AMongst the many sweet and excellent fruits of the Crosse of Christ, Contentation of minde to a Beleever in all conditions of life is one exceeding necessary;
among the many sweet and excellent fruits of the Cross of christ, Contentation of mind to a Believer in all conditions of life is one exceeding necessary;
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where an exceeding weight of glory, and contentation with full satisfaction to our desires will be added to the little stock of our contentment here, which (as Jacob said of that gracious manifestation, Gen. 28.) is no other but the house of God, and the gate of heaven;
where an exceeding weight of glory, and contentation with full satisfaction to our Desires will be added to the little stock of our contentment Here, which (as Jacob said of that gracious manifestation, Gen. 28.) is no other but the house of God, and the gate of heaven;
and be filled with God, yet it is the gate of heaven, it is the porch wherein we wait for an entrance to the Temple not made with hands, wherein the measure of our contentation according to the full measure of our knowledge and enjoyment of God will be full and compleat.
and be filled with God, yet it is the gate of heaven, it is the porch wherein we wait for an Entrance to the Temple not made with hands, wherein the measure of our contentation according to the full measure of our knowledge and enjoyment of God will be full and complete.
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The first is his contentation of minde in all conditions, In whatsoever estate I am (saith he) I am therewith content; The latter is his prudent and pertinent comportment with his present condition, I know both how to be abased, and how to abound.
The First is his contentation of mind in all conditions, In whatsoever estate I am (Says he) I am therewith content; The latter is his prudent and pertinent comportment with his present condition, I know both how to be abased, and how to abound.
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I have learned (saith he) I am instructed; This he learned not at the feet of Gamaliel, but in the School of Jesus Christ; who at the first initiation of his Disciples teacheth them by word, example,
I have learned (Says he) I am instructed; This he learned not At the feet of Gamaliel, but in the School of jesus christ; who At the First initiation of his Disciples Teaches them by word, Exampl,
From the first particular, the variety and vicissitude of his outward condition, at one time he abounds, at another time he is a based and suffers need, we observe this Doctrine.
From the First particular, the variety and vicissitude of his outward condition, At one time he abounds, At Another time he is a based and suffers need, we observe this Doctrine.
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but on the morrow the poorest and most distressed of all men in the whole earth in his time, in great honour and reputation at one time, Job 29.8. The young men saw me and hid themselves, like School-boys out of an awfull respect to their School-master;
but on the morrow the Poorest and most distressed of all men in the Whole earth in his time, in great honour and reputation At one time, Job 29.8. The young men saw me and hid themselves, like Schoolboys out of an awful respect to their Schoolmaster;
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And the aged arose and stood up, when they heard him they blessed him, and gave an honourable testimony to him by approving and commending what he had spoken;
And the aged arose and stood up, when they herd him they blessed him, and gave an honourable testimony to him by approving and commending what he had spoken;
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but at another time not only is he misprised and neglected, but derided by the younger and baser sort of the people, Job 30.1. Joseph at one time in great esteem and credit with Potiphar; None greater in the house then he;
but At Another time not only is he misprised and neglected, but derided by the younger and baser sort of the people, Job 30.1. Joseph At one time in great esteem and credit with Potiphar; None greater in the house then he;
at another time disgraced and without any just cause cast into prison, Gen. 39.8, 9, 20. Moses for the space of fourty years was in great honour at Pharachs Court,
At Another time disgraced and without any just cause cast into prison, Gen. 39.8, 9, 20. Moses for the Molle of fourty Years was in great honour At Pharachs Court,
he who before in a sudden fit of Court-favour was sought out and brought from his Father to the King, in a more violent fit of spight and malice was chased from Court,
he who before in a sudden fit of Court favor was sought out and brought from his Father to the King, in a more violent fit of spite and malice was chased from Court,
and hunted as a Partridge in the wildernesse, 1 Sam. 26.26. Jehoshaphat a man of an upright heart, at one time in great prosperity, and had rest from all his enemies, 2 Chro. 17.10. at another time a great change;
and hunted as a Partridge in the Wilderness, 1 Sam. 26.26. Jehoshaphat a man of an upright heart, At one time in great Prosperity, and had rest from all his enemies, 2 Chro 17.10. At Another time a great change;
whereas in former times other Kingdomes round about feared him, now the fear of them falleth upon him, 2 Chron. 20.12. Paul at one time abounded, and by a divine dispensation is loaded with such things as were necessary for him, Act. 28.10. at another time he is in great adversity;
whereas in former times other Kingdoms round about feared him, now the Fear of them falls upon him, 2 Chronicles 20.12. Paul At one time abounded, and by a divine Dispensation is loaded with such things as were necessary for him, Act. 28.10. At Another time he is in great adversity;
The Reasons wherefore the Lord our God without any change in the purpose of his love, in his wisedome worketh such changes in the condition of his own dear children, are, 1. For their Instruction;
The Reasons Wherefore the Lord our God without any change in the purpose of his love, in his Wisdom works such changes in the condition of his own dear children, Are, 1. For their Instruction;
By such changes the Lord instructs his children to fear him; It is said of the wicked, Psa. 55.19. They have not changes, and therefore they fear not God;
By such changes the Lord instructs his children to Fear him; It is said of the wicked, Psa. 55.19. They have not changes, and Therefore they Fear not God;
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But by great changes from prosperity into adversity, the children of God learn to fear God and eschew evil, Ezr. 9.13. After all that is come upon us for our evil deeds, and for our great trespasse, seeing our God hath punished us lesse then our iniquities deserve;
But by great changes from Prosperity into adversity, the children of God Learn to Fear God and eschew evil, Ezra 9.13. After all that is come upon us for our evil Deeds, and for our great trespass, seeing our God hath punished us less then our iniquities deserve;
God in his gracious and wise dispensation sendeth these changes in their outward condition, that he may thereby work a change in their hearts and practice in after times, that they may repent of their former evil doings,
God in his gracious and wise Dispensation sends these changes in their outward condition, that he may thereby work a change in their hearts and practice in After times, that they may Repent of their former evil doings,
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If our estate were alwaies prosperous in this world, we would rest on it, and say as Peter lifted up in the mountain, Mat. 17. It is good to be here, yea,
If our estate were always prosperous in this world, we would rest on it, and say as Peter lifted up in the mountain, Mathew 17. It is good to be Here, yea,
Therefore the Lord sends a change, and teacheth us to seek hearts rest in God alone, Hos. 2.6. I will hedge up thy way with thorns, and make a wall that she shall not finde her paths;
Therefore the Lord sends a change, and Teaches us to seek hearts rest in God alone, Hos. 2.6. I will hedge up thy Way with thorns, and make a wall that she shall not find her paths;
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Solomon was in great peace and prosperity, but when he sinned, and to please his strange wives, displeased the Lord his God by authorizing and countenancing a false and idolatrous worship, God sent a change,
Solomon was in great peace and Prosperity, but when he sinned, and to please his strange wives, displeased the Lord his God by authorizing and countenancing a false and idolatrous worship, God sent a change,
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and stirred up against him one adversary after another, 1 King. 11.14, 23. Ezechias was in health and prosperity after the time he had been dangerously sick,
and stirred up against him one adversary After Another, 1 King. 11.14, 23. Hezekiah was in health and Prosperity After the time he had been dangerously sick,
yet for his ingratitude the Lord sent a change, and there was wrath upon him and upon Judah and Jerusalem, 2 Chron. 32.35. The Prodigal Son Luk 15. abused his Fathers indulgence and his own plenty;
yet for his ingratitude the Lord sent a change, and there was wrath upon him and upon Judah and Jerusalem, 2 Chronicles 32.35. The Prodigal Son Luk 15. abused his Father's indulgence and his own plenty;
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Whereas on the contrary he suffers wicked and worldly-minded men to enjoy prosperity outward, and to fall and be broken in peeces upon their own Idols of prosperity;
Whereas on the contrary he suffers wicked and worldly-minded men to enjoy Prosperity outward, and to fallen and be broken in Pieces upon their own Idols of Prosperity;
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Riches was a snare to the young man in the Gospel, those golden fetters intangled and restrained him from following Christ, Luk. 18.23. Worldly honour was a snare and a tonguetye to the Rulers of the Synagogue, they confessed not Christ because they loved the praise of men Joh. 12.42, 43. Therefore Agur praieth God to remove such stumbling-blocks out of the way, Prov. 30.9. Give me not riches, lest I be full and deny thee.
Riches was a snare to the young man in the Gospel, those golden fetters entangled and restrained him from following christ, Luk. 18.23. Worldly honour was a snare and a tonguetye to the Rulers of the Synagogue, they confessed not christ Because they loved the praise of men John 12.42, 43. Therefore Agur Prayeth God to remove such stumbling-blocks out of the Way, Curae 30.9. Give me not riches, lest I be full and deny thee.
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In our adversity we perceive that ofttimes the creatures either cannot or will not help us, they prove a broken tooth or a disjointed legge, they will feed,
In our adversity we perceive that ofttimes the creatures either cannot or will not help us, they prove a broken tooth or a disjointed leg, they will feed,
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Jacob saw most of the light of Gods countenance, even then when he saw nothing but clouds of wrath in the countenances of his fierce brother Esau, and of his ingrate Uncle Laban, Gen. 20.12, 13. Gen. 31.5.
Jacob saw most of the Light of God's countenance, even then when he saw nothing but Clouds of wrath in the countenances of his fierce brother Esau, and of his ingrate Uncle Laban, Gen. 20.12, 13. Gen. 31.5.
he saw the glory of God, and Jesus standing on the right hand of God. Act. 7.54, 55. According to that in the Psa. 112.4. Ʋnto the upright there ariseth light in darknesse;
he saw the glory of God, and jesus standing on the right hand of God. Act. 7.54, 55. According to that in the Psa. 112.4. Ʋnto the upright there arises Light in darkness;
and before all the people will I be glorified: And Aaron held his peace; Hereby Davids patience and submission was manifested, Psa. 39.9. I was dumb, I opened not my mouth, because thou didst it;
and before all the people will I be glorified: And Aaron held his peace; Hereby Davids patience and submission was manifested, Psa. 39.9. I was dumb, I opened not my Mouth, Because thou didst it;
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Demas out of love to this present world forsook the truth, but Luke abode in it, 2 Tim. 4.10. Hereby the meeknesse of the children of God is made manifest in a day of their reproach;
Demas out of love to this present world forsook the truth, but Lycia Abided in it, 2 Tim. 4.10. Hereby the meekness of the children of God is made manifest in a day of their reproach;
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but if any thing be spoken or done to their reproach, then become they like the foaming waves of the Sea casting up mire and dirt, they answer calumny with calumny, and render wrong for wrong;
but if any thing be spoken or done to their reproach, then become they like the foaming waves of the Sea casting up mire and dirt, they answer calumny with calumny, and render wrong for wrong;
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The supercilious Pharisees, when they imagined they were wronged in their reputation by that young man, Joh. 9.34. they answered with much sawcinesse and bitternesse, Thou wast altogether born in sin, and dost thou teach us? And they cast him out;
The supercilious Pharisees, when they imagined they were wronged in their reputation by that young man, John 9.34. they answered with much sauciness and bitterness, Thou wast altogether born in since, and dost thou teach us? And they cast him out;
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It was not so with David, when malicious men changed his Name, and belched out reproaches against him, 2 Sam. 16.11. Let him alone (said he to Abishai of railing Shimei ) in the day of Moses his reproach when the people murmured and spoke against him;
It was not so with David, when malicious men changed his Name, and belched out Reproaches against him, 2 Sam. 16.11. Let him alone (said he to Abishai of railing Shimei) in the day of Moses his reproach when the people murmured and spoke against him;
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hereby Pauls meeknesse was made manifest, 1 Cor. 4.12, 13. Lastly, The Lord sends changes in their outward condition for their spiritual aduantage, to assure them of the love of God toward them;
hereby Paul's meekness was made manifest, 1 Cor. 4.12, 13. Lastly, The Lord sends changes in their outward condition for their spiritual advantage, to assure them of the love of God towards them;
So our heavenly Father when he perceives his children nusling on the breast of worldly contentments, out of love he layeth on the wormwood of affliction to wean them from the love of that perishing meat, and to acquaint them with that hidden Manna,
So our heavenly Father when he perceives his children nusling on the breast of worldly contentment's, out of love he Layeth on the wormwood of affliction to wean them from the love of that perishing meat, and to acquaint them with that hidden Manna,
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even the sense of his love in Jesus Christ, and by the bitter taste of afflictions outward, he maketh his love and the Crosse of Christ relish the more sweetly to our souls, Hos. 2.14. I will bring her into the wildernesse and speak comfortably unto her, and as it is in the Original, I will speak to her heart;
even the sense of his love in jesus christ, and by the bitter taste of afflictions outward, he makes his love and the Cross of christ relish the more sweetly to our Souls, Hos. 2.14. I will bring her into the Wilderness and speak comfortably unto her, and as it is in the Original, I will speak to her heart;
and makes them sing for joy. 2. By outward changes the inward joy of their heart is encreased, in their prosperous condition their joy was but uncertain from an opinion they had of their faith, mixed with doubting of the truth and of the soundnesse of their faith;
and makes them sing for joy. 2. By outward changes the inward joy of their heart is increased, in their prosperous condition their joy was but uncertain from an opinion they had of their faith, mixed with doubting of the truth and of the soundness of their faith;
so the joy of Gods children is much encreased from the trial of their faith in time of adversity, 1 Pet. 1.7, 8. That the trial of your faith might be found unto praise, honour,
so the joy of God's children is much increased from the trial of their faith in time of adversity, 1 Pet. 1.7, 8. That the trial of your faith might be found unto praise, honour,
so storms of afflictions in our outward estate serve through a gracious providence to keep in and concentrate our love upon God and his will, Psa. 119.71. It is good for me that I have been afflicted, that I might learn thy Statutes.
so storms of afflictions in our outward estate serve through a gracious providence to keep in and concentrate our love upon God and his will, Psa. 119.71. It is good for me that I have been afflicted, that I might Learn thy Statutes.
and to morrow take the wings of the morning and be gone; When riches encrease set not thy heart upon them, Psa. 82.10. but improve thy present and perishing commodities to a spirituall use for raising up thy thoughts and desires from present enjoyments to a high esteem and strong desire of that enduring substance in heaven;
and to morrow take the wings of the morning and be gone; When riches increase Set not thy heart upon them, Psa. 82.10. but improve thy present and perishing commodities to a spiritual use for raising up thy thoughts and Desires from present enjoyments to a high esteem and strong desire of that enduring substance in heaven;
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Mat. 6.19, 20. From thy worldly riches, inheritance, honours and pleasures, step up to behold and to long after those durable riches, that inheritance incorruptible, that Crown of immortal glory,
Mathew 6.19, 20. From thy worldly riches, inheritance, honours and pleasures, step up to behold and to long After those durable riches, that inheritance incorruptible, that Crown of immortal glory,
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This Doctrine serveth for a ground of reprehension to those who mis-judge the Children of God from their outward afflicted condition, as if they were forsaken of God;
This Doctrine serves for a ground of reprehension to those who misjudge the Children of God from their outward afflicted condition, as if they were forsaken of God;
It was the sinne of Davids enemies. Psa. 71.11. saying, God hath forsaken him: This was the fault of Jobs Friends, from the great and sudden change of his prosperous condition, charging him with hypocrisie, Job 8.6, 13. This rash mis-construction of the providence of God in afflicting his own dear children, provokes him highly against these bitter Criticks, Job 42.7.
It was the sin of Davids enemies. Psa. 71.11. saying, God hath forsaken him: This was the fault of Jobs Friends, from the great and sudden change of his prosperous condition, charging him with hypocrisy, Job 8.6, 13. This rash misconstruction of the providence of God in afflicting his own dear children, provokes him highly against these bitter Critics, Job 42.7.
Job observed it in his time, Job 12.6. The Tabernacles of robbers prosper; and they that provoke God are secure, into whose hand God bringeth abundantly;
Job observed it in his time, Job 12.6. The Tabernacles of robbers prosper; and they that provoke God Are secure, into whose hand God brings abundantly;
So did Solomon in his experience, Eccl. 8.14. there be just men to whom it happeneth according to the work of the wicked men, to whom it happeneth according to the work of the righteous;
So did Solomon in his experience, Ecclesiastes 8.14. there be just men to whom it Happeneth according to the work of the wicked men, to whom it Happeneth according to the work of the righteous;
The rich glutton fared sumptuously every day, but Lazarus would have been content with the crumbs that fell from his Table, Luk. 18. Eccl. 7.15. There is a just man that perisheth in his righteousnesse, and there is a wicked man that prolongeth his life in his wickednesse.
The rich glutton fared sumptuously every day, but Lazarus would have been content with the crumbs that fell from his Table, Luk. 18. Ecclesiastes 7.15. There is a just man that Perishes in his righteousness, and there is a wicked man that prolongeth his life in his wickedness.
and bring into it the abomination of desolation, Dan. 11.31. yet he destroyed wonderfully and prospered, Dan. 8.24. how did the Goths and Vandals, for the most part all Arians, overrun and oppresse the world many years.
and bring into it the abomination of desolation, Dan. 11.31. yet he destroyed wonderfully and prospered, Dan. 8.24. how did the Gothis and Vandals, for the most part all Arians, overrun and oppress the world many Years.
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It is known from time to time that the dearest children of God have been plunged in the deeps of adversity, Heb. 11.36, 37, 38. We must neither justifie the wicked and their courses from their outward prosperity,
It is known from time to time that the dearest children of God have been plunged in the deeps of adversity, Hebrew 11.36, 37, 38. We must neither justify the wicked and their courses from their outward Prosperity,
the Christian Church for the space almost of 300 years was under the hammer of Pagan persecuting Emperours, and after some breathing how did it groan under the Arian Persecution!
the Christian Church for the Molle almost of 300 Years was under the hammer of Pagan persecuting emperors, and After Some breathing how did it groan under the Arian Persecution!
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Consider the Lord turneth them up and down as a wheel at his pleasure, Psa. 83.13. he cuts them down like grasse when they are at the highest, Psa. 92.7.
Consider the Lord turns them up and down as a wheel At his pleasure, Psa. 83.13. he cuts them down like grass when they Are At the highest, Psa. 92.7.
As Haman Esth. 7. Babylon Isa. 47.10. and Herod Act. 12.21. By their prosperity the Lord fats and fits them for a day of slaughter, Rom. 9.22. What if God willing to shew his wrath and to make his power known, endured with much long-suffering the vessels of wrath fitted to destruction? The Lord like a strong man seems to retire for a time from the course of his justice, that he may with greater strength fetch a sore blow upon them;
As Haman Esth. 7. Babylon Isaiah 47.10. and Herod Act. 12.21. By their Prosperity the Lord fats and fits them for a day of slaughter, Rom. 9.22. What if God willing to show his wrath and to make his power known, endured with much long-suffering the vessels of wrath fitted to destruction? The Lord like a strong man seems to retire for a time from the course of his Justice, that he may with greater strength fetch a soar blow upon them;
But the changes that befall the godly are to purifie them from the drosse of corruption, Dan. 12.10. and fit them to be vessels of honour, to the praise, honour, and glory of God at the appearing of Jesus Christ, 1 Pet. 1.7. It serveth for a ground of comfort to the children of God, not to be discouraged with changes in their outward condition, as if it were a thing strange;
But the changes that befall the godly Are to purify them from the dross of corruption, Dan. 12.10. and fit them to be vessels of honour, to the praise, honour, and glory of God At the appearing of jesus christ, 1 Pet. 1.7. It serves for a ground of Comfort to the children of God, not to be discouraged with changes in their outward condition, as if it were a thing strange;
But if after due examination thy conscience beareth thee witnesse, that in the day of prosperity thou drawest out thy soul to the indigent, thou madst not the wedge of gold thy confidence,
But if After due examination thy conscience bears thee witness, that in the day of Prosperity thou drawest out thy soul to the indigent, thou Madest not the wedge of gold thy confidence,
It is far better thy outward prosperity be changed into adversity, then thy inward peace into fear and and trouble of spirit, which would have been if thy prosperity had been to thee a stumbling-block of iniquity.
It is Far better thy outward Prosperity be changed into adversity, then thy inward peace into Fear and and trouble of Spirit, which would have been if thy Prosperity had been to thee a stumbling-block of iniquity.
3. Ʋnder such a change wherein thou perceivest the insufficiency of Creatures, thou wilt see most of the alsufficiency and unchangeablenesse of the love of God;
3. Ʋnder such a change wherein thou perceivest the insufficiency of Creatures, thou wilt see most of the All-sufficiency and unchangeableness of the love of God;
At such a time the Lord will visit thy soul more frequently then in former times when thou wast courted and taken up with the complements of the world;
At such a time the Lord will visit thy soul more frequently then in former times when thou wast courted and taken up with the compliments of the world;
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and one of such visitations will give thee more solid comfort then all the salutations and acclamations of men in the time of thy most flourishing estate.
and one of such visitations will give thee more solid Comfort then all the salutations and acclamations of men in the time of thy most flourishing estate.
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And if there had not been a change and trial, thou wouldest not have had the joy of a tried, sound, and stedfast faith; Therefore saith James Iam. 1.2. My Brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations.
And if there had not been a change and trial, thou Wouldst not have had the joy of a tried, found, and steadfast faith; Therefore Says James Iam. 1.2. My Brothers, count it all joy when you fallen into diverse temptations.
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Be ye sufficed with them, and Heb. 13.5. Be content with such things as ye have, in the original it is, Be ye sufficed with such things as ye have for the present;
Be you sufficed with them, and Hebrew 13.5. Be content with such things as you have, in the original it is, Be you sufficed with such things as you have for the present;
This NONLATINALPHABET and self-sufficiency is in the beleever himself, but not from himself, such a self-sufficiency is only in God from himself, Gen. 17.1. I am the alsufficient God;
This and self-sufficiency is in the believer himself, but not from himself, such a self-sufficiency is only in God from himself, Gen. 17.1. I am the All-sufficient God;
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Some render El shaddai by the same word that is used here, Junius and Tremel. in Marg. and Mercer. on Gen. 17.1. The beleever his sufficiency is in himself not from himself but from God;
some render El shaddai by the same word that is used Here, Junius and Tremel. in Marg. and Mercer. on Gen. 17.1. The believer his sufficiency is in himself not from himself but from God;
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The beleever gets of Gods rich and free grace an interest in Christ, and in him a title to God who is all in all, 1 Cor. 3.23. Ye are Christs, and Christ is Gods;
The believer gets of God's rich and free grace an Interest in christ, and in him a title to God who is all in all, 1 Cor. 3.23. You Are Christ, and christ is God's;
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This inward provision of Gods favour and of faith in Christ is bestowed and laid up in the beleeving heart by Jesus Christ the great Steward of the childrens bread, whereof in his wisedom he gives a sufficient portion in a right proportion for their contentment and present satisfaction,
This inward provision of God's favour and of faith in christ is bestowed and laid up in the believing heart by jesus christ the great Steward of the Children's bred, whereof in his Wisdom he gives a sufficient portion in a right proportion for their contentment and present satisfaction,
as a Traveller sufficiently fed and refreshed in the morning, is resolute and content to passe through a barren wildernesse until the evening, at which time he looks for convenient lodging and plentifull refreshment;
as a Traveller sufficiently fed and refreshed in the morning, is resolute and content to pass through a barren Wilderness until the evening, At which time he looks for convenient lodging and plentiful refreshment;
so a soul refreshed here with some sense of the comfortable love of God in Jesus Christ, which is as the morning of the eternal day of our happinesse, is resolved and well content to passe through any hardnesse in this time of our sojourning until the evening of his life, at which time he will get a day without an evening,
so a soul refreshed Here with Some sense of the comfortable love of God in jesus christ, which is as the morning of the Eternal day of our happiness, is resolved and well content to pass through any hardness in this time of our sojourning until the evening of his life, At which time he will get a day without an evening,
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both in prosperity and adversity he resigns himself over to Gods disposall and with all submission of spirit studieth to reverence his dispensation and to rest thereon.
both in Prosperity and adversity he resigns himself over to God's disposal and with all submission of Spirit studieth to Reverence his Dispensation and to rest thereon.
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1. Because he receives nothing but the bare creature, and this without Gods favour and blessing in Christ is as light bread that satisfies not, nor contenteth the appetite.
1. Because he receives nothing but the bore creature, and this without God's favour and blessing in christ is as Light bred that Satisfies not, nor contents the appetite.
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2. Such a man by his present enjoyments is inflamed with tormenting desires after more, Ecol. 5.10 He that loveth silver shall not be satisfied with silver,
2. Such a man by his present enjoyments is inflamed with tormenting Desires After more, Ecol. 5.10 He that loves silver shall not be satisfied with silver,
3. The wicked and worldly-minded man though his outward estate be prosperous, yet he envieth all that have more then he himself, his eye is evil because he thinks God is good, or better to others:
3. The wicked and worldly-minded man though his outward estate be prosperous, yet he Envieth all that have more then he himself, his eye is evil Because he thinks God is good, or better to Others:
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But the renewed man is content in his prosperity lesse or more, he looketh on his worldly advantages in one relation to God, both as they are tokens of his fatherly love,
But the renewed man is content in his Prosperity less or more, he looks on his worldly advantages in one Relation to God, both as they Are tokens of his fatherly love,
but after more of God himself, in whom alone is eminently to be found all the comfort that is scattered and sprinkled like salt here and there on diverse creatures;
but After more of God himself, in whom alone is eminently to be found all the Comfort that is scattered and sprinkled like salt Here and there on diverse creatures;
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the more plentiful condition of others doth augment, but no waies diminish his contentment, for he rejoyceth and delights in the riches of Gods bounty to others.
the more plentiful condition of Others does augment, but no ways diminish his contentment, for he Rejoiceth and delights in the riches of God's bounty to Others.
he looked to the Soveraign Lord, who rendreth not an account of any of his matters, Job 33.13. Not only is he content and submits to what is revealed, but is prepared to submit to more when God reveals more of his will to afflict him;
he looked to the Sovereign Lord, who rendereth not an account of any of his matters, Job 33.13. Not only is he content and submits to what is revealed, but is prepared to submit to more when God reveals more of his will to afflict him;
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Let him do this (said Eli) and whatsoever seemeth him good; So did Ezechias rest content with a sad dispensation, 2 King. 20.19. Good is the Word of the Lord (said he to the Prophet) which thou hast spoken; So did David, 2 Sam. 15.26. Behold here am I, let him do unto me as seemeth good unto him.
Let him do this (said Eli) and whatsoever seems him good; So did Hezekiah rest content with a sad Dispensation, 2 King. 20.19. Good is the Word of the Lord (said he to the Prophet) which thou hast spoken; So did David, 2 Sam. 15.26. Behold Here am I, let him do unto me as seems good unto him.
The reasons and ground of his contentment in his greatest adversity are, 1. Because the childe of God makes Gods favour his portion, Psa. 16.5. Psa. 73.26. Psa. 119.57. Thou art my portion O Lord, The loving-kindenesse of the Lord is better then life;
The Reasons and ground of his contentment in his greatest adversity Are, 1. Because the child of God makes God's favour his portion, Psa. 16.5. Psa. 73.26. Psa. 119.57. Thou art my portion Oh Lord, The loving-kindenesse of the Lord is better then life;
The childe of God can and will rejoyce in this everlasting portion; Though all things worldly should fail him, he wants not matter of contentment that hath the all-sufficient God for his everlasting portion, Hab. 3.16, 17, 18. in a time of great trouble;
The child of God can and will rejoice in this everlasting portion; Though all things worldly should fail him, he Wants not matter of contentment that hath the All-sufficient God for his everlasting portion, Hab. 3.16, 17, 18. in a time of great trouble;
So the childe of God, though his outward commodities perish, yet he rejoyceth in his God, who is the strength of his heart, and portion for ever, Psa. 73.26. 2. Faith in a renewed man looks up to God as his Father in Christ, Joh. 16.27. The Father himself loveth you, Joh. 20.27. I ascend to my Father and your Father;
So the child of God, though his outward commodities perish, yet he Rejoiceth in his God, who is the strength of his heart, and portion for ever, Psa. 73.26. 2. Faith in a renewed man looks up to God as his Father in christ, John 16.27. The Father himself loves you, John 20.27. I ascend to my Father and your Father;
If ye then being evil know how to give good gifts unto your children, how much more shall your heavenly Father which is in heaven give good things to them that ask him?
If you then being evil know how to give good Gifts unto your children, how much more shall your heavenly Father which is in heaven give good things to them that ask him?
Now God hath promised, Psa. 34.9. There is no want to them that fear him, Psa. 37.3. Trust in the Lord and do good, so shalt thou dwell in the Land, and verily thou shalt be fed;
Now God hath promised, Psa. 34.9. There is no want to them that Fear him, Psa. 37.3. Trust in the Lord and do good, so shalt thou dwell in the Land, and verily thou shalt be fed;
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Faith from an interest in Christ that great Original gift convinceth the judgement, and perswades the heart quietly to depend on God for lesser benefits;
Faith from an Interest in christ that great Original gift Convinces the judgement, and persuades the heart quietly to depend on God for lesser benefits;
This sight doth so affect the heart with quietnesse and contentment, that it neither faints nor frets under present troubles, 2 Cor. 4.16, 18. For which cause we faint not,
This sighed does so affect the heart with quietness and contentment, that it neither faints nor frets under present Troubles, 2 Cor. 4.16, 18. For which cause we faint not,
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It is both folly and presumption for the Patient to prescribe to his Physician; Let us rather resolve with the Apostle Paul Act. 21.13. I am ready not to be bound only, but also to die at Jerusalem for the Name of the Lord Jesus;
It is both folly and presumption for the Patient to prescribe to his physician; Let us rather resolve with the Apostle Paul Act. 21.13. I am ready not to be bound only, but also to die At Jerusalem for the Name of the Lord jesus;
And with the Martyr Ignatius be content to suffer one extremity after another, so that we may gain Jesus Christ; Remember what would have become of us if our Lord and Surety Jesus Christ hath said so, that he was content to pay a part only of our debt,
And with the Martyr Ignatius be content to suffer one extremity After Another, so that we may gain jesus christ; remember what would have become of us if our Lord and Surety jesus christ hath said so, that he was content to pay a part only of our debt,
The second act of the composure of his Spirit in all conditions of life is manifested in his solid and equal carriage, I know both how to be abased and how to abound.
The second act of the composure of his Spirit in all conditions of life is manifested in his solid and equal carriage, I know both how to be abased and how to abound.
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and dead like a stone, 1 Sam. 25. But he is of a prudent, solid, and equal temper of spirit, 1 Cor. 7.30. They that weep as though they weep not, and they that rejoyce as though they rejoyce not:
and dead like a stone, 1 Sam. 25. But he is of a prudent, solid, and equal temper of Spirit, 1 Cor. 7.30. They that weep as though they weep not, and they that rejoice as though they rejoice not:
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Neither will they as the Pharisees disfigure their faces when there is no sorrow in their hearts, Matth. 6. But they carry the variety of their condition in such a mystery of moderation, that beholders cannot reade their condition in their countenance or outward behaviour;
Neither will they as the Pharisees disfigure their faces when there is no sorrow in their hearts, Matthew 6. But they carry the variety of their condition in such a mystery of moderation, that beholders cannot read their condition in their countenance or outward behaviour;
Our joy in prosperity we moderate by the grace of humility, Our sorrow in adversity by Christian Fortitude and Faith in God, Psa. 27.19. I had fainted, unlesse I had beleeved, to see the goodnesse of God in the Land of the living;
Our joy in Prosperity we moderate by the grace of humility, Our sorrow in adversity by Christian Fortitude and Faith in God, Psa. 27.19. I had fainted, unless I had believed, to see the Goodness of God in the Land of the living;
1. Because God puts his fear in the hearts of his own children. Jer. 32.40. and fear to offend God by abuse of prosperity keeps the heart humble and stable;
1. Because God puts his Fear in the hearts of his own children. Jer. 32.40. and Fear to offend God by abuse of Prosperity keeps the heart humble and stable;
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faith also in adversity quiets and settles our spirits, when we beleeve that our light afflictions which are but for a moment, work for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory, 2 Cor. 4.17. fear and faith are to the soul, as ballast and sails to the ship;
faith also in adversity quiets and settles our spirits, when we believe that our Light afflictions which Are but for a moment, work for us a Far more exceeding and Eternal weight of glory, 2 Cor. 4.17. Fear and faith Are to the soul, as ballast and sails to the ship;
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they trust in their wealth, and boast themselves in the multitude of their riches, Psal. 49.6. Some abuse their prosperity to riot and excesse, feeding themselves without fear of God that covereth their table, Jude v. 12. Jam. 5.5. weep ye rich men, ye have lived in pleasure on the earth and been wanton;
they trust in their wealth, and boast themselves in the multitude of their riches, Psalm 49.6. some abuse their Prosperity to riot and excess, feeding themselves without Fear of God that Covereth their table, U^de v. 12. Jam. 5.5. weep you rich men, you have lived in pleasure on the earth and been wanton;
he abuseth that to make it a burden, which should be an ease and relief: The mercies of the wicked are cruel, Prov. 12.10. 2. Of such as know not how to be abased, but miscarry in á day of adversity:
he abuseth that to make it a burden, which should be an ease and relief: The Mercies of the wicked Are cruel, Curae 12.10. 2. Of such as know not how to be abased, but miscarry in á day of adversity:
so did the people of Israel in the wildernesse, Exod. 16.2, 3. They murmured and said, Would to God we had died by the hand of the Lord in the land of Egypt,
so did the people of Israel in the Wilderness, Exod 16.2, 3. They murmured and said, Would to God we had died by the hand of the Lord in the land of Egypt,
Behold this evil is of the Lord (said he) what should I wait for the Lord any longer? And such as are desperate of Gods help use unlawfull means for relief, as Ahaziah, 2 King. 1.
Behold this evil is of the Lord (said he) what should I wait for the Lord any longer? And such as Are desperate of God's help use unlawful means for relief, as Ahaziah, 2 King. 1.
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it is a swelling in the high wall, whose breaking cometh suddenly at an instant. Isa. 30.13. Pride in prosperity is an evident prognostick of a fall and change. Dan. 4.31.
it is a swelling in the high wall, whose breaking comes suddenly At an instant. Isaiah 30.13. Pride in Prosperity is an evident prognostic of a fallen and change. Dan. 4.31.
While the word of pride and boasting in his prosperity was in the mouth of Nebuchadnezzar, there fell a voice from Heaven, saying, O King Nebuchadnezzar, to thee it is spoken, the Kingdom is departed from thee;
While the word of pride and boasting in his Prosperity was in the Mouth of Nebuchadnezzar, there fell a voice from Heaven, saying, Oh King Nebuchadnezzar, to thee it is spoken, the Kingdom is departed from thee;
he that was lifted up above the ordinary condition of men in plenty and honour is brought down so low that he runs mad and wilde amongst the beasts of the Field, and eateth grasse as oxen.
he that was lifted up above the ordinary condition of men in plenty and honour is brought down so low that he runs mad and wild among the beasts of the Field, and Eateth grass as oxen.
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5. Thou that in thy prosperity mis-knowest thy self, and despisest the poor in his adversity, thou sinnest against God, who only of rich and free bounty hath made the difference between thy condition and his, Prov. 14.31. He that despiseth his neighbour sinneth, but he that hath mercy on the poor, happy is he.
5. Thou that in thy Prosperity mis-knowest thy self, and Despisest the poor in his adversity, thou Sinnest against God, who only of rich and free bounty hath made the difference between thy condition and his, Curae 14.31. He that despises his neighbour Sinneth, but he that hath mercy on the poor, happy is he.
and addest affliction to the afflicted, thou reproachedst God his maker, who entitles himself the defender and judge of the poor and indigent, Psa. 72.4. Thou provokest God to deliver up thy estate into the hands of the spoiler, Isa. 33.1. Wo to thee that spoilest, and thou wast not spoiled;
and addest affliction to the afflicted, thou reproachedst God his maker, who entitles himself the defender and judge of the poor and indigent, Psa. 72.4. Thou provokest God to deliver up thy estate into the hands of the spoiler, Isaiah 33.1. Woe to thee that spoilest, and thou wast not spoiled;
1. Thou that art senselesse of Gods visitation, consider that of Prov. 3.11. Heb. 12.5. Job 5.17. Despise not the chastening of the Lord, sleight it not, but take notice of it;
1. Thou that art senseless of God's Visitation, Consider that of Curae 3.11. Hebrew 12.5. Job 5.17. Despise not the chastening of the Lord, sleight it not, but take notice of it;
This fainting is an evidence of a pusillanimous and weak spirit; Against this soul-fainting the only cordiall is faith in God and his gracious promises. Psa. 27.14. I had fainted, unlesse I had beleeved to see the goodnesse of God in the Land of the Living. Psa. 43.5. O my Soul, why art thou disquieted within me? hope in God, for I shall yet praise him;
This fainting is an evidence of a pusillanimous and weak Spirit; Against this soul-fainting the only cordial is faith in God and his gracious promises. Psa. 27.14. I had fainted, unless I had believed to see the Goodness of God in the Land of the Living. Psa. 43.5. Oh my Soul, why art thou disquieted within me? hope in God, for I shall yet praise him;
By faith as the saving Organ the sweet smell of Gods mercies is carried into the heart, and revives it, Psa. 138.7. Though I walk in the midst of trouble thou wilt revive me.
By faith as the Saving Organ the sweet smell of God's Mercies is carried into the heart, and revives it, Psa. 138.7. Though I walk in the midst of trouble thou wilt revive me.
3. Thou that art impatient and secretly in thy heart murmurest against the good Providence of God, consider in time thy fretting impatience doth more disquiet thy soul then the crosse it self can:
3. Thou that art impatient and secretly in thy heart murmurest against the good Providence of God, Consider in time thy fretting impatience does more disquiet thy soul then the cross it self can:
by patience thou possessest thy soul, Luke 21.19. but by impatience thou dispossessest thy self of that dominion thou shouldest have over thy thoughts, speeches and actions;
by patience thou possessest thy soul, Lycia 21.19. but by impatience thou dispossessest thy self of that dominion thou Shouldst have over thy thoughts, Speeches and actions;
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it so distracts thee that thou knowest not what thou thinkest, speakest, or doest; By thy impatience thou provokest God to encrease and continue thy crosse;
it so distracts thee that thou Knowest not what thou Thinkest, Speakest, or dost; By thy impatience thou provokest God to increase and continue thy cross;
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Consider it is a fearfull thing in the time of thy impatience to get thy desire of ease and delivery satisfied, at such a time it is far better to want it then to have it;
Consider it is a fearful thing in the time of thy impatience to get thy desire of ease and delivery satisfied, At such a time it is Far better to want it then to have it;
It is a feeding for the slaughter, Num. 11.33. The people were impatient for want of flesh, God gave it to them, But while the flesh was in their mouth, the wrath of the Lord was kindled;
It is a feeding for the slaughter, Num. 11.33. The people were impatient for want of Flesh, God gave it to them, But while the Flesh was in their Mouth, the wrath of the Lord was kindled;
Thou saist as Israel did in their unbeleef, Can the Lord prepare a Table in the Wildernesse? Psa. 78.19. Such Unbelief in a time of a great and common calamity may provoke God to seclude thee from the comfort of the common deliverance;
Thou Sayest as Israel did in their unbelief, Can the Lord prepare a Table in the Wilderness? Psa. 78.19. Such Unbelief in a time of a great and Common calamity may provoke God to seclude thee from the Comfort of the Common deliverance;
That unbeleeving Lord who blasphemed God in his power, was trod down in the gate, and was not partaker of the common benefit, 2 King. 7.19, 20. 5. Thou that usest unlawfull means to be freed of thy trouble, consider in time such means provoke to more wrath;
That unbelieving Lord who blasphemed God in his power, was trod down in the gate, and was not partaker of the Common benefit, 2 King. 7.19, 20. 5. Thou that usest unlawful means to be freed of thy trouble, Consider in time such means provoke to more wrath;
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Ahaziah his consulting with wizards in the time of his sicknesse brought him to his death, 2 King. 1. The Jews did persecute the Prince of life, thinking thereby to preserve their place and nation, Joh. 11.48.
