope, and the Whole train of glorious graces, together with those principles of righteousness, Truth, Mercy, Charity, etc. whereby they Are made capable of enjoying fellowship and communion with God, of bearing his Name, showing forth his Virtues and Praises before the world, and doing his will:
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In sum, it is the Image of God, the Epistle of Christ written upon the Tables of their hearts:
In sum, it is the Image of God, the Epistle of christ written upon the Tables of their hearts:
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And thus much those Scriptural expressions, New creatures, partakers of the Divine Nature, partakers of his holiness, children of light, with the life, do signifie and import.
And thus much those Scriptural expressions, New creatures, partakers of the Divine Nature, partakers of his holiness, children of Light, with the life, do signify and import.
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What a strange piece of vanity should we make of the Scriptures, if all these high and various expressions should signifie no more than that empty and pitiful thing that carnal men do count their Religion,
What a strange piece of vanity should we make of the Scriptures, if all these high and various expressions should signify no more than that empty and pitiful thing that carnal men do count their Religion,
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or godliness, that ever that ignorant, Sottish, formal, brutish generation, which have no more of the knowledge of God than an Heathen, no more of the life of God than a Stock, no more of Religion,
or godliness, that ever that ignorant, Sottish, formal, brutish generation, which have no more of the knowledge of God than an Heathen, no more of the life of God than a Stock, no more of Religion,
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than to say over a Prayer by rote;
than to say over a Prayer by rote;
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So far from being partakers of the new Nature that they know not whether there be any such thing, or what it is:
So Far from being partakers of the new Nature that they know not whither there be any such thing, or what it is:
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That ever such a blind, senseless multitude should be imagined to be the persons whom the Scripture means, by new Creatures, the Children of God, the Children of Light, the Images of God:
That ever such a blind, senseless multitude should be imagined to be the Persons whom the Scripture means, by new Creatures, the Children of God, the Children of Light, the Images of God:
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Much more that those that live after the flesh, who are proud, covetous, sensual, filthy, beastly in their conversations,
Much more that those that live After the Flesh, who Are proud, covetous, sensual, filthy, beastly in their conversations,
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yet if they have been baptized, and passed under that sacramental Regeneration, and do but say,
yet if they have been baptised, and passed under that sacramental Regeneration, and do but say,
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now and then, I repent, or God forgive me, that these also are the children of God,
now and then, I Repent, or God forgive me, that these also Are the children of God,
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and have all that new Birth which is necessary to their seeing the Kingdom of God, Who can with any colour of reason imagine? Such as can make themselves believe this, have made such a forfeiture of their understandings, that they may be like in time to believe, that the Devil is God, and that Hell is Heaven;
and have all that new Birth which is necessary to their seeing the Kingdom of God, Who can with any colour of reason imagine? Such as can make themselves believe this, have made such a forfeiture of their understandings, that they may be like in time to believe, that the devil is God, and that Hell is Heaven;
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and may even take up the Alcoran for their Bible, and let the Scriptures go for a Fable.
and may even take up the Alcorani for their bible, and let the Scriptures go for a Fable.
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Sinners, consider with your selves, is there any such thing as the new Birth? Can there be a New Birth, without a New Life? Doth Christ bring forth Dead Children, or do dry bones live? Doth the Gospel bring forth monstrous births, Children without eyes, without an head, without an heart,
Sinners, Consider with your selves, is there any such thing as the new Birth? Can there be a New Birth, without a New Life? Does christ bring forth Dead Children, or do dry bones live? Does the Gospel bring forth monstrous births, Children without eyes, without an head, without an heart,
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or with the heart of a beast under the face of a man? Doth it bring forth Serpents, Vipers, Dogs, Swine,
or with the heart of a beast under the face of a man? Does it bring forth Serpents, Vipers, Dogs, Swine,
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for its Children, and must the Kingdom of Heaven be peopled with such Inhabitants as these? If these be the Children of the Kingdom, where or who are the Children of this World? are the Nathaniels, the Israelites indeed, in whom there is no guile:
for its Children, and must the Kingdom of Heaven be peopled with such Inhabitants as these? If these be the Children of the Kingdom, where or who Are the Children of this World? Are the nathaniel's, the Israelites indeed, in whom there is no guile:
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Are these the true seed, and the Saints spurious? are these the sons, and the Saints bastards?
are these the true seed, and the Saints spurious? Are these the Sons, and the Saints bastards?
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Or if you will let these vile ones of the earth go as none of the seed;
Or if you will let these vile ones of the earth go as none of the seed;
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take the best of carnal men, that have the fairest face of Religion, and form of holiness, without the in-side, the new nature;
take the best of carnal men, that have the Fairest face of Religion, and from of holiness, without the inside, the new nature;
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are these they? Is the shadow the substance, and the substance but a shadow? To say that the inward life of godliness, the spirit and soul of Christianity, is but a conceit,
Are these they? Is the shadow the substance, and the substance but a shadow? To say that the inward life of godliness, the Spirit and soul of Christianity, is but a conceit,
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and this out-side is all, this Christianity is as good reason, as to affirm, that a picture is a man,
and this outside is all, this Christianity is as good reason, as to affirm, that a picture is a man,
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and that a living man is but a picture;
and that a living man is but a picture;
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and as good Divinity as I my self heard Preached at Oxford, about thirty years since, by a zealous Advocate,
and as good Divinity as I my self herd Preached At Oxford, about thirty Years since, by a zealous Advocate,
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for the lawfulness of Sports on the Lords Day;
for the lawfulness of Sports on the lords Day;
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who Preaching about the observation of the Sabbath, and distinguishing betwixt the Substantial, and the Circumstantial duties of that day, said, That Preaching is a Religious Ceremony, Praying is a Religious Ceremony,
who Preaching about the observation of the Sabbath, and distinguishing betwixt the Substantial, and the Circumstantial duties of that day, said, That Preaching is a Religious Ceremony, Praying is a Religious Ceremony,
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but bowing at the Name of Jesus, standing at the Creed and Gospel, Holy and Religious Feasting, Holy and Religous Dancing; these are the Substantials. Hence it follows,but bowing At the Name of jesus, standing At the Creed and Gospel, Holy and Religious Feasting, Holy and Religious Dancing; these Are the Substantials. Hence it follows,
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1. That Regeneration is not a Suppositious change, or the counterfeit of a change; there is some difference hereby put betwixt persons and persons;
1. That Regeneration is not a Suppositious change, or the counterfeit of a change; there is Some difference hereby put betwixt Persons and Persons;
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the Regenerate and the Unregenerate are not one and the same, no more than the living and the dead.
the Regenerate and the Unregenerate Are not one and the same, no more than the living and the dead.
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2. It is not a bare Relative change, as Justification and Adoption are held to be;
2. It is not a bore Relative change, as Justification and Adoption Are held to be;
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there is a change of nature wrought by it, and not barely of Relation. 3. It is not a Superficial change, or meerly outward that goes only skin-deep;
there is a change of nature wrought by it, and not barely of Relation. 3. It is not a Superficial change, or merely outward that Goes only Skin-deep;
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it is not, as 'tis said concerning Baptism, only the washing away of the filth of the flesh, the cleansing of the out-side,
it is not, as it's said Concerning Baptism, only the washing away of the filth of the Flesh, the cleansing of the outside,
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and leaving lust to reign within: Regeneration is the change of the man, and not barely of the manner.
and leaving lust to Reign within: Regeneration is the change of the man, and not barely of the manner.
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4. In this change we may read all godliness, we may read the use of things very much in their beings;
4. In this change we may read all godliness, we may read the use of things very much in their beings;
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we may know wherefore they are much the better, if we understand what they are; Gods expectations may he read in his operations;
we may know Wherefore they Are much the better, if we understand what they Are; God's Expectations may he read in his operations;
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we may understand much of our work, by observing Gods work upon us:
we may understand much of our work, by observing God's work upon us:
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As God, in making men living souls, does thereby tell us, he expects other things from them,
As God, in making men living Souls, does thereby tell us, he expects other things from them,
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than from dead stocks and stones; and in making them reasonable souls, intimates, that he expects they should live other lives than dogs or swine, so in making them Christians, making them partakers of the Divine Nature, he makes it evident, that he expects they should live another life than other men.
than from dead stocks and stones; and in making them reasonable Souls, intimates, that he expects they should live other lives than Dogs or Swine, so in making them Christians, making them partakers of the Divine Nature, he makes it evident, that he expects they should live Another life than other men.
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The new life, or life of godliness, may be read in our new birth, or new natures:
The new life, or life of godliness, may be read in our new birth, or new nature's:
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The Regenerate are said, Eph. 2. 10. To be created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God had before ordained that they should walk in them:
The Regenerate Are said, Ephesians 2. 10. To be created in christ jesus unto good works, which God had before ordained that they should walk in them:
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Created unto good works, that notes two things. 1. Intended to good works. 2. Fitted to good works.Created unto good works, that notes two things. 1. Intended to good works. 2. Fitted to good works.
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1. That in their new making, they were intended to good works, this was Gods minde and meaning, he fore-ordained that they should walk in them:
1. That in their new making, they were intended to good works, this was God's mind and meaning, he foreordained that they should walk in them:
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He did not set up such a light in man to be put under a bushel;
He did not Set up such a Light in man to be put under a bushel;
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he bestowed not such a talent on man, to be bound up in a Napkin.
he bestowed not such a talon on man, to be bound up in a Napkin.
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2. That in their new making, they were fitted to good works, created to good works, that is, they were brought forth in such an holy nature, indued with such a Divine light, such holy principles, powers, affections, dispositions,
2. That in their new making, they were fitted to good works, created to good works, that is, they were brought forth in such an holy nature, endued with such a Divine Light, such holy principles, Powers, affections, dispositions,
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and inclinations, as fitted them for an holy active life;
and inclinations, as fitted them for an holy active life;
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And this Divine, and excellent structure of this new creature, do both signifie what life it is intended to;
And this Divine, and excellent structure of this new creature, do both signify what life it is intended to;
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and that this life to which it is intended ▪ is indeed an excellent life; there is something sure in this godly life;
and that this life to which it is intended ▪ is indeed an excellent life; there is something sure in this godly life;
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God did not new make men for nothing;
God did not new make men for nothing;
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and something of worth and real excellency, or else he would not have been at such cost in preparing men for it;
and something of worth and real excellency, or Else he would not have been At such cost in preparing men for it;
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if there were no other godly life, than that which the carnal world count godliness, there needed no new Creation to fit men for it, What is there in the whole frame of the Religion of the vulgar,
if there were no other godly life, than that which the carnal world count godliness, there needed no new Creation to fit men for it, What is there in the Whole frame of the Religion of the Vulgar,
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but a carnal man may reach to? For the devotional part of it, Saying, or hearing of a prayer, observing of dayes, rites and customes, &c. What great difficulty is there in that? May not a Publican do the same? Yea, may not a Harlot, a Drunkard,
but a carnal man may reach to? For the devotional part of it, Saying, or hearing of a prayer, observing of days, Rites and customs, etc. What great difficulty is there in that? May not a Publican do the same? Yea, may not a Harlot, a Drunkard,
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an Idiot do the same? Such devotions will neither disturb their lusts, nor yet will their lusts distate or disable such devotions;
an Idiot do the same? Such devotions will neither disturb their Lustiest, nor yet will their Lustiest distate or disable such devotions;
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and for the righteousness of it, to love those that love them, to be good neighbours, to be no Extortioners, no Adulterers, &c. there is not so very much in that, do not even the Pharisees do the same? What do you more than others? said Christ to his Disciples.
and for the righteousness of it, to love those that love them, to be good neighbours, to be no Extortioners, no Adulterers, etc. there is not so very much in that, do not even the Pharisees do the same? What do you more than Others? said christ to his Disciples.
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What singular or excellent thing do you? God hath done singularly well by you;
What singular or excellent thing do you? God hath done singularly well by you;
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you are fearfully and wonderfully made (as 'tis true of the natural, so much more of your new birth) and curiously wrought, not in the lower parts of the earth, but in the highest heavens;
you Are fearfully and wonderfully made (as it's true of the natural, so much more of your new birth) and curiously wrought, not in the lower parts of the earth, but in the highest heavens;
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you are born from above, God hath done more for you than for others;
you Are born from above, God hath done more for you than for Others;
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what do you more than others? Some it may be would have answered, What do you more than others? Why, there's no more to be done, all that's done more than others do, is meer fancy or conceit:
what do you more than Others? some it may be would have answered, What do you more than Others? Why, there's no more to be done, all that's done more than Others do, is mere fancy or conceit:
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But beloved, when you look upon that sapless, lifeless empty way of Religion, which others are content with, methinks your reasons should demand, What hath God new-made me, made me partaker of the Divine Nature, of the life of God,
But Beloved, when you look upon that sapless, Lifeless empty Way of Religion, which Others Are content with, methinks your Reasons should demand, What hath God new-made me, made me partaker of the Divine Nature, of the life of God,
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for no more but this? hath God given such a glorious Gospel, raised up such a mighty Saviour, who hath shed such precious blood, sent forth such a glorious spirit, given commission to such multitudes of heavenly Ambassadors, to Preach, perswade, beseech, exhort, to travel in birth with me, till Christ hath been formed in me,
for no more but this? hath God given such a glorious Gospel, raised up such a mighty Saviour, who hath shed such precious blood, sent forth such a glorious Spirit, given commission to such Multitudes of heavenly ambassadors, to Preach, persuade, beseech, exhort, to travel in birth with me, till christ hath been formed in me,
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and all this, to bring me to no better a life than this? Surely there is something farther, that the Lord hath been at all this cost, and built this structure for.
and all this, to bring me to no better a life than this? Surely there is something farther, that the Lord hath been At all this cost, and built this structure for.
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Study this new birth, study the new ▪ Creation more throughly, and if you see not the most holy, heavenly, spiritual conversation that is pleaded for radically and seminally in the bowels of it,
Study this new birth, study the new ▪ Creation more thoroughly, and if you see not the most holy, heavenly, spiritual Conversation that is pleaded for radically and seminally in the bowels of it,
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then let godliness pass for a fancy for ever.
then let godliness pass for a fancy for ever.
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Let the Regenerate but live according to their new nature, and if that be not the very godly life we contend with you about,
Let the Regenerate but live according to their new nature, and if that be not the very godly life we contend with you about,
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then call us what you will.
then call us what you will.
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5. Faith is no fancy, Hebr. 11. 1. Faith is the ground, or the subsistence of things hoped for,
5. Faith is no fancy, Hebrew 11. 1. Faith is the ground, or the subsistence of things hoped for,
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and the evidence of things not seen. and the evidence of things not seen.
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It hath a sure foundation on which it's bottom'd, that sure word of promise, 2 Pet. 1. 19. To the which (saith the Apostle) ye do well, that ye take heed.
It hath a sure Foundation on which it's bottomed, that sure word of promise, 2 Pet. 1. 19. To the which (Says the Apostle) you do well, that you take heed.
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There is a believing on Christ for Salvation, and a believing that we shall be saved by Christ; the former is called the direct act of faith, and is the Souls accepting of Christ for Lord and Saviour,
There is a believing on christ for Salvation, and a believing that we shall be saved by christ; the former is called the Direct act of faith, and is the Souls accepting of christ for Lord and Saviour,
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and an adventuring, an• resting upon him for life;
and an adventuring, an• resting upon him for life;
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this is founded on the Rock of Ages, on the veracity and faithfulnesse of that God that cannot lye, who hath said, John 3. 16. Wh•soever believeth on his Son, shall not perish, but have everlasting life.
this is founded on the Rock of Ages, on the veracity and faithfulness of that God that cannot lie, who hath said, John 3. 16. Wh•soever Believeth on his Son, shall not perish, but have everlasting life.
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The latter, in the Saints, is called, The R•flex of Faith, and hath its Foundation, partly on the Word of God without them, partly on the Work of God within them:
The latter, in the Saints, is called, The R•flex of Faith, and hath its Foundation, partly on the Word of God without them, partly on the Work of God within them:
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And this Faith, or rather this Act of Faith, if the former hath been first put forth, is such also, as will never deceive.
And this Faith, or rather this Act of Faith, if the former hath been First put forth, is such also, as will never deceive.
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As those that trust in God, because they have the Word and Oath of God, in which two immutable things, it is impossible for God to lye, shall not be confounded, but have strong consolation:
As those that trust in God, Because they have the Word and Oath of God, in which two immutable things, it is impossible for God to lie, shall not be confounded, but have strong consolation:
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So those that believe they shall be saved, because they find their hearts purified;
So those that believe they shall be saved, Because they find their hearts purified;
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who believe that their names are written in Heaven, because they find the Law and Image of God written.
who believe that their names Are written in Heaven, Because they find the Law and Image of God written.
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and engraven in their hearts, who believe that they shall not come into condemnation, because they are in Christ,
and engraven in their hearts, who believe that they shall not come into condemnation, Because they Are in christ,
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and walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit, who believe they shall overcome death,
and walk not After the Flesh, but After the Spirit, who believe they shall overcome death,
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because they have overcome the World; that they shall reap in mercy, because they have sown in righteousnesse;
Because they have overcome the World; that they shall reap in mercy, Because they have sown in righteousness;
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that they shall reap in joy, because they have sown in tears;
that they shall reap in joy, Because they have sown in tears;
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that they shall receive the inheritance of Sons, because they have received the Adoption of Sons; who finding themselves firmly knit and joyned to the Lord, are perswaded, that neither Death,
that they shall receive the inheritance of Sons, Because they have received the Adoption of Sons; who finding themselves firmly knit and joined to the Lord, Are persuaded, that neither Death,
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nor Life, nor Angels, nor Principalities, nor Powers, nor things present, nor things to come,
nor Life, nor Angels, nor Principalities, nor Powers, nor things present, nor things to come,
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nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature shall be able to separate them from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus their Lord. nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature shall be able to separate them from the love of God, which is in christ jesus their Lord.
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Those, that on such grounds as these, believe they shall be saved, it shall certainly be unto them, according to their faith;
Those, that on such grounds as these, believe they shall be saved, it shall Certainly be unto them, according to their faith;
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if it be thus with them indeed; if they be in Christ; if they walk not after the flesh, but after the Sp••it;
if it be thus with them indeed; if they be in christ; if they walk not After the Flesh, but After the Sp••it;
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if their hearts be purified, &c. The Word of the Lord stands good and sure to them, that they shall not come into condemnation;
if their hearts be purified, etc. The Word of the Lord Stands good and sure to them, that they shall not come into condemnation;
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and they shall as infallibly be saved, as if their particular names had been written in the promises:
and they shall as infallibly be saved, as if their particular names had been written in the promises:
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The veracity of God stands as firmly engaged to make good conditional promises, where the condition is fulfilled,
The veracity of God Stands as firmly engaged to make good conditional promises, where the condition is fulfilled,
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as if the promise had been absolute. There is a faith which is a meer fancy.
as if the promise had been absolute. There is a faith which is a mere fancy.
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The faith of Enthusiasts• who believe, upon unscriptural Revelation, who believe above and besides what is •ritten;
The faith of Enthusiasts• who believe, upon unscriptural Revelation, who believe above and beside what is •ritten;
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the f•ith of Ignorants, whose belief is (according to the Athenians workship) on the unknown God; the faith of Idlers, who believe they shall rest with Christ though they never laboured with him:
the f•ith of ignorants, whose belief is (according to the Athenians workship) on the unknown God; the faith of Idlers, who believe they shall rest with christ though they never laboured with him:
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The faith of the profane, who believe they shall be saved, though they be not sanctified, such faith is meer fancy;
The faith of the profane, who believe they shall be saved, though they be not sanctified, such faith is mere fancy;
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opinion or presumption you may call it rather than faith:
opinion or presumption you may call it rather than faith:
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You that are ignorant, idle, profane, and unsanctified, and yet believe you shall be saved, you believe a lye;
You that Are ignorant, idle, profane, and unsanctified, and yet believe you shall be saved, you believe a lie;
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you believe that which God hath never said shall be;
you believe that which God hath never said shall be;
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nay, you believe that which God hath said shall never be, Jer. 27. 11. They are a people of no understanding,
nay, you believe that which God hath said shall never be, Jer. 27. 11. They Are a people of no understanding,
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therefore •e that made them will not save them, 1 Cor. 6. 11. Such shall never inherit the Kingdom of God. Therefore •e that made them will not save them, 1 Cor. 6. 11. Such shall never inherit the Kingdom of God.
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Hear sinners, hear, God must be a lyar, or your faith a lye.
Hear Sinners, hear, God must be a liar, or your faith a lie.
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But the faith of God's Elect, such as hath been before described, this is that precious tryed faith ▪ by which whosoever believes shall not be confounded, Christians, you that have obtained such precious faith, a Christ-imbrac•ng faith,
But the faith of God's Elect, such as hath been before described, this is that precious tried faith ▪ by which whosoever believes shall not be confounded, Christians, you that have obtained such precious faith, a Christ-imbrac•ng faith,
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an heart-purifying, a flesh-mortifying, a world-conquering faith, you may venture safely upon it;
an heart-purifying, a flesh-mortifying, a World-conquering faith, you may venture safely upon it;
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if ever this faith deceive you, God hath deceived you, the Scriptures have deceived you ▪ Christ hath deceived you, who hath prayed (and we may be bold to turn Christ's prayer into a promise) that this faith fail not;
if ever this faith deceive you, God hath deceived you, the Scriptures have deceived you ▪ christ hath deceived you, who hath prayed (and we may be bold to turn Christ's prayer into a promise) that this faith fail not;
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let the Phanatick world laugh, and mock, and call your consolations delusions, your confidence conceit,
let the Fanatic world laugh, and mock, and call your consolations delusions, your confidence conceit,
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or what they will, let them alone, you must give losers leave to talk and laugh;
or what they will, let them alone, you must give losers leave to talk and laugh;
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yet, cast not away your confidence, which hath great recompence of toward. 6. The Doctrine concerning Good Works, is a certain truth. In this I shall shew,
yet, cast not away your confidence, which hath great recompense of towards. 6. The Doctrine Concerning Good Works, is a certain truth. In this I shall show,
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First, What we are to understand by Good Works; A good work in general, is an holy, ▪ or gracious action;First, What we Are to understand by Good Works; A good work in general, is an holy, ▪ or gracious actium;
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to the making up whereof th•se four things are necessary.
to the making up whereof th•se four things Are necessary.
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1. The principle must be good from which it proceeds, it must be from an honest and upright heart,
1. The principle must be good from which it proceeds, it must be from an honest and upright heart,
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for a pure conscience, from faith unfeigned, &c. Mat. 12. 35. 1 Tim. 1. 5. 2. The matter must be good;
for a pure conscience, from faith unfeigned, etc. Mathew 12. 35. 1 Tim. 1. 5. 2. The matter must be good;
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something that is commended, Micah 6. 8. He hath shewed thee, O man, what is good,
something that is commended, micah 6. 8. He hath showed thee, Oh man, what is good,
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and what doth the Lord require of thee? Isa. 29. 13. Their fear towards me, wa• taught by the precepts of men. and what does the Lord require of thee? Isaiah 29. 13. Their Fear towards me, wa• taught by the Precepts of men.
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3. The form or manner of doing must be good, it must be well done; this takes in the con•ideration of all its circumstances, of time, place, &c.
3. The from or manner of doing must be good, it must be well done; this Takes in the con•ideration of all its Circumstances, of time, place, etc.
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4. The end must be good, it must be done to the glory of God, 1 Cor. 10. 31.
4. The end must be good, it must be done to the glory of God, 1 Cor. 10. 31.
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As to the particular kinds of Good Works, they are not easily to be reckon'd up:
As to the particular Kinds of Good Works, they Are not Easily to be reckoned up:
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The Papists talk little of any good works, but the exercises of bounty and liberality, in giving Alms, feeding the hungry, cloathing the naked, visiting and relieving the afflicted, building of Almes-houses, Colledges ▪ and the like;
The Papists talk little of any good works, but the exercises of bounty and liberality, in giving Alms, feeding the hungry, clothing the naked, visiting and relieving the afflicted, building of Almshouses, Colleges ▪ and the like;
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upon which they •ufist so much, as if there were scarce any other good works, but such as these;
upon which they •ufist so much, as if there were scarce any other good works, but such as these;
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but we may not confine them within so narrow a compass. Good works do signifie the same with a good life, or a godly life;
but we may not confine them within so narrow a compass. Good works do signify the same with a good life, or a godly life;
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the doing and observing all things which God hath commanded us: Our living holily, honestly, circumspectly, fruitfully, imports the same with our doing good works;
the doing and observing all things which God hath commanded us: Our living holily, honestly, circumspectly, fruitfully, imports the same with our doing good works;
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the exercising of all the graces of Christ, faith, love, hope, &c. The subduing and mortifying of lust and corruption, the governing our hearts, the governing our tongues, the ordering of our carriages towards God, and towards men;
the exercising of all the graces of christ, faith, love, hope, etc. The subduing and mortifying of lust and corruption, the governing our hearts, the governing our tongues, the ordering of our carriages towards God, and towards men;
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all acts of Religion, Righteousness, Mercy, Charity, Praying, Fasting, Hearing, Sanctifying the Sabbath, Lending, Giving, Forgiving, Peace-making, Instructing, Exhorting, Reproving, Denying our selves, taking up our Cross, following Christ, Fighting the good fight of Faith, laying up treasure in heaven, and the like: these are good works;
all acts of Religion, Righteousness, Mercy, Charity, Praying, Fasting, Hearing, Sanctifying the Sabbath, Lending, Giving, Forgiving, Peacemaking, Instructing, Exhorting, Reproving, Denying our selves, taking up our Cross, following christ, Fighting the good fight of Faith, laying up treasure in heaven, and the like: these Are good works;
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every thing is a good work, concerning which God will say at last, Well done good and faithful Servant:
every thing is a good work, Concerning which God will say At last, Well done good and faithful Servant:
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In all these the Lord requires,
In all these the Lord requires,
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1. That we act, Ad extremum virium, to our utmost, Eccles. 9. 10. What thine hand findeth to do, and so what thy head,
1. That we act, Ad extremum virium, to our utmost, Eccles. 9. 10. What thine hand finds to do, and so what thy head,
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or thy heart findeth to do, do it with thy might, Tit. 2. 14. Zealous of good works, Rom. 12. 14. Not sloathful in business, but servent in spirit, serving the Lord, Col. 1. 10. Fruitful in good works, 1 Cor. 15. ult.
or thy heart finds to do, do it with thy might, Tit. 2. 14. Zealous of good works, Rom. 12. 14. Not slothful in business, but servient in Spirit, serving the Lord, Col. 1. 10. Fruitful in good works, 1 Cor. 15. ult.
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Abounding in the work of the Lord. Abounding in the work of the Lord.
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2. That we act in these, Ad extremum vitae; to the end of our dayes, Deut. 6. 2. Fear the Lord thy God,
2. That we act in these, Ad extremum vitae; to the end of our days, Deuteronomy 6. 2. fear the Lord thy God,
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and keep all his statutes, and his Commandments all the dayes of thy life. 3. That we be doing, Per totum vitae cursum, without intermission;and keep all his statutes, and his commandments all the days of thy life. 3. That we be doing, Per totum vitae Cursum, without intermission;
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there must not only be welldoing, but a continuance in well-doing, Rom. 2. God will not have any Chasms or vacuities in our lives,
there must not only be welldoing, but a Continuance in welldoing, Rom. 2. God will not have any Chasms or Vacuities in our lives,
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but every day must be filled up with the duties of it; Christians must not thin of getting to heaven, persaltum, they must not leap, but walk;
but every day must be filled up with the duties of it; Christians must not thin of getting to heaven, persaltum, they must not leap, but walk;
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they must not leap over a duty, nor leap over a day, nulla dies, fine linea.
they must not leap over a duty, nor leap over a day, nulla dies, fine linea.
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The Law of God doth not allow a day to sin, not abate us one dayes work.
The Law of God does not allow a day to since, not abate us one days work.
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To demand a breathing time from the service of God, is to desire so much time for the service of sin.
To demand a breathing time from the service of God, is to desire so much time for the service of since.
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We are ever serving one Master, or the other ▪ we are certainly serving sin, when we are not in one way or other, serving the Lord.
We Are ever serving one Master, or the other ▪ we Are Certainly serving since, when we Are not in one Way or other, serving the Lord.
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Secondly, That go•d works are necessary:Secondly, That go•d works Are necessary:
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Necessary to salvation a so as though we are not like to be saved by our works,
Necessary to salvation a so as though we Are not like to be saved by our works,
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yet we cannot be saved without them. He that works not, shall not eat bread in the Kingdom of God.
yet we cannot be saved without them. He that works not, shall not eat bred in the Kingdom of God.
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The everlasting Rest is not for loyterers, but for labourers, Mat ▪ 7. 21. Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the Kingdom of heaven,
The everlasting Rest is not for loiterers, but for labourers, Mathew ▪ 7. 21. Not every one that Says unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the Kingdom of heaven,
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but he that doth the Will of my Father which is in heaven. Faith cannot save us without works:but he that does the Will of my Father which is in heaven. Faith cannot save us without works:
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The Apostle tells us, Jam. 2. 26. Faith without works is dead; and a dead faith cannot bring us to life.
The Apostle tells us, Jam. 2. 26. Faith without works is dead; and a dead faith cannot bring us to life.
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Therefore the Apostle Paul so vehemently charges, Tit. 3. 8. This is a faithful saying,
Therefore the Apostle Paul so vehemently charges, Tit. 3. 8. This is a faithful saying,
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and these things ▪ I will that thou affirm constantly, that they which have believed in God may be careful to maintain good works,
and these things ▪ I will that thou affirm constantly, that they which have believed in God may be careful to maintain good works,
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for these things are good and profitable to men. for these things Are good and profitable to men.
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Where observe the Preface to the cha•ge, This is a faithful saying, that is, a true saying,
Where observe the Preface to the cha•ge, This is a faithful saying, that is, a true saying,
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and a great truth, a worthy saying, worthy to be delivered, worthy to be received, And these things, I will that thou affirm constantly, or teach constantly or strenuously,
and a great truth, a worthy saying, worthy to be Delivered, worthy to be received, And these things, I will that thou affirm constantly, or teach constantly or strenuously,
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or resolvedly, be not beaten off from it.
or resolvedly, be not beaten off from it.
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Why, what is this great truth? Why, •his is it, That they which have believed in God,
Why, what is this great truth? Why, •his is it, That they which have believed in God,
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as ever they would that their faith should stand them in any stead, must be careful to maintain good works: as ever they would that their faith should stand them in any stead, must be careful to maintain good works:
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not only to do good works, but NONLATINALPHABET, to maintain, or to excel and abound in good works;
not only to do good works, but, to maintain, or to excel and abound in good works;
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these things are good and profitable to men.
these things Are good and profitable to men.
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Now let me demand of all the world, where lies the Phanaticisme in any of all this? Which of these Doctrines is it that is but a conceit? Is it this, that Christians must not onely be believers,
Now let me demand of all the world, where lies the Phanaticisme in any of all this? Which of these Doctrines is it that is but a conceit? Is it this, that Christians must not only be believers,
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but must do good wo•ks? Is it this, That they must work with all their might, that they must be doing to the end of their dayes, that they must continue at their work witho•t intermission (that is) that they must bestow no•e of their time on the Devil ▪ but all on God? Or is this the conceit, That this well-doing is necessary to our well-being? Let this be granted, that there is no fancy in all this,but must do good wo•ks? Is it this, That they must work with all their might, that they must be doing to the end of their days, that they must continue At their work witho•t intermission (that is) that they must bestow no•e of their time on the devil ▪ but all on God? Or is this the conceit, That this welldoing is necessary to our well-being? Let this be granted, that there is no fancy in all this,
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and I have at once dispatched my whole undertaking, and if I had no more to say, have sufficiently made it good to you, that strict godlinesse is no fancy.
and I have At once dispatched my Whole undertaking, and if I had no more to say, have sufficiently made it good to you, that strict godliness is no fancy.
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For this doctrine of good works, which I have laid before you ▪ this is Godlinesse, godlinesse in the greatest severity and strictnesse of it;
For this Doctrine of good works, which I have laid before you ▪ this is Godliness, godliness in the greatest severity and strictness of it;
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grant a necessity of such a life as this, and you grant all that is desired.
grant a necessity of such a life as this, and you grant all that is desired.
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And can any of this be denied? Must we serve the Lord? To be doing good is the same with serving God.
And can any of this be denied? Must we serve the Lord? To be doing good is the same with serving God.
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Must we serve the Lord only, and wholly, may not sin claim a share, and now and then something to be done for the Devil? Must we serve the Lord with all our might,
Must we serve the Lord only, and wholly, may not since claim a share, and now and then something to be done for the devil? Must we serve the Lord with all our might,
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or may less serve? Consider that Scripture, Luke 17. 10. When you have done all that you can, say, we are unprofitable servants, we have done no more than is our duty to do.
or may less serve? Consider that Scripture, Lycia 17. 10. When you have done all that you can, say, we Are unprofitable Servants, we have done no more than is our duty to do.
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When we have given unto God all that we owe him, then let the flesh and the Devil take the rest.
When we have given unto God all that we owe him, then let the Flesh and the devil take the rest.
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Beloved, consider what I have said, and observe whether all that diligence, faithfulness, zeal, tenderness,
beloved, Consider what I have said, and observe whither all that diligence, faithfulness, zeal, tenderness,
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and preciseness, which the strictest Christians either do or profess, be not included in these three things, to serve the Lord with all our might, to the end of our dayes,
and preciseness, which the Strictest Christians either do or profess, be not included in these three things, to serve the Lord with all our might, to the end of our days,
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and in a constant and continued course of godliness.
and in a constant and continued course of godliness.
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Christians ▪ now that you see that little weight or reason hitherto there appears in this charge of the world ▪ against us, let us be encouraged to hold fast,
Christians ▪ now that you see that little weight or reason hitherto there appears in this charge of the world ▪ against us, let us be encouraged to hold fast,
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and hold on our holy course;
and hold on our holy course;
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let our practises be exact according to our principles, and let our principles alone to plead for themselves;
let our practises be exact according to our principles, and let our principles alone to plead for themselves;
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God will plead for them against all the world:
God will plead for them against all the world:
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Let us no• give occasion to evil men to charge us with looseness, and then we may give them leave to charge us wit• overmuch strictness. But oh!
Let us no• give occasion to evil men to charge us with looseness, and then we may give them leave to charge us wit• overmuch strictness. But o!
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how much reason have we to blame ou•selves on the one hand, whilest they injuriously blame us on the other:
how much reason have we to blame ou•selves on the one hand, whilst they injuriously blame us on the other:
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Too strict, too precise, too painful in the work of the Lord? Oh, how sadly ▪ deficient rather are we!
Too strict, too precise, too painful in the work of the Lord? O, how sadly ▪ deficient rather Are we!
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How spare are our duties how little is our care ▪ how uneven are our goings.
How spare Are our duties how little is our care ▪ how uneven Are our goings.
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We need not fear any excess where we feel so many defects.
We need not Fear any excess where we feel so many defects.
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Oh how scanty are our services for our God, how barren are our fields, how thin do our good fruits spring up? Sinners charge us with our barrenness,
O how scanty Are our services for our God, how barren Are our fields, how thin doe our good fruits spring up? Sinners charge us with our Barrenness,
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and we will joyn with you in the charge: The Lord pardon us, it is but little that we have brought forth;
and we will join with you in the charge: The Lord pardon us, it is but little that we have brought forth;
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our good fruits are but like the gleanings of the harvest, here and there an ear, or a poor handful:
our good fruits Are but like the gleanings of the harvest, Here and there an ear, or a poor handful:
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or like the gleanings of the Olive tree, Is. 17. 6. Two or three berries in the top of the uppermostbo•gh, four or five in the outmost fruitful branches• Blessed be God for any thing,
or like the gleanings of the Olive tree, Is. 17. 6. Two or three berries in the top of the uppermostbo•gh, four or five in the outmost fruitful branches• Blessed be God for any thing,
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but woe to us that there is no more;
but woe to us that there is no more;
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it is but here a little and there a little, here a line and there a blank, that we have to shew.
it is but Here a little and there a little, Here a line and there a blank, that we have to show.
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Oh how many Chasms and Vacuities are there to be found in our course? how many empty hours,
O how many Chasms and Vacuities Are there to be found in our course? how many empty hours,
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and empty dayes have we lived, concerning which, if we should have asked, Anima qu•d fecisti •odie, Soul, what account canst thou give of this dayes work? Instead of giving in our Bill we must give in a Blank, and write down nothing but Perdidi Perdidi, I have lost a day more.
and empty days have we lived, Concerning which, if we should have asked, Anima qu•d fecisti •odie, Soul, what account Canst thou give of this days work? Instead of giving in our Bill we must give in a Blank, and write down nothing but Perdidi Perdidi, I have lost a day more.
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Oh Brethren, let us take heed of giving in any, more such blank accounts, lest from our Perdidi we should at last come to write down Perii, perii, I am lost, I am undone, I have lost so much time, that now I am afraid I have lost my Sou•.
O Brothers, let us take heed of giving in any, more such blank accounts, lest from our Perdidi we should At last come to write down Perii, Perii, I am lost, I am undone, I have lost so much time, that now I am afraid I have lost my Sou•.
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Beloved, whilst others bespatter our diligence, let us bewaile our negligence, let us bewail it and amend.
beloved, while Others bespatter our diligence, let us bewail our negligence, let us bewail it and amend.
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If to be strict, and watchful, and fruitful, be to be vile, and foolish, let us resolve with that holy King.
If to be strict, and watchful, and fruitful, be to be vile, and foolish, let us resolve with that holy King.
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We will be more vile then this; we will be more foolish then this, if this be folly:We will be more vile then this; we will be more foolish then this, if this be folly:
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whilst men charge us, that our Religion is fancy, we have no such way to vindicate it,
while men charge us, that our Religion is fancy, we have no such Way to vindicate it,
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and prove it a reality, but by being more Religious, more strictly so, more fruitfully so, our fruitfulness in good works will be the proof of our sincerity,
and prove it a reality, but by being more Religious, more strictly so, more fruitfully so, our fruitfulness in good works will be the proof of our sincerity,
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and will silence our adversaries calumnies.
and will silence our Adversaries calumnies.
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Object. But is there so much in this Doctrine of good works, and all necessary to Salvation, who then can be saved? May not a good will serve to make 〈 ◊ 〉 the defects of good Works? We have heard that God accepts the will for the deed and we hope, that though we have done little,Object. But is there so much in this Doctrine of good works, and all necessary to Salvation, who then can be saved? May not a good will serve to make 〈 ◊ 〉 the defects of good Works? We have herd that God accepts the will for the deed and we hope, that though we have done little,
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yet that this will be accepted, that we have a willing minde.
yet that this will be accepted, that we have a willing mind.
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Sol. Though this be a truth, and may administer comfort of Christians in many cases, that a willing minde is accepted with God, where there is little done:
Sol. Though this be a truth, and may administer Comfort of Christians in many cases, that a willing mind is accepted with God, where there is little done:
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yet because it hath been by divers much mistaken and abused, and this mi••ke hath probably proved fatal to many a Soul being made use of to serve for an excuse of a lazy heart and b•rren life:
yet Because it hath been by diverse much mistaken and abused, and this mi••ke hath probably proved fatal to many a Soul being made use of to serve for an excuse of a lazy heart and b•rren life:
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give me leave before I proceed any farther, to turn aside a little, and make some stay upon the consideration hereof,
give me leave before I proceed any farther, to turn aside a little, and make Some stay upon the consideration hereof,
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and to shew you in what sense the will may be accepted where the work is not done.
and to show you in what sense the will may be accepted where the work is not done.
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There is a question put amongst the School-men, whether a will to sin where the Act follows not, conracts not as great a guilt in the sight of God,
There is a question put among the Schoolmen, whither a will to sin where the Act follows not, conracts not as great a guilt in the sighed of God,
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as both the will and the Act:
as both the will and the Act:
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and Durandus determines it thus, The reason why the will to sin brings not forth the Act, may be twofold, either Propter incompletam & impersectam voluntatem, because the will is not so fully and peremptorily resolved & set upon it,
and Durandus determines it thus, The reason why the will to since brings not forth the Act, may be twofold, either Propter incompletam & impersectam voluntatem, Because the will is not so Fully and peremptorily resolved & Set upon it,
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or else, Propter impedimentum aliquod, because though the will be fully resolved upon it, yet there is something that hinders the execution,
or Else, Propter impedimentum aliquod, Because though the will be Fully resolved upon it, yet there is something that hinders the execution,
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as it may be, want of power, or opportunity to commit it:
as it may be, want of power, or opportunity to commit it:
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now in the first case says he, where the reason of the nor acting the sin, is the incompleatness of the Will:
now in the First case Says he, where the reason of the nor acting the since, is the incompleatness of the Will:
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ther• the will without the act is not as great a sin as the will and act together:
ther• the will without the act is not as great a since as the will and act together:
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but if the will were so fully resolved, that it would have brought forth the act,
but if the will were so Fully resolved, that it would have brought forth the act,
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if it had not been hindred, there the guilt is as great, if the sin be not committed,
if it had not been hindered, there the guilt is as great, if the since be not committed,
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as if it had been committed. There may be use of this to the determining the present qu••on:
as if it had been committed. There may be use of this to the determining the present qu••on:
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where there is a will to perform a duty, and yet it is not •••ne ▪ if the reason of the failing be not from the ••mpleatness of the will,
where there is a will to perform a duty, and yet it is not •••ne ▪ if the reason of the failing be not from the ••mpleatness of the will,
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but from some unavoid ••inderance, there the will is accepted, as if the w••k had been done:
but from Some unavoid ••inderance, there the will is accepted, as if the w••k had been done:
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where the will is so strongly set upon a duty, as that it would have brought forth the performance, had it not been for some invincible hindrance, it shall not fail of acceptance;
where the will is so strongly Set upon a duty, as that it would have brought forth the performance, had it not been for Some invincible hindrance, it shall not fail of acceptance;
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the reason is, because where the defect is not in the will God hath the heart,
the reason is, Because where the defect is not in the will God hath the heart,
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and wheresoever God hath the heart, there is certain acceptance with God:
and wheresoever God hath the heart, there is certain acceptance with God:
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where the heart is ingaged against any particular lust, and is resolved upon it, this lust I must mortifie,
where the heart is engaged against any particular lust, and is resolved upon it, this lust I must mortify,
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and through the help of God will seek its destruction, though it cannot yet compass it,
and through the help of God will seek its destruction, though it cannot yet compass it,
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yet this resolution evidences, that the heart is on Gods side;
yet this resolution evidences, that the heart is on God's side;
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it doth not side with lust against God, but ••des with God against lust, and so in all other the like cases, 2 Cor. 8. 11. If there be first a willing mind, it is accepted according to what a man hath,
it does not side with lust against God, but ••des with God against lust, and so in all other the like cases, 2 Cor. 8. 11. If there be First a willing mind, it is accepted according to what a man hath,
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and not according to what he hath not: and not according to what he hath not:
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He that gives according to what he hath, he that does according to what he hath,
He that gives according to what he hath, he that does according to what he hath,
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and does it heartily, shall be accepted undoubtedly.
and does it heartily, shall be accepted undoubtedly.
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It may be thy case may be such sometimes, that to will may be all thou hast towards a Duty:
It may be thy case may be such sometime, that to will may be all thou hast towards a Duty:
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As for instance, when thou hast a will to shew mercy ▪ to give an Almes,
As for instance, when thou hast a will to show mercy ▪ to give an Alms,
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if thou hast nothing to give, thy will is all thou hast.
if thou hast nothing to give, thy will is all thou hast.
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'Tis true, there may be mistakes and we are too apt to such mistakes, to impute our failings in duty to want of ability ▪ when they are from want of will.
It's true, there may be mistakes and we Are too apt to such mistakes, to impute our failings in duty to want of ability ▪ when they Are from want of will.
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How ordinarily do men thus excuse their grossest neglects, even when they yield themselves over to an universal, careless ▪ and idle life, wherein there is not the least care or pains taken to please or follow God? Why, I do what I can, I can do no more than I can;
How ordinarily do men thus excuse their Grossest neglects, even when they yield themselves over to an universal, careless ▪ and idle life, wherein there is not the least care or pains taken to please or follow God? Why, I do what I can, I can do no more than I can;
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•ould live a better life, but I cannot, when yet the will is onely in fault;
•ould live a better life, but I cannot, when yet the will is only in fault;
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though you can do 〈 ◊ 〉 than you can, yet if you had a good will to it, you •ight do more than you do.
though you can do 〈 ◊ 〉 than you can, yet if you had a good will to it, you •ight do more than you do.
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But still the great question ••• be, How may, I knovv (in case of failings of pers•••ance) whether my will be so fully set upon my duty, that there would be performance,
But still the great question ••• be, How may, I know (in case of failings of pers•••ance) whither my will be so Fully Set upon my duty, that there would be performance,
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if it were not hindred, if it were not for vvant of povver or opportunity? I answer,
if it were not hindered, if it were not for want of power or opportunity? I answer,
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1. There is no pleading want of ability to excuse a total neglect of godliness; if the pretence be, of want of ability to live a godly life in general;
1. There is no pleading want of ability to excuse a total neglect of godliness; if the pretence be, of want of ability to live a godly life in general;
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I am willing to live a godly life, but cannot, there 'tis certain the defect is in the will;I am willing to live a godly life, but cannot, there it's certain the defect is in the will;
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the Spirit of Sanctification, is a Spirit of power, and where the will is once savingly renewed by that mighty Spirit, there is certainly such a power communicated,
the Spirit of Sanctification, is a Spirit of power, and where the will is once savingly renewed by that mighty Spirit, there is Certainly such a power communicated,
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as will infallibly bring on the soul to follow God in a course of Godliness, whatever particular weaknesses and failings there may be, 2 ▪ Tim. 1. 7. God hath not given us a spirit of fe•r ▪ but of power,
as will infallibly bring on the soul to follow God in a course of Godliness, whatever particular Weaknesses and failings there may be, 2 ▪ Tim. 1. 7. God hath not given us a Spirit of fe•r ▪ but of power,
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and of love, and of a sound mind, Jer. 42, 20, 21. Ye dess•mble in your hearts when you sent me to the ▪ Lord your God, saying pray for us,
and of love, and of a found mind, Jer. 42, 20, 21. You dess•mble in your hearts when you sent me to the ▪ Lord your God, saying pray for us,
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and whatsoever the Lord our God shall speak, we will do it. and whatsoever the Lord our God shall speak, we will do it.
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Here was a fair promise, what could be said more? whatever the Lord shall say, we will do ▪ and like enough they might have some intention to it;
Here was a fair promise, what could be said more? whatever the Lord shall say, we will do ▪ and like enough they might have Some intention to it;
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but sayes the Prophet, Ye dissemble with me all the while;
but Says the Prophet, You dissemble with me all the while;
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why, how does that appear? why, in the next verse, sayes he, I have this day declared it to you,
why, how does that appear? why, in the next verse, Says he, I have this day declared it to you,
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but you have not done any thing, for which the Lord your God sent me to you. but you have not done any thing, for which the Lord your God sent me to you.
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If your hearts had been right, there would have been something done, but you have done nothing.
If your hearts had been right, there would have been something done, but you have done nothing.
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Beloved, you that say you fain would follow God, but cannot;
beloved, you that say you fain would follow God, but cannot;
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you would fain live a godly life, but do nothing towards i•• you would willingly leave off your worldly life• or your fleshly life,
you would fain live a godly life, but do nothing towards i•• you would willingly leave off your worldly life• or your fleshly life,
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or your idle life, you would fain leave off your drinking, and gaming, and wantonness,
or your idle life, you would fain leave off your drinking, and gaming, and wantonness,
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and betake your selves to praying, and repenting, and denying your selves, and minding your souls ▪ and the things of eternity, but you are not able;
and betake your selves to praying, and repenting, and denying your selves, and minding your Souls ▪ and the things of eternity, but you Are not able;
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the meaning is this, you are not willing, you cannot find in your hearts to take up such a course, you have some velleities, some wishes, and weak in•linations to godliness, but no will to it;
the meaning is this, you Are not willing, you cannot find in your hearts to take up such a course, you have Some Voluntaries, Some wishes, and weak in•linations to godliness, but no will to it;
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if there were a willing mind within, doubtless there would be some sign of it in your course without. 2. For particular duties,
if there were a willing mind within, doubtless there would be Some Signen of it in your course without. 2. For particular duties,
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when we are willing to them, and yet fall short of performance, we may know, that the will would bring forth the acts, were it not for some great impediments, 1. When the non-performance of duty brings forth sorrow and trouble of heart;
when we Are willing to them, and yet fallen short of performance, we may know, that the will would bring forth the acts, were it not for Some great impediments, 1. When the non-performance of duty brings forth sorrow and trouble of heart;
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when it is a grief of mind to us that we cannot doe what we would, Rom. 7. 18, 19, 24. To will is present with me,
when it is a grief of mind to us that we cannot do what we would, Rom. 7. 18, 19, 24. To will is present with me,
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but how to perform that which is good, I finde not, the good that I would doe, &c. Oh wretched man that I am, who shall deliver me from the body of this death. but how to perform that which is good, I find not, the good that I would do, etc. O wretched man that I am, who shall deliver me from the body of this death.
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That which hindred him was a sore •urthen to him, under which he groans, and pas•ionately wishes for his redemption and deliverance from it;
That which hindered him was a soar •urthen to him, under which he groans, and pas•ionately wishes for his redemption and deliverance from it;
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those who in case of •ailings are quiet, and well enough contented, much more, those who are glad of an excuse,
those who in case of •ailings Are quiet, and well enough contented, much more, those who Are glad of an excuse,
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as too often 'tis to be observed in many, who when they are put upon •ifficult or displ•asing Duties, are glad they have so much to say for themselves, that they are not able or have not opportunity;
as too often it's to be observed in many, who when they Are put upon •ifficult or displ•asing Duties, Are glad they have so much to say for themselves, that they Are not able or have not opportunity;
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'tis •n argument, that little would have been done, •ad they had never so great ability.
it's •n argument, that little would have been done, •ad they had never so great ability.
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2. When if we cannot doe the duty, we do what we can towards it. A man that • poor, and can't give an alms to his Brethren in distresse,
2. When if we cannot do the duty, we do what we can towards it. A man that • poor, and can't give an alms to his Brothers in distress,
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yet he can pitty them, pray for them, make their case known to others that can relieve them;
yet he can pity them, pray for them, make their case known to Others that can relieve them;
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if he do not what he can, if he do not open his bowels to them,
if he do not what he can, if he do not open his bowels to them,
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though he cannot open his hand, though he had never so much, his poor brother would be like to be little the better.
though he cannot open his hand, though he had never so much, his poor brother would be like to be little the better.
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The poor Widow, that cast in her Mite into the Treasury, which was all she had;
The poor Widow, that cast in her Mite into the Treasury, which was all she had;
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'twas a sign she had a large heart, though she gave so small a gift, 1 King. 8. 17. David had it in his heart to build an House for God and yet did it not;
'twas a Signen she had a large heart, though she gave so small a gift, 1 King. 8. 17. David had it in his heart to built an House for God and yet did it not;
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the Lord hindred him ▪ How may it be known that David would indeed (if he might) have built it? why, by this it appeared,
the Lord hindered him ▪ How may it be known that David would indeed (if he might) have built it? why, by this it appeared,
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though he might not do it, yet he did what he might towards it; though he might not build, yet he prepared materials for the building.
though he might not do it, yet he did what he might towards it; though he might not built, yet he prepared materials for the building.
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If thou art but a babe in Christ, hast had but a little time, hast yet but a little understanding, a little strength;
If thou art but a babe in christ, haste had but a little time, hast yet but a little understanding, a little strength;
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though thou canst not follow the Lord in such exactnesse, not attain to such a fruitful life,
though thou Canst not follow the Lord in such exactness, not attain to such a fruitful life,
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as those that are grown and experienced Christians have attained to, yet if whilst thou art but a child, tho• dost follow the Lord as a child, according to the measure of thine understanding and ability, thou art yet unskilful,
as those that Are grown and experienced Christians have attained to, yet if while thou art but a child, tho• dost follow the Lord as a child, according to the measure of thine understanding and ability, thou art yet unskilful,
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and performest thy duties in a broken manner, but yet thou dost perform them;
and performest thy duties in a broken manner, but yet thou dost perform them;
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thou art weak as a child, but yet art tractable as a child, willing to be led where thou canst not go:
thou art weak as a child, but yet art tractable as a child, willing to be led where thou Canst not go:
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if it be thus with thee, thou netdst not be discouraged;
if it be thus with thee, thou netdst not be discouraged;
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he that whilst he is but a child, does follow God as a child according to his measure,, tis a sign that if he were a man, he would follow him as a man.
he that while he is but a child, does follow God as a child according to his measure,, this a Signen that if he were a man, he would follow him as a man.
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If you labour under any lust, or violent passion, which it may be flows from your natural complexion, or bodily constitution, which whenever its moved and stirred, you are not able to stand before it:
If you labour under any lust, or violent passion, which it may be flows from your natural complexion, or bodily constitution, which whenever its moved and stirred, you Are not able to stand before it:
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and notwithstanding, you know it is your duty to mortifie and crucifie it, yet still this is your case, that though it be matter of great grief to you,
and notwithstanding, you know it is your duty to mortify and crucify it, yet still this is your case, that though it be matter of great grief to you,
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and as a continual thorn in your flesh, and it be the longing desire of your soul to have it destroyed,
and as a continual thorn in your Flesh, and it be the longing desire of your soul to have it destroyed,
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yet you can do little to it; in this case,
yet you can do little to it; in this case,
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1. If your will to be rid of it, bring forth a continuall watching and praying against it;
1. If your will to be rid of it, bring forth a continual watching and praying against it;
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if you cannot overcome it, yet you are fighting against it;
if you cannot overcome it, yet you Are fighting against it;
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i• it will live in you, yet you will not let it live in peac with you, especially if,
i• it will live in you, yet you will not let it live in peac with you, especially if,
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2. Your striving again it be not altogether without success, but brings forth some actual restraint of it. • as to those outward acts by which it would vent it self;
2. Your striving again it be not altogether without success, but brings forth Some actual restraint of it. • as to those outward acts by which it would vent it self;
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as if you can't overcome passion, yet you restrain in some measure your tongue from uttering i• in any angry words:
as if you can't overcome passion, yet you restrain in Some measure your tongue from uttering i• in any angry words:
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or if you cannot overcome your inward pride, yet you do forbear those self-exalting words, and vain boastings, &c. by which that lust is somented;
or if you cannot overcome your inward pride, yet you do forbear those Self-exalting words, and vain boastings, etc. by which that lust is somented;
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if your heart be so set against it, that it thus strives against the lust within,
if your heart be so Set against it, that it thus strives against the lust within,
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and does ordinarily restrain some of its outward actings, you may be sure, that if you could have your will, it should not be suffered to lodge one night more within you.
and does ordinarily restrain Some of its outward actings, you may be sure, that if you could have your will, it should not be suffered to lodge one night more within you.
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If you have a sloathful heart, and are naturally, or by occasion of any bodily distemper, dull, heavy,
If you have a slothful heart, and Are naturally, or by occasion of any bodily distemper, dull, heavy,
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and unactive, and are still wishing for a more active, lively spirit, but cannot attain it;
and unactive, and Are still wishing for a more active, lively Spirit, but cannot attain it;
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yet though your heart be heavy and sleepy, you will not let it sleep in quiet,
yet though your heart be heavy and sleepy, you will not let it sleep in quiet,
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but are frequently jogging, and awakening it, by the most stirring and quickning considerations;
but Are frequently jogging, and awakening it, by the most stirring and quickening considerations;
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if you endeavour to serve the Lord with the best you have, if what you want in quickness and sprightfulness, you labour to make up in seriousness,
if you endeavour to serve the Lord with the best you have, if what you want in quickness and sprightfulness, you labour to make up in seriousness,
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though you make on by a slow pace, yet you do go on, why, then know that you have to do with a God, that knows and considers your frame,
though you make on by a slow pace, yet you do go on, why, then know that you have to do with a God, that knows and considers your frame,
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and in this case also wil accept you, according to what you have, and not according to what you have not.
and in this case also will accept you, according to what you have, and not according to what you have not.
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3. If there be some Duties that you are unable to, yet if you be faithful in others, that you can do;
3. If there be Some Duties that you Are unable to, yet if you be faithful in Others, that you can do;
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if you have not an almes, to give to one that's poor, yet you can give counsel to him,
if you have not an alms, to give to one that's poor, yet you can give counsel to him,
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and therein shew kindness to his soul;
and therein show kindness to his soul;
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if you can't so well compose your thoughts to any fixed meditation, but are unavoidably perplexed with confusedness and distractions,
if you can't so well compose your thoughts to any fixed meditation, but Are avoidable perplexed with confusedness and distractions,
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yet you can pray, or you can spend the more time in reading;
yet you can pray, or you can spend the more time in reading;
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do you do that? If you cannot so profitably, or to so much spiritual advantage, improve Christian society, do you do the more in private, in your more retired and immediate converse with God.
do you do that? If you cannot so profitably, or to so much spiritual advantage, improve Christian society, do you do the more in private, in your more retired and immediate converse with God.
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If you want courage or boldness to appear for God, in exhorting or reproving others, especially such as are above you,
If you want courage or boldness to appear for God, in exhorting or reproving Others, especially such as Are above you,
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yet you have families wherein you can be bold;
yet you have families wherein you can be bold;
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what do you do there? to your Children, to your servants? Do you instruct them, warn and reprove them, &c. though (as before) you can't extend mercy to others in their needs (having not wherewithal) yet are you just,
what do you do there? to your Children, to your Servants? Do you instruct them, warn and reprove them, etc. though (as before) you can't extend mercy to Others in their needs (having not wherewithal) yet Are you just,
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and righteous and honest, and peaceable in your dealings with, and carriage towards all? If you are just,
and righteous and honest, and peaceable in your dealings with, and carriage towards all? If you Are just,
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and would be merciful, if you had wherewithal? if you are profitable in your conversing with your families,
and would be merciful, if you had wherewithal? if you Are profitable in your conversing with your families,
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and would be so to others, if you could get up to courage and boldness:
and would be so to Others, if you could get up to courage and boldness:
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if you are serious, and spiritual, and affectionate in secret, and have a will to be so in society that's an Argument, that your will would bring forth performance there also, if it were not hindred.
if you Are serious, and spiritual, and affectionate in secret, and have a will to be so in society that's an Argument, that your will would bring forth performance there also, if it were not hindered.
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4. If at such times, when there are not such impediments, we then do, what at another time we cannot;
4. If At such times, when there Are not such impediments, we then do, what At Another time we cannot;
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that which we cannot do at some times, as in sickness, or in times of desertion or temptation, may be done at another time,
that which we cannot do At Some times, as in sickness, or in times of desertion or temptation, may be done At Another time,
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when we are not under such disadvantages. Now gather up all these together, and then the question will easily •e determined.
when we Are not under such disadvantages. Now gather up all these together, and then the question will Easily •e determined.
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He that hath a will to walk in all the Duties of godlinesse;
He that hath a will to walk in all the Duties of godliness;
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he that d•es ordinarily walk in the practice of those holy duti•s, which he hath power to do:
he that d•es ordinarily walk in the practice of those holy duti•s, which he hath power to do:
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he that doeth what he can towards those duties which he cannot fully reach to;
he that doth what he can towards those duties which he cannot Fully reach to;
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he that mourns and is grieved in his heart under his failings, this man •ay have ground to conclude, that his spirit is sincerely willing,
he that mourns and is grieved in his heart under his failings, this man •ay have ground to conclude, that his Spirit is sincerely willing,
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though his flesh be weak, and that this willing mind is accepted with God, as if it did really perform:
though his Flesh be weak, and that this willing mind is accepted with God, as if it did really perform:
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But now, those that pretend to have a good will to godlinesse, but yet in their general course, are carnal & carelesse,
But now, those that pretend to have a good will to godliness, but yet in their general course, Are carnal & careless,
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and •here's little or nothing of a godly life to be seen;
and •here's little or nothing of a godly life to be seen;
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those that do not what they can, that do no••endevour to do what they cannot, that do not mourn under their failings,
those that do not what they can, that do no••endevour to do what they cannot, that do not mourn under their failings,
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but are contented and quiet, and satisfie themselves in this, that their will is good,
but Are contented and quiet, and satisfy themselves in this, that their will is good,
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and that God accepts their will for the deed ▪ such as these do but deceive themselves,
and that God accepts their will for the deed ▪ such as these do but deceive themselves,
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and are not upright before God, nor accepted with him.
and Are not upright before God, nor accepted with him.
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7. The Doct•ine of the last Judgement, and the different rewards that shall then be rendred to those that are sincerely godly,
7. The Doct•ine of the last Judgement, and the different rewards that shall then be rendered to those that Are sincerely godly,
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and all others in the world, is no fancy, but a real truth.
and all Others in the world, is no fancy, but a real truth.
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I am dealing with Pharisees, not with Sad•uces, and therefore shall not need to prove either the Resurrection or Judgment:
I am dealing with Pharisees, not with Sad•uces, and Therefore shall not need to prove either the Resurrection or Judgement:
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My main businesse here, will lye in the proof of the latter part, That the sincerely godly, shall have in the Judgment, a far different reward from all other men.
My main business Here, will lie in the proof of the latter part, That the sincerely godly, shall have in the Judgement, a Far different reward from all other men.
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That God hath appointed a day, in which he will judge the world in righteousness;
That God hath appointed a day, in which he will judge the world in righteousness;
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I hope you will give me leave to believe, that you are already satisfied in it;
I hope you will give me leave to believe, that you Are already satisfied in it;
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When all the men of this world shall have run their course; when the Courtly Gasl•nts, and the ruffling Roysters;
When all the men of this world shall have run their course; when the Courtly Gasl•nts, and the ruffling Roisters;
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when the proud Minions, and wanton Mimicks, shall have acted their glorious parts; when the trampled and contemned Christians shall have all run their wear Race;
when the proud Minions, and wanton Mimics, shall have acted their glorious parts; when the trampled and contemned Christians shall have all run their wear Raze;
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when the last Scene shall be over, the Sing cleared, the Cu•tains drawn; when the beggars Rags, and the great•••ens Robes;
when the last Scene shall be over, the Sing cleared, the Cu•tains drawn; when the beggars Rags, and the great•••ens Robes;
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when the Warriors Swords, and States men Gowrs shall be put off and laid aside, and the poor oppressed shall stand upon even ground with their mightiest oppressors;
when the Warriors Swords, and States men Gowrs shall be put off and laid aside, and the poor oppressed shall stand upon even ground with their Mightiest Oppressors's;
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when the Kings of the Earth shall have laid down the•r Cr••ns, and the Princes their Sceptors;
when the Kings of the Earth shall have laid down the•r Cr••ns, and the Princes their Sceptors;
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when the Judg•s of the earth shall have broken up their Courts, and •heir term is ended;
when the Judg•s of the earth shall have broken up their Courts, and •heir term is ended;
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then shall the God of glory erect his Tribunal;
then shall the God of glory erect his Tribunal;
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before which, all persons, from the least to the greatest, must make their personal appearance, have all their ways and actings examined,
before which, all Persons, from the least to the greatest, must make their personal appearance, have all their ways and actings examined,
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and considered over again, and receive their doom: Then shall men return, and discern betwixt the righteous and the wicked;
and considered over again, and receive their doom: Then shall men return, and discern betwixt the righteous and the wicked;
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betwixt him that served the Lord, and him that served him not;
betwixt him that served the Lord, and him that served him not;
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Then shall men say, Verily, there is a reward for the righteous (a peculiar reward) doubtlesse be is a God that judgeth in the earth. Then shall men say, Verily, there is a reward for the righteous (a peculiar reward) doubtless be is a God that Judgeth in the earth.
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If you ask, What shall this reward of the righteous be? and what shall be the difference betwixt theirs, If you ask, What shall this reward of the righteous be? and what shall be the difference betwixt theirs,
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and the rewards of all others whatsoever? Let these following Scriptures be examined, and give in the answer, Rom. 2. 6, 7, 8, 9. Who will render to every man according to their deeds, to them, who by patient conti•uing in well doing, seek for glory, honour and immortality, eternal life,and the rewards of all Others whatsoever? Let these following Scriptures be examined, and give in the answer, Rom. 2. 6, 7, 8, 9. Who will render to every man according to their Deeds, to them, who by patient conti•uing in well doing, seek for glory, honour and immortality, Eternal life,
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but to them that are contentious, and obey not the truth, but obey unrighteousnesse, indignation, and wrath, tribulation and anguish, upon every soul of man that doth evil;
but to them that Are contentious, and obey not the truth, but obey unrighteousness, Indignation, and wrath, tribulation and anguish, upon every soul of man that does evil;
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of the Jew first, and also of the Gentile.
of the Jew First, and also of the Gentile.
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The words refer to the last Judgment, as appears by the former part of them, Who shall render, &c. In the following part, we have the dividing of the Sheep from the Goats;
The words refer to the last Judgement, as appears by the former part of them, Who shall render, etc. In the following part, we have the dividing of the Sheep from the Goats;
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which are both described, and have their distinct rewards appointed to them. 1. We have a description of the Sheep, and what their reward shall be;
which Are both described, and have their distinct rewards appointed to them. 1. We have a description of the Sheep, and what their reward shall be;
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and by their description, these Sheep should be the very same with Precisians, or circumspect Christians:
and by their description, these Sheep should be the very same with precisians, or circumspect Christians:
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1. They are such as seek for glory, and honour, and immortality;
1. They Are such as seek for glory, and honour, and immortality;
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that is, that seek for a portion of glory and immortality in the world to come:
that is, that seek for a portion of glory and immortality in the world to come:
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They leave the Kingdoms of this world to be shared among the men of this world,
They leave the Kingdoms of this world to be shared among the men of this world,
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and seek for that Kingdom which cannot be shaken.
and seek for that Kingdom which cannot be shaken.
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2. They are well-doers, good men, and holy men, men of a good and holy life.
2. They Are well-doers, good men, and holy men, men of a good and holy life.
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3. They continue in well-doing, they are not good for a fit, but it is the way of their life. 4. They patiently continue: Patience is either,
3. They continue in welldoing, they Are not good for a fit, but it is the Way of their life. 4. They patiently continue: Patience is either,
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1. Of Labour, they do not complain, nor are weary of their work, but buckle to it. Or, 2. Of Sufferings;
1. Of Labour, they do not complain, nor Are weary of their work, but buckle to it. Or, 2. Of Sufferings;
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they can bear as well as doe. Or, 3. Of Delay; they are content to stay for their reward till hereafter;
they can bear as well as doe. Or, 3. Of delay; they Are content to stay for their reward till hereafter;
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let others take their portions and their rewards here, they are content to stay for theirs till hereafter.
let Others take their portions and their rewards Here, they Are content to stay for theirs till hereafter.
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This is the description of the Sheep; and of all the men in the world, who should these Sheep be:
This is the description of the Sheep; and of all the men in the world, who should these Sheep be:
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Can they be any other men then those godly men, that have been laid open to you? Well,
Can they be any other men then those godly men, that have been laid open to you? Well,
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but what is the Reward, which in the Judgement the Lord will render to these? Why, it is eternal Life, eternal Glory and blessedness:
but what is the Reward, which in the Judgement the Lord will render to these? Why, it is Eternal Life, Eternal Glory and blessedness:
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to them that by patient continuance in well-doing, &c. he will render eternal Life.
to them that by patient Continuance in welldoing, etc. he will render Eternal Life.
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This is true, Sinners, this is no conceit, it is a certain truth, and such a truth as you yourselves must be•ieve,
This is true, Sinners, this is no conceit, it is a certain truth, and such a truth as you yourselves must be•ieve,
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before ever you can come to good Heb. 11. 6. He that cometh to God must believe that God is,
before ever you can come to good Hebrew 11. 6. He that comes to God must believe that God is,
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and that he is a rewarder of them that (diligently) seek him. Mark it, of them that ( diligently ) seek him.and that he is a rewarder of them that (diligently) seek him. Mark it, of them that (diligently) seek him.
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They are the same men you see, that are spoken of here, and in the former Scripture:
They Are the same men you see, that Are spoken of Here, and in the former Scripture:
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of these God is the rewarder; that is, with a special and glorious reward, that is necessary to be understood.
of these God is the rewarder; that is, with a special and glorious reward, that is necessary to be understood.
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God hath rewards for the ungodly:
God hath rewards for the ungodly:
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You that are proud, & persecutors, and despisers of God, and his wayes, God will reward you all for all your doings,
You that Are proud, & persecutors, and despisers of God, and his ways, God will reward you all for all your doings,
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but he hath a blessed reward for those that seek him: And thus saith the Text, Every one that cometh to God must believe.
but he hath a blessed reward for those that seek him: And thus Says the Text, Every one that comes to God must believe.
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Sinners you will not be perswaded now but these people are foolish, self-deluding people, and that the Heaven, the Joy, the Glory,
Sinners you will not be persuaded now but these people Are foolish, Self-deluding people, and that the Heaven, the Joy, the Glory,
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and the Blessedness they feed themselves with the hope of, is only in their own fancies:
and the Blessedness they feed themselves with the hope of, is only in their own fancies:
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but yet, if ever you come to any thing, if ever you be brought home to God, this is that which you (must) believe, That God is a Rewarder,
but yet, if ever you come to any thing, if ever you be brought home to God, this is that which you (must) believe, That God is a Rewarder,
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and a glorious Rewarder of them that diligently seek him.
and a glorious Rewarder of them that diligently seek him.
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Thus we have the description of the Sheep, and of their reward, and the certainty therof;
Thus we have the description of the Sheep, and of their reward, and the certainty thereof;
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next we have the description of the Goates and their reward, of them there is a general description, The men that do evil, and this threefold particular description. 1. They are contentious.
next we have the description of the Goats and their reward, of them there is a general description, The men that do evil, and this threefold particular description. 1. They Are contentious.
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2. They obey not the Truth: But, 3. They obey unrighteousness. which for methods sake I shall reduce to two Heads. They are described, 1. By their Contention. 2. By their Conquest. 1. By their Contention: There is a twofold contention. 1. Of man with man. 2. Of man with God.
2. They obey not the Truth: But, 3. They obey unrighteousness. which for methods sake I shall reduce to two Heads. They Are described, 1. By their Contention. 2. By their Conquest. 1. By their Contention: There is a twofold contention. 1. Of man with man. 2. Of man with God.
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This latter is •xprest in Scripture, by gainsaying, Rom. 10. by resisting Acts 7. 51. Ye stiff-necked and uncircumcised in heart, ye do alwayes resist the Holy Ghost by kicking, Deut. 32. 15. This kicking implies; 1, Opposition against God,
This latter is •xprest in Scripture, by gainsaying, Rom. 10. by resisting Acts 7. 51. You Stiffnecked and uncircumcised in heart, you do always resist the Holy Ghost by kicking, Deuteronomy 32. 15. This kicking Implies; 1, Opposition against God,
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2. Oposition joyned with scorn and contempt, putting a slight upon God, and all his Counsels and way•s.
2. Opposition joined with scorn and contempt, putting a slight upon God, and all his Counsels and way•s.
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Now this latter is the contention meant in the Text, contention against God; they will not heark•n to his voice, nor be obedient to his truth:
Now this latter is the contention meant in the Text, contention against God; they will not heark•n to his voice, nor be obedient to his truth:
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The Lord commands and calls them to accept of his grace, and to be obedient to his Law,
The Lord commands and calls them to accept of his grace, and to be obedient to his Law,
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but they rejected God, kick against his Word, and refuse to hearken to him.
but they rejected God, kick against his Word, and refuse to harken to him.
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2. By this conquest or victory in this contest after all the strivings of God with them, they still stand it out and overcome;
2. By this conquest or victory in this contest After all the strivings of God with them, they still stand it out and overcome;
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they obey not the truth, but persist to obey unrighteousness: where,they obey not the truth, but persist to obey unrighteousness: where,
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1. By the Truth we are to understand the whole Word of God, John 17. 17. Thy Word is Truth; both the word of righteousness, the Law,
1. By the Truth we Are to understand the Whole Word of God, John 17. 17. Thy Word is Truth; both the word of righteousness, the Law,
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and the Word of faith, the Gospel: by obeying the truth, we are to understand, submitting to the government of the Law,
and the Word of faith, the Gospel: by obeying the truth, we Are to understand, submitting to the government of the Law,
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and accepting the grace of the Gospel.
and accepting the grace of the Gospel.
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2 By unrighteousness we are to understand, all those corrupt Principles, according to which the lnsts of men do govern them;
2 By unrighteousness we Are to understand, all those corrupt Principles, according to which the lnsts of men do govern them;
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which (I take) the Apostle means, Rom. 7. 23. by the Law of Sin. In that,
which (I take) the Apostle means, Rom. 7. 23. by the Law of Sin. In that,
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and the former Verse, there is mention made of Four Laws contending one against another, whereof Two are on one side and Two on the other;
and the former Verse, there is mention made of Four Laws contending one against Another, whereof Two Are on one side and Two on the other;
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The Law of God, the Law of the Mind, the Law of the Members, and the Law of Sin. By the Law of God, is understood, the Word of God: by the Law of the Mind, is understood, in th• Regenerate, Grace, in the Unregenerate, the Light of the Natural Conscience: The Law of God, the Law of the Mind, the Law of the Members, and the Law of Sin. By the Law of God, is understood, the Word of God: by the Law of the Mind, is understood, in th• Regenerate, Grace, in the Unregenerate, the Light of the Natural Conscience:
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by the Law of the Members, understand, Lust, or Concupiscence: by the Law of Sin, those corrupt Principles, according to which Lust governs:
by the Law of the Members, understand, Lust, or Concupiscence: by the Law of since, those corrupt Principles, according to which Lust governs:
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As the Law of the Mind governs according to those Holy Principles contained in the Word,
As the Law of the Mind governs according to those Holy Principles contained in the Word,
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so there are certain Principles of Unrighteousness, according to which the Flesh governs. To enumerate and reckon up all these corrupt Principles, would be as great a task,
so there Are certain Principles of Unrighteousness, according to which the Flesh governs. To enumerate and reckon up all these corrupt Principles, would be as great a task,
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as to reckon up all th• Doctrines of Truth, and the Righteous Commands of God;
as to reckon up all th• Doctrines of Truth, and the Righteous Commands of God;
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to each of which Holy Doctrines and Commands, there are in this Law of Sin, Principles directly contrary.
to each of which Holy Doctrines and Commands, there Are in this Law of since, Principles directly contrary.
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Now because it may serve the design I am now pursuing, viz. To help sinners to understand themselves, I shall mention some of the chief of them, in number Ten; which,
Now Because it may serve the Design I am now pursuing, viz. To help Sinners to understand themselves, I shall mention Some of the chief of them, in number Ten; which,
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if you will, you may call, The Devils Ten Commandements. 1 Live to thy self: Mind thine own things:
if you will, you may call, The Devils Ten commandments. 1 Live to thy self: Mind thine own things:
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This is the first and great Commandment, on which all the rest hang, and to which they serve,
This is the First and great Commandment, on which all the rest hang, and to which they serve,
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and is the same as, be thine own God, thine own Idol. 2. Let thy Will be thy Law.
and is the same as, be thine own God, thine own Idol. 2. Let thy Will be thy Law.
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Thou art thine own, thy Tongue is thine own, thy Time is thine own, thy Estate is thine own, mayest thou not do what thou wilt with thine own?
Thou art thine own, thy Tongue is thine own, thy Time is thine own, thy Estate is thine own, Mayest thou not do what thou wilt with thine own?
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3. Make thy best if the time present, and of present things. Lo•e not a certainty for uncertainties;
3. Make thy best if the time present, and of present things. Lo•e not a certainty for uncertainties;
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who knows what shall be hereafter? Eat and drink, for tomorrow thou diest; be merry while thou mayest, spend whilst thou hast it;
who knows what shall be hereafter? Eat and drink, for tomorrow thou Dies; be merry while thou Mayest, spend while thou hast it;
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make Hay while the Sun shines; Death comes, and there is an end of all thy mirth.
make Hay while the Sun shines; Death comes, and there is an end of all thy mirth.
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4. Stand fast in the liberties of thy Flesh. Come not into boudage;
4. Stand fast in the Liberties of thy Flesh. Come not into boudage;
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be not a voluntary slave to a strict and restrained life, when thou mayest, if thou wilt, use thine own liberty.
be not a voluntary slave to a strict and restrained life, when thou Mayest, if thou wilt, use thine own liberty.
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5. Continue in sin, because Grace hath abounded.
5. Continue in since, Because Grace hath abounded.
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Christ died for sinners, God is merciful, why shouldest thou then fear to take thy course?
christ died for Sinners, God is merciful, why Shouldst thou then Fear to take thy course?
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6. Do as others do. Go along with the multitude, fashion thy self to the times, be not singular:
6. Do as Others do. Go along with the multitude, fashion thy self to the times, be not singular:
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Why shouldest thou think thy self wiser than others? 7. Do no more in Roligion than needs. Be not Righteous over-much; be not over-forward;
Why Shouldst thou think thy self Wiser than Others? 7. Do no more in Religion than needs. Be not Righteous overmuch; be not overforward;
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a little Faith, a little Repentance will serve thy turn. 8. Do not trouble thy self about small offences. Thoughts are free:
a little Faith, a little Repentance will serve thy turn. 8. Do not trouble thy self about small offences. Thoughts Are free:
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Words are but things of course:
Words Are but things of course:
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What man man is there that lives and sins not? What shouldest thou keap such a do about thy sins? Are they not but little ones?
What man man is there that lives and Sins not? What Shouldst thou keap such a do about thy Sins? are they not but little ones?
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9. Be not over-hasty. If thou must repent, it is time enough yet: torment not thy self before thy time:
9. Be not overhasty. If thou must Repent, it is time enough yet: torment not thy self before thy time:
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repentance will be well enough at last: when thou art old, thou wilt have little else to do:
Repentance will be well enough At last: when thou art old, thou wilt have little Else to do:
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be not old, whilst thou art young. 10. Trust God with thy soul, rather then man with thy body.
be not old, while thou art young. 10. Trust God with thy soul, rather then man with thy body.
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That is, choose Iniquity rather then Affliction; venture no farther in matters of Religion, then thou mayest with safety.
That is, choose Iniquity rather then Affliction; venture no farther in matters of Religion, then thou Mayest with safety.
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These are some of those corrupt principles which make up the Law of Sin, to which all others may be reduced;
These Are Some of those corrupt principles which make up the Law of since, to which all Others may be reduced;
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and living under the power of any of these or any others of the like nature, this is obeying Ʋnrighteousness. As the Apostle says, He that breaks one of the Commandments of God, is guilty of all:
and living under the power of any of these or any Others of the like nature, this is obeying Ʋnrighteousness. As the Apostle Says, He that breaks one of the commandments of God, is guilty of all:
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So he that lives under the power of any one of the Commandments of the Devil, is,
So he that lives under the power of any one of the commandments of the devil, is,
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if not under the power of all, yet as sure a slave to the Devil as if he were guilty of all;
if not under the power of all, yet as sure a slave to the devil as if he were guilty of all;
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he whose foot is entangled in one cord of the Net, is as fast, as he that hath the whole Net spread over him:
he whose foot is entangled in one cord of the Net, is as fast, as he that hath the Whole Net spread over him:
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if a bird be held by a leg or a wing, it is as sure as if the whole body were in the Net.
if a bird be held by a leg or a wing, it is as sure as if the Whole body were in the Net.
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Here now you may have also the description of the Goats; those are contentious, resisting the Lord and the word of his grace;
Here now you may have also the description of the Goats; those Are contentious, resisting the Lord and the word of his grace;
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and who, after all the strivings of the Lord with them, do overcome, and hold their own,
and who, After all the strivings of the Lord with them, do overcome, and hold their own,
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and persist in their disobeying the truth, and obeying unrighteousness, or living under the dominion of those corrupt Principles, which make up the Law of Sin.
and persist in their disobeying the truth, and obeying unrighteousness, or living under the dominion of those corrupt Principles, which make up the Law of Sin.
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Let me here demand of you these three things:
Let me Here demand of you these three things:
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First, Are not these Principles I have mentioned every one of them evidently principles of unrighteousness? And may they not as well be called the Devils Commandments,First, are not these Principles I have mentioned every one of them evidently principles of unrighteousness? And may they not as well be called the Devils commandments,
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as the Devil be called a Devil?
as the devil be called a devil?
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Secondly, Are not all those that live under the power of these Principles, the very men here meant in the Text, by those that obey Ʋnrighteousness, may they not as well be called the Devils Servants,Secondly, are not all those that live under the power of these Principles, the very men Here meant in the Text, by those that obey Ʋnrighteousness, may they not as well be called the Devils Servants,
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as those wicked Laws, the Devils Commandments.
as those wicked Laws, the Devils commandments.
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Thirdly, Are not all persons that are not precisely godly, in the sense I have before described it, evidently held under some of these corrupt Principles? Is not this it which you in reproach charge upon the Saints, that they will not live under these,Thirdly, are not all Persons that Are not precisely godly, in the sense I have before described it, evidently held under Some of these corrupt Principles? Is not this it which you in reproach charge upon the Saints, that they will not live under these,
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or some of these Rules? That they will not take their liberty;
or Some of these Rules? That they will not take their liberty;
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that they will nor do as others, but they must be singular, forsooth, as if they were wiser then their neighbours;
that they will nor doe as Others, but they must be singular, forsooth, as if they were Wiser then their neighbours;
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that they stand upon every trifle and small matter, &c. Some of these Anti-Precisians, if they be laid to these black lines, do touch with them in every point throughout;
that they stand upon every trifle and small matter, etc. some of these Anti-Precisians, if they be laid to these black lines, do touch with them in every point throughout;
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you may well soile them Hells thorough Conformists, or the Devils best Subjects.
you may well soil them Hells through Conformists, or the Devils best Subject's.
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Sinners, the whole generation of you that are of such a Spirit, even every one of you that have a word to speak against the preciseness of godliness and godly men, come and look into this glass which is here set before you.
Sinners, the Whole generation of you that Are of such a Spirit, even every one of you that have a word to speak against the preciseness of godliness and godly men, come and look into this glass which is Here Set before you.
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Do you know your own faces when you see them? Are not these Principles the very Pictures and express Images of you? If you say they are not, it is because you do not know your own faces;
Do you know your own faces when you see them? are not these Principles the very Pictures and express Images of you? If you say they Are not, it is Because you do not know your own faces;
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if they are not, let me be rejected for a Lyar and a Slanderer. But if you be,
if they Are not, let me be rejected for a Liar and a Slanderer. But if you be,
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even all of you, these very men, then look a little further, and you may see your reward will be in the Judgement:
even all of you, these very men, then look a little further, and you may see your reward will be in the Judgement:
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Why, what is it? Read on and you have it;
Why, what is it? Read on and you have it;
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To them that obey not the Truth, but obey Ʋnrighteousness, indignation and wrath, tribulation and anguish, upon every soul of man that doth evil, To them that obey not the Truth, but obey Ʋnrighteousness, Indignation and wrath, tribulation and anguish, upon every soul of man that does evil,
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If you say, This is but your opinion, but for all that you may be mistaken, we hope to fare as well as you, the best of you, for all your great words: but our opinion.
If you say, This is but your opinion, but for all that you may be mistaken, we hope to fare as well as you, the best of you, for all your great words: but our opinion.
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Why, is it never your opinion too? Do you never doubt? Are you never afraid that this may be, that this will be your portion? Did your own consciences never preach to you the same things? but whether they did or no, this is as true, that indignation and wrath will be the portion of every soul of you thus living and thus dying;
Why, is it never your opinion too? Do you never doubt? are you never afraid that this may be, that this will be your portion? Did your own Consciences never preach to you the same things? but whither they did or no, this is as true, that Indignation and wrath will be the portion of every soul of you thus living and thus dying;
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this is as tru•, as that God is righteous. The Righteousness of God is engaged, to render to every man according to his works;
this is as tru•, as that God is righteous. The Righteousness of God is engaged, to render to every man according to his works;
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and so to them that obey not the Truth, but obey Unrighteousness, indignation and wrath, &c.
and so to them that obey not the Truth, but obey Unrighteousness, Indignation and wrath, etc.
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And by this time you may see that there is some difference betwixt the rewards of the godly,
And by this time you may see that there is Some difference betwixt the rewards of the godly,
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and the rewards of all others in the world; as much difference as betwixt Life and Death, Mercy and Wrath, everlasting Joy and Peace, and everlasting Anguish and Tribulation.
and the rewards of all Others in the world; as much difference as betwixt Life and Death, Mercy and Wrath, everlasting Joy and Peace, and everlasting Anguish and Tribulation.
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If Heaven and Hell differ onely in conceit, and if there be not as great difference betwixt the rewards of these and all others,
If Heaven and Hell differ only in conceit, and if there be not as great difference betwixt the rewards of these and all Others,
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as betwixt Heaven and Hell, then once more I tell you, we will be content to be the Phanaticks. And have you not yet done with talking of our fancies and conceits? Is it but a conceit, that there shall be a judgement? Or is this a conceit, that it shall then fare better with the Sheep then with the Goats? Or that those are Christs Sheep that hear his voice,
as betwixt Heaven and Hell, then once more I tell you, we will be content to be the Fanatics. And have you not yet done with talking of our fancies and conceits? Is it but a conceit, that there shall be a judgement? Or is this a conceit, that it shall then fare better with the Sheep then with the Goats? Or that those Are Christ Sheep that hear his voice,
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and follow his steps, and keep by the Shepherds Tents? Is this a conceeist, that it shall fare better with the Friends of Christ, then with his Enemies;
and follow his steps, and keep by the Shepherd's Tents? Is this a conceeist, that it shall fare better with the Friends of christ, then with his Enemies;
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or that those are the friends of Christ, who are the friends of Holiness? Is this a conceit, that it shall fare better with the servants of Christ then with strangers? Or, are those the best servants, who waste their Talents,
or that those Are the Friends of christ, who Are the Friends of Holiness? Is this a conceit, that it shall fare better with the Servants of christ then with Strangers? Or, Are those the best Servants, who waste their Talents,
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or bind them up in a Napkin? Will Christ say in that day, Away thou faithful Servant; away from me ye workers of Righteousness? You have loved me too much, you have pleased me too well, you have followed me too close, you have given your selves to too much praying, too much praising, too much fasting;
or bind them up in a Napkin? Will christ say in that day, Away thou faithful Servant; away from me you workers of Righteousness? You have loved me too much, you have pleased me too well, you have followed me too close, you have given your selves to too much praying, too much praising, too much fasting;
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you have been too conscientious, too tender, too watchful, too holy; you would not be merry, and idle, and vain;
you have been too conscientious, too tender, too watchful, too holy; you would not be merry, and idle, and vain;
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you would not go along with your Neighbours, to their sporting, to their Revellings, to their Pleasures,
you would not go along with your Neighbours, to their sporting, to their Revellings, to their Pleasures,
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but must needs deny your selves, and take up your Cross and follow me;
but must needs deny your selves, and take up your Cross and follow me;
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you could not be content with an Earthly happiness, but you must have Glory and Honour, and Immortality;
you could not be content with an Earthly happiness, but you must have Glory and Honour, and Immortality;
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you could not be content to venture on a groundless hope of Glory, but you must needs make sure of it, by patient continuance in well-doing, Away from me you workers of Righteousness;
you could not be content to venture on a groundless hope of Glory, but you must needs make sure of it, by patient Continuance in welldoing, Away from me you workers of Righteousness;
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you that have followed me in the Regeneration, get you gone, get you down to everlasting destruction;
you that have followed me in the Regeneration, get you gone, get you down to everlasting destruction;
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Will this be the voice of the Judge at that day? Will he call to sinners, Come ye wantons, come ye Wine-bibbers, come ye Swearers, Lyars, Scoffers, Whore-masters, come ye blessed Crew, inherit the Kingdome? All this must be so,
Will this be the voice of the Judge At that day? Will he call to Sinners, Come you wantons, come you Wine-bibbers, come you Swearers, Liars, Scoffers, Whoremasters, come you blessed Crew, inherit the Kingdom? All this must be so,
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if godliness be but a fancy;
if godliness be but a fancy;
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and do you not yet see Sinners, what men of Reason, what men of Judgement you are,
and do you not yet see Sinners, what men of Reason, what men of Judgement you Are,
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and how much truth or weight there is in your charge against the Saints? Oh Christians, you see I hope, sufficiently,
and how much truth or weight there is in your charge against the Saints? O Christians, you see I hope, sufficiently,
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how little ground you have to take the least notice of, or discouragement from these confident Adversaries, who in proclaiming you Phanaticks, must proclaim themselves either Infidels or Ideot•? Thus I have shewed, that the principles of Godliness are not Phanatical.
how little ground you have to take the least notice of, or discouragement from these confident Adversaries, who in proclaiming you Fanatics, must proclaim themselves either Infidels or Ideot•? Thus I have showed, that the principles of Godliness Are not Fanatical.
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2. The Duties and Comforts of Godlinesse are no fancies;
2. The Duties and Comforts of Godliness Are no fancies;
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I shall instance in such duties, and those parts of duties, which are most obnoxious to this censure; the most spiritual duties;I shall instance in such duties, and those parts of duties, which Are most obnoxious to this censure; the most spiritual duties;
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the most spiritual parts of duties, which being most out of fight, and above the reach of the carnal world, are most of all thus censuted by them;
the most spiritual parts of duties, which being most out of fight, and above the reach of the carnal world, Are most of all thus censuted by them;
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I shall mention onely two, which indeed are comprehensive of all. 1. Worshiping God in the Spirit. 2. Walking in the Spirit.I shall mention only two, which indeed Are comprehensive of all. 1. Worshipping God in the Spirit. 2. Walking in the Spirit.
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1. Worshiping God in the Spirit.
1. Worshipping God in the Spirit.
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If this be a fancy, the Apostle Paul with the Christians his Contemporaries, were the great Phanaticks of their time:
If this be a fancy, the Apostle Paul with the Christians his Contemporaries, were the great Fanatics of their time:
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who saies thus of himself and them, Phil. 3. 3. We are the Circumision, who worship God in the spirit. We are the Circumcision;
who Says thus of himself and them, Philip 3. 3. We Are the Circumcision, who worship God in the Spirit. We Are the Circumcision;
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that is, We are the People of God;
that is, We Are the People of God;
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we are they who are circumcised with the Circumcision which is without hands, circumcised in heart, which is all one,
we Are they who Are circumcised with the Circumcision which is without hands, circumcised in heart, which is all one,
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as if he had said, we are Christians, who worship God in the spirit. Worshipping God in the spirit, notes,
as if he had said, we Are Christians, who worship God in the Spirit. Worshipping God in the Spirit, notes,
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1. The worship of the soul, or heart-worship. 2. The worshipping God through his Spirit, or in the Holy Ghost.
1. The worship of the soul, or Heart-worship. 2. The worshipping God through his Spirit, or in the Holy Ghost.
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1. The worship of the soul, or inward worship, and that, 1. As it stands in opposition to meet bodily worship;
1. The worship of the soul, or inward worship, and that, 1. As it Stands in opposition to meet bodily worship;
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I say not as it is oppos'd to bodily worship, but to meer bodily worship. 2. As it stands in opposition to the Antiquated Jewish worship, which was more external, pompous, and ceremonious.I say not as it is opposed to bodily worship, but to mere bodily worship. 2. As it Stands in opposition to the Antiquated Jewish worship, which was more external, pompous, and ceremonious.
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We worship God in the spirit, that is, we worship God in the heart, and in the simplicity and plainness of Gospel-worship. Heart-worship is the true worship;We worship God in the Spirit, that is, we worship God in the heart, and in the simplicity and plainness of Gospel worship. Heart-worship is the true worship;
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the worship of the soul, is the soul of worship:
the worship of the soul, is the soul of worship:
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The body without the soul is dead, and bodily worship without spiritual, i• dead worship, John 4. 24. God is a Spirit, and they that worship him, must worship him in Spirit and in Truth.
The body without the soul is dead, and bodily worship without spiritual, i• dead worship, John 4. 24. God is a Spirit, and they that worship him, must worship him in Spirit and in Truth.
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The latter word ( Truth ) is exegitical of the former ( Spirit ) signifying, that worshiping in Spirit, is worshiping in Truth;
The latter word (Truth) is exegitical of the former (Spirit) signifying, that worshipping in Spirit, is worshipping in Truth;
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This is the true worship, worship indeed. This is the true worship, worship indeed.
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The worship of the body, the uncovering of the head, the bowing the knee, the lifting up of the hands,
The worship of the body, the uncovering of the head, the bowing the knee, the lifting up of the hands,
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or voice, these are but the outside and carcase of worship, and so far only capable of being accounted worship,
or voice, these Are but the outside and carcase of worship, and so Far only capable of being accounted worship,
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as they are helpful to, and expressive of the devotions of the soul. As bowing of the knee signifies the bowing of the heart;
as they Are helpful to, and expressive of the devotions of the soul. As bowing of the knee signifies the bowing of the heart;
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as the uncovering of the head either expresses, or helps toward the inward reverence of the soul,
as the uncovering of the head either Expresses, or helps towards the inward Reverence of the soul,
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so far as they worship, and no farther, and even then but improperly so c•lled.
so Far as they worship, and no farther, and even then but improperly so c•lled.
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But as they stand single and separated from the inward worship, they are no worship, no more then a carcase is a man,
But as they stand single and separated from the inward worship, they Are no worship, no more then a carcase is a man,
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but are meer shadows and fansies.
but Are mere shadows and fancies.
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There is no such Phanatick as the Formalist, who whilest with those Heathens, Mat. 6. 7. He thinks to be heard for his much speaking, doth but play the hypocrite and Lyar:
There is no such Fanatic as the Formalist, who whilst with those heathens, Mathew 6. 7. He thinks to be herd for his much speaking, does but play the hypocrite and Liar:
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Look what the Courtiers Complements are, such are the Formalists devotions, smooth words, tongue-courtefies, fl•ttering salutes, fawning cringes, Your servant Sir, your servant, command me what you please, I am ready to serve you.
Look what the Courtiers Compliments Are, such Are the Formalists devotions, smooth words, tongue-courtefies, fl•ttering salutes, fawning cringes, Your servant Sir, your servant, command me what you please, I am ready to serve you.
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Here is a great shew of respect and kindness, but what is there in it? What wise man will regard it? And what more is there in the Formalists devotions? What is it but meer complementing with the Holy God? Very devout and lowly,
Here is a great show of respect and kindness, but what is there in it? What wise man will regard it? And what more is there in the Formalists devotions? What is it but mere Complimenting with the Holy God? Very devout and lowly,
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as to all appearance, and a great noise is there, that such Devotion makes, but what is there in it? What awe;
as to all appearance, and a great noise is there, that such Devotion makes, but what is there in it? What awe;
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and Soul-reverence of God, what heart-striving and wrestling with God, what heart-elevation, or lifting up the Soul to God is there in all this? Is there no such thing as heart-striving and Soul-reverence required in the Worship of God;
and Soul-reverence of God, what heart-striving and wrestling with God, what heart-elevation, or lifting up the Soul to God is there in all this? Is there no such thing as heart-striving and Soul-reverence required in the Worship of God;
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or are these but shadows of worship, and is the soul of it onely in the Lips or Knees? Doth he whose Soul is poured out in prayer, whose Spirit strives with the Lord, doth he but pray in conceit, worship God in conceit,
or Are these but shadows of worship, and is the soul of it only in the Lips or Knees? Does he whose Soul is poured out in prayer, whose Spirit strives with the Lord, does he but pray in conceit, worship God in conceit,
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and those whose Eyes and Tongues, and Hands onely pray, have they gotten the substance, are these the true Worshippers? Beloved, be not deceived, God sees not as man sees;
and those whose Eyes and Tongues, and Hands only pray, have they got the substance, Are these the true Worshippers? beloved, be not deceived, God sees not as man sees;
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he sees what is within man; he sees what is within our duties; they are not shews or sounds that can blinde hi• Eye, or please his Ear.
he sees what is within man; he sees what is within our duties; they Are not shows or sounds that can blind hi• Eye, or please his Ear.
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Ephes. 5. 19. Be ye filled with the Spirit, speaking to your s•lve in Psalmes and Hymns,
Ephesians 5. 19. Be you filled with the Spirit, speaking to your s•lve in Psalms and Hymns,
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and Sriritual Songs, singing and making Melody in your hearts to the Lord. and Sriritual Songs, singing and making Melody in your hearts to the Lord.
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Believe it Christians, Heart-musick is the best Church musick, Heart-praying, and Heart-singing, makes the best Melody in the Eares of the Lord of Sabbath.
Believe it Christians, Heart-musick is the best Church music, Heart-praying, and Heart-singing, makes the best Melody in the Ears of the Lord of Sabbath.
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My work and intent is not to decry all external worship, as useless or unacceptable; We must glorifie God in our bodies, as well as in our spirits;
My work and intent is not to decry all external worship, as useless or unacceptable; We must Glorify God in our bodies, as well as in our spirits;
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Our Lips must bear their parts in our praises and practises;
Our Lips must bear their parts in our praises and practises;
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but I would not that you should take the body of worship to be the Soul, and the Soul to be nothing. Be not conceited that the outward part is the worship,
but I would not that you should take the body of worship to be the Soul, and the Soul to be nothing. Be not conceited that the outward part is the worship,
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and the inwa•• but a conceit. Brethren, the living God will have living services; the God of our spirits, will have the service of our spirits;
and the inwa•• but a conceit. Brothers, the living God will have living services; the God of our spirits, will have the service of our spirits;
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the worshipping God in spirit, this is the true worship God will not be, and take heed you be not cheated with shews.
the worshipping God in Spirit, this is the true worship God will not be, and take heed you be not cheated with shows.
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When all the men of the world, with their wits, parts, and interists, have commended, garnished,
When all the men of the world, with their wits, parts, and interists, have commended, garnished,
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and magnified, the carcass of Religion, and decryed, and disgraced its soul and life, yet this shall still stand,
and magnified, the carcase of Religion, and decried, and disgraced its soul and life, yet this shall still stand,
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as an irrefragable Truth, They are the circumcision, who worship God in the spirit, and rejoyce in Christ Jesus,
as an irrefragable Truth, They Are the circumcision, who worship God in the Spirit, and rejoice in christ jesus,
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and have no confidence in the flesh. and have no confidence in the Flesh.
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2. Worshipping God through the spirit, through the help and assistance of the Spirit of God;
2. Worshipping God through the Spirit, through the help and assistance of the Spirit of God;
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as to instance in prayer, Jude 20. Praying in the Holy Ghost, Rom. 8. 26. The Spirit it self helpeth our infirmities.
as to instance in prayer, U^de 20. Praying in the Holy Ghost, Rom. 8. 26. The Spirit it self Helpeth our infirmities.
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The Spirit of God affords a three-fold help in prayer. 1. He indites our requests;
The Spirit of God affords a threefold help in prayer. 1. He indites our requests;
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suggests matter of Prayers to us, who as the Apostle there tells us, Know not what we •••uld pray for as we ought.
suggests matter of Prayers to us, who as the Apostle there tells us, Know not what we •••uld pray for as we ought.
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Carnal mens lusts do often make their Prayers, and then no wonder they ask amiss;
Carnal men's Lustiest do often make their Prayers, and then no wonder they ask amiss;
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when they should be seeking the death of their lust, they ask meat for their lusts;
when they should be seeking the death of their lust, they ask meat for their Lustiest;
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we often, not knowing what we ought to ask, do ask we know not what; we ask a stone, a Serpent, a Scorpion;
we often, not knowing what we ought to ask, do ask we know not what; we ask a stone, a Serpent, a Scorpion;
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somtimes, when we think we ask bread: If God should alwaies give his people their prayers, their prayers would undo them.
sometimes, when we think we ask bred: If God should always give his people their Prayers, their Prayers would undo them.
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When we are poor, we ask riches, and it may be, if God should give us them, our riches might undo us:
When we Are poor, we ask riches, and it may be, if God should give us them, our riches might undo us:
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Somtimes we ask ease, or credit, or liberty, and if we had what we ask, it might be our ruine;
Sometimes we ask ease, or credit, or liberty, and if we had what we ask, it might be our ruin;
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the Spirit of God knows what's fit for us, and accordingly guides our prayers;
the Spirit of God knows what's fit for us, and accordingly guides our Prayers;
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He helps us to underst••• our sins, and so teaches us what confession to make, carnal men will confess sins,
He helps us to underst••• our Sins, and so Teaches us what Confessi to make, carnal men will confess Sins,
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but any sins rather then their own;
but any Sins rather then their own;
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He helps us to understand our wants, and so teaches us what to ask; He helps us to understand our mercies,
He helps us to understand our Wants, and so Teaches us what to ask; He helps us to understand our Mercies,
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and so teaches us what to give thanks for;
and so Teaches us what to give thanks for;
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carnal men often come before the Lord with mock praises, give thanks for their election, justification, sanctification, hope of glory,
carnal men often come before the Lord with mock praises, give thanks for their election, justification, sanctification, hope of glory,
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when it may be, the power of sin, and the wrath of God abides upon them,
when it may be, the power of since, and the wrath of God abides upon them,
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and they remain without Christ, and without hope, and without God in the world;
and they remain without christ, and without hope, and without God in the world;
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the Spirit of God, if they had him, would make their devotions more reasonable and regular.
the Spirit of God, if they had him, would make their devotions more reasonable and regular.
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2. He excites, and quickens, and enlarges their hearts in prayer.
2. He excites, and quickens, and enlarges their hearts in prayer.
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The Spirit of God comes in and influences upon the heart, and draws forth the soul;
The Spirit of God comes in and influences upon the heart, and draws forth the soul;
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and this is the import of the following words, The Spirit it self maketh intercession for us, with groanings which cannot be uttered;
and this is the import of the following words, The Spirit it self makes Intercession for us, with groanings which cannot be uttered;
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that is, he sets up a groaning and sighing after the Lord.
that is, he sets up a groaning and sighing After the Lord.
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Groaning notes the strentgh and ardency of desire, which through the servency of it, puts the Soul to paine,Groaning notes the strentgh and ardency of desire, which through the fervency of it, puts the Soul to pain,
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and an holy impatience till it be heard;
and an holy impatience till it be herd;
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in which sence its used, verse 21. For we our selves, who have received the first fruits of the spirit, groan within our selves, waiting for the adoption,
in which sense its used, verse 21. For we our selves, who have received the First fruits of the Spirit, groan within our selves, waiting for the adoption,
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even the redemption of our body. even the redemption of our body.
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It works such groanings as cannot be uttered, it sometimes makes the hearts of Christians too big for their mouths, their desires more larger then their expressions;
It works such groanings as cannot be uttered, it sometime makes the hearts of Christians too big for their mouths, their Desires more larger then their expressions;
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as much warmth, and life, and strength of affection as there does appear without, there's more within•t Oh,
as much warmth, and life, and strength of affection as there does appear without, there's more within•t O,
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how flat and dead are our hearts oftentimes;
how flat and dead Are our hearts oftentimes;
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how much are we straitned in our prayers, we stand as men struck dumb when we come before the Lord;
how much Are we straitened in our Prayers, we stand as men struck dumb when we come before the Lord;
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or if there be words in our mouths, there is scare any word in our hearts;
or if there be words in our mouths, there is scare any word in our hearts;
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sometimes we cannot speak, and if we can speak, we cannot groan;
sometime we cannot speak, and if we can speak, we cannot groan;
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the Spirit doth either put words in our mouths, or else supply the want of words, by kindling and enlarging inward desires;
the Spirit does either put words in our mouths, or Else supply the want of words, by kindling and enlarging inward Desires;
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helping us to groan out a prayer when we cannot speak it out;
helping us to groan out a prayer when we cannot speak it out;
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and silent groans will sound in the ears of the Lord, when the loudest cryes may not be heard.
and silent groans will found in the ears of the Lord, when the Loudest cries may not be herd.
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3. He encourages and emboldens the heart in prayer, enables us to call God Father, to pray to him, to cry to him, to be confident of audience and acceptance with him upon this ground, Gal. 4. 6. God hath sent forth the Spirit of his Son into your hearts, crying Abba Father.
3. He encourages and emboldens the heart in prayer, enables us to call God Father, to pray to him, to cry to him, to be confident of audience and acceptance with him upon this ground, Gal. 4. 6. God hath sent forth the Spirit of his Son into your hearts, crying Abba Father.
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And hereby he furnisheth us with a mighty Argument to plead with God; Father hear me, Father forgive me, Father pity me, Father help me:
And hereby he furnisheth us with a mighty Argument to plead with God; Father hear me, Father forgive me, Father pity me, Father help me:
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Am not I thy childe, thy Son, or thy Daughter? To whom may a childe be bold to go? With whom may a child have hope to speed,
Am not I thy child, thy Son, or thy Daughter? To whom may a child be bold to go? With whom may a child have hope to speed,
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if not with his Father? Father hear me:
if not with his Father? Father hear me:
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The Fathers of our Flesh are full of bowels and full of pity to their Children,
The Father's of our Flesh Are full of bowels and full of pity to their Children,
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and know how to give good things to them when we ask them;
and know how to give good things to them when we ask them;
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when they ask Bread, will they deny them? when they ask cloaths, or any thing they want, will they deny them? And is not the Father of Spirits more full of bowels, more full of bounty,
when they ask Bred, will they deny them? when they ask clothes, or any thing they want, will they deny them? And is not the Father of Spirits more full of bowels, more full of bounty,
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than the Fathers of our Flesh, Father hear me
than the Father's of our Flesh, Father hear me
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This is praying in the Spirit, and if this be a fancy with you, I must tell you sinners, that it is such a fancy,
This is praying in the Spirit, and if this be a fancy with you, I must tell you Sinners, that it is such a fancy,
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as experienced Christians that have most proved it, would not lose for all your substance.
as experienced Christians that have most proved it, would not loose for all your substance.
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But will you stand to it? Is this Fanatical praying indeed? then bring your Index expurgatorius, and expunge these Text• out of the Scriptures ▪ or else,
But will you stand to it? Is this Fanatical praying indeed? then bring your Index expurgatorius, and expunge these Text• out of the Scriptures ▪ or Else,
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if you let them stand, and look over them again, you will next say, Their Bible is as Fanatical as themselves.
if you let them stand, and look over them again, you will next say, Their bible is as Fanatical as themselves.
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But let me add one word to convince you from your own judgement (if you understand what you doe) that praying in the Spirit is no fancy;
But let me add one word to convince you from your own judgement (if you understand what you do) that praying in the Spirit is no fancy;
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and this, by putting this one Question to you;
and this, by putting this one Question to you;
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Dare any of you all, when you goe to God in Prayer, deliberately refuse to begge the assistance of his Spirit? Whether you use a Form,
Dare any of you all, when you go to God in Prayer, deliberately refuse to beg the assistance of his Spirit? Whither you use a From,
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or Pray without a Form, that is not so material: The assistance of the Spirit is needed as well of those that use a Form,
or Pray without a From, that is not so material: The assistance of the Spirit is needed as well of those that use a From,
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as of those that pray without it:
as of those that pray without it:
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Nor dare you, I say, when you goe to pray deliberately, refuse to beg the assistance of the Spirit? Dare you say, Lord, I need not, nor desire any such assistance;
Nor Dare you, I say, when you go to pray deliberately, refuse to beg the assistance of the Spirit? Dare you say, Lord, I need not, nor desire any such assistance;
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I will not ask it of thee, that thy Spirit may be given into me, to help mine infirmities? If you beg the assistance of the Spirit, you hope to have it,I will not ask it of thee, that thy Spirit may be given into me, to help mine infirmities? If you beg the assistance of the Spirit, you hope to have it,
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and if you have it, there is that praying in the Spirit, which you cry down for a fancy:
and if you have it, there is that praying in the Spirit, which you cry down for a fancy:
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Judge now, whether you do not condemn the things which your selves allow, and in your Judgement and Practice justifie the reallity of that Duty, which with your mouths you decree for Fanatical;
Judge now, whither you do not condemn the things which your selves allow, and in your Judgement and Practice justify the reality of that Duty, which with your mouths you Decree for Fanatical;
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Will you also be his Disciples? Will you also be Fanaticks? Will you also be his Disciples? Will you also be Fanatics?
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2 Walking in 〈 ◊ 〉 Spirit, this is no fancy, Gal. 5. 25. If we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit.
2 Walking in 〈 ◊ 〉 Spirit, this is no fancy, Gal. 5. 25. If we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit.
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In the prosecution of this I shall shew, 1. What is meant by the Spirit. 2. What by walking in the Spirit. 3. That it is no fancy.
In the prosecution of this I shall show, 1. What is meant by the Spirit. 2. What by walking in the Spirit. 3. That it is no fancy.
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1. What is meant by the Spirit here:
1. What is meant by the Spirit Here:
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That, being something that is opposed to the Flesh, or corruption, as appears, verse 16, 17. must of necessity be one of these two things, possibly both, either the Holy Ghost, and the influence, assistance,
That, being something that is opposed to the Flesh, or corruption, as appears, verse 16, 17. must of necessity be one of these two things, possibly both, either the Holy Ghost, and the influence, assistance,
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and operations of that holy Spirit, or else that New Nature which is begotten in us by the Spirit;
and operations of that holy Spirit, or Else that New Nature which is begotten in us by the Spirit;
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the Grace of the Spirit infused into our hearts, and abiding in us; which of the two we understand it of, the difference will not be considerable.
the Grace of the Spirit infused into our hearts, and abiding in us; which of the two we understand it of, the difference will not be considerable.
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2. What is meant by walking in the spirit: Some there are, that by Spirit understand the Doctrine of Christianity;
2. What is meant by walking in the Spirit: some there Are, that by Spirit understand the Doctrine of Christianity;
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and accordingly, would have this walking in the Spirit, to be nothing else, but the embracing the Christian Religion.
and accordingly, would have this walking in the Spirit, to be nothing Else, but the embracing the Christian Religion.
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But if this be so, then what is to be understood by flesh, which verse 17. is said to be contrary to this Spirit? Why, by flesh they will tell us, we are to understand Judaism: but then let me ask,
But if this be so, then what is to be understood by Flesh, which verse 17. is said to be contrary to this Spirit? Why, by Flesh they will tell us, we Are to understand Judaism: but then let me ask,
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1. What is meant by the lusting of this flesh:
1. What is meant by the lusting of this Flesh:
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which was now dead, against the Spirit? Is that the meaning of it, Judaism lusteth against Christianity?
which was now dead, against the Spirit? Is that the meaning of it, Judaism Lusteth against Christianity?
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2. How can this dead flesh have such a numerous off-spring, as is mentioned, verse 10. The works of the flesh are manifest, which are these, Adultery, Fornication, Ʋncleannesse, Lasciviousnesse, Idolatries, Witchcraft, Hatred, Variance, &c. Must all these brats be laid a• •he door of the Synagogue? are these the brood of that Ceremonious Law of Carnal Commandments, or are they not manifestly the fruits of that corrupt Law of Carnal Concupiscence? I know not with what shadow of reason we can understand by the flesh, any thing else but Lust or Concupiscence;
2. How can this dead Flesh have such a numerous offspring, as is mentioned, verse 10. The works of the Flesh Are manifest, which Are these, Adultery, Fornication, Ʋncleannesse, Lasciviousness, Idolatries, Witchcraft, Hatred, Variance, etc. Must all these brats be laid a• •he door of the Synagogue? Are these the brood of that Ceremonious Law of Carnal commandments, or Are they not manifestly the fruits of that corrupt Law of Carnal Concupiscence? I know not with what shadow of reason we can understand by the Flesh, any thing Else but Lust or Concupiscence;
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and then by the Spirit we must understand grace, or the Spirit of Grace, which bid defiance, and are contrary to it.
and then by the Spirit we must understand grace, or the Spirit of Grace, which bid defiance, and Are contrary to it.
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Let us consider further, What is meant by that expression, of being led by the Spirit, Rom. 8. 14. Why, possibly the same men will tell us, there is no more in this then in the former;
Let us Consider further, What is meant by that expression, of being led by the Spirit, Rom. 8. 14. Why, possibly the same men will tell us, there is no more in this then in the former;
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it implores no more than the Spirits leading us into all Truth, the truth of the Gospel,
it implores no more than the Spirits leading us into all Truth, the truth of the Gospel,
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as the Star led the Wise men of the East to the Messiah: If this be granted to be all,
as the Star led the Wise men of the East to the Messiah: If this be granted to be all,
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yet here we have gotten somthing, viz. That the Spirit of God is acknowledged to be our leader:
yet Here we have got something, viz. That the Spirit of God is acknowledged to be our leader:
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but let us consider one Scripture more, Ezek. 36. 27. I will put my Spirit within you,
but let us Consider one Scripture more, Ezekiel 36. 27. I will put my Spirit within you,
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and cause you to walk in my Statutes. and cause you to walk in my Statutes.
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What are those Statutes of God, but the whole Will and Word of God? One or two of them I shall mention, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, take up his Cross, and Follow me:
What Are those Statutes of God, but the Whole Will and Word of God? One or two of them I shall mention, If any man will come After me, let him deny himself, take up his Cross, and Follow me:
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Work out your salvation with fear and trembling: Quench not the Spirit: Abstain from all appearance of evil:
Work out your salvation with Fear and trembling: Quench not the Spirit: Abstain from all appearance of evil:
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See that you walk circumspectly, &c. Are not these, and many more such, found and unrepeal'd in this great Statute Book? What is it to walk in these Statutes, other then to live in the sincere obedience of the whole Will of God? Now, saies the Lord, I will give my Spirit,
See that you walk circumspectly, etc. are not these, and many more such, found and unrepealed in this great Statute Book? What is it to walk in these Statutes, other then to live in the sincere Obedience of the Whole Will of God? Now, Says the Lord, I will give my Spirit,
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and he shall cause them, or help them to walk in my Statutes, to live an holy life. and he shall cause them, or help them to walk in my Statutes, to live an holy life.
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Let these things be considered, and see if they will not help us to a better interpretation of those words, Walk in the Spirit: Why what is the meaning then of them? I shall give you the Judgment of one who was no Phanatick: Cornelius A Lapide, who in his Commentary on ver. 16. of this Chapter, interprets the same words thus, Walk in the Spirit; that is, Vitam, actiones & mores instituite secundum dictamen, instinctum, impulsum spiritus, ac gratiae immissae & inditae vobis à spiritu sancto, qui suadet & monet ut spiritualiter vivamus.
Let these things be considered, and see if they will not help us to a better Interpretation of those words, Walk in the Spirit: Why what is the meaning then of them? I shall give you the Judgement of one who was no Fanatic: Cornelius A Lapide, who in his Commentary on ver. 16. of this Chapter, interprets the same words thus, Walk in the Spirit; that is, Vitam, actiones & mores instituite secundum dictamen, instinctum, impulsum spiritus, ac Gratiae immissae & inditae vobis à spiritu sancto, qui Suadet & monet ut spiritualiter Vivamus.
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To walk in the Spirit, signifies, 1. To live under the conduct of the Spirit. 2. To live in the power of the Spirit. 3. To live a Spiritual life.
To walk in the Spirit, signifies, 1. To live under the conduct of the Spirit. 2. To live in the power of the Spirit. 3. To live a Spiritual life.
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1. To live under the conduct and guidance of the Spirit, Rom. 8. 14. As many as are (led) by the Spirit, are the Sons of God:
1. To live under the conduct and guidance of the Spirit, Rom. 8. 14. As many as Are (led) by the Spirit, Are the Sons of God:
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There is a double Guide, whereby the Lord leads his people; The Guide of his Word, Psalm 73. 24. Thou shalt guide me by thy counsel:
There is a double Guide, whereby the Lord leads his people; The Guide of his Word, Psalm 73. 24. Thou shalt guide me by thy counsel:
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And the guide of his Spirit, John 16. 13. He shall lead you into all truth.
And the guide of his Spirit, John 16. 13. He shall led you into all truth.
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There are two things which the Spirit doth in leading on his People.
There Are two things which the Spirit does in leading on his People.
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First, He enlightens their Eyes, opens their Understandings, that they may understand the Scriptures, which point out to us our way, Luke 24. 45. Then opeued he their understandings, that they might understand the Scriptures.
First, He enlightens their Eyes, Opens their Understandings, that they may understand the Scriptures, which point out to us our Way, Lycia 24. 45. Then opeued he their understandings, that they might understand the Scriptures.
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Secondly, He takes them by the hand, as it were, and leads them, Isa. 40. 11. He shall gather the Lambs with his arm,Secondly, He Takes them by the hand, as it were, and leads them, Isaiah 40. 11. He shall gather the Lambs with his arm,
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and carry them in his Bosome, and shall gently lead those that are with young.
and carry them in his Bosom, and shall gently led those that Are with young.
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2. To live in the power of the Spirit, or of that inherent and assisting Grace which we receive from him, to be carried on in an holy course,
2. To live in the power of the Spirit, or of that inherent and assisting Grace which we receive from him, to be carried on in an holy course,
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and all the Duties of it, both from the intrins•cal power of the Life of God begotten in us,
and all the Duties of it, both from the intrins•cal power of the Life of God begotten in us,
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and by the concurrent Influences and assistance of the Holy Ghost, whom God hath given us, to help our infirmities.
and by the concurrent Influences and assistance of the Holy Ghost, whom God hath given us, to help our infirmities.
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As in the Duty of Prayer, Rom. 8. 26. So in all other Christian Duties, John 15. 5. Without me (sayes Christ, that is, without the assistance of my Spirit) ye can do nothing. Therefore the Psalmist resolves, Psalm 71. 16. I will goe in the strength of the Lord,
As in the Duty of Prayer, Rom. 8. 26. So in all other Christian Duties, John 15. 5. Without me (Says christ, that is, without the assistance of my Spirit) you can do nothing. Therefore the Psalmist resolves, Psalm 71. 16. I will go in the strength of the Lord,
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and by thee I will make mention of thy Name. and by thee I will make mention of thy Name.
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And this living in the power of the Spirit, is no other then is signified (if we did understand what we say) in those common expressions which we ordinarily have in our mouths, By the grace of God, or, by the help of God, I will do this, or that:
And this living in the power of the Spirit, is no other then is signified (if we did understand what we say) in those Common expressions which we ordinarily have in our mouths, By the grace of God, or, by the help of God, I will do this, or that:
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What the Apostle speaks of himself, as Minister, is applicable to Christians, 1 Cor. 15. 10. I laboured more abundantly then they all, yee not I,
What the Apostle speaks of himself, as Minister, is applicable to Christians, 1 Cor. 15. 10. I laboured more abundantly then they all, ye not I,
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but the Grace of God which was with me. but the Grace of God which was with me.
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Thus to walk in the Spirit, is to follow those directions, and intimations of the Will of God, which he gives us out of the Word;
Thus to walk in the Spirit, is to follow those directions, and intimations of the Will of God, which he gives us out of the Word;
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and those impulses of the Spirit upon our hearts, whereby, as by a gale of Wind filling onr Sails, he moves and helps us on.
and those impulses of the Spirit upon our hearts, whereby, as by a gale of Wind filling onr Sails, he moves and helps us on.
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When you find any clear light, breaking in from the Word upon your Consciences, and thereupon some stirrings upon your hearts, either by the way of check, restraining,
When you find any clear Light, breaking in from the Word upon your Consciences, and thereupon Some stirrings upon your hearts, either by the Way of check, restraining,
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and calling you back from any irregular or disorderly walking, or quickening and encouraging you on in a way of duty, this you may safely take to be from the Spirit;
and calling you back from any irregular or disorderly walking, or quickening and encouraging you on in a Way of duty, this you may safely take to be from the Spirit;
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and when you entertain this light, obey these checks, and follow these holy impulses; this is your walking in the Spirit.
and when you entertain this Light, obey these Checks, and follow these holy impulses; this is your walking in the Spirit.
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3 To live a spiritual Life. In whom the Spirit hath begotten another heart, those he leads on in another life.
3 To live a spiritual Life. In whom the Spirit hath begotten Another heart, those he leads on in Another life.
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He that is born of the Spirit is a spiritual man, and those that are led by the Spirit, walk on in a spiritual course, that is, they live a more noble and raised life then the rest of the world:
He that is born of the Spirit is a spiritual man, and those that Are led by the Spirit, walk on in a spiritual course, that is, they live a more noble and raised life then the rest of the world:
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Carnal men, who are governed and ruled by that evil spirit that is in the world, live an evil and carnal life;
Carnal men, who Are governed and ruled by that evil Spirit that is in the world, live an evil and carnal life;
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worldly spiritual men a worldly life; sensual men a sensual life:
worldly spiritual men a worldly life; sensual men a sensual life:
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Ephes. 2. 2, 3. Wherein in time past ye walked after the course of this World, according to the Prince of the power of the Air, the spirit that now worketh in the children of Disobedience, among whom we also had our conversations in the lusts of the flesh fulfilling the desires of the flesh and of the mind. Ephesians 2. 2, 3. Wherein in time passed you walked After the course of this World, according to the Prince of the power of the Air, the Spirit that now works in the children of Disobedience, among whom we also had our conversations in the Lustiest of the Flesh fulfilling the Desires of the Flesh and of the mind.
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Whilest we were in the common state we took the common road; whilest we were in the flesh, fleshly men, we lived a fleshly life.
Whilst we were in the Common state we took the Common road; whilst we were in the Flesh, fleshly men, we lived a fleshly life.
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To serve ou• bellies, to serve our appetites, to serve our pride, and covetousness, and other lusts, this was our life.
To serve ou• bellies, to serve our appetites, to serve our pride, and covetousness, and other Lustiest, this was our life.
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And this life was sutable to that Spirit which was within them, and that evil Spirit, the Prince of this world without them, that govern'd and steer'd their course.
And this life was suitable to that Spirit which was within them, and that evil Spirit, the Prince of this world without them, that governed and steered their course.
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Accordingly, the Saints having a new heart within, and a new leader without, do lead a new life;
Accordingly, the Saints having a new heart within, and a new leader without, do led a new life;
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as the flesh and the Devil carry evil men on in a course sutable to their leaders,
as the Flesh and the devil carry evil men on in a course suitable to their leaders,
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so the Spirit and Grace of God carry on the Saints in a course sutable to theirs,
so the Spirit and Grace of God carry on the Saints in a course suitable to theirs,
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an holy, spiritual, and heavenly lif•. So that this is to walk in the Spirit, to live holily and spiritually;
an holy, spiritual, and heavenly lif•. So that this is to walk in the Spirit, to live holily and spiritually;
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this is that life which is called, The life of God, Ephes. 4. 19. The Conversation in Heaven, Phil. 3. 20. Our Conversation is in Heaven.
this is that life which is called, The life of God, Ephesians 4. 19. The Conversation in Heaven, Philip 3. 20. Our Conversation is in Heaven.
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And a Spiritual and Heavenly Life, this may be called, upon a three-fold account. 1 Their dealings are about Spiritual and Heavenly things. 2 Their delights are Spiritual and Heavenly. 3 By these Spiritual dealings and delights themselves become daily more Spiritual.
And a Spiritual and Heavenly Life, this may be called, upon a threefold account. 1 Their dealings Are about Spiritual and Heavenly things. 2 Their delights Are Spiritual and Heavenly. 3 By these Spiritual dealings and delights themselves become daily more Spiritual.
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1 Their dealings are about Spiritual and Heavenly things, God, and Heaven, and everlasting Glory; and those spiritual Exercises, whereby God is served, and Glory obtained:
1 Their dealings Are about Spiritual and Heavenly things, God, and Heaven, and everlasting Glory; and those spiritual Exercises, whereby God is served, and Glory obtained:
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these are the matters about which this life is spent.
these Are the matters about which this life is spent.
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They live with God, they hold daily intelligence with Heaven, they are much in the contemplating,
They live with God, they hold daily intelligence with Heaven, they Are much in the contemplating,
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and admiring, and adoring the infinite beauty and incomprehensible perfections of God and his unspeakable love and grac•, and goodness towards them.
and admiring, and adoring the infinite beauty and incomprehensible perfections of God and his unspeakable love and grac•, and Goodness towards them.
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They are searching into the Mysteries of Christ, studying out the riches of the glory of the Mystery of the Gospel.
They Are searching into the Mysteres of christ, studying out the riches of the glory of the Mystery of the Gospel.
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They live amongst Angels, their hearts and their eyes are dayly in that general Assembly and Church of the first-born.
They live among Angels, their hearts and their eyes Are daily in that general Assembly and Church of the firstborn.
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When they sleep they lay them down under the wings of their Lord;
When they sleep they lay them down under the wings of their Lord;
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no sooner are they awake, but they get them up to the top of Pisgah, to take a view of the Promised Land;
no sooner Are they awake, but they get them up to the top of Pisgah, to take a view of the Promised Land;
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When I awake, I am ever with thee, says the Psalmist: When the covetous man awakes, he is with his God;When I awake, I am ever with thee, Says the Psalmist: When the covetous man awakes, he is with his God;
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when the Epicure awakes, he is with his God; when the Adulterer awakes, he is with his Goddess:
when the Epicure awakes, he is with his God; when the Adulterer awakes, he is with his Goddess:
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Christians are presently above the clouds, above the stars, falling down before the Throne of the Almighty:
Christians Are presently above the Clouds, above the Stars, falling down before the Throne of the Almighty:
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Their work is to seek, and serve, and praise, and please the Lord; to carry themselves so, that they may be accepted to God;
Their work is to seek, and serve, and praise, and please the Lord; to carry themselves so, that they may be accepted to God;
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to be washing their robes and making them white in the bloud of the Lamb;
to be washing their robes and making them white in the blood of the Lamb;
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to be minding their souls, consciences, affections, thoughts, that these may all, in their several capacities, exalt and enjoy the Lord:
to be minding their Souls, Consciences, affections, thoughts, that these may all, in their several capacities, exalt and enjoy the Lord:
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Their Trading is for the Pearl, whilest the Merchants of the Earth are trading for Gold, and Silver, and Spices, whilest the Muck-worms of the world are dealing in Corn, and Sheep, and Oxen, and Asses, whilst the v•luptuous wantons of the earth are dealing about fashions,
Their Trading is for the Pearl, whilst the Merchant's of the Earth Are trading for Gold, and Silver, and Spices, whilst the Muckworms of the world Are dealing in Corn, and Sheep, and Oxen, and Asses, while the v•luptuous wantons of the earth Are dealing about fashions,
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and feasts, and sports, trading in Toyes, Feathers, Apes, and Peacocks;
and feasts, and sports, trading in Toys, Feathers, Apes, and Peacocks;
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Christians are trading in Promises and Prayer, in Faith and Repentance, in Patience and Humility, in Mercy and Charity, that by these they may make their Calling and Election sure, and so an entrance may be administred unto them abundantly, into the everlasting kingdom of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.
Christians Are trading in Promises and Prayer, in Faith and Repentance, in Patience and Humility, in Mercy and Charity, that by these they may make their Calling and Election sure, and so an Entrance may be administered unto them abundantly, into the everlasting Kingdom of our Lord and Saviour jesus christ.
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These are the businesses of Christians lives, their dealings are about spiritual things. 2 Their delights are in spiritual things:
These Are the businesses of Christians lives, their dealings Are about spiritual things. 2 Their delights Are in spiritual things:
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The Lord is the delight of their hearts, Delight thy self in God, sayes the Psalmist, Psal. 37. 4. And what he bids others do, he does himself, Psal. 16. 8, 9. I have set the Lord always before me,
The Lord is the delight of their hearts, Delight thy self in God, Says the Psalmist, Psalm 37. 4. And what he bids Others do, he does himself, Psalm 16. 8, 9. I have Set the Lord always before me,
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therefore my heart is glad, and my glory rejoyceth. The thoughts of God are dear and precious to them.Therefore my heart is glad, and my glory Rejoiceth. The thoughts of God Are dear and precious to them.
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The Word and Law of God is their delight, Psal. 1. His delight is in the Law of his God,;
The Word and Law of God is their delight, Psalm 1. His delight is in the Law of his God,;
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The Courts of the Lord, his Ordinances, Worship, Sabbaths, are their delight, Psal. 84. 1. How amiable are thy Tabernacles, O Lord of Hosts.
The Courts of the Lord, his Ordinances, Worship, Sabbaths, Are their delight, Psalm 84. 1. How amiable Are thy Tabernacles, Oh Lord of Hosts.
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Their work is their delight, Psal. 40. I delight to do thy will; Their hardest works, Fasting, and Watching, and Wrestling, and Fighting against Sin and Temptations, crucifying,
Their work is their delight, Psalm 40. I delight to do thy will; Their Hardest works, Fasting, and Watching, and Wrestling, and Fighting against since and Temptations, crucifying,
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and mortifying their own flesh, denying themselves, mourning for sin; there is much sweetness they find in their very travels, and tears, and sorrowings;
and mortifying their own Flesh, denying themselves, mourning for since; there is much sweetness they find in their very travels, and tears, and sorrowings;
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as sorrowing, sayes the Apostle, yet alwayes rejoycing. As Solomon speaks of Carnal Mirth, Prov. 14. In the midst of laughter the heart is sad: as sorrowing, Says the Apostle, yet always rejoicing. As Solomon speaks of Carnal Mirth, Curae 14. In the midst of laughter the heart is sad:
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so it may be said of spiritual Mourning, in the midst of sorrow, the heart is joyful;
so it may be said of spiritual Mourning, in the midst of sorrow, the heart is joyful;
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the heart of a Saint is never in so sweet a frame, as when it is melted into godly sorrow;
the heart of a Saint is never in so sweet a frame, as when it is melted into godly sorrow;
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but especially, Christ is their deleght, he is the deliciae Christiani orbis, Canticle• 2. 3. I sate down under •is shadow, with great delight.
but especially, christ is their deleght, he is the Deliciae Christians Orbis, Canticle• 2. 3. I sat down under •is shadow, with great delight.
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Carnal men are ready to say to them, as the Daughters of Jerusalem to the Spouse, Cant. 5. 9. What is thy beloved more •en another beloved? What beauty is there in him, that thou shouldest thus desire him,
Carnal men Are ready to say to them, as the Daughters of Jerusalem to the Spouse, Cant 5. 9. What is thy Beloved more •en Another Beloved? What beauty is there in him, that thou Shouldst thus desire him,
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or take such pleasure in him? They see no beauty in him, he hath no Form,
or take such pleasure in him? They see no beauty in him, he hath no From,
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nor comeliness in their eye, and therefore they think there is none. Oh Sinners!
nor comeliness in their eye, and Therefore they think there is none. O Sinners!
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you do not know Christ, you have had no acquaintance with him, you have not t•sted of the fruits of this Tree, of the clusters of this Vine:
you do not know christ, you have had no acquaintance with him, you have not t•sted of the fruits of this Tree, of the clusters of this Vine:
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I sate me down under his shadow with great delight, and his fruit was swee• to my (taste. I sat me down under his shadow with great delight, and his fruit was swee• to my (taste.
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) Saints have tasted of the sweetness of Christ; tasted that the Lord is gracious, and therefore can take great delight in him.
) Saints have tasted of the sweetness of christ; tasted that the Lord is gracious, and Therefore can take great delight in him.
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The delight they take in Christ, is that which puts such a delight into every Ordinance, into every Duty;
The delight they take in christ, is that which puts such a delight into every Ordinance, into every Duty;
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therefore Praying, and Reading is so pleasant to them, because there they meet with their Beloved.
Therefore Praying, and Reading is so pleasant to them, Because there they meet with their beloved.
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Christ appears to them in his Word, Christ meets his Saints in their Prayings and Fastings,
christ appears to them in his Word, christ meets his Saints in their Prayings and Fastings,
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and this makes all sweet to their souls.
and this makes all sweet to their Souls.
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Carnal men think the life of Saints to be an heavy, a sad, and most troublesome life;
Carnal men think the life of Saints to be an heavy, a sad, and most troublesome life;
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they count, that themselves have the onely merry and pleasant lives:
they count, that themselves have the only merry and pleasant lives:
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that their Hawks, and Hounds, their Carding and Dicing, and Drinking and Dancing, their Seews and Plays, that these are the onely Heaven:
that their Hawks, and Hounds, their Carding and Dicing, and Drinking and Dancing, their Seews and Plays, that these Are the only Heaven:
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This is all one as to say, that God hath put more sweetness into creatures, then is in himself;
This is all one as to say, that God hath put more sweetness into creatures, then is in himself;
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that the basest and vilest use of the creatures, doth yield more true content, then the souls exercising it self on God;
that the Basest and Vilest use of the creatures, does yield more true content, then the Souls exercising it self on God;
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as if the thorn should yield more sweetness, the bramble more fatness then the Fig-tree or Olive; where are the understandings of these men? I tell you Sinners,
as if the thorn should yield more sweetness, the bramble more fatness then the Fig tree or Olive; where Are the understandings of these men? I tell you Sinners,
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when you have gone from flower to flower, from creature to creature, from pleasure to pleasure,
when you have gone from flower to flower, from creature to creature, from pleasure to pleasure,
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and sucked out all the fatness and sweetness that these will yield;
and sucked out all the fatness and sweetness that these will yield;
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a poor Christian will get more real pleasure out of one Chapter of his Bible, out of an honest Sermon, out of one hours converse with God in Prayer,
a poor Christian will get more real pleasure out of one Chapter of his bible, out of an honest Sermon, out of one hours converse with God in Prayer,
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then yo•r whole life will bring you in. The Gospel, with its brests of consolation, at which he sucks, yields him sweeter milk;
then yo•r Whole life will bring you in. The Gospel, with its breasts of consolation, At which he sucks, yields him Sweeten milk;
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those clusters of Canaan, on which he lives, yield him richer Wine then the whole world will afford any;
those clusters of Canaan, on which he lives, yield him Richer Wine then the Whole world will afford any;
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The gleanings of a Christians joy, are better then the Vinta•e of Sinner;
The gleanings of a Christians joy, Are better then the Vinta•e of Sinner;
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and you cannot so much slight the glory of their S•n, as they despise the glory of your sparks.
and you cannot so much slight the glory of their S•n, as they despise the glory of your sparks.
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3 By these spiritual exercises and delights, they become more and more spiritual themselves.
3 By these spiritual exercises and delights, they become more and more spiritual themselves.
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By their beholding the face of God, they are changed from glory to glory, into his image and likeness;
By their beholding the face of God, they Are changed from glory to glory, into his image and likeness;
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by living so much in Heaven, the temper and frame of their hearts becomes heavenly;
by living so much in Heaven, the temper and frame of their hearts becomes heavenly;
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mens ordinary company and exercises have such an influence upon them, that 'tis not unusual that they change their disposition.
Mens ordinary company and exercises have such an influence upon them, that it's not unusual that they change their disposition.
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Frothy company, and vain exercises, will leave a frothiness and vanity upon mens spirits, and serious,
Frothy company, and vain exercises, will leave a frothiness and vanity upon men's spirits, and serious,
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and savoury company, and exercises, do leave a good savour behind them. He whose work is in the Coal-mines, his hiew is thereafter;
and savoury company, and exercises, do leave a good savour behind them. He whose work is in the Coal-mines, his hiew is thereafter;
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the flies that feed on the dung, look like the dung they feed on.
the flies that feed on the dung, look like the dung they feed on.
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Carnal men, by being continually conversant about their earthly affairs, have nothing but earthiness left upon their spirits;
Carnal men, by being continually conversant about their earthly affairs, have nothing but earthiness left upon their spirits;
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their Thoughts, Affections, their Souls are become earth, earthly; their duties are earthly, their prayers, their praises, their hearings, all are earthly:
their Thoughts, Affections, their Souls Are become earth, earthly; their duties Are earthly, their Prayers, their praises, their hearings, all Are earthly:
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When they go to Church, when they go to their Clossets, they must carry their earth along with them,
When they go to Church, when they go to their Closets, they must carry their earth along with them,
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or leave their hearts behind them.
or leave their hearts behind them.
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On the other side, Christians, by having their dwellings with God, their Delights, their Recreations, their daily business with God;
On the other side, Christians, by having their dwellings with God, their Delights, their Recreations, their daily business with God;
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the Spirit of Glory and of God resteth upon them;
the Spirit of Glory and of God rests upon them;
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by their Divine Exercises, they are made more partakers of the Divine Nature; and as Worldlings businesses and delights, do leave an earthliness upon their very Religion,
by their Divine Exercises, they Are made more partakers of the Divine Nature; and as Worldlings businesses and delights, do leave an earthliness upon their very Religion,
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so a Christians Religion doth Spiritualize his Civil Affairs: Carnal mens prayers do savour of their Fields, Oxen, and sports;
so a Christians Religion does Spiritualize his Civil Affairs: Carnal men's Prayers do savour of their Fields, Oxen, and sports;
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Carnal mens Sabbaths do smell of their Working-days, and a Christians works do savour of his prayers;
Carnal men's Sabbaths do smell of their Working-days, and a Christians works do savour of his Prayers;
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a Christians Week-days have a tincture of his Sabbaths;
a Christians Weekdays have a tincture of his Sabbaths;
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he eats and drinks, he buys and sells, he ploughs and threshes, not as a man, but as a Saint;
he eats and drinks, he buys and sells, he ploughs and threshes, not as a man, but as a Saint;
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he doth not onely pray as a Saint, and hear as a Saint, but he ploughs as a Saint, he trades as a Saint;
he does not only pray as a Saint, and hear as a Saint, but he ploughs as a Saint, he trades as a Saint;
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his heart is in Heaven while his hand is at the Plough, he is serving his God while he is serving his own necessities;
his heart is in Heaven while his hand is At the Plough, he is serving his God while he is serving his own necessities;
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he seeks, he serves, he eyes, he enjoys his God, in all he hath or doth;
he seeks, he serves, he eyes, he enjoys his God, in all he hath or does;
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he proves by his sense that God is every where; with him he dwells, feeds, labours, lodges, with him he lives, he dies.
he Proves by his sense that God is every where; with him he dwells, feeds, labours, lodges, with him he lives, he die.
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And thus you see what it is to walk in the Spirit.
And thus you see what it is to walk in the Spirit.
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Look how far forth such a Christian lives in the Spirit, so far forth doth he live such a life as this.
Look how Far forth such a Christian lives in the Spirit, so Far forth does he live such a life as this.
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3 This is no fansie, and if I fail not here, if I prove this, I hope Sinners, you will then see reason enough to take the Phanatick upon your selves,
3 This is no fancy, and if I fail not Here, if I prove this, I hope Sinners, you will then see reason enough to take the Fanatic upon your selves,
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and from henceforth stile these despised Saints in your Stilo novo, Israelites indeed.
and from henceforth style these despised Saints in your Stilo novo, Israelites indeed.
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Christians (you that hear me this day) will you help me in this proof, this once help me,
Christians (you that hear me this day) will you help me in this proof, this once help me,
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and the cause will go cleary on the Lords side; you may if you will, come in, and be willing instances of this Truth.
and the cause will go cleary on the lords side; you may if you will, come in, and be willing instances of this Truth.
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Will you live according to your Principles, that Life of God which is within you? Will you live according to your Rules, that Word of Life which is before you? Will you follow your Leader, that Holy Spirit which is given to conduct you? Will you fall closer to the practice of that Godliness which you profess? will you live in the obedience of that Spirit which you have received, will you shew your selves a pattern of Faith, of Patience, of Righteousness and Holiness? Will you be dealing less about these earthly vanities,
Will you live according to your Principles, that Life of God which is within you? Will you live according to your Rules, that Word of Life which is before you? Will you follow your Leader, that Holy Spirit which is given to conduct you? Will you fallen closer to the practice of that Godliness which you profess? will you live in the Obedience of that Spirit which you have received, will you show your selves a pattern of Faith, of Patience, of Righteousness and Holiness? Will you be dealing less about these earthly vanities,
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and be less earthly in your earthly dealings;
and be less earthly in your earthly dealings;
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shall your dealings be wholly about Heaven and Heavenly things, and will you make these your dealings your delights? Will you labour by being more conversant about spirituall things,
shall your dealings be wholly about Heaven and Heavenly things, and will you make these your dealings your delights? Will you labour by being more conversant about spiritual things,
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and in spiritual exercises, to become more spiritual, more spiritually minded, more spiritually tempred? Will you get more clear off the love,
and in spiritual exercises, to become more spiritual, more spiritually minded, more spiritually tempered? Will you get more clear off the love,
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and lusts, and fashions, and ways, and joys of this world? Will you suffer the Eternal Spirit to fill you with his love,
and Lustiest, and fashions, and ways, and Joys of this world? Will you suffer the Eternal Spirit to fill you with his love,
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and fashion you into his likeness? Will you forbear any more resisting, grieving, slighting, quenching his holy motions;
and fashion you into his likeness? Will you forbear any more resisting, grieving, slighting, quenching his holy motions;
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will you hearken to his counsels, answer his impulses? Will you grow on to be more Christians daily, more Saints daily, Saints in heart, Saints in tongue, Saints in the general frame o• your course? Will you make your graces more vi•••le, your comforts more visible, your spiritual joys and delights more visible will you let your light so shine before men, that they must either put out their own Eyes,
will you harken to his Counsels, answer his impulses? Will you grow on to be more Christians daily, more Saints daily, Saints in heart, Saints in tongue, Saints in the general frame o• your course? Will you make your graces more vi•••le, your comforts more visible, your spiritual Joys and delights more visible will you let your Light so shine before men, that they must either put out their own Eyes,
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or else be forced to acknowledge that God is in you of a truth? Brethren, We may much thank our selves for all our Adversaries slanders;
or Else be forced to acknowledge that God is in you of a truth? Brothers, We may much thank our selves for all our Adversaries slanders;
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we have helped them to reproaches, we have furnished them with accusations, by our walking so much in the Flesh,
we have helped them to Reproaches, we have furnished them with accusations, by our walking so much in the Flesh,
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and so little in the Spirit, we have taught them to question, whether there be any such thing a• walking in the Spirit.
and so little in the Spirit, we have taught them to question, whither there be any such thing a• walking in the Spirit.
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The Lord pardon us, the Lord make us sensible of it;
The Lord pardon us, the Lord make us sensible of it;
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we have brought up an evil report upon our God, upon his Spirit, Gospel and wayes,
we have brought up an evil report upon our God, upon his Spirit, Gospel and ways,
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and for ought we know have undone many poor wretches, by our hardning them in their misconceits of Godliness and Religion:
and for ought we know have undone many poor wretches, by our hardening them in their misconceits of Godliness and Religion:
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There have been so much Dross in our Gold, so much Ashes upon our Fire,
There have been so much Dross in our Gold, so much Ashes upon our Fire,
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so much Earth upon our Spirits, such sad mixture of Water with our Wine, so much Liberty taken for our Carnal joyes and Carnal pleasures;
so much Earth upon our Spirits, such sad mixture of Water with our Wine, so much Liberty taken for our Carnal Joys and Carnal pleasures;
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our Light hath been so dim, our Grace hath been so low, our good works have been so spare,
our Light hath been so dim, our Grace hath been so low, our good works have been so spare,
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and so thin, that we have made them bold to say, We are not what we are,
and so thin, that we have made them bold to say, We Are not what we Are,
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but a meer lie and deceit;
but a mere lie and deceit;
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And we have now no such way to vindicate our selves, our Religion, our Holy profession, to justifie our God and his Gospel,
And we have now no such Way to vindicate our selves, our Religion, our Holy profession, to justify our God and his Gospel,
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as by blowing up the Coals, shaking off our Ashes, stirring up the Graces of God within us,
as by blowing up the Coals, shaking off our Ashes, stirring up the Graces of God within us,
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and letting them have their perfect work in us.
and letting them have their perfect work in us.
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Will you Christians, will you hearken to me in this? Then I should be bold to bring you forth as Witnesses for God and his Truth.
Will you Christians, will you harken to me in this? Then I should be bold to bring you forth as Witnesses for God and his Truth.
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However, though upon your account it would be the more comfortable, though, ex abundanti, I would bring in as many evidences as possible, yet if you should fail me,
However, though upon your account it would be the more comfortable, though, ex abundanti, I would bring in as many evidences as possible, yet if you should fail me,
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or any other particular congregation of professors, yet let the World know I have sufficient proof ready at hand. For,
or any other particular congregation of professors, yet let the World know I have sufficient proof ready At hand. For,
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If this walking in the Spirit be a fancy, then these Damnable Absurdities will unavoidably follow: 1. That the Spirit of the Lord is unfaithful in his Office. 2. That God himself is false in his Promise. 3. That the Devil doth more to the Damning of Souls,
If this walking in the Spirit be a fancy, then these Damnable Absurdities will avoidable follow: 1. That the Spirit of the Lord is unfaithful in his Office. 2. That God himself is false in his Promise. 3. That the devil does more to the Damning of Souls,
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than the Spirit of God to the saving them. 4. That God hath no People, no peculiar People in the world.
than the Spirit of God to the Saving them. 4. That God hath no People, no peculiar People in the world.
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1. If walking in the Spirit be a fancy, the Spirit is unfaithful in his Office.
1. If walking in the Spirit be a fancy, the Spirit is unfaithful in his Office.
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That the Spirit of God is given to the People of God, to every one of them, is so plainly asserted, that he must deny the Scriptures that doth not grant it, Rom. 8. 9. Ye are not in the Flesh,
That the Spirit of God is given to the People of God, to every one of them, is so plainly asserted, that he must deny the Scriptures that does not grant it, Rom. 8. 9. You Are not in the Flesh,
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but in the Spirit, if so be that the spirit of God dwell in you. Now if any man have not the spirit of Christ, he is none of his. but in the Spirit, if so be that the Spirit of God dwell in you. Now if any man have not the Spirit of christ, he is none of his.
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That there are certain operations of the Spirit, which he is by Office to perform, is as certain, as, 1. To Enlighten; therefore he is called the Spirit of Wisdome and Revelation, Ephes. 1. 17, 18. 2. To sanctifie;
That there Are certain operations of the Spirit, which he is by Office to perform, is as certain, as, 1. To Enlighten; Therefore he is called the Spirit of Wisdom and Revelation, Ephesians 1. 17, 18. 2. To sanctify;
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therefore Sanctification is called, The sanctification of the Spirit, 2 Thes. 2. 13. 3. To Lead, John 16. 13. He shall lead you into all Truth.
Therefore Sanctification is called, The sanctification of the Spirit, 2 Thebes 2. 13. 3. To Led, John 16. 13. He shall led you into all Truth.
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4. To Assist, and help, Rom. 8. 26. Exek. 36. 27. 5. To Comfort; therefore is he called, The Comforter. If the Spirit of the Lord doth his Office,
4. To Assist, and help, Rom. 8. 26. Ezek. 36. 27. 5. To Comfort; Therefore is he called, The Comforter. If the Spirit of the Lord does his Office,
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then there are persons that are Enlightned, Sanctified, Led, Assisted, Comforted by him; If there be none such;
then there Are Persons that Are Enlightened, Sanctified, Led, Assisted, Comforted by him; If there be none such;
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if the comfort of the Saints be but pretended, if their light, their help, their quicknings, their encouragements, be all fancies;
if the Comfort of the Saints be but pretended, if their Light, their help, their quickenings, their encouragements, be all fancies;
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if they be but led in conceit, quickned in conceit, comforted in conceit, then where is the Spirits faithfulness? See what Blasphemies men run themselves upon before they are aware.
if they be but led in conceit, quickened in conceit, comforted in conceit, then where is the Spirits faithfulness? See what Blasphemies men run themselves upon before they Are aware.
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Sinners, take heed what you do; you are bold to reproach the Saints with the Spirit, the Spirit;
Sinners, take heed what you do; you Are bold to reproach the Saints with the Spirit, the Spirit;
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but take heed mean while of reproaching the Spirit with unfaithfulness: Blasphemy against the Spirit is no small sin,
but take heed mean while of reproaching the Spirit with unfaithfulness: Blasphemy against the Spirit is no small since,
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though every blaspheming of the Spirit, be not that unpardonable sin, yet it is a fair step towards it; look to your selves.
though every blaspheming of the Spirit, be not that unpardonable since, yet it is a fair step towards it; look to your selves.
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2. If walking in the Spirit be a fancy, then God himself is false in his promise, Ezek. 36. 27. beforementioned, I will put my Spirit within them,
2. If walking in the Spirit be a fancy, then God himself is false in his promise, Ezekiel 36. 27. beforementioned, I will put my Spirit within them,
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and cause them to walk in my Statutes. and cause them to walk in my Statutes.
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If there be no such thing done, then where is the promise of God? He that makes walking in the Spirit, to be nothing but talks, makes the promise of God to be nothing but words.
If there be no such thing done, then where is the promise of God? He that makes walking in the Spirit, to be nothing but talks, makes the promise of God to be nothing but words.
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3. If walking in the Spirit be but fancy, Then the Devil doth more to the destroying of Souls,
3. If walking in the Spirit be but fancy, Then the devil does more to the destroying of Souls,
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than the Spirit of the Lord doth to the salvation of Souls. than the Spirit of the Lord does to the salvation of Souls.
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Let us consider again that Scripture, Ephes. 2. 2. Wherein in time past ye walked according to the course of this World, according to the Prince of the power of the Air, the Spirit that now worketh in the Children of Disobedience.
Let us Consider again that Scripture, Ephesians 2. 2. Wherein in time passed you walked according to the course of this World, according to the Prince of the power of the Air, the Spirit that now works in the Children of Disobedience.
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There are two things there observable to our purpose;
There Are two things there observable to our purpose;
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1. Sinners are led by the Devil. 2. They are assisted and excited by the Devil. 1. They are led by the Devil;
1. Sinners Are led by the devil. 2. They Are assisted and excited by the devil. 1. They Are led by the devil;
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that's noted in that expression, They walk on according to the Prince of the Power of the Air;
that's noted in that expression, They walk on according to the Prince of the Power of the Air;
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according to his guidance, according to his minde and will, he hath them at his beck.
according to his guidance, according to his mind and will, he hath them At his beck.
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When he sayes, Go, they go, and when he sayes, Come, they come; and when he sayes do this, they do it.
When he Says, Go, they go, and when he Says, Come, they come; and when he Says do this, they do it.
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But how comes this to pass, that the Devil can hold such an hand over them, can lead them thus at pleasure? VVhy;
But how comes this to pass, that the devil can hold such an hand over them, can led them thus At pleasure? Why;
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2. They are assisted and excited by the Devil;
2. They Are assisted and excited by the devil;
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that evil Spirit works in them, suggests evil thoughts into them, and thereby excites and provokes, and sets them a work.
that evil Spirit works in them, suggests evil thoughts into them, and thereby excites and provokes, and sets them a work.
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The Devil is said, Acts 5. to fill the hearts of Ananias and Saphira, to lye against the Holy Ghost;
The devil is said, Acts 5. to fill the hearts of Ananias and Sapphira, to lie against the Holy Ghost;
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And when he had once put a lye into their Hearts, their Hearts presently put a lye into their Mouths.
And when he had once put a lie into their Hearts, their Hearts presently put a lie into their Mouths.
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VVhen the Devil hath wrought wickedness into the hearts of sinners, then they presently fall to working it out.
When the devil hath wrought wickedness into the hearts of Sinners, then they presently fallen to working it out.
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When wicked men lye, it is the Devil lies in them; when they curse and rage, and swell with madness, the Devil rages in them;
When wicked men lie, it is the devil lies in them; when they curse and rage, and swell with madness, the devil rages in them;
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VVhen the lusts of men bring forth Adulteries, Drunkenness, Riot Revellings, &c. the Devil lies within blowing up the coals.
When the Lustiest of men bring forth Adulteries, drunkenness, Riot Revellings, etc. the devil lies within blowing up the coals.
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Is this but a conceit, that wicked men walk in the Spirit? That unclean Spirit.
Is this but a conceit, that wicked men walk in the Spirit? That unclean Spirit.
