The triumph of a good conscience. Or a sermon preached upon the 2. of the Revel. the latter part of the 10 verse. VVherein the nature of faithfulnesse is in part opened, and the doctrine of perseverance confirmed, and some cases of conscience cleared. / By Paul Amiraut, minister of the Gospel at East Dearham, in the county of Norfolk.
IT is a good saying of an ancient writer directing his speech to godly Christians, Feare not O faithful soule, those outward evills which thou shalt suffer,
IT is a good saying of an ancient writer directing his speech to godly Christians, fear not O faithful soul, those outward evils which thou shalt suffer,
though the Divel should cast some of them into prison &c. but here in my text, she is bidden implicitly to feare the inward evill of Apostacie, and explicitly exhorted unto perseverance.
though the devil should cast Some of them into prison etc. but Here in my text, she is bidden implicitly to Fear the inward evil of Apostasy, and explicitly exhorted unto perseverance.
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& takes in many ingredients, yet being confined to the straights of time, 〈 ◊ 〉 is the severe moderator of these exercises, I shal only open the main thing that denominates a man to be faithfull;
& Takes in many ingredients, yet being confined to the straights of time, 〈 ◊ 〉 is the severe moderator of these exercises, I shall only open the main thing that denominates a man to be faithful;
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and that is the covenant keeping grace, wherby a man keeps touch with God in performing those vowes and promises, he hath made unto him, in the 6. of Hosea verse the 7. They like men have transgressed the Covenant, they have dealt treacherously against me:
and that is the Covenant keeping grace, whereby a man keeps touch with God in performing those vows and promises, he hath made unto him, in the 6. of Hosea verse the 7. They like men have transgressed the Covenant, they have dealt treacherously against me:
to transgres the covenant is made there an act of treachery, & unfaithfulnesse, therefore by the Law of contraries, to keepe the covenant is an act of faithfulnesse:
to transgress the Covenant is made there an act of treachery, & unfaithfulness, Therefore by the Law of contraries, to keep the Covenant is an act of faithfulness:
That faithfulnesse if it be of the right Stamp wil hold out unto death. For confirmation whereof, take a view of these Scriptures, Prov. 10.25. Iob 27. ver. 5. 1 Iohn 2.19. 1 Iohn 3.9.
That faithfulness if it be of the right Stamp will hold out unto death. For confirmation whereof, take a view of these Scriptures, Curae 10.25. Job 27. ver. 5. 1 John 2.19. 1 John 3.9.
These Scriptures shew the NONLATINALPHABET of the doctrine, proving that it is so, and now we shall produce reasons to shew the NONLATINALPHABET of the doctrine,
These Scriptures show the of the Doctrine, proving that it is so, and now we shall produce Reasons to show the of the Doctrine,
The 1. Reason is taken from the excellency of this grace of faithfulnesse, for faithfulnesse is the highest perfection a Christian can attain unto in this life, there will ever somthing be wanting even in the best in point of obedience, which cannot be made up but in the truth and soundnesse thereof:
The 1. Reason is taken from the excellency of this grace of faithfulness, for faithfulness is the highest perfection a Christian can attain unto in this life, there will ever something be wanting even in the best in point of Obedience, which cannot be made up but in the truth and soundness thereof:
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hence it is that where the scriptures speak of perfection, it is to be understood of sincerity, in the feeling and acknowledgement of our imperfection, ioyned with a constant endeavour after perfection, Phil. 3.13.14.15. so the 1 of Chron. the 12. they that in the 33. are said not to be of a double heart are said in the 38. verse to be of a perfect heart.
hence it is that where the Scriptures speak of perfection, it is to be understood of sincerity, in the feeling and acknowledgement of our imperfection, joined with a constant endeavour After perfection, Philip 3.13.14.15. so the 1 of Chronicles the 12. they that in the 33. Are said not to be of a double heart Are said in the 38. verse to be of a perfect heart.
they had such gifts, as would not leave them halfe way to heaven, as Orpha left her mother in Law Naomi, but would stick to them, till they were housed in the blessed mansions of eternity;
they had such Gifts, as would not leave them half Way to heaven, as Orpha left her mother in Law Naomi, but would stick to them, till they were housed in the blessed mansions of eternity;
so that all Apostates and Retrogades, and all those that are turned the Devils proselytes, casting off their faith, to make up their fortunes, have notwitstanding their glittering shewes,
so that all Apostates and Retrogades, and all those that Are turned the Devils Proselytes, casting off their faith, to make up their fortune's, have notwithstanding their glittering shows,
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and dazeling excellencies, wanted those things that accompany salvation, which a faithfull Christan, and one that hath attained to a true Evangelicall perfection cannot be without.
and dazzling excellencies, wanted those things that accompany salvation, which a faithful Christian, and one that hath attained to a true Evangelical perfection cannot be without.
