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EXODUS 15.11. Who is like unto thee, O Lord, amongst the Gods! who is like unto thee, glorious in holinesse, fearfull in praises, doing wonders!EXODUS 15.11. Who is like unto thee, Oh Lord, among the God's! who is like unto thee, glorious in holiness, fearful in praises, doing wonders!
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THis Scripture is this day fulfilled in our eares, and before our eyes;
THis Scripture is this day fulfilled in our ears, and before our eyes;
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that which God hath already begun to doe for this Kingdome and the neighbour Churches, doth shew unto us, that there is none like unto the Lord, Who is glorious in holinesse, fearfull in praises, doing wonders.
that which God hath already begun to do for this Kingdom and the neighbour Churches, does show unto us, that there is none like unto the Lord, Who is glorious in holiness, fearful in praises, doing wonders.
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The words though they be in the middle of the song, yet they are a kinde of an Epichonema, which usually is at the end;
The words though they be in the middle of the song, yet they Are a kind of an Epichonema, which usually is At the end;
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but the spirit of M•ses being raised in admiring at, and blessing God for the great things he had done for his people, he containeth not himselfe till he comes to the end,
but the Spirit of M•ses being raised in admiring At, and blessing God for the great things he had done for his people, he Containeth not himself till he comes to the end,
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but breakes forth in the very middle with this applause of the glory of God, Who is like vnto the, O Lord, amongst the god•, who is like unto thee, glorious in holinesse, fearful in praises, doing wonders? You see then the words are a part of Moses his song, occasioned upon the goodnesse of God in delivering his people from Egypt, and carrying of them through the Red-sea.
but breaks forth in the very middle with this applause of the glory of God, Who is like unto thee, Oh Lord, among the god•, who is like unto thee, glorious in holiness, fearful in praises, doing wonders? You see then the words Are a part of Moses his song, occasioned upon the Goodness of God in delivering his people from Egypt, and carrying of them through the Red sea.
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And this song, is the most ancient song that ever was in the world;
And this song, is the most ancient song that ever was in the world;
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it is the first in Scripture, and we know of no Author before Moses; those that were skilful in the way of Poetry were many hundred years after Moses. It is a spiritual and most excellent song;
it is the First in Scripture, and we know of no Author before Moses; those that were skilful in the Way of Poetry were many hundred Years After Moses. It is a spiritual and most excellent song;
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the stile of it is full of Elegancy, the matter of exceeding variety;
the style of it is full of Elegancy, the matter of exceeding variety;
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it is Eucharistical, Triumphant, Prophetical, and 'tis pitty we have not such an excellent song as this is, turned into Meeter, to be sung in our Congregations.
it is Eucharistical, Triumphant, Prophetical, and it's pity we have not such an excellent song as this is, turned into Meeter, to be sung in our Congregations.
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And it is a most delightful song, and therefore you shall observe when God promised a great mercy to his people in which they should exceedingly rejoyce, he hath reference to this song, Hosea 2.15.
And it is a most delightful song, and Therefore you shall observe when God promised a great mercy to his people in which they should exceedingly rejoice, he hath Referente to this song, Hosea 2.15.
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And I will give her Vineyards from thence, and the valley of Achor for a door of hope, And I will give her Vineyards from thence, and the valley of Achor for a door of hope,
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and she shall sing there as in the daies of her youth, and as in the day when she came up out of the Land of Egypt. and she shall sing there as in the days of her youth, and as in the day when she Come up out of the Land of Egypt.
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When God intended any great mercy to his people, he would have them sing according to this song of Moses: So then,
When God intended any great mercy to his people, he would have them sing according to this song of Moses: So then,
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if God be in a way of mercy, if he be opening a door of hope to us, you see how seasonable this song is.
if God be in a Way of mercy, if he be opening a door of hope to us, you see how seasonable this song is.
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And 'tis a Typical song, as of the deliverance of Gods people out of Egypt, so a Type of the deliverance of Gods people from the bondage of Antichrist therefore it is very observable, that this song was to be sung again when the people of God should be delivered from Antichrist;
And it's a Typical song, as of the deliverance of God's people out of Egypt, so a Type of the deliverance of God's people from the bondage of Antichrist Therefore it is very observable, that this song was to be sung again when the people of God should be Delivered from Antichrist;
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In Kevel. 15. and the beginning, you may see Gods judgements upon Antichrist.
In Kevel. 15. and the beginning, you may see God's Judgments upon Antichrist.
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And in vers. 3. it is said they sing the son of Moses the servant of God, and the song of the Lamb, saying, Great and marvellous are thy works Lord God Almighty;
And in vers. 3. it is said they sing the son of Moses the servant of God, and the song of the Lamb, saying, Great and marvellous Are thy works Lord God Almighty;
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just and true are thy ways thou King of Saints. just and true Are thy ways thou King of Saints.
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By this you may see what God would shew us, that the bondage under Antichrist is like the bondage in Egypt; and therefore Rome is called Egypt in the Revelations, because when we shall be delivered from Antichristian bondage we shall renew this song of Moses: So that if we now expect deliverance from bondage under Antichrist, it is good for us to acquaint our selves with this song,
By this you may see what God would show us, that the bondage under Antichrist is like the bondage in Egypt; and Therefore Room is called Egypt in the Revelations, Because when we shall be Delivered from Antichristian bondage we shall renew this song of Moses: So that if we now expect deliverance from bondage under Antichrist, it is good for us to acquaint our selves with this song,
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because it is that which shall be sing over again when the bondage of Antichrist is removed.
Because it is that which shall be sing over again when the bondage of Antichrist is removed.
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It is a miraculous song according to the opinion of Austin; he brings in this song as one of the miracles, that is, that God did at the same time by the spirit inspire all the people of Israel, that they sung together one and the same song;
It is a miraculous song according to the opinion of Austin; he brings in this song as one of the Miracles, that is, that God did At the same time by the Spirit inspire all the people of Israel, that they sung together one and the same song;
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and therefore it was miraculous true if it had been so, but the Scripture is not clear in that.
and Therefore it was miraculous true if it had been so, but the Scripture is not clear in that.
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But we leave generals, and come to the words;
But we leave generals, and come to the words;
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though there be many excellent things in the Chapter to make way to to that I have read,
though there be many excellent things in the Chapter to make Way to to that I have read,
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yet because I would not be hindred, I wil come instantly to the words, which are as it were a recapitulation of all, containing the substance of all;
yet Because I would not be hindered, I will come instantly to the words, which Are as it were a recapitulation of all, containing the substance of all;
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as if he had said, I have spoken of many particulars that God doth for his people;
as if he had said, I have spoken of many particulars that God does for his people;
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but there none like unto the Lord, who is glorious in holinesse, fearful in praises, doing wonders: but there none like unto the Lord, who is glorious in holiness, fearful in praises, doing wonders:
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There are four things (you see then) wherein the name of God is advanced here:
There Are four things (you see then) wherein the name of God is advanced Here:
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First, there is none like the Lord: Secondly, glorious in holinesse: Thirdly, fearful in praises: Fourthly, doing wonders.
First, there is none like the Lord: Secondly, glorious in holiness: Thirdly, fearful in praises: Fourthly, doing wonders.
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I confesse when my thoughts were first to speak upon this Text, I intended only the third particular, the opening of that Title of God, fearfull in praises; we finde not any such Title that I know of in all the book of God but onely in this place;
I confess when my thoughts were First to speak upon this Text, I intended only the third particular, the opening of that Title of God, fearful in praises; we find not any such Title that I know of in all the book of God but only in this place;
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but because I saw there was much of God in the two former, therefore I thought it might be useful to shew you what there is of God in them,
but Because I saw there was much of God in the two former, Therefore I Thought it might be useful to show you what there is of God in them,
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and was unwilling to passe them by.
and was unwilling to pass them by.
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For the two first then, who is like to thee, O Lord, amongst the Gods, who is like unto thee, glorious in holinesse, who is like to thee? this you seee is put by way of interrogation;
For the two First then, who is like to thee, Oh Lord, among the God's, who is like unto thee, glorious in holiness, who is like to thee? this you seee is put by Way of interrogation;
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now interrogations in Scripture are especially brought in two waies: First, by way of admiration. Secondly, by way of negation.
now interrogations in Scripture Are especially brought in two ways: First, by Way of admiration. Secondly, by Way of negation.
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Sometimes by way of admiration, Esay 63.1. Who is this that commeth from Edom with died garments from Bozra!
Sometime by Way of admiration, Isaiah 63.1. Who is this that comes from Edom with died garments from Bozrah!
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Many others we might name by way of admiration: and by way of negation you know there are hundreds of examples;
Many Others we might name by Way of admiration: and by Way of negation you know there Are hundreds of Examples;
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and both these we are to understand here in the Text:
and both these we Are to understand Here in the Text:
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First, by way of admiration, Who is like unto thee, O Lord, among the Gods? &c. The spirit of Moses, & the people being struck with astonishment at the glory of God,
First, by Way of admiration, Who is like unto thee, Oh Lord, among the God's? etc. The Spirit of Moses, & the people being struck with astonishment At the glory of God,
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now manifested by the great works he did, they admire and say, Who is like unto thee, O Lord? and then by way of negation, who is like unto thee, O Lord? that is, there is none like unto thee;
now manifested by the great works he did, they admire and say, Who is like unto thee, Oh Lord? and then by Way of negation, who is like unto thee, Oh Lord? that is, there is none like unto thee;
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that is the first expression of the glory of God, the lifting up of the name of God aboue all things whatsoever;
that is the First expression of the glory of God, the lifting up of the name of God above all things whatsoever;
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there is none like to God. there is none like to God.
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And God doth much glory in this expression of his glory, that there is none like to him;
And God does much glory in this expression of his glory, that there is none like to him;
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we have it very often in Scripture, 1 Chron. 17.20. O Lord, there is none like thee, neither is there ary God besides thee, according to all that we have heard with our eares. So in Psalm 86.8. Among the gods there is none like unto thee, O Lord: and Psalm 89.6. For who in the heaven can be compared unto the Lord? who among the sons of the mighty can be likened unto the Lord? we might name divers other places where God glories much in this expression of his glory:
we have it very often in Scripture, 1 Chronicles 17.20. Oh Lord, there is none like thee, neither is there ary God beside thee, according to all that we have herd with our ears. So in Psalm 86.8. Among the God's there is none like unto thee, Oh Lord: and Psalm 89.6. For who in the heaven can be compared unto the Lord? who among the Sons of the mighty can be likened unto the Lord? we might name diverse other places where God Glories much in this expression of his glory:
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and the people of God have gloried much in it; and there is great cause they should do so.
and the people of God have gloried much in it; and there is great cause they should do so.
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It is said of the godly Machabees that at first by reason their name was an offence, meeting with this sentence, who is like unto thee, O Lord, amongst the gods? and being much taken with it they wrote the first Hebrew Letter of every word in this sentence in their ensignes of warre,
It is said of the godly Maccabees that At First by reason their name was an offence, meeting with this sentence, who is like unto thee, Oh Lord, among the God's? and being much taken with it they wrote the First Hebrew letter of every word in this sentence in their ensigns of war,
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and carried them about with them;
and carried them about with them;
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and upon this ground they were called the Machabees, glorying in this Title of God, who is like unto thee? And upon this ground the Holy Ghost concludes, that all should honour and glorifie God,
and upon this ground they were called the Maccabees, glorying in this Title of God, who is like unto thee? And upon this ground the Holy Ghost concludes, that all should honour and Glorify God,
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because there is none like unto him.
Because there is none like unto him.
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Psal. 89 6. Among the G•ds there is none like unto thee, O Lord, neither are there any works like unto thy works. Psalm 89 6. Among the G•ds there is none like unto thee, Oh Lord, neither Are there any works like unto thy works.
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Marke what follows in 9, 10, 11, 12, verses.
Mark what follows in 9, 10, 11, 12, Verses.
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All Nations whom thou hast made, shall come and worship before thee, O Lord, and shall glorifie thy name; All nations whom thou hast made, shall come and worship before thee, Oh Lord, and shall Glorify thy name;
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for thou art great, and dost wondrous things, for thou art God alone; teach me thy way, O Lord, I will walk in thy truth;
for thou art great, and dost wondrous things, for thou art God alone; teach me thy Way, Oh Lord, I will walk in thy truth;
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unite my heart to fear thy name;
unite my heart to Fear thy name;
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I will praise thee, O Lord my God, with a•l my heart, and I will glorifie thy name for evermore. I will praise thee, Oh Lord my God, with a•l my heart, and I will Glorify thy name for evermore.
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Thus you see how the holy Prophet was taken with this expression of God that there is none like to him,
Thus you see how the holy Prophet was taken with this expression of God that there is none like to him,
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therefore teach me thy way, O Lord, I will walk in thy truth, &c. There is none like unto the Lord amongst the gods:
Therefore teach me thy Way, Oh Lord, I will walk in thy truth, etc. There is none like unto the Lord among the God's:
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So it is here, it may be translated as well amongst the mighties.
So it is Here, it may be translated as well among the mighties.
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God is lifted up here not onely above the Heathen gods, so that there is none like to him amongst them;
God is lifted up Here not only above the Heathen God's, so that there is none like to him among them;
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but he is lifted up aboue whatever hath any excellency in it; there is none like to thee amongst the mighties:
but he is lifted up above whatever hath any excellency in it; there is none like to thee among the mighties:
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who ever is mighty & great, or let there be what might and greatnesse and excellency soever in the world,
who ever is mighty & great, or let there be what might and greatness and excellency soever in the world,
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yet God is infinitely above all.
yet God is infinitely above all.
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It would take up too much of our time, if wee should dilate our selves in shewing to you somewhat of the glory of God in this,
It would take up too much of our time, if we should dilate our selves in showing to you somewhat of the glory of God in this,
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how he is above all things, and that there is none like to him:
how he is above all things, and that there is none like to him:
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I will therefore but brie•ly name a few passages and apply this particular, and passe to the second, that we shall dwell longer upon.
I will Therefore but brie•ly name a few passages and apply this particular, and pass to the second, that we shall dwell longer upon.
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There is none like to God. First, in that whatever is in God, is God himselfe;
There is none like to God. First, in that whatever is in God, is God himself;
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this is a propriety of God:
this is a propriety of God:
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there is no creature hath any excellency in it that reaches to this excellency, that whatever is in that creature should be the being of it, all creatures being made up of severall things;
there is no creature hath any excellency in it that reaches to this excellency, that whatever is in that creature should be the being of it, all creatures being made up of several things;
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but now whatever is in God is God himselfe.
but now whatever is in God is God himself.
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Again•, there is an universall goodnesse in God, and there is none like to him in that:
Again•, there is an universal Goodness in God, and there is none like to him in that:
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one creature hath one good in it, and another, another:
one creature hath one good in it, and Another, Another:
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but God hath all good in him, there is all excellency and beauty in God in an eminent manner, there is none like to him in that.
but God hath all good in him, there is all excellency and beauty in God in an eminent manner, there is none like to him in that.
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And then all beings are but one excellency in God, however we apprehend God in severall excellencies;
And then all beings Are but one excellency in God, however we apprehend God in several excellencies;
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one attribute shining through one creature, and another through another, yet all are united in God;
one attribute shining through one creature, and Another through Another, yet all Are united in God;
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And all that is in him is primitively in him, he is of himselfe, and from himselfe, and for himselfe.
And all that is in him is primitively in him, he is of himself, and from himself, and for himself.
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And then none can communicate himselfe so as God can, none can inflict evill, or convey good so as God can and that this expression of God hath reference too for it is pecu•iar to God to communicate as much of himselfe as he will, which no creature can doe;
And then none can communicate himself so as God can, none can inflict evil, or convey good so as God can and that this expression of God hath Referente too for it is pecu•iar to God to communicate as much of himself as he will, which no creature can do;
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though the creature hath but little: some drops onely of goodnesse in comparison of the infinite Ocean that is in God;
though the creature hath but little: Some drops only of Goodness in comparison of the infinite Ocean that is in God;
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yet the creature cannot communicate of those drops as it will; it is the propriety of God onel• to communicate of his goodnesse as he will.
yet the creature cannot communicate of those drops as it will; it is the propriety of God onel• to communicate of his Goodness as he will.
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And not onely so, but he can make the creature that he communicates his goodnesse to, to be as s•n•ible of his goodnesse as he pleases, which none else can doe;
And not only so, but he can make the creature that he communicates his Goodness to, to be as s•n•ible of his Goodness as he Pleases, which none Else can do;
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though one creature can comm•nicate good to another, yet it cannot make that creature as sen•ble of that good as it will, which God can doe.
though one creature can comm•nicate good to Another, yet it cannot make that creature as sen•ble of that good as it will, which God can do.
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And so in inflicting of evill here is none like to the Lord in that, the Lord is able to let out all evill, to bring all evill at once; which none else can doe;
And so in inflicting of evil Here is none like to the Lord in that, the Lord is able to let out all evil, to bring all evil At once; which none Else can do;
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and he is able to make the creature upon whom he inflicts an evil, to be as sensible of that evill as he will;
and he is able to make the creature upon whom he inflicts an evil, to be as sensible of that evil as he will;
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one that hurts another, yet cannot make him as sensible of that hurt as he pleases,
one that hurts Another, yet cannot make him as sensible of that hurt as he Pleases,
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but this is the propriety of God;
but this is the propriety of God;
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as he can bring all evill together, so he is able to make the creature as sensible of all as he will;
as he can bring all evil together, so he is able to make the creature as sensible of all as he will;
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and God challengeth this as his own propriety, that he alone can doe good, and he alone can doe evill;
and God Challengeth this as his own propriety, that he alone can do good, and he alone can do evil;
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and therefore there is none like to him;
and Therefore there is none like to him;
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from hence it follows then, that there is none to be worshipt as the Lord, there is none to be honoured as the Lord;
from hence it follows then, that there is none to be worshipped as the Lord, there is none to be honoured as the Lord;
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the Heathen gods, because they did but communicate some particular good, therefore they challedged but particular service;
the Heathen God's, Because they did but communicate Some particular good, Therefore they challedged but particular service;
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externall worship, and worship in some particulars would serve the Heathen gods, and they were satisfied with it, and required no more;
external worship, and worship in Some particulars would serve the Heathen God's, and they were satisfied with it, and required no more;
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and there was reason for it; because they could not challenge to themselues a communication of a universall good;
and there was reason for it; Because they could not challenge to themselves a communication of a universal good;
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for one god was for one particular good; and another for another particular good; and therefore they had but particular worship sutable thereunto:
for one god was for one particular good; and Another for Another particular good; and Therefore they had but particular worship suitable thereunto:
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but now there is none like to the Lord, he challengeth a universall worship and obedience:
but now there is none like to the Lord, he Challengeth a universal worship and Obedience:
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Thou shalt worship the Lord thy God with all thy heart and soul, and strength:
Thou shalt worship the Lord thy God with all thy heart and soul, and strength:
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so that there is no such worship to be given to any as is given to God;
so that there is no such worship to be given to any as is given to God;
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and all because there is none like to him in the excellency of his nature, and in the way of communicating of himselfe unto his creature.
and all Because there is none like to him in the excellency of his nature, and in the Way of communicating of himself unto his creature.
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Now this that I have spoken, is exceeding usefull in the whole course of our lives, in ordering of our wayes and thoughts toward God:
Now this that I have spoken, is exceeding useful in the Whole course of our lives, in ordering of our ways and thoughts towards God:
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consider how usefull this is, thus:
Consider how useful this is, thus:
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It should be our care in beholding any beauty, any good, or excellency in the creature, to keep still in our thoughts and hearts, the sense and apprehension of the infinite distance that there is between God and that creature;
It should be our care in beholding any beauty, any good, or excellency in the creature, to keep still in our thoughts and hearts, the sense and apprehension of the infinite distance that there is between God and that creature;
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the want of this is the cause of almost all the evill that there is in the world,
the want of this is the cause of almost all the evil that there is in the world,
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and the true apprehension of this is a speciall meanes to enable us to glorifie God as a God.
and the true apprehension of this is a special means to enable us to Glorify God as a God.
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I say thus, when thou beholdest any excellency, beauty, or comlinesse in a creature, and tastest any sweetnesse in it, be sure thou doest then keep in thy heart the sense of this truth, that though there be some sweetnesse here,
I say thus, when thou Beholdest any excellency, beauty, or comeliness in a creature, and tastest any sweetness in it, be sure thou dost then keep in thy heart the sense of this truth, that though there be Some sweetness Here,
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yet God is infinitely above the creature, and there is an infinite disproportion between that good,
yet God is infinitely above the creature, and there is an infinite disproportion between that good,
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and beauty, and excellency that is in these creatures, and that which is in God himselfe.
and beauty, and excellency that is in these creatures, and that which is in God himself.
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God gives us leave to let out our hearts upon, and to take the comforts of the creature,
God gives us leave to let out our hearts upon, and to take the comforts of the creature,
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when we see a beauty and excellency in it;
when we see a beauty and excellency in it;
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and that because it is his similitude upon the creature, and it is Gods excellency that is there,
and that Because it is his similitude upon the creature, and it is God's excellency that is there,
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and a spirituall heart hath more freedome to let out it selfe to the comforts of the creature then any in the world besides,
and a spiritual heart hath more freedom to let out it self to the comforts of the creature then any in the world beside,
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because he can meet with, and taste God there;
Because he can meet with, and taste God there;
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but though God give us leave to doe this, yet evermore so that we be sure to reserve our hearts to God;
but though God give us leave to do this, yet evermore so that we be sure to reserve our hearts to God;
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to be sensible of the infinite excellency that is in God above any creature;
to be sensible of the infinite excellency that is in God above any creature;
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and if we be not carefull of this, we shall soon fall of from glorifying God as God,
and if we be not careful of this, we shall soon fallen of from glorifying God as God,
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and our hearts will sticke in the creature;
and our hearts will stick in the creature;
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And this hath been the ground of all the outward Idolatry and spiritual Idolatry in the world:
And this hath been the ground of all the outward Idolatry and spiritual Idolatry in the world:
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Of outward Idolatry, which did arise thus, men at first seeing some excellency and worth in the creature, as the Sun and Moon;
Of outward Idolatry, which did arise thus, men At First seeing Some excellency and worth in the creature, as the Sun and Moon;
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and Stars, they did acknowledge God above them;
and Stars, they did acknowledge God above them;
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and that these were but creatures, and that there was more excellency in God then in any of these:
and that these were but creatures, and that there was more excellency in God then in any of these:
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but at last comming to look upon the creature too much, and being taken with the excellency they saw there, their hearts stuck in the creature,
but At last coming to look upon the creature too much, and being taken with the excellency they saw there, their hearts stuck in the creature,
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and they lost the apprehension of the infinite excellency of God above the creature, and so fell from God,
and they lost the apprehension of the infinite excellency of God above the creature, and so fell from God,
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and worshipt them that were no gods. And so for spirituall Idolatry; those that commit Idolatry with riches, or any creature:
and worshipped them that were no God's. And so for spiritual Idolatry; those that commit Idolatry with riches, or any creature:
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come to them at first, and say to them, how do you apprehend the comforts of the creature? is there not infinitely more in God then there is in the creature yes, they will say.
come to them At First, and say to them, how do you apprehend the comforts of the creature? is there not infinitely more in God then there is in the creature yes, they will say.
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I but by letting our hearts out upon the creature, and by poring upon the beauty of the creature, we begin at length to lose the power of this apprehension that was at first upon our hearts,
I but by letting our hearts out upon the creature, and by poring upon the beauty of the creature, we begin At length to loose the power of this apprehension that was At First upon our hearts,
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and so commit spirituall Idolatry with the creature;
and so commit spiritual Idolatry with the creature;
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and therefore it must be our care to keep intire and fresh our apprehension and sense of that infinite distance that there is between God and all the comforts of the creature:
and Therefore it must be our care to keep entire and fresh our apprehension and sense of that infinite distance that there is between God and all the comforts of the creature:
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and so long as thou doest keep thy apprehensions fresh and strong here, there is no danger,
and so long as thou dost keep thy apprehensions fresh and strong Here, there is no danger,
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and thou sinnest not in letting thy selfe out to the creature, if it have not abated thy apprehensions of the infinite disproportion that there is between God and all creatures,
and thou Sinnest not in letting thy self out to the creature, if it have not abated thy apprehensions of the infinite disproportion that there is between God and all creatures,
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therefore now seeing there is an infinite stupendious height of excellency in God above all creatures, there should be the like thoughts in our hearts towards God and the creature, thus:
Therefore now seeing there is an infinite stupendious height of excellency in God above all creatures, there should be the like thoughts in our hearts towards God and the creature, thus:
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as there is an infinite distance between the excellency of God and the excellency of all creatures,
as there is an infinite distance between the excellency of God and the excellency of all creatures,
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so there ought to be a kind of infinitenesse in the distance and disproportion between that esteem and delight and dependance we have in,
so there ought to be a kind of infiniteness in the distance and disproportion between that esteem and delight and dependence we have in,
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and upon the creature, and that we have in and upon God;
and upon the creature, and that we have in and upon God;
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therefore you should not satisfie your selves in this that you acknowledge God above the creature, for all will do so;
Therefore you should not satisfy your selves in this that you acknowledge God above the creature, for all will do so;
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but you are to finde in your souls such a disproportion between your esteem and joy,
but you Are to find in your Souls such a disproportion between your esteem and joy,
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and desire after the creature, and that you have after God, as is somewhat like the distance that there is between God and the creature,
and desire After the creature, and that you have After God, as is somewhat like the distance that there is between God and the creature,
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now the distance is infinite that is between God and the creature, therefore there should be a kinde of infinitenesse in the distance between your esteem of,
now the distance is infinite that is between God and the creature, Therefore there should be a kind of infiniteness in the distance between your esteem of,
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and the working of your hearts and endeavours after the creature, and that esteem and working of your hearts and souls which you have towards God;
and the working of your hearts and endeavours After the creature, and that esteem and working of your hearts and Souls which you have towards God;
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and this is to glorifie God as a God; this is the soul worship we owe to God in the world;
and this is to Glorify God as a God; this is the soul worship we owe to God in the world;
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this is the true sanctifying of the name of God when this comes practically upon our hearts.
this is the true sanctifying of the name of God when this comes practically upon our hearts.
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Secondly, if there be none like to God, then it followes that there is none like to the people of God;
Secondly, if there be none like to God, then it follows that there is none like to the people of God;
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for as a mans god is, so is he; look what God a man chuseth, he is as his God;
for as a men god is, so is he; look what God a man chooseth, he is as his God;
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a covetous man, if he make riches his God, he is so to be judged; and so a voluptuous man or a Heathen.
a covetous man, if he make riches his God, he is so to be judged; and so a voluptuous man or a Heathen.
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Now if the Saints of God have chose this God to be their God, and there be none like to him,
Now if the Saints of God have chosen this God to be their God, and there be none like to him,
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then it must needs follow, that there is no people like to Gods people:
then it must needs follow, that there is no people like to God's people:
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and marke how the Holy ghost makes this inference in divers Scriptures, as Deut. 23.26, 29. compared:
and mark how the Holy ghost makes this Inference in diverse Scriptures, as Deuteronomy 23.26, 29. compared:
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Verse 26. There is none like unto the God of Jesurum, who rideth upon the Heaven, in thy help,
Verse 26. There is none like unto the God of Jesurum, who rides upon the Heaven, in thy help,
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and in his excellency in the skie; What is the inference of the Holy ghost upon this!and in his excellency in the sky; What is the Inference of the Holy ghost upon this!
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vers. 29. Happy art thou, O Israel who is like unto thee, O p••ple s•ved by we Lord, &c. So that you see according to the glory of God in any particular there is a reflection of it upon the Saints of God,
vers. 29. Happy art thou, Oh Israel who is like unto thee, Oh p••ple s•ved by we Lord, etc. So that you see according to the glory of God in any particular there is a reflection of it upon the Saints of God,
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and this is the wonderful excellency of Gods Saints to have the reflection of God upon them, happy are they that have God to be their God;
and this is the wondered excellency of God's Saints to have the reflection of God upon them, happy Are they that have God to be their God;
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if God be excellent, so are they:
if God be excellent, so Are they:
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if God be above all, and there is none like to him, so are they above all,
if God be above all, and there is none like to him, so Are they above all,
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and there is none like to them.
and there is none like to them.
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You have the same inference of the Holy Ghost, 2. Samuel 7.22, 23. Wherefore thou art great, O Lord God,
You have the same Inference of the Holy Ghost, 2. Samuel 7.22, 23. Wherefore thou art great, Oh Lord God,
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for there is none like thee, neither is there any God besides thee; according to all that we have heard with our cares. for there is none like thee, neither is there any God beside thee; according to all that we have herd with our Cares.
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Mark what followes, and what one Nation in the earth is like thy people, even like Israel? &c. So that there is none like the people of God;
Mark what follows, and what one nation in the earth is like thy people, even like Israel? etc. So that there is none like the people of God;
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and it must needs follow from hence, for they are as their God is; therefore sayes Moses (when he speaks of the people of God) Exod. 33.16. So shall we be separated, I and thy people, from all the people that are upon the earth, so you read it in your Bibles;
and it must needs follow from hence, for they Are as their God is; Therefore Says Moses (when he speaks of the people of God) Exod 33.16. So shall we be separated, I and thy people, from all the people that Are upon the earth, so you read it in your Bibles;
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but the word in the Original signifies wonderfully separated; Gods people are wonderfully separated from the world;
but the word in the Original signifies wonderfully separated; God's people Are wonderfully separated from the world;
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as God is wonderfully high above all creatures so are his people, therefore in Numb. 23.9. it is said that Gods people shall dwell alone, and shall not be reckoned among the Nations:
as God is wonderfully high above all creatures so Are his people, Therefore in Numb. 23.9. it is said that God's people shall dwell alone, and shall not be reckoned among the nations:
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why? because they are the people of God, and the people of that God that hath none like to him,
why? Because they Are the people of God, and the people of that God that hath none like to him,
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and therefore there is none like to them; that is for the consolation of the Saints of God.
and Therefore there is none like to them; that is for the consolation of the Saints of God.
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Thirdly, it followes from hence, that therefore it should be our care that none should doe for their gods so as we doe for ours:
Thirdly, it follows from hence, that Therefore it should be our care that none should do for their God's so as we do for ours:
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for if there be none like to our God, then it is a shame, that any that chuse other gods should do that for them that is above that which we doe for our God.
for if there be none like to our God, then it is a shame, that any that choose other God's should do that for them that is above that which we do for our God.
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As now for Idolaters, to instance in outward and spiritual Idolatry:
As now for Idolaters, to instance in outward and spiritual Idolatry:
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why, there is none like to our God, certainly all the Idolaters in the world have not such a God as we have, their rocke is not as our rocke, our enemies themselves being •udges.
why, there is none like to our God, Certainly all the Idolaters in the world have not such a God as we have, their rock is not as our rock, our enemies themselves being •udges.
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What a shame then were it, if we should not doe more for our God then they doe for theirs? yea, we should labour to doe that for our God that may come up to that height of excellency which we apprehend to be in him.
What a shame then were it, if we should not do more for our God then they do for theirs? yea, we should labour to do that for our God that may come up to that height of excellency which we apprehend to be in him.
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Will you see what Idolaters doe for their Gods:
Will you see what Idolaters do for their God's:
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First, observe the earnestness of the spirits of Idolaters after their gods, their hearts are enflamed after their Idols:
First, observe the earnestness of the spirits of Idolaters After their God's, their hearts Are inflamed After their Idols:
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so we have it Isaiah 57.5. enflaming your selves with Idols under every green tree: their hearts were enflamed after their Idol gods, which are not like our God:
so we have it Isaiah 57.5. enflaming your selves with Idols under every green tree: their hearts were inflamed After their Idol God's, which Are not like our God:
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O how then should our hearts be enflamed after our God! should we content our selves wi•h,
Oh how then should our hearts be inflamed After our God! should we content our selves wi•h,
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and rest satisfied in cold and in dead services to our God! how much strength should that exhortation of the Ap•stle have upon us Rom, 12.11.
and rest satisfied in cold and in dead services to our God! how much strength should that exhortation of the Ap•stle have upon us Rom, 12.11.
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Be fervent in spirit, serving the Lord? It is the Lord we serve, it is our God, the great and glorious God,Be fervent in Spirit, serving the Lord? It is the Lord we serve, it is our God, the great and glorious God,
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and therefore we should be fervent in spirit, serving him.
and Therefore we should be fervent in Spirit, serving him.
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Secondly, the Scripture sayes that Idolaters, those that woship false gods, are mad upon their Idols, Je•. 50.38.
Secondly, the Scripture Says that Idolaters, those that woship false God's, Are mad upon their Idols, Je•. 50.38.
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The people of God then should have their hearts run after God, so that those that are carnal and not •ble to judge, should look up on them even as mad m•n, and indeed they do so:
The people of God then should have their hearts run After God, so that those that Are carnal and not •ble to judge, should look up on them even as mad m•n, and indeed they do so:
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whensoever the hearts of the Saints are after God fully, they are lookt upon as mad men;
whensoever the hearts of the Saints Are After God Fully, they Are looked upon as mad men;
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St. Paul was counted a mad man by Festus, Acts 26.24. and we should not be afraid of the reproaches of the world in this kinde;
Saint Paul was counted a mad man by Festus, Acts 26.24. and we should not be afraid of the Reproaches of the world in this kind;
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though they despise us and think us base and vile, and out of our wits: Why Idolaters are mad upon their Idols, therefore if there be any thing.
though they despise us and think us base and vile, and out of our wits: Why Idolaters Are mad upon their Idols, Therefore if there be any thing.
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God cals for at our hands, though the world count it madness, yet our hearts must work after God in it:
God calls for At our hands, though the world count it madness, yet our hearts must work After God in it:
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and it is a sh•me that any mens hearts should be more after their gods, then our hearts are after ours;
and it is a sh•me that any men's hearts should be more After their God's, then our hearts Are After ours;
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because there is none like unto our God.
Because there is none like unto our God.
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Thirdly the earnestnesse of the hearts of Idolaters after their Idol gods appeares from Jer. 8.1, 2. At that time saith the Lord, they shall bring out the bones of the Kings of Judah, &c. And they shall spread them before the Sun,
Thirdly the earnestness of the hearts of Idolaters After their Idol God's appears from Jer. 8.1, 2. At that time Says the Lord, they shall bring out the bones of the Kings of Judah, etc. And they shall spread them before the Sun,
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and the Moon, and all th• host of Heaven, whom they have loved, and whom they have served ▪ and after whom they have walked,
and the Moon, and all th• host of Heaven, whom they have loved, and whom they have served ▪ and After whom they have walked,
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and whom they have sou••t, and whom they have worshipped:
and whom they have sou••t, and whom they have worshipped:
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they shall not be gathered, nor be b•ried, &c. I have often thought of this Scripture, it is •xceeding remarkable:they shall not be gathered, nor be b•ried, etc. I have often Thought of this Scripture, it is •xceeding remarkable:
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I know no one Scripture in •ll the b•ok of God, that hath so many expressions together, to sh•w the strength of the hearts of Gods people after God,
I know no one Scripture in •ll the b•ok of God, that hath so many expressions together, to sh•w the strength of the hearts of God's people After God,
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as here we have to shew the strength of Idolaters after their Idols:
as Here we have to show the strength of Idolaters After their Idols:
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And they shall spread them before the Sun, and the Moon and all the host of Heaven. And they shall spread them before the Sun, and the Moon and all the host of Heaven.
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Mark, 1. Whom they have l•ved. 2. Whom they have served, 3. After whom they have walled.
Mark, 1. Whom they have l•ved. 2. Whom they have served, 3. After whom they have walled.
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4. Whom they have sought. 5. Whom they have worshipped; and all in so f•w words.
4. Whom they have sought. 5. Whom they have worshipped; and all in so f•w words.
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Thus their hearts were after their Idoll Gods;
Thus their hearts were After their Idol God's;
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how much more then ought itto be said of us concerning ou• God, whom we have loved,
how much more then ought itto be said of us Concerning ou• God, whom we have loved,
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and whom we have served, and after whom we have walked, and whom we have sought,
and whom we have served, and After whom we have walked, and whom we have sought,
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and whom we have worshipped?
and whom we have worshipped?
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Againe, observe how the Scripture sets out the spirits of men after their Idoll gods, in regard of the cost they are willing to bestow upon them. Isa. 46.6.
Again, observe how the Scripture sets out the spirits of men After their Idol God's, in regard of the cost they Are willing to bestow upon them. Isaiah 46.6.
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They shall lavish cold out of the ba•, and weigh silver in the ballance, and hire a gold, mith, They shall lavish cold out of the ba•, and weigh silver in the balance, and hire a gold, mith,
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and he mak thi• a god. They care not what cost they are at to worship their Idols.and he make thi• a god. They care not what cost they Are At to worship their Idols.
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O what a shame would i• be if we should not be willing to part with much of our estates for the true worship of the true God:
O what a shame would i• be if we should not be willing to part with much of our estates for the true worship of the true God:
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and though we should lose our estates, yet it we can serve God better, and in a purer way, we should be content;
and though we should loose our estates, yet it we can serve God better, and in a Purer Way, we should be content;
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for Idolaters will lavish gold out of the bag upon their Idols. Now their is none like to our God;
for Idolaters will lavish gold out of the bag upon their Idols. Now their is none like to our God;
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therefore it is a shame that they should doe more for their gods then we do for ours.
Therefore it is a shame that they should do more for their God's then we do for ours.
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And then what are Idolaters willing to suffer for their gods? 1 Kings 18.28. how did Baals Priests there cut themselves after their manner, with Knives and Lancers, till the blood gushed out, to shew their respect to their Idols!
And then what Are Idolaters willing to suffer for their God's? 1 Kings 18.28. how did Baal's Priests there Cut themselves After their manner, with Knives and Lancers, till the blood gushed out, to show their respect to their Idols!
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let us then be willing to suffer any thing that God calls us to. And how constant were they to their Idols!
let us then be willing to suffer any thing that God calls us to. And how constant were they to their Idols!
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therefore sayes God Jer. 2.10, 11. Consider diligently and s•e, if there be such a thing:
Therefore Says God Jer. 2.10, 11. Consider diligently and s•e, if there be such a thing:
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hath a Nation changed their •ods, which are yet no gods? but my people have changed their glory for that which d•th not profit; hath a nation changed their •ods, which Are yet no God's? but my people have changed their glory for that which d•th not profit;
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how ill doth God take this that Idolaters should not change their gods that are infinitely below him,
how ill does God take this that Idolaters should not change their God's that Are infinitely below him,
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and yet that his people should change theer God who is infinitely above them?
and yet that his people should change theer God who is infinitely above them?
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Againe let us take heed lest there be any found that should have their hearts set more upon their lusts, then we are upon God:
Again let us take heed lest there be any found that should have their hearts Set more upon their Lustiest, then we Are upon God:
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take all the excellencies in the world, and they are infinitely below God;
take all the excellencies in the world, and they Are infinitely below God;
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how much more then is alust? for what is a lust in comparison of all creatures in heaven and earth? and yet how are mens hearts set upon their lust? yea,
how much more then is alust? for what is a lust in comparison of all creatures in heaven and earth? and yet how Are men's hearts Set upon their lust? yea,
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how hath thy own heart been set upon wicked lust heretofore? thinke then with thy selfe what an infinite unreasonable thing is it that the heart of any man in the world,
how hath thy own heart been Set upon wicked lust heretofore? think then with thy self what an infinite unreasonable thing is it that the heart of any man in the world,
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or thy own heart, should be set more upon a base lust then upon the living, eternall, and infinite God.
or thy own heart, should be Set more upon a base lust then upon the living, Eternal, and infinite God.
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'Tis said of Ahab, that he sold himselfe to worke wickednesse, 1 Kings 21.20. be thou willing then to sell thy self to God, to give up thy selfe to God;
It's said of Ahab, that he sold himself to work wickedness, 1 Kings 21.20. be thou willing then to fell thy self to God, to give up thy self to God;
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the hearts of the sonnes of men (it is said) are set, and fully set to do evill, Eccles. 8.11, doe not thou content thy selfe with some faint wishes and desires after God,the hearts of the Sons of men (it is said) Are Set, and Fully Set to do evil, Eccles. 8.11, do not thou content thy self with Some faint wishes and Desires After God,
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but let thy heart be set and fully set for God. In Micah 7.3. it is said they doe evil with both hands earnestly; marke:
but let thy heart be Set and Fully Set for God. In micah 7.3. it is said they do evil with both hands earnestly; mark:
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they doe evill, and they doe evill earnestly, and they doe evill earnestly with both hands. Now then;
they do evil, and they do evil earnestly, and they do evil earnestly with both hands. Now then;
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for shame be not thou sluggish in doing service for thy God, doe that which is good,
for shame be not thou sluggish in doing service for thy God, do that which is good,
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and doe it with both thy hands, and doe it earnestly with all thy heart.
and do it with both thy hands, and do it earnestly with all thy heart.
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Againe, we have one notable Scripture more that shewes how the hearts of men are set upon that which is evill, Prov. 19.28. The mouth of the wicked devoureth iniquity;
Again, we have one notable Scripture more that shows how the hearts of men Are Set upon that which is evil, Curae 19.28. The Mouth of the wicked devoureth iniquity;
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'tis an elegant expression of the Holy Ghost; its a metaphor taken from the practice of brute creatures;
it's an elegant expression of the Holy Ghost; its a metaphor taken from the practice of brutus creatures;
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as now, take a beast that hath been kept from drink a long time, and is exceedingly thirsty,
as now, take a beast that hath been kept from drink a long time, and is exceedingly thirsty,
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if you bring it to the water, it will thrust its head into the water, as if it would devour the whole river, and could never be satisfied:
if you bring it to the water, it will thrust its head into the water, as if it would devour the Whole river, and could never be satisfied:
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that is the meaning of this phrase, the mouth of the wicked devoureth iniquity, that is,
that is the meaning of this phrase, the Mouth of the wicked devoureth iniquity, that is,
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when he comes to his sinne, he is as greedy upon it, as the beast that hath been kept long from water is greedy of water.
when he comes to his sin, he is as greedy upon it, as the beast that hath been kept long from water is greedy of water.
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O how should our hearts be infinitely more greedy after God, and his service, then wicked men are or can be after the service of their lusts!
O how should our hearts be infinitely more greedy After God, and his service, then wicked men Are or can be After the service of their Lustiest!
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to conclude all this, with that you have Exodus 30. from verse 34. to the end;
to conclude all this, with that you have Exodus 30. from verse 34. to the end;
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there was a perfume there to be made by the composition of the apothecary;
there was a perfume there to be made by the composition of the apothecary;
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but there was this charge given, as for the perfume which thou shalt make, you shall not make to your selves according to the composition thereof, it shall be unto thee holy for the Lord, &c. So I conclude this point, there is none like to God, he being above all;
but there was this charge given, as for the perfume which thou shalt make, you shall not make to your selves according to the composition thereof, it shall be unto thee holy for the Lord, etc. So I conclude this point, there is none like to God, he being above all;
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when your hearts therefore are in any good frame towards God, perfumed and lifted up towards God, take heed they be not lifted up towards any creature in the same manner as they are towards God:
when your hearts Therefore Are in any good frame towards God, perfumed and lifted up towards God, take heed they be not lifted up towards any creature in the same manner as they Are towards God:
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for your service to God must be sutable to the nature of God;
for your service to God must be suitable to the nature of God;
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now there is none like to God, therefore there should be no such service tendred to any, as is tendred to God:
now there is none like to God, Therefore there should be no such service tendered to any, as is tendered to God:
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thus much for the first thing, whereby the name of God is advanced here; who is like unto thee O Lord among the gods!
thus much for the First thing, whereby the name of God is advanced Here; who is like unto thee Oh Lord among the God's!
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We come now to the second, glorious in holinesse; The word translated here glorious, doth as well signifie magnificent, noble, and so it is used in many places:
We come now to the second, glorious in holiness; The word translated Here glorious, does as well signify magnificent, noble, and so it is used in many places:
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thou art magnificent and noble in thy holinesse. thou art magnificent and noble in thy holiness.
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Brethren, it is the greatest magnificence, the greatest nobility, and height of spirit, that can be, to be holy:
Brothers, it is the greatest magnificence, the greatest Nobilt, and height of Spirit, that can be, to be holy:
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God himselfe is a magnificent God, and he is ennobled by his holinesse: this sets out the excellency of holinesse.
God himself is a magnificent God, and he is ennobled by his holiness: this sets out the excellency of holiness.
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Againe, glorious in holiness, it is rendred by some glorious in holy things:
Again, glorious in holiness, it is rendered by Some glorious in holy things:
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that is, glorious in thy holy angels, glorious in thy holy Saints, glorious in thy holy word, glorious in thy holy ordinances, glorious in thy holy worship;
that is, glorious in thy holy Angels, glorious in thy holy Saints, glorious in thy holy word, glorious in thy holy ordinances, glorious in thy holy worship;
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God indeed is very glorious in his Angels, and in his Saints, and in his word,
God indeed is very glorious in his Angels, and in his Saints, and in his word,
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and in his worship, and in his Ordinances; but we will take the words as you have them here, glorious in holiness.
and in his worship, and in his Ordinances; but we will take the words as you have them Here, glorious in holiness.
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And for the explication of the glory of God in this Title, there are these three things to be done:
And for the explication of the glory of God in this Title, there Are these three things to be done:
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First, to shew you a little what holinesse in God is. Secondly, I shall open unto you, how God is said to be glorious in holinesse.
First, to show you a little what holiness in God is. Secondly, I shall open unto you, how God is said to be glorious in holiness.
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And then Thirdly, I shall shew you why God hath this Title given him here in this place;
And then Thirdly, I shall show you why God hath this Title given him Here in this place;
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why he is rather said here to be glorious in holinesse, then glorious in power,
why he is rather said Here to be glorious in holiness, then glorious in power,
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for it was an act of power rather that God did put forth in the destruction of the Egyptians, and deliverance of his people. For the first: what is holinesse in God;
for it was an act of power rather that God did put forth in the destruction of the egyptians, and deliverance of his people. For the First: what is holiness in God;
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we understand this (as generally we doe almost all things of God) rather by way of negation then otherwise;
we understand this (as generally we do almost all things of God) rather by Way of negation then otherwise;
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rather by what it is not, then by what it is, therefore we use to say that Gods holinesse is that whereby his nature is free from all kinde of mixture,
rather by what it is not, then by what it is, Therefore we use to say that God's holiness is that whereby his nature is free from all kind of mixture,
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and from the least soil and filth of sinne;
and from the least soil and filth of sin;
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therefore God is called light because light is so pure a creature and so free from any mixture of pollution, that it can be amongst filthy things without any defilement of it selfe:
Therefore God is called Light Because Light is so pure a creature and so free from any mixture of pollution, that it can be among filthy things without any defilement of it self:
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so God can worke with sinne it selfe, and yet without any defilement of his nature;
so God can work with sin it self, and yet without any defilement of his nature;
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but besides this negation, if you would know somewhat positively, what the holinesse 〈 ◊ 〉 God is, I would describe it briefly to you thus:
but beside this negation, if you would know somewhat positively, what the holiness 〈 ◊ 〉 God is, I would describe it briefly to you thus:
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It is th••r sinne re•n•• and perfection of the will of God especially wh••, 〈 ◊ 〉 he ••th will and work a th••s sutable to the ••s••ite excellency 〈 ◊ 〉 his own being the excellency of God is the highest,It is th••r sin re•n•• and perfection of the will of God especially wh••, 〈 ◊ 〉 he ••th will and work a th••s suitable to the ••s••ite excellency 〈 ◊ 〉 his own being the excellency of God is the highest,
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and therefore the rule of all excellency and the will of God being alwayes •••ble to his own infinete excellency,
and Therefore the Rule of all excellency and the will of God being always •••ble to his own infinete excellency,
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and impossible to vary in the least from it therefore his will is the rule of all holinesse.
and impossible to vary in the least from it Therefore his will is the Rule of all holiness.
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Let us consider it a little by looking into the holinesse of the creature, and by that we shall 〈 ◊ 〉 somwhat of the he holinesse of God:
Let us Consider it a little by looking into the holiness of the creature, and by that we shall 〈 ◊ 〉 somewhat of the he holiness of God:
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for as we cannot see the glory of the Sun by looking directly upon it, it being too bright an obiect for 〈 ◊ 〉 but by the reflection of its beames in the water we may behold its glory:
for as we cannot see the glory of the Sun by looking directly upon it, it being too bright an Object for 〈 ◊ 〉 but by the reflection of its beams in the water we may behold its glory:
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s•, the holnesse of God is too bright to be behold in it selfe; we cannot behold the infinite purity and holinesse of God immediately:
s•, the holnesse of God is too bright to be behold in it self; we cannot behold the infinite purity and holiness of God immediately:
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but by looking upon the holinesse of the creature, which is as it were the reflection of Gods holinesse upon it,
but by looking upon the holiness of the creature, which is as it were the reflection of God's holiness upon it,
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and a ray and beame of it, we may come to see somewhat of the holinesse of God.
and a ray and beam of it, we may come to see somewhat of the holiness of God.
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Now the holinesse of a creature is this, the seperation of it from common things to a holy use,
Now the holiness of a creature is this, the separation of it from Common things to a holy use,
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or the dedication of a creature in some immediate manner to God, for the listing up of the name of God;
or the dedication of a creature in Some immediate manner to God, for the listing up of the name of God;
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the holinesse of the Saints is this, the seperation of their spirits from all common things to God as the highest and last end.
the holiness of the Saints is this, the separation of their spirits from all Common things to God as the highest and last end.
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And when they are able to worke to God as the utmost end, and to will that they doe in order to God as the last end;
And when they Are able to work to God as the utmost end, and to will that they do in order to God as the last end;
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and so as is sutable to God as the highest •nd, that is the holinesse of their wills:
and so as is suitable to God as the highest •nd, that is the holiness of their wills:
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•so it is in Gods holinesse: Gods holinesse is a dedication, as it were, of God to himselfe:
•so it is in God's holiness: God's holiness is a dedication, as it were, of God to himself:
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that is, God being of and from himselfe, and himselfe being his own last end, he gives up himselfe unto himselfe,
that is, God being of and from himself, and himself being his own last end, he gives up himself unto himself,
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and wills himselfe as the highest and utmost end, and so wills all things in order to himselfe as the last and highest end:
and wills himself as the highest and utmost end, and so wills all things in order to himself as the last and highest end:
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this is the holinesse of God;
this is the holiness of God;
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and the image of this holinesse is that stampe and worke of grace that is upon the creature:
and the image of this holiness is that stamp and work of grace that is upon the creature:
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when the creature is enabled to will God as the highest end, and all things in subordination to him, the creature is then said to be holy,
when the creature is enabled to will God as the highest end, and all things in subordination to him, the creature is then said to be holy,
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because it hath a stampe of God upon it: this is Gods holinesse.
Because it hath a stamp of God upon it: this is God's holiness.
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But glorious in holinesse: how is God glorious in holinesse? God is glorious in all his attributes and works:
But glorious in holiness: how is God glorious in holiness? God is glorious in all his attributes and works:
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and the truth is, there is not one thing in God more glorious then another, every attribute of God being in it selfe equally glorious;
and the truth is, there is not one thing in God more glorious then Another, every attribute of God being in it self equally glorious;
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but in regard of manifestation and according to our apprehension, so one thing appeares more glorious then another;
but in regard of manifestation and according to our apprehension, so one thing appears more glorious then Another;
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and God is pleased to speak to us according to our apprehensions:
and God is pleased to speak to us according to our apprehensions:
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therefore you may see how the Saints doe espectably glory in God as a holy God:
Therefore you may see how the Saints do espectably glory in God as a holy God:
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looking upon him as a holy God, they do exceedingly rejoyce and glory in him: therefore ••y•• the P•••m•st, Psal. 99.3. Let them praise thy great and terrible name, for it is holy:
looking upon him as a holy God, they do exceedingly rejoice and glory in him: Therefore ••y•• the P•••m•st, Psalm 99.3. Let them praise thy great and terrible name, for it is holy:
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and verse 5. Exalt ye the Lord our God, and worship a• his foot-stool, for he is holy:
and verse 5. Exalt you the Lord our God, and worship a• his footstool, for he is holy:
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and again, verse 9. exalt the Lord our God and worship at his holy H•ll, for the Lord our God is holy.
and again, verse 9. exalt the Lord our God and worship At his holy H•ll, for the Lord our God is holy.
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Thus the people of God look upon God in his holinesse as the •pecial ground of his praise and exaltation;
Thus the people of God look upon God in his holiness as the •pecial ground of his praise and exaltation;
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yea the Ang•ls •h•mselves in heaven, look upon God in his holinesse, and •s••ci•lly exalt him from thence, Isaiah. 6.3. the Cher•••ms and ••raph••es cry three times, holy, holy, holy is the Lord of H•sts.
yea the Ang•ls •h•mselves in heaven, look upon God in his holiness, and •s••ci•lly exalt him from thence, Isaiah. 6.3. the Cher•••ms and ••raph••es cry three times, holy, holy, holy is the Lord of H•sts.
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You never finde any of Gods attributes mentioned so three times together;
You never find any of God's attributes mentioned so three times together;
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though it is true, God is infinite in power, and in w•dome, as well as in holinesse;
though it is true, God is infinite in power, and in w•dome, as well as in holiness;
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yet you never finde in Scripture that God is said to be wise, wise, wise, or, almighty, almighty, almighty:
yet you never find in Scripture that God is said to be wise, wise, wise, or, almighty, almighty, almighty:
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but holy, holy, holy, three times together:
but holy, holy, holy, three times together:
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and as the Angels of Heaven adore God especially for his holinesse, to the Church of God, Rev. 4.8. cryes out, holy, holy, holy.
and as the Angels of Heaven adore God especially for his holiness, to the Church of God, Rev. 4.8. cries out, holy, holy, holy.
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Lord God almighty, shewing the blessed condition of the Church of God, when it shall be hereafter more sanctified, •nd G•• sh••• ••••ll amongst them, they shall •x••••• g••••h n••d•• God in his holinesse above any other attribute:Lord God almighty, showing the blessed condition of the Church of God, when it shall be hereafter more sanctified, •nd G•• sh••• ••••ll among them, they shall •x••••• g••••h n••d•• God in his holiness above any other attribute:
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••a God himselfe 〈 ◊ 〉 to glory in his holinesse above any other attribute:
••a God himself 〈 ◊ 〉 to glory in his holiness above any other attribute:
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〈 ◊ 〉 when God would lift up himself in his glory, ••d give y•• •he highest expression of himselfe, he doth it in this,
〈 ◊ 〉 when God would lift up himself in his glory, ••d give y•• •he highest expression of himself, he does it in this,
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as •e 〈 ◊ 〉 Isaiah 57.15. For thus saith th• high 〈 … 〉 that 〈 … 〉 eternit•, whose name is holy.
as •e 〈 ◊ 〉 Isaiah 57.15. For thus Says th• high 〈 … 〉 that 〈 … 〉 eternit•, whose name is holy.
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Wh•• God 〈 … 〉 it is in this whose name 〈 ◊ 〉:
Wh•• God 〈 … 〉 it is in this whose name 〈 ◊ 〉:
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and so 〈 … 〉 by his selfe ( Amos 4.2.) 〈 ◊ 〉 •s;
and so 〈 … 〉 by his self (Amos 4.2.) 〈 ◊ 〉 •s;
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weares by 〈 … 〉 the Scripture sayes, when God could swear by no greater, he sware by himself:
wears by 〈 … 〉 the Scripture Says, when God could swear by no greater, he sware by himself:
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so I may say, when God could sweare by no excellency above this, he sweares by his holinesse.
so I may say, when God could swear by no excellency above this, he swears by his holiness.
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Again, God glories in heaven it selfe as the habitation of his holinesse: heaven is the habitation of Gods glory, there God lets out his glory fully:
Again, God Glories in heaven it self as the habitation of his holiness: heaven is the habitation of God's glory, there God lets out his glory Fully:
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but what is that glory? why the top of all, is, the holinesse of God. Isa••h 63.15. Looke down from heaven and behold from the habitation of thy holinesse and thy glory:
but what is that glory? why the top of all, is, the holiness of God. Isa••h 63.15. Look down from heaven and behold from the habitation of thy holiness and thy glory:
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yea the throne of God is Gods holinesse, Psal. 47 8. God suteth upon the throne of •is holinesse;
yea the throne of God is God's holiness, Psalm 47 8. God suits upon the throne of •is holiness;
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you know Kings upon their thrones are exalted and lifted up, so is God lifted up upon the throne of his holinesse.
you know Kings upon their thrones Are exalted and lifted up, so is God lifted up upon the throne of his holiness.
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Solomon, he made himselfe a throne of Ivory, and overlaid it with the best gold, 1 Kings 10.18.Solomon, he made himself a throne of Ivory, and overlaid it with the best gold, 1 Kings 10.18.
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But the throne of God is a throne of holinesse, a throne of bright shining holinesse.
But the throne of God is a throne of holiness, a throne of bright shining holiness.
