Christ the riches of the Gospel, and the hope of Christians. A sermon preached at the funerall of Mr William Spurstow the only childe of Dr Spurstow at Hackney near London, Mar. 10. By Simeon Ashe preacher of the Gospel, and lecturer there.
THe Subject matter of this Text is Jesus Christ, and therefore seasonably suitable to the expectation of this Assembly, which is to hear a Funeral Sermon;
THe Subject matter of this Text is jesus christ, and Therefore seasonably suitable to the expectation of this Assembly, which is to hear a Funeral Sermon;
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For whereas wine is to be given unto those that be of heavy hearts, what Cordiall is comparable with Jesus Christ who is called and deserveth to be accounted, The Consolation of Israel?
For whereas wine is to be given unto those that be of heavy hearts, what Cordial is comparable with jesus christ who is called and deserveth to be accounted, The Consolation of Israel?
Although the vulgar applieth the Relative ( which ) unto mystery, and I acknowledge Christ to be a mystery as the holy Ghost doth often suggest in the holy Scriptures;
Although the Vulgar Applieth the Relative (which) unto mystery, and I acknowledge christ to be a mystery as the holy Ghost does often suggest in the holy Scriptures;
And indeed his conception and his hypostaticall Union, &c. give us just occasion to call him wonderfull, Isa. 9. 6. yet in this place I humbly conceive that he is held forth to our view,
And indeed his conception and his hypostatical union, etc. give us just occasion to call him wonderful, Isaiah 9. 6. yet in this place I humbly conceive that he is held forth to our view,
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I have heard of Ships laden with rich commodities, from which their owners expect great advantage, called The Hope, or The good Hope: Under this Name may beleevers, reall Saints,
I have herd of Ships laden with rich commodities, from which their owners expect great advantage, called The Hope, or The good Hope: Under this Name may believers, real Saints,
3. As inhabiting, dwelling in beleeving Christians, for this end, that by his abiding and operating in them he might be unto them the hope of glory; Christ in you the hope of glory:
3. As inhabiting, Dwelling in believing Christians, for this end, that by his abiding and operating in them he might be unto them the hope of glory; christ in you the hope of glory:
Some Translators render the words, Christ among you; but I rather cleave unto our English Translators, both old and new, which do answer our Greek Copies,
some Translators render the words, christ among you; but I rather cleave unto our English Translators, both old and new, which do answer our Greek Copies,
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Having thus briefly given in the division of the Text, with the Interpretation of the words both together, I proceed to the handling of the Points of Doctrine hence considerable for our Instruction.
Having thus briefly given in the division of the Text, with the Interpretation of the words both together, I proceed to the handling of the Points of Doctrine hence considerable for our Instruction.
though vailed and shadowed under Types and Ceremonies) yet telleth us, That Evangelicall ministrations do exceed in glory, and that the former had no glory in respect of this latter, which excelleth, and is much more glorious. Now the riches of all this glory are in Christ;
though veiled and shadowed under Types and Ceremonies) yet Telleth us, That Evangelical ministrations do exceed in glory, and that the former had no glory in respect of this latter, which excels, and is much more glorious. Now the riches of all this glory Are in christ;
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1. In him are all the treasures of wisedom; Here is wisedom in a mystery. 2. And Christ is (as the wisedom so) the Power of God; Divine Omnipotency is no way so fully discovered as in Christ. 3. In him is divine love which passeth knowledge, which is beyond all dimensions. 4. And as for mercy,
1. In him Are all the treasures of Wisdom; Here is Wisdom in a mystery. 2. And christ is (as the Wisdom so) the Power of God; Divine Omnipotency is no Way so Fully discovered as in christ. 3. In him is divine love which passes knowledge, which is beyond all dimensions. 4. And as for mercy,
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Here might be added the unspotted holinesse and untainted justice of God, more glorified in the unexpressible humiliation of Jesus Christ then in any other way whatsoever.
Here might be added the unspotted holiness and untainted Justice of God, more glorified in the unexpressible humiliation of jesus christ then in any other Way whatsoever.
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And who knoweth not how the honour of Gods Truth is triumphantly glorious in Christ, because all things foretold of him both substantiall and circumstantiall were exactly fullfilled in him:
And who Knoweth not how the honour of God's Truth is triumphantly glorious in christ, Because all things foretold of him both substantial and circumstantial were exactly Fulfilled in him:
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Many rich and glorious are the true Christians advantages from Jesus Christ: I shall briefly point at four which St Paul hath recorded together in Eph. 1.
Many rich and glorious Are the true Christians advantages from jesus christ: I shall briefly point At four which Saint Paul hath recorded together in Ephesians 1.
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That whatsoever spirituall blessings (which are incomparably the best) any Saints receive from the Lord, either here upon earth or hereafter in heaven, all are derived through Christ. The particulars follow.
That whatsoever spiritual blessings (which Are incomparably the best) any Saints receive from the Lord, either Here upon earth or hereafter in heaven, all Are derived through christ. The particulars follow.
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3. Fatherly acceptance with God, pardoning all sins, is upon the account of Jesus Christ. He hath made us accepted in the beloved, in whom we have redemption through his bloud, the forgivenesse of sins, according to the riches of his grace.
3. Fatherly acceptance with God, pardoning all Sins, is upon the account of jesus christ. He hath made us accepted in the Beloved, in whom we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of Sins, according to the riches of his grace.
Our Apostle having in the Text told the Colossians that Christ is the riches of the glorious Gospel, he addeth immediately in the verse following, whom we preach; yea, this is considerable, that when Paul was a prisoner for such preaching, he maketh this the greatest boon to be begg'd of God in his behalf, that he might have liberty with ability to declare such things unto them in his Ministry.
Our Apostle having in the Text told the colossians that christ is the riches of the glorious Gospel, he adds immediately in the verse following, whom we preach; yea, this is considerable, that when Paul was a prisoner for such preaching, he makes this the greatest boon to be begged of God in his behalf, that he might have liberty with ability to declare such things unto them in his Ministry.
The like request he maketh unto the Ephesians; Pray alwaies in the Spirit, &c. And for me that utterance may be given unto me, that I may open my mouth boldly to make known the mystery of the Gospel,
The like request he makes unto the Ephesians; Pray always in the Spirit, etc. And for me that utterance may be given unto me, that I may open my Mouth boldly to make known the mystery of the Gospel,
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and to make all men see what is the fellowship of the mystery, &c. And this practice may prevalently be perswaded by the consideration of 1. The Ministers Office. 2. The Peoples need.
and to make all men see what is the fellowship of the mystery, etc. And this practice may prevalently be persuaded by the consideration of 1. The Ministers Office. 2. The Peoples need.
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As Abrahams servant brought forth Jewels of silver and Jewels of gold to win the heart of Rebecca to Isaac, so should we spread before our people the unvaluable riches of Christ, that we might work out their hearts unto him.
As Abrahams servant brought forth Jewels of silver and Jewels of gold to win the heart of Rebecca to Isaac, so should we spread before our people the unvaluable riches of christ, that we might work out their hearts unto him.
Secondly, As our Office, so the Peoples necessities do call for our help herein, for there are hidden things herein (as the word mystery intimateth, 1 Cor. 2. 7.) which very few understand, in comparison of the multitudes who are palpably ignorant hereof;
Secondly, As our Office, so the Peoples necessities do call for our help herein, for there Are hidden things herein (as the word mystery intimateth, 1 Cor. 2. 7.) which very few understand, in comparison of the Multitudes who Are palpably ignorant hereof;
This our Saviour suggests, who having by the Parable of the Sower, taught, that not above one part of four receive saving profit by the Gospel preached among them, he said unto his Disciples;
This our Saviour suggests, who having by the Parable of the Sour, taught, that not above one part of four receive Saving profit by the Gospel preached among them, he said unto his Disciples;
It will encrease the hatred of sinne, the contempt of the world, faith in the promises, love to God, Christian courage, zeal, patience, together with humble boldnesse in addresses unto God, upon all occasions:
It will increase the hatred of sin, the contempt of the world, faith in the promises, love to God, Christian courage, zeal, patience, together with humble boldness in Addresses unto God, upon all occasions:
It is the one thing necessary. By means hereof (as the Apostle hints in the verse following the Text) Ministers may hope to present their people perfect in Jesus Christ;
It is the one thing necessary. By means hereof (as the Apostle hints in the verse following the Text) Ministers may hope to present their people perfect in jesus christ;
But these things I do only name without enlargement, yet before I dismisse this Use, I desire leave to entreat my Brethren in the Ministry to minde the counsell and practice of this our Apostle, viz. to study familiar plainnesse in unfolding these rich mysteries of glorious Gospel grace which are treasured up in Jesus Christ.
