The Gospel-covenant; or The covenant of grace opened. Wherein are explained; 1. The differences betwixt the covenant of grace and covenant of workes. 2. The different administration of the covenant before and since Christ. 3. The benefits and blessings of it. 4. The condition. 5. The properties of it. / Preached in Concord in Nevv-England by Peter Bulkeley, sometimes fellow of Johns Colledge in Cambridge. Published according to order.
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1. The differences betwixt the Covenant of Grace, and Covenant of Works, &c. ZECH. 9.11. As for thee also, by the bloud of thy Covenant have I sent forth thy prisoners, out of the pit wherein there is no water;
1. The differences betwixt the Covenant of Grace, and Covenant of Works, etc. ZECHARIAH. 9.11. As for thee also, by the blood of thy Covenant have I sent forth thy Prisoners, out of the pit wherein there is no water;
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THis Prophet Zechariah was one of those three Prophets, whom God raised up to Prophecy to the people of the Jewes, after their returne from the Captivitie of Babylon; And yet so after,
THis Prophet Zechariah was one of those three prophets, whom God raised up to Prophecy to the people of the Jews, After their return from the Captivity of Babylon; And yet so After,
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as that it was in part also during the time of captivitie of many of them, many of the Jewes remaining still in Chaldea, the land of their captivitie, notwithstanding the libertie proclaimed by Cyrus. Whether length of time, (the captivitie having continued seventie yeares) had made the land naturall to those that were young and had been borne there,
as that it was in part also during the time of captivity of many of them, many of the Jews remaining still in Chaldea, the land of their captivity, notwithstanding the liberty proclaimed by Cyrus. Whither length of time, (the captivity having continued seventie Years) had made the land natural to those that were young and had been born there,
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or whether under Cyrus they might hope to finde more ease from their burthens then formerly under the Babylonians, or whether the length of the journey, dangers by the way, the hazzards they might meet withall in their own land, they being now setled in Babylon, and having houses and orchards,
or whither under Cyrus they might hope to find more ease from their burdens then formerly under the Babylonians, or whither the length of the journey, dangers by the Way, the hazards they might meet withal in their own land, they being now settled in Babylon, and having houses and orchards,
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whether (I say) it were any of these, or all together, that hindered them, this is certain, many of them neglected to returne to their own land, in so much as the Prophet is faine to call upon them,
whither (I say) it were any of these, or all together, that hindered them, this is certain, many of them neglected to return to their own land, in so much as the Prophet is feign to call upon them,
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as he doth in Chapter 2.6, 7. Hoe, come forth, and flee from the land of the North, deliver thy selfe, O Zion, which dwellest with the daughter of Babel.
as he does in Chapter 2.6, 7. Hoe, come forth, and flee from the land of the North, deliver thy self, Oh Zion, which dwellest with the daughter of Babel.
Adding to this call of his many promises, to allure and incourage them thereunto. As first, By a promise of plenteous increase and multiplying in their owne land.
Adding to this call of his many promises, to allure and encourage them thereunto. As First, By a promise of plenteous increase and multiplying in their own land.
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But the Apostle applyes them to all, whether Jewes or Gentiles in their naturall uncleannesse, calling upon them to come out of the sinfull pollution of the world.
But the Apostle Applies them to all, whither Jews or Gentiles in their natural uncleanness, calling upon them to come out of the sinful pollution of the world.
Thirdly, It is applyed to the present miserable forsaken condition of the Jewes, in which they now lie, they being now a refuse people, cast off by God,
Thirdly, It is applied to the present miserable forsaken condition of the Jews, in which they now lie, they being now a refuse people, cast off by God,
And this their present bondage is typed out by their captivitie in Babylon; as we may see by comparing Rom. 11.26. with Esay 59.20. That which was in the letter of it, spoken of their deliverance out of Babylon, from under the Chaldeans, the same doth the Apostle apply to their last deliverance, which is yet to come.
And this their present bondage is typed out by their captivity in Babylon; as we may see by comparing Rom. 11.26. with Isaiah 59.20. That which was in the Letter of it, spoken of their deliverance out of Babylon, from under the Chaldeans, the same does the Apostle apply to their last deliverance, which is yet to come.
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I understand this Text, Zech. 9.11. As for thee also, by the blond of thy Covenant, I have sent out thy prisoners out of the pit, &c. By vertue of the Covenant made with their fathers, they shall be delivered out of the bondage in which they are now holden.
I understand this Text, Zechariah 9.11. As for thee also, by the blond of thy Covenant, I have sent out thy Prisoners out of the pit, etc. By virtue of the Covenant made with their Father's, they shall be Delivered out of the bondage in which they Are now held.
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To apply it to these times, is contrary to the words of the Text, for the Text speakes of a thing past, I have sent forth, &c. therefore not of things to come.
To apply it to these times, is contrary to the words of the Text, for the Text speaks of a thing past, I have sent forth, etc. Therefore not of things to come.
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Those which are any whit exercised in the reading the Prophecies in Scripture, doe know that it is an usuall thing with them, to speake of things to come,
Those which Are any whit exercised in the reading the Prophecies in Scripture, do know that it is an usual thing with them, to speak of things to come,
as if it were done already. Thus Esa. 9.6. so Apoc. 18. Babel is fallen, &c. speaking as if the things were past, when yet they were still to come.
as if it were done already. Thus Isaiah 9.6. so Apocalypse 18. Babel is fallen, etc. speaking as if the things were passed, when yet they were still to come.
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In ver. 9. Rejoyce greatly, &c. Behold thy King, &c. These words are applyed by Matthew, Chapt. 21.5. to Christ coming in person to Jerusalem, that being the accomplishment of this Prophecy.
In ver. 9. Rejoice greatly, etc. Behold thy King, etc. These words Are applied by Matthew, Chapter 21.5. to christ coming in person to Jerusalem, that being the accomplishment of this Prophecy.
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Now the deliverance in my Text is consequent to that comming of Christ, and therefore cannot be referred either onely or principally to their deliverance out of that Easterne Babel. Because that was many yeares before Christs coming.
Now the deliverance in my Text is consequent to that coming of christ, and Therefore cannot be referred either only or principally to their deliverance out of that Eastern Babel. Because that was many Years before Christ coming.
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And this reason is of the more force with me, because of that which followeth in ver. 10. where it's said, that Christ shall speake peace to the Heathen; where the calling in of the Nations or Gentiles is prophecied of,
And this reason is of the more force with me, Because of that which follows in ver. 10. where it's said, that christ shall speak peace to the Heathen; where the calling in of the nations or Gentiles is prophesied of,
First Christ comes, ver. 9. then the Gentiles are called, ver. 10. Then the Jewes are delivered out of the pit, in which they are holden, ver. 11. This order observed by the Prophet, enforceth us to refer these words to these times, to the present estate of the Jewes, and to look further then to the first captivitie in Babylon.
First christ comes, ver. 9. then the Gentiles Are called, ver. 10. Then the Jews Are Delivered out of the pit, in which they Are held, ver. 11. This order observed by the Prophet, enforceth us to refer these words to these times, to the present estate of the Jews, and to look further then to the First captivity in Babylon.
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The promise is here made both to Judah and Israel; Israel being understood by the name of Ephraim, ver. 13. And this I take to be a rule for understanding many places in the Prophets, that when the Prophet doth distinctly mention both Judah and Israel, or Ephraim, making them both to be sharers in the blessing promised, those Pr•phecies, I suppose, are to be referred to these last times,
The promise is Here made both to Judah and Israel; Israel being understood by the name of Ephraim, ver. 13. And this I take to be a Rule for understanding many places in the prophets, that when the Prophet does distinctly mention both Judah and Israel, or Ephraim, making them both to be sharers in the blessing promised, those Pr•phecies, I suppose, Are to be referred to these last times,
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because it is not to be shewed by any History in Scripture, that the ten Tribes of Israel (understood by Ephraim ) (because Ephraim was the chiefe of those ten) were ever restored since their Captivitie, or united to Judah againe.
Because it is not to be showed by any History in Scripture, that the ten Tribes of Israel (understood by Ephraim) (Because Ephraim was the chief of those ten) were ever restored since their Captivity, or united to Judah again.
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Now then the promise being made both to Judah and Israel, or Ephraim, therefore I referre it to those times, wherein both of them shall be called againe,
Now then the promise being made both to Judah and Israel, or Ephraim, Therefore I refer it to those times, wherein both of them shall be called again,
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Consider that in Jer. 3.16, 17. Here is a promise made to Judah and Israel. But to what time is this prophecy to be referred? I suppose to these last times, wherein both Judah and Israel shall be called againe:
Consider that in Jer. 3.16, 17. Here is a promise made to Judah and Israel. But to what time is this prophecy to be referred? I suppose to these last times, wherein both Judah and Israel shall be called again:
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Because in ver. 16. it's said (in the time wherein the prophecy should be fulfilled) They shall then say no more, the Arke of the Covenant of the Lord,
Because in ver. 16. it's said (in the time wherein the prophecy should be fulfilled) They shall then say no more, the Ark of the Covenant of the Lord,
neither shall it come to minde, neither shall they remember it; that is, there should be a change of worship, the ceremoniall worship shall be abolished,
neither shall it come to mind, neither shall they Remember it; that is, there should be a change of worship, the ceremonial worship shall be abolished,
they should mind it no more. A like expression Esay useth, Esa. 65.17. speaking of the times of the Gospel, The former things (saith he) shall come no more to minde.
they should mind it no more. A like expression Isaiah uses, Isaiah 65.17. speaking of the times of the Gospel, The former things (Says he) shall come no more to mind.
This change of ordinances therefore here prophecied of, argues that this Prophecy cannot be meant of the time of their returne out of Babylon; because then those ceremoniall ordinances were not changed nor taken away.
This change of ordinances Therefore Here prophesied of, argues that this Prophecy cannot be meant of the time of their return out of Babylon; Because then those ceremonial ordinances were not changed nor taken away.
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Because in the time of this Prophecies accomplishment, all Nations must be gathered to Jerusalem, to joyne with the Church of the Jewes in the worship of God.
Because in the time of this Prophecies accomplishment, all nations must be gathered to Jerusalem, to join with the Church of the Jews in the worship of God.
But all Nations were not gathered to them at their coming out of Babylon. Indeed some mixture there was of other people among the Jewes; as is gathered Nehe. 13.3. and out of Ezra. But that mixture was plainly condemned as sinfull, and the Jewes were commanded to separate themselves from them.
But all nations were not gathered to them At their coming out of Babylon. Indeed Some mixture there was of other people among the Jews; as is gathered Neh 13.3. and out of Ezra. But that mixture was plainly condemned as sinful, and the Jews were commanded to separate themselves from them.
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so neither at this time of their returne from Babylon. Nay, if we consider the times before this Prophecy was uttered, I suppose there were such a multitude of strangers joyned to the Jewes, as was not to be found at this time of their returne from Babylon; for wee read that in Solomons time, there were found an hundred three & fifty thousand and upwards,
so neither At this time of their return from Babylon. Nay, if we Consider the times before this Prophecy was uttered, I suppose there were such a multitude of Strangers joined to the Jews, as was not to be found At this time of their return from Babylon; for we read that in Solomons time, there were found an hundred three & fifty thousand and upward,
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I grant it was in a gracious measure fulfilled then, and yet so as to run along to have its full and finall accomplishment in the calling home of the Jewes. First, In the dayes of Christ some few of the Jewish Nation were converted to the faith,
I grant it was in a gracious measure fulfilled then, and yet so as to run along to have its full and final accomplishment in the calling home of the Jews. First, In the days of christ Some few of the Jewish nation were converted to the faith,
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Secondly, Afterwards when the Gospel was preached by the Apostles, they preached first to the Jewes, and many of them believed, three thousand in Acts 2.41. and afterwards in Acts 5. five thousand: and in Acts 21.20. Thou seest how many thousand Jewes believe.
Secondly, Afterwards when the Gospel was preached by the Apostles, they preached First to the Jews, and many of them believed, three thousand in Acts 2.41. and afterwards in Acts 5. five thousand: and in Acts 21.20. Thou See how many thousand Jews believe.
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As the sound of the Gospel went all over the world, so the successe was answerable, Rom. 10.18. Rom. 1.13. Rom. 15.19. so that there were many Churches of the Gentiles;
As the found of the Gospel went all over the world, so the success was answerable, Rom. 10.18. Rom. 1.13. Rom. 15.19. so that there were many Churches of the Gentiles;
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and they shall come in, in more abundance, Rom. 11.12. both Judah and Israel being called, so shall the Gentiles come in, in more plenty then hitherto.
and they shall come in, in more abundance, Rom. 11.12. both Judah and Israel being called, so shall the Gentiles come in, in more plenty then hitherto.
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how much more shall their abundance be? That is, their calling, (which shall be in great abundance) so that, then most properly is the time, wherein the Nations shall be gathered to Jerusalem, namely,
how much more shall their abundance be? That is, their calling, (which shall be in great abundance) so that, then most properly is the time, wherein the nations shall be gathered to Jerusalem, namely,
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A third reason to prove this Prophecy not to be accomplished in their returne from Babylon, is from the 17th verse also, where the promise is, that after the returne here spoken of, they shall not walke after the stubbornnesse of their evill heart any more.
A third reason to prove this Prophecy not to be accomplished in their return from Babylon, is from the 17th verse also, where the promise is, that After the return Here spoken of, they shall not walk After the stubbornness of their evil heart any more.
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for certainly they never shewed more obstinacy and stubbornnesse then since that time, as is evident in their malicious wickednesse against Christ in the dayes of his flesh.
for Certainly they never showed more obstinacy and stubbornness then since that time, as is evident in their malicious wickedness against christ in the days of his Flesh.
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as is clearly promised to them in Esay 59.20, 21. compared with Rom. 11. 26. This place then in Jer. 3.16, 17, 18. shews thus much, that the promise being made to Judah and Israel together, the accomplishment thereof was not at their returne from Babylon, but is to be accomplished in their conversion to the faith of Christ.
as is clearly promised to them in Isaiah 59.20, 21. compared with Rom. 11. 26. This place then in Jer. 3.16, 17, 18. shows thus much, that the promise being made to Judah and Israel together, the accomplishment thereof was not At their return from Babylon, but is to be accomplished in their conversion to the faith of christ.
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Another place to confirme the same rule before named, may be that in the Prophet Ezek. 37.16, 17. And so to the end of the Chapter, joyning together Judah and Israel (resembled by the two stickes in his hand) to be one people, under one King:
another place to confirm the same Rule before nam, may be that in the Prophet Ezekiel 37.16, 17. And so to the end of the Chapter, joining together Judah and Israel (resembled by the two sticks in his hand) to be one people, under one King:
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A third Reason is from the enemy spoken of to be destroyed by Judah and Ephraim together, ver. 13. When I have raised up thy sonnes, O Sion, against thy sonnes, O Graecia:
A third Reason is from the enemy spoken of to be destroyed by Judah and Ephraim together, ver. 13. When I have raised up thy Sons, Oh Sion, against thy Sons, Oh Graecia:
meaning that God would by the strength of Judah and Ephraim together, beate to powder the Prince of Grecia. But who is he? Some refer this to the successours of Alexander, the mightie Prince of Graecia, called the Goat, Dan. 8.5. that ran over all with such speed and swiftnesse. But thi• exposition cannot stand;
meaning that God would by the strength of Judah and Ephraim together, beat to powder the Prince of Greece. But who is he? some refer this to the Successors of Alexander, the mighty Prince of Graecia, called the Goat, Dan. 8.5. that ran over all with such speed and swiftness. But thi• exposition cannot stand;
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First, Because these successours of Alexander did mightily afflict the Jewes; but the Jewes were not made such a Gyants sword, as to prevaile against them.
First, Because these Successors of Alexander did mightily afflict the Jews; but the Jews were not made such a Giants sword, as to prevail against them.
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Secondly, Because this conquering the Prince of Graecia followes the coming of Christ, whereas those successours of Alexander that troubled the Jewes were long before.
Secondly, Because this conquering the Prince of Graecia follows the coming of christ, whereas those Successors of Alexander that troubled the Jews were long before.
Thirdly, It cannot (that I know) be shewed that Ephraim or the ten Tribes had any thing to doe with these forces that were guided by the successours of Alexander, as themselves also doe confesse, that refer the story to those times,
Thirdly, It cannot (that I know) be showed that Ephraim or the ten Tribes had any thing to do with these forces that were guided by the Successors of Alexander, as themselves also do confess, that refer the story to those times,
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and therefore to make their interpretation stand, they take Ephraim and Judah for synonymaes, for one and the same people, which is contrary to all Scripture, they being ever taken as two people;
and Therefore to make their Interpretation stand, they take Ephraim and Judah for Synonymaes, for one and the same people, which is contrary to all Scripture, they being ever taken as two people;
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Therefore (though I dare not be peremptory in such particulars, yet) with leave and submission to better light, I suppose this Prince of Graecia is the great Turke, which is Lord of Graecia at this day, against whom Judah and Ephraim shall have a glorious victory,
Therefore (though I Dare not be peremptory in such particulars, yet) with leave and submission to better Light, I suppose this Prince of Graecia is the great Turk, which is Lord of Graecia At this day, against whom Judah and Ephraim shall have a glorious victory,
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when it's said, As for thee also, thou shalt be saved by the bloud, &c. I have sent forth thy prisoners, &c. He had told them before in verse 9th, that Christ shall come;
when it's said, As for thee also, thou shalt be saved by the blood, etc. I have sent forth thy Prisoners, etc. He had told them before in verse 9th, that christ shall come;
and cast as a prisoner into the pit, into miserable thraldome, yet at length, even thou also shalt be delivered and brought back into glorious libertie;
and cast as a prisoner into the pit, into miserable thraldom, yet At length, even thou also shalt be Delivered and brought back into glorious liberty;
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they were sometimes the onely people. It was said of them, Blessed art thou, O Israel, Deut. 33.29. No people like thy people Israel, 2 Sam. 7.23.
they were sometime the only people. It was said of them, Blessed art thou, Oh Israel, Deuteronomy 33.29. No people like thy people Israel, 2 Sam. 7.23.
This have they brought upon themselves, for their sinfull rejecting of Christ, and putting from them the Gosp•l of salvation, which was preached unto them;
This have they brought upon themselves, for their sinful rejecting of christ, and putting from them the Gosp•l of salvation, which was preached unto them;
Christ came unto them, but they received him not, Joh. 1.11. The Gospel was offered them, but they would none of it, Act. 13.46. and therefore the Lord hath also rejected them, making them the lowest and basest of all people.
christ Come unto them, but they received him not, John 1.11. The Gospel was offered them, but they would none of it, Act. 13.46. and Therefore the Lord hath also rejected them, making them the lowest and Basest of all people.
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as it is said of the Beraeans, that they were a more noble people, then those of Thessalonica, because they did with such readinesse & high esteeme embrace the Gospel when it was brought unto them, Act. 17.11.
as it is said of the Bereans, that they were a more noble people, then those of Thessalonica, Because they did with such readiness & high esteem embrace the Gospel when it was brought unto them, Act. 17.11.
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this is the killing sin, the destroying and damning sin, Ioh. 3.19. This brings the greatest and utmost wrath; in 1 Thes. 2.16. it's said of the Jewes, that for this sin the wrath of God comes upon them to the uttermost.
this is the killing since, the destroying and damning since, John 3.19. This brings the greatest and utmost wrath; in 1 Thebes 2.16. it's said of the Jews, that for this since the wrath of God comes upon them to the uttermost.
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and wrath by sin, abounds much more also, (where that grace is disesteemed) therefore it is, that Christ tells the Jews, If he had not come unto them they should have had no sin,
and wrath by since, abounds much more also, (where that grace is disesteemed) Therefore it is, that christ tells the jews, If he had not come unto them they should have had no since,
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but now they have no excuse nor cloake for their sin, Joh. 15.22. The sins of harlots, whoremongers, swearers, drunkards, murderers, are lesse then this sin of rejecting the Gospel of Christ, Mat. 21. Publicans and harlots are better then they;
but now they have no excuse nor cloak for their since, John 15.22. The Sins of harlots, whoremongers, swearers, drunkards, murderers, Are less then this since of rejecting the Gospel of christ, Mathew 21. Publicans and harlots Are better then they;
the filthinesse of Sodome and Gomorrah is knowne, they were exceeding sinners against the Lord, Gen. 13.13. their sins were not of the common sort, but exceeded;
the filthiness of Sodom and Gomorrah is known, they were exceeding Sinners against the Lord, Gen. 13.13. their Sins were not of the Common sort, but exceeded;
then he fulfilled that which he had afore spoken, Deut. 32.23. He spent his plagues and arrowes upon them, as if he would emptie the treasure of all his plagues which he had laid up in store, in executing them upon that people.
then he fulfilled that which he had afore spoken, Deuteronomy 32.23. He spent his plagues and arrows upon them, as if he would empty the treasure of all his plagues which he had laid up in store, in executing them upon that people.
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And this the Lord Jesus foretold them while he was with them, Mat. 22.7. and forewarned them of what would follow, if having the vineyard in their possession, they did not yeeld the fruit of it;
And this the Lord jesus foretold them while he was with them, Mathew 22.7. and forewarned them of what would follow, if having the vineyard in their possession, they did not yield the fruit of it;
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he told them, the Lord would miserably destroy those husbandmen, Mat. 21.41. One of our translations reads it, He will cruelly destroy (NONLATINALPHABET.) And certainly, the Lord never shewed so great severitie against any people,
he told them, the Lord would miserably destroy those husbandmen, Mathew 21.41. One of our Translations reads it, He will cruelly destroy (.) And Certainly, the Lord never showed so great severity against any people,
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but here is woe upon woe threatned against this sin, woe to thee Bethsaida, woe to thee Chorazin, woe to those places where the Gospel comes, and is not regarded.
but Here is woe upon woe threatened against this since, woe to thee Bethsaida, woe to thee Chorazin, woe to those places where the Gospel comes, and is not regarded.
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It's a thundering speech of the Apostle in Heb. 10.29. where he saith, That those that sinned under Moses Law, dyed without mercy, and yet much sorer vengeance shall be unto those that despise the Gospel of Christ.
It's a thundering speech of the Apostle in Hebrew 10.29. where he Says, That those that sinned under Moses Law, died without mercy, and yet much Sorer vengeance shall be unto those that despise the Gospel of christ.
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and mocke when their misery comes, Prov. 1. And saith, that he will rejoyce over them in destroying of them, Deut. 28.63. No plagues like the plagues of such as reject the Gospel of Christ.
and mock when their misery comes, Curae 1. And Says, that he will rejoice over them in destroying of them, Deuteronomy 28.63. No plagues like the plagues of such as reject the Gospel of christ.
as they honour the Father, Joh. 5.23. As the Son did all things to honour the Father, Joh. 8.49. & Joh. 17.4. So it is the Fathers purpose and will to honour the Son, Acts 3.13. 2 Pet. 1.17.
as they honour the Father, John 5.23. As the Son did all things to honour the Father, John 8.49. & John 17.4. So it is the Father's purpose and will to honour the Son, Acts 3.13. 2 Pet. 1.17.
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As the bloud of Abel cryed to God for vengeance against Cain, so doth the contempt done to the bloud of Christ, cry to heaven against the despisers of it much more.
As the blood of Abel cried to God for vengeance against Cain, so does the contempt done to the blood of christ, cry to heaven against the despisers of it much more.
for them it saith, Father forgive them. But it cryes also for judgement against the despisers of it, that God would avenge the contempt of it upon them;
for them it Says, Father forgive them. But it cries also for judgement against the despisers of it, that God would avenge the contempt of it upon them;
This may serve to be a warning to all such people to whom the Gospel of Christ is come, let them in the feare of God take heed lest they neglect so great salvation, and let them with thankfulnesse and love, entertain the grace which is brought unto them, by the revelation of Jesus Christ.
This may serve to be a warning to all such people to whom the Gospel of christ is come, let them in the Fear of God take heed lest they neglect so great salvation, and let them with thankfulness and love, entertain the grace which is brought unto them, by the Revelation of jesus christ.
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If you become despisers, God will work such things among you, as who so heareth them, his eares shall tingle, and your hearts shall ake in the suffering of them much more;
If you become despisers, God will work such things among you, as who so hears them, his ears shall tingle, and your hearts shall ache in the suffering of them much more;
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take heed of despising and setting light by the tydings of your salvation, lest the same things which were ordained to be unto life, be found to be unto you unto death, Rom. 7. and then the greater meanes you have had to bring you to life, the more bitter will your death be.
take heed of despising and setting Light by the tidings of your salvation, lest the same things which were ordained to be unto life, be found to be unto you unto death, Rom. 7. and then the greater means you have had to bring you to life, the more bitter will your death be.
yet it is not received with love, that they might be saved by it, Joh. 3.19. It's put away, and is not esteemed, lamentable is the case of such people.
yet it is not received with love, that they might be saved by it, John 3.19. It's put away, and is not esteemed, lamentable is the case of such people.
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This made Christ to weep over Jerusalem, Luk. 19.41, 42. because they knew not, they regarded not the things of their peace, no peoples case more to be pitied and mourned for then theirs, that injoy the Gospel, but esteeme it not;
This made christ to weep over Jerusalem, Luk. 19.41, 42. Because they knew not, they regarded not the things of their peace, no peoples case more to be pitied and mourned for then theirs, that enjoy the Gospel, but esteem it not;
Let such consider what is said of the Jewes, when they put away the Gospel from them, they did thereby judge themselves unworthy of eternall life, Acts 13.46.
Let such Consider what is said of the Jews, when they put away the Gospel from them, they did thereby judge themselves unworthy of Eternal life, Acts 13.46.
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and the low valleys ready to be exalted, the crooked things to be made straight, that all flesh (that lives within thy borders) may see the salvation of our God.
and the low valleys ready to be exalted, the crooked things to be made straight, that all Flesh (that lives within thy borders) may see the salvation of our God.
Thou hast had the foundation truly laid, by many skilfull builders, many yeares agoe; onely some have built thereupon hay and stubble, in stead of gold and precious stones.
Thou hast had the Foundation truly laid, by many skilful Builders, many Years ago; only Some have built thereupon hay and stubble, in stead of gold and precious stones.
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Some have reported sad things concerning thee in this respect; so much new light breaking forth, that the old zeale is almost extinct by it. Herein take heed.
some have reported sad things Concerning thee in this respect; so much new Light breaking forth, that the old zeal is almost extinct by it. Herein take heed.
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Be not high-minded, because of thy priviledges, but feare, because of thy danger. The more thou hast committed unto thee, the more thou must account for.
Be not High-minded, Because of thy privileges, but Fear, Because of thy danger. The more thou hast committed unto thee, the more thou must account for.
If we walke unworthy of the Gospel brought unto us, the greater our mercy hath been in the enjoying of it, the greater will our judgement be for the contempt. Be instructed, and take heed.
If we walk unworthy of the Gospel brought unto us, the greater our mercy hath been in the enjoying of it, the greater will our judgement be for the contempt. Be instructed, and take heed.
Thus of the present state of the Jewes, they are prisoners in the pit, but though the Jewes be now as prisoners in the pit, living in a forlorne rejected condition,
Thus of the present state of the Jews, they Are Prisoners in the pit, but though the Jews be now as Prisoners in the pit, living in a forlorn rejected condition,
This I conceive is foretold in that place of Jeremie before opened, Jer. 3.16, 17, 18. and Ezek. 36.26. &c. which Camero doth refer to this conversion of theirs now spoken of;
This I conceive is foretold in that place of Jeremiah before opened, Jer. 3.16, 17, 18. and Ezekiel 36.26. etc. which Chamber does refer to this conversion of theirs now spoken of;
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but the 37. Chapter is more cleare, from ver. 15. to the end of the Chapter, the joyning together of those two stickes in the hand of the Prophet, signifying the joyning together of Judah and Israel in the hand of God,
but the 37. Chapter is more clear, from ver. 15. to the end of the Chapter, the joining together of those two sticks in the hand of the Prophet, signifying the joining together of Judah and Israel in the hand of God,
because this mourning for him was never seene in that Nation to this day. But some may say, that in Joh. 19.36, 37. this Scripture in Zech. 12.10. was then fulfilled, when they crucified him and pierced him.
Because this mourning for him was never seen in that nation to this day. But Some may say, that in John 19.36, 37. this Scripture in Zechariah 12.10. was then fulfilled, when they Crucified him and pierced him.
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If it be said, that their mourning for him whom they pierced, was fulfilled in the repentance of those Jewes mentioned, Acts 2.37. so as there is no further accomplishment thereof to be looked for. I answer;
If it be said, that their mourning for him whom they pierced, was fulfilled in the Repentance of those Jews mentioned, Acts 2.37. so as there is no further accomplishment thereof to be looked for. I answer;
is of such a time in which God will be with Judah, and with the people of Jerusalem, in a speciall manner, in the siege which shall be against Jerusalem, at which time, God will make Jerusalem, as an heavie stone to breake in pieces all the people of the earth that lift at it, ver. 2, 3. And is of that time,
is of such a time in which God will be with Judah, and with the people of Jerusalem, in a special manner, in the siege which shall be against Jerusalem, At which time, God will make Jerusalem, as an heavy stone to break in Pieces all the people of the earth that lift At it, ver. 2, 3. And is of that time,
when Jerusalem shall be built againe, upon her own foundation, even in Jerusalem, ver. 6. But these things doe not agree to that time in Acts 2.37. for then Jerusalem did not breake the people that lifted at it, but it selfe was shortly after broken in pieces by the Romans; and the Lord was not then with Judah, but fought against them;
when Jerusalem shall be built again, upon her own Foundation, even in Jerusalem, ver. 6. But these things do not agree to that time in Acts 2.37. for then Jerusalem did not break the people that lifted At it, but it self was shortly After broken in Pieces by the Romans; and the Lord was not then with Judah, but fought against them;
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But some may say, this that is spoken of building Jerusalem againe, may seeme to import, that the Jewes shall againe repossesse their own Land, which is but a vaine conceit.
But Some may say, this that is spoken of building Jerusalem again, may seem to import, that the Jews shall again repossess their own Land, which is but a vain conceit.
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But let those Scriptures be examined which speake of their conversion, and it will appeare, that they speake as punctually concerning their inhabiting againe their owne Land,
But let those Scriptures be examined which speak of their conversion, and it will appear, that they speak as punctually Concerning their inhabiting again their own Land,
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Jeremie tells us, that the Citie (Jerusalem) shall be builded upon her owne heape, Jer. 30.18. And in Chap. 31.17. Thy children (saith the Prophet) shall in the end come againe to their borders:
Jeremiah tells us, that the city (Jerusalem) shall be built upon her own heap, Jer. 30.18. And in Chap. 31.17. Thy children (Says the Prophet) shall in the end come again to their borders:
There is remaining in that people, a strange affection unto their own Land, many very aged persons, in the extremitie of their age, using to take wearisome journeys from farre Countries, onely for this end, that they may dye at Jerusalem; and carrying also with them the bones of their parents, husbands, children,
There is remaining in that people, a strange affection unto their own Land, many very aged Persons, in the extremity of their age, using to take wearisome journeys from Far Countries, only for this end, that they may die At Jerusalem; and carrying also with them the bones of their Parents, Husbands, children,
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and kinsfolke, whereof also, whole bark fulls not seldome doe arrive at Joppa, to be conveyed and buried againe at Jerusalem. But to returne to their conversion, passing by the Scriptures of the old Testament, which might be applied this way, which are almost without number;
and kinsfolk, whereof also, Whole bark fulls not seldom do arrive At Joppa, to be conveyed and buried again At Jerusalem. But to return to their conversion, passing by the Scriptures of the old Testament, which might be applied this Way, which Are almost without number;
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First, Their rejection, (yee shall see me no more) accompanied with the desolation of their habitation, ver. 38. Secondly, Their conversion and calling againe, they shall at last say, Blessed be he that cometh in the name of the Lord;
First, Their rejection, (ye shall see me no more) accompanied with the desolation of their habitation, ver. 38. Secondly, Their conversion and calling again, they shall At last say, Blessed be he that comes in the name of the Lord;
For when it's said, Yee shall not see me henceforth, till yee shall say, Blessed, &c. Though some doe here take the word ( till, for never ) as if Christ should have said, Yee shall never see me any more:
For when it's said, Ye shall not see me henceforth, till ye shall say, Blessed, etc. Though Some do Here take the word (till, for never) as if christ should have said, Ye shall never see me any more:
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and whereas some do conceive, that this Prophecy of our Saviour Christ, might be fulfilled in the conversion of those Jewes mentioned, Acts 2. I suppose that cannot be the accomplishment of this Prophecy,
and whereas Some do conceive, that this Prophecy of our Saviour christ, might be fulfilled in the conversion of those Jews mentioned, Acts 2. I suppose that cannot be the accomplishment of this Prophecy,
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because in ver. 38. there is a prophecy of desolation of the house, going before their seeing of him, which is mentioned ver. 39. But the desolation of the house there threatned, did not goe before,
Because in ver. 38. there is a prophecy of desolation of the house, going before their seeing of him, which is mentioned ver. 39. But the desolation of the house there threatened, did not go before,
where first having shewed the Reasons of their rejection, then he comes to speake of their calling againe, in ver. 12. in those words, how much more shall their abundance be? Where (abundance) is opposed to their casting off,
where First having showed the Reasons of their rejection, then he comes to speak of their calling again, in ver. 12. in those words, how much more shall their abundance be? Where (abundance) is opposed to their casting off,
I doe not thinke it a nice and curious observation which is made upon Apoc. 19.1. where after the destruction of Rome, praise shall be given to God in the Church in the Hebrew tongue;
I do not think it a Nicaenae and curious observation which is made upon Apocalypse 19.1. where After the destruction of Room, praise shall be given to God in the Church in the Hebrew tongue;
Though they are for the present kept off from embracing the Christian faith, by reason of the Idolatry of Rome, which they know to be so contrary to the Scripture, they judging all other Christians by them,
Though they Are for the present kept off from embracing the Christian faith, by reason of the Idolatry of Room, which they know to be so contrary to the Scripture, they judging all other Christians by them,
From the stabilitie of the Covenant made with their fathers, and this reason is here laid downe in my text, by the bloud of thy Covenant, q.d. God made a Covenant with thy fathers, which thou hast an interest in,
From the stability of the Covenant made with their Father's, and this reason is Here laid down in my text, by the blood of thy Covenant, Q.d God made a Covenant with thy Father's, which thou hast an Interest in,
as Esay saith, Of the increase of his kingdome there is no end, Esa. 9.7. He doth not say, of his kingdome there shall be no end, but of the increase of his kingdome.
as Isaiah Says, Of the increase of his Kingdom there is no end, Isaiah 9.7. He does not say, of his Kingdom there shall be no end, but of the increase of his Kingdom.
though it had decreased age after age, &c. but he speakes thus, that of the increase of his government and kingdome there shall be no end, to let us know the kingdome of Christ must still increase;
though it had decreased age After age, etc. but he speaks thus, that of the increase of his government and Kingdom there shall be no end, to let us know the Kingdom of christ must still increase;
it is therefore compared to a graine of mustard-seed, which growes to a great tree, Mat. 13. And is like that little stone, Dan. 2.35. which grew till it filled the earth.
it is Therefore compared to a grain of Mustard seed, which grows to a great tree, Mathew 13. And is like that little stone, Dan. 2.35. which grew till it filled the earth.
Observe how it hath increased, first it was shut up in the bounds of Judea, then in the dayes of the Apostles it began to spread abroad among the Gentiles,
Observe how it hath increased, First it was shut up in the bounds of Judea, then in the days of the Apostles it began to spread abroad among the Gentiles,
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and the rest of the Gentiles together with them, and then shall that be fulfilled that all the kingdomes of the earth shall be the kingdomes of the Lord Christ, Apoc. 11.15. To stirre up every one to help forward this glorious work of the Jewes conversion;
and the rest of the Gentiles together with them, and then shall that be fulfilled that all the kingdoms of the earth shall be the kingdoms of the Lord christ, Apocalypse 11.15. To stir up every one to help forward this glorious work of the Jews conversion;
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First, The one is the Idolatry of Christian Churches, especially that of Rome, whiles we doe any thing to uphold these Idolatries, we doe put the stumbling block before them, to hinder them;
First, The one is the Idolatry of Christian Churches, especially that of Room, while we do any thing to uphold these Idolatries, we do put the stumbling block before them, to hinder them;
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and then we shall make plaine the way of the Lord for them to returne to Sion, see Esay 57.14. Intreat the Lord for them, that he would visit them in due time, be we their remembrancers before the Lord;
and then we shall make plain the Way of the Lord for them to return to Sion, see Isaiah 57.14. Entreat the Lord for them, that he would visit them in due time, be we their remembrancers before the Lord;
1. They prayed for us when we were no people, that we might be the people of God, Psal. 67.1, 2. When the salvation of God was revealed to them, they prayed that it might be revealed unto us;
1. They prayed for us when we were no people, that we might be the people of God, Psalm 67.1, 2. When the salvation of God was revealed to them, they prayed that it might be revealed unto us;
2. It is from them that the meanes of salvation is come to us, the Law is called their Law, Joh. 10.34. It was given as an inheritance to the children of Israel, Deut. 33.4.
2. It is from them that the means of salvation is come to us, the Law is called their Law, John 10.34. It was given as an inheritance to the children of Israel, Deuteronomy 33.4.
And the spirituall things of the Gospel, are called their spirituall things, Rom. 15.27. And thence is that in Esa. 2.3. The Law shall goe forth of Sion, and the word of the Lord from Jerusalem:
And the spiritual things of the Gospel, Are called their spiritual things, Rom. 15.27. And thence is that in Isaiah 2.3. The Law shall go forth of Sion, and the word of the Lord from Jerusalem:
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and of the Moone shall be darkned, by the light which shall come from that Church, the light of the Jewish Church which was but as the light of the Moone,
and of the Moon shall be darkened, by the Light which shall come from that Church, the Light of the Jewish Church which was but as the Light of the Moon,
when the glory of the Lord is risen upon them. See Esa. 60.1.2. which speakes of the estate of the Jewish Church after their calling, as appeares by that which goes before, Chap. 59. end.
when the glory of the Lord is risen upon them. See Isaiah 60.1.2. which speaks of the estate of the Jewish Church After their calling, as appears by that which Goes before, Chap. 59. end.
yet consider the glory which shall then come to Christ by their coming in, the glory of his kingdome shall be enlarged, Jerusalem shall be a throne of glory to him, Jer. 3.17. then shall the Lord be glorified in them, all the house of Israel shall glory in the Lord, Esa. 45.25. and shall draw others of the Gentiles unto them.
yet Consider the glory which shall then come to christ by their coming in, the glory of his Kingdom shall be enlarged, Jerusalem shall be a throne of glory to him, Jer. 3.17. then shall the Lord be glorified in them, all the house of Israel shall glory in the Lord, Isaiah 45.25. and shall draw Others of the Gentiles unto them.
For consolation to such parents as have entered into a Covenant with the Lord, and have in truth given up themselves unto him to be his people, they may be assured, that the vertue, the blessing,
For consolation to such Parents as have entered into a Covenant with the Lord, and have in truth given up themselves unto him to be his people, they may be assured, that the virtue, the blessing,
therefore give up your selves unto God, make a Covenant with him, and this your Covenant shall draw in your children to partake of the blessing and grace of the Covenant with you,
Therefore give up your selves unto God, make a Covenant with him, and this your Covenant shall draw in your children to partake of the blessing and grace of the Covenant with you,
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The Lord himselfe lays this foundation of comfort for such children, Esa. 51.1, 2. Looke unto the rocke whence yee are hewen, consider Abraham your father, q. d. Consider what mercy I shewed unto him,
The Lord himself lays this Foundation of Comfort for such children, Isaiah 51.1, 2. Look unto the rock whence ye Are hewn, Consider Abraham your father, q. worser. Consider what mercy I showed unto him,
thereupon it is that what Esay before spake of the disposition and sinne of the Jewes, in Esa. 59.7, 8. the same doth the Apostle apply generally unto all men, Rom. 3.15, 16, 17. As shewing thereby what is spoken of the sin of one people, may be spoken of all, which are in the same naturall estate with them;
thereupon it is that what Isaiah before spoke of the disposition and sin of the Jews, in Isaiah 59.7, 8. the same does the Apostle apply generally unto all men, Rom. 3.15, 16, 17. As showing thereby what is spoken of the since of one people, may be spoken of all, which Are in the same natural estate with them;
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Now, these three are not things so different in nature, that they cannot sometimes meet all together in one, they being but as so many severall degrees of one and the same naturall estate.
Now, these three Are not things so different in nature, that they cannot sometime meet all together in one, they being but as so many several Degrees of one and the same natural estate.
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And so there being but one estate of all men, therefore, what is truly said of one, may be truly said of all, only reserving to each of them that particular degree of sin or misery, which is proper to them,
And so there being but one estate of all men, Therefore, what is truly said of one, may be truly said of all, only reserving to each of them that particular degree of since or misery, which is proper to them,
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So that the Jews being for their sin cast off, and become prisonees in the pit, this their estate may fitly be applied to all men that are in the same naturall estate, excepting only the particular degree, as is before expressed;
So that the jews being for their since cast off, and become prisonees in the pit, this their estate may fitly be applied to all men that Are in the same natural estate, excepting only the particular degree, as is before expressed;
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and refreshing, as in Psal. 23.2. Isai. 12.3. Jer. 2.13. where the Lord compares him self to a Fountain of living waters, which gives plenteous refreshing and consolation.
and refreshing, as in Psalm 23.2. Isaiah 12.3. Jer. 2.13. where the Lord compares him self to a Fountain of living waters, which gives plenteous refreshing and consolation.
so that the meaning is, that as the Jews, so we, one and other of us, we are shut up as prisoners in the dungeon and pit of the prison, where there is no water of comfort to refresh our souls withall, we may finde dirt and mire there, in which we may stick fast,
so that the meaning is, that as the jews, so we, one and other of us, we Are shut up as Prisoners in the dungeon and pit of the prison, where there is no water of Comfort to refresh our Souls withal, we may find dirt and mire there, in which we may stick fast,
The loosing, or sending forth of the pit, is the deliverance and freedome, which comes by the blood of Jesus Christ, called here, The blood of the Covenant:
The losing, or sending forth of the pit, is the deliverance and freedom, which comes by the blood of jesus christ, called Here, The blood of the Covenant:
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1. The naturall estate of men, set forth in two degrees: 1. We are prisoners in the pit, captives. 2. Destitute of all comfort, being in a pit wherein is no water.
1. The natural estate of men, Set forth in two Degrees: 1. We Are Prisoners in the pit, captives. 2. Destitute of all Comfort, being in a pit wherein is no water.
when it's said, By thy covenant I will send forth, &c. q. d. by that free goodnesse and grace of mine, by which I first entred into a covenant with thee,
when it's said, By thy Covenant I will send forth, etc. q. worser. by that free Goodness and grace of mine, by which I First entered into a Covenant with thee,
4. That whatsoever salvation and deliverance God gives unto his people, in setting them free from this misery, he doth it by vertue of, and according to his covenant.
4. That whatsoever salvation and deliverance God gives unto his people, in setting them free from this misery, he does it by virtue of, and according to his Covenant.
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These four points the Text offers to our consideration, all which, though handled publikely, and intended to have been published with that •hich now comes forth;
These four points the Text offers to our consideration, all which, though handled publicly, and intended to have been published with that •hich now comes forth;
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yet finding the Treatise to grow bigger then I thought in the beginning, I have now upon second consideration, resolved to suppresse the three first observations,
yet finding the Treatise to grow bigger then I Thought in the beginning, I have now upon second consideration, resolved to suppress the three First observations,
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Hence it is, that we reade in 2 Sam. 23.5. when David looked at the Covenant which God had made with him, he makes that the ground and foundation of all the mercy and deliverance which he obtained:
Hence it is, that we read in 2 Sam. 23.5. when David looked At the Covenant which God had made with him, he makes that the ground and Foundation of all the mercy and deliverance which he obtained:
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as we shewed before:) First, concerning temporall deliverances, see what God saith unto Noah, concerning his deliverance from the flood, Gen. 6.18. with Chap. 8.1.
as we showed before:) First, Concerning temporal Deliverances, see what God Says unto Noah, Concerning his deliverance from the flood, Gen. 6.18. with Chap. 8.1.
So in Mic. 7.17, 18. he will return and have compassion upon us, and forgive our iniquities, what is the foundation of this? he will remember his Covenant which he hath made with us, Luke 1.74. that he might shew himself mindfull of his holy Covenant, therefore he sent the Lord Jesus to perform the work of redemption for his people:
So in Mic. 7.17, 18. he will return and have compassion upon us, and forgive our iniquities, what is the Foundation of this? he will Remember his Covenant which he hath made with us, Lycia 1.74. that he might show himself mindful of his holy Covenant, Therefore he sent the Lord jesus to perform the work of redemption for his people:
as in the beginning, when God first promised life to Adam, it was not without a covenant made with him, (though not the same that we must look for life by, (as we shall see more afterwards,) yet God made a covenant with him (Do this and live;) so it is now with us, it is by vertue of the Covenant, that we must expect life and salvation from Gods hand, the beginning of our salvation (which is begun in the first grace given to us in our conversion,
as in the beginning, when God First promised life to Adam, it was not without a Covenant made with him, (though not the same that we must look for life by, (as we shall see more afterwards,) yet God made a Covenant with him (Do this and live;) so it is now with us, it is by virtue of the Covenant, that we must expect life and salvation from God's hand, the beginning of our salvation (which is begun in the First grace given to us in our conversion,
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and he is not fully known, neither can be glorified, till his faithfulnesse be made known. In Apoc. 19.11. God is called faithfull and true, and that is his name;
and he is not Fully known, neither can be glorified, till his faithfulness be made known. In Apocalypse 19.11. God is called faithful and true, and that is his name;
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God might have shewed forth his power, mercy, and goodnesse, without any promise or covenant, but his faithfulnesse could not be known, and therefore saith Moses, Deut. 7.9. The Lord hath set his love upon you, and chosen you above any other people, that you might know he is the Lord, the faithfull God, &c. therein God shewes his faithfulnesse in performing his covenant with their fathers, by choosing their seed to be a people unto him.
God might have showed forth his power, mercy, and Goodness, without any promise or Covenant, but his faithfulness could not be known, and Therefore Says Moses, Deuteronomy 7.9. The Lord hath Set his love upon you, and chosen you above any other people, that you might know he is the Lord, the faithful God, etc. therein God shows his faithfulness in performing his Covenant with their Father's, by choosing their seed to be a people unto him.
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And the Apostle also, when he speaks of Christs coming in the flesh, attributes it to Gods truth and faithfulnesse, in keeping covenant with their fathers, Rom. 15.8, 9. It was mercy to the Gentiles (as he saith, that the Gentiles might glorifie God for his mercy ) but it was truth and faithfulnesse to the Jews;
And the Apostle also, when he speaks of Christ coming in the Flesh, attributes it to God's truth and faithfulness, in keeping Covenant with their Father's, Rom. 15.8, 9. It was mercy to the Gentiles (as he Says, that the Gentiles might Glorify God for his mercy) but it was truth and faithfulness to the jews;
The Lord doth it to this end, to bind his people the faster to himself, that he might keep them in more faithfull dependance upon him, and constant walking with him.
The Lord does it to this end, to bind his people the faster to himself, that he might keep them in more faithful dependence upon him, and constant walking with him.
The Lord sees how slippery and unstable our hearts are, how apt we are to start aside from our duty towards him, as Jer. 14.10. we love to wander, like sheep that straggle from the fold;
The Lord sees how slippery and unstable our hearts Are, how apt we Are to start aside from our duty towards him, as Jer. 14.10. we love to wander, like sheep that straggle from the fold;
The Lord doth it for the stronger consolation of his people, that in all their distresses and difficulties, they might ever have recourse to the faithfulnesse of the covenant, which the Lord hath made with them, he is a God that cannot lie,
The Lord does it for the Stronger consolation of his people, that in all their Distresses and difficulties, they might ever have recourse to the faithfulness of the Covenant, which the Lord hath made with them, he is a God that cannot lie,
nor alter the things which have gone out of his lips, and therefore we have the stronger consolation, Heb. 6.17, 18. his promises beings yea and Amen, which cannot fail, 2 Cor. 1.20.
nor altar the things which have gone out of his lips, and Therefore we have the Stronger consolation, Hebrew 6.17, 18. his promises beings yea and Amen, which cannot fail, 2 Cor. 1.20.
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And in Deut. 26.18, 19. the Lord hath avouched thee to be his people, to make thee high above all people, &c. In Zech. 11. The first staffe, which is interpreted to be the Covenant betwixt God and his people, (as is plainly expressed, vers. 10.) is called by the name of Beauty, because this is the beauty and glory of any people, to be in covenanant with God;
And in Deuteronomy 26.18, 19. the Lord hath avouched thee to be his people, to make thee high above all people, etc. In Zechariah 11. The First staff, which is interpreted to be the Covenant betwixt God and his people, (as is plainly expressed, vers. 10.) is called by the name of Beauty, Because this is the beauty and glory of any people, to be in covenanant with God;
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these are the ends, why God enters into covenant with his people, and by vertue of it, passeth over all the salvation which he intends to bestow upon them.
these Are the ends, why God enters into Covenant with his people, and by virtue of it, passes over all the salvation which he intends to bestow upon them.
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and then the Son taketh them at his Fathers hand, and looking at his Fathers will, ( Joh. 6, 37.39.) he taketh care that none be lost of them which his Father hath given him.
and then the Son Takes them At his Father's hand, and looking At his Father's will, (John 6, 37.39.) he Takes care that none be lost of them which his Father hath given him.
and into a Covenant with him. Hence Christ is said to be sealed by the Father, Joh. 6.27. as marked out for such a purpose, 1 Pet. 1.18. he was ordained in the counsell of the Father, before the foundation of the world;
and into a Covenant with him. Hence christ is said to be sealed by the Father, John 6.27. as marked out for such a purpose, 1 Pet. 1.18. he was ordained in the counsel of the Father, before the Foundation of the world;
he had a commandment what to teach and instruct them in, as the Prophet of the Church, Joh. 12.49. He had a commandment to enlighten the elect with the knowledge of the truth, Isa. 42.6, 7. to be a light to the Gentiles, to open their eyes, &c. A commandment also he had, to lay down his life for those that are given unto him, Joh. 10.18. and to be tender over the Lambs, carrying them in his bosome, Isai. 40.11. 3. There is a promise from the Father to the Son, the Father covenants with him:
he had a Commandment what to teach and instruct them in, as the Prophet of the Church, John 12.49. He had a Commandment to enlighten the elect with the knowledge of the truth, Isaiah 42.6, 7. to be a Light to the Gentiles, to open their eyes, etc. A Commandment also he had, to lay down his life for those that Are given unto him, John 10.18. and to be tender over the Lambs, carrying them in his bosom, Isaiah 40.11. 3. There is a promise from the Father to the Son, the Father Covenants with him:
what is the meaning of that? see Isai. 45.1. saith God of Cyrus, whose right hand I have holden, that is, I have strengthened him to conquer the nations;
what is the meaning of that? see Isaiah 45.1. Says God of Cyrus, whose right hand I have held, that is, I have strengthened him to conquer the Nations;
though she suffer many pains, yet she sees her childe at last; so shall Christ see many believing on his name, so Isai. 55.5. they are the words of promise made by the Father to the Son, that nations that know him not, should run unto him:
though she suffer many pains, yet she sees her child At last; so shall christ see many believing on his name, so Isaiah 55.5. they Are the words of promise made by the Father to the Son, that Nations that know him not, should run unto him:
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this soveraignty and rule is promised to him in Isaiah 40.10. The Lord Christ shall come with power, and his arm shall rule for him: and Isai. 42.4. He shall set judgement in the earth, and the Isles shall wait for his Law, to submit themselves unto it;
this sovereignty and Rule is promised to him in Isaiah 40.10. The Lord christ shall come with power, and his arm shall Rule for him: and Isaiah 42.4. He shall Set judgement in the earth, and the Isles shall wait for his Law, to submit themselves unto it;
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as a Judge and Ruler among his people; the which promise is now accomplished, all judgement being committed to the Son, Joh. 5.22. Fiftly, a promise of glory to follow, and that, first to Christ himself, and then to the members of Christ; To Christ himself, Isai. 55.5. A nation shall run to thee, because I have glorified thee;
as a Judge and Ruler among his people; the which promise is now accomplished, all judgement being committed to the Son, John 5.22. Fifty, a promise of glory to follow, and that, First to christ himself, and then to the members of christ; To christ himself, Isaiah 55.5. A Nation shall run to thee, Because I have glorified thee;
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Christ knew the Fathers will, by the covenant passing between the Father and him, and this will of the Father, concerning the glory promised to them, Christ doth bring forth to light.
christ knew the Father's will, by the Covenant passing between the Father and him, and this will of the Father, Concerning the glory promised to them, christ does bring forth to Light.
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but first the Father calls him unto it, and then the Son accepts it, and saith, Lo, I come, Hebr. 5.4, 5. Psal. 40.7, 8, Hebr. 10.7. 2. There is a promise on Christs part to depend and trust upon the Father for help, according to the promise made by the Father: thus Heb. 2.13. the Apostle brings in Christ, promising confidence and affiance in the Father, I will trust in him;
but First the Father calls him unto it, and then the Son accepts it, and Says, Lo, I come, Hebrew 5.4, 5. Psalm 40.7, 8, Hebrew 10.7. 2. There is a promise on Christ part to depend and trust upon the Father for help, according to the promise made by the Father: thus Hebrew 2.13. the Apostle brings in christ, promising confidence and affiance in the Father, I will trust in him;
and Isaiah brings him in as looking for help from God, The Lord will help me, though I have many against me, (men and devils) yet the Lord will help me, Isai. 50.7.9. he promises to wait upon his Father for support and strength:
and Isaiah brings him in as looking for help from God, The Lord will help me, though I have many against me, (men and Devils) yet the Lord will help me, Isaiah 50.7.9. he promises to wait upon his Father for support and strength:
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and to lay downe his life for those that were given to him by the Father, Esa. 50.5, 6. Joh. 10.17, 18. And according to all this which Christ thus covenanted with the Father, he was carefull to discharge the same, Joh. 17.4.6. Joh. 12.49, 50.
and to lay down his life for those that were given to him by the Father, Isaiah 50.5, 6. John 10.17, 18. And according to all this which christ thus covenanted with the Father, he was careful to discharge the same, John 17.4.6. John 12.49, 50.
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4. According to all this Covenant passed betwixt the Father and Christ, Christ expects the glory which was promised to himselfe, and to his members. To himselfe, Joh. 17.5. and to his members, Joh. 17.24. He expects the accomplishment of both from the Father.
4. According to all this Covenant passed betwixt the Father and christ, christ expects the glory which was promised to himself, and to his members. To himself, John 17.5. and to his members, John 17.24. He expects the accomplishment of both from the Father.
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as the Sunne shining at noone day. I may say of them, as the Apostle doth of some, 1 Tim. 1.7. that when they would be teachers, they understand not what they say, nor whereof they affirme.
as the Sun shining At noon day. I may say of them, as the Apostle does of Some, 1 Tim. 1.7. that when they would be Teachers, they understand not what they say, nor whereof they affirm.
1. Consider those expresse testimonies wherein mention is made of Gods Covenanting with the people of Israel, which must needs hold forth a Covenant between God and man, Deut. 4.23. Take heed unto your selves, lest you forget the Covenant which the Lord hath made with you, &c. Esa. 55.1, 2, 3. where the Lord calls every one that thirsts after life, to come unto him:
1. Consider those express testimonies wherein mention is made of God's Covenanting with the people of Israel, which must needs hold forth a Covenant between God and man, Deuteronomy 4.23. Take heed unto your selves, lest you forget the Covenant which the Lord hath made with you, etc. Isaiah 55.1, 2, 3. where the Lord calls every one that thirsts After life, to come unto him:
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and through him make up an everlasting Covenant betwixt God and us: see also Jer. 31.31. I will make a new Covenant with the house of Israel and Judah;
and through him make up an everlasting Covenant betwixt God and us: see also Jer. 31.31. I will make a new Covenant with the house of Israel and Judah;
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which places hold forth a Covenant between God and man. 2. Consider more particularly such testimonies as doe expresse Gods Covenant with sundry particular Saints, as with Abraham, Gen. 15.18. and 17.2.4.7. and the same renewed to Isaac, Gen. 26. 3. and confirmed to Jacob, Gen. 35.12. all mentioned together, Levit. 26.42. Psal. 83.3. 2 Chron. 13.5. I thinke that there is none so sottish as to say, these persons were Christ.
which places hold forth a Covenant between God and man. 2. Consider more particularly such testimonies as do express God's Covenant with sundry particular Saints, as with Abraham, Gen. 15.18. and 17.2.4.7. and the same renewed to Isaac, Gen. 26. 3. and confirmed to Jacob, Gen. 35.12. all mentioned together, Levit. 26.42. Psalm 83.3. 2 Chronicles 13.5. I think that there is none so sottish as to say, these Persons were christ.
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Therefore in the third place, consider such Scriptures as doe not onely expresse a Covenant of God made with us, but a Covenant on our part made with God, as Psal. 50.5. Call my Saints together, that make a Covenant with mee with sacrifice;
Therefore in the third place, Consider such Scriptures as do not only express a Covenant of God made with us, but a Covenant on our part made with God, as Psalm 50.5. Call my Saints together, that make a Covenant with me with sacrifice;
the Saints make a Covenant with God. Hence we are said, to passe into Covenant with the Lord, Deut. 29.12. as God for his part enters into Covenant with us, so doe we also with him.
the Saints make a Covenant with God. Hence we Are said, to pass into Covenant with the Lord, Deuteronomy 29.12. as God for his part enters into Covenant with us, so do we also with him.
4. Consider those places frequently used in Scripture, in which wee are said sometimes to keep Covenant, as Psal. 25.10. Psal. 44.17. & 103.17, 18. Sometimes to transgresse and breake Covenant, Gen. 17.14. and not to be faithfull in Covenant, Levit. 26.15. From which places I argue thus;
4. Consider those places frequently used in Scripture, in which we Are said sometime to keep Covenant, as Psalm 25.10. Psalm 44.17. & 103.17, 18. Sometime to transgress and break Covenant, Gen. 17.14. and not to be faithful in Covenant, Levit. 26.15. From which places I argue thus;
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5. Consider that the Covenant made with Christ concerning us, was made from everlasting, 2 Tim. 1.9. & Tit. 1.2. The promise was made to Christ before the foundation of the world;
5. Consider that the Covenant made with christ Concerning us, was made from everlasting, 2 Tim. 1.9. & Tit. 1.2. The promise was made to christ before the Foundation of the world;
Men doe not use to bequeath a testament to themselves, but Christ is appointed the testator, Heb. 9. In the covenant between the Father and Christ, there he is a partie, not the testator,
Men do not use to Bequeath a Testament to themselves, but christ is appointed the testator, Hebrew 9. In the Covenant between the Father and christ, there he is a party, not the testator,
God made a covenant of workes with Adam, and that being broken, he comes and makes with him a new covenant of grace through Christ, Gen. 3.15. The seed of the woman shall breake the serpents head;
God made a Covenant of works with Adam, and that being broken, he comes and makes with him a new Covenant of grace through christ, Gen. 3.15. The seed of the woman shall break the Serpents head;
It were a fond thing in a man to make a covenant with one, and to give the seales to another, they must have the seales, that have the covenant made with them,
It were a found thing in a man to make a Covenant with one, and to give the Seals to Another, they must have the Seals, that have the Covenant made with them,
whilest they teach such libertie, they be not found to be the servants of corruption, 2 Pet. 2.19. These are the arguments to prove, that there is a covenant between God and man.
whilst they teach such liberty, they be not found to be the Servants of corruption, 2 Pet. 2.19. These Are the Arguments to prove, that there is a Covenant between God and man.
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That he stands as a publick person, as the common parent of all the faithfull to the worlds end, he stands as one receiving the promise by faith, not onely for himselfe,
That he Stands as a public person, as the Common parent of all the faithful to the world's end, he Stands as one receiving the promise by faith, not only for himself,
Hence it is that in Rom. 4.1. and ver. 12.16. he is called Abraham our father, the father of many Nations, the father of us all, namely, of all that doe believe.
Hence it is that in Rom. 4.1. and for. 12.16. he is called Abraham our father, the father of many nations, the father of us all, namely, of all that do believe.
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for as Adam entring into Covenant with God for himselfe, and his seed, they (that is, the seed) have thereby right to the promise of life by that Covenant, in case they fulfill the condition;
for as Adam entering into Covenant with God for himself, and his seed, they (that is, the seed) have thereby right to the promise of life by that Covenant, in case they fulfil the condition;
And in this sense Christ speakes to these wicked unbelieving Jewes, which went about to kill him, acknowledging them to be Abrahams seed, Joh. 8.37. meaning in respect of the fleshly generation, and yet vers. 39. he denies them to be Abrahams children;
And in this sense christ speaks to these wicked unbelieving Jews, which went about to kill him, acknowledging them to be Abrahams seed, John 8.37. meaning in respect of the fleshly generation, and yet vers. 39. he Denies them to be Abrahams children;
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according to that in Rom. 9.6, 7, 8. they are not all Israel that are of Israel, proceeding from him by naturall generation, these are not counted for the true seed;
according to that in Rom. 9.6, 7, 8. they Are not all Israel that Are of Israel, proceeding from him by natural generation, these Are not counted for the true seed;
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Ishmael the sonne of the bond woman, borne after the flesh, with all those that are like unto him, looking for righteousnesse by the Law, are the carnall seed.
Ishmael the son of the bound woman, born After the Flesh, with all those that Are like unto him, looking for righteousness by the Law, Are the carnal seed.
Againe, Isaac borne by promise, with all those that looke, as he did, for righteousnesse and salvation by faith in the promise, they are the spirituall seed.
Again, Isaac born by promise, with all those that look, as he did, for righteousness and salvation by faith in the promise, they Are the spiritual seed.
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but onely with one of them, Gen. 17.19. viz. with Isaac. Ishmael had some blessings cast in upon him for Abrahams sake, ver. 20. but the Covenant was established upon Isaac, the seed of promise, Gen. 17.21.
but only with one of them, Gen. 17.19. viz. with Isaac. Ishmael had Some blessings cast in upon him for Abrahams sake, ver. 20. but the Covenant was established upon Isaac, the seed of promise, Gen. 17.21.
Here then comes in the third thing to be considered; consider how the name Christ is taken in Scripture, and that is two wayes; First, Personally; Secondly, Mystically.
Here then comes in the third thing to be considered; Consider how the name christ is taken in Scripture, and that is two ways; First, Personally; Secondly, Mystically.
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as second in order from Abraham, therefore this cannot be Christ personall, but mysticall, for Christ personall doth not come to have right to the promise from Abraham, but rather Abraham from Christ.
as second in order from Abraham, Therefore this cannot be christ personal, but mystical, for christ personal does not come to have right to the promise from Abraham, but rather Abraham from christ.
