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PHIL. 4. 9. Those things which you have both learned, and received, and heard, and seen in me, do,
PHILIP. 4. 9. Those things which you have both learned, and received, and herd, and seen in me, do,
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and the God of Peace shall be with You.
and the God of Peace shall be with You.
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WHat the particular Reason of my choice of this Scripture this day is, if you compare my present station, with the intent of the Apostle, in these words, you will easily understand.
WHat the particular Reason of my choice of this Scripture this day is, if you compare my present station, with the intent of the Apostle, in these words, you will Easily understand.
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These words of the Apostle, being part of the close of his Epistle to the Philippians, are his Valediction, or Parewel to them:
These words of the Apostle, being part of the close of his Epistle to the Philippians, Are his Valediction, or Parewel to them:
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It is not unknown to you, that I must now be parted from you;
It is not unknown to you, that I must now be parted from you;
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and I have pitched on this Scripture, to be the Close of my Twenty Years Ministry among you.
and I have pitched on this Scripture, to be the Close of my Twenty years Ministry among you.
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God hath sent me among you to be a Builder; and I have chosen this Text, to be an Hammer to fasten,
God hath sent me among you to be a Builder; and I have chosen this Text, to be an Hammer to fasten,
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and drive home those Nails of Instruction •nd Consolation, which I have been so long endeavouring to enter into you.
and drive home those Nails of Instruction •nd Consolation, which I have been so long endeavouring to enter into you.
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God hath sent me among you, as a Fisher-man; and I have chosen these words to be as the closing of the Net. Behold!
God hath sent me among you, as a Fisherman; and I have chosen these words to be as the closing of the Net. Behold!
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once more the Net is spread, and I am now making my last Draught;
once more the Net is spread, and I am now making my last Draught;
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and oh that it might have the same good speed, as Peter 's last had, Luke 5. 6. It would then pay the Charges, though the Net break.
and o that it might have the same good speed, as Peter is last had, Lycia 5. 6. It would then pay the Charges, though the Net break.
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God hath sent me among you as an Husband-man, to plough, and to sow; and I am now come to cover what hath been sown.
God hath sent me among you as an Husbandman, to plough, and to sow; and I am now come to cover what hath been sown.
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What is my aim in Preaching, let be yours in Hearing: Oh that both Preacher and Hearers might heartily joyn in this Desire!
What is my aim in Preaching, let be yours in Hearing: O that both Preacher and Hearers might heartily join in this Desire!
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This once more, God speed the Plough. In this desire and hope I drive on.
This once more, God speed the Plough. In this desire and hope I drive on.
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In the Text observe, A Precept, A Promise, An Entail of the Promise on the Precept.
In the Text observe, A Precept, A Promise, an Entail of the Promise on the Precept.
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In the Precept we have, 1. An Act;
In the Precept we have, 1. an Act;
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[ Do. ] 2. An Object; [ The things that you have learned, received ▪ heard, and seen. ][ Do. ] 2. an Object; [ The things that you have learned, received ▪ herd, and seen. ]
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The Promise is in these words, [ The God of Peace shall be with you. ]The Promise is in these words, [ The God of Peace shall be with you. ]
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The Entail of the Promise on the Precept, you have in the Connective Particle [ And ] which knits them up together.
The Entail of the Promise on the Precept, you have in the Connective Particle [ And ] which knits them up together.
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Do the Work, and have the Reward; Obey the Precept, and enjoy the Promise;
Do the Work, and have the Reward; Obey the Precept, and enjoy the Promise;
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Do what you have received and heard, and the God of Peace shall be with you. Do what you have received and herd, and the God of Peace shall be with you.
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Be careful of the former, and be not careful about the latter; if the Precept be performed, the Promise shall be made good.
Be careful of the former, and be not careful about the latter; if the Precept be performed, the Promise shall be made good.
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Doct. 1. Christians must be Learners, before they can be Doers. [ What you have learned, that do. ]
Doct. 1. Christians must be Learners, before they can be Doers. [ What you have learned, that do. ]
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Doct. 2. He hath learned well, that hath lerrned to do well. Doct. 3. Christians Eyes, as well as their Ears, may help them on in Religion;Doct. 2. He hath learned well, that hath lerrned to do well. Doct. 3. Christians Eyes, as well as their Ears, may help them on in Religion;
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Or, The Holy Examples of Ministers, should be living Sermons to People.
Or, The Holy Examples of Ministers, should be living Sermons to People.
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[ What you have seen in me ] Therefore the Apostle exhorts, Phil. 3. 17. Mark them which so walk, [ What you have seen in me ] Therefore the Apostle exhorts, Philip 3. 17. Mark them which so walk,
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as you have us for an Example; and 1 Cor. 11. 1. Be ye Followers of me, as I am of Christ; as you have us for an Exampl; and 1 Cor. 11. 1. Be you Followers of me, as I am of christ;
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that is, either, I have been a Follower of Christ, be ye therefore Followers of me;
that is, either, I have been a Follower of christ, be you Therefore Followers of me;
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or else, Be ye Followers of me, as far forth as I have been a Follower of Christ.
or Else, Be you Followers of me, as Far forth as I have been a Follower of christ.
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Those Ministers may go off the Stage with Honour and Comfort, who have left behind them the good Seed of sound Doctrine,
Those Ministers may go off the Stage with Honour and Comfort, who have left behind them the good Seed of found Doctrine,
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and the good savour of an Holy Example.
and the good savour of an Holy Exampl.
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For mine own part, what my Doctrine and manner of life hath been among you, you are Witnesses, and God also.
For mine own part, what my Doctrine and manner of life hath been among you, you Are Witnesses, and God also.
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And however, I have great reason to judge and condemn my self before the Lord,
And however, I have great reason to judge and condemn my self before the Lord,
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and to bewail it, that my Conversation hath been less exemplary and useful, than, oh that it had been!
and to bewail it, that my Conversation hath been less exemplary and useful, than, o that it had been!
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yet I go off from you, with this Testimony upon my heart, that I have not been of those who bind heavy Burthens,
yet I go off from you, with this Testimony upon my heart, that I have not been of those who bind heavy Burdens,
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and lay them on other mens shoulders, but will not touch them with one of their fingers;
and lay them on other men's shoulders, but will not touch them with one of their fingers;
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but my endeavour hath been, to press on mine own Soul, and to hold out in my own practice, that Word of Life which I have preached to you;
but my endeavour hath been, to press on mine own Soul, and to hold out in my own practice, that Word of Life which I have preached to you;
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and therefore am bold, in this sence, to exhort you, in the words of the Apostle, Be ye Followers of me,
and Therefore am bold, in this sense, to exhort you, in the words of the Apostle, Be you Followers of me,
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as far forth as you have seen me a Follower of Christ. as Far forth as you have seen me a Follower of christ.
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Doct. 4. Godly Ministers, when they are parting from their People, would fain leave God behind them.Doct. 4. Godly Ministers, when they Are parting from their People, would fain leave God behind them.
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Though it be not unusual, when the Lord sends them away, he goes with them; God and his Messengers, do not seldom take their farewel of People together;
Though it be not unusual, when the Lord sends them away, he Goes with them; God and his Messengers, do not seldom take their farewell of People together;
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yet their earnest desire is, that though they must away, yet the Lord would stay. Doct. 5. Faithful Ministers would be Messengers of Peace, going, as well as coming.
yet their earnest desire is, that though they must away, yet the Lord would stay. Doct. 5. Faithful Ministers would be Messengers of Peace, going, as well as coming.
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As the Apostles first words were to be, Peace be unto you, Matth. 10. so some of this Apostles last words were, The God of Peace shall be with you.
As the Apostles First words were to be, Peace be unto you, Matthew 10. so Some of this Apostles last words were, The God of Peace shall be with you.
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Doct. 6. When ever Ministers part with their People, if they can but leave Godlyness in them, they shall certainly leave God with them. Or,Doct. 6. When ever Ministers part with their People, if they can but leave Godliness in them, they shall Certainly leave God with them. Or,
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Those that obey the Gospel, whatsoever, or whomsoever they want, shall ever be in a peaceful, and blessed condition.
Those that obey the Gospel, whatsoever, or whomsoever they want, shall ever be in a peaceful, and blessed condition.
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These things do, that is, live in the practice and power of that Doctrine of Godliness, which you have received, and heard; These things do, that is, live in the practice and power of that Doctrine of Godliness, which you have received, and herd;
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and then fear not, the God of Peace shall be with you. This Doctrine, I shall fully prove to you, after I have premised,
and then Fear not, the God of Peace shall be with you. This Doctrine, I shall Fully prove to you, After I have premised,
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That the Doctrine which I have preached to you, is the Doctrine of Godliness; the summe whereof take in these four particulars:
That the Doctrine which I have preached to you, is the Doctrine of Godliness; the sum whereof take in these four particulars:
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1. That Jesus Christ, who came into the World to save sinners, came also to sanctifie and purge them from their sins.
1. That jesus christ, who Come into the World to save Sinners, Come also to sanctify and purge them from their Sins.
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2. That those that believe in Jesus, must be careful to maintain good Works, or to live a Godly Life.
2. That those that believe in jesus, must be careful to maintain good Works, or to live a Godly Life.
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3. That this Godliness is not such a slight and easie, and empty thing, as the mistaken World imagine;
3. That this Godliness is not such a slight and easy, and empty thing, as the mistaken World imagine;
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but stands in an exact Conformity of the whole Man, Heart, and Life, to the whole Will of God.
but Stands in an exact Conformity of the Whole Man, Heart, and Life, to the Whole Will of God.
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4. That as whosoever believes not in Jesus, so whosoever is short of this true, sincere Godliness, cannot be saved.
4. That as whosoever believes not in jesus, so whosoever is short of this true, sincere Godliness, cannot be saved.
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This is the summe of that Doctrine, which I have preached unto you;
This is the sum of that Doctrine, which I have preached unto you;
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which being the Eternal Truth of God, I herein imbarque my own Soul and Life, desiring to be found in that same Jesus,
which being the Eternal Truth of God, I herein embark my own Soul and Life, desiring to be found in that same jesus,
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and to be found walking in that same way of Righteousness, which I have declared unto you.
and to be found walking in that same Way of Righteousness, which I have declared unto you.
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2. That my Design and Aim, in preaching this Doctrine to you, hath been, to beget in you,
2. That my Design and Aim, in preaching this Doctrine to you, hath been, to beget in you,
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and through the influence and assistance of the Eternal Spirit, to bring you to, this true Godliness.
and through the influence and assistance of the Eternal Spirit, to bring you to, this true Godliness.
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I have travailed in Birth with you, that Christ might be formed in you; that I might leave you possessors and partakers of that Grace, which accompanies Salvation;
I have travailed in Birth with you, that christ might be formed in you; that I might leave you Possessors' and partakers of that Grace, which Accompanies Salvation;
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that your Faith might stand not in the Wisdom of Men but in the power of God;
that your Faith might stand not in the Wisdom of Men but in the power of God;
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That your Repentance might be Repentance unto Life, not to be repented of;
That your Repentance might be Repentance unto Life, not to be repented of;
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that you might obey from the heart, that Form of Doctrine that hath been deliver'd unto you;
that you might obey from the heart, that From of Doctrine that hath been Delivered unto you;
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that you might stand compleat in all the Will of God;
that you might stand complete in all the Will of God;
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that you might be holy, and harmless, the Children of God without rebuke, in the midst of a crooked Generation, amongst whom you must shine as Lights in the World, holding forth the Word of Life;
that you might be holy, and harmless, the Children of God without rebuke, in the midst of a crooked Generation, among whom you must shine as Lights in the World, holding forth the Word of Life;
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that being rooted, and grounded in love, you might comprehend with all Saints, what is the height,
that being rooted, and grounded in love, you might comprehend with all Saints, what is the height,
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and depth, and length, and breadth, and might know the love of Christ, which passeth knowledg,
and depth, and length, and breadth, and might know the love of christ, which passes knowledge,
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and be filled with all the fulness of God:
and be filled with all the fullness of God:
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To this end, have I taught every one, and warned every one, that I might present you perfect in Christ Jesus.
To this end, have I taught every one, and warned every one, that I might present you perfect in christ jesus.
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3. That as far forth, as the success hath answered my Design, and aim, upon any of your Souls,
3. That as Far forth, as the success hath answered my Design, and aim, upon any of your Souls,
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so far forth stand you intitled, to this glorious promise in the Text, the God of Peace shall be with you.
so Far forth stand you entitled, to this glorious promise in the Text, the God of Peace shall be with you.
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Look how many Souls there are amongst you, that live in the power and obedience of those truths you have received;
Look how many Souls there Are among you, that live in the power and Obedience of those truths you have received;
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to so many can I with confidence, give this farewell of the Apostle, without Ifs, or Ands;
to so many can I with confidence, give this farewell of the Apostle, without Ifs, or Ands;
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the God of Peace shall be with you.
the God of Peace shall be with you.
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To whomsoever the Lord hath been a God of Grace, to them will he be a God of Peace. Whoever amongst you, have this God of Grace, dwelling and ruling in you, shall certainly find this God of Peace, dwelling and abiding with you:
To whomsoever the Lord hath been a God of Grace, to them will he be a God of Peace. Whoever among you, have this God of Grace, Dwelling and ruling in you, shall Certainly find this God of Peace, Dwelling and abiding with you:
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As for all others, though I can heartily make this, my parting Prayer, the Lord be with you, the God of Peace be with you;
As for all Others, though I can heartily make this, my parting Prayer, the Lord be with you, the God of Peace be with you;
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yet I cannot turn this Prayer into a Promise, nor give you any assurance, that the God of Peace will be with you.
yet I cannot turn this Prayer into a Promise, nor give you any assurance, that the God of Peace will be with you.
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These things premised, I shall now give you the full proof of the Doctrine, in the following Reasons.
These things premised, I shall now give you the full proof of the Doctrine, in the following Reasons.
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The Doctrine you remember is, those that obey the Gospel, whatsoever, or whomsoever they want, shall ever be in a peacefull, and blessed Condition.
The Doctrine you Remember is, those that obey the Gospel, whatsoever, or whomsoever they want, shall ever be in a peaceful, and blessed Condition.
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The Reasons are, 1. The God of Peace shall be with them. 2. If God be with them, all things whatsoever bef•ll them, shall make for their good.
The Reasons Are, 1. The God of Peace shall be with them. 2. If God be with them, all things whatsoever bef•ll them, shall make for their good.
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Reas. 1. The God of Peace shall be with them; these things do, live in the obedience of the holy Doctrine which you have received,Reas. 1. The God of Peace shall be with them; these things do, live in the Obedience of the holy Doctrine which you have received,
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and the God of Peace shall be with you. This glorious Promise is pregnant with all the blessings, that Heaven and Earth can afford.
and the God of Peace shall be with you. This glorious Promise is pregnant with all the blessings, that Heaven and Earth can afford.
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If you ask, why, what is there in it? I demanded of you, What is there in God? God is in the Promise, all that is in God, is here assured to the Godly.
If you ask, why, what is there in it? I demanded of you, What is there in God? God is in the Promise, all that is in God, is Here assured to the Godly.
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The Philosophers, of old, attained to some glimmerings of the excellencies that are in God, by these 3. wayes.
The Philosophers, of old, attained to Some glimmerings of the excellencies that Are in God, by these 3. ways.
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1. Per viam Negationis, conceiving of him as a Being, removed from all things, signifying imperfection:
1. Per viam Negationis, conceiving of him as a Being, removed from all things, signifying imperfection:
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as ignorance, impotence, iniquity, corruptibility, composition, alteration, or any limits or bounds of this Essence, Power and Glory.
as ignorance, impotence, iniquity, corruptibility, composition, alteration, or any Limits or bounds of this Essence, Power and Glory.
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2. Per viam ca•salitatis, conceiving of him, as the Fountain of all other Beings;
2. Per viam ca•salitatis, conceiving of him, as the Fountain of all other Beings;
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and thence concluding, that whatsoever Excellencies, or perfections, are scattered up and down, in the whole Creation, are all united in him, from whom they had their Original.
and thence concluding, that whatsoever Excellencies, or perfections, Are scattered up and down, in the Whole Creation, Are all united in him, from whom they had their Original.
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3. Per viam eminentiae, by way of Excellency;
3. Per viam eminentiae, by Way of Excellency;
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so that whatever perfections, whatever goodness is to be found in any Creature, though it be not to be found in God, formaliter, yet there is that in him (he being the first cause of all) that doth infinitely, superabundantly answer them all.
so that whatever perfections, whatever Goodness is to be found in any Creature, though it be not to be found in God, formaliter, yet there is that in him (he being the First cause of all) that does infinitely, superabundantly answer them all.
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Though there be not the same Specifick Excellencies in him, nor those very pleasures and delights issuing from him, which the creatures yield;
Though there be not the same Specific Excellencies in him, nor those very pleasures and delights issuing from him, which the creatures yield;
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yet there are such Excellencies, such perfections, as transcend and surpasse them all. The Scriptures tell us more positively, and plainly;
yet there Are such Excellencies, such perfections, as transcend and surpass them all. The Scriptures tell us more positively, and plainly;
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that God is Almighty, Omniscient, Omnipresent, Infinite, Eternal, Unchangeable, All-sufficient, Holy, Righteous, Gracious;
that God is Almighty, Omniscient, Omnipresent, Infinite, Eternal, Unchangeable, All-sufficient, Holy, Righteous, Gracious;
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the Portion, the Protection, the Rewarder, yea the exceeding great Reward of them that diligently seek him.
the Portion, the Protection, the Rewarder, yea the exceeding great Reward of them that diligently seek him.
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And this is he, that is in the promise. God is in the promise. I must not inlarge in this spatious Field;
And this is he, that is in the promise. God is in the promise. I must not enlarge in this spacious Field;
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I shall keep nearer the Text, and shall confine my self to these four particulars.
I shall keep nearer the Text, and shall confine my self to these four particulars.
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1. God is in the Promise, as the God of Peace, as the Authour and bestower of Peace.
1. God is in the Promise, as the God of Peace, as the Author and bestower of Peace.
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The greatest of Blessings, is the Blessing of Peace, Peace hath all blessings included in it.
The greatest of Blessings, is the Blessing of Peace, Peace hath all blessings included in it.
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It hath possession, fruition, and security; it hath plenty, pleasure and s•fety:
It hath possession, fruition, and security; it hath plenty, pleasure and s•fety:
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where there's no peace, there's no security for the holding, nor opportunity of enjoying what we have.
where there's no peace, there's no security for the holding, nor opportunity of enjoying what we have.
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Whatewe have, we have it as if we had it not. Peace is the greatest of Blessings.
Whatewe have, we have it as if we had it not. Peace is the greatest of Blessings.
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Peace with God is the most glorious of Peace.
Peace with God is the most glorious of Peace.
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What is there that's excellent, what is there that's desirable, that is not comprehended in this Peace with God? Where there's Peace, there's Pardon; guilt cannot consist with this Peace;
What is there that's excellent, what is there that's desirable, that is not comprehended in this Peace with God? Where there's Peace, there's Pardon; guilt cannot consist with this Peace;
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being justified by Faith, we have peace with God. Where there's Peace, there's Grace, and holiness;being justified by Faith, we have peace with God. Where there's Peace, there's Grace, and holiness;
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there's no Peace saith my God, to the wicked. Where there's Peace, there's Love, and good will.there's no Peace Says my God, to the wicked. Where there's Peace, there's Love, and good will.
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As love, so peace is the union of hearts. The God of Peace is with you, signifies no less then this;
As love, so peace is the Union of hearts. The God of Peace is with you, signifies no less then this;
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the Almighty God beares you good will. These two, peace and good will, are Twins: On Earth peace, good will towards men.
the Almighty God bears you good will. These two, peace and good will, Are Twins: On Earth peace, good will towards men.
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Where there's peace, there's life everlasting life; Internall, is the seed of eternall, peace.
Where there's peace, there's life everlasting life; Internal, is the seed of Eternal, peace.
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This peace is a Portion; peace with God is our possession of the God of Peace:
This peace is a Portion; peace with God is our possession of the God of Peace:
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This peace is a Sanctuary; if the God of Peace be with us, the Peace of God will keep our hearts.
This peace is a Sanctuary; if the God of Peace be with us, the Peace of God will keep our hearts.
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Christians, in the Wo•ld you must have trouble; suppose you have, yet in him you shall have peace, who hath overcome the World.Christians, in the Wo•ld you must have trouble; suppose you have, yet in him you shall have peace, who hath overcome the World.
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Isa. 26. 3. Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, (in peace, peace 'tis in the Originall) whose mind is stayed on thee, Psal. 85. 8. I will hear what the Lord God will speak, he will speak peace to the People, and to his Saints.
Isaiah 26. 3. Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, (in peace, peace it's in the Original) whose mind is stayed on thee, Psalm 85. 8. I will hear what the Lord God will speak, he will speak peace to the People, and to his Saints.
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What a clattering is there in the World? what tumults, and commotions, are raised about the followers of Christ;
What a clattering is there in the World? what tumults, and commotions, Are raised about the followers of christ;
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as if the World were falling about their ears? The Devill speaks wrath; evill men speak death, and bonds to them;
as if the World were falling about their ears? The devil speaks wrath; evil men speak death, and bonds to them;
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breathing out threatnings, reproaches, persecutions against them.
breathing out threatenings, Reproaches, persecutions against them.
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In the midst of all this fearful noyse, Ile hearken, saith the Psalmist, what the Lord God will speak, Whatsoever men or Devils speak, Ile hearken,
In the midst of all this fearful noise, I'll harken, Says the Psalmist, what the Lord God will speak, Whatsoever men or Devils speak, I'll harken,
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if the Lord God speak at the same rate. Oh no, he will speak peace to his Saints:
if the Lord God speak At the same rate. O no, he will speak peace to his Saints:
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Let the Sons of contention do what they can, the Sons of God shall be Sons of Peace;
Let the Sons of contention do what they can, the Sons of God shall be Sons of Peace;
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they shall live in peace, they shall dye in peace, they shall dwell in peace for ever.
they shall live in peace, they shall die in peace, they shall dwell in peace for ever.
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Isa. 32. 17. 18. The work of Righteousness shall be Peace, and the effect of Righteousness shall be quietness, and assurance for ever.
Isaiah 32. 17. 18. The work of Righteousness shall be Peace, and the Effect of Righteousness shall be quietness, and assurance for ever.
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And my people shall dwell in a peaceable Habitation, and in sure dwellings, and in quiet resting places; And my people shall dwell in a peaceable Habitation, and in sure dwellings, and in quiet resting places;
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Oh how great is the peace that they have, who love thy Law. Christians fear not to follow God;
O how great is the peace that they have, who love thy Law. Christians Fear not to follow God;
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let not that sad word, nor the fulfilling of it, scare you out of your duty.
let not that sad word, nor the fulfilling of it, scare you out of your duty.
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All that will live godly in Christ Jesus, shall suffer persecution. All that will live godly in christ jesus, shall suffer persecution.
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What if they do? wh•lest you are able to say, I am persecuted, but I have peace;
What if they do? wh•lest you Are able to say, I am persecuted, but I have peace;
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I am poor, but I have peace; in a Prison, but I have peace; in a Wilderness, but I have peace;
I am poor, but I have peace; in a Prison, but I have peace; in a Wilderness, but I have peace;
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though all the World be against me, God is at peace, my Soul is in peace;
though all the World be against me, God is At peace, my Soul is in peace;
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what discouragement should all that be to you!
what discouragement should all that be to you!
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2. He that is the God of peace, is the God of power. He promises peace,
2. He that is the God of peace, is the God of power. He promises peace,
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and he promises no more then he can perform. He can create peace, he can make their enemies to be at peace with them.
and he promises no more then he can perform. He can create peace, he can make their enemies to be At peace with them.
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He can make a league for them, with the Beasts of the field; with the Lions, with the Wolves, with the most brutish among the people.
He can make a league for them, with the Beasts of the field; with the Lions, with the Wolves, with the most brutish among the people.
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He can say to the proud Winds and Waves, peace, be still, and they obey him.
He can say to the proud Winds and Waves, peace, be still, and they obey him.
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He can give them rest [ from ] the dayes of adversity; he can give them rest [ in ] the dayes of adversity;
He can give them rest [ from ] the days of adversity; he can give them rest [ in ] the days of adversity;
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he can give his Beloved sleep, upon the points of Swords and Spears.
he can give his beloved sleep, upon the points of Swords and Spears.
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3. He that is the God of peace, is the God of patience. This is my great fear, that though God g•ves,
3. He that is the God of peace, is the God of patience. This is my great Fear, that though God g•ves,
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yet I shall break my peace; The God of peace with me? oh! this is he whom I dishonour, and disoblige daily;
yet I shall break my peace; The God of peace with me? o! this is he whom I dishonour, and disoblige daily;
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by my distrusts, discontents, impatiencies, murmerings; and what peace to such an heart? what peace, so long as such unbelief;
by my distrusts, discontents, impatiences, murmurings; and what peace to such an heart? what peace, so long as such unbelief;
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so much iniquity, as I find daily within me, remains upon me? Will he, with whom no iniquity can dwell, dwell in that heart, where there is so much iniquity, by which he is provoked every day!
so much iniquity, as I find daily within me, remains upon me? Will he, with whom no iniquity can dwell, dwell in that heart, where there is so much iniquity, by which he is provoked every day!
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but he that is the God of peace, is also the God of patience;
but he that is the God of peace, is also the God of patience;
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who though he will not bear the iniquities of his adversaries, yet he will bear much with the infirmities of his People.
who though he will not bear the iniquities of his Adversaries, yet he will bear much with the infirmities of his People.
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Psal 89. 30. &c. If his Children forsake my Law, and walk not in my Judgments;
Psalm 89. 30. etc. If his Children forsake my Law, and walk not in my Judgments;
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if they break my Statutes, and keep not my Commandements; then will I visit their transgressions with a Rod, and their iniquities with stripes.
if they break my Statutes, and keep not my commandments; then will I visit their transgressions with a Rod, and their iniquities with stripes.
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Nevertheless, my loving kindness will I not utterly take from him, nor suffer my faithfulness to fail. Nevertheless, my loving kindness will I not utterly take from him, nor suffer my faithfulness to fail.
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4. He that is the God of peace, is the God of hope. I have no peace in possession, whatever there be in the promise.
4. He that is the God of peace, is the God of hope. I have no peace in possession, whatever there be in the promise.
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I live in the fire, am born a man of contention.
I live in the fire, am born a man of contention.
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What likelyhood is there, that I should ever live to see a good day? my comforts are broken, my Estate is lost, my liberty is gone;
What likelihood is there, that I should ever live to see a good day? my comforts Are broken, my Estate is lost, my liberty is gone;
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friends I have none, enemies I have many, and mighty, I dwell in Mesech, I have my habitation in the Tents of Kedar; I am for peace, they are for War:
Friends I have none, enemies I have many, and mighty, I dwell in Mesech, I have my habitation in the Tents of Kedar; I am for peace, they Are for War:
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whither ever I look, round about me, before me, behind me, on the right hand, or on the left, all speaks trouble and errour to me. I have no peace;
whither ever I look, round about me, before me, behind me, on the right hand, or on the left, all speaks trouble and error to me. I have no peace;
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What, nor no hope of peace neither? where is thy God man? hast thou a God in thee,
What, nor no hope of peace neither? where is thy God man? hast thou a God in thee,
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and yet no hope in thee? the God of peace, and yet no peace! the God of hope, and yet no hope!
and yet no hope in thee? the God of peace, and yet no peace! the God of hope, and yet no hope!
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the God of hope will yet fill thee with joy and peace in believing. the God of hope will yet fill thee with joy and peace in believing.
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Rom. 15. 13. Why art th•u cast down oh my Soul, and why art thou disquieted within me? hope in God,
Rom. 15. 13. Why art th•u cast down o my Soul, and why art thou disquieted within me? hope in God,
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for I shall yet praise him, who is the health of my countenance and my God. for I shall yet praise him, who is the health of my countenance and my God.
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Psal. 43. 11. The God of hope will open a Window of hope in the darkest times, a door of hope in the most desperate cases.
Psalm 43. 11. The God of hope will open a Window of hope in the Darkest times, a door of hope in the most desperate cases.
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The God of hope will bear up the spirits of his Saints, in hope against hope;
The God of hope will bear up the spirits of his Saints, in hope against hope;
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and this hope will never disappoint them.
and this hope will never disappoint them.
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It shall never be said, there is no peace, there is no hope, till it can be said, there is no God in Israel.
It shall never be said, there is no peace, there is no hope, till it can be said, there is no God in Israel.
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But how, or in what sence, is it to be understood, that this God of peace will be with us. I answer in 3. particulars.
But how, or in what sense, is it to be understood, that this God of peace will be with us. I answer in 3. particulars.
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1. The heart of God will be with you.
1. The heart of God will be with you.
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Josephs blessing, the good will of him that dwelt in the Bush, will be thy portion.Josephs blessing, the good will of him that dwelled in the Bush, will be thy portion.
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Deut. 33. what was that Bush? the Church, or Israel of God. What case was the Bush in? 'twas all on a light fire; 'twas all in a flame.Deuteronomy 33. what was that Bush? the Church, or Israel of God. What case was the Bush in? 'twas all on a Light fire; 'twas all in a flame.
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Who was it that dwelt in the Bush? God was in the Bush; And that kept it from consuming, though not from burning.
Who was it that dwelled in the Bush? God was in the Bush; And that kept it from consuming, though not from burning.
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The good will of this God shall be with thee: his love, his favour, his care.
The good will of this God shall be with thee: his love, his favour, his care.
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I love them that love me, Prov. 8. 17. The Lord loveth the Righteous, Psal. 146. 8. The love of God, is the womb of all good.I love them that love me, Curae 8. 17. The Lord loves the Righteous, Psalm 146. 8. The love of God, is the womb of all good.
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Hence sprang the morning Star, from the love of God came the Son of God; hence came that womb of the morning, the blessed Gospel;
Hence sprang the morning Star, from the love of God Come the Son of God; hence Come that womb of the morning, the blessed Gospel;
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which is so big with glorious grace; with light, life, pardon, peace, glory, immortality; from the love of God came the glorious Gospel of God.
which is so big with glorious grace; with Light, life, pardon, peace, glory, immortality; from the love of God Come the glorious Gospel of God.
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The upper Springs, all spiritual and heavenly blessings;The upper Springs, all spiritual and heavenly blessings;
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the nether Springs, all earthly and outward blessings do all rise, and bubble up out of this Fountain, the love of God. The pretious things of Heaven, the pretious Fruits brought forth by the Sun;
the neither Springs, all earthly and outward blessings do all rise, and bubble up out of this Fountain, the love of God. The precious things of Heaven, the precious Fruits brought forth by the Sun;
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the pretious Fruits put forth by the Moon; the chief things of the antient Mountains, the pretious things of the lasting Hills;
the precious Fruits put forth by the Moon; the chief things of the ancient Mountains, the precious things of the lasting Hills;
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the pretious things of the Earth, and the fulness thereof; All these flow in with the good will of him that dwelt in the Bush. Love is all;the precious things of the Earth, and the fullness thereof; All these flow in with the good will of him that dwelled in the Bush. Love is all;
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the Apostle tells us, Rom. 13. our love to God, is the fulfilling of the Law;
the Apostle tells us, Rom. 13. our love to God, is the fulfilling of the Law;
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that is, it will bring forth all that to God, all that duty, and obedience, which the Law requires.
that is, it will bring forth all that to God, all that duty, and Obedience, which the Law requires.
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I may tell you, that Gods love to us, is the fulfilling of the Gospel, that is, it will powre down all that upon us, it will do all that for us, which the Gospel promises. Look over the whole Gospel;
I may tell you, that God's love to us, is the fulfilling of the Gospel, that is, it will pour down all that upon us, it will do all that for us, which the Gospel promises. Look over the Whole Gospel;
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read, and study every pretious leaf, and line of that blessed Book;
read, and study every precious leaf, and line of that blessed Book;
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and if there be enough in all that, to make thee blessed, and to encourage thee on in thy holy course, all this is thine.
and if there be enough in all that, to make thee blessed, and to encourage thee on in thy holy course, all this is thine.
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Thou hast that love of God with thee, which will fulfill the Gospel; there shall not one jot or tittle fail thee, of all that the Gospel promises.
Thou hast that love of God with thee, which will fulfil the Gospel; there shall not one jot or tittle fail thee, of all that the Gospel promises.
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The zeal of the Lord of Hosts will perform this. Isa. 9. 7. 2. The help of God will be with you, the Lord will be your helper in the day of your distress.The zeal of the Lord of Hosts will perform this. Isaiah 9. 7. 2. The help of God will be with you, the Lord will be your helper in the day of your distress.
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Heb. 13. 5, 6. He hath said, I will never leave thee nor forsake thee. Hebrew 13. 5, 6. He hath said, I will never leave thee nor forsake thee.
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So that we may boldly say, The Lord is my helper, I will not fear what man can do unto me.
So that we may boldly say, The Lord is my helper, I will not Fear what man can do unto me.
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He hath said, I will not leave thee;
He hath said, I will not leave thee;
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and therefore we may say, I will not fear: He hath said, I will be, and therefo•e we may boldly say, the Lord is my helper:
and Therefore we may say, I will not Fear: He hath said, I will be, and therefo•e we may boldly say, the Lord is my helper:
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He hath said, He will not forsake, he will helpe;
He hath said, He will not forsake, he will help;
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and who is he that shall say, There is no help for thee in thy God.
and who is he that shall say, There is no help for thee in thy God.
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There's no man, whose Case may not be so desperate, as to be above all humane help.
There's no man, whose Case may not be so desperate, as to be above all humane help.
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If he should cry out, as the Woman to the King of Israel; Help O King;
If he should cry out, as the Woman to the King of Israel; Help Oh King;
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the King must answer, If the Lord do not help thee, whence shall I help thee? If he should cry out, Help O Man of God;
the King must answer, If the Lord do not help thee, whence shall I help thee? If he should cry out, Help Oh Man of God;
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the Man of God must answer, If the Lord do not help thee, whence shall I help thee? If he cry out, Help O my friends, my Wit, my Policy, my Purse;
the Man of God must answer, If the Lord do not help thee, whence shall I help thee? If he cry out, Help Oh my Friends, my Wit, my Policy, my Purse;
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all these must answer, If the Lord do not help thee, whence shall we help thee? But what case is there, wherein an [ Help Lord ] will not do.
all these must answer, If the Lord do not help thee, whence shall we help thee? But what case is there, wherein an [ Help Lord ] will not do.
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Foolish men count their case desperate, when they come to their [ God help, ] that's an usuall expression, to set forth the extremity and helplesness of any mans case.
Foolish men count their case desperate, when they come to their [ God help, ] that's an usual expression, to Set forth the extremity and Helplessness of any men case.
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When we see men even lost in any misery, and their case even utterly hopeless;
When we see men even lost in any misery, and their case even utterly hopeless;
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then to signifie our sense of such mens lost condition, we cry out, God help that man, God help that woman, they are lost Creatures.
then to signify our sense of such men's lost condition, we cry out, God help that man, God help that woman, they Are lost Creatures.
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I, but if men did understand and consider what the help of the Lord is;
I, but if men did understand and Consider what the help of the Lord is;
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they would see there could be no case so desperate, but an Help Lord, might recover all: 1 Sam. 30. 6. when David was greatly distressed,
they would see there could be no case so desperate, but an Help Lord, might recover all: 1 Sam. 30. 6. when David was greatly distressed,
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and all was gone, he encouraged himself in the Lord his God. Consider here two things.
and all was gone, he encouraged himself in the Lord his God. Consider Here two things.
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1. What his Case then was; he was in great distress; he had lost all that ever he had;
1. What his Case then was; he was in great distress; he had lost all that ever he had;
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his spoils that he had taken were all gone, his Corn, and his Cattell, his Wives,
his spoils that he had taken were all gone, his Corn, and his Cattle, his Wives,
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and his City were all lost; he had not an habitation in all the World;
and his city were all lost; he had not an habitation in all the World;
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he had nothing left him but a poor Army, and these were worse than lost, they were even ready to fall upon him.
he had nothing left him but a poor Army, and these were Worse than lost, they were even ready to fallen upon him.
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The people spake of stoning him, but he encouraged himself in the Lord his God. 2. What the event hereupon was; The people spoke of stoning him, but he encouraged himself in the Lord his God. 2. What the event hereupon was;
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why God help'd him to all he had again: vers. 19. There was nothing lacking to them, neither small nor great, neither sons, nor daughters;why God helped him to all he had again: vers. 19. There was nothing lacking to them, neither small nor great, neither Sons, nor daughters;
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neither spoil, nor any thing they had taken, David recovered all. Hence note,
neither spoil, nor any thing they had taken, David recovered all. Hence note,
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1. That a Christian when he hath lost all, hath yet a God to go to at last.
1. That a Christian when he hath lost all, hath yet a God to go to At last.
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2. Whilest a Christian hath a God to go to, his case is never desperate; let him but encourage himself in his God, and all will be recovered.
2. Whilst a Christian hath a God to go to, his case is never desperate; let him but encourage himself in his God, and all will be recovered.
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Sinners, triumph not over the poor people of God;
Sinners, triumph not over the poor people of God;
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when they are at their worst, when they are brought as low as your Pride and Malice can lay them;
when they Are At their worst, when they Are brought as low as your Pride and Malice can lay them;
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though they should be stript naked, and left destitute of all their comforts, though all the World should ride on their backs,
though they should be stripped naked, and left destitute of all their comforts, though all the World should ride on their backs,
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and tread on their necks, yet rejoyce not against them: though they fall, they shall arise;
and tread on their necks, yet rejoice not against them: though they fallen, they shall arise;
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when they are at their worst, there's still help for them in their God. 3. The presence of the Lord shall be with them.
when they Are At their worst, there's still help for them in their God. 3. The presence of the Lord shall be with them.
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Whither soever they may be scattered, they shall not be scattered from their Go•.
Whither soever they may be scattered, they shall not be scattered from their Go•.
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That Promise made to Moses, Exod. 33. 14. My presence shall go with thee, belongs to all the Israel of God.
That Promise made to Moses, Exod 33. 14. My presence shall go with thee, belongs to all the Israel of God.
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[ My presence ] in the Original, 'tis my face; in the Septuagint, my self shall go with thee. [ My presence ] in the Original, it's my face; in the septuagint, my self shall go with thee.
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The presence of God is either, Generall, or Speciall. By his generall presence, he is every where;
The presence of God is either, General, or Special. By his general presence, he is every where;
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1. Per essentiam, he fills all things. 2. Per Cognitionem, he beholds all things. 3. Per Sustentationem, he upholds all things. 4. Per Dominium, he governs all things.
1. Per essentiam, he fills all things. 2. Per Cognitionem, he beholds all things. 3. Per Sustentationem, he upholds all things. 4. Per Dominium, he governs all things.
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But to let this passe, as not so proper to our purpose. 2. There is his Speciall, or gracious Presence;
But to let this pass, as not so proper to our purpose. 2. There is his Special, or gracious Presence;
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whereby he manifests himself to be with his people, 1. In some visible, and standing tokens of his presence;
whereby he manifests himself to be with his people, 1. In Some visible, and standing tokens of his presence;
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as in those extraordinary, the Pillars of the Cloud, and of the Fire;
as in those extraordinary, the Pillars of the Cloud, and of the Fire;
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and in those ordinary, the Ark and the Temple, of old, and the Ordinances of the Gospel now.
and in those ordinary, the Ark and the Temple, of old, and the Ordinances of the Gospel now.
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2. In some inward influences, and irradiations, upon the hearts of his people. 3. In some visible and signall effects of his presence; whereof there are very many.
2. In Some inward influences, and irradiations, upon the hearts of his people. 3. In Some visible and signal effects of his presence; whereof there Are very many.
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There are, amongst others, these two notable effects, of Gods gracious presence; which his people, by vertue of this Promise, may with confidence expect, Conduction, Covering;
There Are, among Others, these two notable effects, of God's gracious presence; which his people, by virtue of this Promise, may with confidence expect, Conduction, Covering;
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they shall be Led in their way; and they shall be Hid in their way. 1. Conduction;
they shall be Led in their Way; and they shall be Hid in their Way. 1. Conduction;
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the Lord will be with them, to lead them and guide them in the way that they should go. the Lord will be with them, to led them and guide them in the Way that they should go.
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Psal. 25. 9, 12. The Meek will he guide in Judgment, the meek will he teach in his way.
Psalm 25. 9, 12. The Meek will he guide in Judgement, the meek will he teach in his Way.
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Psal. 107. 7. He led them forth by the right way, that they might go to a City of habitation.Psalm 107. 7. He led them forth by the right Way, that they might go to a city of habitation.
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Psal. 5. 8. Lead me, O Lord, in thy righteousness, because of mine Enemies, make thy way strait before my face.Psalm 5. 8. Led me, Oh Lord, in thy righteousness, Because of mine Enemies, make thy Way strait before my face.
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The Lord leads his people in their way, chiefly by his Word, which is a light to their feet,
The Lord leads his people in their Way, chiefly by his Word, which is a Light to their feet,
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and a lanthorn to their paths:
and a lantern to their paths:
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And sometimes also by his Providences, hedging up all by-wayes, and leaving but one way open to them, that hath the least appearance of the way of God.
And sometime also by his Providences, hedging up all byways, and leaving but one Way open to them, that hath the least appearance of the Way of God.
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So ordering the matter, that any other way that is before them, look;
So ordering the matter, that any other Way that is before them, look;
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with too foul a face, to leave any doubt upon them, whether that be the way of God or not.
with too foul a face, to leave any doubt upon them, whither that be the Way of God or not.
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It's never uncomfortable to the people of God, while they see their way before them: Doubts about their way, are more perplexing, than dangers in their way.
It's never uncomfortable to the people of God, while they see their Way before them: Doubts about their Way, Are more perplexing, than dangers in their Way.
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When they know what God would have them do, they can chearfully trust him for any thing they are like to suffer.
When they know what God would have them doe, they can cheerfully trust him for any thing they Are like to suffer.
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Dost thou meet with Wolves or Lions in thy way? thou mayst bless God 'tis there thou meetest them, 'twould be ill meeting them elsewhere.
Dost thou meet with Wolves or Lions in thy Way? thou Mayest bless God it's there thou meetest them, 'twould be ill meeting them elsewhere.
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2. Covering or Protection in their way:
2. Covering or Protection in their Way:
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Psal. 31. 20. Thou shalt hide them in the secret of thy presence, from the pride of man; Psalm 31. 20. Thou shalt hide them in the secret of thy presence, from the pride of man;
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thou shalt keep them secretly in a pavision, from the strife of tongues. [ Thou shalt hide them in thy presence ] or face;thou shalt keep them secretly in a pavision, from the strife of tongues. [ Thou shalt hide them in thy presence ] or face;
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thy light shall be their dark place to cover them:
thy Light shall be their dark place to cover them:
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Thou art my hiding place, Ps•l. 32. 7. [ In the secret of thy presence ] the Saints hiding place is a secret:Thou art my hiding place, Ps•l. 32. 7. [ In the secret of thy presence ] the Saints hiding place is a secret:
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Such, where neither the pride of men can find them, nor can they understand wha• it is.
Such, where neither the pride of men can find them, nor can they understand wha• it is.
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Reproaches shall not find them, persecutions shall not find them, whose Souls are hid in God:
Reproaches shall not find them, persecutions shall not find them, whose Souls Are hid in God:
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they are not found, when they are found;
they Are not found, when they Are found;
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they are hid when they seem to lye most open, and most exposed to mens will, and lust.
they Are hid when they seem to lie most open, and most exposed to men's will, and lust.
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Sinners do not understand what refuge the Saints have in God. It is a great secret, a mystery to them:
Sinners do not understand what refuge the Saints have in God. It is a great secret, a mystery to them:
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as the joy of the Saints, the comforts of the Saints, are a secret; A stranger shall not meddle with his joy:
as the joy of the Saints, the comforts of the Saints, Are a secret; A stranger shall not meddle with his joy:
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So is their safety or security; they do not understand what kind, nor how great security;
So is their safety or security; they do not understand what kind, nor how great security;
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what sure, nor what sweet repose, the Saints find in God.
what sure, nor what sweet repose, the Saints find in God.
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The secret of God's presence is a sure, and a sweet resting place, for all his Saints;
The secret of God's presence is a sure, and a sweet resting place, for all his Saints;
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but how sure, and how sweet, no man knows, but they that enjoy it. The secret intimations, of the care of God for them;
but how sure, and how sweet, no man knows, but they that enjoy it. The secret intimations, of the care of God for them;
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of his everlasting kindness to them; of his governing hand, in all that befalls them, working it to their greater good;
of his everlasting kindness to them; of his governing hand, in all that befalls them, working it to their greater good;
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the secret supports and refreshings darted in, as the beams of his Countenance;
the secret supports and refreshings darted in, as the beams of his Countenance;
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their secret sence, that their head, their main, is in safety, though they have bruises in their heel, will yield such rest in the day of greatest adversity,
their secret sense, that their head, their main, is in safety, though they have bruises in their heel, will yield such rest in the day of greatest adversity,
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as men can neither see, nor take from them.
as men can neither see, nor take from them.
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The Pillar of the Cloud interposed, did both hinder the Egyptians pursuit, and hide from their eyes, the comfort of that light which shined upon the Camp of Israel. Moses knew what the comfort of God's presence meant,
The Pillar of the Cloud interposed, did both hinder the egyptians pursuit, and hide from their eyes, the Comfort of that Light which shined upon the Camp of Israel. Moses knew what the Comfort of God's presence meant,
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when he said, Exod. 33. 15. If thy presence go not with us, carry us not hence.
when he said, Exod 33. 15. If thy presence go not with us, carry us not hence.
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'Tis (if considered) a great word: Israel was then in a Wilderness; among wild beasts, among briars, and thorns, in a weary pilgrimage;
It's (if considered) a great word: Israel was then in a Wilderness; among wild beasts, among briers, and thorns, in a weary pilgrimage;
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but they had God among them:
but they had God among them:
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The Lord was carrying them to Canaan, the Land of their rest, a Land flowing wi•h milk & honey:
The Lord was carrying them to Canaan, the Land of their rest, a Land flowing wi•h milk & honey:
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but Moses prayes, If thy presence go not with us, carry us not hence.
but Moses prays, If thy presence go not with us, carry us not hence.
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We had rather be where we are, in a Wilderness with God, than go to Canaan, and leave our God behind us.
We had rather be where we Are, in a Wilderness with God, than go to Canaan, and leave our God behind us.
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If thy presence go with us, we are willing to go; when thou wilt, whither thou wilt, which way thou wilt;
If thy presence go with us, we Are willing to go; when thou wilt, whither thou wilt, which Way thou wilt;
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though by the Tents of Edomites, Ishmaelites, Moabites, Hagarens;
though by the Tents of Edomites, Ishmaelites, Moabites, Hagarens;
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though through the Armies of Anakims, Zamzummims: wee'l go any whither, so God go with us.
though through the Armies of Anakims, Zamzummims: we'll go any whither, so God go with us.
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The absence of God makes a Canaan worse than a Wilderness; the presence of God makes a Wilderness better than a Canaan: And this presence of God, shall be the Lott of all his Saints.
The absence of God makes a Canaan Worse than a Wilderness; the presence of God makes a Wilderness better than a Canaan: And this presence of God, shall be the Lot of all his Saints.
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Reas. 2. If God be with you, all shall make for you: All Providential Occurrences, and Events whatsoever;Reas. 2. If God be with you, all shall make for you: All Providential Occurrences, and Events whatsoever;
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all Difficulties, Straits, Disasters, Disappointments, whatsoever, that may come upon you, shall make for your good.
all Difficulties, Straits, Disasters, Disappointments, whatsoever, that may come upon you, shall make for your good.
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Rom. 8. 31. If God be with us, who can be against us? Who can be against us!Rom. 8. 31. If God be with us, who can be against us? Who can be against us!
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that is, None can be against us: Or if any be, yet those that are against you shall be for you.
that is, None can be against us: Or if any be, yet those that Are against you shall be for you.
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Gen. 42. 36. Joseph is not, and Simeon is not (said old Jacob) and must Benjamin away too!Gen. 42. 36. Joseph is not, and Simeon is not (said old Jacob) and must Benjamin away too!
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all these things are aginst me: but yet as old as he was, he lived to see all making for him.all these things Are against me: but yet as old as he was, he lived to see all making for him.
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Rom. 8. 26. We know all things shall work together for good to those that love God. Rom. 8. 26. We know all things shall work together for good to those that love God.
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This is such a Promise, as, if it were throughly believed, would set our feet on the necks of all our fears and dangers;
This is such a Promise, as, if it were thoroughly believed, would Set our feet on the necks of all our fears and dangers;
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and will prove the truth of Sampson 's riddle, Out of the eater came meat, and out of the strong, sweetness.
and will prove the truth of Sampson is riddle, Out of the eater Come meat, and out of the strong, sweetness.
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Now because there is so great encouragement to godliness in it, I shall spend the more time in inlarging upon it;
Now Because there is so great encouragement to godliness in it, I shall spend the more time in enlarging upon it;
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and shall shew, 1. What those things are which are especially intended, in that comprehensive term (all things.) 2. What that good is, which these things shall work to. 3. To whom these things shall work for good. 4. How these things shall work for good. 5. That they shall undoubtedly work for good, to them that love God.
and shall show, 1. What those things Are which Are especially intended, in that comprehensive term (all things.) 2. What that good is, which these things shall work to. 3. To whom these things shall work for good. 4. How these things shall work for good. 5. That they shall undoubtedly work for good, to them that love God.
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1. What those things are, which are especially intended, in that comprehensive term [ All things. ] Some there are,
1. What those things Are, which Are especially intended, in that comprehensive term [ All things. ] some there Are,
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as Augustine with others, who understand it universally, of all things whatsoever, whether good or evill, extending it even to the Sins of the Saints. It's true, God doth often bring good our of these evils;
as Augustine with Others, who understand it universally, of all things whatsoever, whither good or evil, extending it even to the Sins of the Saints. It's true, God does often bring good our of these evils;
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making use of former sins, to be forces against future:
making use of former Sins, to be forces against future:
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as the thorn, that did hurt in the Garden, will be of use in the hedg;
as the thorn, that did hurt in the Garden, will be of use in the hedge;
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sin often becomes its own death, which was intended to be the death of the Soul:
since often becomes its own death, which was intended to be the death of the Soul:
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There's nothing that doth make the Sinner more weary, and wary of sin, than Sin it self;
There's nothing that does make the Sinner more weary, and wary of since, than since it self;
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the review of what we have done, doth oftenest fright us from doing so any more.
the review of what we have done, does oftenest fright us from doing so any more.
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When you look back on sin, and see its face, (for sin carries its face in its back) you'l fear it the more,
When you look back on since, and see its face, (for since carries its face in its back) You'll Fear it the more,
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when ever you meet it again.
when ever you meet it again.
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There's no argument doth more effectually humble, and break the heart, and make it more fearful,
There's no argument does more effectually humble, and break the heart, and make it more fearful,
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and watchful against sin, than the shame, and the smart of those sins we have fallen by:
and watchful against since, than the shame, and the smart of those Sins we have fallen by:
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he that hath felt the wound, will take heed how he playes with edge-tools.
he that hath felt the wound, will take heed how he plays with edge-tools.
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This is true, God doth often make this use of sin, to be its own cure:
This is true, God does often make this use of since, to be its own cure:
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and therefore 'tis not seldom seen, that the chief of Sinners have come to be the chief of Saints. Yet, besides, that this is not the subject matter that the Apostle is here treating of;
and Therefore it's not seldom seen, that the chief of Sinners have come to be the chief of Saints. Yet, beside, that this is not the Subject matter that the Apostle is Here treating of;
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let those that bring sin within the compass of this promise, and make this to run into the sence of it;
let those that bring since within the compass of this promise, and make this to run into the sense of it;
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that even all the sins of the Saints shall work for their good, let such tell us,
that even all the Sins of the Saints shall work for their good, let such tell us,
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how, or in what way it's imaginable, that the sinful decayes of such who backslide from God,
how, or in what Way it's imaginable, that the sinful decays of such who backslide from God,
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and never recover to their former life, and vigour, but live and die in a languishing state of Soul;
and never recover to their former life, and vigour, but live and die in a languishing state of Soul;
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let them tell us, how such sins can be imagined to work for their good: till then, we must enter our dissent from this Interpretation.
let them tell us, how such Sins can be imagined to work for their good: till then, we must enter our dissent from this Interpretation.
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This then is not the sence of the promise, that all sins shall work together for good.
This then is not the sense of the promise, that all Sins shall work together for good.
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And yet if it were, it would be but a poor argument, to take the more liberty to sin,
And yet if it were, it would be but a poor argument, to take the more liberty to since,
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because God will turn it to good;
Because God will turn it to good;
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this would be even as rational, as for a man to tear his flesh, break his bones, pluck out his eyes, burn his house, &c. because God will turn all his suffering to good:
this would be even as rational, as for a man to tear his Flesh, break his bones, pluck out his eyes, burn his house, etc. Because God will turn all his suffering to good:
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he is little better than mad, that would not conclude such a man out of his Wits.
he is little better than mad, that would not conclude such a man out of his Wits.
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Others restrain it to the evill things that befall the Saints; not the turpia, but the tristia, their sufferings and afflications;
Others restrain it to the evil things that befall the Saints; not the Turpia, but the Tristia, their sufferings and afflications;
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to that vanity, and those vexations, they are in bondage under, and under which, with the whole Creation, they groan and travail in pain, waiting for their redemption;
to that vanity, and those vexations, they Are in bondage under, and under which, with the Whole Creation, they groan and travail in pain, waiting for their redemption;
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of which, the Apostle had been treating in the former part of the Chapter. And yet while they pitch the sence, especially on such things as these;
of which, the Apostle had been treating in the former part of the Chapter. And yet while they pitch the sense, especially on such things as these;
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they grant it may be extended to all other things, sin only excepted; ad omnes res, creaturas, eventus, tum secundos, tum adversos:
they grant it may be extended to all other things, sin only excepted; ad omnes Rest, Creaturas, eventus, tum secundos, tum adversos:
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To all things and events, whether prosperous or afflicting. So Paraeus, with others. And these I take to have hit the right.
To all things and events, whither prosperous or afflicting. So Pareus, with Others. And these I take to have hit the right.
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All heavy things, all the sufferings and afflictions of the Saints;
All heavy things, all the sufferings and afflictions of the Saints;
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and not only these, but all things else whatsoever, that in the whole course of Providence be their lot or portion:
and not only these, but all things Else whatsoever, that in the Whole course of Providence be their lot or portion:
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all the dealings of God with them, all the dispensations of Providence towards them, shall all work for their good.
all the dealings of God with them, all the dispensations of Providence towards them, shall all work for their good.
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2. What is that good, which these things work to the Saints; or in what sence all things may be said to work good to them.
2. What is that good, which these things work to the Saints; or in what sense all things may be said to work good to them.
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The sence in generall is this; They shall all work to their welfare; they shall all happen to them for the better:
The sense in general is this; They shall all work to their welfare; they shall all happen to them for the better:
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there shall nothing befall them, but one time or other, they shall have reason to say;
there shall nothing befall them, but one time or other, they shall have reason to say;
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'Twas well for me, that it was thus with me.
'Twas well for me, that it was thus with me.
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The wisdom and goodness of God, did cut out suce portions continually for me, did lead me thorow such a series and succession of cases and events, which though I could not understand,
The Wisdom and Goodness of God, did Cut out suce portions continually for me, did led me thorough such a series and succession of cases and events, which though I could not understand,
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yet now I see that every condition, every contingency and occurrence of my life, through which Providence led me, was useful,
yet now I see that every condition, every contingency and occurrence of my life, through which Providence led me, was useful,
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and could not well have been wanted, but it would have been the worse for me. Thus in the generall.
and could not well have been wanted, but it would have been the Worse for me. Thus in the general.
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Particularly, for the fuller understanding what good it is that all things to, consider, That there is a Twofold good of the Saints;
Particularly, for the fuller understanding what good it is that all things to, Consider, That there is a Twofold good of the Saints;
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Such as they obtain and enjoy, whilest they are in via, in their way or Course;
Such as they obtain and enjoy, whilst they Are in via, in their Way or Course;
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or such as they shall obtain, when they are in termino: when they are gotten to the end of their way,
or such as they shall obtain, when they Are in termino: when they Are got to the end of their Way,
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when they are come to their place. Or thus; There is a Three-fold good of the Saints, Temporall. Spirituall. Eternall.
when they Are come to their place. Or thus; There is a Threefold good of the Saints, Temporal. Spiritual. Eternal.
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1. Temporall good, or our bona corporis, the outward good things of this life, which may serve,
1. Temporal good, or our Bona corporis, the outward good things of this life, which may serve,
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and please, and delight us in these dayes of our pilgrimage;
and please, and delight us in these days of our pilgrimage;
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which may abide with us, and attend us to our graves, but there will take their leave of us.
which may abide with us, and attend us to our graves, but there will take their leave of us.
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2. Spirituall good, or our bona animae, and those are either, 1. External, as the Ordinances of God;
2. Spiritual good, or our Bona Spirits, and those Are either, 1. External, as the Ordinances of God;
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the Light, Liberties, and priviledges of the Gospel;
the Light, Liberties, and privileges of the Gospel;
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the Society, and Communion of Saints, and our peaceful and plentiful enjoying of them. 2. Internal,
the Society, and Communion of Saints, and our peaceful and plentiful enjoying of them. 2. Internal,
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as spiritual Grace, Faith, Love, Hope, Patience, &c.
as spiritual Grace, Faith, Love, Hope, Patience, etc.
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3. Eternal good, or that glory and joy, that everlasting rest and peace, the possession of that Inheritance incorruptible,
3. Eternal good, or that glory and joy, that everlasting rest and peace, the possession of that Inheritance incorruptible,
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and undefiled, that is reserved in Heaven for us. Now here note these things.
and undefiled, that is reserved in Heaven for us. Now Here note these things.
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1. That our bona corporis, our outward good things, are only good for us, as they are conducible ad bonum spirituale, to the good of our Souls.
1. That our Bona corporis, our outward good things, Are only good for us, as they Are conducible ad bonum spiritual, to the good of our Souls.
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The bona viae, are only good in the event, when they tend to the bonum Patriae. This World is but a Nursery for Eternity;
The Bona Viae, Are only good in the event, when they tend to the bonum Patriae. This World is but a Nursery for Eternity;
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we are planted in this, in order to our transplanting into the other World;
we Are planted in this, in order to our transplanting into the other World;
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and whatever we have here, is either good, or evill, according to the respect that it bears to hereafter:
and whatever we have Here, is either good, or evil, according to the respect that it bears to hereafter:
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As far forth as our immortal part is improved by these perishing things, so far forth onely are they good for us.
As Far forth as our immortal part is improved by these perishing things, so Far forth only Are they good for us.
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He that hath this Worlds goods, and is not hereby made more rich towards God; he who prospers in this World, and yet his Soul doth not prosper;
He that hath this World's goods, and is not hereby made more rich towards God; he who prospers in this World, and yet his Soul does not prosper;
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much more, he whose worldly fulness becomes the emptiness, and leanness of his Soul:
much more, he whose worldly fullness becomes the emptiness, and leanness of his Soul:
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Are these good things good for him? Is he in prosperity upon a true account, whose Soul prospers not? It is not ever good to prosper in the World;
are these good things good for him? Is he in Prosperity upon a true account, whose Soul prospers not? It is not ever good to prosper in the World;
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it cannot be universally said, It's good to be rich, it's good to be in health, it's good to be in honour, it's good to be at liberty;
it cannot be universally said, It's good to be rich, it's good to be in health, it's good to be in honour, it's good to be At liberty;
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the contrary may sometimes be true;
the contrary may sometime be true;
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it's good to be poor, to be sick, to be in disgrace, to be in bonds;
it's good to be poor, to be sick, to be in disgrace, to be in bonds;
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the necessity of our Souls doth not seldom require it:
the necessity of our Souls does not seldom require it:
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Then alone is it good to be full, and to abound, when our outward abundance farthers our spiritual welfare.
Then alone is it good to be full, and to abound, when our outward abundance farthers our spiritual welfare.
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Christians, could we receive this truth, That our outward good things are only good for us,
Christians, could we receive this truth, That our outward good things Are only good for us,
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as far forth as they conduce to our spiritual good; could we receive this truth, and live under the power of it;
as Far forth as they conduce to our spiritual good; could we receive this truth, and live under the power of it;
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what a different judgment should we then have of all these worldly matters, from what we have? and how strangely would the course of this world be then changed? Would there then be such violent and eager pursuing these carnal things? Would there then be such whining,
what a different judgement should we then have of all these worldly matters, from what we have? and how strangely would the course of this world be then changed? Would there then be such violent and eager pursuing these carnal things? Would there then be such whining,
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and complaining, and murmuring at every cross providence? We would then say, This may be good for me;
and complaining, and murmuring At every cross providence? We would then say, This may be good for me;
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good for my Soul, how sad soever it looks.
good for my Soul, how sad soever it looks.
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2. That external spiritual good things, the Ministry, and Ordinances of the Gospel, &c. are so far good to us,
2. That external spiritual good things, the Ministry, and Ordinances of the Gospel, etc. Are so Far good to us,
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as they conduce to our internal spiritual good:
as they conduce to our internal spiritual good:
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and they being ordinarily so, it must be concluded, That ordinarily it is good for us, that we enjoy them,
and they being ordinarily so, it must be concluded, That ordinarily it is good for us, that we enjoy them,
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and be not deprived of them.
and be not deprived of them.
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God may see the cutting Christians short of those priviledges, and Liberties, to be sometimes needful for them;
God may see the cutting Christians short of those privileges, and Liberties, to be sometime needful for them;
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and then even this also makes for their good: Whereof more anon.
and then even this also makes for their good: Whereof more anon.
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3. That our inward spiritual good, is good for us, so far forth as it tends to our eternal good:
3. That our inward spiritual good, is good for us, so Far forth as it tends to our Eternal good:
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and therefore grace is ever good for us. It's ever true;
and Therefore grace is ever good for us. It's ever true;
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It's good to be holy, good to be humble, to be in the fear of God,
It's good to be holy, good to be humble, to be in the Fear of God,
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and to flourish in his grace.
and to flourish in his grace.
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We may have too much Money, too much Credit, but we can never have too much grace.
We may have too much Money, too much Credit, but we can never have too much grace.
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Our greatest flourishing and fruitfulness in grace, will certainly abound to our more full reward.
Our greatest flourishing and fruitfulness in grace, will Certainly abound to our more full reward.
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4. Note, That this is the plain sence, and meaning of the promise, All things shall work [ for good, ] that is, Whatsoever befalls, shall certainly promote our internal, and eternal welfare;
4. Note, That this is the plain sense, and meaning of the promise, All things shall work [ for good, ] that is, Whatsoever befalls, shall Certainly promote our internal, and Eternal welfare;
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And as far forth as the outward Priviledges of the Gospel, yea, and the good things of this life, conduce towards this, all shall work for these also.
And as Far forth as the outward Privileges of the Gospel, yea, and the good things of this life, conduce towards this, all shall work for these also.
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If it be good for us to rich, if it be good for us to be in honour, good for us to be at liberty;
If it be good for us to rich, if it be good for us to be in honour, good for us to be At liberty;
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good for our Souls, good in reference to our eternal state; if it be good for us that we enjoy the Ministry of the Gospel;
good for our Souls, good in Referente to our Eternal state; if it be good for us that we enjoy the Ministry of the Gospel;
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there shall nothing befall us, that shall hinder; there shall be nothing wanting to us, that might further this our good.
there shall nothing befall us, that shall hinder; there shall be nothing wanting to us, that might further this our good.
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The Summe is, That all providential dispensations shall be so ordered, that we shall want nothing but what it's better want than have:
The Sum is, That all providential dispensations shall be so ordered, that we shall want nothing but what it's better want than have:
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We shall uffer nothing but what we cannot well be without, but what the good of our Souls requires;
We shall uffer nothing but what we cannot well be without, but what the good of our Souls requires;
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and that which we do possess, and that which we do suffer, shall not fail of bringing about its end, the advancing our eternal good.
and that which we do possess, and that which we do suffer, shall not fail of bringing about its end, the advancing our Eternal good.
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And if this be the meaning, what a glorious Promise is this? What can any rational man desire more? nothing shall befall him but shall be for his good:
And if this be the meaning, what a glorious Promise is this? What can any rational man desire more? nothing shall befall him but shall be for his good:
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He shall be deprived or kept short of nothing, but what he had better be without than have.
He shall be deprived or kept short of nothing, but what he had better be without than have.