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2. Faithfulnesse is a grace that admits of no corrupting, and Apostatizing principles, it is like the Maronaan wine, which though it be mingled with other liquour,
2. Faithfulness is a grace that admits of no corrupting, and Apostatizing principles, it is like the Maronaan wine, which though it be mingled with other liquour,
But that place of Isay is very full chap. 11. ver. 5. where faithfulnesse is called the girdle of the reines, it is called a girdle, because as a girdle tyes our clothes fast unto us, that they may not hang loose;
But that place of Saiah is very full chap. 11. ver. 5. where faithfulness is called the girdle of the reins, it is called a girdle, Because as a girdle ties our clothes fast unto us, that they may not hang lose;
and by that meanes these hidden things of dishonesty are kept out, which might engage us to Apostacy and falling away, see Psal. 18. ver. 23. It is impossible to poyson the Sea,
and by that means these hidden things of dishonesty Are kept out, which might engage us to Apostasy and falling away, see Psalm 18. ver. 23. It is impossible to poison the Sea,
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Mat. 7. ver. 24. Chosen ones, whom it is impossible for to seduce Mat. 24. ver. 24. They are Christs sheepe, whom no man shall pluck out of his Fathers hand.
Mathew 7. ver. 24. Chosen ones, whom it is impossible for to seduce Mathew 24. ver. 24. They Are Christ sheep, whom no man shall pluck out of his Father's hand.
Here I might say some thing by way of Confutation, for this truth meets with much contradiction abroad, of those that deny perseverance to be essentiall to this grace of faithfullnesse:
Here I might say Some thing by Way of Confutation, for this truth meets with much contradiction abroad, of those that deny perseverance to be essential to this grace of faithfulness:
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and we may plainly perceive that the fiery Comet still hangs over our heads, our sinnes and distractions still solliciting God to trade with us in a bargaine of blood:
and we may plainly perceive that the fiery Cometam still hangs over our Heads, our Sins and distractions still soliciting God to trade with us in a bargain of blood:
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For why should they be afraid of that, which puts an end to all their labours and sufferings, that strips them of their ragges, to cloth them with robes, that brings them glad tidings of the consumption of their sinnes and of the consummation of their graces, setting a garland of glory, upon their heads wch will not wither unto all eternity.
For why should they be afraid of that, which puts an end to all their labours and sufferings, that strips them of their rags, to cloth them with robes, that brings them glad tidings of the consumption of their Sins and of the consummation of their graces, setting a garland of glory, upon their Heads which will not wither unto all eternity.
as causeth a faire dissolution by the mutiny of Malignant humors from within, but it is terrible to have our earthly Tabernacle pull'd downe violently by Malignant persons from without,
as Causes a fair dissolution by the mutiny of Malignant humours from within, but it is terrible to have our earthly Tabernacle pulled down violently by Malignant Persons from without,
I answer that if faithfull Christians knew their strength, and did well understand their priviledges, they would as cheerefully upon Christs call open their bosomes to a violent death, as to a naturall death:
I answer that if faithful Christians knew their strength, and did well understand their privileges, they would as cheerfully upon Christ call open their bosoms to a violent death, as to a natural death:
Now Baptisme should not be grievous to a Christian, seeing it is a signe and seale of the Covenant, no more should any persecution and Martyrdome inflicted for the cause of Christ, be grievous unto us,
Now Baptism should not be grievous to a Christian, seeing it is a Signen and seal of the Covenant, no more should any persecution and Martyrdom inflicted for the cause of christ, be grievous unto us,
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So Baptisme is somewhat afflicting too, especially in the Eastern parts and hot climats of the world, where the partie baptized was dipp'd over head and ears in water,
So Baptism is somewhat afflicting too, especially in the Eastern parts and hight climates of the world, where the party baptised was dipped over head and ears in water,
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as in a way of consolation, and this I desire may be observed; That as some afflictions are Sacraments, so all afflictions are Sacramentall to beleevers.
as in a Way of consolation, and this I desire may be observed; That as Some afflictions Are Sacraments, so all afflictions Are Sacramental to believers.
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For as Austin saith well, though death in it selfe be the punishment of sinne, it is now through the wonderfull power of Christ made an inlet unto glory.
For as Austin Says well, though death in it self be the punishment of sin, it is now through the wonderful power of christ made an inlet unto glory.
And the same Austin further shewing the difference of that death, that is now imposed upon Martyrs from that death, which was first threatned upon man in paradice, doth sweetly runne upon this descant:
And the same Austin further showing the difference of that death, that is now imposed upon Martyrs from that death, which was First threatened upon man in paradise, does sweetly run upon this descant:
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Ob. But it will be said, that those things are bitter to the flesh, and therefore it is an hard matter willingly to stoope to such hot services. I answer.
Ob. But it will be said, that those things Are bitter to the Flesh, and Therefore it is an hard matter willingly to stoop to such hight services. I answer.