Ahaziah his consulting with wizards in the time of his sickness brought him to his death, 2 King. 1. The jews did persecute the Prince of life, thinking thereby to preserve their place and Nation, John 11.48.
This Doctrine serveth for a seasonable warning to the children of God who are subject to the like passions within, and to the like temptations from without,
This Doctrine serves for a seasonable warning to the children of God who Are Subject to the like passion within, and to the like temptations from without,
1. Be thankefull to thy God, Deut. 8.10. When thou hast eaten and art full, then thou shalt blesse the Lord thy God for the good Land which he hath given thee;
1. Be thankful to thy God, Deuteronomy 8.10. When thou hast eaten and art full, then thou shalt bless the Lord thy God for the good Land which he hath given thee;
Remember that wrath was upon good Ezechias for his ingratitude, 2 Chron. 32.25. 2. Walk humbly with thy God, remembring thou hast nothing but what thou hast received;
remember that wrath was upon good Hezekiah for his ingratitude, 2 Chronicles 32.25. 2. Walk humbly with thy God, remembering thou hast nothing but what thou hast received;
Remember, the rich and poor meet together, Pro. 22.2. they are alike in their birth, both come naked out of the womb, and alike at their death, they return naked to the womb of the earth, the difference only is for a moment of time;
remember, the rich and poor meet together, Pro 22.2. they Are alike in their birth, both come naked out of the womb, and alike At their death, they return naked to the womb of the earth, the difference only is for a moment of time;
Remember Ezechias his pride in his treasures provoked God to give them to the spoiler, 2 King. 20.17. 3. Walk in charity toward them that want the good things of the world;
remember Hezekiah his pride in his treasures provoked God to give them to the spoiler, 2 King. 20.17. 3. Walk in charity towards them that want the good things of the world;
how dwelleth the love of God in him? yea, thy outward performances of publique worship and solemn humiliation by fasting is abomination before the Lord without this labour of love, Isa. 58.6, 7. The Lord requires that thou deal thy bread to the hungry, &c. If God send a change, the remembrance of thy mercifull dealing with the poor will comfort thy heart in adversity;
how dwells the love of God in him? yea, thy outward performances of public worship and solemn humiliation by fasting is abomination before the Lord without this labour of love, Isaiah 58.6, 7. The Lord requires that thou deal thy bred to the hungry, etc. If God send a change, the remembrance of thy merciful dealing with the poor will Comfort thy heart in adversity;
4. In thy abundance moderate thy affections; Let not thy desire, joy and delight dwell on things worldly, Phil. 3.20. Let your conversation be in heaven;
4. In thy abundance moderate thy affections; Let not thy desire, joy and delight dwell on things worldly, Philip 3.20. Let your Conversation be in heaven;
Amidst all thy transient pleasures here let thy minde and heart be set upon the things that are above, Col. 3.2. 5. Of thy worldly commodities make a spirituall use;
Amid all thy Transient pleasures Here let thy mind and heart be Set upon the things that Are above, Col. 3.2. 5. Of thy worldly commodities make a spiritual use;
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as a profane worldling in a Church-meeting many times hath earthly thoughts, so the spiritual man even in his civill meetings, in the midst of his earthly pleasures is a heavenly-minded man, He looks through the creatures to heaven, He can at once look both to the earth and to the third heaven;
as a profane worldling in a Church meeting many times hath earthly thoughts, so the spiritual man even in his civil meetings, in the midst of his earthly pleasures is a heavenly-minded man, He looks through the creatures to heaven, He can At once look both to the earth and to the third heaven;
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humble thy self before him, with Ephraim bemoan thy self, Jer. 31.18. accept the punishment of thy sin, and justifie the Lord in all his dispensations, Lev. 26.41. and seek to God by praier for comfort. Isa. 26.16. They poured out a praier when thy chastening was upon them.
humble thy self before him, with Ephraim bemoan thy self, Jer. 31.18. accept the punishment of thy since, and justify the Lord in all his dispensations, Lev. 26.41. and seek to God by prayer for Comfort. Isaiah 26.16. They poured out a prayer when thy chastening was upon them.
Good Baruch fainted in his sighing in a time of adversity and dis-appointment of his hopes, Jer. 45.3. Jonah fainted in a time of great perplexity, Jonah 2.7. Prepare cordials against this fainting;
Good baruch fainted in his sighing in a time of adversity and disappointment of his hope's, Jer. 45.3. Jonah fainted in a time of great perplexity, Jonah 2.7. Prepare cordials against this fainting;
As men subject to fainting in the body carry alwaies about with them some preservatives, lay up store of the precious promises with faith to them in thy understanding,
As men Subject to fainting in the body carry always about with them Some preservatives, lay up store of the precious promises with faith to them in thy understanding,
He is unchangeable in his love, He loveth to the end, Joh. 13.1. The meditation on former experience, and on the unchangeablenesse of his love is a Restorative to a fainting soul.
He is unchangeable in his love, He loves to the end, John 13.1. The meditation on former experience, and on the unchangeableness of his love is a Restorative to a fainting soul.
It is true, the dear children of God may have their own fits of impatiency, as Moses at Meribah: Job had his, Job 3. Jeremiah, Jer. 15.10. and Jonah had a sore fit, Jon. 4.8. It is better for me to die then to live, His fit groweth worse vers. 9. I do well to be angry even unto death;
It is true, the dear children of God may have their own fits of impatiency, as Moses At Meribah: Job had his, Job 3. Jeremiah, Jer. 15.10. and Jonah had a soar fit, Jon. 4.8. It is better for me to die then to live, His fit grows Worse vers. 9. I do well to be angry even unto death;
4. Cast not away thy confidence but walk by faith; In a time of trouble the Just shall live by faith, Hab. 2.4. The children of God in times of great and long troubles are subject to fits of unbelief, Judg. 6.13. Gideon said, O my Lord, if the Lord be with us why then is all this befallen us? Did not the Lord bring us up from Egypt, but now the Lord hath forsaken us; And David Psa. 116.11. I said in my haste All men are lyars, Psa. 31.22. I said in my haste I am cut off from before thine eyes.
4. Cast not away thy confidence but walk by faith; In a time of trouble the Just shall live by faith, Hab. 2.4. The children of God in times of great and long Troubles Are Subject to fits of unbelief, Judges 6.13. gideon said, Oh my Lord, if the Lord be with us why then is all this befallen us? Did not the Lord bring us up from Egypt, but now the Lord hath forsaken us; And David Psa. 116.11. I said in my haste All men Are liars, Psa. 31.22. I said in my haste I am Cut off from before thine eyes.
Notwithstanding special promises of God to the contrary, yet he had his own fit of distrustfull fear to be cut off by the hand of Saul; Against such fits guard thy heart with submission to his divine wisedom in the training up of his own children, He scourgeth every Son whom he receiveth, Heb. 12.6. Consider his gracious wisedom ordering thy afflictions for thy souls good, Heb. 12.13. He chastiseth us for our profit, that we may be partakers of his holinesse:
Notwithstanding special promises of God to the contrary, yet he had his own fit of distrustful Fear to be Cut off by the hand of Saul; Against such fits guard thy heart with submission to his divine Wisdom in the training up of his own children, He scourges every Son whom he receives, Hebrew 12.6. Consider his gracious Wisdom ordering thy afflictions for thy Souls good, Hebrew 12.13. He Chastiseth us for our profit, that we may be partakers of his holiness:
In the experience of this say thou to thy heart as Sampsons Mother said to her Husband Manoah, Judg. 13.23. If the Lord were pleased to kill us, he would not have received a burnt-offering and a meat-offering at our hands.
In the experience of this say thou to thy heart as Sampsons Mother said to her Husband Manoah, Judges 13.23. If the Lord were pleased to kill us, he would not have received a Burnt-offering and a Meat offering At our hands.
Who is amongst you that feareth the Lord, and obeyeth the voice of his servant, that walketh in darknesse and hath no light? let him rest in the Name of the Lord, and stay upon his God.
Who is among you that fears the Lord, and Obeyeth the voice of his servant, that walks in darkness and hath no Light? let him rest in the Name of the Lord, and stay upon his God.
and so all men should be taught this contentment, but the contrary is seen in many male-contents and murmurers under their present condition in the world:
and so all men should be taught this contentment, but the contrary is seen in many malcontents and murmurers under their present condition in the world:
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It is true, heathen men, specially the Stoick Philosophers have spoken somewhat to this purpose, yet they did not teach men to be content in whatsoever estate;
It is true, heathen men, specially the Stoic Philosophers have spoken somewhat to this purpose, yet they did not teach men to be content in whatsoever estate;
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Fabricius that Noble Romane Senator was content to feed upon his dish of Roots, and he answered to these Legats, who would have corrupted him with vast Sums of gold to betray his own Countrey, that a man who was content to feed on Roots needed not their gold:
Fabricius that Noble Roman Senator was content to feed upon his dish of Roots, and he answered to these Legates, who would have corrupted him with vast Sums of gold to betray his own Country, that a man who was content to feed on Roots needed not their gold:
Because thou hast kept the word of my patience (saith the Angel of the Covenant to the Church of Philadelphia ) I will also keep thee from the hour of Temptation, &c. It is taught by the word of precept which commandeth us to be godly,
Because thou hast kept the word of my patience (Says the Angel of the Covenant to the Church of Philadelphia) I will also keep thee from the hour of Temptation, etc. It is taught by the word of precept which commands us to be godly,
That is, godlinesse which hath alwaies with it contentment is great gain, 1 Tim. 6.8. Having food and raiment let us be therewith content, Heb. 13.5. Be content with such things as ye have;
That is, godliness which hath always with it contentment is great gain, 1 Tim. 6.8. Having food and raiment let us be therewith content, Hebrew 13.5. Be content with such things as you have;
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he threatens them from the fearfull destruction that fell upon murmurers against the Lords dispensation, Jude ep. 15, 16, 17. Behold, the Lord cometh with ten thousand of his Saints, to execute judgement upon all,
he threatens them from the fearful destruction that fell upon murmurers against the lords Dispensation, U^de Epistle. 15, 16, 17. Behold, the Lord comes with ten thousand of his Saints, to execute judgement upon all,
and to convince all that are ungodly among them of all their ungodly deeds, and of all their hard speeches which ungodly sinners have spoken against him; These are murmurers, complainers;
and to convince all that Are ungodly among them of all their ungodly Deeds, and of all their hard Speeches which ungodly Sinners have spoken against him; These Are murmurers, complainers;
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It is taught fully by the word of Promise, Heb. 13.5. Be content with such things as ye have, for he hath said, I will never leave thee nor forsake thee;
It is taught Fully by the word of Promise, Hebrew 13.5. Be content with such things as you have, for he hath said, I will never leave thee nor forsake thee;
1. He promiseth provision in time of want, Psa. 34.10. The young Lions shall lack and suffer hunger, but they that seek the Lord shall not want any good thing:
1. He promises provision in time of want, Psa. 34.10. The young Lions shall lack and suffer hunger, but they that seek the Lord shall not want any good thing:
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Hath it not been seen in a time of great scarcity, that many old oppressors who sometimes have been like fierce Lions roaring after their prey on the poor,
Hath it not been seen in a time of great scarcity, that many old Oppressors's who sometime have been like fierce Lions roaring After their prey on the poor,
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and like the evening wolves, in the end have been brought into great misery, when they that fear the Lord have been furnished daily with a comfortable supply out of the storehouse of divine Providence;
and like the evening wolves, in the end have been brought into great misery, when they that Fear the Lord have been furnished daily with a comfortable supply out of the storehouse of divine Providence;
2. The Lord promiseth both protection and provision, so that a man well guarded by the Almighty God needs not eat his bread with quaking but with chearfulnesse, Isa. 33.15, 16. He that walketh righteously and speaketh uprightly, he shall dwell on high, his place of defence shall be the mountains of rocks, bread shall be given him and his waters shall be sure.
2. The Lord promises both protection and provision, so that a man well guarded by the Almighty God needs not eat his bred with quaking but with cheerfulness, Isaiah 33.15, 16. He that walks righteously and speaks uprightly, he shall dwell on high, his place of defence shall be the Mountains of Rocks, bred shall be given him and his waters shall be sure.
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Is not this a solid ground of contentment to have such a comforter in our troubles? He is near to us in all our troubles, a present help in trouble, Psa. 46.1.2. He is an alsufficient comforter us in all our troubles;
Is not this a solid ground of contentment to have such a comforter in our Troubles? He is near to us in all our Troubles, a present help in trouble, Psa. 46.1.2. He is an All-sufficient comforter us in all our Troubles;
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The God of all comfort who comforteth us in all our tribulations, 2 Cor. 1.3, 4. His comfortable presence goeth along with them in all their tribulations, he was with Joseph in the pit and in the prison;
The God of all Comfort who comforts us in all our tribulations, 2 Cor. 1.3, 4. His comfortable presence Goes along with them in all their tribulations, he was with Joseph in the pit and in the prison;
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with Jacob in his pursuit by Esau, and in his pursuit by Laban; with Moses in the River, in Midian, and in his great troubles and dangers from the peoples murmuring in the wilderness;
with Jacob in his pursuit by Esau, and in his pursuit by Laban; with Moses in the River, in Midian, and in his great Troubles and dangers from the peoples murmuring in the Wilderness;
This word of promise was the ground of Davids comfort and contentment in a world of troubles, Psa. 119.50. This is my comfort in my affliction, for thy Word hath quickened me.
This word of promise was the ground of Davids Comfort and contentment in a world of Troubles, Psa. 119.50. This is my Comfort in my affliction, for thy Word hath quickened me.
5. The Lord in his Word promiseth strength to uphold beleevers under heavy pressures and burthens. Isaiah 42.10. I will strengthen thee, yea, I will help thee, yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness; and 1 Cor. 10.13. He will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear it;
5. The Lord in his Word promises strength to uphold believers under heavy pressures and burdens. Isaiah 42.10. I will strengthen thee, yea, I will help thee, yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness; and 1 Cor. 10.13. He will with the temptation also make a Way to escape, that you may be able to bear it;
but as God laid a heavy burden on Moses to go and speak to Pharaoh in a matter so displeasing unto him, he did sustain him under the burthen, Exod. 4.12. Go, and I will be with thy mouth, and teach thee what thou shalt say.
but as God laid a heavy burden on Moses to go and speak to Pharaoh in a matter so displeasing unto him, he did sustain him under the burden, Exod 4.12. Go, and I will be with thy Mouth, and teach thee what thou shalt say.
6. The promise of a wise and gracious providence ordering all things for good to them that love God is a sure ground of contentment to the children of God in their lowest condition;
6. The promise of a wise and gracious providence ordering all things for good to them that love God is a sure ground of contentment to the children of God in their lowest condition;
Though they know not the good of the bitter cup of affliction, yet they shall know it, Rom. 8.28. We know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are called according to his purpose:
Though they know not the good of the bitter cup of affliction, yet they shall know it, Rom. 8.28. We know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who Are called according to his purpose:
There God made his acquaintance with the Butler, who made him known to Pharaoh, that sent for him and preferred him in Egypt; Moses in his Infancy was cast into the River, God orders it for good;
There God made his acquaintance with the Butler, who made him known to Pharaoh, that sent for him and preferred him in Egypt; Moses in his Infancy was cast into the River, God order it for good;
The rod of Ashur is ordered by God for humbling his people of Israel, Isa. 20.12. The furnace of Babylon is ordered of God to be a means for purging his people and making them as choice gold for his Treasure, Isa. 27.9. By this therefore shall the iniquity of Jacob be purged, and this is all the fruit to take away his sinne;
The rod of Ashur is ordered by God for humbling his people of Israel, Isaiah 20.12. The furnace of Babylon is ordered of God to be a means for purging his people and making them as choice gold for his Treasure, Isaiah 27.9. By this Therefore shall the iniquity of Jacob be purged, and this is all the fruit to take away his sin;
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They know not whether they shall turn to their temporall good, but they may know certainly they shall be ordered and carried on for their spiritual good.
They know not whither they shall turn to their temporal good, but they may know Certainly they shall be ordered and carried on for their spiritual good.
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and of that Crown of immortal glory, is, and shall be a ground of contentment in tempestuous times, in our seed time of tears, in our warfare against terrours within and fightings without;
and of that Crown of immortal glory, is, and shall be a ground of contentment in tempestuous times, in our seed time of tears, in our warfare against terrors within and fightings without;
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Faithfull is he who hath promised, Psal. 34.19. Many are the afflictions of the righteous, but the Lord delivereth him out of them all. Joh. 16.20. Verily, verily, I say unto you, that ye shall weep and lament, but the world shall rejoyce;
Faithful is he who hath promised, Psalm 34.19. Many Are the afflictions of the righteous, but the Lord Delivereth him out of them all. John 16.20. Verily, verily, I say unto you, that you shall weep and lament, but the world shall rejoice;
The sick Patient in the time of his pain while the medicine is a working, being forewarned of it by the Physitian, hath some contentment and comfort in the hope of the good of it in his after health foretold him also by his Physitian;
The sick Patient in the time of his pain while the medicine is a working, being forewarned of it by the physician, hath Some contentment and Comfort in the hope of the good of it in his After health foretold him also by his physician;
2. We learn contentment and submission of spirit from our Lord Jesus Christ who in his lowest condition rested content with his Fathers will, Samaria refused to entertain him;
2. We Learn contentment and submission of Spirit from our Lord jesus christ who in his lowest condition rested content with his Father's will, Samaria refused to entertain him;
when he was hungry and none ministred unto him; The devil tempted him to discontent and murmuring, Mat. 4.3. If thou be the Son of God, command that these stones be made bread;
when he was hungry and none ministered unto him; The Devil tempted him to discontent and murmuring, Mathew 4.3. If thou be the Son of God, command that these stones be made bred;
2. When thou sufferest in thy Name, learn contentment from his example, 1 Pet. 2.21. Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example that we should follow his steps, who when he was reviled, reviled not again;
2. When thou sufferest in thy Name, Learn contentment from his Exampl, 1 Pet. 2.21. christ also suffered for us, leaving us an Exampl that we should follow his steps, who when he was reviled, reviled not again;
as a man gluttonous and a wine-bibber, a friend of Publicans and sinners, Mat. 11.19. a deceiver of the people, Joh. 7.12. Mat. 27.63 and a complier with that arch malignant spirit, Mat. 12.24. The Servant should be content when he is no worse, yea, not so evil entreated as his Lord and Master;
as a man gluttonous and a winebibber, a friend of Publicans and Sinners, Mathew 11.19. a deceiver of the people, John 7.12. Mathew 27.63 and a complier with that arch malignant Spirit, Mathew 12.24. The Servant should be content when he is no Worse, yea, not so evil entreated as his Lord and Master;
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when thou art affronted and mocked to thy face by insolent enemies insulting on thy misery, be content and look to thy Lord who was as a sheep dumb before her shearer, he was affronted with a Scepter of reed put into his hand, with a tormenting crown of thorns on his head;
when thou art affronted and mocked to thy face by insolent enemies insulting on thy misery, be content and look to thy Lord who was as a sheep dumb before her shearer, he was affronted with a Sceptre of reed put into his hand, with a tormenting crown of thorns on his head;
If they do these things in a green tree, what shall be done in the dry? Luk. 23.31. 3. We learn this lesson of contentment by the Spirit of Christ, who teacheth us by enlightening the understanding with faith to perceive and discern the unsearchable riches of Christ;
If they do these things in a green tree, what shall be done in the dry? Luk. 23.31. 3. We Learn this Lesson of contentment by the Spirit of christ, who Teaches us by enlightening the understanding with faith to perceive and discern the unsearchable riches of christ;
So it makes him rest content in all his sufferings, and to think them light in comparison of that glory hid with Christ in God, which will be revealed to us at the second coming of Jesus Christ, Rom. 8.18. I reckon (saith the Apostle) that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us.
So it makes him rest content in all his sufferings, and to think them Light in comparison of that glory hid with christ in God, which will be revealed to us At the second coming of jesus christ, Rom. 8.18. I reckon (Says the Apostle) that the sufferings of this present time Are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us.
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Eph. 1.13, 24. In whom also after ye have beleeved, ye were sealed with that holy Spirit of promise, which is the earnest of our Inheritance until the redemption of the purchased possession,
Ephesians 1.13, 24. In whom also After you have believed, you were sealed with that holy Spirit of promise, which is the earnest of our Inheritance until the redemption of the purchased possession,
unto the praise of his glory; The Spirit seals to the beleever two great priviledges. 1. His Adoption, Rom. 8.16. The Spirit beareth witnesse to our spirits that we are the children of God.
unto the praise of his glory; The Spirit Seals to the believer two great privileges. 1. His Adoption, Rom. 8.16. The Spirit bears witness to our spirits that we Are the children of God.
and in a like, though no waies equal frame of a submisse spirit, we say as our Lord the beloved Son of the Father said both for satisfaction in our behalf,
and in a like, though no ways equal frame of a submiss Spirit, we say as our Lord the Beloved Son of the Father said both for satisfaction in our behalf,
and for an example of submission to us, Job. 18.11. Shall I not drink of the cup which my Father hath given me to drink? The assurance of our Inheritance makes us content in this time of our minority to be under the rod:
and for an Exampl of submission to us, Job. 18.11. Shall I not drink of the cup which my Father hath given me to drink? The assurance of our Inheritance makes us content in this time of our minority to be under the rod:
some earnest penny in hand of a great bargain covenanted by a faithful party, makes men content with a small portion for a time in the sure expectation of perfecting the full bargain;
Some earnest penny in hand of a great bargain covenanted by a faithful party, makes men content with a small portion for a time in the sure expectation of perfecting the full bargain;
So the assurance the children of God have by the Spirit of Christ of their full redemption and deliverance from all their troubles, maketh them in all their troubles, to rejoyce in hope of the glory of God, Rom. 5.3. 3. The Spirit worketh this contentment in the children of God by comforting them and giving them some first-fruits of eternal life, Rom. 8.23. Such are, the sense of Gods love shed abroad in our hearts by the Spirit, Rom. 5.5. Peace in the conscience and the joy of the holy Ghost: 1 Thes. 1.6. Having received the Word in much affliction with joy in the holy Ghost:
So the assurance the children of God have by the Spirit of christ of their full redemption and deliverance from all their Troubles, makes them in all their Troubles, to rejoice in hope of the glory of God, Rom. 5.3. 3. The Spirit works this contentment in the children of God by comforting them and giving them Some Firstfruits of Eternal life, Rom. 8.23. Such Are, the sense of God's love shed abroad in our hearts by the Spirit, Rom. 5.5. Peace in the conscience and the joy of the holy Ghost: 1 Thebes 1.6. Having received the Word in much affliction with joy in the holy Ghost:
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These are like the sweet refreshing Grapes in the Land of Canaan, whereof Joshua and Caleb brought some clusters to make the people content with present troubles in the wildernesse,
These Are like the sweet refreshing Grapes in the Land of Canaan, whereof joshua and Caleb brought Some clusters to make the people content with present Troubles in the Wilderness,
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Mephibosheth the Son of Jonathan was unjustly slandered by Zibah, and rashly divested of all his goods by David, yet was he so affected with joy for the Kings safe return to dwell in his own house, that he could in calmnesse of spirit dispense with his own private losses, 2 Sam. 19.30. Mephibosheth said unto the King, Yea, let Zibah take all, forasmuch as my Lord the King is come again in peace into his own house;
Mephibosheth the Son of Johnathan was unjustly slandered by Zibah, and rashly divested of all his goods by David, yet was he so affected with joy for the Kings safe return to dwell in his own house, that he could in calmness of Spirit dispense with his own private losses, 2 Sam. 19.30. Mephibosheth said unto the King, Yea, let Zibah take all, forasmuch as my Lord the King is come again in peace into his own house;
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the sweetnesse of his love expels the bitternesse and gall of our afflictions; It is as wine to the heavy heart, Pro. 31.7. He forgets his poverty, and remembers his misery no more;
the sweetness of his love expels the bitterness and Gall of our afflictions; It is as wine to the heavy heart, Pro 31.7. He forgets his poverty, and remembers his misery no more;
David was so affected with the sense of Gods goodnesse in giving him peace and rest from his enemies, that he was content to forgive private injuries, 2 Sam. 19.22. Shall there any man be put to death this day in Israel, for do not I know that I am King this day of Israel? So the sense of peace with God in Jesus Christ the peace-maker, makes the children of God content and obedient to the will of God, Eph. 4, 32. Forgiving one another, even as God for Christs sake hath forgiven you.
David was so affected with the sense of God's Goodness in giving him peace and rest from his enemies, that he was content to forgive private injuries, 2 Sam. 19.22. Shall there any man be put to death this day in Israel, for do not I know that I am King this day of Israel? So the sense of peace with God in jesus christ the peacemaker, makes the children of God content and obedient to the will of God, Ephesians 4, 32. Forgiving one Another, even as God for Christ sake hath forgiven you.
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It is the Apostles prayer to God for the Ephesians, Eph. 3.16. That God would grant you according to the riches of his glory, to be strengthened with might by his spirit in the inner man;
It is the Apostles prayer to God for the Ephesians, Ephesians 3.16. That God would grant you according to the riches of his glory, to be strengthened with might by his Spirit in the inner man;
Riches are accompanied with thorny cares: Royal Crowns are tinned with fears and jealousies: Pleasures are deceitfull, and have an hook under the bait;
Riches Are accompanied with thorny Cares: Royal Crowns Are tinned with fears and jealousies: Pleasures Are deceitful, and have an hook under the bait;
all his plenty of wine, and other cordials of that kind, all his magnificence, and the smooth speeches of his Queen and Princes could neither quiet his spirit, nor fasten his joynts:
all his plenty of wine, and other cordials of that kind, all his magnificence, and the smooth Speeches of his Queen and Princes could neither quiet his Spirit, nor fasten his Joints:
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2. It serveth for a ground of Exhortation, to stir us up to go to the school of Jesus Chaist, that in all our troubles we may learn this necessary and profitable lesson of solid contentment:
2. It serves for a ground of Exhortation, to stir us up to go to the school of jesus Chaste, that in all our Troubles we may Learn this necessary and profitable Lesson of solid contentment:
discontentment is a frettig consumption of the spirit, and it is hereditary to us from our first parents, in whose aggregate sinne (to speak so) discontentment with their present condition was an ingredient.
discontentment is a frettig consumption of the Spirit, and it is hereditary to us from our First Parents, in whose aggregate sin (to speak so) discontentment with their present condition was an ingredient.
2. It will make thee social and pleasing to all men with whom thou hast thy conversation in the world, thou canst condole with them in their adversity and rejoyce with them in their prosperity,
2. It will make thee social and pleasing to all men with whom thou hast thy Conversation in the world, thou Canst condole with them in their adversity and rejoice with them in their Prosperity,
But if thou be reconciled to God, thy contentment in thy prosperity is multiplied, for then thou lookest upon the good things of this world as pledges of better things;
But if thou be reconciled to God, thy contentment in thy Prosperity is multiplied, for then thou Lookest upon the good things of this world as pledges of better things;
So did the Apostles when they were ignominiously beaten, Act. 6.41. Paul and Silas did sing in the dungeon, Act. 16.14. it was Pauls gloriation, Gal. 6.17. that he bare in his body the marks of the Lord Jesus;
So did the Apostles when they were ignominiously beaten, Act. 6.41. Paul and Silas did sing in the dungeon, Act. 16.14. it was Paul's gloriation, Gal. 6.17. that he bore in his body the marks of the Lord jesus;
Our Lord brings with him peace to the soul where he dwels; Peace with God, Rom. 5.1. and peace to the conscience which is the Eccho and resound of our peace made in heaven with God;
Our Lord brings with him peace to the soul where he dwells; Peace with God, Rom. 5.1. and peace to the conscience which is the Echo and resound of our peace made in heaven with God;
3. Labour to be holy in all manner of conversation, for holinesse hath the promises of this life and that which is to come, 1 Tim. 4.8. The precious promises of God are the common places out of which faith draweth several arguments of contentment for all our several wants bodily or spiritual;
3. Labour to be holy in all manner of Conversation, for holiness hath the promises of this life and that which is to come, 1 Tim. 4.8. The precious promises of God Are the Common places out of which faith draws several Arguments of contentment for all our several Wants bodily or spiritual;
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Impatient desires to have, breed much discontentment for disappointment, and immoderate desires still to enjoy what we once have, breeds us much discontentment at our losses;
Impatient Desires to have, breed much discontentment for disappointment, and immoderate Desires still to enjoy what we once have, breeds us much discontentment At our losses;
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Rachels impotent desires of posterity, bred her so much discontent with the want of children: Therefore the Apostle exhorts, Heb. 13.5. Let your conversation be without covetousnesse, and be content with such things as ye have;
Rachels impotent Desires of posterity, bred her so much discontent with the want of children: Therefore the Apostle exhorts, Hebrew 13.5. Let your Conversation be without covetousness, and be content with such things as you have;
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Now followeth the fourth and last particular to be considered in the words, to wit, the sole and only author of all his ability and strength for doing and suffering the good will of God:
Now follows the fourth and last particular to be considered in the words, to wit, the sole and only author of all his ability and strength for doing and suffering the good will of God:
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Phi. 3.21, Who shall change our vile body, that it may be fashioned like unto his glorious body, according to the working whereby he is able to subdue all things.
Phi. 3.21, Who shall change our vile body, that it may be fashioned like unto his glorious body, according to the working whereby he is able to subdue all things.
It is a strength from Christ in them, as the Original imports, NONLATINALPHABET it is a strength in the innerman, but from his Spirit. Eph. 3.16. strengthened with might by his Spirit.
It is a strength from christ in them, as the Original imports, it is a strength in the Innerman, but from his Spirit. Ephesians 3.16. strengthened with might by his Spirit.
Secondly, It is called the strength of Christ: 1. Because Christ hath procured this strength to us by his merit and intercession. Joh. 14.16. I will pray the Father, and he shall give you another comforter, that he may abide with you for ever:
Secondly, It is called the strength of christ: 1. Because christ hath procured this strength to us by his merit and Intercession. John 14.16. I will pray the Father, and he shall give you Another comforter, that he may abide with you for ever:
Our Lords departing out of the world by the death of the Crosse, was the cause procuring to us the comfort and strength of of the Spirit. Joh. 16.17. If I go not away the comforter will not come unto you:
Our lords departing out of the world by the death of the Cross, was the cause procuring to us the Comfort and strength of of the Spirit. John 16.17. If I go not away the comforter will not come unto you:
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but if I depart I will send him unto you. 2. Because Christ is the efficient cause, and worker of this strength in us. 1 Tim. 1.12. I thank Christ Jesus our Lord who hath enabled me;
but if I depart I will send him unto you. 2. Because christ is the efficient cause, and worker of this strength in us. 1 Tim. 1.12. I thank christ jesus our Lord who hath enabled me;
it is the same word which is used here; 2 Tim. 2.1. Be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus, or by Christ Jesus, as the Preposition is frequently used; as Mat. 5.34. it is rendred by the Heaven.
it is the same word which is used Here; 2 Tim. 2.1. Be strong in the grace that is in christ jesus, or by christ jesus, as the Preposition is frequently used; as Mathew 5.34. it is rendered by the Heaven.
so NONLATINALPHABET is the same with NONLATINALPHABET, by Christ, who by the efficiency of his Spirit applieth to us the strength of grace procured by the merit of his death.
so is the same with, by christ, who by the efficiency of his Spirit Applieth to us the strength of grace procured by the merit of his death.
Thirdly, As to the third thing to be cleared, How a man is able through the strength of Christ to do all things, those of the Romane Church understand it thus;
Thirdly, As to the third thing to be cleared, How a man is able through the strength of christ to do all things, those of the Roman Church understand it thus;
That a renewed man by the grace and strength he receives from Christ, is able to keep the whole Law perfectly and absolutely in all points and degrees of legal perfection:
That a renewed man by the grace and strength he receives from christ, is able to keep the Whole Law perfectly and absolutely in all points and Degrees of Legal perfection:
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to this purpose is that peremptory assertion of the Council of Trent. Sess. 6. Gan. 18. But the Scripture tells us, it was Gods purpose to save man, not by his own inherent righteousnesse though wrought in him by Christ,
to this purpose is that peremptory assertion of the Council of Trent. Sess. 6. Gan. 18. But the Scripture tells us, it was God's purpose to save man, not by his own inherent righteousness though wrought in him by christ,
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but by the righteousnesse of a Mediator. 2 Cor. 5.31. He hath made him to be sinne for us who knew no sinne, that we might be made the righteousnesse of God in him:
but by the righteousness of a Mediator. 2 Cor. 5.31. He hath made him to be sin for us who knew no sin, that we might be made the righteousness of God in him:
and by him all that beleeve are justified from all things from which ye could not be justified by the Law of Moses. Gal. 2.21. If righteousnesse be by the Law, then Christ hath died in vain.
and by him all that believe Are justified from all things from which you could not be justified by the Law of Moses. Gal. 2.21. If righteousness be by the Law, then christ hath died in vain.
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1. By way of restriction to the particulars spoken of ver. 11, 12. I can do all these things, to wit, I can abound, I can be abased, &c. and yet be content.
1. By Way of restriction to the particulars spoken of for. 11, 12. I can do all these things, to wit, I can abound, I can be abased, etc. and yet be content.
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Thus the generall (all things) is restrained. 1 Cor. 9.22. I am made all things to all men, which must be restrained to the particulars spoken of, to wit, his provident condescension to all things indifferent to men of divers conditions.
Thus the general (all things) is restrained. 1 Cor. 9.22. I am made all things to all men, which must be restrained to the particulars spoken of, to wit, his provident condescension to all things indifferent to men of diverse conditions.
God is the Saviour of all men, specially of those that beleeve, that is, all men who are saved and preserved, either by a generall providence from temporall misery,
God is the Saviour of all men, specially of those that believe, that is, all men who Are saved and preserved, either by a general providence from temporal misery,
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3. A man renewed is able to do all things in a righteousnesse and perfection Evangelical, so far forth as God pardons his sinnes, accepts in Christ his weak endeavours,
3. A man renewed is able to do all things in a righteousness and perfection Evangelical, so Far forth as God Pardons his Sins, accepts in christ his weak endeavours,
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and covers the imperfections of his best performances with the perfect righteousnesse of Christ, and so he walks answerable to the Gospel that requires truth and sincerity in our obedience, he is able through grace to walk without offence in his outward conversation;
and covers the imperfections of his best performances with the perfect righteousness of christ, and so he walks answerable to the Gospel that requires truth and sincerity in our Obedience, he is able through grace to walk without offence in his outward Conversation;
in his purpose of heart he is willing to live honestly, Heb. 13.18. and endeavours to keep a conscience void of offence toward God and man, Acts 24.16.
in his purpose of heart he is willing to live honestly, Hebrew 13.18. and endeavours to keep a conscience void of offence towards God and man, Acts 24.16.
But to do all things in a legal perfection he cannot, because such a perfection is only to be sought in Christ the mediator, who was made of God unto us righteousnesse in the Covenant of Grace.
But to do all things in a Legal perfection he cannot, Because such a perfection is only to be sought in christ the Mediator, who was made of God unto us righteousness in the Covenant of Grace.
Without sap from the root the branch cannot bring forth fruit, so without influence of strength from Christ we cannot bring forth the fruits of holinesse and righteousnesse. Joh. 15.5.
Without sap from the root the branch cannot bring forth fruit, so without influence of strength from christ we cannot bring forth the fruits of holiness and righteousness. John 15.5.
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Our Lord speaks to men renewed, his holy Apostles, that without him they have no ability or strength to do any thing: Phil. 1.11. Being filled with the fruits of righteousnesse, which are by Jesus Christ unto the glory and praise of God.
Our Lord speaks to men renewed, his holy Apostles, that without him they have no ability or strength to do any thing: Philip 1.11. Being filled with the fruits of righteousness, which Are by jesus christ unto the glory and praise of God.
though the tempestuous windes of temptation may shake them, yet are they supported by the strength of that precious corner stone laid in Zion, the Lord Jesus Christ: So our strength to stand out against the assaults of temptations from without, is all from Jesus Christ. 2 Tim. 4.16.17. At my first answer no man stood with me, but all men forsook me:
though the tempestuous winds of temptation may shake them, yet Are they supported by the strength of that precious corner stone laid in Zion, the Lord jesus christ: So our strength to stand out against the assaults of temptations from without, is all from jesus christ. 2 Tim. 4.16.17. At my First answer no man stood with me, but all men forsook me:
this opened the mouths of persecutors, to reproach him with a singularity of pride and wilfullnesse, that would stand to his own opinion when all men were ashamed of that way;
this opened the mouths of persecutors, to reproach him with a singularity of pride and wilfulness, that would stand to his own opinion when all men were ashamed of that Way;
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It wounded his zealous spirit, to see the Sonne of God and the Gospel disgraced by their fearfull defection at the time they should chiefly have given a countenance and testimony to the truth:
It wounded his zealous Spirit, to see the Son of God and the Gospel disgraced by their fearful defection At the time they should chiefly have given a countenance and testimony to the truth:
Not only are the children of God strengthened through Christ to bear afflictions, but to overcome in all their sufferings, Rom. 8.35, 36, 37. We are accounted as sheep for the slaughter;
Not only Are the children of God strengthened through christ to bear afflictions, but to overcome in all their sufferings, Rom. 8.35, 36, 37. We Are accounted as sheep for the slaughter;
Pauls sufferings were active on the hearts of some of Caesars houshold, Phil. 1.13. Tertullian In his Apologetick for the Christians saith, that the more exquisite and cruell the torments were against Christians, in regard of their courage and constancy, it proves the greater allurement to beholders for embracing the Christian faith;
Paul's sufferings were active on the hearts of Some of Caesars household, Philip 1.13. Tertullian In his Apologetic for the Christians Says, that the more exquisite and cruel the torments were against Christians, in regard of their courage and constancy, it Proves the greater allurement to beholders for embracing the Christian faith;
yea, though they have not conquered the hearts of their enemies, yet they overcame their consciences by the force of truth and strength in suffering, and rendred them self-condemned.
yea, though they have not conquered the hearts of their enemies, yet they overcame their Consciences by the force of truth and strength in suffering, and rendered them self-condemned.