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He that is unsatisfied with this Promise, it is either from Lust or Unbelief; Either he doth not believe, that God is true, and will perform this Word:
He that is unsatisfied with this Promise, it is either from Lust or Unbelief; Either he does not believe, that God is true, and will perform this Word:
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or else 'tis because his Lust must be satisfied, though with the denyal of his Reason and Interest;
or Else it's Because his Lust must be satisfied, though with the denial of his Reason and Interest;
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he that desires an Estate in the World, Ease, Pleasure, Liberty, or any thing else upon any other terms,
he that Desires an Estate in the World, Ease, Pleasure, Liberty, or any thing Else upon any other terms,
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but as they may be for his reall good, hath as much lost his Wits as his Faith:
but as they may be for his real good, hath as much lost his Wits as his Faith:
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and he that will take upon him to know what's good for him, better than God, may as well take upon him to govern the World.
and he that will take upon him to know what's good for him, better than God, may as well take upon him to govern the World.
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You may with as good reason, desire a Feaver, or a Dropsie, that you may have the pleasure of your drink;
You may with as good reason, desire a Fever, or a Dropsy, that you may have the pleasure of your drink;
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as for the pleasures that carnal things would bring you in, to desire them, when they would be a snare to your Souls.
as for the pleasures that carnal things would bring you in, to desire them, when they would be a snare to your Souls.
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3. To whom these things shall work for good; To them that love God, to them that are called according to his purpose: To the people of God;
3. To whom these things shall work for good; To them that love God, to them that Are called according to his purpose: To the people of God;
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who, you see, are here described by their Election and Vocation, [ the called according to his purpose ] and their Sanctification, [ they that love God, ] Love is, as I told you before, the fulfilling of the Law.
who, you see, Are Here described by their Election and Vocation, [ the called according to his purpose ] and their Sanctification, [ they that love God, ] Love is, as I told you before, the fulfilling of the Law.
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Love God, and you will live in the obedience of his whole Will: These are the people, to whom this Promise is made;
Love God, and you will live in the Obedience of his Whole Will: These Are the people, to whom this Promise is made;
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prove your Calling and Election, prove your Sanctification, and you may write your names in this glorious Promise;
prove your Calling and Election, prove your Sanctification, and you may write your names in this glorious Promise;
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All things shall work for your good. All things shall work for your good.
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To those that are Rebels, and Reprobates from God, all things shall work together for evil.
To those that Are Rebels, and Reprobates from God, all things shall work together for evil.
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Whil'st things hurtful work together for good to the Saints; all good things work together for the hurt of Sinners:
Whilst things hurtful work together for good to the Saints; all good things work together for the hurt of Sinners:
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their Peace hurts them, their plenty hurts them, their pleasure hurts them; yea, both their prosperity, and adversity; their plenty, and their poverty; their pleasure, and their trouble;
their Peace hurts them, their plenty hurts them, their pleasure hurts them; yea, both their Prosperity, and adversity; their plenty, and their poverty; their pleasure, and their trouble;
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their honour and disgrace, every thing that befalls them, turns to their prejudice. Their prosperity destroy• them; their Table is their snare; their pleasures are their plagues;
their honour and disgrace, every thing that befalls them, turns to their prejudice. Their Prosperity destroy• them; their Table is their snare; their pleasures Are their plagues;
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and their very punishments are turned into sin:
and their very punishments Are turned into since:
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every thing that befalls them, heightens and hardens them in their wickedness, and ripens them for vengeance.
every thing that befalls them, heightens and hardens them in their wickedness, and ripens them for vengeance.
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God is not with them, and therefore nothing prospers with them.
God is not with them, and Therefore nothing prospers with them.
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God is with his Saints, and therefore nothing comes amiss to them, but all for their greater advantage:
God is with his Saints, and Therefore nothing comes amiss to them, but all for their greater advantage:
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Christians, this is your portion, and your peculiar, wherein the men of this World shall neither partake with you,
Christians, this is your portion, and your peculiar, wherein the men of this World shall neither partake with you,
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nor be ever able to deprive you of it. 4. How all things shall work for their good;
nor be ever able to deprive you of it. 4. How all things shall work for their good;
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in special, how shall the evill things, the Sufferings of this life be for their good:
in special, how shall the evil things, the Sufferings of this life be for their good:
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How can this be? Must we disbelieve our Senses, lay down our Reasons, ere we can believe the Scriptures? Must we call evil, good;
How can this be? Must we disbelieve our Senses, lay down our Reasons, ere we can believe the Scriptures? Must we call evil, good;
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and good, evil? Must we count darkness light, and light darkness? Is pleasure pain,
and good, evil? Must we count darkness Light, and Light darkness? Is pleasure pain,
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and pain pleasure? Is loss gain, and gain loss? Is ease torment, and torment ease? Doth Religion make things cease to be what they are,
and pain pleasure? Is loss gain, and gain loss? Is ease torment, and torment ease? Does Religion make things cease to be what they Are,
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and to be what they are not? or at least, Must we believe, that darkness is the Mother of light, that good is the daughter of evil? Can we gather grapes of thorns,
and to be what they Are not? or At least, Must we believe, that darkness is the Mother of Light, that good is the daughter of evil? Can we gather grapes of thorns,
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or figs of thistles? Can darkness give light, or death it self bring forth life? Must we say, that contraries no longer destroy,
or figs of thistles? Can darkness give Light, or death it self bring forth life? Must we say, that contraries no longer destroy,
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but produce each other, and that the womb brings forth its own destruction? How can these things be?
but produce each other, and that the womb brings forth its own destruction? How can these things be?
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But must God give a Reason of his actions, or else they are not! though evil cannot bring forth good, darkness cannot bring forth light;
But must God give a Reason of his actions, or Else they Are not! though evil cannot bring forth good, darkness cannot bring forth Light;
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yet, Cannot God bring forth good out of evill, light out of darkness? Though darkness cannot bring forth light;
yet, Cannot God bring forth good out of evil, Light out of darkness? Though darkness cannot bring forth Light;
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evil cannot bring forth good, by a natural causation;
evil cannot bring forth good, by a natural causation;
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yet, Cannot God make evil an occasion of good? Though it do not work efficiently, yet can it not work objectively neither to it? Though the torment the Medicine puts men to, be not ease yet, May it not work towards ease? May not the storm,
yet, Cannot God make evil an occasion of good? Though it do not work efficiently, yet can it not work objectively neither to it? Though the torment the Medicine puts men to, be not ease yet, May it not work towards ease? May not the storm,
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though it help not, yet hasten the Labourer on his work, the Traveller on his way? May not the darkness of the night, make more diligent in the day? May not sickness teach men more temperance, and poverty more frugality? But to proceed more distinctly;
though it help not, yet hasten the Labourer on his work, the Traveller on his Way? May not the darkness of the night, make more diligent in the day? May not sickness teach men more temperance, and poverty more frugality? But to proceed more distinctly;
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How can the Saints evil things work to their good? That they do so, cannot be denyed,
How can the Saints evil things work to their good? That they do so, cannot be denied,
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unless we will deny, not only Scripture, but common Sense, and Experience; but how comes it to pass? I answer, in 4. Particulars:
unless we will deny, not only Scripture, but Common Sense, and Experience; but how comes it to pass? I answer, in 4. Particulars:
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1. The Afflictions and Tribulations of the Saints are the way that leads them on to the possession of that good, which God hath intended to them;
1. The Afflictions and Tribulations of the Saints Are the Way that leads them on to the possession of that good, which God hath intended to them;
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afflictions are the way of the Kingdom; the Cross is the way to the Crown. Acts 14. 22. Through many Tribulations we must enter into the Kingdom of God.afflictions Are the Way of the Kingdom; the Cross is the Way to the Crown. Acts 14. 22. Through many Tribulations we must enter into the Kingdom of God.
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Psal. 66. 11, 12. Thou broughtest us into the net, thou hast laid affliction upon our loyns, thou hast caused men to ride over our heads:Psalm 66. 11, 12. Thou Broughtest us into the net, thou hast laid affliction upon our loins, thou hast caused men to ride over our Heads:
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we went through fire and water, thou broughtest us into a wealthy place. Observe it; Their Troubles are their way to their Triumph;
we went through fire and water, thou Broughtest us into a wealthy place. Observe it; Their Troubles Are their Way to their Triumph;
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their very falling into the net, their way to escape. Their Enemies boast; Escape! Arise!
their very falling into the net, their Way to escape. Their Enemies boast; Escape! Arise!
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yes, let them free themselves with such hopes while they will, we have them sure enough, we have them under foot, we have them in the net:
yes, let them free themselves with such hope's while they will, we have them sure enough, we have them under foot, we have them in the net:
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If this be their way, wee'l keep them in their way long enough; now we have them down, they shall not be able to rise.
If this be their Way, we'll keep them in their Way long enough; now we have them down, they shall not be able to rise.
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I, but yet it appears, through all this the Lord led them forth into a wealthy place.
I, but yet it appears, through all this the Lord led them forth into a wealthy place.
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The High-way of the proud is not their more ready way to the dust, than the dust of Saints is their sure way to honour.
The Highway of the proud is not their more ready Way to the dust, than the dust of Saints is their sure Way to honour.
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When Israel were to go to Canaan, they must take the Brick-Kilnes, the Red Sea, the Wilderness, Jordan, in their way:
When Israel were to go to Canaan, they must take the Brick-kilnes, the Read Sea, the Wilderness, Jordan, in their Way:
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Could any one have imagined, that the bondage, the straits they were under, the doubling their Tasks, the cruelty of their Task-Masters, their enclosure at the Red Sea, did mean any good to them? yet,
Could any one have imagined, that the bondage, the straits they were under, the doubling their Tasks, the cruelty of their Task-Masters, their enclosure At the Read Sea, did mean any good to them? yet,
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How fell it out at last? their darkest dispensations had light in their latter end;
How fell it out At last? their Darkest dispensations had Light in their latter end;
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Their greatest bondage leads on to their greatest liberty. Every cross Providence, is a step to the accomplishment of the Promise;
Their greatest bondage leads on to their greatest liberty. Every cross Providence, is a step to the accomplishment of the Promise;
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the Wheel is ever moving on to its end; it moves still forwards, even when it seems to go quite backwards:
the Wheel is ever moving on to its end; it moves still forward, even when it seems to go quite backwards:
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As the River, by its many turnings and windings, forwards and backwards, is still in motion to the Sea,
As the River, by its many turnings and windings, forward and backwards, is still in motion to the Sea,
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when it seems to be running quite contrary. Christians, if ever the Salvation of God seems to be removed farther off from you;
when it seems to be running quite contrary. Christians, if ever the Salvation of God seems to be removed farther off from you;
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if the work of God should at any time seem to go backwards;
if the work of God should At any time seem to go backwards;
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if cross Winds should turn the whole course, so that you appear rather to be marching back to Egypt, than on to Canaan; yet be not discouraged;
if cross Winds should turn the Whole course, so that you appear rather to be marching back to Egypt, than on to Canaan; yet be not discouraged;
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though your way be an unlikely, and unpromising way, though you be led about forwards, and backwards, yet still you are making on:
though your Way be an unlikely, and unpromising Way, though you be led about forward, and backwards, yet still you Are making on:
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though the lesser Wheels be never so cross and contrary in their motions, yet the great Wheel is still moving Right on to your blessed and hoped end.
though the lesser Wheels be never so cross and contrary in their motions, yet the great Wheel is still moving Right on to your blessed and hoped end.
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God intends your good, your spiritual good here, your eternal good hereafter:
God intends your good, your spiritual good Here, your Eternal good hereafter:
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and believe it now, for he will let you see it hereafter, that those very things which most threaten your miscarriage,
and believe it now, for he will let you see it hereafter, that those very things which most threaten your miscarriage,
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and a total abortion of your hopes, are made all to concur to the bringing them about,
and a total abortion of your hope's, Are made all to concur to the bringing them about,
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and to your more full and speedy possession of them. Note farther here two Things. 1. All things work;
and to your more full and speedy possession of them. Note farther hear two Things. 1. All things work;
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not they shall work, de futuro, but de presenti, they do work;
not they shall work, de futuro, but de presenti, they do work;
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as the Apostle says, The Mystery of Iniquity; so we may say, The Mystery of the Saints Redemption doth already work;
as the Apostle Says, The Mystery of Iniquity; so we may say, The Mystery of the Saints Redemption does already work;
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the work is already on the wheel, and every wheel is in its motion for you:
the work is already on the wheel, and every wheel is in its motion for you:
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not onely your Brethren; the Saints and Angels, who all are praying for your peace,
not only your Brothers; the Saints and Angels, who all Are praying for your peace,
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and seeking your good, but your Enemies also, the Dragon, with all his Armies, are at work for you;
and seeking your good, but your Enemies also, the Dragon, with all his Armies, Are At work for you;
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all the Councils of this World, are already sitting upon the very matter: God hath call'd them together for this purpose, the Pope, with all his Conclave; the Jesuits, Priests, Monks, and Friars, with all their Covents; yea, the Devil, with all his Conclave of Hell, are all at work for the good of Saints. It's true, they mean not,
all the Councils of this World, Are already sitting upon the very matter: God hath called them together for this purpose, the Pope, with all his Conclave; the Jesuits, Priests, Monks, and Friars, with all their Covents; yea, the devil, with all his Conclave of Hell, Are all At work for the good of Saints. It's true, they mean not,
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nor intend any such thing, their Designs are against you; they count, they are working for themselves;
nor intend any such thing, their Designs Are against you; they count, they Are working for themselves;
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as 'tis said concerning the Assyrian, Isa. 10. 6, 7. God sent him forth upon a Design of his own, to execute his Counsel, in the punishing o• Hypocrities; to purge out the Chaff from the Wheat• nevertheless, he meaneth not so,
as it's said Concerning the assyrian, Isaiah 10. 6, 7. God sent him forth upon a Design of his own, to execute his Counsel, in the punishing o• Hypocrites; to purge out the Chaff from the Wheat• nevertheless, he means not so,
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nor doth his heart thi•• so: nor does his heart thi•• so:
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the Assyrian minds not what God's Design is 〈 ◊ 〉 but follows his own Design;
the assyrian minds not what God's Design is 〈 ◊ 〉 but follows his own Design;
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fights for himself, an• spoils for himself; but God's Design is still carrye• on by him, though he think not of it.
fights for himself, an• spoils for himself; but God's Design is still carrye• on by him, though he think not of it.
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All the Events in the World are driving the sam• way;
All the Events in the World Are driving the sam• Way;
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every Disease or Infirmity that comes upo• you, every Loss that you sustain, every Scoff or Re•proach that you suffer;
every Disease or Infirmity that comes upo• you, every Loss that you sustain, every Scoff or Re•proach that you suffer;
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the shame in your Faces the Sorrow of your Hearts, the Torment in you Bowels, the Aches in your Bones, are all workin• your good.
the shame in your Faces the Sorrow of your Hearts, the Torment in you Bowels, the Aches in your Bones, Are all workin• your good.
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All the changes of your Conditions, you fair Weather and your foul, your Sun-shine and you Clouds, your Plenty and your Wants, your Eases an• your Pains, your Liberties and your Prisions, are 〈 ◊ 〉 making for you;
All the changes of your Conditions, you fair Weather and your foul, your Sunshine and you Clouds, your Plenty and your Wants, your Eases an• your Pains, your Liberties and your Prisions, Are 〈 ◊ 〉 making for you;
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your good is already working 〈 ◊ 〉 all these Things.
your good is already working 〈 ◊ 〉 all these Things.
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See Christians, what an Harvest of Blessedness 〈 ◊ 〉 growing up to you, out of this Promise; the Seed 〈 ◊ 〉 already sowing, your good is already working;
See Christians, what an Harvest of Blessedness 〈 ◊ 〉 growing up to you, out of this Promise; the Seed 〈 ◊ 〉 already sowing, your good is already working;
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Go• is at work, the whole Creation is at work, Men an• Angels, good men and evil men, Friends and Enemies, Heaven and Earth,
Go• is At work, the Whole Creation is At work, Men an• Angels, good men and evil men, Friends and Enemies, Heaven and Earth,
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and Hell, are already ing•ged to work your good. 2. They work together, that is, as some understand it, they work together with God:
and Hell, Are already ing•ged to work your good. 2. They work together, that is, as Some understand it, they work together with God:
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all these second causes work together with the first cause;
all these second Causes work together with the First cause;
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or 〈 ◊ 〉 others, They work together amongst themselves There is such a concatenation and concentring of 〈 ◊ 〉 these second causes, in the same Design, that however they seem to thwart,
or 〈 ◊ 〉 Others, They work together among themselves There is such a concatenation and concentring of 〈 ◊ 〉 these second Causes, in the same Design, that however they seem to thwart,
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and cross, and destroy som• of them, what the others build and advance, yet the• are all united in their End;
and cross, and destroy som• of them, what the Others built and advance, yet the• Are all united in their End;
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they jointly contribute to the Weal of the Saints. Though, if I mistake not, this latter be the more sence of the two:
they jointly contribute to the Weal of the Saints. Though, if I mistake not, this latter be the more sense of the two:
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Yet I know no reason, why both may not be understood.
Yet I know no reason, why both may not be understood.
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In the hand, and under the conduction of Providence, all these lower Things concur and co-operate in the good of the Church.
In the hand, and under the conduction of Providence, all these lower Things concur and cooperate in the good of the Church.
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By the way, observe, what an Harmony there is, in all the Works of Providence: The most cross and thwarting Occurrences, do all conspire,
By the Way, observe, what an Harmony there is, in all the Works of Providence: The most cross and thwarting Occurrences, do all conspire,
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and go hand in hand, to bring about the same End. As the differing Vertues of various Drugs, do all concur to make up the Medicine:
and go hand in hand, to bring about the same End. As the differing Virtues of various Drugs, do all concur to make up the Medicine:
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As the differing sounds of several strings or Instruments, do altogether make up the Melody:
As the differing sounds of several strings or Instruments, do altogether make up the Melody:
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As the differing Colours in a Picture, the dark as well as the brighter, do jointly contribute to the Beauty of the Piece;
As the differing Colours in a Picture, the dark as well as the Brighter, do jointly contribute to the Beauty of the Piece;
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no less do the most contrary, and contradictory Actions and Events, both make up the Beauty of Providence, and jointly subserve that one End, to which, by an unseen Hand,
no less doe the most contrary, and contradictory Actions and Events, both make up the Beauty of Providence, and jointly subserve that one End, to which, by an unseen Hand,
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and an all-seeing Eye, they are directed, and intended.
and an All-seeing Eye, they Are directed, and intended.
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2. The evill things that befall the Saints, come upon them to keep out worse things.
2. The evil things that befall the Saints, come upon them to keep out Worse things.
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Where ever the cross comes, if it had not come, something worse might? The Cross may be a means to secure from the Curse: The Curse was slain on the Cross of Christ; and our Cross also hath its use, to the delivering us from it.
Where ever the cross comes, if it had not come, something Worse might? The Cross may be a means to secure from the Curse: The Curse was slave on the Cross of christ; and our Cross also hath its use, to the delivering us from it.
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1 Cor. 11. 32. We are chastened of the Lord, that we should not be condemned with the World; Periissem nisi periissem:
1 Cor. 11. 32. We Are chastened of the Lord, that we should not be condemned with the World; Periissem nisi periissem:
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I had died, if I had not suffer'd: 'Tis more mens cases, besides his that spake it;
I had died, if I had not suffered: It's more men's cases, beside his that spoke it;
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'tis no bad Exchange, to have a Cross in stead of a Curse. 3. The evill things of the Saints, prepare them for better things;
it's no bad Exchange, to have a Cross in stead of a Curse. 3. The evil things of the Saints, prepare them for better things;
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That they may work good for them, they are working them to good;
That they may work good for them, they Are working them to good;
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working out their sinne and iniquity, wearying them of sin, Hosea 2. 6. I will hedge up her way with Thorns,
working out their sin and iniquity, wearying them of since, Hosea 2. 6. I will hedge up her Way with Thorns,
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then shall she say, I will return: Sin brought in Afflictions into the World, and Afflictions help to carry sin out;then shall she say, I will return: since brought in Afflictions into the World, and Afflictions help to carry since out;
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the Cross, to which Sin was once nail'd, is now nail'd to Sin:
the Cross, to which since was once nailed, is now nailed to since:
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The Saints can seldom be medling with Sin, but they find it too heavy for them;
The Saints can seldom be meddling with since, but they find it too heavy for them;
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The Cross, that is nail'd at the farther end of it, makes it a Burthen which they cannot bear.
The Cross, that is nailed At the farther end of it, makes it a Burden which they cannot bear.
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In some sence, not onely the Bloud of the Lamb, but the Bloud of the Sheep may purge away Sin;
In Some sense, not only the Blood of the Lamb, but the Blood of the Sheep may purge away since;
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though onely the NONLATINALPHABET can expiate and take away the guilt; yet the NONLATINALPHABET may have their place, in purging away the filth of sin:
though only the can expiate and take away the guilt; yet the may have their place, in purging away the filth of since:
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By this shall the Iniquity of Jacob be purged, and this is all the fruit to take away his sinne. By this shall the Iniquity of Jacob be purged, and this is all the fruit to take away his sin.
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Our Lord beats the Devil with his own Weapons, by those very means, purging his Saints, by which he endeavours to pollute them;
Our Lord beats the devil with his own Weapons, by those very means, purging his Saints, by which he endeavours to pollute them;
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making those very Persecutions, by which he labours to force them from Holiness, to fix them in it:
making those very Persecutions, by which he labours to force them from Holiness, to fix them in it:
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A fawning World does them more mi•chief, than a fuming Devil, By that the Devil hath cast up his Cards, he will find himself a Loser by all his Rage. Christians, comfort your hearts;
A fawning World does them more mi•chief, than a fuming devil, By that the devil hath cast up his Cards, he will find himself a Loser by all his Rage. Christians, Comfort your hearts;
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those Flouds that are cast forth against you, shall but wash you the whiter, and make you more meet to be partakers of the Inheritance of the Saints in Light:
those Floods that Are cast forth against you, shall but wash you the Whiter, and make you more meet to be partakers of the Inheritance of the Saints in Light:
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your Purgatory prepares you for your Paradice. No unclean thing must enter in thither;
your Purgatory prepares you for your Paradise. No unclean thing must enter in thither;
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and you are not like to be made so clean, as by falling into the •ands of the unclean.
and you Are not like to be made so clean, as by falling into the •ands of the unclean.
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The Saints never look so well;
The Saints never look so well;
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like Sheep come from the washing, as when they come up from the pots, their very black makes them comely. Oh Christians!
like Sheep come from the washing, as when they come up from the pots, their very black makes them comely. O Christians!
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what a comfort would it be, if your Experiences might come in, and seal to this Truth:
what a Comfort would it be, if your Experiences might come in, and seal to this Truth:
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If you could say, Thus it hath been with me; before I was afflicted, I went astray:
If you could say, Thus it hath been with me; before I was afflicted, I went astray:
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I was proud, and vain, and wanton, and slothful, and carnal, but now have I kept thy Word.
I was proud, and vain, and wanton, and slothful, and carnal, but now have I kept thy Word.
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Sinners, whatever your mind be in persecuting the Saints, never think to debauch them by it;
Sinners, whatever your mind be in persecuting the Saints, never think to debauch them by it;
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if that be your aim, you mistake your course;
if that be your aim, you mistake your course;
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the living Spark which God hath kindled in them, will not be blown out, but be blown up, by your puffing at it;
the living Spark which God hath kindled in them, will not be blown out, but be blown up, by your puffing At it;
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the Dirt you cast upon them, doth but scour them the brighter:
the Dirt you cast upon them, does but scour them the Brighter:
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You take the best course you can, to keep them closer to the Lord, and his way:
You take the best course you can, to keep them closer to the Lord, and his Way:
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The warm Sun, will more hazard the loss of their Garments ▪ than the blustring Wind:
The warm Sun, will more hazard the loss of their Garments ▪ than the blustering Wind:
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Let them alone, the Spirit of the Lord within them, will be too hard for Hell, with all its black Regiments;
Let them alone, the Spirit of the Lord within them, will be too hard for Hell, with all its black Regiments;
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and will not onely secure them, but advance them yet higher, by all their Assaults. These Stars shine the brightest, when the Night is darkest:
and will not only secure them, but advance them yet higher, by all their Assaults. These Stars shine the Brightest, when the Night is Darkest:
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When you have done your worst, 'twill be the better with them;
When you have done your worst, it'll be the better with them;
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though they will not thank you, yet they will thank God, for what they have suffer'd by you.
though they will not thank you, yet they will thank God, for what they have suffered by you.
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If this be your aim, to make them like your selves, you may set your hearts at rest,
If this be your aim, to make them like your selves, you may Set your hearts At rest,
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and give over such a vain attempt:
and give over such a vain attempt:
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Your fury is like to do as little to force them, as your vertues are to invite them to a compliance with you.
Your fury is like to do as little to force them, as your Virtues Are to invite them to a compliance with you.
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Your Faces are too foul to draw them into your love, and yet not fierce enough to drive them into your fear.
Your Faces Are too foul to draw them into your love, and yet not fierce enough to drive them into your Fear.
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Sathan, try thy utmost strength and skill, and if thou losest not by thine own play at last,Sathan, try thy utmost strength and skill, and if thou losest not by thine own play At last,
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if thou find'st not the poor people of God gotten nearer Heaven, by thy attempts of plucking them down to Hell, •hen let thy Lyes be believed, before the Everlasting Gospel.
if thou Findest not the poor people of God got nearer Heaven, by thy attempts of plucking them down to Hell, •hen let thy Lies be believed, before the Everlasting Gospel.
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Christians, make me not asham'd in this same confident boasting of you; yea, contradict not your God, by suffe•ing your selves to be corrupted by evil men.
Christians, make me not ashamed in this same confident boasting of you; yea, contradict not your God, by suffe•ing your selves to be corrupted by evil men.
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The Lord himself hath adventur'd deep upon your integrity and stedfastness:
The Lord himself hath adventured deep upon your integrity and steadfastness:
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The Honour of his Truth and Faithfulness lies at stake, he hath said, They shall not be afraid of any evil tidings, their heart is fixed, trusting in the Lord, Psal. 112. 7. He hath said, By this shall their iniquity be purged,
The Honour of his Truth and Faithfulness lies At stake, he hath said, They shall not be afraid of any evil tidings, their heart is fixed, trusting in the Lord, Psalm 112. 7. He hath said, By this shall their iniquity be purged,
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and this shall be all the fruit, to take away their sin. God hath said, All things shall work together for good to them. and this shall be all the fruit, to take away their since. God hath said, All things shall work together for good to them.
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They shall not be the worse, but the better, for all that befalls them:
They shall not be the Worse, but the better, for all that befalls them:
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They shall love me and my holy ways the more, they shall cleave unto me the closer, they shall be made more pure, and more tender:
They shall love me and my holy ways the more, they shall cleave unto me the closer, they shall be made more pure, and more tender:
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by all they suffer for Righteousness sake, they shall love Conscience, and their Integrity, and Faithfulness to it, never the worse,
by all they suffer for Righteousness sake, they shall love Conscience, and their Integrity, and Faithfulness to it, never the Worse,
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for that it hath cost them so dear;
for that it hath cost them so dear;
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but shall prize it the more, and be the more wary and tender, how they pollute and turn aside from it.
but shall prize it the more, and be the more wary and tender, how they pollute and turn aside from it.
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God hath adventur'd deep on you, make not him a Liar;
God hath adventured deep on you, make not him a Liar;
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the Devil and his Instruments will be ready to say, concerning you, as once he did to the Lord, concerning his Servant Job: Put them into our power, let us have the handling of them a while,
the devil and his Instruments will be ready to say, Concerning you, as once he did to the Lord, Concerning his Servant Job: Put them into our power, let us have the handling of them a while,
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and thou shalt quickly s•• what truth there is in them ▪ or what trust there is to them;
and thou shalt quickly s•• what truth there is in them ▪ or what trust there is to them;
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they'l curse thee to thy face, they'l deny thee to thy face, they'l eat their own words, they'l be ashamed of their God, their Godliness, and Confidence. They'll curse thee to thy face, They'll deny thee to thy face, They'll eat their own words, They'll be ashamed of their God, their Godliness, and Confidence.
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Let God be true, Christians, and the Devil a Liar;
Let God be true, Christians, and the devil a Liar;
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be living commentaries on this Blessed Text: Let the World, and their black Prince see, that they cannot make you miserable,
be living commentaries on this Blessed Text: Let the World, and their black Prince see, that they cannot make you miserable,
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because they cannot make you sinners like themselves:
Because they cannot make you Sinners like themselves:
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That you are still the more upright, for falling into the hands of a crooked Generation:
That you Are still the more upright, for falling into the hands of a crooked Generation:
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Let them see, that though your God will not suffer you, yet you are contented, to serve him for nothing.
Let them see, that though your God will not suffer you, yet you Are contented, to serve him for nothing.
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That though his He•ge be re••oved from you, yet your Heart is not removed from him:
That though his He•ge be re••oved from you, yet your Heart is not removed from him:
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Be able to say, Though all this be come upon us, Our heart is not turned back,
Be able to say, Though all this be come upon us, Our heart is not turned back,
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neither have we deelined thy way. neither have we deelined thy Way.
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Let your standing and increasing in the Grace of God, and abounding in the Works of Righteousness, be a standing Witness for God in the World,
Let your standing and increasing in the Grace of God, and abounding in the Works of Righteousness, be a standing Witness for God in the World,
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and a Seal to his Scriptures, and in special to the Glorious Truth of this Text.
and a Seal to his Scriptures, and in special to the Glorious Truth of this Text.
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4. The evil things of the Saints, prepare better things for them; their sufferings go into their Reward:
4. The evil things of the Saints, prepare better things for them; their sufferings go into their Reward:
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As the sufferings of Christ abound in us, so our consolation also aboundeth by Christ: Every suffering comes with a comfort in its Belly;As the sufferings of christ abound in us, so our consolation also Aboundeth by christ: Every suffering comes with a Comfort in its Belly;
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and the sweet is so great, as swallows up the bitter; 'tis a hundred fold, that the Saints gain by all their Losses in this Life,
and the sweet is so great, as Swallows up the bitter; it's a hundred fold, that the Saints gain by all their Losses in this Life,
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but how great shall their Reward be in Heaven, 2 Cor. 4. 17. Our light affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding Eternal Weight of Glory.
but how great shall their Reward be in Heaven, 2 Cor. 4. 17. Our Light affliction, which is but for a moment, works for us a Far more exceeding Eternal Weight of Glory.
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They shall not onely have weight for weight, measure for measure; their Load of Glory, for their Load of Sufferings;
They shall not only have weight for weight, measure for measure; their Load of Glory, for their Load of Sufferings;
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but they shall have over-weight, over-measure; good measure, pressed down, heaped together, and running over, shall then be given unto them:
but they shall have overweight, overmeasure; good measure, pressed down, heaped together, and running over, shall then be given unto them:
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According to their deep Poverty, shall be the height of their Riches;
According to their deep Poverty, shall be the height of their Riches;
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according as their blackness hath been in their Houses of Bondage, shall be their Brightness in the Land of Promise;
according as their blackness hath been in their Houses of Bondage, shall be their Brightness in the Land of Promise;
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for all thy shame thou shalt have double: for all thy shame thou shalt have double:
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The double of thy Reproach in Renown, the double of thy Tears in Triumphs, all thy bottled Tears shall be returned in Flagons of Joy,
The double of thy Reproach in Renown, the double of thy Tears in Triumphos, all thy bottled Tears shall be returned in Flagons of Joy,
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yea in Rivers of Eternal Pleasure. By this time Christians, you see what Glory there is in this good Word:
yea in rivers of Eternal Pleasure. By this time Christians, you see what Glory there is in this good Word:
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All things shall work together for good to them that love God. And that none may have the Face to say all this is but conceit;All things shall work together for good to them that love God. And that none may have the Face to say all this is but conceit;
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I shall, in the next place, bring in clear, and undeniable Evidence, that it is certainly,
I shall, in the next place, bring in clear, and undeniable Evidence, that it is Certainly,
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and unquestionably, so as hath been said: And therefore know,
and unquestionably, so as hath been said: And Therefore know,
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5. That all things do, and shall certainly work, for good to them that love God.
5. That all things do, and shall Certainly work, for good to them that love God.
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This (besides the Testimony of this Scripture) I shall make evident, from these three Propositions:
This (beside the Testimony of this Scripture) I shall make evident, from these three Propositions:
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1. There is a Divine Providence that governs the World.
1. There is a Divine Providence that governs the World.
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2. The Design of Providence, is the accomplishment of the good purpose and promise of God.
2. The Design of Providence, is the accomplishment of the good purpose and promise of God.
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3. The Providence of God shall never fail of accomplishing its End. 1. There is a Divine Providence which governs the World;
3. The Providence of God shall never fail of accomplishing its End. 1. There is a Divine Providence which governs the World;
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the Epicur•ans, who deny Providence, and leave all on Chance and Fortune, may as well deny that there is a God, which yet they are asham'd to stand to.
the Epicur•ans, who deny Providence, and leave all on Chance and Fortune, may as well deny that there is a God, which yet they Are ashamed to stand to.
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Of Epicurus himself it was said, Quem nihil pudendum pudet, pudet tamen Deum negare.
Of Epicurus himself it was said, Whom nihil pudendum It is shameful, It is shameful tamen God negare.
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It can be no way reconcileable to the infinite Wisdom of God, who made this Glorious Fabrick, with the various Creatures therein, either not to determine them to their Ends,
It can be no Way reconcilable to the infinite Wisdom of God, who made this Glorious Fabric, with the various Creatures therein, either not to determine them to their Ends,
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or else to take no care for their accomplishing those Ends they are determined to.
or Else to take no care for their accomplishing those Ends they Are determined to.
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The whole Current of Scripture is so plain in these matters, that he that runs may read:
The Whole Current of Scripture is so plain in these matters, that he that runs may read:
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Let the following Scriptures, amongst others, be considered.
Let the following Scriptures, among Others, be considered.
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Psal. 97. 1. The Lord reigneth, let the Earth rejoyce, let the Isles be glad, Psal. 67. 15, 16. The Eyes of all wait upon thee,Psalm 97. 1. The Lord Reigneth, let the Earth rejoice, let the Isles be glad, Psalm 67. 15, 16. The Eyes of all wait upon thee,
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and thou givest them their Meat in due season: Thou openest thy hand, and satisfiest the desire of every living thing.
and thou givest them their Meat in due season: Thou openest thy hand, and satisfiest the desire of every living thing.
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Psal. 36. 6. Thou preserved Man and Beast.Psalm 36. 6. Thou preserved Man and Beast.
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Psal. 75. 6, 7. Promotion cometh, neither from the East, nor from the West, nor from the South;Psalm 75. 6, 7. Promotion comes, neither from the East, nor from the West, nor from the South;
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but God is the Judge, he putteth down one, and setteth up another.
but God is the Judge, he putteth down one, and sets up Another.
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Amos 3. 6. Shall there be Evil in a City ▪ and the Lord hath not done it? Psal. 17. 13, 14. Deliver my Soul from the wicked, which is thy Sword;Amos 3. 6. Shall there be Evil in a city ▪ and the Lord hath not done it? Psalm 17. 13, 14. Deliver my Soul from the wicked, which is thy Sword;
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from Men which are thy Hand.
from Men which Are thy Hand.
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The confessions of those Infidels, Nebuchadnezzar and Darius, speak the same, Dan. 4. 35. All the Inhabitants of the Earth are reputed as nothing,The confessions of those Infidels, Nebuchadnezzar and Darius, speak the same, Dan. 4. 35. All the Inhabitants of the Earth Are reputed as nothing,
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and he doth according to his Will, in the Army of Heaven, and among the Inhabitants of the Earth;
and he does according to his Will, in the Army of Heaven, and among the Inhabitants of the Earth;
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and none can stay his Hand, or say unto him, What doest thou? Dan. 6. 26. I make a Decree, that in every Domi•ion of my Kingdom, Men tremble,
and none can stay his Hand, or say unto him, What dost thou? Dan. 6. 26. I make a decree, that in every Domi•ion of my Kingdom, Men tremble,
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and fear, before the God of Daniel; for he is the Living God, and stedfast for ever;
and Fear, before the God of daniel; for he is the Living God, and steadfast for ever;
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and his Kingdom that, which shall not be destroyed; and his Dominion shall be even unto the End:
and his Kingdom that, which shall not be destroyed; and his Dominion shall be even unto the End:
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He delivereth and rescueth, and he worketh Signs and Wonders in Heaven, and Earth; who hath delivered Daniel from the power of the Lions.
He Delivereth and rescueth, and he works Signs and Wonders in Heaven, and Earth; who hath Delivered daniel from the power of the Lions.
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But more distinctly, the Lord governs all inanimate and sensitive Creatures, in their actions; he orders the Stars in their courses.
But more distinctly, the Lord governs all inanimate and sensitive Creatures, in their actions; he order the Stars in their courses.
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The Stars in their courses, he made to fight against Sisera. He governs the Winds, and the Flouds;
The Stars in their courses, he made to fight against Sisera. He governs the Winds, and the Floods;
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he bringeth forth the Winds out of his Treasures, he rides upon the wings of the Wind. He maketh the Clouds his Chariots, he sitteth on the Flouds;
he brings forth the Winds out of his Treasures, he rides upon the wings of the Wind. He makes the Clouds his Chariots, he Sitteth on the Floods;
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the Thunder, and the Hail, and the Rain, and the Frosts, are all at his Command.
the Thunder, and the Hail, and the Rain, and the Frosts, Are all At his Command.
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He giveth Snow like Wooll, and scattereth the hoar frost like ashes. He casteth forth the Ice like morsels;
He gives Snow like Wool, and Scattereth the hoar frost like Ashes. He Cast forth the Ice like morsels;
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he sets bounds to the Sea, which it shall not passe; the Birds of the Air, the Beasts of the Field, the Fishes of the Sea;
he sets bounds to the Sea, which it shall not pass; the Birds of the Air, the Beasts of the Field, the Fish of the Sea;
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yea the stones and dust of he Earth, are all at his beck. More especially, he rules an governs the men of this World.
yea the stones and dust of he Earth, Are all At his beck. More especially, he rules an governs the men of this World.
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He sits in all the Counsels of men, though they see him nor; he orders all their Decrees; there's no Decree can passe, unless God gives his Vote.
He sits in all the Counsels of men, though they see him nor; he order all their Decrees; there's no decree can pass, unless God gives his Vote.
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He rules in all the actions of men; even those things that are acted through our improvidence, come not to passe without the Providence of God.
He rules in all the actions of men; even those things that Are acted through our improvidence, come not to pass without the Providence of God.
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He rules in all the changes that are in the World; he changes the times, and the seasons; he changes Kingdoms, and Governments;
He rules in all the changes that Are in the World; he changes the times, and the seasons; he changes Kingdoms, and Governments;
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he removeth Kings, and setteth up Kings; he make War, and creates Peace; he bendeth the Bow, and he breaketh the Bow, and cutteth the Speare in sunder,
he Removeth Kings, and sets up Kings; he make War, and creates Peace; he bendeth the Bow, and he breaks the Bow, and cutteth the Spear in sunder,
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and burneth the Chariots in the fire:
and burns the Chariots in the fire:
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Peace, and War, Health and Sickness, Plenty and Famine, Life and Death, are all the disposures of his hand.
Peace, and War, Health and Sickness, Plenty and Famine, Life and Death, Are all the disposures of his hand.
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He orders all the events and causalities of the World; even from the greatest to the smallest.
He order all the events and Casualties of the World; even from the greatest to the Smallest.
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Without him, not a Sparrow shall fall, nor a hair of the head shall perish: though there be to men, yet to the Lord there are no causalities, or contingencies.
Without him, not a Sparrow shall fallen, nor a hair of the head shall perish: though there be to men, yet to the Lord there Are no Casualties, or contingencies.
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But all things come to passe, according as his Hand and Counsel had before determined.
But all things come to pass, according as his Hand and Counsel had before determined.
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2. The design of Providence (as it respects the Elect) is the accomplishment of Gods good purpose and promise.
2. The Design of Providence (as it respects the Elect) is the accomplishment of God's good purpose and promise.
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Providence governs the World, and the purpose and promise governs Providence. All the works of Providence have rationem mediorum ad finem. God doth nothing in vain;
Providence governs the World, and the purpose and promise governs Providence. All the works of Providence have rationem Medium ad finem. God does nothing in vain;
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it is not consistent with the wisdom of God, to do any thing for nothing. God would have his People look farther than to the things that are before them,
it is not consistent with the Wisdom of God, to do any thing for nothing. God would have his People look farther than to the things that Are before them,
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because all those things have a farther aspect themselve. All the works of Providence have a double aspect;
Because all those things have a farther aspect themselves. All the works of Providence have a double aspect;
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they look backward, to the purpose and promise; and they look forward, to the end for which they are;
they look backward, to the purpose and promise; and they look forward, to the end for which they Are;
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as they look backward, so they have truth in them, exactly answering the purpose and promise from which they have their birth.
as they look backward, so they have truth in them, exactly answering the purpose and promise from which they have their birth.
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As they look forwa•d, to their end, so they have good in them;
As they look forwa•d, to their end, so they have good in them;
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and that good (their subservience to their end) is the reason of their being. Here note 2. things.
and that good (their subservience to their end) is the reason of their being. Here note 2. things.
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1. That the subserviency of things to their end, is the goodness of them; if the end be good, the means must (as such) be good also;
1. That the subserviency of things to their end, is the Goodness of them; if the end be good, the means must (as such) be good also;
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If what God hath purposed and promised be good, then all things that fall in between, having the respect of means to their accomplishment, must upon that account be good.
If what God hath purposed and promised be good, then all things that fallen in between, having the respect of means to their accomplishment, must upon that account be good.
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If our crosses and afflictions, do subserve the bringing about of Gods good will, and good word, we must say concerning them, Good are the Works of the Lord.
If our Crosses and afflictions, do subserve the bringing about of God's good will, and good word, we must say Concerning them, Good Are the Works of the Lord.
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It is not, how any thing looks, or feels at present, but what it meanes, and to what it tends.
It is not, how any thing looks, or feels At present, but what it means, and to what it tends.
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If the potion be bitter, and yet it tends to health;
If the potion be bitter, and yet it tends to health;
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if the Messenger be ill-looked, and ill-favoured, and yet comes upon a good errand, you may bid them welcom.
if the Messenger be ill-looked, and ill-favoured, and yet comes upon a good errand, you may bid them welcome.
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And thus all the Providences of God are good.
And thus all the Providences of God Are good.
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If you should ask of any Providence, wherefore art thou come? comest thou peaceably? comest thou for good? they must all answer, yes ▪ peaceably, for good and no hurr.
If you should ask of any Providence, Wherefore art thou come? Comest thou peaceably? Comest thou for good? they must all answer, yes ▪ peaceably, for good and no hurr.
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'Tis but to help all that good into thy hand, which hath been in the heart,
It's but to help all that good into thy hand, which hath been in the heart,
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and hath proceeded out of the mouth, of thy God that loves thee.
and hath proceeded out of the Mouth, of thy God that loves thee.
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There is not a Messenger of Sathan, that comes to buffet thee, but is also a Messenger from-God, that comes to thee for good.
There is not a Messenger of Sathan, that comes to buffet thee, but is also a Messenger from-God, that comes to thee for good.
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They very thorns in thy flesh shall serve thee for Playsters, thine eye-sores shall be thine eye-salve,
They very thorns in thy Flesh shall serve thee for Plasters, thine eyesores shall be thine eyesalve,
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and thy very maladies thy Medicines.
and thy very maladies thy Medicines.
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2. That this relative goodness of all the works of Providence, is the reason of their being.
2. That this relative Goodness of all the works of Providence, is the reason of their being.
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Therefore God doth what he doth, that hereby he may do what he hath said and intended.
Therefore God does what he does, that hereby he may do what he hath said and intended.
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I do not say that the reason of Gods taking this or that me•ns, is alwayes from any thing in it self,
I do not say that the reason of God's taking this or that me•ns, is always from any thing in it self,
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or for its natural tendency to such an end above any thing else;
or for its natural tendency to such an end above any thing Else;
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God hath his choice of means, he can chuse here or there at pleasure, can make use of what he will to serve his design;
God hath his choice of means, he can choose Here or there At pleasure, can make use of what he will to serve his Design;
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but the reason why things are, is this, God in his Wisdom, saw their ordinability to this good end,
but the reason why things Are, is this, God in his Wisdom, saw their ordinability to this good end,
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and thereupon in his Providence, he orders and brings them to passe.
and thereupon in his Providence, he order and brings them to pass.
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So that now, what ever befalls a Christian, he hath this to allay and take off the grievousness and sharpness of it;
So that now, what ever befalls a Christian, he hath this to allay and take off the grievousness and sharpness of it;
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This had never been, but for the good will, and good word of the Lord to me.
This had never been, but for the good will, and good word of the Lord to me.
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The Lord God hath said he will bless me, and do me good; he will heal me, and sanctifie, and save me, and now he is about it;
The Lord God hath said he will bless me, and do me good; he will heal me, and sanctify, and save me, and now he is about it;
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by this, he is working that Salvation for me.
by this, he is working that Salvation for me.
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Christians, you have no reason to say, If the Lord be with me, why am I thus? why so poor,Christians, you have no reason to say, If the Lord be with me, why am I thus? why so poor,
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why so pained, why so persecuted, so scorned and trampled upon? sure, if the Lord had meant my good, it would have been better then 'tis with me:
why so pained, why so persecuted, so scorned and trampled upon? sure, if the Lord had meant my good, it would have been better then it's with me:
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No, no, 'tis because the Lord is with thee, and means thee well, that he deals in this manner with thee.
No, no, it's Because the Lord is with thee, and means thee well, that he deals in this manner with thee.
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The Design of his Providence towards thee, is the accomplishment of his Promise. 3. The Providence of God shall never fail of accomplishing its end.
The Design of his Providence towards thee, is the accomplishment of his Promise. 3. The Providence of God shall never fail of accomplishing its end.
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There is nothing wanting that might give us the fullest assurance hereof. For, 1. The Providence of God hath power with it.
There is nothing wanting that might give us the Fullest assurance hereof. For, 1. The Providence of God hath power with it.
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He is the Almighty that hath promised; he that ruleth in the Earth, dwelleth in the Heaven, and doth whatsoever he will.
He is the Almighty that hath promised; he that Ruleth in the Earth, dwells in the Heaven, and does whatsoever he will.
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Our God is in Heaven, and doth whatsoever he will. Our God is in Heaven, and does whatsoever he will.
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I will work, and who shall let it? Is. 43. Who can stay his hand,I will work, and who shall let it? Is. 43. Who can stay his hand,
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or say unto him, What doest thou? were it not for our unbelief, our case would be still the same, in greatest difficulties,
or say unto him, What dost thou? were it not for our unbelief, our case would be still the same, in greatest difficulties,
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as when the Coasts are most clear. We might say of difficulties, as the Psalmist of darkness;
as when the Coasts Are most clear. We might say of difficulties, as the Psalmist of darkness;
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there is no darkness with thee, to the the day and night are both alike. Difficulties are no difficulties with thee, nor is there difference betwixt hard and easie.there is no darkness with thee, to the the day and night Are both alike. Difficulties Are no difficulties with thee, nor is there difference betwixt hard and easy.
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He can save with many, or with few; and with none, is as well as with some.
He can save with many, or with few; and with none, is as well as with Some.
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We once read he had too many, but never that he had too few, to bring about his work.
We once read he had too many, but never that he had too few, to bring about his work.
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Oh how do we disparage the power of God, when our difficulties make us doubt? Is he God,
O how do we disparage the power of God, when our difficulties make us doubt? Is he God,
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and nor man? Is he spirit and not flesh? Wherefore then dost thou doubt? Whatever God hath said he can do:
and nor man? Is he Spirit and not Flesh? Wherefore then dost thou doubt? Whatever God hath said he can do:
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Believe he is a God ▪ and thou wilt never say, How can these things be?
Believe he is a God ▪ and thou wilt never say, How can these things be?
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2. The Providence of God hath Wisdom with it; he is the onely wise, he is the all wise God;
2. The Providence of God hath Wisdom with it; he is the only wise, he is the all wise God;
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He knoweth how to deliver the godly out of temptations. 2 Pet. 2. 9. He knoweth what is good for his Saints,He Knoweth how to deliver the godly out of temptations. 2 Pet. 2. 9. He Knoweth what is good for his Saints,
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and when 'twill be in season; he understandeth what is proper, and pertinent to every case.
and when it'll be in season; he understands what is proper, and pertinent to every case.
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What's proper to every purpose, to every people, to every person, and for every season; he knowes when 'tis a season to abate, and when to exalt;
What's proper to every purpose, to every people, to every person, and for every season; he knows when it's a season to abate, and when to exalt;
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when to afflict, and when to deliver; when to put on the yoak, and when to take off the yoak;
when to afflict, and when to deliver; when to put on the yoke, and when to take off the yoke;
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When to pull down, and when to build up; every thing is beautiful in its season.
When to pull down, and when to built up; every thing is beautiful in its season.
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If mercies come out of season ▪ mercies would be no mercies; and if troubles come in their season, troubles should be no troubles;
If Mercies come out of season ▪ Mercies would be no Mercies; and if Troubles come in their season, Troubles should be no Troubles;
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He knowes the best method, and means to his end; the finest means; he sees sometimes, the unfittest to be the fittest;
He knows the best method, and means to his end; the Finest means; he sees sometime, the unfittest to be the Fittest;
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the most unlikely unpromising means, do often best serve Gods end.
the most unlikely unpromising means, do often best serve God's end.
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Christians, if you would receive every dispensation, as coming from the hands of the wise God;Christians, if you would receive every Dispensation, as coming from the hands of the wise God;
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you would never quarrel with your lot, nor say of any thing that befalls, I might be happy,
you would never quarrel with your lot, nor say of any thing that befalls, I might be happy,
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but this stands in my way.
but this Stands in my Way.
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If you would give God leave to be wiser than you, you would say where ever you are, its good for me to be here, this is my way to my rest.
If you would give God leave to be Wiser than you, you would say where ever you Are, its good for me to be Here, this is my Way to my rest.
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3. The Providence of God hath faithfulness with it.
3. The Providence of God hath faithfulness with it.
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Ps•l. 25. 10. All the paths of the Lord are mercy and [ truth ] to them that keep his Covenant, and his Testimonies.
Ps•l. 25. 10. All the paths of the Lord Are mercy and [ truth ] to them that keep his Covenant, and his Testimonies.
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Psal. 111. 8. His Works are done in truth. Gods Works may be said to be done in truth, in a double sence, In Reality. In Fidelity.
Psalm 111. 8. His Works Are done in truth. God's Works may be said to be done in truth, in a double sense, In Reality. In Fidis.
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1. In Reality, not in specie, or in shew onely, but indeed. Gods Comforts, are Comforts indeed, Gods Salvation, is Salvation indeed.
1. In Reality, not in specie, or in show only, but indeed. God's Comforts, Are Comforts indeed, God's Salvation, is Salvation indeed.
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The Devil will come with his gifts, with his comforts, and deliver•nces; but they are for the most part, but spectra, like himself, shews, and apparitions;
The devil will come with his Gifts, with his comforts, and deliver•nces; but they Are for the most part, but spectra, like himself, shows, and apparitions;
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quite another thing, than what they seem to be:
quite Another thing, than what they seem to be:
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sinners comforts, deliverances, enjoyments, wherewith the Devil feeds them, do leave them in as poor a case,
Sinners comforts, Deliverances, enjoyments, wherewith the devil feeds them, do leave them in as poor a case,
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and worse than they found them:
and Worse than they found them:
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you will never thank the Devil for his kindness, when you have prov'd them what they are.
you will never thank the devil for his kindness, when you have proved them what they Are.
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If you do not find your selves as fast bound, in the midst of all your liberties;
If you do not find your selves as fast bound, in the midst of all your Liberties;
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if you be not warp'd up in as many sorrows, after all the joys he hath procured to you;
if you be not warped up in as many sorrows, After all the Joys he hath procured to you;
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if the glittering glories, the gloring pleasures he entices you by, and entertains you with, prove not trash and dirt,
if the glittering Glories, the gloring pleasures he entices you by, and entertains you with, prove not trash and dirt,
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and meer lies in the end, then say, the Devil hath forgotten his trade of lying:
and mere lies in the end, then say, the devil hath forgotten his trade of lying:
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the Devils works will be even like himself, false and deceitful. But God is true, and all his works are done in truth.
the Devils works will be even like himself, false and deceitful. But God is true, and all his works Are done in truth.
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2. In Fidelity, his Work are according to his Word. 1 King. 8. 24. Thou hast spoken with thy mouth ▪ and hast fulfilled with thin• hand in thy faithfulness thou hast afflicted me.
2. In Fidis, his Work Are according to his Word. 1 King. 8. 24. Thou hast spoken with thy Mouth ▪ and haste fulfilled with thin• hand in thy faithfulness thou hast afflicted me.
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Psal. 119. Not onely in thy faithfulness thou hast saved me, in thy faithfulness thou hast comforted me, in thy faithfulness thou hast succoured me;
Psalm 119. Not only in thy faithfulness thou hast saved me, in thy faithfulness thou hast comforted me, in thy faithfulness thou hast succored me;
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but in thy faithfulness thou hast afflicted me; in thy faithfulness thou hast humbled, and broken me, and cast me down.
but in thy faithfulness thou hast afflicted me; in thy faithfulness thou hast humbled, and broken me, and cast me down.
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The promise of God is, that we shall want nothing; we shall neither want his Staffe, nor his Rod; neither comforts nor crosses; neither joys nor sorrows;
The promise of God is, that we shall want nothing; we shall neither want his Staff, nor his Rod; neither comforts nor Crosses; neither Joys nor sorrows;
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we cannot well want either, and we shall want neither, because God is faithful.
we cannot well want either, and we shall want neither, Because God is faithful.
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You may not onely write down with the Apostle, God is faithfull, and will not suffer you to be tempted above that which you are able to bear;
You may not only write down with the Apostle, God is faithful, and will not suffer you to be tempted above that which you Are able to bear;
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but you may write also, God is faithful, and will not suffer you to want a temptation.
but you may write also, God is faithful, and will not suffer you to want a temptation.
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When 'tis seasonable, your hear•s shall be glad; and if need be, for a season you shall be in heaviness.
When it's seasonable, your hear•s shall be glad; and if need be, for a season you shall be in heaviness.
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God is faithfull, he will ever be true to himself, and therefore to you. 2 Tim. 2. 9. He abideth faithfull, he cannot deny himself.
God is faithful, he will ever be true to himself, and Therefore to you. 2 Tim. 2. 9. He Abideth faithful, he cannot deny himself.
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Should he be false to his People he cannot be true to himself, to his purpose and promise;
Should he be false to his People he cannot be true to himself, to his purpose and promise;
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his Word is not yea and nay.
his Word is not yea and nay.
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God is not as a man, that he should lye, or the Son of man, that he should repent;
God is not as a man, that he should lie, or the Son of man, that he should Repent;
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that he should say, and unsay; that he should say, and not do;
that he should say, and unsay; that he should say, and not do;
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you may write Gods name upon every word he hath spoken, you may write his Name [ I Am ] upon all that he hath said: It shall be.
you may write God's name upon every word he hath spoken, you may write his Name [ I Am ] upon all that he hath said: It shall be.
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Now Christians, put these three Particulars together, and if you cannot spell out the conclusion out of them, the Providence of God will certainly accomplish his good Purpose and Promise concerning you:
Now Christians, put these three Particulars together, and if you cannot spell out the conclusion out of them, the Providence of God will Certainly accomplish his good Purpose and Promise Concerning you:
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You are of little Understanding as well as of little Faith. If God governs the World, and nothing comes to pass but by his Providence;
You Are of little Understanding as well as of little Faith. If God governs the World, and nothing comes to pass but by his Providence;
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if Providence governs according to Gods Purpose and Promise; if Providence cannot fail of accomplishing both;
if Providence governs according to God's Purpose and Promise; if Providence cannot fail of accomplishing both;
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If God be Almighty and can, if God be Wise and knowes how, if God be Faithfull and true, let the Devil if he can, with all his Sophistry, evade the Conclusion, That he will certainly do all that good for you, which he hath purposed and promised:
If God be Almighty and can, if God be Wise and knows how, if God be Faithful and true, let the devil if he can, with all his Sophistry, evade the Conclusion, That he will Certainly do all that good for you, which he hath purposed and promised:
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If God be not able to perform, he is not good;
If God be not able to perform, he is not good;
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if he mistake his way, if he use impertinent, improper means, he is not the All-wise God.
if he mistake his Way, if he use impertinent, improper means, he is not the Alwise God.
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If he do not actually perform what he is able, and knows how to do, when he hath said it, he ceases to be the true God:
If he do not actually perform what he is able, and knows how to do, when he hath said it, he ceases to be the true God:
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So that the matter is brought plainly to this Issue;
So that the matter is brought plainly to this Issue;
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If God be God, if God be the All-wise God, if God be the true and faithful God, this Word which he hath spoken, [ All things shall work together for good to those that love God, ] shall not fail of its accomplishment in its season.
If God be God, if God be the Alwise God, if God be the true and faithful God, this Word which he hath spoken, [ All things shall work together for good to those that love God, ] shall not fail of its accomplishment in its season.
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Having thus proved the Doctrine, I shall, after I have added a few words by way of Caution,
Having thus proved the Doctrine, I shall, After I have added a few words by Way of Caution,
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and answered an Objection or two against the Sence, I have given, of this Promise, and subjoyned a few particular Inferences, descend to the general Application. 1. By way of Caution.
and answered an Objection or two against the Sense, I have given, of this Promise, and subjoined a few particular Inferences, descend to the general Application. 1. By Way of Caution.
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1. Limit not the Lord to your time and way;
1. Limit not the Lord to your time and Way;
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God will make good his Word, but you must give him leave to take his own season.
God will make good his Word, but you must give him leave to take his own season.
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He that believeth shall not make haste; believe God, but do not prejudge nor precipitate, lest you fall into temptation.He that Believeth shall not make haste; believe God, but do not prejudge nor precipitate, lest you fallen into temptation.
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Put no more into the promise, neither for matter nor circumstance, than God hath put in it:
Put no more into the promise, neither for matter nor circumstance, than God hath put in it:
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put not that into the Promise, which God hath not put in it, lest you miss and come short of that which God hath put in it.
put not that into the Promise, which God hath not put in it, lest you miss and come short of that which God hath put in it.
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Let others mistakes and miscarriages be warnings to you:
Let Others mistakes and miscarriages be Warnings to you:
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till God hath manifestly said, do not you say, This is the time; build not your confidence on conjectures, your Faith on the strongest Presumptions;
till God hath manifestly said, do not you say, This is the time; built not your confidence on Conjectures, your Faith on the Strongest Presumptions;
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left your Faith prove but a fancy, and your confidence your confusion:
left your Faith prove but a fancy, and your confidence your confusion:
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make not the Promise of God of none effect, by looking for its effect out of season.
make not the Promise of God of none Effect, by looking for its Effect out of season.
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Believe not your selves into Infidelity:
Believe not your selves into Infidelity:
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Consider, Acts 1. 7. It is not for you to know the times and the seasons, which God hath put in his own Power.
Consider, Acts 1. 7. It is not for you to know the times and the seasons, which God hath put in his own Power.
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Study the Word, and it Commentary, the Works of God, but be sober in your Conclusions.
Study the Word, and it Commentary, the Works of God, but be Sobrium in your Conclusions.
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This you may safely depend upon, and this will be enough, if you have no more:
This you may safely depend upon, and this will be enough, if you have no more:
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God will make good his good Word to you, sooner or later, in one time or other, in one way or other;
God will make good his good Word to you, sooner or later, in one time or other, in one Way or other;
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in the best time, in the best way ▪ in the appointed time, the Vision shall speak and shall not lye;
in the best time, in the best Way ▪ in the appointed time, the Vision shall speak and shall not lie;
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Habak. 2. 3. Though it may tarry, wait for it; because it will surely come, and will not tarry; Habak. 2. 3. Though it may tarry, wait for it; Because it will surely come, and will not tarry;
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At least, at the end of the days, when you shall stand in your lott;
At least, At the end of the days, when you shall stand in your lot;
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when you shall be gotten on the banks of Canaan, and shall thence look back on the Promises and Providences of God, you shall see and say, God is faithful, there hath no• failed one word of all that he hath promised:
when you shall be got on the banks of Canaan, and shall thence look back on the Promises and Providences of God, you shall see and say, God is faithful, there hath no• failed one word of all that he hath promised:
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Now I understand, though once I could not, how every Wheel was turning, every Instrument was moving, every event was working towards my good and eve••• welfare.
Now I understand, though once I could not, how every Wheel was turning, every Instrument was moving, every event was working towards my good and eve••• welfare.
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2. Let not your expectation cause an abortion. Let not your looking for mercy, hinder the working of your affliction:
2. Let not your expectation cause an abortion. Let not your looking for mercy, hinder the working of your affliction:
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It is not seldom, and the Lord grant it be not too common a case, that our door of hope becomes a door of sin.
It is not seldom, and the Lord grant it be not too Common a case, that our door of hope becomes a door of since.
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W• do not set our selves with that seriousness, to humble, to pu•ge our selves from our iniqui•ies,
W• do not Set our selves with that seriousness, to humble, to pu•ge our selves from our iniqui•ies,
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as we would do, did we apprehend ou• case more desperate;
as we would do, did we apprehend ou• case more desperate;
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our fears and our •or ow• have not their kindly work upon us our hope hinders it.
our fears and our •or ow• have not their kindly work upon us our hope hinders it.
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We might have been more broken hearted, had it not been for our hopes of building up:
We might have been more broken hearted, had it not been for our hope's of building up:
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as it is with a person who conceives himself to be dying;
as it is with a person who conceives himself to be dying;
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he then falls •o praying and repenting, and setting his heart in order, because he must die;
he then falls •o praying and repenting, and setting his heart in order, Because he must die;
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but upon a little hope of recovery, he layes by his dying thoughts, and preparations.
but upon a little hope of recovery, he lays by his dying thoughts, and preparations.
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Christians, When ever you are under afflictions, take heed that your expectation of deliverance to be near, put it not so much the farther off.Christians, When ever you Are under afflictions, take heed that your expectation of deliverance to be near, put it not so much the farther off.
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Watch narrowly over your selves, and look di•igently to it, that your hope of redemption do not harden your hearts,
Watch narrowly over your selves, and look di•igently to it, that your hope of redemption do not harden your hearts,
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nor hinder your humiliation and repentance. Hope in God, and wait for the Promise of his comming:
nor hinder your humiliation and Repentance. Hope in God, and wait for the Promise of his coming:
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But know, That till the Rod hath done its work, it is not like in mercy to be laid by;
But know, That till the Rod hath done its work, it is not like in mercy to be laid by;
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and it's better to be continued in the Furnace, than to be brought forth with your dross unpurged away.
and it's better to be continued in the Furnace, than to be brought forth with your dross unpurged away.
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Against this blessed Truth, there are some Objections; as,
Against this blessed Truth, there Are Some Objections; as,
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Object. 1. Can it ever be said, That the removall of the Gospel, and the Preaching of it, can be for good?
Object. 1. Can it ever be said, That the removal of the Gospel, and the Preaching of it, can be for good?
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Sol. This is an hard Truth; but yet a Truth; That even this shall work for good to those that love God.Sol. This is an hard Truth; but yet a Truth; That even this shall work for good to those that love God.
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1. It's true, That the removal of the Gospel, and the Ministry of it, is a most grievous Judgment;
1. It's true, That the removal of the Gospel, and the Ministry of it, is a most grievous Judgement;
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and that which carries with it a greater evidence of wrath, and Divine displeasure, against a People,
and that which carries with it a greater evidence of wrath, and Divine displeasure, against a People,
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than any thing that ever befalls them in this World.
than any thing that ever befalls them in this World.
