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SECT. I. PSALM 42, 11.
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Why art thou cast down, O my soul? and why art thou disquieted within me? Hope thou in God:
Why art thou cast down, Oh my soul? and why art thou disquieted within me? Hope thou in God:
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for I shall yet praise him, who is the health of my countenance, and my God.
for I shall yet praise him, who is the health of my countenance, and my God.
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CHAP. I. The preamble unto the Text, in a briefe view of the whole Psalme, holding forth the occasion and the division thereof.
CHAP. I. The preamble unto the Text, in a brief view of the Whole Psalm, holding forth the occasion and the division thereof.
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THese words are a spirituall Soliloquie of holy David; who now as in private speakes to,
THese words Are a spiritual Soliloquy of holy David; who now as in private speaks to,
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and argueth with his own soul, in regard of some sadnesses, and disquietings which at present did oppresse his spirit.
and argue with his own soul, in regard of Some sadnesses, and disquietings which At present did oppress his Spirit.
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And there is a great deale of precious matter in these words, deserving our Observation, Meditation, and Imitation.
And there is a great deal of precious matter in these words, deserving our Observation, Meditation, and Imitation.
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I shall in a word touch upon the occasion, and the scope of the whole Psalme:
I shall in a word touch upon the occasion, and the scope of the Whole Psalm:
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So shall we the clearer see the intention of this verse.
So shall we the clearer see the intention of this verse.
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It is thought (and that very probable) that the occasion of this Psalm was either the flight unto which he was exposed by Saul;
It is Thought (and that very probable) that the occasion of this Psalm was either the flight unto which he was exposed by Saul;
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or the flight unto which he was exposed by Absolon.or the flight unto which he was exposed by Absalom.
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Cleare it is, at the penning hereof, David was absent from Jerusalem and the Tabernacle; the consideration of which, fills him with sorrow,
Clear it is, At the penning hereof, David was absent from Jerusalem and the Tabernacle; the consideration of which, fills him with sorrow,
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and that sorrow sets him upon the composing of this Psalme: So that whatsoever was the remote, sorrow was the proximate occasion of the penning hereof.
and that sorrow sets him upon the composing of this Psalm: So that whatsoever was the remote, sorrow was the proximate occasion of the penning hereof.
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Now this sorrow appeares in the whole Psalme generally:
Now this sorrow appears in the Whole Psalm generally:
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And more particularly it discovers in selfe in these branches. 1 In the vent thereof. 2 In the cause thereof. 3 In the depth thereof. 4 In the effect thereof.
And more particularly it discovers in self in these branches. 1 In the vent thereof. 2 In the cause thereof. 3 In the depth thereof. 4 In the Effect thereof.
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First, Davids sorrow vents it selfe in the 1, 2, and 3, verses of the Psalme;
First, Davids sorrow vents it self in the 1, 2, and 3, Verses of the Psalm;
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as the Hart panteth after the water Brookes, so panteth my soule after God, vers. as the Heart pants After the water Brooks, so pants my soul After God, vers.
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1. Never was poor Hart pursued more by a company of Dogs, then he was by his enemies:
1. Never was poor Heart pursued more by a company of Dogs, then he was by his enemies:
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And never did Hart so pursued, bray after the Brookes; as he did after Jerusalem and the Tabernacle (the place and types of Gods presence) My teares (so he vents himselfe) have been my meat day and night, ver. 2. Sad soule, his griefe fed upon its selfe,
And never did Heart so pursued, bray After the Brooks; as he did After Jerusalem and the Tabernacle (the place and types of God's presence) My tears (so he vents himself) have been my meat day and night, ver. 2. Sad soul, his grief fed upon its self,
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and besides mourning, his soule had no meate.
and beside mourning, his soul had no meat.
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His soule also was poured out as water (for so the word signifies) vers. 4. Thus his sorrow vents it selfe.
His soul also was poured out as water (for so the word signifies) vers. 4. Thus his sorrow vents it self.
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Secondly, He opens the cause thereof, which was mixed and mighty. One while his present absence from Jerusalem, minds him of his former injoyments.
Secondly, He Opens the cause thereof, which was mixed and mighty. One while his present absence from Jerusalem, minds him of his former enjoyments.
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He had gone up with a multitude, making bo•y mirth, but now he was deprived thereof, vers. He had gone up with a multitude, making bo•y mirth, but now he was deprived thereof, vers.
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4. Another while hee considered the sad speeches of his insulting adversaries, who continually said, where is thy God, vers 10.
4. another while he considered the sad Speeches of his insulting Adversaries, who continually said, where is thy God, vers 10.
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Thirdly, he describes the depth of his sorrow, setting it forth to have overwhelmed him. He professeth it had cast him down, (vers. 6.) And that he was in the deeps, (vers. 7.)
Thirdly, he describes the depth of his sorrow, setting it forth to have overwhelmed him. He Professes it had cast him down, (vers. 6.) And that he was in the deeps, (vers. 7.)
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Lastly, He declares the effect of all this; now, that is held forth as double. 1 Supplication. 2 Expostulation.
Lastly, He declares the Effect of all this; now, that is held forth as double. 1 Supplication. 2 Expostulation.
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The first effect of his soule griefe was Supplication: His prayer was to the God of his life as tis vers. 8. Oh when shall I come before thee O God, (ver. 2.) To this he addes,
The First Effect of his soul grief was Supplication: His prayer was to the God of his life as this vers. 8. O when shall I come before thee Oh God, (ver. 2.) To this he adds,
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Secondly, Expostulation (as another effect of his griefe) and this expostulation is hinted to be. 1 With God. 2 With himselfe.
Secondly, Expostulation (as Another Effect of his grief) and this expostulation is hinted to be. 1 With God. 2 With himself.
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1 He expostulates the matter with his God: I will say unto God my rocke: why hast thou forsaken me, ver. 9. 2 Hee expostulates also with himselfe:
1 He expostulates the matter with his God: I will say unto God my rock: why hast thou forsaken me, ver. 9. 2 He expostulates also with himself:
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Why goe I mourning, &c. as in that verse:Why go I mourning, etc. as in that verse:
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But especially in the words of the Text. Why art thou cast down O my soule? and why art thou disquieted within me? &c.
But especially in the words of the Text. Why art thou cast down Oh my soul? and why art thou disquieted within me? etc.
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CHAP. 2. The explication, with the division, and doctrines of the Text.
CHAP. 2. The explication, with the division, and doctrines of the Text.
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I Shall explicate the words of the Text a little, so shall we be the better able to understand the meaning of them;
I Shall explicate the words of the Text a little, so shall we be the better able to understand the meaning of them;
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and to draw forth Observations from them.
and to draw forth Observations from them.
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Why art thou cast down O my soule? and Why. The word or particle translated Why, is and may bee otherwise translated. As now to instance. Why art thou cast down Oh my soul? and Why. The word or particle translated Why, is and may be otherwise translated. As now to instance.
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1 It may be translated What. And so tis as an inquiry into the truth of this trouble:
1 It may be translated What. And so this as an inquiry into the truth of this trouble:
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David doth as it were cunningly worke upon himselfe;David does as it were cunningly work upon himself;
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and say, What art thou cast down Oh my soule? is it so indeed? Tell me (oh my soule) art reall in thy griefe? art thou as much troubled as thou seemest to bee? What, is it so?
and say, What art thou cast down O my soul? is it so indeed? Tell me (o my soul) art real in thy grief? art thou as much troubled as thou seemest to be? What, is it so?
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2 It may be translated How. And so it is a word of admiration: as if David did admire to see his soule thus cast downe,
2 It may be translated How. And so it is a word of admiration: as if David did admire to see his soul thus cast down,
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and tis as much as if David should say, How (Oh!) how art thou cast downe, O my soule? how low dost thou lye? how sadly dost thou sit? how exceedingly art thou troubled? Oh! how is it with thee?
and this as much as if David should say, How (Oh!) how art thou cast down, Oh my soul? how low dost thou lie? how sadly dost thou fit? how exceedingly art thou troubled? Oh! how is it with thee?
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3 It may be translated, after what manner, And so tis, as if David should aske his soule, What kind of sorrow this was which had possessed him? and in what manner it was that he was troubled.
3 It may be translated, After what manner, And so this, as if David should ask his soul, What kind of sorrow this was which had possessed him? and in what manner it was that he was troubled.
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In what way art thou cast down O my soule? In what Way art thou cast down Oh my soul?
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4 It may be translated Wherefore, And thus it may looke two ways. 1 To the end, and tis as much as if David should say;
4 It may be translated Wherefore, And thus it may look two ways. 1 To the end, and this as much as if David should say;
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Wherefore art thou cast down? for what end? Tell me O my soule, what is the end that thou dost aime at, in this sorrow? what is thy designe in being cast down? Thus it may be an inquiry into the end.Wherefore art thou cast down? for what end? Tell me Oh my soul, what is the end that thou dost aim At, in this sorrow? what is thy Design in being cast down? Thus it may be an inquiry into the end.
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And 2 It may looke to the cause, and so tis as much as for what cause, or reason art thou cast downe? Canst tell why it is thus? Say O my soul!
And 2 It may look to the cause, and so this as much as for what cause, or reason art thou cast down? Canst tell why it is thus? Say Oh my soul!
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what is indeed the reason of thy being thus cast downe? what is indeed the reason of thy being thus cast down?
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Cast down, The word signifies properly to bow down, or to lie flat, or along upon the ground: Cast down, The word signifies properly to bow down, or to lie flat, or along upon the ground:
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thus the word is applyed to worship or to mourning, In the Psal. 38.6. you have the word in its native signification translated, and applyed to mourning.
thus the word is applied to worship or to mourning, In the Psalm 38.6. you have the word in its native signification translated, and applied to mourning.
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I am troubled (saith David) and I am bowed down. Its the same word:I am troubled (Says David) and I am bowed down. Its the same word:
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As joy in the power therof lifts up, so sorrow in the power thereof casts down: As joy in the power thereof lifts up, so sorrow in the power thereof Cast down:
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Joshua full of trouble and sorrow casts himselfe downe, prostrate o• the earth, Josh. 7.6. Davids trouble layes him prostrate (as the word signifies) yea he doth prostrate or cast down himselfe: joshua full of trouble and sorrow Cast himself down, prostrate o• the earth, Josh. 7.6. Davids trouble lays him prostrate (as the word signifies) yea he does prostrate or cast down himself:
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His sorrow makes him his own over-thrower; His sorrow makes him his own overthrower;
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his soule casts downe it selfe, for so the word in its conjugation signifies, as the learned know.
his soul Cast down it self, for so the word in its conjugation signifies, as the learned know.
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O my soule, The word is put for the whole soule, I conceive in this place (as it is in some other) Davids whole soule was grieved: sorrow had seized not upon a part onely, but upon the whole. And why art thou disquieted: Oh my soul, The word is put for the Whole soul, I conceive in this place (as it is in Some other) Davids Whole soul was grieved: sorrow had seized not upon a part only, but upon the Whole. And why art thou disquieted:
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the word signifies properly to be tumultuous, either as the Sea is in a storme, or as a people are in a tumult.
the word signifies properly to be tumultuous, either as the Sea is in a storm, or as a people Are in a tumult.
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In Psal. 46. ver. 3. its applyed to the Seas: and Psal. 65.7. its applyed to people. Indeed sorrow in the strength of it, causeth a storme, and a tumult in the soule:
In Psalm 46. ver. 3. its applied to the Seas: and Psalm 65.7. its applied to people. Indeed sorrow in the strength of it, Causes a storm, and a tumult in the soul:
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It maketh every thing to be out of order, as things are in a tumult.
It makes every thing to be out of order, as things Are in a tumult.
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Within me: It may be, (and sometimes is) translated against me. Sorrow is against the soule: Within me: It may be, (and sometime is) translated against me. Sorrow is against the soul:
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Griefe is an enemy: yea, where it prevailes, it makes the soul an enemy to its selfe, Davids soul was disquieted against him. Grief is an enemy: yea, where it prevails, it makes the soul an enemy to its self, Davids soul was disquieted against him.
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Hope thou in God; The word properly signifies to expect, or to waite for, with expectation; yea, it includes a patient tarrying a while. Thus tis said Noah stayed or tarried, Gen. 8.10. Sorrow renders us impatient. Hope thou in God; The word properly signifies to expect, or to wait for, with expectation; yea, it includes a patient tarrying a while. Thus this said Noah stayed or tarried, Gen. 8.10. Sorrow renders us impatient.
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Usually every passion when tis predominant overthrowes patience.
Usually every passion when this predominant overthrows patience.
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David therefore bids his soule to be patient, and in that patience to stay a little, and yet to expect God at last. For so he addes. David Therefore bids his soul to be patient, and in that patience to stay a little, and yet to expect God At last. For so he adds.
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For I shall yet praise him. For I shall yet praise him.
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Stay soule (saith David ) For the particle sometimes hath the force of a finall cause; As in that Job 3.11. Why the breasts that I should such, NONLATINALPHABET i. e. For what end did I sucke.
Stay soul (Says David) For the particle sometime hath the force of a final cause; As in that Job 3.11. Why the breasts that I should such, i. e. For what end did I suck.
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Thus here it may bee used: and David may tacitly answer his soule;
Thus Here it may be used: and David may tacitly answer his soul;
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which might bee ready to say (as hee said) what should I waite for the Lord any longer.
which might be ready to say (as he said) what should I wait for the Lord any longer.
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Why (saith David ) waite (O my soule) for this end, I shall praise him. Why (Says David) wait (Oh my soul) for this end, I shall praise him.
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I shall Yet. The particle is sometimes rendred Still, or Alwayes. David knew however he was cast downe now, yet he should alwayes praise.
I shall Yet. The particle is sometime rendered Still, or Always. David knew however he was cast down now, yet he should always praise.
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And hereafter he should still praise God, notwithstanding any thing now.
And hereafter he should still praise God, notwithstanding any thing now.
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Praise him: The word signifies in its first, and most genuine sence, to confesse (and is so translated sometimes.Praise him: The word signifies in its First, and most genuine sense, to confess (and is so translated sometime.
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) And happily there is this in it here. ) And happily there is this in it Here.
