A treatise of the covenant of grace, as it is dispensed to the elect seed, effectually unto salvation. Being the substance of divers sermons preached upon Act. 7. 8. / by that eminently holy and judicious man of God, Mr. John Cotton, teacher of the church at Boston in N.E.
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THis blessed servant of God, Steven, being called to account concerning what he had said touching Jesus Christ his destroying the Temple, it is the scope of his whole Discourse throughout this Chapter, to justifie the Doctrine that he had taught;
THis blessed servant of God, Steven, being called to account Concerning what he had said touching jesus christ his destroying the Temple, it is the scope of his Whole Discourse throughout this Chapter, to justify the Doctrine that he had taught;
and fulfilled in Him. Three passages of Abrahams communion with God, Steven doth relate and maintain that he had them before any of Moses his Customes were known.
and fulfilled in Him. Three passages of Abrahams communion with God, Steven does relate and maintain that he had them before any of Moses his Customs were known.
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3. God gave him the Covenant of Circumcision, in the words of the Text. And Abraham in the strength of the Blessing of God begat Isaac, and circumcised him according to Gods direction;
3. God gave him the Covenant of Circumcision, in the words of the Text. And Abraham in the strength of the Blessing of God begat Isaac, and circumcised him according to God's direction;
That in the Covenant which God made with Abraham, God gave himself to be a God to Abraham, and to his Seed; and received Abraham and his Seed to be a People unto himself;
That in the Covenant which God made with Abraham, God gave himself to be a God to Abraham, and to his Seed; and received Abraham and his Seed to be a People unto himself;
they be, (for to speak of Circumcision before the Covenant, it is but a seal to a blank) where the Lord expresseth himself thus, saying, I will stablish my Covenant between me and thee,
they be, (for to speak of Circumcision before the Covenant, it is but a seal to a blank) where the Lord Expresses himself thus, saying, I will establish my Covenant between me and thee,
As for other parts of the Covenant, they were more properly given unto himself, as to be exceeding fruitful, and to be the Father of many Nations, to inherit the land of Canaan, &c. those things were more peculiarly proper unto Abraham, though they have also a moral and universal use and force in all the Faithful, whom the Lord doth make fruitful,
As for other parts of the Covenant, they were more properly given unto himself, as to be exceeding fruitful, and to be the Father of many nations, to inherit the land of Canaan, etc. those things were more peculiarly proper unto Abraham, though they have also a moral and universal use and force in all the Faithful, whom the Lord does make fruitful,
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for if God do give himself to be a God to Abraham, and to his Seed, and doth not firstly require it of Abraham and of his Seed that they should give up themselves to be his People, then it must of necessity follow, that the Lord will undertake to receive them to be a People unto himself,
for if God do give himself to be a God to Abraham, and to his Seed, and does not firstly require it of Abraham and of his Seed that they should give up themselves to be his People, then it must of necessity follow, that the Lord will undertake to receive them to be a People unto himself,
and so he will perform both his own part of the Covenant, and Abrahams part also, according to what we read, Deut. 7.6, 7, 8. The Lord thy God hath chosen thee to be a special People unto himself:
and so he will perform both his own part of the Covenant, and Abrahams part also, according to what we read, Deuteronomy 7.6, 7, 8. The Lord thy God hath chosen thee to be a special People unto himself:
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& 13. where the Lord entereth into another Covenant with them in the land of Moab, besides the Covenant which he made with them in Horeb; and in this Covenant he doth establish them to be a People unto himself,
& 13. where the Lord entereth into Another Covenant with them in the land of Moab, beside the Covenant which he made with them in Horeb; and in this Covenant he does establish them to be a People unto himself,
Now in this gift, that God gave himself unto Abraham, Observe 3. things, 1. The Blessing given. 2. The Order in which it was given. 3. The manner of giving it. 1. In the Blessing given:
Now in this gift, that God gave himself unto Abraham, Observe 3. things, 1. The Blessing given. 2. The Order in which it was given. 3. The manner of giving it. 1. In the Blessing given:
For it is not a confused God, that vanisheth away in a general imagination, but God distinctly considered in his Persons, Attributes, Properties, &c. thus the Lord giveth himself to Abrabam and to his seed:
For it is not a confused God, that Vanishes away in a general imagination, but God distinctly considered in his Persons, Attributes, Properties, etc. thus the Lord gives himself to Abraham and to his seed:
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If therefore the Lord God the Father give himself, he will not be wanting to draw his people unto the Son, Joh. 6.44. No man can come to me, except the Father which hath sent me draw him:
If Therefore the Lord God the Father give himself, he will not be wanting to draw his people unto the Son, John 6.44. No man can come to me, except the Father which hath sent me draw him:
this therefore the Lord Jesus Christ will do for all the elect seed of Abraham: He will open their eyes to see, that the Father did not draw them to Damnation,
this Therefore the Lord jesus christ will do for all the elect seed of Abraham: He will open their eyes to see, that the Father did not draw them to Damnation,
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then will he convince the world of Sin, of Righteousness, and of Judgment, Joh. 16.8. to 11. and so will stablish our hearts in the Comforts of the Lord our God;
then will he convince the world of since, of Righteousness, and of Judgement, John 16.8. to 11. and so will establish our hearts in the Comforts of the Lord our God;
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and this is that which the Apostle prayeth for the Ephesians, chap. 3.16. That the Lord would grant unto them according to the riches of his glory, to be strengthned with might by his spirit in the inner man:
and this is that which the Apostle Prayeth for the Ephesians, chap. 3.16. That the Lord would grant unto them according to the riches of his glory, to be strengthened with might by his Spirit in the inner man:
and therefore when Moses desired to see his Glory (and he desired it from the Grace that God had shewed him) Exod. 34.6. the Lord proclaimed his Name before him, Jehovah, Jehovah, strong, merciful, and gracious, long-suffering and abundant in goodness and truth:
and Therefore when Moses desired to see his Glory (and he desired it from the Grace that God had showed him) Exod 34.6. the Lord proclaimed his Name before him, Jehovah, Jehovah, strong, merciful, and gracious, long-suffering and abundant in Goodness and truth:
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For so it was in all Covenants of old time; when Jehosaphat maketh a Covenant with Ahab King of Israel, 2 King. 22.4. then, I am as thou art, and my people as thy people, and my ho ses as thy horses, and all that he hath is for Ahabs service;
For so it was in all Covenants of old time; when Jehoshaphat makes a Covenant with Ahab King of Israel, 2 King. 22.4. then, I am as thou art, and my people as thy people, and my ho ses as thy Horses, and all that he hath is for Ahabs service;
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and give himself unto us, then also doth he give us his eternal Election, and Redemption, and whatsoever he hath wrought for the salvation of his Elect:
and give himself unto us, then also does he give us his Eternal Election, and Redemption, and whatsoever he hath wrought for the salvation of his Elect:
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unto them hath he given his Lawes, and shewed them his Judgments: And for his Creatures, they are all given to be for his people, to whom he hath given himself:
unto them hath he given his Laws, and showed them his Judgments: And for his Creatures, they Are all given to be for his people, to whom he hath given himself:
when he is in Covenant with them: this is that which the Lord promiseth unto his people, Hos. 2.18. to 22. when the Lord shall marry them to him in faithfulness.
when he is in Covenant with them: this is that which the Lord promises unto his people, Hos. 2.18. to 22. when the Lord shall marry them to him in faithfulness.
Whether Paul or Apollo; or Cephas, or the World, or Life, or Death, or things present, or things to come, all are yours, 1 Cor. 3.22. This is the large Gift of Gods Covenant:
Whither Paul or Apollo; or Cephas, or the World, or Life, or Death, or things present, or things to come, all Are yours, 1 Cor. 3.22. This is the large Gift of God's Covenant:
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Nay, and (which is wonderful, and beyond all comprehension) when I say all the creatures and ordinances of God are ours, the very expression of the phrase doth imply that the Lord giveth himself to be the staffe and strength of them,
Nay, and (which is wondered, and beyond all comprehension) when I say all the creatures and ordinances of God Are ours, the very expression of the phrase does imply that the Lord gives himself to be the staff and strength of them,
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here was the Covenant of Abraham, the Lord gave him the mouth, and arms, and tears of his brother Esau; what saith Jacob to all this? Gen. 33.10. I have seen thy face as though I had seen the face of God:
Here was the Covenant of Abraham, the Lord gave him the Mouth, and arms, and tears of his brother Esau; what Says Jacob to all this? Gen. 33.10. I have seen thy face as though I had seen the face of God:
This is the main thing given, God himself, the God of the Covenant, his Persons, Nature, Ordinances, Providences, and now Abraham is made the Lord of the world,
This is the main thing given, God himself, the God of the Covenant, his Persons, Nature, Ordinances, Providences, and now Abraham is made the Lord of the world,
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for which of all the creatures shall offer a Covenant unto the mighty God? Rom. 11.35. Who hath given unto him first? and it shall be recompensed unto him again;
for which of all the creatures shall offer a Covenant unto the mighty God? Rom. 11.35. Who hath given unto him First? and it shall be recompensed unto him again;
For doth he give the world first? or ordinances first? or any other spiritual or temporal blessings first? No doubtless, the Lord is the first thing that he giveth by his Covenant,
For does he give the world First? or ordinances First? or any other spiritual or temporal blessings First? No doubtless, the Lord is the First thing that he gives by his Covenant,
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he is given, and in him all spiritual blessings, as the Apostle saith, Eph. 1.3. Blessed be God the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ Jesus.
he is given, and in him all spiritual blessings, as the Apostle Says, Ephesians 1.3. Blessed be God the Father of our Lord jesus christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in christ jesus.
In that he giveth himself, it must of necessity be done freely; for what can any creature give to purchase God? if a man could give thousands of worlds, they were not enough to redeem or purchase one soul;
In that he gives himself, it must of necessity be done freely; for what can any creature give to purchase God? if a man could give thousands of world's, they were not enough to Redeem or purchase one soul;
He required this of Abraham, that he should walk before him, and be upright, Gen. 17.1. but the very truth is, though Abraham shall perform these things in an Evangelical manner;
He required this of Abraham, that he should walk before him, and be upright, Gen. 17.1. but the very truth is, though Abraham shall perform these things in an Evangelical manner;
and therefore it is that the Apostle telleth us that the Lord took hold of Paul, that he might take hold upon the Lord, Phil. 3.12. I follow after, if that I may apprehend that, for which also I am apprehended of Christ Jesus:
and Therefore it is that the Apostle Telleth us that the Lord took hold of Paul, that he might take hold upon the Lord, Philip 3.12. I follow After, if that I may apprehend that, for which also I am apprehended of christ jesus:
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God the Father seeth it needfull for their everlasting Salvation, therefore he doth give him Circumcision, and giveth him the grace to circumcise his children:
God the Father sees it needful for their everlasting Salvation, Therefore he does give him Circumcision, and gives him the grace to circumcise his children:
It is true, he may circumcise Isaac, but who shall circumcise the heart of Isaac? it is a small matter to circumcise the flesh: so it is a small matter for us to baptize with water; but who must wash us from our sins, save only the Lord our God? so that he doth secretly intimate, that what his poor servants do outwardly, he would do it inwardly and effectually.
It is true, he may circumcise Isaac, but who shall circumcise the heart of Isaac? it is a small matter to circumcise the Flesh: so it is a small matter for us to baptise with water; but who must wash us from our Sins, save only the Lord our God? so that he does secretly intimate, that what his poor Servants do outwardly, he would do it inwardly and effectually.
of what use were these weapons to such an end? what would the Lord shew his people hereby? hereby he teacheth them to know by what ability and power to bring mighty things to pass:
of what use were these weapons to such an end? what would the Lord show his people hereby? hereby he Teaches them to know by what ability and power to bring mighty things to pass:
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Here is the freeness of Gods Covenant, in that the Lord giveth himself first, Jer. 32.40. I will make an everlasting Covenant with them, that I will not turn away from them to do them good:
Here is the freeness of God's Covenant, in that the Lord gives himself First, Jer. 32.40. I will make an everlasting Covenant with them, that I will not turn away from them to do them good:
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I am Jehovah, I change not, Mal. 3.6. therefore ye sons of Jacob are not consumed: Hence springeth our Eternity, and perseverance unto it (Rom. 11.29.) for the gifts and callings of God are without repentance:
I am Jehovah, I change not, Malachi 3.6. Therefore you Sons of Jacob Are not consumed: Hence springs our Eternity, and perseverance unto it (Rom. 11.29.) for the Gifts and callings of God Are without Repentance:
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And I am perswaded (saith the Apostle Paul) that he that hath begun this work will perfect it until the day of Jesus Christ, Phil. 1.6. The Lord took your Father Abram, and brought him from the other side of the floud: Josh. 24.3. and he being called, obeyed, Heb. 11.8.
And I am persuaded (Says the Apostle Paul) that he that hath begun this work will perfect it until the day of jesus christ, Philip 1.6. The Lord took your Father Abram, and brought him from the other side of the flood: Josh. 24.3. and he being called, obeyed, Hebrew 11.8.
thus he dealt with the children of Israel, and called them to be a singular People unto himself, Deut. 7.6, 7, 8. Thus doth the Lord deal with all those, whom he receiveth to be a people unto himself:
thus he dealt with the children of Israel, and called them to be a singular People unto himself, Deuteronomy 7.6, 7, 8. Thus does the Lord deal with all those, whom he receives to be a people unto himself:
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He cutteth them off from the Covenant of Abraham, Mat. 3.9. Think not to say within your selves that you have Abraham to your Father; for I say unto you, that God is able of these stones to raise up children unto Abraham:
He cutteth them off from the Covenant of Abraham, Mathew 3.9. Think not to say within your selves that you have Abraham to your Father; for I say unto you, that God is able of these stones to raise up children unto Abraham:
From their good Works also the Lord Jesus Christ cutteth them off, Mat. 6.2. When thou dost thine alms, sound not a Trumpet before thee as the Hypocrites do, that they may have the glory of men:
From their good Works also the Lord jesus christ cutteth them off, Mathew 6.2. When thou dost thine alms, found not a Trumpet before thee as the Hypocrites do, that they may have the glory of men:
and vers. 5. When thou prayest, thou shalt not be as the Hypocrites are, &c. and vers. 16. When ye Fast, ye shall not be as the Hypocrites are, of a sad countenance, &c. This was a Spirit of Burning which the Lord conveyed by the Ministry of Christ, and of John Baptist, to burn up all the Hypocrites like stubble;
and vers. 5. When thou Prayest, thou shalt not be as the Hypocrites Are, etc. and vers. 16. When you Fast, you shall not be as the Hypocrites Are, of a sad countenance, etc. This was a Spirit of Burning which the Lord conveyed by the Ministry of christ, and of John Baptist, to burn up all the Hypocrites like stubble;
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the one is a spirit of Sanctification, and the other is a consuming Fire, which forceth them not to build any comfort upon any works that they have done:
the one is a Spirit of Sanctification, and the other is a consuming Fire, which forceth them not to built any Comfort upon any works that they have done:
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this may Hypocrites reach unto in their judgments, so as that they may be convinced that they have neither root within them, nor branch growing upon them;
this may Hypocrites reach unto in their Judgments, so as that they may be convinced that they have neither root within them, nor branch growing upon them;
no green branch of righteousness remaining, but all is blasted and broken in pieces, according to what the Prophet Isay saith, chap. 40.6, 7. All flesh is grass, and all the goodliness thereof is as the flower of the field:
no green branch of righteousness remaining, but all is blasted and broken in Pieces, according to what the Prophet Saiah Says, chap. 40.6, 7. All Flesh is grass, and all the goodliness thereof is as the flower of the field:
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the Father giveth himself and his Son by his blessed Spirit, (for the Spirit it is by which he doth visit the hearts of his people) and this is the main Blessing of the Covenant of Grace.
the Father gives himself and his Son by his blessed Spirit, (for the Spirit it is by which he does visit the hearts of his people) and this is the main Blessing of the Covenant of Grace.
1. They being thus prepared, the Spirit of God taketh up his seat in the soul, by making it a Temple unto himself, in the Name of the Father, and of the Son;
1. They being thus prepared, the Spirit of God Takes up his seat in the soul, by making it a Temple unto himself, in the Name of the Father, and of the Son;
but by Gods eternal Counsel.) The fame Spirit is also called the Comforter, whom Jesus Christ hath promised to send, Joh. 16.7, 8, 9. If I depart, I will send you the Comforter;
but by God's Eternal Counsel.) The fame Spirit is also called the Comforter, whom jesus christ hath promised to send, John 16.7, 8, 9. If I depart, I will send you the Comforter;
but unto you that fear my Name, shall the Son of righteousness arise with healing in his wings, &c. Mal. 4.2. Herein is implied such a reverent fear, as distrusting our selves, giveth all the honour to the Lord Jesus:
but unto you that Fear my Name, shall the Son of righteousness arise with healing in his wings, etc. Malachi 4.2. Herein is implied such a reverend Fear, as distrusting our selves, gives all the honour to the Lord jesus:
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this Fear of the Lord accompanieth Faith, and is of like nature to it: both of them distrusting our selves, and both of them giving all honour to Christ;
this fear of the Lord accompanieth Faith, and is of like nature to it: both of them distrusting our selves, and both of them giving all honour to christ;
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for our Effectual calling bringeth us to be one with him, 1 Cor. 1.9. God is faithful, by whom ye were called into the fellowship of his Son Jesus Christ.
for our Effectual calling brings us to be one with him, 1 Cor. 1.9. God is faithful, by whom you were called into the fellowship of his Son jesus christ.
and hath not only burnt up root and branch of our Legal righteousness, but hath also melted us unto a soft frame to yeeld up our selves unto the Lord;
and hath not only burned up root and branch of our Legal righteousness, but hath also melted us unto a soft frame to yield up our selves unto the Lord;
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but upon some absolute free Promise of God unto the soul, according to what we read, Isai. 43.22. to 25. Thou hast not called upon me O Jacob, but thou hast been weary of me O Israel;
but upon Some absolute free Promise of God unto the soul, according to what we read, Isaiah 43.22. to 25. Thou hast not called upon me Oh Jacob, but thou hast been weary of me Oh Israel;
You will say, Though some may be converted by such an absolute Promise, yet some other mans Faith may be built upon a conditional Promise, and the condition preexistent. I pray you consider it:
You will say, Though Some may be converted by such an absolute Promise, yet Some other men Faith may be built upon a conditional Promise, and the condition preexistent. I pray you Consider it:
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Our Faith closeth with Christ upon a promise of Free-Grace, otherwise (as saith Calvin ) my faith would alwaies be trembling and wavering, as my works be.
Our Faith closeth with christ upon a promise of Free-Grace, otherwise (as Says calvin) my faith would always be trembling and wavering, as my works be.
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Upon a promise of Free-Grace therefore my Faith is built, as upon the promise of God in Christ reconciling the world unto himself, 2 Cor. 5.18, 19. The word is (it may be) spoken outwardly unto all Christians:
Upon a promise of Free-Grace Therefore my Faith is built, as upon the promise of God in christ reconciling the world unto himself, 2 Cor. 5.18, 19. The word is (it may be) spoken outwardly unto all Christians:
First, he beleeveth the promise of Free-grace, and then afterward come other promises, that do bear witness unto the right application of that promise unto the soul:
First, he Believeth the promise of Free grace, and then afterwards come other promises, that do bear witness unto the right application of that promise unto the soul:
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So when we do receive Christ by this living Faith, having the Life of Christ in us, we have the righteousness of Christ (the second Adam ) imputed to us.
So when we do receive christ by this living Faith, having the Life of christ in us, we have the righteousness of christ (the second Adam) imputed to us.
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but is meerly passive, yet sinful it is, and a childe of Adam: So also in this our Regeneration, the soul receiveth Christ by that Faith which the Lord hath wrought in it, whereby also it is made capable of the priviledg of Adoption; and so the Lord accounteth us his children,
but is merely passive, yet sinful it is, and a child of Adam: So also in this our Regeneration, the soul receives christ by that Faith which the Lord hath wrought in it, whereby also it is made capable of the privilege of Adoption; and so the Lord accounteth us his children,
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or pardon of sin, and then there is a promise in a Justified person to walk in the spirit, Gal. 5.25. If we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit.
or pardon of since, and then there is a promise in a Justified person to walk in the Spirit, Gal. 5.25. If we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit.
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and this Sanctification groweth, and encreaseth more and more, 2 Cor. 7.1. 1 Thes. 4.1. & 5.23. 2. The other positive gift is Glorification, which we read of, Rom. 8.30. Whom he called, them also he justified;
and this Sanctification grows, and increases more and more, 2 Cor. 7.1. 1 Thebes 4.1. & 5.23. 2. The other positive gift is Glorification, which we read of, Rom. 8.30. Whom he called, them also he justified;
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and whom he justified, them also he glorified: this the Apostle Peter mentioneth, 1 Pet. 5.10. The God of all grace hath called us into his eternal glory it Christ Jesus:
and whom he justified, them also he glorified: this the Apostle Peter mentioneth, 1 Pet. 5.10. The God of all grace hath called us into his Eternal glory it christ jesus:
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Thus we see the second branch of the Doctrine opened, How the Lord doth receive Abraham and his seed unto himself, preparing them by a spirit of Bondage, and of Burning, and then taking possession of them savingly by the inhabitation of the blessed Spirit;
Thus we see the second branch of the Doctrine opened, How the Lord does receive Abraham and his seed unto himself, preparing them by a Spirit of Bondage, and of Burning, and then taking possession of them savingly by the inhabitation of the blessed Spirit;
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first, by receiving Jesus Christ the Son of the Virgin Mary, to be one Person with the second in Trinity, hereby laying a ground of a firm Mediation between God and us:
First, by receiving jesus christ the Son of the Virgae Marry, to be one Person with the second in Trinity, hereby laying a ground of a firm Mediation between God and us:
for Jesus Christ being of Gods Nature, therefore he will be faithful unto God; and being of our Nature, therefore he will be compassionate towards us.
for jesus christ being of God's Nature, Therefore he will be faithful unto God; and being of our Nature, Therefore he will be compassionate towards us.
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And here is the root of all the life and power of this Mediation, to wit, this Personal Union of the Son of man, with the second Person in Trinity, which is a firm and everlasting Union
And Here is the root of all the life and power of this Mediation, to wit, this Personal union of the Son of man, with the second Person in Trinity, which is a firm and everlasting union
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1. To receive from God all the promises and gracious gifts, whatsoever is requisite for him to be, King, Priest, and Prophet; and all these things he receiveth from the hand of the Father, Col. 1.19. for it pleased the Father that in him should all fulness dwell:
1. To receive from God all the promises and gracious Gifts, whatsoever is requisite for him to be, King, Priest, and Prophet; and all these things he receives from the hand of the Father, Col. 1.19. for it pleased the Father that in him should all fullness dwell:
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partly by his passion, and obedience unto the Death of the Cross, Phil. 2.8. and partly by fulfilling all the righteousness of the Law, Mat. 3.15. The Lord Jesus Christ did fully accomplish whatsoever was requisite for him to accomplish in his own Person.
partly by his passion, and Obedience unto the Death of the Cross, Philip 2.8. and partly by fulfilling all the righteousness of the Law, Mathew 3.15. The Lord jesus christ did Fully accomplish whatsoever was requisite for him to accomplish in his own Person.
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and when this blessed Spirit cometh, he applieth unto the soul all this gracious Redemption of Jesus Christ, by giving Jesus Christ and all the Fruits of his redemption,
and when this blessed Spirit comes, he Applieth unto the soul all this gracious Redemption of jesus christ, by giving jesus christ and all the Fruits of his redemption,
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if they shall keep his Laws, and obey his voice, then they shall be a peculiar treasure unto him above all people, Exod. 19.5, 6. This also they undertake to do, Deut. 5.27. All that the Lord our God shall speak unto thee, we will hear it, and do it;
if they shall keep his Laws, and obey his voice, then they shall be a peculiar treasure unto him above all people, Exod 19.5, 6. This also they undertake to do, Deuteronomy 5.27. All that the Lord our God shall speak unto thee, we will hear it, and do it;
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yet he is pleased to receive, them into some kinde of Relative Ʋnion, expressed, Jer. 32.32. Which my Covenant they brake, although I was an Husband to them.
yet he is pleased to receive, them into Some kind of Relative Ʋnion, expressed, Jer. 32.32. Which my Covenant they brake, although I was an Husband to them.
You think to withstand the Kingdom of the Lord in the hand of David, &c. Have not you cast out the Priests of the Lord? saith he, &c. But as for us, the Lord is our God,
You think to withstand the Kingdom of the Lord in the hand of David, etc. Have not you cast out the Priests of the Lord? Says he, etc. But as for us, the Lord is our God,
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there Faith built upon fellowship with Ordinances, like unto that Faith in the Scripture before alledged, Luk. 8.13. Men are affected with the Word, and beleeve, and finde comfort;
there Faith built upon fellowship with Ordinances, like unto that Faith in the Scripture before alleged, Luk. 8.13. Men Are affected with the Word, and believe, and find Comfort;
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In a Covenant of Works God giveth himself conditionally; in that of Grace, absolutely: in both, he maketh a Covenant, in the one of Grace, the other of Works, in which the voice of the Lord is,
In a Covenant of Works God gives himself conditionally; in that of Grace, absolutely: in both, he makes a Covenant, in the one of Grace, the other of Works, in which the voice of the Lord is,
There is a Difference also that springeth from the fruits of these two Covenants in their continuance: for though in the Covenant of Works there be a semblance of Justification, and Adoption, and a kinde of Sanctification, yet they endure but for a season;
There is a Difference also that springs from the fruits of these two Covenants in their Continuance: for though in the Covenant of Works there be a semblance of Justification, and Adoption, and a kind of Sanctification, yet they endure but for a season;
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So likewise their Sanctification is but for a moment, they come at last some of them to tread under foot the Bloud of the Covenant wherewith they were sanctified, Heb. 10.29.
So likewise their Sanctification is but for a moment, they come At last Some of them to tread under foot the Blood of the Covenant wherewith they were sanctified, Hebrew 10.29.
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which things are not that Sanctification which is a fruit of Saving Faith; but only such gifts as do sanctifie them unto the work of the Ministery perhaps,
which things Are not that Sanctification which is a fruit of Saving Faith; but only such Gifts as do sanctify them unto the work of the Ministry perhaps,
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and those are Goats, so called, Mat. 25.32, 33. and these are clean beasts, such as chew the cud, meditate upon ordinances; and they divide the hoof;
and those Are Goats, so called, Mathew 25.32, 33. and these Are clean beasts, such as chew the cud, meditate upon ordinances; and they divide the hoof;
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1. The Goat is of a capricious Nature, and affecteth eminency; his Gate also is stately, Prov. 30.31. Agur reckoneth the Hee-Goat among the four things that are comly in going.
1. The Goat is of a capricious Nature, and affects eminency; his Gate also is stately, Curae 30.31. Agur Reckoneth the Hee-Goat among the four things that Are comely in going.
3. They are of a rankish nature all of them, specially the old Goats will have an unsavoury relish, far from the pleasant sweetness that is in a Sheep;
3. They Are of a rankish nature all of them, specially the old Goats will have an unsavoury relish, Far from the pleasant sweetness that is in a Sheep;
There is a fourth Difference between the Covenant of Works and of Grace in re•pect of the Mediator: Gal. 3.19. The Law was given and ordained by Angels in the hand of a Mediator;
There is a fourth Difference between the Covenant of Works and of Grace in re•pect of the Mediator: Gal. 3.19. The Law was given and ordained by Angels in the hand of a Mediator;
You have one that accuseth you, even Moses in whom ye trust: and as for Jesus Christ, if he be given to be their Redeemer, it is but according to their works,
You have one that Accuseth you, even Moses in whom you trust: and as for jesus christ, if he be given to be their Redeemer, it is but according to their works,
But now in the Covenant of Grace, Jesus Christ hath obtained a more excellent ministery, to be the Mediator of a better Covenant, stablished upon better promises, Heb. 8.6.