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How great a Judgment it is, we may guess, if we observe those Scripture-expressions by which it's set forth:
How great a Judgement it is, we may guess, if we observe those Scriptural expressions by which it's Set forth:
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It's called the famine of the Word, Amos 8. 11. The glory departed, 1 Sam. 4. The Kingdom of Heaven taken away, Matth. 6. 41. The Salvation of God sent away, Acts 28. and can there be any thing worse befall a People? a Soul-famine,
It's called the famine of the Word, Amos 8. 11. The glory departed, 1 Sam. 4. The Kingdom of Heaven taken away, Matthew 6. 41. The Salvation of God sent away, Acts 28. and can there be any thing Worse befall a People? a Soul-famine,
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an Eclipse of their spiritual glory, the shutting up of the Kingdom of Heaven, the carrying away of the Salvation of God:
an Eclipse of their spiritual glory, the shutting up of the Kingdom of Heaven, the carrying away of the Salvation of God:
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What worse thing can come unto them? It's a great wonder there should be no deeper Sense of this most dreadful of evils, than is mostly found:
What Worse thing can come unto them? It's a great wonder there should be no Deeper Sense of this most dreadful of evils, than is mostly found:
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Men little understand what they do, who either in a way of merit, o• instrumentallity, procure, and bring on this plague;
Men little understand what they do, who either in a Way of merit, o• instrumentallity, procure, and bring on this plague;
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and few understand, or are sensible, what they herein suffer; to be an instrument in this hellish work, is an office for a Devill;
and few understand, or Are sensible, what they herein suffer; to be an Instrument in this hellish work, is an office for a devil;
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and the suffering of such a plague, (to them that understand it) is an hell above ground. This darkness is the very same for kind, with the darkness of Hell;
and the suffering of such a plague, (to them that understand it) is an hell above ground. This darkness is the very same for kind, with the darkness of Hell;
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as the light of the Gospel is the same in kind, with the everlasting ligh•: as glory under age;
as the Light of the Gospel is the same in kind, with the everlasting ligh•: as glory under age;
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so is this thick darkness, in specie, and in semine, the darkness of the pit. Oh, what an hell of wickedness doth this World then become!
so is this thick darkness, in specie, and in Seed, the darkness of the pit. O, what an hell of wickedness does this World then become!
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the Devil is then in his Region; is let loose, rules the World at pleasure, deceives, devours, destroyes Souls, without contradiction;
the devil is then in his Region; is let lose, rules the World At pleasure, deceives, devours, Destroys Souls, without contradiction;
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takes them captive at his will, carries them down by whole shoals to destruction: Those that observe what a World there is, where the Gospel is not;
Takes them captive At his will, carries them down by Whole shoals to destruction: Those that observe what a World there is, where the Gospel is not;
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what oaths, curses, blasphemies, belluine lusts then abound;
what Oaths, curses, Blasphemies, belluine Lustiest then abound;
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what Lions, Tygers, wild Bulls, wild Boars, Men then become one to another, need not be to seek for an Argument, to prove there is an Hell; they see an Hell aboveground.
what Lions, Tigers, wild Bulls, wild Boars, Men then become one to Another, need not be to seek for an Argument, to prove there is an Hell; they see an Hell aboveground.
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These dark and dismal seasons, are the Devill's Marts, where he may vent his Hellish Wares, his snares,
These dark and dismal seasons, Are the Devil's Marts, where he may vent his Hellish Wares, his snares,
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and temptations, his deceits and delusion• and every abominable thing, by whole sale: there's nothing so false,
and temptations, his Deceits and delusion• and every abominable thing, by Whole sale: there's nothing so false,
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so vile, and abominable, but he can put it off at pleasure;
so vile, and abominable, but he can put it off At pleasure;
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Adultery, Drunkenness, Witchcraft, Sodomy, Buggery, Blasphemy Idolatry, Atheism, any thing that Sathan hath offer, hee'l find Customers enough to receive:
Adultery, drunkenness, Witchcraft, Sodomy, Buggery, Blasphemy Idolatry, Atheism, any thing that Sathan hath offer, he'll find Customers enough to receive:
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and the truth is, the Devil may spare his pains;
and the truth is, the devil may spare his pains;
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men then need not a Devil to damn them, they'l do it fast enough of their own accords.
men then need not a devil to damn them, They'll do it fast enough of their own accords.
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Oh 'twere happy, if Saints were so busie in improving their Light, to hasten them Heaven-wards,
O 'twere happy, if Saints were so busy in improving their Light, to hasten them Heavenwards,
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as Sinners do their Darkness, to hurry them to Hell. Oh the sad proofs, that the World affords of this Dreadful Truth:
as Sinners do their Darkness, to hurry them to Hell. O the sad proofs, that the World affords of this Dreadful Truth:
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Look into all the dark Corners of the Earth, especially there where there hath been Light,
Look into all the dark Corners of the Earth, especially there where there hath been Light,
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and see, if you find not all this fully proved to your hand.
and see, if you find not all this Fully proved to your hand.
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Can he then be accounted a Christian, whose heart doth not tremble at the Thoughts and the Fears of such a sore Judgment? He is both dark and dead indeed.
Can he then be accounted a Christian, whose heart does not tremble At the Thoughts and the Fears of such a soar Judgement? He is both dark and dead indeed.
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to whom such a Mist is not as the first-born of Death, or the King of Terrours.
to whom such a Missed is not as the firstborn of Death, or the King of Terrors.
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Christians, if ever this should be your case, make not light of it;
Christians, if ever this should be your case, make not Light of it;
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and take heed, how sad soever it may seem in its first appro•ch, that no Tract of Time do wear off the sence of it.
and take heed, how sad soever it may seem in its First appro•ch, that no Tract of Time do wear off the sense of it.
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Those that are weary of the Gospel, that cry out of too much Preaching, that are sick of the Light that shines unto them, you may know by what hath been said, what Judgment to have of them.
Those that Are weary of the Gospel, that cry out of too much Preaching, that Are sick of the Light that shines unto them, you may know by what hath been said, what Judgement to have of them.
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But is it not strange, that there should be any such? That those that have lived in the Light,
But is it not strange, that there should be any such? That those that have lived in the Light,
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and seen somthing, what difference there is between Light and Darkness, should yet love Darkness, rather than Light? Is it not yet more strange, that any that pretend to be set up for Lights, should be for Da•kness? That the Prophets should be against Prophecying; That the Pulpits should ring against Preaching? Some there are, that are not ashamed to tell us, that hence come all our mischiefs and miseries;
and seen something, what difference there is between Light and Darkness, should yet love Darkness, rather than Light? Is it not yet more strange, that any that pretend to be Set up for Lights, should be for Da•kness? That the prophets should be against Prophesying; That the Pulpits should ring against Preaching? some there Are, that Are not ashamed to tell us, that hence come all our mischiefs and misery's;
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to tell us, and to stand to it, that there's now, in such a Land as this, little need of Preaching; that it had its use in the first publishing and planting of the Gospel;
to tell us, and to stand to it, that there's now, in such a Land as this, little need of Preaching; that it had its use in the First publishing and planting of the Gospel;
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but now that the Gospel is receiv'd, and embraced, and competen•ly understood, there's now little more need of Preaching, Praying, and Reading may now serve turn.
but now that the Gospel is received, and embraced, and competen•ly understood, there's now little more need of Preaching, Praying, and Reading may now serve turn.
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I would put in a word or two to such.
I would put in a word or two to such.
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No need of Preaching? Why? Is the end of Preaching accomplish'd? Till the end be attained, there's still need, that the means he continued:
No need of Preaching? Why? Is the end of Preaching accomplished? Till the end be attained, there's still need, that the means he continued:
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And what was the end of Preaching? Was it men's Instruction onely, to bring them to the knowledg of Christ, to turn them from Darkness to Light? Was it not for their Conversion also, to turn them from the power of Sathan unto God? Yea,
And what was the end of Preaching? Was it men's Instruction only, to bring them to the knowledge of christ, to turn them from Darkness to Light? Was it not for their Conversion also, to turn them from the power of Sathan unto God? Yea,
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and their Edification and Building up in Holiness to Salvation? Let these following Scriptures be consulted, Act. 26. 18. Eph. 4. 11, 12, 13. the Apostle Peter, 2 Pet. 1. 12, 13. told those Christians to whom he wrote, that he would,
and their Edification and Building up in Holiness to Salvation? Let these following Scriptures be consulted, Act. 26. 18. Ephesians 4. 11, 12, 13. the Apostle Peter, 2 Pet. 1. 12, 13. told those Christians to whom he wrote, that he would,
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and he thought it meet so to do, to put them in remembrance, as long as he lived,
and he Thought it meet so to do, to put them in remembrance, as long as he lived,
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and to stir them up to their Duty; though, says he, You know and be established in the present Truth.
and to stir them up to their Duty; though, Says he, You know and be established in the present Truth.
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You say, you need no more Preaching the Preacher can tell you no more than you know already;
You say, you need no more Preaching the Preacher can tell you no more than you know already;
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and might not these have better said it, when the Apostle acknowledgeth of them, that they did know;
and might not these have better said it, when the Apostle acknowledgeth of them, that they did know;
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and more than that, were establish'd in those very Truths, he meant, to continue Preaching to them? And yet he tells them, it's meet they be still put in remembrance of them:
and more than that, were established in those very Truths, he meant, to continue Preaching to them? And yet he tells them, it's meet they be still put in remembrance of them:
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Sure Peter 's Authority weighs not so much with these men, as his, that pretends to sit in Peter 's Chair: But hath the Gospel indeed done its Work,
Sure Peter is authority weighs not so much with these men, as his, that pretends to fit in Peter is Chair: But hath the Gospel indeed done its Work,
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and reached its End? Witness the Objectors own cases.
and reached its End? Witness the Objectors own cases.
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Let not onely their Lewdness and Impenitency, but their Ignorance and Unbelief, come in and testifie, whether it hath or no.
Let not only their lewdness and Impenitency, but their Ignorance and Unbelief, come in and testify, whither it hath or no.
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They that have most need themselves, are they that say, There's no more need of Preaching.
They that have most need themselves, Are they that say, There's no more need of Preaching.
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There needs no more Argument, to stop such Mouthes, but the shewing them themselves:
There needs no more Argument, to stop such Mouths, but the showing them themselves:
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Or if it should have done its work upon you, yet hath it done its work upon all? Are there no Unbelievers left? Have all men Faith? Faith comes by Hearing; and how shall they hear without a Preacher? If you say, they have Bibles to instruct them,
Or if it should have done its work upon you, yet hath it done its work upon all? are there no Unbelievers left? Have all men Faith? Faith comes by Hearing; and how shall they hear without a Preacher? If you say, they have Bibles to instruct them,
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and their own Consciences to preach to them, I answer; First, for their Bibles, two Things:
and their own Consciences to preach to them, I answer; First, for their Bibles, two Things:
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1. Those that are no Friends to the Pulpit, are none of the best Friends to the Bible:
1. Those that Are no Friends to the Pulpit, Are none of the best Friends to the bible:
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Those that would not that the people should hear, care not how little they read the Scriptures:
Those that would not that the people should hear, care not how little they read the Scriptures:
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And be sure, when ever Preaching is let fall, the Bible will in a little while be laid aside.
And be sure, when ever Preaching is let fallen, the bible will in a little while be laid aside.
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2. Understandest thou what thou readest? How canst thou without a Guide? He knows but little of the Scriptures, that doth not understand, that they are hard to be understood.
2. Understandest thou what thou Readest? How Canst thou without a Guide? He knows but little of the Scriptures, that does not understand, that they Are hard to be understood.
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There are, the Apostle tells us, NONLATINALPHABET in the Scriptures, Things hard to be understood:
There Are, the Apostle tells us, in the Scriptures, Things hard to be understood:
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As there are many NONLATINALPHABET to all that read, so to many that read, all are so.
As there Are many to all that read, so to many that read, all Are so.
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The Vulgar can as well read the Scriptures, without their own Eyes, as understand them without the Preacher'• Lips. Till we come to hold, that Ignorance is the Mother of Devotion, or that Images are Lay-mens Gospell ▪ till then, let it be granted as necessary, that the Preacher's Lips preserve Knowledg.
The vulgar can as well read the Scriptures, without their own Eyes, as understand them without the Preacher'• Lips. Till we come to hold, that Ignorance is the Mother of Devotion, or that Images Are Laymen's Gospel ▪ till then, let it be granted as necessary, that the Preacher's Lips preserve Knowledge.
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2. For Conscience, let the Word, at least, be p•eached so long, till it be made manifest in the Consciences of the Hearers:
2. For Conscience, let the Word, At least, be p•eached so long, till it be made manifest in the Consciences of the Hearers:
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That Conscience that hath not been sufficiently preached to, will prove an insufficient Preacher: Let preaching be con•inued, till the Word be manifested in the Consciences of all the Hearers ▪ and if you will needs have it so, then let it be forborn.
That Conscience that hath not been sufficiently preached to, will prove an insufficient Preacher: Let preaching be con•inued, till the Word be manifested in the Consciences of all the Hearers ▪ and if you will needs have it so, then let it be forborn.
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Secondly, Hath the Devil yet given over Preaching, and are the Preachers yet silent? Hath the Devil yet given over his Preaching? his deceiving Souls, his perverting the good ways of the Lord,
Secondly, Hath the devil yet given over Preaching, and Are the Preachers yet silent? Hath the devil yet given over his Preaching? his deceiving Souls, his perverting the good ways of the Lord,
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and discou•aging persons from walking in them? Sure there's need that Christ be preached, while there is a Devil that impeaches him.
and discou•aging Persons from walking in them? Sure there's need that christ be preached, while there is a devil that impeaches him.
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Hath the Devil them that preach him every day, and must not Christ have them that preach him, at least, every Sabbath-day? may once a moneth, or once a quarter, be enough for these,
Hath the devil them that preach him every day, and must not christ have them that preach him, At least, every Sabbath-day? may once a Monn, or once a quarter, be enough for these,
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when every day, and all the day-long, doe• scarce suffice for those? When, or where are evill men silent? Are they not preaching daily? in the House, in the Streets, in the Taverns, on the Stage, i• the Stews? Preaching by their Oaths, their Curses ▪ by their L•es, by their Scoff•, by their Habits, b• thei• Cups, by their W•ores,
when every day, and all the daylong, doe• scarce suffice for those? When, or where Are evil men silent? are they not preaching daily? in the House, in the Streets, in the Taverns, on the Stage, i• the Stews? Preaching by their Oaths, their Curses ▪ by their L•es, by their Scoff•, by their Habits, b• thei• Cups, by their W•ores,
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and almost by all their words and work•? And is there no need that Christ be any longer preached any where,
and almost by all their words and work•? And is there no need that christ be any longer preached any where,
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when the Devil is preached every where? If in such a case the Preachers of Christ should altogether hold their peace ▪ might we not expect that the very stones would cry out? This is but a seasonable Demand.
when the devil is preached every where? If in such a case the Preachers of christ should altogether hold their peace ▪ might we not expect that the very stones would cry out? This is but a seasonable Demand.
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Let Faith and Holiness, first have none found that preach against them, before those that preach them, be concluded, such as may well be spared:
Let Faith and Holiness, First have none found that preach against them, before those that preach them, be concluded, such as may well be spared:
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But what need we reason any longer, in a case so plain, wherein I can have no Adversaries,
But what need we reason any longer, in a case so plain, wherein I can have no Adversaries,
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but such as the Apostle had, when he fought with Beasts at Ephesus. Whosoever is an Adversary to Prea•hing, is either an Infidel, or a Brute.
but such as the Apostle had, when he fought with Beasts At Ephesus. Whosoever is an Adversary to Prea•hing, is either an Infidel, or a Brutus.
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I shall onely leave one word for such to •hew upon, and so leave them and their cause to the Judgment of God, Act. 13. 46. It was necessary that the Word of God should have been first spoken to you;
I shall only leave one word for such to •hew upon, and so leave them and their cause to the Judgement of God, Act. 13. 46. It was necessary that the Word of God should have been First spoken to you;
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but because you put it from you, and judge your selves unworthy of everlasting Life,
but Because you put it from you, and judge your selves unworthy of everlasting Life,
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Lo we turn unto the Gentiles? Let all back-friends to Preaching, pause s•dly upon that Word;Lo we turn unto the Gentiles? Let all Backfriends to Preaching, pause s•dly upon that Word;
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you have prevented the Judgment of God, by putting the Word from you, you have given your selves your own Sentence, you have judged your selves unworthy of Everlasting Life.
you have prevented the Judgement of God, by putting the Word from you, you have given your selves your own Sentence, you have judged your selves unworthy of Everlasting Life.
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Well, by what hath been said, notwithstanding all that can be said against it, it appears, that the removal of the Gospel,
Well, by what hath been said, notwithstanding all that can be said against it, it appears, that the removal of the Gospel,
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and the preaching of it, is a grievous Judgment.
and the preaching of it, is a grievous Judgement.
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2. This grievous Judgment shall yet work to the good of Saints: That which comes in Wrath on some, may be in Mercy to others:
2. This grievous Judgement shall yet work to the good of Saints: That which comes in Wrath on Some, may be in Mercy to Others:
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'Tis the ignorant, the unconverted, the unbelieving part of men, on whom the Vengeance of this Judgment falls:
It's the ignorant, the unconverted, the unbelieving part of men, on whom the Vengeance of this Judgement falls:
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'Tis those that are weary of the Word, that can worse it. Sinners, you that say to the Seers, see not;
It's those that Are weary of the Word, that can Worse it. Sinners, you that say to the Seers, see not;
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to the Prophets, prophecie no more to us; let us alone, we have enough of this preaching;
to the prophets, prophecy no more to us; let us alone, we have enough of this preaching;
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if God once say, as you say, Let it be according to their word, 'tis your Souls are like to go for it:
if God once say, as you say, Let it be according to their word, it's your Souls Are like to go for it:
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And 'tis not the least aggravation of the Sorrows of the Saints, the misery they see, hereby coming on you:
And it's not the least aggravation of the Sorrows of the Saints, the misery they see, hereby coming on you:
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As for themselves, (that I may answer more distinctly) 1. The Gospel shall never be totally removed from them;
As for themselves, (that I may answer more distinctly) 1. The Gospel shall never be totally removed from them;
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they shall never see days of Famine: If they never again hear the joyful Sound from without, they shall have it within.
they shall never see days of Famine: If they never again hear the joyful Found from without, they shall have it within.
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The Word which they have receiv'd, shall be in them a Well of Water, springing up unto Eternal Life:
The Word which they have received, shall be in them a Well of Water, springing up unto Eternal Life:
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If the Showers and the Rain fail, yet the Spring which is within them, shall supply that want:
If the Showers and the Rain fail, yet the Spring which is within them, shall supply that want:
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If they have no Bible in the House, no preaching in the Pulpit, yet they have 〈 ◊ 〉 Bible in their Hearts, a Preacher in their Breasts, th•• shall instruct and comfort them.
If they have no bible in the House, no preaching in the Pulpit, yet they have 〈 ◊ 〉 bible in their Hearts, a Preacher in their Breasts, th•• shall instruct and Comfort them.
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Pharaoh 's Dream ▪ and the Interpretation of it, shall be to the Egyptians, and not to Israel. The lean Kine shall not devour the fat ones;Pharaoh is Dream ▪ and the Interpretation of it, shall be to the egyptians, and not to Israel. The lean Kine shall not devour the fat ones;
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there is a Store-house, from whence they shall be supply'd.
there is a Storehouse, from whence they shall be supplied.
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Whatever scarcity there be, this is certain not one of them shall want a Viaticum, to bring them to the• Journeys end.
Whatever scarcity there be, this is certain not one of them shall want a Viaticum, to bring them to the• Journeys end.
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God will not suffer one of his Ele•• to starve or perish in the way:
God will not suffer one of his Ele•• to starve or perish in the Way:
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There shall not fa• means of one kind or another, till the whole Bod• •e perfected and built up:
There shall not fa• means of one kind or Another, till the Whole Bod• •e perfected and built up:
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Till (we all) come unto p•rfect Man, unto the measure of the stature of the fulness of Christ. Till (we all) come unto p•rfect Man, unto the measure of the stature of the fullness of christ.
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2. That Scarcity, that does at any time befal the• shall happen to them for the better, and not for th• worse.
2. That Scarcity, that does At any time befall the• shall happen to them for the better, and not for th• Worse.
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1. For who knows, when ever the Ministry is removed, but it may be in orde• to a greater Glory:
1. For who knows, when ever the Ministry is removed, but it may be in orde• to a greater Glory:
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it's Return? Perhaps, God's sending away Pasto• from a People, may be as Paul's absence from the Romans, that they may return, in the fulness of the blessing of the Gospel:
it's Return? Perhaps, God's sending away Pasto• from a People, may be as Paul's absence from the Romans, that they may return, in the fullness of the blessing of the Gospel:
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Or as Onesimus his departing from Philemon: Perhaps, they therefore depart for a season, that they may be received for ever:
Or as Onesimus his departing from Philemon: Perhaps, they Therefore depart for a season, that they may be received for ever:
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Or, if this should not be the case of any particular Church, if they should return no more; yet,
Or, if this should not be the case of any particular Church, if they should return no more; yet,
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2. Their want of means shall supply their want of means; their want of means shall be their means:
2. Their want of means shall supply their want of means; their want of means shall be their means:
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When they have no Preacher, their empty Pulpits shall preach to them; this most smarting of Rods will have its voice.
When they have no Preacher, their empty Pulpits shall preach to them; this most smarting of Rods will have its voice.
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If they have no longer the Light with them, their Darkness shall instruct them;
If they have no longer the Light with them, their Darkness shall instruct them;
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if they want their [ burning ] Lights, the very Cold shall preserve and increase their inward vigour;
if they want their [ burning ] Lights, the very Cold shall preserve and increase their inward vigour;
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the wickedness of others, shall make them more holy; the violence of evil men upon sin, shall enkindle their zeal for God;
the wickedness of Others, shall make them more holy; the violence of evil men upon since, shall enkindle their zeal for God;
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the darkness that's here below, shall make them to live more above, and all this shall make to their fuller Reward.
the darkness that's Here below, shall make them to live more above, and all this shall make to their fuller Reward.
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'Tis a greater Ver•ue to keep up the Heart, to keep on our way, where there is a want,
It's a greater Ver•ue to keep up the Heart, to keep on our Way, where there is a want,
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than where there are abundance of means and helps; and an higher Vertue shall have a greater Reward.
than where there Are abundance of means and helps; and an higher Virtue shall have a greater Reward.
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3. The failing of the Word, will bring back to their Memories, and upon their own Hearts, that which they have receiv'd;
3. The failing of the Word, will bring back to their Memories, and upon their own Hearts, that which they have received;
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and as the emptiness of the Stomach, will cause a second and better Concoction, and turn it into better nourishment;
and as the emptiness of the Stomach, will cause a second and better Concoction, and turn it into better nourishment;
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when there are no more Loaves, they'l gather up the Fragments, that nothing be lost; the less there is, more to be h•d;
when there Are no more Loaves, They'll gather up the Fragments, that nothing be lost; the less there is, more to be h•d;
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the more reckoning, and the better use they will make of what they h•ve; their present want, will be a rebuke of their former wantonness:
the more reckoning, and the better use they will make of what they h•ve; their present want, will be a rebuke of their former wantonness:
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their want of Remembrancers, will help their Mercies, and whet their Appetites. Every old truth, that hath been too much laid by, will then be pretious.
their want of Remembrancers, will help their mercies, and whet their Appetites. Every old truth, that hath been too much laid by, will then be precious.
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4. Whenever ordinary means fail ▪ God will either find extraordinary means fail, God will either find extraordinary,
4. Whenever ordinary means fail ▪ God will either find extraordinary means fail, God will either find extraordinary,
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or else will feed them more imm•diately from himself.
or Else will feed them more imm•diately from himself.
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Psal. 34. 9. God hath promised, that those that fear the Lord, shall want no good thing. Psalm 34. 9. God hath promised, that those that Fear the Lord, shall want no good thing.
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If that be meant of temporal good things ▪ yet sure, it will yield us an Argument, that will reach the present case.
If that be meant of temporal good things ▪ yet sure, it will yield us an Argument, that will reach the present case.
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If God will provide for their Carkases, much more for their Souls.
If God will provide for their Carcases, much more for their Souls.
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If God will supply them with less necessaries, then doubtless he will not be wanting, in whats absolutely necessary.
If God will supply them with less necessaries, then doubtless he will not be wanting, in whats absolutely necessary.
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Psal. 23. 1, 2, 3. The Lord is my Sh•pheard, I shall not want; and so on, throughout the Psalm.Psalm 23. 1, 2, 3. The Lord is my Sh•pheard, I shall not want; and so on, throughout the Psalm.
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Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me, all the dayes of my life; and I shall dwell in the House of the Lord for ever. Surely Goodness and mercy shall follow me, all the days of my life; and I shall dwell in the House of the Lord for ever.
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Here we have the Psalmists conclusion, and it's foundation; or his confidence, and it's ground;
Here we have the Psalmists conclusion, and it's Foundation; or his confidence, and it's ground;
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his foundation, or ground is, the Lord is my Shepheard, his conclusion and confidence is, I shall not want;
his Foundation, or ground is, the Lord is my Shepherd, his conclusion and confidence is, I shall not want;
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that is, neither for Body, nor Soul;
that is, neither for Body, nor Soul;
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as appears by the following part of the Psalm. If Davids Logick, and his Faith too, does not fail him, the conclusion is firm;
as appears by the following part of the Psalm. If Davids Logic, and his Faith too, does not fail him, the conclusion is firm;
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let the Lord be his Shepheard, and he shall not know Famine or want. Gods relation to his people, is their security, for a sufficient provision in all times.
let the Lord be his Shepherd, and he shall not know Famine or want. God's Relation to his people, is their security, for a sufficient provision in all times.
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If the Lord be their Shepheard, he must see them fed; he must either find them those that shall, or do it himself.
If the Lord be their Shepherd, he must see them fed; he must either find them those that shall, or do it himself.
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He must either find them Pastors, or be their Pastor; He must either provide them, or be their Pasture.
He must either find them Pastors, or be their Pastor; He must either provide them, or be their Pasture.
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If ordinary means fail, he must find extraordinary, if both fail, he must be instead of means to them. Here two things.
If ordinary means fail, he must find extraordinary, if both fail, he must be instead of means to them. Here two things.
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1. That God stands engaged, as the Shepheard of his people, where ordinary means fail, either to provide them extraordinary,
1. That God Stands engaged, as the Shepherd of his people, where ordinary means fail, either to provide them extraordinary,
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or to feed them more immediately from himself.
or to feed them more immediately from himself.
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2. That extraordinary means, or no means, when God brings his People to it, will be better than their ordinary means,
2. That extraordinary means, or no means, when God brings his People to it, will be better than their ordinary means,
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1. That God stands engaged, as the Shepheard of his People, where ordinary means fail, either to provide them extraordinary,
1. That God Stands engaged, as the Shepherd of his People, where ordinary means fail, either to provide them extraordinary,
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or to feed them more immediately, from himself. Feed them he must, or he cannot be faithful;
or to feed them more immediately, from himself. Feed them he must, or he cannot be faithful;
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and if means fail, he must supply that want one way or other. Now God is faithful, and will not see his Sheep to starve.
and if means fail, he must supply that want one Way or other. Now God is faithful, and will not see his Sheep to starve.
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Isa. 41. 17, 18. When the poor and needy seek water, and there is none, Isaiah 41. 17, 18. When the poor and needy seek water, and there is none,
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and their Tongue faileth for thirst, I the Lord will hear them, I the God of Israel will not forsake them. I will open Rivers in high places,
and their Tongue Faileth for thirst, I the Lord will hear them, I the God of Israel will not forsake them. I will open rivers in high places,
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and Fountains in the midst of the Vallies, I will make the Wilderness a Poor of Water,
and Fountains in the midst of the Valleys, I will make the Wilderness a Poor of Water,
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and the dry Land, Springs of Water. and the dry Land, Springs of Water.
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Oh what a good World is here, for the poor Saints to live upon, in hard times.
O what a good World is Here, for the poor Saints to live upon, in hard times.
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It is interpreted, to have an immediate reference to the outward, and yet a special respect also, to the spiritual wants and distresses.
It is interpreted, to have an immediate Referente to the outward, and yet a special respect also, to the spiritual Wants and Distresses.
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And it will appear, if we compare it, with the like expressions. Chap. 44. 3. I will poure water upon him that is thirsty,
And it will appear, if we compare it, with the like expressions. Chap. 44. 3. I will pour water upon him that is thirsty,
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and floods upon the dry ground, I will poure my Spirit on thy Seed, and my Blessing upon thine off-spring. From the former Scriptures note,and floods upon the dry ground, I will pour my Spirit on thy Seed, and my Blessing upon thine offspring. From the former Scriptures note,
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1. That the poor People of God, may sometimes be (as to the visible Soul-provisions) but in a poor case.
1. That the poor People of God, may sometime be (as to the visible Soul-provisions) but in a poor case.
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Needy, and hungry, and thirsty, their hearts fainting, their tongues failing for thirst, and their waters dryed up.
Needy, and hungry, and thirsty, their hearts fainting, their tongues failing for thirst, and their waters dried up.
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[ If they seek water, and there be none. ] 2. All the wants and straits of the Saints, are before the Lord.
[ If they seek water, and there be none. ] 2. All the Wants and straits of the Saints, Are before the Lord.
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[ I the Lord will hear.
[ I the Lord will hear.
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] Christians, though those that should, will not, yet he that can, will hear the cryes of your Souls;
] Christians, though those that should, will not, yet he that can, will hear the cries of your Souls;
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all your faintings, and pantings, and longings for the water of life, are before your e•es,
all your faintings, and pantings, and longings for the water of life, Are before your e•es,
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and come up into the eares of the Lo•d of Sabbath.
and come up into the ears of the Lo•d of Sabbath.
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3. God hath more wayes than one, to relieve the wants, and refresh the bowels of his hungry ones.
3. God hath more ways than one, to relieve the Wants, and refresh the bowels of his hungry ones.
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He hath extraordinary means for extraordina•y ca•es.
He hath extraordinary means for extraordina•y ca•es.
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If they can find no common Rivers, he will open, or make new Rivers 〈 ◊ 〉 high places, the dry places, the very Rock wil• yield a River, when God commands it.
If they can find no Common rivers, he will open, or make new rivers 〈 ◊ 〉 high places, the dry places, the very Rock wil• yield a River, when God commands it.
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4. Gods extraordinary Provisions shall not be scant•, and penurious, but rich and plentifull.
4. God's extraordinary Provisions shall not be scant•, and penurious, but rich and plentiful.
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'Tis not some drops, or now and then a draught, a little to stay the longing,
It's not Some drops, or now and then a draught, a little to stay the longing,
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or barely enough to keep them alive;
or barely enough to keep them alive;
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he prepares them Rivers, Fountains, Pools, Springs of water, [ I will open Rivers in the high places, Fountains in the Vallies, &c. ] Whereever they be cast, in the high places, in the Vallies, in the Wilderness, in the dry Lands, whereever they be cast, I will cause Provision enough to meet them;
he prepares them rivers, Fountains, Pools, Springs of water, [ I will open rivers in the high places, Fountains in the Valleys, etc. ] Wherever they be cast, in the high places, in the Valleys, in the Wilderness, in the dry Lands, wherever they be cast, I will cause Provision enough to meet them;
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though they have neither Bag nor Bottle, nor any thing to carry with them, they shall not want;
though they have neither Bag nor Bottle, nor any thing to carry with them, they shall not want;
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the River shall meet them, Springs shall arise and break forth to them.
the River shall meet them, Springs shall arise and break forth to them.
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5. They are not the wanting, but the thirsting, the seeking Souls, whom God will supply.
5. They Are not the wanting, but the thirsting, the seeking Souls, whom God will supply.
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When the poor and needy [ seek ] water, and there is none. Oh Christians! how many poor are there, that sit down by their poverty;
When the poor and needy [ seek ] water, and there is none. O Christians! how many poor Are there, that fit down by their poverty;
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who if they starve, yet will not beg, their emptiness hath taken away their Appetites. These are sad Souls;
who if they starve, yet will not beg, their emptiness hath taken away their Appetites. These Are sad Souls;
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'tis a sad sight, to behold a company of hunger-bitten Souls, sit weeping, and sighing, seeking after the Bread,
it's a sad sighed, to behold a company of hunger-bitten Souls, fit weeping, and sighing, seeking After the Bred,
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and Water of life, and finding none; but to see empty, and yet not hungry; fainting, and yet not panting Souls;
and Water of life, and finding none; but to see empty, and yet not hungry; fainting, and yet not panting Souls;
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to see Souls even dying away for want, and yet not desiring or craving a supply, this is a much sore• spectacle.
to see Souls even dying away for want, and yet not desiring or craving a supply, this is a much sore• spectacle.
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A starveling thirstless Soul, is next to a Ghost. A starveling thirstless Soul, is next to a Ghost.
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Well, if ever such Souls find, who never seek water, 'tis more than God hath promised them.
Well, if ever such Souls find, who never seek water, it's more than God hath promised them.
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'Tis they that seek water, to whom God will open a River.
It's they that seek water, to whom God will open a River.
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6. What ever difficulty there be, to furnish the hungry Sain•s, with a sufficiency of Provision,
6. What ever difficulty there be, to furnish the hungry Sain•s, with a sufficiency of Provision,
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yet one way or other, it shall be done. I [ the Lord ] will hear.
yet one Way or other, it shall be done. I [ the Lord ] will hear.
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I [ the God ] of Israel, will not forsaken them. Upon me be all their wants.
I [ the God ] of Israel, will not forsaken them. Upon me be all their Wants.
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I am [ God ] and can, I am [ their God ] the God of Israel, and will, provide for them.
I am [ God ] and can, I am [ their God ] the God of Israel, and will, provide for them.
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They must and shall be provided for; whatever course I be put to take, I must not see them starve.
They must and shall be provided for; whatever course I be put to take, I must not see them starve.
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The Lord will not be wanting to them, if his Word be not heard, his Works shall speak;
The Lord will not be wanting to them, if his Word be not herd, his Works shall speak;
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if Preachers cannot, Providence shall preach to them; if their f•iends cannot, their enemies, their stripes, their wounds, their rods, shall instruct them.
if Preachers cannot, Providence shall preach to them; if their f•iends cannot, their enemies, their stripes, their wounds, their rods, shall instruct them.
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Thy Rod and thy Staffe comfort me. Thy Rod and thy Staff Comfort me.
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If they have no other, the Sun, Moon, and Stars, the Fouls of the Air, the Beasts of the Field, shall be their Prophets, and Apostles.
If they have no other, the Sun, Moon, and Stars, the Fouls of the Air, the Beasts of the Field, shall be their prophets, and Apostles.
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If all should fail, yet the Spirit of the Lord shall not fail, to be their Teacher and Comforter.
If all should fail, yet the Spirit of the Lord shall not fail, to be their Teacher and Comforter.
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2. Extraordinary means have more in them, than ordinary, and no means more than means.
2. Extraordinary means have more in them, than ordinary, and no means more than means.
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1. Extraordinary me•ns, when ordinary cannot be had, are sweeter, and better feeding for the Saints, then ordinary would be.
1. Extraordinary me•ns, when ordinary cannot be had, Are Sweeten, and better feeding for the Saints, then ordinary would be.
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The l•ss of the Creature, the more of God; the less of common Providence, the more of special Grace.
The l•ss of the Creature, the more of God; the less of Common Providence, the more of special Grace.
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Water out of the Rock, was more pretious than out of the River;
Water out of the Rock, was more precious than out of the River;
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the Manna of the Wilderness, was (to them that understood it) better than the Milk of Canaan. Elijah never made better meals,
the Manna of the Wilderness, was (to them that understood it) better than the Milk of Canaan. Elijah never made better meals,
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than what he got out of the Ravens mouth.
than what he god out of the Ravens Mouth.
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I have heard of Woman, in great distress of Soul, who received comfort, when the Word was brought her by the mouth of a child, which she had failed of receiving from the mouths of many excellent Ministers.
I have herd of Woman, in great distress of Soul, who received Comfort, when the Word was brought her by the Mouth of a child, which she had failed of receiving from the mouths of many excellent Ministers.
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2. No means, often prove better than means;
2. No means, often prove better than means;
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when I say, no means, I do not understand simply none, means they shall have, of one kind or other;
when I say, no means, I do not understand simply none, means they shall have, of one kind or other;
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their understandings, their memories, their secret duties, Prayer, Meditation, &c. but by no means, I understand nothing from without, no Ordinances, Friends, Societies, Books, &c. Gods feeding of a Soul, more immediately, is much sweeter,
their understandings, their memories, their secret duties, Prayer, Meditation, etc. but by no means, I understand nothing from without, no Ordinances, Friends, Societies, Books, etc. God's feeding of a Soul, more immediately, is much Sweeten,
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then when he sends Provision by the hand of another;
then when he sends Provision by the hand of Another;
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the Samaritans hearing Christ• Words, from his own mouth, was much more to them, than the same words reported by the Woman.
the Samaritans hearing Christ• Words, from his own Mouth, was much more to them, than the same words reported by the Woman.
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Dulcius ex ipso fonte. Water is the purer, the nearer the Fountain;Dulcet ex ipso Fonte. Water is the Purer, the nearer the Fountain;
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the Bread that comes down from Heaven, is better Bread, than that which grows up out of the Earth,
the Bred that comes down from Heaven, is better Bred, than that which grows up out of the Earth,
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though that be originally from Heaven also.
though that be originally from Heaven also.
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By how much the more immediately our comforts come from He•ven, by so much the more they have of Heaven in them.
By how much the more immediately our comforts come from He•ven, by so much the more they have of Heaven in them.
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If upon the failing of publick Communion, it be made up so much the more in secret, sure the Saints have no reason to complain.
If upon the failing of public Communion, it be made up so much the more in secret, sure the Saints have no reason to complain.
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And whether this be not so, let the Prisons, into which the Saints have been sometimes cast ▪ the Wilderness into which they have been sometimes banished;
And whither this be not so, let the Prisons, into which the Saints have been sometime cast ▪ the Wilderness into which they have been sometime banished;
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let Elihu's Songs in the night, Peters, Pauls, Silaghs Songs in the Prison, in the Stocks, stand forth and testifie.
let Elihu's Songs in the night, Peter's, Paul's, Silaghs Songs in the Prison, in the Stocks, stand forth and testify.
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If Prison joyes, and exile comforts, have not been often both fuller and sweeter to them,
If Prison Joys, and exile comforts, have not been often both fuller and Sweeten to them,
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than when they have rolled in Manna, and lived in the fulness ▪ and freedom of all helps and means;
than when they have rolled in Manna, and lived in the fullness ▪ and freedom of all helps and means;
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then not a few Christians, have either mistaken, or mis-reported their experiences.
then not a few Christians, have either mistaken, or misreported their experiences.
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To pretend to live above Ordinances, whilest God affords them, is a wickedness that some men have to repent of;
To pretend to live above Ordinances, whilst God affords them, is a wickedness that Some men have to Repent of;
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but where God denies them, he doth, he will provide a better subsistence without them.
but where God Denies them, he does, he will provide a better subsistence without them.
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Now lay all this together, and then you will see, that even this also, this most grievous of Judgments, the famine of the Word,
Now lay all this together, and then you will see, that even this also, this most grievous of Judgments, the famine of the Word,
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when ever it befalls, shall work for good to those that love God. Christians, chear up your hearts;
when ever it befalls, shall work for good to those that love God. Christians, cheer up your hearts;
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whatever drought, or dearth, may fall upon the World, you are provided for, you shall have enough.
whatever drought, or dearth, may fallen upon the World, you Are provided for, you shall have enough.
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If the shoures fail without, you have within you, that which shall spring up to eternall life.
If the showers fail without, you have within you, that which shall spring up to Eternal life.
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If your streams should be dryed up, if your Pastures should be trodden down, you have a God, that will be both your Pastor and Pasture.
If your streams should be dried up, if your Pastures should be trodden down, you have a God, that will be both your Pastor and Pasture.
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If the Rive• fail you, the Rock shall supply you; what you want in ordinary, you may look to be made up in extraordinary means.
If the Rive• fail you, the Rock shall supply you; what you want in ordinary, you may look to be made up in extraordinary means.
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The drying up of the waters, shall but drive you up to the Spring-head.
The drying up of the waters, shall but drive you up to the Springhead.
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If ever the Stars fail you, God shall but exchange Star-light for Sun-light; while there's light in the Sun, you shall not walk in darkness.
If ever the Stars fail you, God shall but exchange Starlight for Sunlight; while there's Light in the Sun, you shall not walk in darkness.
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See but to this, make sure that this God is yours, and he must find out a comfortable feeding for you;
See but to this, make sure that this God is yours, and he must find out a comfortable feeding for you;
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if you can but say Davids first words after him, the Lord is my Shepherd; you may then with confidence, say the whole Psalm after him.
if you can but say Davids First words After him, the Lord is my Shepherd; you may then with confidence, say the Whole Psalm After him.
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I shall not want, he will make me to lie down in green Pastures; he will lead me by the still Waters; I shall not want, he will make me to lie down in green Pastures; he will led me by the still Waters;
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though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evill, thy Rod and thy Staff shall comfort me.
though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will Fear no evil, thy Rod and thy Staff shall Comfort me.
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Thou shalt prepare me a Table in the presence of mine Enemies;
Thou shalt prepare me a Table in the presence of mine Enemies;
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Surely Goodness and Mercy shall follow me, all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the House of the Lord for ever. Surely goodness and Mercy shall follow me, all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the House of the Lord for ever.
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2. There is another Objection, that seems to have •ore difficulty in it.
2. There is Another Objection, that seems to have •ore difficulty in it.
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Suppose a Saint to fall into Distraction, and thereby to be deprived utterly of the use of his Reason,
Suppose a Saint to fallen into Distraction, and thereby to be deprived utterly of the use of his Reason,
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and so to live and die.
and so to live and die.
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How can it be imagined, that this can work for his good, either in this World,
How can it be imagined, that this can work for his good, either in this World,
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or the World to come? Can any good arise, out of an incapacity of any longer doing,
or the World to come? Can any good arise, out of an incapacity of any longer doing,
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or receiving good, or patiently suffering Evil? Can either his Grace here, or his Glory hereafter, be increased or advanced, by a man's being converted into a mere Bruit?
or receiving good, or patiently suffering Evil? Can either his Grace Here, or his Glory hereafter, be increased or advanced, by a Man's being converted into a mere Bruit?
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1. There's no doubt at all, but this may make for the Churches good: Is there nothing that others may learn out of such a sad Providence? If others may reap good by my evil, is it nothing to me? May it not be said to be good for any particular Saint, to bear the sorest Affliction, by which the Church may have benefit? He hath not much of a Saint, to whom,
1. There's no doubt At all, but this may make for the Churches good: Is there nothing that Others may Learn out of such a sad Providence? If Others may reap good by my evil, is it nothing to me? May it not be said to be good for any particular Saint, to bear the Sorest Affliction, by which the Church may have benefit? He hath not much of a Saint, to whom,
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if it were afore-hand proposed, whether for the benefit of the Church, he would be content,
if it were aforehand proposed, whither for the benefit of the Church, he would be content,
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if God see it good, to fall into such a calamity: He hath little of a Saint, that would deliberately refuse it.
if God see it good, to fallen into such a calamity: He hath little of a Saint, that would deliberately refuse it.
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Doubtless, a sincere Christian, who would count his usefulness to the good of the whole Body, to be his good, would say even concerning such a Message, were it brought to him, Good is the Word of the Lord:
Doubtless, a sincere Christian, who would count his usefulness to the good of the Whole Body, to be his good, would say even Concerning such a Message, were it brought to him, Good is the Word of the Lord:
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And that which afore-hand, he would judge to be good for him to submit to, may it not be good for him to be under?
And that which aforehand, he would judge to be good for him to submit to, may it not be good for him to be under?
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2. It may also be more directly for his particular personal good. For, 1. It may do him the same good, which Death will do for him:
2. It may also be more directly for his particular personal good. For, 1. It may do him the same good, which Death will do for him:
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Concerning which, the Apostle says it is yours, 1 Cor. 3. that is, it is for your advantage:
Concerning which, the Apostle Says it is yours, 1 Cor. 3. that is, it is for your advantage:
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It may take him from the evil to come;
It may take him from the evil to come;
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from those Sorrows, and that Trouble of Heart, which God might fore-see falling upon him, by any calamities, coming either on the Church in general,
from those Sorrows, and that Trouble of Heart, which God might foresee falling upon him, by any calamities, coming either on the Church in general,
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or himself, or Family in particular:
or himself, or Family in particular:
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which being deprived of his Reason, and power to reflect on, he cannot feel, or in the least be afflicted by.
which being deprived of his Reason, and power to reflect on, he cannot feel, or in the least be afflicted by.
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If you Reply, But the Remedy is worse than the Disease: To be useless and unserviceable is less eligible, than to be sorrowful and afflicted:
If you Reply, But the Remedy is Worse than the Disease: To be useless and unserviceable is less eligible, than to be sorrowful and afflicted:
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Will any man chuse to fall into a Lethargie, or Apoplexie, because 'twill secure him from the Torment of a Feaver? If there be any weight in this Reply, I shall adde a farther Answer; which,
Will any man choose to fallen into a Lethargy, or Apoplexy, Because it'll secure him from the Torment of a Fever? If there be any weight in this Reply, I shall add a farther Answer; which,
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if I misjudge not, will cut off all R•plyes.
if I misjudge not, will Cut off all R•plyes.
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2. Who knows, what Sins and Temptations he might have fallen into, and fallen by, had not the Lord by this means prevented it;
2. Who knows, what Sins and Temptations he might have fallen into, and fallen by, had not the Lord by this means prevented it;
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he might possibly have been a Back-slider, have fallen into gross sin, by which he might have been a Terrour to himself,
he might possibly have been a Backslider, have fallen into gross since, by which he might have been a Terror to himself,
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and a Scandal to the Gospel;
and a Scandal to the Gospel;
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and is it not good for him, that this is prevented? Is not that Affliction 〈 ◊ 〉 Mercy, which secures from such Iniquity?
and is it not good for him, that this is prevented? Is not that Affliction 〈 ◊ 〉 Mercy, which secures from such Iniquity?
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Who can say it is not thus? that the Lord foresaw he would have fallen into sin,
Who can say it is not thus? that the Lord foresaw he would have fallen into since,
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and for prevention, brought him into this Affliction:
and for prevention, brought him into this Affliction:
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Who can say, it is not thus? If none can, then this is no Objection.
Who can say, it is not thus? If none can, then this is no Objection.
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If you Reply, you say [ it may be ] this is the case; and I may as well say, [ it may be not ];
If you Reply, you say [ it may be ] this is the case; and I may as well say, [ it may be not ];
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there might be no such thing, that God fore-saw, as the Reason of this Providence. 'Tis but a Conjecture, and an Uncertainty, when you have made the most of it: Be it so;
there might be no such thing, that God foresaw, as the Reason of this Providence. It's but a Conjecture, and an Uncertainty, when you have made the most of it: Be it so;
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yet it will fully answer my end:
yet it will Fully answer my end:
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I am not now proving, that all things work for good to the Saints, that's sufficiently done already:
I am not now proving, that all things work for good to the Saints, that's sufficiently done already:
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But you are objecting against it;
But you Are objecting against it;
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and till you prove your Objection, which you can never do, unless you prove, that this is not the case;
and till you prove your Objection, which you can never do, unless you prove, that this is not the case;
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you must give me leave again to tell you, your Objection comes to nothing.
you must give me leave again to tell you, your Objection comes to nothing.
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And so at leng•h you see this Blessed, Glorious, Comfor•able Truth, stands it's Ground, and Triumphs over whatever hath any Shadow of Contradiction to it.
And so At leng•h you see this Blessed, Glorious, Comfor•able Truth, Stands it's Ground, and Triumphos over whatever hath any Shadow of Contradiction to it.
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By the way, learn hence two Things:
By the Way, Learn hence two Things:
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1. Rejoyce in this Promise of God: Hath the Lord put in thy name here, let thine Heart say, It is enough. Be more joyful in this, that God hath thus undertaken the Care of thee,
1. Rejoice in this Promise of God: Hath the Lord put in thy name Here, let thine Heart say, It is enough. Be more joyful in this, that God hath thus undertaken the Care of thee,
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than if God had wholly put thee to thine own hand; giving thee power to help, and liberty to chuse for thy self.
than if God had wholly put thee to thine own hand; giving thee power to help, and liberty to choose for thy self.
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In what wilt thou rejoyce, if not in this, that the whole Creation are ingaged to do thee a kindness, to help thee into the possession of thy God? Thou mayst now not onely submit to,
In what wilt thou rejoice, if not in this, that the Whole Creation Are engaged to do thee a kindness, to help thee into the possession of thy God? Thou Mayest now not only submit to,
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but thankfully embrace every Providence, knowing upon what Errand it comes to thee; for good, and not for hurt.
but thankfully embrace every Providence, knowing upon what Errand it comes to thee; for good, and not for hurt.
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Thou mayst now triumph, not onely in the Consternations, but in the Triumphs of thine enemies.
Thou Mayest now triumph, not only in the Consternations, but in the Triumphos of thine enemies.
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Whether they ride over thy back, or thou tread on their neck, 'tis all one, the issue will be the same.
Whither they ride over thy back, or thou tread on their neck, it's all one, the issue will be the same.
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Thy Troubles and thy Consolations differ only in their Countenance; with what ever grim face thy afflictions look, there are smiles under;
Thy Troubles and thy Consolations differ only in their Countenance; with what ever grim face thy afflictions look, there Are smiles under;
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learn to see through them, and thou mayst see light on the further side. Believe this Word, thou mayst read it written upon every thing that befalls thee:
Learn to see through them, and thou Mayest see Light on the further side. Believe this Word, thou Mayest read it written upon every thing that befalls thee:
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there's no Messenger that comes, but brings this promise in his hand, Even this shall work for good. Read it, and rejoyce.
there's no Messenger that comes, but brings this promise in his hand, Even this shall work for good. Read it, and rejoice.
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2. Lay thy self down quietly under it. No more perplexing or distracting cares, what shall become of thee;
2. Lay thy self down quietly under it. No more perplexing or distracting Cares, what shall become of thee;
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no more unwarrantable shifting for thy self: Let God alone. Shift not for thy self, lest God leave thee to thine own shifts.
no more unwarrantable shifting for thy self: Let God alone. Shift not for thy self, lest God leave thee to thine own shifts.
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Let not the violence of evil men disturb thy Peace, or provoke thee to unpeaceableness. What ever provocations thou mayst have, avenge not thy self,
Let not the violence of evil men disturb thy Peace, or provoke thee to Unpeaceableness. What ever provocations thou Mayest have, avenge not thy self,
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neither give place unto wrath, murmuring, or fears. In thy patience possess thy Soul, thy God, and his good Word:
neither give place unto wrath, murmuring, or fears. In thy patience possess thy Soul, thy God, and his good Word:
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Thy strength is to sit still. Stand still and see the Salvation of God; thou hast nothing to do but to be H•ly let that be thine only care;
Thy strength is to fit still. Stand still and see the Salvation of God; thou hast nothing to do but to be H•ly let that be thine only care;
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thy God will see to it thou shalt be happy: he is faithful that hath promised.
thy God will see to it thou shalt be happy: he is faithful that hath promised.
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Love God, and leave thy self and thy whole Interest in this blessed Word, All things shall work to thee for good.
Love God, and leave thy self and thy Whole Interest in this blessed Word, All things shall work to thee for good.
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By this time you see something of the Riches of this Promise: God is in the promise;
By this time you see something of the Riches of this Promise: God is in the promise;
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the God of Peace, the God of Power, the God of Patience, the God of Hope;
the God of Peace, the God of Power, the God of Patience, the God of Hope;
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the heart of God, the help of God, the presence of God; by vertue whereof, all that ever befalls them shall work for their good.
the heart of God, the help of God, the presence of God; by virtue whereof, all that ever befalls them shall work for their good.
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Methinks the hearing of this Promise opened, should set your Souls, and all that is within you a crying out, Oh that this were my portion!
Methinks the hearing of this Promise opened, should Set your Souls, and all that is within you a crying out, O that this were my portion!
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Where ever my Lott do fall, as to outward things, though in a prison, though in a desert, though on a dung-hill;
Where ever my Lot do fallen, as to outward things, though in a prison, though in a desert, though on a dunghill;
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let the lott of my Soul lye in this Promise, The God of Peace shall be with you.
let the lot of my Soul lie in this Promise, The God of Peace shall be with you.
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W•y Brethren, will you take up with Godliness: you have learned, and received, and heard the Word of the Lord;
W•y Brothers, will you take up with Godliness: you have learned, and received, and herd the Word of the Lord;
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the Word of Faith, the Word of righteousness, and holiness, will you hearken to, will you obey these words? These things do,
the Word of Faith, the Word of righteousness, and holiness, will you harken to, will you obey these words? These things do,
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and the God of Peace sh•ll be with you.
and the God of Peace sh•ll be with you.
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Oh what foolish Creatures are we, that ever we should be afraid of Religion, afraid of Holiness, afraid to own, obey,
O what foolish Creatures Are we, that ever we should be afraid of Religion, afraid of Holiness, afraid to own, obey,
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and follow God and his holy wayes.
and follow God and his holy ways.
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What unreasonable fears are these, to those that believe the Scriptures? If the Scriptures be true, this is the only way, this following God in holiness, to put your selves out of all danger, to put your selves into the heart, arms, presence, protection, of the Almighty God of Heaven and Earth.
What unreasonable fears Are these, to those that believe the Scriptures? If the Scriptures be true, this is the only Way, this following God in holiness, to put your selves out of all danger, to put your selves into the heart, arms, presence, protection, of the Almighty God of Heaven and Earth.
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Oh that I could perswade you in thither, and there leave you;
O that I could persuade you in thither, and there leave you;
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if you are once in the Lords Arms, you are safe enough, into what ever hands you fall.
if you Are once in the lords Arms, you Are safe enough, into what ever hands you fallen.
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Use. By way of Application, let me once more speak a few words, 1. To the Ungodly. 2. To the Godly. 1. To the Ungodly;Use. By Way of Application, let me once more speak a few words, 1. To the Ungodly. 2. To the Godly. 1. To the Ungodly;
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my work with them shall be to perswade and direct them, how to get into this peacefull and blessed state: Amongst the ungodly,
my work with them shall be to persuade and Direct them, how to get into this peaceful and blessed state: among the ungodly,
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1. There are some who are far from the Kingdome of Heaven; as,
1. There Are Some who Are Far from the Kingdom of Heaven; as,
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1. Those upon whom the Ministry of the Gospel hath done nothing at all; that miserable forlorn multitude of the grosly ignorant; who as they were born blind, have had all their dayes such a mist of thick darkness abiding upon them, that they are uncapable, without a miracle, of being savingly wrought upon.
1. Those upon whom the Ministry of the Gospel hath done nothing At all; that miserable forlorn multitude of the grossly ignorant; who as they were born blind, have had all their days such a missed of thick darkness abiding upon them, that they Are uncapable, without a miracle, of being savingly wrought upon.
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Speak unto them of Faith in Christ, of Repentance unto life, of obeying the Gospel, in the plainest way possible,
Speak unto them of Faith in christ, of Repentance unto life, of obeying the Gospel, in the Plainest Way possible,
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and you will be as a Barbarian to them, as one of a strange Language, they know not what you say;
and you will be as a Barbarian to them, as one of a strange Language, they know not what you say;
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if you should speak Greek or Latine to them, they would understand it as well, as the plainest truths of the Gospel:
if you should speak Greek or Latin to them, they would understand it as well, as the Plainest truths of the Gospel:
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A poor Minister of Christ may break his heart, and rend his bowells, in mourning over them;
A poor Minister of christ may break his heart, and rend his bowels, in mourning over them;
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may draw forth his Soul in the most melting expressions of his compassions to them, may break his brains, in studying how to convey a little light into them,
may draw forth his Soul in the most melting expressions of his compassions to them, may break his brains, in studying how to convey a little Light into them,
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and yet cannot help them, cannot make them to understand so much, as that they understand nothing.
and yet cannot help them, cannot make them to understand so much, as that they understand nothing.
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Their Minds are so wholly blinded by the god of this World, that the light of the glorious Gospel of Christ,
Their Minds Are so wholly blinded by the god of this World, that the Light of the glorious Gospel of christ,
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though it shine round about them, cannot find so much as a cranie into their hearts;
though it shine round about them, cannot find so much as a cranny into their hearts;
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but being alienated from the life of God, through the ignorance that is in them, they give up themselves to lasciviousness to work all uncleanness with greediness;
but being alienated from the life of God, through the ignorance that is in them, they give up themselves to lasciviousness to work all uncleanness with greediness;
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walking in the lusts of their hearts, after the course of this World, in riot, luxury, excess of wine, revellings, banquettings, covetousness, lying, blasphemies, and abominable adulteries, and Ido•atries;
walking in the Lustiest of their hearts, After the course of this World, in riot, luxury, excess of wine, revellings, banquetings, covetousness, lying, Blasphemies, and abominable adulteries, and Ido•atries;
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and yet remain without any conscience of sin, or fear of their danger; being as natural b•uit Beasts, as if they were made for slaughter and destruction.
and yet remain without any conscience of since, or Fear of their danger; being as natural b•uit Beasts, as if they were made for slaughter and destruction.
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Are there none such in this place? Doth not the Earth every where groan, our Land mourn, our Congregations travail in pain? Is not this Congregation black'd and burthen'd with such miserable creatures;
are there none such in this place? Does not the Earth every where groan, our Land mourn, our Congregations travail in pain? Is not this Congregation blacked and burdened with such miserable creatures;
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who after all the instructions, counsells, wooings, warnings, threatnings, and Judgments of God, which have been in their ears,
who After all the instructions, Counsels, wooings, Warnings, threatenings, and Judgments of God, which have been in their ears,
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and before their eyes, remain to this day a stupid, blockish, brutish generation, without the least sense of their sin,
and before their eyes, remain to this day a stupid, blockish, brutish generation, without the least sense of their since,
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or wish to be delivered from it?
or wish to be Delivered from it?
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Oh you blind and dark Souls, consider and understand, if it be possible, these two Scrip•ures, 2 Cor. 4. 3, 4. If our Gospel be hid, it is hid to those that are lost.O you blind and dark Souls, Consider and understand, if it be possible, these two Scrip•ures, 2 Cor. 4. 3, 4. If our Gospel be hid, it is hid to those that Are lost.
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In whom the god of this World hath blinded the minds of those that believe not,
In whom the god of this World hath blinded the minds of those that believe not,
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lest the light of the glorious Gospel should shine unto them. This darkness is from Hell;
lest the Light of the glorious Gospel should shine unto them. This darkness is from Hell;
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the Prince of darkness hath held you under your blindness; and this darkness leads to hell to the blackness of darkness for ever: the Prince of darkness hath held you under your blindness; and this darkness leads to hell to the blackness of darkness for ever:
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You are lost, you are lost Souls, lost for ev•r, if the Gospel leave you in this state of blindness in which you have so securely continued to this day. You Are lost, you Are lost Souls, lost for ev•r, if the Gospel leave you in this state of blindness in which you have so securely continued to this day.
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Isa. 27. 11. It is a people of no understanding, therefore he that made them will not have mercy on them, he that formed them will shew them no favour.
Isaiah 27. 11. It is a people of no understanding, Therefore he that made them will not have mercy on them, he that formed them will show them no favour.
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2. Those upon whom the Gospel hath seemed to have done its work; but it is its strange work.
2. Those upon whom the Gospel hath seemed to have done its work; but it is its strange work.
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There are two works which the Gospel doth: some it enlightens; others it smites with blindness: some it softens;
There Are two works which the Gospel does: Some it enlightens; Others it smites with blindness: Some it softens;
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others it seals up under hardness: some it gains over to Christ; others it gives up to the unbelief and impenitence of their hearts.
Others it Seals up under hardness: Some it gains over to christ; Others it gives up to the unbelief and impenitence of their hearts.
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Isa. 6. 10. Make the heart of this people fat, and make their ears heavy, and shut their eyes; Isaiah 6. 10. Make the heart of this people fat, and make their ears heavy, and shut their eyes;
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lest they see with their eyes, &c. Go and preach to this people, but preach them into hardness and blindness:lest they see with their eyes, etc. Go and preach to this people, but preach them into hardness and blindness:
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because they refused to see or hear, let the light put out their eyes; let the joyful sound strike them deaf, and stop their ears:
Because they refused to see or hear, let the Light put out their eyes; let the joyful found strike them deaf, and stop their ears:
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never leave hammering them, till thou hast hammered them into rocks, or anvills. Some there are that have so trifled with Convictions, baffled Conscience,
never leave hammering them, till thou hast hammered them into Rocks, or anvils. some there Are that have so trifled with Convictions, baffled Conscience,
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and suffer'd their lusts so to resist and bear down their light; that have had so many heats, and colds; so many thawings and freezings;
and suffered their Lustiest so to resist and bear down their Light; that have had so many heats, and colds; so many thawings and freezings;
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that have taken up so many purposes, and made so many promises, and yet all comes to nothing;
that have taken up so many Purposes, and made so many promises, and yet all comes to nothing;
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that the Gospel hath received a Charge from the Lord, to make an end of its work:
that the Gospel hath received a Charge from the Lord, to make an end of its work:
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Go, sayes God, and make an end with these men; I'le be mocked by them no more;
Go, Says God, and make an end with these men; I'll be mocked by them no more;
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I'le be trifled and dallied with by them no longer; wound them no more, fright them no more, perswade them no longer;
I'll be trifled and dallied with by them no longer; wound them no more, fright them no more, persuade them no longer;
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make their hearts fat, their ears heavy, and shut their eyes, and give them up to their hearts lusts, that they may walk in their own counsells,
make their hearts fat, their ears heavy, and shut their eyes, and give them up to their hearts Lustiest, that they may walk in their own Counsels,
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and fill up the measure of their iniquities.
and fill up the measure of their iniquities.
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you, that after all the warnings you have received from the Lord, and after some workings of them, sometimes upon your Consciences, are yet going after your Lusts, prostituting your selves to your belluine and sensual pleasures, filling up daily the measure of your iniquities.
you, that After all the Warnings you have received from the Lord, and After Some workings of them, sometime upon your Consciences, Are yet going After your Lustiest, prostituting your selves to your belluine and sensual pleasures, filling up daily the measure of your iniquities.
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Oh tremble, and consider sadly, whether this be not likely to be your case;
O tremble, and Consider sadly, whither this be not likely to be your case;
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that the Gospel hath even done with you, and given you over unto an impenitent heart, and reprobate mind.
that the Gospel hath even done with you, and given you over unto an impenitent heart, and Reprobate mind.
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In hope, that how near soever you are to this dreadful state, you may be yet one step at least short of it, I shall this once more adventure a few words upon you, together with them that I have already mentioned:
In hope, that how near soever you Are to this dreadful state, you may be yet one step At least short of it, I shall this once more adventure a few words upon you, together with them that I have already mentioned:
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And first let me reason a little with you.
And First let me reason a little with you.
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1. Art thou one of them that obey the Gospel, or not? Art thou one of them that love God, one of the called, according to his purpose,
1. Art thou one of them that obey the Gospel, or not? Art thou one of them that love God, one of the called, according to his purpose,
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or not? Art thou not an Alien, an Adversary against God, and a Rebel against his Word? Let thy Conscience speak, let thy ways speak, let thine Oaths,
or not? Art thou not an Alien, an Adversary against God, and a Rebel against his Word? Let thy Conscience speak, let thy ways speak, let thine Oaths,
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and thy Drunkenness, and thine Adulteries, thy scoffing at God, and his holy ways, thy hating his Instructions,
and thy drunkenness, and thine Adulteries, thy scoffing At God, and his holy ways, thy hating his Instructions,
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and kicking at his Reproofs, thy hardnings against his Calls, thy treacherous dealings in his Covenant,
and kicking At his Reproofs, thy hardnings against his Calls, thy treacherous dealings in his Covenant,
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and the Vows of God that are upon thee; let these speak what thou art:
and the Vows of God that Are upon thee; let these speak what thou art:
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Is this that which God hath chosen and called thee to? Are these the Things thou hast learned,
Is this that which God hath chosen and called thee to? are these the Things thou hast learned,
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and received, and heard of him? Did he ever say, These things do and the God of Peace shall be with you? Thou needest no other Conviction,
and received, and herd of him? Did he ever say, These things do and the God of Peace shall be with you? Thou Needest no other Conviction,
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than that of Israels, Jer. 2. 23. How canst thou say, I am not polluted? See t•y way in the Valley,
than that of Israel's, Jer. 2. 23. How Canst thou say, I am not polluted? See t•y Way in the Valley,
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and know what thou hast done. and know what thou hast done.
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How canst thou say, that thou art not a Wretch? With what Face canst thou deny,
How Canst thou say, that thou art not a Wretch? With what Face Canst thou deny,
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but thou art an Enemy of God, and of all Righteousness? See thy way in the Valley, trace the Footsteps of tby Life;
but thou art an Enemy of God, and of all Righteousness? See thy Way in the Valley, trace the Footsteps of Thy Life;
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behold thy practices and thy course:
behold thy practices and thy course:
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Sure thou art very blind, if thou behold thy self in this Glass, and doest not see thy Face,
Sure thou art very blind, if thou behold thy self in this Glass, and dost not see thy Face,
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as the Face of a Devil.
as the Face of a devil.