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As if David did hint to his soul, that however he might have hard unbeleeving thoughts of God at present, As if David did hint to his soul, that however he might have hard unbelieving thoughts of God At present,
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yet notwithstanding hereafter he should [ confesse ] this as his weaknes (as sometimes he did, Psal. 77.10. I said this was mine infirmity. yet notwithstanding hereafter he should [ confess ] this as his weakness (as sometime he did, Psalm 77.10. I said this was mine infirmity.
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) And he should confesse God was his God, and his salvation, and this he should do in a song of praise ▪ when he should worship towards the Temple (from whence hee was now banished) and praise his name for his loving kindnesse and truth:
) And he should confess God was his God, and his salvation, and this he should do in a song of praise ▪ when he should worship towards the Temple (from whence he was now banished) and praise his name for his loving kindness and truth:
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(as it is Psal. 138.2.) i: e: confessing (for its the same word) both his loving kindnesse; and his truth;
(as it is Psalm 138.2.) i: e: confessing (for its the same word) both his loving kindness; and his truth;
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Who is the health of my countenance. Who is the health of my countenance.
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In the Hebrew it is only thus, the healths (in the plurall number) of my countenance.
In the Hebrew it is only thus, the healths (in the plural number) of my countenance.
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And in truth, this will stand very fit with the former:
And in truth, this will stand very fit with the former:
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David tells his soule, he should yet confessingly praise Gods salvations, which he shewed to him. David tells his soul, he should yet confessingly praise God's salvations, which he showed to him.
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Yea, and that he should confesse him to be his God, (however now he might doubt it,) for so it followes, and my God.
Yea, and that he should confess him to be his God, (however now he might doubt it,) for so it follows, and my God.
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So that now put altogether, and it amounts to thus much;
So that now put altogether, and it amounts to thus much;
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as if David should say, What art thou cast down O my soule? How strangely is it? In what way is it? For what end,
as if David should say, What art thou cast down Oh my soul? How strangely is it? In what Way is it? For what end,
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or cause is it, that thou doest thus bow down, and storme thy selfe? Stay a little (O my soule) waite for God in expectation:
or cause is it, that thou dost thus bow down, and storm thy self? Stay a little (Oh my soul) wait for God in expectation:
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For yet notwithstanding, all thy present distempers, I shall confesse my weaknesse, and praise him for the salvations of my countenance,
For yet notwithstanding, all thy present distempers, I shall confess my weakness, and praise him for the salvations of my countenance,
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and for his being my God still. Thus you see the words opened. I will give a Reason why I speak to Davids Expostulation.and for his being my God still. Thus you see the words opened. I will give a Reason why I speak to Davids Expostulation.
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rather from this last verse, then from the fift verse.
rather from this last verse, then from the fift verse.
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The Reason is, because tis here set out fuller then there, (though happily few mind it) this last is (as it were) a second Edition with Additions, for there are two additions in this verse unto that.
The Reason is, Because this Here Set out fuller then there, (though happily few mind it) this last is (as it were) a second Edition with Additions, for there Are two additions in this verse unto that.
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First, In that tis but said, I shall praise him for the helpe of [ his ] countenance; But here tis, I shall praise him for the helpe of [ my ] countenance. In that hee acts faith,
First, In that this but said, I shall praise him for the help of [ his ] countenance; But Here this, I shall praise him for the help of [ my ] countenance. In that he acts faith,
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as wee say in Thesi, in this, hee doth it in Hypothesi. In that, hee beleeves Gods salvation,
as we say in Thessia, in this, he does it in Hypothesis. In that, he believes God's salvation,
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or saving help imminent; (as it is in himselfe) In this, hee beleeves it eminent, or flowing out from him.
or Saving help imminent; (as it is in himself) In this, he believes it eminent, or flowing out from him.
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There David onely saith, hee shall praise God as a Saviour; here hee saith, hee shall praise him as his Saviour. Tis one thing to beleeve the healths of Gods countenance, another thing to beleeve the healths of our countenance. Here David applyes the healths of Gods countenance, to his own, there he doth not, this is one addition.
There David only Says, he shall praise God as a Saviour; Here he Says, he shall praise him as his Saviour. This one thing to believe the healths of God's countenance, Another thing to believe the healths of our countenance. Here David Applies the healths of God's countenance, to his own, there he does not, this is one addition.
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The second is more visible, for here he adds, that he shall praise him as his God (which is not at all there;) There tis onely, I shall praise him the health of his countenance. Here tis, I shall praise him the health of my countenance, and my God.
The second is more visible, for Here he adds, that he shall praise him as his God (which is not At all there;) There this only, I shall praise him the health of his countenance. Here this, I shall praise him the health of my countenance, and my God.
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Now in this verse, which is the patterne of holy expostulation with ones soule, with reference to sadnesse:
Now in this verse, which is the pattern of holy expostulation with ones soul, with Referente to sadness:
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we may note these particulars. 1 The object of this expostulation: and that is Davids owne soule.
we may note these particulars. 1 The Object of this expostulation: and that is Davids own soul.
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Its not enough to expostulate with God, so he did, verse the 10. But we must expostulate with our selves.
Its not enough to expostulate with God, so he did, verse the 10. But we must expostulate with our selves.
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So David doth here. 2 The manner of the Expostulation, tis rationall, and tis serious: Here are two Whyes, [ why ] cast down? and [ why ] disquieted. 3 The charge that he layes upon his soule:
So David does Here. 2 The manner of the Expostulation, this rational, and this serious: Here Are two Whyes, [ why ] cast down? and [ why ] disquieted. 3 The charge that he lays upon his soul:
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He commands it to waite, to tarry, to expect God. 4 The ground of all this; both why David did thus expostulate,
He commands it to wait, to tarry, to expect God. 4 The ground of all this; both why David did thus expostulate,
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and why he did charge his owne soule:
and why he did charge his own soul:
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and that was, because he knew, did beleeve, and was confident, he should yet (for all this) praise God, &c.
and that was, Because he knew, did believe, and was confident, he should yet (for all this) praise God, etc.
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CHAP. 3. The Doctrines which arise from the Text.
CHAP. 3. The Doctrines which arise from the Text.
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HAving thus opened and divided the Text; it will not now be difficult to draw forth the Doctrines.
HAving thus opened and divided the Text; it will not now be difficult to draw forth the Doctrines.
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The kernell is visible, when the shell is cracked: And the graine is cleare, when the buske is threshed. The kernel is visible, when the shell is cracked: And the grain is clear, when the busk is threshed.
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There are four Doctrines which I shal gather (as the principall graine in this floare:) And (if Christ will helpe mee in the managing of them) they will be bread to eate. I. Even the choicest Saints, and such as are according to Gods heart, are lyable to spirituall dejections, and disquiets.
There Are four Doctrines which I shall gather (as the principal grain in this Flower:) And (if christ will help me in the managing of them) they will be bred to eat. I. Even the Choicest Saints, and such as Are according to God's heart, Are liable to spiritual dejections, and disquiets.
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II. Its the wisdome, and should be the care of Saints when they are cast downe, not to give way thereunto;
II Its the Wisdom, and should be the care of Saints when they Are cast down, not to give Way thereunto;
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but to argue the case with their owne soules. III.but to argue the case with their own Souls. III.
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Saints in their deepest dejections, when they are most disquieted, should be content to tarry and waite for Gods cure, and comfort. Saints in their Deepest dejections, when they Are most disquieted, should be content to tarry and wait for God's cure, and Comfort.
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IV. Its the duty, and the glory of Saints, to act faith, and to beleeve, even then, when they are cast down lowest, and see God least.
IV. Its the duty, and the glory of Saints, to act faith, and to believe, even then, when they Are cast down lowest, and see God least.
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These foure Doctrines, I conceive lye clear in these words of David. And albeit I dare not say,
These foure Doctrines, I conceive lie clear in these words of David. And albeit I Dare not say,
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but there are others, yet I conceive these the cheife truths, which the spirit would teach us from this Text.
but there Are Others, yet I conceive these the chief truths, which the Spirit would teach us from this Text.
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I shall shew how each Doctrine is deduced from, and may bee observed in the words, as I handle them particularly, and by themselves.
I shall show how each Doctrine is deduced from, and may be observed in the words, as I handle them particularly, and by themselves.
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CHAP. 4. The first Doctrine spoken unto, and proved from the Text and Examples. WHat was Davids case, hath beene others, and may be ours:
CHAP. 4. The First Doctrine spoken unto, and proved from the Text and Examples. WHat was Davids case, hath been Others, and may be ours:
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This therefore is the first Doctrine which I shall speak unto (and indeed be largest in) viz. That
This Therefore is the First Doctrine which I shall speak unto (and indeed be Largest in) viz. That
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Even the choicest Saints, and such as are according to Gods owne heart, are lyable to spirituall dejections, and disquiets. Even the Choicest Saints, and such as Are according to God's own heart, Are liable to spiritual dejections, and disquiets.
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Surely, though this be not simply expressed, yet it is so strongly included, that he that runs may read it.
Surely, though this be not simply expressed, yet it is so strongly included, that he that runs may read it.
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That David was a choice Saint none will deny; and that hee was according to Gods owne heart, God himselfe doth witnesse.
That David was a choice Saint none will deny; and that he was according to God's own heart, God himself does witness.
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Now 'twas hee who here speakes, and sayth, Why art thou cast down O my soule!
Now 'twas he who Here speaks, and say, Why art thou cast down Oh my soul!
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And David was not single: His case was but as others have beene. Job was dejected before him;
And David was not single: His case was but as Others have been. Job was dejected before him;
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his soule was cast downe, (as we say) with a witnesse, when he rent his mantle, and shaved his head,
his soul was cast down, (as we say) with a witness, when he rend his mantle, and shaved his head,
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and fell down upon the ground, (as tis, Job 1.20.) he was much disquieted:and fell down upon the ground, (as this, Job 1.20.) he was much disquieted:
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And as Job went before, so Hezekiah came after David, in soule dejection.
And as Job went before, so Hezekiah Come After David, in soul dejection.
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Surely his soule was cast downe, when hee did chatter as a Crane, and mourne as a Dove: as tis Esay 38.14.
Surely his soul was cast down, when he did chatter as a Crane, and mourn as a Dove: as this Isaiah 38.14.
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I need not tell you of Asaph, or of Heman: Surely you have heard of their dejections, and disquiets.
I need not tell you of Asaph, or of Heman: Surely you have herd of their dejections, and disquiets.
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If you have not heard, you may read their cases, Psal: 77. and Psal: 88. Surely Asaph was much dejected,
If you have not herd, you may read their cases, Psalm: 77. and Psalm: 88. Surely Asaph was much dejected,
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when his spirit was overwhelmed: And I think youle grant Heman was much dejected, if you remember that hee was distracted; Surely he was low, when in the lowest pit, and surely he was very much cast downe when hee cryed, hee was free among the dead.
when his Spirit was overwhelmed: And I think yowl grant Heman was much dejected, if you Remember that he was distracted; Surely he was low, when in the lowest pit, and surely he was very much cast down when he cried, he was free among the dead.
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But why do I speake to you of others, when I may appeale to your selves.
But why do I speak to you of Others, when I may appeal to your selves.
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Saints, have you never been sad? were your hearts never cast downe? have your spirits never been disquieted? what have you always gone upon the Hills? have you never been in the Valleyes? In your way (at least to Syon, did you not passe thorough the Valley of Baca? Though you now have beauty, had you never ashes? Have your garments of praise, made you forget the spirit of heavinesse.
Saints, have you never been sad? were your hearts never cast down? have your spirits never been disquieted? what have you always gone upon the Hills? have you never been in the Valleys? In your Way (At least to Syon, did you not pass through the Valley of Baca? Though you now have beauty, had you never Ashes? Have your garments of praise, made you forget the Spirit of heaviness.
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But why doe I renew griefe by its remembrance? your sighings seale to this truth, that even choice soules may be cast downe.
But why do I renew grief by its remembrance? your sighings seal to this truth, that even choice Souls may be cast down.
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CHAP. 5. The amplification of the Point in some particulars. I Shall handle this point (of spirituall dejections ) something largely;
CHAP. 5. The amplification of the Point in Some particulars. I Shall handle this point (of spiritual dejections) something largely;
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and the order which I shall walke by is this, viz. I shall indeavour to discover: 1 The nature of spirituall dejections, what it is, or what they are.
and the order which I shall walk by is this, viz. I shall endeavour to discover: 1 The nature of spiritual dejections, what it is, or what they Are.
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2 The workings of them, what they are, and how they are. 3 The causes of them, whence they flow, and how they arise.
2 The workings of them, what they Are, and how they Are. 3 The Causes of them, whence they flow, and how they arise.
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The first thing which I shall speake unto is, the nature of soule dejections: Now this, I shall be but breife in.
The First thing which I shall speak unto is, the nature of soul dejections: Now this, I shall be but brief in.
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Spirituall dejection, or soul-casting downe may easily bee guessed at, if you consider either, On the one hand ( viz. the right) That the soule hath some sweet, and spirituall injoyments;
Spiritual dejection, or soul-casting down may Easily be guessed At, if you Consider either, On the one hand (viz. the right) That the soul hath Some sweet, and spiritual enjoyments;
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in the injoyment of which it is much lifted up? Holy joy puts the soule upon the Wing, and causeth as it were a mounting upward.in the enjoyment of which it is much lifted up? Holy joy puts the soul upon the Wing, and Causes as it were a mounting upward.
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David sometimes kept holy day (as tis vers. 4. of this Psalme) in that day hee sang no Psalme, but such as was sweet. Still hee spake with the voice of joy and praise. But now consider againe,David sometime kept holy day (as this vers. 4. of this Psalm) in that day he sang no Psalm, but such as was sweet. Still he spoke with the voice of joy and praise. But now Consider again,
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On the other hand (as I may say, the left ) the soule is sometimes at a losse:
On the other hand (as I may say, the left) the soul is sometime At a loss:
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Sorrow sometimes playes its reakes (as we say) and turns joy out of doores.
Sorrow sometime plays its reaks (as we say) and turns joy out of doors.
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The soule is deprived of wonted injoyments, this now casts it downe.
The soul is deprived of wonted enjoyments, this now Cast it down.