But now in the Covenant of Grace, jesus christ hath obtained a more excellent Ministry, to be the Mediator of a better Covenant, established upon better promises, Hebrew 8.6.
but meerly upon the Faith, or Works of the creature foreseen: if you speak of Election, they tell you it is of Faith foreseen; if of Glory, it is upon condition of perseverance: but we see how contrary it is unto this truth of God;
but merely upon the Faith, or Works of the creature foreseen: if you speak of Election, they tell you it is of Faith foreseen; if of Glory, it is upon condition of perseverance: but we see how contrary it is unto this truth of God;
but he is God, and first giveth himself, and with himself, Faith, and so worketh our wils unto himself, not otherwise, leaving it to us to choose whether we will have him to be our God or no.
but he is God, and First gives himself, and with himself, Faith, and so works our wills unto himself, not otherwise, leaving it to us to choose whither we will have him to be our God or no.
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It may serve in the next place to clear up our judgements in sundry passages that do concern the Covenant of Grace, by Answers unto these six Questions following.
It may serve in the next place to clear up our Judgments in sundry passages that do concern the Covenant of Grace, by Answers unto these six Questions following.
1. What is the first Gift that ever the Lord giveth unto his Elect? First of all he giveth himself: the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit; this is the Foundation;
1. What is the First Gift that ever the Lord gives unto his Elect? First of all he gives himself: the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit; this is the Foundation;
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Reserving due honour to such gracious and precious Saints, as may be otherwise minded, I confess I do not discern, that the Lord worketh and giveth any saving preparation, in the heart, till he give union with Christ;
Reserving due honour to such gracious and precious Saints, as may be otherwise minded, I confess I do not discern, that the Lord works and gives any Saving preparation, in the heart, till he give Union with christ;
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It is true, John Baptist was sent to subdue all flesh, by a Spirit of Burning, which burneth up carnal confidence in the Covenant of Abraham, and all their fruits of righteousness:
It is true, John Baptist was sent to subdue all Flesh, by a Spirit of Burning, which burns up carnal confidence in the Covenant of Abraham, and all their fruits of righteousness:
ye serpents, ye generation of vipers, notwithstanding all this. Further, John did indeed dispense poverty of Spirit, unto which a saving Promise was made;
you Serpents, you generation of vipers, notwithstanding all this. Further, John did indeed dispense poverty of Spirit, unto which a Saving Promise was made;
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2. In what order the Lord giveth the Covenant, and the blessings of it: whether Faith before them, or those Blessings before Faith be able to apply them?
2. In what order the Lord gives the Covenant, and the blessings of it: whither Faith before them, or those Blessings before Faith be able to apply them?
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as unto our first parents he did convey himself, wrapping up a promise in it, as Gen. 3.15. I will put e••nity between thee and the woman, and between thy seed and her seed;
as unto our First Parents he did convey himself, wrapping up a promise in it, as Gen. 3.15. I will put e••nity between thee and the woman, and between thy seed and her seed;
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But now it is questioned, Whether the promise wherein the Lord giveth himself, be absolute, or conditional. Faith uniting us to Christ, it is ever upon an absolute promise; or a condition subsequent, not antecedent.
But now it is questioned, Whither the promise wherein the Lord gives himself, be absolute, or conditional. Faith uniting us to christ, it is ever upon an absolute promise; or a condition subsequent, not antecedent.
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If he come to bear witness unto a mans Sanctification, then the Lord doth it from some work or other of his Grace in them; as unto Abraham, Gen. 22.12.
If he come to bear witness unto a men Sanctification, then the Lord does it from Some work or other of his Grace in them; as unto Abraham, Gen. 22.12.
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after a mans Justification is born witness unto from Grace, or from Faith, then Sanctification and Justification do mutually bear witness one to another:
After a men Justification is born witness unto from Grace, or from Faith, then Sanctification and Justification do mutually bear witness one to Another:
4. Forasmuch as you hear of a Sanctification under a Covenant of Works, it doth imply, that there is a Sanctification that is but transitory, and not everlasting, nor immortal;
4. Forasmuch as you hear of a Sanctification under a Covenant of Works, it does imply, that there is a Sanctification that is but transitory, and not everlasting, nor immortal;
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and let it be so far received, as we see the life, and presence, and truth of the Spirit of God revealed in the Doctrine of Free-grace, from the Scriptures of Truth.
and let it be so Far received, as we see the life, and presence, and truth of the Spirit of God revealed in the Doctrine of Free grace, from the Scriptures of Truth.
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and so reform their lives, and give up themselves to obey the Word, and finde comfort therein, (and great consolation many times) in such a case as this Christians do much differ upon the point;
and so reform their lives, and give up themselves to obey the Word, and find Comfort therein, (and great consolation many times) in such a case as this Christians do much differ upon the point;
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and yet I do not know any of all the Teachers in this Countrey that withdraw their consents from this Doctrine, that such Sanctification as is wrought in hypocrites,
and yet I do not know any of all the Teachers in this Country that withdraw their consents from this Doctrine, that such Sanctification as is wrought in Hypocrites,
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It hath been handled in another Congregation, (and I think not without weight of truth) that to distinguish in men between that Sanctification which floweth from the Law,
It hath been handled in Another Congregation, (and I think not without weight of truth) that to distinguish in men between that Sanctification which flows from the Law,
yet it is useful to heal a misprision of sanctification, that may be found in all hypocrites. Three things are to be attended unto in all Sanctification:
yet it is useful to heal a Misprision of sanctification, that may be found in all Hypocrites. Three things Are to be attended unto in all Sanctification:
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This is the Root of all Christian Sanctification: Ezek. 36.27. I will put my Spirit within you, &c. And, he that is joyned to the Lord, is one Spirit, 1 Cor. 6.17. and for Faith, it is Faith that purifieth the heart, Act. 15.9. and, without Faith it is impossible to please God, Heb. 11.6.
This is the Root of all Christian Sanctification: Ezekiel 36.27. I will put my Spirit within you, etc. And, he that is joined to the Lord, is one Spirit, 1 Cor. 6.17. and for Faith, it is Faith that Purifieth the heart, Act. 15.9. and, without Faith it is impossible to please God, Hebrew 11.6.
But the Apostle doth attribute both these Roots unto those Christians that shall afterwards fall away to sin the sin against the Holy Ghost, Heb. 6. They have tasted of the heavenly gift,
But the Apostle does attribute both these Roots unto those Christians that shall afterwards fallen away to sin the since against the Holy Ghost, Hebrew 6. They have tasted of the heavenly gift,
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So likewise the Spirit of Bondage will marvellously prevail with the sons of men, to draw them on to strong works of Reformation, from whence they reap no small consolation;
So likewise the Spirit of Bondage will marvellously prevail with the Sons of men, to draw them on to strong works of Reformation, from whence they reap no small consolation;
and expostulate with Christ about it, Mat. 7.22. Have we not prophesied in thy Name, and in thy Name cast out devils, and in thy Name done many wondersul works?) then may a temporary Faith work ordinary works in Christianity also:
and expostulate with christ about it, Mathew 7.22. Have we not prophesied in thy Name, and in thy Name cast out Devils, and in thy Name done many wondersul works?) then may a temporary Faith work ordinary works in Christianity also:
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and for waiting, we often hear it spoken of the five foolish Virgins, they all went out to meet the Bridegroom, Mat. 25.1. though whilest he tarried long, they all fell asleep;
and for waiting, we often hear it spoken of the five foolish Virgins, they all went out to meet the Bridegroom, Mathew 25.1. though whilst he tarried long, they all fell asleep;
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and so did the wise Virgins also. And for more particular application of God unto themselves, we finde that also, Hos. 8.2. Israel shall cry unto me, My God, we know thee;
and so did the wise Virgins also. And for more particular application of God unto themselves, we find that also, Hos. 8.2. Israel shall cry unto me, My God, we know thee;
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but his strength lieth out of himself in Jesus Christ, whereas hypocrites and legal Christians are confident of their Faith, that they can make use of it unto such and such ends:
but his strength lies out of himself in jesus christ, whereas Hypocrites and Legal Christians Are confident of their Faith, that they can make use of it unto such and such ends:
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and such strength they finde in themselves, that they do not fear but that they shall carry an end all their work in a safe course to Gods glory, and their own:
and such strength they find in themselves, that they do not Fear but that they shall carry an end all their work in a safe course to God's glory, and their own:
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where as the strongest Faith, even of the Thessalonians (whose Faith was such, as that none of all the Churches went before them) if it be not supplied,
where as the Strongest Faith, even of the Thessalonians (whose Faith was such, as that none of all the Churches went before them) if it be not supplied,
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and strengthned, they know, and the Apostle Paul knoweth that it will warp; this may we see by comparing 1 Thes. 1.3. with chap. 3.2, 10. and the Faithful people of God, Isa. 26.12. acknowledge him to work all their works for them:
and strengthened, they know, and the Apostle Paul Knoweth that it will warp; this may we see by comparing 1 Thebes 1.3. with chap. 3.2, 10. and the Faithful people of God, Isaiah 26.12. acknowledge him to work all their works for them:
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this manner of affection we finde in David, when as the Lord had brought him and his people into a sweet frame and temper of spirit, to offer willingly towards the building of the Temple;
this manner of affection we find in David, when as the Lord had brought him and his people into a sweet frame and temper of Spirit, to offer willingly towards the building of the Temple;
and therefore under a spirit of Bondage they are confident, and say, Whatsoever the Lord commandeth us, we will hear it, and do it, Deut. 5.27. and what saith Balaam? Though Balak would give me an house full of gold and silver, I cannot go beyond the commandment of the Lord, Numb. 22.18. and yet he loved the wages of iniquity:
and Therefore under a Spirit of Bondage they Are confident, and say, Whatsoever the Lord commands us, we will hear it, and do it, Deuteronomy 5.27. and what Says balaam? Though Balak would give me an house full of gold and silver, I cannot go beyond the Commandment of the Lord, Numb. 22.18. and yet he loved the wages of iniquity:
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and indeed those that undertake so much in their own strength, they come afterward to be weary of the Lord, and weary of his commandments; as Amos 8.5. When will the new Moon be gone, that we may sell corn? and the Sabbath, that we may set forth wheat? &c. and they say at last, It is in vain to serve God;
and indeed those that undertake so much in their own strength, they come afterwards to be weary of the Lord, and weary of his Commandments; as Amos 8.5. When will the new Moon be gone, that we may fell corn? and the Sabbath, that we may Set forth wheat? etc. and they say At last, It is in vain to serve God;
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and what profit is it that we have kept his ordinances? Mal. 3.14. These are but like washed Swine that will crop grass for a while in a fair pasture;
and what profit is it that we have kept his ordinances? Malachi 3.14. These Are but like washed Swine that will crop grass for a while in a fair pasture;
but will rather choose to go into the myre, and into a jakes; (that I may so speak with reverence to the Assembly) but as for Goats, they will delight in the commandments of the Lord, Isa. 58.2. They delight to know my ways, and delight in approaching unto God:
but will rather choose to go into the mire, and into a jakes; (that I may so speak with Reverence to the Assembly) but as for Goats, they will delight in the Commandments of the Lord, Isaiah 58.2. They delight to know my ways, and delight in approaching unto God:
and in the matter of Herodias, off with Johns head. We see what hypocrites profess, Deut. 5.27. Whatsoever the Lord commandeth us, we will hear it, and do it.
and in the matter of Herodias, off with Johns head. We see what Hypocrites profess, Deuteronomy 5.27. Whatsoever the Lord commands us, we will hear it, and do it.
and when he proclaimed a sacrifice for Baal, he thought that Jehu would do no harm to himself in the Temple of Baal. Thus therefore sometimes it cometh to passe;
and when he proclaimed a sacrifice for Baal, he Thought that Jehu would do no harm to himself in the Temple of Baal. Thus Therefore sometime it comes to pass;
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and bid farewell unto Gods glory, when his and mine lie at stake together? But may not a man perceive a plain difference, when it cometh to persecution?
and bid farewell unto God's glory, when his and mine lie At stake together? But may not a man perceive a plain difference, when it comes to persecution?
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There be that think there is no reality in hypocritical sanctification; but certainly it is a real work, the gifts be real, though common Graces; and not meer counterfeit pretences:
There be that think there is no reality in hypocritical sanctification; but Certainly it is a real work, the Gifts be real, though Common Graces; and not mere counterfeit pretences:
but (beleeve it) it is not so in all hypocrites, there is a real work in some, Heb. 6.4, 5. They are enlightned, and have tasted of the heavenly gift,
but (believe it) it is not so in all Hypocrites, there is a real work in Some, Hebrew 6.4, 5. They Are enlightened, and have tasted of the heavenly gift,
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This very point hath been one principal root of Arminianism; as another is, that men receive Christ by their own Free-will: they are able to prove, that there is not only a pretence in hypocrites, but a real work;
This very point hath been one principal root of Arminianism; as Another is, that men receive christ by their own Freewill: they Are able to prove, that there is not only a pretence in Hypocrites, but a real work;
and without Faith it is impossible to please God: no acceptance therefore without faith. It is also necessary to the performance of all spiritual and holy duties:
and without Faith it is impossible to please God: no acceptance Therefore without faith. It is also necessary to the performance of all spiritual and holy duties:
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he must see his faith, deriving strength, and grace, and life from Christ, or else he cannot approve his sanctification to be the Sanctification of the Gospel:
he must see his faith, deriving strength, and grace, and life from christ, or Else he cannot approve his sanctification to be the Sanctification of the Gospel:
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Better leave 99. sheep, then that one poor stray sheep should not be sought after; and better an hundred hypocrites perish, then that one poor Christian should want his portion;
Better leave 99. sheep, then that one poor stray sheep should not be sought After; and better an hundred Hypocrites perish, then that one poor Christian should want his portion;
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Hypocrites may have a taste, and a poor Christian will fear that his best fellowship with Christ is but a taste, and that manifold experience maketh good.
Hypocrites may have a taste, and a poor Christian will Fear that his best fellowship with christ is but a taste, and that manifold experience makes good.
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Wherein then lieth the difference? doth the Spirit of God leave the heart of an hypocrite stony, and unmelted? It is so indeed with the stony, but not with the thorny soyl; for the hearts of some hypocrites are melted as iron stones;
Wherein then lies the difference? does the Spirit of God leave the heart of an hypocrite stony, and unmelted? It is so indeed with the stony, but not with the thorny soil; for the hearts of Some Hypocrites Are melted as iron stones;
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whereas one that hath but a temporary Faith, he is confident in the strength of that Faith, insomuch that he doth not fear but to carry an end his profession in a safe course to Gods glory, and his own:
whereas one that hath but a temporary Faith, he is confident in the strength of that Faith, insomuch that he does not Fear but to carry an end his profession in a safe course to God's glory, and his own:
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the one is confident of his comfort that he hath in the Word, the other seeth need that the Lord should maintain his comfort for him, 1 Chro. 29.18. David prayeth thus:
the one is confident of his Comfort that he hath in the Word, the other sees need that the Lord should maintain his Comfort for him, 1 Chro 29.18. David Prayeth thus:
The one hath enough if he can see the Rule, like to the Israelites, Deut. 5.27. All that the Lord our God shall speak unto thee, we will hear it, and do it:
The one hath enough if he can see the Rule, like to the Israelites, Deuteronomy 5.27. All that the Lord our God shall speak unto thee, we will hear it, and do it:
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But how then should a man seek to promote the glory of God? If it be the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ, which a man seeketh after, he will then rejoyce as much that God may be glorified by his brother, as by himself;
But how then should a man seek to promote the glory of God? If it be the glory of God in the face of jesus christ, which a man seeks After, he will then rejoice as much that God may be glorified by his brother, as by himself;
Of what use are promises, if they be not to bring me to Christ? yea specially, to what end are conditional promises made (that is to say, Promises to such and such Qualifications) if I may not take a Promise in the one hand,
Of what use Are promises, if they be not to bring me to christ? yea specially, to what end Are conditional promises made (that is to say, Promises to such and such Qualifications) if I may not take a Promise in the one hand,
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and a Qualification in the other hand, and bring them both to God, and lay hold upon Christ with both hands, in the strength of this Promise made to this Qualification? Thus ariseth the Question,
and a Qualification in the other hand, and bring them both to God, and lay hold upon christ with both hands, in the strength of this Promise made to this Qualification? Thus arises the Question,
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and seek after him in Jesus Christ. Thus all the promises of Grace declare his excellency, as Cant. 5.10. My beloved is white and ruddy, the chiefest among ten thousand:
and seek After him in jesus christ. Thus all the promises of Grace declare his excellency, as Cant 5.10. My Beloved is white and ruddy, the chiefest among ten thousand:
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and be saved thus are we taught of God likewise by his blessed Apostle, Acts 2.38, 39. Repent, and be baptised into the name of Jesus Christ, for the Remission of sins:
and be saved thus Are we taught of God likewise by his blessed Apostle, Acts 2.38, 39. repent, and be baptised into the name of jesus christ, for the Remission of Sins:
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thus are we taught by the Promises, whither to look for life and salvation. 3. The Promises serve also for exhortation; as the Scripture last alleadged holdeth forth:
thus Are we taught by the Promises, whither to look for life and salvation. 3. The Promises serve also for exhortation; as the Scripture last alleged holds forth:
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as old Jacob sometimes provoked his sons, saying, Why stand ye gazing one upon another? behold, I have heard that there is corn in Egypt, &c. Gen. 42.1, 2. so saith the Lord to the sons of men in his Promises;
as old Jacob sometime provoked his Sons, saying, Why stand you gazing one upon Another? behold, I have herd that there is corn in Egypt, etc. Gen. 42.1, 2. so Says the Lord to the Sons of men in his Promises;
and to come unto him, in whom such abundance of rich grace is laid up. Thus do the promises of God furnish both Ministers and People, with Doctrine, with Instruction,
and to come unto him, in whom such abundance of rich grace is laid up. Thus do the promises of God furnish both Ministers and People, with Doctrine, with Instruction,
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and hath so much confidence in God, that he saith with Haman, Whom will the King delight to honour more then my self? and this illumination, he taketh to be a strong and effectual conversion unto the Lord.
and hath so much confidence in God, that he Says with Haman, Whom will the King delight to honour more then my self? and this illumination, he Takes to be a strong and effectual conversion unto the Lord.
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and to this end the Apostle maketh use of a precious Promise of God, Acts 13.38, 39, 40, 41. Be it known unto you men and brethren, that through this man is preached unto you forgivenesse of sins:
and to this end the Apostle makes use of a precious Promise of God, Acts 13.38, 39, 40, 41. Be it known unto you men and brothers, that through this man is preached unto you forgiveness of Sins:
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beware therefore, lest that come upon you which is spoken of by the Prophets: Behold, you despisers, wonder, and perish, &c. A strange Application of such a gracious Promise;
beware Therefore, lest that come upon you which is spoken of by the prophets: Behold, you despisers, wonder, and perish, etc. A strange Application of such a gracious Promise;
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as to help Ministers and people with matter of Doctrine, and Instruction, and Exhortation, so also to awaken men unto Illumination, and Affection, and Conviction, and to seal them up unto everlasting destruction if they turn their backs upon them.
as to help Ministers and people with matter of Doctrine, and Instruction, and Exhortation, so also to awaken men unto Illumination, and Affection, and Conviction, and to seal them up unto everlasting destruction if they turn their backs upon them.
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and begetteth faith in the Soul by the Promise, or some such word of grace as is equipollent to a promise, Ezek. 37.11. whereby we receive Jesus Christ, though before him we can have no Promise, yet in a Promise we do receive him.
and begetteth faith in the Soul by the Promise, or Some such word of grace as is equipollent to a promise, Ezekiel 37.11. whereby we receive jesus christ, though before him we can have no Promise, yet in a Promise we do receive him.
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They were of use before we were in Christ, for Doctrine, and for Instruction, and for Exhortation: but now they are of more efficacy in the same kinde, and
They were of use before we were in christ, for Doctrine, and for Instruction, and for Exhortation: but now they Are of more efficacy in the same kind, and
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and in him abundantly? hath the Lord made so many gracious Promises unto such and such gracious qualifications? whither then should I go either for the one,
and in him abundantly? hath the Lord made so many gracious Promises unto such and such gracious qualifications? whither then should I go either for the one,
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All these qualifications to which the Promises are made, are fruits of the Spirit, and will more or lesse declare unto you your sanctified state; which is a marvellous blessing:
All these qualifications to which the Promises Are made, Are fruits of the Spirit, and will more or less declare unto you your sanctified state; which is a marvellous blessing:
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upon the promises made unto such conditions, the Lord stirreth up the hearts of his people to seek for such conditions, to which the promises are made;
upon the promises made unto such conditions, the Lord stirs up the hearts of his people to seek for such conditions, to which the promises Are made;
By the exceeding precious promises we are made partakers of the Divine nature, 2 Pet. 1.4. and this is no small work, or use of these promises, that from them should spring all our gracious qualifications;
By the exceeding precious promises we Are made partakers of the Divine nature, 2 Pet. 1.4. and this is no small work, or use of these promises, that from them should spring all our gracious qualifications;
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so that, though they were never given to bring us to Christ, yet to this end they were given, to work all those qualifications in us to which the blessings are promised.
so that, though they were never given to bring us to christ, yet to this end they were given, to work all those qualifications in us to which the blessings Are promised.
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and be a father to them, and they shall be his sons. And mark what use the Apostle maketh of this conditional promise, chap. 7.1. Having therefore these promises (dearly beloved) let us cleanse our selves from all filthinesse of the flesh and spirit, perfecting holinesse in the fear of God.
and be a father to them, and they shall be his Sons. And mark what use the Apostle makes of this conditional promise, chap. 7.1. Having Therefore these promises (dearly Beloved) let us cleanse our selves from all filthiness of the Flesh and Spirit, perfecting holiness in the Fear of God.
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7. They are of use further, to strengthen faith; for the Lord that hath made such promises will accomplish them for his servants, Genes. 32.9, 10. Jacob there putteth the Lord in minde of his promise,
7. They Are of use further, to strengthen faith; for the Lord that hath made such promises will accomplish them for his Servants, Genesis. 32.9, 10. Jacob there putteth the Lord in mind of his promise,
Yet now, though hepleadeth not any worth at all, yet seeing the Lord hath promised such a mercy to him, he prayeth for it, vers. 11. Deliver me I pray thee from the hand of my brother:
Yet now, though hepleadeth not any worth At all, yet seeing the Lord hath promised such a mercy to him, he Prayeth for it, vers. 11. Deliver me I pray thee from the hand of my brother:
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thus his faith is strengthened, though he doth not plead his worthinesse to receive mercy. So also do absolute promises strengthen faith, and the prayer of faith, 2 Sam. 7.13.14. &c. the Lord there promiseth David that he would build him an house, and that he would not take his mercy from his Children;
thus his faith is strengthened, though he does not plead his worthiness to receive mercy. So also do absolute promises strengthen faith, and the prayer of faith, 2 Sam. 7.13.14. etc. the Lord there promises David that he would built him an house, and that he would not take his mercy from his Children;
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therefore now let it please thee to blesse the house of thy servant, &c. this well ordered and sure Covenant of God was all his stay, and all his salvation,
Therefore now let it please thee to bless the house of thy servant, etc. this well ordered and sure Covenant of God was all his stay, and all his salvation,
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though his house was not so with God, 2 Sam 23.5. So when the Lord promiseth to heal the back-slidings of his people, Hosea 14.4. their hearts are strengthened to come unto the Lord, and to say, O Lord, thy words are true, let it please thee to heal the back-slidings of thy servants.
though his house was not so with God, 2 Same 23.5. So when the Lord promises to heal the backslidings of his people, Hosea 14.4. their hearts Are strengthened to come unto the Lord, and to say, Oh Lord, thy words Are true, let it please thee to heal the backslidings of thy Servants.
take heed you do not close with promises before you have Jesus Christ, specially take heed you make not use of promises to a qualification to give you your part in Jesus Christ,
take heed you do not close with promises before you have jesus christ, specially take heed you make not use of promises to a qualification to give you your part in jesus christ,
if you know that you are in Christ, you may then know that the promises are yours, otherwise you shall not be able to know your right in Christ by your right in the promises;
if you know that you Are in christ, you may then know that the promises Are yours, otherwise you shall not be able to know your right in christ by your right in the promises;
we may take occasion by them to admire the goodnesse and grace of God, as David did, Psal. 31.19. O how great is thy goodnesse, which thou hast laid up for them that fear thee!
we may take occasion by them to admire the Goodness and grace of God, as David did, Psalm 31.19. Oh how great is thy Goodness, which thou hast laid up for them that Fear thee!
such work may reach no farther then conviction, and you may come at the last to turn your backs upon Jesus Christ. Consider therefore, did ever the Lord give himself to be one with you? whensoever the Lord doth strike up the bond of Union, it is in an absolute, and free-promise of his grace.
such work may reach no farther then conviction, and you may come At the last to turn your backs upon jesus christ. Consider Therefore, did ever the Lord give himself to be one with you? whensoever the Lord does strike up the bound of union, it is in an absolute, and Free-promise of his grace.
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but who is there in heaven, or earth that is able to work them in you? there is none but Jesus Christ; and unlesse you have him to be in you, you cannot have any of these things wrought in you.
but who is there in heaven, or earth that is able to work them in you? there is none but jesus christ; and unless you have him to be in you, you cannot have any of these things wrought in you.
as a bride of Jesus Christ. Thus while the soul looketh towards Jesus Christ, and grace in him, the Lord doth secretly transform him into the image of Christ, by working such qualifications in him,
as a bride of jesus christ. Thus while the soul looks towards jesus christ, and grace in him, the Lord does secretly transform him into the image of christ, by working such qualifications in him,
and in the same way it is that the Lord doth strengthen the faith of his people to believe that all those things which God hath promised are accomplished in Jesus Christ, and the Law fulfilled in me so farre as Christ is in me;
and in the same Way it is that the Lord does strengthen the faith of his people to believe that all those things which God hath promised Are accomplished in jesus christ, and the Law fulfilled in me so Far as christ is in me;
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and therefore I come unto God in prayer to make good those promises unto me in a right way, which would have been preposterously applied before Christ was given.
and Therefore I come unto God in prayer to make good those promises unto me in a right Way, which would have been preposterously applied before christ was given.