But these things I do only name without enlargement, yet before I dismiss this Use, I desire leave to entreat my Brothers in the Ministry to mind the counsel and practice of this our Apostle, viz. to study familiar plainness in unfolding these rich Mysteres of glorious Gospel grace which Are treasured up in jesus christ.
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Let the word of Christ dwell richly in you in all wisedom; How unweariedly labourious are men in digging into the bowels of the earth to finde and to fetch out the riches there;
Let the word of christ dwell richly in you in all Wisdom; How unweariedly laborious Are men in digging into the bowels of the earth to find and to fetch out the riches there;
The Gospel is the treasure in the Field (of which the Parable speaketh) and Christ is that one Pearl of great price, which is of more worth then any mans All. Therefore the Scriptures should be searched (as men search for treasures) to make further and fuller discoveries of Christ,
The Gospel is the treasure in the Field (of which the Parable speaks) and christ is that one Pearl of great price, which is of more worth then any men All. Therefore the Scriptures should be searched (as men search for treasures) to make further and fuller discoveries of christ,
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Saint Paul who by experience knew the worth of humane learning, even amongst the rich-gifted Corinthians, determined not to know any thing but Jesus Christ, and him crucified;
Saint Paul who by experience knew the worth of humane learning, even among the rich-gifted Corinthians, determined not to know any thing but jesus christ, and him Crucified;
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And himself elsewhere giveth a rationall, a satisfying account of this his resolution, viz. because of the superlative both excellency and utility of this knowledge.
And himself elsewhere gives a rational, a satisfying account of this his resolution, viz. Because of the superlative both excellency and utility of this knowledge.
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or how great gain may be got by the knowledge of him? 1. This is the way to procure justification by him, By his knowledge shall my righteous Servant justifie many.
or how great gain may be god by the knowledge of him? 1. This is the Way to procure justification by him, By his knowledge shall my righteous Servant justify many.
The Text tells you, that in him is the hope of glory; This is life eternall that they may know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom thou hast sent.
The Text tells you, that in him is the hope of glory; This is life Eternal that they may know thee the only true God, and jesus christ whom thou hast sent.
If all this be not sufficient to quicken diligence in seeking out after the knowledge of Christ, let me adde a double consideration from the practice of the holy Angels (though they be not so much concerned in and advantaged by Christ as our selves) 1. They did desire to pry and peep into those Typical and Prophetical discoveries of him which were obscure before his Incarnation. 2. And now they are content to come (as it were to our Schools where we are taught) unto our Congregations for clearer instruction in this mystery according to Gods minde;
If all this be not sufficient to quicken diligence in seeking out After the knowledge of christ, let me add a double consideration from the practice of the holy Angels (though they be not so much concerned in and advantaged by christ as our selves) 1. They did desire to pry and peep into those Typical and Prophetical discoveries of him which were Obscure before his Incarnation. 2. And now they Are content to come (as it were to our Schools where we Are taught) unto our Congregations for clearer instruction in this mystery according to God's mind;
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These things speak cogent arguments to them who are Christianly ingenuous, to move more and more industrious endeavours, to dive further and further into these rich divine mysteries, whereof Gods Worthies have given many high commendations, calling it an holy, glorious, fruitfull, quickning, happy-making mystery;
These things speak cogent Arguments to them who Are Christianly ingenuous, to move more and more Industria endeavours, to dive further and further into these rich divine Mysteres, whereof God's Worthies have given many high commendations, calling it an holy, glorious, fruitful, quickening, happy-making mystery;
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What commendation can be higher then that of our Apostle, 1 Tim. 3. 16. Without controversie great is the mystery of godlinesse, God manifest in the flesh, justified in the Spirit, seen of Angels, preached unto the Gentiles, beleeved on in the world, received up into glory;
What commendation can be higher then that of our Apostle, 1 Tim. 3. 16. Without controversy great is the mystery of godliness, God manifest in the Flesh, justified in the Spirit, seen of Angels, preached unto the Gentiles, believed on in the world, received up into glory;
And doubtlesse every Christian who mindeth the power of godlinesse, either in reference unto Gods honour or self-welfare, will by these Meditations be prevailed with to seek acquaintance with this rich mystery.
And doubtless every Christian who minds the power of godliness, either in Referente unto God's honour or self-welfare, will by these Meditations be prevailed with to seek acquaintance with this rich mystery.
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The like expression hath the same Apostle in his Epistle to the Romans; Being justified by faith we have peace with God, through our Lord Jesus Christ, and we rejoyce in hope of the glory of God.
The like expression hath the same Apostle in his Epistle to the Romans; Being justified by faith we have peace with God, through our Lord jesus christ, and we rejoice in hope of the glory of God.
Hence we are informed that the gain of godlinesse, and the profitablenesse of a religious life is not to be judged of alone by the outward visible fruit reaped here;
Hence we Are informed that the gain of godliness, and the profitableness of a religious life is not to be judged of alone by the outward visible fruit reaped Here;
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And therefore in the estimation of those who judge according to the sight of the eye, If in this life only we have hope in Christ, we are of all men most miserable.
And Therefore in the estimation of those who judge according to the sighed of the eye, If in this life only we have hope in christ, we Are of all men most miserable.
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Though in very truth Christians who live by faith, and walk holily with the Lord, have cordials in secret which the world knoweth not of, viz. peace which passeth all understanding,
Though in very truth Christians who live by faith, and walk holily with the Lord, have cordials in secret which the world Knoweth not of, viz. peace which passes all understanding,
and joys most unspeakable and full of glory (which do wonderfully exceed and admirably sweeten all their sufferings) yet the best is behinde, these are only the tastes of that full glory reserved for them in heaven.
and Joys most unspeakable and full of glory (which do wonderfully exceed and admirably sweeten all their sufferings) yet the best is behind, these Are only the tastes of that full glory reserved for them in heaven.
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and then referreth them to the last day, when God shall make up his jewels, adding these words, Then shall ye return and discern between the righteous and the wicked, between him that serveth God and him that serveth him not.
and then Refers them to the last day, when God shall make up his Jewels, adding these words, Then shall you return and discern between the righteous and the wicked, between him that serves God and him that serves him not.
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As Ministers must beware of flattering people with vain hopes, so the Apostle Paul perswadeth every one of us to shew diligence for the attaining the full assurance of hope, yea, the same diligence which we use in reference to any act of obedience:
As Ministers must beware of flattering people with vain hope's, so the Apostle Paul Persuadeth every one of us to show diligence for the attaining the full assurance of hope, yea, the same diligence which we use in Referente to any act of Obedience:
1. The worth of the thing hoped for, viz. glory, which is in value transcendently better then all things under the Sunne; Herein consists everlasting heavenly happiness.
1. The worth of the thing hoped for, viz. glory, which is in valve transcendently better then all things under the Sun; Herein consists everlasting heavenly happiness.
The value of any commodity causeth cautiousnesse to prevent cheating: Wisedom therefore will make wary, that hopes hereof may not be built upon sandy bottoms.
The valve of any commodity Causes cautiousness to prevent cheating: Wisdom Therefore will make wary, that hope's hereof may not be built upon sandy bottoms.
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Our Saviour brings in many pleading with confidence at the last day for life, who shall be rejected with miserable disappointment, Many shall say to me at that day Lord, Lord, &c. and I will professe unto them, I never knew you (q. d.
Our Saviour brings in many pleading with confidence At the last day for life, who shall be rejected with miserable disappointment, Many shall say to me At that day Lord, Lord, etc. and I will profess unto them, I never knew you (q. worser.