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Sorrow clips the soules wings, it makes the spirit flag and faint, it turns festivalls into mourning; It causeth the soules Spring, to bee as the Autumne; It brings on Winter, and raine too;Sorrow clips the Souls wings, it makes the Spirit flag and faint, it turns festivals into mourning; It Causes the Souls Spring, to be as the Autumn; It brings on Winter, and rain too;
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and affords the singing of no birds, but the Owle, and the Pellican. And quite contrary to what the soule is when divinely elevated, that it is while sadly dejected. So that as joy is the Spring ENDITALICStime, and Summer of the soule, sorrow is the Autumne and Winter. You know what is the nature of Autumne and Winter: Flowers fade, leaves fall, cold nips, trees wither, sap runnes downe, night growes long and dark too, wayes grow dirty, aire chilly, all things looke unlovely. Thus tis with dejected soules;
and affords the singing of no Birds, but the Owl, and the Pelican. And quite contrary to what the soul is when divinely elevated, that it is while sadly dejected. So that as joy is the Spring ENDITALICStime, and Summer of the soul, sorrow is the Autumn and Winter. You know what is the nature of Autumn and Winter: Flowers fade, leaves fallen, cold nips, trees wither, sap runs down, night grows long and dark too, ways grow dirty, air chilly, all things look unlovely. Thus this with dejected Souls;
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their flowers fade, their leaves fall, &c. By this you may guesse at the nature of spirituall dejections. Yet a little more.
their flowers fade, their leaves fallen, etc. By this you may guess At the nature of spiritual dejections. Yet a little more.
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In the Text are two words hinting the nature of spirituall dejections.
In the Text Are two words hinting the nature of spiritual dejections.
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One is casting downe, which (as I noted in the explication) is as much as laying the soule levell: the bending or the bowing down thereof.
One is casting down, which (as I noted in the explication) is as much as laying the soul level: the bending or the bowing down thereof.
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Its the soule set on the dunghill, or lying prostrate on the ground. This is one word.
Its the soul Set on the dunghill, or lying prostrate on the ground. This is one word.
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The other is disquieted: Now that word properly (as I opened it) notes a storme, and tumult. This then holds forth the nature of spirituall dejections, to be the soules storm, and tumult.
The other is disquieted: Now that word properly (as I opened it) notes a storm, and tumult. This then holds forth the nature of spiritual dejections, to be the Souls storm, and tumult.
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The soule cast downe is afflicted and tossed with tempests, and not comforted (as tis Esay 54.11.) O thou afflicted, tossed with tempests, its spoken unto dejected Syon.
The soul cast down is afflicted and tossed with tempests, and not comforted (as this Isaiah 54.11.) O thou afflicted, tossed with tempests, its spoken unto dejected Syon.
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The soul cast down is, as a tumult, things are in it, in a confused, disorderly way.
The soul cast down is, as a tumult, things Are in it, in a confused, disorderly Way.
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As when people in a rout or riot are out of all order, so is the soule when dejected.
As when people in a rout or riot Are out of all order, so is the soul when dejected.
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This shall suffice to hint at the nature of spirituall dejection.
This shall suffice to hint At the nature of spiritual dejection.
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Its (you see in briefe) the soules low posture: Its a David on a dunghill, in a valley:
Its (you see in brief) the Souls low posture: Its a David on a dunghill, in a valley:
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Its the souls throwing it selfe down: Its the soule in a tempest, tossing and tumbling to and fro:
Its the Souls throwing it self down: Its the soul in a tempest, tossing and tumbling to and from:
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or its the soule as in a tumult, quite out of the even, and orderly frame, in which it sometimes was, and alwayes should be.
or its the soul as in a tumult, quite out of the even, and orderly frame, in which it sometime was, and always should be.
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CHAP. 6. Shewing the workings of a soule ▪ cast downe.
CHAP. 6. Showing the workings of a soul ▪ cast down.
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THe nature of spirituall dejection, being seen in the generall, wee shall now take a view of the Workings thereof in particular.
THe nature of spiritual dejection, being seen in the general, we shall now take a view of the Workings thereof in particular.
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Now the working of spirituall dejection, appeares, in 1 Feares and Doubts. 2 Griefe, and Sorrowes.
Now the working of spiritual dejection, appears, in 1 Fears and Doubts. 2 Grief, and Sorrows.
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First, the working of spirituall dejection, appeares in feares and doubts: The soule cast down is full of doubts.
First, the working of spiritual dejection, appears in fears and doubts: The soul cast down is full of doubts.
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One while it doubts this thing, another while that, Now this feare fills it, anon another.
One while it doubts this thing, Another while that, Now this Fear fills it, anon Another.
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For look as the soule lifted up, is full of hope, and assurances, (and carried forth in expectations) so the soule cast down is full of feares, and exceedingly perplexed with doubtings.
For look as the soul lifted up, is full of hope, and assurances, (and carried forth in Expectations) so the soul cast down is full of fears, and exceedingly perplexed with doubtings.
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Oh saith the poor soule, (dejected and disquieted) I fear this, and I doubt this:
O Says the poor soul, (dejected and disquieted) I Fear this, and I doubt this:
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Can you resolve me in this doubt; or helpe mee in this feare, and the like.
Can you resolve me in this doubt; or help me in this Fear, and the like.
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I shall instance in severall feares and doubts, which usually trouble the soule, when, and while its cast down.
I shall instance in several fears and doubts, which usually trouble the soul, when, and while its cast down.
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First, The soule when dejected, it feares the worke of grace: It saith, I feare whether ever God wrought upon mee: at least I doubt it.
First, The soul when dejected, it fears the work of grace: It Says, I Fear whither ever God wrought upon me: At least I doubt it.
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Sure I am (saith the dejected soule) God is a rocke, and his worke is perfect: But alas!
Sure I am (Says the dejected soul) God is a rock, and his work is perfect: But alas!
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there are so many imperfections in my soule, that I question his worke in me: I know God works both to will and to doe: But alas!
there Are so many imperfections in my soul, that I question his work in me: I know God works both to will and to do: But alas!
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though I wil• sometimes, I doe never. I feare God hath not wrought in me; Paul was confident, that where God began a good worke, hee would perfect it.
though I wil• sometime, I do never. I Fear God hath not wrought in me; Paul was confident, that where God began a good work, he would perfect it.
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And this makes me diffident, that he hath not begun at all in mee;
And this makes me diffident, that he hath not begun At all in me;
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I see so many debillities, deceits, decayes, that surely I may say (as he) if the Lord be with me,
I see so many debillities, Deceits, decays, that surely I may say (as he) if the Lord be with me,
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why is all thu• befallen mee, Judg. 6.13. The soule knowes the worke of God is glorious: And sure it is that if he will worke, none shall hinder: why is all thu• befallen me, Judges 6.13. The soul knows the work of God is glorious: And sure it is that if he will work, none shall hinder:
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But Oh (saith it) I finde my soule so in-glorious, and I feele so many hindrances, that I doubt I shal• dishonour God to thinke, sure I am a afftaid to say, he hath wrought upon me. This is one feare.
But O (Says it) I find my soul so inglorious, and I feel so many hindrances, that I doubt I shal• dishonour God to think, sure I am a afftaid to say, he hath wrought upon me. This is one Fear.
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Secondly, The soule cast downe, sometime discovers its fears in other termes, its dejection workes up in other doubtings:
Secondly, The soul cast down, sometime discovers its fears in other terms, its dejection works up in other doubtings:
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As now, whether its grace be true, or counterfeit.
As now, whither its grace be true, or counterfeit.
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Grace that is false, is frequent, but that which is true, is scarce. Common workings are ordinarie, but speciall ones are rare.Grace that is false, is frequent, but that which is true, is scarce. Common workings Are ordinary, but special ones Are rare.
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Counterfeit coyne is in Beggars purses, but true coine is the portion of the rich.
Counterfeit coin is in Beggars purses, but true coin is the portion of the rich.
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I am sure saith the soul (when it is dejected) there is a fained saith, and a false love. Christ eies unfained faith, (and such Tymothies was) but I feare mine is not.
I am sure Says the soul (when it is dejected) there is a feigned Says, and a false love. christ eyes unfeigned faith, (and such Timothies was) but I Fear mine is not.
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The Scripture calls for unfained love (let love be without dissimulation, Rom. 12.9.) and the Apostles love was such: Yea but I doubt mine.
The Scripture calls for unfeigned love (let love be without dissimulation, Rom. 12.9.) and the Apostles love was such: Yea but I doubt mine.
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For my part (saith the poor cast down soule) I question not whether the faith of others in the head [ Christ ] be sound: or whether the love of others to the members (beleevers) be sincere: But I doub: my owne.
For my part (Says the poor cast down soul) I question not whither the faith of Others in the head [ christ ] be found: or whither the love of Others to the members (believers) be sincere: But I doub: my own.
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True (saith the soule) I though once I bad faith in Christ, and love to the brethren;
True (Says the soul) I though once I bade faith in christ, and love to the brothers;
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and that my gold was not counterfeit, &c. But now I feare and doubt all. Then
and that my gold was not counterfeit, etc. But now I Fear and doubt all. Then
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Thirdly, Other soules cast down, have other feares: sure saith one, whatsoever worke is only in the letter, tis death, and not life:
Thirdly, Other Souls cast down, have other fears: sure Says one, whatsoever work is only in the Letter, this death, and not life:
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and for my part, I feare whether mine have been by the spirit.
and for my part, I Fear whither mine have been by the Spirit.
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I doubt (saith the soule under dejections) whether my calling were orely by the voice of man in the bare letter,
I doubt (Says the soul under dejections) whither my calling were orely by the voice of man in the bore Letter,
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or of Christ in the spirit. Tis true, the word came to some, not in word only, but also in power,
or of christ in the Spirit. This true, the word Come to Some, not in word only, but also in power,
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and in the Holy ghost, 1 Thess. 1.5. But alas! I doubt whether it came so to mee.and in the Holy ghost, 1 Thess 1.5. But alas! I doubt whither it Come so to me.
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There are convictions, and comforts, which are but naturall, legall, and false, And I doubt whether mine have not been such.
There Are convictions, and comforts, which Are but natural, Legal, and false, And I doubt whither mine have not been such.
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There are indeed convincings and comfortings, which are Evangelicall and spirituall: Christ saith, the Holie Ghost shall convince of sin, and of righteousnesse:
There Are indeed convincings and comfortings, which Are Evangelical and spiritual: christ Says, the Holy Ghost shall convince of since, and of righteousness:
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but I feare he never did convince me of either: thus workes the disquieted soules of some. Againe
but I Fear he never did convince me of either: thus works the disquieted Souls of Some. Again
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Fourthly, The feares of some in spirituall dejection appeare, about their holy actions (as hearing, praying, repenting, &c.) And about these, the feares of the Soule cast down, workes thus:
Fourthly, The fears of Some in spiritual dejection appear, about their holy actions (as hearing, praying, repenting, etc.) And about these, the fears of the Soul cast down, works thus:
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I doe sometimes pray, (or rather indeavour to pray) I do sometimes mourn for sin, or rather I do some thing like repentance, But alas!
I do sometime pray, (or rather endeavour to pray) I do sometime mourn for since, or rather I do Some thing like Repentance, But alas!
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whence doth this proceed? I doubt the principles whence these acts do arise, are but poore, and low, and carnall. It may be education, profession, ingenuity, morality, or (at best) some common illumination, are the onely things that act me in all.
whence does this proceed? I doubt the principles whence these acts do arise, Are but poor, and low, and carnal. It may be education, profession, ingenuity, morality, or (At best) Some Common illumination, Are the only things that act me in all.
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Peradventure I doe not approve of God according to my knowledge of him: And if so.
Peradventure I do not approve of God according to my knowledge of him: And if so.
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I am no better then the Heathens, Rom. 1.28. It may be (and I feare it) that my observanced the Commandements is no better then the young mans, Mark. 10.19, 20. I doubt my holy (a rather seeming holy) actions, proceed mort from light (that I dare not doe otherwise,) th•• from love, that I delight to doe it.
I am no better then the heathens, Rom. 1.28. It may be (and I Fear it) that my observanced the commandments is no better then the young men, Mark. 10.19, 20. I doubt my holy (a rather seeming holy) actions, proceed Murder from Light (that I Dare not do otherwise,) th•• from love, that I delight to do it.
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To do 〈 ◊ 〉 is one thing, and to doe well is another.
To do 〈 ◊ 〉 is one thing, and to do well is Another.
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I fear what ever my actings bee, that my principles, and aimes are not as they should bee. I Fear what ever my actings be, that my principles, and aims Are not as they should be.
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Some have bad ends, in good workes; others do spirituall actions, from carnall principles: and I fear whether this bee not my case.
some have bad ends, in good works; Others doe spiritual actions, from carnal principles: and I Fear whither this be not my case.
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Thus likewise some soules (when they are cast down) vent themselves. Fiftly, There are some who when cast down, breath forth other feares; as now touching their sincerity.
Thus likewise Some Souls (when they Are cast down) vent themselves. Fifty, There Are Some who when cast down, breath forth other fears; as now touching their sincerity.
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I doubt (saith the dejected soul) whether my heart be sound.
I doubt (Says the dejected soul) whither my heart be found.
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There are many painted Sepulchres, and am not I one of them? there bee many who at best are but seeming Saints, and I feare I am such.
There Are many painted Sepulchres, and am not I one of them? there be many who At best Are but seeming Saints, and I Fear I am such.
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The Prophet saith, The heart is deceitfull above all things, and desperately wicked, and he asketh also, who can know it? Jer. 17.9.
The Prophet Says, The heart is deceitful above all things, and desperately wicked, and he asks also, who can know it? Jer. 17.9.
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For my part I do not know it:
For my part I do not know it:
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Surely, I feare, nay, I finde my heart desperately wicked and deceitfull. I feare I looke one way, (Water-man-like) even while I row another.
Surely, I Fear, nay, I find my heart desperately wicked and deceitful. I Fear I look one Way, (Waterman-like) even while I row Another.
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I fear least I be a child of darknesse transformed into an Angell of light.
I Fear lest I be a child of darkness transformed into an Angel of Light.
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Sometimes I doubt, if Christ should now come to sever the lambes from the Goates, that I should have no more of a sheep then the skinne, and that it being pluckt off, I shall appear as I am, Job said indeed, his heart should not reproach him so long as he lived, Job 27.6.
Sometime I doubt, if christ should now come to sever the Lambs from the Goats, that I should have no more of a sheep then the skin, and that it being plucked off, I shall appear as I am, Job said indeed, his heart should not reproach him so long as he lived, Job 27.6.