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Not only in the Covenant of grace is promised ability and power to do, but also actual strength in doing and exercising that power. Ezek. 36.27. I will put my spirit within you, and cause you to walk in my statutes:
Not only in the Covenant of grace is promised ability and power to do, but also actual strength in doing and exercising that power. Ezekiel 36.27. I will put my Spirit within you, and cause you to walk in my statutes:
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but also actual courage and strength in the encountring with the same; without this men of couragious spirits succumb in conflicts. Psal 76.5. The stout-hearted are spoyled, they have slept their sleep, and none of the men of might have found their hands:
but also actual courage and strength in the encountering with the same; without this men of courageous spirits succumb in conflicts. Psalm 76.5. The stouthearted Are spoiled, they have slept their sleep, and none of the men of might have found their hands:
much more in our wrastlings not only against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darknesse of this world, against spiritual wickednesse in high places, Ephes. 6.12. is required both Christian ability and courage of spirit, and also actual strength from Christ our head, that we may in the evil day stand firm in the faith:
much more in our wrestlings not only against Flesh and blood, but against principalities, against Powers, against the Rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places, Ephesians 6.12. is required both Christian ability and courage of Spirit, and also actual strength from christ our head, that we may in the evil day stand firm in the faith:
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the union is by the spirit which is the bond proceeding from Christ toward us, and worketh faith, whereby his members are united to him. 1 Cor. 6.19. He that is joyned to the Lord is one spirit:
the Union is by the Spirit which is the bound proceeding from christ towards us, and works faith, whereby his members Are united to him. 1 Cor. 6.19. He that is joined to the Lord is one Spirit:
In like manner our Communion with Christ and his strength is by the Spirit, who communicates strength to us. Ephes. 3.16. Strengthened with might by his Spirit in the inner man.
In like manner our Communion with christ and his strength is by the Spirit, who communicates strength to us. Ephesians 3.16. Strengthened with might by his Spirit in the inner man.
2. The truth of this doctrine is evident from Christs inhabitation in beleevers by his spirit. Joh. 6.56. He that eateth my flesh, and drinketh my blood, dwelleth in me, and I in him:
2. The truth of this Doctrine is evident from Christ inhabitation in believers by his Spirit. John 6.56. He that Eateth my Flesh, and Drinketh my blood, dwells in me, and I in him:
now it is certain that the Spirit of Christ will defend and protect the soul where he dwelleth, that though the beleever be oft times molested with temptations,
now it is certain that the Spirit of christ will defend and Pact the soul where he dwells, that though the believer be oft times molested with temptations,
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The Angels that lodged with Lot, Gen. 19. defended him against the violence of those vile men of Sodom; so it is the Angel of the Covenant, Jesus Christ, who defends by his strength the beleever, against the sore and violent temptations from his own corruption and the world;
The Angels that lodged with Lot, Gen. 19. defended him against the violence of those vile men of Sodom; so it is the Angel of the Covenant, jesus christ, who defends by his strength the believer, against the soar and violent temptations from his own corruption and the world;
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It is the Spirit of Christ that strengthens beleevers to stand firm in the love and profession of the truth against crafty or violent seducers. 1 Joh. 4.4.
It is the Spirit of christ that strengthens believers to stand firm in the love and profession of the truth against crafty or violent seducers. 1 John 4.4.
From this ground of right and property, the Lord encourageth his people against fears and troubles. Isa. 41.14. Fear not thou worm Jacob, and ye men of Israel, I will help thee saith the Lord and thy redeemer the holy one of Israel. Isa. 43.1. Fear not O Israel, for I have redeemed thee, I have called thee by thy name, thou art mine:
From this ground of right and property, the Lord Encourageth his people against fears and Troubles. Isaiah 41.14. fear not thou worm Jacob, and you men of Israel, I will help thee Says the Lord and thy redeemer the holy one of Israel. Isaiah 43.1. fear not Oh Israel, for I have redeemed thee, I have called thee by thy name, thou art mine:
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upon this ground it is that beleevers run to God in time of trouble for comfort and strength. Psal. 119.94. I am thine, save me: Dan. 9.18. Behold our desolations, and the City that is called by thy name.
upon this ground it is that believers run to God in time of trouble for Comfort and strength. Psalm 119.94. I am thine, save me: Dan. 9.18. Behold our desolations, and the city that is called by thy name.
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As the wife hath interest and communion in her husbands goods, so have we in the gifts of our Lord and husband Jesus Christ; he is made of God unto us, wisdom and righteousnesse, and sanctification and redemption:
As the wife hath Interest and communion in her Husbands goods, so have we in the Gifts of our Lord and husband jesus christ; he is made of God unto us, Wisdom and righteousness, and sanctification and redemption:
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Elkanah a kind husband, comforted and encouraged Hannah in the day of her great trouble and reproach, 1 Sam. 1.8. so the Lord Jesus comforteth and encourageth beleevers in a time of trouble.
Elkanah a kind husband, comforted and encouraged Hannah in the day of her great trouble and reproach, 1 Sam. 1.8. so the Lord jesus comforts and Encourageth believers in a time of trouble.
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yet being strong in the faith, he overcame the temptations of many difficulties and discouragements: faith to the promise of a better inheritance strengthened his heart against all difficulties. Heb. 11.8. The offering up of his sonne Isaac was a great trial;
yet being strong in the faith, he overcame the temptations of many difficulties and discouragements: faith to the promise of a better inheritance strengthened his heart against all difficulties. Hebrew 11.8. The offering up of his son Isaac was a great trial;
so strength is derived from Christ our head to all his members by faith. 2. The Lord strengthens us against temptations, by putting his fear in our hearts:
so strength is derived from christ our head to all his members by faith. 2. The Lord strengthens us against temptations, by putting his Fear in our hearts:
How can I do this (said Joseph) and sinne against God? from wronging our neigbour though no creature should know it. Lev. 19.14. Thou shalt not curse the deaf, nor put a stumbling block before the blinde, but shalt fear thy God:
How can I do this (said Joseph) and sin against God? from wronging our neighbour though no creature should know it. Lev. 19.14. Thou shalt not curse the deaf, nor put a stumbling block before the blind, but shalt Fear thy God:
Ob. But fear weakens the heart, and how can the heart be strengthened by it? Ans. It is true, a faithlesse fear weakens the heart in an hour of temptation, so that it yeelds;
Ob. But Fear weakens the heart, and how can the heart be strengthened by it? Ans. It is true, a faithless Fear weakens the heart in an hour of temptation, so that it yields;
but the godly and awfull fear of God, strengthens the spirit of a man that he stands out against the temptation of humane and worldly fear. Exod. 1.17. The midwives feared God, and did not as the King of Egypt commanded them.
but the godly and awful Fear of God, strengthens the Spirit of a man that he Stands out against the temptation of humane and worldly Fear. Exod 1.17. The midwives feared God, and did not as the King of Egypt commanded them.
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3. The Lord strengthens us by the sense of his love in our hearts, and by our love to himself. 2 Tim. 1.7. God hath not given us the spirit of fear, but the spirit of power, of love and of a sound minde.
3. The Lord strengthens us by the sense of his love in our hearts, and by our love to himself. 2 Tim. 1.7. God hath not given us the Spirit of Fear, but the Spirit of power, of love and of a found mind.
The sense of the love of Christ in carrying our sorrowes on the Crosse, is a cordial to strengthen our hearts against the bitternesse of the cup of affliction;
The sense of the love of christ in carrying our sorrows on the Cross, is a cordial to strengthen our hearts against the bitterness of the cup of affliction;
Shall not we taste of the cup whereof our Lord drank the drugg to the bottom? the sense of his love in suffering for us, strengthens our hearts cheerfully to suffer what is his good will;
Shall not we taste of the cup whereof our Lord drank the drug to the bottom? the sense of his love in suffering for us, strengthens our hearts cheerfully to suffer what is his good will;
4. The Lord strengthens the members of his mystical body, by a lively hope and assurance of victory in and over all temptations and enemies. Gen. 3.15. The seed of the woman shall bruise the head of the Serpent;
4. The Lord strengthens the members of his mystical body, by a lively hope and assurance of victory in and over all temptations and enemies. Gen. 3.15. The seed of the woman shall bruise the head of the Serpent;
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as our Lord did this in his own person, so by his Spirit he doth it in his members. Rom. 16.20. The God of peace shall bruise Satan under your feet shortly:
as our Lord did this in his own person, so by his Spirit he does it in his members. Rom. 16.20. The God of peace shall bruise Satan under your feet shortly:
hope strengthens the heart in time of fainting under present great troubles. 2 Cor. 4.17, 18. and it strengthens the heart against the inward disquietnesse of spirit. Psal. 43.5. Why art thou disquieted within me, O my soul;
hope strengthens the heart in time of fainting under present great Troubles. 2 Cor. 4.17, 18. and it strengthens the heart against the inward disquietness of Spirit. Psalm 43.5. Why art thou disquieted within me, Oh my soul;
Peter at the voice of a silly Damosell denieth his Lord, but at another time before the Councill of Priests and Rulers confesseth him, notwithstanding all their threatnings. Act. 4. Answ. There be three Causes specially of this abatement.
Peter At the voice of a silly Damosel Denieth his Lord, but At Another time before the Council of Priests and Rulers Confesses him, notwithstanding all their threatenings. Act. 4. Answer There be three Causes specially of this abatement.
And the vehement desire of good in the creature doth so exhaust the spirit that it becomes weak to resist the temptations, Rachels vehement desire after posterity exposed her to the temptations of discontentment with her own husband,
And the vehement desire of good in the creature does so exhaust the Spirit that it becomes weak to resist the temptations, Rachels vehement desire After posterity exposed her to the temptations of discontentment with her own husband,
and the supply of his Spirit for strengthening us in the act, as is evident in Peters weaknesse and yeelding to the temptation in the denial of his Lord.
and the supply of his Spirit for strengthening us in the act, as is evident in Peter's weakness and yielding to the temptation in the denial of his Lord.
Praier is a speciall means whereby we implore strength from God in an hour of temptation, Mat. 26.41. Watch and pray that ye enter not into temptation;
Prayer is a special means whereby we implore strength from God in an hour of temptation, Mathew 26.41. Watch and pray that you enter not into temptation;
For our adversary the devil takes the opportunity to assail us when he perceives there is no entercourse between us and the Captain of our salvation, by praier from us,
For our adversary the Devil Takes the opportunity to assail us when he perceives there is no intercourse between us and the Captain of our salvation, by prayer from us,
The Word is the Sword of the Spirit, Eph. 6. and the man who hath no care to hide Gods Word in his heart is like a naked Souldier without his weapons exposed to the fury and violence of every temptation;
The Word is the Sword of the Spirit, Ephesians 6. and the man who hath no care to hide God's Word in his heart is like a naked Soldier without his weapons exposed to the fury and violence of every temptation;
The Word of God is both the seed of the new life, and the milk, whereby it is entertained, 1 Pet. 2.1, 2. when the children of God become negligent of hearing and reading the Word of God, they fall into a consumption of their spiritual vigour and strength,
The Word of God is both the seed of the new life, and the milk, whereby it is entertained, 1 Pet. 2.1, 2. when the children of God become negligent of hearing and reading the Word of God, they fallen into a consumption of their spiritual vigour and strength,
Seeing all our strength lieth in our head the Lord Jesus, Let us he stirred up to go to him for renewed strength in new duties and in new temptations, and that upon these motives.
Seeing all our strength lies in our head the Lord jesus, Let us he stirred up to go to him for renewed strength in new duties and in new temptations, and that upon these motives.
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1. Because it is not in mans power to direct his steps in his bodily motion, Jer. 10.23. farre lesse in his spiritual course toward heaven, which requires a more speciall help, and therefore with the Apostle 2 Thes. 2.17. we should pray that the Lord would stablish us in every good word and work.
1. Because it is not in men power to Direct his steps in his bodily motion, Jer. 10.23. Far less in his spiritual course towards heaven, which requires a more special help, and Therefore with the Apostle 2 Thebes 2.17. we should pray that the Lord would establish us in every good word and work.
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when a man is proud of his own strength the Lord in justice deserts him, and then both himself and others sees how weak the bottom is whereon he stands.
when a man is proud of his own strength the Lord in Justice deserts him, and then both himself and Others sees how weak the bottom is whereon he Stands.
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Faith in the Invisible God did strengthen Moses to overcome his temptation from present and visible fears, Hebr. 11.27. Faith in Christ and hope of the rich recompence of reward strengthened.
Faith in the Invisible God did strengthen Moses to overcome his temptation from present and visible fears, Hebrew 11.27. Faith in christ and hope of the rich recompense of reward strengthened.
Moses to bear the reproach of Christ, Heb. 11.26. 3. Praier is a speciall means to obtain strength from God, Psa. 138.3. In the day when I cried thou answeredst me, and strengthnedst me with strength in my soul;
Moses to bear the reproach of christ, Hebrew 11.26. 3. Prayer is a special means to obtain strength from God, Psa. 138.3. In the day when I cried thou answeredst me, and strengthenedst me with strength in my soul;
the Lord gave unto him a return of his praier by putting strength and courage in his soul to stand in the hour of temptation, 2 Cor. 12.9. Paul praied again and again, God heard him and perfected his strength in his weaknesse;
the Lord gave unto him a return of his prayer by putting strength and courage in his soul to stand in the hour of temptation, 2 Cor. 12.9. Paul prayed again and again, God herd him and perfected his strength in his weakness;
Here is ground of comfort and encouragement to a beleever trembling under the sense of his own weaknesse, and under the fear of strong and violent temptations;
Here is ground of Comfort and encouragement to a believer trembling under the sense of his own weakness, and under the Fear of strong and violent temptations;
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As he is of the same infinite essence with the Father, so he is of infinite strength with the Father, Jesus Christ our Lord is called the Almighty, Rev. 1.8. & 15.3. Out of this infinite strength thy Lord is able to furnish thee in a time of triall with proportionable strength against all the assaults of the devil on all hands;
As he is of the same infinite essence with the Father, so he is of infinite strength with the Father, jesus christ our Lord is called the Almighty, Rev. 1.8. & 15.3. Out of this infinite strength thy Lord is able to furnish thee in a time of trial with proportionable strength against all the assaults of the Devil on all hands;
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As thy adversary renews his force, so thy Lord can and will renew strength, 2 Corinth. 1.5. As the sufferings of Christ abound in us, so our consolation also aboundeth by Christ, 2 Cor. 4.16. For which cause we faint not, but though cur outward man perish yet the inward man is renewed day by day:
As thy adversary renews his force, so thy Lord can and will renew strength, 2 Corinth. 1.5. As the sufferings of christ abound in us, so our consolation also Aboundeth by christ, 2 Cor. 4.16. For which cause we faint not, but though cur outward man perish yet the inward man is renewed day by day:
As our Lord is of an infinite so of an everlasting strength; He is Jehovah our righteousnesse, Jer. 23.6. and In the Lord Jehovah is everlasting strength, Isa. 26.4.
As our Lord is of an infinite so of an everlasting strength; He is Jehovah our righteousness, Jer. 23.6. and In the Lord Jehovah is everlasting strength, Isaiah 26.4.
neither is weary? Though thou faint and weary oftentimes under thy burthen, yet comfort thy self in this, thy Lord faints not, he wearieth not to bear thee up with arms of everlasting strength, he can strengthen thee by his spirit in the inward man, not only to patience for a time,
neither is weary? Though thou faint and weary oftentimes under thy burden, yet Comfort thy self in this, thy Lord faints not, he wearieth not to bear thee up with arms of everlasting strength, he can strengthen thee by his Spirit in the inward man, not only to patience for a time,
but also to all long-suffering with joyfulnesse, Col. 1.11. 2. Consider the stiles he takes to himself, He is called the rock whereupon beleevers are built and established, Mat. 16.18. A strong rock to defend;
but also to all long-suffering with joyfulness, Col. 1.11. 2. Consider the stile he Takes to himself, He is called the rock whereupon believers Are built and established, Mathew 16.18. A strong rock to defend;
He is called the Captain of the Hosts of the Lord, Josh. 5.14. He hath a directing power over the good Angels to minister for thy good, and he hath a restraining power over devils and wicked men;
He is called the Captain of the Hosts of the Lord, Josh. 5.14. He hath a directing power over the good Angels to minister for thy good, and he hath a restraining power over Devils and wicked men;
He restraineth Satan from doing any thing against the life of his Servant, Job 2.6. He puts a hook in the nostriss of Senacherib, and forceth him to leave the pursuit of his people, Isa. 37.29. He restrained Laban from speaking an evil word to Jacob at the time he intended much mischief, Gen. 31.24. He restrained Abimelech from wronging Sarah, Gen. 20.3. The Lord Jesus Christ is called the Captain of our salvation, Heb. 2.10.
He restraineth Satan from doing any thing against the life of his Servant, Job 2.6. He puts a hook in the nostriss of Sennacherib, and forceth him to leave the pursuit of his people, Isaiah 37.29. He restrained Laban from speaking an evil word to Jacob At the time he intended much mischief, Gen. 31.24. He restrained Abimelech from wronging Sarah, Gen. 20.3. The Lord jesus christ is called the Captain of our salvation, Hebrew 2.10.
so a beleever in a day of temptation looks to Christ and gets strength. Psa. 34.5. They looked unto him, and were lightned, and their faces were not ashamed, Heb. 12.3. Consider him that endured such contradiction of sinners against himself, lest ye be wearied and faint in your mindes:
so a believer in a day of temptation looks to christ and gets strength. Psa. 34.5. They looked unto him, and were lightened, and their faces were not ashamed, Hebrew 12.3. Consider him that endured such contradiction of Sinners against himself, lest you be wearied and faint in your minds:
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The look of faith to Christ doth strengthen a Beleever with comfort from the merit of his sufferings, that hath taken away the course and wrath which is the soul of suffering,
The look of faith to christ does strengthen a Believer with Comfort from the merit of his sufferings, that hath taken away the course and wrath which is the soul of suffering,
for when he suffered he threatned not, but committed himself to him that judgeth righteously, 1 Pet. 2.23. It is a great comfort in all our fightings to consider we have such a Captain, excellent in conduct;
for when he suffered he threatened not, but committed himself to him that Judgeth righteously, 1 Pet. 2.23. It is a great Comfort in all our fightings to Consider we have such a Captain, excellent in conduct;
but after he hath trained them up in some bickerings against lesse temptations, he sets them out against the fierce assaults of Satan, the world, and the flesh;
but After he hath trained them up in Some bickerings against less temptations, he sets them out against the fierce assaults of Satan, the world, and the Flesh;
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Much more maist thou be confident that thy elder brother the Captain of thy salvation will help thee against thy spiritual enemies that are too strong for thee.
Much more Mayest thou be confident that thy elder brother the Captain of thy salvation will help thee against thy spiritual enemies that Are too strong for thee.
For his promise is the revelation of his will, Isaiah 40.31. They that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength, in the Originall it is, They shall change their strength;
For his promise is the Revelation of his will, Isaiah 40.31. They that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength, in the Original it is, They shall change their strength;
So the Captain of our salvation Jesus Christ in time of a sore conflict sends forth his Spirit with a fresh supply of strength and comfort to the inner man, Isaiah 41.10. Fear thou not, for I am with thee, I will strengthen thee, yea, I will help thee, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my Righteousnesse, Psal. 37.24. Though a good man fall, yet shall he not be utterly cast down, for the Lord upholdeth him with his hand:
So the Captain of our salvation jesus christ in time of a soar conflict sends forth his Spirit with a fresh supply of strength and Comfort to the inner man, Isaiah 41.10. fear thou not, for I am with thee, I will strengthen thee, yea, I will help thee, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my Righteousness, Psalm 37.24. Though a good man fallen, yet shall he not be utterly cast down, for the Lord upholds him with his hand:
The Prophet speaketh of falling into temptations, and tels us that it is the Lord that by his strength upholds up that we fall not under the power of temptation;
The Prophet speaks of falling into temptations, and tells us that it is the Lord that by his strength upholds up that we fallen not under the power of temptation;
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4. Consider his practice in helping and strengthening his Servants in time of need, 1 Samuel 30.6. David was greatly distressed, for the people spoke of stoning him, but David encouraged himself in the Lord his God;
4. Consider his practice in helping and strengthening his Servants in time of need, 1 Samuel 30.6. David was greatly distressed, for the people spoke of stoning him, but David encouraged himself in the Lord his God;
He strengthened his faithfull witnesse Stephen against the malice and persecution of all his Antagonists; They were not able to resist the wisedom and the spirit by which he spake;
He strengthened his faithful witness Stephen against the malice and persecution of all his Antagonists; They were not able to resist the Wisdom and the Spirit by which he spoke;
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he strengthened Paul in a time when many enemies appeared, but few or no Friends, 2 Tim. 4.17. No man stood with me, notwithstanding the Lord stood mith me and strengthened me;
he strengthened Paul in a time when many enemies appeared, but few or no Friends, 2 Tim. 4.17. No man stood with me, notwithstanding the Lord stood mith me and strengthened me;
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To this purpose much is spoken in the Martyrologies, and records of the strength and courage of blessed Martyrs wonderfully supported amidst cruell torments to the astonishment of tormentors,
To this purpose much is spoken in the Martyrologies, and records of the strength and courage of blessed Martyrs wonderfully supported amid cruel torments to the astonishment of tormentors,
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In the third persecution under the Emperour Hadrian, Faustinus and Jobita Citizens of the City of Biria suffered with so great patience and strength of spirit, that one Celicerius at the sight thereof cried out with these words, Verè magnus Deus Christian•rum, Verily great is the God of the Christians:
In the third persecution under the Emperor Hadriani, Faustinus and Jobita Citizens of the city of Biria suffered with so great patience and strength of Spirit, that one Celicerius At the sighed thereof cried out with these words, Vere magnus Deus Christian•rum, Verily great is the God of the Christians:
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after he had lain for some space boyling in the fire, supported by an extraordinary strength of spirit, he cried out, O Tyrant, this side is rosted enough, turn over the other:
After he had lain for Some Molle boiling in the fire, supported by an extraordinary strength of Spirit, he cried out, Oh Tyrant, this side is roasted enough, turn over the other:
Tertullian in his Apology for Christians saith, that their patience and courage in suffering, which Heathens and Persecutors called obstinacy, was a reall and magisterial instruction of many in the Christian faith. It serveth for Instruction;
Tertullian in his Apology for Christians Says, that their patience and courage in suffering, which heathens and Persecutors called obstinacy, was a real and magisterial instruction of many in the Christian faith. It serves for Instruction;
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As we would have strength from Christ in a day of trial, 1. Seek his face and his strength. Psal. 105.4. Seek ye the Lord and his strength, seek his face evermore;
As we would have strength from christ in a day of trial, 1. Seek his face and his strength. Psalm 105.4. Seek you the Lord and his strength, seek his face evermore;
seek first the favour of God, and reconciliation in the blood of the Mediator, then maist thou be confident of strength and supply in an hour of temptation.
seek First the favour of God, and reconciliation in the blood of the Mediator, then Mayest thou be confident of strength and supply in an hour of temptation.
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The Lord protects them sometimes from falling under the power of a temptation, and at other times if they fall, he restores them by repentance, that they lye not and live not under the bondage of temptation.
The Lord protects them sometime from falling under the power of a temptation, and At other times if they fallen, he restores them by Repentance, that they lie not and live not under the bondage of temptation.
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2. As thou wouldst have strength to sustain thee, when ever God calls thee to a duty though hard to flesh and blood, Go about it with all diligence, decline it not out of fear of personal weaknesse;
2. As thou Wouldst have strength to sustain thee, when ever God calls thee to a duty though hard to Flesh and blood, Go about it with all diligence, decline it not out of Fear of personal weakness;
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and the Lord filled him with such a strong measure of wisedom that they were not able to answer him, Acts 6. according to that promise of our Lord, Luke 12.11, 12. When they bring you into Synagogues,
and the Lord filled him with such a strong measure of Wisdom that they were not able to answer him, Acts 6. according to that promise of our Lord, Lycia 12.11, 12. When they bring you into Synagogues,
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Lastly, It serveth for Direction how to carry thy self after that in the Lords strength thou hast stood and withstood a temptation, or after thou hast done any service acceptable to the Lord,
Lastly, It serves for Direction how to carry thy self After that in the lords strength thou hast stood and withstood a temptation, or After thou hast done any service acceptable to the Lord,
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it may be in these sad times thou maist say of thy self as Jacob said of his sonne Joseph, Gen. 48.23. The archers have sorely grieved thee, and shot at thee, and hated thee, yet praise thy Lord who gave strength and courage to thy spirit, that thou maist say also from the experience of Gods assisting and strengthening presence;
it may be in these sad times thou Mayest say of thy self as Jacob said of his son Joseph, Gen. 48.23. The archers have sorely grieved thee, and shot At thee, and hated thee, yet praise thy Lord who gave strength and courage to thy Spirit, that thou Mayest say also from the experience of God's assisting and strengthening presence;
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The weaknesse of God is stronger then men, 1 Cor. 1.25. Gods strength in his weaknesse is farre above the strength of moral abilities in men that are counted the able men in this world:
The weakness of God is Stronger then men, 1 Cor. 1.25. God's strength in his weakness is Far above the strength of moral abilities in men that Are counted the able men in this world:
blesse God in his strength, who makes thee to differ from thy self, who art by nature weak and ready at all times to be carried about with every wind of temptation.
bless God in his strength, who makes thee to differ from thy self, who art by nature weak and ready At all times to be carried about with every wind of temptation.
It was a good and seasonable counsel of the Prophet to the King of Israel after his late victory over the Assyrians, 1 Kings 20.21, 22. The Prophet came to the King of Israel and said unto him, Go, strengthen thy self,
It was a good and seasonable counsel of the Prophet to the King of Israel After his late victory over the Assyrians, 1 Kings 20.21, 22. The Prophet Come to the King of Israel and said unto him, Go, strengthen thy self,
Perseverance in GRACE through CHRIST. PHIL. 1.6. Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you, will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ.
Perseverance in GRACE through CHRIST. PHILIP. 1.6. Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you, will perform it until the day of jesus christ.
AS regeneration, and the beginning of sanctifying grace, so perseverance in grace received, and the continuance of a renewed and gratious disposition in believers, is a special priviledge of the Covenant of grace procured to the Elect by the death of the mediatour Jesus Christ.
AS regeneration, and the beginning of sanctifying grace, so perseverance in grace received, and the Continuance of a renewed and gracious disposition in believers, is a special privilege of the Covenant of grace procured to the Elect by the death of the Mediator jesus christ.
as priviledges and benefits promised in the Covenant of grace, and confirmed by an oath of God to Abraham, and to all believers, his children according to the promise.
as privileges and benefits promised in the Covenant of grace, and confirmed by an oath of God to Abraham, and to all believers, his children according to the promise.
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In the words we have two main points considerable: 1. The Author of Perseverance, he which hath begun the good work in you, will perform it. 2. The certaintie of Perseverance in the grace received;
In the words we have two main points considerable: 1. The Author of Perseverance, he which hath begun the good work in you, will perform it. 2. The certainty of Perseverance in the grace received;
The Author of their Perseverance and performing the good work of grace, is God, to whom the Apostle giveth thanks, vers. 3. for calling the Philippians to the fellowship of the Gospel, by preaching whereof, the Lord had begun in them a good work of grace,
The Author of their Perseverance and performing the good work of grace, is God, to whom the Apostle gives thanks, vers. 3. for calling the Philippians to the fellowship of the Gospel, by preaching whereof, the Lord had begun in them a good work of grace,
and of inward communion with Jesus Christ. Perseverance is the free gift of God alone, Hos. 2.19. I will betroth thee unto me for ever in loving kindness and in mercies. 1 Cor. 1.8. The Lord Jesus shall also confirm you unto the end, that ye may be blameless in the day of our Lord Jesus Christ. Heb. 2.10. It became him in bringing many sons into glorie, to make the Captain of their salvation perfect through sufferings;
and of inward communion with jesus christ. Perseverance is the free gift of God alone, Hos. 2.19. I will betrothed thee unto me for ever in loving kindness and in Mercies. 1 Cor. 1.8. The Lord jesus shall also confirm you unto the end, that you may be blameless in the day of our Lord jesus christ. Hebrew 2.10. It became him in bringing many Sons into glory, to make the Captain of their salvation perfect through sufferings;
and in the end to bring us to that glory, is also of free love, Joh. 3.16. but we get a right and title to that glory only by the merit of his sufferings;
and in the end to bring us to that glory, is also of free love, John 3.16. but we get a right and title to that glory only by the merit of his sufferings;
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Reasons for confirming this doctrin are, 1. As the new creature of grace depends on God alone in the production & being of it, for of him are all things,
Reasons for confirming this Doctrine Are, 1. As the new creature of grace depends on God alone in the production & being of it, for of him Are all things,
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and we (to wit believers and renewed persons) are his workmanship created unto good works. Eph. 2.10. The new heart and the new spirit are his free gift, Ezek. 36.26.
and we (to wit believers and renewed Persons) Are his workmanship created unto good works. Ephesians 2.10. The new heart and the new Spirit Are his free gift, Ezekiel 36.26.
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for as he upholdeth all things by the word of his power, Heb. 1.3. so by the power of his grace he keepeth the new creature, 1 Pet. 1.5. Ye are kept by the power of God through faith unto salvation.
for as he upholds all things by the word of his power, Hebrew 1.3. so by the power of his grace he Keepeth the new creature, 1 Pet. 1.5. You Are kept by the power of God through faith unto salvation.
but of mans power to persevere; The Apostle also prayeth to God for it, 1 Thes. 5.23. I pray God your whole spirit, soul and bodie, be preserved blameless unto the coming of our Lord Iesus Christ.
but of men power to persevere; The Apostle also Prayeth to God for it, 1 Thebes 5.23. I pray God your Whole Spirit, soul and body, be preserved blameless unto the coming of our Lord Iesus christ.
Iud. 24. and by our thanksgiving we acknowledge him the Author of perseverance. 4. Because it is God alone who establisheth, and preserveth us in an hour of temptation,
Iud. 24. and by our thanksgiving we acknowledge him the Author of perseverance. 4. Because it is God alone who Establisheth, and Preserveth us in an hour of temptation,
This doctrine serveth for admonition, seeing God is the Author of perseverance, let no man rest on the beginnings of Sanctification as if grace once received or begun, Sanctification could preserve and continue it self;
This Doctrine serves for admonition, seeing God is the Author of perseverance, let no man rest on the beginnings of Sanctification as if grace once received or begun, Sanctification could preserve and continue it self;
so the breathings of the Spirit of God must be continued upon our souls; Otherwise we advance not in the course of Sanctification, notwithstanding our fair and specious beginnings;
so the breathings of the Spirit of God must be continued upon our Souls; Otherwise we advance not in the course of Sanctification, notwithstanding our fair and specious beginnings;
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and a new supply of grace, 1. Because we are not able to guide our selves, and continue in a course of wel-doing without his assisting grace, Joh. 15.5. without me ye can do nothing: Jer. 10.23. It is not in man that walketh to direct his steps;
and a new supply of grace, 1. Because we Are not able to guide our selves, and continue in a course of welldoing without his assisting grace, John 15.5. without me you can do nothing: Jer. 10.23. It is not in man that walks to Direct his steps;
Man cannot without a guiding and over-ruling providence set down one foot after another in his bodily motion, far less in his spiritual course toward heaven and happiness. Psal. 73.23. The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord.
Man cannot without a guiding and overruling providence Set down one foot After Another in his bodily motion, Far less in his spiritual course towards heaven and happiness. Psalm 73.23. The steps of a good man Are ordered by the Lord.
2. Go to God for assistance, and for continuance of the work of grace in thee, because he hath promised to renew strength to them that faint. Prov. 8.20. I lead (saith the wisdom of the father) in paths of righteousness. Jer. 31.9. I will cause them to walk by the rivers of waters, in a straight war, wherein they shall not stumble;
2. Go to God for assistance, and for Continuance of the work of grace in thee, Because he hath promised to renew strength to them that faint. Curae 8.20. I led (Says the Wisdom of the father) in paths of righteousness. Jer. 31.9. I will cause them to walk by the Rivers of waters, in a straight war, wherein they shall not Stumble;
for I am a father to Israel saith the Lord. 3. The dear children of God pray for this assisting and leading grace of God. Psal. 5 8. Psal 27.11. Teach me thy way O Lord, and lead me in a plain path.
for I am a father to Israel Says the Lord. 3. The dear children of God pray for this assisting and leading grace of God. Psalm 5 8. Psalm 27.11. Teach me thy Way Oh Lord, and led me in a plain path.
4. Because the children of God (from faith into the promise, and their own experience of begun graces) have been confident of a leading and guiding grace in the course of Sanctification, Psal. 73.24. Thou shalt guide me with thy counsel, and afterward receive me to glorie: Psal. 23.3. He leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his names sake. Psal. 48.14. He will be our guide even unto death.
4. Because the children of God (from faith into the promise, and their own experience of begun graces) have been confident of a leading and guiding grace in the course of Sanctification, Psalm 73.24. Thou shalt guide me with thy counsel, and afterwards receive me to glory: Psalm 23.3. He leads me in the paths of righteousness for his names sake. Psalm 48.14. He will be our guide even unto death.
5. There is a necessitie for thee to go to God for a renewed assistance, so oft as thou renewest thy duty, because our heart is verie unstable, soon and easily drawn away from thoughts of God, and our duty.
5. There is a necessity for thee to go to God for a renewed assistance, so oft as thou renewest thy duty, Because our heart is very unstable, soon and Easily drawn away from thoughts of God, and our duty.
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Therefore we have great need to pray that our hearts may be established by grace, for continuing in gracious actings according to the good and acceptable will of God;
Therefore we have great need to pray that our hearts may be established by grace, for Continuing in gracious actings according to the good and acceptable will of God;
And that we be not like unto some foolish strangers in their through-fare, taken up with the sight and esteem of some pleasant toys by the way, whereby they both spend their time and moneys that should have carried them forward to their own countrey, upon things unnecessary in the way;
And that we be not like unto Some foolish Strangers in their thoroughfare, taken up with the sighed and esteem of Some pleasant toys by the Way, whereby they both spend their time and moneys that should have carried them forward to their own country, upon things unnecessary in the Way;
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and pray with David that the Lord would uphold and establish thee by his free Spirit. Psal. 51.12. Quest. What means must I use that I may persevere in a course of wel-doing.
and pray with David that the Lord would uphold and establish thee by his free Spirit. Psalm 51.12. Quest. What means must I use that I may persevere in a course of welldoing.
as there is a necessity of perseverance in our active, so in our passive obedience and patient suffering the good will of God. Heb. 10.36. Jam. 1.12. Blessed is the man that endureth temptation.
as there is a necessity of perseverance in our active, so in our passive Obedience and patient suffering the good will of God. Hebrew 10.36. Jam. 1.12. Blessed is the man that Endureth temptation.
Heb. 12 7. If ye endure chastening, God dwelleth with you as with sons. 2. Set God and his word always before thine eys. Psal. 16.8. I have set the Lord always before me, because he is at my right hand, I shall not be moved:
Hebrew 12 7. If you endure chastening, God dwells with you as with Sons. 2. Set God and his word always before thine eyes. Psalm 16.8. I have Set the Lord always before me, Because he is At my right hand, I shall not be moved:
when we set him before us in his rich and free mercy, in his almighty power and unchangeable truth, we are not moved in a time of temptation, to unbelief, despair or impatience.
when we Set him before us in his rich and free mercy, in his almighty power and unchangeable truth, we Are not moved in a time of temptation, to unbelief, despair or impatience.
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though the dearest of Gods children depart out of the way in much weakness, like as weak children going toward their father, may through a violent wind against them be driven from the straight path,
though the dearest of God's children depart out of the Way in much weakness, like as weak children going towards their father, may through a violent wind against them be driven from the straight path,
but never out of wickedness from the purpose of Godliness. 3. Entertain the fear of God in thy heart, this is the golden bridle whereby God moderates and over-rules all affections. Jer. 32.40. I will put my fear in their hearts, that they shall not depart from me. Phil. 2.12. Work out your salvation in fear and trembling.
but never out of wickedness from the purpose of Godliness. 3. Entertain the Fear of God in thy heart, this is the golden bridle whereby God moderates and overrules all affections. Jer. 32.40. I will put my Fear in their hearts, that they shall not depart from me. Philip 2.12. Work out your salvation in Fear and trembling.
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So did Moses, for he had respect unto the recompence of reward, so did those worthies take joyfully the spoyling of their goods, knowing in themselves that they had in heaven a better and an enduring substance;
So did Moses, for he had respect unto the recompense of reward, so did those worthies take joyfully the spoiling of their goods, knowing in themselves that they had in heaven a better and an enduring substance;
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we cannot advance one step in the way of righteousness without his special conduct; Consider, Thy strength to stand in the hour of temptation is from God alone:
we cannot advance one step in the Way of righteousness without his special conduct; Consider, Thy strength to stand in the hour of temptation is from God alone:
whereas David not having so great a temptation, fell under the power of it in the matter of Bathshebah; It may be thou hast at one time withstood a greater,
whereas David not having so great a temptation, fell under the power of it in the matter of Bathsheba; It may be thou hast At one time withstood a greater,
when some of the children of God of greater knowledge and abilities then thou art, do fail in the performance thereof, acknowledge to the praise of the excellency of his grace, that this difference proceedeth only from his special help and assistance:
when Some of the children of God of greater knowledge and abilities then thou art, do fail in the performance thereof, acknowledge to the praise of the excellency of his grace, that this difference Proceedeth only from his special help and assistance:
It may be thou endurest the spoyling of thy greatest worldly comforts with more patience then Jonah did the want of his gourd, bless God who giveth unto thee strength to stand under thy burthen.
It may be thou endurest the spoiling of thy greatest worldly comforts with more patience then Jonah did the want of his gourd, bless God who gives unto thee strength to stand under thy burden.
A sick patient, who proves ungrateful to his Physitian for his pains and help toward his former recovery, in a new fit of sickness hath not a face to go to him:
A sick patient, who Proves ungrateful to his physician for his pains and help towards his former recovery, in a new fit of sickness hath not a face to go to him:
As of ingratitude, so beware also of self-reflecting, and sacrificing to thine own abilities, as if by thy own strength thou hadst overcome a temptation, done a duty, or born a cross:
As of ingratitude, so beware also of self-reflecting, and sacrificing to thine own abilities, as if by thy own strength thou Hadst overcome a temptation, done a duty, or born a cross:
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for of him, through him, and for him are all things, to whom be glory for ever, Rom. 11.36. The other main point to be considered, is the certainty of perseverance, in these words Being confident that he will perform the good work in you until the day of Jesus Christ;
for of him, through him, and for him Are all things, to whom be glory for ever, Rom. 11.36. The other main point to be considered, is the certainty of perseverance, in these words Being confident that he will perform the good work in you until the day of jesus christ;
Before we raise the doctrine, some things would be cleared in the text. 1. What is meant by the good work. 2. What is meant by performing the good work until the day of Jesus Christ, which is his second coming, Luke 17.24. 1 Thes. 5.2. Is not the work of our Sanctification perfected at our death? how then is it said, God will perform it until the day of Christ? Answ. I answer to the first;
Before we raise the Doctrine, Some things would be cleared in the text. 1. What is meant by the good work. 2. What is meant by performing the good work until the day of jesus christ, which is his second coming, Lycia 17.24. 1 Thebes 5.2. Is not the work of our Sanctification perfected At our death? how then is it said, God will perform it until the day of christ? Answer I answer to the First;
To the second I answer, the word rendered [ perform ] signifieth the bringing to an end a work already begun, as a house already founded, is perfected when the topstone is put on. Heb. 8.5.