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That the Devil drawes them on, and drives them on, and helps them on ▪ and hardens them on in their wickedness? Could men be so wicked as they are, could there be such quarrelling:
That the devil draws them on, and drives them on, and helps them on ▪ and hardens them on in their wickedness? Could men be so wicked as they Are, could there be such quarreling:
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and contentions, such debaucheries and villanies, such cursings and blasphemings, such rottenness and ribaldries coming out of mens mouths,
and contentions, such debaucheries and villainies, such cursings and blasphemings, such rottenness and ribaldries coming out of men's mouths,
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and abounding in their lives? Could there be so much constancy, fruitfulness, boldness, hardness in sinning, against all fears, warnings, reproofs, counsels, against Conscience,
and abounding in their lives? Could there be so much constancy, fruitfulness, boldness, hardness in sinning, against all fears, Warnings, reproofs, Counsels, against Conscience,
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and the Dictates of their Reason and common sense, were it not for that evil Spirit that works in these Children of disobedience? Now if it be no fancy, that wicked men walk in the spirit (this you must grant,
and the Dictates of their Reason and Common sense, were it not for that evil Spirit that works in these Children of disobedience? Now if it be no fancy, that wicked men walk in the Spirit (this you must grant,
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or else you must conclude that they are all Devils themselves) and if you grant it, can you conceive it to be but a fancy, that the Saints walk in the spirit? If the Devil works lies and oaths,
or Else you must conclude that they Are all Devils themselves) and if you grant it, can you conceive it to be but a fancy, that the Saints walk in the Spirit? If the devil works lies and Oaths,
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and curses into the Hearts of sinners, sure you may well allow that the Spirit of God works duties, works a prayer or praises, &c. into the hearts of the Srints.
and curses into the Hearts of Sinners, sure you may well allow that the Spirit of God works duties, works a prayer or praises, etc. into the hearts of the Srints.
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Could a poor Christian, that hath so many corruptions within, so many Temptations without, so many weaknesses, hindrances, discouragements, ever follow the Lord in his holy wayes against them all,
Could a poor Christian, that hath so many corruptions within, so many Temptations without, so many Weaknesses, hindrances, discouragements, ever follow the Lord in his holy ways against them all,
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if he had no other Spirit than his own to carry him on? The Saints sure have as much need of that help which is from above, to carry them on in holiness unto life,
if he had no other Spirit than his own to carry him on? The Saints sure have as much need of that help which is from above, to carry them on in holiness unto life,
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as Sinners have of that which is from beneath, to carry them on in iniquity to destruction;
as Sinners have of that which is from beneath, to carry them on in iniquity to destruction;
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and me thinks you should not question, but the Spirit of God will be as active to stay,
and me thinks you should not question, but the Spirit of God will be as active to stay,
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as the Devil is busie to destroy.
as the devil is busy to destroy.
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4. If walking in the Spirit be but a fancy, then God hath no People in the World, Rom. 8. 14. As many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the Sons of God.
4. If walking in the Spirit be but a fancy, then God hath no People in the World, Rom. 8. 14. As many as Are led by the Spirit of God, they Are the Sons of God.
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As many, that is, just so many, and no more:As many, that is, just so many, and no more:
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God hath no more Children in the VVorld, than there are persons that are led by the Spirit;
God hath no more Children in the World, than there Are Persons that Are led by the Spirit;
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to be led by the Spirit, and to walk in the Spirit, signifie one and the same thing:
to be led by the Spirit, and to walk in the Spirit, signify one and the same thing:
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If then there be no such thing, nor no such persons in the World to be found, where then are Gods Children? God hath no Child, if this be so:
If then there be no such thing, nor no such Persons in the World to be found, where then Are God's Children? God hath no Child, if this be so:
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You must write the God of all the Earth childless, a Father without a Childe, a King without a People;
You must write the God of all the Earth childless, a Father without a Child, a King without a People;
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if these wise men be true men; and true men you can very hardly call them, who having robbed the King of Saints of all his Subjects,
if these wise men be true men; and true men you can very hardly call them, who having robbed the King of Saints of all his Subject's,
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and the Father of Lights of all his Children. You see now to what a plain issue this matter is also brought:
and the Father of Lights of all his Children. You see now to what a plain issue this matter is also brought:
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If you be in the right in this thing, then the Spirit of God must be unfaithful in his Office, God must be false in his promise;
If you be in the right in this thing, then the Spirit of God must be unfaithful in his Office, God must be false in his promise;
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the Devil doth more to the damning, than the spirit of God doth to the saving of souls;
the devil does more to the damning, than the Spirit of God does to the Saving of Souls;
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and one of these two things will follow hence, either that the Devil is of more might than the Almighty Spirit,
and one of these two things will follow hence, either that the devil is of more might than the Almighty Spirit,
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or that the God of love hath not so much love as the Devil hath malice;
or that the God of love hath not so much love as the devil hath malice;
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and lastly, that God hath no People in the world.
and lastly, that God hath no People in the world.
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But it may be sinners, you will yet reply, Well, We will grant that this is true, that there are those that are led by the spirit,
But it may be Sinners, you will yet reply, Well, We will grant that this is true, that there Are those that Are led by the Spirit,
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and walk in the spirit, but when you talk of so much Spirituality in Mortal men, of such high notions as living in the fellowship of the spirit, living in Heaven when you tell us of such Glorious light, such Raptures of Joy, such Extasies of Spiritual delights, here are the Fancies;
and walk in the Spirit, but when you talk of so much Spirituality in Mortal men, of such high notions as living in the fellowship of the Spirit, living in Heaven when you tell us of such Glorious Light, such Raptures of Joy, such Ecstasies of Spiritual delights, Here Are the Fancies;
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These are the things which we cannot but account the foolish Dreames of deluded hearts. And now you think you have hit at last.
These Are the things which we cannot but account the foolish Dreams of deluded hearts. And now you think you have hit At last.
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But is not this it which you say, The Spirit enlightens, but gives no light: The enlightned see no more than the blinde:
But is not this it which you say, The Spirit enlightens, but gives no Light: The enlightened see no more than the blind:
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The Spirit renews men, and yet they are not changed:
The Spirit renews men, and yet they Are not changed:
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The Spirit leades the Saints, and yet they follow him just as fast as those that have no legs:
The Spirit leads the Saints, and yet they follow him just as fast as those that have no legs:
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The Spirit dwells in them, and yet they have no more fellowship or acquaintance with him,
The Spirit dwells in them, and yet they have no more fellowship or acquaintance with him,
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than those that never saw him: The Spirit assists, and yet gives no help: The Spirit comforts, and yet gives no joy;
than those that never saw him: The Spirit assists, and yet gives no help: The Spirit comforts, and yet gives no joy;
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but after all he hath done, leaves them just as other men, and whatsoever they pretend to have more, is a meer cheat and delusion.
but After all he hath done, leaves them just as other men, and whatsoever they pretend to have more, is a mere cheat and delusion.
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The sum of all comes to this, The Spirit doth, and yet doth not; doth something, some great thing, and yet that something is just nothing.
The sum of all comes to this, The Spirit does, and yet does not; does something, Some great thing, and yet that something is just nothing.
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But is there no such life of God, wherein the Lord having gotten the chief interest in the heart, hath also the Dominion of the life? Is there no such life, the main dealings and business whereof, is the pleasing and honouring of God,
But is there no such life of God, wherein the Lord having got the chief Interest in the heart, hath also the Dominion of the life? Is there no such life, the main dealings and business whereof, is the pleasing and honouring of God,
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and the seeking that glory and honour which is from him? Must God be an underling to the World,
and the seeking that glory and honour which is from him? Must God be an underling to the World,
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and be put off with our spare hours which the World will allow him? We were even as good down-right to profess we own no God at all? or if we must have one, a Baal, or an Ashtaroth, a Nisroch, or a Molech, an Oxe,
and be put off with our spare hours which the World will allow him? We were even as good downright to profess we own no God At all? or if we must have one, a Baal, or an Ashtaroth, a Nisroch, or a Molech, an Ox,
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or a Calf, may serve us well enough for a God;
or a Calf, may serve us well enough for a God;
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a God to be so trampled on or to be said unto, stand aside, when ever the World hath any thing for us to do.
a God to be so trampled on or to be said unto, stand aside, when ever the World hath any thing for us to do.
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Is there no such Spiritual life, the comforts whereof are Spiritual comforts, the pleasures and delights, Spiritual pleasures and delights? Are there no delights in God, who is a Well of Life, and the Fountain of all Blessedness? Have the Creatures their several sweetnesses issuing from them, the Sun its light, the Fire its warmth, the Fig-tree its sweetness, the Olive-tree its fatness, the Fruits of the Earth their pleasant tastes and smell, the Instruments of Musick their melodious Ayres and sounds to gratifie and please our senses,
Is there no such Spiritual life, the comforts whereof Are Spiritual comforts, the pleasures and delights, Spiritual pleasures and delights? are there no delights in God, who is a Well of Life, and the Fountain of all Blessedness? Have the Creatures their several Sweetnesses issuing from them, the Sun its Light, the Fire its warmth, the Fig tree its sweetness, the Olive-tree its fatness, the Fruits of the Earth their pleasant tastes and smell, the Instruments of Music their melodious Airs and sounds to gratify and please our Senses,
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and is the Fountain onely a dry and unsavory thing, when the Cisterns are so fresh and full? Have fleshly exercises their several pleasures? are the labours of the Husband-man, the Travels of the Merchant,
and is the Fountain only a dry and unsavoury thing, when the Cisterns Are so fresh and full? Have fleshly exercises their several pleasures? Are the labours of the Husbandman, the Travels of the Merchant,
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so strangely sweetned by the gain and in-come of them? Are May-Games and Morrice-Dances, Sports and Playes,
so strangely sweetened by the gain and income of them? are May-Games and Morrice-Dances, Sports and Plays,
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so delightsome to men, that they will sell their Souls for such Pleasures;
so delightsome to men, that they will fell their Souls for such Pleasures;
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and are they the Exercises of Religion onely, that have no juyce nor sweetness in them? Is it Godliness onely that hath no bud, the stalk whereof yields no meat? Or are the delights and comforts hereof such flashy and airy things, that we cannot tell when we taste them,
and Are they the Exercises of Religion only, that have no juice nor sweetness in them? Is it Godliness only that hath no bud, the stalk whereof yields no meat? Or Are the delights and comforts hereof such flashy and airy things, that we cannot tell when we taste them,
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whether we be awake, or in a dream? Once more consider the Scriptures;
whither we be awake, or in a dream? Once more Consider the Scriptures;
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How excellent is thy loving kindeness, O God, therefore the Children of Men put their trust under the shadow of thy Wings: How excellent is thy loving kindness, Oh God, Therefore the Children of Men put their trust under the shadow of thy Wings:
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They shall be aboundantly satisfied with the fatness of thy House, and thou shalt make them drink of the Rivers of thy Pleasures,
They shall be abundantly satisfied with the fatness of thy House, and thou shalt make them drink of the rivers of thy Pleasures,
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for with thee is the Fountain of Life, and in thy light we shall see light.
for with thee is the Fountain of Life, and in thy Light we shall see Light.
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Delight thy self also in the Lord, and he shall give thee thy hearts desire.
Delight thy self also in the Lord, and he shall give thee thy hearts desire.
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Thou hast put gladness in my heart, more than in the time, when their Corn and Wine increased.
Thou hast put gladness in my heart, more than in the time, when their Corn and Wine increased.
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with Joy shall they draw Water out of the Wells of Salvation.
with Joy shall they draw Water out of the Wells of Salvation.
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Whom having not seen ye love, in whom though now ye see him not, yet believing ye rejoyce, with joy unspeakable and full of glory.
Whom having not seen you love, in whom though now you see him not, yet believing you rejoice, with joy unspeakable and full of glory.
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The peace of God, which passeth all understanding keep your hearts. Let him that readeth understand;The peace of God, which passes all understanding keep your hearts. Let him that readeth understand;
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do all these speak the life of Saints to be such a dry and dark, and impleasant life?
do all these speak the life of Saints to be such a dry and dark, and impleasant life?
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Let me farther ask you these two Questions. 1. Are there any delights in Heaven? Is there any joy before the Throne,
Let me farther ask you these two Questions. 1. are there any delights in Heaven? Is there any joy before the Throne,
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and in the face of God? Are there any pleasures at his right hand? Doth the Tree of Life, that stands in the midst of the Paradise of God, yield any pleasant fruit? Doth the Chrystal River that runs through the City of God, yield any pleasant streams? Are the exercises of glory, blessing, praises,
and in the face of God? are there any pleasures At his right hand? Does the Tree of Life, that Stands in the midst of the Paradise of God, yield any pleasant fruit? Does the Crystal River that runs through the city of God, yield any pleasant streams? are the exercises of glory, blessing, praises,
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and singing Hallelujah, Hallelujah, are there any pleasure in these? Speak Sinners, what do you think, are there any delights in Heaven?
and singing Hallelujah, Hallelujah, Are there any pleasure in these? Speak Sinners, what do you think, Are there any delights in Heaven?
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2. Is there not something of that heavenly joy and delight let down to the Saints here? Whilest they bear a part in the same exercises, have they not a little share in the same pleasure? What means then the earnest of their inheritance, which is given here? The Apostle tells us, Eph. 1. 13, 14. that the Saints, after they had believed, were sealed with the holy Spirit of Promise, which is the earnest of our inheritance.
2. Is there not something of that heavenly joy and delight let down to the Saints Here? Whilst they bear a part in the same exercises, have they not a little share in the same pleasure? What means then the earnest of their inheritance, which is given Here? The Apostle tells us, Ephesians 1. 13, 14. that the Saints, After they had believed, were sealed with the holy Spirit of Promise, which is the earnest of our inheritance.
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An earnest is a part of that, whereof it is an earnest given in hand; The earnest of our inheritance is a part of the inheritance.
an earnest is a part of that, whereof it is an earnest given in hand; The earnest of our inheritance is a part of the inheritance.
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Believe it Sinners, Gods Earnest is no Jest, God will not mock his Saints, though, you do.
Believe it Sinners, God's Earnest is no Jest, God will not mock his Saints, though, you do.
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As sinners to their cost, so Saints to their comforts, feel that Gods Earnest is in earnest.
As Sinners to their cost, so Saints to their comforts, feel that God's Earnest is in earnest.
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As the Lord sometimes (though more seldome) causes some flashings of his wrath to flie out in the faces, to kindle in the souls,
As the Lord sometime (though more seldom) Causes Some flashings of his wrath to fly out in the faces, to kindle in the Souls,
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and burn in the bowels of some incorrigible sinners, as an earnest of those everlasting flames prepared for them, beginning their hell upon earth,
and burn in the bowels of Some incorrigible Sinners, as an earnest of those everlasting flames prepared for them, beginning their hell upon earth,
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so doth he let fall some handfuls of that Harvest, some drops of that new Wine, the fuller draughts whereof are reserved to that time,
so does he let fallen Some handfuls of that Harvest, Some drops of that new Wine, the fuller draughts whereof Are reserved to that time,
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when they shall sit down with him in his Kingdome; and this is the earnest of their inheritance;
when they shall fit down with him in his Kingdom; and this is the earnest of their inheritance;
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something of the same joys, the same pleasures (for kind) with those that are laid up for them, and hereby assured to them.
something of the same Joys, the same pleasures (for kind) with those that Are laid up for them, and hereby assured to them.
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And is there not yet enough to convince you?
And is there not yet enough to convince you?
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If you will still hold your own, and go about to perswade us that all this is but fansie, we must give the same credit to you, that your selves would give to a man that was born blind, who had never seen either Sun or Star,
If you will still hold your own, and go about to persuade us that all this is but fancy, we must give the same credit to you, that your selves would give to a man that was born blind, who had never seen either Sun or Star,
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and hearing you to discourse of them, should laugh at you for Phanaticks, and tell you there were no such things as Sun, or Stars, or Light;
and hearing you to discourse of them, should laugh At you for Fanatics, and tell you there were no such things as Sun, or Stars, or Light;
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you would believe your own eyes before the blind mans blind confidence, you would pity rather then credit him, and so must we you.
you would believe your own eyes before the blind men blind confidence, you would pity rather then credit him, and so must we you.
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Do ye wonder there should be such things, and you not see them? The Riches of Christians are hidden riches; The Manna of Saints is hidden Manna: The white Stone and the new Name are not within the Ken of •ulgar eyes:
Do you wonder there should be such things, and you not see them? The Riches of Christians Are hidden riches; The Manna of Saints is hidden Manna: The white Stone and the new Name Are not within the Ken of •ulgar eyes:
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Think not it i• our pride or vanity thus to speak:
Think not it i• our pride or vanity thus to speak:
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Doth not our Lord say the same things? Rev. 2. 17. No man knoweth it but he that hath it.
Does not our Lord say the same things? Rev. 2. 17. No man Knoweth it but he that hath it.
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A stranger shall not meddle with his joy. A stranger shall not meddle with his joy.
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The sweetness of Religion lies deep, the rich Wines are in the Cellar, the rich Mines are in the bowels of the earth, the best of sin is in fight, the Flower & the Cream i• at the top,
The sweetness of Religion lies deep, the rich Wines Are in the Cellar, the rich Mines Are in the bowels of the earth, the best of since is in fight, the Flower & the Cream i• At the top,
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and the 〈 ◊ 〉 and the Lees is at the bottome; sin is honey in the mouth, but wormwood in the belly.
and the 〈 ◊ 〉 and the Lees is At the bottom; since is honey in the Mouth, but wormwood in the belly.
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Sinner, you have not gone deep enough in Religion, to co•e to the pleasure of •t:
Sinner, you have not gone deep enough in Religion, to co•e to the pleasure of •t:
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And will you therefore say there is none in it? You may as well say there is no gall and wormwood in sin,
And will you Therefore say there is none in it? You may as well say there is no Gall and wormwood in since,
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because you have not yet met with a bitter drop;
Because you have not yet met with a bitter drop;
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that all the anguish and horror that all those pangs of misery, those g•awings, and grindings,
that all the anguish and horror that all those pangs of misery, those g•awings, and grindings,
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and torments that are said to be in sin, are meer fansies, because you have not yet felt them:
and torments that Are said to be in since, Are mere fancies, Because you have not yet felt them:
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But stay a while, you are not yet at the bottome: the d•egs are yet some draughts lower:
But stay a while, you Are not yet At the bottom: the d•egs Are yet Some draughts lower:
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Oh the under-ground fruits of sin!
O the underground fruits of since!
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When these shall come up, then you shall taste what gall and gravel ther• is in it;
When these shall come up, then you shall taste what Gall and gravel ther• is in it;
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•never think you are secure from sorrow, draught or two deeper may confute you with a witness.
•never think you Are secure from sorrow, draught or two Deeper may confute you with a witness.
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And so on the other side, there is no ground to suspect that the sweetness of Religion is a nothing,
And so on the other side, there is no ground to suspect that the sweetness of Religion is a nothing,
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because some smatterers about it, which have onely trifled upon the surface and outside of it, have not had the least taste of any such thing:
Because Some smatterers about it, which have only trifled upon the surface and outside of it, have not had the least taste of any such thing:
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The brackishness and bitterness of Religion is at top, the best is at bottome; the Wine-cellar is lower then yet you have gone:
The brackishness and bitterness of Religion is At top, the best is At bottom; the Wine-cellar is lower then yet you have gone:
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If you would be perswaded to go deeper, to set in more closely and throughly with a godly life, your own censure would at length confute your censures;
If you would be persuaded to go Deeper, to Set in more closely and thoroughly with a godly life, your own censure would At length confute your censures;
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& whatever you have heard spoken concerning the comforts and delights of holiness, you would say with the Queen of Sheba, The one half was not told me.
& whatever you have herd spoken Concerning the comforts and delights of holiness, you would say with the Queen of Sheba, The one half was not told me.
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We will freely grant you, that all is not gold that glisters;
We will freely grant you, that all is not gold that glisters;
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there are false fires, false joys, false comforts, which many pretenders to Christianity have boasted of, who yet have had no part nor lot in this matter;
there Are false fires, false Joys, false comforts, which many pretenders to Christianity have boasted of, who yet have had no part nor lot in this matter;
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and to such as these both Saints and Sinners have been but little beholding.
and to such as these both Saints and Sinners have been but little beholding.
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The calumnies that light upon them, and the blindness that abides on these, lie much upon the score of such false lights;
The calumnies that Light upon them, and the blindness that abides on these, lie much upon the score of such false lights;
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but because some men dream they are eating and drinking, or that they are rich,
but Because Some men dream they Are eating and drinking, or that they Are rich,
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or making merry, will you therefore that are eating, or drinking, or rich, or rejoycing, conclude that you also are but in a dream? because that there are Come•s that shines amongst the Stars, are they all Comets? Are there no Stars? because there are Glow-worms that shine, is the Sun but a Glow-worm?
or making merry, will you Therefore that Are eating, or drinking, or rich, or rejoicing, conclude that you also Are but in a dream? Because that there Are Come•s that shines among the Stars, Are they all Comets? are there no Stars? Because there Are Glowworms that shine, is the Sun but a Glowworm?
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Shall I add one word more? You that yet hold the same tune, and still cry out, Fansie, fansie, all is but fansie;
Shall I add one word more? You that yet hold the same tune, and still cry out, Fancy, fancy, all is but fancy;
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tell me, that I may know that you are in earnest, and believe your own talk, tell me, dare any of you come and subscribe this with your hand;
tell me, that I may know that you Are in earnest, and believe your own talk, tell me, Dare any of you come and subscribe this with your hand;
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This godliness which you have been here commending to me, with all its comforts, joys, and delights, I do utterly renounce for ever; This godliness which you have been Here commending to me, with all its comforts, Joys, and delights, I do utterly renounce for ever;
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let me never know what any thing of this means, nor have my part hereafter with this godly people. let me never know what any thing of this means, nor have my part hereafter with this godly people.
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Dare you put your hand to this? It is some comfort to us, to hope that Relig•on hath an Advocate in the Consciences of its Adversaries.
Dare you put your hand to this? It is Some Comfort to us, to hope that Relig•on hath an Advocate in the Consciences of its Adversaries.
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But if it have not, yet know, Sinners, That Wisdom shall be justified of her children.But if it have not, yet know, Sinners, That Wisdom shall be justified of her children.
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And as for you, Beware lest that come upon you, which is spoken by one of the Prophets;And as for you, Beware lest that come upon you, which is spoken by one of the prophets;
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Behold ye despisers, and wonder, and perish, for I work a work in your dayes, which you will in no wise believe,
Behold you despisers, and wonder, and perish, for I work a work in your days, which you will in no wise believe,
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though a man declare it unto you.
though a man declare it unto you.
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The Application of the whole.
The Application of the Whole.
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Vse 1. HAving thus, by the help of God, vindicated the good ways of the Lord, from the Cavils and Reproaches of unreasonable men;Use 1. HAving thus, by the help of God, vindicated the good ways of the Lord, from the Cavils and Reproaches of unreasonable men;
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and proved to you in this, and the precedent discourse, that the precisest Christians are the wisest men;
and proved to you in this, and the precedent discourse, that the Precisest Christians Are the Wisest men;
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and that that godliness, which is cried down for folly and fansie, is undoubtedly, and indispensably necessary to salvation;
and that that godliness, which is cried down for folly and fancy, is undoubtedly, and indispensably necessary to salvation;
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I shall now take you by the hand, and lead you on (as many of you as are willing to follow me to the practice of it.
I shall now take you by the hand, and led you on (as many of you as Are willing to follow me to the practice of it.
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And in this undertaking, I shall apply my self, 1 To the Ungodly. 2 To the Godly.
And in this undertaking, I shall apply my self, 1 To the Ungodly. 2 To the Godly.
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1 I shall speak a few words to the ungodly. Speak now, O ye foolish sinners, Is Godliness of God? Is Christianity of Christ,
1 I shall speak a few words to the ungodly. Speak now, Oh you foolish Sinners, Is Godliness of God? Is Christianity of christ,
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or is it not? Is holiness the way of life, or can you hope to see life without it? If you say it is not of God,
or is it not? Is holiness the Way of life, or can you hope to see life without it? If you say it is not of God,
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and will stand to it, produce your cause, bring forth your strong reasoning•;
and will stand to it, produce your cause, bring forth your strong reasoning•;
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onely I must tell you, if you say any thing, you had need look to it, that it be something of weight that you alledge in a matter of such importance, ere you do conclude against it.
only I must tell you, if you say any thing, you had need look to it, that it be something of weight that you allege in a matter of such importance, ere you do conclude against it.
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Let your Consciences speak, for to them (if you will forbear consulting with lust) I dare now appeal;
Let your Consciences speak, for to them (if you will forbear consulting with lust) I Dare now appeal;
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let your Consciences speak, whose voice is this, See that you walk circumspectly. S•• ait is the gate, and narrow is the way that leads to life.
let your Consciences speak, whose voice is this, See that you walk circumspectly. S•• ait is the gate, and narrow is the Way that leads to life.
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God hath set apart him that is godly for himself. Follow holiness, without which no man shall see God. God hath Set apart him that is godly for himself. Follow holiness, without which no man shall see God.
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Speak Sinners, whose words are these, and what do Precisians speak more, or other then this? Dare you say concerning the way of life,
Speak Sinners, whose words Are these, and what do precisians speak more, or other then this? Dare you say Concerning the Way of life,
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as it hath been described to you; If this be godliness, let me never see God:
as it hath been described to you; If this be godliness, let me never see God:
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I'le never see life, if this be the onely way to it. I'll never see life, if this be the only Way to it.
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But if your Consciences tell you this is of God, this strait and narrow way, is the onely way of life:
But if your Consciences tell you this is of God, this strait and narrow Way, is the only Way of life:
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Then, O consider, what is it that you have done, whom is it that you have reproached? Mean you still to hold your course, be it right or wrong, come life come death?
Then, Oh Consider, what is it that you have done, whom is it that you have reproached? Mean you still to hold your course, be it right or wrong, come life come death?
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Is there any among you, whose heart smites him on the mouth, and whispers him thus in the ear, Blasphemest thou God, revilest thou his servants,
Is there any among you, whose heart smites him on the Mouth, and whispers him thus in the ear, Blasphemest thou God, Revilest thou his Servants,
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and wilt thou still go on to pervert the good ways of the Lord? Is there any among you that doth enquire, what must I do to get into this way of life? Let such of you hearken unto me,and wilt thou still go on to pervert the good ways of the Lord? Is there any among you that does inquire, what must I do to get into this Way of life? Let such of you harken unto me,
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whilest I give you these following directions. Consider that I am now dealing with you about your entrance upon a godly life;
whilst I give you these following directions. Consider that I am now dealing with you about your Entrance upon a godly life;
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my present business is to help you over the threshold; to get you within the straight gate;
my present business is to help you over the threshold; to get you within the straight gate;
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you must first be Christians, ere you can follow Christ, you must first enter into the strait gate, e're you can walk on in the narrow way.
you must First be Christians, ere you can follow christ, you must First enter into the strait gate, ever you can walk on in the narrow Way.
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Now if ever you would attain to the beginning of godliness, take this course. I. Get these three principles to be deeply fixed in your heart.
Now if ever you would attain to the beginning of godliness, take this course. I. Get these three principles to be deeply fixed in your heart.
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1 That the things which are eternal, are unspeakably more considerable, than the things which are but temporal.
1 That the things which Are Eternal, Are unspeakably more considerable, than the things which Are but temporal.
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2 Tha• things not s•en are as infallibly certain, as the things which are seen. 3 That according to your present choice, must be your eternal lot.
2 Tha• things not s•en Are as infallibly certain, as the things which Are seen. 3 That according to your present choice, must be your Eternal lot.
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1 That the things which are Eternal, are unspeakably more considerable then the things which are but temporal;
1 That the things which Are Eternal, Are unspeakably more considerable then the things which Are but temporal;
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It's nothing so considerable what men enjoy, or suffer 〈 ◊ 〉 this world, as what they shall enjoy,
It's nothing so considerable what men enjoy, or suffer 〈 ◊ 〉 this world, as what they shall enjoy,
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or may suffer in the world to come. There are good things temporal, and good things Eternal;
or may suffer in the world to come. There Are good things temporal, and good things Eternal;
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and there are evil thin•s temporal, and evil things Eternal;
and there Are evil thin•s temporal, and evil things Eternal;
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the •ood things Temporal, are Meat, and Drink, and Money, and Cloaths, and Ease, and Pleasures,
the •ood things Temporal, Are Meat, and Drink, and Money, and Clothes, and Ease, and Pleasures,
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and Credit, &c. and the good thing ▪ Eternal, a•e G•ory and Joy, and Best, and everlasting blessedness:
and Credit, etc. and the good thing ▪ Eternal, a•e G•ory and Joy, and Best, and everlasting blessedness:
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the evil 〈 ◊ 〉 Temporal, are the sufferings, the losses and wants, the sorrow and shame,
the evil 〈 ◊ 〉 Temporal, Are the sufferings, the losses and Wants, the sorrow and shame,
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and scorn and torments, that men fall under, or lye under in this life; the evill things to come, are in one word, the Vengeance of Eternal Fire.
and scorn and torments, that men fallen under, or lie under in this life; the evil things to come, Are in one word, the Vengeance of Eternal Fire.
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The good things and the evil things of this life, are more perceptible, having the advantage of their presence, and obviousness to our senses;
The good things and the evil things of this life, Are more perceptible, having the advantage of their presence, and obviousness to our Senses;
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the good things and the evil things to come, are less understood, having the disadvantage of their distance,
the good things and the evil things to come, Are less understood, having the disadvantage of their distance,
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and those clouds that do yet keep them out of fight;
and those Clouds that do yet keep them out of fight;
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and hereupon those are slighted, and despised, and these are looked upon as the onely considerable things;
and hereupon those Are slighted, and despised, and these Are looked upon as the only considerable things;
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till men be set right in their apprehensions of these things, it will be a vain and fruitless attempt, to perswade them to Christ;
till men be Set right in their apprehensions of these things, it will be a vain and fruitless attempt, to persuade them to christ;
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mistakes and misapprehensions here, are the grounds of mens miscarriages. The difficulty of perswading sinners to Christ, lies mainly here;
mistakes and misapprehensions Here, Are the grounds of men's miscarriages. The difficulty of persuading Sinners to christ, lies mainly Here;
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There is so much to be lost, and left for Christ, there is so much to be suffered & undergone;
There is so much to be lost, and left for christ, there is so much to be suffered & undergone;
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so much labour, so much hardship and trouble, that they cannot see how Christianity and Godliness can ever make them amends for what they are like to suffer ▪ they will not be made sensible, that the things Eternal will ballance the things that are before them;
so much labour, so much hardship and trouble, that they cannot see how Christianity and Godliness can ever make them amends for what they Are like to suffer ▪ they will not be made sensible, that the things Eternal will balance the things that Are before them;
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they will not easily be perswaded, but that they shall be great losers by hearkning to Christ.
they will not Easily be persuaded, but that they shall be great losers by Harkening to christ.
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Now, whence is it that men are thus foolish? If they did but clearly understand,
Now, whence is it that men Are thus foolish? If they did but clearly understand,
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and were deeply affected with the vast difference that is betwixt the vain glory of the world,
and were deeply affected with the vast difference that is betwixt the vain glory of the world,
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and the weight of that glory that is to come;
and the weight of that glory that is to come;
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betwixt the light afflictions of this life, and the astonishing torments of the other world, they would sure be of another mind;
betwixt the Light afflictions of this life, and the astonishing torments of the other world, they would sure be of Another mind;
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the great objections against godliness, would then be all answered, and removed.
the great objections against godliness, would then be all answered, and removed.
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Thou sayest Sinner, it is hard to part with thine ease, and thy pleasure, and thy liberty,
Thou Sayest Sinner, it is hard to part with thine ease, and thy pleasure, and thy liberty,
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and thy carnal contentments and delights, which if thou wilt follow Christ, thou seest must all go.
and thy carnal contentment's and delights, which if thou wilt follow christ, thou See must all go.
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But how wilt thou bear it, to be shut out of the everlasting Kingdome, to be shut out from the presence of God? Art thou indeed in the mind of that Atheist, that said, He would not leave his part in Paris, for his part in Paradise? Thou canst not indure the trouble and persecution of this world,
But how wilt thou bear it, to be shut out of the everlasting Kingdom, to be shut out from the presence of God? Art thou indeed in the mind of that Atheist, that said, He would not leave his part in paris, for his part in Paradise? Thou Canst not endure the trouble and persecution of this world,
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but how wilt thou endure the torments and plagues of the other world? Oh,
but how wilt thou endure the torments and plagues of the other world? O,
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if thou were but sensible, what that exceeding eternal weight of glory is, what thou wilt find everlasting death and darkness to be;
if thou were but sensible, what that exceeding Eternal weight of glory is, what thou wilt find everlasting death and darkness to be;
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then what significant things would all things that are now before thee appear to be!
then what significant things would all things that Are now before thee appear to be!
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Satan would then want arguments to disswade sinners from Christ, his tempting trade would quickly grow to be a poor trade,
Satan would then want Arguments to dissuade Sinners from christ, his tempting trade would quickly grow to be a poor trade,
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if the concernments of Eternity were clearly understood, and duly regarded.
if the concernments of Eternity were clearly understood, and duly regarded.
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When the Lord hath once shewed you the wonderful things of Eternity, the true riches, the enduring substance, the lasting joys, his rivers of pleasures, together with the worm that never dieth, and the fire that never shall be quenched:
When the Lord hath once showed you the wondered things of Eternity, the true riches, the enduring substance, the lasting Joys, his Rivers of pleasures, together with the worm that never Dieth, and the fire that never shall be quenched:
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When the Lord hath shewed you what a heaven he hath prepared for the Saints what an Oven he hath prepared for sinners,
When the Lord hath showed you what a heaven he hath prepared for the Saints what an Oven he hath prepared for Sinners,
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then neglect Christ if you can, then neglect holiness if you dare, then look down and see, what poor contemptible things, the pleasures and the sufferings here below will appear to be.
then neglect christ if you can, then neglect holiness if you Dare, then look down and see, what poor contemptible things, the pleasures and the sufferings Here below will appear to be.
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Oh, study things Eternal more, lanch forth into these Deeps, dwell upon the meditation of them till your hearts and all that is within you acknowledge and confess, that things present are nothing to things to come.
O, study things Eternal more, launch forth into these Deeps, dwell upon the meditation of them till your hearts and all that is within you acknowledge and confess, that things present Are nothing to things to come.
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2. That the things that are not seen, are as infallibly certain as the things that are seen.
2. That the things that Are not seen, Are as infallibly certain as the things that Are seen.
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There is much Atheism and Infidelity in the hearts of men, and more then they are aware of;
There is much Atheism and Infidelity in the hearts of men, and more then they Are aware of;
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if they do not peremptorily conclude, there are no such things;
if they do not peremptorily conclude, there Are no such things;
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yet, are there not many whose hearts do question at least, Whether there be any such things or no? We have read and heard of another World,
yet, Are there not many whose hearts do question At least, Whither there be any such things or no? We have read and herd of Another World,
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but no Mortal ever sa• it;
but no Mortal ever sa• it;
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who ever hath ascended up to Heaven, and hath brought us word what he hath seen there? Who ever hath descended into the Deep,
who ever hath ascended up to Heaven, and hath brought us word what he hath seen there? Who ever hath descended into the Deep,
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and brought us up tidings thence? It may be, there may be no such matter as another world;
and brought us up tidings thence? It may be, there may be no such matter as Another world;
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If we could speak with one that hath been there, that would be something to assure us.
If we could speak with one that hath been there, that would be something to assure us.
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But what if it appear, that you may have as great certainty of these things,
But what if it appear, that you may have as great certainty of these things,
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as if one should rise from the dead, and come and tell you? Do not the Scriptures tell you of such things? The Scriptures are a sure Word ▪ and there is unquestionable evidence of the truth of what they speak;
as if one should rise from the dead, and come and tell you? Do not the Scriptures tell you of such things? The Scriptures Are a sure Word ▪ and there is unquestionable evidence of the truth of what they speak;
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and you have as great reason to believe them, as if you had the Testimony of one raised from the dead, Luke 16. 31. They have Moses, and the Prophets, if they will not hear them,
and you have as great reason to believe them, as if you had the Testimony of one raised from the dead, Lycia 16. 31. They have Moses, and the prophets, if they will not hear them,
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neither will they be perswaded, though one rose from the dead. Beloved, if you should see before your Eyes, persons rising from the Dead;neither will they be persuaded, though one rose from the dead. beloved, if you should see before your Eyes, Persons rising from the Dead;
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if one should come down from Heaven, and come in here into this Congregation, in all his Glorious Robes, with with his Palm in his hand, his Crown on his head, the joy and glory of the Lord shining forth in his Face,
if one should come down from Heaven, and come in Here into this Congregation, in all his Glorious Robes, with with his Palm in his hand, his Crown on his head, the joy and glory of the Lord shining forth in his Face,
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and should declare to you the wonderful things that his Eyes had seen, and his Heart had been satisfied and ravished with in the presence of God.
and should declare to you the wondered things that his Eyes had seen, and his Heart had been satisfied and ravished with in the presence of God.
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If you should see another coming up out of the Deep with his Chaines of Darkness upon him, with the smell of that Infernal Fire and Brimstone about him, with the print of the Dragons clawes appearing in his Flesh,
If you should see Another coming up out of the Deep with his Chains of Darkness upon him, with the smell of that Infernal Fire and Brimstone about him, with the print of the Dragons claws appearing in his Flesh,
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and the blackness of that smoaking Furnace stricking on his Face, and hidgeously roaring out the anguish he felt burning in his Bowels, should tell you, This is the state of them that know not God.
and the blackness of that smoking Furnace stricking on his Face, and hidgeously roaring out the anguish he felt burning in his Bowels, should tell you, This is the state of them that know not God.
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If you should see to such sights appearing this hour here in the midest of you, would you not think you had reason to believe, there were an Heaven and an Hell? This word which is before you is a far greater,
If you should see to such sights appearing this hour Here in the midst of you, would you not think you had reason to believe, there were an Heaven and an Hell? This word which is before you is a Far greater,
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and a more certain Evidence, then if Tidings were thus brought to you by persons rising from the Dead.
and a more certain Evidence, then if Tidings were thus brought to you by Persons rising from the Dead.
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And if you will not give credit to this Testimony of God, neither would you give credit to any such Testimony. Sinners!
And if you will not give credit to this Testimony of God, neither would you give credit to any such Testimony. Sinners!
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believe God, and believe him who was once on Earth, and now daily speaks to you from Heaven;
believe God, and believe him who was once on Earth, and now daily speaks to you from Heaven;
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believe that Word which is before you;
believe that Word which is before you;
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in which appear such Beames of Divine Light, such an impress of Divine purity, which hath been so attested by a Divine power in mighty Signes and Wonders, that you may as well question,
in which appear such Beams of Divine Light, such an Impress of Divine purity, which hath been so attested by a Divine power in mighty Signs and Wonders, that you may as well question,
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Whether the Sun hath light, as whether his Word hath truth, believe this Word to be certain,
Whither the Sun hath Light, as whither his Word hath truth, believe this Word to be certain,
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and then question if you can, whether the things not seen are certain or no.
and then question if you can, whither the things not seen Are certain or no.
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Let these two things sink into your hearts, (Sinners) be once setled and established in your hearts, about the importance,
Let these two things sink into your hearts, (Sinners) be once settled and established in your hearts, about the importance,
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and about the truth, and certai••ty of these Eternal things, and then you are go•ten fairly onwards in your way towards Christ, and a Godly life.
and about the truth, and certai••ty of these Eternal things, and then you Are go•ten fairly onward in your Way towards christ, and a Godly life.
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If men were as sure that there is an Heaven and an Hell, such unspeakable Glory and such intollerable misery, and an Eternity of both;
If men were as sure that there is an Heaven and an Hell, such unspeakable Glory and such intolerable misery, and an Eternity of both;
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if men were as sure of this, and did as verily believe it, as they are sure of what their Eyes have seen and their Ears have heard, and their hands have handled;
if men were as sure of this, and did as verily believe it, as they Are sure of what their Eyes have seen and their Ears have herd, and their hands have handled;
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What a flying would there be out of the way of Death and Hell, and what a flocking would there be into the way of Life:
What a flying would there be out of the Way of Death and Hell, and what a flocking would there be into the Way of Life:
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Half the work of Preachers, and the hardest half (their perswading work) would then be at an end:
Half the work of Preachers, and the Hardest half (their persuading work) would then be At an end:
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There would be as much knocking at their doors for counsel, as now there is at sinners doors for their acceptance.
There would be as much knocking At their doors for counsel, as now there is At Sinners doors for their acceptance.
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Oh Brethren, if you were once brought to this pass, if your unbelief were removed, your darkness taken away, your Souls awakened, your Eyes opened to see these marvellous things as unquestionable Truths;
O Brothers, if you were once brought to this pass, if your unbelief were removed, your darkness taken away, your Souls awakened, your Eyes opened to see these marvellous things as unquestionable Truths;
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would you then scoffe at pureness? would you then mock at godliness? would you then slight reproofs,
would you then scoff At pureness? would you then mock At godliness? would you then slight reproofs,
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or need any further conviction of your folly? You would have an Admonisher within you, a Remembance within you, a Reprover within you;
or need any further conviction of your folly? You would have an Admonisher within you, a Remembance within you, a Reprover within you;
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your own Consciences would plead with you for your entertaining of Christ, and embracing his Word,
your own Consciences would plead with you for your entertaining of christ, and embracing his Word,
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and would continually cry in your Ears, What meanest thou, O fool? Doest thou not see a Kingdome before thee, which may be thine,
and would continually cry in your Ears, What Meanest thou, Oh fool? Dost thou not see a Kingdom before thee, which may be thine,
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and art thou willing to lose it? Dost thou see that Gulf of Misery and Perdition with open mouth gaping for thee to devour thee? Arise sluggard, look to thy self,
and art thou willing to loose it? Dost thou see that Gulf of Misery and Perdition with open Mouth gaping for thee to devour thee? Arise sluggard, look to thy self,
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least thou be undone before thou art aware.
lest thou be undone before thou art aware.
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3. That according to your (choise) in this World your (lot) must be for ever in the world to come.
3. That according to your (choice) in this World your (lot) must be for ever in the world to come.
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Your chusing or refusing Christ and his holy ways is that which doth determine your Eternal state;
Your choosing or refusing christ and his holy ways is that which does determine your Eternal state;
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chuse Christ, and you make Heaven sure to you; refuse Christ here, and you will be rejected of him for ever.
choose christ, and you make Heaven sure to you; refuse christ Here, and you will be rejected of him for ever.
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God doth offer you this choice, either the strait and the narrow way, with that life of blessedness, which is at the further end of this way:
God does offer you this choice, either the strait and the narrow Way, with that life of blessedness, which is At the further end of this Way:
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Or the broad way, with that Death and Destruction to which it leads:
Or the broad Way, with that Death and Destruction to which it leads:
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Christ with his Yoak, his Cross, and his Eternal Crown, or the Devil with his golden mines, his Paradise and eternal Prison: christ with his Yoke, his Cross, and his Eternal Crown, or the devil with his golden mines, his Paradise and Eternal Prison:
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and all the parts of each of these offers are linked together: Chuse the Devils golden Mines and fleshly Paradise, and you must have his Prison too:
and all the parts of each of these offers Are linked together: Choose the Devils golden Mines and fleshly Paradise, and you must have his Prison too:
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Take Christs Yoak and his Cross, and you shall have his Crown, you cannot take the Devils Paradise and Christs Crown;
Take Christ Yoke and his Cross, and you shall have his Crown, you cannot take the Devils Paradise and Christ Crown;
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(6) part (DIV2)
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if you will have his Pleasures, you must have his Prison. You cannot obtain life, but you must chuse the narrow way that leads to it.
if you will have his Pleasures, you must have his Prison. You cannot obtain life, but you must choose the narrow Way that leads to it.
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Here is the choise, sinners, that God puts you to, this is the business of this World to choose for Eternity:
Here is the choice, Sinners, that God puts you to, this is the business of this World to choose for Eternity:
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(6) part (DIV2)
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And that which is the business of this life, is, the business of this hour.
And that which is the business of this life, is, the business of this hour.
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(6) part (DIV2)
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This very little piece of your time, and the choice you make now, may be it that will give a final determination what your Eternal state shall be:
This very little piece of your time, and the choice you make now, may be it that will give a final determination what your Eternal state shall be:
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(6) part (DIV2)
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If you make an evil choice now, you may never have a minutes time to choose again for ever.
If you make an evil choice now, you may never have a minutes time to choose again for ever.
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(6) part (DIV2)
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Oh, if your hearts were sensible of this, that there is so much depending upon every houre of your lives,
O, if your hearts were sensible of this, that there is so much depending upon every hour of your lives,
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(6) part (DIV2)
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as Life or Death, Heaven or Hell, Eternity, sure you could not but reason thus with your selves, Is it a time for me to stand all the day idle? To be laughing or sporting,
as Life or Death, Heaven or Hell, Eternity, sure you could not but reason thus with your selves, Is it a time for me to stand all the day idle? To be laughing or sporting,
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or to be drudging and scraping for the muck of this Earth? Is this a time for me to stand trifling with Christ and the Gospel, to make so many delayes, to make so many excuses;
or to be drudging and scraping for the muck of this Earth? Is this a time for me to stand trifling with christ and the Gospel, to make so many delays, to make so many excuses;
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The tearms are too high, the way is too strait, the yoak is too heavy, this I cannot part with, that I cannot bring my heart to subscribe to? Is this the business that is now under debate, what my everlasting state must be? In which of the two Regions of Eternity my Lot shall fall;The terms Are too high, the Way is too strait, the yoke is too heavy, this I cannot part with, that I cannot bring my heart to subscribe to? Is this the business that is now under debate, what my everlasting state must be? In which of the two Regions of Eternity my Lot shall fallen;
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whether I shall be a Saint or a Devil, a vessel of honour, or a vessel of wrath? whether my dwelling shall be in everlasting blessedness,
whither I shall be a Saint or a devil, a vessel of honour, or a vessel of wrath? whither my Dwelling shall be in everlasting blessedness,
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(6) part (DIV2)
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or in everlasting burnings? which way the scales do turn now, either for Christ or the world;
or in everlasting burnings? which Way the scales do turn now, either for christ or the world;
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(6) part (DIV2)
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Do they turn for everlasting? Sure if matters stand thus, I had need be serious and consider what I do.
Do they turn for everlasting? Sure if matters stand thus, I had need be serious and Consider what I do.
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(6) part (DIV2)
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This is the first direction, get these three principles fixed in your hearts, that things Eternal are much more confiderable then things Temporal, that things not seen are as infallibly certain,
This is the First direction, get these three principles fixed in your hearts, that things Eternal Are much more considerable then things Temporal, that things not seen Are as infallibly certain,
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(6) part (DIV2)
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as the things that are seen, that upon your present choice depends your Eternal lot. Chuse Christ and his wayes, and you are blessed for ever;
as the things that Are seen, that upon your present choice depends your Eternal lot. Choose christ and his ways, and you Are blessed for ever;
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refuse and you are undone for ever. And then,
refuse and you Are undone for ever. And then,
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II. Make your choice.
II Make your choice.
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Put your hearts to it, to turn either to the right hand or to the left, lay both parts before you, with every link of each;
Put your hearts to it, to turn either to the right hand or to the left, lay both parts before you, with every link of each;
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(7) part (DIV2)
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Christ with his Yoak, his Cross, and his Crown, or the Devil with his wealth, his pleasure and his curse:
christ with his Yoke, his Cross, and his Crown, or the devil with his wealth, his pleasure and his curse:
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(7) part (DIV2)
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And then put your selves to it thus:
And then put your selves to it thus:
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(7) part (DIV2)
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Soul, Thou seest what is before thee, what wilt thou do? Which wilt thou have, either the Crown or the Curse? If thou chuse the Crown, remember that the day thou takest this, thou must be content to submit to the Cross and Yoke, the service and the sufferings of Christ, which are linked to it.
Soul, Thou See what is before thee, what wilt thou do? Which wilt thou have, either the Crown or the Curse? If thou choose the Crown, Remember that the day thou Takest this, thou must be content to submit to the Cross and Yoke, the service and the sufferings of christ, which Are linked to it.
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(7) part (DIV2)
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What sayest thou? Hadst thou rather take the gains and the pleasures of sin,
What Sayest thou? Hadst thou rather take the gains and the pleasures of since,
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and venture on the Curse? or wilt thou yield thy self a servant unto Christ,
and venture on the Curse? or wilt thou yield thy self a servant unto christ,
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(7) part (DIV2)
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and so make sure the Crown?
and so make sure the Crown?
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If your hearts flie off, and would fain wave the business, and leave it undeermined, leave them not so.
If your hearts fly off, and would fain wave the business, and leave it undeermined, leave them not so.
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(7) part (DIV2)
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If you be onely unresolved, you are resolved. If you remain undetermined for Christ, you are determined for the Devil.
If you be only unresolved, you Are resolved. If you remain undetermined for christ, you Are determined for the devil.
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(7) part (DIV2)
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Therefore give not off, but follow your hearts from day to day, let them not rest till the matter be brought to an issue,
Therefore give not off, but follow your hearts from day to day, let them not rest till the matter be brought to an issue,
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(7) part (DIV2)
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and see that you make a good choice.
and see that you make a good choice.
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(7) part (DIV2)
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This is your choosing the good part, God and your blessedness of the world to come for your portion and happiness:
This is your choosing the good part, God and your blessedness of the world to come for your portion and happiness:
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(7) part (DIV2)
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and in this is included, Your renouncing the world, and a worldly happiness.
and in this is included, Your renouncing the world, and a worldly happiness.
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(7) part (DIV2)
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III. Imbarque with Christ.
III. Embark with christ.
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(8) part (DIV2)
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Adventure your selves with him, cast your selves upon his righteousness, as that which shall bring you to God:
Adventure your selves with him, cast your selves upon his righteousness, as that which shall bring you to God:
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(8) part (DIV2)
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As a poor Captive Exile that is cast upon a strange Land, a Land of Robbers and Murtherers, where he is ready to perish,
As a poor Captive Exile that is cast upon a strange Land, a Land of Robbers and Murderers, where he is ready to perish,
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(8) part (DIV2)
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and having no hope, either of abiding there, or escaping home with life, and meeting at length with a Pilot that offers to Transport him safely home, he imbarkes with him,
and having no hope, either of abiding there, or escaping home with life, and meeting At length with a Pilot that offers to Transport him safely home, he imbarks with him,
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(8) part (DIV2)
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and ventures himself, and all he hath in his Vessel: Do you likewise;
and ventures himself, and all he hath in his Vessel: Do you likewise;
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you are Exiles from the presence of God, and fallen into a Land of Robbers and Murtherers:
you Are Exiles from the presence of God, and fallen into a Land of Robbers and Murderers:
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Your sins are Robbers, your pleasures are Robbers, your Companions in sin are Robbers and Thieves:
Your Sins Are Robbers, your pleasures Are Robbers, your Sodales in since Are Robbers and Thieves:
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if you stay where you are you perish, and escape home of your selves you cannot:
if you stay where you Are you perish, and escape home of your selves you cannot:
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(8) part (DIV2)
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Christ offers, if you will venture with him, he will bring you home, and he will bring you to God:
christ offers, if you will venture with him, he will bring you home, and he will bring you to God:
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(8) part (DIV2)
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Will you say now to him, Lord Jesus, wilt thou undertake me, wilt thou bring me to God, bring me into the Land of Promise? With thee will I venture my self, I cast my self upon thee, upon thy blood, upon thy righteousness, upon thy faithfulness;
Will you say now to him, Lord jesus, wilt thou undertake me, wilt thou bring me to God, bring me into the Land of Promise? With thee will I venture my self, I cast my self upon thee, upon thy blood, upon thy righteousness, upon thy faithfulness;
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I say up all my hopes, and venture my whole interest, Soul and Body with thee.
I say up all my hope's, and venture my Whole Interest, Soul and Body with thee.
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This is your closing with Christ as your Priest, and in this is included your renouncing your own righteousness;
This is your closing with christ as your Priest, and in this is included your renouncing your own righteousness;
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you can never, you will never cast your selves on him alone, till all your self hopes have given up the ghost.
you can never, you will never cast your selves on him alone, till all your self hope's have given up the ghost.
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There be two things which must necessarily be supposed to a sinner coming to Christ: 1. A deep sense of his sin and misery.
There be two things which must necessarily be supposed to a sinner coming to christ: 1. A deep sense of his since and misery.
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2. An utter despair of himself, and all things else besides Christ. 1. A deep sense of his sin and misery:
2. an utter despair of himself, and all things Else beside christ. 1. A deep sense of his since and misery:
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No man will regard a Saviour, that doth not see himself a Sinner: The whole regard not the Physitian, Therefore it is said, That the Spirit of God,
No man will regard a Saviour, that does not see himself a Sinner: The Whole regard not the physician, Therefore it is said, That the Spirit of God,
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when he should come to Chrstianize the World, should in the first place convince the World of sin;
when he should come to Chrstianize the World, should in the First place convince the World of since;
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John 16. 8. He shall convince the World of sin, he shall demonstrate them Sinners, bring up their sins before their Eyes, bring home their sins upon their Consciences,John 16. 8. He shall convince the World of since, he shall demonstrate them Sinners, bring up their Sins before their Eyes, bring home their Sins upon their Consciences,
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and make them see themselves, and feel themselves the most vile and abominable of creatures: Sin hides it self from the sinners eyes, and all its vileness and deformity;
and make them see themselves, and feel themselves the most vile and abominable of creatures: since hides it self from the Sinners eyes, and all its vileness and deformity;
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or if it come in sight, it presents it self to the sinner, as the Witch of Endor brought up the Devil before Saul in Samuels Mantle:
or if it come in sighed, it presents it self to the sinner, as the Witch of Endor brought up the devil before Saul in Samuels Mantle:
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It shews it self as the sinners god:
It shows it self as the Sinners god:
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Look how many sins evil men have, so many gods they have rising up to them. Their •ins are their gods;
Look how many Sins evil men have, so many God's they have rising up to them. Their •ins Are their God's;
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the gods that feed them, they make a living of their sins; the gods that comfort and refresh them, they take pleasure in iniquity;
the God's that feed them, they make a living of their Sins; the God's that Comfort and refresh them, they take pleasure in iniquity;
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the gods that shelter them and hide them, they strengthen themselves in their wickedness.
the God's that shelter them and hide them, they strengthen themselves in their wickedness.
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But now the Spirit of God plucks off the mantle, and makes sin appear to be sin;
But now the Spirit of God plucks off the mantle, and makes since appear to be since;
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makes all the sinners Gods appear to be so many Devils:
makes all the Sinners God's appear to be so many Devils:
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brings forth the blackness and filthiness of sin into sight, makes the sinner to see himself an unclean and abominable thing:
brings forth the blackness and filthiness of since into sighed, makes the sinner to see himself an unclean and abominable thing:
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And withal, he brings forth the guilt of sin, sets all these Devils a tormenting the sinner, filling him with fear and terrour, and amazement.
And withal, he brings forth the guilt of since, sets all these Devils a tormenting the sinner, filling him with Fear and terror, and amazement.
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In this respect he is called, Rom. 8. the Spirit of Bondage, that works fear and trouble in the heart:
In this respect he is called, Rom. 8. the Spirit of Bondage, that works Fear and trouble in the heart:
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The Spirit awakening a sleepy sinner, is a kind of awakening in Hell. Lord where am I!
The Spirit awakening a sleepy sinner, is a kind of awakening in Hell. Lord where am I!
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What mean these Legions round about me? These Chains and Fetters that are upon me? What means the black Roll before mine eyes, of curses, and wrath, and woes! Lord where am I!
What mean these Legions round about me? These Chains and Fetters that Are upon me? What means the black Roll before mine eyes, of curses, and wrath, and woes! Lord where am I!
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Have I been playing, and sporting, and making merry, and my soul in such a case as this!
Have I been playing, and sporting, and making merry, and my soul in such a case as this!
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But is there no hope of escaping out of this wretched state? I see there is no abiding thus, I am but a dead man if I continue as I am.
But is there no hope of escaping out of this wretched state? I see there is no abiding thus, I am but a dead man if I continue as I am.
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What may I do to be saved?
What may I do to be saved?
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And when he is brought to this, there is some way made for his entertainment of Christ:
And when he is brought to this, there is Some Way made for his entertainment of christ:
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Yea this is not all that is needful, but he must further be brought to, 2 An utter despair of himself, and all things else besides Christ.
Yea this is not all that is needful, but he must further be brought to, 2 an utter despair of himself, and all things Else beside christ.
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Being made sensible of his sin and his danger, a sinner will look out for help and deliverance;
Being made sensible of his since and his danger, a sinner will look out for help and deliverance;
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but he will look every where else, before he will look unto Christ: Nothing will bring in a sinner to Christ, but an absolute necessity.
but he will look every where Else, before he will look unto christ: Nothing will bring in a sinner to christ, but an absolute necessity.
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He will try to forsake his sins, will think of leaving his drunkenness and becoming sober;
He will try to forsake his Sins, will think of leaving his Drunkenness and becoming Sobrium;
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of leaving his adulteries and becoming chaste, and so see if by this means be may not escape.
of leaving his adulteries and becoming chaste, and so see if by this means be may not escape.
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He will go to Prayers and Sermons, and Sacrament, and search out if there be not salvation in them:
He will go to Prayers and Sermons, and Sacrament, and search out if there be not salvation in them:
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but all these though they be useful in their places, yet looking no further, the sinner sees there is no help in them:
but all these though they be useful in their places, yet looking no further, the sinner sees there is no help in them:
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His righteousness cannot help him, this is but rags; his duties cannot help him, these may be reckoned among his sins:
His righteousness cannot help him, this is but rags; his duties cannot help him, these may be reckoned among his Sins:
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Ordinances cannot help, these are but empty Cistern•; and all tell him you knock at a wrong door, salvation is not in us.
Ordinances cannot help, these Are but empty Cistern•; and all tell him you knock At a wrong door, salvation is not in us.
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Well, the Lord be merciful to me, faith the Sinner, What shall I do? Abide as I am, I dare not,
Well, the Lord be merciful to me, faith the Sinner, What shall I do? Abide as I am, I Dare not,
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and how to help my self, I know not; my praying will not help me, my hearing will not help me;
and how to help my self, I know not; my praying will not help me, my hearing will not help me;
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if I give all my goods to the Poor, if I should give my body to be burned, all this would not save my soul:
if I give all my goods to the Poor, if I should give my body to be burned, all this would not save my soul:
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Wo is me, what shall I do, and whether shall I go!
Woe is me, what shall I do, and whither shall I go!
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And now, being brought to this distress, to this utter loss, his despair drives him to the onely door of hope that is left open.
And now, being brought to this distress, to this utter loss, his despair drives him to the only door of hope that is left open.
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Then Christ will be accepted, when he sees none but Christ can stead him:
Then christ will be accepted, when he sees none but christ can stead him:
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The Apostle tells us, Gal. 3. 23. We were kept under the Law (shut up unto the Faith) that should afterwards be revealed:
The Apostle tells us, Gal. 3. 23. We were kept under the Law (shut up unto the Faith) that should afterwards be revealed:
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All other doors were shut up against, there was no hope of escaping, but by that one door that was left, open, The Faith that was afterwards to be revealed.
All other doors were shut up against, there was no hope of escaping, but by that one door that was left, open, The Faith that was afterwards to be revealed.
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As the besieged in a City, that have every Gate blocked up, and but one difficult passage left open, by which there is any possibility of escaping, thither they throng for the saving of their lives;
As the besieged in a city, that have every Gate blocked up, and but one difficult passage left open, by which there is any possibility of escaping, thither they throng for the Saving of their lives;
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they are shut up unto that door, to which (if there had been any other way open) they would never have come.
they Are shut up unto that door, to which (if there had been any other Way open) they would never have come.
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And as Christ will never be accepted, so can the sinner never be received of him, till be let go al• other props, and trust on him alone.
And as christ will never be accepted, so can the sinner never be received of him, till be let go al• other props, and trust on him alone.
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Christ will have no sharer with him in the work of saving souls. If ye seek me, let these go their way:
christ will have no sharer with him in the work of Saving Souls. If you seek me, let these go their Way:
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As he said in another case;
As he said in Another case;
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Let not onely your sins go, but let your righteousness go, all the refuges of lies wherein you have trusted;
Let not only your Sins go, but let your righteousness go, all the refuges of lies wherein you have trusted;
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let all go if you will have me to be a Refuge to you. I came not to call the Righteous, if I should, they would not come;
let all go if you will have me to be a Refuge to you. I Come not to call the Righteous, if I should, they would not come;
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or if they come, let them go as they come, let them go to their righteousness in which they trust,
or if they come, let them go as they come, let them go to their righteousness in which they trust,
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and let naked, destitute sinners, distress•d sinners come to me, who am come to this end, to seek and to save them that are lost.
and let naked, destitute Sinners, distress•d Sinners come to me, who am come to this end, to seek and to save them that Are lost.
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Sinners, Will you come now? Will you venture here? For this your adventuring on Christ, you have this three-•old warrant: 1 Gods Ordination.
Sinners, Will you come now? Will you venture Here? For this your adventuring on christ, you have this three-•old warrant: 1 God's Ordination.
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This is he whom God the Father hath appointe•, and sent into the World, to help and bring back his Exiles to himself, to save sinners:
This is he whom God the Father hath appointe•, and sent into the World, to help and bring back his Exiles to himself, to save Sinners:
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This is he whom God the Father hath sealed, Job. 6. 27. hath marked him out for that chosen person, in whom is Salvation, hath sealed him his Commission,
This is he whom God the Father hath sealed, Job. 6. 27. hath marked him out for that chosen person, in whom is Salvation, hath sealed him his Commission,
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for the Redeeming and Reconciling the world to himself.
for the Redeeming and Reconciling the world to himself.
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As God said unto the three friends of Job, when he was angry with them Job 42. 8. Go to my Servant Job, and he shall offer •acrifice for you, he shall pray for you, for him will I accept.
As God said unto the three Friends of Job, when he was angry with them Job 42. 8. Go to my Servant Job, and he shall offer •acrifice for you, he shall pray for you, for him will I accept.
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So to sinners, Go saith the Lord, to my servant Jesus, he shall offer •acrifice for you, he shall make reconciliation for you:
So to Sinners, Go Says the Lord, to my servant jesus, he shall offer •acrifice for you, he shall make reconciliation for you:
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Isa. 42. 1. Behold my ervant whom I uphold, mine Elect in whom my soul deigh•eth; Isaiah 42. 1. Behold my ervant whom I uphold, mine Elect in whom my soul deigh•eth;
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I have put my spirit upon him, be shall bring forth judgment to the Gentiles. I have put my Spirit upon him, be shall bring forth judgement to the Gentiles.
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2 Gods command; 1 Joh. 3. 23. This is his Commandment, that we should believe on the Name of his Son Jesus Christ,
2 God's command; 1 John 3. 23. This is his Commandment, that we should believe on the Name of his Son jesus christ,
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3 The Promise of God; 1 Pet. 2. 6. Behold I lay in Sion a chief Corner-stone, Elect precious;
3 The Promise of God; 1 Pet. 2. 6. Behold I lay in Sion a chief Cornerstone, Elect precious;
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He that believeth on him, shall not be confounded.
He that Believeth on him, shall not be confounded.
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Now having this three-fold warrant, the warrant of Gods Ordination, Command, and Promise; you may be bold to adventure on Christ,
Now having this threefold warrant, the warrant of God's Ordination, Command, and Promise; you may be bold to adventure on christ,
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(8) part (DIV2)
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and to apply your selves to him thus;
and to apply your selves to him thus;
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(8) part (DIV2)
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Lord Jesus, here I am, a poor Captive Exile, a lost Creature, an enemy to God, under his wrath and curse.
Lord jesus, Here I am, a poor Captive Exile, a lost Creature, an enemy to God, under his wrath and curse.
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(8) part (DIV2)
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Wilt thou, Lord, undertake for me, reconcile me to God, and save my soul;
Wilt thou, Lord, undertake for me, reconcile me to God, and save my soul;
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(8) part (DIV2)
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do not, Lord, refuse me, for if thou refuse me, to whom then shall I go? Art not thou he,
do not, Lord, refuse me, for if thou refuse me, to whom then shall I go? Art not thou he,
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(8) part (DIV2)
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and he alone, whom God the Father hath sealed, the Saviour of sinners? The Lord God hath sent me to thee, hath bid me come, he hath commanded me to believe,
and he alone, whom God the Father hath sealed, the Saviour of Sinners? The Lord God hath sent me to thee, hath bid me come, he hath commanded me to believe,
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(8) part (DIV2)
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and cast my self upon thee.
and cast my self upon thee.
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(8) part (DIV2)
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Lord Jesus, wilt thou refuse to help a distressed creature, whom the Father hath sent to thee for thy help? If I had come on my own bead,
Lord jesus, wilt thou refuse to help a distressed creature, whom the Father hath sent to thee for thy help? If I had come on my own bead,
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(8) part (DIV2)
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or in mine own name, thou mightest well have put me back; but since I come at the command of the Father, reject me not;
or in mine own name, thou Mightest well have put me back; but since I come At the command of the Father, reject me not;
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(8) part (DIV2)
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Lord help me, Lord save me.
Lord help me, Lord save me.
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(8) part (DIV2)
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Art thou not he, concerning whom the Father hath promised, He that believeth on him, shall not be confounded:
Art thou not he, Concerning whom the Father hath promised, He that Believeth on him, shall not be confounded:
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(8) part (DIV2)
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I come Lord, I believe Lord, I throw my self upon thy grace and mercy;
I come Lord, I believe Lord, I throw my self upon thy grace and mercy;
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(8) part (DIV2)
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I cast my self upon thy blood and bowels, do not refuse me, I have no whether else to go;
I cast my self upon thy blood and bowels, do not refuse me, I have no whither Else to go;
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(8) part (DIV2)
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here I'ls stay, I will not stir from thy door; on thee I'le trust, and rest, and venture my self;
Here I'ls stay, I will not stir from thy door; on thee I'll trust, and rest, and venture my self;
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(8) part (DIV2)
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God hath laid my help on thee, and on thee i'le lay my hope for pardon,
God hath laid my help on thee, and on thee I'll lay my hope for pardon,
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(8) part (DIV2)
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for life, for salvation, if I perish, i'le perish on thy shoulders; if I sink, i'le sink in thy Vessel;
for life, for salvation, if I perish, I'll perish on thy shoulders; if I sink, I'll sink in thy Vessel;
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(8) part (DIV2)
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if I die, il'e die as thy door; bid me not go away, for I will not go.
if I die, Il'e die as thy door; bid me not go away, for I will not go.
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(8) part (DIV2)
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IV. Resign, and deliver up your selves to God in Christ. 2 Chron. 30. 8. Yield your selves to the Lord;
IV. Resign, and deliver up your selves to God in christ. 2 Chronicles 30. 8. Yield your selves to the Lord;
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(9) part (DIV2)
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that is, as his servants, give up the dominion and government of your selves to Christ, Rom. 6. 13. Neither yield your members as instruments of unrighteousness unto sin,
that is, as his Servants, give up the dominion and government of your selves to christ, Rom. 6. 13. Neither yield your members as Instruments of unrighteousness unto since,
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(9) part (DIV2)
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but yield your selves to God, as those that are alive from the dead, and your members,
but yield your selves to God, as those that Are alive from the dead, and your members,
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(9) part (DIV2)
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as instruments of righteousness unto God, Ver. 16. To whom ye yield your selves servants to obey, his servants you are to whom you obey: as Instruments of righteousness unto God, Ver. 16. To whom you yield your selves Servants to obey, his Servants you Are to whom you obey:
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(9) part (DIV2)
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Yield your selves so to the Lord, that you may henceforth be the Lords;
Yield your selves so to the Lord, that you may henceforth be the lords;
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(9) part (DIV2)
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I am thine, saith the Psalmist, Psal. 119. Those that yield themselves to sin, and the World, their hearts say,I am thine, Says the Psalmist, Psalm 119. Those that yield themselves to since, and the World, their hearts say,
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(9) part (DIV2)
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Sin, I am thine; World, I am thine; Riches, I am yours; Pleasures, I am yours, I am thine, saith the Psalmist, devoted to thy fear, dedicated to thy service; I am thine, save me:
since, I am thine; World, I am thine; Riches, I am yours; Pleasures, I am yours, I am thine, Says the Psalmist, devoted to thy Fear, dedicated to thy service; I am thine, save me:
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(9) part (DIV2)
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Give your selves to Christ sinners, be devoted to his fear.
Give your selves to christ Sinners, be devoted to his Fear.
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(9) part (DIV2)
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And this giving your selves to him, must be such, as supposes that you be heartily contented: 1 That he appoint you your work. 2 That he appoint you your station.
And this giving your selves to him, must be such, as supposes that you be heartily contented: 1 That he appoint you your work. 2 That he appoint you your station.
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(9) part (DIV2)
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1 That he appoint you your work, that he put you to whatsoever he pleaseth;
1 That he appoint you your work, that he put you to whatsoever he Pleases;
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(9) part (DIV2)
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servants, as they must do their Masters work, so they must do that work which their Master appoints them, they must be for any work their Master hath for them to do;
Servants, as they must do their Masters work, so they must do that work which their Master appoints them, they must be for any work their Master hath for them to do;
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(9) part (DIV2)
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they must not pick and chuse, this I will do, and that I will not dot;
they must not pick and choose, this I will do, and that I will not dot;
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(9) part (DIV2)
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they must not say, this is too hard, or this is too mean, or this may be well enough let alone.
they must not say, this is too hard, or this is too mean, or this may be well enough let alone.
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(9) part (DIV2)
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Good servants when they have chosen their Master, will let their Master chuse their work, and will not dispute his Will, but do it.
Good Servants when they have chosen their Master, will let their Master choose their work, and will not dispute his Will, but do it.
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(9) part (DIV2)
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Christ hath many services to be done, some are more easie and honourable, others more difficult and disgraceful;
christ hath many services to be done, Some Are more easy and honourable, Others more difficult and disgraceful;
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(9) part (DIV2)
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some are sutable to our inclinations and interests, others are contrary to both:
Some Are suitable to our inclinations and interests, Others Are contrary to both:
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(9) part (DIV2)
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In some we may please Christ, and please our selves, as when he requires us to feed and cloath our selves, to provide things honest for our own maintenance;
In Some we may please christ, and please our selves, as when he requires us to feed and cloth our selves, to provide things honest for our own maintenance;
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(9) part (DIV2)
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yea, and ther are some spiritual duties that are more pleasing then others;
yea, and there Are Some spiritual duties that Are more pleasing then Others;
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(9) part (DIV2)
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as to rejoyce in the Lord, to be blessing and praising of God, to be feeding our selves with the delights and comforts of Religion;
as to rejoice in the Lord, to be blessing and praising of God, to be feeding our selves with the delights and comforts of Religion;
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(9) part (DIV2)
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these are the sweet works of a Christian, But then, there are other works wherein we cannot please Christ, but by denying our selves;
these Are the sweet works of a Christian, But then, there Are other works wherein we cannot please christ, but by denying our selves;
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(9) part (DIV2)
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as giving and lending, bearing and forbearing, reproving men for their sins, withdrawing from their societies, witnessing against their wickedness, owning and confessing Christ and his Name,
as giving and lending, bearing and forbearing, reproving men for their Sins, withdrawing from their societies, witnessing against their wickedness, owning and confessing christ and his Name,
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(9) part (DIV2)
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when 'twill cost us shame and reproach;
when it'll cost us shame and reproach;
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(9) part (DIV2)
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sailing against the wind, swimming against the tide, steering contrary to the temper and disposition of the times;
sailing against the wind, swimming against the tide, steering contrary to the temper and disposition of the times;
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(9) part (DIV2)
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pinching upon the flesh, parting with our ease, our liberties, relations, and accommodations for the Name of our Lord Jesus, with much work of this kind.
pinching upon the Flesh, parting with our ease, our Liberties, relations, and accommodations for the Name of our Lord jesus, with much work of this kind.
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(9) part (DIV2)
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It is necessary Beloved, to sit down and consider what it will cost you to be the servants of Christ,
It is necessary beloved, to fit down and Consider what it will cost you to be the Servants of christ,
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(9) part (DIV2)
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and take through •urvey of the whole business of Christianity, and not engage hand over head to you know nor what.
and take through •urvey of the Whole business of Christianity, and not engage hand over head to you know nor what.
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(9) part (DIV2)
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First, See what it is that Christ doth expect, and then yield your selves to his whole will.
First, See what it is that christ does expect, and then yield your selves to his Whole will.
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(9) part (DIV2)
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Do not think of indenting, and compounding, or making your own terms with Christ, that will never be allowed you.
Do not think of indenting, and compounding, or making your own terms with christ, that will never be allowed you.
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(9) part (DIV2)
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2673
Go to Christ and tell him, Lord Jesus, if thou wilt receive me into thine house,
Go to christ and tell him, Lord jesus, if thou wilt receive me into thine house,
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(9) part (DIV2)
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if thou wilt but •wn me as thy servant, I will not stand upon terms;
if thou wilt but •wn me as thy servant, I will not stand upon terms;
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(9) part (DIV2)
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2675
impose on me what condition thou pleasest, write down thine own Articles, command me what thou wilt, put me to any thing thou seest good.
impose on me what condition thou pleasest, write down thine own Articles, command me what thou wilt, put me to any thing thou See good.
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(9) part (DIV2)
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Let me come under thy roof, let me be thy servant, and spare not to command me.
Let me come under thy roof, let me be thy servant, and spare not to command me.
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(9) part (DIV2)
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I will be no longer mine own but give my self up to thy will in all things.I will be no longer mine own but give my self up to thy will in all things.
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(9) part (DIV2)
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2 That he shall appoint you your station and condition, whether it be higher or lower, a plentiful,
2 That he shall appoint you your station and condition, whither it be higher or lower, a plentiful,
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(9) part (DIV2)
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or a wanting, a prosperous, or an afflicted estate.
or a wanting, a prosperous, or an afflicted estate.
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(9) part (DIV2)
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Be concontent, that Christ should both choose your work, and choose your condition, that he should have the command of you, and the disposal of you;
Be concontent, that christ should both choose your work, and choose your condition, that he should have the command of you, and the disposal of you;
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(9) part (DIV2)
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make me what thou wilt, Lord, and set me where thou wi••:
make me what thou wilt, Lord, and Set me where thou wi••:
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(9) part (DIV2)
398
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2682
let me be a Vessel of Silver or Gold, or a Vessel of Wood or Stone, so I be a Vessel of Honor, of whatsoever form or mettal,
let me be a Vessel of Silver or Gold, or a Vessel of Wood or Stone, so I be a Vessel of Honour, of whatsoever from or metal,
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(9) part (DIV2)
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2683
whether higher or lower, siner or courser, I am content;
whither higher or lower, Synner or courser, I am content;
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(9) part (DIV2)
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If I be not the head, or the eye, or the ear, one of the nobler and more honorable instruments thou wilt imploy, let me be the hand,
If I be not the head, or the eye, or the ear, one of the Nobler and more honourable Instruments thou wilt employ, let me be the hand,
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(9) part (DIV2)
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or the foot, one of the most laborious, and lowest, and most contemptible of all 〈 ◊ 〉 serv•n•s of my Lord, let my dwelling be on the dunghill, my portion in the wildernesse, my name and my lot be amongst the he•ers of wood,
or the foot, one of the most laborious, and lowest, and most contemptible of all 〈 ◊ 〉 serv•n•s of my Lord, let my Dwelling be on the dunghill, my portion in the Wilderness, my name and my lot be among the he•ers of wood,
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(9) part (DIV2)
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2686
or drawers of water, among the door-keepers of thy house; and where, where I may be serviceable and use•ul•;
or drawers of water, among the doorkeepers of thy house; and where, where I may be serviceable and use•ul•;
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(9) part (DIV2)
398
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2687
I p•t myself wholly into thy, hands;I p•t myself wholly into thy, hands;
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(9) part (DIV2)
398
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Put me to what thou wilt, rank me with whom thou wilt, put me to doing, put me to suffering, let me be imployed for thee,
Put me to what thou wilt, rank me with whom thou wilt, put me to doing, put me to suffering, let me be employed for thee,
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(9) part (DIV2)
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or laid aside for thee, exalted for thee, or trodden under foot for thee;
or laid aside for thee, exalted for thee, or trodden under foot for thee;
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(9) part (DIV2)
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let me be full, let me be empty, let me have all things, let me have nothing, I freely and heartily resign all to thy displeasnre and disposal.
let me be full, let me be empty, let me have all things, let me have nothing, I freely and heartily resign all to thy displeasnre and disposal.
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This now is your closing with Christ, as your King and Sovereign Lord;
This now is your closing with christ, as your King and Sovereign Lord;
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and in this is included, your renouncing the Devil and his works the flesh and its lusts, together with your consenting to all the Laws and Ordinances of Christ; and his Providential Government.
and in this is included, your renouncing the devil and his works the Flesh and its Lustiest, together with your consenting to all the Laws and Ordinances of christ; and his Providential Government.
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Beloved, such a close with Christ, as you have been here exhorted to, is that wherin the Essence of Christianity lies;
beloved, such a close with christ, as you have been Here exhorted to, is that wherein the Essence of Christianity lies;
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when you have chosen the incorruptible crown, that is, whan you have chos•n God to be your portion and happinesse:
when you have chosen the incorruptible crown, that is, when you have chos•n God to be your portion and happiness:
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when you have adventured and laid up your whole interest, and all your hopes with Christ, casting your selves wholly upon the merit of his Righteousnesse,
when you have adventured and laid up your Whole Interest, and all your hope's with christ, casting your selves wholly upon the merit of his Righteousness,
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when you have understandingly and heartily resign'd and given up your ••vs to him, resolving for ever to be at his command, and at his disposal:
when you have understandingly and heartily resigned and given up your ••vs to him, resolving for ever to be At his command, and At his disposal:
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when you are Christians indeed, and never till then. Christ will be the Saviour of none but of his servants:
when you Are Christians indeed, and never till then. christ will be the Saviour of none but of his Servants:
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He is the Author of Eternal Salvation to those that obey him, Heb. 5. Christ will have no Servant but by consent, His people are a willing people, Psal. 1•0.
He is the Author of Eternal Salvation to those that obey him, Hebrew 5. christ will have no Servant but by consent, His people Are a willing people, Psalm 1•0.
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And Christ will accept of no consent but in full, to all that he requires, he will be all in all, or he will be nothing.
And christ will accept of no consent but in full, to all that he requires, he will be all in all, or he will be nothing.
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V. Confirm and compleat all this by Solemn Covenant.
V. Confirm and complete all this by Solemn Covenant.
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Give your selves to the Lord as his Servants, and bind your selves to him as his Covenant-Servants, Jer. 30. 21. Who is this that engageth his heart to approach unto me;
Give your selves to the Lord as his Servants, and bind your selves to him as his covenant-servants, Jer. 30. 21. Who is this that engageth his heart to approach unto me;
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Isa. 44. 5. One shall say, I am the Lord, another shall call himself by the name of Jacob, and another shall subscribe with his hand to the Lord.Isaiah 44. 5. One shall say, I am the Lord, Another shall call himself by the name of Jacob, and Another shall subscribe with his hand to the Lord.
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Upon your entring into Covenant with God, the Covenant of God stands firm to you, God gives you leave, every man, to put his own name into the Covenant;
Upon your entering into Covenant with God, the Covenant of God Stands firm to you, God gives you leave, every man, to put his own name into the Covenant;
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grant if it be not found there at last, it will be your own fault;
grant if it be not found there At last, it will be your own fault;
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if it be not there, there will be nothing found in the whole Covenant belonging unto you:
if it be not there, there will be nothing found in the Whole Covenant belonging unto you:
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If it be there, all is yours;
If it be there, all is yours;
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if you have come into the bond of the Covenant, you shall have your share in the blessings of the Covenant, Jer. 30. 21, 22 Who is this that engaged his heart to approach to me.
if you have come into the bound of the Covenant, you shall have your share in the blessings of the Covenant, Jer. 30. 21, 22 Who is this that engaged his heart to approach to me.
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And ye shall be my people, and I will be your God. Engage to me, and I stand engaged to you;And you shall be my people, and I will be your God. Engage to me, and I stand engaged to you;
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Deut. 26. 17, 18. Thou hast avouched the Lord this day to be thy God, to walk in his Ways,
Deuteronomy 26. 17, 18. Thou hast avouched the Lord this day to be thy God, to walk in his Ways,
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and to keep his Statutes, and his Commandments, and his Jud•ments, to hearken to his Voice.
and to keep his Statutes, and his commandments, and his Jud•ments, to harken to his Voice.
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And the Lord •ath avouched thee this day to be his peculiar people, as he hath promised thee. And the Lord •ath avouched thee this day to be his peculiar people, as he hath promised thee.
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Observe it, The same day that they avouched the Lord to be their God, the same day the Lord avouched them to be his peculiar people:
Observe it, The same day that they avouched the Lord to be their God, the same day the Lord avouched them to be his peculiar people:
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The same day that they engag• to keep the Commandments of God, the same day the Lord engageth to keep his Promise with them.
The same day that they engag• to keep the commandments of God, the same day the Lord engageth to keep his Promise with them.
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There is a twofold Coven•nting with God, In P•ofession, and in Reality: and entring our Names, and an engaging our Hear•s: The former is done in Baptism, by all that are Baptized, who by receiving the Seal of the Covenant, are visibly,
There is a twofold Coven•nting with God, In P•ofession, and in Reality: and entering our Names, and an engaging our Hear•s: The former is done in Baptism, by all that Are Baptised, who by receiving the Seal of the Covenant, Are visibly,
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or in profession entred into it: The latter is also twofold:
or in profession entered into it: The latter is also twofold:
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1. Virtual. Which is done by all those that have sincerely made that closure with God in Christ forementioned:
1. Virtual. Which is done by all those that have sincerely made that closure with God in christ forementioned:
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Those that have chosen the Lord, embarqu•d with Christ, resigned up, and given themselves to the Lord, are all engaged persons have virtually Covenanted with him.
Those that have chosen the Lord, embarqu•d with christ, resigned up, and given themselves to the Lord, Are all engaged Persons have virtually Covenanted with him.
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2. Formal. Which i• our binding our selves to the Lord by solemn Vow or Promise, to stand to our choice, &c. And this may be, either only inward in the Soul O outward,
2. Formal. Which i• our binding our selves to the Lord by solemn Voelli or Promise, to stand to our choice, etc. And this may be, either only inward in the Soul Oh outward,
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and expressed, either by words lifting up of the hand, subsccibiug the hand, or the like;
and expressed, either by words lifting up of the hand, subsccibiug the hand, or the like;
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And by how much the more express our solemn Covenanting with God is, by so much the more sensibly and strongly it is like to hold our hearts to him.
And by how much the more express our solemn Covenanting with God is, by so much the more sensibly and strongly it is like to hold our hearts to him.
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Now that which I would perswade you to, is this Solemn and express covenanting with God;
Now that which I would persuade you to, is this Solemn and express covenanting with God;
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Providence hath lately brought to my hand the Advice of a dear Friend, and faithful Labourer in the work of the Lord about this matter, together with an excellent Form of words, composed for the help of weaker Christians,
Providence hath lately brought to my hand the advice of a dear Friend, and faithful Labourer in the work of the Lord about this matter, together with an excellent From of words, composed for the help of Weaker Christians,
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and aptly accommodateed to all the substantials of our Baptismal Covenant, which having found great acceptance with many precious Christians, I do with much zeal,
and aptly accommodateed to all the substantials of our Baptismal Covenant, which having found great acceptance with many precious Christians, I do with much zeal,
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and great hope of good success, for the establishing of Souls in Holinesse and Comfort, commend it to the use not only of young Converts,
and great hope of good success, for the establishing of Souls in Holiness and Comfort, commend it to the use not only of young Converts,
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but of the more grown Christians, that have not experimented this or the like course.
but of the more grown Christians, that have not experimented this or the like course.
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And in order to the putting this matter into practice, I shall first give you these few directions.
And in order to the putting this matter into practice, I shall First give you these few directions.
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First, Set apart some time, more than once, to be spent in secret before the Lord.First, Set apart Some time, more than once, to be spent in secret before the Lord.
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1. In seeking earnestly his special assistance and gracious acceptance of you.
1. In seeking earnestly his special assistance and gracious acceptance of you.
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2. In considering distinctly all the Termes or Conditions, of the Covenant, as they have been laid before you, in the Directions already given you,
2. In considering distinctly all the Terms or Conditions, of the Covenant, as they have been laid before you, in the Directions already given you,
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and are also expressed in the form hereaf•er proposed.
and Are also expressed in the from hereaf•er proposed.
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3. In searching your bearts whether you either have already, or can now, freely make such a closure with God in Christ,
3. In searching your bearts whither you either have already, or can now, freely make such a closure with God in christ,
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as you have been exhorted to.
as you have been exhorted to.
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In special, Consider what your sins a•e, and examine whither you can resolve to forgo them all.
In special, Consider what your Sins a•e, and examine whither you can resolve to forgo them all.
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Consider what the Lawes of Christ are, how holy, strict and spiritual, and whether you can upon deliberation make choice of them all (even those that do most crosse your worldly interests, beloved sins,
Consider what the Laws of christ Are, how holy, strict and spiritual, and whither you can upon deliberation make choice of them all (even those that do most cross your worldly interests, Beloved Sins,
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and corrupt inclinations) as the rule of your whole life.
and corrupt inclinations) as the Rule of your Whole life.
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Be sure you be clear in these matters, see that you do not lye unto God, Consider,
Be sure you be clear in these matters, see that you do not lie unto God, Consider,
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whether however corruption will play its part, and be pulling you back, yet the prevailing part of you will be for God and Christ, and all his holywayes.
whither however corruption will play its part, and be pulling you back, yet the prevailing part of you will be for God and christ, and all his holywayes.
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Secondly, Compose your spirits into the most serious frame possible, sutable to a transaction of so high importance.Secondly, Compose your spirits into the most serious frame possible, suitable to a transaction of so high importance.
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Thirdly, Lay hold on the Covenant of God, and rely upon his promise of giving grace,Thirdly, Lay hold on the Covenant of God, and rely upon his promise of giving grace,
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and strength, whereby you may be enabled to performe your promise.
and strength, whereby you may be enabled to perform your promise.
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Trust not to your own strength, to the strength of your own resolutions, but take hold on ••nstehig•s. Fourthly, resolve to be faithful.
Trust not to your own strength, to the strength of your own resolutions, but take hold on ••nstehig•s. Fourthly, resolve to be faithful.
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Having engaged your hearts, opened your mouths, and subscribed with your hands to the Lord ▪ resolve in his strength never to go back.
Having engaged your hearts, opened your mouths, and subscribed with your hands to the Lord ▪ resolve in his strength never to go back.
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Lastly, Being thus prepared, on some convenient time set apart for the purpose, set upon the work,Lastly, Being thus prepared, on Some convenient time Set apart for the purpose, Set upon the work,
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and in the most solemn manner possible, as if the Lord were visible present before your Eyes, fall down on your knees,
and in the most solemn manner possible, as if the Lord were visible present before your Eyes, fallen down on your knees,
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and spreading forth your hands towards Heaven, open your hearts to the Lord, in these or the like words.
and spreading forth your hands towards Heaven, open your hearts to the Lord, in these or the like words.
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O Most dreadful God, for the passion of thy Son, I beseech thee accept of thy poor prodigal now prostrating himself at thy door;
Oh Most dreadful God, for the passion of thy Son, I beseech thee accept of thy poor prodigal now prostrating himself At thy door;
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I have fallen from thee by mine iniquity, and am by Nature a Son of Death,
I have fallen from thee by mine iniquity, and am by Nature a Son of Death,
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and a thousand-fold more the Childe of Hell by my wicked practice;
and a thousandfold more the Child of Hell by my wicked practice;
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but of thine infinite Grace thou hast promised Mercy to me in Christ, if I will but turn to thee with all my heart:
but of thine infinite Grace thou hast promised Mercy to me in christ, if I will but turn to thee with all my heart:
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Therefore upon the Call of thy Gospel, I am now come in, and throwing down my Weapons submit my self to thy mercy. Therefore upon the Call of thy Gospel, I am now come in, and throwing down my Weapons submit my self to thy mercy.
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And because thou requirest, as the condition of my peace with thee, that I should put away mine Idols,
And Because thou requirest, as the condition of my peace with thee, that I should put away mine Idols,
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and be at defi-ance with all thine enemies, which I acknowledge I have wickedly sided with against thee, I here from the bottom of my heart renounce them all, firmelie covenanting with thee, not to allow my self in any known sin,
and be At defi-ance with all thine enemies, which I acknowledge I have wickedly sided with against thee, I Here from the bottom of my heart renounce them all, firmly covenanting with thee, not to allow my self in any known since,
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but conscientiously to use all the meanes that I know thou hast prescribed, for the death and utter destruction of all my corruptions:
but conscientiously to use all the means that I know thou hast prescribed, for the death and utter destruction of all my corruptions:
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And whereas I have formerly inordinately and idolatrously let out my affections upon the world;
And whereas I have formerly inordinately and idolatrously let out my affections upon the world;
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I do here resigne my heart to thee that madest it, humblie protesting before thy glorious Majestie, that it is the firm Resolution of my heart,
I do Here resign my heart to thee that Madest it, humbly protesting before thy glorious Majesty, that it is the firm Resolution of my heart,
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and that I doe unfeignedly desire Grace from thee, that when thou shalt call me hereunto I may practice this my resolution, through thy assistance, to forsake all that is dear unto me in this world, rather then to turn from thee to the wayes of sin,
and that I do unfeignedly desire Grace from thee, that when thou shalt call me hereunto I may practice this my resolution, through thy assistance, to forsake all that is dear unto me in this world, rather then to turn from thee to the ways of since,
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and that I will watch against all its Temptations, whether of prosperity or adversi•y, least they should withdraw my heart from thee, beseeching thee also to help me against the Temptations of Satan, to whose wicked suggestions, I resolve, by the Grace, never to yield my self a Servant.
and that I will watch against all its Temptations, whither of Prosperity or adversi•y, lest they should withdraw my heart from thee, beseeching thee also to help me against the Temptations of Satan, to whose wicked suggestions, I resolve, by the Grace, never to yield my self a Servant.
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And because my own righteousness is but menstruous rags, I renounce all confidence therein, and acknowledge that I am of my self a hopeless, helpless, undone creature, without righteousness or strength.
And Because my own righteousness is but menstruous rags, I renounce all confidence therein, and acknowledge that I am of my self a hopeless, helpless, undone creature, without righteousness or strength.
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And forasmuch as thou hast of thy bottomless Mercie offered most Graciouslie to me wretched sinner, to be again my God throug Christ,
And forasmuch as thou hast of thy bottomless Mercy offered most Graciously to me wretched sinner, to be again my God through christ,
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if I woul accept of thee:
if I woul accept of thee:
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I call Heaven and Earth to record this day ▪ that I do here solemnly avouch thee for the Lord my God, and with all possible veneration, bowing the neck of my Soul under the feet of thy most sacred Majestie, I do here take thee the Lord Jehovah, Father, Son, I call Heaven and Earth to record this day ▪ that I do Here solemnly avouch thee for the Lord my God, and with all possible veneration, bowing the neck of my Soul under the feet of thy most sacred Majesty, I do Here take thee the Lord Jehovah, Father, Son,
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and Holie Ghost, for my portion and chief good, and do give up my self, bodie and soul for thy servant, promising and vowing to serve thee in holiness and righteousness all the daies of my life.
and Holy Ghost, for my portion and chief good, and do give up my self, body and soul for thy servant, promising and vowing to serve thee in holiness and righteousness all the days of my life.
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And since thou hast appointed the Lord Jesus Christ, the onely means of coming unto thee, I do here upon the bended knees of my Soul, accept of him as the onely new and living way, by which sinners may have access to thee,
And since thou hast appointed the Lord jesus christ, the only means of coming unto thee, I do Here upon the bent knees of my Soul, accept of him as the only new and living Way, by which Sinners may have access to thee,
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and do here solemnly joyn my self in a marriage covenant to him ▪ O blessed Jesus, I come to thee ▪ hungry and hardly bestead, poor and wretched,
and do Here solemnly join my self in a marriage Covenant to him ▪ Oh blessed jesus, I come to thee ▪ hungry and hardly besteaded, poor and wretched,
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and miserable, and blinde, and naked ▪ a most loathsome pollu•ed wretch, a guilty condemned Malefactor, unworthy for ever to wash the feet of the servants of my Lord, much more to be solemnly married to the King of Glorie:
and miserable, and blind, and naked ▪ a most loathsome pollu•ed wretch, a guilty condemned Malefactor, unworthy for ever to wash the feet of the Servants of my Lord, much more to be solemnly married to the King of Glory:
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But 〈 ◊ 〉 such is thine unparallel'd love, I do here with all my power accept thee,
But 〈 ◊ 〉 such is thine unparalleled love, I do Here with all my power accept thee,
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and do take thee for my head and husband, for better for worse, for richer for poorer,
and do take thee for my head and husband, for better for Worse, for Richer for Poorer,
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for all times and conditions, to love, and honour, and obey thee before all others, and this to the death, I embrace thee in all thine offices:
for all times and conditions, to love, and honour, and obey thee before all Others, and this to the death, I embrace thee in all thine Offices:
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I renounce mine own worthiness, and do here avow thee to be the Lord my Righteousness:
I renounce mine own worthiness, and do Here avow thee to be the Lord my Righteousness:
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I re•ounce mine own wisdome, and do here take thee for mine onely Guide: I renounce •ine own will, and take thy will for my Law.
I re•ounce mine own Wisdom, and do Here take thee for mine only Guide: I renounce •ine own will, and take thy will for my Law.
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And since thou hast told me that I must •uffer if I will reign, I do here covenant with thee to take my lot,
And since thou hast told me that I must •uffer if I will Reign, I do Here Covenant with thee to take my lot,
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as it falls, with thee, and by thy grace asisting to runne all hazzards with thee, verily supposing, that neither life nor death shall part between thee and me.
as it falls, with thee, and by thy grace assisting to run all hazards with thee, verily supposing, that neither life nor death shall part between thee and me.
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And because thou hast been pleased to give me thy holy Laws, as the rule of my life;
And Because thou hast been pleased to give me thy holy Laws, as the Rule of my life;
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and the way in which I should walk to thy Kingdome;
and the Way in which I should walk to thy Kingdom;
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I do here willingly put my neck under thy yoak, and let my shoulder to thy burden,
I do Here willingly put my neck under thy yoke, and let my shoulder to thy burden,
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and subscribing to all thy Laws, as holy, just and good; I solemnly take them, as the rule of my words, thoughts, and actions;
and subscribing to all thy Laws, as holy, just and good; I solemnly take them, as the Rule of my words, thoughts, and actions;
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promising, that though my fl•sh contradict and rebell, yet I will endeavour to order and govern my whole life according to thy direction;
promising, that though my fl•sh contradict and rebel, yet I will endeavour to order and govern my Whole life according to thy direction;
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and will not allow my self in the neglect of any thing that I know to be my duty.
and will not allow my self in the neglect of any thing that I know to be my duty.
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Onely because through the frailty of my flesh, 〈 ◊ 〉 am subject to many failings;
Only Because through the frailty of my Flesh, 〈 ◊ 〉 am Subject to many failings;
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I am bold humbly to protest, That unallowed miscarriages, contrary to the setled bent and resolution of my heart, shall not make void this Covenant; for so thou hast said.I am bold humbly to protest, That unallowed miscarriages, contrary to the settled bent and resolution of my heart, shall not make void this Covenant; for so thou hast said.
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Now Almighty God, searcher of hearts, thou knowest that I make this Covenant with thee this day, without any known guile or reservation, beseeching thee, that if thou espiest any flaw or falshood therein, thou wouldst discover it to me ▪ and help me to do it aright.
Now Almighty God, searcher of hearts, thou Knowest that I make this Covenant with thee this day, without any known guile or reservation, beseeching thee, that if thou espiest any flaw or falsehood therein, thou Wouldst discover it to me ▪ and help me to do it aright.
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And now glory be to thee, O God the Father, whom I shall be bold from this day forward, to look upon as my God and Father;
And now glory be to thee, Oh God the Father, whom I shall be bold from this day forward, to look upon as my God and Father;
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That ever thou shouldest find out such a way for the recovery of undone sinners;
That ever thou Shouldst find out such a Way for the recovery of undone Sinners;
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Glory be to thee, O God the Son ▪ who hast loved me and washed me from my sinnes in thine own blood,
Glory be to thee, Oh God the Son ▪ who hast loved me and washed me from my Sins in thine own blood,
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and art now become my Saviour and Redeemer:
and art now become my Saviour and Redeemer:
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Glory be to thee, O God the Holy Ghost, who by the Finger of thine Almighty power hast turned about my heart from sin to God.
Glory be to thee, Oh God the Holy Ghost, who by the Finger of thine Almighty power hast turned about my heart from since to God.
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O dreadful Jehovah, the Lord God omnipotent, Father, Son, and Holy Ghost, thou art now become my Covenant friend,
Oh dreadful Jehovah, the Lord God omnipotent, Father, Son, and Holy Ghost, thou art now become my Covenant friend,
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and I through thine infinite Grace, am become thy Covenant-servant, Amen, So be it: And the Covenant which I have made on earth, let it be ratified in Heaven.
and I through thine infinite Grace, am become thy Covenant servant, Amen, So be it: And the Covenant which I have made on earth, let it be ratified in Heaven.
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The Authors advice. THis Covenant I advise you to make, not onely in heart, but in word;
The Authors Advice. THis Covenant I Advice you to make, not only in heart, but in word;
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not onely in word, but in writing;
not only in word, but in writing;
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and that you would with possible reverence spread the writing before the Lord, as if you would present it to him as your Act and Deed. And when you have done this, set your hand to it ▪ Keep it as a memorial of the solemn transactions that have passed between God and you, that you may have recourse to it in doubts and temptations.
and that you would with possible Reverence spread the writing before the Lord, as if you would present it to him as your Act and Deed. And when you have done this, Set your hand to it ▪ Keep it as a memorial of the solemn transactions that have passed between God and you, that you may have recourse to it in doubts and temptations.
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And now Beloved, having shewed you the way the Father, give me leave to be instant with you, in pressing you to hearken to me herein, to come and joyn your selves thus to the Lord.
And now beloved, having showed you the Way the Father, give me leave to be instant with you, in pressing you to harken to me herein, to come and join your selves thus to the Lord.
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And if you will not be perswaded to this solemn and express way of Covenanting with him, which I believe you will find a great advantage,
And if you will not be persuaded to this solemn and express Way of Covenanting with him, which I believe you will find a great advantage,
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and do therefore make it my great request unto you) yet, if you will not do that, take heed you refuse not to engage your hearts to the Lord,
and do Therefore make it my great request unto you) yet, if you will not do that, take heed you refuse not to engage your hearts to the Lord,
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and make a full closure with Christ, upon all the particular terms laid before you, till that be done, I must be bold to tell you again ▪ as I have told you already, that you are short of Christianity, strangers from the Covenant of Promise,
and make a full closure with christ, upon all the particular terms laid before you, till that be done, I must be bold to tell you again ▪ as I have told you already, that you Are short of Christianity, Strangers from the Covenant of Promise,
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and Aliens from the Commonwealth of Israel.
and Aliens from the Commonwealth of Israel.
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Brethren, the Lord God hath sent me amongst you upon the same E••and, as Abraham sent his servant, Gen. 24. To take a wife for his Son, to espouse you to Christ:
Brothers, the Lord God hath sent me among you upon the same E••and, as Abraham sent his servant, Gen. 24. To take a wife for his Son, to espouse you to christ:
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I am not without •ear, as that servant was not, that some of you will not follow me;
I am not without •ear, as that servant was not, that Some of you will not follow me;
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but if the Lord see it good to send his Angel before me, to make my way prosperous,
but if the Lord see it good to send his Angel before me, to make my Way prosperous,
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if the Lord give me success in this great thing, that I may thus bring you into Covenant with him, I shall therein have performed the main part of my Ministerial work among you, I shall have espoused you to Christ, ma•ried you to that one Husband;
if the Lord give me success in this great thing, that I may thus bring you into Covenant with him, I shall therein have performed the main part of my Ministerial work among you, I shall have espoused you to christ, ma•ried you to that one Husband;
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I shall have brought you within the strait gate, and set your foot safe into that narrow way that leads to life,
I shall have brought you within the strait gate, and Set your foot safe into that narrow Way that leads to life,
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and have laid the foundation of your following the Lord in holiness and comfort here, and of living with him in blessedness for ever. For,
and have laid the Foundation of your following the Lord in holiness and Comfort Here, and of living with him in blessedness for ever. For,
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1 When once you are sincerely in Covenant, from thenceforth you have a God that you may call your own, to whom you may have free access, with whom you may be sure to find grace, to help in all times of need.
1 When once you Are sincerely in Covenant, from thenceforth you have a God that you may call your own, to whom you may have free access, with whom you may be sure to find grace, to help in all times of need.
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How blessed is his condition, who is able to say, I have no fri••• in the world,
How blessed is his condition, who is able to say, I have no fri••• in the world,
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but I have a God in Heaven; I have many enemies, but I have a God;
but I have a God in Heaven; I have many enemies, but I have a God;
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I have no house, nor money, nor lands, but I have a God; I have troubles, I have sins that are a daily torment and vexation to me,I have no house, nor money, nor Lands, but I have a God; I have Troubles, I have Sins that Are a daily torment and vexation to me,
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but I have a God, a God to feed me, a God to succour me, God to shelter me, a God to pardon me, a God to sanct•fie me, to •ave me.
but I have a God, a God to feed me, a God to succour me, God to shelter me, a God to pardon me, a God to sanct•fie me, to •ave me.
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2 From the time of this your Covenant Union with Christ, you have the blessing of communion with him.
2 From the time of this your Covenant union with christ, you have the blessing of communion with him.
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〈 ◊ 〉 Whatsoever is Christs, is now become yours;
〈 ◊ 〉 Whatsoever is Christ, is now become yours;
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the husband gives the wife leave to set he• name on all his goods, and all that Christ hath, you may now write your name upon it,
the husband gives the wife leave to Set he• name on all his goods, and all that christ hath, you may now write your name upon it,
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& say boldly, All this is mine; his prayers, his tears, his obedience, his blood, his spirit, all are mine, because he is mine.
& say boldly, All this is mine; his Prayers, his tears, his Obedience, his blood, his Spirit, all Are mine, Because he is mine.
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2. Whatsoever is yours, is his; your sufferings, your sins your debts, your wants are all upon your husband.
2. Whatsoever is yours, is his; your sufferings, your Sins your debts, your Wants Are all upon your husband.
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Christ says to you, as the old man, Judg. 19. 20. to the Levite, Let all thy wants be on me;
christ Says to you, as the old man, Judges 19. 20. to the Levite, Let all thy Wants be on me;
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and so all thy debts and straits, and fears, and troubles, let them all be on me.
and so all thy debts and straits, and fears, and Troubles, let them all be on me.
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3 Christ and you shall have your lot together;
3 christ and you shall have your lot together;
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God deals with Christ and a Believer, as one and the same party who must be absolved and condemned, stand or fall, live or die together.
God deals with christ and a Believer, as one and the same party who must be absolved and condemned, stand or fallen, live or die together.
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In Christs being justified, your justification is secured; in Christs Resurrection, your Resurrection; in Christs Glorification, your Glorification is secured for ever;
In Christ being justified, your justification is secured; in Christ Resurrection, your Resurrection; in Christ Glorification, your Glorification is secured for ever;
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Because I live, ye shall live also. This is the portion, this is the Inheritance of all Gods Covenanting-Servants.Because I live, you shall live also. This is the portion, this is the Inheritance of all God's Covenanting-Servants.
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You that are yet in your sins, in your old Covenant with Death, and agreement with Hell, Will you yet be perswaded by what hath been said, to say one to another, Come let us break these bonds asunder ▪ and cast these cords from us;
You that Are yet in your Sins, in your old Covenant with Death, and agreement with Hell, Will you yet be persuaded by what hath been said, to say one to Another, Come let us break these bonds asunder ▪ and cast these cords from us;
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come let us go over to Christ ▪ let us joyn our selves to the Lord in a perpetual Covenant that never shall be forgotten, come let us go over to christ ▪ let us join our selves to the Lord in a perpetual Covenant that never shall be forgotten,
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You that are sincerely come within the bonds of this Covenant of the Lord;
You that Are sincerely come within the bonds of this Covenant of the Lord;
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the Lord is henceforth become your God, Christ is henceforth become your Saviour, you have shot the Gulf;
the Lord is henceforth become your God, christ is henceforth become your Saviour, you have shot the Gulf;
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that good work is begun, which the Lord will perform to the day of Christ; you are gotten within the gate, you are entred into the Path of Life.
that good work is begun, which the Lord will perform to the day of christ; you Are got within the gate, you Are entered into the Path of Life.
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2 In the next place therefore, I shall give some advice to the godly ▪ or those that are already in Christ, whom I shall direct:
2 In the next place Therefore, I shall give Some Advice to the godly ▪ or those that Are already in christ, whom I shall Direct:
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1 To a right performance of holy duties; these four duties especially, Prayer, holy Meditation, Self-examination, and renewing their Covenant.
1 To a right performance of holy duties; these four duties especially, Prayer, holy Meditation, Self-examination, and renewing their Covenant.
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2 To a right improvement of holy Duties. 3 To the carrying on an holy course.
2 To a right improvement of holy Duties. 3 To the carrying on an holy course.
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In all which, though I shall apply my self especially to those that are in Christ,
In all which, though I shall apply my self especially to those that Are in christ,
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yet I shall also give some farther helps to those that are yet out of Christ.
yet I shall also give Some farther helps to those that Are yet out of christ.
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Before I shall enter upon the Directions for the right performance of holy Duties, it will not, I hope, be lost labour,
Before I shall enter upon the Directions for the right performance of holy Duties, it will not, I hope, be lost labour,
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if I prefix a word of encouragement to duty, by laying before you the influences which holy duties will have upon the carrying on a holy life, which I shall dispatch in these four particulars.
if I prefix a word of encouragement to duty, by laying before you the influences which holy duties will have upon the carrying on a holy life, which I shall dispatch in these four particulars.
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1 Duties are the exercise of Grace. Grace out of exercise grows quickly out of case;
1 Duties Are the exercise of Grace. Grace out of exercise grows quickly out of case;
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Idleness breed• ill humours and diseases in the body, and no less in the soul; stirring keeps us warm and healthful.
Idleness breed• ill humours and diseases in the body, and no less in the soul; stirring keeps us warm and healthful.
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Now Duties are the stirrings and exercises of the soul.
Now Duties Are the stirrings and exercises of the soul.
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Reading of the word is not the exercise of the eye onely, but of the understanding;
Reading of the word is not the exercise of the eye only, but of the understanding;
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Prayer is not an exercise of the tongue onely, but of the heart;
Prayer is not an exercise of the tongue only, but of the heart;
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it sets all the faculties of the soul on work, it sets the several graces on work, i• sets faith on work, it sets hope and holy desires on work;
it sets all the faculties of the soul on work, it sets the several graces on work, i• sets faith on work, it sets hope and holy Desires on work;
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and grace kept in action, will be by so much the more active and powerful in the whole course ▪
and grace kept in actium, will be by so much the more active and powerful in the Whole course ▪
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2 In Duties we have an intimate converse with God:
2 In Duties we have an intimate converse with God:
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Therefore they are sometimes called, Our drawing •igh to God, Lev. 10. 3. I will be sanctified in them them that come nigh me.
Therefore they Are sometime called, Our drawing •igh to God, Lev. 10. 3. I will be sanctified in them them that come High me.
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Sometimes, Our meeting with God, Amos 4. 12 Prepare to meet thy God, O Israel; to meet with a Present, as Jacob met his angry Brother;
Sometime, Our meeting with God, Amos 4. 12 Prepare to meet thy God, Oh Israel; to meet with a Present, as Jacob met his angry Brother;
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to meet him with a Prayer, and supplication, Exod. 25. 32. There will I meet thee;
to meet him with a Prayer, and supplication, Exod 25. 32. There will I meet thee;
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when the Saints go up to meet the Lord, the Lord comes down to give them a meeting:
when the Saints go up to meet the Lord, the Lord comes down to give them a meeting:
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Sometimes, Our visiting of God, Isay 26. 16. In their trouble they have visited thee.
Sometime, Our visiting of God, Saiah 26. 16. In their trouble they have visited thee.
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When God visiteth his people with a Rod, they visit him with a Prayer; when we come to Duty as we ought, we put our selves under Gods eye, we set the Lord before our face, it's necessary to the right performance of Duties, that we have right and clear apprehensions of God, deep impressions of the Majesty of God, of his Omnipotence, Omnipresence, Holiness, Goodness and Faithfulness upon our hearts;
When God Visiteth his people with a Rod, they visit him with a Prayer; when we come to Duty as we ought, we put our selves under God's eye, we Set the Lord before our face, it's necessary to the right performance of Duties, that we have right and clear apprehensions of God, deep impressions of the Majesty of God, of his Omnipotence, Omnipresence, Holiness, goodness and Faithfulness upon our hearts;
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This is required in that forementioned expression, I will be sanctified in them that come nigh me.
This is required in that forementioned expression, I will be sanctified in them that come High me.
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Now what an influence will this have upon the upholding and carrying on the life of God in us, to have daily such a sight of God before our eyes,
Now what an influence will this have upon the upholding and carrying on the life of God in us, to have daily such a sighed of God before our eyes,
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and such a sense of God upon our hearts. 3 In Duties we obtain new supplies, and fresh influences from God.
and such a sense of God upon our hearts. 3 In Duties we obtain new supplies, and fresh influences from God.
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The flourishing state of a Christian is set forth, Isay 58. 11. by a well-watered Garden;The flourishing state of a Christian is Set forth, Saiah 58. 11. by a well-watered Garden;
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and Jer. 31. 12. it is promised, They shall come and flow together to the goodness of the Lord for Wheat,and Jer. 31. 12. it is promised, They shall come and flow together to the Goodness of the Lord for Wheat,
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and for Corn, and for Wine, and for Oyl. And their soul shall be as a well-watered Garden: Where observe these three things:
and for Corn, and for Wine, and for Oil. And their soul shall be as a well-watered Garden: Where observe these three things:
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1 That the watering of the soul is from the goodness of the Lord;
1 That the watering of the soul is from the Goodness of the Lord;
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all the dews and showers of Grace are from above, our Springs do not rise in our own Gardrns:
all the dews and showers of Grace Are from above, our Springs do not rise in our own Gardrns:
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All my Springs are in thee. All my Springs Are in thee.
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2 All the influences of the grace and goodness of the Lord, are gotten down by your applying your selves to him in duty:
2 All the influences of the grace and Goodness of the Lord, Are got down by your applying your selves to him in duty:
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That is the meaning of that expression, They shall flow together to the goodness of the Lord, they shall assemble and come together to seek the Lord.
That is the meaning of that expression, They shall flow together to the Goodness of the Lord, they shall assemble and come together to seek the Lord.
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3 The People of God in their addresses to him in Duty, though it be but for a supply of things temporal, do get something for their souls;
3 The People of God in their Addresses to him in Duty, though it be but for a supply of things temporal, do get something for their Souls;
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They shall come for Wheat, and for Wine, &c. And their (souls) shall be as a well-watered Garden. They shall come for Wheat, and for Wine, etc. And their (Souls) shall be as a well-watered Garden.
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We never come to pray for any temporal mercy, and pray as we should, but our souls are gainers thereby.
We never come to pray for any temporal mercy, and pray as we should, but our Souls Are gainers thereby.
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A Christian cannot come near the Throne of Grace for any thing, bot his heart hath a share in the Blessing.
A Christian cannot come near the Throne of Grace for any thing, bot his heart hath a share in the Blessing.
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And there are three Reasons for it.
And there Are three Reasons for it.
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1 A Christian never prays for temporal mercies, but he hath some words or other to speak for his soul.
1 A Christian never prays for temporal Mercies, but he hath Some words or other to speak for his soul.
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(11) part (DIV2)
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2 Prayer, whatever it be for, is the souls drawing nigh to God, and exercising it self on God:
2 Prayer, whatever it be for, is the Souls drawing High to God, and exercising it self on God:
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And the soul never goes to God, but it brings back something of God upon it,
And the soul never Goes to God, but it brings back something of God upon it,
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(11) part (DIV2)
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even then when it may be denied the temporal mercy it seeks:
even then when it may be denied the temporal mercy it seeks:
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As when a Saint is praying for a Sinner, and God will not hear him for that Sinner,
As when a Saint is praying for a Sinner, and God will not hear him for that Sinner,
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yet he loses not that Prayer, but hath it returned into his own bosome.
yet he loses not that Prayer, but hath it returned into his own bosom.
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So when the soul is praying for the concernments of the outward man, though it be denied in its particular request,
So when the soul is praying for the concernments of the outward man, though it be denied in its particular request,
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yet its prayer shall not be lost to it self. 3 Temporal mer•ies obtained as a return of prayer, are soul-blessings.
yet its prayer shall not be lost to it self. 3 Temporal mer•ies obtained as a return of prayer, Are soul-blessings.
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But now when the matter of our requests is particularly for our souls:
But now when the matter of our requests is particularly for our Souls:
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When Grace is that we come for ▪ when love, and life, and zeal, and spiritual strength, is that we come for:
When Grace is that we come for ▪ when love, and life, and zeal, and spiritual strength, is that we come for:
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when the watering of a dry and barren, and the refreshing of a weary heart, is that we seek for, shall our souls then be sent b•rren, and weary, and empty away.
when the watering of a dry and barren, and the refreshing of a weary heart, is that we seek for, shall our Souls then be sent b•rren, and weary, and empty away.
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Our hearts are as Cisterns, which however sometimes they may be full of water, yet if there be not a supply from the Well, the waters and the Cistern will waste,
Our hearts Are as Cisterns, which however sometime they may be full of water, yet if there be not a supply from the Well, the waters and the Cistern will waste,
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and mud, and at length dry away, Duties are our labouring at the Pump, which will keep the Cisterns full Isa. 12. 3. Therefore with joy shall ye draw water out of the W•lls of Salvation.
and mud, and At length dry away, Duties Are our labouring At the Pump, which will keep the Cisterns full Isaiah 12. 3. Therefore with joy shall you draw water out of the W•lls of Salvation.
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Christian, thou complainest thy heart is barr•n and dead, and dry, and fit for nothing:
Christian, thou complainest thy heart is barr•n and dead, and dry, and fit for nothing:
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Why, is there not a Well by thee, where there is water enough to refresh and fill thee? Why do•st thou no oftner let down thy Pitcher, or labour at the Pump, why art thou no oftner with thy God? Thy heart wants watering, get thee oftner to the Well:
Why, is there not a Well by thee, where there is water enough to refresh and fill thee? Why do•st thou no oftener let down thy Pitcher, or labour At the Pump, why art thou no oftener with thy God? Thy heart Wants watering, get thee oftener to the Well:
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more praying, more fasting, more conversing with Christ, studying the Gospel, searching and sucking the Promises, would quickly get thee into a better plight.
more praying, more fasting, more conversing with christ, studying the Gospel, searching and sucking the Promises, would quickly get thee into a better plighted.
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He that is much with God, is rich in grace. Thou art not so much stra••ned, thou canst not be brought so poor, and Iean,
He that is much with God, is rich in grace. Thou art not so much stra••ned, thou Canst not be brought so poor, and Jean,
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and out of case, but thou knowest where there is enough to fetch thee up again, thou knowest where there is a Well, that hath not onely water enough, healing water,
and out of case, but thou Knowest where there is enough to fetch thee up again, thou Knowest where there is a Well, that hath not only water enough, healing water,
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but Wine, and Milk, and Honey enough; but thou must go oftner for it. if thou wilt have the benefit of it;
but Wine, and Milk, and Honey enough; but thou must go oftener for it. if thou wilt have the benefit of it;
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Go therefore, and let down thy Pitcher, and thou needest not fear its coming up empty.
Go Therefore, and let down thy Pitcher, and thou Needest not Fear its coming up empty.
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Onely in exercising thy self in duty, take heed thou mistake not the Pitcher for the Well;
Only in exercising thy self in duty, take heed thou mistake not the Pitcher for the Well;
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take heed thou fix not thine eye on duty, as if this were thy Christ, thy Fountain out of which thou mayest be supplyed.
take heed thou fix not thine eye on duty, as if this were thy christ, thy Fountain out of which thou Mayest be supplied.
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Duties are but the pipes, it is the Lord that is the Fountain from whence all the water comes.
Duties Are but the pipes, it is the Lord that is the Fountain from whence all the water comes.
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4 Duties are our conflicting with corruption ▪ or striving against sin. When ever we are striving with God, we are thereby striving against sin.
4 Duties Are our conflicting with corruption ▪ or striving against since. When ever we Are striving with God, we Are thereby striving against since.
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Duty and sin contend for the Victory; whilest Duty holds up, sin goes down: when Duty flags, sin gets up.
Duty and since contend for the Victory; whilst Duty holds up, since Goes down: when Duty flags, since gets up.
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Holy Prayer will make us weary of i••quity; or our iniquity will quickly make such praying a weariness unto us:
Holy Prayer will make us weary of i••quity; or our iniquity will quickly make such praying a weariness unto us:
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it is not for the interest of the flesh to suffer the heart to be much in prayer,
it is not for the Interest of the Flesh to suffer the heart to be much in prayer,
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or other du•ies, and therefore we find for the whole Generation of carnal men, a little of it must serve their turn.
or other du•ies, and Therefore we find for the Whole Generation of carnal men, a little of it must serve their turn.
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There is no such way for Christians to be revenged on sin, and to see their desires on this Enemy,
There is no such Way for Christians to be revenged on since, and to see their Desires on this Enemy,
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as to bring it before the Lord.
as to bring it before the Lord.
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They never fight against it with greater zeal, or with more success, then upon their knees. When the sinner kneels in earnest before his God, his lusts must quickly kneel to him;
They never fight against it with greater zeal, or with more success, then upon their knees. When the sinner kneels in earnest before his God, his Lustiest must quickly kneel to him;
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our confession of sin, and laying it open before the Lord, our complaining to the Lord of it, our ••ying to the Lord against it, pressing him upon his Promise, upon his Covenant to help against it;
our Confessi of since, and laying it open before the Lord, our complaining to the Lord of it, our ••ying to the Lord against it, pressing him upon his Promise, upon his Covenant to help against it;
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these are the mightiest •atteries our souls can make, to the beating down its strong holds:
these Are the Mightiest •atteries our Souls can make, to the beating down its strong holds:
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When the Lord hears the groanings of his Israel, under their oppressing Egyptians, he will arise and relieve them.
When the Lord hears the groanings of his Israel, under their oppressing egyptians, he will arise and relieve them.
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Christians tell one another, how sad it is with them, what woful work they have with a proud heart,
Christians tell one Another, how sad it is with them, what woeful work they have with a proud heart,
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or a covetous heart, or an hard heart, or an hypocritical heart; and you mry tell one another such stad stories long enough, and find little help:
or a covetous heart, or an hard heart, or an hypocritical heart; and you mry tell one Another such stad stories long enough, and find little help:
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Goe tell thy God of thy sins, carry them before the Throne of Grace, make thy complaints against them there,
Go tell thy God of thy Sins, carry them before the Throne of Grace, make thy complaints against them there,
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and there thou ▪ wilt find compassion and deliverance.
and there thou ▪ wilt find compassion and deliverance.
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Now gather up these four particulars together, consider them well ▪ and then you will see, you that intend holiness in earnest, wh•t great reason you have to set close in with Duties,
Now gather up these four particulars together, Consider them well ▪ and then you will see, you that intend holiness in earnest, wh•t great reason you have to Set close in with Duties,
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and to accept of those Directions which shall now be tendered unto you.
and to accept of those Directions which shall now be tendered unto you.
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The first sort of Directions are such as concern the right performance of the Duty of Prayer;
The First sort of Directions Are such as concern the right performance of the Duty of Prayer;
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the advice I shall give you touching this, take in these four particulars.
the Advice I shall give you touching this, take in these four particulars.
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1. Bring your selves, and hold your selves to a frequent and constant performance of this duty.
1. Bring your selves, and hold your selves to a frequent and constant performance of this duty.
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There must be performance, or there cannot •e a right performance: Those that pray not,
There must be performance, or there cannot •e a right performance: Those that pray not,
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or but seldome, is a shrewd signe that the root of the matter is not in them;
or but seldom, is a shrewd Signen that the root of the matter is not in them;
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they that can live without prayer are dead while they are alive: Prayer is the first fruits of Christianity:
they that can live without prayer Are dead while they Are alive: Prayer is the First fruits of Christianity:
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It was said of Saul, a• a token that he was a Convert, Behold he prayeth. The living Childe comes crying into the World ▪ and as it is a token of life,
It was said of Saul, a• a token that he was a Convert, Behold he Prayeth. The living Child comes crying into the World ▪ and as it is a token of life,
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so it is a meanes by which this New Life is nourished.
so it is a means by which this New Life is nourished.
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Prayer is a Christians Key to unlock the Store-houses and the Treasuries of Souls, he that can pray, God hath given him a Key to all his Treasuries.
Prayer is a Christians Key to unlock the Storehouses and the Treasuries of Souls, he that can pray, God hath given him a Key to all his Treasuries.
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Prayer will not only unlock the Clouds as Elijahs prayer did, and bring down Rain to refresh the dry and parched Earth,
Prayer will not only unlock the Clouds as Elijahs prayer did, and bring down Rain to refresh the dry and parched Earth,
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but it will unlock Heaven too.
but it will unlock Heaven too.
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It will unlock the Ark and the Mercy-seat, and get downe Spiritual blessinge on the Soul:
It will unlock the Ark and the Mercy-seat, and get down Spiritual blessing on the Soul:
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Praying is a Christians knocking at the Gate of Heaven, that knocking to which the promise is made, Matthew 7. 7. Knock and it shall be opened.
Praying is a Christians knocking At the Gate of Heaven, that knocking to which the promise is made, Matthew 7. 7. Knock and it shall be opened.
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The word which the Lord speakes to us is Gods knocking at our doores; Rev. 3. 20. Behold, I stand at the door and knock.
The word which the Lord speaks to us is God's knocking At our doors; Rev. 3. 20. Behold, I stand At the door and knock.
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And praying is our knocking at the Lords door, at the Gate of Heaven, that this may be opened.
And praying is our knocking At the lords door, At the Gate of Heaven, that this may be opened.
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By the way learn, that if you will not hear God knock ▪ it is just to hear not yours.
By the Way Learn, that if you will not hear God knock ▪ it is just to hear not yours.
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If Gods voice may not be heard on Earth, your voice will not be heard in Heaven;
If God's voice may not be herd on Earth, your voice will not be herd in Heaven;
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fear not, you shall be heard, if you will hear; hear him that speaks to you from Heaven, and your cry shall enter into Heaven.
Fear not, you shall be herd, if you will hear; hear him that speaks to you from Heaven, and your cry shall enter into Heaven.
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Our Soules will never thrive or flourish, unless the Rain and the Showers of Heavenly Grace descend and fall upon them,
Our Souls will never thrive or flourish, unless the Rain and the Showers of Heavenly Grace descend and fallen upon them,
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and we cannot look that those Showers should come down, unless we look up.
and we cannot look that those Showers should come down, unless we look up.
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Persons that pray not, may be written among the Heathens, Jer. 10. 25. Pour out thy fury upon the Heathen,
Persons that pray not, may be written among the heathens, Jer. 10. 25. Pour out thy fury upon the Heathen,
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and the Families that call not on thy Name. and the Families that call not on thy Name.
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Among the Prophane ones of the Earth, who are described by this Character, Psalm 42. 4. They call not upon God, they are altogether become filthy and abominable, there is none that doth good, they call not u•on God.
Among the Profane ones of the Earth, who Are described by this Character, Psalm 42. 4. They call not upon God, they Are altogether become filthy and abominable, there is none that does good, they call not u•on God.
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Where Prayer is not, there is usually cursing and swearing, and every abomination;
Where Prayer is not, there is usually cursing and swearing, and every abomination;
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look upon the non-praying persons, look upon the non-praying families among you, and see how little good there is to be found;
look upon the non-praying Persons, look upon the non-praying families among you, and see how little good there is to be found;
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see if they be not as so many dead and dry Trees, on which no Spiritual fruit appears,
see if they be not as so many dead and dry Trees, on which no Spiritual fruit appears,
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as so many dark holes, into which no Spiritual light doth ever shine, as so many filthy sinks, in which every vile thing lodges.
as so many dark holes, into which no Spiritual Light does ever shine, as so many filthy sinks, in which every vile thing lodges.
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Beloved, I have often pressed this Duty on you, both personal secret Prayer, that there be not one person found among you that prayes not;
beloved, I have often pressed this Duty on you, both personal secret Prayer, that there be not one person found among you that prays not;
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and Family joynt Prayer, that there be not one Family found among you, among whom God is not thus worshipped;
and Family joint Prayer, that there be not one Family found among you, among whom God is not thus worshipped;
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I have often pressed this upon you, and given you particular helps and Directions about it,
I have often pressed this upon you, and given you particular helps and Directions about it,
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and have not been negligent to put you in remembrance of it, so that if there be prayerless persons or families found among you, the guilt of it must lie at your own doors.
and have not been negligent to put you in remembrance of it, so that if there be prayerless Persons or families found among you, the guilt of it must lie At your own doors.
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But will you yet hearken to me in this thing? Will you give your selves to prayer? No word that is spoken to you for the good of your Soules, will ever prosper with you,
But will you yet harken to me in this thing? Will you give your selves to prayer? No word that is spoken to you for the good of your Souls, will ever prosper with you,
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if this Word prosper not, it is in vain for me to perswade you to live a Godly life,
if this Word prosper not, it is in vain for me to persuade you to live a Godly life,
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if you will not be perswaded to live a praying life.
if you will not be persuaded to live a praying life.
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Would you ever come to any thing, see then that this Exhortation doe not come to nothing, be ye therefore serious, Be yee therefore sober ▪ and watch unto Prayer, 1 Pet. 4. 7. Be ye instant, be constant in Prayer;
Would you ever come to any thing, see then that this Exhortation do not come to nothing, be you Therefore serious, Be ye Therefore Sobrium ▪ and watch unto Prayer, 1 Pet. 4. 7. Be you instant, be constant in Prayer;
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Set up your resolutions and set your time; set your times, and keep your time;
Set up your resolutions and Set your time; Set your times, and keep your time;
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do not put off this Duty, by pretending you pray alwayes, every day, and every hour;
do not put off this Duty, by pretending you pray always, every day, and every hour;
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as the pretence of an every dayes Sabbath comes just to no Sabbath, so it is usually in the case of prayer, some Carnal wretches praying alwayes is •ot prayiug at all:
as the pretence of an every days Sabbath comes just to no Sabbath, so it is usually in the case of prayer, Some Carnal wretches praying always is •ot prayiug At all:
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Get thee into thy Closet, saith Christ, get thee a place, set thee a time, wherein thou sayest vacare De•, wherein thou mayest make it thy business to seek the Lord.Get thee into thy Closet, Says christ, get thee a place, Set thee a time, wherein thou Sayest vacare De•, wherein thou Mayest make it thy business to seek the Lord.
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Brethren, I say again, if you will not suffer me to prevail with you in this thing, I may even spare my labour of speaking any other things to you, wherein I shall have no hope of success, if I speed not here:
Brothers, I say again, if you will not suffer me to prevail with you in this thing, I may even spare my labour of speaking any other things to you, wherein I shall have no hope of success, if I speed not Here:
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Some among you in some private Conferences I have had with you, have given me some good hopes of the work of grace begun upon your hearts:
some among you in Some private Conferences I have had with you, have given me Some good hope's of the work of grace begun upon your hearts:
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I have found that there hath been stil a neglect of daily prayer, this hath struck such a damp upon my spirit,
I have found that there hath been still a neglect of daily prayer, this hath struck such a damp upon my Spirit,
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as hath brought down those hopes to be even almost as low as nothing, and by experience I have found, that such persons,
as hath brought down those hope's to be even almost as low as nothing, and by experience I have found, that such Persons,
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as upon advice and warning would not afterwards be brought to the constant exercise 〈 ◊ 〉 this duty,
as upon Advice and warning would not afterwards be brought to the constant exercise 〈 ◊ 〉 this duty,
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if they have retained any favour of Religion at all, have yet from year to year been at a stand,
if they have retained any favour of Religion At all, have yet from year to year been At a stand,
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and not the least sign of any improvement hath been to be seen.
and not the least Signen of any improvement hath been to be seen.
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If ever therefore you will hearken to me in any thing that I tender for your souls good, deny me not in this, set upon the daily exercise of secret prayer;
If ever Therefore you will harken to me in any thing that I tender for your Souls good, deny me not in this, Set upon the daily exercise of secret prayer;
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and if you be resolved on the performance, I shall then be encouraged in the next place to help you on in the right performance. Therefore.
and if you be resolved on the performance, I shall then be encouraged in the next place to help you on in the right performance. Therefore.
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2. Come to pray with an actual and great expect 〈 ◊ 〉 of obtaining grace and help from God.
2. Come to pray with an actual and great expect 〈 ◊ 〉 of obtaining grace and help from God.
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Do not barely impose this duty upon you, as your task, but excite and encourage your selves to it, by looking for a return:
Do not barely impose this duty upon you, as your task, but excite and encourage your selves to it, by looking for a return:
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think what it is that you would have, and look to receive it: The reason why we obtain no more in prayer, is, because we expect no more:
think what it is that you would have, and look to receive it: The reason why we obtain no more in prayer, is, Because we expect no more:
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God usually answers us according to our own hearts: Narrow hearts and low expectations have usually as little as they look for or desire:
God usually answers us according to our own hearts: Narrow hearts and low Expectations have usually as little as they look for or desire:
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large expectations are ordinarily answered with large returns: Expectation will put life into action;
large Expectations Are ordinarily answered with large returns: Expectation will put life into actium;
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you will then pray with most enlarged hearts, when you are most full of hopes, the reward that is looked for in the Evening will much encourage and quicken the labour of the day, fear not to expect too much from Heaven:
you will then pray with most enlarged hearts, when you Are most full of hope's, the reward that is looked for in the Evening will much encourage and quicken the labour of the day, Fear not to expect too much from Heaven:
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Be not straitned in in your own Bowels; and you shall not be straitned in the God of bowels:
Be not straitened in in your own Bowels; and you shall not be straitened in the God of bowels:
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open thy Mouth wide and he will fill it ▪ God will never upbraid his Beggars for looking for too great an Almes;
open thy Mouth wide and he will fill it ▪ God will never upbraid his Beggars for looking for too great an Alms;
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he hath enough to supply them, and he hath a heart to bestow it: God will never say to you, you are too bold, you ask too much;
he hath enough to supply them, and he hath a heart to bestow it: God will never say to you, you Are too bold, you ask too much;
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too much Grace, too much holiness, why cannot less content you? God hath given you commission to ask what you will, not to the one half,too much Grace, too much holiness, why cannot less content you? God hath given you commission to ask what you will, not to the one half,
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but the whole of his Kingdome; the Kingdome you shall have, if no less will serve your turn.
but the Whole of his Kingdom; the Kingdom you shall have, if no less will serve your turn.
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Christians be thankfull for every little you receive, but look for much: be thankful for every little, every little received from God is much:
Christians be thankful for every little you receive, but look for much: be thankful for every little, every little received from God is much:
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A drop from that Fountain is worth the World, yet content not your selves with some drops,
A drop from that Fountain is worth the World, yet content not your selves with Some drops,
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when, if you will, the Fountain may be yours.
when, if you will, the Fountain may be yours.
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The King of Glory loves to give like a King, and will never say, This is too much, either for a King to give, or a Beggar to receive;
The King of Glory loves to give like a King, and will never say, This is too much, either for a King to give, or a Beggar to receive;
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Since he hath given you leave, spare not to speak in large your desires, and let your Eye be as big as your Belly.
Since he hath given you leave, spare not to speak in large your Desires, and let your Eye be as big as your Belly.
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God hath promised you, and therefore you may promise your selves;
God hath promised you, and Therefore you may promise your selves;
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whatever you ask (that is good for you) you shall not ask in vain.
whatever you ask (that is good for you) you shall not ask in vain.
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Oh, if we had so much in our Eye when we come before the Throne of Grace, we should be oftner there,
O, if we had so much in our Eye when we come before the Throne of Grace, we should be oftener there,
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and yet still return with our load.
and yet still return with our load.
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Well Christians, remember this when ever you come to begg, look to receive, come not to prayer as to dry breast that is like to yield no milk,
Well Christians, Remember this when ever you come to beg, look to receive, come not to prayer as to dry breast that is like to yield no milk,
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or to an empty Cistern that will yield no water.
or to an empty Cistern that will yield no water.
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3. Learn the skill to plead with God in Prayer.
3. Learn the skill to plead with God in Prayer.
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Though the Breasts be full, yet they must be drawn hard ere the milk will come.
Though the Breasts be full, yet they must be drawn hard ere the milk will come.
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Though the Lord be willing to give those that task, yet he will have them first to prove they are in earnest.
Though the Lord be willing to give those that task, yet he will have them First to prove they Are in earnest.
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Store of Arguments he hath furnished us with, to press him withal, but he will have us use them.
Store of Arguments he hath furnished us with, to press him withal, but he will have us use them.
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We must strive with God, if we will prevail, and the best striving is with his own weapons.
We must strive with God, if we will prevail, and the best striving is with his own weapons.
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The counsel I give you in this is, Plead hard with God, but plead with him upon his own Arguments;
The counsel I give you in this is, Plead hard with God, but plead with him upon his own Arguments;
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there are amongst many others, these four grounds on which to bottom your plea: 1. On God himself. 2. On Christ. 3. On the Promises. 4. On Experiences. 1. On God himself.
there Are among many Others, these four grounds on which to bottom your plea: 1. On God himself. 2. On christ. 3. On the Promises. 4. On Experiences. 1. On God himself.
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And there are two special things, from which you may plead here.
And there Are two special things, from which you may plead Here.
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1. His gracious Nature. Fetch your Arguments by which you plead with God for Mercy thence, whence he originally fetched his Arguments to perswade himself to shew mercy;
1. His gracious Nature. Fetch your Arguments by which you plead with God for Mercy thence, whence he originally fetched his Arguments to persuade himself to show mercy;
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from his own bowels, from his gracious nature, from his natural goodness and gracious inclination to mercy, John 3. 16. God so loved the world, that he grve his onely Son &c. Eph. 1. 5. to vers. 10. Having predestinated us to the adoption of Children by Jesus Christ unto himself, (according to the good pleasure of his Will) to the praise of the glory of his Grace, wherein he hath made us accepted in the beloved;
from his own bowels, from his gracious nature, from his natural Goodness and gracious inclination to mercy, John 3. 16. God so loved the world, that he grve his only Son etc. Ephesians 1. 5. to vers. 10. Having predestinated us to the adoption of Children by jesus christ unto himself, (according to the good pleasure of his Will) to the praise of the glory of his Grace, wherein he hath made us accepted in the Beloved;
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in whom we have redemption through his blood, even the forgiveness of sins, (according to the riches of his Grace) wherein he hath (abounded) towards us in all wisdome and prudence, having made known unto us the mystery of his Will, according to his good pleasure which he hath purposed of himself: in whom we have redemption through his blood, even the forgiveness of Sins, (according to the riches of his Grace) wherein he hath (abounded) towards us in all Wisdom and prudence, having made known unto us the mystery of his Will, according to his good pleasure which he hath purposed of himself:
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Here we have heaped up in a few words the Riches of Mercy which God hath bestowed on his People.
Here we have heaped up in a few words the Riches of Mercy which God hath bestowed on his People.
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Christ his beloved, Redemption through Christ, and the forgiveness of our sins, the adoption of Children, acceptance in his fight, the Revelation of the Mystery of his Will,
christ his Beloved, Redemption through christ, and the forgiveness of our Sins, the adoption of Children, acceptance in his fight, the Revelation of the Mystery of his Will,
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or the discovering or making known these glorious mercies to us.
or the discovering or making known these glorious Mercies to us.
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But whence is all this, who is it, or what was it, that perswaded the Lord to this aboundant kindness? Why, all this arose from himself, He purposed it in himself.
But whence is all this, who is it, or what was it, that persuaded the Lord to this abundant kindness? Why, all this arose from himself, He purposed it in himself.
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He consulted no other Argument, but what he found in his own heart:
He consulted no other Argument, but what he found in his own heart:
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it was from his love, the-good pleasure of his Will, his Grace, the Riches of his Grace, wherein he hath abounded towards us, Hosea 11. 8, 9. How shall I give thee up Ephraim? How shall I deliver thee up Israel? I cannot do it: I will not do it.
it was from his love, the-good pleasure of his Will, his Grace, the Riches of his Grace, wherein he hath abounded towards us, Hosea 11. 8, 9. How shall I give thee up Ephraim? How shall I deliver thee up Israel? I cannot do it: I will not do it.
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I will not execute the fierceness of mine anger, I will not destroy Ephraim. I will not execute the fierceness of mine anger, I will not destroy Ephraim.
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But why wilt thou be angry, Lord, why wilt thou not destroy Ephraim? Oh, sayes the Lord, Mine heart is turned within me;
But why wilt thou be angry, Lord, why wilt thou not destroy Ephraim? O, Says the Lord, Mine heart is turned within me;
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my heart sayes, Spare him, my Bowels say, Destroy him not.
my heart Says, Spare him, my Bowels say, Destroy him not.
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I am God, and not Man. I love him, and my love is the love of a God.I am God, and not Man. I love him, and my love is the love of a God.
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I have compassion on him, and my compassion is the pity of a God: I will bear with him, I am a God of Patience:
I have compassion on him, and my compassion is the pity of a God: I will bear with him, I am a God of Patience:
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Love is my nature, Pity, and Mercy, and Compassion are my nature:
Love is my nature, Pity, and Mercy, and Compassion Are my nature:
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I cannot destroy Ephraim, but I must deny mine own Nature, Love, and Pity, and Mercy,I cannot destroy Ephraim, but I must deny mine own Nature, Love, and Pity, and Mercy,
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and Goodness are essential to God:
and goodness Are essential to God:
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He can as soon cease to be God as to be Gracious, and this is the Fountain of all our Mercy;
He can as soon cease to be God as to be Gracious, and this is the Fountain of all our Mercy;
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Hence Christ sprung, hence the Gospel came, and all the Unsearchable Riches of Mercy, prepared for poor, lost, and undone creatures.
Hence christ sprung, hence the Gospel Come, and all the Unsearchable Riches of Mercy, prepared for poor, lost, and undone creatures.
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When you come to pray, fetch your Arguments hence: Plead with the Lord upon his own nature, his Natural Love, Grace and Goodness.
When you come to pray, fetch your Arguments hence: Plead with the Lord upon his own nature, his Natural Love, Grace and goodness.
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Thus we finde the Apostle Peter praying for the Christians to whom he wrote, 1 Pet. 5. 10. [ The God of all Grace ] make you perfect, stablish, strengthen, settle you.
Thus we find the Apostle Peter praying for the Christians to whom he wrote, 1 Pet. 5. 10. [ The God of all Grace ] make you perfect, establish, strengthen, settle you.
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Plead with the Lord in your Prayers, as the Psalmist pleades with himself in his Affliction, Psalm 77. 7, &c. Will the Lord cast off for ever,
Plead with the Lord in your Prayers, as the Psalmist pleads with himself in his Affliction, Psalm 77. 7, etc. Will the Lord cast off for ever,
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and will he be favourable no more? Is his Mercy clean gone for ever, hath God forgotten to be Gracious, hath he in anger shut up his tender Mercies? Is (his) Mercy clean gone? Hath (God) forgotton to be gracious? That men should be merciless;and will he be favourable no more? Is his Mercy clean gone for ever, hath God forgotten to be Gracious, hath he in anger shut up his tender mercies? Is (his) Mercy clean gone? Hath (God) forgotton to be gracious? That men should be merciless;
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that men should forget themselves, and their Friends in their low estate, is no such wonder But hath God, who is all Grace, all Mercy, all Pity, hath God forgotten? Doth Mercy cease to be merciful, Grace cease to be gracious;
that men should forget themselves, and their Friends in their low estate, is no such wonder But hath God, who is all Grace, all Mercy, all Pity, hath God forgotten? Does Mercy cease to be merciful, Grace cease to be gracious;
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do Compassions cease to be pitiful? Hath God not onely forgotten his servant, but forgotten himself? Remember thy self, Lord, thine own Heart, thine own Soul,
do Compassions cease to be pitiful? Hath God not only forgotten his servant, but forgotten himself? remember thy self, Lord, thine own Heart, thine own Soul,
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and according to it, remember me. 2. His glorious Name.
and according to it, Remember me. 2. His glorious Name.
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The Lords Nature is to be gracious, and according to his Nature such is his Name, Exod. 34. 6. The Lord, the Lord God merciful and gracious, long-suffering,The lords Nature is to be gracious, and according to his Nature such is his Name, Exod 34. 6. The Lord, the Lord God merciful and gracious, long-suffering,
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and abundant in goodness and truth.
and abundant in Goodness and truth.
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This is an Argument which the Lord puts into the mouths of his People, telling them, Ezek. 36. 21, 22. I had pity for my Holy Name;This is an Argument which the Lord puts into the mouths of his People, telling them, Ezekiel 36. 21, 22. I had pity for my Holy Name;
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this I do, not for your sakes, but for •y Holy Names sake.
this I do, not for your sakes, but for •y Holy Names sake.
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And upon this we find them frequently pleading with him, Psal. 31. 3. For thy Names sake lead me, and guide me.And upon this we find them frequently pleading with him, Psalm 31. 3. For thy Names sake led me, and guide me.
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Jer. 14. 21. Do not abhor us, for thy Names sake; do not disgrace the Throne of thy Glory, remember, break not thy Covenant with us. Go you and do likewise. Jer. 14. 21. Do not abhor us, for thy Names sake; do not disgrace the Throne of thy Glory, Remember, break not thy Covenant with us. Go you and doe likewise.
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2 On Christ. And there are four things from which you may plead with God upon this account.
2 On christ. And there Are four things from which you may plead with God upon this account.
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1 The Lords giving of Christ to you as your Lord, and your Saviour. Upon which gift you may call him your own.
1 The lords giving of christ to you as your Lord, and your Saviour. Upon which gift you may call him your own.
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2 The Purchase of Christ: who hath bought from the hands of the Father, all that you stand in need of:
2 The Purchase of christ: who hath bought from the hands of the Father, all that you stand in need of:
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He hath bought your Lives, 1 Cor. 6• Ye are bought with a price.
He hath bought your Lives, 1 Cor. 6• You Are bought with a price.
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He hath bought you a livelihood, hath purchased an Inheritance and Possession for you, 1 Pet. 1. 3 The Interest that Christ hath in the Father;
He hath bought you a livelihood, hath purchased an Inheritance and Possession for you, 1 Pet. 1. 3 The Interest that christ hath in the Father;
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being the Son of God, the Son of his Love, the Servant of God, in whom his soul delights, Isa. 4•. 1, Behold my Servant whom I have chosen, mine Elect, in whom my soul delighteth;
being the Son of God, the Son of his Love, the Servant of God, in whom his soul delights, Isaiah 4•. 1, Behold my Servant whom I have chosen, mine Elect, in whom my soul delights;
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whose Name is so precious, and powerful with the Father, that it will carry any suit, obtain any request, Job. 16. 23. Whatever you ask the Father in my Name, he will give it you.
whose Name is so precious, and powerful with the Father, that it will carry any suit, obtain any request, Job. 16. 23. Whatever you ask the Father in my Name, he will give it you.
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4 The Interest that you have in Christ. As he is precious to his Father, so you are precious to him;
4 The Interest that you have in christ. As he is precious to his Father, so you Are precious to him;
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as the Father can deny him nothing, so he can deny his nothing, John 14. 13, Whatsoever you shall ask the Father in my Name, I will do it.
as the Father can deny him nothing, so he can deny his nothing, John 14. 13, Whatsoever you shall ask the Father in my Name, I will do it.
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He gives you Commission to put his Name upon all your requests, and whatsoever prayer comes up with his Name upon it, he will procure it an answer.
He gives you Commission to put his Name upon all your requests, and whatsoever prayer comes up with his Name upon it, he will procure it an answer.
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Now when you are praying for any mercy, especially for any Soul-mercie, make use of all these arguments:
Now when you Are praying for any mercy, especially for any Soul-mercie, make use of all these Arguments:
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Lord, Hast thou given Christ unto me, and wilt thou not with him give me all things I stand in need of? Hast thou given me the Fountain,
Lord, Hast thou given christ unto me, and wilt thou not with him give me all things I stand in need of? Hast thou given me the Fountain,
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and wilt thou deny me the Stream? When I beg pardon of sin, when I beg power against sin,
and wilt thou deny me the Stream? When I beg pardon of since, when I beg power against since,
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when I beg Holiness, &c. Is not all this granted me, in thy gift of Christ to me? Is Christ mine,
when I beg Holiness, etc. Is not all this granted me, in thy gift of christ to me? Is christ mine,
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and is not his bloud mine, to procure my pardon? his Spirit mine, to subdue mine iniquities? Are these mine,
and is not his blood mine, to procure my pardon? his Spirit mine, to subdue mine iniquities? are these mine,
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and wilt thou with-hold them from me? Oh, shall this guilt lie upon me, these sins live in me, these losts rule over me,
and wilt thou withhold them from me? O, shall this guilt lie upon me, these Sins live in me, these losts Rule over me,
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when by giving me in hand that whereof thou hast already given me a grant, all this would be removed from me? Look, upon Christ, Lord;
when by giving me in hand that whereof thou hast already given me a grant, all this would be removed from me? Look, upon christ, Lord;
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Thou hast said to me, Look unto Jesue and give thy servant leave to say the same to thee, Look thou upon Jesus, and give out to me, what thou hast given me, in giving of him to me.
Thou hast said to me, Look unto Jesus and give thy servant leave to say the same to thee, Look thou upon jesus, and give out to me, what thou hast given me, in giving of him to me.
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Look upon the purchase of Christ;
Look upon the purchase of christ;
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Do I want any thing, or desire any thing, but what my Lord hath bought and paid for,
Do I want any thing, or desire any thing, but what my Lord hath bought and paid for,
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and thou hast accepted of the price? Look upon the Name of Christ, which thou mayest behold written upon every prayer I make;
and thou hast accepted of the price? Look upon the Name of christ, which thou Mayest behold written upon every prayer I make;
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Though thou mayest s•y, for thy own sake thou shalt have nothing, not a drop, not a crumb,
Though thou Mayest s•y, for thy own sake thou shalt have nothing, not a drop, not a crumb,
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yet wilt thou say, nor for his Name sake neither? Is not that Name still a mighty Name, a precious Name before the Lord? &c. By these hints you may learn,
yet wilt thou say, nor for his Name sake neither? Is not that Name still a mighty Name, a precious Name before the Lord? etc. By these hints you may Learn,
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how to plead with God from any other arguments, drawn from his promises, your experience, &c.
how to plead with God from any other Arguments, drawn from his promises, your experience, etc.
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Quest. But of what use is this our pleading with God? and in what stead doth it stand us, in order to our prevailing with him?Quest. But of what use is this our pleading with God? and in what stead does it stand us, in order to our prevailing with him?
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Ans. 1 It is not of use to change the purpose of God, to prevail with him to do that for us, which before he resolved not to do;Ans. 1 It is not of use to change the purpose of God, to prevail with him to do that for us, which before he resolved not to do;
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but to bring forth his purposes into performance.
but to bring forth his Purposes into performance.
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We may say concerning the purposes of God, what himself says concerning the accomplishing of his Promise, Ezek. 36. 37. Yet will I be euquired of by the House of Israel, to do this for them.
We may say Concerning the Purposes of God, what himself Says Concerning the accomplishing of his Promise, Ezekiel 36. 37. Yet will I be euquired of by the House of Israel, to do this for them.
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Such praying fetches out those mercies which were in the heart of God, and puts them into our hand.
Such praying Fetches out those Mercies which were in the heart of God, and puts them into our hand.
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2. By pleading with God for audience, we plead our selves into credence, or the more firm belief the Lord acceps and will answer.
2. By pleading with God for audience, we plead our selves into credence, or the more firm belief the Lord acceps and will answer.
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And if by all these Arguments, we can plead our selves into•a stronger faith, our faith will certainly bring us down a fuller answer.
And if by all these Arguments, we can plead our selves into•a Stronger faith, our faith will Certainly bring us down a fuller answer.
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Quest. 2. These Arguments the Saints may use In Prayer:Quest. 2. These Arguments the Saints may use In Prayer:
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but is there no plea for poor natural men, that are yet in their sins, to make use of? What may they say themselves,
but is there no plea for poor natural men, that Are yet in their Sins, to make use of? What may they say themselves,
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when they come before the Lord? Have you never a word to put in their mouths? They have more need of Arguments then any; What shall they say?
when they come before the Lord? Have you never a word to put in their mouths? They have more need of Arguments then any; What shall they say?
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Answ. 1. I shall premise, That its the duty of meer natural men to pray; For, 1. Prayer is a part of Gods Natural Worship.Answer 1. I shall premise, That its the duty of mere natural men to pray; For, 1. Prayer is a part of God's Natural Worship.
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If there were no positive Law requiring it, yet the Law of Nature enjoynes it,
If there were no positive Law requiring it, yet the Law of Nature enjoins it,
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and no man is exempted from the Obligation of the Law of Nature. 2. Otherwise it were none of their sin to neglect and restrain Prayer;
and no man is exempted from the Obligation of the Law of Nature. 2. Otherwise it were none of their since to neglect and restrain Prayer;
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where no Law is, there is no Transgression.
where no Law is, there is no Transgression.
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Now we finde in Scripture, that neglect of Prayer is reckoned up amongst wicked mens sins, Psal. 14. 3. 4. They are altogether become filthy, &c. they call not upon God.
Now we find in Scripture, that neglect of Prayer is reckoned up among wicked men's Sins, Psalm 14. 3. 4. They Are altogether become filthy, etc. they call not upon God.
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Sin, though it doth disable, yet it doth not disoblige to Duty.
since, though it does disable, yet it does not disoblige to Duty.
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Object. That which is usually objected against this is, God heareth not sinners; The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to the Lord: Object. That which is usually objected against this is, God hears not Sinners; The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to the Lord:
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Now, no man is bound to offer up to God an abominable thing; better offer up nothing, than an abomination.
Now, no man is bound to offer up to God an abominable thing; better offer up nothing, than an abomination.
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Sol. In answer to this, consider, There are two sorts of sinners, Resolved Sinners, and Returning Sinners; and accordingly there are two sorts of Prayers made by Sinners, 1. Dissembling prayers, mocking and lying Prayers, Hos. 11. 12. Ephraim compasseth me about with lyes; lying Sacrifices, lying Devotions;Sol. In answer to this, Consider, There Are two sorts of Sinners, Resolved Sinners, and Returning Sinners; and accordingly there Are two sorts of Prayers made by Sinners, 1. Dissembling Prayers, mocking and lying Prayers, Hos. 11. 12. Ephraim Compasseth me about with lies; lying Sacrifices, lying Devotions;
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makes as if he had a minde to know me, and serve me, when it is not in his heart;
makes as if he had a mind to know me, and serve me, when it is not in his heart;
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and such prayers are made use of, either as r•vail to hide and cover their wickedness,
and such Prayers Are made use of, either as r•vail to hide and cover their wickedness,
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and to make them appear to men to be righteous, or else as an Engine or Device, to quiet and pacifie their consciences in a course of sin.
and to make them appear to men to be righteous, or Else as an Engine or Device, to quiet and pacify their Consciences in a course of since.
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They make confessing of sin, to serve instead of forsaking of sin; praying, to serve instead of repenting;
They make confessing of since, to serve instead of forsaking of since; praying, to serve instead of repenting;
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their prayers help them to sin the more freely;
their Prayers help them to sin the more freely;
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They think they may go out with any thi•g, if when they have done iniquity, they do but pray for forgiveness;
They think they may go out with any thi•g, if when they have done iniquity, they do but pray for forgiveness;
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Such prayers are an abomination to God, and a desolation to sinners. Bring me no more vain Oblations, Incense is an abomination to me.
Such Prayers Are an abomination to God, and a desolation to Sinners. Bring me no more vain Oblations, Incense is an abomination to me.
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Sinners, not onely your wickedness, but your very prayers will undo you.
Sinners, not only your wickedness, but your very Prayers will undo you.
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If you make them a shelter for sin, your very prayers will be turned into sin.