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Hence the latin, accingi ad opus, and that of Christ, Gird up the loynes of your mindes, are expressions importing a readinesse to goe about our taske.
Hence the latin, accingi ad opus, and that of christ, Gird up the loins of your minds, Are expressions importing a readiness to go about our task.
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Being disswaded from going up to Ierusalem; by many of the Saints, because they understood, by the Prophet Agabus the hard measure, that he should meet withall there, he grew into some passion,
Being dissuaded from going up to Ierusalem; by many of the Saints, Because they understood, by the Prophet Agabus the hard measure, that he should meet withal there, he grew into Some passion,
and set himselfe with might and maine to resist this temptation of the right hand, wherwith he was assaulted, saying, what meane you to weepe and breake my heart,
and Set himself with might and main to resist this temptation of the right hand, wherewith he was assaulted, saying, what mean you to weep and break my heart,
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since therefore this is the property of faithfulnesse to make us ready for any service that Christ shall expose us unto, feare not the weaknesse of the flesh to grasple with a suffering condition,
since Therefore this is the property of faithfulness to make us ready for any service that christ shall expose us unto, Fear not the weakness of the Flesh to grasple with a suffering condition,
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An unsound legge will ake in a storme, and an evill conscience wil ake in shaking times, in the 33. Esa. v. 14. The sinners of Sion are afraid, Fearefulnesse hath surprized the hypocrits, who among us shall dwel with the devouring fire? who among us shal dwell with everlasting burnings? Why, whats the matter? The things threatned in that chapter, were temporall judgements, the lesser furniture of mount Ebal, and yet behold they cry out of eternall judgements, as 〈 ◊ 〉 the full weight of mount Ebal was ready to fall upon them? what should be the reason of it,
an unsound leg will ache in a storm, and an evil conscience will ache in shaking times, in the 33. Isaiah v. 14. The Sinners of Sion Are afraid, Fearfulness hath surprised the Hypocrites, who among us shall dwell with the devouring fire? who among us shall dwell with everlasting burnings? Why, whats the matter? The things threatened in that chapter, were temporal Judgments, the lesser furniture of mount Ebal, and yet behold they cry out of Eternal Judgments, as 〈 ◊ 〉 the full weight of mount Ebal was ready to fallen upon them? what should be the reason of it,
and this will minister cause enough for such an Out-cry. Who among us. &c. But the righteous may be as bold as a Lyon, Prov. 28. ver. 1. especially being assured by Gods word which cannot lye, Rom. 8. ver. 37. that in all these things he shall be more then a conquerour, through Christ that loved him.
and this will minister cause enough for such an Outcry. Who among us. etc. But the righteous may be as bold as a lion, Curae 28. ver. 1. especially being assured by God's word which cannot lie, Rom. 8. ver. 37. that in all these things he shall be more then a conqueror, through christ that loved him.
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yet they were not only conquerours, but more then conquerours, because they gave great odds, (to wit) their lives, estates, liberty, ease, &c. and yet conquered.
yet they were not only conquerors, but more then conquerors, Because they gave great odds, (to wit) their lives, estates, liberty, ease, etc. and yet conquered.
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and those that were cleare from hatching such a damnable plot, suspected themselves first, as appeares by that question they propounded to Christ, Master is it I &c. But Judas which was the Traytor indeed did lagg behind,
and those that were clear from hatching such a damnable plot, suspected themselves First, as appears by that question they propounded to christ, Master is it I etc. But Judas which was the Traitor indeed did lagg behind,
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but he desireth to be throughly searched and ransackd to the bottome Psal. 26. verse 1.2. This is the meere, and the doole stone that parts the sincere Christian and the Hypocrite, For unsound hearts as unsound leggs desire to be hid;
but he Desires to be thoroughly searched and ransackd to the bottom Psalm 26. verse 1.2. This is the mere, and the dole stone that parts the sincere Christian and the Hypocrite, For unsound hearts as unsound legs desire to be hid;
and though they may submit to some kinde of search and examination, yet it is with them as it was with Rachel, when her Father Laban came to search for his Idols in her tents, she had laid the Idols under her,
and though they may submit to Some kind of search and examination, yet it is with them as it was with Rachel, when her Father Laban Come to search for his Idols in her tents, she had laid the Idols under her,
So in Hypocrites there is ever something, which is either erroneous in their judgment, or vicious in their practise which they cannot indure should be ransacked, let a man search there,
So in Hypocrites there is ever something, which is either erroneous in their judgement, or vicious in their practice which they cannot endure should be ransacked, let a man search there,
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and they will tell you, that they are are as other men are, and so with the Harlot they wipe their mouth, and say they have committed no iniquity. But an upright Christian like a faithfull Steward rejoyceth,
and they will tell you, that they Are Are as other men Are, and so with the Harlot they wipe their Mouth, and say they have committed no iniquity. But an upright Christian like a faithful Steward Rejoiceth,