To the second I answer, the word rendered [ perform ] signifies the bringing to an end a work already begun, as a house already founded, is perfected when the topstone is put on. Hebrew 8.5.
To the endeavours whereof we are exhorted: 2 Cor. 7.1. Having therefore such promises, let us cleanse our selves from all filthyness of the flesh and spirit, perfecting holiness in the fear of God;
To the endeavours whereof we Are exhorted: 2 Cor. 7.1. Having Therefore such promises, let us cleanse our selves from all filthiness of the Flesh and Spirit, perfecting holiness in the Fear of God;
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But the whole suppositum and person consisting of soul and body is not perfected until that glorious day of Jesus Christ; Though the souls of the godly immediately after their parting out of the body be perfectly sanctified,
But the Whole suppositum and person consisting of soul and body is not perfected until that glorious day of jesus christ; Though the Souls of the godly immediately After their parting out of the body be perfectly sanctified,
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nor perfected until the day of Christs second coming, which is called the day of restoring all things, Acts 3.21. at which time the good work of Sanctification begun here in soul and body, will be absolutely perfected in both.
nor perfected until the day of Christ second coming, which is called the day of restoring all things, Acts 3.21. At which time the good work of Sanctification begun Here in soul and body, will be absolutely perfected in both.
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as the fountain, doth flow, through the merit of our mediatour, all spiritual blessings: It is so taken Eph. 2.8. by grace are ye saved, Rom. 3.24. being justified freelie by his grace.
as the fountain, does flow, through the merit of our Mediator, all spiritual blessings: It is so taken Ephesians 2.8. by grace Are you saved, Rom. 3.24. being justified freely by his grace.
It is also taken for the grace that is given, which doth flow from the fountain of free grace and love. Ioh. 1.16. Of his fulness have all we received, and grace for grace:
It is also taken for the grace that is given, which does flow from the fountain of free grace and love. John 1.16. Of his fullness have all we received, and grace for grace:
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Such graces are faith, hope, Love, and other saving Graces of the Spirit; There is a perseverance actual in the exercise and actings of holy duties: Act. 2.42. They continued stedfastly in the Doctrine of the Apostles.
Such graces Are faith, hope, Love, and other Saving Graces of the Spirit; There is a perseverance actual in the exercise and actings of holy duties: Act. 2.42. They continued steadfastly in the Doctrine of the Apostles.
A thing to come is said to be certain two wayes. 1. In respect of Gods Decree, and this is the certainty of Immutability, because Gods Decree, counsel and purpose is unchangeable. Heb. 6.17.
A thing to come is said to be certain two ways. 1. In respect of God's decree, and this is the certainty of Immutability, Because God's decree, counsel and purpose is unchangeable. Hebrew 6.17.
Thus it was certain that our Lord should be delivered unto death, because it was so determined in the eternal counsel of God, Act. 2.23. Him being delivered by the determinate counsel and foreknowledge of God.
Thus it was certain that our Lord should be Delivered unto death, Because it was so determined in the Eternal counsel of God, Act. 2.23. Him being Delivered by the determinate counsel and foreknowledge of God.
the perseverance of renewed men is certain in both respects; first in respect of Gods Decree. Rom. 8.30. Joh. 6.39. Next in respect also of Gods revealed Will, concerning their perseverance. Ioh. 10.28. I give unto my sheep eternal life, and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them out of my hand. Iohn 6.39. This is the Fathers will, that of all which he hath given me I should loose nothing.
the perseverance of renewed men is certain in both respects; First in respect of God's decree. Rom. 8.30. John 6.39. Next in respect also of God's revealed Will, Concerning their perseverance. John 10.28. I give unto my sheep Eternal life, and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them out of my hand. John 6.39. This is the Father's will, that of all which he hath given me I should lose nothing.
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and chastisech them, yet will he not consume and destroy as a Judge in his wrath. Psal. 89.31, 32. Psal. 99.8. Ierem. 46.28. Next the renewed man perseveres also in the Grace given and received;
and chastisech them, yet will he not consume and destroy as a Judge in his wrath. Psalm 89.31, 32. Psalm 99.8. Jeremiah 46.28. Next the renewed man perseveres also in the Grace given and received;
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It is not said, he shall have, but in respect of the infallible consequence of eternal life to Faith in Christ, It is said in the present tense, he hath eternal life; Eternal life is certain in the Promise, because God is Faithful, who hath promised eternal life to every one that believeth in Iesus Christ; It is certain in the earnest, because Faith is an earnest of the Spirit:
It is not said, he shall have, but in respect of the infallible consequence of Eternal life to Faith in christ, It is said in the present tense, he hath Eternal life; Eternal life is certain in the Promise, Because God is Faithful, who hath promised Eternal life to every one that Believeth in Iesus christ; It is certain in the earnest, Because Faith is an earnest of the Spirit:
for Grace is the earnest, and first fruit of Glory; Iohn 4.14. Whosoever drinketh of the water that I shall give him shall never thirst, but the water that I shall give him shall be in him a well of water springing up into everlasting life;
for Grace is the earnest, and First fruit of Glory; John 4.14. Whosoever Drinketh of the water that I shall give him shall never thirst, but the water that I shall give him shall be in him a well of water springing up into everlasting life;
for it springeth up (saith our Lord) unto everlasting life; This truth is also evident from Ioh. 6.37. Him that cometh unto me, I will in no waies cast out;
for it springs up (Says our Lord) unto everlasting life; This truth is also evident from John 6.37. Him that comes unto me, I will in no ways cast out;
by coming to Christ is meaned our believing in him, as is evident by comparing verses 64, 65. Therefore a true Believer in Christ is never cast out from him,
by coming to christ is meaned our believing in him, as is evident by comparing Verses 64, 65. Therefore a true Believer in christ is never cast out from him,
To this I answer, first, if the Shepheard of Israel, and great Bishop of our souls did sleep or slumber, his sheep might steal away, wander and perish in their errors,
To this I answer, First, if the Shepherd of Israel, and great Bishop of our Souls did sleep or slumber, his sheep might steal away, wander and perish in their errors,
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but he is vigilant over all his flock, he is not like that Keeper, 1 King. 20.39. While he was busie here and there, he lost tho man committed unto his keeping;
but he is vigilant over all his flock, he is not like that Keeper, 1 King. 20.39. While he was busy Here and there, he lost though man committed unto his keeping;
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The Shepheard of Israel slumbers not, his eyes are alwayes upon every one of his flock, The crector of the ends of the earth fainteth not, neither is weary. Isa. 40.28. he leads them in great compassion and wisdom. Isa. 40.11. He shall gather the Lambs with his arm, and carrie them in his bosom, and shall gently lead those that are with young:
The Shepherd of Israel slumbers not, his eyes Are always upon every one of his flock, The crector of the ends of the earth fainteth not, neither is weary. Isaiah 40.28. he leads them in great compassion and Wisdom. Isaiah 40.11. He shall gather the Lambs with his arm, and carry them in his bosom, and shall gently led those that Are with young:
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Though the great Shepheard of our souls in his wisdom suffer his little flock to wander in an hour of darkness, to humble them with a sight of their own sillyness and weakness, who hath neither wit nor strength to keep themselves,
Though the great Shepherd of our Souls in his Wisdom suffer his little flock to wander in an hour of darkness, to humble them with a sighed of their own silliness and weakness, who hath neither wit nor strength to keep themselves,
he makes their barking conscience like the Shepheards Dog, to pursue and turn them from their wanderings. 2. Moreover if any of the slock of Christ could so stealaway, that they should perish in their sins and errors:
he makes their barking conscience like the Shepherds Dog, to pursue and turn them from their wanderings. 2. Moreover if any of the slock of christ could so stealaway, that they should perish in their Sins and errors:
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Reasons from Scriptural Truths, do also confirm the truth of this Doctrine. 1. From the certainty and stability of election; Math. 24.24. There shall arise false Christs, and false Prophets, and shall shew great signs and wonders, insomuch, (that if it were possible) they shall deceive the very Elect. 2 Tim. 2.19. The foundation of the Lord standeth sure.
Reasons from Scriptural Truths, do also confirm the truth of this Doctrine. 1. From the certainty and stability of election; Math. 24.24. There shall arise false Christ, and false prophets, and shall show great Signs and wonders, insomuch, (that if it were possible) they shall deceive the very Elect. 2 Tim. 2.19. The Foundation of the Lord Stands sure.
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all whom the Father elected to Glory, and giveth to the Mediator, that by the Merit of his death they may be brought unto the possession of that decreed glory, all such sometime are made believers in Christ;
all whom the Father elected to Glory, and gives to the Mediator, that by the Merit of his death they may be brought unto the possession of that decreed glory, all such sometime Are made believers in christ;
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There is a reciprocation betwixt election and believing, as betwixt the cause and necessary effect. Act. 13.48. As many as were ordained to eternal life believed.
There is a reciprocation betwixt election and believing, as betwixt the cause and necessary Effect. Act. 13.48. As many as were ordained to Eternal life believed.
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And by the holy Ghost dwelling in them, and keeping the house where he is lodged. Rom. 8.11. all the three blessed persons have one common care to preserve Believers.
And by the holy Ghost Dwelling in them, and keeping the house where he is lodged. Rom. 8.11. all the three blessed Persons have one Common care to preserve Believers.
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but believers are in Christ, and Christ is in them; he dwelleth in their hearts by Faith, Eph. 3.17. he is the Saviour of his Mystical body. Eph. 5.24.
but believers Are in christ, and christ is in them; he dwells in their hearts by Faith, Ephesians 3.17. he is the Saviour of his Mystical body. Ephesians 5.24.
A strong man will not suffer any of his members to be taken from him, and our Lord is the stronger one, Luc. 11.22. Obj. But if a member of the natural body through its own corruption doth rott, a man willingly suffereth it to be cut off from the body;
A strong man will not suffer any of his members to be taken from him, and our Lord is the Stronger one, Luke 11.22. Object But if a member of the natural body through its own corruption does rot, a man willingly suffers it to be Cut off from the body;
Answ. There is no question, but even the renewed mans inbred and indwelling corruption, if not restrained and overpowered by the Grace of God, might carrie him far away from Christ;
Answer There is no question, but even the renewed men inbred and indwelling corruption, if not restrained and overpowered by the Grace of God, might carry him Far away from christ;
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as to suffer them to perish? but so it is that our head, the Lord Iesus Christ is able not only with mercie and strength of Grace to prevent the decayings of his Mystical members,
as to suffer them to perish? but so it is that our head, the Lord Iesus christ is able not only with mercy and strength of Grace to prevent the decayings of his Mystical members,
David took no rest, until he had rescued his wives out of the hands of his and their enemies, 1 Sam. 30. But our Lord and husband Iesus Christ surpasseth all men, both in affection and power for the protecting of his Spouse;
David took no rest, until he had rescued his wives out of the hands of his and their enemies, 1 Sam. 30. But our Lord and husband Iesus christ Surpasses all men, both in affection and power for the protecting of his Spouse;
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Then will our Lord disclaim them before man and Angel, saying, I never knew you, Math. 7.23. he never knew them so, that he approved them for his own people;
Then will our Lord disclaim them before man and Angel, saying, I never knew you, Math. 7.23. he never knew them so, that he approved them for his own people;
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But a soul receiving Christ by Faith, and once united to him, will never be separate from him. Rom. 8.35. Whosh all separate us from the love of Christ? &c. 2. Our Lord and Husband keepeth the heart of his Spouse in a dutiful affection to himself;
But a soul receiving christ by Faith, and once united to him, will never be separate from him. Rom. 8.35. Whosh all separate us from the love of christ? etc. 2. Our Lord and Husband Keepeth the heart of his Spouse in a dutiful affection to himself;
but our Lord hath promised in the Covenant of Grace, to over-aw our hearts by his fear, that we turn not away in our hearts from him after strange lovers, Jer. 32.40. I will put my fear in their hearts, that they shall not depart from me.
but our Lord hath promised in the Covenant of Grace, to overawe our hearts by his Fear, that we turn not away in our hearts from him After strange lovers, Jer. 32.40. I will put my Fear in their hearts, that they shall not depart from me.
yea he invites them to repent, and notwithstanding their soul miscariages, he promiseth to receive them. Ier. 3.1. Thou hast plaid the harlot with many lovers, yet return to me again saith the Lord.
yea he invites them to Repent, and notwithstanding their soul miscarriages, he promises to receive them. Jeremiah 3.1. Thou hast played the harlot with many lovers, yet return to me again Says the Lord.
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because the Father heareth him alwayes, Iohn 11.42. But our Lord prayed for perseverance to Believers. Iohn 17.15. I pray that thou shouldest keep them from the evil of the world;
Because the Father hears him always, John 11.42. But our Lord prayed for perseverance to Believers. John 17.15. I pray that thou Shouldst keep them from the evil of the world;
For this he prayed not only in the behalf of the Apostles, but also for all who should believe in his Name. Ioh. 17.20. The fifth Reason is taken from that inviolable conjunction of the links in that golden chain of salvation. Rom. 8.30. Whom he called, he justified, and whom he justified, them he also glorified;
For this he prayed not only in the behalf of the Apostles, but also for all who should believe in his Name. John 17.20. The fifth Reason is taken from that inviolable conjunction of the links in that golden chain of salvation. Rom. 8.30. Whom he called, he justified, and whom he justified, them he also glorified;
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because he could not fall away except he were overcome by temptations in the world; But a regenerate man overcometh the world; Rom. 8.37. 1 Ioh. 5.4.
Because he could not fallen away except he were overcome by temptations in the world; But a regenerate man Overcometh the world; Rom. 8.37. 1 John 5.4.
then should he be overcome of the world, contrary to that assertion of the Apostle 1 Ioh. 5.4. This is the victory that overcometh the world, even our Faith.
then should he be overcome of the world, contrary to that assertion of the Apostle 1 John 5.4. This is the victory that Overcometh the world, even our Faith.
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and to daily out-fall from indwelling corruption, yet in the end the Believer in the strength of our Lords Grace doth prevail. Rom. 8.37. In all these things we are more then Conquerours through him that loved us.
and to daily outfall from indwelling corruption, yet in the end the Believer in the strength of our lords Grace does prevail. Rom. 8.37. In all these things we Are more then Conquerors through him that loved us.
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The seventh and last Reason is taken from that inseparable connexion betwixt adoption, and the heavenly inheritance: Those who are designed heirs of eternal life, do persevere in Grace to the end;
The seventh and last Reason is taken from that inseparable connexion betwixt adoption, and the heavenly inheritance: Those who Are designed Heirs of Eternal life, do persevere in Grace to the end;
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But so it is that regenerate men being adopted Sons to God, are designed heirs of eternal life. Rom. 8.17. Gal. 4.17. If a Son, then an heir of God through Christ.
But so it is that regenerate men being adopted Sons to God, Are designed Heirs of Eternal life. Rom. 8.17. Gal. 4.17. If a Son, then an heir of God through christ.
Answ. 1. That one who is once a Son, may afterward fall from the estate of Adoption, is expresly contrary to that of our Lord; Ioh. 8.35. The Son abideth in the house for ever:
Answer 1. That one who is once a Son, may afterwards fallen from the estate of Adoption, is expressly contrary to that of our Lord; John 8.35. The Son Abideth in the house for ever:
But if he could fall from the estate of Adoption, he could not abide in the houshold of Faith, which is Gods special dwelling-place on earth. 2. True it is, some Fathers have disinherited lewd and unworthy Sons;
But if he could fallen from the estate of Adoption, he could not abide in the household of Faith, which is God's special dwelling-place on earth. 2. True it is, Some Father's have disinherited lewd and unworthy Sons;
But I dare boldly say, if it had been in the power of those Fathers to qualifie their Sons for their inheritance, they would not have disinherited them,
But I Dare boldly say, if it had been in the power of those Father's to qualify their Sons for their inheritance, they would not have disinherited them,
but rather made them meet for it; Now our heavenly Father maketh his children meet for their heavenly inheritance, Col. 1.12. Giving thanks unto the Father, who hath made us meet to be partakers of the inheritance of the Saints in light, and 1 Pet. 1.5.
but rather made them meet for it; Now our heavenly Father makes his children meet for their heavenly inheritance, Col. 1.12. Giving thanks unto the Father, who hath made us meet to be partakers of the inheritance of the Saints in Light, and 1 Pet. 1.5.
The inheritance is kept in heaven for us, by the eternal counsel of God, and we are kept on earth for it, by the power of his invincible Grace, leading us through a world of temptations, into the possession of our inheritance. 3. There would be a difference put betwixt those three, to wit, the filial relation, the filial disposition,
The inheritance is kept in heaven for us, by the Eternal counsel of God, and we Are kept on earth for it, by the power of his invincible Grace, leading us through a world of temptations, into the possession of our inheritance. 3. There would be a difference put betwixt those three, to wit, the filial Relation, the filial disposition,
as variety of objects weaken the beams of our sight by dividing them, so our affection to God is diverted and much weakened by things sensible and worldly:
as variety of objects weaken the beams of our sighed by dividing them, so our affection to God is diverted and much weakened by things sensible and worldly:
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but to kiss a Prodigal, is a mysterie of rich mercie and free love: Our heavenly Father loveth repentance, the work of his own hands, wherever he sees it;
but to kiss a Prodigal, is a mystery of rich mercy and free love: Our heavenly Father loves Repentance, the work of his own hands, wherever he sees it;
It is true, renewed men deserve by their sins to be disinherited, as the Prodigal humbly and truly acknowledged, I am not worthy (said he) to be called thy Son;
It is true, renewed men deserve by their Sins to be disinherited, as the Prodigal humbly and truly acknowledged, I am not worthy (said he) to be called thy Son;
but their sins do not effectually disinherit them, which effective disinheriting is hindred by Gods rich mercie in his unchangeable love, in the intercession of Christ,
but their Sins do not effectually disinherit them, which effective disinheriting is hindered by God's rich mercy in his unchangeable love, in the Intercession of christ,
To this purpose speaketh Augustin well, lib. de corrept. & grat. ca. 12. Therefore help was provided for the infirmity of mans will, that it should be acted by Divine Grace in an indeclynable and unseparable manner.
To this purpose speaks Augustin well, lib. de corrept. & great. circa 12. Therefore help was provided for the infirmity of men will, that it should be acted by Divine Grace in an indeclynable and unseparable manner.
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As for the use of this Doctrine, it serveth for refutation of that comfortless Doctrine of Papists and others, who affirm that a man renewed and in the state of Grace, may fall totally and finally from the Grace of Justification;
As for the use of this Doctrine, it serves for refutation of that comfortless Doctrine of Papists and Others, who affirm that a man renewed and in the state of Grace, may fallen totally and finally from the Grace of Justification;
They are also without the fruits of true holyness and righteousness, having a form of Godliness, but denying the power thereof. 2 Tim. 3.5. using their Christian liberty for a Cloak of maliciousness;
They Are also without the fruits of true holiness and righteousness, having a from of Godliness, but denying the power thereof. 2 Tim. 3.5. using their Christian liberty for a Cloak of maliciousness;
and doing all their works that they may be seen of men; It may be said of them, as of Israel, Hos. 10.1. Israel is an emptie vine, he bringeth forth fruit unto himself;
and doing all their works that they may be seen of men; It may be said of them, as of Israel, Hos. 10.1. Israel is an empty vine, he brings forth fruit unto himself;
Obj. Is it not said, Heb. 6.4, 5, 6. That men sometime enlightned, & who had tasted of the powers of the life to come, may possibly fall away? but such men were renewed by illumination in their understanding,
Object Is it not said, Hebrew 6.4, 5, 6. That men sometime enlightened, & who had tasted of the Powers of the life to come, may possibly fallen away? but such men were renewed by illumination in their understanding,
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Answ. For clearing that place of Scripture, I would offer these considerations. 1. The Apostle speaketh of men baptized and initiated into the mysteries of Christian religion.
Answer For clearing that place of Scripture, I would offer these considerations. 1. The Apostle speaks of men baptised and initiated into the Mysteres of Christian Religion.
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because in these times men were both before and after baptism catechized in the grounds of Christian faith; whereas it is ordinarily rendered. Heb. 6.4. It is impossible that those who were once inlightened, &c. The Syriack translation hath it, it is impossible for them, qui descenderunt ad baptismum, who did go down into the water of baptism:
Because in these times men were both before and After Baptism Catechized in the grounds of Christian faith; whereas it is ordinarily rendered. Hebrew 6.4. It is impossible that those who were once enlightened, etc. The Syriac Translation hath it, it is impossible for them, qui descenderunt ad Baptism, who did go down into the water of Baptism:
and it is well known that the ancient Doctors of the primitive Church call baptism NONLATINALPHABET illumination, because by the doctrine of baptism men were instructed and illuminated with the knowledge of the mysteries of the Christian, saith Iustin. Apol. 2. pro Christ. NONLATINALPHABET.
and it is well known that the ancient Doctors of the primitive Church call Baptism illumination, Because by the Doctrine of Baptism men were instructed and illuminated with the knowledge of the Mysteres of the Christian, Says Justin Apollinarian 2. Pro christ..
and a transient motion in the heart, may fall away from their outward profession, and from that inward general disposition toward Christ and the Christian faith. 2. Consider there is a wide difference betwixt the illumination and tasts of a renewed man,
and a Transient motion in the heart, may fallen away from their outward profession, and from that inward general disposition towards christ and the Christian faith. 2. Consider there is a wide difference betwixt the illumination and tastes of a renewed man,
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but in the man renewed, his knowledge and assent to the truth is joyned with an high estimation of the truth. Psal. 119.72. The law of thy mouth is better unto me then thousands of gold and silver. Phil. 3.8. I count all things loss, yea but dung in comparison of the excellent knowledge of Iesus Christ my Lord:
but in the man renewed, his knowledge and assent to the truth is joined with an high estimation of the truth. Psalm 119.72. The law of thy Mouth is better unto me then thousands of gold and silver. Philip 3.8. I count all things loss, yea but dung in comparison of the excellent knowledge of Iesus christ my Lord:
in the man unrenewed, his knowledge of Christ, and divine mysteries is all speculative and discoursive, like the knowledge a man hath of a remote countrey, only by the Map;
in the man unrenewed, his knowledge of christ, and divine Mysteres is all speculative and discursive, like the knowledge a man hath of a remote country, only by the Map;
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The ways of God are in his heart, Psal. 84.5. The Law of God is in his heart, the unrenewed man his knowledge is without love and obedience in his will to God and his word: Ezek. 33.31. They sit before thee as my people, and they hear thy words, but they will not do them:
The ways of God Are in his heart, Psalm 84.5. The Law of God is in his heart, the unrenewed man his knowledge is without love and Obedience in his will to God and his word: Ezekiel 33.31. They fit before thee as my people, and they hear thy words, but they will not do them:
It is not so with the knowledge of a renewed man: it is joyned with love, obedience, and practise: Psal. 119.11. I have hid thy word in my heart, that I should not sin against thee. Psal. 119.104. Through thy precepts I get understanding:
It is not so with the knowledge of a renewed man: it is joined with love, Obedience, and practise: Psalm 119.11. I have hid thy word in my heart, that I should not sin against thee. Psalm 119.104. Through thy Precepts I get understanding:
but in the renewed man his heart is deeply affected with the precious promises, like a strong cordial, the vertue and strength whereof abides in the heart. Psal. 119.16.2. I rejoyce at thy word as one that findeth great spoil:
but in the renewed man his heart is deeply affected with the precious promises, like a strong cordial, the virtue and strength whereof abides in the heart. Psalm 119.16.2. I rejoice At thy word as one that finds great spoil:
The tast in the man unrenewed is dull and ineffectual: but in the man renewed it is quick and operative: it provokes and encreases his spiritual appetite for more of God:
The taste in the man unrenewed is dull and ineffectual: but in the man renewed it is quick and operative: it provokes and increases his spiritual appetite for more of God:
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and makes him more diligent in the use of the means of salvation, 1 Pet. 2.3. Desire the sincere milk of the word, if so be ye have tasted that the Lord is gracious:
and makes him more diligent in the use of the means of salvation, 1 Pet. 2.3. Desire the sincere milk of the word, if so be you have tasted that the Lord is gracious:
their tast of the Lords favour encreaseth their desire after the word, like babes that have tasted of the milk in the brest, become more eager in their desires after it:
their taste of the lords favour increases their desire After the word, like babes that have tasted of the milk in the breast, become more eager in their Desires After it:
in the renewed man, his tast of spiritual blessings, and of the fatness in the Lords house doth blunt his tast and affection to sin and worldly pleasures, as the tast of that excellent and rarest wine, made by our Lord in Cana, Joh. 2. did so affect the tast of the guests, that in comparison of it they esteemed little of the former wine they had tasted:
in the renewed man, his taste of spiritual blessings, and of the fatness in the lords house does blunt his taste and affection to since and worldly pleasures, as the taste of that excellent and Rarest wine, made by our Lord in Cana, John 2. did so affect the taste of the guests, that in comparison of it they esteemed little of the former wine they had tasted:
Paul reckons his prerogatives worldly, but loss and dung in comparison of the knowledge of Jesus Christ his Lord. Philip. 3.8. but the man unrenewed still retains the old sent of his sins, like Moab, whose sent was not changed, Ier. 48.11.
Paul reckons his prerogatives worldly, but loss and dung in comparison of the knowledge of jesus christ his Lord. Philip. 3.8. but the man unrenewed still retains the old sent of his Sins, like Moab, whose sent was not changed, Jeremiah 48.11.
The renewed man is so affected with the sense of God and his goodness, that he breaths out the praises of God, whereby others may be also moved to seek after God,
The renewed man is so affected with the sense of God and his Goodness, that he breathes out the praises of God, whereby Others may be also moved to seek After God,
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and to tast of his loving kindness. Psal. 34.8. O tast and see that the Lord is good. Psal. 66.16. Come and hear all ye that fear God, and I will declare what he hath done for my soul;
and to taste of his loving kindness. Psalm 34.8. Oh taste and see that the Lord is good. Psalm 66.16. Come and hear all you that Fear God, and I will declare what he hath done for my soul;
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or inviteth others to tast of it. 3. The place alledged, in the Judgement both of Antient and Modern Interpreters, is understood of such persons as do sin against the holy Ghost, by a total Apostasie from the Christian Faith,
or Inviteth Others to taste of it. 3. The place alleged, in the Judgement both of Ancient and Modern Interpreters, is understood of such Persons as do sin against the holy Ghost, by a total Apostasy from the Christian Faith,
But the mercie and wisdom of God in this Doctrine is justified of her children; the renewed man, as he believeth the certainty of perseverance in the state of Grace,
But the mercy and Wisdom of God in this Doctrine is justified of her children; the renewed man, as he Believeth the certainty of perseverance in the state of Grace,
so doth he believe the means for persevering must and should be followed, and therefore his Faith of the certainty of perseverance will not make him secure,
so does he believe the means for persevering must and should be followed, and Therefore his Faith of the certainty of perseverance will not make him secure,
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Elijah knew certainly it would be rain, for God had revealed it, & yet he used prayer as a means appointed of God for obtaining every good thing. 1 King. 18.1.42. the sound Believer will make conscience of the means, he will obey that, Philip. 2.12. Work out your salvation with fear and trembling:
Elijah knew Certainly it would be rain, for God had revealed it, & yet he used prayer as a means appointed of God for obtaining every good thing. 1 King. 18.1.42. the found Believer will make conscience of the means, he will obey that, Philip. 2.12. Work out your salvation with Fear and trembling:
but a fear of his own weakness, with a solicitous care in using the means: The sound Believer doth believe that gracious promise of our perseverance. Ioh. 10.28. None shall pluck my sheep out of my hand;
but a Fear of his own weakness, with a solicitous care in using the means: The found Believer does believe that gracious promise of our perseverance. John 10.28. None shall pluck my sheep out of my hand;
Ioh. 17.11, 15. Yet he maketh conscience also to obey that of Iude, vers. 21. Keep your self in the love of God; of that 1 Ioh. 5.18. He that is begotten of God, keepeth himself, and that wicked one toucheth him not;
John 17.11, 15. Yet he makes conscience also to obey that of Iude, vers. 21. Keep your self in the love of God; of that 1 John 5.18. He that is begotten of God, Keepeth himself, and that wicked one touches him not;
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and while he stands in a time of inward and outward peace, he maketh conscience of that warning 1 Cor. 10.12. Let him that thinketh he standeth, take heed least he fall.
and while he Stands in a time of inward and outward peace, he makes conscience of that warning 1 Cor. 10.12. Let him that Thinketh he Stands, take heed lest he fallen.
as if they were in an estate of Grace, and sure to persevere therein, because they have a common Grace restraining them for a time from the outward act of sin before the world;
as if they were in an estate of Grace, and sure to persevere therein, Because they have a Common Grace restraining them for a time from the outward act of since before the world;
wicked Ioash out of respect to good Iehosadah; and cruel Herod, out of awful fear of Iohn the Baptist, refrained themselves from some sins. 2 Chron. 24.2. Mar. 6.20. let not such men rest on a fair outward profession, and an outward communion with holy and sound Believers, that may be lost;
wicked Joash out of respect to good Iehosadah; and cruel Herod, out of awful Fear of John the Baptist, refrained themselves from Some Sins. 2 Chronicles 24.2. Mar. 6.20. let not such men rest on a fair outward profession, and an outward communion with holy and found Believers, that may be lost;
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Demas for a time shined in the Apostolick Church, being a fellow Labourer in the Gospel with Paul, and numbred amongst the faithful servants of Jesus Christ.
Demas for a time shined in the Apostolic Church, being a fellow Labourer in the Gospel with Paul, and numbered among the faithful Servants of jesus christ.
hypocrites and temporary Believers, like Stage-players, to please them that look on, can soon put on and put off a form of Godliness. 2 Tim. 4.10. neither let them rest on some eminent gift enabling them for a particular calling or employment:
Hypocrites and temporary Believers, like Stageplayers, to please them that look on, can soon put on and put off a from of Godliness. 2 Tim. 4.10. neither let them rest on Some eminent gift enabling them for a particular calling or employment:
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and an honest worldly conversation for a time. 2 Pet. 2.20. They have escaped the pollutions of the world through the knowledge of the Lord and Saviour Iesus Christ:
and an honest worldly Conversation for a time. 2 Pet. 2.20. They have escaped the pollutions of the world through the knowledge of the Lord and Saviour Iesus christ:
though the saving Graces of the Spirit cannot be lost, yet if thou that art renewed become careless and negligent to entertain the life of Grace, the waters of life that sometime abounded in thine heart, may be brought to a very low ebb, the strength of Grace not exercised will decay, thy peace if it be not kept in a good conscience will be taken from thee for a time:
though the Saving Graces of the Spirit cannot be lost, yet if thou that art renewed become careless and negligent to entertain the life of Grace, the waters of life that sometime abounded in thine heart, may be brought to a very low ebb, the strength of Grace not exercised will decay, thy peace if it be not kept in a good conscience will be taken from thee for a time:
As for the first, that living Grace in the renewed children of God, is subject to abatements in the Degrees and strength thereof, is evident in divers respects. 1. In respect of promptness, and forwardness for doing duties, at one time they will have a great elevation of heart, Psal. 108.1. O God my heart is fixed, I will sing and give praise;
As for the First, that living Grace in the renewed children of God, is Subject to abatements in the Degrees and strength thereof, is evident in diverse respects. 1. In respect of promptness, and forwardness for doing duties, At one time they will have a great elevation of heart, Psalm 108.1. Oh God my heart is fixed, I will sing and give praise;
at another time they will have a great suppression of Spirit, Psal. 40.12. Innumerable evils have compassed me about, mine iniquities have taken hold upon me, so that I am not able to look up;
At Another time they will have a great suppression of Spirit, Psalm 40.12. Innumerable evils have compassed me about, mine iniquities have taken hold upon me, so that I am not able to look up;
The Spouse at one time runs here and there to seek her beloved; at another time ye see in her great laziness, Cant. 5.3. I have put off my coat, how can I put it on again? Peter at one time is forward at a word of our Lord to cast himself into the deep Sea, at another time he will not hazard so much as a word for avowing his Lord and Master:
The Spouse At one time runs Here and there to seek her Beloved; At Another time you see in her great laziness, Cant 5.3. I have put off my coat, how can I put it on again? Peter At one time is forward At a word of our Lord to cast himself into the deep Sea, At Another time he will not hazard so much as a word for avowing his Lord and Master:
ye see it in David, Psal. 27.10. When my Father and my Mother did forsake me, then the Lord did take me up: and Psal. 46.2. We will not fear though the earth be removed:
you see it in David, Psalm 27.10. When my Father and my Mother did forsake me, then the Lord did take me up: and Psalm 46.2. We will not Fear though the earth be removed:
there was great Faith, but ye see a slacking of his Faith. Psal. 31.22. I said in my hast, I am cut off from before thine eyes. and 1 Sam. 27.1. David said in his heart, I shall now perish one day by the hand of Saul, notwithstanding he had from God a special Promise to be King of Israel. 4. In respect of their continuance in duties;
there was great Faith, but you see a slacking of his Faith. Psalm 31.22. I said in my haste, I am Cut off from before thine eyes. and 1 Sam. 27.1. David said in his heart, I shall now perish one day by the hand of Saul, notwithstanding he had from God a special Promise to be King of Israel. 4. In respect of their Continuance in duties;
at another time, though the Minister were like Paul, they fall drousie like Eutychus, and if God did not prevent with mercy, they would fall from this drousiness into a deadness of Spirit;
At Another time, though the Minister were like Paul, they fallen drowsy like Eutychus, and if God did not prevent with mercy, they would fallen from this drowsiness into a deadness of Spirit;
but our God, rich in mercy and long suffering, waits upon his children, and recovers them from these fits and faintings, unto their former soule health.
but our God, rich in mercy and long suffering, waits upon his children, and recovers them from these fits and faintings, unto their former soul health.
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As to the second, consider what maketh this change in the children of God, and procureth the abatement and decay of the degrees and strength of Grace in them. 1. A careless neglect of the means of salvation,
As to the second, Consider what makes this change in the children of God, and procureth the abatement and decay of the Degrees and strength of Grace in them. 1. A careless neglect of the means of salvation,
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and a cause of the decay and consumption of the inner man. 2. Spiritual pride and vain confidence in our own strength for the imploying and improving of any Grace or Gift received of God, brings with it a decay of the vigor of Grace;
and a cause of the decay and consumption of the inner man. 2. Spiritual pride and vain confidence in our own strength for the employing and improving of any Grace or Gift received of God, brings with it a decay of the vigor of Grace;
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and it is no wonder a Christian decay in the measure of grace, if he improve not his talent to the glory of his Lord, to the good example of his neighbor,
and it is no wonder a Christian decay in the measure of grace, if he improve not his talon to the glory of his Lord, to the good Exampl of his neighbour,
and to his own comfort in laying up a sure foundation against the time to come, that he may lay hold on eternal life. 4. When our eye and heart is too much fixed on visible and sensible objects of sorrow or fear,
and to his own Comfort in laying up a sure Foundation against the time to come, that he may lay hold on Eternal life. 4. When our eye and heart is too much fixed on visible and sensible objects of sorrow or Fear,
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by frequent hearing, reading, meditation, and prayer, we become heavenly and spiritual, as Moses coming down from the Mount did shine in his countenance,
by frequent hearing, reading, meditation, and prayer, we become heavenly and spiritual, as Moses coming down from the Mount did shine in his countenance,
The conscionable and careful using the means of our spiritual food and life will prevent the decay of the inner man. 2. Walk humbly in the remembrance of thy former sins, in the sense of thy present infirmities, in a jealousie of thy best endeavours,
The conscionable and careful using the means of our spiritual food and life will prevent the decay of the inner man. 2. Walk humbly in the remembrance of thy former Sins, in the sense of thy present infirmities, in a jealousy of thy best endeavours,
Math. 25. God encreased knowledge in his servant David, who made conscience to walk according to his knowledge. Psal. 119.100. I understand more then the Antients, because I keep thy precepts.
Math. 25. God increased knowledge in his servant David, who made conscience to walk according to his knowledge. Psalm 119.100. I understand more then the Ancients, Because I keep thy Precepts.
and will not suffer thee to be tempted above that thou art able. 1 Cor 10.13. we may look unto the strength of a temptation, and then be humbled with a sense of our own weakness;
and will not suffer thee to be tempted above that thou art able. 1 Cor 10.13. we may look unto the strength of a temptation, and then be humbled with a sense of our own weakness;
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but withall let us look to God by Faith, and rest upon his Almighty, infinite, and everlasting strength, who hath promised to renew strength to all that wait upon him. Isa. 40.31.
but withal let us look to God by Faith, and rest upon his Almighty, infinite, and everlasting strength, who hath promised to renew strength to all that wait upon him. Isaiah 40.31.
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the Apostle speaking in the name of persons renewed, saith, In many things we fail all. Jam. 3.2. It is true, if we say we have fellowship with him, and walk in darkness we l ye:
the Apostle speaking in the name of Persons renewed, Says, In many things we fail all. Jam. 3.2. It is true, if we say we have fellowship with him, and walk in darkness we l the:
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Answ. As for dissertions, we would consider, 1. The end of Gods disserting 2. The manner. 3. The measure. 4. What is our duty in that sad time of dissertion.
Answer As for Dissertations, we would Consider, 1. The end of God's disserting 2. The manner. 3. The measure. 4. What is our duty in that sad time of desertion.
to this end the Lord disserted Peter, and did not strengthen him by a special help of grace in that hour of temptation in the High Priests hall, that he might chastise and humble him for self-confidence, whereof Peter took no notice before his fall.
to this end the Lord disserted Peter, and did not strengthen him by a special help of grace in that hour of temptation in the High Priests hall, that he might chastise and humble him for self-confidence, whereof Peter took no notice before his fallen.