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There are some, whom it may be harder work to convince, who have the Face of a Christian, the Tongue of a Saint,
There Are Some, whom it may be harder work to convince, who have the Face of a Christian, the Tongue of a Saint,
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but within, the Heart of a Beast. Hypocrites are as hard to be convinced, as Hypocrisie is hard to be detected.
but within, the Heart of a Beast. Hypocrites Are as hard to be convinced, as Hypocrisy is hard to be detected.
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But thou who carryest thy wicked Heart in thy Forehead, upon thy Tongue, upon the Palms of thine Hands,
But thou who carriest thy wicked Heart in thy Forehead, upon thy Tongue, upon the Palms of thine Hands,
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and in the very prints of thy Feet, whose Malice against God and his Holiness, may be read in every look, in every word, in every Line of thy Life;
and in the very prints of thy Feet, whose Malice against God and his Holiness, may be read in every look, in every word, in every Line of thy Life;
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needest thou any further proof, that thou art not of God? Thou mayst as well put me to prove, that Hell is not Heaven, that the Devil is no Saint, as that thou att no Christian.
Needest thou any further proof, that thou art not of God? Thou Mayest as well put me to prove, that Hell is not Heaven, that the devil is no Saint, as that thou At no Christian.
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Dost [ thou ] love God, art thou under the hope of the Promise? Ask thy Wayes man, and let these tell thee.
Dost [ thou ] love God, art thou under the hope of the Promise? Ask thy Ways man, and let these tell thee.
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2. Doest thou mean to keep at this distance from God to the Death? Doest thou in earnest? Is there nothing in those rich Promises, that have been laid before thee, which thou canst wish 'twere thine? Is there no such word in thine heart, Oh that my Lot were here!
2. Dost thou mean to keep At this distance from God to the Death? Dost thou in earnest? Is there nothing in those rich Promises, that have been laid before thee, which thou Canst wish 'twere thine? Is there no such word in thine heart, O that my Lot were Here!
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Art thou content thy name should be left out for ever? Is there so little in the peace of God, that thou canst sell it for the pleasures of sin? Art thou content that nothing should prosper with thee,
Art thou content thy name should be left out for ever? Is there so little in the peace of God, that thou Canst fell it for the pleasures of since? Art thou content that nothing should prosper with thee,
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but that every thing should be a Gin, and a Snare, and a Curse to thee? Art thou content, that the Pit should be thy place, Eternal Wrath thy portion,
but that every thing should be a Gin, and a Snare, and a Curse to thee? Art thou content, that the Pit should be thy place, Eternal Wrath thy portion,
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and that every Creature, every Comfort, every Cross that comes, should give thee a pluck down from Heaven, and a kick towards Hell? Canst thou think they mean thee any thing else,
and that every Creature, every Comfort, every Cross that comes, should give thee a pluck down from Heaven, and a kick towards Hell? Canst thou think they mean thee any thing Else,
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when all does but harden thee in thy sin, and make thee kick against thy God? Art thou so unwilling to leave thy sins,
when all does but harden thee in thy since, and make thee kick against thy God? Art thou so unwilling to leave thy Sins,
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for the hope of the Promise of God, that thou art content to give up thy hopes,
for the hope of the Promise of God, that thou art content to give up thy hope's,
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for the love of thy sins? Darest thou say, Let me have my part in the pleasures and contentments of this life,
for the love of thy Sins? Darest thou say, Let me have my part in the pleasures and contentment's of this life,
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and I am cnntent to relinquish my part in Christ? Let God let me alone in my sins,
and I am cnntent to relinquish my part in christ? Let God let me alone in my Sins,
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and let him damn my Soul? Let me live at my ease, and my liberty,
and let him damn my Soul? Let me live At my ease, and my liberty,
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and let my name be blotted out of the Book of Life:
and let my name be blotted out of the Book of Life:
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I am content to take my ylace, and my lot, among the damned in another World,
I am content to take my ylace, and my lot, among the damned in Another World,
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so I may have my pleasure with them in this World? And doest thou say less,so I may have my pleasure with them in this World? And dost thou say less,
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or other than this, whilest thou refusest, or resolvest against following thy God? He that refuses to accept of the Redemption of Christ, upon the holy Terms, upon which 'tis offer'd, says, in effect, I am lost, I am sold for a Captive to the Devil;
or other than this, whilst thou refusest, or resolvest against following thy God? He that refuses to accept of the Redemption of christ, upon the holy Terms, upon which it's offered, Says, in Effect, I am lost, I am sold for a Captive to the devil;
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my first Father sold me for an Apple, Christ would now buy me back again to my self;
my First Father sold me for an Apple, christ would now buy me back again to my self;
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but, for my part, I am content that the first Bargain stand: As to my interest, I confirm the Bargain:
but, for my part, I am content that the First Bargain stand: As to my Interest, I confirm the Bargain:
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As for my Soul being sold to the Devil, to the Devil let it go. This is the voice of every wilful Refuser of the Terms of the Gospel. Oh Wretch!
As for my Soul being sold to the devil, to the devil let it go. This is the voice of every wilful Refuser of the Terms of the Gospel. O Wretch!
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does not thy heart tremble? does not thy hair stand on end? do not thy knees shake? and are not the Joints of thy Loins losed, to consider, what thou hast done,
does not thy heart tremble? does not thy hair stand on end? do not thy knees shake? and Are not the Joints of thy Loins losed, to Consider, what thou hast done,
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and art still a doing? Sinners, I have but little more to speak to you;
and art still a doing? Sinners, I have but little more to speak to you;
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but shall that little be nothing? Hitherto you have stood it out, and will not be perswaded, by ought that God hath spoken by me: But oh!
but shall that little be nothing? Hitherto you have stood it out, and will not be persuaded, by ought that God hath spoken by me: But o!
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must I leave you thus? Why may not a word at parting, do more than all that hath been spoken? Oh that it might!
must I leave you thus? Why may not a word At parting, do more than all that hath been spoken? O that it might!
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Shall neither my first, nor last words prevail with you? What if [ my ] last, should be [ your ] last? If the l•st that I must preach, be the last that you must must hear? There is a day set, that will be your last day:
Shall neither my First, nor last words prevail with you? What if [ my ] last, should be [ your ] last? If the l•st that I must preach, be the last that you must must hear? There is a day Set, that will be your last day:
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There is a Sabbath, that will be your last Sabbath; There is a Sermon, that will be your last Sermon:
There is a Sabbath, that will be your last Sabbath; There is a Sermon, that will be your last Sermon:
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There is a Warning, that will be your last warning:
There is a Warning, that will be your last warning:
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Oh what if this should be it? If the Lord should take your this days deniall, for your final Answer, and never ask your consent again for ever? But whether it be your last,
O what if this should be it? If the Lord should take your this days denial, for your final Answer, and never ask your consent again for ever? But whither it be your last,
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or no, I must be henceforth silent to you? And oh will you send me away with so sad an Heart, with the sorrow and shame of the disappointed? Will you break my Heart, by persisting to harden yours? Is this all that I shall have, to return to the Lord, that sent me unto you? I have declared thy Name un•o them,
or no, I must be henceforth silent to you? And o will you send me away with so sad an Heart, with the sorrow and shame of the disappointed? Will you break my Heart, by persisting to harden yours? Is this all that I shall have, to return to the Lord, that sent me unto you? I have declared thy Name un•o them,
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but they did not regard it: I have invited them to come to thee, but they would not follow me:
but they did not regard it: I have invited them to come to thee, but they would not follow me:
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I have warned them to return from their sins, but they would not hearken? Are you willing that I shall give in this Answer,
I have warned them to return from their Sins, but they would not harken? are you willing that I shall give in this Answer,
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and bear this Witness against you at the Great Day? Sinners hearken;
and bear this Witness against you At the Great Day? Sinners harken;
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Is there not one blind person among you, that is yet willing to have his Eyes open'd? Is there not one Captive to Lust and Vanity, that's willing to be set free from his Bondage? Is there not one more that will be perswaded to be wise,
Is there not one blind person among you, that is yet willing to have his Eyes opened? Is there not one Captive to Lust and Vanity, that's willing to be Set free from his Bondage? Is there not one more that will be persuaded to be wise,
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and to prefer an immortal Soul, God, Glory, Eternity, before his bruitish perishing pleasures? Is there not one Drunkard more, that will yet be perswaded to be sober? Not one vain person that will be perswaded to be serious? Am I making my last Draught among you,
and to prefer an immortal Soul, God, Glory, Eternity, before his brutish perishing pleasures? Is there not one Drunkard more, that will yet be persuaded to be Sobrium? Not one vain person that will be persuaded to be serious? Am I making my last Draught among you,
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and shall I take nothing? Not one Soul more? If you will not yet be prevailed with,
and shall I take nothing? Not one Soul more? If you will not yet be prevailed with,
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then hear the Word of the Lord, Ezek. 3. 19. If thou warn the Wicked,
then hear the Word of the Lord, Ezekiel 3. 19. If thou warn the Wicked,
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and he turn not from his wickedness, he shall die in his iniquity, but thou hast delivered thy Soul. and he turn not from his wickedness, he shall die in his iniquity, but thou hast Delivered thy Soul.
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But if there be any few relenting Hearts among you, who are brought but thus far, to cry out, Why what must I do? I would leave with such, these few words of counsel,
But if there be any few relenting Hearts among you, who Are brought but thus Far, to cry out, Why what must I do? I would leave with such, these few words of counsel,
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and oh that my counsel might be accepted by them. 1. Get a deep sense of thy dreadful state:
and o that my counsel might be accepted by them. 1. Get a deep sense of thy dreadful state:
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What art thou sinner? What is thy state? at ease? in peace? out of fear? in pleasure? What,
What art thou sinner? What is thy state? At ease? in peace? out of Fear? in pleasure? What,
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and yet a sinner? in the Bond of Iniquity? Captive to the Devil? without Christ? without the Promise? under the Curse? Study these Scriptures, Joh. 8. 34. He that committeth sin, is the servant of sinne.and yet a sinner? in the Bound of Iniquity? Captive to the devil? without christ? without the Promise? under the Curse? Study these Scriptures, John 8. 34. He that Committeth since, is the servant of sin.
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ver. 44. Ye are of your Father the Devil. 2 Tim. 2. 26. Held Captive by him at his will.ver. 44. You Are of your Father the devil. 2 Tim. 2. 26. Held Captive by him At his will.
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Act. 8. 23. in the gal• of bitterness, and the bond of iniquity. 1 Joh. 5. 19. The World lyeth in wickedness.Act. 8. 23. in the gal• of bitterness, and the bound of iniquity. 1 John 5. 19. The World lies in wickedness.
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Psal. 11. 6. Ʋpon the Wicked he shall rain Snares, Fire, and Brimstone, and an horrible Tempest, this shall be the portion of their Cry.Psalm 11. 6. Ʋpon the Wicked he shall rain Snares, Fire, and Brimstone, and an horrible Tempest, this shall be the portion of their Cry.
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Psal. 49. 15. Like Sheep they are laid in the Grave, Death shall feed upon them.Psalm 49. 15. Like Sheep they Are laid in the Grave, Death shall feed upon them.
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Rise Sampson, the Philistims are upon thee; awake sleeper, the Devil is upon thee;
Rise Sampson, the philistines Are upon thee; awake sleeper, the devil is upon thee;
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Death is at thy back, the Grin is at thy heel, the Curse is over thy head, thy very next step may be Hell;
Death is At thy back, the Grin is At thy heel, the Curse is over thy head, thy very next step may be Hell;
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Thou lyest in wickedness to day, and mayst be in fire and brimstone before to morrow:
Thou liest in wickedness to day, and Mayest be in fire and brimstone before to morrow:
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Sure thou art in a dead sleep, that canst take thine ease in such a Lodging.
Sure thou art in a dead sleep, that Canst take thine ease in such a Lodging.
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Is this the state thou art so loath to change? Is this the state thou so boastest of,
Is this the state thou art so loath to change? Is this the state thou so boastest of,
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and blessest thy self in? When thine heart is merry with thy Wine, swell'd with thy pride, jolly amongst thy Companions;
and blessest thy self in? When thine heart is merry with thy Wine, swelled with thy pride, jolly among thy Sodales;
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put in such a serious Question:
put in such a serious Question:
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But what am I all this while? Let this Thought, sawce thy sweet Morcel, spice thy pleasant Cups,But what am I all this while? Let this Thought, sauce thy sweet Morcel, spice thy pleasant Cups,
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and be the Burthen of thy merry Songs: After this, Hell, Snares, Fire and Brimstone, the Vengeance of Eternal Fire.
and be the Burden of thy merry Songs: After this, Hell, Snares, Fire and Brimstone, the Vengeance of Eternal Fire.
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Oh an Heaven, a Paradice, oh my dear pleasures, oh my sweet Daughter, oh my merry days, what Mortal can part with you? I but what comes after? What is there at the bottom? Look a little before thee,
O an Heaven, a Paradise, o my dear pleasures, o my sweet Daughter, o my merry days, what Mortal can part with you? I but what comes After? What is there At the bottom? Look a little before thee,
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and if that sight turn not thy stomach, sure thou art sufficiently hardy. Study thy case, and tremble;
and if that sighed turn not thy stomach, sure thou art sufficiently hardy. Study thy case, and tremble;
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and when thou tremblest, there's hope thou wilt turn.
and when thou tremblest, there's hope thou wilt turn.
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Think not of Repentance, or escaping from thy sinful state, till thou see and fear it.
Think not of Repentance, or escaping from thy sinful state, till thou see and Fear it.
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We read, Isa. 42. 7. that Christ was sent, to open the blind eyes, and to bring out the prisoners out of Prison.
We read, Isaiah 42. 7. that christ was sent, to open the blind eyes, and to bring out the Prisoners out of Prison.
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If the prisoners eyes be shut, 'tis to little purpose, that the Prison doors be open:
If the Prisoners eyes be shut, it's to little purpose, that the Prison doors be open:
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Their Eyes must be first open'd, not onely that they may see their way [ out, ] but that they may see themselves [ in ] Prison.
Their Eyes must be First opened, not only that they may see their Way [ out, ] but that they may see themselves [ in ] Prison.
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Open thine Eyes sinner, if ever thou wilt escape;
Open thine Eyes sinner, if ever thou wilt escape;
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open thine Eyes, and see where thou art? Thy Fools Paradice, wherein thou blessest thy self, is thy Souls Prison, where thou art like to be held under Eternal Bondage.
open thine Eyes, and see where thou art? Thy Fools Paradise, wherein thou blessest thy self, is thy Souls Prison, where thou art like to be held under Eternal Bondage.
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2. Give a present Bill of Divorce to every sinne; hug not Death one minute longer in thy Bosom:
2. Give a present Bill of Divorce to every sin; hug not Death one minute longer in thy Bosom:
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If thou lovest thy Life, say not of any one sinne, Nothing but Death shall part thee and me:
If thou Lovest thy Life, say not of any one sin, Nothing but Death shall part thee and me:
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No, nor so much as this, Yet a little while, and I will let thee go.
No, nor so much as this, Yet a little while, and I will let thee go.
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To day, to day, if you will hear his voice ▪ hearden not your hearts. To day, to day, if you will hear his voice ▪ hearden not your hearts.
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3. Dread it as Hell, that thy hope in Christ, should lessen thy fear of sin.
3. Dread it as Hell, that thy hope in christ, should lessen thy Fear of since.
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Let not the hope of a Saviour be thy damnation. Make not Christ the Pandor of sin; continue not in sin because Grace hath abounded.
Let not the hope of a Saviour be thy damnation. Make not christ the Pander of since; continue not in since Because Grace hath abounded.
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4. Break off from thy Companions in sin;
4. Break off from thy Sodales in since;
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wilt thou love them to the death? Christ and thy Soul can never be married, till thy Soul and Sinners be parted.
wilt thou love them to the death? christ and thy Soul can never be married, till thy Soul and Sinners be parted.
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Escape for thy life, get thee up from the Tents of these men; linger not.
Escape for thy life, get thee up from the Tents of these men; linger not.
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Thou art held under the power of the Devil, by cords, and by knotts; by the cords of thy sins, and by the knots of thy Companions. There's no hope that the cords of sin will be broken, till the knots of evil Companions be loosed.
Thou art held under the power of the devil, by cords, and by knots; by the cords of thy Sins, and by the knots of thy Sodales. There's no hope that the cords of since will be broken, till the knots of evil Sodales be loosed.
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Sinner, these binding Cords will, if thou look not to it, become whip-cords to torment thee.
Sinner, these binding Cords will, if thou look not to it, become Whip cords to torment thee.
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Oh take heed thou never come to be lashed with such knotted cords!
O take heed thou never come to be lashed with such knotted cords!
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Thy Companions in sin, as they now heighten thy pleasures, so will they hereafter sharpen thy plagues.
Thy Sodales in since, as they now heighten thy pleasures, so will they hereafter sharpen thy plagues.
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Sinners comfort their hearts with this thought, That if they be damned, they shall have store of company:
Sinners Comfort their hearts with this Thought, That if they be damned, they shall have store of company:
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but let them know, That the fire of Hell will burn just so much the cooler,
but let them know, That the fire of Hell will burn just so much the cooler,
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for the multitudes that are there: as the fire of their Chimney does, for the store of fewell.
for the Multitudes that Are there: as the fire of their Chimney does, for the store of fuel.
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When thou art charmed with the roaring of thy Companions in the Ale-house, think what musick their roaring with thee will make,
When thou art charmed with the roaring of thy Sodales in the Alehouse, think what music their roaring with thee will make,
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when you shall all meet in your eternal Prison. Away from evil company;
when you shall all meet in your Eternal Prison. Away from evil company;
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you will remember hereafter, when 'tis too late, how much, and with how little success, I have laboured with you in this thing.
you will Remember hereafter, when it's too late, how much, and with how little success, I have laboured with you in this thing.
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5. Bafflle not Conscience once more. Awakened Sinner, charm not thy Conscience into silence, nor dash it out o• countenance.
5. Baffle not Conscience once more. Awakened Sinner, charm not thy Conscience into silence, nor dash it out o• countenance.
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Thy Conscience is the only Friend that God or thy Soul hath left within thee. Thy will, and thy affections, and thine appetite, are all gone;
Thy Conscience is the only Friend that God or thy Soul hath left within thee. Thy will, and thy affections, and thine appetite, Are all gone;
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the Devil hath stoln them away, and hired them all against thee, thou hast nothing but poor Conscience left.
the devil hath stolen them away, and hired them all against thee, thou hast nothing but poor Conscience left.
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Thy Conscience hath been often upon thee; pleading with thee for God, and for pity to thy Soul:
Thy Conscience hath been often upon thee; pleading with thee for God, and for pity to thy Soul:
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It hath warned thee, reproved thee, and often whisper'd thee in thine Ear;
It hath warned thee, reproved thee, and often whispered thee in thine Ear;
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What dost thou mean? whither art thou going? when wilt thou return? Away with thy sins, have done with thy Companions, no more of this drunkenness, this riot, this covetousness;
What dost thou mean? whither art thou going? when wilt thou return? Away with thy Sins, have done with thy Sodales, no more of this Drunkenness, this riot, this covetousness;
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Thou art a lost man, thy Soul is lost, if thou go on. Thus Conscience hath warned thee, and thou hast sometimes hearkned to it; and spoken it fair.
Thou art a lost man, thy Soul is lost, if thou go on. Thus Conscience hath warned thee, and thou hast sometime hearkened to it; and spoken it fair.
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The throbs, and the pa•gs, and the wounds thou hast felt and received from it, have wrung from thee, now and then, a promise:
The throbs, and the pa•gs, and the wounds thou hast felt and received from it, have wrung from thee, now and then, a promise:
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Well, through the Grace of God, I'le hearken to Conscience, I'le be a new man: Away from me ye Sinners, I will keep the Commandments of my God.
Well, through the Grace of God, I'll harken to Conscience, I'll be a new man: Away from me you Sinners, I will keep the commandments of my God.
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And yet shortly after, when thy Temptations return, thy Companion; come, all's forgot•en;
And yet shortly After, when thy Temptations return, thy Companion; come, all's forgot•en;
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and along thou goest, as a fool to the Stocks, or an Ox to the slaughter;
and along thou goest, as a fool to the Stocks, or an Ox to the slaughter;
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and this hath been thy way and thy manner, from time to time: Now and then Conscience draws a sigh, or a tear from thee;
and this hath been thy Way and thy manner, from time to time: Now and then Conscience draws a sighs, or a tear from thee;
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and by and by receives a kick or a stab. Beware Sinner; Conscience will not alwayes be thus us'd.
and by and by receives a kick or a stab. Beware Sinner; Conscience will not always be thus used.
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If ever it speak again, say it not Nay. Its next word may be its last;
If ever it speak again, say it not Nay. Its next word may be its last;
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if ever thou weariest it into perpetual silence, then farewell all for ever. Conscience is the only Friend thou hast left. Convinced Soul!
if ever thou weariest it into perpetual silence, then farewell all for ever. Conscience is the only Friend thou hast left. Convinced Soul!
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How wilt thou bear the revenges of an awakened abused Conscience? all thy bafflings of it here will be repeated over in eternity:
How wilt thou bear the revenges of an awakened abused Conscience? all thy bafflings of it Here will be repeated over in eternity:
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How will all this look when it shall meet thee before thy Judge? Save thy self from that hour: Baffle not Conscience once more.
How will all this look when it shall meet thee before thy Judge? Save thy self from that hour: Baffle not Conscience once more.
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6. Let not the greatness of thy sins, nor the difficulty of Christ's terms, hinder, or discourage thee, from making a present close with Christ.
6. Let not the greatness of thy Sins, nor the difficulty of Christ's terms, hinder, or discourage thee, from making a present close with christ.
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Say not, his Yoke is too heavy his Cross is too grievous for me to bear;
Say not, his Yoke is too heavy his Cross is too grievous for me to bear;
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or my sins are too great for him to bear.
or my Sins Are too great for him to bear.
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Set the Throne against the Yoak, the Crown against the Cross, infinite Merit and Mercy, against mighty sins;
Set the Throne against the Yoke, the Crown against the Cross, infinite Merit and Mercy, against mighty Sins;
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and go unto Jesus, cast thy self on his blood, and bowells, and put thy self under his Yoke and Scepter.
and go unto jesus, cast thy self on his blood, and bowels, and put thy self under his Yoke and Sceptre.
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If he will give Life to thee, be content that he give Laws to thee: and as ever thou expectest to live by him, be resolved to live to him,
If he will give Life to thee, be content that he give Laws to thee: and as ever thou expectest to live by him, be resolved to live to him,
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and no longer to thy self.
and no longer to thy self.
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Go to Jesus, and when thou goest, take with these two Scriptures, ▪ Matth. 11. 28. Come unto me, all ye that are weary,
Go to jesus, and when thou goest, take with these two Scriptures, ▪ Matthew 11. 28. Come unto me, all you that Are weary,
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and heavy laden, and I will give you rest;
and heavy laden, and I will give you rest;
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Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me, and you shall find rest unto your Souls. Take my yoke upon you, and Learn of me, and you shall find rest unto your Souls.
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Joh. 6. 37. Him that cometh unto me, I will in no wise cast out. 7. Fall close to Duties, and keep close to Ordinances.
John 6. 37. Him that comes unto me, I will in no wise cast out. 7. Fallen close to Duties, and keep close to Ordinances.
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1. Let secret, and Family Prayer be thy daily exercise. Count not thy self a Christian, till thou give thy self to prayer.
1. Let secret, and Family Prayer be thy daily exercise. Count not thy self a Christian, till thou give thy self to prayer.
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2. Let not reading the Word, Catechising, &c. be strangers in thy house. 3. Prize, improve, and sanctifie Sabbaths;
2. Let not reading the Word, Catechising, etc. be Strangers in thy house. 3. Prize, improve, and sanctify Sabbaths;
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The Lord on those dayes comes down upon eis Mount, to meet thy Soul, to commune with thee, to bless thee, to feed thee,
The Lord on those days comes down upon eis Mount, to meet thy Soul, to commune with thee, to bless thee, to feed thee,
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and fill thee with whatsoever thy Soul desireth or wanteth. Get thee up to meet thy God:
and fill thee with whatsoever thy Soul Desires or Wants. Get thee up to meet thy God:
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But remember when thou goest, leave thy stuff behind thee.
But Remember when thou goest, leave thy stuff behind thee.
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4. View often, and take an account of thy self, of the in-come and success of all thy Duties:
4. View often, and take an account of thy self, of the income and success of all thy Duties:
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What is all my praying, reading, hearing, &c. come to? What is brought forth? Is the work done for which all these are? Are my Sins and my Soul parted? Are my Companions in sin abandoned? Is Christ and my Soul united? Beware you never make Praying,
What is all my praying, reading, hearing, etc. come to? What is brought forth? Is the work done for which all these Are? are my Sins and my Soul parted? are my Sodales in since abandoned? Is christ and my Soul united? Beware you never make Praying,
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and Hearing, to serve you [ instead ] of Believing, and Repenting. But to help you on to it.
and Hearing, to serve you [ instead ] of Believing, and Repenting. But to help you on to it.
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Remember these Seven Words when I am gone: 1. Get a deep Sense of thy dreadful state. 2. Abandon presently every sin. 3. Let not thy hope in Christ lessen thy fear of sin. 4. Shake off every sinful Companion. 5. Baffle not Conscience once more. 6. Make a present Close with Christ. 7. Fall close to Duties, and keep close to Ordinances.
remember these Seven Words when I am gone: 1. Get a deep Sense of thy dreadful state. 2. Abandon presently every since. 3. Let not thy hope in christ lessen thy Fear of since. 4. Shake off every sinful Companion. 5. Baffle not Conscience once more. 6. Make a present Close with christ. 7. Fallen close to Duties, and keep close to Ordinances.
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These things do, and the God of Peace shall be with you: But remember, There's no peace, saith my God, to the wicked.
These things do, and the God of Peace shall be with you: But Remember, There's no peace, Says my God, to the wicked.
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2. There are others that are near the Kingdome of God. Thou art not far from the Kingdom of God.
2. There Are Others that Are near the Kingdom of God. Thou art not Far from the Kingdom of God.
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There are some that are like Ephraim, Hosea 7. 8. cakes half baked; like Agrippa, almost Christians; Acts 26. 29. Almost thou perswadest me to be a Christian;
There Are Some that Are like Ephraim, Hosea 7. 8. cakes half baked; like Agrippa, almost Christians; Acts 26. 29. Almost thou persuadest me to be a Christian;
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NONLATINALPHABET, Thou hast brought me within a little of Christianity. They are come to the threshold of saving Faith;
, Thou hast brought me within a little of Christianity. They Are come to the threshold of Saving Faith;
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within a step of sincere godliness.
within a step of sincere godliness.
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They have been professing, and praying, and hoping, and wishing themselves in, and yet are short of it.
They have been professing, and praying, and hoping, and wishing themselves in, and yet Are short of it.
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They have been enlightened, in the knowledg of Christ; have tasted of the heavenly gift; have felt something of the sweetness of Christ;
They have been enlightened, in the knowledge of christ; have tasted of the heavenly gift; have felt something of the sweetness of christ;
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have been made partakers of the Holy Ghost, of many excellent and useful gifts;
have been made partakers of the Holy Ghost, of many excellent and useful Gifts;
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have tasted of the good Word of God, and the powers of the World to come.
have tasted of the good Word of God, and the Powers of the World to come.
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They have set out after Christ, have left the blind and prophane World, much behind them;
They have Set out After christ, have left the blind and profane World, much behind them;
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have escaped much of the pollutions of this world;
have escaped much of the pollutions of this world;
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left many sins, taken up with many duties, have a name among the Saints, have suffered many things for the Name of Christ;
left many Sins, taken up with many duties, have a name among the Saints, have suffered many things for the Name of christ;
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and notwithstanding all this, here they stick, they cannot give up themselves fully to Christ; something or other, either the World, or their Companions, or their pleasures, or their ease,
and notwithstanding all this, Here they stick, they cannot give up themselves Fully to christ; something or other, either the World, or their Sodales, or their pleasures, or their ease,
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or their sloth, hath such hold on them, that they cannot, unreservedly, resolvedly, give themselves up to the dominion of Jesus Christ;
or their sloth, hath such hold on them, that they cannot, unreservedly, resolvedly, give themselves up to the dominion of jesus christ;
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nay, it may be, they cannot tell w•y, yet they cannot do it.
nay, it may be, they cannot tell w•y, yet they cannot do it.
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Though they can say, I would be, yet they cannot say, I will be, the Lord's.
Though they can say, I would be, yet they cannot say, I will be, the Lord's.
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these are near the Kingdom of God; but yet short of it. He that cannot say, I will be, can less say, I am, the Lord's.
these Are near the Kingdom of God; but yet short of it. He that cannot say, I will be, can less say, I am, the Lord's.
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But here I must distinguish of two sorts, of almost Christians. 1. There are some that have reached to almost ▪ and are still reaching forwards;
But Here I must distinguish of two sorts, of almost Christians. 1. There Are Some that have reached to almost ▪ and Are still reaching forward;
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the state of such is hope•ul, though it be not safe. Oh that we could see more such almost Christians!
the state of such is hope•ul, though it be not safe. O that we could see more such almost Christians!
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2. There are others that have reached to, and rest in almost; who mistaking almost, for altogether, do there take up their stand.
2. There Are Others that have reached to, and rest in almost; who mistaking almost, for altogether, do there take up their stand.
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These are far from the Kingdom of God.
These Are Far from the Kingdom of God.
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Brethren, I much fear, that among the number of Professors, there are more of these almost Christians, than we are aware of:Brothers, I much Fear, that among the number of Professors, there Are more of these almost Christians, than we Are aware of:
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Oh it would make our hearts shake to consider, how far many go, to what degree, of resignation, resolution, affection, action, submission to sufferings, they attain;
O it would make our hearts shake to Consider, how Far many go, to what degree, of resignation, resolution, affection, actium, submission to sufferings, they attain;
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and yet fall off at last, and thereby shew they were still short of Christ; They went out from us, because they were not of us.
and yet fallen off At last, and thereby show they were still short of christ; They went out from us, Because they were not of us.
cc av vvb a-acp p-acp ord, cc av vvb pns32 vbdr av j pp-f np1; pns32 vvd av p-acp pno12, c-acp pns32 vbdr xx pp-f pno12.
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I particularly pity many of the more sober Gentry, who have a good will to Religion,
I particularly pity many of the more Sobrium Gentry, who have a good will to Religion,
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and a fair respect for the Professors of it; countenancing holiness, doing many worthy things for the Name and Servants of God;
and a fair respect for the Professors of it; countenancing holiness, doing many worthy things for the Name and Servants of God;
cc dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31; vvg n1, vdg d j n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n2 pp-f np1;
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refraining from the vitiousness, and vanity, of many of their Rank and Quality;
refraining from the viciousness, and vanity, of many of their Rank and Quality;
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who yet dwelling in Temptations, being entangled in carnal correspondencies, entertained with an affluence of carnal delights and pleasures;
who yet Dwelling in Temptations, being entangled in carnal correspondencies, entertained with an affluence of carnal delights and pleasures;
r-crq av vvg p-acp n2, vbg vvn p-acp j n2, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2 cc n2;
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and finding hereby a strict self-denying and mortified life, to be of greater difficulty to them,
and finding hereby a strict self-denying and mortified life, to be of greater difficulty to them,
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than to men of lower rank, are apt to think it not of such necessity; who may possibly upon a narrow enquiry discern, after all their good hopes of themselves,
than to men of lower rank, Are apt to think it not of such necessity; who may possibly upon a narrow enquiry discern, After all their good hope's of themselves,
cs p-acp n2 pp-f jc n1, vbr j pc-acp vvi pn31 xx pp-f d n1; r-crq vmb av-j p-acp dt j n1 vvi, p-acp d po32 j n2 pp-f px32,
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and the great opinions of others concerning them, that they are yet short of that simplicity,
and the great opinions of Others Concerning them, that they Are yet short of that simplicity,
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and godly sincerity, which alone will prove them Christians indeed. Blessed be God, there are amongst us such, those who have broken through all temptations;
and godly sincerity, which alone will prove them Christians indeed. Blessed be God, there Are among us such, those who have broken through all temptations;
cc j n1, r-crq av-j vmb vvi pno32 np1 av. vvn vbb np1, pc-acp vbr p-acp pno12 d, d r-crq vhb vvn p-acp d n2;
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have adventured upon the disobliging all the World;
have adventured upon the disobliging all the World;
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have hid down their honours, pleasures, friends, and all their carnall interests whatsoever, at the feet of Christ;
have hid down their honours, pleasures, Friends, and all their carnal interests whatsoever, At the feet of christ;
vhb vvn a-acp po32 n2, n2, n2, cc d po32 j n2 r-crq, p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1;
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and preferring a close Communion with God, the peace of a good Conscience, the joyes of Religion,
and preferring a close Communion with God, the peace of a good Conscience, the Joys of Religion,
cc vvg dt j n1 p-acp np1, dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, dt n2 pp-f n1,
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yea the very reproach of Christ:
yea the very reproach of christ:
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above all their worldly Honours, and fleshly pleasures, have given themselves up to the power of the Gospel,
above all their worldly Honours, and fleshly pleasures, have given themselves up to the power of the Gospel,
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and an exemplary Spiritual and Heavenly life.
and an exemplary Spiritual and Heavenly life.
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But it is to be feared, least there be also such, who have deservedly gain'd great respect among the Saints,
But it is to be feared, lest there be also such, who have deservedly gained great respect among the Saints,
p-acp pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, cs pc-acp vbi av d, r-crq vhb av-vvn vvn j n1 p-acp dt n2,
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and gone far along with them, who yet are come but to the threshold of Christianity;
and gone Far along with them, who yet Are come but to the threshold of Christianity;
cc vvn av-j a-acp p-acp pno32, r-crq av vbr vvn p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1;
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and being afraid to put in, there they are in danger to perish everlastingly. Quod fere fit non fit.
and being afraid to put in, there they Are in danger to perish everlastingly. Quod fere fit non fit.
cc vbg j pc-acp vvi p-acp, a-acp pns32 vbr p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi av-j. vvd n1 j fw-fr j.
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He that is, but almost saved, is damned for altogether.
He that is, but almost saved, is damned for altogether.
pns31 cst vbz, cc-acp av vvn, vbz vvn p-acp av.
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Oh Friends, what do ye mean? Will you loose all the ground you have gotten, all the things you have wrought? shall all your sufferings for the name of Christ be lost,
O Friends, what do you mean? Will you lose all the ground you have got, all the things you have wrought? shall all your sufferings for the name of christ be lost,
uh n2, q-crq vdb pn22 vvi? n1 pn22 vvi d dt n1 pn22 vhb vvn, d dt n2 pn22 vhb vvn? vmb d po22 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb vvn,
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and in vain? after you have tasted the bitterness of the Cross, will you not go one step farther,
and in vain? After you have tasted the bitterness of the Cross, will you not go one step farther,
cc p-acp j? p-acp pn22 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vmb pn22 xx vvi crd n1 av-jc,
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and take the joys of the Cross? Is the work of Regeneration brought to the Birth,
and take the Joys of the Cross? Is the work of Regeneration brought to the Birth,
cc vvb dt n2 pp-f dt n1? vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp dt n1,
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and shall it at last miscarry, and prove an abortion? would one step more land your Souls in the Kingdom of God, are you gotten so near a shore,
and shall it At last miscarry, and prove an abortion? would one step more land your Souls in the Kingdom of God, Are you got so near a shore,
cc vmb pn31 p-acp ord vvi, cc vvi dt n1? vmd pi vvb dc n1 po22 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vbr pn22 vvn av av-j dt n1,
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and will you perish in the Harbour? are you gotten off from the Tents of the Edomites, and gotten even to the Borders of Canaan, and will you not enter? Are you gotten to Pisgah, and have a view of the Land of Promise,
and will you perish in the Harbour? Are you got off from the Tents of the Edomites, and got even to the Borders of Canaan, and will you not enter? are you got to Pisgah, and have a view of the Land of Promise,
cc vmb pn22 vvi p-acp dt n1? vbr pn22 vvn a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2, cc vvn av p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc vmb pn22 xx vvi? vbr pn22 vvn p-acp np1, cc vhb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1,
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and see that it is a good Land? are you come so near, a• to see, that true holiness is such a beautiful State, such a blessed State,
and see that it is a good Land? Are you come so near, a• to see, that true holiness is such a beautiful State, such a blessed State,
cc vvb cst pn31 vbz dt j n1? vbr pn22 vvn av av-j, n1 pc-acp vvi, cst j n1 vbz d dt j n1, d dt j-vvn n1,
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and do you wish your selves in, and will you yet die on the other side Jordan? you have prayed, put on;
and do you wish your selves in, and will you yet die on the other side Jordan? you have prayed, put on;
cc vdb pn22 vvi po22 n2 p-acp, cc vmb pn22 av vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1 n1? pn22 vhb vvn, vvn p-acp;
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a little more prayer may do it:
a little more prayer may do it:
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you have laboured, and reasoned with, and perswaded your hearts, give not over, a little more labour may prevail.
you have laboured, and reasoned with, and persuaded your hearts, give not over, a little more labour may prevail.
pn22 vhb vvn, cc vvd p-acp, cc vvd po22 n2, vvb xx a-acp, dt j dc n1 vmb vvi.
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Oh that I knew what to say more, that might bring you on.
O that I knew what to say more, that might bring you on.
uh cst pns11 vvd r-crq pc-acp vvi av-dc, cst vmd vvi pn22 a-acp.
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Oh that the Lord would yet put one word or other in my mouth, that might overcome you!
O that the Lord would yet put one word or other in my Mouth, that might overcome you!
uh cst dt n1 vmd av vvi crd n1 cc n-jn p-acp po11 n1, cst vmd vvi pn22!
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that I might shoot one Arrow more, that might strike home, use one Argument more, that might be cogent,
that I might shoot one Arrow more, that might strike home, use one Argument more, that might be cogent,
cst pns11 vmd vvi crd n1 av-dc, cst vmd vvi av-an, vvb crd n1 av-dc, cst vmd vbi j,
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and gain your full consent to Christ; that I might see you safely landed ere I be parted from you.
and gain your full consent to christ; that I might see you safely landed ere I be parted from you.
cc vvb po22 j n1 p-acp np1; cst pns11 vmd vvi pn22 av-j vvn c-acp pns11 vbb vvn p-acp pn22.
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Oh think, think what a dreadful disappointment this will be for you, that are come so near to godliness,
O think, think what a dreadful disappointment this will be for you, that Are come so near to godliness,
uh vvb, vvb r-crq dt j n1 d vmb vbi p-acp pn22, cst vbr vvn av av-j p-acp n1,
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as that you verily think you have attained it;
as that you verily think you have attained it;
c-acp cst pn22 av-j vvb pn22 vhb vvn pn31;
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if after all the joys, pleasures and hopes, the little Religion you have had, hath fed you withall;
if After all the Joys, pleasures and hope's, the little Religion you have had, hath fed you withal;
cs p-acp d dt n2, n2 cc n2, dt j n1 pn22 vhb vhn, vhz vvn pn22 av;
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you should at last have a TEKEL written for your doom; and hear that cutting word pronounced upon you.
you should At last have a TEKEL written for your doom; and hear that cutting word pronounced upon you.
pn22 vmd p-acp ord vhb dt n1 vvn p-acp po22 n1; cc vvb d j-vvg n1 vvn p-acp pn22.
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Thou art weighed in the ballance ▪ and art found wanting. With you also would I leave a few words.Thou art weighed in the balance ▪ and art found wanting. With you also would I leave a few words.
pns21 vb2r vvn p-acp dt n1 ▪ cc n1 vvd vvg. p-acp pn22 av vmd pns11 vvi dt d n2.
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1. Loose not both Worlds, this World thou hast lost already, by leaving them so much behind thee;
1. Lose not both World's, this World thou hast lost already, by leaving them so much behind thee;
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loose not that which is before, for want of coming on a little farther: think not of hanging always betwixt Heaven and Hell;
lose not that which is before, for want of coming on a little farther: think not of hanging always betwixt Heaven and Hell;
vvb xx d r-crq vbz a-acp, p-acp n1 pp-f vvg p-acp dt j av-jc: vvb xx pp-f vvg av p-acp n1 cc n1;
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In the other World there's no middle, either go back, or come on, turn thee to the right hand or to the left.
In the other World there's no middle, either go back, or come on, turn thee to the right hand or to the left.
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2. Mistake not all most, for alltogether, such a mistake may be mortall. Do not too easily conclude, thou hast already attained;
2. Mistake not all most, for altogether, such a mistake may be Mortal. Do not too Easily conclude, thou hast already attained;
crd n1 xx d av-ds, p-acp av, d dt n1 vmb vbi j-jn. vdb xx av av-j vvi, pns21 vh2 av vvn;
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if thou takest something of Christianity to be all, thy all is nothing.
if thou Takest something of Christianity to be all, thy all is nothing.
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'Tis a wonderful thing, to see how easily men satisfie themselves in a matter of such weight and intric•cy.
It's a wondered thing, to see how Easily men satisfy themselves in a matter of such weight and intric•cy.
pn31|vbz dt j n1, pc-acp vvi c-crq av-j n2 vvi px32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1.
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Thine heart is deceitful, try it thoroughly before thou trust it. One g•ain too light, and thou art undone.
Thine heart is deceitful, try it thoroughly before thou trust it. One g•ain too Light, and thou art undone.
po21 n1 vbz j, vvb pn31 av-j c-acp pns21 vvb pn31. crd n1 av j, cc pns21 vb2r vvn.
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God, Glory, Soul, Eternity, all lye a• stake; one tittle short of sincerity, and all lost.
God, Glory, Soul, Eternity, all lie a• stake; one tittle short of sincerity, and all lost.
np1, n1, n1, n1, d n1 n1 n1; crd n1 j pp-f n1, cc d vvn.
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Be jealous of thy self, never give over suspecting thy State, till thou hast put it past suspition:
Be jealous of thy self, never give over suspecting thy State, till thou hast put it passed suspicion:
vbb j pp-f po21 n1, av-x vvb p-acp vvg po21 n1, c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pn31 p-acp n1:
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Conclude not, till thou hast thoroughly disputed the case, give not over the dispute, till the matter be no longer disputable.
Conclude not, till thou hast thoroughly disputed the case, give not over the dispute, till the matter be no longer disputable.
vvb xx, c-acp pns21 vh2 av-j vvn dt n1, vvb xx p-acp dt n1, c-acp dt n1 vbi av-dx av-jc j.
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Canst thou be too sure? the least mistake is as wide as Heaven and Hell;
Canst thou be too sure? the least mistake is as wide as Heaven and Hell;
vm2 pns21 vbi av j? dt av-ds n1 vbz a-acp j c-acp n1 cc n1;
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the bottomless Gulf reaches home to the threshold of glory; thy tantum non, will be as much as the Devil looks for, onely not in,
the bottomless Gulf reaches home to the threshold of glory; thy Tantum non, will be as much as the devil looks for, only not in,
dt j n1 vvz av-an p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; po21 fw-la fw-la, vmb vbi c-acp av-d c-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp, av-j xx p-acp,
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though never so near, will be thy eternal perdition.
though never so near, will be thy Eternal perdition.
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3. Beware that this thought, one time or other, I shall have more power, slacken not thy present care and labour.
3. Beware that this Thought, one time or other, I shall have more power, slacken not thy present care and labour.
crd vvb cst d n1, crd n1 cc n-jn, pns11 vmb vhi dc n1, vvn xx po21 j n1 cc n1.
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Let not thy hopes undo thee. Lose not a present opportunity, in hopes of future ability.
Let not thy hope's undo thee. Loose not a present opportunity, in hope's of future ability.
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Labour each day, to bring the matter to a present Issue;
Labour each day, to bring the matter to a present Issue;
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and that with no lesse earnestness, than if this day were to give a finall determination;
and that with no less earnestness, than if this day were to give a final determination;
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and thou wert sure, that thou wert just come, to thy now or never.
and thou Wertenberg sure, that thou Wertenberg just come, to thy now or never.
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4. Let not a small matter part Christ and thee, Heaven may not cost thee half so much more,
4. Let not a small matter part christ and thee, Heaven may not cost thee half so much more,
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as it hath cost thee already.
as it hath cost thee already.
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Art thou come within one peny of thy Lords price, and shall that break the bargain?
Art thou come within one penny of thy lords price, and shall that break the bargain?
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5. Let not thy Oyl thou hast gotten, serve onely for fewel for thy fire.
5. Let not thy Oil thou hast got, serve only for fuel for thy fire.
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Let not thy common grace thou hast obtained here, be of no other use, but to add to thy confusion hereafter:
Let not thy Common grace thou hast obtained Here, be of no other use, but to add to thy confusion hereafter:
vvb xx po21 j n1 pns21 vh2 vvn av, vbb pp-f dx j-jn n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp po21 n1 av:
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every beam of light that hath shined to thee here, will add to the horrour of thine everlasting darkness.
every beam of Light that hath shined to thee Here, will add to the horror of thine everlasting darkness.
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Every drop of Honey thou hast tasted in Religion, will be thy Gall and Worm-wood, in the day of thy condemnation.
Every drop of Honey thou hast tasted in Religion, will be thy Gall and Wormwood, in the day of thy condemnation.
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Be not more miserable hereafter, for that thou hast been less wicked here;
Be not more miserable hereafter, for that thou hast been less wicked Here;
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the remembrance how fair thou wert once for Glory, will be one of the sharpest Teeth of thine everlasting Worm.
the remembrance how fair thou Wertenberg once for Glory, will be one of the Sharpest Teeth of thine everlasting Worm.
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6. Lastly, Be all or nothing; come up hither, or get thee Down to thy lot;
6. Lastly, Be all or nothing; come up hither, or get thee Down to thy lot;
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particularly, 1. Be all unto Christ. 2. Let Christ be all to thee. 3. Let all Christ be accepted, and improved by thee. 1. Be all unto Christ;
particularly, 1. Be all unto christ. 2. Let christ be all to thee. 3. Let all christ be accepted, and improved by thee. 1. Be all unto christ;
av-j, crd vbb d p-acp np1. crd vvb np1 vbi d p-acp pno21. crd vvb d np1 vbi vvn, cc vvn p-acp pno21. crd vbb d p-acp np1;
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have none to please but Christ, and for Christ; h•ve nothing to seek but Christ, and for Christ;
have none to please but christ, and for christ; h•ve nothing to seek but christ, and for christ;
vhb pix pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cc p-acp np1; vvb pix pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cc p-acp np1;
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resolve against Reserves and limits; give up all, and keep back nothing; say not, thus much I can spare, and no more;
resolve against Reserves and Limits; give up all, and keep back nothing; say not, thus much I can spare, and no more;
vvb p-acp vvz cc n2; vvb a-acp d, cc vvi av pix; vvb xx, av av-d pns11 vmb vvi, cc dx av-dc;
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hitherto I will go, and no farther.
hitherto I will go, and no farther.
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Divide not thy self, thy love, thy care, thy aims betwixt Christ, and any thing else.
Divide not thy self, thy love, thy care, thy aims betwixt christ, and any thing Else.
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Let thy whole Soul run in one Channel. Rest not short of a full resignation, and when thou hast resigned, repent not.
Let thy Whole Soul run in one Channel. Rest not short of a full resignation, and when thou hast resigned, Repent not.
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2. Let Christ be all to thee;
2. Let christ be all to thee;
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say not, I must have an Estate too, my Friends too, my pleasures and my ease too;
say not, I must have an Estate too, my Friends too, my pleasures and my ease too;
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let Christ be enough, and all to thee; Father, Mother, House, Lands, Portion;
let christ be enough, and all to thee; Father, Mother, House, Lands, Portion;
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say concerning all thou hast else, Be thou mine Lord, and let these go their way.
say Concerning all thou hast Else, Be thou mine Lord, and let these go their Way.
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3. Let all of Christ be accepted and improved by thee. Divide not thy self, and divide not Christ;
3. Let all of christ be accepted and improved by thee. Divide not thy self, and divide not christ;
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leave not any thing of thy self, for any but Christ, refuse not any thing of Christ, for thy self.
leave not any thing of thy self, for any but christ, refuse not any thing of christ, for thy self.
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Think not thy all, too much for thee to give, nor Christ's all, too much for thee to embrace.
Think not thy all, too much for thee to give, nor Christ's all, too much for thee to embrace.
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Thy half will not satisfie Christ, nor will half of Christ suffice thee. Thou must give and have, and therefore resolve to give and take, all or none.
Thy half will not satisfy christ, nor will half of christ suffice thee. Thou must give and have, and Therefore resolve to give and take, all or none.
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Let all Christ be accepted, and improved by thee. 1. The merit of his blood. 2. The light and Authority of his Law. 3. The power of his Spirit.
Let all christ be accepted, and improved by thee. 1. The merit of his blood. 2. The Light and authority of his Law. 3. The power of his Spirit.
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1. Accept the merit of his blood; renounce thine own, and rely on his righteousness; as God hath, so do thou, lay on him, all thy iniquities.
1. Accept the merit of his blood; renounce thine own, and rely on his righteousness; as God hath, so do thou, lay on him, all thy iniquities.
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Think not of Sanctification, without satisfaction. Think not to satisfie in the least, by ought that thou canst do, let that lie upon him.
Think not of Sanctification, without satisfaction. Think not to satisfy in the least, by ought that thou Canst do, let that lie upon him.
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Judge thy self, but seek to be justified alone through faith in his blood. Say unto the Lord, what I owe to thee, put it upon his account;
Judge thy self, but seek to be justified alone through faith in his blood. Say unto the Lord, what I owe to thee, put it upon his account;
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my Christ must answer for me. 2. Accept, and submit to the light and authority of his Law.
my christ must answer for me. 2. Accept, and submit to the Light and Authority of his Law.
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Think not, he is thy Priest, unless he be thy Prophet, and thy King: If he must answer for thee, let him instruct thee,
Think not, he is thy Priest, unless he be thy Prophet, and thy King: If he must answer for thee, let him instruct thee,
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and be thou willing to learn of him; since he hath bought thee, let him govern thee;
and be thou willing to Learn of him; since he hath bought thee, let him govern thee;
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say not of any thing he requires, this is too much to do, since he said not to thee, 'tis too much to die.
say not of any thing he requires, this is too much to do, since he said not to thee, it's too much to die.
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Count not thy self a Christian, whilest thou art unwilling to receive the utmost light, or to submit to the utmost of thy duty;
Count not thy self a Christian, whilst thou art unwilling to receive the utmost Light, or to submit to the utmost of thy duty;
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say not of any one thing, of all that Christ requires, This I must have abated,
say not of any one thing, of all that christ requires, This I must have abated,
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and then I will be his.
and then I will be his.
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3. Accept and exert the power of his Spirit, the Spirit of the Lord is a Spirit of Power.
3. Accept and exert the power of his Spirit, the Spirit of the Lord is a Spirit of Power.
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The same Argument which the Apostle uses to prove himself a Minister of Christ, is necessary to prove thee a Christian, 2 Cor ▪ 13. 3, 4. Since ye seek a proof of Christ speaking in me, which to you ward is not weak, but is mighty in you.
The same Argument which the Apostle uses to prove himself a Minister of christ, is necessary to prove thee a Christian, 2 Cor ▪ 13. 3, 4. Since you seek a proof of christ speaking in me, which to you ward is not weak, but is mighty in you.
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Though he was crucified through weakness, yet he liveth by the power of God;
Though he was Crucified through weakness, yet he lives by the power of God;
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for we also are weak in him, but we shall live with him by the power of God. for we also Are weak in him, but we shall live with him by the power of God.
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(Ye seek a proof of Christ speaking in me,) ye put me to prove that I am a Minister of Christ;
(You seek a proof of christ speaking in me,) you put me to prove that I am a Minister of christ;
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why, here's the proof of it, My preaching hath not been weak, but mighty in you;
why, here's the proof of it, My preaching hath not been weak, but mighty in you;
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It hath been followed and attested, by the power of Christ, which hath wrought mightily in you;
It hath been followed and attested, by the power of christ, which hath wrought mightily in you;
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as weak as we are, yet the power of Christ hath been manifested and magnified in us.
as weak as we Are, yet the power of christ hath been manifested and magnified in us.
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Doest thou seek a proof of thy Christianity? why, here must be the proof, that though thou art weak of thy self,
Dost thou seek a proof of thy Christianity? why, Here must be the proof, that though thou art weak of thy self,
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yet thou livest in the power of God, which is mighty in thee.
yet thou Livest in the power of God, which is mighty in thee.
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Though thou canst do nothing of thy self, yet thou art able to do all things through Christ which strengthens thee.
Though thou Canst do nothing of thy self, yet thou art able to do all things through christ which strengthens thee.
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Thou sayst thou art willing, but thou art weak; thou desirest to be, and to do, what God would have thee, but thou canst not perform.
Thou Sayest thou art willing, but thou art weak; thou Desirest to be, and to do, what God would have thee, but thou Canst not perform.
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This may comfort and support thee much, under thy failings and miscarriages in some particular duties;
This may Comfort and support thee much, under thy failings and miscarriages in Some particular duties;
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but if this be thy case in ordinary, in the main of thy life; that to will is all thou hast, thou art not a Christian.
but if this be thy case in ordinary, in the main of thy life; that to will is all thou hast, thou art not a Christian.
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He that hath not the Spirit of Christ, is none of his. He that hath not the Spirit of christ, is none of his.
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And he that hath the Spirit of Christ, it is in him as the living power of God, actually carrying him on in an holy life.
And he that hath the Spirit of christ, it is in him as the living power of God, actually carrying him on in an holy life.
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Ezek. 36. 27. I will put my Spirit within you, and cause you to walk in my Statutes;
Ezekiel 36. 27. I will put my Spirit within you, and cause you to walk in my Statutes;
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and ye shall keep my judgments, and do them. I will not onely command, perswade, incline you, but [ cause ] you.and you shall keep my Judgments, and do them. I will not only command, persuade, incline you, but [ cause ] you.
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It shall be done, my Spirit shall bring you on, and help you through. Ye [ shall ] keep my Statutes, and do them.
It shall be done, my Spirit shall bring you on, and help you through. the [ shall ] keep my Statutes, and do them.
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Where ever the Spirit of God hath breathed in the life of Grace, there are more than breathings out after a gracious life. Sincere grace hath more in it,
Where ever the Spirit of God hath breathed in the life of Grace, there Are more than breathings out After a gracious life. Sincere grace hath more in it,
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than wishings and wouldings, than Attempts and Overtures; Life is a power to act.
than wishings and wouldings, than Attempts and Overtures; Life is a power to act.
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Phil. 2. 12, 13. Work out your own Salvation, for it is God that worketh in you, to will and to do. Philip 2. 12, 13. Work out your own Salvation, for it is God that works in you, to will and to do.
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Where ever God worketh the NONLATINALPHABET velle, he works also the NONLATINALPHABET operari. Where ever God works [ in ] he gives us a power to work [ out ] the Works of Christianity.
Where ever God works the velle, he works also the operari. Where ever God works [ in ] he gives us a power to work [ out ] thee Works of Christianity.
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Oh rest not, till thou find thy self in•ued with this power from on high, and inabled to go through with thy work:
O rest not, till thou find thy self in•ued with this power from on high, and enabled to go through with thy work:
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They are not thy Attempts, but thy Atchievments: They are not thy Offers at an Holy Life, but thy acting it, that must prove thee a Christian;
They Are not thy Attempts, but thy Achievements: They Are not thy Offers At an Holy Life, but thy acting it, that must prove thee a Christian;
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He that doth Righteousness, is Righteous. Be it thus with thee; be all to Christ, let Christ be all to thee;He that does Righteousness, is Righteous. Be it thus with thee; be all to christ, let christ be all to thee;
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let all Christ be accepted and improved by thee;
let all christ be accepted and improved by thee;
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heartily accept the merit of Christ's Righteousness, submit to the Light and Authority of his Law;
heartily accept the merit of Christ's Righteousness, submit to the Light and authority of his Law;
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get thy self possest with, and live in the power of his Spirit: Be it thus with thee, come up hither, and then thou art safe:
get thy self possessed with, and live in the power of his Spirit: Be it thus with thee, come up hither, and then thou art safe:
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Thy almost is now come to altogether; and if I must •ow leave thee, thou wilt be the better able to spare me:
Thy almost is now come to altogether; and if I must •ow leave thee, thou wilt be the better able to spare me:
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These things do, and the God of Peace shall be with thee. Thou art gotten into Sanctuary;These things do, and the God of Peace shall be with thee. Thou art got into Sanctuary;
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and now whatever Tossings and Tumblings, whatsoever unpleasing or afflicting Changes ▪ may be thy Lot in this World, thou may'st sing that Requie•• to thy self, Return unto thy rest, O my Soul,
and now whatever Tossings and Tumblings, whatsoever unpleasing or afflicting Changes ▪ may be thy Lot in this World, thou Mayest sing that Requie•• to thy self, Return unto thy rest, Oh my Soul,
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for the Lord hath dealt bountifully with thee:
for the Lord hath dealt bountifully with thee:
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Go thy way, eat thy Bread with joy, and drink thy Wine with a merry heart, for God now accepteth thee. Go thy Way, eat thy Bred with joy, and drink thy Wine with a merry heart, for God now Accepteth thee.
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Though thou walkest through the shadow of Death, thou may'st now sit thee down under the shadow of thy Lord, with great delight,
Though thou walkest through the shadow of Death, thou Mayest now fit thee down under the shadow of thy Lord, with great delight,
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and with great security, whose Fruit shall be ever sweet to thy Tast:
and with great security, whose Fruit shall be ever sweet to thy Taste:
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Though thou dwellest in Mesech, and hast thy Habitation among the Tents of Kedar, yet thou may'st lay thee down in peace,
Though thou dwellest in Mesech, and hast thy Habitation among the Tents of Kedar, yet thou Mayest lay thee down in peace,
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and take thy rest, for the ▪ Lord doth, the Lord will make thee to dwell in safety. 2. To the Godly.
and take thy rest, for the ▪ Lord does, the Lord will make thee to dwell in safety. 2. To the Godly.
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Happy Souls, The God of Peace is with you, all things shall work for good to you;
Happy Souls, The God of Peace is with you, all things shall work for good to you;
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onely that he may continue with you, continue you with him, in the obedience of that Gospel, to which you have deliver'd up your selves.
only that he may continue with you, continue you with him, in the Obedience of that Gospel, to which you have Delivered up your selves.
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My Exhortation to you shall be. 1. General; Respecting the whole course of your Lives. 2. Particular; Respecting your daily Walk.
My Exhortation to you shall be. 1. General; Respecting the Whole course of your Lives. 2. Particular; Respecting your daily Walk.
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My general Exhortation shall be bottom'd on that of the Apostle, Phil. 1. 27, 28. Let your Conversation be,My general Exhortation shall be bottomed on that of the Apostle, Philip 1. 27, 28. Let your Conversation be,
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as it becometh the Gospell of Christ;
as it Becometh the Gospel of christ;
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that whether I come and see you, or else be absent, I may hear of your Affairs, that you stand fast in one Spirit, with one Mind, striving together for the Faith of the Gospel.
that whither I come and see you, or Else be absent, I may hear of your Affairs, that you stand fast in one Spirit, with one Mind, striving together for the Faith of the Gospel.
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In nothing terrified by your Adversaries, which is to them an evident t•ken of Perdition, but to you of Salvation, and that of God.
In nothing terrified by your Adversaries, which is to them an evident t•ken of Perdition, but to you of Salvation, and that of God.
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[ Let your Conversation be as it becometh the Gospel ] Walk worthy of the Gospel;[ Let your Conversation be as it Becometh the Gospel ] Walk worthy of the Gospel;
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let your lives be suitable, and answerable to the Holy Gospel which you profess. 1. Let your lives answer the ends of the Gospel, the ex•ltation of the Name,
let your lives be suitable, and answerable to the Holy Gospel which you profess. 1. Let your lives answer the ends of the Gospel, the ex•ltation of the Name,
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and glorious Grace of God in Christ; live an humble, self-denying, selfabasing; this is a Christ exalting life.
and glorious Grace of God in christ; live an humble, self-denying, selfabasing; this is a christ exalting life.
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2. Let your Lives answer the Dignities, and Honours the Gospel invests you with;
2. Let your Lives answer the Dignities, and Honours the Gospel invests you with;
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You are the children of God, the Heirs of Glory, the Spouse of Christ, the Bride, the Lambs Wife:
You Are the children of God, the Heirs of Glory, the Spouse of christ, the Bride, the Lambs Wife:
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You are a Royall Priesthood, an holy Nation, a peculiar people; know your priviledges, and do not live below your selves;
You Are a Royal Priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; know your privileges, and do not live below your selves;
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defile not your glory, by stooping to a Carnal and Earthly Life: a Jewel is not more unbecoming a Swines snout, than fleshly Husks a Saints Palate:
defile not your glory, by stooping to a Carnal and Earthly Life: a Jewel is not more unbecoming a Swine snout, than fleshly Husks a Saints Palate:
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'Tis below you, who are a peculiar people to your God, to live in common with the men of this World:
It's below you, who Are a peculiar people to your God, to live in Common with the men of this World:
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humble your selves, into the least of Saints, but do not humble your selves into Bruits:
humble your selves, into the least of Saints, but do not humble your selves into Bruits:
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Live in the Spirit, converse with God, be dealing for Glory, Honour, and Immortality. 3. Let your Lives answer the Names, which the Gospel puts upon you; Doves, Lambs, Lillies;
Live in the Spirit, converse with God, be dealing for Glory, Honour, and Immortality. 3. Let your Lives answer the Names, which the Gospel puts upon you; Dove, Lambs, Lilies;
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be harmless, peaceable, gentle, beautiful, fragrant, sending forth a precious savour in the World.
be harmless, peaceable, gentle, beautiful, fragrant, sending forth a precious savour in the World.
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4. Let your Lives answer the Riches, the Reward, the Crown, the Kingdom, which the Gospel sets before you.
4. Let your Lives answer the Riches, the Reward, the Crown, the Kingdom, which the Gospel sets before you.
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Live a contented life, be satisfied, be well pleased, with what you have here, be it little or much;
Live a contented life, be satisfied, be well pleased, with what you have Here, be it little or much;
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disgrace not your portion, the Gospel allots you, as if it were a poor insufficient portion:
disgrace not your portion, the Gospel allots you, as if it were a poor insufficient portion:
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Let your Souls say, How small an handful soever you have of this Earth, it is enough, Christ is mine:
Let your Souls say, How small an handful soever you have of this Earth, it is enough, christ is mine:
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A discontented Christian says, Christ is not enough, Heaven is not enough:
A discontented Christian Says, christ is not enough, Heaven is not enough:
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Let the Contentation of thy Spirit, declare before the World, that the Lines are fallen to thee in a pleasant place,
Let the Contentation of thy Spirit, declare before the World, that the Lines Are fallen to thee in a pleasant place,
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and that thou hast a goodly Heritage: and that thou hast a goodly Heritage:
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Do not put this Scorn upon God, and Glory, that thou must be beholding to the Devil, to mend thy portion.
Do not put this Scorn upon God, and Glory, that thou must be beholding to the devil, to mend thy portion.
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Christian, Either thou art within the Promise, or a stranger from it: Either thou hast the God of Peace with thee, or not:
Christian, Either thou art within the Promise, or a stranger from it: Either thou hast the God of Peace with thee, or not:
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If not, me thinks thou should'st find other matter to take up thy Thoughts, and not have leisure to perplex thy self with every ••ivial want;
If not, me thinks thou Shouldst find other matter to take up thy Thoughts, and not have leisure to perplex thy self with every ••ivial want;
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that thy meat, or thy drink, or thine house, or the carriage of thy Friends towards thee, are not according to thy mind;
that thy meat, or thy drink, or thine house, or the carriage of thy Friends towards thee, Are not according to thy mind;
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thy Soul, thy Soul man, thy life is in danger.
thy Soul, thy Soul man, thy life is in danger.