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And yet the tryall of faithfullnesse is very strict, a man that will be conscience proofe in this tryall must arme himselfe to give a strict account for small things,
And yet the trial of faithfulness is very strict, a man that will be conscience proof in this trial must arm himself to give a strict account for small things,
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but when we try them for their truth we try them in smal matters, if we finde them purloyning but a small peece of mony, we conclude presently, that they that are unfaithfull in so small a thing, would likewise prove unfaithfull in a greater;
but when we try them for their truth we try them in small matters, if we find them purloining but a small piece of money, we conclude presently, that they that Are unfaithful in so small a thing, would likewise prove unfaithful in a greater;
though never so small, crack their credit in point of faithfullnesse, according to that of Luke 16. v. 10. He that is faithfull in the least, he is all so faitfull in much,
though never so small, Crac their credit in point of faithfulness, according to that of Lycia 16. v. 10. He that is faithful in the least, he is all so faitfull in much,
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Now then to joyne issue with mens hearts and conscences, you must remember, what I told you in the description of this grace, that faithfullnesse is to keepe touch with God in performing our Covenant, therefore if the sinne be of that nature,
Now then to join issue with men's hearts and Consciences, you must Remember, what I told you in the description of this grace, that faithfulness is to keep touch with God in performing our Covenant, Therefore if the sin be of that nature,
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and after thou hast bin shut up a while in the Closet of repentance, and godly sorrow, thou wilt cleare thy selfe as a fountain doth, that casts out her mudd. 2. cor. chap. 7. ver. 11. For behold this selfe same thing, that yee sorrowed after a good sort, what carefulnesse it wrought in you;
and After thou hast been shut up a while in the Closet of Repentance, and godly sorrow, thou wilt clear thy self as a fountain does, that Cast out her mud. 2. cor. chap. 7. ver. 11. For behold this self same thing, that ye sorrowed After a good sort, what carefulness it wrought in you;
Others that David desires to be kept from, and those are presumptuous sinnes, and he gives this as a reason, that if they should prevaile, he should be guilty of that great offence, which is no other,
Others that David Desires to be kept from, and those Are presumptuous Sins, and he gives this as a reason, that if they should prevail, he should be guilty of that great offence, which is no other,
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A man is not counted a promise breaker, that is disabled by sicknesse or weaknesse to break his word, but he that is set a worke by some hidden principle of dishonestie to violate his promise,
A man is not counted a promise breaker, that is disabled by sickness or weakness to break his word, but he that is Set a work by Some hidden principle of dishonesty to violate his promise,
Now that you may know the difference betwixt these, I will make use of a Scripture allusion, which (as I suppose) will be of much use to facilitate this point for your understanding and judgement. In the 9th. of Ioshua, you read there the story of the Gibeonites. And we find that they were a parcell of those accursed nations, which by Gods speciall command were devoted to destruction.
Now that you may know the difference betwixt these, I will make use of a Scripture allusion, which (as I suppose) will be of much use to facilitate this point for your understanding and judgement. In the 9th. of Ioshua, you read there the story of the Gibeonites. And we find that they were a parcel of those accursed Nations, which by God's special command were devoted to destruction.
So that a Christian shall be troubled with them all his life long, but yet with the same successe that the Gibeonites had, the same thing befalling their sinnes, that befell the Gibeonites.
So that a Christian shall be troubled with them all his life long, but yet with the same success that the Gibeonites had, the same thing befalling their Sins, that befell the Gibeonites.
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This I confesse they doe as it were against the hare, and as the Apostle saith of the Creatures, that they are subject to vanity, not of their own will,
This I confess they do as it were against the hare, and as the Apostle Says of the Creatures, that they Are Subject to vanity, not of their own will,
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For he found the way to draw pride out of Gods graces, and the Lord to requite him, will draw humiliation out of those sinnes, whereof he is the author.
For he found the Way to draw pride out of God's graces, and the Lord to requite him, will draw humiliation out of those Sins, whereof he is the author.
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Thus he suffered Ezekiah to fall, that he might know what was in his heart, and so bee humbled. 2. Chron. 32.31. To open this a little further, I lay this for a ground, that Iesus Christ might as easily have bestowed perfect sanctification upon us, the first moment of our conversion, as he doth then perfect justification.
Thus he suffered Hezekiah to fallen, that he might know what was in his heart, and so be humbled. 2. Chronicles 32.31. To open this a little further, I lay this for a ground, that Iesus christ might as Easily have bestowed perfect sanctification upon us, the First moment of our conversion, as he does then perfect justification.