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Thirdly, Sometimes the Lord disserts his own children in respect of sense of any present comforts, to this end, that he may try the Faith and patience of his own children, who in the cloudy and dark day must walk by Faith and not by sense:
Thirdly, Sometime the Lord disserts his own children in respect of sense of any present comforts, to this end, that he may try the Faith and patience of his own children, who in the cloudy and dark day must walk by Faith and not by sense:
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Now for a season ye are in heaviness through manifold temptations, that the tryal of your Faith being much more precious then of Gold, may be found unto praise, &c. As the Gold-smith puts the Gold into the fire, not to consume,
Now for a season you Are in heaviness through manifold temptations, that the trial of your Faith being much more precious then of Gold, may be found unto praise, etc. As the Goldsmith puts the Gold into the fire, not to consume,
but to purge and try the same: To this end was David disserted, and for a time had no sense of comfort. Psal. 30.7. Thou didst hide thy face, and I was troubled: and Psal. 10.1.
but to purge and try the same: To this end was David disserted, and for a time had no sense of Comfort. Psalm 30.7. Thou didst hide thy face, and I was troubled: and Psalm 10.1.
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and to the good example of others; Iob 7.3. and 13, 14, 15. and Iames will have us look to him as a pattern of patience, Iam. 5.11. Ye have heard of the patience of Job.
and to the good Exampl of Others; Job 7.3. and 13, 14, 15. and James will have us look to him as a pattern of patience, Iam. 5.11. You have herd of the patience of Job.
and do not act grace, yet the seed remains in them, 1 Ioh. 3.9. Peter fell foully, yet at that time the Lord preserved the life of Faith in his soul. Luc 22.32. Sathan hath desired to have you, that he may sift you as Wheat, but I have prayed for thee that thy Faith fail not;
and do not act grace, yet the seed remains in them, 1 John 3.9. Peter fell foully, yet At that time the Lord preserved the life of Faith in his soul. Luke 22.32. Sathan hath desired to have you, that he may sift you as Wheat, but I have prayed for thee that thy Faith fail not;
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But God disserts his own children sometime in respect of strength, when he upholdeth them not in the hour of temptation, but leaveth them to themselves,
But God disserts his own children sometime in respect of strength, when he upholds them not in the hour of temptation, but Leaveth them to themselves,
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Sometime he disserts his own children in respect of comfort, when he hideth the light of his countenance, when he with-holdeth or with-draweth the joy of his Spirit:
Sometime he disserts his own children in respect of Comfort, when he Hideth the Light of his countenance, when he withholdeth or withdraweth the joy of his Spirit:
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the children of God are not in a like measure disserted at all times: sometimes more, sometimes less, at one time they are shaken with the wind of temptation,
the children of God Are not in a like measure disserted At all times: sometime more, sometime less, At one time they Are shaken with the wind of temptation,
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and remissness in their spiritual courage: such was Davids disposition. Psal. 41.1. As the Hart panteth after the water brooks, so panteth my soul after thee, O God:
and remissness in their spiritual courage: such was Davids disposition. Psalm 41.1. As the Heart pants After the water brooks, so pants my soul After thee, Oh God:
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but sometime the fruit of one grace, and sometime of another will be more eminent, according to the wise and gracious dispensation of God, out-letting on,
but sometime the fruit of one grace, and sometime of Another will be more eminent, according to the wise and gracious Dispensation of God, outletting on,
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Lastly consider thy duty in a time of dissertion, when the Lord hideth his face from thee: 1. Search thy wayes, for as under a dissertion thou doest observe a change in Gods countenance,
Lastly Consider thy duty in a time of desertion, when the Lord Hideth his face from thee: 1. Search thy ways, for as under a desertion thou dost observe a change in God's countenance,
and to find the lost penny, we shall undoubtedly find, that since the time we had the comfort of Gods presence, we have departed from his wayes and turned from him, it may be by our ingratitude,
and to find the lost penny, we shall undoubtedly find, that since the time we had the Comfort of God's presence, we have departed from his ways and turned from him, it may be by our ingratitude,
and found out the Achan, Humble thy self before God, and confess that and all thy former transgressions. Hos. 5.15. I will go and retire to my place, till they acknowledge their offence:
and found out the achan, Humble thy self before God, and confess that and all thy former transgressions. Hos. 5.15. I will go and retire to my place, till they acknowledge their offence:
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The remembrance of Gods former kindness, upheld David in his comfortless condition. Psal. 77.5, 11. I have considered the dayes of old: This comforted Jonah, 2.4. I said I am cast out of thy sight, yet I will look again toward thy holy temple:
The remembrance of God's former kindness, upheld David in his comfortless condition. Psalm 77.5, 11. I have considered the days of old: This comforted Jonah, 2.4. I said I am cast out of thy sighed, yet I will look again towards thy holy temple:
He remembred the comfortable testimonies of the Lords love and presence in his holy temple. 4. Wait thou upon God by an humble confidence and dependance. Isa. 50.10.
He remembered the comfortable testimonies of the lords love and presence in his holy temple. 4. Wait thou upon God by an humble confidence and dependence. Isaiah 50.10.
the soul that is lifted up in a time of great trouble, the Apostle, Heb. 10.30. Expounds it, the soul that draweth back, to wit by unbelief. Heb. 3.12.
the soul that is lifted up in a time of great trouble, the Apostle, Hebrew 10.30. Expounds it, the soul that draws back, to wit by unbelief. Hebrew 3.12.
When men say as wicked Jehoram, in a time wherein they see no appearance of deliverance, 2 King. 6.33. Behold this evil is of the Lord, what should I wait for the Lord any longer? Therefore in hope and patience wait thou upon the Lord:
When men say as wicked jehoram, in a time wherein they see no appearance of deliverance, 2 King. 6.33. Behold this evil is of the Lord, what should I wait for the Lord any longer? Therefore in hope and patience wait thou upon the Lord:
so the Church of God resolved to do. Isa. 8.17. I will wait upon the Lord, that hideth his face from the house of Jacob, and I will look for him: So did David, Psal. 42.11.43.5. Why art thou cast down within me, O my soul;
so the Church of God resolved to do. Isaiah 8.17. I will wait upon the Lord, that Hideth his face from the house of Jacob, and I will look for him: So did David, Psalm 42.11.43.5. Why art thou cast down within me, Oh my soul;
A soul believing and waiting patiently on God shall not be disappointed of the desired and expected end. Psal. 9.18. The needy shall not alway be forgotten, the expectation of the poor shall not perish for ever:
A soul believing and waiting patiently on God shall not be disappointed of the desired and expected end. Psalm 9.18. The needy shall not always be forgotten, the expectation of the poor shall not perish for ever:
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Psal 40.1, 2. It is good even under great calamities quietly to hope. Lament. 3.26. Hope is our Anchor, that establisheth our hearts in the stormy day, from being carried about with every strong wind of the present time.
Psalm 40.1, 2. It is good even under great calamities quietly to hope. Lament. 3.26. Hope is our Anchor, that Establisheth our hearts in the stormy day, from being carried about with every strong wind of the present time.
Before I close this purpose of our perseverance in the estate of grace through the strength of Christ, I would answer two questions. 1. If a renewed man may have any certain knowledge of his perseverance? 2. What kind of knowledge it is,
Before I close this purpose of our perseverance in the estate of grace through the strength of christ, I would answer two questions. 1. If a renewed man may have any certain knowledge of his perseverance? 2. What kind of knowledge it is,
Answ. To the 1. I answer affirmatively, as is evident from examples in holy Scriptures of the dear children of God, who were assured of their perseverance. Job 19.26. In my flesh shall I see God:
Answer To the 1. I answer affirmatively, as is evident from Examples in holy Scriptures of the dear children of God, who were assured of their perseverance. Job 19.26. In my Flesh shall I see God:
in the name of all Believers; Asaph also was confident of his perseverance in grace unto glory. Psal. 73.24. Thou shalt guide me with thy counsel, and afterward receive me to glory. Rom. 8.39.
in the name of all Believers; Asaph also was confident of his perseverance in grace unto glory. Psalm 73.24. Thou shalt guide me with thy counsel, and afterwards receive me to glory. Rom. 8.39.
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Nothing shall be able to separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus, and 1 Joh. 3.14. We know that we have passed from death unto life, because we love the brethren:
Nothing shall be able to separate us from the love of God which is in christ jesus, and 1 John 3.14. We know that we have passed from death unto life, Because we love the brothers:
It is also evident from reason, and necessary consequence from Scriptural Truths. 1. Because a renewed man may know that thing certainly, wherein he rejoyceth, for joy is not in things uncertain;
It is also evident from reason, and necessary consequence from Scriptural Truths. 1. Because a renewed man may know that thing Certainly, wherein he Rejoiceth, for joy is not in things uncertain;
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which cannot be understood only of that Catholick and Dogmatick Faith (as Adversaries alledge) because Paul speaketh to them who had received the Christian Doctrine already,
which cannot be understood only of that Catholic and Dogmatic Faith (as Adversaries allege) Because Paul speaks to them who had received the Christian Doctrine already,
there is a knowledge of a thing to come from probabilities or conjectures, and this is opinion only, which is liable to error, and therefore in it there is no certain knowledge. 2. There is a knowledge of a thing from the natural and immediate cause of it;
there is a knowledge of a thing to come from probabilities or Conjectures, and this is opinion only, which is liable to error, and Therefore in it there is no certain knowledge. 2. There is a knowledge of a thing from the natural and immediate cause of it;
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This is an assent firm and evident, and is called Science. 3. There is a Moral certitude, when a man knoweth the certainty of his estate for the present,
This is an assent firm and evident, and is called Science. 3. There is a Moral certitude, when a man Knoweth the certainty of his estate for the present,
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some learned Divines in the Roman Church, grant this moral certitude of salvation. 4. There is a Certitude of Divine Faith, whereby we assent to supernatural truths, not from any evidence intrinsecal in the thing known,
Some learned Divines in the Roman Church, grant this moral certitude of salvation. 4. There is a Certitude of Divine Faith, whereby we assent to supernatural truths, not from any evidence intrinsical in the thing known,
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Obj. But how can a man know with certainty of Faith (that he himself believeth) because it is not particularly revealed in Scripture, that such a man by name believeth•:
Object But how can a man know with certainty of Faith (that he himself Believeth) Because it is not particularly revealed in Scripture, that such a man by name believeth•:
Therefore the proposition of his believing in special, not being founded on divine authority, the conclusion concerning his perseverance and certainty of salvation cannot be certain by a divine Faith.
Therefore the proposition of his believing in special, not being founded on divine Authority, the conclusion Concerning his perseverance and certainty of salvation cannot be certain by a divine Faith.
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and yet our Lord inferreth the same from one proposition known by the light of Scripture, To wit, Isaiah 35. he that doth the works of the Messiah is he true Messiah;
and yet our Lord infers the same from one proposition known by the Light of Scripture, To wit, Isaiah 35. he that does the works of the Messiah is he true Messiah;
and is deduced from one proposition known by the light of Scripture; To wit, He that believeth shall not perish, but persevere unto eternal life. Ioh. 3.16.
and is deduced from one proposition known by the Light of Scripture; To wit, He that Believeth shall not perish, but persevere unto Eternal life. John 3.16.
as 1. That true faith from sense of Gods love doth humble the heart and afflict the spirit with sorrow for sin. Zach. 12.10. They shall look upon him whom they pierced, and they shall mourn.
as 1. That true faith from sense of God's love does humble the heart and afflict the Spirit with sorrow for since. Zach 12.10. They shall look upon him whom they pierced, and they shall mourn.
This look is by believing, and it brings home with it a sense of love, which woundeth the heart with sorrow for sin. 2. True Faith purgeth and purifieth the heart, Act. 15.9.
This look is by believing, and it brings home with it a sense of love, which wounds the heart with sorrow for since. 2. True Faith Purgeth and Purifieth the heart, Act. 15.9.
Christ received by Faith to dwell in our hearts, doth by the sweet smell of his oyntments and graces purge out of our hearts the sent and delight of sinful and vile lusts. 3. This true saving Faith is not dead and idle, but holy and operative;
christ received by Faith to dwell in our hearts, does by the sweet smell of his ointments and graces purge out of our hearts the sent and delight of sinful and vile Lustiest. 3. This true Saving Faith is not dead and idle, but holy and operative;
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and of righteousness toward our neighbour. 4. Lastly, it is a prevailing and overcoming Faith. 1 Joh. 5.4. This is the victory that overcometh the world, even our Faith:
and of righteousness towards our neighbour. 4. Lastly, it is a prevailing and overcoming Faith. 1 John 5.4. This is the victory that Overcometh the world, even our Faith:
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Yet his will is not wholly subdued and overcome: for the ill he doth, he willeth it not. Rom. 7.19. To Iesus Christ the Author and Finisher of our Faith, with the Father, and holy Ghost be all praise; Amen.
Yet his will is not wholly subdued and overcome: for the ill he does, he wills it not. Rom. 7.19. To Iesus christ the Author and Finisher of our Faith, with the Father, and holy Ghost be all praise; Amen.
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as that tree did sweeten the waters of Marah. Exod. 15.25. In the words two points offer themselves to our consideration. 1. A twofold misery, from which we are delivered:
as that tree did sweeten the waters of Marah. Exod 15.25. In the words two points offer themselves to our consideration. 1. A twofold misery, from which we Are Delivered:
to wit the sting of death, and the strength of sin. 2. The procurer of our deliverance: Thanks be to God who giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.
to wit the sting of death, and the strength of since. 2. The procurer of our deliverance: Thanks be to God who gives us the victory through our Lord jesus christ.
but the Law is called the strength of sin, because a man unrenewed, before the time the Lord by grace rectifies his will and affections, doth from his own inbred corruption take occasion at hearing of the Law, to enlarge his vast desires toward all the sins forbidden therein:
but the Law is called the strength of since, Because a man unrenewed, before the time the Lord by grace Rectifies his will and affections, does from his own inbred corruption take occasion At hearing of the Law, to enlarge his vast Desires towards all the Sins forbidden therein:
It is not so much the forbidding of sin, as sin forbidden and heard of, that provoketh the sinful appecite, Rom. 7.7, 8. Is the Law sin, God forbid? Nay, I had not known sin, but by the Law;
It is not so much the forbidding of since, as since forbidden and herd of, that provokes the sinful appecite, Rom. 7.7, 8. Is the Law since, God forbid? Nay, I had not known since, but by the Law;
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As when a sick patient longs after meat forbidden by the Physitian, there is no fault in the Physitian, but in the distempered appetite of the patient.
As when a sick patient longs After meat forbidden by the physician, there is no fault in the physician, but in the distempered appetite of the patient.
As by the sting of a venomous Serpent cometh an inflamation of the blood, together with a great torment and pain in the body, so by sin, which is the sting of that old Serpent, cometh pain and horror in the conscience,
As by the sting of a venomous Serpent comes an inflammation of the blood, together with a great torment and pain in the body, so by since, which is the sting of that old Serpent, comes pain and horror in the conscience,
and was tastened in our nature by a virtual consent in our first parents, it brought death along with it. Rom. 5.12. By one man sin entred into the world, and death by sin. 1 Cor. 15.21.
and was tastened in our nature by a virtual consent in our First Parents, it brought death along with it. Rom. 5.12. By one man since entered into the world, and death by since. 1 Cor. 15.21.
Thus then by death we understand those particular evils of misery. 1. A subjection to the necessity of dying. 2. Alterations and sickness in the body disposing it for death. 3. Fear of death, 4. Pain in death. 5. The separation of soul and body. 6. The curse of death.
Thus then by death we understand those particular evils of misery. 1. A subjection to the necessity of dying. 2. Alterations and sickness in the body disposing it for death. 3. fear of death, 4. Pain in death. 5. The separation of soul and body. 6. The curse of death.
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for after he had sinned, and not till then, it was said by the Lord of life unto him, Dust thou art, and to dust shalt thou return, Gen. 3.19. It may be truly said of Adams body, that in the state of innocency it was both Mortal and Immortal, in respect of a capacity indifferent to dye or live:
for After he had sinned, and not till then, it was said by the Lord of life unto him, Dust thou art, and to dust shalt thou return, Gen. 3.19. It may be truly said of Adams body, that in the state of innocency it was both Mortal and Immortal, in respect of a capacity indifferent to die or live:
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when he was pressed by force of argument taken from the death of Infants as a bitter fruit of original corruption in them, his answer was, that man would have dyed,
when he was pressed by force of argument taken from the death of Infants as a bitter fruit of original corruption in them, his answer was, that man would have died,
though he had never sinned, because (said he) man had a mortal body composed of contrary elementary qualities, which warring one against another, would have made alteration in the body,
though he had never sinned, Because (said he) man had a Mortal body composed of contrary elementary qualities, which warring one against Another, would have made alteration in the body,
for our most just God, though by an act of soveraign power and dominion over his own creature, as the Potter over his vessel, he might annihilate the same,
for our most just God, though by an act of sovereign power and dominion over his own creature, as the Potter over his vessel, he might annihilate the same,
As by an over-ruling providence he preserved the Lyon and the Lamb, the Woolf and the Kid together in one Ark of Noah, without the destruction of the Lamb and Kid;
As by an overruling providence he preserved the lion and the Lamb, the Wolf and the Kid together in one Ark of Noah, without the destruction of the Lamb and Kid;
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as he restrained the Lyon from destroying the living Ass, or the dead body of the Prophet, 1 King. 13. As he restrained the fire Dan. 3. in the exercise of it, that it did not so much as singe a hair of their heads,
as he restrained the lion from destroying the living Ass, or the dead body of the Prophet, 1 King. 13. As he restrained the fire Dan. 3. in the exercise of it, that it did not so much as sing a hair of their Heads,
and continued strength in his Spirit, whereas it is since the fall with toyl in the body and faintness in the Spirit. Gen. 3.19. In the sweat of thy face shalt thou eat thy bread.
and continued strength in his Spirit, whereas it is since the fallen with toil in the body and faintness in the Spirit. Gen. 3.19. In the sweat of thy face shalt thou eat thy bred.
so long as man by sin transgressed not the bounds set to him by God; but when man passed his bounds, then the humors of the body passed their bounds,
so long as man by since transgressed not the bounds Set to him by God; but when man passed his bounds, then the humours of the body passed their bounds,
Sin made way to this inundation, which in the estate of integrity was barred up in the body by the over-ruling providence of God, who shutteth up and openeth the barrs even of the great ocean at his own pleasure.
since made Way to this inundation, which in the estate of integrity was barred up in the body by the overruling providence of God, who shutteth up and Openeth the bars even of the great Ocean At his own pleasure.
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Thirdly from sin is that tormenting fear of death, which keepeth the heart of miserable man in straitness and bondage. Heb. 2.15. Through the fear of death all their life time are subject to bondage:
Thirdly from since is that tormenting Fear of death, which Keepeth the heart of miserable man in straitness and bondage. Hebrew 2.15. Through the Fear of death all their life time Are Subject to bondage:
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that is, it hath convinced all men of guiltiness and of obligation to eternal death. Iob 18.14. Death is called the King of terrors; Heathens called it the most fearful of all fearful things:
that is, it hath convinced all men of guiltiness and of obligation to Eternal death. Job 18.14. Death is called the King of terrors; heathens called it the most fearful of all fearful things:
This fear of death until it be qualified and tempered by Faith in the Merit of the death of our Lord, doth exceedingly torment and disquiet the heart of man;
This Fear of death until it be qualified and tempered by Faith in the Merit of the death of our Lord, does exceedingly torment and disquiet the heart of man;
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he taketh a very small cross, though it were but a sore head, to be a beginning of his endless woes, to be a drop of that cloud of fierce wrath that is to be poured out upon him in vials at his death and judgement,
he Takes a very small cross, though it were but a soar head, to be a beginning of his endless woes, to be a drop of that cloud of fierce wrath that is to be poured out upon him in vials At his death and judgement,
The death of some wicked men is like those Fishes going down with much facility through Jordan, till they once fall into the dead Sea, and there they die;
The death of Some wicked men is like those Fish going down with much facility through Jordan, till they once fallen into the dead Sea, and there they die;
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Fifthly, In the first death is implyed the dissolution it self, when the soul and body by their union making up one person, are separated the one from the other;
Fifthly, In the First death is employed the dissolution it self, when the soul and body by their Union making up one person, Are separated the one from the other;
Moreover God who is above all his penal Laws and Statutes, might according to his good pleasure give an Indulgence and Immunity to his servants from that penal Ordinance of death,
Moreover God who is above all his penal Laws and Statutes, might according to his good pleasure give an Indulgence and Immunity to his Servants from that penal Ordinance of death,
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and therefore the body which did second the soul in obeying the lusts of the flesh, is put to the suffering of eternal wrath at the day of resurrection;
and Therefore the body which did second the soul in obeying the Lustiest of the Flesh, is put to the suffering of Eternal wrath At the day of resurrection;
There may be many new and strange diseases in this sinful age, whereof it is hard for the most skilful Physitian to finde out and shew the true natural cause,
There may be many new and strange diseases in this sinful age, whereof it is hard for the most skilful physician to find out and show the true natural cause,
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as in the last and worst of times, new and strange sins do abound, foretold 2 Tim. 3. which our Ancestors and many honest Pagans having nothing but natures light, would have abhorred,
as in the last and worst of times, new and strange Sins do abound, foretold 2 Tim. 3. which our Ancestors and many honest Pagans having nothing but nature's Light, would have abhorred,
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and said as Hazael, Am I a dead Dog to do such things? so no wonder there be new diseases inflicted justly by God as new punishments of new and uncouth transgressions.
and said as hazael, Am I a dead Dog to do such things? so no wonder there be new diseases inflicted justly by God as new punishments of new and uncouth transgressions.
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Therefore at what time soever thou findest any alteration in thy constitution bodily, humble thy self in the sight of God, acknowledge thy indwelling corruption, thy original and actual sins:
Therefore At what time soever thou Findest any alteration in thy constitution bodily, humble thy self in the sighed of God, acknowledge thy indwelling corruption, thy original and actual Sins:
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and if all men should make this humbling use of bodily indisposition, how much more such men in whom sins have not only been a meritorious cause of their sickness and weakness,
and if all men should make this humbling use of bodily indisposition, how much more such men in whom Sins have not only been a meritorious cause of their sickness and weakness,
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but some particular sins have been an active and efficient cause of their great distemper of body? as some persons weakned through incontinency or intemperance do pine away in the punishment of their own iniquities;
but Some particular Sins have been an active and efficient cause of their great distemper of body? as Some Persons weakened through incontinency or intemperance do pine away in the punishment of their own iniquities;
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how should such be humbed before God, when they may read in great letters imprinted on their bodies their particular sins? If any such belong to God, they will pine away with grief of heart for their sins;
how should such be humbed before God, when they may read in great letters imprinted on their bodies their particular Sins? If any such belong to God, they will pine away with grief of heart for their Sins;
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and they cry with Ezechias, I am oppressed, Lord undertake for me. 2. After thou hast in time of sickness humbled thy self before God in acknowledging thy sins, seek first and most earnestly thy souls health;
and they cry with Hezekiah, I am oppressed, Lord undertake for me. 2. After thou hast in time of sickness humbled thy self before God in acknowledging thy Sins, seek First and most earnestly thy Souls health;
3. Having acknowledged thy sins, and sought first soul-health and Remission of sins, thereafter in the name of God, use all lawful means for recovery of thy bodily health:
3. Having acknowledged thy Sins, and sought First soul-health and Remission of Sins, thereafter in the name of God, use all lawful means for recovery of thy bodily health:
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Beware on any terms to use unlawful means, as Ahaziah did, 2 King. 1. He consulted with the Divel for recovering his health 〈 ◊ 〉 such means will not cure thee;
Beware on any terms to use unlawful means, as Ahaziah did, 2 King. 1. He consulted with the devil for recovering his health 〈 ◊ 〉 such means will not cure thee;
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thy way and thy doings have procured those things unto thee. Ier. 4.18. Wherefore doth a living man complain? a man for the punishment of his sins. Lament. 3.39. It is a mercy thou art yet a living man, and hast any time allowed to thee for thy repentance:
thy Way and thy doings have procured those things unto thee. Jeremiah 4.18. Wherefore does a living man complain? a man for the punishment of his Sins. Lament. 3.39. It is a mercy thou art yet a living man, and hast any time allowed to thee for thy Repentance:
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Patient Iob cursed the day of his birth. Iob 3.1. Ionah was very impatient at the time he had pain in his head and faintness in his heart, Ionah 4 8, 9. good Ezechias had his own fit also, Isa. 38.13. as a Lyon he will break all my bones.
Patient Job cursed the day of his birth. Job 3.1. Jonah was very impatient At the time he had pain in his head and faintness in his heart, Jonah 4 8, 9. good Hezekiah had his own fit also, Isaiah 38.13. as a lion he will break all my bones.
They recollect themselves, they mourn and chatter for their impatience, they pray for patience, & resolve in the strength of the Lord to submit to his holy will for the measure of their sickness both in the degree and endurance of it:
They recollect themselves, they mourn and chatter for their impatience, they pray for patience, & resolve in the strength of the Lord to submit to his holy will for the measure of their sickness both in the degree and endurance of it:
Iob saith after the fit is gone, though he should kill me, yet will I trust in him. Iob 13.15. and Ezechias prayeth to God, and resolveth on patience and submission for time coming. Isa. 38.14.15. What shall I say? he hath both spoken unto me, and himself hath done it.
Job Says After the fit is gone, though he should kill me, yet will I trust in him. Job 13.15. and Hezekiah Prayeth to God, and resolves on patience and submission for time coming. Isaiah 38.14.15. What shall I say? he hath both spoken unto me, and himself hath done it.
Our heavenly Father spareth us in our fits of impatience, and beareth with us, as a tender-hearted Father beareth with his cankered childe in time of sickness:
Our heavenly Father spares us in our fits of impatience, and bears with us, as a tender-hearted Father bears with his cankered child in time of sickness:
Our wise Lord careth not for the flashes and flatterings of hypocrites and wicked men, when his heavy hand is upon them Psal 78.38. They did flatter him with their mouth:
Our wise Lord Careth not for the flashes and flatterings of Hypocrites and wicked men, when his heavy hand is upon them Psalm 78.38. They did flatter him with their Mouth:
Neither is he provoked to wrath by the sudden fits and unadvised out-breaking infirmities of his own dear children in time of heavy diseases. Psal. 103.13. Like as a Father pittieth his children, so the Lord pittieth them that fear him;
Neither is he provoked to wrath by the sudden fits and unadvised outbreaking infirmities of his own dear children in time of heavy diseases. Psalm 103.13. Like as a Father Pitieth his children, so the Lord Pitieth them that Fear him;
Our gracious God remembers and rewards for his Sons sake the purpose of their will and the affection of their heart but he forgiveth and forgetteth their infirmities & imperfections:
Our gracious God remembers and rewards for his Sons sake the purpose of their will and the affection of their heart but he forgiveth and forgetteth their infirmities & imperfections:
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As Patients recovered of a dangerous disease, should be very thankful to the Physitian, who did diligently and kindly attend them, notwithstanding their untowardness in the time:
As Patients recovered of a dangerous disease, should be very thankful to the physician, who did diligently and kindly attend them, notwithstanding their untowardness in the time:
Man is subject to a necessity of dying, therefore set not your hearts too much upon those things ye must sometimes leave; 1 Cor. 7.31. Ʋse the world as not abusing it;
Man is Subject to a necessity of dying, Therefore Set not your hearts too much upon those things you must sometime leave; 1 Cor. 7.31. Ʋse the world as not abusing it;
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The Apostle telleth us, the fashion of this world passeth away like a Stage-play (as the word imports) within the space of an 100. years (if the world endure so long) new Actors and Players will come upon the Stage;
The Apostle Telleth us, the fashion of this world passes away like a Stageplay (as the word imports) within the Molle of an 100. Years (if the world endure so long) new Actors and Players will come upon the Stage;
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you would think that Son foolish and evil-advised, who being sent by his Father to travel for a short time in a strange countrey, should marry there without his Fathers consent, in a place which he must leave,
you would think that Son foolish and evil-advised, who being sent by his Father to travel for a short time in a strange country, should marry there without his Father's consent, in a place which he must leave,
and shall we be so foolish and unadvised as to espouse our hearts to the world? For who can tell how soon the Lord may send his messenger death for us,
and shall we be so foolish and unadvised as to espouse our hearts to the world? For who can tell how soon the Lord may send his Messenger death for us,
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and sentence us with an eternal divorce, because our hearts went a whoring from him after strange lovers. 2. Let us not be proud of any thing we enjoy in this present world;
and sentence us with an Eternal divorce, Because our hearts went a whoring from him After strange lovers. 2. Let us not be proud of any thing we enjoy in this present world;
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The Romans of old did put a Sergeant in the triumphal Chariot to keep the triumphing Conqueror amidst all his triumph within the bounds of moderation and sobriety of spirit, by crying to him, Memento te esse mortalem, Remember thou art a mortal man:
The Romans of old did put a sergeant in the triumphal Chariot to keep the triumphing Conqueror amid all his triumph within the bounds of moderation and sobriety of Spirit, by crying to him, Memento te esse mortalem, remember thou art a Mortal man:
it is well known some Jews of the greater and better sort had their sepulchers in their gardens, that in the midst of their pleasures they might be mindful of death:
it is well known Some jews of the greater and better sort had their sepulchers in their gardens, that in the midst of their pleasures they might be mindful of death:
The thoughts of it were as water to their wine, for preserving them from surfeit and drunkenness with worldly cares and pleasures. This doctrine serveth for exhortation:
The thoughts of it were as water to their wine, for preserving them from surfeit and Drunkenness with worldly Cares and pleasures. This Doctrine serves for exhortation:
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seeing sin hath brought on man a necessary subjection unto death, it is the wisdom and duty of every person to be preparing for their change, this is a duty required both of young and old;
seeing since hath brought on man a necessary subjection unto death, it is the Wisdom and duty of every person to be preparing for their change, this is a duty required both of young and old;
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And the head that is like a wheel, eminent and conspicuous above other members, as the wheel is above the cistern, it will be broken and laid in the dust;
And the head that is like a wheel, eminent and conspicuous above other members, as the wheel is above the cistern, it will be broken and laid in the dust;
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what should those do who are of riper years, and by course of nature neerer to the end of their journey? should not such prepare for their removal, as Job did, Job. 14.14. All the days of my appointed time will I wait, till my change come: Consider 1. The necessity of death is inevitable;
what should those doe who Are of riper Years, and by course of nature nearer to the end of their journey? should not such prepare for their removal, as Job did, Job. 14.14. All the days of my appointed time will I wait, till my change come: Consider 1. The necessity of death is inevitable;
Therefore number to thy self not years, but days, and count every day as thy last day. Psal. 90.12. So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom:
Therefore number to thy self not Years, but days, and count every day as thy last day. Psalm 90.12. So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto Wisdom:
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and is not this a special point of wisdom to foresee, the plague, and hide our selves under the shadow of Christ and the merit of his death from the curse of death? Prov. 22.3. A prudent man, foreseeth the evil and hideth himself, but the simple pass on and are punished:
and is not this a special point of Wisdom to foresee, the plague, and hide our selves under the shadow of christ and the merit of his death from the curse of death? Curae 22.3. A prudent man, Foreseeth the evil and Hideth himself, but the simple pass on and Are punished:
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and die before the evening. 2 King. 4.18. Old Eli went out in good health in the morning, but dyed before the evening, 1 Sam 4.18. Object. But how shall I be prepared for death.
and die before the evening. 2 King. 4.18. Old Eli went out in good health in the morning, but died before the evening, 1 Same 4.18. Object. But how shall I be prepared for death.
for if thou dyest in thy impenitency, having God thy adversary, consider in time what will be thy fear and confusion in the day of thy appearing before his tribunal:
for if thou Dies in thy impenitency, having God thy adversary, Consider in time what will be thy Fear and confusion in the day of thy appearing before his tribunal:
so known sins unrepented of, put soul and body in a flame of unquenchable fire: thus it was with that miserable rich man, Luke 16.24. Delay not thy repentance and the seeking of thy remission till thou art on thy death bed:
so known Sins unrepented of, put soul and body in a flame of unquenchable fire: thus it was with that miserable rich man, Lycia 16.24. delay not thy Repentance and the seeking of thy remission till thou art on thy death Bed:
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would ye not think that malefactor a careless fool, and unnatural to himself, who should delay to seek his remission unto the very day he were taken out of prison to the place of execution? though God hath promised mercy to him that repenteth,
would you not think that Malefactor a careless fool, and unnatural to himself, who should Delay to seek his remission unto the very day he were taken out of prison to the place of execution? though God hath promised mercy to him that Repenteth,
The sluggard foldeth his hands, and saith yet a little sleep, a little slumber, and his poverty cometh as an armed man: he cannot resist it. Prov. 24.34. so it is with a careless Professor, who sleepeth over his days, and hath not a thought of death, till it be at door:
The sluggard foldeth his hands, and Says yet a little sleep, a little slumber, and his poverty comes as an armed man: he cannot resist it. Curae 24.34. so it is with a careless Professor, who Sleepeth over his days, and hath not a Thought of death, till it be At door:
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and such a man not guarded by the shield of faith into the righteousness of Jesus Christ, is confounded and overcome as a naked souldier with fear at the very sight of death:
and such a man not guarded by the shield of faith into the righteousness of jesus christ, is confounded and overcome as a naked soldier with Fear At the very sighed of death:
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therefore delay not, but in time confess thy debts unto God, seek thy discharge and acquittance in the blood of Christ, who is the surety of the new Covenant.
Therefore Delay not, but in time confess thy debts unto God, seek thy discharge and acquittance in the blood of christ, who is the surety of the new Covenant.
Labour by faith in the charter and Covenant of grace for a sight of that great salvation purchased by the death of Jesus, that at thy death with old Simeon thou mayst say and sing that Swan-like song, Mine eyes have seen thy salvation:
Labour by faith in the charter and Covenant of grace for a sighed of that great salvation purchased by the death of jesus, that At thy death with old Simeon thou Mayest say and sing that Swanlike song, Mine eyes have seen thy salvation:
It was Hezekiah his great comfort in his sickness and apprehension of death 2 Kings 20 3. I have walked before thee in truth, and with a perfect heart;
It was Hezekiah his great Comfort in his sickness and apprehension of death 2 Kings 20 3. I have walked before thee in truth, and with a perfect heart;
when a man at that time is become like old Barzillai through age and debility. 2 Sam. 19.35. his senses of seeing, tasting and hearing fail him, yet even at that time the relish of a good conscience will most refresh him. 3. Be thou prepared as the wise virgins were to meet the bridegroom, not only with light in their lamps (as the foolish virgins were also) but with oyl in their vessels;
when a man At that time is become like old Barzillai through age and debility. 2 Sam. 19.35. his Senses of seeing, tasting and hearing fail him, yet even At that time the relish of a good conscience will most refresh him. 3. Be thou prepared as the wise Virgins were to meet the bridegroom, not only with Light in their lamps (as the foolish Virgins were also) but with oil in their vessels;
and life eternal is prepared for thee. 1 Cor. 2.9. Eye hath not seen, ear hath not heard, neither can it enter into the heart of man to conceive, what God hath prepared for them that love him. And 1 Joh. 3.14. By this we know that we have passed from death to life, because we love the Brethren:
and life Eternal is prepared for thee. 1 Cor. 2.9. Eye hath not seen, ear hath not herd, neither can it enter into the heart of man to conceive, what God hath prepared for them that love him. And 1 John 3.14. By this we know that we have passed from death to life, Because we love the Brothers:
for he that loveth not his brother, abideth in death, 1 Joh. 3.15. That rigid and merciless servant who had no pity on his fellow servant, was cast into prison:
for he that loves not his brother, Abideth in death, 1 John 3.15. That rigid and merciless servant who had no pity on his fellow servant, was cast into prison:
So (saith our Lord) our heavenly father will do unto us, if we from our hearts forgive not every one his brother their trespasses. Mat. 18.33.4. We should be prepared as good and faithful servants, waiting for the return of their absent Lord. Luke 12.36. Having their loyns girded, and watching.
So (Says our Lord) our heavenly father will do unto us, if we from our hearts forgive not every one his brother their Trespasses. Mathew 18.33.4. We should be prepared as good and faithful Servants, waiting for the return of their absent Lord. Luke 12.36. Having their loins girded, and watching.
In those Eastern countreys, the servants for their better expediting business at home, or their Journeys abroad did gird up their long cloaths, that they should not entangle their feet and retard them in their course.
In those Eastern Countries', the Servants for their better expediting business At home, or their Journeys abroad did gird up their long clothes, that they should not entangle their feet and retard them in their course.
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The Apostle Eph. 6. speaketh of the girdle of truth and sincerity when our affections are taken off from things earthly, trussed up, united together, and set on God;
The Apostle Ephesians 6. speaks of the girdle of truth and sincerity when our affections Are taken off from things earthly, trussed up, united together, and Set on God;
will ye say such a man hath any mind to remove? so a worldly-minded man that spendeth his time and strength of spirit upon this present world, who speaketh not to God in time by prayer for that eternal house in heaven, that sendeth not his heart before him as a part of his heavenly furniture, such a man is not prepared for removal out of this world;
will you say such a man hath any mind to remove? so a worldly-minded man that spendeth his time and strength of Spirit upon this present world, who speaks not to God in time by prayer for that Eternal house in heaven, that sends not his heart before him as a part of his heavenly furniture, such a man is not prepared for removal out of this world;
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at death the worldly man who had his full heaven in a full barn, his soul was taken from him, Luke 12.20. The worldly-minded man, unless he repent and become heavenly-minded, doth in some respect die a violent death:
At death the worldly man who had his full heaven in a full barn, his soul was taken from him, Lycia 12.20. The worldly-minded man, unless he Repent and become heavenly-minded, does in Some respect die a violent death:
as thou watchest over thy own heart and ways, so watch and long after the coming of the Lord Jesus Christ and this longing for death out of a love to be with him, is a sure evidence of a soul well prepared for death. 2 Tim. 4.8. The Lord will give a Crown of righteousness, not to me only, but to them also who love his appearing.
as thou watchest over thy own heart and ways, so watch and long After the coming of the Lord jesus christ and this longing for death out of a love to be with him, is a sure evidence of a soul well prepared for death. 2 Tim. 4.8. The Lord will give a Crown of righteousness, not to me only, but to them also who love his appearing.
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Having spoken of the sting of death, we proceed to speak the cure, and of our deliverance from it, The Author of our deliverance and victory is the Lord Iesus Christ, the Captain of our salvation.
Having spoken of the sting of death, we proceed to speak the cure, and of our deliverance from it, The Author of our deliverance and victory is the Lord Iesus christ, the Captain of our salvation.
because such men as live to sin, and die in their guiltiness, go down by the first death to the second, into that bottomless pit, out of which there is no redemption.
Because such men as live to sin, and die in their guiltiness, go down by the First death to the second, into that bottomless pit, out of which there is no redemption.