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If God gives himself before any blessing, before any promise in order of nature (though he giveth himself alwayes in a promise) or in a word that is equivalent to a promise,
If God gives himself before any blessing, before any promise in order of nature (though he gives himself always in a promise) or in a word that is equivalent to a promise,
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and make it of none effect, and root it out from having any power over Christians? And truely, some under pretence of the Covenant of Grace, have thought it altogether bootlesse to bind Christians unto the Law of God,
and make it of none Effect, and root it out from having any power over Christians? And truly, Some under pretence of the Covenant of Grace, have Thought it altogether bootless to bind Christians unto the Law of God,
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Though the Lord giveth himself freely to the soul, and his Son, and all the blessings of the Covenant of Grace, without respect unto any work of the Law, yet the Law is of special and notable use unto all the sons of men, both unto them which are not yet brought home unto God by converting grace,
Though the Lord gives himself freely to the soul, and his Son, and all the blessings of the Covenant of Grace, without respect unto any work of the Law, yet the Law is of special and notable use unto all the Sons of men, both unto them which Are not yet brought home unto God by converting grace,
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and also to those that are regenerate in Jesus Christ. The Apostle Paul did observe that the question would arise upon the Doctrine of the Covenant of Grace, Gal. 3.16, 17, 18. for if the blessing of Abraham cometh upon the people of God by Jesus Christ;
and also to those that Are regenerate in jesus christ. The Apostle Paul did observe that the question would arise upon the Doctrine of the Covenant of Grace, Gal. 3.16, 17, 18. for if the blessing of Abraham comes upon the people of God by jesus christ;
and to set home the burden of their sins unto their souls, thereby to drive them to feel their great need of the Lord Jesus Christ, whom otherwise they should for ever have despised.
and to Set home the burden of their Sins unto their Souls, thereby to drive them to feel their great need of the Lord jesus christ, whom otherwise they should for ever have despised.
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Thus the Apostle answereth in the place forenamed, The Law was added because of transgressions: that they might clearly appear, and be aggravated thereby;
Thus the Apostle Answers in the place forenamed, The Law was added Because of transgressions: that they might clearly appear, and be aggravated thereby;
that a man might plainly discern how be hath made himself liable unto the wrath of God, by so manifold breaches of so many Commandments in one kinde or other:
that a man might plainly discern how be hath made himself liable unto the wrath of God, by so manifold Breaches of so many commandments in one kind or other:
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the Law giveth clear knowledge of sin, and so much the more doth it set on the weight of it upon the conscience, working fear in the heart, Rom. 8.15. and hence it is that the Apostle telleth us, Gal. 3.24. that the Law was our School-master to Christ;
the Law gives clear knowledge of since, and so much the more does it Set on the weight of it upon the conscience, working Fear in the heart, Rom. 8.15. and hence it is that the Apostle Telleth us, Gal. 3.24. that the Law was our Schoolmaster to christ;
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but the soul being once brought down under the sence of sin by the terrours of the Law, will readily and diligently hearken unto the news of Christ a Saviour:
but the soul being once brought down under the sense of since by the terrors of the Law, will readily and diligently harken unto the news of christ a Saviour:
but when men have the knowledge of the Law, and yet commit sin willingly, now they have no Cloak for their sin, Rom. 1. vers. 21. compared with 32. where the Apostle speaketh of the great sin of the Gentiles,
but when men have the knowledge of the Law, and yet commit since willingly, now they have no Cloak for their since, Rom. 1. vers. 21. compared with 32. where the Apostle speaks of the great since of the Gentiles,
and will not turn to the Lord Jesus Christ: thus there is use of the Law unto disobedient persons, their disobedience will leave them without excuse when they sin against their consciences,
and will not turn to the Lord jesus christ: thus there is use of the Law unto disobedient Persons, their disobedience will leave them without excuse when they sin against their Consciences,
for though the Lord never gave them such grace as did accompany salvation, yet such Illumination he did give them, that they needed not to have broken his Law so many wayes, with such wicked hands as they have done:
for though the Lord never gave them such grace as did accompany salvation, yet such Illumination he did give them, that they needed not to have broken his Law so many ways, with such wicked hands as they have done:
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for it serveth to harden them in their sins, (though that be but an accidental use thereof) their sins are thereby made out of measure sinful, Rom. 7.13. They harden their hearts, 1. by their obedience to the Law, 2. by the Comfort which they take in that obedience;
for it serves to harden them in their Sins, (though that be but an accidental use thereof) their Sins Are thereby made out of measure sinful, Rom. 7.13. They harden their hearts, 1. by their Obedience to the Law, 2. by the Comfort which they take in that Obedience;
both these do marvellously harden their hearts. For the first of these, The Apostle Paul, Acts 23.1. had kept so good a conscience, that he knew not any sin against the Law that he lived in;
both these do marvellously harden their hearts. For the First of these, The Apostle Paul, Acts 23.1. had kept so good a conscience, that he knew not any since against the Law that he lived in;
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when a man attaineth to outward conformity unto the Law, he is then ready to think it is indeed good for poor sinfull men to look for salvation by Jesus Christ; but for himself, he hopeth in his devotion,
when a man attaineth to outward conformity unto the Law, he is then ready to think it is indeed good for poor sinful men to look for salvation by jesus christ; but for himself, he Hopes in his devotion,
and of whom he saith, That Publicans and Harlots shall go into the Kingdom of heaven before them, Mat. 21.31, 32. for many times you shall have the most deboist and profane wretches more humbled,
and of whom he Says, That Publicans and Harlots shall go into the Kingdom of heaven before them, Mathew 21.31, 32. for many times you shall have the most deboist and profane wretches more humbled,
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then those that are but morally righteous by the Law, Rom. 9.30, 31, 32. the Gentiles which followed not after righteousnesse have attained to righteousnesse,
then those that Are but morally righteous by the Law, Rom. 9.30, 31, 32. the Gentiles which followed not After righteousness have attained to righteousness,
wherefore? because they sought it not by faith, but as it were by the works of the Law: and chap. 10.31. They being ignorant of Gods righteousnesse, and going about to establish their own righteousnesse, have not submitted themselves unto the righteousnesse of God.
Wherefore? Because they sought it not by faith, but as it were by the works of the Law: and chap. 10.31. They being ignorant of God's righteousness, and going about to establish their own righteousness, have not submitted themselves unto the righteousness of God.
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the delight which they found, did so fill their hearts with assurance of the grace of God, that they looked at their Duties as so many tokens of the love of God unto their souls;
the delight which they found, did so fill their hearts with assurance of the grace of God, that they looked At their Duties as so many tokens of the love of God unto their Souls;
and then when men come to find more comfort in their obedience, then in the grace of God in Jesus Christ, it maketh them ready to expostulate with God, touching the worth of their own Righteousness, Isa. 57.10. Thou hast found the life of thine hand, therefore thou wast not grieved;
and then when men come to find more Comfort in their Obedience, then in the grace of God in jesus christ, it makes them ready to expostulate with God, touching the worth of their own Righteousness, Isaiah 57.10. Thou hast found the life of thine hand, Therefore thou wast not grieved;
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as long as a man findeth life and comfort in his own duties and performances, what need can he see to be grieved for the want of Jesus Christ? or at the best,
as long as a man finds life and Comfort in his own duties and performances, what need can he see to be grieved for the want of jesus christ? or At the best,
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if he do grieve, and find his heart comforted in grieving and delighting in the course of humiliation, he then thinketh he hath no need of being farther solicitous about his spiritual estate.
if he do grieve, and find his heart comforted in grieving and delighting in the course of humiliation, he then Thinketh he hath no need of being farther solicitous about his spiritual estate.
Thus we see plainly that the Law of God is of marvellous use in the days of the Gospel, of great use unto those that belong unto God, to break their hearts for sin,
Thus we see plainly that the Law of God is of marvellous use in the days of the Gospel, of great use unto those that belong unto God, to break their hearts for since,
But what say you then unto men that are under a Covenant of Grace, and brought unto fellowship with Christ therein? of what use is the Law of of God unto such? is it utterly antiquated,
But what say you then unto men that Are under a Covenant of Grace, and brought unto fellowship with christ therein? of what use is the Law of of God unto such? is it utterly antiquated,
What meaneth he when he saith, I am under the Law to Christ? In some sence a Christian is wholly freed from the Law: In some sence he is yet under the Law. So far as the Law is any way besides,
What means he when he Says, I am under the Law to christ? In Some sense a Christian is wholly freed from the Law: In Some sense he is yet under the Law. So Far as the Law is any Way beside,
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and in a remote manner prepared him, the Law is in Christ, and you subject to it in him. 1. As the Law is given by Christ. 2. As in Christ help is given to perform it.
and in a remote manner prepared him, the Law is in christ, and you Subject to it in him. 1. As the Law is given by christ. 2. As in christ help is given to perform it.
And to that end he doth there expound the spiritual and true meaning of the Law, that whereas the Pharisees held forth the outward letter of the Law to be observed onely,
And to that end he does there expound the spiritual and true meaning of the Law, that whereas the Pharisees held forth the outward Letter of the Law to be observed only,
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The Apostle also, presseth the Moral Law upon several relations of men, Ephes. 6.1, 2, 3, &c. It is an honour to Jesus Christ, that his servants should be holy, as he is holy;
The Apostle also, Presseth the Moral Law upon several relations of men, Ephesians 6.1, 2, 3, etc. It is an honour to jesus christ, that his Servants should be holy, as he is holy;
Now as the Lord Jesus giveth the Law, and as it were reneweth it, so he doth also give his Spirit unto his servants, enabling them to keep it, Jer. 31.33. Ezek. 36.27.
Now as the Lord jesus gives the Law, and as it were Reneweth it, so he does also give his Spirit unto his Servants, enabling them to keep it, Jer. 31.33. Ezekiel 36.27.
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Now this Law would he not write in the hearts of his people, nor give unto them his holy Spirit enabling them to keep his Law, were it not his will in Jesus Christ, that the Law should be the rule of holiness and righteousness unto his people:
Now this Law would he not write in the hearts of his people, nor give unto them his holy Spirit enabling them to keep his Law, were it not his will in jesus christ, that the Law should be the Rule of holiness and righteousness unto his people:
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for if Jesus Christ have given the Law, as well as Moses, and if he have ratified it by giving them his Spirit, to teach and strengthen them to keep it,
for if jesus christ have given the Law, as well as Moses, and if he have ratified it by giving them his Spirit, to teach and strengthen them to keep it,
though not perfectly, yet sincerely, then they take themselves bound to obey the Law, though they be under the Covenant of Grace; for do we make void the law through saith? God forbid yea, we establish the law.
though not perfectly, yet sincerely, then they take themselves bound to obey the Law, though they be under the Covenant of Grace; for do we make void the law through Says? God forbid yea, we establish the law.
For what need have Christians of free Justification by Christ, if they were not bound to obedience by the Commandment of the Law? Therefore the free Justification of men under a free Covenant of Grace, doth establish the obedience of the Law, otherwise what need they run to Christ to save them from the curse of the Law? Why do we still run to Christ for the continuance of our justification? But that we find our selves ungodly creatures against the righteous and holy Law of God:
For what need have Christians of free Justification by christ, if they were not bound to Obedience by the Commandment of the Law? Therefore the free Justification of men under a free Covenant of Grace, does establish the Obedience of the Law, otherwise what need they run to christ to save them from the curse of the Law? Why do we still run to christ for the Continuance of our justification? But that we find our selves ungodly creatures against the righteous and holy Law of God:
so they believe, and many times feel the fatherly displeasure of God, when they transgress the Law: now the transgression of the Law could not bring them under Gods displeasure,
so they believe, and many times feel the fatherly displeasure of God, when they transgress the Law: now the Transgression of the Law could not bring them under God's displeasure,
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unless they were bound unto the Commandment of the Law: this displeasure David was sensible of, Psal. 38.1, 2, 3. &c. There is no soundness in my flesh because of thine anger,
unless they were bound unto the Commandment of the Law: this displeasure David was sensible of, Psalm 38.1, 2, 3. etc. There is no soundness in my Flesh Because of thine anger,
neither is there any rest in my bones because of my sin And many complaints of like nature doth he there make, which do all of them spring from the conscience of the disobedience of the Law, which God hath framed in the hearts of his servants, whereby they reflect upon their sin as the ground of all the distempers which lie upon their bodies or minds.
neither is there any rest in my bones Because of my since And many complaints of like nature does he there make, which do all of them spring from the conscience of the disobedience of the Law, which God hath framed in the hearts of his Servants, whereby they reflect upon their since as the ground of all the distempers which lie upon their bodies or minds.
not that they can raise therefrom the assurance of their justified estate, but by the same Spirit of God, whereby they are helped to obey the Commandment, they do see the Lords gracious approbation of them in their poor and weak endeavours:
not that they can raise therefrom the assurance of their justified estate, but by the same Spirit of God, whereby they Are helped to obey the Commandment, they do see the lords gracious approbation of them in their poor and weak endeavours:
for the Lord knoweth the way of the righteous; that is, acknowledgeth, and approveth it, Psal. 1.6. when the Lord by his Spirit boweth the hearts of his servants to obedience, then he knoweth and accepeth their obedience; Gen. 22.12. Now I know that thou fearest me, seeing thou hast not withheld thy son, thine only son from me:
for the Lord Knoweth the Way of the righteous; that is, acknowledgeth, and approveth it, Psalm 1.6. when the Lord by his Spirit boweth the hearts of his Servants to Obedience, then he Knoweth and accepeth their Obedience; Gen. 22.12. Now I know that thou Fearest me, seeing thou hast not withheld thy son, thine only son from me:
This the Prophet David confirmeth, Psal 18.20, to 26. The Lord rewarded me according to my righteousness, according to the cleanness of my hands hath he recompensed me;
This the Prophet David confirmeth, Psalm 18.20, to 26. The Lord rewarded me according to my righteousness, according to the cleanness of my hands hath he recompensed me;
with the merciful, thou wilt shew thy self merciful, and with the upright man thou wilt shew thy self upright, &c. This David speaketh of his righteous dealing with Saul; and whereas his enemies laid it to his charge, that he was an enemy unto Saul, the Lord beareth him witness that he had walked toward Saul, with a good conscience:
with the merciful, thou wilt show thy self merciful, and with the upright man thou wilt show thy self upright, etc. This David speaks of his righteous dealing with Saul; and whereas his enemies laid it to his charge, that he was an enemy unto Saul, the Lord bears him witness that he had walked towards Saul, with a good conscience:
now the Lord having led him an end to deal justly, and righteously, and purely with Saul, having kept him from all the malice and outrage of Saul, and maintained his cause against Saul, and delivered him out of the hands of Saul, whom the Lord had now rejected;
now the Lord having led him an end to deal justly, and righteously, and purely with Saul, having kept him from all the malice and outrage of Saul, and maintained his cause against Saul, and Delivered him out of the hands of Saul, whom the Lord had now rejected;
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herein the Prophet seeth the Lord accepting him, when in the name of his Son, by the power of his Spirit, he is helped to attend unto the Commandments of God.
herein the Prophet sees the Lord accepting him, when in the name of his Son, by the power of his Spirit, he is helped to attend unto the commandments of God.
And all this argueth that the servants of God, being in a state of grace in Jesus Christ, have looked at themselves as bound by the Commandments of the Law, and as being under the law to Christ, who hath given the Law, and power unto his servants sincerely to keep it, both by writing in their hearts a law of obedience, and by putting his holy Spirit within them:
And all this argue that the Servants of God, being in a state of grace in jesus christ, have looked At themselves as bound by the commandments of the Law, and as being under the law to christ, who hath given the Law, and power unto his Servants sincerely to keep it, both by writing in their hearts a law of Obedience, and by putting his holy Spirit within them:
nor sence of Gods fatherly displeasure when they negligently break these laws; neither would they be sensible of Gods acceptance of their conformity thereunto;
nor sense of God's fatherly displeasure when they negligently break these laws; neither would they be sensible of God's acceptance of their conformity thereunto;
but by the grace of God, we have had our conversation in the world, &c. and truly the Lord doth often bear witness unto the integrity of his servants against the oppositions of men;
but by the grace of God, we have had our Conversation in the world, etc. and truly the Lord does often bear witness unto the integrity of his Servants against the oppositions of men;
though the servants of God are not wonted thereupon to build their safe estate, yet this kind of Gods acceptance of their waies and obedience they do discern;
though the Servants of God Are not wonted thereupon to built their safe estate, yet this kind of God's acceptance of their ways and Obedience they do discern;
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yet for all this he runneth unto Christ for acceptance and pardon, Nehem. 13.22. Remember me, O my God, concerning this, and spare me according to the greatness of thy mercy:
yet for all this he Runneth unto christ for acceptance and pardon, Nehemiah 13.22. remember me, Oh my God, Concerning this, and spare me according to the greatness of thy mercy:
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for there is no justified person, but he is very apprehensive of his sins, and so of his continual need of Christ, whose blood cleanseth us from all sin, 1 Joh. 1.7. and who is faithful and just to forgive our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness, vers. 9. who is an Advocate if any man sin, and a propitiation for our sins, Chap. 2.1, 2. and what do all these things argue? but that a Christian being under the Covenant of the Grace of God, doth submit himself unto this yoak of God.
for there is no justified person, but he is very apprehensive of his Sins, and so of his continual need of christ, whose blood Cleanseth us from all since, 1 John 1.7. and who is faithful and just to forgive our Sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness, vers. 9. who is an Advocate if any man since, and a propitiation for our Sins, Chap. 2.1, 2. and what do all these things argue? but that a Christian being under the Covenant of the Grace of God, does submit himself unto this yoke of God.
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so far as the Law is under Christ, he is under the commandment of Christ, and under the power of Christ, and under the displeasure of Christ, if he negligently sin against the Law; and unto Christ he runneth for pardon,
so Far as the Law is under christ, he is under the Commandment of christ, and under the power of christ, and under the displeasure of christ, if he negligently since against the Law; and unto christ he Runneth for pardon,
so far a Christian is freed from under the Law. In one word, a Christian man under a Covenant of Grace, is not under a Covenant of Works. Rom. 6.14. You are not under the Law, but under Grace:
so Far a Christian is freed from under the Law. In one word, a Christian man under a Covenant of Grace, is not under a Covenant of Works. Rom. 6.14. You Are not under the Law, but under Grace:
he meaneth, not under the Covenant of the Law, nor under the power and authority of the Law, as of their husband, Rom. 7.1, 2, 3, 4. The husbandly Jurisdiction of the Law is taken away;
he means, not under the Covenant of the Law, nor under the power and Authority of the Law, as of their husband, Rom. 7.1, 2, 3, 4. The husbandly Jurisdiction of the Law is taken away;
The Law is not made for a righteous man, 1 Tim. 1.9. that is, not the Covenant of the Law, for else we are under the Commandments of the Law to Christ; but the Jewish Teachers taught more, to wit, the Covenant of the Law unto salvation:
The Law is not made for a righteous man, 1 Tim. 1.9. that is, not the Covenant of the Law, for Else we Are under the commandments of the Law to christ; but the Jewish Teachers taught more, to wit, the Covenant of the Law unto salvation:
but he reckoneth up the breakers of every commandment, and unto them it is given; to the lawless, and disobedient; to the ungodly, and sinners; to the unholy, and profane;
but he Reckoneth up the breakers of every Commandment, and unto them it is given; to the lawless, and disobedient; to the ungodly, and Sinners; to the unholy, and profane;
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1. Because a Christian man neither looketh for Justification and Salvation from his Obedience to the Law, nor feareth Condemnation though he fail in his Obedience;
1. Because a Christian man neither looks for Justification and Salvation from his obedience to the Law, nor fears Condemnation though he fail in his obedience;
and this is a fruit of his exemption from under the Covevenant of the Law: for if a man should look for Life by his Obedience to the Law, and fear condemnation by the breach of it, this would bring a man under the Covenant of the Law: for the sanctification of the Covenant of the Law, is life to them that obey;
and this is a fruit of his exemption from under the Covenant of the Law: for if a man should look for Life by his obedience to the Law, and Fear condemnation by the breach of it, this would bring a man under the Covenant of the Law: for the sanctification of the Covenant of the Law, is life to them that obey;
and that is plain, Psal. 143.2. Enter not into Judgement with thy servant, for in thy sight shall no flesh living be justified: so Rom. 3.20. By the deeds of the Law there shall no flesh be justified, for by the Law is the knowledge of sin:
and that is plain, Psalm 143.2. Enter not into Judgement with thy servant, for in thy sighed shall no Flesh living be justified: so Rom. 3.20. By the Deeds of the Law there shall no Flesh be justified, for by the Law is the knowledge of since:
therefore no hope of salvation from our Obedience to the Law. But methinkes (you will say) a Christian may fear his condemnation because of his Disobedience to the Law. Truly this is a great snare,
Therefore no hope of salvation from our obedience to the Law. But methinks (you will say) a Christian may Fear his condemnation Because of his Disobedience to the Law. Truly this is a great snare,
Wherefore should I fear in the dayes so of evil, when the iniquities of my heels shall compass me about? wherefore? truly if there be any fear in the world, one would think this might procure it;
Wherefore should I Fear in the days so of evil, when the iniquities of my heels shall compass me about? Wherefore? truly if there be any Fear in the world, one would think this might procure it;
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what should a man fear, if not this? David professeth it, and would have all to know it, that there is no cause therein why a Christian man should fear, Wherefore should I fear? &c. though it should follow you to the stocks,
what should a man Fear, if not this? David Professes it, and would have all to know it, that there is no cause therein why a Christian man should Fear, Wherefore should I Fear? etc. though it should follow you to the stocks,
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But will not this make a Christian wanton against God, and cause him to abuse his libety to hardness of heart? no, no, brethren, this is the kindly melting of a godly heart, to consider a Redeemers love drawing him from the power of the grave,
But will not this make a Christian wanton against God, and cause him to abuse his liberty to hardness of heart? no, no, brothers, this is the kindly melting of a godly heart, to Consider a Redeemer's love drawing him from the power of the grave,
this melteth his heart more then all his other sins, specially considering the abounding Grace of God, which where sin hath abounded, grace aboundeth much more:
this melts his heart more then all his other Sins, specially considering the abounding Grace of God, which where since hath abounded, grace Aboundeth much more:
But will it not make men think the worse of Christian profession? No, David will have all to know it, that they may see the difference between all worldly confidences,
But will it not make men think the Worse of Christian profession? No, David will have all to know it, that they may see the difference between all worldly confidences,
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so neither doth he seek for any blessing from his obedience, nor fear any curse from his disobedience, he seeketh not for blessings from his obedience,
so neither does he seek for any blessing from his Obedience, nor Fear any curse from his disobedience, he seeks not for blessings from his Obedience,
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and therefore if there be any promises of blessing made to any obedience, though God should help him to as much obedience as might be, he doth not look for any blessing from that obedience, Rom. 4.4, 5, 6. To him that worketh, the reward is not reckoned of grace, but of debt;
and Therefore if there be any promises of blessing made to any Obedience, though God should help him to as much Obedience as might be, he does not look for any blessing from that Obedience, Rom. 4.4, 5, 6. To him that works, the reward is not reckoned of grace, but of debt;
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for when he hath done all he can, he is ready to say, I am an unprofitable servant, Luk. 17.10. and doth not challenge God for any of his dealing with him:
for when he hath done all he can, he is ready to say, I am an unprofitable servant, Luk. 17.10. and does not challenge God for any of his dealing with him:
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and turn you not aside, for then you should go after vain things that cannot profit nor deliver (for they are vain) for the Lord will not forsake his people, for his great Name sake:
and turn you not aside, for then you should go After vain things that cannot profit nor deliver (for they Are vain) for the Lord will not forsake his people, for his great Name sake:
yet he dares not commit sin, but being under Grace, he is the more affected if he shall at any time displease God, and procure chastisement to himself:
yet he dares not commit since, but being under Grace, he is the more affected if he shall At any time displease God, and procure chastisement to himself:
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indeed we are troubled that we should sin against the grace of God, otherwise we look not at our obedience or disobedience, to make us accepted or rejected.
indeed we Are troubled that we should sin against the grace of God, otherwise we look not At our Obedience or disobedience, to make us accepted or rejected.
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pregnant for this purpose is the example of Jacob (which we mentioned before) Gen. 32.9, 10. who though he had a plain and a full promise of God, to do him good if he would return to his Country,
pregnant for this purpose is the Exampl of Jacob (which we mentioned before) Gen. 32.9, 10. who though he had a plain and a full promise of God, to do him good if he would return to his Country,
yet they challenge nothing from any thing that they have done, but put the Lord in mind of his free promise, that as of his free grace he hath freely promised:
yet they challenge nothing from any thing that they have done, but put the Lord in mind of his free promise, that as of his free grace he hath freely promised:
If any therefore shall accuse the Doctrine of the Covenant of free Grace of Antinomianism, and say, it teacheth men freedom from the Law of Moses; and if they commit any sin, they plead they are not bound unto the Law; we see how false such an aspersion would be:
If any Therefore shall accuse the Doctrine of the Covenant of free Grace of Antinomianism, and say, it Teaches men freedom from the Law of Moses; and if they commit any since, they plead they Are not bound unto the Law; we see how false such an aspersion would be:
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There is none under a Covenant of Grace that dare allow himself in any sin; for if a man should negligently commit any sin, the Lord will school him throughly,
There is none under a Covenant of Grace that Dare allow himself in any since; for if a man should negligently commit any since, the Lord will school him thoroughly,
but if through strength of temptation he be at any time carried aside, it is his greatest burthen, 2 Sam. 12.8, 9. compared 13. Hath not the Lord (saith Nathan ) done these and these things for thee? wherefore then hast thou despised the Commandment of the Lord? then David confesseth, I have sinned. It pierced him to the heart to consider it, that he should abuse his Neighbours wife,
but if through strength of temptation he be At any time carried aside, it is his greatest burden, 2 Sam. 12.8, 9. compared 13. Hath not the Lord (Says Nathan) done these and these things for thee? Wherefore then hast thou despised the Commandment of the Lord? then David Confesses, I have sinned. It pierced him to the heart to Consider it, that he should abuse his Neighbours wife,
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I know a Christian man, that hath not been clearly taught the distinct differences of the two Covenants, may be misled into dangerous waies, that might tend unto the utter undoing of his soul;
I know a Christian man, that hath not been clearly taught the distinct differences of the two Covenants, may be misled into dangerous ways, that might tend unto the utter undoing of his soul;
and restrained from sin, and thereupon build your conjugal communion with Jesus Christ, you will find your souls full of sadness and fear ere long, specially if you have true grace in your hearts:
and restrained from since, and thereupon built your conjugal communion with jesus christ, you will find your Souls full of sadness and Fear ere long, specially if you have true grace in your hearts:
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truly the Lord hath disenabled them (as it were) from such things, because they did build their union and fellowship with Jesus Christ upon them, that so they might know the freedom of the grace of God, that justifieth the ungodly; then will the poor soul be glad to seek after the Lord Jesus Christ,
truly the Lord hath disenabled them (as it were) from such things, Because they did built their Union and fellowship with jesus christ upon them, that so they might know the freedom of the grace of God, that Justifieth the ungodly; then will the poor soul be glad to seek After the Lord jesus christ,
If the Lord will give unto us himself, what need we these gifts to work any thing, which God is much more able to perform then we can be? This springeth naturally from the Doctrine.
If the Lord will give unto us himself, what need we these Gifts to work any thing, which God is much more able to perform then we can be? This springs naturally from the Doctrine.
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Though the Lord giveth us himself, and his holy Spirit to dwell in us, yet is it needful that we should be indued with all the gifts of the Spirit of Grace, that do accompany-salvation.
Though the Lord gives us himself, and his holy Spirit to dwell in us, yet is it needful that we should be endued with all the Gifts of the Spirit of Grace, that do accompany-salvation.
You will say, What need is there then that the Holy Ghost should dwell in us? or will not these carry an end our souls unto immortality? Truly we have need that the Lord should give us his holy Spirit to dwell in us, notwithstanding all the gifts of his grace,
You will say, What need is there then that the Holy Ghost should dwell in us? or will not these carry an end our Souls unto immortality? Truly we have need that the Lord should give us his holy Spirit to dwell in us, notwithstanding all the Gifts of his grace,
though they indeed are necessary conditions to be found in the souls of all Gods servants, Heb. 12.14. Follow peace and holyness, without which no man shall see the Lord.
though they indeed Are necessary conditions to be found in the Souls of all God's Servants, Hebrew 12.14. Follow peace and holiness, without which no man shall see the Lord.