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But I am sure, mine flyes in my face every houre. Without doubt I am but as a guilded grave; brave without, bad within.
But I am sure, mine flies in my face every hour. Without doubt I am but as a Guilded grave; brave without, bade within.
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I must speake my heart, I feare I am but an hypocrite.
I must speak my heart, I Fear I am but an hypocrite.
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Sixtly, Others there are dejected and cast downe, whose dejection discovers it selfe in fear, least corruptions get the conquest over them. Oh saith the poore soule!
Sixty, Others there Are dejected and cast down, whose dejection discovers it self in Fear, least corruptions get the conquest over them. O Says the poor soul!
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I find the flesh fighting against the spirit, and I feare the flesh will get the day;
I find the Flesh fighting against the Spirit, and I Fear the Flesh will get the day;
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at lest I doubt the spirit will not. Corruption is strong, and grace is very weake.
At lest I doubt the Spirit will not. Corruption is strong, and grace is very weak.
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I feare I shall one day fall by the hand of sin. I Fear I shall one day fallen by the hand of since.
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If I lye downe, corruption is with me, if I arise, its awake as soon as I:
If I lie down, corruption is with me, if I arise, its awake as soon as I:
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If I be about my calling, or imployments in the world, I perceive corruption dogges me,
If I be about my calling, or employments in the world, I perceive corruption Dogs me,
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and if I goe to duty, it will not let me alone; nay often it is then most busie:
and if I go to duty, it will not let me alone; nay often it is then most busy:
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I feare, I feare, that I shall fall. Certainly I doubt I shall not stand long.
I Fear, I Fear, that I shall fallen. Certainly I doubt I shall not stand long.
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Ah Lord! (cryes the soule dejected) any spake is enough to set mee a fire. Passion is quickly stirred,
Ah Lord! (cries the soul dejected) any spoke is enough to Set me a fire. Passion is quickly stirred,
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and I speak vainly, yea, and vilely too.
and I speak vainly, yea, and vilely too.
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A little thing makes mee waspish, I am borne downe with rash anger presently, Pride too, that appeares upon the least occasion.
A little thing makes me waspish, I am born down with rash anger presently, Pride too, that appears upon the least occasion.
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I can hardly pray with any inlargements, or doe duty with any affections, but presently pride pirkes it selfe up.
I can hardly pray with any enlargements, or do duty with any affections, but presently pride pirkes it self up.
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Lust too, that is ready to discover its life upon the least occasion: I can hardly looke, but I lust.Lust too, that is ready to discover its life upon the least occasion: I can hardly look, but I lust.
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Thus cryes one, thus cryes another, and all agree in this, they fear sin will get the day:
Thus cries one, thus cries Another, and all agree in this, they Fear since will get the day:
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At least they doubt, whether ever their Pigmy-graces (so some speake) shall bee able to get the victory over their Gyant-like-corruptions.
At lest they doubt, whither ever their Pigmy-graces (so Some speak) shall be able to get the victory over their Gyant-like-corruptions.
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Seventhly, Some when they are cast down have greater fears then these: there are dejected soules who cry out:
Seventhly, some when they Are cast down have greater fears then these: there Are dejected Souls who cry out:
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Oh! they feare they never did savingly close with Christ. Oh! they Fear they never did savingly close with christ.
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To close with Christ in the way of the Gospell say they, (and they speak truth,) is a mystery: and alas!
To close with christ in the Way of the Gospel say they, (and they speak truth,) is a mystery: and alas!
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they doubt, whether they have attained it. There is a meer legall closing with Christ: which is built only upon some qualifications in ones selfe;
they doubt, whither they have attained it. There is a mere Legal closing with christ: which is built only upon Some qualifications in ones self;
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and which carryes not the soule beyond the Covenant of workes: and some soules under dejection feare theirs is such.
and which carries not the soul beyond the Covenant of works: and Some Souls under dejection Fear theirs is such.
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Woe is mee (saith the soule) if my closing with Christ bee not aright (and I doubt it is not.
Woe is me (Says the soul) if my closing with christ be not aright (and I doubt it is not.
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) Some soules at the last shall come, and speake to him, as if they had closed aright with him, ) some Souls At the last shall come, and speak to him, as if they had closed aright with him,
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and as if they had in truth an interest in him:
and as if they had in truth an Interest in him:
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and yet he will say hee knowes them not. Now I feare, I feare least I am such a soule,
and yet he will say he knows them not. Now I Fear, I Fear lest I am such a soul,
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and least he will speake to me so.
and lest he will speak to me so.
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Its damnable to be deceived in this (saith the soule) and I doubt it.
Its damnable to be deceived in this (Says the soul) and I doubt it.
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Thus the wave of feare in the storm of dejection, mounts thus high in some soules.
Thus the wave of Fear in the storm of dejection, mounts thus high in Some Souls.
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Eightly, There are some who it may be will say, they doe not doubt much their closing with Christ,
Eighth, There Are Some who it may be will say, they do not doubt much their closing with christ,
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but they doubt their keeping close. I feare (saith some soule cast downe) that I shall deny Christ, There have been many Apostates, and I doubt I shal make the number one more.
but they doubt their keeping close. I Fear (Says Some soul cast down) that I shall deny christ, There have been many Apostates, and I doubt I shall make the number one more.
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Peter denyed Christ in part, and for a time, and I feare I shall doe it altogether. I thinke I should sinne in deniall of, before I should suffer unto death for Christ.Peter denied christ in part, and for a time, and I Fear I shall do it altogether. I think I should sin in denial of, before I should suffer unto death for christ.
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I feare I am nearer allyed, and shall be more like to Demas then to Paul. Its true, there are some, who if they had a thousand lives, could give them all for Christ;
I Fear I am nearer allied, and shall be more like to Demas then to Paul. Its true, there Are Some, who if they had a thousand lives, could give them all for christ;
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But I feare I should not willingly give one. Christ saith, if wee deny him, he will deny us:
But I Fear I should not willingly give one. christ Says, if we deny him, he will deny us:
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And sure he knowes what I would doe if called to it, (I feare I should deny him) and therefore that he'le do so by me.
And sure he knows what I would do if called to it, (I Fear I should deny him) and Therefore that he'll do so by me.
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In these and the like feares doe the workings of spirituall dejection appeare.
In these and the like fears do the workings of spiritual dejection appear.
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The soul when elevated, is not freer from, then when dejected, it full of, feares and doubts. The soul when elevated, is not freer from, then when dejected, it full of, fears and doubts.
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CHAP. 7. An addition of some other feares which appeare as the workings of spirituall dejection in some soules.
CHAP. 7. an addition of Some other fears which appear as the workings of spiritual dejection in Some Souls.
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IT being my purpose to treate of spiritual dejections at large, and also to satisfie the soule in those doubts and fears, which discover themselves in the soul,
IT being my purpose to Treat of spiritual dejections At large, and also to satisfy the soul in those doubts and fears, which discover themselves in the soul,
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when and while its cast down: I shall adde some other feares unto the former. Aswhen and while its cast down: I shall add Some other fears unto the former. As
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First, Some there be who (being dejected and cast downe) are much disquieted with fears and doubts about Prayer.
First, some there be who (being dejected and cast down) Are much disquieted with fears and doubts about Prayer.
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As now, whether ever they prayed in all their lives. And if they did, whether ever God did heare or regard any of their prayers.
As now, whither ever they prayed in all their lives. And if they did, whither ever God did hear or regard any of their Prayers.
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Oh! saith some souls who are cast downe: Prayer is a choice imployment, a precious priviledge, but alas!
Oh! Says Some Souls who Are cast down: Prayer is a choice employment, a precious privilege, but alas!
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we never injoyed it, something wee have done, sometime like prayer; but we doubt whether it were prayer, For
we never enjoyed it, something we have done, sometime like prayer; but we doubt whither it were prayer, For
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We feare our own hearts and spirits were never in it: We Fear our own hearts and spirits were never in it:
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Prayer only in the lip is without life: and prayer if it be no more then words, is of no worth: God regards the prayer which comes from the spirit, and heart:
Prayer only in the lip is without life: and prayer if it be no more then words, is of no worth: God regards the prayer which comes from the Spirit, and heart:
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But we doubt, though wee have sometimes drawn neare him with our lips, our hearts have been far from him.
But we doubt, though we have sometime drawn near him with our lips, our hearts have been Far from him.
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Our prayers have been rather the fruit of our heads, and babbling of our lips, then the breath of our hearts and panting of our spirits.
Our Prayers have been rather the fruit of our Heads, and babbling of our lips, then the breath of our hearts and panting of our spirits.
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And yet (say some soules) Suppose our spirits were in prayer: We feare Gods spirit was not.
And yet (say Some Souls) Suppose our spirits were in prayer: We Fear God's Spirit was not.
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The father seeketh such to worship him, as do it in the spirit: and the Apostle calls for praying in the Holy Ghost.
The father seeks such to worship him, as do it in the Spirit: and the Apostle calls for praying in the Holy Ghost.
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Now though our own spirit was in our prayers, we feare Christs spirit was not.
Now though our own Spirit was in our Prayers, we Fear Christ Spirit was not.
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It may be wee have prayed in the gifts of the spirit: But what are they without the spirit himselfe? Againe (say the same dejected soules) although wee should thinke,
It may be we have prayed in the Gifts of the Spirit: But what Are they without the Spirit himself? Again (say the same dejected Souls) although we should think,
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and hope, that we have prayed both in the sincerity of our own spirit, and in the strength of Christs spirit: yet we feare whether ever God hath regarded.
and hope, that we have prayed both in the sincerity of our own Spirit, and in the strength of Christ Spirit: yet we Fear whither ever God hath regarded.
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Surely, he hath been alway angry with (for as yet he never answered any of) our prayers. And to call and not bee heard:
Surely, he hath been always angry with (for as yet he never answered any of) our Prayers. And to call and not be herd:
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to pray and not be answered, is a threatned judgement. This, oh this!
to pray and not be answered, is a threatened judgement. This, o this!
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is our feare, that we are those at whose calamitie God will laugh, as it is, Pro. 1.26.
is our Fear, that we Are those At whose calamity God will laugh, as it is, Pro 1.26.
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Secondly, There are others who in their dejection vent other feares.
Secondly, There Are Others who in their dejection vent other fears.
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As now, about the word: whether ever it came to them as the word of God:
As now, about the word: whither ever it Come to them as the word of God:
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and as good seed upon good ground. Alas! cryeth one poore dejected soule:and as good seed upon good ground. Alas! Cries one poor dejected soul:
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I have heard the word often preached, but I fear to no purpose, for I thinke I never heard God in it. It was the praise of the Thessalonians, that they heard the word;
I have herd the word often preached, but I Fear to no purpose, for I think I never herd God in it. It was the praise of the Thessalonians, that they herd the word;
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not as the word of men, but as the word of God. not as the word of men, but as the word of God.
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But its my shame and sorrow, I have rather heard men, then God. I read (saith the soule) the Parable of the Sower, and I remember there was but one good ground, which received the seed aright;
But its my shame and sorrow, I have rather herd men, then God. I read (Says the soul) the Parable of the Sour, and I Remember there was but one good ground, which received the seed aright;
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and I fear I am none of that, I doubt I am the high-way-ground, or the stony, or the thorny, but sure I am not the good ground, i. e.
and I Fear I am none of that, I doubt I am the high-way-ground, or the stony, or the thorny, but sure I am not the good ground, i. e.
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one who with an honest and good heart, having heard the word, doth keep it: for sure I bring not forth the fruit with patience.
one who with an honest and good heart, having herd the word, does keep it: for sure I bring not forth the fruit with patience.
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Thus the fears of some dejected soules work about the word. But
Thus the fears of Some dejected Souls work about the word. But
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Thirdly, Other dejected souls breathe forth feares about the Promises: As whether they have right to them,
Thirdly, Other dejected Souls breathe forth fears about the Promises: As whither they have right to them,
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or did ever in the spirit close with them. Oh say some soules!or did ever in the Spirit close with them. O say Some Souls!
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the Promises are indeede exceeding great and precious: But are they ours? wee doubt it, my soule doubts (saith one) when I reade the Promises, I doe rather read the riches of others then my owne. Alas!
the Promises Are indeed exceeding great and precious: But Are they ours? we doubt it, my soul doubts (Says one) when I read the Promises, I do rather read the riches of Others then my own. Alas!
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I feare, they are none of mine, and I dare not (indeed cannot) close with them.
I Fear, they Are none of mine, and I Dare not (indeed cannot) close with them.
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Sometimes I have climbed the outside of the Promise, I have read the letter; but alas!
Sometime I have climbed the outside of the Promise, I have read the Letter; but alas!
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I never was in the inside, in the spirit of a Promise.
I never was in the inside, in the Spirit of a Promise.
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Its likely many hung upon Noahs Arke without: But none were saved but those within. And I feare I was never within the Arke of any Promise.
Its likely many hung upon Noahs Ark without: But none were saved but those within. And I Fear I was never within the Ark of any Promise.
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Fourthly, Some soules when cast downe, feare their very abstinence from sinne.
Fourthly, some Souls when cast down, Fear their very abstinence from sin.
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As now, whether they did or doe abstaine from sinne, in a slavish way, for feare;
As now, whither they did or do abstain from sin, in a slavish Way, for Fear;
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or in a Sonne-like way, for love. or in a Sonlike Way, for love.
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I feare (saith the soule) I have, and I do abstaine from sin, rather from rationall then from pious principles. I doubt, I dread the coale of corruption rather for the fire of it, which will burne mee, then the filib of it, which will blacke mee. I doubt its the cudgell of wrath that drives me backe, rather then the coard of love which keepes mee in, from sinne.
I Fear (Says the soul) I have, and I do abstain from since, rather from rational then from pious principles. I doubt, I dread the coal of corruption rather for the fire of it, which will burn me, then the filib of it, which will black me. I doubt its the cudgel of wrath that drives me back, rather then the coard of love which keeps me in, from sin.
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Good soules abstaine from sin from heavenly principles as love of God, desire of holinesse, and I feare my principles are hellish, as feare of damnation; and,
Good Souls abstain from since from heavenly principles as love of God, desire of holiness, and I Fear my principles Are hellish, as Fear of damnation; and,
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or at best, but earthly, as shame of men, and the like.
or At best, but earthly, as shame of men, and the like.