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Again, when God rejoyces in his people, he doth it as they are a holy people, Deut. 7.6. For thou art a holy people unto the Lord thy God:
Again, when God rejoices in his people, he does it as they Are a holy people, Deuteronomy 7.6. For thou art a holy people unto the Lord thy God:
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the Lord thy God hath chosen thee to be a peculiar people unto himselfe above all the people that are upon the face of the earth. the Lord thy God hath chosen thee to be a peculiar people unto himself above all the people that Are upon the face of the earth.
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Yea further, you shall finde that this attribute of holinesse is more especially ascribed to the third person in the Trinity:
Yea further, you shall find that this attribute of holiness is more especially ascribed to the third person in the Trinity:
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God the Father is a holy God; the Son, he is the holy one of God;
God the Father is a holy God; the Son, he is the holy one of God;
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but the Holy ghost hath his name from Holinesse:
but the Holy ghost hath his name from Holiness:
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and tis very observable, that all the three person challenge an equal share in the working of holinesse in the creature, it being such a part of Gods glory, that all the three persons work it wheresoever it is:
and this very observable, that all the three person challenge an equal share in the working of holiness in the creature, it being such a part of God's glory, that all the three Persons work it wheresoever it is:
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as the Father, he is a Sanctifier.
as the Father, he is a Sanctifier.
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Jude speaks of the work of sanctification wrought by God the Father in the first verse of his Epistle, To them that are sanctified by God the Father. U^de speaks of the work of sanctification wrought by God the Father in the First verse of his Epistle, To them that Are sanctified by God the Father.
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And then for the Son, Eph. 5.25, 26. Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the Church,
And then for the Son, Ephesians 5.25, 26. Husbands, love your wives, even as christ also loved the Church,
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and gave himselfe for it, that he might sanctifie and cleanse it with the washing of water by the Word. and gave himself for it, that he might sanctify and cleanse it with the washing of water by the Word.
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Christ he gives himselfe for his Church;
christ he gives himself for his Church;
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to what end? Not that he might bring it to Heaven onely, but that he might sanctifie it also;
to what end? Not that he might bring it to Heaven only, but that he might sanctify it also;
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and then the Spirit of God, 1 Cor. 6.11. And such were some of you:
and then the Spirit of God, 1 Cor. 6.11. And such were Some of you:
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but ye are washed, but ye are sanctified, but ye are justified, in the Name of the Lord Jesus,
but you Are washed, but you Are sanctified, but you Are justified, in the Name of the Lord jesus,
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and by the Spirit of our God. So that all the three persons come in for a share in this work:and by the Spirit of our God. So that all the three Persons come in for a share in this work:
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this is the glorious work of Father, Son and Holy ghost. But yet further for the demonstration of it:
this is the glorious work of Father, Son and Holy ghost. But yet further for the demonstration of it:
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holinesse must needs be the glory of God, because it is the highest perfection and rectitude of an Intelligent free Agent.
holiness must needs be the glory of God, Because it is the highest perfection and rectitude of an Intelligent free Agent.
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An Intelligent f••e Agent is the highest being of all, and holinesse is the rectitude of that being,
an Intelligent f••e Agent is the highest being of all, and holiness is the rectitude of that being,
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and therefore must needs be glorious.
and Therefore must needs be glorious.
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Hence it is, that grace is called Gods Image, because it is that which represents God in his highest excellency:
Hence it is, that grace is called God's Image, Because it is that which represents God in his highest excellency:
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for that is properly an Image of another thing, that sets it out in the excellency of it:
for that is properly an Image of Another thing, that sets it out in the excellency of it:
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if it doe it onely in a common and general way, it is not •n Image of it.
if it do it only in a Common and general Way, it is not •n Image of it.
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And then, in Scripture, holiness is called the beauty of God, Psalm. 27.4.
And then, in Scripture, holiness is called the beauty of God, Psalm. 27.4.
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One thing have I desired of the Lord, that I will seek after, that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the dayes of my life, to behold the beauty of the Lord, One thing have I desired of the Lord, that I will seek After, that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to behold the beauty of the Lord,
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and to enquire in his Temple. and to inquire in his Temple.
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Now what is Gods beauty but the beauty of holinesse, the holinesse of God appearing in his Ordinances,
Now what is God's beauty but the beauty of holiness, the holiness of God appearing in his Ordinances,
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and his worship is the luster and beauty of the infinite glory of God, as Psalm. 110.3. the Ordinances are called the beauty of holiness:
and his worship is the luster and beauty of the infinite glory of God, as Psalm. 110.3. the Ordinances Are called the beauty of holiness:
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Thy people shall be willing in the day of thy power in the beauties of holinesse, &c. Yea holinesse, some seeds of it, the very Image of it, onely in the creature, is called the glory of God, Rom. 3.23. All have sinned and come short of the glory of God; Thy people shall be willing in the day of thy power in the beauty's of holiness, etc. Yea holiness, Some seeds of it, the very Image of it, only in the creature, is called the glory of God, Rom. 3.23. All have sinned and come short of the glory of God;
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the very beginnings of the work of holiness in the hearts of Saints is called the glory of God;
the very beginnings of the work of holiness in the hearts of Saints is called the glory of God;
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much more then the infinite holiness of Gods own nature. Further, it is holinesse that puts a luster upon all the other attributs of God,
much more then the infinite holiness of God's own nature. Further, it is holiness that puts a luster upon all the other attributes of God,
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and makes them glorious and honourable, Psalm. 111.9. Holy and reverent is his name; the name of God is therefore reverend, because holy;
and makes them glorious and honourable, Psalm. 111.9. Holy and reverend is his name; the name of God is Therefore reverend, Because holy;
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take all the height of excellencies that are in God, yet if they be such as you can conceive them separated from his holinesse, they doe not make his name reverend ▪ and this shewes how infinitely it concernes us to labour after holinesse;
take all the height of excellencies that Are in God, yet if they be such as you can conceive them separated from his holiness, they do not make his name reverend ▪ and this shows how infinitely it concerns us to labour After holiness;
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if all the excellencies of God cannot make his name reverend, being separated from holiness, then let the creature have what excellency it wil, for parts, for estate, for dignity, and honour in the world;
if all the excellencies of God cannot make his name reverend, being separated from holiness, then let the creature have what excellency it will, for parts, for estate, for dignity, and honour in the world;
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take away holiness, & you cannot say reverend is his name, but, holy & reverend is his name;
take away holiness, & you cannot say reverend is his name, but, holy & reverend is his name;
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so it is said of God, his name is reverend, because holy.
so it is said of God, his name is reverend, Because holy.
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Again, Gods name is glorious by holinesse, because it is the special end of all his works, to advance holinesse:
Again, God's name is glorious by holiness, Because it is the special end of all his works, to advance holiness:
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a workman when he drawes a worke, he shewes Ar• in 〈 ◊ 〉 ••g•••ing of it:
a workman when he draws a work, he shows Ar• in 〈 ◊ 〉 ••g•••ing of it:
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but when he comes to the top of i•, there h• shewes the excellency of his workmanship:
but when he comes to the top of i•, there h• shows the excellency of his workmanship:
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'tis so with God, God will be honoured in all his workes, of creation and providence:
it's so with God, God will be honoured in all his works, of creation and providence:
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but now come to the height and pitch of all, and 'tis that he might be honoured as a holy God;
but now come to the height and pitch of all, and it's that he might be honoured as a holy God;
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and that he might have a holy people to honour him her•, and to all eternity.
and that he might have a holy people to honour him her•, and to all eternity.
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I say holinesse is that which God aimed at in creating of heaven and earth; 'tis that which God aimes at in all the wayes of his providence:
I say holiness is that which God aimed At in creating of heaven and earth; it's that which God aims At in all the ways of his providence:
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It is the great businesse for which the Son of God came into the world, that he might redeem to himselfe a people to serve him in holinesse:
It is the great business for which the Son of God Come into the world, that he might Redeem to himself a people to serve him in holiness:
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'tis the end of the great councel of God from all eternity;
it's the end of the great council of God from all eternity;
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yea and that he might manifest the beauty of his own holinesse in those two great attributes, Mercy,
yea and that he might manifest the beauty of his own holiness in those two great attributes, Mercy,
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and Justice, which are the branches of his holinesse, that he might make them shine to all eternity:
and justice, which Are the branches of his holiness, that he might make them shine to all eternity:
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this is that God aimes at; therefore holinesse must needs be the glory of Gods Name.
this is that God aims At; Therefore holiness must needs be the glory of God's Name.
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Now a little for the third:
Now a little for the third:
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but what is the reason that this Title is given to God here in this Song of Moses ▪ glorious in holinesse? the reason is this:
but what is the reason that this Title is given to God Here in this Song of Moses ▪ glorious in holiness? the reason is this:
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to shew, that the infinite excellency of Gods power is such, that it is without any mixture of the least evil in the exercise of it:
to show, that the infinite excellency of God's power is such, that it is without any mixture of the least evil in the exercise of it:
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here was an act of mighty power put forth, and God was infinitly holy in this act of his power.
Here was an act of mighty power put forth, and God was infinitely holy in this act of his power.
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It is otherwise with men (observe the difference between God and man) It is a very hard thing for a man to doe great things,
It is otherwise with men (observe the difference between God and man) It is a very hard thing for a man to do great things,
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and to manifest great power without a mixture of evil: as 'tis with the waters, while they run shallow, they may run clearly:
and to manifest great power without a mixture of evil: as it's with the waters, while they run shallow, they may run clearly:
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but when once the waters rise and overflow, they run muddy, and usually there is a great deale of filth comes in with great streames:
but when once the waters rise and overflow, they run muddy, and usually there is a great deal of filth comes in with great streams:
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so though in common and ordinary workes we doe not manifest our uncleannesse, yet 'tis seldome when we aime to doe great things,
so though in Common and ordinary works we do not manifest our uncleanness, yet it's seldom when we aim to do great things,
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but we manifest a great deale of filthinesse: but it is otherwise with God; God is great in power, and in that keeps the glory of his holinesse.
but we manifest a great deal of filthiness: but it is otherwise with God; God is great in power, and in that keeps the glory of his holiness.
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And God manifested here the greatnesse of his wrath upon his enemies, and yet the glory of his holinesse too.
And God manifested Here the greatness of his wrath upon his enemies, and yet the glory of his holiness too.
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It is a very hard thing for men to doe so;
It is a very hard thing for men to do so;
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let men have their anger stirred a little, O how much filth do they presently discover? how many have we that all the while they are pleased are exceeding meeke and loving,
let men have their anger stirred a little, Oh how much filth do they presently discover? how many have we that all the while they Are pleased Are exceeding meek and loving,
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but let any thing stirre their passion, and O what a great deale of filth appears,
but let any thing stir their passion, and O what a great deal of filth appears,
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like a pond that is full of mud at the bottome, and cleare at top, but stirre it a little and then its nothing but filth.
like a pond that is full of mud At the bottom, and clear At top, but stir it a little and then its nothing but filth.
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A father or a mother cannot tell how to be displeased with a child or correct it,
A father or a mother cannot tell how to be displeased with a child or correct it,
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but abundance of corruption comes with that anger; and so a governour a servant.
but abundance of corruption comes with that anger; and so a governor a servant.
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Who can execute Justice upon others, but there will be much of self? self-ends and self-intrest;
Who can execute justice upon Others, but there will be much of self? self-ends and self-intrest;
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but now here is the glory of God, that when he manifesteth his wrath, though it be fore wrath,
but now Here is the glory of God, that when he manifesteth his wrath, though it be before wrath,
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yet he is glorious in holinesse in great wrath;
yet he is glorious in holiness in great wrath;
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he is infinitely powerful in his wrath, and in the execution of his Judgements, and yet infinite in holinesse too;
he is infinitely powerful in his wrath, and in the execution of his Judgments, and yet infinite in holiness too;
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therefore the vials of Gods wrath are said to be of gold, which is the purest mettal;
Therefore the vials of God's wrath Are said to be of gold, which is the Purest metal;
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so is God in the executing of his Judgements. O let us labour to imitate God in this:
so is God in the executing of his Judgments. O let us labour to imitate God in this:
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thou that hast a passionate spirit, and art soon provoked, and discoverest abundance of filthinesse, see how unlike thou art unto God;
thou that hast a passionate Spirit, and art soon provoked, and discoverest abundance of filthiness, see how unlike thou art unto God;
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though thou shouldest be displeased with that which is sinful, and mayst correct thy children and servants,
though thou Shouldst be displeased with that which is sinful, and Mayest correct thy children and Servants,
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yet be sure to keep that which is the beauty of all in thy correcting of others, and that is holinesse.
yet be sure to keep that which is the beauty of all in thy correcting of Others, and that is holiness.
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Again, this Title is given to God here, because in this great worke of his he did manifest his faithfulnesse in fulfilling of his promises to his people;
Again, this Title is given to God Here, Because in this great work of his he did manifest his faithfulness in fulfilling of his promises to his people;
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many promises God had made to his Church for their preservation and deliverance:
many promises God had made to his Church for their preservation and deliverance:
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and God in this worke of his did fulfil these promises ▪ now Gods faithfulness is a branch of his holinesse;
and God in this work of his did fulfil these promises ▪ now God's faithfulness is a branch of his holiness;
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therefore because he manifested his faithfulnesse in this worke, Moses and the people extoll his name by this Title, glorious in holinesse. It is observable,
Therefore Because he manifested his faithfulness in this work, Moses and the people extol his name by this Title, glorious in holiness. It is observable,
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and it is of great use to us, that Gods faithfulnesse is a branch of his holinesse:
and it is of great use to us, that God's faithfulness is a branch of his holiness:
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if you compare two Scriptures, you will finde it so; Isaiah 55.3. sayes God, I will make an everlasting Covenant with you, even the sure mercies of David:
if you compare two Scriptures, you will find it so; Isaiah 55.3. Says God, I will make an everlasting Covenant with you, even the sure Mercies of David:
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and this Scripture is quoted Acts 13 34. I will give you the sure mercies of David: so we read it;
and this Scripture is quoted Acts 13 34. I will give you the sure Mercies of David: so we read it;
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but in the Original it is the holy and faithful things of David:
but in the Original it is the holy and faithful things of David:
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so that when God comes to shew mercy according to his word, he doth manifest the glory of his holinesse,
so that when God comes to show mercy according to his word, he does manifest the glory of his holiness,
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and it is of admirable use to Gods people to strengthen their faith.
and it is of admirable use to God's people to strengthen their faith.
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You have heard that the glory of God is his holinesse, now one part of this holiness is his faithfulness, in fulfilling his promises to his people:
You have herd that the glory of God is his holiness, now one part of this holiness is his faithfulness, in fulfilling his promises to his people:
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therefore it concernes Gods he loves his own glory, to be faithful in fulfilling of his promises,
Therefore it concerns God's he loves his own glory, to be faithful in fulfilling of his promises,
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and God lookes at it as his glory to doe it;
and God looks At it as his glory to do it;
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thy comforts are deare to thee, and thy preservation is deare to thee, but Gods glory is dearer to him,
thy comforts Are deer to thee, and thy preservation is deer to thee, but God's glory is Dearer to him,
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yea Gods glory is dearer to him then thy soul, or thy eternal estate can be to thee;
yea God's glory is Dearer to him then thy soul, or thy Eternal estate can be to thee;
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and the top of Gods glory is his holiness;
and the top of God's glory is his holiness;
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and his holinesse consists in this (in one thing) his faithfulness in his promises.
and his holiness consists in this (in one thing) his faithfulness in his promises.
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Now for the application of this, first: hence you may observe, whether ever you understood God aright or no;
Now for the application of this, First: hence you may observe, whither ever you understood God aright or no;
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let me put this question to you, what is that excellency of God that your soul closeth with? we speak much of Gods excellency,
let me put this question to you, what is that excellency of God that your soul closeth with? we speak much of God's excellency,
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and we all say we love God, and delight in God, and blesse God;
and we all say we love God, and delight in God, and bless God;
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but now, what is it in God that drawes thy heart so to him, and causeth thy soul to love thy God,
but now, what is it in God that draws thy heart so to him, and Causes thy soul to love thy God,
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and to blesse thy God, and to delight in thy God (as thou sayest) since the time that ever thou knewest him? what, is it that God will shew mercy to thee,
and to bless thy God, and to delight in thy God (as thou Sayest) since the time that ever thou Knewest him? what, is it that God will show mercy to thee,
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and pardon thy sinne, and save thy soul, and bring thee to heaven? these are things indeed that we are to love and blesse God for: but there must be more;
and pardon thy sin, and save thy soul, and bring thee to heaven? these Are things indeed that we Are to love and bless God for: but there must be more;
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it is the very person of God himselfe that our hearts must be taken with, and it must be the person of God in his excellency:
it is the very person of God himself that our hearts must be taken with, and it must be the person of God in his excellency:
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and what is that? his holinesse; therefore hath ever the luster of the infinite holinesse of God shined upon thy heart,
and what is that? his holiness; Therefore hath ever the luster of the infinite holiness of God shined upon thy heart,
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and drawne thy heart to God, and caused thee to stand and adore him, and admire him;
and drawn thy heart to God, and caused thee to stand and adore him, and admire him;
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and hath thy heart leaped upon the sight of the brightnesse of his holinesse? and doest thou therefore love him? if so, thou knowest God aright and thy heart hath been aright drawn to him: sayes David, Psalm. 119.140. thy word is very pure, therefore thy servant loves it.
and hath thy heart leapt upon the sighed of the brightness of his holiness? and dost thou Therefore love him? if so, thou Knowest God aright and thy heart hath been aright drawn to him: Says David, Psalm. 119.140. thy word is very pure, Therefore thy servant loves it.
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Canst thou say so, O Lord, thou art pure, thou art holy, therefore doth thy servants love thee;
Canst thou say so, Oh Lord, thou art pure, thou art holy, Therefore does thy Servants love thee;
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and thy word is holy, and thy worship is holy, and thy servants are holy, and thy Ordinances are holy, and therefore doth thy servant love all these:
and thy word is holy, and thy worship is holy, and thy Servants Are holy, and thy Ordinances Are holy, and Therefore does thy servant love all these:
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for if the beauty of Gods holinesse be that which drawes thy heart forth in love unto God,
for if the beauty of God's holiness be that which draws thy heart forth in love unto God,
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then proportionably it will be the beauty of holinesse in all holy things that will draw thy heart to love and delight in them:
then proportionably it will be the beauty of holiness in all holy things that will draw thy heart to love and delight in them:
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then thou wilt looke upon his Saints as glorious in holinesse, and upon his worship,
then thou wilt look upon his Saints as glorious in holiness, and upon his worship,
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and word, and Ordinances, as glorious in holinesse, and so thy heart will be drawn unto them. Psalm. 33.21.
and word, and Ordinances, as glorious in holiness, and so thy heart will be drawn unto them. Psalm. 33.21.
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you shall see there how the Saints of God did rejoyce in the Lord, and had their hearts drawn to him, because of his holinesse;
you shall see there how the Saints of God did rejoice in the Lord, and had their hearts drawn to him, Because of his holiness;
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for our hearts shall rejoyce in him because we have trusted in his holy name: the trusting in Gods holy name, is that which makes our hearts rejoyce in him.for our hearts shall rejoice in him Because we have trusted in his holy name: the trusting in God's holy name, is that which makes our hearts rejoice in him.
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But Secondly, hence the people of God should excedingly comfort themselves in God, in that they have to deal with him as a holy God:
But Secondly, hence the people of God should exceedingly Comfort themselves in God, in that they have to deal with him as a holy God:
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that though they meet with much unholiness in the spirits of men with whom they doe converse:
that though they meet with much unholiness in the spirits of men with whom they do converse:
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yet there is in God nothing but holinesse, yea the very beauty and glory of holinesse;
yet there is in God nothing but holiness, yea the very beauty and glory of holiness;
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Brethren, it is a delightful thing, yea a rare and a blessed thing, to meet with a friend that hath a cleane and a pure heart, that hath no mixture in him, that is holy in his endes and aymes,
Brothers, it is a delightful thing, yea a rare and a blessed thing, to meet with a friend that hath a clean and a pure heart, that hath no mixture in him, that is holy in his ends and aims,
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and that hath a spirit free from guile: O what rejoycing is there, when one friend that hath a heart pure and cleane,
and that hath a Spirit free from guile: Oh what rejoicing is there, when one friend that hath a heart pure and clean,
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and free from guile, can meet with another such as himselfe, and can close together in every point!
and free from guile, can meet with Another such as himself, and can close together in every point!
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but what a delight then is it to meet with a God that is infinite in purity and holinesse, in whom there is no mixture at all!
but what a delight then is it to meet with a God that is infinite in purity and holiness, in whom there is no mixture At all!
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God he takes delight in us, because we have but some drops of his holinesse. O how should we •h•n rejoyce in him who is infinite in holinesse:
God he Takes delight in us, Because we have but Some drops of his holiness. O how should we •h•n rejoice in him who is infinite in holiness:
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Indeed when we deal with men, we do not alwayes finde them as we expect; we many •imes meet with men of excellent parts and gifts;
Indeed when we deal with men, we do not always find them as we expect; we many •imes meet with men of excellent parts and Gifts;
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but when we come to close with them we doe not finde their wayes and spirits ••table to the eminency and excellency of those parts and gifts;
but when we come to close with them we do not find their ways and spirits ••table to the eminency and excellency of those parts and Gifts;
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and this is a grievous vexation to the Saints, when they look upon men that are eminent and excellent,
and this is a grievous vexation to the Saints, when they look upon men that Are eminent and excellent,
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and hope to finde a proportion of spirit sutable thereunto, but instead thereof finde abundance of filth in their spirits;
and hope to find a proportion of Spirit suitable thereunto, but instead thereof find abundance of filth in their spirits;
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though this may trouble thee, yet blesse thy God in this, that when thou art to deal with God thou shalt finde nothing but holinesse in him, thou shalt finde him working according to his excellency;
though this may trouble thee, yet bless thy God in this, that when thou art to deal with God thou shalt find nothing but holiness in him, thou shalt find him working according to his excellency;
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for that I told you was the nature of Gods holinesse, 'tis the perfection of his will whereby he workes all things s•rable to his eminency and excellency.
for that I told you was the nature of God's holiness, it's the perfection of his will whereby he works all things s•rable to his eminency and excellency.
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Man hath an excellency in him, but not alwayes grace in his heart to work su•able to it;
Man hath an excellency in him, but not always grace in his heart to work su•able to it;
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but God I say, alwayes workes sutable to his eminency and excellency.
but God I say, always works suitable to his eminency and excellency.
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Now when our hearts are raised with the sight of Gods excellency, and then thinke with our selves we shall alwayes finde God working according to it, O what a comfort is this to a gracious soul against all the evil he meets with in the spirits of men, amongst whom he converseth?
Now when our hearts Are raised with the sighed of God's excellency, and then think with our selves we shall always find God working according to it, Oh what a Comfort is this to a gracious soul against all the evil he meets with in the spirits of men, among whom he Converseth?
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Againe, further for the comfort of the Saints, if God be glorious in holinesse (then as in the former point,
Again, further for the Comfort of the Saints, if God be glorious in holiness (then as in the former point,
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as there is none like to God, so there is none like to his people;
as there is none like to God, so there is none like to his people;
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for as a mans god is, so is he,) so are the Saints glorious in holinesse too;
for as a men god is, so is he,) so Are the Saints glorious in holiness too;
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for that which can make an infinite God glorious, must needes make a poor worme a glorious creature.
for that which can make an infinite God glorious, must needs make a poor worm a glorious creature.
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It is true, that which will make a poor man glorious, will not make a King glorious,
It is true, that which will make a poor man glorious, will not make a King glorious,
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but that which will make a King glorious must needs make a begger glorious:
but that which will make a King glorious must needs make a beggar glorious:
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now holinesse puts a luster and glory upon the divine nature it self, upon the infinite God:
now holiness puts a luster and glory upon the divine nature it self, upon the infinite God:
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so that if thou have it, it must needs put a glory upon thee:
so that if thou have it, it must needs put a glory upon thee:
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therefore it is observable, that the communication of Gods holinesse to us is exprest in another way then when he communicates any other attribute to us:
Therefore it is observable, that the communication of God's holiness to us is expressed in Another Way then when he communicates any other attribute to us:
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when God communicates his knowledge to us, we are not said to partake of the divine nature by it;
when God communicates his knowledge to us, we Are not said to partake of the divine nature by it;
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and so his power, and the like:
and so his power, and the like:
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but when he communicates his holiness to us, we are then said to be made partakers of the divine nature:
but when he communicates his holiness to us, we Are then said to be made partakers of the divine nature:
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the holinesse of the Saints is the same with Gods holiness; as it were a beame of his:
the holiness of the Saints is the same with God's holiness; as it were a beam of his:
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so sayes the Scripture, Heb. 12.10. He chasineth us for our profit, that we might be partakers of his holiness Marke, his holinesse: and therefore it puts a wonderful glory and excellency upon us;
so Says the Scripture, Hebrew 12.10. He chasineth us for our profit, that we might be partakers of his holiness Mark, his holiness: and Therefore it puts a wondered glory and excellency upon us;
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for it enables us to work as God, and to live as God:
for it enables us to work as God, and to live as God:
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for what is Gods holinesse, as I said before, but that whereby he workes to himselfe as his last end, su•able to his own excellency? so the Saints come to work to God according to their measure,
for what is God's holiness, as I said before, but that whereby he works to himself as his last end, su•able to his own excellency? so the Saints come to work to God according to their measure,
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as their last end, sutable to the infinite excellency of God himselfe:
as their last end, suitable to the infinite excellency of God himself:
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and so they live as God lives, and work as God workes, and so are fitted to have communion with God;
and so they live as God lives, and work as God works, and so Are fitted to have communion with God;
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as the life of a plant makes it not fit to have communion with beasts: nor the life of beasts with men:
as the life of a plant makes it not fit to have communion with beasts: nor the life of beasts with men:
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nor men with the life of God. Now holinesse is the highest life of all beings, being the life of God:
nor men with the life of God. Now holiness is the highest life of all beings, being the life of God:
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and therefore fits for communion with God: for in communion there must be the same life:
and Therefore fits for communion with God: for in communion there must be the same life:
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therefore no creature can have communion with God, that doth not live the same life that God doth:
Therefore no creature can have communion with God, that does not live the same life that God does:
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but if thou partakest of holinesse, thou livest the life that God doth, and so art fit to have communion with God himselfe.
but if thou partakest of holiness, thou Livest the life that God does, and so art fit to have communion with God himself.
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Further, it puts not onely a glory upon thy person, but upon all thou hast and doest: it sanctifies all;
Further, it puts not only a glory upon thy person, but upon all thou hast and dost: it Sanctifies all;
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as the gold was sanctifi•d by the Altar:
as the gold was sanctifi•d by the Altar:
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so the very natural actions, and the wayes of Gods common providence, are sanctified to Gods people:
so the very natural actions, and the ways of God's Common providence, Are sanctified to God's people:
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th•re is a luster upon all the good they enjoy, by vertue of that holiness which God puts in them:
th•re is a luster upon all the good they enjoy, by virtue of that holiness which God puts in them:
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as Gods holiness puts a luster upon all his attributes, so holiness in the Saints puts a luster upon their parts, names, estates, converse with others;
as God's holiness puts a luster upon all his attributes, so holiness in the Saints puts a luster upon their parts, names, estates, converse with Others;
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there is a beauty upon all by holinesse;
there is a beauty upon all by holiness;
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take a man that hath excellent natural parts, if he have no holinesse, there is no luster and beauty in him:
take a man that hath excellent natural parts, if he have no holiness, there is no luster and beauty in him:
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but take a man that hath able parts, and holinesse too, O the luster that then appears in him!
but take a man that hath able parts, and holiness too, Oh the luster that then appears in him!
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Againe, holinesse is the very principle of eternal life, the very beginning of eternal life in the heart,
Again, holiness is the very principle of Eternal life, the very beginning of Eternal life in the heart,
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and that which will certainly grow up to eternal life. Againe, holinesse is the proper object of Gods delight;
and that which will Certainly grow up to Eternal life. Again, holiness is the proper Object of God's delight;
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God delights not in the legs of a man, but in his holinesse;
God delights not in the legs of a man, but in his holiness;
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let a man be what he will, if God see any impression of holinesse in him, the soul of God closeth with that soul.
let a man be what he will, if God see any impression of holiness in him, the soul of God closeth with that soul.
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Further, holinesse is that which is the separation of the creature for God, and eternal life:
Further, holiness is that which is the separation of the creature for God, and Eternal life:
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there is (you know) a twofold separation of a creature for God: you have the expression, Psalm. 4.3. The Lord hath set apart him that is godly for himself: he is set apart passively;
there is (you know) a twofold separation of a creature for God: you have the expression, Psalm. 4.3. The Lord hath Set apart him that is godly for himself: he is Set apart passively;
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and then he hath an active principle to set apart himselfe for God. God in his eternal election sets apart tho•e he intends to save for himselfe;
and then he hath an active principle to Set apart himself for God. God in his Eternal election sets apart tho•e he intends to save for himself;
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here are those, sayes God, that I have set apart from the common lumpe of mankinde, to magnifie the riches of my grace upon,
Here Are those, Says God, that I have Set apart from the Common lump of mankind, to magnify the riches of my grace upon,
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and to live with me to all eternity. If God should now look from heaven upon a man or woman in the congregation,
and to live with me to all eternity. If God should now look from heaven upon a man or woman in the congregation,
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and say, Be it known to all the world that I from eternity have set apart such a man and woman, to glorifie them with my selfe for ever:
and say, Be it known to all the world that I from eternity have Set apart such a man and woman, to Glorify them with my self for ever:
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every one would look upon such a man and woman as glorious creaturs indeed:
every one would look upon such a man and woman as glorious creatures indeed:
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but now know, that if God hath stampt the Image of his holinesse upon thee, thou hast as much honour from God,
but now know, that if God hath stamped the Image of his holiness upon thee, thou hast as much honour from God,
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as if he should thus speak to thee: and in some respects more:
as if he should thus speak to thee: and in Some respects more:
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for if God should declare, that from all eternity thou art set apart from the creature for God, this were glorious;
for if God should declare, that from all eternity thou art Set apart from the creature for God, this were glorious;
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but when God hath put a principle of his own spirit into thee, to enable thee to set apart thy selfe,
but when God hath put a principle of his own Spirit into thee, to enable thee to Set apart thy self,
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and to consecreat thy selfe, and thy all to God, this is more: for in the other thou art but passive, in this thou art active:
and to consecreat thy self, and thy all to God, this is more: for in the other thou art but passive, in this thou art active:
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As on the contrary, there is more dreadful evil in unholinesse then in reprobation;
As on the contrary, there is more dreadful evil in unholiness then in reprobation;
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men are afraid of reprobation, that God should set them apart from eternity to magnifie the glory of his Justice upon them;
men Are afraid of reprobation, that God should Set them apart from eternity to magnify the glory of his justice upon them;
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and 'tis true, this is terrible:
and it's true, this is terrible:
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but while thou apprehendest this as terrible, thou thy selfe art active in that which is more terrible;
but while thou apprehendest this as terrible, thou thy self art active in that which is more terrible;
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that is, by the filthinesse and wickednesse of thy heart and life, thou dost actively set thy selfe apart for eternal wrath and misery:
that is, by the filthiness and wickedness of thy heart and life, thou dost actively Set thy self apart for Eternal wrath and misery:
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the other is passive, and thou art onely set apart: but in the wickednesse of thy heart thou art active, and setst thy selfe apart:
the other is passive, and thou art only Set apart: but in the wickedness of thy heart thou art active, and settest thy self apart:
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For as holinesse is the dedication of the creature to God, the separation of it from all other things unto God by an active principle;
For as holiness is the dedication of the creature to God, the separation of it from all other things unto God by an active principle;
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so on the contrary, sin is the separation of the creature by an active principle from God to all misery.
so on the contrary, since is the separation of the creature by an active principle from God to all misery.
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I thought to have enlarged my selfe in comparing the glory and happinesse of the Saints,
I Thought to have enlarged my self in comparing the glory and happiness of the Saints,
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and the misery of the wicked together, but time will not give leave.
and the misery of the wicked together, but time will not give leave.
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Further, as holinesse makes the name of God to be reverend, so holinesse in the Saints puts a reverend respect upon them in the very consciences of wicked men:
Further, as holiness makes the name of God to be reverend, so holiness in the Saints puts a reverend respect upon them in the very Consciences of wicked men:
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take the vilest of wicked men, though they cry out of thee;
take the Vilest of wicked men, though they cry out of thee;
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yet know, if thou walkest strictly, thy close walking with God will gain respect and reverence from their hearts, in spite of their hearts.
yet know, if thou walkest strictly, thy close walking with God will gain respect and Reverence from their hearts, in spite of their hearts.
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And the reason why the people of God gaine not respect and esteeme, is, because they doe not walk strictly; many men mistake themselves:
And the reason why the people of God gain not respect and esteem, is, Because they do not walk strictly; many men mistake themselves:
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they think that strictnesse is slighted and contemned, and therefore they begin to lessen and abate in their exact walking: but this makes them disesteemed;
they think that strictness is slighted and contemned, and Therefore they begin to lessen and abate in their exact walking: but this makes them disesteemed;
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and it is just with God it should he so:
and it is just with God it should he so:
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doth the abating of holiness helpe thee to o reverend respect? no, walk more closely with God,
does the abating of holiness help thee to o reverend respect? no, walk more closely with God,
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and thou wilt have respect from mens consciences do what they can, thou wilt anger their lust;
and thou wilt have respect from men's Consciences do what they can, thou wilt anger their lust;
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but thou wilt convince their consciences:
but thou wilt convince their Consciences:
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and in their more serious mood they will say, O that my soul were in this mans soul stead:
and in their more serious mood they will say, Oh that my soul were in this men soul stead:
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and how often do they say so on their death bed? and if holiness put an excellency and glory upon low and mean things,
and how often do they say so on their death Bed? and if holiness put an excellency and glory upon low and mean things,
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as in the Law what a glory did it put upon a piece of Wood,
as in the Law what a glory did it put upon a piece of Wood,
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or Leather, or Brasse, when once it was consecrated to a holy use? because that was Gods Ordinance, God did put it in it, and not man:
or Leather, or Brass, when once it was consecrated to a holy use? Because that was God's Ordinance, God did put it in it, and not man:
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for a man to think it is in the power of his will to make God esteem,
for a man to think it is in the power of his will to make God esteem,
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or that others in reference to God should esteem of a creature, more then what God did put into it, is a great mistake:
or that Others in Referente to God should esteem of a creature, more then what God did put into it, is a great mistake:
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that common stones by my will should be holy, and consecrated to God, & must not be medled with, that I should put a divine excellency upon that which hath onely a natural excellency in it;
that Common stones by my will should be holy, and consecrated to God, & must not be meddled with, that I should put a divine excellency upon that which hath only a natural excellency in it;
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what a boldness would this be in me ▪ but now if Gods Ordinances be so,
what a boldness would this be in me ▪ but now if God's Ordinances be so,
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then there is a glory put upon it, as in the Temple, because it was dedicated to God by divine institution, there the very wood,
then there is a glory put upon it, as in the Temple, Because it was dedicated to God by divine Institution, there the very wood,
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and brasse, and every thing had an excellency upon it.
and brass, and every thing had an excellency upon it.
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Now I would argue thus, shall ceremonical holiness put such an excellency upon a piece of Leather!
Now I would argue thus, shall ceremonical holiness put such an excellency upon a piece of Leather!
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what then shall the image of God put upon an immortal soul!
what then shall the image of God put upon an immortal soul!
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A further use should have been this, If God be glorious in holiness, then certainly (brethren) God will maintain holiness in the world:
A further use should have been this, If God be glorious in holiness, then Certainly (brothers) God will maintain holiness in the world:
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and this is one reason amongst others, of this Title given to God here, because he did work for his Church:
and this is one reason among Others, of this Title given to God Here, Because he did work for his Church:
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God will honour his own Ordinances and worship, and will maintain his Saints that are holy;
God will honour his own Ordinances and worship, and will maintain his Saints that Are holy;
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preserve me O Lord (saies, David ) for I am holy: and thou wilt not give thy holy one to see corruption. preserve me Oh Lord (Says, David) for I am holy: and thou wilt not give thy holy one to see corruption.
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If thou beest Gods holy one, he wil not leave thee to the power of corruption, he will defend thee and maintain thee:
If thou Best God's holy one, he will not leave thee to the power of corruption, he will defend thee and maintain thee:
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therefore saies the Psalmist in Psalm. 61, 35. O God thou art terrible out of thy holy places;
Therefore Says the Psalmist in Psalm. 61, 35. Oh God thou art terrible out of thy holy places;
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what are there any that will be injurous to Gods people when they are in the way of his holy worship? God will be terrible out of his holy places to such;
what Are there any that will be injurious to God's people when they Are in the Way of his holy worship? God will be terrible out of his holy places to such;
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these expressions are against the enemies of God, because it is the holiness of God, and the people of Gods holiness that they set themselves against.
these expressions Are against the enemies of God, Because it is the holiness of God, and the people of God's holiness that they Set themselves against.
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And let all men take heed what they do in opposing the Saints, and the waies of Gods holy worship; for God will maintain holiness:
And let all men take heed what they do in opposing the Saints, and the ways of God's holy worship; for God will maintain holiness:
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therefore it concernes us all to honour holiness our selves, and to set up the glory of Gods holiness as much as we can in the world.
Therefore it concerns us all to honour holiness our selves, and to Set up the glory of God's holiness as much as we can in the world.
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O let us labour all to be holy, as our heavenly Father is holy: let that be our prayer, Psal. 90.17. Let the beauty of the Lord our God be upon as.
O let us labour all to be holy, as our heavenly Father is holy: let that be our prayer, Psalm 90.17. Let the beauty of the Lord our God be upon as.
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O grow up more in holiness, which is the beauty of God: converse much with God, that thou mayest be holy:
Oh grow up more in holiness, which is the beauty of God: converse much with God, that thou Mayest be holy:
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when Moses was forty days in the Mount conversing with God, he came down with his face shining:
when Moses was forty days in the Mount conversing with God, he Come down with his face shining:
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and certainly, those people that converse much with God will have their faces shine with holiness:
and Certainly, those people that converse much with God will have their faces shine with holiness:
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there is much to be had in conversing with God, who is a holy God.
there is much to be had in conversing with God, who is a holy God.
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And shew forth the beauty of holiness in thy conversation, that others may say, if one beam of holiness be so delightful in such a man or woman, O how glorious in holiness then is God himself!
And show forth the beauty of holiness in thy Conversation, that Others may say, if one beam of holiness be so delightful in such a man or woman, Oh how glorious in holiness then is God himself!
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I remember what a heathen said of the God of the Christians, when he saw the courage of the Christians, certainly (saies he) the God of the Christians is a great God:
I Remember what a heathen said of the God of the Christians, when he saw the courage of the Christians, Certainly (Says he) the God of the Christians is a great God:
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why let us walk so holily before others that they may read holiness in our conversations,
why let us walk so holily before Others that they may read holiness in our conversations,
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and be forced to say, certainly the God of this people is a holy God:
and be forced to say, Certainly the God of this people is a holy God:
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Especially look to thy heart to cleanse that when thou drawest neer to this holy God, in his holy worship,
Especially look to thy heart to cleanse that when thou drawest near to this holy God, in his holy worship,
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then labour to sanctifie his name;
then labour to sanctify his name;
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look to thy feet, come not in thy filth into the presence of so holy a God;
look to thy feet, come not in thy filth into the presence of so holy a God;
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'tis a notable expression of Joshua, Joshua 24.19. when the people say, we will serve the Lord, for he is our God:
it's a notable expression of joshua, joshua 24.19. when the people say, we will serve the Lord, for he is our God:
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saies Joshua, you cannot serve the Lord, for he is an holy God, &c. As if he should say, it is an other manner of busines to serve the Lord then you think for,
Says joshua, you cannot serve the Lord, for he is an holy God, etc. As if he should say, it is an other manner of business to serve the Lord then you think for,
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for you have to deal with a holy God, & 'tis not external worship wil serve his turne.
for you have to deal with a holy God, & it's not external worship will serve his turn.
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It is an argument people do not know God, when they can turn his service off so slightly:
It is an argument people do not know God, when they can turn his service off so slightly:
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the sight of God would put thee into another frame;
the sighed of God would put thee into Another frame;
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didst thou know God in his holiness, thou wouldst look upon the service of God as a great service, thou servest a holy God,
didst thou know God in his holiness, thou Wouldst look upon the service of God as a great service, thou servest a holy God,
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as they say, 1 Sam. 6.20.
as they say, 1 Sam. 6.20.
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who can stand before this holy God? so, didst thou apprehend God to be a holy God, thy heart would be stricken with fear and awe,
who can stand before this holy God? so, didst thou apprehend God to be a holy God, thy heart would be stricken with Fear and awe,
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and thou woulst say, who can stand before this holy God? God is greatly to be feared in the assembly of the Saints,
and thou Wouldst say, who can stand before this holy God? God is greatly to be feared in the assembly of the Saints,
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and to be had in reverence of those that are round about him, Psalm 86.7. God is to be had in reverence of all men;and to be had in Reverence of those that Are round about him, Psalm 86.7. God is to be had in Reverence of all men;
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but if you come neer to him, certainly then you must labour to satisfie your hearts.
but if you come near to him, Certainly then you must labour to satisfy your hearts.
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How canst thou come before the luster & beauty of Gods holiness with wilful uncleanness in thy heart? that Text in Job is very remarkable Job 13.11. shall not his excellency make you afraid? You have heard that Gods holiness is his excellency:
How Canst thou come before the luster & beauty of God's holiness with wilful uncleanness in thy heart? that Text in Job is very remarkable Job 13.11. shall not his excellency make you afraid? You have herd that God's holiness is his excellency:
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now I say, to thee that hast to deal with him, shall not his excellency make thee affraid? art thou conscious of thy uncleanness and doest thou come into the presence of a holy God and not fear and tremble before him? O bold daring heart that thou hast, that canst come into the presence of a holy God with an unholy heart, and not tremble:
now I say, to thee that hast to deal with him, shall not his excellency make thee afraid? art thou conscious of thy uncleanness and dost thou come into the presence of a holy God and not Fear and tremble before him? O bold daring heart that thou hast, that Canst come into the presence of a holy God with an unholy heart, and not tremble:
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it would be of admirable use in all our dealings with God, to have cleare apprehensions of his holiness.
it would be of admirable use in all our dealings with God, to have clear apprehensions of his holiness.
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Again, labour to magnifie God this way:
Again, labour to magnify God this Way:
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as God is glorious in holiness, so set him out in his glory, by keeping his worship pure.
as God is glorious in holiness, so Set him out in his glory, by keeping his worship pure.
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It is aspeciall thing God looks at, that we take heed what we do in defiling of his worship.
It is especial thing God looks At, that we take heed what we do in defiling of his worship.
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Gods Ordinances are the beauty of his holiness, therefore we must labour to come pure and clean unto them:
God's Ordinances Are the beauty of his holiness, Therefore we must labour to come pure and clean unto them:
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'tis that which God commands his Church, to keep the vessels of his Sanctuary holy, and those are the Ordinances:
it's that which God commands his Church, to keep the vessels of his Sanctuary holy, and those Are the Ordinances:
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and we are unfaithful in our charge, if we doe not keep the Ordinances holy; in Exod. 20.24.25. God gives them charge there to make him an Altar:
and we Are unfaithful in our charge, if we do not keep the Ordinances holy; in Exod 20.24.25. God gives them charge there to make him an Altar:
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but sayes God, If thou wilt make me an Aliar of stone, thou shalt not build it of hewen stone:
but Says God, If thou wilt make me an Altar of stone, thou shalt not built it of hewn stone:
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for if thou lift up thy tool upon it; thou hast polluted it. for if thou lift up thy tool upon it; thou hast polluted it.
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What, might they say, shal we have an Altar of rude stone? shall we not polish and make it fine and sumptuous? wil not that make it more specious to look upon? no, sayes God,
What, might they say, shall we have an Altar of rude stone? shall we not polish and make it fine and sumptuous? will not that make it more specious to look upon? no, Says God,
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if you lift up a tool upon it you polute at.
if you lift up a tool upon it you pollute At.
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We are apt to think, that such and such mixtures of men, and such and such ceremonies would make the worship of God glorious;
We Are apt to think, that such and such mixtures of men, and such and such ceremonies would make the worship of God glorious;
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but this is a great mistake. It is a usual thing for whores to paint their faces;
but this is a great mistake. It is a usual thing for whores to paint their faces;
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they wil not be content with their natural beauty, but are more pompous in their apparel then the chaste Matrons are.
they will not be content with their natural beauty, but Are more pompous in their apparel then the chaste Matrons Are.
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It is so with the whore of Babylon: how glorious are they in all their worship? and what strange things have they to take the outward senses? they are fain to dresse and trick up themselves, having not the purity of Gods worship:
It is so with the whore of Babylon: how glorious Are they in all their worship? and what strange things have they to take the outward Senses? they Are fain to dress and trick up themselves, having not the purity of God's worship:
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but certainly these things defile the worship of God. Compare two texts for this, Isa. 44.9. They that make a graven Image are all of them vanity, and their delectable things shall not profit:
but Certainly these things defile the worship of God. Compare two texts for this, Isaiah 44.9. They that make a graved Image Are all of them vanity, and their delectable things shall not profit:
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mark, the Images of Idolaters are delectable things in their esteem: but see what God speaks of them, Ezek. 7.20. As for the beauty of his ornament, he set it in Majesty:
mark, the Images of Idolaters Are delectable things in their esteem: but see what God speaks of them, Ezekiel 7.20. As for the beauty of his ornament, he Set it in Majesty:
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but they made the Images of their abominations, and of their detestable things therein. They call them delectable things, but God accounts them detestable:but they made the Images of their abominations, and of their detestable things therein. They call them delectable things, but God accounts them detestable:
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but when God speakes of his own ordinances, he sayes, as for the beauty of his ornament he set it in Majesty.
but when God speaks of his own ordinances, he Says, as for the beauty of his ornament he Set it in Majesty.
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O the worship of God in the plainness and simplicity of the Gospel!
O the worship of God in the plainness and simplicity of the Gospel!
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it is the ornament of God, the beauty of his ornament, & the beauty of his ornament set in Majesty:
it is the ornament of God, the beauty of his ornament, & the beauty of his ornament Set in Majesty:
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what phrases are here? this is Gods worship;
what phrases Are Here? this is God's worship;
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but if man mix any thing of his own in Gods worship, it is detestable to God:
but if man mix any thing of his own in God's worship, it is detestable to God:
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therefore if we would honour and magnide God in his holiness, let us keep pure his worship;
Therefore if we would honour and magnide God in his holiness, let us keep pure his worship;
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for holiness becomes the worship of God for ever.
for holiness becomes the worship of God for ever.
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And then, the consideration of this should humble us, and make us ashamed, for the remainder of all that unholiness that is in our hearts;
And then, the consideration of this should humble us, and make us ashamed, for the remainder of all that unholiness that is in our hearts;
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the fight of Gods holiness made Jsaiah cry out, Jsaiah 6.5. Woe is me, for I am undone, because I am a man of unclean lips,
the fight of God's holiness made Isaiah cry out, Isaiah 6.5. Woe is me, for I am undone, Because I am a man of unclean lips,
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and I dwell in the midst of a people of unclean lips, for mine eyes have seen the King, the Lord of Hosts. and I dwell in the midst of a people of unclean lips, for mine eyes have seen the King, the Lord of Hosts.
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And certainly there is nothing in the world that hath power to humble the heart, so as Gods holiness:
And Certainly there is nothing in the world that hath power to humble the heart, so as God's holiness:
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and then is your heart humbled for sin aright, when you look upon it as that which is opposite to the pure nature of God.
and then is your heart humbled for since aright, when you look upon it as that which is opposite to the pure nature of God.
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I am not only troubled for my sinne, because I am afraid it will bring Hell along with it,
I am not only troubled for my sin, Because I am afraid it will bring Hell along with it,
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but because I have had a sight of the infinite holiness of God, and the purity of his nature:
but Because I have had a sighed of the infinite holiness of God, and the purity of his nature:
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and O that I should have a nature so filthy and oppos•te to that infinite holiness of his.
and Oh that I should have a nature so filthy and oppos•te to that infinite holiness of his.
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And hereby examine your hearts whether your humiliation be right or no;
And hereby examine your hearts whither your humiliation be right or no;
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and this is one good argument, when the infinite holiness of God hath made you see your uncleanness,
and this is one good argument, when the infinite holiness of God hath made you see your uncleanness,
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and upon that hath humbled you. Lastly, what need have we all of Jesus Christ!
and upon that hath humbled you. Lastly, what need have we all of jesus christ!
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if God be glorious in holiness, we should all of us say, who can stand before so holy a God! were it not for the holiness of the blessed mediator who stands before the father and us,
if God be glorious in holiness, we should all of us say, who can stand before so holy a God! were it not for the holiness of the blessed Mediator who Stands before the father and us,
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and presents his infinite satisfaction to the father for our sinnes, and clothes us with his righteousness, woe, woe unto us:
and presents his infinite satisfaction to the father for our Sins, and clothes us with his righteousness, woe, woe unto us:
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if you could possibly imagine that all the excellencies of heaven and earth were put into one creature,
if you could possibly imagine that all the excellencies of heaven and earth were put into one creature,
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except holiness, yet if that creature had but the least drop of uncleanness and unholiness in it, God would eternally hate that creature;
except holiness, yet if that creature had but the least drop of uncleanness and unholiness in it, God would eternally hate that creature;
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and were there not a mediator between that creature and God, God would eternally let out his wrath upon it:
and were there not a Mediator between that creature and God, God would eternally let out his wrath upon it:
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for God is so glorious in holinesse that he doth infinitely hate filthiness:
for God is so glorious in holiness that he does infinitely hate filthiness:
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we wonder to hear of such great misery threatned to wicked men, but we should not wonder, did we know Gods holiness:
we wonder to hear of such great misery threatened to wicked men, but we should not wonder, did we know God's holiness:
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God doth so infinitely hate sinne that he did instantly send all the Angels that fell, down into chaines of eternal darkness,
God does so infinitely hate sin that he did instantly send all the Angels that fell, down into chains of Eternal darkness,
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and refused to enter into the least parly with them, or be reconciled to them forever.
and refused to enter into the least parley with them, or be reconciled to them forever.
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Now what is the reason, that though we have so much uncleanness in us, yet God is pleased, to be reconciled to us,
Now what is the reason, that though we have so much uncleanness in us, yet God is pleased, to be reconciled to us,
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and to admit us into his presence, and give us hopes to see his face with joy to all eternity? 'tis this,
and to admit us into his presence, and give us hope's to see his face with joy to all eternity? it's this,
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because we have amediator, and they have none:
Because we have amediator, and they have none:
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were it not for that, could we we•p streams of blood from our eyes, yet God would hate and abhor us,
were it not for that, could we we•p streams of blood from our eyes, yet God would hate and abhor us,
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and his wrath would eternally seize upon us.
and his wrath would eternally seize upon us.
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And therefore, though you may rejoyce in inherent holiness, yet let your hearts especially be upon the perfect holiness of Jesus Christ,
And Therefore, though you may rejoice in inherent holiness, yet let your hearts especially be upon the perfect holiness of jesus christ,
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and tender up that to God:
and tender up that to God:
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and though thou hast much uncleanness in thy self and in thy duties (for alas what is it for us to tender duty to the holy God) yet let this comfort thee, thou hast not to deal with God in thy selfe, but through Christ;
and though thou hast much uncleanness in thy self and in thy duties (for alas what is it for us to tender duty to the holy God) yet let this Comfort thee, thou hast not to deal with God in thy self, but through christ;
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and in him thou hast liberty to come, and mayst look upon Gods face with boldness;
and in him thou hast liberty to come, and Mayest look upon God's face with boldness;
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this is the great mystery of godliness, revealed in the Gospel, that notwithstanding the infiniteness of Gods holiness,
this is the great mystery of godliness, revealed in the Gospel, that notwithstanding the infiniteness of God's holiness,
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yet there should be a way for us polluted creatures to look upon this God with joy:
yet there should be a Way for us polluted creatures to look upon this God with joy:
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This mysterie is onely taught in the Gospel. Though men now think they can come and crie to God for mercy;
This mystery is only taught in the Gospel. Though men now think they can come and cry to God for mercy;
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yet hereafter when God shall let out the brightness of his holiness to thee, and thou comest to see thy uncleanness,
yet hereafter when God shall let out the brightness of his holiness to thee, and thou Comest to see thy uncleanness,
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then thy heart will finke downe in eternal despaire; thou wilt not endure to behold God then:
then thy heart will fink down in Eternal despair; thou wilt not endure to behold God then:
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And if thou beest not acquainted with God in this way of reconciliation, thou art undone forever;
And if thou Best not acquainted with God in this Way of reconciliation, thou art undone forever;
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therefore study the mysterie of the Gospel, and make use of Christ, that the glory of Gods holiness may not be to thy terrour, but to thy comfort.
Therefore study the mystery of the Gospel, and make use of christ, that the glory of God's holiness may not be to thy terror, but to thy Comfort.
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This Sermon was preacht March 21. 1640.This Sermon was preached March 21. 1640.
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COLOS. 3. V. 11. But Christ is all, and in all. COLOS. 3. V. 11. But christ is all, and in all.
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IT is not long since (as some of you may remember) that in this place that subject was handled of the Saints enjoyment of God, to be all in all, out of 1 Cor. 15. v. 18. and then I told you we had such an expression in Scripture but onely twice:
IT is not long since (as Some of you may Remember) that in this place that Subject was handled of the Saints enjoyment of God, to be all in all, out of 1 Cor. 15. v. 18. and then I told you we had such an expression in Scripture but only twice:
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applied to God in the happiness of the Saints enjoyjoyment of him in Heaven, and applied here to Christ, of what Christ is to them for the present.
applied to God in the happiness of the Saints enjoyjoyment of him in Heaven, and applied Here to christ, of what christ is to them for the present.
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That which was handled about Gods being all in all, is the end:
That which was handled about God's being all in all, is the end:
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this that is to be delivered concerning Christ being all in all, is that which brings the soul to that blessed end.
this that is to be Delivered Concerning christ being all in all, is that which brings the soul to that blessed end.
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Wherefore then as Christ himself saies, John 14.1. Ye believe in God, believe also in me.
Wherefore then as christ himself Says, John 14.1. You believe in God, believe also in me.
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so I say, as God shal be all in all eternally to the Saints, do you believe in that? believe also in this, that I am to deliver to you this day, that Christ he is all, and in all.
so I say, as God shall be all in all eternally to the Saints, do you believe in that? believe also in this, that I am to deliver to you this day, that christ he is all, and in all.
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The Apostle St. Paul was chosen a vessel to bear the name of Christ, to carry it up and down in the world:
The Apostle Saint Paul was chosen a vessel to bear the name of christ, to carry it up and down in the world:
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and indeed his spirit was full of Christ, he desired to know nothing but Christ, to preach nothing but Christ, to be found in none but Christ:
and indeed his Spirit was full of christ, he desired to know nothing but christ, to preach nothing but christ, to be found in none but christ:
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the very name of Christ was delightfull to him: he seeks in all his Epistles to magnifie Christ;
the very name of christ was delightful to him: he seeks in all his Epistles to magnify christ;
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and in these words (that I have read unto you) he doth omnifie Christ;
and in these words (that I have read unto you) he does omnify christ;
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he makes him not onely great, but makes him all.
he makes him not only great, but makes him all.
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There is neither Greek nor Jew, circumcision nor uncircumcision, Barbarian, Scythian, bond nor free, but Christ is all and in all: There is neither Greek nor Jew, circumcision nor uncircumcision, Barbarian, Scythian, bound nor free, but christ is all and in all:
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that is, there is no priviledge in the one to commend them to God, and no want of any thing in the other to hinder them from God;
that is, there is no privilege in the one to commend them to God, and no want of any thing in the other to hinder them from God;
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let men be what they wil in their outward respects, what is that to God? let them be never so mean in regard of all outwards, that cannot hinder them from the enjoyment of God:
let men be what they will in their outward respects, what is that to God? let them be never so mean in regard of all outward, that cannot hinder them from the enjoyment of God:
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for God lookes not at these things, but Christ is all, and in all to them;
for God looks not At these things, but christ is all, and in all to them;
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so far as God seeth Christ in any, he accepts of them: if Christ be not there, whatever they have, he regards them not.
so Far as God sees christ in any, he accepts of them: if christ be not there, whatever they have, he regards them not.
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Christ is all in all, even in the esteem of the Father himselfe:
christ is all in all, even in the esteem of the Father himself:
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he was the delight of the father from all eternity, Prov. 8 30. and the father took infinite contentment in him upon his willingness to undertake this blessed work of the redemption of mankind.
he was the delight of the father from all eternity, Curae 8 30. and the father took infinite contentment in him upon his willingness to undertake this blessed work of the redemption of mankind.
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God the father is infinitely satisfied in Christ, he is all in all to him:
God the father is infinitely satisfied in christ, he is all in all to him:
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Surely if Christ be an object sufficient for the satisfaction of the father, much more then is he an object sufficient for the satisfaction of any soul.