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for we are soon weary of holy Duties, as Prayer, or Conference, or the like: if Holiness be in any thing, it soon groweth wearisome to flesh and blood;
for we Are soon weary of holy Duties, as Prayer, or Conference, or the like: if Holiness be in any thing, it soon grows wearisome to Flesh and blood;
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Do not say, What, shall we be wiser then our Fathers? and, Is not Moderation best in all things? but consider what the Apostle saith, Follow still after it, even unto perfection;
Do not say, What, shall we be Wiser then our Father's? and, Is not Moderation best in all things? but Consider what the Apostle Says, Follow still After it, even unto perfection;
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then it's so far above a mans reach, whatsoever we have to do in the things of God, that we should soon be weary of reaching forth our hands all the day long unto the Lord,
then it's so Far above a men reach, whatsoever we have to do in the things of God, that we should soon be weary of reaching forth our hands all the day long unto the Lord,
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and what needeth it, if the Spirit of Holiness dwell in me by an everlasting Covenant? if it did withdraw from us as it did from Adam, it was another matter;
and what needs it, if the Spirit of Holiness dwell in me by an everlasting Covenant? if it did withdraw from us as it did from Adam, it was Another matter;
If then there be such gifts of holiness, what need the Holy Ghost dwell in us? is it not enough that he should shed abroad these things into our hearts? cannot the Lord carry an end the work of our salvation by these gifts?
If then there be such Gifts of holiness, what need the Holy Ghost dwell in us? is it not enough that he should shed abroad these things into our hearts? cannot the Lord carry an end the work of our salvation by these Gifts?
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There is need that the Holy Ghost should dwell in us, notwithstanding. 1. To keep these gifts in us. 2. To act them in us. 3. To witness these unto our souls,
There is need that the Holy Ghost should dwell in us, notwithstanding. 1. To keep these Gifts in us. 2. To act them in us. 3. To witness these unto our Souls,
1. That there is need of the Holy Ghost to keep these things in us, 2 Tim. 1.14. That good thing which was committed unto thee, keep by the Holy Ghost which dwelleth in us.
1. That there is need of the Holy Ghost to keep these things in us, 2 Tim. 1.14. That good thing which was committed unto thee, keep by the Holy Ghost which dwells in us.
And if you shall ask how love, and patience, and the rest of the gifts of God do work? The Holy Ghost stirreth up faith to look unto Christ, who returneth strength by his Spirit unto Faith;
And if you shall ask how love, and patience, and the rest of the Gifts of God do work? The Holy Ghost stirs up faith to look unto christ, who returns strength by his Spirit unto Faith;
for such is the blindness of the nature of all the sons of men, and it is a wonder to see, that generally Christians when the Lord first worketh these gifts in them, not one of a thousand but they think they are in a sad and fearful condition,
for such is the blindness of the nature of all the Sons of men, and it is a wonder to see, that generally Christians when the Lord First works these Gifts in them, not one of a thousand but they think they Are in a sad and fearful condition,
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but now left that we should alwayes mistake that which the Lord hath given us, we have received the Spirit of God, that we might know the things that are freely given unto us of God, 1 Cor. 2.12. he indeed taketh his own time to discover it, to some sooner, to some later;
but now left that we should always mistake that which the Lord hath given us, we have received the Spirit of God, that we might know the things that Are freely given unto us of God, 1 Cor. 2.12. he indeed Takes his own time to discover it, to Some sooner, to Some later;
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and to discover to us what gracious gifts the Lord hath wrought in us, and what duties he hath helped us to do, that we may be able to give account of them by the Holy Ghost that dwelleth in us, and beareth witness with us.
and to discover to us what gracious Gifts the Lord hath wrought in us, and what duties he hath helped us to do, that we may be able to give account of them by the Holy Ghost that dwells in us, and bears witness with us.
When the Comforter is come, whom I will send unto you from the Father, even the Spirit of truth which proceedeth from the Father, he shall testifie of me, (our Divines have no place of more clear evidence to prove the procession of the Spirit from the Father) both of what mighty redemption he hath wrought for us,
When the Comforter is come, whom I will send unto you from the Father, even the Spirit of truth which Proceedeth from the Father, he shall testify of me, (our Divines have no place of more clear evidence to prove the procession of the Spirit from the Father) both of what mighty redemption he hath wrought for us,
he worketh faith in us to receive whatsoever the Lord giveth unto us, and by the same faith worketh all our holiness for us, 1 Cor. 1.30. Christ is made unto us of God, wis.
he works faith in us to receive whatsoever the Lord gives unto us, and by the same faith works all our holiness for us, 1 Cor. 1.30. christ is made unto us of God, wis.
but in the strength of Jesus Christ. There may be a change in the soul, which may spring from a spirit of Bondage, and may captivate our consciences unto the Law, that may restrain us from sin, and constrain us unto duties:
but in the strength of jesus christ. There may be a change in the soul, which may spring from a Spirit of Bondage, and may captivate our Consciences unto the Law, that may restrain us from since, and constrain us unto duties:
but if he speak of his Life, he maketh this his Universal Life, I live by the Faith of the Son of God, and I am I am able to do all things through Christ which strengthneth me, Phil. 4.13. This is the true savour of a Christian spirit, that when gifts are at the highest, the heart is then at the lowest: 1 Cor. 15.9, 10. The Apostle Paul there acknowledgeth himself to be as one born out of due time;
but if he speak of his Life, he makes this his Universal Life, I live by the Faith of the Son of God, and I am I am able to do all things through christ which strengtheneth me, Philip 4.13. This is the true savour of a Christian Spirit, that when Gifts Are At the highest, the heart is then At the lowest: 1 Cor. 15.9, 10. The Apostle Paul there acknowledgeth himself to be as one born out of due time;
This is truly spiritual sanctification, that when the soul is full of the Holy Ghost, and gifts of the Holy Ghost, yet he is like a man in great penury, as having nothing of himself:
This is truly spiritual sanctification, that when the soul is full of the Holy Ghost, and Gifts of the Holy Ghost, yet he is like a man in great penury, as having nothing of himself:
This is a marvelous spiritual poverty, and you shall ever find (and I desire the Lord would open the hearts of his people to know what I speak) that if Christians have fallen, their greatest falls have been in their most exemplary gifts.
This is a marvelous spiritual poverty, and you shall ever find (and I desire the Lord would open the hearts of his people to know what I speak) that if Christians have fallen, their greatest falls have been in their most exemplary Gifts.
but the second time, that his wife would be taken away from him by Pharaoh? Gen. 12. by Abimelech? chap. 20. had not the Lord promised that he would bless him wheresoever he came? Gen. 12.2. He had so much of the knowledge and grace of God shining in him, that Sarah needed not have dissembled;
but the second time, that his wife would be taken away from him by Pharaoh? Gen. 12. by Abimelech? chap. 20. had not the Lord promised that he would bless him wheresoever he Come? Gen. 12.2. He had so much of the knowledge and grace of God shining in him, that Sarah needed not have dissembled;
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and Abimelech (a poor Heathen) could say as much, chap. 20.16. Behold, thy husband it a covering of the eyes to all that are with thee, and with all other; thus she was reproved:
and Abimelech (a poor Heathen) could say as much, chap. 20.16. Behold, thy husband it a covering of the eyes to all that Are with thee, and with all other; thus she was reproved:
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Thus we see that these great failings of Abraham, were proper acts of unbelief. Moses, a meek man, none like him for meekness on the face of the earth;
Thus we see that these great failings of Abraham, were proper acts of unbelief. Moses, a meek man, none like him for meekness on the face of the earth;
but now he falleth into Passion, and this was the very sin, for which the Lord excluded him out of Canaan, Numb. 27.12, 13, 14. It was the breach of this royal grace, chap. 20.12.
but now he falls into Passion, and this was the very since, for which the Lord excluded him out of Canaan, Numb. 27.12, 13, 14. It was the breach of this royal grace, chap. 20.12.
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and in the porch at the speech of another Maid; and the third time, at the voice of one that stood by, Mat. 26.69. &c. whereas afterward when he lived by faith, he became undaunted.
and in the porch At the speech of Another Maid; and the third time, At the voice of one that stood by, Mathew 26.69. etc. whereas afterwards when he lived by faith, he became undaunted.
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and called him Lord; whose daughters you are while you do well, 1 Pet. 3.6. and yet you know one of her greatest failings, was in point of Reverence to her husband, Gen. 16.5.
and called him Lord; whose daughters you Are while you do well, 1 Pet. 3.6. and yet you know one of her greatest failings, was in point of reverence to her husband, Gen. 16.5.
Where is the reverence of Sarah now? Will you have the daughters of Sarah to imitate her herein? What had her husband done? There was no fault in him in this matter;
Where is the Reverence of Sarah now? Will you have the daughters of Sarah to imitate her herein? What had her husband done? There was no fault in him in this matter;
and after his conversion, he counteth it all, as dross, and dung, that he might win Christ, Phil. 3.6, 7, 8. And for our faith; they are not to be trusted upon, as grounds of it:
and After his conversion, he counteth it all, as dross, and dung, that he might win christ, Philip 3.6, 7, 8. And for our faith; they Are not to be trusted upon, as grounds of it:
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The water beareth witness to the bloud, and the bloud to the water, and the Spirit unto both, 1 Joh. 5.6, 7, 8. A mans own spirit beareth witness also, Rom. 8.16. The Spirit of God beareth witness with our spirits, that we are the children of God;
The water bears witness to the blood, and the blood to the water, and the Spirit unto both, 1 John 5.6, 7, 8. A men own Spirit bears witness also, Rom. 8.16. The Spirit of God bears witness with our spirits, that we Are the children of God;
but this is the life of a true evidence, that all these gifts of God do not bear witness any further then a man seeth the Lord Jesus working them in him, and for him:
but this is the life of a true evidence, that all these Gifts of God do not bear witness any further then a man sees the Lord jesus working them in him, and for him:
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Therefore the Apostle doth stir up the Corinthians unto this mainly, Examine your selves whether you are in the faith, 2 Cor. 13.5. if he do exhort them to examination, it is in point of faith:
Therefore the Apostle does stir up the Corinthians unto this mainly, Examine your selves whither you Are in the faith, 2 Cor. 13.5. if he do exhort them to examination, it is in point of faith:
and therefore some of our Divines, as Reverent Forbes of Middleburgh by name, who hath written a Sermon upon it, wherein he noteth this, that unless men find faith in their holiness, none of all their Sanctification will become a sound witness of the grace of God unto them:
and Therefore Some of our Divines, as Reverend Forbes of Middleburgh by name, who hath written a Sermon upon it, wherein he notes this, that unless men find faith in their holiness, none of all their Sanctification will become a found witness of the grace of God unto them:
4. A fourth Use of our sanctification is, that the Spirit of God helpeth us by it in point of rejoycing; and therefore it is that you shall see the servants of God, rejoycing in their holiness;
4. A fourth Use of our sanctification is, that the Spirit of God Helpeth us by it in point of rejoicing; and Therefore it is that you shall see the Servants of God, rejoicing in their holiness;
But what is it that maketh the Apostle to rejoyce before God? When he rejoyceth in his work before the Lord, you shall ever find him rejoycing at the Lords acting these gifts in him,
But what is it that makes the Apostle to rejoice before God? When he Rejoiceth in his work before the Lord, you shall ever find him rejoicing At the lords acting these Gifts in him,
You shall find him also blessing God, that had prospered this work of the Ministry wheresoever he came, 2 Cor. 2.14. Thanks be to God which alwaies causeth us to triumph in Christ, and maketh manifest the savour of his knowledge by us in every place.
You shall find him also blessing God, that had prospered this work of the Ministry wheresoever he Come, 2 Cor. 2.14. Thanks be to God which always Causes us to triumph in christ, and makes manifest the savour of his knowledge by us in every place.
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and as we receive Joy and Comfort also, which the Lord doth minister unto us, in a sanctified course, by his holy Spirit: so we grow up, and perfect our Holiness, which we have received in his Name: there is growth in grace; this sanctification is not bedrid;
and as we receive Joy and Comfort also, which the Lord does minister unto us, in a sanctified course, by his holy Spirit: so we grow up, and perfect our Holiness, which we have received in his Name: there is growth in grace; this sanctification is not bedrid;
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And many sweet means the Lord hath appointed for this end; the communion of Gods people tendeth hereunto, Prov. 13.20. He that walketh with the wise shall learn wisdom:
And many sweet means the Lord hath appointed for this end; the communion of God's people tendeth hereunto, Curae 13.20. He that walks with the wise shall Learn Wisdom:
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so also it becometh the people of God, to know, that the more need we stand in to be fruitful, the more need we have to derive a continual fresh supply from the Lord Jesus Christ, that by his Spirit, renewing grace in us, we may be enlarged,
so also it Becometh the people of God, to know, that the more need we stand in to be fruitful, the more need we have to derive a continual fresh supply from the Lord jesus christ, that by his Spirit, renewing grace in us, we may be enlarged,
otherwise you shall constantly find this, that if the Lord do not preserve this empty frame in us, the more full we are of any gift, the more full shall we be of our own strength,
otherwise you shall constantly find this, that if the Lord do not preserve this empty frame in us, the more full we Are of any gift, the more full shall we be of our own strength,
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so that if any man would know whether the superscription of Christ and his image be stamped upon his sanctification, this you shall ever find to be the stamp of the grace of Jesus Christ;
so that if any man would know whither the superscription of christ and his image be stamped upon his sanctification, this you shall ever find to be the stamp of the grace of jesus christ;
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But you will say, May not a Christian be sometimes full of himself, and depend upon the strength of his own gifts? Yes, brethren, God forbid I should deny that,
But you will say, May not a Christian be sometime full of himself, and depend upon the strength of his own Gifts? Yes, brothers, God forbid I should deny that,
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and hereupon Abraham hath been wanting in faith, and Moses in meekness, and Peter in courage, and Sarah in her modesty; they have been so apt to trust upon those graces of God, wherein they have most abounded, that they have principally failed therein:
and hereupon Abraham hath been wanting in faith, and Moses in meekness, and Peter in courage, and Sarah in her modesty; they have been so apt to trust upon those graces of God, wherein they have most abounded, that they have principally failed therein:
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so they grow to be more sensible of their need of Jesus Christ, more fearful of departing from him, more careful to cleave unto him, that they might grow up in his name to all well pleasing in his sight.
so they grow to be more sensible of their need of jesus christ, more fearful of departing from him, more careful to cleave unto him, that they might grow up in his name to all well pleasing in his sighed.
This is the Use which I would commend unto you touching your Christian Sanctification. Thus we see sundry things have been clear'd from this Doctrine concerning the Covenant of Grace.
This is the Use which I would commend unto you touching your Christian Sanctification. Thus we see sundry things have been cleared from this Doctrine Concerning the Covenant of Grace.
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For if God in the Covenant of his Grace, do give himself to be a God to Abraham, and his seed, It is then to be enquired, 1. How God the Father giveth himself. 2. How God the Son giveth himself. 3. How God the Holy Ghost giveth himself:
For if God in the Covenant of his Grace, do give himself to be a God to Abraham, and his seed, It is then to be inquired, 1. How God the Father gives himself. 2. How God the Son gives himself. 3. How God the Holy Ghost gives himself:
Herein hath God commended his love towards us, that while we were yet sinners Christ died for us; Rom. 5.8. this is the love of God to send us his Son, that whosoever believeth in him, might not perish but have everlasting life. Joh. 3.16.
Herein hath God commended his love towards us, that while we were yet Sinners christ died for us; Rom. 5.8. this is the love of God to send us his Son, that whosoever Believeth in him, might not perish but have everlasting life. John 3.16.
how shall he not with him also freely give us all things? So then this is the first and the great work of God, that he hath given his Son out of his own bosom, to take our nature upon him, to lead a miserable life,
how shall he not with him also freely give us all things? So then this is the First and the great work of God, that he hath given his Son out of his own bosom, to take our nature upon him, to led a miserable life,
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nor can see him, nor will God the Father have immediate fellowship with any creature, but the only begotten Son of the Father, the Lord hath given him that he might reveal him. Thus we may perceive that the Lord is gracious,
nor can see him, nor will God the Father have immediate fellowship with any creature, but the only begotten Son of the Father, the Lord hath given him that he might reveal him. Thus we may perceive that the Lord is gracious,
when he draweth him unto Christ; an effectual Teaching, and powerful, 1 Cor. 1.9. God is faithful, by whom ye were called unto the fellowship of his Son Jesus Christ our Lord.
when he draws him unto christ; an effectual Teaching, and powerful, 1 Cor. 1.9. God is faithful, by whom you were called unto the fellowship of his Son jesus christ our Lord.
and I suppose long ago received, as, that the Lord calleth his people out of their sins, by the light of the Law, and by the spirit of bondage he setteth home the Law effectually unto the soul,
and I suppose long ago received, as, that the Lord calls his people out of their Sins, by the Light of the Law, and by the Spirit of bondage he sets home the Law effectually unto the soul,
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and thereby draweth us from sin, and from the world in some measure, that we have now no might to those things, which before we were full of delight in:
and thereby draws us from since, and from the world in Some measure, that we have now no might to those things, which before we were full of delight in:
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and thus it was with Saul, (who afterwards was Paul) Act. 9.3, 4, 5, 6. when Jesus Christ called unto him out of heaven, he all trembling, and astonished, said, Lord, what wilt thou have me to do? So it was with the Jaylor, Act. 16.29.
and thus it was with Saul, (who afterwards was Paul) Act. 9.3, 4, 5, 6. when jesus christ called unto him out of heaven, he all trembling, and astonished, said, Lord, what wilt thou have me to do? So it was with the Jailor, Act. 16.29.
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but of power, of love, and of a sound mind, &c. such fear also the Apostle John speaketh of, 1 Joh. 4.18. when he saith, Perfect love casteth out fear, for fear hath torment;
but of power, of love, and of a found mind, etc. such Fear also the Apostle John speaks of, 1 John 4.18. when he Says, Perfect love Cast out Fear, for Fear hath torment;
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but there is a further act of the spirit of bondage, according to that power which was given to the faithful witnesses, Revel. 11. Besides this spirit of bondage, the Lord hath another work, which is called a spirit of burning, Mal. 4.1. The day cometh that shall burn as an oven;
but there is a further act of the Spirit of bondage, according to that power which was given to the faithful Witnesses, Revel. 11. Beside this Spirit of bondage, the Lord hath Another work, which is called a Spirit of burning, Malachi 4.1. The day comes that shall burn as an oven;
and that is it of which John Baptist speaketh, Now the ax is laid to the root of the tree, &c. and this he spake ( Mat. 3.9.) after he had said, Think not to say with your selves, We have Abraham to our father, ver. 8. So that all the confidence that they had in Abraham's Covenant, and Temple, and Tabernacle, and such things, is burnt up;
and that is it of which John Baptist speaks, Now the ax is laid to the root of the tree, etc. and this he spoke (Mathew 3.9.) After he had said, Think not to say with your selves, We have Abraham to our father, ver. 8. So that all the confidence that they had in Abraham's Covenant, and Temple, and Tabernacle, and such things, is burned up;
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So that Christ will not seek us until we be lost; and therefore he saith, Mat. 16.24. If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and follow me;
So that christ will not seek us until we be lost; and Therefore he Says, Mathew 16.24. If any man will come After me, let him deny himself, and follow me;
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and according hereunto it is, that those converts, Act. 2.37. do cry out, when they were pricked in their heart, and said unto Peter, and to the rest of the Apostles, Men, and brethren, what shall we do? Hence it is also, that the poor souls that came unto Christ, Mat. 12.20. were like bruised reeds that could not hold up their heads;
and according hereunto it is, that those converts, Act. 2.37. do cry out, when they were pricked in their heart, and said unto Peter, and to the rest of the Apostles, Men, and brothers, what shall we do? Hence it is also, that the poor Souls that Come unto christ, Mathew 12.20. were like Bruised reeds that could not hold up their Heads;
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Thus doth the Lord burn up the root of Abraham's Covenant wherein men trust, and the root of all our self-sufficiency; that now we find our selves dried up, and our strength consumed;
Thus does the Lord burn up the root of Abraham's Covenant wherein men trust, and the root of all our self-sufficiency; that now we find our selves dried up, and our strength consumed;
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all our fastings, and humiliations, and alms-deeds, and prayers; such things as the Pharisees much boasted in, Mat. 6.1, 2, 3. &c. but these things are all burnt up.
all our Fastings, and humiliations, and almsdeeds, and Prayers; such things as the Pharisees much boasted in, Mathew 6.1, 2, 3. etc. but these things Are all burned up.
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This is a spirit of bondage, partly as it worketh a trembling and fear, and partly as it worketh to the burning up of all the hope that we have in our selves.
This is a Spirit of bondage, partly as it works a trembling and Fear, and partly as it works to the burning up of all the hope that we have in our selves.
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and so here is still the old root of Adam left alive in us, whereby men seek to establish their own righteousness, whereof the Apostle Paul often maketh mention:
and so Here is still the old root of Adam left alive in us, whereby men seek to establish their own righteousness, whereof the Apostle Paul often makes mention:
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whereas nature is active for it self, now it cometh to passe, that whereas a soul hath been stirring and busie in his own strength, at length the Spirit of God by the mighty power of his Grace, being shed abroad into the soul, doth burn up root and branch, not only the root of Abraham's Covenant, but all the fatness of the root of the wild Olive, by which we are fat,
whereas nature is active for it self, now it comes to pass, that whereas a soul hath been stirring and busy in his own strength, At length the Spirit of God by the mighty power of his Grace, being shed abroad into the soul, does burn up root and branch, not only the root of Abraham's Covenant, but all the fatness of the root of the wild Olive, by which we Are fat,
now this stooping of the heart unto God, and yielding unto him to do with us as seemeth good in his own eyes, is such a prostration of the heart wherein the Lord hath taken possession of the soul, that now a man is led unto fellowship with Jesus Christ, that there is none in heaven but him, none in the earth in comparison of him, that the soul desireth after:
now this stooping of the heart unto God, and yielding unto him to do with us as seems good in his own eyes, is such a prostration of the heart wherein the Lord hath taken possession of the soul, that now a man is led unto fellowship with jesus christ, that there is none in heaven but him, none in the earth in comparison of him, that the soul Desires After:
This is the Fathers drawing of the soul, which is expounded to be the hearing and learning of the Father of which John speaketh, chap. 6.45. He that hath heard and learned of the Father, cometh unto me;
This is the Father's drawing of the soul, which is expounded to be the hearing and learning of the Father of which John speaks, chap. 6.45. He that hath herd and learned of the Father, comes unto me;
If you shall ask me how this spirit cometh into the soul, to make it thus to stoop unto Jesus Christ? You shall find that the Lord useth to convey himself unto the soul in some word of promise of the Gospel, that sheweth unto the soul the riches of the grace of God in Jesus Christ:
If you shall ask me how this Spirit comes into the soul, to make it thus to stoop unto jesus christ? You shall find that the Lord uses to convey himself unto the soul in Some word of promise of the Gospel, that shows unto the soul the riches of the grace of God in jesus christ:
when the soul is in such a frame, now God the Father cometh by a third work of actual reconcilement: The first work, was of conviction: The second, was a work of subjection: And the third, of reconciliation. This is the third work of the Father:
when the soul is in such a frame, now God the Father comes by a third work of actual reconcilement: The First work, was of conviction: The second, was a work of subjection: And the third, of reconciliation. This is the third work of the Father:
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and now he doth pronounce us reconciled unto him: this is the work which is spoken of, Rom. 5.10. When we were enemies, we were reconciled unto God, by the death of his Son. And this is the work of God the Father, according to that which is before alledged, 2 Cor. 5.19.
and now he does pronounce us reconciled unto him: this is the work which is spoken of, Rom. 5.10. When we were enemies, we were reconciled unto God, by the death of his Son. And this is the work of God the Father, according to that which is before alleged, 2 Cor. 5.19.
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God was in Christ reconciling the world, &c. now there are two acts of God, as fruits that follow hereupon, and both of them done at once upon the soul.
God was in christ reconciling the world, etc. now there Are two acts of God, as fruits that follow hereupon, and both of them done At once upon the soul.
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as Gal. 4.4, 5, 6. When the fulness of time was come, God sent forth his Son made of a woman, made under the law, to redeem them that were under the law;
as Gal. 4.4, 5, 6. When the fullness of time was come, God sent forth his Son made of a woman, made under the law, to Redeem them that were under the law;
so soon as ever the life of Christ is shed abroad into our hearts, so soon are we heirs with Christ, and the righteousness of the second Adam is imputed unto us now to our justificacation,
so soon as ever the life of christ is shed abroad into our hearts, so soon Are we Heirs with christ, and the righteousness of the second Adam is imputed unto us now to our justification,
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for as it hath been observed by others, so we may now gather it from what we have heard, that there be four sorts of men, that fall short of this union with Jesus Christ.
for as it hath been observed by Others, so we may now gather it from what we have herd, that there be four sorts of men, that fallen short of this Union with jesus christ.
and hereupon they fall to reformations, and so to duties of humiliation, and the like; wherein they find such a blessed change, and so much comfort, as doth satisfie them:
and hereupon they fallen to reformations, and so to duties of humiliation, and the like; wherein they find such a blessed change, and so much Comfort, as does satisfy them:
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and therefore they know that it is impossible to be saved by the righteousness of the Law, and that it is not of works neither, of one kind, nor of another:
and Therefore they know that it is impossible to be saved by the righteousness of the Law, and that it is not of works neither, of one kind, nor of Another:
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but though he may be sometimes burnt up touching his hope in reformation, yet he will translate his faith to Jesus Christ: but how came you to do that, brother? Why, I saw my hopes in my own reformation would not serve my turn,
but though he may be sometime burned up touching his hope in Reformation, yet he will translate his faith to jesus christ: but how Come you to do that, brother? Why, I saw my hope's in my own Reformation would not serve my turn,
now this fourth sort come plainly to see that their faith is shaken, and they dare not look God in the face, to justifie the truth of their faith before him:
now this fourth sort come plainly to see that their faith is shaken, and they Dare not look God in the face, to justify the truth of their faith before him:
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Is not this soul in a state of everlasting fellowship with Jesus Christ? Truly this is that which the Lord many times bringeth the souls of his servants unto;
Is not this soul in a state of everlasting fellowship with jesus christ? Truly this is that which the Lord many times brings the Souls of his Servants unto;
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But a soul will say, Hath not the Lord made gracious promises to all those that seek for him? Hath he not said, that all they are blessed that wait for him? Isa. 30.18. and am not I wrapped up hereby in a bundle of grace and peace? Mind you;
But a soul will say, Hath not the Lord made gracious promises to all those that seek for him? Hath he not said, that all they Are blessed that wait for him? Isaiah 30.18. and am not I wrapped up hereby in a bundle of grace and peace? Mind you;
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but if ever the Lord mean to save you, he will rend as it were the caul from the heart, I mean, he will pluck away all the confidence that you have built upon,
but if ever the Lord mean to save you, he will rend as it were the caul from the heart, I mean, he will pluck away all the confidence that you have built upon,
When the Spirit of God cometh as a Comforter, he will in this manner convince the soul of a man, that he hath heretofore hung upon his reformations for hope and comfort;
When the Spirit of God comes as a Comforter, he will in this manner convince the soul of a man, that he hath heretofore hung upon his reformations for hope and Comfort;
The soul being thus convinced that neither his working, nor believing, nor waiting, nor seeking as of himself will do him any good, there is no mercy that he can challenge for any goodness sake of his own;
The soul being thus convinced that neither his working, nor believing, nor waiting, nor seeking as of himself will do him any good, there is no mercy that he can challenge for any Goodness sake of his own;
for if the Question be not about grace, but about the discerning of grace, you will find that differences which tend unto the discerning of grace, will be of much less dangerous consequence then the other;
for if the Question be not about grace, but about the discerning of grace, you will find that differences which tend unto the discerning of grace, will be of much less dangerous consequence then the other;
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before the Spirit of Grace cometh into him, he is clear in this, that there are none of all the Promises of God belonging unto him, till the Lord who hath broken him do bind him up again;
before the Spirit of Grace comes into him, he is clear in this, that there Are none of all the Promises of God belonging unto him, till the Lord who hath broken him do bind him up again;
If you tell him of promises made to faith, he will say, But not to mine, that hath only sprung from my own reformations. Consider, all you that search the word of God this day,
If you tell him of promises made to faith, he will say, But not to mine, that hath only sprung from my own reformations. Consider, all you that search the word of God this day,
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when the soul cometh, to deny that it hath true faith, what promise can it apply unto that which it denieth it self to have? A soul will be ready to refuse promises,
when the soul comes, to deny that it hath true faith, what promise can it apply unto that which it Denieth it self to have? A soul will be ready to refuse promises,
when there was nothing but a power of the spirit of Reformation, and till we be cut off from the old Adam, we shall be ready to quarrel and snarle that the Lord should deal thus with us;
when there was nothing but a power of the Spirit of Reformation, and till we be Cut off from the old Adam, we shall be ready to quarrel and snarl that the Lord should deal thus with us;
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And what can help a soul now, but only an absolute promise? Whereby the soul is raised to look to the Name of that Christ, whom he hath all this while blasphemed and persecuted.