If you make them a shelter for since, your very Prayers will be turned into since.
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2. Returning Prayers. When a Sinner, being struck with a sense of his sin, and of his necessity of changing his way,
2. Returning Prayers. When a Sinner, being struck with a sense of his since, and of his necessity of changing his Way,
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and of his utter inability to turne of himself, under the fears and troubles of his heart, goes to God,
and of his utter inability to turn of himself, under the fears and Troubles of his heart, Goes to God,
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and cryes out, Lord, what shall I do? I see I am in an evil case my soul is running on in sin,
and cries out, Lord, what shall I do? I see I am in an evil case my soul is running on in since,
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and they curse and wrath I behold running on upon me; Lord, save me; Lord, help me;
and they curse and wrath I behold running on upon me; Lord, save me; Lord, help me;
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Lord, pardon, Lord convert me, break me off from my sins, break me off from my sinful companions;
Lord, pardon, Lord convert me, break me off from my Sins, break me off from my sinful Sodales;
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I cannot get loose, my heart is too hard, my lusts are too strong, my Temptations are too many for me to overcome of my self;
I cannot get lose, my heart is too hard, my Lustiest Are too strong, my Temptations Are too many for me to overcome of my self;
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Lord help me, turn me and I shall be turned, pluck my foot out of the snare that I be not utterly destroyed:
Lord help me, turn me and I shall be turned, pluck my foot out of the snare that I be not utterly destroyed:
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forgive mine iniquity, make me a clean heart, make me thy childe, make me thy servant, that I may never again yield up my self a servant to sin;
forgive mine iniquity, make me a clean heart, make me thy child, make me thy servant, that I may never again yield up my self a servant to since;
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Such a prayer as this, if it be hearty and and in earnest;
Such a prayer as this, if it be hearty and and in earnest;
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if there be no promise of audience, yet at least there is an half promise; Who can tell? Or, it may be the Lord may hear.
if there be no promise of audience, yet At least there is an half promise; Who can tell? Or, it may be the Lord may hear.
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Though it cannot be properly said, the Lord doth accept, neither can any man say, he will reject it as an abominable thing: This being premised.
Though it cannot be properly said, the Lord does accept, neither can any man say, he will reject it as an abominable thing: This being premised.
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2. I answer to the question, That sinners, if they have but an• heart to it, have also a price in their hand;
2. I answer to the question, That Sinners, if they have but an• heart to it, have also a price in their hand;
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God hath put arguments into their mouths also, to plead with him for mercy. As, 1. The grace of God, or his gracious Nature; his readiness to shew mercy;
God hath put Arguments into their mouths also, to plead with him for mercy. As, 1. The grace of God, or his gracious Nature; his readiness to show mercy;
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this even strangers may lay hold upon.
this even Strangers may lay hold upon.
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Benhadad's encouragement to beg his life of the King of Israel, may be the sinners plea in the begging of his.Benhadad's encouragement to beg his life of the King of Israel, may be the Sinners plea in the begging of his.
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We have heard that the Kings of Israel are merciful Kings; Go Sinner to the Lord,We have herd that the Kings of Israel Are merciful Kings; Go Sinner to the Lord,
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and speak thus in his ears; Lord I have heard that the King of Glory is a merciful King;
and speak thus in his ears; Lord I have herd that the King of Glory is a merciful King;
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Thy name is the Lord, merciful and gracious, and thy Nature is according to thy Name;
Thy name is the Lord, merciful and gracious, and thy Nature is according to thy Name;
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It is thy Nature to pity, and in thy heart there is plenteous compassion; Oh, I am a miserable creature, a poor, undone, helpless wretch;
It is thy Nature to pity, and in thy heart there is plenteous compassion; O, I am a miserable creature, a poor, undone, helpless wretch;
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do for me according to thy Nature; do for me according to thy Name; will the God of mercy send away such a wretch that comes for mercy;
do for me according to thy Nature; do for me according to thy Name; will the God of mercy send away such a wretch that comes for mercy;
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will the God of Grace send me away without Grace? The God of Mercy hear me, the God of Grace grant me to find grace in his eyes.
will the God of Grace send me away without Grace? The God of Mercy hear me, the God of Grace grant me to find grace in his eyes.
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2 Gods Call, or gracious Invitation, Isa. 55. Ho, (every one) that thirsteth, come to the Waters,
2 God's Call, or gracious Invitation, Isaiah 55. Ho, (every one) that Thirsteth, come to the Waters,
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and he that hath no Money, come ye, buy and eat: buy Wine, and Milk, without Money and without •rice.
and he that hath no Money, come you, buy and eat: buy Wine, and Milk, without Money and without •rice.
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Look unto me, and be ye saved, all the ends of the Earth.
Look unto me, and be you saved, all the ends of the Earth.
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Come unto me all that are weary and heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Come unto me all that Are weary and heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
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Rise sinner, he calleth thee: Go to the Lord, and when thou goest, tell him, Lord, thou hast bid me come, and behold here I am;
Rise sinner, he calls thee: Go to the Lord, and when thou goest, tell him, Lord, thou hast bid me come, and behold Here I am;
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I come Lord at thy Word, I come for a little Water, I come for thy Wine and thy Milk, I have brought no price in my hand,I come Lord At thy Word, I come for a little Water, I come for thy Wine and thy Milk, I have brought no price in my hand,
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but thou hast bid ▪ me come, and buy without Money and without Price. Though I have no grace, yet behold at thy word I come for Grace;
but thou hast bid ▪ me come, and buy without Money and without Price. Though I have no grace, yet behold At thy word I come for Grace;
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though I have no Christ, yet I come for Christ; though I cannot call thee Father, yet being called, I come to thee as Fatherless;
though I have no christ, yet I come for christ; though I cannot call thee Father, yet being called, I come to thee as Fatherless;
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With thee the Fatherless shall finde mercy. With thee the Fatherless shall find mercy.
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And is it only those that want the Fathers of their Flesh? is it not also those that want the Father of Spirits? Shall earthly Orphans find pity,
And is it only those that want the Father's of their Flesh? is it not also those that want the Father of Spirits? Shall earthly Orphans find pity,
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and onely Spiritual Orphans be left Orphans? If I am not thy child, may I not be made thy Child? Hast thou not a childs Blessing left yet to bestow upon me? Thou hast bid me come, come for a Blessing, bless me, even me also, O Lord.
and only Spiritual Orphans be left Orphans? If I am not thy child, may I not be made thy Child? Hast thou not a child's Blessing left yet to bestow upon me? Thou hast bid me come, come for a Blessing, bless me, even me also, Oh Lord.
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Wherefore hast thou sent for me? Shall I be sent away as I came? I come at thy word, do not say again, be gone, be gone out of my fight;
Wherefore hast thou sent for me? Shall I be sent away as I Come? I come At thy word, do not say again, be gone, be gone out of my fight;
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I cannot go at thy Word; I will not go; for, Whither shall I go from thee? Thou hast the Words of Eternal life. I cannot go At thy Word; I will not go; for, Whither shall I go from thee? Thou hast the Words of Eternal life.
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Since thou wilt have me speak; Lord answer;
Since thou wilt have me speak; Lord answer;
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Though I dare not say, Be just to me a Saint, yet I do say, I will say, I must say, Lord be merciful to me a sinner.
Though I Dare not say, Be just to me a Saint, yet I do say, I will say, I must say, Lord be merciful to me a sinner.
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3. Christ. And there are two things in Christ, upon which sinners may plead with God.
3. christ. And there Are two things in christ, upon which Sinners may plead with God.
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1. His Sufficiency. There is enough in Christ, in his obedience and death, to save the worst of sinners, to save the whole World of Sinners, There is a fulnesse in Christ, Col. 1. 19. It pleased the Father, that in him should all fulnesse dwell.
1. His Sufficiency. There is enough in christ, in his Obedience and death, to save the worst of Sinners, to save the Whole World of Sinners, There is a fullness in christ, Col. 1. 19. It pleased the Father, that in him should all fullness dwell.
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There is a fulnesse of Merit to obtain pardon, to make reconciliation for whoever comes; a fulnesse of the Spirit to Sanctifie, and cleanse them from their sins;
There is a fullness of Merit to obtain pardon, to make reconciliation for whoever comes; a fullness of the Spirit to Sanctify, and cleanse them from their Sins;
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He's able to save unto the uttermost, all those that come unto God by him. From this, Sinners may reason thus with the Lord.He's able to save unto the uttermost, all those that come unto God by him. From this, Sinners may reason thus with the Lord.
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O Lord, I do not come to beg that of thee, that cannot be had; Thou hast enough by thee;
O Lord, I do not come to beg that of thee, that cannot be had; Thou hast enough by thee;
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Look upon Jesus that sits at thy right hand, 〈 ◊ 〉 there not Righteousnesse enough in him, to answer for all my u•righteousnesse:
Look upon jesus that sits At thy right hand, 〈 ◊ 〉 there not Righteousness enough in him, to answer for all my u•righteousnesse:
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Are there not riches enough in him, to supply my povertie? Oh, shall I die for want of a pardon,
are there not riches enough in him, to supply my poverty? O, shall I die for want of a pardon,
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when there is such blood continually before thee, pleading for pardon!
when there is such blood continually before thee, pleading for pardon!
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Oh, shall I lie down in my own vomit, and wallow in the mire of my filthie lusts,
O, shall I lie down in my own vomit, and wallow in the mire of my filthy Lustiest,
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when there is such a Fountain by thee, that's still open for sin and for uncleannesse!
when there is such a Fountain by thee, that's still open for since and for uncleanness!
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Oh sprinkle me with this blood. O wash me in this Fountain. Hear Lord, send me not away without an Almes, when hast it by thee.
O sprinkle me with this blood. O wash me in this Fountain. Hear Lord, send me not away without an Alms, when haste it by thee.
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2. His Office: which is to bring sinners to God, to make reconciliation for sinners, to make intercession for Transgressors, Isa. 53. Psal. 68. 18. Thou hast received gifts for men,
2. His Office: which is to bring Sinners to God, to make reconciliation for Sinners, to make Intercession for Transgressors, Isaiah 53. Psalm 68. 18. Thou hast received Gifts for men,
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yea even for the rebellious also. What a strange and mighty Plea is here for poor sinners!yea even for the rebellious also. What a strange and mighty Plea is Here for poor Sinners!
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Oh, it is true Lord, I am a Transgressor, and have been from the Womb: I have played the Traytor, and been a Rebel against thee all my dayes:
O, it is true Lord, I am a Transgressor, and have been from the Womb: I have played the Traitor, and been a Rebel against thee all my days:
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But is there none in Heaven that will i•tercede for a Transgressor? Hath the Lord Jesus received no gift for this poor Rebel, that falls down before thee? Though I am a Rebel, Lord,
But is there none in Heaven that will i•tercede for a Transgressor? Hath the Lord jesus received no gift for this poor Rebel, that falls down before thee? Though I am a Rebel, Lord,
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yet I am a returning Rebel:
yet I am a returning Rebel:
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Though I am a Rebel, yet let me recieve a Rebels gift, not a Rebels reward, Lord, that would be dreadful,
Though I am a Rebel, yet let me receive a Rebels gift, not a Rebels reward, Lord, that would be dreadful,
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but some of those gifts which Christ received for the Rebellious.
but Some of those Gifts which christ received for the Rebellious.
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Doth Christ make intercession for Transgressors, and shall not he be heard? If thou wilt not hear me who am a sinner,
Does christ make Intercession for Transgressors, and shall not he be herd? If thou wilt not hear me who am a sinner,
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yet wilt thou not hear him that speaks for sinners, whose blood speaks, whose bowels speak, whose spirit speaks? Doth he speak for sinners,
yet wilt thou not hear him that speaks for Sinners, whose blood speaks, whose bowels speak, whose Spirit speaks? Does he speak for Sinners,
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and yet not for me?
and yet not for me?
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4. Their own necessity; Sinners are necessitous Creatures, they have nothing of value left them, In the fulnesse of their sufficiency they are in straits;
4. Their own necessity; Sinners Are necessitous Creatures, they have nothing of valve left them, In the fullness of their sufficiency they Are in straits;
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As a sinner of an hundred years is but a child, so a sinner of thousands by the year is but a beggar; poor, miserable, blind, and naked:
As a sinner of an hundred Years is but a child, so a sinner of thousands by the year is but a beggar; poor, miserable, blind, and naked:
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He can want nothing, and yet doth want every thing that is good; Sinne hath stript him to the skin:
He can want nothing, and yet does want every thing that is good; Sin hath stripped him to the skin:
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stab•d him to the heart, the iron hath entred into his Soul, it hath left him nothing but wounds, and bruises, and putrifying sores:
stab•d him to the heart, the iron hath entered into his Soul, it hath left him nothing but wounds, and bruises, and Putrifying sores:
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Is this thy case, sinner, and hast thou nothing to say? Spread thy wants and necessities before the Lord,
Is this thy case, sinner, and hast thou nothing to say? Spread thy Wants and necessities before the Lord,
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and let these speak for thee:
and let these speak for thee:
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Learn of Beggars that come to thy door, who if they have ever a sore or malady about them, a blinde eye, a lame leg, a burnt hand, a broken arm, that they will be sure to open, to move pity and procure an Alms. Their pinching hunger, their parching thirst, their naked backs, their cold lodging, thy door shall be sure to ring of:
Learn of Beggars that come to thy door, who if they have ever a soar or malady about them, a blind eye, a lame leg, a burned hand, a broken arm, that they will be sure to open, to move pity and procure an Alms. Their pinching hunger, their parching thirst, their naked backs, their cold lodging, thy door shall be sure to ring of:
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Never a pe•ny in my purse, never a morsel of bread have I had for this long time;
Never a pe•ny in my purse, never a morsel of bred have I had for this long time;
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their necessity will both make them to speak, and help them to speak.
their necessity will both make them to speak, and help them to speak.
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Sinner, spread thy necessities before the Lord, spread thy wants, open thy wounds and thy sores, tell him how desperately sad thy case is, tell him of the guilt that is upon thy head, the curse that is on thy back, the plague that is in thy heart:
Sinner, spread thy necessities before the Lord, spread thy Wants, open thy wounds and thy sores, tell him how desperately sad thy case is, tell him of the guilt that is upon thy head, the curse that is on thy back, the plague that is in thy heart:
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God of Bowels look hither, behold what a poor, blind, dead, hardned, unclean, guilty creature, what a naked, empty, helplesse creature I am:
God of Bowels look hither, behold what a poor, blind, dead, hardened, unclean, guilty creature, what a naked, empty, helpless creature I am:
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Look upon my sin and my misery, and let thine eye affect thine heart:
Look upon my since and my misery, and let thine eye affect thine heart:
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One deep calls to another, a deep of Misery cries out to a deep of Mercy.One deep calls to Another, a deep of Misery cries out to a deep of Mercy.
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Oh my very sins, which cry so loud against me, speak also for me. My misery speaks, my curses, the woe and the wrath that lies upon me;
O my very Sins, which cry so loud against me, speak also for me. My misery speaks, my curses, the woe and the wrath that lies upon me;
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my bones speak, my perishing Soul speaks, and all cry in thine ears, Help Lord, God of pity help, help and heal me, help and save me:
my bones speak, my perishing Soul speaks, and all cry in thine ears, Help Lord, God of pity help, help and heal me, help and save me:
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Come unto me, for I am a sinful man, O Lord: Come unto me, for I am a sinful man, Oh Lord:
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I dare not say as once it was said, Depart from me, for I am a sinful man.
I Dare not say as once it was said, Depart from me, for I am a sinful man.
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Come Lord, for I am a sinful man. Thou couldst never come where is more need;
Come Lord, for I am a sinful man. Thou Couldst never come where is more need;
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Who have need of the Physitian but the sick? Come Lord;
Who have need of the physician but the sick? Come Lord;
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I have too often said Depart from me, but if thou wilt not say, Depart, to me, I hope I shall never again say, Depart, to thee;
I have too often said Depart from me, but if thou wilt not say, Depart, to me, I hope I shall never again say, Depart, to thee;
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My misery saith come, my wants say come ▪ my guilt and my sins say come, and my soul saith come;
My misery Says come, my Wants say come ▪ my guilt and my Sins say come, and my soul Says come;
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Come and pardon, come and convert, come and teach, come and sanctifie, come and save me; Even so come Lord Jesus.
Come and pardon, come and convert, come and teach, come and sanctify, come and save me; Even so come Lord jesus.
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Thus you have the sinners plea.
Thus you have the Sinners plea.
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Poor Sinner ▪ Art thou willing to return from thy sins, fear not to go to thy God.
Poor Sinner ▪ Art thou willing to return from thy Sins, Fear not to go to thy God.
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Take thee some such words as these, and go and tell the Lord, that one of his poor Ambassadors told thee from him, that he expects thee before the Throne of Grace,
Take thee Some such words as these, and go and tell the Lord, that one of his poor ambassadors told thee from him, that he expects thee before the Throne of Grace,
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and is ready if it be not thine own fault, to grant thee mercy.
and is ready if it be not thine own fault, to grant thee mercy.
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Go, and the Lord help thee, give thee thy hearts desire, and fulfil all thy mind,
Go, and the Lord help thee, give thee thy hearts desire, and fulfil all thy mind,
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and for thy encouragement take along with thee this Scripture, Isa. 55. 6. Seek ye the Lord while he may be found, call ye upon him while he is near;
and for thy encouragement take along with thee this Scripture, Isaiah 55. 6. Seek you the Lord while he may be found, call you upon him while he is near;
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Let the wicked forsake his way, and the unrighteous man his thoughts, and let him return unto the Lord,
Let the wicked forsake his Way, and the unrighteous man his thoughts, and let him return unto the Lord,
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and he will have mercy upon him, and to our God, for be will abandantly pardon. and he will have mercy upon him, and to our God, for be will abandantly pardon.
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4. Pray in Faith, James 1. 6. But let him ask in Faith. You will here enquire;
4. Pray in Faith, James 1. 6. But let him ask in Faith. You will Here inquire;
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What Faith is it that is necessary to our prevailing in prayer? I answer;
What Faith is it that is necessary to our prevailing in prayer? I answer;
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Not onely the Faith mentioned by the Apostle, Heb. 11. 6. He that cemeth to God must believe that God is;
Not only the Faith mentioned by the Apostle, Hebrew 11. 6. He that cemeth to God must believe that God is;
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Nor onely a perswasion that he is able to performe our petitions, or that he is ready to answer those that seek him aright,
Nor only a persuasion that he is able to perform our petitions, or that he is ready to answer those that seek him aright,
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nor onely a perswasion concerning prayer, that this is Gods Ordinance, appointed by him as a means whereby we may obtain mercy from him:
nor only a persuasion Concerning prayer, that this is God's Ordinance, appointed by him as a means whereby we may obtain mercy from him:
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Though all this be included in it, yet this is not all.
Though all this be included in it, yet this is not all.
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The same faith is necessary to the acceptance of our prayers, which is required to the acceptance of our persons, That faith which gives a person interest in Christ, will alone procure the acceptance of his prayers.
The same faith is necessary to the acceptance of our Prayers, which is required to the acceptance of our Persons, That faith which gives a person Interest in christ, will alone procure the acceptance of his Prayers.
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Now this faith puts forth in prayer a three-fold Act.
Now this faith puts forth in prayer a threefold Act.
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1. It presents and offers up the prayer in the Name of Christ, Heb. 11. 4. By faith Abel offered his Sacrifice. Faith carries our Prayers to our Mediator, the great Master of Requests, for his hand to be put to them, without which they will not be regarded;
1. It presents and offers up the prayer in the Name of christ, Hebrew 11. 4. By faith Abel offered his Sacrifice. Faith carries our Prayers to our Mediator, the great Master of Requests, for his hand to be put to them, without which they will not be regarded;
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yea, it puts them into his hand, it saies unto Christ, Lord Jesus, take thou this prayer, what infirmities there are in it, do thou cover;
yea, it puts them into his hand, it Says unto christ, Lord jesus, take thou this prayer, what infirmities there Are in it, do thou cover;
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what sinnes thou findest in them, do thou hide ▪ Mingle thy blood with my Sacrifice, let thine incense ascend with my offering,
what Sins thou Findest in them, do thou hide ▪ Mingle thy blood with my Sacrifice, let thine incense ascend with my offering,
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and thus let it be carried before the Throne of Grace, where that it may speak for me, let thy blood speak for it.
and thus let it be carried before the Throne of Grace, where that it may speak for me, let thy blood speak for it.
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2. It depends and relies upon God through Christ for acceptance and performance.
2. It depends and relies upon God through christ for acceptance and performance.
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It eyes and leans upon the Promise of God, which in Christ is Yea and Amen; and setting to its seal, that God is true, upon this it stayes it self.
It eyes and leans upon the Promise of God, which in christ is Yea and Amen; and setting to its seal, that God is true, upon this it stays it self.
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3. It works the heart to a confidence, or a confident perswasion, that God for Christs sake will hear and answer, 1 John 5. 14. This is the confidence that we have in him, that if we ask any thing according to his will, he heareth us:
3. It works the heart to a confidence, or a confident persuasion, that God for Christ sake will hear and answer, 1 John 5. 14. This is the confidence that we have in him, that if we ask any thing according to his will, he hears us:
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But here consider that this confident perswasion, that God doth hear and accept us, however it ar gues an higher degree of Faith,
But Here Consider that this confident persuasion, that God does hear and accept us, however it Are gues an higher degree of Faith,
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and brings in much Peace and Comfort to the heart;
and brings in much Peace and Comfort to the heart;
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and if it be well grounded, is a good Argument that the Lord intends to fulfil our desires;
and if it be well grounded, is a good Argument that the Lord intends to fulfil our Desires;
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yet is it not so necessary to the acceptance of our Prayers, but that they may be heard where this is wanting.
yet is it not so necessary to the acceptance of our Prayers, but that they may be herd where this is wanting.
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If the former Acts have been put forth;
If the former Acts have been put forth;
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if there hath been a presenting them in the hands of our Mediatour, joyned with some little staying of our hearts upon the Promise;
if there hath been a presenting them in the hands of our Mediator, joined with Some little staying of our hearts upon the Promise;
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though there be a great fear upon the spirit, that God doth not regard them, yet for all this they may not be rejected.
though there be a great Fear upon the Spirit, that God does not regard them, yet for all this they may not be rejected.
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I fear, saith a doubting Saint, I fear the Lord will not hear me, nor regard my prayers;
I Fear, Says a doubting Saint, I Fear the Lord will not hear me, nor regard my Prayers;
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there is so much sin in them, so many weaknesses, wandrings, distr•sts, distractions, that I much doubt whether the Holy God will ever have respect to them;
there is so much since in them, so many Weaknesses, wanderings, distr•sts, distractions, that I much doubt whither the Holy God will ever have respect to them;
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but such as they are, there I leave them, in the hands of my Advocate; I leave mine Offering on the Altar;
but such as they Are, there I leave them, in the hands of my Advocate; I leave mine Offering on the Altar;
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as poor as it is, it is the best I have;
as poor as it is, it is the best I have;
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and though I much question, whether it will be accepted, yet there I leave it, waiting what answer the Lord will give.
and though I much question, whither it will be accepted, yet there I leave it, waiting what answer the Lord will give.
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I doubt not but such a Prayer will be heard, and my ground is this,
I doubt not but such a Prayer will be herd, and my ground is this,
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as it is the justification or acceptance of our persons, so it is in the acceptance of our duties;
as it is the justification or acceptance of our Persons, so it is in the acceptance of our duties;
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〈 … 〉 our person, will doubt less justifie our prayers, and that weakness or wavering, which will not hinder the one, will neither h•nder the other.
〈 … 〉 our person, will doubt less justify our Prayers, and that weakness or wavering, which will not hinder the one, will neither h•nder the other.
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Now it is universally granted, that our persons may be justified, even when we are strongly perswaded of the contrary; and:
Now it is universally granted, that our Persons may be justified, even when we Are strongly persuaded of the contrary; and:
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know no reason why the like must not be granted concerning our prayers.
know no reason why the like must not be granted Concerning our Prayers.
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I note this the rather, for the support and comfort of many of the poor weakling servants of Christ,
I note this the rather, for the support and Comfort of many of the poor weakling Servants of christ,
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or such as are in a troubled or deserted estate;
or such as Are in a troubled or deserted estate;
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who, after they have sign'd out their broken prayers, because their own misgiving hearts return them a negative answer, conclude that God doth so too:
who, After they have signed out their broken Prayers, Because their own misgiving hearts return them a negative answer, conclude that God does so too:
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my prayers are lost, the Lord doth not regard them: Why, how can you tell God doth not regard them? How can I tell, why, I cannot believe;
my Prayers Are lost, the Lord does not regard them: Why, how can you tell God does not regard them? How can I tell, why, I cannot believe;
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the Lord will hear none but the P•ayers of Faith, and I cannot believe; I cannot be perswaded that God doth hear.
the Lord will hear none but the P•ayers of Faith, and I cannot believe; I cannot be persuaded that God does hear.
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But by what hath been said you may perceive your ••istake;
But by what hath been said you may perceive your ••istake;
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you cannot be perswaded that God hears you, therefore you do not believe? Why, you may even then believe when you want this perswasion:
you cannot be persuaded that God hears you, Therefore you do not believe? Why, you may even then believe when you want this persuasion:
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Have you offered up your Prayers in the Name of Christ? Have you committed them to his hand, to present them to his Father,
Have you offered up your Prayers in the Name of christ? Have you committed them to his hand, to present them to his Father,
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and leaving them with him, and adventuring them upon his Interest, can you now but wait what answer the Lord will give? This is that ▪ Faith which will secure your Prayers from being lost.
and leaving them with him, and adventuring them upon his Interest, can you now but wait what answer the Lord will give? This is that ▪ Faith which will secure your Prayers from being lost.
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Having thus in brief shewed you what it is to pray in Faith, what remains,
Having thus in brief showed you what it is to pray in Faith, what remains,
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but that you practice accordingly, study the Attributes of God, his Power, Goodness, Mercy and Truth:
but that you practice accordingly, study the Attributes of God, his Power, goodness, Mercy and Truth:
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Study Christ, his Office, Interest, Sufficiency, and Faithfulness, study the Promises and the stability of them;
Study christ, his Office, Interest, Sufficiency, and Faithfulness, study the Promises and the stability of them;
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let your faith set its seal to all this, that God is good, merciful, mighty, and true:
let your faith Set its seal to all this, that God is good, merciful, mighty, and true:
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that Christ will be faithful in his Office, that his Name is mighty with the Father, that the Promises of God are in him, Yea and Amen.
that christ will be faithful in his Office, that his Name is mighty with the Father, that the Promises of God Are in him, Yea and Amen.
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Strengthen your selves here, and so go before the Lord:
Strengthen your selves Here, and so go before the Lord:
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let God be in your heart, Christ be in your hand, the Promise in your eye,
let God be in your heart, christ be in your hand, the Promise in your eye,
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when ever there is a Prayer in your mouth.
when ever there is a Prayer in your Mouth.
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Let your Prayer be so presented, your dependance be so settled, and your confidence, as much as may be, so raised;
Let your Prayer be so presented, your dependence be so settled, and your confidence, as much as may be, so raised;
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as before you have been directed;
as before you have been directed;
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or whether you can attain to this confience or no, yet do not fail of such dependance,
or whither you can attain to this confience or no, yet do not fail of such dependence,
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and then see, what a rich return your prayers will sooner or later bring down upon you:
and then see, what a rich return your Prayers will sooner or later bring down upon you:
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But he that will pray without thus believing, let not that man think to receive any thing of the Lord;
But he that will pray without thus believing, let not that man think to receive any thing of the Lord;
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and if he doth get nothing, let him not lay the blame on Prayer, as if this were an empty useless thing, but on his unbelief.
and if he does get nothing, let him not lay the blame on Prayer, as if this were an empty useless thing, but on his unbelief.
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The answer, which God gives to Prayer is alwayes this, Be it unto thee according to thy Faith:
The answer, which God gives to Prayer is always this, Be it unto thee according to thy Faith:
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And in this is included, Be it unto thee according to thy unbelief. This is the first means or help to a godly life, Prayer.
And in this is included, Be it unto thee according to thy unbelief. This is the First means or help to a godly life, Prayer.
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THe second special Duty I shall direct you in, is holy Meditation. And touching this, my purpose is not to insist upon the general nature of it,
THe second special Duty I shall Direct you in, is holy Meditation. And touching this, my purpose is not to insist upon the general nature of it,
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but onely to give you some directions for your putting it in practice.
but only to give you Some directions for your putting it in practice.
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The directions which I shall give, shall be such as concern, 1. The matter of it. 2. The Method.
The directions which I shall give, shall be such as concern, 1. The matter of it. 2. The Method.
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Concerning the former, I shall reduce the chief matters to be ordinarily meditated on to seven heads;
Concerning the former, I shall reduce the chief matters to be ordinarily meditated on to seven Heads;
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which, as I shall afterwards advise may save an Head for a day, and so in every week you may go over the whole.
which, as I shall afterwards Advice may save an Head for a day, and so in every Week you may go over the Whole.
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I. Head concerning God.
I Head Concerning God.
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BEgin with him who is the beginning of all things, in whom we have our being;
BEgin with him who is the beginning of all things, in whom we have our being;
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in whose nature, as well as his will, is the very foundation of Religion.
in whose nature, as well as his will, is the very Foundation of Religion.
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In the spiritual nature of God, is the reason of our spiritual worship, his wisdom is the reason of our submission to him, his power of our dependance on him, his holinesse of our conformity to him, his justice of our fear, his goodnesse of our love, his truth of our trust, his grace of our prayers, his glory of our praiser.
In the spiritual nature of God, is the reason of our spiritual worship, his Wisdom is the reason of our submission to him, his power of our dependence on him, his holiness of our conformity to him, his Justice of our Fear, his Goodness of our love, his truth of our trust, his grace of our Prayers, his glory of our praiser.
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Now there are two things especially (that I may contract all into as narrow a room as possible) which you may pitch your thoughts,
Now there Are two things especially (that I may contract all into as narrow a room as possible) which you may pitch your thoughts,
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and exercise your meditations upon concerning God; Namely his Dreadfulnesse. Goodness•.
and exercise your meditations upon Concerning God; Namely his Dreadfulness. Goodness•.
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Direct. 1. In order to the bringing you to a due apprehension, and sense of the dreadfulness of God;Direct. 1. In order to the bringing you to a due apprehension, and sense of the dreadfulness of God;
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set before your eyes, what the Scriptures speak of the Majesty, Glory, Omnipoten••, Omniscience, Holiness, Severity, and Righteousness of God.
Set before your eyes, what the Scriptures speak of the Majesty, Glory, Omnipoten••, Omniscience, Holiness, Severity, and Righteousness of God.
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The Scriptures speak of the Name of God, as a fearful Name, Deut. 28. 58. That thou mayest fear this glorious and fearful Name, [ the Lord thy God.
The Scriptures speak of the Name of God, as a fearful Name, Deuteronomy 28. 58. That thou Mayest Fear this glorious and fearful Name, [ the Lord thy God.
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] And this dreadfulness of God, is set forth,
] And this dreadfulness of God, is Set forth,
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1 By the greatness of his power, Jer. 5. 22. Fear ye not me, saith the Lord, Will ye not tremble at my presence? Luk. 12. 5.
1 By the greatness of his power, Jer. 5. 22. fear you not me, Says the Lord, Will you not tremble At my presence? Luk. 12. 5.
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2 By the immensity of his Nature, Psal. 139, 7. Whither shall I go from thy Spirit? Whither shall I flee from thy presence?
2 By the immensity of his Nature, Psalm 139, 7. Whither shall I go from thy Spirit? Whither shall I flee from thy presence?
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3 By the Glory of his Holiness, Exod. 15. 11. Who is like unto thee, O Lord, who art glorious in Holiness, fearful in Praises, doing Wonders.
3 By the Glory of his Holiness, Exod 15. 11. Who is like unto thee, Oh Lord, who art glorious in Holiness, fearful in Praises, doing Wonders.
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4 By his Justice and Severity, Hebrews 10. 31. It is a fearful thing to fall into the hands of the Living God.
4 By his justice and Severity, Hebrews 10. 31. It is a fearful thing to fallen into the hands of the Living God.
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Heb. 12. 29. For our God is a consuming Fire.Hebrew 12. 29. For our God is a consuming Fire.
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Direct. 2. That you may understand, and be duly affected with the goodness of God, confider what the Scripture speaks concerning his All-sufficiency, loving Kindness, Mercie, Faithfulness, Patience, &c. Gen. 15. 1. Fear not Abraham, I am thy Shield, and thy exceeding great Reward, Psal. 36. 7, 8, 9. Thy mercie, O Lord, is in the Heavens, Direct. 2. That you may understand, and be duly affected with the Goodness of God, confider what the Scripture speaks Concerning his All-sufficiency, loving Kindness, Mercy, Faithfulness, Patience, etc. Gen. 15. 1. fear not Abraham, I am thy Shield, and thy exceeding great Reward, Psalm 36. 7, 8, 9. Thy mercy, Oh Lord, is in the Heavens,
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and thy Faithfulness reacheth unto the Clouds.
and thy Faithfulness reaches unto the Clouds.
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How excellent is thy loving Kindness, O God, therefore the Children of Men put their •ust in •hee.
How excellent is thy loving Kindness, Oh God, Therefore the Children of Men put their •ust in •hee.
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They shall be abundantly satisfied with thy fatness, for with thee is the Fountain of Life, in thy Light, we shall see Light, Psal. 10. 5. For his anger endureth but a moment;They shall be abundantly satisfied with thy fatness, for with thee is the Fountain of Life, in thy Light, we shall see Light, Psalm 10. 5. For his anger Endureth but a moment;
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in his favour is Life, Psal. 73. 26. My flesh and my heart faileth, but God is the strength of my heart,
in his favour is Life, Psalm 73. 26. My Flesh and my heart Faileth, but God is the strength of my heart,
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and my portion for ever, Psal. 91. 4. He shall cover thee with his feathers,
and my portion for ever, Psalm 91. 4. He shall cover thee with his Feathers,
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and under his wings shalt thou trust, his Truth shall be thy Shield and Buckler, Psal. 84. 11. The Lord God is a Sun and a Shield.
and under his wings shalt thou trust, his Truth shall be thy Shield and Buckler, Psalm 84. 11. The Lord God is a Sun and a Shield.
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These Scriptures set forth the Lord, as a sufficient portion, wherein his people may be happy, These Scriptures Set forth the Lord, as a sufficient portion, wherein his people may be happy,
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and a sure refuge, wherein they may be safe. He is a Fountain of Light, Life, Joy, Rest, Peace, Everlasting blessedness, and Everlasting safety.
and a sure refuge, wherein they may be safe. He is a Fountain of Light, Life, Joy, Rest, Peace, Everlasting blessedness, and Everlasting safety.
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He is the inheritance of the Saints, wherein they shall be satisfied; and their defence, wherein they shall be safe for ever. He is the inheritance of the Saints, wherein they shall be satisfied; and their defence, wherein they shall be safe for ever.
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Direct. 3. Ask thy heart these Questions.Direct. 3. Ask thy heart these Questions.
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Quest. 1. Is not this God worthy to be feared, believed in, and chosen for my portion and trust?Quest. 1. Is not this God worthy to be feared, believed in, and chosen for my portion and trust?
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Some chuse riches for their portion, some pleasures, some put their trust in worldly friends;
some choose riches for their portion, Some pleasures, Some put their trust in worldly Friends;
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but will it not be well with me, if I can bring my heart to chuse,
but will it not be well with me, if I can bring my heart to choose,
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and can obtain the Lord to be my friend, my refuge and my portion? Quest. 2. Is it not good for me to draw nigh unto God?
and can obtain the Lord to be my friend, my refuge and my portion? Quest. 2. Is it not good for me to draw High unto God?
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To get acquaintance and intimacie with God, to dwell in his Presence, and to live in the light of his Countenance;
To get acquaintance and intimacy with God, to dwell in his Presence, and to live in the Light of his Countenance;
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is there any life so full of true pleasure, and satisfying delight, as to enjoy and behold the Face of God in Righteousness?
is there any life so full of true pleasure, and satisfying delight, as to enjoy and behold the Face of God in Righteousness?
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Quest. 3. Is the Lord mine?Quest. 3. Is the Lord mine?
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Is he reconciled to me, is his love and mercie made sure to me? Some are confident the Lord is theirs, but they are mistaken.
Is he reconciled to me, is his love and mercy made sure to me? some Are confident the Lord is theirs, but they Are mistaken.
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Am not I mistaken? Is the Lord mine indeed? My God and my Portion,
Am not I mistaken? Is the Lord mine indeed? My God and my Portion,
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and my Friend indeed? If he be not, then, Quest. 4. How may I obtain the Lord to be mine?
and my Friend indeed? If he be not, then, Quest. 4. How may I obtain the Lord to be mine?
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What pains should I refuse? What course should I count too hard? what price too great to lay out for such an inheritance? Oh,
What pains should I refuse? What course should I count too hard? what price too great to lay out for such an inheritance? O,
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how happily were I provided for, what a sufficiency had I laid up for me, for my body, for my soul, for this life, for everlasting;
how happily were I provided for, what a sufficiency had I laid up for me, for my body, for my soul, for this life, for everlasting;
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were the Lord once sure to me? What shall I do to obtain him? if he be mine, then,
were the Lord once sure to me? What shall I do to obtain him? if he be mine, then,
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Quest. 5. What shall I render to the Lord?Quest. 5. What shall I render to the Lord?
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Oh the height, and depth, and length, and breadth of the Love and Goodness of God to my Soul, that he should bestow himself on such a worm.
O the height, and depth, and length, and breadth of the Love and goodness of God to my Soul, that he should bestow himself on such a worm.
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'Tis much that he should give me a being in his sight; that he should give me bread, or cloaths;
It's much that he should give me a being in his sighed; that he should give me bred, or clothes;
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that he should feed me with the crumbs that fall from his Table.
that he should feed me with the crumbs that fallen from his Table.
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'Tis a wonder he should not feed me with Ashes, with Gall and Wormwood, with Fire and Brimstone, that he hath not cloathed me with flames, with fury and vengeance.
It's a wonder he should not feed me with Ashes, with Gall and Wormwood, with Fire and Brimstone, that he hath not clothed me with flames, with fury and vengeance.
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'Tis a wonder he should give any of his good Creatures to comfort me, his Earth to be mine inheritance, and my portion;
It's a wonder he should give any of his good Creatures to Comfort me, his Earth to be mine inheritance, and my portion;
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but that he should give himself to me, that ever a poor Creature should be so provided for,
but that he should give himself to me, that ever a poor Creature should be so provided for,
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as to feed upon his God, to live upon his God, to possess his God for a portion;
as to feed upon his God, to live upon his God, to possess his God for a portion;
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Oh, come unto me, all ye that fear the Lord, come unto me, and I will tell you what he hath done for my Soul, He that is mighty hath done for me great things, and holy is his Name.
O, come unto me, all you that Fear the Lord, come unto me, and I will tell you what he hath done for my Soul, He that is mighty hath done for me great things, and holy is his Name.
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Oh, that I could love thee more!
O, that I could love thee more!
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Oh, that I could please thee, and praise thee, and honour thee, and rejoyce, and triumph,
O, that I could please thee, and praise thee, and honour thee, and rejoice, and triumph,
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and make my boast of my God, and speak good of thy Name while I have any being, The Lord is my portion, the lines are fallen to me in a pleasant place,
and make my boast of my God, and speak good of thy Name while I have any being, The Lord is my portion, the lines Are fallen to me in a pleasant place,
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and I have a goodly heritage. and I have a goodly heritage.
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II. Head concerning Sin.
II Head Concerning Sin.
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Direct. 1. EXercise your thoughts on the evil nature of sin, and consider what the Scriptures speak, concerning, 1. The Malignity that is in Sin. 2. The Guilt of Sin.Direct. 1. EXercise your thoughts on the evil nature of since, and Consider what the Scriptures speak, Concerning, 1. The Malignity that is in Sin. 2. The Gilded of Sin.
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1. Concerning the malignity which is in sin, calling it by the name of plague, leprosie, gangrene, poison, death, hell, enmity, treachery, rebellion, filthiness, rottenness, vomit, &c. All which are Scripture expressions, which also tell us, that it hath made us in Gods account, fouls, beasts, dogs, swine, serpents, vipers.
1. Concerning the malignity which is in since, calling it by the name of plague, leprosy, gangrene, poison, death, hell, enmity, treachery, rebellion, filthiness, rottenness, vomit, etc. All which Are Scripture expressions, which also tell us, that it hath made us in God's account, fouls, beasts, Dogs, Swine, Serpents, vipers.
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devils, &c. What a Monster is sin, that must have so many, and such names, to express the malignitie that is in it?
Devils, etc. What a Monster is since, that must have so many, and such names, to express the malignity that is in it?
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2. Concerning the guilt of sin, Rom. 3. 19. All the World is become guilty before God, Mat. 5. 22. Guilt hath two things in it.
2. Concerning the guilt of since, Rom. 3. 19. All the World is become guilty before God, Mathew 5. 22. Gilded hath two things in it.
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First, A merit of everlasting wrath. Every sinner is worthy to die, worthy to be damned.First, A merit of everlasting wrath. Every sinner is worthy to die, worthy to be damned.
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Secondly, An Obligation, or binding over to wrath, Act. 8. 23. For I perceive that thou art in the gall of bitternesse, and the bond of iniquity. Secondly, an Obligation, or binding over to wrath, Act. 8. 23. For I perceive that thou art in the Gall of bitterness, and the bound of iniquity.
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Sinners are bound under a curse, bound over to eternal vengeance.
Sinners Are bound under a curse, bound over to Eternal vengeance.
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Direct. 2 Consider your own particular sinnes, both, the special prevailing sins of your Hearts; as ignorance, unbelief, stubbornness, obstinacy, pride, passion, covetousness, malice, &c. And the evils of your practice, lying, swearing, drunkennesse, oppression.Direct. 2 Consider your own particular Sins, both, the special prevailing Sins of your Hearts; as ignorance, unbelief, stubbornness, obstinacy, pride, passion, covetousness, malice, etc. And the evils of your practice, lying, swearing, Drunkenness, oppression.
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Reckon up as near as you can, and write down in a Roll or Catalogue, all the several wickednesses you have been guilty of,
Reckon up as near as you can, and write down in a Roll or Catalogue, all the several Wickednesses you have been guilty of,
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and can remember, together with your sins of Omission, neglects of Prayer, Hearing, &c. your neglect of Christ, and the Gospel, &c. Direct. 3. Ask thy heart these Questions.
and can Remember, together with your Sins of Omission, neglects of Prayer, Hearing, etc. your neglect of christ, and the Gospel, etc. Direct. 3. Ask thy heart these Questions.
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Quest. 1. Am I not a sinner?Quest. 1. Am I not a sinner?
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Quest. 2. Is all this which the Scriptures speak of sin, and sinners in general, true of me.Quest. 2. Is all this which the Scriptures speak of since, and Sinners in general, true of me.
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Am I by my very nature, such a serpent, such a viper, such a dog, such a beast in the sight of God? Is there all this enmity,
Am I by my very nature, such a serpent, such a viper, such a dog, such a beast in the sighed of God? Is there all this enmity,
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and treachery, and rebellion, rooted in my nature? Am I this guilty creature, worthy to die? Am I in this gall of bitterness,
and treachery, and rebellion, rooted in my nature? Am I this guilty creature, worthy to die? Am I in this Gall of bitterness,
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and bond of iniquity? If this be my case, oh, how can I lift up my face in the presence of God, without shame,
and bound of iniquity? If this be my case, o, how can I lift up my face in the presence of God, without shame,
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and blushing, and self-loathing, and self abhorrence? Quest. 3. Is my filth and guilt done away?
and blushing, and Self-loathing, and self abhorrence? Quest. 3. Is my filth and guilt done away?
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This was once my condition, is it not still? Is the Enmity slain, is my corruption subdued;
This was once my condition, is it not still? Is the Enmity slave, is my corruption subdued;
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is my conscience purged, my soul washed? are my sins pardoned, is my guilt removed? If not, then,
is my conscience purged, my soul washed? Are my Sins pardoned, is my guilt removed? If not, then,
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Quest. 4. What if this corruption should never be purged, this guilt never be removed?Quest. 4. What if this corruption should never be purged, this guilt never be removed?
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What if I should die in this case? If all this sin and this guilt, should stand and stare me in the face,
What if I should die in this case? If all this since and this guilt, should stand and stare me in the face,
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when I come to look death in the face? What if I should appear in this woful plight before the Judgment Seat? May I not fear it may be so? My sin hath been so long growing, and rooting in my heart;
when I come to look death in the face? What if I should appear in this woeful plighted before the Judgement Seat? May I not Fear it may be so? My since hath been so long growing, and rooting in my heart;
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I have stood it out so long against the Gospel, I have had so many warnings,I have stood it out so long against the Gospel, I have had so many Warnings,
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so many convictions, and yet mine iniquitie remains unpurged, that I have reason to fear that it may never be purged.
so many convictions, and yet mine iniquity remains unpurged, that I have reason to Fear that it may never be purged.
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And, Oh, what if it should not? Quest. 5. What must I do to be saved from my sins.
And, O, what if it should not? Quest. 5. What must I do to be saved from my Sins.
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I see I am in an evil and woful case, bu• is there no Balm in Gilead, is there no Physitian there, that can heal such a desperate disease? Is there no ransome to be fonnd, that may redeem such a captive? Is there no blood shed, that may cleanse me,I see I am in an evil and woeful case, bu• is there no Balm in Gilead, is there no physician there, that can heal such a desperate disease? Is there no ransom to be fond, that may Redeem such a captive? Is there no blood shed, that may cleanse me,
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even me from all my unrighteousnesse? Is not Christ exalted to be a Prince and a Saviour, to this very purpose, that he might give Repentance and Forgivenesse of Sinnes? Wherefore is the Gospel preached to me? Doth not Christ therein call to me,
even me from all my unrighteousness? Is not christ exalted to be a Prince and a Saviour, to this very purpose, that he might give Repentance and Forgiveness of Sins? Wherefore is the Gospel preached to me? Does not christ therein call to me,
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and bid me come to him and be saved? Is such an opportunitie to be slighted? Is Redemption from such a state, worth the making after? May I obtain Redemption by Christ,
and bid me come to him and be saved? Is such an opportunity to be slighted? Is Redemption from such a state, worth the making After? May I obtain Redemption by christ,
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whether I seek it or not? whether I repent or not? Must I not believe or be damned, repent or perish? Is it a time for me to delay,
whither I seek it or not? whither I Repent or not? Must I not believe or be damned, Repent or perish? Is it a time for me to Delay,
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or linger in a matter of such importance? Awaken, O my Soul, put away thy sloth, lay aside thy excuses,
or linger in a matter of such importance? Awaken, Oh my Soul, put away thy sloth, lay aside thy excuses,
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and be think thy self what thou wilt do.
and be think thy self what thou wilt do.
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The Lord calls thee this day, calls thee to return and repent, that thine iniquities may be blotted out;
The Lord calls thee this day, calls thee to return and Repent, that thine iniquities may be blotted out;
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bethink thy self what answer thou wilt return. Wilt thou hearken, or not?
bethink thy self what answer thou wilt return. Wilt thou harken, or not?
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III. Head concerning Christ. Direct. 1. FIrst, Consider what the Scriptures speak;
III. Head Concerning christ. Direct. 1. First, Consider what the Scriptures speak;
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1. Concerning the Excellencie of his Person, John 1. 14. And the Word was made flesh,
1. Concerning the Excellency of his Person, John 1. 14. And the Word was made Flesh,
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and dwelt among us, and we beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father, full of grace and truth:
and dwelled among us, and we beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father, full of grace and truth:
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Heb. 1. 3. Who being the brightnesse of his Glory, and the expresse Image of his Person.Hebrew 1. 3. Who being the brightness of his Glory, and the express Image of his Person.
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2. Concerning the Glorie of the Mystery of Christ Crucified, Isa. 53. throughout; He is despised and rejected of men;
2. Concerning the Glory of the Mystery of christ crucified, Isaiah 53. throughout; He is despised and rejected of men;
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a man of Sorrowes, and acquainted with grief, and we hid as it were our faces from him.
a man of Sorrows, and acquainted with grief, and we hid as it were our faces from him.
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He was despised, and we esteemed him not;
He was despised, and we esteemed him not;
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Surely he hath born our griefs, and carried our sorrowes, yet we did esteem him stricken, smitten of God.
Surely he hath born our griefs, and carried our sorrows, yet we did esteem him stricken, smitten of God.
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But he was wounded for our Transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities, the chastisements of our peace was upon him,
But he was wounded for our Transgressions, he was Bruised for our iniquities, the chastisements of our peace was upon him,
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and with his stripes we are healed. All we like Sheep, have gone astray, and have turned every on to this way,
and with his stripes we Are healed. All we like Sheep, have gone astray, and have turned every on to this Way,
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and God hath laid on him the iniquities of all.
and God hath laid on him the iniquities of all.
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He was oppressed and afflicted, yet he opened not his mouth, Col. 1. 27. To whom God will make known what is the riches of the Glory of this Mystery among the Gentiles, which is Christ in you the hope of Glory, Phil. 2. 6, 7, 8. Who being in the Form of God, thought it no robbery to be equal with God,
He was oppressed and afflicted, yet he opened not his Mouth, Col. 1. 27. To whom God will make known what is the riches of the Glory of this Mystery among the Gentiles, which is christ in you the hope of Glory, Philip 2. 6, 7, 8. Who being in the From of God, Thought it no robbery to be equal with God,
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but made himself of no reputation, and took upon him the forme of a Servant, and was made in the likenesse of men;
but made himself of no reputation, and took upon him the Form of a Servant, and was made in the likeness of men;
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and being found in fashion as a man, he humbled himself, and became obedient unto death,
and being found in fashion as a man, he humbled himself, and became obedient unto death,
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even the death of the Cross. The Gospel is a Mystery full of wonders. 1. There is a wonder of Righteousnesse and Severitie;
even the death of the Cross. The Gospel is a Mystery full of wonders. 1. There is a wonder of Righteousness and Severity;
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That God should not spare, but punish Sin, though upon his own Son. 2. A Wonder of wisdome;
That God should not spare, but Punish since, though upon his own Son. 2. A Wonder of Wisdom;
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That God should being Light out of Darknesse, Life out of Death;
That God should being Light out of Darkness, Life out of Death;
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that God should bring about the Rising of the World, by the Fall of the Lord;
that God should bring about the Rising of the World, by the Fallen of the Lord;
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the Riches of the Word, by the Povertie of their Lord; the Fulnesse of the Saints, by the emptinesse of the King of Saints. 3. A Wonder of Mercy;
the Riches of the Word, by the Poverty of their Lord; the Fullness of the Saints, by the emptiness of the King of Saints. 3. A Wonder of Mercy;
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That God should harden his Heart against the Crie of his Son, and open his Bowels to the cry of Sinners. 4. A Wonder of Love;
That God should harden his Heart against the Cry of his Son, and open his Bowels to the cry of Sinners. 4. A Wonder of Love;
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Love in the Father, in giving his Son;
Love in the Father, in giving his Son;
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Love in the Son, in giving himself, his blood, his life, his Soul, a Ransom for sin;
Love in the Son, in giving himself, his blood, his life, his Soul, a Ransom for since;
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and all this, for Worms, Traytors, Enemies. Direct. 2. Ask thy heart these Questions: Quest. 1. Oh, what monster is sin?
and all this, for Worms, Traitors, Enemies. Direct. 2. Ask thy heart these Questions: Quest. 1. O, what monster is since?
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What an Hell, what a bottomless pit is it, of malignity, and wickednesse, that none but God can expiate or purge it away;
What an Hell, what a bottomless pit is it, of malignity, and wickedness, that none but God can expiate or purge it away;
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that God cannot do it, but by taking flesh; that God manifested in the flesh could not purge away sin but by suffering;
that God cannot do it, but by taking Flesh; that God manifested in the Flesh could not purge away since but by suffering;
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that no suffering would serve but Death;
that no suffering would serve but Death;
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that no death could serve but such a cruel and cursed death? Oh what a Monster is Sin, that must have such blood, the blood of God to take it away!
that no death could serve but such a cruel and cursed death? O what a Monster is since, that must have such blood, the blood of God to take it away!
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Quest. 2. What strange Love is the Love of Christ? 1. Strange in regard of the fruit and benefit of it:Quest. 2. What strange Love is the Love of christ? 1. Strange in regard of the fruit and benefit of it:
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All that Holinesse and Beauty that my Spirit is cloathed with, all that peace and joy that possesses my heart, all my glorious hopes and expectations for hereafter, all that difference that is betwixt my state and the state of Cain, Judas, and the whole reprobate World;
All that Holiness and Beauty that my Spirit is clothed with, all that peace and joy that Possesses my heart, all my glorious hope's and Expectations for hereafter, all that difference that is betwixt my state and the state of Cain, Judas, and the Whole Reprobate World;
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this is the Love of Christ. Where had I now been, had it not been for the Love of Christ?
this is the Love of christ. Where had I now been, had it not been for the Love of christ?
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2. Strange Love in regard of the fervency and ardency of it;
2. Strange Love in regard of the fervency and ardency of it;
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and that not onely to the whole generation of the Elect, but to my Soul in particular.
and that not only to the Whole generation of the Elect, but to my Soul in particular.
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To expresse this, ask this one Question farther, What if Christ had done and suffered all this for me alone? What if there had been but one Sinner in the World,
To express this, ask this one Question farther, What if christ had done and suffered all this for me alone? What if there had been but one Sinner in the World,
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and I had been that Sinner, and Christ should have come down from Heaven, cloathed himself with flesh, giving himself to death, given such a glorious Gospel, sent forth such a multitude of Ambassadours, to preach to, to convert,
and I had been that Sinner, and christ should have come down from Heaven, clothed himself with Flesh, giving himself to death, given such a glorious Gospel, sent forth such a multitude of ambassadors, to preach to, to convert,
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and save this one Soul, this my Soul, this had been strange love.
and save this one Soul, this my Soul, this had been strange love.
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Such is the love of Christ to every Elect person, that if there had been but one Sinner, Christ would have done and suffered all this for one sinner, rather then he should have perished.
Such is the love of christ to every Elect person, that if there had been but one Sinner, christ would have done and suffered all this for one sinner, rather then he should have perished.
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Quest. 3. Is Christ mine?Quest. 3. Is christ mine?
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Have I a share in the Gospel? is my name written in the Lambs Book? All are not Israel; though Christ died for all,
Have I a share in the Gospel? is my name written in the Lambs Book? All Are not Israel; though christ died for all,
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yet all are not made alive by him.
yet all Are not made alive by him.
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There are many from whom the Gospel is hid, there are many that have rejected the Gospel, that have put from them the Word of Life.
There Are many from whom the Gospel is hid, there Are many that have rejected the Gospel, that have put from them the Word of Life.
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Whilest there are such multitudes that are lost and perish for ever, is my Soul found, found in Christ? Hath he that hath died for me drawn me to himself? Hath he that hath given me a liberty to lay hold on him, given me a heart to lay hold on him:
Whilst there Are such Multitudes that Are lost and perish for ever, is my Soul found, found in christ? Hath he that hath died for me drawn me to himself? Hath he that hath given me a liberty to lay hold on him, given me a heart to lay hold on him:
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Hath he given me his Spirit in my heart, to sanctifie and cleanse me from my sins? If I have not the Spirit of Christ in me; I am none of his.
Hath he given me his Spirit in my heart, to sanctify and cleanse me from my Sins? If I have not the Spirit of christ in me; I am none of his.
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Ʋnless I wash thee thou hast no part with me. If he be not mine, then,Ʋnless I wash thee thou hast no part with me. If he be not mine, then,
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Quest. 4. What may I doe to get Christ to be mine?Quest. 4. What may I do to get christ to be mine?
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May I have him without seeking him? Can I live by Christ without coming to Christ, believing, repenting and following of Christ? is this ignorance, this idleness, is this earthly, this Carnal course I take;
May I have him without seeking him? Can I live by christ without coming to christ, believing, repenting and following of christ? is this ignorance, this idleness, is this earthly, this Carnal course I take;
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is this loose and vain life I live; is this the way to get an interest in Christ? if Christ be mine, then,
is this lose and vain life I live; is this the Way to get an Interest in christ? if christ be mine, then,
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Quest. 5. How may I walk worthy of Christ?Quest. 5. How may I walk worthy of christ?
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Is it not by being made conformable to him? Conformed to his image, by being holy, humble, and meek;
Is it not by being made conformable to him? Conformed to his image, by being holy, humble, and meek;
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Conformed to him in his obedience, chearfully and readily doing the Will of God? Conformed to him in his sufferings, by being content to be brought down and laid low,
Conformed to him in his Obedience, cheerfully and readily doing the Will of God? Conformed to him in his sufferings, by being content to be brought down and laid low,
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and made vile for his Name;
and made vile for his Name;
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Conformed to his Resurrection and Ascension, that this poor Soul which hath descended with Christ, may also ascend with him? Ascend in holy desires and affections, ascend in holy praises and acknowledgements, confessing to him, Worthy is the Lamb that wa• slain, to receive power and riches,
Conformed to his Resurrection and Ascension, that this poor Soul which hath descended with christ, may also ascend with him? Ascend in holy Desires and affections, ascend in holy praises and acknowledgements, confessing to him, Worthy is the Lamb that wa• slave, to receive power and riches,
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and wisdome, and strength, and honour, and glory, and blessing, for thou hast redeemed my Life from Death,
and Wisdom, and strength, and honour, and glory, and blessing, for thou hast redeemed my Life from Death,
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and Crowned me with loving Kindness and tender Mercies. and Crowned me with loving Kindness and tender mercies.
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IV. Head, concerning the vanitie and miserie of a worldlie life.
IV. Head, Concerning the vanity and misery of a worldly life.
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BY a Worldly life, understand any course or way of life, which is short of a godly life.
BY a Worldly life, understand any course or Way of life, which is short of a godly life.
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That which the Apostle calls, Ephes. 2. 2. The course of this World:
That which the Apostle calls, Ephesians 2. 2. The course of this World:
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Such a life, the main business, care, and delight whereof lies in the managing our Worldly affairs and interests, in buying, selling, working, trading to get together this worlds good.
Such a life, the main business, care, and delight whereof lies in the managing our Worldly affairs and interests, in buying, selling, working, trading to get together this world's good.
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The main comfort whereof stands in the enjoying these Earthly things, when as for Souls,
The main Comfort whereof Stands in the enjoying these Earthly things, when as for Souls,
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and the things of another World, little or no care is taken about them, and as little pleasure taken in them.
and the things of Another World, little or no care is taken about them, and as little pleasure taken in them.
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Direct. 1. Consider what the Scripture speak• concerning the vanity and misery of such a life, Psal. 30. 6. Surely man walketh in a vain shew, he is disquieted in vain;
Direct. 1. Consider what the Scripture speak• Concerning the vanity and misery of such a life, Psalm 30. 6. Surely man walks in a vain show, he is disquieted in vain;
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he heapeth up riches, and knoweth not who shall gather them. Matth. 16. 26. For what is man profited, if he should gain the whole World,
he heapeth up riches, and Knoweth not who shall gather them. Matthew 16. 26. For what is man profited, if he should gain the Whole World,
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and lose his own soul? or what shall a man give in exchange for his soul? Jam. 5. 1. 2, 3. Go to now ye rich men, weep and howl for your miseries that shall come upon you:
and loose his own soul? or what shall a man give in exchange for his soul? Jam. 5. 1. 2, 3. Go to now you rich men, weep and howl for your misery's that shall come upon you:
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Your Riches are corrupted, and your garments moth-eaten;
Your Riches Are corrupted, and your garments moth-eaten;
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your gold and silver is cankered, and the rust of them shall be a witness against you,
your gold and silver is cankered, and the rust of them shall be a witness against you,
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and shall eat you as it were fire, ye have heaped up treasures together for the last dayes.
and shall eat you as it were fire, you have heaped up treasures together for the last days.
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Luke 12. 16, 17, 18, 19, 20. And he spake a parable unto them concerning a certain rich man, whose ground brought forth very plenteously,Lycia 12. 16, 17, 18, 19, 20. And he spoke a parable unto them Concerning a certain rich man, whose ground brought forth very plenteously,
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and he thought within himself, saying, What shall I do, because I have no room where to bestow my fruits? And he said, this I will do, I will pull down my barns,
and he Thought within himself, saying, What shall I do, Because I have no room where to bestow my fruits? And he said, this I will do, I will pull down my Barns,
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and build greater, and there will I bestow all my fruits:
and built greater, and there will I bestow all my fruits:
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and I will say to my Soul, Soul, thou hast much goods laid up for many years;
and I will say to my Soul, Soul, thou hast much goods laid up for many Years;
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take thine ease, eat drink, and be merry.
take thine ease, eat drink, and be merry.
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But God said to him, Thou fool, this night shall thy soul •e required of thee then whose shall those things be that thou hast provided? So is he that layeth up treasure for himself,
But God said to him, Thou fool, this night shall thy soul •e required of thee then whose shall those things be that thou hast provided? So is he that Layeth up treasure for himself,
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and is not rich towards God. Direct. 2. Ask thy heart, Quest. 1. Is not my life a worldly life?
and is not rich towards God. Direct. 2. Ask thy heart, Quest. 1. Is not my life a worldly life?
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What have I done for hereafter? What have I laid up for the World to come? Have I been trading for Heaven, have I been trading in faith, repentance, prayer, have I been sowing in righteteousness and mercy, following of holiness and purity? What labour and pains have I taken in seeeking Knowledge, Grace,
What have I done for hereafter? What have I laid up for the World to come? Have I been trading for Heaven, have I been trading in faith, Repentance, prayer, have I been sowing in righteousness and mercy, following of holiness and purity? What labour and pains have I taken in seeking Knowledge, Grace,
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an interest in Christ, reconciliation with God, &c. that it might be well with my soule hereafter? My body is cared for, I have enough laid up for that, my Wife and Children are all cared for, I have made sufficient provision for them,
an Interest in christ, reconciliation with God, etc. that it might be well with my soul hereafter? My body is cared for, I have enough laid up for that, my Wife and Children Are all cared for, I have made sufficient provision for them,
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but is not my poor soul uncared for. Quest. 2. How long will this life and the comforts of it last.
but is not my poor soul uncared for. Quest. 2. How long will this life and the comforts of it last.
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My soul is immortal, and must never die. I must have a being some where or other to all Eternity.
My soul is immortal, and must never die. I must have a being Some where or other to all Eternity.
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Is the happiness which I have chosen and pursued an everlasting happiness? Are my Money,
Is the happiness which I have chosen and pursued an everlasting happiness? are my Money,
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and my Corn, and my Land, everlasting.
and my Corn, and my Land, everlasting.
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Quest. 3. What shall become of me when this life and the comforts of it fail?Quest. 3. What shall become of me when this life and the comforts of it fail?
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Will this golden or silve• ••ey open the gate of Heaven to me? Will my money buy me an inheritance in the Land of Promise? will my thriftiness and good husbandry for this world plead for me before my Judge,
Will this golden or silve• ••ey open the gate of Heaven to me? Will my money buy me an inheritance in the Land of Promise? will my thriftiness and good Husbandry for this world plead for me before my Judge,
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or excuse my neglect of my soul? Will the memory of my plenty, or my pleasure,
or excuse my neglect of my soul? Will the memory of my plenty, or my pleasure,
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or my ease, in which I have lived here, be a comfort and refreshing to my soul hereafter? Can all my carnal friends and companions, with whom I have lived so merrily,
or my ease, in which I have lived Here, be a Comfort and refreshing to my soul hereafter? Can all my carnal Friends and Sodales, with whom I have lived so merrily,
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and spent so many a jolly hour, can their good word stand me in stead then? Will God own me,
and spent so many a jolly hour, can their good word stand me in stead then? Will God own me,
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or Christ plead for me then? Is not this he whom I have despised,
or christ plead for me then? Is not this he whom I have despised,
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and refused to hearken to, and will he not then say to me, Go to the Gods whom thou hast chosen.
and refused to harken to, and will he not then say to me, Go to the God's whom thou hast chosen.
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Go to thy Money, and thy pleasures, and thy companions, let these save thee if they can.
Go to thy Money, and thy pleasures, and thy Sodales, let these save thee if they can.
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Oh what shall I do, and where shall I dwell for ever if I continue in this vain course?
O what shall I do, and where shall I dwell for ever if I continue in this vain course?
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Quest. 4. Shall I now set upon a better course?Quest. 4. Shall I now Set upon a better course?
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Shall I in earnest? wilt thou, oh my Soul, wilt thou now in earnest become an adventurer for another World? A Traveller to the holy City, which is above? Wilt thou cast in thy lot with Christ and the everlasting Gospel? Wilt thou at last fall to labour for the true Riches, and enduring substance;
Shall I in earnest? wilt thou, o my Soul, wilt thou now in earnest become an adventurer for Another World? A Traveller to the holy city, which is above? Wilt thou cast in thy lot with christ and the everlasting Gospel? Wilt thou At last fallen to labour for the true Riches, and enduring substance;
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Wilt thou provide the bags that wax not old, a treasure in Heaven that faileth not? Shall I take this course,
Wilt thou provide the bags that wax not old, a treasure in Heaven that Faileth not? Shall I take this course,
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or shall I continue as I am?
or shall I continue as I am?
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V. Head concerning the excellency, blessednesse, and necessity of a Godly Life.
V. Head Concerning the excellency, blessedness, and necessity of a Godly Life.
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Direct. 1. COnsider what the Scriptures speak concerning, The Entrance Nature Blessedness Necessity of a godly Life,Direct. 1. Consider what the Scriptures speak Concerning, The Entrance Nature Blessedness Necessity of a godly Life,
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1. Concerning the Entrance of a godly Life, or the way by which we come to be godly;
1. Concerning the Entrance of a godly Life, or the Way by which we come to be godly;
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that is exprest, by being born of God, John 3. by being converted to God, Acts 3. 19. Repent therefore and be converted;
that is expressed, by being born of God, John 3. by being converted to God, Acts 3. 19. repent Therefore and be converted;
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by having Christ formed upon our hearts, Gal. 4. 19 My little children, of whom I travel in birth again,
by having christ formed upon our hearts, Gal. 4. 19 My little children, of whom I travel in birth again,
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until Christ be formed in you. A new birth must go before a new life, conversion before an holy conversation.until christ be formed in you. A new birth must go before a new life, conversion before an holy Conversation.
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2. Concerning the Nature of a Godly Life; which the Scripture sets forth in these and such like expressions:
2. Concerning the Nature of a Godly Life; which the Scripture sets forth in these and such like expressions:
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Walking with God, walking in the fear of God, and the Comforts of the Holy Ghost, living by Faith, having our Conversation in Heaven,
Walking with God, walking in the Fear of God, and the Comforts of the Holy Ghost, living by Faith, having our Conversation in Heaven,
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and as it becometh the Gospel, being holy, harmless;
and as it Becometh the Gospel, being holy, harmless;
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the Sons of God without rebuke, in the midst of a crooked Generation, shining forth as lights in the world, denying all ungodliness,
the Sons of God without rebuke, in the midst of a crooked Generation, shining forth as lights in the world, denying all ungodliness,
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and worldly lusts, living righteously, soberly, and godly; keeping our selves unspotted from the world:
and worldly Lustiest, living righteously, soberly, and godly; keeping our selves unspotted from the world:
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walking circumspectly, keeping a good Conscience, &c. By all which expressions, and many such like, it appears, that there is more required to a true godly life than is ordinarily imagined.
walking circumspectly, keeping a good Conscience, etc. By all which expressions, and many such like, it appears, that there is more required to a true godly life than is ordinarily imagined.
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3. Of the Blessedness of a Godly life, Psal. 1. 1, 2. Blessed is the man that walketh not in the way of sinners,
3. Of the Blessedness of a Godly life, Psalm 1. 1, 2. Blessed is the man that walks not in the Way of Sinners,
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but his delight is in the Law of the Lord, Psal. 4. 4. The Lord hath set apart him that is godly for himself, hath taken him out from the rest of the world, to be his own peculiar possession, his Favourite, his Servant, his Child, on whom he intends to bestow himself for an Inheritance. Direct. 2. Ask thy heart,but his delight is in the Law of the Lord, Psalm 4. 4. The Lord hath Set apart him that is godly for himself, hath taken him out from the rest of the world, to be his own peculiar possession, his Favourite, his Servant, his Child, on whom he intends to bestow himself for an Inheritance. Direct. 2. Ask thy heart,
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Quest. 1. Am I converted to God?Quest. 1. Am I converted to God?
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Is there any supernatural change wrought upon me? Is this change a thorough change? Conversion is not a slight,
Is there any supernatural change wrought upon me? Is this change a thorough change? Conversion is not a slight,
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but a great and marvellous change.
but a great and marvellous change.
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Am I become a new Creature? Is there a new light set up in me, a new life begotten in my heart? Am I become a man of quite another constitution, temper, disposition,
Am I become a new Creature? Is there a new Light Set up in me, a new life begotten in my heart? Am I become a man of quite Another constitution, temper, disposition,
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then formerly I was? Am I born from above, and is my heart now set upon things above?
then formerly I was? Am I born from above, and is my heart now Set upon things above?
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Quest. 2. Is my life a godly life?Quest. 2. Is my life a godly life?
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Do I think in my Conscience, that the course of life which I live, is that which the Scriptures mean by walking with God, living by Faith;
Do I think in my Conscience, that the course of life which I live, is that which the Scriptures mean by walking with God, living by Faith;
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having the conversation in Heaven, keeping a good Conscience, walking circumspectly, &c. Can this fleshly, idle, easie, trifling, life which I live, be possibly accounted a truly godly life?having the Conversation in Heaven, keeping a good Conscience, walking circumspectly, etc. Can this fleshly, idle, easy, trifling, life which I live, be possibly accounted a truly godly life?
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Quest. 3. Is a godly life necessary?Quest. 3. Is a godly life necessary?
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Can I be saved without it? Do not the Scriptures entail everlasting blessedness in the life to come, on godliness of life here?
Can I be saved without it? Do not the Scriptures entail everlasting blessedness in the life to come, on godliness of life Here?
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(18) part (DIV2)
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Quest. 4. Can I be too godly?Quest. 4. Can I be too godly?
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(18) part (DIV2)
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Can I have too much likeness to God? too much care of my ways? too much fear of sin ▪ Can I be too sure that God is mine? Can I have too much peace, too much joy,
Can I have too much likeness to God? too much care of my ways? too much Fear of since ▪ Can I be too sure that God is mine? Can I have too much peace, too much joy,
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and inward comfort? I may be too rich to be happy, too great to be good, too merry to be wise,
and inward Comfort? I may be too rich to be happy, too great to be good, too merry to be wise,
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but I cannot be too gracious, too humble, too watchful, too circumspect!
but I cannot be too gracious, too humble, too watchful, too circumspect!
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Let me ask of dying, persons, whether they have taken more care then needs? whether they have more grace then needs? Let me ask of those who when they come at last to be weighed in the ballance, are found wanting,
Let me ask of dying, Persons, whither they have taken more care then needs? whither they have more grace then needs? Let me ask of those who when they come At last to be weighed in the balance, Are found wanting,
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whether there were any fear of making too sure, or being too busie, and diligent, and painful about the work of their Souls?
whither there were any Fear of making too sure, or being too busy, and diligent, and painful about the work of their Souls?
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(18) part (DIV2)
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Quest. 5. Shall I now, without any longer delay, set upon a godly Life?Quest. 5. Shall I now, without any longer Delay, Set upon a godly Life?
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If it be necessary to take up this holy course, When shall I begin? Shall I this day resolve upon it? Can I begin too soon? Can I look after God too soon? I may defer too long, till it be too late,
If it be necessary to take up this holy course, When shall I begin? Shall I this day resolve upon it? Can I begin too soon? Can I look After God too soon? I may defer too long, till it be too late,
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and what if I should? What if I should stay so long in Sodome, till it be too late to escape to Zoar? What if I should dwell in the Tabernacles of Wickedness, till it be too late to return into the way of Righteousness? Awake, O my Soul, awake from thy worldiness, and sensuality; away from thy carelesness.
and what if I should? What if I should stay so long in Sodom, till it be too late to escape to Zoar? What if I should dwell in the Tabernacles of Wickedness, till it be too late to return into the Way of Righteousness? Awake, Oh my Soul, awake from thy worldliness, and sensuality; away from thy carelessness.
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(18) part (DIV2)
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To day, to day, if thou wilt hear his voice, give thy self to God, give thy self up to the power of his Spirit, and government of his Word.
To day, to day, if thou wilt hear his voice, give thy self to God, give thy self up to the power of his Spirit, and government of his Word.
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(18) part (DIV2)
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Hitherto I have been a fool, hitherto I have been a Servant of Sin and the World.
Hitherto I have been a fool, hitherto I have been a Servant of since and the World.
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(18) part (DIV2)
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Oh, that from henceforth I might yield my self to God, as one made alive from the dead.
O, that from henceforth I might yield my self to God, as one made alive from the dead.
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(18) part (DIV2)
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VI. Head concerning Death and Judgement. Direct. 1. THink on what the Scriptures speak concerning, The Dread Death of Death.
VI. Head Concerning Death and Judgement. Direct. 1. THink on what the Scriptures speak Concerning, The Dread Death of Death.
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1 Concerning the Dread of Death, Rev. 6. 8. It is set forth by a pale Horse, an horse for strength, there is no resistance of it;
1 Concerning the Dread of Death, Rev. 6. 8. It is Set forth by a pale Horse, an horse for strength, there is no resistance of it;
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an horse for its swiftness, an horse for its office, and use, to carry away: a pale-Horse for its ga•••iness:
an horse for its swiftness, an horse for its office, and use, to carry away: a Pale-horse for its ga•••iness:
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(19) part (DIV2)
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Death hath a grim and gastly countenance, that strike, terrour into all hearts, and paleness into all faces Job 18. 14. It is called the King of terrours, the Black Prince, the Prince of Clouds and Darkness, as some render it:
Death hath a grim and ghastly countenance, that strike, terror into all hearts, and paleness into all faces Job 18. 14. It is called the King of terrors, the Black Prince, the Prince of Clouds and Darkness, as Some render it:
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(19) part (DIV2)
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Darkness hath its terrour in it, and the King of Terrours, that notes, the highest and most terrible of Terrours. The terrour of death arises,
Darkness hath its terror in it, and the King of Terrors, that notes, the highest and most terrible of Terrors. The terror of death arises,
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1 From its Office or Errand, upon which it comes, which is,
1 From its Office or Errand, upon which it comes, which is,
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1 To arrest the guilty sinners, and commit them to custody, to be reserved to Judgment.
1 To arrest the guilty Sinners, and commit them to custody, to be reserved to Judgement.
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2 To revenge the quarrel of an angry God. By sin death entered:
2 To revenge the quarrel of an angry God. By since death entered:
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(19) part (DIV2)
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Death came into the world, not onely as the Per dissequa peccati, one of its Retinue or Attendants,
Death Come into the world, not only as the Per dissequa peccati, one of its Retinue or Attendants,
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(19) part (DIV2)
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but as the vindex peccati. By sin, man provoked God; by death, God takes vengeance on man.
but as the vindex peccati. By since, man provoked God; by death, God Takes vengeance on man.
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3 To cut off, and carry us away to our place, Death is the door betwixt the two worlds;
3 To Cut off, and carry us away to our place, Death is the door betwixt the two world's;
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the parting point, where sinners take their leave for ever of their pomps, and their pleasures, of their Houses and Lands,
the parting point, where Sinners take their leave for ever of their pomps, and their pleasures, of their Houses and Lands,
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and their Friends, so as never to return to them again.
and their Friends, so as never to return to them again.
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(19) part (DIV2)
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It is dreadful to be carried away from our habitations and acquaintance, we know not whither;
It is dreadful to be carried away from our habitations and acquaintance, we know not whither;
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sad was the death of him, who dying said, Anxius vixi, dubius motior, & nunc quo vado nescio;
sad was the death of him, who dying said, Anxious Vixi, Dubious motior, & nunc quo I go nescio;
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I have lived in care, I die in doubt, but whither I am going, I cannot tell:
I have lived in care, I die in doubt, but whither I am going, I cannot tell:
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but to them that understand whither death is carrying them, (as it is the case of self-condemned sinners) into the place of darkness and eternal misery;
but to them that understand whither death is carrying them, (as it is the case of self-condemned Sinners) into the place of darkness and Eternal misery;
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This is it that make Death indeed the King of Terrours. 2 From its Armour: Death is furnished, 1 With a Dart;
This is it that make Death indeed the King of Terrors. 2 From its Armour: Death is furnished, 1 With a Dart;
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this notes the stroke of Death, whe••by it dissolves this Tabernacle, divides betwixt Soul and Body.
this notes the stroke of Death, whe••by it dissolves this Tabernacle, divides betwixt Soul and Body.
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This dart of Death is such, against which there is no Armour of Proof can secure us;
This dart of Death is such, against which there is no Armour of Proof can secure us;
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from which no quality or condition can exempt us;
from which no quality or condition can exempt us;
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neither King nor Captive, neither Rich nor Poor, neither evil Men nor good Men, can escape this Dart:
neither King nor Captive, neither Rich nor Poor, neither evil Men nor good Men, can escape this Dart:
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(19) part (DIV2)
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whomsoever Death strikes, it strikes sure, and strikes home, and never fails of doing Execution. 2 With a Sting, 1 Cor. 15. 56. The sting of Death is sin.
whomsoever Death strikes, it strikes sure, and strikes home, and never fails of doing Execution. 2 With a Sting, 1 Cor. 15. 56. The sting of Death is since.
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A sting doth two things, 1 It pierces, 2 It poysons. Hence follow those rumours and inflamations,
A sting does two things, 1 It pierces, 2 It poisons. Hence follow those rumours and inflammations,
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(19) part (DIV2)
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and that anguish that a sting puts men to.
and that anguish that a sting puts men to.
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But what is the sting of Death? 'Tis Sin. This is the Poyson upon the Dart of Death, that makes it so full of torment;
But what is the sting of Death? It's Sin. This is the Poison upon the Dart of Death, that makes it so full of torment;
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(19) part (DIV2)
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an evil heart, an evil conscience, an evil life, this is it that makes Death so terrible.
an evil heart, an evil conscience, an evil life, this is it that makes Death so terrible.
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(19) part (DIV2)
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A guilty Conscience often stings a sinner, in his life, in his health, in the midst of all his prosperity;
A guilty Conscience often stings a sinner, in his life, in his health, in the midst of all his Prosperity;
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but when Death and a guilty Conscience strike in together, then it stings with a witness.
but when Death and a guilty Conscience strike in together, then it stings with a witness.
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(19) part (DIV2)
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2 Concerning the Death of Death, or its destruction.
2 Concerning the Death of Death, or its destruction.
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(19) part (DIV2)
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This Enemy is to be destroyed, Hos. 13. 14. Yea, it is in part destroyed already, 2 Tim. 1. 10. Christ, by dying,
This Enemy is to be destroyed, Hos. 13. 14. Yea, it is in part destroyed already, 2 Tim. 1. 10. christ, by dying,
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(19) part (DIV2)
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and rising again, hath overcome Death;
and rising again, hath overcome Death;
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(19) part (DIV2)
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and this not for himself, but for his Members, on whose behalf he hath disarmed Death,
and this not for himself, but for his Members, on whose behalf he hath disarmed Death,
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(19) part (DIV2)
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and taken away its sting, so that though it strike them, yet it cannot sting them.
and taken away its sting, so that though it strike them, yet it cannot sting them.
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(19) part (DIV2)
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Death a• an hornet hath stung our Lord, and in him hath lost his sting.
Death a• an hornet hath stung our Lord, and in him hath lost his sting.
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(19) part (DIV2)
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Hereupon the Apostle, in the persons of all Believers, triumphs over Death, 1 Cor. 15. 55, 57. O Death, where is thy sting? Thanks be to God who hath given us the Victory, through our Lord Jesus Christ.
Hereupon the Apostle, in the Persons of all Believers, Triumphos over Death, 1 Cor. 15. 55, 57. O Death, where is thy sting? Thanks be to God who hath given us the Victory, through our Lord jesus christ.
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(19) part (DIV2)
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Christians, that through Christ have conquered sin, by the same Jesus have conquered Death; so that now it is possible for thee to live above the fear of Death:
Christians, that through christ have conquered since, by the same jesus have conquered Death; so that now it is possible for thee to live above the Fear of Death:
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(19) part (DIV2)
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some natural fears there may be, some shrinkings back of the flesh, but the great fear is over, the bitterness of Death is past.
Some natural fears there may be, Some shrinkings back of the Flesh, but the great Fear is over, the bitterness of Death is past.
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(19) part (DIV2)
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2 Consider what the Scripture speaks concerning Judgement;
2 Consider what the Scripture speaks Concerning Judgement;
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Consider these two Scriptures, 2 Cor. 5. 10. For we must all appear before the Judgement-Se•• of Christ, Mat. 25. 34. to the end. Consider these two Scriptures, 2 Cor. 5. 10. For we must all appear before the Judgement-Se•• of christ, Mathew 25. 34. to the end.
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The• shall the King say unto them on the right hand, Come ye blessed of my Father, inherit the Kingdom prepared for you,
The• shall the King say unto them on the right hand, Come you blessed of my Father, inherit the Kingdom prepared for you,
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before the foundation of the world, &c. Direct. 2. Ask thy heart these questions. Quest. 1. Must I not dye?
before the Foundation of the world, etc. Direct. 2. Ask thy heart these questions. Quest. 1. Must I not die?
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Quest. 2, Whither will my death carry me?Quest. 2, Whither will my death carry me?
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In which of the two Regions of the other world, is my death like to land me? Either in the Region of Everlasting Light,
In which of the two Regions of the other world, is my death like to land me? Either in the Region of Everlasting Light,
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or in the Region of Everlasting Darkness? To which of those two Regions am I now travelling? By this I may guess, whither my death will transport me.
or in the Region of Everlasting Darkness? To which of those two Regions am I now traveling? By this I may guess, whither my death will transport me.
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Quest. What a strange change will Death make upon me?Quest. What a strange change will Death make upon me?
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What a change of my Judgment, and Opinion? With what a different eye shall I look on all things then, from what I do now? Shall I look on God, on Christ, on Holinesse, on peace of Conscience, with such a slighting and undervaluing eye:
What a change of my Judgement, and Opinion? With what a different eye shall I look on all things then, from what I do now? Shall I look on God, on christ, on Holiness, on peace of Conscience, with such a slighting and undervaluing eye:
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or on the Glory, and Pleasures, and Lusts of the World, with such an admiring and doting eye,
or on the Glory, and Pleasures, and Lustiest of the World, with such an admiring and doting eye,
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when Death comes, as now I do? A godly Life, a good Conscience, the promises and priviledges,
when Death comes, as now I do? A godly Life, a good Conscience, the promises and privileges,
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and hopes of the Gospel, I can now look on as follies, and fancies, and trifles;
and hope's of the Gospel, I can now look on as follies, and fancies, and trifles;
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shall I count them so then? Sin, and guilt, I make a matter of nothing now;
shall I count them so then? since, and guilt, I make a matter of nothing now;
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shall I have the same thoughts at death? It I could speak with any soul, that's gotten one step beyond the Grave,
shall I have the same thoughts At death? It I could speak with any soul, that's got one step beyond the Grave,
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and should ask him, What do you think of sin, and the pleasures of sin now? What an answe• might I then expect?
and should ask him, What do you think of since, and the pleasures of since now? What an answe• might I then expect?
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What a strange change will Death make upon my person? When, if I be a Saint, this poor Soul? that hath had its habitation in Meshech, hath been imprisoned in a sinful body, mourning,
What a strange change will Death make upon my person? When, if I be a Saint, this poor Soul? that hath had its habitation in Meshech, hath been imprisoned in a sinful body, mourning,
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and sighing, and labouring under the burthen of sinnes, and lusts, and temptations, and doubts,
and sighing, and labouring under the burden of Sins, and Lustiest, and temptations, and doubts,
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and fears, and scotts, and scornes, shall in an instant be set at liberty from all this,
and fears, and scots, and scorns, shall in an instant be Set At liberty from all this,
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and be lodged in the armes and bosome of the Lord of Glory.
and be lodged in the arms and bosom of the Lord of Glory.
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Or, if I be a sinner, when I shall be taken from all my glory and greatnesse, from all my delights and dalliances;
Or, if I be a sinner, when I shall be taken from all my glory and greatness, from all my delights and dalliances;
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from all my hopes and confidence, and be thrown down like Lucifer, Son of the Morning, from all my brightnesse, into the blacknesse of darknesse for ever.
from all my hope's and confidence, and be thrown down like Lucifer, Son of the Morning, from all my brightness, into the blackness of darkness for ever.
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When, though I lie down in hopes and confidence, that I shall have rest, yet within a minute after Death hath closed mine eyes, I shall awaken in everlasting flames:
When, though I lie down in hope's and confidence, that I shall have rest, yet within a minute After Death hath closed mine eyes, I shall awaken in everlasting flames:
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How will my undone soul then cry out, Oh, where am I? Is this my place? Must this be my dwelling for ever? Are all my hopes and confidences come to this? Is all my mirth and my pleasures come to this? Wo, wo, wo to me miserable Wretch;
How will my undone soul then cry out, O, where am I? Is this my place? Must this be my Dwelling for ever? are all my hope's and confidences come to this? Is all my mirth and my pleasures come to this? Woe, woe, woe to me miserable Wretch;
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how am I deceived, whether am I fallen?
how am I deceived, whither am I fallen?
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Quest. 4. How dreadful will this day of Death be to sinners, when it is come?Quest. 4. How dreadful will this day of Death be to Sinners, when it is come?
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Whilst its only preached, or thought of at a distance, it affects but little;
While its only preached, or Thought of At a distance, it affects but little;
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but when the day of darkness is come, and they shall feel their house of Clay falling;
but when the day of darkness is come, and they shall feel their house of Clay falling;
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when their last Sand is running, their last breath drawing, their miserable, souls lanching into the depth of Eternity;
when their last Sand is running, their last breath drawing, their miserable, Souls launching into the depth of Eternity;
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when a few minutes will lodge them in the place of darkness, and everlasting torments; What a black day will it appear then?
when a few minutes will lodge them in the place of darkness, and everlasting torments; What a black day will it appear then?
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Quest. 5. On which hand am I like to stand in the Judgment?Quest. 5. On which hand am I like to stand in the Judgement?
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Am I like to stand on the right hand, or on the left? Among the Sheep,
Am I like to stand on the right hand, or on the left? Among the Sheep,
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or among the Goats? On which hand do I stand now? Have I my Conversation among the Goats, my fellowship with the Goats here,
or among the Goats? On which hand do I stand now? Have I my Conversation among the Goats, my fellowship with the Goats Here,
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and can I expect to have my sentence with the Sheep?
and can I expect to have my sentence with the Sheep?
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Quest. 6. What may I do to get above the fear of death, and Judgment?Quest. 6. What may I do to get above the Fear of death, and Judgement?
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How blessed is the state of those Christians, that are gotten beyond this fear? They may well be content to bear the Cross;
How blessed is the state of those Christians, that Are got beyond this Fear? They may well be content to bear the Cross;
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they may well be patient in tribulation;
they may well be patient in tribulation;
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they need fear none of those things they shall suffer here, their great fear is over;
they need Fear none of those things they shall suffer Here, their great Fear is over;
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Death is swallowed up in victory.
Death is swallowed up in victory.
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But how may I, upon good grounds, be out of this fear? How I be fit to die,
But how may I, upon good grounds, be out of this Fear? How I be fit to die,
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& to stand in the Judgement, and not may thence be afraid? Oh, if I could get the Sting of Death out, this sin crucified, this guilt removed;
& to stand in the Judgement, and not may thence be afraid? O, if I could get the Sting of Death out, this since Crucified, this guilt removed;
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Oh, if I could get such a Life, over which Death can have no power; if I could get Christ to be my Life, my Judge, to be my Friend,
O, if I could get such a Life, over which Death can have no power; if I could get christ to be my Life, my Judge, to be my Friend,
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then welcome Death, and the Grave; welcome the Great Day; then that black hour will become the blessed hour;
then welcome Death, and the Grave; welcome the Great Day; then that black hour will become the blessed hour;
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then that dark and gloomy day, at the approach wherof, this sinful world will call to the Mountains to cover 〈 ◊ 〉 and the Rocks to fall on them, would be to me a glorious day;
then that dark and gloomy day, At the approach whereof, this sinful world will call to the Mountains to cover 〈 ◊ 〉 and the Rocks to fallen on them, would be to me a glorious day;
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wherein I should lift up my head with joy, because my Redemption is so nigh.
wherein I should lift up my head with joy, Because my Redemption is so High.
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So let me live, that I may be fit to die, and then let my Lord com•, whenever he pleases:
So let me live, that I may be fit to die, and then let my Lord com•, whenever he Pleases:
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Yea, then I may say, Wh•• are the wheels of his Chariot so long a coming? Make haste, my Beloved,
Yea, then I may say, Wh•• Are the wheels of his Chariot so long a coming? Make haste, my beloved,
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and be thou like to a Roe on the Mountains of Spices. and be thou like to a Roe on the Mountains of Spices.
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VII. Head concerning Eternitie, or the World to Come.
VII. Head Concerning Eternity, or the World to Come.
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THere is a two-fold Eternity: Of Blessednesse, and of Misery: The ones the portion of the Saints:
THere is a twofold Eternity: Of Blessedness, and of Misery: The ones the portion of the Saints:
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the other, the reward of all the ungodly of the Earth. Direct. 1. Consider what the Scriptures speak,
the other, the reward of all the ungodly of the Earth. Direct. 1. Consider what the Scriptures speak,
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1. Concerning the Eternity of Blessednesse; Heb. 4. 9. There remaineth therefore a Rest to the People of God? Psal. 16. ult.
1. Concerning the Eternity of Blessedness; Hebrew 4. 9. There remains Therefore a Rest to the People of God? Psalm 16. ult.
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At thy right hand there are pleasures for evermore, 2 Cor. 4. 17. For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of Glory. At thy right hand there Are pleasures for evermore, 2 Cor. 4. 17. For our Light affliction, which is but for a moment, works for us a Far more exceeding and Eternal weight of Glory.
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Whence note, that the state of the Godly in another World, is, 1. A State of Rest. 2. A State of Joy. 3. A State of Glory. 4 That the Joy of this Rest is unspeakable and unconceivable;
Whence note, that the state of the Godly in Another World, is, 1. A State of Rest. 2. A State of Joy. 3. A State of Glory. 4 That the Joy of this Rest is unspeakable and unconceivable;
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Therefore called the Rest of God, the Joy of the Lord; When a King makes a Feast, he makes a Royal Feast;
Therefore called the Rest of God, the Joy of the Lord; When a King makes a Feast, he makes a Royal Feast;
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When a King gives Gifts and Favours, he gives like a King. God will save like a God, reward like a God;
When a King gives Gifts and Favours, he gives like a King. God will save like a God, reward like a God;
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such shall be the reward of the Righteous, that men shall say, Verily he is a God that Judgeth, Psal. 58 11, 5. that this Joy is Eternal, 2 Cor. 4 18. The things which are not seen, are Eternal.
such shall be the reward of the Righteous, that men shall say, Verily he is a God that Judgeth, Psalm 58 11, 5. that this Joy is Eternal, 2 Cor. 4 18. The things which Are not seen, Are Eternal.
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2. Concerning the Eternity of Misery; Isa. 30. 33. For Tophet is ordained of old.
2. Concerning the Eternity of Misery; Isaiah 30. 33. For Tophet is ordained of old.
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Tophet is a place lying in the Valley of Hinnom, near Jerusalem, where the Idolatrous Jewes burnt their Children in Sacrifice to Molock.
Tophet is a place lying in the Valley of Hinnom, near Jerusalem, where the Idolatrous Jews burned their Children in Sacrifice to Moloch.
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And it is used as a Type to signifie Hell, or the place and Punishment of the Damned hereafter: Whereof this is the Description; And it is used as a Type to signify Hell, or the place and Punishment of the Damned hereafter: Whereof this is the Description;
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He hath made it deep and large, the Pile thereof is Fire and much Wood;
He hath made it deep and large, the Pile thereof is Fire and much Wood;
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the breath of the Lord, like a stream of brimstone, doth kindle it, Matth. 8. 12. But the Children of the Kingdome shall be cast into utter darknesse, there shall be weeping and gnashing of Teeth, Mark 9. 44. Where their Worm dieth not,
the breath of the Lord, like a stream of brimstone, does kindle it, Matthew 8. 12. But the Children of the Kingdom shall be cast into utter darkness, there shall be weeping and gnashing of Teeth, Mark 9. 44. Where their Worm Dieth not,
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and the fire is not quenched. Whence note, That the torments of the ungodly in another world shall be,
and the fire is not quenched. Whence note, That the torments of the ungodly in Another world shall be,
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1. Intollerable. It is the wrath of the Lord that will lie upon them; the breath of the Lord shall kindle and feed their flames.
1. Intolerable. It is the wrath of the Lord that will lie upon them; the breath of the Lord shall kindle and feed their flames.
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As the Lord will save like a God, so he will punish like a God. The Wisdome, Power, Severity,
As the Lord will save like a God, so he will Punish like a God. The Wisdom, Power, Severity,
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and Justice of God shall be exercised in compounding such a deadly Draught, such exquisite Torments, that the ungodly World shall feel, that he is a God with whom they have to do.
and justice of God shall be exercised in compounding such a deadly Draught, such exquisite Torments, that the ungodly World shall feel, that he is a God with whom they have to do.
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2. Eternal. That shall never have an end.
2. Eternal. That shall never have an end.
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This makes Hell to be Hell indeed, a Pit without bottome, a night that hath no day following it, a Grave from which there is no Resurrection.
This makes Hell to be Hell indeed, a Pit without bottom, a night that hath no day following it, a Grave from which there is no Resurrection.
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Oh the heighth and depth, and length, and breadth of this one word Eternity. Direct. 2. Ask thy Heart,
O the height and depth, and length, and breadth of this one word Eternity. Direct. 2. Ask thy Heart,
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Quest. 1. Who shall ascend into the Holy hill?Quest. 1. Who shall ascend into the Holy hill?
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Shall the unclean enter in thither? Or the Ignorant, or unbelievers, or adulterers, or drunkards? doth not the Scriptures tell me who they are? Psalm 15. throughout, He that walketh uprightly,Shall the unclean enter in thither? Or the Ignorant, or unbelievers, or Adulterers, or drunkards? does not the Scriptures tell me who they Are? Psalm 15. throughout, He that walks uprightly,
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and worketh Righteousness, and speaketh the truth in his heart;
and works Righteousness, and speaks the truth in his heart;
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he that back-biteth not with his Tongue, nor doth evil to his Neighbour, in whose eyes a vile person is contemned, &c. Matth. 5. 3. to the 12. The poor in Spirit, they that mourn, the meek, they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness, the merciful, the poor in heart, the peace-makers.
he that backbiteth not with his Tongue, nor does evil to his Neighbour, in whose eyes a vile person is contemned, etc. Matthew 5. 3. to the 12. The poor in Spirit, they that mourn, the meek, they which do hunger and thirst After righteousness, the merciful, the poor in heart, the peacemakers.
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These are they that shall ascend into the Holy hill. Quest. 2. Who shall descend into the Deep?These Are they that shall ascend into the Holy hill. Quest. 2. Who shall descend into the Deep?
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Rev. 20. 15. And who•oever was not found written in the Book of Life, was cast into the lake of fire.Rev. 20. 15. And who•oever was not found written in the Book of Life, was cast into the lake of fire.
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Chap. 22. 15. For without are Dogs, and Sorcerers, and Whoremongers, and Adulterers, and Idolaters,Chap. 22. 15. For without Are Dogs, and Sorcerers, and Whoremongers, and Adulterers, and Idolaters,
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and whosoever loveth and maketh a lie. 2 Thes. 1. 8. 9. In flaming fire, taking vengeance on them that know not God,
and whosoever loves and makes a lie. 2 Thebes 1. 8. 9. In flaming fire, taking vengeance on them that know not God,
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and that obey not the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ, who shall be punished with everlasting destruction from the presence of the Lord,
and that obey not the Gospel of our Lord jesus christ, who shall be punished with everlasting destruction from the presence of the Lord,
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and from the glory of his power. Quest. 3. Am I in the way to this rest of God?
and from the glory of his power. Quest. 3. Am I in the Way to this rest of God?
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Quest. 4. Is my Title to this rest sure?Quest. 4. Is my Title to this rest sure?
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Is my name written in the Book of Life? am I sealed with that Spirit of promise, which is the earnest of my inheritance? have I gotten an assurance that Christ is mine and Heaven is mine? is not this assurance to be had? is there not a promise left unto me of entring into the Rest? May not this promise, by my believing and accepting,
Is my name written in the Book of Life? am I sealed with that Spirit of promise, which is the earnest of my inheritance? have I got an assurance that christ is mine and Heaven is mine? is not this assurance to be had? is there not a promise left unto me of entering into the Rest? May not this promise, by my believing and accepting,
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and adventuring upon it, be made sure to me? what mean I to sit down so quietly, short of this assurance? am I content to leave my earthly inritance under such uncertainties, that I cannot tell what to call my own, I cannot tell whether I have any thing or nothing? Do I refuse any labour, cost, counsel that may secure my worldly interest? and what is it onely Heaven and everlasting glory, this is not worth the securing?
and adventuring upon it, be made sure to me? what mean I to fit down so quietly, short of this assurance? am I content to leave my earthly inritance under such uncertainties, that I cannot tell what to call my own, I cannot tell whither I have any thing or nothing? Do I refuse any labour, cost, counsel that may secure my worldly Interest? and what is it only Heaven and everlasting glory, this is not worth the securing?
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Quest. 5. What if I should fall short of this Rest?Quest. 5. What if I should fallen short of this Rest?
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If at last I should see Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, and all the Prophets, sit down in the Kingdome of Heaven,
If At last I should see Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, and all the prophets, fit down in the Kingdom of Heaven,
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and my self be thrust out? I have made profession of Religion, I have some good will to the waies of God, born some affection to the People of God, had some communion and fellowship with them, had a nam• •nd good opinion amongst them;
and my self be thrust out? I have made profession of Religion, I have Some good will to the ways of God, born Some affection to the People of God, had Some communion and fellowship with them, had a nam• •nd good opinion among them;
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I have gone to the House of God with them, joyned in Prayers, Fastings, Sacraments with them, I have attained to some probable Evidences of Grace:
I have gone to the House of God with them, joined in Prayers, Fastings, Sacraments with them, I have attained to Some probable Evidences of Grace:
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But what if notwithstanding all this I should be found at last to be short of sincerity and of true saving Grace? I have complained often of an carthly heart, of a slothful heart, of a carelesse heart, of a lingring delaying heart, I have had some motions and stirrings in me to shake my self out of this sloth, to awaken and rouze my self out of these delayings and triflings;
But what if notwithstanding all this I should be found At last to be short of sincerity and of true Saving Grace? I have complained often of an carthly heart, of a slothful heart, of a careless heart, of a lingering delaying heart, I have had Some motions and stirrings in me to shake my self out of this sloth, to awaken and rouse my self out of these delayings and triflings;
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I have been thinking often of taking more care and pains; I have been wishing often for a diligent heart;I have been thinking often of taking more care and pains; I have been wishing often for a diligent heart;
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I have been hoping that it will not be thus alwayes with me: but that one time or other I shall attain to more life and seriousness:I have been hoping that it will not be thus always with me: but that one time or other I shall attain to more life and seriousness:
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But what if after all this complaining, and thinking, and wishing, and hoping it will be better, I should still run on thus from one day to another, from one year to another, till I be surprized,
But what if After all this complaining, and thinking, and wishing, and hoping it will be better, I should still run on thus from one day to Another, from one year to Another, till I be surprised,
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and should be taken away before I have gotten my heart to a thorow closing with God in Christ?
and should be taken away before I have got my heart to a thorough closing with God in christ?
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Quest. 6. How joyful will my state be when that day comes, if I may then be counted worthy to enter into this Rest?Quest. 6. How joyful will my state be when that day comes, if I may then be counted worthy to enter into this Rest?
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When the voice shall sound in mine ears, Well done good and faithful Servant, enter thou into the joy of thy Lord, When all these filthy garments and ragges of the Flesh shall be but off, when all these bitter teares shall be wiped a•ay,
When the voice shall found in mine ears, Well done good and faithful Servant, enter thou into the joy of thy Lord, When all these filthy garments and rags of the Flesh shall be but off, when all these bitter tears shall be wiped a•ay,
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when all the clouds of darkness, doubts, feares, sorrows, afflictions shall be blown over, when I shall be brought into the presence of the King of Saints,
when all the Clouds of darkness, doubts, fears, sorrows, afflictions shall be blown over, when I shall be brought into the presence of the King of Saints,
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and see all those glorious things that have been spoken of the city of God:
and see all those glorious things that have been spoken of the City of God:
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When mine head shall wear that Immortal Crown, and my heart shall taste and drink of those everlasting pleasures at Gods right hand:
When mine head shall wear that Immortal Crown, and my heart shall taste and drink of those everlasting pleasures At God's right hand:
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When I shall be brought into that general assembly, and Church of the first-born which are written in Heaven, to an innumerable company of Angels, to God the Judge of all men, to Jesus the Mediator of the New Testament, to the Spirits of just men made perfect;
When I shall be brought into that general assembly, and Church of the firstborn which Are written in Heaven, to an innumerable company of Angels, to God the Judge of all men, to jesus the Mediator of the New Testament, to the Spirits of just men made perfect;
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when my heart shall acknowledge, Now I know indeed whom I have believed, and see for what I have laboured:
when my heart shall acknowledge, Now I know indeed whom I have believed, and see for what I have laboured:
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When this poor Soul, that in its travel towards Sion hath passed through a Wilderness, lyen among the Pots, been fed with Tears, cloathed with Reproaches, clog'd with Infirmities, discouraged with fears and dismayings, shall after all this be set down in the Kingdome of God,
When this poor Soul, that in its travel towards Sion hath passed through a Wilderness, lyen among the Pots, been fed with Tears, clothed with Reproaches, clogged with Infirmities, discouraged with fears and dismayings, shall After all this be Set down in the Kingdom of God,
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and be lodged in the armes and bosome of the Lord of Glory, and bear a part in those everlasting praises and Hallelujahs before the Throne of God for ever,
and be lodged in the arms and bosom of the Lord of Glory, and bear a part in those everlasting praises and Hallelujahs before the Throne of God for ever,
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when mine eyes shall come to see all this, and my heart to possess it, will it not be a joyful day?
when mine eyes shall come to see all this, and my heart to possess it, will it not be a joyful day?
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Quest. 7. Can mine heart endure to think of being shut out from this blessedness forever?Quest. 7. Can mine heart endure to think of being shut out from this blessedness forever?
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Can I burn? Can I endure the vengeance of Eternal fire? VVill boyling Oyl, burning Brimstone, scalding Lead, a glowing Oven, a scorching Furnace, be an easie Lodging for me? Thou wilt not (oh my soul) be perswaded to repent, there is too much pain in that:
Can I burn? Can I endure the vengeance of Eternal fire? VVill boiling Oil, burning Brimstone, scalding Led, a glowing Oven, a scorching Furnace, be an easy Lodging for me? Thou wilt not (o my soul) be persuaded to Repent, there is too much pain in that:
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Thou canst not bear a cross, or an affliction, a scoffe, or a reproach, talk to thee of crucifying the flesh, of denying thy self, of parting with thy fleshly Insts, thy worldly companions, of entring in at the strait gate, of walking strictly and precisely according to the Gospel, thou cryest out, Oh these are hard sayings who can bear them? But how wilt thou do to dwell with the devouring fire? How wilt thou dwell with everlasting burnings? Whatsoever it seems to thee now, think what Hell will be to thee when the day comes that thou must descend into it:
Thou Canst not bear a cross, or an affliction, a scoff, or a reproach, talk to thee of crucifying the Flesh, of denying thy self, of parting with thy fleshly Insts, thy worldly Sodales, of entering in At the strait gate, of walking strictly and precisely according to the Gospel, thou Christ out, O these Are hard sayings who can bear them? But how wilt thou do to dwell with the devouring fire? How wilt thou dwell with everlasting burnings? Whatsoever it seems to thee now, think what Hell will be to thee when the day comes that thou must descend into it:
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Now thou lookest at it as a scare-crow, or a bug-bare; thou canst drink away, or laugh away the fear of it;
Now thou Lookest At it as a scarecrow, or a bug-bare; thou Canst drink away, or laugh away the Fear of it;
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but what will it be to thee, when thou feelest thy self wrapt up in the flames of it,
but what will it be to thee, when thou Feel thy self wrapped up in the flames of it,
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and not a drop of water left to cool thy tongue? Think on Hell, oh my soul,
and not a drop of water left to cool thy tongue? Think on Hell, o my soul,
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and then think on Christ, and confider, if a Redeemer from such misery, be not worth the accepting;
and then think on christ, and confider, if a Redeemer from such misery, be not worth the accepting;
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think on Hell, and then think on Sin, then think on thy carnal pleasures and delights,
think on Hell, and then think on since, then think on thy carnal pleasures and delights,
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and consider how they will relish with thee, when thus salted with everlasting fire.
and Consider how they will relish with thee, when thus salted with everlasting fire.
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Are these the things, for which I dye? Are these the price for which I sell my soul to Hell? Away, away from me all my lusts and pleasures, away from me my companions in sin, I confess I love you too well,
are these the things, for which I die? are these the price for which I fell my soul to Hell? Away, away from me all my Lustiest and pleasures, away from me my Sodales in since, I confess I love you too well,
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but I must not burn for you, I must not damn my soul to please my flesh.
but I must not burn for you, I must not damn my soul to please my Flesh.
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Touching the practice of this Duty, take these two further Directions. 1. Every day, morning and evening;
Touching the practice of this Duty, take these two further Directions. 1. Every day, morning and evening;
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set apart sometime for secret prayer;
Set apart sometime for secret prayer;
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and when you go to pray, do not rush inconsiderately upon it, but first sit down and take one of those Heads, meditate on what the Scriptures speak upon them,
and when you go to prey, do not rush inconsiderately upon it, but First fit down and take one of those Heads, meditate on what the Scriptures speak upon them,
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and then propose the several questions to your hearts, and when you find your hearts affected and warmed by these Meditations, then fall to prayer.
and then propose the several questions to your hearts, and when you find your hearts affected and warmed by these Meditations, then fallen to prayer.
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2. Let each mornings Meditation be ordinarily matter for your thoughts, to work on, and for discourse that day,
2. Let each morning's Meditation be ordinarily matter for your thoughts, to work on, and for discourse that day,
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unless providence cast in, and calls you to some other profitable subjects.
unless providence cast in, and calls you to Some other profitable subject's.
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The matter of Meditation is purposely divided into seven Heads, to the end you may take one of the Heads for each dayes Meditation,
The matter of Meditation is purposely divided into seven Heads, to the end you may take one of the Heads for each days Meditation,
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and so in every week you may go over the whole, being the chief things of Religion:
and so in every Week you may go over the Whole, being the chief things of Religion:
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And thus continuing from day to day, from week to week, you will be both more thorowly acquainted;
And thus Continuing from day to day, from Week to Week, you will be both more thoroughly acquainted;
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and more deeply affected with the things of God, and will find, through his blessing, more liveliness and enlargement in Prayer, and more comfortable successe.
and more deeply affected with the things of God, and will find, through his blessing, more liveliness and enlargement in Prayer, and more comfortable success.
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Only take heed of formalitie, of resting in the work done, of going on in a round of Duty, without a due regard to the end of Duty:
Only take heed of formality, of resting in the work done, of going on in a round of Duty, without a due regard to the end of Duty:
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Let this be your aim in all, to get your hearts more fixed upon, and affected with the things of the world to come, more enlarged and quickned,
Let this be your aim in all, to get your hearts more fixed upon, and affected with the things of the world to come, more enlarged and quickened,
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and more effectually carried on in that course of holy and heavenly walking, the end whereof is everlasting life.
and more effectually carried on in that course of holy and heavenly walking, the end whereof is everlasting life.
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But now, least any should complain that this course is too tedious, and that which they cannot have time daily for;
But now, lest any should complain that this course is too tedious, and that which they cannot have time daily for;
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or that by reason of ignorance, or want of helps, they cannot perform it:
or that by reason of ignorance, or want of helps, they cannot perform it:
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I shall adde this, that such persons who are weaker in their understandings, and thence unable to go through with this course,I shall add this, that such Persons who Are Weaker in their understandings, and thence unable to go through with this course,
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and all others at such seasons as they are unavoidably straitned for time, nay, instead of the larger, take this shorter course.
and all Others At such seasons as they Are avoidable straitened for time, nay, instead of the larger, take this shorter course.
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When ever thou settest upon the Duty of prayer, sit down, and ask thy heart these Questions.
When ever thou settest upon the Duty of prayer, fit down, and ask thy heart these Questions.
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Quest. 1. What am I? am I a Believer or an unbeliever, converted or unconverted? do I think in my Conscience I belong to God,Quest. 1. What am I? am I a Believer or an unbeliever, converted or unconverted? do I think in my Conscience I belong to God,
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or do I not fear I am yet the child of the Devil?
or do I not Fear I am yet the child of the devil?
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Quest. 2. What do I? what are my wayes, are they such as please the Lord,Quest. 2. What do I? what Are my ways, Are they such as please the Lord,
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and tend to the Salvation of my Soul, or are they the wayes of death and damnation?
and tend to the Salvation of my Soul, or Are they the ways of death and damnation?
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Quest. 3. Before whose presence do I now stand?Quest. 3. Before whose presence do I now stand?
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Is it not before the Lord, the Almighty God, who is the rewarder of them that diligently seek him,
Is it not before the Lord, the Almighty God, who is the rewarder of them that diligently seek him,
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and the avenger of those that slight or rebel against him? Quest. 4. What am I come before the Lord about.
and the avenger of those that slight or rebel against him? Quest. 4. What am I come before the Lord about.
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Is it not to plead with him for my soul, to beg my life at his hands, to beg my pardon,
Is it not to plead with him for my soul, to beg my life At his hands, to beg my pardon,
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and redemption from everlasting death, and to obtain grace for the salvation of my Soul?
and redemption from everlasting death, and to obtain grace for the salvation of my Soul?
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This short and 〈 ◊ 〉 course would be some advantage, thou 〈 … 〉 that are able,
This short and 〈 ◊ 〉 course would be Some advantage, thou 〈 … 〉 that Are able,
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and can redeem so much 〈 … 〉 would commend the constant use of 〈 … 〉 •rections
and can Redeem so much 〈 … 〉 would commend the constant use of 〈 … 〉 •rections
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(20) part (DIV2)
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THe third special Duty I shall direct you in is, Self-examination:
THe third special Duty I shall Direct you in is, Self-examination:
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It is of great use to the carrying us on in an holy course, to know our state. For,
It is of great use to the carrying us on in an holy course, to know our state. For,
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(20) part (DIV2)
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By the knowledge of our state we shall the better know our work, when we know what we are, we shall the better know what we have to do.
By the knowledge of our state we shall the better know our work, when we know what we Are, we shall the better know what we have to do.
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(20) part (DIV2)
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If the question be, What must I do to be saved? The answer of that will depend upon another question, How far forth am I come already? Am I converted or unconverted, in a state of sin,
If the question be, What must I do to be saved? The answer of that will depend upon Another question, How Far forth am I come already? Am I converted or unconverted, in a state of since,
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or in a state of grace? Let that question be first answered, and the answer of the other will be easie.
or in a state of grace? Let that question be First answered, and the answer of the other will be easy.
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2 By the knowledge of this, that we are in a good estate, we sha•l have much encouragement to hasten on.
2 By the knowledge of this, that we Are in a good estate, we sha•l have much encouragement to hasten on.
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Assurance will quicken and encourage us on in the way of holyness:
Assurance will quicken and encourage us on in the Way of holiness:
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Those that a•firm, that the Doctrine of assurance is a licentious Doctrine, and serves for nothing,
Those that a•firm, that the Doctrine of assurance is a licentious Doctrine, and serves for nothing,
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but to maintain men in a loose, lazy, and idle life, understand not what they say, nor whereof they affirm.
but to maintain men in a lose, lazy, and idle life, understand not what they say, nor whereof they affirm.
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(20) part (DIV2)
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'Tis all one as if they affirmed.
It's all one as if they affirmed.
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That the more assurance any person hath of the love of God, the less he will love God,
That the more assurance any person hath of the love of God, the less he will love God,
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(20) part (DIV2)
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or that the more he loves God, the less care he will take to serve or please him.
or that the more he loves God, the less care he will take to serve or please him.
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(20) part (DIV2)
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Those that know no other motive to Duty, but fear, may preach such Doctrine;
Those that know no other motive to Duty, but Fear, may preach such Doctrine;
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but those that have found the quickning and constraining power of love, must lay down both their reason and sense too, before they can believe it.
but those that have found the quickening and constraining power of love, must lay down both their reason and sense too, before they can believe it.
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The way to know our selves, is, to search, and examine our selves, 1 Cor. 13. 4. Examine your selves, prove your selves, know ye not your own selves?
The Way to know our selves, is, to search, and examine our selves, 1 Cor. 13. 4. Examine your selves, prove your selves, know you not your own selves?
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(20) part (DIV2)
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Now to help you in this duty of Self-examination, I shall give you these two Directions:
Now to help you in this duty of Self-examination, I shall give you these two Directions:
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1. When you set to examine your selves by any marks or signs: In the first place, examine your Marks that you would try your selves by.
1. When you Set to examine your selves by any marks or Signs: In the First place, examine your Marks that you would try your selves by.
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(20) part (DIV2)
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If you would prove your selves, whether you have true grace or no, by any mark that's given, examine that Mark by the Scriptures,
If you would prove your selves, whither you have true grace or no, by any mark that's given, examine that Mark by the Scriptures,
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(20) part (DIV2)
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whether it be a certain and infallible sign of grace, so that you may be bold to conclude, that if you can find this Mark in you, you are undoubtedly in the state of grace.
whither it be a certain and infallible Signen of grace, so that you may be bold to conclude, that if you can find this Mark in you, you Are undoubtedly in the state of grace.
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(20) part (DIV2)
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That's a proper mark of true grace, which, whosoever hath it, hath grace, and whosoever hath it not, hath not grace.
That's a proper mark of true grace, which, whosoever hath it, hath grace, and whosoever hath it not, hath not grace.
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(20) part (DIV2)
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If you take that for a mark of true grace, which is common to Saints and Sinners, you may take your selves to have grace, when you have none.
If you take that for a mark of true grace, which is Common to Saints and Sinners, you may take your selves to have grace, when you have none.
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And if you take a mark to try your selves by, which is proper to Saints, but is not common to all Saints, you may take your selves to have no grace, when you have.
And if you take a mark to try your selves by, which is proper to Saints, but is not Common to all Saints, you may take your selves to have no grace, when you have.
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(20) part (DIV2)
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The former mistake may lose you your peace; this may lose you your souls; therefore Christians, be wary here;
The former mistake may loose you your peace; this may loose you your Souls; Therefore Christians, be wary Here;
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(20) part (DIV2)
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try your marks, before you try your selves by them. 2. For the matter of your enquiry, let it be,
try your marks, before you try your selves by them. 2. For the matter of your enquiry, let it be,
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(20) part (DIV2)
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1. Whether you are gotten into the way of life, or not;
1. Whither you Are got into the Way of life, or not;
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or, whether you are translated out of a state of sin and death, into a state of grace and salvation? And if so, then,
or, whither you Are translated out of a state of since and death, into a state of grace and salvation? And if so, then,
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2. Whether you be in a thriving or flourishing state; or in a languishing or decayed state?
2. Whither you be in a thriving or flourishing state; or in a languishing or decayed state?
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To help you in the former tryal, I might only send you back to those directions formerly given, concerning your closure with Christ, whence it will not be difficult to gather some certain marks to try your selves by;
To help you in the former trial, I might only send you back to those directions formerly given, Concerning your closure with christ, whence it will not be difficult to gather Some certain marks to try your selves by;
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but I shall add two or three more, wherein, let it not be offensive to any, that I follow that light which I have received from the worthy labours of that faithful Servant of Christ, Mr. Baxter; whence I confess my self to have, through mercy, grown into the fuller acquaintance with mine own heart,
but I shall add two or three more, wherein, let it not be offensive to any, that I follow that Light which I have received from the worthy labours of that faithful Servant of christ, Mr. Baxter; whence I confess my self to have, through mercy, grown into the fuller acquaintance with mine own heart,
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and which I shall therefore the rather make use of, for the help and benefit of others.
and which I shall Therefore the rather make use of, for the help and benefit of Others.
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1. Mark.
1. Mark.
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1. Wheresoever there is true Grace, there is an hearty willingness to part with every sin.
1. Wheresoever there is true Grace, there is an hearty willingness to part with every since.
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The first work of the sanctifying Spirit upon the soul, is, the discovering of sin, making it appear to be an enemy;
The First work of the sanctifying Spirit upon the soul, is, the discovering of since, making it appear to be an enemy;
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and the first saving work is, the dividing betwixt sin and the soul, making an utter breach betwixt them.
and the First Saving work is, the dividing betwixt since and the soul, making an utter breach betwixt them.
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The Spirit of God makes us first to look on sin as an enemy, and then to deal with it as an enemy;
The Spirit of God makes us First to look on since as an enemy, and then to deal with it as an enemy;
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to hate it, to fear it, to be impatient at the presence of it.
to hate it, to Fear it, to be impatient At the presence of it.
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Rom. 7. 24. Wretched man that I am, who shall deliver me from the body of this death? When the good Spirit enters into the heart, from that day forward, the Soul looks on sin,Rom. 7. 24. Wretched man that I am, who shall deliver me from the body of this death? When the good Spirit enters into the heart, from that day forward, the Soul looks on since,
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as Saul look'd on David, when the evil spirit fell upon him;
as Saul looked on David, when the evil Spirit fell upon him;
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It's said, he eyed David from that time forward, he looked on him with an evil eye, with an envious eye:
It's said, he eyed David from that time forward, he looked on him with an evil eye, with an envious eye:
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Oh! that I were once well rid of this David; Oh! (saith a Convert) that I were once well rid of this Lust.
Oh! that I were once well rid of this David; Oh! (Says a Convert) that I were once well rid of this Lust.
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It's now become to the Soul, as the Daughters of Heth were to Rebeccah, Gen. 26. 35. A grief of mind to it, a weariness to it.
It's now become to the Soul, as the Daughters of Heth were to Rebecca, Gen. 26. 35. A grief of mind to it, a weariness to it.
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I am weary of my life, because of these daughters of Heth.
I am weary of my life, Because of these daughters of Heth.
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When there is this breach made betwixt sin and the Soul, it's grace that hath made it;
When there is this breach made betwixt since and the Soul, it's grace that hath made it;
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when sin hath lost the will, it hath lost the man; when Christ hath gotten the will, he hath gained the man. The will, is the heart;
when since hath lost the will, it hath lost the man; when christ hath got the will, he hath gained the man. The will, is the heart;
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give me thy heart, is the same, as be willing to be mine; the will is the strong hold of the soul;
give me thy heart, is the same, as be willing to be mine; the will is the strong hold of the soul;
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this is it that holds out last against God; when this is won, all is won.
this is it that holds out last against God; when this is wone, all is wone.
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Sin may have lost the understanding, and lost the conscience;
since may have lost the understanding, and lost the conscience;
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these may plead for God, and for holiness, and may cry out against sin, Away with it, away with it; Crucifie it, crucifie it;
these may plead for God, and for holiness, and may cry out against since, Away with it, away with it; Crucify it, crucify it;
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there is Death and Hell in the bowels of it, away with it. But as long as sin hath the will for it, it still hath the man.
there is Death and Hell in the bowels of it, away with it. But as long as since hath the will for it, it still hath the man.
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Reason saith, I ought to tura; Conscience saith, I must turn, but yet nothing follows; but when the heart sayes, I will turn, then the work is done:
Reason Says, I ought to tura; Conscience Says, I must turn, but yet nothing follows; but when the heart Says, I will turn, then the work is done:
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Reason saith, these Idols ought not to stand; Conseience saith, these Iusts must be subdued; these my sinful pleasures, these my sinful wayes, these my sinful companions, must be left;
Reason Says, these Idols ought not to stand; Conscience Says, these Jousts must be subdued; these my sinful pleasures, these my sinful ways, these my sinful Sodales, must be left;
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but when the will sayes to them, Get you hence, there's a work of Grace begun.
but when the will Says to them, Get you hence, there's a work of Grace begun.
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But now this willingness to part with, or turn from sin, that it may infallibly prove grace to be in us, must be, 1. Universal.
But now this willingness to part with, or turn from since, that it may infallibly prove grace to be in us, must be, 1. Universal.
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A willingness to be rid of all sin.
A willingness to be rid of all since.
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The enmity against sin, that's wrought by grace, is against the whole kind, against all sin, Root and Branch, Body and Members.
The enmity against since, that's wrought by grace, is against the Whole kind, against all since, Root and Branch, Body and Members.
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A true Israelite, would not have one Canaanite left in the Land, would have the whole generation rooted out, Psal. 119. I hate every false way.
A true Israelite, would not have one Canaanite left in the Land, would have the Whole generation rooted out, Psalm 119. I hate every false Way.
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Psal. 139. Search me, O Lord and see if there be (any) wickedness in me. 2. Habitual.
Psalm 139. Search me, Oh Lord and see if there be (any) wickedness in me. 2. Habitual.
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It must not be onely for the time that the heart is set against sin, when it is under some terrour or trouble, but there must be an abiding willingness.
It must not be only for the time that the heart is Set against since, when it is under Some terror or trouble, but there must be an abiding willingness.
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Pharaoh, when the Thunder, and the Hail, and the Fire, and the Frogs, and the Flies, were upon him,Pharaoh, when the Thunder, and the Hail, and the Fire, and the Frogs, and the Flies, were upon him,
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for the time was willing to let Israel go, but presenrly after he meant no such thing:
for the time was willing to let Israel go, but presenrly After he meant no such thing:
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'Tis not what thou art in a fit, in a fright, or sudden passion, in sickness,
It's not what thou art in a fit, in a fright, or sudden passion, in sickness,
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or under the apprehensions of death, that will give thee any certain light, by which thou mayest judge of thy state,
or under the apprehensions of death, that will give thee any certain Light, by which thou Mayest judge of thy state,
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but what thou art in the standing and abiding disposition and bent of thy soul:
but what thou art in the standing and abiding disposition and bent of thy soul:
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A Godly man is never unwilling (when he is himself) to be rid of every sin. 3. Prevalent.
A Godly man is never unwilling (when he is himself) to be rid of every since. 3. Prevalent.
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The willingness must be greater than the unwillingness.
The willingness must be greater than the unwillingness.
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A gracious heart is more willing to be rid of sin, than to continue in sin.
A gracious heart is more willing to be rid of since, than to continue in since.
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He had much rather, if it were put to his choice, live without all sin, than to be allowed to live in any sin.
He had much rather, if it were put to his choice, live without all since, than to be allowed to live in any since.
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Whatever the pleadings and reasonings of his flesh are, for an indulgence to any particular sins, whatever the advantages of yielding to the flesh herein mîght be, whatever dammages or prejudices might follow upon his parting with them,
Whatever the pleadings and reasonings of his Flesh Are, for an indulgence to any particular Sins, whatever the advantages of yielding to the Flesh herein mîght be, whatever damages or prejudices might follow upon his parting with them,
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yet he had much rather, whatever comes of it, be freed from them all.
yet he had much rather, whatever comes of it, be freed from them all.
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If the Lord should come to such a soul, and give him as large •grant as he did to Solomon, Ask what I shall give thee, ask what I shall do for thee, write down what thou wilt, and thou shalt have it;
If the Lord should come to such a soul, and give him as large •grant as he did to Solomon, Ask what I shall give thee, ask what I shall do for thee, write down what thou wilt, and thou shalt have it;
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this is that which he would have, Lord take away mine iniquittes. 'Tis not the lives of mine enemies, or a revenge upon them, that I desire;
this is that which he would have, Lord take away mine iniquittes. It's not the lives of mine enemies, or a revenge upon them, that I desire;
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'tis not freedom from trouble, or affliction, that I desire;
it's not freedom from trouble, or affliction, that I desire;
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make me a clean heart, O Lord, purge me from my sins, let my lusts die, my corruptions die,
make me a clean heart, Oh Lord, purge me from my Sins, let my Lustiest die, my corruptions die,
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and then though mine enemies live, and their malice lives, and my troubles live, yet if my sins be once dead, I have my desire.
and then though mine enemies live, and their malice lives, and my Troubles live, yet if my Sins be once dead, I have my desire.
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And this willingness will discover it self to be prevailing by bringing forth, 1. Resolution. 2. Resistance against sin.
And this willingness will discover it self to be prevailing by bringing forth, 1. Resolution. 2. Resistance against since.
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1. Where a man is truly willing to be rid of sin, there will be resolution against it;
1. Where a man is truly willing to be rid of since, there will be resolution against it;
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he will not only be patient and content to give God leave to crucifie all his beloved lusts,
he will not only be patient and content to give God leave to crucify all his Beloved Lustiest,
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and darling corruptions, and give the world leave to hew and strike home at the root of them, without hiding them,
and darling corruptions, and give the world leave to hew and strike home At the root of them, without hiding them,
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or warding off the blow, or wishing they might be spared to him, but stands stedfastly on Gods side,
or warding off the blow, or wishing they might be spared to him, but Stands steadfastly on God's side,
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and taking part with him against sin, resolves to use all his means for the conquering and overcoming of them.
and taking part with him against since, resolves to use all his means for the conquering and overcoming of them.
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2. This resolution will bring forth resistance.
2. This resolution will bring forth resistance.
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An heart that's weary of sin, will fall to striving against sin, Gal. 5. 17. The flesh lusteth against the spirit,
an heart that's weary of since, will fallen to striving against since, Gal. 5. 17. The Flesh Lusteth against the Spirit,
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and the spirit against the flesh, for these two are contrary the one to the other. and the Spirit against the Flesh, for these two Are contrary the one to the other.
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Contraries are naturally expulsive each of other.
Contraries Are naturally expulsive each of other.
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Such a pair as a Jacob and an Esau, such Twins, as an Isaac, and an Ishmael, cannot lie quietly togeth•• in the same womb;
Such a pair as a Jacob and an Esau, such Twins, as an Isaac, and an Ishmael, cannot lie quietly togeth•• in the same womb;
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no, nor live quietly together in the same house, but there will be a mutual prosecuting and persecuting each of other;
no, nor live quietly together in the same house, but there will be a mutual prosecuting and persecuting each of other;
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fire and water may as well agree in the same vessel, as grace and sin in the same heart.
fire and water may as well agree in the same vessel, as grace and since in the same heart.
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A gracious heart will be restraining, curbing, and withstanding it, in all its workings.
A gracious heart will be restraining, curbing, and withstanding it, in all its workings.
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It's a mere vanity, for men to talk of being willing to be rid of sin,
It's a mere vanity, for men to talk of being willing to be rid of since,
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when they let it live, and work, and rule, and run in its course, without ever laying the hand to the bridle to restrain it.
when they let it live, and work, and Rule, and run in its course, without ever laying the hand to the bridle to restrain it.
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Let me add one word more; if you strive against sin, and your striving be attended with success;
Let me add one word more; if you strive against since, and your striving be attended with success;
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if you have gotten any degree of victory, the evidence will be much more full and clear.
if you have got any degree of victory, the evidence will be much more full and clear.
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This now is the first Mark, by which you may try your selves, whether there be the truth of grace in you, or not.
This now is the First Mark, by which you may try your selves, whither there be the truth of grace in you, or not.
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He that is willing to be freed from all sin, habitually willing, prevailingly willing;
He that is willing to be freed from all since, habitually willing, prevailingly willing;
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he that's more willing to be freed from sin, than to be allowed to live in sin,
he that's more willing to be freed from since, than to be allowed to live in since,
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and hereupon is resolved to use all God's means for the conquering of it;
and hereupon is resolved to use all God's means for the conquering of it;
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and accordingly strives, prayes, watches, and wrestles against it, especially if he finds his lusts begin to fall before him, undoubtedly there is grace in that mans heart.
and accordingly strives, prays, watches, and wrestles against it, especially if he finds his Lustiest begin to fallen before him, undoubtedly there is grace in that men heart.
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As Haman 's Wife said to her Husband, If this Mordecai be of the seed of the J•ws, before whom thou hast begun to fall, thou shalt not prevail against him;
As Haman is Wife said to her Husband, If this Mordecai be of the seed of the J•ws, before whom thou hast begun to fallen, thou shalt not prevail against him;
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I shall be bold to say to such a person, without any ifs or ands, this Mordecai is of the seed of the Jews, this grace,
I shall be bold to say to such a person, without any ifs or ands, this Mordecai is of the seed of the jews, this grace,
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before which thy lusts have begun to fall, is the Seed of God, and therefore thy sins shall never totally preval against it;
before which thy Lustiest have begun to fallen, is the Seed of God, and Therefore thy Sins shall never totally preval against it;
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but shall finally fall and be destroyed by it.
but shall finally fallen and be destroyed by it.
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2. Mark.
2. Mark.
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2. Wheresoever there is true grace, there is a preferring in the esteem and choice of a strict and sincere godly life, above any other life in the world.
2. Wheresoever there is true grace, there is a preferring in the esteem and choice of a strict and sincere godly life, above any other life in the world.
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A godly man loves all godliness, and he loves it above all.
A godly man loves all godliness, and he loves it above all.
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Psal. 19. 9, 10. The fear of the Lord is clean, and endureth for ever, the Judgments of the Lord are true and righteous altogether;
Psalm 19. 9, 10. The Fear of the Lord is clean, and Endureth for ever, the Judgments of the Lord Are true and righteous altogether;
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more to be desired are they than gold, yea, than much fine gold, sweeter also than the honey and the honey-comb; more to be desired Are they than gold, yea, than much fine gold, Sweeten also than the honey and the honeycomb;
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that is, than all the world: more to be desired are they;
that is, than all the world: more to be desired Are they;
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that is, the fear of the Lord, and the Judgements of God deserve more respect from men, are of more value, more worth the desiring and looking after, than gold or honey; Here are all the advantages of a worldly life put together in two words;
that is, the Fear of the Lord, and the Judgments of God deserve more respect from men, Are of more valve, more worth the desiring and looking After, than gold or honey; Here Are all the advantages of a worldly life put together in two words;
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The profits of it, and the pleasures of it;The profits of it, and the pleasures of it;
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and the fear of the Lord preferr'd before them all. ( Than Gold ) Gold is all things;
and the Fear of the Lord preferred before them all. (Than Gold) Gold is all things;
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Gold, much gold hath greatness following it: Gold hath glory, all the glory of the world attending it:
Gold, much gold hath greatness following it: Gold hath glory, all the glory of the world attending it:
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Lands, and livings, and honours, and friends, and all things that a carnal heart can desire, are hidden in the golden Mines.
Lands, and livings, and honours, and Friends, and all things that a carnal heart can desire, Are hidden in the golden Mines.
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Honey notes all the sweetness, pleasures, and delights of a worldly life.
Honey notes all the sweetness, pleasures, and delights of a worldly life.
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Now, saith the Psalmist: put all this together, all the revenues, and incomes of a worldly life, together with all it's pleasures and delights,
Now, Says the Psalmist: put all this together, all the revenues, and incomes of a worldly life, together with all it's pleasures and delights,
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and the fear of the Lord will weigh them down all.
and the Fear of the Lord will weigh them down all.
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Though this foolish world run a madding after money, and pleasure, spend their dayes, waste their lives, prostitute their consciences, throw away their souls upon these things,
Though this foolish world run a madding After money, and pleasure, spend their days, waste their lives, prostitute their Consciences, throw away their Souls upon these things,
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yet one dram of godliness, one day spent in the fear of the Lord, is better than all this:
yet one dram of godliness, one day spent in the Fear of the Lord, is better than all this:
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this the Psalmist gives as his Judgment. Let us next consider what his Choice is:
this the Psalmist gives as his Judgement. Let us next Consider what his Choice is:
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Psal. 4. 6. There be many that say, who will shew us any good? Lord, lift thou up the light of thy countenance upon us;
Psalm 4. 6. There be many that say, who will show us any good? Lord, lift thou up the Light of thy countenance upon us;
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thou hast put gladness in mine heart, more than in the time when their corn and wine encreased. thou hast put gladness in mine heart, more than in the time when their corn and wine increased.
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Psal. 17. 14, 15. The men of the world have their portion in this life, their bellies thou fillest with thy hid treasure;
Psalm 17. 14, 15. The men of the world have their portion in this life, their bellies thou Fillest with thy hid treasure;
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they are full of Children, and leave the rest of their substance to their babes: but as for me, I will behold thy face in Righteousness. The men of this world;they Are full of Children, and leave the rest of their substance to their babes: but as for me, I will behold thy face in Righteousness. The men of this world;
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as they seek, so they have their portion in this life, they have a glorious and a gallant time of it here, great portions, great possessions, great prosperity;
as they seek, so they have their portion in this life, they have a glorious and a gallant time of it Here, great portions, great possessions, great Prosperity;
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their bellies full of pleasure, enough to spend upon themselves, and to leave to their Children after them;
their bellies full of pleasure, enough to spend upon themselves, and to leave to their Children After them;
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this they have, and much good may it do them:
this they have, and much good may it do them:
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Let me but behold the face of God in Righteousness, walk before the Lord in my integrity, keep a good conscience, live in the obedience of his Will,
Let me but behold the face of God in Righteousness, walk before the Lord in my integrity, keep a good conscience, live in the Obedience of his Will,
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and in the light of his Countenance, and then let them take the corn, and wine,
and in the Light of his Countenance, and then let them take the corn, and wine,
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and what else they can get: let the Lord be mine, and I shall never envy them their portion:
and what Else they can get: let the Lord be mine, and I shall never envy them their portion:
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Psal. 84. 10. I had rather be a door-keeper in the House of the Lord, than to dwell in the Tents of Wickedness.
Psalm 84. 10. I had rather be a doorkeeper in the House of the Lord, than to dwell in the Tents of Wickedness.
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The meanest condition of those that live in the presence and favour of God, I more desire,
The Meanest condition of those that live in the presence and favour of God, I more desire,
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and would rather have, than the highest condition of others. Let me be a door-keeper among the Saints, rather than a dweller with the wicked.
and would rather have, than the highest condition of Others. Let me be a doorkeeper among the Saints, rather than a dweller with the wicked.
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So Moses, Heb. 11. 25. Chusing rather to suffer Affliction with the People of God, than to enjoy the pleasures of sin for a season;
So Moses, Hebrew 11. 25. Choosing rather to suffer Affliction with the People of God, than to enjoy the pleasures of since for a season;
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esteeming the Reproaches of Christ greater Riches than the Treasures of Egypt.esteeming the Reproaches of christ greater Riches than the Treasures of Egypt.
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Psal. 119. 30. 111. I have chosen the way of Truth, &c. Thy testimonies have I taken as mine heritage for ever. Where observe,Psalm 119. 30. 111. I have chosen the Way of Truth, etc. Thy testimonies have I taken as mine heritage for ever. Where observe,
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1. How he came into the way of Truth: that is, not by chance, but by choice;
1. How he Come into the Way of Truth: that is, not by chance, but by choice;
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I have chosen the way of truth.
I have chosen the Way of truth.
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There are some that stumble in upon Religion, who being cast into such places or societies, where Godliness is in fashion and credit, joyn in to do as others do,
There Are Some that Stumble in upon Religion, who being cast into such places or societies, where Godliness is in fashion and credit, join in to do as Others do,
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and yet their hearts have never chosen Religion: but I have chosen the way of truth, saith the Psalmist.
and yet their hearts have never chosen Religion: but I have chosen the Way of truth, Says the Psalmist.
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2. What it is he chose of Religion;
2. What it is he chosen of Religion;
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The way of Truth, the Testimonies or Precepts of the Lord. Some there are that have chosen the wages of Righteousness,The Way of Truth, the Testimonies or Precepts of the Lord. some there Are that have chosen the wages of Righteousness,
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but not the way of Righteousness, the Promises, but not the Precepts of the Lord; as much as you will of the sweet, but none of the sweat of Religion:
but not the Way of Righteousness, the Promises, but not the Precepts of the Lord; as much as you will of the sweet, but none of the sweat of Religion:
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But I (saith he) have chosen the way of Truth. 3. What account he hath of what he hath chosen;
But I (Says he) have chosen the Way of Truth. 3. What account he hath of what he hath chosen;
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He accounts it as his heritage.
He accounts it as his heritage.
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There be some that choose Religion, but it is only for a covering, or a cloak to hid their wickedness, making the same use of it, which a Whore doth of her paint, to hide the deformity that is under.
There be Some that choose Religion, but it is only for a covering, or a cloak to hid their wickedness, making the same use of it, which a Whore does of her paint, to hide the deformity that is under.
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Others take up Religion for their last Refuge; something they must have, to which they may have recourse at last;
Others take up Religion for their last Refuge; something they must have, to which they may have recourse At last;
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but they will not have much to do with it, nor take much pleasure in it at present:
but they will not have much to do with it, nor take much pleasure in it At present:
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But he chooses it, not only as his Refuge, bur as his Riches, not only to be the ground of his future hopes, but to be the matter of his present joy. From all these Scriptures, observe,
But he chooses it, not only as his Refuge, burr as his Riches, not only to be the ground of his future hope's, but to be the matter of his present joy. From all these Scriptures, observe,
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1. That a godly mans settled Judgment is, That a godly life is the best and happiest life.
1. That a godly men settled Judgement is, That a godly life is the best and Happiest life.
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2. That a godly mans choice is according to his Judgment. He esteems the fear of the Lord above Gold, and he chooses it before gold;
2. That a godly men choice is according to his Judgement. He esteems the Fear of the Lord above Gold, and he chooses it before gold;
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He is better pleased, and doth rather take up with the meanest, and most afflicted condition, in a way of holiness,
He is better pleased, and does rather take up with the Meanest, and most afflicted condition, in a Way of holiness,
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than with the most plentiful, and prosperous estate, in a way of sin; he prefers the poverty of Christ, before the riches of the World.
than with the most plentiful, and prosperous estate, in a Way of since; he prefers the poverty of christ, before the riches of the World.
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3. Godly men and worldly men are distinguished, and may be known the one from the other, by their choice they make for themselves.
3. Godly men and worldly men Are distinguished, and may be known the one from the other, by their choice they make for themselves.
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He that makes a worldly choice, is a worldly man; and he is a godly man that makes a godly choice.
He that makes a worldly choice, is a worldly man; and he is a godly man that makes a godly choice.
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Take Godliness with all its inconveniencies, with all its difficulties and distresses, when it is most under a cloud of reproach and contempt,
Take Godliness with all its inconveniences, with all its difficulties and Distresses, when it is most under a cloud of reproach and contempt,
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and take a worldly life with all its advantages, preferments, pleasures, in its greatest Sun-shine of outward prosperity and glory:
and take a worldly life with all its advantages, preferments, pleasures, in its greatest Sunshine of outward Prosperity and glory:
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And he is not a godly man, he is not of the Psalmist 's Spirit, that is not able to say, Give me this poor despised, godly life,
And he is not a godly man, he is not of the Psalmist is Spirit, that is not able to say, Give me this poor despised, godly life,
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before the most flourishing life of worldlings. before the most flourishing life of worldlings.
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3. Mark. 3. Whosoever hath true Grace, doth actually live a godly life.
3. Mark. 3. Whosoever hath true Grace, does actually live a godly life.
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The tree is best known by its fruits, the sincerity of our purposes, by our performances.
The tree is best known by its fruits, the sincerity of our Purposes, by our performances.
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If you think you have chosen a godly life, and yet do not live a godly life, it is a sign you are mistaken,
If you think you have chosen a godly life, and yet do not live a godly life, it is a Signen you Are mistaken,
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and have not sincerely chosen it. 1 John 3. 7, 10. He that doth righteousness is righteous;
and have not sincerely chosen it. 1 John 3. 7, 10. He that does righteousness is righteous;
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he that doth not righteousnese is not of God. There is a two-fold Righteousness, and there is a two-fold doing Righteousness.he that does not Righteousness is not of God. There is a twofold Righteousness, and there is a twofold doing Righteousness.
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First, There is a two-fold Righteousness. Righteousness is taken,First, There is a twofold Righteousness. Righteousness is taken,
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1. In a strict sense for Justice, properly so called, which stands in the due observation of that Rule, Whatsoever you would that men should do to you, do you e•en so to them.
1. In a strict sense for justice, properly so called, which Stands in the due observation of that Rule, Whatsoever you would that men should do to you, do you e•en so to them.
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2. In a larger sense for Holiness, or an universal rectitude of all our actions. To live according to our Rule, the whole Word of God, is, to live righteously.
2. In a larger sense for Holiness, or an universal rectitude of all our actions. To live according to our Rule, the Whole Word of God, is, to live righteously.
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In this Scripture it is taken in this latter and larger sense;
In this Scripture it is taken in this latter and larger sense;
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He who carries himself holily and unblameably, both in the things pertaining to God, and also in the things pertaining to men, he doth righteosness.
He who carries himself holily and unblamably, both in the things pertaining to God, and also in the things pertaining to men, he does righteousness.
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Secondly, There is a two-fold doing Righteousness. 1. In a Legal sense, which stands in an exact obeying and fulfilling the Law. Secondly, There is a twofold doing Righteousness. 1. In a Legal sense, which Stands in an exact obeying and fulfilling the Law.
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And thus there is none righteous, no not one; because thus, there is none that doth righteousness. 2. In an Evangelical sense:
And thus there is none righteous, no not one; Because thus, there is none that does righteousness. 2. In an Evangelical sense:
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A walking uprightly according to the Truth of the Gospel: A sincere endeavour to observe all things which the Lord hath commanded us.A walking uprightly according to the Truth of the Gospel: A sincere endeavour to observe all things which the Lord hath commanded us.
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For the further clearing whereof, I must make use of a two-fold distinction.
For the further clearing whereof, I must make use of a twofold distinction.
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1. I must distinguish betwixt a single good action, and a series of good actions. It is not one,
1. I must distinguish betwixt a single good actium, and a series of good actions. It is not one,
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or a few single good actions, but a continued course of holy actions, that denominates us holy.
or a few single good actions, but a continued course of holy actions, that denominates us holy.
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As there is no man so holy, who doth not sometimes fall into sin;
As there is no man so holy, who does not sometime fallen into since;
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so there are few men so wicked, who do not sometimes fall in with that which is good,
so there Are few men so wicked, who do not sometime fallen in with that which is good,
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and as every sin which a godly man, through infirmity, falls into, doth not presently denominate him ungodly; so neither will a few good actions done by another man prove him godly. 'Tis what the course and tenour of the life, that must be diligently observed.
and as every since which a godly man, through infirmity, falls into, does not presently denominate him ungodly; so neither will a few good actions done by Another man prove him godly. It's what the course and tenor of the life, that must be diligently observed.
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A godly man makes godliness the business of his Life.
A godly man makes godliness the business of his Life.
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Religion is a Christians trade, and you may well call it his trade upon a double account.
Religion is a Christians trade, and you may well call it his trade upon a double account.
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1. It is his living and livelihood; men live upon their trades, a mans trade is his maintenance, his bread,
1. It is his living and livelihood; men live upon their trades, a men trade is his maintenance, his bred,
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and his cloaths, and his lodging, all comes in from his trade: Godliness is a Christians whole living, he prayes, and he lives by praying;
and his clothes, and his lodging, all comes in from his trade: Godliness is a Christians Whole living, he prays, and he lives by praying;
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he believes, and he lives by faith; he loves, and he lives by love; all the supports, succours, comforts of this life, come in this way.
he believes, and he lives by faith; he loves, and he lives by love; all the supports, succours, comforts of this life, come in this Way.
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A Christians livelyhood is all laid up in Christ, and in the exercises of godliness, he gets it down into his Soul:
A Christians livelihood is all laid up in christ, and in the exercises of godliness, he gets it down into his Soul:
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Take away from a Christian his Religion, take away Faith and Prayer, and Hope and Love,
Take away from a Christian his Religion, take away Faith and Prayer, and Hope and Love,
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and the Labours and Exercises of them, and you leave him a poor man indeed; take away his house, and his means, and yet he lives;
and the Labours and Exercises of them, and you leave him a poor man indeed; take away his house, and his means, and yet he lives;
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take away his bread, and yet he lives; but take Faith, and Hope, and Prayer, &c. from him, and he dies.
take away his bred, and yet he lives; but take Faith, and Hope, and Prayer, etc. from him, and he die.
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2. Godliness is the business of his life:
2. Godliness is the business of his life:
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A mans trade is his constant work; not the exercise of now and then a day,
A men trade is his constant work; not the exercise of now and then a day,
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or an hour, upon occasion, but it is his every dayes work. Godliness, as it is a Christians daily bread,
or an hour, upon occasion, but it is his every days work. Godliness, as it is a Christians daily bred,
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so it is his daily work.
so it is his daily work.
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Judge not thy self by what thou art in some few Holy dayes of thy life,
Judge not thy self by what thou art in Some few Holy days of thy life,
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when perhaps by falling into affliction, or into some good society, or being present at some good Duty,
when perhaps by falling into affliction, or into Some good society, or being present At Some good Duty,
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or Ordinance, thou seemest for a fit, to be another man than thou art at other times.
or Ordinance, thou seemest for a fit, to be Another man than thou art At other times.
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Judge not thy self to be what thou art, when thou art not thy self, when thou art but in a fit:
Judge not thy self to be what thou art, when thou art not thy self, when thou art but in a fit:
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but see what the trade and ordinary way of thy life is; he that in his ordinary course does righteousness, he is righteous.
but see what the trade and ordinary Way of thy life is; he that in his ordinary course does righteousness, he is righteous.
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2. I must distinguish betwixt a Christians actions, and his care about his actions:
2. I must distinguish betwixt a Christians actions, and his care about his actions:
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699
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the Holy actions of some that are really Godly, especially of young beginners, may be but few, in comparison,
the Holy actions of Some that Are really Godly, especially of young beginners, may be but few, in comparison,
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699
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but their care is more continued: what the Apostle saith of unmarried persons, is true of all Christians;
but their care is more continued: what the Apostle Says of unmarried Persons, is true of all Christians;
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every soul that is married to the Lord, careth how to please his Husband: though I do nor say, that all carelesness doth conclude we have no grace;
every soul that is married to the Lord, Careth how to please his Husband: though I do nor say, that all carelessness does conclude we have no grace;
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yet this I say, it is more than careless Christians can tell, whether they have any grace or no,
yet this I say, it is more than careless Christians can tell, whither they have any grace or no,
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though such may have grace, yet they can have no assurance.
though such may have grace, yet they can have no assurance.
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He that finds that the great care of his life is how to please the Lord, is of God.
He that finds that the great care of his life is how to please the Lord, is of God.
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Try your selves by this Mark also:
Try your selves by this Mark also:
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do not enquire only about your affections, what your desires are, or what your joyes are, what your comforts are,
do not inquire only about your affections, what your Desires Are, or what your Joys Are, what your comforts Are,
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700
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or what your peace is, but what your paths are:
or what your peace is, but what your paths Are:
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when all comes to all, this is the surest mark, He that doth Righteousness is Righteous, he that doth not Righteousness, is not of God.
when all comes to all, this is the Surest mark, He that does Righteousness is Righteous, he that does not Righteousness, is not of God.
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700
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3807
Put all these together, and whosoever there is of you that is thus willing to part with sin, doth thus esteem,
Put all these together, and whosoever there is of you that is thus willing to part with since, does thus esteem,
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and hath thus chosen a godly life above all other lives;
and hath thus chosen a godly life above all other lives;
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3809
and hath this attested by his actual care in his ordinary course to please God, Oh! be thankful, and bless God for ever:
and hath this attested by his actual care in his ordinary course to please God, Oh! be thankful, and bless God for ever:
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701
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3810
there is that work of Grace begun in thy soul, that doth undoubtedly prove thee to be of God,
there is that work of Grace begun in thy soul, that does undoubtedly prove thee to be of God,
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701
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3811
and in the State of Salvation.
and in the State of Salvation.
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701
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3812
Having faithfully tryed your selves by these certain and infallible marks, and proved your selves to be in the state of Grace, (for I would advise you, to bring your trial to a clear judgment) then proceed in the next place to examine;
Having faithfully tried your selves by these certain and infallible marks, and proved your selves to be in the state of Grace, (for I would Advice you, to bring your trial to a clear judgement) then proceed in the next place to examine;
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2. Whether you be in a thriving and flourishing estate or no? whether you have made a comfortable progress in holiness? or whether you be at a stand, or behind hand?
2. Whither you be in a thriving and flourishing estate or no? whither you have made a comfortable progress in holiness? or whither you be At a stand, or behind hand?
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(23) mark (DIV2)
703
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3814
To help you in this, I shall only give you these two or three short directions:
To help you in this, I shall only give you these two or three short directions:
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(23) mark (DIV2)
704
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3815
1. Compare your selves with your selves; your present state with your former state:
1. Compare your selves with your selves; your present state with your former state:
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705
Page 287
3816
Look back and consider what you were, or have been at any time since you first believed,
Look back and Consider what you were, or have been At any time since you First believed,
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705
Page 287
3817
and then see what ground you have gotten or lost.
and then see what ground you have got or lost.
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705
Page 287
3818
2. Compare your state with your time that you have had, and your means, and opportunities,
2. Compare your state with your time that you have had, and your means, and opportunities,
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706
Page 287
3819
and the several talents that you have received. and the several Talents that you have received.
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706
Page 287
3820
See if your stature in grace be answerable to your standing, if you are of seven,
See if your stature in grace be answerable to your standing, if you Are of seven,
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(23) mark (DIV2)
706
Page 287
3821
or ten, or twenty yeares standing in the Vineyard of the Lord, consider ▪ if you also be of so many years growth;
or ten, or twenty Years standing in the Vineyard of the Lord, Consider ▪ if you also be of so many Years growth;
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706
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3822
See if your reckonings you have to bring in be answerable to your receipts; If you have been of long standing, and yet are but little of stature;
See if your reckonings you have to bring in be answerable to your receipts; If you have been of long standing, and yet Are but little of stature;
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(23) mark (DIV2)
706
Page 287
3823
if your knowledge be as little, your faith as weak, your love as cold, your peace, your comforts as uncertain, your corruptions as many and mighty as they have been many years since, much more if the waters of grace and peace run lower now than they did heretofore, you may conclude your selves to be but in a poor case,
if your knowledge be as little, your faith as weak, your love as cold, your peace, your comforts as uncertain, your corruptions as many and mighty as they have been many Years since, much more if the waters of grace and peace run lower now than they did heretofore, you may conclude your selves to be but in a poor case,
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706
Page 287
3824
and indeed to be out of case.
and indeed to be out of case.
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3825
3. Compare your selves with the best of other Christians, to whom you have been equal in time, and other circumstances.
3. Compare your selves with the best of other Christians, to whom you have been equal in time, and other Circumstances.
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(23) mark (DIV2)
707
Page 287
3826
See if you have kept pace with the best of your time.
See if you have kept pace with the best of your time.
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(23) mark (DIV2)
707
Page 287
3827
If you see your selves behind your company, much more if you see divers that have set forth after you, to have out-run you, and gotten much before you:
If you see your selves behind your company, much more if you see diverse that have Set forth After you, to have outrun you, and got much before you:
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(23) mark (DIV2)
707
Page 288
3828
If you see Christians of less time, of less parts, that have had fewer helps, greater hinderances, to have gotten the start of you:
If you see Christians of less time, of less parts, that have had fewer helps, greater hindrances, to have got the start of you:
cs pn22 vvb np1 pp-f dc n1, pp-f dc n2, cst vhb vhn dc n2, jc n2, pc-acp vhi vvn dt n1 pp-f pn22:
(23) mark (DIV2)
707
Page 288
3829
if those that have been but a few hours in the field are returning home laden with the sheaves they have gotten,
if those that have been but a few hours in the field Are returning home laden with the sheaves they have got,
cs d cst vhb vbn p-acp dt d n2 p-acp dt n1 vbr vvg av-an j p-acp dt n2 pns32 vhb vvn,
(23) mark (DIV2)
707
Page 288
3830
and you that have been there all the day, have gotten only a few poor•handfuls, you will have no reason to think it over-well with you.
and you that have been there all the day, have got only a few poor•handfuls, you will have no reason to think it overwell with you.
cc pn22 cst vhb vbn a-acp d dt n1, vhb vvn av-j dt d n2, pn22 vmb vhi dx n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 j p-acp pn22.