Surely if christ be an Object sufficient for the satisfaction of the father, much more then is he an Object sufficient for the satisfaction of any soul.
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But for that which is the main scope here of the holy Ghost in this high expression of Christs transcendent excellency (that I may come presently to it) I shall deliver it in this doctrinall proposition, That Chrst is the only means of conveyance of all good that God the Father intends to communicate unto the children of men, in order to eternal life;
But for that which is the main scope Here of the holy Ghost in this high expression of Christ transcendent excellency (that I may come presently to it) I shall deliver it in this doctrinal proposition, That Christ is the only means of conveyance of all good that God the Father intends to communicate unto the children of men, in order to Eternal life;
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he is all, and in all. he is all, and in all.
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This that I am now to preach unto you, namely, Gods comunicating of himselfe in his mercy to mankinde, through a mediatour, it is the very sum of the Gospel, the great mysterie of godliness, 'tis the chiefe part of the mind & counsel of God, that he would have made known to the ohildren of men in this world.
This that I am now to preach unto you, namely, God's Communicating of himself in his mercy to mankind, through a Mediator, it is the very sum of the Gospel, the great mystery of godliness, it's the chief part of the mind & counsel of God, that he would have made known to the ohildren of men in this world.
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This is the great embassage that the ministers of the Gospel have to bring unto the sons and daughters of men,
This is the great Embassy that the Ministers of the Gospel have to bring unto the Sons and daughters of men,
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& 'tis the most absolutely necessary point in all divinity.
& it's the most absolutely necessary point in all divinity.
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I suppose in the first hearing of it, every one yields to the truth of it;
I suppose in the First hearing of it, every one yields to the truth of it;
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'tis true, you will say, we can have no good from God, but in and by Christ.
it's true, you will say, we can have no good from God, but in and by christ.
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Well, there is a great deal in that you say, when you say all must come from God in Christ:
Well, there is a great deal in that you say, when you say all must come from God in christ:
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in all your Prayers and Petitions you usually conclude them, through Jesus Christ, but certainly this is many a time spoken when we see little of the glory of God that there is in such an expression:
in all your Prayers and Petitions you usually conclude them, through jesus christ, but Certainly this is many a time spoken when we see little of the glory of God that there is in such an expression:
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& that which I shal this day endevour, shal be to shew you somewhat of the glory of God shining in this truth, that God doth communicate himselfe through a Mediatour, through his Son. This is the great point of Divinity that is absolutely necessary to be known to eternal life:
& that which I shall this day endeavour, shall be to show you somewhat of the glory of God shining in this truth, that God does communicate himself through a Mediator, through his Son. This is the great point of Divinity that is absolutely necessary to be known to Eternal life:
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it is possible to be ignorant of many other truths, and yet be saved: but there must be some knowledge of this, or there can be no salvation:
it is possible to be ignorant of many other truths, and yet be saved: but there must be Some knowledge of this, or there can be no salvation:
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the mistake in this very thing is the miscarriage, and the eternal undoing of thousand thousands of souls;
the mistake in this very thing is the miscarriage, and the Eternal undoing of thousand thousands of Souls;
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many there are who believe that they have need of, and can never be saved but by Gods mercy,
many there Are who believe that they have need of, and can never be saved but by God's mercy,
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and this the light of nature convinceth us of:
and this the Light of nature Convinces us of:
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but that God is to communicate his mercy through a Mediator, this they are ignorant of,
but that God is to communicate his mercy through a Mediator, this they Are ignorant of,
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and see not into the reallity of this truth;
and see not into the reality of this truth;
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and miscarry and perish eternally with cryes to God for mercy, because they come to God, but not through a Mediator.
and miscarry and perish eternally with cries to God for mercy, Because they come to God, but not through a Mediator.
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This is the sum of the Gospel, and the most supernatural truth revealed in all the book of God.
This is the sum of the Gospel, and the most supernatural truth revealed in all the book of God.
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It is a truth that was hidden almost from all the world for many ages; the Scripture saith, The Princes of the world knew it not.
It is a truth that was hidden almost from all the world for many ages; the Scripture Says, The Princes of the world knew it not.
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A truth we are not able to understand any thing of by the light of nature. 1 Cor. 1.21. The world by wisdome knew not God, that is, by all their arts and sciences, by all their natural wisdome, they knew not God savingly;
A truth we Are not able to understand any thing of by the Light of nature. 1 Cor. 1.21. The world by Wisdom knew not God, that is, by all their arts and sciences, by all their natural Wisdom, they knew not God savingly;
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they did not know God in Christ. There is no footsteps of this truth in all the works of creation or providence; therefore in Ephes. 3.8. Saint Paul sayes, he was appointed to Preach the unsearchable riches of Christ;
they did not know God in christ. There is no footsteps of this truth in all the works of creation or providence; Therefore in Ephesians 3.8. Saint Paul Says, he was appointed to Preach the unsearchable riches of christ;
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that riches that hath no footsteps: that is the propriety of the word; there is no footsteps of the riches of the Gospel in the creature;
that riches that hath no footsteps: that is the propriety of the word; there is no footsteps of the riches of the Gospel in the creature;
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therefore you cannot trace it there;
Therefore you cannot trace it there;
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whereas many other points of Religion have many footsteps in the creature, and by the light of nature much may be discovered about God:
whereas many other points of Religion have many footsteps in the creature, and by the Light of nature much may be discovered about God:
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as that all our good consists in communion with God, and when we have offended God, we must seek to him for pardon and mercy, and the like:
as that all our good consists in communion with God, and when we have offended God, we must seek to him for pardon and mercy, and the like:
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But that God communicates himself through Christ, and that not one drop of mercy in order to eternal life can be communicated from God,
But that God communicates himself through christ, and that not one drop of mercy in order to Eternal life can be communicated from God,
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but through Christ the Mediator, of this there is not one foot-step in all the workes of God.
but through christ the Mediator, of this there is not one footstep in all the works of God.
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This is that which is so supernatural, that 'tis above perfect nature. Adam knew nothing of this in his perfect estate.
This is that which is so supernatural, that it's above perfect nature. Adam knew nothing of this in his perfect estate.
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Yea this is that which the Angels themselves desire to pry into, looking upon it as a mighty depth. 1 Peter 1.12.
Yea this is that which the Angels themselves desire to pry into, looking upon it as a mighty depth. 1 Peter 1.12.
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the Angels stoop down (for so the word signifieth) 'tis as if a thing should lie in a deep pit,
the Angels stoop down (for so the word signifies) it's as if a thing should lie in a deep pit,
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and when any would see it, they stoop down with their bodies to pry into the pit:
and when any would see it, they stoop down with their bodies to pry into the pit:
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that's the propriety of the word:
that's the propriety of the word:
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so the Angels they see a mighty depth in the mystery of the Gospel, and they stoop downe to pry into it, that they may know what it is.
so the Angels they see a mighty depth in the mystery of the Gospel, and they stoop down to pry into it, that they may know what it is.
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Yea this is that which requires a worke of the spirit, beyond the ordinary work of the spirit of God, to reveale it to the soul, 1 Cor. 2.10. speaking there of the mystery of the Gospel, sayes the Apostle, The spirit that searcheth the deep things of God, &c. discovers this;
Yea this is that which requires a work of the Spirit, beyond the ordinary work of the Spirit of God, to reveal it to the soul, 1 Cor. 2.10. speaking there of the mystery of the Gospel, Says the Apostle, The Spirit that Searches the deep things of God, etc. discovers this;
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that is, the spirit of God in an extraordinary worke of his, as he is a spirit searching the deep things of God,
that is, the Spirit of God in an extraordinary work of his, as he is a Spirit searching the deep things of God,
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so he is a discovering spirit of this truth unto us: and therefore seeing it is thus, it is not so light to be past over.
so he is a discovering Spirit of this truth unto us: and Therefore seeing it is thus, it is not so Light to be passed over.
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I, you will say, 'tis true, all must come through Jesus Christ:
I, you will say, it's true, all must come through jesus christ:
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well, you see a little at first, but there is much more in this truth then we are aware of.
well, you see a little At First, but there is much more in this truth then we Are aware of.
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'Tis a truth that is the most profitable of all the truths contained in the book of God:
It's a truth that is the most profitable of all the truths contained in the book of God:
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there is no growing up in godlinesse till we come to know God in Christ:
there is no growing up in godliness till we come to know God in christ:
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the knowledge of God is something to worke upon the heart, and many labour against their sinne because they see it is against the law of God,
the knowledge of God is something to work upon the heart, and many labour against their sin Because they see it is against the law of God,
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and set upon duties because God requires them; and this is well;
and Set upon duties Because God requires them; and this is well;
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but till they come to understand indeed the mystery of the Gospel of Gods letting himselfe out unto his people through a Mediator, they doe but bungle in the wayes of godlinesse, they doe not thrive and grow up in them;
but till they come to understand indeed the mystery of the Gospel of God's letting himself out unto his people through a Mediator, they do but bungle in the ways of godliness, they do not thrive and grow up in them;
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and therefore those Christians that live under such a Ministry, where, though they have many good truths revealed to them,
and Therefore those Christians that live under such a Ministry, where, though they have many good truths revealed to them,
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yet having but little of the mystery of Christ, as the Mediator, their way of Christianity is very low, they doe not sanctifie God in their conversation.
yet having but little of the mystery of christ, as the Mediator, their Way of Christianity is very low, they do not sanctify God in their Conversation.
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I remember a speech that Erasmus hath when they would have had him write against Luther, and promised him a great Bishoprick for it;
I Remember a speech that Erasmus hath when they would have had him write against Luther, and promised him a great Bishopric for it;
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he answers, Luther is greater, then that I can write against him;
he answers, Luther is greater, then that I can write against him;
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for I am instructed more in one small page of Luther, then out of whole Thomas Aquinas, that was the great Schoolman.for I am instructed more in one small page of Luther, then out of Whole Thomas Aquinas, that was the great Schoolman.
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So certainly the understanding but some one truth, some one sentence in the mystery of the Gospel, in this way of Gods communication of himselfe unto us through his Christ, doth instruct the soul,
So Certainly the understanding but Some one truth, Some one sentence in the mystery of the Gospel, in this Way of God's communication of himself unto us through his christ, does instruct the soul,
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and cause it to thrive and grow up in godlinesse abundantly more then thousands of Sermons about meer moralities:
and cause it to thrive and grow up in godliness abundantly more then thousands of Sermons about mere moralities:
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and you have a most admirable Text for this, Ephes. 3.17.
and you have a most admirable Text for this, Ephesians 3.17.
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and so on, That Christ may dwell in your hearts by faith, that ye being rooted and grounded in love, may be able to comprehend with all Saints, what is the breadth,
and so on, That christ may dwell in your hearts by faith, that you being rooted and grounded in love, may be able to comprehend with all Saints, what is the breadth,
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and length, and depth, and height, and to know the love of Christ, which passeth knowledge: and length, and depth, and height, and to know the love of christ, which passes knowledge:
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mark what followes, That ye might be filled with all the fullnesse of God, v. 19. By coming to know God in Christ, that is, to know Christ to be the way of Gods communicating himselfe unto us, we come to be filled with all the fulnesse of God:
mark what follows, That you might be filled with all the fullness of God, v. 19. By coming to know God in christ, that is, to know christ to be the Way of God's communicating himself unto us, we come to be filled with all the fullness of God:
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many Christians their hearts are very scant and empty, there is not a fulnesse in their spirits;
many Christians their hearts Are very scant and empty, there is not a fullness in their spirits;
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and all because they know so little of God in Christ, in this mystery of the Gospel.
and all Because they know so little of God in christ, in this mystery of the Gospel.
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Lastly, there is no truth revealed in all the Scriptures whereby we can honour God so much as by this:
Lastly, there is no truth revealed in all the Scriptures whereby we can honour God so much as by this:
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this indeed is the great honour that God would have in the world, to be honoured in his Son,
this indeed is the great honour that God would have in the world, to be honoured in his Son,
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and in the great designe he hath of bringing forth glorious things by his Son:
and in the great Design he hath of bringing forth glorious things by his Son:
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and therefore though we know never so much of God, and would honour him meerely as the Creator of Heaven and Earth,
and Therefore though we know never so much of God, and would honour him merely as the Creator of Heaven and Earth,
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yet God doth not accept of that honour, that is but to honour him in a natural way;
yet God does not accept of that honour, that is but to honour him in a natural Way;
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we never know what it is to honour God aright, so as to be accepted of him, till we come to honour him in an Evangelical way, to honour him in his Son:
we never know what it is to honour God aright, so as to be accepted of him, till we come to honour him in an Evangelical Way, to honour him in his Son:
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and yet the greatest honour he hath from most in the world, yea from multitudes in the very Church of God, that heare the mystery of Christ opened to them, is tendred up to him meerly in a natural way,
and yet the greatest honour he hath from most in the world, yea from Multitudes in the very Church of God, that hear the mystery of christ opened to them, is tendered up to him merely in a natural Way,
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and not in this spiritual Evangelical service of God. You see now the consequence of the point, let us then fall to it.
and not in this spiritual Evangelical service of God. You see now the consequence of the point, let us then fallen to it.
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And First I shall shew you the truth of it in Scripture.
And First I shall show you the truth of it in Scripture.
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And Secondly how it comes to passe that there can be no good communicated to us from God in order to eternal life but by Christ.
And Secondly how it comes to pass that there can be no good communicated to us from God in order to Eternal life but by christ.
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And Thirdly, how Christ comes to be the meanes and way of conveyance of all good unto us from the Father.
And Thirdly, how christ comes to be the means and Way of conveyance of all good unto us from the Father.
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Fourthly, I shall instance in some special things, great things wherein most of the goodnesse of God is communicated to us,
Fourthly, I shall instance in Some special things, great things wherein most of the Goodness of God is communicated to us,
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and shew you how in them Christ is all in all to us.
and show you how in them christ is all in all to us.
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And Fifthly the reasons why God will have this way of communication of himselfe unto us through his Son,
And Fifthly the Reasons why God will have this Way of communication of himself unto us through his Son,
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why he will not communicate himselfe immediatly to us, but through a Mediator; these are the five things for the doctrinal part.
why he will not communicate himself immediately to us, but through a Mediator; these Are the five things for the doctrinal part.
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For the first, the course of Scripture especially of the new Testament runs this way; you know that of Christ, John 14.6. I am the way, the truth and the life;
For the First, the course of Scripture especially of the new Testament runs this Way; you know that of christ, John 14.6. I am the Way, the truth and the life;
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no man cometh unto the Father but by me; no man comes unto the Father but by me;
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there is no coming to the Father but by Christ, and Christ he is the way: and that in 1 Cor. 3. at the latter end, sayes the Apostle there:
there is no coming to the Father but by christ, and christ he is the Way: and that in 1 Cor. 3. At the latter end, Says the Apostle there:
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All things are yours, whether •aul, or Apollo, or Cephas, or the world, or life, or death, or things present, or things to come, all are yours. All things Are yours, whither •aul, or Apollo, or Cephas, or the world, or life, or death, or things present, or things to come, all Are yours.
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How is that? marke, All are yours, and ye are Christs, and Christ is Gods:
How is that? mark, All Are yours, and you Are Christ, and christ is God's:
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God the Father he is the principle of all good; all firstly comes from him, but it comes not from him immediately:
God the Father he is the principle of all good; all firstly comes from him, but it comes not from him immediately:
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he doth not say, all are yours, for ye are Gods; because you have an interest in God, therefore all comes to be yours:
he does not say, all Are yours, for you Are God's; Because you have an Interest in God, Therefore all comes to be yours:
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no, but all are yours, and you are Christs, and Christ is Gods; so that you see here now that Christ comes between yours and Gods.
no, but all Are yours, and you Are Christ, and christ is God's; so that you see Here now that christ comes between yours and God's
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All good is in God, true;
All good is in God, true;
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but how shall we come to partake of that good? there is such a distance between these two terms, yours and Gods, that were not Christ in the middle, they would never come together.
but how shall we come to partake of that good? there is such a distance between these two terms, yours and God's, that were not christ in the middle, they would never come together.
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Yea, but Christs coming between, and joyning them together, then all are your, because yee are Christs, and Christ is Gods;
Yea, but Christ coming between, and joining them together, then all Are your, Because ye Are Christ, and christ is God's;
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so that we may take the intent of the Holy Ghost here, in this similitude (though it be too low for the great mystery we are about to expresse.) Conceive God the Father as the fountaine of all good,
so that we may take the intent of the Holy Ghost Here, in this similitude (though it be too low for the great mystery we Are about to express.) Conceive God the Father as the fountain of all good,
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and Christ as it were the Cisterne: and then from him, pipes conveyed to every believer;
and christ as it were the Cistern: and then from him, pipes conveyed to every believer;
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and faith, that sucks at the mouth of every pipe, and drawes from God, but it comes from God through Christ.
and faith, that sucks At the Mouth of every pipe, and draws from God, but it comes from God through christ.
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The Father he fills the Son with all good, and so it comes from the Father through the Son by faith unto the soul of every believer:
The Father he fills the Son with all good, and so it comes from the Father through the Son by faith unto the soul of every believer:
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we have a notable expression further of this mystery in the Epistle to the Ephes. in the second and third Chapters, in Chapter 2. vers. 12. having told them that they had been without hope, and without God in the world;
we have a notable expression further of this mystery in the Epistle to the Ephesians in the second and third Chapters, in Chapter 2. vers. 12. having told them that they had been without hope, and without God in the world;
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but saith he vers. 13. Ye who sometimes were farre off, are made nigh by the blood of Christ:
but Says he vers. 13. You who sometime were Far off, Are made High by the blood of christ:
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It is by the blood of Christ that you have any thing to doe with God; but especially in Ephes. 3.12. In whom we have boldnesse and accesse with confidence by the faith of him, in whom? in Christ, we come to have boldnesse and accesse:
It is by the blood of christ that you have any thing to do with God; but especially in Ephesians 3.12. In whom we have boldness and access with confidence by the faith of him, in whom? in christ, we come to have boldness and access:
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boldnesse, the world signifies liberty of speech that we can come with liberty of speech before God,boldness, the world signifies liberty of speech that we can come with liberty of speech before God,
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and we have accesse: Manuduction, we are led by the hand of Christ to the Father, there is no coming to the Father but by Christ,
and we have access: Manuduction, we Are led by the hand of christ to the Father, there is no coming to the Father but by christ,
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and Christ he takes a believer by the hand and leads him to the Father, and so he comes to have boldnesse:
and christ he Takes a believer by the hand and leads him to the Father, and so he comes to have boldness:
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as if a Traytor should be banished, the Court, and afterwards the Prince should be a meanes of his reconciliation with the King,
as if a Traitor should be banished, the Court, and afterwards the Prince should be a means of his reconciliation with the King,
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and comes and takes the Traytour by the hand, and sayes to him, come, I will lead you in my hand to my father,
and comes and Takes the Traitor by the hand, and Says to him, come, I will led you in my hand to my father,
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and though you have provoked him, yet being in my hand, you need not be afraid,
and though you have provoked him, yet being in my hand, you need not be afraid,
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but may goe to him with boldnesse and confidence.
but may go to him with boldness and confidence.
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Just the meaning of the Text here, In Christ we have boldnesse and accesse with confidence;
Just the meaning of the Text Here, In christ we have boldness and access with confidence;
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and although before there was a dreadful breach between the Father and us, yet being led by the hand of Christ there is accesse and freedome of speech for us:
and although before there was a dreadful breach between the Father and us, yet being led by the hand of christ there is access and freedom of speech for us:
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well the truth is cleare enough in the whole tenour of the Gospel.
well the truth is clear enough in the Whole tenor of the Gospel.
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If you would know now how it comes to passe, that though God be in himselfe the fountaine of all goodnesse and infinite mercy;
If you would know now how it comes to pass, that though God be in himself the fountain of all Goodness and infinite mercy;
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that yet there is such a stoppage as it were that there is not one drop of this mercy can be communicated to the children of men but this way? that although we have to deal with God, who in his own nature is infinitely mercifull;
that yet there is such a stoppage as it were that there is not one drop of this mercy can be communicated to the children of men but this Way? that although we have to deal with God, who in his own nature is infinitely merciful;
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yet such is the case with man, and such are the termes between God and man, that there is not, I say, one drop of this infinite Ocean can be expected to come for ever from God,
yet such is the case with man, and such Are the terms between God and man, that there is not, I say, one drop of this infinite Ocean can be expected to come for ever from God,
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but onely this way, It comes to passe thus: First, because of the breach of the first covenant that God made with mankinde;
but only this Way, It comes to pass thus: First, Because of the breach of the First Covenant that God made with mankind;
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for onely men and Angels, humane and angelical nature, are capable of a covenant with God, to speake of a covenant properly:
for only men and Angels, humane and angelical nature, Are capable of a Covenant with God, to speak of a Covenant properly:
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and because they are capable of this way of Gods proceeding with them, God would goe according to the nature of his creature;
and Because they Are capable of this Way of God's proceeding with them, God would go according to the nature of his creature;
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and therefore at first makes a covenant with them, and intended to convey and communicate his goodnesse to them by that Covenant;
and Therefore At First makes a Covenant with them, and intended to convey and communicate his Goodness to them by that Covenant;
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now this Covenant being broken, and so there being a breach between God and man, there is a stoppage made by vertue of that breach:
now this Covenant being broken, and so there being a breach between God and man, there is a stoppage made by virtue of that breach:
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So that there is no good now to be had by vertue of the first Covenant:
So that there is no good now to be had by virtue of the First Covenant:
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and unlesse there be a second, there can be no good at all expected; the first being broken, and we being lost by that.
and unless there be a second, there can be no good At all expected; the First being broken, and we being lost by that.
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And further, there is such an infinite distance between God and us, that there can be no coming together;
And further, there is such an infinite distance between God and us, that there can be no coming together;
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and that not so much in regard of Gods excellency in himselfe, and our meanesse, that we are such poor low creatures,
and that not so much in regard of God's excellency in himself, and our meanness, that we Are such poor low creatures,
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as in regard of the infinitenesse of his holinesse, and our uncleannesse and sinfulnesse, this makes the distance.
as in regard of the infiniteness of his holiness, and our uncleanness and sinfulness, this makes the distance.
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Besides, there is the strength of the Law; the curse of the Law is upon every soul naturally, and that stops:
Beside, there is the strength of the Law; the curse of the Law is upon every soul naturally, and that stops:
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there was never vessel stopt closer to be kept from having a drop of liquor poured into it,
there was never vessel stopped closer to be kept from having a drop of liquour poured into it,
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then the curse of the Law is close upon every soul, to keep mercy from it,
then the curse of the Law is close upon every soul, to keep mercy from it,
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so farre as God lookes upon it meerly in its naturals, and not through his Son.
so Far as God looks upon it merely in its naturals, and not through his Son.
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Then there are the cryes of infinite Justice against men, which must have satisfaction:
Then there Are the cries of infinite justice against men, which must have satisfaction:
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and till Justice be satisfied mercy stirres not, unlesse it be in a way of providing satisfaction unto Justice:
and till justice be satisfied mercy stirs not, unless it be in a Way of providing satisfaction unto justice:
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so that put these together, the breach of the first Covenant, the distance between God and man in regard of Gods holinesse and mans sinfulnesse, the power of the curse of the Law upon man,
so that put these together, the breach of the First Covenant, the distance between God and man in regard of God's holiness and men sinfulness, the power of the curse of the Law upon man,
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and the cryes of divine Justice, that will never be quiet till it hath received satisfaction:
and the cries of divine justice, that will never be quiet till it hath received satisfaction:
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these things being rightly apprehended, we may come to see that we are farre off from receiving mercy from God,
these things being rightly apprehended, we may come to see that we Are Far off from receiving mercy from God,
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though he be an infinite fountaine of mercy, except there be some strange way of conveying it to us.
though he be an infinite fountain of mercy, except there be Some strange Way of conveying it to us.
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We know, according to Gods dealing with the fallen Angels, there is no way of conveying mercy to them,
We know, according to God's dealing with the fallen Angels, there is no Way of conveying mercy to them,
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but they are left to perish for ever:
but they Are left to perish for ever:
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if the thousands of Angels that fell from God should be thousands of thousands of yeares crying out for mercy, they could not obtain one drop:
if the thousands of Angels that fell from God should be thousands of thousands of Years crying out for mercy, they could not obtain one drop:
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why? because there is no Mediator between God and them;
why? Because there is no Mediator between God and them;
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and it would have been our case with them, had there not been a mediator between God and us.
and it would have been our case with them, had there not been a Mediator between God and us.
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Many thinke if they are sensible of their sinnes; and can believe that God is infinitely merciful, they shall doe well enough:
Many think if they Are sensible of their Sins; and can believe that God is infinitely merciful, they shall do well enough:
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but I must tell you, that though there be infinite mercy in God, yet if thou hast no interest in Christ, thou mayest be undone for ever.
but I must tell you, that though there be infinite mercy in God, yet if thou hast no Interest in christ, thou Mayest be undone for ever.
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But how is Christ all in all to us in Gods communication of good to us.
But how is christ all in all to us in God's communication of good to us.
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The first ground of all is the covenant that God the Father made with his Son from all eternity. Therefore in Titus 1.2. the Apostle speakes of the promise that was ••fore the world began.
The First ground of all is the Covenant that God the Father made with his Son from all eternity. Therefore in Titus 1.2. the Apostle speaks of the promise that was ••fore the world began.
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Now this promise can be meant onely of that covenant that past between the Father and the Son:
Now this promise can be meant only of that Covenant that passed between the Father and the Son:
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and therefore sayes the Apostle in 1 Cor. 2 9, 10. Eye hath not seen, nor eare heard,
and Therefore Says the Apostle in 1 Cor. 2 9, 10. Eye hath not seen, nor ear herd,
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neither have entered into the heart of man, the things which God hath prepared for them which love him:
neither have entered into the heart of man, the things which God hath prepared for them which love him:
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but the spirit which searcheth all things, yea the deep things of God, he hath revealed them unto us, that is, the spirit of God in the Gospel discovers what were the eternal thoughts and purposes of God concerning us,but the Spirit which Searches all things, yea the deep things of God, he hath revealed them unto us, that is, the Spirit of God in the Gospel discovers what were the Eternal thoughts and Purposes of God Concerning us,
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and what the transactions were between the Father and the Son in reference to mankinde before the world was.
and what the transactions were between the Father and the Son in Referente to mankind before the world was.
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The covenant now being between the Father and the Son, and the Father requiring in this Covenant satisfaction to infinite divine justice, Christ he yeilds to this.
The Covenant now being between the Father and the Son, and the Father requiring in this Covenant satisfaction to infinite divine Justice, christ he yields to this.
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And therefore in the second place, Christ he actually comes to be the way of conveyance, by taking our nature upon him,
And Therefore in the second place, christ he actually comes to be the Way of conveyance, by taking our nature upon him,
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and so makes us reconcilable to God, by taking humane nature into such a neer union to the divine nature, to the second person in the Trinity;
and so makes us reconcilable to God, by taking humane nature into such a near Union to the divine nature, to the second person in the Trinity;
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so as that there should be but one NONLATINALPHABET, but one person in them both, that there should be a personal union, which is the great mystery of the Gospel.
so as that there should be but one, but one person in them both, that there should be a personal Union, which is the great mystery of the Gospel.
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There are two great mysteries in the Gospel; the one, that there should be divers persons in one nature;
There Are two great Mysteres in the Gospel; the one, that there should be diverse Persons in one nature;
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and this is the mystery of the Trinity: the other that there should be divers natures in one person;
and this is the mystery of the Trinity: the other that there should be diverse nature's in one person;
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and this is the mystery of the hypostatical union of our nature with Christ.
and this is the mystery of the hypostatical Union of our nature with christ.
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So that Christ taking mans nature into such a neer union to himselfe, it was a mighty preparative for God to have thoughts of peace toward humane nature, rather then to the Angels:
So that christ taking men nature into such a near Union to himself, it was a mighty preparative for God to have thoughts of peace towards humane nature, rather then to the Angels:
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and it was one part of his humility, and therefore hath a meritorious efficiency in this work of reconciling God to man. But this was not sufficient.
and it was one part of his humility, and Therefore hath a meritorious efficiency in this work of reconciling God to man. But this was not sufficient.
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Therefore in the third place, Christ was content now to come into the world, and be made the head of a second covenant between God and mankinde;
Therefore in the third place, christ was content now to come into the world, and be made the head of a second Covenant between God and mankind;
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to performe what ever God the Father should require, for the satisfaction of divine Justice:
to perform what ever God the Father should require, for the satisfaction of divine justice:
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so that, look as Adam by being the head of the first covenant, was the meanes of conveying all evil to us:
so that, look as Adam by being the head of the First Covenant, was the means of conveying all evil to us:
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so Christ by being the head of the second covenant, is the meanes of conveying all good to us;
so christ by being the head of the second Covenant, is the means of conveying all good to us;
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by his subjecting to this we come to receive all grace and mercy from God. And it could not have been otherwise;
by his subjecting to this we come to receive all grace and mercy from God. And it could not have been otherwise;
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for though God would have thought of a second covenant, yet if he had left it to us to have performed the termes of it, we should as soon have broken that, as we did the first:
for though God would have Thought of a second Covenant, yet if he had left it to us to have performed the terms of it, we should as soon have broken that, as we did the First:
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but Christ undertaking to be the head of the second covenant, and performing whatever the Father required in it, by his perfect obedience to the Law,
but christ undertaking to be the head of the second Covenant, and performing whatever the Father required in it, by his perfect Obedience to the Law,
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and satisfaction to divine Justice, divine Justice had nothing to lay to the charge of those that Christ undertook to satisfie for:
and satisfaction to divine justice, divine justice had nothing to lay to the charge of those that christ undertook to satisfy for:
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This was a mighty way of Gods letting out his grace and mercy to the souls of Believers;
This was a mighty Way of God's letting out his grace and mercy to the Souls of Believers;
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for what is it that stops the current of his mercy? 'tis the curse of the Law and cryes of divine Justice:
for what is it that stops the current of his mercy? it's the curse of the Law and cries of divine justice:
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but now, Christ undertaking to undergoe that curse, and to satisfie divine Justice, God hath as much honour now by his suffering,
but now, christ undertaking to undergo that curse, and to satisfy divine justice, God hath as much honour now by his suffering,
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as he had dishonour by mans sinning: so that mans sinne is made up in this;
as he had dishonour by men sinning: so that men sin is made up in this;
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and that is it Justice requires.
and that is it justice requires.
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I have had dishonour by sinne, sayes Justice, I must have this dishonour made up by suffering,
I have had dishonour by sin, Says justice, I must have this dishonour made up by suffering,
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and so much suffering as in which I must have as much honour as I had before dishonour in sinning.
and so much suffering as in which I must have as much honour as I had before dishonour in sinning.
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These are the conditions upon which God will be reconciled to man; and upon no other.
These Are the conditions upon which God will be reconciled to man; and upon no other.
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I beseech you consider this, and herein you will see an infinite necessity of Christ: God is with us upon these termes;
I beseech you Consider this, and herein you will see an infinite necessity of christ: God is with us upon these terms;
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sayes God, you have sinned against me and dishonoured me; how doe you think to be delivered? why Lord, thou art merciful:
Says God, you have sinned against me and dishonoured me; how do you think to be Delivered? why Lord, thou art merciful:
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I, sayes God, but I am resolved upon this, I will have as much honour by suffering,
I, Says God, but I am resolved upon this, I will have as much honour by suffering,
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as I had dishonour by sinning.
as I had dishonour by sinning.
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And Lord, what would have become of us, if we had been left to make up this breach? This is the very reason why the damned in hell are there eternally,
And Lord, what would have become of us, if we had been left to make up this breach? This is the very reason why the damned in hell Are there eternally,
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because they are there upon these termes;
Because they Are there upon these terms;
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sayes God, I am infinite, and I am dishonoured, and there they must lie, till I have as much honour by their suffering as I had dishonour by their sinning.
Says God, I am infinite, and I am dishonoured, and there they must lie, till I have as much honour by their suffering as I had dishonour by their sinning.
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Now after they have been there thousands of thousands of yeares, still the honour of God calls for more:
Now After they have been there thousands of thousands of Years, still the honour of God calls for more:
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and therefore they must lie there for ever.
and Therefore they must lie there for ever.
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But now Christ who is the great Saviour, he comes and entering into covenant with God,
But now christ who is the great Saviour, he comes and entering into Covenant with God,
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and fulfilling that Covenant, he layes down God such a price, that God shall have as much honour in his suffering for sinne,
and fulfilling that Covenant, he lays down God such a price, that God shall have as much honour in his suffering for sin,
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as he had dishonour before in the commiting of sinne.
as he had dishonour before in the committing of sin.
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Now this being done, the current of mercy being unstopt, and the passages of it opened,
Now this being done, the current of mercy being unstopped, and the passages of it opened,
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and God being infinite in grace and mercy in himselfe, what a glorious way is made for the streames of his mercy to issue and flow forth to the children of men!
and God being infinite in grace and mercy in himself, what a glorious Way is made for the streams of his mercy to issue and flow forth to the children of men!
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And (take in this one particular more, and then we shall have done with this head) In this we may see, that God in forgiving of sinne,
And (take in this one particular more, and then we shall have done with this head) In this we may see, that God in forgiving of sin,
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and shewing mercy to sinful creatures is just; and goes in a way of Justice, as well as in a way of mercy:
and showing mercy to sinful creatures is just; and Goes in a Way of justice, as well as in a Way of mercy:
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therefore that Text Rom. 3.25, 26. is very observable (a Text that Luther for a while was exceedingly troubled about the meaning of it) Whom God hath s•t forth to be a propitiation, through faith in his blood, to declare his righteousnesse for the remission of sinnes that are past, through the forbearance of God.
Therefore that Text Rom. 3.25, 26. is very observable (a Text that Luther for a while was exceedingly troubled about the meaning of it) Whom God hath s•t forth to be a propitiation, through faith in his blood, to declare his righteousness for the remission of Sins that Are past, through the forbearance of God.
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To declare, I say, at this time his righteousnesse, that he might be just, and the justifier of him which believeth in Jesus. To declare, I say, At this time his righteousness, that he might be just, and the justifier of him which Believeth in jesus.
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This was that which troubled Luther so much, that God should declare his righteousnesse in the remission of sinnes:
This was that which troubled Luther so much, that God should declare his righteousness in the remission of Sins:
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that God declares his mercy every one knowes, but that God declares his righteousnesse, and that Christ is set to be a propitiation, that God might declare his righteousnesse, this may seem strange:
that God declares his mercy every one knows, but that God declares his righteousness, and that christ is Set to be a propitiation, that God might declare his righteousness, this may seem strange:
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and then the Holy Ghost repeats it, To declare I say his righteousnesse:
and then the Holy Ghost repeats it, To declare I say his righteousness:
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as if he should say, confider that God in the pardoning of sinne, doth not onely manifest his grace and mercy,
as if he should say, confider that God in the pardoning of sin, does not only manifest his grace and mercy,
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but declares his righteousnesse, That he might be just, and the justifier of him which believeth in Jesus; Not merciful, but just:
but declares his righteousness, That he might be just, and the justifier of him which Believeth in jesus; Not merciful, but just:
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thus we see what way Christ takes to be the meanes of conveying Gods goodnesse to us;
thus we see what Way christ Takes to be the means of conveying God's Goodness to us;
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by performing the Covenant, and so satisfying divine Justice.
by performing the Covenant, and so satisfying divine justice.
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Lastly, he is the way of conveying good to us, as by his satisfaction, so by his intercession:
Lastly, he is the Way of conveying good to us, as by his satisfaction, so by his Intercession:
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for he is now, and shall for ever be, at the right hand of the Father in glory, making intercession for his people:
for he is now, and shall for ever be, At the right hand of the Father in glory, making Intercession for his people:
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that is, continually presenting before his Father the worke of his mediation, his merits, what he hath done and suffered,
that is, continually presenting before his Father the work of his mediation, his merits, what he hath done and suffered,
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and as it were pleading with his Father for the conveyance of all needful mercy and good unto the souls and bodies of his people whom he hath redeemed.
and as it were pleading with his Father for the conveyance of all needful mercy and good unto the Souls and bodies of his people whom he hath redeemed.
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As if he should every moment eternally speake thus to the Father: Father, behold here is my blood, my merits, my death, all my sufferings;
As if he should every moment eternally speak thus to the Father: Father, behold Here is my blood, my merits, my death, all my sufferings;
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the worke of my humiliation, it is for these; yea for this poor soul, and for that poor soul particularly:
the work of my humiliation, it is for these; yea for this poor soul, and for that poor soul particularly:
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for know that Christ thinks not onely of the lumpe of Believers in the general,
for know that christ thinks not only of the lump of Believers in the general,
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but particularly of every Believer, and is continually presenting before the Father his infinite merits, to plead with him for supply of all grace and mercy to us:
but particularly of every Believer, and is continually presenting before the Father his infinite merits, to plead with him for supply of all grace and mercy to us:
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and thus he comes to be an infinite way of conveyance of good to the souls of his people,
and thus he comes to be an infinite Way of conveyance of good to the Souls of his people,
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and so to be all and in all to them, both here and eternally: that is the third particular;
and so to be all and in all to them, both Here and eternally: that is the third particular;
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how Christ comes to be the way of conveyance.
how christ comes to be the Way of conveyance.
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But now the fourth, and that is, to instance in some special things we have from God,
But now the fourth, and that is, to instance in Some special things we have from God,
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and to manifest that Christ is all in all in those things;
and to manifest that christ is all in all in those things;
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As now first, in the point of justification and the pardon of our sinnes, the acceptation of us as righteous:
As now First, in the point of justification and the pardon of our Sins, the acceptation of us as righteous:
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that is the great thing we stand in need of from God, Christ is all in all to us here:
that is the great thing we stand in need of from God, christ is all in all to us Here:
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this is the tenour of the Gospel, Rom. 3.24. Being justified freely by his grace, through the redemption that is in Jesus Christ.
this is the tenor of the Gospel, Rom. 3.24. Being justified freely by his grace, through the redemption that is in jesus christ.
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Luther hath this expression concerning Justification:Luther hath this expression Concerning Justification:
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sayes he, in the point of Justification, there Christ and faith must be onely put together;
Says he, in the point of Justification, there christ and faith must be only put together;
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they must be alone, and nothing else with them; but in our conversation, there indeed comes in good workes:
they must be alone, and nothing Else with them; but in our Conversation, there indeed comes in good works:
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just as it is between the Bridegroom and the Bride; the Bridegroom and the Bride are alone in the Bride Chamber;
just as it is between the Bridegroom and the Bride; the Bridegroom and the Bride Are alone in the Bride Chamber;
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but when they goe abroad, there they have their traine and servants attending them: so he compares justification to the Bride-Chamber;
but when they go abroad, there they have their train and Servants attending them: so he compares justification to the Bride-Chamber;
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none but Christ and faith must be there;
none but christ and faith must be there;
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but when they come abroad in their conversation, then all other graces attend them, and good workes come in;
but when they come abroad in their Conversation, then all other graces attend them, and good works come in;
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but Christ is all in all here. First, It is not all we have done; no, nor all that we can possibly doe, that can be our justification.
but christ is all in all Here. First, It is not all we have done; no, nor all that we can possibly do, that can be our justification.
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You will say, true, we have for the present done but little:
You will say, true, we have for the present done but little:
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I, but suppose any of you should doe your utmost in any particular that God requires:
I, but suppose any of you should do your utmost in any particular that God requires:
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you will say, I hope if I doe what I can, God will accept it of me:
you will say, I hope if I do what I can, God will accept it of me:
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no, you mistake exceedingly if you thinke so;
no, you mistake exceedingly if you think so;
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people are very apt to look upon God as if the termes between God and them were no other then thus:
people Are very apt to look upon God as if the terms between God and them were no other then thus:
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God he is a pittiful and a mercyful God; and 'tis true, we are weak and can doe but little:
God he is a pitiful and a merciful God; and it's true, we Are weak and can do but little:
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but yet doing what we are able, God he will accept the will for the deed:
but yet doing what we Are able, God he will accept the will for the deed:
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no, God accepts not the will for the deed in point of just•fication.
no, God accepts not the will for the deed in point of just•fication.
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It is true, in those that are already justified, God in the performance of duty accepts the will for the deed,
It is true, in those that Are already justified, God in the performance of duty accepts the will for the deed,
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so as to take delight in them:
so as to take delight in them:
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but in point of justification, as to pardon of sinne, and acceptation to righteousnesse, there he must have perfect obedience;
but in point of justification, as to pardon of sin, and acceptation to righteousness, there he must have perfect Obedience;
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and though we endeavour never so much, yet unlesse we can bring God a perfect righteousnesse, we are undone for ever;
and though we endeavour never so much, yet unless we can bring God a perfect righteousness, we Are undone for ever;
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yea, woe to Abraham, and woe to Isaac, and woe to Jacob, and woe to D••o•d and Daniel, and to all the Prophets and Apostles, notwithstanding all their righteousnesse,
yea, woe to Abraham, and woe to Isaac, and woe to Jacob, and woe to D••o•d and daniel, and to all the prophets and Apostles, notwithstanding all their righteousness,
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if they had not had a righteousnesse beyond what was in themselves;
if they had not had a righteousness beyond what was in themselves;
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If they had not had a perfect righteousnesse to tender to their Father, they had been utterly lost for ever:
If they had not had a perfect righteousness to tender to their Father, they had been utterly lost for ever:
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therefore it is not for thee to rest upon this, that thou doest what thou canst,
Therefore it is not for thee to rest upon this, that thou dost what thou Canst,
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and hast good wishes, and desires, and the like;
and hast good wishes, and Desires, and the like;
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for were all the righteousnesse of all the righteous men that ever were in the world in one man, it would not be sufficient for his justification.
for were all the righteousness of all the righteous men that ever were in the world in one man, it would not be sufficient for his justification.
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I but it may be you will say, True I can doe but little of my selfe,
I but it may be you will say, True I can do but little of my self,
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but if God enable me, then he will accept of me.
but if God enable me, then he will accept of me.
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Nay further, it is not what God enables thee to doe, that can be the formality of thy justification:
Nay further, it is not what God enables thee to do, that can be the formality of thy justification:
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such are the termes between God and thee, that there is nothing thou canst doe of thy selfe,
such Are the terms between God and thee, that there is nothing thou Canst do of thy self,
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or canst be enabled to doe, that is accepted of him for thy righteousnesse to eternal life.
or Canst be enabled to do, that is accepted of him for thy righteousness to Eternal life.
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But it may be said, it is true, though God should enable me, yet there may be imperfections;
But it may be said, it is true, though God should enable me, yet there may be imperfections;
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but God is merciful, and will passe them by:
but God is merciful, and will pass them by:
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therefore I adde another consideration, that it is not onely what thou canst doe, or canst be enabled to doe,
Therefore I add Another consideration, that it is not only what thou Canst do, or Canst be enabled to do,
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but 'tis not Gods mercy added (if barely considered, as the mercy of God as a Creator to his creature,
but it's not God's mercy added (if barely considered, as the mercy of God as a Creator to his creature,
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and not under this consideration through Christ, and accepting a righteousnesse beyond thy own) that can eke out thy justification.
and not under this consideration through christ, and accepting a righteousness beyond thy own) that can eke out thy justification.
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This is a great mistake, many think that that which they have in themselves and what they are able to doe, is but little:
This is a great mistake, many think that that which they have in themselves and what they Are able to do, is but little:
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but when they have done something, if God will come then and adde his mercy to it, that they think will eke it out:
but when they have done something, if God will come then and add his mercy to it, that they think will eke it out:
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no, it is not that and mercy together that is thy justification, I say mercy out of this notion we are speaking of.
no, it is not that and mercy together that is thy justification, I say mercy out of this notion we Are speaking of.
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And that you may understand it yet more clearly, consider it thus:
And that you may understand it yet more clearly, Consider it thus:
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the work of Gods mercy in justification, it is not of this use, that it should be our justification,
the work of God's mercy in justification, it is not of this use, that it should be our justification,
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or should eke out what we are wanting in for our justification;
or should eke out what we Are wanting in for our justification;
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but the work of Gods mercy in justifying a soul is, to take him off from himselfe, to unbottome him,
but the work of God's mercy in justifying a soul is, to take him off from himself, to unbottom him,
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and to make him see and be sensible of his own unrighteousnesse and uncleaness: this is a great and mighty work of Gods mercy.
and to make him see and be sensible of his own unrighteousness and uncleanness: this is a great and mighty work of God's mercy.
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I remember Luther sayes of himselfe, that while he was a Papist, he was not obedient out of worldly respects for a livelyhood, and the like;
I Remember Luther Says of himself, that while he was a Papist, he was not obedient out of worldly respects for a livelihood, and the like;
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but he did what he did out of conscience:
but he did what he did out of conscience:
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and yet sayes he afterward, (after he knew God in Christ) That which I counted gain was losse unto me.
and yet Says he afterwards, (After he knew God in christ) That which I counted gain was loss unto me.
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He did not think it enough to do what he did out of conscience, and that Gods mercy should make up the rest:
He did not think it enough to do what he did out of conscience, and that God's mercy should make up the rest:
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no, he was taken off of that way.
no, he was taken off of that Way.
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'Tis not the work of mercy to doe this, but to discover to the soul a righteousnesse of a higher nature,
It's not the work of mercy to do this, but to discover to the soul a righteousness of a higher nature,
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even of the Mediator God and man;
even of the Mediator God and man;
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and to enable the soul by faith to tender up that righteousnesse to God the Father for satisfaction:
and to enable the soul by faith to tender up that righteousness to God the Father for satisfaction:
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this is the worke of Gods mercy in point of justification.
this is the work of God's mercy in point of justification.
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The mistake of the way of Gods mercy having an influence into our justification is a very dangerous mistake;
The mistake of the Way of God's mercy having an influence into our justification is a very dangerous mistake;
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and we had need be very wary in this great point of justification; for all depends upon it.
and we had need be very wary in this great point of justification; for all depends upon it.
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I remember Luther in this, sayes he, it is an easie matter to say we close with Gods grace,
I Remember Luther in this, Says he, it is an easy matter to say we close with God's grace,
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and the righteousnesse of Christ alone in the point of justification, till the soul be brought to a conflict:
and the righteousness of christ alone in the point of justification, till the soul be brought to a conflict:
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and then 'tis the hardest thing in the world to doe it, and the people of God have found it so in the time of trouble of conscience:
and then it's the Hardest thing in the world to do it, and the people of God have found it so in the time of trouble of conscience:
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that's the first, that Christ is all in all point of justification.
that's the First, that christ is all in all point of justification.
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Secondly, he is all in all in point of Adoption, so sayes the Scripture, Gal. 3.26. For ye are all the children of God by f••th in Christ Jesus;
Secondly, he is all in all in point of Adoption, so Says the Scripture, Gal. 3.26. For you Are all the children of God by f••th in christ jesus;
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and Chapter 4. v. 4, 5. But when the fulnesse of the time was come, God sent forth his Son made of a woman, made under the law, to redeem them that were under the 〈 ◊ 〉, that we might receive the adoption of sons:
and Chapter 4. v. 4, 5. But when the fullness of the time was come, God sent forth his Son made of a woman, made under the law, to Redeem them that were under the 〈 ◊ 〉, that we might receive the adoption of Sons:
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and especially that is very remarkable John 1.12.
and especially that is very remarkable John 1.12.
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But as many as received him, to them he gave power to become the sons of God, But as many as received him, to them he gave power to become the Sons of God,
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even to them that believe on his name. The word translated power, is another word in the greek.even to them that believe on his name. The word translated power, is Another word in the greek.
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— He gave them authority to become the sons of God: 'tis a word that imports more then bare power.
— He gave them Authority to become the Sons of God: it's a word that imports more then bore power.
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Every one will challenge a part in sonship, that they are the children of God; but onely those that are in Christ have authority to challenge it as their due.
Every one will challenge a part in sonship, that they Are the children of God; but only those that Are in christ have Authority to challenge it as their endue.
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If a stranger should say he was the Kings son, and were heire to the Crown, it would cost him his life,
If a stranger should say he was the Kings son, and were heir to the Crown, it would cost him his life,
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because he is none of the Kings son;
Because he is none of the Kings son;
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but if one be delared by Act of Parliament to be the right heire to the Crown,
but if one be declared by Act of Parliament to be the right heir to the Crown,
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then he hath authority to challenge it. 'Tis so here;
then he hath Authority to challenge it. It's so Here;
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when once we come to be in Christ, then we have authority to claime this priviledge, to be the sons of God, and heires of heaven.
when once we come to be in christ, then we have Authority to claim this privilege, to be the Sons of God, and Heirs of heaven.
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And this great privi••dge that is so mightily above us, we have it in Christ, n•• o•ly by way of the redundancy of his merit,
And this great privi••dge that is so mightily above us, we have it in christ, n•• o•ly by Way of the redundancy of his merit,
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but by our union with him, we are married to Christ; and by union of his person, are made one with him;
but by our Union with him, we Are married to christ; and by Union of his person, Are made one with him;
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and so are sons by vertue of his sonshi•: And are therefore sons of God in a higher way then the Angels are;
and so Are Sons by virtue of his sonshi•: And Are Therefore Sons of God in a higher Way then the Angels Are;
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the Angels are sons by creation, but we are the sons of God in Christ, by vertue of our union in his sonship:
the Angels Are Sons by creation, but we Are the Sons of God in christ, by virtue of our Union in his sonship:
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as Christ is the Son of God the second person in Trinity, and we made one ▪ with him,
as christ is the Son of God the second person in Trinity, and we made one ▪ with him,
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so we come to be the sons of God in a mystical way of union with him,
so we come to be the Sons of God in a mystical Way of Union with him,
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and Christ is all in all in that.
and christ is all in all in that.
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And then in point of reconciliation and peace with God, Christ is all in all there, Being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, Rom. 5.1. It is not all the created power in heaven and earth that can bring true peace to a troubled soul:
And then in point of reconciliation and peace with God, christ is all in all there, Being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord jesus christ, Rom. 5.1. It is not all the created power in heaven and earth that can bring true peace to a troubled soul:
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there is no salve for a wounded spirit, but the blood of Christ applyed unto it:
there is no salve for a wounded Spirit, but the blood of christ applied unto it:
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tis he that is the brazen Serpent that is onely able to cure the stings of conscience;
this he that is the brazen Serpent that is only able to cure the stings of conscience;
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Luther sayes, it is a harder matter to comfort an afflicted conscience, then to raise the dead:Luther Says, it is a harder matter to Comfort an afflicted conscience, then to raise the dead:
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few think it so, and wonder what people meane, in being so troubled in conscience as they are:
few think it so, and wonder what people mean, in being so troubled in conscience as they Are:
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I tell you, were there not a mighty redeemer, the conscience of a man or woman could never be pacified that once apprehends the wrath of God against them;
I tell you, were there not a mighty redeemer, the conscience of a man or woman could never be pacified that once apprehends the wrath of God against them;
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so that Christ is all in all there.
so that christ is all in all there.
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And so he is all in all in point of all our sanctification, that is sanctification to life.
And so he is all in all in point of all our sanctification, that is sanctification to life.
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There is a general kinde of sanctification the Scripture speakes of, which comes some way from Christ:
There is a general kind of sanctification the Scripture speaks of, which comes Some Way from christ:
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but now I speake of that sanctification which is our spiritual life. You know what the Scripture sayes, John 3.36. He that believeth on the Son, hath everlasting life; and John 1.16. And of his fulnesse have all we received, and grace for grace.
but now I speak of that sanctification which is our spiritual life. You know what the Scripture Says, John 3.36. He that Believeth on the Son, hath everlasting life; and John 1.16. And of his fullness have all we received, and grace for grace.
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There is the fulnesse of Christ conveyed into the soul:
There is the fullness of christ conveyed into the soul:
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so that our sanctification is not onely from him meritoriously, but efficiently, yea ▪ and in a kinde materially too;
so that our sanctification is not only from him meritoriously, but efficiently, yea ▪ and in a kind materially too;
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for he doth not onely merit it, and work it by his Spirit;
for he does not only merit it, and work it by his Spirit;
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but through our union with him there is a kinde of flowing of sanctification from him into us,
but through our Union with him there is a kind of flowing of sanctification from him into us,
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as the principle of our life; as from the Liver there flowes blood into all the parts of the body;
as the principle of our life; as from the Liver there flows blood into all the parts of the body;
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so through our union with Christ, he having the fulnesse of the Godhead in him, from him as from a fountaine, sanctification flowes into the souls of the Saints:
so through our Union with christ, he having the fullness of the Godhead in him, from him as from a fountain, sanctification flows into the Souls of the Saints:
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their sanctification comes not so much from their strugling, and endeavours, and vowes, and resolutions,
their sanctification comes not so much from their struggling, and endeavours, and vows, and resolutions,
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as it comes flowing to them from their closing with Christ and their union with him;
as it comes flowing to them from their closing with christ and their Union with him;
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there may be a great deal of striving and endeavouring that may be utterly ineffectual,
there may be a great deal of striving and endeavouring that may be utterly ineffectual,
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for want of having recourse unto Christ as the spring and well-head of all grace and holinesse.
for want of having recourse unto christ as the spring and wellhead of all grace and holiness.
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I remember a Germane Divine professeth of himselfe, that before he understood the grace of Christ in the Gospel, he vowed and vowed,
I Remember a Germane Divine Professes of himself, that before he understood the grace of christ in the Gospel, he vowed and vowed,
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and covenanted and covenanted a thousand times, and could never overcome his corruptions, till he understood God letting out of his grace through Christ,
and covenanted and covenanted a thousand times, and could never overcome his corruptions, till he understood God letting out of his grace through christ,
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and then he got strength against them:
and then he god strength against them:
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and the reason why we faile in point of sanctification is, because we think to get it all by maine strength;
and the reason why we fail in point of sanctification is, Because we think to get it all by main strength;
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but the ready way is to close with Christ by faith, and then there will flow in life and grace to the soul:
but the ready Way is to close with christ by faith, and then there will flow in life and grace to the soul:
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there may be many moralities by the light of nature, and the remainders of that light left in us;
there may be many moralities by the Light of nature, and the remainders of that Light left in us;
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but that is not the sanctification that is to life.
but that is not the sanctification that is to life.
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And hence it is, that there is so much beauty and glory in the sanctification of the Saints,
And hence it is, that there is so much beauty and glory in the sanctification of the Saints,
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because Christ is all in all in it;
Because christ is all in all in it;
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and that there is such power and strength in it, because it is of the strength of Christ;
and that there is such power and strength in it, Because it is of the strength of christ;
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for Christ is all in all in it. And hence it is of an abiding nature, and an immortal seed;
for christ is all in all in it. And hence it is of an abiding nature, and an immortal seed;
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And therefore of a higher nature then that of Adams in innocency: that was lost, but so cannot this;
And Therefore of a higher nature then that of Adams in innocency: that was lost, but so cannot this;
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because Christ is all in all in it; so that Christ is all in all in our sanctification likewise.
Because christ is all in all in it; so that christ is all in all in our sanctification likewise.
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Again, he is all in all in the want of all things, whatsoever we want:
Again, he is all in all in the want of all things, whatsoever we want:
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doe we want grace, doe we want gifts, doe we want outward comforts in the World? there is enough in Christ:
do we want grace, do we want Gifts, do we want outward comforts in the World? there is enough in christ:
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it is Christ that is in stead of all, that is better then all, and that will supply all in his due time.
it is christ that is in stead of all, that is better then all, and that will supply all in his due time.
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Those that know Christ, and have acquaintance with him, though they have this and that comfort taken from them,
Those that know christ, and have acquaintance with him, though they have this and that Comfort taken from them,
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yet they know how to make supply out of Christ:
yet they know how to make supply out of christ:
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they have that skill, and art, and mystery of godlinesse, that they can make Christ to be all in all in the want of all:
they have that skill, and art, and mystery of godliness, that they can make christ to be all in all in the want of all:
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and it is a great skill and mystery of godlinesse, to know how to make up all in Christ in the want of all.
and it is a great skill and mystery of godliness, to know how to make up all in christ in the want of all.
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Again, Christ to the Saints is all in all in the enjoyment of all:
Again, christ to the Saints is all in all in the enjoyment of all:
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when they enjoy never so much of creature comforts, Christ is all in all in them;
when they enjoy never so much of creature comforts, christ is all in all in them;
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the satisfaction that their soules have, is not so much that they have the cre•tures, that they have larger estates, more friends, greater comforts then others;
the satisfaction that their Souls have, is not so much that they have the cre•tures, that they have larger estates, more Friends, greater comforts then Others;
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but in this, that they know how to enjoy Christ in all, and can look upon it as a fruit of the Covenant that God hath made with them in Christ;
but in this, that they know how to enjoy christ in all, and can look upon it as a fruit of the Covenant that God hath made with them in christ;
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and as coming from the fountaine of Gods eternal love and mercy in his Son. Zech. 9.11. God saies there, As for thee also, •y the blood of thy Covenant, I have sent forth thy prisoners •ut of the pit wherein is no water.
and as coming from the fountain of God's Eternal love and mercy in his Son. Zechariah 9.11. God Says there, As for thee also, •y the blood of thy Covenant, I have sent forth thy Prisoners •ut of the pit wherein is no water.