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Oh what an Eternity art thou like to have of it? Canst thou want a God, a Christ,
O what an Eternity art thou like to have of it? Canst thou want a God, a christ,
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an Heaven, and thine Heart never stir at it? And is the dissatisfaction of thy vain mind or appetite such a Burthen? Is the Devil in thine heart,
an Heaven, and thine Heart never stir At it? And is the dissatisfaction of thy vain mind or appetite such a Burden? Is the devil in thine heart,
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and it never moves thee? and shall an ill Neighbour be a vexation to thee? Canst thou feel a Feather,
and it never moves thee? and shall an ill Neighbour be a vexation to thee? Canst thou feel a Feather,
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when thou hast a Talent upon thee? The Curse, the Curse of God is upon thee:
when thou hast a Talon upon thee? The Curse, the Curse of God is upon thee:
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I cannot wonder [ thou ] should'st be discontent;
I cannot wonder [ thou ] Shouldst be discontent;
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but me thinks these small matters, by a man in thy case, should not be minded.
but me thinks these small matters, by a man in thy case, should not be minded.
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If Christ and the Promise be thine, is not that enough? Are not all things enough? God is all things:
If christ and the Promise be thine, is not that enough? are not all things enough? God is all things:
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He that hath the Son, hath not onely, with him, but in him, all things: Are all things nothing with thee?
He that hath the Son, hath not only, with him, but in him, all things: are all things nothing with thee?
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What would'st thou have more than all? The Heathens acknowledged, That Vertue is sufficient. It was a Maxime, among the Antient Philosophers, NONLATINALPHABET, Vertue is self-sufficient: A vertuous man hath no need to be beholding either to Friends or Fortune: He hath enough in himself.
What Wouldst thou have more than all? The heathens acknowledged, That Virtue is sufficient. It was a Maxim, among the Ancient Philosophers,, Virtue is self-sufficient: A virtuous man hath no need to be beholding either to Friends or Fortune: He hath enough in himself.
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The Apostle tells us, That Godliness, NONLATINALPHABET, with its self sufficiency, is great Gain, 1 Tim. 6. 6. Solomon tells us, Prov. 14. 14. A good man is satisfied from himself.
The Apostle tells us, That Godliness,, with its self sufficiency, is great Gain, 1 Tim. 6. 6. Solomon tells us, Curae 14. 14. A good man is satisfied from himself.
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He hath that within him, out of which his satisfaction grows.
He hath that within him, out of which his satisfaction grows.
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A Christian hath the whole Gospel within him, He hath Christ, the Promise, the Everlasting God; Heaven, Glory, within him:
A Christian hath the Whole Gospel within him, He hath christ, the Promise, the Everlasting God; Heaven, Glory, within him:
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As rich as he is, he may truly say, Omnia mea mecum porto. He carries his [ All ] in his Heart,
As rich as he is, he may truly say, Omnia mea mecum porto. He carries his [ All ] in his Heart,
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and can thence get out a Living, a Sufficiency, for all Times, Cases, and Wants:
and can thence get out a Living, a Sufficiency, for all Times, Cases, and Wants:
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Cast him out naked, out of his Habitation, out of his Countrey, yet he carries all with him, he leaves not an Hoof behind him.
Cast him out naked, out of his Habitation, out of his Country, yet he carries all with him, he leaves not an Hoof behind him.
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Christians, leave it to the Poor of the Earth, to carnal men, (the richest of them is poor enough) leave it to them to be discontent:
Christians, leave it to the Poor of the Earth, to carnal men, (the Richest of them is poor enough) leave it to them to be discontent:
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A carnal man hath so many to be beholding to, to patch up his contentment, that 'tis no wonder he falls short of it;
A carnal man hath so many to be beholding to, to patch up his contentment, that it's not wonder he falls short of it;
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the Sun, the Clouds, his Fields, his Folds, his Friends, his Enemies, his Honours, his pleasures, his meat, his drink, his house, his mony,
the Sun, the Clouds, his Fields, his Folds, his Friends, his Enemies, his Honours, his pleasures, his meat, his drink, his house, his money,
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yea the Devil & all, & his Lusts, every Creature must come in with their part, to contribute to his contentment:
yea the devil & all, & his Lustiest, every Creature must come in with their part, to contribute to his contentment:
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if but one thing fails him, there's something wanting to make it up:
if but one thing fails him, there's something wanting to make it up:
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Nay, if none fail, but they all do their best to please him, yet all will not do, in the fulness of his sufficiency he is in straits.
Nay, if none fail, but they all do their best to please him, yet all will not do, in the fullness of his sufficiency he is in straits.
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When he hath all he can have, his still hungring Heart cries out of what it hath, Vanity of Vanities, all is Vanity.
When he hath all he can have, his still hungering Heart cries out of what it hath, Vanity of Vanities, all is Vanity.
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Leave it to these, Christians, who have nothing but emptiness to fill their Souls withal, leave it to them to be discontented.
Leave it to these, Christians, who have nothing but emptiness to fill their Souls withal, leave it to them to be discontented.
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Will you lay the same imputation upon the God of Glory? The Discontent of a Christian, is a kind of Blasphemy:
Will you lay the same imputation upon the God of Glory? The Discontent of a Christian, is a kind of Blasphemy:
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it proclaims concerning God also, and all the Glory of the Gospel: This also is Vanity;
it proclaims Concerning God also, and all the Glory of the Gospel: This also is Vanity;
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Vanity of Vanities, all is vanity. Christians, study your Riches more, count over your Treasures; dwell more in your God, and his Gospel:Vanity of Vanities, all is vanity. Christians, study your Riches more, count over your Treasures; dwell more in your God, and his Gospel:
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Read over your Priviledges, Promises, and Hopes;
Read over your Privileges, Promises, and Hope's;
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feed more on that Bread of Life, drink more freely of those Living Springs, which are broken forth to you:
feed more on that Bred of Life, drink more freely of those Living Springs, which Are broken forth to you:
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Prove more what Godliness hath in it:
Prove more what Godliness hath in it:
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Get out the sweetness and the pleasure of it, (none in the World live such a voluptuous Life,
Get out the sweetness and the pleasure of it, (none in the World live such a voluptuous Life,
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as he that lives most with God) get out the pleasure of Godliness ▪ lie more at the Breasts, suck harder;
as he that lives most with God) get out the pleasure of Godliness ▪ lie more At the Breasts, suck harder;
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press the Clusters and the Wine, and Milk will come; make the most of Religion, and you will have enough;
press the Clusters and the Wine, and Milk will come; make the most of Religion, and you will have enough;
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never blame it for empty, or unsatisfactory, while there is more to be h•d. Gad not into other Pastures, •un not from Flower to Flower, keep you Home:
never blame it for empty, or unsatisfactory, while there is more to be h•d. Gad not into other Pastures, •un not from Flower to Flower, keep you Home:
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Let not your God find you in another Field:
Let not your God find you in Another Field:
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If you keep with God, the less you have of Creature-vanities, the more full will your Contentment be.
If you keep with God, the less you have of Creature-vanities, the more full will your Contentment be.
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Christian, Honour thy God, and his Gospel, let his Breasts satisfie thee, and erre thou always in his Love.
Christian, Honour thy God, and his Gospel, let his Breasts satisfy thee, and err thou always in his Love.
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Let the World read the Gospel-sufficiency in thy Souls pleasure, and satisfaction with it alone. 5. Let your Conversations answer the supports of the Gospel, and its succours.
Let the World read the Gospel-sufficiency in thy Souls pleasure, and satisfaction with it alone. 5. Let your Conversations answer the supports of the Gospel, and its succours.
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Live a patient life; Jam. 5. 7. Be patient, brethren, unto the coming of the Lord.
Live a patient life; Jam. 5. 7. Be patient, brothers, unto the coming of the Lord.
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Patience is a Grace suited to our present Gospel state. I may call it, a Friend that's born for the day of adversity.
Patience is a Grace suited to our present Gospel state. I may call it, a Friend that's born for the day of adversity.
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If you are Christians, you have need of Patience; and if you have Patience, you need no more.
If you Are Christians, you have need of Patience; and if you have Patience, you need no more.
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Jam. 1. 4. Let Patience have her perfect work, that you may be entire, lacking nothing. Jam. 1. 4. Let Patience have her perfect work, that you may be entire, lacking nothing.
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Patience, is a submitting, sedate, and calm frame of spirit, whereby a Christian, from Gospel grounds, is born up under all his Troubles,
Patience, is a submitting, sedate, and Cam frame of Spirit, whereby a Christian, from Gospel grounds, is born up under all his Troubles,
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and born throug• all his Duties. Betwixt Patience and Contentedness, there is this difference;
and born throug• all his Duties. Betwixt Patience and Contentedness, there is this difference;
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Contentedness is the quiet of the heart, and its satisfaction with its smallest portion of good things. Contentedness is the quiet of the heart, and its satisfaction with its Smallest portion of good things.
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Patience is the quiet of the heart under the greatest pressure of evill things. Patience is the quiet of the heart under the greatest pressure of evil things.
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A patient spirit is a submitting spirit; It's heartily content that God should have his Will.
A patient Spirit is a submitting Spirit; It's heartily content that God should have his Will.
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With whatsoever God is pleased, it will not be displeased. It's the Lord, let him do whatsoever seems good in his Eyes.
With whatsoever God is pleased, it will not be displeased. It's the Lord, let him do whatsoever seems good in his Eyes.
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What seems good in God's eyes, shall not seem evil in mine. It is a Calm and quiet spirit:
What seems good in God's eyes, shall not seem evil in mine. It is a Cam and quiet Spirit:
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It will not strive nor cry, nor lift up its voice in the street;
It will not strive nor cry, nor lift up its voice in the street;
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it can mourn, but it does not murmur; it can feel, but it will not fret at the hand of God.
it can mourn, but it does not murmur; it can feel, but it will not fret At the hand of God.
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A patient person is ever composmentis; has the command and government of his spirit; keeps it sober, and in due order; doth not rave, and rage.
A patient person is ever composmentis; has the command and government of his Spirit; keeps it Sobrium, and in due order; does not rave, and rage.
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Impatience is a kind of frenzy;
Impatience is a kind of frenzy;
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such persons are besides themselves. In our patience we possess, and by our impatience we lose our Souls:
such Persons Are beside themselves. In our patience we possess, and by our impatience we loose our Souls:
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we lose the rule and government of them, the peace and the use of them. An impatient man is besides himself, both as a Man and as a Christian.
we loose the Rule and government of them, the peace and the use of them. an impatient man is beside himself, both as a Man and as a Christian.
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1. He is besides himself as a Man: Impatience turns Reason out of doors;
1. He is beside himself as a Man: Impatience turns Reason out of doors;
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and for the Affections, they are all in an uproar, and will know no command or government.
and for the Affections, they Are all in an uproar, and will know no command or government.
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2. He is besides himself as a Christian; turned quite out of course: Duties, Comforts, Experiences, Hopes, all are laid aside.
2. He is beside himself as a Christian; turned quite out of course: Duties, Comforts, Experiences, Hope's, all Are laid aside.
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Keep you quiet, keep the peace in your heart, and you keep your heart. In this calmness and quietness, it bears up under troubles.
Keep you quiet, keep the peace in your heart, and you keep your heart. In this calmness and quietness, it bears up under Troubles.
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Patience hath Fortitude in it, it neither frets, nor faints, under all its •ur•hens.
Patience hath Fortitude in it, it neither frets, nor faints, under all its •ur•hens.
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Christians [ must ] bear, and patient Christians [ can ] bear any thing that comes on them.
Christians [ must ] bear, and patient Christians [ can ] bear any thing that comes on them.
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The proper exercise of patience, is enduring: he endures not that suffers only, but that can bear what he suffers.
The proper exercise of patience, is enduring: he endures not that suffers only, but that can bear what he suffers.
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It bears through its Duties: The passion of a patient person doth not hinder his action.
It bears through its Duties: The passion of a patient person does not hinder his actium.
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He holds his course, keeps on his way, whatever load he hath in his back. He (runs) with patience, the race which is set before him;
He holds his course, keeps on his Way, whatever load he hath in his back. He (runs) with patience, the raze which is Set before him;
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he is not discouraged nor diverted from his holy course by any suffering it costs him.
he is not discouraged nor diverted from his holy course by any suffering it costs him.
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And indeed, Christian Patience stands not in a bare forced quiet, in a biting in,
And indeed, Christian Patience Stands not in a bore forced quiet, in a biting in,
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or keeping down, our fretting aestuations, from venting themselves in word or carriage, or in a sullen silence or stupidity;
or keeping down, our fretting aestuations, from venting themselves in word or carriage, or in a sullen silence or stupidity;
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but in the maintaining such a tranquillity of spirit, under all we suffer, as that we can still, both enjoy and serve the Lord.
but in the maintaining such a tranquillity of Spirit, under all we suffer, as that we can still, both enjoy and serve the Lord.
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He is a patient Christian, that is as much a Christian in a storm, as in a calm;
He is a patient Christian, that is as much a Christian in a storm, as in a Cam;
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that can pray, believe, love, bless God, follow God, and keep his way, when he smites, as when he smiles.
that can pray, believe, love, bless God, follow God, and keep his Way, when he smites, as when he smiles.
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Lastly, in all this, a Christian is upheld and carried on, from Gospel grounds. 'Tis not a naturall hardiness apathy, 'tis not the spirit of a man that does sustain his infirmities;
Lastly, in all this, a Christian is upheld and carried on, from Gospel grounds. It's not a natural hardiness apathy, it's not the Spirit of a man that does sustain his infirmities;
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'tis upon the everlasting Gospel that he stands. There are three Things especially, that bear him through.
it's upon the everlasting Gospel that he Stands. There Are three Things especially, that bear him through.
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His viewing, The Hand of the Lord. The End of the Lord. The Help of the Lord.
His viewing, The Hand of the Lord. The End of the Lord. The Help of the Lord.
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1. He sees the Hand of the Lord in all that befalls him:
1. He sees the Hand of the Lord in all that befalls him:
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Whence was Davids patience? Psal. 39. 9. I was dumb, I opened not my mouth, because thou Lord didst it.
Whence was Davids patience? Psalm 39. 9. I was dumb, I opened not my Mouth, Because thou Lord didst it.
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Whence was Elie's patience? 1 Sam. 3. It is the Lord, let him do what seems him good.
Whence was Ely's patience? 1 Sam. 3. It is the Lord, let him do what seems him good.
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Whence was Job 's patience? Job 1. 21. The Lord hath given, the Lord hath taken away, blessed be the Name of the Lord.
Whence was Job is patience? Job 1. 21. The Lord hath given, the Lord hath taken away, blessed be the Name of the Lord.
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By the way Note, That a godly man is not only patient under his afflictions, but thankful.
By the Way Note, That a godly man is not only patient under his afflictions, but thankful.
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He is not only thankful for Mercies, but for Chastisements. 'Tis not only, the Lord hath given, blessed be his Name;
He is not only thankful for mercies, but for Chastisements. It's not only, the Lord hath given, blessed be his Name;
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the Lord hath built me up, the Lord hath filled me, the Lord hath hedged me, blessed be his Name:
the Lord hath built me up, the Lord hath filled me, the Lord hath hedged me, blessed be his Name:
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but also, the Lord hath taken away, the Lord hath humbled me, broken me, undone me, left me naked, left me nothing, blessed be the Name of the Lord. This by the way.
but also, the Lord hath taken away, the Lord hath humbled me, broken me, undone me, left me naked, left me nothing, blessed be the Name of the Lord. This by the Way.
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2. He sees the End of the Lord; that God intends his good by all that comes upon him.
2. He sees the End of the Lord; that God intends his good by all that comes upon him.
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He knowes that all things, and therefore this which is upon him, whatever it be, shall work to him for good.
He knows that all things, and Therefore this which is upon him, whatever it be, shall work to him for good.
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3. He feels the Help of the Lord.
3. He feels the Help of the Lord.
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When the hand of the Lord is upon him, he feels also the hand of the Lord under him:
When the hand of the Lord is upon him, he feels also the hand of the Lord under him:
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underneath the everlasting arms, Deut. 32. 27. The Gospel, as it hath allotted him many Tribulations, so it hath allowed him mighty Supports.underneath the everlasting arms, Deuteronomy 32. 27. The Gospel, as it hath allotted him many Tribulations, so it hath allowed him mighty Supports.
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A mighty God, who is the rock of ages, Isa. 26. a merciful high Priest, who being tempted himself, is able also to succour those that are tempted, Heb. 2. 18. pretious Promises, 2 Pet. 1. gracious experiences, Rom. 5. 4. patience worketh experience. This last support, [ experience ] hath all the rest in it.A mighty God, who is the rock of ages, Isaiah 26. a merciful high Priest, who being tempted himself, is able also to succour those that Are tempted, Hebrew 2. 18. precious Promises, 2 Pet. 1. gracious experiences, Rom. 5. 4. patience works experience. This last support, [ experience ] hath all the rest in it.
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Experience is the whole Gospel proved. A patient, experienced Christian, hath proved all things, what they are;
Experience is the Whole Gospel proved. A patient, experienced Christian, hath proved all things, what they Are;
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hath proved the World, and what it is, and the worst it can do: hath proved the Word, and what there is in it:
hath proved the World, and what it is, and the worst it can do: hath proved the Word, and what there is in it:
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hath proved what God is, what Christ is, what grace, and peace, and a good Conscience are:
hath proved what God is, what christ is, what grace, and peace, and a good Conscience Are:
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Tribulation often takes away God, and his Gospel;
Tribulation often Takes away God, and his Gospel;
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and we never so well prove what God is, as when we have him alone; what grace is, what a good Conscience is,
and we never so well prove what God is, as when we have him alone; what grace is, what a good Conscience is,
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as when we have nothing else left us.
as when we have nothing Else left us.
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Our Religion never shews so much what is in it, as when it's most put to it.
Our Religion never shows so much what is in it, as when it's most put to it.
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When the Adversary hath gotten the greatest advantage of us; of the Sun, of the Wind, of the Ground;
When the Adversary hath got the greatest advantage of us; of the Sun, of the Wind, of the Ground;
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when he presseth with most violence, with most fury upon us, then we best know, what the weapons of our Warfare are.
when he Presseth with most violence, with most fury upon us, then we best know, what the weapons of our Warfare Are.
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The comforts and supports of Religion are not known, either of what strength, or of what sweetness they are, till they are thus proved.
The comforts and supports of Religion Are not known, either of what strength, or of what sweetness they Are, till they Are thus proved.
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Hezekiah had never such a taste of his integrity, as when he received the Message of death.Hezekiah had never such a taste of his integrity, as when he received the Message of death.
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Stephen had never such a sight of Heaven, as through a storm of stones, Christ is never so sweet in a Prison.Stephen had never such a sighed of Heaven, as through a storm of stones, christ is never so sweet in a Prison.
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When God meets his Saints in a Wilderness, then he speaks comfortably to them. A patient Christian hath more or less experience of all this;
When God meets his Saints in a Wilderness, then he speaks comfortably to them. A patient Christian hath more or less experience of all this;
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and hence is he supported, keps quiet under all his sufferings, and carried with courage on his way.
and hence is he supported, keeps quiet under all his sufferings, and carried with courage on his Way.
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Be patient therefore Brethren unto the coming of the Lord. You have need of patience, and no excuse for your impatience.
Be patient Therefore Brothers unto the coming of the Lord. You have need of patience, and no excuse for your impatience.
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The sufferings of the Gospel call for patience; and the supports of the Gospel will condemn your impatience.
The sufferings of the Gospel call for patience; and the supports of the Gospel will condemn your impatience.
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If you will be godly, count upon it that you have a great fight of afflictions to endure.
If you will be godly, count upon it that you have a great fight of afflictions to endure.
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Venture not into the fight without your armour: An impatient Creature is a naked Souldier; How easily will Sathan destroy, whom he hath once disarmed.
Venture not into the fight without your armour: an impatient Creature is a naked Soldier; How Easily will Sathan destroy, whom he hath once disarmed.
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The more you [ can ] the less you [ shall ] suffer. Secure your spirit, and you save your self from harm.
The more you [ can ] the less you [ shall ] suffer. Secure your Spirit, and you save your self from harm.
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There's no Dart shall hurt you, that does not hit your heart. Keep your heart whole, and the Devil loses all his shot.
There's no Dart shall hurt you, that does not hit your heart. Keep your heart Whole, and the devil loses all his shot.
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Be patient, and you possess your Souls; keep your Souls, and the Enemy loses the day.
Be patient, and you possess your Souls; keep your Souls, and the Enemy loses the day.
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Christians, 'tis of great consequence to you, to be of a patient spirit, and 'tis a great Duty;Christians, it's of great consequence to you, to be of a patient Spirit, and it's a great Duty;
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there's much more in it, than every eye observes.
there's much more in it, than every eye observes.
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When I perswade you to Patience; know, that 'tis no smal thing that I am perswading you to:
When I persuade you to Patience; know, that it's not small thing that I am persuading you to:
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'Tis no less than, 1. To the whole of Christianity. 2. To the height of Christianity.
It's no less than, 1. To the Whole of Christianity. 2. To the height of Christianity.
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1. To the whole of Christianity: To be truly Patient, hath as much in it, as to be a Christian:
1. To the Whole of Christianity: To be truly Patient, hath as much in it, as to be a Christian:
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To be ho•y, humble, meek, mortified, self-denying, crucified to the World, heavenly minded; all this you must be, or you cannot be patient.
To be ho•y, humble, meek, mortified, self-denying, Crucified to the World, heavenly minded; all this you must be, or you cannot be patient.
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Patient and proud? patient and peevish? patient and unmortified, earthly-minded, a self-seeker? This is as great a contradiction,
Patient and proud? patient and peevish? patient and unmortified, earthly-minded, a self-seeker? This is as great a contradiction,
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as to be proud and humble, fleshly and spiritual, earthly and heavenly, a Christian and no Christian.
as to be proud and humble, fleshly and spiritual, earthly and heavenly, a Christian and no Christian.
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If ever you will be possessours of this grace, you must be partakers of all grace.
If ever you will be possessors of this grace, you must be partakers of all grace.
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Get a believing, broken, self-denying heart;
Get a believing, broken, self-denying heart;
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get your spirits furnished with the love of Christ, the hope of the Gospel, the contempt of the World;
get your spirits furnished with the love of christ, the hope of the Gospel, the contempt of the World;
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live above in the other World:
live above in the other World:
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Let Christ, Glory, Honour, Immortality, be the portion of your Souls, and the pleasure of your lives,
Let christ, Glory, Honour, Immortality, be the portion of your Souls, and the pleasure of your lives,
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if ever you would be truly patient. 2. To Christianity in the height of it.
if ever you would be truly patient. 2. To Christianity in the height of it.
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In pressing you to Patience, I am herein pressing you to get Assurance. Without assurance though patience be possible,
In pressing you to Patience, I am herein pressing you to get Assurance. Without assurance though patience be possible,
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yet you'l find it both difficult, and very impe•fect. What Patience, when I question whether my sins be forgiven? whether God be reconciled,
yet You'll find it both difficult, and very impe•fect. What Patience, when I question whither my Sins be forgiven? whither God be reconciled,
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and be not dealing with me as an enemy? What Patience, when I doubt,
and be not dealing with me as an enemy? What Patience, when I doubt,
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whether my afflictions be not the pension of a bastard, rather than the portion of a son? when I am not sure,
whither my afflictions be not the pension of a bastard, rather than the portion of a son? when I am not sure,
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but my present sufferings are sent to carry me down to eternal sufferings? I am in misery and perpetual torments:
but my present sufferings Are sent to carry me down to Eternal sufferings? I am in misery and perpetual torments:
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never a day without its evils; I can see no end of it, nor it may be never shall;
never a day without its evils; I can see no end of it, nor it may be never shall;
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this or worse may last for ever. Oh if I were sure it would be well at last, I could be quiet;
this or Worse may last for ever. O if I were sure it would be well At last, I could be quiet;
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but for ought I know, the Furnace I am in, may be the very mouth of Hell:
but for ought I know, the Furnace I am in, may be the very Mouth of Hell:
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The diseases, the wounds I am under, may be sent to let out my Soul into everl•sting burnings;
The diseases, the wounds I am under, may be sent to let out my Soul into everl•sting burnings;
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how can I be patient under such doubts and fears? Make God sure, Christian, make Heaven sure once ▪ and then thou may'st set thine Heart at rest;
how can I be patient under such doubts and fears? Make God sure, Christian, make Heaven sure once ▪ and then thou Mayest Set thine Heart At rest;
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then thou may'st almost as easily exercise, as thine Enemies find thee Exercise of, thy patience.
then thou Mayest almost as Easily exercise, as thine Enemies find thee Exercise of, thy patience.
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Christians, if you will be patient, you must be painful: give diligence; be diligent in making your Calling and Election sure:Christians, if you will be patient, you must be painful: give diligence; be diligent in making your Calling and Election sure:
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be diligent in duty, be vigilant against iniquity:
be diligent in duty, be vigilant against iniquity:
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If you will be patient, be impatient of sin, and you will be patient of sorrow; make sin sure;
If you will be patient, be impatient of since, and you will be patient of sorrow; make since sure;
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get it slain by the cross, and buried in the grave of your Lord, sealing the stone, and setting a watch:
get it slave by the cross, and buried in the grave of your Lord, sealing the stone, and setting a watch:
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have nothing to conflict with, in the day of your affliction, but your affliction: beware of carrying guilt with you up upon the Cross;
have nothing to conflict with, in the day of your affliction, but your affliction: beware of carrying guilt with you up upon the Cross;
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Let ▪ not the gall of guilt be mingled with the vinegar of affliction:
Let ▪ not the Gall of guilt be mingled with the vinegar of affliction:
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A mortified spirit will deaden all our pain, and a pure Conscience will bear all our burthens.
A mortified Spirit will deaden all our pain, and a pure Conscience will bear all our burdens.
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Till this be done, I must tell you, you will find suffering to be hard service.
Till this be done, I must tell you, you will find suffering to be hard service.
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'Tis an easie matter to talk of the sufferings of the Gospel, and to boast great things afore-hand;
It's an easy matter to talk of the sufferings of the Gospel, and to boast great things aforehand;
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as you know who did once, and what came of it; Though I die with thee, I will never deny thee.
as you know who did once, and what Come of it; Though I die with thee, I will never deny thee.
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But when it comes to the pinch, when Troubles come upon us, when the hand of the Lord touches us,
But when it comes to the pinch, when Troubles come upon us, when the hand of the Lord touches us,
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and touches where it's most tender;
and touches where it's most tender;
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brings those calamities on us, which are most contrary to us, strips us of those comforts which are most dear to us, takes away all from us, and leaves us naked;
brings those calamities on us, which Are most contrary to us, strips us of those comforts which Are most dear to us, Takes away all from us, and leaves us naked;
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when we feel the smart of the rod, when every stroke fetches blood; when the feet are hurt in the Stocks, and the Iron enters into the Soul;
when we feel the smart of the rod, when every stroke Fetches blood; when the feet Are hurt in the Stocks, and the Iron enters into the Soul;
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when the vinegar and the gall comes, when the thorns and the nails of the Cross are struck in;
when the vinegar and the Gall comes, when the thorns and the nails of the Cross Are struck in;
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when shame and reproach, when scorn and contempt, when hunger and thirst, when cold and nakedness,
when shame and reproach, when scorn and contempt, when hunger and thirst, when cold and nakedness,
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when bodily torment and pain, are all measured to you for your portion, and mingled in your cup:
when bodily torment and pain, Are all measured to you for your portion, and mingled in your cup:
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If ever God should call you out, to take your part with that Cloud of Witnesses, Heb. 11. who were tortured, had trialls of cruell mockings and scourgings, of bonds and imprisonment;
If ever God should call you out, to take your part with that Cloud of Witnesses, Hebrew 11. who were tortured, had trials of cruel mockings and scourgings, of bonds and imprisonment;
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who were stoned, were sawn asunder, were tempted, were slain with the Sword; wandring about in Sheep-skins, and Goat-skins, being destiture, afflicted and tormented;
who were stoned, were sawn asunder, were tempted, were slave with the Sword; wandering about in Sheepskins, and Goatskins, being destiture, afflicted and tormented;
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wandring in deserts and mountains, in dens and caves of the earth:
wandering in deserts and Mountains, in dens and caves of the earth:
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If ever this should be your case, then you will know how much there is in Christian Patience;
If ever this should be your case, then you will know how much there is in Christian Patience;
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and how necessary self-denyall, mortification, living in the faith, and fellowship of God, and the power of his spirit,
and how necessary self-denial, mortification, living in the faith, and fellowship of God, and the power of his Spirit,
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and assurance of his love, are to your patient possessing of your Souls.
and assurance of his love, Are to your patient possessing of your Souls.
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Believe i•, Christians, the Gospel hath not furnished us with such large provision of Graces Comforts, Promises, Hopes, for nothing;
Believe i•, Christians, the Gospel hath not furnished us with such large provision of Graces Comforts, Promises, Hope's, for nothing;
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you will find need enough of them all.
you will find need enough of them all.
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Such amazing astonishing trialls you may be called out to, as nothing less, than the richest stock of Promises, the greatest treasure of Experiences, the highest pitch of spiritual Graces, your greatest conquest over Lust and the World, your living under the fullest influences of Divine Power,
Such amazing astonishing trials you may be called out to, as nothing less, than the Richest stock of Promises, the greatest treasure of Experiences, the highest pitch of spiritual Graces, your greatest conquest over Lust and the World, your living under the Fullest influences of Divine Power,
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and the clearest Sense of Divine Love, will furnish you with an enduring spirit; nothing less will, but this will do it.
and the Clearest Sense of Divine Love, will furnish you with an enduring Spirit; nothing less will, but this will do it.
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Get Sin, and the World under, make God sure, make the Promises sure;
Get since, and the World under, make God sure, make the Promises sure;
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live in a daily conflict with Sin, contempt of the World, and exercise of all Graces;
live in a daily conflict with since, contempt of the World, and exercise of all Graces;
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Live in the obedience, vision, and fruition of your God, and then you are ready for the Enemy.
Live in the Obedience, vision, and fruition of your God, and then you Are ready for the Enemy.
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Let your Sufferings be what they will, come when they will, your Souls are at Anchor,
Let your Sufferings be what they will, come when they will, your Souls Are At Anchor,
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and shall have a continual Calm within, how Tempestuous soever the Weather be.
and shall have a continual Cam within, how Tempestuous soever the Weather be.
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As a farther Encouragement, and Help to this great Duty, consider, that your patient suffering will be, 1. Your witness to the Gospel. 2. Gods witness to your Adoption. 3. The cure of your Corruption. 4. Your triumph over Temptation. 5. The improvement of your Sanctification. 6. The advance of your Glory.
As a farther Encouragement, and Help to this great Duty, Consider, that your patient suffering will be, 1. Your witness to the Gospel. 2. God's witness to your Adoption. 3. The cure of your Corruption. 4. Your triumph over Temptation. 5. The improvement of your Sanctification. 6. The advance of your Glory.
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1. Your patient suffering will be your witnesse to the Gospel ▪ Who were that cloud of Witnesses, mentioned Heb. 12. 1. but the suffering Saints;
1. Your patient suffering will be your witness to the Gospel ▪ Who were that cloud of Witnesses, mentioned Hebrew 12. 1. but the suffering Saints;
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that Army of Martyrs recorded Chap. 11. whose patience is set forth as a Pattern to those that should come after: These are the Witnesses.
that Army of Martyrs recorded Chap. 11. whose patience is Set forth as a Pattern to those that should come After: These Are the Witnesses.
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What was it by which they bare Witness, but by their patient suffering? To what did they bear Witness, but to God and his Gospel?
What was it by which they bore Witness, but by their patient suffering? To what did they bear Witness, but to God and his Gospel?
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What Witness did they bear? Why, That the Gospel is true: The sufferings of the Saints, are their Seal to the Gospel:
What Witness did they bear? Why, That the Gospel is true: The sufferings of the Saints, Are their Seal to the Gospel:
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As he that believeth, so much more, he that suffereth in Faith, hath set to his Seal that God is true.
As he that Believeth, so much more, he that suffers in Faith, hath Set to his Seal that God is true.
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In the Faith and patience of the Saints, may be seen (as the Seal in the Wax) the prints and impressions of the Truth, and Faithfulness of God.
In the Faith and patience of the Saints, may be seen (as the Seal in the Wax) the prints and impressions of the Truth, and Faithfulness of God.
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God hath said, He will uphold, he will not forsake them:
God hath said, He will uphold, he will not forsake them:
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and their patience shews, he doth uphold, he hath not forsaken them. 2. That the Gospel is a Glorious Gospel:
and their patience shows, he does uphold, he hath not forsaken them. 2. That the Gospel is a Glorious Gospel:
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That God is a good Master, that it's good being with Christ any where;
That God is a good Master, that it's good being with christ any where;
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That they are no Losers by their Religion, but that it's Wages are above it's Work,
That they Are no Losers by their Religion, but that it's Wages Are above it's Work,
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and its pay above its pain.
and its pay above its pain.
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It were not possible, when they prove how much the Gospel costs them, but they should be weary of it,
It were not possible, when they prove how much the Gospel costs them, but they should be weary of it,
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and repent of their Faith, and renounce their profession, if they did not find the Lord a good pay-master.
and Repent of their Faith, and renounce their profession, if they did not find the Lord a good paymaster.
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The Apostle tells us, 2 Cor. 3. 3. that Christians are the Epistles of Christ, or his Letters of Commendation to the World, in whom may be read his Excellencies and Glory,
The Apostle tells us, 2 Cor. 3. 3. that Christians Are the Epistles of christ, or his Letters of Commendation to the World, in whom may be read his Excellencies and Glory,
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and the incomparable advantages of his Service. And as all Christians, so especially suffering Christians:
and the incomparable advantages of his Service. And as all Christians, so especially suffering Christians:
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The Character of Christ is never so visible and legible, as when 'tis written in Bloud.
The Character of christ is never so visible and legible, as when it's written in Blood.
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The Bowels, and Bounty, and Kindness of God our Saviour, never appear'd in more Glory, than upon [ his ] Cross;
The Bowels, and Bounty, and Kindness of God our Saviour, never appeared in more Glory, than upon [ his ] Cross;
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and there's no such lively Transcript of them, as upon [ our ] Cross. On his Cross, his Bloud;
and there's no such lively Transcript of them, as upon [ our ] Cross. On his Cross, his Blood;
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on our Cross, his Spirit, and the precious grace and comforts of it, are most plentifully shed forth, 1 Pet. 4. 14. If ye be reproached, that is,
on our Cross, his Spirit, and the precious grace and comforts of it, Are most plentifully shed forth, 1 Pet. 4. 14. If you be reproached, that is,
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and endure it ▪ the Spirit of Glory, and of God, resteth upon you. The Spirit and influences of a Crucified Jesus, do never shine forth to such advantage, as in his Crucified Saints.
and endure it ▪ the Spirit of Glory, and of God, rests upon you. The Spirit and influences of a crucified jesus, do never shine forth to such advantage, as in his crucified Saints.
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Upon the patience of a Saint, under the sufferings of Christ, he that runs may read, this written, I serve a good Master.
Upon the patience of a Saint, under the sufferings of christ, he that runs may read, this written, I serve a good Master.
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Our patient suffering is our witness to Christ and his Gospel.
Our patient suffering is our witness to christ and his Gospel.
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Christian, when God sends thee to Calvary, he sends thee thither as a chosen vessel, that thou should'st there bear his Name before the World.
Christian, when God sends thee to Calvary, he sends thee thither as a chosen vessel, that thou Shouldst there bear his Name before the World.
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Art thou impatient at this? What canst thou not bear this honour thy God hath laid upon thee? Hath God chosen thee, thee amongst all they Brethren, to do him this honour,
Art thou impatient At this? What Canst thou not bear this honour thy God hath laid upon thee? Hath God chosen thee, thee among all they Brothers, to do him this honour,
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and wilt thou be angry, that he did not ra•her choose some other? 'Twas an unworthy Answer, of a good Man, M•ses, when God sent him to Egypt, to appear for him before Pharaoh, and to be the Deliverer of his People, Exod. 4. 13. Send, I pray thee, by the hand of him whom thou wilt send.
and wilt thou be angry, that he did not ra•her choose Some other? 'Twas an unworthy Answer, of a good Man, M•ses, when God sent him to Egypt, to appear for him before Pharaoh, and to be the Deliverer of his People, Exod 4. 13. Send, I pray thee, by the hand of him whom thou wilt send.
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Send whom thou wilt, any body but me.
Send whom thou wilt, any body but me.
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By our sinful shifting our selves of Trouble, or our Murmurings under them, we say the like;
By our sinful shifting our selves of Trouble, or our Murmurings under them, we say the like;
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Send whom thou wilt to witness for thee, but let me go free:
Send whom thou wilt to witness for thee, but let me go free:
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Let me have my ease, and my quiet, and my liberty, and take this honour, who will for me. Unworthy Spirits!
Let me have my ease, and my quiet, and my liberty, and take this honour, who will for me. Unworthy Spirits!
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Oh me thinks, Christians, we should rather step one before another;
O me thinks, Christians, we should rather step one before Another;
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and when our Lord demands, Who will go with me? Who will bear my Cross? Me thinks we should readily answer;
and when our Lord demands, Who will go with me? Who will bear my Cross? Me thinks we should readily answer;
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I will go; let me bear it Lord; and not grudge as we do, that he puts us to it.I will go; let me bear it Lord; and not grudge as we do, that he puts us to it.
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Our Impatience bears false witness against God, and his Gospel; what's the voice or the meaning of Impatience, less than this?
Our Impatience bears false witness against God, and his Gospel; what's the voice or the meaning of Impatience, less than this?
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Whatever is said in honour of the Gospel, what a blessedness, what an ineffable advantage 'tis, to all that heartily own it;
Whatever is said in honour of the Gospel, what a blessedness, what an ineffable advantage it's, to all that heartily own it;
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yet having prov'd it, I find it even as much as nothing, by that all the costs and charges of it are cast up:
yet having proved it, I find it even as much as nothing, by that all the costs and charges of it Are cast up:
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The Comforts of it will never ballance them; set one against any other, the bad against the good, the bitter against the sweet:
The Comforts of it will never balance them; Set one against any other, the bad against the good, the bitter against the sweet:
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Set one against another, and I have made but a bad Bargain, by becoming a Christian.
Set one against Another, and I have made but a bad Bargain, by becoming a Christian.
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This is the Voice of Impatience. Christian, Thou passest over thy Murmuring, as a light Evil;
This is the Voice of Impatience. Christian, Thou passest over thy Murmuring, as a Light Evil;
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as if thy pain might excuse they pettishness: As if it were, because 'tis so common, a very small thing:
as if thy pain might excuse they pettishness: As if it were, Because it's so Common, a very small thing:
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But is it nothing to bely God, to bear false Witness against his Gospel? Thy Repining at the Sufferings of Christ, is next to Repenting that ever thou wert a Christian.
But is it nothing to belly God, to bear false Witness against his Gospel? Thy Repining At the Sufferings of christ, is next to Repenting that ever thou Wertenberg a Christian.
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Brethren, Let us do the Lord this Right, by the patience of our Spirits, to confess before the World, That all the sufferings of this Life, are not worthy to be compared to the Glory that shall be revealed;
Brothers, Let us doe the Lord this Right, by the patience of our Spirits, to confess before the World, That all the sufferings of this Life, Are not worthy to be compared to the Glory that shall be revealed;
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And looking unto Jesus, the Author and Fi••sher of our Faith;And looking unto jesus, the Author and Fi••sher of our Faith;
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Let us learn of him, for the Joy that is set before us, to indure the Cross, and despise the Shame:
Let us Learn of him, for the Joy that is Set before us, to endure the Cross, and despise the Shame:
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That we may sit down at his, as he is set down at the Right Hand of the Throne of God. That we may fit down At his, as he is Set down At the Right Hand of the Throne of God.
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Secondly, Your patient suffering, will be God's Witness to your Adoption, Heb. 12. 7. If ye endure chastening, God dealeth with you as with Sons:
Secondly, Your patient suffering, will be God's Witness to your Adoption, Hebrew 12. 7. If you endure chastening, God deals with you as with Sons:
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The LORD doth not use to deal so with strangers.
The LORD does not use to deal so with Strangers.
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Afflictions are Gods Family Discipline. Yet mark, 'tis not, if the suffering alone will not prove our Son-ship, (the Rod is for the fools back,
Afflictions Are God's Family Discipline. Yet mark, it's not, if the suffering alone will not prove our Sonship, (the Rod is for the Fools back,
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as well as the childs;) but patient suffering will, for 1. Patient suffering is it self, an evidence of our adoption:
as well as the child's;) but patient suffering will, for 1. Patient suffering is it self, an evidence of our adoption:
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it is the mark of the Lord Jesus upon us.
it is the mark of the Lord jesus upon us.
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If thou hast both the same lot, and the same spirit, that was upon Christ, there's thy Lords mark upon thee, whereby he marks thee out for one of his own.
If thou hast both the same lot, and the same Spirit, that was upon christ, there's thy lords mark upon thee, whereby he marks thee out for one of his own.
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Men had need of other marks to prove them Christians, than what the Rod hath made on their backs;
Men had need of other marks to prove them Christians, than what the Rod hath made on their backs;
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'tis our quiet submitting to it, and that upon Gospel grounds, as hath been before shewed, that must do it,
it's our quiet submitting to it, and that upon Gospel grounds, as hath been before showed, that must do it,
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and this will be evidence enough. None but a Son will thus submit. 2. The suffering state of Christians, is ordinarily attended with other evidences.
and this will be evidence enough. None but a Son will thus submit. 2. The suffering state of Christians, is ordinarily attended with other evidences.
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Sufferings will set patience on work, and patience will set every other grace on work.
Sufferings will Set patience on work, and patience will Set every other grace on work.
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Whatsoever it be, that findes work for patience, will therein find work for faith, and love, and hope, and self-denyal.
Whatsoever it be, that finds work for patience, will therein find work for faith, and love, and hope, and self-denial.
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Christians never appear so much believers, so humble, so mortified, as under the Cross.
Christians never appear so much believers, so humble, so mortified, as under the Cross.
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If there be any faith, or love, or hope in the heart, 'twill appear in the day of adversity.
If there be any faith, or love, or hope in the heart, it'll appear in the day of adversity.
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If there be any fire under the ashes, throw on water, and then you shall hear it,
If there be any fire under the Ashes, throw on water, and then you shall hear it,
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when, it may be before, you could see none there.
when, it may be before, you could see none there.
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As Solomon sayes, folly, so we may say, wisdom, grace is bound up in the heart of a child,
As Solomon Says, folly, so we may say, Wisdom, grace is bound up in the heart of a child,
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but the rod of correction will fetch it out.
but the rod of correction will fetch it out.
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We seldom know, either how bad, or how good our hearts are, till they are thus proved;
We seldom know, either how bad, or how good our hearts Are, till they Are thus proved;
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This I did to prove thee, and to know what was in thine heart. This I did to prove thee, and to know what was in thine heart.
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Besides, this is the season, when ordinarily there are most plentiful illapses, and incoms from above.
Beside, this is the season, when ordinarily there Are most plentiful illapses, and incomes from above.
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God seldom sends such Tokens of his love, as to his Children in prison.
God seldom sends such Tokens of his love, as to his Children in prison.
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The light of his Countenance he often reserves for their darkest estate, he sets to his Seal,
The Light of his Countenance he often reserves for their Darkest estate, he sets to his Seal,
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when the Wax is on fire.
when the Wax is on fire.
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There have been Christians, that would never believe that they were such, till God hath told it them at the stake;
There have been Christians, that would never believe that they were such, till God hath told it them At the stake;
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the highest joyes, the fullest sence of everlasting kindness, have been most ordinarily the portion of Gods Martyrs.
the highest Joys, the Fullest sense of everlasting kindness, have been most ordinarily the portion of God's Martyrs.
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When Hell is let loose upon them, then Heaven is most open.
When Hell is let lose upon them, then Heaven is most open.
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Many Christians have met with such refreshings in their bonds, that their enlargement hath been their Prison.
Many Christians have met with such refreshings in their bonds, that their enlargement hath been their Prison.
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If this be so Christians, who would fear sufferings? who would not be patient? would it comfort you, to know that God is your Father? Be patient, and you shall know it.
If this be so Christians, who would Fear sufferings? who would not be patient? would it Comfort you, to know that God is your Father? Be patient, and you shall know it.
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What would you not bear, so you might be sure you are the Lords? It may be you have been held under doubt and fears,
What would you not bear, so you might be sure you Are the lords? It may be you have been held under doubt and fears,
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and sad uncertainties, hitherto all your dayes;
and sad uncertainties, hitherto all your days;
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you have gone about from duty to duty, from Ordinance to Ordinance, from Christian to Christian, enquiring,
you have gone about from duty to duty, from Ordinance to Ordinance, from Christian to Christian, inquiring,
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and mourning, and complaining, and crying out. Oh if I were sure that Christ were mine;
and mourning, and complaining, and crying out. O if I were sure that christ were mine;
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that my faith, and my love, and my hope, and my obedience were sound, and sincere, such as would prove my adoption, then I could be quiet:
that my faith, and my love, and my hope, and my Obedience were found, and sincere, such as would prove my adoption, then I could be quiet:
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Why, if ever GOD calls thee to Sufferings, follow him chearfully: He calls thee out, to prove to thee, that thou lov'st him:
Why, if ever GOD calls thee to Sufferings, follow him cheerfully: He calls thee out, to prove to thee, that thou Lovest him:
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Fear not to go up with him on the Cross, Assu•ance is a Fruit, that most ordinarily grows on that Tree.
fear not to go up with him on the Cross, Assu•ance is a Fruit, that most ordinarily grows on that Tree.
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Let hypocrites only fear sufferings, 'twill be sad indeed to them;
Let Hypocrites only Fear sufferings, it'll be sad indeed to them;
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there's many a self-deceiving Professor, that never suspected himself to be an hypocrite, till persecution made him an Apostate:
there's many a Self-deceiving Professor, that never suspected himself to be an hypocrite, till persecution made him an Apostate:
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that's a woful case, to have Sufferings come upon him for the Gospel's sake, only to tell him, That he hath no part in Christ nor his Gospel.
that's a woeful case, to have Sufferings come upon him for the Gospel's sake, only to tell him, That he hath no part in christ nor his Gospel.
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Let hypocrites be afraid and unquiet, but let Saints be patient. The same trialls which will prove them bastards, will prove you sons.
Let Hypocrites be afraid and unquiet, but let Saints be patient. The same trials which will prove them bastards, will prove you Sons.
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3. Your patient suffering is the cure of your Corruption. Sufferings are our medicine for corruption, and patience our cure:
3. Your patient suffering is the cure of your Corruption. Sufferings Are our medicine for corruption, and patience our cure:
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To what degree of patience a Christian hath attain'd; that degree of power hath he gotten over iniquity.
To what degree of patience a Christian hath attained; that degree of power hath he got over iniquity.
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Till lust be conquered, there's no patience:
Till lust be conquered, there's no patience:
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If there be but one unmortified corruption remaining, and an affliction comes and grates upon that, this will provoke; there's no bearing it.
If there be but one unmortified corruption remaining, and an affliction comes and grates upon that, this will provoke; there's no bearing it.
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Whence is impatience, but from this, for the most part, that we cannot bear any violence that's offered to lust? What is Patience,
Whence is impatience, but from this, for the most part, that we cannot bear any violence that's offered to lust? What is Patience,
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but this, that we can bear that pain, that Lust, when pinch'd, will put us to? quietly to suffer, our pride, our envy, our passion, our sensual appetities, to be cut short of what would gratifie them;
but this, that we can bear that pain, that Lust, when pinched, will put us to? quietly to suffer, our pride, our envy, our passion, our sensual appetites, to be Cut short of what would gratify them;
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and freely to leave them under that which comes to kill and crucifie them;
and freely to leave them under that which comes to kill and crucify them;
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to be able to want that fuell that feeds, and endure that water that doth quench these fires; This is Patience.
to be able to want that fuel that feeds, and endure that water that does quench these fires; This is Patience.
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When our Pride is strip'd of its ornaments, our appetites depriv'd of their delicates, our covetousness of its substance, our flesh of its •ase;
When our Pride is striped of its Ornament, our appetites deprived of their delicates, our covetousness of its substance, our Flesh of its •ase;
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and we either feel no smart, or can bear the smart of it, then we are Patient.
and we either feel no smart, or can bear the smart of it, then we Are Patient.
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And when we can thus leave our Corruptions, to whatever sufferings come upon them, without taking part with them in their sufferings; then lust is conquered.
And when we can thus leave our Corruptions, to whatever sufferings come upon them, without taking part with them in their sufferings; then lust is conquered.
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Lust no longer lives nor maintains its power and interest in us, than whilest, in all its afflictions, we are afflicted;
Lust no longer lives nor maintains its power and Interest in us, than whilst, in all its afflictions, we Are afflicted;
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when we feel its sufferings as our sufferings, its disappointments and dissatisfactions as our own, and fly out against whatsoever falls upon it, as if it fell upon our Souls.
when we feel its sufferings as our sufferings, its disappointments and dissatisfactions as our own, and fly out against whatsoever falls upon it, as if it fell upon our Souls.
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When we can say, 'tis my passion that suffers, but not I; 'tis my Covetousness that suffers, my Pride that suffers, but not I;
When we can say, it's my passion that suffers, but not I; it's my Covetousness that suffers, my Pride that suffers, but not I;
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and let them suffer (for me), let them be pinch'd, and pain'd, and starved, and die;
and let them suffer (for me), let them be pinched, and pained, and starved, and die;
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none of all this shall move me: nay, herein I do and I will rejoyce: There's patience. Patience is Lust conquered.
none of all this shall move me: nay, herein I do and I will rejoice: There's patience. Patience is Lust conquered.
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Christians, you complain of Corruption, you tell one another sad stories, what a Burden, what a bondage 'tis you are under,
Christians, you complain of Corruption, you tell one Another sad stories, what a Burden, what a bondage it's you Are under,
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whilest Lust hath such power in you; what Briars and Thornes, what plagues and stings they are in your hearts!
whilst Lust hath such power in you; what Briers and Thorns, what plagues and stings they Are in your hearts!
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You pray, and you mourn, and groan, and sigh in your selves, waiting for your redemption from this bondage and misery. Oh for an humble heart;
You pray, and you mourn, and groan, and sighs in your selves, waiting for your redemption from this bondage and misery. O for an humble heart;
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oh for a broken mortified spirit!
o for a broken mortified Spirit!
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oh this earthliness, this envy, this peevishness, this slothfulness• I am weary of my life because of these daughters of Heth. Wretched man that I am!
o this earthliness, this envy, this peevishness, this slothfulness• I am weary of my life Because of these daughters of Heth. Wretched man that I am!
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who shall deliver me from this body of death? Why, would you be delivered? Be patient under Afflictions;
who shall deliver me from this body of death? Why, would you be Delivered? Be patient under Afflictions;
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they are the Executioners sent from God to slay your Enemies, the M•dicines sent from you• Physician to cure your Diseases: Never quarrel with Affliction,
they Are the Executioners sent from God to slay your Enemies, the M•dicines sent from you• physician to cure your Diseases: Never quarrel with Affliction,
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unless you Resolve to be friend Corruption. W•at, will you be so foolish, as not to be patient of your Disease, nor your Remedy; either bear the Cross,
unless you Resolve to be friend Corruption. W•at, will you be so foolish, as not to be patient of your Disease, nor your Remedy; either bear the Cross,
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or else never make your selves believe, but you can bear your sins well enough? Whatever your Complaints are, 'tis a sign they come not very deep;
or Else never make your selves believe, but you can bear your Sins well enough? Whatever your Complaints Are, it's a Signen they come not very deep;
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'Tis an Argument, that sinne sits light, where the cross lies so unsupportably heavy.
It's an Argument, that sin sits Light, where the cross lies so unsupportably heavy.
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4. Your patient suffering, will be your Triumph over Temptation: A patient Christian is a Conquerour over all the World ▪ By this alone ▪ naked Job overcame the Devil:
4. Your patient suffering, will be your Triumph over Temptation: A patient Christian is a Conqueror over all the World ▪ By this alone ▪ naked Job overcame the devil:
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When Sathan and his Instruments have persecuted you into patience, they have therein brought their Neck• under you• Feet.
When Sathan and his Instruments have persecuted you into patience, they have therein brought their Neck• under you• Feet.
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This Brazen Wall will make their short recoil on their own heads and hearts: Your Patience will be a Shield to yours, and a Sword in your Enemies Souls.
This Brazen Wall will make their short recoil on their own Heads and hearts: Your Patience will be a Shield to yours, and a Sword in your Enemies Souls.
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Be patient, and you have won the field, and gotten the day.
Be patient, and you have wone the field, and got the day.
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They will have no hope to drive you to sin ▪ where they see you can suffer.
They will have no hope to drive you to since ▪ where they see you can suffer.
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This was Job 's Triumph, and shall be yours; In all this Job sinned not, nor charged God foolishly.
This was Job is Triumph, and shall be yours; In all this Job sinned not, nor charged God foolishly.
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You may now make your boast in the words of the Apostle, Rom. 8. 35. Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall Tribulation,
You may now make your boast in the words of the Apostle, Rom. 8. 35. Who shall separate us from the love of christ? Shall Tribulation,
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or Distress, or Persecution, or Famine, or Na•edness, or Perill, or Sword? In all these things, we are more than Conquerours through him that loved us. or Distress, or Persecution, or Famine, or Na•edness, or Peril, or Sword? In all these things, we Are more than Conquerors through him that loved us.
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5. Your patient suffering, will be the improvement of your Sanctification, Heb. 12. 9, 10. We have had Fathers of our flesh, which corrected us, and we gave them Reverence:
5. Your patient suffering, will be the improvement of your Sanctification, Hebrew 12. 9, 10. We have had Father's of our Flesh, which corrected us, and we gave them reverence:
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Shall we not much rather be in subjection to the Father of Spirits and live? For they verily,
Shall we not much rather be in subjection to the Father of Spirits and live? For they verily,
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for a few days, chasten'd us after their pleasure; but he, for our profit, that we might be partakers of his Holiness. for a few days, chastened us After their pleasure; but he, for our profit, that we might be partakers of his Holiness.
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The Fathers of our flesh correct us, and so doth the Father of Spirits; they, at their pleasure; he, for our profit.
The Father's of our Flesh correct us, and so does the Father of Spirits; they, At their pleasure; he, for our profit.
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You'l say, it may be, for what profit? What profit is there in our Blood? in our Bonds, in our Poverty? Why, there is this profit;
You'll say, it may be, for what profit? What profit is there in our Blood? in our Bonds, in our Poverty? Why, there is this profit;
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we are hereby made partakers of his Holiness. There's seldom any towardliness in a Child, till it be whipt into him.
we Are hereby made partakers of his Holiness. There's seldom any towardliness in a Child, till it be whipped into him.
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God's School of Affliction, is a Nursery for Heaven: Were it not for his House of Correction, Sion would quickly become as Sodom. Seldom does any come out thence,
God's School of Affliction, is a Nursery for Heaven: Were it not for his House of Correction, Sion would quickly become as Sodom. Seldom does any come out thence,
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but their Complexion shews where they have been.
but their Complexion shows where they have been.
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'Tis with them that feel the Hand of the Lord, as 'twas with him that saw his Face; his Face did shine;
It's with them that feel the Hand of the Lord, as 'twas with him that saw his Face; his Face did shine;
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his very spitting in their Faces; doth wash them the cleaner.
his very spitting in their Faces; does wash them the cleaner.
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Of all Saints, there are none raised so high towards the Third Heaven, as those that have been in the Deep:
Of all Saints, there Are none raised so high towards the Third Heaven, as those that have been in the Deep:
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No Providences give such a lift to the Soul, as those that most humble.
No Providences give such a lift to the Soul, as those that most humble.
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Christians, What ever pains you travail under, believe it, the Births may be such, as will make you forget your Sorrow.
Christians, What ever pains you travail under, believe it, the Births may be such, as will make you forget your Sorrow.
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I have heard of an Holy Woman, who used to compare her Afflictions to her Children;
I have herd of an Holy Woman, who used to compare her Afflictions to her Children;
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They both put her to great pain in the bearing; but as she knew not which of her Children to be without, notwithstanding her.
They both put her to great pain in the bearing; but as she knew not which of her Children to be without, notwithstanding her.
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Trouble in the bringing forth, so neither which of her Afflictions she could have wanted, notwithstand the Sorrow they put her to in the bearing, Heb. 12. 11. No chastning for the present is joyous, but grievous;
Trouble in the bringing forth, so neither which of her Afflictions she could have wanted, notwithstand the Sorrow they put her to in the bearing, Hebrew 12. 11. No chastening for the present is joyous, but grievous;
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but afterwards it yieldeth the peaceable Fruit of Righteousness, to them that are exercised thereby. but afterwards it yieldeth the peaceable Fruit of Righteousness, to them that Are exercised thereby.
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Oh when you see the Fruit, where then will your Sorrow be? Joh. 16. 21. A Woman when she is in Travail hath Sorrow, because her hour is come;O when you see the Fruit, where then will your Sorrow be? John 16. 21. A Woman when she is in Travail hath Sorrow, Because her hour is come;
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bue as soon as she is deliver'd of the Child, she remembreth no more the anguish,
bue as soon as she is Delivered of the Child, she Remember no more the anguish,
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for joy that a Man-child is born into the World.
for joy that a Manchild is born into the World.
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If the Joy of the Birth will make you forget, why should not the hope of the Birth make you to bear the pain?
If the Joy of the Birth will make you forget, why should not the hope of the Birth make you to bear the pain?
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Beloved, Would you bring forth Fruit unto God, and will you not bear the Plough and the Harrow? Will you expect an Harvest,
beloved, Would you bring forth Fruit unto God, and will you not bear the Plough and the Harrow? Will you expect an Harvest,
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and yet must God let you lye Fallow, and still sow among Thorns? Let me ask you, and answer deliberately:
and yet must God let you lie Fallow, and still sow among Thorns? Let me ask you, and answer deliberately:
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Would you be more holy than you are, more fruitful than you are, or would you not? If you would not, you are no Christian; Si dixeris sufficit, defecisti:
Would you be more holy than you Are, more fruitful than you Are, or would you not? If you would not, you Are no Christian; Si Dixers sufficit, defecisti:
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If you would, is that Desire conditional? You would increase, so it co•• you not overmuch labour and pain;
If you would, is that Desire conditional? You would increase, so it co•• you not overmuch labour and pain;
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That desire comes to just so much, as no desire at all:
That desire comes to just so much, as no desire At all:
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Or is your desire of an increase, absolute? Would you be more holy, whatever it cost you:
Or is your desire of an increase, absolute? Would you be more holy, whatever it cost you:
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Do you so prize, and love an holy, and fruitful life, that you are heartily content, that God should take his own course with you, should take any course that's needful, to bring you on to it? Can you freely say, Oh Lord, I am weary of this Tri•ling, I am weary of this dead and barren life;
Do you so prize, and love an holy, and fruitful life, that you Are heartily content, that God should take his own course with you, should take any course that's needful, to bring you on to it? Can you freely say, O Lord, I am weary of this Tri•ling, I am weary of this dead and barren life;
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Lord quicken me, Lord inlarge me, Lord perfect thy work, and fulfill in me all thy good pleasure of thy ▪ Will:
Lord quicken me, Lord enlarge me, Lord perfect thy work, and fulfil in me all thy good pleasure of thy ▪ Will:
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So thou wilt but hear me in this thing, I freely put it into thy hand, to take thine own way, and use thine own means.
So thou wilt but hear me in this thing, I freely put it into thy hand, to take thine own Way, and use thine own means.
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Use the Word, or the Rod.
Use the Word, or the Rod.
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Command me, or chastise me, spare not this flesh for all its crying, strip me of what thou wilt, inflict on me what thon wilt, throw me whither thou pleasest, let me not want the most bitter Pill that's needful, any thing, any thing Lord;
Command me, or chastise me, spare not this Flesh for all its crying, strip me of what thou wilt, inflict on me what thon wilt, throw me whither thou pleasest, let me not want the most bitter Pill that's needful, any thing, any thing Lord;
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I hope I can be poor, if thou wilt have me so; I can be in pain, in disgrace, if thou wilt have me:
I hope I can be poor, if thou wilt have me so; I can be in pain, in disgrace, if thou wilt have me:
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But I cannot be unholy, I cannot bear it to be such a starveling in the sta•e of my Soul. Lord,
But I cannot be unholy, I cannot bear it to be such a starveling in the sta•e of my Soul. Lord,
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for more holiness, Lord for more life, and care, and zeal, and fruit, let me have it, upon what terms thou pleasest; onely let me have it.
for more holiness, Lord for more life, and care, and zeal, and fruit, let me have it, upon what terms thou pleasest; only let me have it.
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Can you say thus to the Lord? I hope you can;
Can you say thus to the Lord? I hope you can;
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what, and yet be displeased, if he take you at your word? can you pray thus,
what, and yet be displeased, if he take you At your word? can you pray thus,
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and yet repine and murmur that the Lord hears your Prayers? Christian, when the Lord comes to deal roughly with thee, entertain his chastisements, whatever they be, with this thought.
and yet repine and murmur that the Lord hears your Prayers? Christian, when the Lord comes to deal roughly with thee, entertain his chastisements, whatever they be, with this Thought.
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Now the Lord is about to give me my hearts desire; now is my day of hope.
Now the Lord is about to give me my hearts desire; now is my day of hope.
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This distress, this sorrow and anguish, the Lord hath brought upon me, may be come to perform that work which I have long'd to see:
This distress, this sorrow and anguish, the Lord hath brought upon me, may be come to perform that work which I have longed to see:
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What the Word hath been so long a doing, and yet is not done. What Sacraments, Prayers, Mercies, have been so long a doing, and yet is not done.
What the Word hath been so long a doing, and yet is not done. What Sacraments, Prayers, mercies, have been so long a doing, and yet is not done.
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Now is the time, this may be the means to bring it about. This bitter Cup hath health in the bottom;
Now is the time, this may be the means to bring it about. This bitter Cup hath health in the bottom;
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this Plough, and these deep furrows it makes, look towards an Harvest. The work is doing that I have been so long a begging.
this Plough, and these deep furrows it makes, look towards an Harvest. The work is doing that I have been so long a begging.
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This froward, this senseless, this sloathful, this earthly, barren heart, which I feel to day, I hope now, in a little time, I shall be rid of for ever.
This froward, this senseless, this slothful, this earthly, barren heart, which I feel to day, I hope now, in a little time, I shall be rid of for ever.
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If this be the meaning of my troubles, I hope it is, I will wait, I will wait for this fruit,
If this be the meaning of my Troubles, I hope it is, I will wait, I will wait for this fruit,
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and if this be the fruit, oh welcome, welcome this blessed Providence. 6. Your patient suffering shall be the advance of your glory.
and if this be the fruit, o welcome, welcome this blessed Providence. 6. Your patient suffering shall be the advance of your glory.
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Remember what I have told you already, Your suffering shall go into your reward; according to your deep poverty, so shall your riches be:
remember what I have told you already, Your suffering shall go into your reward; according to your deep poverty, so shall your riches be:
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As 'twas said concerning Babylon, Rev. 18. 7. How much she hath glorified her self, and lived deliciously, so much sorrow and torment give her.
As 'twas said Concerning Babylon, Rev. 18. 7. How much she hath glorified her self, and lived deliciously, so much sorrow and torment give her.
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So shall it be said concerning you;
So shall it be said Concerning you;
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How much they have been abased, and afflicted for me, so much Joy and Glory give them.
How much they have been abased, and afflicted for me, so much Joy and Glory give them.
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As sure as the persecutings of the ungodly shall meet them in hell; so certainly shall the Perfecutions of the Righteous, meet them before the Throne of God.
As sure as the persecutings of the ungodly shall meet them in hell; so Certainly shall the Persecutions of the Righteous, meet them before the Throne of God.
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This shall be written on their everlasting Crowns, Here is the Patience of the Saints.
This shall be written on their everlasting Crowns, Here is the Patience of the Saints.
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By this time you see Christians, that a suffering state is not so formidable, nor patience under it so impossible,
By this time you see Christians, that a suffering state is not so formidable, nor patience under it so impossible,
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nor your impatience so excusable, as your hearts are apt to tell you. Suffering you cannot avoid, but you may abide them;
nor your impatience so excusable, as your hearts Are apt to tell you. Suffering you cannot avoid, but you may abide them;
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your carnal hearts will cry out, I can't endure, and therefore whatever shift I make, I must avoid them.
your carnal hearts will cry out, I can't endure, and Therefore whatever shift I make, I must avoid them.
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The Gos•el tells you, You may endure; but (if you will be Christians) you can't avoid them.
The Gos•el tells you, You may endure; but (if you will be Christians) you can't avoid them.
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All that will live godly in Christ Jesus, must suffer persecution. Well, since it's thus, Gird up the loins of your Minds, and follow your Lord.All that will live godly in christ jesus, must suffer persecution. Well, since it's thus, Gird up the loins of your Minds, and follow your Lord.