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but onely by faith in Christ Jesus, and that whosoever believeth in him, whether Jewes or Gentiles, are iustified by him, there being but one way of life for both people, Rom. 3.29, 30. Now this one proposition, (that all both Jewes and Gentiles are justified onely by faith in Christ) though it be but one compleat truth,
but only by faith in christ jesus, and that whosoever Believeth in him, whither Jews or Gentiles, Are justified by him, there being but one Way of life for both people, Rom. 3.29, 30. Now this one proposition, (that all both Jews and Gentiles Are justified only by faith in christ) though it be but one complete truth,
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N•w because one of these branches (namely that which concernes the Gentiles) might seeme to be brought in by the Apostle be••des or ••ainst the intent of the promise made to Abraham and to his s•ed (for it might seeme that the promise being so limited to Abr•ham, and t• his s•ed,
N•w Because one of these branches (namely that which concerns the Gentiles) might seem to be brought in by the Apostle be••des or ••ainst the intent of the promise made to Abraham and to his s•ed (for it might seem that the promise being so limited to Abr•ham, and t• his s•ed,
therefore the Gentiles which were not the seed of A•••h•m, were to have no part in the promise) therefore to remove this dou•t, the Apostle shewes that the believing Gentiles are a pa•t of that seed of Abraham, to which the promises were made;
Therefore the Gentiles which were not the seed of A•••h•m, were to have no part in the promise) Therefore to remove this dou•t, the Apostle shows that the believing Gentiles Are a pa•t of that seed of Abraham, to which the promises were made;
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it cannot be disanulled without disrespect and wrong doing unto Christ, v. 16. And hereto agrees that which follows, vers. 17. that the covenant was confirmed before with respect to Christ, Christ is the bond of the covenant betwixt God and us,
it cannot be Disannulled without disrespect and wrong doing unto christ, v. 16. And hereto agrees that which follows, vers. 17. that the Covenant was confirmed before with respect to christ, christ is the bound of the Covenant betwixt God and us,
so as if that covenant which God hath made with respect unto Christ, should be broken and disanulled, it could not but be a neglect cast upon Christ himself;
so as if that Covenant which God hath made with respect unto christ, should be broken and Disannulled, it could not but be a neglect cast upon christ himself;
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Look as it is in covenants among men, while the childe is yet unborn, the father takes conveyance of an Inheritance for him, which he keeps in his own hand till the childe be born,
Look as it is in Covenants among men, while the child is yet unborn, the father Takes conveyance of an Inheritance for him, which he keeps in his own hand till the child be born,
so it is here, we are for a time hid in the womb of Gods election, till we be brought forth by the grace of regeneration, during which time, we are not in our selves capable of receiving any promise of life made to us,
so it is Here, we Are for a time hid in the womb of God's election, till we be brought forth by the grace of regeneration, during which time, we Are not in our selves capable of receiving any promise of life made to us,
so also there is a promise made unto Christs person, Isai. 42.1. that he should be filled with the Spirit, yet not made unto Christ only, but unto us also, Isai. 44.3. from Christs person they are derived unto us;
so also there is a promise made unto Christ person, Isaiah 42.1. that he should be filled with the Spirit, yet not made unto christ only, but unto us also, Isaiah 44.3. from Christ person they Are derived unto us;
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Before I proceed to Use, I will adde two or three Reasons more, to cleer this interpretation, that this seed is meant of Christ mysticall, not personall: Frst, one was named before;
Before I proceed to Use, I will add two or three Reasons more, to clear this Interpretation, that this seed is meant of christ mystical, not personal: First, one was nam before;
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and forgiv•nesse of sin before God, for he is handling the matter of ju •ification, and shews how a sinner comes to partake of the blessing of life, and righteousnesse,
and forgiv•nesse of since before God, for he is handling the matter of ju •ification, and shows how a sinner comes to partake of the blessing of life, and righteousness,
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now the latter testament, or covenant of the Law, was given to all the faithfull seed of Abraham; for saith the Apostle, it is a Scoolmaster to bring them to Christ, Gal. 3.24. therefore to them also was the former testament or promise given.
now the latter Testament, or Covenant of the Law, was given to all the faithful seed of Abraham; for Says the Apostle, it is a Scoolmaster to bring them to christ, Gal. 3.24. Therefore to them also was the former Testament or promise given.
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therefore the strength of the objection infers cleerly, that both the promise of Grace, and covenant of the Law, was made to the same persons, to Abrahams seed, to all the faithfull, which are the children of Abraham: Thus this objection is answered, and the doctrine confirmed; that whatsoever salvation, &c. To let us s•e the abundant grace and kindnesse of God to us poor cap•ives, vassals, wretched & undone creatures, that he should vouchsafe to enter into covenant with us;
Therefore the strength of the objection infers clearly, that both the promise of Grace, and Covenant of the Law, was made to the same Persons, to Abrahams seed, to all the faithful, which Are the children of Abraham: Thus this objection is answered, and the Doctrine confirmed; that whatsoever salvation, etc. To let us s•e the abundant grace and kindness of God to us poor cap•ives, vassals, wretched & undone creatures, that he should vouchsafe to enter into Covenant with us;
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how admirable then is this in our sight, that the great God of heaven and earth should enter into covenant with the sons of men? he hath herein stooped below himself,
how admirable then is this in our sighed, that the great God of heaven and earth should enter into Covenant with the Sons of men? he hath herein stooped below himself,
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See how this affected Abraham, Gen. 17.2, 3. When Abraham heard that God would enter into covenant with him, Abraham falls upon his face before the Lord;
See how this affected Abraham, Gen. 17.2, 3. When Abraham herd that God would enter into Covenant with him, Abraham falls upon his face before the Lord;
Secondly, abased in himself, as unworthy to touch the hand of the high God, to make up the covenant with him, he was abased in himself, to see the Lord so abasing himself for his sake:
Secondly, abased in himself, as unworthy to touch the hand of the high God, to make up the Covenant with him, he was abased in himself, to see the Lord so abasing himself for his sake:
Fourthly, readily submitting himself to the Lords good pleasure & will, as one content to lie down at Gods feet, submitting to the lowest conditions, to do any thing, believe any thing,
Fourthly, readily submitting himself to the lords good pleasure & will, as one content to lie down At God's feet, submitting to the lowest conditions, to do any thing, believe any thing,
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See also how this affected David, 2 Sam. 7.18. Who am I, O Lord? &c. And hence it is, that the Lord mentions this as of his speciall favour, which he vouchsafed to Israel, Ezek. 16.8. that he entred into covenant with them, whereby they became his people;
See also how this affected David, 2 Sam. 7.18. Who am I, Oh Lord? etc. And hence it is, that the Lord mentions this as of his special favour, which he vouchsafed to Israel, Ezekiel 16.8. that he entered into Covenant with them, whereby they became his people;
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Who would not love and fear this God of glory, that is pleased to come down and condescend to enter into covenant with us? who would not glorifie him for ever and for ever,
Who would not love and Fear this God of glory, that is pleased to come down and condescend to enter into Covenant with us? who would not Glorify him for ever and for ever,
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and willingly binde himself to serve and honour him? The more he hath abased himself, to honour us, in taking us into covenant with himself, the more let us exalt him and lift him up on high,
and willingly bind himself to serve and honour him? The more he hath abased himself, to honour us, in taking us into Covenant with himself, the more let us exalt him and lift him up on high,
and gave him a name above •very name, &c. so should we exalt the name of the Lord our God, tha• •e should take us poor worms, dust and ashes, into covenant and fellowship with himself.
and gave him a name above •very name, etc. so should we exalt the name of the Lord our God, tha• •e should take us poor worms, dust and Ashes, into Covenant and fellowship with himself.
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though they break all bonds, and burst all cords, though they live without care and conscience of Gods covenant, y•t f•r all this, they hope to be saved;
though they break all bonds, and burst all cords, though they live without care and conscience of God's Covenant, y•t f•r all this, they hope to be saved;
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therefore those only may without feare of disappointment look for his salvation, that order their conversation aright, Psal. 50.23. to these will the Lord shew his salvation;
Therefore those only may without Fear of disappointment look for his salvation, that order their Conversation aright, Psalm 50.23. to these will the Lord show his salvation;
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God conveys his blessings only by covenant, and this covenant must every soul enter into, every particular soul must enter into a particular covenant with God:
God conveys his blessings only by Covenant, and this Covenant must every soul enter into, every particular soul must enter into a particular Covenant with God:
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out of this way there is no life, thereupon is the exhortation of Hezekiah to his people, 2 Chron. 30.7, 8. Be not you stiff-necked as your fathers,
out of this Way there is no life, thereupon is the exhortation of Hezekiah to his people, 2 Chronicles 30.7, 8. Be not you Stiffnecked as your Father's,
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That this is the meaning, consider the same kinde of expression in other places, Ezek. 17.18. the Prophet speaking of Zedekiah, saith, he had broken the covenant, though he had given the hand, &c. he broke the covenant which he had made by giving his hand: So Ezra, 10.3.9. when the people reformed and entred into a covenant, they gave their hands that they would put away their strange wives.
That this is the meaning, Consider the same kind of expression in other places, Ezekiel 17.18. the Prophet speaking of Zedekiah, Says, he had broken the Covenant, though he had given the hand, etc. he broke the Covenant which he had made by giving his hand: So Ezra, 10.3.9. when the people reformed and entered into a Covenant, they gave their hands that they would put away their strange wives.
1. Break your covenant with your old sins, and your lusts, or else God will not enter into covenant with you, Mat. 6.24. you cannot serve two masters;
1. Break your Covenant with your old Sins, and your Lustiest, or Else God will not enter into Covenant with you, Mathew 6.24. you cannot serve two Masters;
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these are so contrary, that so long as you are in league with sin and the world, you cannot enter into covenant with God, take away the matter of provocation, which at first brake the covenant between God and you,
these Are so contrary, that so long as you Are in league with since and the world, you cannot enter into Covenant with God, take away the matter of provocation, which At First brake the Covenant between God and you,
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and then there is one step made for your entering into covenant with him. Examine thine own heart, what is that which maintains the breach between God and thee,
and then there is one step made for your entering into Covenant with him. Examine thine own heart, what is that which maintains the breach between God and thee,
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and makes God a stranger to thee, and put that away, though never so gainfull, never so pleasing a sin, without this, God will never enter into covenant with thee;
and makes God a stranger to thee, and put that away, though never so gainful, never so pleasing a since, without this, God will never enter into Covenant with thee;
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This is that which Hezekiah exhorted to, to come and give the hand to the Lord, and serve him, we must come and make a covenant with God, as a servant with his master, as Subjects with their Prince, a covenant of service, not to be our own Lords, the sons of David, and princes of Israel; (when Solomon sate upon the Throne) came and gave the hand unto Solomon, 1 Chron. 29.24. they made a covenant with him, but it was with submission to his power, such is the covenant which we must make with God, we must give the hand under God, submitting to him, to be ruled by him.
This is that which Hezekiah exhorted to, to come and give the hand to the Lord, and serve him, we must come and make a Covenant with God, as a servant with his master, as Subject's with their Prince, a Covenant of service, not to be our own lords, the Sons of David, and Princes of Israel; (when Solomon sat upon the Throne) Come and gave the hand unto Solomon, 1 Chronicles 29.24. they made a Covenant with him, but it was with submission to his power, such is the Covenant which we must make with God, we must give the hand under God, submitting to him, to be ruled by him.
as dedicating it to God, and quitting it from himself, as if he should say, I have no more to do with this bullock, it is now the Lords, (that was in part the signification of that action) so if we will be the Lords people in covenant with him, we must resigne our selves only and wholly to be for him, Rom. 12.1, 2. we mu•t present our bodies as a living and acceptable sacrifice, consecrate and devote them to God, to live unto him,
as dedicating it to God, and quitting it from himself, as if he should say, I have no more to do with this bullock, it is now the lords, (that was in part the signification of that actium) so if we will be the lords people in Covenant with him, we must resign our selves only and wholly to be for him, Rom. 12.1, 2. we mu•t present our bodies as a living and acceptable sacrifice, consecrate and devote them to God, to live unto him,
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4. If we would enter into covenant with God, we must come before him in the name of a Mediator, that is, the Lord Jesus, in the mediation of his sacrifice we must offer up to the Lord a satisfaction for all our treacherous rebellion against him, in that sacrifice we must come and seek reconciliation,
4. If we would enter into Covenant with God, we must come before him in the name of a Mediator, that is, the Lord jesus, in the mediation of his sacrifice we must offer up to the Lord a satisfaction for all our treacherous rebellion against him, in that sacrifice we must come and seek reconciliation,
and the renewing of our covenant with God, without such a sacrifice, whereby Gods justice may be satisfied, there is no hope of a covenant to be made between God and you:
and the renewing of our Covenant with God, without such a sacrifice, whereby God's Justice may be satisfied, there is no hope of a Covenant to be made between God and you:
if you seek to him, he will not turn away his face from you, as Hezekiah saith to the people, 2 Chron. 30.8, 9. though he might turn away from you in wrath and displeasure,
if you seek to him, he will not turn away his face from you, as Hezekiah Says to the people, 2 Chronicles 30.8, 9. though he might turn away from you in wrath and displeasure,
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and take hold of the Covenant, and then certainly in time the Lord will speake to thy soule and conscience, by the testimony of his Spirit, that he will be a God unto thee,
and take hold of the Covenant, and then Certainly in time the Lord will speak to thy soul and conscience, by the testimony of his Spirit, that he will be a God unto thee,
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It is a use of marvellous comfort, to those that doe indeavour to walke uprightly and faithfully in covenant with God, in whose hearts God hath written his covenant, whom he hath made mindfull of it,
It is a use of marvellous Comfort, to those that do endeavour to walk uprightly and faithfully in Covenant with God, in whose hearts God hath written his Covenant, whom he hath made mindful of it,
and consider their owne povertie and vilenesse, the low and undone condition they have brought themselves into by their sins on the other side, the promises seeme to them to be above hope and faith.
and Consider their own poverty and vileness, the low and undone condition they have brought themselves into by their Sins on the other side, the promises seem to them to be above hope and faith.
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As the Sunne dazles the eye to looke upon so glorious a light, so the great things which God hath promised in his Covenant, doe even dazle the eye of faith,
As the Sun dazzles the eye to look upon so glorious a Light, so the great things which God hath promised in his Covenant, do even dazzle the eye of faith,
neither let them be above our faith and hope, onely let us wait for them in the way of faith and obedience. It's said in Psal. 25.10. All the pathes of the Lord are mercy and truth, to them that keepe his Covenant. 1 Cor. 1.9. Faithfull is he that hath called you to the fellowship of his Sonne Jesus Christ.
neither let them be above our faith and hope, only let us wait for them in the Way of faith and Obedience. It's said in Psalm 25.10. All the paths of the Lord Are mercy and truth, to them that keep his Covenant. 1 Cor. 1.9. Faithful is he that hath called you to the fellowship of his Son jesus christ.
Therefore doe but enter into covenant with God, and keepe it with him, and then be confident of all that rich blessing which the Lord hath promised to his people.
Therefore do but enter into Covenant with God, and keep it with him, and then be confident of all that rich blessing which the Lord hath promised to his people.
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then know that the Lord is more mindfull of his owne covenant with thee, to performe to thee all that mercy and blessednesse which he hath promised to thee;
then know that the Lord is more mindful of his own Covenant with thee, to perform to thee all that mercy and blessedness which he hath promised to thee;
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Thus wee have heard the fourth generall observation, noted out of the Text. But now by occasion thereof, wee will lanch a little further into the deepe, having sailed by the shore all this while,
Thus we have herd the fourth general observation, noted out of the Text. But now by occasion thereof, we will launch a little further into the deep, having sailed by the shore all this while,
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of both the Apostle speakes, Gal. 4.23, 24. The one is the Testament or Covenant of the Law, that shuts up all under wrath, the other of grace, and that proclaimes libertie;
of both the Apostle speaks, Gal. 4.23, 24. The one is the Testament or Covenant of the Law, that shuts up all under wrath, the other of grace, and that proclaims liberty;
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2. They agree in the parties contracting and making covenant together, both of them are made with us, God and man are the parties covenanting in both Covenants, not as if one (the covenant of workes) were made with us, the other (the covenant of grace) were made onely with Christ,
2. They agree in the parties contracting and making Covenant together, both of them Are made with us, God and man Are the parties covenanting in both Covenants, not as if one (the Covenant of works) were made with us, the other (the Covenant of grace) were made only with christ,
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3. They agree in one common end, which is, that God may be glorified in his creature, in the manifestation either of his justice or mercy, according to the nature of the Covenant made with him, the glorifying of God is the common end of both.
3. They agree in one Common end, which is, that God may be glorified in his creature, in the manifestation either of his Justice or mercy, according to the nature of the Covenant made with him, the glorifying of God is the Common end of both.
5. There is in both C•venants a condition required on our part, for the attaining of the life promised, wee are not left to our libertie in either Covenants,
5. There is in both C•venants a condition required on our part, for the attaining of the life promised, we Are not left to our liberty in either Covenants,
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but under the condition of faith or obedience, the promise of life is made. 6. Both Covenants require a perfect righteousnesse of us, that wee may have life;
but under the condition of faith or Obedience, the promise of life is made. 6. Both Covenants require a perfect righteousness of us, that we may have life;
The covenant of grace is an unchangeable covenant, it is an everlasting covenant, more unchangeable then the covenant of the day and of the night, more unmovable then mountaines that cannot be moved, as Esa. 54.10. & Jer. 35.20.
The Covenant of grace is an unchangeable Covenant, it is an everlasting Covenant, more unchangeable then the Covenant of the day and of the night, more unmovable then Mountains that cannot be moved, as Isaiah 54.10. & Jer. 35.20.
as the Apostle speakes, Rom. 8.3. yea it is the unchangablenesse and stabilitie of this covenant, which condemnes all the world of sinfull and ungodly men.
as the Apostle speaks, Rom. 8.3. yea it is the unchangablenesse and stability of this Covenant, which condemns all the world of sinful and ungodly men.
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The Law hath said, Cursed is every one which continueth not in all things, &c. And the soule that sinneth (and flies not to the covenant of grace) shall dye; This word takes hold upon them, and condemnes them.
The Law hath said, Cursed is every one which Continueth not in all things, etc. And the soul that Sinneth (and flies not to the Covenant of grace) shall die; This word Takes hold upon them, and condemns them.
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the Lord Jesus Christ came downe from heaven, and b•came man to fulfill that righteousnesse of the Law, which was now bec•me impossible to us, Rom. 8.3.
the Lord jesus christ Come down from heaven, and b•came man to fulfil that righteousness of the Law, which was now bec•me impossible to us, Rom. 8.3.
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and so make a compound of both Covenants, a• if one should mixe wine and water tog••••r, whereby they doe disanull the nature of the Covenant of gr•••,
and so make a compound of both Covenants, a• if one should mix wine and water tog••••r, whereby they do disannul the nature of the Covenant of gr•••,
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Herein t••••fore •ee •us• labour the more carefully to set downe the true and reall differences between them, which being done, wee shall see the nature, both of the one and the other more distinctly, and clearly. The differences are many.
Herein t••••fore •ee •us• labour the more carefully to Set down the true and real differences between them, which being done, we shall see the nature, both of the one and the other more distinctly, and clearly. The differences Are many.
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The first difference is in the condition of the Covenants, the one requires doing, the other believing; the one workes, the other faith; The one saith, Doe this and live, the other saith, Believe and thou shalt be saved;
The First difference is in the condition of the Covenants, the one requires doing, the other believing; the one works, the other faith; The one Says, Do this and live, the other Says, Believe and thou shalt be saved;
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and doe them constantly, and then thou shalt live, as Gal. 3.12. The Law saith, The man that doth these things, &c. But the condition of the Covenant of grace is faith, Acts 16.31. Believe in the Lord Jesus, and thou shalt be saved.
and do them constantly, and then thou shalt live, as Gal. 3.12. The Law Says, The man that does these things, etc. But the condition of the Covenant of grace is faith, Acts 16.31. Believe in the Lord jesus, and thou shalt be saved.
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then how stands the difference between the two Covenants? For answer to the first; when it is demanded whether faith be not required in the Covenant of workes. I answer, It is;
then how Stands the difference between the two Covenants? For answer to the First; when it is demanded whither faith be not required in the Covenant of works. I answer, It is;
1. In regard of dependance upon God, the fountaine and author of all good, wee were not in our first and best being which wee had by creation, wee were not (I say) so perfect,
1. In regard of dependence upon God, the fountain and author of all good, we were not in our First and best being which we had by creation, we were not (I say) so perfect,
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as the chicken upon the hen, &c. So the whole creation lookes backe unto him that made it for preservation in their being, as Psal. 104.21.27. & Psal. 145.15.
as the chicken upon the hen, etc. So the Whole creation looks back unto him that made it for preservation in their being, as Psalm 104.21.27. & Psalm 145.15.
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the covenant of the Law required this faith of man in the beginning, though now we be as Gods in our owne eyes, selfe-sufficient, depending upon our selves,
the Covenant of the Law required this faith of man in the beginning, though now we be as God's in our own eyes, self-sufficient, depending upon our selves,
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whilst he walked in the way of love and obedience to his creator, he was to believe without feare and doubt, that so long as he obeyed the will of the Lord, he was well-pleased with him.
while he walked in the Way of love and Obedience to his creator, he was to believe without Fear and doubt, that so long as he obeyed the will of the Lord, he was well-pleased with him.
and therefore was to be stirred up to love, honour and obey him, no need was there to stirre him up to believe Gods goodnesse towards him, of which he had no cause to doubt.
and Therefore was to be stirred up to love, honour and obey him, no need was there to stir him up to believe God's Goodness towards him, of which he had no cause to doubt.
The Jewes professed they believed on God, but by what faith? When the faith of the Gospel was preached unto them by Christ and his Apostles, they counted it a strange thing, they clave to the Covenant of workes, they therefore believed on God as a Creator,
The Jews professed they believed on God, but by what faith? When the faith of the Gospel was preached unto them by christ and his Apostles, they counted it a strange thing, they clave to the Covenant of works, they Therefore believed on God as a Creator,
and so might be lost, as afterwards it was by the sinne of Adam; but the faith required in the Covenant of grace, is such as is begotten of an immortall seed, 1 Pet. 1.23. and therefore cannot be lost, but abide• and continues for ever;
and so might be lost, as afterwards it was by the sin of Adam; but the faith required in the Covenant of grace, is such as is begotten of an immortal seed, 1 Pet. 1.23. and Therefore cannot be lost, but abide• and continues for ever;
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For the second doubt, Whether doth not the Covenant of grace require workes, as well as doth the Covenant of workes? I answer, It doth; as is evident Titus 2.11.14. The grace of God that bringeth salvation, teacheth us to be zealous of good workes; and Mat. 5.16. Let men see your good workes, saith Christ;
For the second doubt, Whither does not the Covenant of grace require works, as well as does the Covenant of works? I answer, It does; as is evident Titus 2.11.14. The grace of God that brings salvation, Teaches us to be zealous of good works; and Mathew 5.16. Let men see your good works, Says christ;
so saith Moses, (understanding him in a Legall way) Deut. 6. last, This is your righteousnesse; but the Covenant of grace requires workes not as a part of our righteousnesse,
so Says Moses, (understanding him in a Legal Way) Deuteronomy 6. last, This is your righteousness; but the Covenant of grace requires works not as a part of our righteousness,
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the Covenant of workes requires workes to be performed from our own strength and abilitie received in the Creation, it presupposeth abilitie in our selves to doe what it requireth.
the Covenant of works requires works to be performed from our own strength and ability received in the Creation, it presupposeth ability in our selves to do what it requires.
But the Covenant of grace requireth workes to be done by the help of the Spirit of Jesus Christ. Phil. 4.13. I can doe all things, saith the Apostle, through Christ strengthning mee, that is, the power which the Covenant of grace directs us unto.
But the Covenant of grace requires works to be done by the help of the Spirit of jesus christ. Philip 4.13. I can do all things, Says the Apostle, through christ strengthening me, that is, the power which the Covenant of grace directs us unto.
But in the Covenant of grace there is a Mediator coming between, to unite God and man together, and make them one. Hence Heb. 9.15. Christ is called the Mediator of the new Testament; so also Heb. 12.24. but the first Covenant of workes had no Mediator.
But in the Covenant of grace there is a Mediator coming between, to unite God and man together, and make them one. Hence Hebrew 9.15. christ is called the Mediator of the new Testament; so also Hebrew 12.24. but the First Covenant of works had no Mediator.
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The reason of this difference is, because when God came to make a covenant of workes with Adam, then there was no disagreement between God and man, man was yet righteous, persisting in that innocency and righteousnesse in which he was created, there was yet no breach made, the heart and mind of man answering to the mind of God,
The reason of this difference is, Because when God Come to make a Covenant of works with Adam, then there was no disagreement between God and man, man was yet righteous, persisting in that innocency and righteousness in which he was created, there was yet no breach made, the heart and mind of man answering to the mind of God,
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whiles wee are one with God, there is no need of a Mediator, no more then there is need for one to mediate between a man and himselfe, (this is the ordinary interpretation of that place,
while we Are one with God, there is no need of a Mediator, no more then there is need for one to mediate between a man and himself, (this is the ordinary Interpretation of that place,
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The Covenant of workes was delivered to the children of Israel at Mount Sinai, by the hand of a Mediator, Gal. 3.19. and so the difference is taken away.
The Covenant of works was Delivered to the children of Israel At Mount Sinai, by the hand of a Mediator, Gal. 3.19. and so the difference is taken away.
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I grant the Covenant of workes was then revealed and made knowne to the children of Israel, as being before almost obliterated and blotted out of mans heart,
I grant the Covenant of works was then revealed and made known to the children of Israel, as being before almost obliterated and blotted out of men heart,
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yet was not delivered unto that people for this end, to stand between God and them as a Covenant of workes, by which they should be justified and live,
yet was not Delivered unto that people for this end, to stand between God and them as a Covenant of works, by which they should be justified and live,
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but onely as it was subservient and helpfull unto them, to attaine the end of the former Covenant of grace, which God had made with them in their fathers, God had promised Abraham to be a God to him,
but only as it was subservient and helpful unto them, to attain the end of the former Covenant of grace, which God had made with them in their Father's, God had promised Abraham to be a God to him,
and to his seed, but now the Israelites having been long trained up among an ignorant and Idolatrous people, they little knew what need they had to flie to the promise of grace,
and to his seed, but now the Israelites having been long trained up among an ignorant and Idolatrous people, they little knew what need they had to fly to the promise of grace,
and therefore the Lord now reveales his Law to them in that manner, to make them see by the terrors of the Law, that they cannot come neare unto God thereby;
and Therefore the Lord now reveals his Law to them in that manner, to make them see by the terrors of the Law, that they cannot come near unto God thereby;
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some then might object, Why was the Law then given to the children of Israel? The Apostle answers, it was given to restraine transgression, to convince men of sin,
Some then might Object, Why was the Law then given to the children of Israel? The Apostle answers, it was given to restrain Transgression, to convince men of since,
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1. That the knowledge of sinne might abound, Rom. 5 19, 20. The Law entred that sinne might abound, that is, the knowledge of it, that man might know his sinne;
1. That the knowledge of sin might abound, Rom. 5 19, 20. The Law entered that sin might abound, that is, the knowledge of it, that man might know his sin;
2. Respectively, as having reference to the Covenant of grace, and so it was given to the children of Israel at Mount Sinai; both as antecedent and consequent thereto.
2. Respectively, as having Referente to the Covenant of grace, and so it was given to the children of Israel At Mount Sinai; both as antecedent and consequent thereto.
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That Covenant which God made with Israel at Mount, Sinai, had Circumcision for the signe and seale of it, which was the signe and seale of the same Covenant which God made with Abraham, Gen. 17. And therefore this Covenant made with Israel, having the same signe and seale with the other made with Abraham, it was the same Covenant also;
That Covenant which God made with Israel At Mount, Sinai, had Circumcision for the Signen and seal of it, which was the Signen and seal of the same Covenant which God made with Abraham, Gen. 17. And Therefore this Covenant made with Israel, having the same Signen and seal with the other made with Abraham, it was the same Covenant also;
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Now if this Covenant made with Israel was the same with that which was made with Abraham, (having the same seale and confirmation) then surely it was not a covenant of workes,
Now if this Covenant made with Israel was the same with that which was made with Abraham, (having the same seal and confirmation) then surely it was not a Covenant of works,
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But it may be said, that Circumcision was a seale of the covenant of workes, else how doth the Apostles Argument hold, which he urgeth, Gal. 5.3. where he saith, If yee be circumcised, yee are bound to keepe the whole Law? As implying that Circumcision was a seale of the covenant of workes, binding them to the observation of the whole Law, that they might be justified thereby;
But it may be said, that Circumcision was a seal of the Covenant of works, Else how does the Apostles Argument hold, which he urges, Gal. 5.3. where he Says, If ye be circumcised, ye Are bound to keep the Whole Law? As implying that Circumcision was a seal of the Covenant of works, binding them to the observation of the Whole Law, that they might be justified thereby;
and to this end, they were bound to keepe the whole Law, because by what reason Circumcision was necessary, by the same reason all the rest of the Law was necessary also;
and to this end, they were bound to keep the Whole Law, Because by what reason Circumcision was necessary, by the same reason all the rest of the Law was necessary also;
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Concerning which, I may say as much as Paul doth of Circumcision, if any shall esteeme Baptisme as a worke by which to be justified, I will then say to such a one, that if he be baptized in this manner,
Concerning which, I may say as much as Paul does of Circumcision, if any shall esteem Baptism as a work by which to be justified, I will then say to such a one, that if he be baptised in this manner,
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But how, not as workes to be justified by, but as meanes by which they should testifie themselves to be a separated people, severed from other people of the world, having peculiar Lawes given to them to walke by.
But how, not as works to be justified by, but as means by which they should testify themselves to be a separated people, severed from other people of the world, having peculiar Laws given to them to walk by.
to 6. That the first Testament or Covenant had ordinances of divines service, &c. By the first Testament, meaning the Covenant delivered at Mount Sinai. Now these ordinances mentioned by the Apostle, were types and figures of spirituall things, belonging to the Church of the new Testament,
to 6. That the First Testament or Covenant had ordinances of Divines service, etc. By the First Testament, meaning the Covenant Delivered At Mount Sinai. Now these ordinances mentioned by the Apostle, were types and figures of spiritual things, belonging to the Church of the new Testament,
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and if these ordinances respecting Christ, were given in the first Testament or Covenant, then surely that Testament or Covenant was not a Covenant of workes.
and if these ordinances respecting christ, were given in the First Testament or Covenant, then surely that Testament or Covenant was not a Covenant of works.
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nor before, under a covenant of grace, which is contrary to the Apostle, Heb. 11.23, 24. when he saith, By faith Moses when he came to yeares, &c. or else,
nor before, under a Covenant of grace, which is contrary to the Apostle, Hebrew 11.23, 24. when he Says, By faith Moses when he Come to Years, etc. or Else,
If it had been a covenant of workes which God made with Israel at Mount Sinai, then should he have called them from a covenant of grace, to a covenant of workes, from a covenant of life, to a covenant which now (in this estate of corruption) ministers nothing but death, which is contrary to the Apostle, Gal. 3.17.
If it had been a Covenant of works which God made with Israel At Mount Sinai, then should he have called them from a Covenant of grace, to a Covenant of works, from a Covenant of life, to a Covenant which now (in this estate of corruption) Ministers nothing but death, which is contrary to the Apostle, Gal. 3.17.
and it were the same in effect, as to make them perfect by the flesh, when the Lord had begun with them in the spirit, Gal. 3.3. God carries on his people from faith to faith, from grace to grace, and not from grace to workes.
and it were the same in Effect, as to make them perfect by the Flesh, when the Lord had begun with them in the Spirit, Gal. 3.3. God carries on his people from faith to faith, from grace to grace, and not from grace to works.
but this covenant was so made and confirmed, Exod. 24.2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8. that sacrifice typed the sacrifice of Christ, that bloud typed out Christs bloud,
but this Covenant was so made and confirmed, Exod 24.2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8. that sacrifice typed the sacrifice of christ, that blood typed out Christ blood,
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even in the time of Adam, Gen. 3.15. and of Abraham, Joh. 8.5. and of Moses, Acts 15.11. and afore his coming in the flesh, as well as since, Heb. 13.8.
even in the time of Adam, Gen. 3.15. and of Abraham, John 8.5. and of Moses, Acts 15.11. and afore his coming in the Flesh, as well as since, Hebrew 13.8.
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The covenant of grace therefore being built upon better promises then the former covenant at Mount Sinai, therefore the covenant at Mount Sinai cannot be a covenant of grace,
The Covenant of grace Therefore being built upon better promises then the former Covenant At Mount Sinai, Therefore the Covenant At Mount Sinai cannot be a Covenant of grace,
The same I say concerning the better Testament, Heb. 7.22. & 8.6. Where the comparison is betwixt the Testament under the Messiah, and the Testament under Levi, as the verses before doe make manifest:
The same I say Concerning the better Testament, Hebrew 7.22. & 8.6. Where the comparison is betwixt the Testament under the Messiah, and the Testament under Levi, as the Verses before do make manifest:
as wee have, even the Lambe slaine from the foundation of the world, Rev. 13. But he was then slaine onely in types and figures, not really or personally.
as we have, even the Lamb slain from the Foundation of the world, Rev. 13. But he was then slain only in types and figures, not really or personally.
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so that wee may say as they said, Joh. 16. Now speakest thou plainly, and speakest no parables, now the Lord speakes to us without putting such vailes before our eyes, which held them that they did not see into the end of that which was spoken,
so that we may say as they said, John 16. Now Speakest thou plainly, and Speakest no parables, now the Lord speaks to us without putting such vails before our eyes, which held them that they did not see into the end of that which was spoken,
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for therefore it is said, not to be faultlesse, Heb. 8.7. But the Covenant of grace did alwayes bring salvation. Therefore, &c. That Covenant did give life, and salvation was attained by it;
for Therefore it is said, not to be faultless, Hebrew 8.7. But the Covenant of grace did always bring salvation. Therefore, etc. That Covenant did give life, and salvation was attained by it;
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So also the Law was written in their hearts, else David could not have said, Thy law is within my heart, but not so fully as in the new manifestation of the Covenant under the Gospel. In Joh. 7.39. it is said, The Spirit was not yet given, because Jesus was not yet glorified;
So also the Law was written in their hearts, Else David could not have said, Thy law is within my heart, but not so Fully as in the new manifestation of the Covenant under the Gospel. In John 7.39. it is said, The Spirit was not yet given, Because jesus was not yet glorified;
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It is not to be denied, but that the Law which is the summe of the covenant of workes, was then published at Sinai; but wee must withall remember what was before expressed, concerning the two-fold consideration of the Law;
It is not to be denied, but that the Law which is the sum of the Covenant of works, was then published At Sinai; but we must withal Remember what was before expressed, Concerning the twofold consideration of the Law;
First, Absolute, in it selfe, as it was given to Ad•m; Secondly, Respective, depending upon the promise of grace, in which respect it was given to that people of Israel. Now the Apostle speaks of the Law and covenant of works both wayes.
First, Absolute, in it self, as it was given to Ad•m; Secondly, Respective, depending upon the promise of grace, in which respect it was given to that people of Israel. Now the Apostle speaks of the Law and Covenant of works both ways.
for that which the Apostle speakes concerning the Law, and the Jewes being under the Law, Chap. 4.1, 2, 3. &c. cannot be meant of those that are under it,
for that which the Apostle speaks Concerning the Law, and the Jews being under the Law, Chap. 4.1, 2, 3. etc. cannot be meant of those that Are under it,
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though yet under age, &c. Againe, that which he speakes of the Law in Chap. 4.29, 30. with the verses before, from ver. 21. to the end, cannot be applyed otherwise then to the children of the Law and Covenant of workes, strictly and properly so called.
though yet under age, etc. Again, that which he speaks of the Law in Chap. 4.29, 30. with the Verses before, from for. 21. to the end, cannot be applied otherwise then to the children of the Law and Covenant of works, strictly and properly so called.
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First, speaking of the Law as it had reference to that people, shewing for what end it was given unto them, which he handles Chapter 3.17. to Chap. 4.21.
First, speaking of the Law as it had Referente to that people, showing for what end it was given unto them, which he handles Chapter 3.17. to Chap. 4.21.
and then falls to an absolute consideration of it in it selfe, shewing the danger of being under the Law, being so considered simply as a covenant of workes,
and then falls to an absolute consideration of it in it self, showing the danger of being under the Law, being so considered simply as a Covenant of works,
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the Covenant then which God made with Israel at Sinai, was a covenant of grace, God renewing with them the former covenant made before with them in Abraham, but withall did then shew them the covenant of workes, what it was, thereby to force them to cleave unto the former promise of grace.
the Covenant then which God made with Israel At Sinai, was a Covenant of grace, God renewing with them the former Covenant made before with them in Abraham, but withal did then show them the Covenant of works, what it was, thereby to force them to cleave unto the former promise of grace.
The summe is, that though the Law (which containes the covenant of workes) was delivered to the Israelites at Mount Sinai, by a Mediator, (Moses) by reason of that reference it had in them to the covenant of grace,
The sum is, that though the Law (which contains the Covenant of works) was Delivered to the Israelites At Mount Sinai, by a Mediator, (Moses) by reason of that Referente it had in them to the Covenant of grace,
And in this appeares the difference between the one Covenant and the other, the covenant of workes is without a Mediator, there being no breach between God and man,
And in this appears the difference between the one Covenant and the other, the Covenant of works is without a Mediator, there being no breach between God and man,
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he it is that hath received gifts for men, Psal. 68.18. and he gives gifts to men, Eph. 4.8. by him wee have remission of sinnes, Eph. 1.7. by him wee receive the Spirit of life and grace, Joh. 1.16. By him the Mediator, wee enter and are brought into covenant with God;
he it is that hath received Gifts for men, Psalm 68.18. and he gives Gifts to men, Ephesians 4.8. by him we have remission of Sins, Ephesians 1.7. by him we receive the Spirit of life and grace, John 1.16. By him the Mediator, we enter and Are brought into Covenant with God;
All the promises of the Covenant are made by him, and fulfilled; (2 Cor. 1.20.) In him they are yea and Amen: though every promise doe not by name mention Christ,
All the promises of the Covenant Are made by him, and fulfilled; (2 Cor. 1.20.) In him they Are yea and Amen: though every promise do not by name mention christ,
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and which is the upshot of their misery, there shall be none to plead for them, not one in heaven and earth to stand betwixt Gods wrath and them, to turne it away from them,
and which is the upshot of their misery, there shall be none to plead for them, not one in heaven and earth to stand betwixt God's wrath and them, to turn it away from them,
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The Law hath no Mediator, Christ is no Mediator to such as are under the Law, he hath not a word to speake for them; he tells such, Joh. 17.19. how little they must expect from him, he prayeth not for them, he pleads onely for them that fly to grace through him;
The Law hath no Mediator, christ is no Mediator to such as Are under the Law, he hath not a word to speak for them; he tells such, John 17.19. how little they must expect from him, he Prayeth not for them, he pleads only for them that fly to grace through him;
but as for those that are under the Law, they have God against them, the Law against them, they have all creatures to accuse and to testifie against them,
but as for those that Are under the Law, they have God against them, the Law against them, they have all creatures to accuse and to testify against them,
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give up your selves unto him, put your selves into his hand, and goe hand in hand with him into the presence of the Father, that he may mediate for you, and plead your cause.
give up your selves unto him, put your selves into his hand, and go hand in hand with him into the presence of the Father, that he may mediate for you, and plead your cause.
and earthquake, had not these made them afraid, and shaken their hearts, they would never have gone so unto Moses, and besought him to be a Mediator between God and them;
and earthquake, had not these made them afraid, and shaken their hearts, they would never have gone so unto Moses, and besought him to be a Mediator between God and them;
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and have mountaines to cover them, and hills to fall upon them, then to approach before the face of the dreadfull and just God: As Exod. 20.21. the children of Israel stood afar off from God, they durst not draw near, because they saw God as a consuming fire, Exod. 24.7. so it is with some fearfull consciences, God is terrible unto them, they dare not come neare where the Lord is, to have any thing to doe with him:
and have Mountains to cover them, and hills to fallen upon them, then to approach before the face of the dreadful and just God: As Exod 20.21. the children of Israel stood afar off from God, they durst not draw near, Because they saw God as a consuming fire, Exod 24.7. so it is with Some fearful Consciences, God is terrible unto them, they Dare not come near where the Lord is, to have any thing to do with him:
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But let such remember what the Lord spake to the children of Israel in the like case, Exod. 20.18.20. Feare not, saith Moses, for God is come to prove you, that his feare may be in you, that you sin not;
But let such Remember what the Lord spoke to the children of Israel in the like case, Exod 20.18.20. fear not, Says Moses, for God is come to prove you, that his Fear may be in you, that you sin not;
yet let them fly from that Covenant to a Covenant of grace, and here there is an Advocate, a Mediator ever standing at the right hand of God, to plead for such as come unto God by him;
yet let them fly from that Covenant to a Covenant of grace, and Here there is an Advocate, a Mediator ever standing At the right hand of God, to plead for such as come unto God by him;
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so that though we have been enemies and strangers, yet coming for grace in the Mediator his name, there is hope wee may finde grace and acceptance by him;
so that though we have been enemies and Strangers, yet coming for grace in the Mediator his name, there is hope we may find grace and acceptance by him;
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therefore, saith the Apostle, Eph. 2.18, 19. Through him wee have accesse unto the Father, &c. and Chap. 3.12. In him wee have boldnesse and accesse with confidence. Heb. 7.25. He is able to save all that come unto God by him.
Therefore, Says the Apostle, Ephesians 2.18, 19. Through him we have access unto the Father, etc. and Chap. 3.12. In him we have boldness and access with confidence. Hebrew 7.25. He is able to save all that come unto God by him.
As soone as ever he saw a Covenant passed between God and our first parents, he presently bestirred himselfe to make a breach between them, he did then cast between them NONLATINALPHABET,
As soon as ever he saw a Covenant passed between God and our First Parents, he presently bestirred himself to make a breach between them, he did then cast between them,
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and backsliding disposition that is in us, yet the Mediator the Lord Jesus Christ, standing betwixt God and us, keeps us together, that wee can never fall asunder;
and backsliding disposition that is in us, yet the Mediator the Lord jesus christ, standing betwixt God and us, keeps us together, that we can never fallen asunder;
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But that which is promised in the covenant of grace, is called NONLATINALPHABET, a gift, as being freely given to the person, without respect to any worke,
But that which is promised in the Covenant of grace, is called, a gift, as being freely given to the person, without respect to any work,
First he looks favourably upon our persons, and hath a gracious respect unto our selves, and then he bowes his eare to the prayer which we make before him. According to that, Psal. 34.15. The eyes of the Lord are upon the righteous, and his eare is open to their prayers.
First he looks favourably upon our Persons, and hath a gracious respect unto our selves, and then he bows his ear to the prayer which we make before him. According to that, Psalm 34.15. The eyes of the Lord Are upon the righteous, and his ear is open to their Prayers.
As wee may see in Jacob, he seekes the blessing, but mixeth so much imperfection and sin in it, that if God had not accepted his person, he might have brought a curse upon himselfe in stead of a blessing;
As we may see in Jacob, he seeks the blessing, but mixeth so much imperfection and since in it, that if God had not accepted his person, he might have brought a curse upon himself in stead of a blessing;
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All his personall indowments, excellent gifts, and the Image of God which was stamped upon him, by which he was but little inferiour to the Angels, all these could procure him no favour or acceptance any longer then his worke was right;
All his personal endowments, excellent Gifts, and the Image of God which was stamped upon him, by which he was but little inferior to the Angels, all these could procure him no favour or acceptance any longer then his work was right;
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For all such as are under the Law, and have not yet made their refuge unto grace to finde acceptance in Christ, nothing that they do hath any acceptance with God.
For all such as Are under the Law, and have not yet made their refuge unto grace to find acceptance in christ, nothing that they do hath any acceptance with God.
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In Luk. 18. the Pharisee tells the Lord what a number of good workes he had done, fasting, praying, paying tithes, dealing justly, &c. But what doth all this availe him? he goes away without any acceptance before God. So Mat. 7.22. and Luk. 13.26.
In Luk. 18. the Pharisee tells the Lord what a number of good works he had done, fasting, praying, paying Tithes, dealing justly, etc. But what does all this avail him? he Goes away without any acceptance before God. So Mathew 7.22. and Luk. 13.26.
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and so coming, both thou and thy sacrifice shall finde acceptance with God. But as in his own might shall no man prevaile, 1 Sam. 2.9. so now (in this state of sin and corruption) in his own worke shall no man finde acceptance in Gods sight.
and so coming, both thou and thy sacrifice shall find acceptance with God. But as in his own might shall no man prevail, 1 Sam. 2.9. so now (in this state of since and corruption) in his own work shall no man find acceptance in God's sighed.
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Oh! there is so much deadnesse, coldnesse, dulnesse, so many by-thoughts, such hypocrisie in their best actions, that they cannot thinke that ever such sorry services, such lame and sick sacrifices should be accepted of God.
Oh! there is so much deadness, coldness, dulness, so many by-thoughts, such hypocrisy in their best actions, that they cannot think that ever such sorry services, such lame and sick Sacrifices should be accepted of God.
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or to the riches of grace revealed in the covenant of grace, accepting your person through Christ? Doe you looke that your worke should be accepted for its own sake,
or to the riches of grace revealed in the Covenant of grace, accepting your person through christ? Do you look that your work should be accepted for its own sake,
when first thou wentest to the throne of grace, begging to be received through grace. If then God did in mercy accept thee when thou wast so vile, doubt not,
when First thou wentest to the throne of grace, begging to be received through grace. If then God did in mercy accept thee when thou wast so vile, doubt not,
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his promise being that he will spare such, as a man spareth his sonne that serveth him, Mal. 3.17. Great cause hast thou to be humbled and displeased with thy selfe, that thou canst performe no better service to thy God, that thou art so dead and livelesse in the things of thy God, who hath so graciously looked upon thee.
his promise being that he will spare such, as a man spares his son that serves him, Malachi 3.17. Great cause hast thou to be humbled and displeased with thy self, that thou Canst perform no better service to thy God, that thou art so dead and Lifeless in the things of thy God, who hath so graciously looked upon thee.
The reason of this difference is, because when God comes to make a Covenant of workes with Adam, he finds him furnished with a sufficiency of power which was put into him in his creation.
The reason of this difference is, Because when God comes to make a Covenant of works with Adam, he finds him furnished with a sufficiency of power which was put into him in his creation.
But when he comes to make with us a Covenant of grace in this estate of sin, he finds us of no strength: Rom. 5.6. impotent, feeble, possessed with a spirit of infirmitie, made up of weaknesses, having no power; and therefore Isa. 40.29. the Lord promiseth unto such that he will give strength unto them, and increase power.
But when he comes to make with us a Covenant of grace in this estate of since, he finds us of no strength: Rom. 5.6. impotent, feeble, possessed with a Spirit of infirmity, made up of Weaknesses, having no power; and Therefore Isaiah 40.29. the Lord promises unto such that he will give strength unto them, and increase power.
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but by his power through faith unto salvation, 1 Pet. 1.5. And hence is that in Joh. 10.28. Christ tells us, that none shall plucke us out of his hand.
but by his power through faith unto salvation, 1 Pet. 1.5. And hence is that in John 10.28. christ tells us, that none shall pluck us out of his hand.
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he had more strength of grace then wee, and wee have more corruption then he, (for he was then pure without sin) yet being left to his own liberty, he willingly forsooke the commandement of God,
he had more strength of grace then we, and we have more corruption then he, (for he was then pure without since) yet being left to his own liberty, he willingly forsook the Commandment of God,
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whereas the other being sensible of their own infirmitie, and casting themselves on the power of God to be kept thereby, they are hereby preserved and upholden against all the powers of darknesse which are against them;
whereas the other being sensible of their own infirmity, and casting themselves on the power of God to be kept thereby, they Are hereby preserved and upholden against all the Powers of darkness which Are against them;
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but God is able to make you stand, Rom. 14.4. do but commit your soules to him in wel-doing, as 1 Pet. 4.19. And then consider that noble resolution of the Apostle, 2 Tim. 1.12. I know whom I have believed, and I am perswaded that he is able to keep that which I have committed to him; go thou, and do likewise.
but God is able to make you stand, Rom. 14.4. do but commit your Souls to him in welldoing, as 1 Pet. 4.19. And then Consider that noble resolution of the Apostle, 2 Tim. 1.12. I know whom I have believed, and I am persuaded that he is able to keep that which I have committed to him; go thou, and do likewise.
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therefore commit thy soul to him, and he will keep it, He can do it, Jude 24. and he is faithfull and will do it, 1 Thes. 5.24. it being his covenant and promise; and he cannot deny himself.
Therefore commit thy soul to him, and he will keep it, He can do it, U^de 24. and he is faithful and will do it, 1 Thebes 5.24. it being his Covenant and promise; and he cannot deny himself.
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but in the Covenant of Grace, he shews himself a God gracious and merciful, forgiving iniquity, &c. as Jer. 31.31, 32. I will be mercifull to your iniquity, &c. The Covenant of Works forgiveth no sin, there is nothing but strict justice in that Covenant.
but in the Covenant of Grace, he shows himself a God gracious and merciful, forgiving iniquity, etc. as Jer. 31.31, 32. I will be merciful to your iniquity, etc. The Covenant of Works forgiveth no since, there is nothing but strict Justice in that Covenant.
Justice indictes, Justice examines, Justice pronounceth sentence, Justice executes the punishment; and so whosoever hath sinned, receives according to the evil that he hath done.
justice indicts, justice examines, justice pronounceth sentence, justice executes the punishment; and so whosoever hath sinned, receives according to the evil that he hath done.
but, what hast thou done? Hast thou eaten of the tree, whereof I said unto thee, thou shalt not eat? And the Lord finding that he had offended, pronounces curses and death.
but, what hast thou done? Hast thou eaten of the tree, whereof I said unto thee, thou shalt not eat? And the Lord finding that he had offended, pronounces curses and death.
Hence is the counsell of the Apostle, Acts 2.37. Repent, and be baptized, &c. When they saw the horrible sin which they had done, in killing the Lord of life, they being the children of the Covenant, he tels them, that yet there was mercy for them, they might obtain forgivenesse of sins. Hence also, Jonah 3.10.
Hence is the counsel of the Apostle, Acts 2.37. repent, and be baptised, etc. When they saw the horrible since which they had done, in killing the Lord of life, they being the children of the Covenant, he tells them, that yet there was mercy for them, they might obtain forgiveness of Sins. Hence also, Jonah 3.10.
when God saw their repentance, and that they turned from their evill wayes, he also turned from the evill which he said he would do to them, and did it not.
when God saw their Repentance, and that they turned from their evil ways, he also turned from the evil which he said he would do to them, and did it not.
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They are both expressed in one place, Exod. 34.6. The Lord gracious and mercifull, slow to anger, yet not acquitting the wicked, but visiting iniquitie, &c. In one Covenant, God condemnes both sin and sinner;
They Are both expressed in one place, Exod 34.6. The Lord gracious and merciful, slow to anger, yet not acquitting the wicked, but visiting iniquity, etc. In one Covenant, God condemns both since and sinner;
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In the Covenant of workes, he aymes to make his power and justice knowne; as Rom. 9.22. & cap. 2.5. But in the other, to glorifie grace; as Isa. 48.9. & Eph. 1.6. The reason of this difference is, because God will be glorified in all his attributes;
In the Covenant of works, he aims to make his power and Justice known; as Rom. 9.22. & cap. 2.5. But in the other, to Glorify grace; as Isaiah 48.9. & Ephesians 1.6. The reason of this difference is, Because God will be glorified in all his attributes;
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He will have his power and wisdome knowne in the creation of the world, his goodnesse knowne in the continuance and preservation and ordering of it, his faithfulnesse in keeping covenant with us, according to the covenant made, his justice in a covenant of works, his grace in a covenant of grace which he makes with us in Christ Jesus.
He will have his power and Wisdom known in the creation of the world, his Goodness known in the Continuance and preservation and ordering of it, his faithfulness in keeping Covenant with us, according to the Covenant made, his Justice in a Covenant of works, his grace in a Covenant of grace which he makes with us in christ jesus.
This may smite feare and terrour into the hearts of all such as are strangers unto the Covenant of grace, such as never yet entred into a new Covenant with God, by that new and living way which is opened to them in Christ.
This may smite Fear and terror into the hearts of all such as Are Strangers unto the Covenant of grace, such as never yet entered into a new Covenant with God, by that new and living Way which is opened to them in christ.
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were it so that mercy and justice might sit on the bench together, that justice might be tempered and mixt with mercy, your sentence might be the more tolerable;
were it so that mercy and Justice might fit on the bench together, that Justice might be tempered and mixed with mercy, your sentence might be the more tolerable;
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But these two sit in two severall Courts, Justice without mercy, and therefore when nothing but justice shall judge you, who can stand? what flesh may abide it? In Psal. 78.5. the cup of the Lords wrath is said to be full mixt, but in Rev. 14.10. it is said to be pure wine, unmixt, both together imply, that it is both mixt and unmixt;
But these two fit in two several Courts, justice without mercy, and Therefore when nothing but Justice shall judge you, who can stand? what Flesh may abide it? In Psalm 78.5. the cup of the lords wrath is said to be full mixed, but in Rev. 14.10. it is said to be pure wine, unmix, both together imply, that it is both mixed and unmix;
how both? mixt of all sorts of plagues, but unmixt without any drop of mercy, pure wrath, without any dram of mercy to allay the bitternesse of the cup of wrath,
how both? mixed of all sorts of plagues, but unmix without any drop of mercy, pure wrath, without any dram of mercy to allay the bitterness of the cup of wrath,
yet this must all the wicked of the earth drinke, and wring out the very dregs of it, Psal. 78.5. This is an hard saying, but a true saying, as God is true; Therefore Isa. 27.11.
yet this must all the wicked of the earth drink, and wring out the very dregs of it, Psalm 78.5. This is an hard saying, but a true saying, as God is true; Therefore Isaiah 27.11.
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God speaking of the wicked people of the Jewes, saith he, He that made them will not have mercy on them, neither shew them any favour. And in Ezek. 5.11. He threatens that his eye shall not spare, neither will he have any pitie. And Hos. 1.6. I will no more have mercy, &c. And James 2.13. They shall have judgement without mercy.
God speaking of the wicked people of the Jews, Says he, He that made them will not have mercy on them, neither show them any favour. And in Ezekiel 5.11. He threatens that his eye shall not spare, neither will he have any pity. And Hos. 1.6. I will no more have mercy, etc. And James 2.13. They shall have judgement without mercy.
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As God will be made marveilous in his mercy toward those that are vessels of mercy prepared unto glory, 2 Thes. 1.10. so as men shall wonder at the aboundance of grace shewed towards them;
As God will be made marvelous in his mercy towards those that Are vessels of mercy prepared unto glory, 2 Thebes 1.10. so as men shall wonder At the abundance of grace showed towards them;
he will make their plagues wonderfull, Deut. 28.59. He will deale with his own servants onely in a way of grace, with these onely in a way of justice.
he will make their plagues wonderful, Deuteronomy 28.59. He will deal with his own Servants only in a Way of grace, with these only in a Way of Justice.
As the Angel counselled Lot, so doe I counsell thee, hasten to get shelter under the wing of grace, that thou mayst be freed from the wrath of the just God.
As the Angel counseled Lot, so do I counsel thee, hasten to get shelter under the wing of grace, that thou Mayest be freed from the wrath of the just God.
Seeing Gods end in the Covenant of grace is to glorifie his grace in us, we may by this in some measure discerne what part wee have in the grace of this Covenant.
Seeing God's end in the Covenant of grace is to Glorify his grace in us, we may by this in Some measure discern what part we have in the grace of this Covenant.
when we come to seek grace in his sight. Many an one comes before God, begs mercy, and yet obtaines it not; as Prov. 1.28. because they aske amisse, they seek it not in Gods way.
when we come to seek grace in his sighed. Many an one comes before God, begs mercy, and yet obtains it not; as Curae 1.28. Because they ask amiss, they seek it not in God's Way.
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Consider therefore, what seekest thou in begging mercy at his hand? Dost thou seek onely to have thy sin pardoned? onely to be saved from wrath? this will not argue thy peace, that thou art under grace.
Consider Therefore, what Seekest thou in begging mercy At his hand? Dost thou seek only to have thy since pardoned? only to be saved from wrath? this will not argue thy peace, that thou art under grace.
But dost thou as well seeke the glorifying of his grace towards thee, as the obtaining of thine own peace with him? if God have put this disposition of heart into thee, that thou couldest be content to lie downe in the dust,
But dost thou as well seek the glorifying of his grace towards thee, as the obtaining of thine own peace with him? if God have put this disposition of heart into thee, that thou Couldst be content to lie down in the dust,
and his grace magnified in thee, then thou art herein another David, a man after Gods own heart, thy thoughts are as Gods thoughts, thy intents and ends the same with Gods ends.
and his grace magnified in thee, then thou art herein Another David, a man After God's own heart, thy thoughts Are as God's thoughts, thy intents and ends the same with God's ends.
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But let me aske, cannot the riches of grace, when it shall set it selfe on purpose to glorifie it selfe to the full, cannot such grace make thee accepted? Thou darest not deny it.
But let me ask, cannot the riches of grace, when it shall Set it self on purpose to Glorify it self to the full, cannot such grace make thee accepted? Thou Darest not deny it.
If thou wilt pardon their sin, thy mercy shall appeare, (this reading I chuse and embrace as the best) as if he should say, they have indeed committed a great sin,
If thou wilt pardon their since, thy mercy shall appear, (this reading I choose and embrace as the best) as if he should say, they have indeed committed a great since,
yet Moses notwithstanding goes before God, confessing their vile and hainous sin, but withall prayes, Oh yet forgive, and then thy mercy shall be magnified.
yet Moses notwithstanding Goes before God, confessing their vile and heinous since, but withal prays, O yet forgive, and then thy mercy shall be magnified.
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These are prevailing requests with God, when wee plead for the glorifying of his owne grace. In Joh. 12.28. our Saviour prayes to his Father, Father glorifie thy Name, and there comes a voice out of the cloud, I have glorified it, and will glorifie it againe:
These Are prevailing requests with God, when we plead for the glorifying of his own grace. In John 12.28. our Saviour prays to his Father, Father Glorify thy Name, and there comes a voice out of the cloud, I have glorified it, and will Glorify it again:
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and therefore they are both alike in punishment; so also he speakes of Jerusalem, Ezek. 23.31. that because shee walked in the way of her sister, that therefore he would give her cup into her hand.
and Therefore they Are both alike in punishment; so also he speaks of Jerusalem, Ezekiel 23.31. that Because she walked in the Way of her sister, that Therefore he would give her cup into her hand.
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Hence saith the Apostle, Rom. 2.6. to 17th, That every soule that continues in well-doing, shall have glory and honour, but unto the disobedient shall be tribulation and wrath, whether Jewes or Gentiles, &c. Where actions are alike, God will deale alike with all such as are under the Covena•t of workes:
Hence Says the Apostle, Rom. 2.6. to 17th, That every soul that continues in welldoing, shall have glory and honour, but unto the disobedient shall be tribulation and wrath, whither Jews or Gentiles, etc. Where actions Are alike, God will deal alike with all such as Are under the Covena•t of works:
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where there was no difference before, grace makes a difference, as Rom. 3.23, 24. All have sinned, &c. there is no difference in our selves, wee are all shut up in condemnation by sin;
where there was no difference before, grace makes a difference, as Rom. 3.23, 24. All have sinned, etc. there is no difference in our selves, we Are all shut up in condemnation by since;
Hence is that in Rom. 9.15. I will have mercy upon whom I will have mercy, &c. He doth not say, I will deale justly with whom I will, he cannot deale unjustly with any;
Hence is that in Rom. 9.15. I will have mercy upon whom I will have mercy, etc. He does not say, I will deal justly with whom I will, he cannot deal unjustly with any;
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Therefore to manifest the freenesse of his grace, the Lord sometimes preferreth those that seeme least worthy, he sets the younger before the elder, Jacob before Esau, Ephraim before Manasseh, and the Gentiles which were aliens from God,
Therefore to manifest the freeness of his grace, the Lord sometime preferreth those that seem least worthy, he sets the younger before the elder, Jacob before Esau, Ephraim before Manasses, and the Gentiles which were aliens from God,
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What if God will shew more grace to another then to you? Is he therefore unrighteous? you your selves will take the same liberty to shew the fruits of your kindnesse and courtesie where you will;
What if God will show more grace to Another then to you? Is he Therefore unrighteous? you your selves will take the same liberty to show the fruits of your kindness and courtesy where you will;
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Consider how it was with those two malefactors, Luk. 23.39. to 44. they were both in the same condemnation, yet one flying to grace, found mercy with the Lord, one went to Paradise, the other to hell.
Consider how it was with those two malefactors, Luk. 23.39. to 44. they were both in the same condemnation, yet one flying to grace, found mercy with the Lord, one went to Paradise, the other to hell.
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Take heed of the covetousnesse of Judas, the hypocrisie of Ananias, the obstinacy of the Jewes, the pride of Nebuchadnezzar, the murmurings of the Israelites, the lukewarmnesse of Laodicea, lest yee taste of the same miseries. Justice can make no difference. The seventh difference is this:
Take heed of the covetousness of Judas, the hypocrisy of Ananias, the obstinacy of the Jews, the pride of Nebuchadnezzar, the murmurings of the Israelites, the lukewarmness of Laodicea, lest ye taste of the same misery's. justice can make no difference. The seventh difference is this:
But this gift is of many offences, &c. And this holds true, not onely of such sinnes as are committed before our entrance into a covenant of grace with God;
But this gift is of many offences, etc. And this holds true, not only of such Sins as Are committed before our Entrance into a Covenant of grace with God;
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God having made a Covenant with them, though he chastise them, yet his Covenant will be not breake, &c. The reason of this difference is, from the summe and scope of the Covenant of workes, which is to bind us to a totall, full, perfect,
God having made a Covenant with them, though he chastise them, yet his Covenant will be not break, etc. The reason of this difference is, from the sum and scope of the Covenant of works, which is to bind us to a total, full, perfect,
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But in the Covenant of grace, God promiseth, not onely to forgive, but to multiply forgivenesses, Isa. 55.7. Hence though in many things we sin all, as James 3.2. yet, 1 Joh. 2.2. wee have an Advocate with the Father. And 1 Joh. 1.7. The bloud of Christ cleanseth us from all sin.
But in the Covenant of grace, God promises, not only to forgive, but to multiply Forgivenesses, Isaiah 55.7. Hence though in many things we sin all, as James 3.2. yet, 1 John 2.2. we have an Advocate with the Father. And 1 John 1.7. The blood of christ Cleanseth us from all since.
No number of sinnes doth exclude from salvation, till they be accompanied with finall Apostasie, impenitency and unbeliefe, till as Heb. 3.12. wee doe by an evill heart depart away from the living God:
No number of Sins does exclude from salvation, till they be accompanied with final Apostasy, impenitency and unbelief, till as Hebrew 3.12. we do by an evil heart depart away from the living God:
so that men shall wonder that such grace should be shewed in pardoning such sinnes; that they shall say, as Micah 7.18. Who is a God like unto thee, who passest by the transgression of the remnant of thy people!
so that men shall wonder that such grace should be showed in pardoning such Sins; that they shall say, as micah 7.18. Who is a God like unto thee, who passest by the Transgression of the remnant of thy people!
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In denying therefore of pardon to our selves for sins iterated, and for our often infirmities, (so long as there is a spirit of repentance working in us,
In denying Therefore of pardon to our selves for Sins iterated, and for our often infirmities, (so long as there is a Spirit of Repentance working in us,
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but seventy times seven times, if our brother turne againe and say, it repenteth me. And can wee thinke that God lookes for more mercy from us towards our brethren,
but seventy times seven times, if our brother turn again and say, it Repenteth me. And can we think that God looks for more mercy from us towards our brothers,
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whiles it is our desire and care to please the Lord, whiles we feele in our selves the spirit of grace, causing us to mourne over him whom we have pierced by our sinnes,
while it is our desire and care to please the Lord, while we feel in our selves the Spirit of grace, causing us to mourn over him whom we have pierced by our Sins,
yet know, that it is not one, nor many offences that can deprive us of the blessing of this covenant of grace in which God hath promised to multiply forgivenesses according to the multitude of his great mercies.
yet know, that it is not one, nor many offences that can deprive us of the blessing of this Covenant of grace in which God hath promised to multiply Forgivenesses according to the multitude of his great Mercies.
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To such neither many, nor any one of all their sins shall be forgiven, but being under the law, they shall make an account to God for every transgression, God will repay them all their wickednesses, not one shall be forgotten or forgiven.
To such neither many, nor any one of all their Sins shall be forgiven, but being under the law, they shall make an account to God for every Transgression, God will repay them all their Wickednesses, not one shall be forgotten or forgiven.
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Thus the Apostle speaks of Abraham, that if he had had the righteousnesse of works by his fulfilling of the Law, he should have had whereof to glory before God, Rom. 4.1. he might have said as the elder son did in Luk. 15.29. a type of one under the covenant of works, I have served thee these many years & never brake thy comandment, &c. Hence is that in Rom. 11.4. To him that works, the wages is counted a debt.
Thus the Apostle speaks of Abraham, that if he had had the righteousness of works by his fulfilling of the Law, he should have had whereof to glory before God, Rom. 4.1. he might have said as the elder son did in Luk. 15.29. a type of one under the Covenant of works, I have served thee these many Years & never brake thy Commandment, etc. Hence is that in Rom. 11.4. To him that works, the wages is counted a debt.
But all his glorying is in the grace of God, as 1 Cor. 1.30, 31. Christ is made unto us wisdome, righteousnesse, sanctification and redemption, that wh•soever glories, should glory in the Lord.
But all his glorying is in the grace of God, as 1 Cor. 1.30, 31. christ is made unto us Wisdom, righteousness, sanctification and redemption, that wh•soever Glories, should glory in the Lord.
but withall to look at the riches of grace, and to glory in Christ. As Paul 1 Tim. 1.13.14. I was a blasphemer, &c. But the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ was aboundant towards me.
but withal to look At the riches of grace, and to glory in christ. As Paul 1 Tim. 1.13.14. I was a blasphemer, etc. But the grace of our Lord jesus christ was abundant towards me.
This difference the Apostle layes down on both parts, both in respect of the covenant of works, and of grace, Rom. 3.27. Where is boasting then? It is excluded.
This difference the Apostle lays down on both parts, both in respect of the Covenant of works, and of grace, Rom. 3.27. Where is boasting then? It is excluded.
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and in some God will shew forth his wrath, and make his power known, Rom. 9.22. others he will spare, reserving them as vessels of mercy prepared unto glory.
and in Some God will show forth his wrath, and make his power known, Rom. 9.22. Others he will spare, reserving them as vessels of mercy prepared unto glory.