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And whereas there are two things in sinne, the guilt and the filth, whereof the one is offensive to us, the other is offensive to God, it should seem that perfect sanctification which removes the latter, should rather have been wrought by Christ,
And whereas there Are two things in sin, the guilt and the filth, whereof the one is offensive to us, the other is offensive to God, it should seem that perfect sanctification which removes the latter, should rather have been wrought by christ,
Hence it is that all the prayers of the Saints, begin with confessions, and self accusations for sinne, which are as so many arraignments in the Court of Gods justice,
Hence it is that all the Prayers of the Saints, begin with confessions, and self accusations for sin, which Are as so many arraignments in the Court of God's Justice,
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So the messenger of Satan where with Paul was buffeted, being according to Interpreters, some lust or other stirring within him, was a meanes to pull down that exaltation, which might have been occasioned by those divine raptures and revelations which he injoyed.
So the Messenger of Satan where with Paul was buffeted, being according to Interpreters, Some lust or other stirring within him, was a means to pull down that exaltation, which might have been occasioned by those divine raptures and revelations which he enjoyed.
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So the more sinnes of infirmitie, the fewer sinnes, because if these infirmities were not, we should have sinne in its compleat posture, and in its full perfection.
So the more Sins of infirmity, the fewer Sins, Because if these infirmities were not, we should have sin in its complete posture, and in its full perfection.
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Againe sinnes of presumption are not meer defects of grace, but they are such sinnes as doe wholly exclude the contrary grace, pride if it be a sinne of infirmitie, wholly excludes humilitie, &c. 3. The Gibeonites gave occasion to the greatest victory that ever was obtained.
Again Sins of presumption Are not mere defects of grace, but they Are such Sins as do wholly exclude the contrary grace, pride if it be a sin of infirmity, wholly excludes humility, etc. 3. The Gibeonites gave occasion to the greatest victory that ever was obtained.
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Josh. 10. A victory wherein the starrs of heaven fought for them, and the Sun and Moon stood still till they had avenged themselves of their enemies, the like whereof was never done before, nor likely to be hereafter.
Josh. 10. A victory wherein the Stars of heaven fought for them, and the Sun and Moon stood still till they had avenged themselves of their enemies, the like whereof was never done before, nor likely to be hereafter.
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A victory exceeding great and glorious, wherein if the hoast of heaven did not fight for us, if the blessed Angels did not carrie us in their hands, that we might tread upon Dragons,
A victory exceeding great and glorious, wherein if the host of heaven did not fight for us, if the blessed Angels did not carry us in their hands, that we might tread upon Dragons,
and trample upon Scorpions, yea, if Christ the Sun of righteousnesse did not stand still, and abide constant to us in his promises of support and assistance.
and trample upon Scorpions, yea, if christ the Sun of righteousness did not stand still, and abide constant to us in his promises of support and assistance.
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How soone would Satan Cacus like draw us backward into his denn, and take the advantage of the biasse of our corruptions to rowle us into the bottomlesse pit.
How soon would Satan Cacus like draw us backward into his denn, and take the advantage of the Basis of our corruptions to roll us into the bottomless pit.
Chrysostome speaking of Enochs translation professeth, that he wonders at nothing so much as this, that Enoch with a body of flesh passing through the ayre, which is the Divells territory (and therfore he is called the Prince of the aire) yet he should passe unmolested, the Divell not throwing so much as a stone at the mud-wall of his body,
Chrysostom speaking of Enochs Translation Professes, that he wonders At nothing so much as this, that Enoch with a body of Flesh passing through the air, which is the Devils territory (and Therefore he is called the Prince of the air) yet he should pass unmolested, the devil not throwing so much as a stone At the mudwall of his body,
and confronted him as it were in the place of his own dominion, So it is a thing that may carrie us to the highest pitch of admiration, to see a Christian passe through the hoasts of the Divells temptations, with not only a body of dust, which he may feed upon as a Serpent.
and confronted him as it were in the place of his own dominion, So it is a thing that may carry us to the highest pitch of admiration, to see a Christian pass through the hosts of the Devils temptations, with not only a body of dust, which he may feed upon as a Serpent.
and yet to Come forth as Christ did out of Bozrah, having his garment stained with the blood of his enemies, Esay 63.17. &c. His small and scarce appearing grace being like unto Ionathans arrowes, which never returned emptie, from the blood of the slaine,
and yet to Come forth as christ did out of Bozrah, having his garment stained with the blood of his enemies, Isaiah 63.17. etc. His small and scarce appearing grace being like unto Ionathans arrows, which never returned empty, from the blood of the slain,
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But sinnes of presumption doe not make way for such victories, but on the contrary, presumptuous sinners lye down at Satans feet as his bond slaves, they are said to be overcome of sinne,
But Sins of presumption do not make Way for such victories, but on the contrary, presumptuous Sinners lie down At Satan feet as his bound slaves, they Are said to be overcome of sin,
You therefore that pretend your sinnes are sinnes of infirmitie, see whether you can shew the trophees and monuments of such spirituall victories as these are, else you have some cause to suspect your selves.