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That which is spoken there of the deliverance of the prisoners, may be applied to all the mercies that a believer enjoyes:
That which is spoken there of the deliverance of the Prisoners, may be applied to all the Mercies that a believer enjoys:
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whatever deliverance he hath from evil, whatever good he is possessed of, it is by the blood of the Covenant;
whatever deliverance he hath from evil, whatever good he is possessed of, it is by the blood of the Covenant;
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a believer can look upon every bit of meat he hath, and upon all the good he enjoyes,
a believer can look upon every bit of meat he hath, and upon all the good he enjoys,
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and see it all come streaming to him in the blood of Christ; and so it comes abundantly the sweeter.
and see it all come streaming to him in the blood of christ; and so it comes abundantly the Sweeten.
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As tis with the Sun, when it shines through the aire it is not so warme,
As this with the Sun, when it shines through the air it is not so warm,
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as when it shines through a burning-glasse.
as when it shines through a burning-glass.
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Take a burning-glasse, and hold it between you and the Sun, and the glasse will contract the beames of the Sunne,
Take a burning-glass, and hold it between you and the Sun, and the glass will contract the beams of the Sun,
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so that it shall have an efficacy of heat, even to burn again:
so that it shall have an efficacy of heat, even to burn again:
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So the goodnesse of God that comes to people through the general bounty and patience of God, hath not such an efficacy to warme and heat their hearts,
So the Goodness of God that comes to people through the general bounty and patience of God, hath not such an efficacy to warm and heat their hearts,
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and to draw them to God;
and to draw them to God;
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but now, Christ is as it were the burning-glasse, that is held between God and the soule;
but now, christ is as it were the burning-glass, that is held between God and the soul;
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and the mercy coming through this burning-glasse, O how doth it warm and heat outward comforts!
and the mercy coming through this burning-glass, Oh how does it warm and heat outward comforts!
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therefore there is no people in the world can enjoy outward comforts with so much fulnesse of contentment as the people of God doe,
Therefore there is no people in the world can enjoy outward comforts with so much fullness of contentment as the people of God do,
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because they all come to them through Christ. Christ is all in all in the enjoyment of all.
Because they all come to them through christ. christ is all in all in the enjoyment of all.
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And so I might shew you how he will be all in all in Heaven to eternity.
And so I might show you how he will be all in all in Heaven to eternity.
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But to give you one particular more:
But to give you one particular more:
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as he is all in all in the good we have from God, so he is all in all in whatever we tender up to God;
as he is all in all in the good we have from God, so he is all in all in whatever we tender up to God;
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as in descent from God to us, so in ascent from us to God.
as in descent from God to us, so in ascent from us to God.
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Christ must come in there, he must be all in all in our services, let our services be never so good;
christ must come in there, he must be all in all in our services, let our services be never so good;
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yea, though spiritual, yet they must finde acceptance with the Father through Christ. That Text is very remarkable for this, 1 Pet. 2.5. Ye also, as lively stones, are built up a spiritual house, an holy priesthood, to offer up spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God by Jesus Christ;
yea, though spiritual, yet they must find acceptance with the Father through christ. That Text is very remarkable for this, 1 Pet. 2.5. You also, as lively stones, Are built up a spiritual house, an holy priesthood, to offer up spiritual Sacrifices acceptable to God by jesus christ;
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marke, To offer up spiritual Sacrifices. I, but though the sacrifice be spiritual, that is not enough to make it acceptable,
mark, To offer up spiritual Sacrifices. I, but though the sacrifice be spiritual, that is not enough to make it acceptable,
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but Christ he must come in; therefore he addes, acceptable to God by Jesus Christ. Many people offer up sacrifice, and they think that is enough;
but christ he must come in; Therefore he adds, acceptable to God by jesus christ. Many people offer up sacrifice, and they think that is enough;
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but the people of God they rest not only in the duty, no, nor in the spirituality of the duty,
but the people of God they rest not only in the duty, no, nor in the spirituality of the duty,
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though that be counted a great matter:
though that be counted a great matter:
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but they goe one step higher, and so must you in all the duties you tender up to God,
but they go one step higher, and so must you in all the duties you tender up to God,
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and that is, not onely to be careful that your duties be spiritual, but you must tender them to God in the hands of Jesus Christ, and expect acceptance through him.
and that is, not only to be careful that your duties be spiritual, but you must tender them to God in the hands of jesus christ, and expect acceptance through him.
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When thou hast to deal with God in all thy approaches to him, be sure thou doest not omit the work of Faith, in laying hold upon Christ and carrying him along with thee;
When thou hast to deal with God in all thy Approaches to him, be sure thou dost not omit the work of Faith, in laying hold upon christ and carrying him along with thee;
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or else thy service will not be accepted.
or Else thy service will not be accepted.
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We know the sacrifices in the Law, though they were never so good, yet they were not accepted unlesse a man brought them to the Priest,
We know the Sacrifices in the Law, though they were never so good, yet they were not accepted unless a man brought them to the Priest,
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and the Priest he must offer up the sacrifice, and then it was accepted.
and the Priest he must offer up the sacrifice, and then it was accepted.
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Now what was that to signifie to us, but Christs Priestly Office? this is the very work of the Priestly Office of Christ, to take all our sacrifices that we tender up to the Father,
Now what was that to signify to us, but Christ Priestly Office? this is the very work of the Priestly Office of christ, to take all our Sacrifices that we tender up to the Father,
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and to offer them up for us: for we must not presume to offer them our selves;
and to offer them up for us: for we must not presume to offer them our selves;
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and though they offered a sacrifice that was never so good, yet if they did not offer it upon the right Altar, it was not accepted:
and though they offered a sacrifice that was never so good, yet if they did not offer it upon the right Altar, it was not accepted:
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so Christ, he is the right Altar upon which we must offer up all our sacrifices to the Father;
so christ, he is the right Altar upon which we must offer up all our Sacrifices to the Father;
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we must look towards the Temple, towards Christ, in all that goes from us unto God, Christ being all in all for acceptation of our duties.
we must look towards the Temple, towards christ, in all that Goes from us unto God, christ being all in all for acceptation of our duties.
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And thus we have done with the fourth particular, shewing wherein Christ is all in all.
And thus we have done with the fourth particular, showing wherein christ is all in all.
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But now it may be demanded;
But now it may be demanded;
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how it comes to passe that God will have this way of communicating himselfe to mankinde,
how it comes to pass that God will have this Way of communicating himself to mankind,
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and will not goe in that other way, that we by the light of nature and reason would think he should goe? true indeed, we are sinners:
and will not go in that other Way, that we by the Light of nature and reason would think he should go? true indeed, we Are Sinners:
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I, but God is merciful, and we will seek, and cry to him for pardon and mercy, and deliverance from our sins;
I, but God is merciful, and we will seek, and cry to him for pardon and mercy, and deliverance from our Sins;
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and what needs there more? why will not God save us this way? I will not stand now to dispute about the possibility of this,
and what needs there more? why will not God save us this Way? I will not stand now to dispute about the possibility of this,
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but we know this is not the way.
but we know this is not the Way.
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We are therefore now to enquire why God should rather take this strange way, then goe any other way? and indeed it is a wonderful way, if we rightly consider it:
We Are Therefore now to inquire why God should rather take this strange Way, then go any other Way? and indeed it is a wondered Way, if we rightly Consider it:
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there is nothing in the world that works so much upon a mans heart to adore and admire God in the mystery of the Gospel,
there is nothing in the world that works so much upon a men heart to adore and admire God in the mystery of the Gospel,
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as the understanding of this, that God should have a peculiar way of communicating himselfe to man, different from Angels, and from all other creatures:
as the understanding of this, that God should have a peculiar Way of communicating himself to man, different from Angels, and from all other creatures:
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that it must be through the second person in the Trinity;
that it must be through the second person in the Trinity;
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and he must take mans nature upon him, and suffer, and dye, and all the mercy we have must be through him:
and he must take men nature upon him, and suffer, and die, and all the mercy we have must be through him:
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this is a wonderful mystery of godlinesse; and should take up our serious thoughts in the consideration of it.
this is a wondered mystery of godliness; and should take up our serious thoughts in the consideration of it.
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Now if you would know the reason of it;
Now if you would know the reason of it;
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the first is this, That hereby God might manifest to all the children of men, what a dreadful breach their sins had made between God and them:
the First is this, That hereby God might manifest to all the children of men, what a dreadful breach their Sins had made between God and them:
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we cannot imagine any way how the breach between God and man could have been so clearly set out, as by this meanes;
we cannot imagine any Way how the breach between God and man could have been so clearly Set out, as by this means;
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when we understand that such was our condition by nature, and such our apostacy from God, that there was no way of communication of any good from God to us,
when we understand that such was our condition by nature, and such our apostasy from God, that there was no Way of communication of any good from God to us,
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but by this strange and wonderful way of a Mediator between God and man: that he should obey and suffer, and dye for us;
but by this strange and wondered Way of a Mediator between God and man: that he should obey and suffer, and die for us;
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we must needs apprehend now, that certainly there was some mighty difference between God and us:
we must needs apprehend now, that Certainly there was Some mighty difference between God and us:
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and that mans estate was very low, and his condition very desperate, that must have such a remedy as this is.
and that men estate was very low, and his condition very desperate, that must have such a remedy as this is.
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And this is that which God would have men to know, even what that breach is between him and their souls:
And this is that which God would have men to know, even what that breach is between him and their Souls:
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and tis such a breach that few think aright of it.
and this such a breach that few think aright of it.
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If I should open the Law to you, with all its curses, and set the torments of hell before you, all this could not set out the dreadfulnesse of the breach between God and you,
If I should open the Law to you, with all its curses, and Set the torments of hell before you, all this could not Set out the dreadfulness of the breach between God and you,
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so as this point doth, when I tell you that it was such as requires so strange and wonderful a way of Gods being reconciled and pacified towards you.
so as this point does, when I tell you that it was such as requires so strange and wondered a Way of God's being reconciled and pacified towards you.
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Secondly, God takes this way, because he sees it the most advantageous way for the manifestation of his glory;
Secondly, God Takes this Way, Because he sees it the most advantageous Way for the manifestation of his glory;
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first the glory of his mercy:
First the glory of his mercy:
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there is no way that could have been devised by men or Angels to set out the glory of Gods mercy in mans salvation, so as by this way:
there is no Way that could have been devised by men or Angels to Set out the glory of God's mercy in men salvation, so as by this Way:
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if God should have said to mankinde; You poor creatures have sinned against me, but I am merciful and will pardon you;
if God should have said to mankind; You poor creatures have sinned against me, but I am merciful and will pardon you;
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God had been glorious in this:
God had been glorious in this:
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but now there is infinitely more mercy shewed when God shall say, You miscrable creatures have sinned against me;
but now there is infinitely more mercy showed when God shall say, You miscrable creatures have sinned against me;
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and such is your condition, that exceept the Son of my bosome be made a curse for you, there can be no mercy for you:
and such is your condition, that exceept the Son of my bosom be made a curse for you, there can be no mercy for you:
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well I am content that he shall not be spared; but shall be given to be a curse to prepare mercy for you: here is glory indeed.
well I am content that he shall not be spared; but shall be given to be a curse to prepare mercy for you: Here is glory indeed.
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Therefore when Christ was borne, the Angels sung, glory to God in the highest, Luke 2.14.
Therefore when christ was born, the Angels sung, glory to God in the highest, Lycia 2.14.
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As if they had said, this is the highest pitch of the glory of God, in providing such a way of reconciliation with the children of men;
As if they had said, this is the highest pitch of the glory of God, in providing such a Way of reconciliation with the children of men;
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and God was so set upon this work of shewing mercy to mankinde, that though it cost the death of his Son, he would have it,
and God was so Set upon this work of showing mercy to mankind, that though it cost the death of his Son, he would have it,
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and that shewes it to be infinite mercy and love indeed, when it breakes through such mighty difficulties;
and that shows it to be infinite mercy and love indeed, when it breaks through such mighty difficulties;
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there is the glory of his mercy. And then secondly, there is the glory of his Justice:
there is the glory of his mercy. And then secondly, there is the glory of his justice:
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God sets out the glory of his justice here, more then if all mankind had been eternally damned:
God sets out the glory of his Justice Here, more then if all mankind had been eternally damned:
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Gods justice would not have been honoured so much in that as in this way of Gods reconciling man unto himselfe;
God's Justice would not have been honoured so much in that as in this Way of God's reconciling man unto himself;
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and that in these two regards: First, because in Christ Gods Justice is glorified actively; whereas if all men had eternally perished, it should have been glorified but passively:
and that in these two regards: First, Because in christ God's justice is glorified actively; whereas if all men had eternally perished, it should have been glorified but passively:
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and tis more to have it glorified actively, then passively:
and this more to have it glorified actively, then passively:
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and as God delights more in active obedience then in passive, so he delights more in the active glory of his Justice then in the passive, (though there is a kinde of activenesse in suffering and so in Christs suffering:
and as God delights more in active Obedience then in passive, so he delights more in the active glory of his justice then in the passive, (though there is a kind of activeness in suffering and so in Christ suffering:
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therefore that distinction of Active and Passive is needlesse; for his active obedience was passive, and his passive obedience had activenesse in it.)
Therefore that distinction of Active and Passive is needless; for his active Obedience was passive, and his passive Obedience had activeness in it.)
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But Secondly, Gods Justice is now glorified perfectly; the debt is fully paid: whereas if all mankinde had been damned, the debt should have been but a paying,
But Secondly, God's justice is now glorified perfectly; the debt is Fully paid: whereas if all mankind had been damned, the debt should have been but a paying,
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and not have been paid to all eternity.
and not have been paid to all eternity.
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As suppose a poor man oweth a thousand pounds, and he payeth two pence a week, he may be paying of it,
As suppose a poor man owes a thousand pounds, and he payeth two pence a Week, he may be paying of it,
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but cannot pay it all his life:
but cannot pay it all his life:
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but now if a rich man shall come, and at once lay down the money for him, the debt then is paid:
but now if a rich man shall come, and At once lay down the money for him, the debt then is paid:
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and this is a great deale more then if it should have been alwayes paying.
and this is a great deal more then if it should have been always paying.
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So I say, if all mankinde had been damned eternally, God should have had his debt but paying;
So I say, if all mankind had been damned eternally, God should have had his debt but paying;
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but the debt would never have been paid:
but the debt would never have been paid:
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but now Christ comes and layes down the payment at once upon the borde, and asketh Justice whether it hath enough or no;
but now christ comes and lays down the payment At once upon the board, and asks justice whither it hath enough or no;
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so that Justice is more glorified this way. And Thirdly, the infinite glory of his wisdome appeares in reconciling Justice and Mercy together:
so that justice is more glorified this Way. And Thirdly, the infinite glory of his Wisdom appears in reconciling justice and Mercy together:
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that God should be infinitely merciful and just both in one thing; this is that that no Angel in Heaven could ever have imagined:
that God should be infinitely merciful and just both in one thing; this is that that no Angel in Heaven could ever have imagined:
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suppose God should have said thus to all the Angels in Heaven, Mankinde is in a lost and undone condition,
suppose God should have said thus to all the Angels in Heaven, Mankind is in a lost and undone condition,
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yet I am willing to save him, but so as that I will have infinite mercy and justice reconciled:
yet I am willing to save him, but so as that I will have infinite mercy and Justice reconciled:
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if all of them should have gone and consulted together, they could not possibly have told how this should be.
if all of them should have gone and consulted together, they could not possibly have told how this should be.
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Now the infinite wisdome of God, and nothing but infinite wisdome could finde out such a way;
Now the infinite Wisdom of God, and nothing but infinite Wisdom could find out such a Way;
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as that God should be infinitely merciful, and infinitely just too. And Fourthly, the infinitenesse of Gods holinesse is hereby manifested:
as that God should be infinitely merciful, and infinitely just too. And Fourthly, the infiniteness of God's holiness is hereby manifested:
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if God in a general way should have thrown his mercy as it were up and down in the world without any more adoe, Gods holinesse,
if God in a general Way should have thrown his mercy as it were up and down in the world without any more ado, God's holiness,
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and hatered of sinne, would not have appeared as now it doth, when nothing can expiate sinne but the death of his Son;
and hatered of sin, would not have appeared as now it does, when nothing can expiate sin but the death of his Son;
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if God should carry any of you to the brinke of hell, and there let you see all the miseries of the damned,
if God should carry any of you to the brink of hell, and there let you see all the misery's of the damned,
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and hear all their yellings under the fruits of divine wrath, O you would say, how doth God hate sinne!
and hear all their yellings under the fruits of divine wrath, Oh you would say, how does God hate sin!
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but be it known to you, in the sufferings of Christ there is a greater manifestation of Gods hatred of sinne then in all the torments of hell:
but be it known to you, in the sufferings of christ there is a greater manifestation of God's hatred of sin then in all the torments of hell:
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You that would know how insinitely hateful sinne is to God, come and behold Christ, God and man sweltering under the wrath of his Father;
You that would know how infinitely hateful sin is to God, come and behold christ, God and man sweltering under the wrath of his Father;
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look upon him in the garden, sweating drops of blood:
look upon him in the garden, sweating drops of blood:
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come and follow him to the Crosse, and heare him cry out in the bitternesse of his soule that doleful cry, My God, my God,
come and follow him to the Cross, and hear him cry out in the bitterness of his soul that doleful cry, My God, my God,
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why hast thou forsaken me? behold Jesus Christ, God man, who was God blessed for ever, made a curse for sinne, and for thy sinne;why hast thou forsaken me? behold jesus christ, God man, who was God blessed for ever, made a curse for sin, and for thy sin;
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look upon sinne in this glasse, and here see Gods hatred of sinne. There are two glasses wherein we see the evil of sinne;
look upon sin in this glass, and Here see God's hatred of sin. There Are two glasses wherein we see the evil of sin;
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the bright christal glasse of the Law, and the red glasse of the sufferings of Christ:
the bright crystal glass of the Law, and the read glass of the sufferings of christ:
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and this latter doth more fully, more sensibly (I am sure) set out the nature of sinne, and Gods hatred of it:
and this latter does more Fully, more sensibly (I am sure) Set out the nature of sin, and God's hatred of it:
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and by this you may see the meaning of 2 Cor. 3.18. where the Apostle speaking of the mystery of the Gospel sayes, But we all with open face (marke) beholding as in a glasse the glory of the Lord, &c. We behold but Gods back parts in his works:
and by this you may see the meaning of 2 Cor. 3.18. where the Apostle speaking of the mystery of the Gospel Says, But we all with open face (mark) beholding as in a glass the glory of the Lord, etc. We behold but God's back parts in his works:
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as God sayes to Moses; we behold but the footsteps of God in his workes: but when we behold him in Christ, we behold him with open face.
as God Says to Moses; we behold but the footsteps of God in his works: but when we behold him in christ, we behold him with open face.
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Now look what difference there is in knowing a man when we onely see the print of his foot upon sand,
Now look what difference there is in knowing a man when we only see the print of his foot upon sand,
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and when we look him in the face;
and when we look him in the face;
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so much difference there is between the knowing of God and his glory as it shines in the workes of creation,
so much difference there is between the knowing of God and his glory as it shines in the works of creation,
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and as it shines in the face of Christ;
and as it shines in the face of christ;
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that God therefore might manifest his glory, he would not pardon sinne so freely as to say, you have sinned,
that God Therefore might manifest his glory, he would not pardon sin so freely as to say, you have sinned,
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but yet I will pity you, and pardon you, and there is an end; no, though he would pardon sinne, yet he would doe it this way.
but yet I will pity you, and pardon you, and there is an end; no, though he would pardon sin, yet he would do it this Way.
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A Third reason why God would brings things about this way, is this:
A Third reason why God would brings things about this Way, is this:
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because God saw there could be no such way to draw poor sinners to himselfe as this.
Because God saw there could be no such Way to draw poor Sinners to himself as this.
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When God shall reveal to a sinner that he is not onely a merciful God, but that he hath provided such a strange way to convey his mercy:
When God shall reveal to a sinner that he is not only a merciful God, but that he hath provided such a strange Way to convey his mercy:
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this hath a mighty efficacy to draw the soul to God: for the poor soule apprehending its own guiltinesse, and Gods hatred of sin;
this hath a mighty efficacy to draw the soul to God: for the poor soul apprehending its own guiltiness, and God's hatred of since;
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and understanding withal, that the heart of God i• set upon such a way of mercy;
and understanding withal, that the heart of God i• Set upon such a Way of mercy;
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is by this as by a mighty argument prevailed with to draw neer to God in a way of dependance upon him:
is by this as by a mighty argument prevailed with to draw near to God in a Way of dependence upon him:
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for thus will the soul argue, Well, I heare that God, to the end he might let out mercy to poor sinners, hath of his own infinite wisdome provided such a strange way of conveyance as this is;
for thus will the soul argue, Well, I hear that God, to the end he might let out mercy to poor Sinners, hath of his own infinite Wisdom provided such a strange Way of conveyance as this is;
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and when God hath made it appeare by revealing to me the mystery of the Gospel how his heart is set upon this way of shewing mercy to sinners, I conclude now, that the Lord is willing to be reconciled to me,
and when God hath made it appear by revealing to me the mystery of the Gospel how his heart is Set upon this Way of showing mercy to Sinners, I conclude now, that the Lord is willing to be reconciled to me,
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and why then should I be unbelieving any more? why should I have hard thoughts of God any more? why should I remaine in my doubting condition any longer? thou canst not be more desirous of the salvation of thy soul,
and why then should I be unbelieving any more? why should I have hard thoughts of God any more? why should I remain in my doubting condition any longer? thou Canst not be more desirous of the salvation of thy soul,
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then God is of magnifying his grace and mercy:
then God is of magnifying his grace and mercy:
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and God hath done more for thee then thou canst possibly do for the salvation of thy soul.
and God hath done more for thee then thou Canst possibly do for the salvation of thy soul.
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Besides, tis a mighty drawing argument;
Beside, this a mighty drawing argument;
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for by this meanes the infinite distance that conscience apprchended to be between God and the soul, is taken away:
for by this means the infinite distance that conscience apprchended to be between God and the soul, is taken away:
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for when the soul sees it hath to deale with an infinite deity, that is so farre above it, it stands shaking and trembling,
for when the soul sees it hath to deal with an infinite deity, that is so Far above it, it Stands shaking and trembling,
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and dares not draw nigh to God.
and dares not draw High to God.
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What have I to doe, saith the soul, with such a God as this is, who is so infinitely above me? but now when thou knowest that Christ is between God and thee,
What have I to do, Says the soul, with such a God as this is, who is so infinitely above me? but now when thou Knowest that christ is between God and thee,
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then this distance needs not scare thee;
then this distance needs not scare thee;
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yea now all thy guiltinesse and all the filthinesse and pollution of thy soul, and all that the Law hath to say against thee, need be no discouragement to thee,
yea now all thy guiltiness and all the filthiness and pollution of thy soul, and all that the Law hath to say against thee, need be no discouragement to thee,
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when thou seest thou hast to deale with God through Jesus Christ.
when thou See thou hast to deal with God through jesus christ.
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Therefore no soul can stand off and say, how doe I know it belongs to me? doe but take this one rule,
Therefore no soul can stand off and say, how do I know it belongs to me? do but take this one Rule,
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for that there is nothing can inerest the soul in Christ but Christ himselfe: there is no preparation to Christ, but Christ must be all in all in it:
for that there is nothing can inerest the soul in christ but christ himself: there is no preparation to christ, but christ must be all in all in it:
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therefore stand not off, and say, how shall my heart be wrought to these and these preparations,
Therefore stand not off, and say, how shall my heart be wrought to these and these preparations,
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and work thus and thus, before I have part in Christ? no;
and work thus and thus, before I have part in christ? no;
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puzzle not thy selfe about thy preparations, but set before thy soul the mystery of the Gospel in this glorious way of Gods communicating of himself to thee,
puzzle not thy self about thy preparations, but Set before thy soul the mystery of the Gospel in this glorious Way of God's communicating of himself to thee,
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and of reconciling man unto himselfe;
and of reconciling man unto himself;
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and the very efficacy of these truths will have a power upon thy heart to draw thee unto God in this way of reconciliation;
and the very efficacy of these truths will have a power upon thy heart to draw thee unto God in this Way of reconciliation;
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and that is the way of true comfort.
and that is the Way of true Comfort.
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The Gospel it selfe though there be no preparation before, yet hath an efficacy to draw the heart to Christ;
The Gospel it self though there be no preparation before, yet hath an efficacy to draw the heart to christ;
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for Christ is all in all in that.
for christ is all in all in that.
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And doe not say, I am a poor meane creature, I can doe nothing, I cannot remember a Sermon, I cannot pray,
And do not say, I am a poor mean creature, I can do nothing, I cannot Remember a Sermon, I cannot pray,
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or performe any good duty as I ought: why, remember •oul, Christ is all in all:
or perform any good duty as I ought: why, Remember •oul, christ is all in all:
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true, if any thing were required of •hee in the businesse of salvation, it were somewhat;
true, if any thing were required of •hee in the business of salvation, it were somewhat;
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but know •hat God hath laid help upon one who is mighty; therefore •is not thy weaknesse, nor the distance between God and thee, •hat can hinder,
but know •hat God hath laid help upon one who is mighty; Therefore •is not thy weakness, nor the distance between God and thee, •hat can hinder,
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if thou rightly apprehendest God in Christ reconciling the world unto himselfe. Another reason might have been this:
if thou rightly apprehendest God in christ reconciling the world unto himself. another reason might have been this:
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God doth it to indeare his mercy to his Saints for ever;
God does it to endear his mercy to his Saints for ever;
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for indeed nothing indeares Gods mercy to them so much as this, that they see it come to them in such a way of conveyance;
for indeed nothing endears God's mercy to them so much as this, that they see it come to them in such a Way of conveyance;
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and that which will indeare mercy to the Saints in heaven to all eternity, and for which they shall be full of the praises of God, shall not be so much for the good things they enjoy,
and that which will endear mercy to the Saints in heaven to all eternity, and for which they shall be full of the praises of God, shall not be so much for the good things they enjoy,
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as for that strange and wonderful way by which they come to enjoy them.
as for that strange and wondered Way by which they come to enjoy them.
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This I say is that which shall take up the hearts, and be a great part of the work of the glorified Saints in Heaven to all eternity,
This I say is that which shall take up the hearts, and be a great part of the work of the glorified Saints in Heaven to all eternity,
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even their admiring, adoring, and praysing God in Jesus Christ.
even their admiring, adoring, and praising God in jesus christ.
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And then God delights to honour his Son, and that he might set him up, he makes him to be the meanes of conveyance of all good to those he intends it to;
And then God delights to honour his Son, and that he might Set him up, he makes him to be the means of conveyance of all good to those he intends it to;
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as if a King were to honour his Son, what way can he take to doe it more effectually then this, that all the favour he meanes to shew to any shall be only through his Son? so when God the Father would honour his Son, he appoints from all eternity, that all the grace and mercy that any shall have from him, shall be onely through his Son. Therefore as Christ saith, All judgement is committed to the Son, that all men might honour the Son, as they honour the Father:
as if a King were to honour his Son, what Way can he take to do it more effectually then this, that all the favour he means to show to any shall be only through his Son? so when God the Father would honour his Son, he appoints from all eternity, that all the grace and mercy that any shall have from him, shall be only through his Son. Therefore as christ Says, All judgement is committed to the Son, that all men might honour the Son, as they honour the Father:
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So I may say of the work and dispensation of Gods grace, that all is conveyed to Christ,
So I may say of the work and Dispensation of God's grace, that all is conveyed to christ,
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and by him communicated to those that have interest in him, that the Son might be honoured to all eternity.
and by him communicated to those that have Interest in him, that the Son might be honoured to all eternity.
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I shall conclude in a few words of application, to work upon you this that hath been said.
I shall conclude in a few words of application, to work upon you this that hath been said.
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First, if it be thus, let us stand a while and admire at the depths of the councel of God,
First, if it be thus, let us stand a while and admire At the depths of the council of God,
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and the infinite glory of the riches of his grace to mankinde;
and the infinite glory of the riches of his grace to mankind;
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that God should ever have such thoughts towards such poor wormes as we are, that he should not rather have let such despicable creatures eternally perish,
that God should ever have such thoughts towards such poor worms as we Are, that he should not rather have let such despicable creatures eternally perish,
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then goe in such a strange way to shew mercy to them:
then go in such a strange Way to show mercy to them:
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Truly brethren, God hath done more in bringing a poor soul to himselfe then in creating Heaven and Earth:
Truly brothers, God hath done more in bringing a poor soul to himself then in creating Heaven and Earth:
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the work of creating Heaven and Earth is but a low piece of work in comparison of this wondeful way of Gods conveying his grace and mercy to the children of men through his Son:
the work of creating Heaven and Earth is but a low piece of work in comparison of this wondered Way of God's conveying his grace and mercy to the children of men through his Son:
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this is the masterpiece of the workes of God, which he hath already done, or will ever doe to all eternity:
this is the masterpiece of the works of God, which he hath already done, or will ever do to all eternity:
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and God therefore is to be admired and adored in this. We are to glorifie God in every creature;
and God Therefore is to be admired and adored in this. We Are to Glorify God in every creature;
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but how is God to be glorified then in his Son, wherein so much of his glory doth appeare? It it be a sinne for us not to sanctifie the Name of God when we behold his glory in his meanest workes, O what a sinne is it not to sanctifie the Name of God in beholding the mystery of the Gospel and his glory shining in the face of Jesus Christ God, expects (brethren) that those who live under the Gospel, should spend their dayes and thoughts,
but how is God to be glorified then in his Son, wherein so much of his glory does appear? It it be a sin for us not to sanctify the Name of God when we behold his glory in his Meanest works, Oh what a sin is it not to sanctify the Name of God in beholding the mystery of the Gospel and his glory shining in the face of jesus christ God, expects (brothers) that those who live under the Gospel, should spend their days and thoughts,
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and talk, about that glory which he hath manifested in his Son. O you that have such charfy drossy spirits, that can spend your precious thoughts upon such poor things as you doe, know that here is an object to take up your thoughts;
and talk, about that glory which he hath manifested in his Son. O you that have such charfy drossy spirits, that can spend your precious thoughts upon such poor things as you do, know that Here is an Object to take up your thoughts;
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and your sin is abundantly the greater in this, that you spend your thoughts about such vanities,
and your since is abundantly the greater in this, that you spend your thoughts about such vanities,
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when God sets before you so glorious an object to raise up your hearts unto himselfe;
when God sets before you so glorious an Object to raise up your hearts unto himself;
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and you that spend a great deal of your lives in vanity, know that this day you have heard of a truth that above all things in the world should take up your time and thoughts in the contemplation of it.
and you that spend a great deal of your lives in vanity, know that this day you have herd of a truth that above all things in the world should take up your time and thoughts in the contemplation of it.
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And you that have more time and greater estates then others, and are not put upon it to get your bread as others are,
And you that have more time and greater estates then Others, and Are not put upon it to get your bred as Others Are,
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and so have greater opportunities for the worship and service of God, and for searching into his truth,
and so have greater opportunities for the worship and service of God, and for searching into his truth,
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yet how doe you spend your time in vanity and light things, as if there were no greater matters to take up your hearts!
yet how do you spend your time in vanity and Light things, as if there were no greater matters to take up your hearts!
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It is a signe of a vaine and frothy spirit, that when God propounds such glorious things to you, that yet it should be the content of your souls to baffle out your time in vanity;
It is a Signen of a vain and frothy Spirit, that when God propounds such glorious things to you, that yet it should be the content of your Souls to baffle out your time in vanity;
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and things that will not profit.
and things that will not profit.
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Well, if you would have an evidence to your souls, that Christ is all in all to you,
Well, if you would have an evidence to your Souls, that christ is all in all to you,
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and shall be to all eternity, take it in this:
and shall be to all eternity, take it in this:
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if ever God hath opened thine eyes to see his glory in the mystery of the Gospel;
if ever God hath opened thine eyes to see his glory in the mystery of the Gospel;
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and that thy heart is taken with it, and overcome by it, it is an argument that thou art indeed the soul which God hath received to mercy in his Christ;
and that thy heart is taken with it, and overcome by it, it is an argument that thou art indeed the soul which God hath received to mercy in his christ;
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but sayes the Apostle, 2 Cor. 4.3. If our Gospel be bid, it is bid to them that are lost.
but Says the Apostle, 2 Cor. 4.3. If our Gospel be bid, it is bid to them that Are lost.
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There are a great many to whom the Gospel is preached, and yet tis hidden to them;
There Are a great many to whom the Gospel is preached, and yet this hidden to them;
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and it is hidden to you if you speak of Christ onely in a formal way,
and it is hidden to you if you speak of christ only in a formal Way,
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and think it enough to say, I hope to be saved by God in Jesus Christ;
and think it enough to say, I hope to be saved by God in jesus christ;
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but doest thou see that in the Gospel which raises thy heart with admiration, and that darkens all the glory of the world? doest thou see more of the glory of God shining in that one sentence, God so loved the world that he gave his onely begotten Son, that whosoever believes in him, should not perish,
but dost thou see that in the Gospel which raises thy heart with admiration, and that darkens all the glory of the world? dost thou see more of the glory of God shining in that one sentence, God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believes in him, should not perish,
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but have everlasting life, then thou seest in the whole frame of the creation of Heaven and Earth? thou hopest thou sayest to get to heaven;but have everlasting life, then thou See in the Whole frame of the creation of Heaven and Earth? thou hopest thou Sayest to get to heaven;
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but what wouldest thou doe there? the work of Saints and Angels in heaven joyned together, is to magnifie God for this great work of his:
but what Wouldst thou do there? the work of Saints and Angels in heaven joined together, is to magnify God for this great work of his:
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doe thou then begin this work here, and give God his glory, for the great things he hath done for the children of men.
do thou then begin this work Here, and give God his glory, for the great things he hath done for the children of men.
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The second use should have been this:
The second use should have been this:
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If Christ be thus all in all, then let us blesse God that ever we knew Christ;
If christ be thus all in all, then let us bless God that ever we knew christ;
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and that the mystery of the Gospel hath been revealed to us: for otherwise we had been without God in the world;
and that the mystery of the Gospel hath been revealed to us: for otherwise we had been without God in the world;
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and what would have become of us, had not this grace of God in the Gospel been revealed to us? could you ever have thought of it your selves? could it ever have entered into your hearts? certainly no;
and what would have become of us, had not this grace of God in the Gospel been revealed to us? could you ever have Thought of it your selves? could it ever have entered into your hearts? Certainly no;
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nor into the heart of any creature in heaven or Earth: therefore blessed are your eares, that heare the things which you heare:
nor into the heart of any creature in heaven or Earth: Therefore blessed Are your ears, that hear the things which you hear:
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and blessed are your eyes, that see the things which you see:
and blessed Are your eyes, that see the things which you see:
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and know, that when you come to live under the Ministry of the Gospel, you enjoy the greatest mercy that ever you enjoyed since you were borne:
and know, that when you come to live under the Ministry of the Gospel, you enjoy the greatest mercy that ever you enjoyed since you were born:
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the coming under a powerful Ministry, that reveals Christ and brings the day of salvation to the soul, it is no other then the fruit of the prayer of Jesus Christ for that soul: compare Isaiah 49.8. with 2 Cor. 6.1, 2. and you shall see this. Isaiah 49.8. Thus saith the Lord, in an acceptable time have I heard thee, and in a day of salvation have I helped thee, &c. Now it is apparent by the context, that this is to be understood of Christ:
the coming under a powerful Ministry, that reveals christ and brings the day of salvation to the soul, it is no other then the fruit of the prayer of jesus christ for that soul: compare Isaiah 49.8. with 2 Cor. 6.1, 2. and you shall see this. Isaiah 49.8. Thus Says the Lord, in an acceptable time have I herd thee, and in a day of salvation have I helped thee, etc. Now it is apparent by the context, that this is to be understood of christ:
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that God the Father speakes there to his Son:
that God the Father speaks there to his Son:
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well, what is this acceptable time and day of salvation in which Christ is heard? look 2 Cor. 6.1, 2. in the chapter before he had told them, That they were Ambassadors for Christ.
well, what is this acceptable time and day of salvation in which christ is herd? look 2 Cor. 6.1, 2. in the chapter before he had told them, That they were ambassadors for christ.
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We then as workers together with God, beseech you also that you receive not the grace of God in vain: We then as workers together with God, beseech you also that you receive not the grace of God in vain:
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Now what is this grace of God? tis the Ministry of the Gospel, For he saith I have heard thee in a time accepted:
Now what is this grace of God? this the Ministry of the Gospel, For he Says I have herd thee in a time accepted:
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and mark how he applyes it, Behold now is the accepted time: behold now is the day of salvation. As if he should say;
and mark how he Applies it, Behold now is the accepted time: behold now is the day of salvation. As if he should say;
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the acceptable time and day of salvation in which God the Father hath heard Christ, is now:
the acceptable time and day of salvation in which God the Father hath herd christ, is now:
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now that we the Ambassadors of Christ come and open the mystery of the Gospel to you;
now that we the ambassadors of christ come and open the mystery of the Gospel to you;
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now is the time wherein God the Father hears the Son for you:
now is the time wherein God the Father hears the Son for you:
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what a mercy is this? and what an engagement upon you, that when you hear any thing of the mystery of the Gospel opened to you, you are to look upon it as the fruit of the prayer of Jesus Christ:
what a mercy is this? and what an engagement upon you, that when you hear any thing of the mystery of the Gospel opened to you, you Are to look upon it as the fruit of the prayer of jesus christ:
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and so when God sends a faithful Minister to any Congregation, tis the fruit of the prayer of Christ.
and so when God sends a faithful Minister to any Congregation, this the fruit of the prayer of christ.
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Christ prayes, O Father, that there might be an acceptable time for such a people, for such a man and woman;
christ prays, Oh Father, that there might be an acceptable time for such a people, for such a man and woman;
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it may be they have gone on a long time in ignorance and prophan•sse;
it may be they have gone on a long time in ignorance and prophan•sse;
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I but Christ hath been praying to the Father for them, and when this acceptable time comes,
I but christ hath been praying to the Father for them, and when this acceptable time comes,
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then God desposes of them, that this man shall goe out of such a wicked family,
then God dispose of them, that this man shall go out of such a wicked family,
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and shall live in a godly family, or shall come to such a Sermon, and there shall hear the wonderful things of the Gospel opened to him,
and shall live in a godly family, or shall come to such a Sermon, and there shall hear the wondered things of the Gospel opened to him,
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and shall come to understand this great mystery of Gods letting himself out through Christ unto his people:
and shall come to understand this great mystery of God's letting himself out through christ unto his people:
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and there the Lord will renew him by a work of grace, and bring his heart over unto himselfe, this is the acceptable time when God reveales the mystery of the Gospel to any soul: therefore blesse God for this.
and there the Lord will renew him by a work of grace, and bring his heart over unto himself, this is the acceptable time when God reveals the mystery of the Gospel to any soul: Therefore bless God for this.
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Thirdly, this shewes how deare Jesus Christ should be unto us.
Thirdly, this shows how deer jesus christ should be unto us.
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O how should we delight and take contentment in him that brings the Treasuries of grace from the bosome of the Father, and opens them unto us:
O how should we delight and take contentment in him that brings the Treasuries of grace from the bosom of the Father, and Opens them unto us:
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and not onely opens the minde of God the Father to us, but comes and lets out the treasure of Gods goodnesse to us.
and not only Opens the mind of God the Father to us, but comes and lets out the treasure of God's Goodness to us.
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It was stopt before, I but Christ he opened as it were the flood gates, and lets the current of grace and mercy in upon us.
It was stopped before, I but christ he opened as it were the flood gates, and lets the current of grace and mercy in upon us.
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O how deare therefore should Christ be unto us? it was the speech of that Martyr, Master Lambert, None but Christ, none but Christ.
O how deer Therefore should christ be unto us? it was the speech of that Martyr, Master Lambert, None but christ, none but christ.
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Yea when he suffered Martyrdome for Christ, then none but Christ was deare to him; because he saw that Christ was the way of conveyance of all good unto him:
Yea when he suffered Martyrdom for christ, then none but christ was deer to him; Because he saw that christ was the Way of conveyance of all good unto him:
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as if God now make a man a meanes of conveyance of a great deal of good to a Nation, every man will be ready to have his eye upon that man:
as if God now make a man a means of conveyance of a great deal of good to a nation, every man will be ready to have his eye upon that man:
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I, but there was never such a way of conveyance of good to us as Christ is:
I, but there was never such a Way of conveyance of good to us as christ is:
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therefore how should our hearts love him, and prize him;
Therefore how should our hearts love him, and prize him;
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and rejoyce at the very thoughts of him? If you have a friend, and God makes that friend an instrument of mercy to you, O how doth it indeare you to that friend:
and rejoice At the very thoughts of him? If you have a friend, and God makes that friend an Instrument of mercy to you, Oh how does it endear you to that friend:
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if the husband be an instrument of good to the wife, or the wife to the husband;
if the husband be an Instrument of good to the wife, or the wife to the husband;
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if a Minister to his people, or people to their Minister, and so in all relations:
if a Minister to his people, or people to their Minister, and so in all relations:
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when we can look upon others as a meanes of conveyance of God:
when we can look upon Others as a means of conveyance of God:
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mercy to us, it is a mighty argument to knit our hearts unto them, and indeed this is the way to obtain love.
mercy to us, it is a mighty argument to knit our hearts unto them, and indeed this is the Way to obtain love.
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It may be the wife complaines, she hath not love from her husband; or the husband complaines he hath not love from his wife:
It may be the wife complains, she hath not love from her husband; or the husband complains he hath not love from his wife:
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Why now, be as instrumental as you can to convey the goodnesse of God to them,
Why now, be as instrumental as you can to convey the Goodness of God to them,
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and this will mightily indeare and knit them to you; and if it doth so between man and man:
and this will mightily endear and knit them to you; and if it does so between man and man:
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how should it doe so much more between us and Christ, who is indeed the husband of his Church,
how should it do so much more between us and christ, who is indeed the husband of his Church,
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and through whom the fulnesse of God is let out unto his people? O how deare and precious therefore ought be to be unto us!
and through whom the fullness of God is let out unto his people? O how deer and precious Therefore ought be to be unto us!
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Fourthly, is Christ all in all? then if we have an interest in him, it should satisfie and content us,
Fourthly, is christ all in all? then if we have an Interest in him, it should satisfy and content us,
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though we have nothing, or be nothing in our selves: Why, because if we have Christ, we have all;
though we have nothing, or be nothing in our selves: Why, Because if we have christ, we have all;
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though thou wantest parts, friends, estate, outward comforts;
though thou Wantest parts, Friends, estate, outward comforts;
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yet know Christ is to be thy all, and is not he enough? as he said, Am not I better to thee then ten sons? so sayes Christ to the soul, what doest thou want? thou wantest this comfort, and the other comfort;
yet know christ is to be thy all, and is not he enough? as he said, Am not I better to thee then ten Sons? so Says christ to the soul, what dost thou want? thou Wantest this Comfort, and the other Comfort;
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but am not I all in all to thee, and better then all? yea be willing to be made nothing,
but am not I all in all to thee, and better then all? yea be willing to be made nothing,
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for all is made up in Christ.
for all is made up in christ.
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Again, it should have put us upon this, to be willing to give up all we have to Christ;
Again, it should have put us upon this, to be willing to give up all we have to christ;
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alas, our all is but a poor all: yet give it to Christ; our parts, estates, interest, names;
alas, our all is but a poor all: yet give it to christ; our parts, estates, Interest, names;
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let Christ have all because he is our all. And let him be the rule of our prizing all things:
let christ have all Because he is our all. And let him be the Rule of our prizing all things:
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so farre as we see any thing of Christ, prize it sutably:
so Far as we see any thing of christ, prize it suitably:
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as tis reported of Master Bucer, if he could see any thing of Christ in any man or woman,
as this reported of Master Bucer, if he could see any thing of christ in any man or woman,
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though they were never so poor and meane, his heart would close with them.
though they were never so poor and mean, his heart would close with them.
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And tis said of Austin, that before his conversion he took great delight in reading of Cicero's workes;
And this said of Austin, that before his conversion he took great delight in reading of Cicero's works;
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but afterward, sayes he, I finde not the Name Christ in all Cicer•; and that took off his heart from him:
but afterwards, Says he, I find not the Name christ in all Cicer•; and that took off his heart from him:
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so in all thou doest enjoy, look how much thou seest of Christ in it, so farre let thy delight and esteeme be carried out towards it, and no farther.
so in all thou dost enjoy, look how much thou See of christ in it, so Far let thy delight and esteem be carried out towards it, and no farther.
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Again, with what mighty intention of spirit should the heart be put forth towards Jesus Christ above all things!
Again, with what mighty intention of Spirit should the heart be put forth towards jesus christ above all things!
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what though God give thee an estate and honour in the world:
what though God give thee an estate and honour in the world:
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if thou hast not Christ thou hast nothing, thou hast not that that makes way for thee to eternity.
if thou hast not christ thou hast nothing, thou hast not that that makes Way for thee to eternity.
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Therefore be not satisfied with any thing without Christ.
Therefore be not satisfied with any thing without christ.
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As Abraham sayes, What wilt thou give me Lord, seeing I goe childelesse? So say thou, Lord, thou hast given me a portion in the world, thou hast given me credit and repute amongst men;
As Abraham Says, What wilt thou give me Lord, seeing I go childelesse? So say thou, Lord, thou hast given me a portion in the world, thou hast given me credit and repute among men;
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but Lord, what is all this to me, if I goe Christlesse, and have not him that is the conveyance of grace unto my soul, that is all in all? O Lord, thou hast this day taught me, that such is the distance and breach betweene thee and me, that unlesse it be made up through a Mediator, I must eternally perish:
but Lord, what is all this to me, if I go Christless, and have not him that is the conveyance of grace unto my soul, that is all in all? O Lord, thou hast this day taught me, that such is the distance and breach between thee and me, that unless it be made up through a Mediator, I must eternally perish:
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therefore give me Christ, whatever thou denyest me. O satisfie not your selves with any thing, without Christ.
Therefore give me christ, whatever thou deniest me. O satisfy not your selves with any thing, without christ.
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Many hypocrites they satisfie themselves with gifts: if they have gifts, then they are contented. Consider that parable in the Gospel, Matth. 13.45, 46. The Merchant-man sought after goodly Pearles,
Many Hypocrites they satisfy themselves with Gifts: if they have Gifts, then they Are contented. Consider that parable in the Gospel, Matthew 13.45, 46. The Merchantman sought After goodly Pearls,
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but when he had found the Pearle of price, the he went and sold all that he had, and bought it. but when he had found the Pearl of price, the he went and sold all that he had, and bought it.
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Now gifts and parts, and other archievements are these goodly Pearles:
Now Gifts and parts, and other achievements Are these goodly Pearls:
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I but Christ he is the Pearle of price: therefore what ever thou hast, be willing to part with it for him:
I but christ he is the Pearl of price: Therefore what ever thou hast, be willing to part with it for him:
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if God have discovered to thee the Pearle of price, let no goodly Pearles satisfie thee.
if God have discovered to thee the Pearl of price, let no goodly Pearls satisfy thee.
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Many soules perish eternally because they are satisfied with goodly Pearles, and doe not endeavour to obtain this Pearle of price.
Many Souls perish eternally Because they Are satisfied with goodly Pearls, and do not endeavour to obtain this Pearl of price.
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Againe, the Application should further have been, to have endeavoured to work this upon you, that in your seeking after God, you would be sure to take Christ along with you.
Again, the Application should further have been, to have endeavoured to work this upon you, that in your seeking After God, you would be sure to take christ along with you.
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I will give you onely this note, If it were your last time to pray to God,
I will give you only this note, If it were your last time to pray to God,
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and your everlasting estate did depend upon Gods mercy, should you now seek God never so earnestly,
and your everlasting estate did depend upon God's mercy, should you now seek God never so earnestly,
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yet if it were onely in a natural way as your Creator, your condition would be very dreadful, and you would perish eternally.
yet if it were only in a natural Way as your Creator, your condition would be very dreadful, and you would perish eternally.
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If God should lay any of you upon your sick beds, or death beds, and you should cry to God, mercy, mercy Lord, be sure you take Christ along with you,
If God should lay any of you upon your sick Beds, or death Beds, and you should cry to God, mercy, mercy Lord, be sure you take christ along with you,
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and look upon God through Christ, or else all your cryes will be to no purpose.
and look upon God through christ, or Else all your cries will be to no purpose.
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It is a speech of Luther, that God looke upon out of Christ, is most dreadful and terrible;
It is a speech of Luther, that God look upon out of christ, is most dreadful and terrible;
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and it argues a great deal of ignorance in us, when we think we can goe to God,
and it argues a great deal of ignorance in us, when we think we can go to God,
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and shall finde mercy with him, without considering him as a God that will be reconciled to us onely through his Son. To conclude all,
and shall find mercy with him, without considering him as a God that will be reconciled to us only through his Son. To conclude all,
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as Christ sayes, If I be lifted up, I will draw all men vnto me:
as christ Says, If I be lifted up, I will draw all men unto me:
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so this is the work of our Ministry, we have spent time amongst you that we might labour to lift up Christ to you:
so this is the work of our Ministry, we have spent time among you that we might labour to lift up christ to you:
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and O that God would be pleased to draw all your souls to him. This Sermon was preacht March 28. 1641.
and Oh that God would be pleased to draw all your Souls to him. This Sermon was preached March 28. 1641.
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HEBR. 11. V. I. Now Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. HEBREW. 11. V. I. Now Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.
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IN the latter end of the former chapter the Apostle exhorts to perseverance, and shewes the great evil and danger of drawing back.
IN the latter end of the former chapter the Apostle exhorts to perseverance, and shows the great evil and danger of drawing back.
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Now, to the end this evil might be prevented, he shews what it is that will deliver us from it.
Now, to the end this evil might be prevented, he shows what it is that will deliver us from it.
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What ever others doe, or whatever temptations or afflictions we meet withal to draw us back,
What ever Others do, or whatever temptations or afflictions we meet withal to draw us back,
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yet still the just shall live by faith: Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.
yet still the just shall live by faith: Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.
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In this chapter (therefore) he falls upon this argument, to wit, the opening of the doctrine and practice of faith.
In this chapter (Therefore) he falls upon this argument, to wit, the opening of the Doctrine and practice of faith.
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And the words read are an excellent description of faith (not an exact definition of it) It is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. The substance;
And the words read Are an excellent description of faith (not an exact definition of it) It is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. The substance;
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the word in the Original is very full, the NONLATINALPHABET, it hath many significations: the fundamental, the foundation of things hoped for;
the word in the Original is very full, the, it hath many significations: the fundamental, the Foundation of things hoped for;
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the subsistence, the substantiality of things hoped for:
the subsistence, the substantiality of things hoped for:
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those things that in themselves have no reall present subsistence to us, but are things to come, and hoped for;
those things that in themselves have no real present subsistence to us, but Are things to come, and hoped for;
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yet saith gives them a present reall substantial being to us. The substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.
yet Says gives them a present real substantial being to us. The substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.
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The word translated evidence, is a Logical terme, and signifieth such a kinde of conviction as is by way of dispute and cleare demonstration,
The word translated evidence, is a Logical term, and signifies such a kind of conviction as is by Way of dispute and clear demonstration,
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so as it must needs compell one to yeild unto it;
so as it must needs compel one to yield unto it;
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that is the propriety of the world, that although the objects of faith are things not seen, either by the eye of sense,
that is the propriety of the world, that although the objects of faith Are things not seen, either by the eye of sense,
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or by the eye of reason, yet faith brings such a light with it, and makes them so demonstratively cleare, that it even forceth the soul to a belief of them:
or by the eye of reason, yet faith brings such a Light with it, and makes them so demonstratively clear, that it even forceth the soul to a belief of them:
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so that it hath the fullest conviction of them that possibly can be. Two things then (you finde) are here said of faith:
so that it hath the Fullest conviction of them that possibly can be. Two things then (you find) Are Here said of faith:
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First, that it gives a substantial reall present being to things hoped for. And secondly, that it is the evidence of things not seen.
First, that it gives a substantial real present being to things hoped for. And secondly, that it is the evidence of things not seen.
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In the first of these, we have these two things:
In the First of these, we have these two things:
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First, that there are many glorious things which the Saints hope for, that yet they have not: they are men of hopes.
First, that there Are many glorious things which the Saints hope for, that yet they have not: they Are men of hope's.
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Secondly, that their faith doth give a reall and substantial being to those things which they hope for.
Secondly, that their faith does give a real and substantial being to those things which they hope for.
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In the Second of these we have likewise two things: First, that the things of God are things not seen.
In the Second of these we have likewise two things: First, that the things of God Are things not seen.
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And Secondly, that faith is the evidence of those things that are not seen.
And Secondly, that faith is the evidence of those things that Are not seen.
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For the first, but briefly, There are great things that the Saints hope for, that yet they have not; they are men of hopes.
For the First, but briefly, There Are great things that the Saints hope for, that yet they have not; they Are men of hope's.
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They hope that they shall ere long be delivered from all sinne and sorrows:
They hope that they shall ere long be Delivered from all sin and sorrows:
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that they shall never sinne more, never be temped more, never suffer more, never feare more;
that they shall never sin more, never be temped more, never suffer more, never Fear more;
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they hope that the time is coming when it shall be said of all their sinnes,
they hope that the time is coming when it shall be said of all their Sins,
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as Moses said of the Egyptians, These your enemies that now you see, you shall never see them more.
as Moses said of the egyptians, These your enemies that now you see, you shall never see them more.
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They hope that these vile bodies of theirs, these bodies of clay, bodies of vilenesse, bodies of sinne, shall ere long be made glorious bodies;
They hope that these vile bodies of theirs, these bodies of clay, bodies of vileness, bodies of sin, shall ere long be made glorious bodies;
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that these pieces of dirt shall (within a while) shine more gloriously then the Sun in the firmament.
that these Pieces of dirt shall (within a while) shine more gloriously then the Sun in the firmament.
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They hope that the Image of God shall ere long be perfected in them, so as they shall be fully united to God,
They hope that the Image of God shall ere long be perfected in them, so as they shall be Fully united to God,
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and be made one with the Father, as the Father and the Son are one. They hope that they shall meet with their blessed Saviour in the aire;
and be made one with the Father, as the Father and the Son Are one. They hope that they shall meet with their blessed Saviour in the air;
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and with these their eyes behold him coming in his glory:
and with these their eyes behold him coming in his glory:
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They hope that they shall be possessed of those glorious mansions which he is gone before to prepare for them.
They hope that they shall be possessed of those glorious mansions which he is gone before to prepare for them.
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They hope that their eyes shall be blessed with the glorious vision of a Deity that they shall see God,
They hope that their eyes shall be blessed with the glorious vision of a Deity that they shall see God,
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and so see him, as to be like unto him. They hope that they shall enjoy full Communion with the Lord;
and so see him, as to be like unto him. They hope that they shall enjoy full Communion with the Lord;
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that they shall have the immediate and full lettings out of a deity into their soules and bodies, without any intermission.
that they shall have the immediate and full lettings out of a deity into their Souls and bodies, without any intermission.
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They hope that they shall joyne with the blessed Angels and Saints in eternal Hallelujahs,
They hope that they shall join with the blessed Angels and Saints in Eternal Hallelujahs,
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and shall be everlastingly admiring and adoring the Name of the great God, for those glorious mysteries of Redemption by Christ.
and shall be everlastingly admiring and adoring the Name of the great God, for those glorious Mysteres of Redemption by christ.
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They hope that they shall keep a perpetual and eternal Sabbath, and shall no more be combred with natural things, with the things of the earth,
They hope that they shall keep a perpetual and Eternal Sabbath, and shall no more be cumbered with natural things, with the things of the earth,
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but shall have perfect and everlasting rest in Christ, and shall live in God as in an insinite Ocean of all excell•ncy; these things they hope for.
but shall have perfect and everlasting rest in christ, and shall live in God as in an Infinite Ocean of all excell•ncy; these things they hope for.
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I but are not these conceits? are they not notions, pretry tine fancies, with which they please themselves? is there any reallity in these things? Indeed if these things were reall and substantial, it there were as great a reallity and as much substance in the things they hope for,
I but Are not these conceits? Are they not notions, pretry tine fancies, with which they please themselves? is there any reality in these things? Indeed if these things were real and substantial, it there were as great a reality and as much substance in the things they hope for,
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as there is in the things they enjoy in the world for the present, and that they could see them as certainly as they see the things that are before their eyes, it were somewhat like.
as there is in the things they enjoy in the world for the present, and that they could see them as Certainly as they see the things that Are before their eyes, it were somewhat like.
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Well, sayes the Apostle, there is a principle to make all these things substantial to you;
Well, Says the Apostle, there is a principle to make all these things substantial to you;
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and faith is the substance of things hoped for.
and faith is the substance of things hoped for.