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Hee that is under the Law, if hee fulfill the Law, may say, as Deut. 9.4. For mine own righteousnesse, &c. But he that is under grace must say, as Deut. 9.6. Not for mine own righteousnesse, but according to his great mercy. Tit. 3.4.5. But Gal. 6.4.
He that is under the Law, if he fulfil the Law, may say, as Deuteronomy 9.4. For mine own righteousness, etc. But he that is under grace must say, as Deuteronomy 9.6. Not for mine own righteousness, but according to his great mercy. Tit. 3.4.5. But Gal. 6.4.
And this the Apostle wholly excludes, Rom. 3.27. Ephes. 2.9. as was shewed before, n ither doth he give any allowance to this in the place alledged, Gal. 6.4.
And this the Apostle wholly excludes, Rom. 3.27. Ephesians 2.9. as was showed before, n ither does he give any allowance to this in the place alleged, Gal. 6.4.
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As Job when he was accused to be an hypocrite, was forced to plead the uprightnesse and holinesse of his former conversation, chap. 30. & 35. And so Paul when hee began to bee vilified among the Corinthians, was constrained to plead his own faithfulnesse and diligence,
As Job when he was accused to be an hypocrite, was forced to plead the uprightness and holiness of his former Conversation, chap. 30. & 35. And so Paul when he began to be vilified among the Corinthians, was constrained to plead his own faithfulness and diligence,
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whereas some had fallen by infirmity, v. 1. others were ready to please themselves, that they had not discovered so great weaknesse as others had done,
whereas Some had fallen by infirmity, v. 1. Others were ready to please themselves, that they had not discovered so great weakness as Others had done,
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rather in anothers falling, then in their own sure standing by grace, and so they glory in another, not in themselves, which is but an unsound and vain kind of rejoycing, and this the Apostle condemnes.
rather in another's falling, then in their own sure standing by grace, and so they glory in Another, not in themselves, which is but an unsound and vain kind of rejoicing, and this the Apostle condemns.
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But Hezekiah glories even before God, Isai. 33.3. Remember, O Lord, saith he, what I have done, &c. He glories not of his merit and worth unto justification, but of his uprightnesse and good conscience.
But Hezekiah Glories even before God, Isaiah 33.3. remember, Oh Lord, Says he, what I have done, etc. He Glories not of his merit and worth unto justification, but of his uprightness and good conscience.
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The spirit of the law may teach us and inform us of the duties we ought to walk in and also stirre up to a l•gall performance of them by the light which it hat wrought,
The Spirit of the law may teach us and inform us of the duties we ought to walk in and also stir up to a l•gall performance of them by the Light which it hat wrought,
The spirit o• the law fills a man with rejoycing and glorying in himselfe, and in that which he hath done, it makes him to boast of his own righteousnesse,
The Spirit o• the law fills a man with rejoicing and glorying in himself, and in that which he hath done, it makes him to boast of his own righteousness,
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as the Pharisee, Luke 18.11, 12. he is full of his own goodnesse, and as the Church of Laodicea, Rev. 3. The spirit of the law maketh a man to say as the proud King of Ashur, Isai. 37.24, 25. It's I that have done all this, &c. But the spirit of grace is another spirit (as it is said of Caleb and Joshua, that there was another spirit in them, Numb. 14.24.
as the Pharisee, Lycia 18.11, 12. he is full of his own Goodness, and as the Church of Laodicea, Rev. 3. The Spirit of the law makes a man to say as the proud King of Ashur, Isaiah 37.24, 25. It's I that have done all this, etc. But the Spirit of grace is Another Spirit (as it is said of Caleb and joshua, that there was Another Spirit in them, Numb. 14.24.
then to say, I am nothing. He would have had his trumpet blown before him to sound out his excellency and worth, he would have gloried of his goodnesse, not onely before men, but before God.
then to say, I am nothing. He would have had his trumpet blown before him to found out his excellency and worth, he would have gloried of his Goodness, not only before men, but before God.
but the spirit of grace will make us vile in our own eyes, and our works to bee but as a spotted garment, Isai. 64. leaving us nothing in our selves that is of worth to glory in before God.
but the Spirit of grace will make us vile in our own eyes, and our works to be but as a spotted garment, Isaiah 64. leaving us nothing in our selves that is of worth to glory in before God.
as to see that infinite need of mercy and grace that it stands in, as Rom. 10.3. they being led by •he spirit ot the law, and glorying in their own righteousnesse, they could not submit to the righteousnesse of faith;
as to see that infinite need of mercy and grace that it Stands in, as Rom. 10.3. they being led by •he Spirit It the law, and glorying in their own righteousness, they could not submit to the righteousness of faith;
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But the spirit of grace teacheth a man so to see his own uprightnesse, and to take comfort in it, that withall it makes him in lowlinesse and humility of spirit, to flie to grace for acceptance of his best performances,
But the Spirit of grace Teaches a man so to see his own uprightness, and to take Comfort in it, that withal it makes him in lowliness and humility of Spirit, to fly to grace for acceptance of his best performances,
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and to get pardon for the defect of them, as we may see in Nehemiah chap. 13.22. Remember mee, O Lord, saith he, and pardon me according to thy great mercy.
and to get pardon for the defect of them, as we may see in Nehemiah chap. 13.22. remember me, Oh Lord, Says he, and pardon me according to thy great mercy.
The covenant of works rested in, and trusted unto, can never (in this state of corruption that we are now in) work setled comfort, peace, and quietnesse of heart.
The Covenant of works rested in, and trusted unto, can never (in this state of corruption that we Are now in) work settled Comfort, peace, and quietness of heart.
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This difference the Apostle lays down, Rom. 10. from the 5th ver. to 10. where having before in the third verse laid downe a distinction of a two-fold righteousnesse, one of workes, the other of faith,
This difference the Apostle lays down, Rom. 10. from the 5th for. to 10. where having before in the third verse laid down a distinction of a twofold righteousness, one of works, the other of faith,
and perswades to cleave to the one before the other, by this Argument, namely, because the righteousnesse which is by workes, leaves a man full of scruples and doubts, making a man to be doubtfully, enquiring, who shall ascend up into heaven, to tell him whether there be a place for him there,
and persuades to cleave to the one before the other, by this Argument, namely, Because the righteousness which is by works, leaves a man full of scruples and doubts, making a man to be doubtfully, inquiring, who shall ascend up into heaven, to tell him whither there be a place for him there,
The reason of this difference is, Because the Law which containes the summe of the Covenant of workes, doth discover the perfect holinesse of God, the puritie of his nature, his hatred against sinne, his strict justice and judgement,
The reason of this difference is, Because the Law which contains the sum of the Covenant of works, does discover the perfect holiness of God, the purity of his nature, his hatred against sin, his strict Justice and judgement,
so as the soule that is but in the least measure privie to his own impurity and sinfulnesse, can never grow up to any confidence before God, by any thing which he hath done.
so as the soul that is but in the least measure privy to his own impurity and sinfulness, can never grow up to any confidence before God, by any thing which he hath done.
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And thus it was with the young man, Mark. 10. that was so perfect in his owne eyes, who thought he had kept all the Commandements of the Law mentioned to him,
And thus it was with the young man, Mark. 10. that was so perfect in his own eyes, who Thought he had kept all the commandments of the Law mentioned to him,
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Let them establish their owne righteousnesse with all the strength they can, as the Jewes did, Rom. 10.3. yet as long as they rest here, and doe not submit to the righteousnesse which is offered by grace, the issue will be anxiety of mind, fearfulnesse of heart, conscience will be perplexed, it will never finde rest nor peace:
Let them establish their own righteousness with all the strength they can, as the Jews did, Rom. 10.3. yet as long as they rest Here, and do not submit to the righteousness which is offered by grace, the issue will be anxiety of mind, fearfulness of heart, conscience will be perplexed, it will never find rest nor peace:
But if wee rest on the foundation of grace, that is a rock that is higher then our selves, there is safety, all the surges and waves of greatest troubles, can never get above the top of this rock;
But if we rest on the Foundation of grace, that is a rock that is higher then our selves, there is safety, all the surges and waves of greatest Troubles, can never get above the top of this rock;
Hence saith the Apostle, 2 Tim. 1.12. I know whom I have believed, and am perswaded that he will keep that which I have committed to him. And 2 Tim. 4.18.
Hence Says the Apostle, 2 Tim. 1.12. I know whom I have believed, and am persuaded that he will keep that which I have committed to him. And 2 Tim. 4.18.
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Hence saith the Apostle, Rom. 8.3. What the Law could not doe, &c. And Rom. 9.31, 32. He saith that the Jewes which followed after the Law of righteousnesse, did not attaine unto that righteousnesse.
Hence Says the Apostle, Rom. 8.3. What the Law could not do, etc. And Rom. 9.31, 32. He Says that the Jews which followed After the Law of righteousness, did not attain unto that righteousness.
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The Papists may talke of perfect keeping of the Law, but the Scripture teacheth us another doctrine, Prov. 20.9. Who can say, I have made my heart cleane? And 1 King. 8.46. There is no man that sinneth not.
The Papists may talk of perfect keeping of the Law, but the Scripture Teaches us Another Doctrine, Curae 20.9. Who can say, I have made my heart clean? And 1 King. 8.46. There is no man that Sinneth not.
But the Covenant of grace is possible, and therefore the Saints doe plead this before the Lord, Psal. 44.17. that they have been faithfull in his Covenant.
But the Covenant of grace is possible, and Therefore the Saints do plead this before the Lord, Psalm 44.17. that they have been faithful in his Covenant.
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They doe not plead themselves to be without sinne, against the Covenant of workes, and yet they can say, they had not dealt falsly with God in the Covenant of grace.
They do not plead themselves to be without sin, against the Covenant of works, and yet they can say, they had not dealt falsely with God in the Covenant of grace.
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Nay the Lord himselfe lookes at them as fulfilling and keeping Covenant with him, Psal. 103.18. One of these Covenents is, as Acts 15.10. a yoake too heavie for us now to beare;
Nay the Lord himself looks At them as fulfilling and keeping Covenant with him, Psalm 103.18. One of these Covenents is, as Acts 15.10. a yoke too heavy for us now to bear;
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The Pharisees that were teachers of the Covenant of workes, laid load and heavie burthens upon mens necks, Mat. 23. But the Commandements of the Covenant of grace, are not grievous.
The Pharisees that were Teachers of the Covenant of works, laid load and heavy burdens upon men's necks, Mathew 23. But the commandments of the Covenant of grace, Are not grievous.
But grace is kinde, loving, easie to be intreated, taking every thing in good part, so it be done in truth and faithfulnesse, according to the strength received;
But grace is kind, loving, easy to be entreated, taking every thing in good part, so it be done in truth and faithfulness, according to the strength received;
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But if the Covenant of grace be broken and made voyd, as it may to those which onely externally lay hold on it, there is no more helpe for such a soule.
But if the Covenant of grace be broken and made void, as it may to those which only externally lay hold on it, there is no more help for such a soul.
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As it is between man and wife, though shee be foolish, passionate, and wilfull; yet these doe not breake the Covenant of marriage, so long as shee remaineth faithfull; So here.
As it is between man and wife, though she be foolish, passionate, and wilful; yet these do not break the Covenant of marriage, so long as she remains faithful; So Here.
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though one hath committed bloudy sins, yet there is a refuge for him, which the Apostle seemes to allude unto, Heb. 6.18. We have strong consolation, that have made our refuge, &c. The Covenant of grace, is (as Isa. 25.4.) a refuge against the tempest, &c. Here is a safe Sanctuary, it saves such as are condemned by the Covenant of workes.
though one hath committed bloody Sins, yet there is a refuge for him, which the Apostle seems to allude unto, Hebrew 6.18. We have strong consolation, that have made our refuge, etc. The Covenant of grace, is (as Isaiah 25.4.) a refuge against the tempest, etc. Here is a safe Sanctuary, it saves such as Are condemned by the Covenant of works.
Hence is that in Heb. 10. from 26. to 31. If we sin wilfully, after we have received the knowledge of the truth, there remaines no more sacrifice for sinnes, &c. The reason of this difference is;
Hence is that in Hebrew 10. from 26. to 31. If we sin wilfully, After we have received the knowledge of the truth, there remains no more sacrifice for Sins, etc. The reason of this difference is;
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It is true, (as was said before) that the Lord passeth by many weaknesses of his servants, that desire and indeavour to cleanse themselves from all filthinesse,
It is true, (as was said before) that the Lord passes by many Weaknesses of his Servants, that desire and endeavour to cleanse themselves from all filthiness,
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Herein men stumble at the stumbling stone, they thinke that now under the dayes of grace (though they be yet under the Law) they may sin without danger, and continue in their evills;
Herein men Stumble At the stumbling stone, they think that now under the days of grace (though they be yet under the Law) they may sin without danger, and continue in their evils;
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God offers himselfe to be a God unto them, but they will have none of him, Then he gave them up to walke after their own hearts lusts, &c. When we will not have his Grace upon his tearmes,
God offers himself to be a God unto them, but they will have none of him, Then he gave them up to walk After their own hearts Lustiest, etc. When we will not have his Grace upon his terms,
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if then wee depart away from God, as Hos. 11.2. and wee will have our lusts, and keepe the Idols of our hearts, then the offers of grace are made voyd unto us.
if then we depart away from God, as Hos. 11.2. and we will have our Lustiest, and keep the Idols of our hearts, then the offers of grace Are made void unto us.
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and in the world, then in the grace of Christ. Hence saith the Apostle, Heb. 10.26. & 39. That they that sin wilfully after they have received the knowledge of the truth, there remaines no more sacrifice for sin.
and in the world, then in the grace of christ. Hence Says the Apostle, Hebrew 10.26. & 39. That they that sin wilfully After they have received the knowledge of the truth, there remains no more sacrifice for since.
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and though they goe on presumptuously in an head-strong way, yet Grace shall pardon all; This Paul meets withall, Rom. 6.1. Shall we fin that grace may abound, &c. Men are ready to abuse the precious Grace of God;
and though they go on presumptuously in an headstrong Way, yet Grace shall pardon all; This Paul meets withal, Rom. 6.1. Shall we fin that grace may abound, etc. Men Are ready to abuse the precious Grace of God;
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This turning of grace into wantonnesse, frustrates the Covenant of grace unto our selves, Jude 3.4. verses. Let us therefore take heed that we sin not against grace.
This turning of grace into wantonness, frustrates the Covenant of grace unto our selves, U^de 3.4. Verses. Let us Therefore take heed that we sin not against grace.
which is not to be granted, because the Covenant of grace was from before the world began, 2 Tim. 1.9. Tit. 1.2. I answer, that both covenants must be considered two wayes.
which is not to be granted, Because the Covenant of grace was from before the world began, 2 Tim. 1.9. Tit. 1.2. I answer, that both Covenants must be considered two ways.
First, both these purposes (that I may so speak for our conceiving, though both are but one in God) I say both these, I wil glorifie my self in my justice, and, I wil also glorifie my selfe in my grace, are from eternity, one as well as the other, Rom. 9.22.23.
First, both these Purposes (that I may so speak for our conceiving, though both Are but one in God) I say both these, I will Glorify my self in my Justice, and, I will also Glorify my self in my grace, Are from eternity, one as well as the other, Rom. 9.22.23.
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Secondly, Christ himself when he received the promise and covenant of grace for us, did withall receive a commandment and covenant of works to be fulfilled by him in our behalfe.
Secondly, christ himself when he received the promise and Covenant of grace for us, did withal receive a Commandment and Covenant of works to be fulfilled by him in our behalf.
Hence he is said to bee made under the law, Galat. 4. he received a commandment from the Father, John 12.49. And was sent to fulfill the righteousnesse of the Law for us, Rom. 8.3. By which means he becommeth the end of the Law, Rom. 10.4. And as he was made under the Law, and did fulfil it in fulness of time, wherin he was sent:
Hence he is said to be made under the law, Galatians 4. he received a Commandment from the Father, John 12.49. And was sent to fulfil the righteousness of the Law for us, Rom. 8.3. By which means he becomes the end of the Law, Rom. 10.4. And as he was made under the Law, and did fulfil it in fullness of time, wherein he was sent:
But if we look at the manifestation and enacting and striking of the covenant with us, the covenant of works was first, in as much as the state of perfection was before the state of imperfection, in which the covenant of grace was made with us.
But if we look At the manifestation and enacting and striking of the Covenant with us, the Covenant of works was First, in as much as the state of perfection was before the state of imperfection, in which the Covenant of grace was made with us.
but it is brought by the Son out of the bosome of the Father, John 1. Flesh and bloud doth not reveale this doctrine, Matth. 16.17. Then let no man think to attain the knowledge of the covenant of grace, and find out the mystery thereof by naturall understanding, by any strength of wit, learning:
but it is brought by the Son out of the bosom of the Father, John 1. Flesh and blood does not reveal this Doctrine, Matthew 16.17. Then let no man think to attain the knowledge of the Covenant of grace, and find out the mystery thereof by natural understanding, by any strength of wit, learning:
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but the covenant of grace is not made with all men, but only with the faithfull, with those that are given unto Christ by the Father, John 17. And therefore by the covenant of works, God is a God to one as well as to another;
but the Covenant of grace is not made with all men, but only with the faithful, with those that Are given unto christ by the Father, John 17. And Therefore by the Covenant of works, God is a God to one as well as to Another;
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God saith that he will establish his covenant with Isaac, and not with Ishmael: So it was made with Jacob, and not with Esau, with Abel, and not with Cain, with David, and not with Saul; not with Iudas, but with Peter; with the Jewes first, and not with the Gentiles;
God Says that he will establish his Covenant with Isaac, and not with Ishmael: So it was made with Jacob, and not with Esau, with Abel, and not with Cain, with David, and not with Saul; not with Iudas, but with Peter; with the Jews First, and not with the Gentiles;
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Naturall life is common to all, but spirituall and eternall life is the peculiar blessing of the covenant of grace, made onely with those that are given unto Christ.
Natural life is Common to all, but spiritual and Eternal life is the peculiar blessing of the Covenant of grace, made only with those that Are given unto christ.
Therefore the Lord speaking of those that he will be a God unto, Zach. 13.8, 9. saith, That two parts shall be cut off, and to the third hee will say, You are my people. Let us not therefore flatter our selves with vain hopes, that he that made us will save us:
Therefore the Lord speaking of those that he will be a God unto, Zach 13.8, 9. Says, That two parts shall be Cut off, and to the third he will say, You Are my people. Let us not Therefore flatter our selves with vain hope's, that he that made us will save us:
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No, he that made you will have no compassion on you, so long as you remain an impenitent and disobedient people, Isai. 27.11. All doe not so much as heare of this covenant, nor know it;
No, he that made you will have no compassion on you, so long as you remain an impenitent and disobedient people, Isaiah 27.11. All do not so much as hear of this Covenant, nor know it;
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Ask our selves, yea and ask others, and goe and enquire at the Lords own mouth, Am I within this covenant? Have I any part or portion in the blessing of it? Sure I am, that I am by nature under the covenant of works,
Ask our selves, yea and ask Others, and go and inquire At the lords own Mouth, Am I within this Covenant? Have I any part or portion in the blessing of it? Sure I am, that I am by nature under the Covenant of works,
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therefore doe not build upon this false principle, that all that heare of the covenant of grace with their eares, are partakers of the blessing comming by it:
Therefore do not built upon this false principle, that all that hear of the Covenant of grace with their ears, Are partakers of the blessing coming by it:
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No, it is no common salvation, but onely to those that enter into a covenant with God, to those that beleeve and bring forth the fruit of a living Faith.
No, it is no Common salvation, but only to those that enter into a Covenant with God, to those that believe and bring forth the fruit of a living Faith.
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As the Papists have done by confounding the differences between the covenants. They make the covenant of grace to differ no otherwise from the covenant of works,
As the Papists have done by confounding the differences between the Covenants. They make the Covenant of grace to differ no otherwise from the Covenant of works,
As where the old Law (as they term it) commanded, Thou shalt not kill; the new Law forbids one to be angry unadvisedly, &c. And hence, scil. from the confounding of these two covenants, follows their doctrine of the possibility of the keeping the whole Law.
As where the old Law (as they term it) commanded, Thou shalt not kill; the new Law forbids one to be angry unadvisedly, etc. And hence, scil. from the confounding of these two Covenants, follows their Doctrine of the possibility of the keeping the Whole Law.
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and acknowledgeth it in the Saints, as in Zachary and Elizabeth, they not putting difference betwixt Law and Gospel, they apply this to a legall keeping of the commandement, which is quite contrary to the mind of the Spirit of Truth speaking in the Word.
and acknowledgeth it in the Saints, as in Zachary and Elizabeth, they not putting difference betwixt Law and Gospel, they apply this to a Legal keeping of the Commandment, which is quite contrary to the mind of the Spirit of Truth speaking in the Word.
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For the great commandement of the covenant of grace is, that we beleeve in the Name of the Son of God, that we may have life by him, 1 John 3.23. thereupon the Gospel is called, the Law of Faith, as opposed to the law of works, Rom. 3.27.
For the great Commandment of the Covenant of grace is, that we believe in the Name of the Son of God, that we may have life by him, 1 John 3.23. thereupon the Gospel is called, the Law of Faith, as opposed to the law of works, Rom. 3.27.
I now come to the revelation and dispensation of the covenant of grace, to see how diversly it hath been administred in the severall times and age• of the Church,
I now come to the Revelation and Dispensation of the Covenant of grace, to see how diversely it hath been administered in the several times and age• of the Church,
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This is necessary to bee considered, because of the Anabaptists, which teach, that they lived and died without hope of life eternall, onely fed with temporall promises,
This is necessary to be considered, Because of the Anabaptists, which teach, that they lived and died without hope of life Eternal, only fed with temporal promises,
and fatted like swine with earthly blessings, but without hope of a better life. But the contrary is evident by the promises that were made to them, L•vit. 26.12. I will be your God, and yee shall be my people;
and fatted like Swine with earthly blessings, but without hope of a better life. But the contrary is evident by the promises that were made to them, L•vit. 26.12. I will be your God, and ye shall be my people;
but Christ saith, that God is not the God of the dead, but of the living, Matth. 22.32. But it is more plain, Deut. 38.29. Happy art thou, O Israel, saved by the Lord.
but christ Says, that God is not the God of the dead, but of the living, Matthew 22.32. But it is more plain, Deuteronomy 38.29. Happy art thou, Oh Israel, saved by the Lord.
If they had had onely temporall promises, they might have been called a miserable people, according to that of Paul in 1 Cor. 15.19. If in this life onely we had hope, we were of all men the most miserable, they could not have been called an happy people. Isai. 33.22. The Lord is our King, and he will save us.
If they had had only temporal promises, they might have been called a miserable people, according to that of Paul in 1 Cor. 15.19. If in this life only we had hope, we were of all men the most miserable, they could not have been called an happy people. Isaiah 33.22. The Lord is our King, and he will save us.
Therefore the old Patriarchs are in heaven, and therefore it is an hellish and diabolicall doctrine, that they were fed onely with temporall promises. In Heb. 11.10. it is plain, they had not only the hope of an earthly inheritance in Canaan, but the hope of an heavenly inheritance in the Kingdome of God.
Therefore the old Patriarchs Are in heaven, and Therefore it is an hellish and diabolical Doctrine, that they were fed only with temporal promises. In Hebrew 11.10. it is plain, they had not only the hope of an earthly inheritance in Canaan, but the hope of an heavenly inheritance in the Kingdom of God.
And in reason, what more absurd then to imagine, that Abraham should be called the Father of the Faithfull, and we to be called his children, and yet we to have an eternall inheritance in heaven,
And in reason, what more absurd then to imagine, that Abraham should be called the Father of the Faithful, and we to be called his children, and yet we to have an Eternal inheritance in heaven,
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and Abraham the Father of us all, to have only a temporal here upon earth. Againe, the Saints professed themselves pilgrims and strangers upon the earth, Heb. 11.13. and David, Psal. 39.12. Which shewes that they had hopes of a better inheritance then that of Canaan. Againe, they had the same Spirit as we have, Psal. 51.12. Take not thy holy Spirit from me, saith David. Now the Spirit is the pledge of our inheritance, Eph. 1.14. And therefore if they had the same Spirit, then the same inheritance.
and Abraham the Father of us all, to have only a temporal Here upon earth. Again, the Saints professed themselves pilgrim's and Strangers upon the earth, Hebrew 11.13. and David, Psalm 39.12. Which shows that they had hope's of a better inheritance then that of Canaan. Again, they had the same Spirit as we have, Psalm 51.12. Take not thy holy Spirit from me, Says David. Now the Spirit is the pledge of our inheritance, Ephesians 1.14. And Therefore if they had the same Spirit, then the same inheritance.
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even by faith in the free grace of God in Christ Jesus. They had the same Gospel of grace that wee have. Hence is that, Rom. 1.2. the Gospel was promised before by the Prophets to the Fathers. And Rom. 3.21. The righteousnesse of God without the Law is manifested, being witnessed by the Law and the Prophets.
even by faith in the free grace of God in christ jesus. They had the same Gospel of grace that we have. Hence is that, Rom. 1.2. the Gospel was promised before by the prophets to the Father's. And Rom. 3.21. The righteousness of God without the Law is manifested, being witnessed by the Law and the prophets.
It is manifested without the Law, that is, without the workes of the Law, yet hath witnesse of the Law, that is, of the writings of Moses, who teacheth a man to looke for justification by Grace, and not by workes.
It is manifested without the Law, that is, without the works of the Law, yet hath witness of the Law, that is, of the writings of Moses, who Teaches a man to look for justification by Grace, and not by works.
To the same purpose is that in Hebr. 13.8. Christ the same yesterday (for the time past, before his coming in the flesh) to day, while in the flesh, and for ever after;
To the same purpose is that in Hebrew 13.8. christ the same yesterday (for the time past, before his coming in the Flesh) to day, while in the Flesh, and for ever After;
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So also in the Songs of Mary and Zachary, Luk. 1.54.72. The revealing and fulfilling of our redemption by Christ is made to be the accomplishment of the promises made unto the Fathers.
So also in the Songs of Marry and Zachary, Luk. 1.54.72. The revealing and fulfilling of our redemption by christ is made to be the accomplishment of the promises made unto the Father's.
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hence also saith the Apostle, Act. 15.10, 11. We hope to be saved, even as they. And Heb. 4.2. Unto us was the Gospel preached as unto them, and to them as well as to us.
hence also Says the Apostle, Act. 15.10, 11. We hope to be saved, even as they. And Hebrew 4.2. Unto us was the Gospel preached as unto them, and to them as well as to us.
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This may teach us to abhorre that swinish opinion of the Anabaptists, who make the Fathers before Christ, to have lived onely under a temporall Covenant, promising to them temporall things, feeding their bellies,
This may teach us to abhor that swinish opinion of the Anabaptists, who make the Father's before christ, to have lived only under a temporal Covenant, promising to them temporal things, feeding their bellies,
and be fed with windy fancies in stead of bread. Aske for the old way, Jer. 6.16. The old way is the good way, wherein you must finde rest to your soules;
and be fed with windy fancies in stead of bred. Ask for the old Way, Jer. 6.16. The old Way is the good Way, wherein you must find rest to your Souls;
It hath been the blemish of our English Nation, that they have been alwayes new-fangled, running after new fashions, taking up the fashions of every Nation.
It hath been the blemish of our English nation, that they have been always newfangled, running After new fashions, taking up the fashions of every nation.
The poverty of our estates will not here permit us to follow new fashions, but yet still the vanitie of our mindes is working and doating upon our new opinions, whereby men are led into pathes, that were not troden by the Fathers of old.
The poverty of our estates will not Here permit us to follow new fashions, but yet still the vanity of our minds is working and doting upon our new opinions, whereby men Are led into paths, that were not trodden by the Father's of old.
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Whiles every one is forward to vent his own imagination, and hath libertie so to doe, every one saying, I have seene, I have seene, (when indeed they have seene nothing but the vanitie and lying imagination of their own heart) they fill the world with idle fancies, which breed questions, rather then godly edifying.
While every one is forward to vent his own imagination, and hath liberty so to do, every one saying, I have seen, I have seen, (when indeed they have seen nothing but the vanity and lying imagination of their own heart) they fill the world with idle fancies, which breed questions, rather then godly edifying.
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Though we have cause to praise the Lord for the aboundant manifestation of the Doctrine of Grace in these dayes, more then before Christs coming in the flesh,
Though we have cause to praise the Lord for the abundant manifestation of the Doctrine of Grace in these days, more then before Christ coming in the Flesh,
As the light of the Sun which shines at noone-time, or mid-day, is the same light which shined in the morning, onely more cleare and bright then before;
As the Light of the Sun which shines At Noontime, or midday, is the same Light which shined in the morning, only more clear and bright then before;
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2. But though the substance of the Covenant was the same then and now, yet there is a difference in regard of the manner of dispensation and revealing, it being diversly propounded, according to the severall times, ages, states,
2. But though the substance of the Covenant was the same then and now, yet there is a difference in regard of the manner of Dispensation and revealing, it being diversely propounded, according to the several times, ages, states,
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And therefore in regard of the old way, and manner of administration of it, it's called the old Covenant, and in regard of the new manner of dispensing, it's called the new Covenant. The same Covenant therefore is called both new and old, as is evident, Heb. 8.8.13.
And Therefore in regard of the old Way, and manner of administration of it, it's called the old Covenant, and in regard of the new manner of dispensing, it's called the new Covenant. The same Covenant Therefore is called both new and old, as is evident, Hebrew 8.8.13.
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But lest any should thinke, that the old Covenant there spoken of, was properly and strictly the Covenant of workes, see what is said before, Pag. 59, 60. &c. Wherein stands the difference between the old and new manner of the dispensation of the Covenant of grace.
But lest any should think, that the old Covenant there spoken of, was properly and strictly the Covenant of works, see what is said before, Page 59, 60. etc. Wherein Stands the difference between the old and new manner of the Dispensation of the Covenant of grace.
which appeares by those places of Scripture-speeches, which the Holy-Ghost useth of the Ordinances of the old Testament. Acts 15.10. They were a yoke which neither we nor our Fathers could beare; and Colos. 2.20.
which appears by those places of Scripture-speeches, which the Holy ghost uses of the Ordinances of the old Testament. Acts 15.10. They were a yoke which neither we nor our Father's could bear; and Colos 2.20.
Why will you take upon you the observation of traditions, but why are yee burthened with them? implying they were an heavy burthen. So Galat. 4.3. he comparing the state of the Church then and now, he saith they were then in a kinde of bondage in respect of us now.
Why will you take upon you the observation of traditions, but why Are ye burdened with them? implying they were an heavy burden. So Galatians 4.3. he comparing the state of the Church then and now, he Says they were then in a kind of bondage in respect of us now.
But now the yoke is made more easie, therefore Christ compares the Jewish Church to a childe that in his nonage is under tutors and governours, till the time appointed by the Father.
But now the yoke is made more easy, Therefore christ compares the Jewish Church to a child that in his nonage is under tutors and Governors, till the time appointed by the Father.
But the Church now is like a man growne up, that hath his patrimony in his own hand, Gal. 4.1, 2. Though we be bound to the duties of the Morall Law as well as they,
But the Church now is like a man grown up, that hath his patrimony in his own hand, Gal. 4.1, 2. Though we be bound to the duties of the Moral Law as well as they,
Seeing we have so much libertie in the dayes of the Gospel, and are eased of the burthen that lay upon them, it must teach us with the more freedome and willingnesse to offer up those spirituall sacrifices unto God which he calls for at our hands.
Seeing we have so much liberty in the days of the Gospel, and Are eased of the burden that lay upon them, it must teach us with the more freedom and willingness to offer up those spiritual Sacrifices unto God which he calls for At our hands.
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Let us not therefore be as the people of Israel, of whom the Lord complains, Hosea 11.3.4. that though he had taken off the yoke, and laid meat before them, yet they were like an unruly beast that kicketh with the heele.
Let us not Therefore be as the people of Israel, of whom the Lord complains, Hosea 11.3.4. that though he had taken off the yoke, and laid meat before them, yet they were like an unruly beast that kicketh with the heel.
If now when the Lord hath taken off the yoke of the Ceremoniall Law, and hath given us the Covenant of his grace without those burthens that lay upon them,
If now when the Lord hath taken off the yoke of the Ceremonial Law, and hath given us the Covenant of his grace without those burdens that lay upon them,
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but now it is revealed more clearly since the coming of our Saviour Christ; so also Ephes. 3, 4, 5. and Colos. 2.26. Consider the truth of this in some particulars.
but now it is revealed more clearly since the coming of our Saviour christ; so also Ephesians 3, 4, 5. and Colos 2.26. Consider the truth of this in Some particulars.
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And hence are those promises, They shall inherite the land, and dwell in the earth, Psal. 37.11. Not as if that were all they were to looke for, but because it was the type of another and better inheritance in heaven.
And hence Are those promises, They shall inherit the land, and dwell in the earth, Psalm 37.11. Not as if that were all they were to look for, but Because it was the type of Another and better inheritance in heaven.
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This was the cause that made Jacob, Gen. 49.29. give that charge to his sonnes, that they should not bury him in Aegypt, but carry him into the land of Canaan. And Joseph, Gen. 50.24, 25. tooke an oath of his brethren, that they should carry his bones with them;
This was the cause that made Jacob, Gen. 49.29. give that charge to his Sons, that they should not bury him in Egypt, but carry him into the land of Canaan. And Joseph, Gen. 50.24, 25. took an oath of his brothers, that they should carry his bones with them;
and by giving that charge, they testified their faith in the promise of God concerning the possession of life eternall? Therefore also it was that Abraham, though he indured many troubles and injuries in the land of promise,
and by giving that charge, they testified their faith in the promise of God Concerning the possession of life Eternal? Therefore also it was that Abraham, though he endured many Troubles and injuries in the land of promise,
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and had time to have returned into his own Country, yet he would not, Heb. 11.15. because he looked at that, as a land of promise, and a type of the rest that remained for him in the kingdome of God.
and had time to have returned into his own Country, yet he would not, Hebrew 11.15. Because he looked At that, as a land of promise, and a type of the rest that remained for him in the Kingdom of God.
Secondly, Consider the revealing of Christ, either the person of Christ, or his offices, and wee shall see that they were darkly propounded unto them in respect of what they are to us.
Secondly, Consider the revealing of christ, either the person of christ, or his Offices, and we shall see that they were darkly propounded unto them in respect of what they Are to us.
Concerning, his person it was revealed unto them that he should be God, as Isai. 9.6. where he is called the mighty God; and also that he should be man, and therefore said to be borne, Isa. 9.6.
Concerning, his person it was revealed unto them that he should be God, as Isaiah 9.6. where he is called the mighty God; and also that he should be man, and Therefore said to be born, Isaiah 9.6.
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his Propheticall office shadowed to them by Moses, who revealed the minde of God to the people. Therefore saith Moses, Deut. 18.18. A Prophet shall the Lord your God raise up unto you like unto me;
his Prophetical office shadowed to them by Moses, who revealed the mind of God to the people. Therefore Says Moses, Deuteronomy 18.18. A Prophet shall the Lord your God raise up unto you like unto me;
which is applyed unto Christ, Acts 3.22. His Kingly office typed out in the kingdome of David and Solomon, Luk. 1.31. God shall give him the kingdome of his Father David.
which is applied unto christ, Acts 3.22. His Kingly office typed out in the Kingdom of David and Solomon, Luk. 1.31. God shall give him the Kingdom of his Father David.
But how darke these things were unto them, you may perceive by the speeches of the Disciples unto Christ, who knew not how he should execute those offices, they knew not that he should dye, they dreamt of an earthly kingdome;
But how dark these things were unto them, you may perceive by the Speeches of the Disciples unto christ, who knew not how he should execute those Offices, they knew not that he should die, they dreamed of an earthly Kingdom;
Justification was signified by the sprinkling of the bloud of the sacrifice, Exod. 24.7, 8. So sanctification was typed out by the water of purification;
Justification was signified by the sprinkling of the blood of the sacrifice, Exod 24.7, 8. So sanctification was typed out by the water of purification;
and therefore as the light of the Sun is lesse before its rising, then afterward; so Christ before his rising in the world, was not so fully knowne as since.
and Therefore as the Light of the Sun is less before its rising, then afterwards; so christ before his rising in the world, was not so Fully known as since.
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2. The Church was then in its minority and infancy, but now it is of full age, Gal. 4.1, 2. Therefore as a Father gives some hints of his purpose and will, to his childe when he is under age,
2. The Church was then in its minority and infancy, but now it is of full age, Gal. 4.1, 2. Therefore as a Father gives Some hints of his purpose and will, to his child when he is under age,
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but makes knowne all his minde to him when he is growne up; so dealt the Lord with his Church then, as with children, &c. 3. It was meet that this glory should be reserved to Christ himselfe, he being the great Prophet of the Church, that he should reveale more to the world then ever was knowne before.
but makes known all his mind to him when he is grown up; so dealt the Lord with his Church then, as with children, etc. 3. It was meet that this glory should be reserved to christ himself, he being the great Prophet of the Church, that he should reveal more to the world then ever was known before.
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It was not meet that all should be revealed before his coming, but that he should have the glory of revealing those deepe things which were hid with God, making them knowne to his Church and people.
It was not meet that all should be revealed before his coming, but that he should have the glory of revealing those deep things which were hid with God, making them known to his Church and people.
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This should teach us with thankfulnesse to accept and prize these dayes of the Sonne of man, wherein Chri•• •ath so clearly revealed the Covenant of his Grace to us, that many Kings and Princes have desired to see the things that wee see, &c. Nay,
This should teach us with thankfulness to accept and prize these days of the Son of man, wherein Chri•• •ath so clearly revealed the Covenant of his Grace to us, that many Kings and Princes have desired to see the things that we see, etc. Nay,
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How may wee stand and admire this grace, and say with the Disciples, Lord, why is it that thou wilt reveale thy selfe to us and not to the world? Count it not a small mercy, that wee have Christ revealed so clearly now more then formerly.
How may we stand and admire this grace, and say with the Disciples, Lord, why is it that thou wilt reveal thy self to us and not to the world? Count it not a small mercy, that we have christ revealed so clearly now more then formerly.
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It is one of the great promises of God unto his Church, as we may see, Isai. 11.9. That the earth shall be filled with the knowledge of God. And Jerem. 31.34. That all shall know the Lord, &c. These are the dayes fore-spoken of, wherein wee doe in a degree and measure see eye to eye, though something more may be added in the conversion of the Jewes.
It is one of the great promises of God unto his Church, as we may see, Isaiah 11.9. That the earth shall be filled with the knowledge of God. And Jeremiah 31.34. That all shall know the Lord, etc. These Are the days forespoken of, wherein we do in a degree and measure see eye to eye, though something more may be added in the conversion of the Jews.
therefore saith the Apostle, 2 Cor. 4.4. If our Gospel be now hid, it is bid to them that are lost, in whom the God of this world, &c. And so for ungroundednesse, see what the Apostle Peter saith, 2 Pet. 3.16. That they that are unstable and pervert the Scriptures, doe it to their own destruction.
Therefore Says the Apostle, 2 Cor. 4.4. If our Gospel be now hid, it is bid to them that Are lost, in whom the God of this world, etc. And so for ungroundedness, see what the Apostle Peter Says, 2 Pet. 3.16. That they that Are unstable and pervert the Scriptures, do it to their own destruction.
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Seeing the light of grace doth more clearly shine now then in dayes before, let us therefore goe on in our way with more alacrity and cheerfulnesse of spirit, we having the day-light shining to us and guiding us.
Seeing the Light of grace does more clearly shine now then in days before, let us Therefore go on in our Way with more alacrity and cheerfulness of Spirit, we having the daylight shining to us and guiding us.
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Therefore as travellers, though they walk heavily and uncomfortably whiles they are compassed with darknesse, yet when light appeares, they goe cheerfully:
Therefore as travellers, though they walk heavily and uncomfortably while they Are compassed with darkness, yet when Light appears, they go cheerfully:
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so we that are pilgrimes and travellers, should rejoyce that the day is come, as they that sailed with Paul, Acts 27. we should rejoyce in the light, striving against all discouragements we meet withall,
so we that Are Pilgrims and travellers, should rejoice that the day is come, as they that sailed with Paul, Acts 27. we should rejoice in the Light, striving against all discouragements we meet withal,
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keep these within, these should be like the wild beasts of the field, which retire to their dens when the Sunne ariseth, they are afraid to bee seen in the light;
keep these within, these should be like the wild beasts of the field, which retire to their dens when the Sun arises, they Are afraid to be seen in the Light;
so these wild lusts of ours, should not dare to appeare in these dayes of light, they cannot stirre forth but the light will discover them, sinne is now more conspicuous, and more odious.
so these wild Lustiest of ours, should not Dare to appear in these days of Light, they cannot stir forth but the Light will discover them, sin is now more conspicuous, and more odious.
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The liberall pouring out of the Spirit was reserved unto the time of Christs ascension, to the end it might bee known that it is from Christ glorified that we doe receive the Spirit, as John 16.7. If I goe not away (saith Christ) the holy Ghost will not come.
The liberal pouring out of the Spirit was reserved unto the time of Christ Ascension, to the end it might be known that it is from christ glorified that we do receive the Spirit, as John 16.7. If I go not away (Says christ) the holy Ghost will not come.
When Christ ascended, then he gave plenitude of gifts to men, Ephes. 4.7.8. Then the Spirit was shed down abundantly, as Titus 3.6. It was given before more sparingly, but now more fully.
When christ ascended, then he gave plenitude of Gifts to men, Ephesians 4.7.8. Then the Spirit was shed down abundantly, as Titus 3.6. It was given before more sparingly, but now more Fully.
When the doctrine of faith was more fully revealed, then was faith it selfe more revealed in the hearts and lives of the people of God, Gal. 3.23. Before faith came, (saith the Apostle) implying there was a time when there was lesse faith in Gods people.
When the Doctrine of faith was more Fully revealed, then was faith it self more revealed in the hearts and lives of the people of God, Gal. 3.23. Before faith Come, (Says the Apostle) implying there was a time when there was less faith in God's people.
and therefore we are no more servants but sonnes, &c. It was a more servile spirit which wrought in them, being drawn by the terrors of the law, more then by the promises of grace;
and Therefore we Are no more Servants but Sons, etc. It was a more servile Spirit which wrought in them, being drawn by the terrors of the law, more then by the promises of grace;
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but we have the spirit of adoption, the spirit of love, and of a sound mind, as 2 Tim. 1.7. Love reignes more under the dispensation of the covenant now, then before.
but we have the Spirit of adoption, the Spirit of love, and of a found mind, as 2 Tim. 1.7. Love reigns more under the Dispensation of the Covenant now, then before.
It's a full joy which wee have now in comparison of what they received. Therefore in these respects the dispensation of the covenant of grace is more powerfull now, then it was then.
It's a full joy which we have now in comparison of what they received. Therefore in these respects the Dispensation of the Covenant of grace is more powerful now, then it was then.
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Those that are weak, and sensible of their owne infirmity, should strive to grow in strength, that they may bee able to say as Micah 3.8. I am full of power.
Those that Are weak, and sensible of their own infirmity, should strive to grow in strength, that they may be able to say as micah 3.8. I am full of power.
Here therefore wee must come and stand under Christ, that he may powre down upon us, st•nd with our vessels open, with open hearts, that we may be filled, as Zach. 4.3.12. The bowles of the candlestick stand under the dropping of the Olive trees, and so receive oyle continually to maintain their light; so must we.
Here Therefore we must come and stand under christ, that he may pour down upon us, st•nd with our vessels open, with open hearts, that we may be filled, as Zach 4.3.12. The bowls of the candlestick stand under the dropping of the Olive trees, and so receive oil continually to maintain their Light; so must we.
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1. In labouring to subdue our corruptions, wrath, impatie•cy, emulation, pride, worldlinesse, &c. Let us set our feet upon the necks of these tyrants that have risen up against us, and fought gainst our souls.
1. In labouring to subdue our corruptions, wrath, impatie•cy, emulation, pride, worldliness, etc. Let us Set our feet upon the necks of these Tyrants that have risen up against us, and fought gainst our Souls.
Vessels that are full, desire vent, Job. 32. And if we be vessels of mercy, filled with mercy and grace from above, we should also vent forth to others that grace,
Vessels that Are full, desire vent, Job. 32. And if we be vessels of mercy, filled with mercy and grace from above, we should also vent forth to Others that grace,
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and joy of the holy Ghost, which is powred forth now more abundantly then before. Let us imitate that patterne, Acts 9.31. They walked in the feare of the Lord, and in the comfort of the holy Ghost.
and joy of the holy Ghost, which is poured forth now more abundantly then before. Let us imitate that pattern, Acts 9.31. They walked in the Fear of the Lord, and in the Comfort of the holy Ghost.
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We should not walk heavily and droopingly, with faces cast down, & spirits discouraged, but labour to expresse the heavenly joy of the Saints above, rejoycing in Christ with joy unspeakable and glorious, 1 Pet. 1.8. Rejoyce in the plenteous grace which is opened to us abundantly.
We should not walk heavily and droopingly, with faces cast down, & spirits discouraged, but labour to express the heavenly joy of the Saints above, rejoicing in christ with joy unspeakable and glorious, 1 Pet. 1.8. Rejoice in the plenteous grace which is opened to us abundantly.
but walked in darknesse, and in the vanity of their mind, and therefore they are called, The Gentiles which knew not God, 1 Thess. 4.5. And, Gentiles in the flesh, Ephes. 2.11 And said to be without Christ, without promise, without covenant;
but walked in darkness, and in the vanity of their mind, and Therefore they Are called, The Gentiles which knew not God, 1 Thess 4.5. And, Gentiles in the Flesh, Ephesians 2.11 And said to be without christ, without promise, without Covenant;
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We may see in the Scripture, how that (during all the time of the old Testament) all the holy things of God by which life and salvation are conveyed, are appropriated to the Jewes alone:
We may see in the Scripture, how that (during all the time of the old Testament) all the holy things of God by which life and salvation Are conveyed, Are appropriated to the Jews alone:
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The law is called their Law, John 8.17. And, the inheritance of the children of Jacob, Deut. 33.4. To them were committed the Oraccles of God, Rom. 3.2. To them pertained the covenants and the promises, &c. Rom. 9.4.
The law is called their Law, John 8.17. And, the inheritance of the children of Jacob, Deuteronomy 33.4. To them were committed the Oraccles of God, Rom. 3.2. To them pertained the Covenants and the promises, etc. Rom. 9.4.
Salvation is from the Jews, Ioh. 4. Hence also the spirituall things of the Gospel are called their spirituall things, Rom. 15.27. The calling of the Gentiles was such a mystery to the Jews (though beleevers) that when Peter preached to Cornelius and his family, they contend earnestly with Peter about it, Acts 11.2. And the Apostle himselfe durst not adventure to goe unto them, till confirmed in the thing by vision and voyce from heaven.
Salvation is from the jews, John 4. Hence also the spiritual things of the Gospel Are called their spiritual things, Rom. 15.27. The calling of the Gentiles was such a mystery to the jews (though believers) that when Peter preached to Cornelius and his family, they contend earnestly with Peter about it, Acts 11.2. And the Apostle himself durst not adventure to go unto them, till confirmed in the thing by vision and voice from heaven.
as our Saviour calls the Syrophanician woman, Matth. 15. The Jewes were the righteous Nation, Exod. 19.6. The Gentiles called, Sinners of the Gentiles, Gal. 2. They were carried to serve dumb Idols in stead of the true and living God;
as our Saviour calls the Syrophanician woman, Matthew 15. The Jews were the righteous nation, Exod 19.6. The Gentiles called, Sinners of the Gentiles, Gal. 2. They were carried to serve dumb Idols in stead of the true and living God;
yea, they sacrificed to Devils, and not to God, 1 Cor. 10.20. Thus before Christs comming in the flesh, the covenant of grace was dispensed onely unto the Jewes:
yea, they sacrificed to Devils, and not to God, 1 Cor. 10.20. Thus before Christ coming in the Flesh, the Covenant of grace was dispensed only unto the Jews:
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but now it is published to every creature, or is free so to be. Matth. 28.19. Goe and preach to all nations, &c. Now it is made manifest, though before it was kept secret.
but now it is published to every creature, or is free so to be. Matthew 28.19. Go and preach to all Nations, etc. Now it is made manifest, though before it was kept secret.
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The Gentiles that were farre off, are now made nigh by the bloud of Christ, Eph. 2.13. Hence also saith the Apostle, Rom. 3.29. Hee is the God of the Gentiles also, and not of the Jewes onely.
The Gentiles that were Far off, Are now made High by the blood of christ, Ephesians 2.13. Hence also Says the Apostle, Rom. 3.29. He is the God of the Gentiles also, and not of the Jews only.
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And if any ask, Why not to all? It was to shew the freenesse of his grace, in which he is not bound to any, he may shew mercy where he will shew mercy, Rom. 9.15. he may reveale his grace to whom he will, and conceale it from whom hee will.
And if any ask, Why not to all? It was to show the freeness of his grace, in which he is not bound to any, he may show mercy where he will show mercy, Rom. 9.15. he may reveal his grace to whom he will, and conceal it from whom he will.
In the Jewes therefore whom God chose to manifest his grace unto, the Lord would shew forth a pattern of his free election of grace, chusing them rather then any other people.
In the Jews Therefore whom God chosen to manifest his grace unto, the Lord would show forth a pattern of his free election of grace, choosing them rather then any other people.
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To make his grace and goodnesse the more conspicuous and glorious in extending it selfe to such a rejected and forsaken people, Rom. 11.32. He hath shut up all under unbelief, that he might have mercy upon all.
To make his grace and Goodness the more conspicuous and glorious in extending it self to such a rejected and forsaken people, Rom. 11.32. He hath shut up all under unbelief, that he might have mercy upon all.
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For the further glorifying of Christ, that his Name should bee more glorified, Psal. 2.8. Isai. 66.19. To teach us a double lesson: First, Humility; secondly, Thankfulnesse.
For the further glorifying of christ, that his Name should be more glorified, Psalm 2.8. Isaiah 66.19. To teach us a double Lesson: First, Humility; secondly, Thankfulness.
an abject, a base, and rejected people, not the posterity of Abraham, or Isaac. Let us remember our base estate, remember the rock whence we were hewen, the wild nature of that Olive which wee grew upon,
an abject, a base, and rejected people, not the posterity of Abraham, or Isaac. Let us Remember our base estate, Remember the rock whence we were hewn, the wild nature of that Olive which we grew upon,
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This we had need to remember our selves of. Paul thought it needfull to put the Ephesians in mind of it, Ephes. 2.11. and the Romans, cap. 11. and the Corinthians, 1 Cor. 6.11. there is the same spirit in us;
This we had need to Remember our selves of. Paul Thought it needful to put the Ephesians in mind of it, Ephesians 2.11. and the Roman, cap. 11. and the Corinthians, 1 Cor. 6.11. there is the same Spirit in us;
He hath made knowne his Covenant to us, which was kept secret from ages before, wherein though they would have been glad to have seen and heard the things which we doe; yet they could not;
He hath made known his Covenant to us, which was kept secret from ages before, wherein though they would have been glad to have seen and herd the things which we do; yet they could not;
what doe wee owe unto God for this mercy? Doe therefore as they in Acts 13.48. they were glad and rejoyced that the Gospel was preached to them; so let us.
what do we owe unto God for this mercy? Do Therefore as they in Acts 13.48. they were glad and rejoiced that the Gospel was preached to them; so let us.
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Let us learne to give up our selves to the obedience of Grace, as they did, Rom. 1.5. This is that the Gospel teacheth, 2 Tit. 11.12. There is much profession of faith in New England, but let it appeare in the life;
Let us Learn to give up our selves to the Obedience of Grace, as they did, Rom. 1.5. This is that the Gospel Teaches, 2 Tit. 11.12. There is much profession of faith in New England, but let it appear in the life;
or else the more the Grace of God is revealed to us, the heavier will our judgement be. 2 Thes. 1.8. God will come in flaming fire, rendring vengeance to them that obey not the Gospel of Christ.
or Else the more the Grace of God is revealed to us, the Heavier will our judgement be. 2 Thebes 1.8. God will come in flaming fire, rendering vengeance to them that obey not the Gospel of christ.
5. Here might be noted a fifth Difference, that the old Cove••nt was to last but for a time, till the time of reformation, Heb. •. 4. but the new Covenant is to last for ever to the end of the world.
5. Here might be noted a fifth Difference, that the old Cove••nt was to last but for a time, till the time of Reformation, Hebrew •. 4. but the new Covenant is to last for ever to the end of the world.
Which makes against the opinion of those which teach the abolition of the ordinances of the New Testament, at the setting up of Christs kingdome which they plead for; but this I passe by.
Which makes against the opinion of those which teach the abolition of the ordinances of the New Testament, At the setting up of Christ Kingdom which they plead for; but this I pass by.
Now we can never know the things which are given unto us of God, but by knowing of the covenant which conveys all the blessings which God doth impart unto his people;
Now we can never know the things which Are given unto us of God, but by knowing of the Covenant which conveys all the blessings which God does impart unto his people;
Walke through the Covenant as wee are able, to see the heighth and depth of it, that so we may know what great things the Lord hath made us possessors of,
Walk through the Covenant as we Are able, to see the height and depth of it, that so we may know what great things the Lord hath made us Possessors' of,
Secondly, It may be usefull also to others, that are strangers to the Covenant and promises, that they by hearing how great the blessings of the Covenant are, they may be allured and drawne thereby to come and take hold of the covenant, whereby such great and wonderfull things are communicated unto them.
Secondly, It may be useful also to Others, that Are Strangers to the Covenant and promises, that they by hearing how great the blessings of the Covenant Are, they may be allured and drawn thereby to come and take hold of the Covenant, whereby such great and wonderful things Are communicated unto them.
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Thirdly, The consideration of the Benefits of the Covenant, will helpe to make the burthen of it (as it seemes burthensome to flesh and bloud) more light, and the bonds more easie.
Thirdly, The consideration of the Benefits of the Covenant, will help to make the burden of it (as it seems burdensome to Flesh and blood) more Light, and the bonds more easy.
But if we look into the blessings of the Covenant which it brings, these will make the bonds more easie, that the soule will say, Lord bind me as fast as thou wilt, that I may never start from thee;
But if we look into the blessings of the Covenant which it brings, these will make the bonds more easy, that the soul will say, Lord bind me as fast as thou wilt, that I may never start from thee;
Fourthly, Whereas the Lord doth cast in many blessings upon his people, spirituall and temporall, (the Lord dealing in all his wayes towards his people according to his Covenant with them) now the consideration of the many blessings which wee doe enjoy by the Covenant, will lead us to the right fountaine from whence we doe receive them,
Fourthly, Whereas the Lord does cast in many blessings upon his people, spiritual and temporal, (the Lord dealing in all his ways towards his people according to his Covenant with them) now the consideration of the many blessings which we do enjoy by the Covenant, will led us to the right fountain from whence we do receive them,
the Lord will perform mercy to Jacob and truth to Israel, Micah 7. last. Thus it is every way usefull and profitable to know the blessings of the Covenant.
the Lord will perform mercy to Jacob and truth to Israel, micah 7. last. Thus it is every Way useful and profitable to know the blessings of the Covenant.
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so when the great Monarch of heaven and earth enters into Covenant with us, it is about the great things of our salvation, the great things of heaven, yea of God himselfe.
so when the great Monarch of heaven and earth enters into Covenant with us, it is about the great things of our salvation, the great things of heaven, yea of God himself.
It is a Well of salvation, Isai. 12.3. It's a fountaine of good things to satisfie every thirstie soule, Zach. 13.1. It is a treasure full of goods, as Deut. 28.12. Here is unsearchable riches in this Covenant, which can never be emptied, nor come to an end.
It is a Well of salvation, Isaiah 12.3. It's a fountain of good things to satisfy every thirsty soul, Zach 13.1. It is a treasure full of goods, as Deuteronomy 28.12. Here is unsearchable riches in this Covenant, which can never be emptied, nor come to an end.
Our finite narrow understandings can never apprehend the infinite grace this Covenant containes, no more then an egge-shell is able to containe the water of the whole Sea. Yet it is not in vaine to consider them as wee are able to expresse them,
Our finite narrow understandings can never apprehend the infinite grace this Covenant contains, no more then an eggshell is able to contain the water of the Whole Sea. Yet it is not in vain to Consider them as we Are able to express them,
and goodly orchards, which are farre more excellent in themselves, then when they are seene in the Map. So we can shew you but a little Map of those glorious things which the Covenant containes;
and goodly orchards, which Are Far more excellent in themselves, then when they Are seen in the Map. So we can show you but a little Map of those glorious things which the Covenant contains;
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The time of full discovery is when the heavens come to be folded up, Heb. 1.12. then the promises shall be unfolden, and then wee shall fully see the blessings of the Covenant:
The time of full discovery is when the heavens come to be folded up, Hebrew 1.12. then the promises shall be unfolden, and then we shall Fully see the blessings of the Covenant:
And they shall teach no more every man his neighbour, saying, Know the Lord, for they shall all know me from the least of them, to the greatest of them;
And they shall teach no more every man his neighbour, saying, Know the Lord, for they shall all know me from the least of them, to the greatest of them;
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and that he will put such a feare of him into our hearts, that wee shall never depart from him, Jer. 32.40. To begin with the first, which is the great promise of the Covenant, I will be thy God, Gen. 17.7. Jer. 31.33. This is set in the midst of the promises, as the heart in the midst of the body to communicate life to all the rest of the members;
and that he will put such a Fear of him into our hearts, that we shall never depart from him, Jer. 32.40. To begin with the First, which is the great promise of the Covenant, I will be thy God, Gen. 17.7. Jer. 31.33. This is Set in the midst of the promises, as the heart in the midst of the body to communicate life to all the rest of the members;
As Christ speaking of the Commandements of the Law, calls that commandement of loving the Lord with all our heart, the great Commandement; so may this be called the great promise of the new-Covenant;
As christ speaking of the commandments of the Law, calls that Commandment of loving the Lord with all our heart, the great Commandment; so may this be called the great promise of the New-covenant;
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and marries them to himselfe, and therefore what ever he is in the glory and excellency of his nature, it is all for the good and comfort of his people.
and Marries them to himself, and Therefore what ever he is in the glory and excellency of his nature, it is all for the good and Comfort of his people.
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And God personally considered, as Father, Sonne, and Holy-Ghost, they all enter into Covenant with us, Isai. 54.5. The Father enters into a Covenant with us, he promises to be a Father to us.
And God personally considered, as Father, Son, and Holy ghost, they all enter into Covenant with us, Isaiah 54.5. The Father enters into a Covenant with us, he promises to be a Father to us.
Is Ephraim my deare sonne, is he my pleasant childe? The Lord speaketh as though he were fond of his children, delighting in them, as Psal. 147.11. pitying of them, Psal. 103.13.
Is Ephraim my deer son, is he my pleasant child? The Lord speaks as though he were found of his children, delighting in them, as Psalm 147.11. pitying of them, Psalm 103.13.
he hath a care to nurture and instruct them in his wayes, Deut. 32.10. 2. Christ the Sonne is in Covenant with us, and speakes to us, as Isai. 43.1. Thou art mine: and Hosea 13.14. I will redeeme them, I will ransome them;
he hath a care to nurture and instruct them in his ways, Deuteronomy 32.10. 2. christ the Son is in Covenant with us, and speaks to us, as Isaiah 43.1. Thou art mine: and Hosea 13.14. I will Redeem them, I will ransom them;
as the words NONLATINALPHABET & vir; which signifie not onely a man in generall, but a man with speciall relation to such a woman as he hath by Covenant betrothed to himselfe.
as the words & vir; which signify not only a man in general, but a man with special Relation to such a woman as he hath by Covenant betrothed to himself.
Hence it is said, he is not ashamed to be called their God. Therefore when he had made a Covenant with Abraham, he called himselfe the God of Abraham, and afterwards, the God of Isaac, the God of Jacob, the God of Israel. As a woman may say of him to whom shee is married, this man is my husband;
Hence it is said, he is not ashamed to be called their God. Therefore when he had made a Covenant with Abraham, he called himself the God of Abraham, and afterwards, the God of Isaac, the God of Jacob, the God of Israel. As a woman may say of him to whom she is married, this man is my husband;
He doth not onely shew himselfe unto them, but communicate himselfe unto them. Hence it is said, 1 Joh. 1.3. Wee have fellowship with the Father, &c. and Christ is said to come and sup with them, Rev. 3.20. and to kisse them with the kisses of his mouth, Cant. 1.1, 2. And to be neare to them in all that they call upon him for, Deut. 4.7.
He does not only show himself unto them, but communicate himself unto them. Hence it is said, 1 John 1.3. we have fellowship with the Father, etc. and christ is said to come and sup with them, Rev. 3.20. and to kiss them with the Kisses of his Mouth, Cant 1.1, 2. And to be near to them in all that they call upon him for, Deuteronomy 4.7.
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This may let us see the abundant grace of God towards us in this promise of the covenant, that hee is pleased to become our God, this may be the wonder of the whole world, that which Heaven & Earth, Angels and Men, may stand astonied at, that the high God should enter into a covenant with us to become our God.
This may let us see the abundant grace of God towards us in this promise of the Covenant, that he is pleased to become our God, this may be the wonder of the Whole world, that which Heaven & Earth, Angels and Men, may stand astonished At, that the high God should enter into a Covenant with us to become our God.
It was no small thing that the Lord would at first enter into covenant with Adam, though carrying upon him then the lively image and representation of Gods holinesse,
It was no small thing that the Lord would At First enter into Covenant with Adam, though carrying upon him then the lively image and representation of God's holiness,
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yet this was lesse wonderfull, a righteous God to be in covenant with righteous man, the holy God to be in covenant with man indued with the like holinesse:
yet this was less wonderful, a righteous God to be in Covenant with righteous man, the holy God to be in Covenant with man endued with the like holiness:
Thirdly, it is more grace still, because his entring into this covenant with us, his bestowing of this grace, is of himselfe onely, of his own good will and pleasure, without our seeking or enquiring for him.
Thirdly, it is more grace still, Because his entering into this Covenant with us, his bestowing of this grace, is of himself only, of his own good will and pleasure, without our seeking or inquiring for him.
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To teach us all that doe heare of the covenant, and of the rich and abundant blessing that is enjoyed thereby, to give up our selves wholly and onely unto God, who hath given himselfe wholly and onely to those that are in covenant with him;
To teach us all that do hear of the Covenant, and of the rich and abundant blessing that is enjoyed thereby, to give up our selves wholly and only unto God, who hath given himself wholly and only to those that Are in Covenant with him;
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To teach us in all our straits and necessities, to flie unto this covenant that the Lord hath made with us, to claim the right and interest that we have in him,
To teach us in all our straits and necessities, to fly unto this Covenant that the Lord hath made with us, to claim the right and Interest that we have in him,
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Look unto this promise, I will be a God unto thee. This course the Church taketh, Isai. 63.15.16. and by vertue of his covenant they plead for mercy in their great misery.
Look unto this promise, I will be a God unto thee. This course the Church Takes, Isaiah 63.15.16. and by virtue of his Covenant they plead for mercy in their great misery.
Doubtlesse thou art our Father, look down, &c. This also the Church pleads with God in time of famine, Jer. 14.21. Break not covenant with us, it is thou the Lord our God that must give rain, &c. This is a sweet plea for every child of God to plead with the Lord by.
Doubtless thou art our Father, look down, etc. This also the Church pleads with God in time of famine, Jer. 14.21. Break not Covenant with us, it is thou the Lord our God that must give rain, etc. This is a sweet plea for every child of God to plead with the Lord by.
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To teach us how we ought to walk in an holy fellowship with God without estrangednesse, seeing he hath made a covenant with us, and given himselfe to us.
To teach us how we ought to walk in an holy fellowship with God without estrangedness, seeing he hath made a Covenant with us, and given himself to us.
he deales lovingly, kindly, and mercifully with us, and therefore expostulates with his people, Micah 6.3. Wherein have I grieved thee? Lay against me the matter of accusation.
he deals lovingly, kindly, and mercifully with us, and Therefore expostulates with his people, micah 6.3. Wherein have I grieved thee? Lay against me the matter of accusation.
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But let us labour so to walk in all holy fellowship and care to please him, in reverence and feare of him, that we may not doe any thing but that which is acceptable in his sight.
But let us labour so to walk in all holy fellowship and care to please him, in Reverence and Fear of him, that we may not do any thing but that which is acceptable in his sighed.