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Jesus Christ our Lord by the merit of his death alone hath overcome death, and of a bitter enemy hath made death a comfortable friend to all who believe in him;
jesus christ our Lord by the merit of his death alone hath overcome death, and of a bitter enemy hath made death a comfortable friend to all who believe in him;
Neither hath he delivered us from being subject to sicknesses and alterations going before death; David complains, the pains of hell got hold upon him, Psal. 116.3. that is, extream pains in his body, and anxiety in his spirit;
Neither hath he Delivered us from being Subject to Sicknesses and alterations going before death; David complains, the pains of hell god hold upon him, Psalm 116.3. that is, extreme pains in his body, and anxiety in his Spirit;
This the Apostle cites, 1 Cor. 15.54. The Captain of our salvation upon the cross, as in an open and pitched battel did spoyl principalities and powers, Col. 2.15. One of these powers armed against us was death;
This the Apostle cites, 1 Cor. 15.54. The Captain of our salvation upon the cross, as in an open and pitched battle did spoil principalities and Powers, Col. 2.15. One of these Powers armed against us was death;
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as a valiant Conquerour takes away the weapons from a subdued enemy. 2. Jesus Christ our Lord hath freed us from the fear of death. Heb. 2.15. he was partaker of flesh and blood (he took upon him our nature) that he might deliver them who through the fear of death were all their life time subject to bondage;
as a valiant Conqueror Takes away the weapons from a subdued enemy. 2. jesus christ our Lord hath freed us from the Fear of death. Hebrew 2.15. he was partaker of Flesh and blood (he took upon him our nature) that he might deliver them who through the Fear of death were all their life time Subject to bondage;
It is true, sometimes men may fear even a naked enemy, but they have no cause, seeing he cannot harm them so some of Gods dear children at a time may exceed in the fear of death,
It is true, sometime men may Fear even a naked enemy, but they have no cause, seeing he cannot harm them so Some of God's dear children At a time may exceed in the Fear of death,
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neither would they be so afraid, if they were strong in the faith of Jesus Christ, who hath disarmed death. 3. Our Lord hath delivered us from the curse of death, that to us the first death is not a dreadful passage to the second; Ioh. 3.16.
neither would they be so afraid, if they were strong in the faith of jesus christ, who hath disarmed death. 3. Our Lord hath Delivered us from the curse of death, that to us the First death is not a dreadful passage to the second; John 3.16.
God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him, should not perish, but have eternal life. Rev. 14.13. Blessed are they that die in the Lord, that henceforth they may rest from their labours.
God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever Believeth in him, should not perish, but have Eternal life. Rev. 14.13. Blessed Are they that die in the Lord, that henceforth they may rest from their labours.
Our Lords death is like to that salt that purged and sweetned the naughty waters of Jericho 2 Kings 2.21. and like the meal cast into the pot, wherein was the bitter herb: 2 Kings 4.41.
Our lords death is like to that salt that purged and sweetened the naughty waters of Jericho 2 Kings 2.21. and like the meal cast into the pot, wherein was the bitter herb: 2 Kings 4.41.
Our Lord in a gracious dispensation turneth the bodily sickness of his own children into a spiritual medicine for purging an humorous and distempered soul:
Our Lord in a gracious Dispensation turns the bodily sickness of his own children into a spiritual medicine for purging an humorous and distempered soul:
The wise Master-builder useth sickness as a sharp edged tool for polishing the body for the inhabitation of the Spirit, that it may be a temple prepared:
The wise Master-builder uses sickness as a sharp edged tool for polishing the body for the inhabitation of the Spirit, that it may be a temple prepared:
and will not fade, but ever have a beautiful lustre: It is for this their soul doth groan and long 2 Cor. 5.2. In this we groan, earnestly desiring to be clothed upon with our house, which is from heaven.
and will not fade, but ever have a beautiful lustre: It is for this their soul does groan and long 2 Cor. 5.2. In this we groan, earnestly desiring to be clothed upon with our house, which is from heaven.
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Object. But is not the punishment of sin as well as the fault taken away in our Justification by the blood of Jesus? how comes it to pass that the children of God notwithstanding the forgiveness of their sins, are yet punished by temporal death?
Object. But is not the punishment of since as well as the fault taken away in our Justification by the blood of jesus? how comes it to pass that the children of God notwithstanding the forgiveness of their Sins, Are yet punished by temporal death?
2. That which is sent and turned by God into a blessing is not inflicted in wrath but death is turned into a blessing to the children of God. Rev. 14.13. it is a passage unto their eternal rest in their countrey that is above:
2. That which is sent and turned by God into a blessing is not inflicted in wrath but death is turned into a blessing to the children of God. Rev. 14.13. it is a passage unto their Eternal rest in their country that is above:
3. That which which is precious in the eyes of the Lord, is not inflicted in wrath for precious things are testimonies of love, and not evidences of wrath:
3. That which which is precious in the eyes of the Lord, is not inflicted in wrath for precious things Are testimonies of love, and not evidences of wrath:
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As in that ordination of the first death to be a passage unto eternal death, which in Gods purpose is ordained and in justice executed on the wicked It is true death wil be bitter in the pains of it even to the godly,
As in that ordination of the First death to be a passage unto Eternal death, which in God's purpose is ordained and in Justice executed on the wicked It is true death will be bitter in the pains of it even to the godly,
but as a medicine, that though it be painful for a time, yet he may have stronger health in time to come So after the bitterness of death is passed, the children of God get confirmed health and salvation in the kingdom of heaven.
but as a medicine, that though it be painful for a time, yet he may have Stronger health in time to come So After the bitterness of death is passed, the children of God get confirmed health and salvation in the Kingdom of heaven.
for our justification, yet we are bound thereto for this end that by our obedience we may testifie our thankfulness to the Lord our creator and redeemer:
for our justification, yet we Are bound thereto for this end that by our Obedience we may testify our thankfulness to the Lord our creator and redeemer:
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likewise in our Lords passive obedience, his end was to satisfie for our guiltiness and obligation to punishment but a special end in all our sufferings, is that we may be conformable to the Lord our head. Rom 8.29.
likewise in our lords passive Obedience, his end was to satisfy for our guiltiness and obligation to punishment but a special end in all our sufferings, is that we may be conformable to the Lord our head. Rom 8.29.
when the children of God have deep apprehensions of death, and but weak apprehensions of Iesus Christ, and of eternal life by him then is their eye fixed on the bitter potion, which breeds astonishment,
when the children of God have deep apprehensions of death, and but weak apprehensions of Iesus christ, and of Eternal life by him then is their eye fixed on the bitter potion, which breeds astonishment,
but a vigorous faith into Gods special presence, though it do not altogether expel, yet will it moderate and regulate our natural fear of death. Psal. 23.4.
but a vigorous faith into God's special presence, though it do not altogether expel, yet will it moderate and regulate our natural Fear of death. Psalm 23.4.
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This doctrine serves to rouse & raise our hearts unto the duty of Thankfulness: Thanks be to God who giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.
This Doctrine serves to rouse & raise our hearts unto the duty of Thankfulness: Thanks be to God who gives us the victory through our Lord jesus christ.
how then is Davids Lord and ours to be praised, who hath overcome innumerable thousands at death in the behalf of his elect and redeemed ones? As Sampson killed many at his death,
how then is Davids Lord and ours to be praised, who hath overcome innumerable thousands At death in the behalf of his elect and redeemed ones? As Sampson killed many At his death,
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and our feet from falling into that bottomless gulph, out of which there is no returning? Amongst the Heathen, in whose hearts were engraven by the finger of nature some dim lines of the law of gratitude, If any man in time of battel had rescued and saved a Roman Citizen, he was adorned with a new oaken crown or garland, and highly praised:
and our feet from falling into that bottomless gulf, out of which there is no returning? among the Heathen, in whose hearts were engraven by the finger of nature Some dim lines of the law of gratitude, If any man in time of battle had rescued and saved a Roman Citizen, he was adorned with a new oaken crown or garland, and highly praised:
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how then should we, for whom, and before whom Christ was, and is crucified, praise him, who rescueth us from the power of death and prevents us with mercy that we are not sent from death into hell? The people of Israel did sing the high praises of the Lord for dividing the red sea, for bringing them through it,
how then should we, for whom, and before whom christ was, and is Crucified, praise him, who rescueth us from the power of death and prevents us with mercy that we Are not sent from death into hell? The people of Israel did sing the high praises of the Lord for dividing the read sea, for bringing them through it,
how then should we praise our Lord, who in his infinite power, unsearchable wisdom, and rich mercy, hath made a way for us through the deep of his sufferings into that heavenly rest? as at the Priests entering the river Jordan, Iosh. 4. it divided and gave way to the people of God to pass over:
how then should we praise our Lord, who in his infinite power, unsearchable Wisdom, and rich mercy, hath made a Way for us through the deep of his sufferings into that heavenly rest? as At the Priests entering the river Jordan, Joshua 4. it divided and gave Way to the people of God to pass over:
for doing whereof I propose these ensuing motives. 1. Because in the sickness of the children of God his wisdom is made manifest, ordering the sickness of their bodies for the healing of their souls. Rom 8.28. All things work together for good to them that love him;
for doing whereof I propose these ensuing motives. 1. Because in the sickness of the children of God his Wisdom is made manifest, ordering the sickness of their bodies for the healing of their Souls. Rom 8.28. All things work together for good to them that love him;
if the child of God recover, his sickness bringeth forth the peaceable fruit of righteousness: Heb. 12.11. that is to say, a near and closer conformity to the will of God, the supreme Law of all righteousness, which righteousness and endeavour of conformity to the will of God bringeth forth peace of conscience as a sweet and pleasant fruit;
if the child of God recover, his sickness brings forth the peaceable fruit of righteousness: Hebrew 12.11. that is to say, a near and closer conformity to the will of God, the supreme Law of all righteousness, which righteousness and endeavour of conformity to the will of God brings forth peace of conscience as a sweet and pleasant fruit;
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and hath promised that our afflictions, though grievous for the present, shall bring forth the peaceable fruit of righteousness, Heb. 12.11. If we endure trials, we shall receive the Crown of life, Iam. 1.12. Some in Gods preventing mercy have been drawn to God by their sickness:
and hath promised that our afflictions, though grievous for the present, shall bring forth the peaceable fruit of righteousness, Hebrew 12.11. If we endure trials, we shall receive the Crown of life, Iam. 1.12. some in God's preventing mercy have been drawn to God by their sickness:
and setteth his Image and superscription upon them in the legible characters of true holiness and righteousness. 2. Because he maketh his loving kindness and indulgency manifest to his own children in time of their sickness:
and sets his Image and superscription upon them in the legible characters of true holiness and righteousness. 2. Because he makes his loving kindness and indulgency manifest to his own children in time of their sickness:
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and his sensible strength in the inward man upholding them under the burthen of a sick body? These glances of his countenance and favour, are as cordials to keep their hearts from fainting:
and his sensible strength in the inward man upholding them under the burden of a sick body? These glances of his countenance and favour, Are as cordials to keep their hearts from fainting:
Thus did the Lord visit his servant David. Psa. 31.7. Thou hast considered my trouble, thou hast visited my soul in adversities, and Paul 2 Cor. 1.4. He comforteth us in all our tribulation.
Thus did the Lord visit his servant David. Psa. 31.7. Thou hast considered my trouble, thou hast visited my soul in adversities, and Paul 2 Cor. 1.4. He comforts us in all our tribulation.
and consider with thy self the Lords preventing mercy in preserving thee at such a time from many sins, whereinto thou mightest have fallen if thou hadst enioyed health and liberty to go up and down a world full of snares;
and Consider with thy self the lords preventing mercy in preserving thee At such a time from many Sins, whereinto thou Mightest have fallen if thou Hadst enjoyed health and liberty to go up and down a world full of snares;
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such are not only soul-sick, but dead while they live in that base element of noysome lusts. 1 Tim. 5.6. but the children of God living to him in their sickness, have healthful souls in sick bodyes:
such Are not only soul-sick, but dead while they live in that base element of noisome Lustiest. 1 Tim. 5.6. but the children of God living to him in their sickness, have healthful Souls in sick bodies:
when they look to deaths pale and gastly face, but when in their second and better thoughts, they consider death hath no power nor weapon wherewith to hurt them, this doth raise and comfort their drooping spirits;
when they look to death's pale and ghastly face, but when in their second and better thoughts, they Consider death hath no power nor weapon wherewith to hurt them, this does raise and Comfort their drooping spirits;
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and upon this account I may say to the child of God, as the two faithful spies said to the Children of Israel, affrighted with apprehensions of strong and mighty enemies in the way unto their promised rest, Num. 14.9 Their defence is departed from them,
and upon this account I may say to the child of God, as the two faithful spies said to the Children of Israel, affrighted with apprehensions of strong and mighty enemies in the Way unto their promised rest, Num. 14.9 Their defence is departed from them,
so the children of God at their entring into the valley of death, and border of eternity, receive of the first fruits of eternal life, peace in their consciences,
so the children of God At their entering into the valley of death, and border of eternity, receive of the First fruits of Eternal life, peace in their Consciences,
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but rather learn, as David, to make good use of former kindness: first to praise him, Psal 71.6. By thee have I been holden up from the womb, my praise shall be continually of thee:
but rather Learn, as David, to make good use of former kindness: First to praise him, Psalm 71.6. By thee have I been held up from the womb, my praise shall be continually of thee:
A man returning from a strange and poor countrey to his own home, and in place of base mettal which he leaves behind him, receiving a bill of exchange to be answered in gold,
A man returning from a strange and poor country to his own home, and in place of base metal which he leaves behind him, receiving a bill of exchange to be answered in gold,
so the believer at death upon the account of Gods true and faithful promise made to him in place of empty and perishing riches, receiveth in heaven solid and durable riches, in place of honour worldly, that is like the inconstant wind, he gets his adoption manifested to him,
so the believer At death upon the account of God's true and faithful promise made to him in place of empty and perishing riches, receives in heaven solid and durable riches, in place of honour worldly, that is like the inconstant wind, he gets his adoption manifested to him,
God himself, infinite in greatness, goodness, beauty, and all perfection, will replenish our house there with his own presence, wherein is fulness of joy and pleasures for ever. Psal. 16.11. Compare I pray you our happy being with Christ after death, and our being in the miseries of this life:
God himself, infinite in greatness, Goodness, beauty, and all perfection, will replenish our house there with his own presence, wherein is fullness of joy and pleasures for ever. Psalm 16.11. Compare I pray you our happy being with christ After death, and our being in the misery's of this life:
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at the best here we are but Pilgrims: and is it not best for a Pilgrim to be at home in his fathers house? we may and should as Pilgrims resolve for hard and unkindly entertainment in this strange world:
At the best Here we Are but Pilgrim's: and is it not best for a Pilgrim to be At home in his Father's house? we may and should as Pilgrim's resolve for hard and unkindly entertainment in this strange world:
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and freedom from this body of sin, and inordinate concupiscence, which like a troubled sea raised up with the winds of temptations, doth cast up mire and dirt:
and freedom from this body of since, and inordinate concupiscence, which like a troubled sea raised up with the winds of temptations, does cast up mire and dirt:
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is it not therefore best to be there, where all tears will be wiped from our eyes? Rev. 21.4. 2. It is best to be in heaven with Christ, if we compare the small beginnings of glory here with that cempleat glory and hapiness there:
is it not Therefore best to be there, where all tears will be wiped from our eyes? Rev. 21.4. 2. It is best to be in heaven with christ, if we compare the small beginnings of glory Here with that cempleat glory and happiness there:
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but what is the earnest penny in comparison of that full sum of glory which cannot be conceived or numbred by the heart of man here? And what is the handful of the first fruits in comparison of the full harvest of Joy in heaven? I grant the earnest should comfort and encourage us in the assured expectation of the full bargain of happiness,
but what is the earnest penny in comparison of that full sum of glory which cannot be conceived or numbered by the heart of man Here? And what is the handful of the First fruits in comparison of the full harvest of Joy in heaven? I grant the earnest should Comfort and encourage us in the assured expectation of the full bargain of happiness,
And the first fruits, some grains of peace and joy bestowed on us here, should comfort us in the hope of that full joy there, that shall never be taken from us:
And the First fruits, Some grains of peace and joy bestowed on us Here, should Comfort us in the hope of that full joy there, that shall never be taken from us:
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The same was a ground of the Apostle his willingness to be dissolved, and of his confidence to be eternally happy after his dissolution. 2 Cor. 5.6, 8. He hath given unto us the earnest of the spirit:
The same was a ground of the Apostle his willingness to be dissolved, and of his confidence to be eternally happy After his dissolution. 2 Cor. 5.6, 8. He hath given unto us the earnest of the Spirit:
when we look with the eye of sense and experience beside us, Our Ioseph sendeth some provision of faith and hope to hold in the life of grace by the way;
when we look with the eye of sense and experience beside us, Our Ioseph sends Some provision of faith and hope to hold in the life of grace by the Way;
he hath gone before us, prepared all happiness for us, and in his own good time doth send his holy Angels to convoy our souls at death unto that eternal house in heaven, not made with hands:
he hath gone before us, prepared all happiness for us, and in his own good time does send his holy Angels to convoy our Souls At death unto that Eternal house in heaven, not made with hands:
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The sight and knowledge of this made the Apostle to groan in his spirit, and long for it. 2 Cor. 5.1, 2. As one dwelling for a time in a strait, dark,
The sighed and knowledge of this made the Apostle to groan in his Spirit, and long for it. 2 Cor. 5.1, 2. As one Dwelling for a time in a strait, dark,
Many temptations, like rain dropping in through the open and ill-guarded organs of our senses; And also many wicked men do compass us like Bees, to sting us;
Many temptations, like rain dropping in through the open and ill-guarded organs of our Senses; And also many wicked men do compass us like Bees, to sting us;
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but in that house and happy condition above there is largeness of spirit, and freedom from all molestation, full light and knowledge stability, perpetual in grace and glory, above the rain and wind of temptations;
but in that house and happy condition above there is largeness of Spirit, and freedom from all molestation, full Light and knowledge stability, perpetual in grace and glory, above the rain and wind of temptations;
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Therefore from all these considerations we must and should conclude, it is best to be dissolved and to be with Christ, with whom our life is hid in God.
Therefore from all these considerations we must and should conclude, it is best to be dissolved and to be with christ, with whom our life is hid in God.
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and pray to God for recovery? Answ. I answer, no doubt he may, so did David, Psal. 39.13. and Ezekias, Is. 38. but desire of life should be well qualified.
and pray to God for recovery? Answer I answer, no doubt he may, so did David, Psalm 39.13. and Ezekias, Is. 38. but desire of life should be well qualified.
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2. It must be out of a serious intention and resolution to honour the God of thy life, by bringing forth the fruits of righteousness after thy sickness, that all who know thee, may praise thy God, not only in his power manifested in thy bodily recovery,
2. It must be out of a serious intention and resolution to honour the God of thy life, by bringing forth the fruits of righteousness After thy sickness, that all who know thee, may praise thy God, not only in his power manifested in thy bodily recovery,
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To this purpose Augustine doth argue well, that Cato and Lucretia were both of weak spirits, in so far as they could not bear those disgraces, wherein they were innocent sufferers,
To this purpose Augustine does argue well, that Cato and Lucretia were both of weak spirits, in so Far as they could not bear those disgraces, wherein they were innocent sufferers,
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But the main ground wherein riseth and standeth the desire of Gods children to be dissolved is this, that they may be delivered from the burthen and bondage of indwelling corruption,
But the main ground wherein Riseth and Stands the desire of God's children to be dissolved is this, that they may be Delivered from the burden and bondage of indwelling corruption,
THe great priviledge of the glorious resurrection of our bodies, is also a sweet refreshing stream flowing out from the fulness of Christ his love, merit, and power, 1 Cor. 15.22. Since by man came death, by man came also the resurrection of the dead;
THe great privilege of the glorious resurrection of our bodies, is also a sweet refreshing stream flowing out from the fullness of christ his love, merit, and power, 1 Cor. 15.22. Since by man Come death, by man Come also the resurrection of the dead;
so we are put in the possession of it by our Lord at his second coming, Philip. 3.21. he shall change our vile body, that it may be fashioned according to his glorious body.
so we Are put in the possession of it by our Lord At his second coming, Philip. 3.21. he shall change our vile body, that it may be fashioned according to his glorious body.
1. The certainty of the resurrection of the body, The hour is coming: Our Lords Disciples and hearers marvelled when they heard of the Mysterie of the first resurrection whereof our Lord was speaking, that those who were yet dead in their sins and trespasses should be quickned by the word and Spirit;
1. The certainty of the resurrection of the body, The hour is coming: Our lords Disciples and hearers marveled when they herd of the Mystery of the First resurrection whereof our Lord was speaking, that those who were yet dead in their Sins and Trespasses should be quickened by the word and Spirit;
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for the counsel of the Lord shall stand, and he shall do all his pleasure; Isa. 46.10. The resurrection of the body is most certain in both respects.
for the counsel of the Lord shall stand, and he shall do all his pleasure; Isaiah 46.10. The resurrection of the body is most certain in both respects.
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1. It is foretold and revealed by the holy Spirit in the Scriptures both of the Old and New Testament, in that NONLATINALPHABET, first Gospel, preached by God himself in Paradise, Gen. 3.15. the seed of the woman shall bruise the head of the Serpent, that is destroy all his works:
1. It is foretold and revealed by the holy Spirit in the Scriptures both of the Old and New Testament, in that, First Gospel, preached by God himself in Paradise, Gen. 3.15. the seed of the woman shall bruise the head of the Serpent, that is destroy all his works:
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Because God is the God of the whole man, and man is not whole without the body; Iob 19.25. I know my Redeemer liveth, and that he shall stand at the latter day upon the earth:
Because God is the God of the Whole man, and man is not Whole without the body; Job 19.25. I know my Redeemer lives, and that he shall stand At the latter day upon the earth:
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whom I shall see my self, and mine eyes shall behold, and not another; Iob is confident of his resurrection in the same individual body, Psal. 17.15. I shall be satisfied ▪ when I awake with thy likeness;
whom I shall see my self, and mine eyes shall behold, and not Another; Job is confident of his resurrection in the same Individu body, Psalm 17.15. I shall be satisfied ▪ when I awake with thy likeness;
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And this is by delivering our bodies from the captivity of the grave, wherein death and corruption for a time had power over them. Isa. 66.14. Your bones shall flourish like an herb;
And this is by delivering our bodies from the captivity of the grave, wherein death and corruption for a time had power over them. Isaiah 66.14. Your bones shall flourish like an herb;
The Son of righteousness at his return will revive them, and make them spring forth in fresh and lively colours by the effectual influence of his mighty power, Dan. 12.2. Many of them that sleep in the dust shall awake, some to everlasting life, and some to shame and everlasting contempt;
The Son of righteousness At his return will revive them, and make them spring forth in fresh and lively colours by the effectual influence of his mighty power, Dan. 12.2. Many of them that sleep in the dust shall awake, Some to everlasting life, and Some to shame and everlasting contempt;
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It is certain also from the divine Oracles of the New Testament, Math. 12.41. The Ninevites shall rise in Iudgement, Ioh. 11.24. I am the resurrection and the life, saith our Lord, Act. 24.25. Paul preacheth before Foelix of the Iudgement to come, and if there will be a Judgement, certainly the resurrection of the body must precede, that the persons to be judged may give appearance before the Judgement Seat;
It is certain also from the divine Oracles of the New Testament, Math. 12.41. The Ninevites shall rise in Judgement, John 11.24. I am the resurrection and the life, Says our Lord, Act. 24.25. Paul Preacheth before Felix of the Judgement to come, and if there will be a Judgement, Certainly the resurrection of the body must precede, that the Persons to be judged may give appearance before the Judgement Seat;
so it is immutably certain, in respect it is so appointed by God in his eternal counsel and decree, which cannot be altered, Act. 10 42. God hath commanded us to preach that Jesus Christ is he which was ordained of God to be the Judge of quick and dead;
so it is immutably certain, in respect it is so appointed by God in his Eternal counsel and Decree, which cannot be altered, Act. 10 42. God hath commanded us to preach that jesus christ is he which was ordained of God to be the Judge of quick and dead;
There cannot be a standing till first there be a raising from the dead, Act. 17.31. He hath appointed a day wherein he will Iudge the world in righteousness.
There cannot be a standing till First there be a raising from the dead, Act. 17.31. He hath appointed a day wherein he will Judge the world in righteousness.
That the resurrection of the body is possible and probable, the Apostle Paul proveth at large, 1 Cor. 15. from Gods power seen in things natural and obvious to sense,
That the resurrection of the body is possible and probable, the Apostle Paul Proves At large, 1 Cor. 15. from God's power seen in things natural and obvious to sense,
Do we not see that Alchymists out of divers herbs cast into one common Limbick, do extract those simple principles of which at first they were composed:
Do we not see that Alchemists out of diverse herbs cast into one Common Limbic, do extract those simple principles of which At First they were composed:
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This possibility of the resurrection is well inferred from his infinite power, but the certainty of it is concluded from his will and purpose revealed in holy Scriptures, which are infallibly true.
This possibility of the resurrection is well inferred from his infinite power, but the certainty of it is concluded from his will and purpose revealed in holy Scriptures, which Are infallibly true.
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This Doctrine serveth for admonition to all, who live within the verge of the Church of Christ, to be thankful to God, who of his good pleasure hath revealed to us this great mysterie hid from the wise men and great Philosophers in former ages;
This Doctrine serves for admonition to all, who live within the verge of the Church of christ, to be thankful to God, who of his good pleasure hath revealed to us this great mystery hid from the wise men and great Philosophers in former ages;
Plato in his Dialogue entituled Phaedo, saith, by deaths coming to a man, that which is in him immortal departeth freed from corruption, and giveth way to death.
Plato in his Dialogue entitled Phaedo, Says, by death's coming to a man, that which is in him immortal departeth freed from corruption, and gives Way to death.
Cicero in his Tusculan questions, lib. 1. saith it was a maxim inbred in the Antients, that man at death is not so taken away, that by it he is altogether destroyed and annihilated;
Cicero in his Tusculan questions, lib. 1. Says it was a maxim inbred in the Ancients, that man At death is not so taken away, that by it he is altogether destroyed and annihilated;
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And therefore Paul saith, Act. 26.8. Why should it be thought a thing incredible with you, that God should raise the dead? They measured Divine Mysteries by the short plummet of humane reason:
And Therefore Paul Says, Act. 26.8. Why should it be Thought a thing incredible with you, that God should raise the dead? They measured Divine Mysteres by the short plummet of humane reason:
Likewise from this ground, that of nothing, there can be nothing produced, they could not believe that Mysterie of the infinite power of God in the work of Creation;
Likewise from this ground, that of nothing, there can be nothing produced, they could not believe that Mystery of the infinite power of God in the work of Creation;
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in like manner, having their understandings prejudiced with this received maxim, that from a privation there cannot be any regress unto the habit, they could not assent to the Doctrine of the resurrection of the body;
in like manner, having their understandings prejudiced with this received maxim, that from a privation there cannot be any regress unto the habit, they could not assent to the Doctrine of the resurrection of the body;
Humane reason cannot reach Divine Mysteries, they are above its capacity, 1 Cor. 2.14. the only ground whereon rests our assent to such a Divine Mysterie, is the infallible testimony of God in holy Scripture;
Humane reason cannot reach Divine Mysteres, they Are above its capacity, 1 Cor. 2.14. the only ground whereon rests our assent to such a Divine Mystery, is the infallible testimony of God in holy Scripture;
but the Disciple of Iesus Christ, who hath captivated his thoughts unto the word of God, saith, credam ut intelligam, let me once believe that God hath spoken it,
but the Disciple of Iesus christ, who hath captivated his thoughts unto the word of God, Says, Creed ut intelligam, let me once believe that God hath spoken it,
when we consider the goodness of our God in revealing to us this great Mysterie hid from many of the wise in the world, let every one of us say with our blessed Lord, Math. 11.25, 26. I thank thee O Father, Lord of heaven and earth,
when we Consider the Goodness of our God in revealing to us this great Mystery hid from many of the wise in the world, let every one of us say with our blessed Lord, Math. 11.25, 26. I thank thee Oh Father, Lord of heaven and earth,
This was Iobs comfort in the day of his sore trouble, that in the same body he should rise and see God, Iob. 19.25, 26. It was the Apostles comfort, 1 Cor. 15.19. If in this life only we have hope in Christ, we are of all men most miserable;
This was Jobs Comfort in the day of his soar trouble, that in the same body he should rise and see God, Job 19.25, 26. It was the Apostles Comfort, 1 Cor. 15.19. If in this life only we have hope in christ, we Are of all men most miserable;
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so in all our troubles in the body, which are as a Sea-sickness in our passage towards our Country above, let us look by Faith to the certainty of the resurrection of the body;
so in all our Troubles in the body, which Are as a Sea-sickness in our passage towards our Country above, let us look by Faith to the certainty of the resurrection of the body;
What then will be the measure of thy comfort and joy, when in a glorified body thou shalt see the Son of God manifesting his glory and transcendent beauty in his body.
What then will be the measure of thy Comfort and joy, when in a glorified body thou shalt see the Son of God manifesting his glory and transcendent beauty in his body.
1. The mystical union of the bodies of Believers with Jesus Christ their head, and thou mayst be confident our Lord and glorious head will not want any part of his Mystical body; 1 Cor. 15.20. Christ is the first fruits of them that sleep;
1. The mystical Union of the bodies of Believers with jesus christ their head, and thou Mayest be confident our Lord and glorious head will not want any part of his Mystical body; 1 Cor. 15.20. christ is the First fruits of them that sleep;
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so the resurrection of Christ is a sure ground of hope and comfort for assuring us of the resurrection of our bodies; 1 Cor. 15.16. If the dead be not raised, then is not Christ raised.
so the resurrection of christ is a sure ground of hope and Comfort for assuring us of the resurrection of our bodies; 1 Cor. 15.16. If the dead be not raised, then is not christ raised.
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3. Consider the endurance of the Kingdom of the Mediator, in respect of the manner of the administration of it in this world; 1 Cor. 15.25. He must reign until he have put all his enemies under his feet;
3. Consider the endurance of the Kingdom of the Mediator, in respect of the manner of the administration of it in this world; 1 Cor. 15.25. He must Reign until he have put all his enemies under his feet;
Therefore thou that believest in Christ mayest dye with great comfort, and exult with Paul, 2 Tim. 1.12. I know whom I have believed, and I am perswaded he is able to keep that which I have committed to him against that day;
Therefore thou that Believest in christ Mayest die with great Comfort, and exult with Paul, 2 Tim. 1.12. I know whom I have believed, and I am persuaded he is able to keep that which I have committed to him against that day;
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we must neither slight and despise the chastisement of the Lord, nor be faint-hearted, when we are rebuked of the Lord, Heb. 12.5. The first is a brutish stupidity and Heathenish Apathie;
we must neither slight and despise the chastisement of the Lord, nor be fainthearted, when we Are rebuked of the Lord, Hebrew 12.5. The First is a brutish stupidity and Heathenish Apathy;
but let thy mourning be qualified and moderated with the comfort and hope of the resurrection, 1 Thes. 4.13. Sorrow not even as others which have no hope:
but let thy mourning be qualified and moderated with the Comfort and hope of the resurrection, 1 Thebes 4.13. Sorrow not even as Others which have no hope:
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what then should Christians say, who believe not only the immortality of the soul, but also the resurrection of the body? As in thy mourning thou makest conscience of natural affection to thy dear friend,
what then should Christians say, who believe not only the immortality of the soul, but also the resurrection of the body? As in thy mourning thou Makest conscience of natural affection to thy dear friend,
bless God, and rejoyce in this, thou knowest from the good Word of God thy friend is come safe to his Port, where the salvation of God will be a perpetual Bulwark against all troubles and storms.
bless God, and rejoice in this, thou Knowest from the good Word of God thy friend is come safe to his Port, where the salvation of God will be a perpetual Bulwark against all Troubles and storms.
Rizpah watched over the bodies of the Sons of Saul, and guarded them against the ravenous fouls of the ayr, 2 Sam. 21. And shall not the Lord, who is love it self, preserve the bodies of his own dear children against that day? the Lord had a care of the Prophets dead body, 1 King. 13.24.
Rizpah watched over the bodies of the Sons of Saul, and guarded them against the ravenous fouls of the air, 2 Sam. 21. And shall not the Lord, who is love it self, preserve the bodies of his own dear children against that day? the Lord had a care of the prophets dead body, 1 King. 13.24.
so in that day thou shalt see and know thy dear friends, but all in Christ: That superlative relation of being glorified fellow Members of his Mystical body, will swallow up all relations according to the flesh;
so in that day thou shalt see and know thy dear Friends, but all in christ: That superlative Relation of being glorified fellow Members of his Mystical body, will swallow up all relations according to the Flesh;
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as in a seed-plot, though the seeds be mixed there together in one place, yet the Sun in Spring time maketh several herbs to rise from thence, distinct one from another in stalk, flower, and fruits:
as in a seed-plot, though the seeds be mixed there together in one place, yet the Sun in Spring time makes several herbs to rise from thence, distinct one from Another in stalk, flower, and fruits:
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yet the Lord will raise from thence the several bodies, every one distinct from another in number and individual qualities; The same individual bodies that died will be raised,
yet the Lord will raise from thence the several bodies, every one distinct from Another in number and Individu qualities; The same Individu bodies that died will be raised,
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but bodies created anew on that day, cannot be said to have slept. 3. The Sea is said to render up the dead: Revel. 20.13. but if the bodies were anew created, there would be no rendering of the old.
but bodies created anew on that day, cannot be said to have slept. 3. The Sea is said to render up the dead: Revel. 20.13. but if the bodies were anew created, there would be no rendering of the old.
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Answ. No, because believers that are Members of his Mystical body, are only said to rise with him, Eph 2.6. and they are called the Children of the resurrection, Luc. 20.36. but he will raise the wicked by force as their Judge, by vertue of that •en•ence. Gen. 2.17. what day thou eatest of the forbidden fruit thou sh lt certainly dye, and that the sentence of the second death may be executed on them, they must be raised,;
Answer No, Because believers that Are Members of his Mystical body, Are only said to rise with him, Ephesians 2.6. and they Are called the Children of the resurrection, Luke 20.36. but he will raise the wicked by force as their Judge, by virtue of that •en•ence. Gen. 2.17. what day thou Eatest of the forbidden fruit thou sh Lt Certainly die, and that the sentence of the second death may be executed on them, they must be raised,;
So that their resurrection is a curse, and not a blessing to them But the Godly will be raised by Christ as their head, drawing all his Members unto himself by a full redemption from all their enemies, that he may be compleat in his body,
So that their resurrection is a curse, and not a blessing to them But the Godly will be raised by christ as their head, drawing all his Members unto himself by a full redemption from all their enemies, that he may be complete in his body,
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This Doctrine serveth for a seasonable wakening and warning unto secure sinners, who dishonor God here in the condition of their mortality by many vile sins committed in and by the body;
This Doctrine serves for a seasonable wakening and warning unto secure Sinners, who dishonour God Here in the condition of their mortality by many vile Sins committed in and by the body;
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It will be with thee that livest and dyest in thy impenitency, as it was with the Baker in the prison, Gen. 40. he was much disquieted in the morning with the remembrance of his sad dream in the night time;
It will be with thee that Livest and Dies in thy impenitency, as it was with the Baker in the prison, Gen. 40. he was much disquieted in the morning with the remembrance of his sad dream in the night time;
I require the senseless sinner to consider in time, if after thy yester-nights drunkenness or other wickedness, thy conscience hath smitten thee soundly, sometime after thy first sleep, in such a manner, that thou couldst get no rest for the lashings of it, which were as pricks in thy eyes, and thorns in thy sides;
I require the senseless sinner to Consider in time, if After thy yesternights Drunkenness or other wickedness, thy conscience hath smitten thee soundly, sometime After thy First sleep, in such a manner, that thou Couldst get no rest for the lashings of it, which were as pricks in thy eyes, and thorns in thy sides;
how thinkest thou thy conscience will torment thee in that day, wherein there will be no rest, no, not for a moment from extream and endless pains? then shall all thy sins be set before thee in the light of thy countenance:
how Thinkest thou thy conscience will torment thee in that day, wherein there will be no rest, no, not for a moment from extreme and endless pains? then shall all thy Sins be Set before thee in the Light of thy countenance:
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If Judas was so tormented with the sense of one horrid sin, to wit his treachery in betraying the Innocent, what will thy torment and desperate horrour be,
If Judas was so tormented with the sense of one horrid since, to wit his treachery in betraying the Innocent, what will thy torment and desperate horror be,
Therefore while it is called to day, harden not your hearts; but obey that Act. 3.19. Repent ye therefore, and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out, when the times of refreshing shall come from the presence of the Lord;
Therefore while it is called to day, harden not your hearts; but obey that Act. 3.19. repent you Therefore, and be converted, that your Sins may be blotted out, when the times of refreshing shall come from the presence of the Lord;
yet at the day of resurrection, the sentence of Absolution and Justification will be solemnly pronounced in that great Court of Jesus Christ, wherein it will be made known to Angels and men: when he will say to them on the right hand, come ye blessed of my Father, inherit the Kingdom prepared for you, Math. 25.24.
yet At the day of resurrection, the sentence of Absolution and Justification will be solemnly pronounced in that great Court of jesus christ, wherein it will be made known to Angels and men: when he will say to them on the right hand, come you blessed of my Father, inherit the Kingdom prepared for you, Math. 25.24.
yet the Lord in that day will gather all his Iewels, as men do their Gold out of the ruines of a burnt house, Revel. 20.13. the Sea gave up the dead that were in it, and hell and death gave up their dead;
yet the Lord in that day will gather all his Jewels, as men do their Gold out of the ruins of a burned house, Revel. 20.13. the Sea gave up the dead that were in it, and hell and death gave up their dead;
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So all the prison houses of the bodies of the Saints will be opened, and all the Jaylours must make open doors in that great day of our Lords glorious procession, that the prisoners of hope may come forth and be made partakers of that full redemption from the grave and corruption.
So all the prison houses of the bodies of the Saints will be opened, and all the Jailer must make open doors in that great day of our lords glorious procession, that the Prisoners of hope may come forth and be made partakers of that full redemption from the grave and corruption.
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Ob. But what say ye of those Anthropophagi•men eaters, doth not their flesh and blood consist of the bodies of men devoured by them? and if the substance eaten up by them shall be restored to the first owner then they themselves will have no proper substance of a body to be raised.
Ob. But what say you of those Anthropophagi•men eaters, does not their Flesh and blood consist of the bodies of men devoured by them? and if the substance eaten up by them shall be restored to the First owner then they themselves will have no proper substance of a body to be raised.
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we believe the matter, but as for the particular manner, we leave that to the power and wisdom of God, who can do above all that we can think, Eph. 3.20.
we believe the matter, but as for the particular manner, we leave that to the power and Wisdom of God, who can do above all that we can think, Ephesians 3.20.