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Consider him that endured such contradictions of Sinners, and be not weary, nor faint in your Minds:
Consider him that endured such contradictions of Sinners, and be not weary, nor faint in your Minds:
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The Captain of your Salvation was made perfect through sufferings; and (if ye will be patient) so shall you his followers.
The Captain of your Salvation was made perfect through sufferings; and (if you will be patient) so shall you his followers.
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Turn to your strong hold, ye Prisoners of hope; Prove to the World that your Faith is no fancy,
Turn to your strong hold, you Prisoners of hope; Prove to the World that your Faith is no fancy,
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nor ▪ your Rock a refuge of lies; that your profession o• holiness is not a meer talk, or vapour.
nor ▪ your Rock a refuge of lies; that your profession o• holiness is not a mere talk, or vapour.
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Fear not to bear yours, and thankfully accept your Lords Testimony;
fear not to bear yours, and thankfully accept your lords Testimony;
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when the Lord hath fulfilled his sad Predictions, let your faith and patience seal to the fulfilling his Promises.
when the Lord hath fulfilled his sad Predictions, let your faith and patience seal to the fulfilling his Promises.
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When•ver the hand of the Lord touches to the quick, and you feel in earnest, that 'tis hot service to be a Christian;
When•ver the hand of the Lord touches to the quick, and you feel in earnest, that it's hight service to be a Christian;
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when your flesh begins to fly in your face, and cryes out against your Soul, either as Zipporah against Moses, • bloody Husband hast thou been to me;
when your Flesh begins to fly in your face, and cries out against your Soul, either as Zipporah against Moses, • bloody Husband hast thou been to me;
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or as Job's Wife to him, Curse God and die, chide it into silence; Thou speakest as one of the foolish Women speaketh.
or as Job's Wife to him, Curse God and die, chide it into silence; Thou Speakest as one of the foolish Women speaks.
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If it will still kick, and fling, and groan out to thee, doest thou still retain thy integrity? hearken not to it; leave it to groan alone;
If it will still kick, and fling, and groan out to thee, dost thou still retain thy integrity? harken not to it; leave it to groan alone;
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as thy flesh hath left thy Soul to groan alone under sin; so let thy Soul leave thy flesh to groan alone, under affliction.
as thy Flesh hath left thy Soul to groan alone under since; so let thy Soul leave thy Flesh to groan alone, under affliction.
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While thy Soul is quiet, there's the glory of patience, though extremity of torment make thy flesh to roar;
While thy Soul is quiet, there's the glory of patience, though extremity of torment make thy Flesh to roar;
n1 po21 n1 vbz j-jn, pc-acp|vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cs n1 pp-f n1 vvi po21 n1 pc-acp vvi;
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nay the more the flesh roars, and the Soul yet keeps silence, the more patience.
nay the more the Flesh roars, and the Soul yet keeps silence, the more patience.
uh-x dt av-dc dt n1 vvz, cc dt n1 av vvz n1, dt av-dc n1.
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If your fears affright you, and prophecy to you before hand, oh I shall never be patient;
If your fears affright you, and prophecy to you before hand, o I shall never be patient;
cs po22 n2 vvb pn22, cc n1 p-acp pn22 p-acp n1, uh pns11 vmb av-x vbi j;
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if the foresight be so dreadful, what will the encounter be? yet be not discouraged.
if the foresight be so dreadful, what will the encounter be? yet be not discouraged.
cs dt n1 vbb av j, q-crq vmb dt n1 vbi? av vbb xx vvn.
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You say you could be content to suffer, if you were sure you could be patient;
You say you could be content to suffer, if you were sure you could be patient;
pn22 vvb pn22 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi, cs pn22 vbdr j pn22 vmd vbi j;
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1703
that is, you would venture into the water, if you had first learn'd to swim; why when you are in, then you will learn, and not before.
that is, you would venture into the water, if you had First learned to swim; why when you Are in, then you will Learn, and not before.
d vbz, pn22 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1, cs pn22 vhd ord vvn pc-acp vvi; c-crq c-crq pn22 vbr p-acp, cs pn22 vmb vvi, cc xx a-acp.
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1704
Tribulation worketh patience, where it findeth none; when you are in the fight, you'l find your Weapons;
Tribulation works patience, where it finds none; when you Are in the fight, You'll find your Weapons;
n1 vvz n1, c-crq pn31 vvz pix; c-crq pn22 vbr p-acp dt n1, pn22|vmb vvi po22 n2;
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1705
your very sufferings will learn you to bear.
your very sufferings will Learn you to bear.
po22 j n2 vmb vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi.
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1706
'Tis the flesh that flings, and frets, but by that it hath been tamed in the house of affliction, it will be quieter.
It's the Flesh that flings, and frets, but by that it hath been tamed in the house of affliction, it will be quieter.
pn31|vbz dt n1 cst vvz, cc vvz, cc-acp p-acp cst pn31 vhz vbn vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vmb vbi jc-jn.
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1707
Be jealous of your selves while you will; let not fore-hand presumption, hinder fore-hand prep•ration. But whilest you suspect your selves, distruct not your God;
Be jealous of your selves while you will; let not forehand presumption, hinder forehand prep•ration. But whilst you suspect your selves, distruct not your God;
vbb j pp-f po22 n2 cs pn22 vmb; vvb xx n1 n1, vvb n1 n1. p-acp cs pn22 vvb po22 n2, vvb xx po22 n1;
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1708
follow the Cloud of Witnesses, and lean on the Rock of Ages;
follow the Cloud of Witnesses, and lean on the Rock of Ages;
vvb dt n1 pp-f n2, cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2;
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and when you are put hardest to it, let your Soul take Sanctuary here, When my flesh and my heart faileth me, God is the strength of mine heart, and my portion for ever.
and when you Are put Hardest to it, let your Soul take Sanctuary Here, When my Flesh and my heart Faileth me, God is the strength of mine heart, and my portion for ever.
cc c-crq pn22 vbr vvn js p-acp pn31, vvb po22 n1 vvb n1 av, c-crq po11 n1 cc po11 n1 vvz pno11, np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, cc po11 n1 c-acp av.
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1710
Lastly, As that wherein I shall take in most of these former particulars.
Lastly, As that wherein I shall take in most of these former particulars.
ord, c-acp cst c-crq pns11 vmb vvi p-acp ds pp-f d j n2-j.
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Let your lives answer that Spirit of holiness which the Gospel hath powred forth upon you;
Let your lives answer that Spirit of holiness which the Gospel hath poured forth upon you;
vvb po22 n2 vvb cst n1 pp-f n1 r-crq dt n1 vhz vvn av p-acp pn22;
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1712
Let your lives be gracious and holy lives. Particularly, 1. Let the grace of the Gospel be visible, and conspicuous in your lives;
Let your lives be gracious and holy lives. Particularly, 1. Let the grace of the Gospel be visible, and conspicuous in your lives;
vvb po22 n2 vbb j cc j n2. av-jn, crd vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbb j, cc j p-acp po22 n2;
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shew forth the vertues ▪ of him that hath called you out of darkness, into his marvellous light;
show forth the Virtues ▪ of him that hath called you out of darkness, into his marvellous Light;
vvb av dt ng1 ▪ pp-f pno31 cst vhz vvn pn22 av pp-f n1, p-acp po31 j n1;
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Let your lives be the Image of that holy Doctrine, or the holding forth of that word of life, which you have received.
Let your lives be the Image of that holy Doctrine, or the holding forth of that word of life, which you have received.
vvb po22 n2 vbb dt n1 pp-f cst j n1, cc dt vvg av pp-f d n1 pp-f n1, r-crq pn22 vhb vvn.
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1715
Admire that grace of God, which hath appeared to you; and let his Grace appear, and be admired in you;
Admire that grace of God, which hath appeared to you; and let his Grace appear, and be admired in you;
np1 cst n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vhz vvn p-acp pn22; cc vvb po31 n1 vvi, cc vbi vvn p-acp pn22;
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let Grace appear in you, in its Purity, Power.
let Grace appear in you, in its Purity, Power.
vvb n1 vvi p-acp pn22, p-acp po31 n1, n1.
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1. In its Purity, represent your God, and your Christ, and your Religion, in its holiness, to the World.
1. In its Purity, represent your God, and your christ, and your Religion, in its holiness, to the World.
crd p-acp po31 n1, vvi po22 n1, cc po22 np1, cc po22 n1, p-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt n1.
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1718
Teach the World to love, or at least, to reverence holiness, by letting them see it before their eyes.
Teach the World to love, or At least, to Reverence holiness, by letting them see it before their eyes.
vvb dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cc p-acp ds, p-acp n1 n1, p-acp vvg pno32 vvi pn31 p-acp po32 n2.
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Holiness hath such a glory in it, that it will command respect and reverence, when it is clearly seen. Let your paths be pure;
Holiness hath such a glory in it, that it will command respect and Reverence, when it is clearly seen. Let your paths be pure;
n1 vhz d dt n1 p-acp pn31, cst pn31 vmb vvi n1 cc n1, c-crq pn31 vbz av-j vvn. vvb po22 n2 vbb j;
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as God hath separated you, so separate your selves from the lusts of men, to the Law of your God.
as God hath separated you, so separate your selves from the Lustiest of men, to the Law of your God.
c-acp np1 vhz vvn pn22, av vvb po22 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n1.
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1721
Keep your selves upright in thee sight of God;
Keep your selves upright in thee sighed of God;
n1 po22 n2 av-j p-acp pno21 n1 pp-f np1;
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keep your selves unspotted of the World; if they will be spotting of you, let it be onely with your beauty spots;
keep your selves unspotted of the World; if they will be spotting of you, let it be only with your beauty spots;
vvb po22 n2 j pp-f dt n1; cs pns32 vmb vbi vvg pp-f pn22, vvb pn31 vbi av-j p-acp po22 n1 n2;
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1723
your Wisdom, Truth, Holiness, Mercy, Meekness, Patience; the Excellencies, and Vertues of your god appearing upon you.
your Wisdom, Truth, Holiness, Mercy, Meekness, Patience; the Excellencies, and Virtues of your god appearing upon you.
po22 n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, n1; dt n2, cc n2 pp-f po22 n1 vvg p-acp pn22.
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1724
Let this, that you are too pure, too precise, too tender, too watchful, too fearful of sin, too zealous against sin, be all they have to charge you with.
Let this, that you Are too pure, too precise, too tender, too watchful, too fearful of since, too zealous against since, be all they have to charge you with.
vvb d, cst pn22 vbr av j, av j, av j, av j, av j pp-f n1, av j p-acp n1, vbb d pns32 vhb pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp.
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Keep thee from thine own Iniquities; say not so much as this, I am my beloveds, and my beloved must be mine.
Keep thee from thine own Iniquities; say not so much as this, I am my beloveds, and my Beloved must be mine.
vvb pno21 p-acp po21 d n2; vvb xx av av-d c-acp d, pns11 vbm po11 ng1-vvn, cc po11 j-vvn vmb vbi png11.
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1726
Kick out thy Dalilahs. Thou must part with thy darling, or thy God;
Kick out thy Delilahs. Thou must part with thy darling, or thy God;
vvb av po21 n2. pns21 vmb vvi p-acp po21 n-jn, cc po21 n1;
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1727
Let there be no secret league, let there be no peace, betwixt thy Soul and any Iniquity;
Let there be no secret league, let there be no peace, betwixt thy Soul and any Iniquity;
vvb pc-acp vbi dx j-jn n1, vvb pc-acp vbi dx n1, p-acp po21 n1 cc d n1;
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1728
to which thou mayst either steal out, to delight thee, or turn in to hide thee;
to which thou Mayest either steal out, to delight thee, or turn in to hide thee;
p-acp r-crq pns21 vm2 av-d vvi av, pc-acp vvi pno21, cc vvi p-acp pc-acp vvi pno21;
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1729
let no iniquity be thy leisure or protection;
let no iniquity be thy leisure or protection;
vvb dx n1 vbb po21 n1 cc n1;
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1730
if when thou art pursued by a persecuter, any sin, as Jacl to Sisera, should call to thee, turn in hither, and thou mayst escape, remember the nail, and the hammer;
if when thou art pursued by a Persecutor, any since, as Jackal to Sisera, should call to thee, turn in hither, and thou Mayest escape, Remember the nail, and the hammer;
cs c-crq pns21 vb2r vvn p-acp dt n1, d n1, c-acp np1 p-acp np1, vmd vvi p-acp pno21, vvb p-acp av, cc pns21 vm2 vvi, vvb dt n1, cc dt n1;
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let no iniquity find a corner in thee to lodge in quiet, that thou mayst not think to find a corner with it, where thou mayst lodg in safety;
let no iniquity find a corner in thee to lodge in quiet, that thou Mayest not think to find a corner with it, where thou Mayest lodge in safety;
vvb dx n1 vvi dt n1 p-acp pno21 pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn, cst pns21 vm2 xx vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pn31, c-crq pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp n1;
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say to all thy sinful delights, and sinful hopes, get you gone, I will neither love you, nor trust you;
say to all thy sinful delights, and sinful hope's, get you gone, I will neither love you, nor trust you;
vvb p-acp d po21 j n2, cc j n2, vvb pn22 vvn, pns11 vmb av-dx vvi pn22, ccx vvb pn22;
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1733
however thy sin may please thee, whatever it may promise thee, be sure thou wilt find it a sting in thy Soul,
however thy since may please thee, whatever it may promise thee, be sure thou wilt find it a sting in thy Soul,
c-acp po21 n1 vmb vvi pno21, r-crq pn31 vmb vvi pno21, vbb j pns21 vm2 vvi pn31 dt n1 p-acp po21 n1,
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1734
and a stain upon thy glory.
and a stain upon thy glory.
cc dt n1 p-acp po21 n1.
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1735
Keep your selves from the sins of others, beware of the Leaven, of the proud Pharisee, of the formal and vain-glorious Scribe, of the extorting Publican, of the debauched Prodigal, the ambitious Diotre•hes, the vir•lent Tertullus, the backsliding Demas; beware of all Epidemical Leaven, the sickness of the Times you may live in:
Keep your selves from the Sins of Others, beware of the Leaven, of the proud Pharisee, of the formal and vainglorious Scribe, of the extorting Publican, of the debauched Prodigal, the ambitious Diotre•hes, the vir•lent Tertullus, the backsliding Demas; beware of all Epidemical Leaven, the sickness of the Times you may live in:
vvb po22 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2-jn, vvb pp-f dt n1, pp-f dt j np1, pp-f dt j cc j vvi, pp-f dt n-vvg n1, pp-f dt j-vvn j-jn, dt j n2, dt j np1, dt j-vvg np1; vvb pp-f d j n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pn22 vmb vvi p-acp:
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1736
Take heed lest you be dtawn away with the Errours of the Wicked, and so swimming down the Stream, you fall from your own stedfastness:
Take heed lest you be dtawn away with the Errors of the Wicked, and so swimming down the Stream, you fallen from your own steadfastness:
vvb n1 cs pn22 vbb vvn av p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j, cc av vvg a-acp dt n1, pn22 vvb p-acp po22 d n1:
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1737
Let sinners come up to you, go not you down to them.
Let Sinners come up to you, go not you down to them.
vvb n2 vvb a-acp p-acp pn22, vvb xx pn22 a-acp p-acp pno32.
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1738
Let them never say of any of you, The Man is become as one of us;
Let them never say of any of you, The Man is become as one of us;
vvb pno32 av-x vvi pp-f d pp-f pn22, dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp crd pp-f pno12;
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1739
our spot is become the spot of his Children. our spot is become the spot of his Children.
po12 n1 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f po31 n2.
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1740
Let your Lives be a rebuke to the ungodly World, whil'st you live as the Children of GOD, without rebuke in the midst of the World.
Let your Lives be a rebuke to the ungodly World, whilst you live as the Children of GOD, without rebuke in the midst of the World.
vvb po22 n2 vbb dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, cs pn22 vvb c-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
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1741
2. In its Power; Let the power of Grace be seen, in its preserving its self, in its Being,
2. In its Power; Let the power of Grace be seen, in its preserving its self, in its Being,
crd p-acp po31 n1; vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 vbb vvn, p-acp po31 vvg po31 n1, p-acp po31 vbg,
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1742
and vigorous Exercise, against all the Powers of Hell:
and vigorous Exercise, against all the Powers of Hell:
cc j n1, p-acp d dt n2 pp-f n1:
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1743
The st•ength of a Man is seen in this, that he can bear Wind and Weather;
The st•ength of a Man is seen in this, that he can bear Wind and Weather;
dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp d, cst pns31 vmb vvi n1 cc n1;
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1744
can live any where, without impairing his Heal•h:
can live any where, without impairing his Heal•h:
vmb vvi d c-crq, p-acp vvg po31 n1:
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1745
The strength and mettal of a Sword is seen in this, that Iron will not turn its edge:
The strength and metal of a Sword is seen in this, that Iron will not turn its edge:
dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp d, cst n1 vmb xx vvi po31 n1:
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1746
True Grace is such a Plant, that all the Weeds of the Field, and Thorns of the Forrest, are not able to choke:
True Grace is such a Plant, that all the Weeds of the Field, and Thorns of the Forest, Are not able to choke:
j n1 vbz d dt n1, cst d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc n2 pp-f dt n1, vbr xx j pc-acp vvi:
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1747
That will indure not onely the Summers Heat, but the Winters Frosts.
That will endure not only the Summer's Heat, but the Winter's Frosts.
cst vmb vvi xx av-j dt ng1 n1, cc-acp dt ng1 n2.
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1748
Christians, prove your Gr•ce to be a right Plant, the right Seed, the Seed of God;
Christians, prove your Gr•ce to be a right Plant, the right Seed, the Seed of God;
np1, vvb po22 n1 pc-acp vbi dt j-jn n1, dt j-jn n1, dt n1 pp-f np1;
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1749
let it bear up against all the World ▪ Let not the Winds of Persecution put out your Light;
let it bear up against all the World ▪ Let not the Winds of Persecution put out your Light;
vvb pn31 vvi a-acp p-acp d dt n1 ▪ vvb xx dt n2 pp-f n1 vvd av po22 n1;
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1750
nor the Waters cast out of the Serpents Mou•h ▪ quench your Love, nor so much as cool your Zeal;
nor the Waters cast out of the Serpents Mou•h ▪ quench your Love, nor so much as cool your Zeal;
ccx dt n2 vvd av pp-f dt n2 av ▪ vvi po22 n1, ccx av av-d c-acp vvi po22 n1;
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1751
especially take heed, that the D•agon's Tail do not draw you down amongst the Falling Stars. You know what a World you live in;
especially take heed, that the D•agon's Tail do not draw you down among the Falling Stars. You know what a World you live in;
av-j vvb n1, cst dt ng1 n1 vdb xx vvi pn22 a-acp p-acp dt vvg n2. pn22 vvb r-crq dt n1 pn22 vvb p-acp;
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1752
You know the old Quarrel, betwixt the Seed of the Woman, and the Serpent, both what it is,
You know the old Quarrel, betwixt the Seed of the Woman, and the Serpent, both what it is,
pn22 vvb dt j vvb, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1, d q-crq pn31 vbz,
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1753
and that it hath been kept on foot, through all Ages, to this day.
and that it hath been kept on foot, through all Ages, to this day.
cc cst pn31 vhz vbn vvn p-acp n1, p-acp d n2, p-acp d n1.
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1754
You know the [ White ] at which Sathan, and all his Archers, have been so long Levelling, and so ho•ly discharging;
You know the [ White ] At which Sathan, and all his Archers, have been so long Levelling, and so ho•ly discharging;
pn22 vvb dt [ j-jn ] p-acp r-crq np1, cc d po31 n2, vhb vbn av av-j vvg, cc av av-j vvg;
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1755
The White Stone in your Breasts, the White Robe on your Backs:
The White Stone in your Breasts, the White Robe on your Backs:
dt j-jn n1 p-acp po22 n2, dt j-jn n1 p-acp po22 n2:
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1756
A good Conscience, and a Holy Life, are the Mark, upon which all the Fury of Earth and Hell is spent.
A good Conscience, and a Holy Life, Are the Mark, upon which all the Fury of Earth and Hell is spent.
dt j n1, cc dt j n1, vbr dt n1, p-acp r-crq d dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vbz vvn.
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1757
Oh now prove your Grace to be Grace, by its preserving it self against all this Violence.
O now prove your Grace to be Grace, by its preserving it self against all this Violence.
uh av vvb po22 n1 pc-acp vbi n1, p-acp po31 n-vvg pn31 n1 p-acp d d n1.
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1758
Let the Devil see you will be Holy, whether he wil or no: Let the evilworld see, you wily be godly, do what they can;
Let the devil see you will be Holy, whither he will or no: Let the evilworld see, you wily be godly, do what they can;
vvb dt n1 vvb pn22 vmb vbi j, cs pns31 vmb cc dx: vvb dt n1 vvb, pn22 j vbb j, vdb r-crq pns32 vmb;
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1759
though they may make you poor, and destitute, and naked, yet let them despair of ever making you ungodly:
though they may make you poor, and destitute, and naked, yet let them despair of ever making you ungodly:
cs pns32 vmb vvi pn22 j, cc j, cc j, av vvb pno32 vvi pp-f av vvg pn22 j:
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1760
Let G•ace hereby appear to be Grace, and the mighty power of God in you: Which that it may do,
Let G•ace hereby appear to be Grace, and the mighty power of God in you: Which that it may do,
vvb n1 av vvi pc-acp vbi n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn22: r-crq d pn31 vmb vdi,
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1761
2. Let Grace ripen towards Glory; let not the scorching Sun wither your Blossoms, but ripen your F•uit.
2. Let Grace ripen towards Glory; let not the scorching Sun wither your Blossoms, but ripen your F•uit.
crd vvb n1 vvi p-acp n1; vvb xx dt j-vvg n1 vvb po22 n2, cc-acp vvb po22 n1.
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1762
If you would hold out, get you on:
If you would hold out, get you on:
cs pn22 vmd vvi av, vvb pn22 a-acp:
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1763
If you would not have your something to come to just nothing, increase your Store. Let your Spark grow up into a Flame, your Grain of Mustard-Seed into a Tree.
If you would not have your something to come to just nothing, increase your Store. Let your Spark grow up into a Flame, your Grain of Mustard-Seed into a Tree.
cs pn22 vmd xx vhi po22 pi pc-acp vvi p-acp j pi2, vvb po22 vvi. vvb po22 n1 vvb a-acp p-acp dt n1, po22 n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1.
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1764
I tell you a Myst•ry, The tallest Cedars on God's Mountain will best escape the Wind,
I tell you a Myst•ry, The Tallest Cedars on God's Mountain will best escape the Wind,
pns11 vvb pn22 dt j, dt js n2 p-acp npg1 n1 vmb av-js vvi dt n1,
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whil'st the lower Shrubs are in greater danger of being overturned; if you would stand sure, get you up on the higher ground.
whilst the lower Shrubs Are in greater danger of being overturned; if you would stand sure, get you up on the higher ground.
cs dt jc n2 vbr p-acp jc n1 pp-f vbg vvn; cs pn22 vmd vvi j, vvb pn22 a-acp p-acp dt jc n1.
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Christia•s, Befool the Devil, let him see himself a Loser, by all his stirs he makes against you.
Christia•s, Befool the devil, let him see himself a Loser, by all his stirs he makes against you.
vvz, vvi dt n1, vvb pno31 vvi px31 dt n1, p-acp d po31 n2 pns31 vvz p-acp pn22.
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It is not the fi•st time, that his cross Winds have prov'd the most auspicious Gales, to put the Saints the sooner into Harbour.
It is not the fi•st time, that his cross Winds have proved the most auspicious Gales, to put the Saints the sooner into Harbour.
pn31 vbz xx dt js n1, cst po31 j n2 vhb vvn dt av-ds j n2, pc-acp vvi dt n2 dt av-c p-acp n1.
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What he hath intended for a withering Storm, hath often prov'd a fruitful Dew: Those very Clouds he expected should rain down Snares, have often drop'd down Fatness: If you will go on, Hell shall hel• you forward;
What he hath intended for a withering Storm, hath often proved a fruitful Due: Those very Clouds he expected should rain down Snares, have often dropped down Fatness: If you will go on, Hell shall hel• you forward;
r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp dt vvg n1, vhz av vvn dt j n1: d j n2 pns31 vvd vmd vvi a-acp n2, vhb av vvd a-acp n1: cs pn22 vmb vvi a-acp, n1 vmb n1 pn22 av-j;
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1769
the Devil's Rods on your back, shall but help to mend your pace; his Thorns shall be Spurs in your sides:
the Devil's Rods on your back, shall but help to mend your pace; his Thorns shall be Spurs in your sides:
dt ng1 n2 p-acp po22 n1, vmb p-acp vvi pc-acp vvi po22 n1; po31 n2 vmb vbi n2 p-acp po22 n2:
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By stripping you of your fleshly Delights, he shall but starve your Lusts, his Friends; his Burthens shall be your Ballast, to make your Course more steady:
By stripping you of your fleshly Delights, he shall but starve your Lustiest, his Friends; his Burdens shall be your Ballast, to make your Course more steady:
p-acp vvg pn22 pp-f po22 j n2, pns31 vmb p-acp vvi po22 n2, po31 n2; po31 n2 vmb vbi po22 n1, pc-acp vvi po22 n1 av-dc j:
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Christians are seldom in such a thriving and prosperous state, as when they are just come out of the hands of a persecuting Devil. Christians, grow in Grace;
Christians Are seldom in such a thriving and prosperous state, as when they Are just come out of the hands of a persecuting devil. Christians, grow in Grace;
np1 vbr av p-acp d dt j-vvg cc j n1, c-acp c-crq pns32 vbr av vvn av pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt vvg n1. np1, vvb p-acp n1;
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there's no Season ▪ but may be a growing Season: Grow in Grace, and in the knowledg of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ:
there's no Season ▪ but may be a growing Season: Grow in Grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour jesus christ:
pc-acp|vbz dx n1 ▪ cc-acp vmb vbi dt j-vvg n1: vvb p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1 np1 np1:
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Let that Living Spring, which is broken forth in you, be like the Waters of the Sanctuary, Ezek 4. 7. Which at their first Rising, were but up to the Ankles;
Let that Living Spring, which is broken forth in you, be like the Waters of the Sanctuary, Ezekiel 4. 7. Which At their First Rising, were but up to the Ankles;
vvb cst j-vvg n1, r-crq vbz vvn av p-acp pn22, vbb av-j dt n2 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd r-crq p-acp po32 ord n-vvg, vbdr p-acp a-acp p-acp dt n2;
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but a little further were up to the Knees, a little further they were up •o the Loins,
but a little further were up to the Knees, a little further they were up •o the Loins,
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and at length they grew to a g•eat River, Waters to swim in, the bottom whereof could not be felt.
and At length they grew to a g•eat River, Waters to swim in, the bottom whereof could not be felt.
cc p-acp n1 pns32 vvd p-acp dt j n1, n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp, dt n1 c-crq vmd xx vbi vvn.
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It may be the Waters of Grace do yet run low with thee, a little Bay will stop, or turn the stream;
It may be the Waters of Grace do yet run low with thee, a little Bay will stop, or turn the stream;
pn31 vmb vbi dt n2 pp-f n1 vdb av vvi j p-acp pno21, dt j n1 vmb vvi, cc vvi dt n1;
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thou art yet gotten but to Ankle deep, or Knee deep, get thee on, stay not, till thy Spring become a River;
thou art yet got but to Ankle deep, or Knee deep, get thee on, stay not, till thy Spring become a River;
pns21 vb2r av vvn p-acp p-acp n1 j-jn, cc n1 j-jn, vvb pno21 a-acp, vvb xx, c-acp po21 n1 vvi dt n1;
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let every Day, every Duty, every Experience, yea every Affliction, adde to thy streams;
let every Day, every Duty, every Experience, yea every Affliction, add to thy streams;
vvb d n1, d n1, d n1, uh d n1, vvb p-acp po21 n2;
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that as the accession of every little Brook to the main Channel, raises the Water as it passes along,
that as the accession of every little Brook to the main Channel, raises the Water as it passes along,
cst c-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1 p-acp dt j n1, vvz dt n1 c-acp pn31 vvz a-acp,
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so it may be with thy Soul;
so it may be with thy Soul;
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that the farther thou goest on, the fuller thy Banks may be, till thou comest to be like Jordan in the Harvest, whose Waters fill all its Banks.
that the farther thou goest on, the fuller thy Banks may be, till thou Comest to be like Jordan in the Harvest, whose Waters fill all its Banks.
cst dt av-jc pns21 vv2 p-acp, dt jc po21 n2 vmb vbi, c-acp pns21 vv2 pc-acp vbi j n1 p-acp dt n1, rg-crq n2 vvb d po31 n2.
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To quicken thee on in this growth in Grace, consider, 1. That a little Grace will make but poor work with thy mighty sins;
To quicken thee on in this growth in Grace, Consider, 1. That a little Grace will make but poor work with thy mighty Sins;
p-acp vvi pno21 a-acp p-acp d n1 p-acp n1, vvb, crd cst dt j n1 vmb vvi p-acp j n1 p-acp po21 j n2;
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where Grace is low, Lust is high; and how is an Infant like to stand before a Man of War?
where Grace is low, Lust is high; and how is an Infant like to stand before a Man of War?
c-crq n1 vbz j, n1 vbz j; cc q-crq vbz dt n1 av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1?
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2. That a little Grace will not suffice, to bear thee up in great Afflictions;
2. That a little Grace will not suffice, to bear thee up in great Afflictions;
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that which thou may•st make a shift with in a Calm, will not serve thee in a Storm.
that which thou may•st make a shift with in a Cam, will not serve thee in a Storm.
cst r-crq pns21 vm2 vvi dt n1 p-acp p-acp dt j-jn, vmb xx vvi pno21 p-acp dt n1.
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3. That a little Grace will be sadly put to it, if ever thou come to have but little means of Grace.
3. That a little Grace will be sadly put to it, if ever thou come to have but little means of Grace.
crd cst dt j n1 vmb vbi av-j vvn p-acp pn31, cs av pns21 vvb pc-acp vhi p-acp j n2 pp-f n1.
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4. That he that hath but little Grace, is like to have no Assurance that he hath any at all.
4. That he that hath but little Grace, is like to have no Assurance that he hath any At all.
crd cst pns31 cst vhz p-acp j n1, vbz av-j pc-acp vhi dx n1 cst pns31 vhz d p-acp d.
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If thou would'st have power over Corruption, if thou would'st stand in the Day of Temptation,
If thou Wouldst have power over Corruption, if thou Wouldst stand in the Day of Temptation,
cs pns21 vmd2 vhi n1 p-acp n1, cs pns21 vmd2 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1,
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1789
if thou would'st not starve in the day of Famine, if thou would'st have the comfort of the Grace thou hast, let it grow up to its fuller stature;
if thou Wouldst not starve in the day of Famine, if thou Wouldst have the Comfort of the Grace thou hast, let it grow up to its fuller stature;
cs pns21 vmd2 xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cs pns21 vmd2 vhi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pns21 vh2, vvb pn31 vvi a-acp p-acp po31 jc n1;
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Grace, when it is come to Age, will speak for it self, and shift for it self the better;
Grace, when it is come to Age, will speak for it self, and shift for it self the better;
n1, c-crq pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1, vmb vvi p-acp pn31 n1, cc vvi p-acp pn31 n1 dt jc;
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1791
which whil'st it is in its Infancy, neither knows, nor can help it self. Christians, let your Grace grow, and let the Fruits of it increase:
which whilst it is in its Infancy, neither knows, nor can help it self. Christians, let your Grace grow, and let the Fruits of it increase:
r-crq cs pn31 vbz p-acp po31 n1, av-dx vvz, ccx vmb vvi pn31 n1. np1, vvb po22 n1 vvi, cc vvb dt n2 pp-f pn31 vvi:
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1792
Let your Fields ripen to the Harvest.
Let your Fields ripen to the Harvest.
vvb po22 n2 vvb p-acp dt n1.
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I may say concerning Sinners, no• as our Lord said, Behold, the Fields are already white to he Harvest;
I may say Concerning Sinners, no• as our Lord said, Behold, the Fields Are already white to he Harvest;
pns11 vmb vvi vvg n2, n1 p-acp po12 n1 vvd, vvb, dt n2 vbr av j-jn p-acp pns31 n1;
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but behold the Fields are already black to the Harvest.
but behold the Fields Are already black to the Harvest.
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The Word is ready to be given ▪ Come, put in thy Sickle, the Harvest is ripe, the wickedness is great.
The Word is ready to be given ▪ Come, put in thy Fickle, the Harvest is ripe, the wickedness is great.
dt n1 vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn ▪ vvi, vvn p-acp po21 n1, dt n1 vbz j, dt n1 vbz j.
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1796
The Fields of Tares are already black to the Harvest: But oh when shall it be said of you:
The Fields of Tares Are already black to the Harvest: But o when shall it be said of you:
dt n2 pp-f n2 vbr av j-jn p-acp dt n1: cc-acp uh q-crq vmb pn31 vbi vvn pp-f pn22:
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Behold the Fields are white to the Harvest? Shall evil Weeds grow so fast, and shall onely the good Corn be at a stand?Behold the Fields Are white to the Harvest? Shall evil Weeds grow so fast, and shall only the good Corn be At a stand?
vvb dt n2 vbr j-jn p-acp dt n1? vmb j-jn n2 vvb av av-j, cc vmb av-j dt j n1 vbb p-acp dt n1?
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Brethren, Let your Fruits grow more plentiful, and more perfect daily:Brothers, Let your Fruits grow more plentiful, and more perfect daily:
n2, vvb po22 n2 vvi dc j, cc av-dc j av-j:
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1799
Let that Scripture be verified in you, Prov. 4. 18. The path of the Just is a shining Light, that shineth more and more unto the perfect day.
Let that Scripture be verified in you, Curae 4. 18. The path of the Just is a shining Light, that shines more and more unto the perfect day.
vvb d n1 vbi vvn p-acp pn22, np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f dt j vbz dt j-vvg n1, cst vvz dc cc av-dc p-acp dt j n1.
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Let your hearts be so fill'd with the fulness of God, that your Paths may drop fatness.
Let your hearts be so filled with the fullness of God, that your Paths may drop fatness.
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Let it be said of you, as of the Spouse, Cant. 4. 18. and Chap. 5. 5. Her Lips dropped as the Honey Comb,
Let it be said of you, as of the Spouse, Cant 4. 18. and Chap. 5. 5. Her Lips dropped as the Honey Comb,
vvb pn31 vbi vvn pp-f pn22, c-acp pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd cc np1 crd crd po31 n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 n1,
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and her hands dropped sweet smelling Myrrhe. Let your Lips drop as the Honey Comb;and her hands dropped sweet smelling Myrrh. Let your Lips drop as the Honey Comb;
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as you have drunk in the Milk and Honey, that comes down from above, so be ever dropping it down to others:
as you have drunk in the Milk and Honey, that comes down from above, so be ever dropping it down to Others:
c-acp pn22 vhb vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1, cst vvz a-acp p-acp a-acp, av vbb av vvg pn31 a-acp p-acp n2-jn:
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Let something of the sweetness, something of the fatness, that you have receiv'd from above, be always dropping down:
Let something of the sweetness, something of the fatness, that you have received from above, be always dropping down:
vvb pi pp-f dt n1, pi pp-f dt n1, cst pn22 vhb vvn p-acp a-acp, vbb av vvg a-acp:
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Be dropping ▪ according to what you have drank: As you see Sinners, of whom 'tis said, They drink iniquity, to be always dropping iniquity;
Be dropping ▪ according to what you have drank: As you see Sinners, of whom it's said, They drink iniquity, to be always dropping iniquity;
vbb vvg ▪ vvg p-acp r-crq pn22 vhb vvd: c-acp pn22 vvb n2, pp-f r-crq pn31|vbz vvn, pns32 vvb n1, pc-acp vbi av vvg n1;
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dropping Oaths, dropping Lies, dropping Scoffs and Reproaches:
dropping Oaths, dropping Lies, dropping Scoffs and Reproaches:
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So let it be said of you, They drink the Dew of Heaven, and this they are dropping down.
So let it be said of you, They drink the Due of Heaven, and this they Are dropping down.
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Let no Child, no Servant, no Friend, come into your Company, and go away without some sweet Drops from your Lips:
Let no Child, no Servant, no Friend, come into your Company, and go away without Some sweet Drops from your Lips:
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A word of Heavenly Instruction, a gracious Admonition, a word of Encouragement, or a quickning Word, let them have;
A word of Heavenly Instruction, a gracious Admonition, a word of Encouragement, or a quickening Word, let them have;
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or lift up a prayer, and drop down a blessing upon them. Something or o•her of the Dew of Heaven let them feel flowing from our Lips.
or lift up a prayer, and drop down a blessing upon them. Something or o•her of the Due of Heaven let them feel flowing from our Lips.
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Let your Lips drop as the Honey Comb, and your Hands drop sweet smelling Myrrhe. Let your Holy Practices, your Holy Examples, second,
Let your Lips drop as the Honey Comb, and your Hands drop sweet smelling Myrrh. Let your Holy Practices, your Holy Examples, second,
vvb po22 n2 vvb p-acp dt n1 n1, cc po22 n2 vvb j j-vvg n1. vvb po22 j n2, po22 j n2, ord,
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and set on your wholesom Counsels and Instructions. Let your words be savoury, and your works be gracious:
and Set on your wholesome Counsels and Instructions. Let your words be savoury, and your works be gracious:
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Let Lip and Life speak the same things, and lead on the same way.
Let Lip and Life speak the same things, and led on the same Way.
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Christians, By your nursing up the Souls, and Fruits of others, you will ripen and increase your own.
Christians, By your nursing up the Souls, and Fruits of Others, you will ripen and increase your own.
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If you should look on all the Fruit as little, which your selves have brought forth to God, you will have this to comfort you, That you have born more upon your Brethren's knees: The Fruits of those Fields which you have planted,
If you should look on all the Fruit as little, which your selves have brought forth to God, you will have this to Comfort you, That you have born more upon your Brothers' knees: The Fruits of those Fields which you have planted,
cs pn22 vmd vvi p-acp d dt n1 c-acp j, r-crq po22 n2 vhb vvn av p-acp np1, pn22 vmb vhi d pc-acp vvi pn22, cst pn22 vhb vvn dc p-acp po22 ng2 n2: dt n2 pp-f d n2 r-crq pn22 vhb vvn,
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or water'd, will abound to your account.
or watered, will abound to your account.
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Bring forth much Fruit unto God, and be much in immediate converse with God, Phil. 3. 20. Our Conversation is in Heaven.
Bring forth much Fruit unto God, and be much in immediate converse with God, Philip 3. 20. Our Conversation is in Heaven.
vvb av d n1 p-acp np1, cc vbi av-d p-acp j n1 p-acp np1, np1 crd crd po12 n1 vbz p-acp n1.
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Be more elevated and raised in your Spirits daily, above Things Sensual and Carnal. Above Carnal Delights. Above Carnal Discouragements.
Be more elevated and raised in your Spirits daily, above Things Sensual and Carnal. Above Carnal Delights. Above Carnal Discouragements.
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1. Above Carnal Delights; Live more purely in the Spirit, let your Hearts be wrought up to such a Spiritual Frame;
1. Above Carnal Delights; Live more purely in the Spirit, let your Hearts be wrought up to such a Spiritual Frame;
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That all the Joys, Pleasures, and Comforts, of your Lives may be Spiritual.
That all the Joys, Pleasures, and Comforts, of your Lives may be Spiritual.
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Let the Lord be all your delight, Psal. 37. 5. Let it be with you as much as may be,
Let the Lord be all your delight, Psalm 37. 5. Let it be with you as much as may be,
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as it is with the Saints already in Glory;
as it is with the Saints already in Glory;
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to whom God is all; who being changed into his Image, and dwelling in his presence, are satisfied in him.
to whom God is all; who being changed into his Image, and Dwelling in his presence, Are satisfied in him.
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Let God alone, be as much to you, as God and all the World.
Let God alone, be as much to you, as God and all the World.
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Let the Fashions, and Pleasures ▪ and Delights of this World, be so much beneath your Spirits, that it may neither be an abatement of your Joy, to want;
Let the Fashions, and Pleasures ▪ and Delights of this World, be so much beneath your Spirits, that it may neither be an abatement of your Joy, to want;
vvb dt n2, cc ng1 ▪ cc n2 pp-f d n1, vbb av av-d p-acp po22 n2, cst pn31 vmb av-dx vbi dt n1 pp-f po22 n1, pc-acp vvi;
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nor an Addition to your Content, to possess them. Let the Light of all these lower Sparks, be swallow'd up in God;
nor an Addition to your Content, to possess them. Let the Light of all these lower Sparks, be swallowed up in God;
ccx dt n1 p-acp po22 n1, pc-acp vvi pno32. vvb dt n1 pp-f d d jc n2, vbb vvn a-acp p-acp np1;
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when the Sun shines, all the Stars disappear, and are not needed.
when the Sun shines, all the Stars disappear, and Are not needed.
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Lift up thine Eyes Christian, and see, what pleasures there are within the Veil: Come, drink thy fill of this new Wine, let thy Faith draw the Curtains of Eternity,
Lift up thine Eyes Christian, and see, what pleasures there Are within the Veil: Come, drink thy fill of this new Wine, let thy Faith draw the Curtains of Eternity,
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and take a view of those heights, & depths, •nd lengths, and breadths, of that Glory and Joy, which there it may discover.
and take a view of those heights, & depths, •nd lengths, and breadths, of that Glory and Joy, which there it may discover.
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Look on him that sits on the Throne, and those everlasting Treasures of Light, Holiness, Goodness,
Look on him that sits on the Throne, and those everlasting Treasures of Light, Holiness, goodness,
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and Mercy, which are •treaming from his Face ▪ on those overflowing Bowels of Kindness and Compassion;
and Mercy, which Are •treaming from his Face ▪ on those overflowing Bowels of Kindness and Compassion;
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on those Rivers of pure and Ete•nal Pleasures, Rest, and Peace, that rise from that Glorious Throne,
on those rivers of pure and Ete•nal Pleasures, Rest, and Peace, that rise from that Glorious Throne,
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and run through the City of God.
and run through the city of God.
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Behold the Tree of Life, and feed thy Soul on its pretious Fruit, whose very Leaves are for the healing of Nations.
Behold the Tree of Life, and feed thy Soul on its precious Fruit, whose very Leaves Are for the healing of nations.
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Hearken to, and fill thine Ears and Heart with, those Triumphs and Exultations, those Reptures and Extasies, of unspeakable and glorious Joys;
Harken to, and fill thine Ears and Heart with, those Triumphos and Exultations, those Reptures and Ecstasies, of unspeakable and glorious Joys;
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those Blessings and Praisings, those Hallelujahs that are tuned upon the Hearts and Tongues of the Heavenly Chore, the glorious Angels, and the Spirits of just men made perfect, by the vision and fruition of thy God, the God of Glory.
those Blessings and Praisings, those Hallelujahs that Are tuned upon the Hearts and Tongues of the Heavenly Chore, the glorious Angels, and the Spirits of just men made perfect, by the vision and fruition of thy God, the God of Glory.
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Look on, and possess, this Joy and Glory;
Look on, and possess, this Joy and Glory;
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Say to thy Soul, as God 〈 ◊ 〉 Abraham, Gen. 13. 14. Lift up thine Eyes, and look from the place where thou art, Northward,
Say to thy Soul, as God 〈 ◊ 〉 Abraham, Gen. 13. 14. Lift up thine Eyes, and look from the place where thou art, Northward,
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and Southward, and Eastward, and Westward, though all the Coasts, and all the Dimensions of the Blested Land of Promise, and Holy City;and Southward, and Eastward, and Westward, though all the Coasts, and all the Dimensions of the Blessed Land of Promise, and Holy city;
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and then say, Come Soul, take up thy rest here, all this is thine,
and then say, Come Soul, take up thy rest Here, all this is thine,
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Look and love, love and long, long and hope, hope and rejoyce in hope, of this glory of God.
Look and love, love and long, long and hope, hope and rejoice in hope, of this glory of God.
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Look on thy God, and never leave looking, till thou art changed into his Image, and satisfied with his Image;
Look on thy God, and never leave looking, till thou art changed into his Image, and satisfied with his Image;
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And here let thy delight and thy dwelling be.
And Here let thy delight and thy Dwelling be.
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2. Above all carnal discouragements, from any adversaries, or dangers, wherewith you are baited and affrighted,
2. Above all carnal discouragements, from any Adversaries, or dangers, wherewith you Are baited and affrighted,
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as you walk in the Lord;
as you walk in the Lord;
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let the joy of the Lord be your strength, let your Sun be your shield, let your hope be your confidence,
let the joy of the Lord be your strength, let your Sun be your shield, let your hope be your confidence,
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and fear not your du•y nor danger. Look to your hope, and you will laugh at fear.
and Fear not your du•y nor danger. Look to your hope, and you will laugh At Fear.
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Dwell in your Reward, and you will not be afraid to dwell in your Duty: But of this, a word more by and by. Thus much for general Directions.
Dwell in your Reward, and you will not be afraid to dwell in your Duty: But of this, a word more by and by. Thus much for general Directions.
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2. I shall next give you some special Directions for your daily walk. Generalls necessarily depend on, and subsist in, Particulars.
2. I shall next give you Some special Directions for your daily walk. Generals necessarily depend on, and subsist in, Particulars.
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As there can be no Religion in a Kingdome, unless it be first in particular Families,
As there can be no Religion in a Kingdom, unless it be First in particular Families,
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nor none in Families ▪ unless it be in particular persons;
nor none in Families ▪ unless it be in particular Persons;
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so a general course of Christianity there cannot be, unless it be supported in our particular daily walk.
so a general course of Christianity there cannot be, unless it be supported in our particular daily walk.
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The Advice I am giving you, I have in part borrowed for your use, which some of you may possibly have received elsewhere.
The advice I am giving you, I have in part borrowed for your use, which Some of you may possibly have received elsewhere.
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Before I give you the particular Directions, I shall first premise these things:
Before I give you the particular Directions, I shall First premise these things:
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1. Count upon this, That the Directions I am now giving you, (if you ever mean to bring it to any thing) will cost you pains and labour:
1. Count upon this, That the Directions I am now giving you, (if you ever mean to bring it to any thing) will cost you pains and labour:
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and how can you count your selves Christians, if you refuse to be at the necessary cost of Christianity? If you think to be Christians without labour,
and how can you count your selves Christians, if you refuse to be At the necessary cost of Christianity? If you think to be Christians without labour,
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or if you wil• stand out from Christianity, to save your labour, you are alike wise in both.
or if you wil• stand out from Christianity, to save your labour, you Are alike wise in both.
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Either come to a Resolution to fall upon an industrious painful life, or 'twill be in vain to give you counsel.
Either come to a Resolution to fallen upon an Industria painful life, or it'll be in vain to give you counsel.
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2. Practice ▪ the Directions I shall give you in pursuance of your Covenant with God;
2. Practice ▪ the Directions I shall give you in pursuance of your Covenant with God;
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wherein you have engaged to take the strictest severest Laws of Christ, for the Rule of your Life.
wherein you have engaged to take the Strictest Severest Laws of christ, for the Rule of your Life.
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What I am pressing on you, for the matter of it, is no more than you have bound your selves to, as Christians.
What I am pressing on you, for the matter of it, is no more than you have bound your selves to, as Christians.
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Remember your Bonds, and let this holy practice be followed on by you, as the paying your Vows.
remember your Bonds, and let this holy practice be followed on by you, as the paying your Vows.
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Remember daily, the Vows of God are upon you, and there is not any material thing here prescribed to you, which falls not under your vows.
remember daily, the Vows of God Are upon you, and there is not any material thing Here prescribed to you, which falls not under your vows.
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Your Covenant, if your eye be much upon it, will be a cord to hold you to your work.
Your Covenant, if your eye be much upon it, will be a cord to hold you to your work.
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3. Press hard for sensible Communion with God in all your Duties. 4. Keep up a spiritual and holy Frame from Duty to Duty.
3. Press hard for sensible Communion with God in all your Duties. 4. Keep up a spiritual and holy Frame from Duty to Duty.
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Remember what I have elsewhere spoken to you more at large, on these two Particulars.
remember what I have elsewhere spoken to you more At large, on these two Particulars.
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See that there be Religion in your Duties, and confine not your Religion to your Duties. 5. Be Watchful.
See that there be Religion in your Duties, and confine not your Religion to your Duties. 5. Be Watchful.
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The Life of all Religion lies much here; whatever you resolve upon, will come to nothing without it.
The Life of all Religion lies much Here; whatever you resolve upon, will come to nothing without it.
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Watchfulness is the Executioner of your Will. Let your eye be upon your Rule, and your Work.
Watchfulness is the Executioner of your Will. Let your eye be upon your Rule, and your Work.
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1870
Especially watch against your prevailing sins. There's no Christian that observes himself, but may find some one sin or more, that in regard of their power over him, are taller by the head and shoulders than all the rest.
Especially watch against your prevailing Sins. There's no Christian that observes himself, but may find Some one since or more, that in regard of their power over him, Are Taller by the head and shoulders than all the rest.
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In some Pride, in others Worldliness, in others Passion, in others Slothfulness. It may be,
In Some Pride, in Others Worldliness, in Others Passion, in Others Slothfulness. It may be,
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if thou searchest, some one of these four, or possibly some other, may be it, that by a Specialty thou may'st call [ thine Iniquity. ] Find out what it is,
if thou searchest, Some one of these four, or possibly Some other, may be it, that by a Specialty thou Mayest call [ thine Iniquity. ] Find out what it is,
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and know, that there thy main Work lyes.
and know, that there thy main Work lies.
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1874
In vain wilt thou strive in other duties, till that which hinders be removed out of the way.
In vain wilt thou strive in other duties, till that which hinders be removed out of the Way.
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Fight neither against small nor great, but against the King of Israel. Where the Enemy most ordinarily makes his breach upon thee, set the stronger Guard.Fight neither against small nor great, but against the King of Israel. Where the Enemy most ordinarily makes his breach upon thee, Set the Stronger Guard.
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Let thy daily conflicts be here, and observe diligently, with what success. 6. Walk on thy course in the Name and strength of the Lord Jesus. Live by Faith.
Let thy daily conflicts be Here, and observe diligently, with what success. 6. Walk on thy course in the Name and strength of the Lord jesus. Live by Faith.
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Depend on Christ for the assistance of his mighty Spirit. Forget not this, for otherwise thou wilt go but lamely on.
Depend on christ for the assistance of his mighty Spirit. Forget not this, for otherwise thou wilt go but lamely on.
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These things premised, I shall now give you the particular Directions.
These things premised, I shall now give you the particular Directions.
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1. Directions for the Evening.
1. Directions for the Evening.
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Every Evening before you sleep, withdraw your selves from the World, and having set your heatts as in the Presence of God, Charge them before God, to answer to these following Interrogatories.
Every Evening before you sleep, withdraw your selves from the World, and having Set your heatts as in the Presence of God, Charge them before God, to answer to these following Interrogatories.
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1. Concerning your Duties.
1. Concerning your Duties.
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Q. 1. Did not God find me on my bed, when he expected me on my knees?
Q. 1. Did not God find me on my Bed, when he expected me on my knees?
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2. Was there not more of Custome and Fashion, than of Conscience and Affection, either in my Secret, or Family Duties?
2. Was there not more of Custom and Fashion, than of Conscience and Affection, either in my Secret, or Family Duties?
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3. Had I any sensible Communion with God in my duties?
3. Had I any sensible Communion with God in my duties?
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4. Have I not neglected, or been careless and overly in reading the Word, and Holy Meditation?
4. Have I not neglected, or been careless and overly in reading the Word, and Holy Meditation?
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2. Concerning your Sins. Q. 1. Do I live in nothing, that I know to be a sin?
2. Concerning your Sins. Q. 1. Do I live in nothing, that I know to be a since?
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2. Have I kept me from MINE Iniquity? What victory have I yet gotten over it?
2. Have I kept me from MINE Iniquity? What victory have I yet got over it?
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3. Am I a mourner for mine own, and the sins of the Land?
3. Am I a mourner for mine own, and the Sins of the Land?
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3. Concerning your Temptations. Q. 1. Have I feared, watched against, and not run into temptation?
3. Concerning your Temptations. Q. 1. Have I feared, watched against, and not run into temptation?
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2. What Temptations have I overcome this day? 3. Have I had a care of my Company?
2. What Temptations have I overcome this day? 3. Have I had a care of my Company?
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1891
4. Concerning your Heart.
4. Concerning your Heart.
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1892
Q. 1. Have I held mine heart in a serious, spiritual, gracious frame? have my calls to Duty ever found me in a preparation to Duty?
Q. 1. Have I held mine heart in a serious, spiritual, gracious frame? have my calls to Duty ever found me in a preparation to Duty?
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2. Hath the Lord been ever before mine eyes, and Eternity upon mine heart? 3. Have I been much in holy Ejaculations?
2. Hath the Lord been ever before mine eyes, and Eternity upon mine heart? 3. Have I been much in holy Ejaculations?
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4. Have I not given liberty to the workings of Pride, Sinful anger, Discontent, or Impatience?
4. Have I not given liberty to the workings of Pride, Sinful anger, Discontent, or Impatience?
crd vhb pns11 xx vvn n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, j n1, n1, cc n1?
(8) part (DIV2)
388
Page 128
1895
5. Have I made conscience of evil thoughts?
5. Have I made conscience of evil thoughts?
crd vhb pns11 vvn n1 pp-f j-jn n2?
(8) part (DIV2)
389
Page 128
1896
5. Concerning Conscience.
5. Concerning Conscience.
crd vvg n1.
(9) part (DIV2)
389
Page 129
1897
Q. 1. Hath my Conscience neither been blind nor dumb, nor my heart deaf or headstrong against it?
Q. 1. Hath my Conscience neither been blind nor dumb, nor my heart deaf or headstrong against it?
np1 crd vhz po11 n1 av-dx vbn j ccx j, ccx po11 n1 j cc j p-acp pn31?
(9) part (DIV2)
390
Page 129
1898
2. Have I done nothing against, nor with a doubting Conscience? 3. Have I neither defiled mine own, nor wittingly scandalized my Brother's, Conscience?
2. Have I done nothing against, nor with a doubting Conscience? 3. Have I neither defiled mine own, nor wittingly scandalized my Brother's, Conscience?
crd vhb pns11 vdn pix p-acp, ccx p-acp dt vvg n1? crd vhb pns11 av-dx vvn po11 d, ccx av-j vvn po11 ng1, n1?
(9) part (DIV2)
391
Page 129
1899
6. Concerning your Tongue. Q. 1. Have I bridled my Tongue? 2. Have I spoken Evil of no man?
6. Concerning your Tongue. Q. 1. Have I bridled my Tongue? 2. Have I spoken Evil of no man?
crd vvg po22 n1. np1 crd vhb pns11 vvn po11 n1? crd vhb pns11 vvn j-jn pp-f dx n1?
(10) part (DIV2)
392
Page 129
1900
3. Hath the Law of the Lord been in my mouth ▪ as I sate in mine House,
3. Hath the Law of the Lord been in my Mouth ▪ as I sat in mine House,
crd vhz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbn p-acp po11 n1 ▪ c-acp pns11 vvd p-acp po11 n1,
(10) part (DIV2)
395
Page 129
1901
or went by the Way, as I was lying down, and rising up?
or went by the Way, as I was lying down, and rising up?
cc vvd p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns11 vbds vvg a-acp, cc vvg a-acp?
(10) part (DIV2)
395
Page 129
1902
7. Concerning your Talents.
7. Concerning your Talents.
crd vvg po22 n2.
(11) part (DIV2)
395
Page 129
1903
Q. 1. Have I not wasted or vainly spent any part of my Estate? hath neither my Pride had a share,
Q. 1. Have I not wasted or vainly spent any part of my Estate? hath neither my Pride had a share,
np1 crd vhb pns11 xx vvn cc av-j vvn d n1 pp-f po11 n1? vhz d po11 n1 vhd dt n1,
(11) part (DIV2)
396
Page 129
1904
nor my Appetite more than its share?
nor my Appetite more than its share?
ccx po11 n1 av-dc cs po31 n1?
(11) part (DIV2)
396
Page 129
1905
2. Have I not sent Christ away without an Alms ▪ when I had it by me?
2. Have I not sent christ away without an Alms ▪ when I had it by me?
crd vhb pns11 xx vvn np1 av p-acp dt n2 ▪ c-crq pns11 vhd pn31 p-acp pno11?
(11) part (DIV2)
397
Page 129
1906
3. Have I redeemed my time from Needless Visi•s. Idle Imaginations. Fru••le•s Discourse, and Unnecessary Sleep?
3. Have I redeemed my time from Needless Visi•s. Idle Imaginations. Fru••le•s Discourse, and Unnecessary Sleep?
crd vhb pns11 vvn po11 n1 p-acp j n2. j n2. npg1 n1, cc j-u n1?
(11) part (DIV2)
398
Page 129
1907
4. Have I not lost an opportunity this day, of doing or receiving good? have I not neglected to exhort or reprove,
4. Have I not lost an opportunity this day, of doing or receiving good? have I not neglected to exhort or reprove,
crd vhb pns11 xx vvn dt n1 d n1, pp-f vdg cc vvg j? vhb pns11 xx vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi,
(11) part (DIV2)
399
Page 130
1908
when occasion hath been given? and if I have been reproved, how have I born it?
when occasion hath been given? and if I have been reproved, how have I born it?
c-crq n1 vhz vbn vvn? cc cs pns11 vhb vbn vvn, q-crq vhb pns11 vvn pn31?
(11) part (DIV2)
399
Page 130
1909
8. Concerning your Tables.
8. Concerning your Tables.
crd vvg po22 n2.
(12) part (DIV2)
399
Page 130
1910
Q. 1. Did I not sit down, with no higher ends than a Beast, only to please my appetite? Did I eat and drink to the Glory of God?
Q. 1. Did I not fit down, with no higher ends than a Beast, only to please my appetite? Did I eat and drink to the Glory of God?
np1 crd vdd pns11 xx vvi a-acp, p-acp dx jc n2 cs dt n1, av-j pc-acp vvi po11 n1? vdd pns11 vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1?
(12) part (DIV2)
400
Page 130
1911
2. Did I not eat or drink to excess?
2. Did I not eat or drink to excess?
crd vdd pns11 xx vvi cc vvi p-acp n1?
(12) part (DIV2)
401
Page 130
1912
3. Did I not rise from the Tablewithout letting fall any thing of God there?
3. Did I not rise from the Tablewithout letting fallen any thing of God there?
crd vdd pns11 xx vvi p-acp dt np1 vvg vvb d n1 pp-f np1 a-acp?
(12) part (DIV2)
402
Page 130
1913
4. Did I not mock God, when I pretended to crave a Blessing, or return Thanks?
4. Did I not mock God, when I pretended to crave a Blessing, or return Thanks?
crd vdd pns11 xx vvi np1, c-crq pns11 vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc vvi n2?
(12) part (DIV2)
403
Page 130
1914
9. Concerning your Calling. Q. 1. Have I been serving the Lord this day, in my particular Calling?
9. Concerning your Calling. Q. 1. Have I been serving the Lord this day, in my particular Calling?
crd vvg po22 vvg. np1 crd vhb pns11 vbn vvg dt n1 d n1, p-acp po11 j vvg?
(13) part (DIV2)
403
Page 130
1915
2. Have I not been Idle? 3. Have I not over eagerly minded my earthly affairs?
2. Have I not been Idle? 3. Have I not over eagerly minded my earthly affairs?
crd vhb pns11 xx vbn j? crd vhb pns11 xx p-acp av-j vvn po11 j n2?
(13) part (DIV2)
405
Page 130
1916
4. Have I defrauded no man, wronged no man? 5. Have I dropped never a Lye, no broken promise in all my dealings?
4. Have I defrauded no man, wronged no man? 5. Have I dropped never a Lie, no broken promise in all my dealings?
crd vhb pns11 vvd dx n1, vvd dx n1? crd vhb pns11 vvn av dt n1, dx j-vvn n1 p-acp d po11 n2-vvg?
(13) part (DIV2)
407
Page 130
1917
10. Concerning your Relations.
10. Concerning your Relations.
crd vvg po22 n2.
(14) part (DIV2)
408
Page 131
1918
Q. Have I Faithfully discharged, and done nothing against my duty to my Relations? Have I behaved my self As a Christian Husband, Wife, Parent, Child, Master, Servant?
Q. Have I Faithfully discharged, and done nothing against my duty to my Relations? Have I behaved my self As a Christian Husband, Wife, Parent, Child, Master, Servant?
np1 vhb pns11 av-j vvn, cc vdn pix p-acp po11 n1 p-acp po11 n2? vhb pns11 vvn po11 n1 p-acp dt njp n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, n1?
(14) part (DIV2)
409
Page 131
1919
11. Concerning your carriage to those Within. Q. Have I carried my self towards all Saints, 1. Lovingly, Delighting in them. Bearing with them. Covering their Infirmities.
11. Concerning your carriage to those Within. Q. Have I carried my self towards all Saints, 1. Lovingly, Delighting in them. Bearing with them. Covering their Infirmities.
crd vvg po22 n1 p-acp d p-acp. np1 vhb pns11 vvn po11 n1 p-acp d n2, crd av-vvg, vvg p-acp pno32. vvg p-acp pno32. vvg po32 n1.
(15) part (DIV2)
409
Page 131
1920
2. Peaceably, not provoking them to Envy? 3. Profitably, provoking them to love and good works?
2. Peaceably, not provoking them to Envy? 3. Profitably, provoking them to love and good works?
crd av-j, xx vvg pno32 p-acp n1? crd av-j, vvg pno32 pc-acp vvi cc j n2?
(15) part (DIV2)
412
Page 131
1921
12. Concerning your carriage to those Without.
12. Concerning your carriage to those Without.
crd vvg po22 n1 p-acp d p-acp.
(16) part (DIV2)
413
Page 131
1922
Q. Have I carried my self to those without, 1. Wisely, that they have not been a snare to me,
Q. Have I carried my self to those without, 1. Wisely, that they have not been a snare to me,
np1 vhb pns11 vvn po11 n1 p-acp d p-acp, crd np1, cst pns32 vhb xx vbn dt n1 p-acp pno11,
(16) part (DIV2)
414
Page 131
1923
nor I through my fault, become a Prey unto them. 2. Inoffensively: Have I not been a stumbling-block to them?
nor I through my fault, become a Prey unto them. 2. Inoffensively: Have I not been a stumbling-block to them?
ccx pns11 p-acp po11 n1, vvb dt n1 p-acp pno32. crd np1: vhb pns11 xx vbn dt n1 p-acp pno32?
(16) part (DIV2)
414
Page 131
1924
3. Courteously and compassionately, that I might the better win upon them?
3. Courteously and compassionately, that I might the better win upon them?
crd av-j cc av-j, cst pns11 vmd dt av-jc vvi p-acp pno32?
(16) part (DIV2)
416
Page 132
1925
3. Concerning Providences.
3. Concerning Providences.
crd vvg n2.
(17) part (DIV2)
416
Page 132
1926
Q. 1. Have I diligently observed all the remarkable Providences of God towards me, especially such as have come in,
Q. 1. Have I diligently observed all the remarkable Providences of God towards me, especially such as have come in,
np1 crd vhb pns11 av-j vvd d dt j n2 pp-f np1 p-acp pno11, av-j d c-acp vhb vvn p-acp,
(17) part (DIV2)
417
Page 132
1927
as the Returns of Prayer? 2. Have I been thankful for my daily Mercies?
as the Returns of Prayer? 2. Have I been thankful for my daily mercies?
c-acp dt vvz pp-f n1? crd vhb pns11 vbn j p-acp po11 j n2?
(17) part (DIV2)
417
Page 132
1928
3. Have I born this dayes crosses?
3. Have I born this days Crosses?
crd vhb pns11 vvn d ng2 n2?
(17) part (DIV2)
419
Page 132
1929
14. Concerning the use of your Liberty. Q. Have I kept my self far enough within my bounds?
14. Concerning the use of your Liberty. Q. Have I kept my self Far enough within my bounds?
crd vvg dt n1 pp-f po22 n1. np1 vhb pns11 vvn po11 n1 av-j av-d p-acp po11 n2?
(18) part (DIV2)
419
Page 132
1930
In Summe,
In Sum,
p-acp n1,
(19) part (DIV2)
420
Page 132
1931
Q. 1. What have I done for God or my Soul this day? have I not lost one day more?
Q. 1. What have I done for God or my Soul this day? have I not lost one day more?
np1 crd q-crq vhb pns11 vdn p-acp np1 cc po11 n1 d n1? vhb pns11 xx vvn crd n1 av-dc?