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Let us labour to honour the Son, who hath abased himselfe to redeem us unto himselfe, 1 Cor. 6. last. And seeing the holy Ghost is our Sanctifier and Comforter, labour to walk as the Temples of the holy Ghost, keeping our vessels in holinesse and honour, that he may delight to dwell in us,
Let us labour to honour the Son, who hath abased himself to Redeem us unto himself, 1 Cor. 6. last. And seeing the holy Ghost is our Sanctifier and Comforter, labour to walk as the Temples of the holy Ghost, keeping our vessels in holiness and honour, that he may delight to dwell in us,
A ground of infinite comfort to every faithfull soule, thou mayst say, the Lord is my God, hee is my own. It is somewhat to say, we have an house of our own, necessaries of our own, bread of our own to eat, cloathes of our own to put on,
A ground of infinite Comfort to every faithful soul, thou Mayest say, the Lord is my God, he is my own. It is somewhat to say, we have an house of our own, necessaries of our own, bred of our own to eat, clothes of our own to put on,
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It is the misery of the men of the world, that they are forced to speak of God as of the God of another people, as Laban, Gen. 31.29. The God of your Fathers; and Pharaoh, Exod. 10.16. Pray to the Lord your God, &c. They cannot speak of God as their own God.
It is the misery of the men of the world, that they Are forced to speak of God as of the God of Another people, as Laban, Gen. 31.29. The God of your Father's; and Pharaoh, Exod 10.16. prey to the Lord your God, etc. They cannot speak of God as their own God.
All the nations of the earth are as the drop of a bucket unto him, yea as nothing, Isai. 40.12.15, 17. All the great things which the world admires at,
All the Nations of the earth Are as the drop of a bucket unto him, yea as nothing, Isaiah 40.12.15, 17. All the great things which the world admires At,
And therefore God being so infinite, what an infinite blessing is it to have him for our God? In Gen. 15. Abraham asketh God, Lord, what wilt thou give mee? The Lord answers him, I will give thee my selfe, take me as thine, use me as thine.
And Therefore God being so infinite, what an infinite blessing is it to have him for our God? In Gen. 15. Abraham asks God, Lord, what wilt thou give me? The Lord answers him, I will give thee my self, take me as thine, use me as thine.
But because this is the main and principall Promise of the covenant, being Substantia foederis, as Junius call it, Anima foederis, as Paraeus, Caput foederis, as Musculus calls it,
But Because this is the main and principal Promise of the Covenant, being Substance Fœderis, as Junius call it, Anima Fœderis, as Pareus, Caput Fœderis, as Musculus calls it,
3. To be God over all, to have dominion and soveraignty over all, as Rom. 9. To apply these things to the point in hand, That God will be a God to us, implies these three things:
3. To be God over all, to have dominion and sovereignty over all, as Rom. 9. To apply these things to the point in hand, That God will be a God to us, Implies these three things:
And therefore if all the good of all creatures joyned together, were able to satisfie and to be sufficient for a man (as we would think it were) then is God much more.
And Therefore if all the good of all creatures joined together, were able to satisfy and to be sufficient for a man (as we would think it were) then is God much more.
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bread against hunger, drink against thirst, cloathes against cold and nakednesse, houses against wind and weather, friends against solitarinesse, riches against poverty, Physick against sicknesse &c. But God is an All-sufficient good, he supplies all the necessities of his people, he is all in all to them, he is habitation to them, he is life, &c. he doth good to the inward and outward man;
bred against hunger, drink against thirst, clothes against cold and nakedness, houses against wind and weather, Friends against solitariness, riches against poverty, Physic against sickness etc. But God is an All-sufficient good, he supplies all the necessities of his people, he is all in all to them, he is habitation to them, he is life, etc. he does good to the inward and outward man;
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he is the God of our life, Psal. 42.8. and the strength of our life, Psal. 27.1. He is a quickning spirit, 1 Cor. 15.45. which though it be true in regard of the inward man, which he doth also quicken by his Spirit and grace;
he is the God of our life, Psalm 42.8. and the strength of our life, Psalm 27.1. He is a quickening Spirit, 1 Cor. 15.45. which though it be true in regard of the inward man, which he does also quicken by his Spirit and grace;
Thus the Prophet tells Amaziah, 2 Chron. 25. when he asked what he should doe for the hundred talents, saith the Prophet, The Lord is able to give thee more then this.
Thus the Prophet tells Amaziah, 2 Chronicles 25. when he asked what he should do for the hundred Talents, Says the Prophet, The Lord is able to give thee more then this.
What ever enterprise wee have in hand, or goe about, though wee have mountaines against us, as Zach. 4.7. yet the Lord can make them plains, and work all our works for us.
What ever enterprise we have in hand, or go about, though we have Mountains against us, as Zach 4.7. yet the Lord can make them plains, and work all our works for us.
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This may let us see both the cause and cure of those manifold discontents that we meet withall in our daily course, troubled we are on every side, nothing satisfies the unsatiable desires of our hearts,
This may let us see both the cause and cure of those manifold discontents that we meet withal in our daily course, troubled we Are on every side, nothing Satisfies the unsatiable Desires of our hearts,
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If we did injoy God in our daily conversation, wee might finde a sufficiency and contentment in every estate, as Paul did, Phil. 4.13. & 2 Cor. 6.10. as having nothing, and yet possessing all things.
If we did enjoy God in our daily Conversation, we might find a sufficiency and contentment in every estate, as Paul did, Philip 4.13. & 2 Cor. 6.10. as having nothing, and yet possessing all things.
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We might then say, as Psal. 42.11. Why art thou cast downe within me, O my soule? &c. Hast not thou an all-sufficient good? a God to injoy? Here then is the way to true contentation.
We might then say, as Psalm 42.11. Why art thou cast down within me, Oh my soul? etc. Hast not thou an All-sufficient good? a God to enjoy? Here then is the Way to true contentation.
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It may be a rule of triall, whereby we may in some part discerne, whether we doe indeed enjoy God in the outward comforts of this life, which we doe partake in;
It may be a Rule of trial, whereby we may in Some part discern, whither we do indeed enjoy God in the outward comforts of this life, which we do partake in;
For comfort unto all those that are in Covenant with God, to you I may say as Moses to the people of Israel, Deut. 33.29. Happy art thou, O Israel, who is like unto thee, O people saved by the Lord? And as David, Psal. 33.12. Blessed is the Nation whose God is the Lord.
For Comfort unto all those that Are in Covenant with God, to you I may say as Moses to the people of Israel, Deuteronomy 33.29. Happy art thou, Oh Israel, who is like unto thee, Oh people saved by the Lord? And as David, Psalm 33.12. Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord.
Let others blesse themselves in their wealth, dignitie, in titles and places of honour, and in their power and authoritie over men, this is a poore and miserable blessednesse;
Let Others bless themselves in their wealth, dignity, in titles and places of honour, and in their power and Authority over men, this is a poor and miserable blessedness;
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Rejoyce therefore in your portion, you have an all-sufficient God to save you from all kinde of evill, to minister to you all kinde of good, to worke all your workes for you,
Rejoice Therefore in your portion, you have an All-sufficient God to save you from all kind of evil, to minister to you all kind of good, to work all your works for you,
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And whence is all this, but from hence, that the fulnesse of God is in that little which they enjoy? There is a full blessing in it, God hath put himselfe into it,
And whence is all this, but from hence, that the fullness of God is in that little which they enjoy? There is a full blessing in it, God hath put himself into it,
And lastly, If Gods servants want at any time, he sees a little to be better for them then more abundance, not because God cannot fulfill their necessitie, or is not willing;
And lastly, If God's Servants want At any time, he sees a little to be better for them then more abundance, not Because God cannot fulfil their necessity, or is not willing;
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so he will be all this to us from himselfe. God hath his all-sufficiency from himselfe, therefore called Jehovah, NONLATINALPHABET, & NONLATINALPHABET.
so he will be all this to us from himself. God hath his All-sufficiency from himself, Therefore called Jehovah,, &.
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I am the Lord that maketh all things, that stretcheth out the heavens alone, and spreadeth abroad the earth by my selfe. There is the force of the promise, that whereas the enemies were mighty,
I am the Lord that makes all things, that Stretcheth out the heavens alone, and spreadeth abroad the earth by my self. There is the force of the promise, that whereas the enemies were mighty,
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therefore his owne arme brought salvation, and sustained his people Israel. The Lord alone will be a sufficient blessing to his people. Hence Isai. 45.7. The Lord saith that he formes light, and creates darknesse, he makes peace, and creates evill.
Therefore his own arm brought salvation, and sustained his people Israel. The Lord alone will be a sufficient blessing to his people. Hence Isaiah 45.7. The Lord Says that he forms Light, and creates darkness, he makes peace, and creates evil.
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Sometimes God so creates evill, that if it be asked whence it comes, or what is the originall of it, we must answer, as Isai. 47.11. we cannot tell whence it cometh, but onely from the Lords immediate hand.
Sometime God so creates evil, that if it be asked whence it comes, or what is the original of it, we must answer, as Isaiah 47.11. we cannot tell whence it comes, but only from the lords immediate hand.
So on the contrary, the Lord so workes from himselfe in the communicating of his goodnesse and mercy to his people, that they may see and plainly perceive, that it is the immediate hand of God, that hath wrought all.
So on the contrary, the Lord so works from himself in the communicating of his Goodness and mercy to his people, that they may see and plainly perceive, that it is the immediate hand of God, that hath wrought all.
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So also with the people of Israel, God suffered them to be hungry, and yet they did not famish, that it might appeare, that man lives not by bread onely,
So also with the people of Israel, God suffered them to be hungry, and yet they did not famish, that it might appear, that man lives not by bred only,
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but by every word of God, Deut. 8.3. Hence is that in Isai. 41.17, 18.20. The Lord will open rivers in the high places, and fountaines in the valleyes, for the poore and needy, &c. And for what end will the Lord doe this? that they may know and consider, that the hand of the Lord hath done this, &c. Thus was the Lord good to the Israelites in the wildernesse, he was all things to them.
but by every word of God, Deuteronomy 8.3. Hence is that in Isaiah 41.17, 18.20. The Lord will open Rivers in the high places, and fountains in the valleys, for the poor and needy, etc. And for what end will the Lord do this? that they may know and Consider, that the hand of the Lord hath done this, etc. Thus was the Lord good to the Israelites in the Wilderness, he was all things to them.
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Againe, they had no ordinary bread for fortie yeares together, and yet they were preserved alive, that they might know that the Lord was the God of their welfare, as Moses saith, Deut. 29.6. Againe, they had no meanes of renewing their cloathing, and yet they wanted not; as Deut. 29.5. Their cloathes waxed not old upon them, nor their shooes upon their feet.
Again, they had no ordinary bred for fortie Years together, and yet they were preserved alive, that they might know that the Lord was the God of their welfare, as Moses Says, Deuteronomy 29.6. Again, they had no means of renewing their clothing, and yet they wanted not; as Deuteronomy 29.5. Their clothes waxed not old upon them, nor their shoes upon their feet.
and they knew not one foot of the way they should goe, therefore the Lord himselfe was a guide unto them, He went before them by day in a pillar of a cloud,
and they knew not one foot of the Way they should go, Therefore the Lord himself was a guide unto them, He went before them by day in a pillar of a cloud,
and in a pillar of fire by night, Exod. 13.21. Therein the Lord fulfilled that which he speakes, Isai. 48.17. I the Lord thy redeemer lead thee in the way wherein thou shouldest goe.
and in a pillar of fire by night, Exod 13.21. Therein the Lord fulfilled that which he speaks, Isaiah 48.17. I the Lord thy redeemer led thee in the Way wherein thou Shouldst go.
then the Lord puts an answer into their mouthes, as Mat. 10.20. So also in the preaching of the Word, the Lord himselfe puts words into the mouthes of his servants, that whereas they may say as Moses, Exod. 4.10. I am of a stammering tongue and cannot speake, or as Jer. cap. 1.6.
then the Lord puts an answer into their mouths, as Mathew 10.20. So also in the preaching of the Word, the Lord himself puts words into the mouths of his Servants, that whereas they may say as Moses, Exod 4.10. I am of a stammering tongue and cannot speak, or as Jer. cap. 1.6.
So also in the comfort and peace that God giveth unto his servants, he giveth it not as the world giveth, by abundance of earthly comforts and outward prosperitie,
So also in the Comfort and peace that God gives unto his Servants, he gives it not as the world gives, by abundance of earthly comforts and outward Prosperity,
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but when all things threaten trouble, yet then he gives peace from himselfe, Joh. 14.27. Secondly, Consider how God is all to his people from himselfe, even in the possession & enjoyment of his good blessings;
but when all things threaten trouble, yet then he gives peace from himself, John 14.27. Secondly, Consider how God is all to his people from himself, even in the possession & enjoyment of his good blessings;
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sometimes the Lord continues to us the meanes of life, and yet so workes and orders all, that the benefit and blessing is evidently seene to come not from them, but from the Lord alone;
sometime the Lord continues to us the means of life, and yet so works and order all, that the benefit and blessing is evidently seen to come not from them, but from the Lord alone;
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The Sunne shineth in the firmament, but we want the heat of it, the warmth and quickning power of it is withheld, to let us see that it is not the Sunne,
The Sun shines in the firmament, but we want the heat of it, the warmth and quickening power of it is withheld, to let us see that it is not the Sun,
Sometimes we carry out much, and bring in little, what is the reason? It is to let us see the truth of that, 1 Cor. 3.7. that it is the Lord which giveth the increase.
Sometime we carry out much, and bring in little, what is the reason? It is to let us see the truth of that, 1 Cor. 3.7. that it is the Lord which gives the increase.
Secondly, Sometimes the Lord gives us the meanes by which we live, but it is in such a strange and unwonted manner and way, that the hand of God is as evidently seene in the giving of the meanes,
Secondly, Sometime the Lord gives us the means by which we live, but it is in such a strange and unwonted manner and Way, that the hand of God is as evidently seen in the giving of the means,
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So Elijah was fed with bread and flesh, which are ordinary food, but the meanes by which he had them were as strange as though he had lived without them.
So Elijah was fed with bred and Flesh, which Are ordinary food, but the means by which he had them were as strange as though he had lived without them.
Thirdly, Sometimes God gives some meanes to his people to enjoy, but the meanes are weake and feeble and unable to worke for our good and comfort, without a speciall blessing from himselfe.
Thirdly, Sometime God gives Some means to his people to enjoy, but the means Are weak and feeble and unable to work for our good and Comfort, without a special blessing from himself.
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their well liking came not from the meat, but from an extraordinary blessing that came from God, Dan. 1. So Gideon must have Souldiers and weapons of warre,
their well liking Come not from the meat, but from an extraordinary blessing that Come from God, Dan. 1. So gideon must have Soldiers and weapons of war,
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so by the ministry of weake man the Lord throwes downe the strong hold of Satans kingdome, to the end that the excellency of the power, may appeare to be of God, not of man, 2 Cor. 4.7.
so by the Ministry of weak man the Lord throws down the strong hold of Satan Kingdom, to the end that the excellency of the power, may appear to be of God, not of man, 2 Cor. 4.7.
as if it were an hundred or thousand-fold more. Thus with the woman of Sarepta, 1 King. 17.14. the Lord increased the meale in the barrell, and the oyle in the cruse, that it failed not, till the day that the Lord sent raine upon the earth.
as if it were an hundred or thousandfold more. Thus with the woman of Sarepta, 1 King. 17.14. the Lord increased the meal in the barrel, and the oil in the cruse, that it failed not, till the day that the Lord sent rain upon the earth.
Thus it was also with the widow that was in debt, 2 Kings 4.3. shee had nothing to pay withall, but a pot of oyle, yet the Lord so multiplyed it, that there wanted not oyle, till there wanted vessells to receive it.
Thus it was also with the widow that was in debt, 2 Kings 4.3. she had nothing to pay withal, but a pot of oil, yet the Lord so multiplied it, that there wanted not oil, till there wanted vessels to receive it.
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The Lord sometimes causeth the little provisions which he maketh for his people, so to last, that they want not meat, till they want bellyes to receive it.
The Lord sometime Causes the little provisions which he makes for his people, so to last, that they want not meat, till they want bellies to receive it.
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Thus also it was with those five thousand that our Saviour fed with a few loaves, Mat. 14. And so also with the Israelites in the Wildernesse, Deut. 29.5.
Thus also it was with those five thousand that our Saviour fed with a few loaves, Mathew 14. And so also with the Israelites in the Wilderness, Deuteronomy 29.5.
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One hath food, so hath another, but one eates and is satisfied, as the Lord promiseth that his people shall be, Joel 2.26. the other eates, and is not satisfied, as he threatneth, Hos. 4.10. One is strengthned, and growes strong to labour, the other is impotent and feeble.
One hath food, so hath Another, but one eats and is satisfied, as the Lord promises that his people shall be, Joel 2.26. the other eats, and is not satisfied, as he threatens, Hos. 4.10. One is strengthened, and grows strong to labour, the other is impotent and feeble.
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For the glorifying of himselfe, to make his goodnesse and sufficiency the more to appeare to his people, that they may know that he is not as man, tyed to meanes,
For the glorifying of himself, to make his Goodness and sufficiency the more to appear to his people, that they may know that he is not as man, tied to means,
and for this very end doth the Lord sometimes bring his servants into straits, beyond the helpe of any creature, that when they are brought forth, it might appeare that it is the hand of the Lord that hath done it.
and for this very end does the Lord sometime bring his Servants into straits, beyond the help of any creature, that when they Are brought forth, it might appear that it is the hand of the Lord that hath done it.
but it hath been by such and such meanes, which have been as a vaile between me and you, that you have not seene my power and goodnesse towards you so clearely,
but it hath been by such and such means, which have been as a veil between me and you, that you have not seen my power and Goodness towards you so clearly,
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So it is here, whiles the Lord comes to us, by so many outward and ordinary means, he converseth with us but somewhat strangely, speaking as by so many Interpreters, by them to interpret his mind and will to us;
So it is Here, while the Lord comes to us, by so many outward and ordinary means, he Converseth with us but somewhat strangely, speaking as by so many Interpreters, by them to interpret his mind and will to us;
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And when the Lords people see this, thereby they know him better, and honour him more, thereby are they forced to say, as Psalm 148.13. His Name onely is excellent, his Name onely is worthy to bee exalted.
And when the lords people see this, thereby they know him better, and honour him more, thereby Are they forced to say, as Psalm 148.13. His Name only is excellent, his Name only is worthy to be exalted.
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and there is none with him, as David was asked, 1 Sam. 21.1. The answer is, because I will not give my glory to another, saith God, but will have my whole glory to my selfe alone:
and there is none with him, as David was asked, 1 Sam. 21.1. The answer is, Because I will not give my glory to Another, Says God, but will have my Whole glory to my self alone:
Indeed during the time of the trials of Gods people, their faith is put to soar plunges, that they begin to question, as they said, Exod. 17.7. Is The Lord amongst us, or not? And are ready to say, as Isai. 49.14.
Indeed during the time of the trials of God's people, their faith is put to soar plunges, that they begin to question, as they said, Exod 17.7. Is The Lord among us, or not? And Are ready to say, as Isaiah 49.14.
Who is like unto thee O Lord, amongst the Gods? who is like thee, glorious in holinesse, fearfull in praises, doing wonders? There is no God like our God, who hath done marvellously for us,
Who is like unto thee Oh Lord, among the God's? who is like thee, glorious in holiness, fearful in praises, doing wonders? There is no God like our God, who hath done marvellously for us,
and now wee begin to be full of cares and feares, what wee shall doe; when our means faile us, then our hearts begin to faile us; yea, and our faith also;
and now we begin to be full of Cares and fears, what we shall do; when our means fail us, then our hearts begin to fail us; yea, and our faith also;
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we begin to be out of hope, and so we doe as the Israelites did, who though (when they heard of deliverance) at first they bowed down their heads and worshipped,
we begin to be out of hope, and so we do as the Israelites did, who though (when they herd of deliverance) At First they bowed down their Heads and worshipped,
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But against this discouragement learn we to live by faith in this doctrine now delivered, t•at God will be all things to his people from himselfe alone.
But against this discouragement Learn we to live by faith in this Doctrine now Delivered, t•at God will be all things to his people from himself alone.
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See the speech of faith, Hab. 3.17.18. Though the Fig-tree doe not blossome, nor fruit be in the vines, and the f••ids yeeld no fruit, &c. yet I will rejoyce in the Lord, I will joy in the God of my salvation.
See the speech of faith, Hab. 3.17.18. Though the Fig tree do not blossom, nor fruit be in the vines, and the f••ids yield no fruit, etc. yet I will rejoice in the Lord, I will joy in the God of my salvation.
and what is wanting from the place, shall bee made up from the Lord himselfe, He turneth a barren land into fruitfulfulnesse for his people, Psal. 107. If the places be barren wherein we live, let us be the more humble, the more fruitfull in well-doing, the more diligent in prayer, the more strong in faith:
and what is wanting from the place, shall be made up from the Lord himself, He turns a barren land into fruitfulfulnesse for his people, Psalm 107. If the places be barren wherein we live, let us be the more humble, the more fruitful in welldoing, the more diligent in prayer, the more strong in faith:
And then we shall see, that we abiding with him in the places he hath set us in, he will be with us and blesse us so as we shall want nothing that is good.
And then we shall see, that we abiding with him in the places he hath Set us in, he will be with us and bless us so as we shall want nothing that is good.
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For direction to all such as desire to find the accomplishment of this gracious promise of God to his people, that God will be from himselfe an all-sufficient good to them:
For direction to all such as desire to find the accomplishment of this gracious promise of God to his people, that God will be from himself an All-sufficient good to them:
Imitate the practise of Jehoshaphat, 2 Chron. 20. when hee saw himselfe destitute of help, Our eyes (saith he) are unto thee, O Lord, we know not what to doe.
Imitate the practice of Jehoshaphat, 2 Chronicles 20. when he saw himself destitute of help, Our eyes (Says he) Are unto thee, Oh Lord, we know not what to do.
For comfort unto godly and faithfull parents, that having come over hither, have here spent their estates by which they might have provided comfortably for their children;
For Comfort unto godly and faithful Parents, that having come over hither, have Here spent their estates by which they might have provided comfortably for their children;
What shall parents now doe? What shall children doe? Here is comfort, look to the all-sufficient God, that from himselfe will be all in all to his people.
What shall Parents now do? What shall children do? Here is Comfort, look to the All-sufficient God, that from himself will be all in all to his people.
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It is said of Isaac, that after the death of Abraham God bl•ssed him, Gen. 25.11. If Isaac prosper whiles Abraham lives, he might seem to be upholden by the substance of his father.
It is said of Isaac, that After the death of Abraham God bl•ssed him, Gen. 25.11. If Isaac prosper while Abraham lives, he might seem to be upholden by the substance of his father.
To be God, implies soveraignty and superiority over all, To be over all, as Rom. 9.5. and above all, a• Ephes. 4.6. This therefore is also comprehended in the promise, That hee wil bee God over us and above us, to rule us, to command us, to direct and order our wayes for us.
To be God, Implies sovereignty and superiority over all, To be over all, as Rom. 9.5. and above all, a• Ephesians 4.6. This Therefore is also comprehended in the promise, That he will be God over us and above us, to Rule us, to command us, to Direct and order our ways for us.
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As he wil be above all his •nemies in that wherein they deale proudly (as hee was above the Egyptians, Exod. 18.11.) to breake them in peeces with a rod of Iron:
As he will be above all his •nemies in that wherein they deal proudly (as he was above the egyptians, Exod 18.11.) to break them in Pieces with a rod of Iron:
As a King when he make•h a covenant with a people to be King over them, he then covenants with them to save them out of the ha•ds of all their enemies, to suffer no foraigne power to tyrannize over th•m:
As a King when he make•h a Covenant with a people to be King over them, he then Covenants with them to save them out of the ha•ds of all their enemies, to suffer no foreign power to tyrannise over th•m:
As a man when he maketh a covenant of marriage with a woman, he covenants with her to be her head to rule her, that she shal be subject to him to please him;
As a man when he makes a Covenant of marriage with a woman, he Covenants with her to be her head to Rule her, that she shall be Subject to him to please him;
or as when a man hires a servant, &c. So when the Lord takes us into covenant with himselfe, it is that we shall bee his servants to doe his will, pleasure, and commandement.
or as when a man hires a servant, etc. So when the Lord Takes us into Covenant with himself, it is that we shall be his Servants to do his will, pleasure, and Commandment.
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When Isaac sent away his son Jacob to Padan Aran, hee blessed him; but withall, he g•ve him a charge, Gen. 28.1.6. in both verses, the blessing and the charge are m•ntioned tog•ther:
When Isaac sent away his son Jacob to padan Aran, he blessed him; but withal, he g•ve him a charge, Gen. 28.1.6. in both Verses, the blessing and the charge Are m•ntioned tog•ther:
) that we are obstinate, and our neck is an Iron sinew, &c. and are r•ady to say, as Jer. 2.31. Wee are Lords, wee will not come at thee, we will have none to command us:
) that we Are obstinate, and our neck is an Iron sinew, etc. and Are r•ady to say, as Jer. 2.31. we Are lords, we will not come At thee, we will have none to command us:
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and make us pliable to his will in all things. He will subdue our rebellions, Micah 7.19. He will over-rule our unruly, proud, and presumptuous spirits, and cause us to keep his Statut•s and Commandements to doe them.
and make us pliable to his will in all things. He will subdue our rebellions, micah 7.19. He will overrule our unruly, proud, and presumptuous spirits, and cause us to keep his Statut•s and commandments to do them.
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and to become as other countries, serving wood and stone, as verse 32. yet saith the Lord, it shall not bee so, I will over-rule these sinfull Idolatrous hearts of yours,
and to become as other countries, serving wood and stone, as verse 32. yet Says the Lord, it shall not be so, I will overrule these sinful Idolatrous hearts of yours,
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And this exposition is confirmed by the 34, 37, 38. verses compared together. I will bring you into the wildernesse, and there plead with you face to face,
And this exposition is confirmed by the 34, 37, 38. Verses compared together. I will bring you into the Wilderness, and there plead with you face to face,
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as verse 34. or else it may be extended to the hypocrites and reprobates amongst themselves, whom the Lord would separate and cut off from them, as verse 37.38. God might threaten wrath to them, though he extend grace and mercy to his own people.
as verse 34. or Else it may be extended to the Hypocrites and Reprobates among themselves, whom the Lord would separate and Cut off from them, as verse 37.38. God might threaten wrath to them, though he extend grace and mercy to his own people.
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and over-power their rebellious natures, and make them submit themselves unto him, hee maketh those messengers of his wrath to become meanes of good unto his people;
and overpower their rebellious nature's, and make them submit themselves unto him, he makes those messengers of his wrath to become means of good unto his people;
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he layes his yoak on them to tame their unruly spirits. Thus saith the Lord concerning Solomon, 2 Sam. 7.14. That if he did sin against him, he would correct him.
he lays his yoke on them to tame their unruly spirits. Thus Says the Lord Concerning Solomon, 2 Sam. 7.14. That if he did sin against him, he would correct him.
A father rules over his child•en in love and tender compassion, and yet by reason of their unruly disposition, hee is sometimes forced to shew himselfe angry with them by some sharp corrections:
A father rules over his child•en in love and tender compassion, and yet by reason of their unruly disposition, he is sometime forced to show himself angry with them by Some sharp corrections:
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So it is with the Lord in the rule that he exerciseth over his people. Therefore though we do restraine the wrath powred forth, to be upon his own children,
So it is with the Lord in the Rule that he Exerciseth over his people. Therefore though we do restrain the wrath poured forth, to be upon his own children,
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then he will be God over us, to teach, instruct, and direct us in the way wherein we should walk, that if either ignorance or heedlesnesse doe turn us out of the way,
then he will be God over us, to teach, instruct, and Direct us in the Way wherein we should walk, that if either ignorance or heedlesnesse do turn us out of the Way,
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For look as it is for the good of a people to be under the government of a gracious King, the good of the wife to bee under the government of a prudent husband, the good of a child to be under the government of a godly father,
For look as it is for the good of a people to be under the government of a gracious King, the good of the wife to be under the government of a prudent husband, the good of a child to be under the government of a godly father,
And therefore when the Lord will become our guide to lead us in the way of life, what a benefit and mercy is it? It is a benefit to a traveller that when he is ready to misse his way,
And Therefore when the Lord will become our guide to led us in the Way of life, what a benefit and mercy is it? It is a benefit to a traveller that when he is ready to miss his Way,
then he meets with a guide to direct him, how much more when we are ready to misse the way to eterna•l life? We are as sheep, a foolish creature, which is apt to wander;
then he meets with a guide to Direct him, how much more when we Are ready to miss the Way to eterna•l life? We Are as sheep, a foolish creature, which is apt to wander;
as the Lord speaks, Isa. 51.18. There is none to guide her among all the sons which she hath brought forth &c. They may perh•ps guide our feet, but our hearts will bee erring and wandring still.
as the Lord speaks, Isaiah 51.18. There is none to guide her among all the Sons which she hath brought forth etc. They may perh•ps guide our feet, but our hearts will be erring and wandering still.
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Who can expresse the sweet peace of the people of God, when their hearts are framed to a willing obedience to the guidance and government of the Lord? Whereas when they are led by themselves,
Who can express the sweet peace of the people of God, when their hearts Are framed to a willing Obedience to the guidance and government of the Lord? Whereas when they Are led by themselves,
how many miseries and sinnes are we subject unto? This was their curse, Rom. 1.24. to be given up unto themselves, and then they ran into all manner of wickednesse.
how many misery's and Sins Are we Subject unto? This was their curse, Rom. 1.24. to be given up unto themselves, and then they ran into all manner of wickedness.
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Seeing this is one of the blessings of the Covenant of grace, to have God above us and over us, to guide and rule us, this must teach us when we enter into Covenant with God, not to count our condition then a state of libertie,
Seeing this is one of the blessings of the Covenant of grace, to have God above us and over us, to guide and Rule us, this must teach us when we enter into Covenant with God, not to count our condition then a state of liberty,
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Would wee not wonder to see such a Prince as Solomon, to take his subjects children to tutour them and traine them up under him? Now wee are but poore ants and worms upon earth,
Would we not wonder to see such a Prince as Solomon, to take his subject's children to tutor them and train them up under him? Now we Are but poor Aunts and worms upon earth,
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whither would our unruly hearts carry us, if he should leave us to our selves? Who is there that hath any experience of the sinfull evills that are in his heart,
whither would our unruly hearts carry us, if he should leave us to our selves? Who is there that hath any experience of the sinful evils that Are in his heart,
how is his heart lift up with pride, so that he must have a Prophet sent to him on purpose to humble him? If God leave David to himselfe, to what evills is he not ready to fall? And is there not the same spirit in us? The more contrariety and opposition that there is in us to the will of God, the greater mercy it is that he will be King over us.
how is his heart lift up with pride, so that he must have a Prophet sent to him on purpose to humble him? If God leave David to himself, to what evils is he not ready to fallen? And is there not the same Spirit in us? The more contrariety and opposition that there is in us to the will of God, the greater mercy it is that he will be King over us.
First, Where the Lord sets himselfe over a people, he frames them unto a willing and voluntary subjection unto him, that they desire nothing more then to be under his government, they count this their felicity, that they have the Lord over them, to governe them.
First, Where the Lord sets himself over a people, he frames them unto a willing and voluntary subjection unto him, that they desire nothing more then to be under his government, they count this their felicity, that they have the Lord over them, to govern them.
Thus when the Lord is in Covenant with a people, they follow him not forcedly, but as farre as they are sanctified by grace, they submit willingly to his regiment.
Thus when the Lord is in Covenant with a people, they follow him not forcedly, but as Far as they Are sanctified by grace, they submit willingly to his regiment.
Therefore those that can be drawne to nothing that is good, but by compulsion and constraint, it is a signe that they are not under the gracious government of the Lord God.
Therefore those that can be drawn to nothing that is good, but by compulsion and constraint, it is a Signen that they Are not under the gracious government of the Lord God.
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He cometh to lay waste the whole kingdome of sinne, all must downe, not a stone left of that Babel. The Lord will reigne in the whole soule, he will have no God, no King with him.
He comes to lay waste the Whole Kingdom of sin, all must down, not a stone left of that Babel. The Lord will Reign in the Whole soul, he will have no God, no King with him.
He makes a man undertake such things as his owne heart would refuse and turne from; as Ezek. 3.14. he was very backward to preach to the Jewes, and yet when he saw it was the Lords minde he submitted. So Paul (Rom. 15.20.
He makes a man undertake such things as his own heart would refuse and turn from; as Ezekiel 3.14. he was very backward to preach to the Jews, and yet when he saw it was the lords mind he submitted. So Paul (Rom. 15.20.
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) enforced himselfe to preach the Gospel, yet it was not a constrained force, but the love of Christ constrained him, 2 Cor. 5. So Moses, though at the first very loath to goe to Pharaoh, yet when the power of grace prevailed in him, he contends with Pharaoh as with his equall in the cause of God,
) Enforced himself to preach the Gospel, yet it was not a constrained force, but the love of christ constrained him, 2 Cor. 5. So Moses, though At the First very loath to go to Pharaoh, yet when the power of grace prevailed in him, he contends with Pharaoh as with his equal in the cause of God,
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The kingdome of Gods grace, is called the kingdome of heaven, his aymes and ends are on high, not earthly but heavenly, his government is an heavenly regiment, the Lord governeth the hearts of his people to the same end which he hath propounded to himselfe.
The Kingdom of God's grace, is called the Kingdom of heaven, his aims and ends Are on high, not earthly but heavenly, his government is an heavenly regiment, the Lord Governs the hearts of his people to the same end which he hath propounded to himself.
hypocrites are ruled by their owne spirit, and they never ayme at higher then their owne ends, their owne honour, credit, profit, &c. Though their actions may be spirituall, yet their ends are carnall;
Hypocrites Are ruled by their own Spirit, and they never aim At higher then their own ends, their own honour, credit, profit, etc. Though their actions may be spiritual, yet their ends Are carnal;
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Fourthly, The Covenant of Gods grace causeth the peace of God to lodge in that soule in which it ruleth. Rom. 14.17. The kingdome of God is righteousnesse, peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost.
Fourthly, The Covenant of God's grace Causes the peace of God to lodge in that soul in which it Ruleth. Rom. 14.17. The Kingdom of God is righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost.
Grace and peace goe hand in hand; There is a raigne and rule of grace, Rom. 5.21. And so there is of peace, Colos. 3.15. As under the raigne of Solomon, there was abundance of peace, so there is under the government of Christ, he is the King of Salem. And the more the soule is subjected unto his government, the more peace it finds.
Grace and peace go hand in hand; There is a Reign and Rule of grace, Rom. 5.21. And so there is of peace, Colos 3.15. As under the Reign of Solomon, there was abundance of peace, so there is under the government of christ, he is the King of Salem. And the more the soul is subjected unto his government, the more peace it finds.
First, In the dispensations and administrations of Gods providence, though things goe crosse against us, we meet with many troubles, Gods providences seeme to crosse his promises,
First, In the dispensations and administrations of God's providence, though things go cross against us, we meet with many Troubles, God's providences seem to cross his promises,
Certain it is, that if ever our hearts be out of quiet, it is because there is some sedition and trayterous conspiracy, which hath been rising up against the kingdome of Christ, and this workes trouble;
Certain it is, that if ever our hearts be out of quiet, it is Because there is Some sedition and traitorous Conspiracy, which hath been rising up against the Kingdom of christ, and this works trouble;
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Secondly, As it resteth in peace under the dispensations of Gods providences, so it rests in peace in regard of the spirituall enemies of our salvation, which fight against our soules.
Secondly, As it rests in peace under the dispensations of God's providences, so it rests in peace in regard of the spiritual enemies of our salvation, which fight against our Souls.
Whatsoever threatens our ruine, the soule shrowds it selfe under the wing of the Almightie, and concludes with the Prophet, Isai. 33.22. The Lord is my Judge, he is my King, and he will save me.
Whatsoever threatens our ruin, the soul shrowds it self under the wing of the Almighty, and concludes with the Prophet, Isaiah 33.22. The Lord is my Judge, he is my King, and he will save me.
let them lay this promise of the Covenant before them, and remember what the Lord hath said, I will rule over you with a mightie hand, Ezek. 20.33. Remember the Lord of his promise, and claime it, that it may be made good unto thee.
let them lay this promise of the Covenant before them, and Remember what the Lord hath said, I will Rule over you with a mighty hand, Ezekiel 20.33. remember the Lord of his promise, and claim it, that it may be made good unto thee.
why is it then that these tyrants rule and raigne in my soule? why doth unbeliefe, pride, worldlinesse rule? Thus make we our refuge to the throne of Grace,
why is it then that these Tyrants Rule and Reign in my soul? why does unbelief, pride, worldliness Rule? Thus make we our refuge to the throne of Grace,
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What have I to doe here, that my people are taken away for nought? they that rule over them make them to howle, &c. His meaning is as if he should say, What doe you meane, Aegypt, and Ashur, to trouble my people, that you put me also to trouble in rescuing them? let them alone,
What have I to do Here, that my people Are taken away for nought? they that Rule over them make them to howl, etc. His meaning is as if he should say, What do you mean, Egypt, and Ashur, to trouble my people, that you put me also to trouble in rescuing them? let them alone,
when we are forced to howle unto God, by reason of the bondage of our corruptions, he will set us free, he himselfe will be a God over us, to rule us by his Spirit.
when we Are forced to howl unto God, by reason of the bondage of our corruptions, he will Set us free, he himself will be a God over us, to Rule us by his Spirit.
This being one of the blessings of the Covenant of Grace, to have God to be Lord over us, let us then all be admonished to give up our selves to the regiment of his grace,
This being one of the blessings of the Covenant of Grace, to have God to be Lord over us, let us then all be admonished to give up our selves to the regiment of his grace,
Thinke it enough that yee have spent the time past in the service of sinne and Satan, those cruell Lords which you have obeyed, 1 Pet. 4.3. and now for time to come give up your soules to him, that is ready with stretched out armes to receive those that come to him.
Think it enough that ye have spent the time passed in the service of sin and Satan, those cruel lords which you have obeyed, 1 Pet. 4.3. and now for time to come give up your Souls to him, that is ready with stretched out arms to receive those that come to him.
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nor Devill, nor sin, hath power over him, but God alone? This is even to be a King upon earth, Let every soule therefore be exhorted to come under this government,
nor devil, nor since, hath power over him, but God alone? This is even to be a King upon earth, Let every soul Therefore be exhorted to come under this government,
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if it seeme evill unto you to serve the Lord, then choose you whom you will serve, goe every one and serve his own Idolls, as Ezek. 20.39. and walke after your own counsell, but withall remember what Samuel told the Israelites, that if they would have a King, they should at last cry out for the King that they had chosen;
if it seem evil unto you to serve the Lord, then choose you whom you will serve, go every one and serve his own Idols, as Ezekiel 20.39. and walk After your own counsel, but withal Remember what Samuel told the Israelites, that if they would have a King, they should At last cry out for the King that they had chosen;
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The second blessing of the Covenant followes, which is, that the Lord promiseth to his people the pardon and forgivenes of sinnes, as is expressed, Jer. 31.34. I will forgive their iniquitie, and remember their sin no more.
The second blessing of the Covenant follows, which is, that the Lord promises to his people the pardon and forgiveness of Sins, as is expressed, Jer. 31.34. I will forgive their iniquity, and Remember their since no more.
how can he then be a God to me, or communicate himselfe and his goodnesse unto me so vile and sinfull? Now the Lord in this promise taketh away this objection,
how can he then be a God to me, or communicate himself and his Goodness unto me so vile and sinful? Now the Lord in this promise Takes away this objection,
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I know it, saith the Lord, that thou art obstinate, and yet verse ninth, For my Names sake I will deferre my anger, &c. As if he should say, In regard of thy selfe,
I know it, Says the Lord, that thou art obstinate, and yet verse ninth, For my Names sake I will defer my anger, etc. As if he should say, In regard of thy self,
as sounding forth nothing but Grace and blessing; Grace from God, and blessing to us; Grace from God, according to that, Exod. 34.6, 7. The Lord gracious and mercifull, pardoning sin, forgiving iniquitie and transgression, &c. So it also imports kindnes and blessing to us, as Psal. 32.1. Here is Grace, yea rich Grace in this promise of forgivenesse of sin, as Eph. 1.7. It is grace, because nothing but grace and mercy can forgive.
as sounding forth nothing but Grace and blessing; Grace from God, and blessing to us; Grace from God, according to that, Exod 34.6, 7. The Lord gracious and merciful, pardoning since, forgiving iniquity and Transgression, etc. So it also imports kindness and blessing to us, as Psalm 32.1. Here is Grace, yea rich Grace in this promise of forgiveness of since, as Ephesians 1.7. It is grace, Because nothing but grace and mercy can forgive.
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and yet carry rancor and malice in their hearts, but God forgives, though he hath power to destroy and take vengeance, as Deut. 32.35. He is able to destroy, Mat. 10.28. and yet chooseth to forgive. Hence Exod. 34.6. the Lord joyns these together, strong and gracious, &c. This shews him to be gracious, that he is strong and yet pardoneth;
and yet carry rancour and malice in their hearts, but God forgives, though he hath power to destroy and take vengeance, as Deuteronomy 32.35. He is able to destroy, Mathew 10.28. and yet chooses to forgive. Hence Exod 34.6. the Lord joins these together, strong and gracious, etc. This shows him to be gracious, that he is strong and yet Pardoneth;
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First, consider the nature of sin, which is a kind of wrong doing unto God, there is injurious provocation in it, provoking the jealousie of the mighty God.
First, Consider the nature of since, which is a kind of wrong doing unto God, there is injurious provocation in it, provoking the jealousy of the mighty God.
Wherein doth grace and kindnesse appeare more, then in p•ssing by wrongs? It is an easier thing to shew many courtesies and benefits to one that never wronged us,
Wherein does grace and kindness appear more, then in p•ssing by wrongs? It is an Easier thing to show many courtesies and benefits to one that never wronged us,
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he forgiveth freely, as Rom. 3.24, 25. Being justified freely by his grace, &c. Hence saith the Lord, Isai. 48.9, 11. For my Names sake will I deferre my anger, &c. For my own sake will I doe it:
he forgiveth freely, as Rom. 3.24, 25. Being justified freely by his grace, etc. Hence Says the Lord, Isaiah 48.9, 11. For my Names sake will I defer my anger, etc. For my own sake will I do it:
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The Lord taketh this away, and saith, Come, and remember me now, and tell me what it is that I should pardon thee for, the Lord looketh at nothing in that soule which hee pardoneth,
The Lord Takes this away, and Says, Come, and Remember me now, and tell me what it is that I should pardon thee for, the Lord looks At nothing in that soul which he Pardoneth,
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hee putteth away all our sinnes, old, new, great, small, guilt and punishment, so that the sinnes of Gods people are before God as though they had never been committed, never to be required at their hand.
he putteth away all our Sins, old, new, great, small, guilt and punishment, so that the Sins of God's people Are before God as though they had never been committed, never to be required At their hand.
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The expressions the Scripture us•th here, are very excellent; it is called, a taking away our iniquities, H•sea 14.2. The blotting out of sinnes, Psalm 51.9. taken from debt-books, that when the debt is paid, then they blot it out of their book:
The expressions the Scripture us•th Here, Are very excellent; it is called, a taking away our iniquities, H•sea 14.2. The blotting out of Sins, Psalm 51.9. taken from debt-books, that when the debt is paid, then they blot it out of their book:
and is no more seen, Isai. 14. It is also called, a casting of them behind the backe, Isai. 38. A casting of them into the bottome of the sea, Micah 7.18. that they shall be buried never to rise again.
and is no more seen, Isaiah 14. It is also called, a casting of them behind the back, Isaiah 38. A casting of them into the bottom of the sea, micah 7.18. that they shall be buried never to rise again.
Not meaning as the Familists dote, That there is no sinne which the Lord can take notice of in hi• ••o•l•• but, that though God doe see sinne in them by the eye of his knowledge,
Not meaning as the Familists dote, That there is no sin which the Lord can take notice of in hi• ••o•l•• but, that though God do see sin in them by the eye of his knowledge,
The greatnesse of the one will set forth the greatnesse of the other. Now sin is the greatest evill in the world, and that both in it selfe, and to us.
The greatness of the one will Set forth the greatness of the other. Now since is the greatest evil in the world, and that both in it self, and to us.
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And as for the other, if we consider fin causally, what is it which makes the creature evill (as we read of evill Angels, Psalm 78.49. and of evill men, 2 Tim. 3.13.
And as for the other, if we Consider fin causally, what is it which makes the creature evil (as we read of evil Angels, Psalm 78.49. and of evil men, 2 Tim. 3.13.
Poverty, reproach, sicknesse, &c. these are evils, but they are not such evils as are able to separate us from God, Rom. 8. God was with Joseph in prison, with Jeremiah in the dungeon, with those that wandred up and down in wildernesses in sheep-skins,
Poverty, reproach, sickness, etc. these Are evils, but they Are not such evils as Are able to separate us from God, Rom. 8. God was with Joseph in prison, with Jeremiah in the dungeon, with those that wandered up and down in Wildernesses in sheepskins,
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But sin is as a partition-wall betwixt God and us, it separates betwixt us and our God, Isai. 59.1, 2. Sin breeds an alienation and strangenesse betwixt us,
But since is as a partition-wall betwixt God and us, it separates betwixt us and our God, Isaiah 59.1, 2. since breeds an alienation and strangeness betwixt us,
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and rain to fall upon the wicked and unjust, Matth. 5.45. But so long as sinne is unpardoned, though the things be good in themselves, yet they are not good unto them;
and rain to fallen upon the wicked and unjust, Matthew 5.45. But so long as sin is unpardoned, though the things be good in themselves, yet they Are not good unto them;
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I will curse their blessings, th•ir health, wealth, peace, and prosperity, are as snares unto them to work their ruine, Psal. 69 22. But where sin is pardoned, there is no more curse, Apoc. 22. Then the blessing returnes to the creature, and is in the creature;
I will curse their blessings, th•ir health, wealth, peace, and Prosperity, Are as snares unto them to work their ruin, Psalm 69 22. But where since is pardoned, there is no more curse, Apocalypse 22. Then the blessing returns to the creature, and is in the creature;
the rain is a rain of blessing, Ezek. 34.26. our meat and our talk a blessing, our prosperity a blessing, we are then blessed in all we enjoy, in all we put our hands unto.
the rain is a rain of blessing, Ezekiel 34.26. our meat and our talk a blessing, our Prosperity a blessing, we Are then blessed in all we enjoy, in all we put our hands unto.
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Look upon Cain crying out in the horror of his conscience, My sin is greater then can bee forgiven, Gen. 4. Look upon Saul complaining that God was departed from him;
Look upon Cain crying out in the horror of his conscience, My since is greater then can be forgiven, Gen. 4. Look upon Saul complaining that God was departed from him;
This David found to bee a burthen beyond his strength, he was not able to beare it, Psal. 38.3. A stone is weighty, and the sand is heavie, but sin upon the conscience is heavier then them both, Pro. 27.3. This burthen makes the whole creation to groan under it, Rom. 8. And whosoever hath felt the guilt of his own sin lying upon him, such an one wil easily conceive what a blessing this is to have sinne forgiven.
This David found to be a burden beyond his strength, he was not able to bear it, Psalm 38.3. A stone is weighty, and the sand is heavy, but since upon the conscience is Heavier then them both, Pro 27.3. This burden makes the Whole creation to groan under it, Rom. 8. And whosoever hath felt the guilt of his own since lying upon him, such an one will Easily conceive what a blessing this is to have sin forgiven.
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and iniquity covered, Psal. 32. Now this great blessing God hath promised in his covenant, he will forgive the sin of his people which give up themselves to walk in covenant with him.
and iniquity covered, Psalm 32. Now this great blessing God hath promised in his Covenant, he will forgive the since of his people which give up themselves to walk in Covenant with him.
hee will see no iniquity in Jacob, nor transgression in Israel, he will passe by the sin of the remnant of his heritage, he will remember their sins no more:
he will see no iniquity in Jacob, nor Transgression in Israel, he will pass by the since of the remnant of his heritage, he will Remember their Sins no more:
Secondly, it is the purpose which he hath everlastingly purposed within himselfe, to make his grace glorious in those whom he hath by covenant given unto Christ to be saved by him;
Secondly, it is the purpose which he hath everlastingly purposed within himself, to make his grace glorious in those whom he hath by Covenant given unto christ to be saved by him;
Gods people are called vessels of mercy, Rom. 9. As those therefore which are vessels of wrath, shall be full of the wrath and indignation of the Almighty, to make his wrath known in them:
God's people Are called vessels of mercy, Rom. 9. As those Therefore which Are vessels of wrath, shall be full of the wrath and Indignation of the Almighty, to make his wrath known in them:
Sixthly, The Lord hath not onely promised forgivenes, and spoken it with his mouth, but his act and deed gives us assurance that he will faithfully performe unto us that which he hath promised, his dealing with us doth evidently declare his gracious inclination towards us, and his readinesse to forgive.
Sixthly, The Lord hath not only promised forgiveness, and spoken it with his Mouth, but his act and deed gives us assurance that he will faithfully perform unto us that which he hath promised, his dealing with us does evidently declare his gracious inclination towards us, and his readiness to forgive.
First, His great patience in waiting for our repentance and turning unto him, he waits for this very end, that he might be gracious, Isai. 30.18. Secondly, His proclaiming of his Name, as he doth in Exod. 34.6. The Lord, the Lord, gracious, mercifull, forgiving iniquities;
First, His great patience in waiting for our Repentance and turning unto him, he waits for this very end, that he might be gracious, Isaiah 30.18. Secondly, His proclaiming of his Name, as he does in Exod 34.6. The Lord, the Lord, gracious, merciful, forgiving iniquities;
why doth the Lord thus proclaime his Name, and tell us openly that he is a God forgiving iniquities, &c. but that we might take notice of his graciousnesse towards us,
why does the Lord thus proclaim his Name, and tell us openly that he is a God forgiving iniquities, etc. but that we might take notice of his graciousness towards us,
and might be encouraged to looke unto him for forgivenesse? Even as Kings proclaime their pardon, that they might be acknowledged to be gracious Lords.
and might be encouraged to look unto him for forgiveness? Even as Kings proclaim their pardon, that they might be acknowledged to be gracious lords.
For, first, herein he shewes his love towards us, that he would not have the hatred of any creature to lye against us, no not so much as the displeasure of a weake man;
For, First, herein he shows his love towards us, that he would not have the hatred of any creature to lie against us, no not so much as the displeasure of a weak man;
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how much lesse then will he let his owne wrath lye upon us, which is infinitely more heavie then the displeasure of all the creatures in the whole world? and secondly,
how much less then will he let his own wrath lie upon us, which is infinitely more heavy then the displeasure of all the creatures in the Whole world? and secondly,
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how much more will he forgive us, his compassion being so tender and pitifull towards the worke of his own hands? These acts of his goodnesse doe confirme this unto us, that he is a gracious God ready to forgive.
how much more will he forgive us, his compassion being so tender and pitiful towards the work of his own hands? These acts of his Goodness do confirm this unto us, that he is a gracious God ready to forgive.
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The wicked hypocrite thinkes to escape, by denying his sin, as Saul did, 1 Sam. 15. or by hiding it from the eyes of the Almightie, as they doe, Psal. 94.7.
The wicked hypocrite thinks to escape, by denying his since, as Saul did, 1 Sam. 15. or by hiding it from the eyes of the Almighty, as they do, Psalm 94.7.
But marke what the Lord himselfe saith, Hos. 5.3. I know Ephraim, and Israel is not hid from me. And in Amos 5.12. I know your manifold transgressions, and your mightie sinnes. And in Hos. 7.2. I remember all their wickednesse, saith the Lord;
But mark what the Lord himself Says, Hos. 5.3. I know Ephraim, and Israel is not hid from me. And in Amos 5.12. I know your manifold transgressions, and your mighty Sins. And in Hos. 7.2. I Remember all their wickedness, Says the Lord;
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yea he hath Our sinnes laid up as amongst his treasures, Deut. 32.34. and sealed up as in a bag, Job 14.17. to bring them forth against such Atheisticall hypocrites, in the day of his visitation.
yea he hath Our Sins laid up as among his treasures, Deuteronomy 32.34. and sealed up as in a bag, Job 14.17. to bring them forth against such Atheistical Hypocrites, in the day of his Visitation.
whether pardons from men, or satisfactions from our selves, will not free us from the guilt of the least sin, the taking away of our sinnes must either be by free forgivenesse,
whither Pardons from men, or satisfactions from our selves, will not free us from the guilt of the least since, the taking away of our Sins must either be by free forgiveness,
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but cast away all bonds from them, and will walke at libertie, and will not be restrained, let such know, that the bond of the Covenant (as the Prophet speakes in Ezek. 20.37.) and the blessing of the Covenant, goe together;
but cast away all bonds from them, and will walk At liberty, and will not be restrained, let such know, that the bound of the Covenant (as the Prophet speaks in Ezekiel 20.37.) and the blessing of the Covenant, go together;
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A loose ungodly walking, contrary to the Covenant which God makes with his people, is an evident demonstration that our sinnes are still bound fast upon us,
A lose ungodly walking, contrary to the Covenant which God makes with his people, is an evident demonstration that our Sins Are still bound fast upon us,
When he had before said that he would be their God, now lest any should be beaten off from drawing neare unto him, to renew their communion with him, he subjoynes this promise, I will forgive their iniquities.
When he had before said that he would be their God, now lest any should be beaten off from drawing near unto him, to renew their communion with him, he subjoins this promise, I will forgive their iniquities.
Thinke what the Prophet saith in Amos 5.15. It may be the Lord will be mercifull to the remnant of Joseph, though before in ver. 12. the Lord had told them, that he knew their manifold and mighty sinnes;
Think what the Prophet Says in Amos 5.15. It may be the Lord will be merciful to the remnant of Joseph, though before in ver. 12. the Lord had told them, that he knew their manifold and mighty Sins;
2. When thou hast found out thy sin, goe then before the Lord and confesse and judge thy selfe before him, as Ezra 9.6. Confesse thy selfe worthy to be destroyed.
2. When thou hast found out thy since, go then before the Lord and confess and judge thy self before him, as Ezra 9.6. Confess thy self worthy to be destroyed.
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but together with prayer for pardon, joyne prayer for a spirit of grace and holinesse, to make thee a new heart and a new spirit, that sin may live in thee no more:
but together with prayer for pardon, join prayer for a Spirit of grace and holiness, to make thee a new heart and a new Spirit, that since may live in thee no more:
with 9. Thus come before the Lord, and then, as men that have any great legacy left them by the will of another, they will intreat for it, they will plead the Testament of the Testatour,
with 9. Thus come before the Lord, and then, as men that have any great legacy left them by the will of Another, they will entreat for it, they will plead the Testament of the Testator,
There bring out the words of the Testament, and say, Lord here is thine owne Covenant and promise, hold the Lord fast to his promise which he hath made,
There bring out the words of the Testament, and say, Lord Here is thine own Covenant and promise, hold the Lord fast to his promise which he hath made,
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and plead with him, and say, Lord, why are thy mercies restrained from me? where is thy faithfulnesse? why dost not thou pardon mine iniquitie? Though I be worthy to perish,
and plead with him, and say, Lord, why Are thy Mercies restrained from me? where is thy faithfulness? why dost not thou pardon mine iniquity? Though I be worthy to perish,
For singular comfort to all the people of God, who doe in any faithfulnesse and truth of heart endeavour to walke according to the Covenant they have made with him;
For singular Comfort to all the people of God, who do in any faithfulness and truth of heart endeavour to walk according to the Covenant they have made with him;
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Shall man (saith Eliphaz) be more just then God? shall man be more pure then his maker? Job 4.17. So may we say in this case, Shall man be more faithfull then God, more mindfull of his Covenant and promise then his Maker? No;
Shall man (Says Eliphaz) be more just then God? shall man be more pure then his maker? Job 4.17. So may we say in this case, Shall man be more faithful then God, more mindful of his Covenant and promise then his Maker? No;
if wee be carefull to keepe Covenant with him, how much more will God performe this promise of his Covenant towards us, to pardon our sinnes? If wee be not unfaithfull towards him, he cannot be unfaithfull towards us.
if we be careful to keep Covenant with him, how much more will God perform this promise of his Covenant towards us, to pardon our Sins? If we be not unfaithful towards him, he cannot be unfaithful towards us.
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1. A plainer evidence I cannot give then this before named, scil. a carefull, conscionable, and constant endeavour to walke in Covenant with God, Psal. 103.17, 18.
1. A plainer evidence I cannot give then this before nam, scil. a careful, conscionable, and constant endeavour to walk in Covenant with God, Psalm 103.17, 18.
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till you doe agree to the loosing of the knot, in which you have bound your selfe, chusing to turne back after your former liberties, the substance of the Covenant is not yet broken,
till you do agree to the losing of the knot, in which you have bound your self, choosing to turn back After your former Liberties, the substance of the Covenant is not yet broken,
though some article of the Covenant may be violated. There be some trespasses against some particular clauses in Covenants, which though they be violated,
though Some article of the Covenant may be violated. There be Some Trespasses against Some particular clauses in Covenants, which though they be violated,
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2. An affectionate and cordiall love to the Lord Jesus, who hath washed us from our sinnes in his bloud, is a sure signe that our sins are forgiven us, Luk. 7.47.
2. an affectionate and cordial love to the Lord jesus, who hath washed us from our Sins in his blood, is a sure Signen that our Sins Are forgiven us, Luk. 7.47.
When Christ takes away Jacobs sinnes, he also turnes away ungodlinesse from Jacob, Rom. 11.26, 27. If sin live in us, the guilt of it remaines still upon us.
When christ Takes away Jacobs Sins, he also turns away ungodliness from Jacob, Rom. 11.26, 27. If since live in us, the guilt of it remains still upon us.
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5. An heart willing to forgive and to doe good unto those that have done evill against us, Mat. 6.14. when wee cannot onely forbeare them, but forgive them, and beare a loving heart to them, that have been unloving towards us.
5. an heart willing to forgive and to do good unto those that have done evil against us, Mathew 6.14. when we cannot only forbear them, but forgive them, and bear a loving heart to them, that have been unloving towards us.
and ought not I also to forgive my fellow-servant that hath offended me? Such a disposition of heart is a fruit and token of the forgivenesse of our sinnes, Mat. 6.14. The grace that hath been shewed us in the forgivenesse of our sinnes, workes an answerable disposition in us, making us ready to forgive the sinnes of our brethren.
and ought not I also to forgive my Fellow servant that hath offended me? Such a disposition of heart is a fruit and token of the forgiveness of our Sins, Mathew 6.14. The grace that hath been showed us in the forgiveness of our Sins, works an answerable disposition in us, making us ready to forgive the Sins of our brothers.
when we deale openly with the Lord, freely willing to open all our whole heart before the Lord, discovering knowne sinnes, secret sinnes, the most prevailing, beloved,
when we deal openly with the Lord, freely willing to open all our Whole heart before the Lord, discovering known Sins, secret Sins, the most prevailing, Beloved,
and inward corruptions, willing to take the shame of all unto our selves, and still to be more vile in our selves, that mercy might be glorified in our forgivenesse.
and inward corruptions, willing to take the shame of all unto our selves, and still to be more vile in our selves, that mercy might be glorified in our forgiveness.
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When we can bring out the whole pack, and not keepe a sin back, (so farre as wee know any thing by our selves) but lay all open and naked before the face of God, till there be no more to be found;
When we can bring out the Whole pack, and not keep a since back, (so Far as we know any thing by our selves) but lay all open and naked before the face of God, till there be no more to be found;
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such confession hath a promise of forgivenesse, 1 Joh. 1.9. There may be a forced confession, as was that of Saul, when he was so fully convinced of his sinne, that he would no longer deny it, 1 Sam. 15. And of Judas, who out of extremitie of horror and rage of conscience, was made to confesse his wickednesse in betraying innocent bloud.
such Confessi hath a promise of forgiveness, 1 John 1.9. There may be a forced Confessi, as was that of Saul, when he was so Fully convinced of his sin, that he would no longer deny it, 1 Sam. 15. And of Judas, who out of extremity of horror and rage of conscience, was made to confess his wickedness in betraying innocent blood.
There may be also a formall, superficiall, and partiall confession, when we doe in a generall fashion confesse our selves sinners, which confession hath no promise of forgivenes,
There may be also a formal, superficial, and partial Confessi, when we do in a general fashion confess our selves Sinners, which Confessi hath no promise of forgiveness,
of such an one that can thus come before the Lord in humble confession of his sinnes, I doubt not to say unto him, Goe thy way in peace, thy sin is forgiven thee.
of such an one that can thus come before the Lord in humble Confessi of his Sins, I doubt not to say unto him, Go thy Way in peace, thy since is forgiven thee.
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he would have his grace glorified by us, Eph. 1.6. The Lord himselfe publisheth this as his own glory, that he is a God forgiving iniquitie, transgression and sin, Exod. 34.6. And the servants of God have herein given glory unto him, as Micah 7.18.
he would have his grace glorified by us, Ephesians 1.6. The Lord himself Publisheth this as his own glory, that he is a God forgiving iniquity, Transgression and since, Exod 34.6. And the Servants of God have herein given glory unto him, as micah 7.18.
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Who is a God like unto thee, who passeth by the transgression of the remnant of thine heritage? We should make the praise of this grace to ring through the whole world, that heaven and earth may take notice of it,
Who is a God like unto thee, who passes by the Transgression of the remnant of thine heritage? We should make the praise of this grace to ring through the Whole world, that heaven and earth may take notice of it,
To teach us willingly to become servants unto this God of all Grace, who dealeth thus mercifully with his people. See Hos. 14.5. When the Lord there promiseth to heale the rebellions of his people, by taking away their iniquities from them;
To teach us willingly to become Servants unto this God of all Grace, who deals thus mercifully with his people. See Hos. 14.5. When the Lord there promises to heal the rebellions of his people, by taking away their iniquities from them;
marke what this workes in them, ver. 9. What have wee (say they) any more to doe with Idolls? with our former sinnes? we will serve them them no more, we will henceforth serve thee our gracious God, which promisest to heale all our backslidings.
mark what this works in them, ver. 9. What have we (say they) any more to do with Idols? with our former Sins? we will serve them them no more, we will henceforth serve thee our gracious God, which promisest to heal all our backslidings.
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The Lord having first justified us by his grace, in the forgivenesse of our sinnes, he the• goes on to sanctifie us, that we might be an holy people unto him, to serve him, in holinesse and righteousnesse all our dayes, Luk. 1. When he hath made us imputedly righteous, he will have us inherently righteous also.
The Lord having First justified us by his grace, in the forgiveness of our Sins, he the• Goes on to sanctify us, that we might be an holy people unto him, to serve him, in holiness and righteousness all our days, Luk. 1. When he hath made us imputedly righteous, he will have us inherently righteous also.
Satan had defiled us with his loathsome filthinesse, but so many as the Lord sets apart unto himselfe, to be vessels of honour in his house, those hee cleanseth from all filthinesse of flesh and spirit,
Satan had defiled us with his loathsome filthiness, but so many as the Lord sets apart unto himself, to be vessels of honour in his house, those he Cleanseth from all filthiness of Flesh and Spirit,
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And we are said to be created new in Christ Jesus, Eph. 2.10. because as in our first creation we were then created holy and righteous after the Image of God:
And we Are said to be created new in christ jesus, Ephesians 2.10. Because as in our First creation we were then created holy and righteous After the Image of God:
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as seems good in his eyes, Jer. 18.3. By this work of renovation and changing our natures, there is a new disposition wrought in us, clean contrary to that which was before.
as seems good in his eyes, Jer. 18.3. By this work of renovation and changing our nature's, there is a new disposition wrought in us, clean contrary to that which was before.
yet now we are made to love the Law, and delight in the Commandements of it in our inward man, Rom. 7. The law is not now any more a law without us, to urge and enforce us,
yet now we Are made to love the Law, and delight in the commandments of it in our inward man, Rom. 7. The law is not now any more a law without us, to urge and enforce us,
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but because he sanctifies his Israel unto himselfe, making them holy according to that Levit. 20.8. I am the Lord which sanctifieth you. And in Isai. 43.15. I am the Lord your holy One. And in Habbak. 1.12.
but Because he Sanctifies his Israel unto himself, making them holy according to that Levit. 20.8. I am the Lord which Sanctifieth you. And in Isaiah 43.15. I am the Lord your holy One. And in Habakkuk. 1.12.
but our holy one to sanctifie us. And for the same cause we read of the promise of the Spirit, Gal. 3.14. Because God hath promised to give his Spirit unto those that hee takes to bee a people to himselfe.
but our holy one to sanctify us. And for the same cause we read of the promise of the Spirit, Gal. 3.14. Because God hath promised to give his Spirit unto those that he Takes to be a people to himself.
First, because hee hath for this end chosen them, that they might be holy, Eph. 1. and therefore he will bring them to that estate of holinesse, to which hee hath chosen them.
First, Because he hath for this end chosen them, that they might be holy, Ephesians 1. and Therefore he will bring them to that estate of holiness, to which he hath chosen them.
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Secondly, Christ hath purchased the spirit of grace for us, Joh. 17.19. For their sakes (saith Christ) sanctifie I my selfe (offering up himselfe as a consecrate offering unto God) that they may bee sanctified by the truth.