And what can help a soul now, but only an absolute promise? Whereby the soul is raised to look to the Name of that christ, whom he hath all this while blasphemed and persecuted.
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Thus we see upon what terms and grounds any one is jealous of building his comfort upon conditional promises, and why we are so loath to say, that sanctification is an evidence of a mans justification; it is because men may produce sanctification,
Thus we see upon what terms and grounds any one is jealous of building his Comfort upon conditional promises, and why we Are so loath to say, that sanctification is an evidence of a men justification; it is Because men may produce sanctification,
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and thy will be made to lie prostrate before the will of God, and is unable to satisfie it self in any thing besides Jesus Christ; the want of either of which, will leave a man still a member of old Adam; that either he will cavil with God,
and thy will be made to lie prostrate before the will of God, and is unable to satisfy it self in any thing beside jesus christ; the want of either of which, will leave a man still a member of old Adam; that either he will cavil with God,
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which is a plain sign that the Spirit of God is not there, & then there is no condition of which it can be said, This is the spot of Gods children, This is the seal of the servants of the Living God.
which is a plain Signen that the Spirit of God is not there, & then there is no condition of which it can be said, This is the spot of God's children, This is the seal of the Servants of the Living God.
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if we be thus afraid that men should build their faith upon conditional promises: if men build their consolation upon conditions of obedience, hypocrites have gone beyond it:
if we be thus afraid that men should built their faith upon conditional promises: if men built their consolation upon conditions of Obedience, Hypocrites have gone beyond it:
first draw neer unto God in Jesus Christ, and when any are brought on to Christ by self-denial, such mens faith and love are indeed evident tokens of salvation and communion
First draw near unto God in jesus christ, and when any Are brought on to christ by self-denial, such men's faith and love Are indeed evident tokens of salvation and communion
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Therefore you see why we are so fearful to build our faith upon qualifications; for any self-denying soul will tell you, that no promise will serve his turn to build his faith upon,
Therefore you see why we Are so fearful to built our faith upon qualifications; for any Self-denying soul will tell you, that no promise will serve his turn to built his faith upon,
but if I would help and comfort such a soul, I would declare to him what the Lord hath done for us in Christ; I would shew him all the treasures of the rich grace of Christ; I would set in order before him,
but if I would help and Comfort such a soul, I would declare to him what the Lord hath done for us in christ; I would show him all the treasures of the rich grace of christ; I would Set in order before him,
but if the Lord do not breath by his Spirit in my words, then I would advise him to go and talk with some other Christians, I would not limit him to any one brother;
but if the Lord do not breath by his Spirit in my words, then I would Advice him to go and talk with Some other Christians, I would not limit him to any one brother;
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It is a ground of much Consolation to such a soul who hath the Holy Ghost dwelling in him, he cannot rest till he find the free grace of Jesus Christ revealed to him by his holy Spirit, in some promise thereof;
It is a ground of much Consolation to such a soul who hath the Holy Ghost Dwelling in him, he cannot rest till he find the free grace of jesus christ revealed to him by his holy Spirit, in Some promise thereof;
for Christ himself hath said, That the Spirit of truth will take of mine, and shew it unto you, Joh. 16.14. There is strong consolation laid up for all those that cannot rest without the manifestation of the free grace of God unto their souls:
for christ himself hath said, That the Spirit of truth will take of mine, and show it unto you, John 16.14. There is strong consolation laid up for all those that cannot rest without the manifestation of the free grace of God unto their Souls:
We now proceed unto the ninth Question, which is, How doth God the Son give himself unto Abraham, and to his seed, in an everlasting Covenant and union that shall never be dissolved?
We now proceed unto the ninth Question, which is, How does God the Son give himself unto Abraham, and to his seed, in an everlasting Covenant and Union that shall never be dissolved?
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the Apostle saith, Heb. 2.14, 15. &c. For as much as the children are partakers of flesh and bloud, he also himself took part of the same, that through death he might destroy him who had the power of death, that is the devil,
the Apostle Says, Hebrew 2.14, 15. etc. For as much as the children Are partakers of Flesh and blood, he also himself took part of the same, that through death he might destroy him who had the power of death, that is the Devil,
and deliver them who through fear of death, were all their life time subject to bondage, &c. Therefore it was truly said, Isa. 9.6. Unto us a Child is born, unto us a Son is given, &c. He took our nature upon him, lived a miserable life, died a cursed death;
and deliver them who through Fear of death, were all their life time Subject to bondage, etc. Therefore it was truly said, Isaiah 9.6. Unto us a Child is born, unto us a Son is given, etc. He took our nature upon him, lived a miserable life, died a cursed death;
and to remember his holy covenant, the oath which he sware to our father Abraham: By him we have redemption through his blood, Eph. 1.7. Col. 1.14. He gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purifie unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works. Tit. 2.14. This then is the first work of the Son, to Redeem us:
and to Remember his holy Covenant, the oath which he sware to our father Abraham: By him we have redemption through his blood, Ephesians 1.7. Col. 1.14. He gave himself for us, that he might Redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works. Tit. 2.14. This then is the First work of the Son, to redeem us:
And the very phrase of Redemption doth imply a double state of those that are redeemed, without which it cannot be understood, to wit, The state whence and whereunto they are redeemed,
And the very phrase of Redemption does imply a double state of those that Are redeemed, without which it cannot be understood, to wit, The state whence and whereunto they Are redeemed,
It findeth us in bondage, and setteth us in a state of liberty, Heb. 2.14, 15. He took our nature upon him, that he might deliver them, who through fear of death were all their life time made subject to bondage.
It finds us in bondage, and sets us in a state of liberty, Hebrew 2.14, 15. He took our nature upon him, that he might deliver them, who through Fear of death were all their life time made Subject to bondage.
In a state of Bondage we were under the Law and curse of God, but Christ hath redeemed us from the curse of the law: Gal. 3.13. and now sin shall no more have dominion over us, for we are not under the law, Rom. 6.14. that is, not under the Covenant of the Law, though we lie under the Commandment of it in Christ:
In a state of Bondage we were under the Law and curse of God, but christ hath redeemed us from the curse of the law: Gal. 3.13. and now since shall no more have dominion over us, for we Are not under the law, Rom. 6.14. that is, not under the Covenant of the Law, though we lie under the Commandment of it in christ:
we were sometime under the bondage of sin, under the guilt and strength of sin; but by Christ we have redemption, even the forgiveness of our sin:
we were sometime under the bondage of since, under the guilt and strength of since; but by christ we have redemption, even the forgiveness of our since:
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O grave, where is thy victory! the Lord hath delivered us from him that hath the power of death, Col. 2.15. Heb. 2.14. and from this evil world: Gal. 1.4. and from the wrath come, 1 Thes. 1.10. so then this was bondage we sometimes lay under, when the Law of God pressed heavily upon us the conscience of sin even unto death; both first, and second death;
O grave, where is thy victory! the Lord hath Delivered us from him that hath the power of death, Col. 2.15. Hebrew 2.14. and from this evil world: Gal. 1.4. and from the wrath come, 1 Thebes 1.10. so then this was bondage we sometime lay under, when the Law of God pressed heavily upon us the conscience of since even unto death; both First, and second death;
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The answer is given, in 1 Tim. 2.5, 6. There is one mediator between God and man, the Man Christ Jesus, who gave himself a ransom for all, &c. so that he himself is the Ransom.
The answer is given, in 1 Tim. 2.5, 6. There is one Mediator between God and man, the Man christ jesus, who gave himself a ransom for all, etc. so that he himself is the Ransom.
for his very active obedience was passive, and his passive obedience was active; if he had not been active in his sufferings, his sufferings had not been satisfactory,
for his very active Obedience was passive, and his passive Obedience was active; if he had not been active in his sufferings, his sufferings had not been satisfactory,
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forced death is no acceptable sacrifice. Again, on the other side; his active obedience was passive; he suffered himself to be closed in his Mothers womb,
forced death is no acceptable sacrifice. Again, on the other side; his active Obedience was passive; he suffered himself to be closed in his Mother's womb,
and though his heart as it were seems to recoil, so that if it were possible he desires the cup might pass from him, yet he is carried before Pontius Pilate, and is there condemned,
and though his heart as it were seems to recoil, so that if it were possible he Desires the cup might pass from him, yet he is carried before Pontius Pilate, and is there condemned,
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and afterward suffereth the death of the Cross: this was the chiefest part of the ransom, which the Lord did intend to pay to the justice of his Father;
and afterwards suffers the death of the Cross: this was the chiefest part of the ransom, which the Lord did intend to pay to the Justice of his Father;
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Thus therefore did the Lord give himself, in taking our nature upon him, and giving himself unto a state of bondage, from a state of liberty, to redeem us unto liberty from a state of bondage under the curse of the Law of God,
Thus Therefore did the Lord give himself, in taking our nature upon him, and giving himself unto a state of bondage, from a state of liberty, to Redeem us unto liberty from a state of bondage under the curse of the Law of God,
First, As in removing some bondage, and burdens: Secondly, So it carrieth with it some such priviledge and enfranchisement as whereby me claim some liberties which others cannot reach unto;
First, As in removing Some bondage, and burdens: Secondly, So it Carrieth with it Some such privilege and enfranchisement as whereby me claim Some Liberties which Others cannot reach unto;
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and those the Lord Jesus hath dearly paid for, by suffering his Fathers wrath, which did so drink up his Spirits, that I believe he died not by the pains of his body,
and those the Lord jesus hath dearly paid for, by suffering his Father's wrath, which did so drink up his Spirits, that I believe he died not by the pains of his body,
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Now by this means we have access unto the Lord, and into this grace wherein we stand, Rom. 5.2. and that with boldness, and confidence, Ephes. 2.12. even to enter with boldness into the holiest by the bloud of Jesus, Hob. 10.19.
Now by this means we have access unto the Lord, and into this grace wherein we stand, Rom. 5.2. and that with boldness, and confidence, Ephesians 2.12. even to enter with boldness into the Holiest by the blood of jesus, Hob. 10.19.
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and for a better, both wisdom, righteousness, sanctification, and redemption from all miseries and dangers, even from death to life, even life eternal;
and for a better, both Wisdom, righteousness, sanctification, and redemption from all misery's and dangers, even from death to life, even life Eternal;
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besides all blessings of the Kingdom of grace here below: All Church-priviledges, and Commonwealth-priviledges, hath the Lord purchased for us by his bloud:
beside all blessings of the Kingdom of grace Here below: All Church privileges, and Commonwealth-priviledges, hath the Lord purchased for us by his blood:
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Presupposing the Lord God the Father to have drawn the soul unto the Son from all confidence in the world, and in his own righteousness, and in his own returnings unto God by believing through his own power, from confidence in his own resolutions, and his own waiting upon Christ; and from all confidence in priviledges, and power of nature, and grace received;
Presupposing the Lord God the Father to have drawn the soul unto the Son from all confidence in the world, and in his own righteousness, and in his own returnings unto God by believing through his own power, from confidence in his own resolutions, and his own waiting upon christ; and from all confidence in privileges, and power of nature, and grace received;
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though he all this while seeth his need of Christ, and hath none in heaven but him, none in earth in comparison of him, of the want of whom he is sensible;
though he all this while sees his need of christ, and hath none in heaven but him, none in earth in comparison of him, of the want of whom he is sensible;
whence the soul begins to see the Fathers love, even the goodness of a God in what hath passed upon him, far beyond what he could have asked, or thought for;
whence the soul begins to see the Father's love, even the Goodness of a God in what hath passed upon him, Far beyond what he could have asked, or Thought for;
And therefore now begins with some more hope, and liberty to call God Father: for from this work of the Son, there doth arise the two characters of a Son in the soul, both which are comprized in this one, that is liberty: and there is a double liberty wherein a son doth stand: 1. First, He hath ease from all his doubtful fears, or at least from a great part of the burden of them;
And Therefore now begins with Some more hope, and liberty to call God Father: for from this work of the Son, there does arise the two characters of a Son in the soul, both which Are comprised in this one, that is liberty: and there is a double liberty wherein a son does stand: 1. First, He hath ease from all his doubtful fears, or At least from a great part of the burden of them;
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although as yet his comfort stands rather in expectation, then in actual fruition; as our Saviour saith, Come unto me all you that are weary, and heavy laden,
although as yet his Comfort Stands rather in expectation, then in actual fruition; as our Saviour Says, Come unto me all you that Are weary, and heavy laden,
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What saith the Lord in such a case? Or how doth he satisfie the soul? He telleth us plainly where our satisfaction is, Joh. 7.37, 38, 39. If any man thirst, let him come unto me and drink:
What Says the Lord in such a case? Or how does he satisfy the soul? He Telleth us plainly where our satisfaction is, John 7.37, 38, 39. If any man thirst, let him come unto me and drink:
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therefore our Saviour proclaims this in the last and great day of the Feast, when most of the Jewes were present (for this Feast lasted eight days) If any man be now athirst, and not satisfied with all the Ordinances they had now enjoyed:
Therefore our Saviour proclaims this in the last and great day of the Feast, when most of the Jews were present (for this Feast lasted eight days) If any man be now athirst, and not satisfied with all the Ordinances they had now enjoyed:
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neither doth he tell them, that their blessedness lyeth in that they do thirst (though there be a blessedness in it) but how then shall they be satisfied? Let him come to me, and drink.
neither does he tell them, that their blessedness lies in that they do thirst (though there be a blessedness in it) but how then shall they be satisfied? Let him come to me, and drink.
this he spake of the Spirit, which they that believe on him should receive; for the Holy Ghost was not yet given, because that Jesus was not yet glorified:
this he spoke of the Spirit, which they that believe on him should receive; for the Holy Ghost was not yet given, Because that jesus was not yet glorified:
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and, which is a second degree of liberty, giveth some liberty of hope, that the Lord will at the length be pleased to fill him with his blessed Spirit, which the Lord did more abundantly pour out upon the Disciples after his Resurrection:
and, which is a second degree of liberty, gives Some liberty of hope, that the Lord will At the length be pleased to fill him with his blessed Spirit, which the Lord did more abundantly pour out upon the Disciples After his Resurrection:
and therefore he distinguisheth his own work, from the work of the Spirit, Joh. 14.16, 17, 18. and 16.7, 13. he saith of himself, that He will not leave them comfortless;
and Therefore he Distinguisheth his own work, from the work of the Spirit, John 14.16, 17, 18. and 16.7, 13. he Says of himself, that He will not leave them comfortless;
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yet he had spoken much unto them, and told them that he loved them, and that the Father loved them; but all is but a kind of parable in comparison of what the Lord will further reveal,
yet he had spoken much unto them, and told them that he loved them, and that the Father loved them; but all is but a kind of parable in comparison of what the Lord will further reveal,
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In the mean while himself setteth on some word or other of his grace, whereby he gives the soul such a taste of himself (more then reprobates can have) as makes him thirst after more and more of Christ,
In the mean while himself sets on Some word or other of his grace, whereby he gives the soul such a taste of himself (more then Reprobates can have) as makes him thirst After more and more of christ,
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And (which is a farther work of the Son) for this purpose, he will send us his holy Spirit, as He told his Disciples, Joh. 16.7. It is expedient for you, that I go away:
And (which is a farther work of the Son) for this purpose, he will send us his holy Spirit, as He told his Disciples, John 16.7. It is expedient for you, that I go away:
but if I depart, I will send him unto you Thus as the Father sent the Son: so will the Son send the Spirit; and in the mean while he doth preserve us until the Spirit come;
but if I depart, I will send him unto you Thus as the Father sent the Son: so will the Son send the Spirit; and in the mean while he does preserve us until the Spirit come;
unto the free purpose of the grace of God) but I say, mean while the Son preserveth us, Joh. 6.39. This is the Fathers will, that of all that he hath given me, I should lose nothing. So Joh. 17.12. Those that thou gavest me I have kept, and none of them is lost.
unto the free purpose of the grace of God) but I say, mean while the Son Preserveth us, John 6.39. This is the Father's will, that of all that he hath given me, I should loose nothing. So John 17.12. Those that thou Gavest me I have kept, and none of them is lost.
as we are, &c. and this is the eternal efficacy of the Son, whereby every beleeving soul is kept until he do finde fulness of accomplishment of his spiritual desires:
as we Are, etc. and this is the Eternal efficacy of the Son, whereby every believing soul is kept until he do find fullness of accomplishment of his spiritual Desires:
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and though we may be many waies wanting in prayer for our selves, yet he will give us his Spirit to pray within us with sighs and groans that cannot be expressed.
and though we may be many ways wanting in prayer for our selves, yet he will give us his Spirit to pray within us with sighs and groans that cannot be expressed.
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so secondly, by his ruling Providence; for all power is given unto him, both in heaven, and in earth, Mat. 28.18. and this power he doth employ to preserve his servants from all the delusions of the sons of men.
so secondly, by his ruling Providence; for all power is given unto him, both in heaven, and in earth, Mathew 28.18. and this power he does employ to preserve his Servants from all the delusions of the Sons of men.
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The Prophet Ezekiel complains of some, that thrust away, and shoulder out the people of God, Ezek. 34.21, 22, &c. but, saith the Lord, I will set up one shepherd over them,
The Prophet Ezekielem complains of Some, that thrust away, and shoulder out the people of God, Ezekiel 34.21, 22, etc. but, Says the Lord, I will Set up one shepherd over them,
nor all the persecuting world shall be able to shoulder off the Saints of God from him, 2 Tim. 1.12. I am perswaded that he is able to keep that which I have committed to him against that day:
nor all the persecuting world shall be able to shoulder off the Saints of God from him, 2 Tim. 1.12. I am persuaded that he is able to keep that which I have committed to him against that day:
and reveals it so, that the soul is set in an earnest longing after Christ, (in whom there is a way to the Father) and a great mourning after him, hungring for him;
and reveals it so, that the soul is Set in an earnest longing After christ, (in whom there is a Way to the Father) and a great mourning After him, hungering for him;
We thought (say they) it had been he that should have restored the kingdome to Israel, Luk. 24.21. (these were Simon, and Cleophas ) if it had not been He, where was the comfort and blessed hope of rest, which they looked for in Jesus Christ? we thought it had been he; a sign it was a demurr,
We Thought (say they) it had been he that should have restored the Kingdom to Israel, Luk. 24.21. (these were Simon, and Cleophas) if it had not been He, where was the Comfort and blessed hope of rest, which they looked for in jesus christ? we Thought it had been he; a Signen it was a demur,
but causeth us to thirst after more of himself in every Ordinance, until the Spirit comes in a plentiful measure, according to all the latitude of our desires after Christ Jesus.
but Causes us to thirst After more of himself in every Ordinance, until the Spirit comes in a plentiful measure, according to all the latitude of our Desires After christ jesus.
yea, it is such a state of bondage, as wherein we lie bound under Gods Law, and under sin, under Gods wrath and curse; under the Devil and death, and under the power of this world; and all these enemies have power over us, to carry us captive unto sin and misery:
yea, it is such a state of bondage, as wherein we lie bound under God's Law, and under since, under God's wrath and curse; under the devil and death, and under the power of this world; and all these enemies have power over us, to carry us captive unto since and misery:
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so that great is the misery we lie under, if we knew our misery; few know it, but are ready to say, with those Joh. 8.33. We were never in bondage to any: oh poor hearts!
so that great is the misery we lie under, if we knew our misery; few know it, but Are ready to say, with those John 8.33. We were never in bondage to any: o poor hearts!
Secondly, It may teach all those that are under bondage, where your liberty and hope, and spiritual redemption lies: Isai. 45.22. Look unto me, and be you saved, all the ends of the earth: look unto him.
Secondly, It may teach all those that Are under bondage, where your liberty and hope, and spiritual redemption lies: Isaiah 45.22. Look unto me, and be you saved, all the ends of the earth: look unto him.
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but is this the way of the working of Gods almighty power, to bring men unto something that is in themselves? Is it not his effectual calling of us unto Christ? doth not Christ say, If any man thirst, let him come to me and drink? Otherwise all is but unprofitable work, until you come unto Christ;
but is this the Way of the working of God's almighty power, to bring men unto something that is in themselves? Is it not his effectual calling of us unto christ? does not christ say, If any man thirst, let him come to me and drink? Otherwise all is but unprofitable work, until you come unto christ;
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So that this is the way that God calleth his servants to walk in, namely, to look unto Christ, to turn unto this strong hold, Zach. 9.12. By his bloud he hath delivered his prisoners out of the pit, wherein there it no water:
So that this is the Way that God calls his Servants to walk in, namely, to look unto christ, to turn unto this strong hold, Zach 9.12. By his blood he hath Delivered his Prisoners out of the pit, wherein there it no water:
so that I would advise every poor soul, in whom is wrought any mourning after Christ, through sence of your need of him, make the Lord Jesus your strong hold.
so that I would Advice every poor soul, in whom is wrought any mourning After christ, through sense of your need of him, make the Lord jesus your strong hold.
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not that I deny that Jesus Christ doth open unto the soul, what he hath done for him, Joh. 6.69. We believe and are sure that thou art Christ, the Son of the living God; so Joh. 16.30.
not that I deny that jesus christ does open unto the soul, what he hath done for him, John 6.69. We believe and Are sure that thou art christ, the Son of the living God; so John 16.30.
what though you have many gracious promises that promise many future consolations? it is, that you should seek unto the Lord, in whom they are laid up;
what though you have many gracious promises that promise many future consolations? it is, that you should seek unto the Lord, in whom they Are laid up;
and the soul cannot quench his thirst in it, but comes to the Father, and earnestly beggeth, that out of his Fatherly love he would give him Jesus Christ:
and the soul cannot quench his thirst in it, but comes to the Father, and earnestly beggeth, that out of his Fatherly love he would give him jesus christ:
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It is in the Lord Jesus that the Apostle doth so triumph, Rom. 8.31. &c. Who can be against us? who shall lay any thing to the charge of Gods elect? who is he that condemneth? it is Christ that died, &c. and hereupon he triumpheth, saying, Who shall separate us from the love of God? &c. and though we may say, That he was grown to a greater measure of strength then we now speak of;
It is in the Lord jesus that the Apostle does so triumph, Rom. 8.31. etc. Who can be against us? who shall lay any thing to the charge of God's elect? who is he that Condemneth? it is christ that died, etc. and hereupon he Triumpheth, saying, Who shall separate us from the love of God? etc. and though we may say, That he was grown to a greater measure of strength then we now speak of;
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for this is the great redemption, wherewith the Lord hath redeemed us to himself: he that hath thus redeemed us, will still redeem and deliver us, 2 Cor. 1.10. he that hath done this, will not leave us, until he hath finished all his thoughts of peace towards us.
for this is the great redemption, wherewith the Lord hath redeemed us to himself: he that hath thus redeemed us, will still Redeem and deliver us, 2 Cor. 1.10. he that hath done this, will not leave us, until he hath finished all his thoughts of peace towards us.
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and we are redeemed from the Covenant and curse of the Law of God (from the Laws of men much more, that are not according to God) be not therefore servants to lusts and passions, to the world and to the Devil:
and we Are redeemed from the Covenant and curse of the Law of God (from the Laws of men much more, that Are not according to God) be not Therefore Servants to Lustiest and passion, to the world and to the devil:
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We now come to the tenth Question, How God the Holy Ghost gives himself to Abraham, and his elect seed, in the Covenant of Grace? For if God give himself, he doth not onely give his nature,
We now come to the tenth Question, How God the Holy Ghost gives himself to Abraham, and his elect seed, in the Covenant of Grace? For if God give himself, he does not only give his nature,
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for though the Lord Jesus pray the Father for him, and the Father sendeth him, and the Son also sendeth him, Joh. 15.26. yet the Holy Ghost himself doth comes upon his people, Act. 2.2. &c. and He comes by a fourfold act:
for though the Lord jesus pray the Father for him, and the Father sends him, and the Son also sends him, John 15.26. yet the Holy Ghost himself does comes upon his people, Act. 2.2. etc. and He comes by a fourfold act:
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4. Fourthly, by an act of Consolation; and therefore he is called the Comforter. 1. First, for Inhabitation, so saith the Apostle, Ephes. 2.22. You are builded together in Christ, for an habitation of God through the Spirit:
4. Fourthly, by an act of Consolation; and Therefore he is called the Comforter. 1. First, for Inhabitation, so Says the Apostle, Ephesians 2.22. You Are built together in christ, for an habitation of God through the Spirit:
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in this respect also it is, the Apostle demandeth of the Corinthians, 1 Cor. 3.16. Know you not that you are the temple of God, and that the Spirit of God dwelleth in you? so in the place fore-alledged, Joh. 14.16, 17. and when he saith, dwell in you, it noteth the constancy of his being in them;
in this respect also it is, the Apostle demandeth of the Corinthians, 1 Cor. 3.16. Know you not that you Are the temple of God, and that the Spirit of God dwells in you? so in the place fore-alleged, John 14.16, 17. and when he Says, dwell in you, it notes the constancy of his being in them;
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therefore for the combining of us into the unity of one Spirit, necessary it is, that the same Spirit that breathes in the humane nature of Christ, should breath in us all:
Therefore for the combining of us into the unity of one Spirit, necessary it is, that the same Spirit that breathes in the humane nature of christ, should breath in us all:
and (which is wonderful) it comes to pass, that the same Spirit breathing in Christ and in us, we have not only a measure of the Spirit to do one duty,
and (which is wondered) it comes to pass, that the same Spirit breathing in christ and in us, we have not only a measure of the Spirit to do one duty,
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for without him we can do nothing, Joh. 15.5. This is the first reason of the inhabitation of the Spirit, to keep alive spiritual union between Christ and us;
for without him we can do nothing, John 15.5. This is the First reason of the inhabitation of the Spirit, to keep alive spiritual Union between christ and us;
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and yet when all the powers of darkness and gates of hell are banded together against Jesus Christ and his servants, there is not the least of the servants of God that falleth away finally:
and yet when all the Powers of darkness and gates of hell Are banded together against jesus christ and his Servants, there is not the least of the Servants of God that falls away finally:
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Neither are we preserved by faith only, but by the mighty power of God, 1 Pet. 1.5. The Spirit it is that setteth Faith awork, and Christ it is that setteth the Spirit awork, to keep us unto his heavenly kingdom.