(23) mark (DIV2)
707
Page 288
3831
Christians, you, whose case this is, a barren and unthriving case: Oh! labour to see it, and to lament it, and to acknowledge it;
Christians, you, whose case this is, a barren and unthriving case: Oh! labour to see it, and to lament it, and to acknowledge it;
np1, pn22, rg-crq n1 d vbz, dt j cc j-vvg n1: uh n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, cc pc-acp vvi pn31, cc pc-acp vvi pn31;
(23) mark (DIV2)
708
Page 288
3832
I confess it is even thus with me, I confess this is my case; if it be, bewail it, mourn over your neglects, and bemoan your poverty:I confess it is even thus with me, I confess this is my case; if it be, bewail it, mourn over your neglects, and bemoan your poverty:
pns11 vvb pn31 vbz av av p-acp pno11, pns11 vvb d vbz po11 n1; cs pn31 vbb, vvb pn31, vvb a-acp po22 vvz, cc vvb po22 n1:
(23) mark (DIV2)
708
Page 288
3833
If you had had a great trade in the world, and a good stock, and good markets,
If you had had a great trade in the world, and a good stock, and good Markets,
cs pn22 vhd vhn dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, cc dt j n1, cc j n2,
(23) mark (DIV2)
708
Page 288
3834
and shouldst trade and trade from time to time and never prosper, but be poor and low,
and Shouldst trade and trade from time to time and never prosper, but be poor and low,
cc vmd2 vvi cc vvi p-acp n1 p-acp n1 cc av-x vvb, cc-acp vbi j cc j,
(23) mark (DIV2)
708
Page 288
3835
when you see others of the same trade to flourish and grow rich, how near would it go to your hearts? Christianity is a good trade, Grace is a good stock, the Ordinances of God, under which you have lived, have been good Markets, many that have set up long since you did, are grown rich, rich in grace, rich in comfort, rich in good Fruits,
when you see Others of the same trade to flourish and grow rich, how near would it go to your hearts? Christianity is a good trade, Grace is a good stock, the Ordinances of God, under which you have lived, have been good Markets, many that have Set up long since you did, Are grown rich, rich in grace, rich in Comfort, rich in good Fruits,
c-crq pn22 vvi n2-jn pp-f dt d n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi j, c-crq av-j vmd pn31 vvi p-acp po22 n2? np1 vbz dt j n1, n1 vbz dt j n1, dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp r-crq pn22 vhb vvn, vhb vbn j n2, d cst vhb vvn a-acp av-j c-acp pn22 vdd, vbr vvn j, j p-acp n1, j p-acp n1, j p-acp j n2,
(23) mark (DIV2)
708
Page 288
3836
and yet that you should still be so poor, and behind hand, this is lamentable: And oh!
and yet that you should still be so poor, and behind hand, this is lamentable: And o!
cc av cst pn22 vmd av vbi av j, cc p-acp n1, d vbz j: cc uh!
(23) mark (DIV2)
708
Page 288
3837
lament over it, and consider, that it is time for you now at length to look better to your selves.
lament over it, and Consider, that it is time for you now At length to look better to your selves.
vvb p-acp pn31, cc vvi, cst pn31 vbz n1 p-acp pn22 av p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi av-jc p-acp po22 n2.
(23) mark (DIV2)
708
Page 288
3838
That you may get into a better case, examine a little farther, what it is that hath hindered your thriving, and kept you back:
That you may get into a better case, examine a little farther, what it is that hath hindered your thriving, and kept you back:
cst pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt jc n1, vvb dt j av-jc, r-crq pn31 vbz cst vhz vvn po22 j-vvg, cc vvd pn22 av:
(23) mark (DIV2)
709
Page 288
3839
Some of these following hindrances, which I shall name in a word to you; some one, or more of them, it's very likely, have kept you thus back. Either,
some of these following hindrances, which I shall name in a word to you; Some one, or more of them, it's very likely, have kept you thus back. Either,
d pp-f d j-vvg n2, r-crq pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn22; d pi, cc dc pp-f pno32, pn31|vbz av j, vhb vvn pn22 av av. av-d,
(23) mark (DIV2)
709
Page 289
3840
1. A slight and overly performance of Holy Duties: Duties have a great influence upon the state of our Hearts and Lives.
1. A slight and overly performance of Holy Duties: Duties have a great influence upon the state of our Hearts and Lives.
crd dt j cc av-j n1 pp-f j n2: n2 vhb dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 cc n2.
(23) mark (DIV2)
710
Page 289
3841
Look what Christians are in their secret duties, you shall find them much after the same rate in their ordinary course;
Look what Christians Are in their secret duties, you shall find them much After the same rate in their ordinary course;
n1 q-crq njpg2 vbr p-acp po32 j-jn n2, pn22 vmb vvi pno32 d p-acp dt d n1 p-acp po32 j n1;
(23) mark (DIV2)
710
Page 289
3842
if you see a Professor that's dead and barren, and careless, and unsavoury in his life, follow him into his Closet,
if you see a Professor that's dead and barren, and careless, and unsavoury in his life, follow him into his Closet,
cs pn22 vvb dt n1 cst|vbz j cc j, cc j, cc j p-acp po31 n1, vvb pno31 p-acp po31 n1,
(23) mark (DIV2)
710
Page 289
3843
and you shall (ten to one) find him as slight, and dead, and heedless in his Prayers;
and you shall (ten to one) find him as slight, and dead, and heedless in his Prayers;
cc pn22 vmb (crd p-acp crd) vvb pno31 p-acp j, cc j, cc j p-acp po31 n2;
(23) mark (DIV2)
710
Page 289
3844
and those that shift over their duties, will but shuffle in their conversations. Try if this be not your case. Or,
and those that shift over their duties, will but shuffle in their conversations. Try if this be not your case. Or,
cc d cst vvb p-acp po32 n2, vmb p-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2. vvb cs d vbb xx po22 n1. cc,
(23) mark (DIV2)
710
Page 289
3845
2. Unprofitable Converse with Christian Friends. The Communion of Saints should be improved to the edification of Saints. Christians should find other matters to talk of,
2. Unprofitable Converse with Christian Friends. The Communion of Saints should be improved to the edification of Saints. Christians should find other matters to talk of,
crd j-u n1 p-acp np1 n2. dt n1 pp-f n2 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. np1 vmd vvi j-jn n2 pc-acp vvi pp-f,
(23) mark (DIV2)
711
Page 289
3846
than of their Corn and Cattel, the Weather, or News;
than of their Corn and Cattle, the Weather, or News;
cs pp-f po32 n1 cc n2, dt n1, cc n1;
(23) mark (DIV2)
711
Page 289
3847
What? have you not a God, nor a Christ, nor a Soul to be minding each other of? Never a word of your Country whither you are Travelling? We should come together, to get light from each others Candle, to get warmth from each others fire:
What? have you not a God, nor a christ, nor a Soul to be minding each other of? Never a word of your Country whither you Are Traveling? We should come together, to get Light from each Others Candle, to get warmth from each Others fire:
q-crq? vhb pn22 xx dt n1, ccx dt np1, ccx dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvg d n-jn pp-f? av-x dt n1 pp-f po22 n1 c-crq pn22 vbr vvg? pns12 vmd vvi av, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d ng1-jn n1, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d ng1-jn n1:
(23) mark (DIV2)
711
Page 289
3848
If you squander away such opportunities, no wonder if you remain dark and cold: Examine if you be not faulty here. Or,
If you squander away such opportunities, no wonder if you remain dark and cold: Examine if you be not faulty Here. Or,
cs pn22 vvi av d n2, dx n1 cs pn22 vvb j cc j-jn: vvb cs pn22 vbb xx j av. cc,
(23) mark (DIV2)
711
Page 289
3849
3. Unnecessary Converse with Carnal Friends. Frothy and Unsavoury Company leaves a chill, and a damp,
3. Unnecessary Converse with Carnal Friends. Frothy and Unsavoury Company leaves a chill, and a damp,
crd j-u n1 p-acp j n2. j cc j n1 vvz dt n-jn, cc dt n-jn,
(23) mark (DIV2)
712
Page 289
3850
and a vanity upon our Spirits.
and a vanity upon our Spirits.
cc dt n1 p-acp po12 n2.
(23) mark (DIV2)
712
Page 289
3851
It is not for nothing that Christ requires his Disciples, to forsake all the world, Father and Mother, Son and Daughter, much more such carnal friends as are at a greater distance;
It is not for nothing that christ requires his Disciples, to forsake all the world, Father and Mother, Son and Daughter, much more such carnal Friends as Are At a greater distance;
pn31 vbz xx p-acp pix cst np1 vvz po31 n2, pc-acp vvi d dt n1, n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1, av-d av-dc d j n2 c-acp vbr p-acp dt jc n1;
(23) mark (DIV2)
712
Page 290
3852
if we cannot forget these, they will quickly help us to forget our God, and our selves.
if we cannot forget these, they will quickly help us to forget our God, and our selves.
cs pns12 vmbx vvi d, pns32 vmb av-j vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi po12 n1, cc po12 n2.
(23) mark (DIV2)
712
Page 290
3853
Yet Religion doth not teach us to be unnatural, or uncivil, it requires that we give to all their dues, friendship to whom friendship, courtesie to whom courtesie;
Yet Religion does not teach us to be unnatural, or Uncivil, it requires that we give to all their dues, friendship to whom friendship, courtesy to whom courtesy;
av n1 vdz xx vvi pno12 pc-acp vbi j, cc j, pn31 vvz cst pns12 vvb p-acp d po32 n2-jn, n1 p-acp ro-crq n1, n1 p-acp ro-crq n1;
(23) mark (DIV2)
713
Page 290
3854
and duty to whom duty belongs;
and duty to whom duty belongs;
cc n1 p-acp ro-crq n1 vvz;
(23) mark (DIV2)
713
Page 290
3855
but this it teacheth, that we do not unnecessarily converse with those, whose society we may avoid,
but this it Teaches, that we do not unnecessarily converse with those, whose society we may avoid,
cc-acp d pn31 vvz, cst pns12 vdb xx av-j vvi p-acp d, rg-crq n1 pns12 vmb vvi,
(23) mark (DIV2)
713
Page 290
3856
nor unwaily with those whom we may not avoid. With whom soever your dwelling be, let your delight be in the Saints:
nor unwaily with those whom we may not avoid. With whom soever your Dwelling be, let your delight be in the Saints:
ccx j p-acp d r-crq pns12 vmb xx vvi. p-acp ro-crq av po22 n1 vbi, vvb po22 n1 vbb p-acp dt n2:
(23) mark (DIV2)
713
Page 290
3857
if God cast you among others, let them he your fear, rather than your familiars;
if God cast you among Others, let them he your Fear, rather than your familiars;
cs np1 vvb pn22 p-acp n2-jn, vvb pno32 pns31 po22 n1, av-c cs po22 n2-jn;
(23) mark (DIV2)
713
Page 290
3858
and keep suce a due distance, as may neither hinder you in your duties to them,
and keep suce a due distance, as may neither hinder you in your duties to them,
cc vvb vvi dt j-jn n1, c-acp vmb dx vvi pn22 p-acp po22 n2 p-acp pno32,
(23) mark (DIV2)
713
Page 290
3859
nor prejudice you in your duty to God; examine how it hath been with you upon this account. Or,
nor prejudice you in your duty to God; examine how it hath been with you upon this account. Or,
ccx n1 pn22 p-acp po22 n1 p-acp np1; vvb c-crq pn31 vhz vbn p-acp pn22 p-acp d n1. cc,
(23) mark (DIV2)
713
Page 290
3860
4. Over-busying your selves about the affairs of this life.
4. Over-busying your selves about the affairs of this life.
crd j po22 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1.
(23) mark (DIV2)
714
Page 290
3861
It may be, you find so much work to do abroad, that you let all lye at randome within.
It may be, you find so much work to do abroad, that you let all lie At random within.
pn31 vmb vbi, pn22 vvb av av-d vvi pc-acp vdi av, cst pn22 vvb d n1 p-acp av-an p-acp.
(23) mark (DIV2)
714
Page 290
3862
It may be, the reason why your hearts are so cold, is, because you have so many Irons in the fire, you have so many fields to look to, that your garden is all over-run with weeds: Or,
It may be, the reason why your hearts Are so cold, is, Because you have so many Irons in the fire, you have so many fields to look to, that your garden is all overrun with weeds: Or,
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(23) mark (DIV2)
714
Page 290
3863
5. The remaining guilt of some unrepented sin, Israel cannot prosper whil'st there is an accursed thing in the Camp. Or else,
5. The remaining guilt of Some unrepented since, Israel cannot prosper whilst there is an accursed thing in the Camp. Or Else,
crd dt j-vvg n1 pp-f d n1 n1, np1 vmbx vvi cs pc-acp vbz dt j-vvn n1 p-acp dt n1. cc av,
(23) mark (DIV2)
715
Page 290
3864
6. Some unmortified lust that you live under the power of, and yet, it may be, take no notice of.
6. some unmortified lust that you live under the power of, and yet, it may be, take no notice of.
crd d vvn n1 cst pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f, cc av, pn31 vmb vbi, vvb dx n1 pp-f.
(23) mark (DIV2)
716
Page 290
3865
You have, it may be, a proud heart, or an angry, fretful heart, or an envious, revengeful heart,
You have, it may be, a proud heart, or an angry, fretful heart, or an envious, revengeful heart,
pn22 vhb, pn31 vmb vbi, dt j n1, cc dt j, j n1, cc dt j, j n1,
(23) mark (DIV2)
716
Page 291
3866
and this may be it that makes you pine away.
and this may be it that makes you pine away.
cc d vmb vbi pn31 cst vvz pn22 vvb av.
(23) mark (DIV2)
716
Page 291
3867
An unmortified lust in the heart, is like a moth in the Garment, that eats out the strength,
an unmortified lust in the heart, is like a moth in the Garment, that eats out the strength,
dt vvn n1 p-acp dt n1, vbz av-j dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cst vvz av dt n1,
(23) mark (DIV2)
716
Page 291
3868
and marrs the beauty of it.
and mars the beauty of it.
cc vvz dt n1 pp-f pn31.
(23) mark (DIV2)
716
Page 291
3869
Pride in the heart, is as proud flesh in a wound, whatever medicines be used, the wound remains uncured, till the proud flesh be taken off.
Pride in the heart, is as proud Flesh in a wound, whatever medicines be used, the wound remains uncured, till the proud Flesh be taken off.
n1 p-acp dt n1, vbz a-acp j n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq n2 vbb vvn, dt n1 vvz j, c-acp dt j n1 vbi vvn a-acp.
(23) mark (DIV2)
716
Page 291
3870
An angry, fretful heart, is like a Wolf in the breast, whatever be applyed, it will prey upon and devour it,
an angry, fretful heart, is like a Wolf in the breast, whatever be applied, it will prey upon and devour it,
dt j, j n1, vbz av-j dt n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbb vvd, pn31 vmb vvi p-acp cc vvi pn31,
(23) mark (DIV2)
716
Page 291
3871
and the body pine away, till the fretting humour be cured. And so any other prevailing lust will have the same effect.
and the body pine away, till the fretting humour be cured. And so any other prevailing lust will have the same Effect.
cc dt n1 vvb av, c-acp dt j-vvg n1 vbi vvn. cc av d j-jn j-vvg n1 vmb vhi dt d n1.
(23) mark (DIV2)
716
Page 291
3872
As a man in a Consumption, that's wasted to skin and bone, whatever cordials, or restoratives he takes, his flesh will never be gotten up, his strength will never return, till the corroding Rheum be staid.
As a man in a Consumption, that's wasted to skin and bone, whatever cordials, or restoratives he Takes, his Flesh will never be got up, his strength will never return, till the corroding Rheum be stayed.
p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, d|vbz vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, r-crq n2, cc n2 pns31 vvz, po31 n1 vmb av-x vbi vvn a-acp, po31 n1 vmb av-x vvi, c-acp dt j-vvg n1 vbi vvn.
(23) mark (DIV2)
716
Page 291
3873
If there be any prevailing lust in thy soul, especially if thou indulgest to it, in vain shalt thou use many Medicines,
If there be any prevailing lust in thy soul, especially if thou indulgest to it, in vain shalt thou use many Medicines,
cs pc-acp vbb d j-vvg n1 p-acp po21 n1, av-j cs pns21 vv2 p-acp pn31, p-acp j vm2 pns21 vvi d n2,
(23) mark (DIV2)
716
Page 291
3874
for thou shalt not be cured, till that lust be subdued.
for thou shalt not be cured, till that lust be subdued.
c-acp pns21 vm2 xx vbi vvn, c-acp cst n1 vbi vvn.
(23) mark (DIV2)
716
Page 291
3875
Thou may'st pray, and fast, and complain all thy life long, of thy deadness, and barrenness,
Thou Mayest pray, and fast, and complain all thy life long, of thy deadness, and Barrenness,
pns21 vm2 vvi, cc av-j, cc vvi d po21 n1 av-j, pp-f po21 n1, cc n1,
(23) mark (DIV2)
716
Page 291
3876
and languishing state, and yet still be pining away, whil'st there is any iniquity that thy heart gives indulgence to.
and languishing state, and yet still be pining away, whilst there is any iniquity that thy heart gives indulgence to.
cc j-vvg n1, cc av av vbi vvg av, cs pc-acp vbz d n1 cst po21 n1 vvz n1 p-acp.
(23) mark (DIV2)
716
Page 291
3877
Search diligently, and see if this be not thy case. 7. Slothfulness. The field of the sluggard is a barren field.
Search diligently, and see if this be not thy case. 7. Slothfulness. The field of the sluggard is a barren field.
n1 av-j, cc vvb cs d vbb xx po21 n1. crd n1. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz dt j n1.
(23) mark (DIV2)
716
Page 291
3878
He that will not plough, nor sow, nor weed, nor watch, nor work in his field, is like to have but a poor crop, Prov. 24. 30. 8. Contentedness with thy poor, and low, and barren state.
He that will not plough, nor sow, nor weed, nor watch, nor work in his field, is like to have but a poor crop, Curae 24. 30. 8. Contentedness with thy poor, and low, and barren state.
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(23) mark (DIV2)
717
Page 291
3879
Some that are born poor, live all their dayes, and take up with their poor state, and never look after riches.
some that Are born poor, live all their days, and take up with their poor state, and never look After riches.
d cst vbr vvn j, vvb d po32 n2, cc vvb a-acp p-acp po32 j n1, cc av-x vvb p-acp n2.
(23) mark (DIV2)
718
Page 291
3880
For ought thou knowest, thy heart might have been in much better case, if thou hadst intended riches.
For ought thou Knowest, thy heart might have been in much better case, if thou Hadst intended riches.
p-acp pi pns21 vv2, po21 n1 vmd vhi vbn p-acp d jc n1, cs pns21 vhd2 vvn n2.
(23) mark (DIV2)
718
Page 292
3881
'Tis the covetous Christian, that is the rich Christian.
It's the covetous Christian, that is the rich Christian.
pn31|vbz dt j njp, cst vbz dt j njp.
(23) mark (DIV2)
718
Page 292
3882
As 'tis with worldly men, the Covetous of the earth, these are the rich men of the earth, these are the monied men, the landed men, that have laid house to house, field to field:
As it's with worldly men, the Covetous of the earth, these Are the rich men of the earth, these Are the moneyed men, the landed men, that have laid house to house, field to field:
p-acp pn31|vbz p-acp j n2, dt j pp-f dt n1, d vbr dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, d vbr av vvn n2, dt j-vvn n2, cst vhb vvn n1 p-acp n1, n1 p-acp n1:
(23) mark (DIV2)
718
Page 292
3883
and it may be, if thou hadst been spiritually covetous, thou mightest have laid grace to grace, comfort to comfort,
and it may be, if thou Hadst been spiritually covetous, thou Mightest have laid grace to grace, Comfort to Comfort,
cc pn31 vmb vbi, cs pns21 vhd2 vbn av-j j, pns21 vmd2 vhi vvn n1 p-acp n1, vvb pc-acp vvi,
(23) mark (DIV2)
718
Page 292
3884
and have been a man of great possessions before this day:
and have been a man of great possessions before this day:
cc vhb vbn dt n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp d n1:
(23) mark (DIV2)
718
Page 292
3885
but thou hast been a narrow-hearted, poor-spirited creature, that never hadst any ambition, not tookest up any design to grow great and rich towards God;
but thou hast been a narrowhearted, poor-spirited creature, that never Hadst any ambition, not tookest up any Design to grow great and rich towards God;
cc-acp pns21 vh2 vbn dt j, j n1, cst av-x vhd2 d n1, xx vvd2 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi j cc j p-acp np1;
(23) mark (DIV2)
718
Page 292
3886
and hereupon 'tis that thou art as thou art.
and hereupon it's that thou art as thou art.
cc av pn31|vbz d pns21 vb2r c-acp pns21 vb2r.
(23) mark (DIV2)
718
Page 292
3887
Christian, though there be none of the former causes mentioned, but may have an hand in bringing poverty upon thee, or holding thee under it;
Christian, though there be none of the former Causes mentioned, but may have an hand in bringing poverty upon thee, or holding thee under it;
njp, cs pc-acp vbb pix pp-f dt j n2 vvn, cc-acp vmb vhi dt n1 p-acp vvg n1 p-acp pno21, cc vvg pno21 p-acp pn31;
(23) mark (DIV2)
719
Page 292
3888
yet, it may be, this last, a contentedness with a little grace, is that to which thow owest most of thy pining disease.
yet, it may be, this last, a contentedness with a little grace, is that to which thou owest most of thy pining disease.
av, pn31 vmb vbi, d ord, dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, vbz d p-acp r-crq pns21 vv2 av-ds pp-f po21 j-vvg n1.
(23) mark (DIV2)
719
Page 292
3889
This is too common a case with Christians.
This is too Common a case with Christians.
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We have not large hearts towards God, we are not covetous after holiness, we are too well contented to be Babes in Christ, to be children in the grace and knowledge of God;
We have not large hearts towards God, we Are not covetous After holiness, we Are too well contented to be Babes in christ, to be children in the grace and knowledge of God;
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where shall we find a Christian almost, that is resolved to be rich; to seek great things for himself, the great things of Eternity I mean, to bring forth much fruit.
where shall we find a Christian almost, that is resolved to be rich; to seek great things for himself, the great things of Eternity I mean, to bring forth much fruit.
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It is no wonder there are so many barren sheep in Christs Fold, so many barren fig-trees in Christs Vineyard, so many starveling souls among the Professors of Religion;
It is no wonder there Are so many barren sheep in Christ Fold, so many barren figtrees in Christ Vineyard, so many starveling Souls among the Professors of Religion;
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when there are so few that do seriously design fruitfulness.
when there Are so few that do seriously Design fruitfulness.
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We might have been as those sheep which Solomon mentions, to resemble the Church by, Cant. 6. 6. Whereof every one beareth Twins; we might have gotten double to what we have done,
We might have been as those sheep which Solomon mentions, to resemble the Church by, Cant 6. 6. Whereof every one bears Twins; we might have got double to what we have done,
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if we had had a mind in earnest to it.
if we had had a mind in earnest to it.
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Brethren, Consider how it is with you, and if you find this to be your case, that your souls are in an unthtiving state, search narrowly if some of the fore-mentioned particulars be not those that have kept you back;
Brothers, Consider how it is with you, and if you find this to be your case, that your Souls Are in an unthtiving state, search narrowly if Some of the forementioned particulars be not those that have kept you back;
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and when you have found out the cause of your disease, rest not till it be removed;
and when you have found out the cause of your disease, rest not till it be removed;
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for be ye well assured, That that which hath hindered, will hinder, till it be taken out of the way.
for be you well assured, That that which hath hindered, will hinder, till it be taken out of the Way.
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THe fourth and last Special Duty I shall direct you in, is, the Renewing of your Covenant: Wherein,
THe fourth and last Special Duty I shall Direct you in, is, the Renewing of your Covenant: Wherein,
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before I give you the Directions, I shall premise,
before I give you the Directions, I shall premise,
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1. That every sincere Christian is (as hath been before shewed) entred into Covenant with God.
1. That every sincere Christian is (as hath been before showed) entered into Covenant with God.
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2. That Christians are guilty of much treachery and false-dealing with God. They break Covenant daily.
2. That Christians Are guilty of much treachery and false-dealing with God. They break Covenant daily.
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The Lord may take up that complaint against many of us, which he took up against Israel, Psal. 78. 36, 37. Nevertheless they did flatter him with their mouth,
The Lord may take up that complaint against many of us, which he took up against Israel, Psalm 78. 36, 37. Nevertheless they did flatter him with their Mouth,
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and lyed unto him in their tongue; their heart was not right with him, neither were they stedfast in the Covenant. and lied unto him in their tongue; their heart was not right with him, neither were they steadfast in the Covenant.
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There is a double falshood in the Covenant, which we may be guilty of.
There is a double falsehood in the Covenant, which we may be guilty of.
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1. There is a falshood in our entring into Covenant; when we do it not heartily,
1. There is a falsehood in our entering into Covenant; when we do it not heartily,
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but feignedly, when our promises to God are nothing but words; when we mean not, nor intend any such thing as our mouth speaks; this is lying unto God.
but feignedly, when our promises to God Are nothing but words; when we mean not, nor intend any such thing as our Mouth speaks; this is lying unto God.
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They lyed to him in their Tongues. They lied to him in their Tongues.
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Oh! how many such lyars are there to be found amongst those that are called Christians!
Oh! how many such liars Are there to be found among those that Are called Christians!
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We have all covenanted to renounce the world, and the love of it, to renounce the flesh,
We have all covenanted to renounce the world, and the love of it, to renounce the Flesh,
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and the lusts of it, to renounce the Devil and his works.
and the Lustiest of it, to renounce the devil and his works.
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We have all Covenanted, to take the Lord to be our God, to cleave to him, obey and serve him only, and all our dayes.
We have all Covenanted, to take the Lord to be our God, to cleave to him, obey and serve him only, and all our days.
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All this we have done in our Baptism, and in our profession that we have since made, to stand to our Baptismal Covenant.
All this we have done in our Baptism, and in our profession that we have since made, to stand to our Baptismal Covenant.
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But have we not, many of us, lyed unto the Lord• Hath there ever been any such thing in our hearts? Those that are false in this Foundation of their Christianity, are but false Christians; those that have lyed unto God in their Covenants, are but lying Converts.
But have we not, many of us, lied unto the Lord• Hath there ever been any such thing in our hearts? Those that Are false in this Foundation of their Christianity, Are but false Christians; those that have lied unto God in their Covenants, Are but lying Converts.
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2. There is a falshood in our keeping Covenant; when, whatever reality there hath been in our intention, yet we fail in execution; when we do not stand to our word,
2. There is a falsehood in our keeping Covenant; when, whatever reality there hath been in our intention, yet we fail in execution; when we do not stand to our word,
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nor are stedfast in our Covenant, and every part thereof. And thus every Christian is more or less guilty.
nor Are steadfast in our Covenant, and every part thereof. And thus every Christian is more or less guilty.
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Every sin we commit, is, in a degree, a breaking Covenant, a departing and going back from the Lord,
Every since we commit, is, in a degree, a breaking Covenant, a departing and going back from the Lord,
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and a dealing treacherously with the most high.
and a dealing treacherously with the most high.
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Oh! how much falshood of this kind is there to be found in every one of us,
Oh! how much falsehood of this kind is there to be found in every one of us,
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when some of our hearts are so set upon the world, and take so much liberty in pursuing,
when Some of our hearts Are so Set upon the world, and take so much liberty in pursuing,
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and so much pleasure in the enjoying of these earthly things, that the Lord is the less regarded and looked after.
and so much pleasure in the enjoying of these earthly things, that the Lord is the less regarded and looked After.
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Is this according to our Covenant? When there is such fleshliness and sensuality to be found amongst others,
Is this according to our Covenant? When there is such fleshliness and sensuality to be found among Others,
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when we live such idle, easie, careless lives; when our appetires, our passions, our tongues are left so much at their liberty;
when we live such idle, easy, careless lives; when our appetires, our passion, our tongues Are left so much At their liberty;
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when there is so much provision made for the flesh, and so little for the soul;
when there is so much provision made for the Flesh, and so little for the soul;
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Is this according to our Covenant? Is this all we meant, in promising to be Christians? Is this our living to God, our living to Christ? Oh! what falshood have we been guilty of!
Is this according to our Covenant? Is this all we meant, in promising to be Christians? Is this our living to God, our living to christ? Oh! what falsehood have we been guilty of!
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3. That all our breaches of Covenant, do exceedingly weaken the bond and obligation of the Covenant.
3. That all our Breaches of Covenant, do exceedingly weaken the bound and obligation of the Covenant.
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The obligation of the Covenant may be said to be weakened in a double sense.
The obligation of the Covenant may be said to be weakened in a double sense.
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1. Really, when the tye of it is relaxed and loosened, and we cease to be so strongly bound as before;
1. Really, when the tie of it is relaxed and loosened, and we cease to be so strongly bound as before;
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and thus no sin can weaken our Covenant-obligation;
and thus no since can weaken our Covenant-obligation;
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it doth not become ever the less our duty, to cleave unto God, for that we have so often departed from him,
it does not become ever the less our duty, to cleave unto God, for that we have so often departed from him,
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or ever the less our sin, to follow the world, for that we have followed it so long.
or ever the less our since, to follow the world, for that we have followed it so long.
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Our sins, in this sense do rather add to the obligation, by how much the less we have paid off our debt, by so much the more there is behind;
Our Sins, in this sense do rather add to the obligation, by how much the less we have paid off our debt, by so much the more there is behind;
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Our former neglects do oblige us to the more care for the future. 2. Sensibly.
Our former neglects do oblige us to the more care for the future. 2. Sensibly.
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When the bond of the Covenant being so often broken, is not now accounted so solemn or so sacred as before;
When the bound of the Covenant being so often broken, is not now accounted so solemn or so sacred as before;
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by how much the more it hath been broken, by so much the less sensible hold hath it upon us.
by how much the more it hath been broken, by so much the less sensible hold hath it upon us.
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It seemeth but a very light thing to persons that have so often and ordinarily broken their Faith with God, to break it over and over again;
It seems but a very Light thing to Persons that have so often and ordinarily broken their Faith with God, to break it over and over again;
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It doth not much affect or trouble such hearts which have been accustomed to transgress, ro revolt more and more.
It does not much affect or trouble such hearts which have been accustomed to transgress, ro revolt more and more.
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When sin can plead prescription, it grows bold.
When since can plead prescription, it grows bold.
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If I were to begin again (saith the sinner) I would take more eare, If I were to begin again (Says the sinner) I would take more ear,
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and look better to my wayes;
and look better to my ways;
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but over shoes over boots, now I have gone on so long, it will not be much worse if I go on a little longer. but over shoes over boots, now I have gone on so long, it will not be much Worse if I go on a little longer.
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4. The Renewing of our Covenant, will revive the Obligation of it. Though there be not a stricter, yet there is another Tye;
4. The Renewing of our Covenant, will revive the Obligation of it. Though there be not a Stricter, yet there is Another Tie;
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There is a new link added to the old cord. Men are more afraid and ashamed to break their word as soon as it is gone forth out of their mouths.
There is a new link added to the old cord. Men Are more afraid and ashamed to break their word as soon as it is gone forth out of their mouths.
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The seriousness wherewith such a sacred duty should be performed, will leave some impressions upon the heart.
The seriousness wherewith such a sacred duty should be performed, will leave Some impressions upon the heart.
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The very considering over our Covenant-breaches, which is necessary to our renewing of it, will awaken our hearts to more care and watchfulness.
The very considering over our Covenant-breaches, which is necessary to our renewing of it, will awaken our hearts to more care and watchfulness.
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These things being premised, I shall give you this double Direction for the performance of this Duty. 1. For the time when. 2. For the manner how.
These things being premised, I shall give you this double Direction for the performance of this Duty. 1. For the time when. 2. For the manner how.
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Touching the former, there are some special times when this Duty is especially seasonable. As, 1. Upon your falls into any greater sins.
Touching the former, there Are Some special times when this Duty is especially seasonable. As, 1. Upon your falls into any greater Sins.
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Great sins make great breaches, and 'tis not safe to let them lie unmade up.Great Sins make great Breaches, and it's not safe to let them lie unmade up.
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Breaking of Covenant makes a breach upon Conscience, and this will prove as the breaking down the banks of the Sea, which,
Breaking of Covenant makes a breach upon Conscience, and this will prove as the breaking down the banks of the Sea, which,
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if they be not presently made up, there may be no stopping them. 2. In great straights and Afflictions.
if they be not presently made up, there may be no stopping them. 2. In great straights and Afflictions.
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We have then our hearts at the advantage, to bring them back, or to bind them the faster to the Lord,
We have then our hearts At the advantage, to bring them back, or to bind them the faster to the Lord,
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when we stand in any special need of comfort, or help from God.
when we stand in any special need of Comfort, or help from God.
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Gen. 28. 20, 21. when Jacob fled from his Fathers house, for fear of his Brother Esau, he vowed, If God will be with me, Gen. 28. 20, 21. when Jacob fled from his Father's house, for Fear of his Brother Esau, he vowed, If God will be with me,
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and will keep me in this way that I go, and will give me bread to eat,
and will keep me in this Way that I go, and will give me bred to eat,
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and rayment to put on, so that I come again to my Fathers house in peace,
and raiment to put on, so that I come again to my Father's house in peace,
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then shall the Lord be my God. Times of straights and difficulties are a special season for this Duty;then shall the Lord be my God. Times of straights and difficulties Are a special season for this Duty;
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though it be too ordinary that those vows which we make in the dayes of our distress, are quickly forgotten in the dayes of our prosperity:
though it be too ordinary that those vows which we make in the days of our distress, Are quickly forgotten in the days of our Prosperity:
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Sickness-promises are in our health like Sampsons Withs, broken, as Tow when it toucheth the fire.
Sickness-promises Are in our health like Sampsons Withs, broken, as Tow when it touches the fire.
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3. In case of any declinings to a careless remiss, and sensless frame of heart or life.
3. In case of any declinings to a careless remiss, and senseless frame of heart or life.
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4. At our approaches to the Table of the Lord. These are some of the special times for the performance of this Duty. 2. For the manner how.
4. At our Approaches to the Table of the Lord. These Are Some of the special times for the performance of this Duty. 2. For the manner how.
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1. Remember your Covenant, read over, and consider distinctly the terms of it, and weigh diligently the strictness,
1. remember your Covenant, read over, and Consider distinctly the terms of it, and weigh diligently the strictness,
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and great solemnity of your engaging to God therein, that your hearts may be the more deeply affected herewith. 2. Remember your faults:
and great solemnity of your engaging to God therein, that your hearts may be the more deeply affected herewith. 2. remember your Faults:
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Read over, and consider distinctly the sins you have fallen into since your engaging to the Lord;
Read over, and Consider distinctly the Sins you have fallen into since your engaging to the Lord;
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together with the several aggravations of them, and repent and be humbled under them, Isa. 50. 4, 5. 3. Especially, consider how your hearts have stood towards the Lord in the main;
together with the several aggravations of them, and Repent and be humbled under them, Isaiah 50. 4, 5. 3. Especially, Consider how your hearts have stood towards the Lord in the main;
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whether your falls have not been such as give you occasion to suspect that you were not upright in your first engaging.
whither your falls have not been such as give you occasion to suspect that you were not upright in your First engaging.
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Consider whether such a life as you have led since, such sins as you have been overcome by since, are consistent with sincerity.
Consider whither such a life as you have led since, such Sins as you have been overcome by since, Are consistent with sincerity.
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4. Resolve upon more care, watchfulness, and faithfulness for the future.
4. Resolve upon more care, watchfulness, and faithfulness for the future.
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Verbal promises, though there appear some affection at the time, if they be not joyned with a resolution to take more care, are like to come to nothing.
Verbal promises, though there appear Some affection At the time, if they be not joined with a resolution to take more care, Are like to come to nothing.
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5. Have a special eye in your engaging to the Lord at your special sins, failings and neglects, that you have found your selves more enclined to, and more ordinarily overtaken by.
5. Have a special eye in your engaging to the Lord At your special Sins, failings and neglects, that you have found your selves more inclined to, and more ordinarily overtaken by.
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I will, through the help of God, watch against every sin, but especially against covetousness, passion,
I will, through the help of God, watch against every since, but especially against covetousness, passion,
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or lying, &c. This is my sin, herein I am apt to be faulty, here my hardest work lies.
or lying, etc. This is my since, herein I am apt to be faulty, Here my Hardest work lies.
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I will watch to every Duty, but especially to temperance, or patience, or self-denial, herein I have been most wanting.
I will watch to every Duty, but especially to temperance, or patience, or self-denial, herein I have been most wanting.
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6. Lay hold on the Covenant or Promise of God, for the renewing of his Grace towards you,
6. Lay hold on the Covenant or Promise of God, for the renewing of his Grace towards you,
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for the renewing of your strength, whereby you may be more enabled to perform your promises, and pay your vowes.
for the renewing of your strength, whereby you may be more enabled to perform your promises, and pay your vows.
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It may be your former experiences of your unfaithful hearts, have quite discouraged you.
It may be your former experiences of your unfaithful hearts, have quite discouraged you.
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I have found this heart of mine so fickle, and so false, and so feeble, that I dare not trust it so far,
I have found this heart of mine so fickle, and so false, and so feeble, that I Dare not trust it so Far,
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as to engage any further for it.
as to engage any further for it.
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I have found my work so hard, my lusts so strong, my temptations so many, my strength so small, my attempts to follow God,
I have found my work so hard, my Lustiest so strong, my temptations so many, my strength so small, my attempts to follow God,
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so successess, that I am afraid I shall never come to any thing;
so Successes, that I am afraid I shall never come to any thing;
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I doubt I shall but mock God, and bring more guilt upon my self, by adventuring to promise any thing farther for this sinful, infirm, and unfaithful heart.
I doubt I shall but mock God, and bring more guilt upon my self, by adventuring to promise any thing farther for this sinful, infirm, and unfaithful heart.
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Why? though thou darest not trust thy heart, yet trust thy God, who hath said, That he will put his fear into thee, that thou shalt not depart from him, that he will renew thy strength,
Why? though thou Darest not trust thy heart, yet trust thy God, who hath said, That he will put his Fear into thee, that thou shalt not depart from him, that he will renew thy strength,
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and that his grace is sufficient for thee. and that his grace is sufficient for thee.
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Depend upon God for the renewing of thy strength, and then fear not to renew thy Vows.
Depend upon God for the renewing of thy strength, and then Fear not to renew thy Vows.
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7. In this strength of the Lord, go into his presence, and with sorrow in thine heart,
7. In this strength of the Lord, go into his presence, and with sorrow in thine heart,
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and shame in thy face, falling down before him, humbly confess and acknowledge thy falls and failings;
and shame in thy face, falling down before him, humbly confess and acknowledge thy falls and failings;
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and then, in the like solemn manner, as thou hast been before directed, engage thy self again to the Lord in the same Covenant.
and then, in the like solemn manner, as thou hast been before directed, engage thy self again to the Lord in the same Covenant.
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2. I shall next direct you to make right improvement of Duties. Godliness doth not stand barely in Praying, Meditating, or Examining;
2. I shall next Direct you to make right improvement of Duties. Godliness does not stand barely in Praying, Meditating, or Examining;
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there is something farther that these Duties have a respect, and must be useful to;
there is something farther that these Duties have a respect, and must be useful to;
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'Tis an holy life, that is the end to which our holy Duties are to lead, and help us on.
It's an holy life, that is the end to which our holy Duties Are to led, and help us on.
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That they may do so, take these two following Directions.
That they may do so, take these two following Directions.
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1. Whenever you set upon Duties, resolve to put hard for it, to enjoy such sensible Communion with God in them, that you may come off in a better and more spiritual frame of heart than you came on.
1. Whenever you Set upon Duties, resolve to put hard for it, to enjoy such sensible Communion with God in them, that you may come off in a better and more spiritual frame of heart than you Come on.
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2. Having gotten up your hearts to any better frame in Duty, be careful to keep it up after Duty.
2. Having got up your hearts to any better frame in Duty, be careful to keep it up After Duty.
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Whenever you set upon Duties, resolve to put hard for it, to enjoy such sensible Communion with God, that you may return from them with some advantage upon your spirits.
Whenever you Set upon Duties, resolve to put hard for it, to enjoy such sensible Communion with God, that you may return from them with Some advantage upon your spirits.
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Resolve with him, Nunquam à te absque te recedam, whenever I come before the Lord, I will never go away without him. Resolve with him, Never à te absque te recedam, whenever I come before the Lord, I will never go away without him.
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The reason why we thrive no more by Duties, is, because we do not meet our God in them:
The reason why we thrive no more by Duties, is, Because we do not meet our God in them:
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God never meets with his Saints, but he sends them away with some marks of his Goodness upon them.
God never meets with his Saints, but he sends them away with Some marks of his goodness upon them.
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The reason why we do seldome meet with God in our Duties, is, because we do not so wishly look for his appearance.
The reason why we do seldom meet with God in our Duties, is, Because we do not so wishly look for his appearance.
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God waits for thy coming, Soul, and, if it be not thy fault, thou mayest see his face before thou departest;
God waits for thy coming, Soul, and, if it be not thy fault, thou Mayest see his face before thou departest;
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and, if thou see God in a Duty, thou wilt not then return without some impressions of God upon thy heart.
and, if thou see God in a Duty, thou wilt not then return without Some impressions of God upon thy heart.
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When Moses came down from the Mount, where he had seen the Lord; his face did shine, there was something of the glory of God upon his countenance.
When Moses Come down from the Mount, where he had seen the Lord; his face did shine, there was something of the glory of God upon his countenance.
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Israel might plainly see that Moses had met with God, they might see the beams of divine Glory in his face.Israel might plainly see that Moses had met with God, they might see the beams of divine Glory in his face.
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Oh! how sad is it, that Christians should return from duty with no more of God in their faces,
Oh! how sad is it, that Christians should return from duty with no more of God in their faces,
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or upon their spirit, than for the most part they do.
or upon their Spirit, than for the most part they do.
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We come many times with no other spirits from our Bibles, or our Closets, than we come out of our Shops, or out of our Barns, no body would ever think we had been praying,
We come many times with no other spirits from our Bibles, or our Closets, than we come out of our Shops, or out of our Barns, no body would ever think we had been praying,
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or conversing with God, there is so little savour of God upon our hearts, that we bring back with us.
or conversing with God, there is so little savour of God upon our hearts, that we bring back with us.
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Brethren, whenever you let down your Pitchers into the Wells of Salvation, be not content to bring them up empty:
Brothers, whenever you let down your Pitchers into the Wells of Salvation, be not content to bring them up empty:
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be so conversant with God in your Duties, that you come off laden, as the Bee from the Flower, with the honey and sweetness of your duties.
be so conversant with God in your Duties, that you come off laden, as the Bee from the Flower, with the honey and sweetness of your duties.
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And this I advise you to endeavour after, not only in your secret duties, not only in your solemn publick duties, on Sabbaths, Humiliation-dayes,
And this I Advice you to endeavour After, not only in your secret duties, not only in your solemn public duties, on Sabbaths, Humiliation-days,
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or Thanksgivings, but in your daily family-duties, your Reading, Singing, Praying, yea, even in those shorter Prayers and Praises which you use before and after Meals.
or Thanksgivings, but in your daily Family duties, your Reading, Singing, Praying, yea, even in those shorter Prayers and Praises which you use before and After Meals.
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Whenever you draw nigh to God, look to see God, to taste of God, and to get down something of God upon your hearts. And then,
Whenever you draw High to God, look to see God, to taste of God, and to get down something of God upon your hearts. And then,
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2. Whatever you have gotten from God in Duty, what life, what warmth, what refreshing, what enlargement of heart, be careful to maintain and keep it alive afterwards.
2. Whatever you have got from God in Duty, what life, what warmth, what refreshing, what enlargement of heart, be careful to maintain and keep it alive afterwards.
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See that your Spirits do not presently sink and cool again, after they have been thus raised and warmed.
See that your Spirits do not presently sink and cool again, After they have been thus raised and warmed.
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Do not satisfie your selves with this, that you have some comfortable entertainment with God,
Do not satisfy your selves with this, that you have Some comfortable entertainment with God,
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and feel some warm and lively works of your heart towards God, and some refreshings from him in Duty;
and feel Some warm and lively works of your heart towards God, and Some refreshings from him in Duty;
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but look to it, that you keep that holy fire that is there kindled, from being presently quenched again.
but look to it, that you keep that holy fire that is there kindled, from being presently quenched again.
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You do not eat and drink for an hour only, that you may have the comfort of your food while your meal lasts,
You do not eat and drink for an hour only, that you may have the Comfort of your food while your meal lasts,
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but you eat for afterwards, that the spirits and strength which you get by one meal may hold you out to the next meal.
but you eat for afterwards, that the spirits and strength which you get by one meal may hold you out to the next meal.
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Duties are the set-meals of the soul, wherein it so feeds it self upon God, that in the strength of what it receives, it may afterwards walk with God more comfortably and chearfully.
Duties Are the set-meals of the soul, wherein it so feeds it self upon God, that in the strength of what it receives, it may afterwards walk with God more comfortably and cheerfully.
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The Lord promiseth to his people, Lev. 26. 5. The Threshing shall reach to the Vintage,
The Lord promises to his people, Lev. 26. 5. The Threshing shall reach to the Vintage,
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and the Vintage to the Seed-time. and the Vintage to the Seedtime.
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And Amos 9. 13. The Plough-man shall overtake the Reaper, and the treader of Grapes him that soweth Seed.
And Amos 9. 13. The Ploughman shall overtake the Reaper, and the treader of Grapes him that Soweth Seed.
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The meaning is, Your old store shall be so much, and last you so long as till new com again:
The meaning is, Your old store shall be so much, and last you so long as till new come again:
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you shall not only reap enough for the time of Harvest; you shall not only gather enough to serve you during the time of the Vintage, but your corn shall last from Harvest to Harvest; your Wine shall serve you from Vintage to Vintage: your Old store shall not be spent till New come to supply you.
you shall not only reap enough for the time of Harvest; you shall not only gather enough to serve you during the time of the Vintage, but your corn shall last from Harvest to Harvest; your Wine shall serve you from Vintage to Vintage: your Old store shall not be spent till New come to supply you.
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Duties are the Harvests and Vintages of our souls.
Duties Are the Harvests and Vintages of our Souls.
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Oh! what blessed lives should we live, did we so improve and husband what we get in one Duty, that it might last us out to another;
Oh! what blessed lives should we live, did we so improve and husband what we get in one Duty, that it might last us out to Another;
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that the Vintage might reach to the Vintage, the Harvest to the Harvest; that the life,
that the Vintage might reach to the Vintage, the Harvest to the Harvest; that the life,
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and warmth, and refreshing we get in one Duty, might hold by us till the next,
and warmth, and refreshing we get in one Duty, might hold by us till the next,
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and so we might be carried on in an holy, lively, heavenly Frame from Duty to Duty, as Israel walked on from strength •o strength, till they came and appeared before God in Sion.
and so we might be carried on in an holy, lively, heavenly Frame from Duty to Duty, as Israel walked on from strength •o strength, till they Come and appeared before God in Sion.
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That which holds us so low and barren in Religion, is, that whatever we have obtained from the Lord in Duties and Ordinances, we presently lose it:
That which holds us so low and barren in Religion, is, that whatever we have obtained from the Lord in Duties and Ordinances, we presently loose it:
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when we have been weeping sometimes before the Lord, and wrestling with him, and pleading hard for some quickning or comforting influences of his Spirit upon our hearts,
when we have been weeping sometime before the Lord, and wrestling with him, and pleading hard for Some quickening or comforting influences of his Spirit upon our hearts,
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and the Lord hath heard us, and given us our desires;
and the Lord hath herd us, and given us our Desires;
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yet then as soon as duty is over, we go away, and forget all, and bury all that we have thus obtained, in a confused heap of worldly thoughts and businesses;
yet then as soon as duty is over, we go away, and forget all, and bury all that we have thus obtained, in a confused heap of worldly thoughts and businesses;
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we unbend, and let down our spirits, and lay aside all thoughts of God, till we come to duty again;
we unbend, and let down our spirits, and lay aside all thoughts of God, till we come to duty again;
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we conrent our selves to live in such an estrangement from God all the rest of our time, that sin and the world have a whole dayes time to pull down what an hours duty hath been building;
we conrent our selves to live in such an estrangement from God all the rest of our time, that since and the world have a Whole days time to pull down what an hours duty hath been building;
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a whole weeks time to destroy and steal away what a Sabbath hath gotten in; a Whole weeks time to destroy and steal away what a Sabbath hath got in;
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and so at the returns of duty, we find our hearts at the same loss, in the same deadness and hardness that they were before.
and so At the returns of duty, we find our hearts At the same loss, in the same deadness and hardness that they were before.
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In the Old Testament, though the Sacrifices were offered but morning and evening, yet the fire that kindled them was not to go out night nor day; there must be fire kept alive from the Morning-Sacrifice, to kindle the Evening-Sacrifice,
In the Old Testament, though the Sacrifices were offered but morning and evening, yet the fire that kindled them was not to go out night nor day; there must be fire kept alive from the Morning-Sacrifice, to kindle the Evening-Sacrifice,
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and fire left from the Evening to kindle the Morning-Sacrifice: Oh! Behold, how often is it, that though at our Morning-Sacrifice a fire is kindled,
and fire left from the Evening to kindle the Morning-Sacrifice: Oh! Behold, how often is it, that though At our Morning-Sacrifice a fire is kindled,
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yet we let this fire lie all day under the ashes, and take so little care to keep blowing at it, that it goes quite out before the Evening;
yet we let this fire lie all day under the Ashes, and take so little care to keep blowing At it, that it Goes quite out before the Evening;
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and when we come to offer our Evening-Sacrifice, we have no fire to kindle it Brethren, hath the Lord visited you, and quickned, and comforted you in duty;
and when we come to offer our Evening-Sacrifice, we have no fire to kindle it Brothers, hath the Lord visited you, and quickened, and comforted you in duty;
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Oh! think with your selves, what a sweet life should I live, might it be thus with me alwayes? What pity is it, that such light should ever go out? that such grace should be so short liv'd? Why? if I do not look to my self the better, this Sun-shine will last but a little while;
Oh! think with your selves, what a sweet life should I live, might it be thus with me always? What pity is it, that such Light should ever go out? that such grace should be so short lived? Why? if I do not look to my self the better, this Sunshine will last but a little while;
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and how will the Lord take it, if I suffer such sparks that he hath kindled,
and how will the Lord take it, if I suffer such sparks that he hath kindled,
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so suddenly to be quenched? How is my Soul ever like to prosper, if such precious food pass away from it as soon as it is received? Is this a fast that I have chosen,
so suddenly to be quenched? How is my Soul ever like to prosper, if such precious food pass away from it as soon as it is received? Is this a fast that I have chosen,
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for a man to afflict his Soul for a day? Is this a prayer that God regards,for a man to afflict his Soul for a day? Is this a prayer that God regards,
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for a man to afflict his heart for an hour? to be in the Mount with God, to be raised up to Heaven for the time,
for a man to afflict his heart for an hour? to be in the Mount with God, to be raised up to Heaven for the time,
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and within a few minutes after to be sunk into the dirt of the earth? What a sad change is this!
and within a few minutes After to be sunk into the dirt of the earth? What a sad change is this!
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How can you bear such a loss as this? When will your souls come to any thing,
How can you bear such a loss as this? When will your Souls come to any thing,
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if you have only some few such lucida intervalla, and all the rest of your time are covered over with clouds and darkness?
if you have only Some few such lucida intervalla, and all the rest of your time Are covered over with Clouds and darkness?
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Beloved, as ever you expect to prosper in grace, or be settled in peace, be chary of maintaining your duty in-comes; do not think to make use of your prayer-comforts, to save you the labour of an after care,
beloved, as ever you expect to prosper in grace, or be settled in peace, be chary of maintaining your duty incomes; do not think to make use of your prayer-comforts, to save you the labour of an After care,
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but to help you to be more careful and fruitful. But how may we do to keep this Holy and lively frame? 1. Be watchful.
but to help you to be more careful and fruitful. But how may we do to keep this Holy and lively frame? 1. Be watchful.
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Nehem. 4. 9. Nevertheless we prayed, and set a watch against them night and day. Nehemiah 4. 9. Nevertheless we prayed, and Set a watch against them night and day.
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Beloved, it is with you as it was with those Jews, whatever you have gained, you have Adversaries lying in wait to steal it away;
beloved, it is with you as it was with those jews, whatever you have gained, you have Adversaries lying in wait to steal it away;
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whatever you have built, you have adversaries lying in wait to pull down again.
whatever you have built, you have Adversaries lying in wait to pull down again.
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I have heard of some inchanted places, where what men built in the day, the Devil pull'd down at night,
I have herd of Some enchanted places, where what men built in the day, the devil pulled down At night,
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and this danger you are continually in; what's built at one prayer, the Devil labours to pull down before the next.
and this danger you Are continually in; what's built At one prayer, the devil labours to pull down before the next.
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Let your eye be much upon your hearts, observe diligently, how they hold up or sink, that if there be the least damp or decay, growing upon you, you may espie it before it be gone too far:
Let your eye be much upon your hearts, observe diligently, how they hold up or sink, that if there be the least damp or decay, growing upon you, you may espy it before it be gone too Far:
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'Tis no wonder we lose all upon such a sudden, when ordinarily, as soon as ever our duties are done, away we goe,
It's no wonder we loose all upon such a sudden, when ordinarily, as soon as ever our duties Are done, away we go,
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and think no more where we have been, or what we have been about;
and think no more where we have been, or what we have been about;
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as if we were well content to take our leave of our duties, and our God together.
as if we were well content to take our leave of our duties, and our God together.
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When you depart out of your Closets, leave your hearts behind you; Worldlings seldom bring theit hearts thither;
When you depart out of your Closets, leave your hearts behind you; Worldlings seldom bring theit hearts thither;
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when they come to pray, they leave their hearts behind them: Let Christians never carry them thence:
when they come to pray, they leave their hearts behind them: Let Christians never carry them thence:
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when you have done praying, and must abroad to your earthly affairs, let your hearts stay behind with your God:
when you have done praying, and must abroad to your earthly affairs, let your hearts stay behind with your God:
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Let your thoughts be much upon the entertainment you have had;
Let your thoughts be much upon the entertainment you have had;
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see to it, that the temptations you meet with, do not so easily divert you from minding what you have been begging, or wrestling for.
see to it, that the temptations you meet with, do not so Easily divert you from minding what you have been begging, or wrestling for.
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2. Make present use of what you have obtained; God gives Grace, and Strength, and Life, for use, and use will preserve it.
2. Make present use of what you have obtained; God gives Grace, and Strength, and Life, for use, and use will preserve it.
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Hath the Lord warm'd thy heart? goe warm thy Brothers heart, and that will keep thine from cooling:
Hath the Lord warmed thy heart? go warm thy Brother's heart, and that will keep thine from cooling:
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Hath God spoken comfortably to thy soul? goe and speak of thy God, and what he hath done for thee to others.
Hath God spoken comfortably to thy soul? go and speak of thy God, and what he hath done for thee to Others.
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Hath God inclined, and thereby fitted thee for action, take the season;
Hath God inclined, and thereby fitted thee for actium, take the season;
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thou may'st do more for God, and for thy soul, in such an hour, than in many dayes beside;
thou Mayest do more for God, and for thy soul, in such an hour, than in many days beside;
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be doing with what thou hast received, and thou need'st not fear losing it: when we are idle, then we fall asleep and grow cold;
be doing with what thou hast received, and thou Needest not Fear losing it: when we Are idle, then we fallen asleep and grow cold;
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Instruments do not rust while they are in use. We never more spend our strength, than when we spare our labour.
Instruments do not rust while they Are in use. We never more spend our strength, than when we spare our labour.
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3. Life up your hearts to the Lord often every hour, in some short Ejaculations.
3. Life up your hearts to the Lord often every hour, in Some short Ejaculations.
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No business, no company can hinder this duty, and this will be of special advantage to you, therefore neglect it not;
No business, no company can hinder this duty, and this will be of special advantage to you, Therefore neglect it not;
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every sigh, or breathing of your souls Heaven-wards, will fetch down fresh influences from Heaven upon you.
every sighs, or breathing of your Souls Heavenwards, will fetch down fresh influences from Heaven upon you.
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4. Charge this whole course actually upon your selves every morning, and examine every evening how you have kept to it.
4. Charge this Whole course actually upon your selves every morning, and examine every evening how you have kept to it.
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5. If you cannot otherwise bring, or hold your selves 〈 ◊ 〉 this course, bind your selves to it for some time, by special vow; till being a while inured to it, it may become at length more easie.
5. If you cannot otherwise bring, or hold your selves 〈 ◊ 〉 this course, bind your selves to it for Some time, by special Voelli; till being a while inured to it, it may become At length more easy.
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Being thus entred upon, and prepared for a godly life, I shall give you some directions.
Being thus entered upon, and prepared for a godly life, I shall give you Some directions.
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3. How to carry it on; and for your help herein, take these following counsels. I. In your whole course, pursue, and as much as possible, eye your end, God, and your own salvation.
3. How to carry it on; and for your help herein, take these following Counsels. I In your Whole course, pursue, and as much as possible, eye your end, God, and your own salvation.
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Consider often wherefore you live, and what it is you would have;
Consider often Wherefore you live, and what it is you would have;
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and if this be it, that God may be honoured, and your souls saved, let this be pursued and prosecuted in all the parts of your life.
and if this be it, that God may be honoured, and your Souls saved, let this be pursued and prosecuted in all the parts of your life.
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Take not that course, do not that action, that hath not some tendency that way, and that which hath a tendency, let it be directed to that glorious end.
Take not that course, do not that actium, that hath not Some tendency that Way, and that which hath a tendency, let it be directed to that glorious end.
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Let every arrow be levell'd at your mark.
Let every arrow be leveled At your mark.
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The reason why the end is no more attained, is, because it is more intended; 'tis no wonder we shoot short,
The reason why the end is no more attained, is, Because it is more intended; it's no wonder we shoot short,
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or beside our mark, when our eye is not upon it. The eying our end, will both direct our course, and quicken and encourage us on.
or beside our mark, when our eye is not upon it. The Eyeing our end, will both Direct our course, and quicken and encourage us on.
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Set the Lord much before your eyes, dwell upon the contemplation of his Glory, and glorious Excellencies;Set the Lord much before your eyes, dwell upon the contemplation of his Glory, and glorious Excellencies;
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consider, how worthy the Lord is to be exalted, and what an honour it is to poor creatures, to be any way serviceable to his Honour;
Consider, how worthy the Lord is to be exalted, and what an honour it is to poor creatures, to be any Way serviceable to his Honour;
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& what pity it is, that any of your time, any of your strength should be spent upon vanity, which might be so improved, to so worthy aud high an end? Begrutch every minute of your time that is not bestowed on God.
& what pity it is, that any of your time, any of your strength should be spent upon vanity, which might be so improved, to so worthy and high an end? Begrudge every minute of your time that is not bestowed on God.
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Consider the blessedness of living for ever in the presence and enjoyment of God.
Consider the blessedness of living for ever in the presence and enjoyment of God.
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Look towards the holy City, enter by faith into the Holy of Holies, set your selves before the Throne of God;Look towards the holy city, enter by faith into the Holy of Holies, Set your selves before the Throne of God;
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view (as much as at this distance you are capable) that everlasting light, those blessed and glorious joyes, those rivers of pleasure, that exceeding eternal weight of glory, which is there possessed by the Saints;view (as much as At this distance you Are capable) that everlasting Light, those blessed and glorious Joys, those Rivers of pleasure, that exceeding Eternal weight of glory, which is there possessed by the Saints;
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And then say to your hearts, Come on soul, come on, here's that thou art praying for, here's that thou art labouring for, here's the Country, the Kingdom, the Crown that thou art fighting for,And then say to your hearts, Come on soul, come on, here's that thou art praying for, here's that thou art labouring for, here's the Country, the Kingdom, the Crown that thou art fighting for,
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and wrestling for, and running, and suffering for. The setting this glory before your eyes, will both quicken and sweeten your holy course,
and wrestling for, and running, and suffering for. The setting this glory before your eyes, will both quicken and sweeten your holy course,
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and take off your hear•• from any other courses.
and take off your hear•• from any other courses.
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The end puts a beauty upon the means, and a blackness upon all the hinderances of its attainment.
The end puts a beauty upon the means, and a blackness upon all the hindrances of its attainment.
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A sight of Heaven will make a holy life a beautiful life.
A sighed of Heaven will make a holy life a beautiful life.
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There are two things that make an holy life beautiful, 1. That it's the Image of an Heavenly life. 2. That it's the way to it.
There Are two things that make an holy life beautiful, 1. That it's the Image of an Heavenly life. 2. That it's the Way to it.
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All the labours, difficulties sufferings of a godly life, are therefore pleasant and beautiful, because they are the way of the Kingdom.
All the labours, difficulties sufferings of a godly life, Are Therefore pleasant and beautiful, Because they Are the Way of the Kingdom.
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And, on the other side, a sight of Heaven, will make the wayes of sin to be unpleasant, to be dark and black wayes.
And, on the other side, a sighed of Heaven, will make the ways of since to be unpleasant, to be dark and black ways.
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There are two grounds upon which sin is odious to the Saints. 1. It's Opposition and unlikeness to God;
There Are two grounds upon which since is odious to the Saints. 1. It's Opposition and unlikeness to God;
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it bears the Image of Hell upon it, not of Heaven. 2. It's Interposition betwixt them and their end.
it bears the Image of Hell upon it, not of Heaven. 2. It's Interposition betwixt them and their end.
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Nothing else can ever keep them from God; There's no danger of their falling short of Everlasting blessedness, but by sin.
Nothing Else can ever keep them from God; There's no danger of their falling short of Everlasting blessedness, but by since.
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This is the only Gulf that's fixed between them and Glory.
This is the only Gulf that's fixed between them and Glory.
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And hence 'tis that the way of sin, with all its pleasures, ease and delights, is to the Saints, a dark and dismal way.
And hence it's that the Way of since, with all its pleasures, ease and delights, is to the Saints, a dark and dismal Way.
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The pleasures of sin are black pleasures, the gains of sin are black gains, the jollity,
The pleasures of since Are black pleasures, the gains of since Are black gains, the jollity,
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and liberty, and prosperities of sin, are all dark and black in their eye.
and liberty, and Prosperities of since, Are all dark and black in their eye.
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These clouds, whatever brightness there seems in them, do keep the Sun from shining on them.
These Clouds, whatever brightness there seems in them, do keep the Sun from shining on them.
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Oh! what progress might you make in the way of Life, where Holiness with all its difficulties become beautiful,
Oh! what progress might you make in the Way of Life, where Holiness with all its difficulties become beautiful,
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and Sin with all its delights become odious!
and since with all its delights become odious!
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What would there then be wanting, that might encourage you on, what would there be then left to hinder you? Why, let God and Glory be more in your eye,
What would there then be wanting, that might encourage you on, what would there be then left to hinder you? Why, let God and Glory be more in your eye,
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and then Sin will be more odious, Holiness will be more precious in your eye;
and then since will be more odious, Holiness will be more precious in your eye;
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you would then neither want encouragements to lead you on, nor be incumbred with such temptations as now keep you back.
you would then neither want encouragements to led you on, nor be encumbered with such temptations as now keep you back.
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Tit. 2. 11, 12, 13. The Grace of God (which bringeth Salvation) teacheth us to deny ungodliness and worldly lusts, Tit. 2. 11, 12, 13. The Grace of God (which brings Salvation) Teaches us to deny ungodliness and worldly Lustiest,
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and to live righteously, &c. Looking for the blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God, and our Saviour Jesus Christ. and to live righteously, etc. Looking for the blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God, and our Saviour jesus christ.
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2 Cor. 4. 16, 18. For the which cause we faint not, while we look not at the things which are seen,
2 Cor. 4. 16, 18. For the which cause we faint not, while we look not At the things which Are seen,
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but at the things which are not seen. but At the things which Are not seen.
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Before he had declared how hard 'twas with them, troubled, perplexed, persecuted, cast down, always bearing about in the body, the dying of the Lord Jesus, &c. Notwithstanding, saith he, we faint not, — while we look not at the things that are seen,
Before he had declared how hard 'twas with them, troubled, perplexed, persecuted, cast down, always bearing about in the body, the dying of the Lord jesus, etc. Notwithstanding, Says he, we faint not, — while we look not At the things that Are seen,
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but at the things that are not seen.
but At the things that Are not seen.
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Brethren, look on the things not seen, and take from them both direction in your way,
Brothers, look on the things not seen, and take from them both direction in your Way,
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and encouragement to go in it. 1. Take Direction from Heaven;
and encouragement to go in it. 1. Take Direction from Heaven;
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when you are travelling, and see the place before you whither you are going, your eye will tell you your way.
when you Are traveling, and see the place before you whither you Are going, your eye will tell you your Way.
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When you are entring upon any Course, then look up, and consider, Is this my way to God? When you are eagerly and greedily pursuing the world, ask your hearts;
When you Are entering upon any Course, then look up, and Consider, Is this my Way to God? When you Are eagerly and greedily pursuing the world, ask your hearts;
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Is this my way to Heaven? Am I now working out my salvation? When you are walking in the way of carnal pleasure or liberty,
Is this my Way to Heaven? Am I now working out my salvation? When you Are walking in the Way of carnal pleasure or liberty,
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then look up to the Lord, and look in upon your heart, and say, if you can, Now, Lord, I am hastening to thee,
then look up to the Lord, and look in upon your heart, and say, if you can, Now, Lord, I am hastening to thee,
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now Soul, I am taking care for thee, my sports and my pleasures, and my lusts, are the way to mak God sure, and Heaven sure to me. now Soul, I am taking care for thee, my sports and my pleasures, and my Lustiest, Are the Way to make God sure, and Heaven sure to me.
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Can you say so? Will not your own heart tell you, that is not the way? If Heaven be it that I intend,
Can you say so? Will not your own heart tell you, that is not the Way? If Heaven be it that I intend,
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if Salvation be it I mind, sure then I am not out of my way?
if Salvation be it I mind, sure then I am not out of my Way?
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2. Look Heaven-ward, and take encouragement thence to go on, View the glory that is above,
2. Look Heavenward, and take encouragement thence to go on, View the glory that is above,
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and consider what happy men you would be, if you were once safely there:
and Consider what happy men you would be, if you were once safely there:
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and let such thoughts press you to hasten on, and encourage you against all the labours and difficulties you must first pass through.
and let such thoughts press you to hasten on, and encourage you against all the labours and difficulties you must First pass through.
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Think with your selves, when you are setting upon any duty, If I can get well through this duty, I shall be one step nearer Heaven;
Think with your selves, when you Are setting upon any duty, If I can get well through this duty, I shall be one step nearer Heaven;
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When you come to the beginning of every day well, I shall this evening be gotten one dayes journey nearer home;
When you come to the beginning of every day well, I shall this evening be got one days journey nearer home;
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when you are falling into any trouble or affliction, if I can cut my way well through this wave, I shall be so much nearer Harbour.
when you Are falling into any trouble or affliction, if I can Cut my Way well through this wave, I shall be so much nearer Harbour.
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Every new degree added to your grace, is, another stone laid up upon the building of glory, every holy Duty you have rightly performed, you are gotten one round higher in Jacob's Ladde•; look how many dayes you have walked with God,
Every new degree added to your grace, is, Another stone laid up upon the building of glory, every holy Duty you have rightly performed, you Are got one round higher in Jacob's Ladde•; look how many days you have walked with God,
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so many dayes journey you are nearer your rest.
so many days journey you Are nearer your rest.
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Look how many troubles and temptations you have gotten Christianly through, so many gulfs have you shot,
Look how many Troubles and temptations you have got Christianly through, so many gulfs have you shot,
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so many rocks have you passed by towards your harbour. Oh! if such thoughts and considerations were continually upon your hearts, and before your eyes,
so many Rocks have you passed by towards your harbour. Oh! if such thoughts and considerations were continually upon your hearts, and before your eyes,
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how strangely would they quicken you, and encourage you on your way!
how strangely would they quicken you, and encourage you on your Way!
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Consider, Christians, and thence take courage, after a few dayes more, a few duties more, a few wayes more, you will be safely landed in your Countrey.
Consider, Christians, and thence take courage, After a few days more, a few duties more, a few ways more, you will be safely landed in your Country.
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Lift up your eyes and see, and then lift up your heads and rejoyce to see, how by every duty and difficulty your redemption draweth nigh. A traveller in his journey, that's almost spent and tired,Lift up your eyes and see, and then lift up your Heads and rejoice to see, how by every duty and difficulty your redemption draws High. A traveller in his journey, that's almost spent and tired,
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if he once comes within sight of home, and be almost there, this adds new strength and life,
if he once comes within sighed of home, and be almost there, this adds new strength and life,
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and on he goes again amain.
and on he Goes again amain.
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Let your eye be more on your home, and there will be less loytering or weariness in your way.
Let your eye be more on your home, and there will be less loitering or weariness in your Way.
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II. Walk on your way in the name of Christ.
II Walk on your Way in the name of christ.
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Or, live by faith, Gal. 2. 20. The life which I now live in the flesh, I live by the Faith of the Son of God.
Or, live by faith, Gal. 2. 20. The life which I now live in the Flesh, I live by the Faith of the Son of God.
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The strength of a Christian is his Faith; the strength of Faith is Christ; the strength of Christ is put into the Promises.
The strength of a Christian is his Faith; the strength of Faith is christ; the strength of christ is put into the Promises.
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If you would live to God, live by Faith, if you would live by Faith, go often to the Promises.
If you would live to God, live by Faith, if you would live by Faith, go often to the Promises.
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1. Study the Promises, the freeness of them; there's Grace in the Promise. The fulness of them, there's Christ in the Promise, and with him all things; there's wisdom, righteousness, strength;
1. Study the Promises, the freeness of them; there's Grace in the Promise. The fullness of them, there's christ in the Promise, and with him all things; there's Wisdom, righteousness, strength;
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there's bread, and cloaths, and lands, and friends and safety; study the sureness of the Promises, there's an Yea and Amen set to them;
there's bred, and clothes, and Lands, and Friends and safety; study the sureness of the Promises, there's an Yea and Amen Set to them;
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All the Promises of God are Yea and Amen. 2. Set thy Seal to them. Believe that God is true.All the Promises of God Are Yea and Amen. 2. Set thy Seal to them. Believe that God is true.
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3. Clear up thine interest in them, and thereby make it out that they are sure to thee.
3. Clear up thine Interest in them, and thereby make it out that they Are sure to thee.
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4. Treasure up in thy memory, a stock and store of particular promises, which may answer every case of thy life, that so thou may'st have a word alwaies at hand to rely upon. And then,
4. Treasure up in thy memory, a stock and store of particular promises, which may answer every case of thy life, that so thou Mayest have a word always At hand to rely upon. And then,
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5. Upon the credit of that word, venture on after thy Lord in any duty, through any sufferings he calls thee to;
5. Upon the credit of that word, venture on After thy Lord in any duty, through any sufferings he calls thee to;
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whatsoever difficulty thou seest in thy work, whatsoever danger thou seest in thy way, whatsoever want,
whatsoever difficulty thou See in thy work, whatsoever danger thou See in thy Way, whatsoever want,
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or weakness thou seest growing upon thee, go on, resting upon Christ for success in thy duties,
or weakness thou See growing upon thee, go on, resting upon christ for success in thy duties,
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and support under thy trouble, and supply of thy wants, according to his Word.
and support under thy trouble, and supply of thy Wants, according to his Word.
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It may be when thou lookest before thee upon an holy life, thou wilt say, This is indeed a beautiful and blessed life,
It may be when thou Lookest before thee upon an holy life, thou wilt say, This is indeed a beautiful and blessed life,
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if I could attain to it: but oh!
if I could attain to it: but o!
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I see there is so much to be done, and so much to be born, that I am in great doubt how I shall ever be able to go through it.
I see there is so much to be done, and so much to be born, that I am in great doubt how I shall ever be able to go through it.
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The Lord requires me, if I will come after him, to deny my self; This first step puts me to a stand;
The Lord requires me, if I will come After him, to deny my self; This First step puts me to a stand;
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I doubt I shall stumble and fall at the very Threshold of Christianity. Deny my self! Alas!
I doubt I shall Stumble and fallen At the very Threshold of Christianity. Deny my self! Alas!
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I cannot deny my friend or companion, I cannot deny mine Enemy that entices me to sin.
I cannot deny my friend or Companion, I cannot deny mine Enemy that entices me to sin.
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If Satan do but speak a word to me, to draw me aside to iniquity, he presently prevails;
If Satan do but speak a word to me, to draw me aside to iniquity, he presently prevails;
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and must I yet deny my self, when I see how unable I am to deny mine enemies? I cannot, I c••not do it.
and must I yet deny my self, when I see how unable I am to deny mine enemies? I cannot, I c••not do it.
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Why, here thy faith, if thou wilt con•lit with it, will furnish thee with this encouragement,
Why, Here thy faith, if thou wilt con•lit with it, will furnish thee with this encouragement,
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Though thou art able to do nothing of thy self, yet though may'st be able to do all things through Christ which strengtheneth thee, Phil. 4. 13. Again, thou sayest, The Lord requires me to make me a clean heart, to purge my conscience, to crucifie my lusts:
Though thou art able to do nothing of thy self, yet though Mayest be able to do all things through christ which strengtheneth thee, Philip 4. 13. Again, thou Sayest, The Lord requires me to make me a clean heart, to purge my conscience, to crucify my Lustiest:
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But who am I, that ever I should think of doing such great works? I could as easily make a new world, as a new heart; I can as well stop the Sun in its course,
But who am I, that ever I should think of doing such great works? I could as Easily make a new world, as a new heart; I can as well stop the Sun in its course,
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as stop my lusts in theirs;
as stop my Lustiest in theirs;
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I can as easily dry up the fountains of the great Deep, as cleanse the fountain of my corrupt heart,
I can as Easily dry up the fountains of the great Deep, as cleanse the fountain of my corrupt heart,
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and purge my self from an evil conscience.
and purge my self from an evil conscience.
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I, but now thy faith will tell thee, He that bids thee cleanse thy heart, hath said to thee, Ezek. 36. 25. That he will sprinkle clean water upon thee,
I, but now thy faith will tell thee, He that bids thee cleanse thy heart, hath said to thee, Ezekiel 36. 25. That he will sprinkle clean water upon thee,
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and thou shalt be clean from all thy filthiness. and thou shalt be clean from all thy filthiness.
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Thy faith will carry thy fountain ( of ) sin to that fountain that is opened for sin and for uncleanness, Zech. 13. 1. Wherein thou may'st wash and be clean:
Thy faith will carry thy fountain (of) sin to that fountain that is opened for since and for uncleanness, Zechariah 13. 1. Wherein thou Mayest wash and be clean:
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thy faith will tell thee, Thy old man is already crucified with Christ, Rom. 6. 6. By whom the body of sin is destroyed;
thy faith will tell thee, Thy old man is already Crucified with christ, Rom. 6. 6. By whom the body of since is destroyed;
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that is, hath received its deaths wound, that thou mayest not serve sin, and that the same mouth that commands thee, Let not sin reign in thy mortal body, the same mouth hath promised thee, Sin shall not have dominion over thee.
that is, hath received its death's wound, that thou Mayest not serve since, and that the same Mouth that commands thee, Let not since Reign in thy Mortal body, the same Mouth hath promised thee, since shall not have dominion over thee.
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But yet thou addest, The Lord commands me to keep my heart, to keep my tongue, mine eyes, to make strait steps to my feet, that I turn aside to no iniquity, that I turn aside from all temptations to sin, ••stain from all appearance of evil;
But yet thou addest, The Lord commands me to keep my heart, to keep my tongue, mine eyes, to make strait steps to my feet, that I turn aside to no iniquity, that I turn aside from all temptations to since, ••stain from all appearance of evil;
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and many 〈 ◊ 〉 the like words hath he given me in charge, requiring me to walk in all his Commandments,
and many 〈 ◊ 〉 the like words hath he given me in charge, requiring me to walk in all his commandments,
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and to keep all his Statutes and Judgements, to do them;
and to keep all his Statutes and Judgments, to do them;
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these are hard sayings, who can hear them? I, but he that said this, (saith Faith) said one word more that will make all this easie.
these Are hard sayings, who can hear them? I, but he that said this, (Says Faith) said one word more that will make all this easy.
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Ezek. 36. 37. I will put my Spirit within you, and cause you to walk in my Statutes, Ezekiel 36. 37. I will put my Spirit within you, and cause you to walk in my Statutes,
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and ye shall keep my Judgments, and do them. and you shall keep my Judgments, and do them.
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Once more thou repliest, but Christ commands me to take up my Cross, to suffer with him, to part with all I have, to lay down my life for his Name.
Once more thou repliest, but christ commands me to take up my Cross, to suffer with him, to part with all I have, to lay down my life for his Name.
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Can I do so little for his Name, and am I ever like to be able to suffer for his Name? Am I put so hard to it in every light affliction that befalls me,
Can I do so little for his Name, and am I ever like to be able to suffer for his Name? Am I put so hard to it in every Light affliction that befalls me,
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and is it possible I should be able to resist unto blood? The Lord pardon me, I have found that a little shame or reproach is more than I can well bear;
and is it possible I should be able to resist unto blood? The Lord pardon me, I have found that a little shame or reproach is more than I can well bear;
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a scoff or a scorn for Christ, to what impatience hath it often put me? Have I run with the foot-men,
a scoff or a scorn for christ, to what impatience hath it often put me? Have I run with the footmen,
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and have these wearied me? how then shall I contend with horses? But God is faithful, 1 Cor. 10. 13. who will not suffer you to be tempted above that you are able.
and have these wearied me? how then shall I contend with Horses? But God is faithful, 1 Cor. 10. 13. who will not suffer you to be tempted above that you Are able.
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The Lord will lay on thee (saith Faith) no more than thy load; either he will encrease thy strength, or not encrease thy burthens.
The Lord will lay on thee (Says Faith) no more than thy load; either he will increase thy strength, or not increase thy burdens.
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He that hath given thee a little strength to go through small trials, hath said, he will,
He that hath given thee a little strength to go through small trials, hath said, he will,
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and thou mayest trust him, if he lay more load on thee, give thee more strength to bear it.
and thou Mayest trust him, if he lay more load on thee, give thee more strength to bear it.
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The Lord will either enable thee to die for his Name, or he will not call thee to it.
The Lord will either enable thee to die for his Name, or he will not call thee to it.
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Christians, believe God, to him that believes, all things are possible, and, if you believe, they shall be so to you:
Christians, believe God, to him that believes, all things Are possible, and, if you believe, they shall be so to you:
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He hath said he will be, and therefore you may boldly say, The Lord is my helper.
He hath said he will be, and Therefore you may boldly say, The Lord is my helper.
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Trust in the Lord, and keep his way;
Trust in the Lord, and keep his Way;
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trust in the Lord, and be doing good, and verily you shall be fed, verily you shall be assisted, verily you shall be supported;
trust in the Lord, and be doing good, and verily you shall be fed, verily you shall be assisted, verily you shall be supported;
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commit your way to him, and whatever difficulty there be in your work, he shall bring it to pass:
commit your Way to him, and whatever difficulty there be in your work, he shall bring it to pass:
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commit the keeping of your selves to him, and you shall be kept by his power, through faith unto salvation.
commit the keeping of your selves to him, and you shall be kept by his power, through faith unto salvation.
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Faithful is he that hath called you, and will do it. Distrust your selves as much as you will, but distrust not your Rock:
Faithful is he that hath called you, and will do it. Distrust your selves as much as you will, but distrust not your Rock:
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you are weak creatures, but you have a strong God: you have empty hearts, but a full Saviour:
you Are weak creatures, but you have a strong God: you have empty hearts, but a full Saviour:
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you have but a poor stock in your selves, but a rich stock in the Promise, whence you shall have such a continual supply, that your barrel of meal shall not waste,
you have but a poor stock in your selves, but a rich stock in the Promise, whence you shall have such a continual supply, that your barrel of meal shall not waste,
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nor your cruse of oyl spend, till you have finished your work and your course.
nor your cruse of oil spend, till you have finished your work and your course.
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Hang on your crucified Lord, take hold on his Covenant, take hold on his Strength, go forth in his Strength and Name, and then fear not;
Hang on your Crucified Lord, take hold on his Covenant, take hold on his Strength, go forth in his Strength and Name, and then Fear not;
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your difficulties shall vanish, your way shall prosper, your Souls shall flourish, you shall have your fruit unto Holiness, and your end everlasting Life. III. Deny your selves. Matth. 16. 24. If any man will come after me, let him deny himself.
your difficulties shall vanish, your Way shall prosper, your Souls shall flourish, you shall have your fruit unto Holiness, and your end everlasting Life. III. Deny your selves. Matthew 16. 24. If any man will come After me, let him deny himself.
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Remember your Covenant, you have given your selves to the Lord, and are now no longer your own;
remember your Covenant, you have given your selves to the Lord, and Are now no longer your own;
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you are not debtors to the flesh, to live after the flesh; you owe your flesh no observance, you have already paid it more than its due;
you Are not debtors to the Flesh, to live After the Flesh; you owe your Flesh no observance, you have already paid it more than its due;
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let him that liveth, live to the Lord;
let him that lives, live to the Lord;
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let them, for whom Christ died, live no longer to themselves, but to him that died for them, and rose again. Christ and Self are contrary;
let them, for whom christ died, live no longer to themselves, but to him that died for them, and rose again. christ and Self Are contrary;
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you cannot serve these two Masters: If you will not deny your selves, you cannot but deny your Lord;
you cannot serve these two Masters: If you will not deny your selves, you cannot but deny your Lord;
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and if you can deny your selves in any thing, you will deny Christ in nothing:
and if you can deny your selves in any thing, you will deny christ in nothing:
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If you can heartily say, Not my will, you will easily add, but thine be done.
If you can heartily say, Not my will, you will Easily add, but thine be done.
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But what is this Self we must deny? I answer, as Christ said to the Woman of Samaria, He whom thou hast for thy Husband, is not thy Husband:
But what is this Self we must deny? I answer, as christ said to the Woman of Samaria, He whom thou hast for thy Husband, is not thy Husband:
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That which thou holdest for thy self, is not thy self;
That which thou holdest for thy self, is not thy self;
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thou callest it, and countest it thy self, and lovest, and cherishest it as thy self,
thou Callest it, and countest it thy self, and Lovest, and cherishest it as thy self,
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but it is not thy self.
but it is not thy self.
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That which is here called thy self, is elswhere in Scripture called thy flesh, thy corrupt, or carnal part;
That which is Here called thy self, is elsewhere in Scripture called thy Flesh, thy corrupt, or carnal part;
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that corruption that is gotten into thy understanding, and sits there, giving thee evil counsel; That corruption which is gotten into thy will, and sits there, swaying thee in all things to choose thy hurt; that is gotten into thy appetite, and makes thee to fall a lusting after all things that are pernicious to thee,
that corruption that is got into thy understanding, and sits there, giving thee evil counsel; That corruption which is got into thy will, and sits there, swaying thee in all things to choose thy hurt; that is got into thy appetite, and makes thee to fallen a lusting After all things that Are pernicious to thee,
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and a resisting all that would do thee good.
and a resisting all that would do thee good.
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This is thy self to he denied, the corruption of thy nature, that hath insinuated it self into all thy parts and powers,
This is thy self to he denied, the corruption of thy nature, that hath insinuated it self into all thy parts and Powers,
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and governs thee in all thy actions.
and governs thee in all thy actions.
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This is it which carries thee from God, keeps thee from Christ, resists the Word of Life, leads thee out of the way of Life, leads thee about after thy pleasures and sports,
This is it which carries thee from God, keeps thee from christ, resists the Word of Life, leads thee out of the Way of Life, leads thee about After thy pleasures and sports,
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and companions, holds thee down to this earth, and is dragging thee to Hell.
and Sodales, holds thee down to this earth, and is dragging thee to Hell.
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This is it which makes sinners say concerning the Word of Life, The Word that is spoken to us in the Name of the Lord, we will not do,
This is it which makes Sinners say Concerning the Word of Life, The Word that is spoken to us in the Name of the Lord, we will not do,
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but will do whatsoever proceeds out of our own mouths: but will do whatsoever proceeds out of our own mouths:
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That makes them say concerning Christ, We will not have this man to Reign over us:
That makes them say Concerning christ, We will not have this man to Reign over us:
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Let the World reign if it will, let the Devil reign if he will, let Pride,
Let the World Reign if it will, let the devil Reign if he will, let Pride,
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and Envie, and Malice reign if they will; but whosoever reigns, this man shall not reign over me.
and Envy, and Malice Reign if they will; but whosoever reigns, this man shall not Reign over me.
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'Tis this that layes so many blocks, creates so many difficulties in the way of Holiness, makes this way seem too strait and narrow;
It's this that lays so many blocks, creates so many difficulties in the Way of Holiness, makes this Way seem too strait and narrow;
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the duties of it impossible, the troubles of it intolerable.
the duties of it impossible, the Troubles of it intolerable.
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Were it not for this, the way of Christ would be easie, and his burthen light:
Were it not for this, the Way of christ would be easy, and his burden Light:
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This is that Self which must be denied, if you will follow Christ.
This is that Self which must be denied, if you will follow christ.
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If you ask what it is to deny self? In short, it is to shake off its government, to resist its reasonings, to disobey its commands, to refuse to follow its inclinations, or satisfie its lustings.
If you ask what it is to deny self? In short, it is to shake off its government, to resist its reasonings, to disobey its commands, to refuse to follow its inclinations, or satisfy its lustings.
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Brethren, whatever Christ counsels you to, or commands (as I told you) this Self will be reasoning against it, and counter-manding it.
Brothers, whatever christ Counsels you to, or commands (as I told you) this Self will be reasoning against it, and countermanding it.
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When Christ sayes, Be humble, be watchful, be circumspect, be perfect, labour, run, strive, suffer; Your flesh will contradict, this is an hard Master, these are hard sayings;
When christ Says, Be humble, be watchful, be circumspect, be perfect, labour, run, strive, suffer; Your Flesh will contradict, this is an hard Master, these Are hard sayings;
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all this is both needless and intolerable: Shake off thy heavy yoke, and take thy liberty, turn out of this straight way, and take thy course;
all this is both needless and intolerable: Shake off thy heavy yoke, and take thy liberty, turn out of this straight Way, and take thy course;
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pity thy self, spare thy self, and put not thy self to such hard service when thou mayest be free;pity thy self, spare thy self, and put not thy self to such hard service when thou Mayest be free;
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at least, thou mayest abate something of this strictness:
At least, thou Mayest abate something of this strictness:
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If thou wilt be holy, what need so much care and labour about it? Allow thy self some liberty, some ease, some pleasure.
If thou wilt be holy, what need so much care and labour about it? Allow thy self Some liberty, Some ease, Some pleasure.
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And if you yield in a little, then it will counsel you to take a little more,
And if you yield in a little, then it will counsel you to take a little more,
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and a little more, and never give over till it hath reasoned you out of all Christianity,
and a little more, and never give over till it hath reasoned you out of all Christianity,
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and commanded you into very Brutes or Devils.
and commanded you into very Brutus's or Devils.
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But what shall we do, or how shall we deal with this Self when it is thus set upon us?
But what shall we do, or how shall we deal with this Self when it is thus Set upon us?
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Why, return the same Answer to it as Christ did to Peter, when he gave him the like counsel, Master, pity thy self.
Why, return the same Answer to it as christ did to Peter, when he gave him the like counsel, Master, pity thy self.
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Get thee behind me Satan, (saies he) Hold thy peace, Devil, Speak no more thus to me;Get thee behind me Satan, (Says he) Hold thy peace, devil, Speak no more thus to me;
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Say to this Flesh, as the men of Sodom said to Lot, Gen. 19. Stand back: This fellow came in to sojourn,
Say to this Flesh, as the men of Sodom said to Lot, Gen. 19. Stand back: This fellow Come in to sojourn,
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and he will needs be a Judge, or a Ruler. and he will needs be a Judge, or a Ruler.
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Thou art stollen in, I know not how, stollen into my head, stollen into my heart,
Thou art stolen in, I know not how, stolen into my head, stolen into my heart,
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and now thou thinkest to be a Counseller, to be a Ruler. Stand back ( Flesh ) hold thy peace, for I may not hearken to thee.
and now thou Thinkest to be a Counsellor, to be a Ruler. Stand back (Flesh) hold thy peace, for I may not harken to thee.
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Say to it as the King of Israel said concerning the Prophet, I hate him, for he never speaks good to me, but evil.
Say to it as the King of Israel said Concerning the Prophet, I hate him, for he never speaks good to me, but evil.
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Say to this wicked Flesh, as those wicked ones said against the Lord, The word which thou hast spoken to me, I will not do:
Say to this wicked Flesh, as those wicked ones said against the Lord, The word which thou hast spoken to me, I will not do:
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The liberty thou demandest, thou shalt not have: the pleasure, and the ease which thou cravest, I will not allow thee:
The liberty thou demandest, thou shalt not have: the pleasure, and the ease which thou cravest, I will not allow thee:
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my Lord, whom thou counsellest me against, shall be my Lord;
my Lord, whom thou counselest me against, shall be my Lord;
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him will I love, him will I obey, him will I follow in all that he shall say to me:
him will I love, him will I obey, him will I follow in all that he shall say to me:
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I will not pamper this Flesh, but pinch it the more: I will not humour this fleshly mind, but cross it the more:
I will not pamper this Flesh, but pinch it the more: I will not humour this fleshly mind, but cross it the more:
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I will not feed this fleshly appetite, but hold it the shorter for its cravings and lustings:
I will not feed this fleshly appetite, but hold it the shorter for its cravings and lustings:
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I will not Pray the less, or Fast the less, or Hear the less, because this Flesh is against it,
I will not Pray the less, or Fast the less, or Hear the less, Because this Flesh is against it,
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but will Pray the more, and Fast the more, and beat down this bodie, and bring it into subjection with the more care and diligence:
but will Pray the more, and Fast the more, and beatrice down this body, and bring it into subjection with the more care and diligence:
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I will starve this proud beggar, and weary it out of its imperious demands; it shall get nothing, if I can help it, by all this ado it makes,
I will starve this proud beggar, and weary it out of its imperious demands; it shall get nothing, if I can help it, by all this ado it makes,
pns11 vmb vvi d j n1, cc j pn31 av pp-f po31 j n2; pn31 vmb vvi pix, cs pns11 vmb vvi pn31, p-acp d d n1 pn31 vvz,
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but shall rather be held the shorter;
but shall rather be held the shorter;
cc-acp vmb av-c vbi vvn dt jc;
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I will the rather deny my self what I may allow my self, because I will not feed or foster such an enemy. Oh Christians!
I will the rather deny my self what I may allow my self, Because I will not feed or foster such an enemy. O Christians!
pns11 vmb dt av-c vvi po11 n1 r-crq pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1, c-acp pns11 vmb xx vvi cc vvi d dt n1. uh np1!
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What an exact life might we live, and with what ease might we go on our holy course,
What an exact life might we live, and with what ease might we go on our holy course,
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if this enemy were once well laid? What an uncontrouled dominion might our Lord have over us,
if this enemy were once well laid? What an uncontrolled dominion might our Lord have over us,
cs d n1 vbdr a-acp av vvn? q-crq dt j n1 n1 po12 n1 vhb p-acp pno12,
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if this Self were pulled down from sitting with him in the Throne? And how much might be done to the destroying of it, by our constant denying it? Keep the Flesh low,
if this Self were pulled down from sitting with him in the Throne? And how much might be done to the destroying of it, by our constant denying it? Keep the Flesh low,
cs d n1 vbdr vvn a-acp p-acp vvg p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1? cc c-crq d vmd vbi vdn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31, p-acp po12 j vvg pn31? np1 dt n1 j,
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and by degrees you kill it.
and by Degrees you kill it.
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But woe to us, what Friends are we of this Enemy? how gently do we deal with this old man? What provision do we make for this Flesh? What we have a mind to, we must have;
But woe to us, what Friends Are we of this Enemy? how gently do we deal with this old man? What provision do we make for this Flesh? What we have a mind to, we must have;
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what we have a mind to do, we will do; whither we have a mind to go, we will go, and seldome give our Reasons,
what we have a mind to do, we will do; whither we have a mind to go, we will go, and seldom give our Reasons,
r-crq pns12 vhb dt n1 pc-acp vdi, pns12 vmb vdi; c-crq pns12 vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi, pns12 vmb vvi, cc av vvb po12 n2,
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or our Consciences liberty to say to us, What dost thou? or once to judge,
or our Consciences liberty to say to us, What dost thou? or once to judge,
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whether it be good for us, or fit for us, or safe to us, or no? We are just like some fond Parents,
whither it be good for us, or fit for us, or safe to us, or no? We Are just like Some found Parents,
cs pn31 vbb j p-acp pno12, cc j p-acp pno12, cc j p-acp pno12, cc av-dx? pns12 vbr av av-j d j n2,
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if their Child cry, though it be but for a knife, or a handfull of dirt, it must have it to still it.
if their Child cry, though it be but for a knife, or a handful of dirt, it must have it to still it.
cs po32 n1 vvi, cs pn31 vbi cc-acp p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vmb vhi pn31 p-acp av pn31.
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A wise Parent will rather give his Child a Rod, than that which will hurt it,
A wise Parent will rather give his Child a Rod, than that which will hurt it,
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and knows that this will be hurt enough, that a Child should alwayes have its will:
and knows that this will be hurt enough, that a Child should always have its will:
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Oh check and whip this Brat, and let not thy Soul spare for its crying. Better the Child cry, than the Parent;
O check and whip this Brat, and let not thy Soul spare for its crying. Better the Child cry, than the Parent;
uh n1 cc vvi d n1, cc vvb xx po21 n1 vvi p-acp po31 n-vvg. j dt n1 vvb, cs dt n1;
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better the Flesh cry, than the Soul and Conscience.
better the Flesh cry, than the Soul and Conscience.
jc dt n1 vvb, cs dt n1 cc n1.
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But oh what a sad wonder is it to observe, how strangely indulgent too many Christians are this way, who suffer their flesh to leave them almost to any thing;
But o what a sad wonder is it to observe, how strangely indulgent too many Christians Are this Way, who suffer their Flesh to leave them almost to any thing;
cc-acp uh q-crq dt j n1 vbz pn31 pc-acp vvi, c-crq av-j j av d np1 vbr d n1, r-crq vvb po32 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 av p-acp d n1;
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who in a self-seeking, flesh-pleasing life, have equalled and even out-gone many of the carnal world.
who in a self-seeking, Flesh pleasing life, have equaled and even outgone many of the carnal world.
r-crq p-acp dt j, j n1, vhb vvn cc av vvn d pp-f dt j n1.
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What a liberty have many that seem to be Christians, even of the highest form, often taken in the dayes of their prosperity? Some seeking great things for themselves, driving so hard after estates, honour, high places, &c. as if they meant to return,
What a liberty have many that seem to be Christians, even of the highest from, often taken in the days of their Prosperity? some seeking great things for themselves, driving so hard After estates, honour, high places, etc. as if they meant to return,
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and take their portion with the men of this world.
and take their portion with the men of this world.
cc vvi po32 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1.
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Others living in pleasure with Solomon, Eccles. 2. 10. Whatever their eyes desire, they keep not from them, they withhold not themselves from any joy.
Others living in pleasure with Solomon, Eccles. 2. 10. Whatever their eyes desire, they keep not from them, they withhold not themselves from any joy.
ng2-jn vvg p-acp n1 p-acp np1, np1 crd crd r-crq po32 n2 vvi, pns32 vvb xx p-acp pno32, pns32 vvb xx px32 p-acp d n1.
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VVho, as if they hoped to charm their flesh out of its enmity, or to kill it bd kindness;
Who, as if they hoped to charm their Flesh out of its enmity, or to kill it bd kindness;
r-crq, c-acp cs pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi po32 n1 av pp-f po31 n1, cc pc-acp vvi pn31 vvn n1;
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or if this were the Enemy, which when it hungers, they must feed, when it thirsts, they must give it drink,
or if this were the Enemy, which when it hunger's, they must feed, when it thirsts, they must give it drink,
cc cs d vbdr dt n1, r-crq c-crq pn31 n2, pns32 vmb vvi, c-crq pn31 vvz, pns32 vmb vvi pn31 vvi,
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and thereby heap devouring coals upon its head; will not say it nay whenever it craves.and thereby heap devouring coals upon its head; will not say it nay whenever it craves.
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Oh what liberty have we seen taken by many such, for excessive feastings, costly attire, vain fashions, frothy, light and carnal merriments;
O what liberty have we seen taken by many such, for excessive feastings, costly attire, vain fashions, frothy, Light and carnal merriments;
uh q-crq n1 vhb pns12 vvn vvn p-acp d d, c-acp j n2-vvg, j n1, j n2, j, j cc j n2;
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yea, and despisings, and condemnings of the stricter, and more self-denying way of more severe and mortified Christians;
yea, and despisings, and condemnings of the Stricter, and more self-denying Way of more severe and mortified Christians;
uh, cc n2-vvg, cc n2 pp-f dt jc, cc av-dc j n1 pp-f dc j cc j-vvn np1;
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as if this proceeded out of an affectation of a voluntary humility, or an ignorance of their Christian liberty.
as if this proceeded out of an affectation of a voluntary humility, or an ignorance of their Christian liberty.
c-acp cs d vvd av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po32 np1 n1.
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But is this indeed the way to crucifie the flesh? Or have you gotten it so much under command already, that now you can securely trust it with, any thing it would have, without fear of its getting head,
But is this indeed the Way to crucify the Flesh? Or have you got it so much under command already, that now you can securely trust it with, any thing it would have, without Fear of its getting head,
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and making war against Christ or your Souls again? Look to your selves, Christians;
and making war against christ or your Souls again? Look to your selves, Christians;
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look back, and consider, whether your Souls have not suffered, whilst your flesh have been thus surfeited;look back, and Consider, whither your Souls have not suffered, while your Flesh have been thus surfeited;
vvb av, cc vvi, cs po22 n2 vhb xx vvn, cs po22 n1 vhb vbn av vvn;
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whether there have not been some abatements made to Christ, for every such allowance granted to the flesh;
whither there have not been Some abatements made to christ, for every such allowance granted to the Flesh;
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and whether God hath not been provoked, whilst self hath been thus pleased.
and whither God hath not been provoked, while self hath been thus pleased.
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Think sadly, whether this abuse of our liberty be not something that the Lord is now pleading with us about, and scourging us for.
Think sadly, whither this abuse of our liberty be not something that the Lord is now pleading with us about, and scourging us for.
vvb av-j, cs d n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbb xx pi cst dt n1 vbz av vvg p-acp pno12 p-acp, cc vvg pno12 p-acp.
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We have even put the Lord to it, to cast us into the house of mourning, thereby to repair the breaches that have been made upon our Souls in our Houses of Feasting: And our Lord Jesus puts us the harder to the second Lesson, Take up your Cross, because we did no better learn our first, Deny your selves.
We have even put the Lord to it, to cast us into the house of mourning, thereby to repair the Breaches that have been made upon our Souls in our Houses of Feasting: And our Lord jesus puts us the harder to the second lesson, Take up your Cross, Because we did not better Learn our First, Deny your selves.
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IV. Order your selves aright. Beloved, if you will observe the former Rules well, all that remains will be the more easie,
IV. Order your selves aright. beloved, if you will observe the former Rules well, all that remains will be the more easy,
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and I shall be the shorter in it.
and I shall be the shorter in it.
cc pns11 vmb vbi dt jc p-acp pn31.
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Order your selves aright, iu those things I mean, that especially concern your own persons; keep your own hearts with all diligence, look well to your own wayes, Gal. 6. 4. Le every man prove his own work, Order your selves aright, ju those things I mean, that especially concern your own Persons; keep your own hearts with all diligence, look well to your own ways, Gal. 6. 4. Le every man prove his own work,
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and then shall he hav• rejoycing in himself, and not in another. Keep a strict and severe eye upon your selves;and then shall he hav• rejoicing in himself, and not in Another. Keep a strict and severe eye upon your selves;
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hold a strict hand upon your selves, be more severe towards your selves, than towards all the World. It's an ill sign, to see Professors of Religion severe in their observing, imposing upon, and censuring others; and more remiss towards themselves.
hold a strict hand upon your selves, be more severe towards your selves, than towards all the World. It's an ill Signen, to see Professors of Religion severe in their observing, imposing upon, and censuring Others; and more remiss towards themselves.
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Be more can did and charitable towards others, but exercise more severity at home.
Be more can did and charitable towards Others, but exercise more severity At home.
vbb av-dc n1 vdd cc j p-acp n2-jn, cc-acp vvb dc n1 p-acp n1-an.
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In the right ordering your selves, take great care that you, 1. Allow not your selves in the least know Sin. 2. Live not in the neglect of any known Duty. 3. Take heed of the World. 4. Be Humble. 5. Be Temperate. 6. Be Moderate.
In the right ordering your selves, take great care that you, 1. Allow not your selves in the least know Sin. 2. Live not in the neglect of any known Duty. 3. Take heed of the World. 4. Be Humble. 5. Be Temperate. 6. Be Moderate.
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1. That you allow not your selves in the practice of the least known sin.
1. That you allow not your selves in the practice of the least known since.
crd cst pn22 vvb xx po22 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt av-ds j-vvn n1.
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Do not look on this as any Apology for sin, or your easier entertaining of it, That it is but a little one.
Do not look on this as any Apology for since, or your Easier entertaining of it, That it is but a little one.
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There is no sin that can properly be termed little.
There is no since that can properly be termed little.
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The least iniquity will cost either the Blood of Christ or the blood of your own Souls. Little Sins are spreading sins;
The least iniquity will cost either the Blood of christ or the blood of your own Souls. Little Sins Are spreading Sins;
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a little leaven leaveneth the whole lump:
a little leaven leaveneth the Whole lump:
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Elijahs Cloud, out of the bignesse of a Mans hand, in a few hours cloathed the whole Heavens in black:Elijahs Cloud, out of the bigness of a men hand, in a few hours clothed the Whole Heavens in black:
n2 n1, av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1, p-acp dt d n2 vvn dt j-jn n2 p-acp j-jn:
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You will find it something in your Repentance, which you counted as nothing in the Commission.
You will find it something in your Repentance, which you counted as nothing in the Commission.
pn22 vmb vvi pn31 pi p-acp po22 n1, r-crq pn22 vvn p-acp pix p-acp dt n1.
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Little sins are leading sins; the child conveighed in at the Window, will open the door to let all the great Thieves in.
Little Sins Are leading Sins; the child conveyed in At the Window, will open the door to let all the great Thieves in.
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When Gad came into the world, his Mother said, Behold a Troop cometh, 2 King. 6. 32. When the Messenger of the King of Israel came to the Prophet, Shut the door, hold him fast (sayes he) at the door; Is not the sound of his Masters feet behind him? Shut the door against every sin,
When Gad Come into the world, his Mother said, Behold a Troop comes, 2 King. 6. 32. When the Messenger of the King of Israel Come to the Prophet, Shut the door, hold him fast (Says he) At the door; Is not the found of his Masters feet behind him? Shut the door against every since,
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for whose Messenger is it? Look behind, and see who comes after;
for whose Messenger is it? Look behind, and see who comes After;
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Is not the sound of his Masters feet behind him? The Devil is not far off, whenever Sir knocks for admission;Is not the found of his Masters feet behind him? The devil is not Far off, whenever Sir knocks for admission;
vbz xx dt n1 pp-f po31 ng1 n2 p-acp pno31? dt n1 vbz xx av-j a-acp, av n1 vvz p-acp n1;
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and the door being opened to the Messenger, it's like to stand open for the Master to enter:
and the door being opened to the Messenger, it's like to stand open for the Master to enter:
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Take heed, Brethren, that you do not give a tolleration to any sin; little sins allowed, become great sins.
Take heed, Brothers, that you do not give a toleration to any since; little Sins allowed, become great Sins.
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The allowance of sin is that which makes the great wast upon Conscience, and the great spoil upon our peace.
The allowance of since is that which makes the great waste upon Conscience, and the great spoil upon our peace.
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I will not say, what grace there may be in the heart, but sure there is but little tendernesse in the conscience, that doth not bid defiance to the least of Sins.
I will not say, what grace there may be in the heart, but sure there is but little tenderness in the conscience, that does not bid defiance to the least of Sins.
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Beloved, if Sin doth get the possession at any time of your hearts, let it be rather upon surprize, than surrender; be so watchful, that if it be possible, you may not be surpriz'd by sin, or taken at unawares;
beloved, if since does get the possession At any time of your hearts, let it be rather upon surprise, than surrender; be so watchful, that if it be possible, you may not be surprised by since, or taken At unawares;
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but whatever you do, see you do not surrender your selves to it;
but whatever you do, see you do not surrender your selves to it;
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be so jealous, that if it may be, Sin may not steal in upon you in a disguise,
be so jealous, that if it may be, since may not steal in upon you in a disguise,
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but when you see what it is, beware of it as of the Devil:
but when you see what it is, beware of it as of the devil:
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Will you let a known Enemy lodge within you? Brethren, do not shut your eyes against sin,
Will you let a known Enemy lodge within you? Brothers, do not shut your eyes against since,
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nor open your doors to it.
nor open your doors to it.
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Shut not your eyes against it, be willing to know it, do not go about to perswade your selves concerning any thing you have a mind to, that it is not sinful, that it may be lawful enough,
Shut not your eyes against it, be willing to know it, do not go about to persuade your selves Concerning any thing you have a mind to, that it is not sinful, that it may be lawful enough,
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for ought you know, but examine it, and look through it impartially, and if you find it to be sin, receive it not in.
for ought you know, but examine it, and look through it impartially, and if you find it to be since, receive it not in.
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I cannot well say, whether of the two be in the worse case, those that are not willing to know they do, or those that do what they know to be evil;
I cannot well say, whither of the two be in the Worse case, those that Are not willing to know they do, or those that do what they know to be evil;
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but this I can say, that neither the one nor the other, (if there be any thing of God in them) are like to know whether there be or no;
but this I can say, that neither the one nor the other, (if there be any thing of God in them) Are like to know whither there be or no;
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such winkings will blind their eyes, and such walkings will blot their Evidences, and both hinder that progress in holinesse, which is necessary to build them up in comfort.
such winkings will blind their eyes, and such walkings will blot their Evidences, and both hinder that progress in holiness, which is necessary to built them up in Comfort.
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If you would be sure the Lord is yours, keep close to him, if you would keep close by God, keep clear of sin,
If you would be sure the Lord is yours, keep close to him, if you would keep close by God, keep clear of since,
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and if you would keep clear of sin, keep your Windows open, but your doors shut;
and if you would keep clear of since, keep your Windows open, but your doors shut;
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see who 'tis that knocks before you let them in.
see who it's that knocks before you let them in.
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An open eye, and a tender conscience, will be the best security to both your grace and peace.
an open eye, and a tender conscience, will be the best security to both your grace and peace.
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2. Live not in the neglect of any known duty.
2. Live not in the neglect of any known duty.
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The Devil may be served not only by your doing evil, but by your doing nothing.
The devil may be served not only by your doing evil, but by your doing nothing.
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We obey the will of the flesh, when we only neglect to obey the will of God:
We obey the will of the Flesh, when we only neglect to obey the will of God:
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As our Commissions stab, so our Omissions starve our souls. God will not, and our souls cannot want a duty;
As our Commissions stab, so our Omissions starve our Souls. God will not, and our Souls cannot want a duty;
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our lamenesse in our practise, will quickly appear in the leannesse of our Souls.
our lameness in our practice, will quickly appear in the leanness of our Souls.
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O missions will be reckoned for a Judgment, and therefore must be reckoned, and repented of now.
O missions will be reckoned for a Judgement, and Therefore must be reckoned, and repented of now.
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Do not content your selves with a negative holiness, that you do not harm;
Do not content your selves with a negative holiness, that you do not harm;
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do not think it enough, to be able to say, I know nothing by my self, no hurt that I have done;
do not think it enough, to be able to say, I know nothing by my self, no hurt that I have done;
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suppose you do not, yet thereby are you not justified.
suppose you do not, yet thereby Are you not justified.
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God will judge you, and may condemn you, for what you have ( not ) done.
God will judge you, and may condemn you, for what you have (not) done.
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If you had nothing to answer for, but your neglects:
If you had nothing to answer for, but your neglects:
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The neglects of one day, of one hour, will undo you for ever, if you have not a Christ to answer for you.
The neglects of one day, of one hour, will undo you for ever, if you have not a christ to answer for you.
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To be holy hath more in it than to be harmless.
To be holy hath more in it than to be harmless.
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There must be doing your duty, as well as departing from iniquity, Isa. 1. 16. Cease to do evil, learn to do well.
There must be doing your duty, as well as departing from iniquity, Isaiah 1. 16. Cease to do evil, Learn to do well.
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Nor is it a little now and then that will serve, There must be continuance in well-doing, a readiness to every good work, a fruitfulness in good works, a faithfulness in good works.
Nor is it a little now and then that will serve, There must be Continuance in welldoing, a readiness to every good work, a fruitfulness in good works, a faithfulness in good works.
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Well done good and faithful Servant. Well done good and faithful Servant.
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That's a faithful servant, that hath done his best, that hath not voluntarily neglected any thing of his Masters work,
That's a faithful servant, that hath done his best, that hath not voluntarily neglected any thing of his Masters work,
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nor wasted any of his Masters talents:
nor wasted any of his Masters Talents:
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that's able to say, though I have not done what I ought, yet I have endeavoured to do what I can.
that's able to say, though I have not done what I ought, yet I have endeavoured to do what I can.
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Everie neglect is a degree of unfaithfulness. If ye will be the servants of Christ, be faithful servants;
Every neglect is a degree of unfaithfulness. If you will be the Servants of christ, be faithful Servants;
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and that you may be so, 1. Neglect not any kind of Duty; One thing lacking may be the losse of all.
and that you may be so, 1. Neglect not any kind of Duty; One thing lacking may be the loss of all.
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You can hear, it may be, but you cannot pray; you can pray in secret, but you cannot pray in your Families;
You can hear, it may be, but you cannot pray; you can pray in secret, but you cannot pray in your Families;
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you can instruct your Families, but you cannot govern them;
you can instruct your Families, but you cannot govern them;
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you can love the Saints, you say, but you neglect the communion of Saints; you can be just in your dealings, but you cannot be charitable; you can give an Alms to an hungry bodie, but you cannot give counsel to a sinful soul; you can give Counsel, but you cannot give a reproof; this or that you cannot bring your heart to;
you can love the Saints, you say, but you neglect the communion of Saints; you can be just in your dealings, but you cannot be charitable; you can give an Alms to an hungry body, but you cannot give counsel to a sinful soul; you can give Counsel, but you cannot give a reproof; this or that you cannot bring your heart to;
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but take heed, though you cannot bring your heart to it, yet neglect not to be working your heart to it, to be perswading, and reasoning, and praying your heart to it;
but take heed, though you cannot bring your heart to it, yet neglect not to be working your heart to it, to be persuading, and reasoning, and praying your heart to it;
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take heed there be not an Act of Indulgence passed for this neglect: take heed you do not say, the Lord pardon me in this thing, and so give off, and let it alone.
take heed there be not an Act of Indulgence passed for this neglect: take heed you do not say, the Lord pardon me in this thing, and so give off, and let it alone.
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2. Neglect not any opportunity of dutie. Whenever the Lord calls to duty, let your heart answer:
2. Neglect not any opportunity of duty. Whenever the Lord calls to duty, let your heart answer:
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whenever the Lord opens a door for any service, take the season.
whenever the Lord Opens a door for any service, take the season.
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1. Be watchful, and observe every opportunity. Sometimes the Lord puts thine enemy into thine hand, gives thee some special advantage against such a lust or corruption: Sometimes the Lord puts a price into thy hand, an opportunity of getting in,
1. Be watchful, and observe every opportunity. Sometime the Lord puts thine enemy into thine hand, gives thee Some special advantage against such a lust or corruption: Sometime the Lord puts a price into thy hand, an opportunity of getting in,
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or laying up for thy Soul, an opportunity of laying out for God or thy Soul, observe diligently all such seasons. Thou maiest do more,
or laying up for thy Soul, an opportunity of laying out for God or thy Soul, observe diligently all such seasons. Thou Mayest do more,
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or get more, in such an hour, than in many daies after.
or get more, in such an hour, than in many days After.
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2. Keep thy heart in a disposednesse, and constant towardlinesse to Dutie: be alwaies prepared to everie good work;
2. Keep thy heart in a disposedness, and constant towardliness to Duty: be always prepared to every good work;
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see that however sometimes thou maiest want power to perform, yet to will may be alwaies present.
see that however sometime thou Mayest want power to perform, yet to will may be always present.
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When a price is put into thine hand, seee thou want not a heart to it;
When a price is put into thine hand, seee thou want not a heart to it;
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When thine Enemy is in thine hand, let not thy heart spare it, let not thine heart be out of the way, whenever the season serves;
When thine Enemy is in thine hand, let not thy heart spare it, let not thine heart be out of the Way, whenever the season serves;
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let not thy heart recur thus upon thee afterward, O what a day have I lost? how much seed might I have sown this day for Eternity? what a treasure might I have laid up for Everlasting?
let not thy heart recur thus upon thee afterwards, O what a day have I lost? how much seed might I have sown this day for Eternity? what a treasure might I have laid up for Everlasting?
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3. Above all, take heed you (live) not under a neglect of duty.
3. Above all, take heed you (live) not under a neglect of duty.
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The most diligent and vigilant Christians have too many neglects, but see that you are not guilty of any neglect in ordinarie;
The most diligent and vigilant Christians have too many neglects, but see that you Are not guilty of any neglect in ordinary;
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that there be not any thing that you know to be your dutie, which you commonly, and of course, passe over,
that there be not any thing that you know to be your duty, which you commonly, and of course, pass over,
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so that this day, is even as yesterday, and to morrow, and next day, and next week, and so on, is like to be as this day. Whatever it be that you perform, such a neglect as this will unavoidably hinder the thriving of your Souls in the Grace of God. For,
so that this day, is even as yesterday, and to morrow, and next day, and next Week, and so on, is like to be as this day. Whatever it be that you perform, such a neglect as this will avoidable hinder the thriving of your Souls in the Grace of God. For,
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1. The guilt of such a neglect, will wither and mar the beauty of what is done, and the Lord will have such a standing controversie with you for what is not done, that he will not accept or prosper what is done.
1. The guilt of such a neglect, will wither and mar the beauty of what is done, and the Lord will have such a standing controversy with you for what is not done, that he will not accept or prosper what is done.
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2. There will be the want of the influence of those duties that are neglected.
2. There will be the want of the influence of those duties that Are neglected.
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We cannot want a duty, but we may afterwards find the want of it in the state of our Souls.
We cannot want a duty, but we may afterwards find the want of it in the state of our Souls.
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Grace out of exercise grows to decay, and if one of thy spiritual members suffer or wast, the whole body suffers with it.
Grace out of exercise grows to decay, and if one of thy spiritual members suffer or wast, the Whole body suffers with it.
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3. The Devil will fill up the vacuities of our lives.
3. The devil will fill up the Vacuities of our lives.
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There is not a void Plat in thy Garden, but the Devil will be sowing his seed;
There is not a void Plate in thy Garden, but the devil will be sowing his seed;
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If you do, the Devil will not leave an empty day, nor an empty hour of your lives:
If you do, the devil will not leave an empty day, nor an empty hour of your lives:
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If grace do not fill up each day with the duties of it, he will fill it up with sin:
If grace do not fill up each day with the duties of it, he will fill it up with since:
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'Tis an hundred to one, but a weed grows up in the room, where a Flower is wanting.
It's an hundred to one, but a weed grows up in the room, where a Flower is wanting.
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Brethren, if you would be thriving Christians, be Universal Christians, for any work your Master hath to do;
Brothers, if you would be thriving Christians, be Universal Christians, for any work your Master hath to do;
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be ingenuous Christians, willing to know your whole duty; be watchful Christians, that you may know your duty seasons;
be ingenuous Christians, willing to know your Whole duty; be watchful Christians, that you may know your duty seasons;
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and then be faithful, allow not your selves in, be not patient with your selves under any neglect.
and then be faithful, allow not your selves in, be not patient with your selves under any neglect.
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3 Take heed of the world.
3 Take heed of the world.
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If you be Christians, Christ hath gotten the better of the world, hath gotten the preheminence in you, and brought the world under.
If you be Christians, christ hath got the better of the world, hath got the pre-eminence in you, and brought the world under.
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If it be so, take heed it get not head again, and that you may be both secured from the snares of the world,
If it be so, take heed it get not head again, and that you may be both secured from the snares of the world,
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and make your best advantages, as Christians of it, Take these following Directions. 1. Never make an exchange of Christ, or any thing of Christ, for the world,
and make your best advantages, as Christians of it, Take these following Directions. 1. Never make an exchange of christ, or any thing of christ, for the world,
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or any thing that is of the world; or any thing that is of the world;
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never buy or purchase any thing of the world at so dear a rate, as the losse of any thing of Christ.
never buy or purchase any thing of the world At so dear a rate, as the loss of any thing of christ.
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Lose not any degree of grace, for the gaining this worlds goods; lose not a spiritual duty, for the attending on a worldly business.
Loose not any degree of grace, for the gaining this world's goods; loose not a spiritual duty, for the attending on a worldly business.
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Enrich not your bodies upon the impoverishment of your Souls.
Enrich not your bodies upon the impoverishment of your Souls.
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What possession or use of this world, you may have without your spiritual prejudices, enjoy it, and be thankful;
What possession or use of this world, you may have without your spiritual prejudices, enjoy it, and be thankful;
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but beware you do not so take up with the businesses, and take in the advantages of this earth, that your souls suffer losse;
but beware you do not so take up with the businesses, and take in the advantages of this earth, that your Souls suffer loss;
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that you should ever have occasion to say of any thing you have done or gotten, This is the price of my peace, this is the price of my comfort, this is the price of a Sabbath,
that you should ever have occasion to say of any thing you have done or got, This is the price of my peace, this is the price of my Comfort, this is the price of a Sabbath,
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or a Sacrament, or a Prayer; I have lost a Sabbath, I have lost my communion with God in prayer;
or a Sacrament, or a Prayer; I have lost a Sabbath, I have lost my communion with God in prayer;
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I have abated the life and the vigour, and exercise of my grace; and this is all I have for it, some addition to my outward state:
I have abated the life and the vigour, and exercise of my grace; and this is all I have for it, Some addition to my outward state:
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I have more of earth, but so much the less of Heaven, more Gold, but the less Grace, more of this Manimon, but so much the less Manna, more of the Cistern, but so much the less of the Fountain. Beloved, it was never the intent of the Gospel to strip you of this worlds goods,
I have more of earth, but so much the less of Heaven, more Gold, but the less Grace, more of this Manimon, but so much the less Manna, more of the Cistern, but so much the less of the Fountain. beloved, it was never the intent of the Gospel to strip you of this world's goods,
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but to secure you only from the mischief of it:
but to secure you only from the mischief of it:
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be but so watchful, and so fearful, and so wise, and wary in the managing your worldly businesses, in the improving or securing your worldly estates, that you be not hereby losers upon a spiritual account, that you may have what you have as an addition, but not so in commutation for Christ,
be but so watchful, and so fearful, and so wise, and wary in the managing your worldly businesses, in the improving or securing your worldly estates, that you be not hereby losers upon a spiritual account, that you may have what you have as an addition, but not so in commutation for christ,
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and he will never begrutch it you, or blame you for it. 2. Let not Christ and the world again change places or interests.
and he will never Begrudge it you, or blame you for it. 2. Let not christ and the world again change places or interests.
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If Christ hath your hearts, let him not again be thrown under your feet;
If christ hath your hearts, let him not again be thrown under your feet;
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If the world begotten under foot, let it not again get up into the throne, let it be your servant if you will,
If the world begotten under foot, let it not again get up into the throne, let it be your servant if you will,
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but let it never again be your God.
but let it never again be your God.
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Let Christ be the chief in you, let him have the highest esteem, the dearest, the strength of your affections, the great command of you:
Let christ be the chief in you, let him have the highest esteem, the dearest, the strength of your affections, the great command of you:
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Let the Word of Christ be of more power with you, and carry you farther, than all the gains and glory of the World.
Let the Word of christ be of more power with you, and carry you farther, than all the gains and glory of the World.
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Let not this be your rule, To follow Christ and Holiness so far as you may, without any prejudice to your worldly interest;
Let not this be your Rule, To follow christ and Holiness so Far as you may, without any prejudice to your worldly Interest;
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but let this be it, Follow the world so fur only as you may, without being false or unfaithful to Christ.
but let this be it, Follow the world so fur only as you may, without being false or unfaithful to christ.
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Venture on in Holiness to the greatest hazard of your estate, but venture not after this, with the least hazard of your Religion.
Venture on in Holiness to the greatest hazard of your estate, but venture not After this, with the least hazard of your Religion.
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Resolve to be Christians, whether you be rich or poor, but endeavour not to be rich,
Resolve to be Christians, whither you be rich or poor, but endeavour not to be rich,
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but upon such terms that you may be never the lesse Christians. Especially take heed that the Prosperity of the World steal not away your hearts:
but upon such terms that you may be never the less Christians. Especially take heed that the Prosperity of the World steal not away your hearts:
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Psal. 62. 10. If riches (increase) set not your hearts upon them. 'Tis hard to prosper in the world, and not to prostitute our hearts to it.Psalm 62. 10. If riches (increase) Set not your hearts upon them. It's hard to prosper in the world, and not to prostitute our hearts to it.
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Temptation of prosperity are the worlds courting, and complementing, and wooing of our love:
Temptation of Prosperity Are the world's courting, and Complimenting, and wooing of our love:
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If ever a Suitor be like to prevail, it is when he puts on his best array,
If ever a Suitor be like to prevail, it is when he puts on his best array,
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and trims up himself in his Richest and most enticing habit.
and trims up himself in his Richest and most enticing habit.
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Prosperity is the World in its glory; when ever it presents it self thus to you, then take heed lest you forget God,
Prosperity is the World in its glory; when ever it presents it self thus to you, then take heed lest you forget God,
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and prove Adulterers aud adulteresses from Christ. and prove Adulterers and Adulteresses from christ.
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3. Let not the Lord want any thing that you have, There is nothing that you have,
3. Let not the Lord want any thing that you have, There is nothing that you have,
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but it may one time or other be said to you, The Lord hath need of it;
but it may one time or other be said to you, The Lord hath need of it;
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and if he hath, let it go: If the Lord say, I have need of it;
and if he hath, let it go: If the Lord say, I have need of it;
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do not you say, I cannot spare it: Desire to have only for use, and what you have be willing to use it, and use it well.
do not you say, I cannot spare it: Desire to have only for use, and what you have be willing to use it, and use it well.
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Nothing is well used but what is used for God, That which is bestowed on your selves,
Nothing is well used but what is used for God, That which is bestowed on your selves,
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or your Children, is misused if it be not bestowed there for the Lord:
or your Children, is misused if it be not bestowed there for the Lord:
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•ntitle God to all you have, write his Name upon 〈 ◊ 〉, and make it up for him.
•ntitle God to all you have, write his Name upon 〈 ◊ 〉, and make it up for him.
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This is his Wool, and •is Flax, and his Corn, and his Silver, and his Gold, and use it for him.This is his Wool, and •is Flax, and his Corn, and his Silver, and his Gold, and use it for him.
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If your lusts, your pride, or your gluttony, or your envie, if your sports, or your pleasures,
If your Lustiest, your pride, or your gluttony, or your envy, if your sports, or your pleasures,
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or your companions, demand any thing to be spent on them, or given to them, let your answer be, It is •ot mine to give;
or your Sodales, demand any thing to be spent on them, or given to them, let your answer be, It is •ot mine to give;
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or what Nabals was to David, when •e sent to him for provision for himself and his followers, 1 Sam. 25. 10. What is David, or who is the •on of Jesse? Shall I take my bread,
or what Nabals was to David, when •e sent to him for provision for himself and his followers, 1 Sam. 25. 10. What is David, or who is the •on of Jesse? Shall I take my bred,
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and my wa•r, and my flesh that I have killed for my shearers, and ••ve it to men whom I know not whence they be? What ••e these lusts? What is this pride? What are these ••easures? Shall I take these good things which the Lord hath given me,and my wa•r, and my Flesh that I have killed for my shearers, and ••ve it to men whom I know not whence they be? What ••e these Lustiest? What is this pride? What Are these ••easures? Shall I take these good things which the Lord hath given me,
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and bestow them upon ••ch vile things as these? Were these things ••ven me to feed mine enemies,
and bestow them upon ••ch vile things as these? Were these things ••ven me to feed mine enemies,
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and the enemies •f God? To feed Snakes and Adders, Vipers, and •corpions? Was this the end why God hath made me greater than others, that I might be more wicked than others? Hath God made me Rich, that I might be a drunkard,
and the enemies •f God? To feed Snakes and Adders, Vipers, and •corpions? Was this the end why God hath made me greater than Others, that I might be more wicked than Others? Hath God made me Rich, that I might be a drunkard,
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or an adulterer, that I might maintain my pride, and my pomp, and my bruitish pleasures? Hath God made me a rich man, that I might make my self a beast.
or an adulterer, that I might maintain my pride, and my pomp, and my brutish pleasures? Hath God made me a rich man, that I might make my self a beast.
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Beloved, the Lord hath rather lent you then fully given you what you have;
beloved, the Lord hath rather lent you then Fully given you what you have;
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you are but stewards of his manifold gifts he hath put into your hands, you must give an account to God for all your receipts and disbursements,
you Are but Stewards of his manifold Gifts he hath put into your hands, you must give an account to God for all your receipts and disbursements,
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and your account will be but a lame account, if you bring in any thing laid out, that is not laid out for God ▪ Let not the cause of God,
and your account will be but a lame account, if you bring in any thing laid out, that is not laid out for God ▪ Let not the cause of God,
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or Religon want an• thing you have:
or Religion want an• thing you have:
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Let not the poor Saints, or any of the poor afflicted ones of the Lord, go without their parts:
Let not the poor Saints, or any of the poor afflicted ones of the Lord, go without their parts:
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Let it not be said of any of you, 〈 ◊ 〉 good they had been beggars,
Let it not be said of any of you, 〈 ◊ 〉 good they had been beggars,
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as rich men, for any goo• they have done. as rich men, for any goo• they have done.
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He that hath gotten such powe• over all he hath of this world, that he can freel• dispose of it to its proper use, may be numberd 〈 ◊ 〉 mong those that have overcome the world;
He that hath got such powe• over all he hath of this world, that he can freel• dispose of it to its proper use, may be numberd 〈 ◊ 〉 mong those that have overcome the world;
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and 〈 ◊ 〉 is in the less danger of sinding it a temptation and a snare to him.
and 〈 ◊ 〉 is in the less danger of sinding it a temptation and a snare to him.
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4. Be you able to want what you have not. 〈 ◊ 〉 be able to want the world, is a greater hono•• and comfort,
4. Be you able to want what you have not. 〈 ◊ 〉 be able to want the world, is a greater hono•• and Comfort,
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than to possesse and enjoy it.
than to possess and enjoy it.
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I kno• not which is more difficult, to be able to use 〈 ◊ 〉 well,
I kno• not which is more difficult, to be able to use 〈 ◊ 〉 well,
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or to be able to want it; but ordinaril• he that can do one, can do both;
or to be able to want it; but ordinaril• he that can do one, can do both;
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he that ca• carrie himself as a Christian in his plentie, will be able also to carrie himself so in his penurie:
he that ca• carry himself as a Christian in his plenty, will be able also to carry himself so in his penury:
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The Apostle tells us, that he had learned how to do both, Phil. 4. 12. I know how to be abased, and how to abound:
The Apostle tells us, that he had learned how to do both, Philip 4. 12. I know how to be abased, and how to abound:
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In all things I am instructed, bot• to be full, and to be hungry, both to abound, and 〈 ◊ 〉 suffer need. In all things I am instructed, bot• to be full, and to be hungry, both to abound, and 〈 ◊ 〉 suffer need.
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Worldly men can do neither, the• know not how to be rich, nor how to be poor 〈 ◊ 〉 how to be in credit,
Worldly men can do neither, the• know not how to be rich, nor how to be poor 〈 ◊ 〉 how to be in credit,
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nor how to be in disgrace, the can neither bear wealth nor want, that is, they know not how to be as they should be, in either state.
nor how to be in disgrace, the can neither bear wealth nor want, that is, they know not how to be as they should be, in either state.
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If they are rich, and in credit, then they are proud, and wanton, and riotous, and luxurious;
If they Are rich, and in credit, then they Are proud, and wanton, and riotous, and luxurious;
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if they are poor, and in disgrace, then they are impatient, and discontented, and envious at those whose wayes do prosper:
if they Are poor, and in disgrace, then they Are impatient, and discontented, and envious At those whose ways do prosper:
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If they are full, they forget God, if they are emptie, then they fret themselves against the Lord.
If they Are full, they forget God, if they Are empty, then they fret themselves against the Lord.
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To be able to want, •nd to abound, is the same, as to be able to be a Christian,
To be able to want, •nd to abound, is the same, as to be able to be a Christian,
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and to carry himself as becomes a Chri•••an in both estates:
and to carry himself as becomes a Chri•••an in both estates:
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to be able to hold on in a •hristian course, without being hindered or turned •side by the one or the other:
to be able to hold on in a •hristian course, without being hindered or turned •side by the one or the other:
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to be able to be holy •ith the world or without it: On the one side, to be able to be high, and yet humble; honourable, and yet honest;
to be able to be holy •ith the world or without it: On the one side, to be able to be high, and yet humble; honourable, and yet honest;
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rich in this worlds goods, and yet rich in good works, to bear his burthen of thick clay, ••thout either sinking his spirit, or slackening his ••ce heavenwards;
rich in this world's goods, and yet rich in good works, to bear his burden of thick clay, ••thout either sinking his Spirit, or slackening his ••ce heavenwards;
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and on the other side, to be able 〈 ◊ 〉 be poor and patient, afflicted and chearful, com••rtable, contented,
and on the other side, to be able 〈 ◊ 〉 be poor and patient, afflicted and cheerful, com••rtable, contented,
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and as constantly serving the ••rd in the want of all things, as others do in the ••lness of all things.
and as constantly serving the ••rd in the want of all things, as Others do in the ••lness of all things.
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To be able to live by faith, ••ough he hath never so much else to live upon, ••d to be able to live by faith, when he hath no••ing else.
To be able to live by faith, ••ough he hath never so much Else to live upon, ••d to be able to live by faith, when he hath no••ing Else.
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Christians, if you can want, you shall never want. He hath enough, that is able to spare that ••ich he hath not.
Christians, if you can want, you shall never want. He hath enough, that is able to spare that ••ich he hath not.
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If you can want the world, the •vil will then want a temptation, either to en••e you from,
If you can want the world, the •vil will then want a temptation, either to en••e you from,
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or discourage you in your holy •urse; you may then be Christians in spite of all 〈 ◊ 〉 world.
or discourage you in your holy •urse; you may then be Christians in spite of all 〈 ◊ 〉 world.
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5. Above all, Take heed you be indeed gotten clear of the world, from under its dominion. Me• may go far in Religion, and yet may perish b• the world at last:
5. Above all, Take heed you be indeed got clear of the world, from under its dominion. Me• may go Far in Religion, and yet may perish b• the world At last:
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its dreadful to consider, ho• many sad instances there are to be found among Professors of Christianity, who hav• •eemed to have much love to Christ,
its dreadful to Consider, ho• many sad instances there Are to be found among Professors of Christianity, who hav• •eemed to have much love to christ,
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and thin• they love him sincerely, whose hearts are yet secretly chained to the world.
and thin• they love him sincerely, whose hearts Are yet secretly chained to the world.
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There is many 〈 ◊ 〉 Professor that hath made a fair shew, and give• great hopes,
There is many 〈 ◊ 〉 Professor that hath made a fair show, and give• great hope's,
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and hath gotten up both in h• own and others Opinion, even to the higher rank of Saints,
and hath got up both in h• own and Others Opinion, even to the higher rank of Saints,
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and is perswaded in his Co• science, that he is upright with God, and y•• his heart doth secretly cleave more strongly t•• the World than to Christ, and so may peri•• everlastingly.
and is persuaded in his Co• science, that he is upright with God, and y•• his heart does secretly cleave more strongly t•• the World than to christ, and so may peri•• everlastingly.
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As there may be secret pride tha• Men may be guilty of, and not know it;
As there may be secret pride tha• Men may be guilty of, and not know it;
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〈 ◊ 〉 there is secret hypocrisie, reigning hypocrisie• that men may be guilty of,
〈 ◊ 〉 there is secret hypocrisy, reigning hypocrisie• that men may be guilty of,
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so there is a secret reigning covetousnesse that men may live• and die, and be damned in, when they never suspected it;
so there is a secret reigning covetousness that men may live• and die, and be damned in, when they never suspected it;
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and this I fear is a more common case than is supposed:
and this I Fear is a more Common case than is supposed:
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When we see men owning the Gospel, setting up the exercises of Religion in their Families and Clossets, Praying like Saints, Speaking like Angels, melted into tears, raised in joyes, separated from the world, holding communion,
When we see men owning the Gospel, setting up the exercises of Religion in their Families and Closets, Praying like Saints, Speaking like Angels, melted into tears, raised in Joys, separated from the world, holding communion,
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and in many things holding pace with the best of Saints:
and in many things holding pace with the best of Saints:
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When we see such persons (and are there not such to be seen?) so excessively greedy,
When we see such Persons (and Are there not such to be seen?) so excessively greedy,
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and so industriously driving on after the World, so constantly busie• in laying house to house, and field to field;
and so industriously driving on After the World, so constantly busie• in laying house to house, and field to field;
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so possessed with worldly cares, so extreamly pinching and penurious, so hard-hearted, and straithanded towards those that are in need, hiding themselves many times from their own flesh, whose worldliness is apparently too hard for their Religion, whose Religious duties must in ordinary give place to their worldly business,
so possessed with worldly Cares, so extremely pinching and penurious, so hardhearted, and straithanded towards those that Are in need, hiding themselves many times from their own Flesh, whose worldliness is apparently too hard for their Religion, whose Religious duties must in ordinary give place to their worldly business,
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but their affection to Christ does make no abatement upon their earthly appetite and Worldly cares,
but their affection to christ does make no abatement upon their earthly appetite and Worldly Cares,
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but is ordinarily abated by it;
but is ordinarily abated by it;
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who can say to duty, Stand aside, to prayer, stand aside, to hearing or meditation, give place, when ever they have a Worldly business before them;
who can say to duty, Stand aside, to prayer, stand aside, to hearing or meditation, give place, when ever they have a Worldly business before them;
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but seldome or never can say, Stand aside World, Stand aside Oxen, and Sheep, and Trades,
but seldom or never can say, Stand aside World, Stand aside Oxen, and Sheep, and Trades,
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and Livings, I have a God, and a Soul to be looked after; and Livings, I have a God, and a Soul to be looked After;
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but can content themselves for that, with those few leisure times they have, wherein they have nothing else to do,
but can content themselves for that, with those few leisure times they have, wherein they have nothing Else to do,
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and yet notwithstanding, because there is something of Religion kept going, and at times, some strong workings of their affections that way, thereupon do comfort their hearts, and conclude all is well;
and yet notwithstanding, Because there is something of Religion kept going, and At times, Some strong workings of their affections that Way, thereupon do Comfort their hearts, and conclude all is well;
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nay, let them be never so plainly dealt withall, and warned to beware and look to themselves,
nay, let them be never so plainly dealt withal, and warned to beware and look to themselves,
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lest they be found lovers of this world, and strangers from Christ, yet they cannot see it, they cannot be perswaded, but their hearts are sincere:
lest they be found lovers of this world, and Strangers from christ, yet they cannot see it, they cannot be persuaded, but their hearts Are sincere:
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What can be thought of such persons, but that they are like to die for ever, by their secret adultery against God, which they will hardly be perswaded to suspect themselves guilty of:
What can be Thought of such Persons, but that they Are like to die for ever, by their secret adultery against God, which they will hardly be persuaded to suspect themselves guilty of:
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Look to it that this be not your case, be sure you be gotten clear of the world,
Look to it that this be not your case, be sure you be got clear of the world,
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and that Christ hath the preheminence in you. The Devil will allow you to have some respect for Christ, some affection to Religion; will allow you profession, allow you duties, allow you good company;
and that christ hath the pre-eminence in you. The devil will allow you to have Some respect for christ, Some affection to Religion; will allow you profession, allow you duties, allow you good company;
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let them pray, let them hear, let them associate with the Saints, so long as the World governs their hearts, they are sure enough.
let them pray, let them hear, let them associate with the Saints, so long as the World governs their hearts, they Are sure enough.
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Some indeed there he holds in arcta custodia, close prisoners, that do wholly mind earthly things;
some indeed there he holds in Arcta Custodia, close Prisoners, that do wholly mind earthly things;
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though he could wish his captives were all in such a case, without the least sense or shew of Religion;
though he could wish his captives were all in such a case, without the least sense or show of Religion;
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yet those that he cannot keep under so great a restraint, he is content to hold in libera custodia, as prisoners at large, any liberty to pray, to hear, &c. that they may take,
yet those that he cannot keep under so great a restraint, he is content to hold in Libera Custodia, as Prisoners At large, any liberty to pray, to hear, etc. that they may take,
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and yet be prisoners, he allows to them:
and yet be Prisoners, he allows to them:
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if you be not close prisoners, if the Devil does suffer you now and then to walk abroad and exercise your selves in the duties,
if you be not close Prisoners, if the devil does suffer you now and then to walk abroad and exercise your selves in the duties,
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and refresh your selves with the delights, and feed your selves with the hopes of Religion;
and refresh your selves with the delights, and feed your selves with the hope's of Religion;
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if you be not close prisoners, yet are you not prisoners still? Oh let it not content you, that you are prisoners at large:
if you be not close Prisoners, yet Are you not Prisoners still? O let it not content you, that you Are Prisoners At large:
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Oh let nothing content you, but your enlargement out of prison, so that you are no longer prisoners to the world, but Christs free-men.
O let nothing content you, but your enlargement out of prison, so that you Are no longer Prisoners to the world, but Christ freemen.
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4. Be humble; keep your hearts low; be low in your own eyes; think not of your selves above what is meet;
4. Be humble; keep your hearts low; be low in your own eyes; think not of your selves above what is meet;
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be content to be low in the eyes of others: That is the harder lesson of the two;be content to be low in the eyes of Others: That is the harder Lesson of the two;
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there is many a person that is so conscious of his own poverty and worthlessnesse, that if he would, he cannot have high thoughts of himself;
there is many a person that is so conscious of his own poverty and worthlessness, that if he would, he cannot have high thoughts of himself;
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but yet he would, as Saul, be honoured before the People. Take heed of an inordinate affectation of esteem with others.
but yet he would, as Saul, be honoured before the People. Take heed of an inordinate affectation of esteem with Others.
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Whilest you pretend only to seek a good Name, take heed of affecting a great Name. Account your selves with Paul, and be content if others account you so too, the least of Saints. Whilest others are ambitious, with Simon, to be accounted Some-body, be you willing to be counted No-body; let who will affect to be reckoned amongst the Worlds great Ones, let it be enough for you to be accounted amongst Gods little Ones. If the Lord hath lifted you up take heed of lifting up your selves;
Whilst you pretend only to seek a good Name, take heed of affecting a great Name. Account your selves with Paul, and be content if Others account you so too, the least of Saints. Whilst Others Are ambitious, with Simon, to be accounted Somebody, be you willing to be counted Nobody; let who will affect to be reckoned among the World's great Ones, let it be enough for you to be accounted among God's little Ones. If the Lord hath lifted you up take heed of lifting up your selves;
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your work is to abase your selves, and then let God alone to exalt you.
your work is to abase your selves, and then let God alone to exalt you.
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Pride is a pernicious enemy, and 'tis one of the last Enemies a Christian hath to conquer;
Pride is a pernicious enemy, and it's one of the last Enemies a Christian hath to conquer;
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a pernicious Enemy it is, it casts us out of the heart of God and men;
a pernicious Enemy it is, it Cast us out of the heart of God and men;
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God resists, and men dispise the proud. A proud man, whilest he is his own Idol, is others scorn;
God resists, and men despise the proud. A proud man, whilst he is his own Idol, is Others scorn;
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it deprives of comfort, it spoils duty, it keeps us barren:
it deprives of Comfort, it spoils duty, it keeps us barren:
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A proud man is like the high mountains, there's little good that grows there, the lower ground is ever the more fruitful:
A proud man is like the high Mountains, there's little good that grows there, the lower ground is ever the more fruitful:
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He is like Ephraim, an empty Vine, emptie to God-wards, all his fruit is brought forth to himself.
He is like Ephraim, an empty Vine, empty to Godwards, all his fruit is brought forth to himself.
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An humble Christian hath this advantage in his duties, he hath none to please but God;
an humble Christian hath this advantage in his duties, he hath none to please but God;
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let God accept me, and let others think of me what they will:
let God accept me, and let Others think of me what they will:
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A proud person hath his lust to please, the eyes and ears of others to gratifie;
A proud person hath his lust to please, the eyes and ears of Others to gratify;
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God and his Soul can have but little of him, that hath so manie to mind;
God and his Soul can have but little of him, that hath so many to mind;
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pride blasts all that little good it's mingled with; 'tis as the flie in the pot, that mars all the oyntment:
pride blasts all that little good it's mingled with; it's as the fly in the pot, that mars all the ointment:
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Christian, if thou badst nothing else to keep thee humble, thy pride might do it, and would, if thou duly laidst it to heart.
Christian, if thou badst nothing Else to keep thee humble, thy pride might do it, and would, if thou duly laidst it to heart.
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Pride is one of the last enemies, and longest liv'd that a Christian hath to deal withal, it will rise up out of the ashes, and ruins of other lusts;
Pride is one of the last enemies, and longest lived that a Christian hath to deal withal, it will rise up out of the Ashes, and ruins of other Lustiest;
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'tis not seldom that men are proud, that they are not covetous, or prodigal, or intemperate;
it's not seldom that men Are proud, that they Are not covetous, or prodigal, or intemperate;
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nay, it sometimes rises up out of its own ashes:
nay, it sometime rises up out of its own Ashes:
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Men may be proud of their humility proud, that they are not so proud as they have been:
Men may be proud of their humility proud, that they Are not so proud as they have been:
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And can you be too watchful against such an Enemie? Be humble Christians; be humble, if you will be holy.
And can you be too watchful against such an Enemy? Be humble Christians; be humble, if you will be holy.
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Humility is of the Essence of the New-creaure: he is not a Christan, that is not humble.
Humility is of the Essence of the New-creaure: he is not a Christian, that is not humble.
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And yet, Oh how much of this Pride have too many of us to charge upon our selves? When our eye is so much at Self,
And yet, O how much of this Pride have too many of us to charge upon our selves? When our eye is so much At Self,
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and so little at God, in all we do;
and so little At God, in all we do;
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when we are so tender, and so touchie at any thing that reflects upon our selves,
when we Are so tender, and so touchy At any thing that reflects upon our selves,
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and so little affected with the dishonour of God, when our very abasing our selves is in order to the exalting of our selves:
and so little affected with the dishonour of God, when our very abasing our selves is in order to the exalting of our selves:
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In our very Confessions of the pride of our hearts, do we not sometimes hope, that the sense which we discover of this evil, will more advance,
In our very Confessions of the pride of our hearts, do we not sometime hope, that the sense which we discover of this evil, will more advance,
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than the evil it self will impair our reputation? When whatever evils we acknowledge by our selves, we are in hope they will not be believed:
than the evil it self will impair our reputation? When whatever evils we acknowledge by our selves, we Are in hope they will not be believed:
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When we cannot bear it, to be reproved, or to hear from the mouth of another, what our own mouths do testifie against us:
When we cannot bear it, to be reproved, or to hear from the Mouth of Another, what our own mouths do testify against us:
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When we love to speak in our own praise, or if we have more wit,
When we love to speak in our own praise, or if we have more wit,
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than to be vainlie boasting of our selves, yet we love to hear our selves commended by others? When we are envious at those that out-shine us,
than to be vainly boasting of our selves, yet we love to hear our selves commended by Others? When we Are envious At those that outshine us,
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and so stand in the way of our reputation:
and so stand in the Way of our reputation:
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When we are so impatient of being contradicted, that those that are not of our mind, are not for our company:
When we Are so impatient of being contradicted, that those that Are not of our mind, Are not for our company:
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Do not our habits, our looks, our company, or behaviour, our distances which we keep from those below us, sadly discover what there is in our hearts? Oh Brethren,
Do not our habits, our looks, our company, or behaviour, our distances which we keep from those below us, sadly discover what there is in our hearts? O Brothers,
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how is it that our hearts tremble no more, to behold this monstrous devilish sin appearing in us? How can we take pleasure? How can we take comfort in the best of all our parts,
how is it that our hearts tremble no more, to behold this monstrous devilish since appearing in us? How can we take pleasure? How can we take Comfort in the best of all our parts,
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or duties, or enjoyments, which are so stain'd with this pride? Which is even as great an Ornament to any true worth that is in us,
or duties, or enjoyments, which Are so stained with this pride? Which is even as great an Ornament to any true worth that is in us,
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or in any thing we do, as a blister, or a carbuncle, to a beautiful face:
or in any thing we do, as a blister, or a carbuncle, to a beautiful face:
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How is it that we do not oftner question whether such a measure of pride as we find in our selves, can stand with true grace? How is it that we are no more asham'd to draw nigh unto God,
How is it that we do not oftener question whither such a measure of pride as we find in our selves, can stand with true grace? How is it that we Are no more ashamed to draw High unto God,
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when our hearts tell us, how false we have been to him in all our sevices? What an Image of jealousie have we set up;
when our hearts tell us, how false we have been to him in all our sevices? What an Image of jealousy have we Set up;
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another God, besides the Lord, which must at least divide with him, in all the fruits that are growing up, out of any thing we have received from him.
Another God, beside the Lord, which must At least divide with him, in all the fruits that Are growing up, out of any thing we have received from him.
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Christian, Labour to know thy self more thoroughly;
Christian, Labour to know thy self more thoroughly;
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and amongst all the lusts of thy heart, which might, if understood, bring thee low, take particular notice of this thy self-exalting Spirit,
and among all the Lustiest of thy heart, which might, if understood, bring thee low, take particular notice of this thy Self-exalting Spirit,
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and if this do not abase thee, and shame thee, and lay thine honour in the dust, thou art proud indeed.
and if this do not abase thee, and shame thee, and lay thine honour in the dust, thou art proud indeed.
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5. Be Temperate. In the use of Creatures, I mean, beware of Excesse; Eat and Drink for service, nor barely for pleasure:
5. Be Temperate. In the use of Creatures, I mean, beware of Excess; Eat and Drink for service, nor barely for pleasure:
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Let not your Lord be a loser by his bounty to you, lose not a dutie in a Dinner;
Let not your Lord be a loser by his bounty to you, loose not a duty in a Dinner;
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A full Meal makes many a drowsie and short duty. If you be given to Appetite, take heed, give not to your Appetite all it craves;
A full Meal makes many a drowsy and short duty. If you be given to Appetite, take heed, give not to your Appetite all it craves;
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let not Appetite, but Conscience be your measure.
let not Appetite, but Conscience be your measure.
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Eat not your Souls into leanness, let not your Table become your Snare, and that which is given you for your Health, become your Disease.
Eat not your Souls into leanness, let not your Table become your Snare, and that which is given you for your Health, become your Disease.
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When you are at your meat, remember your work, and let that limit you; be only so free in your food,
When you Are At your meat, Remember your work, and let that limit you; be only so free in your food,
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as may make you more fit for service? He that hath such a race to run, such a warfare before him, must be temperate in all things, or he may lose the goal and the battel:
as may make you more fit for service? He that hath such a raze to run, such a warfare before him, must be temperate in all things, or he may loose the goal and the battle:
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not only Drunkards and Gluttons, but even Christians that are accounted sober, are more peccant this way, than they are ordinarily sensible of.
not only Drunkards and Gluttons, but even Christians that Are accounted Sobrium, Are more peccant this Way, than they Are ordinarily sensible of.
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Their spirits would be more free, their services would be more lively, their work would be more easie,
Their spirits would be more free, their services would be more lively, their work would be more easy,
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and their way more pleasant, if they were but more temperate.
and their Way more pleasant, if they were but more temperate.
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Christians, let this Scripture meet you at your Tables, as well as elsewhere, Whether you eat or drink,
Christians, let this Scripture meet you At your Tables, as well as elsewhere, Whither you eat or drink,
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or whatsoever else you do, do all to the Glory of God. 6. Be moderate, Phil. 4. 5. Let your moderation be known unto all men. The Lord is at hand. or whatsoever Else you do, do all to the Glory of God. 6. Be moderate, Philip 4. 5. Let your moderation be known unto all men. The Lord is At hand.
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Maintain such a tranquility and serenity of mind, let all be quiet, and in such a due and equal composure within you, that it may appear in your carriage without.
Maintain such a tranquillity and serenity of mind, let all be quiet, and in such a due and equal composure within you, that it may appear in your carriage without.
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Let there be no noises, nor tumults, but as much as possible, let there be a constant silence and calm upon your Spirits. Moderate your cares; moderate your fears; moderate your passions:
Let there be no noises, nor tumults, but as much as possible, let there be a constant silence and Cam upon your Spirits. Moderate your Cares; moderate your fears; moderate your passion:
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Say to your Spirits, when they begin to swell, as Christ to the Wind and Waters, Peace, be still, Get the Command of all within you,
Say to your Spirits, when they begin to swell, as christ to the Wind and Waters, Peace, be still, Get the Command of all within you,
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and keep them under constant discipline; be careful for nothing; fear nothing;
and keep them under constant discipline; be careful for nothing; Fear nothing;
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be impatient at nothing, that whatsoever happens to you without, you may be able to say with the Apostle, None of these things move me.
be impatient At nothing, that whatsoever happens to you without, you may be able to say with the Apostle, None of these things move me.
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Be not like those weakly bodies, whose temper changes with the weather.
Be not like those weakly bodies, whose temper changes with the weather.
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Be able to bear whatever changes happen from abroad, without any perturbations or perplexing commotions at home.
Be able to bear whatever changes happen from abroad, without any perturbations or perplexing commotions At home.
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In your patience possess ye your souls. Christians, if you can but keep your temper, whatever happens, you may keep your way,In your patience possess you your Souls. Christians, if you can but keep your temper, whatever happens, you may keep your Way,
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and hold on your course whatever happens: An heart our of quiet, will put your whole Man out of course.
and hold on your course whatever happens: an heart our of quiet, will put your Whole Man out of course.
cc vvb p-acp po22 n1 r-crq vvz: dt n1 po12 pp-f n-jn, vmb vvi po22 j-jn n1 av pp-f n1.
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If you can but be quiet and patient, you may be any thing; you may do any thing, that God will have you be or do.
If you can but be quiet and patient, you may be any thing; you may do any thing, that God will have you be or do.
cs pn22 vmb cc-acp vbi j-jn cc j, pn22 vmb vbi d n1; pn22 vmb vdi d n1, cst np1 vmb vhi pn22 vbi cc vdb.