Secondly, christ hath purchased the Spirit of grace for us, John 17.19. For their sakes (Says christ) sanctify I my self (offering up himself as a consecrate offering unto God) that they may be sanctified by the truth.
Thirdly, hee hath filled himselfe with all grace for that same end, that we might bee filled by that abundance of grace which is in him. Psal, 68.18. he received gifts for men, not to keep them to himselfe alone, but to communicate unto us, that out of his fulnesse wee might all receive grace for grace, John 1.16.
Thirdly, he hath filled himself with all grace for that same end, that we might be filled by that abundance of grace which is in him. Psalm, 68.18. he received Gifts for men, not to keep them to himself alone, but to communicate unto us, that out of his fullness we might all receive grace for grace, John 1.16.
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And therefore Christ is said to bee not onely righteousnesse unto us, but sanctification, because he hath filled himselfe to the end that he might also fill us with his own sanctity and holinesse.
And Therefore christ is said to be not only righteousness unto us, but sanctification, Because he hath filled himself to the end that he might also fill us with his own sanctity and holiness.
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Fifthly, Gods covenant is to give us all things that pertain to life and godlinesse, 2 Pet. 1.4. Sixthly, the Lord is an holy God, and therefore will have those that are in covenant with him, to bee an holy people, Lev. 11. It would be a d•shonor to God to have his name called upon a sinfull and prophane people, Ezek 36.20.
Fifthly, God's Covenant is to give us all things that pertain to life and godliness, 2 Pet. 1.4. Sixthly, the Lord is an holy God, and Therefore will have those that Are in Covenant with him, to be an holy people, Lev. 11. It would be a d•shonor to God to have his name called upon a sinful and profane people, Ezekiel 36.20.
And beside, the end of the covenant betwixt him and his people, is Communion, God takes a people into covenant with him that he might communicate himselfe unto them, that hee might possesse them, and they enjoy him;
And beside, the end of the Covenant betwixt him and his people, is Communion, God Takes a people into Covenant with him that he might communicate himself unto them, that he might possess them, and they enjoy him;
Seventhly, when the Lord gives himself unto a people to be a God unto them, he gives himselfe wholly unto them, keeping back nothing from them which might make them an happy and blessed people.
Seventhly, when the Lord gives himself unto a people to be a God unto them, he gives himself wholly unto them, keeping back nothing from them which might make them an happy and blessed people.
Eighthly, God will be glorified in all his people, whom he takes neer unto himselfe, Levit. 10.3. and in Isai. 43.21. This people have I formed for my selfe, they shall shew forth my praise.
Eighthly, God will be glorified in all his people, whom he Takes near unto himself, Levit. 10.3. and in Isaiah 43.21. This people have I formed for my self, they shall show forth my praise.
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Herein is he glorified, when wee bring forth much good fruit, John 15. and shine forth in good works, Matth 5. and shew forth the vertues of him that hath called us, &c. 1 Pet. 2. In these things God is glorified by us;
Herein is he glorified, when we bring forth much good fruit, John 15. and shine forth in good works, Matthew 5. and show forth the Virtues of him that hath called us, etc. 1 Pet. 2. In these things God is glorified by us;
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Now lest this blessing of sanctification should seem too little to be reckoned among the great blessings of the covenant, let us therfore consider how great a priviledge this is, to be renewed & sanctified by the grace of Gods holy Spirit.
Now lest this blessing of sanctification should seem too little to be reckoned among the great blessings of the Covenant, let us Therefore Consider how great a privilege this is, to be renewed & sanctified by the grace of God's holy Spirit.
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Therefore it is that when Christ converts us from our sins, he is said to blesse us in converting us from our iniquities, Acts 3. ult. It is a blessing indeed.
Therefore it is that when christ converts us from our Sins, he is said to bless us in converting us from our iniquities, Acts 3. ult. It is a blessing indeed.
This is one of those spirituall blessings wherewith Christ hath blessed us in heavenly things, Eph. 1 3. It is such a blessing as makes blessed those that receive it.
This is one of those spiritual blessings wherewith christ hath blessed us in heavenly things, Ephesians 1 3. It is such a blessing as makes blessed those that receive it.
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this is a Crown and Diadem upon our head: and therefore David calls the Saints by the name of excellent ones, Psal. 16.3. Sanctity makes a man to excell himselfe, and preferres him above the common condition of men.
this is a Crown and Diadem upon our head: and Therefore David calls the Saints by the name of excellent ones, Psalm 16.3. Sanctity makes a man to excel himself, and prefers him above the Common condition of men.
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The Spirit of Holinesse is a Spirit of Glory, 1 Peter 4.14. and Grace is Glory, 2 Cor. 3.18. Thi•dly, it makes the Lord to take a delight in us, even as a father doth delight in seeing his own Image in his children.
The Spirit of Holiness is a Spirit of Glory, 1 Peter 4.14. and Grace is Glory, 2 Cor. 3.18. Thi•dly, it makes the Lord to take a delight in us, even as a father does delight in seeing his own Image in his children.
How pretious are thy thoughts to mee, O God? saith D•vid, Psalm 139.17. Whom have I in heaven but thee? And Psalm 73.25. When shall I come and appeare in the presence of God? Psalm 42. Hereby the Lord becomes the God of our joy and gladnesse, Psalm 43.4.
How precious Are thy thoughts to me, Oh God? Says D•vid, Psalm 139.17. Whom have I in heaven but thee? And Psalm 73.25. When shall I come and appear in the presence of God? Psalm 42. Hereby the Lord becomes the God of our joy and gladness, Psalm 43.4.
His presence is sweet unto us, his voice is pleasant, his word, ordinances, and whatsoever else he communicates himselfe in, they are delightfull unto us,
His presence is sweet unto us, his voice is pleasant, his word, ordinances, and whatsoever Else he communicates himself in, they Are delightful unto us,
Thereby he stills those raging and strong lusts, which had wont to disquiet our hearts. While sin raignes, there is no peace, not onely is the Conscience perplexed by it,
Thereby he stills those raging and strong Lustiest, which had wont to disquiet our hearts. While since reigns, there is no peace, not only is the Conscience perplexed by it,
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When God called Abraham to follow him, out of his native Country, this was the promise by which he incouraged him to follow him, I will blesse thee, (saith he) and thou shalt be a blessing.
When God called Abraham to follow him, out of his native Country, this was the promise by which he encouraged him to follow him, I will bless thee, (Says he) and thou shalt be a blessing.
like that girdle which the Prophet speakes of, which was corrupted, rotten, and good for nothing, Jer. 13.7. They are very corrupt, yea very corruption, Psal. 5.9.
like that girdle which the Prophet speaks of, which was corrupted, rotten, and good for nothing, Jer. 13.7. They Are very corrupt, yea very corruption, Psalm 5.9.
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we onely wander away from God, and bid God depart from us, Job 21. Wee have neither will nor strength to doe any thing that is holy & right in the Lords eyes:
we only wander away from God, and bid God depart from us, Job 21. we have neither will nor strength to do any thing that is holy & right in the lords eyes:
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In a word, how great a blessing this is, we may conceive by the lamentable complaint of the Apostle, groaning under the bondage of his corruption, Who shall deliver me (saith Paul) from this body of death? He knew himselfe to be already delivered from the law of death,
In a word, how great a blessing this is, we may conceive by the lamentable complaint of the Apostle, groaning under the bondage of his corruption, Who shall deliver me (Says Paul) from this body of death? He knew himself to be already Delivered from the law of death,
he never said, Who will deliver me and set me free out of this prison, out of these bonds, out of these pinching wants, &c. But that which most troubled him, was his sinful corruption of nature within;
he never said, Who will deliver me and Set me free out of this prison, out of these bonds, out of these pinching Wants, etc. But that which most troubled him, was his sinful corruption of nature within;
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And surely such is the disposition of all those, whose hearts God hath effectually touched with his spirit of grace, that if they had the kingdomes of the world for their own, they could be content, to forgoe all,
And surely such is the disposition of all those, whose hearts God hath effectually touched with his Spirit of grace, that if they had the kingdoms of the world for their own, they could be content, to forgo all,
and if he could not invent them in the shop of his own braine, then he would take them out of Satans forge, by those inventions thinking to make himselfe more excellent then God had made him;
and if he could not invent them in the shop of his own brain, then he would take them out of Satan forge, by those Inventions thinking to make himself more excellent then God had made him;
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and so did wilfully cast away that glory of grace, with which he was clothed, defaced the Image of God which was stampt upon him, bringing upon himselfe a sinfull and shamefull nakednesse, to the contempt of his person before all creatures;
and so did wilfully cast away that glory of grace, with which he was clothed, defaced the Image of God which was stamped upon him, bringing upon himself a sinful and shameful nakedness, to the contempt of his person before all creatures;
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cast off his God that had formed him, setting light by the God of his salvation, chusing to obey the cursed suggestion of Satan, Gods enemy, rather then to retaine his communion with God.
cast off his God that had formed him, setting Light by the God of his salvation, choosing to obey the cursed suggestion of Satan, God's enemy, rather then to retain his communion with God.
Seeing you have thus defiled your selves, you shall never be cleansed, untill I have made my wrath to fall upon you, Ezek. 24.13. It is wonderfull grace, if ever the Lord will returne to such, to renew us and sanctifie us by his grace;
Seeing you have thus defiled your selves, you shall never be cleansed, until I have made my wrath to fallen upon you, Ezekiel 24.13. It is wonderful grace, if ever the Lord will return to such, to renew us and sanctify us by his grace;
The pollution of sinne had not as yet defiled it, there was nothing in it as yet, which should make the holy God to loath the creature which he had made;
The pollution of sin had not as yet defiled it, there was nothing in it as yet, which should make the holy God to loath the creature which he had made;
so that the Lord might say unto him, Depart, depart yee polluted, stand apart, the pure eyes of my holines cannot endure to behold such loathsome filthines.
so that the Lord might say unto him, Depart, depart ye polluted, stand apart, the pure eyes of my holiness cannot endure to behold such loathsome filthiness.
but he takes pitie on us, and takes us and washeth us with water; he washeth us from our bloud, and anoynteth us with oyle, Ezek. 16.6.9. yea and cloaths us againe with white linnen of sanctity and holines, adornes us with ornaments of grace, which are as jewels of silver and jewels of gold, &c. ver. 10, 11, 12, 13. and makes us beautifull by his owne beauty which he puts upon us.
but he Takes pity on us, and Takes us and washes us with water; he washes us from our blood, and anointeth us with oil, Ezekiel 16.6.9. yea and clothes us again with white linen of sanctity and holiness, adorns us with Ornament of grace, which Are as Jewels of silver and Jewels of gold, etc. for. 10, 11, 12, 13. and makes us beautiful by his own beauty which he puts upon us.
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How much more wonderfull is this, that he should take us filthy lepers, and wash us in the waters of Jordan, untill we be wholly cleane? Consider that place in Ezek. 16.9. how the Lord himselfe amplifies this grace towards us in washing us from our polluted bloud.
How much more wonderful is this, that he should take us filthy lepers, and wash us in the waters of Jordan, until we be wholly clean? Consider that place in Ezekiel 16.9. how the Lord himself amplifies this grace towards us in washing us from our polluted blood.
Why doth the Lord so ingeminate, so double and treble this, When thou wast in thy bloud? but onely that we might the more observe his abundant grace towards us in purifying such loathsome uncleane ones as wee are.
Why does the Lord so ingeminate, so double and triple this, When thou wast in thy blood? but only that we might the more observe his abundant grace towards us in purifying such loathsome unclean ones as we Are.
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Doubtles David when he had defiled himselfe by that great and foule sin, he counted it mercy and rich grace to have a cleane heart renewed in him, Psal. 51.
Doubtless David when he had defiled himself by that great and foul since, he counted it mercy and rich grace to have a clean heart renewed in him, Psalm 51.
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and put these garments of grace upon us. We are, saith the Apostle, of no strength, Rom. 5.6. not able to thinke a good thought, nor to will one good desire;
and put these garments of grace upon us. We Are, Says the Apostle, of no strength, Rom. 5.6. not able to think a good Thought, nor to will one good desire;
but it is God that worketh in us both will and deed of his good pleasure of grace towards us, Phil. 2.13. It is not in our willing or running, but in God shewing mercy, Rom. 9.16.
but it is God that works in us both will and deed of his good pleasure of grace towards us, Philip 2.13. It is not in our willing or running, but in God showing mercy, Rom. 9.16.
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the Lord tells his people there, how little helpe they had from any other, when they lay in their misery, there was no eye that pitied them, to doe any thing to them,
the Lord tells his people there, how little help they had from any other, when they lay in their misery, there was no eye that pitied them, to do any thing to them,
The Priest and the Levite, they come and look on, but they passe by on the other side, there is nothing done to heale the wound which Satan by sin had given to our soules,
The Priest and the Levite, they come and look on, but they pass by on the other side, there is nothing done to heal the wound which Satan by since had given to our Souls,
yea though we should wash in Nitre and take us much sope, yet our iniquity would still stand undone away before the face of God, Jer. 2.22. Onely that spirit of life, that spirit of holines, that spirit of power which is in Christ Jesus, that spirit being shed down upon us, that cleanseth us, washeth us, sanctifies us;
yea though we should wash in Nitre and take us much soap, yet our iniquity would still stand undone away before the face of God, Jer. 2.22. Only that Spirit of life, that Spirit of holiness, that Spirit of power which is in christ jesus, that Spirit being shed down upon us, that Cleanseth us, washes us, Sanctifies us;
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or being trained up in the Communion of the Church, and Christian families, neither any nor all these could availe to renew us to the grace from which we are fallen, 1 Cor. 6.11.
or being trained up in the Communion of the Church, and Christian families, neither any nor all these could avail to renew us to the grace from which we Are fallen, 1 Cor. 6.11.
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Justice could have said no other unto us, then as Ezek. 20.39. Seeing you would not obey me, goe therefore & serve every man his Idoll, serve your sin.
justice could have said no other unto us, then as Ezekiel 20.39. Seeing you would not obey me, go Therefore & serve every man his Idol, serve your since.
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When we had turned the glory of God into a lye, and had worshipped the creature above the Creator, (who is blessed for ever) Justice would then have given us up unto vile affections,
When we had turned the glory of God into a lie, and had worshipped the creature above the Creator, (who is blessed for ever) justice would then have given us up unto vile affections,
But here Grace comes in and powres downe upon us a spirit of grace and of sanctification, Zach. 12.10. to wash us from our uncleannes, that we might be an holy people unto God.
But Here Grace comes in and Powers down upon us a Spirit of grace and of sanctification, Zach 12.10. to wash us from our uncleanness, that we might be an holy people unto God.
Here therefore to take an evidence of our justification (standing in the forgivenes of our sinnes) from our sanctification, is not a turning aside from the Covenant of grace, to a Covenant of workes,
Here Therefore to take an evidence of our justification (standing in the forgiveness of our Sins) from our sanctification, is not a turning aside from the Covenant of grace, to a Covenant of works,
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and Sanctification were a blessing of the Covenant of workes, then might it well be said, that to evidence one by the other, were a turning aside from the Covenant of grace to that other of workes;
and Sanctification were a blessing of the Covenant of works, then might it well be said, that to evidence one by the other, were a turning aside from the Covenant of grace to that other of works;
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But when they are both promised, both communicated to us by the same Covenant, there is no colour to charge this way of evidencing our estate, with turning aside to another Covenant.
But when they Are both promised, both communicated to us by the same Covenant, there is no colour to charge this Way of evidencing our estate, with turning aside to Another Covenant.
& make the things holy in themselves, but they are not formally holy, but, (coming from their impure hearts) thereby they are polluted and defiled, Tit. 1. And therefore can have no such power to worke sanctitie in the subject whence they come.
& make the things holy in themselves, but they Are not formally holy, but, (coming from their impure hearts) thereby they Are polluted and defiled, Tit. 1. And Therefore can have no such power to work sanctity in the Subject whence they come.
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2. If true sanctification may be in one that is under the Covenant of workes, then must we of necessity change the articles or promises of the Covenant of Grace,
2. If true sanctification may be in one that is under the Covenant of works, then must we of necessity change the Articles or promises of the Covenant of Grace,
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we must blot out those promises of writing the law in our hearts, and putting a new spirit within us, and all other promises of the like nature, must be rased out of the covenant of grace,
we must blot out those promises of writing the law in our hearts, and putting a new Spirit within us, and all other promises of the like nature, must be rased out of the Covenant of grace,
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And hence it is that in 2 Cor. 3.6. he tells us, that it is the new Testament which is the ministration of the Spirit, by which the Spirit is ministred and conveyed uto us.
And hence it is that in 2 Cor. 3.6. he tells us, that it is the new Testament which is the ministration of the Spirit, by which the Spirit is ministered and conveyed uto us.
5. We are sanctified by being in Christ, whence are those expressions frequent in Scripture, Saints in Christ Iesus, sanctified in Christ, and such like.
5. We Are sanctified by being in christ, whence Are those expressions frequent in Scripture, Saints in christ Iesus, sanctified in christ, and such like.
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6. Our sanctification is called a new Creation, Create in me a cleane hear•, O God, (saith David ) Psal. 51. And in Ephes. 2.10. We are created unto good workes.
6. Our sanctification is called a new Creation, Create in me a clean hear•, Oh God, (Says David) Psalm 51. And in Ephesians 2.10. We Are created unto good works.
And in 2 Cor. 5. We become new Creatures in Christ Iesus. And in Ephes. 4.24. The new man is created after God in holines &c. All which imply, that there must be a creating power put forth to the working of this new man in us.
And in 2 Cor. 5. We become new Creatures in christ Iesus. And in Ephesians 4.24. The new man is created After God in holiness etc. All which imply, that there must be a creating power put forth to the working of this new man in us.
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if we will ascribe such efficacy unto them, as to worke true sanctification in us. 7. We receive the Spirit by faith, Gal. 3.14. therefore not by the workes of the law.
if we will ascribe such efficacy unto them, as to work true sanctification in us. 7. We receive the Spirit by faith, Gal. 3.14. Therefore not by the works of the law.
9. Sanctification is purchased for us by the bloud of Christ. He gave himselfe for us, to purge us, &c. Tit. 2.14. And so in Ephes. 5.25, 26, 27. He gave himselfe for his Church, that he night sanctifie it.
9. Sanctification is purchased for us by the blood of christ. He gave himself for us, to purge us, etc. Tit. 2.14. And so in Ephesians 5.25, 26, 27. He gave himself for his Church, that he night sanctify it.
It presupposeth it I say, because there could have bin no place for a Covenant of Works if God had not first given Adam a spirit of holinesse to enable him thereunto.
It presupposeth it I say, Because there could have been no place for a Covenant of Works if God had not First given Adam a Spirit of holiness to enable him thereunto.
First therefore God creates man holy, and then makes a Covenant with him, requiring of him to work according to that holiness of his nature which he was endued with;
First Therefore God creates man holy, and then makes a Covenant with him, requiring of him to work according to that holiness of his nature which he was endued with;
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But especially consider the proper and immediate worker of our sanctication, which is the Holy Ghost. Rom. 15.16. for which cause the spirit is called the spirit of Grace, Zach. 12.10. and the spirit of holinesse, Rom. 1. Election is the immediate work of the Father, Redemption the work of the Sonne, Sanctification the work of the Holy Ghost.
But especially Consider the proper and immediate worker of our Sanctification, which is the Holy Ghost. Rom. 15.16. for which cause the Spirit is called the Spirit of Grace, Zach 12.10. and the Spirit of holiness, Rom. 1. Election is the immediate work of the Father, Redemption the work of the Son, Sanctification the work of the Holy Ghost.
All the whole Trinity working together in the work of our salvation; yet every one in his owne order. First, the Father elects; then the Sonne redeems; and lastly the Spirit sanctifies.
All the Whole Trinity working together in the work of our salvation; yet every one in his own order. First, the Father elects; then the Son redeems; and lastly the Spirit Sanctifies.
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sometimes said to be redeemed that we might be holy, Luke 1.74, 75. to the end that we might know that our sanctification and renewing unto holinesse doth come from the same grace,
sometime said to be redeemed that we might be holy, Lycia 1.74, 75. to the end that we might know that our sanctification and renewing unto holiness does come from the same grace,
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And if sanctification be not by the Law or Covenant of works, then it necessarily and invincibly followes, that for a man to try his estate in Grace by his sanctification, is no turning aside to a Covenant of works.
And if sanctification be not by the Law or Covenant of works, then it necessarily and invincibly follows, that for a man to try his estate in Grace by his sanctification, is no turning aside to a Covenant of works.
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Thus much we do not unwillingly assent unto, namely that there is a kinde of outward sanctification (improperly so called) or rather an outward reformation, which a man under the Covenant of Works may attayn unto.
Thus much we do not unwillingly assent unto, namely that there is a kind of outward sanctification (improperly so called) or rather an outward Reformation, which a man under the Covenant of Works may attain unto.
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The Law hath a power not only to irritate and provoke the lust that is within, by its contrariety thereunto, Rom. 7.11. but also to curb and restrayn the breaking of it forth into outward acts, by the terrour of it, Gal. 3.19.
The Law hath a power not only to irritate and provoke the lust that is within, by its contrariety thereunto, Rom. 7.11. but also to curb and restrain the breaking of it forth into outward acts, by the terror of it, Gal. 3.19.
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Exod. 20. And by this reformation thus wrought by the work of restraynt, the unclean Spirit may seem to be cast forth, Math. 12. but whatsoever reformation is thus wrought, is as farre from true sanctification, as earth is from heaven:
Exod 20. And by this Reformation thus wrought by the work of restraint, the unclean Spirit may seem to be cast forth, Math. 12. but whatsoever Reformation is thus wrought, is as Far from true sanctification, as earth is from heaven:
so that a man dares not commit the things he would, yet the minde and will is still unrenewed, the frame and disposition of the heart is still the same as it was before;
so that a man dares not commit the things he would, yet the mind and will is still unrenewed, the frame and disposition of the heart is still the same as it was before;
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and therefore this reformation is not true sanctification. That may be by the Law, this is only by the Gospel and from Grace. Object. But in Hebr. 10.29. it is said of some, who in respect of their inward estate never went beyond a Covenant of works;
and Therefore this Reformation is not true sanctification. That may be by the Law, this is only by the Gospel and from Grace. Object. But in Hebrew 10.29. it is said of Some, who in respect of their inward estate never went beyond a Covenant of works;
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As some men are said to beleeve when the work of faith is really wrought in the heart, who are therefore said to be found in the faith, Tit. 1.13. and 2.2. so others are said to beleeve, only because they make a profession of faith, as Iohn 2.23. Acts 8.13. Simon himselfe beleeved also &c. i.e. he professed to beleeve.
As Some men Are said to believe when the work of faith is really wrought in the heart, who Are Therefore said to be found in the faith, Tit. 1.13. and 2.2. so Others Are said to believe, only Because they make a profession of faith, as John 2.23. Acts 8.13. Simon himself believed also etc. i.e. he professed to believe.
but want the oyle of grace in the vessell of our heart, Mat. 25. 2 There is a sanctification externall reaching to the purifying of the flesh, standing in the observance of the outward ordinances of the Church;
but want the oil of grace in the vessel of our heart, Mathew 25. 2 There is a sanctification external reaching to the purifying of the Flesh, standing in the observance of the outward ordinances of the Church;
and there is another sanctification internall, standing in the inward purging of the conscience from dead works, by which wee are enabled to serve the living God, Heb. 9.13, 14. 3 There is a sanctification to men, making us so to be esteemed by men;
and there is Another sanctification internal, standing in the inward purging of the conscience from dead works, by which we Are enabled to serve the living God, Hebrew 9.13, 14. 3 There is a sanctification to men, making us so to be esteemed by men;
Answ. It followeth not, because there may be some reall work wrought in the soule, which yet may not reach so farre as to reall and true sanctification.
Answer It follows not, Because there may be Some real work wrought in the soul, which yet may not reach so Far as to real and true sanctification.
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Answ. The blood of Christ is taken either Properly, or Sacramentally: Properly, as in 1 Iohn 1.7. where he saith, the blood of Jesus Christ his Sonne clenseth us from all sinne:
Answer The blood of christ is taken either Properly, or Sacramentally: Properly, as in 1 John 1.7. where he Says, the blood of jesus christ his Son Cleanseth us from all sin:
and thus the Water in Baptism, and the Wine in the Supper, is the blood of Christ, Math. 26. 1 Cor. 10. and 11. Now this Sacramentall blood was sprinkled upon them, they were washed with the Sacramentall blood of Christ in Baptism;
and thus the Water in Baptism, and the Wine in the Supper, is the blood of christ, Math. 26. 1 Cor. 10. and 11. Now this Sacramental blood was sprinkled upon them, they were washed with the Sacramental blood of christ in Baptism;
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To conclude, the answer to the place alleadged, the allusion is to that of Moses in Exod. 24.3. to 9. where Moses makes up the Covenant betwixt God and the people:
To conclude, the answer to the place alleged, the allusion is to that of Moses in Exod 24.3. to 9. where Moses makes up the Covenant betwixt God and the people:
there Moses first rehearseth unto them the words of the Covenant, to which they shew themselves willing to assent, verse 3; then having taken order for the killing of the Sacrifice, the blood whereof was to ratify and confirm the Covenant, verse 4, 5. next he takes part of the blood and sprinkles it upon the people, verse 8. using these words, behold the blood of the Covenant which the Lord hath made with you, concerning all these things.
there Moses First rehearseth unto them the words of the Covenant, to which they show themselves willing to assent, verse 3; then having taken order for the killing of the Sacrifice, the blood whereof was to ratify and confirm the Covenant, verse 4, 5. next he Takes part of the blood and sprinkles it upon the people, verse 8. using these words, behold the blood of the Covenant which the Lord hath made with you, Concerning all these things.
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And now the people having thus farre accepted the terms and conditions of the Covenant, and accepted the blood of the Covenant, being willing to be sprinkled with it:
And now the people having thus Far accepted the terms and conditions of the Covenant, and accepted the blood of the Covenant, being willing to be sprinkled with it:
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but yet all this while they were never in truth inwardly sanctified, never washed with the washing of the new birth, Tit. 3. This allusion I gather by the words of the Apostle, calling the blood here mentioned the blood of the Covenant;
but yet all this while they were never in truth inwardly sanctified, never washed with the washing of the new birth, Tit. 3. This allusion I gather by the words of the Apostle, calling the blood Here mentioned the blood of the Covenant;
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And look how the one blood was sprinkled, so was the other; and what sanctification was wrought by the one, the same was also by the other, namely an externall federall holinesse;
And look how the one blood was sprinkled, so was the other; and what sanctification was wrought by the one, the same was also by the other, namely an external federal holiness;
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So that (notwithstanding all that which hath been objected, or can be) this stands good, that sanctification is a blessing of the Covenant of Grace only:
So that (notwithstanding all that which hath been objected, or can be) this Stands good, that sanctification is a blessing of the Covenant of Grace only:
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Ʋse 2. Is our sanctification a benefit of the Covenant of grace, and springs it from Grace? what then can our works of sanctification merit for us at the hands of God? what have wee herein which we have not received? 1 Cor. 4. of his own hand doe we give unto him,
Ʋse 2. Is our sanctification a benefit of the Covenant of grace, and springs it from Grace? what then can our works of sanctification merit for us At the hands of God? what have we herein which we have not received? 1 Cor. 4. of his own hand do we give unto him,
And thus he tells the Israelites, Ezek. 36. when he promiseth them to bring them back into the Land which their Fathers dwelt in (which was unto them a type of heaven,
And thus he tells the Israelites, Ezekiel 36. when he promises them to bring them back into the Land which their Father's dwelled in (which was unto them a type of heaven,
and was therefore called the Lords Land, Hos. 9.3. 2 Chron. 7.20.) he tells them withall, that when and at what time he would performe this unto them, at the same time he would poure out his spirit upon them,
and was Therefore called the lords Land, Hos. 9.3. 2 Chronicles 7.20.) he tells them withal, that when and At what time he would perform this unto them, At the same time he would pour out his Spirit upon them,
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and would cleanse them from their iniquities, vers. 33. sutable to that of the Apostle, Tit. 3.4, 5. he hath saved us by the washing of the new birth,
and would cleanse them from their iniquities, vers. 33. suitable to that of the Apostle, Tit. 3.4, 5. he hath saved us by the washing of the new birth,
And therefore it is, that when the Lord had converted and sanctified the heart of Zacheus, and made him a new creature, hee did withall thus testifie unto him, This day is salvation come to thy soule, &c. Luke 19.9. Some do deny this way of triall, as if no evidence could bee had from our sanctification, till we first know our election and justification by immediate revelation of the Spirit:
And Therefore it is, that when the Lord had converted and sanctified the heart of Zacchaeus, and made him a new creature, he did withal thus testify unto him, This day is salvation come to thy soul, etc. Lycia 19.9. some do deny this Way of trial, as if no evidence could be had from our sanctification, till we First know our election and justification by immediate Revelation of the Spirit:
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if they love one another? Iohn 13. What did Paul mean, when he bids us prove our selves whether we be in the faith or no? 2 Cor. 13. David surely was deceived,
if they love one Another? John 13. What did Paul mean, when he bids us prove our selves whither we be in the faith or no? 2 Cor. 13. David surely was deceived,
if so be no knowledge of our good estate may be gathered hereby? Yea, to what end did Iohn lay down all those signes and tokens of a blessed estate, which are scattered here and there through the whole first Epistle? his scope in that Epistle being this,
if so be no knowledge of our good estate may be gathered hereby? Yea, to what end did John lay down all those Signs and tokens of a blessed estate, which Are scattered Here and there through the Whole First Epistle? his scope in that Epistle being this,
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and in verse 29. Know yee that he which doth righteousnesse is borne of him; and in Chap. 3.7. hee that doth righteousnesse (walking in the righteousnesse of a good conscience, and upright conversation) is righteous (namely by imputation) even as Christ is righteous; and in verse 9.10. he that is borne of God sinneth not:
and in verse 29. Know ye that he which does righteousness is born of him; and in Chap. 3.7. he that does righteousness (walking in the righteousness of a good conscience, and upright Conversation) is righteous (namely by imputation) even as christ is righteous; and in verse 9.10. he that is born of God Sinneth not:
But the work of the Spirit is to make known and manifest unto us the things that are given us of God, 1 Cor. 2. So long as the Fathers work of election stands alone,
But the work of the Spirit is to make known and manifest unto us the things that Are given us of God, 1 Cor. 2. So long as the Father's work of election Stands alone,
and is not accompanied with the work of redemption and sanctification, his electing of us is so hidden in his own bosome, that none can tell what he will doe with any of the sonnes of men,
and is not accompanied with the work of redemption and sanctification, his electing of us is so hidden in his own bosom, that none can tell what he will do with any of the Sons of men,
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But when the sonne comes and layes down his life for mans redemption, hee doth thereby bring to light the Fathers intention thus farre, that it is now known that certainly there be some whom the Lord will save:
But when the son comes and lays down his life for men redemption, he does thereby bring to Light the Father's intention thus Far, that it is now known that Certainly there be Some whom the Lord will save:
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these have the seale and marke of God upon them, whereby they are known to bee the sheep for which Christ laid down his life, according to the counsell and will of the Father; Even as in Matth. 3.17. when the Spirit came down upon Christ, then God witnessed, This is my beloved Sonne:
these have the seal and mark of God upon them, whereby they Are known to be the sheep for which christ laid down his life, according to the counsel and will of the Father; Even as in Matthew 3.17. when the Spirit Come down upon christ, then God witnessed, This is my Beloved Son:
Answ. This is not the meaning of the Apostle, as is evident to any one that with attention doth observe the scope and manner of the Apostles writing: The matter stands thus;
Answer This is not the meaning of the Apostle, as is evident to any one that with attention does observe the scope and manner of the Apostles writing: The matter Stands thus;
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and in word, saying, Lord, Lord, but not doing his will, against these I say, the Apostle opposeth these others which had the true work of sanctification in their heart,
and in word, saying, Lord, Lord, but not doing his will, against these I say, the Apostle Opposeth these Others which had the true work of sanctification in their heart,
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Thus by these expressions taken out of the Apostles own mouth, we see clearely who they are whom the Apostle meaneth by this (we) namely, not we onely who have received that immediate witnesse of the Spirit, assuring us of our election and justification,
Thus by these expressions taken out of the Apostles own Mouth, we see clearly who they Are whom the Apostle means by this (we) namely, not we only who have received that immediate witness of the Spirit, assuring us of our election and justification,
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Quest. But some may say, why should we goe about to evidence our justification by our sanctification, rather then our sanctification by our justification?
Quest. But Some may say, why should we go about to evidence our justification by our sanctification, rather then our sanctification by our justification?
for which cause he is called the Spirit of Revelation, &c. Eph. 1.17. Secondly, because our sanctification is a work within us, wrought in out own hearts;
for which cause he is called the Spirit of Revelation, etc. Ephesians 1.17. Secondly, Because our sanctification is a work within us, wrought in out own hearts;
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But this makes for us, not against us, Though this withall is to be considered, that faith being as the root of all other Graces, is more hidden then they are,
But this makes for us, not against us, Though this withal is to be considered, that faith being as the root of all other Graces, is more hidden then they Are,
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And it is a possible way, in as much as our sanctification is more evident then our justification, this being an act of God without us as was said before,
And it is a possible Way, in as much as our sanctification is more evident then our justification, this being an act of God without us as was said before,
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Would we then know whether we be of the number of those that are saved by the blood of the Covenant? we need not for this ascend up into heaven, to search the book of Gods election,
Would we then know whither we be of the number of those that Are saved by the blood of the Covenant? we need not for this ascend up into heaven, to search the book of God's election,
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Blessed therefore are they which are undefiled in their way (saith David) which walk in the Law of the Lord, Psal. 119.1. Blessed are the pure in heart, Matth. 5.8. Those that have innocent hands, and a pure heart, shall surely ascend into the mountaine of the Lord and stand in his holy place, Psal. 24.3, 4. Such as these shall never be moved or confounded, Psal. 15. end.
Blessed Therefore Are they which Are undefiled in their Way (Says David) which walk in the Law of the Lord, Psalm 119.1. Blessed Are the pure in heart, Matthew 5.8. Those that have innocent hands, and a pure heart, shall surely ascend into the mountain of the Lord and stand in his holy place, Psalm 24.3, 4. Such as these shall never be moved or confounded, Psalm 15. end.
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It goes over the whole man, soule body and spirit, 1 Thes. 5.23. and therefore compared to leaven: Matth. 13.33. which runnes through the dough till all bee leavened.
It Goes over the Whole man, soul body and Spirit, 1 Thebes 5.23. and Therefore compared to leaven: Matthew 13.33. which runs through the dough till all be leavened.
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Both body and spirit are Gods, set to doe the things that please him, by which he may be glorified: 1 Cor. 6. all that is within us and without, us is imployed to praise God.
Both body and Spirit Are God's, Set to do the things that please him, by which he may be glorified: 1 Cor. 6. all that is within us and without, us is employed to praise God.
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2. True Sanctification as it doth sanctifie the whole man, so it doth forme the heart to a closing with the whole will of God without exception or reservation:
2. True Sanctification as it does sanctify the Whole man, so it does Form the heart to a closing with the Whole will of God without exception or reservation:
and desires to keep a cleare conscience towards both, Acts 24.16. It is but false sanctification which neglects either of these duties, or any part of them;
and Desires to keep a clear conscience towards both, Acts 24.16. It is but false sanctification which neglects either of these duties, or any part of them;
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such an heart the Lord requires, Deut. 5.29. and such he works, where he works Grace in truth, 2 King. 23.25. 3. True sanctification will never suffer the soule to finde rest and peace, but only in the way which is called holy:
such an heart the Lord requires, Deuteronomy 5.29. and such he works, where he works Grace in truth, 2 King. 23.25. 3. True sanctification will never suffer the soul to find rest and peace, but only in the Way which is called holy:
When therefore the heart sinnes and finds rest in it, and is not labouring to work out the corruption which is within, this is an evill sign and dangerous;
When Therefore the heart Sins and finds rest in it, and is not labouring to work out the corruption which is within, this is an evil Signen and dangerous;
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But when we are grieved for the evill which is in us, when our sinne is counted our misery, making us lament with Paul and say O miserable man that I am &c. and that not only as it troubles the conscience,
But when we Are grieved for the evil which is in us, when our sin is counted our misery, making us lament with Paul and say Oh miserable man that I am etc. and that not only as it Troubles the conscience,
4. True sanctification will make us most wary and watchfull against those sinnes which doe most staine our holy profession and blemish the glory of Christ,
4. True sanctification will make us most wary and watchful against those Sins which do most stain our holy profession and blemish the glory of christ,
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If we get riches, we grow rich for God, to honour God with our riches, Prov. 3.9. Our whole life is for God, Rom. 14.6. This is a sanctified disposition, when it is thus with us:
If we get riches, we grow rich for God, to honour God with our riches, Curae 3.9. Our Whole life is for God, Rom. 14.6. This is a sanctified disposition, when it is thus with us:
but to love them inwardly, and that not for any other respect but for the grace which is in them, this is from a sutable Spirit of grace working in our selves:
but to love them inwardly, and that not for any other respect but for the grace which is in them, this is from a suitable Spirit of grace working in our selves:
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and Psal. 119. Come unto mee all yee that feare God &c. and away from me ye wicked, &c. 6. True sanctification makes us aspire after communion and fellowship with God himselfe;
and Psalm 119. Come unto me all ye that Fear God etc. and away from me you wicked, etc. 6. True sanctification makes us aspire After communion and fellowship with God himself;
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God only doth fill and satisfie the soule that is sanctified; See Ier. 50.4. There you shall see the children of Israel and children of Iudah together comming to Ierusalem the place of Gods worship;
God only does fill and satisfy the soul that is sanctified; See Jeremiah 50.4. There you shall see the children of Israel and children of Iudah together coming to Ierusalem the place of God's worship;
Whom? there are Angels, there are Saints, the Spirits of just and perfect men, Hebr. 12. Are all these nothing with David? These were in heaven, and are also in earth:
Whom? there Are Angels, there Are Saints, the Spirits of just and perfect men, Hebrew 12. are all these nothing with David? These were in heaven, and Are also in earth:
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and communion with all the company of Saints and Angels there, yet if it should not there enjoy God, it would say, I finde not him whom my soule loveth and longeth for;
and communion with all the company of Saints and Angels there, yet if it should not there enjoy God, it would say, I find not him whom my soul loves and Longeth for;
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others there are which are ever wanting, ever craving & begging, as men that are made up of wants, seeing such abundance of corruption in themselves, that it makes them to abhorre themselves when they come before God;
Others there Are which Are ever wanting, ever craving & begging, as men that Are made up of Wants, seeing such abundance of corruption in themselves, that it makes them to abhor themselves when they come before God;
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only this they doe, they are still purging themselves in that fountaine of Grace, Zach. 13. seeking to grow up to full holinesse in his feare, 2 Cor. 7.1. These are sanctified soules, such Christ pronounceth blessed;
only this they do, they Are still purging themselves in that fountain of Grace, Zach 13. seeking to grow up to full holiness in his Fear, 2 Cor. 7.1. These Are sanctified Souls, such christ pronounceth blessed;
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Blessed are the poore in Spirit, Blessed are these that thus hunger and thirst after righteousnesse. Matth. 5. 8. There bee sundry sanctified affections and dispositions, which doe shew forth true sanctification were it is: As
Blessed Are the poor in Spirit, Blessed Are these that thus hunger and thirst After righteousness. Matthew 5. 8. There be sundry sanctified affections and dispositions, which do show forth true sanctification were it is: As
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when godlinesse and Grace with losse accompanying them, are chosen and preferred before riches and treasures of the world, doing as Moses who chose affliction, rather then the treasures of Aegypt, Heb. 11. and David who said of himselfe, I have chosen the way of thy precepts, &c. What ever befall us, this is our resolution, in this way I will live, in this I will die.
when godliness and Grace with loss accompanying them, Are chosen and preferred before riches and treasures of the world, doing as Moses who chosen affliction, rather then the treasures of Egypt, Hebrew 11. and David who said of himself, I have chosen the Way of thy Precepts, etc. What ever befall us, this is our resolution, in this Way I will live, in this I will die.
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those that are after the flesh, they take thought for the flesh to fulfill the lusts of it, Rom. 13. but those that are after the spirit, they take thought for the things of Christ, Phil. 2.
those that Are After the Flesh, they take Thought for the Flesh to fulfil the Lustiest of it, Rom. 13. but those that Are After the Spirit, they take Thought for the things of christ, Philip 2.
Fourthly, an holy zeale and earnestnesse for good, to be active and working for Christ, with an holy emulation and contention of Spirit, being provoked thereto not only by the zeale of others,
Fourthly, an holy zeal and earnestness for good, to be active and working for christ, with an holy emulation and contention of Spirit, being provoked thereto not only by the zeal of Others,
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God hath promised, That he will poure clean water upon them, and will cleanse them from all their filthinesse, Ezek. 3.25. He hath said, he will wash away the filthinesse of the daughters of Zion, that they may be cleane.
God hath promised, That he will pour clean water upon them, and will cleanse them from all their filthiness, Ezekiel 3.25. He hath said, he will wash away the filthiness of the daughters of Zion, that they may be clean.
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Are you then Ieprous and unclean in your own eyes? Goe then and wash seven times in these waters of Iordan, and so your leprosie shall depart from you:
are you then Ieprous and unclean in your own eyes? Go then and wash seven times in these waters of Iordan, and so your leprosy shall depart from you:
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Goe to God and plead his Covenant and promise, and say unto God, Lord, thou hast made promises unto thy servants, that thou wilt not only forgive the sinnes of thy people,
Go to God and plead his Covenant and promise, and say unto God, Lord, thou hast made promises unto thy Servants, that thou wilt not only forgive the Sins of thy people,
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we must therefore goe to God for help against all our corruptions, seeking to him by faith in his Covenant and promise, saying as Iehoshaphat, Lord, I am so borne downe by the power of my sinne, that I know not what to doe;
we must Therefore go to God for help against all our corruptions, seeking to him by faith in his Covenant and promise, saying as Jehoshaphat, Lord, I am so born down by the power of my sin, that I know not what to do;
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but the Apostle tells us, that the victory by which we must overcome, is our faith, 1 Ioh. 5.4 Rest upon Gods faithfulnesse for help and strength against sinne,
but the Apostle tells us, that the victory by which we must overcome, is our faith, 1 John 5.4 Rest upon God's faithfulness for help and strength against sin,
He hath promised to poure out waters upon the dry ground, Esay 44.3. where there is no sap, no moisture, no goodnesse, but their moisture is turned into the drought of Sommer:
He hath promised to pour out waters upon the dry ground, Isaiah 44.3. where there is no sap, no moisture, no Goodness, but their moisture is turned into the drought of Summer:
goe thou to the Throne of Grace, lament thy sinfull and wicked heart before God, begge this mercy of him, say unto him, Lord, thou hast promised to give thy Spirit unto such as aske him of thee.
go thou to the Throne of Grace, lament thy sinful and wicked heart before God, beg this mercy of him, say unto him, Lord, thou hast promised to give thy Spirit unto such as ask him of thee.
And in Ezek. 36. compare verse 20. with 25, 26. There you may see that those upon whom he promiseth to poure his Spirit, they were such as had polluted Gods name among the Heathen and made it to be blasphemed;
And in Ezekiel 36. compare verse 20. with 25, 26. There you may see that those upon whom he promises to pour his Spirit, they were such as had polluted God's name among the Heathen and made it to be blasphemed;
2. Consider the freenesse of these promises; come and buy without money or money-worth, Isai. 55.2. drink of the waters of life freely, Apoc. 22.17. 3. Consider Christ forwardnesse and readinesse to give to every one that askes;
2. Consider the freeness of these promises; come and buy without money or money-worth, Isaiah 55.2. drink of the waters of life freely, Apocalypse 22.17. 3. Consider christ forwardness and readiness to give to every one that asks;
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and being by the well side, where was water enough and ready at hand yet she gives it not but stands wondering that he being a Iew should aske water of her that was a Samaritane; well saith Christ, thou denyest me a cup of cold water to drink, being weary and thirsty;
and being by the well side, where was water enough and ready At hand yet she gives it not but Stands wondering that he being a Iew should ask water of her that was a Samaritan; well Says christ, thou deniest me a cup of cold water to drink, being weary and thirsty;
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then we are to give a cup of common water to a thirsty soule? O blessed redeemer, who would not come unto thee? Goe therefore thou that hast denyed the least mercy and kindnesse to Christ in any of his members,
then we Are to give a cup of Common water to a thirsty soul? O blessed redeemer, who would not come unto thee? Go Therefore thou that hast denied the least mercy and kindness to christ in any of his members,
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And as God said unto Iacob, in Gen. 28.15. I am with thee, I will keep thee (saith the Lord) I will not forsake thee, till I have performed unto thee all that I have promised thee;
And as God said unto Iacob, in Gen. 28.15. I am with thee, I will keep thee (Says the Lord) I will not forsake thee, till I have performed unto thee all that I have promised thee;
but I will put my feare into their hearts, that they shall not depart from me: and in Isai. 54.8. With everlasting mercy have I had compassion on thee, saith the Lord thy Redeemer;
but I will put my Fear into their hearts, that they shall not depart from me: and in Isaiah 54.8. With everlasting mercy have I had compassion on thee, Says the Lord thy Redeemer;
And to a tree planted by the river of water, which continually flourisheth, and withers not, &c. Psal. 1.3. and to an house built upon a Rock, Matth. 7. And hence is that glorious triumph of the Apostle, setting all contrary power at a defiance;
And to a tree planted by the river of water, which continually flourishes, and withers not, etc. Psalm 1.3. and to an house built upon a Rock, Matthew 7. And hence is that glorious triumph of the Apostle, setting all contrary power At a defiance;
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Who shall separate us from the love of God? &c. Rom. 8.33. Neither heigth, nor depth, nor things present, nor things to come shall ever separate us from the love of God, wherewith he hath loved us in Christ Jesus; and in 2 Tim. 4.8. Hence forth is laid up for me a crown of righteousnes:
Who shall separate us from the love of God? etc. Rom. 8.33. Neither heighth, nor depth, nor things present, nor things to come shall ever separate us from the love of God, wherewith he hath loved us in christ jesus; and in 2 Tim. 4.8. Hence forth is laid up for me a crown of righteousness:
he will shew himselfe to be both the author and finisher of our salvation, H•b. 12. Arminians and Papists which reach a falling away from Grace, know not the difference between the Covenant of Works and the Covenant of Grace.
he will show himself to be both the author and finisher of our salvation, H•b. 12. Arminians and Papists which reach a falling away from Grace, know not the difference between the Covenant of Works and the Covenant of Grace.
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Their Doctrine of the Apostacy of the Saints, that those that are adopted, sanctified, and planted into Christ, may fall away and perish, is a doctrine contrary to the whole tenour of the Covenant of Grace, injurious unto God, and uncomfortable unto the Saints.
Their Doctrine of the Apostasy of the Saints, that those that Are adopted, sanctified, and planted into christ, may fallen away and perish, is a Doctrine contrary to the Whole tenor of the Covenant of Grace, injurious unto God, and uncomfortable unto the Saints.
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It is true that there is a kinde of seeming holinesse which may be lost, a forme of godlinesse which may vanish and come to nought, Heb. 6.4, 6. & 10.29.
It is true that there is a kind of seeming holiness which may be lost, a Form of godliness which may vanish and come to nought, Hebrew 6.4, 6. & 10.29.
as we see in David and Solomon, Peter, &c. Acts of grace may be interrupted in them for a season, sense of it may be much lessened, power of it weakned, the degree of it abated:
as we see in David and Solomon, Peter, etc. Acts of grace may be interrupted in them for a season, sense of it may be much lessened, power of it weakened, the degree of it abated:
1. God is able to stablish them, and therefore they shall be established He is able to keep us Iude 24. He is able to make us stand, Rom. 16.25. and therefore we shall never be removed nor overthrown.
1. God is able to establish them, and Therefore they shall be established He is able to keep us Iude 24. He is able to make us stand, Rom. 16.25. and Therefore we shall never be removed nor overthrown.
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Object. But this is a weak argument to reason from Gods power to his will. Answ. Then the Apostle himselfe argues weakly, in Rom. 14.4. where speaking of the weak believer, hee saith that such an one shall bee established;
Object. But this is a weak argument to reason from God's power to his will. Answer Then the Apostle himself argues weakly, in Rom. 14.4. where speaking of the weak believer, he Says that such an one shall be established;
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Jachin and Boaz: Boaz signifying (in him is strength ) and Iachim (he will stablish:) these two pillars stand together to establish all those that are ready to fall;
Jachin and Boaz: Boaz signifying (in him is strength) and Iachim (he will establish:) these two pillars stand together to establish all those that Are ready to fallen;
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his power and will stand together to support us. 2. All the gifts of God which accompany salvation, are given without repentance, Rom. 11.29. Hos. 13.14. God never repents him of the Grace he hath shewed to his people that he knew before:
his power and will stand together to support us. 2. All the Gifts of God which accompany salvation, Are given without Repentance, Rom. 11.29. Hos. 13.14. God never repents him of the Grace he hath showed to his people that he knew before:
to teach us when hee hath once brought us into the state of Adoption, to be his sonnes, he will never cease to follow us with Fatherly love, he will never take away his Fatherly mercy from us:
to teach us when he hath once brought us into the state of Adoption, to be his Sons, he will never cease to follow us with Fatherly love, he will never take away his Fatherly mercy from us:
adde hereto that in Isai. 46.3.4. and Mal. 3.6. 3. It would shake the foundation of Gods election, if those that are once sanctified should fall away and perish;
add hereto that in Isaiah 46.3.4. and Malachi 3.6. 3. It would shake the Foundation of God's election, if those that Are once sanctified should fallen away and perish;
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If he hath in mercy drawn us unto himselfe, its a sign he hath loved us from everlasting, Ier. 31.3. our calling and sanctification is according, to his purpose, Rom. 8.28.30. 2 Tim. 1.9. Those that are sanctified, justified and called, are all first chosen:
If he hath in mercy drawn us unto himself, its a Signen he hath loved us from everlasting, Jeremiah 31.3. our calling and sanctification is according, to his purpose, Rom. 8.28.30. 2 Tim. 1.9. Those that Are sanctified, justified and called, Are all First chosen:
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And thence faith is called the faith of Gods elect, Tit. 1. and those that are sanctified are said to be chosen unto it, Eph. 1.3, 4. And why are these things said to flow from Gods election,
And thence faith is called the faith of God's elect, Tit. 1. and those that Are sanctified Are said to be chosen unto it, Ephesians 1.3, 4. And why Are these things said to flow from God's election,
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as being built on that foundation which cannot be moved? And this doth our blessed Saviour make good in that speech of his in Matth. 24. where speaking of the strong delusions and deceits which many should be deceived with, he saith, that those deceivers shall shew forth such signes and wonders as if it were possible, should deceive the very Elect:
as being built on that Foundation which cannot be moved? And this does our blessed Saviour make good in that speech of his in Matthew 24. where speaking of the strong delusions and Deceits which many should be deceived with, he Says, that those deceivers shall show forth such Signs and wonders as if it were possible, should deceive the very Elect:
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as a sacrifice for us, but appeares for ever at the right hand of the Father to make intercession for us, Rom. 8.34. That prayer of his Ioh. 17. which he made for us when he was here upon earth, was and is a testification of the care he hath of us now in heaven:
as a sacrifice for us, but appears for ever At the right hand of the Father to make Intercession for us, Rom. 8.34. That prayer of his John 17. which he made for us when he was Here upon earth, was and is a testification of the care he hath of us now in heaven:
And look what Christ prayed for in the behalfe of Peter and the rest of his Disciples, the same prayer he makes for all those that believe in him through their word, Joh. 17.20.
And look what christ prayed for in the behalf of Peter and the rest of his Disciples, the same prayer he makes for all those that believe in him through their word, John 17.20.
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And if Christ make such intercession for us, we know that he is alwayes heard and accepted by the Father, Joh. 11. It is not possible that those for whom he intercedes, should perish.
And if christ make such Intercession for us, we know that he is always herd and accepted by the Father, John 11. It is not possible that those for whom he intercedes, should perish.
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neither will God depart from us, not shall we (when once effectually called) depart any more from him Jer. 32.40. He will not forsake his people, 1 Sam. 12.22.
neither will God depart from us, not shall we (when once effectually called) depart any more from him Jer. 32.40. He will not forsake his people, 1 Sam. 12.22.
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but now we are under a Covenant of Grace, and are kept by the power of God through faith unto salvation, 1 Pet. 1.5. he had no promise of being kept as we have;
but now we Are under a Covenant of Grace, and Are kept by the power of God through faith unto salvation, 1 Pet. 1.5. he had no promise of being kept as we have;
Object. But we have no promise of being kept in the state of Grace, but onely so farre as wee are not wanting to our selves, &c. Answ. 1. If so, no flesh should bee saved;
Object. But we have no promise of being kept in the state of Grace, but only so Far as we Are not wanting to our selves, etc. Answer 1. If so, no Flesh should be saved;
2. If this were all that God promised unto us now under Grace, then I demand, what have we promised to us more then was promised to Adam? for surely if Adam had not been wanting to himselfe, he should have continued still in that holy estate;
2. If this were all that God promised unto us now under Grace, then I demand, what have we promised to us more then was promised to Adam? for surely if Adam had not been wanting to himself, he should have continued still in that holy estate;
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they feare to be deprived, Heb. 4.1. This feare makes them pray, knit my heart unto thee, and to resolve with David, It is good for me to draw nigh unto God, Psal. 73. And thus in Ier. 32.39. I will give them one heart that they shall feare me for ever.
they Fear to be deprived, Hebrew 4.1. This Fear makes them pray, knit my heart unto thee, and to resolve with David, It is good for me to draw High unto God, Psalm 73. And thus in Jeremiah 32.39. I will give them one heart that they shall Fear me for ever.
yet they can no more cease to feare God, and to cleave unto him, then this promise of God can faile, wherein hee hath said, I will give them an heart to feare me for ever.
yet they can no more cease to Fear God, and to cleave unto him, then this promise of God can fail, wherein he hath said, I will give them an heart to Fear me for ever.
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Namely, because the Apostle in writing to visible Churches, hee knew that in all such Churches there were some, that though they made as faire profession as the rest,
Namely, Because the Apostle in writing to visible Churches, he knew that in all such Churches there were Some, that though they made as fair profession as the rest,
if yee be truly grounded on Christ and so continue, then shall yee be presented blamelesse, &c. Col. 1.22, 23. but this doth nothing at all tend to weaken the assurance of those that are truly called and sanctified. The other is this;
if ye be truly grounded on christ and so continue, then shall ye be presented blameless, etc. Col. 1.22, 23. but this does nothing At all tend to weaken the assurance of those that Are truly called and sanctified. The other is this;
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These conditionall expressions have in them the force of a secret warning and quickning exhortation for every one that standeth or thinks that he standeth to take heed lest he fall;
These conditional expressions have in them the force of a secret warning and quickening exhortation for every one that Stands or thinks that he Stands to take heed lest he fallen;
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Instrument in the Cause of Gods truth, that in the comparing and compounding of these conditionall promises with the absolute, we must place conditionall in the first rank,
Instrument in the Cause of God's truth, that in the comparing and compounding of these conditional promises with the absolute, we must place conditional in the First rank,
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They are thereby admonished of their owne infirmity, and made more carefull to rest on Christ, by whom they are preserved: 2. They serve also to leave all Hypocrites and Apostates without excuse, they being warned of the danger,
They Are thereby admonished of their own infirmity, and made more careful to rest on christ, by whom they Are preserved: 2. They serve also to leave all Hypocrites and Apostates without excuse, they being warned of the danger,
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David saith, Thou wilt guide me by thy counsell, and afterward wilt bring me to glory, Psal. 73. But did this his assurance make him carnally secure? did he now conclude with himselfe, I may now take mine own liberty,
David Says, Thou wilt guide me by thy counsel, and afterwards wilt bring me to glory, Psalm 73. But did this his assurance make him carnally secure? did he now conclude with himself, I may now take mine own liberty,
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who more assured then Paul? Rom. 8. yet who ever more watchfull and more zealous for Christ? Certainly, they know not what this assurance is, which think this to bee the fruit of it, to make us carnally secure and carelesse of well doing.
who more assured then Paul? Rom. 8. yet who ever more watchful and more zealous for christ? Certainly, they know not what this assurance is, which think this to be the fruit of it, to make us carnally secure and careless of well doing.
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and treading down our enemies under our feet: Both these are joyned together in that one saying of the Apostle, 1 Pet. 1.5. Wee are kept by the power of God through faith unto salvation:
and treading down our enemies under our feet: Both these Are joined together in that one saying of the Apostle, 1 Pet. 1.5. we Are kept by the power of God through faith unto salvation:
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Faith speaks in the heart of a Christian as Jehoshaphat did 2 Chron. 20. Lord I know not what to doe, I am not able to stand against all this multitude of enemies which beset my soule on evey side,
Faith speaks in the heart of a Christian as Jehoshaphat did 2 Chronicles 20. Lord I know not what to do, I am not able to stand against all this multitude of enemies which beset my soul on evey side,
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but mine eyes are towards thee, I rest on thee, 2 Chron. 14. And then the soule thus looking unto God by the eye of faith, and resting upon his power;
but mine eyes Are towards thee, I rest on thee, 2 Chronicles 14. And then the soul thus looking unto God by the eye of faith, and resting upon his power;
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so let us consider what grace is herein shewed unto us from God, and what benefit comes thereby unto our selves. Here is Grace from God; For by Grace we stand;
so let us Consider what grace is herein showed unto us from God, and what benefit comes thereby unto our selves. Here is Grace from God; For by Grace we stand;
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an aptnesse and inclination of heart, ready to depart away, Jer. 5.23. Heb. 3.12. loving to wander, Jer. 14.10. we have also the same Enemy, the same Tempter to draw us, with like temptations from our communion with God, Luk. 22.41.
an aptness and inclination of heart, ready to depart away, Jer. 5.23. Hebrew 3.12. loving to wander, Jer. 14.10. we have also the same Enemy, the same Tempter to draw us, with like temptations from our communion with God, Luk. 22.41.
They turning back againe after their washing, to the wallowing in the mire. Its Grace therefore whereby we stand, else we should fall as well as they.
They turning back again After their washing, to the wallowing in the mire. Its Grace Therefore whereby we stand, Else we should fallen as well as they.
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And a singular benefit it is, considering that without this one, all the former blessings, to have God to be a God in Covenant with us, to have our sinnes forgiven, to have our natures renewed and sanctified, all these (I say) were evacuated and made as nothing,
And a singular benefit it is, considering that without this one, all the former blessings, to have God to be a God in Covenant with us, to have our Sins forgiven, to have our nature's renewed and sanctified, all these (I say) were evacuated and made as nothing,
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for then we might lose our interest in God againe, we might come againe under the guilt of sinne, &c. and what benefit then of all this, that sometime we had God for our God? we had our sinne forgiven,
for then we might loose our Interest in God again, we might come again under the guilt of sin, etc. and what benefit then of all this, that sometime we had God for our God? we had our sin forgiven,
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And then, consider also the danger of Apostacy that the end of such is worse then was their beginning, 2 Pet. 2. though their beginning was naught, sinfull,
And then, Consider also the danger of Apostasy that the end of such is Worse then was their beginning, 2 Pet. 2. though their beginning was nought, sinful,
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then when they have known it, to turn from it: Such shall receive the sorer vengeance, Heb. 10.29. The greater the danger is of falling back, the greater is the blessing in being preserved in the grace in which we stand.
then when they have known it, to turn from it: Such shall receive the Sorer vengeance, Hebrew 10.29. The greater the danger is of falling back, the greater is the blessing in being preserved in the grace in which we stand.
but this benefit of perseverance assures us of good things more abiding and eternall, in the consideration whereof we should be comforted with endlesse comfort, everlasting joy should be upon our heads, Esay 35.10.
but this benefit of perseverance assures us of good things more abiding and Eternal, in the consideration whereof we should be comforted with endless Comfort, everlasting joy should be upon our Heads, Isaiah 35.10.
but wait awhile and we shall see the Lord fight for Israel against the Aegyptians; wee shall see the salvation of God. In Joh. 17.13. when Christ was there praying to his Father in the behalfe of his Disciples (which prayer he uttered before them in their presence and audience) marke what he did aime at in it, which was that they might have his joy fulfilled in themselves:
but wait awhile and we shall see the Lord fight for Israel against the egyptians; we shall see the salvation of God. In John 17.13. when christ was there praying to his Father in the behalf of his Disciples (which prayer he uttered before them in their presence and audience) mark what he did aim At in it, which was that they might have his joy fulfilled in themselves:
In the midst of all our infirmities, we may say with the Church, in Micah 7.8. Rejoyce not against me O mine enemy, though I fall I shall rise againe.
In the midst of all our infirmities, we may say with the Church, in micah 7.8. Rejoice not against me Oh mine enemy, though I fallen I shall rise again.
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If it hath pleased him once to make you his people, he will cast you off no more, 1 Sam. 12. Thou that complainest and walkest heavily because of thy sinfull corruptions which burthen thee and presse thee down, tell me, Let me ask and let thy heart make answer within thee, doe thy corruptions and failings make thee lesse to esteeme of Christ,
If it hath pleased him once to make you his people, he will cast you off no more, 1 Sam. 12. Thou that complainest and walkest heavily Because of thy sinful corruptions which burden thee and press thee down, tell me, Let me ask and let thy heart make answer within thee, do thy corruptions and failings make thee less to esteem of christ,
but if by the sence of thy corruption, thou art made to draw nearer unto Christ, to esteem more of him, to cling faster unto him, such infirmity may serve to humble thee,
but if by the sense of thy corruption, thou art made to draw nearer unto christ, to esteem more of him, to cling faster unto him, such infirmity may serve to humble thee,
Vse 2. This may serve also for councell and direction unto all Gods faithfull ones, to take heed of selfe confidence and thinking to stand by their own strength: know wherein your strength lyeth;
Use 2. This may serve also for council and direction unto all God's faithful ones, to take heed of self confidence and thinking to stand by their own strength: know wherein your strength lies;
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it is not in your selves; In his own might shall no man be strong, 1 Sam. 2.9. but your strength and safety lies in this Covenant of peace, which the Lord hath made with you;
it is not in your selves; In his own might shall no man be strong, 1 Sam. 2.9. but your strength and safety lies in this Covenant of peace, which the Lord hath made with you;
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and strengthening, he made heaps upon heaps, and slew thousands of the Philistimes; but when he had broken the Covenant of his Nazar•ship and so had caused the Lord to depart from him,
and strengthening, he made heaps upon heaps, and slew thousands of the Philistines; but when he had broken the Covenant of his Nazar•ship and so had caused the Lord to depart from him,
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There is nothing which makes a readier way for the falls of Gods children, then this, that they grow to confidence in themselves and in that Grace which they have received:
There is nothing which makes a Readier weigh for the falls of God's children, then this, that they grow to confidence in themselves and in that Grace which they have received:
And therefore let us learn of the Prophet to say, In the Lord I have righteousnesse and strength, Isai. 45. know how unable we are of our selves to doe any thing,
And Therefore let us Learn of the Prophet to say, In the Lord I have righteousness and strength, Isaiah 45. know how unable we Are of our selves to do any thing,
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Vse 3. For exhortation unto all, to labour for a state in Grace, to get within this Covenant of Grace, get our souls indued with such truth of Grace as may assure us of our abiding in it for ever.
Use 3. For exhortation unto all, to labour for a state in Grace, to get within this Covenant of Grace, get our Souls endued with such truth of Grace as may assure us of our abiding in it for ever.
as the Sabaeans and Caldaeans did of the goods of Job. Had we Solomons Treasures, who made silver as stones in Ierusalem; yet we must goe naked out of the world,
as the Sabaeans and Chaldeans did of the goods of Job. Had we Solomons Treasures, who made silver as stones in Ierusalem; yet we must go naked out of the world,
and for Ordinances, would then turn to be either enemies or Neuters, and shew themselves to be hollow-hearted and double-minded, unstable in the way which now they walk in:
and for Ordinances, would then turn to be either enemies or Neuters, and show themselves to be hollowhearted and double-minded, unstable in the Way which now they walk in:
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but they harbour many corrupt lusts within, which they doe not seek to cast forth: Into such the unclean Spirit, though he seem to be dispossed, will return again.
but they harbour many corrupt Lustiest within, which they do not seek to cast forth: Into such the unclean Spirit, though he seem to be dispossed, will return again.
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2. Some take up a profession of Religion for carnall ends, following Christ for loaves, Joh. 6.26. becomming Disciples because they look to rise and come to preferment by Christ:
2. some take up a profession of Religion for carnal ends, following christ for loaves, John 6.26. becoming Disciples Because they look to rise and come to preferment by christ:
This assumed body of Religion not being animated and quickned with life, and vigour of Spirit within, will at length be laid down when they have made use of it for a season to serve their turn.