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As good Job had his hopes questioned by his Friends, Is this thy confidence and thy hope? So the Church in an afflicted condition doth this dolefully bewail her self;
As good Job had his hope's questioned by his Friends, Is this thy confidence and thy hope? So the Church in an afflicted condition does this dolefully bewail her self;
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Now if upon these meditations helps for hopes-discovery shall be enquired after, I shall briefly hint 1. whose hopes will fail. 2. Whose hopes will hold in the time of triall;
Now if upon these meditations helps for hopes-discovery shall be inquired After, I shall briefly hint 1. whose hope's will fail. 2. Whose hope's will hold in the time of trial;
The wicked and him who loveth iniquity doth Gods soul hate, saith the Psalmist ▪ And mens love of sinne is manifested by their unwillingness to have it spoken against;
The wicked and him who loves iniquity does God's soul hate, Says the Psalmist ▪ And men's love of sin is manifested by their unwillingness to have it spoken against;
When they either fast, or feast religiously, it is to themselves; Hereby a plain-dealing self-reflecting Christian may give a good guesse at his own estate, viz. whether upright or an hypocrite,
When they either fast, or feast religiously, it is to themselves; Hereby a plain-dealing self-reflecting Christian may give a good guess At his own estate, viz. whither upright or an hypocrite,
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As for the latter viz whose hopes will hold, attend the expressions of the Apostle Peter, Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, which according to his abundant mercy hath begotten us again unto a lively hope, by the resurrection of Christ from the dead, to an inheritance incorruptible,
As for the latter videlicet whose hope's will hold, attend the expressions of the Apostle Peter, Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord jesus christ, which according to his abundant mercy hath begotten us again unto a lively hope, by the resurrection of christ from the dead, to an inheritance incorruptible,
Hence two things are notable for our purpose to discover good hope. 1. The Regeneration of the person hoping. 2. The activity of the hope it self. 1. The persons are begotten again, 2. Their hope is lively.
Hence two things Are notable for our purpose to discover good hope. 1. The Regeneration of the person hoping. 2. The activity of the hope it self. 1. The Persons Are begotten again, 2. Their hope is lively.
As of David, Lord I have hoped for thy salvation and done thy Commandments; And of Paul, After the way which they call Heresie, so worship I the God of my Fathers, beleeving all things which are written in the Law and the Prophets, and have hope towards God;
As of David, Lord I have hoped for thy salvation and done thy commandments; And of Paul, After the Way which they call Heresy, so worship I the God of my Father's, believing all things which Are written in the Law and the prophets, and have hope towards God;
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Therefore consciencious endeavours against all sinfull pollutions both of heart and life, together with care fully to answer the minde of the Lord in a religious conversation, notwithstanding hardships and reproaches in the world, will give good testimony unto the truth of our hopes of eternal glory;
Therefore conscientious endeavours against all sinful pollutions both of heart and life, together with care Fully to answer the mind of the Lord in a religious Conversation, notwithstanding hardships and Reproaches in the world, will give good testimony unto the truth of our hope's of Eternal glory;
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and swimming down the stream of declining times, may administer just occasion of doubting, that mans expectations of eternal glory will be disappointed.
and swimming down the stream of declining times, may administer just occasion of doubting, that men Expectations of Eternal glory will be disappointed.
And I would entreat you the rather to minde this my earnest exhortation, because of the rocks of dissolutenesse and destruction upon which you will be in danger to be driven,
And I would entreat you the rather to mind this my earnest exhortation, Because of the Rocks of dissoluteness and destruction upon which you will be in danger to be driven,
Or if the razing of hopes foundations doth not produce such wretched wicked resolutions, with what sinkings and dolefull despondency will the awakened Soul be overwhelmed? Our Proverb saith, Was it not for hope the heart would break;
Or if the razing of hope's foundations does not produce such wretched wicked resolutions, with what sinkings and doleful despondency will the awakened Soul be overwhelmed? Our Proverb Says, Was it not for hope the heart would break;
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For the further opening and evidencing of this Doctrine, viz. That Christ is the hope of glory, Consider, that a Christians hope is attributed: 1. Efficiently, to God the Father working it by the holy Ghost;
For the further opening and evidencing of this Doctrine, viz. That christ is the hope of glory, Consider, that a Christians hope is attributed: 1. Efficiently, to God the Father working it by the holy Ghost;
God gives good hope through grace, whether faith, Rom. 15. 13. or love, 1 Joh. 3. 14. or any other sanctifying frame of heart. 4. And yet in a way of peculiarity Christ is the Christians hope, which our Apostle intends in this Text, wherein there is some Emphasis;
God gives good hope through grace, whither faith, Rom. 15. 13. or love, 1 John 3. 14. or any other sanctifying frame of heart. 4. And yet in a Way of peculiarity christ is the Christians hope, which our Apostle intends in this Text, wherein there is Some Emphasis;
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And hither (as I humbly conceive) we may referre that passage in our Saviours Prayer unto his Father, relating to himself, Thou hast given him power over all flesh, that he should give eternall life to as many as thou hast given him.
And hither (as I humbly conceive) we may refer that passage in our Saviors Prayer unto his Father, relating to himself, Thou hast given him power over all Flesh, that he should give Eternal life to as many as thou hast given him.
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For unto whom besides Christ could the Almighty then, viz. before the world began, be engaged by any promise? Solomon doth suggest transactions betwixt God and Christ his essentiall wisedom,
For unto whom beside christ could the Almighty then, viz. before the world began, be engaged by any promise? Solomon does suggest transactions betwixt God and christ his essential Wisdom,
before the Creation, concerning the welfare of man, amongst which transactions, doubtlesse this was one, that through him beleevers should have hope of glory.
before the Creation, Concerning the welfare of man, among which transactions, doubtless this was one, that through him believers should have hope of glory.
And hereupon followeth hope of glory. 3. By vertue of his meritorious purchase; The Apostle calleth a glorified estate in heaven, The purchased possession, received by Redemption:
And hereupon follows hope of glory. 3. By virtue of his meritorious purchase; The Apostle calls a glorified estate in heaven, The purchased possession, received by Redemption:
whereas man had made forfeiture of his happinesse (which consisted in communion with God) and was altogether unable to ransome it, the Lord Jesus bought it back again by his perfect obedience, which was esteemed of valuable consideration for so great a purchase,
whereas man had made forfeiture of his happiness (which consisted in communion with God) and was altogether unable to ransom it, the Lord jesus bought it back again by his perfect Obedience, which was esteemed of valuable consideration for so great a purchase,
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And this was one great Request which he made, Father, I will that they also whom thou hast given me, be with me where I am, that they may behold my glory, which thou hast given me,
And this was one great Request which he made, Father, I will that they also whom thou hast given me, be with me where I am, that they may behold my glory, which thou hast given me,
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and gave him glory, that your faith and hope might be in God. From all these considerations jointly considered this conclusion is confirmed by Scripture-strength and evidence;
and gave him glory, that your faith and hope might be in God. From all these considerations jointly considered this conclusion is confirmed by Scripture-strength and evidence;
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That Christ is unto beleeving Christians the hope of glory. The application followeth. Therefore without Christ there cannot be any well-grounded expectation of future glory:
That christ is unto believing Christians the hope of glory. The application follows. Therefore without christ there cannot be any well-grounded expectation of future glory:
Suggesting to the Ephesians their sad condition in an unchristian estate, he connecteth these two particulars, viz. ye were without Christ, having no hope.
Suggesting to the Ephesians their sad condition in an unchristian estate, he connecteth these two particulars, viz. you were without christ, having no hope.
Although prophane godlesse and Christlesse men may have their expectations of outward comforts accomplished, and possesse more then heart could wish, yet in regard of spirituals and eternals we may be confident, that they spend their daies without hope.
Although profane godless and Christless men may have their Expectations of outward comforts accomplished, and possess more then heart could wish, yet in regard of spirituals and eternals we may be confident, that they spend their days without hope.