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Fiftly, Some soules when cast down cry out, Oh the sinne against the Holy Ghost. I feare (saith a dejected soul) I have sinned unto death. I have sinned against such strong light,
Fifty, some Souls when cast down cry out, O the sin against the Holy Ghost. I Fear (Says a dejected soul) I have sinned unto death. I have sinned against such strong Light,
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and such sweet love, that I feare my sinne is now the unpardonable sinne, which shall not, cannot bee forgiven. I may well bee cast downe,
and such sweet love, that I Fear my sin is now the unpardonable sin, which shall not, cannot be forgiven. I may well be cast down,
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if that bee my case which was Judas his: and I feare it is.
if that be my case which was Judas his: and I Fear it is.
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Christ saith, all sinne and blasphemy shall bee forgiven, but that which is against the Holy Ghost. Alas here is my fear!
christ Says, all sin and blasphemy shall be forgiven, but that which is against the Holy Ghost. Alas Here is my Fear!
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that I am guilty of that sin.
that I am guilty of that since.
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Sixtly, The feares of some when cast downe, doe not worke thus high, yet they vent themselves thus:
Sixty, The fears of Some when cast down, do not work thus high, yet they vent themselves thus:
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Oh we feare we shall fall away. O we Fear we shall fallen away.
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Angells fell, Adam fell, others fall, and are we surer then they? Surely we are not so strong, and therefore not so sure.
Angels fell, Adam fell, Others fallen, and Are we Surer then they? Surely we Are not so strong, and Therefore not so sure.
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Many have gone beyond me in the spirit, and yet (saith the soule) have ended in the flesh: and I feare I shall doe so too.
Many have gone beyond me in the Spirit, and yet (Says the soul) have ended in the Flesh: and I Fear I shall do so too.
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I goe but softly, I fall often, I looke backe many times; and I doubt, I shall never persevere unto the death:I go but softly, I fallen often, I look back many times; and I doubt, I shall never persevere unto the death:
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what is it to begin well, and end ill? what is it to have Ephraims righteousnesse? A morning dew. Alas!
what is it to begin well, and end ill? what is it to have Ephraim's righteousness? A morning due. Alas!
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mine is no better (if so good.) This is my case; and I may well be cast downe, for I fear I shall fall.
mine is no better (if so good.) This is my case; and I may well be cast down, for I Fear I shall fallen.
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The promise of the Crown is to perseverance. Hee that is faithfull to the death, shall have the crowne of life:
The promise of the Crown is to perseverance. He that is faithful to the death, shall have the crown of life:
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But I feare, I doubt, I shall not hold out neare unto death, for my heart misgives me,
But I Fear, I doubt, I shall not hold out near unto death, for my heart misgives me,
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and I feare I shall fall away ere long, and loose all at last.
and I Fear I shall fallen away ere long, and lose all At last.
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CHAP. 8. The other branch of the workings of spirituall dejections, which is greife and sorrow.
CHAP. 8. The other branch of the workings of spiritual dejections, which is grief and sorrow.
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HAving now gone over sundry doubts, and feares, which are the workings of spirituall dejections:
HAving now gone over sundry doubts, and fears, which Are the workings of spiritual dejections:
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I shall touch in a word only upon the other branch, viz. That of greife and sorrow. For
I shall touch in a word only upon the other branch, viz. That of grief and sorrow. For
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As the soule when its cast downe, is full of feare, so likewise its full of griefe. Disquieted David vents himselfe, not onely in feares, but in sorrowes.
As the soul when its cast down, is full of Fear, so likewise its full of grief. Disquieted David vents himself, not only in fears, but in sorrows.
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His teares were his meat day and night, as it is, vers.. 3. He went in mourning, ver. 9. Sighs, complaints, expostulations:His tears were his meat day and night, as it is, vers.. 3. He went in mourning, ver. 9. Sighs, complaints, expostulations:
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those also are the workings of spirituall dejection. Ah Lord!
those also Are the workings of spiritual dejection. Ah Lord!
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what palenesse of face? what wringing of the hands? what watering of the cheeks, doth dejection produce? what beating of the breast with the Publican? what weeping and crying with Rachell? what questioning and crying with Mary, doth casting down, cause?
what paleness of face? what wringing of the hands? what watering of the cheeks, does dejection produce? what beating of the breast with the Publican? what weeping and crying with Rachel? what questioning and crying with Marry, does casting down, cause?
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There are two appearances of these kind of workings. 1 Within, The soule tosseth it selfe up and downe:
There Are two appearances of these kind of workings. 1 Within, The soul tosses it self up and down:
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the heart rowles and beates, as if it would breake its passage through the body.
the heart rolls and beats, as if it would break its passage through the body.
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How doth the soule talke with its selfe, and aggravate its griefe? How is the heart smitten, and withered as grasse, as tis, Psal. 102.4.
How does the soul talk with its self, and aggravate its grief? How is the heart smitten, and withered as grass, as this, Psalm 102.4.
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The bowells boile and rest not, as tis Job 30.26. 2 Without, The lips quiver, as tis Hab. 3.16. The eyes run down all the night, as Lam. 1. the voice, that speakes faintly:
The bowels boil and rest not, as this Job 30.26. 2 Without, The lips quiver, as this Hab. 3.16. The eyes run down all the night, as Lam. 1. the voice, that speaks faintly:
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And is there any sorrow as mine? was ever soule as I am? Did you ever meet with any in my case?
And is there any sorrow as mine? was ever soul as I am? Did you ever meet with any in my case?
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Thus griefe vents it selfe, and thus doth the disquieted soule (as it thinkes) ease it selfe.
Thus grief vents it self, and thus does the disquieted soul (as it thinks) ease it self.
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But I neede not go about to paint these sorrowes:
But I need not go about to paint these sorrows:
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some soules are able too well (it may be) to tell what these workings of dejection are.
Some Souls Are able too well (it may be) to tell what these workings of dejection Are.
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Let this suffice for that second head, viz. the workings of spirituall dejection.
Let this suffice for that second head, viz. the workings of spiritual dejection.
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CHAP. 9. The causes of spirituall casting downe.
CHAP. 9. The Causes of spiritual casting down.
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HAving seen both the nature, and the workings of spirituall dejection, I shall now come to inquire after the causes.
HAving seen both the nature, and the workings of spiritual dejection, I shall now come to inquire After the Causes.
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Its cleare enough, that even holy and precious soules may bee, and sometimes are cast downe, and disquieted:
Its clear enough, that even holy and precious Souls may be, and sometime Are cast down, and disquieted:
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and if you now would know whence it comes to passe, I conceive the reasons may be such as these. 1 Remainders of corruption. 2 Falls into sin. 3 Ignorance of the Covenant of grace.
and if you now would know whence it comes to pass, I conceive the Reasons may be such as these. 1 Remainders of corruption. 2 Falls into since. 3 Ignorance of the Covenant of grace.
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4 Spirituall indisposition to duties. 5 Want of former incomes. 6 Insulting of Satan, and enemies.
4 Spiritual indisposition to duties. 5 Want of former incomes. 6 Insulting of Satan, and enemies.
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7 Some corporall affliction. 8 Appearance of Divine wrath.
7 some corporal affliction. 8 Appearance of Divine wrath.
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These I finde to bee the maine (though sometimes there are other) causes why the soul is cast downe.
These I find to be the main (though sometime there Are other) Causes why the soul is cast down.
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1 Remainders of corruption. Sin gave the soule its first fall:
1 Remainders of corruption. since gave the soul its First fallen:
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'Twas that which first cast down Adam; and tis that which still disquiets the children of Abraham. Its true, grace is the souls recovery from sin;
'Twas that which First cast down Adam; and this that which still disquiets the children of Abraham. Its true, grace is the Souls recovery from since;
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whom God converts, he doth cure:
whom God converts, he does cure:
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But yet corruption being never totally in this life mortified, the remainders thereof trouble the soule (even of a Saint) many times.
But yet corruption being never totally in this life mortified, the remainders thereof trouble the soul (even of a Saint) many times.
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The remainders of corruptions are like unto the remainders of some peccant humours, which (even after a sure recovery) do sometimes groan, and cause aguish shiverings.
The remainders of corruptions Are like unto the remainders of Some peccant humours, which (even After a sure recovery) do sometime groan, and cause aguish shiverings.
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2 Falls into sinne: Every new act of sinne, is a tripping up of the soules heels.
2 Falls into sin: Every new act of sin, is a tripping up of the Souls heels.
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When David fell into sin, he was cast downe. Beleivers are lyable to falling into sin, and this makes them lyable to failing in soule. Its no wonder to see a soule disquieted in point of comfort,
When David fell into since, he was cast down. Believers Are liable to falling into since, and this makes them liable to failing in soul. Its no wonder to see a soul disquieted in point of Comfort,
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if it have been defiled in practise of corruption.
if it have been defiled in practice of corruption.
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Its no marvell if Israel fall before the men of Ai, if Achan be in the Campe.
Its no marvel if Israel fallen before the men of Ai, if achan be in the Camp.
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A sinning Jonah will soon make a storming Sea. And if the soule have sinned, no wonder if it be in a tempest. But
A sinning Jonah will soon make a storming Sea. And if the soul have sinned, no wonder if it be in a tempest. But
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3 Ignorance of the Covenant of grace. Indeed it is by grace that we stand; and if we be ignorant of that, we shall soone be cast down.
3 Ignorance of the Covenant of grace. Indeed it is by grace that we stand; and if we be ignorant of that, we shall soon be cast down.
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I am perswaded that this is the greatest (I had almost said the only) reason why soules are at any time Cast downe;
I am persuaded that this is the greatest (I had almost said the only) reason why Souls Are At any time Cast down;
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viz. they know not the Covenant of grace, at least they are ignorant of it. In 1 Its fullnesse. 2 Its freenesse. 3 Its firmnesse. viz. they know not the Covenant of grace, At lest they Are ignorant of it. In 1 Its fullness. 2 Its freeness. 3 Its firmness.
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1 They are ignorant of it in its fullnesse. What could disquiet the soule, if it knew the Covenant of grace extended it selfe unto every sin in its pardon, and to every grace in its supply, The soul is apt to limit the holy one of Israel.
1 They Are ignorant of it in its fullness. What could disquiet the soul, if it knew the Covenant of grace extended it self unto every since in its pardon, and to every grace in its supply, The soul is apt to limit the holy one of Israel.
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Its apt to think there are some sins unto which the Covenant doth not extend.
Its apt to think there Are Some Sins unto which the Covenant does not extend.
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It beleives it may be, the Covenant of grace reacheth to the pardon of many sins;
It believes it may be, the Covenant of grace reaches to the pardon of many Sins;
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but questions whether it reach to all. If it did not question that, why is it cast downe so, that it doubts the pardon of some sins? Or
but questions whither it reach to all. If it did not question that, why is it cast down so, that it doubts the pardon of Some Sins? Or
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Secondly, They are ignorant of its freenesse. How would the soul live above disquiets, and dejections,
Secondly, They Are ignorant of its freeness. How would the soul live above disquiets, and dejections,
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if it did but know and beleive the Covenant were free, wholly free, constantly free, every way,
if it did but know and believe the Covenant were free, wholly free, constantly free, every Way,
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and in every part of it free? Its our misery, we are apt to mixe works with grace;and in every part of it free? Its our misery, we Are apt to mix works with grace;
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and to cloud the Covenant with Conditions.
and to cloud the Covenant with Conditions.
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Whereas we are to know, that the Covenant is onely grace, the nature of which is to bar out workes.
Whereas we Are to know, that the Covenant is only grace, the nature of which is to bar out works.
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For if by grace, then it is no more of workes. OTHERWISE GRACE IS NO MORE GRACE;
For if by grace, then it is no more of works. OTHERWISE GRACE IS NO MORE GRACE;
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and if it be of workes, then is it no more of grace, OTHERWISE WORKES IS NO MORE WORKES:and if it be of works, then is it no more of grace, OTHERWISE WORKS IS NO MORE WORKS:
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as it is in that golden place. Rom. 11.6. The soule when cast down saith, it wants this condition, and it wants that qualification: But alas!
as it is in that golden place. Rom. 11.6. The soul when cast down Says, it Wants this condition, and it Wants that qualification: But alas!
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it knowes not, that the Covenant gives all, and requires none.
it knows not, that the Covenant gives all, and requires none.
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Its free, infinitely free, and did the soule know this, it would be raised, but its the ignorance of this that casts it down. And besides,
Its free, infinitely free, and did the soul know this, it would be raised, but its the ignorance of this that Cast it down. And beside,
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3 Soules know not the firmenesse of the Covenant of grace: they are apt to thinke it mutable.
3 Souls know not the firmness of the Covenant of grace: they Are apt to think it mutable.
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Did the soule but know, that Gods foundation standeth firme, and is still the same, surely it could not easily be dejected. Why consider, ye dejected hearts! Gods Covenant is not changeable.
Did the soul but know, that God's Foundation Stands firm, and is still the same, surely it could not Easily be dejected. Why Consider, you dejected hearts! God's Covenant is not changeable.
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Though you faile on your part, yet he'le be faithfull on his.
Though you fail on your part, yet he'll be faithful on his.
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God will not cast off Israel for all that they had done, as tis Jer. 31.37. His Covenant was as firme as heaven, though their carriage had been as foule as bell. The Covenant of grace is the Covenant of an unalterable, and unaltering God:
God will not cast off Israel for all that they had done, as this Jer. 31.37. His Covenant was as firm as heaven, though their carriage had been as foul as bell. The Covenant of grace is the Covenant of an unalterable, and unaltering God:
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God knew what ficklenesse was in the soul ere he entred into Covenant.
God knew what fickleness was in the soul ere he entered into Covenant.
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I knew (saith the Lord) and Oh! mark it, mind it soules) that thou wouldest deale very treacherously: as tis Esa. 48.8. Gods bow is still in the cloud;I knew (Says the Lord) and Oh! mark it, mind it Souls) that thou Wouldst deal very treacherously: as this Isaiah 48.8. God's bow is still in the cloud;
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though the imaginations of the heart of man is evill.
though the Imaginations of the heart of man is evil.