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These hopes are not conceits and notions, but they are raised up in their hearts by the mighty power of the holy Ghost. Rom. 15.13. Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that you may abound in hope through the power of the holy Ghost.
These hope's Are not conceits and notions, but they Are raised up in their hearts by the mighty power of the holy Ghost. Rom. 15.13. Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that you may abound in hope through the power of the holy Ghost.
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There needs not the power of the holy Ghost to raise fancies and conceits in mens hearts;
There needs not the power of the holy Ghost to raise fancies and conceits in men's hearts;
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but the hopes of the Saints are such as are raised in them by the power of the holy Ghost:
but the hope's of the Saints Are such as Are raised in them by the power of the holy Ghost:
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and God himselfe is stiled by their hopes:
and God himself is styled by their hope's:
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Now the God of hope, &c. Now God is not the God of fancies and conceits,Now the God of hope, etc. Now God is not the God of fancies and conceits,
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but he is the God of the hopes of his Saints.
but he is the God of the hope's of his Saints.
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And these hopes are given to them, to the end they might be kept from drawing back,
And these hope's Are given to them, to the end they might be kept from drawing back,
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and might be upheld for the present in whatever they suffer. Therefore the Scripture compares our hope to an Anchor, and to an Helmet:
and might be upheld for the present in whatever they suffer. Therefore the Scripture compares our hope to an Anchor, and to an Helmet:
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you know that of all dangers, those are the greatest, of shipwrack by Sea, and of enemies by Land:
you know that of all dangers, those Are the greatest, of shipwreck by Sea, and of enemies by Land:
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now our Hope is to helpe against both: against our dangers by Sea, of shipwrak, our hope is an Anchor:
now our Hope is to help against both: against our dangers by Sea, of shipwrak, our hope is an Anchor:
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against our dangers by Land, of enemies, our hope is a Helmet.
against our dangers by Land, of enemies, our hope is a Helmet.
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The hope of the Saints for the present is as the corke to the net that keeps it from sinking to the bottome;
The hope of the Saints for the present is as the cork to the net that keeps it from sinking to the bottom;
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though they may be in the water, and the lead of troubles and afflictions may weigh them down,
though they may be in the water, and the led of Troubles and afflictions may weigh them down,
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yet their hope keeps them above water; they have great hopes, and they have that which makes their hopes substantial;
yet their hope keeps them above water; they have great hope's, and they have that which makes their hope's substantial;
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for their faith is the substance of things hoped for. And that is the second thing I now come to:
for their faith is the substance of things hoped for. And that is the second thing I now come to:
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Carnal hearts think there is no substantial reall excellency in any thing, but in the outward excell•ncies of the world;
Carnal hearts think there is no substantial real excellency in any thing, but in the outward excell•ncies of the world;
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they think that Money, Lands, Honours, the pleasures and delights of the flesh, have substance in them;
they think that Money, Lands, Honours, the pleasures and delights of the Flesh, have substance in them;
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and that there is something of reality in these:
and that there is something of reality in these:
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Now I beseech you, observe the difference between the judgement of the holy Ghost, and the judgement of a carnal heart:
Now I beseech you, observe the difference between the judgement of the holy Ghost, and the judgement of a carnal heart:
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whereas a carnal heart looks upon outward things as the onely substantial things (therefore you call your rich men substantial men:
whereas a carnal heart looks upon outward things as the only substantial things (Therefore you call your rich men substantial men:
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and so the Scripture, speaking in the language of men, calls a mans estate his substance,
and so the Scripture, speaking in the language of men, calls a men estate his substance,
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because men count their estate here their substance) now the holy Ghost accounts all those things that the world lookes upon as substances, to be but meer conceits:
Because men count their estate Here their substance) now the holy Ghost accounts all those things that the world looks upon as substances, to be but mere conceits:
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and those things that the world accounts conceits, to be substances: (and those that judge according to the judgement of the holy Ghost, doe the like.) For the first, you know St. John reckons all things in the world in three ranks;
and those things that the world accounts conceits, to be substances: (and those that judge according to the judgement of the holy Ghost, do the like.) For the First, you know Saint John reckons all things in the world in three ranks;
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either such as are profits, pleasures, or honours:
either such as Are profits, pleasures, or honours:
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the Justs of the flesh, and the pride of life, and the delights of the eye:
the Jousts of the Flesh, and the pride of life, and the delights of the eye:
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now for these things that the world counts their greatest substance, their estates, and riches, marke how the holy Ghost thinks of them, Prov. 23 4, 5. Labour not to be rich, cease from thine own wisdome:
now for these things that the world counts their greatest substance, their estates, and riches, mark how the holy Ghost thinks of them, Curae 23 4, 5. Labour not to be rich, cease from thine own Wisdom:
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wil• thou set thine eyes upon that which is not ▪ That which you call your substance, the holy Ghost sayes, it 〈 ◊ 〉 not, it hath no being at all.wil• thou Set thine eyes upon that which is not ▪ That which you call your substance, the holy Ghost Says, it 〈 ◊ 〉 not, it hath no being At all.
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Well, but honours and preferments have somewhat in them. Nay, they have nothing in them neither.
Well, but honours and preferments have somewhat in them. Nay, they have nothing in them neither.
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Acts 25 23. tis said, Agrippa and Bernice came in great pompe to the judgement-seat, glittering in their brave apparel;Acts 25 23. this said, Agrippa and Bernice Come in great pomp to the judgement-seat, glittering in their brave apparel;
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but the word translated great pompe, is, they came with much fancy:
but the word translated great pomp, is, they Come with much fancy:
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what greater honour is there then for Princes to come in their robes upon the judgement-seat, glittering before the eyes of their subjects? thus did they:
what greater honour is there then for Princes to come in their robes upon the judgement-seat, glittering before the eyes of their subject's? thus did they:
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and yet their great glory in the judgement of the ho•y Ghost, was all but a great fancy:
and yet their great glory in the judgement of the ho•y Ghost, was all but a great fancy:
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And for the •usts of the fl•sh, Amos 6. in verse 5, 6, you have the sensuality of the people set our very fully, They lie upon beds of Ivory,
And for the •usts of the fl•sh, Amos 6. in verse 5, 6, you have the sensuality of the people Set our very Fully, They lie upon Beds of Ivory,
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and stretch themselves upon their conches, and eat the Lambes out of the fl•ck, and the Calves out of the midst of the stull;
and stretch themselves upon their conches, and eat the Lambs out of the fl•ck, and the Calves out of the midst of the stull;
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they chant to the sound of the vi•••, and invent to themselves instruments of musi•k;
they chant to the found of the vi•••, and invent to themselves Instruments of musi•k;
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they drink Wine in bowles, &c. and in verse 13. i• comes all to this, Ye rejoyce in a thing of naught, in that which hath nothing in it;they drink Wine in bowls, etc. and in verse 13. i• comes all to this, You rejoice in a thing of nought, in that which hath nothing in it;
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there is no reality, no substantial excellency in all these things; neither in riches, honours, or pleasure;
there is no reality, no substantial excellency in all these things; neither in riches, honours, or pleasure;
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but ma•ke now how the holy Ghost judges of spiritual things:
but ma•ke now how the holy Ghost judges of spiritual things:
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what substance there is in them, which are onely conceits to carnal hearts, Prov. 8.20, 21. (•ayes wisdome there) I lead in the way of righteousns•e, &c. that I may cause th•se that love me to inherit substance; to inherit that which is;
what substance there is in them, which Are only conceits to carnal hearts, Curae 8.20, 21. (•ayes Wisdom there) I led in the Way of righteousns•e, etc. that I may cause th•se that love me to inherit substance; to inherit that which is;
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so T•eme••us, as if nothing had a being, but that which wisdome cau•e•h to inherit. And Hebr. 10.33.34. You were made a gazing stock both by reproaches and afflictions, and t••k joyfully the spoyling of your •oods, &c. (but how ca•e this to passe? mark,) knowing in your selves that ye have in heaven a better: and an •n •u•i•g substance.
so T•eme••us, as if nothing had a being, but that which Wisdom cau•e•h to inherit. And Hebrew 10.33.34. You were made a gazing stock both by Reproaches and afflictions, and t••k joyfully the spoiling of your •oods, etc. (but how ca•e this to pass? mark,) knowing in your selves that you have in heaven a better: and an •n •u•i•g substance.
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So that that which was but a conceit and notion to the world, by their faith they saw it to be substantial unto them: and Hebrewes 11.10. It is said of Ab•aham, that he l•oked for a City with foundations:
So that that which was but a conceit and notion to the world, by their faith they saw it to be substantial unto them: and Hebrews 11.10. It is said of Ab•aham, that he l•oked for a city with foundations:
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there was no City in the World that had foundations in Abraham, eye. b•t onely the City that he looked for;
there was no city in the World that had foundations in Abraham, eye. b•t only the city that he looked for;
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and it was hi• faith that gave that City foundations. Thus we see the different judgement •f th• holy Ghost and the world.
and it was hi• faith that gave that city foundations. Thus we see the different judgement •f th• holy Ghost and the world.
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As now while we live upon the earth, we think the earth to be very great,
As now while we live upon the earth, we think the earth to be very great,
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and the Sun and Moon and Stars to be but little things, and they seem so to u•:
and the Sun and Moon and Stars to be but little things, and they seem so to u•:
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but were we in heaven, we should then see the Sun and Moon and Stars to be great and vast bodies,
but were we in heaven, we should then see the Sun and Moon and Stars to be great and vast bodies,
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and he ear•h to be but a point in comparison of them: so while men have ear•hly hearts, they look upon the things of heaven as conceits,
and he ear•h to be but a point in comparison of them: so while men have ear•hly hearts, they look upon the things of heaven as conceits,
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and poor small inconsiderable things, not worth looking after:
and poor small inconsiderable things, not worth looking After:
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but if by divine principles they were once lifted up to heaven and could converse there,
but if by divine principles they were once lifted up to heaven and could converse there,
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then they would see the things of heaven to be great matters, and the things here below to be but a point;
then they would see the things of heaven to be great matters, and the things Here below to be but a point;
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to be but poor low inferiour things, not worth minding or affecting.
to be but poor low inferior things, not worth minding or affecting.
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Those things that are the objects of faith are substantial things, and faith gives them that substance.
Those things that Are the objects of faith Are substantial things, and faith gives them that substance.
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And they are substantial things, First, because they have in them more then appeares to be in them:
And they Are substantial things, First, Because they have in them more then appears to be in them:
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we count that substantial which hath in it more then it appeares for:
we count that substantial which hath in it more then it appears for:
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those things that make a great shew, and have not that in them which they make shew of, we count them vain,
those things that make a great show, and have not that in them which they make show of, we count them vain,
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and without substance, as a piece of cloth that hath not that in it which it shewes for, we say it hath no substance in it.
and without substance, as a piece of cloth that hath not that in it which it shows for, we say it hath no substance in it.
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Now the things of God have more in them abundantly then they shew for, and therefore they are substantial:
Now the things of God have more in them abundantly then they show for, and Therefore they Are substantial:
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hence it is that when Christ shall come in glory, the Text sayes, He shall be admired in all them that believe, 2 Thes. 1.10.
hence it is that when christ shall come in glory, the Text Says, He shall be admired in all them that believe, 2 Thebes 1.10.
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They see for the present a great deal of excellency in Christ, and they love him,
They see for the present a great deal of excellency in christ, and they love him,
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and their hearts are towards him for that they see in him now; but hercaster he shall appear abundantly more glorious then they thought for:
and their hearts Are towards him for that they see in him now; but hercaster he shall appear abundantly more glorious then they Thought for:
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then they shall say, indeed we did see much in Christ, but we see now infinitely more glory and excellency then ever we imagined.
then they shall say, indeed we did see much in christ, but we see now infinitely more glory and excellency then ever we imagined.
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Secondly, the things of heaven that are the objects of faith are substantial, because there is most of God in them.
Secondly, the things of heaven that Are the objects of faith Are substantial, Because there is most of God in them.
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Now God is the infinite first being of all, and gives being to all:
Now God is the infinite First being of all, and gives being to all:
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that therefore which hath most of the first being in it, must needs be the most substantial and reall good:
that Therefore which hath most of the First being in it, must needs be the most substantial and real good:
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Now though it be true that all c••atures are filled with Gods excellencies, yet spiritual and heavenly things are above all other most filled with God:
Now though it be true that all c••atures Are filled with God's excellencies, yet spiritual and heavenly things Are above all other most filled with God:
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the very divine nature of God is in them, and there is the very life of God,
the very divine nature of God is in them, and there is the very life of God,
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and the Image and glory of God, and there God doth especially communicate himselfe. God hath two wayes of his communication:
and the Image and glory of God, and there God does especially communicate himself. God hath two ways of his communication:
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the one is to his Son, and that is in an infinite way that we undestand not:
the one is to his Son, and that is in an infinite Way that we understand not:
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and the other is to his creatures: and his special communication of himselfe to his creatures is in spiritual and heavenly things:
and the other is to his creatures: and his special communication of himself to his creatures is in spiritual and heavenly things:
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therefore they must needs be the most substantial and reall things to the soul.
Therefore they must needs be the most substantial and real things to the soul.
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And then Thirdly, they are substantial things and not notions and conceits, because they are the very center of the thoughts and intentions of God himselfe,
And then Thirdly, they Are substantial things and not notions and conceits, Because they Are the very centre of the thoughts and intentions of God himself,
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and that which he alm•s at in all his workes towards his creatures, and the very center of the happinesse of the most excellent creatures that ever God made.
and that which he alm•s At in all his works towards his creatures, and the very centre of the happiness of the most excellent creatures that ever God made.
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Now that which is the very issue of the great designe of God in making the World,
Now that which is the very issue of the great Design of God in making the World,
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and of all the workes he doth in the world, and the highest good any creature is capable of, certainly it is no conceit,
and of all the works he does in the world, and the highest good any creature is capable of, Certainly it is no conceit,
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but hath a great deal of substantial being in it:
but hath a great deal of substantial being in it:
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but the good we have in spiritual and heavenly things, is the very issue of Gods designe from all eternity, in his full-communication of himselfe unto his creature;
but the good we have in spiritual and heavenly things, is the very issue of God's Design from all eternity, in his full-communication of himself unto his creature;
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and it is the highest good any creature is capable of: therefore spiritual things are reall and substantial.
and it is the highest good any creature is capable of: Therefore spiritual things Are real and substantial.
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Again•, reall and substantial things they are, because we •••de they have a reall and substantial operation upon the souls of those that are acquainted with them, O the mighty work that appeares upon the hearts of the godly from the app••hension of spiritual things, that are the objects of faith!
Again•, real and substantial things they Are, Because we •••de they have a real and substantial operation upon the Souls of those that Are acquainted with them, Oh the mighty work that appears upon the hearts of the godly from the app••hension of spiritual things, that Are the objects of faith!
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ho• doe spiritual things tune and raise the hearts of men that were low, and base,
ho• doe spiritual things tune and raise the hearts of men that were low, and base,
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and drossy, and vile before, to converse with God in the highest way and kinde that is possible ••r a creature to converse with God in;
and drossy, and vile before, to converse with God in the highest Way and kind that is possible ••r a creature to converse with God in;
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and what great things doe they •••ble the soul to doe! those things that have such a substan•••• operation, must needs be reall and substantial.
and what great things do they •••ble the soul to do! those things that have such a substan•••• operation, must needs be real and substantial.
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Lastly, they have an eternal subsistency, that shall never vanish or fade away, that when all other things shall wither a• the gr•ss•, spiritual and heavenly things shall abide for ever:
Lastly, they have an Eternal subsistency, that shall never vanish or fade away, that when all other things shall wither a• the gr•ss•, spiritual and heavenly things shall abide for ever:
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therefore they are the onely substantial things.
Therefore they Are the only substantial things.
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But then, as they are thus in themselves, so how come they to be thus to the soul? why it is by faith;
But then, as they Are thus in themselves, so how come they to be thus to the soul? why it is by faith;
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faith gives them the bottome, the foundation, the substantialli•y of their being.
faith gives them the bottom, the Foundation, the substantialli•y of their being.
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And I note this the rather, because the great reason why our hearts are not taken with spiritual things, is, bec••s• we doe not see into the reallity and substantiallity that is in them,
And I note this the rather, Because the great reason why our hearts Are not taken with spiritual things, is, bec••s• we do not see into the reality and substantiallity that is in them,
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and into the presentnesse of the good they have. Now faith gives them this their substantial being:
and into the presentness of the good they have. Now faith gives them this their substantial being:
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First, because it is faith carries the soul to contemplate upon God himself•, and enables the soul to d••••• the excellency and glory that there is in God to know much of God in his own ess••ce and being;
First, Because it is faith carries the soul to contemplate upon God himself•, and enables the soul to d••••• the excellency and glory that there is in God to know much of God in his own ess••ce and being;
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and elevates the soul to converse with God in a higher way abundantly then ••••n can doe (though it is true, a great deal of God is understood by reason) And then by faith the soul comes to know what riches there are in these excellent and glorious things of God.
and elevates the soul to converse with God in a higher Way abundantly then ••••n can do (though it is true, a great deal of God is understood by reason) And then by faith the soul comes to know what riches there Are in these excellent and glorious things of God.
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It first sees them in God, and then after that it sees this God to be infinitely willing to communicate and let out himselfe to his creature;
It First sees them in God, and then After that it sees this God to be infinitely willing to communicate and let out himself to his creature;
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And then by faith the soul conver•eth with the deep and glorious councel of God, between himself• and his Son:
And then by faith the soul conver•eth with the deep and glorious council of God, between himself• and his Son:
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It sees into the great d•signe God had in sending his Son into the world for the working and bringing to p•sse those high and glorious intentions he bad in communicating himselfe to the children of men through a Mediator.
It sees into the great d•signe God had in sending his Son into the world for the working and bringing to p•sse those high and glorious intentions he bade in communicating himself to the children of men through a Mediator.
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Again, faith converseth with the great things of the covenant of grace, and there sees into those unsearchable riches (as the Apostle speaks) that have no footsteps in the creature; so the word signifies;
Again, faith Converseth with the great things of the Covenant of grace, and there sees into those unsearchable riches (as the Apostle speaks) that have no footsteps in the creature; so the word signifies;
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we cannot see them by reason, or the creature.
we cannot see them by reason, or the creature.
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A special object faith works upon, is the Covenant of grace in the Gospel, and it sees the riches that are revealed there:
A special Object faith works upon, is the Covenant of grace in the Gospel, and it sees the riches that Are revealed there:
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And faith receives the testimony of the holy Ghost;
And faith receives the testimony of the holy Ghost;
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the holy Ghost is appointed by the Father and the Son to witnesse these great things, to manifest to the soul the deep things of God;
the holy Ghost is appointed by the Father and the Son to witness these great things, to manifest to the soul the deep things of God;
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those things that are but meer notions otherwise to the heart of a man, the spirit of God d•sc•vers these to the soul;
those things that Are but mere notions otherwise to the heart of a man, the Spirit of God d•sc•vers these to the soul;
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and so saith working upon these obj•cts, and closing with them as the proper •phere for it to move in, it makes all those glorious things that are revealed concerning the happinesse of those that God intends eternal good unto, substantial and real to the soul;
and so Says working upon these obj•cts, and closing with them as the proper •phere for it to move in, it makes all those glorious things that Are revealed Concerning the happiness of those that God intends Eternal good unto, substantial and real to the soul;
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such things as the soul can build upon, and da•e venture it's s•lfe, and it's eternal estate upon;
such things as the soul can built upon, and da•e venture it's s•lfe, and it's Eternal estate upon;
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and we had ne•d have a good foundation in those things we are content to venture our eternal estate upon:
and we had ne•d have a good Foundation in those things we Are content to venture our Eternal estate upon:
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and because it must be the work of faith (when God intends to save the soul) to have such apprehensions of the Gospel as to be willing to venture it's eternal condition upon it,
and Because it must be the work of faith (when God intends to save the soul) to have such apprehensions of the Gospel as to be willing to venture it's Eternal condition upon it,
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therefore it had need have a sure foundation:
Therefore it had need have a sure Foundation:
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and hence faith is the substance of things hoped for, and gives a reall being unto these things.
and hence faith is the substance of things hoped for, and gives a real being unto these things.
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And as it makes them reall and substantial, so there is another thing included in this word, It makes them present; though they are but things hoped for,
And as it makes them real and substantial, so there is Another thing included in this word, It makes them present; though they Are but things hoped for,
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yet by faith they have a present subsistence to the soul;
yet by faith they have a present subsistence to the soul;
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they are lookt upon by faith as now subsisting, though in themselves they doe not ▪ faith partakes much of the nature of God, it hath a kinde of omnipotent power in it, out of nothing to create something:
they Are looked upon by faith as now subsisting, though in themselves they do not ▪ faith partakes much of the nature of God, it hath a kind of omnipotent power in it, out of nothing to create something:
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there are many excellent workes of faith, and amongst the rest this is a special one, to give a being to that which in it selfe hath none, to make it for the present a substantial reall being to the soul:
there Are many excellent works of faith, and among the rest this is a special one, to give a being to that which in it self hath none, to make it for the present a substantial real being to the soul:
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the work of faith in this kinde is very observable: for evil things that are very nigh, faith can make them at a mighty distance;
the work of faith in this kind is very observable: for evil things that Are very High, faith can make them At a mighty distance;
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and for good things that are never so far off, faith can make them to be as present to it.
and for good things that Are never so Far off, faith can make them to be as present to it.
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Observe what the Scripture speakes of it this way:
Observe what the Scripture speaks of it this Way:
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fi•st for evils that are very nigh, and encompasse us round about, when we are in the midst of them, faith can put the evil at a distance, as Psalm. 91.7. A thousand shall fall at thy side, and ten thousand at thy right hand, but it shall not come nigh thee; not come nigh thee:
fi•st for evils that Are very High, and encompass us round about, when we Are in the midst of them, faith can put the evil At a distance, as Psalm. 91.7. A thousand shall fallen At thy side, and ten thousand At thy right hand, but it shall not come High thee; not come High thee:
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If he had said, it shall not be upon thee, it had been somewhat;
If he had said, it shall not be upon thee, it had been somewhat;
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but to say, it shall not come nigh thee, this is a strange kinde of expression;
but to say, it shall not come High thee, this is a strange kind of expression;
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how could it be said not to come nigh him, when thousands fell on both hands,
how could it be said not to come High him, when thousands fell on both hands,
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and he was in the midst of it? it was by faith: faith put that at a distance which was just upon him.
and he was in the midst of it? it was by faith: faith put that At a distance which was just upon him.
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The strength of reason will help one, when the plague is a great way off, then a man thinks, I am safe enough, because farre enough from it:
The strength of reason will help one, when the plague is a great Way off, then a man thinks, I am safe enough, Because Far enough from it:
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but suppose the plague come into thy house, into thy chamber;
but suppose the plague come into thy house, into thy chamber;
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now to believe a promise, it shall not come nigh thee, here is a mighty work of faith;
now to believe a promise, it shall not come High thee, Here is a mighty work of faith;
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faith pu•s evils present at a farre distance.
faith pu•s evils present At a Far distance.
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And then on the other side, for good things that are absent, and a great way off, faith can make them as if they were really subsisting:
And then on the other side, for good things that Are absent, and a great Way off, faith can make them as if they were really subsisting:
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therefore ( Heb. 11.13.) It is said of the Fathers, that they saw the promises afarre off, and embraced them:
Therefore (Hebrew 11.13.) It is said of the Father's, that they saw the promises afar off, and embraced them:
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the word in the Original is saluted the promises; now friends when they salute, must be nigh one another;
the word in the Original is saluted the promises; now Friends when they salute, must be High one Another;
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their faith make the promises which were a great way off to be with them as if present:
their faith make the promises which were a great Way off to be with them as if present:
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therefore it is said of Abraham, that he saw Christs day, and rejoyced;
Therefore it is said of Abraham, that he saw Christ day, and rejoiced;
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and the Scripture speakes of taking hold of eternal life, and that we doe by faith;
and the Scripture speaks of taking hold of Eternal life, and that we do by faith;
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and of being in heaven, receiving the end of your faith: Tis not, you shall receive, but now you are receiving;
and of being in heaven, receiving the end of your faith: This not, you shall receive, but now you Are receiving;
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Psalm. 108.7, 8. God hath spoken in his holiness, I will rejoyce, I will a•v•de S•chem, &c. Gilead is mine, Manasieth is •ine: Psalm. 108.7, 8. God hath spoken in his holiness, I will rejoice, I will a•v•de S•chem, etc. Gilead is mine, Manasieth is •ine:
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marke, is mine: he presently concludes, as if the thing were already done, for it was so by faith:
mark, is mine: he presently concludes, as if the thing were already done, for it was so by faith:
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faith gives a present subsistence to things.
faith gives a present subsistence to things.
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Reason it selfe hath a great deal of power to make things that are future, to be as present, both in evil things and in good.
Reason it self hath a great deal of power to make things that Are future, to be as present, both in evil things and in good.
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In evil things, a man that is a contemplative man, and hath a wicked heart, he will fetch the sweetnesse of his lust and sinne which is a great way off,
In evil things, a man that is a contemplative man, and hath a wicked heart, he will fetch the sweetness of his lust and sin which is a great Way off,
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and make it as present by meditation, and roling it up and down in his thoughts in a way of discourse;
and make it as present by meditation, and rolling it up and down in his thoughts in a Way of discourse;
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and so acts his sinne contemplatively, though he may be in hell before he act it really;
and so acts his sin contemplatively, though he may be in hell before he act it really;
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Now as reason and discourse can fetch in a lus•• and make it as it were present:
Now as reason and discourse can fetch in a lus•• and make it as it were present:
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so reason can goe a great way in m•king a future good thing as if it were present.
so reason can go a great Way in m•king a future good thing as if it were present.
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And this is the difference between a rational creature, and a sensual: a sensual creature is onely for the things that are before it;
And this is the difference between a rational creature, and a sensual: a sensual creature is only for the things that Are before it;
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but now reason can fetch things that are absent, and make them as present:
but now reason can fetch things that Are absent, and make them as present:
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and in regard of this, God hath a mighty advantage of mankinde, either for the bringing of his wrath upon them,
and in regard of this, God hath a mighty advantage of mankind, either for the bringing of his wrath upon them,
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or for bestowing happinesse upon them:
or for bestowing happiness upon them:
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as you can fetch in your lusts that are absent, and make them as present to you in your thoughts, by the work and discourse of reason:
as you can fetch in your Lustiest that Are absent, and make them as present to you in your thoughts, by the work and discourse of reason:
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so by the worke of this faculty, God can make evils and plagues though future, yet to be as present with you.
so by the work of this faculty, God can make evils and plagues though future, yet to be as present with you.
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And in this respect the woeful evil of those that perish eternally may be set out dreadfully:
And in this respect the woeful evil of those that perish eternally may be Set out dreadfully:
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namely thus, they being reasonable creatures, by the work of their reason they may fetch in all the misery that they shall indure to eternity, to fill up every moments misery, that all the misery they shall indure to eternity, they shall possesse it presently and together:
namely thus, they being reasonable creatures, by the work of their reason they may fetch in all the misery that they shall endure to eternity, to fill up every moments misery, that all the misery they shall endure to eternity, they shall possess it presently and together:
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and therefore the torment of a brute creature is infinitely short of a reasonable;
and Therefore the torment of a brutus creature is infinitely short of a reasonable;
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suppose a brute beast were in hell, yet its misery would come infinitely short of a mans,
suppose a brutus beast were in hell, yet its misery would come infinitely short of a men,
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because a brute creature apprehends no more misery, then that instant:
Because a brutus creature apprehends no more misery, then that instant:
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but now, if a reasonable creature be in torment, and knowes it shall be in it eternally, by thought and discourse it can fetch into that very instant, all the paine that it must endure for ever.
but now, if a reasonable creature be in torment, and knows it shall be in it eternally, by Thought and discourse it can fetch into that very instant, all the pain that it must endure for ever.
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And so for happinesse, those that are saved, shall be infinitely happy every moment, because they shall fetch in all the happiness• they shall have to eternity to m•ke them every moment happy:
And so for happiness, those that Are saved, shall be infinitely happy every moment, Because they shall fetch in all the happiness• they shall have to eternity to m•ke them every moment happy:
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this is the work of reason.
this is the work of reason.
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N•w 〈 ◊ 〉 reason can make •utur•, •••ngs to be as present, how much •••t 〈 ◊ 〉 faith, that is not •n•• reason •l••at••,
N•w 〈 ◊ 〉 reason can make •utur•, •••ngs to be as present, how much •••t 〈 ◊ 〉 faith, that is not •n•• reason •l••at••,
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but is a p•incip•• h•••er then reason? as it is in ••pare, a man that dispa••• brin•s hell to hims•lfe before he is in hell;
but is a p•incip•• h•••er then reason? as it is in ••pare, a man that dispa••• brin•s hell to hims•lfe before he is in hell;
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and makes h•ll that is ab••n•, as if it were present. Hence some in their d••pai••• have 〈 … 〉 they were in hell:
and makes h•ll that is ab••n•, as if it were present. Hence Some in their d••pai••• have 〈 … 〉 they were in hell:
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as Fr••ers Spi••, he said he was in hell, and h•••• fi•e was u•o• him beca•s• by dispai•• that which ••••u•• hath a reall kinds of •ub•ista•ce in the heart of a ••n, as it t••re now present.
as Fr••ers Spi••, he said he was in hell, and h•••• fi•e was u•o• him beca•s• by dispai•• that which ••••u•• hath a real Kinds of •ub•ista•ce in the heart of a ••n, as it t••re now present.
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Now as dispaire brings in the reall••y of Gods wrath that is future, and makes it as present,
Now as despair brings in the reall••y of God's wrath that is future, and makes it as present,
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so faith brings in the reallity of Gods love and mercy that is to come, and makes it as present:
so faith brings in the reality of God's love and mercy that is to come, and makes it as present:
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and it is •s g•nuine a work of faith, to make future things present, •s any work of faith.
and it is •s g•nuine a work of faith, to make future things present, •s any work of faith.
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Now I should have shewn you in what respects fa•th m•kes things present, that are to come,
Now I should have shown you in what respects fa•th m•kes things present, that Are to come,
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and what is the work of faith in them. But briefly, it makes all things present that are to come:
and what is the work of faith in them. But briefly, it makes all things present that Are to come:
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First, because it seas all things as certain as if they were already;
First, Because it Seas all things as certain as if they were already;
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it a m•n have a bo•d of one for a hundred pounds, th•• he is sure •ff he sayes here is a hundred pounds,
it a m•n have a bo•d of one for a hundred pounds, th•• he is sure •ff he Says Here is a hundred pounds,
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because of the c•••inry of it. Second, because faith lookes upon the possession of things, that not ••ely they shall be,
Because of the c•••inry of it. Second, Because faith looks upon the possession of things, that not ••ely they shall be,
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but that now there is a possession of them, and that two wayes;
but that now there is a possession of them, and that two ways;
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Firsts, Christ our head is gone before to prepare mansions for us, and in our name to take possession of heaven,
Firsts, christ our head is gone before to prepare mansions for us, and in our name to take possession of heaven,
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therefore we have taken possession in our head;
Therefore we have taken possession in our head;
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and th•n Secondly, we have the first fruits of the spirit, the first fruits of the glorious things of heaven;
and th•n Secondly, we have the First fruits of the Spirit, the First fruits of the glorious things of heaven;
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and in that regard, we ou• s•lv•• have taken possession, and therefore they are as present to faith.
and in that regard, we ou• s•lv•• have taken possession, and Therefore they Are as present to faith.
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Thirdly, there is such an infinitenesse in eternity, that the time that is to be before we have ful possession is not considerable:
Thirdly, there is such an infiniteness in eternity, that the time that is to be before we have full possession is not considerable:
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therefore faith lookes upon them as present. And then Fourthly, faith eyes the things of heaven continually, and they are therefore present,
Therefore faith looks upon them as present. And then Fourthly, faith eyes the things of heaven continually, and they Are Therefore present,
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because they are alwayes in the eye of faith.
Because they Are always in the eye of faith.
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And Fifthly, the presentnesse of them is seen in this, because the Saints enjoy all in God:
And Fifthly, the presentness of them is seen in this, Because the Saints enjoy all in God:
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for this is the happinesse of heaven, to see all glory and blessednesse in God: Now faith doth something of this here;
for this is the happiness of heaven, to see all glory and blessedness in God: Now faith does something of this Here;
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faith inables us to see great things in God. Now the enjoying communion with God for the present, and beholding of heaven in God,
faith inables us to see great things in God. Now the enjoying communion with God for the present, and beholding of heaven in God,
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and seeing all things in him, this must needs make a present reall subsistance of them to the soul.
and seeing all things in him, this must needs make a present real subsistence of them to the soul.
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Thus I have spoken briefly of Faiths, being the substance of things hoped for. For the use:
Thus I have spoken briefly of Faiths, being the substance of things hoped for. For the use:
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If faith be the substance of things hoped for, and gives being to things so high and glorious as the things of God are:
If faith be the substance of things hoped for, and gives being to things so high and glorious as the things of God Are:
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First, then certainly faith it self must needs be a very substantial thing;
First, then Certainly faith it self must needs be a very substantial thing;
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faith is not a conceit and notion, for it gives reality and substantial being to those things the world counts conceits:
faith is not a conceit and notion, for it gives reality and substantial being to those things the world counts conceits:
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faith is the most substantialest glorious thing in the world:
faith is the most substantialest glorious thing in the world:
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It is that, in the working of which, the power of God appeares more then in any thing in the world:
It is that, in the working of which, the power of God appears more then in any thing in the world:
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therefore in Ephes. 1.19, 20. there are some six or seven gradations of the wonderful power of God that appeares in the working of faith:
Therefore in Ephesians 1.19, 20. there Are Some six or seven gradations of the wondered power of God that appears in the working of faith:
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Now that must needs be an exceeding substantial thing, that hath such a mighty power of God in working of it:
Now that must needs be an exceeding substantial thing, that hath such a mighty power of God in working of it:
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God doth not use to put forth extraordinary power for the doing of ordinary things. Now when he speaks of faith, he sets out his power in a glorious manner, and in an extraordinary way;
God does not use to put forth extraordinary power for the doing of ordinary things. Now when he speaks of faith, he sets out his power in a glorious manner, and in an extraordinary Way;
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and thereby tells us, that faith hath some great matter in it. And indeed faith hath much in it;
and thereby tells us, that faith hath Some great matter in it. And indeed faith hath much in it;
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though it be a grace that empties us of our selves, yet it is that whereby the believer is enabled to doe one of the most glorious workes that ever creature was enabled to doe:
though it be a grace that empties us of our selves, yet it is that whereby the believer is enabled to do one of the most glorious works that ever creature was enabled to do:
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as now for a poor soul to see its self in its own filth, under sinne and guilt,
as now for a poor soul to see its self in its own filth, under sin and guilt,
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and to see the wrath of an infinite deity incensed against it;
and to see the wrath of an infinite deity incensed against it;
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to see the infinite justice of God requiring satisfaction, and the infinite holinesse of God hating of sinne;
to see the infinite Justice of God requiring satisfaction, and the infinite holiness of God hating of sin;
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to have the accusations of Conscience, of Satan, of the World, and being sensible of all this,
to have the accusations of Conscience, of Satan, of the World, and being sensible of all this,
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yet to lay hold upon a Mediator between God and man, and to trust in a righteousnesse beyond it selfe,
yet to lay hold upon a Mediator between God and man, and to trust in a righteousness beyond it self,
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and to tender it up to God the Father for a full attonement and satisfaction, and to venture its selfe, and eternal estate upon it;
and to tender it up to God the Father for a full atonement and satisfaction, and to venture its self, and Eternal estate upon it;
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and being unholy and filthy in it selfe, yet to unite it selfe to God in as neer a union (for the kinde of it) as possibly a creature can have with the Creator, next the hypostatical union of the humane nature of Christ with the divine: I say;
and being unholy and filthy in it self, yet to unite it self to God in as near a Union (for the kind of it) as possibly a creature can have with the Creator, next the hypostatical Union of the humane nature of christ with the divine: I say;
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for faith to be able to doe this, it is a high and most glorious work,
for faith to be able to do this, it is a high and most glorious work,
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and there is an abundance of the power of God appears in it.
and there is an abundance of the power of God appears in it.
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By this how may we discover the vanity of the faith of the greatest number of people in the world, who have nothing but meer emptinesse in them, their very faith is onely a notion,
By this how may we discover the vanity of the faith of the greatest number of people in the world, who have nothing but mere emptiness in them, their very faith is only a notion,
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and no marvell then if all things they believe be but notions, they can do nothing with their faith.
and no marvel then if all things they believe be but notions, they can do nothing with their faith.
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You say you hope and believe and trust in Gods mercy, but what can you doe with your faith? what reall substantial work of faith is upon your hearts? when faith comes, there comes the mighty power of God and his wonderful glory into the soul, that creates (as it were) and gives substantial being to the most high and glorious objects in the world:
You say you hope and believe and trust in God's mercy, but what can you do with your faith? what real substantial work of faith is upon your hearts? when faith comes, there comes the mighty power of God and his wondered glory into the soul, that creates (as it were) and gives substantial being to the most high and glorious objects in the world:
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therefore know, that faith is not a dead slight empty thing in the soul, but it hath a mighty operation upon the hearts of men and women:
Therefore know, that faith is not a dead slight empty thing in the soul, but it hath a mighty operation upon the hearts of men and women:
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and certainly that faith that must save a soul must have high and glorious operations in the soul.
and Certainly that faith that must save a soul must have high and glorious operations in the soul.
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Againe, if faith gives a substantial being to things hoped for, then we must learne to strengthen and exercise our faith in the things we hope for:
Again, if faith gives a substantial being to things hoped for, then we must Learn to strengthen and exercise our faith in the things we hope for:
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which of us doe not hope for great and glorious things (as I gave you a hint of them?) Now let faith be exercised and strengthened in these things;
which of us do not hope for great and glorious things (as I gave you a hint of them?) Now let faith be exercised and strengthened in these things;
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if all those blessed things we spake of were present to the soul, O how would our hearts be above the creature,
if all those blessed things we spoke of were present to the soul, Oh how would our hearts be above the creature,
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how should we look upon all things here below as dung, filth, drosse, how would our thoughts be raised in the admiration of spiritual and heavely things,
how should we look upon all things Here below as dung, filth, dross, how would our thoughts be raised in the admiration of spiritual and heavely things,
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how would our spirits be taken up in wondering at the glory of God that appeares in these things,
how would our spirits be taken up in wondering At the glory of God that appears in these things,
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how would our hearts be enflamed with love to God! how would our conversations be in heaven for the present!
how would our hearts be inflamed with love to God! how would our conversations be in heaven for the present!
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what heavenly thoughts and heavenly affections would be in us in all our waye•!
what heavenly thoughts and heavenly affections would be in us in all our waye•!
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and how would we venture to goe through fire and wa••r for God! to doe any thing, suffer any thing, be any thing for God.
and how would we venture to go through fire and wa••r for God! to do any thing, suffer any thing, be any thing for God.
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And did our faith make such glorious things as these reall and substantial to us? how substantial would our duties and services be? Why is it then that our duties have so much vanity in them, are so empty, having nothing but circumstance in them? certainly (brethren) if our faith gives a subsistance to such blessed and glorious things of eternal life, it will likewise give a subsistance to all our duties and services, that we shall not tender to God empty and dead services.
And did our faith make such glorious things as these real and substantial to us? how substantial would our duties and services be? Why is it then that our duties have so much vanity in them, Are so empty, having nothing but circumstance in them? Certainly (brothers) if our faith gives a subsistence to such blessed and glorious things of Eternal life, it will likewise give a subsistence to all our duties and services, that we shall not tender to God empty and dead services.
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Consider, this you, who though you dare not omit duties, yet what empty duties doe you tender to God? your works should be the works of faith,
Consider, this you, who though you Dare not omit duties, yet what empty duties do you tender to God? your works should be the works of faith,
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and faith should give them a subsistance, as well as it gives your hopes;
and faith should give them a subsistence, as well as it gives your hope's;
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therefore satisfie not your selves with that faith that will not give a subsistance to your duties;
Therefore satisfy not your selves with that faith that will not give a subsistence to your duties;
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and doe not think it will give a subsistance to such glorious things we speak of.
and do not think it will give a subsistence to such glorious things we speak of.
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Thus much of the first particular, Faith is the substance of things hoped for.
Thus much of the First particular, Faith is the substance of things hoped for.
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I would faine speak a little of the second, It is the evidence of things not seen. There are two things here.
I would feign speak a little of the second, It is the evidence of things not seen. There Are two things Here.
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First, that the things of grace, spiritual and heavenly things, are things not seen. And secondly, that faith gives an evidence to those things.
First, that the things of grace, spiritual and heavenly things, Are things not seen. And secondly, that faith gives an evidence to those things.
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First, that grace, spiritual and heavenly things, are things not seen.
First, that grace, spiritual and heavenly things, Are things not seen.
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The Apostle sayes Gal. 5.19, 22. the works of the flesh are manifest; but when he comes to the workes of the spirit, he sayes the workes of the spirit are these: he doth not say, they are manifest;
The Apostle Says Gal. 5.19, 22. the works of the Flesh Are manifest; but when he comes to the works of the Spirit, he Says the works of the Spirit Are these: he does not say, they Are manifest;
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for indeed they are things that are not seen:
for indeed they Are things that Are not seen:
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though tis true, the operations of them appear, yet there is no external work of grace,
though this true, the operations of them appear, yet there is no external work of grace,
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but an hypocrite may doe it:
but an hypocrite may do it:
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therefore the workes of the spirit cannot be said to be seen either by the eye of sense or reason.
Therefore the works of the Spirit cannot be said to be seen either by the eye of sense or reason.
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And then for the things of heaven, sayes the Apostle, 2 Cor. 4.18.
And then for the things of heaven, Says the Apostle, 2 Cor. 4.18.
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While we look not at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen, While we look not At the things which Are seen, but At the things which Are not seen,
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for the things which are seen are temporal, but the things which are not seen are eternal. for the things which Are seen Are temporal, but the things which Are not seen Are Eternal.
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I might here discover to you how it comes to passe, that spiritual and heavenly things are not seen unto sense and reason.
I might Here discover to you how it comes to pass, that spiritual and heavenly things Are not seen unto sense and reason.
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Many arguments I thought to have given to discover this: I must but cull out two or three particulars.
Many Arguments I Thought to have given to discover this: I must but cull out two or three particulars.
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The riches of a Christian in spiritual and heavenly things are like the riches of the Sea;
The riches of a Christian in spiritual and heavenly things Are like the riches of the Sea;
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it may be outwardly you see nothing but hideous waves, and a great deal of filth, I but the riches are at the bottome,
it may be outwardly you see nothing but hideous waves, and a great deal of filth, I but the riches Are At the bottom,
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and the riches of the earch are within and hidden, they doe not appear:
and the riches of the earch Are within and hidden, they do not appear:
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so the riches and treasures of a Christian are things not seen, they are things that are in the very bosome of God, in the very heart of God.
so the riches and treasures of a Christian Are things not seen, they Are things that Are in the very bosom of God, in the very heart of God.
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Now as no man knowes the things of a man, but the spirit of man;
Now as no man knows the things of a man, but the Spirit of man;
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so no man knowes the things of God, but the Spirit of God, and him to whom God doth reveal them.
so no man knows the things of God, but the Spirit of God, and him to whom God does reveal them.
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And then they are things that are beyond the principles of reason, they are too high,
And then they Are things that Are beyond the principles of reason, they Are too high,
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and so too glorious for such a faculty as reason is: if an object be too glorious for sense, it destroyes the sense:
and so too glorious for such a faculty as reason is: if an Object be too glorious for sense, it Destroys the sense:
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so these objects are too high for reason, and therefore cannot be seen by reason. And the blindnesse of man naturally is such that he cannot see these things.
so these objects Are too high for reason, and Therefore cannot be seen by reason. And the blindness of man naturally is such that he cannot see these things.
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And chiefly God so orders things in his providence, that he goeth a quite contrary was (as to sense and reason) to that which he hath promised.
And chiefly God so order things in his providence, that he Goes a quite contrary was (as to sense and reason) to that which he hath promised.
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I say it is the way of God to hide his glorious excellencies by seeming to goe in the wayes of his providence directly crosse to what he hath promised;
I say it is the Way of God to hide his glorious excellencies by seeming to go in the ways of his providence directly cross to what he hath promised;
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we might shew how God hath hid from sense and reason his mercy to his own people: that of Abraham is considerable;
we might show how God hath hid from sense and reason his mercy to his own people: that of Abraham is considerable;
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there were two promises God made to Abraham, the one of going out of his own country,
there were two promises God made to Abraham, the one of going out of his own country,
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and carrying him to a land flowing with milke and honey; the other, that he would make his seed as the stars of heaven for multitude,
and carrying him to a land flowing with milk and honey; the other, that he would make his seed as the Stars of heaven for multitude,
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and that in his seed all the Nations of the earth should be blessed.
and that in his seed all the nations of the earth should be blessed.
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Mark now, if Abraham had not had something to evidence that which was not seen, he could never have seen the faithfulnesse of God in these promises:
Mark now, if Abraham had not had something to evidence that which was not seen, he could never have seen the faithfulness of God in these promises:
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for when he was gone out of his own country, he comes to Canaan (the country promised) but as soon as he was there, he was ready to starve,
for when he was gone out of his own country, he comes to Canaan (the country promised) but as soon as he was there, he was ready to starve,
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and was faine to flye to Egypt: and if he had not had faith he would have fallen off,
and was feign to fly to Egypt: and if he had not had faith he would have fallen off,
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and have been ready to turne back againe.
and have been ready to turn back again.
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And then for the second promise, That in his seed all the Nations of the earth should be blessed:
And then for the second promise, That in his seed all the nations of the earth should be blessed:
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Abraham goeth on seventy yeares, and his wife had no childe; and it ceased to be with her after the manner of women;Abraham Goes on seventy Years, and his wife had no child; and it ceased to be with her After the manner of women;
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she was old, and Abrahams body dead:
she was old, and Abrahams body dead:
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and after he had a childe, he must kill him, and being saved, Isaac must be forty yeares before he is married;
and After he had a child, he must kill him, and being saved, Isaac must be forty Years before he is married;
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and when he is mairred, he must have no childe in twenty yeares:
and when he is mairred, he must have no child in twenty Years:
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and in the first hundred and fifty yeares after the promise, there was but seventy of all his seed:
and in the First hundred and fifty Years After the promise, there was but seventy of all his seed:
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yet this was the promise, that in his seed all the Nations of the earth should be blessed:
yet this was the promise, that in his seed all the nations of the earth should be blessed:
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thus God seemes to goe crosse to what he promised.
thus God seems to go cross to what he promised.
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We might instance also in Jacob; God commands Jacob to returne from Laban: and after that, mark how God followes him.
We might instance also in Jacob; God commands Jacob to return from Laban: and After that, mark how God follows him.
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First, his Uncle Laban followes him with thoughts to slay him. Secondly, In his Journey his wives Nurse dyeth. Thirdly, his wife dyes. Fourthly, Dinay is ravished.
First, his Uncle Laban follows him with thoughts to slay him. Secondly, In his Journey his wives Nurse Dies. Thirdly, his wife dies. Fourthly, Dinay is ravished.
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Fifthly, his two Sons, Simeon and Levy commit that villany, that makes him stink in the nostrils of the people of the land.
Fifthly, his two Sons, Simeon and Levy commit that villainy, that makes him stink in the nostrils of the people of the land.
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Sixtly, Esau comes to destroy him; and all this in that journey that God commanded Jacob to take.
Sixty, Esau comes to destroy him; and all this in that journey that God commanded Jacob to take.
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Now if Jacob had not had faith to look through these to the things that might encourage him in his way to things not seen, it had been impossible he should have gone on.
Now if Jacob had not had faith to look through these to the things that might encourage him in his Way to things not seen, it had been impossible he should have gone on.
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So when God brings Israel to Canaan, you know what a way they goe about through the wildernesse:
So when God brings Israel to Canaan, you know what a Way they go about through the Wilderness:
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when they were come to Canaan, a Land flowing with Milk and Honey, God brought them to the worst part of it:
when they were come to Canaan, a Land flowing with Milk and Honey, God brought them to the worst part of it:
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for the south part was the hottest, and dryest, and barrennest part of the Country:
for the south part was the hottest, and driest, and barrenest part of the Country:
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thus God seemes to goe on in crosse wayes, and this hides the excellency of the things of God:
thus God seems to go on in cross ways, and this hides the excellency of the things of God:
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and hence it comes to passe they are not seen.
and hence it comes to pass they Are not seen.
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If it be so, then that the things of God are not seen to a carnal eye,
If it be so, then that the things of God Are not seen to a carnal eye,
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and require more then reason to apprehend them:
and require more then reason to apprehend them:
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First, it should make us cease wondering, that men of excellent parts and reason, doe not see the things of God, but slight them:
First, it should make us cease wondering, that men of excellent parts and reason, do not see the things of God, but slight them:
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be not offended at this, they are things not seen:
be not offended At this, they Are things not seen:
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it is a great deceit in many, who think that because such and such men have larger abilities of reason then others to understand natural things;
it is a great deceit in many, who think that Because such and such men have larger abilities of reason then Others to understand natural things;
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that therefore it must needs follow, they have deeper apprehensions of spiritual things: and yet men reason thus, what you poor simple men and women understand these things,
that Therefore it must needs follow, they have Deeper apprehensions of spiritual things: and yet men reason thus, what you poor simple men and women understand these things,
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when there are great Schollars and learned men, that see them not: this argues a carnal heart;
when there Are great Scholars and learned men, that see them not: this argues a carnal heart;
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as if the strength of reason could make men apprehend more then faith can doe.
as if the strength of reason could make men apprehend more then faith can do.
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You know what Christ sayes, Father I thank thee, that thou hast hid these things from the wise and prudent,
You know what christ Says, Father I thank thee, that thou hast hid these things from the wise and prudent,
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and hast revealed them to babes, Matth. 11.25. Notwithstanding such expressions of Christ, yet we see the temper of the men of the world:and hast revealed them to babes, Matthew 11.25. Notwithstanding such expressions of christ, yet we see the temper of the men of the world:
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alas, they look upon Religion as a most foolish and ridiculous thing; and so for strictnesse in the wayes of Religion:
alas, they look upon Religion as a most foolish and ridiculous thing; and so for strictness in the ways of Religion:
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when a man shall see another very earnest about a thing that he thinkes is of no consequence at all, he cannot but impute folly to him:
when a man shall see Another very earnest about a thing that he thinks is of no consequence At all, he cannot but impute folly to him:
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so, when the men of the world see the people of God servent, and zealous about those things that they can see no excellency in;
so, when the men of the world see the people of God servient, and zealous about those things that they can see no excellency in;
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and see them willing to venture and suffer for them; they count this folly and madnesse:
and see them willing to venture and suffer for them; they count this folly and madness:
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when Christ (being in danger of his life, John 18.37, 38.) tells Pilate that he came into the world to bear witnesse unto the truth, sayes Pilate, what is truth? speaking in a slighting way,
when christ (being in danger of his life, John 18.37, 38.) tells Pilate that he Come into the world to bear witness unto the truth, Says Pilate, what is truth? speaking in a slighting Way,
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as if he had said, you come here to answer for your life, and you had need look to that;
as if he had said, you come Here to answer for your life, and you had need look to that;
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and what doe you talk of truth now your life is in question.
and what do you talk of truth now your life is in question.
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So carnal men, when they see others venture their estates, and lives, for poor inconsiderable things;
So carnal men, when they see Others venture their estates, and lives, for poor inconsiderable things;
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as they esteem them, they count this folly: and why doe they doe so? because the things of God are not seen.
as they esteem them, they count this folly: and why do they do so? Because the things of God Are not seen.
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Therefore in spiritual and heavenly things we must alwayes endeavour to beat down reason, and to advance faith:
Therefore in spiritual and heavenly things we must always endeavour to beatrice down reason, and to advance faith:
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sayes Luther, In the things of God we must not continually be asking the reason, for they are the things that are not seen:
Says Luther, In the things of God we must not continually be asking the reason, for they Are the things that Are not seen:
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Nay (sayes he) faith kills the beast reason, in spiritual things.
Nay (Says he) faith kills the beast reason, in spiritual things.
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Though it is true, being kept under faith there is good use of it, yet it is a beast to be slaine, that so we may see the more of spiritual things.
Though it is true, being kept under faith there is good use of it, yet it is a beast to be slain, that so we may see the more of spiritual things.
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I meet with a story in a book of a company of Bishops that were gathered together,
I meet with a story in a book of a company of Bishops that were gathered together,
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and there was a Philosopher with them, who dispa•ed against the Christian Faith; and he argued so subtilly that he n•n-plust the Bishops.
and there was a Philosopher with them, who dispa•ed against the Christian Faith; and he argued so subtly that he n•n-plust the Bishops.
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Now there was a godly man, a poor weak man there, and he desired he might have liberty to in••u•,
Now there was a godly man, a poor weak man there, and he desired he might have liberty to in••u•,
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for that they were so n••-plust in:
for that they were so n••-plust in:
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and though at ••rst they were afraid he would spo••e the cause through his weakness• yet at length they gave him leave to speak;
and though At ••rst they were afraid he would spo••e the cause through his weakness• yet At length they gave him leave to speak;
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and he pr•p••d c••taine p•inciples of Religion to the P•ilosuph•r, and said to him, doe you believe these things? and ••id no more,
and he pr•p••d c••taine p•inciples of Religion to the P•ilosuph•r, and said to him, do you believe these things? and ••id no more,
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but doe you believe these things? 〈 ◊ 〉 ••on this the P••••pher yeilds. I have heard (sayes he) nothing all this while but words;
but do you believe these things? 〈 ◊ 〉 ••on this the P••••pher yields. I have herd (Says he) nothing all this while but words;
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but now I finde a divine 〈 ◊ 〉 me into me, that I can no longer resist the Christian Fai••,
but now I find a divine 〈 ◊ 〉 me into me, that I can no longer resist the Christian Fai••,
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and this m•etly upon the propounding of the objec•••• ••ith, with urging upon him, Doe you believe? Certainly in the things of faith we must believe before we can understand them fully 〈 ◊ 〉 ou• faith must sometimes help us to conceive,
and this m•etly upon the propounding of the objec•••• ••ith, with urging upon him, Do you believe? Certainly in the things of faith we must believe before we can understand them Fully 〈 ◊ 〉 ou• faith must sometime help us to conceive,
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and not •lwayes our conceiving help us to believe, we finde this in Peter, John 6.69. And we b•••• 〈 ◊ 〉 are sure that thou art the Christ the Son of the living God:
and not •lwayes our conceiving help us to believe, we find this in Peter, John 6.69. And we b•••• 〈 ◊ 〉 Are sure that thou art the christ the Son of the living God:
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mark, we believe and are sure. He doth not •ay, we are sure, and believe: but first believe, and then are sure;
mark, we believe and Are sure. He does not •ay, we Are sure, and believe: but First believe, and then Are sure;
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by believing we come to be sure.
by believing we come to be sure.
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There are many they would faine be sure that Christ died for them, that there sins are pardoned,
There Are many they would feign be sure that christ died for them, that there Sins Are pardoned,
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and that they are the children of God:
and that they Are the children of God:
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and they endeavour to make this out by arguments, from the effects, and would try themselves by such and such notes:
and they endeavour to make this out by Arguments, from the effects, and would try themselves by such and such notes:
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but we should rather, and in the first place goe the way the Apostle doth here, we believe and are sure:
but we should rather, and in the First place go the Way the Apostle does Here, we believe and Are sure:
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we should cast our soules upon the truth of the word, and by believing come to be sure.
we should cast our Souls upon the truth of the word, and by believing come to be sure.
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So much for the first, the things of God are things not seen.
So much for the First, the things of God Are things not seen.
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But now faith, that doth evidence and make them cleare, We know in whom we have believed, 2 Tim. 1.12. and the mercies of God in Christ are called The sure mercies of David, Acts 13.34. Faith is not a meer notion, imagination, or conceit, but tis that which makes all sure and certaine to the soul.
But now faith, that does evidence and make them clear, We know in whom we have believed, 2 Tim. 1.12. and the Mercies of God in christ Are called The sure Mercies of David, Acts 13.34. Faith is not a mere notion, imagination, or conceit, but this that which makes all sure and certain to the soul.
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I should have answered a case here, whether or no there may not be faith without assurance, that is without assurance of a mans own salvation by Christ.
I should have answered a case Here, whither or not there may not be faith without assurance, that is without assurance of a men own salvation by christ.
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Certainly it must needs be a great mistake to put that upon the being of faith, which is the riches of faith;
Certainly it must needs be a great mistake to put that upon the being of faith, which is the riches of faith;
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for so the Scripture calls assurance: a man may be able to carry on his trade, though he be not rich;
for so the Scripture calls assurance: a man may be able to carry on his trade, though he be not rich;
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and a man may be a believer, though he be not rich in assurance: now assurance is the cream of faith, the riches of faith.
and a man may be a believer, though he be not rich in assurance: now assurance is the cream of faith, the riches of faith.