Neither Are we preserved by faith only, but by the mighty power of God, 1 Pet. 1.5. The Spirit it is that sets Faith awork, and christ it is that sets the Spirit awork, to keep us unto his heavenly Kingdom.
so that the Spirit doth not only shed abroad his gifts into our hearts, but he keeps our hearts in a sweet frame of sanctification, 2 Tim. 1.14. That good thing which was committed to thee, keep by the Holy Ghost, which dwelleth in us;
so that the Spirit does not only shed abroad his Gifts into our hearts, but he keeps our hearts in a sweet frame of sanctification, 2 Tim. 1.14. That good thing which was committed to thee, keep by the Holy Ghost, which dwells in us;
that goodly depositum, his Evangelistical Gift that did accompany his own salvation, and the salvation of the Church, he must keep it by the Holy Ghost that dwelleth in us;
that goodly depositum, his Evangelistical Gift that did accompany his own salvation, and the salvation of the Church, he must keep it by the Holy Ghost that dwells in us;
he dwelleth above all heavens unmeasurably, yet he dwelleth also with him that is of an humble and contrite spirit, Isa. 57.15. though it were a poor kitchinboy that hath such a spirit, he dwelleth there, to revive the spirit of the humble.
he dwells above all heavens unmeasurably, yet he dwells also with him that is of an humble and contrite Spirit, Isaiah 57.15. though it were a poor kitchinboy that hath such a Spirit, he dwells there, to revive the Spirit of the humble.
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and it is a wonderful Indulgence of the most High, that dwels in temples made without hands, so to be pleased to dwell in the sons and daughters of men, to make good his own eternal counsel for their salvation.
and it is a wondered Indulgence of the most High, that dwells in Temples made without hands, so to be pleased to dwell in the Sons and daughters of men, to make good his own Eternal counsel for their salvation.
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and more then so, he doth sometimes continue with them for a season, and so journeth a while in them, according as sometimes it is said, Jer. 14.8. he is like a stranger, or a wayfaring man, that tarrieth for a night;
and more then so, he does sometime continue with them for a season, and so journeth a while in them, according as sometime it is said, Jer. 14.8. he is like a stranger, or a wayfaring man, that tarrieth for a night;
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So Zedekiah, when he smote Micaiah on the cheek, and said, Which way went the Spirit of God from me, to speak unto thee? 1 King. 22.24. a sign it may be that he had sometimes found the Spirit of God, but now he was departed:
So Zedekiah, when he smote Micaiah on the cheek, and said, Which Way went the Spirit of God from me, to speak unto thee? 1 King. 22.24. a Signen it may be that he had sometime found the Spirit of God, but now he was departed:
but you see where the difference lieth, even as it lay between the anointing of Saul, and Jehu; David, and Solomon; the anointing of Saul, was with a Vial of Oyl,
but you see where the difference lies, even as it lay between the anointing of Saul, and Jehu; David, and Solomon; the anointing of Saul, was with a Vial of Oil,
but when David was to be anointed, God commanded Samuel to fill his horn with oyl, in 1 Sam. 16.1. and in like manner did Zadok unto Solomon, 1 King. 1.39.
but when David was to be anointed, God commanded Samuel to fill his horn with oil, in 1 Sam. 16.1. and in like manner did Zadok unto Solomon, 1 King. 1.39.
and unites them to Christ, and keeps them from being drawn away from God, by men or Angels, (I mean evil Angels) and preserves alive all their gifts and graces;
and unites them to christ, and keeps them from being drawn away from God, by men or Angels, (I mean evil Angels) and preserves alive all their Gifts and graces;
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2. Secondly, as the Spirit of God gives himself in a work of Inhabitation: so doth he give himself in a work of sanctification: and that is a work usual in all our Catechisms, [ the Holy Ghost doth sanctifie and preserve us.
2. Secondly, as the Spirit of God gives himself in a work of Inhabitation: so does he give himself in a work of sanctification: and that is a work usual in all our Catechisms, [ the Holy Ghost does sanctify and preserve us.
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] Let us look into some places of Scripture for the proof of it, 2 Thes. 2.13. God hath from the beginning chosen you, through sanctification of the Spirit, &c. he chose us to be saved through a course of sanctification:
] Let us look into Some places of Scripture for the proof of it, 2 Thebes 2.13. God hath from the beginning chosen you, through sanctification of the Spirit, etc. he chosen us to be saved through a course of sanctification:
it is not the cause of election, but the way of salvation, in which the Spirit leadeth us: so 1 Pet. 1.2. Elect according to the foreknowledge of God, through sanctification of the Spirit unto obedience.
it is not the cause of election, but the Way of salvation, in which the Spirit leads us: so 1 Pet. 1.2. Elect according to the foreknowledge of God, through sanctification of the Spirit unto Obedience.
and a notable place to this purpose have we in the delivery of the Covenant of Grace, Jer. 31.33. I will put my law in their inward parts, and write it in their heart;
and a notable place to this purpose have we in the delivery of the Covenant of Grace, Jer. 31.33. I will put my law in their inward parts, and write it in their heart;
he means, the law of holiness and righteousness; and he will so write it in the hearts of his people, that it shall be carried an end with power in them:
he means, the law of holiness and righteousness; and he will so write it in the hearts of his people, that it shall be carried an end with power in them:
and hence it is, that we read, Ezek. 36.27. I will put my Spirit with in you, and cause you to walk in my statutes, &c. this is a spirit of sanctification.
and hence it is, that we read, Ezekiel 36.27. I will put my Spirit with in you, and cause you to walk in my statutes, etc. this is a Spirit of sanctification.
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yet he is eminent in it. It is the proper work of the Father to draw us unto Christ: Joh. 6.44. & 1 Pet. 1.3. Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who according to his abundant mercy hath begotten us again unto a lively hope;
yet he is eminent in it. It is the proper work of the Father to draw us unto christ: John 6.44. & 1 Pet. 1.3. Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord jesus christ, who according to his abundant mercy hath begotten us again unto a lively hope;
that is the proper work of a Father, to beget; he sheddeth abroad the Spirit upon us through Jesus Christ our Saviour, Tit. 3.6. thus doth the Holy Ghost sanctifie us, as the Father doth regenerate us, and frame us to be new creatures;
that is the proper work of a Father, to beget; he sheds abroad the Spirit upon us through jesus christ our Saviour, Tit. 3.6. thus does the Holy Ghost sanctify us, as the Father does regenerate us, and frame us to be new creatures;
a child in the way of child-like liberty may expect much from his Father: this the Lord Jesus properly giveth, Mat. 11.28. Come unto me, and I will give you rest;
a child in the Way of childlike liberty may expect much from his Father: this the Lord jesus properly gives, Mathew 11.28. Come unto me, and I will give you rest;
and breaths a kind of liberty in us, which it hath from Jesus Christ: For where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty, 2 Cor. 3.17. and where he is, you may see the soul hath liberty from the anguish of Temptations:
and breathes a kind of liberty in us, which it hath from jesus christ: For where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty, 2 Cor. 3.17. and where he is, you may see the soul hath liberty from the anguish of Temptations:
he comes in the Fathers name, and in the Sons name, to carry on that work, which they have in hand in the Saints, Joh. 14.26. and chap. 15.26. the Father will send him, and I will send him; and the Holy Ghost doth kindly work all, to make us regenerate sons unto the Lord:
he comes in the Father's name, and in the Sons name, to carry on that work, which they have in hand in the Saints, John 14.26. and chap. 15.26. the Father will send him, and I will send him; and the Holy Ghost does kindly work all, to make us regenerate Sons unto the Lord:
And as there is such a kind of threefold degree in a spirit of sanctification: so there is a kind of semblable work, that is found in hypocrites in some measure;
And as there is such a kind of threefold degree in a Spirit of sanctification: so there is a kind of semblable work, that is found in Hypocrites in Some measure;
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for as you read of the Holy Ghost his coming upon them, so shall you find mention made of their sanctification, Heb. 10.29. they are said to tread under foot the bloud of the Covenant, wherewith they were sanctified: so Mat. 20.16. Many are called, but few are chosen:
for as you read of the Holy Ghost his coming upon them, so shall you find mention made of their sanctification, Hebrew 10.29. they Are said to tread under foot the blood of the Covenant, wherewith they were sanctified: so Mathew 20.16. Many Are called, but few Are chosen:
but Peter said, We have forsaken all, and followed thee, what shall we have therefore? verily, saith Christ, Ye that have followed me in the regeneration, (meaning, in the regeneration of the world) shall sit upon twelve thrones, &c. but many of those that do forsake much, shall be last; and the last shall be first:
but Peter said, We have forsaken all, and followed thee, what shall we have Therefore? verily, Says christ, You that have followed me in the regeneration, (meaning, in the regeneration of the world) shall fit upon twelve thrones, etc. but many of those that do forsake much, shall be last; and the last shall be First:
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whence it comes to pass, they will work much according to it, for sanctification is that which worketh from God, the things of God, and for the glory of God;
whence it comes to pass, they will work much according to it, for sanctification is that which works from God, the things of God, and for the glory of God;
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therefore they will make God their efficient cause: and it is a great word, which the Lord spake unto Jehu, 2 King. 10.30. Because thou hast done well in executing that which was right in my eyes, and hast done unto the house of Ahab according to all that was in my heart;
Therefore they will make God their efficient cause: and it is a great word, which the Lord spoke unto Jehu, 2 King. 10.30. Because thou hast done well in executing that which was right in my eyes, and hast done unto the house of Ahab according to all that was in my heart;
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thus he wrought the things of God, and pretended the glory of God, vers. 16. and which is more wonderful, that they should for the sake of Jesus Christ do many things, Mat. 19.29. and these not chosen, and such as shall be last in the recompence;
thus he wrought the things of God, and pretended the glory of God, vers. 16. and which is more wondered, that they should for the sake of jesus christ do many things, Mathew 19.29. and these not chosen, and such as shall be last in the recompense;
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they want that self-denying faith that is found in all new-hearted Christians, whereby they deny even themselves, Luk. 9.23. for a man to be all from Christ, and all in Christ, and all for Christ;
they want that Self-denying faith that is found in all new-hearted Christians, whereby they deny even themselves, Luk. 9.23. for a man to be all from christ, and all in christ, and all for christ;
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for he that comes to Christ, and closeth with Christ, must deny himself; so then in this these men do shew themselves different from the chosen of God, they come not to Christ with a self-denying heart;
for he that comes to christ, and closeth with christ, must deny himself; so then in this these men do show themselves different from the chosen of God, they come not to christ with a Self-denying heart;
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or at least they work for themselves. You read of some, that took delight in the Lord, Isai. 58.2, 3. and yet if God do not hear their prayers, they are offended;
or At least they work for themselves. You read of Some, that took delight in the Lord, Isaiah 58.2, 3. and yet if God do not hear their Prayers, they Are offended;
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a sign they wrought in the sence of the worth of their own works: so also those in Mat. 7.22. Have not we prophesied in thy name? they do expostulate with God, why he should cast off them;
a Signen they wrought in the sense of the worth of their own works: so also those in Mathew 7.22. Have not we prophesied in thy name? they do expostulate with God, why he should cast off them;
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whereas the chosen ones of God are taught to say, When we have done all that is commanded us, we are unprofitable servants, Luk. 17.10. this is one difference in the rise of the work.
whereas the chosen ones of God Are taught to say, When we have done all that is commanded us, we Are unprofitable Servants, Luk. 17.10. this is one difference in the rise of the work.
a very clear place we have for it, Eph. 1.17, 18. &c. I cease not to make mention of you in my prayers, that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give unto you the Spirit of wisdom and revelation in the knowledge of him, &c. mark how the Apostle doth consider God in regard of his most eminent glory, and power;
a very clear place we have for it, Ephesians 1.17, 18. etc. I cease not to make mention of you in my Prayers, that the God of our Lord jesus christ, the Father of glory, may give unto you the Spirit of Wisdom and Revelation in the knowledge of him, etc. mark how the Apostle does Consider God in regard of his most eminent glory, and power;
and what the riches of the glory of his inheritance in the saints, &c. minde what Divine revelation here is, see how gloriously God is set forth that giveth it,
and what the riches of the glory of his inheritance in the Saints, etc. mind what Divine Revelation Here is, see how gloriously God is Set forth that gives it,
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and what should this Spirit do? it should enlighten the organ, even the eyes of their understanding, otherwise it is beyond the power of created gifts, to reach the clear discerning of the mysteries of the Kingdom of God,
and what should this Spirit do? it should enlighten the organ, even the eyes of their understanding, otherwise it is beyond the power of created Gifts, to reach the clear discerning of the Mysteres of the Kingdom of God,
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and as in all sight there is the Organ, and the Medium, and the Object; the eye is the organ, the air is the medium, the thing seen is the object: so doth the Apostle here pray, that the eyes of their understanding might be enlightened, far above the capacity of Reason,
and as in all sighed there is the Organ, and the Medium, and the Object; the eye is the organ, the air is the medium, the thing seen is the Object: so does the Apostle Here pray, that the eyes of their understanding might be enlightened, Far above the capacity of Reason,
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yet here is something more to be attained, they want a further enlightening by the clearing of the word of God, which is the medium, by which we discern all things therein:
yet Here is something more to be attained, they want a further enlightening by the clearing of the word of God, which is the medium, by which we discern all things therein:
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that by vertue of our calling we might have fellowship with God the Father, and with his Son Jesus Christ, 1 Joh. 1.2, 3. some degree of fellowship we have already;
that by virtue of our calling we might have fellowship with God the Father, and with his Son jesus christ, 1 John 1.2, 3. Some degree of fellowship we have already;
and what is the exceeding greatness of his power to usward who believe, even that mighty power, which he did put forth to bring us to believe, that ever he should bring such hearts as ours were, to be enlightened, to see the blessings of his heavenly calling, to be called unto fellowship with the Father, and with the Son, and with the Spirit, and with the Church of God in all the promises of God,
and what is the exceeding greatness of his power to usward who believe, even that mighty power, which he did put forth to bring us to believe, that ever he should bring such hearts as ours were, to be enlightened, to see the blessings of his heavenly calling, to be called unto fellowship with the Father, and with the Son, and with the Spirit, and with the Church of God in all the promises of God,
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The Spirit doth reveal himself partly in witnessing unto our spiritual estate, and partly by revealing all other counsels of his truth needful for us to know in this our age and time wherein any Christian man liveth.
The Spirit does reveal himself partly in witnessing unto our spiritual estate, and partly by revealing all other Counsels of his truth needful for us to know in this our age and time wherein any Christian man lives.
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and that is plain by the 9. ver. wherein the Apostle giveth us to understand, that if any thing be confirmed by any of those witnesses, it is the witness of God,
and that is plain by the 9. ver. wherein the Apostle gives us to understand, that if any thing be confirmed by any of those Witnesses, it is the witness of God,
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and what was the reason that they were confounded in the Lice? truly, because the Spirit of God would on purpose breath in that work to confound them in so mean a creature:
and what was the reason that they were confounded in the Lice? truly, Because the Spirit of God would on purpose breath in that work to confound them in so mean a creature:
for every man that hath heard and learned of the Father comes unto Christ, Joh. 6.44. and no man can come unto Christ, except the Father draw him: so Mat. 16.17. Flesh and bloud hath not revealed it unto thee, but my Father which is in heaven:
for every man that hath herd and learned of the Father comes unto christ, John 6.44. and no man can come unto christ, except the Father draw him: so Mathew 16.17. Flesh and blood hath not revealed it unto thee, but my Father which is in heaven:
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When the Son bringeth on the soul unto Christian liberty (for liberty is the property of the Son ) and reveals the Father's love unto the soul, Joh. 16.27. a son-like spirit doth this;
When the Son brings on the soul unto Christian liberty (for liberty is the property of the Son) and reveals the Father's love unto the soul, John 16.27. a sonlike Spirit does this;
then either of the former testimonies; according to Joh. 16.25. The time comes, when I shall speak no more to you in proverbs, but I shall shew you plainly of the Father:
then either of the former testimonies; according to John 16.25. The time comes, when I shall speak no more to you in proverbs, but I shall show you plainly of the Father:
therefore he is called the unction by which the Saints know all things, 1 Joh. 2.20. by his testimony we have more full assurance of all things concerning our spiritual estate.
Therefore he is called the unction by which the Saints know all things, 1 John 2.20. by his testimony we have more full assurance of all things Concerning our spiritual estate.
whether the Father reveal the Son, or the Son reveal the Father, all is by the word: likewise also whatsoever the Spirit doth reveal, it is by the word, Joh. 14.26. He shall bring all things unto your remembrance, whatsoever I have said unto you;
whither the Father reveal the Son, or the Son reveal the Father, all is by the word: likewise also whatsoever the Spirit does reveal, it is by the word, John 14.26. He shall bring all things unto your remembrance, whatsoever I have said unto you;
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It is the Spirit also that beareth witness unto all things else that are needful for us to know in our times, 1 Joh. 2.20. Joh. 14.26. The anointing teacheth you all things:
It is the Spirit also that bears witness unto all things Else that Are needful for us to know in our times, 1 John 2.20. John 14.26. The anointing Teaches you all things:
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yet still he prayed for mercy, Psal. 51.1. and for establishment with Gods free Spirit, ver. 12. and, Make me to hear the voice of joy and gladness, ver. 8. why? had he not heard it already? it was a most gracious word that Nathan spake;
yet still he prayed for mercy, Psalm 51.1. and for establishment with God's free Spirit, ver. 12. and, Make me to hear the voice of joy and gladness, ver. 8. why? had he not herd it already? it was a most gracious word that Nathan spoke;
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otherwise, though a man hath much experience of Gods goodness to him, and sits and talks of the wonderful things that God hath done for him, to the warming of the hearts of all that hear him;
otherwise, though a man hath much experience of God's Goodness to him, and sits and talks of the wondered things that God hath done for him, to the warming of the hearts of all that hear him;
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Now the ordinary manner of the revelation of the Spirit is, if he reveal Gods free justification of us, it is by revealing his free grace in a promise not made to works, no not to faith it self,
Now the ordinary manner of the Revelation of the Spirit is, if he reveal God's free justification of us, it is by revealing his free grace in a promise not made to works, no not to faith it self,
as, if the question be about Abraham's sanctification, how did the Lord reveal it? we may see, Gen. 22.12. By this I know that thou fearest me, seeing thou hast not withheld thy son, thine only son from me:
as, if the question be about Abraham's sanctification, how did the Lord reveal it? we may see, Gen. 22.12. By this I know that thou Fearest me, seeing thou hast not withheld thy son, thine only son from me:
by faith when he was called, he went out, not knowing whither he went, Heb. 11.8. but a man is justified not by the habit of faith only, but by every act of faith;
by faith when he was called, he went out, not knowing whither he went, Hebrew 11.8. but a man is justified not by the habit of faith only, but by every act of faith;
which shews us, that Abraham looks at himself as an ungodly man, when he considereth his justification: not but that Abraham was now godly in Scripture account before,
which shows us, that Abraham looks At himself as an ungodly man, when he Considereth his justification: not but that Abraham was now godly in Scripture account before,
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and lest you should think, that these things were peculiar to Abraham and David, &c. he tels us, ver. 23, 24. that it was not written for his sake alone, that it was imputed to him;
and lest you should think, that these things were peculiar to Abraham and David, etc. he tells us, ver. 23, 24. that it was not written for his sake alone, that it was imputed to him;
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First, Because when the Lord appears as justifying the soul, he sits upon a throne of justice, and a throne of grace together, not accepting any righteousness but that which is compleat, and adequate, Rom. 3.26. To declare, I say, at this time his righteousness, that he might be just, and the justifier of him, that believeth in Jesus:
First, Because when the Lord appears as justifying the soul, he sits upon a throne of Justice, and a throne of grace together, not accepting any righteousness but that which is complete, and adequate, Rom. 3.26. To declare, I say, At this time his righteousness, that he might be just, and the justifier of him, that Believeth in jesus:
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for if God should mark what we have done, no flesh living should be justified in his sight: Psa. 143.2. but through the righteousness of Christ, which is perfect, the Lord justifies every one that believeth in him;
for if God should mark what we have done, no Flesh living should be justified in his sighed: Psa. 143.2. but through the righteousness of christ, which is perfect, the Lord Justifies every one that Believeth in him;
for as there is no more required to make me a sinful man, but that I be found in Adam: so there is no more required to my justification, but that I should have union with the second Adam.
for as there is no more required to make me a sinful man, but that I be found in Adam: so there is no more required to my justification, but that I should have Union with the second Adam.
and therefore you shall finde it to be true, that if the Lord be to declare his acceptance of the sanctification of his people, he will not do it in respect of the worth of their works,
and Therefore you shall find it to be true, that if the Lord be to declare his acceptance of the sanctification of his people, he will not do it in respect of the worth of their works,
what? (saith he) doth grace fight against grace? if we say, We be justified by our works, it is grace that gives us those works, and a will unto them; thus doth he confess.
what? (Says he) does grace fight against grace? if we say, We be justified by our works, it is grace that gives us those works, and a will unto them; thus does he confess.
Thus we finde it, 2 Sam. 7.18. Lord (saith David ) what am I, or what is my fathers house? &c. though at that time the Lord took notice of his sanctification;
Thus we find it, 2 Sam. 7.18. Lord (Says David) what am I, or what is my Father's house? etc. though At that time the Lord took notice of his sanctification;
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and so indeed it is usual with the faithful, when the Lord pronounceth any mercy to them, they see no reason in themselves why the Lord should vouchsafe it:
and so indeed it is usual with the faithful, when the Lord pronounceth any mercy to them, they see no reason in themselves why the Lord should vouchsafe it:
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then his sin shall be forgiven him, Lev. 5.10, 13, 16. somewhat sutable unto what we read, Mat. 18.23, 24, 25. &c. when the servant was required to make payment to his Lord, and had nothing to pay;
then his since shall be forgiven him, Lev. 5.10, 13, 16. somewhat suitable unto what we read, Mathew 18.23, 24, 25. etc. when the servant was required to make payment to his Lord, and had nothing to pay;
or creeping of any work of sanctification: Yea, when the Lord revealeth to his people their sanctification; the manifestation of his love unto their souls, upon that point, doth take them off from the sight of their own works;
or creeping of any work of sanctification: Yea, when the Lord Revealeth to his people their sanctification; the manifestation of his love unto their Souls, upon that point, does take them off from the sighed of their own works;
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Let me apply it to teach Christians not to be afraid of the word Revelation: you have heard of many that have attended to Revelations, that have been deceived: it is true;
Let me apply it to teach Christians not to be afraid of the word Revelation: you have herd of many that have attended to Revelations, that have been deceived: it is true;
he will be foisting in delusions, yea, many times when the soul waiteth for the revelation of Gods mercy, the Devil will be apt to foist in such revelations, from whence many delusions may grow:
he will be foisting in delusions, yea, many times when the soul waits for the Revelation of God's mercy, the devil will be apt to foist in such revelations, from whence many delusions may grow:
it is not all the works of God, nor all the word of God, of it self, that is able to beget such faith; if there be any, it is but an historical faith, a dead faith that is not able to bring the soul neerer to God.
it is not all the works of God, nor all the word of God, of it self, that is able to beget such faith; if there be any, it is but an historical faith, a dead faith that is not able to bring the soul nearer to God.
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when he comes, he will not bring a new Gospel, and new Revelations; but he alwaies speaks in the Word of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, which is given unto us:
when he comes, he will not bring a new Gospel, and new Revelations; but he always speaks in the Word of the Gospel of jesus christ, which is given unto us:
therefore if any Spirit shall speak, and not according to the Word, it is but a delusion: rest not therefore in any assurance, nor revelation, unless thou hast a word for it.
Therefore if any Spirit shall speak, and not according to the Word, it is but a delusion: rest not Therefore in any assurance, nor Revelation, unless thou hast a word for it.
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for the Lord looketh for no work in our Justification, but the Works of the Son; it is the work of his free grace to justifie the ungodly: therefore if any man, having been in desperate anguish of soul, have built his faith upon some Promise made unto some such work as he findeth in himself;
for the Lord looks for no work in our Justification, but the Works of the Son; it is the work of his free grace to justify the ungodly: Therefore if any man, having been in desperate anguish of soul, have built his faith upon Some Promise made unto Some such work as he finds in himself;
this is no other but a legal righteousness: for when the Lord doth pronounce Grace in a way of Justice, he will pronounce it unto that soul, that he is most ungodly, and that he himself doth justifie him freely: for example, take that promise which we read, Acts 10.43, 44. To him give all the Prophets witness, that through his Name, whosoever beleeveth on him, shall receive remission of sins:
this is no other but a Legal righteousness: for when the Lord does pronounce Grace in a Way of justice, he will pronounce it unto that soul, that he is most ungodly, and that he himself does justify him freely: for Exampl, take that promise which we read, Acts 10.43, 44. To him give all the prophets witness, that through his Name, whosoever Believeth on him, shall receive remission of Sins:
therefore when the Lord comes to testifie his acceptance of our persons, it is freely of his Grace; and thou canst not build any thing thereof upon any of thy works: and if he do acknowledge our sanctification, in any word of his grace;
Therefore when the Lord comes to testify his acceptance of our Persons, it is freely of his Grace; and thou Canst not built any thing thereof upon any of thy works: and if he do acknowledge our sanctification, in any word of his grace;
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Thus having spoken of three distinct Works, wherein the Holy Ghost doth give himself unto the soul, to wit, 1. In a work of Inhabitation, 2. In a work of Sanctification, 3. In a work of Revelation;
Thus having spoken of three distinct Works, wherein the Holy Ghost does give himself unto the soul, to wit, 1. In a work of Inhabitation, 2. In a work of Sanctification, 3. In a work of Revelation;
and that is a work of Consolation. This is one of the great Characters of the Holy Ghost; and this the Lord Jesus doth in special ascribe unto the Spirit: Joh. 14.16. I will pray the Father, and he shall give you another Comforter:
and that is a work of Consolation. This is one of the great Characters of the Holy Ghost; and this the Lord jesus does in special ascribe unto the Spirit: John 14.16. I will pray the Father, and he shall give you Another Comforter:
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thus doth he stile the Holy Ghost, the Comforter. Why? had the disciples no comfort before, think you? was there no comfort in the Fathers drawing them to Christ,
thus does he style the Holy Ghost, the Comforter. Why? had the Disciples no Comfort before, think you? was there no Comfort in the Father's drawing them to christ,
and revealing Christ in them? Mat. 16.17. Was there no comfort in Christ his revealing the Father to them? doubtless there is comfort in all these works:
and revealing christ in them? Mathew 16.17. Was there no Comfort in christ his revealing the Father to them? doubtless there is Comfort in all these works:
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the work of the Father mentioned in Joh. 6.44. is the same with what we read, Isai. 54.13. All thy children shall be taught of God, and great shall be the peace of thy Children:
the work of the Father mentioned in John 6.44. is the same with what we read, Isaiah 54.13. All thy children shall be taught of God, and great shall be the peace of thy Children:
and gladness for the upright in heart, Psal. 97.11. there is some ground-work of light and comfort in the Fathers work, and some sparkles of it do appear;
and gladness for the upright in heart, Psalm 97.11. there is Some groundwork of Light and Comfort in the Father's work, and Some sparkles of it do appear;
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and the Son is no sooner seen, but hope is seen, for Jesus Christ is our hope, 1 Tim. 1.1. and hope it self (I mean the grace of hope ) is a comfortable blessing:
and the Son is no sooner seen, but hope is seen, for jesus christ is our hope, 1 Tim. 1.1. and hope it self (I mean the grace of hope) is a comfortable blessing:
and moreover, the Father addeth further comfort in his Justifying grace; for by it we have peace with God, Rom. 5.1. and chap. 8.34. it is God that justifies, who shall condemn? such gracious supports, and more then transient tastings of his mercy;
and moreover, the Father adds further Comfort in his Justifying grace; for by it we have peace with God, Rom. 5.1. and chap. 8.34. it is God that Justifies, who shall condemn? such gracious supports, and more then Transient tastings of his mercy;
But what doth the Holy Ghost do more? 1. For Answer; He doth bear witness with a more abundant measure of consolation, Rom. 14.17. The kingdome of God is not meat, and drink;
But what does the Holy Ghost do more? 1. For Answer; He does bear witness with a more abundant measure of consolation, Rom. 14.17. The Kingdom of God is not meat, and drink;
He doth so clearly reveal our acceptance through the righteousness of Christ, that from thence springeth peace unto the soul, which groweth up until it passeth understanding,
He does so clearly reveal our acceptance through the righteousness of christ, that from thence springs peace unto the soul, which grows up until it passes understanding,
and bringeth us unto joy unspeakable, and full of glory, 1 Pet. 1.8. therefore he is called by way of eminency, The Comforter; because when he comes, he doth so clearly ratifie unto you your righteousness to be in Jesus Christ.
and brings us unto joy unspeakable, and full of glory, 1 Pet. 1.8. Therefore he is called by Way of eminency, The Comforter; Because when he comes, he does so clearly ratify unto you your righteousness to be in jesus christ.