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Let your fears, and your passions, and your impatiencies loose, and whither will they carry you? When you should be denying your selves, you will then be shifting for your selves,
Let your fears, and your passion, and your impatiences lose, and whither will they carry you? When you should be denying your selves, you will then be shifting for your selves,
vvb po22 n2, cc po22 n2, cc po22 n2 vvi, cc q-crq vmb pns32 vvi pn22? c-crq pn22 vmd vbi vvg po22 n2, pn22 vmb av vbi vvg p-acp po22 n2,
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when you should be following Christ, you will then be running from Christ;
when you should be following christ, you will then be running from christ;
c-crq pn22 vmd vbi vvg np1, pn22 vmb av vbi vvg p-acp np1;
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when you should be working out your salvation, all your care will be taken up how to save your selves in a whole skin.
when you should be working out your salvation, all your care will be taken up how to save your selves in a Whole skin.
c-crq pn22 vmd vbi vvg av po22 n1, d po22 n1 vmb vbi vvn a-acp c-crq pc-acp vvi po22 n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1.
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Let these be well laid, and you will have nothing to do, but to follow your work,
Let these be well laid, and you will have nothing to do, but to follow your work,
vvb d vbi av vvn, cc pn22 vmb vhi pix pc-acp vdi, cc-acp pc-acp vvi po22 n1,
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and to run your Race which God hath set before you. V. Carry your selves well towards others.
and to run your Raze which God hath Set before you. V. Carry your selves well towards Others.
cc pc-acp vvi po22 n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp pn22. n1 vvb po22 n2 av p-acp n2-jn.
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A Christians work doth not lye all about himself;
A Christians work does not lie all about himself;
dt njpg2 n1 vdz xx vvi d p-acp px31;
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Though your own Souls be concerned in all you have to do, yet your care must not be confin'd to your selves alone;
Though your own Souls be concerned in all you have to do, yet your care must not be confined to your selves alone;
cs po22 d n2 vbb vvn p-acp d pn22 vhb pc-acp vdi, av po22 n1 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp po22 n2 av-j;
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you must have a due respect, and a due c•rriage towards others also. Carry your selves well.
you must have a due respect, and a due c•rriage towards Others also. Carry your selves well.
pn22 vmb vhi dt j-jn n1, cc dt j-jn n1 p-acp n2-jn av. vvb po22 n2 av.
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1. Towards all men. Let your Conversations be, as in all things, so towards all men, as it becometh the Gospel.
1. Towards all men. Let your Conversations be, as in all things, so towards all men, as it Becometh the Gospel.
crd p-acp d n2. vvb po22 n2 vbb, c-acp p-acp d n2, av p-acp d n2, c-acp pn31 vvz dt n1.
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I must contract, and here give you only some short hints. 1. Be True. 2. Be Just. 3. Be Merciful. 4. Be Peaceable. 5. Be Courteous.
I must contract, and Here give you only Some short hints. 1. Be True. 2. Be Just. 3. Be Merciful. 4. Be Peaceable. 5. Be Courteous.
pns11 vmb vvi, cc av vvb pn22 av-j d j n2. crd vbb j. crd vbb j. crd vbb j. crd vbb j. crd vbb j.
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1. Be True. Take heed of the way of lying; Let sinners know that a lye is of their Father; and not of yours.
1. Be True. Take heed of the Way of lying; Let Sinners know that a lie is of their Father; and not of yours.
crd vbb j. vvb n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f vvg; vvb n2 vvi d dt n1 vbz pp-f po32 n1; cc xx pp-f png22.
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Let the Word of a Christian be Sacred.
Let the Word of a Christian be Sacred.
vvb dt n1 pp-f dt njp vbi j.
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Make sinners say of Saints the same which God sayes of them, They are children which will not lye;
Make Sinners say of Saints the same which God Says of them, They Are children which will not lie;
n1 n2 vvi pp-f n2 dt d r-crq np1 vvz pp-f pno32, pns32 vbr n2 r-crq vmb xx vvi;
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let their experience force them to acknowledge, This spot is not the spot of Gods Children. Be true. A Lye is,
let their experience force them to acknowledge, This spot is not the spot of God's Children. Be true. A Lie is,
vvb po32 n1 vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi, d n1 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2. vbb j. dt n1 vbz,
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1. Contrary to God, who is a God of Truth, and cannot lie. 2. Conform to the Devil, the Father of Lies. 3. Destructive to Society:
1. Contrary to God, who is a God of Truth, and cannot lie. 2. Conform to the devil, the Father of Lies. 3. Destructive to Society:
crd j-jn p-acp np1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vmbx vvi. crd vvi p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f vvz. crd j p-acp n1:
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there can be no trust, where there is no truth; and no commerce, with those that cannot be trusted.
there can be no trust, where there is no truth; and no commerce, with those that cannot be trusted.
pc-acp vmb vbi dx n1, c-crq pc-acp vbz dx n1; cc dx n1, p-acp d cst vmbx vbi vvn.
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Temptations to Lying are many, and men are especially tempted to it, in these Tw• Cases;
Temptations to Lying Are many, and men Are especially tempted to it, in these Tw• Cases;
n2 p-acp vvg vbr d, cc n2 vbr av-j vvn p-acp pn31, p-acp d np1 n2;
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1. In case of any faults committed. What can't be excus'd, must be conceal'd; and for want of a better covering, they must hide it under a Lye.
1. In case of any Faults committed. What can't be excused, must be concealed; and for want of a better covering, they must hide it under a Lie.
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2. In their dealings in the world. In their buying, and selling, and trading.
2. In their dealings in the world. In their buying, and selling, and trading.
crd p-acp po32 n2-vvg p-acp dt n1. p-acp po32 vvg, cc vvg, cc n-vvg.
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The trade of lying gets into every Trade, as if there were no living, but by lying. The Seller must have his lyes; there must be lye to set off the Wares, Its special good, the best of its kind, when may be 'tis stark nought:The trade of lying gets into every Trade, as if there were no living, but by lying. The Seller must have his lies; there must be lie to Set off the Wares, Its special good, the best of its kind, when may be it's stark nought:
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A lye to set up the price, It stood me in so much, I cannot abate, when, it may be, the next word is a lower price, The buyer must have his lye;
A lie to Set up the price, It stood me in so much, I cannot abate, when, it may be, the next word is a lower price, The buyer must have his lie;
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a lye to bring down the price, Its naught, its naught, saith the buyer:
a lie to bring down the price, Its nought, its nought, Says the buyer:
dt n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1, pn31|vbz pix, pn31|vbz pix, vvz dt n1:
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A lye to bring down the seller, I will not give your price, and yet give it.
A lie to bring down the seller, I will not give your price, and yet give it.
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Oh how common an evil is this, and how little considered!
O how Common an evil is this, and how little considered!
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How few are there that have great dealings in the world, that can altogether acquit themselves of it? How many are there, that live upon lies? that feed themselves with lie•? •hat cloath themselves with lies, their unlawful gains, that their trade of lying hath brought them in.
How few Are there that have great dealings in the world, that can altogether acquit themselves of it? How many Are there, that live upon lies? that feed themselves with lie•? •hat cloth themselves with lies, their unlawful gains, that their trade of lying hath brought them in.
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Christians, especially you that are most ordinarily under such temptations, be sensible of this evil, and avoid it: be resolved and watchful:
Christians, especially you that Are most ordinarily under such temptations, be sensible of this evil, and avoid it: be resolved and watchful:
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Resolve to be true, be true, though it be to your loss; be losers, rather than lyars;
Resolve to be true, be true, though it be to your loss; be losers, rather than liars;
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Sell not Conscience with your commodities, for a penny or two pence profit extraordinary. Resolve to be true, and be watchful.
Fell not Conscience with your commodities, for a penny or two pence profit extraordinary. Resolve to be true, and be watchful.
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Consider what you say, before you speak, that you be guilty of falshood, neither purposely, nor unwarily.
Consider what you say, before you speak, that you be guilty of falsehood, neither purposely, nor unwarily.
np1 r-crq pn22 vvb, c-acp pn22 vvb, cst pn22 vbb j pp-f n1, dx av, ccx av-j.
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2. Be Just. Observe that Rule of Righteousuesse, Do to others, as you would they should do to you:
2. Be Just. Observe that Rule of Righteousness, Do to Others, as you would they should do to you:
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And let this Rule be observed in all your words, yea, and your thoughts also,
And let this Rule be observed in all your words, yea, and your thoughts also,
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as well as actions; If you would not be wronged, do not wrong; if you would not be oppressed do not oppress: if y•u would not be defrauded do not defraud; and so,
as well as actions; If you would not be wronged, do not wrong; if you would not be oppressed do not oppress: if y•u would not be defrauded do not defraud; and so,
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if you would not be defamed, or reviled, do not defame or revile: if you would not upon everie report or groundlesse surmise, be evil thought of, do not think evil of others.
if you would not be defamed, or reviled, do not defame or revile: if you would not upon every report or groundless surmise, be evil Thought of, do not think evil of Others.
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You that professe Christianity, are you altogether faultless upon this account? Would you that all should come upon you, which by you hath fallen upon others? Would you that all the world should be to you, what you have been to any in the world? If you have been knowingly unjust in your dealings, yet have you neither been injurious in your words? Would you that your faults and i•firmities should be the ordinary discourse, and table-talk, and merriment of others, and have not yet others infirmities, or faults been yours? Would you not be causl•sly suspected, condemned, or despised in the thoughts of others, and have you never dealt thus by others?
You that profess Christianity, Are you altogether faultless upon this account? Would you that all should come upon you, which by you hath fallen upon Others? Would you that all the world should be to you, what you have been to any in the world? If you have been knowingly unjust in your dealings, yet have you neither been injurious in your words? Would you that your Faults and i•firmities should be the ordinary discourse, and table-talk, and merriment of Others, and have not yet Others infirmities, or Faults been yours? Would you not be causl•sly suspected, condemned, or despised in the thoughts of Others, and have you never dealt thus by Others?
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Is this not too common, and yet little considered? When you are together, everie evil report that's going, either for want of other discourse, or from a worse cause, must be brought in to fill up the time;
Is this not too Common, and yet little considered? When you Are together, every evil report that's going, either for want of other discourse, or from a Worse cause, must be brought in to fill up the time;
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and evil reports quickly beget evil thoughts & surmises. Do as you would be done by;
and evil reports quickly beget evil thoughts & surmises. Do as you would be done by;
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if you would not be thus dealt with by others, deal not so with others. 3. Be Merciful. Luke 6. 36. Be ye merciful, as your Father is merciful.
if you would not be thus dealt with by Others, deal not so with Others. 3. Be Merciful. Luke 6. 36. Be you merciful, as your Father is merciful.
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You have a Merciful Father, you have a Merciful High-Priest; be ye also merciful: As you have received mercy, as you look for mercy, be careful to shew mercy. Give to him that asketh, lend to him that would borrow, visit, relieve, refresh the bowels of him that is in misery.
You have a Merciful Father, you have a Merciful High-Priest; be the also merciful: As you have received mercy, as you look for mercy, be careful to show mercy. Give to him that asks, lend to him that would borrow, visit, relieve, refresh the bowels of him that is in misery.
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Be cheerful in shewing mercy, let your hearts give as well as your hands. Be liberal, be bountiful:
Be cheerful in showing mercy, let your hearts give as well as your hands. Be liberal, be bountiful:
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He that soweth sparingly, shall reap sparingly: He that is merciless to the bodies of men, is therein cruel to their souls.
He that Soweth sparingly, shall reap sparingly: He that is merciless to the bodies of men, is therein cruel to their Souls.
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Hardness and niggardliness in Professors of Religion, will disgrace their Profession, and harden the hearts of sinners from entertaining the Gospel;
Hardness and niggardliness in Professors of Religion, will disgrace their Profession, and harden the hearts of Sinners from entertaining the Gospel;
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Can you perswade me that this is the way of God, that this is true Religion? What a merciless Religion, a merciless Profession! Can you persuade me that this is the Way of God, that this is true Religion? What a merciless Religion, a merciless Profession!
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God keep me from such a Religion. God keep me from such a Religion.
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Your feeding of hungry bellies, your cloathing of naked backs, may be a means to save many a soul from death.
Your feeding of hungry bellies, your clothing of naked backs, may be a means to save many a soul from death.
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The penny, besides that it may gain thee many pounds, a plentiful reward, it may gain many a soul to thy Lord.
The penny, beside that it may gain thee many pounds, a plentiful reward, it may gain many a soul to thy Lord.
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4. Be peaceable, Mark. 4. 50. Have peace one with another. Heb. 12. 14. Follow peace with all men.
4. Be peaceable, Mark. 4. 50. Have peace one with Another. Hebrew 12. 14. Follow peace with all men.
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The Lord is a God of peace, Christians are sons of peace. The Lord is a God of peace, Christians Are Sons of peace.
dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 vbr n2 pp-f n1.
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The wisdom which is from above, is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, easie to be entreated. Peaceableness stands,
The Wisdom which is from above, is First pure, then peaceable, gentle, easy to be entreated. Peaceableness Stands,
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1. In an unwillingness to provoke or offend:
1. In an unwillingness to provoke or offend:
crd p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi:
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A peaceable man will not break the Peace, is not quarrelsome or contentious, will not stir up strife, forbears all provoking carriage, hath no provoking tongue, he hath peace in his heart,
A peaceable man will not break the Peace, is not quarrelsome or contentious, will not stir up strife, forbears all provoking carriage, hath no provoking tongue, he hath peace in his heart,
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and that brings forth peaceable language and carriage. 2. In an unaptness to be proved. A peaceable spirit, is a patient spirit.
and that brings forth peaceable language and carriage. 2. In an unaptness to be proved. A peaceable Spirit, is a patient Spirit.
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3. In a readiness to be reconciled, James 3. 17. Easie to be intreated. A peaceable spirit is hardly provoked, easily pacified.
3. In a readiness to be reconciled, James 3. 17. Easy to be entreated. A peaceable Spirit is hardly provoked, Easily pacified.
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1. In a forwardness to reconcile those that are at variance: A peaceable spirit, is a peace making spirit;
1. In a forwardness to reconcile those that Are At variance: A peaceable Spirit, is a peace making Spirit;
crd p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi d cst vbr p-acp n1: dt j n1, vbz dt n1 vvg n1;
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such an one is both a blessed man, Mat. 5. Blessed are the peace-makers, and a blessing to those he lives amongst.
such an one is both a blessed man, Mathew 5. Blessed Are the peacemakers, and a blessing to those he lives among.
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Our angry, quarrelsome spirit may be a plague, and one peaceable and healing spirit, may be a blessing to a whole society.
Our angry, quarrelsome Spirit may be a plague, and one peaceable and healing Spirit, may be a blessing to a Whole society.
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5. Be Courteous. Sweet and affable in your carriage towards all, 1 Pet. 3. 8. This will much win upon the hearts of those you converse with,
5. Be Courteous. Sweet and affable in your carriage towards all, 1 Pet. 3. 8. This will much win upon the hearts of those you converse with,
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and beget their good liking of whatever good they behold in you:
and beget their good liking of whatever good they behold in you:
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This will both mollifie their spirits towards you, and make them more willing to hearken to you:
This will both mollify their spirits towards you, and make them more willing to harken to you:
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Morosity and sourness, will fright them out of your company, and harden them against your Counsel.
Morosity and sourness, will fright them out of your company, and harden them against your Counsel.
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Your candor will be the sugar that will help to convey-down any pill of admonition or reproof you give them, which otherwise their stomacks would rise against,
Your candor will be the sugar that will help to convey-down any pill of admonition or reproof you give them, which otherwise their stomachs would rise against,
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and spit out in your faces.
and spit out in your faces.
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Carry your selves so to all, that you may convince them that you are their friends, the friends of their souls,
Carry your selves so to all, that you may convince them that you Are their Friends, the Friends of their Souls,
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whilst you appear the enemies of their sins:
while you appear the enemies of their Sins:
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that your counsels are the counsels of a friend, that your reproofs are the wounds of a friends, which are better than the kisses of an Enemy.
that your Counsels Are the Counsels of a friend, that your reproofs Are the wounds of a Friends, which Are better than the Kisses of an Enemy.
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But still take heed that your courtesie to sinners do not lead you in a compliance with them in their sins, that what you intend as a Net to take their Souls, become not a Trap to take yours.
But still take heed that your courtesy to Sinners do not led you in a compliance with them in their Sins, that what you intend as a Net to take their Souls, become not a Trap to take yours.
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Whilst you are a friend to their persons, beware you be not drawn aside to have fellowship with them in their wickedness.
While you Are a friend to their Persons, beware you be not drawn aside to have fellowship with them in their wickedness.
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It is better to be uncivil than ungodly.
It is better to be Uncivil than ungodly.
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Be as courteous as possible, yet so far only that your courtesie be neither a snare to you,
Be as courteous as possible, yet so Far only that your courtesy be neither a snare to you,
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nor an encouragement to them in their sins. Be wise as well as kind.
nor an encouragement to them in their Sins. Be wise as well as kind.
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Christians, do not pass over these second-Table duties (which I have for brevities sake packed up into a narrow room) as the lower things of Religion, wherein you may be excused or dispenced with;
Christians, do not pass over these second table duties (which I have for brevities sake packed up into a narrow room) as the lower things of Religion, wherein you may be excused or dispensed with;
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which a little praying or confessing will make up, and so you may go on:
which a little praying or confessing will make up, and so you may go on:
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Truth, and Temperance, and Justice, and Mercy, &c. are to be reckoned among the weightier matters of the Law;
Truth, and Temperance, and justice, and Mercy, etc. Are to be reckoned among the Weightier matters of the Law;
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there is so much Religion in them, that there can be no Religion without them:
there is so much Religion in them, that there can be no Religion without them:
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Though there may be morality where there is no true Religion, yet there can be no Religion where there is not Morality, Micha 6. 11, 12. Shall I count them pure, with the wicked ballances,
Though there may be morality where there is no true Religion, yet there can be no Religion where there is not Morality, Micah 6. 11, 12. Shall I count them pure, with the wicked balances,
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and the bag of deceitful weights? The rich men thereof are full of violence, and the inhabitants thereof have spoken lyes, and their tongue is deceitfull in their mouth.
and the bag of deceitful weights? The rich men thereof Are full of violence, and the inhabitants thereof have spoken lies, and their tongue is deceitful in their Mouth.
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Shall I count those pure? Are these my People? What, holy and not honest, religious and not righteous? What, sincerity without truth, a single heart with a double tongue? What, grace where there is no peace,Shall I count those pure? are these my People? What, holy and not honest, religious and not righteous? What, sincerity without truth, a single heart with a double tongue? What, grace where there is no peace,
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nor mercy, nor temperance? What railers, and revilers, and quarrellers, and yet religious? James 1. 26. If any man seems to be religious,
nor mercy, nor temperance? What railers, and revilers, and quarrellers, and yet religious? James 1. 26. If any man seems to be religious,
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and bridleth not his tongue, but deceiveth his own heart, this mans Religion is vain. A dreadfull word!and bridleth not his tongue, but deceives his own heart, this men Religion is vain. A dreadful word!
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There are many Professors of Religion in whom an unbridled tongue is found:
There Are many Professors of Religion in whom an unbridled tongue is found:
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How many light and vain words, how many false and deceitful words, especially how many bitter and angry words do we ordinarily hear out of such mouths? what biting and devouring, what cutting and provoking, what reproaching and reviling language doth often break forth at the same mouths, whence at other times we hear praying and blessing? But can such consider his Scripture withou• a trembling heart; This mans Religion is vain. Vain notes two things,
How many Light and vain words, how many false and deceitful words, especially how many bitter and angry words do we ordinarily hear out of such mouths? what biting and devouring, what cutting and provoking, what reproaching and reviling language does often break forth At the same mouths, whence At other times we hear praying and blessing? But can such Consider his Scripture withou• a trembling heart; This men Religion is vain. Vain notes two things,
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1. Empty: Whatever Religion such men seem t• have, there is nothing in it. 2. Ineffectual: That is vain that falls short of and doth not reach its end,
1. Empty: Whatever Religion such men seem t• have, there is nothing in it. 2. Ineffectual: That is vain that falls short of and does not reach its end,
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nor brin• about tha• for which it is. The end of our Religion is salvation.
nor brin• about tha• for which it is. The end of our Religion is salvation.
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Whatever Religion such men have, it will do them no good, nor stand them in any stead, it will never save their souls;
Whatever Religion such men have, it will do them no good, nor stand them in any stead, it will never save their Souls;
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they may die and be damned, and lie in hell for ever, notwithstanding all the Religion they have.
they may die and be damned, and lie in hell for ever, notwithstanding all the Religion they have.
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All the conclusions that men make from such Religion, that they are in a state of grace and salvation, are false and deceitful;
All the conclusions that men make from such Religion, that they Are in a state of grace and salvation, Are false and deceitful;
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that faith, and that hope, and those prayers, which will consist with the raiging evils of the tongue, will never be any good evidence of a good state:
that faith, and that hope, and those Prayers, which will consist with the raiging evils of the tongue, will never be any good evidence of a good state:
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That which cannot drive the Devil out of the Tongue, will never prove Christ to be in the heart.
That which cannot drive the devil out of the Tongue, will never prove christ to be in the heart.
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And all the expectations that are hence raised of future blessedness, will undoubtedly deceive them. That Religion which will not tame the Tongue, will never save the soul.
And all the Expectations that Are hence raised of future blessedness, will undoubtedly deceive them. That Religion which will not tame the Tongue, will never save the soul.
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I incist the more on this, because however those evils mentioned, injustice, unmercifulness, intemperance, &c. may possibly be as common,
I incist the more on this, Because however those evils mentioned, injustice, unmercifulness, intemperance, etc. may possibly be as Common,
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and some of them as pernicious, and the prevailing of them as certainly concluding men in an evil state as this;
and Some of them as pernicious, and the prevailing of them as Certainly concluding men in an evil state as this;
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yet these evils of the tongue, being but words, are more apt to be passed lightly over,
yet these evils of the tongue, being but words, Are more apt to be passed lightly over,
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and notwithstanding all the mischievous consequences of them, to be less regarded.
and notwithstanding all the mischievous consequences of them, to be less regarded.
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But can you make a light matter of that which proves you damnable Hypocrites? Hast thou spit •ut all thy Religion in thy furious fits,
But can you make a Light matter of that which Proves you damnable Hypocrites? Hast thou spit •ut all thy Religion in thy furious fits,
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and yet •ilt thou make nothing of them? By this biting •nd devouring tongue you do not only consume •ne another,
and yet •ilt thou make nothing of them? By this biting •nd devouring tongue you do not only consume •ne Another,
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but you consume every man himself, our own peace, your own Comfort, your own •opes, your Religion and Salvation.
but you consume every man himself, our own peace, your own Comfort, your own •opes, your Religion and Salvation.
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You see by •xperience how it devours all the exercises of Religion;
You see by •xperience how it devours all the exercises of Religion;
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what duties are we fit for, whilst our •ongues are on fire? Prayer must be laid aside, Reading,
what duties Are we fit for, while our •ongues Are on fire? Prayer must be laid aside, Reading,
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or Conference, of God, or of Souls, are turned out of Doors:
or Conference, of God, or of Souls, Are turned out of Doors:
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God himself cannot be heard, conscience cannot be heard, Souls cannot be minded, while those noises and tumults last.
God himself cannot be herd, conscience cannot be herd, Souls cannot be minded, while those noises and tumults last.
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And that which doth destroy the exercises of Grace, cannot but destroy its evidences, and bring us at least to question it,
And that which does destroy the exercises of Grace, cannot but destroy its evidences, and bring us At least to question it,
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if not to conclude it a nullity. I confess some evils of the tongue may consist. with Grace in the Heart;
if not to conclude it a nullity. I confess Some evils of the tongue may consist. with Grace in the Heart;
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but if this Scripture be true, an unbridled tongue cannot; Grace cannot hold this unruly member under such constant Government,
but if this Scripture be true, an unbridled tongue cannot; Grace cannot hold this unruly member under such constant Government,
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but it will too often break •oose;
but it will too often break •oose;
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but where it is not brought under government at all, where the Heart puts spurs to the Tongue, but no bridle;
but where it is not brought under government At all, where the Heart puts spurs to the Tongue, but no bridle;
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where persons looking upon •ll this a matter of nothing, allow themselves in 〈 ◊ 〉;
where Persons looking upon •ll this a matter of nothing, allow themselves in 〈 ◊ 〉;
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and letting loose the Reins to their Tongues, •o ordinarily surrender them up to their Lusts and •assions, to use at pleasure,
and letting lose the Reins to their Tongues, •o ordinarily surrender them up to their Lustiest and •assions, to use At pleasure,
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and to vent themselves ••eely by, such men must first disprove the Scripture, before they can prove the truth of the•• Religion.
and to vent themselves ••eely by, such men must First disprove the Scripture, before they can prove the truth of the•• Religion.
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Christians, you that have been sick of this disease of an evil mouth, bless the Lord if the cure be begun,
Christians, you that have been sick of this disease of an evil Mouth, bless the Lord if the cure be begun,
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but rest not till it be perfected. It will sti•• defile where it doth not destroy.
but rest not till it be perfected. It will sti•• defile where it does not destroy.
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It will defile you• names; your evil words will recoil, he that spits against the wind, his spittle is driven back in his ow• face.
It will defile you• names; your evil words will recoil, he that spits against the wind, his spittle is driven back in his ow• face.
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It will defile your consciences, your hearts never send forth an evil breath, but there is some thing of it sticks behind.
It will defile your Consciences, your hearts never send forth an evil breath, but there is Some thing of it sticks behind.
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It will defile your duties there will be a tincture on your prayers of that foulness of your mouth which your evil words have left behind them.
It will defile your duties there will be a tincture on your Prayers of that foulness of your Mouth which your evil words have left behind them.
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It will defile your profession; that will hardly be spoken well of, which will bear evil speaking.
It will defile your profession; that will hardly be spoken well of, which will bear evil speaking.
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It will disturb where it doth not devour;
It will disturb where it does not devour;
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it will disturb you in your holy course, if it doth not quite divert you, never look to prosper in holinesse,
it will disturb you in your holy course, if it does not quite divert you, never look to prosper in holiness,
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or to be fruitful in good works, whilst you break forth into such evil words;
or to be fruitful in good works, while you break forth into such evil words;
cc pc-acp vbi j p-acp j n2, cs pn22 vvi av p-acp d j-jn n2;
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these lean kin• and thin ears of envy and contention will eat up all your good fruit.
these lean kin• and thin ears of envy and contention will eat up all your good fruit.
d j n1 cc j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 vmb vvi a-acp d po22 j n1.
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I rather wonder to see any thing green in those Gardens, where such Locusts lodge, than that there is no more.
I rather wonder to see any thing green in those Gardens, where such Locusts lodge, than that there is no more.
pns11 av-c vvb pc-acp vvi d n1 j-jn p-acp d n2, c-crq d n2 vvi, cs cst pc-acp vbz dx av-dc.
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Oh Brethren, let us no longer excuse, but judge our selves for this: let our bitterness become bitter to us;
O Brothers, let us no longer excuse, but judge our selves for this: let our bitterness become bitter to us;
uh n2, vvb pno12 av-dx jc n1, cc-acp vvb po12 n2 p-acp d: vvb po12 n1 vvi j p-acp pno12;
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let us weep over it, let us watch against it, let us quench those fires within, that there be no more such flames and smoak without:
let us weep over it, let us watch against it, let us quench those fires within, that there be no more such flames and smoke without:
vvb pno12 vvi p-acp pn31, vvb pno12 vvi p-acp pn31, vvb pno12 vvi d n2 a-acp, cst pc-acp vbi dx av-dc d n2 cc n1 p-acp:
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let us be sensible of those inward inflammations, of that unquietnesse and unpeaceableness of our spirits, whence all our outward paroxisms arise:
let us be sensible of those inward inflammations, of that unquietness and Unpeaceableness of our spirits, whence all our outward paroxysms arise:
vvb pno12 vbi j pp-f d j n2, pp-f d n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2, c-crq d po12 j n2 vvb:
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they are our foul stomacks that fu• our tongues.
they Are our foul stomachs that fu• our tongues.
pns32 vbr po12 j n2 cst n1 po12 n2.
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We lay the blame of all upon temptations and provocations, but they are our lusts, our lusts that are in fault, which war in our members.
We lay the blame of all upon temptations and provocations, but they Are our Lustiest, our Lustiest that Are in fault, which war in our members.
pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f d p-acp n2 cc n2, cc-acp pns32 vbr po12 n2, po12 n2 cst vbr p-acp n1, r-crq n1 p-acp po12 n2.
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Let us be more sensible of these;
Let us be more sensible of these;
vvb pno12 vbi av-dc j pp-f d;
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let us be humbled, let us be ashamed, that we that profess our selves sons of peace, should harbour such sons of contention in our hearts.
let us be humbled, let us be ashamed, that we that profess our selves Sons of peace, should harbour such Sons of contention in our hearts.
vvb pno12 vbi vvn, vvb pno12 vbi j, cst pns12 d vvb po12 n2 n2 pp-f n1, vmd vvi d n2 pp-f n1 p-acp po12 n2.
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Let the experiences we have had, of the loss we have sustained, the guilt we have con•racted, the wounds that we have given to our •rethren, to our own souls, to the Gospel of our Lord already;
Let the experiences we have had, of the loss we have sustained, the guilt we have con•racted, the wounds that we have given to our •rethren, to our own Souls, to the Gospel of our Lord already;
vvb dt n2 pns12 vhb vhn, pp-f dt n1 pns12 vhb vvn, dt n1 pns12 vhb vvn, dt n2 cst pns12 vhb vvn p-acp po12 n2, p-acp po12 d n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 av;
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let these set us a purging out this •our leaven.
let these Set us a purging out this •our leaven.
vvb d vvi pno12 dt n-vvg av d vvb n1.
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Let salt be cast into the fountain, that •he streams may become sweeter, and when the fountain is healed,
Let salt be cast into the fountain, that •he streams may become Sweeten, and when the fountain is healed,
vvb n1 vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, cst j n2 vmb vvi jc, cc c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn,
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then let us sweep the Channel:
then let us sweep the Channel:
av vvb pno12 vvi dt n1:
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let there neither be war any longer in our hearts, nor a sword in our mouths.
let there neither be war any longer in our hearts, nor a sword in our mouths.
vvb a-acp d vbb n1 d av-jc p-acp po12 n2, ccx dt n1 p-acp po12 n2.
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Let us beat our Swords into ▪ Plough-shares, and our Spears into pruning hooks. Let us beatrice our Swords into ▪ Ploughshares, and our Spears into pruning hooks.
vvb pno12 vvi po12 n2 p-acp ▪ n2, cc po12 n2 p-acp vvg n2.
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Let our words plough up the hearts, and not break the heads; let them pare off,
Let our words plough up the hearts, and not break the Heads; let them pare off,
vvb po12 n2 vvb a-acp dt n2, cc xx vvi dt n2; vvb pno32 vvi a-acp,
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and reprove the sins, and not reproach the faces of our brethren:
and reprove the Sins, and not reproach the faces of our brothers:
cc vvi dt n2, cc xx vvi dt n2 pp-f po12 n2:
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Let us counsel, and admonish, and comfort one another, and provoke to love and good works;
Let us counsel, and admonish, and Comfort one Another, and provoke to love and good works;
vvb pno12 vvi, cc vvi, cc vvi pi j-jn, cc vvb pc-acp vvi cc j n2;
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but let there be no more bitterness, or strife, or envying, or quarrellings found among us;
but let there be no more bitterness, or strife, or envying, or quarrelings found among us;
cc-acp vvb pc-acp vbi dx dc n1, cc n1, cc vvg, cc n2-vvg vvd p-acp pno12;
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let us leave these evil fruits, to grow only on evil trees, where we can expect nothing else.
let us leave these evil fruits, to grow only on evil trees, where we can expect nothing Else.
vvb pno12 vvi d j-jn n2, pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp j-jn n2, c-crq pns12 vmb vvi pix av.
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Whilst we cannot look to gather Grapes of Thorns, or Olive-berries of Thistles, let not the fruit of the Bramble,
While we cannot look to gather Grapes of Thorns, or Olive-berries of Thistles, let not the fruit of the Bramble,
cs pns12 vmbx vvi pc-acp vvi n2 pp-f n2, cc n2 pp-f n2, vvb xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1,
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or the •rickles of the Thistle, be found sprouting out of •he root of the Olive.
or the •rickles of the Thistle, be found sprouting out of •he root of the Olive.
cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vbb vvn vvg av pp-f j n1 pp-f dt n1.
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Let the Saints still be found what they were of old, Doves, Lambs, Lillies, •mong Thorns:
Let the Saints still be found what they were of old, Dove, Lambs, Lilies, •mong Thorns:
vvb dt n2 av vbi vvn r-crq pns32 vbdr pp-f j, n2, n2, n2, j n2:
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Let there be nothing that hurts or •ffends in all the Mountain of the Lord.
Let there be nothing that hurts or •ffends in all the Mountain of the Lord.
vvb pc-acp vbi pix cst vvz cc vvz p-acp d dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
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Let the •ricking briar, and grieving thorn, be rather in our sides, than in our mouths:
Let the •ricking briar, and grieving thorn, be rather in our sides, than in our mouths:
vvb dt j-vvg n1, cc vvg n1, vbb av-c p-acp po12 n2, cs p-acp po12 n2:
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Let blessing and praising, and praying, and intreating, take up all the room ▪ that there be no place left for wrath and contention.
Let blessing and praising, and praying, and entreating, take up all the room ▪ that there be no place left for wrath and contention.
vvb n1 cc vvg, cc vvg, cc vvg, vvb a-acp d dt n1 ▪ cst pc-acp vbi dx n1 vvn p-acp n1 cc n1.
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And whilst we take this care about our words, let us take as great a care about our works. Let there be no virulence in our •ongues, nor violence in our hands;
And while we take this care about our words, let us take as great a care about our works. Let there be no virulence in our •ongues, nor violence in our hands;
cc cs pns12 vvb d n1 p-acp po12 n2, vvb pno12 vvi p-acp j dt n1 p-acp po12 n2. vvb pc-acp vbi dx n1 p-acp po12 n2, ccx n1 p-acp po12 n2;
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Let there be no deceit in our Lips, nor falshood in our dealings;
Let there be no deceit in our Lips, nor falsehood in our dealings;
vvb pc-acp vbi dx n1 p-acp po12 n2, ccx n1 p-acp po12 n2-vvg;
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Let us speak the words of truth and sobernesse, and let us keep the way o• righteousnesse and peace:
Let us speak the words of truth and soberness, and let us keep the Way o• righteousness and peace:
vvb pno12 vvi dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc vvb pno12 vvi dt n1 n1 n1 cc n1:
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Let us walk humbly with God; and let us do justly, and love mercy, and live peaceably with men;
Let us walk humbly with God; and let us do justly, and love mercy, and live peaceably with men;
vvb pno12 vvi av-j p-acp np1; cc vvb pno12 vdb av-j, cc vvb n1, cc vvi av-j p-acp n2;
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Let good words and good works meet together; let Religion and Righteousnesse kiss each other let peace spring up out of the Earth,
Let good words and good works meet together; let Religion and Righteousness kiss each other let peace spring up out of the Earth,
vvb j n2 cc j n2 vvb av; vvb n1 cc n1 vvb d n-jn vvb n1 vvi a-acp av pp-f dt n1,
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as Grace hath looked down from them.
as Grace hath looked down from them.
c-acp n1 vhz vvn a-acp p-acp pno32.
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Let us add to our Faith Vertue, and to Vertue Knowledge, to Knowledge Temperance, to Temperance Patience, to Patience Godlinesse, to Godliness brotherly Kindnesse, to brotberly Kindnesse Charity.
Let us add to our Faith Virtue, and to Virtue Knowledge, to Knowledge Temperance, to Temperance Patience, to Patience Godliness, to Godliness brotherly Kindness, to brotberly Kindness Charity.
vvb pno12 vvi p-acp po12 n1 n1, cc p-acp n1 n1, p-acp n1 n1, p-acp n1 n1, p-acp n1 n1, p-acp n1 av-j n1, p-acp j n1 n1.
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Finally ▪ whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, what so ever things are of good report,
Finally ▪ whatsoever things Are true, whatsoever things Are honest, whatsoever things Are pure, whatsoever things Are lovely, what so ever things Are of good report,
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if there be any Vertue, if there be any Praise, think on these things. Brethren, so speak ye, and so walk; these things do;if there be any Virtue, if there be any Praise, think on these things. Brothers, so speak you, and so walk; these things do;
cs pc-acp vbb d n1, cs pc-acp vbb d n1, vvb p-acp d n2. n2, av vvb pn22, cc av vvi; d n2 vdb;
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live in peace and love, and the God-peace shall be with you. 2. In special. Carry your selues well in, an• towards your Families.
live in peace and love, and the God-peace shall be with you. 2. In special. Carry your selves well in, an• towards your Families.
vvb p-acp n1 cc n1, cc dt n1 vmb vbi p-acp pn22. crd p-acp j. vvb po22 n2 av p-acp, n1 p-acp po22 n2.
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You that are Governour of Families, you have more souls than your own to look to.
You that Are Governor of Families, you have more Souls than your own to look to.
pn22 cst vbr n1 pp-f n2, pn22 vhb dc n2 cs po22 d pc-acp vvi p-acp.
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You have curam animarum, the charg• of souls lying upon you.
You have curam animarum, the charg• of Souls lying upon you.
pn22 vhb fw-la fw-la, dt n1 pp-f n2 vvg p-acp pn22.
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You are not only to look to your Families in matters civil, but in matters of Religion. In the Law, the Master of the Family was by the appointment of God, to circumcise all the males in his house:
You Are not only to look to your Families in matters civil, but in matters of Religion. In the Law, the Master of the Family was by the appointment of God, to circumcise all the males in his house:
pn22 vbr xx av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp po22 n2 p-acp n2 j, p-acp p-acp n2 pp-f n1. p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi d dt n2-jn p-acp po31 n1:
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In the fourth Commandment, the Master of the Family is charged, not only to keep the Sabbath himself,
In the fourth Commandment, the Master of the Family is charged, not only to keep the Sabbath himself,
p-acp dt ord n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn, xx av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1 px31,
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but to see that his whole Family kept it.
but to see that his Whole Family kept it.
cc-acp pc-acp vvi cst po31 j-jn n1 vvd pn31.
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Thou shalt do no work therein, and no only so, but neither thy Son, nor thy Daughter, &c. Parents are required, Ephes. 6. 4. To bring up their children in the nurture and admonition of the Lord; Thou shalt do no work therein, and no only so, but neither thy Son, nor thy Daughter, etc. Parents Are required, Ephesians 6. 4. To bring up their children in the nurture and admonition of the Lord;
pns21 vm2 vdi dx n1 av, cc dx j av, cc-acp dx po21 n1, ccx po21 n1, av ng1 vbr vvn, np1 crd crd pc-acp vvi a-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1;
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to nurse them up for God, to nourish them up in the words of Faith and good Doctrine, to suckle their souls with the milk of the Word,
to nurse them up for God, to nourish them up in the words of Faith and good Doctrine, to suckle their Souls with the milk of the Word,
pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc j n1, pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1,
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as well as their bodies with the Milk of the breasts.
as well as their bodies with the Milk of the breasts.
c-acp av c-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2.
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Now, where there is a charge of Souls, there must be an account given of Souls.
Now, where there is a charge of Souls, there must be an account given of Souls.
av, c-crq pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n2, pc-acp vmb vbi dt n1 vvn pp-f n2.
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When there is a Child brought forth, or a Servant brought into thy Family, God sayes to thee,
When there is a Child brought forth, or a Servant brought into thy Family, God Says to thee,
c-crq a-acp vbz dt n1 vvd av, cc dt n1 vvn p-acp po21 n1, np1 vvz p-acp pno21,
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as the man in the Prophets parable, 1 King 20. 39. Keep this man, look to this man,
as the man in the prophets parable, 1 King 20. 39. Keep this man, look to this man,
c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1, crd n1 crd crd np1 d n1, vvb p-acp d n1,
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if he be lost, Thy Life shall go for his Life.
if he be lost, Thy Life shall go for his Life.
cs pns31 vbb vvn, po21 n1 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1.
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If any in the house perish through thy neglect, thy Life shall go for his life, thy Soul shall go for his Soul. This is thy charge,
If any in the house perish through thy neglect, thy Life shall go for his life, thy Soul shall go for his Soul. This is thy charge,
cs d p-acp dt n1 vvb p-acp po21 n1, po21 n1 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1, po21 n1 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1 d vbz po21 n1,
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and if thou be not, faithful, so shall thy Judgment be. But what must we do for the right ordering and governing our Families? Why,
and if thou be not, faithful, so shall thy Judgement be. But what must we do for the right ordering and governing our Families? Why,
cc cs pns21 vbb xx, j, av vmb po21 n1 vbi. cc-acp q-crq vmb pns12 vdi p-acp dt n-jn vvg cc vvg po12 n2? uh-crq,
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1. Instruct your Families, teach them the way of the Lord;
1. Instruct your Families, teach them the Way of the Lord;
crd vvb po22 n2, vvb pno32 dt n1 pp-f dt n1;
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dwell in your Houses as men of knowledge, and make God known to all yours, by reading,
dwell in your Houses as men of knowledge, and make God known to all yours, by reading,
vvb p-acp po22 n2 c-acp n2 pp-f n1, cc vvi np1 vvn p-acp d png22, p-acp vvg,
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and acquainting them with the Scriptures, which are able to make them wise unto Salvation, by Catechizing them, &c. 2. Endeavour their Conversation to God, by speaking often to them, of the faithfulnesse and misery of their natural state, of the nature and necessity of conversion, by enquiring often into the state of their Souls.
and acquainting them with the Scriptures, which Are able to make them wise unto Salvation, by Catechizing them, etc. 2. Endeavour their Conversation to God, by speaking often to them, of the faithfulness and misery of their natural state, of the nature and necessity of conversion, by inquiring often into the state of their Souls.
cc vvg pno32 p-acp dt n2, r-crq vbr j pc-acp vvi pno32 j p-acp n1, p-acp vvg pno32, av crd n1 po32 n1 p-acp np1, p-acp vvg av p-acp pno32, pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 j n1, pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, p-acp vvg av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2.
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3. Bring them into Covenant with God, as you have already done it vertually, in bringing th•m to be baptized;
3. Bring them into Covenant with God, as you have already done it virtually, in bringing th•m to be baptised;
crd vvb pno32 p-acp n1 p-acp np1, c-acp pn22 vhb av vdn pn31 av-j, p-acp vvg n1 pc-acp vbi vvn;
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so when they are grown up, and well instructed in the principles of Christianity, and made sensible of their baptismal Engagement, endeavour to bring them to an express dedicating,
so when they Are grown up, and well instructed in the principles of Christianity, and made sensible of their baptismal Engagement, endeavour to bring them to an express dedicating,
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and engaging themselves to the Lord, according to those directions that have been formerly given to Christians in general.
and engaging themselves to the Lord, according to those directions that have been formerly given to Christians in general.
cc vvg px32 p-acp dt n1, vvg p-acp d n2 cst vhb vbn av-j vvn p-acp np1 p-acp n1.
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4. Teach them to pray, and call upon them often, and see to it, that they neglect it not.
4. Teach them to pray, and call upon them often, and see to it, that they neglect it not.
crd vvb pno32 pc-acp vvi, cc vvb p-acp pno32 av, cc vvi p-acp pn31, cst pns32 vvb pn31 xx.
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5. Pray for them, and pray with them.
5. prey for them, and pray with them.
crd n1 p-acp pno32, cc vvb p-acp pno32.
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6. Dispense your favours and frowns, your corrections and encouragements, not only as they are more or less towardly to you-ward,
6. Dispense your favours and frowns, your corrections and encouragements, not only as they Are more or less towardly to unde,
crd vvi po22 n2 cc n2, po22 n2 cc n2, xx av-j c-acp pns32 vbr av-dc cc av-dc j p-acp av,
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but as they are more or less tractable, and careful in the matters of God.
but as they Are more or less tractable, and careful in the matters of God.
cc-acp c-acp pns32 vbr av-dc cc av-dc j, cc j p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1.
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5. In your disposal of them, either to callings, or in marriage, have a special regard to the advantage of their Souls.
5. In your disposal of them, either to callings, or in marriage, have a special regard to the advantage of their Souls.
crd p-acp po22 n1 pp-f pno32, av-d p-acp n2, cc p-acp n1, vhb dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2.
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I can now but name these particulars, which I have formerly more largely insisted on, and pressed upon you.
I can now but name these particulars, which I have formerly more largely insisted on, and pressed upon you.
pns11 vmb av p-acp n1 d n2-j, r-crq pns11 vhb av-j av-dc av-j vvd a-acp, cc vvn p-acp pn22.
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8. Be examples of holinesse to them, walk in the midst of your house with a perfect heart;
8. Be Examples of holiness to them, walk in the midst of your house with a perfect heart;
crd vbb n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32, vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n1 p-acp dt j n1;
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do not unteach them by your practice, what they have learned, from your instructions;
do not unteach them by your practice, what they have learned, from your instructions;
vdb xx vvi pno32 p-acp po22 n1, r-crq pns32 vhb vvn, p-acp po22 n2;
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do not teach them to slight your words, by the unsuitableness of your wayes to them.
do not teach them to slight your words, by the unsuitableness of your ways to them.
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For a conclusion of the whole, observe farther, these four general directions: 1. Be Sincere. 2. Be Steady. 3. Be fruitful. 4. Be Stedfast.
For a conclusion of the Whole, observe farther, these four general directions: 1. Be Sincere. 2. Be Steady. 3. Be fruitful. 4. Be Steadfast.
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I. In your whole course, and all the particular actions, of it, be sincere.
I In your Whole course, and all the particular actions, of it, be sincere.
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Sincerity is not a distinct grace, but notes the truth of every grace, and gracious aicton.
Sincerity is not a distinct grace, but notes the truth of every grace, and gracious aicton.
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There is a sincerity of, Our State. Our Actions. 1. There is a sincerity of our state.
There is a sincerity of, Our State. Our Actions. 1. There is a sincerity of our state.
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That notes the uprightness of our hearts in the main, and hath been already desoribed, in the directions I have given, in the duty of self-examination.
That notes the uprightness of our hearts in the main, and hath been already desoribed, in the directions I have given, in the duty of self-examination.
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2. There is a sincerity of our actions:
2. There is a sincerity of our actions:
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This is two-fold, either such as respects particular and single actions, or the series of our actions, our whole course, 2 Cor. 11. 12. This is our rejoycing, the testimony of our Conscience, that in all simplicity,
This is twofold, either such as respects particular and single actions, or the series of our actions, our Whole course, 2 Cor. 11. 12. This is our rejoicing, the testimony of our Conscience, that in all simplicity,
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and godly sincerity, not in fleshly wisdom, but by the Grace of God we have had our Conversation in the world;
and godly sincerity, not in fleshly Wisdom, but by the Grace of God we have had our Conversation in the world;
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in all simplicity and godly sincerity: There is a natural sincerity, and a godly sincerity;in all simplicity and godly sincerity: There is a natural sincerity, and a godly sincerity;
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natural sincerity, imports no more, but simplicity, or plain-heartedness, when there is no guile or deceit in any action;
natural sincerity, imports no more, but simplicity, or Plain-heartedness, when there is no guile or deceit in any actium;
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no purpose to deceive, no pretence of what is not intended; no Conscience of any evil in what we do, nor any evil intent in it.
no purpose to deceive, no pretence of what is not intended; no Conscience of any evil in what we do, nor any evil intent in it.
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In this sense, God bears witnesse of Abimelecks integrity, Gen. 20. 6. Testifying concerning his taking Abrahams Wife, that he did it in the integrity of his heart, that is, he knew no evil in it:
In this sense, God bears witness of Abimelecks integrity, Gen. 20. 6. Testifying Concerning his taking Abrahams Wife, that he did it in the integrity of his heart, that is, he knew no evil in it:
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He knew not that she was another Mans Wife, nor intended any wrong to her Husband in it.
He knew not that she was Another men Wife, nor intended any wrong to her Husband in it.
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Then there is also a godly sincerity; this supposes the sincerity of our state. He cannot have his conversation in godly sincerity, that is not first a godly man.
Then there is also a godly sincerity; this supposes the sincerity of our state. He cannot have his Conversation in godly sincerity, that is not First a godly man.
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It concludes in it, not only Truth, but Faith, and Love, and ingenuity to God;
It concludes in it, not only Truth, but Faith, and Love, and ingenuity to God;
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not only a good meaning, but a good will to the work, and to the Lord,
not only a good meaning, but a good will to the work, and to the Lord,
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for whose sake we do it.
for whose sake we do it.
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To walk sincerely, is to walk both as in the sight of God, as the witness of our uprightnesse, to whom we dare to appeal,
To walk sincerely, is to walk both as in the sighed of God, as the witness of our uprightness, to whom we Dare to appeal,
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and in the power of the Grace of God, which carries us on to pursue his honour and interest.
and in the power of the Grace of God, which carries us on to pursue his honour and Interest.
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The opposit• to this sincerity, is fleshly wisdom, or carnal policy, which models our Religion and the exercises thereof, in a consistency with,
The opposit• to this sincerity, is fleshly Wisdom, or carnal policy, which models our Religion and the exercises thereof, in a consistency with,
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and subservency to our fleshly interests: And hypocrisie or dissimulation, to which it is most properly opposed.
and subservency to our fleshly interests: And hypocrisy or dissimulation, to which it is most properly opposed.
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And there is a two-fold hypocrisie in our actions.
And there is a twofold hypocrisy in our actions.
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Either total, that which denominates them hypocritical actions, Or tial, when though as to the main the heart be upright,
Either total, that which denominates them hypocritical actions, Or tial, when though as to the main the heart be upright,
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and the action acceptable to God, yet there is some little mixture of deceit in it;
and the actium acceptable to God, yet there is Some little mixture of deceit in it;
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which, though it be matter of humiliation to the doer, yet doth not wholy hinder the acceptation of what's done.
which, though it be matter of humiliation to the doer, yet does not wholly hinder the acceptation of what's done.
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As there is no person, so there is no action so perfectly sincere and upright with God,
As there is no person, so there is no actium so perfectly sincere and upright with God,
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but there is some obliquities to be found in it.
but there is Some obliquities to be found in it.
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Brethren, be upright in your way, be true to the Lord, not putting him off with eye-service,
Brothers, be upright in your Way, be true to the Lord, not putting him off with eye-service,
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but serving him in singlenesse of heart; be ingenuous towards God; with good will, doing service;
but serving him in singleness of heart; be ingenuous towards God; with good will, doing service;
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whatever good words you speak, whatever good duties you perform, whatever good fruits you bring forth, let good will be at the bottom.
whatever good words you speak, whatever good duties you perform, whatever good fruits you bring forth, let good will be At the bottom.
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Let not fleshly wisdom have any thing to do in the managing and ordering your Spiritual waies. You must be fools if you will be honest. He that will be wise (saith the Apostle) let him be a fo•l.
Let not fleshly Wisdom have any thing to do in the managing and ordering your Spiritual ways. You must be Fools if you will be honest. He that will be wise (Says the Apostle) let him be a fo•l.
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So he that will be upright, let him lay down his fleshly wisdom.
So he that will be upright, let him lay down his fleshly Wisdom.
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Let him not consult with Flesh and Blood, nor studie to cast himself into such a mode, or limit himself to such a measure of godlinesse,
Let him not consult with Flesh and Blood, nor study to cast himself into such a mode, or limit himself to such a measure of godliness,
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as will best secure and advance his earthlie concernments, but laying aside such considerations, let him follow the Lord in all things,
as will best secure and advance his earthly concernments, but laying aside such considerations, let him follow the Lord in all things,
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whether it be right or wrong, as to matters outward and carnal. Beware of Hipocri•ie and dissimulation:
whither it be right or wrong, as to matters outward and carnal. Beware of Hipocri•ie and dissimulation:
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be not mockers of God, Gal. 6. 7. Be not deceived, God is not mocked, saith the Apostle.
be not mockers of God, Gal. 6. 7. Be not deceived, God is not mocked, Says the Apostle.
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That is, either God cannot be mocked; there's no juggling with God; there's no deceiving of Gods Eie;
That is, either God cannot be mocked; there's no juggling with God; there's no deceiving of God's Eye;
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when you have done all you can to varnish an empty or deceitful work, God cannot be deceived;
when you have done all you can to varnish an empty or deceitful work, God cannot be deceived;
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his eie sees what it is. There's no dissembling with God, whatever there may be with men:
his eye sees what it is. There's no dissembling with God, whatever there may be with men:
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Or else God will not be mocked;
Or Else God will not be mocked;
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he will never be put off with, nor bear mocking services, but as men sow, so shall they reap.
he will never be put off with, nor bear mocking services, but as men sow, so shall they reap.
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Look what their work is, such shall their reward and their wages be. There is a twofold-mock: 1. A Deriding Mock. 2. A Deluding Mock.
Look what their work is, such shall their reward and their wages be. There is a twofold-mock: 1. A Deriding Mock. 2. A Deluding Mock.
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There is a deriding mock, or a putting of scorn upon persons. The Enemies of Jerusalem, mocked at her Sabbaths;
There is a deriding mock, or a putting of scorn upon Persons. The Enemies of Jerusalem, mocked At her Sabbaths;
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the Persecutors and Cruci•iers of Christ, mocked him, and said, Hail King of the Jews.
the Persecutors and Cruci•iers of christ, mocked him, and said, Hail King of the jews.
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And there is a Deluding M•ck, or a putting a Cheat upon them, to deceive them.
And there is a Deluding M•ck, or a putting a Cheat upon them, to deceive them.
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He that promises any thing that he doth not intend, he that doth any thing,
He that promises any thing that he does not intend, he that does any thing,
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or gives any thing, which is another thing than it appears to be, is a Mocker. Thou hast mocked me these three times, said Delila to Sampso•, when he pretended to have told her all that was in his heart,
or gives any thing, which is Another thing than it appears to be, is a Mocker. Thou hast mocked me these three times, said Delilah to Sampso•, when he pretended to have told her all that was in his heart,
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and yet hat but lyed to her, Judg. 16. 15. He that refreshes the needie with good words onlie, be filled, be warmed;
and yet hat but lied to her, Judges 16. 15. He that Refreshes the needy with good words only, be filled, be warmed;
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or Promises, I will give, I will relieve you, this is but Mock-Charity: He that paies his debts, or buyes his Commodities with brasse money instead of silver, this is but mock Justice, and he that worships God with tongue-worship, instead of heart-worship, this is but mock Religion.
or Promises, I will give, I will relieve you, this is but Mock-Charity: He that pays his debts, or buys his Commodities with brass money instead of silver, this is but mock justice, and he that worships God with tongue-worship, instead of Heart-worship, this is but mock Religion.
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Oh, how much, such mocking of God, are many Professors of Religion guilty of.
O, how much, such mocking of God, Are many Professors of Religion guilty of.
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There's nothing but words in their Professions; nothing but words in their Prayers; nothing but words in their Confessions and Acknowledgments. Their Faith is a mock Faith, and their Repentance is mock Repentance; their Humility is mock Humility; nay, their very Alms and Benevolences, wherewith those that received them, are refreshed and relieved, are in respect to God a mock Charity, mock Alms. Whatever there is done, there is nothing of the heart in it;
There's nothing but words in their Professions; nothing but words in their Prayers; nothing but words in their Confessions and Acknowledgments. Their Faith is a mock Faith, and their Repentance is mock Repentance; their Humility is mock Humility; nay, their very Alms and Benevolences, wherewith those that received them, Are refreshed and relieved, Are in respect to God a mock Charity, mock Alms. Whatever there is done, there is nothing of the heart in it;
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there's no good will in all their good work, and where that's wanting, the Lord looks on all as nothing.
there's no good will in all their good work, and where that's wanting, the Lord looks on all as nothing.
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Oh, remember and bewail all your Hypocrisies and Dissimulation; you are apt to think, at least would make others think,
O, Remember and bewail all your Hypocrisies and Dissimulation; you Are apt to think, At least would make Others think,
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when you have been Praying, or Fasting, or keeping Sabbaths, or visiting the Sick, or relieving the oppressed, that you have been doing some great good services;
when you have been Praying, or Fasting, or keeping Sabbaths, or visiting the Sick, or relieving the oppressed, that you have been doing Some great good services;
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when yet, it may be, you have been dissembling with the Lord in all, and had need to go pray again, not only, Lord forgive us our sins, our pride,
when yet, it may be, you have been dissembling with the Lord in all, and had need to go pray again, not only, Lord forgive us our Sins, our pride,
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or our covetousnesse, but Lord forgive us our Prayers;
or our covetousness, but Lord forgive us our Prayers;
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Lord forgive us our Repentance, our Fasting, our Sabbaths, our Sabbath-mockeries, our Prayer-Mockeries. Consider, brethren, what an high provocation this is:
Lord forgive us our Repentance, our Fasting, our Sabbaths, our Sabbath-mockeries, our Prayer-Mockeries. Consider, brothers, what an high provocation this is:
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'Tis no small sin to be mockers of men;
It's no small since to be mockers of men;
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but will a man mock God? Mal. 3. 8. Will a man rob God? saith the Lord.
but will a man mock God? Malachi 3. 8. Will a man rob God? Says the Lord.
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Though you dare to steal, and purloin one from the other, yet dare you be so highly impious and sacrilegious,
Though you Dare to steal, and purloin one from the other, yet Dare you be so highly impious and sacrilegious,
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as to rob God? Ye have robbed me, saith the Lord. You have not only robbed my Prophets and my Servants, but ye have robbed me.
as to rob God? You have robbed me, Says the Lord. You have not only robbed my prophets and my Servants, but you have robbed me.
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Will a man rob God? So, Will a man mock God? Seemeth it to you a small thing that you weary men, that you will weary my God also, saith he Prophet:Will a man rob God? So, Will a man mock God? Seems it to you a small thing that you weary men, that you will weary my God also, Says he Prophet:
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Seemeth it a small thing to you to deal falsly with men, but will you deal falsly with God also?
Seems it a small thing to you to deal falsely with men, but will you deal falsely with God also?
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Brethren, in all your waies observe the rule, Do as you would be done by.
Brothers, in all your ways observe the Rule, Do as you would be done by.
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If you would not that the Lord should mock you, be you no longer Mockers of God.
If you would not that the Lord should mock you, be you no longer Mockers of God.
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Do not put off the Lord with mock-duties, unlesse you will be content to be put off with mockmercies, mock-comfor•s, with a mock-pardon, and a mock salvation.
Do not put off the Lord with mock-duties, unless you will be content to be put off with mockmercies, mock-comfor•s, with a mock-pardon, and a mock salvation.
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Beloved, Let us bewail our Hypocrisie;
beloved, Let us bewail our Hypocrisy;
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Let us not only bewail and humbled under any thing we have offered up to God, wherein we have been hypocritical in toto, have done nothing else but plaid the hypocrites;
Let us not only bewail and humbled under any thing we have offered up to God, wherein we have been hypocritical in toto, have done nothing Else but played the Hypocrites;
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but let us bewail all those lower degrees of hypocrisie, that have been mingled with the best of all our duties:
but let us bewail all those lower Degrees of hypocrisy, that have been mingled with the best of all our duties:
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blessed be God, that though we have been too hypocritical, yet we are no Hypocrites, blessed be God for any sincerity that he hath seen in us,
blessed be God, that though we have been too hypocritical, yet we Are no Hypocrites, blessed be God for any sincerity that he hath seen in us,
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but wo to us, and shame to us, that there hath been so much hypocrisie mingled with it.
but woe to us, and shame to us, that there hath been so much hypocrisy mingled with it.
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Oh, let us fear an hypocritical heart, Oh, let us watch against an Hypocritical heart: let us purge out all the remainders of this Pharisaical leaven.
O, let us Fear an hypocritical heart, O, let us watch against an Hypocritical heart: let us purge out all the remainders of this Pharisaical leaven.
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Let there be truth in all we do, and as much as in us lies nothing but truth. Let us draw nigh to God with a true heart, Heb. 10. Let us be und•filed or upright in the way of the Lord, Psal. 119. 1 ▪ Let our works be found perfect before him.
Let there be truth in all we do, and as much as in us lies nothing but truth. Let us draw High to God with a true heart, Hebrew 10. Let us be und•filed or upright in the Way of the Lord, Psalm 119. 1 ▪ Let our works be found perfect before him.
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Let us love in truth, let us speak the truth in love, let all our paths be mercy and truth;
Let us love in truth, let us speak the truth in love, let all our paths be mercy and truth;
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Let our hearts be in every word, in every step of our lives, let the heart do all, let the heart pray, let the heart hear, let the heart give and lend, and forgive;
Let our hearts be in every word, in every step of our lives, let the heart do all, let the heart pray, let the heart hear, let the heart give and lend, and forgive;
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Let the grace of our hearts do all; Let Faith pray, and Obedience hear, and Repentance celebrate our Fasts;
Let the grace of our hearts do all; Let Faith pray, and obedience hear, and Repentance celebrate our Fasts;
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Let wisdom guide, let Truth speak, let Mercy give, let Love forgive, let Patience bear, and Long-suffering forbear, let Temperance feed us, Humility cloath us, and integrity preserve us;
Let Wisdom guide, let Truth speak, let Mercy give, let Love forgive, let Patience bear, and Long-suffering forbear, let Temperance feed us, Humility cloth us, and integrity preserve us;
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Let Grace do all, and let God have all, let Pride have nothing, & Covetousness nothing, and Envie nothing;
Let Grace do all, and let God have all, let Pride have nothing, & Covetousness nothing, and Envy nothing;
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let Lust neither bear a part in our doings, nor eat any of the fruit of our doing.
let Lust neither bear a part in our doings, nor eat any of the fruit of our doing.
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Let there be written on all we have or do, Holiness to the Lord. Let us be more desirous to be holy, than to be acounted so;
Let there be written on all we have or do, Holiness to the Lord. Let us be more desirous to be holy, than to be accounted so;
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to be merciful, and just, and humble, and patient, than to be accounted such;
to be merciful, and just, and humble, and patient, than to be accounted such;
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to have a good conscience in the sight of God, than to obtain a name amongst the best of men.
to have a good conscience in the sighed of God, than to obtain a name among the best of men.
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If we be not reckoned amongst the ablest Christians, for Gifts, for Parts and Endowments, let it content us that we are Christians. If we be not the most skilful Christians, if our fruits be not the fairest and most beautiful,
If we be not reckoned among the Ablest Christians, for Gifts, for Parts and Endowments, let it content us that we Are Christians. If we be not the most skilful Christians, if our fruits be not the Fairest and most beautiful,
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yet let them be fruits brought forth unto God, the right fruit, sound fruit; If what we do be weakly done, yet let it be •onestly done.
yet let them be fruits brought forth unto God, the right fruit, found fruit; If what we do be weakly done, yet let it be •onestly done.
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Let us be Nathaniels, Israelites indeed in whom is no guile.
Let us be nathaniel's, Israelites indeed in whom is no guile.
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So plain-hearted, and single-hearted in all our ways, that though our Adversaries do, yet neither our God,
So plainhearted, and singlehearted in all our ways, that though our Adversaries do, yet neither our God,
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nor our consciences may call us Hypocrites. Let us be able to appeal to God, as the witness of our integrity.
nor our Consciences may call us Hypocrites. Let us be able to appeal to God, as the witness of our integrity.
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Lord thou knowest that I love thee, thou knowest that my heart is with thee:Lord thou Knowest that I love thee, thou Knowest that my heart is with thee:
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Let us be able to commit our selves and our waies unto the Lord, as he that shall plead for us against all the slights, and censures of men:
Let us be able to commit our selves and our ways unto the Lord, as he that shall plead for us against all the slights, and censures of men:
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My God shall plead my cause, my God shall answer for me. Brethren, Sincerity will give us boldnesse before the Lord:My God shall plead my cause, my God shall answer for me. Brothers, Sincerity will give us boldness before the Lord:
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We shall be able to lift up our faces in his Presence, and look in his Face in peace,
We shall be able to lift up our faces in his Presence, and look in his Face in peace,
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and he that can be bold with God, may be bold with all the world.
and he that can be bold with God, may be bold with all the world.
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He that can look God in the Face, may look his accusers in the face, his Despisers and Persecutors in the face:
He that can look God in the Face, may look his accusers in the face, his Despisers and Persecutors in the face:
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He that can freely appeal to God, can boldly appear before men. The sinners in Sion are afraid, fearfulness surprizeth Hypocrites:
He that can freely appeal to God, can boldly appear before men. The Sinners in Sion Are afraid, fearfulness surpriseth Hypocrites:
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The sense of their guilt and guile sides with every danger that they are in, strengthen 〈 ◊ 〉 very feer that comes upon them, makes their own hearts to fall upon themselves, puts a sting into every cross, starves them out of all their comforts.
The sense of their guilt and guile sides with every danger that they Are in, strengthen 〈 ◊ 〉 very Fear that comes upon them, makes their own hearts to fallen upon themselves, puts a sting into every cross, starves them out of all their comforts.
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To God they dare not look, to Conscience they dare not remember, they are forsaken of all their supports,
To God they Dare not look, to Conscience they Dare not Remember, they Are forsaken of all their supports,
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and left to shake and sink under every trouble that comes upon them. 'Tis innocency that hath boldness, dare to be upright and fear nothing.
and left to shake and sink under every trouble that comes upon them. It's innocency that hath boldness, Dare to be upright and Fear nothing.
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Go thy way, ear thy bread with joy, drink thy wine with a merry heart, for God accepteth thy works. Go thy Way, ear thy bred with joy, drink thy wine with a merry heart, for God Accepteth thy works.
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II. Be steady and even in all your goings.
II Be steady and even in all your goings.
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Be not off and on, in and out, Prov. 4. 24, 26, 27. Prov. 33, 17. Be thou in the fear of the Lord all the day long.
Be not off and on, in and out, Curae 4. 24, 26, 27. Curae 33, 17. Be thou in the Fear of the Lord all the day long.
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Alone, in company, at home, abroad, in thy duties, in thy business, in thy recreations, all the day,
Alone, in company, At home, abroad, in thy duties, in thy business, in thy recreations, all the day,
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and every day, let tomorrow be as this day, and next day as to morrow: In this evenness and equality of our lives stand the beauty and comlinesse of them,
and every day, let tomorrow be as this day, and next day as to morrow: In this evenness and equality of our lives stand the beauty and comeliness of them,
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when all the several parts of them bear their due proportion each to other.
when all the several parts of them bear their due proportion each to other.
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Let your wayes be conform to the Canon, and let them be uniform: be like unto God,
Let your ways be conform to the Canon, and let them be uniform: be like unto God,
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and then be ever like your selves, be unchangeable. We appear almost so many men as we live daies, or come into companies:
and then be ever like your selves, be unchangeable. We appear almost so many men as we live days, or come into companies:
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We have more of the Moon than of the Sun, little light, but many changes and spots.
We have more of the Moon than of the Sun, little Light, but many changes and spots.
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Let not your conversation be so checker'd, let not Christians be speckled birds, let there not be so many black among your whites, sometimes something of God, sometimes as much of the flesh.
Let not your Conversation be so checkered, let not Christians be speckled Birds, let there not be so many black among your whites, sometime something of God, sometime as much of the Flesh.
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What a deformitie is it to a new Garment, to have here and there a companie of old rotten patches? Now a little of God,
What a deformity is it to a new Garment, to have Here and there a company of old rotten Patches? Now a little of God,
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and then as much of the Devil;
and then as much of the devil;
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now serious in the Spirit, and then in the flesh, now serious and savourie, by and by frothie and vain;
now serious in the Spirit, and then in the Flesh, now serious and savoury, by and by frothy and vain;
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this hour in a Divine Rapture, and the next in a fleshly frolick;
this hour in a Divine Rapture, and the next in a fleshly frolic;
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now a little of Godliness, and then a patch of sensualitie, Be Christians, ••nd be ever your selves, do not change your Hearts with your Companie.
now a little of Godliness, and then a patch of sensuality, Be Christians, ••nd be ever your selves, do not change your Hearts with your Company.
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Be not of those vain ones, who can cast themselves into any shape, can suit themselves to any Times or Companies.
Be not of those vain ones, who can cast themselves into any shape, can suit themselves to any Times or Companies.
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Who can weep with those that weep, and mourn with them that mourn, and pray with them that pray,
Who can weep with those that weep, and mourn with them that mourn, and pray with them that pray,
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and can also laugh, and be merry, and jolly with those that are so: Let all your goings be established, be ever in the fear of the Lord. III. Be fruitful. That ground is counted fruitful which bringeth forth good Fruit, and which bringeth forth much Fruit. I have alreadie directed you how to bring forth good Fruit, now let me presse you to see to it, that your Fruits do abound, 1 Cor. 15. 58. Alwayes abounding in the work of the Lord. and can also laugh, and be merry, and jolly with those that Are so: Let all your goings be established, be ever in the Fear of the Lord. III. Be fruitful. That ground is counted fruitful which brings forth good Fruit, and which brings forth much Fruit. I have already directed you how to bring forth good Fruit, now let me press you to see to it, that your Fruits do abound, 1 Cor. 15. 58. Always abounding in the work of the Lord.
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Jam. 3. 17. The wisdom which is from above is pure and peaceable, &c. and full of good fruit.
Jam. 3. 17. The Wisdom which is from above is pure and peaceable, etc. and full of good fruit.
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John 15. 18. Here in is my Father glorified, that ye bring forth much fruit.
John 15. 18. Here in is my Father glorified, that you bring forth much fruit.
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Rom. 6. 19. As you have yeilded your members servants to uncleannesse, and to iniquity unto iniquity,
Rom. 6. 19. As you have yielded your members Servants to uncleanness, and to iniquity unto iniquity,
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even so now yield your members servants to Righteousnesse unto Holiness: even so now yield your members Servants to Righteousness unto Holiness:
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You have been the servants of sin, be ye now the servants of Righteousnesse, and be ye as free,
You have been the Servants of since, be you now the Servants of Righteousness, and be you as free,
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and as forward, and as fruitful in the service of righteousnesse, as ever you have been in the service of sin.
and as forward, and as fruitful in the service of righteousness, as ever you have been in the service of since.
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You have added sin to sin, unrighteousnesse to uncleaness, iniquity to inquity A sin hath abounded and multiplied its fruits, s•• let grace also abound,
You have added since to since, unrighteousness to uncleanness, iniquity to Iniquity A since hath abounded and multiplied its fruits, s•• let grace also abound,
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and bring forth its fruits abundantly. Let your lives be as much filled up with the works of righteousnesse, and mercie,
and bring forth its fruits abundantly. Let your lives be as much filled up with the works of righteousness, and mercy,
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and holinesse, as they have been with the works of the flesh.
and holiness, as they have been with the works of the Flesh.
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Brethren, time was, when a little sin could not suffice you, a little sporting, a little pleasure would not serve your turn;
Brothers, time was, when a little since could not suffice you, a little sporting, a little pleasure would not serve your turn;
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you thought you would never have enough of the world, and the lusts and vanities of it;
you Thought you would never have enough of the world, and the Lustiest and vanities of it;
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why, prove your selves, now to be as heartily the servants of Christ, as ever you were the servants of sin, by being fruitfully his,
why, prove your selves, now to be as heartily the Servants of christ, as ever you were the Servants of since, by being fruitfully his,
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as ever you were fruitful to sin.
as ever you were fruitful to sin.
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If Christ be a better Master, and a better Pay-Master, let him have more and more chearful services.
If christ be a better Master, and a better Pay-Master, let him have more and more cheerful services.
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Bring forth good fruits, and of all sorts.
Bring forth good fruits, and of all sorts.
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As it is said of the Tree of Life that stands in the City of God above, Rev. 22. 2. so let it be said of every living Tree that stands in the Vineyard of God here below.
As it is said of the Tree of Life that Stands in the city of God above, Rev. 22. 2. so let it be said of every living Tree that Stands in the Vineyard of God Here below.
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That they bring forth twelve manner, that is, all manner of fruits; be fruitful in every good work, and bring forth fruit for every season.
That they bring forth twelve manner, that is, all manner of fruits; be fruitful in every good work, and bring forth fruit for every season.
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There are summer fruits, and there are winter fruits, that God expects from you.
There Are summer fruits, and there Are winter fruits, that God expects from you.
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By summer fruits I mean, those that are most proper for the daies of your prosperity, as thankfulness, watchfulness, fear, humility, self-denyal, mercy, compassion, &c. Your winter fruits rae such as God looks for in the dayes of your affliction, fasting, repentance, mortification, humiliation, submission, patience, &c. Brethren, be not only good summer servants,
By summer fruits I mean, those that Are most proper for the days of your Prosperity, as thankfulness, watchfulness, Fear, humility, self-denial, mercy, compassion, etc. Your winter fruits rae such as God looks for in the days of your affliction, fasting, Repentance, mortification, humiliation, submission, patience, etc. Brothers, be not only good summer Servants,
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but winter servants also, and when ever it is winter with you, •all close to your Winter-work, be much in the •xercise of repentance, godly sorrow, patience, &c. •et the persecuting World see, that godliness will •ot only live,
but winter Servants also, and when ever it is winter with you, •all close to your winter-work, be much in the •xercise of Repentance, godly sorrow, patience, etc. •et the persecuting World see, that godliness will •ot only live,
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but flourish too in the hardest Win•er:
but flourish too in the Hardest Win•er:
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The truth is, there is no such flourishing time •or the Saints as the time of trouble:
The truth is, there is no such flourishing time •or the Saints as the time of trouble:
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Gods trees do usually bear best in Winter.
God's trees do usually bear best in Winter.
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The Winter frosts do ordinarily bring forth and ripen their fruit better than the Summers warmth•.
The Winter frosts do ordinarily bring forth and ripen their fruit better than the Summer's warmth•.
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At least the hard Winter prepares for a fruitful Summer;
At least the hard Winter prepares for a fruitful Summer;
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Beloved, •s it Winter with any of you? lose not this fructi•ying season, to your work, to your work.
beloved, •s it Winter with any of you? loose not this fructi•ying season, to your work, to your work.
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Let your work serve you in stead of fire to keep you warm.
Let your work serve you in stead of fire to keep you warm.
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•et not the cold windes and storms chill and freeze your spirits, and so kill your fruits:
•et not the cold winds and storms chill and freeze your spirits, and so kill your fruits:
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let a fire be kindled and kept alive within you, the fire of love •nd holy zeal, I mean, let those winds not blow •ut, but blow up these fires;
let a fire be kindled and kept alive within you, the fire of love •nd holy zeal, I mean, let those winds not blow •ut, but blow up these fires;
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let them blow out the fire of lust, of passion, and contention, but let them blow up the fire of love and zeal, and let your winward warmth supply the want of outward comforts and encouragements,
let them blow out the fire of lust, of passion, and contention, but let them blow up the fire of love and zeal, and let your winward warmth supply the want of outward comforts and encouragements,
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for the cherishing and ••ripening of your fruit.
for the cherishing and ••ripening of your fruit.
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Be either bringing forth fruit, or preparing for fruit, let nor the Plough stand still, let the clods be broken, let the seed be cast in:
Be either bringing forth fruit, or preparing for fruit, let nor the Plough stand still, let the clods be broken, let the seed be cast in:
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If it be the day of your tears, sow in tears; it is good sowing in such a rainy day;
If it be the day of your tears, sow in tears; it is good sowing in such a rainy day;
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and such a seed-time will bring forth a comfortable Harvest.
and such a seedtime will bring forth a comfortable Harvest.
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IV. Be stedfast and unmovable, 1 Cor. 15. 58. Be not moved, either from the hope of the Gospel, or from the Obedience of the Gospel. Be not Apostates from Christ, let not the fear of the Crosse make you weary of the yoke of Christ:
IV. Be steadfast and unmovable, 1 Cor. 15. 58. Be not moved, either from the hope of the Gospel, or from the obedience of the Gospel. Be not Apostates from christ, let not the Fear of the Cross make you weary of the yoke of christ:
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Turn not back from the holy Commandment, for any Tribulation that may come upon you. Suffer not your selves to be persecuted out of your Religion or conscience.
Turn not back from the holy Commandment, for any Tribulation that may come upon you. Suffer not your selves to be persecuted out of your Religion or conscience.
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Tribulations are temptations, and will try what there is of God in you, what reality there is lying under all your professions,Tribulations Are temptations, and will try what there is of God in you, what reality there is lying under all your professions,
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whether the Word of Christ hath taken any root in you:
whither the Word of christ hath taken any root in you:
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And such troubles will make the greatest Tryal of you, which fall upon you for righteousness sake.
And such Troubles will make the greatest Trial of you, which fallen upon you for righteousness sake.
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There are some troubles that fall promiscuously on all, good and bad, and put no difference betwixt the one and the other,
There Are Some Troubles that fallen promiscuously on all, good and bad, and put no difference betwixt the one and the other,
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but as an overflowing flood, bear down all before them:
but as an overflowing flood, bear down all before them:
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As in general families, pestilences, and wars, in which it happen ▪ alike to the just and unjust, to him that serve•• God,
As in general families, pestilences, and wars, in which it happen ▪ alike to the just and unjust, to him that serve•• God,
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and him that serveth him not.
and him that serves him not.
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There are other troubles that fall only on the heritage of the Lord, on the best among a people.
There Are other Troubles that fallen only on the heritage of the Lord, on the best among a people.
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When the vile of the earth prosper and flourish, and those only in whom some good thing is found, are the suffering people.
When the vile of the earth prosper and flourish, and those only in whom Some good thing is found, Are the suffering people.
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When the Sun shines on the barren Mountaines and miry Marishes, and 〈 ◊ 〉 Storms, the Thunder,
When the Sun shines on the barren Mountains and miry Marshes, and 〈 ◊ 〉 Storms, the Thunder,
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and the Hail fall only on 〈 ◊ 〉 fruitful Fields; when the Corn is smitten, and 〈 ◊ 〉 the Thorns and Bryars escape.
and the Hail fallen only on 〈 ◊ 〉 fruitful Fields; when the Corn is smitten, and 〈 ◊ 〉 the Thorns and Briars escape.
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Such troubles as fall on the Righteous of the earth, and for their righteousness sake;
Such Troubles as fallen on the Righteous of the earth, and for their righteousness sake;
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when the bread and water of affliction are given to Disciples, and in the name of Disciples, these are the most trying troubles.
when the bred and water of affliction Are given to Disciples, and in the name of Disciples, these Are the most trying Troubles.
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Such troubles as leave men to their choice, either to sin or suffer:
Such Troubles as leave men to their choice, either to since or suffer:
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When godliness becomes the common rode to tribulation, and ungodliness is the only door that is left open, by which we may escape and shift our selves out of danger.
When godliness becomes the Common road to tribulation, and ungodliness is the only door that is left open, by which we may escape and shift our selves out of danger.
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Such afflictions as these will make the most narrow search, and through tryal, whether we are godly indeed or not.
Such afflictions as these will make the most narrow search, and through trial, whither we Are godly indeed or not.
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Brethren, see that your hearts be so established with grace, that you stand your ground, and keep your way in such dayes of temptation.
Brothers, see that your hearts be so established with grace, that you stand your ground, and keep your Way in such days of temptation.
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And that you may hold out, and hold on, and abide in the day of greatest tryals, take this course.
And that you may hold out, and hold on, and abide in the day of greatest trials, take this course.
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I. Try your selves throughly aforehand, 1 Cor. 11. 3. If we would judge our selves, we should not be judged:
I Try your selves thoroughly aforehand, 1 Cor. 11. 3. If we would judge our selves, we should not be judged:
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Though I cannot say, if we would try our selves, we should not be tryed,
Though I cannot say, if we would try our selves, we should not be tried,
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yet this I can say, if we would try our selves, we should be the more likely •o abide the trial of the Lord. Try your selves afore-hand: And that,
yet this I can say, if we would try our selves, we should be the more likely •o abide the trial of the Lord. Try your selves aforehand: And that,
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1. What you are in the state of your souls, according to the instructions I have already given you in this matter.
1. What you Are in the state of your Souls, according to the instructions I have already given you in this matter.
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2. What you are in your duties, in your active obedience:
2. What you Are in your duties, in your active Obedience:
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He that is not faithful in doing the Will of God, is not like to be found faithful in suffering the Will of God.
He that is not faithful in doing the Will of God, is not like to be found faithful in suffering the Will of God.
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He that carries himself Christianly in his present state, needs not trouble himself with fears and doubts,
He that carries himself Christianly in his present state, needs not trouble himself with fears and doubts,
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how he shall stand in any future state he may be brought into.
how he shall stand in any future state he may be brought into.
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The tryal that trouble will make upon us is, whether we will be faithful in doing the Will of God when we must suffer for it:
The trial that trouble will make upon us is, whither we will be faithful in doing the Will of God when we must suffer for it:
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Now he that neglects his duty, and cannot hold his heart to an holy conscientious course when he is in no danger,
Now he that neglects his duty, and cannot hold his heart to an holy conscientious course when he is in no danger,
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and his Religion is like to cost him nothing, what is like to become of this mans godliness,
and his Religion is like to cost him nothing, what is like to become of this men godliness,
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when it may cost him the loss of all? We read• Dan. 6. 10. When a decree was signed, That whosoever should ask any Petition of God,
when it may cost him the loss of all? We read• Dan. 6. 10. When a Decree was signed, That whosoever should ask any Petition of God,
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or man, save of the King should be cast into the Lyons D•n:
or man, save of the King should be cast into the Lyons D•n:
cc n1, vvb pp-f dt n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt ng1 n1:
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4924
That Daniel prayed and gave thanks to his God three times a day (as he ha•• done aforetime: That daniel prayed and gave thanks to his God three times a day (as he ha•• done aforetime:
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4925
) If Daniel had not used to pray aforetime, when praying would bring him into n•• danger, he would not doubtless have adventured o•• it in such a time,
) If daniel had not used to pray aforetime, when praying would bring him into n•• danger, he would not doubtless have adventured o•• it in such a time,
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when he saw evidently that it wa• like to cost him his life. Brethren, Consider what your present course and care is:
when he saw evidently that it wa• like to cost him his life. Brothers, Consider what your present course and care is:
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Do you pray now, and fast now, and withdrawing your selves from the lusts and liberties of the world? Do you now apply your selves to a so• ber, ser•ous, self-denying life? Are you now active for God and your s•uls, and have you been conscientious,
Do you pray now, and fast now, and withdrawing your selves from the Lustiest and Liberties of the world? Do you now apply your selves to a so• ber, ser•ous, self-denying life? are you now active for God and your s•uls, and have you been conscientious,
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920
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4928
and watchful, and fruitful aforetime, when there was nothing to molest or discourage you? If you have been carnal, and vain,
and watchful, and fruitful aforetime, when there was nothing to molest or discourage you? If you have been carnal, and vain,
cc j, cc j av, c-crq pc-acp vbds pix pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn22? cs pn22 vhb vbn j, cc j,
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920
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4929
and remiss in the exercises of Religion, when you might have been as holy as you would,
and remiss in the exercises of Religion, when you might have been as holy as you would,
cc j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, c-crq pn22 vmd vhi vbn a-acp j c-acp pn22 vmd,
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920
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4930
as strict and as zealous as you would, without any fear of suffering for it:
as strict and as zealous as you would, without any Fear of suffering for it:
c-acp j cc p-acp j c-acp pn22 vmd, p-acp d n1 pp-f vvg p-acp pn31:
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920
Page 368
4931
If you have wasted away your encouragements, and spent out your Sun-shine, in a careless unprofitable life, how do you think to be ever useful or serviceable in the dark? If you cannot now bear the pains of a godly life,
If you have wasted away your encouragements, and spent out your Sunshine, in a careless unprofitable life, how do you think to be ever useful or serviceable in the dark? If you cannot now bear the pains of a godly life,
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920
Page 368
4932
how do you think you should bear both the pains and the charges of it? If you could follow Christ no closer in the plenty of all things,
how do you think you should bear both the pains and the charges of it? If you could follow christ no closer in the plenty of all things,
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920
Page 369
4933
how do you think to follow him, when it must be in hunger and thirst?
how do you think to follow him, when it must be in hunger and thirst?
q-crq vdb pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi pno31, c-crq pn31 vmb vbi p-acp n1 cc n1?
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920
Page 369
4934
Dost thou talk of suffering for Christ, and suffering for Righteousness, and hope thou shalt never forsake him, whatever come upon thee,
Dost thou talk of suffering for christ, and suffering for Righteousness, and hope thou shalt never forsake him, whatever come upon thee,
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4935
when thy heart tells thee, how much thou hast slighted Christ, neglected thy duty to Christ, contented thy self with a cold, heartlesse, luke-warm Profession, without the power of Christianity,
when thy heart tells thee, how much thou hast slighted christ, neglected thy duty to christ, contented thy self with a cold, heartless, lukewarm Profession, without the power of Christianity,
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4936
and that when thou hast had no pretence of damage or danger that was hereby like to come upon thee? You that how can keep at distance from Christ,
and that when thou hast had no pretence of damage or danger that was hereby like to come upon thee? You that how can keep At distance from christ,
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4937
for the satisfying of a lust, have reason enough to fear that you will utterly forsake him,
for the satisfying of a lust, have reason enough to Fear that you will utterly forsake him,
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4938
if ye be put to it, for the saving of your Life. You that in a calm can ordinarily remit your Religion,
if you be put to it, for the Saving of your Life. You that in a Cam can ordinarily remit your Religion,
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4939
for the pleasing a lazy heart, will be like enough to renounce your Religion in a storm, to quiet a fearful heart.
for the pleasing a lazy heart, will be like enough to renounce your Religion in a storm, to quiet a fearful heart.
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4940
He that can sell his Conscience for a Lust, will hardly be perswaded to buy it, with the losse of all that ever he is worth.
He that can fell his Conscience for a Lust, will hardly be persuaded to buy it, with the loss of all that ever he is worth.
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Page 369
4941
Thou sayest, it may be, with Peter, Though I dye with him, I will not deny him:
Thou Sayest, it may be, with Peter, Though I die with him, I will not deny him:
pns21 vv2, pn31 vmb vbi, p-acp np1, cs pns11 vvb p-acp pno31, pns11 vmb xx vvi pno31:
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921
Page 369
4942
I, but dost thou deny thy self for him now, deny thy pleasures, and thy ease,
I, but dost thou deny thy self for him now, deny thy pleasures, and thy ease,
pns11, cc-acp vd2 pns21 vvi po21 n1 p-acp pno31 av, vvb po21 n2, cc po21 n1,
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4943
and thy companions now? Hast thou not many a time denyed him a Prayer,
and thy Sodales now? Hast thou not many a time denied him a Prayer,
cc po21 n2 av? vh2 pns21 xx d dt n1 vvd pno31 dt n1,
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Page 369
4944
or an Alms, when he hath called for it? Canst thou watch with Christ? Dost thou walk with Christ as thou oughtest? Dost thou live to Christ? Art thou faithful in bringing forth fruit unto Christ, the fruits of holinesse and righteousnesse? If not,
or an Alms, when he hath called for it? Canst thou watch with christ? Dost thou walk with christ as thou Ought? Dost thou live to christ? Art thou faithful in bringing forth fruit unto christ, the fruits of holiness and righteousness? If not,
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4945
how dost thou think to be able to suffer for him? If the way of Christ be too strait for thee, thou wilt find his burthen to be too heavy;
how dost thou think to be able to suffer for him? If the Way of christ be too strait for thee, thou wilt find his burden to be too heavy;
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4946
if thou canst not bear his yoke, thou wilt be less able to bear his Cross.
if thou Canst not bear his yoke, thou wilt be less able to bear his Cross.
cs pns21 vm2 xx vvi po31 n1, pns21 vm2 vbi av-dc j pc-acp vvi po31 n1.
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4947
Christians, consider what your wayes and your doings are at present;
Christians, Consider what your ways and your doings Are At present;
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4948
and if you find the Lord helping you to walk in all good conscience now, you need not doubt of being enabled to witnesse for a good conscience when called to it.
and if you find the Lord helping you to walk in all good conscience now, you need not doubt of being enabled to witness for a good conscience when called to it.
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4949
If you keep the Word, and do the work of the Lord, you may expect his help for bearing his burthen.
If you keep the Word, and do the work of the Lord, you may expect his help for bearing his burden.
cs pn22 vvb dt n1, cc vdb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pn22 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp vvg po31 n1.
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4950
If you be faithful in your lives, you are the more like to be faithful to the death, Because thou hast kept the Word of my patience, I also will keep thee in the hour of temptation, Rev. 3. 10. 2. What you are in the ordinary and smaller crosses, that come daily upon you:
If you be faithful in your lives, you Are the more like to be faithful to the death, Because thou hast kept the Word of my patience, I also will keep thee in the hour of temptation, Rev. 3. 10. 2. What you Are in the ordinary and smaller Crosses, that come daily upon you:
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There is not that man that lives, that meets not with his crosses, which though they be, many of them,
There is not that man that lives, that meets not with his Crosses, which though they be, many of them,
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4952
but light and inconsiderable things, below the Spirit of a Christian to take notice of, yet how sadly may we observe at what a loss they are presently by them.
but Light and inconsiderable things, below the Spirit of a Christian to take notice of, yet how sadly may we observe At what a loss they Are presently by them.
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4953
Every little Wind raiseth a storm; every little cross puts us out of course.
Every little Wind Raiseth a storm; every little cross puts us out of course.
np1 j n1 vvz dt n1; d j n1 vvz pno12 av pp-f n1.
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4954
What breaches are often made upon our consciences, what interruptions of duties, what abatements of our comforts, to what distance are we put from Christ,
What Breaches Are often made upon our Consciences, what interruptions of duties, what abatements of our comforts, to what distance Are we put from christ,
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4955
and our holy communion with him, and all meerly for a thing of nought.
and our holy communion with him, and all merely for a thing of nought.
cc po12 j n1 p-acp pno31, cc d av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f pix.
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4956
We cannot bear an unkindness from a Friend, or an injury from an Enemy, the provocation of an evil tongue, a scoffe,
We cannot bear an unkindness from a Friend, or an injury from an Enemy, the provocation of an evil tongue, a scoff,
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or a slander, but presently our spirits are in an uproar, and there are such tumults raised up within us, that for the time we forget that we are Christians:
or a slander, but presently our spirits Are in an uproar, and there Are such tumults raised up within us, that for the time we forget that we Are Christians:
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4958
Duties, and Comforts, Christ and Conscience, Souls, and the matters of Eternity, and all regard to them, are laid aside, and turned out of doors;
Duties, and Comforts, christ and Conscience, Souls, and the matters of Eternity, and all regard to them, Are laid aside, and turned out of doors;
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Faith and Patience, and Meekness, and Moderation, are either made to be silent, or at least cannot be heard,
Faith and Patience, and Meekness, and Moderation, Are either made to be silent, or At least cannot be herd,
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4960
for the noise of our passions, and disquiets;
for the noise of our passion, and disquiets;
p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, cc n2;
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4961
and all this sometimes for such trivial things, that when we come to our selves, we are all quite ashamed of our selves.
and all this sometime for such trivial things, that when we come to our selves, we Are all quite ashamed of our selves.
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4962
Brethren, such fails by these lower temptations, I cannot wonder if they make our hearts shake at the fore-fight of greater.
Brothers, such fails by these lower temptations, I cannot wonder if they make our hearts shake At the fore-fight of greater.
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(23) mark (DIV2)
924
Page 371
4963
If every small party which the Adversary sends out against us, doth put us to the rout,
If every small party which the Adversary sends out against us, does put us to the rout,
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(23) mark (DIV2)
924
Page 371
4964
How shall we stand, when he comes upon us with his full body? If we are overcome of the footmen,
How shall we stand, when he comes upon us with his full body? If we Are overcome of the footmen,
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924
Page 371
4965
how shall we contend with the horsemen? If a rod, or a little finger doth so disturb us,
how shall we contend with the horsemen? If a rod, or a little finger does so disturb us,
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924
Page 371
4966
how shall we bear the weight of the loyns, or the stinging of Scorpions? If we cannot bear an unkindnesse,
how shall we bear the weight of the loins, or the stinging of Scorpions? If we cannot bear an unkindness,
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(23) mark (DIV2)
924
Page 371
4967
or a nod, or a scoff, or a slander, what would become of us? should we be brought to resist unto blood?
or a nod, or a scoff, or a slander, what would become of us? should we be brought to resist unto blood?
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(23) mark (DIV2)
924
Page 371
4968
Beloved, it is of greater import to Christians than they are aware of, both to observe themselves daily,
beloved, it is of greater import to Christians than they Are aware of, both to observe themselves daily,
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(23) mark (DIV2)
925
Page 371
4969
and their carriages in these lower things, and to inure themselves to patience, and meeknesse of spirit under them.
and their carriages in these lower things, and to inure themselves to patience, and meekness of Spirit under them.
cc po32 n2 p-acp d jc n2, cc pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp n1, cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32.
(23) mark (DIV2)
925
Page 371
4970
Though it •e no great vertue to be patient, where there is no great provocation, yet there may be great benefit by it.
Though it •e no great virtue to be patient, where there is no great provocation, yet there may be great benefit by it.
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(23) mark (DIV2)
925
Page 371
4971
If we could but shame our selves out of this folly, and childishnesse of Spirit, whereby we are apt to be moved with every toy;
If we could but shame our selves out of this folly, and childishness of Spirit, whereby we Are apt to be moved with every toy;
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(23) mark (DIV2)
925
Page 371
4972
if we could reason, and pray our selves into such a fixed calm and quietnesse of spirit, that we could keep our way, with the neglect of such disturbances, our lives would be both more comfortable and honourable at present, and we should be in the better preparation for any harder things that might come upon us.
if we could reason, and pray our selves into such a fixed Cam and quietness of Spirit, that we could keep our Way, with the neglect of such disturbances, our lives would be both more comfortable and honourable At present, and we should be in the better preparation for any harder things that might come upon us.
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925
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4973
If we know how to be Christians among briars and thorns, we shall be the better able to continue such among Spears and Arrows.
If we know how to be Christians among briers and thorns, we shall be the better able to continue such among Spears and Arrows.
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925
Page 372
4974
3. What, you are under the temptation of prosperity. The World is a Christians Enemy, it expresseth its enmity in its temptations;
3. What, you Are under the temptation of Prosperity. The World is a Christians Enemy, it Expresses its enmity in its temptations;
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4975
the end of all its temptations, is to draw us off from God.
the end of all its temptations, is to draw us off from God.
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4976
Its temptations are of two sorts, either of prosperity or affliction, and both driving at the same end, though in a different way.
Its temptations Are of two sorts, either of Prosperity or affliction, and both driving At the same end, though in a different Way.
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4977
Prosperity allures, entices, and flatters us away from God;
Prosperity allures, entices, and flatters us away from God;
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4978
it steals away our hearts from God, as Absalom stole the hearts of Israel from David, by fair speeches, by its fair and smiling face, thereby drawing us into a neglect and forgetfulness of God, to grow cold and remiss in our duty to God, to let fall our love and affection,
it steals away our hearts from God, as Absalom stole the hearts of Israel from David, by fair Speeches, by its fair and smiling face, thereby drawing us into a neglect and forgetfulness of God, to grow cold and remiss in our duty to God, to let fallen our love and affection,
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and to lay aside our care of Religion.
and to lay aside our care of Religion.
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Afflictions fright us from God, dealing by us as Rabshakeh by Israel, when he sought to get them off from Hezekiah by his threatnings and great words, Isa. 36. If you will not hearken to me, I will make you drink your own piss, and eat your own dung:
Afflictions fright us from God, dealing by us as Rabshakeh by Israel, when he sought to get them off from Hezekiah by his threatenings and great words, Isaiah 36. If you will not harken to me, I will make you drink your own piss, and eat your own dung:
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Afflictions are apt to weary men out of the ways of God, to starve them out of their Religion, to persecute them out of their Consciences, and to make godlinesse too hot for them.
Afflictions Are apt to weary men out of the ways of God, to starve them out of their Religion, to persecute them out of their Consciences, and to make godliness too hight for them.
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The stronger and the more dangerous of these two sorts of temptations, are held to be the temptations of prosperity;
The Stronger and the more dangerous of these two sorts of temptations, Are held to be the temptations of Prosperity;
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the World flatters more from Christ, than ever it can fright from him.
the World flatters more from christ, than ever it can fright from him.
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Now beloved, if you have stood your ground against the former of these temptations, you may with the more confidence encounter the latter:
Now Beloved, if you have stood your ground against the former of these temptations, you may with the more confidence encounter the latter:
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he that hath been holy in prosperity, will be holy in afflictions; he that knoweth how to abound, will the better know how to want; he that hath kept close to God, kept up his affections, kept on his way, against all the fawns and flatteries of the world, his Spirit is not like to be sunk under its frowns and threatnings; The God that hath preserved you from being lull'd asleep by the warm Sun, will also preserve you from being withered by the scorching Sun.
he that hath been holy in Prosperity, will be holy in afflictions; he that Knoweth how to abound, will the better know how to want; he that hath kept close to God, kept up his affections, kept on his Way, against all the fawns and flatteries of the world, his Spirit is not like to be sunk under its frowns and threatenings; The God that hath preserved you from being lulled asleep by the warm Sun, will also preserve you from being withered by the scorching Sun.
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II. Mortifie the flesh with the lusts of it. 'Tis corruption that makes affliction tedious and dangerous.
II Mortify the Flesh with the Lustiest of it. It's corruption that makes affliction tedious and dangerous.
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Unmortified lusts will both make affliction to be the sharper, and also to be the greater temptation.
Unmortified Lustiest will both make affliction to be the sharper, and also to be the greater temptation.
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1. They will make afflictions to be the sharper and more painful.
1. They will make afflictions to be the sharper and more painful.
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A Christian who hath two men in one, the old man and the new, hath two tender parts, which are apt to smart,
A Christian who hath two men in one, the old man and the new, hath two tender parts, which Are apt to smart,
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and to be put to pain at every little thing that offends: his Conscience and his Lust:
and to be put to pain At every little thing that offends: his Conscience and his Lust:
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that which offends Conscience, and makes it smart, is sin;
that which offends Conscience, and makes it smart, is since;
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that which offends Lust, and puts it to pain, is affliction. If Conscience be grown dead,
that which offends Lust, and puts it to pain, is affliction. If Conscience be grown dead,
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and benumb'd, sin never troubles, and if Lust be once dead, afflictions never trouble: kill your lusts, and you at once kill all your adversaries and afflictions.
and benumbed, since never Troubles, and if Lust be once dead, afflictions never trouble: kill your Lustiest, and you At once kill all your Adversaries and afflictions.
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What makes contempt and disgrace so tedious? Why, it is the pride of our hearts.
What makes contempt and disgrace so tedious? Why, it is the pride of our hearts.
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What makes povertie and want so grievous, but the covetousnesse and greedinesse of our hearts: The appetite will be quarrelling that it wants its dainties;
What makes poverty and want so grievous, but the covetousness and greediness of our hearts: The appetite will be quarreling that it Wants its dainties;
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the wanton mind will be vexed, that it's deprived of its gay cloaths, and rich attire;
the wanton mind will be vexed, that it's deprived of its gay clothes, and rich attire;
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carnal fears, and worldly cares, come in with their vexations: kill these lusts, and you give present ease to your hearts;
carnal fears, and worldly Cares, come in with their vexations: kill these Lustiest, and you give present ease to your hearts;
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'tis sin that makes sufferings smart: 2. They hereupon make afflictions to be the greater temptations:
it's since that makes sufferings smart: 2. They hereupon make afflictions to be the greater temptations:
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the more afflictions pain us, the more strongly do they perswade us, to take heed of that which brings them on us,
the more afflictions pain us, the more strongly do they persuade us, to take heed of that which brings them on us,
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and to comply with any thing that will give us ease or relief.
and to comply with any thing that will give us ease or relief.
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Every pang and throb that comes upon us for godlinesse sake, will be clamouring and crying out against it, away with it, away with it:
Every pang and throb that comes upon us for godliness sake, will be clamouring and crying out against it, away with it, away with it:
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this professing, and praying, and precise walking, hath undone me; this Conscience hath broken my back, lost me my Estate, my Liberty, my Friends;
this professing, and praying, and precise walking, hath undone me; this Conscience hath broken my back, lost me my Estate, my Liberty, my Friends;
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bereft me of all my comforts, my credit, my quiet, and created all these fears, and sorrows, and vexations which are upon me.
bereft me of all my comforts, my credit, my quiet, and created all these fears, and sorrows, and vexations which Are upon me.
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Will remitting my zeal, dispensing with Conscience, cast off care, make me whole, and save me all this harm and losse? why then shall I thus torment my self,
Will remitting my zeal, dispensing with Conscience, cast off care, make me Whole, and save me all this harm and loss? why then shall I thus torment my self,
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when I have such a way open to escape all?
when I have such a Way open to escape all?
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Brethren, would you be secure from such temptations? get your lusts slain, which put an edge upon them:
Brothers, would you be secure from such temptations? get your Lustiest slave, which put an edge upon them:
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Cut off all provision from the flesh, that would keep it in heart. Allow not your selves the liberty to live a sensual life, while you have opportunity;
cut off all provision from the Flesh, that would keep it in heart. Allow not your selves the liberty to live a sensual life, while you have opportunity;
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bring your selves under a voluntary restraint; abase your selves, before God hath the abasing of you;
bring your selves under a voluntary restraint; abase your selves, before God hath the abasing of you;
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denie your selves, before God comes to denie you;
deny your selves, before God comes to deny you;
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put the bridle upon your appetites, before God come and puts bonds upon them and you;
put the bridle upon your appetites, before God come and puts bonds upon them and you;
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restrain your selves of your delicates, before God come and shorten you; uncloath your selves of your wanton habits, before God hath the stripping of you;
restrain your selves of your delicates, before God come and shorten you; unclothe your selves of your wanton habits, before God hath the stripping of you;
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starve your lusts to death, that the Lord come not and storm them;
starve your Lustiest to death, that the Lord come not and storm them;
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let tribulations find their hard work done to their hand, and they will lie more easie.
let tribulations find their hard work done to their hand, and they will lie more easy.
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Get your hearts so low, that the contempt of men cannot bring you lower; that the Spoilers cannot make you poorer than your hearts have made you alreadie;
Get your hearts so low, that the contempt of men cannot bring you lower; that the Spoilers cannot make you Poorer than your hearts have made you already;
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give all you have to God, your ease, and your pleasures, and your liberty, and your Estates;
give all you have to God, your ease, and your pleasures, and your liberty, and your Estates;
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give away all you have from lust to God, and then you will be disquieted at whatsoever Messengers he sends to fetch it away.
give away all you have from lust to God, and then you will be disquieted At whatsoever Messengers he sends to fetch it away.
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When this is done, what hurt can tribulation do you? what temptation will it be unto you? You will then dare to follow the Lord against all the world;
When this is done, what hurt can tribulation do you? what temptation will it be unto you? You will then Dare to follow the Lord against all the world;
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you will not fear your Religion will prejudice you; you will not fear losse; you have nothing to lose, all is given away alreadie;
you will not Fear your Religion will prejudice you; you will not Fear loss; you have nothing to loose, all is given away already;
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you will not fear a Prison, your hearts have cerried you thither alreadie;you will not Fear a Prison, your hearts have cerried you thither already;
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you will not fear disgrace or contempt, your hearts have brought you so low, that the pride of men cannot lay you lower;you will not Fear disgrace or contempt, your hearts have brought you so low, that the pride of men cannot lay you lower;
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you will not fear torments, when your flesh is dead, and can feel no pain. III. Be convinced of the dreadfulness of Apostacy, and the misery of Apostates and Back-sliders. Remembur Lots Wife:you will not Fear torments, when your Flesh is dead, and can feel no pain. III. Be convinced of the dreadfulness of Apostasy, and the misery of Apostates and Backsliders. Remembur Lots Wife:
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God hath left us many Pillars of Salt before our eies, to warn us to take heed of looking back. God hath left us many Pillars of Salt before our eyes, to warn us to take heed of looking back.
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Mat. 7. 27. The fall of that House was great, that is, it was a dreadful and terrible fall;
Mathew 7. 27. The fallen of that House was great, that is, it was a dreadful and terrible fallen;
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it was spoken of the house built upon the Sand, which when assaulted by the winds and flouds of persecution, fell;
it was spoken of the house built upon the Sand, which when assaulted by the winds and floods of persecution, fell;
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because it had no foundation, and great or dreadful was the fall of it; a fall from an house to an heap.
Because it had no Foundation, and great or dreadful was the fallen of it; a fallen from an house to an heap.
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Heb. 13. 38. If any man draw back my soul shall have no pleasure in him.
Hebrew 13. 38. If any man draw back my soul shall have no pleasure in him.
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Let him go, take him who will for me; take him World, take him Devil, for I regard• him not.
Let him go, take him who will for me; take him World, take him devil, for I regard• him not.
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Thou maiest go whither thou wilt, that art gone from thy God;
Thou Mayest go whither thou wilt, that art gone from thy God;
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thou must look to thy self, and shift for thy self as thou canst, God hath no further favour for thee;
thou must look to thy self, and shift for thy self as thou Canst, God hath no further favour for thee;
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his soul is loosed from thee.
his soul is loosed from thee.
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Rev. 16. 15. Blessed is he that watcheth and keepeth his garments: (that keepeth his garments ) that is, that keepeth his Faith, his Conscience, his Religion, his holy profession, wherewith he is cloathed;
Rev. 16. 15. Blessed is he that watches and Keepeth his garments: (that Keepeth his garments) that is, that Keepeth his Faith, his Conscience, his Religion, his holy profession, wherewith he is clothed;
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that keepeth them clean, ne polluantur, that hath not defiled his garments; that keepeth them safe, ne cripiantur, that hath not lost his garments;
that Keepeth them clean, ne polluantur, that hath not defiled his garments; that Keepeth them safe, ne cripiantur, that hath not lost his garments;
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that hath neither defiled his Profession, nor lost his Religion and Conscience;
that hath neither defiled his Profession, nor lost his Religion and Conscience;
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he is a blessed man, Revel. 2. and chap. 3. To him that overcometh will I give to eat of the Tree of Life, of the hidden Manna;
he is a blessed man, Revel. 2. and chap. 3. To him that Overcometh will I give to eat of the Tree of Life, of the hidden Manna;
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to sit with me on the Throne. To him that overcometh, that is, that holds out to the end.to fit with me on the Throne. To him that Overcometh, that is, that holds out to the end.
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Hold out, and you overcome, overcome, and you shall reign; overcome and you shall eat of the Tree of Life, and hidden Manna.
Hold out, and you overcome, overcome, and you shall Reign; overcome and you shall eat of the Tree of Life, and hidden Manna.
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Now brethren, if a blessing be the portion of him that keeps his Garments, keeps his Faith,
Now brothers, if a blessing be the portion of him that keeps his Garments, keeps his Faith,
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and keeps his Conscience, what shall be his Portion that hath lost all, and thrown off all? He that hath lost his holy garments hath woven to himself a cloathing of curses, not of blessings;
and keeps his Conscience, what shall be his Portion that hath lost all, and thrown off all? He that hath lost his holy garments hath woven to himself a clothing of curses, not of blessings;
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If he only that overcomes shall sit on the Throne, shall eat of the Tree of Life,
If he only that overcomes shall fit on the Throne, shall eat of the Tree of Life,
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then what shall he eat, or where must he sit that is overcome? He shall eat the fruit of his own doings, of his lyes,
then what shall he eat, or where must he fit that is overcome? He shall eat the fruit of his own doings, of his lies,
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and hypocrisie, and dissembling, he shall feed upon death and wrath;
and hypocrisy, and dissembling, he shall feed upon death and wrath;
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death shall feed upon him, and he shall have nothing else to feed upon, there is meat for him to eat,
death shall feed upon him, and he shall have nothing Else to feed upon, there is meat for him to eat,
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and a place prepared for him, such as it is; his place shall not be on the Throne, but under the Foot-stool.
and a place prepared for him, such as it is; his place shall not be on the Throne, but under the Footstool.
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Now put all this together, and you may see the woful state of Apostate Professors, they are Monuments of Vengeance: Though they have lost their savour, yet they will serve for Pillars of Salt; a standing dread,
Now put all this together, and you may see the woeful state of Apostate Professors, they Are Monuments of Vengeance: Though they have lost their savour, yet they will serve for Pillars of Salt; a standing dread,
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and terror, and warning to others, on whose foreheads is written, Let him that thinks be standeth take heed lest be fall.
and terror, and warning to Others, on whose foreheads is written, Let him that thinks be Stands take heed lest be fallen.
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They are cloathed with curses, must feed upon fire, and have their dwelling under the foot-stool in scorn and everlasting contempt.
They Are clothed with curses, must feed upon fire, and have their Dwelling under the footstool in scorn and everlasting contempt.
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Apostates are the worst of men, Those that have lost their Religion, have lost by their Religion, 2 Pet. 2. 21. Better had it been for them not to have known the way of Righteousness,
Apostates Are the worst of men, Those that have lost their Religion, have lost by their Religion, 2 Pet. 2. 21. Better had it been for them not to have known the Way of Righteousness,
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than having known, to turn from the holy Commandment. than having known, to turn from the holy Commandment.
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Religion, which is a wing to Saints, whereby they rise up into Glory, is become a weight to hypocrites, to sink them so much the deeper in wrath.
Religion, which is a wing to Saints, whereby they rise up into Glory, is become a weight to Hypocrites, to sink them so much the Deeper in wrath.
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Apostates are in the worst case of all men. 1. They are the worst in Gods account.
Apostates Are in the worst case of all men. 1. They Are the worst in God's account.
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The Lord hath a double quarrel with them, not only for being found under the Enemies colours,
The Lord hath a double quarrel with them, not only for being found under the Enemies colours,
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but that ever such varlets should have marched under his colours:
but that ever such varlets should have marched under his colours:
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A quarrel with them for their Profession, for their Prayers, wherein they have but abused his Name and Gospel: God and his waies have suffered from none so much as from Renegado disciples.
A quarrel with them for their Profession, for their Prayers, wherein they have but abused his Name and Gospel: God and his ways have suffered from none so much as from Renegado Disciples.
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2. They are the worst in the account of men, both good men and evil men:
2. They Are the worst in the account of men, both good men and evil men:
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there are none that can speak well of Renegado's;
there Are none that can speak well of Renegado's;
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they are the sorrow of Saints, and the sport of sinners, good mens shame, and evil mens scorn, and the hate of all.
they Are the sorrow of Saints, and the sport of Sinners, good men's shame, and evil men's scorn, and the hate of all.
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3. But especially they are the worst and most miserable of men, considered in themselves, they have not only lost their Religion,
3. But especially they Are the worst and most miserable of men, considered in themselves, they have not only lost their Religion,
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but they have arm'd it against themselves.
but they have armed it against themselves.
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All the profession and prayers that they have made, together with all the hopes, and joys,
All the profession and Prayers that they have made, together with all the hope's, and Joys,
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and comforts that once seemed to grow up out of them;
and comforts that once seemed to grow up out of them;
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the remembrance of them (I mean, when ever they come to remember themselves) will be as many darts in their livers, and stings in their hearts.
the remembrance of them (I mean, when ever they come to Remember themselves) will be as many darts in their livers, and stings in their hearts.
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All their hopes, and joys, and comforts have given up the Ghost, and these ghosts do haunt them and torment them with such thoughts as these.
All their hope's, and Joys, and comforts have given up the Ghost, and these Ghosts do haunt them and torment them with such thoughts as these.
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Wretched creature that I am, where am I? what an exchange have I made? Light for darkness, Wisdom or folly, Righteousness for wickedness, Gain for godliness, Conscience for credit, Heaven for hell!
Wretched creature that I am, where am I? what an exchange have I made? Light for darkness, Wisdom or folly, Righteousness for wickedness, Gain for godliness, Conscience for credit, Heaven for hell!
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I was once, as I thought, in the way of Life, and I had hopes I should have seen life;
I was once, as I Thought, in the Way of Life, and I had hope's I should have seen life;
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I made profession of Religion, and took pleasure in Religion; I walked after the Lord, and the thoughts of God were precious to me;
I made profession of Religion, and took pleasure in Religion; I walked After the Lord, and the thoughts of God were precious to me;
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I found comfort in Christ, I took sweet counsel with the Saints, and went to the house of God with them in company.
I found Comfort in christ, I took sweet counsel with the Saints, and went to the house of God with them in company.
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Sabbaths were a delight, Ordinances were a refreshing to me;
Sabbaths were a delight, Ordinances were a refreshing to me;
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I have tasted of the good Word of God, and the powers of the World to come;
I have tasted of the good Word of God, and the Powers of the World to come;
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and whilst it was thus with me, I had great peace, and was full of hopes that I should once see the goodness of the Lord in the Land of the living.
and while it was thus with me, I had great peace, and was full of hope's that I should once see the Goodness of the Lord in the Land of the living.
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But wo is me, where am I now? How hath my treacherous heart, that I never suspected, turned me aside from God,
But woe is me, where am I now? How hath my treacherous heart, that I never suspected, turned me aside from God,
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and spoiled me of all my hopes and comforts? I must now bid adieu to all: farewel •rofession, farewel Religion; farewel Conscience;
and spoiled me of all my hope's and comforts? I must now bid adieu to all: farewell •rofession, farewell Religion; farewell Conscience;
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farewel Duties, Sabbaths, Ordinances, Saints, the sweet delights I took in them; farewel Joyes and Hopes for ever.
farewell Duties, Sabbaths, Ordinances, Saints, the sweet delights I took in them; farewell Joys and Hope's for ever.
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Welcome Drunkards, Swearers, Lyars, welcome Turk, or Pope, or Devil, I must now be of your side,
Welcome Drunkards, Swearers, Liars, welcome Turk, or Pope, or devil, I must now be of your side,
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and take up my lot with you for ever.
and take up my lot with you for ever.
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Oh whither am I fallen? Study well the misery of such persons, and let that be a warning to you.
O whither am I fallen? Study well the misery of such Persons, and let that be a warning to you.
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IV. Be Circumspect. See that you do not unnecessarily pull sufferings on your selves, especially look to it, that you suffer not as evil doers.
IV. Be Circumspect. See that you do not unnecessarily pull sufferings on your selves, especially look to it, that you suffer not as evil doers.
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If your sin lead you into sufferings, God may leave you in them, and then what is like to become of you?
If your since led you into sufferings, God may leave you in them, and then what is like to become of you?
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There is a suffering for our faults, there is a suffering for our righteousness, without our fault, and there is a suffering for our righteousness through our fault.
There is a suffering for our Faults, there is a suffering for our righteousness, without our fault, and there is a suffering for our righteousness through our fault.
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We sometimes run our selves upon trouble when we need not:
We sometime run our selves upon trouble when we need not:
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as when by our unwary and imprudent managing and ordering our selves in some duties, we lay our selves open to those sufferings, which a little prudence might have prevented.
as when by our unwary and imprudent managing and ordering our selves in Some duties, we lay our selves open to those sufferings, which a little prudence might have prevented.
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We must be wise as well as innocent.
We must be wise as well as innocent.
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Christians should never ordinarily expose themselves to suffering, till God hath so hedg'd up all lawful waies of escape, that they must either suffer or sin.
Christians should never ordinarily expose themselves to suffering, till God hath so hedged up all lawful ways of escape, that they must either suffer or since.
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Be so wary in your course, that you may not faultily suffer for the good that is in you;
Be so wary in your course, that you may not faultily suffer for the good that is in you;
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but especially see to it, that you suffer not as evil-doers, and for the evil that is found in you; to this end be careful.
but especially see to it, that you suffer not as evildoers, and for the evil that is found in you; to this end be careful.
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1. That you speak not, nor do any thing in the matters of Religion rashly.
1. That you speak not, nor do any thing in the matters of Religion rashly.
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'Twas good counsel which the Town-Clark gave the Ephesians, when they were in a tumult and uproar about their Goddesse Diana, Acts 19. 36. Seeing that these things cannot be spoken against, ye ought to be quiet, and to do nothing rashly.
'Twas good counsel which the Town-Clark gave the Ephesians, when they were in a tumult and uproar about their Goddess Diana, Acts 19. 36. Seeing that these things cannot be spoken against, you ought to be quiet, and to do nothing rashly.
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Christians should be considerate and well advised in what they speak or do, should mark and weigh their words and actions themselves, which they know will be so narrowly observed and weighed by others.
Christians should be considerate and well advised in what they speak or do, should mark and weigh their words and actions themselves, which they know will be so narrowly observed and weighed by Others.
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2. That you speak not, nor do, nor refuse to do any thing obstinately, or out of stomack, or animosity.
2. That you speak not, nor do, nor refuse to do any thing obstinately, or out of stomach, or animosity.
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Let your wayes be guided, not by passion, or a spirit of contradiction, but by conscience and meekness of spirit: be not self-willed, let nothing be done through strife, &c. Phil. 2. 3. Be stedfast, but not stubborn; be faithful, but not wilful; be zealous, but not contentious.
Let your ways be guided, not by passion, or a Spirit of contradiction, but by conscience and meekness of Spirit: be not self-willed, let nothing be done through strife, etc. Philip 2. 3. Be steadfast, but not stubborn; be faithful, but not wilful; be zealous, but not contentious.
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3. That you neither do nor suffer any thing out of pride or vain-glory;
3. That you neither doe nor suffer any thing out of pride or vainglory;
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as the Apostle exhorts, Phil. 2. 3. Do nothing, so suffer nothing out of strife or vain glory. Take heed that an affectation of popular applause, of gaining the repute of active Christians, of bold and resolved Christians, be not it that leads you on.
as the Apostle exhorts, Philip 2. 3. Do nothing, so suffer nothing out of strife or vain glory. Take heed that an affectation of popular applause, of gaining the repute of active Christians, of bold and resolved Christians, be not it that leads you on.
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Your pride may cost you much, but will never bear your charge, may bring you into trouble,
Your pride may cost you much, but will never bear your charge, may bring you into trouble,
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but will never bear you out. 4. That you do nothing ignorantly, or upon mistake. Be clear, especially in those things which may be costly.
but will never bear you out. 4. That you do nothing ignorantly, or upon mistake. Be clear, especially in those things which may be costly.
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Study your duty throughly, labour to see your way plain before you; to see the pillar of fire and of the cloud going before you: Give heed to the word of the Scriptures, which is a light to your feet, and a Lanthorn to your steps:
Study your duty thoroughly, labour to see your Way plain before you; to see the pillar of fire and of the cloud going before you: Give heed to the word of the Scriptures, which is a Light to your feet, and a Lantern to your steps:
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Where you are clear you will be bold; but take heed of suffering upon a mistake.
Where you Are clear you will be bold; but take heed of suffering upon a mistake.
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Your troubles will be like to open your eyes, and shew your mistake, and thereby put out your lights, destroy your supports and comforts. 5. Do not suffer unpeaceably.
Your Troubles will be like to open your eyes, and show your mistake, and thereby put out your lights, destroy your supports and comforts. 5. Do not suffer unpeaceably.
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Suffer not for unpeaceableness, and suffer not unpeaceably; be patient and you will be peaceable.
Suffer not for Unpeaceableness, and suffer not unpeaceably; be patient and you will be peaceable.
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Brethren, see that you be thus well advised, meek, humble, peaceable, and clear in the grounds of your sufferings: And then,
Brothers, see that you be thus well advised, meek, humble, peaceable, and clear in the grounds of your sufferings: And then,
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V. Be resolute. Be sure you stand on good ground, and then resolve to stand your ground against all the world.
V. Be resolute. Be sure you stand on good ground, and then resolve to stand your ground against all the world.
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Follow God, and fear not men. Art thou godly? repent not, whatsoever thy Religion cost thee;
Follow God, and Fear not men. Art thou godly? Repent not, whatsoever thy Religion cost thee;
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let sinners repent, but let not Saints repent;
let Sinners Repent, but let not Saints Repent;
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let Saints repent of their faults, but not of their faith, of their iniquities, but not of their Righteousness.
let Saints Repent of their Faults, but not of their faith, of their iniquities, but not of their Righteousness.
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The Psalmist, as holy a man as he was, was almost brought to it, his feet were almost gone, he began to say,
The Psalmist, as holy a man as he was, was almost brought to it, his feet were almost gone, he began to say,
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when he considered the prosperity of the wicked, and his own afflictions, Psal. 73. Verily I have cleansed my heart in vain,
when he considered the Prosperity of the wicked, and his own afflictions, Psalm 73. Verily I have cleansed my heart in vain,
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and washed mine hands in innocency. Look to your selves you that stand, and take heed lest you fall:and washed mine hands in innocency. Look to your selves you that stand, and take heed lest you fallen:
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You that stand in integrity, take heed lest you fall away by your Repentance. Repent not of your righteousness, lest you afterward repent of your repentance.
You that stand in integrity, take heed lest you fallen away by your Repentance. repent not of your righteousness, lest you afterwards Repent of your Repentance.
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Repent not of your righteousness, no, nor of your zeal; or your forwardness, or activity, in the holy wayes of the Lord.
repent not of your righteousness, no, nor of your zeal; or your forwardness, or activity, in the holy ways of the Lord.
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Your zeal, it may be, hath put you in the front of the Battel, where you receive the first and hottest charge of your enemies reproaches and persecutions,
Your zeal, it may be, hath put you in the front of the Battle, where you receive the First and hottest charge of your enemies Reproaches and persecutions,
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when others that have kept them more close, and been more remiss, or hid in the crowd,
when Others that have kept them more close, and been more remiss, or hid in the crowd,
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and more out of gun-shot, yet wish not your selves a step farther back, or a cubit lower in your stature in the Grace of God:
and more out of gunshot, yet wish not your selves a step farther back, or a cubit lower in your stature in the Grace of God:
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Wish not any thing undone, concerning which, God will say, well done. Repent not, and remit not of your zeal; think not of a retreat.
Wish not any thing undone, Concerning which, God will say, well done. repent not, and remit not of your zeal; think not of a retreat.
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Do not as the King of Israel, hide your selves under a disguise; feign not your selves to be worse, in hope to escape the ▪ better;
Do not as the King of Israel, hide your selves under a disguise; feign not your selves to be Worse, in hope to escape thee ▪ better;
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the arrow may find you, though you be hid from the eye.
the arrow may find you, though you be hid from the eye.
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Let not any of you that have been confessors of Christ, return to be only his midnight disciples.
Let not any of you that have been Confessors of christ, return to be only his midnight Disciples.
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Forsake not the Lord till you can find a better Captain, that is, till God cease to be God, till the Lord say, shift for thy self, there is no help for thee in thy God:
Forsake not the Lord till you can find a better Captain, that is, till God cease to be God, till the Lord say, shift for thy self, there is no help for thee in thy God:
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Retreat not from holiness till you are sure you can retreat without loss.
Retreat not from holiness till you Are sure you can retreat without loss.
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Be not false to Religion, till you find it false to you If ever Godliness leave you in the lurch, renounce it and spare not.
Be not false to Religion, till you find it false to you If ever Godliness leave you in the lurch, renounce it and spare not.
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If ever Religion cost you more than it is worth, throw it off as you will.
If ever Religion cost you more than it is worth, throw it off as you will.
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Christians, know when you are well, and hold your own, be not betrayed out of your refuge.
Christians, know when you Are well, and hold your own, be not betrayed out of your refuge.
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If you must suffer, suffer for that which will pay you your charges;
If you must suffer, suffer for that which will pay you your charges;
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suffer not for your sins, but for your Religion; suffer not for the shadow or name, but for the substance of Religion. If any thing in the world will save you harmless in your sufferings,
suffer not for your Sins, but for your Religion; suffer not for the shadow or name, but for the substance of Religion. If any thing in the world will save you harmless in your sufferings,
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and quit the cost of all your expences, it is substantial goodness. If there be any Stigmata L•udis, they are the marks which we bear in our bodies of the Lord Jesus.
and quit the cost of all your expenses, it is substantial Goodness. If there be any Stigmata L•udis, they Are the marks which we bear in our bodies of the Lord jesus.
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If there be any shame that hath a glory in it, it is the reproach of Christ, and the shame that you suffer for his Name.
If there be any shame that hath a glory in it, it is the reproach of christ, and the shame that you suffer for his Name.
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If there be any Cross that is a Crown, it is the Cross of Christ: If there be any Cross that can be undoubtedly called the Cross of Christ, it is the holy Cross, or sufferings for holnesse.
If there be any Cross that is a Crown, it is the Cross of christ: If there be any Cross that can be undoubtedly called the Cross of christ, it is the holy Cross, or sufferings for holnesse.
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Those Martyrs that suffered under the Popish tyranny, for witnessing against the abomination of the Mass, with the rest of their Idolatries and Superstitions, had not a more clear and glorious Cause and Crown than thou hast, who sufferest for the power of Holinesse.
Those Martyrs that suffered under the Popish tyranny, for witnessing against the abomination of the Mass, with the rest of their Idolatries and Superstitions, had not a more clear and glorious Cause and Crown than thou hast, who sufferest for the power of Holiness.
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If there be any thing in the World which God owns, and wherein his honour is nearly concern'd, it is holi•ess. If ever the Divel shewed himself a Devil, it is in his opposing holinesse; if ever he shewed himself a Devil in print, it is in those books of reproaches and scoffs that are written against purity; if ever he shewed himself a Devil in grain, it is when his hands have been dyed with the blood of Saints.
If there be any thing in the World which God owns, and wherein his honour is nearly concerned, it is holi•ess. If ever the devil showed himself a devil, it is in his opposing holiness; if ever he showed himself a devil in print, it is in those books of Reproaches and scoffs that Are written against purity; if ever he showed himself a devil in grain, it is when his hands have been died with the blood of Saints.
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Brethren, if you will resist the Devil, if you will be on the Lords side, be on the side of Holiness. If you will stand to any thing,
Brothers, if you will resist the devil, if you will be on the lords side, be on the side of Holiness. If you will stand to any thing,
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if you will not be whifling, inconsistent, shaken reeds, tossed up and down with every Wind,
if you will not be whifling, inconsistent, shaken reeds, tossed up and down with every Wind,
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if you will fix any where, fix here, upon substantial godlinesse.
if you will fix any where, fix Here, upon substantial godliness.
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This is the great controversie betwixt Heaven and Hell, betwixt the seed of the Woman and the Serpent, betwixt the professing and prophane world, about the substance and power of godliness, some quarrels and contests there are about the shadows and appendants of Religion, matter meerly circumstantial:
This is the great controversy betwixt Heaven and Hell, betwixt the seed of the Woman and the Serpent, betwixt the professing and profane world, about the substance and power of godliness, Some quarrels and contests there Are about the shadows and appendants of Religion, matter merely circumstantial:
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but whatever noise there be made about such things as these, the bottom of the controversie lyes deeper;
but whatever noise there be made about such things as these, the bottom of the controversy lies Deeper;
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it is about the body of Religion, and not the skirts of its garments:
it is about the body of Religion, and not the skirts of its garments:
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it is he that will live godly in Christ Jesus, that doth and must suffer persecution.
it is he that will live godly in christ jesus, that does and must suffer persecution.
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Art thou godly? Fix here, and let this be thy resolution: I live in a World of quarrels and contentions, contentions about shadows and circumstances;
Art thou godly? Fix Here, and let this be thy resolution: I live in a World of quarrels and contentions, contentions about shadows and Circumstances;
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but for such things as these, though I will not defile my self by complying in my practise, with what Conscience complies not,
but for such things as these, though I will not defile my self by complying in my practice, with what Conscience complies not,
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yet I list not to be contentious, nor to perplex my self or others about them.
yet I list not to be contentious, nor to perplex my self or Others about them.
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But by the grace of God, whilst God is a God of holinesse, whilst holinesse is the image and Interest of God,
But by the grace of God, while God is a God of holiness, while holiness is the image and Interest of God,
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whilst these words of the Lord, Be ye holy, follow holiness, live righteously, soberly, and godly in this present World,
while these words of the Lord, Be you holy, follow holiness, live righteously, soberly, and godly in this present World,
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whilst these, and the like words of the Lord, stand un-repeal'd, by the Grace of God I will be a Friend,
while these, and the like words of the Lord, stand unrepealed, by the Grace of God I will be a Friend,
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an Advocate, a Confessor, a practitioner of Holinesse to the end of my days.
an Advocate, a Confessor, a practitioner of Holiness to the end of my days.
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This is my resolution, and in this resolution I commit my self to God, and so come on me what will. FINIS.
This is my resolution, and in this resolution I commit my self to God, and so come on me what will. FINIS.
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PHIL. 4. 9. Those things which you have both learned, and received, and heard, and seen in me, do,
PHILIP. 4. 9. Those things which you have both learned, and received, and herd, and seen in me, do,
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& the God of Peace shall be with you.
& the God of Peace shall be with you.
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WHat the particular Reason of my choice of this Scripture this day is, if you compare my present station, with the intent of the Apostle, in these words, you will easily understand.
WHat the particular Reason of my choice of this Scripture this day is, if you compare my present station, with the intent of the Apostle, in these words, you will Easily understand.
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These words of the Apostle, being part of the close of his Epistle to the Philipiant, are his Valediction, or Farewel to them:
These words of the Apostle, being part of the close of his Epistle to the Philipiant, Are his Valediction, or Farewell to them:
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It is not unknown to you that I must now be parted from you;
It is not unknown to you that I must now be parted from you;
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and I have pitched on this Scripture, to be the Close of my Twenty Years Ministry among you.
and I have pitched on this Scripture, to be the Close of my Twenty years Ministry among you.
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God hath sent me among you to be a Builder, and I have chosen this Text to be an Hammer to fasten,
God hath sent me among you to be a Builder, and I have chosen this Text to be an Hammer to fasten,
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and drive home those Nailes of Instruction and Consolation, which I have been so long endeavouring to enter into you.
and drive home those Nails of Instruction and Consolation, which I have been so long endeavouring to enter into you.
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God hath sent me among you as a Fisherman; and I have chosen these words to be as the closing of the Net. Behold, once more the Net is spread,
God hath sent me among you as a Fisherman; and I have chosen these words to be as the closing of the Net. Behold, once more the Net is spread,
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and I am now making my last Draught;
and I am now making my last Draught;
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and oh that it might have the same good speed, as Peter's last had, Luke 5. 6. It would then pay the Charges, though the Net break.
and o that it might have the same good speed, as Peter's last had, Lycia 5. 6. It would then pay the Charges, though the Net break.
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God hath sent me among you as an Husbandman, to plow and to sow; and I am now come to cover what hath been sown.
God hath sent me among you as an Husbandman, to blow and to sow; and I am now come to cover what hath been sown.
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What is my aim in Preaching, let be yours in Hearing: Oh that both Preacher and Hearers might heartily joyn in this Desire!
What is my aim in Preaching, let be yours in Hearing: O that both Preacher and Hearers might heartily join in this Desire!
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This once more, God speed the Plow. In this Desire and hope I drive on.
This once more, God speed the Blow. In this Desire and hope I drive on.
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In the Text observe, A Precept, A Promise, An Entail of the Promise on the Precept.
In the Text observe, A Precept, A Promise, an Entail of the Promise on the Precept.
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In the Precept we have, 1. An Act; [ Do. ] 2. An Object; [ The things that ye have learned, received, heard, and seen. ]
In the Precept we have, 1. an Act; [ Do. ] 2. an Object; [ The things that you have learned, received, herd, and seen. ]
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The Promise is in these words, [ The God of Peace shall be with you, ]The Promise is in these words, [ The God of Peace shall be with you, ]
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The Entail of the Promise on the Precept, you have in the Connective Particle [ And ] which knits them up together.
The Entail of the Promise on the Precept, you have in the Connective Particle [ And ] which knits them up together.
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Do the Work, and have the Reward; Obey the Precept, and enjoy the Promise;
Do the Work, and have the Reward; Obey the Precept, and enjoy the Promise;
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Do what you have received and heard, and the God of Peace shall be with you. Do what you have received and herd, and the God of Peace shall be with you.
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Be careful of the former, and be not careful about the latter; If the Precept be performed, the Promise shall be made good.
Be careful of the former, and be not careful about the latter; If the Precept be performed, the Promise shall be made good.
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Doct. 1. Christians must be Learners before they can be Doers [ What you have learned, that do. ]Doct. 1. Christians must be Learners before they can be Doers [ What you have learned, that do. ]
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Doct. 2. He hath learned well, that hath learned to do well. Doct. 3. Christians Eyes, as wel as their Ears ▪ 〈 … 〉 Religion:Doct. 2. He hath learned well, that hath learned to do well. Doct. 3. Christians Eyes, as well as their Ears ▪ 〈 … 〉 Religion:
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Or, The Holy Examples 〈 … 〉, should be living Sermons to people• [ What you have see• in me ] Therefore the Apostle •xhorts, Phil. 3. 17. Mark them which so walk,
Or, The Holy Examples 〈 … 〉, should be living Sermons to people• [ What you have see• in me ] Therefore the Apostle •xhorts, Philip 3. 17. Mark them which so walk,
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as you have us for an example; and 1 Cor. 11. 1. Be ye followers of me, as I am of Christ; as you have us for an Exampl; and 1 Cor. 11. 1. Be you followers of me, as I am of christ;
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that is, either, I have been a Follower of Christ, be ye therefore Followers of me;
that is, either, I have been a Follower of christ, be you Therefore Followers of me;
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or else, Be ye Followers of me, as far •orth as I have been a follower of Christ.
or Else, Be you Followers of me, as Far •orth as I have been a follower of christ.
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Those Ministers may go off the Stage with Honour and Co•••, who have left behind them the good Seed of •ou•d Doctrine ▪ and the good savour of an Holy Example.
Those Ministers may go off the Stage with Honour and Co•••, who have left behind them the good Seed of •ou•d Doctrine ▪ and the good savour of an Holy Exampl.
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For mine own part, what my Doctrine and manner of life hath been among you, you are witnesses, and God also.
For mine own part, what my Doctrine and manner of life hath been among you, you Are Witnesses, and God also.
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And however, I have great reason to judge and condemn my self before the Lord,
And however, I have great reason to judge and condemn my self before the Lord,
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and to bewail it, that my Conversation hath been less exemplary and useful, than oh that it had been!
and to bewail it, that my Conversation hath been less exemplary and useful, than o that it had been!
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yet I go off from you with this Testimony upon my heart, that I have not been of those who bind heavy Burthens,
yet I go off from you with this Testimony upon my heart, that I have not been of those who bind heavy Burdens,
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and lay them on other mens shoulders, but will not touch them with one of their fingers;
and lay them on other men's shoulders, but will not touch them with one of their fingers;
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but my endeavour hath been, to press on mine own Soul, and to hold out in my own practice, that Word of Life which I have preached to you;
but my endeavour hath been, to press on mine own Soul, and to hold out in my own practice, that Word of Life which I have preached to you;
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and therefore am bold, in this sence, to exhort you in the words of the Apostle, Be ye followers of me,
and Therefore am bold, in this sense, to exhort you in the words of the Apostle, Be you followers of me,
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as far forth as you have seen me a follower of Christ. as Far forth as you have seen me a follower of christ.
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Doct. 4. Godly Ministers, when they are parting from their People, would fain leave God behind them.Doct. 4. Godly Ministers, when they Are parting from their People, would fain leave God behind them.
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Though it be not unusual, when the Lord sends them away, he goes with them; God and his Messengers, do not seldome take their farewel of people together;
Though it be not unusual, when the Lord sends them away, he Goes with them; God and his Messengers, do not seldom take their farewell of people together;
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yet their earnest desire is, that though they must away, yet the Lord would stay. Doct. 5. Faithful Ministers would be Messengers of Peace, going, as well as coming.
yet their earnest desire is, that though they must away, yet the Lord would stay. Doct. 5. Faithful Ministers would be Messengers of Peace, going, as well as coming.
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As the Apostles first words were to be, Peace be unto you, Math. 10. so some of this Apostles last words were, The God of peace shall be with you.
As the Apostles First words were to be, Peace be unto you, Math. 10. so Some of this Apostles last words were, The God of peace shall be with you.
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Doct. 6. When-ever Ministers part with their People, if they can but leave Godliness in them, they shall certainly leave God with them. Or,Doct. 6. Whenever Ministers part with their People, if they can but leave Godliness in them, they shall Certainly leave God with them. Or,
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Those that obey the Gospel, whatsoever, or whomsoever they want, shall ever be in a peaceful and blessed condition.
Those that obey the Gospel, whatsoever, or whomsoever they want, shall ever be in a peaceful and blessed condition.
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These things do, that is, live in the practice and power of that Doctrine of Godliness, which you have received, and heard; These things do, that is, live in the practice and power of that Doctrine of Godliness, which you have received, and herd;
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and then fear not, the God of Peace shall be with you. This Doctrine I shall fully prove to you, after I have premised,
and then Fear not, the God of Peace shall be with you. This Doctrine I shall Fully prove to you, After I have premised,
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That the Doctrine which I have preached to you, is the Doctrine of Godliness; the sum whereof take in these four particulars:
That the Doctrine which I have preached to you, is the Doctrine of Godliness; the sum whereof take in these four particulars:
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1. That Jesus Christ, who came into the VVorld to save sinners, came also to sanctifie and purge them from their sins.
1. That jesus christ, who Come into the World to save Sinners, Come also to sanctify and purge them from their Sins.
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2. That those that believe in Jesus, must be careful to maintain good works, or to live a Godly Life.
2. That those that believe in jesus, must be careful to maintain good works, or to live a Godly Life.
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That this Godlinesse is not such a flight and easie, and empty thing, as the mistaken VVorld imagine;
That this Godliness is not such a flight and easy, and empty thing, as the mistaken World imagine;
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but stands in an exact conformity of the whole Man, He•••, and Life, to the whole VVill of God.
but Stands in an exact conformity of the Whole Man, He•••, and Life, to the Whole VVill of God.
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4. That as whosoever believe• not in Jesus, so whosoever is short of this true sincere Godliness, cannot be saved.
4. That as whosoever believe• not in jesus, so whosoever is short of this true sincere Godliness, cannot be saved.
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This is the summe of that Doctrine which I have preached unto you;
This is the sum of that Doctrine which I have preached unto you;
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which being the eternal Truth of God, I herein imbarque my own Soul and Life, desiring to be found in that same Jesus,
which being the Eternal Truth of God, I herein embark my own Soul and Life, desiring to be found in that same jesus,
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and to be found walking in that same way of Righteousness, which I have declared unto you.
and to be found walking in that same Way of Righteousness, which I have declared unto you.
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2. That my Design and Aim, in preaching this Doctrine to you, hath been to beget in you,
2. That my Design and Aim, in preaching this Doctrine to you, hath been to beget in you,
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and through the influence and assistance of the Eternal Spirit, to bring you to this true Godliness.
and through the influence and assistance of the Eternal Spirit, to bring you to this true Godliness.
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I have travelled in birth with you, that Christ might be formed in you; that I might leave you possessors and partakers of that Grace which accompanies Salvation;
I have traveled in birth with you, that christ might be formed in you; that I might leave you Possessors' and partakers of that Grace which Accompanies Salvation;
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that your Faith might stand, not in the VVisdome of men, but in the power of God;
that your Faith might stand, not in the VVisdome of men, but in the power of God;
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That your Repentance might be Repentance unto Life, not to be repented of;
That your Repentance might be Repentance unto Life, not to be repented of;
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that you might obey from the heart that Form of Doctrine that hath been delivered unto you;
that you might obey from the heart that From of Doctrine that hath been Delivered unto you;
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that you might stand compleat in all the VVill of God;
that you might stand complete in all the VVill of God;
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that you might be holy and harmless, the Children of God without rebuke, in the midst of a crooked Generation, amongst whom you must shine as Lights in the VVorld, holding forth the VVord of Life;
that you might be holy and harmless, the Children of God without rebuke, in the midst of a crooked Generation, among whom you must shine as Lights in the World, holding forth the Word of Life;
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that being rooted and grounded in love, you might comprehend with all Saints, what is the height and depth,
that being rooted and grounded in love, you might comprehend with all Saints, what is the height and depth,
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and length, and breadth, and might know the love of Christ, which passeth knowledge, and be filled with all the fulnesse of God:
and length, and breadth, and might know the love of christ, which passes knowledge, and be filled with all the fullness of God:
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To this end have I taught every one, and warned every one, that I might present you perfect in Christ Jesus.
To this end have I taught every one, and warned every one, that I might present you perfect in christ jesus.
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3. That as far forth as the success hath answered my Design and aim upon any of your Souls,
3. That as Far forth as the success hath answered my Design and aim upon any of your Souls,
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so far forth stand you entitled to this glorious Promise in the Text, The God of peace shall be with you.
so Far forth stand you entitled to this glorious Promise in the Text, The God of peace shall be with you.
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Look how many Souls there are amongst you that live in the power and obedience of those Truths you have received;
Look how many Souls there Are among you that live in the power and Obedience of those Truths you have received;
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to so many can I with confidence give this Farewel of the Apostles, without Its or Ands, the God of peace shall be with you.
to so many can I with confidence give this Farewell of the Apostles, without Its or Ands, the God of peace shall be with you.
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To whomsoever the Lord hath been a God of Grace, to them will he be a God of Peace. Whoever amongst you have this God of Grace dwelling and ruling in you, shall certainly find this God of peace dwelling and abiding with you:
To whomsoever the Lord hath been a God of Grace, to them will he be a God of Peace. Whoever among you have this God of Grace Dwelling and ruling in you, shall Certainly find this God of peace Dwelling and abiding with you:
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As for all others, though I can heartily make this my parting prayer, The Lord be with you, the God of peace be with you;
As for all Others, though I can heartily make this my parting prayer, The Lord be with you, the God of peace be with you;
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yet I cannot turn this prayer into a Promise, nor give you any assurance, that the God of Peace will be with you.
yet I cannot turn this prayer into a Promise, nor give you any assurance, that the God of Peace will be with you.
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These things premised, I shall now give you the full proof of the Doctrine in the following Reasons.
These things premised, I shall now give you the full proof of the Doctrine in the following Reasons.
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The Doctrine you remember is, Those that obey the Gospel, whatsoever, or whomsoever they want, shall ever be in a peaceful and blessed Condition.
The Doctrine you Remember is, Those that obey the Gospel, whatsoever, or whomsoever they want, shall ever be in a peaceful and blessed Condition.
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The Reasons are, 1. The God of peace shall be with them. 2. If God be with them, all things whatsoever befall them, shall make for their good.
The Reasons Are, 1. The God of peace shall be with them. 2. If God be with them, all things whatsoever befall them, shall make for their good.
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Reas. 1. The God of Peace shall be with them; these things do, live in the obedience of the holy Doctrine which you have received,Reas. 1. The God of Peace shall be with them; these things do, live in the Obedience of the holy Doctrine which you have received,
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and the God of Peace shall be with you. This glorious Promise is pregnant with all the blessings that Heaven and Earth can afford.
and the God of Peace shall be with you. This glorious Promise is pregnant with all the blessings that Heaven and Earth can afford.
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If you ask, why, what is there in it? I demand of you, What is there in God? God is in the Promise, all that is in God, is here assured to the Godly.
If you ask, why, what is there in it? I demand of you, What is there in God? God is in the Promise, all that is in God, is Here assured to the Godly.
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The Philosophers of old attained to some glimmerings of the excellencies that are in God, by these 3. wayes.
The Philosophers of old attained to Some glimmerings of the excellencies that Are in God, by these 3. ways.
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1. Per viam Negationis, conceiving of him as a Being, removed from all things, signifying imperfection:
1. Per viam Negationis, conceiving of him as a Being, removed from all things, signifying imperfection:
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as ignorance, impotence, iniquity, corruptibility, composition, alteration, or any limits or bounds of this Essence, Power and Glory.
as ignorance, impotence, iniquity, corruptibility, composition, alteration, or any Limits or bounds of this Essence, Power and Glory.
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2. Per viam causalitatis, conceiving of him, as the Fountain of all other Beings;
2. Per viam causalitatis, conceiving of him, as the Fountain of all other Beings;
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and thence concluding, that whatsoever Excellencies, or perfections are scattered up and down in the whole Creation, are all united in him, from whom they had their Originall.
and thence concluding, that whatsoever Excellencies, or perfections Are scattered up and down in the Whole Creation, Are all united in him, from whom they had their Original.
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3. Per viam eminentiae, by way of Excellency;
3. Per viam eminentiae, by Way of Excellency;
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so that whatever perfections, whatever goodness is to be found in any Creature, though it be not to be found in God, formaliter, yet there is that in him (he being the first cause of all) that doth infinitely, superabundantly answer them all.
so that whatever perfections, whatever Goodness is to be found in any Creature, though it be not to be found in God, formaliter, yet there is that in him (he being the First cause of all) that does infinitely, superabundantly answer them all.
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Though there be not the same Specifick Excellencies in him, nor those very pleasures and delights issuing from him, which the creatures yield;
Though there be not the same Specific Excellencies in him, nor those very pleasures and delights issuing from him, which the creatures yield;
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yet there are such Excellencies, such perfections as transcend and surpasse them all. The Scripture tells us more positively, and plainly;
yet there Are such Excellencies, such perfections as transcend and surpass them all. The Scripture tells us more positively, and plainly;
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that God is Almighty, Omniscient, Omnipresent, Infinite, Eternal, Unchangeable, All-sufficient, Holy, Righteous, Gracious;
that God is Almighty, Omniscient, Omnipresent, Infinite, Eternal, Unchangeable, All-sufficient, Holy, Righteous, Gracious;
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the Portion, the Protection, the Rewarder, yea the exceeding great Reward of them that diligently seek him.
the Portion, the Protection, the Rewarder, yea the exceeding great Reward of them that diligently seek him.
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And this is he, that is in the promise, God is in the promise. I must not enlarge in this spacious Field;
And this is he, that is in the promise, God is in the promise. I must not enlarge in this spacious Field;
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I shall keep nearer the Text, and shall confine my self to these four particulars.
I shall keep nearer the Text, and shall confine my self to these four particulars.
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1. God is in the Promise as the God of Peace, as the Authour and bestower of Peace.
1. God is in the Promise as the God of Peace, as the Author and bestower of Peace.
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The greatest of Blessings, is the Blessing of Peace, Peace hath all blessings included in it.
The greatest of Blessings, is the Blessing of Peace, Peace hath all blessings included in it.
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It hath possession, fruition, and security; it hath plenty, pleasure and safety:
It hath possession, fruition, and security; it hath plenty, pleasure and safety:
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where there's no peace, there's no security for the holding, nor opportunity of enjoying what we have.
where there's no peace, there's no security for the holding, nor opportunity of enjoying what we have.
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Whatever we have, we have it as if we had it not. Peace is the greatest of Blessings.
Whatever we have, we have it as if we had it not. Peace is the greatest of Blessings.
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Peace with God is the most glorious of Peace.
Peace with God is the most glorious of Peace.
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What is there that's excellent, what is there that's desirable, that is not comprehended in this Peace with God? Where there's Peace, there's Pardon: guilt cannot consist with this Peace;
What is there that's excellent, what is there that's desirable, that is not comprehended in this Peace with God? Where there's Peace, there's Pardon: guilt cannot consist with this Peace;
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being justified by Faith, we have peace with God. Where there's Peace there's Grace, and holiness:being justified by Faith, we have peace with God. Where there's Peace there's Grace, and holiness:
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there's no Peace saith my God, to the wicked. Where there's Peace there's Love, and good will.there's no Peace Says my God, to the wicked. Where there's Peace there's Love, and good will.
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As love, so peace is the union no lesse then this; the Almighty God bears you good will.
As love, so peace is the Union no less then this; the Almighty God bears you good will.
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These two, peace and good will, are Twins: On earth peace, good will towards men. Where there's peace, there's life, everlasting ife;
These two, peace and good will, Are Twins: On earth peace, good will towards men. Where there's peace, there's life, everlasting ife;
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Internal, is the seed of eternal peace.
Internal, is the seed of Eternal peace.
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This peace is a Portion; peace with God is our possession of the God of Peace.
This peace is a Portion; peace with God is our possession of the God of Peace.
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This Peace is a Sanctuary; if the God of Peace be with us, the Peace of God will keep our hearts.
This Peace is a Sanctuary; if the God of Peace be with us, the Peace of God will keep our hearts.
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Christians, in the World you must have trouble;Christians, in the World you must have trouble;
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suppose you have, yet in him you shall have peace, who hath overcome the World, Isa. 26. 5. Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace (in peace, peace,
suppose you have, yet in him you shall have peace, who hath overcome the World, Isaiah 26. 5. Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace (in peace, peace,
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as 'tis in the Original.) whose mind is stayed on thee.
as it's in the Original.) whose mind is stayed on thee.
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Psal. 85. 8. I will hear what the Lord God will speak, he will speak peace to the People, and to his Saints.
Psalm 85. 8. I will hear what the Lord God will speak, he will speak peace to the People, and to his Saints.
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What a clattering is there in the World? what tumults, and commotions are raised about the followers of Christ,
What a clattering is there in the World? what tumults, and commotions Are raised about the followers of christ,
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as if the World were falling about their eares? The Devil speaks wrath, evil men speak death, and bonds to them;
as if the World were falling about their ears? The devil speaks wrath, evil men speak death, and bonds to them;
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breathing out threatnings, reproaches, persecutions against them.
breathing out threatenings, Reproaches, persecutions against them.
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In the midst of all this fearful noise, I'le hearken, saith the Psalmist, what the Lord God will speak.
In the midst of all this fearful noise, I'll harken, Says the Psalmist, what the Lord God will speak.
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Whatsoever men or Devils speak, I'le hearken if the Lord God speak at the same rate.
Whatsoever men or Devils speak, I'll harken if the Lord God speak At the same rate.
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Oh no, he will speak peace to his Saints:
O no, he will speak peace to his Saints:
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Let the Sons of contention do what they can, the Sons of God shall be the Sons of Peace;
Let the Sons of contention do what they can, the Sons of God shall be the Sons of Peace;
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they shall live in peace, they shall dye in peace, they shall dwell in peace for ever, Isa. 32. 17, 18. The Work of Righteousness shall be Peace,
they shall live in peace, they shall die in peace, they shall dwell in peace for ever, Isaiah 32. 17, 18. The Work of Righteousness shall be Peace,
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and the effect of Righteousness shall be quietness and assurance for ever.
and the Effect of Righteousness shall be quietness and assurance for ever.
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And my People shall dwell in a peaceable Habitation, and in sure dwellings, and in quiet resting places: And my People shall dwell in a peaceable Habitation, and in sure dwellings, and in quiet resting places:
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Oh how great is the peace that they have who love thy Law. Christians fear not to follow God:
O how great is the peace that they have who love thy Law. Christians Fear not to follow God:
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let not that sad word, nor the fulfilling of it, scare you out of your duty, All that will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer Persecution.
let not that sad word, nor the fulfilling of it, scare you out of your duty, All that will live godly in christ jesus shall suffer Persecution.
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What if they do? whilst you are able to say, I am persecuted, but I have peace;
What if they do? while you Are able to say, I am persecuted, but I have peace;
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I am poor, but I have peace; In a Prison, but I have peace; in a Wilderness, but I have peace;
I am poor, but I have peace; In a Prison, but I have peace; in a Wilderness, but I have peace;
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though all the World be against me, God is at peace, my Soul is in peace;
though all the World be against me, God is At peace, my Soul is in peace;
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what discouragement should all that be to you?
what discouragement should all that be to you?
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2. He that is the God of peace, is the God of power. He promises peace,
2. He that is the God of peace, is the God of power. He promises peace,
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and he promises no more than he can perform. He can create peace, he can make their enemies to be at peace with them.
and he promises no more than he can perform. He can create peace, he can make their enemies to be At peace with them.
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He can make a league for them, with the Beasts of the field; with the Lions, with the Wolves, with the most brutish among the people.
He can make a league for them, with the Beasts of the field; with the Lions, with the Wolves, with the most brutish among the people.
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He can say to the proud Winds and Waves, peace, be still, and they obey him.
He can say to the proud Winds and Waves, peace, be still, and they obey him.
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He can give them rest [ from ] the dayes of adversitie: he can give them rest [ in ] the dayes of adversity:
He can give them rest [ from ] the days of adversity: he can give them rest [ in ] the days of adversity:
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he can give his Beloved sleep, upon the points of Swords and Spears.
he can give his beloved sleep, upon the points of Swords and Spears.