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I should have shewn also how far faith can be an evidence, where there is doubting. Only thus:
I should have shown also how Far faith can be an evidence, where there is doubting. Only thus:
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the assurance we have by faith building upon the word, and drawing conclusions from divine principles, (for that I should have spoken of,
the assurance we have by faith building upon the word, and drawing conclusions from divine principles, (for that I should have spoken of,
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how faith draws things up to an evidence, by divine and spiritual principles; and what these principles are:
how faith draws things up to an evidence, by divine and spiritual principles; and what these principles Are:
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but we cannot stand to open this: but) it is so farre an evidence, that the soul can venture upon it, as I told you before;
but we cannot stand to open this: but) it is so Far an evidence, that the soul can venture upon it, as I told you before;
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faith is a foundation that the soule dare venture upon:
faith is a Foundation that the soul Dare venture upon:
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as that Martyr said, though I cannot dispute for the truth, yet I can dye for the truth.
as that Martyr said, though I cannot dispute for the truth, yet I can die for the truth.
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Where faith comes with a convincing light, though there may be doubts and fears, and temptations;
Where faith comes with a convincing Light, though there may be doubts and fears, and temptations;
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yet it can trust, and depend; and the soule resolves if I perish, I will perish here:
yet it can trust, and depend; and the soul resolves if I perish, I will perish Here:
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let all the world say what they will, I finde this is the way, and whatever comes of it I will not goe back:
let all the world say what they will, I find this is the Way, and whatever comes of it I will not go back:
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and by this means over-powers the soul, and carries it through opposition; and so faith is an evidence.
and by this means overpowers the soul, and carries it through opposition; and so faith is an evidence.
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Many things should have been spoken by way of application.
Many things should have been spoken by Way of application.
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As First, If faith be an evidence to other things, and makes them seen, then it is an evidence to it self. I mean thus:
As First, If faith be an evidence to other things, and makes them seen, then it is an evidence to it self. I mean thus:
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It is therefore possible for a soul to know its own good condition and its interest in Christ, meerly by the very work of faith it self;
It is Therefore possible for a soul to know its own good condition and its Interest in christ, merely by the very work of faith it self;
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though for the present it be not able to argue, a postericri, from the effects of faith,
though for the present it be not able to argue, a postericri, from the effects of faith,
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yet it may argue a priori; faith may evidence it self.
yet it may argue a priori; faith may evidence it self.
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Many Christians goe on in a doubting way, meerly because they think they must have evidences of their faith, by some effects that follow their faith;
Many Christians go on in a doubting Way, merely Because they think they must have evidences of their faith, by Some effects that follow their faith;
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and till then they can have no comfort; tis true, where true faith is, there will be fruits and effects of it:
and till then they can have no Comfort; this true, where true faith is, there will be fruits and effects of it:
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but certainly if you could learn this mystery of the Gospel, to finde an evidence in faith it self you would sooner come to comfort;
but Certainly if you could Learn this mystery of the Gospel, to find an evidence in faith it self you would sooner come to Comfort;
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And it is a safer way a great deal:
And it is a safer Way a great deal:
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as thus, if you have doubts about your condition, and feare your sinnes are not pardoned;
as thus, if you have doubts about your condition, and Fear your Sins Are not pardoned;
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and that you have no interest in Christ, the way to be freed from these doubts and feares, is by renewing the act of faith it selfe, by presenting to your souls the riches of the grace of God in the Lord Jesus;
and that you have no Interest in christ, the Way to be freed from these doubts and fears, is by renewing the act of faith it self, by presenting to your Souls the riches of the grace of God in the Lord jesus;
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and by viewing the glory of that, see if it will not draw out you souls to believe.
and by viewing the glory of that, see if it will not draw out you Souls to believe.
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And if upon this your hearts stir not for the present, set these things before your soules again,
And if upon this your hearts stir not for the present, Set these things before your Souls again,
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and turn not from renewing the acts of faith, to pore upon your corruptions, and then say, you can see no interest that you have in Christ:
and turn not from renewing the acts of faith, to poor upon your corruptions, and then say, you can see no Interest that you have in christ:
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but look upward againe and again, and by the very viewing of them, a vertue will come in, to draw the heart to believe.
but look upward again and again, and by the very viewing of them, a virtue will come in, to draw the heart to believe.
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As by presenting the law, there is an efficacy to terrifie and affright, so by presenting the glorious things of the Gospel, there is an efficacy to draw out faith:
As by presenting the law, there is an efficacy to terrify and affright, so by presenting the glorious things of the Gospel, there is an efficacy to draw out faith:
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And then you are to renew the very primitive work of faith;
And then you Are to renew the very primitive work of faith;
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that is, to close with Christ, and to cast your selves upon the freeness of the grace of God in Christ;
that is, to close with christ, and to cast your selves upon the freeness of the grace of God in christ;
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and though you finde in your hearts such and such corruptions, and are ready to say, shall such a one as I am,
and though you find in your hearts such and such corruptions, and Are ready to say, shall such a one as I am,
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so polluted and defiled, cast my selfe upon the grace of God in Christ? yet lay hold upon Christ,
so polluted and defiled, cast my self upon the grace of God in christ? yet lay hold upon christ,
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and you have as much reason to doe it from thence, as from any thing;
and you have as much reason to do it from thence, as from any thing;
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and therefore this must be thy course, to renew this primitive act of thy faith again and again.
and Therefore this must be thy course, to renew this primitive act of thy faith again and again.
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I But yet my doubts and feares remaine:
I But yet my doubts and fears remain:
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but if thou wouldest have an evidence, to it again and again a thousand times over,
but if thou Wouldst have an evidence, to it again and again a thousand times over,
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and at last there will be an evidence of the act of faith it self.
and At last there will be an evidence of the act of faith it self.
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But you will say, this may be presumption to cast ones self upon the free grace of God in Christ.
But you will say, this may be presumption to cast ones self upon the free grace of God in christ.
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I answer, this is no presumption, because the very act it selfe gives thee a right to all that is in God and Christ.
I answer, this is no presumption, Because the very act it self gives thee a right to all that is in God and christ.
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Now presumption is when a man takes that which he hath no right to:
Now presumption is when a man Takes that which he hath no right to:
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and if a man doe that to which he hath no right before, yet if that he doth give him a right, it is no presumption.
and if a man do that to which he hath no right before, yet if that he does give him a right, it is no presumption.
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But you will say, this is a licentious way, & gives liberty.
But you will say, this is a licentious Way, & gives liberty.
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O do not wrong faith, when thou (though thou canst see no reason for it) in the want of sight and sense, canst venture thy selfe upon the riches of the grace of God in Christ, it is the mo•t glorious work that thou canst possibly do in this world:
O do not wrong faith, when thou (though thou Canst see no reason for it) in the want of sighed and sense, Canst venture thy self upon the riches of the grace of God in christ, it is the mo•t glorious work that thou Canst possibly do in this world:
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shouldst thou be able to live to overcome all thy corruptions, and to doe the greatest service imaginable, it could not be so glorious a word as this.
Shouldst thou be able to live to overcome all thy corruptions, and to do the greatest service imaginable, it could not be so glorious a word as this.
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And it is the most difficult thing in the world; and therefore no doctrine of liberty;
And it is the most difficult thing in the world; and Therefore no Doctrine of liberty;
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that soul that can goe through all the difficulties of faith, that can overcome its infinite guilt,
that soul that can go through all the difficulties of faith, that can overcome its infinite guilt,
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and the terrours of the Law, and notwithstanding all that comes between God and it, can venture upon the free grace of God in Christ, may overcome all the difficulties in the world.
and the terrors of the Law, and notwithstanding all that comes between God and it, can venture upon the free grace of God in christ, may overcome all the difficulties in the world.
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Many other things might have been in urging of this, as now, though we are in the dark,
Many other things might have been in urging of this, as now, though we Are in the dark,
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and sight and sense, and all is gone; yet exercise faith, and if thou wouldst study to magnifie God as a Christian; this is the only way.
and sighed and sense, and all is gone; yet exercise faith, and if thou Wouldst study to magnify God as a Christian; this is the only Way.
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There is a notable instance of credit that Alexander gave to his Physitian, and the example of the trust he put in him did mightily honour him before all his Nobles:
There is a notable instance of credit that Alexander gave to his physician, and the Exampl of the trust he put in him did mightily honour him before all his Nobles:
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Alexander being sick, one sends to him and adviseth him to take heed of Philip his Physitian,Alexander being sick, one sends to him and adviseth him to take heed of Philip his physician,
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for that one had fee'd him to poyson him;
for that one had feed him to poison him;
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his Physitian brings him the potion, and Alexander gives him the letter, and drinkes the potion presently, intimating that he would not believe what was reported of him:
his physician brings him the potion, and Alexander gives him the Letter, and drinks the potion presently, intimating that he would not believe what was reported of him:
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and this was a mighty honour done to his Physitian;
and this was a mighty honour done to his physician;
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and so when thou hast no evidence in thy self, yet when thou hast many temptations that speak ill of the free grace of God in Christ,
and so when thou hast no evidence in thy self, yet when thou hast many temptations that speak ill of the free grace of God in christ,
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and that tell thee Christ hath left thee and forsaken thee;
and that tell thee christ hath left thee and forsaken thee;
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and that it would never be thus and thus with thee if Christ intended any good to thee;
and that it would never be thus and thus with thee if christ intended any good to thee;
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and when temptations are in their greatest heart, and speak the worst of Christ;
and when temptations Are in their greatest heart, and speak the worst of christ;
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Now to venture thy soule upon Christ, Christ will take it as the greatest honour thou art capable of doing to him:
Now to venture thy soul upon christ, christ will take it as the greatest honour thou art capable of doing to him:
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and it is the readiest way to advance the riches of his grace and mercy. And be afraid of unbelief, as well as of presumption;
and it is the Readiest Way to advance the riches of his grace and mercy. And be afraid of unbelief, as well as of presumption;
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be afraid lest thou shouldest not magnifie the riches of the grace of God in Christ, which is his great design amongst the children of men.
be afraid lest thou Shouldst not magnify the riches of the grace of God in christ, which is his great Design among the children of men.
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I thought to have laid down something to shew what encouragement we have to believe in case of want of evidence,
I Thought to have laid down something to show what encouragement we have to believe in case of want of evidence,
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when we are in the dark, and can see no light, and to have given rules to help our faith:
when we Are in the dark, and can see no Light, and to have given rules to help our faith:
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But I will conclude with this one use.
But I will conclude with this one use.
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By what hath been delivered you may all see what an excellent and admirable grace faith is,
By what hath been Delivered you may all see what an excellent and admirable grace faith is,
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and of what use it is O brethren, in these times wherein there is such feare, trouble, and distraction;
and of what use it is Oh brothers, in these times wherein there is such Fear, trouble, and distraction;
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now to have faith to give a subsistance to all the things that God hath spoken of;
now to have faith to give a subsistence to all the things that God hath spoken of;
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a subsistance to all the glorious promises that God hath made to his people: what a give a subsistance to all these promises;
a subsistence to all the glorious promises that God hath made to his people: what a give a subsistence to all these promises;
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make them a foundation to rest upon;
make them a Foundation to rest upon;
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be willing to venture all you have, your Estates, names, liberties, lives, for the furthering and fultilling the glorious promises which God hath made unto his Church:
be willing to venture all you have, your Estates, names, Liberties, lives, for the furthering and fultilling the glorious promises which God hath made unto his Church:
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and if you have faith, that gives foundation to those promises, you will doe so.
and if you have faith, that gives Foundation to those promises, you will do so.
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And though we see nothing but darknesse and misery upon the world, yet let us exercise faith;
And though we see nothing but darkness and misery upon the world, yet let us exercise faith;
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if the hour of temptation be yet to come, as who knowes, then we shall have need of faith;
if the hour of temptation be yet to come, as who knows, then we shall have need of faith;
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and faith onely in such darknesse can help us to light.
and faith only in such darkness can help us to Light.
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And for preparation for such times, labour to strengthen faith, and by what you have heard, you may see what stead faith will stand you in, in any danger.
And for preparation for such times, labour to strengthen faith, and by what you have herd, you may see what stead faith will stand you in, in any danger.
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It is a great comfort to a Christian, that though he be in the dark in many things (as there are many truths now disputed abo•t Churches,
It is a great Comfort to a Christian, that though he be in the dark in many things (as there Are many truths now disputed abo•t Churches,
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and the like) yet to know he hath that in him that will make the things of eternal life evident to him:
and the like) yet to know he hath that in him that will make the things of Eternal life evident to him:
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It is a wonderful ble•ling of God to have a principle that gives subsistance to evidence to such things as these are.
It is a wondered ble•ling of God to have a principle that gives subsistence to evidence to such things as these Are.
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How exceedingly would many poor souls re•oyce, if they might have an evidence but of some one truth of religion ▪ as the truth of a deity, which reason gives light in;
How exceedingly would many poor Souls re•oyce, if they might have an evidence but of Some one truth of Religion ▪ as the truth of a deity, which reason gives Light in;
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they are so pestred with Atheisme, that they would give a thousand worlds to be rid of it.
they Are so pestered with Atheism, that they would give a thousand world's to be rid of it.
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Now if this be so great a mercy, to have that which doth evidence onely one principle of religion;
Now if this be so great a mercy, to have that which does evidence only one principle of Religion;
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what a glorious mercy then is it, to have faith to evidence all the glorious things of God:
what a glorious mercy then is it, to have faith to evidence all the glorious things of God:
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and to make them clear and plain to you!
and to make them clear and plain to you!
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you can remember there was a time when you thought them fancies and conceits, but now you see them as cleare as the light of the Sunne,
you can Remember there was a time when you Thought them fancies and conceits, but now you see them as clear as the Light of the Sun,
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and you would not now for a thousand worlds but you saw them as you doe.
and you would not now for a thousand world's but you saw them as you do.
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Hereafter (brethren) when we shall see them not by faith, but by sense, O how shall we blesse God then, that we had before an evidence of these things mad: to our soules.
Hereafter (brothers) when we shall see them not by faith, but by sense, Oh how shall we bless God then, that we had before an evidence of these things mad: to our Souls.
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What would have become of us if we had not had an evidence to cleare those things to us that lead to this glory, to evidence the righteousnesse of God in Christ for eternal life.
What would have become of us if we had not had an evidence to clear those things to us that led to this glory, to evidence the righteousness of God in christ for Eternal life.
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I saw these things subsisting and evident before, and now God reveales them fully to me;
I saw these things subsisting and evident before, and now God reveals them Fully to me;
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whereas on the other •ide, those that want a principle of faith to make them substantial and evident to them,
whereas on the other •ide, those that want a principle of faith to make them substantial and evident to them,
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when they shall come to be substantial and evident to their sense, O what a horrid terrour will it be unto them!
when they shall come to be substantial and evident to their sense, Oh what a horrid terror will it be unto them!
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then you will say, O Lord, that I had seen these things before, my heart then would never have been so taken with the things of the world:
then you will say, Oh Lord, that I had seen these things before, my heart then would never have been so taken with the things of the world:
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I ran madly upon the vanities of the world, to get riches and honours;
I ran madly upon the vanities of the world, to get riches and honours;
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and I thought I was the onely happy man, and that those things were the onely substantial and real things,
and I Thought I was the only happy man, and that those things were the only substantial and real things,
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and those things that I heard the Preacher speak of I thought them to be but notions and conceits:
and those things that I herd the Preacher speak of I Thought them to be but notions and conceits:
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but now I see they are real and substantial. O miserable man that now I am!
but now I see they Are real and substantial. O miserable man that now I am!
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O the work of faith that can make those that are of weak parts, to see the great things of God, James 2.5. Hearken my brethren (saies the Apo•tle) God hath chosen the poor of this world to be rich in faith.
Oh the work of faith that can make those that Are of weak parts, to see the great things of God, James 2.5. Harken my brothers (Says the Apo•tle) God hath chosen the poor of this world to be rich in faith.
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To understand the great things of faith;
To understand the great things of faith;
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that poor men should understand the great, the deep, the glorious things of God, that were hid from the foundations of the world, it is a wonderful work;
that poor men should understand the great, the deep, the glorious things of God, that were hid from the foundations of the world, it is a wondered work;
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therefore when John sent to Christ, to know if he were the Messias, Christ gives this as one argument, The poor receive the Gospel, Matthew 11.5.
Therefore when John sent to christ, to know if he were the Messias, christ gives this as one argument, The poor receive the Gospel, Matthew 11.5.
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Why, was that an argument that Christ was the Messias, was it not rather an argument against him? that the poor did it:
Why, was that an argument that christ was the Messias, was it not rather an argument against him? that the poor did it:
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if the great ones had done it, it had been an argument. No, The poor receive the Gospel.
if the great ones had done it, it had been an argument. No, The poor receive the Gospel.
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And that those that are poor and weak in other things, should have this mighty work wrought in their souls, to be able to receive Christ and the Gospel:
And that those that Are poor and weak in other things, should have this mighty work wrought in their Souls, to be able to receive christ and the Gospel:
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this is an argument of the mighty power of God.
this is an argument of the mighty power of God.
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Brethren, to have the use of the eve of the bod•, by which we can see the great works of God the Sun, Moon,
Brothers, to have the use of the eve of the bod•, by which we can see the great works of God the Sun, Moon,
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and Stars, and can take notice of the glory of God in these this is a great ble•ling:
and Stars, and can take notice of the glory of God in these this is a great ble•ling:
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what man would be willing to lose the •ight of his eves, to gaine a world:
what man would be willing to loose the •ight of his eves, to gain a world:
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because is discovers so much of the glory of God. Now if the eye that receives onely these natural things, be so precious.
Because is discovers so much of the glory of God. Now if the eye that receives only these natural things, be so precious.
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O then what it is to have a principle within us, an eye of faith clearly to evidence the great things and glorious councels of God unto us? if a christall that can receive colours into it from without, be precious;
O then what it is to have a principle within us, an eye of faith clearly to evidence the great things and glorious Counsels of God unto us? if a crystal that can receive colours into it from without, be precious;
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O what is the christall of faith? it may well be called precious faith, for it receives into the soul the glory of God and the excellencies of Christ,
Oh what is the crystal of faith? it may well be called precious faith, for it receives into the soul the glory of God and the excellencies of christ,
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and the great things of eternal life.
and the great things of Eternal life.
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And these are brouuht into the soule by faith, in the reallity and power of them to raise the heart,
And these Are brouuht into the soul by faith, in the reality and power of them to raise the heart,
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and to fill it with all joy and peace in believing, and to carry the soule through all the torubles of this world.
and to fill it with all joy and peace in believing, and to carry the soul through all the torubles of this world.
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O the eye of faith is a precious eye! the eye of sense is precious because we can see the visible objects by that;
O the eye of faith is a precious eye! the eye of sense is precious Because we can see the visible objects by that;
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but the eye of reason is more precious, because that can make things seen which are not seen by the eye of sense;
but the eye of reason is more precious, Because that can make things seen which Are not seen by the eye of sense;
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reason can discourse up to God himselfe:
reason can discourse up to God himself:
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and it is the wonderful excellency of a reasonable creature that God hath given him that ability, that he can discourse so from the effect to the cause,
and it is the wondered excellency of a reasonable creature that God hath given him that ability, that he can discourse so from the Effect to the cause,
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and from one cause to another, till at last he gets up to God, the first being of all.
and from one cause to Another, till At last he gets up to God, the First being of all.
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This is an admirable endowment we should bless God for: but now, if the use of reason have such an excellency in it;
This is an admirable endowment we should bless God for: but now, if the use of reason have such an excellency in it;
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because by that we have an evidence of reasonable things to us, then still goe higher,
Because by that we have an evidence of reasonable things to us, then still go higher,
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and labour to have a right esteem of this precious faith, that gives unto us such evidence of the glorious things of God,
and labour to have a right esteem of this precious faith, that gives unto us such evidence of the glorious things of God,
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even that faith that God puts into our hearts on purpose, that by it we might be able to receive into our soules those glorious and hidden mysteries of godlinesse that doe infinitely concern our eternal peace.
even that faith that God puts into our hearts on purpose, that by it we might be able to receive into our Souls those glorious and hidden Mysteres of godliness that do infinitely concern our Eternal peace.
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This Sermon was preacht April 25. 1641.This Sermon was preached April 25. 1641.
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JOHN 8. v. 36. If the Son therefore shall make you free, you shall be free indeed.JOHN 8. v. 36. If the Son Therefore shall make you free, you shall be free indeed.
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IN this Chapter we have Christ continuing of his contest with the wrangling peevish Jewes, in answering all that they said, notwithstanding they snarled at every word almost that past.
IN this Chapter we have christ Continuing of his contest with the wrangling peevish Jews, in answering all that they said, notwithstanding they snarled At every word almost that past.
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But however it was with the multitude, yet there were some that were taken with what he said:
But however it was with the multitude, yet there were Some that were taken with what he said:
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for in verse 30. it is said, As he spake these words many believed on him;
for in verse 30. it is said, As he spoke these words many believed on him;
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at least there were some beginnings of Faith, or some preparations to it.
At least there were Some beginnings of Faith, or Some preparations to it.
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And Christ tells them vers. 31. That if they continued in his word, then they were his disciples indeed:
And christ tells them vers. 31. That if they continued in his word, then they were his Disciples indeed:
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as if he should say, it is not enough that you are stirred for the present and professe you believe in me;
as if he should say, it is not enough that you Are stirred for the present and profess you believe in me;
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I will not take you for my disciples, unlesse you continue in my word:
I will not take you for my Disciples, unless you continue in my word:
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how often doe the flashes that are upon the hearts and consciences of men vanish and come to nothing? they continue not in the word of Christ,
how often do the flashes that Are upon the hearts and Consciences of men vanish and come to nothing? they continue not in the word of christ,
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and therefore are not his disciples.
and Therefore Are not his Disciples.
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Christ tels them further, that they must understand more concerning their condition then yet they apprehended.
christ tells them further, that they must understand more Concerning their condition then yet they apprehended.
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And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shal make you free, v. 32. as if he should say,And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free, v. 32. as if he should say,
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though you have some confused apprehensions of things for the present, yet it is but very little you know of your condition:
though you have Some confused apprehensions of things for the present, yet it is but very little you know of your condition:
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but if you will go on in the way that God is beginning with you, in stirring your consciences;
but if you will go on in the Way that God is beginning with you, in stirring your Consciences;
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if you will continue, you shall come to know more than yet you know, Ye shall know the truth,
if you will continue, you shall come to know more than yet you know, You shall know the truth,
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and the ••uth shall make you free; and the ••uth shall make you free;
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and then in ver. 33. say they, we are Abraham• seed, and never were in bondage to any man:
and then in ver. 33. say they, we Are Abraham• seed, and never were in bondage to any man:
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how sayest thou, ye shall be made free, See here, they begin to snarle againe.how Sayest thou, you shall be made free, See Here, they begin to snarl again.
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Master Calvin, I remember, thinks that these are the words rather of some other of the Jewes that were present,
Master calvin, I Remember, thinks that these Are the words rather of Some other of the Jews that were present,
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then of those that are said before to believe: but others think it may be understood even of those that are said to believe;
then of those that Are said before to believe: but Others think it may be understood even of those that Are said to believe;
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for though they did begin to assent to the doctrine of Christ, and were very much convinced,
for though they did begin to assent to the Doctrine of christ, and were very much convinced,
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yet there was still abundance of frowardness, perverseness and crookedness in their spirits:
yet there was still abundance of frowardness, perverseness and crookedness in their spirits:
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so that they begin againe to wrangle with Christ, especially when he doth but intimate to them any thing of their bondage.
so that they begin again to wrangle with christ, especially when he does but intimate to them any thing of their bondage.
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It is a usual thing for many people, that have some stirrings of conscience, and some beginnings of the working of Gods spirit in them,
It is a usual thing for many people, that have Some stirrings of conscience, and Some beginnings of the working of God's Spirit in them,
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and it may be saving ones too, yet to continue a long time in much frowardnesse,
and it may be Saving ones too, yet to continue a long time in much frowardness,
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and perversness of spirit, if they be opposed in their way.
and perverseness of Spirit, if they be opposed in their Way.
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Therefore, say they, do you speak to us of bondage, and tell us of freedom? why, We were never in bondage to any, ver. 33. What, never in bondage to any? were not the Iewes in bondage to the Babylonians, when in captivity to them? and were they not at this very time in bondage to the R•mans? and yet we were never in bondage:
Therefore, say they, do you speak to us of bondage, and tell us of freedom? why, We were never in bondage to any, ver. 33. What, never in bondage to any? were not the Iewes in bondage to the Babylonians, when in captivity to them? and were they not At this very time in bondage to the R•mans? and yet we were never in bondage:
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thus carnal hearts, till grace fully subdue them, are very loath to know their wretched condition;
thus carnal hearts, till grace Fully subdue them, Are very loath to know their wretched condition;
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they love not to heare of any thing that discovers to them the misery that they are in:
they love not to hear of any thing that discovers to them the misery that they Are in:
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they were never in bondage, they say, but yet Christ pitieth them:
they were never in bondage, they say, but yet christ Pitieth them:
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he did not take advantage to fling away presently, because he saw them continue stil in their perverseness,
he did not take advantage to fling away presently, Because he saw them continue still in their perverseness,
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and snarling at what he spake, but tels them what bondage he meant.
and snarling At what he spoke, but tells them what bondage he meant.
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As if he should say, the truth is, though you think your selves free, yet there is a bondage that you are in,
As if he should say, the truth is, though you think your selves free, yet there is a bondage that you Are in,
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and such a bondage that none can deliver you, but the Son of God alone. If the Son therefore shal make you free, you shal be free indeed.
and such a bondage that none can deliver you, but the Son of God alone. If the Son Therefore shall make you free, you shall be free indeed.
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Thus we come to the words of the Text. These words, you see then, hold forth unto us the blessed libertie of the Gospel;
Thus we come to the words of the Text. These words, you see then, hold forth unto us the blessed liberty of the Gospel;
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that freedome that believers have by Christ. I come then presently to the maine doctrinal conclusion which is this:
that freedom that believers have by christ. I come then presently to the main doctrinal conclusion which is this:
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There is a blessed liberty, that Christians enjoy by Christ, and only by him. There is a blessed liberty, that Christians enjoy by christ, and only by him.
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This doctrine of Christian liberty that is enjoyed by Christ, is a Treasury of abundance of admirable consolation,
This Doctrine of Christian liberty that is enjoyed by christ, is a Treasury of abundance of admirable consolation,
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and much of the mystery of the Gospel is contained in this doctrine.
and much of the mystery of the Gospel is contained in this Doctrine.
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I should enlarge my discourse too farre, and seek to gripe too much, should I think to give you but a view of this doctrine in all the points of it.
I should enlarge my discourse too Far, and seek to gripe too much, should I think to give you but a view of this Doctrine in all the points of it.
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If we should intend to handle it at large, I should shew to you. 1. What that is that Christ doth set believers free from. 2. The priviledges of this freedome they have by Christ. 3. The Subject of it:
If we should intend to handle it At large, I should show to you. 1. What that is that christ does Set believers free from. 2. The privileges of this freedom they have by christ. 3. The Subject of it:
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who it is that hath this freedome. 4. By whom it comes:
who it is that hath this freedom. 4. By whom it comes:
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how it is by the Son, and onely by him. 5. The price and purchase of this freedome. 6. The interest that believers have in this freedome:
how it is by the Son, and only by him. 5. The price and purchase of this freedom. 6. The Interest that believers have in this freedom:
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how they come to be enfranchised and to have interest in it. And 7. the application of it.
how they come to be enfranchised and to have Interest in it. And 7. the application of it.
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But should I goe this way to work, it is but little I should be able to doe:
But should I go this Way to work, it is but little I should be able to do:
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therefore I will not graspe so much. I intend therefore to handle but one special thing in this our freedome by Christ.
Therefore I will not grasp so much. I intend Therefore to handle but one special thing in this our freedom by christ.
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If I should shew to you, first of all what we are freed from;
If I should show to you, First of all what we Are freed from;
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then there is the freedome from the law, the freedome from the power of sinne, the freedome from the bondage of feare, the freedome from an accusing conscience, the freedome from slavishnesse in the performance of holy duties;
then there is the freedom from the law, the freedom from the power of sin, the freedom from the bondage of Fear, the freedom from an accusing conscience, the freedom from slavishness in the performance of holy duties;
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we are set at liberty in holy duties; the freedome from death, and the evil of that;
we Are Set At liberty in holy duties; the freedom from death, and the evil of that;
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the freedome from the slavery of the devil, and the freedome from the Ceremonial Law; but neither must we seek to gripe all these particulars:
the freedom from the slavery of the Devil, and the freedom from the Ceremonial Law; but neither must we seek to gripe all these particulars:
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to shew you our freedome in these, I shall onely pitch upon one, and that is our freedome from the Law.
to show you our freedom in these, I shall only pitch upon one, and that is our freedom from the Law.
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If the Son therefore shall make you free, ye shall be free indeed. If the Son Therefore shall make you free, you shall be free indeed.
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The doctrine of freedome from the Law, is the subject that we are to handle at this time:
The Doctrine of freedom from the Law, is the Subject that we Are to handle At this time:
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and when I speak of freedome from the Law, I meane, not freedome from obedience to the Law:
and when I speak of freedom from the Law, I mean, not freedom from Obedience to the Law:
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tis an erroneous conceit, to think we are freed from obedience to the Law:
this an erroneous conceit, to think we Are freed from Obedience to the Law:
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and it is a conceit too meane and absurd for us to spend time about it now, that have so little,
and it is a conceit too mean and absurd for us to spend time about it now, that have so little,
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and having to deal in a matter of so great consequence as we have;
and having to deal in a matter of so great consequence as we have;
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for what is the Law but the Image of God, the very beame of the wisdome and holinesse of God himselfe,
for what is the Law but the Image of God, the very beam of the Wisdom and holiness of God himself,
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if you look at it, as requiring obedience;
if you look At it, as requiring Obedience;
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and for any to say, we should be freed from obedience to the Law, is as much as to say, we should be freed from the Image of God, from the beame of the wisdome and holinesse of God himselfe;
and for any to say, we should be freed from Obedience to the Law, is as much as to say, we should be freed from the Image of God, from the beam of the Wisdom and holiness of God himself;
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therefore we will spend no time about that;
Therefore we will spend no time about that;
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but when I speak of freedome from the law, I mean freedome from the rigour of the law, from the condemning sentence of the law, in which all the rigour of it appears.
but when I speak of freedom from the law, I mean freedom from the rigour of the law, from the condemning sentence of the law, in which all the rigour of it appears.
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Wherefore then it is necessary, first to give you a view of the bondage that we are all in, under the law, unlesse delivered by Christ.
Wherefore then it is necessary, First to give you a view of the bondage that we Are all in, under the law, unless Delivered by christ.
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And then Secondly, I shall endeavour to open to you, wherein the liberty of the Gospel doth consist, that Christ hath purchased for us.
And then Secondly, I shall endeavour to open to you, wherein the liberty of the Gospel does consist, that christ hath purchased for us.
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These two things (brethren) have in them the chiefe doctrine of divinity, and except you be well instructed and setled in these two, you cannot know aright any point of Religion. For the first;
These two things (brothers) have in them the chief Doctrine of divinity, and except you be well instructed and settled in these two, you cannot know aright any point of Religion. For the First;
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I will be but briefe in that, though there be many particulars in it;
I will be but brief in that, though there be many particulars in it;
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for it is the second I chiefly intend, And for a preparation to this first, this I shall tell you before hand, that I shall name many things unto you that will seeme exceeding hard;
for it is the second I chiefly intend, And for a preparation to this First, this I shall tell you before hand, that I shall name many things unto you that will seem exceeding hard;
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but yet take this consideration along, that although the things I name to you appear never so hard,
but yet take this consideration along, that although the things I name to you appear never so hard,
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yet they are but in order to that which I shall afterward deliver to you, that shall have much comfort and peace in it.
yet they Are but in order to that which I shall afterwards deliver to you, that shall have much Comfort and peace in it.
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If I tell you any thing of your bondage, it is onely to this end, that you may know the blessednesse of your freedome and liberty.
If I tell you any thing of your bondage, it is only to this end, that you may know the blessedness of your freedom and liberty.
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Wherefore then, for the rigour of the law (that you may know what you are freed from) you must know what this is,
Wherefore then, for the rigour of the law (that you may know what you Are freed from) you must know what this is,
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and what you are all under by nature as considered out of Christ, for so the holy Ghost expresseth our subjection to the law;
and what you Are all under by nature as considered out of christ, for so the holy Ghost Expresses our subjection to the law;
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he saith, we are under it. Rom, 6.14. Now ye are not under the law: there was a time when they were under the law;
he Says, we Are under it. Rom, 6.14. Now you Are not under the law: there was a time when they were under the law;
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first, then the rigour of the law is in this, it requires hard things of those that are under it.
First, then the rigour of the law is in this, it requires hard things of those that Are under it.
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I shall shew you afterward, how the things are not so to those that are set free by Christ:
I shall show you afterwards, how the things Are not so to those that Are Set free by christ:
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but to those that are under the law it is a hard yoke, it requires hard things, things that are crossed and contrary to the hearts and dispositions of all that are under it;
but to those that Are under the law it is a hard yoke, it requires hard things, things that Are crossed and contrary to the hearts and dispositions of all that Are under it;
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things between which and their hearts there is an enmity and antipathy.
things between which and their hearts there is an enmity and antipathy.
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Now to require such things as one hath no minde to, but are quite contrary to ones nature,
Now to require such things as one hath no mind to, but Are quite contrary to ones nature,
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and that ones nature hath an antipathy against; this is very tedious;
and that ones nature hath an antipathy against; this is very tedious;
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and yet such are all the duties of the law, to those that are in bondage to it.
and yet such Are all the duties of the law, to those that Are in bondage to it.
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Secondly the law requires not onely hard, but impossible things, impossible to be performed by those that are under it;
Secondly the law requires not only hard, but impossible things, impossible to be performed by those that Are under it;
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the law is a yoke that neither we nor our fathers were able to bear, Acts 15 10. but that you will say is meant of the ceremonial law:
the law is a yoke that neither we nor our Father's were able to bear, Acts 15 10. but that you will say is meant of the ceremonial law:
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I, but there is more in it then so; for do but consider the occasion of that speech, it was upon this ground;
I, but there is more in it then so; for do but Consider the occasion of that speech, it was upon this ground;
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there were some that came from the Church of Jerusalem to the Church of Antioch, and they troubled the disciples there with two doctrines, the doctrine of the necessity of the ceremonial law,
there were Some that Come from the Church of Jerusalem to the Church of Antioch, and they troubled the Disciples there with two doctrines, the Doctrine of the necessity of the ceremonial law,
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and the doctrine of being justified by the law;
and the Doctrine of being justified by the law;
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now this Church of Antioch sends to the Church of Jerusalem, to be satisfied about both these qu•stions,
now this Church of Antioch sends to the Church of Jerusalem, to be satisfied about both these qu•stions,
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and that which is spoken is spoken concerning them both;
and that which is spoken is spoken Concerning them both;
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not onely the ceremonial law was that whereby they lookt for justification, but the moral law too;
not only the ceremonial law was that whereby they looked for justification, but the moral law too;
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and both were a yoke that neither they nor their fathers were able to bear;
and both were a yoke that neither they nor their Father's were able to bear;
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and the rather it must be meant of both, because in the very next words we finde it opposed to the grace of Christ, in vers. 11. But w• believe that through the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, we shall be saved even as they.
and the rather it must be meant of both, Because in the very next words we find it opposed to the grace of christ, in vers. 11. But w• believe that through the grace of the Lord jesus christ, we shall be saved even as they.
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As if he should say, you must not think to be saved by the law, but by the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ.
As if he should say, you must not think to be saved by the law, but by the grace of the Lord jesus christ.
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Now the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ is opposed to our justification, by obedience to the moral law,
Now the grace of the Lord jesus christ is opposed to our justification, by Obedience to the moral law,
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as well as to the ceremonial:
as well as to the ceremonial:
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so that the moral law is a yoke that neither we nor our fathers were able to beare.
so that the moral law is a yoke that neither we nor our Father's were able to bear.
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It requires of us such things as are impossible to be done by those that are under it.
It requires of us such things as Are impossible to be done by those that Are under it.
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We must not dispute now how this can be, or the justice of it; that will fall in afterward.
We must not dispute now how this can be, or the Justice of it; that will fallen in afterwards.
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And then thirdly, the law exacts all of us under the condition of perfection:
And then Thirdly, the law exacts all of us under the condition of perfection:
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the law accepts of nothing but that which is compleat and absolutly perfect every way, both in regard of the principle from whence,
the law accepts of nothing but that which is complete and absolutely perfect every Way, both in regard of the principle from whence,
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and the manner how, and the rule by which, and end to which, it requires absolute perfection.
and the manner how, and the Rule by which, and end to which, it requires absolute perfection.
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Fourthly, the law accepts of no surety, it must have it done in our own persons:
Fourthly, the law accepts of no surety, it must have it done in our own Persons:
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like a severe creditor that will be paid to the utmost farthing, and by our selves.
like a severe creditor that will be paid to the utmost farthing, and by our selves.
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I say the law, in it selfe considered, lookes for a perfect righteousnesse of our own persons, or else it condemnes us;
I say the law, in it self considered, looks for a perfect righteousness of our own Persons, or Else it condemns us;
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this is the righteousnesse of the law, That he that doth the things therein contained, shall live by them. Rom. 10.5. He that doth: there must be doing, and that by himselfe personally, or not at all.
this is the righteousness of the law, That he that does the things therein contained, shall live by them. Rom. 10.5. He that does: there must be doing, and that by himself personally, or not At all.
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But it may be, though there be much required, yet upon some endeavours there may be some remission.
But it may be, though there be much required, yet upon Some endeavours there may be Some remission.
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In the fift place therefore, such is the rigour and severity of the law, that let us endeavour never so much to obey it,
In the fift place Therefore, such is the rigour and severity of the law, that let us endeavour never so much to obey it,
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yet all our endeavours are rejected, if they come not up to perfect obedience:
yet all our endeavours Are rejected, if they come not up to perfect Obedience:
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Tis a vain plea of many people to say, they doe what they can, and desire well, and endeavour well;
This a vain plea of many people to say, they do what they can, and desire well, and endeavour well;
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It is true, this is somewhat to those that are children, and have freedome by Christ (as you shall heare by and by) but to those that are under the law, endeavours to obey,
It is true, this is somewhat to those that Are children, and have freedom by christ (as you shall hear by and by) but to those that Are under the law, endeavours to obey,
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though never so strong, if the work be not done, are not accepted by God. Sixthly, the law requires constancy in all these:
though never so strong, if the work be not done, Are not accepted by God. Sixthly, the law requires constancy in all these:
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suppose we could obey the law, or goe on very farre in many things, yet such are the termes between God and us,
suppose we could obey the law, or go on very Far in many things, yet such Are the terms between God and us,
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as we are under the law, that if we were able to obey the law in every thing as long as we live, till the very last moment,
as we Are under the law, that if we were able to obey the law in every thing as long as we live, till the very last moment,
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and should offend but in any one particular at the last moment, were it not for this freedome we have by this Son, we were utterly undone for ever;
and should offend but in any one particular At the last moment, were it not for this freedom we have by this Son, we were utterly undone for ever;
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you may see by the way still as you goe of what infinite concernment our freedome by Christ is.
you may see by the Way still as you go of what infinite concernment our freedom by christ is.
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You must look to your selves how you get deliverance by Christ; for certainly this is your condition as long as you are under the law.
You must look to your selves how you get deliverance by christ; for Certainly this is your condition as long as you Are under the law.
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Seventhly, the law exacts the obedience it requires exceeding rigorously, in a way of violence upon all that are under it, it comes roughly upon them as Pharoahs task-masters;
Seventhly, the law exacts the Obedience it requires exceeding rigorously, in a Way of violence upon all that Are under it, it comes roughly upon them as Pharaohs taskmasters;
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it requires the work, and lookes not at strength;
it requires the work, and looks not At strength;
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strength or no strength, the work is required, and required with exceeding rigour, with dreadful threatning if it be not performed:
strength or no strength, the work is required, and required with exceeding rigour, with dreadful threatening if it be not performed:
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therefore it is, the law was delivered in so dreadful a manner with thundering, and lightning,
Therefore it is, the law was Delivered in so dreadful a manner with thundering, and lightning,
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and earthquakes, and fire, so that it made even Moses himselfe to shake and tremble at the manner of delivering it; and in Deut. 33.2. it is called a fiery law, it came with mighty rigour: that is the seventh.
and earthquakes, and fire, so that it made even Moses himself to shake and tremble At the manner of delivering it; and in Deuteronomy 33.2. it is called a fiery law, it Come with mighty rigour: that is the seventh.
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Eighthly, there is this rigour in the law too, that upon any breach of it in the least thing, it doth by the severity of it break the soule,
Eighthly, there is this rigour in the law too, that upon any breach of it in the least thing, it does by the severity of it break the soul,
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so that it doth utterly disinable it for ever performing any obedience to it again:
so that it does utterly disinable it for ever performing any Obedience to it again:
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there is such hardness in the Covenant of the Law, the Law is like an Iron or Brazen wall, that upon any breach of it, the soule is but as an earthen vessel, that dashes against it, and is broken in pieces;
there is such hardness in the Covenant of the Law, the Law is like an Iron or Brazen wall, that upon any breach of it, the soul is but as an earthen vessel, that Dashes against it, and is broken in Pieces;
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so that there must be a creating power to make it whole again:
so that there must be a creating power to make it Whole again:
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consider I beseech you, I say, this is the condition of the Covenant of workes, which was made with us in Adam, which is now the Covenant of the Law, that upon any one breach, by the severity of it, it breakes the soul,
Consider I beseech you, I say, this is the condition of the Covenant of works, which was made with us in Adam, which is now the Covenant of the Law, that upon any one breach, by the severity of it, it breaks the soul,
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so that it doth utterly disirable it, for keeping it again: it roots out all the principles whereby the soul should be enabled to obey again:
so that it does utterly disirable it, for keeping it again: it roots out all the principles whereby the soul should be enabled to obey again:
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sinnes against the Gospel do not do so, as you shall heare hereafter.
Sins against the Gospel do not do so, as you shall hear hereafter.
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And this is the very ground, why upon the first sinne of Adam, we were all gone,
And this is the very ground, why upon the First sin of Adam, we were all gone,
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and so were the Angels upon their sinne because they had to deale with God onely in a Covenant of workes.
and so were the Angels upon their sin Because they had to deal with God only in a Covenant of works.
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But if upon the breach of the Law, we come to have all principles rooted out by which we should keep it, afterward, it will (we hope) pity us,
But if upon the breach of the Law, we come to have all principles rooted out by which we should keep it, afterwards, it will (we hope) pity us,
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and not exact obedience from us.
and not exact Obedience from us.
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Therefore in the ninth place, notwithstanding this, the Law goes on in its curse, and requires as perfect obedience,
Therefore in the ninth place, notwithstanding this, the Law Goes on in its curse, and requires as perfect Obedience,
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and that upon pain of eternal death, to every thing of it, as if we had all principles that might enable us to keep it still:
and that upon pain of Eternal death, to every thing of it, as if we had all principles that might enable us to keep it still:
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this is the severity of the Law;
this is the severity of the Law;
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it doth not remit at all of the threatning, or punishment, or exactnesse of obedience, notwithstanding we have lost all power to obey it.
it does not remit At all of the threatening, or punishment, or exactness of Obedience, notwithstanding we have lost all power to obey it.
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Yea further in the tenth place, it requires this of us, and gives us no strength at all to doe what it requires;
Yea further in the tenth place, it requires this of us, and gives us no strength At all to do what it requires;
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it findes us divested of those principles that once we had to yield obedience, and it affords us no new principles:
it finds us divested of those principles that once we had to yield Obedience, and it affords us no new principles:
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therefore some have compared the severity of it to Pharoahs Task-masters; it requires the tale of Brick, but gives no strength at all.
Therefore Some have compared the severity of it to Pharaohs Taskmasters; it requires the tale of Brick, but gives no strength At all.
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Yet further in the eleventh place, In all it doth, it strikes at our life; the Law is satisfied with no affliction;
Yet further in the eleventh place, In all it does, it strikes At our life; the Law is satisfied with no affliction;
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let it be transgrest in the least deg•••, all the afflictions that can possibly be in this world, will not satisfie it:
let it be transgressed in the least deg•••, all the afflictions that can possibly be in this world, will not satisfy it:
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such is the severity of it (I say) that it strikes at life and at eternal life;
such is the severity of it (I say) that it strikes At life and At Eternal life;
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it follows to pursue us to our blood, to temporal and eternal death:
it follows to pursue us to our blood, to temporal and Eternal death:
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and here I might open the condemning sentence of the Law, but that would require a subject by it selfe;
and Here I might open the condemning sentence of the Law, but that would require a Subject by it self;
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therefore I onely name what is in this head, that it strikes at our lives, upon every transgression of it.
Therefore I only name what is in this head, that it strikes At our lives, upon every Transgression of it.
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Again twelfthly, the severity of it, is in this, that upon any breach it doth presently binde over the soule (though it doe not execute it presently) by the strongest bonds that possible can be, to everlasting death;
Again twelfthly, the severity of it, is in this, that upon any breach it does presently bind over the soul (though it do not execute it presently) by the Strongest bonds that possible can be, to everlasting death;
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it suspends execution, but the bond is immediately sealed upon the breach of it:
it suspends execution, but the bound is immediately sealed upon the breach of it:
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so that all men, upon every breach of it, have chains clapt upon their soules, which is the guilt of sinne, whereby they stand bound to eternal death, by such bonds as all created power in heaven and earth is not able to loose.
so that all men, upon every breach of it, have chains clapped upon their Souls, which is the guilt of sin, whereby they stand bound to Eternal death, by such bonds as all created power in heaven and earth is not able to lose.
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Thirteenthly, In the next place, such is the severity of the law, that when it is once offend•d, it will never be made amends again by any thing we are able to doe.
Thirteenthly, In the next place, such is the severity of the law, that when it is once offend•d, it will never be made amends again by any thing we Are able to do.
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Suppose we have offended the Law in some one thing, and that but once;
Suppose we have offended the Law in Some one thing, and that but once;
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if after this, we should endeavour what we can for our lives and swelter our hearts blood to obey the Law,
if After this, we should endeavour what we can for our lives and swelter our hearts blood to obey the Law,
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and think to make up the breach we have made, yet we can never make it amends again.
and think to make up the breach we have made, yet we can never make it amends again.
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It is true, some, though they be offended yet by doubled ligence may be pleased again:
It is true, Some, though they be offended yet by doubled ligence may be pleased again:
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but we must never think to doe so with God;
but we must never think to do so with God;
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being under the law, when we have once broken it, we cannot with all our care and diligence be able to make it amends;
being under the law, when we have once broken it, we cannot with all our care and diligence be able to make it amends;
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and that is a great part of the severity of the Law.
and that is a great part of the severity of the Law.
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I, but what have we to doe, but to mourn and cry, and rent our hearts because of this distressed condition we are in?
I, but what have we to do, but to mourn and cry, and rend our hearts Because of this distressed condition we Are in?
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Fourteenthly, Nay the Law accepts of no repentance;
Fourteenthly, Nay the Law accepts of no Repentance;
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it will not discharge the guilt of any one sinne, for all the sorrow in the world.
it will not discharge the guilt of any one sin, for all the sorrow in the world.
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And here lieth a great mistake of people, when they have offended, they think they will be careful to make amends;
And Here lies a great mistake of people, when they have offended, they think they will be careful to make amends;
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and they will mourn and repent, &c. it is true, if you be under the Covenant of grace, this is something;
and they will mourn and Repent, etc. it is true, if you be under the Covenant of grace, this is something;
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but if you be in your carnal condition, should you weep your hearts out, and send streames of blood from your eyes, in mourning but for any one sinne• suppose that which thou countest a little matter, a sinne in thought, shouldest thou resolve to cry out and mourn for that one sinne all thy life, it will not be accepted,
but if you be in your carnal condition, should you weep your hearts out, and send streams of blood from your eyes, in mourning but for any one sinne• suppose that which thou countest a little matter, a sin in Thought, Shouldst thou resolve to cry out and mourn for that one sin all thy life, it will not be accepted,
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unlesse thou commest under the blessed liberty purchased by Christ: therefore know the difference of being under the Law and under the Gospel.
unless thou Comest under the blessed liberty purchased by christ: Therefore know the difference of being under the Law and under the Gospel.
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Fifteenthly, Yet further, such is the rigour of the Law, that when it hath opened our wounds and miseries, it goes no further;
Fifteenthly, Yet further, such is the rigour of the Law, that when it hath opened our wounds and misery's, it Goes no further;
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it shews us no means of deliverance: like a Surgeon, that opens the wound, but applies no remedy.
it shows us no means of deliverance: like a Surgeon, that Opens the wound, but Applies no remedy.
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Certainly were it not for a Mediator, we should finde the Law onely to open our wound, and there leave us.
Certainly were it not for a Mediator, we should find the Law only to open our wound, and there leave us.
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Sixteenthly, but yet again, such is our bondage to the Law, that instead of mortifying any of our sinnes, it rather stirres them up, and makes them more:
Sixteenthly, but yet again, such is our bondage to the Law, that instead of mortifying any of our Sins, it rather stirs them up, and makes them more:
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it threatneth indeed grievous things against the transgressors of it, but it doth not mortifie any sinne;
it threatens indeed grievous things against the transgressors of it, but it does not mortify any sin;
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it doth stir up lust (though accidentally) and makes our sin out of measure sinful.
it does stir up lust (though accidentally) and makes our since out of measure sinful.
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Seventeenthly, Yea, there is one thing more, after all this:
Seventeenthly, Yea, there is one thing more, After all this:
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If we should keep the Law, yet the promises of it are but mean and low in comparison of the promises of the Gospel.
If we should keep the Law, yet the promises of it Are but mean and low in comparison of the promises of the Gospel.
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I doe not say they are but temporal, though before the Gospel was revealed, there was but little of Spiritual promises,
I do not say they Are but temporal, though before the Gospel was revealed, there was but little of Spiritual promises,
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yet we know what the Apostle sayes, 2. Timoth. 1.10. That life and immortality is brou•ht to light through the Gospel.
yet we know what the Apostle Says, 2. Timothy 1.10. That life and immortality is brou•ht to Light through the Gospel.
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And though I doe not say, there are none, yet there are very few Scriptures of the old Testament that speak of eternal life.
And though I do not say, there Are none, yet there Are very few Scriptures of the old Testament that speak of Eternal life.
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Thus you see your bondage under the Law;
Thus you see your bondage under the Law;
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and surely you will now think it a blessed condition, to be free from the Law.
and surely you will now think it a blessed condition, to be free from the Law.
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And 'tis one Argument that a soul is delivered from the bondage of the Law,
And it's one Argument that a soul is Delivered from the bondage of the Law,
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when it can hear all this, and yield to Gods justice in it, and can have the heart raised to God in the hearing of it.
when it can hear all this, and yield to God's Justice in it, and can have the heart raised to God in the hearing of it.
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But if the soul at the hearing of these things, think them so hard and unreasonable, that it is ready to rise at them, it is a signe that the spirit is not acquainted with them;
But if the soul At the hearing of these things, think them so hard and unreasonable, that it is ready to rise At them, it is a Signen that the Spirit is not acquainted with them;
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and although these things may seem hard unto us, yet if we consider but three or four particulars, they will not appear so hard.
and although these things may seem hard unto us, yet if we Consider but three or four particulars, they will not appear so hard.
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First, doe but consider, you have to deale with a God of infinite justice and worth;
First, do but Consider, you have to deal with a God of infinite Justice and worth;
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indeed did we look upon God, as we look upon a creature like our selves, we should think it mighty hard:
indeed did we look upon God, as we look upon a creature like our selves, we should think it mighty hard:
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but now, when we have to deale with a God of infinite worth, we should not think it hard.
but now, when we have to deal with a God of infinite worth, we should not think it hard.
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Secondly, we shall not think it hard, if we consider that state of perfection wherein God made man at first:
Secondly, we shall not think it hard, if we Consider that state of perfection wherein God made man At First:
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however it is with us now, yet God did at first give us a stock to trade in the way of obedience,
however it is with us now, yet God did At First give us a stock to trade in the Way of Obedience,
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and to enable us to doe what the Law required.
and to enable us to do what the Law required.
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And then Thirdly, if you did but understand aright what sin is, then you would not think it hard, that upon that sin, we should be given up to such a woful condition we speak of:
And then Thirdly, if you did but understand aright what since is, then you would not think it hard, that upon that since, we should be given up to such a woeful condition we speak of:
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if you look upon sin as that which strikes at an infinite deity, at the very being of God himselfe,
if you look upon since as that which strikes At an infinite deity, At the very being of God himself,
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as much as in us lyeth, then you will not wonder that one sin should bring us into such a hard condition.
as much as in us lies, then you will not wonder that one since should bring us into such a hard condition.
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Fourthly, if we consider those things that we all take for granted that yet are as hard as these,
Fourthly, if we Consider those things that we all take for granted that yet Are as hard as these,
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and doe but lay them with them, and they will not seem so hard. As that God for one thought, should cast the Angels into eternal torments;
and do but lay them with them, and they will not seem so hard. As that God for one Thought, should cast the Angels into Eternal torments;
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and not so much as parly with them about any termes of peace:
and not so much as parley with them about any terms of peace:
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and that God for one sin in Adam, should condemne all mankinde, you all grant this in the general;
and that God for one since in Adam, should condemn all mankind, you all grant this in the general;
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yea further that God the Father should deale so with his own Son, the Son of his love,
yea further that God the Father should deal so with his own Son, the Son of his love,
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as to make him a curse for man;
as to make him a curse for man;
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and should lay the weight of his wrath upon him, so as to make him sweat drops of blood,
and should lay the weight of his wrath upon him, so as to make him sweat drops of blood,
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and to cry out, My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me? if you had never heard of such a thing, this would seem as hard as any thing we have spoken of.
and to cry out, My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me? if you had never herd of such a thing, this would seem as hard as any thing we have spoken of.
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Now before we come to speak of the other, let that which hath been said teach us, that surely then, all men in their natural condition are in a hard case:
Now before we come to speak of the other, let that which hath been said teach us, that surely then, all men in their natural condition Are in a hard case:
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as the Israelites when the bondage they were in under Pharoah encreased upon them, the Texts sayes, they saw themselves in an evil case.
as the Israelites when the bondage they were in under Pharaoh increased upon them, the Texts Says, they saw themselves in an evil case.
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O that upon the hearing of these things, you would learn to see what you are out of Christ:
O that upon the hearing of these things, you would Learn to see what you Are out of christ:
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that you would see your selves in an evil case, in a sad and dangerous condition.
that you would see your selves in an evil case, in a sad and dangerous condition.
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Secondly, if this be the case that every soul naturally is under such a bondage to the Law:
Secondly, if this be the case that every soul naturally is under such a bondage to the Law:
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then the saving of a soul is a great and a mighty work;
then the Saving of a soul is a great and a mighty work;
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yea such a work, that God must make heaven and earth to move to save a soul,
yea such a work, that God must make heaven and earth to move to save a soul,
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and to deliver it from the bondage of fin:
and to deliver it from the bondage of fin:
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the reason why people doe so slight this great work of salvation and mediation by Christ is,
the reason why people do so slight this great work of salvation and mediation by christ is,
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because they know not their bondage.
Because they know not their bondage.
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Understand but this bondage aright, what it is to be under the Law (I have not told you all this while of the condemnation of the Law,
Understand but this bondage aright, what it is to be under the Law (I have not told you all this while of the condemnation of the Law,
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or the curse of the Law:
or the curse of the Law:
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I have onely set out to you the bondage of the rigour of the Law) and by this you will see it is a great work to save a soul.
I have only Set out to you the bondage of the rigour of the Law) and by this you will see it is a great work to save a soul.
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Thirdly, you may see by this, how that vain plea of carnal hearts comes to nothing;
Thirdly, you may see by this, how that vain plea of carnal hearts comes to nothing;
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what will you trust now to your good meanings, good desires, and good intentions? and you will mourne and grieve, because you are no better;
what will you trust now to your good meanings, good Desires, and good intentions? and you will mourn and grieve, Because you Are no better;
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and you will doe what you can for God: tis true, these are good things;
and you will do what you can for God: this true, these Are good things;
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but are these the things you rest in for standing before God? if they be, certainly you know not the termes you stand in to God, nor what your bondage is.
but Are these the things you rest in for standing before God? if they be, Certainly you know not the terms you stand in to God, nor what your bondage is.
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1900
Fourthly, if God reveales himself to a man only by the law, it is impossible but the soul of that man must flye off from him and look upon God and his Law as enemies to him, unelsse it were revealed together with the Gospel.
Fourthly, if God reveals himself to a man only by the law, it is impossible but the soul of that man must fly off from him and look upon God and his Law as enemies to him, unelsse it were revealed together with the Gospel.
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Which is that I am now to tell you of, even that liberty we have by the Gospel.
Which is that I am now to tell you of, even that liberty we have by the Gospel.