(as it is in the original) according to which he will raise the dead; Philip. 3.21. he rent the vale of the Temple, he shattered the Rocks, and opened the graves at his death in his lowest condition:
(as it is in the original) according to which he will raise the dead; Philip. 3.21. he rend the vale of the Temple, he shattered the Rocks, and opened the graves At his death in his lowest condition:
since he was so powerful in the day of man when he was Judged? in this manner I take it with some sound Interpreters, not so much literally of an audible voice and material Trump,
since he was so powerful in the day of man when he was Judged? in this manner I take it with Some found Interpreters, not so much literally of an audible voice and material Trump,
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as to be spoken in an allusion to Kings, who in solemn processions to their great and high Courts of Justice, have their Heralds and Trumpeters going before them, at whose proclamation and sounding (as was the custom of Egypt, Gen. 41.43.) immediately all come out of their houses to behold the King in his state and glory,
as to be spoken in an allusion to Kings, who in solemn procession to their great and high Courts of justice, have their Heralds and Trumpeters going before them, At whose proclamation and sounding (as was the custom of Egypt, Gen. 41.43.) immediately all come out of their houses to behold the King in his state and glory,
And because the number of the wicked will exceed the number of the Godly, therefore it is said, Revel. 1.7. All kindreds of the earth shall wail because of him;
And Because the number of the wicked will exceed the number of the Godly, Therefore it is said, Revel. 1.7. All kindreds of the earth shall wail Because of him;
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As in raising Lazarus from the dead, our Lord cryed with a loud voice, Ioh. 11.43. Lazarus come forth; what he signified by this audible voice, he did work and execute by his invisible and mighty power;
As in raising Lazarus from the dead, our Lord cried with a loud voice, John 11.43. Lazarus come forth; what he signified by this audible voice, he did work and execute by his invisible and mighty power;
so together with that voice at his second coming, arise ye dead, and come to Iudgement, he will express his mighty and irresistible power in raising the dead;
so together with that voice At his second coming, arise you dead, and come to Judgement, he will express his mighty and irresistible power in raising the dead;
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The second coming of our Lord to raise the dead, will be with great glory, Majestie and power, Luc. 21.27. Then shall they see the Son of man coming in a cloud with power and great glory;
The second coming of our Lord to raise the dead, will be with great glory, Majesty and power, Luke 21.27. Then shall they see the Son of man coming in a cloud with power and great glory;
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and this manner of his coming I conceive in the most simple sense to be the same which is called the sign of the Son of man, Math. 24.30 And then shall appear the sign of the Son of man in heaven:
and this manner of his coming I conceive in the most simple sense to be the same which is called the Signen of the Son of man, Math. 24.30 And then shall appear the Signen of the Son of man in heaven:
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and coming immediately to Judge the world: Others take it to be that purging fire spoken of 2 Pet. 3.10. when the heaven like a garment infected from the contagion of the body of this inferiour world about which it was wrapped, is purged from that vanity whereunto it is made subject through mans sin, Rom. 8.22.
and coming immediately to Judge the world: Others take it to be that purging fire spoken of 2 Pet. 3.10. when the heaven like a garment infected from the contagion of the body of this inferior world about which it was wrapped, is purged from that vanity whereunto it is made Subject through men since, Rom. 8.22.
But with sound Interpreters I take it to be the same with that glory and power wherewith Luke saith he will come, which power and glory will be an evident and peculiar sign of his coming for Millions of Angels will attend him:
But with found Interpreters I take it to be the same with that glory and power wherewith Lycia Says he will come, which power and glory will be an evident and peculiar Signen of his coming for Millions of Angels will attend him:
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Many Angels were guarding Elijah, 2 King. 6. how many then will attend his Lord and ours? and as by all the beholders, a King is known to be there, where his special servants are attending him with all reverence;
Many Angels were guarding Elijah, 2 King. 6. how many then will attend his Lord and ours? and as by all the beholders, a King is known to be there, where his special Servants Are attending him with all Reverence;
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so in that day our Lords presence will be made manifest by the glorious attendance of Angels, to whom for fitting them for the Ministery of that day, he will give some outward, visible and glorious representation:
so in that day our lords presence will be made manifest by the glorious attendance of Angels, to whom for fitting them for the Ministry of that day, he will give Some outward, visible and glorious representation:
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for it is said, Luc. 21.27. They shall see him coming with power and great glory: and Math. 25.31. The Son of man shall come in his glory, and all his holy Angels with him.
for it is said, Luke 21.27. They shall see him coming with power and great glory: and Math. 25.31. The Son of man shall come in his glory, and all his holy Angels with him.
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and unto the punishment due to our persons, and upon this account he came to be Judged, Isa. 53.5. He was bruised for our iniquities, the chastisement of our peace was upon him:
and unto the punishment due to our Persons, and upon this account he Come to be Judged, Isaiah 53.5. He was Bruised for our iniquities, the chastisement of our peace was upon him:
because God alone, in whom is infinite mercy and goodness, can make some eternally happy, and others in his infinite Justice and wrath eternally miserable;
Because God alone, in whom is infinite mercy and Goodness, can make Some eternally happy, and Others in his infinite justice and wrath eternally miserable;
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thou who hearest all the threatnings with a deaf ear, and takest no notice of them for cleansing thy heart and thy wayes from wickedness, remember at this day of appearing before thy Judge, thou shalt be forced to hear his voice on the deafest side of thy head;
thou who Hearst all the threatenings with a deaf ear, and Takest not notice of them for cleansing thy heart and thy ways from wickedness, Remember At this day of appearing before thy Judge, thou shalt be forced to hear his voice on the deafest side of thy head;
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That glorious guard of Angels attending that great Judge will be a matter of terrour to thee, thou wilt fear as Sh•mei did Benejah; that strong guard shall fall upon thee:
That glorious guard of Angels attending that great Judge will be a matter of terror to thee, thou wilt Fear as Sh•mei did Benejah; that strong guard shall fallen upon thee:
Adam did flie at the calm voice: but what will thy fear be at that dreadful sound? whether wilt thou flye in that day of astonishment? the heavens will not admit thee:
Adam did fly At the Cam voice: but what will thy Fear be At that dreadful found? whither wilt thou fly in that day of astonishment? the heavens will not admit thee:
what then will be thy trembling when thou art Judged according to that Law? therefore while it is called to day, harden not thy heart, but hearken unto the voice of the Lord in this life, break off thy sins by repentance,
what then will be thy trembling when thou art Judged according to that Law? Therefore while it is called to day, harden not thy heart, but harken unto the voice of the Lord in this life, break off thy Sins by Repentance,
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his call in the day of resurrection, at thy grave, will be as the known and familiar call of a loving husband returning to take his Spouse out of a strange Country;
his call in the day of resurrection, At thy grave, will be as the known and familiar call of a loving husband returning to take his Spouse out of a strange Country;
1. By thy part in the first resurrection, Revel. 20.6. Blessed is he that hath his part in the first resurrection, the second death shall have no power on him;
1. By thy part in the First resurrection, Revel. 20.6. Blessed is he that hath his part in the First resurrection, the second death shall have no power on him;
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If thou art risen by Repentance to a new and holy life, this first resurrection to an estate of Grace, is a sure evidence of thy second resurrection to an estate of Glory,
If thou art risen by Repentance to a new and holy life, this First resurrection to an estate of Grace, is a sure evidence of thy second resurrection to an estate of Glory,
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because Grace is the earnest and first fruits of Glory. 2. Thou mayest know it by the inhabitation of the Spirit, Rom. 8.11. If the spirit of him that raised up Iesus from the dead dwell in you, he that raised up Christ from the dead shall also quicken your mortal bodies by his spirit that dwelleth in you;
Because Grace is the earnest and First fruits of Glory. 2. Thou Mayest know it by the inhabitation of the Spirit, Rom. 8.11. If the Spirit of him that raised up Iesus from the dead dwell in you, he that raised up christ from the dead shall also quicken your Mortal bodies by his Spirit that dwells in you;
therefore as thou wouldst be sure of a joyful resurrection, use thy body as a Temple to the holy Ghost in these respects. 1. In separating and sanctifying thy body for the service of thy Lord;
Therefore as thou Wouldst be sure of a joyful resurrection, use thy body as a Temple to the holy Ghost in these respects. 1. In separating and sanctifying thy body for the service of thy Lord;
So must thy body and all the members thereof be separate from all profane and sinful employments. 2 Cor. 6.17. Be ye separate, saith the Lord, and touch not the unclean thing, and I will receive you;
So must thy body and all the members thereof be separate from all profane and sinful employments. 2 Cor. 6.17. Be you separate, Says the Lord, and touch not the unclean thing, and I will receive you;
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thy tongue must be separate from swearing, lying, backbiting, railing, and all filthy communication, thy ears must be circumcised, thy eyes turned away from beholding vanity,
thy tongue must be separate from swearing, lying, backbiting, railing, and all filthy communication, thy ears must be circumcised, thy eyes turned away from beholding vanity,
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2. The Temple of Ierusalem not onely was separate from a common use, but also in all the parts of it was consecrate to a religious use for the worship of God;
2. The Temple of Ierusalem not only was separate from a Common use, but also in all the parts of it was consecrate to a religious use for the worship of God;
Let thy tongue be tuned to his praise, thine eyes lifted up to behold his wondrous works, thine ears ready to hear his word, thy hands to work the works of righteousness, thy knees to bow to him in prayer,
Let thy tongue be tuned to his praise, thine eyes lifted up to behold his wondrous works, thine ears ready to hear his word, thy hands to work the works of righteousness, thy knees to bow to him in prayer,
admit not within the Porch of that Temple, to wit thy ears or eyes, any stragling or strange motion, which may defile thy conscience, which is thy little sanctuary within that Temple.
admit not within the Porch of that Temple, to wit thy ears or eyes, any straggling or strange motion, which may defile thy conscience, which is thy little sanctuary within that Temple.
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4. After that the Temple was consecrate, there was a great care to keep it clean, so must thou labour to preserve thy body pure and clean from the pollutions of the world from without,
4. After that the Temple was consecrate, there was a great care to keep it clean, so must thou labour to preserve thy body pure and clean from the pollutions of the world from without,
It thus thou use thy body, fear not, for in the day of resurrection the holy Ghost that dwelt in thy body here, will fill it with joy and gladness in that day:
It thus thou use thy body, Fear not, for in the day of resurrection the holy Ghost that dwelled in thy body Here, will fill it with joy and gladness in that day:
if thou tremble at his word in this life, & work out thy salvation with fear and trembling, be of good comfort, the day of thy resuirection will be a day of good tidings, from heaven and of joy to thee;
if thou tremble At his word in this life, & work out thy salvation with Fear and trembling, be of good Comfort, the day of thy resuirection will be a day of good tidings, from heaven and of joy to thee;
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as Iacob did in hearing and seeing his Ioseph in the day of his great honor & power in Egypt. Our Lord with his white cloud at his coming will scatter and abolish all thy clouds of afflictions;
as Iacob did in hearing and seeing his Ioseph in the day of his great honour & power in Egypt. Our Lord with his white cloud At his coming will scatter and Abolah all thy Clouds of afflictions;
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let thy soul be looking and longing for his second appearing, and as thou hearest him saying, Rev. 22.12. Behold I come quickly, and my reward is with me, So let thy soul as an eccho, answer with the spouse, Even so Lord Iesus come.
let thy soul be looking and longing for his second appearing, and as thou Hearst him saying, Rev. 22.12. Behold I come quickly, and my reward is with me, So let thy soul as an echo, answer with the spouse, Even so Lord Iesus come.
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as the body of a Malefactor is held up at a Pillory, when he is scourged, that by the extention of his body, he may be rendred the more capable of the scourge and pains.
as the body of a Malefactor is held up At a Pillory, when he is scourged, that by the extension of his body, he may be rendered the more capable of the scourge and pains.
The resurrection of the bodies of Believers, who live to the Lord, and die in the Lord, will be unto an happy condition, and freedom from all trouble, pain,
The resurrection of the bodies of Believers, who live to the Lord, and die in the Lord, will be unto an happy condition, and freedom from all trouble, pain,
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as the ungodly in their bodies, will be fastned like condemned slaves to eternal torments, they will be ever dying and pining a way in torments, but never dead;
as the ungodly in their bodies, will be fastened like condemned slaves to Eternal torments, they will be ever dying and pining a Way in torments, but never dead;
and enjoying all satisfaction in the presence of an al-sufficient God, Phil. 3.21. he will change our vile bodies, and he will make them like unto his own glorious body;
and enjoying all satisfaction in the presence of an All-sufficient God, Philip 3.21. he will change our vile bodies, and he will make them like unto his own glorious body;
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as should be Monitors of frailty, and documents of humility, and that which maketh our bodies most vile, is this, that they are cages of unclean birds, of many unruly lusts;
as should be Monitors of frailty, and documents of humility, and that which makes our bodies most vile, is this, that they Are cages of unclean Birds, of many unruly Lustiest;
so our earthly Tabernacles will be renewed according to that pattern shewn in the Mount, where our Lord was transsigured, great will be the brightness of their bodies;
so our earthly Tabernacles will be renewed according to that pattern shown in the Mount, where our Lord was transsigured, great will be the brightness of their bodies;
in that day of resurrection there will be a most glorious sight, when the bodies of the Saints will rise up together as so many Suns above the horizon of the grave and time;
in that day of resurrection there will be a most glorious sighed, when the bodies of the Saints will rise up together as so many Suns above the horizon of the grave and time;
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There will be no superfluous or excrementitious humor in the body, it will be as the gold purified seven times in the furnace, all dross and corruption will be fully purged out,
There will be no superfluous or excrementitious humour in the body, it will be as the gold purified seven times in the furnace, all dross and corruption will be Fully purged out,
but the glorified Saints shall be like the Cedars in Lebanon, Psal. 9.14. they shall still bring forth fruit in old age, they shall be fat and flourishing.
but the glorified Saints shall be like the Cedars in Lebanon, Psalm 9.14. they shall still bring forth fruit in old age, they shall be fat and flourishing.
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though they be sown in dishonour, and thrust into the dust, yet like the root of a Lilly shut up under the ground in time of Winter, they shall spring up again,
though they be sown in dishonour, and thrust into the dust, yet like the root of a Lily shut up under the ground in time of Winter, they shall spring up again,
This weakness of body now is one of the Symptoms of original corruption, but death as a Catholicon will purge out that bitter peccant humour which maketh our bodies weak;
This weakness of body now is one of the Symptoms of original corruption, but death as a Catholicon will purge out that bitter peccant humour which makes our bodies weak;
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and after that purgation, our bodies will be preserved and raised to a strong and confirmed health for ever in the heavens, where the body will be kept from all corruption from within, or alteration from without.
and After that purgation, our bodies will be preserved and raised to a strong and confirmed health for ever in the heavens, where the body will be kept from all corruption from within, or alteration from without.
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and retired from all such natural operations and employments; the glorified Saints will be like angels, neither giving nor taking in marriage, Mat. 22.30.
and retired from all such natural operations and employments; the glorified Saints will be like Angels, neither giving nor taking in marriage, Mathew 22.30.
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The number of the elect and triumphant Church wil be then compleat, and their whole delights will be in an immediate communion with God, which will drown both the remembrance,
The number of the elect and triumphant Church will be then complete, and their Whole delights will be in an immediate communion with God, which will drown both the remembrance,
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The Angel Gabriel in a very short time came from the heaven to the earth, Dan. 9. And the Angel Act. 8. carried Philips body in a very short time from one place to another,
The Angel Gabriel in a very short time Come from the heaven to the earth, Dan. 9. And the Angel Act. 8. carried Philips body in a very short time from one place to Another,
22. ch. 30. saith, That certainly whereever the Spirit and soul would be, straight wayes the body will follow the desire of the heart, and be in that place:
22. changed. 30. Says, That Certainly wherever the Spirit and soul would be, straight ways the body will follow the desire of the heart, and be in that place:
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As for those members of our bodies which served to natural uses and employments in the time of our sojourning here, they will remain in the body for ornament and integrity;
As for those members of our bodies which served to natural uses and employments in the time of our sojourning Here, they will remain in the body for ornament and integrity;
and others unto shame and pain, in such a case how earnest would each of those prisoners be to enquire if himself were one of those appointed for liberty and honour:
and Others unto shame and pain, in such a case how earnest would each of those Prisoners be to inquire if himself were one of those appointed for liberty and honour:
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Although thou canst not be justified in this life by thy good Works, yet in the day of resurrection thou shalt be judged according to thy Works, Math. 25. 2 Cor. 5.10.
Although thou Canst not be justified in this life by thy good Works, yet in the day of resurrection thou shalt be judged according to thy Works, Math. 25. 2 Cor. 5.10.
Therefore as in the day of resurrection thou wouldest differ from evil doers, who will be raised unto damnation, see thou differ from them in thy living and dying.
Therefore as in the day of resurrection thou Wouldst differ from evil doers, who will be raised unto damnation, see thou differ from them in thy living and dying.
1. The wicked man in his life-time employeth his desires, endeavours, and time to serve his own lusts; but the care of a Godly man and sound believer, will be to serve his Lord, Rom. 13.14. Put on the Lord Iesus, and make no provision for the flesh, to fulfill the lusts thereof.
1. The wicked man in his lifetime employeth his Desires, endeavours, and time to serve his own Lustiest; but the care of a Godly man and found believer, will be to serve his Lord, Rom. 13.14. Put on the Lord Iesus, and make no provision for the Flesh, to fulfil the Lustiest thereof.
The Godly man and sound believer differeth also from the wicked in his dying, The wicked man at his death layeth not hold on Christ, and dyeth unwillingly:
The Godly man and found believer differeth also from the wicked in his dying, The wicked man At his death Layeth not hold on christ, and Dies unwillingly:
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The Godly man dieth willingly, commending his Spirit unto God as a faithful Creator, he goeth unto death as his bed, out of the which he will rise in that morning of eternity with refreshment,
The Godly man Dieth willingly, commending his Spirit unto God as a faithful Creator, he Goes unto death as his Bed, out of the which he will rise in that morning of eternity with refreshment,
If thus thou differ from wicked men in thy life and death, and be not an evil doer as they are in the purpose of their heart, and course of their life;
If thus thou differ from wicked men in thy life and death, and be not an evil doer as they Are in the purpose of their heart, and course of their life;
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It serveth for a ground of terrour and awakening to the ungodly, who rush into sin, as the horse into the Battle, go on in their sins like the Ox unto the slaughter,
It serves for a ground of terror and awakening to the ungodly, who rush into since, as the horse into the Battle, go on in their Sins like the Ox unto the slaughter,
Remember O foolish man, if thou live and dye in thy sins, and as Zophar speaketh, Iob 20.11. If thy bones be full of the sins of thy youth, and they lie down with thee in the dust, thou shalt rise unto damnation;
remember Oh foolish man, if thou live and die in thy Sins, and as Zophar speaks, Job 20.11. If thy bones be full of the Sins of thy youth, and they lie down with thee in the dust, thou shalt rise unto damnation;
and then shall the faithful Ministers of Jesus Christ say as Paul did to his fellow-Passengers in the Ship, Act. 27.21. If ye had hearkened unto me, ye should not have gained this harm and loss:
and then shall the faithful Ministers of jesus christ say as Paul did to his fellow-Passengers in the Ship, Act. 27.21. If you had harkened unto me, you should not have gained this harm and loss:
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and all the Members of it for ministering temptations by the eyes and ears, and for being too ready to bring forth and act sin conceived in the heart;
and all the Members of it for ministering temptations by the eyes and ears, and for being too ready to bring forth and act since conceived in the heart;
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Remember, as thou sowest in the body, so shalt thou reap in the body, Gal. 6.8. thou shalt receive according to that thou hast done in the body, 2 Cor. 5.10. The serious forethought of this will be an awful means to suppress thy tumultuary affections; The Town-clerk, Act. 19.40. composed the tumult with one word;
remember, as thou sowest in the body, so shalt thou reap in the body, Gal. 6.8. thou shalt receive according to that thou hast done in the body, 2 Cor. 5.10. The serious forethought of this will be an awful means to suppress thy tumultuary affections; The Town-clerk, Act. 19.40. composed the tumult with one word;
though now thou canst not go up a little hill without some weariness in the body yet in that day thou shalt go up in the body to the third heaven, and shalt not be weary.
though now thou Canst not go up a little hill without Some weariness in the body yet in that day thou shalt go up in the body to the third heaven, and shalt not be weary.
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4. Now thou art much troubled about the natural operations and imployments of the body, for food and rayment and other things pertaining to this decaying life:
4. Now thou art much troubled about the natural operations and employments of the body, for food and raiment and other things pertaining to this decaying life:
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but in that day thou wilt have appetite after nothing but God himself, and all thy appetite will be fully satisfied by a perpetual delight in thy God, infinite, all-sufficient, unchangeable and eternal in glory, goodness, and bounty towards thee;
but in that day thou wilt have appetite After nothing but God himself, and all thy appetite will be Fully satisfied by a perpetual delight in thy God, infinite, All-sufficient, unchangeable and Eternal in glory, Goodness, and bounty towards thee;
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Though at parting here by death there was much pain, and trouble, like the parting of Iacob and Benjamin; yet their meeting will be with great joy like the meeting of Iacob and Ioseph; the soul will bring down good news from heaven to the body,
Though At parting Here by death there was much pain, and trouble, like the parting of Iacob and Benjamin; yet their meeting will be with great joy like the meeting of Iacob and Ioseph; the soul will bring down good news from heaven to the body,
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like the report of the faithful spies, Numb 14. to encourage the body to go with it unto the heavens, where they shal rejoyce together for ever in the presence of God;
like the report of the faithful spies, Numb 14. to encourage the body to go with it unto the heavens, where they shall rejoice together for ever in the presence of God;
AS the glorious resurrection of the body is a refreshing stream from the fulness of Christ, so is also eternal life, which is the full and compleat happiness of soul and body in one person:
AS the glorious resurrection of the body is a refreshing stream from the fullness of christ, so is also Eternal life, which is the full and complete happiness of soul and body in one person:
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This is purchased by the Merit of the righteousness and obedience of Iesus Christ. Rom. 5.20, 21. Where sin abounded, Grace did much more abound, that as sin hath reigned unto death,
This is purchased by the Merit of the righteousness and Obedience of Iesus christ. Rom. 5.20, 21. Where since abounded, Grace did much more abound, that as since hath reigned unto death,
by him we shall be put in possession of eternal life, Math. 2•. 34. Then shall the King say unto them on his right hand, come ye blessed of my Father, inherit the Kingdom prepared for you:
by him we shall be put in possession of Eternal life, Math. 2•. 34. Then shall the King say unto them on his right hand, come you blessed of my Father, inherit the Kingdom prepared for you:
Because he opposeth the hope of after happiness, as a strong prop to sustain the children of God in all their troubles and wants in this life, against the temptations from the prosperity of wicked men in this present world, to whom God giveth a large portion of things worldly;
Because he Opposeth the hope of After happiness, as a strong prop to sustain the children of God in all their Troubles and Wants in this life, against the temptations from the Prosperity of wicked men in this present world, to whom God gives a large portion of things worldly;
by Image is understood the face of God, which in the former part of this verse is called a beholding of Gods face, in the immediate seeing whereof will stand our eternal happiness,
by Image is understood the face of God, which in the former part of this verse is called a beholding of God's face, in the immediate seeing whereof will stand our Eternal happiness,
3. His perfect disposition and condition in the state of happiness, I shall behold in righteousness, having my heart perfectly conformed to the will of God, the perfect and adequate rule of righteousness.
3. His perfect disposition and condition in the state of happiness, I shall behold in righteousness, having my heart perfectly conformed to the will of God, the perfect and adequate Rule of righteousness.
as if the soul during the sequestration of it from the body, were as in a sleep, without all sense, either of pain or joy, until the day of resurrection;
as if the soul during the sequestration of it from the body, were as in a sleep, without all sense, either of pain or joy, until the day of resurrection;
This is contrary to the holy Scriptures, that tell us the spirit returns to him that gave it, Eccles. 12.7. The soul of the rich man was tormented, and the soul of Lazarus comforted, Luk. 16. Our Lord said to the convert Thief, This day thou shalt be with me in Paradise:
This is contrary to the holy Scriptures, that tell us the Spirit returns to him that gave it, Eccles. 12.7. The soul of the rich man was tormented, and the soul of Lazarus comforted, Luk. 16. Our Lord said to the convert Thief, This day thou shalt be with me in Paradise:
and therefore it is not (as some have thought) a rest from all pain or joy, which they affirmed to be common for a time both to the souls of good and evil men.
and Therefore it is not (as Some have Thought) a rest from all pain or joy, which they affirmed to be Common for a time both to the Souls of good and evil men.
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to tell us no sooner the evening of this their life is ended, but immediately they get their reward of glory in beholding the face of their Father which is in heaven.
to tell us no sooner the evening of this their life is ended, but immediately they get their reward of glory in beholding the face of their Father which is in heaven.
for in the Scripture phrase the death of the body is compared unto a sleep, Ioh 11.11. Our friend Lazarus is asleep, (saith our Lord) but I go to awake him;
for in the Scripture phrase the death of the body is compared unto a sleep, John 11.11. Our friend Lazarus is asleep, (Says our Lord) but I go to awake him;
so in that morning of eternity, the day of resurrection, the Godly at their awaking from death will be refreshed and made glad with the sight of Gods face;
so in that morning of eternity, the day of resurrection, the Godly At their awaking from death will be refreshed and made glad with the sighed of God's face;
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so our bodies must be first raised before we can be set down at their common Table and Communion of glory with Abraham, Isaac, and Iacob; for our happiness cannot be consummate until the person be glorified both in soul and body;
so our bodies must be First raised before we can be Set down At their Common Table and Communion of glory with Abraham, Isaac, and Iacob; for our happiness cannot be consummate until the person be glorified both in soul and body;
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that our compleat happiness is delayed till that time, is evident from Scripture, Dan. 12.2. Many of them that sleep in the dust of the earth shall awake, some to everlasting life, 1. Cor. 15.54. When this corruptible shall have put on incorruption, then death is swallowed up in victory;
that our complete happiness is delayed till that time, is evident from Scripture, Dan. 12.2. Many of them that sleep in the dust of the earth shall awake, Some to everlasting life, 1. Cor. 15.54. When this corruptible shall have put on incorruption, then death is swallowed up in victory;
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1. To shew his truth and faithfulness, by inflicting death according to the Word of threatning, Gen. 3.19. Dust thou art, and unto dust shalt thou return;
1. To show his truth and faithfulness, by inflicting death according to the Word of threatening, Gen. 3.19. Dust thou art, and unto dust shalt thou return;
their very bones and dust preach unto us (and this a pious Necromancie ) the Doctrine of the resurrection, that the bodies shall awake and rise unto life.
their very bones and dust preach unto us (and this a pious Necromancy) the Doctrine of the resurrection, that the bodies shall awake and rise unto life.
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with the same omnipotent facility he raised Lazarus stinking in the Grave, and Jairus daughter but a few hours after her death, his infinite power admits not a more and a less;
with the same omnipotent facility he raised Lazarus stinking in the Grave, and Jairus daughter but a few hours After her death, his infinite power admits not a more and a less;
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1. Thou must in this life have a sober minde, emptied of the immoderate love of this present world, because a man dying with his heart fixed on this world, cannot awake with joy in the day of resurrection;
1. Thou must in this life have a Sobrium mind, emptied of the immoderate love of this present world, Because a man dying with his heart fixed on this world, cannot awake with joy in the day of resurrection;
as it was with the believing Patriarchs in the case of their Polygamie; But if thou dye without repenting of thy known sins objected against thee by thy own conscience, this will make a fearful wakening in that day of thy resurrection;
as it was with the believing Patriarchs in the case of their Polygamy; But if thou die without repenting of thy known Sins objected against thee by thy own conscience, this will make a fearful wakening in that day of thy resurrection;
Then shall they have a desperate repentance, like unto that of Iudas, and shall find that true to the utmost which is spoken, Iob 20.12. Though wickedness be sweet in his mouth, yet shall it be the gall of Aspes within him.
Then shall they have a desperate Repentance, like unto that of Iudas, and shall find that true to the utmost which is spoken, Job 20.12. Though wickedness be sweet in his Mouth, yet shall it be the Gall of Asps within him.
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whereas the Godly man looketh before him to this compleat happiness, when the Lord will come with a rich recompence of reward in his hand, Rev. 22.12. I come quickly, and my reward is with me;
whereas the Godly man looks before him to this complete happiness, when the Lord will come with a rich recompense of reward in his hand, Rev. 22.12. I come quickly, and my reward is with me;
Abrahams bosom is a bay without winds of temptations or afflictions; there is perpetual tranquility: Now is the time of thy fighting against the Devil, who is the Tempter;
Abrahams bosom is a bay without winds of temptations or afflictions; there is perpetual tranquillity: Now is the time of thy fighting against the devil, who is the Tempter;
1. His gracious presence and good Will, Psal. 51.11. Cast me not away from thy presence, or from thy face, as it is in the first language, Psal. 105.4. Seek his face evermore; that is, his gracious presence and favour. Thus Gen. 4.15. It is said Cain went out from the face or presence of the Lord, as men withdraw their countenance from those who have grievously offended them.
1. His gracious presence and good Will, Psalm 51.11. Cast me not away from thy presence, or from thy face, as it is in the First language, Psalm 105.4. Seek his face evermore; that is, his gracious presence and favour. Thus Gen. 4.15. It is said Cain went out from the face or presence of the Lord, as men withdraw their countenance from those who have grievously offended them.
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2. An extraordinary manifestation and representation of the Majesty of God, Deut. 5.4. the Lord talked with you face to face in the Mount out of the midst of the fire.
2. an extraordinary manifestation and representation of the Majesty of God, Deuteronomy 5.4. the Lord talked with you face to face in the Mount out of the midst of the fire.
and created representation, which in comparison of Gods not revealing himself so fully unto others, is called face to face, Exod. 33.11. Num. 12.7, 8. The Lord spoke unto Moses face to face: as a man speaketh to his friend.
and created representation, which in comparison of God's not revealing himself so Fully unto Others, is called face to face, Exod 33.11. Num. 12.7, 8. The Lord spoke unto Moses face to face: as a man speaks to his friend.
4. The irresistible power of God throwing down every impediment in the way of his eternal purpose and counsel, Isa. 64.3. The mountains flowed down at thy presence or face.
4. The irresistible power of God throwing down every impediment in the Way of his Eternal purpose and counsel, Isaiah 64.3. The Mountains flowed down At thy presence or face.
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like the Sun with his beams reviving a withered herb, Psal. 13.1. How long wilt thou hide thy face from me, Isa. 54.8. In a little wrath I hid my face from thee;
like the Sun with his beams reviving a withered herb, Psalm 13.1. How long wilt thou hide thy face from me, Isaiah 54.8. In a little wrath I hid my face from thee;
6. The face of God signifieth that essential, infinite increated, and invisible glory of God, Exod. 33.20. Thou canst not see my face, for there shall no man see me and live: 1 Cor. 13.12. Then shall we see face to face;
6. The face of God signifies that essential, infinite increated, and invisible glory of God, Exod 33.20. Thou Canst not see my face, for there shall no man see me and live: 1 Cor. 13.12. Then shall we see face to face;
As to the second, what is understood by beholding his face, I answer, there is a beholding of God in his works, when in the creatures we behold footsteps of the power and wisdom of God,
As to the second, what is understood by beholding his face, I answer, there is a beholding of God in his works, when in the creatures we behold footsteps of the power and Wisdom of God,
as the skill of an excellent Artificer is seen in the works of his hands, Rom. 1.20. The invisible things of God from the Creation of the world are cleerly seen.
as the skill of an excellent Artificer is seen in the works of his hands, Rom. 1.20. The invisible things of God from the Creation of the world Are clearly seen.
but something created by God, from the which visible representation the beholders did perceive with their understanding something of the greatness and Majestie of God.
but something created by God, from the which visible representation the beholders did perceive with their understanding something of the greatness and Majesty of God.
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and good will towards lost man; 2 Cor. 4.6. God who commanded the light to shine out of darkness, hath shined in our hearts, to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Iesus Christ.
and good will towards lost man; 2 Cor. 4.6. God who commanded the Light to shine out of darkness, hath shined in our hearts, to give the Light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Iesus christ.
4. There is an immediate beholding and knowing the essentiall glory of God, Mat. 18.10. Their Angels do always behold the face of my Father which is in Heaven:
4. There is an immediate beholding and knowing the essential glory of God, Mathew 18.10. Their Angels do always behold the face of my Father which is in Heaven:
The compleat and full happiness of the Saints in heaven, standeth in the seeing and fruition of God, Mat. 5.8. Blessed are the poor in heart, for they shall see God, 1 Ioh. 3.2. We shall see him as he is;
The complete and full happiness of the Saints in heaven, Stands in the seeing and fruition of God, Mathew 5.8. Blessed Are the poor in heart, for they shall see God, 1 John 3.2. We shall see him as he is;
Our growth in the spiritual life of Grace here, must go before our coming to the stature of the fulness of Christ in that eternal life of glory, Eph. 4.12, 13.
Our growth in the spiritual life of Grace Here, must go before our coming to the stature of the fullness of christ in that Eternal life of glory, Ephesians 4.12, 13.
For clearing the doctrine, we would know wherein stands the matter, and object of our happiness. 2. What is the manner of our participation and fruition of that object.
For clearing the Doctrine, we would know wherein Stands the matter, and Object of our happiness. 2. What is the manner of our participation and fruition of that Object.
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As to the object and matter of our eternal happiness, the spirit of God in holy Scriptures expresseth it in terms borrowed from things of highest esteem in this world, that by such expressions he may condescend to our capacity, that we may learn things invisible by things visible,
As to the Object and matter of our Eternal happiness, the Spirit of God in holy Scriptures Expresses it in terms borrowed from things of highest esteem in this world, that by such expressions he may condescend to our capacity, that we may Learn things invisible by things visible,
and that our desires may be stirred up by things earthly, toward things heavenly. 1. It is called Light, Psal. 36.9. With thee is the fountain of life, and in thy light shall we see light;
and that our Desires may be stirred up by things earthly, towards things heavenly. 1. It is called Light, Psalm 36.9. With thee is the fountain of life, and in thy Light shall we see Light;
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it will not be an astonishing light, as that in the Mount at our Lords transfiguration, the Disciples fell to the ground, their weak eyes could not behold those glimpses of glory that shined through the vail of flesh;
it will not be an astonishing Light, as that in the Mount At our lords transfiguration, the Disciples fell to the ground, their weak eyes could not behold those glimpses of glory that shined through the Vail of Flesh;
but the light in our heaven of happiness will be a strengthning and comforting light, it will strengthen and confirm the eyes of our understanding to behold it:
but the Light in our heaven of happiness will be a strengthening and comforting Light, it will strengthen and confirm the eyes of our understanding to behold it:
in that Kingdom will be everlasting peace, Rev. 22.11. without are dogs, to wit, contentious and seditious men, who like dogs barking at the superiour lights, do despise dignities and dominions, which God hath appointed to be as the greater lights for ruling this inferiour world;
in that Kingdom will be everlasting peace, Rev. 22.11. without Are Dogs, to wit, contentious and seditious men, who like Dogs barking At the superior lights, do despise dignities and Dominions, which God hath appointed to be as the greater lights for ruling this inferior world;
as the creature is infinitely inferiour to the Creator, so is created glory to the increated, which the child of God beholdeth in that Kingdom of glory, Isa. 40 15. Behold the Nations are as the drop of a bucket,
as the creature is infinitely inferior to the Creator, so is created glory to the increated, which the child of God beholdeth in that Kingdom of glory, Isaiah 40 15. Behold the nations Are as the drop of a bucket,
how doth the glory of earthly Kings, and their Kingdoms pass away like the glory of a King in a stage-play? but the glory of the Kingdom of heaven is fixed and permanent,
how does the glory of earthly Kings, and their Kingdoms pass away like the glory of a King in a stageplay? but the glory of the Kingdom of heaven is fixed and permanent,
as the Kingdom is immortal, so the glory of it is incorruptible. 3. Our happiness is called a Crown, Jam. 1.12. He that endureth trials, shall receive the Crown of life:
as the Kingdom is immortal, so the glory of it is incorruptible. 3. Our happiness is called a Crown, Jam. 1.12. He that Endureth trials, shall receive the Crown of life:
The four and twenty Elders had on their heads Crowns of Gold, Rev. 4.4. The Romane Senate of old, after some great victory, did send to their Generals and great Captains a triumphal Crown;
The four and twenty Elders had on their Heads Crowns of Gold, Rev. 4.4. The Roman Senate of old, After Some great victory, did send to their Generals and great Captains a triumphal Crown;
and given him a name, which is above every name, that at the name of Iesus every knee should bow, Phil. 2.8, 9, 10. This glory of the subjection of all things, is peculiar to the Son of God, exalted to the right hand of the Father in our Nature, in which he was promoted to glory and Crowned;
and given him a name, which is above every name, that At the name of Iesus every knee should bow, Philip 2.8, 9, 10. This glory of the subjection of all things, is peculiar to the Son of God, exalted to the right hand of the Father in our Nature, in which he was promoted to glory and Crowned;
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so every one that fighteth the good fight under his command, and in his strength shall receive their Crown of glory also, which he by the merit of his valour in spoyling principalities and powers on the Cross hath purchased for them and to them, 2 Tim. 4.7, 8. I fought a good fight, henceforth is laid up for me a crown of righteousness.
so every one that fights the good fight under his command, and in his strength shall receive their Crown of glory also, which he by the merit of his valour in spoiling principalities and Powers on the Cross hath purchased for them and to them, 2 Tim. 4.7, 8. I fought a good fight, henceforth is laid up for me a crown of righteousness.
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God will crown, not our merits, but his own gifts, it is a crown that fadeth not away, 1. Pet. 5.4. a crown incorruptible, 1 Cor. 9.25. then both head and Crown will be immortal, the person and the glory will endure for ever.
God will crown, not our merits, but his own Gifts, it is a crown that fades not away, 1. Pet. 5.4. a crown incorruptible, 1 Cor. 9.25. then both head and Crown will be immortal, the person and the glory will endure for ever.