You Therefore that pretend your Sins Are Sins of infirmity, see whither you can show the trophies and monuments of such spiritual victories as these Are, Else you have Some cause to suspect your selves.
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as drunkennesse, adulterie, &c. this doth not argue victory, for these sinnes must not be subdued in a way of victory, but they must be escaped in a way of flight. And therefore you have that expression of Peter concerning some Apostates, that had escaped the pollutions of the world,
as Drunkenness, adultery, etc. this does not argue victory, for these Sins must not be subdued in a Way of victory, but they must be escaped in a Way of flight. And Therefore you have that expression of Peter Concerning Some Apostates, that had escaped the pollutions of the world,
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Neither can we be said to have escaped them, by refraining from those sinnes, unlesse also we avoid those occasions and appearances of evill, that bring us neere them,
Neither can we be said to have escaped them, by refraining from those Sins, unless also we avoid those occasions and appearances of evil, that bring us near them,
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For the Apostates spoken of in that place of Peter had gone thus farre, and yet afterwards made it appeare by their Apostacie, that they never knew what it is to conquer sin.
For the Apostates spoken of in that place of Peter had gone thus Far, and yet afterwards made it appear by their Apostasy, that they never knew what it is to conquer since.
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But the subduing of our spirituall corruptions, as our unbeliefe, our spirituall pride, vaine glory, love of the world, &c. These are the victories, wherby we must try our selves,
But the subduing of our spiritual corruptions, as our unbelief, our spiritual pride, vain glory, love of the world, etc. These Are the victories, whereby we must try our selves,
and unlesse we find that our sins have made a spiritual conquest of them it is to be feared our sins are not sins of infirmitie but sins of presumption.
and unless we find that our Sins have made a spiritual conquest of them it is to be feared our Sins Are not Sins of infirmity but Sins of presumption.
Those that in the 7. of the Romans complain so much of the body of death, which they carrie about them in the person of the Apostle Paul, are such as walke not according to to the flesh, but according to the spirit. Rom. 8.1.
Those that in the 7. of the Romans complain so much of the body of death, which they carry about them in the person of the Apostle Paul, Are such as walk not according to to the Flesh, but according to the Spirit. Rom. 8.1.
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Indeed he that is sick of a burning feaver, and such like diseases, that have the upperhand of nature, these doe make us carelesse of those things that belong to our health,
Indeed he that is sick of a burning fever, and such like diseases, that have the upperhand of nature, these do make us careless of those things that belong to our health,
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So Iob is chiefly commended for his patience, yet all his infirmities we can read of were nothing else but acts of impatience, what doth this intimate unto us,
So Job is chiefly commended for his patience, yet all his infirmities we can read of were nothing Else but acts of impatience, what does this intimate unto us,
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And the like I may say of thy inclination to uncleannesse, &c. Fiftly and lastly, The Gibeonites were enemies to the Israelites, and yet carried the matter so, that they made them believe that they came from farre.
And the like I may say of thy inclination to uncleanness, etc. Fifty and lastly, The Gibeonites were enemies to the Israelites, and yet carried the matter so, that they made them believe that they Come from Far.
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and that in the same subject, yet Sathan puts such lies upon these sins of infirmity many times, that they make us believe, that there is a mighty distance betwixt us and grace,
and that in the same Subject, yet Sathan puts such lies upon these Sins of infirmity many times, that they make us believe, that there is a mighty distance betwixt us and grace,
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Thus David in the 77. Psal. falling into a misprision of his estate, and crying out as one that was cast out of Gods favour, in the 20. ver. chargeth his infirmity with all.
Thus David in the 77. Psalm falling into a Misprision of his estate, and crying out as one that was cast out of God's favour, in the 20. ver. charges his infirmity with all.
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and steals away our love, neither can I see how a constant and never interrupted assurance, may comply with such a measure of sanctification, as is yet imperfect, whatever some may pretend to the contrary.
and steals away our love, neither can I see how a constant and never interrupted assurance, may comply with such a measure of sanctification, as is yet imperfect, whatever Some may pretend to the contrary.
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Now sinnes of presumption are quite contrary to this, for though they are at a great distance from grace, insomuch that he that is under the Dominion of those sinnes, cannot justly claim the priviledge of a child of God,
Now Sins of presumption Are quite contrary to this, for though they Are At a great distance from grace, insomuch that he that is under the Dominion of those Sins, cannot justly claim the privilege of a child of God,
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yet Sathan put such lyes upon these sins, that they make us believe, that true grace & they may very wel stand together, according to that of Salomon, Prov. 30. ver. 12, There is a generation that is pure in their owne eyes,
yet Sathan put such lies upon these Sins, that they make us believe, that true grace & they may very well stand together, according to that of Solomon, Curae 30. ver. 12, There is a generation that is pure in their own eyes,
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when as notwithstanding he is bound to make his residence in mount Ebal the mountain of curses, speaking peace to himself, when yet he walks in the stubbornesse of his heart, and the expression which the Holy Ghost addes is worth the observing, it is said of him that he addes drunkenesse to thirst.
when as notwithstanding he is bound to make his residence in mount Ebal the mountain of curses, speaking peace to himself, when yet he walks in the Stubbornness of his heart, and the expression which the Holy Ghost adds is worth the observing, it is said of him that he adds Drunkenness to thirst.