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Therefore then for the liberty of the Gospel, it is a precious liberty, wherein the treasury of the mystery of grace is laid up:
Therefore then for the liberty of the Gospel, it is a precious liberty, wherein the treasury of the mystery of grace is laid up:
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it is the onely grou•d of support to our souls;
it is the only grou•d of support to our Souls;
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and Saint Paul that was the great inst•ument of God in opening the doct•ine of the liberty of the Gospel, sets it down in all his Epistles; and in many places elegantly:
and Saint Paul that was the great inst•ument of God in opening the doct•ine of the liberty of the Gospel, sets it down in all his Epistles; and in many places elegantly:
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and in one Text wherein is some difficulty, In Gal. 4 from verse 21. and so forward, Tell me, ye that desire to be under the Law, doe ye not hear the Law? for it is written, that Abrah•m had two s•ns, the one by a bond-maid, the other by a free woman:
and in one Text wherein is Some difficulty, In Gal. 4 from verse 21. and so forward, Tell me, you that desire to be under the Law, do you not hear the Law? for it is written, that Abrah•m had two s•ns, the one by a bondmaid, the other by a free woman:
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but he who was of the bond-woman, was borne after the flesh, but he of the free-woman, was by promise: which things are an •lleg•ry;
but he who was of the bondwoman, was born After the Flesh, but he of the freewoman, was by promise: which things Are an •lleg•ry;
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for these are the two Covenants, the one from the mount Sinai, which gendereth to b•ndage which is Agar;
for these Are the two Covenants, the one from the mount Sinai, which gendereth to b•ndage which is Agar;
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for this Agar is mount Sinai, in Arabia, and answereth to Jerusalem which now is, and is in bondage with her children:
for this Agar is mount Sinai, in Arabia, and Answers to Jerusalem which now is, and is in bondage with her children:
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but Jerusalem which is a•ove, is free, which is the mother of us all:
but Jerusalem which is a•ove, is free, which is the mother of us all:
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for it is written, rejoyce thou barren that bearest not, break forth and cry thou that travellest not:
for it is written, rejoice thou barren that bearest not, break forth and cry thou that travelest not:
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for the des•late hath many more ch•l•ren then she which ha•h an husband. The Text seemes at the reading of it, to be somewhat obscure;for the des•late hath many more ch•l•ren then she which ha•h an husband. The Text seems At the reading of it, to be somewhat Obscure;
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and yet doth most •xcellen•ly set out this doctrine I am now upon, of bondage under the Law, and liberty under the Gospel:
and yet does most •xcellen•ly Set out this Doctrine I am now upon, of bondage under the Law, and liberty under the Gospel:
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the allegory, you see, is from the two sons; Abraham had one son by a bond maid, another by a free woman;
the allegory, you see, is from the two Sons; Abraham had one son by a bound maid, Another by a free woman;
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It is an allegory, sayes the Apostle, and it signifies the two Covenants; the Covenant of workes, and the Covenant of grace:It is an allegory, Says the Apostle, and it signifies the two Covenants; the Covenant of works, and the Covenant of grace:
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the Covenant of workes, that was from mount Sinai; there was the Law revealed. which is Agar, forth•s Agar is mount Sinai in A••bia. I remember Luther sayes;
the Covenant of works, that was from mount Sinai; there was the Law revealed. which is Agar, forth•s Agar is mount Sinai in A••bia. I Remember Luther Says;
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that A•ar in the Arabian tongue is as much as mount Sinai, they call it to in th• A••bi•n tongue:
that A•ar in the Arabian tongue is as much as mount Sinai, they call it to in th• A••bi•n tongue:
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and so the Apostle alludes to it; th•refore the Law that is of Agar, that tends onely to bondage.
and so the Apostle alludes to it; th•refore the Law that is of Agar, that tends only to bondage.
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A••rs p•sterity were Gentiles, and in bondag•, and were not to have the priviledge of the Sons of the free woman:A••rs p•sterity were Gentiles, and in bondag•, and were not to have the privilege of the Sons of the free woman:
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ther•fore all those that have to deal with God in the Covenant of workes, are bond-men;
ther•fore all those that have to deal with God in the Covenant of works, Are bondmen;
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and are not to have the privi•edge of the children of the free woman, of the children of God, W•ll, This Agar is mount Sinai in Arabia,
and Are not to have the privi•edge of the children of the free woman, of the children of God, W•ll, This Agar is mount Sinai in Arabia,
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and answereth to Jerusalem, which now is, and is in bondage with her children, he sets out the estate of the Church of the Jewes, the Jerusalem that now is, to be an estate of bondage, in comparison of the Church of the Gospel;and Answers to Jerusalem, which now is, and is in bondage with her children, he sets out the estate of the Church of the Jews, the Jerusalem that now is, to be an estate of bondage, in comparison of the Church of the Gospel;
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because they had so little knowledge of the Gospel, but were in bondage unto the Law,
Because they had so little knowledge of the Gospel, but were in bondage unto the Law,
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and knew little else but the Law.
and knew little Else but the Law.
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But Jerusalem which is above, that is the state of the Church under the new Testament, is above, in regard of the Gospel, which is free,
But Jerusalem which is above, that is the state of the Church under the new Testament, is above, in regard of the Gospel, which is free,
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and is the mother of us all: the Church of God under the Gospel in the Jerusalem which is above;
and is the mother of us all: the Church of God under the Gospel in the Jerusalem which is above;
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but now it is written, rejoyce thou barren that bearest not, break forth and cry thou that travellest not; but now it is written, rejoice thou barren that bearest not, break forth and cry thou that travelest not;
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for the desolate hath many more children then she which hath an husband. for the desolate hath many more children then she which hath an husband.
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That is, those that acknowledge the doctrine of the liberty of the Gospel, at first are but as desolate,
That is, those that acknowledge the Doctrine of the liberty of the Gospel, At First Are but as desolate,
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as the barren woman, before it be revealed; as Sarah was barren for a while, but afterward she had a childe:
as the barren woman, before it be revealed; as Sarah was barren for a while, but afterwards she had a child:
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so the doctrine of the liberty of the Gospel, is but as a barren thing for a while, till people are acquainted with it;
so the Doctrine of the liberty of the Gospel, is but as a barren thing for a while, till people Are acquainted with it;
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and we that are Ministers of the Gospel, it is our work to beget children to Christ.
and we that Are Ministers of the Gospel, it is our work to beget children to christ.
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If we should be legall and preach onely the Law, we should beget children to bondage, to Agar, but this is our chiefe work, to beget children to the free woman;
If we should be Legal and preach only the Law, we should beget children to bondage, to Agar, but this is our chief work, to beget children to the free woman;
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to beget children to the free grace of God in Christ. And O that I could beget one childe to this free woman!
to beget children to the free grace of God in christ. And Oh that I could beget one child to this free woman!
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I cannot think, but that there may be many here that are children of Agar, that it may be have had terrours, and feares in their consciences;
I cannot think, but that there may be many Here that Are children of Agar, that it may be have had terrors, and fears in their Consciences;
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and yet are but children of the bond-woman still:
and yet Are but children of the bondwoman still:
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Now it is the Gospel that proclaimes the Trumpet of Jubile to those that are under bondage;
Now it is the Gospel that proclaims the Trumpet of Jubilee to those that Are under bondage;
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therefore it is observable what time the Trumpet of the Jubile was to be blown, Levit. 25.9. Then shalt thou cause the Trumpet of the Jubile to sound, on the tenth day of the seventh m•••h, in the day of atonement shall ye make the Trumpet sound throughout all your land.
Therefore it is observable what time the Trumpet of the Jubilee was to be blown, Levit. 25.9. Then shalt thou cause the Trumpet of the Jubilee to found, on the tenth day of the seventh m•••h, in the day of atonement shall you make the Trumpet found throughout all your land.
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What was this day of atonement? it was the day of the publick humiliation of all the people for their sins:
What was this day of atonement? it was the day of the public humiliation of all the people for their Sins:
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the day of fasting and prayer appointed by God to afflict their souls, is called a day of atonement,
the day of fasting and prayer appointed by God to afflict their Souls, is called a day of atonement,
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and the Trumpet to proclaime the Jubile must be blown upon that very day, wherein the people had been afflicting their soules for their sins:
and the Trumpet to proclaim the Jubilee must be blown upon that very day, wherein the people had been afflicting their Souls for their Sins:
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therefore now, if there be any soul that hath been humbled before the Lord, and hath been afflicted for sin;
Therefore now, if there be any soul that hath been humbled before the Lord, and hath been afflicted for since;
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behold this is the work that is now to be done, to blow the Trumpet of Jubile to such a soul,
behold this is the work that is now to be done, to blow the Trumpet of Jubilee to such a soul,
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and to proclaime liberty in the name of Christ unto you, and as the Psalmist sayes, Psalm. 89.15. Blessed is the people that know the joyfull sound.
and to proclaim liberty in the name of christ unto you, and as the Psalmist Says, Psalm. 89.15. Blessed is the people that know the joyful found.
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It is translated by some, they are blessed that know the joyful sound of the Jubile.
It is translated by Some, they Are blessed that know the joyful found of the Jubilee.
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Now this Jubile having reference to our Jubile by Christ, blessed are they that hear this joyful sound that we have here in the Gospel.
Now this Jubilee having Referente to our Jubilee by christ, blessed Are they that hear this joyful found that we have Here in the Gospel.
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Now the first thing of this joyful sound of the Jubile, and liberty we have proclaimed by Christ from the Law, is this, thou shalt not be cast from thy eternal estate by the law;
Now the First thing of this joyful found of the Jubilee, and liberty we have proclaimed by christ from the Law, is this, thou shalt not be cast from thy Eternal estate by the law;
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the law may terrifie thee, but it shall not cast thee;
the law may terrify thee, but it shall not cast thee;
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indeed it must cast the children that are in bondage to it, for their eternal estate;
indeed it must cast the children that Are in bondage to it, for their Eternal estate;
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but if thou beest a believer in Christ, if thou art a childe of the free woman, this is thy liberty, I say, thou shalt not be cast for thy eternal estate by the Law;
but if thou Best a believer in christ, if thou art a child of the free woman, this is thy liberty, I say, thou shalt not be cast for thy Eternal estate by the Law;
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we doe not love to have any businesse of great concernment to be cast by those that are rigid and severe;
we do not love to have any business of great concernment to be cast by those that Are rigid and severe;
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be of good comfort O believer; thou hast heard of much severity in the Law: but the great businesse concerning thy soul and eternal estate, is above the Law;
be of good Comfort Oh believer; thou hast herd of much severity in the Law: but the great business Concerning thy soul and Eternal estate, is above the Law;
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It hath nothing to doe with thee;
It hath nothing to do with thee;
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thou hearest many times dreadful threats of the Law, and these threats it may be doe often terrifie thee,
thou Hearst many times dreadful Treats of the Law, and these Treats it may be doe often terrify thee,
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and thou art ready to say, who can stand before this holy God? but peace be to thee thou believing soul,
and thou art ready to say, who can stand before this holy God? but peace be to thee thou believing soul,
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for thou art set at liberty from the Law by Christ; and this is the first joyful sound.
for thou art Set At liberty from the Law by christ; and this is the First joyful found.
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The second joyful sound of liberty thou hast by the Gospel, is this, thy law-giver is no other then he that is thine husband;
The second joyful found of liberty thou hast by the Gospel, is this, thy lawgiver is no other then he that is thine husband;
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thou hast to deal with no other now in the matters of thy soul but with him that is thy husband and thy advocate by whom all is ruled, John 1.2.1. If we sin, we have an advocate with the Father:
thou hast to deal with no other now in the matters of thy soul but with him that is thy husband and thy advocate by whom all is ruled, John 1.2.1. If we sin, we have an advocate with the Father:
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an advocate, that is, thou hast to deal now with Christ thy law-giver, who upon every transgression, presently is thy advocate with the Father, who stands up to plead for thee,an advocate, that is, thou hast to deal now with christ thy lawgiver, who upon every Transgression, presently is thy advocate with the Father, who Stands up to plead for thee,
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and to answer all accusations against thee;
and to answer all accusations against thee;
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I say, he that undertakes for thee, and engageth all the interest he hath in his Father,
I say, he that undertakes for thee, and engageth all the Interest he hath in his Father,
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for thee, thou hast to deal with him, for thy law-giver, about thy soul and eternal estate;
for thee, thou hast to deal with him, for thy lawgiver, about thy soul and Eternal estate;
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and this is the second joyful sound thou hast of the Trumpet of the Jubile of the Gospel, of the liberty thou hast by Christ.
and this is the second joyful found thou hast of the Trumpet of the Jubilee of the Gospel, of the liberty thou hast by christ.
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Thirdly, being delivered from the bondage of the Law, this is now thy liberty, that thou art made a law to thy selfe. I meane thus:
Thirdly, being Delivered from the bondage of the Law, this is now thy liberty, that thou art made a law to thy self. I mean thus:
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there is nothing now required of thee but it is written in thy own heart: God writes his law in the tables of stone:
there is nothing now required of thee but it is written in thy own heart: God writes his law in the tables of stone:
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and all that is required of thee in obedience to it, is written in thy heart:
and all that is required of thee in Obedience to it, is written in thy heart:
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so that thou doest not now so much yeild obedience to the Law, because of the condemning power of it,
so that thou dost not now so much yield Obedience to the Law, Because of the condemning power of it,
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and punishment due unto it, as from a principle of love to it:
and punishment due unto it, as from a principle of love to it:
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For we must know, that we are not set free by Christ from obedience to the Law, we are bound to obey the Law still;
For we must know, that we Are not Set free by christ from Obedience to the Law, we Are bound to obey the Law still;
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but here is the difference, we are not servile to the Law, we keep it freely:
but Here is the difference, we Are not servile to the Law, we keep it freely:
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thou keepest the Law now, by being a law to thy selfe, and having all that God requires of thee in this law written in thy heart, by the law of sanctity that he hath given thee;
thou Keepest the Law now, by being a law to thy self, and having all that God requires of thee in this law written in thy heart, by the law of sanctity that he hath given thee;
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that is the third joyful sound. The fourth joyful sound, is this;
that is the third joyful found. The fourth joyful found, is this;
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by the liberty thou hast now by Christ, this is thy condition, that whatever thou doest,
by the liberty thou hast now by christ, this is thy condition, that whatever thou dost,
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though there be never so many imperfections in it, yet if God can spy out but the leaft good thing in thee, he will take notice of that,
though there be never so many imperfections in it, yet if God can spy out but the leaft good thing in thee, he will take notice of that,
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and cast away all the evil:
and cast away all the evil:
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if God sees but any thing of his own Spirit in thee, he will be sure to take notice of that.
if God sees but any thing of his own Spirit in thee, he will be sure to take notice of that.
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If there be but one dust of Gold, though it be mixt with abundance of drosse, God will not lose it, but will finde it out:
If there be but one dust of Gold, though it be mixed with abundance of dross, God will not loose it, but will find it out:
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God he is not strict to mark what is done amisse by his children, but he is strict to marke what is done well by them.
God he is not strict to mark what is done amiss by his children, but he is strict to mark what is done well by them.
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Indeed the Law tells us, nay a Moral man will tell us, that to make an action good, all circumstances must concurre:
Indeed the Law tells us, nay a Moral man will tell us, that to make an actium good, all Circumstances must concur:
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but the liberty of the Gospel tells us, that where there is any good, any grace in an action, God observes and takes notice of it.
but the liberty of the Gospel tells us, that where there is any good, any grace in an actium, God observes and Takes notice of it.
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To give but one instance for this, and it is an excellent one for this purpose, 1. Peter 3.6. the Apostle propounds Sarah as a patterne for good women, Even as Sarah obeyed Abraham, calling him Lord. She never calls him Lord;
To give but one instance for this, and it is an excellent one for this purpose, 1. Peter 3.6. the Apostle propounds Sarah as a pattern for good women, Even as Sarah obeyed Abraham, calling him Lord. She never calls him Lord;
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but then when she did it unbelievingly, and yet God takes notice of that word, and never mentions her unbeliefe.
but then when she did it unbelievingly, and yet God Takes notice of that word, and never mentions her unbelief.
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Now Sarah was a free woman, and this is the gracious dealing of God with the free woman,
Now Sarah was a free woman, and this is the gracious dealing of God with the free woman,
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and if thou b•est a child of the free woman, this is thy priviledge, that God will take notice of every good action thou doest, Isai. 42.3 A bruised reed shall be not break,
and if thou b•est a child of the free woman, this is thy privilege, that God will take notice of every good actium thou dost, Isaiah 42.3 A Bruised reed shall be not break,
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and the smoaking flax shall he not quench, The word signifies as soon as ever the flax begins to be black, God will not reject it:and the smoking flax shall he not quench, The word signifies as soon as ever the flax begins to be black, God will not reject it:
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so that if there be but the least degree of good, it is accepted. And that is the fourth joyful sound by the Gospel.
so that if there be but the least degree of good, it is accepted. And that is the fourth joyful found by the Gospel.
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The fifth joyful sound, is this, suppose thou canst not doe any thing, yet if there be but a will, a desire in thee, God accepts that will for the deed.
The fifth joyful found, is this, suppose thou Canst not do any thing, yet if there be but a will, a desire in thee, God accepts that will for the deed.
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Many carnal hearts please themselves with this, but this is the case of those that are set at liberty by Christ: perhaps thou canst not pray;
Many carnal hearts please themselves with this, but this is the case of those that Are Set At liberty by christ: perhaps thou Canst not pray;
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I but present thy selfe before God, as the Apostle speakes, and that shall be accepted of God;
I but present thy self before God, as the Apostle speaks, and that shall be accepted of God;
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and know if there be any excuse to be made for thee, Christ will finde it out,
and know if there be any excuse to be made for thee, christ will find it out,
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and make it before God for thee; that is the fifth joyful sound.
and make it before God for thee; that is the fifth joyful found.
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The sixt thing wherein the liberty we have by Christ consists, is, that though the Gospel call for obedience,
The sixt thing wherein the liberty we have by christ consists, is, that though the Gospel call for Obedience,
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yet it doth it in such a sweet and loving way that it would make any heart in the world in love with it, it drawes by the cords of love. 2. Cor. 5.20. Now then we are Ambassadors for Christ, as though God did beseech you by us:
yet it does it in such a sweet and loving Way that it would make any heart in the world in love with it, it draws by the cords of love. 2. Cor. 5.20. Now then we Are ambassadors for christ, as though God did beseech you by us:
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we pray you in Christs stead, be ye reconciled to God, and Philip. 2.1.we pray you in Christ stead, be you reconciled to God, and Philip. 2.1.
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If there be therefore any consolation in Christ, if any comfort of love, if any fellowship of the spirit, If there be Therefore any consolation in christ, if any Comfort of love, if any fellowship of the Spirit,
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if any bowels and mercies, fulfill ye my joy, &c. The Gospel comes not as the Law upon mount Sinai, with thunder and lightning,if any bowels and Mercies, fulfil you my joy, etc. The Gospel comes not as the Law upon mount Sinai, with thunder and lightning,
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and darknesse, but it comes in a milde and gentle way, and by that allures and draws the soul unto it selfe;
and darkness, but it comes in a mild and gentle Way, and by that allures and draws the soul unto it self;
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and that is the sixt joyful sound.
and that is the sixt joyful found.
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The seventh joyful sound of the Gospel is, that the Gospel and liberty of it comes,
The seventh joyful found of the Gospel is, that the Gospel and liberty of it comes,
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as gently, so with a bundance of life and strength, together with it:
as gently, so with a bundance of life and strength, together with it:
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it comes as the spirit is, and where the spirit is, there is power, as the Apostle speakes, I remember Luther hath this note upon Rom. 8. sayes he, the law is a spiritual law,
it comes as the Spirit is, and where the Spirit is, there is power, as the Apostle speaks, I Remember Luther hath this note upon Rom. 8. Says he, the law is a spiritual law,
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because it is the Law of God; but it is not the law of the spirit of life:
Because it is the Law of God; but it is not the law of the Spirit of life:
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tis the law of the Gospel that brings the spirit of power and life along with it;
this the law of the Gospel that brings the Spirit of power and life along with it;
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there goes a vertue together with the commands of the Gospel to strengthen the soul to obedience:
there Goes a virtue together with the commands of the Gospel to strengthen the soul to Obedience:
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And the Gospel gives grace and strength beyond what Adam had: two wayes:
And the Gospel gives grace and strength beyond what Adam had: two ways:
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the grace that Adam had was onely a power to doe, but there was not the will and the deed given:
the grace that Adam had was only a power to do, but there was not the will and the deed given:
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but the grace of the Gospel, it gives both the power, and the will, and the deed.
but the grace of the Gospel, it gives both the power, and the will, and the deed.
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The eight joyful sound of the Gospel, is that tender pity and compassion that is in God to those that are made free by it.
The eight joyful found of the Gospel, is that tender pity and compassion that is in God to those that Are made free by it.
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This is the difference between the sins of those that are under the Law, and those under the Gospel:
This is the difference between the Sins of those that Are under the Law, and those under the Gospel:
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the sins of those under the Law makes them hated by God: but the sins of those that are under the Gospel, makes them pit•ved by God.
the Sins of those under the Law makes them hated by God: but the Sins of those that Are under the Gospel, makes them pit•ved by God.
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The ninth joyful sound is this:
The ninth joyful found is this:
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the Gospel hath a mighty efficacy to melt the heart, and to resolve it into sorrow and mourning,
the Gospel hath a mighty efficacy to melt the heart, and to resolve it into sorrow and mourning,
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& such mourning, that is one of the most acceptable things to God in the world;
& such mourning, that is one of the most acceptable things to God in the world;
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the Law, I told you, accepts not of repentance: I, but the Gospel doth;
the Law, I told you, accepts not of Repentance: I, but the Gospel does;
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the teares of repentance that come from believers, next to the blood of Jesus Christ, a•• the most precious things in the world.
the tears of Repentance that come from believers, next to the blood of jesus christ, a•• the most precious things in the world.
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I say, next to the drops of the blood of Christ, the drops of thy teares, coming from Evangelical repentance, are most acceptable unto God:
I say, next to the drops of the blood of christ, the drops of thy tears, coming from Evangelical Repentance, Are most acceptable unto God:
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That is the ninth joyful sound. Tenth 〈 ◊ 〉 another is this; the Gospel it comes with healing:
That is the ninth joyful found. Tenth 〈 ◊ 〉 Another is this; the Gospel it comes with healing:
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as i• hath a melting power, so it hath a healing power. Christ is described to come with healing in his wings:
as i• hath a melting power, so it hath a healing power. christ is described to come with healing in his wings:
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water makes the lime burne the more, but oyle which provokes other things to burne quenches that:
water makes the lime burn the more, but oil which provokes other things to burn quenches that:
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so it is with the oyle of the Gospel, Christ was annointed for this purpose, to heal thee,
so it is with the oil of the Gospel, christ was anointed for this purpose, to heal thee,
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and to quench thy lust and corruptions. In Isai. 57.18. we have an excellent promise, vers. 17. He went on frowardly in the way of his heart;
and to quench thy lust and corruptions. In Isaiah 57.18. we have an excellent promise, vers. 17. He went on frowardly in the Way of his heart;
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marke what followes, I have seen his wayes, and I will heal him.
mark what follows, I have seen his ways, and I will heal him.
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The eleventh joyful sound is, that now being set at liberty by Christ, though thou doest sin not onely against the Law,
The eleventh joyful found is, that now being Set At liberty by christ, though thou dost sin not only against the Law,
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but against the Gospel, thy sins against the Gospel shall not have power to root out any habits of grace;
but against the Gospel, thy Sins against the Gospel shall not have power to root out any habits of grace;
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but still the grace of the Gospel will uphold the habits of grace in thy soul.
but still the grace of the Gospel will uphold the habits of grace in thy soul.
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It is otherwise with the Law;
It is otherwise with the Law;
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for one offence against the Law doth not onely root out the habit that is contrary to that offence, but all other habits also:
for one offence against the Law does not only root out the habit that is contrary to that offence, but all other habits also:
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but the grace of the Gospel is such that the habits of grace within us are not touched.
but the grace of the Gospel is such that the habits of grace within us Are not touched.
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The twelfth joyful sound is this: the Gospel is so full of grace that it takes advantage of our misery;
The twelfth joyful found is this: the Gospel is so full of grace that it Takes advantage of our misery;
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this is a good argument of the tenour of the Gospel, Pardon my sin O Lord, for it is great;
this is a good argument of the tenor of the Gospel, Pardon my since Oh Lord, for it is great;
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strange argument of a childe of the bondwoman; but a good argument of a childe of the free-woman;
strange argument of a child of the bondwoman; but a good argument of a child of the freewoman;
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and tis Gods argument, Gen. 8.21. I will not destroy the world againe, for the imagination of mans heart is evil from his youth.
and this God's argument, Gen. 8.21. I will not destroy the world again, for the imagination of men heart is evil from his youth.
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Thirteenthly, Another joyful sound of the Gospel is this;
Thirteenthly, another joyful found of the Gospel is this;
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the Gospel proclaimes this liberty to us, that all that is required of us may be done,
the Gospel proclaims this liberty to us, that all that is required of us may be done,
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and accepted, by and from another, namely Christ.
and accepted, by and from Another, namely christ.
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Fourteenthly, Further the grace of the Gospel shewes a way wherein God shall have all the wrong made him up, that ever thy sins did him:
Fourteenthly, Further the grace of the Gospel shows a Way wherein God shall have all the wrong made him up, that ever thy Sins did him:
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for suppose the Gospel had proclaimed that God were willing to pardon, this were notenough, as long as God stood wronged:
for suppose the Gospel had proclaimed that God were willing to pardon, this were notenough, as long as God stood wronged:
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but now the Gospel doth not onely proclaime to thee, that God is content to forgive thee all thy sins,
but now the Gospel does not only proclaim to thee, that God is content to forgive thee all thy Sins,
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but it tells thee of a way how God shall have all the wrong made up that ever thou hast done him:
but it tells thee of a Way how God shall have all the wrong made up that ever thou hast done him:
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and this Son that sets thee at liberty hath undertaken it, and hath done it.
and this Son that sets thee At liberty hath undertaken it, and hath done it.
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Fifteenthly, And then another ioyful sound of the Gospel is this, That there is a most absolute perfect righteousnesse made over to us;
Fifteenthly, And then Another joyful found of the Gospel is this, That there is a most absolute perfect righteousness made over to us;
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the righteousnesse of the Son of God is thine, made over to thee, to be presented before the Father for thee. Sixteenthly, yet further:
the righteousness of the Son of God is thine, made over to thee, to be presented before the Father for thee. Sixteenthly, yet further:
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there is this joyful sound of the Gospel: It proclaimes admirable promises, glorious and high things;
there is this joyful found of the Gospel: It proclaims admirable promises, glorious and high things;
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even the infinite treasures of Gods grace:
even the infinite treasures of God's grace:
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the Son is come from the bosome of the Father, and hath opened the treasures of the grace of God,
the Son is come from the bosom of the Father, and hath opened the treasures of the grace of God,
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and hath discovered those things that were kept secret from the foundations of the world.
and hath discovered those things that were kept secret from the foundations of the world.
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Seventeenthly, And yet there is one thing more, that is necessary for the full consolation of the liberty of the Gospel,
Seventeenthly, And yet there is one thing more, that is necessary for the full consolation of the liberty of the Gospel,
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and this blessed Jubile, that it may make a Jubile indeed in thy heart; and that is this:
and this blessed Jubilee, that it may make a Jubilee indeed in thy heart; and that is this:
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that such is the covenant of the Gospel, and Christ hath so undertaken for thee, that it shall never be forfeited:
that such is the Covenant of the Gospel, and christ hath so undertaken for thee, that it shall never be forfeited:
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this is the full, rich, and glorious grace of the Gospel, that now Christ hath undertaken,
this is the full, rich, and glorious grace of the Gospel, that now christ hath undertaken,
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and engaged himself to the Father;
and engaged himself to the Father;
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and the Father hath promised, and hath engaged his own truth, and mercy, and faithfulnesse, that this covenant shall never be forfeited:
and the Father hath promised, and hath engaged his own truth, and mercy, and faithfulness, that this Covenant shall never be forfeited:
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yea the very condition of the covenant that is required of thee, is that which Christ hath undertaken to the Father to performe in thee.
yea the very condition of the Covenant that is required of thee, is that which christ hath undertaken to the Father to perform in thee.
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If persevering be a spiritual ble••ing, it is part of the purchase of Christ, and must stand:
If persevering be a spiritual ble••ing, it is part of the purchase of christ, and must stand:
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and therefore peace be to thee, thou art in such a condition as thou canst not forfeit and breake the covenant:
and Therefore peace be to thee, thou art in such a condition as thou Canst not forfeit and break the Covenant:
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the marriage covenant between thee and thy Saviour can never be dissolved.
the marriage Covenant between thee and thy Saviour can never be dissolved.
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I should now have shewn you a little more the blessednesse of this liberty, that all this grace comes in and by the Son;
I should now have shown you a little more the blessedness of this liberty, that all this grace comes in and by the Son;
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not from the bounty of God in general, but in a higher way, by the Son of God we come to be set at liberty, by being made one with him who is God and man, the heire of all things,
not from the bounty of God in general, but in a higher Way, by the Son of God we come to be Set At liberty, by being made one with him who is God and man, the heir of all things,
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and so are made co-heires with him. But I must here breake off. This Sermon was preacht April 21. 1641.
and so Are made coheirs with him. But I must Here break off. This Sermon was preached April 21. 1641.
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HEBR. 9. V. 27. the later end of the Verse. But after this the judgement.
HEBREW. 9. V. 27. the later end of the Verse. But After this the judgement.
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THe scope of the Holy Ghost in this Epistle, is to prove the excellency of Christ:
THe scope of the Holy Ghost in this Epistle, is to prove the excellency of christ:
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that he is the Messiah that was to come into the world; and that all the types and shadows of the law pointed at him:
that he is the Messiah that was to come into the world; and that all the types and shadows of the law pointed At him:
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And a special part of the epistle is to shew the excellency of the Priesthood of Christ, by preferring it above the Priesthood of Aaron: and amongst other regards, in this, that those Priests did offer up sacrifices often,
And a special part of the epistle is to show the excellency of the Priesthood of christ, by preferring it above the Priesthood of Aaron: and among other regards, in this, that those Priests did offer up Sacrifices often,
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but Christ offered himself but once; and this once offering of himself was available for ever, and needed no further offering.
but christ offered himself but once; and this once offering of himself was available for ever, and needed no further offering.
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And this the Holy Ghost doth illustrate, by comparing the efficacy of Christs sufferings with the efficacy of what a man doth here in this world:
And this the Holy Ghost does illustrate, by comparing the efficacy of Christ sufferings with the efficacy of what a man does Here in this world:
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that as the actions of men here in this world, whatever they are, whether good or evil, are available for ever;
that as the actions of men Here in this world, whatever they Are, whither good or evil, Are available for ever;
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what a man doth in this life, accordingly, when he dies he comes to be stated eternally:
what a man does in this life, accordingly, when he die he comes to be stated eternally:
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so the death of Christ it available for ever. It is appointed for men once to die, and then comes judgement.
so the death of christ it available for ever. It is appointed for men once to die, and then comes judgement.
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By judgement here I doe not think the Holy Ghost intends especially the judgement of the great day, (though it be true, that after death the judgement of the great day will follow,
By judgement Here I do not think the Holy Ghost intends especially the judgement of the great day, (though it be true, that After death the judgement of the great day will follow,
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and all men must come to judgement;
and all men must come to judgement;
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but I shall not speak one word of the judgement of that day.) But there is another judgement that I conceive is the intent of the Holy Gho•t here,
but I shall not speak one word of the judgement of that day.) But there is Another judgement that I conceive is the intent of the Holy Gho•t Here,
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and that is the particular judgement that passeth u•on every soul immediately after death:
and that is the particular judgement that passes u•on every soul immediately After death:
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which is the stateing of the soul in the eternal condition of it, either of happinesse or misery.
which is the stating of the soul in the Eternal condition of it, either of happiness or misery.
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While men live here, their condition is not stated by any act of God (though in regard of his eternal purpose it is the same for ever) even the Saints themselves would be here in much hazzard and danger about their everlasting estate (in regard of themselves,
While men live Here, their condition is not stated by any act of God (though in regard of his Eternal purpose it is the same for ever) even the Saints themselves would be Here in much hazard and danger about their everlasting estate (in regard of themselves,
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and what they have actually bestowed upon them) were it not that the grace of God is above them;
and what they have actually bestowed upon them) were it not that the grace of God is above them;
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the people of God in this life, are not without many fears and doubts about their everlasting condition;
the people of God in this life, Are not without many fears and doubts about their everlasting condition;
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and what would many poor children of God give to be delivered from their feares,
and what would many poor children of God give to be Delivered from their fears,
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and doubts which are a grievous burthen to them, that they might never have fear or doubt more about their eternal estates? Well if thou beest godly, in a little time it will be so with thee:
and doubts which Are a grievous burden to them, that they might never have Fear or doubt more about their Eternal estates? Well if thou Best godly, in a little time it will be so with thee:
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this is the good that death will bring unto thee, that after death judgement will come to thee;
this is the good that death will bring unto thee, that After death judgement will come to thee;
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that is, thou shalt be actually stated in thy everlasting condition, as to be beyond all hazard about it;
that is, thou shalt be actually stated in thy everlasting condition, as to be beyond all hazard about it;
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thou shalt be beyond all feares, and doubts and temptations;
thou shalt be beyond all fears, and doubts and temptations;
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thou shalt never feare more, never doubt more, never be tempted more, never more lose any of the good that thou art possessed of:
thou shalt never Fear more, never doubt more, never be tempted more, never more loose any of the good that thou art possessed of:
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this is the judgement that comes to the Saints after death.
this is the judgement that comes to the Saints After death.
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And on the other side, wicked men here in this world are not without their hopes and confidence that all shall be well with them:
And on the other side, wicked men Here in this world Are not without their hope's and confidence that all shall be well with them:
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but after death comes •udgement to them:
but After death comes •udgement to them:
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that is (as we have it Proverbs 11.7.) when a wicked man dieth, his hope perisheth, he is stated in such a condition as he is never like to have hope of good more;
that is (as we have it Proverbs 11.7.) when a wicked man Dieth, his hope Perishes, he is stated in such a condition as he is never like to have hope of good more;
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he is past all hope and possibility of ever receiving further mercy from God:
he is passed all hope and possibility of ever receiving further mercy from God:
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and this is the meaning of the Text on both hands, that after death comes judgement. Whatsoever mens conditions are here in this world,
and this is the meaning of the Text on both hands, that After death comes judgement. Whatsoever men's conditions Are Here in this world,
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though the Saints have many fears and doubts about their estates, yet I say immediately after death, they shal be so stated and actually possessed of happiness, that they shall never doubt more And howsoever wicked men in this world have many hopes and confidences,
though the Saints have many fears and doubts about their estates, yet I say immediately After death, they shall be so stated and actually possessed of happiness, that they shall never doubt more And howsoever wicked men in this world have many hope's and confidences,
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and blesse themselves in their way, yet immediately after death all shall vanish, for then judgement shall come.
and bless themselves in their Way, yet immediately After death all shall vanish, for then judgement shall come.
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Job hath this expression Job 8.14. The hope of the hypocrite is as the spiders web; Job hath this expression Job 8.14. The hope of the hypocrite is as the spiders web;
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he spins out of his own spirit a cunning web, but the besome of death at once dasheth it all away,
he spins out of his own Spirit a cunning web, but the besom of death At once dasheth it all away,
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for immediately after death he comes to judgement.
for immediately After death he comes to judgement.
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This is the Doctrinal conclusion we are to handle out of these words thus opened unto you,
This is the Doctrinal conclusion we Are to handle out of these words thus opened unto you,
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That the onely time men have to provide for their eternal condition, is the time of this life: That the only time men have to provide for their Eternal condition, is the time of this life:
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if it be not done here, there is no help afterward; for after death comes judgement. if it be not done Here, there is no help afterwards; for After death comes judgement.
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I shall desire to handle this point so farre as it may be a ground to work upon your hearts,
I shall desire to handle this point so Far as it may be a ground to work upon your hearts,
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and to stirre you up in the time of your lives to make all sure between God and your souls; for after death comes judgement.
and to stir you up in the time of your lives to make all sure between God and your Souls; for After death comes judgement.
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This point that I am now to treat about, it is one of the most serious points that concerns the children of men and usually one of the first things that the Lord settl•s upon the hearts and consciences of those whom he converts to himself.
This point that I am now to Treat about, it is one of the most serious points that concerns the children of men and usually one of the First things that the Lord settl•s upon the hearts and Consciences of those whom he converts to himself.
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For a man going on in his waies of ••n and death, to bethink himself, Lord where am I? what am I doing? what is like to become of me? wherefore was I borne? wherefore came I into the world? what have I to do here? Then God answers, that which thou hast to do here,
For a man going on in his ways of ••n and death, to bethink himself, Lord where am I? what am I doing? what is like to become of me? Wherefore was I born? Wherefore Come I into the world? what have I to do Here? Then God answers, that which thou hast to do Here,
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and art sent into the world for, is to make provision for eternity:
and art sent into the world for, is to make provision for eternity:
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'tis about this great business, to make up all between God and thy soule, and look thou beest careful in it:
it's about this great business, to make up all between God and thy soul, and look thou Best careful in it:
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for though thy life be short and uncertain, yet this great business doth depend upon this short and uncertaine time of thy life;
for though thy life be short and uncertain, yet this great business does depend upon this short and uncertain time of thy life;
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and if it be neglected in this little space of time I give unto thee, thou art lost and undone for ever:
and if it be neglected in this little Molle of time I give unto thee, thou art lost and undone for ever:
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for presentl• after death comes judgement; and you shall be then stated so as there can be no alteration.
for presentl• After death comes judgement; and you shall be then stated so as there can be no alteration.
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It is the observation of the School-men, that what did befal to the Angels that ••nned, that in death befals unto wicked men•;
It is the observation of the Schoolmen, that what did befall to the Angels that ••nned, that in death befalls unto wicked men•;
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that is, as the Angels upon the •rst act of •in, were presently stated in an irrecoverable condition:
that is, as the Angels upon the •rst act of •in, were presently stated in an irrecoverable condition:
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so wicked men when they die are stated in an irrecoverable condition.
so wicked men when they die Are stated in an irrecoverable condition.
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It is true while we live in this world, though we are sinful, yet our condition is to be lookt upon as better then the condition of the fallen Angels;
It is true while we live in this world, though we Are sinful, yet our condition is to be looked upon as better then the condition of the fallen Angels;
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there is not here such an actual stating of us:
there is not Here such an actual stating of us:
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but when once death comes, a wicked man is then in the same condition with the devils themselves:
but when once death comes, a wicked man is then in the same condition with the Devils themselves:
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that is, his condition is then so stated and made as certain and sure, and as irrecoverable as any of the Angels that sinned.
that is, his condition is then so stated and made as certain and sure, and as irrecoverable as any of the Angels that sinned.
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While we preach to men, though never so wicked, and ungodly, because an actual judgement (such as the Text speaks of) is not past upon them, we are to offer grace and mercy to them in Christ;
While we preach to men, though never so wicked, and ungodly, Because an actual judgement (such as the Text speaks of) is not passed upon them, we Are to offer grace and mercy to them in christ;
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but if this offer be neglected for a while,;
but if this offer be neglected for a while,;
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if the twine thread, the single thread of thy life be once cut, then thou art gone for ever, For after death comes judgement.
if the twine thread, the single thread of thy life be once Cut, then thou art gone for ever, For After death comes judgement.
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In the meditation of this point, me thinks I cannot but look upon God, as beholding all the children of men, in their fallen lost sinful and miserable estate with pity and compassion, saving, poor creatures they have sinned against me,
In the meditation of this point, me thinks I cannot but look upon God, as beholding all the children of men, in their fallen lost sinful and miserable estate with pity and compassion, Saving, poor creatures they have sinned against me,
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and have made themselves liable to eternal wrath, which they understand not, which they are not able to bear;
and have made themselves liable to Eternal wrath, which they understand not, which they Are not able to bear;
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well, a little time I will grant unto them, to sue out their pardon, and to come in and make up their peace with me:
well, a little time I will grant unto them, to sue out their pardon, and to come in and make up their peace with me:
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and I will give them meanes for that end: but let them look to themselves;
and I will give them means for that end: but let them look to themselves;
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fo• according to the improvement of the time that I now give them, so shall it be with them to all eternity:
fo• according to the improvement of the time that I now give them, so shall it be with them to all eternity:
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if they neglect it, they are gone for ever; mercy then shall do them no good:
if they neglect it, they Are gone for ever; mercy then shall do them no good:
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so that the tenour upon which we all hold our lives, it is no other then as a malefactor condemned to die, who hath granted to him through the favour of the Prince, a little time of re•rieval,
so that the tenor upon which we all hold our lives, it is no other then as a Malefactor condemned to die, who hath granted to him through the favour of the Prince, a little time of re•rieval,
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and some intimation withal given of a possibility in that time to sue out his pardon;
and Some intimation withal given of a possibility in that time to sue out his pardon;
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and according as he spends that time, so it shall be with him for life or death.
and according as he spends that time, so it shall be with him for life or death.
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Thus I say we all hold our lives, we are all condemned before the Lord:
Thus I say we all hold our lives, we Are all condemned before the Lord:
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onely God hath out of his infinite grace provided a way and meanes of salvation for the children of men,
only God hath out of his infinite grace provided a Way and means of salvation for the children of men,
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and gives us a little time (we know not how long, whether two or three daies,
and gives us a little time (we know not how long, whither two or three days,
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but as long as we live) to look about us, to provide for the making of our peace with him;
but as long as we live) to look about us, to provide for the making of our peace with him;
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and i• that be neglected, all is gone, and we are undone for ever: great things then doe depend upon this uncertaine small time of our lives.
and i• that be neglected, all is gone, and we Are undone for ever: great things then do depend upon this uncertain small time of our lives.
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It is reported of Alexander, that when he went against any City, he did use to set up a lampe burning,
It is reported of Alexander, that when he went against any city, he did use to Set up a lamp burning,
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and would make proclamation, that whosoever came in while this lampe was burning, should finde favour and have his life;
and would make proclamation, that whosoever Come in while this lamp was burning, should find favour and have his life;
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but whosoever staid till this lampe was out, he was b•t a dead man, and must expect no mercy;
but whosoever stayed till this lamp was out, he was b•t a dead man, and must expect no mercy;
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brethren know that God hath set up a lampe, and our life is this lampe; and God proclames, Whosoever comes in while this lampe is burning, shall finde mercy;
brothers know that God hath Set up a lamp, and our life is this lamp; and God proclames, Whosoever comes in while this lamp is burning, shall find mercy;
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but if you stay till the lampe be out, there is nothing but eternal misery to be expected.
but if you stay till the lamp be out, there is nothing but Eternal misery to be expected.
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Now this lampe of your lives may not onely goe out upon the consumption of the oyle,
Now this lamp of your lives may not only go out upon the consumption of the oil,
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but it may be put out by accidental meanes;
but it may be put out by accidental means;
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and if this lampe be once out, and your work not done, you are lost for ever.
and if this lamp be once out, and your work not done, you Are lost for ever.
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We read 1 Kings 6.7 that when Solomon was preparing the Temple, he made all things so ready before hand, that there was no noise of axe or hammer heard there:
We read 1 Kings 6.7 that when Solomon was preparing the Temple, he made all things so ready before hand, that there was no noise of axe or hammer herd there:
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Whosoever God intendeth for a living stone in the glorious Temple of Heaven, he squares and fits them here;
Whosoever God intends for a living stone in the glorious Temple of Heaven, he squares and fits them Here;
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there is no noise of repentance and sorrow for sin after this life; what is to be done, must be done here; nothing will doe it hereafter.
there is no noise of Repentance and sorrow for since After this life; what is to be done, must be done Here; nothing will do it hereafter.
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Whatsoever thou hast to doe, doe it with all t•y might; Whatsoever thou hast to do, do it with all t•y might;
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for their is no work, nor device, nor knowledge, nor wisdome in the grave whether thou goest.
for their is no work, nor device, nor knowledge, nor Wisdom in the grave whither thou goest.
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Eccl•s 9 10. and Chapter 11. verse 3. In the place where the tree falleth there it lyeth. Eccl•s 9 10. and Chapter 11. verse 3. In the place where the tree falls there it lies.
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Which way thou fallest when thou diest, that way thou shalt lie eternally: if Godward, then God is thine for ever:
Which Way thou Fallest when thou Dies, that Way thou shalt lie eternally: if Godward, then God is thine for ever:
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if sinward, then misery and destruction is thine for ever. Eccles. 12.7. Then shall the dust returne to the earth as •t was, and the spirit shall returne unto God who gave it.
if sinward, then misery and destruction is thine for ever. Eccles. 12.7. Then shall the dust return to the earth as •t was, and the Spirit shall return unto God who gave it.
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The souls of wicked men do returne to God that gave them, as well as the souls of the godly;
The Souls of wicked men do return to God that gave them, as well as the Souls of the godly;
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that is, they doe presently returne to God to receive the sentence of their eternal doome from him,
that is, they do presently return to God to receive the sentence of their Eternal doom from him,
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and to be stated in their everlasting condition;
and to be stated in their everlasting condition;
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there is a mighty change in the soul, immediately after it is departed from the body,
there is a mighty change in the soul, immediately After it is departed from the body,
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and is brought to stand before the glorious God, to be stated in its eternal condition.
and is brought to stand before the glorious God, to be stated in its Eternal condition.
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There are twelve hours in the day (sayes Christ) wherein a man may worke, There Are twelve hours in the day (Says christ) wherein a man may work,
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but the night comes when no man can worke; John 9.4. The time of this life is thy working time:but the night comes when no man can work; John 9.4. The time of this life is thy working time:
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I, but the night is comming, and then no man can work.
I, but the night is coming, and then no man can work.
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Revel. 6 8. And I looked, and behold a pale ho•se, and his nome that sat on him was death, and bell followed him. Revel. 6 8. And I looked, and behold a pale ho•se, and his nome that sat on him was death, and bell followed him.
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Hell immediately follows death, where death surprizeth any in their natural condition, that have not finished the work of making their peace with God. 2 Cor. 5.10.
Hell immediately follows death, where death surpriseth any in their natural condition, that have not finished the work of making their peace with God. 2 Cor. 5.10.
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We must all appear before the judgement seat of Christ, to receive according to what we have done in the flesh, We must all appear before the judgement seat of christ, to receive according to what we have done in the Flesh,
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whether it be good or bad. whither it be good or bad.
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It is not according to what we do afterwards, but according to what we have done here in the flesh,
It is not according to what we do afterwards, but according to what we have done Here in the Flesh,
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so it must be with us for ever. There can be no repenting, no believing after this life;
so it must be with us for ever. There can be no repenting, no believing After this life;
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body and soul being departed, the whole man is not capable of a work of God upon it.
body and soul being departed, the Whole man is not capable of a work of God upon it.
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And besides, immediately after death, God takes all means away, you shall never hear Sermon more, never have admonition more, never have good counsel more, never have any working of Gods spirit more, to draw your souls to Christ.
And beside, immediately After death, God Takes all means away, you shall never hear Sermon more, never have admonition more, never have good counsel more, never have any working of God's Spirit more, to draw your Souls to christ.
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And not only so, but God withdrawes himselfe so fully, in regard of the common workes of his spirit, that there is a kinde of stating the soul in sin (which yet cannot so properly in regard of God be said to be sin as evil,) so that it shall be impossible for thee to doe any thing but sin;
And not only so, but God withdraws himself so Fully, in regard of the Common works of his Spirit, that there is a kind of stating the soul in since (which yet cannot so properly in regard of God be said to be since as evil,) so that it shall be impossible for thee to do any thing but since;
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as the Saints though while they live here, they have many lusts and corruptions in them,
as the Saints though while they live Here, they have many Lustiest and corruptions in them,
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yet immediately after death their soules are so fully possessed of the spirit, that they cannot sin:
yet immediately After death their Souls Are so Fully possessed of the Spirit, that they cannot sin:
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so on the contray, though wicked men while they live here have divers common gifts of Gods spirit, and many restraints upon them;
so on the country, though wicked men while they live Here have diverse Common Gifts of God's Spirit, and many restraints upon them;
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yet immediately after death, they are so fully seperated from God, and God so fully draws himselfe from them, that it is impossible for them to do any thing else but sin and rebell against God,
yet immediately After death, they Are so Fully separated from God, and God so Fully draws himself from them, that it is impossible for them to do any thing Else but since and rebel against God,
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and blaspheme him to his face. There was in Adam in innocency a possibility not to have sinned;
and Blaspheme him to his face. There was in Adam in innocency a possibility not to have sinned;
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there is in us, while we live it this world, an impossibility but that we should sin;
there is in us, while we live it this world, an impossibility but that we should sin;
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but in the world to come there is in the Saints an impossibility that ever they should sin:
but in the world to come there is in the Saints an impossibility that ever they should sin:
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and look how the impossibility is on the one hand with the Saints, so is the impossibility directly contrary on the other hand with the wicked:
and look how the impossibility is on the one hand with the Saints, so is the impossibility directly contrary on the other hand with the wicked:
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therefore the wicked must needs be stated in an everlasting evil condition.
Therefore the wicked must needs be stated in an everlasting evil condition.
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There is no more possibility for the damned souls •n hell ever to doe any thing but to blaspeme God,
There is no more possibility for the damned Souls •n hell ever to do any thing but to Blaspheme God,
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then there is a possibility for the Saints in heaven ever to sin against God. And yet further, at the great day Christ gives up the kingdome to the Father,
then there is a possibility for the Saints in heaven ever to sin against God. And yet further, At the great day christ gives up the Kingdom to the Father,
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and then there will be another manner of administration then before;
and then there will be Another manner of administration then before;
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Christ will not then be exercised in the work of his mediatorship, to mediate any further for those for whom he did not mediate in this life.
christ will not then be exercised in the work of his mediatorship, to mediate any further for those for whom he did not mediate in this life.
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And presently after the separation of the soul from the body, the spirit of God wholly departs from the soul,
And presently After the separation of the soul from the body, the Spirit of God wholly departs from the soul,
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and the wrath of God is let out so fully into it, that it breaks the soul,
and the wrath of God is let out so Fully into it, that it breaks the soul,
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and fills up every facultie of it:
and fills up every faculty of it:
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so that it is impossible in regard of the strong current of divine wrath that carries the soul along with it, that ever it should be exercised to all eternity any one moment in any thing but onely in bearing of torment, and divine wrath.
so that it is impossible in regard of the strong current of divine wrath that carries the soul along with it, that ever it should be exercised to all eternity any one moment in any thing but only in bearing of torment, and divine wrath.
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As the Saints shal be filled up with the presence of God, and carried on with such a strong current of divine mercy, that it shal be impossible that their souls should ever to all eternity be exercised in any other thing but in the enjoyment of God, and living to his praise:
As the Saints shall be filled up with the presence of God, and carried on with such a strong current of divine mercy, that it shall be impossible that their Souls should ever to all eternity be exercised in any other thing but in the enjoyment of God, and living to his praise:
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so on the quite contrary it is with the wicked: therefore after death there is a stating of both.
so on the quite contrary it is with the wicked: Therefore After death there is a stating of both.
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I wil enlarge my self no further in the opening of this point, but come presently to apply it;
I will enlarge my self no further in the opening of this point, but come presently to apply it;
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for this point is applicatory rather then doctrinal, and I shal content my self with three or foure branches of application and so conclude.
for this point is applicatory rather then doctrinal, and I shall content my self with three or foure branches of application and so conclude.
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In the first place, hence we may see what cause we have to blesse God for the continuance of our lives, especially any that are here this day, that have not throughly made their peace with God, that are not upon certaine and infallible termes in this great businesse of providing for their eternal estates.
In the First place, hence we may see what cause we have to bless God for the Continuance of our lives, especially any that Are Here this day, that have not thoroughly made their peace with God, that Are not upon certain and infallible terms in this great business of providing for their Eternal estates.
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If there rem•ines but any doubt in thy heart concerning thy eternal condition, and if the feares of eternity have been upon thy spirit, thou wilt from this point, that hath been thus briefly spoken to, see cause to blesse God with thy face upon the ground, adoring the riches of his grace that thou art alive this day? why,
If there rem•ines but any doubt in thy heart Concerning thy Eternal condition, and if the fears of eternity have been upon thy Spirit, thou wilt from this point, that hath been thus briefly spoken to, see cause to bless God with thy face upon the ground, adoring the riches of his grace that thou art alive this day? why,
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because thy life it is the time of making up thy peace with God; it is the time of providing for thy eternal condition:
Because thy life it is the time of making up thy peace with God; it is the time of providing for thy Eternal condition:
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if thy life be at an end, and this work not done then all is gone,
if thy life be At an end, and this work not done then all is gone,
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then judgement comes, and thou wilt be infallibly and unalterably stated in a lost and undone condition.
then judgement comes, and thou wilt be infallibly and unalterably stated in a lost and undone condition.
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O therefore its well thou art alive this day;
O Therefore its well thou art alive this day;
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if a man have a great businesse to doe that concernes his whole estate, or life,
if a man have a great business to do that concerns his Whole estate, or life,
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and it must be done in a very l•ttle time, O what a favour would he count it, to have his time lengthned out,
and it must be done in a very l•ttle time, Oh what a favour would he count it, to have his time lengthened out,
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though but a little, because his businesse is of great weight, and he thinks with himself,
though but a little, Because his business is of great weight, and he thinks with himself,
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if I misca•ry in it, I am lost add undone for ever:
if I misca•ry in it, I am lost add undone for ever:
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so all those that have ever had serious apprehensions of the infinite consequence of what depends upon their lives here, they cannot but sit downe and blesse God for lengthning out their lives;
so all those that have ever had serious apprehensions of the infinite consequence of what depends upon their lives Here, they cannot but fit down and bless God for lengthening out their lives;
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for the time of this life is a happy time, it is a day of grace, a day of salvation.
for the time of this life is a happy time, it is a day of grace, a day of salvation.
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O how happy would those poor creatures, upon whom this judgement is past, that are stated in their eternal condition, think themselves if they might have but one day wherein it might be said, there is a possibility for them to make provision for themselves concerning their eternal estate!
O how happy would those poor creatures, upon whom this judgement is past, that Are stated in their Eternal condition, think themselves if they might have but one day wherein it might be said, there is a possibility for them to make provision for themselves Concerning their Eternal estate!
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As they were not long since, so art thou now: and therefore know how to prize thy life.
As they were not long since, so art thou now: and Therefore know how to prize thy life.
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O the lives of men and women especially such as have not yet done that great work) are worth a thousand thousand worlds.
O the lives of men and women especially such as have not yet done that great work) Are worth a thousand thousand world's.
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I remember I have heard of a speech of a great Gentleman, who being very sick,
I Remember I have herd of a speech of a great Gentleman, who being very sick,
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and Physitians telling him that there was no way for him but death: O, sayes he, that I might live, though it were but as a Toad!
and Physicians telling him that there was no Way for him but death: Oh, Says he, that I might live, though it were but as a Toad!
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and indeed what man or woman is there that hath not got a thorough and Scripture-assurance of this great work that their peace is made up with God,
and indeed what man or woman is there that hath not god a thorough and Scripture-assurance of this great work that their peace is made up with God,
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but may upon very good ground (if sickness be upon them) desire to live though but as a Toad,
but may upon very good ground (if sickness be upon them) desire to live though but as a Toad,
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because such great things depend upon their lives here in this world? Brethren, doe but say this to your own hearts upon serious meditations of this that I am now speaking.
Because such great things depend upon their lives Here in this world? Brothers, do but say this to your own hearts upon serious meditations of this that I am now speaking.
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What if God should come now to this Congregation, and say to every one of you,
What if God should come now to this Congregation, and say to every one of you,
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Well, now the time that I have given you to provide for your eternal estate, is at an end;
Well, now the time that I have given you to provide for your Eternal estate, is At an end;
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if you have done your work, wel and good, you shal be saved and possesse eternal glory;
if you have done your work, well and good, you shall be saved and possess Eternal glory;
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but you must be cast according to that which is now done.
but you must be cast according to that which is now done.
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I fear if such a message should come from heaven to many of us, it would make our hearts to ake within us,
I Fear if such a message should come from heaven to many of us, it would make our hearts to ache within us,
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and we should cry out, O Lord, give me a little space before I goe hence and be no more seen:
and we should cry out, Oh Lord, give me a little Molle before I go hence and be no more seen:
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O that I might yet have a little more time.
Oh that I might yet have a little more time.