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Dejected soules measure God by themselves, but they know not his thoughts are above theirs, They know not the firmenesse of his Covenant,
Dejected Souls measure God by themselves, but they know not his thoughts Are above theirs, They know not the firmness of his Covenant,
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therefore it is that they are so often cast down.
Therefore it is that they Are so often cast down.
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Thus the ignorance of the Covenant of grace, is a prime and principall cause of soul dejection. Then
Thus the ignorance of the Covenant of grace, is a prime and principal cause of soul dejection. Then
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4 Another cause of dejection is, spirituall indisposition unto duties. The soul is (it may be) as Sampson was, it riseth and findeth its strength gone.
4 another cause of dejection is, spiritual indisposition unto duties. The soul is (it may be) as Sampson was, it Riseth and finds its strength gone.
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The soul peradventure could saile as with a full gale in duty heretofore, but now (alas) it can hardly (as they say) sterne the tide, i.e. keep up against indisposition.
The soul Peradventure could sail as with a full gale in duty heretofore, but now (alas) it can hardly (as they say) stern the tide, i.e. keep up against indisposition.
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The living waters, which were wont to flow out of the soule in power, and fullnesse, are, it may be stopped;
The living waters, which were wont to flow out of the soul in power, and fullness, Are, it may be stopped;
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the soule findes not that alacrity and ▪ freenesse, that it was wont to finde. Time was, it could more God-ward, and Christ-ward upon the least breathing: But alas!
the soul finds not that alacrity and ▪ freeness, that it was wont to find. Time was, it could more Godward, and Christward upon the least breathing: But alas!
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Now the spirit breaths, and blows strongly, and the soul is sluggish.
Now the Spirit breathes, and blows strongly, and the soul is sluggish.
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It riseth to go it may be, but with that unwilling, willingnesse, and it strives to act,
It Riseth to go it may be, but with that unwilling, willingness, and it strives to act,
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but with that dead livelinesse, that surely it thinkes all its strength is gone, and that it is but in vain to doe any thing, &c. and this casts it downe. Or
but with that dead liveliness, that surely it thinks all its strength is gone, and that it is but in vain to do any thing, etc. and this Cast it down. Or
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5 Want of former incomes in duties do deject some. Alas cry dejected souls! we doe as much as ever, but we want much of our incomes.
5 Want of former incomes in duties do deject Some. Alas cry dejected Souls! we do as much as ever, but we want much of our incomes.
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Time was, I could hardly lisp but God heard; and now I pray often, and no returne at all. Job he cryes out:
Time was, I could hardly lisp but God herd; and now I pray often, and no return At all. Job he cries out:
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Oh that it were as in the months passed: as in the dayes when God preserved me: O that it were as in the months passed: as in the days when God preserved me:
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when his candle shined upon my head;
when his candle shined upon my head;
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and when by his light I walked through darkenesse, Job: 29.2, 3. Oh saith the soule!and when by his Light I walked through darkness, Job: 29.2, 3. O Says the soul!
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I pray, read, hear, meditate, confer, communicate, &c. as much, if not more then formerly; and yet I injoy lesse.
I pray, read, hear, meditate, confer, communicate, etc. as much, if not more then formerly; and yet I enjoy less.
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What shall, or can I say to this? what, to sow much, and reape but little:
What shall, or can I say to this? what, to sow much, and reap but little:
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To eate, and not to eate enough; to drinke, and not to be filled; to earne wages,
To eat, and not to eat enough; to drink, and not to be filled; to earn wages,
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and not to put it into the bag, (so the soule alludes unto that Hag. 1.6.) is not this strange? Sure I may well be disquieted, who fish all night and catch nothing, who act much,
and not to put it into the bag, (so the soul alludes unto that Hag. 1.6.) is not this strange? Sure I may well be disquieted, who Fish all night and catch nothing, who act much,
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and have but little, or no income. Time was, when the spirit blew, and my spices flowed.
and have but little, or no income. Time was, when the Spirit blew, and my spices flowed.
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Time was, when the King sat at his table, and my spiknard smelt:
Time was, when the King sat At his table, and my spiknard smelled:
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Time was, when the father ▪ smiled, the son imbraced, and the spirit warmed in every duty, in every Ordinance. But now; oh now!
Time was, when the father ▪ smiled, the son embraced, and the Spirit warmed in every duty, in every Ordinance. But now; o now!
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I want these injoyed incomes, and may I not well bee disquieted, and cast downe?
I want these enjoyed incomes, and may I not well be disquieted, and cast down?
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6 The insultation of Satan and Enemies, Sometimes causeth castings downe.
6 The insultation of Satan and Enemies, Sometime Causes castings down.
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Satan is impudent, and he doth sometimes insult: if hee perceive the soule a little more then ordinary sad, he takes advantage presently to say, Where is now your God? David was much disquieted,
Satan is impudent, and he does sometime insult: if he perceive the soul a little more then ordinary sad, he Takes advantage presently to say, Where is now your God? David was much disquieted,
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and went in mourning, because of the oppression of the enemy, Psal. 42.9. I am apt to thinke, Satan may at lest be included in that word, the Enemy, For he is, NONLATINALPHABET i. e. the enemy in an especial manner, Ah Lord saith the poor soul!
and went in mourning, Because of the oppression of the enemy, Psalm 42.9. I am apt to think, Satan may At lest be included in that word, the Enemy, For he is, i. e. the enemy in an especial manner, Ah Lord Says the poor soul!
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the lamb may well tremble, when the lyon doth triumph. Satan triumphs very terribly; He calls all my hopes into question;
the lamb may well tremble, when the Lion does triumph. Satan Triumphos very terribly; He calls all my hope's into question;
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he askes me where is my God? my Christ? my Comforter? He bids mee shew him my Promises, and hee demands what is become of my confidence. And may I not be cast downe justly, over whom Satan thus insults? And besides,
he asks me where is my God? my christ? my Comforter? He bids me show him my Promises, and he demands what is become of my confidence. And may I not be cast down justly, over whom Satan thus insults? And beside,
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as Satan insults sometimes, so his children, wicked men, insult often.
as Satan insults sometime, so his children, wicked men, insult often.
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And as if their tongues were set on fire with hell, they speake as their father doth. And as if their tongues were Set on fire with hell, they speak as their father does.
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They say daily unto me where is thy God, ver. 9. Now this is a killing to us say some soules.They say daily unto me where is thy God, ver. 9. Now this is a killing to us say Some Souls.
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And truly if the Lord bee with us, why then is all this befallen us? (as hee said when they were under the oppression of the Midianites, Judg. 6.13.) Thus while Satan,
And truly if the Lord be with us, why then is all this befallen us? (as he said when they were under the oppression of the midianites, Judges 6.13.) Thus while Satan,
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and wicked men are so impudent, as to insult; some soules are so weake as to bee cast downe.
and wicked men Are so impudent, as to insult; Some Souls Are so weak as to be cast down.
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7 Even corporall affliction is sometimes a cause of spirituall casting downe.
7 Even corporal affliction is sometime a cause of spiritual casting down.
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A sick-body many times causeth a sad soule. Hezekiah was sicke, and that made him sadde: the tidings of corporall death, begat spirituall disquiet.A sick-body many times Causes a sad soul. Hezekiah was sick, and that made him sad: the tidings of corporal death, begat spiritual disquiet.
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That tragicall relation of Hezekiahs casting downe:
That tragical Relation of Hezekiah's casting down:
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is titled thus, the writing of Hezekiah King of Judah when he had been sicke, Esay 38.9. Indeede it falls out so;
is titled thus, the writing of Hezekiah King of Judah when he had been sick, Isaiah 38.9. Indeed it falls out so;
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that the soule (following the temperament of the body) is much disquieted, when the body is afflicted.
that the soul (following the temperament of the body) is much disquieted, when the body is afflicted.
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Many souls chearfull enough when in health, are over sad when sicke.
Many Souls cheerful enough when in health, Are over sad when sick.
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If God afflict the body, we are apt upon that our selves, to cast downe the soule.
If God afflict the body, we Are apt upon that our selves, to cast down the soul.
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Its needlesse in this to expatiate, experience too too frequent shewes this, that externall affliction, is oft the principal,
Its needless in this to expatiate, experience too too frequent shows this, that external affliction, is oft the principal,
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and first cause of internall dejection.
and First cause of internal dejection.
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8 Adde to all these in the last place this, viz. sence of Divine wrath. This indeed of all the other is the greatest,
8 Add to all these in the last place this, viz. sense of Divine wrath. This indeed of all the other is the greatest,
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and most grounded cause of spirituall dejection. A little wrath will make the soule to stoope.
and most grounded cause of spiritual dejection. A little wrath will make the soul to stoop.
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If God in anger do but touch the hills they tremble.
If God in anger do but touch the hills they tremble.
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His fury is poured out like fire (faith the Prophet) and the rockes are thrown down by him, as it is, Nahum 1.6.
His fury is poured out like fire (faith the Prophet) and the Rocks Are thrown down by him, as it is, Nahum 1.6.
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Surely (say some soules) we cannot dwell with everlasting burnings; and such are all appearances of divine wrath.
Surely (say Some Souls) we cannot dwell with everlasting burnings; and such Are all appearances of divine wrath.
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Well might Job (upon this ground say) is my strenght, the strength of stones, as tis chap. 6.12. Alas!
Well might Job (upon this ground say) is my strength, the strength of stones, as this chap. 6.12. Alas!
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if his strength had been the strength of rockes, and mountaines;
if his strength had been the strength of Rocks, and Mountains;
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it must needs faile, when the arrowes of the Almighty were within him, as tis there vers. 4. It was this which cast down David here deeply; for so he crys (as out of the depth) vers. 7. Deep calleth unto deep at the noice of thy water-spouts;
it must needs fail, when the arrows of the Almighty were within him, as this there vers. 4. It was this which cast down David Here deeply; for so he cries (as out of the depth) vers. 7. Deep calls unto deep At the noise of thy waterspouts;
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all thy waves and thy billowes are gone over me. all thy waves and thy billows Are gone over me.
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I shall have occasion (peradventure) more then once in this Treatise, to touch on this,
I shall have occasion (Peradventure) more then once in this Treatise, to touch on this,
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therefore I shall say no more here, but only this, that nothing hath in it more force to cast downe,
Therefore I shall say no more Here, but only this, that nothing hath in it more force to cast down,
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even the stoutest soules, then the sence of Divine wrath.
even the Stoutest Souls, then the sense of Divine wrath.
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CHAP. 10. Some Ʋses of the Doctrine, by way of Application.
CHAP. 10. some Ʋses of the Doctrine, by Way of Application.
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YOu have seen now the nature of spiritual dejection, together with the diverse workings and causes thereof.
YOu have seen now the nature of spiritual dejection, together with the diverse workings and Causes thereof.
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It stands us upon to mind these things and to improve them:
It Stands us upon to mind these things and to improve them:
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Christians you see you have cause enough to be cast down, and even the choisest Saints, are sometimes for those causes really cast downe, and dejected.
Christians you see you have cause enough to be cast down, and even the Choicest Saints, Are sometime for those Causes really cast down, and dejected.
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There bee but three words of Application which I shall touch on, in this Section and conclude it.
There be but three words of Application which I shall touch on, in this Section and conclude it.
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First, Let this informe us of our imperfect state while we are in the flesh. Our highest injoyments are not so sure, as to deliver us from feare of falling.
First, Let this inform us of our imperfect state while we Are in the Flesh. Our highest enjoyments Are not so sure, as to deliver us from Fear of falling.
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Saints you see of the richest sort, even such as are choicest, are apt to be,
Saints you see of the Richest sort, even such as Are Choicest, Are apt to be,
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and sometimes are, much cast down.
and sometime Are, much cast down.
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Its the vanity of some, that they thinke and speake of present injoyments above what is meet. Some have said, Soules may come up to such a height,
Its the vanity of Some, that they think and speak of present enjoyments above what is meet. some have said, Souls may come up to such a height,
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as that they neither shall, nor [ can ] be disquieted. Yea, some go so far, as to censure all kind of doubting;as that they neither shall, nor [ can ] be disquieted. Yea, Some go so Far, as to censure all kind of doubting;
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and to conclude soules in a - damnable state, because in a disquieted. Surely such have not learned this truth as it is in Jesus.
and to conclude Souls in a - damnable state, Because in a disquieted. Surely such have not learned this truth as it is in jesus.
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You see a David cast downe, and disquieted:
You see a David cast down, and disquieted:
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And you heare that even choicest Saints, upon many causes, are lyable to the like dejections.
And you hear that even Choicest Saints, upon many Causes, Are liable to the like dejections.
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Bee informed therefore to take heed, how you dreame of a perfect, and unalterable enjoyment of rest here:
be informed Therefore to take heed, how you dream of a perfect, and unalterable enjoyment of rest Here:
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Your rest, though unspeakeably sweet, is not unchangeably sure.
Your rest, though unspeakeably sweet, is not unchangeably sure.
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Tis possibly you may think, because you sometimes rejoyce with joy unspeakable, that therefore your injoyment is unalterable. But be not deceived,
This possibly you may think, Because you sometime rejoice with joy unspeakable, that Therefore your enjoyment is unalterable. But be not deceived,
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even after high injoyments, you may be dejected.
even After high enjoyments, you may be dejected.
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Even a Paul after a rapture (as high as the third heaven) was cast down low by a messenger from hell.
Even a Paul After a rapture (as high as the third heaven) was cast down low by a Messenger from hell.
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David said once, hee should never bee moved; yea, and his bottome was free grace; David said once, he should never be moved; yea, and his bottom was free grace;
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Divine good pleasure had made his mountain so firme, Psal. 30.6, 7. And yet marke this, David is now moved very much,Divine good pleasure had made his mountain so firm, Psalm 30.6, 7. And yet mark this, David is now moved very much,
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even to a soul-tumult. Howle Fir-trees for the Cedar is fallen. Be not high-minded ye babes in Christ, sith father may, and do fall.
even to a soul-tumult. Howle Fir-trees for the Cedar is fallen. Be not High-minded you babes in christ, sith father may, and do fallen.
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Certainly if this be a truth (as its clear it is) that Saints of the highest attainments may be,
Certainly if this be a truth (as its clear it is) that Saints of the highest attainments may be,
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and sometimes are cast down, then surely, there is no perfect unalterable state of peace, and unsettlednesse here.
and sometime Are cast down, then surely, there is no perfect unalterable state of peace, and unsettledness Here.