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Take man in his best estate imaginable out of Christ, and upon the serious Survey of himself he shall have cause to say, What is my strength that I should hope? And as Paul said in reference to himself and them who sailed with him in a sad Sea-voyage, that when neither Sunne, nor Starres in many daies appeared,
Take man in his best estate imaginable out of christ, and upon the serious Survey of himself he shall have cause to say, What is my strength that I should hope? And as Paul said in Referente to himself and them who sailed with him in a sad Sea-voyage, that when neither Sun, nor Stars in many days appeared,
As the Papists who in their Ave-Maries call the Virgin the mother of Christs humanity Our Hope, who also trust unto their works as meritorious causes of Salvation:
As the Papists who in their Ave-maries call the Virgae the mother of Christ humanity Our Hope, who also trust unto their works as meritorious Causes of Salvation:
So others also who imagine happinesse attainable from the right improvement of Natures abilities, without the meritorious satisfaction of Jesus Christ:
So Others also who imagine happiness attainable from the right improvement of Nature's abilities, without the meritorious satisfaction of jesus christ:
Oh that this short, sharp expression from an Apostolical pen might warn the wanton wits of these unwary times to take heed of crying up Nature and morall abilities, with the neglect of Jesus Christ, who alone is the foundation hope of future glory.
O that this short, sharp expression from an Apostolical pen might warn the wanton wits of these unwary times to take heed of crying up Nature and moral abilities, with the neglect of jesus christ, who alone is the Foundation hope of future glory.
and partly because many in these daies, not only Papists, but other proud Opinionists, do derogate from Gospel-mercy by ascribing too much unto mans naturall strength, morally improved, whereby Gods design in making man happy by Christ, is directly crossed and disappointed.
and partly Because many in these days, not only Papists, but other proud Opinionists, do derogate from Gospel mercy by ascribing too much unto men natural strength, morally improved, whereby God's Design in making man happy by christ, is directly crossed and disappointed.
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and sanctification, and redemption, that no flesh should glory in his presence, that according as it is written, He that glorieth let him glory in the Lord:
and sanctification, and redemption, that no Flesh should glory in his presence, that according as it is written, He that Glorieth let him glory in the Lord:
Our All in tendency unto peace, comfort and glory, is therefore from Christ, according to divine project and purpose, that man when at the highest might be abased in himself, being necessitated to acknowledge that all his advantagious incomes, both in regard of glory begun on earth,
Our All in tendency unto peace, Comfort and glory, is Therefore from christ, according to divine project and purpose, that man when At the highest might be abased in himself, being necessitated to acknowledge that all his advantageous incomes, both in regard of glory begun on earth,
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And our Saviour himself in his conference with the woman of Samaria, calleth himself That gift of God, by way of superlative eminency being the richest and freest gift that ever God bestowed upon the children of men.
And our Saviour himself in his conference with the woman of Samaria, calls himself That gift of God, by Way of superlative eminency being the Richest and Freest gift that ever God bestowed upon the children of men.
To you (saith Saint Paul to the Philippians) it is given to beleeve; The Originall suggests, that it was given of grace, which our Translation doth elsewhere expresse:
To you (Says Faint Paul to the Philippians) it is given to believe; The Original suggests, that it was given of grace, which our translation does elsewhere express:
And this our Apostle in his Epistle to the Romans, affirming that our Justification is from mercy, not merit, addeth these words, Therefore it is of faith, that it might be of grace.
And this our Apostle in his Epistle to the Roman, affirming that our Justification is from mercy, not merit, adds these words, Therefore it is of faith, that it might be of grace.
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Answerable hereunto is the advice of Saint Jude, Keep your selves in the love of God, looking for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ unto eternall life.
Answerable hereunto is the Advice of Saint U^de, Keep your selves in the love of God, looking for the mercy of our Lord jesus christ unto Eternal life.
All these particulars being put together will undenably evidence the strength of this my Inference, viz. That Because the Christians hope of glory is rooted in Christ,
All these particulars being put together will undenably evidence the strength of this my Inference, viz. That Because the Christians hope of glory is rooted in christ,
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Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who according to his abundant mercy hath begotten us again unto a lively hope, by the Resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, to an Inheritance incorruptible,
Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord jesus christ, who according to his abundant mercy hath begotten us again unto a lively hope, by the Resurrection of jesus christ from the dead, to an Inheritance incorruptible,
Hence I might note to quicken gratitude, 1. The admirable worth of the inheritance in glory which hope expecteth, viz ▪ an Inheritance incorruptible, undefiled, that fadeth not away.
Hence I might note to quicken gratitude, 1. The admirable worth of the inheritance in glory which hope Expects, videlicet ▪ an Inheritance incorruptible, undefiled, that fades not away.
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3. And the motive moving the Lord in this way to give us ground of hope, viz. His abundant mercy. In all which regards it may well become us to joyn with our souls in Zacharies Song, Blessed be the Lord God of Israel,
3. And the motive moving the Lord in this Way to give us ground of hope, viz. His abundant mercy. In all which regards it may well become us to join with our Souls in Zacharies Song, Blessed be the Lord God of Israel,
This was an high priviledge peculiar to the Jews, that to them were committed the Oracles of God; but how much greater is our preferment in these times, God having made known unto us the mystery of his will, according to his good pleasure which he purposed in himself!
This was an high privilege peculiar to the jews, that to them were committed the Oracles of God; but how much greater is our preferment in these times, God having made known unto us the mystery of his will, according to his good pleasure which he purposed in himself!
And the Apostle elsewhere discoursing of some differences betwixt Old-Testament and New-Testament dispensations, telleth us, that the Gospel bringeth in a better hope by which we draw nigh to God.
And the Apostle elsewhere discoursing of Some differences betwixt Old-Testament and New testament dispensations, Telleth us, that the Gospel brings in a better hope by which we draw High to God.
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That Christ by being in beleevers, is unto them the hope of glory. The existency of Christ in beleeving Christians giveth existency to their hopes of glory.
That christ by being in believers, is unto them the hope of glory. The existency of christ in believing Christians gives existency to their hope's of glory.
This connexion of Christ in them and of their glory through him, is considerable in his most heavenly Prayer, in which having spoken of the glory given unto them, with the same breath (as it were) he suggests his being in them, The glory which thou gavest me I have given them, that they may be one even as we are one, I in them, &c. Before I proceed in the further handling of this doctrine;
This connexion of christ in them and of their glory through him, is considerable in his most heavenly Prayer, in which having spoken of the glory given unto them, with the same breath (as it were) he suggests his being in them, The glory which thou Gavest me I have given them, that they may be one even as we Are one, I in them, etc. Before I proceed in the further handling of this Doctrine;
First, It doth not intimate such a being of Christ in any Christian, as of the Godhead in Christ, by reason whereof Godhead and Manhood in Christ made one person;
First, It does not intimate such a being of christ in any Christian, as of the Godhead in christ, by reason whereof Godhead and Manhood in christ made one person;
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But it doth suggest Christs peculiar abode in beleevers by his Spirit being received by faith, whereby he dwelleth and operateth spiritually in their hearts, which union betwixt him and them doth in some measure by way of similitude,
But it does suggest Christ peculiar Abided in believers by his Spirit being received by faith, whereby he dwells and operateth spiritually in their hearts, which Union betwixt him and them does in Some measure by Way of similitude,
There are two things notable from that Scripture to manifest the difference betwixt Christ and Christians in that participation. 1. The words are not, we are made partakers of the God-head, but of the divine nature, viz. of the qualities of God, according to our capacity, whereby we escape that corruption which is in the world through lust, and do in holy dispositions resemble God so far as such creatures can:
There Are two things notable from that Scripture to manifest the difference betwixt christ and Christians in that participation. 1. The words Are not, we Are made partakers of the Godhead, but of the divine nature, viz. of the qualities of God, according to our capacity, whereby we escape that corruption which is in the world through lust, and do in holy dispositions resemble God so Far as such creatures can:
As David speaketh of shewing the kindenesse of God unto Jonathans posterity, 2 Sam. 20. 15. whereas God-head it self was in such sort in Christ, 1 Tim. 3. 16. that he was God blessed for ever, Rom. 9. 5. coequall with God the Father, Phil. 2. 6. 2. The Apostle Peter is open and expresse that Christians are partakers of the divine nature (in the sense aforesaid) by means of the exceeding great and precious promises of Gods grace;
As David speaks of showing the kindness of God unto Jonathans posterity, 2 Sam. 20. 15. whereas Godhead it self was in such sort in christ, 1 Tim. 3. 16. that he was God blessed for ever, Rom. 9. 5. coequal with God the Father, Philip 2. 6. 2. The Apostle Peter is open and express that Christians Are partakers of the divine nature (in the sense aforesaid) by means of the exceeding great and precious promises of God's grace;
Having thus briefly explicated the expression in the Text, and the like used by our Saviour, I proceed to the handling of the point of doctrine here propounded:
Having thus briefly explicated the expression in the Text, and the like used by our Saviour, I proceed to the handling of the point of Doctrine Here propounded:
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The truth implied in the first branch of the doctrine is this, viz. that Christ is in Beleevers; As beleevers do receive him, so he dwelleth in their hearts by faith.