That is he doth as a drunkard, that is in love with drunkenesse and loath to pick a quarrell with it, finding it to be loathsome and overcharging nature, he doth therfore feed upon salt meates, that may provok thirst, that so his excesse in drinking may be the more pleasing to his Pallat,
That is he does as a drunkard, that is in love with Drunkenness and loath to pick a quarrel with it, finding it to be loathsome and overcharging nature, he does Therefore feed upon salt Meats, that may provoke thirst, that so his excess in drinking may be the more pleasing to his Palate,
So a presumptuous sinner perswades himself of an interest in Christs death, not as one that flees thither for refuge, from the fury of the avenger of blood,
So a presumptuous sinner persuades himself of an Interest in Christ death, not as one that flees thither for refuge, from the fury of the avenger of blood,
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and therefore might through the sting of a self-accusing spirit be imbittered unto him, therefore he is desirous to perswade himselfe, that because Christ died for sinners, his sinnes will breake no square,
and Therefore might through the sting of a self-accusing Spirit be imbittered unto him, Therefore he is desirous to persuade himself, that Because christ died for Sinners, his Sins will break no square,
Thus you see the differences betwixt sinnes of infirmity & sinnes of presumption, in which as I have eschewed the one extreme, which is to strenghten the hands of the wicked,
Thus you see the differences betwixt Sins of infirmity & Sins of presumption, in which as I have Eschewed the one extreme, which is to strenghten the hands of the wicked,
Therefore come on you bruised reeds and smoaking flax, which are so oppressed with the sense of sinne, that you despise the consolations of the almighty, come and view your selfe in this glasse,
Therefore come on you Bruised reeds and smoking flax, which Are so oppressed with the sense of sin, that you despise the consolations of the almighty, come and view your self in this glass,
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If they doe joyn with grace in the destruction of other sinnes (for it is not unusuall for grace to call out a sinne of infirmity to perfect mortification.) If they give occasion to those spirituall victoryes, which discover so much of the glorious power of God in the soule,
If they do join with grace in the destruction of other Sins (for it is not unusual for grace to call out a sin of infirmity to perfect mortification.) If they give occasion to those spiritual victories, which discover so much of the glorious power of God in the soul,
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It will not be amisse to consider, what to judge of those enormious sinnes of the Saints which are upon record, Lots incest Davids adultery and murther and the like, did they not break the Covenant in committing of them. To this I answer.
It will not be amiss to Consider, what to judge of those enormous Sins of the Saints which Are upon record, Lots Incest Davids adultery and murder and the like, did they not break the Covenant in committing of them. To this I answer.
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now for asmuch as the God-head is a quickning spirit, nay life it self, and the author and giver of life, it must needs follow that there was stil a root of life left in him,
now for as as the Godhead is a quickening Spirit, nay life it self, and the author and giver of life, it must needs follow that there was still a root of life left in him,
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So by those sinnes which the Saints committed, the mysticall union, which was betwixt Christ and their soules was not dissolved, whereby he as their head, and they as his members.
So by those Sins which the Saints committed, the mystical Union, which was betwixt christ and their Souls was not dissolved, whereby he as their head, and they as his members.
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& I am perswaded that if the Patrons of the Apostacy of the Saints had felt the vertue & efficacy of this union, they would never have broached such an errour.
& I am persuaded that if the Patrons of the Apostasy of the Saints had felt the virtue & efficacy of this Union, they would never have broached such an error.
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Now forasmuch as this Christ which is in them, and so neerely joyned to them is a quickning spirit, it is impossible that they should so fall but that still there is a Root of life left in them.
Now forasmuch as this christ which is in them, and so nearly joined to them is a quickening Spirit, it is impossible that they should so fallen but that still there is a Root of life left in them.
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yet looke into Ecclesiastes 2. ver. 3. which is his recantation Sermon, and there you shall finde him professe, that though he gave himselfe to wine, yet he acquainted his heart with wisdom:
yet look into Ecclesiastes 2. ver. 3. which is his recantation Sermon, and there you shall find him profess, that though he gave himself to wine, yet he acquainted his heart with Wisdom:
Indeed that Seate was empty, it was not adorned with his presence as before it was (the more was the pitty) but yet it was reserved for God, free from the incroachments of earthly vanityes.