2. Secondly, The comfort of the Holy Ghost, is more constant and abiding; as Christ (speaking of the Comforter ) promiseth unto his Apostles, Joh. 16.22. I will see you again, and your heart shall rejoyce, and your joy shall no man take from you:
2. Secondly, The Comfort of the Holy Ghost, is more constant and abiding; as christ (speaking of the Comforter) promises unto his Apostles, John 16.22. I will see you again, and your heart shall rejoice, and your joy shall no man take from you:
3. Thirdly, As the comfort of the Holy Ghost is more abundant, and constant, so it is more powerful; Luk. 24.49. Behold, I send unto you the promise of the Father:
3. Thirdly, As the Comfort of the Holy Ghost is more abundant, and constant, so it is more powerful; Luk. 24.49. Behold, I send unto you the promise of the Father:
tarry ye at Jerusalem, until you be endued with power from on high: so Act. 1.8. You shall receive power from on high, after that the holy Ghost is come upon you;
tarry you At Jerusalem, until you be endued with power from on high: so Act. 1.8. You shall receive power from on high, After that the holy Ghost is come upon you;
but in the power of all these, that in the middest of strong opppositions, you might have strong consolation: therefore this is the ground of the Apostle Pauls thanksgiving, 2 Cor. 1.5. and chap. 2.14. For as the sufferings of Christ abound in us:
but in the power of all these, that in the midst of strong opppositions, you might have strong consolation: Therefore this is the ground of the Apostle Paul's thanksgiving, 2 Cor. 1.5. and chap. 2.14. For as the sufferings of christ abound in us:
Thus you see the truth of the Point, that the work of consolation doth in special manner belong unto the Holy Ghost: yet for the further clearing of it, there is a Question or two to be answered:
Thus you see the truth of the Point, that the work of consolation does in special manner belong unto the Holy Ghost: yet for the further clearing of it, there is a Question or two to be answered:
There is mention made, Ephes. 1.13, 14. of the seal of the Spirit, and of the earnest of the Spirit: Therefore it may be demanded, 1. What is the seal of the Spirit.
There is mention made, Ephesians 1.13, 14. of the seal of the Spirit, and of the earnest of the Spirit: Therefore it may be demanded, 1. What is the seal of the Spirit.
2. What is the earnest of the Spirit. What is the seal of the Spirit? for so he is called, Ephes. 4.30. Grieve not the holy Spirit, whereby you are sealed unto the day of redemption:
2. What is the earnest of the Spirit. What is the seal of the Spirit? for so he is called, Ephesians 4.30. Grieve not the holy Spirit, whereby you Are sealed unto the day of redemption:
as the name of Christ is often put for Christ himself: for you shall not read in Scripture, that it is called the seal of the Spirit, but they were sealed by the Spirit;
as the name of christ is often put for christ himself: for you shall not read in Scripture, that it is called the seal of the Spirit, but they were sealed by the Spirit;
So that as the Spirit is the anointment, and the earnest: so he is also the seal: when the Angel mentioned Revel. 7.2. is said to have the seal of the living God;
So that as the Spirit is the anointment, and the earnest: so he is also the seal: when the Angel mentioned Revel. 7.2. is said to have the seal of the living God;
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for the use of the seal is to confirm; and this is the principal work of the Holy Ghost, to confirm all the promises of God as an authentick seal. There is a place of Scripture, which being a little miss-translated, leadeth (I cannot say into a little) but into a great inconveniency, Ephes. 1.13. In whom after that ye believed, ye were sealed:
for the use of the seal is to confirm; and this is the principal work of the Holy Ghost, to confirm all the promises of God as an authentic seal. There is a place of Scripture, which being a little miss-translated, leads (I cannot say into a little) but into a great inconveniency, Ephesians 1.13. In whom After that you believed, you were sealed:
and hence it is, that the faith which is wrought by the Holy Ghost, is said to be a seal, Joh. 3.33. He that hath received his testimony, hath set to his seal that God is true:
and hence it is, that the faith which is wrought by the Holy Ghost, is said to be a seal, John 3.33. He that hath received his testimony, hath Set to his seal that God is true:
and hence it is that faith is called the spirit of faith, 2 Cor. 4.13. Calvin disputes this point at large, when he speaketh touching the authority of the word of God;
and hence it is that faith is called the Spirit of faith, 2 Cor. 4.13. calvin disputes this point At large, when he speaks touching the Authority of the word of God;
when the Father beareth witness, he doth it by the Spirit: 1 Cor. 2.9, 10. &c. God revealeth the hidden things of his love unto us by his Spirit, &c. when the Son doth shew us the Father, and so setteth the soul at liberty,
when the Father bears witness, he does it by the Spirit: 1 Cor. 2.9, 10. etc. God Revealeth the hidden things of his love unto us by his Spirit, etc. when the Son does show us the Father, and so sets the soul At liberty,
nor the water of sanctification that can beger faith, but the Spirit only: otherwise you will ever and anon suspect your faith, and your sanctification;
nor the water of sanctification that can beger faith, but the Spirit only: otherwise you will ever and anon suspect your faith, and your sanctification;
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if he will reveal his loving kindness in these footsteps of his grace, then they do come in to confirm your faith, otherwise both word and works are dead,
if he will reveal his loving kindness in these footsteps of his grace, then they do come in to confirm your faith, otherwise both word and works Are dead,
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when as the Angel was sent to set the seal of God upon his servants, Revel. 7.2; 3. he did not leave out weak Christians doubtless, but did seal all the servants of God.
when as the Angel was sent to Set the seal of God upon his Servants, Revel. 7.2; 3. he did not leave out weak Christians doubtless, but did seal all the Servants of God.
Christ is careful to keep his weak servants from inundations of evil, as well as others: so in Ezek. 9.4. The mark of God is set upon all, that mourn for the sins of the times:
christ is careful to keep his weak Servants from inundations of evil, as well as Others: so in Ezekiel 9.4. The mark of God is Set upon all, that mourn for the Sins of the times:
as with the finger of the living God; and hence Christ is formed in us, Gal. 4.19. and this image of Christ the Holy Ghost writeth in us, by making us conformable unto the death, and resurrection of Christ;
as with the finger of the living God; and hence christ is formed in us, Gal. 4.19. and this image of christ the Holy Ghost Writeth in us, by making us conformable unto the death, and resurrection of christ;
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and unto that end, he doth breathe in both the Sacraments, Rom. 6.4, 5, 6. for he is both a Spirit of mortification, and vivification, so as that through him we do not onely finde sin mortified,
and unto that end, he does breathe in both the Sacraments, Rom. 6.4, 5, 6. for he is both a Spirit of mortification, and vivification, so as that through him we do not only find since mortified,
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this is another use of the seal, not only to confirm, but to conform; so that of his fulness we all receive grace for grace, Joh. 1.16. and we live, yet not we, but Christ liveth in us;
this is Another use of the seal, not only to confirm, but to conform; so that of his fullness we all receive grace for grace, John 1.16. and we live, yet not we, but christ lives in us;
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3. The third work, whereby the Holy Ghost doth express the nature of a seal, is in distinguishing the Saints from other men, Rev. 7.2, 3. the servants of God were sealed,
3. The third work, whereby the Holy Ghost does express the nature of a seal, is in distinguishing the Saints from other men, Rev. 7.2, 3. the Servants of God were sealed,
and in sealing them he doth conceal them, as a seal doth, so that the world knows them not, Joh. 14.17. and 1 Joh. 3.1. we are called the sons of God, therefore the world knows us not, &c. and the more the Spirit doth distinguish a man from the wicked of the world, the less they do discern him to be a gracious man;
and in sealing them he does conceal them, as a seal does, so that the world knows them not, John 14.17. and 1 John 3.1. we Are called the Sons of God, Therefore the world knows us not, etc. and the more the Spirit does distinguish a man from the wicked of the world, the less they do discern him to be a gracious man;
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as men grow more in godliness, so they grow more and more to be suspected by the world this is sealing work, to distinguish, and yet to conceal: these things doth the Spirit of God,
as men grow more in godliness, so they grow more and more to be suspected by the world this is sealing work, to distinguish, and yet to conceal: these things does the Spirit of God,
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so in like manner, what is all our inheritance? surely a fulness of the fruition of God the Father, and of Jesus Christ, and of the blessed Spirit of God;
so in like manner, what is all our inheritance? surely a fullness of the fruition of God the Father, and of jesus christ, and of the blessed Spirit of God;
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this is all our inheritance that we look for in another world: Eph. 1.14. He is the earnest of our inheritance, until the redemption of the purchased possession, unto the praise of his glory:
this is all our inheritance that we look for in Another world: Ephesians 1.14. He is the earnest of our inheritance, until the redemption of the purchased possession, unto the praise of his glory:
True it is indeed, there are many Christians, yea, and sealed Christians, which are not sealed with the proper work of the Spirit, I mean with that full consolation, and universal conformity to Gods image; every Christian hath not received that measure of power; but every Christian waiteth for it,
True it is indeed, there Are many Christians, yea, and sealed Christians, which Are not sealed with the proper work of the Spirit, I mean with that full consolation, and universal conformity to God's image; every Christian hath not received that measure of power; but every Christian waits for it,
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that it will come short of bringing us unto Christ, if we lay claim to a promise of God by any work of grace, such as we can have before we have the seal of the Spirit; I mean such a work of the Spirit, as wherein he doth come in with power upon the soul, above the power of the word and works of God; for they are both creatures:
that it will come short of bringing us unto christ, if we lay claim to a promise of God by any work of grace, such as we can have before we have the seal of the Spirit; I mean such a work of the Spirit, as wherein he does come in with power upon the soul, above the power of the word and works of God; for they Are both creatures:
and unless the Lord come in with his immediate power, above the power of any Ordinance, all that you have received amounteth not to the faith of Gods elect; and unless it be the Spirit of God that enlighteneth, we have received no saving light; and when he doth come to seal up Jesus Christ unto our souls, he ever speaketh in some promise of the free grace of God;
and unless the Lord come in with his immediate power, above the power of any Ordinance, all that you have received amounteth not to the faith of God's elect; and unless it be the Spirit of God that Enlighteneth, we have received no Saving Light; and when he does come to seal up jesus christ unto our Souls, he ever speaks in Some promise of the free grace of God;
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for the Lord justifieth no man upon an imperfect righteousness, but in that work doth ever declare himself to be just, and a justifier of him that is of the faith of Jesus; Rom. 3.26. therefore seeing in this work, he sitteth upon a throne to declare his own righteousness, there is no place now for our righteousness to appear;
for the Lord Justifieth no man upon an imperfect righteousness, but in that work does ever declare himself to be just, and a justifier of him that is of the faith of jesus; Rom. 3.26. Therefore seeing in this work, he Sitteth upon a throne to declare his own righteousness, there is no place now for our righteousness to appear;
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yet unless the Spirit of God should above the power of the work breathe in it, it is not possible that it should beget a Divine Faith; it is only the work of the Spirit of God:
yet unless the Spirit of God should above the power of the work breathe in it, it is not possible that it should beget a Divine Faith; it is only the work of the Spirit of God:
it is he also that shews you your acceptance with God, and that manifesteth your sanctification, and makes it a sign unto you of your justification; otherwise neither word, nor work can set on a promise; with power upon the soul,
it is he also that shows you your acceptance with God, and that manifesteth your sanctification, and makes it a Signen unto you of your justification; otherwise neither word, nor work can Set on a promise; with power upon the soul,
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if he speak peace unto the soul, he ever doth it in some word of promise; and if he testifie our acceptance, it is in some word; and in that respect, it is mediate: but he doth set on a power above the word,
if he speak peace unto the soul, he ever does it in Some word of promise; and if he testify our acceptance, it is in Some word; and in that respect, it is mediate: but he does Set on a power above the word,
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unless the Lord come in by a power above the word: and when he doth speak in any word of his grace, he doth not in the first place speak to you of your own righteousness; but first convinceth you, that you are a chief sinner:
unless the Lord come in by a power above the word: and when he does speak in any word of his grace, he does not in the First place speak to you of your own righteousness; but First Convinces you, that you Are a chief sinner:
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as when he said to Saul, Why persecutest thou me? when he sends his Spirit, it is first to convince the world of sin, (Joh. 16.8, 9, &c.) and what? of your sanctification, next? no, of your justification next;
as when he said to Saul, Why Persecutest thou me? when he sends his Spirit, it is First to convince the world of since, (John 16.8, 9, etc.) and what? of your sanctification, next? no, of your justification next;
that is, of his righteousness; and afterward of judgement: and that is sometimes put for sanctification, Mat. 12.20. A bruised reed shall he not break, and smoaking flax shall he not quench, until he bring forth judgement into victory.
that is, of his righteousness; and afterwards of judgement: and that is sometime put for sanctification, Mathew 12.20. A Bruised reed shall he not break, and smoking flax shall he not quench, until he bring forth judgement into victory.
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In the third place, this may teach all the servants of God, that have received in any measure the first fruits of the Spirit, to know, that they have received an earnest of an everlasting possession;
In the third place, this may teach all the Servants of God, that have received in any measure the First fruits of the Spirit, to know, that they have received an earnest of an everlasting possession;
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it may teach us, That if we have received Christ, and our hope be in him, never to rest until we do more fully and clearly see that the Lord is our God; until the Holy Ghost do fill your hearts with more power, and stamp more of the image of Christ in you:
it may teach us, That if we have received christ, and our hope be in him, never to rest until we do more Fully and clearly see that the Lord is our God; until the Holy Ghost do fill your hearts with more power, and stamp more of the image of christ in you:
for if a man cannot look upon a candle, how shall he look upon a torch? and much less upon the shining Sun. Therefore it behoveth all the servants of God, to grow up in the power of God,
for if a man cannot look upon a candle, how shall he look upon a torch? and much less upon the shining Sun. Therefore it behooveth all the Servants of God, to grow up in the power of God,
and the strength of his might; not holding forth insolency of Spirit, nor uncharitable censoriousness; such things are far off from expressing the Spirit of Christ;
and the strength of his might; not holding forth insolency of Spirit, nor uncharitable censoriousness; such things Are Far off from expressing the Spirit of christ;
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and when you have done all, be contented to be counted the offscouring of the world; as 1 Cor. 4.9. for it must be the part of all that fear God, to take heed that you give none occasion to any to speak evil of us:
and when you have done all, be contented to be counted the offscouring of the world; as 1 Cor. 4.9. for it must be the part of all that Fear God, to take heed that you give none occasion to any to speak evil of us:
but if we be born of God, and under a Covenant of grace, we must look to grow up in all well pleasing unto God, that we may not be strangers to any of all the heavenly works of the grace of God,
but if we be born of God, and under a Covenant of grace, we must look to grow up in all well pleasing unto God, that we may not be Strangers to any of all the heavenly works of the grace of God,
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Thus having explained, how the Lord gives himself in a Covenant of grace unto Abraham, and to his seed; we now come unto the second part of the Doctrine; which is, that he received Abraham and his seed to be a peculiar people unto himself;
Thus having explained, how the Lord gives himself in a Covenant of grace unto Abraham, and to his seed; we now come unto the second part of the Doctrine; which is, that he received Abraham and his seed to be a peculiar people unto himself;
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1. For the first of these, That he did so take Abraham and his seed, &c. we finde it plain in Deut. 7.6, 7, 8. The Lord thy God hath chosen thee, to be a special people unto himself, &c. and ver. 8. Because the Lord loved you,
1. For the First of these, That he did so take Abraham and his seed, etc. we find it plain in Deuteronomy 7.6, 7, 8. The Lord thy God hath chosen thee, to be a special people unto himself, etc. and ver. 8. Because the Lord loved you,
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but as he sometimes called his Apostles, when they were mending their nets: so he called his people Israel, when they were making bricks in Aegypt, then he said to Pharaoh, Let my people go;
but as he sometime called his Apostles, when they were mending their nets: so he called his people Israel, when they were making bricks in Egypt, then he said to Pharaoh, Let my people go;
1. First, By solemn outward Covenant; and that partly in the loyns of Abraham; and partly in mount Sinai; and yet more solemnly in the plains of Moab, Deut. 29. for that was a Covenant of Grace wherein the Lord promised to circumcise their heart, and the heart of their seed. Deut. 30.6.
1. First, By solemn outward Covenant; and that partly in the loins of Abraham; and partly in mount Sinai; and yet more solemnly in the plains of Moab, Deuteronomy 29. for that was a Covenant of Grace wherein the Lord promised to circumcise their heart, and the heart of their seed. Deuteronomy 30.6.
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from whence it comes to pass, that we have communion with him, both relative, in adoption, and justification; and positive, in sanctification, and in fulness of time, perfect glorification.
from whence it comes to pass, that we have communion with him, both relative, in adoption, and justification; and positive, in sanctification, and in fullness of time, perfect glorification.
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The answer is shortly this, Abraham doth here principally stand as the father of the faithful, and so received Circumcision as the Father of the faithful, not only of such as were Circumcised, but also of such as were uncircumcised The Covenant he received when he was uncircumcised; and the seal when he was circumcised, that he might be the father of the faithful among Jewes and Gentiles: and all the Jewes are not the seed of Abraham, but the children of the promise are counted for the seed;
The answer is shortly this, Abraham does Here principally stand as the father of the faithful, and so received Circumcision as the Father of the faithful, not only of such as were Circumcised, but also of such as were uncircumcised The Covenant he received when he was uncircumcised; and the seal when he was circumcised, that he might be the father of the faithful among Jews and Gentiles: and all the Jews Are not the seed of Abraham, but the children of the promise Are counted for the seed;
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but, To thy seed, as of one, even Christ, Gal. 3.16. so that unto Christ, and unto all those that have the seed of Christ in them, is this Covenant made.
but, To thy seed, as of one, even christ, Gal. 3.16. so that unto christ, and unto all those that have the seed of christ in them, is this Covenant made.
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was not Ishmael circumcised as well as Isaac? and is it not said, Unto them were committed the covenants of God? Rom. 9.4. so that both the Covenants were committed to them that fell away from God:
was not Ishmael circumcised as well as Isaac? and is it not said, Unto them were committed the Covenants of God? Rom. 9.4. so that both the Covenants were committed to them that fell away from God:
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yet my mind could not be towards this people? and the Lord rejecteth them, Jer. 15.1. and 6. ult. and 7.29. and yet, these (whom God rejecteth) were made partakers of the seal of the Covenant: would God call them to the seal, and not to the Covenant? would he call them to prophane the Covenant? the point is weighty:
yet my mind could not be towards this people? and the Lord rejecteth them, Jer. 15.1. and 6. ult. and 7.29. and yet, these (whom God rejecteth) were made partakers of the seal of the Covenant: would God call them to the seal, and not to the Covenant? would he call them to profane the Covenant? the point is weighty:
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1. First, they had their part in the Covenant of Grace: this they had, that they were all called to the solemn receiving of the covenant, Deut. 29.10.
1. First, they had their part in the Covenant of Grace: this they had, that they were all called to the solemn receiving of the Covenant, Deuteronomy 29.10.
to 15. Ye all stand this day before the Lord your God, &c. that thou shouldest enter into covenant with the Lord thy God, &c. this was the Covenant of grace: now thus far are all the carnal seed of Christian Parents, called into the outward fellowship of the Covenant.
to 15. You all stand this day before the Lord your God, etc. that thou Shouldst enter into Covenant with the Lord thy God, etc. this was the Covenant of grace: now thus Far Are all the carnal seed of Christian Parents, called into the outward fellowship of the Covenant.
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When as Abraham had understood that God would establish the Govenant with Isaac, and thereupon made a sad prayer unto God, that Ishmael might live in his sight, Gen. 18.18, 20. the Lord answereth him;
When as Abraham had understood that God would establish the Covenant with Isaac, and thereupon made a sad prayer unto God, that Ishmael might live in his sighed, Gen. 18.18, 20. the Lord Answers him;
behold, I have blessed him, and will make him fruitful, &c. and (which is wonderful) he had the liberty of all the Ordinances until he cut himself off from them.
behold, I have blessed him, and will make him fruitful, etc. and (which is wondered) he had the liberty of all the Ordinances until he Cut himself off from them.
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so that it is not a meer blank, for by it here are sundry spiritual, and outward blessings; the patience and bounty of God is abundantly poured out upon the carnal seed of Christian Parents,
so that it is not a mere blank, for by it Here Are sundry spiritual, and outward blessings; the patience and bounty of God is abundantly poured out upon the carnal seed of Christian Parents,
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so that if you see much patience extended to the children of Christian Parents, and many gifts bestowed upon them, whereby they become very serviceable sometimes in the Commonwealth, sometimes in the Church; know, that all these things spring from the Covenant of God with their Fathers.
so that if you see much patience extended to the children of Christian Parents, and many Gifts bestowed upon them, whereby they become very serviceable sometime in the Commonwealth, sometime in the Church; know, that all these things spring from the Covenant of God with their Father's.
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he doth not only call them to Church liberty, and fellowship; nor only bestow upon them sundry gifts of grace, and great bounties, and manifold preservation from evil:
he does not only call them to Church liberty, and fellowship; nor only bestow upon them sundry Gifts of grace, and great bounties, and manifold preservation from evil:
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but likewise he doth offer them the sure mercies of David: for so God doth distinguish the sure mercies of the Covenant, Isai. 55.3. Encline your ear, and come unto me;
but likewise he does offer them the sure Mercies of David: for so God does distinguish the sure Mercies of the Covenant, Isaiah 55.3. Incline your ear, and come unto me;
wherein you see the Lord putteth it upon such terms, that if the soul come not by it, it is because he would not: not that any can come when they will,
wherein you see the Lord putteth it upon such terms, that if the soul come not by it, it is Because he would not: not that any can come when they will,
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and that, when there lay no necessity upon them, but voluntarily they did despise the grace of the Covenant: for do but observe the causes wherefore the Lord hath discovenanted the children of gracious Parents.
and that, when there lay no necessity upon them, but voluntarily they did despise the grace of the Covenant: for do but observe the Causes Wherefore the Lord hath discovenanted the children of gracious Parents.
1. The first that ever fell off from the Covenant of grace made with Abraham, it was Ishmael: and what was the ground of it? he mocked Isaac, Gen. 21.9, 10. what mocking was it? in regard of humane frailty? no, no;
1. The First that ever fell off from the Covenant of grace made with Abraham, it was Ishmael: and what was the ground of it? he mocked Isaac, Gen. 21.9, 10. what mocking was it? in regard of humane frailty? no, no;
but the love of worldly sensual blessings did choak the affections of Esau toward the Covenant of grace, which was the chief blessing of the first born in the days of Abraham and Isaac; but he coming in hungry, selleth his birthright for a mess of red pottage, Gen. 25.31. &c. Thus Esau despised his birthright:
but the love of worldly sensual blessings did choke the affections of Esau towards the Covenant of grace, which was the chief blessing of the First born in the days of Abraham and Isaac; but he coming in hungry, Selleth his birthright for a mess of read pottage, Gen. 25.31. etc. Thus Esau despised his birthright:
and this is the case of all the good husbands of the world that despise the Covenant of grace; for when once a man is taken up with the profits and pleasures of this life, he then cares not a rush for the Covenant of grace:
and this is the case of all the good Husbands of the world that despise the Covenant of grace; for when once a man is taken up with the profits and pleasures of this life, he then Cares not a rush for the Covenant of grace:
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and do men thus fall from the Covenant of grace, because it is a duty above the power of nature? no, no, the very common gifts they had, might have restrained the one of these from mocking, and the other from selling his birthright for a mess of pottage:
and do men thus fallen from the Covenant of grace, Because it is a duty above the power of nature? no, no, the very Common Gifts they had, might have restrained the one of these from mocking, and the other from selling his birthright for a mess of pottage:
it is evident that the children of Christian Parents, when as they come to fall off from God, they do not fall upon such things as they are not able to prevent:
it is evident that the children of Christian Parents, when as they come to fallen off from God, they do not fallen upon such things as they Are not able to prevent:
3. A third way, whereby the children of Christian Parents fall from the Covenant of grace, is a self-confident cleaving unto those gifts of grace, which by the Covenant they have received:
3. A third Way, whereby the children of Christian Parents fallen from the Covenant of grace, is a self-confident cleaving unto those Gifts of grace, which by the Covenant they have received:
sweetly indowed with many sprinklings of the bloud of the Covenant, whereby they come to be great in knowledge, and sometime excel in a spirit of prayer, and some are good at one thing, and some at another;
sweetly endowed with many sprinklings of the blood of the Covenant, whereby they come to be great in knowledge, and sometime excel in a Spirit of prayer, and Some Are good At one thing, and Some At Another;
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and being full of such gifts, it may easily come to pass that they may grow so confident of these, that they will not subject themselves unto the righteousness of God in Christ Jesus.
and being full of such Gifts, it may Easily come to pass that they may grow so confident of these, that they will not Subject themselves unto the righteousness of God in christ jesus.
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And this was the rejection of the whole house of Israel, Rom. 10.3. They being ignorant of Gods righteousness, and going about to establish their own righteousness, have not submitted themselves unto the righteousness of God:
And this was the rejection of the Whole house of Israel, Rom. 10.3. They being ignorant of God's righteousness, and going about to establish their own righteousness, have not submitted themselves unto the righteousness of God:
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and hence the Covenant of grace is unto them turned into a Covenant of works; they are now become the children of the bond-woman, and not the children of the free-woman: for they that have their faith in themselves, and not in Christ, they fall under a Covenant of works. So that (minde you) the Lord is just and righteous in all these his dispensations.
and hence the Covenant of grace is unto them turned into a Covenant of works; they Are now become the children of the bondwoman, and not the children of the freewoman: for they that have their faith in themselves, and not in christ, they fallen under a Covenant of works. So that (mind you) the Lord is just and righteous in all these his dispensations.