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3. He that is the God of peace, is the God of patience. This is my great fear, that though God gives,
3. He that is the God of peace, is the God of patience. This is my great Fear, that though God gives,
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yet I shall break my peace; The God of peace with me? oh! this is he whom I dishonour, and disoblige daily;
yet I shall break my peace; The God of peace with me? o! this is he whom I dishonour, and disoblige daily;
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by my distrusts, discontents, impatiencies, murmurings, and what peace to such an hearr? what peace,
by my distrusts, discontents, impatiences, murmurings, and what peace to such an hearr? what peace,
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so long as such unbelief, so much iniquity, as I find daily within me, remaines upon me? Will he, with whom no iniquity can dwell, dwell in that heart, where there is so much iniquity, by which he is provoked every day!
so long as such unbelief, so much iniquity, as I find daily within me, remains upon me? Will he, with whom no iniquity can dwell, dwell in that heart, where there is so much iniquity, by which he is provoked every day!
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but he that is the God of peace is also the God of patience;
but he that is the God of peace is also the God of patience;
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who though he will not bear the iniquities of his adversaries, yet he will bear much with the infirmities of his People.
who though he will not bear the iniquities of his Adversaries, yet he will bear much with the infirmities of his People.
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Psal. 89. 30. &c. If his Children forsake my Law, and walk not in my Judgements;
Psalm 89. 30. etc. If his Children forsake my Law, and walk not in my Judgments;
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if they breake my Statutes, and keep not my Commandements; then will I visit their transgressions with a Rod, and their iniquities with stripes.
if they break my Statutes, and keep not my commandments; then will I visit their transgressions with a Rod, and their iniquities with stripes.
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Nevertheless, my loving kindness will I not utterly take from him, nor suffer my faithfulness to fail. Nevertheless, my loving kindness will I not utterly take from him, nor suffer my faithfulness to fail.
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4. He that is the God of peace, is the God of hope. I have not peace in possession, whatever there be in the promise.
4. He that is the God of peace, is the God of hope. I have not peace in possession, whatever there be in the promise.
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I live in the fire, am born a man of contention.
I live in the fire, am born a man of contention.
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What likelyhood is there, that I should ever live to see a good day? my comforts are broken, my Estate is lost, my libertie is gone;
What likelihood is there, that I should ever live to see a good day? my comforts Are broken, my Estate is lost, my liberty is gone;
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friends I have none, enemies I have many, and migh•ty, I dwell in M•sech, I have my habitation in the Tents of Kedar; I am for peace, they are for War:
Friends I have none, enemies I have many, and migh•ty, I dwell in M•sech, I have my habitation in the Tents of Kedar; I am for peace, they Are for War:
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whither ever I look, round about me, before me, behind me, on the right hand, or on the left, all speaks trouble and terrour to me. I have no peace;
whither ever I look, round about me, before me, behind me, on the right hand, or on the left, all speaks trouble and terror to me. I have no peace;
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What, no• no hop• of peace neither? where is thy God ma•? hast thou a God in thee,
What, no• no hop• of peace neither? where is thy God ma•? hast thou a God in thee,
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and yet no hope in thee? the God of peace, and yet no peace! the God of hope, and yet no hope!
and yet no hope in thee? the God of peace, and yet no peace! the God of hope, and yet no hope!
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the God of hope will yet fill thee with joy and peace in believing, Rom. 15. 13. Why art thou cast down oh my soul? and why art thou disquieted within me? hope in God,
the God of hope will yet fill thee with joy and peace in believing, Rom. 15. 13. Why art thou cast down o my soul? and why art thou disquieted within me? hope in God,
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for I shall yet praise him, who is the health of my Countenance, and my God, Psal. 43. 11. The God of hope will open a Window of hope in the darkest times, a door of hope in the most desperate cases.for I shall yet praise him, who is the health of my Countenance, and my God, Psalm 43. 11. The God of hope will open a Window of hope in the Darkest times, a door of hope in the most desperate cases.
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The God of hope will bear up the spirits of his Saints, in hope against hope;
The God of hope will bear up the spirits of his Saints, in hope against hope;
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and this hope will never disappoynt them.
and this hope will never disappoint them.
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It shall never be said, there is no peace, there is no hope, till it can be said, there is no God in Israel.
It shall never be said, there is no peace, there is no hope, till it can be said, there is no God in Israel.
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But how, or in what sence, is it to be understood, that this God of peace will be with us. I answer in three particulars.
But how, or in what sense, is it to be understood, that this God of peace will be with us. I answer in three particulars.
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1. The heart of God will be with you Joseph's blessing, the good will of him that dwelt in the Bush, will be thy portion, Deut. 33. what was the Bush? the Church, or Israel of God.
1. The heart of God will be with you Joseph's blessing, the good will of him that dwelled in the Bush, will be thy portion, Deuteronomy 33. what was the Bush? the Church, or Israel of God.
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What case was the Bush in? 'twas all in a light fire, 'twas all in a flame.
What case was the Bush in? 'twas all in a Light fire, 'twas all in a flame.
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VVho was it that dwelt in the Bush? God was in the Bush; and that kept it from consuming, though not from burning.
Who was it that dwelled in the Bush? God was in the Bush; and that kept it from consuming, though not from burning.
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The good will of this God shall be with thee: his love, his favour, his care.
The good will of this God shall be with thee: his love, his favour, his care.
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I love them that love me, Prov. 8. 17. The Lord loveth the Righteous, Psal. 146. 8. The Love of God is the womb of all good.I love them that love me, Curae 8. 17. The Lord loves the Righteous, Psalm 146. 8. The Love of God is the womb of all good.
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Hence sprang the morning Star, from the love of God came the Son of God: hence came that womb of the Morning, the blessed Gospel;
Hence sprang the morning Star, from the love of God Come the Son of God: hence Come that womb of the Morning, the blessed Gospel;
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which is so big with glorious grace; with Light, Life, Pardon, Peace, Glory, Immortality; from the love of God came the glorious Gospel of God.
which is so big with glorious grace; with Light, Life, Pardon, Peace, Glory, Immortality; from the love of God Come the glorious Gospel of God.
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The upper Springs, all spiritual and heavenly blessings:The upper Springs, all spiritual and heavenly blessings:
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the neither springs, all earthly and outward blessings do all rise, and bubble up out of this Fountain, the love of God. The precious things of Heaven, the precious fruits brought forth by the Sun:
the neither springs, all earthly and outward blessings do all rise, and bubble up out of this Fountain, the love of God. The precious things of Heaven, the precious fruits brought forth by the Sun:
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the precious Fruits put forth by the Moon; the chief things of the ancient Mountains, the precious things of the lasting Hills;
the precious Fruits put forth by the Moon; the chief things of the ancient Mountains, the precious things of the lasting Hills;
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the precious things of the Earth, and the fulness thereof: All these flow in with the good will of him that dwelt in the Bush. Love is all;the precious things of the Earth, and the fullness thereof: All these flow in with the good will of him that dwelled in the Bush. Love is all;
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the Apostle tells us, Rom. 13. our love to God is the fulfilling of the Law; that is, it will bring forth all that to God, all that duty,
the Apostle tells us, Rom. 13. our love to God is the fulfilling of the Law; that is, it will bring forth all that to God, all that duty,
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and obedience, which the Law requires.
and Obedience, which the Law requires.
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I may tell you, that Gods love to us, is the fulfilling of the Gospel: that is, it will powre down all that upon us, it will do all that for us, which the Gospel promises. Look over the whole Gospel;
I may tell you, that God's love to us, is the fulfilling of the Gospel: that is, it will pour down all that upon us, it will do all that for us, which the Gospel promises. Look over the Whole Gospel;
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read, and study every precious leaf, and line of that blessed Book:
read, and study every precious leaf, and line of that blessed Book:
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and if there be enough in all that to make thee blessed, and to encourage thee on in thy holy course, all this is thine.
and if there be enough in all that to make thee blessed, and to encourage thee on in thy holy course, all this is thine.
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Thou hast that love of God with thee, which will fulfil the Gospel: there shall not one jot or tittle fail thee, of all that the Gospel promises.
Thou hast that love of God with thee, which will fulfil the Gospel: there shall not one jot or tittle fail thee, of all that the Gospel promises.
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The zeal of the Lord of Hosts will perform this, Isa. 9. 7. 2. The help of God will be with you, the Lord will be your helper in the day of your distresse.The zeal of the Lord of Hosts will perform this, Isaiah 9. 7. 2. The help of God will be with you, the Lord will be your helper in the day of your distress.
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Heb. 13. 5, 6. He hath said, I will never leave thee nor forsake thee.
Hebrew 13. 5, 6. He hath said, I will never leave thee nor forsake thee.
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So that we may boldly say, The Lord is my helper, I will not fear what man can do unto me.
So that we may boldly say, The Lord is my helper, I will not Fear what man can do unto me.
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He hath said, I will not leave thee:
He hath said, I will not leave thee:
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and therefore we may say, I will not fear: He hath said, I will be, and therefore we may boldly say, the Lord is my Helper:
and Therefore we may say, I will not Fear: He hath said, I will be, and Therefore we may boldly say, the Lord is my Helper:
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He hath said, he will not forsake, he will help;
He hath said, he will not forsake, he will help;
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and who is he that shall say, There is no help for thee i• thy God.
and who is he that shall say, There is no help for thee i• thy God.
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There's no man, whose Case may not be so desperate, as to be above all humane help.
There's no man, whose Case may not be so desperate, as to be above all humane help.
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If he should cry out, as the woman to the King of Israel; Help O King;
If he should cry out, as the woman to the King of Israel; Help Oh King;
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the King must answer, If the Lord do not help thee, whence shall I help thee? If he should cry out, Help O Man of God:
the King must answer, If the Lord do not help thee, whence shall I help thee? If he should cry out, Help Oh Man of God:
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the Man of God must answer, If the Lord do not help thee, whence shall I help thee? If he cry out, Help O my Friends, my Wit, my Policy, my Purse;
the Man of God must answer, If the Lord do not help thee, whence shall I help thee? If he cry out, Help Oh my Friends, my Wit, my Policy, my Purse;
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all these must answer, If the Lord do not help thee, whence shall we help thee? But what case is there, wherein an [ Help Lord ] will not do?
all these must answer, If the Lord do not help thee, whence shall we help thee? But what case is there, wherein an [ Help Lord ] will not do?
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Foolish men count their case desperate, when they come to their [ God help ] that's an usual expression, to set forth the extreamity and helplesness of any mans case.
Foolish men count their case desperate, when they come to their [ God help ] that's an usual expression, to Set forth the extremity and Helplessness of any men case.
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When we see men even lost in any misery, and their case even utterly hopeless,
When we see men even lost in any misery, and their case even utterly hopeless,
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then to signifie our sense of such mens lost condition, we cry out, God help that man, God help that woman, they are lost Creatures.
then to signify our sense of such men's lost condition, we cry out, God help that man, God help that woman, they Are lost Creatures.
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I, but if men did understand and consider what the help of the Lord is, they would see there could be no case so desperate,
I, but if men did understand and Consider what the help of the Lord is, they would see there could be no case so desperate,
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but an Help Lord, might recover all: 1 Sam. 30. 6. when David was greatly distressed,
but an Help Lord, might recover all: 1 Sam. 30. 6. when David was greatly distressed,
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and all was gone, He encouraged himself in the Lord his God. Consider here two things.
and all was gone, He encouraged himself in the Lord his God. Consider Here two things.
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1. What his Case then was; he was in great distress; he had lost all that ever he had;
1. What his Case then was; he was in great distress; he had lost all that ever he had;
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his spoyls that he had taken were all gone, his Corn, and his Cattel, his Wives,
his spoils that he had taken were all gone, his Corn, and his Cattle, his Wives,
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and his City were all lost; he had not an habitation in all the World;
and his city were all lost; he had not an habitation in all the World;
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he had nothing left him but a poor Army, and these were worse than lost, they were even ready to fall upon him:
he had nothing left him but a poor Army, and these were Worse than lost, they were even ready to fallen upon him:
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The people spake of stoning him, but he encouraged himself in the Lord his God. 2. What the event hereupon was; The people spoke of stoning him, but he encouraged himself in the Lord his God. 2. What the event hereupon was;
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why God help'd him to all he had again: vers. 19. There was nothing lacking to them, neither small nor great, neither sons, nor daughters;why God helped him to all he had again: vers. 19. There was nothing lacking to them, neither small nor great, neither Sons, nor daughters;
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neither spoyl, nor anything they had taken, David recovered all. Hence note,
neither spoil, nor anything they had taken, David recovered all. Hence note,
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1. That a Christian, when he hath lost all, hath yet a God to go to at last.
1. That a Christian, when he hath lost all, hath yet a God to go to At last.
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2. Whilest a Christian hath a God to go to, his case is never desperate; let him but encourage himself in his God, and all will be recovered.
2. Whilst a Christian hath a God to go to, his case is never desperate; let him but encourage himself in his God, and all will be recovered.
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Sinners, triumph not over the poor people of God;
Sinners, triumph not over the poor people of God;
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when they are at their worst, when they are brought as low as your Pride and malice can lay them;
when they Are At their worst, when they Are brought as low as your Pride and malice can lay them;
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though they should be stript naked, and left destitute of all their comforts, though all the World should ride on their backs,
though they should be stripped naked, and left destitute of all their comforts, though all the World should ride on their backs,
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and tread on their necks, yet rejoyce not against them:
and tread on their necks, yet rejoice not against them:
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though they fall, they shall arise, when they are at their worst, there's still help for them in their God.
though they fallen, they shall arise, when they Are At their worst, there's still help for them in their God.
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3. The Presence of the Lord shall be with them. Whither soever they may be scattered, they shall not be scattered from their God.
3. The Presence of the Lord shall be with them. Whither soever they may be scattered, they shall not be scattered from their God.
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That Promise made to Moses, Exod. 33. 14. My presence shall go with thee, belongs to all 〈 ◊ 〉 Israel of God.
That Promise made to Moses, Exod 33. 14. My presence shall go with thee, belongs to all 〈 ◊ 〉 Israel of God.
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[ My presence ] in the Original 'tis my face; in the Septuagint, my self shall go with thee.
[ My presence ] in the Original it's my face; in the septuagint, my self shall go with thee.
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The presence of God is either, General, or Special.
The presence of God is either, General, or Special.
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By his general presence, he is every where: 1. Per Essentiam, he fills all things. 2. Per Cognitionem, he beholds all things. 3. Per Sustentationem, he upholds all things. 4. Per Dominium, he governs all things.
By his general presence, he is every where: 1. Per Essentiam, he fills all things. 2. Per Cognitionem, he beholds all things. 3. Per Sustentationem, he upholds all things. 4. Per Dominium, he governs all things.
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But to let this pass as not so proper to our purpose.
But to let this pass as not so proper to our purpose.
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2. There is his Special or his gracious Presence, whereby he manifests himself to be with his people.
2. There is his Special or his gracious Presence, whereby he manifests himself to be with his people.
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1. In some visible and standing tokens of his presence; as in those extraordinary, the Pillars of the Cloud, and of the Fire:
1. In Some visible and standing tokens of his presence; as in those extraordinary, the Pillars of the Cloud, and of the Fire:
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and in those ordinary, the Ark and the Temple, of old, and the Ordinances of the Gospel now.
and in those ordinary, the Ark and the Temple, of old, and the Ordinances of the Gospel now.
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2. In some inward influences, and irradiations, upon the hearts of his people. 3. In some visible and signall effects of this presence, whereof there are very many.
2. In Some inward influences, and irradiations, upon the hearts of his people. 3. In Some visible and signal effects of this presence, whereof there Are very many.
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There are, amongst others, these two notable effects of Gods gracious presence; which his People, by vertue of this Promise, may with confidence expect, Conduction, Covering:
There Are, among Others, these two notable effects of God's gracious presence; which his People, by virtue of this Promise, may with confidence expect, Conduction, Covering:
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they shall be Led in their way, and they shall be Hid in their way. 1. Conduction;
they shall be Led in their Way, and they shall be Hid in their Way. 1. Conduction;
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The Lord will be with them, to lead them and guide them in the way that they should go. The Lord will be with them, to led them and guide them in the Way that they should go.
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Psal. 25. 9, 12. The Meek will he guide in Judgement, the meek will he teach in his way, Psal. 107. 7. He led them forth by the right way, that they might go to a City of habitation, Psal. 5. 8. Lead me, O Lord, in thy righteousness,
Psalm 25. 9, 12. The Meek will he guide in Judgement, the meek will he teach in his Way, Psalm 107. 7. He led them forth by the right Way, that they might go to a city of habitation, Psalm 5. 8. Led me, Oh Lord, in thy righteousness,
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because of mine Enemies, make thy way strait before my face.
Because of mine Enemies, make thy Way strait before my face.
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The Lord leads his people in their way, chiefly by his Word, which is a Light to their feet,
The Lord leads his people in their Way, chiefly by his Word, which is a Light to their feet,
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and a Lanthorn to their paths:
and a Lantern to their paths:
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And sometimes also by his Providences, hedging up all by-wayes, and leaving but one way open to them, that hath the least appearance of the way of God.
And sometime also by his Providences, hedging up all byways, and leaving but one Way open to them, that hath the least appearance of the Way of God.
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So ordering the matter that any other way that is before them, looks with too foul a face, to leave any doubt upon them,
So ordering the matter that any other Way that is before them, looks with too foul a face, to leave any doubt upon them,
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whether that be the way of God or nor. It's never uncomfortable to the people of God, while they see their way before them:
whither that be the Way of God or nor. It's never uncomfortable to the people of God, while they see their Way before them:
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Doubts about their way, are more perplexing, than dangers in their way.Doubts about their Way, Are more perplexing, than dangers in their Way.
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When they know what God would have them do, they can chearfully trust in him for any thing they are like to suffer.
When they know what God would have them doe, they can cheerfully trust in him for any thing they Are like to suffer.
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Dost thou meet with Wolves or Lions in thy way? thou maist blesse God 'tis there thou meetest them, 'twould be ill meeting them else-where.
Dost thou meet with Wolves or Lions in thy Way? thou Mayest bless God it's there thou meetest them, 'twould be ill meeting them elsewhere.
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2. Covering or Protection in their way, Psal. 31. 20. Thou shalt hide them in the secret of thy presence, from the pride of man;
2. Covering or Protection in their Way, Psalm 31. 20. Thou shalt hide them in the secret of thy presence, from the pride of man;
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thou shall keep them secretly in a pavilion, from the strife of tongues. [ Thou shalt hide them in thy presence ] or face;thou shall keep them secretly in a pavilion, from the strife of tongues. [ Thou shalt hide them in thy presence ] or face;
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thy light shall be their dark place to cover them:
thy Light shall be their dark place to cover them:
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Thou art my hiding place, Psal. 32. 7. [ In the secret of thy presence ] the Saints hiding place is a secret:Thou art my hiding place, Psalm 32. 7. [ In the secret of thy presence ] the Saints hiding place is a secret:
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Such, where neither the pride of man can find them, nor can they understand what it is.
Such, where neither the pride of man can find them, nor can they understand what it is.
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Reproaches shall not find them, persecutions shall not find them, whose Souls are hid in God;
Reproaches shall not find them, persecutions shall not find them, whose Souls Are hid in God;
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they are not found, when they are found;
they Are not found, when they Are found;
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they are hid when they seem to lye most open, and most exposed to mens will, and lust.
they Are hid when they seem to lie most open, and most exposed to men's will, and lust.
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Sinners do not understand what refuge the Saints have in God. It is a great secret, a Mystery to them:
Sinners do not understand what refuge the Saints have in God. It is a great secret, a Mystery to them:
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as the joy of the Saints, the comforts of the Saints, are a secret; A stranger, shall not meddle with his joy:
as the joy of the Saints, the comforts of the Saints, Are a secret; A stranger, shall not meddle with his joy:
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So is their safety or security; they do not understand what kind, nor how great security;
So is their safety or security; they do not understand what kind, nor how great security;
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what sure, nor what sweet repose, the Saints find in God.
what sure, nor what sweet repose, the Saints find in God.
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The secret of Gods presence is a sure, and a sweet resting place, for all his Saints;
The secret of God's presence is a sure, and a sweet resting place, for all his Saints;
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but how sure, and how sweet, no man knows, but they that enjoy it.
but how sure, and how sweet, no man knows, but they that enjoy it.
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The secret intimations of the care of God for them, of his everlasting kindness to them;
The secret intimations of the care of God for them, of his everlasting kindness to them;
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of his governing hand in all that befalls them, working it to their greater good; the secret supports and refreshings darted in, as the beams of his Countenance;
of his governing hand in all that befalls them, working it to their greater good; the secret supports and refreshings darted in, as the beams of his Countenance;
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their secret sence, that their head, their main, is in safety, though they have bruises in their heel, will yield such rest in the day of greatest adversity,
their secret sense, that their head, their main, is in safety, though they have bruises in their heel, will yield such rest in the day of greatest adversity,
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as men can neither see, nor take from them.
as men can neither see, nor take from them.
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The Pillar of the Cloud interposed, did both hinder the Egyptians pursuit, and hide from their eyes the comfort of that Light which shined upon the Camp of Israel. Moses knew what the comfort of Gods presence meant,
The Pillar of the Cloud interposed, did both hinder the egyptians pursuit, and hide from their eyes the Comfort of that Light which shined upon the Camp of Israel. Moses knew what the Comfort of God's presence meant,
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when he said, Exod. 33. 15. If thy presence go not with us, carry us not hence.
when he said, Exod 33. 15. If thy presence go not with us, carry us not hence.
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'Tis (if considered) a great word. Israel was then in a Wildernesse; among wild beasts, among bryars, and thorns, in a weary pilgrimage;
It's (if considered) a great word. Israel was then in a Wilderness; among wild beasts, among briars, and thorns, in a weary pilgrimage;
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but they had God among them:
but they had God among them:
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The Lord was carrying them to Canaan, the Land of their rest, a Land flowing with milk & honey:
The Lord was carrying them to Canaan, the Land of their rest, a Land flowing with milk & honey:
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but Moses prayes, If thy presence go not with us, carry us not hence.
but Moses prays, If thy presence go not with us, carry us not hence.
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We had rather be where we are, in a Wilderness with God, than to go to Canaan, & leave our God behind us.
We had rather be where we Are, in a Wilderness with God, than to go to Canaan, & leave our God behind us.
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If thy presence go with us, we are willing to go, when thou wilt, whither thou wilt, which way thou wilt;
If thy presence go with us, we Are willing to go, when thou wilt, whither thou wilt, which Way thou wilt;
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though by the Tents of Edomites, Ishmaelites, Moabites. Hagarens;
though by the Tents of Edomites, Ishmaelites, Moabites. Hagarens;
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though through the Armies of Anakims, Zamzummims, we'l go any whither, so God go with us.
though through the Armies of Anakims, Zamzummims, we'll go any whither, so God go with us.
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The absence of God makes a Canaan worse than a Wildernesse: the presence of God makes a Wilderness better than a Canaan: And this presence of God, shall be the Lot of all his Saints.
The absence of God makes a Canaan Worse than a Wilderness: the presence of God makes a Wilderness better than a Canaan: And this presence of God, shall be the Lot of all his Saints.
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Reas. 2. If God be with you, all shall make for you: All Providential Occurrences, and Events whatsoever:Reas. 2. If God be with you, all shall make for you: All Providential Occurrences, and Events whatsoever:
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All Difficulties, Straits, Disasters, Disappoyntments, whatsoever, that may come upon you, shall make for your good.
All Difficulties, Straits, Disasters, Disappointments, whatsoever, that may come upon you, shall make for your good.
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Rom. 8. 31. If God be with us, who shall be against us? Who can be against us!Rom. 8. 31. If God be with us, who shall be against us? Who can be against us!
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that is, None can be against us: Or if any be, yet those that are against you shall be for you.
that is, None can be against us: Or if any be, yet those that Are against you shall be for you.
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Gen. 42. 36. Joseph is not, and Simeon is not (said old Jacob and must Benjamin away too? all these things are against me: Gen. 42. 36. Joseph is not, and Simeon is not (said old Jacob and must Benjamin away too? all these things Are against me:
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but yet as old as he was, he liv'd to see all making for him.
but yet as old as he was, he lived to see all making for him.
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Rom. 8. 26. We know all things shall work together for good to those that love God. Rom. 8. 26. We know all things shall work together for good to those that love God.
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This is such a Promise, as if it were throughly believed, would set our feet on the necks of all our fears and dangers,
This is such a Promise, as if it were thoroughly believed, would Set our feet on the necks of all our fears and dangers,
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and will prove the t•uth of Sampson's Riddle, Out of the eater came meat, and out of the strong, sweetness.
and will prove the t•uth of Sampson's Riddle, Out of the eater Come meat, and out of the strong, sweetness.
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Now because there is so great encouragement to godliness in it, I shall sperd the more time in enlarging upon it; and shall shew,
Now Because there is so great encouragement to godliness in it, I shall sperd the more time in enlarging upon it; and shall show,
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1. VVhat those things are which are especially intended, in that comprehensive terme ( all things )
1. What those things Are which Are especially intended, in that comprehensive term (all things)
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2. What that good is, which these things shall work to. 3. To whom these things shall work for good.
2. What that good is, which these things shall work to. 3. To whom these things shall work for good.
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4. How these things shall work for good. 5. That they shall undoubtedly work for good, to them that love God.
4. How these things shall work for good. 5. That they shall undoubtedly work for good, to them that love God.
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1. What those things are, which are especially intended, in that comprehensive term [ All things. ] Some there are,
1. What those things Are, which Are especially intended, in that comprehensive term [ All things. ] some there Are,
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as Augustine with others, who understand it universally, of all things whatsoever, whether good or evil, extending it even to the sins of the Saints. It's true, God doth often bring good out of these evils, making use of former sins, to be forces against future:
as Augustine with Others, who understand it universally, of all things whatsoever, whither good or evil, extending it even to the Sins of the Saints. It's true, God does often bring good out of these evils, making use of former Sins, to be forces against future:
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as the thorn, that did hurt in the Garden, will be of use in the Hedge:
as the thorn, that did hurt in the Garden, will be of use in the Hedge:
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sin often becomes it's own death, which was intended to be the death of the Soul:
sin often becomes it's own death, which was intended to be the death of the Soul:
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There's nothing that doth make the Sinner more weary, and wary of sin, than Sin it self:
There's nothing that does make the Sinner more weary, and wary of since, than since it self:
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the review of what we have done, doth oftenest fright us of doing so any more.
the review of what we have done, does oftenest fright us of doing so any more.
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When you look back on sin, and see it's face (for sin carries it's face in it's back) you'l fear it the more,
When you look back on since, and see it's face (for since carries it's face in it's back) You'll Fear it the more,
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when ever you meet it again.
when ever you meet it again.
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There's no argument doth more effectually humble, and break the heart, and make it more fearfull,
There's no argument does more effectually humble, and break the heart, and make it more fearful,
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and watchfull against sin, than the shame, and the smart of those sins we have fallen by;
and watchful against since, than the shame, and the smart of those Sins we have fallen by;
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he that hath felt the wound, will take heed how he playes with edge-tools.
he that hath felt the wound, will take heed how he plays with edge-tools.
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This is true, God doth often make this use of sin, to be it's own cure:
This is true, God does often make this use of since, to be it's own cure:
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and therefore 'tis not seldome seen, that the chief of Sinners have come to be the cheif of Saints. Yet, besides that this is not the subject matter that the Apostle is here treating of;
and Therefore it's not seldom seen, that the chief of Sinners have come to be the chief of Saints. Yet, beside that this is not the Subject matter that the Apostle is Here treating of;
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let those that bring sin within the compass of this promise, and make this to run into the sence of it;
let those that bring since within the compass of this promise, and make this to run into the sense of it;
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that even all the sins of the Saints shall work for their good, let such tell us,
that even all the Sins of the Saints shall work for their good, let such tell us,
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how, or in what way its imaginable, that the sinful decayes of such who back-slide from God,
how, or in what Way its imaginable, that the sinful decays of such who backslide from God,
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and never recover to their former life, and vigour, but live and dye in a languishing state of Soul, le• them tell us,
and never recover to their former life, and vigour, but live and die in a languishing state of Soul, le• them tell us,
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how such sins can be imagined to work for their good: 'till then, we must enter our dissent from this Interpretation.
how such Sins can be imagined to work for their good: till then, we must enter our dissent from this Interpretation.
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This then is not the sence of the promise, that all sins shall work together for good.
This then is not the sense of the promise, that all Sins shall work together for good.
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And yet if it were, it would be but a poor argument, to take the more liberty to sin,
And yet if it were, it would be but a poor argument, to take the more liberty to since,
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because God will turn it to good;
Because God will turn it to good;
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this would be even as rational, as for a man to tear his flesh, break his bones, pluck out his eyes, burn his house, &c. because God will turn all his sufferings to good:
this would be even as rational, as for a man to tear his Flesh, break his bones, pluck out his eyes, burn his house, etc. Because God will turn all his sufferings to good:
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he is little better than mad, that would not conclude such a man out of his Wits.
he is little better than mad, that would not conclude such a man out of his Wits.
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Others restrain it to the evil things that befall the Saints, not the turpia, but the tristia, their sufferings and afflictions;
Others restrain it to the evil things that befall the Saints, not the Turpia, but the Tristia, their sufferings and afflictions;
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to that vanity, and those vexations, they are in bondage under, and under which with the whole Creation, they groan and travel in pain, waiting for their redemption:
to that vanity, and those vexations, they Are in bondage under, and under which with the Whole Creation, they groan and travel in pain, waiting for their redemption:
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of which, the Apostle had been treating in the former part of this Chapter.
of which, the Apostle had been treating in the former part of this Chapter.
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And yet while they pitch the sence, especially on such things as these, they grant it may be extended to all other things, sin only excepted;
And yet while they pitch the sense, especially on such things as these, they grant it may be extended to all other things, sin only excepted;
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ad omnes res, •reaturas eventus, tum secundus, tum adversos: To all things and events, whether prosperous or afflicted. So Paraeus, with others.ad omnes Rest, •reaturas eventus, tum secundus, tum adversos: To all things and events, whither prosperous or afflicted. So Pareus, with Others.
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And these I take to have hit the right. All heavy things, all the sufferings and afflictions of the Saints;
And these I take to have hit the right. All heavy things, all the sufferings and afflictions of the Saints;
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and not only these, but all things else whatsoever, that in the whole course of providence be their lot or po••ion:
and not only these, but all things Else whatsoever, that in the Whole course of providence be their lot or po••ion:
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all the dealings of God with them, all the disp•••ations of Providence towards them, shall all work for their good.
all the dealings of God with them, all the disp•••ations of Providence towards them, shall all work for their good.
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2. What is that good, which these things work to the Saints; or in what sence all things may be said to work good to them.
2. What is that good, which these things work to the Saints; or in what sense all things may be said to work good to them.
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The sence in general is this;
The sense in general is this;
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They shall all work to their welfare, they shall all happen to them for the better:
They shall all work to their welfare, they shall all happen to them for the better:
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there shall nothing befall them, but one time or other, they shall have reason to say;
there shall nothing befall them, but one time or other, they shall have reason to say;
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'Twas well for me, that it was thus with me.
'Twas well for me, that it was thus with me.
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The wisdome and goodness of God, did cut out such portions continually for me, did lead me thorow such a series and succession of cases and events, which though I could not understand,
The Wisdom and Goodness of God, did Cut out such portions continually for me, did led me thorough such a series and succession of cases and events, which though I could not understand,
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yet now I see that every condition, every contingency and occurrence of my life, through which Providence led me, was useful,
yet now I see that every condition, every contingency and occurrence of my life, through which Providence led me, was useful,
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and could not well have been wanted, but it would have been the worse for me. Thus in the general.
and could not well have been wanted, but it would have been the Worse for me. Thus in the general.
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Particularly, for the fuller understanding what good it is that all things, to consider, that there is a twofold good of the Saints;
Particularly, for the fuller understanding what good it is that all things, to Consider, that there is a twofold good of the Saints;
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Such as they obtain and enjoy, whilst they are in via, in their way or Course;
Such as they obtain and enjoy, while they Are in via, in their Way or Course;
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or such as they shall obtain, when they are in termino: when they are gotten to the end of their way,
or such as they shall obtain, when they Are in termino: when they Are got to the end of their Way,
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when they are come to their place. Or thus, There is a threefold good of the Saints, Temporal. Spiritual. Eternal. •.
when they Are come to their place. Or thus, There is a threefold good of the Saints, Temporal. Spiritual. Eternal. •.
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Temporal good, or our bona c•rporis, the outward good things of this life, which may serve,Temporal good, or our Bona c•rporis, the outward good things of this life, which may serve,
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and please, and delight us in these dayes of our pilgrimage:
and please, and delight us in these days of our pilgrimage:
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which may abide with us, and attend us to our graves, but there will take their leave of us.
which may abide with us, and attend us to our graves, but there will take their leave of us.
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2. Spiritual good, or our bona animae, and those are either, 1. Exeternal, as the Ordinances of God;
2. Spiritual good, or our Bona Spirits, and those Are either, 1. Exeternal, as the Ordinances of God;
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the Light, Liberties and priviledges of the Gospel, the Society and Communion of Saints, and our peaceful and plentiful enjoying of them. 2. Internal,
the Light, Liberties and privileges of the Gospel, the Society and Communion of Saints, and our peaceful and plentiful enjoying of them. 2. Internal,
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as spiritual •race, Faith, Love, Hope, Patience, &c. 3. Eternal good, or that glory and joy, that everlasting rest and peace, the possession of that inheritance incorruptible and undefiled, that is reserved in Heaven for us. Now here note these things.
as spiritual •race, Faith, Love, Hope, Patience, etc. 3. Eternal good, or that glory and joy, that everlasting rest and peace, the possession of that inheritance incorruptible and undefiled, that is reserved in Heaven for us. Now Here note these things.
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1. That our bona corporis, our outward good things, are only good for us, as they are conducible ad bonum spirituale, to the good of our Souls.
1. That our Bona corporis, our outward good things, Are only good for us, as they Are conducible ad bonum spiritual, to the good of our Souls.
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The bona viae, are only good in the event, when they tend to the bonum Patriae. This World is but a Nursery for Eternity;
The Bona Viae, Are only good in the event, when they tend to the bonum Patriae. This World is but a Nursery for Eternity;
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we are planted in this, in order to our transplanting into the other World:
we Are planted in this, in order to our transplanting into the other World:
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and whatever we have here, is either good or evil, according to the respect that it bears to hereafter:
and whatever we have Here, is either good or evil, according to the respect that it bears to hereafter:
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As far forth as our immortal part is improved by these perishing things, so far forth only, are they good for us.
As Far forth as our immortal part is improved by these perishing things, so Far forth only, Are they good for us.
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He that hath this worlds goods, and is not hereby made more rich towards God; he who prospers in this World, and yet his Soul doth not prosper:
He that hath this world's goods, and is not hereby made more rich towards God; he who prospers in this World, and yet his Soul does not prosper:
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much more, he whose outward fulness becomes the emptiness, and leanness of his Soul:
much more, he whose outward fullness becomes the emptiness, and leanness of his Soul:
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Are these good things good for him? Is he in pr•sperity upon a true account, whose Soul prospers not? It is not ever good to prosper in the World:
are these good things good for him? Is he in pr•sperity upon a true account, whose Soul prospers not? It is not ever good to prosper in the World:
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It cannot be universally said, It's good to be rich, its good to be in health, its good to be in honour, it's good to be at liberty:
It cannot be universally said, It's good to be rich, its good to be in health, its good to be in honour, it's good to be At liberty:
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the contrary may sometimes be true ▪ it's good to be poor, to be sick, to be in disgrace, to be in bonds:
the contrary may sometime be true ▪ it's good to be poor, to be sick, to be in disgrace, to be in bonds:
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the necessity of our Souls doth not seldome require it:
the necessity of our Souls does not seldom require it:
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Then alone is it good to be full, and to abound, when our outward abundance furthers our spiritual welfare.
Then alone is it good to be full, and to abound, when our outward abundance furthers our spiritual welfare.
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Christians, could we receive this truth, That our outward good things are only good for us,
Christians, could we receive this truth, That our outward good things Are only good for us,
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as far forth, as they conduce to our spiritual good, could we receive this truth, and live under the power of it;
as Far forth, as they conduce to our spiritual good, could we receive this truth, and live under the power of it;
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what a different judgement should we then have of all these worldly matters, from what we have? and how strangely would the course of this world be then changed? Would there then be such violent and eager pursuing these carnal things? Would there then be such whining and complaining,
what a different judgement should we then have of all these worldly matters, from what we have? and how strangely would the course of this world be then changed? Would there then be such violent and eager pursuing these carnal things? Would there then be such whining and complaining,
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and murmuring at every crosse Providence? VVe would then say, This may be good for me;
and murmuring At every cross Providence? We would then say, This may be good for me;
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good for my soul, how sad soever it looks.
good for my soul, how sad soever it looks.
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2. That the external spiritual good things, the Ministry and Ordinances of the Gospel, &c. are so far good to us,
2. That the external spiritual good things, the Ministry and Ordinances of the Gospel, etc. Are so Far good to us,
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as they conduce to our internal spiritual good;
as they conduce to our internal spiritual good;
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and they being ordinarily so, it must be concluded, That ordinarily it is good for us, that we enjoy them,
and they being ordinarily so, it must be concluded, That ordinarily it is good for us, that we enjoy them,
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and be not deprived of them.
and be not deprived of them.
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God may see the cutting Christians short of those Priviledges, and Liberties, to be somtimes needful for them;
God may see the cutting Christians short of those Privileges, and Liberties, to be sometimes needful for them;
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and then even this also makes for their good: VVhereof more anon.
and then even this also makes for their good: Whereof more anon.
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3. That our inward spiritual good, is good for us, so far forth as it tends to our eterna• good:
3. That our inward spiritual good, is good for us, so Far forth as it tends to our eterna• good:
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and therefore grace is ever good for us. It's ever true;
and Therefore grace is ever good for us. It's ever true;
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It's good to be holy, good to be humble, to be in the fear of God,
It's good to be holy, good to be humble, to be in the Fear of God,
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and to flourish in his grace.
and to flourish in his grace.
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VVe may have too much Money, too much Credit, but we can never have too much Grace.
We may have too much Money, too much Credit, but we can never have too much Grace.
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Our greatest flourishing and fruitfulness in grace, will certainly abound to our more full reward.
Our greatest flourishing and fruitfulness in grace, will Certainly abound to our more full reward.
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4. Note, That this is the plain sence and meaning of the promise, All things shall work [ for good ] that is, whatsoever befalls, shall certainly promote our internal and eternal welfare:
4. Note, That this is the plain sense and meaning of the promise, All things shall work [ for good ] that is, whatsoever befalls, shall Certainly promote our internal and Eternal welfare:
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And as far forth as the outward Priviledges of the Gospel, yea, and the good things of this life, conduce towards this, all shall work for these also.
And as Far forth as the outward Privileges of the Gospel, yea, and the good things of this life, conduce towards this, all shall work for these also.
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If it be good for us to be rich, if it be good for us to be in honour, good for us to be at liberty;
If it be good for us to be rich, if it be good for us to be in honour, good for us to be At liberty;
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good for our Souls, good in reference to our eternal state; if it be good for us that we enjoy the Ministry of the Gospel;
good for our Souls, good in Referente to our Eternal state; if it be good for us that we enjoy the Ministry of the Gospel;
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there shall nothing befal us, that shall hinder; there shall be nothing wanting to us, that might further this our good.
there shall nothing befall us, that shall hinder; there shall be nothing wanting to us, that might further this our good.
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The summe is, That all providential dispensations shall be so ordered, th•t we shall want nothing but what its better want than have:
The sum is, That all providential dispensations shall be so ordered, th•t we shall want nothing but what its better want than have:
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VVe shall suffer nothing but what we cannot well be without, but what the good of our Souls requires;
We shall suffer nothing but what we cannot well be without, but what the good of our Souls requires;
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and that which we do possess, and that which we do suffer, shall not fail of bringing about its end, the advancing our eternal good.
and that which we do possess, and that which we do suffer, shall not fail of bringing about its end, the advancing our Eternal good.
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And if this be the meaning, what a glorious Promise is this? What can any rational man desire more? nothing shall befall him but shall be for his good:
And if this be the meaning, what a glorious Promise is this? What can any rational man desire more? nothing shall befall him but shall be for his good:
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He shall be deprived or kept short of nothing, but what he had better be without than have.
He shall be deprived or kept short of nothing, but what he had better be without than have.
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He that is unsatisfied with this Promise, it is either from Lust or Ʋnbelief; Either he doth not believe, that God is true, and will perform this Word:
He that is unsatisfied with this Promise, it is either from Lust or Ʋnbelief; Either he does not believe, that God is true, and will perform this Word:
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or else 'tis because his Lust must be satisfied, though with the denyal of his Reason and Interest;
or Else it's Because his Lust must be satisfied, though with the denial of his Reason and Interest;
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he that desires an Estate in the world, Ease, Pleasure, Liberty, or any thing else upon any other terms,
he that Desires an Estate in the world, Ease, Pleasure, Liberty, or any thing Else upon any other terms,
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but as they may be for his real good, hath as much lost his Wits as his Faith:
but as they may be for his real good, hath as much lost his Wits as his Faith:
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and he that will take upon him to know what's good •or him, better than God, may as well take upon him to govern the World.
and he that will take upon him to know what's good •or him, better than God, may as well take upon him to govern the World.
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You may with as good reason, desire a Feaver, or a Dropsie, that you may have the p•easure of your drink;
You may with as good reason, desire a Fever, or a Dropsy, that you may have the p•easure of your drink;
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as for the pleasures that carnal things would bring you in, to desire them, when they would be a snare to your Souls.
as for the pleasures that carnal things would bring you in, to desire them, when they would be a snare to your Souls.
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3. To whom these things shall work for good: To them that love God, to them that are called according to his purpose: To the people of God;
3. To whom these things shall work for good: To them that love God, to them that Are called according to his purpose: To the people of God;
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who, you see, are here described by their Election and Vocation, [ the called according to his purpose ] and their Sanctification, [ they that love God ] Love is, as I told you before, the sulfilling of the Law.
who, you see, Are Here described by their Election and Vocation, [ the called according to his purpose ] and their Sanctification, [ they that love God ] Love is, as I told you before, the sulfilling of the Law.
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Love God, and you will live in the obedience of his whole Will: These are the people to whom this Promise is made;
Love God, and you will live in the Obedience of his Whole Will: These Are the people to whom this Promise is made;
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prove your Calling and Election, prove your Sanctification, and you may write your names in this glorious Promise:
prove your Calling and Election, prove your Sanctification, and you may write your names in this glorious Promise:
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All things shall work for your good. All things shall work for your good.
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To those that are Rebels, and Reprobates from God, all things shall work together for evil.
To those that Are Rebels, and Reprobates from God, all things shall work together for evil.
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Whil'st things hurtful work together for good to the Saints: all good things work together for the hurt of Sinners:
Whilst things hurtful work together for good to the Saints: all good things work together for the hurt of Sinners:
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their Peace hurts them, their plenty hurts them, their pleasure hurts them: yea, both their prosperity, and adversity; their plenty, and their poverty;
their Peace hurts them, their plenty hurts them, their pleasure hurts them: yea, both their Prosperity, and adversity; their plenty, and their poverty;
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their pleasure, and their trouble, their honour and disgrace, and every thing that befalls them, turns to their prejudice. Their prosperity destroys them: their Table is their snare; their pleasures are their plagues;
their pleasure, and their trouble, their honour and disgrace, and every thing that befalls them, turns to their prejudice. Their Prosperity Destroys them: their Table is their snare; their pleasures Are their plagues;
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and their very punishments are turned into sin:
and their very punishments Are turned into since:
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every thing that befalls them, heightens and hardens them in their wickedness, and ripens them for vengeance.
every thing that befalls them, heightens and hardens them in their wickedness, and ripens them for vengeance.
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God is not with them, and therefore nothing prospers with them.
God is not with them, and Therefore nothing prospers with them.
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God is with his Saints, and therefore nothing comes amiss to them, but all for their greater advantage:
God is with his Saints, and Therefore nothing comes amiss to them, but all for their greater advantage:
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Christians, this is your portion, and your peculiar, wherein the men of this World shall neither partake with you,
Christians, this is your portion, and your peculiar, wherein the men of this World shall neither partake with you,
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nor be ever able to deprive you of it. 4. How all things shall work for their good:
nor be ever able to deprive you of it. 4. How all things shall work for their good:
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in special, how shall the evil things, the Sufferings of this life be for their good:
in special, how shall the evil things, the Sufferings of this life be for their good:
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How can this be? Must we disbelieve our Senses, lay down our Reasons, ere we can believe the Scriptures? Must we call evil, good;
How can this be? Must we disbelieve our Senses, lay down our Reasons, ere we can believe the Scriptures? Must we call evil, good;
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and good, evil? Must we count darkness light, and light darkness? Is pleasure pain,
and good, evil? Must we count darkness Light, and Light darkness? Is pleasure pain,
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and pain pleasure? Is loss gain, and gain loss? Is ease torment, and torment ease? Doth Religion make things cease to be what they are,
and pain pleasure? Is loss gain, and gain loss? Is ease torment, and torment ease? Does Religion make things cease to be what they Are,
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and to be what they are not? or at least, Must we believe, that darkness is the Mother of light, that good is the Daughter of evil? Can we hather grapes of thorns,
and to be what they Are not? or At least, Must we believe, that darkness is the Mother of Light, that good is the Daughter of evil? Can we hather grapes of thorns,
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or figs of thistles? Can darkness give light, or death it self bring forth life? Must we say, that contraries no longer destroy,
or figs of thistles? Can darkness give Light, or death it self bring forth life? Must we say, that contraries no longer destroy,
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but produce each other, and that the womb brings forth its own destruction? How can these things be?
but produce each other, and that the womb brings forth its own destruction? How can these things be?
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But must God give a Reason of his actions, or else they are not! though evil cannot bring forth good, darkness cannot bring forth light;
But must God give a Reason of his actions, or Else they Are not! though evil cannot bring forth good, darkness cannot bring forth Light;
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yet, Cannot God bring forth good out of Evil, light out of darkness? Though darkness cannot bring forth light;
yet, Cannot God bring forth good out of Evil, Light out of darkness? Though darkness cannot bring forth Light;
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evil cannot bring forth good, by a natural causation;
evil cannot bring forth good, by a natural causation;
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yet Cannot God make evil an occasion of good? Though it do work efficiently, yet can it not work objectively neither to it? Though the torment, the Medicine puts men to, be not ease,
yet Cannot God make evil an occasion of good? Though it do work efficiently, yet can it not work objectively neither to it? Though the torment, the Medicine puts men to, be not ease,
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yet may it not work towards ease? May not the storm, though it help not,
yet may it not work towards ease? May not the storm, though it help not,
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yet hasten the Labourer on his work, the T•aveller on his way? May not the darkness of the night, make more diligent in the day? May not sickness teach men more temperance, and poverty more frugality? But to proceed more distinctly;
yet hasten the Labourer on his work, the T•aveller on his Way? May not the darkness of the night, make more diligent in the day? May not sickness teach men more temperance, and poverty more frugality? But to proceed more distinctly;
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How can the Saints evil things work to their good? That they do so cannot be denied,
How can the Saints evil things work to their good? That they do so cannot be denied,
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unless we will deny, not only Scripture, but common Sence and Experience; but how comes it to pass? I answer in 4. Particulars:
unless we will deny, not only Scripture, but Common Sense and Experience; but how comes it to pass? I answer in 4. Particulars:
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1. The Affliction and Tribulations of the Saints are the way that leads them on to the possession of that good, which God hath intended to them;
1. The Affliction and Tribulations of the Saints Are the Way that leads them on to the possession of that good, which God hath intended to them;
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afflictions are the way of the Kingdom;
afflictions Are the Way of the Kingdom;
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the Cross is the way to the Crown, Acts 14. 22. Through many Tribulations we must enter into the Kingdom of God.
the Cross is the Way to the Crown, Acts 14. 22. Through many Tribulations we must enter into the Kingdom of God.
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Psal. 66. 11, 12. Thou broughtest us into the net, thou hast laid affliction upon our loyns, thou hast caused men to ride over our heads:
Psalm 66. 11, 12. Thou Broughtest us into the net, thou hast laid affliction upon our loins, thou hast caused men to ride over our Heads:
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we went through fire and water, thou broughtest us into a wealthy place. Observe it; Their troubles are their way to their Triumph;we went through fire and water, thou Broughtest us into a wealthy place. Observe it; Their Troubles Are their Way to their Triumph;
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their very falling into the net, their way to escape. Their Enemies boast; Escape! Arise!
their very falling into the net, their Way to escape. Their Enemies boast; Escape! Arise!
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yes, let them free themselves with such hopes while they will, we have them sure enough, we have them under foot, we have them in the net:
yes, let them free themselves with such hope's while they will, we have them sure enough, we have them under foot, we have them in the net:
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If this be their way, wee'l keep them in their way long enough; Now we have them down they shall not be able to rise.
If this be their Way, we'll keep them in their Way long enough; Now we have them down they shall not be able to rise.
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I, but yet it appears, through all this the Lord led them forth into a wealthy place.
I, but yet it appears, through all this the Lord led them forth into a wealthy place.
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The High-way of the proud is not their more ready way to the dust, than the dust of Saints is their sure way to honour.
The Highway of the proud is not their more ready Way to the dust, than the dust of Saints is their sure Way to honour.
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When Israel were to go to Canaan, they must take the Brick-Kilnes, the Red Sea, the Wilderness, Jordan, in their way:
When Israel were to go to Canaan, they must take the Brick-kilnes, the Read Sea, the Wilderness, Jordan, in their Way:
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could any one have imagined, that the bondage, the straits they were under, the doubling their Tasks, the cruelty of their Task-Masters, their enclosure at the Red Sea, did mean any good to them? yet how fell it out at last? their darkest dispensations had light in their latter end;
could any one have imagined, that the bondage, the straits they were under, the doubling their Tasks, the cruelty of their Task-Masters, their enclosure At the Read Sea, did mean any good to them? yet how fell it out At last? their Darkest dispensations had Light in their latter end;
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Their greatest bondage leads on to their greatest liberty. Every cross Providence is a step to the accomplishment of the Promise;
Their greatest bondage leads on to their greatest liberty. Every cross Providence is a step to the accomplishment of the Promise;
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The Wheel is ever moving on to its end; it moves still forwards, even when it seems to go quite backwards:
The Wheel is ever moving on to its end; it moves still forward, even when it seems to go quite backwards:
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As the River by its many turnings and windings forwards and backwards is still in motion to the Sea,
As the River by its many turnings and windings forward and backwards is still in motion to the Sea,
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when it seems to be running quite contrary. Christians, if ever the Salvation of God seems to be removed farther off from you;
when it seems to be running quite contrary. Christians, if ever the Salvation of God seems to be removed farther off from you;
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If the work of God should at any time seem to go backwards;
If the work of God should At any time seem to go backwards;
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if cross winds should turn the whole course, so that you appear rather to be marching back to Egypt, than on to Canaan; yet be not discouraged;
if cross winds should turn the Whole course, so that you appear rather to be marching back to Egypt, than on to Canaan; yet be not discouraged;
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though your way be an unlikely, an unpromising way, though you be led about forwards, and backwards, yet still you are making on:
though your Way be an unlikely, an unpromising Way, though you be led about forward, and backwards, yet still you Are making on:
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though the lesser Wheels be never so cross and contrary in their motions, yet the great Wheel is still moving Right on to your blessed and hoped end.
though the lesser Wheels be never so cross and contrary in their motions, yet the great Wheel is still moving Right on to your blessed and hoped end.
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God intends your good, your spiritual good here, your eternal good hereafter:
God intends your good, your spiritual good Here, your Eternal good hereafter:
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and believe it now, for he will let you see it hereafter, that those very things which most threaten your miscarriage,
and believe it now, for he will let you see it hereafter, that those very things which most threaten your miscarriage,
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and a total abortion of your hopes, are made all to concur to the bringing them about,
and a total abortion of your hope's, Are made all to concur to the bringing them about,
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and to your more full and speedy possession of them. Note farther here two Things. 1. All things work;
and to your more full and speedy possession of them. Note farther hear two Things. 1. All things work;
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not they shall work, de futuro, but de praesenti, they do work;
not they shall work, de futuro, but de praesenti, they do work;
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as the Apostle says, The Mystery of Iniquity; so we may say, The Mystery of the Saints Redemption doth already work;
as the Apostle Says, The Mystery of Iniquity; so we may say, The Mystery of the Saints Redemption does already work;
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the work is already on the wheel, and every wheel is in its motion for you:
the work is already on the wheel, and every wheel is in its motion for you:
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not only your Brethren, the Saints and Angels, who are all praying for your peace and seeking your good,
not only your Brothers, the Saints and Angels, who Are all praying for your peace and seeking your good,
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but your Enemies also, the Dragon, with all his Armies, are at work for you;
but your Enemies also, the Dragon, with all his Armies, Are At work for you;
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all the Councils of this world, are already sitting upon the very matter: God hath call'd them together for this purpose.
all the Councils of this world, Are already sitting upon the very matter: God hath called them together for this purpose.
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The Pope, with all his Conclave; the Jesuits, Preists, Monks, and Friars, with all their Covents; yea, the Devil, with all his Conclave of Hell. are all at work for the good of Saints. It's true, they mean not,
The Pope, with all his Conclave; the Jesuits, Priests, Monks, and Friars, with all their Covents; yea, the devil, with all his Conclave of Hell. Are all At work for the good of Saints. It's true, they mean not,
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nor intend any such thing, their designs are against you; they count, they are working for themselves;
nor intend any such thing, their designs Are against you; they count, they Are working for themselves;
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as 'tis said concerning the Assyrian, Isa. 10. 6, 7. God sent him forth upon a Design of his own, to execute his Counsel, in the punishing of Hypocrites; to purge out the Chaff from the Wheat;
as it's said Concerning the assyrian, Isaiah 10. 6, 7. God sent him forth upon a Design of his own, to execute his Counsel, in the punishing of Hypocrites; to purge out the Chaff from the Wheat;
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nevertheless, he meaneth not so, nor doth his heart think so; nevertheless, he means not so, nor does his heart think so;
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the Assyrian minds not what God's Design is, but follows his own Design, fights for himself, and spoils for himself;
the assyrian minds not what God's Design is, but follows his own Design, fights for himself, and spoils for himself;
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but God's Design is still carried on by him, though he think not of it. All the Events in the World are driving the same way;
but God's Design is still carried on by him, though he think not of it. All the Events in the World Are driving the same Way;
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every Disease or Infirmity that comes upon you, every Loss that you sustain, every Scoff or Reproach that you suffer;
every Disease or Infirmity that comes upon you, every Loss that you sustain, every Scoff or Reproach that you suffer;
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the shame in your Faces, the Sorrow of your Hearts, the Torment in your Bowels, the Aches in your Bones, are all working your good.
the shame in your Faces, the Sorrow of your Hearts, the Torment in your Bowels, the Aches in your Bones, Are all working your good.
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All the changes of your Conditions, your fair Weather and your foul, your Sun-shine and your Clouds, your Plenty and your Wants, your Eases and your Pains, your Liberties and your Prisons, are all making for you;
All the changes of your Conditions, your fair Weather and your foul, your Sunshine and your Clouds, your Plenty and your Wants, your Eases and your Pains, your Liberties and your Prisons, Are all making for you;
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your good is already working by all these Things.
your good is already working by all these Things.
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See Christians, what an Harvest of Blessedness is growing up to you, out of this Promise; the Seed is already sowing, your good is already working;
See Christians, what an Harvest of Blessedness is growing up to you, out of this Promise; the Seed is already sowing, your good is already working;
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God is at work, the whole Creation is at work, Men and Angels, good men and evil men, Friends and Enemies, Heaven and Earth,
God is At work, the Whole Creation is At work, Men and Angels, good men and evil men, Friends and Enemies, Heaven and Earth,
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and Hell, are already ingaged to work your good. 2. They work together, that is, as some understand it, they work together with God:
and Hell, Are already engaged to work your good. 2. They work together, that is, as Some understand it, they work together with God:
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all the second causes work together with the first Cause; or as others, They work together amongst themselves.
all the second Causes work together with the First Cause; or as Others, They work together among themselves.
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There is such a concatenation and concentring of all these second causes, in the same Design, that however they seem to thwart,
There is such a concatenation and concentring of all these second Causes, in the same Design, that however they seem to thwart,
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and cross, and destroy some of them, what the others build and advance, yet they are all united in their End, they jointly contribute in the Weal of the Saints. Though,
and cross, and destroy Some of them, what the Others built and advance, yet they Are all united in their End, they jointly contribute in the Weal of the Saints. Though,
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if I mistake not, this latter be the more sense of the two: Yet I know no reason, why both may not be understood.
if I mistake not, this latter be the more sense of the two: Yet I know no reason, why both may not be understood.
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In the hand, and under the conduction of Providence, all these lower Things concur and co-operate in the good of the Church.
In the hand, and under the conduction of Providence, all these lower Things concur and cooperate in the good of the Church.
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By the way, observe what an Harmony there is in all the Works of Providence: The most cross and thwarting Occurrences, do all conspire,
By the Way, observe what an Harmony there is in all the Works of Providence: The most cross and thwarting Occurrences, do all conspire,
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and go hand in hand to bring about the same end. As the differing Vertues of various Drugs, do all concur •o make up the Medicine:
and go hand in hand to bring about the same end. As the differing Virtues of various Drugs, do all concur •o make up the Medicine:
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As the differing sounds of several strings or Instruments, do all together make up the Melody.
As the differing sounds of several strings or Instruments, do all together make up the Melody.
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As the differing Colours in a Picture, the dark as well as the brighter, do jointly contribute to the Beauty of the Piece;
As the differing Colours in a Picture, the dark as well as the Brighter, do jointly contribute to the Beauty of the Piece;
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no less do the most contrary, and contradictory Actions and Events, both make up the Beauty of Providence, and jointly subserve that one End, to which, by an unseen Hand,
no less doe the most contrary, and contradictory Actions and Events, both make up the Beauty of Providence, and jointly subserve that one End, to which, by an unseen Hand,
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and an all-seeing Eye, they are directed, and intended.
and an All-seeing Eye, they Are directed, and intended.
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2. The evil things that befal the Saints, come upon them to keep out worse things.
2. The evil things that befall the Saints, come upon them to keep out Worse things.
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Where-ever the cross comes, if it had not come, something worse might? The Cross may be a means to secure from the Curse: The Curse was slain on the Cross of Christ; and our Cross also hath its use, to the delivering us from it.
Wherever the cross comes, if it had not come, something Worse might? The Cross may be a means to secure from the Curse: The Curse was slave on the Cross of christ; and our Cross also hath its use, to the delivering us from it.
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1 Cor. 11. 32. We are chastened of the Lord, that we should not be condemned with the World. Periissem nisi periissem:
1 Cor. 11. 32. We Are chastened of the Lord, that we should not be condemned with the World. Periissem nisi periissem:
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I had died, if I had not suffer'd: 'Tis more mens cases besides his that spake it;
I had died, if I had not suffered: It's more men's cases beside his that spoke it;
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'tis no bad Exchange, to have a Cross instead of a Curse. 3. The evil things of the Saints prepare them for better things:
it's no bad Exchange, to have a Cross instead of a Curse. 3. The evil things of the Saints prepare them for better things:
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that they may work good for them, they are working them to good;
that they may work good for them, they Are working them to good;
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working out their sin and iniquity, wearying them of sin, Hosea 2. 6. I will hedge up her way with thorns:
working out their since and iniquity, wearying them of since, Hosea 2. 6. I will hedge up her Way with thorns:
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then shall she say, I will return: Sin brought in Afflictions into the World, and Afflictions help to carry sin out;then shall she say, I will return: since brought in Afflictions into the World, and Afflictions help to carry since out;
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the Cross, to which sin was once nail'd, is now nail'd to Sin:
the Cross, to which since was once nailed, is now nailed to since:
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The Saints can seldome be medling with Sin, but they find it too heavy for them;
The Saints can seldom be meddling with since, but they find it too heavy for them;
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The Cross that is nail'd at the farther end of it, makes it a •urthen which they cannot bear.
The Cross that is nailed At the farther end of it, makes it a •urthen which they cannot bear.
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In some sense, not only the Bloud of the Lamb, but the Bloud of the Sheep may purge away Sin:
In Some sense, not only the Blood of the Lamb, but the Blood of the Sheep may purge away since:
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though only the NONLATINALPHABET can expiate and take away the guilt, yet the NONLATINALPHABET may have their place, in purging away the filth of sin;
though only the can expiate and take away the guilt, yet the may have their place, in purging away the filth of since;
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By this shall the iniquity of Jacob be purged, & this is all the fruit to take away his sin. By this shall the iniquity of Jacob be purged, & this is all the fruit to take away his since.
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Our Lord beats the Devil with his own Weapons, by those very means purging his Saints, by which he endeavours to pollute them: making those very Persecu•ons, by which he labours to force them from Holiness, to fix them in it:
Our Lord beats the devil with his own Weapons, by those very means purging his Saints, by which he endeavours to pollute them: making those very Persecu•ons, by which he labours to force them from Holiness, to fix them in it:
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A fawning World does them more mischief, than a fuming Devil. By that the Devil hath cast up his Cards, he will find himself a Loser by all his Rage. Christians, comfort your hearts:
A fawning World does them more mischief, than a fuming devil. By that the devil hath cast up his Cards, he will find himself a Loser by all his Rage. Christians, Comfort your hearts:
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those Flouds that are cast forth against you, shall but wash you the whiter, and make you more meet to be partakers of the inheritance of the Saints in Light:
those Floods that Are cast forth against you, shall but wash you the Whiter, and make you more meet to be partakers of the inheritance of the Saints in Light:
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your Purgatary prepares you for your Paradise. No unclean thing must enter in thither:
your Purgatary prepares you for your Paradise. No unclean thing must enter in thither:
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and you are not like to be made so clean, as by falling into the hands of the unclean.
and you Are not like to be made so clean, as by falling into the hands of the unclean.
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The Saints never look so well:
The Saints never look so well:
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like Sheep come from the washing, as when they come up from the Pots, their very black makes them comely.
like Sheep come from the washing, as when they come up from the Pots, their very black makes them comely.
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Oh Christians, what a comfort would it be, if your Experiences might come in, and seal to this Truth:
O Christians, what a Comfort would it be, if your Experiences might come in, and seal to this Truth:
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If you could say, Thus it hath been with me, Before I was afflicted, I went astray:
If you could say, Thus it hath been with me, Before I was afflicted, I went astray:
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I was proud, and vain, and wanton, and slothful, and carnal, but now have I kept thy word.
I was proud, and vain, and wanton, and slothful, and carnal, but now have I kept thy word.
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Sinners, What-ever your mind be in persecuting the Saints, never think to debauch them by it;
Sinners, Whatever your mind be in persecuting the Saints, never think to debauch them by it;
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if that be your aim, you mistake your course;
if that be your aim, you mistake your course;
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the living Spark which God hath kindled in them, will 〈 ◊ 〉 be blown out,
the living Spark which God hath kindled in them, will 〈 ◊ 〉 be blown out,
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but be blown up, by your puffing at it; the Dirt you cast upon them, doth but scour them the brighter:
but be blown up, by your puffing At it; the Dirt you cast upon them, does but scour them the Brighter:
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You take the best course you can, to keep them closer to the Lord, and his way:
You take the best course you can, to keep them closer to the Lord, and his Way:
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The warm Sun will more hazard the loss of their Garments, than the blustring Wind:
The warm Sun will more hazard the loss of their Garments, than the blustering Wind:
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Let them alone, the Spirit of the Lord within them will be too hard for Hell, with all its black Regiments;
Let them alone, the Spirit of the Lord within them will be too hard for Hell, with all its black Regiments;
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and will not only secure them, but advance them yet higher, by all their Assaults. These stars shine the brightest, when the Night is darkest:
and will not only secure them, but advance them yet higher, by all their Assaults. These Stars shine the Brightest, when the Night is Darkest:
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When you have done your worst, 'twill be the better with them;
When you have done your worst, it'll be the better with them;
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though they will not thank you, yet they will thank God, for what they have suffer'd by you.
though they will not thank you, yet they will thank God, for what they have suffered by you.
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If this be your aim to make them like your selves, you may set your hearts at rest,
If this be your aim to make them like your selves, you may Set your hearts At rest,
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and give over such a vain attempt:
and give over such a vain attempt:
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Your fury is like to do as little to force them, as your vertues are to invite them to a compliance with you.
Your fury is like to do as little to force them, as your Virtues Are to invite them to a compliance with you.
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Your Faces are too foul to draw them into your love, and yet not fierce enough to drive them into your fear.
Your Faces Are too foul to draw them into your love, and yet not fierce enough to drive them into your Fear.
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Sathan, try thy utmost strength and skill, and if thou losest not by thine own play at last,
Sathan, try thy utmost strength and skill, and if thou losest not by thine own play At last,
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if thou find'st not the poor people of God gotten nearer Heaven, by thy attempts of plucking them down to Hell, then let thy Lyes be believed before the everlasting Gospel.
if thou Findest not the poor people of God got nearer Heaven, by thy attempts of plucking them down to Hell, then let thy Lies be believed before the everlasting Gospel.
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Christian, Make me not ashamed in this same confident boasting of you; yea, contradict not your God, by suffering your selves to be corrupted by evil men.
Christian, Make me not ashamed in this same confident boasting of you; yea, contradict not your God, by suffering your selves to be corrupted by evil men.
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The Lord himself hath adventured deep upon your Integrity and stedfastness: The honour of his Truth and Faithfulness lyes at stake;
The Lord himself hath adventured deep upon your Integrity and steadfastness: The honour of his Truth and Faithfulness lies At stake;
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he hath said, They shall not be afraid of any evil Tydings, their heart is fixed, trusting in the Lord, Psal. 112. 7. He hath said By this shall their iniquity be purged,
he hath said, They shall not be afraid of any evil Tidings, their heart is fixed, trusting in the Lord, Psalm 112. 7. He hath said By this shall their iniquity be purged,
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and this shall be all the fruit, to take away their sin. God hath said, All things shall work together for good to them. and this shall be all the fruit, to take away their since. God hath said, All things shall work together for good to them.
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They shall not be the worse, but the better, for all that befals them:
They shall not be the Worse, but the better, for all that befalls them:
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They shall love me and my holy wayes the more, they shall cleave unto me the closer, they shall be made more pure,
They shall love me and my holy ways the more, they shall cleave unto me the closer, they shall be made more pure,
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and more tender, by all they suffer for Righteousness sake:
and more tender, by all they suffer for Righteousness sake:
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they shall love Conscience, and their Integrity and Faithfulness to it, never the worse, for that it hath cost them so dear;
they shall love Conscience, and their Integrity and Faithfulness to it, never the Worse, for that it hath cost them so dear;
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but shall prize it the more, and be the more wary and tender, how they pollute and turn aside from it.
but shall prize it the more, and be the more wary and tender, how they pollute and turn aside from it.
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God hath adventured deep on you, make not him a Liar;
God hath adventured deep on you, make not him a Liar;
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the devil & his instruments will be ready to say concerning you, as once he did to the Lord, concerning his Servant Job; Put them into our power, let us have the handling of them a while,
the Devil & his Instruments will be ready to say Concerning you, as once he did to the Lord, Concerning his Servant Job; Put them into our power, let us have the handling of them a while,
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and thou shalt quickly see, what truth there is in them, or what trust there is to them;
and thou shalt quickly see, what truth there is in them, or what trust there is to them;
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they'l curse thee to thy face, they'l deny thee to thy face, they'l eat their own words, they'l be ashamed of their God, their Godliness, and Confidence. They'll curse thee to thy face, They'll deny thee to thy face, They'll eat their own words, They'll be ashamed of their God, their Godliness, and Confidence.
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Let God be true, Christians, and the Devil a Lyar;
Let God be true, Christians, and the devil a Liar;
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be living Commentaries on this blessed Text; Let the World, and their black Prince see, that they cannot make you miserable,
be living Commentaries on this blessed Text; Let the World, and their black Prince see, that they cannot make you miserable,
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because they cannot make you sinners like themselves:
Because they cannot make you Sinners like themselves:
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That you are still the more upright, for falling into the hands of a crooked Generation:
That you Are still the more upright, for falling into the hands of a crooked Generation:
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Let them see, that though your God will not suffer you, yet you are contented to serve him for nothing.
Let them see, that though your God will not suffer you, yet you Are contented to serve him for nothing.
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That though his Hedge be removed from you, yet your Heart is not removed from him:
That though his Hedge be removed from you, yet your Heart is not removed from him:
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Be able to say, Though all this be come upon us, Our heart is not turned back,
Be able to say, Though all this be come upon us, Our heart is not turned back,
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neither have we declined thy way. neither have we declined thy Way.
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Let our standing and encreasing in the Grace of God, and abounding in the works of Righteousness, be a standing VVitness for God in the VVorld,
Let our standing and increasing in the Grace of God, and abounding in the works of Righteousness, be a standing VVitness for God in the World,
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and a Seal to his Scriptures, and in special to the glorious Truth of this Text.
and a Seal to his Scriptures, and in special to the glorious Truth of this Text.
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4. The evil things of the Saints, prepare better things for them, their Sufferings go into their Reward:
4. The evil things of the Saints, prepare better things for them, their Sufferings go into their Reward:
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As the sufferings of Christ abound in us, so our consolation also aboundeth by Christ: Every suffering comes with a comfort in its Belly:As the sufferings of christ abound in us, so our consolation also Aboundeth by christ: Every suffering comes with a Comfort in its Belly:
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and the sweet is so great, as swallows up the bitter; 'tis a hundred fold, that the Saints gain by all their Losses in this Life;
and the sweet is so great, as Swallows up the bitter; it's a hundred fold, that the Saints gain by all their Losses in this Life;
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but how great shall their Reward be in Heaven! 2 Cor. 4. 17. Our light affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding Eternal Weight of Glory.
but how great shall their Reward be in Heaven! 2 Cor. 4. 17. Our Light affliction, which is but for a moment, works for us a Far more exceeding Eternal Weight of Glory.
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They shall not only have weight for weight, measure for measure, their Load of Glory, for their Load of Sufferings;
They shall not only have weight for weight, measure for measure, their Load of Glory, for their Load of Sufferings;
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but they shall have over-weight, over-measure; good measure, pressed down, heaped together, and running over, shall then be given unto them:
but they shall have overweight, overmeasure; good measure, pressed down, heaped together, and running over, shall then be given unto them:
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According to their deep poverty, shall be the height of their riches;
According to their deep poverty, shall be the height of their riches;
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according as their blackness hath been in their Houses of Bondage, shall be their brightness in the Land of Promise;
according as their blackness hath been in their Houses of Bondage, shall be their brightness in the Land of Promise;
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for all thy shame thou shalt have double: for all thy shame thou shalt have double:
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The double of thy Reproach in Renown, the double of thy Tears in Triumphs, all thy bottled Tears shall be returned in Flagons of Joy,
The double of thy Reproach in Renown, the double of thy Tears in Triumphos, all thy bottled Tears shall be returned in Flagons of Joy,
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yea in Rivers of Eternal Pleasure. By this time Christians, you see what glory there is in this good word:
yea in rivers of Eternal Pleasure. By this time Christians, you see what glory there is in this good word:
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All things shall work together for good to them that love God. And that none may have the face to say, all this is but conceit;All things shall work together for good to them that love God. And that none may have the face to say, all this is but conceit;
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I shall, in the next place, bring in clear and undeniable Evidence, that it is certainly,
I shall, in the next place, bring in clear and undeniable Evidence, that it is Certainly,
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and unquestionably, so as hath been said: And therefore know,
and unquestionably, so as hath been said: And Therefore know,
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5. That all things do and shall certainly work, for good to them that love God.
5. That all things do and shall Certainly work, for good to them that love God.
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This (besides the Testimony of this Scripture) I shall make evident, from these three Propositions.
This (beside the Testimony of this Scripture) I shall make evident, from these three Propositions.
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1. There is a Divine Providence that governs the VVorld.
1. There is a Divine Providence that governs the World.
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2. The Design of Providence, is the accomplishment of the good purpose and promise of God.
2. The Design of Providence, is the accomplishment of the good purpose and promise of God.
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3. The Providence of God shall never fail of accomplishing its end. 1. There is a Divine Providence which governs the VVorld:
3. The Providence of God shall never fail of accomplishing its end. 1. There is a Divine Providence which governs the World:
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the Epicureans, who deny Providence, and leave all on Chance and Fortune, may as well deny that there is a God;
the Epicureans, who deny Providence, and leave all on Chance and Fortune, may as well deny that there is a God;
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which yet they are asham'd to stand to. Of Epicurus himself it was said, Quem nihil pudendum pudet, pudet tamen Deum negare.
which yet they Are ashamed to stand to. Of Epicurus himself it was said, Whom nihil pudendum It is shameful, It is shameful tamen God negare.
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It can be no way reconcilable to the infinite Wisdom of God, who made this Glorious Fabrick, with the various Creatures therein, either not to determine them to their Ends,
It can be no Way reconcilable to the infinite Wisdom of God, who made this Glorious Fabric, with the various Creatures therein, either not to determine them to their Ends,
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or else to take no care for their accomplishing those Ends they are determined to.
or Else to take no care for their accomplishing those Ends they Are determined to.
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The whole Current of Scripture is so plain in these matters, that he that runs may read:
The Whole Current of Scripture is so plain in these matters, that he that runs may read:
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Let the following Scriptures, amongst others be considered. Psal. 97. 1. The Lord reigneth, let the Earth rejoyce, let the isles be glad.
Let the following Scriptures, among Others be considered. Psalm 97. 1. The Lord Reigneth, let the Earth rejoice, let the Isles be glad.
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Psal. 67. 15, 16. The Eyes of all wait upon thee, and thou givest them their Meat in due season:Psalm 67. 15, 16. The Eyes of all wait upon thee, and thou givest them their Meat in due season:
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Thou openest thy hand, and satisfiest the desires of every living thing.
Thou openest thy hand, and satisfiest the Desires of every living thing.
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Psal. 36. 6. Thou preservest man and beast, Psal. 75. 6, 7. Promotion cometh neither from the East,Psalm 36. 6. Thou preservest man and beast, Psalm 75. 6, 7. Promotion comes neither from the East,
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nor from the West, nor from the South; but God is the Judge, he putteth down one, and setteth up another.
nor from the West, nor from the South; but God is the Judge, he putteth down one, and sets up Another.
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Amos 3. 6. Shall there be Evil in a City, and the Lord hath not done it? Psal. 17. 13, 14. Deliver my Soul from the wicked, which is thy Sword, from Men which are thy Hand.Amos 3. 6. Shall there be Evil in a city, and the Lord hath not done it? Psalm 17. 13, 14. Deliver my Soul from the wicked, which is thy Sword, from Men which Are thy Hand.
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The confessions of those Infidels, Nebuchadnezzar and Darius, speak the same, Dan. 4. 35. All the Inhabitants of the Earth are reputed as nothing,The confessions of those Infidels, Nebuchadnezzar and Darius, speak the same, Dan. 4. 35. All the Inhabitants of the Earth Are reputed as nothing,
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and he doth according to his Will, in the Army of heaven, and among the inhabitants of the Earth,
and he does according to his Will, in the Army of heaven, and among the inhabitants of the Earth,
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and none can stay his Hand, or say unto him, What dost thou? Dan. 6. 26. I make a Decree, that in every Dominion of my Kingdom, Men tremble and fear before the God of Daniel, for he is the Living God, and stedfast for ever;
and none can stay his Hand, or say unto him, What dost thou? Dan. 6. 26. I make a decree, that in every Dominion of my Kingdom, Men tremble and Fear before the God of daniel, for he is the Living God, and steadfast for ever;
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and his Kingdom that which shall not be destroyed; and his Dominion shall be even unto the End:
and his Kingdom that which shall not be destroyed; and his Dominion shall be even unto the End:
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He delivereth and rescueth, and he worketh Signes and Wonders in Heaven and Earth; who hath delivered Daniel from the power of the Lions.
He Delivereth and rescueth, and he works Signs and Wonders in Heaven and Earth; who hath Delivered daniel from the power of the Lions.
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But more distinctly, the Lord governs all inanimate and sensitive Creatures, in their actions; he orders the Stars in their courses.
But more distinctly, the Lord governs all inanimate and sensitive Creatures, in their actions; he order the Stars in their courses.
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The Stars in their courses, he made to fight against Sisera. He governs the Winds and the Floods;
The Stars in their courses, he made to fight against Sisera. He governs the Winds and the Floods;
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he bringeth forth the Winds out of his Treasures, he rides upon the wings of the Wind. He maketh the Clouds his Chariots, he sitteth on the Floods;
he brings forth the Winds out of his Treasures, he rides upon the wings of the Wind. He makes the Clouds his Chariots, he Sitteth on the Floods;
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the Thunder and the Hail, and the Rain and the Frosts, are all at his Command:
the Thunder and the Hail, and the Rain and the Frosts, Are all At his Command:
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He giveth Snow like Wool, and scattereth the hoar frost like ashes. He casteth forth the Ice like morsels;
He gives Snow like Wool, and Scattereth the hoar frost like Ashes. He Cast forth the Ice like morsels;
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he sets bounds to the Sea, which it shall not pass; the Birds of the Air, the Beasts of the Field, the Fishes of the Sea;
he sets bounds to the Sea, which it shall not pass; the Birds of the Air, the Beasts of the Field, the Fish of the Sea;
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yea the stones and dust of the Earth, are all at his beck. More especially, he rules and governs the men of this World.
yea the stones and dust of the Earth, Are all At his beck. More especially, he rules and governs the men of this World.
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He sits in all the Counsels of men, though they see him not, he orders all their Decrees; there's no Decree can pass unless God gives his Vote.
He sits in all the Counsels of men, though they see him not, he order all their Decrees; there's no decree can pass unless God gives his Vote.
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He rules in all the actions of men; even those things that are acted through our improvidence, come not to pass without the providence of God.
He rules in all the actions of men; even those things that Are acted through our improvidence, come not to pass without the providence of God.
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He rules in all the changes that are in the world; he changes the times and the seasons; he changes Kingdomes, and Governments;
He rules in all the changes that Are in the world; he changes the times and the seasons; he changes Kingdoms, and Governments;
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he removeth Kings, and setteth up Kings; he makes War, and creates Peace;
he Removeth Kings, and sets up Kings; he makes War, and creates Peace;
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he bendeth the Bow, and breaketh the Bow, and cutteth the Spear in sunder, and burneth the Chariots in the fire:
he bendeth the Bow, and breaks the Bow, and cutteth the Spear in sunder, and burns the Chariots in the fire:
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Peace and War, Health and Sickness, Plenty and Famine, Life and Death, are all the disposures of his hand.
Peace and War, Health and Sickness, Plenty and Famine, Life and Death, Are all the disposures of his hand.
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He orders all the events and casualties of the World; even from the greatest to the smallest.
He order all the events and casualties of the World; even from the greatest to the Smallest.
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Without him, not a Sparrow shall fall, nor a hair of the Head shall perish; though there be to men, yet to the Lord there are no casualties, or contingencies.
Without him, not a Sparrow shall fallen, nor a hair of the Head shall perish; though there be to men, yet to the Lord there Are no casualties, or contingencies.
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But all things come to pass, according as his Hand and Counsel had before determined.
But all things come to pass, according as his Hand and Counsel had before determined.
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2. The design of Providence (as it respects the Elect) is the accomplishment of Gods good purpose and promise.
2. The Design of Providence (as it respects the Elect) is the accomplishment of God's good purpose and promise.
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Providence governs the World, and the purpose and promise governs Providence. All the works of Providence have rationem mediorum ad finem. God doth nothing in vain:
Providence governs the World, and the purpose and promise governs Providence. All the works of Providence have rationem Medium ad finem. God does nothing in vain:
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it is not consistent with the wisdome of God, to do any thing for nothing.
it is not consistent with the Wisdom of God, to do any thing for nothing.
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God would have his People look farther than the things that are before them, because all those things have a farther aspect themselves.
God would have his People look farther than the things that Are before them, Because all those things have a farther aspect themselves.
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All the works of Providence have a double aspect; they look backward, to the purpose and promise;
All the works of Providence have a double aspect; they look backward, to the purpose and promise;
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and they look forward, to the end for which they are:
and they look forward, to the end for which they Are:
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as they look backward, so they have truth in them, exactly answering the purpose and promise from which they have their birth.
as they look backward, so they have truth in them, exactly answering the purpose and promise from which they have their birth.
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As they look forward to their end, so they have good in them;
As they look forward to their end, so they have good in them;
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and that good (their subservience to their end) is the reason of their being. Here note 2. things.
and that good (their subservience to their end) is the reason of their being. Here note 2. things.
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1. That the subserviency of things to their end, is the goodness of them; if the end be good, the means must (as such) be good also:
1. That the subserviency of things to their end, is the Goodness of them; if the end be good, the means must (as such) be good also:
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If what God hath purposed and promised be good, then all things that fall in between, having the respect of means to their accomplishment, must upon that account be good.
If what God hath purposed and promised be good, then all things that fallen in between, having the respect of means to their accomplishment, must upon that account be good.
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If our crosses and afflictions, do subserve the bringing about of Gods good will, and good word, we must say concerning them, Good are the works of the Lord.
If our Crosses and afflictions, do subserve the bringing about of God's good will, and good word, we must say Concerning them, Good Are the works of the Lord.
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It is not, how any thing looks, or feels at present, but what it means, and to what it tends.
It is not, how any thing looks, or feels At present, but what it means, and to what it tends.
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If the potion be bitter, and yet it tends to health;
If the potion be bitter, and yet it tends to health;
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if the Messenger be ill-looked, and ill-favoured, and yet comes upon a good errand, you may bid them welcom.
if the Messenger be ill-looked, and ill-favoured, and yet comes upon a good errand, you may bid them welcome.
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And thus all the Providences of God are good.
And thus all the Providences of God Are good.
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If you should ask of any Providence, wherefore art thou come? comest thou peaceably? comest thou for good? they must all answer, yes, peaceably, for good and no hurt.
If you should ask of any Providence, Wherefore art thou come? Comest thou peaceably? Comest thou for good? they must all answer, yes, peaceably, for good and no hurt.
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'Tis but to help all that good into thy hand, which hath been in the heart,
It's but to help all that good into thy hand, which hath been in the heart,
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and hath proceeded out of the mouth of thy God that loves thee.
and hath proceeded out of the Mouth of thy God that loves thee.
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There is not a Messenger of Sathan, that comes to buffet thee, but is also a Messenger from God, that comes to thee for good.
There is not a Messenger of Sathan, that comes to buffet thee, but is also a Messenger from God, that comes to thee for good.
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The very thorns in thy flesh shall serve thee for Plaissers, thine eye-sores shall be thine eye-salve,
The very thorns in thy Flesh shall serve thee for Plaissers, thine eyesores shall be thine eyesalve,
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and thy very Maladies thy Medicines.
and thy very Maladies thy Medicines.
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2. That this relative goodness of all the works of Providence, is the reason of their Being.
2. That this relative Goodness of all the works of Providence, is the reason of their Being.
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Therefore God doth what he doth, that hereby he may do what he hath said and intended.
Therefore God does what he does, that hereby he may do what he hath said and intended.
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I do not say that the reason of Gods taking this or that means, is alwayes from any thing in it self,
I do not say that the reason of God's taking this or that means, is always from any thing in it self,
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or for his natural tendency to such an end above any thing else:
or for his natural tendency to such an end above any thing Else:
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God hath his choyce of means, he can chuse here or there at pleasure, can make use of what he will to serve his design;
God hath his choice of means, he can choose Here or there At pleasure, can make use of what he will to serve his Design;
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but the reason why things are, is this, God in his Wisdom, saw their ordinability to this good end,
but the reason why things Are, is this, God in his Wisdom, saw their ordinability to this good end,
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and thereupon in his Providence, he orders and brings them to pass.
and thereupon in his Providence, he order and brings them to pass.
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So that now, whatever befals a Christian, he hath this to allay and take off the grievousness and sharpness of it.
So that now, whatever befalls a Christian, he hath this to allay and take off the grievousness and sharpness of it.
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This had never been, but for the good will, and good word of the Lord to me.
This had never been, but for the good will, and good word of the Lord to me.
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The Lord God hath said he will bless me, and do me good; he will heal, and sancti•ie, and save me, and now he is about it;
The Lord God hath said he will bless me, and do me good; he will heal, and sancti•ie, and save me, and now he is about it;
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by this he is working that Salvation for me.
by this he is working that Salvation for me.
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Christians, you have no reason to say, If the Lord be with me, why am I thus? why so poor,Christians, you have no reason to say, If the Lord be with me, why am I thus? why so poor,
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why so pained, so persecuted, so scorned and trampled upon? sure, if the Lord had meant my good, it would have been better than 'tis with me:
why so pained, so persecuted, so scorned and trampled upon? sure, if the Lord had meant my good, it would have been better than it's with me:
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No, no, 'tis because the Lord is with thee, and means thee well, that he deals in this manner with thee.
No, no, it's Because the Lord is with thee, and means thee well, that he deals in this manner with thee.
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The Design of his Providence towards thee, is the accomplishment of his Promise. 3. The Providence of God shall never fail of accomplishing its end.
The Design of his Providence towards thee, is the accomplishment of his Promise. 3. The Providence of God shall never fail of accomplishing its end.
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There is nothing wanting that might give us the fullest assurance hereof. For, 1. The Providence of God hath power with it.
There is nothing wanting that might give us the Fullest assurance hereof. For, 1. The Providence of God hath power with it.
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He is Almighty that hath promised; he that ruleth in the earth, dwelleth in the Heaven, and doth whatsoever he will.
He is Almighty that hath promised; he that Ruleth in the earth, dwells in the Heaven, and does whatsoever he will.
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Our God is in heaven, and doth whatsoever he will. Our God is in heaven, and does whatsoever he will.
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I will work, and who shall lett it? Is. 43. Who can stay his hand,I will work, and who shall let it? Is. 43. Who can stay his hand,
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or say unto him, what doest thou? were it not for our unbelief, our case would be still the same in greatest difficulties,
or say unto him, what dost thou? were it not for our unbelief, our case would be still the same in greatest difficulties,
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as when the Coasts are most clear.
as when the Coasts Are most clear.
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We might say of difficulties, as the Psalmist of darkness, there is no darkness with thee, to thee day and night are both alike.
We might say of difficulties, as the Psalmist of darkness, there is no darkness with thee, to thee day and night Are both alike.
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Difficulties are no difficulties with thee, nor is there difference betwixt hard and easie. He can save with many, or with few;
Difficulties Are no difficulties with thee, nor is there difference betwixt hard and easy. He can save with many, or with few;
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and with none, is as well as with some.
and with none, is as well as with Some.
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We once read he had too many but never that he had too few, to bring about his wosk.
We once read he had too many but never that he had too few, to bring about his wosk.
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Oh how we do desparage the power of God, when our difficulties make us doubt? Is he God,
O how we do desparage the power of God, when our difficulties make us doubt? Is he God,
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and not man? Is he spirit, and not flesh? Wherefore then dost thou doubt? What-ever God hath said he can do:
and not man? Is he Spirit, and not Flesh? Wherefore then dost thou doubt? Whatever God hath said he can do:
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Believe he is a God, and thou wilt never say, How can these things be?
Believe he is a God, and thou wilt never say, How can these things be?
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2. The Providence of God hath wisdom with it: he is the only wise, he is the all-wise God;
2. The Providence of God hath Wisdom with it: he is the only wise, he is the alwise God;
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He knoweth how to deliver the godly out of temptations, 2 Pet. 2. 9. He knoweth what is good for his Saints,He Knoweth how to deliver the godly out of temptations, 2 Pet. 2. 9. He Knoweth what is good for his Saints,
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and when 'twill be in season; he understandeth what is proper, and pertinent to every case.
and when it'll be in season; he understands what is proper, and pertinent to every case.
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What's proper to every purpose, to every people, to every person, and for every season; he knows when 'tis a season to abase, and when to exalt:
What's proper to every purpose, to every people, to every person, and for every season; he knows when it's a season to abase, and when to exalt:
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when to afflict, and when to deliver; when to put on the yoak, and when to take off the yoak;
when to afflict, and when to deliver; when to put on the yoke, and when to take off the yoke;
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when to pull down, and when to build up: every thing is beautiful in its season.
when to pull down, and when to built up: every thing is beautiful in its season.
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If mercies come out of season, mercies would be no mercies; and if troubles come in their season, troubles should be no troubles:
If Mercies come out of season, Mercies would be no Mercies; and if Troubles come in their season, Troubles should be no Troubles:
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He knows the best method, and means to his end, the fittest means;
He knows the best method, and means to his end, the Fittest means;
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he sees somtimes the unfittest to be the fittest, the most unlikely unpromising means, do often best serve Gods end.
he sees sometimes the unfittest to be the Fittest, the most unlikely unpromising means, do often best serve God's end.
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Christians, if you would receive every dispensation, as coming from the hands of the wise God:Christians, if you would receive every Dispensation, as coming from the hands of the wise God:
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you would never quarrel with your lot, nor say of any thing that befals, I might be happy,
you would never quarrel with your lot, nor say of any thing that befalls, I might be happy,
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but this stands in my way.
but this Stands in my Way.
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If you would give God leave to be wiser than you, you would say where-ever you are, its good for me to be here, this is my way to my •est.
If you would give God leave to be Wiser than you, you would say wherever you Are, its good for me to be Here, this is my Way to my •est.
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3. The Providence of God hath faithfulness with it.
3. The Providence of God hath faithfulness with it.
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Psal. 25. 10. All the paths of the Lord are mercy and [ truth ] to them that keep his Covenant,
Psalm 25. 10. All the paths of the Lord Are mercy and [ truth ] to them that keep his Covenant,
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and his Testimonies, Psal. 111. 8. His Works are done in truth. Gods works may be said to be done in truth, in a double sence. In Reality. In Fidelity.and his Testimonies, Psalm 111. 8. His Works Are done in truth. God's works may be said to be done in truth, in a double sense. In Reality. In Fidis.
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1. In Reality; not in specie, or in shew only, but indeed. Gods Comforts, are Comforts indeed; Gods Salvation, is Salvation indeed.
1. In Reality; not in specie, or in show only, but indeed. God's Comforts, Are Comforts indeed; God's Salvation, is Salvation indeed.
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The Devil will come with his gifts, with his comforts, and deliverances; but they are for the most part, but spectra, like himself, shews, and apparitions;
The devil will come with his Gifts, with his comforts, and Deliverances; but they Are for the most part, but spectra, like himself, shows, and apparitions;
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quite another thing, than what they seem to be:
quite Another thing, than what they seem to be:
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sinners comforts, deliverances, enjoyments, wherewith the Devil feeds them, do leave them in as poor a case,
Sinners comforts, Deliverances, enjoyments, wherewith the devil feeds them, do leave them in as poor a case,
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and worse than they found them:
and Worse than they found them:
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you will never thank the Devil for his kindnesses, when you have prov'd them what they are.
you will never thank the devil for his Kindnesses, when you have proved them what they Are.
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If you do not find your selves as fast bound, in the midst of all your liberties;
If you do not find your selves as fast bound, in the midst of all your Liberties;
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if you be not wrapp'd up in as many sorrows, after all the joys he hath procured to you;
if you be not wrapped up in as many sorrows, After all the Joys he hath procured to you;
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if the glittering glories, the glorying pleasures he entices you by, and entertains you with, prove not trash and dirt,
if the glittering Glories, the glorying pleasures he entices you by, and entertains you with, prove not trash and dirt,
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and meer lies in the end, then say, the Devil hath forgotten his trade of lying:
and mere lies in the end, then say, the devil hath forgotten his trade of lying:
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the Devils works will be even like himself, false and deceitful. But God is true, and all his works are done in truth.
the Devils works will be even like himself, false and deceitful. But God is true, and all his works Are done in truth.
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2. In Fidelity, his Works are according to his word. 1 King. 8. 24. Thou hast spoken with thy mouth,
2. In Fidis, his Works Are according to his word. 1 King. 8. 24. Thou hast spoken with thy Mouth,
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& hast fulfilled with thine hand.
& hast fulfilled with thine hand.
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In thy faithfulness, thou hast afflicted me, Psal. 119. Not only in thy faithfulness thou hast saved me, in thy faithfulness thou hast comforted me, in thy faithfulness thou hast succoured me:In thy faithfulness, thou hast afflicted me, Psalm 119. Not only in thy faithfulness thou hast saved me, in thy faithfulness thou hast comforted me, in thy faithfulness thou hast succored me:
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but in thy faithfulness thou hast afflicted me, in thy faithfulness thou hast humbled, and broken me, and cast me down.
but in thy faithfulness thou hast afflicted me, in thy faithfulness thou hast humbled, and broken me, and cast me down.
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The promise of God is, that we shall want nothing; we shall neither want his Staffe, nor his Rod: neither comforts nor crosses; neither joys nor sorrows;
The promise of God is, that we shall want nothing; we shall neither want his Staff, nor his Rod: neither comforts nor Crosses; neither Joys nor sorrows;
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we cannot well want either, and we shall want neither, because God is faithful.
we cannot well want either, and we shall want neither, Because God is faithful.
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You may not only write down with the Apostle, God is faithful, and will not suffer you to be tempted above that which you are able to bear;
You may not only write down with the Apostle, God is faithful, and will not suffer you to be tempted above that which you Are able to bear;
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but you may write also, God is faithful, and will not suffer you to want a temptation.
but you may write also, God is faithful, and will not suffer you to want a temptation.
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When 'tis seasonable, your hearts shall be glad; and if need be, for a season you shall be in heaviness.
When it's seasonable, your hearts shall be glad; and if need be, for a season you shall be in heaviness.
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God is faithfull, he will ever be true to himself, and therefore to you, 2 Tim. 2. 9. He abideth faithful, he cannot deny himself.
God is faithful, he will ever be true to himself, and Therefore to you, 2 Tim. 2. 9. He Abideth faithful, he cannot deny himself.
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Should he be false to his people, he cannot be true to himself, to his purpose and promise;
Should he be false to his people, he cannot be true to himself, to his purpose and promise;
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his Word is not yea and nay.
his Word is not yea and nay.
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God is not as man, that he should lye, or the Son of man, that he should repent;
God is not as man, that he should lie, or the Son of man, that he should Repent;
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that he should say, and unsay: that he should say, and not do;
that he should say, and unsay: that he should say, and not do;
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you may write Gods name upon every word he hath spoken, you may write his Name (I Am) upon all that he hath said: It shall be.
you may write God's name upon every word he hath spoken, you may write his Name (I Am) upon all that he hath said: It shall be.
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Now Christians, put these three Particulars together, and if you cannot spel out the conclusion out of them, the Providence of God will certainly accomplish his good Purpose and Promise concerning you:
Now Christians, put these three Particulars together, and if you cannot spell out the conclusion out of them, the Providence of God will Certainly accomplish his good Purpose and Promise Concerning you:
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You are of little understanding as well as of little Faith. If God governs the World, and nothing comes to pass but by his Providence;
You Are of little understanding as well as of little Faith. If God governs the World, and nothing comes to pass but by his Providence;
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if Providence governs according to Gods Purpose and promise; if Providence cannot fail of accomplishing both.
if Providence governs according to God's Purpose and promise; if Providence cannot fail of accomplishing both.
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If God be Almighty and can, if God be Wise and knowes how, if God be Faithfull and true, let the Devil if he can, with all his Sophistry, evade the Conclusion, That he will certainly do all that good for you which he hath purposed and promised:
If God be Almighty and can, if God be Wise and knows how, if God be Faithful and true, let the devil if he can, with all his Sophistry, evade the Conclusion, That he will Certainly do all that good for you which he hath purposed and promised:
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If God be not able to perform, he is not good;
If God be not able to perform, he is not good;
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if he mistake his way, if he use impertinent, improper means, he is not the All-wise God.
if he mistake his Way, if he use impertinent, improper means, he is not the Alwise God.
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If he do not actually perform what he is able, and knows how to do, when he hath said it, he ceases to be the true God:
If he do not actually perform what he is able, and knows how to do, when he hath said it, he ceases to be the true God:
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So that the matter is brought plainly to this Issue;
So that the matter is brought plainly to this Issue;
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If God be God, if God be the All-wise God, if God be the true and faithful God, this word which he hath spoken, ( All things shall work together for good to those that love God, ) shall not fail of its accomplishment in its season.
If God be God, if God be the Alwise God, if God be the true and faithful God, this word which he hath spoken, (All things shall work together for good to those that love God,) shall not fail of its accomplishment in its season.
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Having thus proved the Doctrine, I shall, after I have added a few words by way of Caution,
Having thus proved the Doctrine, I shall, After I have added a few words by Way of Caution,
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and answered an Objection or two against the Sence I have given, of this Promise, and subjoyned a few particular Inferences, descend to the general Application.
and answered an Objection or two against the Sense I have given, of this Promise, and subjoined a few particular Inferences, descend to the general Application.
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1. By way of Caution. 1. Limit not the Lord to your time and way;
1. By Way of Caution. 1. Limit not the Lord to your time and Way;
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God will make good his word, but you must give him leave to take his own season.
God will make good his word, but you must give him leave to take his own season.
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He that believesh shall not make hast: believe God, but do nor prejudge nor precipitate, least you fall into temptation.He that believesh shall not make haste: believe God, but do nor prejudge nor precipitate, lest you fallen into temptation.
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Put no more into the promise, neither for matter nor circumstance, then God hath put in it:
Put no more into the promise, neither for matter nor circumstance, then God hath put in it:
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put not that into the Promise, which God hath not put in it, lest you miss and come short of that which God hath put in it.
put not that into the Promise, which God hath not put in it, lest you miss and come short of that which God hath put in it.
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Let others mistakes and miscarriages be warnings to you:
Let Others mistakes and miscarriages be Warnings to you:
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till God hath manifestly said, do not you say, This is the time; build not your confidence on conjectures, your Faith on the strongest Presumptions;
till God hath manifestly said, do not you say, This is the time; built not your confidence on Conjectures, your Faith on the Strongest Presumptions;
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lest your Faith prove but a fancy, and your confidence your confusion:
lest your Faith prove but a fancy, and your confidence your confusion:
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make not the promise of God of none effect, by looking for its effect out of season.
make not the promise of God of none Effect, by looking for its Effect out of season.
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Believe not your selves into Infidelity:
Believe not your selves into Infidelity:
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Consider, Acts 1. 7. It is not for you to know the times and the seasons, which God hath put in his own Power.
Consider, Acts 1. 7. It is not for you to know the times and the seasons, which God hath put in his own Power.
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Study the Word, and its commentary, the Works of God, but be sober in your Conclusions.
Study the Word, and its commentary, the Works of God, but be Sobrium in your Conclusions.
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This you may safely depend upon, and this will be enough, if you have no more:
This you may safely depend upon, and this will be enough, if you have no more:
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God will make good his good Word to you, sooner or later, in one time or other, in one way other;
God will make good his good Word to you, sooner or later, in one time or other, in one Way other;
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in the best time, in the best way, in the appointed time, the Vision shall speak and shall not lye, Habak. 2. 3. Though it may tarry, wait for it;
in the best time, in the best Way, in the appointed time, the Vision shall speak and shall not lie, Habak. 2. 3. Though it may tarry, wait for it;
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because it will surely come and will not tarry: At least, at the end of the days.Because it will surely come and will not tarry: At least, At the end of the days.
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When you shall stand in your lott:
When you shall stand in your lot:
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when you shall be gotten on the banks of Canaan, and shall thence look back on the Promises and Providences of God, ye shall see and say, God is faithful, there hath not failed one word of all that he hath promised:
when you shall be got on the banks of Canaan, and shall thence look back on the Promises and Providences of God, you shall see and say, God is faithful, there hath not failed one word of all that he hath promised:
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Now I understand, though once I could not, how every Wheel was turning, every Instrument was moving, every event was working toward my good and everlasting welfare.
Now I understand, though once I could not, how every Wheel was turning, every Instrument was moving, every event was working towards my good and everlasting welfare.
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2. Let not your expectation cause an abortion. Let not your looking for mercy, hinder the working of your affliction:
2. Let not your expectation cause an abortion. Let not your looking for mercy, hinder the working of your affliction:
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It is not seldom, and the Lord grant it be not too common a case, that our door of hope becomes a door of sin.
It is not seldom, and the Lord grant it be not too Common a case, that our door of hope becomes a door of since.
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We do not set our selves with that seriousness, to humble, to purge our selves from our iniquities,
We do not Set our selves with that seriousness, to humble, to purge our selves from our iniquities,
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as we would do, did we apprehend our case more desperate:
as we would do, did we apprehend our case more desperate:
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our feares and our sorrows have not their kindly work upon us, our hopes hinders it.
our fears and our sorrows have not their kindly work upon us, our hope's hinders it.
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We might have been more brokenhearted, had it not been for our hopes of building up:
We might have been more brokenhearted, had it not been for our hope's of building up:
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as it is with a person, who conceives himself to be dying;
as it is with a person, who conceives himself to be dying;
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he then falls to praying and repenting, and setting his heart in order, because he must dye:
he then falls to praying and repenting, and setting his heart in order, Because he must die:
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but upon a little hope of recovery, he layes by his dying thoughts and preparations.
but upon a little hope of recovery, he lays by his dying thoughts and preparations.
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Christians, When-ever you are under afflictions, take heed that your expectation of deliverance to be near, put it not so much the farther off.Christians, Whenever you Are under afflictions, take heed that your expectation of deliverance to be near, put it not so much the farther off.
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Watch narrowly over your selves, and look diligently to it, that your hope of redemption do not harden your hearts,
Watch narrowly over your selves, and look diligently to it, that your hope of redemption do not harden your hearts,
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nor hinder your humiliation and repentance. Hope in God, and wait for the promise of his coming:
nor hinder your humiliation and Repentance. Hope in God, and wait for the promise of his coming:
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But know, That till the Rod hath done its work, it is not like in mercy to be laid by;
But know, That till the Rod hath done its work, it is not like in mercy to be laid by;
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and its better to be continued in the Furnace, than to be brought forth with your dross unpurged away.
and its better to be continued in the Furnace, than to be brought forth with your dross unpurged away.
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Against this blessed Truth, there are some Objections: As,
Against this blessed Truth, there Are Some Objections: As,
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Object. 1. Can it ever be said, That the removal of the Gospel, and the preaching of it, can be for good.
Object. 1. Can it ever be said, That the removal of the Gospel, and the preaching of it, can be for good.
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Sol. This is an hard, Truth; but yet a Truth: That even this shall work for good to those that love God.Sol. This is an hard, Truth; but yet a Truth: That even this shall work for good to those that love God.
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1. It's true, That the removal of the Gospel, and the Ministry of it, is a most grievous Judgment:
1. It's true, That the removal of the Gospel, and the Ministry of it, is a most grievous Judgement:
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and that which carryes with it a greater evidence of wrath and divine displeasure against a People,
and that which carries with it a greater evidence of wrath and divine displeasure against a People,
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than any thing that ever befals them in this World.
than any thing that ever befalls them in this World.
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How great a Judgment it is, we may guess, if we observe those Scripture expressions by which it's set forth It's called the famine of the Word, Amos 8. 11. The glory departed. 1 Sam. 4. The Kingdome of Heaven taken away, Matth. 6. 41. The Salvation of God sent away, Acts 28. and can there any thing worse befal a People? a Soul-famine,
How great a Judgement it is, we may guess, if we observe those Scripture expressions by which it's Set forth It's called the famine of the Word, Amos 8. 11. The glory departed. 1 Sam. 4. The Kingdom of Heaven taken away, Matthew 6. 41. The Salvation of God sent away, Acts 28. and can there any thing Worse befall a People? a Soul-famine,
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an Eclipse of their spiritual glory, the shutting up of the Kingdom of Heaven, the carrying away of the Salvation of God:
an Eclipse of their spiritual glory, the shutting up of the Kingdom of Heaven, the carrying away of the Salvation of God:
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What worse thing can come unto them? It's a great wonder there should be no deeper Sense of this most dreadful of evils, than is mostly found:
What Worse thing can come unto them? It's a great wonder there should be no Deeper Sense of this most dreadful of evils, than is mostly found:
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Men little understand what they do, who either in away of merit, or instrumentally, procure, and bring on this plague;
Men little understand what they do, who either in away of merit, or instrumentally, procure, and bring on this plague;
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and few understand, or are sensible, what they herein suffer; to be an instrument in this hellish work, is an office for a Devil;
and few understand, or Are sensible, what they herein suffer; to be an Instrument in this hellish work, is an office for a devil;
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and the suffering of such a plague, (to them that understand it) is an hell above ground. This darkness is the very same for kind, with the darkness of Hell;
and the suffering of such a plague, (to them that understand it) is an hell above ground. This darkness is the very same for kind, with the darkness of Hell;
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as the light of the Gospel is the same in kind, with the everlasting light, as glory under age;
as the Light of the Gospel is the same in kind, with the everlasting Light, as glory under age;
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so is this thick darkness, in specie, and in semine, the darkness of the pit. Oh, what an hell of wickedness doth this World then become!
so is this thick darkness, in specie, and in Seed, the darkness of the pit. O, what an hell of wickedness does this World then become!
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the Devil is then in his Region, is let loose, rules the World at pleasure, deceives, devours, destroys Souls, without contradiction, takes them captive at his will, carries them down by whole shoals to destruction:
the devil is then in his Region, is let lose, rules the World At pleasure, deceives, devours, Destroys Souls, without contradiction, Takes them captive At his will, carries them down by Whole shoals to destruction:
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Those that observe what a World there is, where the Gospel is not; what oaths, curses, blasphemies, belluine lusts then abound;
Those that observe what a World there is, where the Gospel is not; what Oaths, curses, Blasphemies, belluine Lustiest then abound;
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what Lions, Tygers, wild Bulls, wild Boars, Men then become one to another, need not be to seek for an Argument, to prove there is an Hell; they see an Hell aboveground.
what Lions, Tigers, wild Bulls, wild Boars, Men then become one to Another, need not be to seek for an Argument, to prove there is an Hell; they see an Hell aboveground.
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These dark and dismal seasons, are the Devil's Marts, where he may vent his Hellish Wares, his snares,
These dark and dismal seasons, Are the Devil's Marts, where he may vent his Hellish Wares, his snares,
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and temptations, his deceits and delusions, and every abominable thing by whole sale: there's nothing so false, so vile;
and temptations, his Deceits and delusions, and every abominable thing by Whole sale: there's nothing so false, so vile;
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and abominable, but he can put it off at pleasure;
and abominable, but he can put it off At pleasure;
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Adultery, Drunkennesse, VVitchcraft, Sodomy, Buggery, Blasphemy, Idolatry, Atheism, any thing that Sathan hath to offer, he'l find Customers enough to receive:
Adultery, drunkenness, VVitchcraft, Sodomy, Buggery, Blasphemy, Idolatry, Atheism, any thing that Sathan hath to offer, He'll find Customers enough to receive:
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and the truth is the Devil may spare his pains;
and the truth is the devil may spare his pains;
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men then need not a Devil to damn them, they'l do it fast enough of their own accords.
men then need not a devil to damn them, They'll do it fast enough of their own accords.
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Oh 'twere happy, if Saints were so busie in improving their Light, to hasten them Heaven-wards,
O 'twere happy, if Saints were so busy in improving their Light, to hasten them Heavenwards,
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as Sinners do their Darkness, to hury them to Hell. Oh the sad proofs, that the VVorld affords of this Dreadfull Truth:
as Sinners do their Darkness, to hury them to Hell. O the sad proofs, that the World affords of this Dreadful Truth:
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Look into all the dark Corners of the Earth, especially there where there hath been Light,
Look into all the dark Corners of the Earth, especially there where there hath been Light,
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and see if you find not all this fully proved to your hand.
and see if you find not all this Fully proved to your hand.
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Can he then be accounted a Christian, whose heart doth not tremble at the Thoughts and the Fears of such a sore Judgement? He is both dark and dead indeed, to whom such a Mist is not as the first-born of Death, or the King of Terrours.
Can he then be accounted a Christian, whose heart does not tremble At the Thoughts and the Fears of such a soar Judgement? He is both dark and dead indeed, to whom such a Missed is not as the firstborn of Death, or the King of Terrors.
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Christians, if ever this should be your case, make not light of it;
Christians, if ever this should be your case, make not Light of it;
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and take heed, how sad soever it may seem in its first approach, that no Tract of Time do wear off the sence of it.
and take heed, how sad soever it may seem in its First approach, that no Tract of Time do wear off the sense of it.
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Those that are weary of the Gospel, that cry out of too much Preaching, that are sick of the Light that shines unto them, you may know by what hath been said, what Judgement to have of them.
Those that Are weary of the Gospel, that cry out of too much Preaching, that Are sick of the Light that shines unto them, you may know by what hath been said, what Judgement to have of them.
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But is it not strange, that there should be any such? That those that have lived in the Light,
But is it not strange, that there should be any such? That those that have lived in the Light,
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and seen something, what difference there is between Light and Darkness, should yet love Darkness, rather than Light? Is it not yet more strange, that any that pretend to be set up for Lights, should be for Darkness? That the Prophets should be against Prophecying? that the Pulpits should ring against Preaching? Some there are, that are not ashamed to tell us, that hence come all our mischiefs and miseries;
and seen something, what difference there is between Light and Darkness, should yet love Darkness, rather than Light? Is it not yet more strange, that any that pretend to be Set up for Lights, should be for Darkness? That the prophets should be against Prophesying? that the Pulpits should ring against Preaching? some there Are, that Are not ashamed to tell us, that hence come all our mischiefs and misery's;
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to tell us, and to stand to it, that there's now, in such a Land as this, little need of Preaching; that it had its use in the first publishing and planting of the Gospel;
to tell us, and to stand to it, that there's now, in such a Land as this, little need of Preaching; that it had its use in the First publishing and planting of the Gospel;
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but now that the Gospel is received, and embraced, and competently understood, there's now little more need of Preaching: Praying, and Reading may now serve the turn.
but now that the Gospel is received, and embraced, and competently understood, there's now little more need of Preaching: Praying, and Reading may now serve the turn.
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I would put in a word or two to such.
I would put in a word or two to such.
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No need of Preaching; Why? Is the end of Preaching accomplish'd? Till the end be attained, there's still need, that the means be continued:
No need of Preaching; Why? Is the end of Preaching accomplished? Till the end be attained, there's still need, that the means be continued:
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and what was the end of Preaching? Was it mens Instruction only, to bring them to the knowledge of Christ, to turn them from Darkness to Light? Was it not for their Conversion also, to turn them from the power of Satan unto God? Yea,
and what was the end of Preaching? Was it men's Instruction only, to bring them to the knowledge of christ, to turn them from Darkness to Light? Was it not for their Conversion also, to turn them from the power of Satan unto God? Yea,
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and their Edification and Building up in Holiness to Salvation? Let these following Scriptures be consulted, Acts 26. 18. Eph. 4. 11, 12, 13. The Apostle Peter, 2 Pet. 1. 12, 13. told those Christians to whom he wrote, that he would,
and their Edification and Building up in Holiness to Salvation? Let these following Scriptures be consulted, Acts 26. 18. Ephesians 4. 11, 12, 13. The Apostle Peter, 2 Pet. 1. 12, 13. told those Christians to whom he wrote, that he would,
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and he thought it meet so to do, to put them in remembrance, as long as he lived,
and he Thought it meet so to do, to put them in remembrance, as long as he lived,
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and to stir them up to their duty; though says he, you know and be established in the present truth.
and to stir them up to their duty; though Says he, you know and be established in the present truth.
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You say you need no more Preaching, the Preacher can tell you no more than you know already;
You say you need no more Preaching, the Preacher can tell you no more than you know already;
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and might not these have better said it, when the Apostle acknowledgeth of them, that they did know,
and might not these have better said it, when the Apostle acknowledgeth of them, that they did know,
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and more than that, were established in those very Truths, he meant, to continue Preaching to them? And yet he tells them, it's meet they be still put in remembrance of them:
and more than that, were established in those very Truths, he meant, to continue Preaching to them? And yet he tells them, it's meet they be still put in remembrance of them:
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Sure Peters Authority weighs not so much with these men, as his that pretends to sit in Peter's Chair: But hath the Gospel indeed done its Work,
Sure Peter's authority weighs not so much with these men, as his that pretends to fit in Peter's Chair: But hath the Gospel indeed done its Work,
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and reached its End? Witness the Objectors own cases.
and reached its End? Witness the Objectors own cases.
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Let not onely their Lewdness and Impenitency, but their Ignorance and Unbelief, come in and testifie, whether it hath or no.
Let not only their lewdness and Impenitency, but their Ignorance and Unbelief, come in and testify, whither it hath or no.
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They that have most need themselves, are they that say, There's no more need of Preaching.
They that have most need themselves, Are they that say, There's no more need of Preaching.
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There needs no more Argument, to stop such Mouthes, but the shewing themselves:
There needs no more Argument, to stop such Mouths, but the showing themselves:
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Or if it should have done its work upon you, yet hath it done its work upon all:
Or if it should have done its work upon you, yet hath it done its work upon all:
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Are there no Unbelievers left? Have all men Faith? Faith comes by Hearing; and how shall they hear without a Preacher? If you say, they have Bibles to instruct them,
are there no Unbelievers left? Have all men Faith? Faith comes by Hearing; and how shall they hear without a Preacher? If you say, they have Bibles to instruct them,
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and their own Consciences to preach to them: I answer, First, for their Bibles, two Things:
and their own Consciences to preach to them: I answer, First, for their Bibles, two Things:
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1. Those that are no Friends to the Pulpit, are none of the best Friends to the Bible:
1. Those that Are no Friends to the Pulpit, Are none of the best Friends to the bible:
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Those that would not that the people should hear, care not how little they read the Scriptures:
Those that would not that the people should hear, care not how little they read the Scriptures:
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And be sure, whenever Preaching is let fall, the Bible will in a little while be laid aside.
And be sure, whenever Preaching is let fallen, the bible will in a little while be laid aside.
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2. Understandest thou what thou readest? How canst thou without a Guide? He knows but little of the Scriptures, that doth not understand that they are hard to be understood.
2. Understandest thou what thou Readest? How Canst thou without a Guide? He knows but little of the Scriptures, that does not understand that they Are hard to be understood.
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There are, the Apostle tells us, NONLATINALPHABET in the Scriptures, Things hard to be understood:
There Are, the Apostle tells us, in the Scriptures, Things hard to be understood:
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As there are many NONLATINALPHABET to all that read, so to many that read, all are so.
As there Are many to all that read, so to many that read, all Are so.
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The Vulgar can as well read the Scriptures without their own Eyes, as understand them without the Preacher's Lips. Till we come to hold, that Ignorance is the Mother of Devotion, or that Images are Lay-mens Gospel: till then, let it be granted as necessary, that the Preacher's Lips preserve Knowledge.
The vulgar can as well read the Scriptures without their own Eyes, as understand them without the Preacher's Lips. Till we come to hold, that Ignorance is the Mother of Devotion, or that Images Are Laymen's Gospel: till then, let it be granted as necessary, that the Preacher's Lips preserve Knowledge.
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2. For Conscience; let the Word, at least, be Preached so long, till it be made manifest in the Consciences of all the Hearers:
2. For Conscience; let the Word, At least, be Preached so long, till it be made manifest in the Consciences of all the Hearers:
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That Conscience that hath not been sufficiently preached to, will prove an insufficient Preacher: Let preaching be continued, till the Word be manifested in the Consciences of all the Hearers;
That Conscience that hath not been sufficiently preached to, will prove an insufficient Preacher: Let preaching be continued, till the Word be manifested in the Consciences of all the Hearers;
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(25) part (DIV2)
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and if you will needs have it so, then let it be forborn.
and if you will needs have it so, then let it be forborn.
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(25) part (DIV2)
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Secondly, hath the Devil yet given over Preaching, and are the Preachers yet silent? Hath the Devil yet given over his Preaching, his deceiving Souls, his perverting the good wayes of the Lord,
Secondly, hath the devil yet given over Preaching, and Are the Preachers yet silent? Hath the devil yet given over his Preaching, his deceiving Souls, his perverting the good ways of the Lord,
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(25) part (DIV2)
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and discouraging persons from walking in them? Sure there's need that Christ be preached, while there is a Devil that impeaches him.
and discouraging Persons from walking in them? Sure there's need that christ be preached, while there is a devil that impeaches him.
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(25) part (DIV2)
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Hath the Devil them that preach him every day, and must not Christ have them that preach him, at least every Sabbath-day? may once a moneth, or once a quarter, be enough for these,
Hath the devil them that preach him every day, and must not christ have them that preach him, At least every Sabbath-day? may once a Monn, or once a quarter, be enough for these,
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(25) part (DIV2)
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when every day, and all the day-long, does scarce suffice for those? When, or where are evil men silent? Are they not preaching daily? in the House, in the Streets, in the Taverns, on the Stage, in the Stews? Preaching by their Oaths, their Curses, by their Lyes, by their Scoffs, by their Habits, by their Cups, by their Whores,
when every day, and all the daylong, does scarce suffice for those? When, or where Are evil men silent? are they not preaching daily? in the House, in the Streets, in the Taverns, on the Stage, in the Stews? Preaching by their Oaths, their Curses, by their Lies, by their Scoffs, by their Habits, by their Cups, by their Whores,
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(25) part (DIV2)
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and almost by all their words, and works? And is there no need that Christ be any longer preached any where,
and almost by all their words, and works? And is there no need that christ be any longer preached any where,
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(25) part (DIV2)
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when the Devil is preached every where? If in such a case the Preachers of Christ should altogether hold their peace, might we not expect that the very stones would cry out? This is but a seasonable Demand.
when the devil is preached every where? If in such a case the Preachers of christ should altogether hold their peace, might we not expect that the very stones would cry out? This is but a seasonable Demand.
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(25) part (DIV2)
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Let Faith and Holiness, first have none found that preach against them, before those that preach them, be concluded, such as may well be spared:
Let Faith and Holiness, First have none found that preach against them, before those that preach them, be concluded, such as may well be spared:
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(25) part (DIV2)
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But what need we reason any longer, in a case so plain, wherein I can have no Adversaries,
But what need we reason any longer, in a case so plain, wherein I can have no Adversaries,
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(25) part (DIV2)
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but such as the Apostle had, when he fought with Beasts at Ephesus. Whosoever is an Adversary to Preaching, is either an Infidel, or a Brute.
but such as the Apostle had, when he fought with Beasts At Ephesus. Whosoever is an Adversary to Preaching, is either an Infidel, or a Brutus.
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(25) part (DIV2)
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I shall only leave one word for such to chew upon, and so leave them and their cause to the Judgment of God, Act. 13. 46. It was necessary, that the Word of God should have been first spoken to you:
I shall only leave one word for such to chew upon, and so leave them and their cause to the Judgement of God, Act. 13. 46. It was necessary, that the Word of God should have been First spoken to you:
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(25) part (DIV2)
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but because you put it from you, and judge your selves unworthy of everlasting Life,
but Because you put it from you, and judge your selves unworthy of everlasting Life,
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(25) part (DIV2)
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Lo we turn unto the Gentiles? Let all back-friends to Preaching, pause sadly upon that Word;Lo we turn unto the Gentiles? Let all Backfriends to Preaching, pause sadly upon that Word;
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(25) part (DIV2)
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you have prevented the Judgement of God, by putting the Word from you, you have given your selves your own Sentence, you have judged your selves unworthy of Everlasting Life.
you have prevented the Judgement of God, by putting the Word from you, you have given your selves your own Sentence, you have judged your selves unworthy of Everlasting Life.
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(25) part (DIV2)
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Well, by what hath been said, notwithstanding all that can be said against it, it appears, that the removal of the Gospel,
Well, by what hath been said, notwithstanding all that can be said against it, it appears, that the removal of the Gospel,
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(25) part (DIV2)
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and the preaching of it, is a grievous Judgement.
and the preaching of it, is a grievous Judgement.
cc dt vvg pp-f pn31, vbz dt j n1.
(25) part (DIV2)
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2. This grievous Judgment shall yet work to the good of Saints: That which comes in Wrath on some, may be in Mercy to others:
2. This grievous Judgement shall yet work to the good of Saints: That which comes in Wrath on Some, may be in Mercy to Others:
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(25) part (DIV2)
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'Tis the ignorant, the unconverted, the unbelieving part of men, on whom the Vengeance of this Judgment falls:
It's the ignorant, the unconverted, the unbelieving part of men, on whom the Vengeance of this Judgement falls:
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(25) part (DIV2)
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'Tis those that are weary of the Word, that can worse it.
It's those that Are weary of the Word, that can Worse it.
pn31|vbz d cst vbr j pp-f dt n1, cst vmb av-jc pn31.
(25) part (DIV2)
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Sinners, you that say to the Seers, see not, to the Prophets, prophesie no more to us;
Sinners, you that say to the Seers, see not, to the prophets, prophesy no more to us;
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(25) part (DIV2)
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let us alone, we have enough of this preaching:
let us alone, we have enough of this preaching:
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(25) part (DIV2)
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if God once say, as you say, Let it be according to their word, 'tis your Souls are like to go for it:
if God once say, as you say, Let it be according to their word, it's your Souls Are like to go for it:
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(25) part (DIV2)
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And 'tis not the least aggravation of the Sorrows of the Saints, the misery they see, hereby coming on you:
And it's not the least aggravation of the Sorrows of the Saints, the misery they see, hereby coming on you:
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(25) part (DIV2)
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As for themselves, (that I may answer more distinctly) 1. The Gospel shall never be totally removed from them;
As for themselves, (that I may answer more distinctly) 1. The Gospel shall never be totally removed from them;
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(25) part (DIV2)
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they shall never see days of Famine: If they never again hear the joyful Sound from without, they shall have it within.
they shall never see days of Famine: If they never again hear the joyful Found from without, they shall have it within.
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(25) part (DIV2)
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The VVord which they have receiv'd, shall be in them a VVell of VVater, springing up unto Eternal Life:
The Word which they have received, shall be in them a Well of VVater, springing up unto Eternal Life:
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(25) part (DIV2)
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If the showers and the Rain fail, yet the Spring whic• is within them, shall supply that want:
If the showers and the Rain fail, yet the Spring whic• is within them, shall supply that want:
cs dt n2 cc dt n1 vvb, av dt n1 n1 vbz p-acp pno32, vmb vvi d n1:
(25) part (DIV2)
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If they have no Bible in the House, no Preaching in the Pulpit, yet they have a Bible in their Hearts, a Preacher in their Breasts, that shall instruct and comfort them.
If they have no bible in the House, no Preaching in the Pulpit, yet they have a bible in their Hearts, a Preacher in their Breasts, that shall instruct and Comfort them.
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(25) part (DIV2)
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Pharaoh 's Dream, and the Interpretation of it, shall be to the Egyptians, and not to Israel. The lean Kine shall not devour the fat ones;Pharaoh is Dream, and the Interpretation of it, shall be to the egyptians, and not to Israel. The lean Kine shall not devour the fat ones;
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(25) part (DIV2)
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there is a Store-house, from whence they shall be supply'd.
there is a Storehouse, from whence they shall be supplied.
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(25) part (DIV2)
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VVhatever scarcity there be, this is certain, not one of them shall want a Viaticum, to bring them to their Journeys end.
Whatever scarcity there be, this is certain, not one of them shall want a Viaticum, to bring them to their Journeys end.
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(25) part (DIV2)
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God will not suffer one of his Elect to starve or perish in the way:
God will not suffer one of his Elect to starve or perish in the Way:
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(25) part (DIV2)
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There shall not fail means of one kind or another, till the whole Body be perfected and built up:
There shall not fail means of one kind or Another, till the Whole Body be perfected and built up:
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(25) part (DIV2)
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Till (we all) come unto a perfect Man, unto the measure of the stature of the fulness of Christ. Till (we all) come unto a perfect Man, unto the measure of the stature of the fullness of christ.
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(25) part (DIV2)
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2. That Scarcity, that does at any time befall them, shall happen to them for the better, and not for the worse.
2. That Scarcity, that does At any time befall them, shall happen to them for the better, and not for the Worse.
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(25) part (DIV2)
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1. For who knows, when-ever the Ministry is removed, but it may be in order to a greater Glory at it's Return? Perhaps, God's sending away Pastors from a People, may be as Paul 's absence from the Romanes, that they may return, in the fulness of the blessing of the Gospel:
1. For who knows, whenever the Ministry is removed, but it may be in order to a greater Glory At it's Return? Perhaps, God's sending away Pastors from a People, may be as Paul is absence from the Romans, that they may return, in the fullness of the blessing of the Gospel:
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(25) part (DIV2)
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Or as Onesimus his departing from Philemon: Perhaps, they therefore depart for a season, that they may be received for ever:
Or as Onesimus his departing from Philemon: Perhaps, they Therefore depart for a season, that they may be received for ever:
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(25) part (DIV2)
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Or if this should not be the case of any particular Church, if they should return no more; yet,
Or if this should not be the case of any particular Church, if they should return no more; yet,
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(25) part (DIV2)
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2. Their want of means shall supply their want of means; their want of means shall be their means:
2. Their want of means shall supply their want of means; their want of means shall be their means:
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(25) part (DIV2)
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When they have no Preacher, their empty Pulpits shall preach to them; this most smarting of Rods will have its voyce.
When they have no Preacher, their empty Pulpits shall preach to them; this most smarting of Rods will have its voice.
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(25) part (DIV2)
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If they have no longer the Light with them, their darkness shall instruct them;
If they have no longer the Light with them, their darkness shall instruct them;
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(25) part (DIV2)
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if they want their burning Lights, the very Cold shall preserve and increase their inward vigour;
if they want their burning Lights, the very Cold shall preserve and increase their inward vigour;
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(25) part (DIV2)
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the wickedness of others shall make them more holy; the violence of evil men upon sin, shall enkindle their zeal for God;
the wickedness of Others shall make them more holy; the violence of evil men upon since, shall enkindle their zeal for God;
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(25) part (DIV2)
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the darkness that's here below shall make them to live more above; and all this shall make to their fuller reward.
the darkness that's Here below shall make them to live more above; and all this shall make to their fuller reward.
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(25) part (DIV2)
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'Tis a greater vertue to keep up the heart, to keep on our way, where there is a want,
It's a greater virtue to keep up the heart, to keep on our Way, where there is a want,
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(25) part (DIV2)
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than where there are abundance of means and helps; and an higher vertue shall have a greater reward.
than where there Are abundance of means and helps; and an higher virtue shall have a greater reward.
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(25) part (DIV2)
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3. The failing of the Word will bring back to their Memories, and upon their own hearts, that which they have received;
3. The failing of the Word will bring back to their Memories, and upon their own hearts, that which they have received;
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(25) part (DIV2)
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and as the emptiness of the Stomack, will cause a second and better Conc•ction, and turn it into better nourishment;
and as the emptiness of the Stomach, will cause a second and better Conc•ction, and turn it into better nourishment;
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(25) part (DIV2)
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when there are no more Loaves, they'l gather up the Fragments, that nothing be lost; the less there is, more to be had;
when there Are no more Loaves, They'll gather up the Fragments, that nothing be lost; the less there is, more to be had;
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(25) part (DIV2)
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the more reckoning, & the better use they will make of what they have; their present want, will be a rebuke of their former wantonness:
the more reckoning, & the better use they will make of what they have; their present want, will be a rebuke of their former wantonness:
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(25) part (DIV2)
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their want of remembrancers will help their Memories, & whet their Appetites. Every old truth, that hath been too much laid by, will then be precious.
their want of remembrancers will help their Memories, & whet their Appetites. Every old truth, that hath been too much laid by, will then be precious.
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(25) part (DIV2)
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4. Whenever ordinary means fail, God will either find extraordinary, or else will feed them more immediately on himself, Psal. 34. 9. God hath promised, that those that fear the Lord, shall want no good thing.
4. Whenever ordinary means fail, God will either find extraordinary, or Else will feed them more immediately on himself, Psalm 34. 9. God hath promised, that those that Fear the Lord, shall want no good thing.
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(25) part (DIV2)
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If that be meant of temporal good things, yet sure, it will yield us an argument, that will reach the present case.
If that be meant of temporal good things, yet sure, it will yield us an argument, that will reach the present case.
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(25) part (DIV2)
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If God will provide for their Carkases, much more for their Souls.
If God will provide for their Carcases, much more for their Souls.
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(25) part (DIV2)
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If God will supply them with less necessaries, then doubtless he will not be wanting in what is absolutely necessary, Psal. 23. 1, 2, 3. The Lord is my Shepherd, I shall not want;
If God will supply them with less necessaries, then doubtless he will not be wanting in what is absolutely necessary, Psalm 23. 1, 2, 3. The Lord is my Shepherd, I shall not want;
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(25) part (DIV2)
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and so on through the Psalm. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the dayes of my life;
and so on through the Psalm. Surely Goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life;
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and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord for ever. Here we have the Psalmists conclusion, and it's foundation;and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord for ever. Here we have the Psalmists conclusion, and it's Foundation;
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or his confidence, and its ground; his foundation or ground is, the Lord is my Shepheard;
or his confidence, and its ground; his Foundation or ground is, the Lord is my Shepherd;
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his conclusion and confidence is, I shall not want; that is, neither the Body, nor Soul;
his conclusion and confidence is, I shall not want; that is, neither the Body, nor Soul;
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as appears by the following part of the Psalm. If Davids Logick, and his Faith too, does not fail him, the conclusion is firm;
as appears by the following part of the Psalm. If Davids Logic, and his Faith too, does not fail him, the conclusion is firm;
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let the Lord be his Shepherd, and he shall not know famine or want. Gods Relation to his people, is their security, for a sufficient provision in all times.
let the Lord be his Shepherd, and he shall not know famine or want. God's Relation to his people, is their security, for a sufficient provision in all times.
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If the Lord be their Shepherd, he must see them fed; he must either find them those that shall, or do it himself.
If the Lord be their Shepherd, he must see them fed; he must either find them those that shall, or do it himself.
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He must either find them Pastors, or be their Pastor; he must either provide them, or be their Pasture.
He must either find them Pastors, or be their Pastor; he must either provide them, or be their Pasture.
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If ordinary means fail, he must find extraordinary, if both fail, he must be instead of means to them. Here two things.
If ordinary means fail, he must find extraordinary, if both fail, he must be instead of means to them. Here two things.
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1. That God stands engaged, as the Shepherd of his people, where ordinary means fail, either to provide them extraordinary,
1. That God Stands engaged, as the Shepherd of his people, where ordinary means fail, either to provide them extraordinary,
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or to feed them more immediately from himself.
or to feed them more immediately from himself.
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2. That extraordinary means, or no means, when God brings his people to it, will be better than their ordinary means.
2. That extraordinary means, or no means, when God brings his people to it, will be better than their ordinary means.
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1. That God stands engaged, as the Shepherd of his people, where ordinary means fail, either to provide them extraordinary,
1. That God Stands engaged, as the Shepherd of his people, where ordinary means fail, either to provide them extraordinary,
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or to feed them more immediately from himself. Feed them he must, or he cannot be faithful;
or to feed them more immediately from himself. Feed them he must, or he cannot be faithful;
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and if means fail, he must supply that want one way or other. Now God is faithful, and will not see his Sheep to starve.
and if means fail, he must supply that want one Way or other. Now God is faithful, and will not see his Sheep to starve.
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Isa. 41. 17, 18. When the poor and needy seek water, and there is none, Isaiah 41. 17, 18. When the poor and needy seek water, and there is none,
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and their tongue faileth for thirst, I the Lord will hear them, I the God of Israel will not forsake them.
and their tongue Faileth for thirst, I the Lord will hear them, I the God of Israel will not forsake them.
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I will open Rivers in high places, and Fountains in the midst of the Vallyes;
I will open rivers in high places, and Fountains in the midst of the Valleys;
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I will make the Wilderness a Pool of water, and the dry Land, Springs of water. I will make the Wilderness a Pool of water, and the dry Land, Springs of water.
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Oh what a good Word is here for the poor Saints to live upon in hard times!
O what a good Word is Here for the poor Saints to live upon in hard times!
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It is interpreted to have an immediate reference to the outward, and yet a special respect also to the spiritual wants and distresses.
It is interpreted to have an immediate Referente to the outward, and yet a special respect also to the spiritual Wants and Distresses.
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And it will appear, if we compare it with the like expressions. Chap. 44. 3. I will pour water upon him that is thirsty,
And it will appear, if we compare it with the like expressions. Chap. 44. 3. I will pour water upon him that is thirsty,
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and floods upon the dry ground: I will pour my Spirit on thy Seed, and my blessing upon thine off-spring. and floods upon the dry ground: I will pour my Spirit on thy Seed, and my blessing upon thine offspring.
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From the former Scriptures note, 1. That the poor people of God, may somtimes be (as to the visible Soul-provisions) but in a poor case.
From the former Scriptures note, 1. That the poor people of God, may sometimes be (as to the visible Soul-provisions) but in a poor case.
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Needy, and hungry, and thirsty, their hearts fainting, their tongues failing for thirst, and their waters dryed up.
Needy, and hungry, and thirsty, their hearts fainting, their tongues failing for thirst, and their waters dried up.
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[ If they seek water, and there be none. ] 2. All the wants and straits of the Saints, are before the Lord.
[ If they seek water, and there be none. ] 2. All the Wants and straits of the Saints, Are before the Lord.
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[ I the Lord will hear.
[ I the Lord will hear.
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] Christians, though those that should will not, yet he that can, will hear the cryes of your Souls:
] Christians, though those that should will not, yet he that can, will hear the cries of your Souls:
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all your faintings, and p•ntings, and longings for the water of life, are before your eyes,
all your faintings, and p•ntings, and longings for the water of life, Are before your eyes,
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and come up into the ears of the Lord of Sabbath.
and come up into the ears of the Lord of Sabbath.
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3. God hath more wayes than one to relieve the wants, and refresh the bowels of his hungry ones.
3. God hath more ways than one to relieve the Wants, and refresh the bowels of his hungry ones.
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He hath extraordinary means for extraordinary cases. If they can find no common Rivers, he will open, or make new Rivers.
He hath extraordinary means for extraordinary cases. If they can find no Common rivers, he will open, or make new rivers.
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The high places, the dry places, the very Rock will yield a River, when God commands it.
The high places, the dry places, the very Rock will yield a River, when God commands it.
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4. Gods extraordinary Provisions shall not be scanty and penurious, but rich and plentiful.
4. God's extraordinary Provisions shall not be scanty and penurious, but rich and plentiful.
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'Tis not some drops, or now and then a draught, a little to stay the longing,
It's not Some drops, or now and then a draught, a little to stay the longing,
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or barely enough to keep them alive; he prepares them Rivers, Fountains, Pools, Springs of water.
or barely enough to keep them alive; he prepares them rivers, Fountains, Pools, Springs of water.
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[ I will open Rivers in the high places, Fountains in the Vallies, &c. ] Where-ever they be cast, in the high Places, in the Vallies, in the Wildernesse, in the dry Lands, where-ever they be cast, I will cause provision enough to meet them;
[ I will open rivers in the high places, Fountains in the Valleys, etc. ] Wherever they be cast, in the high Places, in the Valleys, in the Wilderness, in the dry Lands, wherever they be cast, I will cause provision enough to meet them;
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though they have neither bag, nor bottle, nor any thing to carry with them, they shall not want;
though they have neither bag, nor Bottle, nor any thing to carry with them, they shall not want;
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the Rivers shall meet them, Springs shall arise and break forth to them.
the rivers shall meet them, Springs shall arise and break forth to them.
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5. They are not the wanting, but the thirsting, the seeking Souls, whom God will supply.
5. They Are not the wanting, but the thirsting, the seeking Souls, whom God will supply.
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When the poor and needy [ seek ] water, and there is none, Oh Christians! how many poor are there, that fit down by their poverty;
When the poor and needy [ seek ] water, and there is none, O Christians! how many poor Are there, that fit down by their poverty;
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who if they starve, yet will not beg, their emptiness hath taken away their Appetites. These are sad Souls;
who if they starve, yet will not beg, their emptiness hath taken away their Appetites. These Are sad Souls;
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'tis a sad sight, to behold a company of hunger-bitten Souls, sit weeping and sighing, seeking after the Bread and Water of life, and finding none;
it's a sad sighed, to behold a company of hunger-bitten Souls, fit weeping and sighing, seeking After the Bred and Water of life, and finding none;
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but to see empty, and yet not hungry; fainting, and yet not panting, Souls;
but to see empty, and yet not hungry; fainting, and yet not panting, Souls;
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to see Souls even dying away for want, and yet not desiring or craving a supply, this is a much sorer spectacle.
to see Souls even dying away for want, and yet not desiring or craving a supply, this is a much Sorer spectacle.
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A starving thirstless Soul is next to a Ghost. A starving thirstless Soul is next to a Ghost.
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Well, if ever such Souls find, who never seek water, 'tis more than God hath promised.
Well, if ever such Souls find, who never seek water, it's more than God hath promised.
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'Tis they that seek water, to whom God will open a River. 6. VVhatever difficulty there be, to furnish the hungry Saints, with a sufficiency of Provision,
It's they that seek water, to whom God will open a River. 6. Whatever difficulty there be, to furnish the hungry Saints, with a sufficiency of Provision,
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yet one way or other it shall be done. I [ the Lord ] will hear.
yet one Way or other it shall be done. I [ the Lord ] will hear.
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I [ the God ] of Israel, will not forsake them. Upon me be all their wants.
I [ the God ] of Israel, will not forsake them. Upon me be all their Wants.
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I am [ God ] and can, I am [ their God ] the God of Israel, and will provide for them.
I am [ God ] and can, I am [ their God ] the God of Israel, and will provide for them.
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They must and shall be provided for: whatever course I be put to take, I must not see them starve.
They must and shall be provided for: whatever course I be put to take, I must not see them starve.
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The Lord will not be wanting to them. If his VVord be not heard, his VVorks shall speak;
The Lord will not be wanting to them. If his Word be not herd, his Works shall speak;
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if Preachers cannot, Providence shall preach to them; if their friends cannot, their enemies, their stripes, their wounds, their rods, shall instruct them.
if Preachers cannot, Providence shall preach to them; if their Friends cannot, their enemies, their stripes, their wounds, their rods, shall instruct them.
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Thy Rod and thy Staffe comfort me. Thy Rod and thy Staff Comfort me.
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If they have no other, the Sun, Moon, and Sta••, the Fouls of the Air, the Beasts of the Field, shall be their Prophets, and Apostles.
If they have no other, the Sun, Moon, and Sta••, the Fouls of the Air, the Beasts of the Field, shall be their prophets, and Apostles.
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If any should fail, yet the Spirit of the Lord shall not fail to be their Teacher and Comforter.
If any should fail, yet the Spirit of the Lord shall not fail to be their Teacher and Comforter.
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2. Extraordinary means have more in them, than ordinary, and no means more than means.
2. Extraordinary means have more in them, than ordinary, and no means more than means.
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1. Extraordinary means, when ordinary cannot be had, are sweeter and better feeding to the Saints, than ordinary would be.
1. Extraordinary means, when ordinary cannot be had, Are Sweeten and better feeding to the Saints, than ordinary would be.
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The less of the Creature, the more of God; the less of common Providence, the more of special Grace.
The less of the Creature, the more of God; the less of Common Providence, the more of special Grace.
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Water out of the Rock was more precious than out of the River;
Water out of the Rock was more precious than out of the River;
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the Manna of the Wilderness, was (to them that understood it) better than the Milk of Canaan. Elijah never made better meales,
the Manna of the Wilderness, was (to them that understood it) better than the Milk of Canaan. Elijah never made better meals,
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than what he got out of the Ravens mouth.
than what he god out of the Ravens Mouth.
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I have heard of a woman in great distress of Soul, who received comfort, when the Word was brought her by the mouth of a Child, which she had failed of receiving from the mouthes of many excellent Ministers.
I have herd of a woman in great distress of Soul, who received Comfort, when the Word was brought her by the Mouth of a Child, which she had failed of receiving from the mouths of many excellent Ministers.
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2. No means, often prove better than means;
2. No means, often prove better than means;
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when I say, no means, I do not understand simply none, meanes they shall have, of one kind or other;
when I say, no means, I do not understand simply none, means they shall have, of one kind or other;
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their understandings, their memories, their secret duties, Prayer, Meditation, &c. but by no meanes, I understand nothing from without, no Ordinances, Friends, Societies, Books, &c. Gods feeding of a Soul more immediately, is much sweeter,
their understandings, their memories, their secret duties, Prayer, Meditation, etc. but by no means, I understand nothing from without, no Ordinances, Friends, Societies, Books, etc. God's feeding of a Soul more immediately, is much Sweeten,
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then when he sends provision by the hands of another; the Samaritans hearing of Christs words, from his own mouth, was much more to them,
then when he sends provision by the hands of Another; the Samaritans hearing of Christ words, from his own Mouth, was much more to them,
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than the same words reported by the woman. Du•cius ex ipso fonte. Water is the purer, the nearer the Fountain;
than the same words reported by the woman. Du•cius ex ipso Fonte. Water is the Purer, the nearer the Fountain;
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the Bread that comes down from Heaven, is better Bread, than that which grows up out of the Earth,
the Bred that comes down from Heaven, is better Bred, than that which grows up out of the Earth,
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though that be originally from Heaven also.
though that be originally from Heaven also.
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By how much the more immediately our comforts come from Heaven, by so much the more they have of Heaven in them.
By how much the more immediately our comforts come from Heaven, by so much the more they have of Heaven in them.
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If upon the failing of publick Communion, it b• made up so much the more in secret, sure the Saints have no reason to complain.
If upon the failing of public Communion, it b• made up so much the more in secret, sure the Saints have no reason to complain.
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And whether this be not so, let the Prisons, into which the Saints have bin sometimes cast, the Wilderness into which they have been sometimes banished;
And whither this be not so, let the Prisons, into which the Saints have been sometime cast, the Wilderness into which they have been sometime banished;
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let Elihu's Songs in the night, Peters, Pauls, Silahs Songs in the Prison, in the Stocks, stand forth and testifie.
let Elihu's Songs in the night, Peter's, Paul's, Silahs Songs in the Prison, in the Stocks, stand forth and testify.
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If Prison joyes, and exile comforts, have not been often both fuller and sweeter to them,
If Prison Joys, and exile comforts, have not been often both fuller and Sweeten to them,
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than when they have rolled in Manna, and lived in the fulness, and freedom of all helps and means;
than when they have rolled in Manna, and lived in the fullness, and freedom of all helps and means;
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then not a few Christians, have either mistaken, or mis-reported their experiences.
then not a few Christians, have either mistaken, or misreported their experiences.
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To pretend to live above Ordinances, whilest God affords them, is a wickedness that some men have to repent of;
To pretend to live above Ordinances, whilst God affords them, is a wickedness that Some men have to Repent of;
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but where God denies them, he doth, he will provide a better subsistance without them.
but where God Denies them, he does, he will provide a better subsistence without them.
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Now lay all this together, and then you will see, that even this also, this most grievous of Judgements, the famine of the Word, when-ever it befalls, shall work for good to those that love God. Christians, chear up your hearts:
Now lay all this together, and then you will see, that even this also, this most grievous of Judgments, the famine of the Word, whenever it befalls, shall work for good to those that love God. Christians, cheer up your hearts:
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whatever drought, or dearth may fall upon the World, your are provided for, you shall have enough.
whatever drought, or dearth may fallen upon the World, your Are provided for, you shall have enough.
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If the shours fail without, you have within you, that which shall spring up to eternal life.
If the shours fail without, you have within you, that which shall spring up to Eternal life.
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If your streams should be dryed up, if your Pastures should be trodden down, you have a God, that will be both your Pastor and Pasture.
If your streams should be dried up, if your Pastures should be trodden down, you have a God, that will be both your Pastor and Pasture.
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If the River fail you, the Rock shall supply you; what you want in ordinary, you may look to be made up in extraordinary means.
If the River fail you, the Rock shall supply you; what you want in ordinary, you may look to be made up in extraordinary means.
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The drying up of the waters, shall but drive you up to the Spring-head.
The drying up of the waters, shall but drive you up to the Springhead.
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If ever the Stars fail you, God shall but exchange Star-light for Sun-light; while there's light in the Sun, you shall not walk in darkness.
If ever the Stars fail you, God shall but exchange Starlight for Sunlight; while there's Light in the Sun, you shall not walk in darkness.
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See but to this, make sure that this God is yours, and he must find out a comfortable feeding for you;
See but to this, make sure that this God is yours, and he must find out a comfortable feeding for you;
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if you can but say Davids first words after him, The Lord is my Shepherd; you may then with confidence, say the whole Psalm after him.
if you can but say Davids First words After him, The Lord is my Shepherd; you may then with confidence, say the Whole Psalm After him.
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I shall not want, he will make me to lie down in green Pastures; he will lead me by the still Waters; I shall not want, he will make me to lie down in green Pastures; he will led me by the still Waters;
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though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil:
though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will Fear no evil:
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thy Rod and thy Staff shall comfort me. Thou shalt prepare me a Table in the presence of mine Enemies:
thy Rod and thy Staff shall Comfort me. Thou shalt prepare me a Table in the presence of mine Enemies:
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Surely Goodness and Mercy shall follow me all the dayes of my life, and I will dwell in the House of the Lord for ever. Surely goodness and Mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the House of the Lord for ever.
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2. There is another Objection, that seems to have one difficulty in it.
2. There is Another Objection, that seems to have one difficulty in it.
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Suppose a Saint to fall into Distraction, and thereby to be deprived utterly of the use of his Reason,
Suppose a Saint to fallen into Distraction, and thereby to be deprived utterly of the use of his Reason,
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and so to live and die:
and so to live and die:
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How can it be imagined, that this can work for his good, either in this World,
How can it be imagined, that this can work for his good, either in this World,
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or in the World to come? Can any good arise, out of an incapacity of any longer doing or receiving good,
or in the World to come? Can any good arise, out of an incapacity of any longer doing or receiving good,
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or patiently suffering Evil? Can either his Grace here, or his Glory hereafter, be increased or advanced, by a mans being converted into a meer Bruit?
or patiently suffering Evil? Can either his Grace Here, or his Glory hereafter, be increased or advanced, by a men being converted into a mere Bruit?
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1. There's no doubt at all, but this may make for the Churches good: Is there nothing that others may learn out of such a sad Providence? If others may reap good by my evil, is it nothing to me? May it not be said to be good for any particular Saint, to bear the soarest affliction by which the Church may have benefit? He hath not much of a Saint, to whom,
1. There's no doubt At all, but this may make for the Churches good: Is there nothing that Others may Learn out of such a sad Providence? If Others may reap good by my evil, is it nothing to me? May it not be said to be good for any particular Saint, to bear the soarest affliction by which the Church may have benefit? He hath not much of a Saint, to whom,
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if it were afore-hand proposed, whether for the benefit of the Church, he would be content,
if it were aforehand proposed, whither for the benefit of the Church, he would be content,
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if God see it good, to fall into such a calamity: He hath little of a Saint, that would deliberately refuse it.
if God see it good, to fallen into such a calamity: He hath little of a Saint, that would deliberately refuse it.
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Doubtless, a sincere Christian, who would count his usefulness to the good of the whole Body, to be his good, would say even concerning such a Message, were it brought to him, Good is the word of the Lord:
Doubtless, a sincere Christian, who would count his usefulness to the good of the Whole Body, to be his good, would say even Concerning such a Message, were it brought to him, Good is the word of the Lord:
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And that which afore-hand, he would judg to be good for him to submit to, may it not be good for him to be under?
And that which aforehand, he would judge to be good for him to submit to, may it not be good for him to be under?
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2. It may also be more directly for his particular personal good. For, 1. It may do him the same good, which Death will do for him:
2. It may also be more directly for his particular personal good. For, 1. It may do him the same good, which Death will do for him:
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Concerning which the Apostle says it is yours, 1 Cor. 3. that is, it is for your advantage:
Concerning which the Apostle Says it is yours, 1 Cor. 3. that is, it is for your advantage:
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It may take him from the evil to come;
It may take him from the evil to come;
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from those sorrows, and that trouble of heart, which God might fore-see falling upon him, by any calamities, coming either on the Church in general,
from those sorrows, and that trouble of heart, which God might foresee falling upon him, by any calamities, coming either on the Church in general,
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or himself or Family in particular:
or himself or Family in particular:
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which being deprived of his Reason, and power to reflect on, he cannot feel, or in the least be afflicted by.
which being deprived of his Reason, and power to reflect on, he cannot feel, or in the least be afflicted by.
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If you reply, But the Remedy is worse than the D•sease: To be useless and unserviceable is less eligible, than to be sorrowful and afflicted:
If you reply, But the Remedy is Worse than the D•sease: To be useless and unserviceable is less eligible, than to be sorrowful and afflicted:
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Will any man chuse to fall into a Lethargy, or Apoplexy, because 'twill secure him from the torment of a Feaver? If there be any weight in this Reply, I shall add a further Answer;
Will any man choose to fallen into a Lethargy, or Apoplexy, Because it'll secure him from the torment of a Fever? If there be any weight in this Reply, I shall add a further Answer;
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which, if I mis-judge not, will cut off all Replyes,
which, if I misjudge not, will Cut off all Replies,
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2. Who knows, what Sins and Temptations he might have fallen into, and fallen by, had not the Lord by this means prevented it;
2. Who knows, what Sins and Temptations he might have fallen into, and fallen by, had not the Lord by this means prevented it;
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he might possibly have been a back-slider, have fallen into gross sin, by which he might have been a Terrour to himself,
he might possibly have been a backslider, have fallen into gross since, by which he might have been a Terror to himself,
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and a Scandal to the Gospel;
and a Scandal to the Gospel;
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and is it not good for him, that this is prevented? Is not that affliction a mercy, which secures from such iniquity?
and is it not good for him, that this is prevented? Is not that affliction a mercy, which secures from such iniquity?
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Who can say it is not thus? that the Lord foresaw he would have fallen into sin,
Who can say it is not thus? that the Lord foresaw he would have fallen into since,
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and for prevention, brought him into this affliction:
and for prevention, brought him into this affliction:
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Who can say, it is not thus? If none can, then this is no Objection.
Who can say, it is not thus? If none can, then this is no Objection.
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If you Reply, You say [ it may be ] this is the case;
If you Reply, You say [ it may be ] this is the case;
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and I may as well say [ it may be not ] there might be no such thing, that God fore-saw,
and I may as well say [ it may be not ] there might be no such thing, that God foresaw,
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as the Reason of this Providence. 'Tis but a Conjecture, and an uncertainty, when you have made the most of it: Be it so;
as the Reason of this Providence. It's but a Conjecture, and an uncertainty, when you have made the most of it: Be it so;
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yet it will fully answer my end:
yet it will Fully answer my end:
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I am not now proving, that all things work for good to the Saints, that's sufficiently done already:
I am not now proving, that all things work for good to the Saints, that's sufficiently done already:
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But you are objecting against it;
But you Are objecting against it;
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and till you prove your Objection, which you can never do, unless you prove that this is not the case;
and till you prove your Objection, which you can never do, unless you prove that this is not the case;
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you must give me leave again to tell you, your Objection comes to nothing.
you must give me leave again to tell you, your Objection comes to nothing.
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And so at length you see this Blessed, Glorious, Comfortable Truth, stands its Ground, and Triumphs over whatever hath any shadow of Contradiction to it.
And so At length you see this Blessed, Glorious, Comfortable Truth, Stands its Ground, and Triumphos over whatever hath any shadow of Contradiction to it.
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By the way, learn hence two things.
By the Way, Learn hence two things.
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1. Rejoyce in this Promise of God: Hath the Lord put in thy name here, let thine heart say, It is enough. Be more joyful in this, that God hath thus undertaken the Care of thee,
1. Rejoice in this Promise of God: Hath the Lord put in thy name Here, let thine heart say, It is enough. Be more joyful in this, that God hath thus undertaken the Care of thee,
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than if God had wholly put thee to thine own hand; giving thee power to help, and liberty to chuse for thy self.
than if God had wholly put thee to thine own hand; giving thee power to help, and liberty to choose for thy self.