Indeed that Seat was empty, it was not adorned with his presence as before it was (the more was the pity) but yet it was reserved for God, free from the Encroachments of earthly vanities.
A man would have thought that the grace of self-denyal had been wholly destroyed in the sons of Zebedee, by that fit of ambition mentioned Mat. 20. vers 23. but yet we finde, it retained its full proportion,
A man would have Thought that the grace of self-denial had been wholly destroyed in the Sons of Zebedee, by that fit of ambition mentioned Mathew 20. vers 23. but yet we find, it retained its full proportion,
They were not so ambitious to weare a Crown: but they were as wiling to kisse the stake, not not so desirous to raign, as they were wiling to burn, which shews that though their grace was wounded yet not mangled by their sinne.
They were not so ambitious to wear a Crown: but they were as wiling to kiss the stake, not not so desirous to Reign, as they were wiling to burn, which shows that though their grace was wounded yet not mangled by their sin.
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and therefore Christians are said to be under the dominon of grace, Rom. 6. so that no such thing can happen except grace it self should prove ungratious.
and Therefore Christians Are said to be under the dominion of grace, Rom. 6. so that no such thing can happen except grace it self should prove ungracious.
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If there were such a fire as could not be quenched, would it therefore never resist his contrary? So because grace is of that strength as it can never perish,
If there were such a fire as could not be quenched, would it Therefore never resist his contrary? So Because grace is of that strength as it can never perish,
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nor be wholly extinguished, shall it therefore cease to resist sinne? yeas sure it will resist it not only by counterfightings but by counterlustings, Gal 5.24. The flesh cannot so much as put forth a desire to sinne, but the spirit will put forth a counter desire to suppresse that.
nor be wholly extinguished, shall it Therefore cease to resist sin? yeas sure it will resist it not only by counterfightings but by counterlustings, Gall 5.24. The Flesh cannot so much as put forth a desire to sin, but the Spirit will put forth a counter desire to suppress that.
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It is true, sometime corruption seems to get the advantage in the run, but grace will have the advantage againe in the turne. And though a Christian may fall very low,
It is true, sometime corruption seems to get the advantage in the run, but grace will have the advantage again in the turn. And though a Christian may fallen very low,
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yet we may say of that grace, in whose custodie he is, as David saith of God himself Ps. 139.7, 8. Whether shall I flie from thy presence, &c. So may wee say,
yet we may say of that grace, in whose custody he is, as David Says of God himself Ps. 139.7, 8. Whither shall I fly from thy presence, etc. So may we say,
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And whereas the patrons of the Apostacie of the Saints charge this doctrin with this inconvenience, that it opens a door to spirituall idlenesse and security, this imputation may iustly be retorted upon them.
And whereas the Patrons of the Apostasy of the Saints charge this Doctrine with this inconvenience, that it Opens a door to spiritual idleness and security, this imputation may justly be retorted upon them.
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and to be at a great charge to purchase that, which he is not sure to hold? In all conveyances there is a tenendum, as well as an habendum, it is conveyed to us, not only to have but to hold, else we would hardly lay out any money about such purchase.
and to be At a great charge to purchase that, which he is not sure to hold? In all conveyances there is a tenendum, as well as an habendum, it is conveyed to us, not only to have but to hold, Else we would hardly lay out any money about such purchase.
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So take away perpetuity and perseverance from grace, and what heart can we have to take any paines about it? This is one inconvenience that will follow from this error.
So take away perpetuity and perseverance from grace, and what heart can we have to take any pains about it? This is one inconvenience that will follow from this error.
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Besides this opinion is most uncomfortable, for it keeps the people in perpetuall suspence: It makes the graces of Christians to be like Marchants goods that hang upon rops,
Beside this opinion is most uncomfortable, for it keeps the people in perpetual suspense: It makes the graces of Christians to be like Merchants goods that hang upon rops,
And whereas Christ hath made an exceeding rich will, yet it seems by this opinion, that he hath made it so loose, that no man can certainly prove the will,
And whereas christ hath made an exceeding rich will, yet it seems by this opinion, that he hath made it so lose, that no man can Certainly prove the will,
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At least by this doctrine we cannot be soundly comforted till we have persevered, which cannot be till after death, at which time men shall be either above or beneath comfort. Thus much for this use.
At least by this Doctrine we cannot be soundly comforted till we have persevered, which cannot be till After death, At which time men shall be either above or beneath Comfort. Thus much for this use.
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Other uses were omitted for want of time, but shall be added if this finde acceptance, wherein I shall endeavour to discover the nature of Apostacy, which sinne seemes now to be calculated for the Meridian of England. Imprimatur, Edmond Calamy. FINIS.
Other uses were omitted for want of time, but shall be added if this find acceptance, wherein I shall endeavour to discover the nature of Apostasy, which sin seems now to be calculated for the Meridian of England. Imprimatur, Edmund Calamy. FINIS.