This assumed body of Religion not being animated and quickened with life, and vigour of Spirit within, will At length be laid down when they have made use of it for a season to serve their turn.
like Cain that would come and sacrifice as well as Abel, and yet nourish grudge in heart against Abel; one Altar shall serve them both to sacrifice on,
like Cain that would come and sacrifice as well as Abel, and yet nourish grudge in heart against Abel; one Altar shall serve them both to sacrifice on,
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Such as these often have the word in their eares (they will heare it) and in their tongue (they will talke of it) and in their fore-heads, (make a profession of it) and it shall be written on the posts of their doors (they keeping a course of family duties) that all men may think the best of them;
Such as these often have the word in their ears (they will hear it) and in their tongue (they will talk of it) and in their foreheads, (make a profession of it) and it shall be written on the posts of their doors (they keeping a course of family duties) that all men may think the best of them;
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the Apostle saith of them, that they hold not the head Christ, Colos. 2.18, 19. And if they hold not the head, they are but unsound members of the body;
the Apostle Says of them, that they hold not the head christ, Colos 2.18, 19. And if they hold not the head, they Are but unsound members of the body;
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These may be written in Jerusalem, Isai. 4.3. they may subscribe with their hand and name themselves by the name of Israel, Isai. 44.5. but they are not written in heaven, nor shall they enter into the land of Israel, Ezeck. 13.9. These want that Grace which accompanies salvation:
These may be written in Jerusalem, Isaiah 4.3. they may subscribe with their hand and name themselves by the name of Israel, Isaiah 44.5. but they Are not written in heaven, nor shall they enter into the land of Israel, Ezekiel. 13.9. These want that Grace which Accompanies salvation:
Such an humble, thirsting and impotent creature, sensible of its own unsufficiency, yet lying daily at the beautifull gate of mercy to receive some gift of Grace from him whose glory fills his temple, shall stand and continue to the end, till they receive the end of their faith and hope, the salvation of their soule;
Such an humble, thirsting and impotent creature, sensible of its own unsufficiency, yet lying daily At the beautiful gate of mercy to receive Some gift of Grace from him whose glory fills his temple, shall stand and continue to the end, till they receive the end of their faith and hope, the salvation of their soul;
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when thousands fall at their side, and ten thousands at their right hand, yet shall they stand upright, they shall never fall, 2 Pet. 1. This abiding Grace let us every one labour for; seek it as silver;
when thousands fallen At their side, and ten thousands At their right hand, yet shall they stand upright, they shall never fallen, 2 Pet. 1. This abiding Grace let us every one labour for; seek it as silver;
and knowing also that we cannot (in ordinary course) bee without them he hath therfore made known unto us his care which he hath over us, that he will provide for us whatsoever is needfull and convenient for us, to the end that we knowing his promises concerning these things, we might by faith rest upon his faithfulnesse,
and knowing also that we cannot (in ordinary course) be without them he hath Therefore made known unto us his care which he hath over us, that he will provide for us whatsoever is needful and convenient for us, to the end that we knowing his promises Concerning these things, we might by faith rest upon his faithfulness,
and might be free in our minds from all vexing distracting cares, serving him chearefully in our places according to his will, looking to him for supply of all such things as we stand in need of.
and might be free in our minds from all vexing distracting Cares, serving him cheerfully in our places according to his will, looking to him for supply of all such things as we stand in need of.
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so as we shall want nothing that is good, Psal. 34.10. & 84.11. The want of some one thing needfull, might more disquiet us, then the possession of many things could cheare us.
so as we shall want nothing that is good, Psalm 34.10. & 84.11. The want of Some one thing needful, might more disquiet us, then the possession of many things could cheer us.
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And therefore he hath promised to give us all things: And besides these generall promises, he hath also given us promises of many particular blessings;
And Therefore he hath promised to give us all things: And beside these general promises, he hath also given us promises of many particular blessings;
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as of length of dayes, Deut. 5.3. & 25.15. & 30.20. Prov. 3.16. of protection, Gen. 15. Prov. 6.1. ult. Psal. 84.11. Zach. 2. of health and freedome from the diseases of Aegypt, Exod. 15.26. & 23.25. Deut. 7.15. and many other of like kinde which I passe by;
as of length of days, Deuteronomy 5.3. & 25.15. & 30.20. Curae 3.16. of protection, Gen. 15. Curae 6.1. ult. Psalm 84.11. Zach 2. of health and freedom from the diseases of Egypt, Exod 15.26. & 23.25. Deuteronomy 7.15. and many other of like kind which I pass by;
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Onely one kinde or sort of them I mean to insist upon a little; those I meane, which concern our sustenance and comfortable provision of necessaries for life;
Only one kind or sort of them I mean to insist upon a little; those I mean, which concern our sustenance and comfortable provision of necessaries for life;
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These promises we have laid down, Levit. 26.3. to 14. Deut. 28.2. to 15. Psal. 112.2.3. & 132.15. Isai. 33.15, 16. Jerem. 31.12. Ezek. 36.30. Matth. 6.33. 2 Cor. 9.8. 1 Tim. 4.8. I mention the more of these, that we seeing so many and large promises made unto us, we might be encouraged the rather to believe & rest upon the faithfulnesse of him that hath promised.
These promises we have laid down, Levit. 26.3. to 14. Deuteronomy 28.2. to 15. Psalm 112.2.3. & 132.15. Isaiah 33.15, 16. Jeremiah 31.12. Ezekiel 36.30. Matthew 6.33. 2 Cor. 9.8. 1 Tim. 4.8. I mention the more of these, that we seeing so many and large promises made unto us, we might be encouraged the rather to believe & rest upon the faithfulness of him that hath promised.
Especially considering how the Lord himselfe reckoneth these promises a part of his Covenant which he hath made with his people. Note that in Deut. 8.8.
Especially considering how the Lord himself Reckoneth these promises a part of his Covenant which he hath made with his people. Note that in Deuteronomy 8.8.
the Lord thy God gives thee power to get substance, to establish his Covenant which he made with thy Fathers, &c. God doth herein fulfill his Covenant with us,
the Lord thy God gives thee power to get substance, to establish his Covenant which he made with thy Father's, etc. God does herein fulfil his Covenant with us,
and your threshing shall reach unto the vintage, &c. And why will the Lord doe this unto them? He tells them in the ninth verse following, sc. I will establish my Covenant with you, that is, I will therein performe and make good my Covenant, &c. Psal. 111.5. He hath given meat (or a portion) to his people;
and your threshing shall reach unto the vintage, etc. And why will the Lord do this unto them? He tells them in the ninth verse following, sc. I will establish my Covenant with you, that is, I will therein perform and make good my Covenant, etc. Psalm 111.5. He hath given meat (or a portion) to his people;
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the like we have in Ezek. 34.25, 27. In all which we see how the Lord reckons this as apart of his Covenant in which he hath bound himselfe unto his people,
the like we have in Ezekiel 34.25, 27. In all which we see how the Lord reckons this as apart of his Covenant in which he hath bound himself unto his people,
as those which concern the life to come, to the end therefore that we may with more assured confidence rest upon the faithfulnesse of God in these things, Let us help our faith by these considerations following.
as those which concern the life to come, to the end Therefore that we may with more assured confidence rest upon the faithfulness of God in these things, Let us help our faith by these considerations following.
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he is able to make us abound unto all sufficiency, 2 Cor. 9. and is most liberall and free-hearted, aboundant in goodnesse, bountifull, not sparing and close-handed,
he is able to make us abound unto all sufficiency, 2 Cor. 9. and is most liberal and freehearted, abundant in Goodness, bountiful, not sparing and closehanded,
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and therefore not only the love which he beares unto us, but that love which he beares unto Christ, may assure us that he will for his sake give us that which is convenient,
and Therefore not only the love which he bears unto us, but that love which he bears unto christ, may assure us that he will for his sake give us that which is convenient,
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when hee promises unto them the encrease of the field and such other outward blessings, hee tells them that he will thereby take away from them the reproach of the Heathen, they should henceforth beare the reproach of the Heathen no more,
when he promises unto them the increase of the field and such other outward blessings, he tells them that he will thereby take away from them the reproach of the Heathen, they should henceforth bear the reproach of the Heathen no more,
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and in Deut. 28.12, 13. It is an honour which God puts upon his people in the sight of other Nations, that hee makes them able to lend unto others, makes them the head,
and in Deuteronomy 28.12, 13. It is an honour which God puts upon his people in the sighed of other nations, that he makes them able to lend unto Others, makes them the head,
And hence is that in 1 Cor. 6.13. as our body is for the Lord to serve and glorifie him, so is the Lord also for the body to redeem it, to nourish it, to glorifie it.
And hence is that in 1 Cor. 6.13. as our body is for the Lord to serve and Glorify him, so is the Lord also for the body to Redeem it, to nourish it, to Glorify it.
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so will the Lord doe much more, hee will have his servants to know, that they shall not serve him for nought, Iob 1. not so much as to shut a doore in his house in vaine, Mal. 1. 9. The Lord hath commanded such duties unto his servants as they cannot performe without a supply in these outward things, works of love, mercy, kindnesse, helpfulnesse one to another;
so will the Lord do much more, he will have his Servants to know, that they shall not serve him for nought, Job 1. not so much as to shut a door in his house in vain, Malachi 1. 9. The Lord hath commanded such duties unto his Servants as they cannot perform without a supply in these outward things, works of love, mercy, kindness, helpfulness one to Another;
He will not send on a message and cut off the feet of him whom he sends, Prov. 26.6. 10. The Lord looks for service from our outward man, give up your body as an holy living Sacrifice unto God, Rom. 12.1.
He will not send on a message and Cut off the feet of him whom he sends, Curae 26.6. 10. The Lord looks for service from our outward man, give up your body as an holy living Sacrifice unto God, Rom. 12.1.
11. We are Gods houshold and family, and therefore hee will provide for his own: If he have charged us to provide for our own, 1 Tim. 5.8. he will not he cannot be wanting to his:
11. We Are God's household and family, and Therefore he will provide for his own: If he have charged us to provide for our own, 1 Tim. 5.8. he will not he cannot be wanting to his:
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though every thing is not now typicall to us, as to them, yet thus far we may go, to say that these outward blessings are made pledges unto us of Gods love towards us in better things,
though every thing is not now typical to us, as to them, yet thus Far we may go, to say that these outward blessings Are made pledges unto us of God's love towards us in better things,
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13. He knowes we have need of these things Matth. 6.32. and therefore he having commanded us to give unto him that needeth, Ephes. 4.28. and open our hand wide unto the poore, Deut. 15.11.
13. He knows we have need of these things Matthew 6.32. and Therefore he having commanded us to give unto him that needs, Ephesians 4.28. and open our hand wide unto the poor, Deuteronomy 15.11.
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but will open his good treasure unto them, to satisfie them with good things, Deut. 28.12. Quest. But sometimes wee see Gods faithfull servants to bee kept short in these outward blessings;
but will open his good treasure unto them, to satisfy them with good things, Deuteronomy 28.12. Quest. But sometime we see God's faithful Servants to be kept short in these outward blessings;
how comes this to passe, the Lord having made such ample promises unto them? and how farre forth may any bee assured to have a sufficiency in these things?
how comes this to pass, the Lord having made such ample promises unto them? and how Far forth may any be assured to have a sufficiency in these things?
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First, all the promises of things pertaining to this life are subordinate and subservient to the promises which concern our inward man, and our eternall salvation:
First, all the promises of things pertaining to this life Are subordinate and subservient to the promises which concern our inward man, and our Eternal salvation:
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Secondly, there are times of tryall, in which the Lord will try all his children, The Lord will try the righteous, saith the Prophet, Psal. 11.5. thus he tryed them in Heb. 11.36, 37. they were tryed with mockings and scourgings, being destitute, afflicted and tormented:
Secondly, there Are times of trial, in which the Lord will try all his children, The Lord will try the righteous, Says the Prophet, Psalm 11.5. thus he tried them in Hebrew 11.36, 37. they were tried with mockings and scourgings, being destitute, afflicted and tormented:
But though the Lord will thus try us, yet these times of tryall last not alwayes, these are not the wayes of Gods ordinary dispensation towards his people:
But though the Lord will thus try us, yet these times of trial last not always, these Are not the ways of God's ordinary Dispensation towards his people:
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but it is to do them good in the later end, Deut. 8.16. The hardships which Israel suffered for awhile in the wildernesse, was recompenced with a Land flowing with milke and honey.
but it is to do them good in the later end, Deuteronomy 8.16. The hardships which Israel suffered for awhile in the Wilderness, was recompensed with a Land flowing with milk and honey.
Thirdly, sometimes God withholds good things from us for a chastisement of our sinne; according to that in Jer. 5.25. your iniquities have hindred good things from you;
Thirdly, sometime God withholds good things from us for a chastisement of our sin; according to that in Jer. 5.25. your iniquities have hindered good things from you;
or if the Lord will take a time to try our uprightnesse before him, or if he see our enjoying of these outward blessings would be an hinderance to our spirituall good, in these cases (I say) Gods children may be exercised with wants and necessities,
or if the Lord will take a time to try our uprightness before him, or if he see our enjoying of these outward blessings would be an hindrance to our spiritual good, in these cases (I say) God's children may be exercised with Wants and necessities,
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Nor in the third case, because these outward good things are promised as rewards of Grace, whereby the Lord doth recompence the love and obedience of his people.
Nor in the third case, Because these outward good things Are promised as rewards of Grace, whereby the Lord does recompense the love and Obedience of his people.
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But to the third part of the demand, if it be further questioned how farre forth a childe of God (out of these cases forenamed) may assure himselfe of the fulfilling of these promises unto him: hereunto I answer thus: Wee must consider two things; first, what is promised;
But to the third part of the demand, if it be further questioned how Far forth a child of God (out of these cases forenamed) may assure himself of the fulfilling of these promises unto him: hereunto I answer thus: we must Consider two things; First, what is promised;
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when the Lord promiseth, that riches and treasure shall be in the house of the righteous, what doth he meane by riches and treasure? not the riches of a Kingdome;
when the Lord promises, that riches and treasure shall be in the house of the righteous, what does he mean by riches and treasure? not the riches of a Kingdom;
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Secondly, consider in what manner God promiseth these things, and that is (as was said before) as rewards and as fruits of that faith and obedience which he requires of his people;
Secondly, Consider in what manner God promises these things, and that is (as was said before) as rewards and as fruits of that faith and Obedience which he requires of his people;
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It is the diligent hand that hath the promise of abundance, The talk of the lips brings nothing but want, Prov. 10. 3. And then we must depend upon God by faith in the use of meanes, not trusting either to our own uprightnesse,
It is the diligent hand that hath the promise of abundance, The talk of the lips brings nothing but want, Curae 10. 3. And then we must depend upon God by faith in the use of means, not trusting either to our own uprightness,
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Here therefore our confidence must be pitcht, not upon our selves, nor meanes, but look by faith to the blessing promised, which blessing is all in all.
Here Therefore our confidence must be pitched, not upon our selves, nor means, but look by faith to the blessing promised, which blessing is all in all.
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Believe and yee shall prosper, said Iehoshaphat, 2 Chron. 20.20. and contra, if yee believe not, yee shall not be established, said Isaiah, Isai. 7.9. There is much in the faith of Gods people:
Believe and ye shall prosper, said Jehoshaphat, 2 Chronicles 20.20. and contra, if ye believe not, ye shall not be established, said Isaiah, Isaiah 7.9. There is much in the faith of God's people:
whatsoever the blessings be, if they spring from Grace, they must be received by faith. The hand of Grace gives them, and the hand of faith receives them:
whatsoever the blessings be, if they spring from Grace, they must be received by faith. The hand of Grace gives them, and the hand of faith receives them:
Let him withall in both these look by faith to the faithfulnesse of the promise of God, believing that in this way he will give that which is sufficient for him,
Let him withal in both these look by faith to the faithfulness of the promise of God, believing that in this Way he will give that which is sufficient for him,
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Then I say, that in the ordinary course of Gods dealing, hee may be sure the Lord will not be wanting to him, in such things as his state and condition doth require. Ʋse 1. For confutation.
Then I say, that in the ordinary course of God's dealing, he may be sure the Lord will not be wanting to him, in such things as his state and condition does require. Ʋse 1. For confutation.
Are these outward blessings pertaining to this life, blessings of Grace promised in the Covenant of Grace? then first eternall life cannot come by merit,
are these outward blessings pertaining to this life, blessings of Grace promised in the Covenant of Grace? then First Eternal life cannot come by merit,
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What satisfaction can we make to justice, from that which we receive of meere grace? of his own hand give we unto him, 1 Chron. 29. 3. It makes against placing perfection in a state of voluntary poverty, as if perfection could stand in renouncing the blessings of Gods Covenant. Ʋse 2. For information.
What satisfaction can we make to Justice, from that which we receive of mere grace? of his own hand give we unto him, 1 Chronicles 29. 3. It makes against placing perfection in a state of voluntary poverty, as if perfection could stand in renouncing the blessings of God's Covenant. Ʋse 2. For information.
But I say again, what claime can they have to life, or to any thing which concernes life, which have deserved to be destroyed and brought to nothing? for ought I can see the old opinion herein must stand as truth, that wicked men are but usurpers of the things they doe enjoy.
But I say again, what claim can they have to life, or to any thing which concerns life, which have deserved to be destroyed and brought to nothing? for ought I can see the old opinion herein must stand as truth, that wicked men Are but usurpers of the things they do enjoy.
2. Whereas some weak ones doe think they should pray only for spirituall blessings and not for outward things of this life, they may hence see their errour:
2. Whereas Some weak ones do think they should pray only for spiritual blessings and not for outward things of this life, they may hence see their error:
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as acknowledging that every good gift must come from him, James 1.17. 3. Whereas some of Gods servants are possessed with doubts concerning their estate before God,
as acknowledging that every good gift must come from him, James 1.17. 3. Whereas Some of God's Servants Are possessed with doubts Concerning their estate before God,
as fearing that they are not the Lords people, because they are suffered to prosper so much in outward things, this point may serve to remove that scruple,
as fearing that they Are not the lords people, Because they Are suffered to prosper so much in outward things, this point may serve to remove that scruple,
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then for any one to say, I feare I am none of Gods people because I prosper in the world, is all one as if he should say, I feare the Lord intends me no good,
then for any one to say, I Fear I am none of God's people Because I prosper in the world, is all one as if he should say, I Fear the Lord intends me no good,
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&c. In Iosh. 7. when Ioshua saw the people flie before their enemies (which seemed contrary to the promise of God, the Lord having before promised to Joshuah that not a man should stand before him all the dayes of his life) Joshuah falls on his face before God,
etc. In Joshua 7. when Ioshua saw the people fly before their enemies (which seemed contrary to the promise of God, the Lord having before promised to Joshua that not a man should stand before him all the days of his life) Joshua falls on his face before God,
But mark the Lords Answer, Get thee up saith the Lord to Ioshuah, why lyest thou upon thy face? Israel hath sinned, and therefore they cannot stand before their enemies:
But mark the lords Answer, Get thee up Says the Lord to Joshua, why liest thou upon thy face? Israel hath sinned, and Therefore they cannot stand before their enemies:
hee wonders at their overthrow as if the Lord had not been mindfull of his promise, he having promised that not a man should be able to stand before them:
he wonders At their overthrow as if the Lord had not been mindful of his promise, he having promised that not a man should be able to stand before them:
And now we are ready to aske, why hath the Lord brought us hither into this wildernesse, to destroy us? But let us know, it is not the Lord which hath broken promise with us,
And now we Are ready to ask, why hath the Lord brought us hither into this Wilderness, to destroy us? But let us know, it is not the Lord which hath broken promise with us,
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They are our iniquities which have turned away these things, and our sins have hindred good things from us, Jer. 5.25. Our own wayes and doings have procured these things unto us;
They Are our iniquities which have turned away these things, and our Sins have hindered good things from us, Jer. 5.25. Our own ways and doings have procured these things unto us;
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Had any other people that professed themselves to be of the world, and for the world, had they thus walked, the Lord would have said of them, they are gone thither for the worlds goods,
Had any other people that professed themselves to be of the world, and for the world, had they thus walked, the Lord would have said of them, they Are gone thither for the world's goods,
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If he see us forsaking the substance, the true treasure, to runne after these shadows, they shall flie from us the more that we pursue them, till we turn againe unto the Lord,
If he see us forsaking the substance, the true treasure, to run After these shadows, they shall fly from us the more that we pursue them, till we turn again unto the Lord,
and this sin will make a fire which is not blown (by man) to kindle of it selfe to consume us, Job 20.19, 26. 5. By these our sinnes, we have brought a reproach upon the Gospel, the glorious Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ, which should have been glorified by us.
and this since will make a fire which is not blown (by man) to kindle of it self to consume us, Job 20.19, 26. 5. By these our Sins, we have brought a reproach upon the Gospel, the glorious Gospel of our Lord jesus christ, which should have been glorified by us.
So long as the Gospel held its credit amongst us, so long the Lord also manifested his marvellous goodnesse towards us, upholding us also and keeping us from those wants which now we feele;
So long as the Gospel held its credit among us, so long the Lord also manifested his marvellous Goodness towards us, upholding us also and keeping us from those Wants which now we feel;
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This is a sinne which the Lord hath ever been wont to punish with scarcity, as we may see in Hag. 1. Mal. 3.9, 10. Prov. 20.25. These are the Achans which have robbed us of our silver and gold, these sinnes have spoyled us of our substance;
This is a sin which the Lord hath ever been wont to Punish with scarcity, as we may see in Hag. 1. Malachi 3.9, 10. Curae 20.25. These Are the Achans which have robbed us of our silver and gold, these Sins have spoiled us of our substance;
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Secondly, Are we in want and doe we desire to enjoy a sufficiency of these outward blessings? would we be set in a way in which wee may be sure to be provided for? we have the way here set before us;
Secondly, are we in want and do we desire to enjoy a sufficiency of these outward blessings? would we be Set in a Way in which we may be sure to be provided for? we have the Way Here Set before us;
Art thou in hunger, nakednesse, or (if not in such extremities, yet) wantest thou those things which thy condition stands in need of? It may be thou art a stranger to the Covenant betwixt God and his people,
Art thou in hunger, nakedness, or (if not in such extremities, yet) Wantest thou those things which thy condition Stands in need of? It may be thou art a stranger to the Covenant betwixt God and his people,
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and then will the Father call for roabs to cover thy nakednesse, and bring out the fatted calfe to satisfie thy hunger, thou shalt be fed with food convenient for thee:
and then will the Father call for robes to cover thy nakedness, and bring out the fatted calf to satisfy thy hunger, thou shalt be fed with food convenient for thee:
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be faithfull and diligent in his service, have a care of his honour; doe nothing to blemish his name, bee carefull to please him in all things; be zealous for his glory:
be faithful and diligent in his service, have a care of his honour; do nothing to blemish his name, be careful to please him in all things; be zealous for his glory:
and in this way of the Covenant, look for, and expect the blessing of it; Doe good (saith the Prophet) and thou shalt be fed assuredly, Psal. 37.3. If yee be willing and obedient, ye shall eat the good things of the land, Isai. 1.19. and if at any time thou be put to straights and wants, doe as Jacob did, put God in minde of his Covenant and promise:
and in this Way of the Covenant, look for, and expect the blessing of it; Do good (Says the Prophet) and thou shalt be fed assuredly, Psalm 37.3. If ye be willing and obedient, you shall eat the good things of the land, Isaiah 1.19. and if At any time thou be put to straights and Wants, do as Jacob did, put God in mind of his Covenant and promise:
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And as those in Nehem. 11.23. & 12.47. they had by the Kings appointment every day a set portion, so shalt thou have thy daily allowance, daily bread, with all such other things as concern this present life.
And as those in Nehemiah 11.23. & 12.47. they had by the Kings appointment every day a Set portion, so shalt thou have thy daily allowance, daily bred, with all such other things as concern this present life.
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This is one reason why the Lord promiseth these things to us in his Covenant, that we might learn thereby to acknowledge that they come not unto us by chance or fortune as Heathens thought, calling them therefore Bona Fortunae, nor yet as carnall Christians think, by our own providence or wisedome,
This is one reason why the Lord promises these things to us in his Covenant, that we might Learn thereby to acknowledge that they come not unto us by chance or fortune as heathens Thought, calling them Therefore Bona Fortunae, nor yet as carnal Christians think, by our own providence or Wisdom,
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but it is the Lord which gives thee power to get substance, &c. and when we are wanting in acknowledging his hand in them, the Lord complaines of our neglect, as we may see in Hos. 2.8.
but it is the Lord which gives thee power to get substance, etc. and when we Are wanting in acknowledging his hand in them, the Lord complains of our neglect, as we may see in Hos. 2.8.
Some other would have said, this hand hath done it, as Isai. 10.13. which had been a kissing of his hand and an honouring of himselfe, and not a giving glory to God. But Job abhorred this; so should we;
some other would have said, this hand hath done it, as Isaiah 10.13. which had been a kissing of his hand and an honouring of himself, and not a giving glory to God. But Job abhorred this; so should we;
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They are not so unto the wicked, who are not in Covenant with the Lord, but to the Saints they are, in Gen. 33.5. when Iacob speaks of his children, these (saith he) are the children which God of his Grace hath given thy servant: Iacob saw Grace in this;
They Are not so unto the wicked, who Are not in Covenant with the Lord, but to the Saints they Are, in Gen. 33.5. when Iacob speaks of his children, these (Says he) Are the children which God of his Grace hath given thy servant: Iacob saw Grace in this;
Answ. 1. If we come by them in the way of the Covenant, we walking before God in the way of holy obedience and dependance upon him, Its certain they doe then come to us as blessings,
Answer 1. If we come by them in the Way of the Covenant, we walking before God in the Way of holy Obedience and dependence upon him, Its certain they do then come to us as blessings,
And therefore it is that in Deut. 28.1, 2, 8, 12. If thou shalt diligently observe the Commandements of the Lord thy God, (saith Moses) then shall he command the blessing to come upon thee,
And Therefore it is that in Deuteronomy 28.1, 2, 8, 12. If thou shalt diligently observe the commandments of the Lord thy God, (Says Moses) then shall he command the blessing to come upon thee,
thus shalt thou encrease in goods, &c. but thus shall the Lord blesse thee, and these blessings shall come upon thee, to note unto us, that when we walk with God in this way of obedience conscionably,
thus shalt thou increase in goods, etc. but thus shall the Lord bless thee, and these blessings shall come upon thee, to note unto us, that when we walk with God in this Way of Obedience Conscionably,
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as springing from the fountaine of Grace which God hath opened to us in Christ. 2. Seeing these outward good things are given to Gods people by Covenant, as blessings,
as springing from the fountain of Grace which God hath opened to us in christ. 2. Seeing these outward good things Are given to God's people by Covenant, as blessings,
and liberall maintenance, as his elder brother that is grown to yeares, yet he comforts himselfe in this, he saith in his heart, I know my Father loves me as well as any childe he hath,
and liberal maintenance, as his elder brother that is grown to Years, yet he comforts himself in this, he Says in his heart, I know my Father loves me as well as any child he hath,
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Though we have not so much wheat and wine and oyle, &c. yet we may satiate our soule with the Lords goodnesse, Ier. 31.12, 14. that goodnesse of his being the same towards us in our little,
Though we have not so much wheat and wine and oil, etc. yet we may satiate our soul with the lords Goodness, Jeremiah 31.12, 14. that Goodness of his being the same towards us in our little,
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untill we abound, it is suspicious, and we have cause to doubt, whether our contentment be not more in the gift then in the grace and love of the Giver;
until we abound, it is suspicious, and we have cause to doubt, whither our contentment be not more in the gift then in the grace and love of the Giver;
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he feeds and cloaths our bodies, he maintaines the health and strength of them; therefore give them up as a living sacrifice unto him, R•m. 12.1. Let him be magnified in our body, Phil. 1.20. Our body must be for the Lord, as the Lord is for the body, 1 Cor. 6.13.
he feeds and clothes our bodies, he maintains the health and strength of them; Therefore give them up as a living sacrifice unto him, R•m. 12.1. Let him be magnified in our body, Philip 1.20. Our body must be for the Lord, as the Lord is for the body, 1 Cor. 6.13.
1. Doe we receive them from Grace? doe not then abuse them unto sinne, to pride, wantonnesse, excesse, &c. This is to turn the Grace of God (shewed in giving of them to us) into licentiousnesse. In Hosea 2.8. the Lord complaines there, that when he had given them corne and wine, silver and gold, they bestowed them upon Baal, abusing them to Idolatry and to sinne:
1. Do we receive them from Grace? do not then abuse them unto sin, to pride, wantonness, excess, etc. This is to turn the Grace of God (showed in giving of them to us) into licentiousness. In Hosea 2.8. the Lord complains there, that when he had given them corn and wine, silver and gold, they bestowed them upon Baal, abusing them to Idolatry and to sin:
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And its noted as the sinne of wicked Athaliah, that the dedicate things which should have been to the honouring of God, these shee bestowed upon Baalim; 2 Chron. 24.7.
And its noted as the sin of wicked Athaliah, that the dedicate things which should have been to the honouring of God, these she bestowed upon Baalim; 2 Chronicles 24.7.
But he never allowed us to keep all unto our selves, but commands us to distribute them as good Stewards, one part to the reliefe of his poore Saints, another part for the benefit of the Common-Wealth, either in peace or warre,
But he never allowed us to keep all unto our selves, but commands us to distribute them as good Stewards, one part to the relief of his poor Saints, Another part for the benefit of the commonwealth, either in peace or war,
as occasions require, and part also for the upholding of his worship and service, and the good of his Church. Thus Prov. 3.9. honour God with thy riches, and with the first fruit of all thine encrease.
as occasions require, and part also for the upholding of his worship and service, and the good of his Church. Thus Curae 3.9. honour God with thy riches, and with the First fruit of all thine increase.
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when we are in any need, the Lord fulfils all our necessities, Phil. 4. So when the Lord stands in need of any thing, we must let goe that which he stands in need of, according to that of our blessed Saviour, in Matth. 21.3. Tell them the Lord hath need of him, and then straight way they will let him goe;
when we Are in any need, the Lord fulfils all our necessities, Philip 4. So when the Lord Stands in need of any thing, we must let go that which he Stands in need of, according to that of our blessed Saviour, in Matthew 21.3. Tell them the Lord hath need of him, and then straight Way they will let him go;
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wee are ready to say with Abraham Lo•• w••• w•lt thou give me? Gen. 15.2. but we should be as ready to ••y with David, What shall I render unto the Lord? Psal. 116.12.
we Are ready to say with Abraham Lo•• w••• w•lt thou give me? Gen. 15.2. but we should be as ready to ••y with David, What shall I render unto the Lord? Psalm 116.12.
And if any shall say the Lord needs not any thing, Acts 1•. 25. Its true, he needeth not for himselfe, but in his Saints, in his servants, these may stand in need:
And if any shall say the Lord needs not any thing, Acts 1•. 25. Its true, he needs not for himself, but in his Saints, in his Servants, these may stand in need:
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5. Lastly, whether wee want or whether we abound, let this teach us to depend upon the faithfulnesse of Gods Covenant, either for the supply of these outward things if wee want them,
5. Lastly, whither we want or whither we abound, let this teach us to depend upon the faithfulness of God's Covenant, either for the supply of these outward things if we want them,
we are here in a wildernesse, and we may think as they, Psal. 7•. 19, 20. Can God prepare a table in the wildernesse? &c. but though they were in a wildernesse then,
we Are Here in a Wilderness, and we may think as they, Psalm 7•. 19, 20. Can God prepare a table in the Wilderness? etc. but though they were in a Wilderness then,
His name would suffer in our suffrings and wants, if he should then forsake us, when wee walk before him in faith and obedience, according to his will;
His name would suffer in our sufferings and Wants, if he should then forsake us, when we walk before him in faith and Obedience, according to his will;
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yea, though we for our parts have deserved to be forsaken by reason of our great departings away from him, yet if we return unto him with all our soul, he will not forsake us,
yea, though we for our parts have deserved to be forsaken by reason of our great departings away from him, yet if we return unto him with all our soul, he will not forsake us,
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for his own great names sake, because it hath pleased him to make us his people, 1 Sam. 12. Therefore cast we our care upon the Lord and he will care for us;
for his own great names sake, Because it hath pleased him to make us his people, 1 Sam. 12. Therefore cast we our care upon the Lord and he will care for us;
only believe and be obedient to his word, and then let not our hearts bee troubled nor feare, the Lord will rather make the Rocks to flow forth with honey,
only believe and be obedient to his word, and then let not our hearts be troubled nor Fear, the Lord will rather make the Rocks to flow forth with honey,
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and the clouds to drop down milk, and the grasse of the wildernesse to become as wooll to provide us cloathing, rather then we shall want those things which we stand in need of.
and the Clouds to drop down milk, and the grass of the Wilderness to become as wool to provide us clothing, rather then we shall want those things which we stand in need of.
The best part of that which God hath promised us in his Covenant, it is to be waited for by hope, it is laid up, it is reserved for us, to be revealed in the last times, 1 Pet. 1. They are within the vaile, whither our eye cannot pierce, to see and say what they are;
The best part of that which God hath promised us in his Covenant, it is to be waited for by hope, it is laid up, it is reserved for us, to be revealed in the last times, 1 Pet. 1. They Are within the veil, whither our eye cannot pierce, to see and say what they Are;
Its a sweet gradation which the Apostle hath in that speech of his, 1 Cor. 2.9. where he saith, That neither eye hath seen, nor eare heard, nor did they enter into the heart of man, &c. Did never eye see such things? Many men have seene strange things;
Its a sweet gradation which the Apostle hath in that speech of his, 1 Cor. 2.9. where he Says, That neither eye hath seen, nor ear herd, nor did they enter into the heart of man, etc. Did never eye see such things? Many men have seen strange things;
But here is the surpassing excellency of the things to come, which God hath prepared for his people, that neither eye hath seene them, no nor yet did ever eare heare of them, no nor can they be conceived by the heart of man;
But Here is the surpassing excellency of the things to come, which God hath prepared for his people, that neither eye hath seen them, no nor yet did ever ear hear of them, no nor can they be conceived by the heart of man;
they are above all that ever was seen, heard or thought; we are now sons, heirs, but it is only in hope Tit. 3.7. but though our portion be by hope to be waited for, yet it is a blessed hope, Tit. 2. 1•.
they Are above all that ever was seen, herd or Thought; we Are now Sons, Heirs, but it is only in hope Tit. 3.7. but though our portion be by hope to be waited for, yet it is a blessed hope, Tit. 2. 1•.
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where speaking of the blessed estate of Gods people in the life to come, he calls it a farre more excellent eternall weight of glory: 1. There is glory: 2. A weight of glory,
where speaking of the blessed estate of God's people in the life to come, he calls it a Far more excellent Eternal weight of glory: 1. There is glory: 2. A weight of glory,
and excellent weight of glory: 4. There is one excellency added to another, NONLATINALPHABET, a most excellent glory: 5. and lastly, all this eternall, a most excellent eternall weight of glory;
and excellent weight of glory: 4. There is one excellency added to Another,, a most excellent glory: 5. and lastly, all this Eternal, a most excellent Eternal weight of glory;
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even the Spirit of Grace and the Spirit of glory, which by guiding of us in the wayes of Grace here, leads us on day by day, to come nearer to our salvation then when we first believed, till at last he bring us to glory,
even the Spirit of Grace and the Spirit of glory, which by guiding of us in the ways of Grace Here, leads us on day by day, to come nearer to our salvation then when we First believed, till At last he bring us to glory,
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IT remaines now that we come to consider the condition of the Covenant, in which we must walke that the Lord may performe unto us the mercy which he hath promised us.
IT remains now that we come to Consider the condition of the Covenant, in which we must walk that the Lord may perform unto us the mercy which he hath promised us.
There is a way of the Covenant in which the Lord conveyes his blessings, as we may see in that expression used by the Lord himselfe concerning Abraham, Gen. 18.19. I know Abraham (saith the Lord) that he will teach his houshold, &c. that I may bring upon Abraham that which I have spoken unto him:
There is a Way of the Covenant in which the Lord conveys his blessings, as we may see in that expression used by the Lord himself Concerning Abraham, Gen. 18.19. I know Abraham (Says the Lord) that he will teach his household, etc. that I may bring upon Abraham that which I have spoken unto him:
Great are the blessings which God hath promised to those which are the faithfull seed of Abraham: and therefore as we desire to enjoy the blessing promised,
Great Are the blessings which God hath promised to those which Are the faithful seed of Abraham: and Therefore as we desire to enjoy the blessing promised,
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so we must see also what he requires of us, that he may performe unto us what he hath promised, and this is called the stipulation or condition of the Covenant.
so we must see also what he requires of us, that he may perform unto us what he hath promised, and this is called the stipulation or condition of the Covenant.
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though you continew impenitent and unbelieving, but commands and works us to repent and believe, and then promises that in the way of faith and repentance, he will save us.
though you continue impenitent and unbelieving, but commands and works us to Repent and believe, and then promises that in the Way of faith and Repentance, he will save us.
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he brings us first through the doore of faith, Act. 14. And then carries us on in the way of faith, till he bring us to the end of our faith the salvation of our soules.
he brings us First through the door of faith, Act. 14. And then carries us on in the Way of faith, till he bring us to the end of our faith the salvation of our Souls.
1. From the nature of a Covenant, which is an agreement between severall parties Covenanting together upon mutuall conditions required on both parties:
1. From the nature of a Covenant, which is an agreement between several parties Covenanting together upon mutual conditions required on both parties:
Abraham and Abimeleck promise one to another in their Covenant made betwixt them, they mutually binde themselves, Gen. 20. And so it is betwixt God and Abraham, Gen. 17.27.
Abraham and Abimelech promise one to Another in their Covenant made betwixt them, they mutually bind themselves, Gen. 20. And so it is betwixt God and Abraham, Gen. 17.27.
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namely, to shew the unchangeablenesse of his purpose touching the mercy promised, that it is as sure as if we had tyed him thereunto by Covenant, upon some condition performed by us before hand:
namely, to show the unchangeableness of his purpose touching the mercy promised, that it is as sure as if we had tied him thereunto by Covenant, upon Some condition performed by us before hand:
as well as he binds himselfe to us, &c. 2. But for further confirmation hereof, consider the different kinds of expressions which the Scripture useth in speaking of the Covenant betwixt God and us:
as well as he binds himself to us, etc. 2. But for further confirmation hereof, Consider the different Kinds of expressions which the Scripture uses in speaking of the Covenant betwixt God and us:
one part of it standing in the promise from God to us, the other, in duty from us to God: Thus Deut. 7.12. there is the Covenant which God promised and by oath swore unto his people; and then in Josh. 7.11. there is the Covenant commanded, which is the condition on our part required;
one part of it standing in the promise from God to us, the other, in duty from us to God: Thus Deuteronomy 7.12. there is the Covenant which God promised and by oath swore unto his people; and then in Josh. 7.11. there is the Covenant commanded, which is the condition on our part required;
I will bring you into the bond of the Covenant (saith the Lord;) why doth the Lord speak of a bond of the Covenant? If the Lord had bound himselfe only,
I will bring you into the bound of the Covenant (Says the Lord;) why does the Lord speak of a bound of the Covenant? If the Lord had bound himself only,
he doth not only bind himselfe to us, but us to himselfe, as in Jer. 13.11. He is said to have tyed to himselfe the whole house of Israel, binding them to himselfe as with a girdle, in the bond of the Covenant;
he does not only bind himself to us, but us to himself, as in Jer. 13.11. He is said to have tied to himself the Whole house of Israel, binding them to himself as with a girdle, in the bound of the Covenant;
wee were sometimes free from God, and free from righteousnesse, Rom. 6.20. But now we are by Covenant become the Lords servants, 1 Cor. 7.22. being bound unto him by the bond of the Covenant.
we were sometime free from God, and free from righteousness, Rom. 6.20. But now we Are by Covenant become the lords Servants, 1 Cor. 7.22. being bound unto him by the bound of the Covenant.
4. Consider how we are said sometimes to keep Covenant, sometimes to break Covenant with God; In Psal. 25.10. and Psal. 103.18. Here we are said to keep Covenant; but in Psal. 44.17. and Esay 24.5. There is mention made of breaking Covenant with God; and in Deut. 29.25. they have forsaken the Covenant of the Lord their God.
4. Consider how we Are said sometime to keep Covenant, sometime to break Covenant with God; In Psalm 25.10. and Psalm 103.18. Here we Are said to keep Covenant; but in Psalm 44.17. and Isaiah 24.5. There is mention made of breaking Covenant with God; and in Deuteronomy 29.25. they have forsaken the Covenant of the Lord their God.
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This keeping of Covenant, and b•eaking or forsaking of it, cannot bee conceived to be done otherwise then by observing or violating the condition of the Covenant required on our part.
This keeping of Covenant, and b•eaking or forsaking of it, cannot be conceived to be done otherwise then by observing or violating the condition of the Covenant required on our part.
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Thus the Jewes they would hold to the promise, that God was their God, Joh. 8. and yet they brake the Covenant, by failing in the condition required of them.
Thus the Jews they would hold to the promise, that God was their God, John 8. and yet they brake the Covenant, by failing in the condition required of them.
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but to that duty which he requires on our part, to be done by us, in Gen. 17.7. There the name of Covenant is given to Gods promise which he makes to us;
but to that duty which he requires on our part, to be done by us, in Gen. 17.7. There the name of Covenant is given to God's promise which he makes to us;
but afterwards in vers. 9. the same name of Covenant is also given to the duty required of us, I will (saith the Lord to Abraham) establish my Covenant with thee, and what is that? I will be a God unto thee, &c. and thou also shalt keep my Covenant, that is, there is the duty I require of thee, by which thou shalt testifie thy observance of the Covenant; namely, in circumcising thy seed.
but afterwards in vers. 9. the same name of Covenant is also given to the duty required of us, I will (Says the Lord to Abraham) establish my Covenant with thee, and what is that? I will be a God unto thee, etc. and thou also shalt keep my Covenant, that is, there is the duty I require of thee, by which thou shalt testify thy observance of the Covenant; namely, in circumcising thy seed.
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This use of the word (Covenant) being applyed to that which is required of us, shewes plainly that there is a stipulalation or condition in the Covenant required on our part.
This use of the word (Covenant) being applied to that which is required of us, shows plainly that there is a stipulalation or condition in the Covenant required on our part.
6. We reade expresse mention made of the condition, upon which the promise of life and salvation is made; as in Act. 16.31. Believe on the Lord Jesus, and thou shalt be saved, Rom. 10.9.
6. We read express mention made of the condition, upon which the promise of life and salvation is made; as in Act. 16.31. Believe on the Lord jesus, and thou shalt be saved, Rom. 10.9.
If thou believest, thou shalt be saved, &c. 7. Gods dealing with the Israelites when he made his Covenant with them at Mount Sinai, shewes plainly that there is a condition in the Covenant, Exod. 24.3. to 9. when the Lord was about to make up his Covenant betwixt him and them, you see how Moses rehearseth before them the words of the Covenant, that they might know what it was which the Lord required of them;
If thou Believest, thou shalt be saved, etc. 7. God's dealing with the Israelites when he made his Covenant with them At Mount Sinai, shows plainly that there is a condition in the Covenant, Exod 24.3. to 9. when the Lord was about to make up his Covenant betwixt him and them, you see how Moses rehearseth before them the words of the Covenant, that they might know what it was which the Lord required of them;
and they doe twice promise to observe the words of the Covenant, before the bloud of the Covenant, by which it was confirmed, was sprinkled upon them, shewing unto us thereby, that we must for our part assent unto the Covenant, not only accepting the promise of it,
and they do twice promise to observe the words of the Covenant, before the blood of the Covenant, by which it was confirmed, was sprinkled upon them, showing unto us thereby, that we must for our part assent unto the Covenant, not only accepting the promise of it,
not to exclude the condition but to shew the firmnesse, and inviolable and unchangeable nature of it, being confirmed by the death of Christ the Testator,
not to exclude the condition but to show the firmness, and inviolable and unchangeable nature of it, being confirmed by the death of christ the Testator,
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but when they are dead it is unalterable, Gal. 3. Christ hath dyed to confirm his Testament, its therefore now unchangeable, being ratified by his death,
but when they Are dead it is unalterable, Gal. 3. christ hath died to confirm his Testament, its Therefore now unchangeable, being ratified by his death,
And that this is the true reason why the Apostle calls it a Testament, is evident by Heb. 9.16, 17. Where a Testament is (saith the Apostle) there must be the death of the Testator;
And that this is the true reason why the Apostle calls it a Testament, is evident by Hebrew 9.16, 17. Where a Testament is (Says the Apostle) there must be the death of the Testator;
And that the Apostle had no intent (in so calling it) to exclude the condition, is evident by verse 15. where he saith, That Christ is made the Mediator of a better Testament, that through his death those which were called might receive the promise of eternall inheritance;
And that the Apostle had no intent (in so calling it) to exclude the condition, is evident by verse 15. where he Says, That christ is made the Mediator of a better Testament, that through his death those which were called might receive the promise of Eternal inheritance;
These words (those which were called) doe plainely and fully imply the condition required in the Covenant of life, our calling being finished in the working of faith, which is the condition of the Covenant;
These words (those which were called) do plainly and Fully imply the condition required in the Covenant of life, our calling being finished in the working of faith, which is the condition of the Covenant;
but this is confirmed by death, and therefore herein neither matter nor forme can be changed any more; in Joh. 17.24. We have Christ there making his last Will and Testament, to be executed by his Father;
but this is confirmed by death, and Therefore herein neither matter nor Form can be changed any more; in John 17.24. We have christ there making his last Will and Testament, to be executed by his Father;
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and what his Will is, we have it expressed in his own words, Father I will those whom thou hast given me may be where I am, &c. And who those be that hee meaneth by them that are given him, is plainly expressed, verse 20. Even those that believe in his name;
and what his Will is, we have it expressed in his own words, Father I will those whom thou hast given me may be where I am, etc. And who those be that he means by them that Are given him, is plainly expressed, verse 20. Even those that believe in his name;
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but as it was begun, and first made with us and for us in Christ, in which regard it is said to bee made with us before the world began, Tit. 1.2. a promise of grace being made to Christ for us, and to us in him:
but as it was begun, and First made with us and for us in christ, in which regard it is said to be made with us before the world began, Tit. 1.2. a promise of grace being made to christ for us, and to us in him:
Christ receives the promises of grace for us, but he receives not the least of them but upon condition that he must lay down his life for them, that he may performe them unto us as we see in Esay 55.5. Where God the Father makes a promise to Christ, that he shall call a Nation or People to the knowledge of himselfe;
christ receives the promises of grace for us, but he receives not the least of them but upon condition that he must lay down his life for them, that he may perform them unto us as we see in Isaiah 55.5. Where God the Father makes a promise to christ, that he shall call a nation or People to the knowledge of himself;
but in respect of Christ, this is not absolute, but conditionall, as appeares in verse 4. for he must be a witnesse unto the people, to testifie unto them the will of the Father, which he performed in his Propheticall and Priestly Office;
but in respect of christ, this is not absolute, but conditional, as appears in verse 4. for he must be a witness unto the people, to testify unto them the will of the Father, which he performed in his Prophetical and Priestly Office;
yea, he must make his soule an offering for sinne, Esay 53.10. and upon this condition he must have power to call a Nation, to bring them home by effectuall calling unto God;
yea, he must make his soul an offering for sin, Isaiah 53.10. and upon this condition he must have power to call a nation, to bring them home by effectual calling unto God;
2. Consider the Covenant in respect of the end of it, which it leads unto, which is life and salvation, in which respect it is called a Covenant of life and peace, Ma•th. 2.5. and if wee thus consider it, it is conditionall in respect of our selves;
2. Consider the Covenant in respect of the end of it, which it leads unto, which is life and salvation, in which respect it is called a Covenant of life and peace, Ma•th. 2.5. and if we thus Consider it, it is conditional in respect of our selves;
for these promises of life and peace are not made but upon condition of faith and obedience, not to the unbelieving and profane, Rom. 10.9.10, 13. Rom. 8.13. Mat. 5.3.
for these promises of life and peace Are not made but upon condition of faith and Obedience, not to the unbelieving and profane, Rom. 10.9.10, 13. Rom. 8.13. Mathew 5.3.
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3. The giving of the first Grace in our calling, goes before our pesonall Covenant betwixt God and us, by which we bind our selves unto him to take him for our God, to depend upon him,
3. The giving of the First Grace in our calling, Goes before our pesonall Covenant betwixt God and us, by which we bind our selves unto him to take him for our God, to depend upon him,
and then having thus qualified him, the Lord enters into a Covenant with him, requiring of him to walk according to all that Law which was set before him,
and then having thus qualified him, the Lord enters into a Covenant with him, requiring of him to walk according to all that Law which was Set before him,
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and gives us a spirit of faith, and renewing Grace, and then draweth the soule into a Covenant with him, to walk with him in a way of faith, depending upon him by faith, and obeying him by faith:
and gives us a Spirit of faith, and renewing Grace, and then draws the soul into a Covenant with him, to walk with him in a Way of faith, depending upon him by faith, and obeying him by faith:
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Thus it was with Abraham; first God gives unto Abraham a believing heart, then he comes to him and tells him, Abraham, I am come to enter into a Covenant with thee:
Thus it was with Abraham; First God gives unto Abraham a believing heart, then he comes to him and tells him, Abraham, I am come to enter into a Covenant with thee:
all Covenants have a condition, but all Covenants are not therefore one and the same, but do differ according to the difference of the conditions which are made;
all Covenants have a condition, but all Covenants Are not Therefore one and the same, but do differ according to the difference of the conditions which Are made;
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in this way it was that Christ himselfe went into glory, according to that Prayer of his in Iohn 17.4. I have glorified thee here on earth, now therefore glorifie me with thy selfe, with that glory which I had with thee, &c. so must we doe, we must walke by the same way, we must here glorifie that grace, by which we look for glory and honour and eternall life.
in this Way it was that christ himself went into glory, according to that Prayer of his in John 17.4. I have glorified thee Here on earth, now Therefore Glorify me with thy self, with that glory which I had with thee, etc. so must we do, we must walk by the same Way, we must Here Glorify that grace, by which we look for glory and honour and Eternal life.
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2. The Lord would hereby justifie the way of his grace, and stop the mouthes of all such as ate ready to murmure against him, herein shewing his righteousnesse in saving those that do beleeve;
2. The Lord would hereby justify the Way of his grace, and stop the mouths of all such as ate ready to murmur against him, herein showing his righteousness in Saving those that do believe;
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they had wont to say, The wayes of the Lord are not equall, Ezek. 18. and in Mat. 20.11. there are that murmure against him, as if he dealt not equally with them;
they had wont to say, The ways of the Lord Are not equal, Ezekiel 18. and in Mathew 20.11. there Are that murmur against him, as if he dealt not equally with them;
they are complainers Iude 16. ready to challenge God righteousnesse, that they themselves are not saved as well as others; These mouthes must be stopped;
they Are complainers Iude 16. ready to challenge God righteousness, that they themselves Are not saved as well as Others; These mouths must be stopped;
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and when the Lord hath carried on his people, in a way of grace, through faith, patience, submission and obedience to his will, others continuing still in their ca•nall licentiousnesse, this will stop the mouthes of all such compla•nours and murmurers.
and when the Lord hath carried on his people, in a Way of grace, through faith, patience, submission and Obedience to his will, Others Continuing still in their ca•nall licentiousness, this will stop the mouths of all such compla•nours and murmurers.
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and finding our selves to be guided by his Spirit, and inabled in any gracious measure to keep the way of his Covenant which he hath appointed for us to walke in, we might thereby have the more strong consolation, assuring our selves of the fulfilling of his gracious promise towards us;
and finding our selves to be guided by his Spirit, and enabled in any gracious measure to keep the Way of his Covenant which he hath appointed for us to walk in, we might thereby have the more strong consolation, assuring our selves of the fulfilling of his gracious promise towards us;
that his loving kindnesse shall be for ever and ever on them that fear him, and keepe his covenant thinking upon his Commandements to do them, Psal. 103.17, 18. And thus both in respect of glorifying of God, the stopping of the mouthes of the wicked,
that his loving kindness shall be for ever and ever on them that Fear him, and keep his Covenant thinking upon his commandments to do them, Psalm 103.17, 18. And thus both in respect of glorifying of God, the stopping of the mouths of the wicked,
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If there be a condition of the Covenant, then hence it follows, That for the tryall of our interest in the Salvation which the Covenant promiseth, there can be no more direct, evident,
If there be a condition of the Covenant, then hence it follows, That for the trial of our Interest in the Salvation which the Covenant promises, there can be no more Direct, evident,
and therefore termed sometimes such as love God, sometimes merciful, poor in heart upright, and such other, all these flowing from faith, faith shewing it selfe by them.
and Therefore termed sometime such as love God, sometime merciful, poor in heart upright, and such other, all these flowing from faith, faith showing it self by them.
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Now then, faith being the condition of the Covenant, (as we shall shew afterwards) and being known by these other graces accompanying it, here is the way for us to try our selves before God,
Now then, faith being the condition of the Covenant, (as we shall show afterwards) and being known by these other graces accompanying it, Here is the Way for us to try our selves before God,
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And Iohn tells us that in this way we shall assure our hearts, 1 Iohn 3.14, 18, 19. In Rom. 10. The Apostle doth propound the doubt of a weak beleever, inquiring how he may know that he shall be saved;
And John tells us that in this Way we shall assure our hearts, 1 John 3.14, 18, 19. In Rom. 10. The Apostle does propound the doubt of a weak believer, inquiring how he may know that he shall be saved;
but by looking to his faith, For if thou beleevest with thine heart in the Lord Iesus, thou shalt be saved, v. 9. This way of tryal sheweth the true use of those promises which we call conditional;
but by looking to his faith, For if thou Believest with thine heart in the Lord Iesus, thou shalt be saved, v. 9. This Way of trial shows the true use of those promises which we call conditional;
Yea I doubt not to affirme that if we will in ordinary course, have any tryall of our estates by the Word, we must have it in this way, by the conditionall promises;
Yea I doubt not to affirm that if we will in ordinary course, have any trial of our estates by the Word, we must have it in this Way, by the conditional promises;
if therefore we will try, and in a way of tryall have any knowledge of our personall interest in the salvation promised, we must either come to know it by the conditionall promises,
if Therefore we will try, and in a Way of trial have any knowledge of our personal Interest in the salvation promised, we must either come to know it by the conditional promises,
they yeeld a singular incouragement to a poor dejected soul that finds nothing in it self but sin and misery, with hope to cast it selfe upon the free grace of God, seeing he looks at nothing in us for which he should save us,
they yield a singular encouragement to a poor dejected soul that finds nothing in it self but since and misery, with hope to cast it self upon the free grace of God, seeing he looks At nothing in us for which he should save us,
though I be most unworthy, yet I will hang upon this promise because it is for his owne sake that the Lord will perform this mercy, that he may be glorified.
though I be most unworthy, yet I will hang upon this promise Because it is for his own sake that the Lord will perform this mercy, that he may be glorified.
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There be also conditionall promises, (He that beleeveth shall be saved) by meanes of which (we having the experience and feeling of such grace in our selves) we grow to an assurance that we are of those that he will shew that free grace upon.
There be also conditional promises, (He that Believeth shall be saved) by means of which (we having the experience and feeling of such grace in our selves) we grow to an assurance that we Are of those that he will show that free grace upon.
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And thus the absolute promises are laid before us as the foundation of our salvation which is wrought in the adhering to the promise) and the conditionall as the foundation of our assurance.
And thus the absolute promises Are laid before us as the Foundation of our salvation which is wrought in the adhering to the promise) and the conditional as the Foundation of our assurance.
for there being a sum of grace contained in every promise, whether absolute or conditionall, the Lord may let the soule raste of the comfort of that grace by what promise he will when the soule is taken up with some deep and serious meditation of that abundant grace and free goodnes of God towards us,
for there being a sum of grace contained in every promise, whither absolute or conditional, the Lord may let the soul raste of the Comfort of that grace by what promise he will when the soul is taken up with Some deep and serious meditation of that abundant grace and free Goodness of God towards us,
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and the minde is fastned upon some expression of such a promise setting forth that grace unto us, the Spirit sends down that sweetnesse of grace into our hearts, letting us taste and feel the comfort of it. This none will deny.
and the mind is fastened upon Some expression of such a promise setting forth that grace unto us, the Spirit sends down that sweetness of grace into our hearts, letting us taste and feel the Comfort of it. This none will deny.
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the Spirit may give refreshing by an absolute promise, but our way of tryall is by the conditionall, examining our selves by the graces expressed in them,
the Spirit may give refreshing by an absolute promise, but our Way of trial is by the conditional, examining our selves by the graces expressed in them,
and thereupon making application to our selves of the mercy promised, which we cannot doe by the absolute, there being nothing expressed in them to helpe us in this way, 2. Though comfort may he had by an absolute promise,
and thereupon making application to our selves of the mercy promised, which we cannot do by the absolute, there being nothing expressed in them to help us in this Way, 2. Though Comfort may he had by an absolute promise,
yet when times of temptation doe return, when scruples and doubts doe afterwards arise in our heart, we must then turn to the conditionall promises, trying whether the graces expressed in them be wrought in us;
yet when times of temptation do return, when scruples and doubts do afterwards arise in our heart, we must then turn to the conditional promises, trying whither the graces expressed in them be wrought in us;
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and then finding in our selves that faith and love which is in Christ Jesus, we doe thereby grow up in assurance that the former consolation was no other but the consolation of Gods own Spirit.
and then finding in our selves that faith and love which is in christ jesus, we do thereby grow up in assurance that the former consolation was no other but the consolation of God's own Spirit.
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If upon pretence of the seale and witnesse of the Spirit in an absolute promise, any shall despise this way of tryall by the graces that are in them, let them take heed,
If upon pretence of the seal and witness of the Spirit in an absolute promise, any shall despise this Way of trial by the graces that Are in them, let them take heed,
least Sathan (who knows how to transforme himselfe into an Angel of light) doe deceive them with false flashes of comfort, which in the end will cause them to lie down in sorrow.
lest Sathan (who knows how to transform himself into an Angel of Light) do deceive them with false flashes of Comfort, which in the end will cause them to lie down in sorrow.
It is but an unpleasing businesse to separate and oppose the things which God hath so nearely joyned together, to oppose the absolute promises against the conditionall,
It is but an unpleasing business to separate and oppose the things which God hath so nearly joined together, to oppose the absolute promises against the conditional,
For when the Lord saith, he will forgive our sins for his own sake, Esay 43. (which is an absolute promise) this promise intends faith in those in whom it shall be fulfilled;
For when the Lord Says, he will forgive our Sins for his own sake, Isaiah 43. (which is an absolute promise) this promise intends faith in those in whom it shall be fulfilled;
And on the other side, when God promiseth life to such as doe believe (which is a conditionall promise) this promise implies the former freenesse of Grace,
And on the other side, when God promises life to such as do believe (which is a conditional promise) this promise Implies the former freeness of Grace,
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) If any shall here aske, To whom will the Lord performe this mercy promised? To this he answers in the conditionall promise, I will doe it to them which doe believe;
) If any shall Here ask, To whom will the Lord perform this mercy promised? To this he answers in the conditional promise, I will do it to them which do believe;
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The Apostle found no disagreement betwixt Grace and Faith, or betwixt being saved by Grace, and being saved by Faith, Ezek. 2.8. and if Grace and Faith agree so well, then must the absolute and conditionall promises agree also;
The Apostle found no disagreement betwixt Grace and Faith, or betwixt being saved by Grace, and being saved by Faith, Ezekiel 2.8. and if Grace and Faith agree so well, then must the absolute and conditional promises agree also;
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this way of tryall by conditionall promises, Let none count a legall course, as not agreeable to the spirit of the Gospel, This is that way of tryall which Paul (who was no legall Preacher) directed the Saints unto:
this Way of trial by conditional promises, Let none count a Legal course, as not agreeable to the Spirit of the Gospel, This is that Way of trial which Paul (who was no Legal Preacher) directed the Saints unto:
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That wretched Jezabell (whom the Devill sent over hither to poyson these American Churches, with her depths of Sathan which she had learned in the Schoole of the Familists, who made her selfe a Prophetesse,
That wretched Jezebel (whom the devil sent over hither to poison these American Churches, with her depths of Sathan which she had learned in the School of the Familists, who made her self a Prophetess,
Let her damned heresies shee fell into, (denying the resurrection, &c.) and the just vengeance of God, by which she perished, terrifie all her seduced followers from having any more to doe with her leaven, which shee spred among them.
Let her damned heresies she fell into, (denying the resurrection, etc.) and the just vengeance of God, by which she perished, terrify all her seduced followers from having any more to do with her leaven, which she spread among them.
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Ʋse 2. Is there a condition of the Covenant? Then let this provoke us all, who look for the blessing which it brings, to be faith•ull with God in keeping our Covenant with him;
Ʋse 2. Is there a condition of the Covenant? Then let this provoke us all, who look for the blessing which it brings, to be faith•ull with God in keeping our Covenant with him;
Seeing we have a promise left us of entering into his rest, (there is the blessing promised) let us feare least (through unbeliefe) any of us should be deprived (there is the condition required:) The words (through unbeliefe) are not in the Text expressed,
Seeing we have a promise left us of entering into his rest, (there is the blessing promised) let us Fear lest (through unbelief) any of us should be deprived (there is the condition required:) The words (through unbelief) Are not in the Text expressed,
and therefore it is also that when God took Abraham into a Covenant with him, he did not only tell Abraham what he would be unto him, a God to blesse him;
and Therefore it is also that when God took Abraham into a Covenant with him, he did not only tell Abraham what he would be unto him, a God to bless him;
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but he brings Abraham to walk in Covenant with him; Thou also shalt keep my Covenant, (saith the Lord,) Gen. 17.9. Thou shalt walk before me and bee upright, Gen. 17 1. When God takes us into Covenant with him, we are said to be brought into the bond of the Covenant, Ezek. 20. to teach us that now we must look at our selves as tyed and bound unto God, in a Covenant never to be broken;
but he brings Abraham to walk in Covenant with him; Thou also shalt keep my Covenant, (Says the Lord,) Gen. 17.9. Thou shalt walk before me and be upright, Gen. 17 1. When God Takes us into Covenant with him, we Are said to be brought into the bound of the Covenant, Ezekiel 20. to teach us that now we must look At our selves as tied and bound unto God, in a Covenant never to be broken;
neither have we dealt falsely with thee in thy Covenant, as it in Psal. 44.17, 18 this keeps the heart in a comfortable expectation of the blessed hope which is set before us,
neither have we dealt falsely with thee in thy Covenant, as it in Psalm 44.17, 18 this keeps the heart in a comfortable expectation of the blessed hope which is Set before us,
Thus Paul, I have kept the faith, I have finished my course, and now henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousnesse, 2 Tim. 4.7, 8. Let us carefully walk in the condition,
Thus Paul, I have kept the faith, I have finished my course, and now henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, 2 Tim. 4.7, 8. Let us carefully walk in the condition,
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and then the promise will be sure; not only sure in it self, but su•e to us, 2 Pet. 1.10. These bonds of the Covenant are not like the fetters of a prison;
and then the promise will be sure; not only sure in it self, but su•e to us, 2 Pet. 1.10. These bonds of the Covenant Are not like the fetters of a prison;
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& Rom. 10.9, 10. If thou believest in the Lord Jesus, thou shalt be saved; so Acts 18.31. & Joh. 3.16. hence in Rom. 3.27. The Gospel is called the Law of Faith, because as the Law of works doth put works as the condition of that Covenant;
& Rom. 10.9, 10. If thou Believest in the Lord jesus, thou shalt be saved; so Acts 18.31. & John 3.16. hence in Rom. 3.27. The Gospel is called the Law of Faith, Because as the Law of works does put works as the condition of that Covenant;
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Christ is life, and he which hath the Sonne hath hath life, and he which hath not the Son hath not life, 1 Joh. 5.12. We are dead, Colos. 3.3. and our Works are dead, Heb. 9.14. there is no life in them, they cannot bring life unto them that doe them;
christ is life, and he which hath the Son hath hath life, and he which hath not the Son hath not life, 1 John 5.12. We Are dead, Colos 3.3. and our Works Are dead, Hebrew 9.14. there is no life in them, they cannot bring life unto them that do them;
nor can wee quicken our own soules, but Christ is the life of men, Joh. 1.4. Colos. 3.4. and the way to receive Christ, and the life which is in him, is only by faith, Ioh. 1.12. unbeliefe rejects Christ and puts him away;
nor can we quicken our own Souls, but christ is the life of men, John 1.4. Colos 3.4. and the Way to receive christ, and the life which is in him, is only by faith, John 1.12. unbelief rejects christ and puts him away;
2. The condition of the law is now become impossible unto us, through the infirmity of our flesh, Rom. 8.3. and therefore the Apostle saith, that the Law cannot possibly give life, Gal. 3.21.