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for the Lord receives them into inward fellowship with his Son, so as that they shall be justified, sanctified, and glorified. But are the carnal seed then rejected? no,
for the Lord receives them into inward fellowship with his Son, so as that they shall be justified, sanctified, and glorified. But Are the carnal seed then rejected? no,
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And for others that trusted in their own righteousness, had not the Lord convinced them, that it was not their own righteousness that could save them? did not David say, If thou Lord mark iniquity, Lord who shall stand? Psal. 130.3. and in thy sight shall no flesh living be justified, Psal. 143.2. so that, it is not the blindness of mans nature that excuseth, but this flows from a malignant, and affected self-confidence; therefore now they are justly disinherited:
And for Others that trusted in their own righteousness, had not the Lord convinced them, that it was not their own righteousness that could save them? did not David say, If thou Lord mark iniquity, Lord who shall stand? Psalm 130.3. and in thy sighed shall no Flesh living be justified, Psalm 143.2. so that, it is not the blindness of men nature that excuseth, but this flows from a malignant, and affected self-confidence; Therefore now they Are justly disinherited:
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but seeing you put it from you, &c. and he had said before, They contradicted and blasphemed; and why was it necessary that the word should be spoken unto them? truly, that God might be faithful in his Covenant; for if all the children of Christian Parents, may not have liberty in the means of grace, then the Lord should be wanting to his Covenant: so that if they be Jewes by nature, the Lord is bound by Covenant, that they shall not for want of means perish;
but seeing you put it from you, etc. and he had said before, They contradicted and blasphemed; and why was it necessary that the word should be spoken unto them? truly, that God might be faithful in his Covenant; for if all the children of Christian Parents, may not have liberty in the means of grace, then the Lord should be wanting to his Covenant: so that if they be Jews by nature, the Lord is bound by Covenant, that they shall not for want of means perish;
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for though it be above the power of the creature to repent and believe, yet it is not above the power of nature to abstain from prophaneness and malignity, and such strong confidence in their legal righteousness;
for though it be above the power of the creature to Repent and believe, yet it is not above the power of nature to abstain from profaneness and malignity, and such strong confidence in their Legal righteousness;
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if thou seest any child of the godly perish, write upon him, He is either a persecutor, or a worldling, or a presumptuous hypocrite; otherwise he had been an heir of grace:
if thou See any child of the godly perish, write upon him, He is either a persecutor, or a worldling, or a presumptuous hypocrite; otherwise he had been an heir of grace:
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whence it is that they are ofttimes sweetly trimmed up with many good gifts and parts, that you would wonder to see how forward and dexterous they are in their places;
whence it is that they Are ofttimes sweetly trimmed up with many good Gifts and parts, that you would wonder to see how forward and dexterous they Are in their places;
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and how comes this? is it not from the faithfulnesse of Gods Covenant, that we might see and say, That on Gods part there was no want unto his salvation,
and how comes this? is it not from the faithfulness of God's Covenant, that we might see and say, That on God's part there was no want unto his salvation,
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but when they grow malignant, and despise, and contradict, and blaspheme, Act. 13.40, 45, 46. and put off from them the word of life, now they are cast off.
but when they grow malignant, and despise, and contradict, and Blaspheme, Act. 13.40, 45, 46. and put off from them the word of life, now they Are cast off.
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but take heed of scorning of Religion, and of high-prizing the world: and if you be forward in spiritual gifts, take heed of blessing your selves in them:
but take heed of scorning of Religion, and of high-prizing the world: and if you be forward in spiritual Gifts, take heed of blessing your selves in them:
for if you have any thing of your own to build upon, you will in time tread under foot the bloud of the Son of God, wherewith you were sanctified, if you be not justified by it:
for if you have any thing of your own to built upon, you will in time tread under foot the blood of the Son of God, wherewith you were sanctified, if you be not justified by it:
otherwise by one means or other you will fall off from God, upon such base and unworthy terms, whereby it will appear that the Lord is just in rejecting you,
otherwise by one means or other you will fallen off from God, upon such base and unworthy terms, whereby it will appear that the Lord is just in rejecting you,
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sometimes Parents may cut off the free passage of their Cavenant from their seed: though God give them one child and another, they are not greatly sensible what need the poor Infant standeth in of a Covenant of grace;
sometime Parents may Cut off the free passage of their Covenant from their seed: though God give them one child and Another, they Are not greatly sensible what need the poor Infant Stands in of a Covenant of grace;
they do not believe for their children, nor humble themselves in respect of them; and then no wonder if the child miscarry through the unbelief of his Parents.
they do not believe for their children, nor humble themselves in respect of them; and then no wonder if the child miscarry through the unbelief of his Parents.
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In the second place, for Use, It teacheth all the servants of God, that are under the Covenant, to be careful to bring up their children under the wing of the Covenant:
In the second place, for Use, It Teaches all the Servants of God, that Are under the Covenant, to be careful to bring up their children under the wing of the Covenant:
for faith comes by hearing, Rom. 10.17. Received you the Spirit by the works of the law, or by the hearing of faith? Gal. 3.2. and this is the door of the Covenant, Jesus Christ believed on, Joh. 10.7, 9. Act. 14.27.
for faith comes by hearing, Rom. 10.17. Received you the Spirit by the works of the law, or by the hearing of faith? Gal. 3.2. and this is the door of the Covenant, jesus christ believed on, John 10.7, 9. Act. 14.27.
and then if your childrens blood be upon their own heads, through their own forsaking of the Covenant, the Lord is guiltless, and his Covenant guiltless; they have forseited their birth-right, which is not to be bought again for many worlds.
and then if your Children's blood be upon their own Heads, through their own forsaking of the Covenant, the Lord is guiltless, and his Covenant guiltless; they have forseited their birthright, which is not to be bought again for many world's.
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It will follow semblably, that we must be as God is, and our children as his children; and our servants as his servants; and our wits, and parts, and authority, and power, and times, must all be for God, and not for our selves:
It will follow semblably, that we must be as God is, and our children as his children; and our Servants as his Servants; and our wits, and parts, and Authority, and power, and times, must all be for God, and not for our selves:
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1. First, Here is a ground for family-duties; for if all that I have must be the Lords (for he takes me as he gives himself) then it is for us to give up all our relations unto him,
1. First, Here is a ground for Family duties; for if all that I have must be the lords (for he Takes me as he gives himself) then it is for us to give up all our relations unto him,
we can do nothing but set them before the Lord; but it will be requisite that we should constrain them to duty, pray with our children and servants, teach them the will of God; restrain them from wickedness:
we can do nothing but Set them before the Lord; but it will be requisite that we should constrain them to duty, pray with our children and Servants, teach them the will of God; restrain them from wickedness:
and they shall keep the way of the Lord, &c. Gen. 18.18. and the Lord commandeth Parents to bring up their children in the nurture and admonition of the Lord, Ephes. 6.4. we must therefore teach them to know the God of their Fathers, as David, 1 Chron. 28.9.
and they shall keep the Way of the Lord, etc. Gen. 18.18. and the Lord commands Parents to bring up their children in the nurture and admonition of the Lord, Ephesians 6.4. we must Therefore teach them to know the God of their Father's, as David, 1 Chronicles 28.9.
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as ever we look to have right in his Son, he will have right in our sons: if we have right in his Spirit, he hath right in our spirit; if you have any right in his servants, he hath right in your servants: and therefore use the means to draw them home to him,
as ever we look to have right in his Son, he will have right in our Sons: if we have right in his Spirit, he hath right in our Spirit; if you have any right in his Servants, he hath right in your Servants: and Therefore use the means to draw them home to him,
God is faithful, and his Covenant faithful, though they fall short of it. 2. Secondly, This also follows, that as God betrusteth us with any gifts, or parts, or talents;
God is faithful, and his Covenant faithful, though they fallen short of it. 2. Secondly, This also follows, that as God betrusteth us with any Gifts, or parts, or Talents;
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if the Lord have given us any blessing, it is wohlly his, for we must be unto God, as we would have him be unto us; and therefore the Lord took it unkindly from his people, Hos. 2.8. That the corne, and wine, and oyl, and silver, and gold, which he had given them, they prepared for Baal.
if the Lord have given us any blessing, it is wohlly his, for we must be unto God, as we would have him be unto us; and Therefore the Lord took it unkindly from his people, Hos. 2.8. That the corn, and wine, and oil, and silver, and gold, which he had given them, they prepared for Baal.
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so sometimes men count it a gentile thing to train up their children to idleness, and other vanities; whereas in truth it is as if they trained them up to Moloch: and this the Lord doth abhor,
so sometime men count it a gentile thing to train up their children to idleness, and other vanities; whereas in truth it is as if they trained them up to Moloch: and this the Lord does abhor,
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then here is a foundation for family-duties, and also to improve our selves, and all that we have, wholly to advance the glory of the grace of God in Jesus Christ:
then Here is a Foundation for Family duties, and also to improve our selves, and all that we have, wholly to advance the glory of the grace of God in jesus christ:
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In the fourth place, If the Lord in this Covenant receive us to be a peculiar people unto himself, something we are to learn in the manner of the performance of all holy duties; for as we are still to be doing in the use of means to help our knowledge, and faith;
In the fourth place, If the Lord in this Covenant receive us to be a peculiar people unto himself, something we Are to Learn in the manner of the performance of all holy duties; for as we Are still to be doing in the use of means to help our knowledge, and faith;
rest not therefore in all the good means that you use, for that will not hold unless the Lord be pleased to receive us, and ours. Joh. 6.37. All that the Father gives me, shall come unto me:
rest not Therefore in all the good means that you use, for that will not hold unless the Lord be pleased to receive us, and ours. John 6.37. All that the Father gives me, shall come unto me:
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the Prophet exhorteth Israel to return unto the Lord, Hos. 14.1, 2. But how shall they return? not unless the Lord take away their iniquity, and receive them graciously;
the Prophet exhorteth Israel to return unto the Lord, Hos. 14.1, 2. But how shall they return? not unless the Lord take away their iniquity, and receive them graciously;
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whatsoever duties the Lord requireth to be done on our parts, let us look unto him in all to receive us and ours, otherwise we and ours shall soon turn our backs upon God,
whatsoever duties the Lord requires to be done on our parts, let us look unto him in all to receive us and ours, otherwise we and ours shall soon turn our backs upon God,
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which is, That the Lord took the chief of Abrahams seed, the Lord Jesus Christ, to be the mediator and surety of the Covenant between God and Abraham: this is expressed, Gal. 3.16. To Abraham and his seed were the promises made:
which is, That the Lord took the chief of Abrahams seed, the Lord jesus christ, to be the Mediator and surety of the Covenant between God and Abraham: this is expressed, Gal. 3.16. To Abraham and his seed were the promises made:
I will give thee for a covenant of the people, and a light of the Gentiles, &c. and the Apostle speaketh fully, when he saith, Heb. 8.6. that he is the mediator of a better covenant:
I will give thee for a Covenant of the people, and a Light of the Gentiles, etc. and the Apostle speaks Fully, when he Says, Hebrew 8.6. that he is the Mediator of a better Covenant:
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for what is a Mediator? but a middle person to bring two persons, that are at difference into one? now Christ as he is God-man, is most fit for this work.
for what is a Mediator? but a middle person to bring two Persons, that Are At difference into one? now christ as he is God-man, is most fit for this work.
he hath suffered himself, and hath been tempted, and so he is fit to succour such as are tempted, Heb. 2.17, 18. thus he is a fit Mediatour in regard of his Person.
he hath suffered himself, and hath been tempted, and so he is fit to succour such as Are tempted, Hebrew 2.17, 18. thus he is a fit Mediator in regard of his Person.
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and lively exercise the Office of a Mediatour. 1. First, As a Priest, He doth offer Sacrifice for us, Heb. 9.12. even himself, Heb. 10.10. He gives his life a ransom for many, Mat. 20.28.
and lively exercise the Office of a Mediator. 1. First, As a Priest, He does offer Sacrifice for us, Hebrew 9.12. even himself, Hebrew 10.10. He gives his life a ransom for many, Mathew 20.28.
And as a Priest, he doth sit at Gods right hand, and makes intercession for us, Rom. 8.34. and if any man man sin, we have an advocate with the Father, which is Christ the righteous;
And as a Priest, he does fit At God's right hand, and makes Intercession for us, Rom. 8.34. and if any man man since, we have an advocate with the Father, which is christ the righteous;
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2. Secondly, As he is a Prophet, he teacheth us all things, Acts 3.22. whatsoever things he hath done and suffered for us, those things as a Prophet he teacheth us.
2. Secondly, As he is a Prophet, he Teaches us all things, Acts 3.22. whatsoever things he hath done and suffered for us, those things as a Prophet he Teaches us.
1. First, By his bloud: for a Testament is confirmed by the death of him that made it, Heb. 9.15, 16, 17. he is the mediatour of the new testament, that by means of death, &c. that they which are called, might receive the promise of eternal inheritance.
1. First, By his blood: for a Testament is confirmed by the death of him that made it, Hebrew 9.15, 16, 17. he is the Mediator of the new Testament, that by means of death, etc. that they which Are called, might receive the promise of Eternal inheritance.
2. Secondly, As he hath confirmed it by his bloud, so also by his Spirit, Ephes. 1.13, 14. &c. 4.30. Grieve not the holy Spirit, whereby you are sealed to the day of redemption:
2. Secondly, As he hath confirmed it by his blood, so also by his Spirit, Ephesians 1.13, 14. etc. 4.30. Grieve not the holy Spirit, whereby you Are sealed to the day of redemption:
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Christ is the Angel that ascended out of the East, having the seal of the living God, Rev. 7.2, 3. And look as it was the manner of the Priest of old, to sprinkle the bloud of the Covenant upon the book of the law, and upon the people: so doth the Lord Jesus besprinkle us, and that which is taught us, with his bloud and Spirit, and thereby begetteth the experience of the savour of God in our hearts,
christ is the Angel that ascended out of the East, having the seal of the living God, Rev. 7.2, 3. And look as it was the manner of the Priest of old, to sprinkle the blood of the Covenant upon the book of the law, and upon the people: so does the Lord jesus besprinkle us, and that which is taught us, with his blood and Spirit, and thereby begetteth the experience of the savour of God in our hearts,
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3. Thirdly, He doth seal it by the seals of the Covenant, which are Baptism, and the Lords Supper: so it is here said, He gave him the covenant of circumcision, which was a seal of the righteousness of faith;
3. Thirdly, He does seal it by the Seals of the Covenant, which Are Baptism, and the lords Supper: so it is Here said, He gave him the Covenant of circumcision, which was a seal of the righteousness of faith;
instead whereof he hath given us Baptism. And by the Lords Supper he sealeth it; for that is the bloud of the new Testament, Mat 26.28. by all these means he doth confirm the Covenant, Dan. 7.27. 3. Thirdly, He is not only the Publisher, and confirmer, but also the Prince, and Head of it;
instead whereof he hath given us Baptism. And by the lords Supper he Sealeth it; for that is the blood of the new Testament, Mathew 26.28. by all these means he does confirm the Covenant, Dan. 7.27. 3. Thirdly, He is not only the Publisher, and confirmer, but also the Prince, and Head of it;
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for you shall see that in all Covenants there are some that are Princes of the Covenant, as we read, Dan. 11.22. where speaking of the league between Egypt and Assyria, he makes mention of the Princes of the Covenant. So in this respect the Lord Jesus is called the Covenant it self:
for you shall see that in all Covenants there Are Some that Are Princes of the Covenant, as we read, Dan. 11.22. where speaking of the league between Egypt and Assyria, he makes mention of the Princes of the Covenant. So in this respect the Lord jesus is called the Covenant it self:
and to the Church his mystical body in him, and under him; and therefore all the promises are in him yea, and in him amen•: 2 Cor. 1.20. that is to say, all the Promises, and all their conditions are fulfilled in him;
and to the Church his mystical body in him, and under him; and Therefore all the promises Are in him yea, and in him amen•: 2 Cor. 1.20. that is to say, all the Promises, and all their conditions Are fulfilled in him;
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as he saith, It behoveth us to fulfil all righteousness. Mat. 3.15. 2. Secondly, He doth inherit the blessings of the Covenant, so far as his blessed nature is capable of them;
as he Says, It behooveth us to fulfil all righteousness. Mathew 3.15. 2. Secondly, He does inherit the blessings of the Covenant, so Far as his blessed nature is capable of them;
and shall turn away ungodliness from Jacob; as the Apostle, Rom. 11.26. expoundeth the words of the Prophet, Isai. 59.20. for he fulfilleth in us all the conditions of the Covenant:
and shall turn away ungodliness from Jacob; as the Apostle, Rom. 11.26. expoundeth the words of the Prophet, Isaiah 59.20. for he fulfilleth in us all the conditions of the Covenant:
Thus we have seen in particulars how the Lord Jesus is the Mediatour of the Covenant. He is the Publisher of it, the confirmer of it, by his bloud, by his Spirit, by the seals of the Covenant: he is the Prince of it,
Thus we have seen in particulars how the Lord jesus is the Mediator of the Covenant. He is the Publisher of it, the confirmer of it, by his blood, by his Spirit, by the Seals of the Covenant: he is the Prince of it,
in the first place, it is of refutation unto the Popish Doctrine, that hath devised other Mediatours besides Jesus Christ: they come unto God in the mediation of Saints and Angels, and pray to them, to pray for them in Heaven;
in the First place, it is of refutation unto the Popish Doctrine, that hath devised other Mediators beside jesus christ: they come unto God in the mediation of Saints and Angels, and pray to them, to pray for them in Heaven;
and look that by the vertue of their prayers they shall be saved: and whereas the Scripture is plain, 1 Tim. 2.5. there is one mediatour between God and man, the man Christ Jesus:
and look that by the virtue of their Prayers they shall be saved: and whereas the Scripture is plain, 1 Tim. 2.5. there is one Mediator between God and man, the man christ jesus:
yea, (say they) one Mediatour of Redemption, but many of Intercession: whereas (mind you) it is the work of a Mediatour, not only to do that which may prevail for the obtaining of peace;
yea, (say they) one Mediator of Redemption, but many of Intercession: whereas (mind you) it is the work of a Mediator, not only to do that which may prevail for the obtaining of peace;
but he must apply it also, or else he hath not brought us unto union and communion with the Father. And when they make intercession unto Angels for the vertue and merit of their prayers, it doth evacuate the mediation of Jesus Christ: for bring in other Mediatours,
but he must apply it also, or Else he hath not brought us unto Union and communion with the Father. And when they make Intercession unto Angels for the virtue and merit of their Prayers, it does evacuate the mediation of jesus christ: for bring in other Mediators,
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but we look at it only as a way, wherein the Lord calleth us to wait upon him: so as that when we have done desiring, we look for all blessing from Jesus Christ, even then when we beg the prayers of our friends.
but we look At it only as a Way, wherein the Lord calls us to wait upon him: so as that when we have done desiring, we look for all blessing from jesus christ, even then when we beg the Prayers of our Friends.
Now they look at Mary as able to command the Lord Jesus, ( Jube Mater Filium, command thy Son,) and when they pray to this Saint and that Saint, they look that the right and merit,
Now they look At Marry as able to command the Lord jesus, (Jube Mater Son, command thy Son,) and when they pray to this Saint and that Saint, they look that the right and merit,
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But that we might the better understand the mystery of iniquity: do not they make the Saints and Angels the Mediatours of their Redemption also? what is the ground of the Popish indulgences? have not they a treasure of Church-merit which they boast of? and therefore have they power,
But that we might the better understand the mystery of iniquity: do not they make the Saints and Angels the Mediators of their Redemption also? what is the ground of the Popish Indulgences? have not they a treasure of Church-merit which they boast of? and Therefore have they power,
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now (minde you) he which is a Mediatour of the pardon of my sins, is a Mediatour of redemption, and justification; and this is the dangerous gulfe into which the Popish Religion sinketh many millions of souls.
now (mind you) he which is a Mediator of the pardon of my Sins, is a Mediator of redemption, and justification; and this is the dangerous gulf into which the Popish Religion sinks many millions of Souls.
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for we also may be subject to the like danger, in making our own righteousness our mediatours, as they be in making their prayers, and merits of their Saints their Mediatours: if we shall make any graces in our hearts the ground of our union with God, we have forgotten that Jesus Christ became God and man,
for we also may be Subject to the like danger, in making our own righteousness our mediators, as they be in making their Prayers, and merits of their Saints their Mediators: if we shall make any graces in our hearts the ground of our Union with God, we have forgotten that jesus christ became God and man,
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But you will say, Cannot our gifts, and works maintain this union when it is true? If they can uphold it, they are in part Mediatours: that they do uphold it by merit, no Protestant will say:
But you will say, Cannot our Gifts, and works maintain this Union when it is true? If they can uphold it, they Are in part Mediators: that they do uphold it by merit, no Protestant will say:
and though it be not so gross as Popery, yet it tends unto the like dishonour of Jesus Christ. It was a faithful saying of the Apostle Peter, and worthy of all acceptation,
and though it be not so gross as Popery, yet it tends unto the like dishonour of jesus christ. It was a faithful saying of the Apostle Peter, and worthy of all acceptation,
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and of Jacob, the God of our fathers, hath glorified his Son Jesus, &c. so it is not in the power of the best spiritual gifts or works, to make a creeple go: much less is it in their power to make a feeble soul stand upright;
and of Jacob, the God of our Father's, hath glorified his Son jesus, etc. so it is not in the power of the best spiritual Gifts or works, to make a creeple go: much less is it in their power to make a feeble soul stand upright;
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or right in any other means under heaven, we deprive Christ of the Office of a Mediatour. There is an Opinion, as I hear, stirring in our native Country, that though none of our works give us merit, right, or power to reach the blessing, yet they give us fitness. Now truly this is but an English word; in Latine we call it congruity: and this the Papists come unto, that when they be driven hard unto it, they will acknowledge that we have no merit of condignity, but only merit of congruity: therefore in truth it is plain Popery in English:
or right in any other means under heaven, we deprive christ of the Office of a Mediator. There is an Opinion, as I hear, stirring in our native Country, that though none of our works give us merit, right, or power to reach the blessing, yet they give us fitness. Now truly this is but an English word; in Latin we call it congruity: and this the Papists come unto, that when they be driven hard unto it, they will acknowledge that we have no merit of condignity, but only merit of congruity: Therefore in truth it is plain Popery in English:
do not think we cry down sanctification, because we do not put it into Christs Mediatourship, because we do not shut Christ out of heaven, and out of his Office by it;
do not think we cry down sanctification, Because we do not put it into Christ Mediatorship, Because we do not shut christ out of heaven, and out of his Office by it;
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you will say, We cannot be united, till by faith we have uniting. Is faith then a Mediatur between Christ and us? can there be no union with Christ, unless we bring faith, and repentance with us? truly then we must have Mediatours to bring us unto Christ:
you will say, We cannot be united, till by faith we have uniting. Is faith then a Mediatur between christ and us? can there be no Union with christ, unless we bring faith, and Repentance with us? truly then we must have Mediators to bring us unto christ:
and they shall look on him whom they have pierced, and mourn for him, &c. This looking is faith, and this mourning is repentance; thus Christ seeth us before we see him,
and they shall look on him whom they have pierced, and mourn for him, etc. This looking is faith, and this mourning is Repentance; thus christ sees us before we see him,
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for as he is the door; so he is the Surety of the Covenant, he is the Publisher, and Confirmer, and Prince of the Covenant; and he receives and keeps all the blessings of the Covenant for us.
for as he is the door; so he is the Surety of the Covenant, he is the Publisher, and Confirmer, and Prince of the Covenant; and he receives and keeps all the blessings of the Covenant for us.
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but it is because you did not rest in the Letter of the duty, but you did exercise your self unto godliness in a way of faith, and by faith the walls of Jericho fall down, and the walls of Jerusalem are built up:
but it is Because you did not rest in the letter of the duty, but you did exercise your self unto godliness in a Way of faith, and by faith the walls of Jericho fallen down, and the walls of Jerusalem Are built up:
when we can say to Saints, and Angels, We know you not, and to our own righteousness, and all the duties of it, We know you not, in point of mediation: but Jesus we know,
when we can say to Saints, and Angels, We know you not, and to our own righteousness, and all the duties of it, We know you not, in point of mediation: but jesus we know,
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Therefore such as desire to maintain and to see maintained firm and full communion with Jesus Christ; let the Lord Jesus only be their Advocate, and Righteousness, for it is he that worketh all our works for us,
Therefore such as desire to maintain and to see maintained firm and full communion with jesus christ; let the Lord jesus only be their Advocate, and Righteousness, for it is he that works all our works for us,
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then do we not abuse our gifts, and duties, but use them as fruits of Christs mediation: if we look at them as causes of our mediation, we do utterly evacuate the mediation of Jesus Christ; neither can we continue in that state, without the same hand of grace:
then do we not abuse our Gifts, and duties, but use them as fruits of Christ mediation: if we look At them as Causes of our mediation, we do utterly evacuate the mediation of jesus christ; neither can we continue in that state, without the same hand of grace:
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for even the Angels in heaven (as is generally received) stand confirmed in Jesus Christ: if therefore they could not stand firm were it not for Jesus Christ, much less shall the sinful sons of men come unto union, or stand firm in communion with God by their best graces;
for even the Angels in heaven (as is generally received) stand confirmed in jesus christ: if Therefore they could not stand firm were it not for jesus christ, much less shall the sinful Sons of men come unto Union, or stand firm in communion with God by their best graces;
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Yea, even then when you are full of all the power of the most High, and of all heavenly consolation, it is Jesus Christ, that maintaineth your union with himself:
Yea, even then when you Are full of all the power of the most High, and of all heavenly consolation, it is jesus christ, that maintaineth your Union with himself:
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for even the Angels in heaven would not be steadfast, but that the Lord hath laid a sure foundation in a middle person, that he might unite God and the creatures together.
for even the Angels in heaven would not be steadfast, but that the Lord hath laid a sure Foundation in a middle person, that he might unite God and the creatures together.
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therefore that we might not ravel out our time in vain, know we, that there is an Aliquid ultra, something further to be sought after, besides what we have found in our selves:
Therefore that we might not ravel out our time in vain, know we, that there is an Aliquid ultra, something further to be sought After, beside what we have found in our selves:
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if you stay in any thing that you can do, you have forgotten that Christ is the last condition; you have no right unto the Covenant before you have him; you have no condition of the new Covenant, unless you have him. But when I have Christ, have I not now the condition in my self? which the promise requireth? truly you have not,
if you stay in any thing that you can do, you have forgotten that christ is the last condition; you have no right unto the Covenant before you have him; you have no condition of the new Covenant, unless you have him. But when I have christ, have I not now the condition in my self? which the promise requires? truly you have not,
though thou hadst right in Christ, and fellowship with Christ, and shalt look for comfort from thine own duties, thou mayst look till thine eyes fail, and not finde it.
though thou Hadst right in christ, and fellowship with christ, and shalt look for Comfort from thine own duties, thou Mayest look till thine eyes fail, and not find it.
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as it were, be dressing a meal for Jesus Christ, Luk. 17.7, 8, 9, 10. and he content to feed after him, and upon him, who is the beginner and maintainer of the Covenant for us;
as it were, be dressing a meal for jesus christ, Luk. 17.7, 8, 9, 10. and he content to feed After him, and upon him, who is the beginner and maintainer of the Covenant for us;