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In what wilt thou rejoyce, if not in this, that the whole Creation are ingaged to do thee a kindness, to help thee into the possession of thy God? Thou maist now not onely submit to,
In what wilt thou rejoice, if not in this, that the Whole Creation Are engaged to do thee a kindness, to help thee into the possession of thy God? Thou Mayest now not only submit to,
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but thankfully embrace every Providence, knowing upon what Errand it comes to thee: for good, and not for hurt.
but thankfully embrace every Providence, knowing upon what Errand it comes to thee: for good, and not for hurt.
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Thou maist now triumph, not onely in the Consternations ▪ but in the Triumphs of thine enemies.
Thou Mayest now triumph, not only in the Consternations ▪ but in the Triumphos of thine enemies.
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Whether they ride over thy back, or thou tread on their neck, 'tis all one, the issue will be the same.
Whither they ride over thy back, or thou tread on their neck, it's all one, the issue will be the same.
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Thy Troubles and thy Consolations differ only in their Countenance; with what ever Grim face thy afflictions look, there are smiles under:
Thy Troubles and thy Consolations differ only in their Countenance; with what ever Grim face thy afflictions look, there Are smiles under:
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learn to see through them, and thou maist see light on the further side. Believe this Word, thou maist read it written upon every thing that befals thee:
Learn to see through them, and thou Mayest see Light on the further side. Believe this Word, thou Mayest read it written upon every thing that befalls thee:
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there's no Messenger that comes, but brings this promise in his hand, Even this shall work for good. Read it, and rejoyce.
there's no Messenger that comes, but brings this promise in his hand, Even this shall work for good. Read it, and rejoice.
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2. Lay thy self down quietly under it. No more perplexing or distracting cares, what shall become of thee:
2. Lay thy self down quietly under it. No more perplexing or distracting Cares, what shall become of thee:
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no more unwarrantable shifting for thy self: Let God alone. Shift not for thy self, lest God leave thee to thine own shifts.
no more unwarrantable shifting for thy self: Let God alone. Shift not for thy self, lest God leave thee to thine own shifts.
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Let not the violence of evil men disturb thy Peace, or provoke thee to unpeaceableness. What-ever provocations thou maist have ▪ avenge not thy self,
Let not the violence of evil men disturb thy Peace, or provoke thee to Unpeaceableness. Whatever provocations thou Mayest have ▪ avenge not thy self,
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neither give place unto wrath, murmuring, or fears. In thy patience possess thy Soul, thy God, and his good Word:
neither give place unto wrath, murmuring, or fears. In thy patience possess thy Soul, thy God, and his good Word:
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Thy strength is to sit still. Stand still and see the Salvation of God: thou hast nothing to do but to be Holy, let that be thine only care:
Thy strength is to fit still. Stand still and see the Salvation of God: thou hast nothing to do but to be Holy, let that be thine only care:
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thy God will see to it thou shalt be happy: he is faithful that hath promised.
thy God will see to it thou shalt be happy: he is faithful that hath promised.
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Love God, and leave thy self and thy whole Interest in this blessed Word, All things shall work to thee for good.
Love God, and leave thy self and thy Whole Interest in this blessed Word, All things shall work to thee for good.
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By this time you see something of the Riches of this Promise: God is in the Promise;
By this time you see something of the Riches of this Promise: God is in the Promise;
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the God of Peace, the God of Power, the God of Patience, the God of Hope;
the God of Peace, the God of Power, the God of Patience, the God of Hope;
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the heart of God, the help of God, the presence of God; by vertue whereof, all that ever befals them shall work for their good.
the heart of God, the help of God, the presence of God; by virtue whereof, all that ever befalls them shall work for their good.
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Methinks the hearing of this Promise opened, should set your souls, and all that is within you a crying our, Oh that this were my portion!
Methinks the hearing of this Promise opened, should Set your Souls, and all that is within you a crying our, O that this were my portion!
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Where-ever my Lot do fall, as to outward things, though in a Prison, though in a Desert, though on a Dunghil;
Wherever my Lot do fallen, as to outward things, though in a Prison, though in a Desert, though on a Dunghill;
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let the lot of my Soul lye in this Promise, The God of Peace shall be with you.
let the lot of my Soul lie in this Promise, The God of Peace shall be with you.
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Why Brethren, will you take up with Godliness: you have learned and rec•ived, and heard the Word of the Lord;
Why Brothers, will you take up with Godliness: you have learned and rec•ived, and herd the Word of the Lord;
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the Word of Faith, the Word of Righteousness and Holiness, will you hearken to, will you obey these words? These things do,
the Word of Faith, the Word of Righteousness and Holiness, will you harken to, will you obey these words? These things do,
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and the God of peace shall be with you.
and the God of peace shall be with you.
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Oh what foolish Creatures are we, that ever we should be afraid of Religion, afraid of Holiness, afraid to own, obey,
O what foolish Creatures Are we, that ever we should be afraid of Religion, afraid of Holiness, afraid to own, obey,
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and follow God and his holy wayes.
and follow God and his holy ways.
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What unreasonable fears are these, to those that believe the Scriptures? If the Scriptures be true, this is the only way, this following God in holiness, to put your selves out of all danger, to put your selves into the heart, arms, presence, protection, of the Almighty God of Heaven and Earth.
What unreasonable fears Are these, to those that believe the Scriptures? If the Scriptures be true, this is the only Way, this following God in holiness, to put your selves out of all danger, to put your selves into the heart, arms, presence, protection, of the Almighty God of Heaven and Earth.
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Oh that I could perswade you in thither, and there leave you;
O that I could persuade you in thither, and there leave you;
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if you are once in the Lords Arms, you are safe en•ugh, into whatever hands you fall.
if you Are once in the lords Arms, you Are safe en•ugh, into whatever hands you fallen.
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Ʋse. By way of Application, let me once more speak a few words, 1. To the Ungodly. 2. To the Godly. 1. To the Ungodly;Ʋse. By Way of Application, let me once more speak a few words, 1. To the Ungodly. 2. To the Godly. 1. To the Ungodly;
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my work with them shall be to perswade and direct them, how to get into this peaceful and blessed state: Amongst the ungodly,
my work with them shall be to persuade and Direct them, how to get into this peaceful and blessed state: among the ungodly,
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1. There are some who are far from the Kingdom of Heaven; as,
1. There Are Some who Are Far from the Kingdom of Heaven; as,
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1. Those upon whom the Ministry of the Gospel hath done nothing at all; that miserable forlorn multitude of the grosly ignorant; who as they were born blind, have had all their dayes such a mist of thick darkness abiding upon them, that they are uncapable, without a miracle, of being savingly wrought upon.
1. Those upon whom the Ministry of the Gospel hath done nothing At all; that miserable forlorn multitude of the grossly ignorant; who as they were born blind, have had all their days such a missed of thick darkness abiding upon them, that they Are uncapable, without a miracle, of being savingly wrought upon.
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Speak unto them of Faith in Christ, of Repentance unto life, of obeying the Gospel, in the plaine•t way possible,
Speak unto them of Faith in christ, of Repentance unto life, of obeying the Gospel, in the plaine•t Way possible,
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and you will be as a Barbarian to them, as one of a strange Language, they know not what you say;
and you will be as a Barbarian to them, as one of a strange Language, they know not what you say;
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if you should speak Greek or Latine to them, they would understand it as well, as the plainest truths of the Gospel:
if you should speak Greek or Latin to them, they would understand it as well, as the Plainest truths of the Gospel:
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A poor Minister of Christ may break his heart, and rend his bowels, in mourning over them;
A poor Minister of christ may break his heart, and rend his bowels, in mourning over them;
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may draw forth his Soul in the most melting expressions of his compassions to them, may break his brains, in studying how to convey a little light unto them,
may draw forth his Soul in the most melting expressions of his compassions to them, may break his brains, in studying how to convey a little Light unto them,
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and yet cannot help them, cannot make them to understand so much, as that they understand nothing.
and yet cannot help them, cannot make them to understand so much, as that they understand nothing.
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Their minds are so wholly blinded by the God of this world, that the light of the glorious Gospel of Christ,
Their minds Are so wholly blinded by the God of this world, that the Light of the glorious Gospel of christ,
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though it shine round about them, cannot find so much as a crany into their hearts;
though it shine round about them, cannot find so much as a cranny into their hearts;
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but being alienated from the life of God, through the ignorance that is in them, they give up themselves to lasciviousness, to work all uncleanness with greediness;
but being alienated from the life of God, through the ignorance that is in them, they give up themselves to lasciviousness, to work all uncleanness with greediness;
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walking in the lusts of their hearts, after the course of this World, in riot, luxury, excess of Wine, revellings, banquettings, covetousness, lying, blasphemies, and abominable adulteries, and Idolatries;
walking in the Lustiest of their hearts, After the course of this World, in riot, luxury, excess of Wine, revellings, banquetings, covetousness, lying, Blasphemies, and abominable adulteries, and Idolatries;
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and yet remain without any conscience of sin, or fear of their danger; being as natural bruit Beasts, as if they were made for slaughter and destruction.
and yet remain without any conscience of since, or Fear of their danger; being as natural bruit Beasts, as if they were made for slaughter and destruction.
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Are there none such in this place? Doth not the Earth every where groan, our Land mourn, our Congregations travel in pain? Is not this Congregation black'd and burthen'd with such miserable creatures;
are there none such in this place? Does not the Earth every where groan, our Land mourn, our Congregations travel in pain? Is not this Congregation blacked and burdened with such miserable creatures;
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who after all the instructions, counsels, wooings, warnings, threatnings and Judgments of God, which have been in their ears,
who After all the instructions, Counsels, wooings, Warnings, threatenings and Judgments of God, which have been in their ears,
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and before their eyes, remain to this day a stupid, blockish, brutish generation, without the least sense of their sin,
and before their eyes, remain to this day a stupid, blockish, brutish generation, without the least sense of their since,
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or wish to be delivered from it?
or wish to be Delivered from it?
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Oh you blind and dark Souls, consider and understand, if it be possible, these two Scriptures, 2 Cor. 4. 3, 4. If our Gospel be hid, it is hid to those that are lost.
O you blind and dark Souls, Consider and understand, if it be possible, these two Scriptures, 2 Cor. 4. 3, 4. If our Gospel be hid, it is hid to those that Are lost.
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In whom the god of this World hath blinded the minds of those that believe not,
In whom the god of this World hath blinded the minds of those that believe not,
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lest the light of the glorious Gospel should shine unto them. This darkness is from Hell; the Prince of darkness hath held you under your blindness;lest the Light of the glorious Gospel should shine unto them. This darkness is from Hell; the Prince of darkness hath held you under your blindness;
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and this darkness leads to bell, to the blackness of darkness for ever:
and this darkness leads to bell, to the blackness of darkness for ever:
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You are lost, you are lost Souls, lost for ever, if the Gospel leave you in this state of blindness in which you have so securely continued to this day.
You Are lost, you Are lost Souls, lost for ever, if the Gospel leave you in this state of blindness in which you have so securely continued to this day.
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Isa. 27. 11. It is a people of no understanding; Isaiah 27. 11. It is a people of no understanding;
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therefore •e that made them will not have mercy on them, he that formed them will shew them no favour. Therefore •e that made them will not have mercy on them, he that formed them will show them no favour.
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2. Those upon whom the Gospel hath seemed to have done its work; but it is its strange work.
2. Those upon whom the Gospel hath seemed to have done its work; but it is its strange work.
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There are two works which the Gospel doth: some it enlightens; others it smites with blindness: some it softens;
There Are two works which the Gospel does: Some it enlightens; Others it smites with blindness: Some it softens;
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others it seals up under hardness: some it gains over to Christ; others it gives up to the unbelief and impenitence of their hearts.
Others it Seals up under hardness: Some it gains over to christ; Others it gives up to the unbelief and impenitence of their hearts.
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Isa. 6. 10. Make the heart of this people fat, and make their ears heavy, and shut their eyes; Isaiah 6. 10. Make the heart of this people fat, and make their ears heavy, and shut their eyes;
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lest they see with their eyes, &c. Go and preach to this people, but preach them into hardness and blindness:lest they see with their eyes, etc. Go and preach to this people, but preach them into hardness and blindness:
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because they refused to see or hear, let the light put out their eyes; let the joyful sound strike them deaf, and stop their ears:
Because they refused to see or hear, let the Light put out their eyes; let the joyful found strike them deaf, and stop their ears:
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never leave hammering them, till thou hast hammered them into rocks, or anvills. Some there are that have so trifled with Convictions, baffled Conscience,
never leave hammering them, till thou hast hammered them into Rocks, or anvils. some there Are that have so trifled with Convictions, baffled Conscience,
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and suffer'd their lusts so to resist and bear down their light; that have had so many heats and colds, so many thawings and freezings;
and suffered their Lustiest so to resist and bear down their Light; that have had so many heats and colds, so many thawings and freezings;
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that have taken up so many purposes, and made so many promises, and yet all comes to nothing;
that have taken up so many Purposes, and made so many promises, and yet all comes to nothing;
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that the Gospel hath received a Charge from the Lord, to make an end of its work:
that the Gospel hath received a Charge from the Lord, to make an end of its work:
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Go, sayes God, and make an end with these men; I'le be mocked by them no more;
Go, Says God, and make an end with these men; I'll be mocked by them no more;
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I'le be trifled and dallied with by them no longer, wound them no more, fright them no more:
I'll be trifled and dallied with by them no longer, wound them no more, fright them no more:
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pe•swade them no longer, make their hearts fat, their ears heavy and shut their eyes,
pe•swade them no longer, make their hearts fat, their ears heavy and shut their eyes,
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and give them up to their hearts lusts, that they may walk in their own counsels,
and give them up to their hearts Lustiest, that they may walk in their own Counsels,
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and fill up the measure of their iniquities.
and fill up the measure of their iniquities.
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you, that after all the warnings you have received from the Lord, and after some workings of them, sometimes upon your Consciences, are yet going after your lusts, prostituting your selves to your belluine and sensual pleasures, filling up daily the measure of your iniquities.
you, that After all the Warnings you have received from the Lord, and After Some workings of them, sometime upon your Consciences, Are yet going After your Lustiest, prostituting your selves to your belluine and sensual pleasures, filling up daily the measure of your iniquities.
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Oh tremble and consider sadly, whether this be not likely to be your case;
O tremble and Consider sadly, whither this be not likely to be your case;
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that the Gospel hath even done with you, and given you over unto an impenitent heart, and reprobate ▪ m••d.
that the Gospel hath even done with you, and given you over unto an impenitent heart, and Reprobate ▪ m••d.
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In hope, that how near soever you are to this dreadful state, you may be yet one step at least short of it, I shall this once more adventure a few words upon you, together with them that I have already mentioned:
In hope, that how near soever you Are to this dreadful state, you may be yet one step At least short of it, I shall this once more adventure a few words upon you, together with them that I have already mentioned:
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And first let me reason a •ittle with you.
And First let me reason a •ittle with you.
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1. Art thou one of them that obey the Gospel, or not? Art thou one of them that love God, one of the called according to his purpose,
1. Art thou one of them that obey the Gospel, or not? Art thou one of them that love God, one of the called according to his purpose,
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or not? Art thou not an Alien, an adversary against God, & a Rebel against his Word? Let thy Conscience speak, set thy ways speak, let thine Oaths,
or not? Art thou not an Alien, an adversary against God, & a Rebel against his Word? Let thy Conscience speak, Set thy ways speak, let thine Oaths,
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and thy Drunkenness, and thine Adulteries, thy scoffing at God, and his holy ways, thy hating his Instructions,
and thy drunkenness, and thine Adulteries, thy scoffing At God, and his holy ways, thy hating his Instructions,
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and kicking at his Reproofs, thy hardnings against his Calls, thy treacherous dealings in his Covenant,
and kicking At his Reproofs, thy hardnings against his Calls, thy treacherous dealings in his Covenant,
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and the Vows of God that are upon thee; let these speak what thou art:
and the Vows of God that Are upon thee; let these speak what thou art:
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Is this that which God hath chosen and called thee to? Are these the Things thou hast learned,
Is this that which God hath chosen and called thee to? are these the Things thou hast learned,
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and received, and heard of him? Did he ever say, These things do, & the God of peace shall be with you? Thou needest no other Conviction,
and received, and herd of him? Did he ever say, These things do, & the God of peace shall be with you? Thou Needest no other Conviction,
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than that of Israels, Jer. 2. 23. How canst thou say, I am not polluted? See thy way in the valley,
than that of Israel's, Jer. 2. 23. How Canst thou say, I am not polluted? See thy Way in the valley,
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& know what thou hast done How canst thou say, that thou art not a Wretch? With what Face canst thou deny,& know what thou hast done How Canst thou say, that thou art not a Wretch? With what Face Canst thou deny,
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but thou art an Enemy of God, and of all Righteousness? See thy way in the Valley, trace the Foot-steps of thy Life;
but thou art an Enemy of God, and of all Righteousness? See thy Way in the Valley, trace the Footsteps of thy Life;
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behold thy practices and thy course:
behold thy practices and thy course:
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Sure thou art very blind, if thou behold thy self in this Glass, and doest not see thy Face,
Sure thou art very blind, if thou behold thy self in this Glass, and dost not see thy Face,
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as the Face of a Devil.
as the Face of a devil.
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There are some, whom it may be harder work to convince, who have the Face of a Christian, the Tong•e of a Saint,
There Are Some, whom it may be harder work to convince, who have the Face of a Christian, the Tong•e of a Saint,
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but within, the heart of a Beast. Hypocrites are as hard to be convinced, as Hypocrisie is hard to be detected.
but within, the heart of a Beast. Hypocrites Are as hard to be convinced, as Hypocrisy is hard to be detected.
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But thou who carryest thy wicked Heart in thy Forehead, upon thy Tongue, upon the Palms of thine Hands,
But thou who carriest thy wicked Heart in thy Forehead, upon thy Tongue, upon the Palms of thine Hands,
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and in the very prints of thy Feet, whose Malice against God and his Holiness, may be read in every look, in every word, in every Line of thy life;
and in the very prints of thy Feet, whose Malice against God and his Holiness, may be read in every look, in every word, in every Line of thy life;
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needest thou any further proof, that thou art not of God? Thou mayst as well put me to prove, that Hell is not Heaven, that the Devil is no Saint; as that thou art no Christian.
Needest thou any further proof, that thou art not of God? Thou Mayest as well put me to prove, that Hell is not Heaven, that the devil is no Saint; as that thou art no Christian.
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Dost thou love God, art thou under the hope of the Promise? Ask thy ways man, and let these tell thee.
Dost thou love God, art thou under the hope of the Promise? Ask thy ways man, and let these tell thee.
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2. Doest thou mean to keep at this distance from God to the Death? Doest thou in earnest? Is there nothing in those rich Promises, that have been laid before thee, which thou canst with 'twere thine? Is there no such word in thine hear•, Oh that my Lot were here!
2. Dost thou mean to keep At this distance from God to the Death? Dost thou in earnest? Is there nothing in those rich Promises, that have been laid before thee, which thou Canst with 'twere thine? Is there no such word in thine hear•, O that my Lot were Here!
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Art tho• content thy name should be left out for ever? Is there so little in the peace of God, that thou canst fell it for the pleasures of sin? Art thou content that nothing should prosper with thee,
Art tho• content thy name should be left out for ever? Is there so little in the peace of God, that thou Canst fell it for the pleasures of since? Art thou content that nothing should prosper with thee,
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but that every thing should be a Gin, and a Snare, and a Curse to thee? Art thou content that the Pi• should be thy place, Eternal Wrath thy Portion,
but that every thing should be a Gin, and a Snare, and a Curse to thee? Art thou content that the Pi• should be thy place, Eternal Wrath thy Portion,
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and that every Creature, every Comfort, every Cross that comes, should give thee a pluck down from Heaven, and a kick towards Hell? canst thou think they mean thee any thing else,
and that every Creature, every Comfort, every Cross that comes, should give thee a pluck down from Heaven, and a kick towards Hell? Canst thou think they mean thee any thing Else,
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when all does but harden thee in thy sin, and make thee kick against thy God? Art thou so unwilling to leave thy sins,
when all does but harden thee in thy since, and make thee kick against thy God? Art thou so unwilling to leave thy Sins,
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for the hope of the Promise of God, that thou art content to give up thy hopes,
for the hope of the Promise of God, that thou art content to give up thy hope's,
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for the love of thy sins? Darest thou say, Let me have my part in the pleasures and contentments of this life,
for the love of thy Sins? Darest thou say, Let me have my part in the pleasures and contentment's of this life,
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and I am contented to relinquish my part in Christ? Let God let me alone in my sins,
and I am contented to relinquish my part in christ? Let God let me alone in my Sins,
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and let him damn my Soul? Let me live at my ease, and my liberty,
and let him damn my Soul? Let me live At my ease, and my liberty,
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and let my name be blotted out of the Book of Lifo:
and let my name be blotted out of the Book of Lifo:
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I am content to take my place, and my lot, among the damned in another world,
I am content to take my place, and my lot, among the damned in Another world,
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so I have my pleasure with them in this World? And dost thou say less,so I have my pleasure with them in this World? And dost thou say less,
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or other than this, whilest thou refusest, or resolvest against following thy God? He that refuses to accept of the Redemption of Christ, upon the holy Terms, upon which 'tis offer'd, says, in effect, I am lost, I am sold for a Captive to the Devil;
or other than this, whilst thou refusest, or resolvest against following thy God? He that refuses to accept of the Redemption of christ, upon the holy Terms, upon which it's offered, Says, in Effect, I am lost, I am sold for a Captive to the devil;
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my first Father sold me for an Apple, Christ would now buy me back again to my self:
my First Father sold me for an Apple, christ would now buy me back again to my self:
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but for my part, I am cont•nt that the first Bargain stand: As to my interest, I confirm the Bargain:
but for my part, I am cont•nt that the First Bargain stand: As to my Interest, I confirm the Bargain:
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As for my Soul being sold to the Devil, to the Devil let it go. This is the voice of every wilful Refuser of the Terms of the Gospel.
As for my Soul being sold to the devil, to the devil let it go. This is the voice of every wilful Refuser of the Terms of the Gospel.
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Oh Wretch does not thy heart tremble? does not thy hair stand on end? do not thy knees shake? and are not the Joints of thy Loins loosed, to conside•;
O Wretch does not thy heart tremble? does not thy hair stand on end? do not thy knees shake? and Are not the Joints of thy Loins loosed, to conside•;
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what thou hast done, and art still a doing?
what thou hast done, and art still a doing?
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Sinners, I have but a little more to speak to you, but shall that little be nothing? Hither to you have stood it out,
Sinners, I have but a little more to speak to you, but shall that little be nothing? Hither to you have stood it out,
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and will rot be perswaded, by ought that God hath spoken by me: But oh!
and will rot be persuaded, by ought that God hath spoken by me: But o!
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must I leave you thus? Why may not a word at parting, do more than all that hath been spoken? Oh that it might!
must I leave you thus? Why may not a word At parting, do more than all that hath been spoken? O that it might!
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Shall neither my first, nor last words prevail with you? What if [ my ] last, should be [ your ] last? If the last that I must preach, be the last that you must hear? There is a day set, that will be your last day:
Shall neither my First, nor last words prevail with you? What if [ my ] last, should be [ your ] last? If the last that I must preach, be the last that you must hear? There is a day Set, that will be your last day:
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There is a Sabbath, that will be your last Sabbath; There is Sermon, that will be your last Sermon:
There is a Sabbath, that will be your last Sabbath; There is Sermon, that will be your last Sermon:
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There is a VVarning, that will be your last warning:
There is a Warning, that will be your last warning:
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Oh what if this should be it? If the Lord should take your this dayes denial, for your final Answer, and never ask your consent again for ever? But whether it be your last,
O what if this should be it? If the Lord should take your this days denial, for your final Answer, and never ask your consent again for ever? But whither it be your last,
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or no, I must be henceforth silent to you? And oh will you send me away with so sad an Heart, with the sorrow and shame of the disappointed? Will you break my Heart, by persisting to hearden yours? Is this all I shall have, to return to the Lord, that sent me unto you? I have declared thy Name unto them,
or no, I must be henceforth silent to you? And o will you send me away with so sad an Heart, with the sorrow and shame of the disappointed? Will you break my Heart, by persisting to hearden yours? Is this all I shall have, to return to the Lord, that sent me unto you? I have declared thy Name unto them,
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but they did not regard it: I have invited them to come to thee, but they would not follow me;
but they did not regard it: I have invited them to come to thee, but they would not follow me;
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I have warned them to return from their sins, but they would not hearken? Are you willing that I shall give in this Answer,
I have warned them to return from their Sins, but they would not harken? are you willing that I shall give in this Answer,
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and bear this Wi•ness against you at the Great Day? sinners hearken;
and bear this Wi•ness against you At the Great Day? Sinners harken;
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is there not one blind person among you, that is yet willing to have his Eyes open'd? Is there not one Captive to Lust & Vanity, that's willing to be set free from his Bondage? Is there not one more that will be perswaded to be wise,
is there not one blind person among you, that is yet willing to have his Eyes opened? Is there not one Captive to Lust & Vanity, that's willing to be Set free from his Bondage? Is there not one more that will be persuaded to be wise,
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and to prefer an immortal Soul, God, Glory, Eternity, before his bruitish perishing pleasures? Is there not one Drunkaad more, that will yet be perswaded to be sober? Not one vain person that will be perswaded to be serious? Am I making my last Draught among you,
and to prefer an immortal Soul, God, Glory, Eternity, before his brutish perishing pleasures? Is there not one Drunkaad more, that will yet be persuaded to be Sobrium? Not one vain person that will be persuaded to be serious? Am I making my last Draught among you,
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and shall I take nothing? Not one Soul more? If you will not yet be prevailed with,
and shall I take nothing? Not one Soul more? If you will not yet be prevailed with,
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then hear the Word of the Lord, Ezek. 3. 19. If thou warn the wicked,
then hear the Word of the Lord, Ezekiel 3. 19. If thou warn the wicked,
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and he turn not from his wickedness, he shall dye in his iniquity, but thou hast delivered thy soul. and he turn not from his wickedness, he shall die in his iniquity, but thou hast Delivered thy soul.
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But if there be any few relenting hearts among you, who are brought but thus far, to cry out, Why what must I do? I would leave with such, these few words of counsel ▪ and oh that my counsel might be accepted by them.
But if there be any few relenting hearts among you, who Are brought but thus Far, to cry out, Why what must I do? I would leave with such, these few words of counsel ▪ and o that my counsel might be accepted by them.
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1. Get a deep sense of thy dreadful state:
1. Get a deep sense of thy dreadful state:
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What art thou sinner? What is thy state? at ease? in peace? out of fear? in pleasure? What,
What art thou sinner? What is thy state? At ease? in peace? out of Fear? in pleasure? What,
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and yet a sinner? In the bond of iniquity? Captive to the Devil? without Christ? without the Promise? under the curse? Study these Scriptures, Joh. 8. 34. He that committeth sin, is the servant of sin, vers. 44. Ye are of your Father the Devil.
and yet a sinner? In the bound of iniquity? Captive to the devil? without christ? without the Promise? under the curse? Study these Scriptures, John 8. 34. He that Committeth since, is the servant of since, vers. 44. You Are of your Father the devil.
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2 Tim. 2. 26. Held captive by him at his will. Act. 8. 23. In the gall of bitterness, and in the Bond of iniquity.
2 Tim. 2. 26. Held captive by him At his will. Act. 8. 23. In the Gall of bitterness, and in the Bound of iniquity.
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1 Joh. 5. 19. The world lyeth in wickedness.
1 John 5. 19. The world lies in wickedness.
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Ps. 11. 6. Ʋpon the wicked he shall reign Snares, Fire, and Brimstone, and an horrible Tempest, this shall be the portion of their cup.
Ps. 11. 6. Ʋpon the wicked he shall Reign Snares, Fire, and Brimstone, and an horrible Tempest, this shall be the portion of their cup.
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Psal. 49. 15. Like Sheep they are laid in the Grave, Death shall feed upon them.
Psalm 49. 15. Like Sheep they Are laid in the Grave, Death shall feed upon them.
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Rise Sampson, the Philistims are upon thee;
Rise Sampson, the philistines Are upon thee;
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awake sleeper, the Devil is upon thee, Death is at thy back, the Gin is at thy heel, the Curse is over thy head, the very next step may be Hell;
awake sleeper, the devil is upon thee, Death is At thy back, the Gin is At thy heel, the Curse is over thy head, the very next step may be Hell;
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Thou lyest in wickedness to day, & mayst be in fire and brimstone before to morrow:
Thou liest in wickedness to day, & Mayest be in fire and brimstone before to morrow:
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Sure thou art in a dead •leep, that canst take thine ease in such a Lodging.
Sure thou art in a dead •leep, that Canst take thine ease in such a Lodging.
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Is this the state thou art so loath to change? Is this the state thou so boastest of,
Is this the state thou art so loath to change? Is this the state thou so boastest of,
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and blessest thy self in? When thine heart is merry with thy Wine, swel'd with thy pride, jollity amongst thy Companions;
and blessest thy self in? When thine heart is merry with thy Wine, swelled with thy pride, jollity among thy Sodales;
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put in such a serious Question:
put in such a serious Question:
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But what am I all this while? Let this thought, sawce thy sweet Morsel, spice thy pleasant Cups,But what am I all this while? Let this Thought, sauce thy sweet Morsel, spice thy pleasant Cups,
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& be the Burthen of thy merry Songs; After this, Hell, Snares, Fire and Brimstone, the Vengeance of Eternal Fire.
& be the Burden of thy merry Songs; After this, Hell, Snares, Fire and Brimstone, the Vengeance of Eternal Fire.
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Oh an Heaven, a Paradise, oh my dear pleasures, oh my sweet Laughter, oh merry dayes, what Mortal can part with you? I but what comes after? What is there at the bottom? Look a little before thee,
O an Heaven, a Paradise, o my dear pleasures, o my sweet Laughter, o merry days, what Mortal can part with you? I but what comes After? What is there At the bottom? Look a little before thee,
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and if that sight turn not thy stomack, sure thou art sufficiently hardy. Study thy case, and tremble;
and if that sighed turn not thy stomach, sure thou art sufficiently hardy. Study thy case, and tremble;
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and when thou tremblest, there's hope thou wilt turn.
and when thou tremblest, there's hope thou wilt turn.
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Think not of Repentance, or escaping from thy sinful sta•e, till thou see and fear it.
Think not of Repentance, or escaping from thy sinful sta•e, till thou see and Fear it.
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We read, Isa. 42. 7. that Christ was sent, to open the blind eyes, and to bring out the Prisoners out of Prison.
We read, Isaiah 42. 7. that christ was sent, to open the blind eyes, and to bring out the Prisoners out of Prison.
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If the Prisoners eyes be shut, 'tis to little purpose that the Prison doors be open:
If the Prisoners eyes be shut, it's to little purpose that the Prison doors be open:
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Their Eyes must be first open'd, not only that they may see their way [ out ] but that they may see themselves [ in ] Prison.
Their Eyes must be First opened, not only that they may see their Way [ out ] but that they may see themselves [ in ] Prison.
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Open thine Eyes, Sinner, if ever thou wilt escape;
Open thine Eyes, Sinner, if ever thou wilt escape;
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open thine Eyes, and see where thou art? Thy Fools Paradise, wherein thou blessest thy self, is thy Souls Prison, where thou art like to be held under Eternal Bondage.
open thine Eyes, and see where thou art? Thy Fools Paradise, wherein thou blessest thy self, is thy Souls Prison, where thou art like to be held under Eternal Bondage.
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2. Give a present Bill of Divorce to every sin; hug not Death one minute longer in thy Bosom:
2. Give a present Bill of Divorce to every since; hug not Death one minute longer in thy Bosom:
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If thou lovest thy Life, say not of any one sin, Nothing but Death shall part thee and me:
If thou Lovest thy Life, say not of any one since, Nothing but Death shall part thee and me:
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No, not so much as this, Yet a little while, and I will let thee go.
No, not so much as this, Yet a little while, and I will let thee go.
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Today ▪ to day, if your will hear his voice, hearden not your hearts. Today ▪ to day, if your will hear his voice, hearden not your hearts.
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4. Dread it as Hell, that thy hope in Christ, should lessen thy fear of sin.
4. Dread it as Hell, that thy hope in christ, should lessen thy Fear of since.
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Let not thy hope of a Saviour be thy damnation. Make not Christ the Pandor of sin; continue not in sin because Grace hath abounded.
Let not thy hope of a Saviour be thy damnation. Make not christ the Pander of since; continue not in since Because Grace hath abounded.
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4. Break off from thy Companions in sin;
4. Break off from thy Sodales in since;
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wilt thou love them to the death? Christ and thy Soul can never be married, till thy Soul and Sinners be parted.
wilt thou love them to the death? christ and thy Soul can never be married, till thy Soul and Sinners be parted.
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Escape for thy life, get thee up from the Tents of these men; linger not.
Escape for thy life, get thee up from the Tents of these men; linger not.
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Thou art held under the power of the Devil, by cords, and by knots; by the cords of thy sinnes, and by the knots of thy Companions. There's no hope that the cords of sin will be broken, till the knots of evil Companions be loosed.
Thou art held under the power of the devil, by cords, and by knots; by the cords of thy Sins, and by the knots of thy Sodales. There's no hope that the cords of since will be broken, till the knots of evil Sodales be loosed.
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Sinner, these binding Cords will, if thou look not to it, become whip cords to torment thee.
Sinner, these binding Cords will, if thou look not to it, become whip cords to torment thee.
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Oh take heed thou never come to be lashed with such knotted cords!
O take heed thou never come to be lashed with such knotted cords!
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Thy Companions in sin, as they now heighten thy pleasures, so will they hereafter sharpen thy plagues ▪ Sinners comfort their hearts with this thought, That if they be damned, they shall have store of company ▪ but let them know, That the fire of Hell will burn just so much the cooler,
Thy Sodales in since, as they now heighten thy pleasures, so will they hereafter sharpen thy plagues ▪ Sinners Comfort their hearts with this Thought, That if they be damned, they shall have store of company ▪ but let them know, That the fire of Hell will burn just so much the cooler,
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for the multitudes that are there; as the fire of their Chimney does, for the store of fewel.
for the Multitudes that Are there; as the fire of their Chimney does, for the store of fuel.
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When thou art charmed with the roaring of thy Companion• in the Ale-house, think what musick their roaring with thee will make,
When thou art charmed with the roaring of thy Companion• in the Alehouse, think what music their roaring with thee will make,
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when you shall all meet in your eternal Prison. Away from evil company;
when you shall all meet in your Eternal Prison. Away from evil company;
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you will remember hereafter, when •is too late, how much, and with how little success, I have laboured with you in this thing.
you will Remember hereafter, when •is too late, how much, and with how little success, I have laboured with you in this thing.
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5. Baffle not Conscience once more. Awakened Sinner, Charm not thy Conscience into silence, nor dash it out of countenance.
5. Baffle not Conscience once more. Awakened Sinner, Charm not thy Conscience into silence, nor dash it out of countenance.
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Thy Conscience is the only Friend that God or the Soul hath left within thee. Thy will, and thy affections, and thine appetite, are all gone;
Thy Conscience is the only Friend that God or the Soul hath left within thee. Thy will, and thy affections, and thine appetite, Are all gone;
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the Devil hath stoln them away, and hired them all against thee, thou hast nothing but poor Conscience left.
the devil hath stolen them away, and hired them all against thee, thou hast nothing but poor Conscience left.
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Thy Conscience hath been often upon the pleading with thee for God, and for pity to thy Soul:
Thy Conscience hath been often upon the pleading with thee for God, and for pity to thy Soul:
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It hath warned thee, reproved thee, and often whisper'd thee in thine Ear? What dost thou mean? whither art thou going? when wilt thou return? Away with thy sins, have done with thy Companions, no more of this drunkenness, this riot, this covetousness;
It hath warned thee, reproved thee, and often whispered thee in thine Ear? What dost thou mean? whither art thou going? when wilt thou return? Away with thy Sins, have done with thy Sodales, no more of this Drunkenness, this riot, this covetousness;
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Thou art a lost man, thy Soul is lost, if thou go on.
Thou art a lost man, thy Soul is lost, if thou go on.
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Thus Conscience hath warned thee, and thou hast sometimes hearkned to it, and spoken it fair.
Thus Conscience hath warned thee, and thou hast sometime hearkened to it, and spoken it fair.
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The throbs, and the pangs, and the wounds thou hast felt and received from it, have wrung from thee, now and then, a promise:
The throbs, and the pangs, and the wounds thou hast felt and received from it, have wrung from thee, now and then, a promise:
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Well, through the Grace of God; I'le hearken to Conscience, I'le be a new man: Away from me ye sinners, I will keep the Commandments of my God.
Well, through the Grace of God; I'll harken to Conscience, I'll be a new man: Away from me you Sinners, I will keep the commandments of my God.
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And yet shortly after, when thy Temptations return, thy Companions come, all's forgotten;
And yet shortly After, when thy Temptations return, thy Sodales come, all's forgotten;
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and along thou goest, as a fool to the Stocks, or an Ox to the slaughter;
and along thou goest, as a fool to the Stocks, or an Ox to the slaughter;
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and this hath been thy way and thy mann•r, from time to time: Now and then Conscience draws a sigh, or a •ear from thee;
and this hath been thy Way and thy mann•r, from time to time: Now and then Conscience draws a sighs, or a •ear from thee;
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and by and by receives a kick or a stab. Beware Sinner; Conscience will not alwayes be thus us'd.
and by and by receives a kick or a stab. Beware Sinner; Conscience will not always be thus used.
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If ever it speak again, say it not Nay; It's next word may be it's last;
If ever it speak again, say it not Nay; It's next word may be it's last;
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if ever thou weariest it into perpetual silence, then farewel all for ever. Conscience is the only Friend thou hast left. Convinced Soul!
if ever thou weariest it into perpetual silence, then farewell all for ever. Conscience is the only Friend thou hast left. Convinced Soul!
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How wilt thou bear the revenges of an awakened abused Conscience? all thy b•fflings of it here will be repeated over in eternity:
How wilt thou bear the revenges of an awakened abused Conscience? all thy b•fflings of it Here will be repeated over in eternity:
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How will all this look when it shall meet thee before thy Judge? Save thy self from that hour: Baffle nor Conscience once more.
How will all this look when it shall meet thee before thy Judge? Save thy self from that hour: Baffle nor Conscience once more.
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6. Let not the g•eatness of thy sins, nor the difficulty of Christs terms, hinder, or discourage thee, from making a present close with Christ.
6. Let not the g•eatness of thy Sins, nor the difficulty of Christ terms, hinder, or discourage thee, from making a present close with christ.
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Say not, his Yoke is too heavy, his Cross is too grievous for me to bear;
Say not, his Yoke is too heavy, his Cross is too grievous for me to bear;
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or my sins are too great for him to bear.
or my Sins Are too great for him to bear.
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Set the Throne against the Yoke, the Crown against the C•oss, infinite Merit and Mercy, against mighty sins;
Set the Throne against the Yoke, the Crown against the C•oss, infinite Merit and Mercy, against mighty Sins;
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and go unto Jesus, cast thy self on his bloud, and bowels, and put thy self under his Yoke and Scepter.
and go unto jesus, cast thy self on his blood, and bowels, and put thy self under his Yoke and Sceptre.
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If he will give Life to thee, be content that he give Laws to thee: and as ever thou expectest to live by him, be resolved to live to him,
If he will give Life to thee, be content that he give Laws to thee: and as ever thou expectest to live by him, be resolved to live to him,
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and no longer to thy self.
and no longer to thy self.
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Go to Jesus, and when thou goest, take with thee these two Scriptures, Mat. 11. 28. Come unto me all ye that are weary,
Go to jesus, and when thou goest, take with thee these two Scriptures, Mathew 11. 28. Come unto me all you that Are weary,
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and heavy laden, and I will give you rest;
and heavy laden, and I will give you rest;
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Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me, and you shall find rest unto your Souls. Take my yoke upon you, and Learn of me, and you shall find rest unto your Souls.
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Joh. 6. 37. Him that cometh unto me, I will in no wise cast out. 7. Fall close to Duties, and keep close to Ordinances.
John 6. 37. Him that comes unto me, I will in no wise cast out. 7. Fallen close to Duties, and keep close to Ordinances.
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1. Let secret, and Family Prayer be thy daily exercise. Count not thy self a Christian, till thou give thy self to prayer.
1. Let secret, and Family Prayer be thy daily exercise. Count not thy self a Christian, till thou give thy self to prayer.
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2. Let not reading the Word, Catechising, &c. be strangers in thy house. 3. Prize improve, and sanctifie the Sabbaths;
2. Let not reading the Word, Catechising, etc. be Strangers in thy house. 3. Prize improve, and sanctify the Sabbaths;
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The Lord on those dayes comes down upon his Mount, to meet thy Soul, to commune with thee, to bless thee, to feed thee,
The Lord on those days comes down upon his Mount, to meet thy Soul, to commune with thee, to bless thee, to feed thee,
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and fill thee with whatsoever thy Soul desireth or wanteth. Get thee up to meet thy God:
and fill thee with whatsoever thy Soul Desires or Wants. Get thee up to meet thy God:
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But remember when thou goest, leave thy staff behind thee.
But Remember when thou goest, leave thy staff behind thee.
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4. View often, and take an account of thy self, of the in-come and success of all thy Duties:
4. View often, and take an account of thy self, of the income and success of all thy Duties:
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What is all my praying, reading, hearing, &c. come to? What is brought forth? Is the work done,
What is all my praying, reading, hearing, etc. come to? What is brought forth? Is the work done,
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for which all these are? Are my Sins and my Soul parted? Are my Companions in sin abandoned? Is Christ and my Soul united? Beware you never make Praying,
for which all these Are? are my Sins and my Soul parted? are my Sodales in since abandoned? Is christ and my Soul united? Beware you never make Praying,
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and Hearing, to serve you instead of believing, and Repen•ing. But to help you on to it.
and Hearing, to serve you instead of believing, and Repen•ing. But to help you on to it.
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Remember these seaven Words when I am gone. 1. Get a sense of thy dreadful state. 2. Abandon presently every sin. 3. Let not thy hope in Christ lessen thy fear of sin. 4. Shake off every sinful Companion. 5. Baffle not Conscience once more. 6. Make a present close with Christ. 7. Fall close to Duties, and keep close to Ordinances.
remember these seaven Words when I am gone. 1. Get a sense of thy dreadful state. 2. Abandon presently every since. 3. Let not thy hope in christ lessen thy Fear of since. 4. Shake off every sinful Companion. 5. Baffle not Conscience once more. 6. Make a present close with christ. 7. Fallen close to Duties, and keep close to Ordinances.
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These things do, and the God of peace shall be with you: But remember, There's no peace, saith my God, to the wicked.
These things do, and the God of peace shall be with you: But Remember, There's no peace, Says my God, to the wicked.
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2. There are others that are near the Kingdome of God. Thou art not far from the Kingdome of God.
2. There Are Others that Are near the Kingdom of God. Thou art not Far from the Kingdom of God.
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There are some that are like Ephra•m, Hosea 7, 8. Cakes half baked; like Agrippa, almost Christians; Acts 26. 29. Almost thou perswadest me to be a Christian;
There Are Some that Are like Ephra•m, Hosea 7, 8. Cakes half baked; like Agrippa, almost Christians; Acts 26. 29. Almost thou persuadest me to be a Christian;
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NONLATINALPHABET, Thou hast brought me within a little of Christianity. They are come to the threshold of saving Faith, within a step of sincere Godliness.
, Thou hast brought me within a little of Christianity. They Are come to the threshold of Saving Faith, within a step of sincere Godliness.
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They have been professing, and praying, and hoping, and wishing themselves in, and yet are short of it.
They have been professing, and praying, and hoping, and wishing themselves in, and yet Are short of it.
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They have been enlightned in the knowledge of Christ, have tasted of the heavenly gift, have felt somthing of the sweetness of Christ, have been made partakers of the Holy Ghost, of many excellent and useful gifts, have tasted of the good Word of God,
They have been enlightened in the knowledge of christ, have tasted of the heavenly gift, have felt something of the sweetness of christ, have been made partakers of the Holy Ghost, of many excellent and useful Gifts, have tasted of the good Word of God,
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and the powers of the World to come.
and the Powers of the World to come.
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They have set out after Christ, have left the blind and prophane VVorld much behind them, have escaped much of the pollutions of this VVorld, left many sins, taken up with many duties, have a name among the Saints, have suffered many things for the Name of Christ,
They have Set out After christ, have left the blind and profane World much behind them, have escaped much of the pollutions of this World, left many Sins, taken up with many duties, have a name among the Saints, have suffered many things for the Name of christ,
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and notwithstanding all this, here they stick, they cannot give themselves up fully to Christ; somthing or other, either the VVorld, or their Companions, or their pleasures, or their ease,
and notwithstanding all this, Here they stick, they cannot give themselves up Fully to christ; something or other, either the World, or their Sodales, or their pleasures, or their ease,
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or their sloth hath such hold on them, that they cannot, unreservedly, resolvedly, give themselvs up to the dominion of Jesus Christ,
or their sloth hath such hold on them, that they cannot, unreservedly, resolvedly, give themselves up to the dominion of jesus christ,
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nay, it may be, they cannot tell why, yet they cannot do it.
nay, it may be, they cannot tell why, yet they cannot do it.
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Though they can say, I would be, yet they cannot say, I will be the Lord's.
Though they can say, I would be, yet they cannot say, I will be the Lord's.
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These are near the Kingdome of God, but yet short of it. He that cannot say, I will be, can less say, I am the Lords.
These Are near the Kingdom of God, but yet short of it. He that cannot say, I will be, can less say, I am the lords.
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But here I must distinguish of two sorts of almost Christians. 1. There are some that have reached to almost, and are still reaching forwards:
But Here I must distinguish of two sorts of almost Christians. 1. There Are Some that have reached to almost, and Are still reaching forward:
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the state of such is hopeful, though it be not safe. Oh that we could see more such almost Christians!
the state of such is hopeful, though it be not safe. O that we could see more such almost Christians!
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2. There are others that have reached to, and rest in almost; who mistaking almost, for altogether, do there take up their stand.
2. There Are Others that have reached to, and rest in almost; who mistaking almost, for altogether, do there take up their stand.
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These are far from the Kingdome of God.
These Are Far from the Kingdom of God.
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Brethren, I much fear ▪ that among the number of Professors, there are more of these almost Christians, than we are aware of:Brothers, I much Fear ▪ that among the number of Professors, there Are more of these almost Christians, than we Are aware of:
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Oh it would make our hearts shake to consider, how far many go, to what degree of resignation, resolution, affection, action, submission to sufferings, they attain;
O it would make our hearts shake to Consider, how Far many go, to what degree of resignation, resolution, affection, actium, submission to sufferings, they attain;
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and yet fall off at last, and thereby shew they were still short of Christ; They went out from us, because they were not of us.
and yet fallen off At last, and thereby show they were still short of christ; They went out from us, Because they were not of us.
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I particularly pity• many of the more sober Gentry, who have a good will to Religion,
I particularly pity• many of the more Sobrium Gentry, who have a good will to Religion,
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and a fai• respect for the Professors of it; countenancing holiness, doing many worthy things for the Name and Servants of God;
and a fai• respect for the Professors of it; countenancing holiness, doing many worthy things for the Name and Servants of God;
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refraining from the viciousness, and vanity of many of their Rank and Quality;
refraining from the viciousness, and vanity of many of their Rank and Quality;
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who yet dwelling in temptations, being entangled in carnal correspondencies, entertained with an affluence of carnal delights and pleasures;
who yet Dwelling in temptations, being entangled in carnal correspondencies, entertained with an affluence of carnal delights and pleasures;
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and finding hereby a strict self-denying and mortified life, to be of greater difficulty to them,
and finding hereby a strict self-denying and mortified life, to be of greater difficulty to them,
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than to men of lower rank, are apt to think it not of such necessity; who may possibly upon a narrow enquiry discern, after all their good hopes of themselves,
than to men of lower rank, Are apt to think it not of such necessity; who may possibly upon a narrow enquiry discern, After all their good hope's of themselves,
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and the great opinions of others concerning them, that they are yet short of that simplicity and godly sincerity, which alone will prove them Christians indeed.
and the great opinions of Others Concerning them, that they Are yet short of that simplicity and godly sincerity, which alone will prove them Christians indeed.
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Blessed be God there are amongst us such, those who have broken through all temptations, have adventured upon the disobliging all the World;
Blessed be God there Are among us such, those who have broken through all temptations, have adventured upon the disobliging all the World;
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have laid down their honours, pleasures, friends, and all their carnal interests whatsoever, at the feet of Christ;
have laid down their honours, pleasures, Friends, and all their carnal interests whatsoever, At the feet of christ;
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and preferring a close Communion with God, the peace of a good Conscience, the joyes of Religion,
and preferring a close Communion with God, the peace of a good Conscience, the Joys of Religion,
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yea the very reproach of Christ above all their worldly Honours, and fleshly pleasures, have given themselves up to the power of the Gospel,
yea the very reproach of christ above all their worldly Honours, and fleshly pleasures, have given themselves up to the power of the Gospel,
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and an exemplary Spiritual and Heavenly life.
and an exemplary Spiritual and Heavenly life.
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But it is to be feared, lest there be also such, who have deservedly gam'd great respect among the Saints,
But it is to be feared, lest there be also such, who have deservedly gamed great respect among the Saints,
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and gone far along with them, who yet are come but to the threshold of Christianity;
and gone Far along with them, who yet Are come but to the threshold of Christianity;
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and being afraid to put in, there they are in danger to perish everlastingly. Quod fere fit non fit, He that is but almost saved, is damned for altogether.
and being afraid to put in, there they Are in danger to perish everlastingly. Quod fere fit non fit, He that is but almost saved, is damned for altogether.
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Oh Friends, what do you mean? will you lose all the ground you have gotten, all the things you have wrought? shall all your sufferings for the name of Christ be lost,
O Friends, what do you mean? will you loose all the ground you have got, all the things you have wrought? shall all your sufferings for the name of christ be lost,
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and in vain? after you have tasted the bitterness of the Cro•s, will you not go one step farther,
and in vain? After you have tasted the bitterness of the Cro•s, will you not go one step farther,
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and take the joyes of the Cross? Is the work of Regeneration brought to the Birth,
and take the Joys of the Cross? Is the work of Regeneration brought to the Birth,
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and shall it at last miscarry, and prove an abortion? would one step more land your Soules in the Kingdom of God, are you gotten so near a shore,
and shall it At last miscarry, and prove an abortion? would one step more land your Souls in the Kingdom of God, Are you got so near a shore,
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and will you perish in the Harbour? Are you gotten off from the tents of the Edomites, and gotten even to the borders of Canaan, and will you not enter? Are you gotten to Pisgah, and have a view of the Land of Promise,
and will you perish in the Harbour? are you got off from the tents of the Edomites, and got even to the borders of Canaan, and will you not enter? are you got to Pisgah, and have a view of the Land of Promise,
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and see that it is a good Land? are you come so near as to see, that true holiness is such a beautiful State, such a blessed State? and do you wish your selves in,
and see that it is a good Land? Are you come so near as to see, that true holiness is such a beautiful State, such a blessed State? and do you wish your selves in,
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and will you yet die on the other side Jordan? you have prayed; put on, a little more prayer may do it:
and will you yet die on the other side Jordan? you have prayed; put on, a little more prayer may do it:
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you have laboured, and reasoned with, and perswaded your hearts, give not over, a little more labour may prevail.
you have laboured, and reasoned with, and persuaded your hearts, give not over, a little more labour may prevail.
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Oh that I knew what to say more that might bring you on.
O that I knew what to say more that might bring you on.
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Oh that the Lord would yet put one word or other in my mouth, that might overcome you!
O that the Lord would yet put one word or other in my Mouth, that might overcome you!
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th•t I might shoot one Arrow more, that might strike home, use one Argument more, that might be cogent,
th•t I might shoot one Arrow more, that might strike home, use one Argument more, that might be cogent,
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and gain your full consent to Christ; that I might see you safely landed ere I be parted from you.
and gain your full consent to christ; that I might see you safely landed ere I be parted from you.
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Oh think, think what a dreadful disappointment this will be for you, that are come so near to godliness,
O think, think what a dreadful disappointment this will be for you, that Are come so near to godliness,
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as that you verily think you have attained it;
as that you verily think you have attained it;
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if after all the joys, pleasures and hopes, the little Religion you have had, hath fed you withal;
if After all the Joys, pleasures and hope's, the little Religion you have had, hath fed you withal;
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you should at last have a TEKEL written for your doom, and hear that cutting word pronounced upon you, Thou art weigh•d in the ballance, and art found wanting.
you should At last have a TEKEL written for your doom, and hear that cutting word pronounced upon you, Thou art weigh•d in the balance, and art found wanting.
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With you also would I leave a few words. 1. Lose not both Worlds: this World thou hast lost already, by leaving them so much behind thee;
With you also would I leave a few words. 1. Loose not both World's: this World thou hast lost already, by leaving them so much behind thee;
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lose not that which is before, for want of coming on a little farther: think not of hanging always betwixt Heaven and Hell;
loose not that which is before, for want of coming on a little farther: think not of hanging always betwixt Heaven and Hell;
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In the other World there's no middle, either go back, or come on, turn thee to the right hand or to the left.
In the other World there's no middle, either go back, or come on, turn thee to the right hand or to the left.
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2. Mistake not almost, for altogether, such a mistake may be mortal. Do not too ••ily conclude, thou hast already attained;
2. Mistake not almost, for altogether, such a mistake may be Mortal. Do not too ••ily conclude, thou hast already attained;
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if thou takest something of Christianity to be all, thy all is nothing.
if thou Takest something of Christianity to be all, thy all is nothing.
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'Tis a wonderful thing, to see how easily men satisfie themselves in a matter of such weight and intricacy.
It's a wondered thing, to see how Easily men satisfy themselves in a matter of such weight and intricacy.
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Thine heart is deceitful, try it thoroughly before thou trust it ▪ One grain too light, and thou art undone.
Thine heart is deceitful, try it thoroughly before thou trust it ▪ One grain too Light, and thou art undone.
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God, Glory, Soul, Eternity, all lie at stake; one tittle short of sincerity, and all lost.
God, Glory, Soul, Eternity, all lie At stake; one tittle short of sincerity, and all lost.
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Be jealous of thy self, never give over suspecting thy State, till thou hast put it past suspition:
Be jealous of thy self, never give over suspecting thy State, till thou hast put it passed suspicion:
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Conclude not, till thou hast thoroughly disputed the case, give not over the dispute, till the matter be no longer disputable.
Conclude not, till thou hast thoroughly disputed the case, give not over the dispute, till the matter be no longer disputable.
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Canst thou be too sure? the least mistake is as wide as Heaven and Hell;
Canst thou be too sure? the least mistake is as wide as Heaven and Hell;
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the bottomless Gulf reaches home to the Threshold of glory; thy tantum non, will be as much as the Devil looks for, only not in,
the bottomless Gulf reaches home to the Threshold of glory; thy Tantum non, will be as much as the devil looks for, only not in,
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though never so near, will be thy eternal perdition.
though never so near, will be thy Eternal perdition.
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3. Beware that this thought, one time or other, I shall have more power, slacken not thy present care and labour.
3. Beware that this Thought, one time or other, I shall have more power, slacken not thy present care and labour.
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Let not thy hopes undo thee. Lose not a present opportunity, in hopes of future ability.
Let not thy hope's undo thee. Loose not a present opportunity, in hope's of future ability.
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Labour each day to bring the matter to a present Issue;
Labour each day to bring the matter to a present Issue;
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and that with no less earnestness, than if this day were to give a final determination,
and that with no less earnestness, than if this day were to give a final determination,
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and thou wert sure, that thou wert just come, to thy now or never. 4. Let not a small matter part Christ and thee.
and thou Wertenberg sure, that thou Wertenberg just come, to thy now or never. 4. Let not a small matter part christ and thee.
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Heaven may not cost thee half so much more as it hath cost thee already.
Heaven may not cost thee half so much more as it hath cost thee already.
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Art thou come within one peny of thy Lords price, and shall that break the bargain?
Art thou come within one penny of thy lords price, and shall that break the bargain?
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5. Let not thy Oyl thou hast gotten, serve only for fewel for thy fire.
5. Let not thy Oil thou hast got, serve only for fuel for thy fire.
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Let not thy common grace thou hast obtained here, be of no other use, but to add to thy confusion hereafter:
Let not thy Common grace thou hast obtained Here, be of no other use, but to add to thy confusion hereafter:
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every beam of light that hath shined to thee here, will add to the horrour of thine everlasting darkness.
every beam of Light that hath shined to thee Here, will add to the horror of thine everlasting darkness.
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Every drop of Honey thou hast tasted in Religion, will be thy Gall and Worm-wood, in the day of thy condemnation.
Every drop of Honey thou hast tasted in Religion, will be thy Gall and Wormwood, in the day of thy condemnation.
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Be not more miserable hereafter, for that thou hast been less wicked here;
Be not more miserable hereafter, for that thou hast been less wicked Here;
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the remembrance how fair thou wert once for Glory, will be one of the sharpest Teeth of thine everlasting Worm.
the remembrance how fair thou Wertenberg once for Glory, will be one of the Sharpest Teeth of thine everlasting Worm.
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6. Lastly, Be all or nothing;
6. Lastly, Be all or nothing;
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come up hither ▪ or get thee down to thy lot, particularly, 1. Be all unto Christ. 2. Let Christ be all to thee. 3. Let all Christ be accepted and improved by thee. 1. Be all unto Christ;
come up hither ▪ or get thee down to thy lot, particularly, 1. Be all unto christ. 2. Let christ be all to thee. 3. Let all christ be accepted and improved by thee. 1. Be all unto christ;
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have none to please but Christ, and for Christ; have nothing to seek but Christ, and for Christ;
have none to please but christ, and for christ; have nothing to seek but christ, and for christ;
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resolve against Reserves and limits; give up all, and keep back nothing; say not thus much I can spare, and no more;
resolve against Reserves and Limits; give up all, and keep back nothing; say not thus much I can spare, and no more;
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hither•o I wi• go, and no farther.
hither•o I wi• go, and no farther.
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Divide not thy self, thy love, thy care, thy aims, betwixt Christ and any thing else.
Divide not thy self, thy love, thy care, thy aims, betwixt christ and any thing Else.
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Let thy whole Soul run in one Channel. Rest not short of a full resignation, and when thou hast resigned, repent not.
Let thy Whole Soul run in one Channel. Rest not short of a full resignation, and when thou hast resigned, Repent not.
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2. Let Christ be all to thee;
2. Let christ be all to thee;
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say not, I must have an Estate too, my Friends too, my pleasures and my ease too, let Christ be enough, and all to thee; Father, Mother, House, ••nds, Portion;
say not, I must have an Estate too, my Friends too, my pleasures and my ease too, let christ be enough, and all to thee; Father, Mother, House, ••nds, Portion;
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say con••ing all thou hast else, Be thou mine Lord, and let these go their way.
say con••ing all thou hast Else, Be thou mine Lord, and let these go their Way.
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3. Let all of Christ be accepted and improved by thee. Divide not thy self, and divide not Christ;
3. Let all of christ be accepted and improved by thee. Divide not thy self, and divide not christ;
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leave not any thing of thy self, for any but Christ, refuse not any thing of Christ, for thy self.
leave not any thing of thy self, for any but christ, refuse not any thing of christ, for thy self.
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Think not thy all, too much for thee to give, nor Christ's all, too much for thee to embrace.
Think not thy all, too much for thee to give, nor Christ's all, too much for thee to embrace.
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Thy half will not satisfie Christ, nor will half of Christ suffice thee. Thou must give and have, and therefore resolve to give and take, all or none.
Thy half will not satisfy christ, nor will half of christ suffice thee. Thou must give and have, and Therefore resolve to give and take, all or none.
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Let all Christ be accepted, and improved by thee. 1. The merit of his blood. 2. The light and Authority of his Law. 3. The Power of his Spirit.
Let all christ be accepted, and improved by thee. 1. The merit of his blood. 2. The Light and authority of his Law. 3. The Power of his Spirit.
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1. Accept the merit of his blood; renounce thin• own, and rely on his righteousness; as God hath, so do thou, lay on him, all thine iniquities.
1. Accept the merit of his blood; renounce thin• own, and rely on his righteousness; as God hath, so do thou, lay on him, all thine iniquities.
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Think not of Sanctification, without satisfaction. Think not to satisfie in the least, by ought that thou canst do, let that lye upon him.
Think not of Sanctification, without satisfaction. Think not to satisfy in the least, by ought that thou Canst do, let that lie upon him.
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Judg thy self, but seek to be justified alone through Faith in his blood. Say unto the Lord, what I owe to thee, put it upon his account;
Judge thy self, but seek to be justified alone through Faith in his blood. Say unto the Lord, what I owe to thee, put it upon his account;
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my Christ must answer for me. 2. Accept and submit to the light and authority of his Law.
my christ must answer for me. 2. Accept and submit to the Light and Authority of his Law.
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Think not, he is thy Priest, unless he •e thy Prophet, and thy King ▪ If he must answer for thee, let him instruct thee,
Think not, he is thy Priest, unless he •e thy Prophet, and thy King ▪ If he must answer for thee, let him instruct thee,
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and be thou willing to learn of him; since he hath bought thee, let him govern thee;
and be thou willing to Learn of him; since he hath bought thee, let him govern thee;
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say not of any thing he requires, this is too much to do, since he said not to thee, 'tis too much to dye.
say not of any thing he requires, this is too much to do, since he said not to thee, it's too much to die.
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Count not thy self Christian, whilst thou art unwilling to receive the utmost light, or to submit to the utmost of thy duty;
Count not thy self Christian, while thou art unwilling to receive the utmost Light, or to submit to the utmost of thy duty;
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say not of any one thing, of all that Christ requires, This I must have abated,
say not of any one thing, of all that christ requires, This I must have abated,
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and then I will be his. 3. Accept and exert the power of his Spirit; the Spirit of the Lord is a Spirit of Power.
and then I will be his. 3. Accept and exert the power of his Spirit; the Spirit of the Lord is a Spirit of Power.
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The same Argument which the Apostle uses to prove himself a Minister of Christ, is necessary to prove thee a Christian. 2 Cor. 13. 3, 4. Since ye seck a proof of Christ speaking in me, which to you ward is not weak but is mighty in you.
The same Argument which the Apostle uses to prove himself a Minister of christ, is necessary to prove thee a Christian. 2 Cor. 13. 3, 4. Since you seck a proof of christ speaking in me, which to you ward is not weak but is mighty in you.
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Though he was crucified through weakness, yet he liveth by the power of God;
Though he was Crucified through weakness, yet he lives by the power of God;
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for we also are weak in him, but we shall live with him by the power of God. for we also Are weak in him, but we shall live with him by the power of God.
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(Ye seek a proof of Christ speaking in me,) ye put me to prove that I am a Minister of Christ;
(You seek a proof of christ speaking in me,) you put me to prove that I am a Minister of christ;
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why, here's the proof of it, My preaching hath not been weak, but mighty in you;
why, here's the proof of it, My preaching hath not been weak, but mighty in you;
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It hath been followed and attested by the power of Christ, which hath wrought migh••ly in you;
It hath been followed and attested by the power of christ, which hath wrought migh••ly in you;
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as weak as we are, yet the power of Christ hath been manifested and magnified in us.
as weak as we Are, yet the power of christ hath been manifested and magnified in us.
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Doest thou seek a proof of thy Christianity? why, here must be the proof, that though thou art weak of thy self,
Dost thou seek a proof of thy Christianity? why, Here must be the proof, that though thou art weak of thy self,
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yet thou livest in the power of God, which is mighty in thee.
yet thou Livest in the power of God, which is mighty in thee.
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Though thou canst do nothing of thy self, yet thou art able to do all things through Christ which strengthens thee.
Though thou Canst do nothing of thy self, yet thou art able to do all things through christ which strengthens thee.
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Thou sayst, thou art willing, but thou art weak; thou desirest to be, and to do, what God would have thee, but thou canst not perform.
Thou Sayest, thou art willing, but thou art weak; thou Desirest to be, and to do, what God would have thee, but thou Canst not perform.
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This may comfort and support thee much under thy failings and miscarriages in some particular duties;
This may Comfort and support thee much under thy failings and miscarriages in Some particular duties;
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but if this be thy case in ordinary, in the main of thy life; that to will is all thou hast, thou art not a Christian.
but if this be thy case in ordinary, in the main of thy life; that to will is all thou hast, thou art not a Christian.
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He that hath not the Spirit of Christ, is none of his: He that hath not the Spirit of christ, is none of his:
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And he that hath the Spirit of Christ, it is in him as the living power of God, actually carrying him on in an holy life, Ezek. 36. 27. I will put my Spirit within you,
And he that hath the Spirit of christ, it is in him as the living power of God, actually carrying him on in an holy life, Ezekiel 36. 27. I will put my Spirit within you,
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and cause you to walk in my Statutes; and ye shall keep my judgements, and do them. and cause you to walk in my Statutes; and you shall keep my Judgments, and do them.
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I will not only command, perswade, incline you, but cause you. It shall be done, my Spirit shall bring you on, and help you through.
I will not only command, persuade, incline you, but cause you. It shall be done, my Spirit shall bring you on, and help you through.
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Y• shall keep my Sta•utes, and do them.
Y• shall keep my Sta•utes, and do them.
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Where-ever the Spirit of God hath breathed in the life of grace, there are more than breathings out after a gracious life.
Wherever the Spirit of God hath breathed in the life of grace, there Are more than breathings out After a gracious life.
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Sincere grace hath more in it, than wishings and wouldings, than attempts and overtures. Life is a power to act.
Sincere grace hath more in it, than wishings and wouldings, than attempts and overtures. Life is a power to act.
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Phil. 2. 12, 13. Work out your salvation, for it is God that worke•h in you, to will and •o do. Philip 2. 12, 13. Work out your salvation, for it is God that worke•h in you, to will and •o do.
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Where-ever God worketh the NONLATINALPHABET velle, he works also the NONLATINALPHABET operari. Where-ever God works in he gives us a power to work out the works of Christi•nity.
Wherever God works the velle, he works also the operari. Wherever God works in he gives us a power to work out the works of Christi•nity.
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Oh rest not, till thou find thy self endued with this power from on high, & inabled to go through with thy work:
O rest not, till thou find thy self endued with this power from on high, & enabled to go through with thy work:
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They are not thy Attempts, but thy Atchievements; they are not thy Offers at an holy life, but thy acting it, that must prove thee a Christian;
They Are not thy Attempts, but thy Achievements; they Are not thy Offers At an holy life, but thy acting it, that must prove thee a Christian;
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He that doth right•ousness, is righteous. Be it thus with thee; be all to Christ, let Christ be all to thee;He that does right•ousness, is righteous. Be it thus with thee; be all to christ, let christ be all to thee;
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let all Christ be accepted and improved by thee;
let all christ be accepted and improved by thee;
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heartily accept the merit of Chris• Righteousness, submit to the light and authority of his Law;
heartily accept the merit of Chris• Righteousness, submit to the Light and Authority of his Law;
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get thy self, possest with, and live in the power of his Spirit; be it thus with thee, come up hither, and then thou art safe:
get thy self, possessed with, and live in the power of his Spirit; be it thus with thee, come up hither, and then thou art safe:
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Thy almost is now come to altogether, and if I must now leave thee, thou wilt be the better able to spare me:
Thy almost is now come to altogether, and if I must now leave thee, thou wilt be the better able to spare me:
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These things do, and the God of peace shall be with thee. Thou art gotten into Sanctuary;These things do, and the God of peace shall be with thee. Thou art got into Sanctuary;
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and now what-ever Tossings and Tumblings, whatsoever unpleasing or afflicting changes may be thy lot in this World, thou may'st sing that Requiem to thy self, Return unto thy rest, O my Soul,
and now whatever Tossings and Tumblings, whatsoever unpleasing or afflicting changes may be thy lot in this World, thou Mayest sing that Requiem to thy self, Return unto thy rest, Oh my Soul,
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for the Lord hath dealt bountifully with thee:
for the Lord hath dealt bountifully with thee:
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Gothy way, eat thy Bread with joy, and drink thy Wine with amerry heart, for God now accepteth thee. Gothy Way, eat thy Bred with joy, and drink thy Wine with amerry heart, for God now Accepteth thee.
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Though thou walkest through the shadow of Death, thou may'st now sit thee down under the shadow of thy Lord, with great delight,
Though thou walkest through the shadow of Death, thou Mayest now fit thee down under the shadow of thy Lord, with great delight,
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and with great security, whose fruit shall be ever sweet to thy taste:
and with great security, whose fruit shall be ever sweet to thy taste:
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Though thou dwellest in Mesech, and hast thy Habitation among the Tents of Kedar, yet thou may'st lay thee down in peace and take thy rest,
Though thou dwellest in Mesech, and hast thy Habitation among the Tents of Kedar, yet thou Mayest lay thee down in peace and take thy rest,
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for the Lord doth, the Lord will make thee to dwell in safety.
for the Lord does, the Lord will make thee to dwell in safety.
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2. To the Godly.
2. To the Godly.
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Happy Souls, The God of Peace is with you, all things shall work for good to you;
Happy Souls, The God of Peace is with you, all things shall work for good to you;
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only that he may continue with you, continue you with him in the obedience of that Gospel, to which you have delivered up your selves.
only that he may continue with you, continue you with him in the Obedience of that Gospel, to which you have Delivered up your selves.
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My Exhortation to you shall be. 1. General; Respecting the whole course of your Lives. 2. Particular; Respecting your daily Walk.
My Exhortation to you shall be. 1. General; Respecting the Whole course of your Lives. 2. Particular; Respecting your daily Walk.
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My general Exhortation shall be bottomed on that of the Apostle, Phil. 1. 27, 28. Let your Conversation be as it becometh the Gospel of Christ;My general Exhortation shall be bottomed on that of the Apostle, Philip 1. 27, 28. Let your Conversation be as it Becometh the Gospel of christ;
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that whether I come and see you, or else be absent, I may hear of your Affaires, that you stand fast in one Spirit, with one Mind, striving together for the Faith of the Gospel.
that whither I come and see you, or Else be absent, I may hear of your Affairs, that you stand fast in one Spirit, with one Mind, striving together for the Faith of the Gospel.
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In nothing terrified by your adversaries, which is to them an evident token of perdition, but to you of Salvation, and that of God.
In nothing terrified by your Adversaries, which is to them an evident token of perdition, but to you of Salvation, and that of God.
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[ Let your conversation be as it becometh the Gospel. ] Walk worthy of the Gospel;
[ Let your Conversation be as it Becometh the Gospel. ] Walk worthy of the Gospel;
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let your lives be suitable, and answerable to the Holy Gospel which yo• profess. 1. Let your lives answer the ends of the Gospel, the exaltation of the Name,
let your lives be suitable, and answerable to the Holy Gospel which yo• profess. 1. Let your lives answer the ends of the Gospel, the exaltation of the Name,
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and glorious Grace of God in Christ; live an humble, self-denying, selfabasing; this is a Christ exalting life.
and glorious Grace of God in christ; live an humble, self-denying, selfabasing; this is a christ exalting life.
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2. Let your life answer •he Dignities, and Honours the Gospel invests you with.
2. Let your life answer •he Dignities, and Honours the Gospel invests you with.
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You are the children of God, the Heirs of Glory, the Spouse of Christ, the Bride, the Lambs Wife:
You Are the children of God, the Heirs of Glory, the Spouse of christ, the Bride, the Lambs Wife:
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You are a Royal Priesthood, an holy Nation, a peculiar people; know your priviledges, and do not live below your selves;
You Are a Royal Priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; know your privileges, and do not live below your selves;
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defile not your glory, by stooping to a Carnal and Earthly Life: a Jewel is not more unbecoming a Swines snout, than fleshly Husks a Saints Palate:
defile not your glory, by stooping to a Carnal and Earthly Life: a Jewel is not more unbecoming a Swine snout, than fleshly Husks a Saints Palate:
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'Tis below you, who are peculiar people to your God, to live in common with the Men of •his World:
It's below you, who Are peculiar people to your God, to live in Common with the Men of •his World:
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humble your selves into the least of Saints, but do not humble your selves into Bruits a Live in the Spirit, converse with God, be dealing for Glory, Honour, and Immortality.
humble your selves into the least of Saints, but do not humble your selves into Bruits a Live in the Spirit, converse with God, be dealing for Glory, Honour, and Immortality.
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3. Let your Lives answer the Names, which the Gospel puts upon you; Doves, Lambs, Lillies;
3. Let your Lives answer the Names, which the Gospel puts upon you; Dove, Lambs, Lilies;
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be harmless, peaceable, gentle, beautiful, fragant, sending forth a precious savour in the World.
be harmless, peaceable, gentle, beautiful, fragrant, sending forth a precious savour in the World.
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4. Let your Lives answer the Riches, the Reward, the Crown, the Kingdom, which the Gospel sets before you.
4. Let your Lives answer the Riches, the Reward, the Crown, the Kingdom, which the Gospel sets before you.
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Live a contented life, be satisfied, be well pleased, with what you have here, be it little or much;
Live a contented life, be satisfied, be well pleased, with what you have Here, be it little or much;
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disgrace not your portio•, the Gospel allots you, as if it •re a poor insufficient portion:
disgrace not your portio•, the Gospel allots you, as if it •re a poor insufficient portion:
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Let your souls ••y, How small an handful soever, you have of this Earth, it is enough, Christ is mine:
Let your Souls ••y, How small an handful soever, you have of this Earth, it is enough, christ is mine:
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A discontented Christian says, Christ is not enough, Heaven is not enough:
A discontented Christian Says, christ is not enough, Heaven is not enough:
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Let the Contentation of thy Spirit, declare before the World, that the Lines are fallen to thee in 〈 ◊ 〉 pleasant place,
Let the Contentation of thy Spirit, declare before the World, that the Lines Are fallen to thee in 〈 ◊ 〉 pleasant place,
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and that thou hast a goodly heritage: and that thou hast a goodly heritage:
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Do not put this Scorn upon God, and Glory, that thou must be beholding to the Devil, to mend thy portion.
Do not put this Scorn upon God, and Glory, that thou must be beholding to the devil, to mend thy portion.
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Christian, either thou art within the Promise, or a stranger from it: Either thou hast the God of Peace with thee, or not:
Christian, either thou art within the Promise, or a stranger from it: Either thou hast the God of Peace with thee, or not:
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If not, me-thinks thou shouldst find other matter to take up thy thoughts, and not have leasure to perplex thy self with every trivial want;
If not, methinks thou Shouldst find other matter to take up thy thoughts, and not have leisure to perplex thy self with every trivial want;
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that thy meat, or thy drink, or thine house, or the carriage of thy friends towards thee, are not according to thy mind;
that thy meat, or thy drink, or thine house, or the carriage of thy Friends towards thee, Are not according to thy mind;
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thy Soul, thy Soul man, thy life is in danger.
thy Soul, thy Soul man, thy life is in danger.
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Oh what an Eternity art thou like to have of it? Canst thou want a God, a Christ,
O what an Eternity art thou like to have of it? Canst thou want a God, a christ,
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an Heaven, and thine heart never stir at it? And is the dissatisfaction of thy vain mind or appetite such a Burthen? Is the Devil in thy heart,
an Heaven, and thine heart never stir At it? And is the dissatisfaction of thy vain mind or appetite such a Burden? Is the devil in thy heart,
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and it never moves thee? and shall an ill neighbour be a vexation to thee? Canst thou feel a Feather,
and it never moves thee? and shall an ill neighbour be a vexation to thee? Canst thou feel a Feather,
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when thou hast a Talent upon thee? The Curse, the Curse of God is upon thee:
when thou hast a Talon upon thee? The Curse, the Curse of God is upon thee:
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I cannot wonder [ thou ] shouldst be discontent; but me-thinks these small matters, by a man in thy case, should not be minded.
I cannot wonder [ thou ] Shouldst be discontent; but methinks these small matters, by a man in thy case, should not be minded.
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If Christ and the Promise be thine, is not that enough? Are not all things enough? God is all things:
If christ and the Promise be thine, is not that enough? are not all things enough? God is all things:
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He that hath the son, hath not only, with him, but in him• all things;
He that hath the son, hath not only, with him, but in him• all things;
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Are all things nothing with thee? What wouldst thou have more than all? Th• Heathens acknowledged, That vertue is sufficient. I• was a Maxime among the ancient Philosophers 〈 ◊ 〉 NONLATINALPHABET, Vertue is self-sufficient: A vertuous Man hath no need to be beholding either t• Friends or Fortune: He hath enough in himself.
are all things nothing with thee? What Wouldst thou have more than all? Th• heathens acknowledged, That virtue is sufficient. I• was a Maxim among the ancient Philosophers 〈 ◊ 〉, Virtue is self-sufficient: A virtuous Man hath no need to be beholding either t• Friends or Fortune: He hath enough in himself.
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The Apostle tells us, That Godliness, NONLATINALPHABET with its self-sufficiency, is great gain, 1 Tim. 6. 6. Solomon tells us, Prov. 14. 14. A good man is satisfied from himself.
The Apostle tells us, That Godliness, with its self-sufficiency, is great gain, 1 Tim. 6. 6. Solomon tells us, Curae 14. 14. A good man is satisfied from himself.
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He hath that within him, out of which his satisfaction grows.
He hath that within him, out of which his satisfaction grows.
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A Christian hath the whole Gospel within him, He hath Christ, the Promise, the everlasting God, Heaven, Glory, within him:
A Christian hath the Whole Gospel within him, He hath christ, the Promise, the everlasting God, Heaven, Glory, within him:
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As rich as he is, he may truly say, Omnia mea mecum porto. He carries his All in his heart,
As rich as he is, he may truly say, Omnia mea mecum porto. He carries his All in his heart,
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and can thence get out a living, a Sufficiency for all Times, Cases, and Wants:
and can thence get out a living, a Sufficiency for all Times, Cases, and Wants:
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Cast him naked out of his Habitation, out of his Countrey, yet he carries all with him, he leaves not an Hoof behind him.
Cast him naked out of his Habitation, out of his Country, yet he carries all with him, he leaves not an Hoof behind him.
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Christians, leave it to the poor of the Earth, to carnal men, (the Riches of them is poor enough) leave it them to be discontent:
Christians, leave it to the poor of the Earth, to carnal men, (the Riches of them is poor enough) leave it them to be discontent:
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A carnal Man hath so many to be beholding to, to parch up his contentment, that 'tis no wonder he falls short of it;
A carnal Man hath so many to be beholding to, to parch up his contentment, that it's not wonder he falls short of it;
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the Sun, the Clouds, his Fields, his Folds, his Friends, his Enemies, his Honours, his Pleasures, his Meat, his Drink, his House, his Mony,
the Sun, the Clouds, his Fields, his Folds, his Friends, his Enemies, his Honours, his Pleasures, his Meat, his Drink, his House, his Money,
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yea, the Devil & all, & his lusts, every Creature must come in with their part, to contribute to his contentment:
yea, the devil & all, & his Lustiest, every Creature must come in with their part, to contribute to his contentment:
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if but one thing fails him, there's somthing wanting to make it up:
if but one thing fails him, there's something wanting to make it up:
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Nay, if none fail, but they all do their best to please him, yet all will not do, in the fulness of his sufficiency he is in straits.
Nay, if none fail, but they all do their best to please him, yet all will not do, in the fullness of his sufficiency he is in straits.
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When he hath all he can have, his still hungring Heart cries out of what it hath, Vanity of Va••ties, all is Vanity.
When he hath all he can have, his still hungering Heart cries out of what it hath, Vanity of Va••ties, all is Vanity.
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Leave it to these, Christians, who •ave nothing but emptiness to fill their Souls with••, leave it to them to be discontented.
Leave it to these, Christians, who •ave nothing but emptiness to fill their Souls with••, leave it to them to be discontented.
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Will you •ay the same imputation upon the God of Glory? The Discontent of a Christian, is a kind of Blasphemy:
Will you •ay the same imputation upon the God of Glory? The Discontent of a Christian, is a kind of Blasphemy:
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it proclaims concerning God also, and all the Glory of the Gospel, This also is Vanity;
it proclaims Concerning God also, and all the Glory of the Gospel, This also is Vanity;
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Vanity of Vanities, all is Vanity. Christians, study your Riches more, count over your Treasures; dwell more in your God, and his Gospel;Vanity of Vanities, all is Vanity. Christians, study your Riches more, count over your Treasures; dwell more in your God, and his Gospel;
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Read over your Priviledges, Promises, and Hopes;
Read over your Privileges, Promises, and Hope's;
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feed more on that Bread of Life, drink more freely of those Living Springs, which are broken forth to you:
feed more on that Bred of Life, drink more freely of those Living Springs, which Are broken forth to you:
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Prove more what Godliness hath in it:
Prove more what Godliness hath in it:
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Get out the sweetness and the Pleasure of it, (none in the World live such a voluptuous Life,
Get out the sweetness and the Pleasure of it, (none in the World live such a voluptuous Life,
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as he that lives m••t with God) get out the pleasure of Godliness, lie more at the Breasts, suck harder, press the Clusters,
as he that lives m••t with God) get out the pleasure of Godliness, lie more At the Breasts, suck harder, press the Clusters,
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and the Wine and Milk will come; make the most of Religion, and you will have enough;
and the Wine and Milk will come; make the most of Religion, and you will have enough;
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never blame it for empty, or unsatisfactory, while there is more to be had. Gad not into other Pastures, run not from Flower to Flower, keep you Home:
never blame it for empty, or unsatisfactory, while there is more to be had. Gad not into other Pastures, run not from Flower to Flower, keep you Home:
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Let not your God find you in another Field:
Let not your God find you in Another Field:
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If you keep with God, the less you have of Creature-vanities, the more full will your Contentment be.
If you keep with God, the less you have of Creature-vanities, the more full will your Contentment be.
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Christian, Honour thy God and his Gospel, let his Breasts satisfie thee, and err thou alwayes in his Love.
Christian, Honour thy God and his Gospel, let his Breasts satisfy thee, and err thou always in his Love.
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Let the World read the Gospel-sufficiency in thy Souls pleasure, and satisfaction with it alone. 5. Let your Conversations answer the supports of the Gospel, and its succours.
Let the World read the Gospel-sufficiency in thy Souls pleasure, and satisfaction with it alone. 5. Let your Conversations answer the supports of the Gospel, and its succours.
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Live a patient life ▪ Jam. 5. 7. Be patient, brethren, unto the coming of the Lord.
Live a patient life ▪ Jam. 5. 7. Be patient, brothers, unto the coming of the Lord.
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Patience is a Grace suited to our present Gospel state. I will call it, a Friend that's born for the day of adversity.
Patience is a Grace suited to our present Gospel state. I will call it, a Friend that's born for the day of adversity.
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If you are Christians, you have need of P•tience: and if you have Patience, you need no more.
If you Are Christians, you have need of P•tience: and if you have Patience, you need no more.
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Jam. 1. 4. Let Patience have her perfect work, that you may be entire, lacking nothing. Jam. 1. 4. Let Patience have her perfect work, that you may be entire, lacking nothing.
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Patience, is a submitting, sedate, and calm frame of spirit, whereby a Christian, from Gospel grounds, it born up under all his Troubles,
Patience, is a submitting, sedate, and Cam frame of Spirit, whereby a Christian, from Gospel grounds, it born up under all his Troubles,
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and born through all his Duties. Betwixt Patience and Contentedness, there is this difference;
and born through all his Duties. Betwixt Patience and Contentedness, there is this difference;
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Contentedness is the quiet of the heart, and its satisfaction with its smallest portion of good things. Contentedness is the quiet of the heart, and its satisfaction with its Smallest portion of good things.
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Patience is the quiet of the heart under the greatest pressure of evil things. Patience is the quiet of the heart under the greatest pressure of evil things.
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A patient spirit is a submitting spirit: Its heartily content that God should have his Will.
A patient Spirit is a submitting Spirit: Its heartily content that God should have his Will.
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With whatsoever God is pleased, it will not be displeased. It's the Lord, l•• him do whatsoever seems good in his Eyes.
With whatsoever God is pleased, it will not be displeased. It's the Lord, l•• him doe whatsoever seems good in his Eyes.
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What seems good in God's eyes, shall not seem evil in mine.
What seems good in God's eyes, shall not seem evil in mine.
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It is a Calm and quiet spirit: It will not strive no• cry, nor lift up its voice in the streets;
It is a Cam and quiet Spirit: It will not strive no• cry, nor lift up its voice in the streets;
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it can mourn, but it does not murmur; it can feel, but it will not fret at the hand of God.
it can mourn, but it does not murmur; it can feel, but it will not fret At the hand of God.
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A patient person is ever compos mentis; has the command and government of his spirit; keeps it sober, and in due order; doth not rave, and rage.
A patient person is ever compos mentis; has the command and government of his Spirit; keeps it Sobrium, and in due order; does not rave, and rage.
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Impatience is a kind of frenzy;
Impatience is a kind of frenzy;
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such persons are besides themselves. In our patience we possess, and by our impatience we lose our Souls:
such Persons Are beside themselves. In our patience we possess, and by our impatience we loose our Souls:
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we lose the rule and government of them ▪ the peace and the use of them.
we loose the Rule and government of them ▪ the peace and the use of them.
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An impatient man is besides himself, both as a Man and as a Christian. 1. He is besides himself as a Man: Impatience turns Reason out of doors;
an impatient man is beside himself, both as a Man and as a Christian. 1. He is beside himself as a Man: Impatience turns Reason out of doors;
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and for the Affections, they are all in an uproar, and will know no command or government.
and for the Affections, they Are all in an uproar, and will know no command or government.
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2. He is besides himself as a Christian; turned quite out of course: Duties, Comforts, Experiences, Hopes, all are laid aside.
2. He is beside himself as a Christian; turned quite out of course: Duties, Comforts, Experiences, Hope's, all Are laid aside.
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Keep you quiet, keep the peace in your heart, and you keep your heart. In this calmness and quietness, it bears up under troubles.
Keep you quiet, keep the peace in your heart, and you keep your heart. In this calmness and quietness, it bears up under Troubles.
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Patience hath Fortitude in it, it neither frets nor faints, under all its burthens.
Patience hath Fortitude in it, it neither frets nor faints, under all its burdens.
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Christians [ must ] bear, and patient Christians [ can ] bear any thing that comes on them.
Christians [ must ] bear, and patient Christians [ can ] bear any thing that comes on them.
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The proper exercise of patience, is enduring: he endures not that suffers only, but that can bear what he suffers.
The proper exercise of patience, is enduring: he endures not that suffers only, but that can bear what he suffers.
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It bears through its Duties: The passion of a patient person doth not hinder his action.
It bears through its Duties: The passion of a patient person does not hinder his actium.
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He holds his course, keeps on his way, whatever load he hath on his back. He (runs) with patience, the race which is set before him;
He holds his course, keeps on his Way, whatever load he hath on his back. He (runs) with patience, the raze which is Set before him;
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he is not discouraged nor diverted from his holy course by any suffering it costs him.
he is not discouraged nor diverted from his holy course by any suffering it costs him.
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And indeed, Christian Patience stands not in a bare forced quiet, in a biting in,
And indeed, Christian Patience Stands not in a bore forced quiet, in a biting in,
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or keeping down, our fretting aestuations, from venting themselves in word or carriage, or in a sullen silence or stupidity;
or keeping down, our fretting aestuations, from venting themselves in word or carriage, or in a sullen silence or stupidity;
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but in the maintaining such a tranquility of spirit, under all we suffer, as that we can still, both enjoy and serve the Lord.
but in the maintaining such a tranquillity of Spirit, under all we suffer, as that we can still, both enjoy and serve the Lord.
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He is a patient Christian, that is as much a Christian in a storm as in a clam;
He is a patient Christian, that is as much a Christian in a storm as in a clam;
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that can pray, believe, love, bless God, follow God, and keep his way, when he smites, as when he smiles.
that can pray, believe, love, bless God, follow God, and keep his Way, when he smites, as when he smiles.
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Lastly, in all this, a Christian is upheld and carried on, from Gospel Grounds. 'Tis not a natural hardiness or apathy, 'tis not the Spirit of a man that does sustain his infirmities;
Lastly, in all this, a Christian is upheld and carried on, from Gospel Grounds. It's not a natural hardiness or apathy, it's not the Spirit of a man that does sustain his infirmities;
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'tis upon the everlasting Gospel that he stands. There are three Things especially, that bear him through.
it's upon the everlasting Gospel that he Stands. There Are three Things especially, that bear him through.
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His viewing, The Hand of the Lord. The End of the Lord. The Help of the Lord.
His viewing, The Hand of the Lord. The End of the Lord. The Help of the Lord.
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1. He sees the hand of the Lord in all that befalls him:
1. He sees the hand of the Lord in all that befalls him:
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Whence was Davids patience? Psal: 39. 9. I was dumb, I opened not my mouth, Because thou Lord didst it.
Whence was Davids patience? Psalm: 39. 9. I was dumb, I opened not my Mouth, Because thou Lord didst it.
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Whence was Eli's patience: 1 Sam. 3. It is the Lord, let him do what seems him good.
Whence was Eli's patience: 1 Sam. 3. It is the Lord, let him do what seems him good.
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Whence was Job's patience? Job. 1. 21. The Lord hath given, the Lord hath taken away, blessed be the Name of the Lord.
Whence was Job's patience? Job. 1. 21. The Lord hath given, the Lord hath taken away, blessed be the Name of the Lord.
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By the way note, That a godly man is not only patient under his afflictions, but thankful:
By the Way note, That a godly man is not only patient under his afflictions, but thankful:
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He is not only thankful for Mercies, but for Chastisements. 'Tis not only, the Lord hath given, blessed be his Name;
He is not only thankful for mercies, but for Chastisements. It's not only, the Lord hath given, blessed be his Name;
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the Lord hath built me up, the Lord hath filled me, the Lord hath hedged me, blessed be his Name;
the Lord hath built me up, the Lord hath filled me, the Lord hath hedged me, blessed be his Name;
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but also, The Lord hath taken away, the Lord hath humbled me, broken me, undone me, left me naked, left me nothing;
but also, The Lord hath taken away, the Lord hath humbled me, broken me, undone me, left me naked, left me nothing;
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blessed be the Name of the Lord. This by the way. 2. He sees the end of the Lord;
blessed be the Name of the Lord. This by the Way. 2. He sees the end of the Lord;
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that God intends his good by all that comes upon him.
that God intends his good by all that comes upon him.
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He knowes that all things, and therefore this which is upon him, whatever it be, shall work to him for good.
He knows that all things, and Therefore this which is upon him, whatever it be, shall work to him for good.
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3. He feels the help of the Lord.
3. He feels the help of the Lord.
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When the hand of the Lord is upon him, he feels also the hand of the Lord under him, underneath the everlasting Arms, Deut. 32. 27. The Gospel, as it hath allotted him many Tribulation•, so it hath allowed him mighty supports.
When the hand of the Lord is upon him, he feels also the hand of the Lord under him, underneath the everlasting Arms, Deuteronomy 32. 27. The Gospel, as it hath allotted him many Tribulation•, so it hath allowed him mighty supports.
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A mighty God, who is the Rock of Ages, Isa. 26. a merciful High-Priest, who being tempted himself, is able also to succour those that are tempted, Heb. 2. 18. Precious Promises, 2 Pet. 1. Gracious experiences, Rom. 5. 4. Patience worketh experience. This last support, [ experience ] hath all the rest in it.A mighty God, who is the Rock of Ages, Isaiah 26. a merciful High-Priest, who being tempted himself, is able also to succour those that Are tempted, Hebrew 2. 18. Precious Promises, 2 Pet. 1. Gracious experiences, Rom. 5. 4. Patience works experience. This last support, [ experience ] hath all the rest in it.
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Experience is the whole Gospel proved. A patient, experienced Christian, hath proved all things, what they are;
Experience is the Whole Gospel proved. A patient, experienced Christian, hath proved all things, what they Are;
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hath proved the World, and what it is, and the worst it can do: hath proved the Word, and what there is in it:
hath proved the World, and what it is, and the worst it can do: hath proved the Word, and what there is in it:
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hath proved what God is, what Christ is ▪ what grace, and peace, and a good Conscience are;
hath proved what God is, what christ is ▪ what grace, and peace, and a good Conscience Are;
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Tribulation often takes away God, and his Gospel; and we never so well prove what God is, as when we have him alone;
Tribulation often Takes away God, and his Gospel; and we never so well prove what God is, as when we have him alone;
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what grace is, what a good Conscience is, as when we have nothing else left us.
what grace is, what a good Conscience is, as when we have nothing Else left us.
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Our Religion never shews so much what is in it, as when it's most put to it.
Our Religion never shows so much what is in it, as when it's most put to it.
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When the Adversary hath gotten the greatest advantage of us; of the Sun, of the Wind, of the Ground;
When the Adversary hath got the greatest advantage of us; of the Sun, of the Wind, of the Ground;
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when he presseth with most violence, with most fury upon us, then we best know, what the weapons of our Warfare are.
when he Presseth with most violence, with most fury upon us, then we best know, what the weapons of our Warfare Are.
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The comforts and supports of Religion are not known, either of what strength, or of what sweetness they are, till they are thus proved.
The comforts and supports of Religion Are not known, either of what strength, or of what sweetness they Are, till they Are thus proved.
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Hezekiah had never such a tast of his integrity, as when he received the Message of death.Hezekiah had never such a taste of his integrity, as when he received the Message of death.
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Stephen had never such a sight of Heaven, as through a storm of stones. Christ is never so sweet as in a prison.Stephen had never such a sighed of Heaven, as through a storm of stones. christ is never so sweet as in a prison.
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When God meets his Saints in a Wilderness, then he speaks comfortably to them. A patient Christian hath more or less experience of all this;
When God meets his Saints in a Wilderness, then he speaks comfortably to them. A patient Christian hath more or less experience of all this;
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and hence is he supported, keeps quiet under all his sufferings, and carried with courage on in his way.
and hence is he supported, keeps quiet under all his sufferings, and carried with courage on in his Way.
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Be patient therefore Brethren unto the coming of the Lord. You have need of patience, and no excuse for your impatience.
Be patient Therefore Brothers unto the coming of the Lord. You have need of patience, and no excuse for your impatience.
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The sufferings of the Gospel call for patience; and the supports of the Gospel will condemn your impatience.
The sufferings of the Gospel call for patience; and the supports of the Gospel will condemn your impatience.
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If you will be godly, count upon it that you have a great fight of afflictions to endure.
If you will be godly, count upon it that you have a great fight of afflictions to endure.
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Venture not into the fight without your Armour: An impatient creature is a naked Soldier: How easily will Sathan destroy, whom he hath once disarmed!
Venture not into the fight without your Armour: an impatient creature is a naked Soldier: How Easily will Sathan destroy, whom he hath once disarmed!
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The more you can the less you shall suffer. Secure your spirit, and you save your self from harm.
The more you can the less you shall suffer. Secure your Spirit, and you save your self from harm.
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There's no Dart shall hurt you, that does not hit your heart. Keep your heart whole, and the Devil loses all his shot.
There's no Dart shall hurt you, that does not hit your heart. Keep your heart Whole, and the devil loses all his shot.
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Be patient, and you possess your Souls: keep your Souls, and the enemy loses the day.
Be patient, and you possess your Souls: keep your Souls, and the enemy loses the day.
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Christians, 'Tis of great consequence to you, to be of a patient spirit, and 'tis a great Duty;Christians, It's of great consequence to you, to be of a patient Spirit, and it's a great Duty;
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there's much more in it, than every eye observes.
there's much more in it, than every eye observes.
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When I perswade you to Patience; know, That 'tis no small thing that I am perswading you to? 'Tis no less than, 1. To the whole of Christianity. 2. To the height of Christianity.
When I persuade you to Patience; know, That it's not small thing that I am persuading you to? It's no less than, 1. To the Whole of Christianity. 2. To the height of Christianity.
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1. To the whole of Christianity: To be truly Patient, hath as much in it, as to be a Christian:
1. To the Whole of Christianity: To be truly Patient, hath as much in it, as to be a Christian:
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To be holy, humble, meek, mortified, self-denying, crucified to the world, heavenly minded; all this you must be, or you cannot be patient.
To be holy, humble, meek, mortified, self-denying, Crucified to the world, heavenly minded; all this you must be, or you cannot be patient.
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Patient and proud? patient and peevish? patient and unmortified, earthly minded, a self-seeker? This is as great a contradiction,
Patient and proud? patient and peevish? patient and unmortified, earthly minded, a self-seeker? This is as great a contradiction,
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as to be proud and humble, fleshly and spiritual, earthly and heavenly, a Christian and no Christian.
as to be proud and humble, fleshly and spiritual, earthly and heavenly, a Christian and no Christian.
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If ever you will be possessors of this grace, you must be partakers of all grace.
If ever you will be Possessors' of this grace, you must be partakers of all grace.
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Get a believing, broken, self-denying heart;
Get a believing, broken, self-denying heart;
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get your spirits furnished with the love of Christ, the hope of the Gospel, the contempt of the World;
get your spirits furnished with the love of christ, the hope of the Gospel, the contempt of the World;
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live above in the other World: Let Christ, Glory, Honour, Immortality, be the portion of your Souls;
live above in the other World: Let christ, Glory, Honour, Immortality, be the portion of your Souls;
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and the pleasure of your lives, if ever you would be truly patient. 2. To Christianity in the height of it.
and the pleasure of your lives, if ever you would be truly patient. 2. To Christianity in the height of it.
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In pressing you to patience, I am herein pressing you to get Assurance. Without assurance, though patience be possible, yet you'l find it both difficult and very imperfect.
In pressing you to patience, I am herein pressing you to get Assurance. Without assurance, though patience be possible, yet You'll find it both difficult and very imperfect.
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What Patience, when I question whether my sins be forgiven? whether God be reconciled,
What Patience, when I question whither my Sins be forgiven? whither God be reconciled,
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and be not dealing with me as an enemy? What Patience, when I doubt whether my afflictions be not the pension of a bastard, rather than the portion of a Son? when I am not sure,
and be not dealing with me as an enemy? What Patience, when I doubt whither my afflictions be not the pension of a bastard, rather than the portion of a Son? when I am not sure,
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but my present sufferings are sent to carry me down to eternal sufferings? I am in misery and perpetual torments:
but my present sufferings Are sent to carry me down to Eternal sufferings? I am in misery and perpetual torments:
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never a day without 〈 … 〉 it may be never shall; this or worse may last for ever.
never a day without 〈 … 〉 it may be never shall; this or Worse may last for ever.
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〈 ◊ 〉 if I were sure it would be well at last, I could be quiet;
〈 ◊ 〉 if I were sure it would be well At last, I could be quiet;
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but for ought I know, the Furnace I am in may be the very mouth of Hell:
but for ought I know, the Furnace I am in may be the very Mouth of Hell:
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The diseases, the wounds I am under, may be sent to let out my Soul into everlasting burnings;
The diseases, the wounds I am under, may be sent to let out my Soul into everlasting burnings;
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how can I be patient under such doubts and fears? Make God sure, Christian, make Heaven sure once,
how can I be patient under such doubts and fears? Make God sure, Christian, make Heaven sure once,
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and then thou may'st set thine Heart at rest;
and then thou Mayest Set thine Heart At rest;
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then thou may'st almost as easily exercise, as thine Enemies find thee Exercise of, thy patience.
then thou Mayest almost as Easily exercise, as thine Enemies find thee Exercise of, thy patience.
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Christians, if you will be patient, you must be painful: give diligence; be diligent in making your Calling and Election sure:Christians, if you will be patient, you must be painful: give diligence; be diligent in making your Calling and Election sure:
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be diligent in duty, be vigilant against iniquity:
be diligent in duty, be vigilant against iniquity:
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If you will be patient, be impatient of sin, and you will be patient of sorrow;
If you will be patient, be impatient of since, and you will be patient of sorrow;
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make sin sure, get it slain by the cross, and buried in the grave of your Lord, sealing the stone, and setting a watch:
make since sure, get it slave by the cross, and buried in the grave of your Lord, sealing the stone, and setting a watch:
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have nothing to conflict with, in the day of your affliction, but your affliction; beware of carrying guilt with you up upon the Cross.
have nothing to conflict with, in the day of your affliction, but your affliction; beware of carrying guilt with you up upon the Cross.
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Let not the gall of guilt be mingled with the vinegar of affliction:
Let not the Gall of guilt be mingled with the vinegar of affliction:
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A mortified spirit will deaden all our pains, and a pure Conscience will bear all our burthens.
A mortified Spirit will deaden all our pains, and a pure Conscience will bear all our burdens.
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Till this be done, I must tell you, you will find suffering to be hard service.
Till this be done, I must tell you, you will find suffering to be hard service.
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Tis an easie matter to talk of the sufferings of the Gospel, and to boast great things afore-hand;
This an easy matter to talk of the sufferings of the Gospel, and to boast great things aforehand;
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as you know who did once, and what came of it, Though I die with thee, I will never deny thee.
as you know who did once, and what Come of it, Though I die with thee, I will never deny thee.
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But when it comes to the pinch, when Troubles come upon us, when the hand of the Lord touches us,
But when it comes to the pinch, when Troubles come upon us, when the hand of the Lord touches us,
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and touches where it's most tender, brings those calamities on us, which are most contrary to us, strips us of those comforts which are most dear to us, takes away all from us, and leaves us naked;
and touches where it's most tender, brings those calamities on us, which Are most contrary to us, strips us of those comforts which Are most dear to us, Takes away all from us, and leaves us naked;
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when we feel the smart of the rod, when every stroke fetches blood; when the feet are hurt in the Stocks, and the Iron enters into the Soul;
when we feel the smart of the rod, when every stroke Fetches blood; when the feet Are hurt in the Stocks, and the Iron enters into the Soul;
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when the vinegar and the gall comes, when the thorns and the nails of the Cross are struck in;
when the vinegar and the Gall comes, when the thorns and the nails of the Cross Are struck in;
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when shame and reproach, when scorn and contempt, when hunger and thirst, when cold and nakedness,
when shame and reproach, when scorn and contempt, when hunger and thirst, when cold and nakedness,
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when bodily torment and pain, are all measured to you for your portion, and mingled in your cup:
when bodily torment and pain, Are all measured to you for your portion, and mingled in your cup:
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If ever God should call you out, to take your part with that Cloud of witnesses, Heb. 11. who were tortured, had trials of cruel mockings,
If ever God should call you out, to take your part with that Cloud of Witnesses, Hebrew 11. who were tortured, had trials of cruel mockings,
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and scourgings, of bounds and imprisonment; who were stoned, were sawn asunder, were tempted, were slain with the sword;
and scourgings, of bounds and imprisonment; who were stoned, were sawn asunder, were tempted, were slave with the sword;
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wandring about in Sheep-skins, and Goat-skins, being destitute, afflicted and tormented; wandring in desarts and mountains, in dens and caves of the earth:
wandering about in Sheepskins, and Goatskins, being destitute, afflicted and tormented; wandering in deserts and Mountains, in dens and caves of the earth:
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If ever this should be your case, then you will know how much there is in Christian patience:
If ever this should be your case, then you will know how much there is in Christian patience:
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and how necessary self-denial, mortification, living in the faith, and fellowship of God, and the power of his Spirit,
and how necessary self-denial, mortification, living in the faith, and fellowship of God, and the power of his Spirit,
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and assurance of his love, are to your patient possessing of your Souls.
and assurance of his love, Are to your patient possessing of your Souls.
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Believe it, Christians, the Gospel hath not furnished us with such large provision of Graces, Comforts, Promises, Hopes, for nothing;
Believe it, Christians, the Gospel hath not furnished us with such large provision of Graces, Comforts, Promises, Hope's, for nothing;
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you will find need enough of them all.
you will find need enough of them all.
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Such amazing, astonishing trials you may be called out to, as nothing less, than the rickest stock of promises, the greatest treasure of Experiences, the highest pitch of spiritual Graces, your greatest conquest over Lust and the World, your living under the fullest influences of Divine Power,
Such amazing, astonishing trials you may be called out to, as nothing less, than the rickest stock of promises, the greatest treasure of Experiences, the highest pitch of spiritual Graces, your greatest conquest over Lust and the World, your living under the Fullest influences of Divine Power,
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and the clearest Sense of Divine Love, will furnish you with an enduring spirit; nothing less will, but this will do it.
and the Clearest Sense of Divine Love, will furnish you with an enduring Spirit; nothing less will, but this will do it.
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Get sin, and the World under, make God sure, make the Promises sure;
Get since, and the World under, make God sure, make the Promises sure;
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live in a daily conflict with Sin, contempt of the World, and exercise of all Graces;
live in a daily conflict with since, contempt of the World, and exercise of all Graces;
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Live in the obedience, vision, and fruition of your God, and then you are ready for the Enemy.
Live in the Obedience, vision, and fruition of your God, and then you Are ready for the Enemy.
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Let your Sufferings be what they will, come when they will, your Souls are at Anchor,
Let your Sufferings be what they will, come when they will, your Souls Are At Anchor,
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and shall have a continual Calm within, how Tempestuous soever the Weather be.
and shall have a continual Cam within, how Tempestuous soever the Weather be.
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As a farther Encouragement, and Help to this great Duty, consider, that your patient suffering will be, 1. Your witness to the Gospel. 2. Gods witness to your Adoption. 3. The cure of your Corruption. 4. Your triumph over Temptation. 5. The improvement of your Sanctification. 6. The advance of your glory.
As a farther Encouragement, and Help to this great Duty, Consider, that your patient suffering will be, 1. Your witness to the Gospel. 2. God's witness to your Adoption. 3. The cure of your Corruption. 4. Your triumph over Temptation. 5. The improvement of your Sanctification. 6. The advance of your glory.
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1. Your patient suffering will be your witness to the Gospel. Who were that Cloud of Witnesses, mentioned Heb. 12. 1. but the suffering Saints;
1. Your patient suffering will be your witness to the Gospel. Who were that Cloud of Witnesses, mentioned Hebrew 12. 1. but the suffering Saints;
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that Army of Martyrs recorded Chap. 11. whose patience is set forth as a partern to those that should come after; These are witnesses.
that Army of Martyrs recorded Chap. 11. whose patience is Set forth as a partern to those that should come After; These Are Witnesses.
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What was it by which they bare witness, but by their patient suffering? To what did they bare a witness, but to God and his Gospel?
What was it by which they bore witness, but by their patient suffering? To what did they bore a witness, but to God and his Gospel?
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What witness did they bear? Why, That the Gospel is true. The sufferings of the Saints, are their Seal to the Gospel:
What witness did they bear? Why, That the Gospel is true. The sufferings of the Saints, Are their Seal to the Gospel:
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As he that believeth, so much more, he that suffereth in Faith, hath set to his Seal that God is true.
As he that Believeth, so much more, he that suffers in Faith, hath Set to his Seal that God is true.
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In the Faith and patience of the Saints, may be seen (as the Seal in the wax) the prints and impressions of the Truth and Faithfulness of God.
In the Faith and patience of the Saints, may be seen (as the Seal in the wax) the prints and impressions of the Truth and Faithfulness of God.
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God hath said, he will uphold, he will not forsake them;
God hath said, he will uphold, he will not forsake them;
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and their Patience shews, he doth uphold, he hath not forsaken them. 2. That the Gospel is a glorious Gospel:
and their Patience shows, he does uphold, he hath not forsaken them. 2. That the Gospel is a glorious Gospel:
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That God is a good Master, that its good being with Christ any where:
That God is a good Master, that its good being with christ any where:
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That they are no losers by their Religion, but that it's wages are above its work,
That they Are no losers by their Religion, but that it's wages Are above its work,
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and it's pay above its pain.
and it's pay above its pain.
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It were not possible, when they prove how much the Gospel costs them, but they should be weary of it,
It were not possible, when they prove how much the Gospel costs them, but they should be weary of it,
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and repent of their Faith, and renounce their profession, if they did not find the Lord a good pa•• master.
and Repent of their Faith, and renounce their profession, if they did not find the Lord a good pa•• master.
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The Apostle tells us, 2 Cor. 3. 3. that Christians are the Epistles of Christ, or his Letters of commendation to the World, in whom may be read his Excellencies and Glory,
The Apostle tells us, 2 Cor. 3. 3. that Christians Are the Epistles of christ, or his Letters of commendation to the World, in whom may be read his Excellencies and Glory,
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and the incomparable advantages of his Service. And as all Christians, so especially suffering Christians:
and the incomparable advantages of his Service. And as all Christians, so especially suffering Christians:
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The Character of Christ is never so visible and legible, as when 'tis written in Blood.
The Character of christ is never so visible and legible, as when it's written in Blood.
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The Bowels, and Bounty, and kindness of God our Saviour, never appear'd in more Glory, than upon his Cross;
The Bowels, and Bounty, and kindness of God our Saviour, never appeared in more Glory, than upon his Cross;
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and there's no such lively Transcript of them, as upon our Cross. On his Cross, his Blood;
and there's no such lively Transcript of them, as upon our Cross. On his Cross, his Blood;
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on our Cross, his Spirit, and the precious grace & comforts of it, are most plentifully shed forth, 1 Pet. 4. 14. If ye be reproached, that is,
on our Cross, his Spirit, and the precious grace & comforts of it, Are most plentifully shed forth, 1 Pet. 4. 14. If you be reproached, that is,
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and endure it, the Spirit of Glory and of God resteth upon you. The spirit and influences of a crucified Jesus, do never shine forth to such advantage, as in his crucified Saints.
and endure it, the Spirit of Glory and of God rests upon you. The Spirit and influences of a Crucified jesus, do never shine forth to such advantage, as in his Crucified Saints.
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Upon the patience of a Saint, under the sufferings of Christ, he that runs may read this written, I serve a good Master.
Upon the patience of a Saint, under the sufferings of christ, he that runs may read this written, I serve a good Master.
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Our patient suffering is our witness to Christ, and his Gospel.
Our patient suffering is our witness to christ, and his Gospel.
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Christian, when God sends thee to Calvary, he sends thee thither as a chosen vessel, that thou shouldst there bear his name before the world.
Christian, when God sends thee to Calvary, he sends thee thither as a chosen vessel, that thou Shouldst there bear his name before the world.
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Art thou impatient at this? what canst thou not bear this honour thy God hath laid upon thee? Hath God chosen thee, thee amongst all thy brethren, to do him this honour,
Art thou impatient At this? what Canst thou not bear this honour thy God hath laid upon thee? Hath God chosen thee, thee among all thy brothers, to do him this honour,
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& wilt thou be angry, that he did not rather choose some other? 'Twas an unworthy answer, of a good Man, Moses, when God sent him to Egypt, to appear for him before Phara•h, and to be the deliverer of his people, Exod. 4. 13. Send, I pray thee, by the hand of him whom thou wilt send.
& wilt thou be angry, that he did not rather choose Some other? 'Twas an unworthy answer, of a good Man, Moses, when God sent him to Egypt, to appear for him before Phara•h, and to be the deliverer of his people, Exod 4. 13. Send, I pray thee, by the hand of him whom thou wilt send.
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Send whom thou wilt, any body but me.
Send whom thou wilt, any body but me.
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But by our sinful shifting our selves of trouble, or our murmurings under them, we say the like:
But by our sinful shifting our selves of trouble, or our murmurings under them, we say the like:
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Send whom thou wilt to witness for thee, but let me go free:
Send whom thou wilt to witness for thee, but let me go free:
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Let me have my ease, and my quiet, and my liberty, and take this honour who will for me. Unworthy Spirits!
Let me have my ease, and my quiet, and my liberty, and take this honour who will for me. Unworthy Spirits!
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Oh me-thinks, Christians, we should rather step one before another;
O methinks, Christians, we should rather step one before Another;
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and when our Lord demands, Who will go with me? Who will bear my Cross? Me thinks we should readily answer, I will go; let me bear it Lord;
and when our Lord demands, Who will go with me? Who will bear my Cross? Me thinks we should readily answer, I will go; let me bear it Lord;
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and not grudge as we do, that he puts us to it. Our impatience bears false witness against God, and his Gospel;
and not grudge as we do, that he puts us to it. Our impatience bears false witness against God, and his Gospel;
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what is the voyce or the meaning of impatience, less than this?
what is the voice or the meaning of impatience, less than this?
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What-ever is said in honour of the Gospel, what a blessedness, what an ineffable advantage 'tis, to all that heartily own it;
Whatever is said in honour of the Gospel, what a blessedness, what an ineffable advantage it's, to all that heartily own it;
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yet having proved it, I find it even as much as nothing, by that all the costs and charges of it are cast up:
yet having proved it, I find it even as much as nothing, by that all the costs and charges of it Are cast up:
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The comforts of it will never ballance them: set one against another, the bad against the good, the bitter against the sweet:
The comforts of it will never balance them: Set one against Another, the bad against the good, the bitter against the sweet:
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Set one against another, and I have made but a bad bargain by becoming a Christian.
Set one against Another, and I have made but a bad bargain by becoming a Christian.
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This is the voice of impatience. Christian, thou passest over thy Murmuring, as a light evil;
This is the voice of impatience. Christian, thou passest over thy Murmuring, as a Light evil;
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as if thy pain might excuse thy pettishness: As if it were, because 'tis so common, a very small thing:
as if thy pain might excuse thy pettishness: As if it were, Because it's so Common, a very small thing:
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but is it nothing to bely God, to bear false witness against his Gospel, thy repining that ever thou wert a Christian.
but is it nothing to belly God, to bear false witness against his Gospel, thy repining that ever thou Wertenberg a Christian.
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Brithren, Let us do the Lord this Right, by the patience of our spirits;
Brethren, Let us doe the Lord this Right, by the patience of our spirits;
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to confesse before the world, That all the sufferings of this Life, are not worthy to be compared to the Glory that shall be revealed:to confess before the world, That all the sufferings of this Life, Are not worthy to be compared to the Glory that shall be revealed:
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And looking unto Jesus, the Author and Finisher of our Faith;And looking unto jesus, the Author and Finisher of our Faith;
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Let us learn of him, for the Joy that is set before us, to endure the Cross, and despise the shame:
Let us Learn of him, for the Joy that is Set before us, to endure the Cross, and despise the shame:
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that we may sit down at his, as he is set down at the right hand of the throne of God. that we may fit down At his, as he is Set down At the right hand of the throne of God.
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Secondly, Your patient suffering, will be God's Witness of your Adoption, Heb. 12. 7. If you endure chastening, God dealeth with you as with Sons:
Secondly, Your patient suffering, will be God's Witness of your Adoption, Hebrew 12. 7. If you endure chastening, God deals with you as with Sons:
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The LORD doth not use to deal so with strangers.
The LORD does not use to deal so with Strangers.
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Afflictions are Gods Family Discipline. Yet mark, 'tis not the suffering alone will prove our Sonship (the Rod is for the fools back,
Afflictions Are God's Family Discipline. Yet mark, it's not the suffering alone will prove our Sonship (the Rod is for the Fools back,
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as well as the childs) but patient suffering will: for, 1. Patient suffering is it self, an evidence of our adoption:
as well as the child's) but patient suffering will: for, 1. Patient suffering is it self, an evidence of our adoption:
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it is the mark of the Lord Jesus upon us.
it is the mark of the Lord jesus upon us.
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If thou hast both the same lot, and the same spirit, that was upon Christ, there's thy Lords mark upon thee, whereby he marks thee out for one of his own.
If thou hast both the same lot, and the same Spirit, that was upon christ, there's thy lords mark upon thee, whereby he marks thee out for one of his own.
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Men had need of other marks to prove them Christians, than what the Rod hath made on their backs;
Men had need of other marks to prove them Christians, than what the Rod hath made on their backs;
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'tis our quiet submitting to it, and that upon Gospel grounds, as hath been before shewed, that must do it,
it's our quiet submitting to it, and that upon Gospel grounds, as hath been before showed, that must do it,
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and this will be evidence enough. None but a Son will thus submit. 2. The suffering state of Christians, is ordinarily attended with other evidences.
and this will be evidence enough. None but a Son will thus submit. 2. The suffering state of Christians, is ordinarily attended with other evidences.
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Sufferings will set patience on work, and patience will set every other grace on work.
Sufferings will Set patience on work, and patience will Set every other grace on work.
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Whatsoever it be, that finds work for patience, will therein find work for faith, and love, and hope, and self-denial.
Whatsoever it be, that finds work for patience, will therein find work for faith, and love, and hope, and self-denial.
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Christians never appear so much believers, so humble, so mortified, as under the Cross.
Christians never appear so much believers, so humble, so mortified, as under the Cross.
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If there be any faith, or love, or hope in the heart, 'twill appear in the day of adversity.
If there be any faith, or love, or hope in the heart, it'll appear in the day of adversity.
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If there be any fire under the ashes, throw on water, and then you shall hear it,
If there be any fire under the Ashes, throw on water, and then you shall hear it,
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when, it may be, before you could see none there.
when, it may be, before you could see none there.
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As Solomon sayes, folly, so we may say, wisdom, grace is bound up in the heart of a child,
As Solomon Says, folly, so we may say, Wisdom, grace is bound up in the heart of a child,
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but the rod of correction will fetch it out.
but the rod of correction will fetch it out.
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We seldom know, either how bad, or how good our hearts are, till they are thus proved;
We seldom know, either how bad, or how good our hearts Are, till they Are thus proved;
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This I did to prove thee, and to know what was in thine heart. This I did to prove thee, and to know what was in thine heart.
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Besides, this is the season, when ordinarily there are most plentiful illapses, and incomes from above.
Beside, this is the season, when ordinarily there Are most plentiful illapses, and incomes from above.
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God seldom sends such tokens of his love, as to his Children in prison.
God seldom sends such tokens of his love, as to his Children in prison.
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The light of his countenance he often reserves for their darkest estate, he sets to his Seal,
The Light of his countenance he often reserves for their Darkest estate, he sets to his Seal,
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when the wax is on fire.
when the wax is on fire.
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There have been Christians that would never believe that they were such, till God hath told it them at the stake;
There have been Christians that would never believe that they were such, till God hath told it them At the stake;
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the highest joyes, the fullest sence of everlasting kindness have been most ordinarily the portion of Gods Martyrs.
the highest Joys, the Fullest sense of everlasting kindness have been most ordinarily the portion of God's Martyrs.
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When Hell is let loose upon them, then Heaven is most open.
When Hell is let lose upon them, then Heaven is most open.
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Many Christians have met with such refreshings in their Bonds, that their enlargement hath been their Prison.
Many Christians have met with such refreshings in their Bonds, that their enlargement hath been their Prison.
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If this be so Christians, who would fear sufferings? who would not be patient? would it comfort you, to know that God is your Father? Be patient, and you shall know it.
If this be so Christians, who would Fear sufferings? who would not be patient? would it Comfort you, to know that God is your Father? Be patient, and you shall know it.
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What would you not bear, so you might be sure you are the Lords? It may be you have been held under doubt and fears,
What would you not bear, so you might be sure you Are the lords? It may be you have been held under doubt and fears,
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and sad uncertainties, hitherto all your dayes;
and sad uncertainties, hitherto all your days;
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you have gone about from duty to duty, from Ordinance to Ordinance, from Christian to Christian, enquiring,
you have gone about from duty to duty, from Ordinance to Ordinance, from Christian to Christian, inquiring,
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and mourning, and complaining, and crying our, Oh if I were sure that Christ were mine, that my faith,
and mourning, and complaining, and crying our, O if I were sure that christ were mine, that my faith,
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and my love, and my hope, and my obedience were sound, and sincere, such as would prove my adoption, then could be I quiet:
and my love, and my hope, and my Obedience were found, and sincere, such as would prove my adoption, then could be I quiet:
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Why, if ever God calls thee to Sufferings, follow him chearfully; He calls thee out to prove to thee, that thou lov'st him.
Why, if ever God calls thee to Sufferings, follow him cheerfully; He calls thee out to prove to thee, that thou Lovest him.
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Fear not to go up with him on the Cross; Assurance is a fruit, that most ••dinarily grows on that Tree.
fear not to go up with him on the Cross; Assurance is a fruit, that most ••dinarily grows on that Tree.
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Let hypocrites only fear sufferings, 'twill be sad indeed to them;
Let Hypocrites only Fear sufferings, it'll be sad indeed to them;
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there's many a self-deceiving Professor, that never suspected himself to be an hypocrite, till persecution made him an Apostate:
there's many a Self-deceiving Professor, that never suspected himself to be an hypocrite, till persecution made him an Apostate:
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that's a woful case, to have sufferings come upon him for the Gospel's sake, only to tell him, That he hath no part in Christ nor his Gospel.
that's a woeful case, to have sufferings come upon him for the Gospel's sake, only to tell him, That he hath no part in christ nor his Gospel.
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Let hypocrites be afraid and unquiet, but let Saints be patient. The same trials which will prove them bastards, will prove you Sons.
Let Hypocrites be afraid and unquiet, but let Saints be patient. The same trials which will prove them bastards, will prove you Sons.
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Your patient suffering is the cure of your Corruption. Sufferings are our medicine for corruption, and patience our cure:
Your patient suffering is the cure of your Corruption. Sufferings Are our medicine for corruption, and patience our cure:
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To what degree of patience a Christian hath attain'd, that degree of power hath he gotten over iniquity.
To what degree of patience a Christian hath attained, that degree of power hath he got over iniquity.
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Till lust be conquered, there's no patience:
Till lust be conquered, there's no patience:
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If there be but one unmortified corruption remaining, and an affliction comes and grates upon that, this will provoke; there's no beating it. Whence is impatience;
If there be but one unmortified corruption remaining, and an affliction comes and grates upon that, this will provoke; there's no beating it. Whence is impatience;
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but from this, for the most part that we cannot bear any violence, that's offered to lust? what is patience,
but from this, for the most part that we cannot bear any violence, that's offered to lust? what is patience,
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but this, that we can bear that pain, that lust when pinched will put us to? quietly to suffer our pride, our envy, our passion, our sensual appetites, to be cut short of what would gratifie them:
but this, that we can bear that pain, that lust when pinched will put us to? quietly to suffer our pride, our envy, our passion, our sensual appetites, to be Cut short of what would gratify them:
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and freely to leave them under that which comes to kill and crucifie them;
and freely to leave them under that which comes to kill and crucify them;
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to be able to want that fuel that feeds, and endure that water that doth quench these fires; this is Patience.
to be able to want that fuel that feeds, and endure that water that does quench these fires; this is Patience.
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VVhen our pride is strip'd of its ornaments, our appetites deprived of their delicates, our covetousness of its substance, our flesh of its ease? and we either feel no smart,
When our pride is striped of its Ornament, our appetites deprived of their delicates, our covetousness of its substance, our Flesh of its ease? and we either feel no smart,
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or can bear the smart of it; then we are Patient.
or can bear the smart of it; then we Are Patient.
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And when we can thus leave our Corruptions, to whatever sufferings come upon them, without taking part with them in their sufferings; then lust is conquered.
And when we can thus leave our Corruptions, to whatever sufferings come upon them, without taking part with them in their sufferings; then lust is conquered.
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Lust no longer lives nor maintains its power, and interest in us, than whilest, in all its afflictions, we are afflicted;
Lust no longer lives nor maintains its power, and Interest in us, than whilst, in all its afflictions, we Are afflicted;
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when we feel its sufferings as our sufferings, its disappointments and dissatisfactions as our own, and flie out against whatsoever falls upon it, as it fell upon our Souls.
when we feel its sufferings as our sufferings, its disappointments and dissatisfactions as our own, and fly out against whatsoever falls upon it, as it fell upon our Souls.
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When we can say, 'tis my passion that suffers, but not I; 'tis my Covetousness that suffers, my pride that suffers, but not I;
When we can say, it's my passion that suffers, but not I; it's my Covetousness that suffers, my pride that suffers, but not I;
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and let them suffer (for me) let them be pinch'd and pain'd, and starv'd and die;
and let them suffer (for me) let them be pinched and pained, and starved and die;
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none of all this shall move me: nay, herein I do and I will rejoyce: There's Patience. Patience is Lust conquered.
none of all this shall move me: nay, herein I do and I will rejoice: There's Patience. Patience is Lust conquered.
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Christians you complain of Corruption, you tell one another sad stories, what a burden, what a bondage 'tis you are under,
Christians you complain of Corruption, you tell one Another sad stories, what a burden, what a bondage it's you Are under,
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whilest Lust hath such power in you; whar Briars and Thorns, what plagues and stings they are in your hearts!
whilst Lust hath such power in you; whar Briers and Thorns, what plagues and stings they Are in your hearts!
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You pray, and you mourn, and groan, and sigh in your selves, waiting for your redemption from this bondgae and misery. Oh for an humble heart!
You pray, and you mourn, and groan, and sighs in your selves, waiting for your redemption from this bondgae and misery. O for an humble heart!
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Oh for a broken mortified spirit! oh this earthliness, this envy, this peevishness, this sloathfulness!
O for a broken mortified Spirit! o this earthliness, this envy, this peevishness, this slothfulness!
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I am weary of my life, because of these Daughters of Heth. Wretched man that I am!
I am weary of my life, Because of these Daughters of Heth. Wretched man that I am!
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who shall deliver me from this body of death? Why would you be delivered? Be patient under Afflictions;
who shall deliver me from this body of death? Why would you be Delivered? Be patient under Afflictions;
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they are the Executioners sent from God to slay your Enemies, the Medicines sent from your Physician to cure your Diseases; Never quarrel with Affliction,
they Are the Executioners sent from God to slay your Enemies, the Medicines sent from your physician to cure your Diseases; Never quarrel with Affliction,
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unless you resolve to befriend Corruption. What, will you be so foolish, as not to be patient of your Disease, nor your Remedy; either bear the Cross,
unless you resolve to befriend Corruption. What, will you be so foolish, as not to be patient of your Disease, nor your Remedy; either bear the Cross,
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or else never make your selves believe, but you can bear your sins well enough? Whatever your complaints are, 'tis a sign they come not very deep;
or Else never make your selves believe, but you can bear your Sins well enough? Whatever your complaints Are, it's a Signen they come not very deep;
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'Tis an Argument, that sin sits light, where the Cross lies so unsupportably heavy.
It's an Argument, that since sits Light, where the Cross lies so unsupportably heavy.
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4. Your patient suffering, will be your Triumph over Temptation: A patient Christian is a Conqueror over all the World.
4. Your patient suffering, will be your Triumph over Temptation: A patient Christian is a Conqueror over all the World.
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By this alone, naked Job overcame the Devil:
By this alone, naked Job overcame the devil:
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When Sathan and his Instruments have persecuted you into patience, they have therein brought their Necks under your Feet.
When Sathan and his Instruments have persecuted you into patience, they have therein brought their Necks under your Feet.
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This Brazen wall will make their shot recoil on their own heads and hearts: Your Patience will be a Shield to yours, and a Sword in your Enemies Souls.
This Brazen wall will make their shot recoil on their own Heads and hearts: Your Patience will be a Shield to yours, and a Sword in your Enemies Souls.
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Be patient, and you have won the field, and gotten the day.
Be patient, and you have wone the field, and got the day.
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They will have no hope to drive you to sin, where they see you can suffer.
They will have no hope to drive you to since, where they see you can suffer.
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This was Job's Triumph, and shall be yours; In all this Job sinned not, nor charged God foolishly.
This was Job's Triumph, and shall be yours; In all this Job sinned not, nor charged God foolishly.
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You may now make your boast in the words of the Apostle, Rom. 8. 35. Who shall separate us from, the Love of Christ? shall Tribulation,
You may now make your boast in the words of the Apostle, Rom. 8. 35. Who shall separate us from, the Love of christ? shall Tribulation,
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or Distress, or Persecution, or Famine, or Nakedness, or Peril, or Sword? In all these things we are more than Conquerors through him that loved us: or Distress, or Persecution, or Famine, or Nakedness, or Peril, or Sword? In all these things we Are more than Conquerors through him that loved us:
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5. Your patient suffering, will be the improvement of your sanctification, Heb. 12. 9, 10. We have had Fathers of our flesh;
5. Your patient suffering, will be the improvement of your sanctification, Hebrew 12. 9, 10. We have had Father's of our Flesh;
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which corrected us, and we gave them Reverence:
which corrected us, and we gave them reverence:
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Shall we not much rather be in subjection to the Father of Spirits, and live? For they verily,
Shall we not much rather be in subjection to the Father of Spirits, and live? For they verily,
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for a few dayes, chastened us after their pleasure, but he for our profit, that we might be partakers of his holiness. for a few days, chastened us After their pleasure, but he for our profit, that we might be partakers of his holiness.
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The Fathers of our flesh corrected us, and so doth the Father of Spirits; they, at their pleasure; he, for our profit.
The Father's of our Flesh corrected us, and so does the Father of Spirits; they, At their pleasure; he, for our profit.
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You'l say, it may be, for what profit? What profit is there in our Blood? in our Bonds? in our poverty? Why, there is this profit;
You'll say, it may be, for what profit? What profit is there in our Blood? in our Bonds? in our poverty? Why, there is this profit;
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we are hereby made partakers of his holiness. There's seldome any towardliness in a child, till it be whipt into him.
we Are hereby made partakers of his holiness. There's seldom any towardliness in a child, till it be whipped into him.
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Gods School of affliction, is a Nursery for Heaven: Were it not for his House of Correction, Sion would quickly become as Sodom. Seldom does any come out thence,
God's School of affliction, is a Nursery for Heaven: Were it not for his House of Correction, Sion would quickly become as Sodom. Seldom does any come out thence,
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but their complexion shews where they have been.
but their complexion shows where they have been.
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'Tis with them that feel the Hand of the Lord, as 'twas with him that saw his Face; his Face did shine:
It's with them that feel the Hand of the Lord, as 'twas with him that saw his Face; his Face did shine:
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his very spitting in their Faces, doth wash them the cleaner.
his very spitting in their Faces, does wash them the cleaner.
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Of all Saints, there are none raised so high towards the third Heaven, as those that have been in the Deep:
Of all Saints, there Are none raised so high towards the third Heaven, as those that have been in the Deep:
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No Providences give such a lift to the soul, as those that most humble.
No Providences give such a lift to the soul, as those that most humble.
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Christians, What-ever pains you travel under, believe it, the Births may be such, as will make you forget your sorrow.
Christians, Whatever pains you travel under, believe it, the Births may be such, as will make you forget your sorrow.
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I have heard of an holy woman, who used to compare her afflictions to her children;
I have herd of an holy woman, who used to compare her afflictions to her children;
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they both put her to great pain in the bearing;
they both put her to great pain in the bearing;
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but as shew knew not which of her children to be without, notwithstanding her trouble in the bringing forth,
but as show knew not which of her children to be without, notwithstanding her trouble in the bringing forth,
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so neither which of her afflictions she could have wanted, notwithstand the sorrow they put her to in the bearing, Heb. 12. 11. No chastning for the present is joyous, but grievous;
so neither which of her afflictions she could have wanted, notwithstand the sorrow they put her to in the bearing, Hebrew 12. 11. No chastening for the present is joyous, but grievous;
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but afterwards it yeeldeth the peaceable Fruit of Righteousness, to them that are exercised thereby. but afterwards it yields the peaceable Fruit of Righteousness, to them that Are exercised thereby.
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Oh when you see the Fruit, where then will your Sorrow be? John 16. 21. A Woman,O when you see the Fruit, where then will your Sorrow be? John 16. 21. A Woman,
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when she is in Travail hath Sorrow, because her hour is come;
when she is in Travail hath Sorrow, Because her hour is come;
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but as soon as she is delivered of the Child, she remembreth no more the anguish,
but as soon as she is Delivered of the Child, she Remember no more the anguish,
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for joy that a Man-child is born into the world.
for joy that a Manchild is born into the world.
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If the Joy of the Birth will make you forget, why should not the hope of the Birth make you to bear the pain?
If the Joy of the Birth will make you forget, why should not the hope of the Birth make you to bear the pain?
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Beloved, would you bring forth fruit unto God, and will you not bear the Plow and the Harrow? Will you expect an Harvest,
beloved, would you bring forth fruit unto God, and will you not bear the Blow and the Harrow? Will you expect an Harvest,
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and yet must God let you lye fallow, and still sow among Thorns? Let me ask you, and answer deliberately:
and yet must God let you lie fallow, and still sow among Thorns? Let me ask you, and answer deliberately:
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would you be more holy than you are, more fruitful than you are, or would you not? If you would not, you are no Christian: Si dixeris sufficit, defecisti:
would you be more holy than you Are, more fruitful than you Are, or would you not? If you would not, you Are no Christian: Si Dixers sufficit, defecisti:
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If you would, is that desire conditional? You would increase, so it cost you not over-much labour and pain;
If you would, is that desire conditional? You would increase, so it cost you not overmuch labour and pain;
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that desire comes to just so much as no desire at all:
that desire comes to just so much as no desire At all:
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Or is your desire of an increase, absolute? would you be more holy, what-ever it cost you:
Or is your desire of an increase, absolute? would you be more holy, whatever it cost you:
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Do you so prize, and love an holy, and fruitful life, that you are heartily content, that God should take his own course with you, should take any course that's needful to b•ing you on to it? Can you freely say, O Lord, I am weary of this trifling, I am weary of this dead and barren life;
Do you so prize, and love an holy, and fruitful life, that you Are heartily content, that God should take his own course with you, should take any course that's needful to b•ing you on to it? Can you freely say, Oh Lord, I am weary of this trifling, I am weary of this dead and barren life;
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Lord quicken me, Lord enlarge me, Lord perfect thy work, and fulfil in me all the good pleasure of thy will:
Lord quicken me, Lord enlarge me, Lord perfect thy work, and fulfil in me all the good pleasure of thy will:
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So thou wilt but hear she in this thing, I freely put it into thy hand, to take thine own way, and use thine own means.
So thou wilt but hear she in this thing, I freely put it into thy hand, to take thine own Way, and use thine own means.
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Use the Word, or the Rod.
Use the Word, or the Rod.
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Command me, or chastise me, spare not this flesh for all its crying, strip me of what thou wilt, inflict on me what thou wilt, throw me whither thou pleasest, let me not want the most bitter Pill that's needful, any thing, any thing Lord;
Command me, or chastise me, spare not this Flesh for all its crying, strip me of what thou wilt, inflict on me what thou wilt, throw me whither thou pleasest, let me not want the most bitter Pill that's needful, any thing, any thing Lord;
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I hope I can be poor, if thou wilt have me so; I can be in pain, in disgrace, If thou wilt have me:
I hope I can be poor, if thou wilt have me so; I can be in pain, in disgrace, If thou wilt have me:
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But I cannot be unholy, I cannot bear it to be such a starveling in the state of my Soul. Lord,
But I cannot be unholy, I cannot bear it to be such a starveling in the state of my Soul. Lord,
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for more holiness, Lord for more life, and care, and zeal, and fruit, let me have it, upon what terms thou pleasest; only let me have it.
for more holiness, Lord for more life, and care, and zeal, and fruit, let me have it, upon what terms thou pleasest; only let me have it.
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Can you say thus to the Lord? I hope you can;
Can you say thus to the Lord? I hope you can;
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what, and yet be displeased ▪ it he take you at your word? can you pray thus,
what, and yet be displeased ▪ it he take you At your word? can you pray thus,
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and yet repine and murmur that the Lord hears your prayers? Christian, when the Lord comes to deal roughly with thee, entertain his chastisements, whatever they be, with this thought.
and yet repine and murmur that the Lord hears your Prayers? Christian, when the Lord comes to deal roughly with thee, entertain his chastisements, whatever they be, with this Thought.
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Now the Lord is about to give me my hearts desire;
Now the Lord is about to give me my hearts desire;
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now is my day of hope ▪ This distress, this sorrow and anguish, the Lord hath brought upon me, may be come to perform that work which I have long'd to see:
now is my day of hope ▪ This distress, this sorrow and anguish, the Lord hath brought upon me, may be come to perform that work which I have longed to see:
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What the Word hath been so long a doing, and yet is not done; What Sacraments, Prayers, Mercies, have been so long a doing, and yet is not done.
What the Word hath been so long a doing, and yet is not done; What Sacraments, Prayers, mercies, have been so long a doing, and yet is not done.
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Now is the time, this may be the means to bring it about. This bitter Cup hath health in the bottom;
Now is the time, this may be the means to bring it about. This bitter Cup hath health in the bottom;
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this Plough, and these deep furrowes it makes, look towards an Harvest. The work is doing that I have been so long a begging.
this Plough, and these deep furrows it makes, look towards an Harvest. The work is doing that I have been so long a begging.
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This froward, this senseless, this sloathful, this earthly, barren heart, which I feel to day, I hope now, in a little time, I shall be rid of for ever.
This froward, this senseless, this slothful, this earthly, barren heart, which I feel to day, I hope now, in a little time, I shall be rid of for ever.
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If this be the meaning of my troubles, as I hope it is, I will wait, I will wait for the fruit;
If this be the meaning of my Troubles, as I hope it is, I will wait, I will wait for the fruit;
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and if this be the fruit, oh! welcom, welcom this blessed Providence.
and if this be the fruit, o! welcome, welcome this blessed Providence.
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6. Your patient suffering shall be the advance of your glory Remember what I have told you already, Your suffering shall go into your reward;
6. Your patient suffering shall be the advance of your glory remember what I have told you already, Your suffering shall go into your reward;
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according to your deep poverty, so shall your riches be: As 'twas said concerning Babylon, Rev. 18. 7. How much she hath glorified her self,
according to your deep poverty, so shall your riches be: As 'twas said Concerning Babylon, Rev. 18. 7. How much she hath glorified her self,
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and lived deliciously, so much sorrow and torment give her. So shall it be said concerning you;and lived deliciously, so much sorrow and torment give her. So shall it be said Concerning you;
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How much they have been abased, and afflicted for me, so much Joy and Glory give them.
How much they have been abased, and afflicted for me, so much Joy and Glory give them.
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As sure as the persecu•ings of the ungodly shall meet them in hell; so certainly shall the Persecutions of the Righteous meet them before the Throne of God.
As sure as the persecu•ings of the ungodly shall meet them in hell; so Certainly shall the Persecutions of the Righteous meet them before the Throne of God.
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This shall be written on their everlasting Crowns, Here is the Patience of the Saints.
This shall be written on their everlasting Crowns, Here is the Patience of the Saints.
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By this time you see Christians, that a suffering state is not so formidable, nor patience under it so impossible,
By this time you see Christians, that a suffering state is not so formidable, nor patience under it so impossible,
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nor your impatience so excusable, as your hearts are so apt to tell you. Sufferings you cannot avoid, but you may abide them;
nor your impatience so excusable, as your hearts Are so apt to tell you. Sufferings you cannot avoid, but you may abide them;
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your carnal hearts will cry out, I can't endure, and therefore whatever shift I make, I must avoid them.
your carnal hearts will cry out, I can't endure, and Therefore whatever shift I make, I must avoid them.
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The Gospel tells you, You may endure; but (if you will be Christians) you can't avoid them.
The Gospel tells you, You may endure; but (if you will be Christians) you can't avoid them.
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All that will live godly in Christ Jesus, must suffer persecution. Well, since it's thus, Gird up the loins of your Minds, and follow your Lord.All that will live godly in christ jesus, must suffer persecution. Well, since it's thus, Gird up the loins of your Minds, and follow your Lord.
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Consider him that endured such contradictions of Sinners, and be not weary, no• faint in your minds:
Consider him that endured such contradictions of Sinners, and be not weary, no• faint in your minds:
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The Captain of your salvation was made perfect through sufferings, and (if you will be patient) so shall you his followers.
The Captain of your salvation was made perfect through sufferings, and (if you will be patient) so shall you his followers.
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Turn to your strong hold, ye Prisoners of hope; prove to the world that your Faith is no fancy,
Turn to your strong hold, you Prisoners of hope; prove to the world that your Faith is no fancy,
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nor your Rock a refuge of lies; that your profession of holiness is not a meer talk, or vapour.
nor your Rock a refuge of lies; that your profession of holiness is not a mere talk, or vapour.
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Fear not to bear yours, and thankfully accept your Lords Testimony;
fear not to bear yours, and thankfully accept your lords Testimony;
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when the Lord hath fulfilled his sad Predictions, let your faith and patience seal to the fulfilling his promises.
when the Lord hath fulfilled his sad Predictions, let your faith and patience seal to the fulfilling his promises.
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When-ever the hand of the Lord touches to the quick, and you feel in earnest, that 'tis hot service to be a Christian;
Whenever the hand of the Lord touches to the quick, and you feel in earnest, that it's hight service to be a Christian;
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when your flesh begins to fly in your face, and cries out against your Soul, either as Zipp•rah against Moses, a bloody Husband hast thou been to me;
when your Flesh begins to fly in your face, and cries out against your Soul, either as Zipp•rah against Moses, a bloody Husband hast thou been to me;
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or as Job's Wife to him, Curse God and dye; chide it into silence; Thou speakest like one of the foolish Women.
or as Job's Wife to him, Curse God and die; chide it into silence; Thou Speakest like one of the foolish Women.
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If it will still kick, and •ling, and groan out to thee, dost thou still retain thy integrity? hearken not to it; leave it to groan alone:
If it will still kick, and •ling, and groan out to thee, dost thou still retain thy integrity? harken not to it; leave it to groan alone:
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as the flesh hath left thy Soul to groan alone under sin; so let thy Soul leave thy flesh to groan alone ▪ under affliction.
as the Flesh hath left thy Soul to groan alone under since; so let thy Soul leave thy Flesh to groan alone ▪ under affliction.
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While thy Soul is quiet, there's the glory of patience, though extremity of torment make thy flesh to roar;
While thy Soul is quiet, there's the glory of patience, though extremity of torment make thy Flesh to roar;
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nay the more the flesh roars, and the Soul yet keeps silence, the more patience.
nay the more the Flesh roars, and the Soul yet keeps silence, the more patience.
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If your fears affright you, and prophecy to you before hand, Oh I shall never be patient;
If your fears affright you, and prophecy to you before hand, O I shall never be patient;
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if the fore-sight be so dreadful, what will the encounter be? Yet be not discouraged.
if the foresight be so dreadful, what will the encounter be? Yet be not discouraged.
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You say you could be content to suffer, if you were sure you could be patient;
You say you could be content to suffer, if you were sure you could be patient;
pn22 vvb pn22 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi, cs pn22 vbdr j pn22 vmd vbi j;
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that is, you would venture into the water, if you had first learn'd to swim; why when you are in, then you will learn, and not before.
that is, you would venture into the water, if you had First learned to swim; why when you Are in, then you will Learn, and not before.
d vbz, pn22 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1, cs pn22 vhd ord vvn pc-acp vvi; c-crq c-crq pn22 vbr p-acp, cs pn22 vmb vvi, cc xx a-acp.
(26) part (DIV2)
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Tribulation worketh patience, where it findeth none; when you are in the fight, you'l find your weapons;
Tribulation works patience, where it finds none; when you Are in the fight, You'll find your weapons;
n1 vvz n1, c-crq pn31 vvz pix; c-crq pn22 vbr p-acp dt n1, pn22|vmb vvb po22 n2;
(26) part (DIV2)
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your very sufferings will learn you to bear.
your very sufferings will Learn you to bear.
po22 j n2 vmb vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi.
(26) part (DIV2)
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'Tis the flesh that flings, and frets, but by that it hath been tamed in the house of affliction, it will be quieter.
It's the Flesh that flings, and frets, but by that it hath been tamed in the house of affliction, it will be quieter.
pn31|vbz dt n1 cst vvz, cc vvz, cc-acp p-acp cst pn31 vhz vbn vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vmb vbi jc-jn.
(26) part (DIV2)
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Be jealous of your selves while you will; let not fore-hand presumption, hinder fore-hand preparation. But whilst you suspect your selves, distrust not your God, follow the Cloud of Witnesses,
Be jealous of your selves while you will; let not forehand presumption, hinder forehand preparation. But while you suspect your selves, distrust not your God, follow the Cloud of Witnesses,
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(26) part (DIV2)
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and lean on the Rock of Ages; and when you are put hardest to it, let your soul take Sanctuary here;
and lean on the Rock of Ages; and when you Are put Hardest to it, let your soul take Sanctuary Here;
cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2; cc c-crq pn22 vbr vvn js p-acp pn31, vvb po22 n1 vvb n1 av;
(26) part (DIV2)
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When my flesh and my heart faileth me, God is the strength of mine heart, and my portion for ever. When my Flesh and my heart Faileth me, God is the strength of mine heart, and my portion for ever.
c-crq po11 n1 cc po11 n1 vvz pno11, np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, cc po11 n1 c-acp av.
(26) part (DIV2)
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6824
Lastly, As that wherein I shall take in most of these former particulars.
Lastly, As that wherein I shall take in most of these former particulars.
ord, c-acp cst c-crq pns11 vmb vvi p-acp ds pp-f d j n2-j.
(26) part (DIV2)
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6825
Let your lives answer that Spirit of holiness which the Gospel hath powred forth upon you;
Let your lives answer that Spirit of holiness which the Gospel hath poured forth upon you;
vvb po22 n2 vvb cst n1 pp-f n1 r-crq dt n1 vhz vvn av p-acp pn22;
(26) part (DIV2)
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Let your lives be gracious and holy lives. Particularly, 1. Let the Grace of the Gospel be visible, and perspicuous in your lives;
Let your lives be gracious and holy lives. Particularly, 1. Let the Grace of the Gospel be visible, and perspicuous in your lives;
vvb po22 n2 vbb j cc j n2. av-jn, crd vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbb j, cc j p-acp po22 n2;
(26) part (DIV2)
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shew forth the vertues of him that hath called you out of darkness, into his marvellous light;
show forth the Virtues of him that hath called you out of darkness, into his marvellous Light;
vvb av dt n2 pp-f pno31 cst vhz vvn pn22 av pp-f n1, p-acp po31 j n1;
(26) part (DIV2)
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Let your lives be the image of thot holy Doctrine, or the holding forth of that word of Life, which you have received.
Let your lives be the image of thot holy Doctrine, or the holding forth of that word of Life, which you have received.
vvb po22 n2 vbb dt n1 pp-f n1 j n1, cc dt vvg av pp-f d n1 pp-f n1, r-crq pn22 vhb vvn.
(26) part (DIV2)
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Admire that grace of God which hath appeared to you; and let his Grace appear, and be admired in you;
Admire that grace of God which hath appeared to you; and let his Grace appear, and be admired in you;
np1 cst n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vhz vvn p-acp pn22; cc vvb po31 n1 vvi, cc vbi vvn p-acp pn22;
(26) part (DIV2)
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let Grace appear in you, in its Purity. Power.
let Grace appear in you, in its Purity. Power.
vvb n1 vvi p-acp pn22, p-acp po31 n1. n1.
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1. In its Purity, represent your God, and your Christ, and your Religion, in its holiness, to the world.
1. In its Purity, represent your God, and your christ, and your Religion, in its holiness, to the world.
crd p-acp po31 n1, vvi po22 n1, cc po22 np1, cc po22 n1, p-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt n1.
(26) part (DIV2)
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Teach the World to love, or at least, to reverence holiness, by letting them see it before their eyes.
Teach the World to love, or At least, to Reverence holiness, by letting them see it before their eyes.
vvb dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cc p-acp ds, p-acp n1 n1, p-acp vvg pno32 vvi pn31 p-acp po32 n2.
(26) part (DIV2)
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6833
Holiness hath such a Glory in it, that it will command respect and reverence, when it is clearly seen. Let your paths be pure;
Holiness hath such a Glory in it, that it will command respect and Reverence, when it is clearly seen. Let your paths be pure;
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(26) part (DIV2)
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as God hath separated you, to separate your selves from the lusts of men, to the Law of your God.
as God hath separated you, to separate your selves from the Lustiest of men, to the Law of your God.
c-acp np1 vhz vvn pn22, pc-acp vvi po22 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n1.
(26) part (DIV2)
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6835
Keep your selves upright in the sight of God, keep your selves unspotted of the world: Keep your selves upright in the sighed of God, keep your selves unspotted of the world:
vvb po22 n2 av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb po22 n2 j pp-f dt n1:
(26) part (DIV2)
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6836
If they will be spotting you, let it be only with your beauty spots, your Wisdom, Truth, Holiness, Mercy, Meekness, Patience;
If they will be spotting you, let it be only with your beauty spots, your Wisdom, Truth, Holiness, Mercy, Meekness, Patience;
cs pns32 vmb vbi vvg pn22, vvb pn31 vbi av-j p-acp po22 n1 n2, po22 n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, n1;
(26) part (DIV2)
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6837
the Excellencies, and Vertues of your God appearing upon you.
the Excellencies, and Virtues of your God appearing upon you.
dt n2, cc n2 pp-f po22 n1 vvg p-acp pn22.
(26) part (DIV2)
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Let this, that you are too pure, too precise, too tender, too watchful, too fearful of sin, too zealous against sin, be all they have to charge you with.
Let this, that you Are too pure, too precise, too tender, too watchful, too fearful of since, too zealous against since, be all they have to charge you with.
vvb d, cst pn22 vbr av j, av j, av j, av j, av j pp-f n1, av j p-acp n1, vbb d pns32 vhb pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp.
(26) part (DIV2)
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6839
Keep thee from thine own iniquities; say not so much as this, I am my Beloveds, and my Beloved must be mine.
Keep thee from thine own iniquities; say not so much as this, I am my Beloveds, and my beloved must be mine.
vvb pno21 p-acp po21 d n2; vvb xx av av-d c-acp d, pns11 vbm po11 ng1-vvn, cc po11 j-vvn vmb vbi png11.
(26) part (DIV2)
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Kick out thy Dalilahs. Thou must part with thy darling, or thy God;
Kick out thy Delilahs. Thou must part with thy darling, or thy God;
vvb av po21 n2. pns21 vmb vvi p-acp po21 n-jn, cc po21 n1;
(26) part (DIV2)
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Let there be no secret league, let there be no peace betwixt thy Soul and any iniquity;
Let there be no secret league, let there be no peace betwixt thy Soul and any iniquity;
vvb pc-acp vbi dx j-jn n1, vvb pc-acp vbi dx n1 p-acp po21 n1 cc d n1;
(26) part (DIV2)
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to which thou mayst either steal out, to delight thee, or turn in to hide thee;
to which thou Mayest either steal out, to delight thee, or turn in to hide thee;
p-acp r-crq pns21 vm2 av-d vvi av, pc-acp vvi pno21, cc vvi p-acp pc-acp vvi pno21;
(26) part (DIV2)
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let no iniquity be thy leisure or protection, if when thou a• pursued by a persecuter, any sin,
let no iniquity be thy leisure or protection, if when thou a• pursued by a Persecutor, any since,
vvb dx n1 vbb po21 n1 cc n1, cs c-crq pns21 n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, d n1,
(26) part (DIV2)
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as Jael to Sisera, should call to thee, turn in hither, & thou mayst escape, remember the nail and the hammer;
as Jael to Sisera, should call to thee, turn in hither, & thou Mayest escape, Remember the nail and the hammer;
c-acp np1 p-acp np1, vmd vvi p-acp pno21, vvb p-acp av, cc pns21 vm2 vvi, vvb dt n1 cc dt n1;
(26) part (DIV2)
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let no iniquity find a corner in thee to lodge in quiet, that thou may'st not think to find a corner with it, where thou mayst lodg in safety;
let no iniquity find a corner in thee to lodge in quiet, that thou Mayest not think to find a corner with it, where thou Mayest lodge in safety;
vvb dx n1 vvi dt n1 p-acp pno21 pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn, cst pns21 vm2 xx vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pn31, c-crq pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp n1;
(26) part (DIV2)
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say to all thy sinful delights, and sinful hopes, get you gone, I will neither love you, nor trust you;
say to all thy sinful delights, and sinful hope's, get you gone, I will neither love you, nor trust you;
vvb p-acp d po21 j n2, cc j n2, vvb pn22 vvn, pns11 vmb av-dx vvi pn22, ccx vvb pn22;
(26) part (DIV2)
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however thy sin may please thee, whatever it may promise thee, be sure thou wilt find it a sting in thy Soul,
however thy since may please thee, whatever it may promise thee, be sure thou wilt find it a sting in thy Soul,
c-acp po21 n1 vmb vvi pno21, r-crq pn31 vmb vvi pno21, vbb j pns21 vm2 vvi pn31 dt n1 p-acp po21 n1,
(26) part (DIV2)
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6848
and a stain upon thy Glory.
and a stain upon thy Glory.
cc dt n1 p-acp po21 n1.