(19) part (DIV2)
421
Page 132
1932
2. Have I led, this day A Diligent Watchful Self-denying Life.
2. Have I led, this day A Diligent Watchful Self-denying Life.
crd vhb pns11 vvn, d n1 dt j j j n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
422
Page 132
1933
Directions for the Morning.
Directions for the Morning.
n2 p-acp dt n1.
(20) part (DIV2)
423
Page 133
1934
1. If through necessity or carelesness, you have omitted the reading and weighing these Questions in the Evening, be sure to do it now. 2. Ask thy self.
1. If through necessity or carelessness, you have omitted the reading and weighing these Questions in the Evening, be sure to do it now. 2. Ask thy self.
crd cs p-acp n1 cc n1, pn22 vhb vvn dt n-vvg cc vvg d n2 p-acp dt n1, vbb j pc-acp vdi pn31 av. crd vvb po21 n1.
(20) part (DIV2)
424
Page 133
1935
Waht Sins have I committed? what Duties have I omitted? Against which of these Rules have I offended, the day foregoing? And renew thy Repentance, and double thy Watch.
Waht Sins have I committed? what Duties have I omitted? Against which of these Rules have I offended, the day foregoing? And renew thy Repentance, and double thy Watch.
r-crq n2 vhb pns11 vvn? q-crq n2 vhb pns11 vvn? p-acp r-crq pp-f d n2 vhb pns11 vvn, dt n1 vvg? cc vvb po21 n1, cc vvb po21 n1.
(20) part (DIV2)
425
Page 133
1936
3. Examine, whether God were first and last in thy Thoughts, Morning and Evening. 4. Be careful to set thine Ends right, for all the day.
3. Examine, whither God were First and last in thy Thoughts, Morning and Evening. 4. Be careful to Set thine Ends right, for all the day.
crd vvb, cs np1 vbdr ord cc ord p-acp po21 n2, n1 cc n1. crd vbb j pc-acp vvi po21 n2 j-jn, c-acp d dt n1.
(20) part (DIV2)
426
Page 133
1937
An Advertisement.
an Advertisement.
dt n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
427
Page 133
1938
If you want time to make daily enquiry upon every one of the forementioned Particulars, (they being so many) set a mark upon,
If you want time to make daily enquiry upon every one of the forementioned Particulars, (they being so many) Set a mark upon,
cs pn22 vvb n1 pc-acp vvi j n1 p-acp d crd pp-f dt j n2-j, (pns32 vbg av d) vvb dt n1 p-acp,
(21) part (DIV2)
428
Page 133
1939
or write out such of them, as most especially concern your Case, and let not them be forgotten.
or write out such of them, as most especially concern your Case, and let not them be forgotten.
cc vvi av d pp-f pno32, c-acp ds av-j vvb po22 n1, cc vvb xx pno32 vbi vvn.
(21) part (DIV2)
428
Page 133
1940
Think not thy self excused from this course, because 'tis too long; when, if need be, thou may'st thus make it shorter:
Think not thy self excused from this course, Because it's too long; when, if need be, thou Mayest thus make it shorter:
vvb xx po21 n1 vvn p-acp d n1, c-acp pn31|vbz av av-j; c-crq, cs n1 vbi, pns21 vm2 av vvi pn31 jc:
(21) part (DIV2)
428
Page 133
1941
Better cut short, than wholly give out.
Better Cut short, than wholly give out.
jc vvb j, cs av-jn vvi av.
(21) part (DIV2)
428
Page 133
1942
For the help of the weaker, I shall gather out these few of the chief Interrogatories, which when they are straitned for time, they may only use;
For the help of the Weaker, I shall gather out these few of the chief Interrogatories, which when they Are straitened for time, they may only use;
p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt jc, pns11 vmb vvi av d d pp-f dt j-jn n2-jn, r-crq c-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n1, pns32 vmb av-j vvi;
(21) part (DIV2)
429
Page 133
1943
and to which they may add more as they have occasion and opportunity.
and to which they may add more as they have occasion and opportunity.
cc p-acp r-crq pns32 vmb vvi av-dc p-acp pns32 vhb n1 cc n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
429
Page 133
1944
Q. 1. Was I serious, and had I any sensible Communion with God, this day, in my Secret, and Family Duties?
Q. 1. Was I serious, and had I any sensible Communion with God, this day, in my Secret, and Family Duties?
np1 crd vbds pns11 j, cc vhd pns11 d j n1 p-acp np1, d n1, p-acp po11 n-jn, cc n1 n2?
(21) part (DIV2)
430
Page 134
1945
2. Hath it been my care to keep mine heart in an holy Frame, from Duty to Duty?
2. Hath it been my care to keep mine heart in an holy Frame, from Duty to Duty?
crd vhz pn31 vbn po11 n1 pc-acp vvi po11 n1 p-acp dt j n1, p-acp n1 p-acp n1?
(21) part (DIV2)
431
Page 134
1946
3. Have I been much in holy Ejaculations
3. Have I been much in holy Ejaculations
crd vhb pns11 vbn d p-acp j n2
(21) part (DIV2)
432
Page 134
1947
4. Have I not given liberty to the working of Pride, sinful Anger, Discontent, or Impatience;
4. Have I not given liberty to the working of Pride, sinful Anger, Discontent, or Impatience;
crd vhb pns11 xx vvn n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n1, j n1, n1, cc n1;
(21) part (DIV2)
433
Page 134
1948
nor so much as to vain Thoughts? 5. Have I not inordinately minded Earthly things?
nor so much as to vain Thoughts? 5. Have I not inordinately minded Earthly things?
ccx av av-d c-acp p-acp j n2? crd vhb pns11 xx av-j vvn j n2?
(21) part (DIV2)
433
Page 134
1949
6. Have I kept me from [ Mine ] Iniquity, and not liv'd in any known sin?
6. Have I kept me from [ Mine ] Iniquity, and not lived in any known since?
crd vhb pns11 vvn pno11 p-acp [ png11 ] n1, cc xx vvn p-acp d j-vvn n1?
(21) part (DIV2)
435
Page 134
1950
7. Have I wronged no man in word nor deed? 8. Have I been temperate and self-denying in the use of the Creatures?
7. Have I wronged no man in word nor deed? 8. Have I been temperate and self-denying in the use of the Creatures?
crd vhb pns11 vvn dx n1 p-acp n1 ccx n1? crd vhb pns11 vbn j cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2?
(21) part (DIV2)
436
Page 134
1951
9. Hath the Law of the Lord been much in my mouth?
9. Hath the Law of the Lord been much in my Mouth?
crd vhz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbn d p-acp po11 n1?
(21) part (DIV2)
438
Page 135
1952
10. Have I not sent Christ away without an Alms, when I had it by me?
10. Have I not sent christ away without an Alms, when I had it by me?
crd vhb pns11 xx vvn np1 av p-acp dt n2, c-crq pns11 vhd pn31 p-acp pno11?
(21) part (DIV2)
439
Page 135
1953
11. Have I not lost an opportunity of doing or receiving good?
11. Have I not lost an opportunity of doing or receiving good?
crd vhb pns11 xx vvn dt n1 pp-f vdg cc vvg j?
(21) part (DIV2)
440
Page 135
1954
12. Have I not neglected nor done any thing against my duty to my Relations?
12. Have I not neglected nor done any thing against my duty to my Relations?
crd vhb pns11 xx vvn ccx vdn d n1 p-acp po11 n1 p-acp po11 n2?
(21) part (DIV2)
441
Page 135
1955
13. What have I done for God or my Soul this day? have I not lost one day more?
13. What have I done for God or my Soul this day? have I not lost one day more?
crd q-crq vhb pns11 vdn p-acp np1 cc po11 n1 d n1? vhb pns11 xx vvn crd n1 av-dc?
(21) part (DIV2)
442
Page 135
1956
14. Have I been diligent and watchful?
14. Have I been diligent and watchful?
crd vhb pns11 vbn j cc j?
(21) part (DIV2)
443
Page 135
1957
Christians, here is a course prescribed, which by the ordinary assistance, which the Lord doth not deny, you may take up if you will;Christians, Here is a course prescribed, which by the ordinary assistance, which the Lord does not deny, you may take up if you will;
np1, av vbz dt n1 vvn, r-crq p-acp dt j n1, r-crq dt n1 vdz xx vvi, pn22 vmb vvi a-acp cs pn22 vmb;
(21) part (DIV2)
444
Page 135
1958
and which if you conscientiously observe, will be, without doubt, through the blessing of God, attended with great suc•ess.
and which if you conscientiously observe, will be, without doubt, through the blessing of God, attended with great suc•ess.
cc r-crq cs pn22 av-j vvb, vmb vbi, p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvn p-acp j n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
444
Page 135
1959
And those that do not take up this course, or some other equivalent to it, let them never think to ease their hearts, by idle complaints, I can't attain to such a holy,
And those that do not take up this course, or Some other equivalent to it, let them never think to ease their hearts, by idle complaints, I can't attain to such a holy,
cc d cst vdb xx vvi a-acp d n1, cc d j-jn j p-acp pn31, vvb pno32 av-x vvi pc-acp vvi po32 n2, p-acp j n2, pns11 vmb|pn31 vvi p-acp d dt j,
(21) part (DIV2)
444
Page 135
1960
even, fruitful, heavenly life, as I desire, I would, but I cannot;
even, fruitful, heavenly life, as I desire, I would, but I cannot;
av, j, j n1, c-acp pns11 vvb, pns11 vmd, cc-acp pns11 vmbx;
(21) part (DIV2)
444
Page 135
1961
God will abhorr such lazy Complaints, and look upon them as they are, a meer device to keep you quiet under a sloathful heart.
God will abhor such lazy Complaints, and look upon them as they Are, a mere device to keep you quiet under a slothful heart.
n1 vmb vvi d j n2, cc vvb p-acp pno32 c-acp pns32 vbr, dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 j-jn p-acp dt j n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
444
Page 135
1962
Set your whole Duty daily before your eyes, charge it upon your hearts, take an account of your selves, how you discharge it;
Set your Whole Duty daily before your eyes, charge it upon your hearts, take an account of your selves, how you discharge it;
vvb po22 j-jn n1 av-j p-acp po22 n2, vvb pn31 p-acp po22 n2, vvb dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, c-crq pn22 vvb pn31;
(21) part (DIV2)
445
Page 136
1963
set upon it as that which is no other than you have vowed to th• Lord;
Set upon it as that which is no other than you have vowed to th• Lord;
vvb p-acp pn31 p-acp d r-crq vbz dx n-jn cs pn22 vhb vvn p-acp n1 n1;
(21) part (DIV2)
445
Page 136
1964
commit your selves, and your waies to him for success:
commit your selves, and your ways to him for success:
vvb po22 n2, cc po22 n2 p-acp pno31 p-acp n1:
(21) part (DIV2)
445
Page 136
1965
and if this doth not mightily conduce to advance you in point of holiness, and establish you in point of peace,
and if this does not mightily conduce to advance you in point of holiness, and establish you in point of peace,
cc cs d vdz xx av-j vvi pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc vvi pn22 p-acp n1 pp-f n1,
(21) part (DIV2)
445
Page 136
1966
then say, that both the Precepts and Promises of the Gospel have deceived you. And thus I have set before you that holy Conversation which becometh the Gospel.
then say, that both the Precepts and Promises of the Gospel have deceived you. And thus I have Set before you that holy Conversation which Becometh the Gospel.
av vvb, cst d dt n2 cc vvz pp-f dt n1 vhb vvn pn22. cc av pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pn22 d j n1 r-crq vvz dt n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
445
Page 136
1967
Take up this holy Course, let this be your Life you mean to lead; and let it be carried on, In an holy Union. In an United Contention. In an Holy Boldness. 1. In an holy Union;
Take up this holy Course, let this be your Life you mean to led; and let it be carried on, In an holy union. In an United Contention. In an Holy Boldness. 1. In an holy union;
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Page 136
1968
So the Apostle there adds, Stand fast in one s•irit with one mind. Never look to thrive in Grace, if you do not live in Peace.
So the Apostle there adds, Stand fast in one s•irit with one mind. Never look to thrive in Grace, if you do not live in Peace.
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Page 136
1969
The decayes of Christianity lye much upon the score of the divisions of Christian.
The decays of Christianity lie much upon the score of the divisions of Christian.
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Page 136
1970
The Devil hath also taken up that Maxim, Divide et Impera, Rent them and Ruine them.
The devil hath also taken up that Maxim, Divide et Impera, Rend them and Ruin them.
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447
Page 136
1971
The reason why our love is so cold, is because our differences are so hot. The reason of so little zeal against sin, hath been the great strife among Brethren.
The reason why our love is so cold, is Because our differences Are so hight. The reason of so little zeal against since, hath been the great strife among Brothers.
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447
Page 136
1972
The Combinations of Sinners have not so much prejudiced the power of holiness, as the Contentions of Saints.
The Combinations of Sinners have not so much prejudiced the power of holiness, as the Contentions of Saints.
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Page 136
1973
There are not a few who go under the name of Saints, that have maintained disputes about Religion so long, till they have disputed themselves out of all Religion;
There Are not a few who go under the name of Saints, that have maintained disputes about Religion so long, till they have disputed themselves out of all Religion;
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447
Page 136
1974
their searching for Truth, hath been the loss of both love and life. Christians, if ever you would be any thing, be one;
their searching for Truth, hath been the loss of both love and life. Christians, if ever you would be any thing, be one;
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447
Page 137
1975
be of one heart, of one mind, holding the unity of the spirit in the bond of peace.
be of one heart, of one mind, holding the unity of the Spirit in the bound of peace.
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448
Page 137
1976
It were greatly to be desired, that the people of God were both of one heart, and of one way: But if this may not yet be,
It were greatly to be desired, that the people of God were both of one heart, and of one Way: But if this may not yet be,
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448
Page 137
1977
if there cannot be Ʋniformity, yet let there be Ʋnity, betwixt all that fear the Lord in truth.
if there cannot be Ʋniformity, yet let there be Ʋnity, betwixt all that Fear the Lord in truth.
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448
Page 137
1978
A few words I shall leave with you for your direction herein: 1. Divide not from the Head, to unite with any pretended Members;
A few words I shall leave with you for your direction herein: 1. Divide not from the Head, to unite with any pretended Members;
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449
Page 137
1979
hold not with them, that hold not with the Head. Sell not Truth, clear, fundamental Truth, to buy Peace.
hold not with them, that hold not with the Head. Fell not Truth, clear, fundamental Truth, to buy Peace.
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450
Page 137
1980
2. Divide not from real Members, lest you hereby prove your division from the Head. Christ hath but one body,
2. Divide not from real Members, lest you hereby prove your division from the Head. christ hath but one body,
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451
Page 137
1981
if you be not in union with the body, you are divided from the head. 3. See the head in every member; see Christ in every Saint.
if you be not in Union with the body, you Are divided from the head. 3. See the head in every member; see christ in every Saint.
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451
Page 137
1982
4. Prize Christ where ever you see him. Love Christ, and love his Image; if you will not slight Christ, slight not any Saint.
4. Prize christ where ever you see him. Love christ, and love his Image; if you will not slight christ, slight not any Saint.
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453
Page 137
1983
See'st thou an humble, meek, patient, broken-hearted, self-denying, mortified Christian;
See thou an humble, meek, patient, brokenhearted, self-denying, mortified Christian;
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453
Page 137
1984
in whatsoever unpleasing form (as to matters circumstantiall) he appears, despise him no•, reject him not.
in whatsoever unpleasing from (as to matters circumstantial) he appears, despise him no•, reject him not.
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453
Page 137
1985
5. Prize Peace and Union, as the strength and honour of the Body.
5. Prize Peace and union, as the strength and honour of the Body.
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454
Page 138
1986
6. Pursue Peace and Union, with the utmost strength of thy Soul. And that you may obtain it,
6. Pursue Peace and union, with the utmost strength of thy Soul. And that you may obtain it,
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455
Page 138
1987
1. Let all parties that are named of Christ, be humbled under former Divisions.
1. Let all parties that Are nam of christ, be humbled under former Divisions.
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456
Page 138
1988
What Peace so long as God is angry? Oh how have we provoked the Lord, by provoking one another!
What Peace so long as God is angry? O how have we provoked the Lord, by provoking one Another!
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456
Page 138
1989
Let him only who hath been without sin in this matter, be without sorrow and shame.
Let him only who hath been without since in this matter, be without sorrow and shame.
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Page 138
1990
Sure they are hard hearts, who are not broken under such breaches.
Sure they Are hard hearts, who Are not broken under such Breaches.
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457
Page 138
1991
Let us not mistake our selves, nor mis-call that Zeal for God, which God will call Pride, and peevishness.
Let us not mistake our selves, nor miscall that Zeal for God, which God will call Pride, and peevishness.
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457
Page 138
1992
I speak not against our being offended, either with errour or iniquity; we may not call evil, good;
I speak not against our being offended, either with error or iniquity; we may not call evil, good;
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458
Page 138
1993
or darkness light, for peace sake; but at our unreasonable passions, against whom we suppose erring Brethren.
or darkness Light, for peace sake; but At our unreasonable passion, against whom we suppose erring Brothers.
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458
Page 138
1994
If the Reproach of the Gospel, the hardning of the perverse, the stumbling of the weak,
If the Reproach of the Gospel, the hardening of the perverse, the stumbling of the weak,
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459
Page 138
1995
if the hindring of Edi•ication, the promoting of Confusion, and every evil work, which have been the sad Effects of our Divisions;
if the hindering of Edi•ication, the promoting of Confusion, and every evil work, which have been the sad Effects of our Divisions;
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459
Page 138
1996
if Pride and Haughtiness, if Vanity and Wantonness, if Envy and Uncharitableness, which have been the Womb from which our Contentions have sprung, be matter of Humiliation,
if Pride and Haughtiness, if Vanity and Wantonness, if Envy and Uncharitableness, which have been the Womb from which our Contentions have sprung, be matter of Humiliation,
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459
Page 138
1997
then sure we had need be brought upon our knees: We must be melted, e're we can be moulded up into one.
then sure we had need be brought upon our knees: We must be melted, ever we can be moulded up into one.
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459
Page 138
1998
2. Let all parties unite sincerely in their ends: Let the honour of Christ, the advancement of practical Godliness, the destruction of the interest of the flesh, the edification of the whole body, in Faith and Holiness, be look'd at with a single Eye,
2. Let all parties unite sincerely in their ends: Let the honour of christ, the advancement of practical Godliness, the destruction of the Interest of the Flesh, the edification of the Whole body, in Faith and Holiness, be looked At with a single Eye,
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460
Page 139
1999
and pursued with a plain and honest heart;
and pursued with a plain and honest heart;
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460
Page 139
2000
Let not the interest of a party, the affection of Superiority and Dominion, the carrying on of selfish or fleshly Designs, let the God, or the Christ, you are driving for, unbyass your Spirits, take the right mark,
Let not the Interest of a party, the affection of Superiority and Dominion, the carrying on of selfish or fleshly Designs, let the God, or the christ, you Are driving for, unbyass your Spirits, take the right mark,
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Page 139
2001
and let your motions be sincerely level'd at it.
and let your motions be sincerely leveled At it.
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Page 139
2002
If we were once set right in our ends•, an accommodation of all our differences, about, the means, would be more facile and feisable, Prov. 11. 3, 5. The integrity of the upright shall guide him, the Righteousness of the perfect shall direct his way.
If we were once Set right in our ends•, an accommodation of all our differences, about, the means, would be more facile and feisable, Curae 11. 3, 5. The integrity of the upright shall guide him, the Righteousness of the perfect shall Direct his Way.
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Page 139
2003
Humble, single, honest hearts, are most like to hi• upon the good and honest way:
Humble, single, honest hearts, Are most like to hi• upon the good and honest Way:
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Page 139
2004
if we had nothing 〈 ◊ 〉 do, but to please the Lord, we should not have much to do to please one another.
if we had nothing 〈 ◊ 〉 do, but to please the Lord, we should not have much to do to please one Another.
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Page 139
2005
3. Let all parties unite in this Rule, Do as you would be done by;
3. Let all parties unite in this Rule, Do as you would be done by;
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Page 139
2006
that is, as being well informed, and advised, and freed from evil, and discomposed Affections, (for so the Rule is to be understood) you would that Men should do unto you:
that is, as being well informed, and advised, and freed from evil, and discomposed Affections, (for so the Rule is to be understood) you would that Men should do unto you:
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461
Page 139
2007
Allow to others, what you challenge to your selves; or would, if you were in their Circumstances:
Allow to Others, what you challenge to your selves; or would, if you were in their circumstances:
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Page 139
2008
Deny not what you would demand:
Deny not what you would demand:
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Page 139
2009
The same Liberty, the same Charity that you would expect from other Christians, allow to them.
The same Liberty, the same Charity that you would expect from other Christians, allow to them.
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Page 139
2010
4. No longer tie up Christ to a party. Say not, Loe here is Christ, and not there:
4. No longer tie up christ to a party. Say not, Lo Here is christ, and not there:
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462
Page 139
2011
Say of all Believers, though of different Forms, As we are Christs, so they are Christs.
Say of all Believers, though of different Forms, As we Are Christ, so they Are Christ.
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462
Page 140
2012
Of all the Subdivisions of Protestants, that are considerable amongst us, there's no party, the union with which makes us,
Of all the Subdivisions of Protestants, that Are considerable among us, there's no party, the Union with which makes us,
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Page 140
2013
or the seperation from which únmakes us, Christians.
or the separation from which únmakes us, Christians.
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Page 140
2014
We had need to have more to shew for our Christianity, than that we are Presbyterians, Independents, Anabaptists, Episcopal, or Erastians; and the Devil must have more to prove us no Christians,
We had need to have more to show for our Christianity, than that we Are Presbyterians, Independents, Anabaptists, Episcopal, or Erastians; and the devil must have more to prove us not Christians,
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Page 140
2015
than this, that we are in union with either of these, or in separation from them.
than this, that we Are in Union with either of these, or in separation from them.
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462
Page 140
2016
5. In matters circumstantial, be not over-hasty in stamping a Jus Divinum on Things disputable and doubtful:
5. In matters circumstantial, be not overhasty in stamping a Jus Divinum on Things disputable and doubtful:
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Page 140
2017
Put no more weight, nor a greater necessity, on any thing, than God hath evidently put on it;
Put no more weight, nor a greater necessity, on any thing, than God hath evidently put on it;
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Page 140
2018
and spend no more of your zeal about it, than is proportionable to its weight and evidence.
and spend no more of your zeal about it, than is proportionable to its weight and evidence.
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Page 140
2019
6. Allow for the imperfect state the Church is in, we know but in part;
6. Allow for the imperfect state the Church is in, we know but in part;
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Page 140
2020
and till that which is perfect is come, and that which is imperfect is done away, we must bear with one another,
and till that which is perfect is come, and that which is imperfect is done away, we must bear with one Another,
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Page 140
2021
if in any things we be otherwise minded. 7. Stretch not your Authority beyond your Line, take not too much upon you:
if in any things we be otherwise minded. 7. Stretch not your authority beyond your Line, take not too much upon you:
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Page 140
2022
Think not to bring all others, in every thing, to your Standard; impose not your Consciences, as a Law upon others.
Think not to bring all Others, in every thing, to your Standard; impose not your Consciences, as a Law upon Others.
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Page 140
2023
8. Put not Conscience to the ill office of being a meer Make-bate, catch not up every Notion,
8. Put not Conscience to the ill office of being a mere Makebate, catch not up every Notion,
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Page 140
2024
and presently charge it upon Conscience, as that which must be maintained, though to the greatest prejudice of the whole Interest of Religion,
and presently charge it upon Conscience, as that which must be maintained, though to the greatest prejudice of the Whole Interest of Religion,
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Page 141
2025
and so rent and run away from all those that agree not with you. Be not rash, be not heady; be tender, but be wary;
and so rend and run away from all those that agree not with you. Be not rash, be not heady; be tender, but be wary;
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Page 141
2026
be well instructed, if you will be truly tender: first carefully inform thy Conscience, and then peaceably follow it.
be well instructed, if you will be truly tender: First carefully inform thy Conscience, and then peaceably follow it.
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Page 141
2027
Of what is that Conscience tender, that is not tender of making Wounds and Rents, in the Body of Christ?
Of what is that Conscience tender, that is not tender of making Wounds and Rends, in the Body of christ?
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Page 141
2028
9. Beware of Censurings and Judgings, of biting and devouring one another. If ye bite, and devour one another, ye shall be consumed one of another.
9. Beware of Censurings and Judgings, of biting and devouring one Another. If you bite, and devour one Another, you shall be consumed one of Another.
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Page 141
2029
Let him that is without fault, cast the first stone at his Erring Brother. Be not bitter against the bitterness of others:
Let him that is without fault, cast the First stone At his Erring Brother. Be not bitter against the bitterness of Others:
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Page 141
2030
if others sowerness offend thee, yet let it not leaven thee: Be not reviled into a Reviler, scoffed into a Scoffer; overcome Evil with Goodness:
if Others sourness offend thee, yet let it not leaven thee: Be not reviled into a Reviler, scoffed into a Scoffer; overcome Evil with goodness:
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'Tis not seldom that our Invectives against others Bitterness, are more keen and cutting, than what we complain of: Justifie not what thou judgest;
It's not seldom that our Invectives against Others Bitterness, Are more keen and cutting, than what we complain of: Justify not what thou Judges;
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Practise not thy self, what in the same Breath thou condemnest in thy Brethren: Throw not back thy Brother's Fire-balls in his face, le•t in censuring him, thou be also thine own Judge:
practice not thy self, what in the same Breath thou Condemnest in thy Brothers: Throw not back thy Brother's Fireballs in his face, le•t in censuring him, thou be also thine own Judge:
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Pursue not matters in difference over hotly, but learn modestly and meekly to differ, where you cannot agree.
Pursue not matters in difference over hotly, but Learn modestly and meekly to differ, where you cannot agree.
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10. Let your Conversation be so holy, humble, and heavenly, carry your selves in such simplicity,
10. Let your Conversation be so holy, humble, and heavenly, carry your selves in such simplicity,
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and godly sincerity, towards God, towards one another, and towards all men, that you may command each other to believe, that however you agree not about your Mother, yet you are all the Children of the same Father; that you are of God,
and godly sincerity, towards God, towards one Another, and towards all men, that you may command each other to believe, that however you agree not about your Mother, yet you Are all the Children of the same Father; that you Are of God,
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and that the Spirit of the Living God dwelleth in you. 11. Hold Communion in the Things wherein you agree, and Charity where you differ:
and that the Spirit of the Living God dwells in you. 11. Hold Communion in the Things wherein you agree, and Charity where you differ:
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May you not pray, and fast, and hear, and hold Christian Conferences together? Sure there is not overmuch of Gospel Spirit, where this will not be granted?
May you not pray, and fast, and hear, and hold Christian Conferences together? Sure there is not overmuch of Gospel Spirit, where this will not be granted?
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12. Impose not on each other any hard and unnecessity Conditions of your communion.
12. Impose not on each other any hard and unnecessity Conditions of your communion.
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Suppose, upon your differing Judgments, there be in some things different practices, which some of you iudge less warrantable,
Suppose, upon your differing Judgments, there be in Some things different practices, which Some of you judge less warrantable,
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whil'st the Consciences of others allow and use; press not the relinquishing such questionable practices, as the condition of your communion;
whilst the Consciences of Others allow and use; press not the relinquishing such questionable practices, as the condition of your communion;
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especially, if they be not mingled with the Daties wherein you joyn, but are used by any of you, at other times, or in other Assemblies.
especially, if they be not mingled with the Duties wherein you join, but Are used by any of you, At other times, or in other Assemblies.
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Excommunicate not them from you, excommunicate not your selves from them, with whom Christ holds Communion.
Excommunicate not them from you, excommunicate not your selves from them, with whom christ holds Communion.
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Judge not that Christ withdraws, from all those, who are not in every thing, of your Mind and Way ▪ Destroy not all communion, by seeking after a purer,
Judge not that christ withdraws, from all those, who Are not in every thing, of your Mind and Way ▪ Destroy not all communion, by seeking After a Purer,
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than in this out imperfect state, we shall ever attain.
than in this out imperfect state, we shall ever attain.
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According to this principle, (No Communion at all, if not in all) where shall we rest? In all Societies something will offend.
According to this principle, (No Communion At all, if not in all) where shall we rest? In all Societies something will offend.
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13. And lastly, in your communion receive not one another to doubtful Disputations: Let your Prayers, Conferences, and all Holy Exercises, be studiously so managed, that there may be a sweet Accord of your Spirits therein:
13. And lastly, in your communion receive not one Another to doubtful Disputations: Let your Prayers, Conferences, and all Holy Exercises, be studiously so managed, that there may be a sweet Accord of your Spirits therein:
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Come not together to strengthen Parties, or propagate Opinions: Let all matters of Controversie be waved;
Come not together to strengthen Parties, or propagate Opinions: Let all matters of Controversy be waved;
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and hereof let there be such mutual Assurance given aforehand, that you may be together, without fear of becoming Thorns or Snares one to another:
and hereof let there be such mutual Assurance given aforehand, that you may be together, without Fear of becoming Thorns or Snares one to Another:
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Which, if it be not unanimously consented to, and inviolably observed, your communion will be impossible, or dangerous.
Which, if it be not unanimously consented to, and inviolably observed, your communion will be impossible, or dangerous.
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Christians, Are the clear and fundamental Truths of the Gospel, and the more necessary and weighty Duties of Religion, sufficiently understood and practised? Are your Souls safe? Is your Calling and Election sure? Is the Love,
Christians, are the clear and fundamental Truths of the Gospel, and the more necessary and weighty Duties of Religion, sufficiently understood and practised? are your Souls safe? Is your Calling and Election sure? Is the Love,
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and Life, and Zeal of God, grown up to that maturity, that you need not mutual help this way? Have you any spare time from these things, to spend in perplexing Controversies? Build up one another in your most Holy Faith, provoke one another to Love,
and Life, and Zeal of God, grown up to that maturity, that you need not mutual help this Way? Have you any spare time from these things, to spend in perplexing Controversies? Built up one Another in your most Holy Faith, provoke one Another to Love,
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and to good Works, encourage, establish, and strengthen one another in the known ways of Holiness,
and to good Works, encourage, establish, and strengthen one Another in the known ways of Holiness,
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and if you find not this both better work, and work enough for you, then take your Liberty.
and if you find not this both better work, and work enough for you, then take your Liberty.
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These things do live in peace, and love, and the God of Peace shall be with you. These things do live in peace, and love, and the God of Peace shall be with you.
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Hear, oh all ye Friends of Christ, by what oblique Names soever unhappily distinguished!
Hear, o all you Friends of christ, by what oblique Names soever unhappily distinguished!
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will you come and be Friends one with another? Are you for peace? Your God is the God of Peace: Your Jesus is the Prince of Peace: Your Gospel is the Gospel of Peace; and will you not be perswaded to be Sons of Peace? Your God is one, your Mediator is one, your Faith one, your Baptism one, your Hope one;
will you come and be Friends one with Another? are you for peace? Your God is the God of Peace: Your jesus is the Prince of Peace: Your Gospel is the Gospel of Peace; and will you not be persuaded to be Sons of Peace? Your God is one, your Mediator is one, your Faith one, your Baptism one, your Hope one;
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you are one Body, one Spirit, and will you not yet be one Soul? Oh how hopeful would our Condition be, were our Hearts generally set upon peace!
you Are one Body, one Spirit, and will you not yet be one Soul? O how hopeful would our Condition be, were our Hearts generally Set upon peace!
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We should certainly obtain, did we more resolvedly pursue it:
We should Certainly obtain, did we more resolvedly pursue it:
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and what should hinder? Have you not yet enough of your Contentions, and Quarrellings? Have not your Souls been sufficiently neglected, your Lusts strengthned, your Faith weakned, your Love withered, your Comforts wasted, your Names blemish'd, your Holy Profession blamed? Hath not your God been sufficiently provoked,
and what should hinder? Have you not yet enough of your Contentions, and Quarrelings? Have not your Souls been sufficiently neglected, your Lustiest strengthened, your Faith weakened, your Love withered, your Comforts wasted, your Names blemished, your Holy Profession blamed? Hath not your God been sufficiently provoked,
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and the Devil sufficiently gratified? Are your Bellies so filled with Gall, and your Mouths with Gravel,
and the devil sufficiently gratified? are your Bellies so filled with Gall, and your Mouths with Gravel,
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and have you not yet enough of your Contentions? Christians, Slight not these Counsells and Warnings.
and have you not yet enough of your Contentions? Christians, Slight not these Counsels and Warnings.
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As you would prove your selves the Friends of Christ, be ye followers of peace. Study, oh study these things that make for peace.
As you would prove your selves the Friends of christ, be you followers of peace. Study, o study these things that make for peace.
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Follow peace with all men, as much as in you is, but especially with the houshold of Faith.Follow peace with all men, as much as in you is, but especially with the household of Faith.
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Let there be no longer strife betwixt us, for we are brethren. Yet alwaies remember, I am pressing you to an holy Union;Let there be no longer strife betwixt us, for we Are brothers. Yet always Remember, I am pressing you to an holy union;
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whil'st I perswade you to follow peace, I must still add [ and holiness: ] I perswade you not to pursue peace, upon tearms dishonourable or prejudicial to Truth; They must have both together, that will be blessed in either:
whilst I persuade you to follow peace, I must still add [ and holiness: ] I persuade you not to pursue peace, upon terms dishonourable or prejudicial to Truth; They must have both together, that will be blessed in either:
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Truth without Peace, is as a Jewel without its Cabinet; Peace without Truth, is as a Cabinet with nothing in it.
Truth without Peace, is as a Jewel without its Cabinet; Peace without Truth, is as a Cabinet with nothing in it.
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Peace without holiness, is as a fair and promising shell, with a rotten, or worm-eaten kernell;
Peace without holiness, is as a fair and promising shell, with a rotten, or Worm-eaten kernel;
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holinesse without peace, is as a pretious kernel, under a crack'd and broken shell. They that have peace without truth, have nothing worth the securing;
holiness without peace, is as a precious kernel, under a cracked and broken shell. They that have peace without truth, have nothing worth the securing;
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they that have truth without peace, have little security for what they have. Peace without truth, is beauty without worth;
they that have truth without peace, have little security for what they have. Peace without truth, is beauty without worth;
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Truth without peace, is worth with its beauty marred.
Truth without peace, is worth with its beauty marred.
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Let both go together, and then they will be, both the Columna Ecclesiae, the Pillar of the Church, rendring it consistent within it self;
Let both go together, and then they will be, both the Columna Ecclesiae, the Pillar of the Church, rendering it consistent within it self;
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and the Corona Ecclesiae, its Crown, rendring it comely and glorious before the World.
and the Corona Ecclesiae, its Crown, rendering it comely and glorious before the World.
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Be it thus with us, and then Sathan look to thy self, thy kingdom shall down amain;
Be it thus with us, and then Sathan look to thy self, thy Kingdom shall down amain;
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when thou canst no longer hold up division, thou losest thy dominion. Then Saints lift up your heads, your Communion shall be sweet, your glory shall be gre•t, your light shall shine, your fruit shall abou•d, the smell of your spices shall slow forth;
when thou Canst no longer hold up division, thou losest thy dominion. Then Saints lift up your Heads, your Communion shall be sweet, your glory shall be gre•t, your Light shall shine, your fruit shall abou•d, the smell of your spices shall slow forth;
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your adversaries shall envy, and your King shall grea•ly delight to see your beauty. Oh may this Grace, thi• Peace be granted us from the Lord;
your Adversaries shall envy, and your King shall grea•ly delight to see your beauty. O may this Grace, thi• Peace be granted us from the Lord;
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and let all that love the prosperity of Sion, say Amen.
and let all that love the Prosperity of Sion, say Amen.
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2. In an united Contention. Striving together (saith the Apostle) for the Faith of the Gospel. Unite, but strive; strive not one against another;
2. In an united Contention. Striving together (Says the Apostle) for the Faith of the Gospel. Unite, but strive; strive not one against Another;
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Christian against Christian, but strive together; Let your Contention be in Communion. Strive together against sin, and unbelief; against hypocrisie, and ear•hliness;
Christian against Christian, but strive together; Let your Contention be in Communion. Strive together against since, and unbelief; against hypocrisy, and ear•hliness;
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strive against strife, and debate, and envyings, and judgings; strive together with God, in your prayers, and supplications:
strive against strife, and debate, and envyings, and judgings; strive together with God, in your Prayers, and supplications:
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We often pray, but our prayers do not agree:
We often pray, but our Prayers do not agree:
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by keeping at such distance, we know not one anothers hearts, and are, so many men, so many minds;
by keeping At such distance, we know not one another's hearts, and Are, so many men, so many minds;
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every one prayes according to his single apprehension, and affections: What one prayes, another unprayes;
every one prays according to his single apprehension, and affections: What one prays, Another unprays;
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insomuch, that we should put the Lord to do contradictions, if he must give particular answers to all our prayers.
insomuch, that we should put the Lord to do contradictions, if he must give particular answers to all our Prayers.
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And possibly, that may be the reason, why the Lord defers his answer so long, he will st•y till we are better agreed what we would have.
And possibly, that may be the reason, why the Lord defers his answer so long, he will st•y till we Are better agreed what we would have.
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Matth. 18. 19. If two of you agree on earth, touching any thing that they shall ask, it shall be done for them of my Father which is in heaven. Matthew 18. 19. If two of you agree on earth, touching any thing that they shall ask, it shall be done for them of my Father which is in heaven.
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S•rive together in all holy and united endeavours, to comfort, confirm and establish one another in the faith of the Gospel.
S•rive together in all holy and united endeavours, to Comfort, confirm and establish one Another in the faith of the Gospel.
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Keep up the Communion of Saints, and an united Contention against Sin and Unbelief; Remember Heb. 10. 25. 3. In an holy boldness, in nothing terrified by your adversaries.
Keep up the Communion of Saints, and an united Contention against since and Unbelief; remember Hebrew 10. 25. 3. In an holy boldness, in nothing terrified by your Adversaries.
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In nothing, that is, either in no degree; not at all terrified: or else in nothing, that you have to do;
In nothing, that is, either in no degree; not At all terrified: or Else in nothing, that you have to do;
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be frighted out of no part of your duty: or el•e at nothing that they do, or threaten to do against you.
be frighted out of no part of your duty: or el•e At nothing that they do, or threaten to do against you.
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Be not afraid to be holy.
Be not afraid to be holy.
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Tell your adversaries, when they have said and done their worst, you must, and you will, make bold to serve your God.
Tell your Adversaries, when they have said and done their worst, you must, and you will, make bold to serve your God.
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Fear them not, and they cannot hurt you; they never hurt you, unless they divert you from your duty.
fear them not, and they cannot hurt you; they never hurt you, unless they divert you from your duty.
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To establish your hearts in this holy boldness, and against your carnal fears, 1. Consider, That,
To establish your hearts in this holy boldness, and against your carnal fears, 1. Consider, That,
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1. By how much the more you fear God, by so much the less you will fear men.
1. By how much the more you Fear God, by so much the less you will Fear men.
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2. By how much the more your fear sin, by so much the less you will fear trouble.
2. By how much the more your Fear since, by so much the less you will Fear trouble.
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3. By how much the less your adversaries fear God, by so much the less need you to fear them.
3. By how much the less your Adversaries Fear God, by so much the less need you to Fear them.
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2. Believe: Psal. 27. 13. I had fainted, but that I believed.2. Believe: Psalm 27. 13. I had fainted, but that I believed.
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Faith is a Buckler against fears and faintings, Ephes. 6. 16. Above all, take the shield of faith, whereby you shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the devill.Faith is a Buckler against fears and faintings, Ephesians 6. 16. Above all, take the shield of faith, whereby you shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the Devil.
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[ The Shield of faith ] A shield is a Wall of partition, interposed betwixt a person and harm;[ The Shield of faith ] A shield is a Wall of partition, interposed betwixt a person and harm;
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'Tis only our apprehensions of harm that raise our fear: Faith will save a Christian harmless, and thereby preserve him fearless.
It's only our apprehensions of harm that raise our Fear: Faith will save a Christian harmless, and thereby preserve him fearless.
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The Shield is ordain'd for a security to all parts ▪ and against all assaults. Some pieces of our armour are appropriated to one part only;
The Shield is ordained for a security to all parts ▪ and against all assaults. some Pieces of our armour Are appropriated to one part only;
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the Helmet is for the head, the Breast-plate for the breast, the Girdle for the loins, the Shooes for the feet;
the Helmet is for the head, the Breastplate for the breast, the Girdle for the loins, the Shoes for the feet;
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but the Shield is a moveable, that is to be lifted up, where ever the blow comes. Faith is an universal security.
but the Shield is a movable, that is to be lifted up, where ever the blow comes. Faith is an universal security.
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Faith may be said to be a Shield, 1. Instrumentally:
Faith may be said to be a Shield, 1. Instrumentally:
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As it provides us of a shield, as it lifts up a shield, and sets a guard upon the Soul to secure it.
As it provides us of a shield, as it lifts up a shield, and sets a guard upon the Soul to secure it.
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It holds up Christ for a Shield; it holds up the Promises for a Shield: the very Commands, and I•stitutions, of God, for a Shield, and Safe-guard to the Soul.
It holds up christ for a Shield; it holds up the Promises for a Shield: the very Commands, and I•stitutions, of God, for a Shield, and Safeguard to the Soul.
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Sometimes the sense of guilt assails and weakens the heart:
Sometime the sense of guilt assails and weakens the heart:
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It is not so much any thing without us, as something within us, that raises our fears.
It is not so much any thing without us, as something within us, that raises our fears.
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How small a matter will fright a guilty Soul? Guilt will make every stroke a stab.
How small a matter will fright a guilty Soul? Gilded will make every stroke a stab.
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It's the barb of the arrow, the venome on the dart, or the sore of the heart, that makes every stroke formidable and terrible.
It's the barb of the arrow, the venom on the dart, or the soar of the heart, that makes every stroke formidable and terrible.
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'Tis the guil•less Soul that hath courage, and boldness.
It's the guil•less Soul that hath courage, and boldness.
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Hic murus ahaeneus esto — Now against this dreadfull Dart, Faith holds up a Buckler, with a Crucified Jesus upon it; and so that's quenched.Hic Murus ahaeneus esto — Now against this dreadful Dart, Faith holds up a Buckler, with a crucified jesus upon it; and so that's quenched.
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Sometimes darkness and uncertainties, about the way that we are in raises our fear. A Christian that knowes himself in his duty, in his way, is out of fear. Clearness gives boldness.
Sometime darkness and uncertainties, about the Way that we Are in raises our Fear. A Christian that knows himself in his duty, in his Way, is out of Fear. Clearness gives boldness.
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Whil'st we question the warrantableness of the way we are in every shadow of danger will shake us:
Whilst we question the warrantableness of the Way we Are in every shadow of danger will shake us:
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Against such fears, Faith holds up a buckler, with this Inscription, Have not I Commanded thee? It shews the Command,
Against such fears, Faith holds up a buckler, with this Inscription, Have not I Commanded thee? It shows the Command,
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and in that, our warrant, and in our warrant our security.
and in that, our warrant, and in our warrant our security.
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When we question whether our Worship, for which we are like to suffer, be right or no, Faith holds up an Institution for our •hield.
When we question whither our Worship, for which we Are like to suffer, be right or no, Faith holds up an Institution for our •hield.
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If this Fear (oh I shall not hold out, I shall deny my Lord, and his Faith, if put to it) assails the Soul;
If this fear (o I shall not hold out, I shall deny my Lord, and his Faith, if put to it) assails the Soul;
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here Faith holds up the Promise for a Buckler: He hath said, I will not fail thee, nor forsake thee:
Here Faith holds up the Promise for a Buckler: He hath said, I will not fail thee, nor forsake thee:
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so that we may boldly say, The Lord is my helper. 2. Formally; Faith not only lifts up a Shield, but is our Shield;so that we may boldly say, The Lord is my helper. 2. Formally; Faith not only lifts up a Shield, but is our Shield;
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The very believing in a crucified Jesus;
The very believing in a Crucified jesus;
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the very believing the Command, the Institution, the promise, stayes and supports the heart, against whatsoever may befall it;
the very believing the Command, the Institution, the promise, stays and supports the heart, against whatsoever may befall it;
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I had fainted but that I believed. Christians, whatever your duties, difficulties, despondencies, straits, temptations, afflictions, weaknesses, are;I had fainted but that I believed. Christians, whatever your duties, difficulties, Despondencies, straits, temptations, afflictions, Weaknesses, Are;
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believe, and you shall be carried through;
believe, and you shall be carried through;
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believe, and you shall be established ▪ Believe in Christ, and you shall dare to follow Christ;
believe, and you shall be established ▪ Believe in christ, and you shall Dare to follow christ;
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believe in Christ, and you shall go through with Christ, and hold out to the end.
believe in christ, and you shall go through with christ, and hold out to the end.
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Believe, and you shall neither fear, faint, nor fall.
Believe, and you shall neither Fear, faint, nor fallen.
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Your Faith will both keep you faultless, and save you harmless, and thereby secure you from sinking, and fainting, in your minds.
Your Faith will both keep you faultless, and save you harmless, and thereby secure you from sinking, and fainting, in your minds.
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If this be not enough, let me add, That Faith will yet farther scatter all your fears, by this double Act: 1. It will put your reward into your h•nds. 2. It will put all your troubles to a present end.
If this be not enough, let me add, That Faith will yet farther scatter all your fears, by this double Act: 1. It will put your reward into your h•nds. 2. It will put all your Troubles to a present end.
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1. It will put your reward into your hand;
1. It will put your reward into your hand;
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it will set the Crown on your head, even whil'st the Cross is on your back.
it will Set the Crown on your head, even whilst the Cross is on your back.
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Faith makes things to come, present, Heb. 11. 1. It is the subsistence, or being, of things hoped for;
Faith makes things to come, present, Hebrew 11. 1. It is the subsistence, or being, of things hoped for;
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it gives being to the good things promised, before they are. Hope carries the eye to the object;
it gives being to the good things promised, before they Are. Hope carries the eye to the Object;
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looks on things to come, as to come: Faith brings the object to the eye, looks on things to come, as come;
looks on things to come, as to come: Faith brings the Object to the eye, looks on things to come, as come;
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it looks on distance of time, as God looks on it; on a thousand years but as one day.
it looks on distance of time, as God looks on it; on a thousand Years but as one day.
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It looks on God's saying and doing, on God's promising, and performing, as all one.
It looks on God's saying and doing, on God's promising, and performing, as all one.
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It a•••dates Glory, and gives a kind of present possession of it in hand, Rom. 8. (In) all these things we are more than Conquerours:
It a•••dates Glory, and gives a kind of present possession of it in hand, Rom. 8. (In) all these things we Are more than Conquerors:
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In Tribulation, in Persecution, in Famine, in Nakedness; [ In ] all these things we are more than Conquerours:
In Tribulation, in Persecution, in Famine, in Nakedness; [ In ] all these things we Are more than Conquerors:
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Not onely afterwards we shall be, but in all these things, even whil'st we are under them, we are more than Conquerours:
Not only afterwards we shall be, but in all these things, even whilst we Are under them, we Are more than Conquerors:
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The Conquest is obtained in the very entrance of the Combat. This is the Victory that over cometh the World even our Faith.
The Conquest is obtained in the very Entrance of the Combat. This is the Victory that over comes the World even our Faith.
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Believe Christian, and thy Faith will be thy Victory, thy Shield will be thy Palm.
Believe Christian, and thy Faith will be thy Victory, thy Shield will be thy Palm.
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2. It will put all our Troubles to a present end: Faith looks on things to come as present,
2. It will put all our Troubles to a present end: Faith looks on things to come as present,
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and thereby, on things present as past: It looks on all things, according as they will be in their issue and end:
and thereby, on things present as past: It looks on all things, according as they will be in their issue and end:
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It looks on things to come, according to what they will be, when they are come.
It looks on things to come, according to what they will be, when they Are come.
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It looks on things present, according to what they will be, when they are past. It sees all passing, and considers it as past already.
It looks on things present, according to what they will be, when they Are past. It sees all passing, and considers it as past already.
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It sees all passing, the World upon its Wing, the Fashion of it passeth away. It sees the Riches of the World upon their Wings;
It sees all passing, the World upon its Wing, the Fashion of it passes away. It sees the Riches of the World upon their Wings;
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the Pride, and the Pomp, and the Gallantry, and the Glory of the World, upon their Wings:
the Pride, and the Pomp, and the Gallantry, and the Glory of the World, upon their Wings:
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And it sees the Poverty of the World, the Troubles of the World, all upon the Wing. It look;
And it sees the Poverty of the World, the Troubles of the World, all upon the Wing. It look;
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on the blackest Clouds, as flying Clouds, and it considers all, as gone already. It looks on the clear, that is, beyond the Clouds;
on the Blackest Clouds, as flying Clouds, and it considers all, as gone already. It looks on the clear, that is, beyond the Clouds;
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it says, as God says, Babylon is fallen, is fallen:
it Says, as God Says, Babylon is fallen, is fallen:
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Not onely it shall fall, but it is fallen, and shall not be able to rise.
Not only it shall fallen, but it is fallen, and shall not be able to rise.
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And what place can there then be left for fear or fainting? Was the Red Sea a Terrour to Israel, when they saw themselves gotten to the other side? Did Sampson 's [ dead ] Lion fright him? Will the Remembrance of what you [ have ] suffer'd be a Terrour to you,
And what place can there then be left for Fear or fainting? Was the Read Sea a Terror to Israel, when they saw themselves got to the other side? Did Sampson is [ dead ] lion fright him? Will the Remembrance of what you [ have ] suffered be a Terror to you,
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when you have gotten through, and are come out of Tribulation? Why, open the Eye of your Faith,
when you have got through, and Are come out of Tribulation? Why, open the Eye of your Faith,
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and see the Coast already clear? You will see the Red Sea behind you, the Wilderness behind you, Jordan behind you,
and see the Coast already clear? You will see the Read Sea behind you, the Wilderness behind you, Jordan behind you,
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and your selves gotten safe on the Banks of Canaan.
and your selves got safe on the Banks of Canaan.
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Come on Soul, what should hinder thee? May be, thou supposest, thou hast a great Fight of Affliction to indure;
Come on Soul, what should hinder thee? May be, thou Supposest, thou hast a great Fight of Affliction to endure;
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grant thou hast, yet fear none of those things [ thou shalt ] suffer, till thou canst fear those things thou [ hast ] suffer'd.
grant thou hast, yet Fear none of those things [ thou shalt ] suffer, till thou Canst Fear those things thou [ hast ] suffered.
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Though thou be now putting on thy Armour, believe, and thou may'st boast as if thou hadst put it off:
Though thou be now putting on thy Armour, believe, and thou Mayest boast as if thou Hadst put it off:
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Death where is thy sting? Grave where is thy victory? Where is the Fury of the Oppressour? Thine Enemies are already under thy feet man, Death it self is swallow'd up in Victory.Death where is thy sting? Grave where is thy victory? Where is the Fury of the Oppressor? Thine Enemies Are already under thy feet man, Death it self is swallowed up in Victory.
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Christians, Cherish, improve, increase your Faith, and this will clear your way of all your fears.Christians, Cherish, improve, increase your Faith, and this will clear your Way of all your fears.
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Wherfore didst thou doubt, oh thou of little Faith? Oh 'tis a sign our Faith is but low,
Wherefore didst thou doubt, o thou of little Faith? O it's a Signen our Faith is but low,
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when our fears are so high.
when our fears Are so high.
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The day, the Lord hears you in this Prayer, Lord increase our Faith, He delivers you from your fears:
The day, the Lord hears you in this Prayer, Lord increase our Faith, He delivers you from your fears:
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Wax st•ong in Faith, and you will wax bold in your God. 3. Be humble; 'twill be your advantage, that you stand on the lower Ground:
Wax st•ong in Faith, and you will wax bold in your God. 3. Be humble; it'll be your advantage, that you stand on the lower Ground:
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He whose Heart hath already laid him in the Dust, will not fear how low his Enemies can lay him. 4. Be peaceable;
He whose Heart hath already laid him in the Dust, will not Fear how low his Enemies can lay him. 4. Be peaceable;
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your Preces & lachrymae, will be your best Weapons:
your Preces & lachrymae, will be your best Weapons:
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The guilt of your unquiet and unwarrantable Resistance, will weaken your hearts, more than all your partakers will strengthen your hands, Prov. 20. 22. Say not, I will recompence evil, wait on the Lord, and he will save thee.
The guilt of your unquiet and unwarrantable Resistance, will weaken your hearts, more than all your partakers will strengthen your hands, Curae 20. 22. Say not, I will recompense evil, wait on the Lord, and he will save thee.
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Patient and peaceable suffering, will be the best way to abash your Persecutors, and embolden your Souls.
Patient and peaceable suffering, will be the best Way to abash your Persecutors, and embolden your Souls.
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Now gather up all these Particulars, and you have the Conversation that becometh the Gospel; wherein, that I may perswade, as well as direct you, consider these following Arguments;
Now gather up all these Particulars, and you have the Conversation that Becometh the Gospel; wherein, that I may persuade, as well as Direct you, Consider these following Arguments;
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1. This is to them, to your Adversaries, an evident token of Perdition:
1. This is to them, to your Adversaries, an evident token of Perdition:
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This united, humble, peaceable, unanimous boldness, in your holy course, whereby you walk in the Spirit and power of the Gospel,
This united, humble, peaceable, unanimous boldness, in your holy course, whereby you walk in the Spirit and power of the Gospel,
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and are •ot frighted or terrified out of it;
and Are •ot frighted or terrified out of it;
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this is, and will be to your Persecutors, an evident token of Perdition. The falls and slaws in the Lives of Saints,
this is, and will be to your Persecutors, an evident token of Perdition. The falls and slaws in the Lives of Saints,
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and their Quarrellings and Divisions amongst themselvs, do strengthen the hands and the confidence of sinners against •hem:
and their Quarrelings and Divisions among themselves, do strengthen the hands and the confidence of Sinners against •hem:
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The Fears and Faintings of Saints, are the flushings of sinners; when Saints hang the Wing, sinners lift up the Head.
The Fears and Faintings of Saints, Are the flushings of Sinners; when Saints hang the Wing, Sinners lift up the Head.
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The Majesty and Beauty of an Holy Life, joyned with an humble and patient Magnanimity and undantedness, will be a Dart in the Liver of the Enemies of it, It is an evident tok•n [ to them ] of Perdition: It is not onely a Death-Token [ upon them ], Persecution is a black Mark of a Son of Perdition; but it is an evident Token [ unto them ]:
The Majesty and Beauty of an Holy Life, joined with an humble and patient Magnanimity and undantedness, will be a Dart in the Liver of the Enemies of it, It is an evident tok•n [ to them ] of Perdition: It is not only a Death-Token [ upon them ], Persecution is a black Mark of a Son of Perdition; but it is an evident Token [ unto them ]:
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It will read them their Doom;
It will read them their Doom;
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it will make their own hearts to fall upon themselves, and their own Consciences to give them their Sentence.
it will make their own hearts to fallen upon themselves, and their own Consciences to give them their Sentence.
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2. This is to you an evident Token of Salvation, [ but to you of Salvation ] The Word is sure.
2. This is to you an evident Token of Salvation, [ but to you of Salvation ] The Word is sure.
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To him that ordereth his Conversation aright, will I shew the Salvation of God. If we be dead with Christ, we shall also live with him;
To him that Ordereth his Conversation aright, will I show the Salvation of God. If we be dead with christ, we shall also live with him;
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if we suffer with him, we shall also be glorified together with him.
if we suffer with him, we shall also be glorified together with him.
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To him that overcometh, will I give to sit with me on my Throne, even as I have overcome,
To him that Overcometh, will I give to fit with me on my Throne, even as I have overcome,
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and am set down with my Father on his Throne. Fear none of those things which thou shalt suffer.
and am Set down with my Father on his Throne. fear none of those things which thou shalt suffer.
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Be thou faithful unto the Death, and I will give thee a Crown of Life.
Be thou faithful unto the Death, and I will give thee a Crown of Life.
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[ Salvation, and that of God ] There's much in that Addition [ and that of God ] it notes, that the Salvation of the suffering Saints shall be Sure, Great.
[ Salvation, and that of God ] There's much in that Addition [ and that of God ] it notes, that the Salvation of the suffering Saints shall be Sure, Great.
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1. It notes, That their Salvation shall be sure: You shall certainly be saved, for God hath undertaken for it;
1. It notes, That their Salvation shall be sure: You shall Certainly be saved, for God hath undertaken for it;
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that's the import of the Expression.
that's the import of the Expression.
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If it be God that justifies, who shall condemn? If it be God that will save, who shall destroy? The matter is sure, you shall be saved, and that of God.
If it be God that Justifies, who shall condemn? If it be God that will save, who shall destroy? The matter is sure, you shall be saved, and that of God.
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It may be Sathan will promise, Hearken to me, and I will save you harmless. But he is a Liar and a Deceiver;
It may be Sathan will promise, Harken to me, and I will save you harmless. But he is a Liar and a Deceiver;
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he is weak and cannot, false and will not.
he is weak and cannot, false and will not.
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It may be the evil World will tell you, If thou wilt cast in thy Lot with us, take our Advice, follow our Example, come along with us, thou may'st save thy self all this harm and loss.
It may be the evil World will tell you, If thou wilt cast in thy Lot with us, take our advice, follow our Exampl, come along with us, thou Mayest save thy self all this harm and loss.
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But there is as much trust to the Children, as to the Father of Lies:
But there is as much trust to the Children, as to the Father of Lies:
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But if the Lord God, the God of Power, the God of Truth, says, I will save, who shall say nay?
But if the Lord God, the God of Power, the God of Truth, Says, I will save, who shall say nay?
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2. It notes, that their Salvation shall be great: The great God will do for them great Things;
2. It notes, that their Salvation shall be great: The great God will do for them great Things;
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He will save them by a mighty Salvation. He will save them against all those mighty hindrances that lie in the way.
He will save them by a mighty Salvation. He will save them against all those mighty hindrances that lie in the Way.
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Who art thou, O great Mountain! before Zerubbabel, thou shalt become a Plain. Who art thou, Oh great Mountain! before Zerubbabel, thou shalt become a Plain.
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All the difficulties, and unlikelihoods, all the astonishing, and flesh-non-plus-ing Obstacles, that stand in the way of their Redemption, will be nothing before the Mighty God.
All the difficulties, and unlikelihoods, all the astonishing, and flesh-non-plus-ing Obstacles, that stand in the Way of their Redemption, will be nothing before the Mighty God.
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He will save them from their mighty sins, sufferings, and fears; from the vanity and vexations of this Earth,
He will save them from their mighty Sins, sufferings, and fears; from the vanity and vexations of this Earth,
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and from the Vengeance of Eternal Fire.
and from the Vengeance of Eternal Fire.
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Christians, Do but go on, walk with Christ, suffer with Christ, and fear none of those Things, which you shall suffer:Christians, Do but go on, walk with christ, suffer with christ, and Fear none of those Things, which you shall suffer:
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and this shall be to you an evident Token of Salvation, and that of God. 3. Consider again the Argument of the Text:
and this shall be to you an evident Token of Salvation, and that of God. 3. Consider again the Argument of the Text:
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These things do, and the God of Peace shall be with you. What encouragement there is in this Promise, I have already shew'd you.
These things do, and the God of Peace shall be with you. What encouragement there is in this Promise, I have already showed you.
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Two things I shall onely mention here, one of which hath been insisted on already. Consider, First, If God be with you, all shall make for you.
Two things I shall only mention Here, one of which hath been insisted on already. Consider, First, If God be with you, all shall make for you.
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Secondly, If God be with you, you shall shortly be with God. 1. If God be with you, all shall make for you: Secondly, If God be with you, you shall shortly be with God. 1. If God be with you, all shall make for you:
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Remember what you have heard out of Rom. 8. 28, •1.
remember what you have herd out of Rom. 8. 28, •1.
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Christians, perhaps you will not know, how •o make a good Construction of some Providences •hat may possibly befall you, before you die.
Christians, perhaps you will not know, how •o make a good Construction of Some Providences •hat may possibly befall you, before you die.
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Such Cases there may be, that Providence may seem to be 〈 ◊ 〉 plain Contradiction of the Promise. Suppose the People of God, in any Nation under Heaven, should •t any time have not onely an Innundation of Temporal Calamities, Famine,
Such Cases there may be, that Providence may seem to be 〈 ◊ 〉 plain Contradiction of the Promise. Suppose the People of God, in any nation under Heaven, should •t any time have not only an Inundation of Temporal Calamities, Famine,
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and Pestilence, and •word, Oppression, Rapine, and Cruelty; but a Floud of Spiritual Judgments also, breaking in upon them;
and Pestilence, and •word, Oppression, Rapine, and Cruelty; but a Flood of Spiritual Judgments also, breaking in upon them;
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A Famine of the Word, an Eclipse of the Light of the Glorious Gospel among them;
A Famine of the Word, an Eclipse of the Light of the Glorious Gospel among them;
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their green Pasture trodden down, their pure Waters •uddled, God's Spiritual Worship made to give place to Will-Worship, Superstition and Idola•ry;
their green Pasture trodden down, their pure Waters •uddled, God's Spiritual Worship made to give place to Will-Worship, Superstition and Idola•ry;
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the Institutions of God, to the Inventions of Men;
the Institutions of God, to the Inventions of Men;
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his House made an Habitation for Dragons, for the Scritch-Owl, and the Bittern, for Ziim and •im, and every unclean thing.
his House made an Habitation for Dragons, for the Scritch-Owl, and the Bittern, for Ziim and •im, and every unclean thing.
po31 n1 vvd dt n1 p-acp n2, p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1, p-acp j cc vvb, cc d j n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
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And that, in such a time, when they had given themselves to more than ordinary praying,
And that, in such a time, when they had given themselves to more than ordinary praying,
cc d, p-acp d dt n1, c-crq pns32 vhd vvn px32 pc-acp av-dc cs j vvg,
(21) part (DIV2)
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and fasting, and humbling themselves, and repenting of their iniquities;
and fasting, and humbling themselves, and repenting of their iniquities;
cc vvg, cc vvg px32, cc vvg pp-f po32 n2;
(21) part (DIV2)
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when they had set their faces towards Sion, and were full of hopes, that the Lord was about to build, and to plant;
when they had Set their faces towards Sion, and were full of hope's, that the Lord was about to built, and to plant;
c-crq pns32 vhd vvn po32 n2 p-acp np1, cc vbdr j pp-f n2, cst dt n1 vbds a-acp pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi;
(21) part (DIV2)
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to cast out their rubbish ▪ to repair their ruines, to bring in their peace like a River,
to cast out their rubbish ▪ to repair their ruins, to bring in their peace like a River,
pc-acp vvi av po32 n1 ▪ pc-acp vvi po32 n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n1 av-j dt n1,
(21) part (DIV2)
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and to establish his Tabernacle amongst them.
and to establish his Tabernacle among them.
cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno32.
(21) part (DIV2)
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Suppose that in such a time, the Lord should even spit in their faces, should dash all their hopes,
Suppose that in such a time, the Lord should even spit in their faces, should dash all their hope's,
vvb cst p-acp d dt n1, dt n1 vmd av vvi p-acp po32 n2, vmd vvi d po32 n2,
(21) part (DIV2)
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and put into their hands a cup of trembling; should bring trouble upon their loyns, and cause darkness to cover their faces;
and put into their hands a cup of trembling; should bring trouble upon their loins, and cause darkness to cover their faces;
cc vvd p-acp po32 n2 dt n1 pp-f vvg; vmd vvi n1 p-acp po32 n2, cc n1 n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n2;
(21) part (DIV2)
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should expose them to scor• and contempt, make them a reproach, and a by-word;
should expose them to scor• and contempt, make them a reproach, and a Byword;
vmd vvi pno32 p-acp n1 cc n1, vvb pno32 dt n1, cc dt n1;
(21) part (DIV2)
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should suffer them to be trampled upon, as the filth of the World, and the off-scouring of all things.
should suffer them to be trampled upon, as the filth of the World, and the offscouring of all things.
vmd vvi pno32 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt j pp-f d n2.