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Suppose God had taken you away when he took away such a kinsman or kinswoman of yours, such a neighbour or friend,
Suppose God had taken you away when he took away such a kinsman or kinswoman of yours, such a neighbour or friend,
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and death had come then, and judgement had then past upon you;
and death had come then, and judgement had then passed upon you;
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which way doe you thinke you must have been cast? cannot some of you remember, that if God had taken you away at such a time,
which Way do you think you must have been cast? cannot Some of you Remember, that if God had taken you away At such a time,
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or when such a one dyed, you were then in such a case, that you have cause to think you had been certainly stated in a condition of eternal misery? therefore blesse God that you are alive at this day, to heare of such a doctrine as this is;
or when such a one died, you were then in such a case, that you have cause to think you had been Certainly stated in a condition of Eternal misery? Therefore bless God that you Are alive At this day, to hear of such a Doctrine as this is;
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that so long as you live, God gives you time to provide for your eternal estate. Psalm. 78.38. the Text sayes, God did not stirre up all his anger, but called back his wrath;
that so long as you live, God gives you time to provide for your Eternal estate. Psalm. 78.38. the Text Says, God did not stir up all his anger, but called back his wrath;
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when sicknesse comes upon men and women, some part of Gods anger is let out;
when sickness comes upon men and women, Some part of God's anger is let out;
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I, but if God had let out his anger but a little more, what would have become of you? you had been gone:
I, but if God had let out his anger but a little more, what would have become of you? you had been gone:
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one stroake more had cast you for ever.
one stroke more had cast you for ever.
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I, but God was pleased to call back his anger, and did not stirre up all his wrath.
I, but God was pleased to call back his anger, and did not stir up all his wrath.
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O blesse God for sparing you at such a time;
O bless God for sparing you At such a time;
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for certainly had you died then, your condition had been as irrecoverable as the Devils themselves;
for Certainly had you died then, your condition had been as irrecoverable as the Devils themselves;
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now 'tis a day of grace, now you have the voice of the Gospel, and the glad tidings of salvation sounded in your eares:
now it's a day of grace, now you have the voice of the Gospel, and the glad tidings of salvation sounded in your ears:
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but then you had been past the time of grace, past praying, and past repenting: now that you are not past this day, you are to prize your lives.
but then you had been passed the time of grace, passed praying, and passed repenting: now that you Are not passed this day, you Are to prize your lives.
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And brethren know wherein consists the worth of your lives, and the continuance of them;
And brothers know wherein consists the worth of your lives, and the Continuance of them;
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there is a horrible impudence in some men, they would faine have their lives lengthned, to have their lusts more satisfied;
there is a horrible impudence in Some men, they would feign have their lives lengthened, to have their Lustiest more satisfied;
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did God give thee thy life for this end? no, the end why thou shouldst desire to live, is, that thou mayest have further time to make provision for that which is of such infinite consequence, which if it be not done, it had been better for thee to have been a Toad or Serpent,
did God give thee thy life for this end? no, the end why thou Shouldst desire to live, is, that thou Mayest have further time to make provision for that which is of such infinite consequence, which if it be not done, it had been better for thee to have been a Toad or Serpent,
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or the vilest creature that ever lived.
or the Vilest creature that ever lived.
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O that we had hearts to give God the glory of our lives, and to prize our lives aright:
O that we had hearts to give God the glory of our lives, and to prize our lives aright:
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excellent effects would proceed from it, were our hearts wrought to these things.
excellent effects would proceed from it, were our hearts wrought to these things.
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But Secondly, If the onely time that we have to provide for eternity be the time of this life,
But Secondly, If the only time that we have to provide for eternity be the time of this life,
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how then are th•se to be reproved that mispend and squander away this precious time of their lives about vanities,
how then Are th•se to be reproved that misspend and squander away this precious time of their lives about vanities,
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and neglect the great businesse that they were sent into the world for? If such great things depend upon our lives,
and neglect the great business that they were sent into the world for? If such great things depend upon our lives,
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then the losse of the time of our lives is a most dreadful losse;
then the loss of the time of our lives is a most dreadful loss;
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we all say time is precious, and it is so, and the through-understanding and applying of this point would make us see time precious indeed:
we all say time is precious, and it is so, and the through-understanding and applying of this point would make us see time precious indeed:
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If there could be an extract of the quintessence of all the pearles in the world put into one, it would not be such a precious pearle as this time of our lives,
If there could be an extract of the quintessence of all the Pearls in the world put into one, it would not be such a precious pearl as this time of our lives,
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because there is that depends upon it that is infinitely more worth then ten thousand worlds;
Because there is that depends upon it that is infinitely more worth then ten thousand world's;
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however men and women make little of their time, and play and sport it away;
however men and women make little of their time, and play and sport it away;
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yet there is no moment of thy time that thou doest mispend, but for ought thou knowest it might be the very moment upon which thy eternal condition doth depend:
yet there is no moment of thy time that thou dost misspend, but for ought thou Knowest it might be the very moment upon which thy Eternal condition does depend:
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thou goest abroad, and art merry, and jocund, and mispendest thy time, and abusest thy self;
thou goest abroad, and art merry, and jocund, and mispendest thy time, and abusest thy self;
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I say for ought thou knowest that instant of thy sinning might be the very moment upon which the verry hinge of all thy eternal condition depends;
I say for ought thou Knowest that instant of thy sinning might be the very moment upon which the very hinge of all thy Eternal condition depends;
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and did we understand this doctrine aright, we should see it to be an exceeding great evil and folly, to mispend our precious time;
and did we understand this Doctrine aright, we should see it to be an exceeding great evil and folly, to misspend our precious time;
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men ordinarily live in the world as if they had nothing to do here, but onely to make provision for the flesh.
men ordinarily live in the world as if they had nothing to do Here, but only to make provision for the Flesh.
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If a man should come to the City about a businesse that concerns his life,
If a man should come to the city about a business that concerns his life,
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and the time he hath to doe it in were very short, how industriously (do you think) would he spend that time!
and the time he hath to do it in were very short, how industriously (do you think) would he spend that time!
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every time the clock strikes, would strike to his heart;
every time the clock strikes, would strike to his heart;
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or suppo•• God should send a damned soul that is now in hell into the world again,
or suppo•• God should send a damned soul that is now in hell into the world again,
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and should say thus to him, Soul, you shall goe and live again in the world;
and should say thus to him, Soul, you shall go and live again in the world;
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and I will give you a little space, 〈 ◊ 〉 shall live a quarter or half a yeare; (or if it were but a month or week) and I will put you in such an estate that there shall be a possibility for you to make your peace with me,
and I will give you a little Molle, 〈 ◊ 〉 shall live a quarter or half a year; (or if it were but a Monn or Week) and I will put you in such an estate that there shall be a possibility for you to make your peace with me,
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and to deliver your self from this misery that you are under:
and to deliver your self from this misery that you Are under:
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I appeal to you, how doe you think such a one would spend his time? now as you are perswaded and convinced in your consciences,
I appeal to you, how do you think such a one would spend his time? now as you Are persuaded and convinced in your Consciences,
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how such a one would spend his time, so doe you labour to spend your time ▪ many would have rules to guide them in their way;
how such a one would spend his time, so do you labour to spend your time ▪ many would have rules to guide them in their Way;
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why take this rule, if such a thing could be, that a damned soul could be sent into the world again,
why take this Rule, if such a thing could be, that a damned soul could be sent into the world again,
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and be in a possibility of another estate, I say, What you think such a one would doe, that doe you:
and be in a possibility of Another estate, I say, What you think such a one would do, that do you:
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If one should come and say to him, What shall I give for your time that is granted to you? how would he contemne him? if you offer him Crownes and Kingdomes, ye• all the world for his time, (be it but a week,
If one should come and say to him, What shall I give for your time that is granted to you? how would he contemn him? if you offer him Crowns and Kingdoms, ye• all the world for his time, (be it but a Week,
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or a day) he would scorne such an offer, and prize one day more then a thousand worlds.
or a day) he would scorn such an offer, and prize one day more then a thousand world's.
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Now you have had daies and weekes, one after another, and yet for ought you know you are liable to eternal ruine;
Now you have had days and weeks, one After Another, and yet for ought you know you Are liable to Eternal ruin;
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and you know not whether you have a week or a day more before your eternal condition be stated upon you;
and you know not whither you have a Week or a day more before your Eternal condition be stated upon you;
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O what need then have you to improve your time?
Oh what need then have you to improve your time?
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How few think of the passing away of their time, or that any great matter depends upon the time of their lives here in this world!
How few think of the passing away of their time, or that any great matter depends upon the time of their lives Here in this world!
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you would count it a great folly and madnesse if a man had a precious oyle that were worth a thousand pound a pinte,
you would count it a great folly and madness if a man had a precious oil that were worth a thousand pound a pint,
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and he should set up a light with this oyle to talke or play, or doe trifling things by:
and he should Set up a Light with this oil to talk or play, or doe trifling things by:
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what, a lampe that is fed by such oyle, that is worth thousands! surely this lampe should be for some w•ighty businesse, and not for triflles:
what, a lamp that is fed by such oil, that is worth thousands! surely this lamp should be for Some w•ighty business, and not for trifles:
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Know brethren, that the time of your lives is this lampe, lighted up, and fed with such precious oyl:
Know brothers, that the time of your lives is this lamp, lighted up, and fed with such precious oil:
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O do not squander it away then about trifles and vanities;
Oh do not squander it away then about trifles and vanities;
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for there are things of infinite concernment that you have to do in this time of your lives;
for there Are things of infinite concernment that you have to do in this time of your lives;
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'tis the great charge of Christ against Jezebel, Revel. 2.21. And I gave her space to repent of her fornication, but she repented not.
it's the great charge of christ against Jezebel, Revel. 2.21. And I gave her Molle to Repent of her fornication, but she repented not.
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I remember an expression of a woman that was in great distresse of conscience, some came to her,
I Remember an expression of a woman that was in great distress of conscience, Some Come to her,
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and endeavouring what they could to perswade her that there was hopes of mercy for her, she lookt with a gastly countenance upon them,
and endeavouring what they could to persuade her that there was hope's of mercy for her, she looked with a ghastly countenance upon them,
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and said, Call time again, call time again:
and said, Call time again, call time again:
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as if she had said, if you can call time again, there may be hope for me.
as if she had said, if you can call time again, there may be hope for me.
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Certainly we do not consider what depends upon time; it is a good sign of an enlightned conscience, to make conscience of time:
Certainly we do not Consider what depends upon time; it is a good Signen of an enlightened conscience, to make conscience of time:
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there is nothing puts a more serious frame into a mans spirit, then to know the worth of his time;
there is nothing puts a more serious frame into a men Spirit, then to know the worth of his time;
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sayes one (in discovering the losse of the opportunity of time) suppose there were a company of men sailing to sea,
Says one (in discovering the loss of the opportunity of time) suppose there were a company of men sailing to sea,
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and they come at last to a little Island that lies in the middest of the sea many thousand miles from any other Land,
and they come At last to a little Island that lies in the midst of the sea many thousand miles from any other Land,
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and they goe and refresh themselves upon the Island, but sayes the Marriner, look to your selves be not farre off, be within call;
and they go and refresh themselves upon the Island, but Says the Mariner, look to your selves be not Far off, be within call;
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for I will not stay for any of you: the old men it may be are afraid to be too farre;
for I will not stay for any of you: the old men it may be Are afraid to be too Far;
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but the young men trust to their legs, and think they can make haste; but the Marriner is gone, and they are left behind and perish:
but the young men trust to their legs, and think they can make haste; but the Mariner is gone, and they Are left behind and perish:
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'tis true, while we are here in this world, we are refreshing our selves; but be sure, sayes God, you be ready when I call;
it's true, while we Are Here in this world, we Are refreshing our selves; but be sure, Says God, you be ready when I call;
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and Gods call is the time of death: now God he calls, and poor creatures are not ready, and so they perish eternally.
and God's call is the time of death: now God he calls, and poor creatures Are not ready, and so they perish eternally.
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O the losse of the time of your lives will be a dreadful losse one day,
O the loss of the time of your lives will be a dreadful loss one day,
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and it will pierce your souls to think that once you had a day of grace,
and it will pierce your Souls to think that once you had a day of grace,
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but now you have no time; judgement is now past upon you, and there is no remedy.
but now you have no time; judgement is now passed upon you, and there is no remedy.
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It is reported of a woman who had her house on fire, that she was very busie and spent her time about saving of trifles,
It is reported of a woman who had her house on fire, that she was very busy and spent her time about Saving of trifles,
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and in the mean time had a childe in the cradle, and forgot that; and when she lookt upon what she had saved, she saw a few trifling things,
and in the mean time had a child in the cradle, and forgotten that; and when she looked upon what she had saved, she saw a few trifling things,
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but when it came into her minde, O what is become of my childe!
but when it Come into her mind, Oh what is become of my child!
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and imaginining that her childe had been burnt (though it was saved) she ran mad, to consider that she should be so foolish,
and imaginining that her child had been burned (though it was saved) she ran mad, to Consider that she should be so foolish,
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as to minde things of no concernment, and to forget her childe. Take heed it be not your case;
as to mind things of no concernment, and to forget her child. Take heed it be not your case;
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you hear that time is precious, and that there are great things that concern your souls and eternal condition, which you have to doe;
you hear that time is precious, and that there Are great things that concern your Souls and Eternal condition, which you have to do;
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and you spend your time to get estates, to get little pleasure, or honour in the world;
and you spend your time to get estates, to get little pleasure, or honour in the world;
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but now, when the conclusion of all shall come, and you shall look back to see what you have done,
but now, when the conclusion of all shall come, and you shall look back to see what you have done,
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and God shall come and call you to an account, and say, Well, now there is an end of your time, what have you done in this world? It may be you say, Lord, I have got an estate,
and God shall come and call you to an account, and say, Well, now there is an end of your time, what have you done in this world? It may be you say, Lord, I have god an estate,
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and I have led a merry and jovial life;
and I have led a merry and jovial life;
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but all this while, what hast thou done for thy soul? what hast thou done for eternity? what hast thou done for the making up of thy peace? what hast thou done about those things that are of such infinite weight and consequence? thy heart now will be overwhelmed with this thought, O Lord, I did forget my soul, I had no thoughts about my eternal estate, I have spent a great deal more time in playing, then in praying;
but all this while, what hast thou done for thy soul? what hast thou done for eternity? what hast thou done for the making up of thy peace? what hast thou done about those things that Are of such infinite weight and consequence? thy heart now will be overwhelmed with this Thought, Oh Lord, I did forget my soul, I had no thoughts about my Eternal estate, I have spent a great deal more time in playing, then in praying;
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at least more time in playing then I have done in praying to God in private, to make my peace with him:
At lest more time in playing then I have done in praying to God in private, to make my peace with him:
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however it may be you can passe away your time merrily here, yet it will be a dreadful thing to you hereafter,
however it may be you can pass away your time merrily Here, yet it will be a dreadful thing to you hereafter,
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when you shall know what was the businesse of your time, and what you were borne for.
when you shall know what was the business of your time, and what you were born for.
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I remember Bernard hath a notable expression, speaking of some calling one to another, Come let us be merry till an hour be past;
I Remember Bernard hath a notable expression, speaking of Some calling one to Another, Come let us be merry till an hour be passed;
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sayes he (speaking with indignation against such folly) What wilt thou do thus and thus till an hour be past, till time be past!
Says he (speaking with Indignation against such folly) What wilt thou do thus and thus till an hour be past, till time be passed!
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what passe away that which the mercy of thy Creator hath so farre indulged to thee as to give it thee for repentance,
what pass away that which the mercy of thy Creator hath so Far indulged to thee as to give it thee for Repentance,
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and to get grace, and to obtain pardon. and to get grace, and to obtain pardon.
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What to passe away time in which thou oughtest to be breathing after that life and blessednesse which thou hast lost!
What to pass away time in which thou Ought to be breathing After that life and blessedness which thou hast lost!
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It becom•s men that have not made up their peace with God to spend their daies in bewailing of their sinful and miserable condition, and not in merrinesse and jollity, in chambering and wantonnesse;
It becom•s men that have not made up their peace with God to spend their days in bewailing of their sinful and miserable condition, and not in merriness and jollity, in chambering and wantonness;
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how wilt thou wish one day that thy time had been •p•nt ••ther in mourning and lam•n•ing? sayes Abraham to 〈 ◊ 〉, Son, remember that thou in thy l•fe time receivedst thy pleasures ▪ this life is not the life of thy sensual pleasures,
how wilt thou wish one day that thy time had been •p•nt ••ther in mourning and lam•n•ing? Says Abraham to 〈 ◊ 〉, Son, Remember that thou in thy l•fe time Received thy pleasures ▪ this life is not the life of thy sensual pleasures,
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but to make all even between God and thy soul;
but to make all even between God and thy soul;
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when God is so gracious as to give us space for such great ends as he doth in this world, he expects that all the children of m•n should spend their daies in seeking his face,
when God is so gracious as to give us Molle for such great ends as he does in this world, he expects that all the children of m•n should spend their days in seeking his face,
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and in making up their peace with him;
and in making up their peace with him;
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in prizing his mercy, in admiring and adoring the riches of his grace and goodnesse in his Son:
in prizing his mercy, in admiring and adoring the riches of his grace and Goodness in his Son:
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but where do we finde this? what a different course of life is there in most men from what God expects? they are guilty of desperate folly that squander away their precious ti•e, seeing all depends upon it.
but where do we find this? what a different course of life is there in most men from what God expects? they Are guilty of desperate folly that squander away their precious ti•e, seeing all depends upon it.
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Thirdly, If after death comes judgement, certainly then when death findes any man unprepared in an estate of unregeneracy, that hath not made his peace with God, it must •••d, be exceeding dreadful because it brings judgement, 〈 ◊ 〉 states such a one in his eternal condition. Job. 18.14. Dead.
Thirdly, If After death comes judgement, Certainly then when death finds any man unprepared in an estate of unregeneracy, that hath not made his peace with God, it must •••d, be exceeding dreadful Because it brings judgement, 〈 ◊ 〉 states such a one in his Eternal condition. Job. 18.14. Dead.
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is called there the King of terrors; and well may it be so;
is called there the King of terrors; and well may it be so;
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for indeed it is the most dreadful thing in the world, to those that understand the meaning of their own finful state and condition:
for indeed it is the most dreadful thing in the world, to those that understand the meaning of their own sinful state and condition:
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there is enough in this to daunt the heart of the proudest stubbornest wretch that lives upon the earth, to consider that now I am launching into the ocean of eternity;
there is enough in this to daunt the heart of the proudest stubbornest wretch that lives upon the earth, to Consider that now I am launching into the Ocean of eternity;
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but God knows I have made little provision for it;
but God knows I have made little provision for it;
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it may be it is the ocean of the wrath of this infinite God that I am now launching into,
it may be it is the Ocean of the wrath of this infinite God that I am now launching into,
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and must be in for ever;
and must be in for ever;
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certainly (except thou hast good assurance of the work done between God and thy soul) the sight of the infinite ocean thou art launching into immediately after death, cannot but make thee give a dreadful shrieke when thou seest thou art now like to miscarry eternally;
Certainly (except thou hast good assurance of the work done between God and thy soul) the sighed of the infinite Ocean thou art launching into immediately After death, cannot but make thee give a dreadful shriek when thou See thou art now like to miscarry eternally;
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death taking any ungodly man, it is no other but the cutting asunder of the thred upon which he hung over the pit of of eternal misery.
death taking any ungodly man, it is no other but the cutting asunder of the thread upon which he hung over the pit of of Eternal misery.
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It is the pulling up of the floodgates of Gods eternal wrath.
It is the pulling up of the floodgates of God's Eternal wrath.
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Here when afflictions are upon men and women, Gods wrath is but onely like the little droppings of water through the flood-gates;
Here when afflictions Are upon men and women, God's wrath is but only like the little droppings of water through the floodgates;
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as you see in flood-gates, there will be some leakings forth of some drops of water onely;
as you see in floodgates, there will be Some leakings forth of Some drops of water only;
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but there is a vast difference between those drops, and when the flood-gates are pulled up,
but there is a vast difference between those drops, and when the floodgates Are pulled up,
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then the streames gush out abundantly: just so it is with Gods dealings here in the world with ungodly men;
then the streams gush out abundantly: just so it is with God's dealings Here in the world with ungodly men;
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it may be Gods hand is upon them in many afflictions, but these are but as some few drops of his wrath;
it may be God's hand is upon them in many afflictions, but these Are but as Some few drops of his wrath;
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but when death comes and findes them unprepared, then God pulls up the flood-gates, and then the streames of the wrath of the almighty overflow them;
but when death comes and finds them unprepared, then God pulls up the floodgates, and then the streams of the wrath of the almighty overflow them;
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death to them will be no other then the Sergeant of the Lord of hosts to hale them to prison:
death to them will be no other then the sergeant of the Lord of hosts to hale them to prison:
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It will be a taking up of the draw-bridge;
It will be a taking up of the drawbridge;
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It will be to them a dismal and dreadful Sunset, that brings with it a night of eternal darknesse,
It will be to them a dismal and dreadful Sunset, that brings with it a night of Eternal darkness,
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and that will be a most dreadful Sun-set that shall never have day more;
and that will be a most dreadful Sunset that shall never have day more;
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why, know that at death the day of grace and salvation sets to thee, and an eternal night of dismal blacknesse and darknesse will be upon thee;
why, know that At death the day of grace and salvation sets to thee, and an Eternal night of dismal blackness and darkness will be upon thee;
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so that when thou art going out of this world, and thy peace not made with God, thou must then bid farewel to all comforts and to whatever thou didst enjoy.
so that when thou art going out of this world, and thy peace not made with God, thou must then bid farewell to all comforts and to whatever thou didst enjoy.
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Now farewel those excellent truths of God, that I have had revealed to me: I shall never hear such gracious truths out of the mouthes of Gods Ministers more.
Now farewell those excellent truths of God, that I have had revealed to me: I shall never hear such gracious truths out of the mouths of God's Ministers more.
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Now farewel all my loving friends, that I rejoyced so much in, and all the merry meetings that ever I have had;
Now farewell all my loving Friends, that I rejoiced so much in, and all the merry meetings that ever I have had;
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I shall never have them more. Farewel now wife, husband, children, I shall never see your faces more.
I shall never have them more. Farewell now wife, husband, children, I shall never see your faces more.
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Yea farewel house and lands, and all delights; farewel Sun, and Moon, and Stars, and all the world;
Yea farewell house and Lands, and all delights; farewell Sun, and Moon, and Stars, and all the world;
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I shall never see you again, till I see you all of a light fire, at the great and dreadful day of Christ.
I shall never see you again, till I see you all of a Light fire, At the great and dreadful day of christ.
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And now I am leaving the world and all the comforts here, and all the meanes of grace here;
And now I am leaving the world and all the comforts Here, and all the means of grace Here;
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and O Lord, whither am I going? It was a speech of Pope Adrian, when he was to dye, sayes he, O my soul, my soul, whither art thou going? thou shalt never be merry more,
and Oh Lord, whither am I going? It was a speech of Pope Adrian, when he was to die, Says he, Oh my soul, my soul, whither art thou going? thou shalt never be merry more,
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as thou was wont to be. as thou was wont to be.
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It is a doleful thing for a poor creature, whose time is at an end, not to know whither he is going;
It is a doleful thing for a poor creature, whose time is At an end, not to know whither he is going;
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to think of former pleasures and delights, and never to have them more.
to think of former pleasures and delights, and never to have them more.
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Me thinkes when I consider the death of any ungodly man, that place in Isaiah 10 3. comes to my minde, And what will you do in the day of visitation? It is t•ue, thou doest now ruffle it out in the world,
Me thinks when I Consider the death of any ungodly man, that place in Isaiah 10 3. comes to my mind, And what will you do in the day of Visitation? It is t•ue, thou dost now ruffle it out in the world,
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and takest thy fill of pleasure, and bearest all before thee, and wilt have thy minde,
and Takest thy fill of pleasure, and bearest all before thee, and wilt have thy mind,
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and art stout, and stubborn in thy way, and scornest the truthes of God by his Ministers:
and art stout, and stubborn in thy Way, and Scornest the truths of God by his Ministers:
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but what wilt thou do in the day of visitation, when the time shall come that puts an end unto thy dayes here? O the change that will then be in thy spirit!
but what wilt thou do in the day of Visitation, when the time shall come that puts an end unto thy days Here? O the change that will then be in thy Spirit!
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God will then look upon thee with indignation, and say, O wretched creature, that hast spent thy dayes in vanity, thou shalt continue no longer in this world;
God will then look upon thee with Indignation, and say, Oh wretched creature, that hast spent thy days in vanity, thou shalt continue no longer in this world;
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and now the wrath of the Almighty is let our upon thee;
and now the wrath of the Almighty is let our upon thee;
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Thou art upon thy sick bed in distresse, and conscience now is awakened, and tortures that soul of thine,
Thou art upon thy sick Bed in distress, and conscience now is awakened, and tortures that soul of thine,
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and tel•s thee, that such and such wickednesse at such a time, in such a company, in such a chamber, thou didst commit;
and tel•s thee, that such and such wickedness At such a time, in such a company, in such a chamber, thou didst commit;
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and thou beginst now to curse thy selfe for thy folly, and for neglecting the day of grace and salvation;
and thou beginnest now to curse thy self for thy folly, and for neglecting the day of grace and salvation;
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and now thy time is almost gone;
and now thy time is almost gone;
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well, thy sicknesse encreaseth, thy paines continue, thy friends are all sent for, and they come about thee bewailing of thee,
well, thy sickness increases, thy pains continue, thy Friends Are all sent for, and they come about thee bewailing of thee,
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and thou beginnest to look gastly, and draweft thy breath short, and the devil waits for his prey;
and thou beginnest to look ghastly, and draweft thy breath short, and the Devil waits for his prey;
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thy mouth falls, thy soul departs, and there is an end of thee;
thy Mouth falls, thy soul departs, and there is an end of thee;
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an end of all thy pride, and an end of all thy stoutnesse, and an end of all thy vanity, and wickednesse:
an end of all thy pride, and an end of all thy stoutness, and an end of all thy vanity, and wickedness:
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and this is the man that hath not made God his portion:
and this is the man that hath not made God his portion:
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mercy hath had her time, but thou hast neglected it, and now thou art gone for ever.
mercy hath had her time, but thou hast neglected it, and now thou art gone for ever.
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We speak much of the mercy of God, and is it not rich mercy for God to give to thee, a wretched sinful creature, such ablessed time of repentance as thou hast in this world? for God to call,
We speak much of the mercy of God, and is it not rich mercy for God to give to thee, a wretched sinful creature, such ablessed time of Repentance as thou hast in this world? for God to call,
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and cry to thee, and to tender thee grace and pardon, and peace; he did not do so to the Angels that sinned;
and cry to thee, and to tender thee grace and pardon, and peace; he did not do so to the Angels that sinned;
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when they committed but one sin against God, he cast them away, and would not so much as treat with them about any termes of peace:
when they committed but one since against God, he cast them away, and would not so much as Treat with them about any terms of peace:
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and therefore seeing thou hast had thy time already, let all the Angels in Heaven,
and Therefore seeing thou hast had thy time already, let all the Angels in Heaven,
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and Saints and creatures, yea and devils themselves, acknowledge that God was merciful to this man, to this wretched man and woman, that had such a faire time,
and Saints and creatures, yea and Devils themselves, acknowledge that God was merciful to this man, to this wretched man and woman, that had such a fair time,
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though now judgement be upon them.
though now judgement be upon them.
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O my brethren, the thoughts of death under this notion, hath a great d••l in it to work upon your hearts.
O my brothers, the thoughts of death under this notion, hath a great d••l in it to work upon your hearts.
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I remember I have heard of one that used to pray six times a day,
I Remember I have herd of one that used to pray six times a day,
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and being asked why he spent so much time in praying, he gave no other answer but this, I must dye, I must •ye, that which was to come after, would put a period to ••e t••e of his life, upon which so much did depend.
and being asked why he spent so much time in praying, he gave no other answer but this, I must die, I must •ye, that which was to come After, would put a Period to ••e t••e of his life, upon which so much did depend.
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O that we had hearts to consider it;
O that we had hearts to Consider it;
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and that we knew, even now in this our day, the things that belong to our everlasting peace, before it be too late.
and that we knew, even now in this our day, the things that belong to our everlasting peace, before it be too late.
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Brethren, these things are of infinite concernment to your immortal souls; the Lord grant they may be prevolent upon every one of us.
Brothers, these things Are of infinite concernment to your immortal Souls; the Lord grant they may be prevolent upon every one of us.
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We may apply this dreadfunesse of death (that followes upon the meditation of this point I have been upon) unto divers sorts of people:
We may apply this dreadfunesse of death (that follows upon the meditation of this point I have been upon) unto diverse sorts of people:
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as first, me thinkes it should be of great force and efficacy to work upon the hearts of old people;
as First, me thinks it should be of great force and efficacy to work upon the hearts of old people;
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your time is neer, you had need be sure that your work is done;
your time is near, you had need be sure that your work is done;
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for certainly you have no long time for the accomplishing of that great work, of making your peace with God;
for Certainly you have no long time for the accomplishing of that great work, of making your peace with God;
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it is three or four a clock (as it were) in your day of grace, the Sun is setting with you.
it is three or four a clock (as it were) in your day of grace, the Sun is setting with you.
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Now if a man be to goe a journey upon his life, and hath neglected the fore-noon,
Now if a man be to go a journey upon his life, and hath neglected the forenoon,
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and much of the after-noon also, and sees the Sun draw low, he thinkes with himselfe, I had need make haste now,
and much of the afternoon also, and sees the Sun draw low, he thinks with himself, I had need make haste now,
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for if the Sun be once set, and I not at my journeyes end, I am a lost man, my life is gone,.
for if the Sun be once Set, and I not At my journeys end, I am a lost man, my life is gone,.
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They that goe over where the Sea is dry at one time, and flowes at another,
They that go over where the Sea is dry At one time, and flows At Another,
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but so that if they misse but halfe an hour, they are dead men, if by their watch they finde the time is almost come for the waters to returne,
but so that if they miss but half an hour, they Are dead men, if by their watch they find the time is almost come for the waters to return,
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then their hearts are daunted, and they say one to another, we had need make haste,
then their hearts Are daunted, and they say one to Another, we had need make haste,
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for the time is almost at an end.
for the time is almost At an end.
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O consider this you old men, that have neglected the time of your youth, and now your time is almost at an end, know in this your day the things of your peace, double now your diligence.
O Consider this you old men, that have neglected the time of your youth, and now your time is almost At an end, know in this your day the things of your peace, double now your diligence.
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It is a most dreadful thing to see an old wicked man, an old sinner,
It is a most dreadful thing to see an old wicked man, an old sinner,
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an old scorner, an old carnal wretch, that never understood the great businesse that he came into the world for.
an old scorner, an old carnal wretch, that never understood the great business that he Come into the world for.
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Secondly, this concernes all prophane wretches, who instead of doing the work of their time,
Secondly, this concerns all profane wretches, who instead of doing the work of their time,
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and preparing for their everlasting estate, goe directly backwards, and make the breach between God and their souls wider.
and preparing for their everlasting estate, go directly backwards, and make the breach between God and their Souls wider.
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If a man have a journey to goe for his life, and he must goe it before the Sun be set,
If a man have a journey to go for his life, and he must go it before the Sun be Set,
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and he goes a quite contrary way;
and he Goes a quite contrary Way;
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when he begins to reflect upon himselfe, he then sayes, where am I? If the Sun goe down before I am at my journeyes end, I am a dead man:
when he begins to reflect upon himself, he then Says, where am I? If the Sun go down before I am At my journeys end, I am a dead man:
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so it is with you that goe on in wayes of prophanesse, God hath sent you here to live;
so it is with you that go on in ways of profaneness, God hath sent you Here to live;
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to the praise of his name, and to work out your salvation with feare and trembling,
to the praise of his name, and to work out your salvation with Fear and trembling,
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and you have gone directly backward, and the time of your lives hath been spent in nothing else,
and you have gone directly backward, and the time of your lives hath been spent in nothing Else,
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but in making your selves seven-fold more the children of wrath then before: you had need now look to your selves;
but in making your selves sevenfold more the children of wrath then before: you had need now look to your selves;
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for if you dye in your course of prophanesse you are undone for ever.
for if you die in your course of profaneness you Are undone for ever.
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Thirdly, for those that have been heretofore in a good forwardnesse in the way of life and salvation, that have had some stirrings of conscience in them,
Thirdly, for those that have been heretofore in a good forwardness in the Way of life and salvation, that have had Some stirrings of conscience in them,
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but yet through the violence of their lusts have been turned back againe, and have fallen off from their former state;
but yet through the violence of their Lustiest have been turned back again, and have fallen off from their former state;
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certainly this point might strike thee to the heart.
Certainly this point might strike thee to the heart.
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As a man that is to goe over the Sea for his life by such a time,
As a man that is to go over the Sea for his life by such a time,
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and he hath a good gale for the present, but when he is come neer the Haven, a great gust drives him back againe;
and he hath a good gale for the present, but when he is come near the Haven, a great gust drives him back again;
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O what a sad condition is this man in? so it is with thee; the time was when thou hadst a good gale;
Oh what a sad condition is this man in? so it is with thee; the time was when thou Hadst a good gale;
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God came graciously to thee, by the work of his spirit, and thou seemedst to be in a good forwardnesse in the work thou wast borne for;
God Come graciously to thee, by the work of his Spirit, and thou seemedst to be in a good forwardness in the work thou wast born for;
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but the gust of sin, and the violence of lust, hath carried thee quite back againe,
but the gust of since, and the violence of lust, hath carried thee quite back again,
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and now thou ar• further off then before:
and now thou ar• further off then before:
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how should this awaken thee to improve all thy time and opportunities to the uttermost for the good of thy soul.
how should this awaken thee to improve all thy time and opportunities to the uttermost for the good of thy soul.
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Again, this concernes those that upon every discontent wish themselves dead; as some froward people, if any thing crosse them;
Again, this concerns those that upon every discontent wish themselves dead; as Some froward people, if any thing cross them;
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they presently wish thems•lves in the grave.
they presently wish thems•lves in the grave.
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O vaine man and woman, dost thou know what thou does•, to wish the time of thy life at an end? thou mayest meet with another manner of discontent then ever thou metst withall here; for after death comes judgement. Amos 5.18. Woe unto you that desire the day of the Lord, to what end is it for you? the day of the Lord is darknesse and not light.
O vain man and woman, dost thou know what thou does•, to wish the time of thy life At an end? thou Mayest meet with Another manner of discontent then ever thou metst withal Here; for After death comes judgement. Amos 5.18. Woe unto you that desire the day of the Lord, to what end is it for you? the day of the Lord is darkness and not Light.
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So I say, woe to them that in a froward mood desire the day of the Lord, which is not a day of light,
So I say, woe to them that in a froward mood desire the day of the Lord, which is not a day of Light,
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but like to be a day of darknesse unto them, for ought thy can tell.
but like to be a day of darkness unto them, for ought thy can tell.
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Instead of giving God the praise of thy life, upon every sullen mood doest thou wish thy selfe dead? this is a great dishonour to the grace and mercy of God extended towards thee.
Instead of giving God the praise of thy life, upon every sullen mood dost thou wish thy self dead? this is a great dishonour to the grace and mercy of God extended towards thee.
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Again, this concernes those that upon every drunken occasion ▪ for a word or two, will venture their lives:
Again, this concerns those that upon every drunken occasion ▪ for a word or two, will venture their lives:
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tis true, fooles will venture their lives for trifles, because they know not the worth of them;
this true, Fools will venture their lives for trifles, Because they know not the worth of them;
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but those who know the worth of their lives will not doe so.
but those who know the worth of their lives will not do so.
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I remember a story of a Philosopher, being at Sea and in danger of his life, he was mightily afraid,
I Remember a story of a Philosopher, being At Sea and in danger of his life, he was mightily afraid,
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and the Marriners were not at all afraid;
and the Mariners were not At all afraid;
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what (say they) are you a Philosopher afraid, when we rude Marriners do not feare? I (sayes he) there is reason for it;
what (say they) Are you a Philosopher afraid, when we rude Mariners do not Fear? I (Says he) there is reason for it;
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for if I dye, a Philosopher is gone; but for you, your lives are not worth much:
for if I die, a Philosopher is gone; but for you, your lives Are not worth much:
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so they that are ready to venture their lives in a drunken quarrel, and will venture nothing for God,
so they that Are ready to venture their lives in a drunken quarrel, and will venture nothing for God,
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and a good cause, know not what their lives are worth, and that is the reason they are so willing to throw them away.
and a good cause, know not what their lives Are worth, and that is the reason they Are so willing to throw them away.
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Again, it concernes those that in trouble and anguish of conscience are ready to lay violent hands upon themselves to take away their lives;
Again, it concerns those that in trouble and anguish of conscience Are ready to lay violent hands upon themselves to take away their lives;
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one would think this point thus opened and applyed might for ever keep back such a temptation for time to come.
one would think this point thus opened and applied might for ever keep back such a temptation for time to come.
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What an infinite desperate folly is this, that I that am made sensible of Gods wrath,
What an infinite desperate folly is this, that I that am made sensible of God's wrath,
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and am afraid of it, shall yet doe that which may put me irrecoverably into it,
and am afraid of it, shall yet do that which may put me irrecoverably into it,
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and state me eternally in it, as they doe who lay violent hands upon themselves.
and state me eternally in it, as they do who lay violent hands upon themselves.
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If any people in the world should desire the contiuance of their lives, and prize them at a high rate, those that are troubled in conscience should doe it;
If any people in the world should desire the contiuance of their lives, and prize them At a high rate, those that Are troubled in conscience should do it;
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they should pray Davids prayer, Psalm. 39. •3.
they should pray Davids prayer, Psalm. 39. •3.
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O spare me, that I may recover strength, before I goe hence and be no more. Oh spare me, that I may recover strength, before I go hence and be no more.
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And use Gods own argument, Psalm. 103.13, 14. where it is said, God is merciful to his people,
And use God's own argument, Psalm. 103.13, 14. where it is said, God is merciful to his people,
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because he remembers they are but dust.
Because he remembers they Are but dust.
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So doe thou plead with God, and say, O Lord, spare me, I am but dust,
So do thou plead with God, and say, Oh Lord, spare me, I am but dust,
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and as a winde that passeth away and shall never returne againe; now is the time wherein thou hast said thou wilt be intreated:
and as a wind that passes away and shall never return again; now is the time wherein thou hast said thou wilt be entreated:
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O let my life be continued, for if this time be out, I am gone for ever.
Oh let my life be continued, for if this time be out, I am gone for ever.
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Lastly, this concernes those that have been (as they thought) upon their death beds, that have apprehended themselves as dying,
Lastly, this concerns those that have been (as they Thought) upon their death Beds, that have apprehended themselves as dying,
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and have had this truth somewhat setled upon them, that have seen eternity before them,
and have had this truth somewhat settled upon them, that have seen eternity before them,
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and have been in danger (as they conceived) of everlasting ruine, and in their own hearts have received judgement,
and have been in danger (as they conceived) of everlasting ruin, and in their own hearts have received judgement,
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but God hath magnified his mercy towards them, and restored them againe:
but God hath magnified his mercy towards them, and restored them again:
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perhaps in this condition when thou sawest and hadst the judgement in thine own heart, that thy time was gone, thou then madest promises,
perhaps in this condition when thou Sawest and Hadst the judgement in thine own heart, that thy time was gone, thou then Madest promises,
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and saydest, O if God would spare my life, what a new man would I be!
and Said, Oh if God would spare my life, what a new man would I be!
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I would be sure to make use of my time in another manner then ever heretofore:
I would be sure to make use of my time in Another manner then ever heretofore:
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Well, God hath raised thee up againe, and what then? why now thou wilt venture upon Gods patience, and his wrath too;
Well, God hath raised thee up again, and what then? why now thou wilt venture upon God's patience, and his wrath too;
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O woe to thee, when thy dayes are ended, and this judgement comes, it will fall dreadfully upon thee.
Oh woe to thee, when thy days Are ended, and this judgement comes, it will fallen dreadfully upon thee.
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Wherefore my brethren, let me speak to you all (for I am not come this day onely to spend an houre with you,
Wherefore my brothers, let me speak to you all (for I am not come this day only to spend an hour with you,
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but to doe your souls some good) be it known to you, this is your day, the day of grace and salvation:
but to do your Souls Some good) be it known to you, this is your day, the day of grace and salvation:
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And yet once againe, in the name of God, I declare unto you, this truth (supposing you have heard it many times before) that there is not the worst, the vilest in the Congregation, that is come through the providence of God before God this day,
And yet once again, in the name of God, I declare unto you, this truth (supposing you have herd it many times before) that there is not the worst, the Vilest in the Congregation, that is come through the providence of God before God this day,
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but for ought we know it is possible for thy sinnes to be pardoned;
but for ought we know it is possible for thy Sins to be pardoned;
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it is possible yet for thy soul to be saved, for God to be reconciled to thee,
it is possible yet for thy soul to be saved, for God to be reconciled to thee,
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and this day it is once more d•clared to ••ee, that thou art not yet stated in eternal misery, which might have been thy condition before now:
and this day it is once more d•clared to ••ee, that thou art not yet stated in Eternal misery, which might have been thy condition before now:
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O that when you are gone h•me, you would get into your Closets, and fall down before God,
Oh that when you Are gone h•me, you would get into your Closets, and fallen down before God,
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and blesse him for his message, once more preached to you.
and bless him for his message, once more preached to you.
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Beloved, if I, or any of the servants of the Lord, should be sent by God to the gates of hell, with this m•ssage, O you damned spirits, know from the Lord, that there is a possibility for you to be saved, certainly they would with joyfulnesse hearken to such tidings.
beloved, if I, or any of the Servants of the Lord, should be sent by God to the gates of hell, with this m•ssage, Oh you damned spirits, know from the Lord, that there is a possibility for you to be saved, Certainly they would with joyfulness harken to such tidings.
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Now this cannot be preached to them, but this may be, this is preached to the vil•st and wickedest wretch,
Now this cannot be preached to them, but this may be, this is preached to the vil•st and wickedest wretch,
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and enemy to God and goodnesse that is in the Congregation;
and enemy to God and Goodness that is in the Congregation;
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and God declares this now to you, but how long it will be before judgement comes to state thee in another condition, thou canst not tell,
and God declares this now to you, but how long it will be before judgement comes to state thee in Another condition, thou Canst not tell,
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therefore know in this thy day the things of thy eternal peace:
Therefore know in this thy day the things of thy Eternal peace:
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and who knows what may depend upon one day? yet prayers and teares may doe thee good:
and who knows what may depend upon one day? yet Prayers and tears may do thee good:
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but stay a while, and though streames of blood should flow from thee, and thou shouldest cry and howle to God to all eternity, it would never doe it; therefore know your time;
but stay a while, and though streams of blood should flow from thee, and thou Shouldst cry and howl to God to all eternity, it would never do it; Therefore know your time;
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it is a happy thing for a man to doe a businesse in such a time wherein he may have the benefit of it;
it is a happy thing for a man to do a business in such a time wherein he may have the benefit of it;
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amongst men, though a thing be done, yet if not in the season of it, i• loses of its worth and efficacy:
among men, though a thing be done, yet if not in the season of it, i• loses of its worth and efficacy:
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so now prayers, and teares, and mourning, and crying to God for mercy, the efficacy of these things are gone except they be done in time;
so now Prayers, and tears, and mourning, and crying to God for mercy, the efficacy of these things Are gone except they be done in time;
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and for ought thou knowest unlesse they be done this day, or to ••orrow, or very shortly, they may doe thee no good at all: therefore now take your time;
and for ought thou Knowest unless they be done this day, or to ••orrow, or very shortly, they may do thee no good At all: Therefore now take your time;
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God proc•• m•s and sayes to every one of you this day, Poor creatures, as ever you expect to receive mercy in the day of Christ ▪ look to it now;
God proc•• m•s and Says to every one of you this day, Poor creatures, as ever you expect to receive mercy in the day of christ ▪ look to it now;
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for now the golden Sc•pter is stretched •orth, now is the acceptable time, and the day of •••ce and salvation, come in and accept of the offers and tenders of grace and mercy now,
for now the golden Sc•pter is stretched •orth, now is the acceptable time, and the day of •••ce and salvation, come in and accept of the offers and tenders of grace and mercy now,
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or else you are gone for ever.
or Else you Are gone for ever.
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Wherefore then let this take off all slightnesse of heart, and those roving dispositions of your spirits, that run so after vanities.
Wherefore then let this take off all slightness of heart, and those roving dispositions of your spirits, that run so After vanities.
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If a man that were wilde in his thoughts, and that had his eyes roving up and down, should have one say to him, Sir, confider what you doe,
If a man that were wild in his thoughts, and that had his eyes roving up and down, should have one say to him, Sir, confider what you do,
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for it concernes your life, if you miscarry you are a dead man, it would make him call in his thoughts, and compose his spirit:
for it concerns your life, if you miscarry you Are a dead man, it would make him call in his thoughts, and compose his Spirit:
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so, if thou hast a slight and wandring heart, this is said to thee this day, friend, poor soul, know what thou art doing;
so, if thou hast a slight and wandering heart, this is said to thee this day, friend, poor soul, know what thou art doing;
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even this dayes work concernes thy life, thy eternal estate, and take your selves off from all creatures, til you have done so great a work;
even this days work concerns thy life, thy Eternal estate, and take your selves off from all creatures, till you have done so great a work;
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so sayes the Apostle, 1 Cor. 7.29, 30, 31, 32. Brethren, the time is short, it remaineth that both they that have Wives be as if they had none;
so Says the Apostle, 1 Cor. 7.29, 30, 31, 32. Brothers, the time is short, it remains that both they that have Wives be as if they had none;
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and they that weep as though they wept not;
and they that weep as though they wept not;
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and they that rejoyce as though they rejoyced not, and they that buy as though they possessed not; the time is short. and they that rejoice as though they rejoiced not, and they that buy as though they possessed not; the time is short.
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The word is, the time is wrapt up, it is folded up;
The word is, the time is wrapped up, it is folded up;
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it is a Metaphor taken from cloth that is folded even to the very fag end:
it is a Metaphor taken from cloth that is folded even to the very fag end:
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the time is all folded up (sayes the Apostle) therefore let your hearts be taken off from the creature.
the time is all folded up (Says the Apostle) Therefore let your hearts be taken off from the creature.
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Truly brethren, whatever you think of this point, yet those that understand themselves aright, would not venture to be in an unconverted estate one halfe houre for ten thousand worlds;
Truly brothers, whatever you think of this point, yet those that understand themselves aright, would not venture to be in an unconverted estate one half hour for ten thousand world's;
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for they know that when death comes, then judgement also comes.
for they know that when death comes, then judgement also comes.
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And you that are poor people, who live hardly, and in great extremity in this world,
And you that Are poor people, who live hardly, and in great extremity in this world,
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yet so long as you live here, your condition is comfortable;
yet so long as you live Here, your condition is comfortable;
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for you have time to doe that work that is of such mighty consequence for the good of your souls:
for you have time to do that work that is of such mighty consequence for the good of your Souls:
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And indeed upon the consideration of this point, peoples hearts should be taken off from the creature;
And indeed upon the consideration of this point, peoples hearts should be taken off from the creature;
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for a man had better live here in order to that great work, though as a stock or log in the fire,
for a man had better live Here in order to that great work, though as a stock or log in the fire,
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then to be taken away before he hath done that work he was sent into the world for.
then to be taken away before he hath done that work he was sent into the world for.
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When men are in paine, they would faine dye;
When men Are in pain, they would feign die;
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I, but did they know what will be the state and condition of a wicked man immediatly after his death, they would rather live,
I, but did they know what will be the state and condition of a wicked man immediately After his death, they would rather live,
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though as the miserablest creatures in the world.
though as the miserablest creatures in the world.
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And consider all you young ones, now while God gives you time, of this great work of making your peace with him.
And Consider all you young ones, now while God gives you time, of this great work of making your peace with him.
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If a man were to goe over Sea about a businesse of grea• weight, after he comes upon the shore what should his first thought be? let him first make sure of his great work, and then be merry afterwards.
If a man were to go over Sea about a business of grea• weight, After he comes upon the shore what should his First Thought be? let him First make sure of his great work, and then be merry afterwards.
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If thou hast made sure of this great work, that thy peace is made up with God,
If thou hast made sure of this great work, that thy peace is made up with God,
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and that thy everlasting estate is secure, then thou mayest be merry amongst thy friends, and mayest live joyfully, and comfortably all thy daies.
and that thy everlasting estate is secure, then thou Mayest be merry among thy Friends, and Mayest live joyfully, and comfortably all thy days.
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It was the complaint of one, that Art is long, and life short;
It was the complaint of one, that Art is long, and life short;
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but surely the art of providing for eternity is a long and difficult art, and thy life is short and uncertain:
but surely the art of providing for eternity is a long and difficult art, and thy life is short and uncertain:
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O therefore do not put off this great work, as Seneca speaks of some, they are alwaies about to doe, they will,
Oh Therefore do not put off this great work, as Senecca speaks of Some, they Are always about to do, they will,
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and they will, and are about to live, but never live. O that you that are young ones would begin betimes;
and they will, and Are about to live, but never live. O that you that Are young ones would begin betimes;
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and this point setled upon the hearts of young ones, would cause them to apply themselves with all their might to the great work of their soules:
and this point settled upon the hearts of young ones, would cause them to apply themselves with all their might to the great work of their Souls:
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And that which you do, be sure you do it with all your might; which is the Argument of the Holy Ghost, Eccles. 9.10. Whatsoever thy hand findeth to doe, doe it with thy might;
And that which you do, be sure you do it with all your might; which is the Argument of the Holy Ghost, Eccles. 9.10. Whatsoever thy hand finds to do, do it with thy might;
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for there is no work, nor device, nor wisedome in the grave whither thou goest. for there is no work, nor device, nor Wisdom in the grave whither thou goest.
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If ever thou hast a work to put forth thy strength about, O doe it here, doe not onely have some faint wishes and desires,
If ever thou hast a work to put forth thy strength about, Oh do it Here, do not only have Some faint wishes and Desires,
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and some sudden good moods, as perhaps at the hearing of such a truth as this is, you have some sudden wishes and inclinations;
and Some sudden good moods, as perhaps At the hearing of such a truth as this is, you have Some sudden wishes and inclinations;
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no, but work out your salvation with feare and trembling, and be sure to take hold of all opportunities, seeing so much depends upon the short time of your lives.
no, but work out your salvation with Fear and trembling, and be sure to take hold of all opportunities, seeing so much depends upon the short time of your lives.
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If a man were to goe over Sea for his life, and had a faire day and winde, it were desperate madnesse for him to say,
If a man were to go over Sea for his life, and had a fair day and wind, it were desperate madness for him to say,
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Well, I have two or three daies more to goe over in, and therefore I will not goe now, and so neglects his gale;
Well, I have two or three days more to go over in, and Therefore I will not go now, and so neglects his gale;
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and when those daies are past, and the last day comes, he thinks to go over,
and when those days Are past, and the last day comes, he thinks to go over,
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but cannot have a wind, for a world: so, many think they will repent when they come to die.
but cannot have a wind, for a world: so, many think they will Repent when they come to die.
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O but take head when thou hast a gale that thou doest no neglect it, for feare it never come again;
O but take head when thou hast a gale that thou dost not neglect it, for Fear it never come again;
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and know that if the Lord stirres any of your hearts this day, or any other day, by his word,
and know that if the Lord stirs any of your hearts this day, or any other day, by his word,
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and you neglect it, and goe to your businesse, and shops, and to your several pleasures and delights, you may hereafter desire to have such a time of the working of Gods spirit againe,
and you neglect it, and go to your business, and shops, and to your several pleasures and delights, you may hereafter desire to have such a time of the working of God's Spirit again,
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and if you would give a thousand worlds for it (were it in your power) you cannot have it,
and if you would give a thousand world's for it (were it in your power) you cannot have it,
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therefore take heed you do not neglect this great work. And upon this ground labour to make sure work;
Therefore take heed you do not neglect this great work. And upon this ground labour to make sure work;
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for if a man had a work to doe, and having done it amisse, he might mend it afterwards, he need not be so exact about it:
for if a man had a work to do, and having done it amiss, he might mend it afterwards, he need not be so exact about it:
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but if a man be set about a work, and he knows when it is gone out of his hands, he can never mend it, he will not be carelesse in it,
but if a man be Set about a work, and he knows when it is gone out of his hands, he can never mend it, he will not be careless in it,
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but will lay his worke to the rule, and labour to make all sure. Know, it is so with you about your eternal condition:
but will lay his work to the Rule, and labour to make all sure. Know, it is so with you about your Eternal condition:
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that which you doe in this world, must be available for ever, you cannot mend it afterwards.
that which you do in this world, must be available for ever, you cannot mend it afterwards.
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If after you see your selves cast, you should say, O Lord give me farther time,
If After you see your selves cast, you should say, Oh Lord give me farther time,
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and let me come into the world againe, and then I will mend this and the other fault that I was rebuked for; God will say, no;
and let me come into the world again, and then I will mend this and the other fault that I was rebuked for; God will say, no;
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you cannot returne into the world again; therefore it neerly concerns you to make all sure while you have time.
you cannot return into the world again; Therefore it nearly concerns you to make all sure while you have time.
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And doe not rest upon blinde hopes, and desperate adventures, I hope it will be thus and thus with me;
And do not rest upon blind hope's, and desperate adventures, I hope it will be thus and thus with me;
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but entertain this thought, What if it should prove otherwise? what if I should miscarry? this will mightily daunt the heart of a man, especially if he knows that upon his miscarriage, he is undone for ever.
but entertain this Thought, What if it should prove otherwise? what if I should miscarry? this will mightily daunt the heart of a man, especially if he knows that upon his miscarriage, he is undone for ever.
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Yet further, (which is an other branch of the exhortation) my brethren never baulk any way of God for feare of suffering;
Yet further, (which is an other branch of the exhortation) my brothers never balk any Way of God for Fear of suffering;
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be willing to suffer any hardship for Gods way. How doth that follow? thus:
be willing to suffer any hardship for God's Way. How does that follow? thus:
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If the time of thy life he that upon which the stating of thy eternal condition depends,
If the time of thy life he that upon which the stating of thy Eternal condition depends,
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then it concerns thee no goe through stitch whatever comes in thy way;
then it concerns thee not go through stitch whatever comes in thy Way;
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as for instance, suppose a man were going to such a place, and he must be there at such a time for his life,
as for instance, suppose a man were going to such a place, and he must be there At such a time for his life,
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and riding apace through the streets the dogs bark at him (a• usually the dogs bark most at those who ride fastest) how little doth he regard the barking of the dogs:
and riding apace through the streets the Dogs bark At him (a• usually the Dogs bark most At those who ride fastest) how little does he regard the barking of the Dogs:
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but did a man ride onely for his recreation, then it would be a little troublesome to him:
but did a man ride only for his recreation, then it would be a little troublesome to him:
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And when a man rides for his life, though the clouds gather, and the raine falls, yet he will not returne;
And when a man rides for his life, though the Clouds gather, and the rain falls, yet he will not return;
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and if he meet with foule and dirty way, he will through it, or with a slough he will over it,
and if he meet with foul and dirty Way, he will through it, or with a slough he will over it,
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because it is for his life:
Because it is for his life:
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but if a man rides for recreation onely, and meets with windes, and clouds, and stormes, he turnes back again.
but if a man rides for recreation only, and meets with winds, and Clouds, and storms, he turns back again.
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And truly brethren, the waies of most Christians in religion are (me thinks) such as if they took them up for recreation, and nothing else;
And truly brothers, the ways of most Christians in Religion Are (me thinks) such as if they took them up for recreation, and nothing Else;
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therefore if there be but a cloud arise, a little trouble and affliction appear, they repent their way, and presently return back again.
Therefore if there be but a cloud arise, a little trouble and affliction appear, they Repent their Way, and presently return back again.
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O but did God reveal to thee what eternity is, and what depends upon the course of thy life here? then though there be clouds and stormes,
O but did God reveal to thee what eternity is, and what depends upon the course of thy life Here? then though there be Clouds and storms,
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and tempests, and rugged waies, yet thou wilt be ready to goe through all.
and tempests, and rugged ways, yet thou wilt be ready to go through all.
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The conclusion therefore is this, whenever thou art tempted to fin, labour by what thou hast heard this day to repell temptations;
The conclusion Therefore is this, whenever thou art tempted to fin, labour by what thou hast herd this day to repel temptations;
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and say, God hath shewed me this day the great errand and businesse I came into the world for;
and say, God hath showed me this day the great errand and business I Come into the world for;
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of what infinite concernment those things are, that depend upon the time of my life:
of what infinite concernment those things Are, that depend upon the time of my life:
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shall I then satisfie the lusts and corruptions of my own heart, and gratifie the devil,
shall I then satisfy the Lustiest and corruptions of my own heart, and gratify the Devil,
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and the world, and in the meane time neglect that which is of so great importance for the good of my soul? Then once again, O that you all knew in this your day the things that concern your eternal peace!
and the world, and in the mean time neglect that which is of so great importance for the good of my soul? Then once again, Oh that you all knew in this your day the things that concern your Eternal peace!
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Consider what hath been said, and the Lord give you understanding hearts to make use of it.
Consider what hath been said, and the Lord give you understanding hearts to make use of it.
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This Sermon was preacht April 29. 1641. FINIS.This Sermon was preached April 29. 1641. FINIS.
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