(26) part (DIV2)
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6849
Keep your selves from the sins of others, beware of the Leaven of the proud Pharisee, of the formal and vain-glorious Scribe, of the extorting Publican, of the debauched Prodigal, the ambitious Diotrephes, the virulent Tertullus, the backsliding Demas; beware of all Epidemical Leaven, the sickness of the times you may live in:
Keep your selves from the Sins of Others, beware of the Leaven of the proud Pharisee, of the formal and vainglorious Scribe, of the extorting Publican, of the debauched Prodigal, the ambitious Diotrephes, the virulent Tertullus, the backsliding Demas; beware of all Epidemical Leaven, the sickness of the times you may live in:
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(26) part (DIV2)
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Take heed lest you be drawn away with the errours of the wicked, and so swimming down the stream, you fall from your own stedfastness:
Take heed lest you be drawn away with the errors of the wicked, and so swimming down the stream, you fallen from your own steadfastness:
vvb n1 cs pn22 vbb vvn av p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j, cc av vvg a-acp dt n1, pn22 vvb p-acp po22 d n1:
(26) part (DIV2)
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6851
Let sinners come up to you, go not you down to them.
Let Sinners come up to you, go not you down to them.
vvb n2 vvb a-acp p-acp pn22, vvb xx pn22 a-acp p-acp pno32.
(26) part (DIV2)
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6852
Let them never say of any of you, The man is become as one of us;
Let them never say of any of you, The man is become as one of us;
vvb pno32 av-x vvi pp-f d pp-f pn22, dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp crd pp-f pno12;
(26) part (DIV2)
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6853
our spot is become the spot of his children. our spot is become the spot of his children.
po12 n1 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f po31 n2.
(26) part (DIV2)
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6854
Let your lives be a rebuke to the ungodly World, whilst you live as the Children of God, without rebuke in the midst of the World. 2. In its Power.
Let your lives be a rebuke to the ungodly World, while you live as the Children of God, without rebuke in the midst of the World. 2. In its Power.
vvb po22 n2 vbb dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, cs pn22 vvb c-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. crd p-acp po31 n1.
(26) part (DIV2)
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6855
Let the power of Grace be seen, in its preserving it self, in its being, and vigorous Exercise, against all the Powers of Hell.
Let the power of Grace be seen, in its preserving it self, in its being, and vigorous Exercise, against all the Powers of Hell.
vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 vbb vvn, p-acp po31 n-vvg pn31 n1, p-acp po31 vbg, cc j n1, p-acp d dt n2 pp-f n1.
(26) part (DIV2)
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6856
The strength of a man is seen in this, that he can bear wind and weather;
The strength of a man is seen in this, that he can bear wind and weather;
dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp d, cst pns31 vmb vvi n1 cc n1;
(26) part (DIV2)
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6857
can live any where, without imparing his health:
can live any where, without impairing his health:
vmb vvi d c-crq, p-acp vvg po31 n1:
(26) part (DIV2)
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6858
The strength and mettal of a Sword is 〈 ◊ 〉 in this, that Iron will not turn its edg.
The strength and metal of a Sword is 〈 ◊ 〉 in this, that Iron will not turn its edge.
dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz 〈 sy 〉 p-acp d, cst n1 vmb xx vvi po31 n1.
(26) part (DIV2)
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6859
True Grace is such a Plant, that all the weeds of the Field, and Thorns of the Forrest, are not able to choke:
True Grace is such a Plant, that all the weeds of the Field, and Thorns of the Forest, Are not able to choke:
j n1 vbz d dt n1, cst d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc n2 pp-f dt n1, vbr xx j pc-acp vvi:
(26) part (DIV2)
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6860
That will endure not only the Summers Heat, but the Winters Frosts. Christians, prove your Grace to be a right plant, the right Seed; the Seed of God;
That will endure not only the Summer's Heat, but the Winter's Frosts. Christians, prove your Grace to be a right plant, the right Seed; the Seed of God;
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(26) part (DIV2)
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6861
let it bear up against all the world. Let not the winds of persecution put out your Light;
let it bear up against all the world. Let not the winds of persecution put out your Light;
vvb pn31 vvi a-acp p-acp d dt n1. vvb xx dt n2 pp-f n1 vvd av po22 n1;
(26) part (DIV2)
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6862
nor the waters cast out of the Serpents mouth quench your love, nor so much as cool your zeal;
nor the waters cast out of the Serpents Mouth quench your love, nor so much as cool your zeal;
ccx dt n2 vvd av pp-f dt ng1 n1 vvi po22 n1, ccx av av-d c-acp vvi po22 n1;
(26) part (DIV2)
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6863
especially take heed, that the Dragons Tail do not draw you down among the Falling Stars. You know what a World you live in;
especially take heed, that the Dragons Tail do not draw you down among the Falling Stars. You know what a World you live in;
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(26) part (DIV2)
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6864
You know the old Quarrel betwixt the Seed of the Woman and the Serpent, both what it is,
You know the old Quarrel betwixt the Seed of the Woman and the Serpent, both what it is,
pn22 vvb dt j vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc dt n1, d q-crq pn31 vbz,
(26) part (DIV2)
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6865
and that it hath been kept on foot, through all ages, to this day.
and that it hath been kept on foot, through all ages, to this day.
cc cst pn31 vhz vbn vvn p-acp n1, p-acp d n2, p-acp d n1.
(26) part (DIV2)
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6866
You know the [ White ] at which Sathan, and all his Archers, have been so long Levelling, and so hotly discharging;
You know the [ White ] At which Sathan, and all his Archers, have been so long Levelling, and so hotly discharging;
pn22 vvb dt [ j-jn ] p-acp r-crq np1, cc d po31 n2, vhb vbn av av-j vvg, cc av av-j vvg;
(26) part (DIV2)
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6867
the White stone in your Breasts, the White Robe on your backs:
the White stone in your Breasts, the White Robe on your backs:
dt j-jn n1 p-acp po22 n2, dt j-jn n1 p-acp po22 n2:
(26) part (DIV2)
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6868
A good conscience, and a holy Life, are the mark, upon which all the Fury of Earth and Hell is spent.
A good conscience, and a holy Life, Are the mark, upon which all the Fury of Earth and Hell is spent.
dt j n1, cc dt j n1, vbr dt n1, p-acp r-crq d dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vbz vvn.
(26) part (DIV2)
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6869
Oh now prove your Grace to be Grace, by its preserving it self against all this violence.
O now prove your Grace to be Grace, by its preserving it self against all this violence.
uh av vvb po22 vvb pc-acp vbi n1, p-acp po31 n-vvg pn31 n1 p-acp d d n1.
(26) part (DIV2)
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6870
Let the Devil see you will be Holy, whether he will or no: Let the evil world see, you will be godly, do what they can;
Let the devil see you will be Holy, whither he will or no: Let the evil world see, you will be godly, do what they can;
vvb dt n1 vvb pn22 vmb vbi j, cs pns31 vmb cc dx: vvb dt j-jn n1 vvi, pn22 vmb vbi j, vdb r-crq pns32 vmb;
(26) part (DIV2)
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6871
though they may make you poor, and destitute, and naked, yet le• them despair of ever making you ungodly: let grace hereby appear to be Grace,
though they may make you poor, and destitute, and naked, yet le• them despair of ever making you ungodly: let grace hereby appear to be Grace,
cs pns32 vmb vvi pn22 j, cc j, cc j, av n1 pno32 n1 pp-f av vvg pn22 j: vvb n1 av vvi pc-acp vbi n1,
(26) part (DIV2)
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6872
and the mighty power of God in you: which that it may do.
and the mighty power of God in you: which that it may do.
cc dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn22: r-crq d pn31 vmb vdi.
(26) part (DIV2)
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6873
2. Let Grace ripen towards Glory; let not the scorching Sun wither your Blossoms, but ripen your Fruit. If you would hold out, get you on:
2. Let Grace ripen towards Glory; let not the scorching Sun wither your Blossoms, but ripen your Fruit. If you would hold out, get you on:
crd vvb n1 vvi p-acp n1; vvb xx dt j-vvg n1 vvb po22 n2, cc-acp vvb po22 np1 cs pn22 vmd vvi av, vvb pn22 a-acp:
(26) part (DIV2)
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6874
If you would not have your something to come to just nothing, increase your Store. Let your spark grow up into a Flame, your Grain of Mustard-seed into a Tree.
If you would not have your something to come to just nothing, increase your Store. Let your spark grow up into a Flame, your Grain of Mustard seed into a Tree.
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(26) part (DIV2)
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6875
I tell you a Mystery, The tallest Cedars on God's mountain will best escape the wind,
I tell you a Mystery, The Tallest Cedars on God's mountain will best escape the wind,
pns11 vvb pn22 dt n1, dt js n2 p-acp npg1 n1 vmb av-js vvi dt n1,
(26) part (DIV2)
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6876
whilst the lower Shrubs are in greater danger of being overturned; if you will stand sure, get you up on the higher ground.
while the lower Shrubs Are in greater danger of being overturned; if you will stand sure, get you up on the higher ground.
cs dt jc n2 vbr p-acp jc n1 pp-f vbg vvn; cs pn22 vmb vvi j, vvb pn22 a-acp p-acp dt jc n1.
(26) part (DIV2)
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6877
Christians, befool the Devil, let him see himself a Loser by all his stirs he makes against you.
Christians, befool the devil, let him see himself a Loser by all his stirs he makes against you.
np1, vvi dt n1, vvb pno31 vvi px31 dt n1 p-acp d po31 n2 pns31 vvz p-acp pn22.
(26) part (DIV2)
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6878
It is not the first time, that his cross Winds have prov'd the most auspicious Gales, to put the Saints the sooner into Harbour.
It is not the First time, that his cross Winds have proved the most auspicious Gales, to put the Saints the sooner into Harbour.
pn31 vbz xx dt ord n1, cst po31 j n2 vhb vvn dt av-ds j n2, pc-acp vvi dt n2 dt av-c p-acp n1.
(26) part (DIV2)
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What he hath intended for a withering Storm, hath often prov'd a fruitful Dew: those very Clouds he expected should rain down Snares, have often dropt down fatness: If you will go on, Hell shall help you forward;
What he hath intended for a withering Storm, hath often proved a fruitful Due: those very Clouds he expected should rain down Snares, have often dropped down fatness: If you will go on, Hell shall help you forward;
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the Devil's Rods on your back, shall but help to mend your pace; his thorns shall be Spurs in your sides:
the Devil's Rods on your back, shall but help to mend your pace; his thorns shall be Spurs in your sides:
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By stripping you of your fleshly Delights, he shall but starve your Lusts, his Friends: his Burthens shall be your Ballast, to make your course more steady:
By stripping you of your fleshly Delights, he shall but starve your Lustiest, his Friends: his Burdens shall be your Ballast, to make your course more steady:
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Christians are seldom in such a th•iving and prosperous state, as when they are just come out of the hands of a persecuting Devil. Christians, grow in Grace;
Christians Are seldom in such a th•iving and prosperous state, as when they Are just come out of the hands of a persecuting devil. Christians, grow in Grace;
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there's no season but may be a growing Season: Grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ:
there's no season but may be a growing Season: Grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour jesus christ:
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Let that living spring, which is broken forth in you, be like the waters of the Sanctuary, Ezek. 4. 7. Which at their first rising were but up to the Ankles;
Let that living spring, which is broken forth in you, be like the waters of the Sanctuary, Ezekiel 4. 7. Which At their First rising were but up to the Ankles;
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but a little further were up to the Knees, a little further they were up to the Loins,
but a little further were up to the Knees, a little further they were up to the Loins,
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and at length they grew up to a great river, waters to swim in, the bottom whereof could not be felt.
and At length they grew up to a great river, waters to swim in, the bottom whereof could not be felt.
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It may be the waters of Grace do yet run low with thee, a little Bay will stop or turn the stream;
It may be the waters of Grace do yet run low with thee, a little Bay will stop or turn the stream;
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thou art yet gotten but to ankle deep, or knee deep, get thee on, stay nor, till thy Spring become a River;
thou art yet got but to ankle deep, or knee deep, get thee on, stay nor, till thy Spring become a River;
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let every day, every Duty, every experience, yea, every affliction, add to thy streams;
let every day, every Duty, every experience, yea, every affliction, add to thy streams;
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that as the accession of every little brook to the main Channel, raises the water as it passes along,
that as the accession of every little brook to the main Channel, raises the water as it passes along,
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so it may be with thy Soul;
so it may be with thy Soul;
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that the farther thou goest on, the fuller thy Banks may be, till thou comest to be like Jordan in the Harvest, whose waters fill all its banks.
that the farther thou goest on, the fuller thy Banks may be, till thou Comest to be like Jordan in the Harvest, whose waters fill all its banks.
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To quicken thee on in this growth in Grace, consider. 1. That a little Grace will make but poor work with thy mighty sins;
To quicken thee on in this growth in Grace, Consider. 1. That a little Grace will make but poor work with thy mighty Sins;
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where Grace is low, Lust is high; and how is an Infant like to stand before a Man of War?
where Grace is low, Lust is high; and how is an Infant like to stand before a Man of War?
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2. That a little Grace will not suffice to bear thee up in great Afflictions:
2. That a little Grace will not suffice to bear thee up in great Afflictions:
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that which thou maiest make a shift with in a Calm, will not serve thee in a Storm.
that which thou Mayest make a shift with in a Cam, will not serve thee in a Storm.
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3. That a little Grace will be sadly put to it, if ever thou come to have but little means of Grace.
3. That a little Grace will be sadly put to it, if ever thou come to have but little means of Grace.
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4. That he that hath but little Grace, is like to have no Assurance that he hath any at all.
4. That he that hath but little Grace, is like to have no Assurance that he hath any At all.
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If thou wouldest have power over Corruption, if thou wouldest stand in the Day of temptation,
If thou Wouldst have power over Corruption, if thou Wouldst stand in the Day of temptation,
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if thou wouldest not starve in the day of Famine, if thou wouldest have the comfort of the Grace.
if thou Wouldst not starve in the day of Famine, if thou Wouldst have the Comfort of the Grace.
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thou hast, let it grow up to its fuller stature;
thou hast, let it grow up to its fuller stature;
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Grace, when it is come to Age, will speak for it self, and shift for it self the better:
Grace, when it is come to Age, will speak for it self, and shift for it self the better:
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which whilest it is in its Infancie, neither knows, nor can help it self. Christians, let your Grace grow, and let the Fruits of it increase:
which whilst it is in its Infancy, neither knows, nor can help it self. Christians, let your Grace grow, and let the Fruits of it increase:
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Let your Fields ripen to the Harvest.
Let your Fields ripen to the Harvest.
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I may say concerning Sinners, not as our Lord said, Behold the Fields are already white to the Harvest;
I may say Concerning Sinners, not as our Lord said, Behold the Fields Are already white to the Harvest;
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but behold the Fields are already black to the Harvest. The Word is ready to be given;
but behold the Fields Are already black to the Harvest. The Word is ready to be given;
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Come, put in thy Sickle, the Harvest is ripe; the wickedness is great. The Fields of Tares are already black to the Harvest:Come, put in thy Fickle, the Harvest is ripe; the wickedness is great. The Fields of Tares Are already black to the Harvest:
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But oh when shall it be said of you. Behold the fields are white to the Harvest? shall evil weeds grow so fast,
But o when shall it be said of you. Behold the fields Are white to the Harvest? shall evil weeds grow so fast,
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and shall only the good Corn be at a stand? Brethren, Let your Fruits grow more plentiful, and more perfect daily:
and shall only the good Corn be At a stand? Brothers, Let your Fruits grow more plentiful, and more perfect daily:
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Let that Scripture be verified in you, Pro. 4. 18. The path of the Just is a shining light, that shineth more and more unto the perfect day.
Let that Scripture be verified in you, Pro 4. 18. The path of the Just is a shining Light, that shines more and more unto the perfect day.
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Let your hearts be so filled with the fulness of God, that your pathes may drop fatness.
Let your hearts be so filled with the fullness of God, that your paths may drop fatness.
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Let it be said of you, as of the Spouse, Cant. 4. 18. and Chap. 5. 5. Her lips dropped as the Honey Comb,
Let it be said of you, as of the Spouse, Cant 4. 18. and Chap. 5. 5. Her lips dropped as the Honey Comb,
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and her hands dropped sweet smelling Myrrh. Let your lips drop as the Honey Comb;and her hands dropped sweet smelling Myrrh. Let your lips drop as the Honey Comb;
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as you have drunk in the Milk and Honey that comes down from above, so be ever droping it down to others:
as you have drunk in the Milk and Honey that comes down from above, so be ever drooping it down to Others:
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Let something of the fatness, something of the fatness, that you have received from above, be alwayes dropping down:
Let something of the fatness, something of the fatness, that you have received from above, be always dropping down:
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Be dropping according to what you have drank: as you see sinners of whom 'tis said, They drink iniquity, to be alwayes dropping iniquity;
Be dropping according to what you have drank: as you see Sinners of whom it's said, They drink iniquity, to be always dropping iniquity;
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dropping Oathes, dropping Lies, dropping Scoffs and reproaches:
dropping Oaths, dropping Lies, dropping Scoffs and Reproaches:
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So let it be said of you, They drink the Dew of Heaven, and this they are dropping down.
So let it be said of you, They drink the Due of Heaven, and this they Are dropping down.
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Let no Child, no Servant, no Friend, come into your Company, and go away without some sweet drops from your lips:
Let no Child, no Servant, no Friend, come into your Company, and go away without Some sweet drops from your lips:
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A word of heavenly instruction, a gracious admonition, a word of encouragement, or a quickening word, let them have;
A word of heavenly instruction, a gracious admonition, a word of encouragement, or a quickening word, let them have;
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or lift up a prayer, and drop down a blessing upon them. Something or other of the Dew of Heaven let them feel flowing from your Lips.
or lift up a prayer, and drop down a blessing upon them. Something or other of the Due of Heaven let them feel flowing from your Lips.
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Let your lips drop as the Honey Comb, and your Hands drop sweet smelling Myrrh. Let your Holy Practises, your holy Examples, second,
Let your lips drop as the Honey Comb, and your Hands drop sweet smelling Myrrh. Let your Holy Practises, your holy Examples, second,
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and set on your wholsom counsels and instructions: Let your words be savoury, and your works be gracious:
and Set on your wholesome Counsels and instructions: Let your words be savoury, and your works be gracious:
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Let lip and life speak the same things, and lead on the same way.
Let lip and life speak the same things, and led on the same Way.
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Christians, By your nursing up the Souls and Fruits of others, you will ripen and encrease your own.
Christians, By your nursing up the Souls and Fruits of Others, you will ripen and increase your own.
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If you should look on all the Fruit as little, which your selves have brought forth to God, you will have this to comfort you, That you have born more upon your Brethrens knees: the Fruits of those Fields which you have planted,
If you should look on all the Fruit as little, which your selves have brought forth to God, you will have this to Comfort you, That you have born more upon your Brothers' knees: the Fruits of those Fields which you have planted,
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or watered, will abound to your account.
or watered, will abound to your account.
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Bring forth much Fruit unto God, and be much in immediate converse with God, Phil. 3. 20. Our Convetsation is in Heaven.
Bring forth much Fruit unto God, and be much in immediate converse with God, Philip 3. 20. Our Convetsation is in Heaven.
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Be more elevated and raised in your Spirits daily, above things sensual and carnal. Above Carnal Delights. Above Carnal Discouragements.
Be more elevated and raised in your Spirits daily, above things sensual and carnal. Above Carnal Delights. Above Carnal Discouragements.
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1. Above Carnal Delights: live more purely in the Spirit, let your Hearts be wrought up to such a spiritual frame;
1. Above Carnal Delights: live more purely in the Spirit, let your Hearts be wrought up to such a spiritual frame;
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that all the joyes, pleasures, and comforts of your lives may be spiritual.
that all the Joys, pleasures, and comforts of your lives may be spiritual.
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Let the Lord be all your delight, Psal. 37. 5. Let it be with you as much as may be,
Let the Lord be all your delight, Psalm 37. 5. Let it be with you as much as may be,
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as it is with the Saints already in glory;
as it is with the Saints already in glory;
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to whom God is all; who being changed into his Image, and dwelling in his presence, are satisfied in him.
to whom God is all; who being changed into his Image, and Dwelling in his presence, Are satisfied in him.
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Let God alone, be as much to you, as God and all the world.
Let God alone, be as much to you, as God and all the world.
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Let the Fashions, and Pleasures, and delights of this world, be so much beneath your Spirits, that it may neither be an abatement of your joy, to want;
Let the Fashions, and Pleasures, and delights of this world, be so much beneath your Spirits, that it may neither be an abatement of your joy, to want;
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nor an addition to your content to possess them. Let the light of all these lower sparks be swallowed up in God;
nor an addition to your content to possess them. Let the Light of all these lower sparks be swallowed up in God;
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when the Sun shines, all the Stars dis-appear and are not needed. Lift up thine eyes Christian, and see, what pleasures there are within the Veil:
when the Sun shines, all the Stars disappear and Are not needed. Lift up thine eyes Christian, and see, what pleasures there Are within the Veil:
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Come, drink thy fill of this new wine, let thy Faith draw the Curtains of Eternity,
Come, drink thy fill of this new wine, let thy Faith draw the Curtains of Eternity,
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and take a view of those heights and depths; and lengths, and breadths of that Glory and Joy, which there it may discover.
and take a view of those heights and depths; and lengths, and breadths of that Glory and Joy, which there it may discover.
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Look on him that fits on the Throne, and those everlasting Treasures of Light, Holiness, Goodness and Mercy, which are streaming from his Face;
Look on him that fits on the Throne, and those everlasting Treasures of Light, Holiness, goodness and Mercy, which Are streaming from his Face;
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on those over-flowing Bowels of kindness and compassion;
on those overflowing Bowels of kindness and compassion;
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on those Rivers of pure and eternal Pleasures, Rest & Peace, that rise from that glorious Throne,
on those rivers of pure and Eternal Pleasures, Rest & Peace, that rise from that glorious Throne,
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and run through the City of God.
and run through the city of God.
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Behold the Tree of life, and feed thy Soul on its precious fruit, whose very leaves are for the healing of Nations.
Behold the Tree of life, and feed thy Soul on its precious fruit, whose very leaves Are for the healing of nations.
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Hearken to, and fill thine Ears and Heart with those Tryumphs and Exultations, those Raptures and Extasies of unspeakable and glorious joyes;
Harken to, and fill thine Ears and Heart with those Triumphos and Exultations, those Raptures and Ecstasies of unspeakable and glorious Joys;
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those blessings and praisings, those Hallelujahs that are tuned upon the hearts and tongues of the Heavenly Chore, the glorious Angels and the spirits of just men made perfect, by the vision and fruition of thy God, the God of Glory.
those blessings and praisings, those Hallelujahs that Are tuned upon the hearts and tongues of the Heavenly Chore, the glorious Angels and the spirits of just men made perfect, by the vision and fruition of thy God, the God of Glory.
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Look on, and possess this Joy and Glory, say to thy Soul, as God to Abraham, Gen. 13. 14. Lift up thine eyes,
Look on, and possess this Joy and Glory, say to thy Soul, as God to Abraham, Gen. 13. 14. Lift up thine eyes,
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and look from the place where thou art, Northward, and Southward, and Eastward, and Westward, through all the Coasts,and look from the place where thou art, Northward, and Southward, and Eastward, and Westward, through all the Coasts,
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and all the Dimensions of the blessed Land of Promise, and holy City; and then say, Come Soul, take up thy rest here, all this is thine.
and all the Dimensions of the blessed Land of Promise, and holy city; and then say, Come Soul, take up thy rest Here, all this is thine.
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Look and love, love and long, long and hope, hope and rejoyce in hope, of this glory of God. Look on thy God, and never leave looking, till thou art changed into his Image, and satisfied with his Image;
Look and love, love and long, long and hope, hope and rejoice in hope, of this glory of God. Look on thy God, and never leave looking, till thou art changed into his Image, and satisfied with his Image;
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And here let thy delight and thy dwelling be.
And Here let thy delight and thy Dwelling be.
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2. Above all carnal discouragements, from any adversaries, or dangers, wherewith you are baited and affrighted;
2. Above all carnal discouragements, from any Adversaries, or dangers, wherewith you Are baited and affrighted;
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as you walk in the Lord, let the joy of the Lord be your strength, let your Sun be your shield, let your hope be your confidence,
as you walk in the Lord, let the joy of the Lord be your strength, let your Sun be your shield, let your hope be your confidence,
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and fear not your dutie nor danger. Look to your hope, and you will laugh at fear.
and Fear not your duty nor danger. Look to your hope, and you will laugh At Fear.
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Dwell in your reward, and you will not be afraid to dwell in your dutie: But of this a word more by and by. Thus much for general Directions.
Dwell in your reward, and you will not be afraid to dwell in your duty: But of this a word more by and by. Thus much for general Directions.
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2. I shall next give you some special Directions for you daily work. General necessarilie depend on, and subsist in, particulars.
2. I shall next give you Some special Directions for you daily work. General necessarily depend on, and subsist in, particulars.
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As there can be no Religion in a Kingdom, unlesse it be first in particular Families,
As there can be no Religion in a Kingdom, unless it be First in particular Families,
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nor none in Families, unlesse it be in particular persons;
nor none in Families, unless it be in particular Persons;
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so a general course of Christianity there cannot be, unless it be supported in our particular daily walk.
so a general course of Christianity there cannot be, unless it be supported in our particular daily walk.
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The advice I am giving you, I have in part borrowed for your use, which some of you may possibly have received elsewhere.
The Advice I am giving you, I have in part borrowed for your use, which Some of you may possibly have received elsewhere.
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Before I give you the particular directions, I shall first premise these things:
Before I give you the particular directions, I shall First premise these things:
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1. Count upon this, that the Directions I am now giving you, (if you ever mean to bring it to any thing) will cost you pains and labour:
1. Count upon this, that the Directions I am now giving you, (if you ever mean to bring it to any thing) will cost you pains and labour:
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and how can you count your selves Christians, if you refuse to be at the necessary cost of Christianity? If you think to be Christians without labour,
and how can you count your selves Christians, if you refuse to be At the necessary cost of Christianity? If you think to be Christians without labour,
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or if you will stand out from Christianity, to save your labour, you are a like wise in both.
or if you will stand out from Christianity, to save your labour, you Are a like wise in both.
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Either come to a Resolution to fall upon an industrious painful life, or 'twill be in vain to give you counsel.
Either come to a Resolution to fallen upon an Industria painful life, or it'll be in vain to give you counsel.
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2. Practice the Directions I shall give you in pursuance of your Covenant with God;
2. Practice the Directions I shall give you in pursuance of your Covenant with God;
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wherein you have ingaged to take the strictest severest Laws of Christ, for the Rule of thy Life.
wherein you have engaged to take the Strictest Severest Laws of christ, for the Rule of thy Life.
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What I am presing on you, for the matter of it, is no more than you have bound your selves to, as Christians.
What I am presing on you, for the matter of it, is no more than you have bound your selves to, as Christians.
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Remember your bonds, and let this holy practice be followed on by you, as the paying your Vows.
remember your bonds, and let this holy practice be followed on by you, as the paying your Vows.
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Remember daily, the vows of God are upon you, and there is not any material thing here prescribed to you, which falls not under your vows.
remember daily, the vows of God Are upon you, and there is not any material thing Here prescribed to you, which falls not under your vows.
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Your Covenant, if your eye be much upon it, will be a cord to hold you to your work.
Your Covenant, if your eye be much upon it, will be a cord to hold you to your work.
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3. Presse hard for sensible Communion with God in all your Duties. 4. Keep up a spiritual and holy frame from Dutie to Dutie.
3. Press hard for sensible Communion with God in all your Duties. 4. Keep up a spiritual and holy frame from Duty to Duty.
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Remember what I have elsewhere spoken to you more at large, on these two particulars.
remember what I have elsewhere spoken to you more At large, on these two particulars.
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See that there be Religion in your duties, and confine not your Religion to your duties. 5. Be Watchful.
See that there be Religion in your duties, and confine not your Religion to your duties. 5. Be Watchful.
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The life of all Religion lies much here; what-ever you resolve upon, will come to nothing without it.
The life of all Religion lies much Here; whatever you resolve upon, will come to nothing without it.
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Watchfulnessis the Executioner of your will. Let your eye be upon your Rule, and your work.
Watchfulnessis the Executioner of your will. Let your eye be upon your Rule, and your work.
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Especially, watch against your prevailing sins. There's no Christian that observes himself, but may find some one sin or more that in regard of their power over him, are taller by the head and shoulders than all the rest.
Especially, watch against your prevailing Sins. There's no Christian that observes himself, but may find Some one since or more that in regard of their power over him, Are Taller by the head and shoulders than all the rest.
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In some Pride, in others Worldliness, in others Passion, in others Sloathfulness. It may be,
In Some Pride, in Others Worldliness, in Others Passion, in Others Slothfulness. It may be,
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if thou searchest, some one of these four, or possibly some other may be it, that by a specialty thou may'st call [ thine iniquity. ] Find out what it is,
if thou searchest, Some one of these four, or possibly Some other may be it, that by a specialty thou Mayest call [ thine iniquity. ] Find out what it is,
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and know, that there thy main work lies.
and know, that there thy main work lies.
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In vain wilt thou strive in other duties, till that which hinders be removed out of the way.
In vain wilt thou strive in other duties, till that which hinders be removed out of the Way.
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Fight neither against small nor great, but against the King of Israel. Where the Enemy most ordinarily makes his breach upon thee, set the stronger Guard.Fight neither against small nor great, but against the King of Israel. Where the Enemy most ordinarily makes his breach upon thee, Set the Stronger Guard.
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Let thy daily conflicts be here, and observe diligently, with what success. 6. Walk on thy course in the Name and strength of the Lord Jesus. Live by Faith.
Let thy daily conflicts be Here, and observe diligently, with what success. 6. Walk on thy course in the Name and strength of the Lord jesus. Live by Faith.
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Depend on Christ for the assistance of his mighty Spirit. Forget not this, for otherwise thou wilt go but lamely on.
Depend on christ for the assistance of his mighty Spirit. Forget not this, for otherwise thou wilt go but lamely on.
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These things premised, I shall now give you the particular Directions.
These things premised, I shall now give you the particular Directions.
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1. Directions for the Evening.
1. Directions for the Evening.
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Every Evening before you sleep, withdraw your selves from the World, and having set your hearts as in the presence of God, charge them before God, to answer to these following Interrogatories. 1. Concerning your Duties.
Every Evening before you sleep, withdraw your selves from the World, and having Set your hearts as in the presence of God, charge them before God, to answer to these following Interrogatories. 1. Concerning your Duties.
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Q. 1. Did not God find me on my bed, when he expected me on my knees?
Q. 1. Did not God find me on my Bed, when he expected me on my knees?
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2. Was there not more of Custom and Fashion, than of Conscience and Affection, either in my secret or family Duties?
2. Was there not more of Custom and Fashion, than of Conscience and Affection, either in my secret or family Duties?
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3. Had I any sensible Communion with God in my duties:
3. Had I any sensible Communion with God in my duties:
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4. Have I not neglected, or been careless and overly in reading the Word and holy Meditation? 2. Concerning your Sins.
4. Have I not neglected, or been careless and overly in reading the Word and holy Meditation? 2. Concerning your Sins.
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Q. 1. Do I live in nothing that I know to be a sin?
Q. 1. Do I live in nothing that I know to be a since?
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2. Have I kept me from MINE Iniquity? What victory have I yet gotten over it?
2. Have I kept me from MINE Iniquity? What victory have I yet got over it?
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3. Am I a mourner for mine own, and the sins of the Land? 3. Concerning your Temptations.
3. Am I a mourner for mine own, and the Sins of the Land? 3. Concerning your Temptations.
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Q. 1. Have I feared, watched against, and not run into temptation? 2. What temptations have I overcome this day?
Q. 1. Have I feared, watched against, and not run into temptation? 2. What temptations have I overcome this day?
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3. Have I had a care of my Company? 4. Concerning your Heart.
3. Have I had a care of my Company? 4. Concerning your Heart.
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Q. 1. Have I held mine heart in a serious, spiritual, gracious frame? have my calls to duty ever found me in a preparation to duty?
Q. 1. Have I held mine heart in a serious, spiritual, gracious frame? have my calls to duty ever found me in a preparation to duty?
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2. Hath the Lord been ever before mine eyes, and Eternity upon my heart? 3. Have I been much in holy Ejaculations?
2. Hath the Lord been ever before mine eyes, and Eternity upon my heart? 3. Have I been much in holy Ejaculations?
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4. Have I not given liberty to the workings of Pride, sinful Anger, Discontent, or Impatience?
4. Have I not given liberty to the workings of Pride, sinful Anger, Discontent, or Impatience?
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5. Have I made conscience of evil thoughts? 5. Concerning Conscience.
5. Have I made conscience of evil thoughts? 5. Concerning Conscience.
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Q. 1. Hath my Conscience neither been blind nor dumb, nor my heart deaf or headstrong against it?
Q. 1. Hath my Conscience neither been blind nor dumb, nor my heart deaf or headstrong against it?
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2. Have I done nothing against, nor with a doubting Conscience?
2. Have I done nothing against, nor with a doubting Conscience?
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3. Have I neither defiled mine own, nor wittingly scandalized my Brothers conscience? 6. Concerning your Tongue.
3. Have I neither defiled mine own, nor wittingly scandalized my Brother's conscience? 6. Concerning your Tongue.
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Q. Have I bridled my Tongue? 2. Have I spoken evil of no man?
Q. Have I bridled my Tongue? 2. Have I spoken evil of no man?
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3. Hath the Law of the Lord been in my mouth, as I sate in my house,
3. Hath the Law of the Lord been in my Mouth, as I sat in my house,
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or went by the way, as I was lying down, and rising up? 7. Concerning your Talents.
or went by the Way, as I was lying down, and rising up? 7. Concerning your Talents.
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Q. 1. Have I not wasted or vainly spent any part of my Estate? hath neither my pride had a share,
Q. 1. Have I not wasted or vainly spent any part of my Estate? hath neither my pride had a share,
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nor my Appetite more than its share?
nor my Appetite more than its share?
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2. Have I not sent Christ away without an Almes, when I had it by me?
2. Have I not sent christ away without an Alms, when I had it by me?
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3. Have I redeemed my time from Needless Visits. Idle imaginations. Fruitless Discourse, and Unnecessary Sleep.
3. Have I redeemed my time from Needless Visits. Idle Imaginations. Fruitless Discourse, and Unnecessary Sleep.
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4. Have I not lost an opportunity this day, of doing or receiving good? have I not neglected to exhort or reprove,
4. Have I not lost an opportunity this day, of doing or receiving good? have I not neglected to exhort or reprove,
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when occasion hath been given? and if I have been reproved, how have I born it? 8. Concerning your Tables.
when occasion hath been given? and if I have been reproved, how have I born it? 8. Concerning your Tables.
c-crq n1 vhz vbn vvn? cc cs pns11 vhb vbn vvn, q-crq vhb pns11 vvn pn31? crd vvg po22 n2.
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Q. 1. Did I not sit down, with no higher ends than a Beast, only to please my appetite? Did I eat and drink to the Glory of God?
Q. 1. Did I not fit down, with no higher ends than a Beast, only to please my appetite? Did I eat and drink to the Glory of God?
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2. Did I not eat or drink to excess?
2. Did I not eat or drink to excess?
crd vdd pns11 xx vvi cc vvi p-acp n1?
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3. Did I not rise from the Table without letting fall any thing of God there?
3. Did I not rise from the Table without letting fallen any thing of God there?
crd vdd pns11 xx vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp vvg vvi d n1 pp-f np1 a-acp?
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4. Did I not mock God, when I pretended to crave a Blessing, or return Thanks? 9. Concerning your Calling.
4. Did I not mock God, when I pretended to crave a Blessing, or return Thanks? 9. Concerning your Calling.
crd vdd pns11 xx vvi np1, c-crq pns11 vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc vvi n2? crd vvg po22 vvg.
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Q. 1. Have I been serving the Lord this day, in my particular Calling? 2. Have I not been idle?
Q. 1. Have I been serving the Lord this day, in my particular Calling? 2. Have I not been idle?
np1 crd vhb pns11 vbn vvg dt n1 d n1, p-acp po11 j vvg? crd vhb pns11 xx vbn j?
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3. Have I not over-eagerly minded my earthly affairs? 4. Have I defrauded no man, wronged no man?
3. Have I not overeager minded my earthly affairs? 4. Have I defrauded no man, wronged no man?
crd vhb pns11 xx j j-vvn po11 j n2? crd vhb pns11 vvd dx n1, vvd dx n1?
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5. Have I dropped never a Lye, nor broken promise in all my dealings? 10. Concerning your Relations.
5. Have I dropped never a Lie, nor broken promise in all my dealings? 10. Concerning your Relations.
crd vhb pns11 vvn av dt n1, ccx j-vvn n1 p-acp d po11 n2-vvg? crd vvg po22 n2.
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Q. Have I faithfully discharged and done nothing against my duty 〈 ◊ 〉 Relations? Have I behaved my self Husband, Wife,
Q. Have I faithfully discharged and done nothing against my duty 〈 ◊ 〉 Relations? Have I behaved my self Husband, Wife,
np1 vhb pns11 av-j vvn cc vdn pix p-acp po11 n1 〈 sy 〉 n2? vhb pns11 vvn po11 n1 n1, n1,
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As a Christian Parent, Child, Master, Servant? 11. Concerning your carriage to those Within. Q. Have I carried my self towards all Saints 1. Lovingly, Delighting in them. Bearing with them. Covering their Infirmities.
As a Christian Parent, Child, Master, Servant? 11. Concerning your carriage to those Within. Q. Have I carried my self towards all Saints 1. Lovingly, Delighting in them. Bearing with them. Covering their Infirmities.
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2. Peaceably, not provoking them to Envy?
2. Peaceably, not provoking them to Envy?
crd av-j, xx vvg pno32 p-acp n1?
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3. Profitably, provoking them to love and good works. 12. Concerning your carriage to those Without.
3. Profitably, provoking them to love and good works. 12. Concerning your carriage to those Without.
crd av-j, vvg pno32 pc-acp vvi cc j n2. crd vvg po22 n1 p-acp d p-acp.
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Q Have I carried my self to those without,
Q Have I carried my self to those without,
np1 vhb pns11 vvn po11 n1 p-acp d p-acp,
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1. Wisely, that they have not been a snare to me, nor I through my fault become a prey to them? 2. Inoffensively:
1. Wisely, that they have not been a snare to me, nor I through my fault become a prey to them? 2. Inoffensively:
crd np1, cst pns32 vhb xx vbn dt n1 p-acp pno11, ccx pns11 p-acp po11 n1 vvi dt n1 p-acp pno32? crd np1:
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Have I not been a stumbling block to them?
Have I not been a stumbling block to them?
vhb pns11 xx vbn dt j-vvg n1 p-acp pno32?
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3. Courteously and compassionately, that I might the better win upon them? 3. Concerning Providences.
3. Courteously and compassionately, that I might the better win upon them? 3. Concerning Providences.
crd av-j cc av-j, cst pns11 vmd dt av-jc vvi p-acp pno32? crd vvg n2.
(27) part (DIV2)
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Q. 1. Have I diligently observed all the remarkable Providences of God towards me, especially such as have come in,
Q. 1. Have I diligently observed all the remarkable Providences of God towards me, especially such as have come in,
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as the returns of Prayer? 2. Have I been thankful for my daily mercies?
as the returns of Prayer? 2. Have I been thankful for my daily Mercies?
c-acp dt n2 pp-f n1? crd vhb pns11 vbn j p-acp po11 j n2?
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3. Have I born this dayes crosses? 14. Concerning the use of your Liberty. Q. Have I kept my self far enough within my bounds? In Sum,
3. Have I born this days Crosses? 14. Concerning the use of your Liberty. Q. Have I kept my self Far enough within my bounds? In Sum,
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(27) part (DIV2)
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Q. 1. What have I done, for God or my Soul this day? have I not lost one day more?
Q. 1. What have I done, for God or my Soul this day? have I not lost one day more?
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(27) part (DIV2)
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2. Have I led, this day A Diligent Watchful Self-denying Life.
2. Have I led, this day A Diligent Watchful Self-denying Life.
crd vhb pns11 vvn, d n1 dt j j j n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
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Directions for the Morning.
Directions for the Morning.
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(28) part (DIV2)
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1. If through necessity or carelesness, you have omitted the reading and weighing these Questions in the Evening, be sure to do it now. 2. Ask thy self.
1. If through necessity or carelessness, you have omitted the reading and weighing these Questions in the Evening, be sure to do it now. 2. Ask thy self.
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(28) part (DIV2)
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What Sins have I committed? What duties have I omitted? Against which of these Rules have I offended the day fore-going? And renew thy repentance, and double thy watch.
What Sins have I committed? What duties have I omitted? Against which of these Rules have I offended the day foregoing? And renew thy Repentance, and double thy watch.
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(28) part (DIV2)
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3. Examine whether God were first and last in thy Thoughts, Morning and Evening. 4. Be careful to set thine ends right for all the day.
3. Examine whither God were First and last in thy Thoughts, Morning and Evening. 4. Be careful to Set thine ends right for all the day.
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An Advertisement.
an Advertisement.
dt n1.
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If you want time to make daily enquiry upon every one of the fore-mentioned particulars, (they being so many) set a mark upon,
If you want time to make daily enquiry upon every one of the forementioned particulars, (they being so many) Set a mark upon,
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or write out such of them, as most especially concern your case, and let not them be forgotten.
or write out such of them, as most especially concern your case, and let not them be forgotten.
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Think not thy self excused from this course, because 'tis too long; when, if need be, thou mayst thus make it shorter:
Think not thy self excused from this course, Because it's too long; when, if need be, thou Mayest thus make it shorter:
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(29) part (DIV2)
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Better cut short, than wholly give out.
Better Cut short, than wholly give out.
jc vvb j, cs av-jn vvi av.
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For the help of the weaker, I shall gather out these few of the chief Interrogatories, which when they are straitned for time, they may only use;
For the help of the Weaker, I shall gather out these few of the chief Interrogatories, which when they Are straitened for time, they may only use;
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and to which they may add more as they have occasion and opportunity.
and to which they may add more as they have occasion and opportunity.
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(29) part (DIV2)
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Q. 1. Was I serious, and had I any sensible Communion with God, this day, in my secret and Family Duties?
Q. 1. Was I serious, and had I any sensible Communion with God, this day, in my secret and Family Duties?
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(29) part (DIV2)
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2. Hath it been my care to keep mine heart in an holy Frame, from Duty to Duty?
2. Hath it been my care to keep mine heart in an holy Frame, from Duty to Duty?
crd vhz pn31 vbn po11 n1 pc-acp vvi po11 n1 p-acp dt j n1, p-acp n1 p-acp n1?
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3. Have I been much in holy Ejaculations?
3. Have I been much in holy Ejaculations?
crd vhb pns11 vbn d p-acp j n2?
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4. Have I not given liberty to the working of Pride, sinful Anger, Discontent, or Impatience;
4. Have I not given liberty to the working of Pride, sinful Anger, Discontent, or Impatience;
crd vhb pns11 xx vvn n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n1, j n1, n1, cc n1;
(29) part (DIV2)
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nor so much as to vain thoughts? 5. Have I not inordinately minded earthly things?
nor so much as to vain thoughts? 5. Have I not inordinately minded earthly things?
ccx av av-d c-acp p-acp j n2? crd vhb pns11 xx av-j vvn j n2?
(29) part (DIV2)
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6. Have I kept me from [ Mine ] iniquity, and not lived in any known sin?
6. Have I kept me from [ Mine ] iniquity, and not lived in any known since?
crd vhb pns11 vvn pno11 p-acp [ po11 ] n1, cc xx vvn p-acp d j-vvn n1?
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7. Have I wronged no man in word nor deed? 8. Have I been temperate and self-denying in the use of the Creatures?
7. Have I wronged no man in word nor deed? 8. Have I been temperate and self-denying in the use of the Creatures?
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9. Hath the Law of the Lord been much in my mouth?
9. Hath the Law of the Lord been much in my Mouth?
crd vhz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbn d p-acp po11 n1?
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10. Have I not sent Christ away without an Alms, when I had it by me?
10. Have I not sent christ away without an Alms, when I had it by me?
crd vhb pns11 xx vvn np1 av p-acp dt n2, c-crq pns11 vhd pn31 p-acp pno11?
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11. Have I not lost an opportunity of doing or receiving good?
11. Have I not lost an opportunity of doing or receiving good?
crd vhb pns11 xx vvn dt n1 pp-f vdg cc vvg j?
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12. Have I not neglected nor done any thing against my duty to my Relation?
12. Have I not neglected nor done any thing against my duty to my Relation?
crd vhb pns11 xx vvn ccx vdn d n1 p-acp po11 n1 p-acp po11 n1?
(29) part (DIV2)
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13. What have I done for God or my Soul this day? have I not lost one day more?
13. What have I done for God or my Soul this day? have I not lost one day more?
crd q-crq vhb pns11 vdn p-acp np1 cc po11 n1 d n1? vhb pns11 xx vvn crd n1 av-dc?
(29) part (DIV2)
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14. Have I been diligent and watchful?
14. Have I been diligent and watchful?
crd vhb pns11 vbn j cc j?
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Christian, here is a course prescribed, which by the ordinary assistance, which the Lord doth not deny, you may take up if you will;Christian, Here is a course prescribed, which by the ordinary assistance, which the Lord does not deny, you may take up if you will;
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(29) part (DIV2)
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and which if you conscientiously observe, will be, without doubt, through the blessing of God, attended with great success.
and which if you conscientiously observe, will be, without doubt, through the blessing of God, attended with great success.
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(29) part (DIV2)
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And those that do not take up this course, or some other equivalent to it, let them never think to ease their hearts, by idle complaints, I can't attain to such a holy,
And those that do not take up this course, or Some other equivalent to it, let them never think to ease their hearts, by idle complaints, I can't attain to such a holy,
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(29) part (DIV2)
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even, fruitful, heavenly life, as I desire, I would, but I cannot;
even, fruitful, heavenly life, as I desire, I would, but I cannot;
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(29) part (DIV2)
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God will abhor such lazy complaints, and look upon them as they are, a meer device to keep you quiet under a slothful heart.
God will abhor such lazy complaints, and look upon them as they Are, a mere device to keep you quiet under a slothful heart.
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(29) part (DIV2)
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Set your whole Duty daily before your eyes, charge it upon your hearts, take an account of your selves, how you discharge it;
Set your Whole Duty daily before your eyes, charge it upon your hearts, take an account of your selves, how you discharge it;
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(29) part (DIV2)
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set upon it as that which is no other than you have vowed to the Lord;
Set upon it as that which is no other than you have vowed to the Lord;
vvb p-acp pn31 p-acp d r-crq vbz dx n-jn cs pn22 vhb vvn p-acp dt n1;
(29) part (DIV2)
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commit your selves, and your wayes to him for success:
commit your selves, and your ways to him for success:
vvb po22 n2, cc po22 n2 p-acp pno31 p-acp n1:
(29) part (DIV2)
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and if this doth not mightily conduce to advance you in point of holiness, and establish you in point of peace,
and if this does not mightily conduce to advance you in point of holiness, and establish you in point of peace,
cc cs d vdz xx av-j vvi pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc vvi pn22 p-acp n1 pp-f n1,
(29) part (DIV2)
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then say, that both the Precepts and Promises of the Gospel have deceived you. And thus I have set before you that holy conversation which becometh the Gospel. Take up this holy course;
then say, that both the Precepts and Promises of the Gospel have deceived you. And thus I have Set before you that holy Conversation which Becometh the Gospel. Take up this holy course;
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(29) part (DIV2)
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let this be your Life you mean to lead; and let it be carried on, In an holy Union. In an United Contention. In an Holy Boldness. 1. In an holy Union;
let this be your Life you mean to led; and let it be carried on, In an holy union. In an United Contention. In an Holy Boldness. 1. In an holy union;
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(29) part (DIV2)
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So the Apostle there adds, stand fast in one spirit with one mind. Never look to thrive in Grace, if you do not live in peace.
So the Apostle there adds, stand fast in one Spirit with one mind. Never look to thrive in Grace, if you do not live in peace.
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(29) part (DIV2)
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The decays of Christianityly much upon the score of the divisions of Christians.
The decays of Christianityly much upon the score of the divisions of Christians.
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(29) part (DIV2)
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The Devil hath also taken up that Maxim, Divide & Impera, Rent them and ruine them.
The devil hath also taken up that Maxim, Divide & Impera, Rend them and ruin them.
dt n1 vhz av vvn a-acp d n1, vvb cc fw-la, vvb pno32 cc vvi pno32.
(29) part (DIV2)
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The reason why our Love is so cold, is because our Differences are so hot. The reason of so little zeal against sin, hath been the great strife among Brethren.
The reason why our Love is so cold, is Because our Differences Are so hight. The reason of so little zeal against since, hath been the great strife among Brothers.
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(29) part (DIV2)
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The combinations of Sinners have not so much prejudiced the power of holiness, as the contentions of Saints.
The combinations of Sinners have not so much prejudiced the power of holiness, as the contentions of Saints.
dt n2 pp-f n2 vhb xx av av-d vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp dt n2 pp-f n2.
(29) part (DIV2)
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There are not a few who go under the name of Saints, that have maintained disputes about Religion so long, till they have disputed themselves out of all Religion;
There Are not a few who go under the name of Saints, that have maintained disputes about Religion so long, till they have disputed themselves out of all Religion;
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their searching for truth, hath been the loss of both love and life. Christians, if ever you would be any thing, be one;
their searching for truth, hath been the loss of both love and life. Christians, if ever you would be any thing, be one;
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be of one heart, of one mind, holding the unity of the spirit in the bond of Peace.
be of one heart, of one mind, holding the unity of the Spirit in the bound of Peace.
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It were greatly to be desired, that the people of God were both of one heart, and of one way: But if this may not be,
It were greatly to be desired, that the people of God were both of one heart, and of one Way: But if this may not be,
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if there cannot be Ʋniformity, yet let there be Ʋnity, betwixt all that fear the Lord in truth.
if there cannot be Ʋniformity, yet let there be Ʋnity, betwixt all that Fear the Lord in truth.
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A few words I shall leave with you for your dire••on herein: 1. Divide not from the Head, to unite with any pretended Members:
A few words I shall leave with you for your dire••on herein: 1. Divide not from the Head, to unite with any pretended Members:
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hold not with them, that hold not with the Head. Sell not Truth, clear, fundamental Truth, to buy Peace.
hold not with them, that hold not with the Head. Fell not Truth, clear, fundamental Truth, to buy Peace.
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2. Divide not from real Members, lest you hereby prove your division from the Head. Christ hath but one body,
2. Divide not from real Members, lest you hereby prove your division from the Head. christ hath but one body,
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if you be not in union with the body, you are divided from the Head. 3. See the Head in every Member; see Christ in every Saint.
if you be not in Union with the body, you Are divided from the Head. 3. See the Head in every Member; see christ in every Saint.
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4. Prize Christ where-ever you see him. Love Christ, and love his Image; if you will not slight Christ, slight not any Saint.
4. Prize christ wherever you see him. Love christ, and love his Image; if you will not slight christ, slight not any Saint.
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See'st thou an humble, m•••, patient, broken-hearted, self-denying, mortified Christian;
See thou an humble, m•••, patient, brokenhearted, self-denying, mortified Christian;
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in whatsoever unpleasing form (as to matters circumstantial) he appears, despise him not, reject him not.
in whatsoever unpleasing from (as to matters circumstantial) he appears, despise him not, reject him not.
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5. Prize Peace and Union, a• the strength and honour of the body. 6. Pursue Peace and Union with the utmost strength of thy soul.
5. Prize Peace and union, a• the strength and honour of the body. 6. Pursue Peace and union with the utmost strength of thy soul.
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And that you may obtain it, 1. Let all parties that are named of Christ, be humbled under former Divisions.
And that you may obtain it, 1. Let all parties that Are nam of christ, be humbled under former Divisions.
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What peace so long as God is angry? Oh how have we provoked the Lord, by provoking one another!
What peace so long as God is angry? O how have we provoked the Lord, by provoking one Another!
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Let him only who hath been without sin in this matter, be without sorrow and shame.
Let him only who hath been without since in this matter, be without sorrow and shame.
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Sure they are hard hearts, who are not broken under such breaches.
Sure they Are hard hearts, who Are not broken under such Breaches.
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Let us not mistake our selves, nor mis-call that zeal for God, which God will call pride and peevishness.
Let us not mistake our selves, nor miscall that zeal for God, which God will call pride and peevishness.
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I speak not against our being offended, either with errour or iniquity; we may not call evil, good, or darkness, light, for peace sake;
I speak not against our being offended, either with error or iniquity; we may not call evil, good, or darkness, Light, for peace sake;
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but at our unreasonable passions, against whom we suppose erring Brethren.
but At our unreasonable passion, against whom we suppose erring Brothers.
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If the reproach of the Gospel, the hard•ing of the perverse, the stumbling of the weak,
If the reproach of the Gospel, the hard•ing of the perverse, the stumbling of the weak,
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if the hindring of edification, the promoting of confusion, and every evil-work, which have been the sad effects of our Divisions;
if the hindering of edification, the promoting of confusion, and every evil-work, which have been the sad effects of our Divisions;
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if Pride and haughtiness, if Vanity and Wantonness, if Envy and uncharitableness, which have been the Womb from which our contentions have sp•ung, be matter of Humiliation,
if Pride and haughtiness, if Vanity and Wantonness, if Envy and uncharitableness, which have been the Womb from which our contentions have sp•ung, be matter of Humiliation,
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then sure we had need be brought upon our knees: We must be melted, e're we can be moulded up into one.
then sure we had need be brought upon our knees: We must be melted, ever we can be moulded up into one.
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2. Let all parties unite sincerely in their ends: Let the honour of Christ, the advancement of practical godliness, the destruction of the interest of the flesh, the edification of the whole body, in faith and holiness, be looked at with a single eye,
2. Let all parties unite sincerely in their ends: Let the honour of christ, the advancement of practical godliness, the destruction of the Interest of the Flesh, the edification of the Whole body, in faith and holiness, be looked At with a single eye,
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and pursued with a plain and honest heart;
and pursued with a plain and honest heart;
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let not the interest of a party, the affection of superiority and dominion, the carrying on of selfish or fleshly designs, let the God, or the Christ you are driving for, unbiass your spirits, take the right mark,
let not the Interest of a party, the affection of superiority and dominion, the carrying on of selfish or fleshly designs, let the God, or the christ you Are driving for, unbiass your spirits, take the right mark,
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and let your motions be sincerely levelled at it.
and let your motions be sincerely leveled At it.
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If we were once set right in our ends, an accommodation of all our-differences about the means, would be more facile and feisable, Prov. 11. 3, 5. The integrity of the upright shall guide him, the righteousness of the perfect shall direct his way.
If we were once Set right in our ends, an accommodation of all our-differences about the means, would be more facile and feisable, Curae 11. 3, 5. The integrity of the upright shall guide him, the righteousness of the perfect shall Direct his Way.
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Humble, single, honest hearts, are most like to hit upon the good and honest way:
Humble, single, honest hearts, Are most like to hit upon the good and honest Way:
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If we had nothing to do, but to please the Lord, we should not have much to do to please one another.
If we had nothing to do, but to please the Lord, we should not have much to do to please one Another.
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3. Let all parties unite in this Rule, Do as you would be done by;
3. Let all parties unite in this Rule, Do as you would be done by;
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that is, as being well informed, and advised, and freed from evil, and discomposed affections, (for so the Rule is to be understood) you would that men should do unto you:
that is, as being well informed, and advised, and freed from evil, and discomposed affections, (for so the Rule is to be understood) you would that men should do unto you:
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Allow to others, what you challenge to your selves; or would, if you were in their circumstances:
Allow to Others, what you challenge to your selves; or would, if you were in their Circumstances:
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Deny not what you would demand:
Deny not what you would demand:
vvb xx r-crq pn22 vmd vvi:
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The same liberty, the same charity that you would expect from other Christians, allow to them.
The same liberty, the same charity that you would expect from other Christians, allow to them.
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4. No longer tie up Christ to a party. Say not, Lo here is Christ, and not there:
4. No longer tie up christ to a party. Say not, Lo Here is christ, and not there:
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Say of all Believers, though of different Forms, As we are Christs, so they are Christs.
Say of all Believers, though of different Forms, As we Are Christ, so they Are Christ.
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Of all the sub-divisions of Protestants, that are considerable amongst us, there's no party, the union with which makes us,
Of all the subdivisions of Protestants, that Are considerable among us, there's no party, the Union with which makes us,
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or the separation from which unmakes us, Christians.
or the separation from which unmakes us, Christians.
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We had need to have more to shew for our Christianity, than that we are Presbyterians, Independants, Anabaptists, Episcopal, or Erastians; and the Devil must have more to prove us no Christians,
We had need to have more to show for our Christianity, than that we Are Presbyterians, Independents, Anabaptists, Episcopal, or Erastians; and the devil must have more to prove us not Christians,
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than this, that we are in union with either of these, or inseparation from them.
than this, that we Are in Union with either of these, or inseparation from them.
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5. In matters circumstantial, be not over hasty in stamping a Jus Divinum ▪ on things disputable and doubtful:
5. In matters circumstantial, be not over hasty in stamping a Jus Divinum ▪ on things disputable and doubtful:
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Put no more weight, nor a greater necessity, on any thing, than God hath evidently put on it;
Put no more weight, nor a greater necessity, on any thing, than God hath evidently put on it;
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and spend no more of your zeal about it, than is proportionable to its weight and evidence.
and spend no more of your zeal about it, than is proportionable to its weight and evidence.
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6. Allow for the imperfect state the Church is in. We know but in part;
6. Allow for the imperfect state the Church is in. We know but in part;
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and till that which is perfect is come, and that which is imperfect is done away, we must bear with one another,
and till that which is perfect is come, and that which is imperfect is done away, we must bear with one Another,
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if in any things we be otherwise minded. 7. Stretch not your Authority beyond your Line, take not too much upon you:
if in any things we be otherwise minded. 7. Stretch not your authority beyond your Line, take not too much upon you:
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Think not to bring all others, in every thing, to your Standard; impose not your consciences, as a Law upon others.
Think not to bring all Others, in every thing, to your Standard; impose not your Consciences, as a Law upon Others.
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8. Put not conscience to the ill office of being a meer Make-bate, catch not up every Notion,
8. Put not conscience to the ill office of being a mere Makebate, catch not up every Notion,
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and presently charge it upon conscience, as that which must be maintained, though to the greatest prejudice of the whole interest of Religion,
and presently charge it upon conscience, as that which must be maintained, though to the greatest prejudice of the Whole Interest of Religion,
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and so rent and run away from all those that agree not with you. Be not rash, be not headie;
and so rend and run away from all those that agree not with you. Be not rash, be not heady;
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be tender, but be warie ▪ be well instructed, if you will be trulie tender: first catefullie inform thy conscience, and then peaceablie follow it.
be tender, but be wary ▪ be well instructed, if you will be truly tender: First catefullie inform thy conscience, and then peaceably follow it.
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Of what is that conscience tender, that is not tender of making wounds and rents in the bodie of Christ?
Of what is that conscience tender, that is not tender of making wounds and rends in the body of christ?
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9. Beware of C•nsurings and Judgings, of biting and devouring one another. If ye bite and devour one another, ye shall be consumed one of another.
9. Beware of C•nsurings and Judgings, of biting and devouring one Another. If you bite and devour one Another, you shall be consumed one of Another.
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Let him that is without fault, cast the first stone at his Erring Brother. Be not bitter against the bitterness of others:
Let him that is without fault, cast the First stone At his Erring Brother. Be not bitter against the bitterness of Others:
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if others sowerness offend thee, yet let it not leaven thee: Be not reviled into a Reviler, scoffed into a Scoffer; overcome evil with goodness:
if Others sourness offend thee, yet let it not leaven thee: Be not reviled into a Reviler, scoffed into a Scoffer; overcome evil with Goodness:
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'Tis not seldom that our invectives against others bitterness, are more keen and cutting, than that we complain of: Justifie not what thou judgest;
It's not seldom that our invectives against Others bitterness, Are more keen and cutting, than that we complain of: Justify not what thou Judges;
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Practise not thy self, what in the same Breath thou condemnest in thy Brethren: Throw not back thy Brother's Fire-balls in his Face,
practice not thy self, what in the same Breath thou Condemnest in thy Brothers: Throw not back thy Brother's Fireballs in his Face,
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lest in censuring him, thou be also thine own Judge:
lest in censuring him, thou be also thine own Judge:
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Pursue not matters in difference over hotly, but learn modestlie and meeklie to differ, where you cannot agree.
Pursue not matters in difference over hotly, but Learn modestly and meekly to differ, where you cannot agree.
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10. Let your conversation be so holy, humble, and heavenlie, carrie your selves in such simplicitie and godly sincerity, towards God-towards one another,
10. Let your Conversation be so holy, humble, and heavenly, carry your selves in such simplicity and godly sincerity, towards God-towards one Another,
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and towards all men, that you may command each other to believe, that however you agree not about your Mother, yet you are all the Children of the same Father; that you are of God,
and towards all men, that you may command each other to believe, that however you agree not about your Mother, yet you Are all the Children of the same Father; that you Are of God,
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and that the Spirit of the living God dwelleth in you. 11. Hold Communion in the things wherein you agree, and Charity where you differ:
and that the Spirit of the living God dwells in you. 11. Hold Communion in the things wherein you agree, and Charity where you differ:
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May you not pray, and fast, and hear, and hold Christian Conferences together? Sure there is not overmuch of Gospel Spirit, where this will not be granted?
May you not pray, and fast, and hear, and hold Christian Conferences together? Sure there is not overmuch of Gospel Spirit, where this will not be granted?
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12. Impose not on each other any hard and unnecessary conditions of your Communion.
12. Impose not on each other any hard and unnecessary conditions of your Communion.
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Suppose, upon your differing Judgments, there be in some things different practises, which some of you judge less warrantable,
Suppose, upon your differing Judgments, there be in Some things different practises, which Some of you judge less warrantable,
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whilst the consciences of others allow and use; press not the reli•quishing such questionable practices, as the condition of your communion;
while the Consciences of Others allow and use; press not the reli•quishing such questionable practices, as the condition of your communion;
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especially, if they be not mingled with the Duties wherein you joyn, but are used by any of you, at other times, or in other Assemblies.
especially, if they be not mingled with the Duties wherein you join, but Are used by any of you, At other times, or in other Assemblies.
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Excommunicate not them from you, excommunicate not your selves from them, with whom Christ holds Communion.
Excommunicate not them from you, excommunicate not your selves from them, with whom christ holds Communion.
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Judge not that Christ withdraws from all those who are not in every thing of your mind and way.
Judge not that christ withdraws from all those who Are not in every thing of your mind and Way.
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Destroy not all communion, by seeking after a pure•, than in this our imperfect state, we shall ever attain.
Destroy not all communion, by seeking After a pure•, than in this our imperfect state, we shall ever attain.
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According to this principle, (no communion at all, if not in all) where shall we rest? In all Societies something will offend.
According to this principle, (no communion At all, if not in all) where shall we rest? In all Societies something will offend.
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13. And lastly, in your communion receive not one another to doubtful Desputations: Let your prayers, conferences, and all holy Exercises, be studiously so managed, that there may be a sweet Accord of your Spirits therein:
13. And lastly, in your communion receive not one Another to doubtful Desputations: Let your Prayers, conferences, and all holy Exercises, be studiously so managed, that there may be a sweet Accord of your Spirits therein:
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Come not together to strengthen parties, or propagate opinions: Let all matters of controversie be waved;
Come not together to strengthen parties, or propagate opinions: Let all matters of controversy be waved;
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and hereof let there be such mutual assurance given aforehand, that you may be together, without fear of becoming thorns or snares one to another:
and hereof let there be such mutual assurance given aforehand, that you may be together, without Fear of becoming thorns or snares one to Another:
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Which, if it be not unanimously consented to, and inviolably observed, your Communion will be impossible, or dangerous.
Which, if it be not unanimously consented to, and inviolably observed, your Communion will be impossible, or dangerous.
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Christians, are the clear and fundamental truths of the Gospel, and the more necessary and weighty Duties of Religion, sufficiently understood and practised? Are your Souls safe? Is your Calling and Election sure? Is the Love,
Christians, Are the clear and fundamental truths of the Gospel, and the more necessary and weighty Duties of Religion, sufficiently understood and practised? are your Souls safe? Is your Calling and Election sure? Is the Love,
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and Life, and zeal of God grown up to that maturity, that you need not mutual help this way? Have you any spare time from those things, to spend in perplexing controversies? Build up one another in your most Holy Faith, provoke one another to Love, and to good works;
and Life, and zeal of God grown up to that maturity, that you need not mutual help this Way? Have you any spare time from those things, to spend in perplexing controversies? Built up one Another in your most Holy Faith, provoke one Another to Love, and to good works;
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encourage, establish, and strengthen one another in the known wayes of holiness;
encourage, establish, and strengthen one Another in the known ways of holiness;
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and if you find not this both better work, and work enough for you, then take your liberty.
and if you find not this both better work, and work enough for you, then take your liberty.
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These things do, live in peace, and love and the God of peace shall be with you. These things do, live in peace, and love and the God of peace shall be with you.
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Hear, Oh •ye freinds of Christ, by what oblique Names soever unhappily distinguished!
Hear, O •ye Friends of christ, by what oblique Names soever unhappily distinguished!
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will you come and be Friends one with another? Are you for peace? Your God is the God of Peace: Your Jesus is the Prince of Peace: Your Gospel is the Gospel of Peace; and will you not be perswaded to be Sons of peace? Your God is one, your Mediator is one, your Faith one, your Baptism one, your Hope one;
will you come and be Friends one with Another? are you for peace? Your God is the God of Peace: Your jesus is the Prince of Peace: Your Gospel is the Gospel of Peace; and will you not be persuaded to be Sons of peace? Your God is one, your Mediator is one, your Faith one, your Baptism one, your Hope one;
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you are one Bodie, one Spirit, and will you not yet be one Soul? Oh how hopeful would our condition be, were our hearts generallie set upon peace!
you Are one Body, one Spirit, and will you not yet be one Soul? O how hopeful would our condition be, were our hearts generally Set upon peace!
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We should certainly obtain, did we more resolvedlie pursue it:
We should Certainly obtain, did we more resolvedlie pursue it:
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and what should hinder? have you not yet enough of your contentions, and quarrellings? have not your Souls been sufficiently neglected, your Lusts strengthened, your Faith weakened, your Love withered, your comforts wasted, your names blemished, your holy Profession blamed? Hath not your God been sufficiently provoked,
and what should hinder? have you not yet enough of your contentions, and quarrelings? have not your Souls been sufficiently neglected, your Lustiest strengthened, your Faith weakened, your Love withered, your comforts wasted, your names blemished, your holy Profession blamed? Hath not your God been sufficiently provoked,
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and the Devil sufficiently gratified? are your bellies so filled with gall, and your mouths with gravel,
and the devil sufficiently gratified? Are your bellies so filled with Gall, and your mouths with gravel,
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and have you not yet enough of your contentions? Christians, Slight not these Counsels and Warnings.
and have you not yet enough of your contentions? Christians, Slight not these Counsels and Warnings.
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As you would prove your selves the Friends of Christ, be ye followers of peace. Studie, oh studie these things that make for peace.
As you would prove your selves the Friends of christ, be you followers of peace. Study, o study these things that make for peace.
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Follow peace with all men, as much as in you is, but especially with the houshold of Faith.Follow peace with all men, as much as in you is, but especially with the household of Faith.
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Let there be no longer strife betwixt us, for we are brethren. Yet alwaies remember, I am pressing you to an holy Union;Let there be no longer strife betwixt us, for we Are brothers. Yet always Remember, I am pressing you to an holy union;
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whilst I perswade you to follow peace, I must still add [ and holiness: ] I perswade you not to pursue peace, upon tearms dishonourable or prejudicial to Truth; They must have both together, that will be blessed in either:
while I persuade you to follow peace, I must still add [ and holiness: ] I persuade you not to pursue peace, upon terms dishonourable or prejudicial to Truth; They must have both together, that will be blessed in either:
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Truth without Peace, is as a Jewel without its Cabinet; Peace without Truth, is as a Cabinet with nothing in it.
Truth without Peace, is as a Jewel without its Cabinet; Peace without Truth, is as a Cabinet with nothing in it.
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Peace without holiness, is as a fair and promising shell, with a rotten, or worm-eaten kernel;
Peace without holiness, is as a fair and promising shell, with a rotten, or Worm-eaten kernel;
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holiness without peace, is as a pretious kernel, under a crack'd and broken shell. They that have peace without truth, have nothing worth the securing;
holiness without peace, is as a precious kernel, under a cracked and broken shell. They that have peace without truth, have nothing worth the securing;
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they that have truth without peace, have little security for what they have. Peace without truth, is beauty without worth:
they that have truth without peace, have little security for what they have. Peace without truth, is beauty without worth:
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Truth without peace, is worth with its beauty marred.
Truth without peace, is worth with its beauty marred.
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Let both go together, and then they will be, both the Columina Ecclesiae, the Pillar of the Church, rendring it consistent within it self;
Let both go together, and then they will be, both the Columina Ecclesiae, the Pillar of the Church, rendering it consistent within it self;
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and the Corona Ecclesiae, its Crown, rendring it comely and glorious before the World.
and the Corona Ecclesiae, its Crown, rendering it comely and glorious before the World.
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Be it thus wi•h us, and then Sathan look to thy self, thy Kingdom shall down amain;
Be it thus wi•h us, and then Sathan look to thy self, thy Kingdom shall down amain;
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when thou canst no longer hold up division, thou losest thy dominion. Then Saints lift up your heads, your Communion shall be sweet, your glory shall be great, your light shall shine, your fruit shall abound, the smell of your spices shall flow forth;
when thou Canst no longer hold up division, thou losest thy dominion. Then Saints lift up your Heads, your Communion shall be sweet, your glory shall be great, your Light shall shine, your fruit shall abound, the smell of your spices shall flow forth;
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your adversaries shall envy, and your King shall greatly delight to see your beauty. Oh may this Grace, this Peace be granted us from the Lord;
your Adversaries shall envy, and your King shall greatly delight to see your beauty. O may this Grace, this Peace be granted us from the Lord;
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and let all that love the prosperity of Sions ▪ say Amen.
and let all that love the Prosperity of Zions ▪ say Amen.
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2. In an an united Contention ▪ Striving together (saith the Apostle) for the Faith of the Gospel. Unite, but strive: strive not one against another;
2. In an an united Contention ▪ Striving together (Says the Apostle) for the Faith of the Gospel. Unite, but strive: strive not one against Another;
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Christian against Christian, but strive together; Let your Contention be in Communion. Strive together against sin, and unbelief: against Hypocrisie, and earthliness:
Christian against Christian, but strive together; Let your Contention be in Communion. Strive together against since, and unbelief: against Hypocrisy, and earthliness:
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strive against strife, and debate, and envyings, and judgings; strive together with God, in your prayers and supplycations:
strive against strife, and debate, and envyings, and judgings; strive together with God, in your Prayers and supplications:
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We often pray, but our prayers do not agree:
We often pray, but our Prayers do not agree:
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by keeping at such distance we know not one anothers hearts, and are, so many men, so many minds:
by keeping At such distance we know not one another's hearts, and Are, so many men, so many minds:
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every one prayes according to his single apprehension, and affections: What one prayes, another unprayes;
every one prays according to his single apprehension, and affections: What one prays, Another unprays;
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insomuch that we should put the Lord to do contradictions, if he must give particular answer to all our prayers.
insomuch that we should put the Lord to do contradictions, if he must give particular answer to all our Prayers.
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And possiblie that may be the reason, why the Lord defers his answer so long, he will stay till we are better agreed what we would have, Matth. 18. 19. If two of you agree on earth, touching any thing that they shall ask, it shall be done for them of my Father which is in Heaven.
And possibly that may be the reason, why the Lord defers his answer so long, he will stay till we Are better agreed what we would have, Matthew 18. 19. If two of you agree on earth, touching any thing that they shall ask, it shall be done for them of my Father which is in Heaven.
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Strive together in all holy and united endeavours to comfort, confirm and establish one another in the Faith of the Gospel.
Strive together in all holy and united endeavours to Comfort, confirm and establish one Another in the Faith of the Gospel.
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Keep up the Communion of Saints, and an united contention against sin and unbelief; Remember Heb. 10. 25. 3. In an holy boldness, in nothing terrified by your Adversaries.
Keep up the Communion of Saints, and an united contention against since and unbelief; remember Hebrew 10. 25. 3. In an holy boldness, in nothing terrified by your Adversaries.
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In nothing, that is, either in no degree; not at all terrified: or else in nothing that you have to do;
In nothing, that is, either in no degree; not At all terrified: or Else in nothing that you have to do;
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be frighted out of no part of your duty: or else at nothing that they do, or threaten to do against you.
be frighted out of no part of your duty: or Else At nothing that they do, or threaten to do against you.
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Be not afraid to be holy.
Be not afraid to be holy.
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Tell your Adversaries, when they have said and done their worst, you must, and you will, make bold to serve your God.
Tell your Adversaries, when they have said and done their worst, you must, and you will, make bold to serve your God.
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Fear them not, and they cannot hurt you; they never hurt you, unless they divert you from your duty.
fear them not, and they cannot hurt you; they never hurt you, unless they divert you from your duty.
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To establish your hearts in this holy boldness, and against your carnal fears. 1. Consider, That,
To establish your hearts in this holy boldness, and against your carnal fears. 1. Consider, That,
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1. By how much the more you fear God, by so much the less you will fear men.
1. By how much the more you Fear God, by so much the less you will Fear men.
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2. By how much the more you fear sin, by so much the less you will fear trouble.
2. By how much the more you Fear since, by so much the less you will Fear trouble.
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3. By how much the less your adversaries fear God, by so much the less need you to fear them.
3. By how much the less your Adversaries Fear God, by so much the less need you to Fear them.
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2. Believe: Psal. 27. 13. I had fainted, but that I believed. Faith is a buckler against fears and faintings;
2. Believe: Psalm 27. 13. I had fainted, but that I believed. Faith is a buckler against fears and faintings;
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Ephes. 6. 16. Above all, take the shield of faith, whereby you shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the Devil.
Ephesians 6. 16. Above all, take the shield of faith, whereby you shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the devil.
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[ The shield of faith ] A shield is a wall of partition, interposed betwixt a person and harm;
[ The shield of faith ] A shield is a wall of partition, interposed betwixt a person and harm;
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'Tis only our apprehensions of harm that raise our fear; Faith will save a Christian harmless, and thereby preserve him fearless.
It's only our apprehensions of harm that raise our Fear; Faith will save a Christian harmless, and thereby preserve him fearless.
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The shield is ordained for a security to all parts and against all assaults. Some pieces of our armour are appropriated to one part only;
The shield is ordained for a security to all parts and against all assaults. some Pieces of our armour Are appropriated to one part only;
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the Helmet is for the head, the Breast-plate for the brest, the Girdle for the loins, the Shooes for the feet;
the Helmet is for the head, the Breastplate for the breast, the Girdle for the loins, the Shoes for the feet;
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but the shield is a moveable, that is to be lifted up, where-ever the blow comes. Faith is an universal security.
but the shield is a movable, that is to be lifted up, wherever the blow comes. Faith is an universal security.
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Faith may be said to be a Shield, 1. Instrumentally;
Faith may be said to be a Shield, 1. Instrumentally;
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As it provides us of a shield, as it lifts up a sheild and sets a guard upon the Soul to secure it ▪ It holds up Christ for a shield;
As it provides us of a shield, as it lifts up a shield and sets a guard upon the Soul to secure it ▪ It holds up christ for a shield;
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it holds up the Promises for a Shield: the very Commands and Institutions of God, for a Shield and Safe-guard to the Soul.
it holds up the Promises for a Shield: the very Commands and Institutions of God, for a Shield and Safeguard to the Soul.
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Sometimes the sense of guilt assailes and weakens the heart:
Sometime the sense of guilt assails and weakens the heart:
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It is not so much any thing without us, as something within us, that raises our fears.
It is not so much any thing without us, as something within us, that raises our fears.
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How small a matter will fright a guilty Soul? Guilt will make every stroke a stab.
How small a matter will fright a guilty Soul? Gilded will make every stroke a stab.
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It's the barb of the arrow, the venome on the dart, or the sore of the heart, that makes every stroke formidable and terrible.
It's the barb of the arrow, the venom on the dart, or the soar of the heart, that makes every stroke formidable and terrible.
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'Tis the guiltless Soul that hath courage, and boldness.
It's the guiltless Soul that hath courage, and boldness.
pn31|vbz dt j n1 cst vhz n1, cc n1.
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Hic murus ahoeneus esto — Now against this dreadful dart, Faith holds up a Buckler, with a Crucified Jesus upon it; and so that's quenched.Hic Murus ahoeneus esto — Now against this dreadful dart, Faith holds up a Buckler, with a crucified jesus upon it; and so that's quenched.
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Sometimes darkness and uncertainties, about the way that we are in, raises our fear. A Christian that knows himself in his duty, in his way, is out of fear. Clearness gives boldness.
Sometime darkness and uncertainties, about the Way that we Are in, raises our Fear. A Christian that knows himself in his duty, in his Way, is out of Fear. Clearness gives boldness.
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Whilst we question the warrantableness of the way we are in, every shadow of danger will shake us:
While we question the warrantableness of the Way we Are in, every shadow of danger will shake us:
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Against such feares, Faith holds up a Buckler with this inscription, Have not I commanded thee? It shews the Command,
Against such fears, Faith holds up a Buckler with this inscription, Have not I commanded thee? It shows the Command,
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and in that, our warrant, and in our warrant our security.
and in that, our warrant, and in our warrant our security.
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When we question whether our Worship, for which we are like to suffer, be right or no, Faith holds up an Institution for our Shield.
When we question whither our Worship, for which we Are like to suffer, be right or no, Faith holds up an Institution for our Shield.
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If this Fear (oh I shall not hold our, I shall deny my Lord, and his faith, if put to it) assailes the Soul;
If this fear (o I shall not hold our, I shall deny my Lord, and his faith, if put to it) assails the Soul;
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here faith holds up the Promise for a Buckler:
Here faith holds up the Promise for a Buckler:
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He hath said, I will not fail thee, nor forsake thee, so that we may boldly say, The Lord is my helper. 2. Formally;He hath said, I will not fail thee, nor forsake thee, so that we may boldly say, The Lord is my helper. 2. Formally;
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Faith not only lifts up a shield, but is our shield; The very believing in a crucified Jesus;
Faith not only lifts up a shield, but is our shield; The very believing in a Crucified jesus;
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the very believing the Command, the Justification, the promise, stays and supports the heart against whatsoever may befall it;
the very believing the Command, the Justification, the promise, stays and supports the heart against whatsoever may befall it;
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I had fainted but that I believed. Christians, whatever your duties, difficulties, despondencies, straits, temptations, afflictions, weaknesses are;I had fainted but that I believed. Christians, whatever your duties, difficulties, Despondencies, straits, temptations, afflictions, Weaknesses Are;
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believe, and you shall be carried through; believe, and you shall be established: Believe in Christ, and you shall dare to follow Christ;
believe, and you shall be carried through; believe, and you shall be established: Believe in christ, and you shall Dare to follow christ;
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believe in Christ, and you shall go through with Christ, and hold out to the end.
believe in christ, and you shall go through with christ, and hold out to the end.
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Believe, and you shall neither fear, faint, nor fall.
Believe, and you shall neither Fear, faint, nor fallen.
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Your Faith will both keep you faultless, and save you harmless, and thereby secure you from sinking, and fainting in your minds.
Your Faith will both keep you faultless, and save you harmless, and thereby secure you from sinking, and fainting in your minds.
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If this be not enough, let me add, that Faith will yet farther scatter all your fears, by this double Act: 1. It will put your reward into your hands. 2. It will put all your troubles to a present end.
If this be not enough, let me add, that Faith will yet farther scatter all your fears, by this double Act: 1. It will put your reward into your hands. 2. It will put all your Troubles to a present end.
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1. It will put your reward into your hand;
1. It will put your reward into your hand;
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it will set the Crown on your head, even whilest the Cross is on your back.
it will Set the Crown on your head, even whilst the Cross is on your back.
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Faith makes things to come present, Heb. 11. 1. It is the subsistence, or being, of things hoped for;
Faith makes things to come present, Hebrew 11. 1. It is the subsistence, or being, of things hoped for;
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it gives being to the good things promised, before they are. Hope carries the eye to the object;
it gives being to the good things promised, before they Are. Hope carries the eye to the Object;
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looks on things to come, as to come;
looks on things to come, as to come;
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Faith b•ings the object to the eye, looks on things to come, as com• ▪ it looks on distance of time, as God looks on it;
Faith b•ings the Object to the eye, looks on things to come, as com• ▪ it looks on distance of time, as God looks on it;
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on a thousand years but as one day. It looks on Gods saying and doing, on Gods promising and performing as all one.
on a thousand Years but as one day. It looks on God's saying and doing, on God's promising and performing as all one.
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It antidates Glory, and gives a kind of present possession of it in hand, Rom. 8. ( In) all these things we are more than Conquerors:
It antedates Glory, and gives a kind of present possession of it in hand, Rom. 8. (In) all these things we Are more than Conquerors:
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In Tribulation, in Per•ecution, in Famine, in Nakedness; (In) all these things we are more than Conquerors:
In Tribulation, in Per•ecution, in Famine, in Nakedness; (In) all these things we Are more than Conquerors:
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Not only afterwards we shall be, but in all these things, even whilest we are under them, we are more than Conquerors:
Not only afterwards we shall be, but in all these things, even whilst we Are under them, we Are more than Conquerors:
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The conquest is obtained in the very entrance of the Combat. This is the Victory that overcometh the World, even our Faith.
The conquest is obtained in the very Entrance of the Combat. This is the Victory that Overcometh the World, even our Faith.
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Believe Christian, and thy Faith will be thy Victory, thy Shield will be thy Palm.
Believe Christian, and thy Faith will be thy Victory, thy Shield will be thy Palm.
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2. It will put all our troubles to a present end: Faith looks on things to come as present,
2. It will put all our Troubles to a present end: Faith looks on things to come as present,
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and thereby, on things present as past: It looks on all things, according as they will be in their issue and end:
and thereby, on things present as past: It looks on all things, according as they will be in their issue and end:
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It looks on things to come, according to what they will be, when they are come.
It looks on things to come, according to what they will be, when they Are come.
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It looks on things present according to what they will be, when they are past. It sees all passing, and considers it as past already.
It looks on things present according to what they will be, when they Are past. It sees all passing, and considers it as past already.
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It sees all passing, the World upon its wing, the Fashion of it passeth away. It sees the Riches of the world upon their wings:
It sees all passing, the World upon its wing, the Fashion of it passes away. It sees the Riches of the world upon their wings:
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the Pride, and the Pomp, and the Gallantry, and the Glory of the World, upon their wings:
the Pride, and the Pomp, and the Gallantry, and the Glory of the World, upon their wings:
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And it sees the Poverty of the world, the Troubles of the World, all upon the wing.
And it sees the Poverty of the world, the Troubles of the World, all upon the wing.
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It looks on the blackest Clouds, as flying Clouds, and it considers all as gone already.
It looks on the Blackest Clouds, as flying Clouds, and it considers all as gone already.
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It looks on the clear that is beyond the Clouds; it says, as God says, Babylon is fallen, is fallen:
It looks on the clear that is beyond the Clouds; it Says, as God Says, Babylon is fallen, is fallen:
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Not only it shall fall, but it is fallen, and shall not be able to rise.
Not only it shall fallen, but it is fallen, and shall not be able to rise.
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Aed what place can there be then left for fear or fainting? Was the Red Sea a Terrour to Israel, when they saw themselves gotten to the other side? Did Sampson's [ dead ] Lion fright him? Will the Remembrance of what you [ have ] suffered be a Terrour to you,
Aed what place can there be then left for Fear or fainting? Was the Read Sea a Terror to Israel, when they saw themselves got to the other side? Did Sampson's [ dead ] lion fright him? Will the Remembrance of what you [ have ] suffered be a Terror to you,
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when you are gotten through and are come out of Tribulation? Why, open the E•e of your Faith,
when you Are got through and Are come out of Tribulation? Why, open the E•e of your Faith,
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and see the Coast already clear; You will see the Red Sea behind you, the Wilderness behind you, Jordan behind you,
and see the Coast already clear; You will see the Read Sea behind you, the Wilderness behind you, Jordan behind you,
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and your selves gotten safe on the banks of Canaan.
and your selves got safe on the banks of Canaan.
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Come on Soul, what should hinder thee? May be, thou supposest, thou hast a great fight of affliction to endure;
Come on Soul, what should hinder thee? May be, thou Supposest, thou hast a great fight of affliction to endure;
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grant thou hast, yet fear none of those things [ thou shalt ] suffer, till thou canst fear those things thou hast suffered.
grant thou hast, yet Fear none of those things [ thou shalt ] suffer, till thou Canst Fear those things thou hast suffered.
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Though thou be now putting on thy Armour, believe, and thou maiest boast as if thou hadst put it off:
Though thou be now putting on thy Armour, believe, and thou Mayest boast as if thou Hadst put it off:
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Death, where is thy sting? Grave where is thy victory? Where is the Fury of the Oppressor? Thine enemies are already under thy feet man, Death it self is swallowed up in Victory.Death, where is thy sting? Grave where is thy victory? Where is the Fury of the Oppressor? Thine enemies Are already under thy feet man, Death it self is swallowed up in Victory.
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Christians, Cherish, improve, increase your Faith, and this will clear your way of all you• fears.Christians, Cherish, improve, increase your Faith, and this will clear your Way of all you• fears.
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Wherefore didst thou doubt, oh thou of little faith? Oh 'tis a sign our faith is but low,
Wherefore didst thou doubt, o thou of little faith? O it's a Signen our faith is but low,
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when our fears are so high.
when our fears Are so high.
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The day the Lord hears you in this Prayer, Lord encrease our Faith, he delivers you from your fears:
The day the Lord hears you in this Prayer, Lord increase our Faith, he delivers you from your fears:
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Wax strong in faith, and you will wax bold in your God. 3. Be humble; 'twill be your advantage, that you stand on the lower ground:
Wax strong in faith, and you will wax bold in your God. 3. Be humble; it'll be your advantage, that you stand on the lower ground:
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he whose heart hath already laid him in the Dust, will not fear how low his enemies can lay him. 4. Be peaceable;
he whose heart hath already laid him in the Dust, will not Fear how low his enemies can lay him. 4. Be peaceable;
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your Preces & Lachrymae, will be your best weapons;
your Preces & Lachrymae, will be your best weapons;
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the guilt of your unquiet and unwarrantable resistance, will weapon your hearts, more than all your partakers will strengthen your hands, Prov. 20. 22. Say not, I will rec•mpence evil, wait on the Lord, and he will save thee.
the guilt of your unquiet and unwarrantable resistance, will weapon your hearts, more than all your partakers will strengthen your hands, Curae 20. 22. Say not, I will rec•mpence evil, wait on the Lord, and he will save thee.
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Patient and peaceable suffering, will be the best way to abash your Persecutors, and embolden your Souls.
Patient and peaceable suffering, will be the best Way to abash your Persecutors, and embolden your Souls.
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Now gather up •ll these Particulars, and you have the conversation that becometh the Gospel; wherein that I may perswade as well as direct you ▪ consider these following Arguments;
Now gather up •ll these Particulars, and you have the Conversation that Becometh the Gospel; wherein that I may persuade as well as Direct you ▪ Consider these following Arguments;
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2. This is to them, to your Adversaries, an evident token of perdition;
2. This is to them, to your Adversaries, an evident token of perdition;
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this united, humble, peaceable, unanimous boldness, in your holy course, whereby you walk in the Spirit and power of the Gospel,
this united, humble, peaceable, unanimous boldness, in your holy course, whereby you walk in the Spirit and power of the Gospel,
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and are not frighted or terrified out of it;
and Are not frighted or terrified out of it;
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this is, and will be to your Persecutors, an evident token of Perdition. The falls and flaws in the Lives of Saints,
this is, and will be to your Persecutors, an evident token of Perdition. The falls and flaws in the Lives of Saints,
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and their Quarrelings and Divisions amongst themselves do strengthen the hands and the confidence of sinners against them:
and their Quarrellings and Divisions among themselves do strengthen the hands and the confidence of Sinners against them:
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The fears and faintings of Saints are the flushings of sinners; when Saints hang the wing, sinners lift up the head.
The fears and faintings of Saints Are the flushings of Sinners; when Saints hang the wing, Sinners lift up the head.
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The Majesty and Beauty of an holy life, joyned with and humble and patient Magnanimity and undantedness, will be a dart in the Liver of the Enemies of it.
The Majesty and Beauty of an holy life, joined with and humble and patient Magnanimity and undantedness, will be a dart in the Liver of the Enemies of it.
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It is an evident token [ to them ] of Perdition: It is not only a Death-Token [ upon them, ] Persecution is a black mark of a Son of Perdition; but it is an evident Token [ unto them ]:
It is an evident token [ to them ] of Perdition: It is not only a Death-Token [ upon them, ] Persecution is a black mark of a Son of Perdition; but it is an evident Token [ unto them ]:
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It will read them their Doom;
It will read them their Doom;
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it will make their own hearts to fall upon themselves, and their own consciences to give them their Sentence.
it will make their own hearts to fallen upon themselves, and their own Consciences to give them their Sentence.
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2. This is to you an evident Token of Salvation, [ but to you of Salvation ] The word is sure ▪ To him that ordereth his Conversation aright, will I shew the Salvation of God.
2. This is to you an evident Token of Salvation, [ but to you of Salvation ] The word is sure ▪ To him that Ordereth his Conversation aright, will I show the Salvation of God.
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If we be dead with Christ, we shall also live with him; if we suffer with him, we shall also be glorified together with him.
If we be dead with christ, we shall also live with him; if we suffer with him, we shall also be glorified together with him.
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To him that overcometh, will I give to sit with me on my Throne, even as I have overcome,
To him that Overcometh, will I give to fit with me on my Throne, even as I have overcome,
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and am set down with my Father on his Throne. Fear none of those things which thou shalt suffer.
and am Set down with my Father on his Throne. fear none of those things which thou shalt suffer.
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Be thou faithful unto the death, and I will give thee a Crown of Life.
Be thou faithful unto the death, and I will give thee a Crown of Life.
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[ Salvation, and that of God ] There's much in that Addition [ and that of God ] it notes, that the Salvation of the suffering Saints shall be Sure, Great.
[ Salvation, and that of God ] There's much in that Addition [ and that of God ] it notes, that the Salvation of the suffering Saints shall be Sure, Great.
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1. It notes, That their Salvation shall be sure: You shall certainly be saved, for God hath undertaken for it;
1. It notes, That their Salvation shall be sure: You shall Certainly be saved, for God hath undertaken for it;
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that's the import of the expression.
that's the import of the expression.
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If it be God that justifies, who shall condemn? If it be God that will save, who shall destroy? The matter is sure, you shall be saved, and that of God.
If it be God that Justifies, who shall condemn? If it be God that will save, who shall destroy? The matter is sure, you shall be saved, and that of God.
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It may be Sathan will promise, Hearken to me, and I will save you harmless. But he is a Liar and a Deceiver;
It may be Sathan will promise, Harken to me, and I will save you harmless. But he is a Liar and a Deceiver;
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he is weak and cannot, false and will not.
he is weak and cannot, false and will not.
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It may be the evil World will tell you, If thou wilt cast in thy Lot with us, take our Advice, follow our Example, come along with us, thou may'st save thy self all this harm and loss.
It may be the evil World will tell you, If thou wilt cast in thy Lot with us, take our advice, follow our Exampl, come along with us, thou Mayest save thy self all this harm and loss.
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But there is as much trust to the children, as to the Father of Lies:
But there is as much trust to the children, as to the Father of Lies:
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But if the Lord God, the God of Power, the God of Truth, sayes, I will save, who will say nay?
But if the Lord God, the God of Power, the God of Truth, Says, I will save, who will say nay?
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2. It notes, that their salvation shall be great: The great God will do for them great things;
2. It notes, that their salvation shall be great: The great God will do for them great things;
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He will save them by a mighty Salvation. He will save them against all those mighty hindrances that lie in the way.
He will save them by a mighty Salvation. He will save them against all those mighty hindrances that lie in the Way.
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Who art thou, O great Mountain! before Zerubbabel; thou shalt become a plain. Who art thou, Oh great Mountain! before Zerubbabel; thou shalt become a plain.
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All the difficulties and unlikelihoods, all the astonishing, and fleshnon-plus-ing Obstacles, that stand in the way of their Redemption will be nothing before the mighty God.
All the difficulties and unlikelihoods, all the astonishing, and fleshnon-plus-ing Obstacles, that stand in the Way of their Redemption will be nothing before the mighty God.
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He will save them from their mighty sins, sufferings, and fears; from the vanity and vexations of this Earth,
He will save them from their mighty Sins, sufferings, and fears; from the vanity and vexations of this Earth,
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and from the vengeance of eternal fire.
and from the vengeance of Eternal fire.
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Christians, Do but go on, walk with Christ, suffer with Christ, and •ear none of those things, which you shall suffer:Christians, Do but go on, walk with christ, suffer with christ, and •ear none of those things, which you shall suffer:
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and this shall be to you an evident Token of Salvation, and that of God. 3. Consider again ▪ the Argument of the Text;
and this shall be to you an evident Token of Salvation, and that of God. 3. Consider again ▪ the Argument of the Text;
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These things do, and the God of Peace shall be with you. What encouragement there is in this promise, I have already shew'd you.
These things do, and the God of Peace shall be with you. What encouragement there is in this promise, I have already showed you.
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Two things I shall only mention here, one of which hath been insisted on already. Consider,
Two things I shall only mention Here, one of which hath been insisted on already. Consider,
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First, If God be with you, all shall make for you. Secondly, If God be with you, you shall shortly be with God.First, If God be with you, all shall make for you. Secondly, If God be with you, you shall shortly be with God.
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1. If God be with you, all shall make for you:
1. If God be with you, all shall make for you:
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Remember what you have heard out of Rom. 8. 28, 31. Christians, perhaps you will not know,
remember what you have herd out of Rom. 8. 28, 31. Christians, perhaps you will not know,
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how to make a good Construction of some Providences that may possibly befal you, before you dye. Such Cases there may be ▪ that Providence may seem to be a plain Contradiction of the Promise. Suppose the People of God, in any Nation under Heaven, should at any time have, not only an I•undation of temporal Calamities, Famine,
how to make a good Construction of Some Providences that may possibly befall you, before you die. Such Cases there may be ▪ that Providence may seem to be a plain Contradiction of the Promise. Suppose the People of God, in any nation under Heaven, should At any time have, not only an I•undation of temporal Calamities, Famine,
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and Pestilence, and Sword, Oppression, Rapine, and Cruelty; but a Floud of Spiritual Judgments also, breaking in upon them;
and Pestilence, and Sword, Oppression, Rapine, and Cruelty; but a Flood of Spiritual Judgments also, breaking in upon them;
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a Famine of the Word, an Eclipse of the Light of the glorious Gospel among them;
a Famine of the Word, an Eclipse of the Light of the glorious Gospel among them;
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their green Pasture trodden down, their pure Waters puddled, God's Spiritual Worship made to give place to Will-worship, Superstition and Idolatry;
their green Pasture trodden down, their pure Waters puddled, God's Spiritual Worship made to give place to Will-worship, Superstition and Idolatry;
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the Institutions of God, to the inventions of Men:
the Institutions of God, to the Inventions of Men:
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his House made an Habitation for Dragons, for the Scritch-Owl, and Bittern ▪ for Ziim and Jim, and every unclean thing.
his House made an Habitation for Dragons, for the Scritch-Owl, and Bittern ▪ for Ziim and Jim, and every unclean thing.
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And that, in such a time, when they had given themselves to more than ordinary praying,
And that, in such a time, when they had given themselves to more than ordinary praying,
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and fasting, and humbling themselves, and repenting of their iniquities;
and fasting, and humbling themselves, and repenting of their iniquities;
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when they had set their faces towards Sion, and were full of hopes, that the Lord was about to build, and to plant;
when they had Set their faces towards Sion, and were full of hope's, that the Lord was about to built, and to plant;
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to cast out their rubbish, to repair their ruins, to bring in their peace like a River,
to cast out their rubbish, to repair their ruins, to bring in their peace like a River,
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and to establish his Tabernacle amongst them.
and to establish his Tabernacle among them.
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Suppose that in such a time, the Lord should even spit in their faces, should dash all their hopes,
Suppose that in such a time, the Lord should even spit in their faces, should dash all their hope's,
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and put into their hands a cup of trembling ▪ should bring trouble upon their loyns,
and put into their hands a cup of trembling ▪ should bring trouble upon their loins,
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and cause darkness to cover their faces; should expose them to sco•• and contempt, make them a reproach, and a byword;
and cause darkness to cover their faces; should expose them to sco•• and contempt, make them a reproach, and a Byword;
cc n1 n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n2; vmd vvi pno32 p-acp n1 cc n1, vvb pno32 dt n1, cc dt n1;
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should suffer them to be trampled upon, as the filth of the World, and the off-scouring of all things.
should suffer them to be trampled upon, as the filth of the World, and the offscouring of all things.
vmd vvi pno32 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt j pp-f d n2.
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Suppose you should have liv'd in such times and places, and have heard them complaining thus;
Suppose you should have lived in such times and places, and have herd them complaining thus;
vvb pn22 vmd vhi vvd p-acp d n2 cc n2, cc vhb vvn pno32 vvg av;
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All things work for good, why we see all things fall out for the worse;
All things work for good, why we see all things fallen out for the Worse;
d n2 vvi p-acp j, c-crq pns12 vvb d n2 vvb av p-acp dt av-jc;
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so far are our evil things from working for good, that our good things have wrought our hurt.
so Far Are our evil things from working for good, that our good things have wrought our hurt.
av av-j vbr po12 j-jn n2 p-acp vvg p-acp j, cst po12 j n2 vhb vvn po12 n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
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Not only our outward good things, our peace, and our plenty, but our spiritual good things, have undone us;
Not only our outward good things, our peace, and our plenty, but our spiritual good things, have undone us;
xx av-j po12 j j n2, po12 n1, cc po12 n1, cc-acp po12 j j n2, vhb vvn pno12;
(29) part (DIV2)
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our spiritual Liberties, and Priviledges, our Ordinances, our Duties, our Prayers, our Fastings, our Zeal for the Lord of Hosts;
our spiritual Liberties, and Privileges, our Ordinances, our Duties, our Prayers, our Fastings, our Zeal for the Lord of Hosts;
po12 j n2, cc n2, po12 n2, po12 n2, po12 n2, po12 n2-vvg, po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2;
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not only our sins, but our Prayers, our repentings, our reformings have undone us. We have prayed, and fasted, to good purpose;
not only our Sins, but our Prayers, our repentings, our reformings have undone us. We have prayed, and fasted, to good purpose;
xx av-j po12 n2, cc-acp po12 n2, po12 n2-vvg, po12 n2-vvg vhb vvn pno12. pns12 vhb vvn, cc vvd, p-acp j n1;
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we have even prayed our selves into poverty, contempt, darkness, confusion;
we have even prayed our selves into poverty, contempt, darkness, confusion;
pns12 vhb av vvn po12 n2 p-acp n1, n1, n1, n1;
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into the snares that have been laid for us, and into the hands of those that hate us.
into the snares that have been laid for us, and into the hands of those that hate us.
p-acp dt n2 cst vhb vbn vvn p-acp pno12, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f d cst vvb pno12.
(29) part (DIV2)
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All these things are against us; all our fears are come upon us; all our comforts, yea, and our hopes too ▪ are running from us;
All these things Are against us; all our fears Are come upon us; all our comforts, yea, and our hope's too ▪ Are running from us;
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(29) part (DIV2)
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the whole course of Providence, seems to be driven on to our utter ruine; every day, every hour, it grows darker and darker, worse and worse;
the Whole course of Providence, seems to be driven on to our utter ruin; every day, every hour, it grows Darker and Darker, Worse and Worse;
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(29) part (DIV2)
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every spoke of the Wheel, every turn of the wheel, renders our condition more helpless and hopeless. Our adversaries are become rampant;
every spoke of the Wheel, every turn of the wheel, renders our condition more helpless and hopeless. Our Adversaries Are become rampant;
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our Soul is filled with their scorn and fury; our friends, are as a broken tooth, or a foot out of joynt;
our Soul is filled with their scorn and fury; our Friends, Are as a broken tooth, or a foot out of joint;
po12 n1 vbz vvn p-acp po32 n1 cc n1; po12 n2, vbr p-acp dt j-vvn n1, cc dt n1 av pp-f n1;
(29) part (DIV2)
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our hopes are a Spiders Web, or as the giving up the Ghost; the Almighty causes all his storms and billows to pass over us;
our hope's Are a Spiders Web, or as the giving up the Ghost; the Almighty Causes all his storms and billows to pass over us;
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(29) part (DIV2)
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one day telleth another, one night certifieth another, and prophesies to us nothing but destruction upon destruction, desolation upon desolation;
one day Telleth Another, one night certifieth Another, and prophecies to us nothing but destruction upon destruction, desolation upon desolation;
crd n1 vvz j-jn, crd n1 vvz j-jn, cc n2 p-acp pno12 pix cc-acp n1 p-acp n1, n1 p-acp n1;
(29) part (DIV2)
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and where is the promise of his coming? the hope of Israel is asleep, her Saviour is a stranger;
and where is the promise of his coming? the hope of Israel is asleep, her Saviour is a stranger;
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(29) part (DIV2)
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the Ark of God is taken, the glory is departed, yea, and God himself seems to be gone over to the Camp of the Philistines, and marching against us;
the Ark of God is taken, the glory is departed, yea, and God himself seems to be gone over to the Camp of the philistines, and marching against us;
dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn, dt n1 vbz vvn, uh, cc np1 px31 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp2, cc vvg p-acp pno12;
(29) part (DIV2)
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we have waited for light, but behold obscurity; for brightness, but we walk in darkness;
we have waited for Light, but behold obscurity; for brightness, but we walk in darkness;
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the Harvest is past, the Summer is ended, and we are not saved, neither is there yet any to tell us how long.
the Harvest is past, the Summer is ended, and we Are not saved, neither is there yet any to tell us how long.
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(29) part (DIV2)
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Suppose you should have stood by, and have seen or heard any such things any where in the World, would you not have said, can any good come out of such a dark abyss? out of such a concatination of so many dreadful and dismal Providences? Why, by what hath been already said, you might have answered thus, Stay but a while till the whole wheel be come about, till God hath brought off his work from the wheel;
Suppose you should have stood by, and have seen or herd any such things any where in the World, would you not have said, can any good come out of such a dark abyss? out of such a concatenation of so many dreadful and dismal Providences? Why, by what hath been already said, you might have answered thus, Stay but a while till the Whole wheel be come about, till God hath brought off his work from the wheel;
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(29) part (DIV2)
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and then you shall see, Providence and the Promise meeting together, and kissing each other, and shall be able to say in this case, what Solomon did in Israels, 1 Kings 8. 56. Blessed be God, that hath given rest to his People Israel, according to all that he promised;
and then you shall see, Providence and the Promise meeting together, and kissing each other, and shall be able to say in this case, what Solomon did in Israel's, 1 Kings 8. 56. Blessed be God, that hath given rest to his People Israel, according to all that he promised;
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(29) part (DIV2)
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there hath not failed [ one word ] of all his good promise, which he promised by the hand of his Servants.
there hath not failed [ one word ] of all his good promise, which he promised by the hand of his Servants.
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(29) part (DIV2)
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Christians, whatever may come upon you, at any time while you live in this World, di•trust not your God, nor be at all dismayed;
Christians, whatever may come upon you, At any time while you live in this World, di•trust not your God, nor be At all dismayed;
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(29) part (DIV2)
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you shall see the day either here or hereafter, and 'twill be never the worse,
you shall see the day either Here or hereafter, and it'll be never the Worse,
pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 av-d av cc av, cc pn31|vmb vbi av dt jc,
(29) part (DIV2)
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if it be not till hereafter (take it upon the credit of this word, All things shall work together for good) You shall see the day when your hearts shall rejoyce and say, O• 'twas happy for us, that matters went so cross with us;
if it be not till hereafter (take it upon the credit of this word, All things shall work together for good) You shall see the day when your hearts shall rejoice and say, O• 'twas happy for us, that matters went so cross with us;
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(29) part (DIV2)
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'Twas happy we were so poor, and brought so low, and laid in the dark, and strip'd so naked, of all that we either took pleasure or put confidence in.
'Twas happy we were so poor, and brought so low, and laid in the dark, and striped so naked, of all that we either took pleasure or put confidence in.
pn31|vbds j pns12 vbdr av j, cc vvd av av-j, cc vvn p-acp dt j, cc vvd av j, pp-f d cst pns12 av-d vvd n1 cc vvi n1 p-acp.
(29) part (DIV2)
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Now we see that the Lord hath a more glorious design, that he was carrying on for us step by step, by every thing that came upon us,
Now we see that the Lord hath a more glorious Design, that he was carrying on for us step by step, by every thing that Come upon us,
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(29) part (DIV2)
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than we were aware of, or could have imagined.
than we were aware of, or could have imagined.
cs pns12 vbdr j pp-f, cc vmd vhi vvn.
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It's true, the Shimei's have been cursing, the Ishmael's have been mocking, the Rabshaka's have been railing, the Ploughers have been ploughing, the Hunters have been pursuing,
It's true, the Shimei's have been cursing, the Ishmael's have been mocking, the Rabshaka's have been railing, the Ploughers have been ploughing, the Hunters have been pursuing,
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(29) part (DIV2)
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and had almost overtaken, overcome, and swallowed us up quick;
and had almost overtaken, overcome, and swallowed us up quick;
cc vhd av vvn, vvn, cc vvd pno12 p-acp j;
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but blessed be our God, that hath not turned our captivity, and saved us by a mighty Salvation;
but blessed be our God, that hath not turned our captivity, and saved us by a mighty Salvation;
cc-acp vvn vbb po12 n1, cst vhz xx vvn po12 n1, cc vvd pno12 p-acp dt j n1;
(29) part (DIV2)
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but hath done us good, by all their mocking, and cursing, and raging against us: Now we see, there was such light sowing in our dark dayes;
but hath done us good, by all their mocking, and cursing, and raging against us: Now we see, there was such Light sowing in our dark days;
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(29) part (DIV2)
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such a Peace a sowing in those deep furrows; such an Harvest of joy sowing in the dayes
such a Peace a sowing in those deep furrows; such an Harvest of joy sowing in the days
d dt n1 dt vvg p-acp d j-jn n2; d dt n1 pp-f n1 vvg p-acp dt n2
(29) part (DIV2)
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<1^PAGE^MISSING> watch is over, your race is run, come and enter into my rest.
<1^PAGE^MISSING> watch is over, your raze is run, come and enter into my rest.
<1^PAGE^MISSING> n1 vbz a-acp, po22 n1 vbz vvn, vvb cc vvi p-acp po11 n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
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The first Come is, Come down with me, from the pride, from the pomps and jollities, of this present World;
The First Come is, Come down with me, from the pride, from the pomps and Jollities, of this present World;
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(29) part (DIV2)
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come with me into the Wilderness, into the valley of tears, come and suffer with me, come and dye with me.
come with me into the Wilderness, into the valley of tears, come and suffer with me, come and die with me.
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(29) part (DIV2)
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The second Come is, Come up with me, up out of the Wilderness, up out of your Prisons, up from your bonds: your Jubilee is come; come up with me:
The second Come is, Come up with me, up out of the Wilderness, up out of your Prisons, up from your bonds: your Jubilee is come; come up with me:
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(29) part (DIV2)
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Come, put off your prison-garments, and put on your robes; shake off your fetters, and take up your palms;
Come, put off your Prison-garments, and put on your robes; shake off your fetters, and take up your palms;
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(29) part (DIV2)
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lay down your Cross, and take up your Crown: from your Prisons to your Palace; from the Stocks to the Throne:
lay down your Cross, and take up your Crown: from your Prisons to your Palace; from the Stocks to the Throne:
vvb a-acp po22 n1, cc vvb a-acp po22 n1: p-acp po22 n2 p-acp po22 n1; p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n1:
(29) part (DIV2)
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You that have descended with me, are the same who shall now ascend with me to my Father,
You that have descended with me, Are the same who shall now ascend with me to my Father,
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(29) part (DIV2)
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and your Father, to my God and your God. The first Come, is the Come of a Suitor; Come, grant me your love;
and your Father, to my God and your God. The First Come, is the Come of a Suitor; Come, grant me your love;
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(29) part (DIV2)
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give me your hearts, and accept of mine: This is the Errant upon which his Ambassadors are dispatched;
give me your hearts, and accept of mine: This is the Errant upon which his ambassadors Are dispatched;
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(29) part (DIV2)
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As Abraham's servant to take you as a Wife for your Lord.
As Abraham's servant to take you as a Wife for your Lord.
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(29) part (DIV2)
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This is the meaning of all those Jewels, and the Bracelets, they bring in their hands;
This is the meaning of all those Jewels, and the Bracelets, they bring in their hands;
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(29) part (DIV2)
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the Lord sends Servant upon Servant, Epistle upon Epistle, Token upon Token, and all speak the same word, Come, come, come away and accept of your Lord, and be married to him.
the Lord sends Servant upon Servant, Epistle upon Epistle, Token upon Token, and all speak the same word, Come, come, come away and accept of your Lord, and be married to him.
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(29) part (DIV2)
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The second Come is, the Come of the Bridegroom ▪ Come home with me, into my holy City, into my Royal Mansion;
The second Come is, the Come of the Bridegroom ▪ Come home with me, into my holy city, into my Royal Mansion;
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(29) part (DIV2)
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come into my Chamber, come into my Bosom;
come into my Chamber, come into my Bosom;
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(29) part (DIV2)
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come and lodge between my Breasts, live in my presence, and rest in my love for ever.
come and lodge between my Breasts, live in my presence, and rest in my love for ever.
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(29) part (DIV2)
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Christians, my business while I have been with you, hath been to bring you to God, to espouse you to Christ;Christians, my business while I have been with you, hath been to bring you to God, to espouse you to christ;
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(29) part (DIV2)
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and you that have already ▪ or will yet at last be perswaded to give your consent,
and you that have already ▪ or will yet At last be persuaded to give your consent,
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(29) part (DIV2)
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and wil give me leave to make up the Match, I can give you assurance, That he will shortly come and make up the Marriage;
and will give me leave to make up the Match, I can give you assurance, That he will shortly come and make up the Marriage;
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(29) part (DIV2)
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and must say to you, as Naomi to Ruth, Ruth ▪ 3. 10. Sit still my Daugther, till thou see how the matter will fall;
and must say to you, as Naomi to Ruth, Ruth ▪ 3. 10. Fit still my Daughter, till thou see how the matter will fallen;
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(29) part (DIV2)
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for the Man will not be in rest, till he have finished the thing this day. for the Man will not be in rest, till he have finished the thing this day.
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(29) part (DIV2)
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Sit still Christians, till you see how matters will fall, and however they fall, know, your Lord will not be in rest till he have finished this thing,
Fit still Christians, till you see how matters will fallen, and however they fallen, know, your Lord will not be in rest till he have finished this thing,
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(29) part (DIV2)
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and brought you home to be with him where he is.
and brought you home to be with him where he is.
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(29) part (DIV2)
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I am now parting from you in this confidence ▪ that however, after a few dayes I shall see your faces no more in this world ▪ yet I shall shortly meet you in the Bride-Chamber of Glory ▪ where we shall ever be with the Lord.
I am now parting from you in this confidence ▪ that however, After a few days I shall see your faces no more in this world ▪ yet I shall shortly meet you in the Bride-Chamber of Glory ▪ where we shall ever be with the Lord.
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(29) part (DIV2)
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Beloved in the Lord, I must now leave you, but give me leave e're I go, to deal freely with you,
beloved in the Lord, I must now leave you, but give me leave ever I go, to deal freely with you,
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(29) part (DIV2)
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and yet a little farther, in the close of my day, this once more to open my heart to you;
and yet a little farther, in the close of my day, this once more to open my heart to you;
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and to tell you, 1. What my parting Feares, 2. What my parting Wishes for you are, which I carry upon my spirit.
and to tell you, 1. What my parting Fears, 2. What my parting Wishes for you Are, which I carry upon my Spirit.
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1. My parting Feares I go off from you with, are especially these:
1. My parting Fears I go off from you with, Are especially these:
crd po11 j-vvg n2 pns11 vvb a-acp p-acp pn22 p-acp, vbr av-j d:
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1. I am afraid, that there are many of you, upon whom I have bestowed my labour in vain:
1. I am afraid, that there Are many of you, upon whom I have bestowed my labour in vain:
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I am afraid that I have instructed you in vain ▪ exhorted ▪ perswaded, beseeched, and reproved you in vain:
I am afraid that I have instructed you in vain ▪ exhorted ▪ persuaded, beseeched, and reproved you in vain:
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'Twas the Apostles case, and his fear concerning the Galatians, Chap. 4. 11. It is my grief, that when I would have no more to speak, but an healing word, a comforting word;
'Twas the Apostles case, and his Fear Concerning the Galatians, Chap. 4. 11. It is my grief, that when I would have no more to speak, but an healing word, a comforting word;
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I must yet drop down a bitter word on some of you;
I must yet drop down a bitter word on Some of you;
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that when I would speak only from Mount Gerizi•, I must yet again speak to some from Mount Ebal; that when I would leave a Blessing behind me upon you all, I am like to leave some bound under a Curse.
that when I would speak only from Mount Gerizi•, I must yet again speak to Some from Mount Ebal; that when I would leave a Blessing behind me upon you all, I am like to leave Some bound under a Curse.
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It's grievous to me thus to speak; yet for the discharge of my duty, and for your own necessity, bear with me:
It's grievous to me thus to speak; yet for the discharge of my duty, and for your own necessity, bear with me:
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I am afraid, that whilst I have been preaching to you, of an incorruptible Crown, of an everlasting Rest, a Kingdom of Joy and Glory:
I am afraid, that while I have been preaching to you, of an incorruptible Crown, of an everlasting Rest, a Kingdom of Joy and Glory:
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I am afraid there are many of you, That have no part nor lot in this matter,
I am afraid there Are many of you, That have no part nor lot in this matter,
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but are still in the gall of bitterness; and bond of iniquity: If the Gospel be hid, it is hid to them that are lost. but Are still in the Gall of bitterness; and bound of iniquity: If the Gospel be hid, it is hid to them that Are lost.
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And are there none among you from whom this Gospel is hid? hid as to the light of it, hid as to the saving power and efficacy of it? I am afraid there are too many;
And Are there none among you from whom this Gospel is hid? hid as to the Light of it, hid as to the Saving power and efficacy of it? I am afraid there Are too many;
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I am afraid there's many a blind eye, many a hard heart, many a Spirit still in Prison, under the Power of their Lusts, and Bruitish Sensuality:
I am afraid there's many a blind eye, many a hard heart, many a Spirit still in Prison, under the Power of their Lustiest, and Brutish Sensuality:
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I am afraid there are many such among you, and are not you afraid so too? Oh that you were!
I am afraid there Are many such among you, and Are not you afraid so too? O that you were!
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2. I have a greater fear than this;
2. I have a greater Fear than this;
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I am afraid of some of you, that not only all my past Labour, but this last will be lost also.
I am afraid of Some of you, that not only all my past Labour, but this last will be lost also.
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Those that stand it out to their last day, do usually stand it out in their last day. Blessed be God that there are amongst you those, over whom my Soul is comfo•ted:
Those that stand it out to their last day, do usually stand it out in their last day. Blessed be God that there Are among you those, over whom my Soul is comfo•ted:
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To whom I can speak in the words of the Apostle, Rom ▪ 6. 17. God be thanked, that ye were the Servants of sin,
To whom I can speak in the words of the Apostle, Rom ▪ 6. 17. God be thanked, that you were the Servants of since,
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but ye have obeyed from the heart, that from of Doctrine that hath been delivered unto you,
but you have obeyed from the heart, that from of Doctrine that hath been Delivered unto you,
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and being now made free from sin, you are become the Servants of Righteousness. Oh that I could thus speak!and being now made free from since, you Are become the Servants of Righteousness. O that I could thus speak!
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Oh that I could thus rejoyce over you all!
O that I could thus rejoice over you all!
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But as the Apostle said to the Corinthians, 2 Cor. 12. 20. I fear, left when I (come) I shall (find) you such as I would not.
But as the Apostle said to the Corinthians, 2 Cor. 12. 20. I Fear, left when I (come) I shall (find) you such as I would not.
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So must I say, with a grieved hear•, I fea• that now I am going I shall leave you such as I would not.
So must I say, with a grieved hear•, I fea• that now I am going I shall leave you such as I would not.
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I would not leave one blind person, one vain person, one loose liver, not one unbeliever, or impenitent, amongst you an.
I would not leave one blind person, one vain person, one lose liver, not one unbeliever, or impenitent, among you nias.
pns11 vmd xx vvi crd j n1, crd j n1, crd j n1, xx crd n1, cc j, p-acp pn22 zz.
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Oh what a good day would this day of my departure be? what Light would there be in this dark Evening, were it thus with you? If I might see you all recovered out of the Snares of the Devil, every man's Eyes open'd ▪ every man's Fetters off, every man's Prison broken,
O what a good day would this day of my departure be? what Light would there be in this dark Evening, were it thus with you? If I might see you all recovered out of the Snares of the devil, every Man's Eyes opened ▪ every Man's Fetters off, every Man's Prison broken,
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and his Soul escaped from that deadly bondage:
and his Soul escaped from that deadly bondage:
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if every poor deadly Creature among you, who yet lies bound hand and foot in his Grave Clothes, might now at last stand up from the Dead,
if every poor deadly Creature among you, who yet lies bound hand and foot in his Grave Clothes, might now At last stand up from the Dead,
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and live the Life of God, this would be mine and your great rejoycing ▪ But oh I fear with this Apostle, 2 Cor. 12. 21. My God will humble me, and grieve me,
and live the Life of God, this would be mine and your great rejoicing ▪ But o I Fear with this Apostle, 2 Cor. 12. 21. My God will humble me, and grieve me,
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and afflict me, to see in what a woful plight, I must leave divers of you.
and afflict me, to see in what a woeful plighted, I must leave diverse of you.
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Oh ye sons of the Night, you poor, ignorant; and dark Souls ▪ upon whom the Light hath shined;
O you Sons of the Night, you poor, ignorant; and dark Souls ▪ upon whom the Light hath shined;
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but your Darkness comprehendeth it not:
but your Darkness comprehendeth it not:
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Oh you poor, obstina•e, & hardned Souls, upon whom I have been ploughing, as upon Rocks,
O you poor, obstina•e, & hardened Souls, upon whom I have been ploughing, as upon Rocks,
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& hewing as upon Adamants, who still remain under as great hardness, as if no Dew nor Rain had ever fallen on you.
& hewing as upon Adamants, who still remain under as great hardness, as if no Due nor Rain had ever fallen on you.
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Oh you poor, half-bak•ed, almost Christians, that have taken up your stand in your present Attainments:
O you poor, half-bak•ed, almost Christians, that have taken up your stand in your present Attainments:
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my Soul is under great fears, and must weep in secret for you, whilst my Tongue must be henceforth silent:
my Soul is under great fears, and must weep in secret for you, while my Tongue must be henceforth silent:
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Oh every Soul, that is without fear of himself, my Soul is afraid for you, the fearless Soul, is in a fearful state.
O every Soul, that is without Fear of himself, my Soul is afraid for you, the fearless Soul, is in a fearful state.
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Sinners, let my fears be your fears:
Sinners, let my fears be your fears:
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What, is there such astonishing guilt upon you, and yet not afraid? Such a dreadful Roll writ against you,
What, is there such astonishing guilt upon you, and yet not afraid? Such a dreadful Roll writ against you,
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and yet not afraid? So many Sabbaths, Sermons, Warnings lost, and never to be recalled;
and yet not afraid? So many Sabbaths, Sermons, Warnings lost, and never to be Recalled;
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nor any Assurance left of one Sermon ▪ or Warning more, and yet not afraid? Such a subtil Devil, such a deceitful heart, such a tempting world that you have to deal withall;
nor any Assurance left of one Sermon ▪ or Warning more, and yet not afraid? Such a subtle devil, such a deceitful heart, such a tempting world that you have to deal withal;
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such a black and bottomless Pit into which you are falling, and yet not afraid? Oh what Stocks and Stones hath the Gospel to deal withal•
such a black and bottomless Pit into which you Are falling, and yet not afraid? O what Stocks and Stones hath the Gospel to deal withal•
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Beloved, have laboured much with you, both publickly, and from house to house, to bring you under a due fear and jealousie of your selves; beloved, have laboured much with you, both publicly, and from house to house, to bring you under a due Fear and jealousy of your selves;
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but hitherto your hearts have been too hard for me: Oh yet for trembling hearts, tremble and sin not;
but hitherto your hearts have been too hard for me: O yet for trembling hearts, tremble and sin not;
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fear and pray, fear and hope, fear and repent; Work out your Salvation with fear and trembling!
Fear and pray, Fear and hope, Fear and Repent; Work out your Salvation with Fear and trembling!
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Oh if my fears were once become your fears, your fears would become my hopes! Oh what a Day-spring of hopes, would arise from the shaking of secure hearts!
O if my fears were once become your fears, your fears would become my hope's! O what a Dayspring of hope's, would arise from the shaking of secure hearts!
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These fears would be as the thicker Darkness, forer•nners of break of Day. 2. My parting wishes, and desires for you, are,
These fears would be as the thicker Darkness, forer•nners of break of Day. 2. My parting wishes, and Desires for you, Are,
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1. That the good Seed, which hath been sown amongst you, were well rooted in every heart:
1. That the good Seed, which hath been sown among you, were well rooted in every heart:
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I wish that my Twenty years Ministry among you, may not be lost labour, to any of your souls.
I wish that my Twenty Years Ministry among you, may not be lost labour, to any of your Souls.
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2. I wish that your next Seeds-man may be more skilful and successful:
2. I wish that your next Seedsman may be more skilful and successful:
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that the good Lord will provide you a man, that may teach you in wisdom, gain you in Love, lead you on to life by an holy Example;
that the good Lord will provide you a man, that may teach you in Wisdom, gain you in Love, led you on to life by an holy Exampl;
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and if the Lord grant you this mercy, I wish that such a one may be dearly priz'd and chearfully accepted by you.
and if the Lord grant you this mercy, I wish that such a one may be dearly prized and cheerfully accepted by you.
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God keep this Flock from a Ravening Wolf, and a deceitful Shepherd. 3. I wish that there may be no Root of Bitterness springing up amongst you;
God keep this Flock from a Ravening Wolf, and a deceitful Shepherd. 3. I wish that there may be no Root of Bitterness springing up among you;
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that there be no Divisions or Contentions, but that you may live in peace and love, that the God of peace and love may be with you.
that there be no Divisions or Contentions, but that you may live in peace and love, that the God of peace and love may be with you.
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4. I wish that this place, where so much good Seed hath been sown, may become a fruitful Field, that the Fruits of Faith and Repentance, the Fruits of Righteousness and Holiness, may be in you, and abound;
4. I wish that this place, where so much good Seed hath been sown, may become a fruitful Field, that the Fruits of Faith and Repentance, the Fruits of Righteousness and Holiness, may be in you, and abound;
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that you may be neither barren, nor unfruitful;
that you may be neither barren, nor unfruitful;
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that Religion, in the power and practice of it, may so visibly flourish, in the several persons, in the several Families of this Congregation, that they that go by, may see and say, This is the Field which the Lord hath blessed.
that Religion, in the power and practice of it, may so visibly flourish, in the several Persons, in the several Families of this Congregation, that they that go by, may see and say, This is the Field which the Lord hath blessed.
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5. I wish, that whatever Clouds may at any time gather over you, may not fall down in a withering Storm,
5. I wish, that whatever Clouds may At any time gather over you, may not fallen down in a withering Storm,
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or a sweeping Floud, but may pass away in a Mist, or dissolve into a fruitful Dew;
or a sweeping Flood, but may pass away in a Missed, or dissolve into a fruitful Due;
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that no Persecutions or Temptations may ever carry you down the Stream with evil men, nor blight any hopeful beginnings, that are budding forth in any of your Souls.
that no Persecutions or Temptations may ever carry you down the Stream with evil men, nor blight any hopeful beginnings, that Are budding forth in any of your Souls.
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If Tribulation should be any of your Lots, I wish that it may not be to you,
If Tribulation should be any of your Lots, I wish that it may not be to you,
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as the Hail of Egypt, but as the Dew of Hermon.
as the Hail of Egypt, but as the Due of Hermon.
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6. I wish you a joyful Harvest, that you may reap in Eternity, what hath been sown in time;
6. I wish you a joyful Harvest, that you may reap in Eternity, what hath been sown in time;
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may you now sow in Righteousness, and therefore reap in Mercy:
may you now sow in Righteousness, and Therefore reap in Mercy:
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May every one of you that is now sowing in Tears, for ever reap in joy:
May every one of you that is now sowing in Tears, for ever reap in joy:
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May you that go on your way weeping, bearing pretious Seed, return with joy, and bring your Sheaves with you:
May you that go on your Way weeping, bearing precious Seed, return with joy, and bring your Sheaves with you:
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May the Showers of this day, be the watering of your Seed, that it may spring up to Eternal Life.
May the Showers of this day, be the watering of your Seed, that it may spring up to Eternal Life.
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Brethren, My hearts desire for you all is, that you may be saved;Brothers, My hearts desire for you all is, that you may be saved;
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and if there be any persons that bear evil will to me, my particular wish for them is, The Good-will of him that dwelt in the Bush be those Men's Portions for ever.
and if there be any Persons that bear evil will to me, my particular wish for them is, The Goodwill of him that dwelled in the Bush be those Men's Portions for ever.
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These are some of my Wishes for you; will you joyn your Wishes with mine: will you turn your Wishes into Prayers, and let this be your prayer;
These Are Some of my Wishes for you; will you join your Wishes with mine: will you turn your Wishes into Prayers, and let this be your prayer;
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The Lord grant thee thine hearts desire, and fulfill all thy Mind. The Lord grant thee thine hearts desire, and fulfil all thy Mind.
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Brethren, do I wish you any harm in all this? If not, if it be to be wished, that the word of Christ were rooted in your hearts,Brothers, do I wish you any harm in all this? If not, if it be to be wished, that the word of christ were rooted in your hearts,
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and your Souls thereby rooted in the Grace of God;
and your Souls thereby rooted in the Grace of God;
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if it be to be wished, that your Lusts were rooted out, your sins dead and dried up, your foot gotten out of the Snare, your Souls brought into the Fold, your fruits of righteousness and holiness abounding,
if it be to be wished, that your Lustiest were rooted out, your Sins dead and dried up, your foot got out of the Snare, your Souls brought into the Fold, your fruits of righteousness and holiness abounding,
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and growing up unto eternal life: If all this be to be wished, then give in your votes with mine;
and growing up unto Eternal life: If all this be to be wished, then give in your votes with mine;
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wish and pray, pray and press on, press on and wait for the accomplishment of this grace in you all.
wish and pray, pray and press on, press on and wait for the accomplishment of this grace in you all.
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I tell you again ▪ I wish you well; and not only I, but the Lord God that hath sent me to you:
I tell you again ▪ I wish you well; and not only I, but the Lord God that hath sent me to you:
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The Lord Jesus wishes you well; he wishes and wooes, woes and weeps, weeps and dyes, that your Souls might live, and be blessed for ever:
The Lord jesus wishes you well; he wishes and Woes, woes and weeps, weeps and dies, that your Souls might live, and be blessed for ever:
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He hath once more sent me to you, even to the worst amongst you, to tell you from him, that he's unwilling you should perish;
He hath once more sent me to you, even to the worst among you, to tell you from him, that he's unwilling you should perish;
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that he hath a kindness for you in his heart, if you will accept it: He hath Blood and Bowels for your Blood to expiate you;
that he hath a kindness for you in his heart, if you will accept it: He hath Blood and Bowels for your Blood to expiate you;
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guilt, to wash away your filth;
guilt, to wash away your filth;
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and Bowels to offer you the benefit of his Bloud; with this wish, Oh that it were theirs!
and Bowels to offer you the benefit of his Blood; with this wish, O that it were theirs!
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Oh that they would hearken and accept! Only I must add, That the Lord hath two sorts of Wishes concerning sinners:O that they would harken and accept! Only I must add, That the Lord hath two sorts of Wishes Concerning Sinners:
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The first is, Oh that they would hearken! Oh that they would come in, be healed, and be saved!
The First is, O that they would harken! O that they would come in, be healed, and be saved!
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Deut. 5. 29. This wish is an Olive Branch that brings good •idings, and gives great hopes of Peace and Mercy.Deuteronomy 5. 29. This wish is an Olive Branch that brings good •idings, and gives great hope's of Peace and Mercy.
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His last Wish is, Oh that they had hearkened! that they had accepted! Ps. 81. 13. O that my People had hearkened to me!
His last Wish is, O that they had harkened! that they had accepted! Ps. 81. 13. O that my People had harkened to me!
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Luk. 19. 42. Oh that thou hadst known in this thy day, the things that concern thy peace!
Luk. 19. 42. O that thou Hadst known in this thy day, the things that concern thy peace!
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This Wish hath nothing but Dread and death in it:
This Wish hath nothing but Dread and death in it:
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it is the Black Flag hung out, that proclaims External Wars. The sence is, Israel had once a fair time of it;
it is the Black Flag hung out, that proclaims External Wars. The sense is, Israel had once a fair time of it;
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a time of Love, a time of Grace, a time of ▪ Peace: Oh that they had hearkned then, that they had known the things that concern their peace!
a time of Love, a time of Grace, a time of ▪ Peace: O that they had hearkened then, that they had known the things that concern their peace!
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But wo, wo to them, 'tis too late, the door is shut, the Season is over, the Day is past;
But woe, woe to them, it's too late, the door is shut, the Season is over, the Day is past;
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But now they are hid from thine Eyes. But now they Are hid from thine Eyes.
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There are three deadly darts in this Wish [ oh that thou hadst ] it includes in it these three cutting words, Thou hast not. Thou mightest. Thou shalt not for ever.
There Are three deadly darts in this Wish [ o that thou Hadst ] it includes in it these three cutting words, Thou hast not. Thou Mightest. Thou shalt not for ever.
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1. There is this in it, [ Thou hast not.
1. There is this in it, [ Thou hast not.
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] What have I not? why, thou hast not known the things that belong to thy peace.
] What have I not? why, thou hast not known the things that belong to thy peace.
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Thou hast had the door of Glory, the Gate of Heaven open to thee, and hast been call'd for,
Thou hast had the door of Glory, the Gate of Heaven open to thee, and hast been called for,
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and invited in, but thou hast lost the opportunity.
and invited in, but thou hast lost the opportunity.
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Thou knewest not when thou wer• well offered, nor would'st take notice what a day was before thee, what a price was in thine hand;
Thou Knewest not when thou wer• well offered, nor Wouldst take notice what a day was before thee, what a price was in thine hand;
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thy peace, the Gospel of peace, the Prince of peace, a Kingdome of peace was set open, offered,
thy peace, the Gospel of peace, the Prince of peace, a Kingdom of peace was Set open, offered,
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and brought home to thy doors, but thou hadst so many other matters to look after, that thou tookest no notice of it, but hast let it slip.
and brought home to thy doors, but thou Hadst so many other matters to look After, that thou tookest no notice of it, but hast let it slip.
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There's one Dart. [ Thou hast not known. ] There's a Gospel gone, there's a Christ gone, there's a Soul, a Kingdom lost.
There's one Dart. [ Thou hast not known. ] There's a Gospel gone, there's a christ gone, there's a Soul, a Kingdom lost.
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2. There is this in it, [ Thou mightest.
2. There is this in it, [ Thou Mightest.
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] Oh that thou hadst? why, Might I? Ye, thou mightest, if thou wouldst thou mightst.
] O that thou Hadst? why, Might I? You, thou Mightest, if thou Wouldst thou Mightest.
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Thy God did not mock thee, when he preach'd peace to thee;
Thy God did not mock thee, when he preached peace to thee;
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he was willing, and wish'd it thine, if thou wouldst, thou mightst have made it thine own;
he was willing, and wished it thine, if thou Wouldst, thou Mightest have made it thine own;
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but whilst he would, thou wouldest not.
but while he would, thou Wouldst not.
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There's another Dart. [ I might have known ] I have none to thank but my self for the loss, mine undoing was mine own doing.
There's Another Dart. [ I might have known ] I have none to thank but my self for the loss, mine undoing was mine own doing.
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There are no such torments as when the Soul flies upon it self, and takes revenge on it self;
There Are no such torments as when the Soul flies upon it self, and Takes revenge on it self;
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oh the gashes that such self reflections make!
o the Gashes that such self reflections make!
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Soul, how camest thou in hither, into all this misery? oh 'tis of my self ▪ my self, that my destruction is!
Soul, how camest thou in hither, into all this misery? o it's of my self ▪ my self, that my destruction is!
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The door was open, and I was told of it, and was bid come in, but I would not.
The door was open, and I was told of it, and was bid come in, but I would not.
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That I am lost and undone, was not my Fate, which I could not avoid, but my Fault and my folly.
That I am lost and undone, was not my Fate, which I could not avoid, but my Fault and my folly.
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It seems to give some ease of our torment, when we can shift off the fault. It was not I,
It seems to give Some ease of our torment, when we can shift off the fault. It was not I,
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but the Woman, said Adam; It was not I, but the Serpent said the Woman;
but the Woman, said Adam; It was not I, but the Serpent said the Woman;
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if it had been true, it would have given ease, as well as serve for an excuse.
if it had been true, it would have given ease, as well as serve for an excuse.
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This thought [ 'Twas mine own doing ] tears the very caul of the heart. Oh I have none to blame but my self, mine own foolish and froward heart.
This Thought [ 'Twas mine own doing ] tears the very caul of the heart. O I have none to blame but my self, mine own foolish and froward heart.
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This is my ignorance, this is my unbelief, this is my willfulness, my lusts, and my pleasures,
This is my ignorance, this is my unbelief, this is my willfulness, my Lustiest, and my pleasures,
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and my Idols, that I was running after, that have brought me under this dreadful loss. 'Twas my own doing.
and my Idols, that I was running After, that have brought me under this dreadful loss. 'Twas my own doing.
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3. There is this in it, [ Thou shalt not for ever ] Oh that thou hadst!
3. There is this in it, [ Thou shalt not for ever ] O that thou Hadst!
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why, may I not [ yet? ] Is there no hope of recovering the opportunity? not one word more, not one hour more;
why, may I not [ yet? ] Is there no hope of recovering the opportunity? not one word more, not one hour more;
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may not the Sun go [ one ] degree backward? No, no, 'tis too late, too late;
may not the Sun go [ one ] degree backward? No, no, it's too late, too late;
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thou hast had thy day, from henceforth no more for ever.
thou hast had thy day, from henceforth no more for ever.
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There's the last Dart, [ Time's past ] there's the death, the Hell, the anguish, the Worm that shall gnaw to eternity.
There's the last Dart, [ Time's passed ] there's the death, the Hell, the anguish, the Worm that shall gnaw to eternity.
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This one word [ Time's past ] sets all Hell a roaring; and when its once spoken to a sinner on Earth, there's Hell begun.
This one word [ Time's passed ] sets all Hell a roaring; and when its once spoken to a sinner on Earth, there's Hell begun.
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Go thy way wretch, fill up thy measure, and fall into thy place;
Go thy Way wretch, fill up thy measure, and fallen into thy place;
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The Gospel hath no more to say to thee, but this one word, Because I have called, and thou refusedst, I have stretched out my hand,
The Gospel hath no more to say to thee, but this one word, Because I have called, and thou refusedst, I have stretched out my hand,
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and thou regardedst not, but hast set at nought all my Counsels, and wouldst none of my reproofs;
and thou regardedst not, but hast Set At nought all my Counsels, and Wouldst none of my reproofs;
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I also will laugh at thy calamities, and mock when thy fear cometh; when thy fear cometh as desolation, and thy destruction cometh as a whirle-wind;
I also will laugh At thy calamities, and mock when thy Fear comes; when thy Fear comes as desolation, and thy destruction comes as a whirlwind;
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when distress and anguish cometh upon thee, then shalt thou call, but I will not answer, thou shalt seek me early, but shalt not find me. when distress and anguish comes upon thee, then shalt thou call, but I will not answer, thou shalt seek me early, but shalt not find me.
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Beloved, my hopes are, and I am not able to say but that you are yet under the first wish; Oh that they would.
beloved, my hope's Are, and I am not able to say but that you Are yet under the First wish; O that they would.
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Christ is yet preaching you to faith, and sends his Wish along with his Word, Oh that they would believe!
christ is yet preaching you to faith, and sends his Wish along with his Word, O that they would believe!
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Christ is yet preaching Repentance and Conversion to you, and wishes, O that they would repent, that they would be converted;
christ is yet preaching Repentance and Conversion to you, and wishes, Oh that they would Repent, that they would be converted;
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and to this wish of my Lord, my Soul and all that is within me says Amen.
and to this wish of my Lord, my Soul and all that is within me Says Amen.
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Brethren, will you yet again say your Lord nay? shall Christ have his wish? shall your Servant for Jesus sake, shall I have my wish? will you now at last con•ent to be •anctified,
Brothers, will you yet again say your Lord nay? shall christ have his wish? shall your Servant for jesus sake, shall I have my wish? will you now At last con•ent to be •anctified,
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and to be saved? let me have this wish ▪ and I dare promise from the Lord, you shall have yours, even whatever your Soul can desire.
and to be saved? let me have this wish ▪ and I Dare promise from the Lord, you shall have yours, even whatever your Soul can desire.
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Brethren, this once hear, this once be prevailed upon; be content that your lusts be rooted out, and your Lord planted into your Souls.
Brothers, this once hear, this once be prevailed upon; be content that your Lustiest be rooted out, and your Lord planted into your Souls.
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Be content to be pardoned, content to be converted, content to be saved.
Be content to be pardoned, content to be converted, content to be saved.
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This once hear, lest if ye now refuse, ye no more be perswaded with, oh that they would! but be for ever confounded with, oh that they had! Lest all our wishes and wooings of you, be turned into weepings and mournings over you; this once hear; Oh that you would.
This once hear, lest if you now refuse, you no more be persuaded with, o that they would! but be for ever confounded with, o that they had! Lest all our wishes and wooings of you, be turned into weepings and mournings over you; this once hear; O that you would.
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I heartily thank you for your good wishes, and good will towards me; for your willing and chearful entertainment of my person, and attendance on my Ministry;
I heartily thank you for your good wishes, and good will towards me; for your willing and cheerful entertainment of my person, and attendance on my Ministry;
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and particularly, for your passionate desire of my longer stay among you: Which desire if God had not, my Soul could not have denied you.
and particularly, for your passionate desire of my longer stay among you: Which desire if God had not, my Soul could not have denied you.
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Though the Almighty, to whose pleasure it's meet that we all submit, hath said nay to that wish of yours;
Though the Almighty, to whose pleasure it's meet that we all submit, hath said nay to that wish of yours;
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yet let your Souls say Amen, to this last of mine, that the Lord God would dwell among you,
yet let your Souls say Amen, to this last of mine, that the Lord God would dwell among you,
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and in you, both now and for ever.
and in you, both now and for ever.
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And having thus finished my Labours among you, I shall now close up with this double account.
And having thus finished my Labours among you, I shall now close up with this double account.
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1. Of my discharge of my Ministry in this place. 2. Of my deprival.
1. Of my discharge of my Ministry in this place. 2. Of my deprival.
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And shall so commit you to God, and to the word of his Grace, which is able to huild you up,
And shall so commit you to God, and to the word of his Grace, which is able to huild you up,
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and to give you an Inheritance amongst all them that are sanctified. 1. Of my discharge of my Ministry.
and to give you an Inheritance among all them that Are sanctified. 1. Of my discharge of my Ministry.
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What my Doctrine and manner of life hath been, is known to you; and what my aim and intent hath been, is known to God.
What my Doctrine and manner of life hath been, is known to you; and what my aim and intent hath been, is known to God.
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The searcher of hearts, knows, that 'tis the salvation of Souls, that hath been the mark at which I have levelled.
The searcher of hearts, knows, that it's the salvation of Souls, that hath been the mark At which I have leveled.
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My way hath been to use all plainness, that I might be made manifest in your Consciences:
My Way hath been to use all plainness, that I might be made manifest in your Consciences:
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Weaknesses and infirmities, both natural and sinful (the Lord pardon it) I have had many.
Weaknesses and infirmities, both natural and sinful (the Lord pardon it) I have had many.
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I am sensible that much more might have been done, both in publick and in private, had it not been for a weakly body, and a sloathful heart.
I am sensible that much more might have been done, both in public and in private, had it not been for a weakly body, and a slothful heart.
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I repent that I have had no more zeal for God, no more compassion to Souls;
I Repent that I have had no more zeal for God, no more compassion to Souls;
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I repent that I have been no more constant and importunate with you, about the matters of Eternity.
I Repent that I have been no more constant and importunate with you, about the matters of Eternity.
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Oh Eternity, Eternity, that thou wert no more in the heart and Lips of the Preacher, in the hearts and ears of the hearers.
O Eternity, Eternity, that thou Wertenberg not more in the heart and Lips of the Preacher, in the hearts and ears of the hearers.
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But while I thus judge my self for my failings, Blessed be God for any sincerity to his name,
But while I thus judge my self for my failings, Blessed be God for any sincerity to his name,
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and good will to your Souls, that he hath seen in me.
and good will to your Souls, that he hath seen in me.
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Blessed be God, I have a witness in my Conscience, and I hope in yours also, that I have not shunned to declare to you, the whole Counsel of God.
Blessed be God, I have a witness in my Conscience, and I hope in yours also, that I have not shunned to declare to you, the Whole Counsel of God.
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Brethren, I call Heaven and Earth to witness this day, that I have set before you life and death, good and evil,
Brothers, I call Heaven and Earth to witness this day, that I have Set before you life and death, good and evil,
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and have not ceased from day to day, to warn you to choose life, and that good way, that leads to it;
and have not ceased from day to day, to warn you to choose life, and that good Way, that leads to it;
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and to escape for your lives, from the way of sin and death.
and to escape for your lives, from the Way of since and death.
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Oh remember the many instructions I have given you, the many Arguments whereby I have striven with you, the many Prayers that have been offered up,
O Remember the many instructions I have given you, the many Arguments whereby I have striven with you, the many Prayers that have been offered up,
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for the guiding and gaining your Souls, into the path of life, and the turning your feet out of the way of destruction.
for the guiding and gaining your Souls, into the path of life, and the turning your feet out of the Way of destruction.
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Oh might I be able to give this Testimony concerning you all, at my departure, they have trodden in the right path, they have chosen the good part that shall not be taken from them.
O might I be able to give this Testimony Concerning you all, At my departure, they have trodden in the right path, they have chosen the good part that shall not be taken from them.
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Beloved Brethren ▪ with whom I have travelled in birth, that Christ might be formed in you;
beloved Brothers ▪ with whom I have traveled in birth, that christ might be formed in you;
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I must shortly give up my account in a more solemn Assembly:
I must shortly give up my account in a more solemn Assembly:
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will you help me to give it up with joy, by shewing your Souls before the Lord,
will you help me to give it up with joy, by showing your Souls before the Lord,
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as the Seal of my Ministry.
as the Seal of my Ministry.
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Every sincere Convert among you, will be a Crown of rejoycing to me in that day? So let me rejoyce,
Every sincere Convert among you, will be a Crown of rejoicing to me in that day? So let me rejoice,
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and let my joy be the joy of you all.
and let my joy be the joy of you all.
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What shall I say more? If there be any consolation in Christ, if any comfort of love, any bowels and mercies;
What shall I say more? If there be any consolation in christ, if any Comfort of love, any bowels and Mercies;
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if the Glory of the Eternal God, the Honour of the everlasting Gospel, the safety of your immortal Souls, the incorruptible Crown, the exceeding, eternal weight of glory, weigh any thing with you, then once more let me beseech you, by all this to hearken to that word of the Gospel, which God hath spoken to you by me. 2. Of my deprival.
if the Glory of the Eternal God, the Honour of the everlasting Gospel, the safety of your immortal Souls, the incorruptible Crown, the exceeding, Eternal weight of glory, weigh any thing with you, then once more let me beseech you, by all this to harken to that word of the Gospel, which God hath spoken to you by me. 2. Of my deprival.
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The most glorious morning hath its evening;
The most glorious morning hath its evening;
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the hour is come wherein the Sun is setting, upon not a few of the Prophets;
the hour is come wherein the Sun is setting, upon not a few of the prophets;
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the shadows of the evening are stretched forth upon us, our day draws, our work seems to be, at an end:
the shadows of the evening Are stretched forth upon us, our day draws, our work seems to be, At an end:
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Our Pulpits and our places must know us no more. This is the Lords doing, let all the earth keep silence before him.
Our Pulpits and our places must know us no more. This is the lords doing, let all the earth keep silence before him.
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It is not a light thing for me, Brethren, to be laid aside from the work,
It is not a Light thing for me, Brothers, to be laid aside from the work,
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and cast out of the Vineyard of the Lord; and it must be something of weight, that must support under such a severe doom.
and cast out of the Vineyard of the Lord; and it must be something of weight, that must support under such a severe doom.
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I know there are not a few, that will add to the affliction of the afflicted, by telling the world, tis their own fault, they might prevent it if they would:
I know there Are not a few, that will add to the affliction of the afflicted, by telling the world, this their own fault, they might prevent it if they would:
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whether this be so or no God knoweth, and let the Lord be Judge.
whither this be so or no God Knoweth, and let the Lord be Judge.
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Blessed be God, whatever be, this is not laid to our charge as the reason of our seclusion, either insufficiency or scandal.
Blessed be God, whatever be, this is not laid to our charge as the reason of our seclusion, either insufficiency or scandal.
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You are not ignorant, what things there are imposed on us, as the condition of our continuing our Ministration;
You Are not ignorant, what things there Are imposed on us, as the condition of our Continuing our Ministration;
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which how lawful and expedient soever they seem in the Judgment of many, yet have the most specious Arguments that plead for them, left me utterly dissatisfied in my Conscience about them.
which how lawful and expedient soever they seem in the Judgement of many, yet have the most specious Arguments that plead for them, left me utterly dissatisfied in my Conscience about them.
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I must profess before God, Angels and Men, that my non-submission is not from any disloyaltie to Authoritie,
I must profess before God, Angels and Men, that my nonsubmission is not from any disloyalty to authority,
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nor from pride, humour, or any factious disposition, or design;
nor from pride, humour, or any factious disposition, or Design;
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but because I dare not contradict my light, nor do any thing concerning which my heart tels me, the Lord says, do it not.
but Because I Dare not contradict my Light, nor do any thing Concerning which my heart tells me, the Lord Says, do it not.
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After all my most impartial Enquiries, after all my seeking counsel from the Lord, after all my considering,
After all my most impartial Enquiries, After all my seeking counsel from the Lord, After all my considering,
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and consulting with men of all perswasions, about these Matters, I find my self so far short of satisfaction, that I am plainly put to this choice, to part with my Ministry or my Conscience. I dare not lie before God and the World;
and consulting with men of all persuasions, about these Matters, I find my self so Far short of satisfaction, that I am plainly put to this choice, to part with my Ministry or my Conscience. I Dare not lie before God and the World;
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nor come and tell you I approve, I allow, I heartily consent, to what I neither do, nor can;
nor come and tell you I approve, I allow, I heartily consent, to what I neither doe, nor can;
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but must choose rather ▪ that my Ministry be sealed up by my Sufferings, than lengthned out by a Lie: Through the Grace of God,
but must choose rather ▪ that my Ministry be sealed up by my Sufferings, than lengthened out by a Lie: Through the Grace of God,
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though men do, yet my heart shall not reproach me while I live; If our hearts condemn us, God is greater than our hearts, and knoweth all things.
though men do, yet my heart shall not reproach me while I live; If our hearts condemn us, God is greater than our hearts, and Knoweth all things.
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But however, though I must now no longer act as a Minister, I shall, through the Grace of God, endeavour peaceably,
But however, though I must now no longer act as a Minister, I shall, through the Grace of God, endeavour peaceably,
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and patiently, to suffer as a Christian.
and patiently, to suffer as a Christian.
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I should, to testifie my Obedience to Authority ▪ have become all Things to all Men, to the uttermost that I could with any clearness of heart:
I should, to testify my obedience to authority ▪ have become all Things to all Men, to the uttermost that I could with any clearness of heart:
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But since Matters stand so that I must lose my place, or my peace, I chearfully suffer my self to be thrust off the Stage.
But since Matters stand so that I must loose my place, or my peace, I cheerfully suffer my self to be thrust off the Stage.
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And now welcome the Cross of Christ, welcome Reproach, welcome Poverty, Scorn, and contempt, or whatever else may befall me on this account.
And now welcome the Cross of christ, welcome Reproach, welcome Poverty, Scorn, and contempt, or whatever Else may befall me on this account.
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This Morning I had a Flock, and you had a Pastor; but now behold a Pastor without a Flock, a Flock without a Shepherd:
This Morning I had a Flock, and you had a Pastor; but now behold a Pastor without a Flock, a Flock without a Shepherd:
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This Morning I had an House, but now I have none; This Morning I had a living, but now I have none:
This Morning I had an House, but now I have none; This Morning I had a living, but now I have none:
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The Lord hath given, and the Lord hath taken away; Blessed be the Name of the Lord. The Lord hath given, and the Lord hath taken away; Blessed be the Name of the Lord.
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Beloved, I am sensible of my Weaknesses and Disadvantages I am under, which may render a suffering state the harder to be born;
beloved, I am sensible of my Weaknesses and Disadvantages I am under, which may render a suffering state the harder to be born;
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help me by your Prayers; and not me only, but all my Brethren also, with whom my Lot must fall;
help me by your Prayers; and not me only, but all my Brothers also, with whom my Lot must fallen;
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Pray for us, for we trust that we have a good Conscience, in all things willing to live honestly. Pray,Pray for us, for we trust that we have a good Conscience, in all things willing to live honestly. Pray,
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1. That God would make our Silence speak ▪ and preach the same holy Doctrine that we have preached with our Lips.
1. That God would make our Silence speak ▪ and preach the same holy Doctrine that we have preached with our Lips.
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2. That he would give Supports answerable to our Sufferings; that he who comforteth those that are cast down, will also comfort his Servants that are cast out.
2. That he would give Supports answerable to our Sufferings; that he who comforts those that Are cast down, will also Comfort his Servants that Are cast out.
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3. That according to our earnest expectation, and our hope, as always, so now also, Christ may be magnified in us,
3. That according to our earnest expectation, and our hope, as always, so now also, christ may be magnified in us,
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whether it be by Life or Death.
whither it be by Life or Death.
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And thus, Brethren, I bid you farewel, in the words of the Apostle, 2 Cor. 13. 11. Finally, Brethren, farewel, be perfect, be of good comfort, be of one mind, live in peace;And thus, Brothers, I bid you farewell, in the words of the Apostle, 2 Cor. 13. 11. Finally, Brothers, farewell, be perfect, be of good Comfort, be of one mind, live in peace;
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and the God of Peace and Love shall be with you.
and the God of Peace and Love shall be with you.
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And that God of Peace that brought again from the Dead our Lord Jesus, that great Shepherd of the sheep, through the blood of the Everlasting Covenant, make you perfect in every good work, to do his will;And that God of Peace that brought again from the Dead our Lord jesus, that great Shepherd of the sheep, through the blood of the Everlasting Covenant, make you perfect in every good work, to do his will;
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working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight, through Jesus Christ; to whom be glory, for ever and ever, AMEN. FINIS.
working in you that which is Well-pleasing in his sighed, through jesus christ; to whom be glory, for ever and ever, AMEN. FINIS.
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