2. The condition of the law is now become impossible unto us, through the infirmity of our Flesh, Rom. 8.3. and Therefore the Apostle Says, that the Law cannot possibly give life, Gal. 3.21.
we should have shewed our selves men, like men transgressing the Covenant, as Hoseah speaks, Hos. 6.7. This condition being above our ability to performe, the Lord hath in goodnesse appointed another, which is possible through grace to be fulfilled by us, having now received a spirit of faith, (2 Cor. 4.13.) It is now given us to believe, Phil. 1.29. this is possible.
we should have showed our selves men, like men transgressing the Covenant, as Hosea speaks, Hos. 6.7. This condition being above our ability to perform, the Lord hath in Goodness appointed Another, which is possible through grace to be fulfilled by us, having now received a Spirit of faith, (2 Cor. 4.13.) It is now given us to believe, Philip 1.29. this is possible.
3. It is by faith that it might be by grace, Rom. 4.16. The Covenant is stablished upon the condition of faith, that it might appeare to be by grace that wee obtain the blessing:
3. It is by faith that it might be by grace, Rom. 4.16. The Covenant is established upon the condition of faith, that it might appear to be by grace that we obtain the blessing:
but if works had been the condition, this could not have stood with grace, Rom. 11.6. Gods maine end in this Covenant, is the mani•estation of his grace towards his chosen, that his grace may be glorified in them, Ephes. 1.6. 2 Thes. 1.10. that nothing might be left unto man to glory in;
but if works had been the condition, this could not have stood with grace, Rom. 11.6. God's main end in this Covenant, is the mani•estation of his grace towards his chosen, that his grace may be glorified in them, Ephesians 1.6. 2 Thebes 1.10. that nothing might be left unto man to glory in;
but that he which glorieth might glory in the Lord, 1 Cor. 1. ult. &c. 4. It is faith, that the blessing might be sure to those to whom it is promised, Rom. 4.16. Adam had a promise of life, but being made upon condition of working, he never got the blessing by that Covenant;
but that he which Glorieth might glory in the Lord, 1 Cor. 1. ult. etc. 4. It is faith, that the blessing might be sure to those to whom it is promised, Rom. 4.16. Adam had a promise of life, but being made upon condition of working, he never god the blessing by that Covenant;
when Adam first entred into Covenant with God, it was uncertaine whether he should live by it or no, in regard that it was uncertaine whether he would fulfill the condition,
when Adam First entered into Covenant with God, it was uncertain whither he should live by it or no, in regard that it was uncertain whither he would fulfil the condition,
Christ is a sure foundation for them to rest upon, Esay 28.16. the promise also is sure and faithfull, 2 Sam. 23.5. and faith is as an anchor sure and stedfast, Heb. 6.19.
christ is a sure Foundation for them to rest upon, Isaiah 28.16. the promise also is sure and faithful, 2 Sam. 23.5. and faith is as an anchor sure and steadfast, Hebrew 6.19.
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and, Christ being so sure a foundation, the promise sure, and faith taking such sure hold upon both, these three together are as a three•old cord not easily broken,
and, christ being so sure a Foundation, the promise sure, and faith taking such sure hold upon both, these three together Are as a three•old cord not Easily broken,
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and to remember our iniquities no more, and it is faith which maketh us partakers of this blessing also, Acts 10.43. Rom. 3.24, 25. By faith wee are made partakers of the Spirit of holinesse, Gal. 3.14. faith purifies the heart, Acts 15.9. & 26.18. By faith we are kept in the estate of grace unto salvation, 1 Pet. 1.5. Rom. 11.20. we stand by faith, 2 Cor. 1.24. By faith we are made heires and owners of all the good things of this life;
and to Remember our iniquities no more, and it is faith which makes us partakers of this blessing also, Acts 10.43. Rom. 3.24, 25. By faith we Are made partakers of the Spirit of holiness, Gal. 3.14. faith Purifies the heart, Acts 15.9. & 26.18. By faith we Are kept in the estate of grace unto salvation, 1 Pet. 1.5. Rom. 11.20. we stand by faith, 2 Cor. 1.24. By faith we Are made Heirs and owners of all the good things of this life;
We are sonnes by faith, Gal. 3.21. and being sonnes we are also heires, Rom. 8.17. even heires of the world, as Abraham was, Rom. 4.13. and if by faich we be partakers of Christ, then are we with him interested in all other things also, Rom. 8.32.
We Are Sons by faith, Gal. 3.21. and being Sons we Are also Heirs, Rom. 8.17. even Heirs of the world, as Abraham was, Rom. 4.13. and if by faich we be partakers of christ, then Are we with him interested in all other things also, Rom. 8.32.
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Lasty, by faith we obtaine that great and last blessing of the Covenant even the blessing of eternall life, Joh. 3.16, 36. So that faith alone makes us possessors of all the blessings of the Covenant,
Lastly, by faith we obtain that great and last blessing of the Covenant even the blessing of Eternal life, John 3.16, 36. So that faith alone makes us Possessors' of all the blessings of the Covenant,
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and from the promise, and causing us to live by faith in the promise, according to that in Gal. 2.20. the life which I now live, I live by the faith of the Sonne of God;
and from the promise, and causing us to live by faith in the promise, according to that in Gal. 2.20. the life which I now live, I live by the faith of the Son of God;
and then we having received the gift, the habit, then (I say) the Lord requires of us that we should put forth acts of faith, both by waiting upon him, to receive from him all the good which he hath promised,
and then we having received the gift, the habit, then (I say) the Lord requires of us that we should put forth acts of faith, both by waiting upon him, to receive from him all the good which he hath promised,
this work of faith the Apostle shews fully to have been in those Saints, in Heb. 11. both in expecting the promise, with patient suffering under the hope of it,
this work of faith the Apostle shows Fully to have been in those Saints, in Hebrew 11. both in expecting the promise, with patient suffering under the hope of it,
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and these acts of faith are implyed in that expression of walking by faith, 2 Cor. 5. and the work of faith, 1 Thes. 1.3. and in that faith is said to work by love, Gal. 5. all tending to shew that it is the act and work of of faith which is required on our part.
and these acts of faith Are employed in that expression of walking by faith, 2 Cor. 5. and the work of faith, 1 Thebes 1.3. and in that faith is said to work by love, Gal. 5. all tending to show that it is the act and work of of faith which is required on our part.
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Reas. 1. It is the act of faith which receives the promise, and Christ in the promise, Joh. 1.12. Heb. 11.13. A man may have an hand and yet not have the gift which is offered him unlesse hee put forth his hand to receive it;
Reas. 1. It is the act of faith which receives the promise, and christ in the promise, John 1.12. Hebrew 11.13. A man may have an hand and yet not have the gift which is offered him unless he put forth his hand to receive it;
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but that was not the condition of the Covenant betwixt God and him, but the acting of that inward habit in acts of obedience, was the condition of the Covenant;
but that was not the condition of the Covenant betwixt God and him, but the acting of that inward habit in acts of Obedience, was the condition of the Covenant;
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First, That in the making up of the Covenant betwixt God and us, God is first with us, he is the first mover, he begins with us, before we begin with him;
First, That in the making up of the Covenant betwixt God and us, God is First with us, he is the First mover, he begins with us, before we begin with him;
1. He breaks us off from our Covenant with Hell and Death, makes us sensible of our undone estate, makes us see that we are without God, without Christ, without hope, Ephes. 2. that we are not under mercy, that wee are not of his people, 1 Pet. 2.
1. He breaks us off from our Covenant with Hell and Death, makes us sensible of our undone estate, makes us see that we Are without God, without christ, without hope, Ephesians 2. that we Are not under mercy, that we Are not of his people, 1 Pet. 2.
he goes into the streets and open places as it is in Prov. 1.20, 21. and there makes publike proclamation, Ho, ho, every one that will, Come yee unto me,
he Goes into the streets and open places as it is in Curae 1.20, 21. and there makes public proclamation, Ho, ho, every one that will, Come ye unto me,
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and I will make an everlasting Covenant with you, Esay 55.3. Esay 65.1. yea more, he comes and beseeches us to be reconciled unto him, 2 Cor. 5.20. and speaks to us as pittying us; Jer. 3.12. and lamenting over us, Ezek. 33.11. thereby to perswade us to come into a Covenant with him.
and I will make an everlasting Covenant with you, Isaiah 55.3. Isaiah 65.1. yea more, he comes and Beseeches us to be reconciled unto him, 2 Cor. 5.20. and speaks to us as pitying us; Jer. 3.12. and lamenting over us, Ezekiel 33.11. thereby to persuade us to come into a Covenant with him.
3. By the hearing of these promises and offers of grace, the Lord usually scattereth some little seeds of faith in the hearts of those that he will bring unto himselfe;
3. By the hearing of these promises and offers of grace, the Lord usually Scattereth Some little seeds of faith in the hearts of those that he will bring unto himself;
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but sometimes (and that most usually) before that faith hath done any great thing in seeking after God, to make a Covenant with him, the Lord doth againe withdraw himselfe,
but sometime (and that most usually) before that faith hath done any great thing in seeking After God, to make a Covenant with him, the Lord does again withdraw himself,
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faith doth alwaies follow the Word, and doth nothing but as it hath a word of Faith to guide its way, it goes step by step as it hath the light of the word directing and going before;
faith does always follow the Word, and does nothing but as it hath a word of Faith to guide its Way, it Goes step by step as it hath the Light of the word directing and going before;
faith doth not prescribe unto God, it will not presume to appoint the conditions of the Covenant, onely it answers and applyes it selfe to Gods offer, taking conditions of peace, but giving none.
faith does not prescribe unto God, it will not presume to appoint the conditions of the Covenant, only it answers and Applies it self to God's offer, taking conditions of peace, but giving none.
Now in that main promise of the Covenant (which is indeed the sum of all) I will be thy God, God offers himself unto us two wayes, (as hath been before shewed in the opening of that promise,) First, he offers himselfe unto us as a God of mercy to pardon us;
Now in that main promise of the Covenant (which is indeed the sum of all) I will be thy God, God offers himself unto us two ways, (as hath been before showed in the opening of that promise,) First, he offers himself unto us as a God of mercy to pardon us;
First accepting the grace offered, resting upon God for all the mercy which he hath promised. 2. Taking God to bee a God over us submitting to his government and authority, to command us and to rule us in all things according to his own will;
First accepting the grace offered, resting upon God for all the mercy which he hath promised. 2. Taking God to be a God over us submitting to his government and Authority, to command us and to Rule us in all things according to his own will;
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these two things faith doth, and so takes hold of the Covenant in the same way and order as God offers it. 1. God makes himself known to us as a God of mercy, gracious, long-suffering, pardoning iniquity, transgression, and sin, he offers himselfe to be reconciled unto us,
these two things faith does, and so Takes hold of the Covenant in the same Way and order as God offers it. 1. God makes himself known to us as a God of mercy, gracious, long-suffering, pardoning iniquity, Transgression, and since, he offers himself to be reconciled unto us,
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Now the worke of Faith in respect of this offer of grace is only to accept the grace offered, to lay hold on it and take it unto our selves being so freely offered;
Now the work of Faith in respect of this offer of grace is only to accept the grace offered, to lay hold on it and take it unto our selves being so freely offered;
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and the hand of faith receives it and makes it our owne, and this it doth by such steps and degrees as these that follow, wherein though I should not limit the Lords dealing with all his,
and the hand of faith receives it and makes it our own, and this it does by such steps and Degrees as these that follow, wherein though I should not limit the lords dealing with all his,
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1. By hearing the great things proposed in the Covenant, it stirs up in the heart a deep and serious consideration of the blessed condition of those people that are in Covenant with God;
1. By hearing the great things proposed in the Covenant, it stirs up in the heart a deep and serious consideration of the blessed condition of those people that Are in Covenant with God;
Oh what a blessed estate is it (thinkes such a one,) to be in favour with God, to be one of his covenanted people? It makes him say with Moses, Blessed art thou O Israel, a people saved by the Lord, Deut. 33. It saith with David, No people O Lord, is like thy people Israel, whom thou hast redeemed unto thy selfe, 2 Sam. 7.23.
O what a blessed estate is it (thinks such a one,) to be in favour with God, to be one of his covenanted people? It makes him say with Moses, Blessed art thou Oh Israel, a people saved by the Lord, Deuteronomy 33. It Says with David, No people Oh Lord, is like thy people Israel, whom thou hast redeemed unto thy self, 2 Sam. 7.23.
Secondly, a consideration of the wellfare of those that were in his Fathers house (they have bread enough.) So it is with those poor soules in which faith begins to work, to draw them back into Covenant with God;
Secondly, a consideration of the welfare of those that were in his Father's house (they have bred enough.) So it is with those poor Souls in which faith begins to work, to draw them back into Covenant with God;
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good being beleived, cannot but be desired, and longed for, and therefore faith now beleeving the benefit of being in favour and Covenant with God, it cannot but work desires after it;
good being believed, cannot but be desired, and longed for, and Therefore faith now believing the benefit of being in favour and Covenant with God, it cannot but work Desires After it;
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Never did David more long for the waters of the well of Bethlehem, then such a soul touched with the sence of sin, doth desire to be at peace with God and in covenant with him,
Never did David more long for the waters of the well of Bethlehem, then such a soul touched with the sense of since, does desire to be At peace with God and in Covenant with him,
and therefore it is that they are said to thirst after the the Lord, Psal. 42.2. to pant after him, Psal. 42.1. to gaspe after him, Psal. 119. longing for communion and peace with him. Thus in Esay 26.9. with their soules they desire him in the night, and with their spirit in the morning;
and Therefore it is that they Are said to thirst After thee the Lord, Psalm 42.2. to pant After him, Psalm 42.1. to gasp After him, Psalm 119. longing for communion and peace with him. Thus in Isaiah 26.9. with their Souls they desire him in the night, and with their Spirit in the morning;
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hence it comes to passe that the soule being pressed with sence of sin, therefore though its desires be strong, yet hope of obtaining is but feeble and vveak, vve seeming to our selves utterly unworthy (as indeed we are) and uncapable (which we are not) of so high a priviledge as this is, to be in favour and Covenant with the most high God.
hence it comes to pass that the soul being pressed with sense of since, Therefore though its Desires be strong, yet hope of obtaining is but feeble and weak, we seeming to our selves utterly unworthy (as indeed we Are) and uncapable (which we Are not) of so high a privilege as this is, to be in favour and Covenant with the most high God.
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faine would the poor soul be joyned to the Lord, Isai. 56. but being as yet dismayed with the sence of sin, he stands like the poor Publican afar off,
feign would the poor soul be joined to the Lord, Isaiah 56. but being as yet dismayed with the sense of since, he Stands like the poor Publican afar off,
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and weak and speechlesse, and can onely look towards the mother for helpe, the cast of the eye (after a sort) expressing and signifying what it would say:
and weak and speechless, and can only look towards the mother for help, the cast of the eye (After a sort) expressing and signifying what it would say:
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Thus doth faith being yet weak, it would speak unto God but cannot, onely it hath its eye towards heaven, looking for grace and mercy according to Iehoshaphats speech, Our eyes are towards thee, 2 Chron. 20. It hungers and thirsts after grace,
Thus does faith being yet weak, it would speak unto God but cannot, only it hath its eye towards heaven, looking for grace and mercy according to Iehoshaphats speech, Our eyes Are towards thee, 2 Chronicles 20. It hunger's and thirsts After grace,
but sence of unworthinesse, consciousnesse of manifold sinnes, the sentence of the Law like the thundering and lightning at Mount Sinai, all of them being sharpned by Satans working in them and with them, doe strike such a fear into the heart, (as was in Israel then,) that though desires be stirring and working,
but sense of unworthiness, consciousness of manifold Sins, the sentence of the Law like the thundering and lightning At Mount Sinai, all of them being sharpened by Satan working in them and with them, do strike such a Fear into the heart, (as was in Israel then,) that though Desires be stirring and working,
how hee invites all to come unto him, even every one that thirsts, Esay 55. telling us, That whosoever comes unto him, he will not cast away, Joh. 6.37.
how he invites all to come unto him, even every one that thirsts, Isaiah 55. telling us, That whosoever comes unto him, he will not cast away, John 6.37.
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This businesse, and multitude of other occasions, cannot be done together, and therefore the soule must be alone, that it may the more fully commune with it selfe,
This business, and multitude of other occasions, cannot be done together, and Therefore the soul must be alone, that it may the more Fully commune with it self,
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He is glad to hear of any hope, and how others have beene succoured and pulled out of the like distresse, &c. but though he hath an eare open unto these and the like helps,
He is glad to hear of any hope, and how Others have been succored and pulled out of the like distress, etc. but though he hath an ear open unto these and the like helps,
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And whiles the soule is thus alone, with it selfe and with God, sometimes thinking of its own misery and sinne, sometimes of the Lords mercy now presented in such and such promises;
And while the soul is thus alone, with it self and with God, sometime thinking of its own misery and sin, sometime of the lords mercy now presented in such and such promises;
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sometimes calling to minde how others have found favour with God, notwithstanding their sinnes, sometimes thinking what should move the Lord thus to invite us,
sometime calling to mind how Others have found favour with God, notwithstanding their Sins, sometime thinking what should move the Lord thus to invite us,
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why (thinks the soule) should the Lord doe thus, if there were no hope that he would receive me? whiles I say, the soule being alone, is thus exercised in these thoughts, at length the fire kindles,
why (thinks the soul) should the Lord do thus, if there were no hope that he would receive me? while I say, the soul being alone, is thus exercised in these thoughts, At length the fire kindles,
5. In the fifth place, the soule resolves now to go to the throne of Grace, suing for Grace, proving whether the Lord will bee gracious and mercifull, to accept of a reconciliation;
5. In the fifth place, the soul resolves now to go to the throne of Grace, suing for Grace, proving whither the Lord will be gracious and merciful, to accept of a reconciliation;
faith speaks within, as they did in Jonah 3.9. who can tell whether the Lord will return &c. and as Amos 5.15. It may be the Lord may yet be mercifull;
faith speaks within, as they did in Jonah 3.9. who can tell whither the Lord will return etc. and as Amos 5.15. It may be the Lord may yet be merciful;
who knowing that they were sure to perish if they sate still, resolved to try what might befall them in going into the Camp of the Aramites; and as Esther who would try whether the King would hold out his golden Sceper towards her, yea or no;
who knowing that they were sure to perish if they sat still, resolved to try what might befall them in going into the Camp of the Aramites; and as Esther who would try whither the King would hold out his golden Sceper towards her, yea or no;
and hearing also such gracious invitations, &c. thereupon resolves to goe and seek the Lord begging Grace and acceptance before him. (Doth the Lord say, seek yee my face? the heart answers within, Lord I will seek thy face;
and hearing also such gracious invitations, etc. thereupon resolves to go and seek the Lord begging Grace and acceptance before him. (Does the Lord say, seek ye my face? the heart answers within, Lord I will seek thy face;
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for thou art the Lord our God, Ier. 3.22.) And now the soule betakes it selfe unto God, sending up complaints against it selfe, with lamentations for its own sinfull rebellions, accompanyed with strong cryes to heaven, with sighes and groanes of Spirit which cannot be expressed;
for thou art the Lord our God, Jeremiah 3.22.) And now the soul betakes it self unto God, sending up complaints against it self, with lamentations for its own sinful rebellions, accompanied with strong cries to heaven, with sighs and groans of Spirit which cannot be expressed;
it confesseth with grief and bitter mourning, all former iniquities, smites upon the thigh with repenting Epharim, lies down at Gods foot-stoole, putting its mouth in the dust, acknowledging Gods righteousnesse if he should condemn and cast off for ever,
it Confesses with grief and bitter mourning, all former iniquities, smites upon the thigh with repenting Ephraim, lies down At God's footstool, putting its Mouth in the dust, acknowledging God's righteousness if he should condemn and cast off for ever,
if any thing may give him hope, and as Benhadads servants lay at catch with the King of Israel, to see if they could take occasion by any thing which fell from him, to plead for the life of Benhadad; so doth the poore soule that is now pleading for life and grace, it watcheth narrowly to see if any thing may come from God, any intimation of favour, any word of comfort that may tend to peace;
if any thing may give him hope, and as Benhadad's Servants lay At catch with the King of Israel, to see if they could take occasion by any thing which fell from him, to plead for the life of Benhadad; so does the poor soul that is now pleading for life and grace, it watches narrowly to see if any thing may come from God, any intimation of favour, any word of Comfort that may tend to peace;
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though David was not in the beginning of that work we now speak of, yet the case is alike, he was now in his own sence as if he had been to begin anew, and thus in Psal. 85.8.
though David was not in the beginning of that work we now speak of, yet the case is alike, he was now in his own sense as if he had been to begin anew, and thus in Psalm 85.8.
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as hee did, blesse me, even me also, send me not away without a blessing; it resolves to wait, and look up, untill the Lord shew mercy, Psal. 123.2. Lament. 3.49, 50.
as he did, bless me, even me also, send me not away without a blessing; it resolves to wait, and look up, until the Lord show mercy, Psalm 123.2. Lament. 3.49, 50.
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applying some promise of Grace to the conscience by his own spirit, letting the soule feele and taste the comfort of such a promise, more effectually then ever it could before;
applying Some promise of Grace to the conscience by his own Spirit, letting the soul feel and taste the Comfort of such a promise, more effectually then ever it could before;
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Here then the Lord doth not any longer hold the soule in suspence and doubting, by propounding unto it such promises of hope, (as I may so call them) It may be yee shall bee hid in the day of wrath, Zeph. 2.3. but he speaks full peace, as Esay 41.10. Feare not, for I am thy God;
Here then the Lord does not any longer hold the soul in suspense and doubting, by propounding unto it such promises of hope, (as I may so call them) It may be ye shall be hid in the day of wrath, Zephaniah 2.3. but he speaks full peace, as Isaiah 41.10. fear not, for I am thy God;
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I have received a reconciliation, Iob 33. Goe in peace. Here •aith waxeth bold, and with a glad heart entertaineth the promise thus brought home unto it;
I have received a reconciliation, Job 33. Go in peace. Here •aith Waxes bold, and with a glad heart entertaineth the promise thus brought home unto it;
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the Apostle expresseth this with a word very significant, calling it an embracing of the promise, Heb. 11.13. embracing implyes an affectionate receiving, with both armes opened, to shew an heart enlarged to those that come unto us;
the Apostle Expresses this with a word very significant, calling it an embracing of the promise, Hebrew 11.13. embracing Implies an affectionate receiving, with both arms opened, to show an heart enlarged to those that come unto us;
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so doe wee give unto him the hand of faith, yeilding up our selves unto him, committing our selves unto him to bee kept by him unto salvation according to his Covenant and promise.
so do we give unto him the hand of faith, yielding up our selves unto him, committing our selves unto him to be kept by him unto salvation according to his Covenant and promise.
And thus is this part of the Covenant made up betwixt God and us, and the soule now sayes within it selfe, I that was sometimes an enemy, he hath now reconciled unto himselfe;
And thus is this part of the Covenant made up betwixt God and us, and the soul now Says within it self, I that was sometime an enemy, he hath now reconciled unto himself;
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Thus we see how faith closeth with the first part of the Covenant, that God will be a God of mercy unto us, to blesse us with blessings of peace, &c. 2. Concerning the other part of it;
Thus we see how faith closeth with the First part of the Covenant, that God will be a God of mercy unto us, to bless us with blessings of peace, etc. 2. Concerning the other part of it;
wherein God offers himselfe unto us to be a God over us, to rule us and govern us in obedience to his will, faith works the soule to a closing with this also.
wherein God offers himself unto us to be a God over us, to Rule us and govern us in Obedience to his will, faith works the soul to a closing with this also.
The converting sinner, having tasted the fruit of his own former wayes, and finding how bitter and evill it is that he hath sinned, doth now desire to resign up himself to the Lords government, being willing to deny his own will,
The converting sinner, having tasted the fruit of his own former ways, and finding how bitter and evil it is that he hath sinned, does now desire to resign up himself to the lords government, being willing to deny his own will,
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by faith we see him in his Excellency and Majesty, cloathed with glory and honour, riding upon the Heavens, attended upon with thousand thousands of Angels ministring unto him:
by faith we see him in his Excellency and Majesty, clothed with glory and honour, riding upon the Heavens, attended upon with thousand thousands of Angels ministering unto him:
now there is no more question made, who shall have the dominion, though in times past we had said, this man shall not reign over us, Luk. 19. yet now it is our chiefe desire, that his Kindome may come into us and beare sway in us;
now there is no more question made, who shall have the dominion, though in times past we had said, this man shall not Reign over us, Luk. 19. yet now it is our chief desire, that his Kingdom may come into us and bear sway in us;
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Faith sets before us also the benefits and kindnesse of God towards us, and so perswades us by those mercies of God to give up our selves as a sacrifice in humble obedience unto his will, Rom. 12.1. Faith reasoneth in the heart as David did, I will prayse thee O Lord with my whole heart;
Faith sets before us also the benefits and kindness of God towards us, and so persuades us by those Mercies of God to give up our selves as a sacrifice in humble Obedience unto his will, Rom. 12.1. Faith reasoneth in the heart as David did, I will praise thee Oh Lord with my Whole heart;
yea, I will glorifie thy name for ever, for great is thy mercy towards me, thou hast delivered my soule from the lowest grave, Psal. 86.12, 13. Faith makes us speak to God as the Israelites did to Gideon, when he had delivered them out of the hand of the Midianites, Come (say they) unto him, and reign over us, both thou and thy son,
yea, I will Glorify thy name for ever, for great is thy mercy towards me, thou hast Delivered my soul from the lowest grave, Psalm 86.12, 13. Faith makes us speak to God as the Israelites did to gideon, when he had Delivered them out of the hand of the midianites, Come (say they) unto him, and Reign over us, both thou and thy son,
for thou hast delivered us out of the hand of Midian, Iudg. 8.22. Now God is counted worthy of all honour and service, Apoc. 4.7. & 5.12.13. Worthy to be exalted and glorified;
for thou hast Delivered us out of the hand of Midian, Judges 8.22. Now God is counted worthy of all honour and service, Apocalypse 4.7. & 5.12.13. Worthy to be exalted and glorified;
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having felt the misery of those former slaveries in which it hath been holden, having been in the Iron Furnace of Aegypt, and sate by the waters of Babel, and wept there, having been under such cruell Lords,
having felt the misery of those former slaveries in which it hath been held, having been in the Iron Furnace of Egypt, and sat by the waters of Babel, and wept there, having been under such cruel lords,
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and now the blessing of the Lords government, the Laws of God which were before counted as cords and bands, fitter for bondslaves then for free-men, are now esteemed holy,
and now the blessing of the lords government, the Laws of God which were before counted as cords and bans, fitter for bondslaves then for freemen, Are now esteemed holy,
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and just, and good Rom 7. Faith believes that which the Lord hath said, that he hath given us his Commandements for our good, that it may goe well with us for ever, Deut. 12.
and just, and good Rom 7. Faith believes that which the Lord hath said, that he hath given us his commandments for our good, that it may go well with us for ever, Deuteronomy 12.
Yet now the soule having by faith believed his goodnesse towards us, is thereby reconciled unto him, it layes down all weapons of defiance, and submits in love.
Yet now the soul having by faith believed his Goodness towards us, is thereby reconciled unto him, it lays down all weapons of defiance, and submits in love.
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Like as a Traytor having found the gracious favour of his Prince, in pardoning his treacherous practises, his naughty heart which was before so full of treachery, is now overcome with this undeserved favour;
Like as a Traitor having found the gracious favour of his Prince, in pardoning his treacherous practises, his naughty heart which was before so full of treachery, is now overcome with this undeserved favour;
so we also, having been in times past rebels against God, haters of him, enemies unto him, having had our mindes set upon evill things, Col. 1. are now overcome by his goodnesse towards us, our heart is turned to him, our hatred is turned into love, faith working love causing us to love him,
so we also, having been in times passed rebels against God, haters of him, enemies unto him, having had our minds Set upon evil things, Col. 1. Are now overcome by his Goodness towards us, our heart is turned to him, our hatred is turned into love, faith working love causing us to love him,
there is a keeping of Covenant required of us, as well as a making of Covenant with God, Gen. 17 7, 9. in Psal. 50.5. the Saints are said to make a Covenant with God; but in Psal. 103.18. they are said to keep his Covenant;
there is a keeping of Covenant required of us, as well as a making of Covenant with God, Gen. 17 7, 9. in Psalm 50.5. the Saints Are said to make a Covenant with God; but in Psalm 103.18. they Are said to keep his Covenant;
faith doth first enter us into Covenant with God (as we have seen above) and then by the same faith we are carried on to a keeping of the Covenant made;
faith does First enter us into Covenant with God (as we have seen above) and then by the same faith we Are carried on to a keeping of the Covenant made;
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If we be in danger, faith looks unto God for safety and deliverance, 2 Chron. 14.11. Acts 27.25. It believes the promises of deliverance, and depends upon them;
If we be in danger, faith looks unto God for safety and deliverance, 2 Chronicles 14.11. Acts 27.25. It believes the promises of deliverance, and depends upon them;
and looks to the faithfulnesse and stability of his Covenant; hoping still to finde mercy, and forgivenesse with him, albeit we have sinned against him;
and looks to the faithfulness and stability of his Covenant; hoping still to find mercy, and forgiveness with him, albeit we have sinned against him;
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And when we doe thus put forth our faith in the exercise and acts of it, depending by it upon God in all our occasions, this is the life of faith, which the Scripture speaks of, this is to live by faith, Hab. 2. and to walk by faith, 2 Cor. 5.
And when we do thus put forth our faith in the exercise and acts of it, depending by it upon God in all our occasions, this is the life of faith, which the Scripture speaks of, this is to live by faith, Hab. 2. and to walk by faith, 2 Cor. 5.
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yet was he so confident of Gods goodnesse towards that people, that he was bold to promise good to Jethro his Father-in-Law, in case he would joyn himselfe unto them,
yet was he so confident of God's Goodness towards that people, that he was bold to promise good to Jethro his Father-in-Law, in case he would join himself unto them,
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and thou shalt glorifie me,) to this faith assents also, and carries us on in an answerable conversation, thereby testifying before all the world, that we have set up the Lord to be our God, to command us,
and thou shalt Glorify me,) to this faith assents also, and carries us on in an answerable Conversation, thereby testifying before all the world, that we have Set up the Lord to be our God, to command us,
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1. Faith hath alwayes an eye to the rule and command of God which he hath set before us to walke by, it attends constantly to the Tables of the Covenant;
1. Faith hath always an eye to the Rule and command of God which he hath Set before us to walk by, it attends constantly to the Tables of the Covenant;
therefore it is that David prayes, Teach me good judgement and knowl•dge, for I have beleeved thy Commandements, Psal. 119.66. as if he should say, I beleve and know that what thou commandest is good, teach me to judge aright and know thy Commandements;
Therefore it is that David prays, Teach me good judgement and knowl•dge, for I have believed thy commandments, Psalm 119.66. as if he should say, I believe and know that what thou Commandest is good, teach me to judge aright and know thy commandments;
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if we bee to perform any office of love, mercy, or justice towards men, it hath an eye to the word in all these, to doe every thing according to the pattern set down in the word;
if we be to perform any office of love, mercy, or Justice towards men, it hath an eye to the word in all these, to do every thing according to the pattern Set down in the word;
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as we are of him, and live in him and by him, so by faith we live to him and for him, Rom. 14.7, 8. 1 Cor. 10.31. 1 Pet. 4.11. 2 Cor. 5.15. Reason tells us we must be for our selves, but faith tells us we must be for God;
as we Are of him, and live in him and by him, so by faith we live to him and for him, Rom. 14.7, 8. 1 Cor. 10.31. 1 Pet. 4.11. 2 Cor. 5.15. Reason tells us we must be for our selves, but faith tells us we must be for God;
this God claimes as his right and due, and faith also assents unto; God faith, Thou shalt glorifie me, Psal. 50.15. Faith saith, I will glorifie thee for ever, Psal. 66.12. 3 Faith shields us against the hindrances and temptations which we daily meet withall in our Christian course;
this God claims as his right and due, and faith also assents unto; God faith, Thou shalt Glorify me, Psalm 50.15. Faith Says, I will Glorify thee for ever, Psalm 66.12. 3 Faith shields us against the hindrances and temptations which we daily meet withal in our Christian course;
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even a better and more enduring substance, Heb. 10. those earthly pleasures which seem so pleasing to the eye of sence, are but empty and vain shaddowes in the eye of faith, which looks at things afar off, at things to come, at things within the vaile, where Christ the fore-runner is gone before to prepare a place for us, Hebr. 6. Sometimes again we are tempted on the left-hand with crosses, persecutions, afflictions,
even a better and more enduring substance, Hebrew 10. those earthly pleasures which seem so pleasing to the eye of sense, Are but empty and vain shadows in the eye of faith, which looks At things afar off, At things to come, At things within the veil, where christ the forerunner is gone before to prepare a place for us, Hebrew 6. Sometime again we Are tempted on the Left hand with Crosses, persecutions, afflictions,
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but here also our faith helpes us to overcome, and makes us conquerors through Christ that hath loved us, by setting before us the end of our patience and faith, telling us that these short sufferings of this present time, will bring unto us an eternall waight of glory, 2 Cor. 4.17. and that all the sufferings of this present life are not worthy of the glory to be revealed, Rom. 8.18. and thus faith makes us to despise the shame and the sorrow which we now suffer, looking to the joy which is set before us, Heb. 12.2. and thus faith is our victory by which we overcome the world, and do continue faithful and stedfast in our Covenant unto the end.
but Here also our faith helps us to overcome, and makes us conquerors through christ that hath loved us, by setting before us the end of our patience and faith, telling us that these short sufferings of this present time, will bring unto us an Eternal weight of glory, 2 Cor. 4.17. and that all the sufferings of this present life Are not worthy of the glory to be revealed, Rom. 8.18. and thus faith makes us to despise the shame and the sorrow which we now suffer, looking to the joy which is Set before us, Hebrew 12.2. and thus faith is our victory by which we overcome the world, and do continue faithful and steadfast in our Covenant unto the end.
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First it perswades us of acceptance that the Lord will have a gracious respect unto our services which we present before him, Gen. 4. The Lord hath promised to accept our services which are done in faith, Isai. 56.7. and thereby faith encourageth us to every good worke:
First it persuades us of acceptance that the Lord will have a gracious respect unto our services which we present before him, Gen. 4. The Lord hath promised to accept our services which Are done in faith, Isaiah 56.7. and thereby faith Encourageth us to every good work:
What will not a subject do, if he know his King will take in good part the service which is tendred unto him? sometimes they run themselves out of all to humour them:
What will not a Subject doe, if he know his King will take in good part the service which is tendered unto him? sometime they run themselves out of all to humour them:
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Secondly, faith assures us of a reward which shall be given us, faith sees a recompence in the hand of God, Heb. 11. 2•. as knowing that he will not forget our labour of love which we have shewed unto his name;
Secondly, faith assures us of a reward which shall be given us, faith sees a recompense in the hand of God, Hebrew 11. 2•. as knowing that he will not forget our labour of love which we have showed unto his name;
Faith is a strengthening grace, renewing our strength as the Eagles, increasing power in our inward man, Ephes. 3.16, 17. unbeleefe weakens the heart,
Faith is a strengthening grace, renewing our strength as the Eagles, increasing power in our inward man, Ephesians 3.16, 17. unbelief weakens the heart,
1. By faith we look at Christ as having all fulnesse of grace in himselfe, Joh. 1.16. Col. 1.19. All others (Angels or Saints) have but their measure, some more, some lesse, according to the measure of the gift of Christ, Ephes. 4.7. but Christ hath received the spirit not by measure but in the fulnesse of it, John 3.34. Faith looks at this fulnesse of Christ.
1. By faith we look At christ as having all fullness of grace in himself, John 1.16. Col. 1.19. All Others (Angels or Saints) have but their measure, Some more, Some less, according to the measure of the gift of christ, Ephesians 4.7. but christ hath received the Spirit not by measure but in the fullness of it, John 3.34. Faith looks At this fullness of christ.
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his meeknesse and patience, to make us meek and patient, and so in the rest, &c. 3. By faith we look at Christ as faithfull to distribute unto us all such grace as he hath received for us;
his meekness and patience, to make us meek and patient, and so in the rest, etc. 3. By faith we look At christ as faithful to distribute unto us all such grace as he hath received for us;
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and he hath promised, that the holy Ghost shall take of his, and shall give unto us, Ioh. 16. and that the father shall give the holy Ghost unto those that desire him, Luk. 11. these promses faith feeds upon,
and he hath promised, that the holy Ghost shall take of his, and shall give unto us, John 16. and that the father shall give the holy Ghost unto those that desire him, Luk. 11. these promises faith feeds upon,
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and being thus received by faith, we see how faith enables us with all power to fulfill the Covenant which we have made with God, &c. 2. Faith gets an assisting strength from Christ;
and being thus received by faith, we see how faith enables us with all power to fulfil the Covenant which we have made with God, etc. 2. Faith gets an assisting strength from christ;
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Besides that which is inherent, dwelling within us, there is an assisting power of Christ, by which he helps his servants that cast themselves upon his help;
Beside that which is inherent, Dwelling within us, there is an assisting power of christ, by which he helps his Servants that cast themselves upon his help;
and so it is (after a sort) in the ordinary duties we take in hand. 1 Chron. 15.26. In carrying the Ark God helped the Levites which were to beare it, the Lord assisted them;
and so it is (After a sort) in the ordinary duties we take in hand. 1 Chronicles 15.26. In carrying the Ark God helped the Levites which were to bear it, the Lord assisted them;
but which is with me, (NONLATINALPHABET) as implying an assisting grace, strengthening him to doe above that which any thing in himselfe could have reached unto; Compare together, 1 Pet. 5.9. with Rom. 16.20. in the one of these places, the Apostle bids us to resist Sathan by faith;
but which is with me, () as implying an assisting grace, strengthening him to do above that which any thing in himself could have reached unto; Compare together, 1 Pet. 5.9. with Rom. 16.20. in the one of these places, the Apostle bids us to resist Sathan by faith;
This assisting power the Lord hath promised to his people, Judg. 6.14, 15, 16. 2 Chro. 15.2. Act. 18.9, 10. And faith rests upon these promises, 2 Chron. 14.11. and this makes all things possible to a believer, Mark. 9.23. because faith sets Gods own power awork, to work that by us which of our selves we could never doe;
This assisting power the Lord hath promised to his people, Judges 6.14, 15, 16. 2 Chro 15.2. Act. 18.9, 10. And faith rests upon these promises, 2 Chronicles 14.11. and this makes all things possible to a believer, Mark. 9.23. Because faith sets God's own power awork, to work that by us which of our selves we could never do;
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Thus faith furnisheth us with all strength, enabling us to walk with God in a holy conversation, according to the tenour of the Covenant which the Lord hath made with us.
Thus faith furnisheth us with all strength, enabling us to walk with God in a holy Conversation, according to the tenor of the Covenant which the Lord hath made with us.
the true believer though he doth not deale falsely with God in his Covenant, Psal. 44.17. yet he may and sometimes doth walk weakly in the keeping of it, because he doth not stirre up his faith, in which his strength lyeth;
the true believer though he does not deal falsely with God in his Covenant, Psalm 44.17. yet he may and sometime does walk weakly in the keeping of it, Because he does not stir up his faith, in which his strength lies;
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It casts shame upon our faces, that after all the grace which hath been shewed unto us, we should so requite the Lord, with such undutifull carriages, Deut. 32. Ezrah 9.6.
It Cast shame upon our faces, that After all the grace which hath been showed unto us, we should so requite the Lord, with such undutiful carriages, Deuteronomy 32. Ezrah 9.6.
yet there is hope in Israel for all this, Ezrah 10.3. It remindes us of those promises, Return unto mee, and I will return unto you, Zach. 1. Ye have indeed sinned a great sinne, ye have done all this wickednesse;
yet there is hope in Israel for all this, Ezrah 10.3. It remindes us of those promises, Return unto me, and I will return unto you, Zach 1. You have indeed sinned a great sin, you have done all this wickedness;
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for the Lord will not forsake his people, whom he hath pleased to make his people, 1 Sam. 12.20, 21, 22. By these and such other promises, faith encourageth us to return unto our God, taking words unto our selves and pleading the Covenant of his grace towards us, intreating him to receive us graciously, Hoseah 14. This work of faith brought Peter back to Christ,
for the Lord will not forsake his people, whom he hath pleased to make his people, 1 Sam. 12.20, 21, 22. By these and such other promises, faith Encourageth us to return unto our God, taking words unto our selves and pleading the Covenant of his grace towards us, entreating him to receive us graciously, Hosea 14. This work of faith brought Peter back to christ,
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wee are (as they conceive) in a state of Grace and salvation before faith and then faith comes and believes that Iustification and salvation which was before given.
we Are (as they conceive) in a state of Grace and salvation before faith and then faith comes and believes that Justification and salvation which was before given.
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whether sanctification or faith, or any other, in as much as these availe nothing (according to them) to a mans Iustification, seeing wee are Iustified before faith:
whither sanctification or faith, or any other, in as much as these avail nothing (according to them) to a men Justification, seeing we Are Justified before faith:
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and so inverts the order observed by the Apostle, Rom. 8.30. who placeth our calling before our justification, and if our calling be before our justification,
and so inverts the order observed by the Apostle, Rom. 8.30. who places our calling before our justification, and if our calling be before our justification,
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not in respect of any present habit of faith, actually dwelling in them, (in which sence some are called sheep, Joh. 10.16.) therefore to prevent this evasion, the Apostle addes the meanes by which they come to have this righteousnesse of God upon them, which is by faith;
not in respect of any present habit of faith, actually Dwelling in them, (in which sense Some Are called sheep, John 10.16.) Therefore to prevent this evasion, the Apostle adds the means by which they come to have this righteousness of God upon them, which is by faith;
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If faith were a condition consequent to our justification, not antecedent, it could not bee said to be by faith. In Psal. 50.15. The Lord puts a double condition concerning our deliverance out of trouble, one antecedent (call upon me) another consequent (and thou shalt glorifie me,) in the midst of which two, stands the deliverance promised; so as the order is; first, we must call; secondly, then God delivers;
If faith were a condition consequent to our justification, not antecedent, it could not be said to be by faith. In Psalm 50.15. The Lord puts a double condition Concerning our deliverance out of trouble, one antecedent (call upon me) Another consequent (and thou shalt Glorify me,) in the midst of which two, Stands the deliverance promised; so as the order is; First, we must call; secondly, then God delivers;
so it is here with us, Christ is lift up on high for us to look unto, this looking is by faith, Ioh. 3.14, 15. and by this looking we are healed, and saved, Isai. 45.22. Reas. 4. Look what place works had for our justification to life in the Covenant of works, the same place hath faith in the Covenant of grace;
so it is Here with us, christ is lift up on high for us to look unto, this looking is by faith, John 3.14, 15. and by this looking we Are healed, and saved, Isaiah 45.22. Reas. 4. Look what place works had for our justification to life in the Covenant of works, the same place hath faith in the Covenant of grace;
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but besides his native or habituall righteousnesse, he must also performe an actuall righteousnesse; and without this he was not to be justified unto life;
but beside his native or habitual righteousness, he must also perform an actual righteousness; and without this he was not to be justified unto life;
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And therefore if faith be placed after justification, then it stands but in the same rank with works having no propriety or pre-eminence above works, in respect of our justification:
And Therefore if faith be placed After justification, then it Stands but in the same rank with works having no propriety or preeminence above works, in respect of our justification:
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as the tree doth the fruit; yet they are both alike in respect of justification; they are one before another, when they are compared betwixt themselves;
as the tree does the fruit; yet they Are both alike in respect of justification; they Are one before Another, when they Are compared betwixt themselves;
but Christ is not actually ours till he be received by us; nor is he received but only by faith, Ioh. 1.12. Christ must be received by us, or wee have no benefit by him unto salvation;
but christ is not actually ours till he be received by us; nor is he received but only by faith, John 1.12. christ must be received by us, or we have no benefit by him unto salvation;
but the righteousnesse which the Covenant of grace sets forth, is a righteousnesse by imputation, and it is faith which is imputed for righteousnesse, Rom. 4.3. Ga•. 3.6. and therefore our righteousnesse cannot be before our faith.
but the righteousness which the Covenant of grace sets forth, is a righteousness by imputation, and it is faith which is imputed for righteousness, Rom. 4.3. Ga•. 3.6. and Therefore our righteousness cannot be before our faith.
Reas. 9. Lastly, (to omit other reasons, which might be produced,) if justification were before faith, we might then ask as the Apostle doth in Rom. 3.1. What is the preferment of faith? what profit hath the believer above the unbeliever? they are both alike in respect of justification before God;
Reas. 9. Lastly, (to omit other Reasons, which might be produced,) if justification were before faith, we might then ask as the Apostle does in Rom. 3.1. What is the preferment of faith? what profit hath the believer above the unbeliever? they Are both alike in respect of justification before God;
a legall condition doth indeed exclude free grace; but an Evangelicall condition doth not; When the Lord saith, Believe and thou shalt bee saved, Act. 16.31. and saith also, by grace yee are saved, Eph. 2.8. There is the like free grace in both;
a Legal condition does indeed exclude free grace; but an Evangelical condition does not; When the Lord Says, Believe and thou shalt be saved, Act. 16.31. and Says also, by grace ye Are saved, Ephesians 2.8. There is the like free grace in both;
First, They all flow from the same purpose of grace towards us; all Gods purposes towards his Elect, are purposes of grace, 2 Tim. 1.9. and so are all his promises also Tit. 1.2. for these flow from that eternall purpose of his:
First, They all flow from the same purpose of grace towards us; all God's Purposes towards his Elect, Are Purposes of grace, 2 Tim. 1.9. and so Are all his promises also Tit. 1.2. for these flow from that Eternal purpose of his:
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Object. But some stick not to affirme that in such sayings or promises as these (Believe and thou shalt bee saved) the command•ment requiring Faith, is legall, Faith being (as they say) commanded in the Law:
Object. But Some stick not to affirm that in such sayings or promises as these (Believe and thou shalt be saved) the command•ment requiring Faith, is Legal, Faith being (as they say) commanded in the Law:
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but of the Gospel, which I prove by these ensuing Arguments. 1. The Apostle in Gal. •. 12. is expresse for this which I say, when he saith, the Law is not of faith, that is, the Law is not a Doctrine or Commandement teaching or commanding faith;
but of the Gospel, which I prove by these ensuing Arguments. 1. The Apostle in Gal. •. 12. is express for this which I say, when he Says, the Law is not of faith, that is, the Law is not a Doctrine or Commandment teaching or commanding faith;
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Namely this, the man that doth these things shall live in them, vers. 12. and so before in vers. 10. Cursed is every man which continueth not to doe, &c. That which the Law requires, is expressed under the word doing, not believing: And let us marke the manner of the Apostles arguing;
Namely this, the man that does these things shall live in them, vers. 12. and so before in vers. 10. Cursed is every man which Continueth not to do, etc. That which the Law requires, is expressed under the word doing, not believing: And let us mark the manner of the Apostles arguing;
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In the 11th vers. (besides other Arguments before laid downe) the Apostle proves by testimony of Scripture the point hee had in hand, sc. That a man is justified by faith,
In the 11th vers. (beside other Arguments before laid down) the Apostle Proves by testimony of Scripture the point he had in hand, sc. That a man is justified by faith,
2. Now whereas some Galathian (that mixed faith and the works of the Law together, in point of justification) might object and say, that a man might be justified by faith,
2. Now whereas Some Galatian (that mixed faith and the works of the Law together, in point of justification) might Object and say, that a man might be justified by faith,
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Its not a Doctrine teaching or commanding faith. Hereto also agrees these words of the Apostle, in Rom. 3.27. Where the Apostle distinguisheth between the Law of works and the Law of faith;
Its not a Doctrine teaching or commanding faith. Hereto also agrees these words of the Apostle, in Rom. 3.27. Where the Apostle Distinguisheth between the Law of works and the Law of faith;
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Object. But by this meanes, if we make the Gospel a law to command, we shall perhaps seeme to joyn hands with the Papists, making Christ another Moses, another Law-giver, to give us a new Law as they use to speak.
Object. But by this means, if we make the Gospel a law to command, we shall perhaps seem to join hands with the Papists, making christ Another Moses, Another Lawgiver, to give us a new Law as they use to speak.
Answ. That Popish dung of making Christ a Law-giver, in that sence, as they meane, sc. to give us a Law of greater perfection then Moses Law was, thereby to justifie our selves by a more perfect righteousnesse, &c. we detest and abhorre;
Answer That Popish dung of making christ a Lawgiver, in that sense, as they mean, sc. to give us a Law of greater perfection then Moses Law was, thereby to justify our selves by a more perfect righteousness, etc. we detest and abhor;
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and yet neither must we deny Christ to be a Law-giver, unlesse we will both deny plaine Scripture (which gives him that title, Isai. 33.22. Iames 4.12.) and deprive him of his Kingly Office, making him no King;
and yet neither must we deny christ to be a Lawgiver, unless we will both deny plain Scripture (which gives him that title, Isaiah 33.22. James 4.12.) and deprive him of his Kingly Office, making him no King;
but) the Gospel of God, he shews the end of his preaching was, that obedience might be given unto the faith, that is, that the Doctrine of Faith being made known,
but) the Gospel of God, he shows the end of his preaching was, that Obedience might be given unto the faith, that is, that the Doctrine of Faith being made known,
2. Out of the same place, in Rom. 3.27. compared with Rom. 4.1, 2. I argue thus, That which doth exclude glorying or boasting, cannot be commanded in that Law which doth not exclude boasting:
2. Out of the same place, in Rom. 3.27. compared with Rom. 4.1, 2. I argue thus, That which does exclude glorying or boasting, cannot be commanded in that Law which does not exclude boasting:
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But faith doth exclude boasting, Rom. 3.27. The Law of works doth not exclude boasting, Rom. 4.1, 2. and therefore faith cannot be commanded in that Law.
But faith does exclude boasting, Rom. 3.27. The Law of works does not exclude boasting, Rom. 4.1, 2. and Therefore faith cannot be commanded in that Law.
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Answ. I answer, if we take the law for the morall law, then its bringing of us to Christ, is only occasionall, in as much as it drives us from it selfe,
Answer I answer, if we take the law for the moral law, then its bringing of us to christ, is only occasional, in as much as it drives us from it self,
but the Gospel shewing us a salvation to be had in Christ, now the Law by the severity of it, is an occasion unto us of seeking life where it is to bee found:
but the Gospel showing us a salvation to be had in christ, now the Law by the severity of it, is an occasion unto us of seeking life where it is to be found:
How the carnall minded Jewes misunderstood those ceremonies, it matters not: Its certaine that in the primitive institution of them, they were ordained for Evangelicall ends,
How the carnal minded Jews misunderstood those ceremonies, it matters not: Its certain that in the primitive Institution of them, they were ordained for Evangelical ends,
for where there is no commandement or law to bind, there is no transgression, Rom. 4. so that if the Gospel have no commandement to command us to believe,
for where there is no Commandment or law to bind, there is no Transgression, Rom. 4. so that if the Gospel have no Commandment to command us to believe,
our faith is wrought by our calling, our calling is by the Gospel, Gal. 1.15. 2 Thes. 2.14. and therefore the commandement of faith, is a commandement of the Gospel.
our faith is wrought by our calling, our calling is by the Gospel, Gal. 1.15. 2 Thebes 2.14. and Therefore the Commandment of faith, is a Commandment of the Gospel.
Answ. It is by the commandement, though we exclude not the promise; the commandement is indeed made more alluring, more drawing by the promise annexed;
Answer It is by the Commandment, though we exclude not the promise; the Commandment is indeed made more alluring, more drawing by the promise annexed;
and therefore it is that we have these and the like voyces and commandements of Gods calling unto us, Come unto me, Return unto me, Come out from among them Separate your selves, and I will receive you:
and Therefore it is that we have these and the like voices and Commandments of God's calling unto us, Come unto me, Return unto me, Come out from among them Separate your selves, and I will receive you:
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Are not these so many commandements of God? and by these the Lord inclines and drawes the heart to come unto him. In Esay 55.5. there are the words of God the Father unto Christ, Thou shalt call a Nation (saith the Father unto him) and they shall runne unto thee:
are not these so many Commandments of God? and by these the Lord inclines and draws the heart to come unto him. In Isaiah 55.5. there Are the words of God the Father unto christ, Thou shalt call a nation (Says the Father unto him) and they shall run unto thee:
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But what voyce is that by which Christ shall call the Nation that comes unto him? The Prophet tells us, in vers. 1.3. Come to the waters yee that thirst, saith Christ, Come unto mee and I will make a Covenant with you:
But what voice is that by which christ shall call the nation that comes unto him? The Prophet tells us, in vers. 1.3. Come to the waters ye that thirst, Says christ, Come unto me and I will make a Covenant with you:
These commandements backed with promises doe draw, and make the Nation so called to come to Christ, and runne after him; so Jer. 3.22. Return O backsliding I•rael: Heres a commandement, and what followes? Behold we come unto thee for thou art the Lord our God;
These Commandments backed with promises do draw, and make the nation so called to come to christ, and run After him; so Jer. 3.22. Return Oh backsliding I•rael: Heres a Commandment, and what follows? Behold we come unto thee for thou art the Lord our God;
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Thus it was with those Bretheren, Mat. 4.19, 21. and with Matthew the Publican, whom Christ called from the receit of Custome, Matt. 9. Follow me, saith Christ to him;
Thus it was with those Brethren, Mathew 4.19, 21. and with Matthew the Publican, whom christ called from the receipt of Custom, Matt. 9. Follow me, Says christ to him;
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And thus usually, Come unto me, saith Christ, follow me, believe on me, &c. which commandedements being accompanied with a Spirit of grace going with them, the soule follows Christ, to apprehend that grace to which it is called:
And thus usually, Come unto me, Says christ, follow me, believe on me, etc. which commandedements being accompanied with a Spirit of grace going with them, the soul follows christ, to apprehend that grace to which it is called:
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and if our calling be by the Gospel, then the commandement by which we are called to faith, is a commandement of the Gospel, and not of the Law. 6. In 1 Ioh. 3.23. This (saith the Apostle) is his commandement that we believe in the name of his Son Iesus Christ;
and if our calling be by the Gospel, then the Commandment by which we Are called to faith, is a Commandment of the Gospel, and not of the Law. 6. In 1 John 3.23. This (Says the Apostle) is his Commandment that we believe in the name of his Son Iesus christ;
and drawing commandement of our blessed Saviour, Come unto me all yee, & c? Matth. 11.28. This comming is all one with believing, Joh. 6.35. and the commandement to come, is a commandement to believe;
and drawing Commandment of our blessed Saviour, Come unto me all ye, & c? Matthew 11.28. This coming is all one with believing, John 6.35. and the Commandment to come, is a Commandment to believe;
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for the law woundeth, but healeth not; The comfort and sweetnesse which is in this invitation, shews of what nature it is; not legall, but Evangelicall. In Mark. 10.49.
for the law wounds, but heals not; The Comfort and sweetness which is in this invitation, shows of what nature it is; not Legal, but Evangelical. In Mark. 10.49.
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when Jesus had called Bartimeus To come unto him, those about him speak encouragingly unto him Be of good comfort (say they) for he calleth thee; there is comfort in the very call, invitation,
when jesus had called Bartimaeus To come unto him, those about him speak encouragingly unto him Be of good Comfort (say they) for he calls thee; there is Comfort in the very call, invitation,
This commandement therefore, Come unto me, that is, believe in me, being so alluring and drawing as it is, must needs be a commandement not of the law, but of the Gospel.
This Commandment Therefore, Come unto me, that is, believe in me, being so alluring and drawing as it is, must needs be a Commandment not of the law, but of the Gospel.
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which to affirm, is to confound things as different as heaven and earth. Now that by this opinion this confusion must of necess•ty follow, I shew thus,
which to affirm, is to confound things as different as heaven and earth. Now that by this opinion this confusion must of necess•ty follow, I show thus,
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The quality of the commandement, doth qualifie, and distinguish the promise annexed, to make it either Legall or Evangelicall For when the Lord saith, doe this and live, and when he saith, believe in Christ and live;
The quality of the Commandment, does qualify, and distinguish the promise annexed, to make it either Legal or Evangelical For when the Lord Says, do this and live, and when he Says, believe in christ and live;
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yet these promises do differ, because the commandement which goes before as the condition of the promise, is different in the one and in the other, Doing, being a Legall commandement, Believing, being Evangelicall;
yet these promises do differ, Because the Commandment which Goes before as the condition of the promise, is different in the one and in the other, Doing, being a Legal Commandment, Believing, being Evangelical;
Chemnitius speaking of the point of justification, brings in Andradius his conceit, which is this, That utraque justitia, & Legis & Fidei, &c. both righteousnesses, both the righteousnesse of the Law,
Chemnitz speaking of the point of justification, brings in Andreas his conceit, which is this, That Utraque justitia, & Legis & Fidei, etc. both Righteousness, both the righteousness of the Law,
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only perhaps the maintainers of this opinion will make a difference thus, That that faith which is wrought by the commandement, is the faith of the law or Covenant of works,
only perhaps the maintainers of this opinion will make a difference thus, That that faith which is wrought by the Commandment, is the faith of the law or Covenant of works,
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But as he, notwithstanding his distinction of men regenerate and unregenerate, doth in effect confound both Covenants, changing the Covenant of grace into a Covenant of works:
But as he, notwithstanding his distinction of men regenerate and unregenerate, does in Effect confound both Covenants, changing the Covenant of grace into a Covenant of works:
they confound both Covenants, changing the Covenant of works (which stands in doing) into a Covenant of grace, (which stands in believing) and so by this Doctrine one of the principall differences betwixt the two Covenants, is taken away, the one requiring works, the other faith, the one doing, the other believing.
they confound both Covenants, changing the Covenant of works (which Stands in doing) into a Covenant of grace, (which Stands in believing) and so by this Doctrine one of the principal differences betwixt the two Covenants, is taken away, the one requiring works, the other faith, the one doing, the other believing.
10. This is confirmed further by that which is spoken of our Saviour Christ in Mark. 1.14, 15. where it is said of him, that he came preaching the Gospel, (not the Law,
10. This is confirmed further by that which is spoken of our Saviour christ in Mark. 1.14, 15. where it is said of him, that he Come preaching the Gospel, (not the Law,
Thus farre then we are come, that the putting of faith as a condition of life in the Covenant of grace, doth no whit derogate from the freenesse of grace.
Thus Far then we Are come, that the putting of faith as a condition of life in the Covenant of grace, does not whit derogate from the freeness of grace.
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Thirdly, I adde this also, that it derogates nothing from grace, because faith receives all the blessings of salvation promised, only from the hand of grace alone;
Thirdly, I add this also, that it derogates nothing from grace, Because faith receives all the blessings of salvation promised, only from the hand of grace alone;
such a condition as this, doth no more derogate from the freenesse of grace, then doth the beggers receiving of the almes given him, derogate from the kindnesse of him that gave it.
such a condition as this, does no more derogate from the freeness of grace, then does the beggars receiving of the alms given him, derogate from the kindness of him that gave it.
4. The grace of the Covenant is free notwithstanding the condition, because we doe not put any condition as antecedent to the Covenant on Gods part, whereby to induce and move the Lord to enter into Covenant with us,
4. The grace of the Covenant is free notwithstanding the condition, Because we do not put any condition as antecedent to the Covenant on God's part, whereby to induce and move the Lord to enter into Covenant with us,
If God had not purposed to have dealt with us after his rich grace, he might have said to us (when he saw us polluted in our bloud,) I will no more have mercy, as it is in Hoseah 1.6, 9. ye shall no more be my people, neither will I be yours:
If God had not purposed to have dealt with us After his rich grace, he might have said to us (when he saw us polluted in our blood,) I will no more have mercy, as it is in Hosea 1.6, 9. you shall no more be my people, neither will I be yours:
and then to take us by the hand and to enter into Covenant with us: here is grace free, notwithstanding the condition of faith to which the promise is made.
and then to take us by the hand and to enter into Covenant with us: Here is grace free, notwithstanding the condition of faith to which the promise is made.
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then to make way for the accomplishment of his purpose in bringing us to life, first, he works in us renewing grace, and puts within us a spirit of faith,
then to make Way for the accomplishment of his purpose in bringing us to life, First, he works in us renewing grace, and puts within us a Spirit of faith,
but as works and fruits of faith wrought by a beleever, wrought forth by the power and by the life of faith, which being a living grace, cannot be idle and fruitlesse,
but as works and fruits of faith wrought by a believer, wrought forth by the power and by the life of faith, which being a living grace, cannot be idle and fruitless,
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distinguishing betwixt beleevers and unbeleevers between those that are sincerely faithfull, and seeming professors, which professe and say they beleive,
distinguishing betwixt believers and unbelievers between those that Are sincerely faithful, and seeming professors, which profess and say they believe,
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seeing faith is a grace more inward, and that act of it by which it saveth, is secret and cannot be seen, (for who knows our resting on or adhering unto Christ?) therefore this saving faith shews it selfe by some other acts of it, setting love a worke, which discovers it selfe by obedience in all righteousnesse and true holinesse;
seeing faith is a grace more inward, and that act of it by which it Saveth, is secret and cannot be seen, (for who knows our resting on or adhering unto christ?) Therefore this Saving faith shows it self by Some other acts of it, setting love a work, which discovers it self by Obedience in all righteousness and true holiness;
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although therefore the promise of life is made sometimes to faith, sometimes to workes, yet this is not to note out a twofold condition of the Covenant,
although Therefore the promise of life is made sometime to faith, sometime to works, yet this is not to note out a twofold condition of the Covenant,
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not ineffectual, in word or tongue only, but operative and effectuall, making us carefull to shew forth good works, Tit. 3.8. Otherwise if we look at workes by themselves as separated from faith, to such works there is no promise of life made in the Covenant of grace;
not ineffectual, in word or tongue only, but operative and effectual, making us careful to show forth good works, Tit. 3.8. Otherwise if we look At works by themselves as separated from faith, to such works there is no promise of life made in the Covenant of grace;
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as having a good foundation (of assurance) thereby, that they shall obtaine eternall life, 1 Tim. 6.19. hereby also carnall professors who talk of saith, but have no works, walking unholily, are convinced to have no part and right thereunto.
as having a good Foundation (of assurance) thereby, that they shall obtain Eternal life, 1 Tim. 6.19. hereby also carnal professors who talk of Says, but have no works, walking unholily, Are convinced to have no part and right thereunto.
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and should have said unto us, you have once broken my Covenant, and yet if you will at last fulfill my Law which I gave unto you, I will yet accept you as just unto life:
and should have said unto us, you have once broken my Covenant, and yet if you will At last fulfil my Law which I gave unto you, I will yet accept you as just unto life:
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Those that are of faith, are blessed with faithfull Abraham (saith the Apostle,) Gal. 3.9. Blessed is shee that beleeveth, saith the Angell, Luke 1.45.
Those that Are of faith, Are blessed with faithful Abraham (Says the Apostle,) Gal. 3.9. Blessed is she that Believeth, Says the Angel, Lycia 1.45.
Faith is well termed precious faith, 1 Pet. 1.2 Pet. 1.1. because it makes us partakers of all the precious blessings of grace, which are contained in the Covenant;
Faith is well termed precious faith, 1 Pet. 1.2 Pet. 1.1. Because it makes us partakers of all the precious blessings of grace, which Are contained in the Covenant;
The faithfull are inheritours of all the priviledges which God hath promised to his chosen, and therefore it is that they are called heires of promise, Heb. 6.17: and heires of blessing, 1 Pet. 3.9.
The faithful Are inheritors of all the privileges which God hath promised to his chosen, and Therefore it is that they Are called Heirs of promise, Hebrew 6.17: and Heirs of blessing, 1 Pet. 3.9.