(21) part (DIV2)
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Suppose you should have liv'd in such times and places, and have heard them complaining thus;
Suppose you should have lived in such times and places, and have herd them complaining thus;
vvb pn22 vmd vhi vvd p-acp d n2 cc n2, cc vhb vvn pno32 vvg av;
(21) part (DIV2)
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All things work for good, why we see all things fall cut for the worse;
All things work for good, why we see all things fallen Cut for the Worse;
d n2 vvi p-acp j, c-crq pns12 vvb d n2 vvb vvn p-acp dt av-jc;
(21) part (DIV2)
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so far are our evill things from working for good, that our good things have wrought our hurt.
so Far Are our evil things from working for good, that our good things have wrought our hurt.
av av-j vbr po12 j-jn n2 p-acp vvg p-acp j, cst po12 j n2 vhb vvn po12 n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
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Not onely our outward good things, our peace, and our plenty, but our spiritual good things, have undone us;
Not only our outward good things, our peace, and our plenty, but our spiritual good things, have undone us;
xx av-j po12 j j n2, po12 n1, cc po12 n1, cc-acp po12 j j n2, vhb vvn pno12;
(21) part (DIV2)
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our spiritual liberties, and Priviledges, our Ordinances, our Duties, our Prayers, our Fastings, our Zeal for the Lord of Hosts;
our spiritual Liberties, and Privileges, our Ordinances, our Duties, our Prayers, our Fastings, our Zeal for the Lord of Hosts;
po12 j n2, cc n2, po12 n2, po12 n2, po12 n2, po12 n2-vvg, po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2;
(21) part (DIV2)
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not only our sins, but our Prayers, our repentings, our reformings have undone us. We have prayed, and fasted, to good purpose;
not only our Sins, but our Prayers, our repentings, our reformings have undone us. We have prayed, and fasted, to good purpose;
xx av-j po12 n2, cc-acp po12 n2, po12 n2-vvg, po12 n2-vvg vhb vvn pno12. pns12 vhb vvn, cc vvd, p-acp j n1;
(21) part (DIV2)
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we have even prayed our selves into poverty, contempt, darkness, confusion;
we have even prayed our selves into poverty, contempt, darkness, confusion;
pns12 vhb av vvn po12 n2 p-acp n1, n1, n1, n1;
(21) part (DIV2)
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into the snares that have been laid for us, and into the hands of those that hate us.
into the snares that have been laid for us, and into the hands of those that hate us.
p-acp dt n2 cst vhb vbn vvn p-acp pno12, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f d cst vvb pno12.
(21) part (DIV2)
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All these things are against us; all our fears are come upon us; all our comforts, yea, •nd our hopes too, are running from us;
All these things Are against us; all our fears Are come upon us; all our comforts, yea, •nd our hope's too, Are running from us;
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(21) part (DIV2)
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the whole •ourse of Providence, seems to be driving on to our 〈 ◊ 〉 ruine;
the Whole •ourse of Providence, seems to be driving on to our 〈 ◊ 〉 ruin;
dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, vvz pc-acp vbi vvg a-acp p-acp po12 〈 sy 〉 n1;
(21) part (DIV2)
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every day, every hour, it grows darker •nd darker, worse and worse; every spoak of the Wheel, every turn of the wheel, renders our condi••on more helpless, and hopeless.
every day, every hour, it grows Darker •nd Darker, Worse and Worse; every spoke of the Wheel, every turn of the wheel, renders our condi••on more helpless, and hopeless.
d n1, d n1, pn31 vvz jc n1 jc, jc cc av-jc; d vvd pp-f dt n1, d n1 pp-f dt n1, vvz po12 n1 av-dc j, cc j.
(21) part (DIV2)
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Our adversaries 〈 ◊ 〉 become rampant; our Soul is filled with their ••orn and fury;
Our Adversaries 〈 ◊ 〉 become rampant; our Soul is filled with their ••orn and fury;
po12 n2 〈 sy 〉 vvi j; po12 n1 vbz vvn p-acp po32 n1 cc n1;
(21) part (DIV2)
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our friends, are as a broken tooth, 〈 ◊ 〉 a foot out of joynt; our hopes are a Spiders Web, 〈 ◊ 〉 as the giving up the Ghost;
our Friends, Are as a broken tooth, 〈 ◊ 〉 a foot out of joint; our hope's Are a Spiders Web, 〈 ◊ 〉 as the giving up the Ghost;
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(21) part (DIV2)
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the Almighty causes 〈 ◊ 〉 his storms, and billows, to passe over us;
the Almighty Causes 〈 ◊ 〉 his storms, and billows, to pass over us;
dt j-jn n2 〈 sy 〉 po31 n2, cc n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12;
(21) part (DIV2)
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one day ••lleth another, one night certifieth another, and ••ophesies to us, nothing but destruction upon de••ruction, desolation upon desolation;
one day ••lleth Another, one night certifieth Another, and ••ophesies to us, nothing but destruction upon de••ruction, desolation upon desolation;
crd n1 vvz j-jn, crd n1 vvz j-jn, cc n2 p-acp pno12, pix cc-acp n1 p-acp n1, n1 p-acp n1;
(21) part (DIV2)
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and where i• 〈 ◊ 〉 promise of his coming? the hope of Israel is ••leep, her Saviour is a stranger;
and where i• 〈 ◊ 〉 promise of his coming? the hope of Israel is ••leep, her Saviour is a stranger;
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(21) part (DIV2)
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the Ark of God is ••ken, the glory is departed;
the Ark of God is ••ken, the glory is departed;
dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn, dt n1 vbz vvn;
(21) part (DIV2)
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yea, and God himself ••ems to be gone over to the Camp of the Philistins, •nd marching against us;
yea, and God himself ••ems to be gone over to the Camp of the philistines, •nd marching against us;
uh, cc np1 px31 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp2, vvb vvg p-acp pno12;
(21) part (DIV2)
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we have waited for light, •ut behold obscurity for brightness, but we walk in •arkness;
we have waited for Light, •ut behold obscurity for brightness, but we walk in •arkness;
pns12 vhb vvn p-acp n1, av vvb n1 p-acp n1, cc-acp pns12 vvb p-acp n1;
(21) part (DIV2)
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the Harvest is past, the Summer is ended, •nd we are not saved, neither is there yet any to •ell us how long.
the Harvest is past, the Summer is ended, •nd we Are not saved, neither is there yet any to •ell us how long.
dt n1 vbz j, dt n1 vbz vvn, vvb pns12 vbr xx vvn, av-dx vbz a-acp av d pc-acp vvi pno12 c-crq j.
(21) part (DIV2)
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Suppose you should have stood by, and have •een or heard any such things any where in the World, would you not have said, can any good come •ut of such a dark abysse? out of such a concatena••on of so many dreadful and dismal Providences? Why, by what hath been already said, you might have •nswered thus, Stay but a while, till the whole wheel •e come about, till God hath brought off his work •rom the wheel;
Suppose you should have stood by, and have •een or herd any such things any where in the World, would you not have said, can any good come •ut of such a dark abyss? out of such a concatena••on of so many dreadful and dismal Providences? Why, by what hath been already said, you might have •nswered thus, Stay but a while, till the Whole wheel •e come about, till God hath brought off his work •rom the wheel;
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(21) part (DIV2)
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and then you shall see, Providence •nd the Promise, meeting together, and kissing each other,
and then you shall see, Providence •nd the Promise, meeting together, and kissing each other,
cc cs pn22 vmb vvi, n1 vvb dt n1, vvg av, cc vvg d j-jn,
(21) part (DIV2)
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and shall be able to say in this case, what Solomon did in Israels, 1 King. 8. 56. Blessed be God, tha• hath given rest to his people Israel, according to all tha• he promised;
and shall be able to say in this case, what Solomon did in Israel's, 1 King. 8. 56. Blessed be God, tha• hath given rest to his people Israel, according to all tha• he promised;
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(21) part (DIV2)
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there hath not failed [ one word ] of all his good promise, which he promised by the hand of his Servants. there hath not failed [ one word ] of all his good promise, which he promised by the hand of his Servants.
pc-acp vhz xx vvd [ pi n1 ] pp-f d po31 j n1, r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2.
(21) part (DIV2)
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Christians, whatever may come upon you, at any time, while you live in this World, distrust not you• God, not be at all dismayed;
Christians, whatever may come upon you, At any time, while you live in this World, distrust not you• God, not be At all dismayed;
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(21) part (DIV2)
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you shall see the day• either here, or hereafter, and 'twill be never the worse,
you shall see the day• either Here, or hereafter, and it'll be never the Worse,
pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 av-d av, cc av, cc pn31|vmb vbi av dt jc,
(21) part (DIV2)
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if it be not till hereafter (take it upon the credit of this word, All things shall work togethe• for good) You shall see the day when your hearts shall rejoyce and say, oh 'twas happy for us, that matters went so cross with us.
if it be not till hereafter (take it upon the credit of this word, All things shall work togethe• for good) You shall see the day when your hearts shall rejoice and say, o 'twas happy for us, that matters went so cross with us.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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'Twas happy we were so poor, and brought so low, and laid in the dark, and st•ip'd so naked, of all that we either took pleasure, or put confidence in.
'Twas happy we were so poor, and brought so low, and laid in the dark, and st•iped so naked, of all that we either took pleasure, or put confidence in.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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Now we see, that the Lord had a more glorious design, that he was carrying on for us, step by step• by every thing that came upon us,
Now we see, that the Lord had a more glorious Design, that he was carrying on for us, step by step• by every thing that Come upon us,
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(21) part (DIV2)
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than we were aware of, or could have imagined.
than we were aware of, or could have imagined.
cs pns12 vbdr j pp-f, cc vmd vhi vvn.
(21) part (DIV2)
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It's true, the Shimeis have been cursing, the Ishmaels have been mocking, the Rabshakes have been railing, the Ploughers have been ploughing, the Hunters have been pursuing,
It's true, the Shimeis have been cursing, the Ishmaels have been mocking, the Rabshakeh have been railing, the Ploughers have been ploughing, the Hunters have been pursuing,
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(21) part (DIV2)
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and had almost overtaken, overcome, and swallowed us up quick;
and had almost overtaken, overcome, and swallowed us up quick;
cc vhd av vvn, vvn, cc vvd pno12 p-acp j;
(21) part (DIV2)
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but blessed be our God, that hath not turned our captivity, and saved us by a mighty Salvation;
but blessed be our God, that hath not turned our captivity, and saved us by a mighty Salvation;
cc-acp vvn vbb po12 n1, cst vhz xx vvn po12 n1, cc vvd pno12 p-acp dt j n1;
(21) part (DIV2)
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but hath done us good, by all their mocking, and cursing, and raging against us: Now we see, there was such light sowing in our dark dayes;
but hath done us good, by all their mocking, and cursing, and raging against us: Now we see, there was such Light sowing in our dark days;
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(21) part (DIV2)
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such a Peace, a sowing in those deep furrowes;
such a Peace, a sowing in those deep furrows;
d dt n1, dt vvg p-acp d j-jn n2;
(21) part (DIV2)
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such an Harvest of joy sowing in the days of our tears, as hath now sprung up unto this glory, and blessedness.
such an Harvest of joy sowing in the days of our tears, as hath now sprung up unto this glory, and blessedness.
d dt n1 pp-f n1 vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n2, c-acp vhz av vvn a-acp p-acp d n1, cc n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
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We are beholding to the Devil, and his Instruments; our enemies have befriended us, though much against their Wills:
We Are beholding to the devil, and his Instruments; our enemies have befriended us, though much against their Wills:
pns12 vbr vvg p-acp dt n1, cc po31 n2; po12 n2 vhb vvn pno12, cs d p-acp po32 n2:
(21) part (DIV2)
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We could never have shined with such beauty on earth, had we not been scoured with such unclean wispes;
We could never have shined with such beauty on earth, had we not been scoured with such unclean wisps;
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(21) part (DIV2)
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we could never have laid up such Treasure in Heaven, as by their cursings, and cruel persecutions, our enemies have laid up for us.
we could never have laid up such Treasure in Heaven, as by their cursings, and cruel persecutions, our enemies have laid up for us.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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So our Lord hath told us, Great is your reward in heaven, Matth. 5. 12. Blessed are you that are persecuted, blessed are you that are reviled for my sake, for righteousness sake;
So our Lord hath told us, Great is your reward in heaven, Matthew 5. 12. Blessed Are you that Are persecuted, blessed Are you that Are reviled for my sake, for righteousness sake;
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(21) part (DIV2)
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for great is your reward in heaven. It had not been so great, had it not been for our great tribulations:
for great is your reward in heaven. It had not been so great, had it not been for our great tribulations:
p-acp j vbz po22 n1 p-acp n1. pn31 vhd xx vbn av j, vhd pn31 xx vbn p-acp po12 j n2:
(21) part (DIV2)
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Hell hath given us a lift nearer the Throne of Glory. Comfort and encourage your hearts with these words.
Hell hath given us a lift nearer the Throne of Glory. Comfort and encourage your hearts with these words.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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2. If God be with you, you shall shortly be with God;
2. If God be with you, you shall shortly be with God;
crd cs np1 vbb p-acp pn22, pn22 vmb av-j vbi p-acp np1;
(21) part (DIV2)
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Father I will, that those whom thou hast given me, be with me where I am:
Father I will, that those whom thou hast given me, be with me where I am:
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(21) part (DIV2)
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And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you to my self, that where I am, ye may be also.
And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you to my self, that where I am, you may be also.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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If we suffer with him, we shall also reign with him.
If we suffer with him, we shall also Reign with him.
cs pns12 vvb p-acp pno31, pns12 vmb av vvi p-acp pno31.
(21) part (DIV2)
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Come ye blessed of my Father, inherit the Kingdom prepared for you, from the foundation of the World.
Come you blessed of my Father, inherit the Kingdom prepared for you, from the Foundation of the World.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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So shall we be ever with the Lord.
So shall we be ever with the Lord.
av vmb pns12 vbi av p-acp dt n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
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Brethren, you that lie among the potts, 'tis but a little time, and you shall hear that Word, Come up hither, into the Kingdom, the Inheritance, prepared for you.
Brothers, you that lie among the pots, it's but a little time, and you shall hear that Word, Come up hither, into the Kingdom, the Inheritance, prepared for you.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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There are two Comes, or Calls of our Lord;
There Are two Comes, or Calls of our Lord;
pc-acp vbr crd vvz, cc vvz pp-f po12 n1;
(21) part (DIV2)
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the first come, is, Come and work with me, come and watch with me, come and follow me.
the First come, is, Come and work with me, come and watch with me, come and follow me.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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The second is, 〈 ◊ 〉 and rest with me; your work is done, your watch is over, your race is run, come and enter into my rest.
The second is, 〈 ◊ 〉 and rest with me; your work is done, your watch is over, your raze is run, come and enter into my rest.
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The first Come is, Come down with me, from the pride, from the pomps and jollities, of this present World;
The First Come is, Come down with me, from the pride, from the pomps and Jollities, of this present World;
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come with me into the wilderness, into the valley of tears, come and suffer with me, come and die with me.
come with me into the Wilderness, into the valley of tears, come and suffer with me, come and die with me.
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The second Come is, Come up with me, up out of the wilderness, up out of your Prisons, up from your bonds: your Jubilee is come; come up with me:
The second Come is, Come up with me, up out of the Wilderness, up out of your Prisons, up from your bonds: your Jubilee is come; come up with me:
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Come, put off your prison-garments, and put on your robes; shake off your fetters, and take up your palms; lay down your Cross; and take up your Crown:
Come, put off your Prison-garments, and put on your robes; shake off your fetters, and take up your palms; lay down your Cross; and take up your Crown:
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(21) part (DIV2)
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from your prisons, to your Palace; from the stocks, to the Throne:
from your prisons, to your Palace; from the stocks, to the Throne:
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You that have descended with me, are the same who shall now ascend with me, to my Father and your Father, to my God and your God.
You that have descended with me, Are the same who shall now ascend with me, to my Father and your Father, to my God and your God.
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The first Come, is the come of a Suitor; Come grant me your love; give me your hearts, and accept of mine:
The First Come, is the come of a Suitor; Come grant me your love; give me your hearts, and accept of mine:
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This is the Errand, upon which his Ambassadours are dispatched; As Abraham 's servant, to take you as a Wife for your Lord.
This is the Errand, upon which his ambassadors Are dispatched; As Abraham is servant, to take you as a Wife for your Lord.
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This is the meaning of all those Jewels, and Bracelets, they bring in their hands;
This is the meaning of all those Jewels, and Bracelets, they bring in their hands;
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(21) part (DIV2)
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the Lord sends Servant upon Servant, Epistle upon Epistle, Token upon Token, and all speak the same word, Come, come, come away and accept of your Lord, and be married to him.
the Lord sends Servant upon Servant, Epistle upon Epistle, Token upon Token, and all speak the same word, Come, come, come away and accept of your Lord, and be married to him.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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The second Come is, the Come of the Bridegroom, Come home with me, into my holy City, into my Royal Mansion;
The second Come is, the Come of the Bridegroom, Come home with me, into my holy city, into my Royal Mansion;
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come into my Chamber, come into my Bosome;
come into my Chamber, come into my Bosom;
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come and lodg between my Breasts, live in my presence, and rest in my love for ever.
come and lodge between my Breasts, live in my presence, and rest in my love for ever.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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Christians, my business whil'st I have been with you, hath been, to bring you to God, to espouse you 10 Christ;Christians, my business whilst I have been with you, hath been, to bring you to God, to espouse you 10 christ;
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(21) part (DIV2)
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and you that have already, or will yet at last be perswaded to give your consent,
and you that have already, or will yet At last be persuaded to give your consent,
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and will give me leave to make up the Match, I can give you assurance, That he will shortly come and make up the Marriage;
and will give me leave to make up the Match, I can give you assurance, That he will shortly come and make up the Marriage;
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(21) part (DIV2)
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and must say to you, as Naomi to Ruth, Ruth 3. 10. Sit still my Daughter, till thou see how the matter will fall;
and must say to you, as Naomi to Ruth, Ruth 3. 10. Fit still my Daughter, till thou see how the matter will fallen;
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(21) part (DIV2)
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for the Man will not be in rest, till he have finished the thing this day. for the Man will not be in rest, till he have finished the thing this day.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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Sit still, Christians, till you see how matters will fall;
Fit still, Christians, till you see how matters will fallen;
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and however they fall, know, your Lord will not be in rest, till he have finished this thing,
and however they fallen, know, your Lord will not be in rest, till he have finished this thing,
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(21) part (DIV2)
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and brought you home, to be with him where he is.
and brought you home, to be with him where he is.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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I am now parting from you in this confidence, that however, after a few dayes I shall see your Faces no more in this World,
I am now parting from you in this confidence, that however, After a few days I shall see your Faces no more in this World,
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yet I shall shortly meet you in the Bride-Chamber of Glory, where we shall ever be with the Lord.
yet I shall shortly meet you in the Bride-Chamber of Glory, where we shall ever be with the Lord.
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Beloved in the Lord, I must now leave you, but give me leave e're I go, to deal freely with you,
beloved in the Lord, I must now leave you, but give me leave ever I go, to deal freely with you,
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(21) part (DIV2)
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and yet a little further, in the close of my day, this once more to open my heart to you;
and yet a little further, in the close of my day, this once more to open my heart to you;
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(21) part (DIV2)
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and to tell you, 1. What my parting Fears, 2. What my parting Wishes for you are, which I carry upon my spirit.
and to tell you, 1. What my parting Fears, 2. What my parting Wishes for you Are, which I carry upon my Spirit.
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1. My parting Fears, I go off from you with, are especially these:
1. My parting Fears, I go off from you with, Are especially these:
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(21) part (DIV2)
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1. I am afraid, that there are many of you, upon whom I have bestowed my Labour in vain;
1. I am afraid, that there Are many of you, upon whom I have bestowed my Labour in vain;
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I am afraid that I have Instructed you in vain, exhorted, perswaded, beseeched, and reproved you in vain:
I am afraid that I have Instructed you in vain, exhorted, persuaded, beseeched, and reproved you in vain:
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'Twas the Apostle's case, and his fear, concerning the Galatians, Chap. 4. 11. It is my grief, that when I would have no more to speak, but an healing word, a comforting word;
'Twas the Apostle's case, and his Fear, Concerning the Galatians, Chap. 4. 11. It is my grief, that when I would have no more to speak, but an healing word, a comforting word;
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I must yet drop down a bitter word on some of you;
I must yet drop down a bitter word on Some of you;
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That when I would speak onely from Mount Gerizim, I must yet again speak to some from Mount Ebal; That when I would leave a Blessing behind me upon you all, I am like to leave some bound under a Curse.
That when I would speak only from Mount Gerizim, I must yet again speak to Some from Mount Ebal; That when I would leave a Blessing behind me upon you all, I am like to leave Some bound under a Curse.
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It's grievous to me thus to speak; yet for the discharge of my Duty, and for your own Necessity, bear with me:
It's grievous to me thus to speak; yet for the discharge of my Duty, and for your own Necessity, bear with me:
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(21) part (DIV2)
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I am afraid, that whil'st I have been preaching to you, of an incorruptible Crown, of an Everlasting Rest, a Kingdom of Joy and Glory:
I am afraid, that whilst I have been preaching to you, of an incorruptible Crown, of an Everlasting Rest, a Kingdom of Joy and Glory:
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I am afraid there are many of you, That have no part nor lot in this matter,
I am afraid there Are many of you, That have no part nor lot in this matter,
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but are still in the Gall of Bitterness, and Bond of Iniquity; If the Gospel be hid, it is hid to them that are lost: but Are still in the Gall of Bitterness, and Bound of Iniquity; If the Gospel be hid, it is hid to them that Are lost:
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And are there none among you, from whom this Gospel is hid? hid as to the Light of it, hid as to the saving power,
And Are there none among you, from whom this Gospel is hid? hid as to the Light of it, hid as to the Saving power,
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and efficacy of it? I am afraid there are too many;
and efficacy of it? I am afraid there Are too many;
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I am afraid there's many a blind Eye, many an hard Heart, many a Spirit still in Prison, under the power of their Lusts, and Bruitish Sensu•lity:
I am afraid there's many a blind Eye, many an hard Heart, many a Spirit still in Prison, under the power of their Lustiest, and Brutish Sensu•lity:
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I am afraid there are many such among you; and are not you afraid so to? Oh that you were!
I am afraid there Are many such among you; and Are not you afraid so to? O that you were!
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(21) part (DIV2)
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2. I have a greater fear than this;
2. I have a greater Fear than this;
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I am afraid of some of you, that not onely all my past Labours, but this last will be lost also.
I am afraid of Some of you, that not only all my past Labours, but this last will be lost also.
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Those that stand it out to their last day, do usually stand it out in their last day.
Those that stand it out to their last day, do usually stand it out in their last day.
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Blessed be God, that there are amongst you those, over whom my Soul is comforted:
Blessed be God, that there Are among you those, over whom my Soul is comforted:
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(21) part (DIV2)
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To whom I can speak in the words of the Apostle, Rom. 6. 16. God be thanked, that ye were the Servants of sin;
To whom I can speak in the words of the Apostle, Rom. 6. 16. God be thanked, that you were the Servants of since;
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(21) part (DIV2)
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but ye have obeyed from the heart, that form of Doctrine that hath been delivered unto you;
but you have obeyed from the heart, that from of Doctrine that hath been Delivered unto you;
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(21) part (DIV2)
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and being now made free from sin, you are become the Servants of Righteousness. Oh that I could thus speak!and being now made free from since, you Are become the Servants of Righteousness. O that I could thus speak!
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(21) part (DIV2)
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Oh that I could thus rejoyce over you all!
O that I could thus rejoice over you all!
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But as the Apostle said to the Corinthians, 2 Cor. 12. 20. I fear, lest when I (come) I shall (find) you such as I would not.
But as the Apostle said to the Corinthians, 2 Cor. 12. 20. I Fear, lest when I (come) I shall (find) you such as I would not.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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So must I say, with a grieved heart, I fear that now I am going I shall leave you such as I would not.
So must I say, with a grieved heart, I Fear that now I am going I shall leave you such as I would not.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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I would not leave one blind person, one vain person, one loose liver, not one unbeliever, or impenitent, amongst you all.
I would not leave one blind person, one vain person, one lose liver, not one unbeliever, or impenitent, among you all.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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Oh what a good day, would this day of my departure be; what Light would there be in this dark Evening, were it thus with you:
O what a good day, would this day of my departure be; what Light would there be in this dark Evening, were it thus with you:
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(21) part (DIV2)
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If I might see you all recovered out of the Snares of the Devil, every man's Eyes open'd, every man's Fetters off, every man's Prison broken,
If I might see you all recovered out of the Snares of the devil, every Man's Eyes opened, every Man's Fetters off, every Man's Prison broken,
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(21) part (DIV2)
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and his Soul escaped from that deadly bondage:
and his Soul escaped from that deadly bondage:
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if every poor deadly Creature among you, who yet lies bound hand and foot, in his Grave Clothes, might now at last stand up from the Dead,
if every poor deadly Creature among you, who yet lies bound hand and foot, in his Grave Clothes, might now At last stand up from the Dead,
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(21) part (DIV2)
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and live the Life of God, this would be mine and your great rejoycing.
and live the Life of God, this would be mine and your great rejoicing.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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But oh I fear with this Apostle, 2 Cor. 12. 21. My God will humble me, and grieve me,
But o I Fear with this Apostle, 2 Cor. 12. 21. My God will humble me, and grieve me,
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(21) part (DIV2)
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and afflict me, to see in what an woful plight, I must leave divers of you.
and afflict me, to see in what an woeful plighted, I must leave diverse of you.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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Oh ye Sons of the Night, you poor, ignorant, and da•k Souls, upon whom the Light hath shined,
O you Sons of the Night, you poor, ignorant, and da•k Souls, upon whom the Light hath shined,
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(21) part (DIV2)
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but your Darkness comprehendeth it not:
but your Darkness comprehendeth it not:
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Oh you poor, obstinate, and hardned Souls, upon whom I have been ploughing, as upon Rocks,
O you poor, obstinate, and hardened Souls, upon whom I have been ploughing, as upon Rocks,
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(21) part (DIV2)
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and hewing as upon Adamants, who still remain under as great hardness, as if no Dew nor Rain had ever fallen on you.
and hewing as upon Adamants, who still remain under as great hardness, as if no Due nor Rain had ever fallen on you.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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Oh you poor, half-bak'd, almost Christians, that have taken up your stand in your present Attainments;
O you poor, half-baked, almost Christians, that have taken up your stand in your present Attainments;
uh pn22 j, j, av np1, cst vhb vvn p-acp po22 vvb p-acp po22 j n2;
(21) part (DIV2)
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my Soul is under great fears, and must weep in secret for you, whil'st my Tongue must be henceforth silent:
my Soul is under great fears, and must weep in secret for you, whilst my Tongue must be henceforth silent:
po11 n1 vbz p-acp j n2, cc vmb vvi p-acp j-jn c-acp pn22, cs po11 n1 vmb vbi av j:
(21) part (DIV2)
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Oh every Soul, that is without fear of himself, my Soul is afraid for you, the fearless Soul is in a fearful state.
O every Soul, that is without Fear of himself, my Soul is afraid for you, the fearless Soul is in a fearful state.
uh d n1, cst vbz p-acp n1 pp-f px31, po11 n1 vbz j p-acp pn22, dt j n1 vbz p-acp dt j n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
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Sinners, let my fears be your fears:
Sinners, let my fears be your fears:
n2, vvb po11 n2 vbb po22 n2:
(21) part (DIV2)
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What, is there such astonishing guilt upon you, and yet not afraid? Such a dreadful Roll writ against you,
What, is there such astonishing guilt upon you, and yet not afraid? Such a dreadful Roll writ against you,
q-crq, vbz pc-acp d vvg n1 p-acp pn22, cc av xx j? d dt j n1 vvn p-acp pn22,
(21) part (DIV2)
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and yet not afraid? So many Sabb•ths, Sermons, Warnings lost, and never to be recalled;
and yet not afraid? So many Sabb•ths, Sermons, Warnings lost, and never to be Recalled;
cc av xx j? av d n2, n2, n2 vvn, cc av-x pc-acp vbi vvn;
(21) part (DIV2)
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nor any Assurance left of one Sermon, or Warning more, and yet not afraid? Such a subtil Devil, such a deceitful Heart, such a tempting World, that you have to deal withall;
nor any Assurance left of one Sermon, or Warning more, and yet not afraid? Such a subtle devil, such a deceitful Heart, such a tempting World, that you have to deal withal;
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(21) part (DIV2)
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such a black and bottomless Pit into which you are falling, and yet not afraid: Oh what Stocks and Stones hath the Gospel to deal withall!
such a black and bottomless Pit into which you Are falling, and yet not afraid: O what Stocks and Stones hath the Gospel to deal withal!
d dt j-jn cc j n1 p-acp r-crq pn22 vbr vvg, cc av xx j: uh q-crq n2 cc n2 vhz dt n1 pc-acp vvi av!
(21) part (DIV2)
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Beloved, I have labour'd much with you, both publiquely, and from house to house, to bring you under a due fear and jealousie of your selves; beloved, I have laboured much with you, both publicly, and from house to house, to bring you under a due Fear and jealousy of your selves;
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(21) part (DIV2)
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but hitherto your hearts have been too hard for me: Oh yet for trembling hearts, tremble and sin not;
but hitherto your hearts have been too hard for me: O yet for trembling hearts, tremble and sin not;
cc-acp av po22 n2 vhb vbn av j c-acp pno11: uh av p-acp j-vvg n2, vvb cc vvb xx;
(21) part (DIV2)
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fear and pray, fear and hope, fear and repent; Work out your Salvation with fear and trembling.
Fear and pray, Fear and hope, Fear and Repent; Work out your Salvation with Fear and trembling.
vvb cc vvb, n1 cc n1, vvb cc vvi; vvb av po22 n1 p-acp n1 cc j-vvg.
(21) part (DIV2)
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Oh if my fea•s were once become your fears: your fears would become my hopes! Oh what a Day-spring of hopes, would arise from the shaking of secure hearts!
O if my fea•s were once become your fears: your fears would become my hope's! O what a Dayspring of hope's, would arise from the shaking of secure hearts!
uh cs po11 n2 vbdr a-acp vvn po22 n2: po22 n2 vmd vvi po11 n2! uh r-crq dt n1 pp-f n2, vmd vvi p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f j n2!
(21) part (DIV2)
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These Fears would be as the thicker Darkness, Fore-runners of Break of Day. 2. My parting Wishes, and Desires for you, are,
These Fears would be as the thicker Darkness, Forerunners of Break of Day. 2. My parting Wishes, and Desires for you, Are,
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(21) part (DIV2)
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1. That the good Seed which hath been sown amongst you, were well rooted in every heart:
1. That the good Seed which hath been sown among you, were well rooted in every heart:
crd cst dt j n1 r-crq vhz vbn vvn p-acp pn22, vbdr av vvn p-acp d n1:
(21) part (DIV2)
541
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I wish that my Twenty Yea•s Ministry among you, may not be lost Labour, to any one of your Souls.
I wish that my Twenty Yea•s Ministry among you, may not be lost Labour, to any one of your Souls.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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2. I wish that your next Seeds man, may be more skilful and successful;
2. I wish that your next Seeds man, may be more skilful and successful;
crd pns11 vvb cst po22 ord np1 n1, vmb vbi av-dc j cc j;
(21) part (DIV2)
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that the good Lord will provide you a man, that may teach you in Wisdom, gain you in Love, lead you on to Life, by an Holy Example;
that the good Lord will provide you a man, that may teach you in Wisdom, gain you in Love, led you on to Life, by an Holy Exampl;
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(21) part (DIV2)
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and if the Lord grant you this mercy, I wish that such an one may be deatly priz'd and chearfully accepted by you.
and if the Lord grant you this mercy, I wish that such an one may be deatly prized and cheerfully accepted by you.
cc cs dt n1 vvb pn22 d n1, pns11 vvb cst d dt pi vmb vbi av-j vvn cc av-j vvn p-acp pn22.
(21) part (DIV2)
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God keep this Flock from a Ravening Wolf, and a deceitful Shepheard. 3. I wish that there may be no Root of Bitterness springing up amongst you;
God keep this Flock from a Ravening Wolf, and a deceitful Shepherd. 3. I wish that there may be no Root of Bitterness springing up among you;
np1 vvb d vvb p-acp dt j-vvg n1, cc dt j n1. crd pns11 vvb cst a-acp vmb vbi dx n1 pp-f n1 vvg a-acp p-acp pn22;
(21) part (DIV2)
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that there be no Divisions or Contentions, but that you may live in peace and love, that the God of peace and love may be with you.
that there be no Divisions or Contentions, but that you may live in peace and love, that the God of peace and love may be with you.
d pc-acp vbi dx n2 cc n2, cc-acp cst pn22 vmb vvi p-acp n1 cc n1, cst dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vmb vbi p-acp pn22.
(21) part (DIV2)
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4. I wish that this place, where so much good Seed hath been sown, may become a fruitful Field, that the Fruits of Faith and Repentance, the Fruits of Righteousness and Holiness, may be in you, and abound;
4. I wish that this place, where so much good Seed hath been sown, may become a fruitful Field, that the Fruits of Faith and Repentance, the Fruits of Righteousness and Holiness, may be in you, and abound;
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(21) part (DIV2)
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that you may be neither barren, nor unfruitful;
that you may be neither barren, nor unfruitful;
cst pn22 vmb vbi dx j, ccx j;
(21) part (DIV2)
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that Religion, in the power and practice of it, may so visibly flourish, in the several persons, in the several Families, of this Congregation, that they that go by, may see,
that Religion, in the power and practice of it, may so visibly flourish, in the several Persons, in the several Families, of this Congregation, that they that go by, may see,
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(21) part (DIV2)
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and say, This is the Field which the Lord hath blessed.
and say, This is the Field which the Lord hath blessed.
cc vvi, d vbz dt n1 r-crq dt n1 vhz vvn.
(21) part (DIV2)
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5. I wish, that whatever Clouds may at any time gather over you, may not fall down in a withering Storm,
5. I wish, that whatever Clouds may At any time gather over you, may not fallen down in a withering Storm,
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(21) part (DIV2)
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or a sweeping Floud, but may pass away in a Mist, or dissolve into a fruitful Dew;
or a sweeping Flood, but may pass away in a Missed, or dissolve into a fruitful Due;
cc dt j-vvg n1, cc-acp vmb vvi av p-acp dt n1, cc vvi p-acp dt j n1;
(21) part (DIV2)
545
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that no Persecutions, or Temptations, may ever carry you down the Stream with evil men, nor blight any hopeful beginnings, that are budding forth in any of your Souls:
that no Persecutions, or Temptations, may ever carry you down the Stream with evil men, nor blight any hopeful beginnings, that Are budding forth in any of your Souls:
cst dx n2, cc n2, vmb av vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1 p-acp j-jn n2, ccx vvi d j n2, cst vbr vvg av p-acp d pp-f po22 n2:
(21) part (DIV2)
545
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If Tribulation should be any of your Lots, I wish it may not be to you,
If Tribulation should be any of your Lots, I wish it may not be to you,
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(21) part (DIV2)
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as the Hail of Egypt, but as the Dew of Hermon.
as the Hail of Egypt, but as the Due of Hermon.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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6. I wish you a joyful Harvest, that you may reap in Eternity, what hath been sown in Time;
6. I wish you a joyful Harvest, that you may reap in Eternity, what hath been sown in Time;
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(21) part (DIV2)
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may you now sow in Righteousness, and hereafter reap in Mercy: May every one that is now sowing in Tears, for ever reap in joy:
may you now sow in Righteousness, and hereafter reap in Mercy: May every one that is now sowing in Tears, for ever reap in joy:
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(21) part (DIV2)
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May you that go on your way weeping, bearing pretious Seed, return with joy ▪ and bring your Sheavs with you:
May you that go on your Way weeping, bearing precious Seed, return with joy ▪ and bring your Sheaves with you:
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(21) part (DIV2)
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May the Showers of this day, be the watering of your Seed, that it may spring up to Eternal Life.
May the Showers of this day, be the watering of your Seed, that it may spring up to Eternal Life.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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Brethren, My hearts desire for you all is, that you may be saved;Brothers, My hearts desire for you all is, that you may be saved;
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(21) part (DIV2)
547
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and if there be any persons, that bear evil will to me, my particular wish for them, is, The Good-will of him that dwelt in the Bush be those Men's Portions for ever.
and if there be any Persons, that bear evil will to me, my particular wish for them, is, The Goodwill of him that dwelled in the Bush be those Men's Portions for ever.
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(21) part (DIV2)
547
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These are some of my Wishes for you; will you joyn your Wishes with mine: Will you turn your Wishes into Prayers, and let this be your Prayer;
These Are Some of my Wishes for you; will you join your Wishes with mine: Will you turn your Wishes into Prayers, and let this be your Prayer;
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(21) part (DIV2)
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The Lord grant thee thine hearts desire, and fulfill all thy Mind. The Lord grant thee thine hearts desire, and fulfil all thy Mind.
dt n1 vvb pno21 po21 ng1 n1, cc vvi d po21 n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
548
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Brethren, Do I wish you any harm in all this? If not, if it be to wished, that the Word of Christ were rooted in your Hearts,Brothers, Do I wish you any harm in all this? If not, if it be to wished, that the Word of christ were rooted in your Hearts,
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(21) part (DIV2)
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and your Souls thereby rooted in the Grace of God;
and your Souls thereby rooted in the Grace of God;
cc po22 n2 av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1;
(21) part (DIV2)
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if it be to be wished, That your Lusts were rooted out, your sins dead and dried up, your foot gotten out of the Snare, your Souls brought into the Fold, your Fruits of Righteousness and Holiness abounding,
if it be to be wished, That your Lustiest were rooted out, your Sins dead and dried up, your foot got out of the Snare, your Souls brought into the Fold, your Fruits of Righteousness and Holiness abounding,
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(21) part (DIV2)
549
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and growing up unto Eternal Life: If all this to be to be wished, then give in your Votes with mine;
and growing up unto Eternal Life: If all this to be to be wished, then give in your Votes with mine;
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(21) part (DIV2)
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wish and pray, pray and press on, press on and wait for the accomplishment of this Grace in you all.
wish and pray, pray and press on, press on and wait for the accomplishment of this Grace in you all.
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(21) part (DIV2)
549
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I tell you again, I wish you well; and not onely I, but the Lord God that hath sent me to you:
I tell you again, I wish you well; and not only I, but the Lord God that hath sent me to you:
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(21) part (DIV2)
549
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The Lord Jesus wishes you well; he wishes and wooes, wooes and weeps, weeps and dies, that your Souls might live, and be belssed for ever:
The Lord jesus wishes you well; he wishes and Woes, Woes and weeps, weeps and die, that your Souls might live, and be belssed for ever:
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(21) part (DIV2)
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He hath once more sent me to you, even to the worst amongst you, to tell you from him, that he's unwilling you should perish;
He hath once more sent me to you, even to the worst among you, to tell you from him, that he's unwilling you should perish;
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(21) part (DIV2)
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that he hath a kindness for you in his heart, if you will accept it: He hath Bloud and Bowels for you;
that he hath a kindness for you in his heart, if you will accept it: He hath Blood and Bowels for you;
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(21) part (DIV2)
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Bloud to expiate your guilt, to wash away your filth;Blood to expiate your guilt, to wash away your filth;
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(21) part (DIV2)
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and Bowels to offer you the benefit of his Bloud; with this Wish, Oh that it were theirs!
and Bowels to offer you the benefit of his Blood; with this Wish, O that it were theirs!
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(21) part (DIV2)
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Oh that they would hearken and accept! Onely I must add, That the Lord hath two sorts of Wishes concerning sinners:O that they would harken and accept! Only I must add, That the Lord hath two sorts of Wishes Concerning Sinners:
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(21) part (DIV2)
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The first is, Oh that they would hearken!
The First is, O that they would harken!
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(21) part (DIV2)
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Oh that they would come in, be healed, and be saved, Deut. 5. 29. This Wish is an Olive Branch, that brings good Tidings,
O that they would come in, be healed, and be saved, Deuteronomy 5. 29. This Wish is an Olive Branch, that brings good Tidings,
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(21) part (DIV2)
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and gives great hopes of Peace and Mercy.
and gives great hope's of Peace and Mercy.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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His last Wish is, Oh that they had hearkned, that they had accepted, Psal. 81. 13. Oh that my people had hearkned to me.
His last Wish is, O that they had hearkened, that they had accepted, Psalm 81. 13. O that my people had hearkened to me.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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Luk. 19. 42. Oh that thou hadst known in this thy day, the things that concern thy peace.
Luk. 19. 42. O that thou Hadst known in this thy day, the things that concern thy peace.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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This Wish hath nothing but Dread and Death in it:
This Wish hath nothing but Dread and Death in it:
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(21) part (DIV2)
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it is the Black Flagg hung out, that proclaims Eternall Wars. The sence is, Israel had once a fair time of it;
it is the Black Flag hung out, that proclaims Eternal Wars. The sense is, Israel had once a fair time of it;
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(21) part (DIV2)
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a time of Love, a time of Grace, a time of Peace: Oh that they had hearkned then, that they had known the Things that concern their peace!
a time of Love, a time of Grace, a time of Peace: O that they had hearkened then, that they had known the Things that concern their peace!
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(21) part (DIV2)
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But woe, woe to them, 'tis now too late, the Door is shut, the Season is over, the Day is past;
But woe, woe to them, it's now too late, the Door is shut, the Season is over, the Day is past;
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(21) part (DIV2)
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But now they are hid from thine Eyes. But now they Are hid from thine Eyes.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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There are three deadly darts in this Wish [ oh that thou hadst ] it includes in it these three cutting words, Thou hast not. Thou mightest. Thou shalt not for ever.
There Are three deadly darts in this Wish [ o that thou Hadst ] it includes in it these three cutting words, Thou hast not. Thou Mightest. Thou shalt not for ever.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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1. There is this in it, [ Thou hast not.
1. There is this in it, [ Thou hast not.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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] What have I not? why, thou hast not known the things that belong to thy peace.
] What have I not? why, thou hast not known the things that belong to thy peace.
] q-crq vhb pns11 xx? uh-crq, pns21 vh2 xx vvn dt n2 cst vvb p-acp po21 n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
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Thou hast had the door of Glory, the Gate of Heaven open to thee, and hast been call'd for,
Thou hast had the door of Glory, the Gate of Heaven open to thee, and hast been called for,
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(21) part (DIV2)
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and invited in, but thou hast lost the opportunity.
and invited in, but thou hast lost the opportunity.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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Thou knewest not when thou wert well offered, nor would'st take notice what a day was before thee, what a price was in thine hand;
Thou Knewest not when thou Wertenberg well offered, nor Wouldst take notice what a day was before thee, what a price was in thine hand;
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(21) part (DIV2)
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thy peace, the Gospel of peace, the Prince of peace, a Kingdom of peace was set open, offered,
thy peace, the Gospel of peace, the Prince of peace, a Kingdom of peace was Set open, offered,
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(21) part (DIV2)
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and brought home to thy doors, but thou hadst so many other matters to look after, that thou tookest no notice of it, but hast let it slip.
and brought home to thy doors, but thou Hadst so many other matters to look After, that thou tookest no notice of it, but hast let it slip.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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There's one Dart. [ Thou hast not known. ] There's a Gospel gone, there's a Christ gone, there's a Soul, a Kingdom lost.
There's one Dart. [ Thou hast not known. ] There's a Gospel gone, there's a christ gone, there's a Soul, a Kingdom lost.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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2. There is this in it, [ Thou mightest.
2. There is this in it, [ Thou Mightest.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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] Oh that thou hadst? why, Might I? yes thou might'st, if thou wouldst thou mightst.
] O that thou Hadst? why, Might I? yes thou Mightest, if thou Wouldst thou Mightest.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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Thy God did not mock thee, when he preach'd peace to thee; he was willing, and wish'd it thine;
Thy God did not mock thee, when he preached peace to thee; he was willing, and wished it thine;
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(21) part (DIV2)
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if thou wouldst, thou mightst have made it thine own; but whilest he would, thou wouldest not.
if thou Wouldst, thou Mightest have made it thine own; but whilst he would, thou Wouldst not.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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There's another Dart [ I might have known ] I have none to thank but my self for the loss, mine undoing was mine own doing.
There's Another Dart [ I might have known ] I have none to thank but my self for the loss, mine undoing was mine own doing.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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There are no such torments, as when the Soul flies upon it self, and takes revenge on it self;
There Are no such torments, as when the Soul flies upon it self, and Takes revenge on it self;
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(21) part (DIV2)
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oh the gashes that such self-refluctions make, Soul, how camest thou in hither, into all this misery? oh 'tis of my self, my self, that my destruction is.
o the Gashes that such self-refluctions make, Soul, how camest thou in hither, into all this misery? o it's of my self, my self, that my destruction is.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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The door was open, and I was told of it, and was bid come in, but I would not.
The door was open, and I was told of it, and was bid come in, but I would not.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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That I am lost and undone, was not my Fate, which I could not avoid, but my Fault and my folly.
That I am lost and undone, was not my Fate, which I could not avoid, but my Fault and my folly.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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It seems to give some ease of our torment, when we can shift off the fault. It was not I,
It seems to give Some ease of our torment, when we can shift off the fault. It was not I,
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(21) part (DIV2)
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but the Woman, said Adam, It was not I, but the Serpent, said the Woman;
but the Woman, said Adam, It was not I, but the Serpent, said the Woman;
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(21) part (DIV2)
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if that had been true, it would have given ease, as well as serv for an excuse.
if that had been true, it would have given ease, as well as serve for an excuse.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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This thought [ 'Twas mine own doing ] tears the very caul of the heart. Oh I have none to blame but my self, mine own foolish and froward heart.
This Thought [ 'Twas mine own doing ] tears the very caul of the heart. O I have none to blame but my self, mine own foolish and froward heart.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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This is my ignorance, this is my unbelief, this is my wilfulness, my lusts, and my pleasures,
This is my ignorance, this is my unbelief, this is my wilfulness, my Lustiest, and my pleasures,
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(21) part (DIV2)
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and my Idols, that I was running after that, have brought me under this dreadful loss. 'Twas my own doing.
and my Idols, that I was running After that, have brought me under this dreadful loss. 'Twas my own doing.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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3. There is this in it, [ Thou shalt not for ever. ] Oh that thou hadst!
3. There is this in it, [ Thou shalt not for ever. ] O that thou Hadst!
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(21) part (DIV2)
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why, may I not [ yet? ] Is there no hope of recovering the opportunity? not one word more, not one hour more, may not the Sun go [ one ] degree backward? No, no, 'tis too late, too late; thou hast had thy day;
why, may I not [ yet? ] Is there no hope of recovering the opportunity? not one word more, not one hour more, may not the Sun go [ one ] degree backward? No, no, it's too late, too late; thou hast had thy day;
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(21) part (DIV2)
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from henceforth no more for ever.
from henceforth no more for ever.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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There's the last Dart, [ Times past ] there's the death, the Hell, the anguish, the Worm that shall gnaw to eternity.
There's the last Dart, [ Times passed ] there's the death, the Hell, the anguish, the Worm that shall gnaw to eternity.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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This one word [ Time's past ] sets all Hell a roaring; and when its once spoken to a sinner on Earth, there's Hell begun. This one word [ Time's passed ] sets all Hell a roaring; and when its once spoken to a sinner on Earth, there's Hell begun.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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Go thy way wretch, fill up thy measure, and fall into thy place.
Go thy Way wretch, fill up thy measure, and fallen into thy place.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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The Gospel hath no more to say to thee, but this one word, Because I have called,The Gospel hath no more to say to thee, but this one word, Because I have called,
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(21) part (DIV2)
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and thou refusedst, I have stretched out my hand, and thou regardedst not, but hast set at nought all my Counsels,
and thou refusedst, I have stretched out my hand, and thou regardedst not, but hast Set At nought all my Counsels,
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(21) part (DIV2)
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and wouldest none of my reproofs; I also will laugh at thy calamities, and mock when thy fear cometh;
and Wouldst none of my reproofs; I also will laugh At thy calamities, and mock when thy Fear comes;
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(21) part (DIV2)
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when thy fear cometh as desolation, and thy destruction cometh as a Whirle-wind, when distress and anguish cometh upon thee;
when thy Fear comes as desolation, and thy destruction comes as a Whirlwind, when distress and anguish comes upon thee;
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(21) part (DIV2)
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then shalt thou call, but I will not answer, thou shalt seek me early, but shalt not find me.
then shalt thou call, but I will not answer, thou shalt seek me early, but shalt not find me.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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Beloved, my hopes are, and I am not able to say, but that you are yet under the first wish; Oh that they would.
beloved, my hope's Are, and I am not able to say, but that you Are yet under the First wish; O that they would.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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Christ is yet preaching you to faith, and sends his Wish along with his Word, Oh that they would believe.
christ is yet preaching you to faith, and sends his Wish along with his Word, O that they would believe.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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Christ is yet preaching Repentance and Conversion to you, and wishes, O that they would repent, that they would be converted;
christ is yet preaching Repentance and Conversion to you, and wishes, Oh that they would Repent, that they would be converted;
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(21) part (DIV2)
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and to this wish of my Lord, my Soul, and all that is within me, sayes Amen.
and to this wish of my Lord, my Soul, and all that is within me, sayes Amen.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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Brethren, will you yet again say your Lord nay? shall Christ have his wish? shall your Servant for Jesus sake shall I have my wish? will you now at last consent to be sanctified,
Brothers, will you yet again say your Lord nay? shall christ have his wish? shall your Servant for jesus sake shall I have my wish? will you now At last consent to be sanctified,
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(21) part (DIV2)
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and to be saved? let me have this wish, and I dare promise you from the Lord, you shall have yours,
and to be saved? let me have this wish, and I Dare promise you from the Lord, you shall have yours,
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(21) part (DIV2)
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even whatever your Soul can desire. B•ethren, this once hear, this once be prevailed upon; be content that your lusts be rooted out, and your Lord planted into your Souls.
even whatever your Soul can desire. B•ethren, this once hear, this once be prevailed upon; be content that your Lustiest be rooted out, and your Lord planted into your Souls.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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Be content to be pardoned, content to be converted, content to be saved.
Be content to be pardoned, content to be converted, content to be saved.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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This once hear, lest if ye now refuse, ye no •ore be perswaded with, oh that they would! but be 〈 ◊ 〉 ever confounded with, oh that they had! Lest all our wishes,
This once hear, lest if you now refuse, you no •ore be persuaded with, o that they would! but be 〈 ◊ 〉 ever confounded with, o that they had! Lest all our wishes,
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(21) part (DIV2)
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2439
and wooings of you, be turned into weepings, and mournings over you; this once hear; oh that you would.
and wooings of you, be turned into weepings, and mournings over you; this once hear; o that you would.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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I heartily thank you, for your good wishes, and good will towards me; for your willing and chearful entertainment of my person, and attendance on my Ministry.
I heartily thank you, for your good wishes, and good will towards me; for your willing and cheerful entertainment of my person, and attendance on my Ministry.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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2441
And particularly, for your passionate desire of my longer stay among you. Which desire if God had not, my Soul could not have denyed you.
And particularly, for your passionate desire of my longer stay among you. Which desire if God had not, my Soul could not have denied you.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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2442
Though the Almighty, to whose pleasure it's meet that we all submit, hath said Nay to that wish of yours;
Though the Almighty, to whose pleasure it's meet that we all submit, hath said Nay to that wish of yours;
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(21) part (DIV2)
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2443
yet let your Souls say Amen, to this last of mine, that the Lord God would dwell among you,
yet let your Souls say Amen, to this last of mine, that the Lord God would dwell among you,
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(21) part (DIV2)
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2444
and in you, both now and for ever.
and in you, both now and for ever.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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2445
And having thus finished my Labours among you, I shall now close up with this double account.
And having thus finished my Labours among you, I shall now close up with this double account.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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1. Of my discharge of my Ministry in this place. 2. Of my deprivall.
1. Of my discharge of my Ministry in this place. 2. Of my deprival.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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2447
And shall so commit you to God, and to the word of his Grace, which is able to build you up,
And shall so commit you to God, and to the word of his Grace, which is able to built you up,
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(21) part (DIV2)
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2448
and to give you an Inheritance amongst all them that are sanctified. 1. Of my discharge of my Ministry;
and to give you an Inheritance among all them that Are sanctified. 1. Of my discharge of my Ministry;
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(21) part (DIV2)
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2449
what my Doctrine and manner of life hath been, is known to you; and what my aim and intent hath been; is known to God.
what my Doctrine and manner of life hath been, is known to you; and what my aim and intent hath been; is known to God.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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The searcher of hearts, knowes, that 'tis the salvation of Souls, that hath been the mark at which I have levelled.
The searcher of hearts, knows, that it's the salvation of Souls, that hath been the mark At which I have leveled.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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2451
My way hath been to use all plainness, that I might be made manifest in your Consciences:
My Way hath been to use all plainness, that I might be made manifest in your Consciences:
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(21) part (DIV2)
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2452
Weaknesses, and infirmities, both natural and sinful, (the Lord pardon it) I have had many.
Weaknesses, and infirmities, both natural and sinful, (the Lord pardon it) I have had many.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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2453
I am sensible, that much more might have been done, both in publick and in private, had it not been for a weakly body, and a sloathful heart.
I am sensible, that much more might have been done, both in public and in private, had it not been for a weakly body, and a slothful heart.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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2454
I repent that I have had no more zeal for God, no more compassion to Souls;
I Repent that I have had no more zeal for God, no more compassion to Souls;
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(21) part (DIV2)
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2455
I repent that I have been no more constant, and importunate with you, about the matters of Eternity.
I Repent that I have been no more constant, and importunate with you, about the matters of Eternity.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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Oh Eternity, Eternity, that thou wert no more in the heart, and Lips of the Preacher in the hearts, and eares of the hearers.
O Eternity, Eternity, that thou Wertenberg not more in the heart, and Lips of the Preacher in the hearts, and ears of the hearers.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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But while I thus judge my self for my failings.
But while I thus judge my self for my failings.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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2458
Blessed be God for any sincerity to his name, and good will to your Souls, that he hath seen in me.
Blessed be God for any sincerity to his name, and good will to your Souls, that he hath seen in me.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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2459
Blessed be God, I have a witness in my Conscience, and I hope in yours also, that I have not shunned to declare to you, the whole Counsel of God.
Blessed be God, I have a witness in my Conscience, and I hope in yours also, that I have not shunned to declare to you, the Whole Counsel of God.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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Brethren, I call Heaven and Earth to witness this day, that I have set before you life and death, good and evil,
Brothers, I call Heaven and Earth to witness this day, that I have Set before you life and death, good and evil,
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(21) part (DIV2)
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and have not ceased from day to day, to warn you to choose life, and that good way, that leads to it;
and have not ceased from day to day, to warn you to choose life, and that good Way, that leads to it;
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and to escape for your lives, from the way of sin and death.
and to escape for your lives, from the Way of since and death.
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Oh remember the many instructions I have given you, the many Arguments whereby I have striven with you, the many Prayers that have been offered up,
O Remember the many instructions I have given you, the many Arguments whereby I have striven with you, the many Prayers that have been offered up,
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for the guiding and gaining your Souls, into the path of life, and the turning your feet out of the way of destruction.
for the guiding and gaining your Souls, into the path of life, and the turning your feet out of the Way of destruction.
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Oh might I be able to give this Testimony concerning you all, at my departure, they have troden in the right path, they have chosen the good part that shall not be taken from them.
O might I be able to give this Testimony Concerning you all, At my departure, they have trodden in the right path, they have chosen the good part that shall not be taken from them.
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Brethren, Beloved, with whom I have travelled in birth, that Christ might be formed in you;
Brothers, beloved, with whom I have traveled in birth, that christ might be formed in you;
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I must shortly give up my account in a more solemn Assembly;I must shortly give up my account in a more solemn Assembly;
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will you help me to give it up with joy, by shewing your Souls before the Lord,
will you help me to give it up with joy, by showing your Souls before the Lord,
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as the Seal of my Ministrie.
as the Seal of my Ministry.
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Every sincere Convert among you, will be a Crown of rejoycing to me in that day.
Every sincere Convert among you, will be a Crown of rejoicing to me in that day.
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So let me rejoyce, and let my joy be the joy of you all.
So let me rejoice, and let my joy be the joy of you all.
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What shall I say more? If there be any consolation in Christ, if any comfort of love, any bowels and mercies;
What shall I say more? If there be any consolation in christ, if any Comfort of love, any bowels and Mercies;
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if the Glorie of the Eternal God, the Honour of the everlasting Gospel, the safety of your immortal Souls, the incorruptible Crown, the exceeding, eternal weight of glory, weigh any thing with you,
if the Glory of the Eternal God, the Honour of the everlasting Gospel, the safety of your immortal Souls, the incorruptible Crown, the exceeding, Eternal weight of glory, weigh any thing with you,
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then once more let me be•eech you, by all this, to hearken to that word of the Gospel, which God hath spoken to you by me. 2. Of my deprivall.
then once more let me be•eech you, by all this, to harken to that word of the Gospel, which God hath spoken to you by me. 2. Of my deprival.
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The most glorious morning hath its Evening;
The most glorious morning hath its Evening;
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the hour is come wherein the Sun is setting, upon not a few of the Prophets;
the hour is come wherein the Sun is setting, upon not a few of the prophets;
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the shadows of the Evening are stretched forth upon us; our day drawes, our work seems to be at an end.
the shadows of the Evening Are stretched forth upon us; our day draws, our work seems to be At an end.
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Our Pulpits, and our places must know us no more. This is the Lords doing, let all the Earth keep silence before him.
Our Pulpits, and our places must know us no more. This is the lords doing, let all the Earth keep silence before him.
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It is not a light thing for me, Brethren, to be laid aside from the work,
It is not a Light thing for me, Brothers, to be laid aside from the work,
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and cast out of the Vineyard of the Lord; and it must be something of weight, that must support under so severe a doom.
and cast out of the Vineyard of the Lord; and it must be something of weight, that must support under so severe a doom.
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I know there are not a few, that will add to the affliction of the afflicted, by telling the World, 'tis their own fault, they might prevent it if they would;I know there Are not a few, that will add to the affliction of the afflicted, by telling the World, it's their own fault, they might prevent it if they would;
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whether this be so or no, God knoweth, and let the Lord be Judge.
whither this be so or no, God Knoweth, and let the Lord be Judge.
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Blessed be God, whatever be, this is not laid to our charge, as the reason of our seclusion, either insufficiency or scandall.
Blessed be God, whatever be, this is not laid to our charge, as the reason of our seclusion, either insufficiency or scandal.
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You are not ignorant, what things there are imposed on us, as the condition of our continuing our Ministration;
You Are not ignorant, what things there Are imposed on us, as the condition of our Continuing our Ministration;
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which how lawful and expedient soever they seem in the Judgment of many, yet have the most specious Arguments that plead for them, left me utterly dissatisfied in my Conscience about them.
which how lawful and expedient soever they seem in the Judgement of many, yet have the most specious Arguments that plead for them, left me utterly dissatisfied in my Conscience about them.
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I must profess before God, Angels, and men, that my non-submission, is not from any disloyalty to Authority,
I must profess before God, Angels, and men, that my nonsubmission, is not from any disloyalty to authority,
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nor from pride, humour, or any factious disposition, or design;
nor from pride, humour, or any factious disposition, or Design;
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but, because I dare not contradict my light, nor do any thing concerning which my heart tells me, the Lord sayes, do it not.
but, Because I Dare not contradict my Light, nor do any thing Concerning which my heart tells me, the Lord Says, do it not.
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After all my most impartial Enquiries, after all my seeking counsel ▪ from the Lord,
After all my most impartial Enquiries, After all my seeking counsel ▪ from the Lord,
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after all my considering, and consulting with men of all perswasions, about these Matters, I find my self so far short of satisfaction, that I am plainly put to this choice, to part with my Ministry, or my Conscience. I dare not lie before God and the World;
After all my considering, and consulting with men of all persuasions, about these Matters, I find my self so Far short of satisfaction, that I am plainly put to this choice, to part with my Ministry, or my Conscience. I Dare not lie before God and the World;
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nor come and tell you, I approve, I allow, I heartily consent, to what I neither do, nor can;
nor come and tell you, I approve, I allow, I heartily consent, to what I neither doe, nor can;
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but must choose rather, that my Ministry be seal'd up by my Sufferings, than lengthned out by a Lie: Through the Grace of God,
but must choose rather, that my Ministry be sealed up by my Sufferings, than lengthened out by a Lie: Through the Grace of God,
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though men do, yet my heart shall not reproach me while I live; If our heart condemn us, God is greater than our hearts, and knoweth all things.
though men do, yet my heart shall not reproach me while I live; If our heart condemn us, God is greater than our hearts, and Knoweth all things.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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But however, though I must now no longer act as a Minister. I shall, through the Grace of God, endeavour peaceably,
But however, though I must now no longer act as a Minister. I shall, through the Grace of God, endeavour peaceably,
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(21) part (DIV2)
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and patiently, to suffer as a Christian.
and patiently, to suffer as a Christian.
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I should, to testifie my Obedience to Authority, have become all Things to all Men, to the uttermost that I could, with any clearness of heart:
I should, to testify my obedience to authority, have become all Things to all Men, to the uttermost that I could, with any clearness of heart:
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But since Matters stand so, that I must lose my place, or my peace, I chearfully suffer my self to be thrust off the Stage.
But since Matters stand so, that I must loose my place, or my peace, I cheerfully suffer my self to be thrust off the Stage.
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(21) part (DIV2)
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And now welcome the Cross of Christ, welcome Reproach, welcome Poverty, Scorn, and Contempt, or whatever else may befall me on this account.
And now welcome the Cross of christ, welcome Reproach, welcome Poverty, Scorn, and Contempt, or whatever Else may befall me on this account.
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This Morning I had a Flock, and you had a Pastour; but now behold a Pastour without a Flock, a Flock without a Shepheard:
This Morning I had a Flock, and you had a Pastor; but now behold a Pastor without a Flock, a Flock without a Shepherd:
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This Morning I had an House but now I have none; Thi• morning I had an Living, but now I have none:
This Morning I had an House but now I have none; Thi• morning I had an Living, but now I have none:
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The Lord hath given and the Lord hath takes away, Blessed be the Name of the Lord. The Lord hath given and the Lord hath Takes away, Blessed be the Name of the Lord.
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Beloved, I am sensible of many Weaknesses and Disadvantages I am under, which may rende• a suffering state the harder to be born;
beloved, I am sensible of many Weaknesses and Disadvantages I am under, which may rende• a suffering state the harder to be born;
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help me by your Prayers; and not me onely, but all my Brethren also, with whom my Lot must fall;
help me by your Prayers; and not me only, but all my Brothers also, with whom my Lot must fallen;
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(21) part (DIV2)
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Pray for us for we trust that we have a good Conscience, in all things willing to live honestly. Pray,Pray for us for we trust that we have a good Conscience, in all things willing to live honestly. Pray,
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1. That God would make our Silence speak, and preach the same Holy Doctrine, that we have preached with our Lips.
1. That God would make our Silence speak, and preach the same Holy Doctrine, that we have preached with our Lips.
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2. That he would give Supports answerable to our Sufferings; that he who comforteth those that are cast down, will also comfort his Servants that are cast out.
2. That he would give Supports answerable to our Sufferings; that he who comforts those that Are cast down, will also Comfort his Servants that Are cast out.
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3. That according to our earnest expectation, and our hope, as always, so now also, Christ may be magnified in us,
3. That according to our earnest expectation, and our hope, as always, so now also, christ may be magnified in us,
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(21) part (DIV2)
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whether it be by Life, or by Death.
whither it be by Life, or by Death.
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And thus, Brethren, I bid you all farewel, in the words of the Apostle, 2 Cor. 13. 11. Finally, Brethren, farewel, be perfect be of good comfort, be of one mind, live in peace;And thus, Brothers, I bid you all farewell, in the words of the Apostle, 2 Cor. 13. 11. Finally, Brothers, farewell, be perfect be of good Comfort, be of one mind, live in peace;
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and the God of Peace and Love shall be with you.
and the God of Peace and Love shall be with you.
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And that God of Peace, that brought again from the Dead our Lord Jesus that great Shepheard of the Sheep, through the Bloud of the Everlasting Covenant, make you perfect in every good Work, to do his Will;And that God of Peace, that brought again from the Dead our Lord jesus that great Shepherd of the Sheep, through the Blood of the Everlasting Covenant, make you perfect in every good Work, to do his Will;
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working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight, through Jesus Christ; To whom be Glory, for ever and ever, AMEN. FINIS.
working in you that which is Well-pleasing in his sighed, through jesus christ; To whom be Glory, for ever and ever, AMEN. FINIS.
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