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Its true, when we come home, we shall sit down, and be disquieted no more:
Its true, when we come home, we shall fit down, and be disquieted no more:
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But our hope is not here, Whilst we are at home in the body, we are absent from the Lord, 2 Cor. 5.6, Such as talke of being at home in this life, forget that they are in the body.
But our hope is not Here, While we Are At home in the body, we Are absent from the Lord, 2 Cor. 5.6, Such as talk of being At home in this life, forget that they Are in the body.
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Christians beware of it, for its a delusion, to thinke that here you are above dejection, you are not at any time so setled, but you may be disquieted. And therefore
Christians beware of it, for its a delusion, to think that Here you Are above dejection, you Are not At any time so settled, but you may be disquieted. And Therefore
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Secondly, Learne hence to be thankefull for any freedome from disquietings. Be thankefull (O ye unshaken soules) to Christ!
Secondly, Learn hence to be thankful for any freedom from disquietings. Be thankful (Oh you unshaken Souls) to christ!
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Its his sweetnesse which hath kept you from being in a storm. Its greater mercy to have a soule kept free from disquietings then to have a body kept free from distempers;
Its his sweetness which hath kept you from being in a storm. Its greater mercy to have a soul kept free from disquietings then to have a body kept free from distempers;
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seest thou another soul cast downe? be thankfull to the Lord Jesus that thou art not sitting by it in the same case.
See thou Another soul cast down? be thankful to the Lord jesus that thou art not sitting by it in the same case.
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Take heed of thinking that your settlement is of your selves; and consequently, of cersuring others, who are disquieted.
Take heed of thinking that your settlement is of your selves; and consequently, of cersuring Others, who Are disquieted.
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Its certainly a great fault in many, that they censure such as they see dejected:
Its Certainly a great fault in many, that they censure such as they see dejected:
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They find fault with that in others, which they are not able to prevent in themselves; They find fault with that in Others, which they Are not able to prevent in themselves;
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Did not Christ beare up thy spirit (Oh soule!) thou wouldest quickly sincke: There are causes of spiritual dejection in thee, as well as in others.
Did not christ bear up thy Spirit (O soul!) thou Wouldst quickly sink: There Are Causes of spiritual dejection in thee, as well as in Others.
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Its Christ that keepes them under, otherwise they would soon cast thee down. Bee thankefull therefore to Christ,
Its christ that keeps them under, otherwise they would soon cast thee down. be thankful Therefore to christ,
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and take heed of censuring others. Yea, Thirdly, Prepare for dejections. Such as are subject to saintings, have their cordialls in readinesse:
and take heed of censuring Others. Yea, Thirdly, Prepare for dejections. Such as Are Subject to saintings, have their cordials in readiness:
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so should you have (O soules) who are lyable to spirituall faintings. There are cordials enough, did you know them.
so should you have (Oh Souls) who Are liable to spiritual faintings. There Are cordials enough, did you know them.
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Its your Saviours goodnesse, that hee stored up remedies suitable to all your distempers:
Its your Saviors Goodness, that he stored up remedies suitable to all your distempers:
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acquaint your selves with them, before you need them, that they may not be to seeke, when they should be used. Quest.
acquaint your selves with them, before you need them, that they may not be to seek, when they should be used. Quest.
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You will say, what preparation shall we make? Answ. For this I shall speak something more generall, and something more particular.You will say, what preparation shall we make? Answer For this I shall speak something more general, and something more particular.
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Generally, In order to spirituall preparation for soule dejection, mind these things.
Generally, In order to spiritual preparation for soul dejection, mind these things.
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First, That such a thing there is as soul-dejection, and that you are lyable unto it.
First, That such a thing there is as soul-dejection, and that you Are liable unto it.
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Be not strangers unto this truth, but know, as the most healthfull body may sometimes be distempered;
Be not Strangers unto this truth, but know, as the most healthful body may sometime be distempered;
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so the most holy soule may sometimes be disquieted.
so the most holy soul may sometime be disquieted.
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The not minding of this, makes many soules which are cast downe, sadder then otherwise they would be.
The not minding of this, makes many Souls which Are cast down, sadder then otherwise they would be.
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Its an aggravation unto any sorrow; that it comes unexpected. Be sure therefore to remember this, that tis possible sadnesse may seize upon your soules, and cast you down:
Its an aggravation unto any sorrow; that it comes unexpected. Be sure Therefore to Remember this, that this possible sadness may seize upon your Souls, and cast you down:
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Its common to saints to be dejected sometimes.
Its Common to Saints to be dejected sometime.
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This being often and seriously thought on, before dejections come, will prepare you to beare them when they come.
This being often and seriously Thought on, before dejections come, will prepare you to bear them when they come.
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Secondly, Be well acquainted with the Coverant of grace;
Secondly, Be well acquainted with the Coverant of grace;
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The not aright, and clear understanding of it (as hath been shewed) is the cause of much dejection.
Thee not aright, and clear understanding of it (as hath been showed) is the cause of much dejection.
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Acquaint your souls therefore with this, in the freenesse of it, doe not mix water with wine, 'twill abate the strength of it,
Acquaint your Souls Therefore with this, in the freeness of it, do not mix water with wine, it'll abate the strength of it,
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and render it lesse able to comfort;
and render it less able to Comfort;
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what God holds forth free, let not us looke upon as conditionall. The pure wine of the Covenant (which is the best cordiall for a fainting spirit) looseth its vertue,
what God holds forth free, let not us look upon as conditional. The pure wine of the Covenant (which is the best cordial for a fainting Spirit) loses its virtue,
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when tis mixed with the puddle waters of conditions. Bee built up therefore in the freenesse of the Covenant; Know also the fulnesse of it.
when this mixed with the puddle waters of conditions. be built up Therefore in the freeness of the Covenant; Know also the fullness of it.
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It extends it selfe to the forgiving of all sinnes; and to the bestowing of all grace:
It extends it self to the forgiving of all Sins; and to the bestowing of all grace:
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Remember also the firmenesse of the Covenant;
remember also the firmness of the Covenant;
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its immutable, unalterable, whatsoever fainting fit overtakes thee, the Covenant of grace thus known, and beleeved, will revive thee.
its immutable, unalterable, whatsoever fainting fit overtakes thee, the Covenant of grace thus known, and believed, will revive thee.
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Thirdly, Treasure up your own and others experiences.
Thirdly, Treasure up your own and Others experiences.
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The remembrance of experiences in times of lifting up, will exceedingly support in times of casting downe:
The remembrance of experiences in times of lifting up, will exceedingly support in times of casting down:
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when the spirit begins to be in a storme for divine absence; Call to minde, that it sometime injoyed the calme of a divine presence.
when the Spirit begins to be in a storm for divine absence; Call to mind, that it sometime enjoyed the Cam of a divine presence.
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Many soules forget the time of their first love, and the effect of that is sinfullnesse; And many forget the day of Christs first l•ve, and the fruit of that is sadnesse. In the day of your dejections, call to mind the time of your espousalls. The premeditation of what the soule sometimes enjoyed, is a good preparation for a time, when it may be dejected.
Many Souls forget the time of their First love, and the Effect of that is sinfullnesse; And many forget the day of Christ First l•ve, and the fruit of that is sadness. In the day of your dejections, call to mind the time of your espousals. The premeditation of what the soul sometime enjoyed, is a good preparation for a time, when it may be dejected.
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But these things are onely in the generall. I shall therefore proceed to particulars.
But these things Are only in the general. I shall Therefore proceed to particulars.
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And my advise to soules is, that they indeavour to acquaint themselves (as much as they can) with particular cases;
And my Advice to Souls is, that they endeavour to acquaint themselves (as much as they can) with particular cases;
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And accordingly to provide suitable cordialls. Its a peece of humain prudence in provision for corporall distempers, that men do not only lay up some generall, Catholicke medicines (as Phisitians call them.
And accordingly to provide suitable cordials. Its a piece of human prudence in provision for corporal distempers, that men do not only lay up Some general, Catholic medicines (as Physicians call them.
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) But they provide particular medicins for particular diseases: ) But they provide particular medicines for particular diseases:
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Surely we should be (if not more yet at least) as much careful in provision for spiritual distempers, as for corporal.
Surely we should be (if not more yet At least) as much careful in provision for spiritual distempers, as for corporal.
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And in order thereunto we should study to understand what may be a suitable support unto us, under soul-castings down.
And in order thereunto we should study to understand what may be a suitable support unto us, under soul-castings down.
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An essay unto which we shall hold forth in the following Section.
an essay unto which we shall hold forth in the following Section.
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SECT. II.
SECT. II
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CHAP. I. Satisfaction to soules cast downe, and discovering their feares about the truth of the worke of grace.
CHAP. I. Satisfaction to Souls cast down, and discovering their fears about the truth of the work of grace.
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HAving in the former Section hinted at severall fears, which appeare in soules cast downe, I shall now apply my selfe to satisfie dejected soules, with reference to those particular feares.
HAving in the former Section hinted At several fears, which appear in Souls cast down, I shall now apply my self to satisfy dejected Souls, with Referente to those particular fears.
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And I shall proceed in that order which I mentioned them in, and beginne with the feare of a soule cast downe,
And I shall proceed in that order which I mentioned them in, and begin with the Fear of a soul cast down,
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and venting it selfe about the work of grace.
and venting it self about the work of grace.
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Oh say some soules! the worke of grace is precious, but I feare in me its not perfect. O say Some Souls! the work of grace is precious, but I Fear in me its not perfect.
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Satan hath had his workings in me, but I feare whether Christ hath wrought the good worke in me. Satan hath had his workings in me, but I Fear whither christ hath wrought the good work in me.
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I have found the Devill powerfully working in me: But I feare Christ hath not as yet begun to worke upon me, &c. In order to the raising of a soul cast down, and fearing this, I shall offer briefly.
I have found the devil powerfully working in me: But I Fear christ hath not as yet begun to work upon me, etc. In order to the raising of a soul cast down, and fearing this, I shall offer briefly.
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Some 1 Cautions, and 2 Considerations.
some 1 Cautions, and 2 Considerations.
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First, Some Cautions, we had need be wary in our conclusions which we make about our soules state.
First, some Cautions, we had need be wary in our conclusions which we make about our Souls state.
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'Tis easie, but 'tis dangerous, to conclude amisse here.
It's easy, but it's dangerous, to conclude amiss Here.
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Its as well (I will not say as much) a fault to conclude against our soules,
Its as well (I will not say as much) a fault to conclude against our Souls,
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as having no worke of grace; as 'tis to cousen our soules, as if we had. Be cautious therefore O soule!
as having no work of grace; as it's to Cousin our Souls, as if we had. Be cautious Therefore Oh soul!
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who sayest, thou fearest Christ hath not yet wrought upon thee.
who Sayest, thou Fearest christ hath not yet wrought upon thee.
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Take heed how thou judgest, even thy selfe, in this case, and for this end, take with thee these 3 Cautions.
Take heed how thou Judges, even thy self, in this case, and for this end, take with thee these 3 Cautions.
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viz. 1 Of binding your selves to particular examples. 2 Of confining Christ to any methods or wayes.
viz. 1 Of binding your selves to particular Examples. 2 Of confining christ to any methods or ways.
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3 Of concluding any thing from present sence. First, Take heed of binding your selves to particular examples.
3 Of concluding any thing from present sense. First, Take heed of binding your selves to particular Examples.
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Oh say some, Christ hath not wrought upon us, Quest. Why, Oh soules, not upon you?
O say Some, christ hath not wrought upon us, Quest. Why, O Souls, not upon you?
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Ans. Why? Hee hoth not wrought upon us, as upon such and such. Reply. But consider (O soules) Gods workes are not alway alike: Ans. Why? He hoth not wrought upon us, as upon such and such. Reply. But Consider (Oh Souls) God's works Are not always alike:
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Though the worke of grace be the same in all, in regard of the matter, yet it is not the same alwayes in regard of the manner. The manner of Christs working is divers, Its bad eyeing (in order to the judgement of our worke of grace) examples. Christ comes to Matthew at the receit of custome:
Though the work of grace be the same in all, in regard of the matter, yet it is not the same always in regard of the manner. The manner of Christ working is diverse, Its bad Eying (in order to the judgement of our work of grace) Examples. christ comes to Matthew At the receipt of custom:
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and speakes to his heart so home;
and speaks to his heart so home;
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that Matthew leaves all, and followes him, and of a Publican becomes a Preacher. But he rides after Paul (as I may say) and overtakes him in the way to Damascus, and throwes him downe, invirons him with a Pillar of light, appears to him from heaven:
that Matthew leaves all, and follows him, and of a Publican becomes a Preacher. But he rides After Paul (as I may say) and overtakes him in the Way to Damascus, and throws him down, environs him with a Pillar of Light, appears to him from heaven:
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speakes to him, reasons with him; directs him whether to go, what to do, &c. These examples are not alike.
speaks to him, Reasons with him; directs him whither to go, what to do, etc. These Examples Are not alike.
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Should you bind the work of grace to Pauls example, you would condemn Matthew: or should you make the example of Matthew the pattern of the worke of grace, you would,
Should you bind the work of grace to Paul's Exampl, you would condemn Matthew: or should you make the Exampl of Matthew the pattern of the work of grace, you would,
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or might question Paul. Be cautious therefore O soule of what you say.
or might question Paul. Be cautious Therefore Oh soul of what you say.
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Do not fear that God hath not wrought upon you, because not after the example of such an one:
Do not Fear that God hath not wrought upon you, Because not After the Exampl of such an one:
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examples are not here strictly to be eyed, this is the first caution. The second is this, Take heed of confining Christ to methods.
Examples Are not Here strictly to be eyed, this is the First caution. The second is this, Take heed of confining christ to methods.
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I wish some Preachers were in this particular faultlesse:
I wish Some Preachers were in this particular faultless:
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they confine Christ (as I may say) to such and such wayes, and methods,
they confine christ (as I may say) to such and such ways, and methods,
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as if the spirit were not as free as the wind, to blow where, and when, and how he listeth.
as if the Spirit were not as free as the wind, to blow where, and when, and how he lists.