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4. It is called an inheritance incorruptible, that cannot be defiled, that fadeth not away, 1 Pet. 1.5. It is an inheritance infinitely large, which will satisfie all the children and heirs without any occasion of envy or contention, it is not like that land that could not contain both Abraham and Lot, with their substance;
4. It is called an inheritance incorruptible, that cannot be defiled, that fades not away, 1 Pet. 1.5. It is an inheritance infinitely large, which will satisfy all the children and Heirs without any occasion of envy or contention, it is not like that land that could not contain both Abraham and Lot, with their substance;
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our bodies like a house of clay, do daily fall down in one place or other with every new shower of a defluxion or distillation from our heads, that are the roof of this house;
our bodies like a house of clay, do daily fallen down in one place or other with every new shower of a defluxion or distillation from our Heads, that Are the roof of this house;
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as in a large house there is much ease and room for the Inhabitants, so Ioh. 14. In my fathers house (saith our Lord) are many Mansions; there is abundance of happiness and glory for every child of God, it is a house full of light, Rev. 21.23. there is no need of Sun nor Moon, the Lamb will be the light thereof;
as in a large house there is much ease and room for the Inhabitants, so John 14. In my Father's house (Says our Lord) Are many Mansions; there is abundance of happiness and glory for every child of God, it is a house full of Light, Rev. 21.23. there is no need of Sun nor Moon, the Lamb will be the Light thereof;
6. Our happiness in heaven is set forth by a plentiful common Table, where all the glorified Saints will be entertained with a communion of one essential glory, in the perpetual beholding of the face of God, Luke 22.29, 30. I appoint unto you a Kingdom (saith our Lord) that ye may eat and drink at my Table, Our Lord in such expressions condescends to our weak and childish capacity, thereby to signifie that satiety of pleasure and joy that shall redound unto the affections and sensitive part of our souls, from the blessed Vision of God;
6. Our happiness in heaven is Set forth by a plentiful Common Table, where all the glorified Saints will be entertained with a communion of one essential glory, in the perpetual beholding of the face of God, Lycia 22.29, 30. I appoint unto you a Kingdom (Says our Lord) that you may eat and drink At my Table, Our Lord in such expressions condescends to our weak and childish capacity, thereby to signify that satiety of pleasure and joy that shall redound unto the affections and sensitive part of our Souls, from the blessed Vision of God;
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and also to set forth that Communion of glory with Angels and glorified Saints, all the heavenly guests will be refreshed with the cleer vision of an infinite glorious God; the entertainment will be great:
and also to Set forth that Communion of glory with Angels and glorified Saints, all the heavenly guests will be refreshed with the clear vision of an infinite glorious God; the entertainment will be great:
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eye hath not seen, ear hath not heard, neither can it enter into the heart of man to conceive what God hath prepared for them that love him, 1 Cor. 2.9. there will be good and solacious company, Angels and just men:
eye hath not seen, ear hath not herd, neither can it enter into the heart of man to conceive what God hath prepared for them that love him, 1 Cor. 2.9. there will be good and solacious company, Angels and just men:
there will be sweet and pleasant melody, no jarrings there, but perfect harmony, singing that Trisagium, Rev. 4.8. holy, holy, holy, Lord God, almighty, which was, and is, and is to come:
there will be sweet and pleasant melody, no jarrings there, but perfect harmony, singing that Trisagium, Rev. 4.8. holy, holy, holy, Lord God, almighty, which was, and is, and is to come:
there is something of it in the general revealed in holy Scripture, but the particular and distinct knowledge of it is reserved to our experience and feeling in heaven;
there is something of it in the general revealed in holy Scripture, but the particular and distinct knowledge of it is reserved to our experience and feeling in heaven;
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1. That this vision of God in heaven is intellectual and mental; for whereas it is said, 1 Ioh. 3.2. We shall see him as he is, and 1 Cor. 13.12. We shall see him face to face, it is expounded by the Apostle in the same place, of knowledge, then shall I know, even as also I am known;
1. That this vision of God in heaven is intellectual and mental; for whereas it is said, 1 John 3.2. We shall see him as he is, and 1 Cor. 13.12. We shall see him face to face, it is expounded by the Apostle in the same place, of knowledge, then shall I know, even as also I am known;
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here we know God by his word, but in heaven Prophecying and Teaching shall cease, 1 Cor. 13. As when the building is perfected, the scaffolding and other means necessary in the time of building, are removed;
Here we know God by his word, but in heaven Prophesying and Teaching shall cease, 1 Cor. 13. As when the building is perfected, the scaffolding and other means necessary in the time of building, Are removed;
As the eye of the body, until it be somewaies strengthned, cannot look stedfastly on a bright and beautiful colour at a neer distance, so the finite understanding of man cannot behold that infinite beauty and Majestie of God,
As the eye of the body, until it be somewaies strengthened, cannot look steadfastly on a bright and beautiful colour At a near distance, so the finite understanding of man cannot behold that infinite beauty and Majesty of God,
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Zacheus being of a low stature, went up to the Sycomore-tree, and from it got a sight of Christ; though at that time there was no midds of a glass betwixt his eyes and Christ,
Zacchaeus being of a low stature, went up to the Sycomore-tree, and from it god a sighed of christ; though At that time there was no mids of a glass betwixt his eyes and christ,
yet he had a midds & mean under his feet, the Sycomore-tree elevating & supporting him for the beholding of Christ: So in that blessed vision in heaven, there will be no midds intervening betwixt our understandings,
yet he had a mids & mean under his feet, the Sycomore-tree elevating & supporting him for the beholding of christ: So in that blessed vision in heaven, there will be no mids intervening betwixt our understandings,
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But our God knoweth us perfectly, to him all his works are known, All our members are written in his book, Psal. 139.16. he knoweth all his works more perfectly and distinctly, then any man knoweth what he himself writes down daily in his Diary:
But our God Knoweth us perfectly, to him all his works Are known, All our members Are written in his book, Psalm 139.16. he Knoweth all his works more perfectly and distinctly, then any man Knoweth what he himself writes down daily in his Diary:
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Our common sense is the ordinary passage through which light and the species or samples of things are carried into the understanding, from the outward senses.
Our Common sense is the ordinary passage through which Light and the species or samples of things Are carried into the understanding, from the outward Senses.
but in heaven the soul and understanding will be filled with light from within, because filled with God who is light, As if a man were within the body of the Sun, he would be full of light:
but in heaven the soul and understanding will be filled with Light from within, Because filled with God who is Light, As if a man were within the body of the Sun, he would be full of Light:
Our Condition here is subject to a vicissitude and change: At one time we have some sense of his favour, and great joy, Psal. 4.7. Thou hast put gladness in my heart, more then in the time that their corn and wine increased:
Our Condition Here is Subject to a vicissitude and change: At one time we have Some sense of his favour, and great joy, Psalm 4.7. Thou hast put gladness in my heart, more then in the time that their corn and wine increased:
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at another time God hideth his face, and then there is great sorrow of heart, Psal. 28.1. If thou be silent unto me, I become like them that go down to the Pit;
At Another time God Hideth his face, and then there is great sorrow of heart, Psalm 28.1. If thou be silent unto me, I become like them that go down to the Pit;
Not only will our happiness stand in the vision and knowledge of God in our understandings, but also our wills shall be filled with love and delight in God;
Not only will our happiness stand in the vision and knowledge of God in our understandings, but also our wills shall be filled with love and delight in God;
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but in heaven we will love God perfectly, with all our soul, heart, and strength; as forces scattered here and there are strong when they are united into one body:
but in heaven we will love God perfectly, with all our soul, heart, and strength; as forces scattered Here and there Are strong when they Are united into one body:
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here fear like an heavy weight draweth down our hearts, and weakens our love, but in heaven perfect love will cast out fear, 1 Cor. 13 then will we be delivered from all fear, either of the change of our sense of the love of God to us,
Here Fear like an heavy weight draws down our hearts, and weakens our love, but in heaven perfect love will cast out Fear, 1 Cor. 13 then will we be Delivered from all Fear, either of the change of our sense of the love of God to us,
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The knowledge of God in Christ here by Faith is the rudiment and pedagogy of our immediate and perfect knowledge of God in heaven, Joh. 17.3. This is life eternal, that they might know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom thou hast sent:
The knowledge of God in christ Here by Faith is the rudiment and pedagogy of our immediate and perfect knowledge of God in heaven, John 17.3. This is life Eternal, that they might know thee the only true God, and jesus christ whom thou hast sent:
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but the end thereof are the wayes of death? Prov. 14.12. Many men are of Tamberlans opinion, that every man living civilly and honestly, may be saved in his own Religion.
but the end thereof Are the ways of death? Curae 14.12. Many men Are of Tamberlans opinion, that every man living civilly and honestly, may be saved in his own Religion.
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unless a man set his feet in the way toward it, so there is no coming to salvation without Faith in Christ, 1 Pet. 1.9. Receiving the end of your faith, the salvation of your souls;
unless a man Set his feet in the Way towards it, so there is no coming to salvation without Faith in christ, 1 Pet. 1.9. Receiving the end of your faith, the salvation of your Souls;
Faith at the end of our life is turned into vision in that life eternal. 2. A conformitie unto Christ, Rom. 8.29. Whom he did foreknow, he also did Praedestinate to be conformed to his Son;
Faith At the end of our life is turned into vision in that life Eternal. 2. A conformity unto christ, Rom. 8.29. Whom he did foreknow, he also did Praedestinate to be conformed to his Son;
because as God Predestinates a man to glory, so he doth also Predestinate him to grace and holyness, Ephes. 1.4. He hath chosen us before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy.
Because as God Predestinates a man to glory, so he does also Predestinate him to grace and holiness, Ephesians 1.4. He hath chosen us before the Foundation of the world, that we should be holy.
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This conformity unto Christ standeth not only in an outward profession and approaching to the Ordinances, which hypocrites may do with a great shew of piety in bodily exercise, Isa. 58.2, 3. but specially in the ordering of our life and conversation, according to the precept and example of Jesus Christ our Lord, Phil. 2.5. Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus:
This conformity unto christ Stands not only in an outward profession and approaching to the Ordinances, which Hypocrites may do with a great show of piety in bodily exercise, Isaiah 58.2, 3. but specially in the ordering of our life and Conversation, according to the precept and Exampl of jesus christ our Lord, Philip 2.5. Let this mind be in you, which was also in christ jesus:
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Not my will (said our Lord in his Agony) but thine be done: and we must be conformable to him in meekness toward violent men, who are instrumental in our sufferings, 1 Pet. 2.23. Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an ensample, who when he was reviled, reviled not again;
Not my will (said our Lord in his Agony) but thine be done: and we must be conformable to him in meekness towards violent men, who Are instrumental in our sufferings, 1 Pet. 2.23. christ also suffered for us, leaving us an ensample, who when he was reviled, reviled not again;
This was the ground both of Pauls confidence, and willingness to be dissolved and to be with Christ, 2 Cor. 5.5.8. He hath also given unto us the earnest of the Spirit;
This was the ground both of Paul's confidence, and willingness to be dissolved and to be with christ, 2 Cor. 5.5.8. He hath also given unto us the earnest of the Spirit;
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It serveth also for matter of comfort unto the children of God, who mourn here under the sense of many imperfections, under the fear of many and daily temptations, who groan under the burthen of indwelling corruption that hangeth so fast on,
It serves also for matter of Comfort unto the children of God, who mourn Here under the sense of many imperfections, under the Fear of many and daily temptations, who groan under the burden of indwelling corruption that hangs so fast on,
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here our knowledge is confused, and dark in the valley of Baca, but there it will be distinct and clear in Mount Sion, that is above, where no mists are:
Here our knowledge is confused, and dark in the valley of Baca, but there it will be distinct and clear in Mount Sion, that is above, where no mists Are:
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and to us, whatever we loved here in the creature, will be exceeded and swallowed up in that vast ocean of love and delight we shall have in God himself:
and to us, whatever we loved Here in the creature, will be exceeded and swallowed up in that vast Ocean of love and delight we shall have in God himself:
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for Sathan, who departed but for a season from our Lord, who was temptation-proof, Luc. 4.13. he leaveth us but for a short time, waiting an advantage of our security, which is his opportunity;
for Sathan, who departed but for a season from our Lord, who was temptation-proof, Luke 4.13. he Leaveth us but for a short time, waiting an advantage of our security, which is his opportunity;
and double his temptations, as he did to that man, Math. 12. he returned with seven worse; but watch thou and pray, that thou be not led into temptation;
and double his temptations, as he did to that man, Math. 12. he returned with seven Worse; but watch thou and pray, that thou be not led into temptation;
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Then shall Sathan be fastened to damnation, by the indissoluble chains of darkness; in heaven there will not be remaining in us any inordinate concupiscence to be tempted;
Then shall Sathan be fastened to damnation, by the indissoluble chains of darkness; in heaven there will not be remaining in us any inordinate concupiscence to be tempted;
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yet were they created of a condition mutable, but the Saints in heaven will be confirmed and established as pillars, in a condition immutable, Revel. 3.12. Him that overcometh will I make a Pillar in the Temple of my God;
yet were they created of a condition mutable, but the Saints in heaven will be confirmed and established as pillars, in a condition immutable, Revel. 3.12. Him that Overcometh will I make a Pillar in the Temple of my God;
Let it be as pricks and goads in thy sides to push thee toward the throne of Grace with Paul, 2 Cor. 12. that the strength of Gods Grace may be perfected in thy weakness:
Let it be as pricks and goads in thy sides to push thee towards the throne of Grace with Paul, 2 Cor. 12. that the strength of God's Grace may be perfected in thy weakness:
4. Here is matter of comfort against all thy calamities, publike or private; in the midst of all thy troubles rejoyce in the hope of that glory, Rom. 5.3. We glory in tribulation, 2 Cor. 4.17. Our light affliction which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory, Rom. 8.18. I reckon that the sufferings of this present time, are not worthy to be compared with the glory that shall be revealed in us;
4. Here is matter of Comfort against all thy calamities, public or private; in the midst of all thy Troubles rejoice in the hope of that glory, Rom. 5.3. We glory in tribulation, 2 Cor. 4.17. Our Light affliction which is but for a moment, works for us a Far more exceeding and Eternal weight of glory, Rom. 8.18. I reckon that the sufferings of this present time, Are not worthy to be compared with the glory that shall be revealed in us;
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as it is said of Pharaoh and his hoast that persecuted the Israelites, Exod. 14.13. The Egyptians which ye have seen to day ye shall see thē again no more for ever;
as it is said of Pharaoh and his host that persecuted the Israelites, Exod 14.13. The egyptians which you have seen to day you shall see them again no more for ever;
in the estate of renovation the renewed man hath personal inherent righteousness, firm and sure, with an immunity from a total and finall decay, 1 Ioh. 3.9.
in the estate of renovation the renewed man hath personal inherent righteousness, firm and sure, with an immunity from a total and final decay, 1 John 3.9.
then will there be a perfect conformity in all things, and for ever to the acceptable will of God, Eph. 5.25, 26, 27. Christ loved the Church and gave himself for it, that he might sanctifie and cleanse it with the washing of water by the word,
then will there be a perfect conformity in all things, and for ever to the acceptable will of God, Ephesians 5.25, 26, 27. christ loved the Church and gave himself for it, that he might sanctify and cleanse it with the washing of water by the word,
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in the course of our regeneration he clean 〈 ◊ 〉, but the perfection of holiness and beauty will be in that day when the marriage between the Lamb and his Spouse shall be consummate;
in the course of our regeneration he clean 〈 ◊ 〉, but the perfection of holiness and beauty will be in that day when the marriage between the Lamb and his Spouse shall be consummate;
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even our perfect measure of the stature of the fulness of Christ, Eph. 4.13. here there is much imperfection in the righteousness of the children of God;
even our perfect measure of the stature of the fullness of christ, Ephesians 4.13. Here there is much imperfection in the righteousness of the children of God;
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but in heaven we shall be NONLATINALPHABET faultless, Iude Ep. 24. To him that is able to present you faultless before the presence of his glory with exceeding joy, to the only wise God our Saviour be glory and Majesty;
but in heaven we shall be faultless, Iude Epistle 24. To him that is able to present you faultless before the presence of his glory with exceeding joy, to the only wise God our Saviour be glory and Majesty;
and washed us in his own blood from our sins, and hath made us Kings and Priests unto God and his father, to him be glory and dominion for ever and ever, Amen.
and washed us in his own blood from our Sins, and hath made us Kings and Priests unto God and his father, to him be glory and dominion for ever and ever, Amen.
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It is not possible for them in their unrighteousness to behold the face of God; It is true, they shall be forced to look on him as a dreadful Iudge, and avenger of all unrighteousness;
It is not possible for them in their unrighteousness to behold the face of God; It is true, they shall be forced to look on him as a dreadful Judge, and avenger of all unrighteousness;
They shall behold him as a Malefactor doth the Iudge, with great terror and anguish of spirit, Rev. 1.7. They shall look upon him, and wail before him:
They shall behold him as a Malefactor does the Judge, with great terror and anguish of Spirit, Rev. 1.7. They shall look upon him, and wail before him:
Our sanctification is compared to a race, Heb. 12.1. and no man comes to the end of the course, but he that sometime began to run, it is compared to a building, 1 Pet. 2.5.
Our sanctification is compared to a raze, Hebrew 12.1. and no man comes to the end of the course, but he that sometime began to run, it is compared to a building, 1 Pet. 2.5.
It is compared to a growing in stature, 2 Pet. 3.18. and without growing up in sanctification it is impossible to come into the measure of stature of the fulness of Christ;
It is compared to a growing in stature, 2 Pet. 3.18. and without growing up in sanctification it is impossible to come into the measure of stature of the fullness of christ;
we must be infants of glory in the state of grace, before we can be men of glory in heaven, Eph. 2.21. in Christ all the building fitly framed together, groweth into an holy Temple in the Lord:
we must be Infants of glory in the state of grace, before we can be men of glory in heaven, Ephesians 2.21. in christ all the building fitly framed together, grows into an holy Temple in the Lord:
It serveth for a ground of comfort unto all those who have set themselves in the way of righteousness, and do endeavour a conformity of their wills and wayes to the holy will and righteous ways of God;
It serves for a ground of Comfort unto all those who have Set themselves in the Way of righteousness, and do endeavour a conformity of their wills and ways to the holy will and righteous ways of God;
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here is their comfort, that their righteousness begun in this life will be perfected, and in a perfect personal righteousness in heaven they shall behold the face of God in glory;
Here is their Comfort, that their righteousness begun in this life will be perfected, and in a perfect personal righteousness in heaven they shall behold the face of God in glory;
begun holiness here is the infancy of perfect holiness, and is no other thing then the gate of heaven and happiness, Mat. 5.8 Blessed are the poor in heart;
begun holiness Here is the infancy of perfect holiness, and is no other thing then the gate of heaven and happiness, Mathew 5.8 Blessed Are the poor in heart;
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when the godly by vertue of the second Adam will be restored to the possession of all the happiness they lost in the first Adam; in that day thou shalt eat of the fruit of thy labours:
when the godly by virtue of the second Adam will be restored to the possession of all the happiness they lost in the First Adam; in that day thou shalt eat of the fruit of thy labours:
he hath a particular and distinct knowledge of every good work thou doest, as men have particulars written up in their Diaries, for their better remembrance;
he hath a particular and distinct knowledge of every good work thou dost, as men have particulars written up in their Diaries, for their better remembrance;
then thy bread cast on the waters upon the poor distressed and despised members of Jesus Christ, which the rich Nabals in this present world thought to be as water spilt on the ground,
then thy bred cast on the waters upon the poor distressed and despised members of jesus christ, which the rich Nabals in this present world Thought to be as water spilled on the ground,
Thou shalt be recompenced at the resurrection of the Iust. It is true, (I confess) it is not for our righteousness we are brought to behold ▪ Gods face in glory,
Thou shalt be recompensed At the resurrection of the Just It is true, (I confess) it is not for our righteousness we Are brought to behold ▪ God's face in glory,
but personal inherent righteousness is a concomitant, necessary for every person that would behold his glory, Heb. 12.14. This thy perfect righteousness in heaven will make thy heart exceeding glad;
but personal inherent righteousness is a concomitant, necessary for every person that would behold his glory, Hebrew 12.14. This thy perfect righteousness in heaven will make thy heart exceeding glad;
consider what joy of heart the godly have even from this testimony of their conscience onely, that they are willing to live honestly; though in many performances they come far short of their duty, and desire:
Consider what joy of heart the godly have even from this testimony of their conscience only, that they Are willing to live honestly; though in many performances they come Far short of their duty, and desire:
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Then what joy of heart will they have when they find in themselves the graces of holiness and righteousness perfected in an exact conformity unto the will of God;
Then what joy of heart will they have when they find in themselves the graces of holiness and righteousness perfected in an exact conformity unto the will of God;
when the Comforter will dwell in us for ever? Then will there be in our hearts an ever and overflowing fountain of Joy, we shall be perfectly righteous, and never grieve the Spirit;
when the Comforter will dwell in us for ever? Then will there be in our hearts an ever and overflowing fountain of Joy, we shall be perfectly righteous, and never grieve the Spirit;
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Therefore be glad in the Lord, and rejoyce ye righteous, and shout for Ioy all ye that are upright in heart, Psal. 32.11. The fourth point considerable is the measure of our happiness, set down in these words, I shall be satisfied with thy likeness.
Therefore be glad in the Lord, and rejoice you righteous, and shout for Joy all you that Are upright in heart, Psalm 32.11. The fourth point considerable is the measure of our happiness, Set down in these words, I shall be satisfied with thy likeness.
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the eternal misery of the damned wil be perpetuated both in a punishment of loss, which is called outer darkness, the want of Gods gracious and comfortable presence for ever;
the Eternal misery of the damned will be perpetuated both in a punishment of loss, which is called outer darkness, the want of God's gracious and comfortable presence for ever;
2. We shall have rest from inward temptations, and suggestions, then the sparkles of inordinate concupiscence, smoaking even in the regenerated, will be fully quenched with that pure river of the water of life, clear as cristal, proceeding out of the throne of God,
2. We shall have rest from inward temptations, and suggestions, then the sparkles of inordinate concupiscence, smoking even in the regenerated, will be Fully quenched with that pure river of the water of life, clear as crystal, proceeding out of the throne of God,
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and of the Lamb, Rev. 22.1. then shall we get rest from indwelling corruption, that like the troubled Sea casts up the dirt and myre of impure suggestions;
and of the Lamb, Rev. 22.1. then shall we get rest from indwelling corruption, that like the troubled Sea Cast up the dirt and mire of impure suggestions;
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as the soul of righteous Lot was vexed with the iniquities of Sodom; as David was vexed with the malicious calumnies of his evil neighbours, Psa. 118.12. they compassed me about like Bees;
as the soul of righteous Lot was vexed with the iniquities of Sodom; as David was vexed with the malicious calumnies of his evil neighbours, Psa. 118.12. they compassed me about like Bees;
But in that day of resurrection, which is the inaugurall of our consummate glory, there will be a separation of the goats from the sheep for ever, Esay 11.9. in the mount Zion that is above, there will be none to hurt, Rev. 21.15. without shall be dogs, and whosoever loveth or maketh lyes;
But in that day of resurrection, which is the inaugurall of our consummate glory, there will be a separation of the Goats from the sheep for ever, Isaiah 11.9. in the mount Zion that is above, there will be none to hurt, Rev. 21.15. without shall be Dogs, and whosoever loves or makes lies;
here in this world, simple and well meaning people are deceived and destroyed by state lyars, who under a pretext of grievance for misgovernment and zeal for reformation, draw away the people from duty to lawful Superiours,
Here in this world, simple and well meaning people Are deceived and destroyed by state liars, who under a pretext of grievance for misgovernment and zeal for Reformation, draw away the people from duty to lawful Superiors,
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as Absolom by false aspersions, stole away the hearts of the people, 2 Sam. 15.3, 6. here also flatterers by their lyes spread a net before the seet of the Rulers,
as Absalom by false Aspersions, stole away the hearts of the people, 2 Sam. 15.3, 6. Here also Flatterers by their lies spread a net before the seet of the Rulers,
and under pretext of zeal for the sacred Authority, do alienate the hearts, and provoke the hands of Rulers to be stretched out against the faithful, such a lyar was Amaziach against Amos, Amos 7. and Doeg against the Priests, but in heaven there will be no such scandals to grieve the godly, Math. 13.41. The Son of man shall send his Angels, and they shall gather out of his Kingdom all things that offend.
and under pretext of zeal for the sacred authority, do alienate the hearts, and provoke the hands of Rulers to be stretched out against the faithful, such a liar was Amaziach against Amos, Amos 7. and Doeg against the Priests, but in heaven there will be no such scandals to grieve the godly, Math. 13.41. The Son of man shall send his Angels, and they shall gather out of his Kingdom all things that offend.
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but also from all differences that through ignorance in Iudgement, or weakness in affection do fall out here amongst the Godly, and interrupt the comfort of mutual communion;
but also from all differences that through ignorance in Judgement, or weakness in affection do fallen out Here among the Godly, and interrupt the Comfort of mutual communion;
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But here is our comfort, that establisheth our hearts amidst all the winds and waves of temptations here, we shall have a calm in heaven, and good dayes for ever;
But Here is our Comfort, that Establisheth our hearts amid all the winds and waves of temptations Here, we shall have a Cam in heaven, and good days for ever;
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Not only will the Saints in heaven have that privative blessing of peace and rest from all trouble for ever, but also they will have the positive blessing of joy and delight for ever;
Not only will the Saints in heaven have that privative blessing of peace and rest from all trouble for ever, but also they will have the positive blessing of joy and delight for ever;
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David had much joy in bringing up the Ark of God, but at the same time great sorrow for the breach made upon Ʋzzah: This is the Lords great wisdom to temper and moderate our joy;
David had much joy in bringing up the Ark of God, but At the same time great sorrow for the breach made upon Ʋzzah: This is the lords great Wisdom to temper and moderate our joy;
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here our joy is mixed with fear, Psal. 2. Rejoyce in trembling; the woman departed from the Sepulcher of our Lord with fear and great joy, Math. 28.8. in our regenerate estate though we have joy from Christ that is formed in us, yet the impression of the terrours of God before the time of our new birth remain in us;
Here our joy is mixed with Fear, Psalm 2. Rejoice in trembling; the woman departed from the Sepulcher of our Lord with Fear and great joy, Math. 28.8. in our regenerate estate though we have joy from christ that is formed in us, yet the impression of the terrors of God before the time of our new birth remain in us;
yet the impression of the storm remains and makes an Agitation The tender mother recovering her young child from danger of a fall hath joy from the recovery,
yet the impression of the storm remains and makes an Agitation The tender mother recovering her young child from danger of a fallen hath joy from the recovery,
The sound believer doth look up to Christ crucified, and doth rejoyce in his incomparable love, that such a person should have dyed such a death for such as were enemies to God by sinful inclinations and wicked works;
The found believer does look up to christ Crucified, and does rejoice in his incomparable love, that such a person should have died such a death for such as were enemies to God by sinful inclinations and wicked works;
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but when they compare it with that original and primitive righteousness, they mourn bitterly, as the Elders of Israel did at the rebuilding of the Temple, Ezra, 3.12. Those who had seen the first house weeped;
but when they compare it with that original and primitive righteousness, they mourn bitterly, as the Elders of Israel did At the rebuilding of the Temple, Ezra, 3.12. Those who had seen the First house Wept;
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It is good to be here, (said he.) How much more will all worldly troubles and delights be forgot at that soul-satisfying sight in heaven, which is as far above that of Peter in the Mount,
It is good to be Here, (said he.) How much more will all worldly Troubles and delights be forgotten At that Soul-satisfying sighed in heaven, which is as Far above that of Peter in the Mount,
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Obj. But will not the Saints in heaven remember the evils on earth from which they were delivered? and if so be they remember them, will it be with any sorrow or fear?
Object But will not the Saints in heaven Remember the evils on earth from which they were Delivered? and if so be they Remember them, will it be with any sorrow or Fear?
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The knowledge of the misery of the damned, though of their dearest friends and acquaintance on earth, will be matter of praising Gods Justice declared on them,
The knowledge of the misery of the damned, though of their dearest Friends and acquaintance on earth, will be matter of praising God's justice declared on them,
for if the measure of our joy here from faith into the gracious promises, and from some sense of love, be above expression, what will be the joy in that facial vision? If such be the joy of faith in hearing of our Lord and husband by his sacred letter, and secret tokens of love:
for if the measure of our joy Here from faith into the gracious promises, and from Some sense of love, be above expression, what will be the joy in that facial vision? If such be the joy of faith in hearing of our Lord and husband by his sacred Letter, and secret tokens of love:
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what will be our joy in seeing him and dwelling with him for ever? if the passengers at Sea have such joy in seeing the desired Land a far of, through the prospect of faith, what will be the measure of their joy,
what will be our joy in seeing him and Dwelling with him for ever? if the passengers At Sea have such joy in seeing the desired Land a Far of, through the prospect of faith, what will be the measure of their joy,
when they come within that part of eternal salvation where they shal have perpetual tranquillity and perfect delight in the fruition of God, in whom as the center do meet all the lines of created comforts and delights that have been drawn forth at any time to any part of the circumference of this world;
when they come within that part of Eternal salvation where they shall have perpetual tranquillity and perfect delight in the fruition of God, in whom as the centre do meet all the lines of created comforts and delights that have been drawn forth At any time to any part of the circumference of this world;
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As our joy in heaven will be intensively full, in the degrees and measure so will it be extensively full to the whole person, both to the soul and to the body.
As our joy in heaven will be intensively full, in the Degrees and measure so will it be extensively full to the Whole person, both to the soul and to the body.
so in the day of the inlargement of our bodies out of the grave there will be given to the Saints a long and large white robe of innocency both to soul and body.
so in the day of the enlargement of our bodies out of the grave there will be given to the Saints a long and large white robe of innocency both to soul and body.
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Then heavenly comliness and brightness shall as a ring adorn the body, and the whole person in soul and body will be preferred to sit at the right hand of God in glory;
Then heavenly comeliness and brightness shall as a ring adorn the body, and the Whole person in soul and body will be preferred to fit At the right hand of God in glory;
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then will the soul be affected with joy from the body, when it looketh out by the eye and beholdeth the glorious body of Christ, the glorified bodies of the Saints,
then will the soul be affected with joy from the body, when it looks out by the eye and beholdeth the glorious body of christ, the glorified bodies of the Saints,
as light within a glass is transparent, so the inward glory of the soul will be legible in the large Characters of an ever cheerful countenance in the body.
as Light within a glass is transparent, so the inward glory of the soul will be legible in the large Characters of an ever cheerful countenance in the body.
As the joy of the glorified Saints will be in full measure and extent, so it will be permanent and perpetual, Ps. 16.11. At thy right hand there are pleasures for evermore. Joh. 16.22. Your joy (said our Lord to his Disciples) no man taketh from you;
As the joy of the glorified Saints will be in full measure and extent, so it will be permanent and perpetual, Ps. 16.11. At thy right hand there Are pleasures for evermore. John 16.22. Your joy (said our Lord to his Disciples) no man Takes from you;
at one time we are full both of matter and affection to praise our God, that we may say with Elihu, Iob. 32.18. The Spirit within constraineth me, I am full of matter, at another time our heart and spirit is like a bottle in the smoak;
At one time we Are full both of matter and affection to praise our God, that we may say with Elihu, Job 32.18. The Spirit within constrains me, I am full of matter, At Another time our heart and Spirit is like a Bottle in the smoke;
a perpetual joy, but without wearying or loathing, because there will be infinite and recent variety of sweetness in God to delight and rejoyce our hearts for ever.
a perpetual joy, but without wearying or loathing, Because there will be infinite and recent variety of sweetness in God to delight and rejoice our hearts for ever.
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Answ. 1. It is most probable, there will be degrees of glory in heaven, Dan. 12.3. some shall shine as the brightness of the firmament, and others as the stars for ever and ever. 1 Cor. 15.41. there is one glory of the Sun, another of the Moon, and another glory of the Stars;
Answer 1. It is most probable, there will be Degrees of glory in heaven, Dan. 12.3. Some shall shine as the brightness of the firmament, and Others as the Stars for ever and ever. 1 Cor. 15.41. there is one glory of the Sun, Another of the Moon, and Another glory of the Stars;
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though he do it not, Luke 12.47. It will be more tolerable for Sodom and Gomorrah in the day of Iudgement, then for those Cities which did contemn and reject the offer of the Gospel, Mat. 10.15. 2. Though there will be degrees of glory in heaven, yet all the Saints will be fully satisfied with that one essential and substantial glory communicate to all in the vision and fruition of the one infinite and al-sufficient God;
though he do it not, Lycia 12.47. It will be more tolerable for Sodom and Gomorrah in the day of Judgement, then for those Cities which did contemn and reject the offer of the Gospel, Mathew 10.15. 2. Though there will be Degrees of glory in heaven, yet all the Saints will be Fully satisfied with that one essential and substantial glory communicate to all in the vision and fruition of the one infinite and All-sufficient God;
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This doctrine affords a ground of sharp reproof against all profane and earthly-minded men, who with profane Esau do sell their part of this full refreshment and satisfaction for the deceitful and perishing pleasures of sin;
This Doctrine affords a ground of sharp reproof against all profane and earthly-minded men, who with profane Esau do fell their part of this full refreshment and satisfaction for the deceitful and perishing pleasures of since;
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To such in our time, I say as Isaiah did to those in his time, Isa. 55.2. wherefore do ye spend your money for that which is not bread, and your labour for that which satisfies not? Therefore to the end thy heart may be rectified, I offer these considerations.
To such in our time, I say as Isaiah did to those in his time, Isaiah 55.2. Wherefore do you spend your money for that which is not bred, and your labour for that which Satisfies not? Therefore to the end thy heart may be rectified, I offer these considerations.
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and where are vehement desires of more preferment, there cannot be satisfaction: Neither do sensual pleasures satisfie the incontinent or intemperate man:
and where Are vehement Desires of more preferment, there cannot be satisfaction: Neither do sensual pleasures satisfy the incontinent or intemperate man:
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and eat that which is good, and let your soul delight it self in fatness; obey that exhortation of the Apostle, Col. 3.2. set your affections on things above, and not on things on earth; covet the best things;
and eat that which is good, and let your soul delight it self in fatness; obey that exhortation of the Apostle, Col. 3.2. Set your affections on things above, and not on things on earth; covet the best things;
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and all thy spiritual desires shall be turned into delights there. 2. Consider the pleasures of sin are deceitful, Heb. 3.13. they perform the very contrary of that they promise in the temptation;
and all thy spiritual Desires shall be turned into delights there. 2. Consider the pleasures of since Are deceitful, Hebrew 3.13. they perform the very contrary of that they promise in the temptation;
and so to dye, that when thou art awaked in the day of resurrection thou mayst be satisfied with the sight of Gods face immediately after thy awaking,
and so to die, that when thou art awaked in the day of resurrection thou Mayest be satisfied with the sighed of God's face immediately After thy awaking,
Answ. 1. Thou must be a mourner here for thy sins, Luk. 6.21. Blessed are ye that weep now, for ye shall laugh. Psa. 126.5. They that sow in tears, shall reap in joy;
Answer 1. Thou must be a mourner Here for thy Sins, Luk. 6.21. Blessed Are you that weep now, for you shall laugh. Psa. 126.5. They that sow in tears, shall reap in joy;
This doctrine serveth for a ground of comfort and encouragement unto the children of God. 1. Against all thy discouragements from many sad dispensations:
This Doctrine serves for a ground of Comfort and encouragement unto the children of God. 1. Against all thy discouragements from many sad dispensations:
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and thou shalt be abundantly satisfied with the fatness of Gods house, and thou shalt drink of the Rivers of his pleasures, Psal. 36.8. those heavenly pleasures are deep like Rivers, they are a part of the unsearchable riches of Christ, Eph. 3.8. They are long like Rivers, they are continued for ever;
and thou shalt be abundantly satisfied with the fatness of God's house, and thou shalt drink of the rivers of his pleasures, Psalm 36.8. those heavenly pleasures Are deep like rivers, they Are a part of the unsearchable riches of christ, Ephesians 3.8. They Are long like rivers, they Are continued for ever;
It may be thou art disquieted with the unjust reproaches of men, and mayst in thy sad experience complain, as Psal. 69.20. Reproach hath broken my heart, and I am full of heaviness;
It may be thou art disquieted with the unjust Reproaches of men, and Mayest in thy sad experience complain, as Psalm 69.20. Reproach hath broken my heart, and I am full of heaviness;
yet lift up thine heart, behold the day of thy redemption draweth neer, the Lord shall bring forth the righteousness of his servants as the light at noon-tyde of the day.
yet lift up thine heart, behold the day of thy redemption draws near, the Lord shall bring forth the righteousness of his Servants as the Light At noontide of the day.
Rejoyce thou in the hope of that solemn Iustification before man and Angel, by which the foul mouthes of thy violent and malicious reproachers shall be stopped for ever:
Rejoice thou in the hope of that solemn Justification before man and Angel, by which the foul mouths of thy violent and malicious reproachers shall be stopped for ever:
Then shall they be speechless, and confounded with shame when they shall hear the righteous Judge absolve many persons, whom they in their supercilious and Pharisaical pride, pre-condemned as prophane and unrighteous;
Then shall they be speechless, and confounded with shame when they shall hear the righteous Judge absolve many Persons, whom they in their supercilious and Pharisaical pride, pre-condemned as profane and unrighteous;
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yet now and then he will give unto thee a blink of his favour to uphold thy heart till the day of thy full refreshment, Math. 28 7. the Angel said of Christ to the woman, He goeth before you into Galilee, there shall yee see him;
yet now and then he will give unto thee a blink of his favour to uphold thy heart till the day of thy full refreshment, Math. 28 7. the Angel said of christ to the woman, He Goes before you into Galilee, there shall ye see him;
he is able to preserve thee from the contagion of their society, as he did Joseph and Daniel from the Idolatry of Egypt and Babylon, and Obadiah from the abominations of Achab, and his Court;
he is able to preserve thee from the contagion of their society, as he did Joseph and daniel from the Idolatry of Egypt and Babylon, and Obadiah from the abominations of Ahab, and his Court;
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though thou mayst have an evil communion with them as Citizens of the same present world yet must thou not have a communion or fellowship with their unfruitful Works of darkness, for thou art a Citizen of heaven,
though thou Mayest have an evil communion with them as Citizens of the same present world yet must thou not have a communion or fellowship with their unfruitful Works of darkness, for thou art a Citizen of heaven,
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and called out of darkness unto light, be earnest in daily prayer with God to be saved from that froward generation, rejoyce in the hope of that comfortable communion with the Saints in heaven:
and called out of darkness unto Light, be earnest in daily prayer with God to be saved from that froward generation, rejoice in the hope of that comfortable communion with the Saints in heaven:
for the Saints here who are the salt of the earth for its preservation, are also like unto salt in this respect, they are not all in one place of the earth, but scattered here and there:
for the Saints Here who Are the salt of the earth for its preservation, Are also like unto salt in this respect, they Are not all in one place of the earth, but scattered Here and there:
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Therefore under sense of any wants here, bodily or spiritual, rejoyce thou in the hope of that full sight, full peace, full joy, and full perfection in holyness:
Therefore under sense of any Wants Here, bodily or spiritual, rejoice thou in the hope of that full sighed, full peace, full joy, and full perfection in holiness:
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he himself will be the end of all our desires, who without all end will be seen, who will be loved without loathing, who will be praised without wavering:
he himself will be the end of all our Desires, who without all end will be seen, who will be loved without loathing, who will be praised without wavering:
Then (saith Bernard) The rational parts of our soul will be filled with the light of wisdom, the concupiscible part with the fountain of righteousness,
Then (Says Bernard) The rational parts of our soul will be filled with the Light of Wisdom, the concupiscible part with the fountain of righteousness,
Therefore the Believer who hath received Grace for Grace out of the fulness of Christ, both may and should in his life and death rejoyce in the hope of that full satisfaction in his Fathers house:
Therefore the Believer who hath received Grace for Grace out of the fullness of christ, both may and should in his life and death rejoice in the hope of that full satisfaction in his Father's house:
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Now to the Lord Iesus Christ, of whose fulness we receive both Grace and Glory, with the Father and holy Ghost, be ascribed all praise, honour and glory, for now and ever, Amen. FINIS.
Now to the Lord Iesus christ, of whose fullness we receive both Grace and Glory, with the Father and holy Ghost, be ascribed all praise, honour and glory, for now and ever, Amen. FINIS.
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