The truth implied in the First branch of the Doctrine is this, viz. that christ is in Believers; As believers do receive him, so he dwells in their hearts by faith.
And therefore it is noteable, that the Apostle having moved the Corinthians to prove themselves whether in the faith, he addeth, Know ye not that Jesus Christ is in you? This in-being of Christ in beleevers is to be understood, not of an abode in them (or any where else on earth) corporally,
And Therefore it is notable, that the Apostle having moved the Corinthians to prove themselves whither in the faith, he adds, Know you not that jesus christ is in you? This inbeing of christ in believers is to be understood, not of an Abided in them (or any where Else on earth) corporally,
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for in that sense the Heavens must receive him until the time of the restitution of all things; but of an habitation spirituall, according to the testimony of the Apostle;
for in that sense the Heavens must receive him until the time of the restitution of all things; but of an habitation spiritual, according to the testimony of the Apostle;
And this truth is by various metaphors suggested in the holy Scriptures. 1. By being compared unto showrs which descending from heaven, do sink and soak into the bowels of the earth, He shall come down like rain.
And this truth is by various metaphors suggested in the holy Scriptures. 1. By being compared unto showers which descending from heaven, do sink and soak into the bowels of the earth, He shall come down like rain.
2. And his Name is like unto ointment poured forth, which worketh it self into the bones, not staying upon the outside of the person receiving it. 3. He is meat and drink indeed unto the soul, from whence he himself concludeth my doctrine, He that eateth my flesh and drinketh my bloud, dwelleth in me and I in him:
2. And his Name is like unto ointment poured forth, which works it self into the bones, not staying upon the outside of the person receiving it. 3. He is meat and drink indeed unto the soul, from whence he himself Concludeth my Doctrine, He that Eateth my Flesh and Drinketh my blood, dwells in me and I in him:
Christ is our Life. And mans life is said to be in him, 2 Sam. 1. 9. The body is called the sheath of the Soul, which expression hinteth, that the soul is in the body,
christ is our Life. And men life is said to be in him, 2 Sam. 1. 9. The body is called the sheath of the Soul, which expression hinteth, that the soul is in the body,
for this spirituall ubiquity of Christ in the souls of all reall Saints in all the places of the world, cannot belong unto any meer creature whatsoever.
for this spiritual ubiquity of christ in the Souls of all real Saints in all the places of the world, cannot belong unto any mere creature whatsoever.
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2. This discovereth the unparellel'd condescentions of Jesus Jesus Christ, being willing to abase himself thus low as to be within poor sinfull creatures.
2. This Discovereth the unparelleled condescensions of jesus jesus christ, being willing to abase himself thus low as to be within poor sinful creatures.
This was a matter of admiration unto Solomon, But will God indeed dwell on earth? The good Centurion said, Lord, I am not worthy that thou shouldst come under my roof;
This was a matter of admiration unto Solomon, But will God indeed dwell on earth? The good Centurion said, Lord, I am not worthy that thou Shouldst come under my roof;
Did God humble himself in looking out of himself, off from his own infinite beauties and perfections, to view either men on earth or Angels and Saints in heaven? How much greater is this condescention in Christ to make his abode in the souls of sinners? Let me here dart only two thoughts into your mindes. 1. That Christ came out of his Fathers bosome where he was daily his delight rejoycing alwaies before him.
Did God humble himself in looking out of himself, off from his own infinite beauty's and perfections, to view either men on earth or Angels and Saints in heaven? How much greater is this condescension in christ to make his Abided in the Souls of Sinners? Let me Here dart only two thoughts into your minds. 1. That christ Come out of his Father's bosom where he was daily his delight rejoicing always before him.
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2. That the hearts of the best, upon earth wherein he inhabits, are like dark dungeons, in regard of the clouds of ignorance not dispersed, and like unsavoury dunghils in respect of many noysome lusts not fully subdued;
2. That the hearts of the best, upon earth wherein he inhabits, Are like dark dungeons, in regard of the Clouds of ignorance not dispersed, and like unsavoury dunghills in respect of many noisome Lustiest not Fully subdued;
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As they are precious, excellent, more excellent then others in many other respects (which I now have not occasion to mention) so upon this account that the Lord Jesus Christ is in them.
As they Are precious, excellent, more excellent then Others in many other respects (which I now have not occasion to mention) so upon this account that the Lord jesus christ is in them.
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It was no doubt a very great honour put upon the blessed Virgin Mary, both in her own account, and in the judgement of all Christians, that she did bear the holy body of Christ in her womb for a time, He that is mighty hath magnified me, and certainly the inhabitation of Christ by his Spirit in the souls of his servants, is not a priviledge inferiour.
It was no doubt a very great honour put upon the blessed Virgae Marry, both in her own account, and in the judgement of all Christians, that she did bear the holy body of christ in her womb for a time, He that is mighty hath magnified me, and Certainly the inhabitation of christ by his Spirit in the Souls of his Servants, is not a privilege inferior.
I shall not enlarge this Use 1. Either by shewing the various waies whereby wrong is done unto the servants of the Most High, viz. by secret plots and open persecutions, either by abating their comforts,
I shall not enlarge this Use 1. Either by showing the various ways whereby wrong is done unto the Servants of the Most High, viz. by secret plots and open persecutions, either by abating their comforts,
or encreasing their sufferings, either by corrupting their judgements, or drawing them to sin. 2. Or by manifesting Christs knowledge and sensiblenesse of these their injuries, together with his severity against their enemies, witnessed both by judgements threatned in his Word,
or increasing their sufferings, either by corrupting their Judgments, or drawing them to since. 2. Or by manifesting Christ knowledge and sensibleness of these their injuries, together with his severity against their enemies, witnessed both by Judgments threatened in his Word,
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But I only wish those who are herein guilty, to minde the Item given by the Apostle Paul in his Epistle to the Corinthians, If any man defile the Temple of God, him will God destroy, for the Temple of God is holy, which Temple ye are.
But I only wish those who Are herein guilty, to mind the Item given by the Apostle Paul in his Epistle to the Corinthians, If any man defile the Temple of God, him will God destroy, for the Temple of God is holy, which Temple you Are.