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You beleevers, be exhorted to see and owne your blessednesse, take notice of the great things the Lord hath done for you, he hath made a covenant with you,
You believers, be exhorted to see and own your blessedness, take notice of the great things the Lord hath done for you, he hath made a Covenant with you,
yet faint not, you being partakers of that precious faith, you have the holy and faithfull God in Covenant with you, to love you, to blesse you, and to save you;
yet faint not, you being partakers of that precious faith, you have the holy and faithful God in Covenant with you, to love you, to bless you, and to save you;
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they are without God, without Christ, without Covenant, without promise, without mercy, their sins are unpardoned, they are under the curse, the wrath of God abides upon them, there is nothing to take it away from them,
they Are without God, without christ, without Covenant, without promise, without mercy, their Sins Are unpardoned, they Are under the curse, the wrath of God abides upon them, there is nothing to take it away from them,
There is a wrath wherby God is angry with his own people, but that anger lasts but for a little season, it is but for a moment, Isai. 4.7, 8. it passeth away and abides not upon them;
There is a wrath whereby God is angry with his own people, but that anger lasts but for a little season, it is but for a moment, Isaiah 4.7, 8. it passes away and abides not upon them;
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but the unbeleiver hath wrath abiding on him for ever; John 3.36. In Iude 5. it is said that God afterwards destroyed those Israelites that beleived not;
but the unbeliever hath wrath abiding on him for ever; John 3.36. In Iude 5. it is said that God afterwards destroyed those Israelites that believed not;
but God hath sworne this, that such shall never enter into his rest, Psal. 95. and Hebr. 3. ult. In Mat. 13. ult. Its said Christ did not many great works in his owne country, for their unbeleifes sake: But in Marke 6.5. its said hee could not doe them, he neither did them nor could do them;
but God hath sworn this, that such shall never enter into his rest, Psalm 95. and Hebrew 3. ult. In Mathew 13. ult. Its said christ did not many great works in his own country, for their unbeleifes sake: But in Mark 6.5. its said he could not do them, he neither did them nor could do them;
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1. In case we have sinned, and done things that we should not, and thereby have grieved the Lord as David did, of whom it is said, that the thing that David had done displeased the Lord;
1. In case we have sinned, and done things that we should not, and thereby have grieved the Lord as David did, of whom it is said, that the thing that David had done displeased the Lord;
Its the weaknesse and sinfull infirmity of many of Gods people who walk in much discouragement of spirit because of some failings which they see in themselves, by which they become uncomfortable to themselvs and to others,
Its the weakness and sinful infirmity of many of God's people who walk in much discouragement of Spirit Because of Some failings which they see in themselves, by which they become uncomfortable to themselves and to Others,
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Hath the Lord said that if his people sin against him, after hee hath taken them into Covenant with himselfe, he will cast them off and acknowledge them no more? See what Samuel speaks to the children of Israel in 1 Sam. 12.19, 20. Ye have indeed sinned a great sin,
Hath the Lord said that if his people since against him, After he hath taken them into Covenant with himself, he will cast them off and acknowledge them no more? See what Samuel speaks to the children of Israel in 1 Sam. 12.19, 20. You have indeed sinned a great since,
and foreseeing our need of such promises, he hath made them knowne unto us that we might live by them, looking up unto him by faith in the fence of our daily infirmities,
and Foreseeing our need of such promises, he hath made them known unto us that we might live by them, looking up unto him by faith in the fence of our daily infirmities,
2. In case we want any blessing, (suppose some speciall grace to enable us to walke more fruitfully in our particular places and callings,) look herein at the Covenant as a storehouse full of all rich blessings,
2. In case we want any blessing, (suppose Some special grace to enable us to walk more fruitfully in our particular places and callings,) look herein At the Covenant as a storehouse full of all rich blessings,
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if we want wisedome, boldnesse, meeknesse, temperance, remember by what means we must receive them; we receive the spirit by faith, Gal. 3.14. beleive this promise therefore, wherein the Lord hath said he will give the Holy Ghost to them that desire him, Luke 11.13. This is the way the Saints have taken;
if we want Wisdom, boldness, meekness, temperance, Remember by what means we must receive them; we receive the Spirit by faith, Gal. 3.14. believe this promise Therefore, wherein the Lord hath said he will give the Holy Ghost to them that desire him, Lycia 11.13. This is the Way the Saints have taken;
David when he found his heart defiled with those lusts, what course took he to get it cleansed from these impurities? he flyes to God by the prayer of faith, desiring to have a clean heart created in him;
David when he found his heart defiled with those Lustiest, what course took he to get it cleansed from these Impurities? he flies to God by the prayer of faith, desiring to have a clean heart created in him;
when the Church found her self shut up under deadnesse and hardnesse of heart, they fly for help to Gods Covenant, Thou art our father, and we are thy people, Breake not thy covenant with us, Isai. 63. and 64. Ier. 14.
when the Church found her self shut up under deadness and hardness of heart, they fly for help to God's Covenant, Thou art our father, and we Are thy people, Break not thy Covenant with us, Isaiah 63. and 64. Jeremiah 14.
and preserve you blamelesse to his heavenly Kingdome, 2 Tim. 4. If Satan annoy with his temptations, say as Jehoshua did, The Lord rebuke thee O Satan, Zach. 3. and remember the promise, The Lord will shortly tread him under our feet, Rom. 16.
and preserve you blameless to his heavenly Kingdom, 2 Tim. 4. If Satan annoy with his temptations, say as Joshua did, The Lord rebuke thee Oh Satan, Zach 3. and Remember the promise, The Lord will shortly tread him under our feet, Rom. 16.
if we rest upon him by faith, if we have a word of faith to assure us that the work to be done, is (for the generall) Gods worke, and that it is particularly required of us as Our works, a worke of our calling;
if we rest upon him by faith, if we have a word of faith to assure us that the work to be done, is (for the general) God's work, and that it is particularly required of us as Our works, a work of our calling;
This is written not for him only, but for us also, that being called to any ministration or service, we might by faith look for the same presence of God with us, the same assistance as he had;
This is written not for him only, but for us also, that being called to any ministration or service, we might by faith look for the same presence of God with us, the same assistance as he had;
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Many other particulars might be named, but these may suffice to give a short direction how to live by faith in the promise and Covenant of God, according to the severall occasions which befall us.
Many other particulars might be nam, but these may suffice to give a short direction how to live by faith in the promise and Covenant of God, according to the several occasions which befall us.
and therefore here our care must be to advance the Lord on high, that it may be seen by our subjection unto him, that we doe acknowledge him to be our God, above us and over us;
and Therefore Here our care must be to advance the Lord on high, that it may be seen by our subjection unto him, that we do acknowledge him to be our God, above us and over us;
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our duty is to set up him that hath abased himselfe for our sakes, and to humble our selves to walke, with our God, Micah 6.8. It is said of Abraham that by his faith he gave glory to God;
our duty is to Set up him that hath abased himself for our sakes, and to humble our selves to walk, with our God, micah 6.8. It is said of Abraham that by his faith he gave glory to God;
the world knowes him not, nor honours him not, the wicked contemne God, Psal. 10. and shall God have no honour? Shall he that stretched out the heavens,
the world knows him not, nor honours him not, the wicked contemn God, Psalm 10. and shall God have no honour? Shall he that stretched out the heavens,
and laid the foundations of the earth, and formed man upon it, shall he have no glory by all his workes? shall he in vain create all the children of men, having none to praise him? The Lord himselfe answers in Isai. 43.21. This is a people whom I have formed for mine owne praise;
and laid the foundations of the earth, and formed man upon it, shall he have no glory by all his works? shall he in vain create all the children of men, having none to praise him? The Lord himself answers in Isaiah 43.21. This is a people whom I have formed for mine own praise;
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God will have praise from his own people, whom he hath taken unto himselfe, he will be glorified in all those that come neer unto him, Levit. 10 3. He knows them •bove all the people of the earth, Amos 3. and is known of them, Psal. 72.1, 2. he advanceth them as a select and peculiar people,
God will have praise from his own people, whom he hath taken unto himself, he will be glorified in all those that come near unto him, Levit. 10 3. He knows them •bove all the people of the earth, Amos 3. and is known of them, Psalm 72.1, 2. he Advanceth them as a select and peculiar people,
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The Lord hath set thee up this day to be a precious people unto him, and in verse 17. Thou hast set up the Lord thy God to walke in his wayes, and to keepe his Commandements.
The Lord hath Set thee up this day to be a precious people unto him, and in verse 17. Thou hast Set up the Lord thy God to walk in his ways, and to keep his commandments.
he hath raised us above the earth, and above the condition of the men of the earth, that we might fill the world with his glory, and extoll him above all;
he hath raised us above the earth, and above the condition of the men of the earth, that we might fill the world with his glory, and extol him above all;
much more should it be a name and a praise unto him, that he hath shewed such grace unto the sons of men, Isai. 55.13. Ier. 13.11. All such therefore as are the faithfull people of God, that are entred into Covenant with him, consider this duty;
much more should it be a name and a praise unto him, that he hath showed such grace unto the Sons of men, Isaiah 55.13. Jeremiah 13.11. All such Therefore as Are the faithful people of God, that Are entered into Covenant with him, Consider this duty;
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1. If we will honour God and exalt him in due manner, we must set him up as our cheife and highest in our esteem, far above every name that is named in this world,
1. If we will honour God and exalt him in due manner, we must Set him up as our chief and highest in our esteem, Far above every name that is nam in this world,
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Who is a God like unto thee, which passest by the trangressions of the remnant of thine heritage? Thus have the Saints advanced God, in their esteem of him, making none like unto him in greatnesse, in glory, in holinesse, in goodnesse,
Who is a God like unto thee, which passest by the transgressions of the remnant of thine heritage? Thus have the Saints advanced God, in their esteem of him, making none like unto him in greatness, in glory, in holiness, in Goodness,
and in mercy, &c. And thus we must rise up in our thoughts and apprehensions of God, till we come to a holy exstacy and admiration of him, carried beyond the limits of all created excellency,
and in mercy, etc. And thus we must rise up in our thoughts and apprehensions of God, till we come to a holy ecstasy and admiration of him, carried beyond the Limits of all created excellency,
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and think they are equall with the most High, but they are but gods of the earth as the Prophet calls them, ( Zeph. 2.11.) but our God is the God of heaven;
and think they Are equal with the most High, but they Are but God's of the earth as the Prophet calls them, (Zephaniah 2.11.) but our God is the God of heaven;
2. Count it our blessednesse, and highest dignity to be a people in Covenant with God, that we have him neare unto us in all that we call unto him for,
2. Count it our blessedness, and highest dignity to be a people in Covenant with God, that we have him near unto us in all that we call unto him for,
then in being King and Ruler over that great people, and therefore he speaks to God in such manner, O Lord I am thy servant, O God, thou art my God, &c. So then are we honorable as David was? yet esteeme we this as our greatest honour, that God is our God, and we his servants.
then in being King and Ruler over that great people, and Therefore he speaks to God in such manner, Oh Lord I am thy servant, Oh God, thou art my God, etc. So then Are we honourable as David was? yet esteem we this as our greatest honour, that God is our God, and we his Servants.
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When Nehemiah was in hand with that great work of God, the re-edifying of Jerusalem, and the reformation of things amisse in Church and State, hee looked at this as a great work, Neh. 6.3.
When Nehemiah was in hand with that great work of God, the re-edifying of Jerusalem, and the Reformation of things amiss in Church and State, he looked At this as a great work, Neh 6.3.
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And why great? because it is not for man, but for the Lord, 1 Chron. 29.1. and 22.5. The men of the world look at their own things as the great things which they must attend unto;
And why great? Because it is not for man, but for the Lord, 1 Chronicles 29.1. and 22.5. The men of the world look At their own things as the great things which they must attend unto;
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so as they are not their own any more, but the Lords, and to be for themselves no further then may stand with his honour, no further to seek their own things then may be for the Lord, and not against the Lord.
so as they Are not their own any more, but the lords, and to be for themselves no further then may stand with his honour, no further to seek their own things then may be for the Lord, and not against the Lord.
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as the manner is, but see that God be first served, remembring the words of our blessed Saviour, that he which loves himselfe or any other thing 〈 ◊ 〉 then Christ, is not worthy of him.
as the manner is, but see that God be First served, remembering the words of our blessed Saviour, that he which loves himself or any other thing 〈 ◊ 〉 then christ, is not worthy of him.
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when we bring him the leane and the scabbie, the lame, and the blind, things of no worth, the Lord is then despised in our eyes, Mal. 1. 4. If we will honour God as his people should doe, we must stand for his honour in times of generall declining;
when we bring him the lean and the scabby, the lame, and the blind, things of no worth, the Lord is then despised in our eyes, Malachi 1. 4. If we will honour God as his people should do, we must stand for his honour in times of general declining;
When we shall be forbidden to make prayer unto our God, Then with Daniel to have our Window open towards Jerusalem, and to make our prayer before him, is an honouring of him:
When we shall be forbidden to make prayer unto our God, Then with daniel to have our Window open towards Jerusalem, and to make our prayer before him, is an honouring of him:
when it is an honour to our selves to conforme to those that are faithfull with God, in these times its more doubtfull whether we seek to honour God, or to honour our selves;
when it is an honour to our selves to conform to those that Are faithful with God, in these times its more doubtful whither we seek to honour God, or to honour our selves;
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when cast into the fiery Furnace, and Daniel when thrown into the Lyons Den, yet then they believed that the God whom the served, was able to deliver them, Dan. 3. And thus Moses honoured God at the Red Sea,
when cast into the fiery Furnace, and daniel when thrown into the Lyons Den, yet then they believed that the God whom the served, was able to deliver them, Dan. 3. And thus Moses honoured God At the Read Sea,
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We see how the Lord sometimes blames Israel for despising his Covenant which they had made with him, Ezek. 16.59. we cannot neglect our Covenant with him, but it will argue a neglect of God himselfe;
We see how the Lord sometime blames Israel for despising his Covenant which they had made with him, Ezekiel 16.59. we cannot neglect our Covenant with him, but it will argue a neglect of God himself;
We commonly deale with our promises to God, as we doe with those which we make to our little children, we think to please them with promises for the present,
We commonly deal with our promises to God, as we do with those which we make to our little children, we think to please them with promises for the present,
if having bound our selves by promise to performe such a service to him, we should have no care to performe? Be sure the Lord will require the promises we have made unto him.
if having bound our selves by promise to perform such a service to him, we should have no care to perform? Be sure the Lord will require the promises we have made unto him.
Hast thou then opened thy mouth unto the Lord? know thou canst not goe back, Judg. 11. Thou canst not neglect thy promise to God, without a neglect of God himselfe.
Hast thou then opened thy Mouth unto the Lord? know thou Canst not go back, Judges 11. Thou Canst not neglect thy promise to God, without a neglect of God himself.
suffering his word to rule in our hearts, so as we dare not goe against it in any thing, trembling to sinne against it, Esay 66. and when we renounce the manners of the world, seeking to become followers of God as deare children, this is to set him up as honoured by us, Ephes. 5.
suffering his word to Rule in our hearts, so as we Dare not go against it in any thing, trembling to sin against it, Isaiah 66. and when we renounce the manners of the world, seeking to become followers of God as deer children, this is to Set him up as honoured by us, Ephesians 5.
and for the defence of his Word, Truth, Gospel, Kingdome, and whatsoever concerns his honour, not yeelding or giving place one hour, Gal. 2. not leaving an hoofe behind us, Exod. 10.26. standing out to the utmost, in the things of his Kingdome:
and for the defence of his Word, Truth, Gospel, Kingdom, and whatsoever concerns his honour, not yielding or giving place one hour, Gal. 2. not leaving an hoof behind us, Exod 10.26. standing out to the utmost, in the things of his Kingdom:
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even as David did, when as he had shewed a great deale of zeale in furnishing the house of God, having given of his own cost an hundred thousand Talents of Gold,
even as David did, when as he had showed a great deal of zeal in furnishing the house of God, having given of his own cost an hundred thousand Talents of Gold,
but humbling himselfe, saith, Who am I (O Lord) and what is my people that we should offer in this sort unto thee? 1 Chron. 29.14. He thought himselfe unworthy to offer any thing to the great God, and that it was an high dignity and favour done unto him, that God would accept any thing at his hands.
but humbling himself, Says, Who am I (Oh Lord) and what is my people that we should offer in this sort unto thee? 1 Chronicles 29.14. He Thought himself unworthy to offer any thing to the great God, and that it was an high dignity and favour done unto him, that God would accept any thing At his hands.
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IT follows in the fifth place to consider the Properties of the Covenant, and these are foure. For it is: First, A free Covenant. Secondly, A sure Covenant. Thirdly, An everlasting Covenant. Fourhly, An holy Covenant.
IT follows in the fifth place to Consider the Properties of the Covenant, and these Are foure. For it is: First, A free Covenant. Secondly, A sure Covenant. Thirdly, an everlasting Covenant. Fourhly, an holy Covenant.
he thinks therefore its best for him, even for his own peace and safety, to be at peace with Isaac, and to make a Covenant with him, Gen. 26.28. The like we see in the Shechemits that make a Covenant with Iacob; but they alledge the reason of it;
he thinks Therefore its best for him, even for his own peace and safety, to be At peace with Isaac, and to make a Covenant with him, Gen. 26.28. The like we see in the Shechemites that make a Covenant with Iacob; but they allege the reason of it;
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and be taken into Covenant with him, Esay 55.1, 3. Hence it is, that when God enters into Covenant with his people, he is said to give them his Covenant, Gen. 17.2. for so the word is in the originall, I will give thee my Covenant:
and be taken into Covenant with him, Isaiah 55.1, 3. Hence it is, that when God enters into Covenant with his people, he is said to give them his Covenant, Gen. 17.2. for so the word is in the original, I will give thee my Covenant:
In our translation it is, I will make my Covenant betwixt mee and thee: but in the originall, I will give, &c. As in Numb. 25.12. God is said to give the Covenant of the Priesthood unto Phineas as a gift;
In our Translation it is, I will make my Covenant betwixt me and thee: but in the original, I will give, etc. As in Numb. 25.12. God is said to give the Covenant of the Priesthood unto Phinehas as a gift;
Hence also are those expressions used in Deut. 7.7, 8. The Lord set his love upon you to take you into Covenant with him, not because ye were more in number then other people,
Hence also Are those expressions used in Deuteronomy 7.7, 8. The Lord Set his love upon you to take you into Covenant with him, not Because you were more in number then other people,
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That they were become the people of God, rather then Aegyptians, Moabites, Ammonites, or others, was not for any thing which the Lord saw in them more then in other people,
That they were become the people of God, rather then egyptians, Moabites, Ammonites, or Others, was not for any thing which the Lord saw in them more then in other people,
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and enters into a Covenant with us, vers. 8. This unworthinesse of ours made Abraham to wonder when hee heard the Lord speak of making a Covenant with him, Gen. 17.3.
and enters into a Covenant with us, vers. 8. This unworthiness of ours made Abraham to wonder when he herd the Lord speak of making a Covenant with him, Gen. 17.3.
And this same made David to break out into that affectionate and admiring demand, Lord, who am I, that thou shouldest speak thus unto thy servant? 2 Sam. 7. 3. There is desert in us to the contrary, to keep off the Lord from ever owning such a people as we were;
And this same made David to break out into that affectionate and admiring demand, Lord, who am I, that thou Shouldst speak thus unto thy servant? 2 Sam. 7. 3. There is desert in us to the contrary, to keep off the Lord from ever owning such a people as we were;
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First, Our former vile unfaithfulnesse in that first Covenant he made with us, wherein we dealt treacherously against him, forsaking him and lightly esteeming the God of our salvation,
First, Our former vile unfaithfulness in that First Covenant he made with us, wherein we dealt treacherously against him, forsaking him and lightly esteeming the God of our salvation,
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the more undeserved therefore, and more free was that grace which moved the Lord to make a new Covenant with us, having been so false to him in the other.
the more undeserved Therefore, and more free was that grace which moved the Lord to make a new Covenant with us, having been so false to him in the other.
we are as contrary unto him, as is darknesse to light, and evill to good, Rom. 8.7. we are a crooked generation, that cannot abide the streight wayes of the Lord;
we Are as contrary unto him, as is darkness to Light, and evil to good, Rom. 8.7. we Are a crooked generation, that cannot abide the straight ways of the Lord;
and against his Saints, then the Lord takes him by the hand, and enters into Covenant with him, Act. 9 and so it was with those mockers, Act. 2.13, 37. here were no dispositions and preparations before on their part,
and against his Saints, then the Lord Takes him by the hand, and enters into Covenant with him, Act. 9 and so it was with those mockers, Act. 2.13, 37. Here were no dispositions and preparations before on their part,
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5. Compare those that are taken into Covenant with other that are left out (for all are not taken in, Ephes. 2.12. there be that are without God, without Covenant) and this will also make it manifest, it is free grace by which any are taken in: For
5. Compare those that Are taken into Covenant with other that Are left out (for all Are not taken in, Ephesians 2.12. there be that Are without God, without Covenant) and this will also make it manifest, it is free grace by which any Are taken in: For
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1. If we look upon those that are taken into Covenant, and those that are left, we shall finde that there is no difference in themselves, betwixt one and other;
1. If we look upon those that Are taken into Covenant, and those that Are left, we shall find that there is no difference in themselves, betwixt one and other;
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Both sorts therefore being in themselves alike, and no wrong done to those that are left, it must needs be free grace in those that are taken in; apply Ioh. 14.22. Matth. 11.25. 2. As sometimes there is no difference betwixt one and other;
Both sorts Therefore being in themselves alike, and no wrong done to those that Are left, it must needs be free grace in those that Are taken in; apply John 14.22. Matthew 11.25. 2. As sometime there is no difference betwixt one and other;
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so sometimes God chuseth the worse, takes in the more unworthy, and leaves those that are better then they, Paul a chiefe of sinners, 1 Tim. 1. Publicans and Harlots, Matth. 21. Mary Magdalene possessed with seven Devills; these were taken in;
so sometime God chooseth the Worse, Takes in the more unworthy, and leaves those that Are better then they, Paul a chief of Sinners, 1 Tim. 1. Publicans and Harlots, Matthew 21. Marry Magdalene possessed with seven Devils; these were taken in;
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In Ezek. 3.7, 8. The Lord tells the Prophet, that if he would have sent him to another strange people (as he sent Jonah to the Ninevites ) they would have hearkned unto him and obeyed him,
In Ezekiel 3.7, 8. The Lord tells the Prophet, that if he would have sent him to Another strange people (as he sent Jonah to the Ninevites) they would have hearkened unto him and obeyed him,
he sometimes passeth by such as seeme better, and takes the worse, to the end that it might appeare that he respects none for any thing that is in them,
he sometime passes by such as seem better, and Takes the Worse, to the end that it might appear that he respects none for any thing that is in them,
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This is that which the Apostle points at, 1 Cor. 1 27, 28, 29. God chuseth the foolish things of the world, the weak things, base and despised things, things which are not, passing by the wise, the mighty,
This is that which the Apostle points At, 1 Cor. 1 27, 28, 29. God chooseth the foolish things of the world, the weak things, base and despised things, things which Are not, passing by the wise, the mighty,
He cannot deny himselfe, 2 Tim. 2. nor can he alter the thing which is gone out of his lips, Psal 89.34. otherwise, the blessing of the Covenant is as well freely given, as it was freely promised:
He cannot deny himself, 2 Tim. 2. nor can he altar the thing which is gone out of his lips, Psalm 89.34. otherwise, the blessing of the Covenant is as well freely given, as it was freely promised:
And therefore it is that the Prophet speaking of the performance of the Covenant which God made with Abraham (but was to be performed to his seed) he speaks in this manner, Thou wilt performe truth unto Jacob, and mercy unto Abraham, as thou hast sworn unto our Fathers in old time, Micah 7.20. Gods truth gives assurance that hee will doe it (thou wilt performe truth unto Jacob ) but yet its mercy when its performed (thou wilt performe mercy unto Abraham, &c.) and thence it is that in Iude v. 21. the Apostle speaking to the Saints, exhorts them to wait for the mercy of the Lord unto eternall life; and in Rom 6.23. Life eternall is called a gift, freely given by free grace: and in 1 Pet. 3.7.
And Therefore it is that the Prophet speaking of the performance of the Covenant which God made with Abraham (but was to be performed to his seed) he speaks in this manner, Thou wilt perform truth unto Jacob, and mercy unto Abraham, as thou hast sworn unto our Father's in old time, micah 7.20. God's truth gives assurance that he will do it (thou wilt perform truth unto Jacob) but yet its mercy when its performed (thou wilt perform mercy unto Abraham, etc.) and thence it is that in Iude v. 21. the Apostle speaking to the Saints, exhorts them to wait for the mercy of the Lord unto Eternal life; and in Rom 6.23. Life Eternal is called a gift, freely given by free grace: and in 1 Pet. 3.7.
It darkens the glory of grace, when it is vouchsafed for any benefit received, as Potiphar favoured Ioseph, because he saw God prosper the things that were under his hand, Gen. 39.3.4. but where favour is wholly free, there it shines forth in the glory of it:
It darkens the glory of grace, when it is vouchsafed for any benefit received, as Potiphar favoured Ioseph, Because he saw God prosper the things that were under his hand, Gen. 39.3.4. but where favour is wholly free, there it shines forth in the glory of it:
and thence it is that when the Lord had made his promise to the dispersed Jewes, concerning their gathering in againe, he tells them that it is not for their sakes,
and thence it is that when the Lord had made his promise to the dispersed Jews, Concerning their gathering in again, he tells them that it is not for their sakes,
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by this consideration the Lord encourageth his people, to seek unto him for acceptance, ( Receive us graciously, Hos. 14.2.) and if any say but alas how can we which have forsaken our God,
by this consideration the Lord Encourageth his people, to seek unto him for acceptance, (Receive us graciously, Hos. 14.2.) and if any say but alas how can we which have forsaken our God,
Oh, there is so much unworthinesse in them, how can they hope to finde acceptance with God, they can see nothing in themselves for which God should accept them, and tis true;
O, there is so much unworthiness in them, how can they hope to find acceptance with God, they can see nothing in themselves for which God should accept them, and this true;
yet considering the free kindnesse and grace of God, let us stir up our hopes and say as she did, I have hope because the Lord is gracious, freely offering grace to the unworthy;
yet considering the free kindness and grace of God, let us stir up our hope's and say as she did, I have hope Because the Lord is gracious, freely offering grace to the unworthy;
And here (to adde a word more concerning the absolute promises, of which I have spoken something before) we may by that which hath been spoken, discerne the right use of those promises, they are to be incouragements or attractives to draw us to rely upon free grace in such times when we are most discouraged in our selves;
And Here (to add a word more Concerning the absolute promises, of which I have spoken something before) we may by that which hath been spoken, discern the right use of those promises, they Are to be encouragements or attractives to draw us to rely upon free grace in such times when we Are most discouraged in our selves;
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This is Gods end, and this was Pauls practice, 1 Tim. 1.13, 14. ever seeking to magnifie this grace, and Ephes. 2.4. and Isai. 63.7. where there is mention of rich mercy great love, exceeding riches of grace, great goodnes, tender love, great mercy, multitude of loving kindnesses;
This is God's end, and this was Paul's practice, 1 Tim. 1.13, 14. ever seeking to magnify this grace, and Ephesians 2.4. and Isaiah 63.7. where there is mention of rich mercy great love, exceeding riches of grace, great Goodness, tender love, great mercy, multitude of loving Kindnesses;
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Secondly, be free in doing good unto all men, even to such as have deserved nothing, (or if any thing, onely evill at our hand) though they be aliens and strangers and such as we never hope to receive any good from,
Secondly, be free in doing good unto all men, even to such as have deserved nothing, (or if any thing, only evil At our hand) though they be aliens and Strangers and such as we never hope to receive any good from,
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in this we shall shew our selves the children of our Father in heaven, Matth. 5. 2. As it is a free Covenant, so it is a sure Covenant, certaine to bee performed;
in this we shall show our selves the children of our Father in heaven, Matthew 5. 2. As it is a free Covenant, so it is a sure Covenant, certain to be performed;
but the accomplishment will every way answer their expectation and hope; Thus saith David, 2 Sam. 23.5. God hath made with me a Covenant perfect in all points, and sure, and in Esay 55.3.
but the accomplishment will every Way answer their expectation and hope; Thus Says David, 2 Sam. 23.5. God hath made with me a Covenant perfect in all points, and sure, and in Isaiah 55.3.
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but they are Yea, and Amen, sure to be fulfilled 2 Cor. 1. There shall not faile so much as one word of all that good which God hath promised to doe for his people, see Iosh. 21.45. & 23.14. 1 King. 8.56. The stability of Gods Covenant is compared to the firmnesse and unmovablenesse of the mighty mountaines, Esay 54.19. and to the unvariable course of the day and night, Jer. 33.20.
but they Are Yea, and Amen, sure to be fulfilled 2 Cor. 1. There shall not fail so much as one word of all that good which God hath promised to do for his people, see Joshua 21.45. & 23.14. 1 King. 8.56. The stability of God's Covenant is compared to the firmness and unmovableness of the mighty Mountains, Isaiah 54.19. and to the unvariable course of the day and night, Jer. 33.20.
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and cannot be shaken, 2 Tim. 2.19. and for this cause it is, that in Tit. 1.2. the Lord is said to have promised eternall life, before the world began;
and cannot be shaken, 2 Tim. 2.19. and for this cause it is, that in Tit. 1.2. the Lord is said to have promised Eternal life, before the world began;
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and that promise from everlasting made unto Christ; and hereto agrees that of the Apostle, in Heb. 6.17. where he grounds the truth and certainty of the promise, upon the stablenesse of Gods counsell; so that unlesse Gods Counsell and purpose change, the promise cannot faile.
and that promise from everlasting made unto christ; and hereto agrees that of the Apostle, in Hebrew 6.17. where he grounds the truth and certainty of the promise, upon the stableness of God's counsel; so that unless God's Counsel and purpose change, the promise cannot fail.
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and if the Covenant of grace did depend upon the mutability of our will (as that did) the promise of life now made to this Covenant could be no surer then it was before;
and if the Covenant of grace did depend upon the mutability of our will (as that did) the promise of life now made to this Covenant could be no Surer then it was before;
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Sixthly, Christ the Mediator and Testator of it, hath confirmed it by his own blood, Heb. 9.16, 17, 18. What can then be more sure? Object. But in Numb. 14.34. God tells the Israelites they shall feele his breach of promise; and in Ezek. 16.59. he tells them that he would deale with them as they had done with him, in breaking his Covenant; and so in Zach. 11.10. by all which it may seeme Gods Covenant may faile.
Sixthly, christ the Mediator and Testator of it, hath confirmed it by his own blood, Hebrew 9.16, 17, 18. What can then be more sure? Object. But in Numb. 14.34. God tells the Israelites they shall feel his breach of promise; and in Ezekiel 16.59. he tells them that he would deal with them as they had done with him, in breaking his Covenant; and so in Zach 11.10. by all which it may seem God's Covenant may fail.
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the former sort professe hope in the promise of life, but being hypocrites which never gave themselves to the Lord in truth, they fall short of the promise,
the former sort profess hope in the promise of life, but being Hypocrites which never gave themselves to the Lord in truth, they fallen short of the promise,
and are deprived ▪ Heb. 4. But those which are truly in Covenant with God, having given up themselves unto him in simplicity and truth to be his people, towards these Gods promise stands firme, never to be changed.
and Are deprived ▪ Hebrew 4. But those which Are truly in Covenant with God, having given up themselves unto him in simplicity and truth to be his people, towards these God's promise Stands firm, never to be changed.
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Those that believed not, they enjoyed it not, because of their unbeliefe; they were in truth none of the children of the Covenant, although they professed it;
Those that believed not, they enjoyed it not, Because of their unbelief; they were in truth none of the children of the Covenant, although they professed it;
but because some which seemed to have their names written therein, are at length declared and made manifest that they never were of those that were written there;
but Because Some which seemed to have their names written therein, Are At length declared and made manifest that they never were of those that were written there;
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Those that publish these things of our peace and salvation, may say with the Prophet, Lord, who hath believed our report? Esay 53.1. We look at these things as things of which there is no certainty;
Those that publish these things of our peace and salvation, may say with the Prophet, Lord, who hath believed our report? Isaiah 53.1. We look At these things as things of which there is no certainty;
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Vse 2. Is the Covenant and promises of it so sure? This then may minister a ground of strong consolation unto all such as have given up themselves unto God to be a people in Covenant with him:
Use 2. Is the Covenant and promises of it so sure? This then may minister a ground of strong consolation unto all such as have given up themselves unto God to be a people in Covenant with him:
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Let them know Gods Covenant is sure, and cannot faile them; you that are such, lift up your heads, comfort your hearts, strengthen the weak hands, and feeble knees;
Let them know God's Covenant is sure, and cannot fail them; you that Are such, lift up your Heads, Comfort your hearts, strengthen the weak hands, and feeble knees;
Could we in our meditations dwell more upon the certainty of this Covenant, which is so perfect and sure in all points, it would much help to uphold us in our greatest failings.
Could we in our meditations dwell more upon the certainty of this Covenant, which is so perfect and sure in all points, it would much help to uphold us in our greatest failings.
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Ah saith Gideon, Is the Lord with us? why then is all this evill come upon us? where are all his miracles our Fathers told us of? the Lord hath now forsaken us, Judges 6.13.
Ah Says gideon, Is the Lord with us? why then is all this evil come upon us? where Are all his Miracles our Father's told us of? the Lord hath now forsaken us, Judges 6.13.
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These are times in which God comes to us as he came to Abraham to prove him, God made Abraham a promise, that of his seed Christ should come, in whom all Nations should be blessed;
These Are times in which God comes to us as he Come to Abraham to prove him, God made Abraham a promise, that of his seed christ should come, in whom all nations should be blessed;
Here therefore to try Abraham, God bids him goe and sacrifice his Sonne; here reason saith to Abraham, this is against the promise, for if Isaac be sacrificed,
Here Therefore to try Abraham, God bids him go and sacrifice his Son; Here reason Says to Abraham, this is against the promise, for if Isaac be sacrificed,
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In such times our work is, to stirre up our faith, believing the firmnesse and stability of the Covenant of God, assuring our selves, that heaven shall sooner be confounded with earth,
In such times our work is, to stir up our faith, believing the firmness and stability of the Covenant of God, assuring our selves, that heaven shall sooner be confounded with earth,
and turn into a Chaos again, the Sun shall sooner be turned into darknesse, the fire shall sooner cease to burn, the mighty Rocks and Mountaines shall sooner be thrown out of their places,
and turn into a Chaos again, the Sun shall sooner be turned into darkness, the fire shall sooner cease to burn, the mighty Rocks and Mountains shall sooner be thrown out of their places,
Whatsoever therefore the work of God seemes to pretend, yet judge of Gods intent by his promise, whatsoever falls out in the way, Gods intent, Gods end is to fulfill his Covenant, thats sure;
Whatsoever Therefore the work of God seems to pretend, yet judge of God's intent by his promise, whatsoever falls out in the Way, God's intent, God's end is to fulfil his Covenant, thats sure;
so have the children of God esteemed them, as of great and precious things, 2 Pet. 1.4. they are pearls unto those that are owners of them, Matth. 7.6. the more we prize them, the more may we assure our selves of our part in them;
so have the children of God esteemed them, as of great and precious things, 2 Pet. 1.4. they Are Pearls unto those that Are owners of them, Matthew 7.6. the more we prize them, the more may we assure our selves of our part in them;
make him our hope, as the Apostle calls him, 1 Tim. 1.1. even our hope of glory, Col. 1.27. Keep him near to us, and hope through him, and we shall not be disappointed of our hope.
make him our hope, as the Apostle calls him, 1 Tim. 1.1. even our hope of glory, Col. 1.27. Keep him near to us, and hope through him, and we shall not be disappointed of our hope.
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4. Lastly, labour to keep in our selves a cleare sight of those graces that are expressed in the conditionall promises, they being the companions of the faith which saveth us;
4. Lastly, labour to keep in our selves a clear sighed of those graces that Are expressed in the conditional promises, they being the Sodales of the faith which Saveth us;
What the Apostle speaks of riches, calling them uncertaine riches, 1 Tim. 6. the same may be truly affirmed of all worldly things, honour, favour of men, &c. they are all uncertaine things;
What the Apostle speaks of riches, calling them uncertain riches, 1 Tim. 6. the same may be truly affirmed of all worldly things, honour, favour of men, etc. they Are all uncertain things;
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And as is the hope, so is the possession of them uncertaine also, as it was to Haman, who in the midst of all his honour, stood but in a slippery place;
And as is the hope, so is the possession of them uncertain also, as it was to Haman, who in the midst of all his honour, stood but in a slippery place;
What is there of any certainty under the Sunne? The world (and all things in it) is not unfitly compared to a wheele, Ezek. 1. and 10. which is of various and uncertaine motion,
What is there of any certainty under the Sun? The world (and all things in it) is not unfitly compared to a wheel, Ezekiel 1. and 10. which is of various and uncertain motion,
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Here therefore, first by faith believe the truth of Gods promise, and then put on in practice, to seek after the things which God hath promised, looking at the glory and joy which is set before us,
Here Therefore, First by faith believe the truth of God's promise, and then put on in practice, to seek After the things which God hath promised, looking At the glory and joy which is Set before us,
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3. The third property of the Covenant is, that it is an everlasting Covenant, Gen. 17.7. I will stablish my Covenant betwixt me and thee, to be an everlasting Covenant;
3. The third property of the Covenant is, that it is an everlasting Covenant, Gen. 17.7. I will establish my Covenant betwixt me and thee, to be an everlasting Covenant;
1. A parte antè, as being from everlasting, in respect of the promise made to Christ for us, which was done before the foundation of the world, Tit. 1.2. 2. A parte post, as being to continue from everlasting to everlasting, as Moses speaks, Psal. 9.2.
1. A part antè, as being from everlasting, in respect of the promise made to christ for us, which was done before the Foundation of the world, Tit. 1.2. 2. A part post, as being to continue from everlasting to everlasting, as Moses speaks, Psalm 9.2.
and not in truth) such a Covenant may break, and come to an end, in which sence the Iewes are said to have broke the everlasting Covenant, Esay 24.5.
and not in truth) such a Covenant may break, and come to an end, in which sense the Iewes Are said to have broke the everlasting Covenant, Isaiah 24.5.
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forgivenesse of sinnes is everlasting, being once forgiven, they are never remembred any more, Ier. 31.33. The peace and joy which comes thereby, is everlasting also, your peace shall no man take from you, Ioh. 16. and our joy is everlasting, Esay 35.10. our salvation is an everlasting salvation, Esay 45.17. our life is an everlasting life, Ioh. 3.16. All the blessings of the Covenant are to continue, not only like Iosephs blessing, to the end of the everlasting hills, Gen. 49.26. but for ever and for ever.
forgiveness of Sins is everlasting, being once forgiven, they Are never remembered any more, Jeremiah 31.33. The peace and joy which comes thereby, is everlasting also, your peace shall no man take from you, John 16. and our joy is everlasting, Isaiah 35.10. our salvation is an everlasting salvation, Isaiah 45.17. our life is an everlasting life, John 3.16. All the blessings of the Covenant Are to continue, not only like Joseph's blessing, to the end of the everlasting hills, Gen. 49.26. but for ever and for ever.
The supper is often administred, because of the many breaches on our part, and the manifold weaknesses of our faith which we are subject unto, the Lord being pleased in that Sacrament to renue the seale of his Covenant towards us,
The supper is often administered, Because of the many Breaches on our part, and the manifold Weaknesses of our faith which we Are Subject unto, the Lord being pleased in that Sacrament to renew the seal of his Covenant towards us,
for the setling of our faith, and the stablishing of us in the assurance of his grace, which hath been so often witnessed to us, in the renuing of the Seale of the Covenant;
for the settling of our faith, and the establishing of us in the assurance of his grace, which hath been so often witnessed to us, in the renewing of the Seal of the Covenant;
and to the end, Joh. 13. his gifts and calling by grace are without repentance, Rom. 11.29. his love is everlasting, Jer. 31.3. his kindnesse is everlasting, Esay 54.8. and his goodnesse shall be everlasting towards them that he takes in Covenant with him.
and to the end, John 13. his Gifts and calling by grace Are without Repentance, Rom. 11.29. his love is everlasting, Jer. 31.3. his kindness is everlasting, Isaiah 54.8. and his Goodness shall be everlasting towards them that he Takes in Covenant with him.
Answ. It followeth not, because the Covenant of works (speaking of the accomplishment of it by man, with whom it was made) was not built upon Gods purpose within himselfe,
Answer It follows not, Because the Covenant of works (speaking of the accomplishment of it by man, with whom it was made) was not built upon God's purpose within himself,
but the Covenant of grace is built upon Gods immutable purpose, which cannot change: The Apostle joynes these two together, purpose and Grace, 2 Tim. 1.9. to give us to understand, that all the wayes of his grace which he leads his people into (and therefore also this way of his Covenant) is according to his eternall purpose within himselfe:
but the Covenant of grace is built upon God's immutable purpose, which cannot change: The Apostle joins these two together, purpose and Grace, 2 Tim. 1.9. to give us to understand, that all the ways of his grace which he leads his people into (and Therefore also this Way of his Covenant) is according to his Eternal purpose within himself:
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and it is the unchangeablenesse of it, which doth condemne all the Sonnes of Adam, and did bring Christ from heaven to fulfill it for those which should believe;
and it is the unchangeableness of it, which does condemn all the Sons of Adam, and did bring christ from heaven to fulfil it for those which should believe;
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This justice in God is unalterable, and changeth not, and thus farre there is little or no difference between the one Covenant and the other, but both are alike;
This Justice in God is unalterable, and changes not, and thus Far there is little or no difference between the one Covenant and the other, but both Are alike;
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The promises therefore of this Covenant are larger and better then of that other, this being made with none but with those that the purpose of his grace doth reach unto:
The promises Therefore of this Covenant Are larger and better then of that other, this being made with none but with those that the purpose of his grace does reach unto:
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for if God give life upon obedience performed, or inflict death upon disobedience, God doth in so doing performe this Covenant towards man, this being all that God promised in that Covenant;
for if God give life upon Obedience performed, or inflict death upon disobedience, God does in so doing perform this Covenant towards man, this being all that God promised in that Covenant;
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Reas. 2. From the everlasting mediation and intercession of Christ•, who for ever stands betwixt God and us to make up all breaches which might be made by our default:
Reas. 2. From the everlasting mediation and Intercession of Christ•, who for ever Stands betwixt God and us to make up all Breaches which might be made by our default:
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Though Abraham be dead, yet God is Abrahams God still, and by vertue of this Covenant betwixt God and him, Abraham shall be raised up, and live againe:
Though Abraham be dead, yet God is Abrahams God still, and by virtue of this Covenant betwixt God and him, Abraham shall be raised up, and live again:
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yet then consider Gods Covenant is an everlasting Covenant, so that if ever you gave up your selves to God by Covenant to be one of his, this Covenant shall continue and abide for ever.
yet then Consider God's Covenant is an everlasting Covenant, so that if ever you gave up your selves to God by Covenant to be one of his, this Covenant shall continue and abide for ever.
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If ever you found your selves infolded in the bands of this Covenant, know for certaine the Lord will not loose you, he will remember his Covenant and promise,
If ever you found your selves enfolded in the bans of this Covenant, know for certain the Lord will not lose you, he will Remember his Covenant and promise,
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suppose it be so, he may be angry with his dearest ones, as he was with Moses, Deut. 1.37. but he will not alwayes chide, Psal. 103.9. nor will he cast off for ever, Lament. 3.31. he will be pleased againe, and will love you with an everlasting love, see Psal. 89.28, 29. to 38. Here is a ground of everlasting consolation in this everlasting Covenant. Vse 2. For exhortation:
suppose it be so, he may be angry with his dearest ones, as he was with Moses, Deuteronomy 1.37. but he will not always chide, Psalm 103.9. nor will he cast off for ever, Lament. 3.31. he will be pleased again, and will love you with an everlasting love, see Psalm 89.28, 29. to 38. Here is a ground of everlasting consolation in this everlasting Covenant. Use 2. For exhortation:
who can sufficiently admire this goodnesse? When God had made that large promise to David concerning his House and Kingdom for ever (2 Sam. 7.16.) See how David was taken up with admiration, Lord (saith he) who am I, and what is my house, that thou hast brought me hitherto; namely, to the Kingdom;
who can sufficiently admire this Goodness? When God had made that large promise to David Concerning his House and Kingdom for ever (2 Sam. 7.16.) See how David was taken up with admiration, Lord (Says he) who am I, and what is my house, that thou hast brought me hitherto; namely, to the Kingdom;
And yet this was but a smal thing in thy sight O Lord God, and therefore thou hast spoken of thy servants house for a great while, vers. 19. This enlargement of Gods love to Davids house for a great while,
And yet this was but a small thing in thy sighed Oh Lord God, and Therefore thou hast spoken of thy Servants house for a great while, vers. 19. This enlargement of God's love to Davids house for a great while,
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Its mentioned as one of the sinnes of the Gentiles, that they were Covenant-breakers, Rom 1.30. Let it rest with Gentiles, let it never be said that it is the sinne of those that professe themselves the children of an everlasting Covenant.
Its mentioned as one of the Sins of the Gentiles, that they were Covenant-breakers, Rom 1.30. Let it rest with Gentiles, let it never be said that it is the sin of those that profess themselves the children of an everlasting Covenant.
Inheritances are preferred before leases, &c. All the things of the world are but temporal, the things of God which he passeth over to his by his Covenant are eternal, • Cor. 4.1.
Inheritances Are preferred before leases, etc. All the things of the world Are but temporal, the things of God which he passes over to his by his Covenant Are Eternal, • Cor. 4.1.
Secondly, his holy Saints are the other party in it, Psal. 50.5. For God doth not take the wicked by the hand as Job speaks, Iob 8.20. to enter into Covenant with them;
Secondly, his holy Saints Are the other party in it, Psalm 50.5. For God does not take the wicked by the hand as Job speaks, Job 8.20. to enter into Covenant with them;
He doth not allow them so much as to take his Covenant into their mouths, Psal. 50.17. He is the God of the just, of the righteous and holy people, he is the King of Saints, Apoc. 15. he will have no fellowship with the wicked.
He does not allow them so much as to take his Covenant into their mouths, Psalm 50.17. He is the God of the just, of the righteous and holy people, he is the King of Saints, Apocalypse 15. he will have no fellowship with the wicked.
or at the condition on our part: First, the promise on Gods part, is holy, Psal. 105.42. he remembers his holy promise, he hath spoken it in his holinesse, Psal. 60.6.
or At the condition on our part: First, the promise on God's part, is holy, Psalm 105.42. he remembers his holy promise, he hath spoken it in his holiness, Psalm 60.6.
And the substance of his promise is holinesse, which he hath promised to work in the soules of his people, he hath promised to sanctifie us, to take away the stony heart, to poure clean water upon us, to cleanse us from all our filthinesse,
And the substance of his promise is holiness, which he hath promised to work in the Souls of his people, he hath promised to sanctify us, to take away the stony heart, to pour clean water upon us, to cleanse us from all our filthiness,
therefore called by the Apostle holy faith, Iude 20. It is a most holy grace of the Spirit, purifying both heart and hand, not daring to touch or lay hold of the Covenant with unwashen hands.
Therefore called by the Apostle holy faith, Iude 20. It is a most holy grace of the Spirit, purifying both heart and hand, not daring to touch or lay hold of the Covenant with unwashen hands.
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3. In respect of the Commandement, it commands holinesse, Be ye holy, saith the Lord, for I the Lord your God am holy, Levit. 11.44. & 19.2. & 20.7. and therefore it is that Gods calling is termed an holy calling, 2 Tim. 1.9. and we called unto holinesse, 1 Thes. 4.7. and when God takes us into Covenant with him, he chargeth us henceforth to touch no unclean thing, 2 Cor. 6.17. 4. In regard of the effect, it works holinesse in those that are called;
3. In respect of the Commandment, it commands holiness, Be you holy, Says the Lord, for I the Lord your God am holy, Levit. 11.44. & 19.2. & 20.7. and Therefore it is that God's calling is termed an holy calling, 2 Tim. 1.9. and we called unto holiness, 1 Thebes 4.7. and when God Takes us into Covenant with him, he charges us henceforth to touch no unclean thing, 2 Cor. 6.17. 4. In regard of the Effect, it works holiness in those that Are called;
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It worketh effectually that which it promiseth and commandeth, The promises of the Covenant have a sanctifying vertue in them, to sanctifie those to whom they are made,
It works effectually that which it promises and commands, The promises of the Covenant have a sanctifying virtue in them, to sanctify those to whom they Are made,
and grow up unto full holinesse in his feare, &c. And in regard of this effect of the Covenant thus working holinesse in those that are the people of God, they are called the holy people, Dan. 12.7. and the people of Gods holinesse, Esay 63.18.
and grow up unto full holiness in his Fear, etc. And in regard of this Effect of the Covenant thus working holiness in those that Are the people of God, they Are called the holy people, Dan. 12.7. and the people of God's holiness, Isaiah 63.18.
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2. Because the end of this Covenant, is to make us partakers of all the holy things of God, from which all unholy and uncleane ones are excluded, Levit. 12.2, 3, 6. Psal. 50.16. but those that are sanctified enjoy them, and use them as their own;
2. Because the end of this Covenant, is to make us partakers of all the holy things of God, from which all unholy and unclean ones Are excluded, Levit. 12.2, 3, 6. Psalm 50.16. but those that Are sanctified enjoy them, and use them as their own;
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The Lord saith unto them, ye are my people; and they say unto him, thou art our God, Zach. 13. ult. But without holinesse no man can have fellowship with God,
The Lord Says unto them, you Are my people; and they say unto him, thou art our God, Zach 13. ult. But without holiness no man can have fellowship with God,
in this sence things holy, are called separate things, Deut. 19 2. Things common in Scripture are opposed to holy, to shew that holy things must be separate from common use:
in this sense things holy, Are called separate things, Deuteronomy 19 2. Things Common in Scripture Are opposed to holy, to show that holy things must be separate from Common use:
Hence Solomon speaking of Gods taking Israel to be his own, he useth that expression, Thou hast separated them unto thy selfe, from all the people of the earth, &c. and thence was that exhortation of Ezra, Separate your selves from the people of the lands, Ezrah 10.11. and that of the Apostle, Come out from among them, and separate your selves, 2 Cor. 6.17.
Hence Solomon speaking of God's taking Israel to be his own, he uses that expression, Thou hast separated them unto thy self, from all the people of the earth, etc. and thence was that exhortation of Ezra, Separate your selves from the people of the Lands, Ezrah 10.11. and that of the Apostle, Come out from among them, and separate your selves, 2 Cor. 6.17.
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thus were the first fruits called holy, and thence the holy things, and the dedicated things, are taken for one and the same, 1 Kings 15.15. as the Altar, Numb. 7. end, the Temple, 1 King. 8.63. and thus must we be dedicate or given to the Lord, as is said of the Macedonians, that they gave themselves to the Lord, 2 Cor. 8. we must resign up our selves unto him, to be his and for him alone.
thus were the First fruits called holy, and thence the holy things, and the dedicated things, Are taken for one and the same, 1 Kings 15.15. as the Altar, Numb. 7. end, the Temple, 1 King. 8.63. and thus must we be dedicate or given to the Lord, as is said of the Macedonians, that they gave themselves to the Lord, 2 Cor. 8. we must resign up our selves unto him, to be his and for him alone.
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as all the things that were appointed for the service of God, were anoynted with the holy oyl, Exod. 30.26, 27. so must we be anoynted with the sweet oyntments which are the graces of the spirit, 2 Cor. 1.21. 1 Ioh. 2.27. The oyntment of the holy Ghost which was poured upon the head of Christ, Acts 10.38.
as all the things that were appointed for the service of God, were anointed with the holy oil, Exod 30.26, 27. so must we be anointed with the sweet ointments which Are the graces of the Spirit, 2 Cor. 1.21. 1 John 2.27. The ointment of the holy Ghost which was poured upon the head of christ, Acts 10.38.
and in spirit, 1 Thes. 5.23. 2. Actuall, its not enough to have grace in us, but there must be an holy use and exercise of those graces that are in us;
and in Spirit, 1 Thebes 5.23. 2. Actual, its not enough to have grace in us, but there must be an holy use and exercise of those graces that Are in us;
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but that we should put them forth in our practice, so as to be fruitfull in the improvement of them, 2 Pet. 1.8. and thence it is that the Apostle speaking of the holinesse which the Lord requires to be in his people;
but that we should put them forth in our practice, so as to be fruitful in the improvement of them, 2 Pet. 1.8. and thence it is that the Apostle speaking of the holiness which the Lord requires to be in his people;
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he doth not only require a holinesse of disposition by inherent graces, but that we should be holy in all manner of conversation, 1 Pet. 1.15, 16. and for this cause the way of Saints is called holy, Esay 35.8.
he does not only require a holiness of disposition by inherent graces, but that we should be holy in all manner of Conversation, 1 Pet. 1.15, 16. and for this cause the Way of Saints is called holy, Isaiah 35.8.
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and they are said to be undefiled in their way, Psal 11 9. where the soule is sanctified by the spirit of Christ, the life will be holy and sanctified also:
and they Are said to be undefiled in their Way, Psalm 11 9. where the soul is sanctified by the Spirit of christ, the life will be holy and sanctified also:
Holinesse will make us minde the things that are holy, and to exercise our selves in them in a holy manner, with holy reverence, holy seare, holy desires of enjoying the Lord in them, with holy rejoycing in his presence,
Holiness will make us mind the things that Are holy, and to exercise our selves in them in a holy manner, with holy Reverence, holy sear, holy Desires of enjoying the Lord in them, with holy rejoicing in his presence,
As those that are unholy, doe by an unholy use of them pollute unto themselves the holy things of God, which they take in hand, they dealing in those holy things in an ordinary and common manner;
As those that Are unholy, do by an unholy use of them pollute unto themselves the holy things of God, which they take in hand, they dealing in those holy things in an ordinary and Common manner;
so contrariwise, whom God hath sanctified, they doe sanctifie to themselves the common and ordinary actions of this life, by using them not in an ordinary prophane manner, but holily;
so contrariwise, whom God hath sanctified, they do sanctify to themselves the Common and ordinary actions of this life, by using them not in an ordinary profane manner, but holily;
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The man of warre hath holinesse written upon his horse bridles, Zach. 14.20. he goes to warre before the Lord, Numb. 31.6. and fights the battels of the Lord, as fighting not for men but for God, 2 Sam. 25.28. when he handles the sword, he consecrates his hand unto the Lord, Exod. 32.29. and therein doth the work of the Lord of Hosts, Jer. 48.10.
The man of war hath holiness written upon his horse bridles, Zach 14.20. he Goes to war before the Lord, Numb. 31.6. and fights the battles of the Lord, as fighting not for men but for God, 2 Sam. 25.28. when he handles the sword, he consecrates his hand unto the Lord, Exod 32.29. and therein does the work of the Lord of Hosts, Jer. 48.10.
The Merchant (in time of peace) turns his merchandizing to be holinesse to the Lord, that there may be sufficient for them that minister before the Lord, to eat sufficiently,
The Merchant (in time of peace) turns his Merchandising to be holiness to the Lord, that there may be sufficient for them that minister before the Lord, to eat sufficiently,
Ʋse 1. This lets us see the true cause whence it is that so few among the multitudes of men that are in the world, are willing to embrace this Covenant, which the Lord offers to enter into with men;
Ʋse 1. This lets us see the true cause whence it is that so few among the Multitudes of men that Are in the world, Are willing to embrace this Covenant, which the Lord offers to enter into with men;
It might justly be wondred at, that (it containing such admirable and high priviledges as it doth) it should not draw all men unto it, that they might enjoy the benefit of it.
It might justly be wondered At, that (it containing such admirable and high privileges as it does) it should not draw all men unto it, that they might enjoy the benefit of it.
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That one clause of the Covenant (Touch no unclean thing) is the barre which cannot be broken through, which keeps the distance and maintaines the enmity betwixt him and them.
That one clause of the Covenant (Touch no unclean thing) is the bar which cannot be broken through, which keeps the distance and maintains the enmity betwixt him and them.
we must have our way in holinesse, that our end may be eternall life, Rom. 6.21. Let such then as are pure and undefiled in their way, let them rejoyce in their portion;
we must have our Way in holiness, that our end may be Eternal life, Rom. 6.21. Let such then as Are pure and undefiled in their Way, let them rejoice in their portion;
but being workers of iniquity, were bidden to depart from him, Matth. 7.22. It is strange that any such should flatter themselves with hope, as looking to enjoy the blessing of the Covenant, neglecting the way of it, which is holy;
but being workers of iniquity, were bidden to depart from him, Matthew 7.22. It is strange that any such should flatter themselves with hope, as looking to enjoy the blessing of the Covenant, neglecting the Way of it, which is holy;
that men should promise themselves peace, whiles they walk after the wicked imaginations of their own heart, seeing God never made Covenant with any to bring any unto life,
that men should promise themselves peace, while they walk After the wicked Imaginations of their own heart, seeing God never made Covenant with any to bring any unto life,
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That article (you shall be saved and yet live in your sinnes) is foysted in by that false deceiver the Devill, who hath thus interlined and falsified and changed the Covenant of God, thereby to deceive the wicked and ungodly of the world, making that which sounds forth nothing but holinesse, to seeme a carnall and loose covenant, nourishing men up in all impurity;
That article (you shall be saved and yet live in your Sins) is foisted in by that false deceiver the devil, who hath thus interlined and falsified and changed the Covenant of God, thereby to deceive the wicked and ungodly of the world, making that which sounds forth nothing but holiness, to seem a carnal and lose Covenant, nourishing men up in all impurity;
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he will acknowledge none of Sathans forgeries, his Covenant is holy, and either we must take the Covenant as Gods offers it or we can never partake o• the blessing of it.
he will acknowledge none of Satan's forgeries, his Covenant is holy, and either we must take the Covenant as God's offers it or we can never partake o• the blessing of it.
but makes us strive to a conformity with God, to be even as he is in this world, 1 Ioh. 4. following the Lord till we come to be partakers of his own holinesse, Heb. 12. 2. True holinesse towards God, is ever accompanied with righteousnesse towards men;
but makes us strive to a conformity with God, to be even as he is in this world, 1 John 4. following the Lord till we come to be partakers of his own holiness, Hebrew 12. 2. True holiness towards God, is ever accompanied with righteousness towards men;
holinesse of truth hath righteousnesse going with it, but false holinesse thinks it enough to seeme holy towards God, neglecting duties of justice and righteousnesse towards men:
holiness of truth hath righteousness going with it, but false holiness thinks it enough to seem holy towards God, neglecting duties of Justice and righteousness towards men:
how holily, how justly, how unblameably he had his conversation among them, 1 Thes. 2.10. these two which God hath so joyned together, we must not put asunder, if we will approve our selves to have attained that holinesse of truth.
how holily, how justly, how unblamably he had his Conversation among them, 1 Thebes 2.10. these two which God hath so joined together, we must not put asunder, if we will approve our selves to have attained that holiness of truth.
and the salvation of men, 1 Cor. 10. ult. It abhors those Pharisaicall ends of hypocrites, mentioned in Matth. 6. 4. There is in a sanctified Christian, both light and life;
and the salvation of men, 1 Cor. 10. ult. It abhors those Pharisaical ends of Hypocrites, mentioned in Matthew 6. 4. There is in a sanctified Christian, both Light and life;
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and to long after the grace which is still wanting in him, so that true holinesse makes us weary of the body of corruption that is in us, groaning under it as under a misery not to be endured, as Paul did, Rom. 7.24. and makes us thirst after more grace, that we might be enabled in every thing to please God, Psal. 119.5. Painted holinesse puffes up with conceit of our own goodnesse, as Esay 65.5. but true holinesse humbles us by reason of the sight and sence we have of the corruption that is in us.
and to long After the grace which is still wanting in him, so that true holiness makes us weary of the body of corruption that is in us, groaning under it as under a misery not to be endured, as Paul did, Rom. 7.24. and makes us thirst After more grace, that we might be enabled in every thing to please God, Psalm 119.5. Painted holiness puffs up with conceit of our own Goodness, as Isaiah 65.5. but true holiness humbles us by reason of the sighed and sense we have of the corruption that is in us.
Let them labour to expresse this holinesse in their lives and wayes, that they may thereby approve themselves to be faithfull in their Covenant with God;
Let them labour to express this holiness in their lives and ways, that they may thereby approve themselves to be faithful in their Covenant with God;
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can two walk together, except they be agreed? Amos 3.3. certainly unlesse we agree to walk in holinesse with our God, we cannot long walk together nor hold Covenant one with another;
can two walk together, except they be agreed? Amos 3.3. Certainly unless we agree to walk in holiness with our God, we cannot long walk together nor hold Covenant one with Another;
Motives 1. This is Gods end in taking us into Covenant with him, that he might be glorified, Esay 43.21. & 44.23. In 1 Pet. 2.9. the Apostle tells us we are for this end taken to be a peculiar people unto God, that we might shew forth the vertues of him that hath called us out of darknesse into his marvellous light;
Motives 1. This is God's end in taking us into Covenant with him, that he might be glorified, Isaiah 43.21. & 44.23. In 1 Pet. 2.9. the Apostle tells us we Are for this end taken to be a peculiar people unto God, that we might show forth the Virtues of him that hath called us out of darkness into his marvellous Light;
he took us to himselfe, when he saw us polluted in our bloud, Ezek. 16. yet then he cloathed us with the beauty of his own vertues, that his name may be glorified in us;
he took us to himself, when he saw us polluted in our blood, Ezekiel 16. yet then he clothed us with the beauty of his own Virtues, that his name may be glorified in us;
2. Sanctity and holinesse is the beauty and glory of any people, by which they excell all other people of the world, Deut. 26. ult. In Exod. 15.11. God himselfe is said to be glorious in holinesse;
2. Sanctity and holiness is the beauty and glory of any people, by which they excel all other people of the world, Deuteronomy 26. ult. In Exod 15.11. God himself is said to be glorious in holiness;
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and the same is the Churches glory too, which is then glorious when it is holy and without blame, Ephes. 5.27. we cannot honour our selves more then by growing up in true holinesse, nor can we make our selves vile any way so much as by sinful impiety, Psal. 15.4.
and the same is the Churches glory too, which is then glorious when it is holy and without blame, Ephesians 5.27. we cannot honour our selves more then by growing up in true holiness, nor can we make our selves vile any Way so much as by sinful impiety, Psalm 15.4.
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and therefore they are said to be sealed with the holy spirit of promise, Eph. 1.13. as men set on their seales to note their propriety in that thing that is sealed;
and Therefore they Are said to be sealed with the holy Spirit of promise, Ephesians 1.13. as men Set on their Seals to note their propriety in that thing that is sealed;
this is that which we wish for, even your perfection saith the Apostle, 2 Cor. 13.9. and what perfection is that? even the same that he mentions, Chap 7.1. that they might perfect their holinesse in the feare o• God:
this is that which we wish for, even your perfection Says the Apostle, 2 Cor. 13.9. and what perfection is that? even the same that he mentions, Chap 7.1. that they might perfect their holiness in the Fear o• God:
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This was mans perfection in the beginning, and the same shall be our perfection in heaven, Heb. 12.23. Holinesse adds perfection to all other gifts, and without this, they are all of no worth;
This was men perfection in the beginning, and the same shall be our perfection in heaven, Hebrew 12.23. Holiness adds perfection to all other Gifts, and without this, they Are all of no worth;
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Wisdome without holinesse, is but fox-like craftinesse; courage without holinesse, is but lyon-like cruelty; humblenesse without holinesse, is but basenesse of spirit;
Wisdom without holiness, is but foxlike craftiness; courage without holiness, is but Lion-like cruelty; humbleness without holiness, is but baseness of Spirit;
5. Holinesse makes us live the life of God, which all other unsanctified ones are strangers from, Ephes. 4. by holinesse the life of Christ is manifest to be in us, 2 Cor. 4. so that we may say that now we live not our selves,
5. Holiness makes us live the life of God, which all other unsanctified ones Are Strangers from, Ephesians 4. by holiness the life of christ is manifest to be in us, 2 Cor. 4. so that we may say that now we live not our selves,
6. All those that are in Covenant with God, are a people neare unto him, and being neare unto him, he will be sanctified in them, Levit. 10.3. but without holinesse we pollute his name, Ezek. 36. it is not sanctified in us.
6. All those that Are in Covenant with God, Are a people near unto him, and being near unto him, he will be sanctified in them, Levit. 10.3. but without holiness we pollute his name, Ezekiel 36. it is not sanctified in us.
these are dayes of grace, wherein we enjoy all the holy things of God more aboundantly then in former times, to the end that we might abound in all the holy graces of the spirit;
these Are days of grace, wherein we enjoy all the holy things of God more abundantly then in former times, to the end that we might abound in all the holy graces of the Spirit;
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And this reason should move us the more, because the greater the light is in which we live, the more evident are the blots and blemishes which are in us;
And this reason should move us the more, Because the greater the Light is in which we live, the more evident Are the blots and blemishes which Are in us;
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therefore as the dayes we live in be dayes of light, so let us walk as children of light, shining forth as lights in the midst of a perverse and corrupt generation, Phil. 2.
Therefore as the days we live in be days of Light, so let us walk as children of Light, shining forth as lights in the midst of a perverse and corrupt generation, Philip 2.
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If to wealth and riches, we are the poorest of all the people of God through the whole world, we can not excell (nor so much as equall) other people in these things;
If to wealth and riches, we Are the Poorest of all the people of God through the Whole world, we can not excel (nor so much as equal) other people in these things;
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Now the God of peace, that brought againe the Lord Iesus, the great shepheard of the sheep, through the blood of the everlasting Covenant, make us perfect in all good works to doe his will;
Now the God of peace, that brought again the Lord Iesus, the great shepherd of the sheep, through the blood of the everlasting Covenant, make us perfect in all good works to do his will;