I remember what is recorded concerning Paul, that the sight of some Christian brethren cheared him after a sad shipwrack whom when Paul saw he took courage;
I Remember what is recorded Concerning Paul, that the sighed of Some Christian brothers cheered him After a sad shipwreck whom when Paul saw he took courage;
How much more should the in-being of Christ solace the beleeving soul? 1. Because of his authority and power to order all casualties and concernments according to his pleasure,
How much more should the inbeing of christ solace the believing soul? 1. Because of his Authority and power to order all casualties and concernments according to his pleasure,
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And it was a cordiall to the Disciples in a storm that Christ was with them, whom the windes and waves must obey. 2. Because this a bode of Christ speaketh his complacency;
And it was a cordial to the Disciples in a storm that christ was with them, whom the winds and waves must obey. 2. Because this a bode of christ speaks his complacency;
And this answereth a Scripture-expression elsewhere, Here I will dwell for I have desired it, (saith God of Sion ) Though many times drooping Christians, viewing their own beggarlinesse and vilenesse, judge themselves worthy to be detested and deserted,
And this Answers a Scripture expression elsewhere, Here I will dwell for I have desired it, (Says God of Sion) Though many times drooping Christians, viewing their own beggarliness and vileness, judge themselves worthy to be detested and deserted,
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and would relinquish themselves if they could, yet Christ looketh to the poor and contrite soul as a meet habitation for himself. 3. Because he doth graciously communicate himself unto the soul where he resideth, according to the necessities thereof;
and would relinquish themselves if they could, yet christ looks to the poor and contrite soul as a meet habitation for himself. 3. Because he does graciously communicate himself unto the soul where he resideth, according to the necessities thereof;
When you reade this promise, remember his ability and fidelity in these and all other kindes, to accommodate those whom he inhabits to their compleating in the accomplishment of his Mediatorship;
When you read this promise, Remember his ability and Fidis in these and all other Kinds, to accommodate those whom he inhabits to their completing in the accomplishment of his Mediatorship;
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Therefore doubtlesse there cannot possibly be either any creature-want or danger, wherein the improvement of this in-dwelling of Christ may not refresh the beleeving Christian. 4. Because this will be constantly and abundantly relieving in times of the greatest solitarinesse,
Therefore doubtless there cannot possibly be either any creature-want or danger, wherein the improvement of this indwelling of christ may not refresh the believing Christian. 4. Because this will be constantly and abundantly relieving in times of the greatest solitariness,
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as God hath said, I will dwell in them and walk in them, he addeth, Having therefore these Promises, Dearly Beloved, let us clense our selves from all filthinesse of the flesh and spirit;
as God hath said, I will dwell in them and walk in them, he adds, Having Therefore these Promises, Dearly beloved, let us cleanse our selves from all filthiness of the Flesh and Spirit;
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and this is rendred as the reason, For the Lord thy God walketh in the midst of thee, therefore shall thy Camp be holy, that he see no unclean thing in thee;
and this is rendered as the reason, For the Lord thy God walks in the midst of thee, Therefore shall thy Camp be holy, that he see no unclean thing in thee;
How carefull are we to sweep and wash away whatsoever might be offensive unto our Friends in the rooms where we lodge them? And what guest can so well deserve welcome as Jesus Christ,
How careful Are we to sweep and wash away whatsoever might be offensive unto our Friends in the rooms where we lodge them? And what guest can so well deserve welcome as jesus christ,
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Who is not willing to be at cost in providing both food and furniture fitting for the welcoming of worthy friends? It's said, Levi made Christ a great Feast in his own house;
Who is not willing to be At cost in providing both food and furniture fitting for the welcoming of worthy Friends? It's said, Levi made christ a great Feast in his own house;
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yea, Solomon brings in the whorish woman, reporting her provisions made for the young man whom she sollicited to lewdnesse, I have deck'd my bed with coverings of Tapestry, with carved works, and fine linen of Egypt;
yea, Solomon brings in the whorish woman, reporting her provisions made for the young man whom she solicited to Lewdness, I have decked my Bed with coverings of Tapestry, with carved works, and fine linen of Egypt;
And should not a principle of pure love to Christ prevail with Christians to do more then sordid lusts do with the bruitish children of men? If you demand what is the provision to be laid in for Christ his welcome;
And should not a principle of pure love to christ prevail with Christians to do more then sordid Lustiest do with the brutish children of men? If you demand what is the provision to be laid in for christ his welcome;
The Apostle telleth you, it is perfecting holinesse in the fear of God, which practice also, he moveth by the argument under-hand (as was hinted in the former branch of the Exhortation.) By the encreasing and acting of all the graces of the holy Ghost, Christ will be abundantly contented.
The Apostle Telleth you, it is perfecting holiness in the Fear of God, which practice also, he moves by the argument underhand (as was hinted in the former branch of the Exhortation.) By the increasing and acting of all the graces of the holy Ghost, christ will be abundantly contented.
This is intended by these metaphoricall expressions of the Spouse unto Christ, At our gates are all manner of pleasant fruits, new and old, which I have laid up for thee O my Beloved;
This is intended by these metaphorical expressions of the Spouse unto christ, At our gates Are all manner of pleasant fruits, new and old, which I have laid up for thee Oh my beloved;
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or meet for his entertainment, that his Loves will take in good part, that which with sincere good-will you shall provide and make tender of with respect unto his content.
or meet for his entertainment, that his Loves will take in good part, that which with sincere goodwill you shall provide and make tender of with respect unto his content.
thus expressed, Let my Beloved come into his garden and eat his pleafant fruit, This answer speaking good acceptance is returned, I am come into my garden, my Sister, my Spouse, I have gathered my Myrrh with my Spice, I have eaten my honey-comb with my honey, I have drunk my wine with my milk:
thus expressed, Let my beloved come into his garden and eat his pleafant fruit, This answer speaking good acceptance is returned, I am come into my garden, my Sister, my Spouse, I have gathered my Myrrh with my Spice, I have eaten my honeycomb with my honey, I have drunk my wine with my milk:
Oh how ready with chearfulnesse is the Lord Jesus to own and accept all graces, notwithstanding their defects and mixtures in the bosomes of them whom he doth inhabite!
O how ready with cheerfulness is the Lord jesus to own and accept all graces, notwithstanding their defects and mixtures in the bosoms of them whom he does inhabit!
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I proceed to the second branch of the Doctrine, which is the truth openly expressed, viz. That the existency of Christ in Beleevers, giveth existence unto their hopes of glory.
I proceed to the second branch of the Doctrine, which is the truth openly expressed, viz. That the existency of christ in Believers, gives existence unto their hope's of glory.
Having mentioned the longings of Saints to be swallowed up of life, he addeth, Now he that hath wrought us for the self same thing is God, who also hath given unto us the earnest of the Spirit.
Having mentioned the longings of Saints to be swallowed up of life, he adds, Now he that hath wrought us for the self same thing is God, who also hath given unto us the earnest of the Spirit.
Therefore if Gods own earnest may give good hope, then Christ in beleeving Christians giveth good hope of glory, especially because the earnest it self is of so great value, the receiving whereof is happinesse begun upon earth.
Therefore if God's own earnest may give good hope, then christ in believing Christians gives good hope of glory, especially Because the earnest it self is of so great valve, the receiving whereof is happiness begun upon earth.
But he is united unto beleevers as the head unto the body, which is called his fullnesse. Therefore if there be hope that Christ will have a compleat body without the defect of any member in heaven,
But he is united unto believers as the head unto the body, which is called his fullness. Therefore if there be hope that christ will have a complete body without the defect of any member in heaven,
and if Christ be in you the body is dead because of sin, but the Spirit is life because of righteousnesse; But if the Spirit of him that raised up Jesus from the dead, dwell in you, he that raised up Christ from the dead shall also quicken your mortall bodies by his Spirit that dwelleth in you.
and if christ be in you the body is dead Because of since, but the Spirit is life Because of righteousness; But if the Spirit of him that raised up jesus from the dead, dwell in you, he that raised up christ from the dead shall also quicken your Mortal bodies by his Spirit that dwells in you.
Wheresoever Christ dwels spiritually, his Spirit operateth effectually for the subduing of sinfull principles, and for the advancing of the power of sanctification;
Wheresoever christ dwells spiritually, his Spirit operateth effectually for the subduing of sinful principles, and for the advancing of the power of sanctification;
And thus he preparing the vessels of mercy for glory, and making them meet to be made pantakers of the inheritance of Saints in light, he giveth them sure hope of glory.
And thus he preparing the vessels of mercy for glory, and making them meet to be made pantakers of the inheritance of Saints in Light, he gives them sure hope of glory.
And that with their lips they honour him, but their heart is farre from him. At the last day many shall pleade their profession of Christ, calling him Lord, Lord,
And that with their lips they honour him, but their heart is Far from him. At the last day many shall plead their profession of christ, calling him Lord, Lord,
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and talking of great works done in his Name, who yet shall shall be rejected with doleful disappointments, I will professe unto them (saith Christ) I never knew you, depart from me; Here then the question will be,
and talking of great works done in his Name, who yet shall shall be rejected with doleful disappointments, I will profess unto them (Says christ) I never knew you, depart from me; Here then the question will be,
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how may Christ his being in us be discovered? I answer briefly. 1. By the grace of faith whereby he is received. 2. By the room into which he is welcomed. 3. And by the effects of his entertainment.
how may christ his being in us be discovered? I answer briefly. 1. By the grace of faith whereby he is received. 2. By the room into which he is welcomed. 3. And by the effects of his entertainment.
To you who beleeve (saith the Apostle Peter) he is precious, and partly by opposing and purging out sinfull pollution, that Christ may not be annoyed by it:
To you who believe (Says the Apostle Peter) he is precious, and partly by opposing and purging out sinful pollution, that christ may not be annoyed by it:
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The heart is purified by faith, Therefore ask your selves, as in Gods presence, whether there be any thing in the world which you prize more then Christ,
The heart is purified by faith, Therefore ask your selves, as in God's presence, whither there be any thing in the world which you prize more then christ,
Do you admit him into some out-house only? As at his birth, he was laid in a manger, because there was no room for him in the Inne; Or do you put him into a cock-loft only? I mean, Do you only fill your fancies with notions,
Do you admit him into Some outhouse only? As At his birth, he was laid in a manger, Because there was no room for him in the Inn; Or do you put him into a cockloft only? I mean, Do you only fill your fancies with notions,
and the advancing of the power of godlinesse in your conversations? Sincere answers returned unto such like demands, will suggest whether Christ be efficaciously present in you.
and the advancing of the power of godliness in your conversations? Sincere answers returned unto such like demands, will suggest whither christ be efficaciously present in you.
When Zacheus heard that Christ would abide in his house, he received him joyfully. Greater cause of joy have they who have already lodged him in their hearts.
When Zacchaeus herd that christ would abide in his house, he received him joyfully. Greater cause of joy have they who have already lodged him in their hearts.
Christ is the owner, the heir of all things, and therefore if God hath given us his Sonne, how shall he not with him freely give us all things? And if the Lord by the right of Christ hath been pleased to give interest in heavens glory, he will certainly vouchsafe all earthly needfull accommodations;
christ is the owner, the heir of all things, and Therefore if God hath given us his Son, how shall he not with him freely give us all things? And if the Lord by the right of christ hath been pleased to give Interest in heavens glory, he will Certainly vouchsafe all earthly needful accommodations;
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Are they not all ministring Spirits sent forth to minister for them who shall be heirs of salvation? Therfore assurance of provision and protection is hence clearly deducible.
are they not all ministering Spirits sent forth to minister for them who shall be Heirs of salvation? Therefore assurance of provision and protection is hence clearly deducible.
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The Apostle Peter having asserted the hope which the Regenerate have of this glorious Inheritance referved in heaven for them, he addeth Gods care to preserve them unto the possession thereof;
The Apostle Peter having asserted the hope which the Regenerate have of this glorious Inheritance referved in heaven for them, he adds God's care to preserve them unto the possession thereof;
There are but two things (as I conceive) which can possibly endanger their falling short of hoped-for glory, viz. either their own corruptions within, or their oppositions from without.
There Are but two things (as I conceive) which can possibly endanger their falling short of hoped glory, viz. either their own corruptions within, or their oppositions from without.
nor imperfections in holy performances, how many, or constant soever, which militate against the beleevers assurance, should sink either hope or heart,
nor imperfections in holy performances, how many, or constant soever, which militate against the believers assurance, should sink either hope or heart,
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The Apostle Paul having mentioned his constant conflict and his frequent foyls in the 7. of the Romans, yet addes in the end of the Chapter, his joy in Christ, I thank God through Jesus Christ;
The Apostle Paul having mentioned his constant conflict and his frequent foils in the 7. of the Roman, yet adds in the end of the Chapter, his joy in christ, I thank God through jesus christ;
Augustine while Christ was in his eye, said, I dare not despond. And Christians should both with respect unto Christs honour and their own comfort, make conscience, not to yield to dejecting doubts,
Augustine while christ was in his eye, said, I Dare not despond. And Christians should both with respect unto Christ honour and their own Comfort, make conscience, not to yield to dejecting doubts,
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or perplexing fears, in reference to their glory in heaven, while the matter of their complaints is no more then may possibly be found in the soul where Christ dwelleth.
or perplexing fears, in Referente to their glory in heaven, while the matter of their complaints is no more then may possibly be found in the soul where christ dwells.
Certainly if doubting Christians would carefully hold unto this direction, maintaining and bottoming their hopes in Christ, multitudes of scruples might easily be answered,
Certainly if doubting Christians would carefully hold unto this direction, maintaining and bottoming their hope's in christ, Multitudes of scruples might Easily be answered,
and their evidences for heaven would be better preserved, and their constant comfort well secured. This anchor of hope thus cast out and fastening upon Christ, would be admirably usefull,
and their evidences for heaven would be better preserved, and their constant Comfort well secured. This anchor of hope thus cast out and fastening upon christ, would be admirably useful,
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First, Those who possesse Christ and hope of glory through him, are to be perswaded 1. To contentment with their present condition upon earth, though it be mean and low.
First, Those who possess christ and hope of glory through him, Are to be persuaded 1. To contentment with their present condition upon earth, though it be mean and low.
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Who knoweth not the poverty of Jesus Christ? The Foxes have holes, and the birds of the air have their nests, but the Son of man hath not where to lay his head.
Who Knoweth not the poverty of jesus christ? The Foxes have holes, and the Birds of the air have their nests, but the Son of man hath not where to lay his head.
Blessed are you when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all manner of evil against you falsly for my sake, Rejoyce and be exceeding glad,
Blessed Are you when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely for my sake, Rejoice and be exceeding glad,
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This was one passage in his Sermon, and truly by this he was supported under his sufferings, For the joy that was set before him he endured the Crosse, despising the shame.
This was one passage in his Sermon, and truly by this he was supported under his sufferings, For the joy that was Set before him he endured the Cross, despising the shame.
Having propounded Christs practice, it may be judged needlesse to mention the example of Moses, who chose rather to suffer affliction with the people of God, then to enjoy the pleasures of sinne for a season, Esteeming the reproach of Christ greater riches then the treasures of Egypt,
Having propounded Christ practice, it may be judged needless to mention the Exampl of Moses, who chosen rather to suffer affliction with the people of God, then to enjoy the pleasures of sin for a season, Esteeming the reproach of christ greater riches then the treasures of Egypt,
But 〈 ◊ 〉 you eye in Christ what is equitable and imitable, then consider in Moses what is attainable by the industrious actings of faith and meditation.
But 〈 ◊ 〉 you eye in christ what is equitable and imitable, then Consider in Moses what is attainable by the Industria actings of faith and meditation.
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And yet to prevail further upon your spirits in promoting your magnanimity and patience, by minding your hope of glory in Christ, I wish you to compare your present sufferings on earth with your future glory hoped for in heaven, both in regard of their quality and continuance,
And yet to prevail further upon your spirits in promoting your magnanimity and patience, by minding your hope of glory in christ, I wish you to compare your present sufferings on earth with your future glory hoped for in heaven, both in regard of their quality and Continuance,
For this cause we faint not, for our light affliction which is but for a moment worketh for us, a farre more exceeding and eternall weight of glory, while we look not at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen,
For this cause we faint not, for our Light affliction which is but for a moment works for us, a Far more exceeding and Eternal weight of glory, while we look not At the things which Are seen, but At the things which Are not seen,
3. This patient importunity is backed with promises of communion upon willingnesse to take him in, I will sup with him and he with me, (as if he had said) I will feast his soul,
3. This patient importunity is backed with promises of communion upon willingness to take him in, I will sup with him and he with me, (as if he had said) I will feast his soul,
Hence two directions may be gathered. 1. That our souls (which in regard of their immortality are called everlasting doors) must willingly receive him.
Hence two directions may be gathered. 1. That our Souls (which in regard of their immortality Are called everlasting doors) must willingly receive him.
Therefore by meditating upon the fore-mentioned particulars, suggesting Christ his deservings, and the incomparable benefits to be received by him, seek to prevail with your selves that your warmest loves, strongest longings,
Therefore by meditating upon the forementioned particulars, suggesting christ his deservings, and the incomparable benefits to be received by him, seek to prevail with your selves that your warmest loves, Strongest longings,
and highest joys may be laid forth upon him. 2. That he must be received as Lord and King, with free contentment to submit unto his Scepter and Regall Authority.
and highest Joys may be laid forth upon him. 2. That he must be received as Lord and King, with free contentment to submit unto his Sceptre and Regal authority.
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In like manner must they commit the Keys of government into the hands of Christ, with willingnesse to be ruled by him in all things, who would receive him,
In like manner must they commit the Keys of government into the hands of christ, with willingness to be ruled by him in all things, who would receive him,
For whereas high stately Palaces are esteemed the fittest houses for the entertainment of earthly Princes, Jesus Christ the King of glory maketh choice of lowly hearts for his habitation:
For whereas high stately Palaces Are esteemed the Fittest houses for the entertainment of earthly Princes, jesus christ the King of glory makes choice of lowly hearts for his habitation:
For thus saith the high and lofty one that inhabiteth eternity, whose name is holy, I dwell in the high and holy place, with him also that is of a contrite and humble spirit:
For thus Says the high and lofty one that Inhabiteth eternity, whose name is holy, I dwell in the high and holy place, with him also that is of a contrite and humble Spirit:
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Therefore levell your mountains of selfconceit, lay your selves in the dust upon the serious review of the evil both of your lives and natures, together with the deserved misery, which you be neither able to resist nor undergo,
Therefore level your Mountains of Self-conceit, lay your selves in the dust upon the serious review of the evil both of your lives and nature's, together with the deserved misery, which you be neither able to resist nor undergo,
The Apostle Paul looketh upon the Jews as not in the state of salvation, Because they going about to establish their own righteousnesse submitted not themselves unto the righteousnesse of God.
The Apostle Paul looks upon the jews as not in the state of salvation, Because they going about to establish their own righteousness submitted not themselves unto the righteousness of God.
Their priviledges were high, and their costly Sacrifices many, and therefore they hoping without Christ then preached to work out their own welfare, fell short of blessednesse.
Their privileges were high, and their costly Sacrifices many, and Therefore they hoping without christ then preached to work out their own welfare, fell short of blessedness.
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The same Spirit of pride and self-dependance is in all our natures, which is extreamly mischievous, obstructing the way unto Christs welcome into the soul:
The same Spirit of pride and self-dependence is in all our nature's, which is extremely mischievous, obstructing the Way unto Christ welcome into the soul:
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Nor yet let Poor souls, burthened with guilt, beggarly in abilities, most vile and unworthy in their own account, keep off from Christ through distrustfull discouragements;
Nor yet let Poor Souls, burdened with guilt, beggarly in abilities, most vile and unworthy in their own account, keep off from christ through distrustful discouragements;
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For as all good hope of glory is raised from Christ heartily entertained, so no one who humbly, obedientially stoopeth under his government shall be rejected.
For as all good hope of glory is raised from christ heartily entertained, so not one who humbly, Obediently stoopeth under his government shall be rejected.
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In the last place, The Doctrine administreth much comfort unto mourners bewailing the death of such who (as they have just cause to beleeve) had received Christ into their souls before they left this world,
In the last place, The Doctrine administereth much Comfort unto mourners bewailing the death of such who (as they have just cause to believe) had received christ into their Souls before they left this world,
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because from this ground ariseth good hope that they are admitted into heavens glory. Upon this account the Apostle disswadeth drooping, and perswadeth chearfulnesse in Christians upon such occasions.
Because from this ground arises good hope that they Are admitted into heavens glory. Upon this account the Apostle dissuadeth drooping, and Persuadeth cheerfulness in Christians upon such occasions.
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And this was ethe rason (as some Divines do conjecture) wherefore David who mourned excessively upon Absaloms death, was more comfortable when he heard that his young childe was dead, Now he is dead, wherefore should I fast? I shall go to him:
And this was ethe ransom (as Some Divines do conjecture) Wherefore David who mourned excessively upon Absaloms death, was more comfortable when he herd that his young child was dead, Now he is dead, Wherefore should I fast? I shall go to him:
and other Relations of the ingenuous, gracious Childe, whose Funerall hath occasioned this Assembly, and whose affectionate minding of this Text (upon which I have discoursed) was the Argument which induced me to undertake it, at this time.
and other Relations of the ingenuous, gracious Child, whose Funeral hath occasioned this Assembly, and whose affectionate minding of this Text (upon which I have discoursed) was the Argument which induced me to undertake it, At this time.
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He was but nine years old and a half when God translated him, and above five years since this Text, Christ in you the hope of glory, took such hold upon his heart, that he frequently spake of it,
He was but nine Years old and a half when God translated him, and above five Years since this Text, christ in you the hope of glory, took such hold upon his heart, that he frequently spoke of it,
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2. Hearing of the misery of wicked ones, and Hypocrites, laid open in a Sermon on the Sabbath-morning, he durst not go to his diner till he had gone aside to praier;
2. Hearing of the misery of wicked ones, and Hypocrites, laid open in a Sermon on the Sabbath-morning, he durst not go to his dinner till he had gone aside to prayer;
3. And being once reproached (some years since) because the hair of his head was short, he readily returned this Answer, That Gods Word speaketh against long hair, remembring those words of the Apostle, Doth not even Nature it self teach you, that if a man have long hair it is a shame unto him? 1 Cor. 11. 14. May not this give a check unto many, both Ministers and others, whose Ruffian-like locks are very offensive unto multitudes who fear the Lord?
3. And being once reproached (Some Years since) Because the hair of his head was short, he readily returned this Answer, That God's Word speaks against long hair, remembering those words of the Apostle, Does not even Nature it self teach you, that if a man have long hair it is a shame unto him? 1 Cor. 11. 14. May not this give a check unto many, both Ministers and Others, whose Ruffianlike locks Are very offensive unto Multitudes who Fear the Lord?
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2. Not long before his death, staying at home on the Sabbath-morning with a maid-Servant, he desired (as he had done formerly) that they might sing a Psalm and go to prayer;
2. Not long before his death, staying At home on the Sabbath-morning with a maid-Servant, he desired (as he had done formerly) that they might sing a Psalm and go to prayer;
And in his prayer he made this Petition, Lord, grant that we may leave our sinnes, not as people do their old clothes with purpose to put them on again,
And in his prayer he made this Petition, Lord, grant that we may leave our Sins, not as people do their old clothes with purpose to put them on again,
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and that night before his death, having been once praied for by them who watched with him (who discerned the approach of his change) he himself of his own accord entreated them to pray with him and for him again:
and that night before his death, having been once prayed for by them who watched with him (who discerned the approach of his change) he himself of his own accord entreated them to pray with him and for him again:
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Fourthly, This must not be forgotten, That for divers years before his death he would expresse much estimation of those Texts of Scripture which speak of heavens glory, the glory provided for Gods Servants for ever.
Fourthly, This must not be forgotten, That for diverse Years before his death he would express much estimation of those Texts of Scripture which speak of heavens glory, the glory provided for God's Servants for ever.
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If unto all these things we adde (that with which I did begin) viz. the words of my Text, which did run much in his minde, Christ in you the hope of glory;
If unto all these things we add (that with which I did begin) viz. the words of my Text, which did run much in his mind, christ in you the hope of glory;
ver. 11, 12. Neque solum gratiam omnem inherentem habemus a Christo derivatam, sed gratiam acceptationis divinae ad vitam aeternam habemus. Dav. in Text. Ʋse 1.
ver. 11, 12. Neque solum gratiam omnem inherentem habemus a Christ derivatam, sed gratiam acceptationis Divinae ad vitam aeternam habemus. David in Text. Ʋse 1.
Joh. 17. 22, 23. Ʋnde colligimus, nos unum cum Christo esse, non quia suam in nos substantiam transfundat, sed quia Spiritus sui virtute nobiscum vitam suam, & quicquid accepit a Patre bonorum communicet. Calvin in Joh. 17. 22. Act. 20. 28. 2 Cor. 5. 19.
John 17. 22, 23. Ʋnde colligimus, nos Unum cum Christ esse, non quia suam in nos substantiam transfundat, sed quia Spiritus sui virtute nobiscum vitam suam, & quicquid accepit a Patre Bonorum communicet. calvin in John 17. 22. Act. 20. 28. 2 Cor. 5. 19.
Naturae nomen, hic non substantiam, sed qualitatem designat. Naturae divinae mundi corruptionem opponit; Ʋt si•us unum cum Deo, quantum modulus noster f•ret. Calvio in 2 Pet. 1. 4.
Naturae Nome, hic non substantiam, sed qualitatem designat. Naturae Divinae mundi corruptionem opponit; Ʋt si•us Unum cum God, quantum modulus Noster f•ret. Calvio in 2 Pet. 1. 4.