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You have some so punctuall in their antecedents, concomitants, and consequents (words which many poore soules scarce understand:) And so precise,
You have Some so punctual in their antecedents, concomitants, and consequents (words which many poor Souls scarce understand:) And so precise,
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and strict in pressing soules with them, that many gracious soules feare, whether they have any worke of grace wrought,
and strict in pressing Souls with them, that many gracious Souls Fear, whither they have any work of grace wrought,
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because not in such a way and method. Now I beseech you, beware of this, Christ walkes not alwayes the same way to many soules;
Because not in such a Way and method. Now I beseech you, beware of this, christ walks not always the same Way to many Souls;
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Some soules he overtakes ere ever they are aware of him, as is hinted Cant. 6.12. and makes them as the chariots of Aminidab; i. e. a willing people.
some Souls he overtakes ere ever they Are aware of him, as is hinted Cant 6.12. and makes them as the chariots of Aminidab; i. e. a willing people.
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Others indeed he deales with all in a more violent way: and is faine to make it a day of power, that they may be a willing people. In the same story Act. 1.6. you have Christ as it were, Softly comming into Lydia's he art (as if he did but lift up the Hatch and enter) and you have him loudly knocking at the Jaylers doore, making (as I may say) an earthquake in his soul, to make way for himselfe.
Others indeed he deals with all in a more violent Way: and is feign to make it a day of power, that they may be a willing people. In the same story Act. 1.6. you have christ as it were, Softly coming into Lydia's he art (as if he did but lift up the Hatch and enter) and you have him loudly knocking At the Jailers door, making (as I may say) an earthquake in his soul, to make Way for himself.
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So various are Christs wayes in working:
So various Are Christ ways in working:
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Some Christ makes sicke of love, and winnes upon their hearts by the mercies of the Gospell:
some christ makes sick of love, and wins upon their hearts by the Mercies of the Gospel:
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Others he makes sore with wrath; and frights them to himselfe by the terrours of the Law. Mind this, oh poore soule;
Others he makes soar with wrath; and frights them to himself by the terrors of the Law. Mind this, o poor soul;
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It may be thou fearest Christ hath not wrought on thee, because it was not in such or such a way:
It may be thou Fearest christ hath not wrought on thee, Because it was not in such or such a Way:
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your feare (if so) is groundlesse; and you must take heed, lest you confine Christ unto methods.
your Fear (if so) is groundless; and you must take heed, lest you confine christ unto methods.
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He will worke, and who shall let it, and to whom hath he made knowne all his wayes of working. This is the second Caution. Now theHe will work, and who shall let it, and to whom hath he made known all his ways of working. This is the second Caution. Now the
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Third is this, Beware how you conclude any thing upon present sence.
Third is this, Beware how you conclude any thing upon present sense.
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The worke of grace at first is but little, as a grain of mustard seed; And tis not at first so visible:
The work of grace At First is but little, as a grain of mustard seed; And this not At First so visible:
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Its like leaven [ hid ] in meale, as tis Matth. 13.33. Now that which is little, and hidden too; that is not seen straite.
Its like leaven [ hid ] in meal, as this Matthew 13.33. Now that which is little, and hidden too; that is not seen strait.
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Naturall conceptions are not at first perceived; no more are supernaturall.
Natural conceptions Are not At First perceived; no more Are supernatural.
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The worke of grace may be begun in thy soule, although thou doe not perceive it.
The work of grace may be begun in thy soul, although thou do not perceive it.
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Be therefore cautious how thou concludes because of present visible ineffectualnesse.
Be Therefore cautious how thou concludes Because of present visible ineffectualness.
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The leaven of the Kingdom, may lye hid in the heart And if thou judge by present sence, thou mayest condemne the generation of the righteous. Indeed Christ in the soul is as Isaack in Abrahams loynes (at first) that is, as dead:The leaven of the Kingdom, may lie hid in the heart And if thou judge by present sense, thou Mayest condemn the generation of the righteous. Indeed christ in the soul is as Isaac in Abrahams loins (At First) that is, as dead:
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And looke as there, even of one, and him as good as dead, sprang as many as the stars of the skie:
And look as there, even of one, and him as good as dead, sprang as many as the Stars of the sky:
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So likewise here, viz. in the soule of one graine of grace, and that even as dead to sence, there springs up the great tree which reacheth as high as heaven.
So likewise Here, viz. in the soul of one grain of grace, and that even as dead to sense, there springs up the great tree which reaches as high as heaven.
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Let this therefore be minded as the third caution, that you conclude not positively any thing upon present sence.
Let this Therefore be minded as the third caution, that you conclude not positively any thing upon present sense.
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Now having hinted these Cautions, I shall offer three Considerations, unto such as feare and doubt, the true worke of grace in their hearts.
Now having hinted these Cautions, I shall offer three Considerations, unto such as Fear and doubt, the true work of grace in their hearts.
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First, This fear may peradventure be a fruit of the worke of grace.
First, This Fear may Peradventure be a fruit of the work of grace.
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Sinners as they never desire the worke, so they trouble not themselves with doubts about the work:
Sinners as they never desire the work, so they trouble not themselves with doubts about the work:
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Solomon tels us, Blessed is the man that feareth alway: Solomon tells us, Blessed is the man that fears always:
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yea, we know he also said, the way of a foole is right in his owne eyes.
yea, we know he also said, the Way of a fool is right in his own eyes.
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Thou poore soule, who are dejected, and dost much doubt whether ever as yet, God hath wrought upon thy heart:
Thou poor soul, who Are dejected, and dost much doubt whither ever as yet, God hath wrought upon thy heart:
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why, this feare of thine, may bee a good signe that hee hath. But Secondly, This fear may argue a beginning of the worke.
why, this Fear of thine, may be a good Signen that he hath. But Secondly, This Fear may argue a beginning of the work.
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Certain this fear is of God:
Certain this Fear is of God:
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and how dost thou know, but that now God is beginning, (at lest) to worke upon thee. Its a standing truth, The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdome:
and how dost thou know, but that now God is beginning, (At lest) to work upon thee. Its a standing truth, The Fear of the Lord is the beginning of Wisdom:
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Now the meaning hereof may be, that the first thing (for so the word signifieth) which is wrought in the soule, in the worke of wisdom, (i.e. of grace and bolinesse (for so wisdom signifies) is feare. Thy feare therefore may hint, that the worke is in sieri, i. e.
Now the meaning hereof may be, that the First thing (for so the word signifies) which is wrought in the soul, in the work of Wisdom, (i.e. of grace and bolinesse (for so Wisdom signifies) is Fear. Thy Fear Therefore may hint, that the work is in sieri, i. e.
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begining, if it be not in factu, i. e. begun already. However God may make use of it to that end. beginning, if it be not in factu, i. e. begun already. However God may make use of it to that end.
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What canst thou tell, but now that thy soule is troubled with doubtings about the worke of grace:
What Canst thou tell, but now that thy soul is troubled with doubtings about the work of grace:
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God may make use of this feare to drive thee out of thy state of nature,
God may make use of this Fear to drive thee out of thy state of nature,
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and to draw thee into the state of grace. How many poore souls have cryed out; I have no true grace:
and to draw thee into the state of grace. How many poor Souls have cried out; I have no true grace:
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God hath not at all wrought upon my heart: woe is me what shall I doe;
God hath not At all wrought upon my heart: woe is me what shall I do;
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Ile run after him, Ile cry for him, &c. And while the soul hath been in this feare, God hath begunne (making use therof) to worke really upon their soule.I'll run After him, I'll cry for him, etc. And while the soul hath been in this Fear, God hath begun (making use thereof) to work really upon their soul.
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Thus it hath been with some, consider it may be with thee so, And therefore, Thirdly, Suppose it be as you feare;
Thus it hath been with Some, Consider it may be with thee so, And Therefore, Thirdly, Suppose it be as you Fear;
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Suppose God hath as yet never effectually wrought the worke of grace in your Soule. Consider, bee may doe it now.
Suppose God hath as yet never effectually wrought the work of grace in your Soul. Consider, bee may do it now.
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Why may not free grace worke the worke now? I say (O soule) why not now? Quest.
Why may not free grace work the work now? I say (Oh soul) why not now? Quest.
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Say (O sad soule) what reason can you given that Christ should not now worke upon you, Say (Oh sad soul) what reason can you given that christ should not now work upon you,
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if he hath not heretofore? if he hath not heretofore?
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Ans. Why, Ile give a reason (will the soule say) I am not fitted for such a worke.Ans. Why, I'll give a reason (will the soul say) I am not fitted for such a work.
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The worke of preparation bath not passed on me. Reply, Suppose I should grant it; yet this feare and doubt may be that work. The work of preparation both not passed on me. Reply, Suppose I should grant it; yet this Fear and doubt may be that work.
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All the preparation that can be, it tends but to this, to make you willing, and art not willing soul? Qu:
All the preparation that can be, it tends but to this, to make you willing, and art not willing soul? Queen:
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Yes, O yes, I am willing; but alas, what though I will, if God will not.Yes, Oh yes, I am willing; but alas, what though I will, if God will not.
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Reply, Why, God is willing (O soule) this is the will of God, even your sanctification. He wills it:Reply, Why, God is willing (Oh soul) this is the will of God, even your sanctification. He wills it:
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and if God will, and thou wilt too, what should hinder? Qu: Nay, but what should move God to work on me:
and if God will, and thou wilt too, what should hinder? Queen: Nay, but what should move God to work on me:
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Alas, I am a poor polluted sinner, and will the Lord take pleasure in such a soule as I am, Alas, I am a poor polluted sinner, and will the Lord take pleasure in such a soul as I am,
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and bestow paines to worke on me? and bestow pains to work on me?
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Ans. In Answer to this, know (O soul) free grace shall move God, For of grace we are saved, and not of our selves: Ans. In Answer to this, know (Oh soul) free grace shall move God, For of grace we Are saved, and not of our selves:
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its the gift of God, we are his worke-man-ship, Ephes. 2.8, 10. And know (O soule) as God doth worke in thee the will, so also he will worke in thee the deed, and that of his good pleasure (as tis Phil. 2.13.) though he cannot take pleasure in thee,
its the gift of God, we Are his workmanship, Ephesians 2.8, 10. And know (Oh soul) as God does work in thee the will, so also he will work in thee the deed, and that of his good pleasure (as this Philip 2.13.) though he cannot take pleasure in thee,
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yet he can, and will in his worke. Wherefore bear up, O thou dejected soule; Be not so cast down.
yet he can, and will in his work. Wherefore bear up, Oh thou dejected soul; Be not so cast down.
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Suppose the work of grace be not yet wrought, the Lord can, (and doe thou beleeve it) hee will worke it now.
Suppose the work of grace be not yet wrought, the Lord can, (and do thou believe it) he will work it now.
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Ere long thou shalt see Christ formed in thee, and though now thou art in paine,
Ere long thou shalt see christ formed in thee, and though now thou art in pain,
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and feare (as a soule in travell) yet then thou shalt rejoyce for joy, that grace is come into thy heart.
and Fear (as a soul in travel) yet then thou shalt rejoice for joy, that grace is come into thy heart.
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CHAP. 2. Satisfaction to dejected soules, labouring under the feare of the truth of grace. BUt alas!
CHAP. 2. Satisfaction to dejected Souls, labouring under the Fear of the truth of grace. BUt alas!
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say some, who are cast downe, our doubts are not so much about a worke of grace;
say Some, who Are cast down, our doubts Are not so much about a work of grace;
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As about the truth of grace. I doubt (saith a soul) whether my grace be true;
As about the truth of grace. I doubt (Says a soul) whither my grace be true;
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some worke I have had, and something is brought forth, but I question whether it be not counterfeit. Some work I have had, and something is brought forth, but I question whither it be not counterfeit.
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Albeit this fear bee almost the same with the former, yet because I find some dejected soules making it a distinct doubt.
Albeit this Fear be almost the same with the former, yet Because I find Some dejected Souls making it a distinct doubt.
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I shal therefore speak distinctly to it.
I shall Therefore speak distinctly to it.
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And in order to the satisfaction of a soule cast down, and discovering its selfe in this feare, I shall offer two things, viz.
And in order to the satisfaction of a soul cast down, and discovering its self in this Fear, I shall offer two things, viz.
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Something 1 More generally, 2 More particularly.
Something 1 More generally, 2 More particularly.
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First, More generally, I desire such dejected soules, as are troubled about this fear, to consider 3 things.
First, More generally, I desire such dejected Souls, as Are troubled about this Fear, to Consider 3 things.
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First, Consider, counterfeit grace doth not use to suspect it selfe, neither is it willing to be tryed.
First, Consider, counterfeit grace does not use to suspect it self, neither is it willing to be tried.
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He that doth evill commeth not to the light; nay, he hateth the light, as tis John 3.20.
He that does evil comes not to the Light; nay, he hates the Light, as this John 3.20.
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But he that doth truth, commeth to the light, &c. Surely it may secretly hint that thy grace is currant, sith thou desirest its tryall: were thy grace counterfeit (as thou suspectest) it would desire concealement, at lest, it would not put thee on to suspect it.
But he that does truth, comes to the Light, etc. Surely it may secretly hint that thy grace is currant, sith thou Desirest its trial: were thy grace counterfeit (as thou suspectest) it would desire concealment, At lest, it would not put thee on to suspect it.
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Secondly, Consider, its a mercy to have a suspecting spirit. Many soules are deceived, and damned for want of this.
Secondly, Consider, its a mercy to have a suspecting Spirit. Many Souls Are deceived, and damned for want of this.
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Satan lyes secure under an imperfect, and pretended worke of grace. You read of a spirit of slumber in the Scripture.Satan lies secure under an imperfect, and pretended work of grace. You read of a Spirit of slumber in the Scripture.
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God hath given some up to the spirit of slumber, Rom. 11.8. There are foolish Virgins, who presume, and sleep, and sleeping perish.
God hath given Some up to the Spirit of slumber, Rom. 11.8. There Are foolish Virgins, who presume, and sleep, and sleeping perish.
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Christs spirit where it is, is a spirit of fire and burning: Now fire that tryes, Christs spirit is like a refiners fire:
Christ Spirit where it is, is a Spirit of fire and burning: Now fire that tries, Christ Spirit is like a refiners fire:
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Its a mercy to have the spirit of refining, and trying;
Its a mercy to have the Spirit of refining, and trying;
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whereas its a judgement to be selfe-confident, not at all suspicious, It argues the spirit of slumber. But ▪
whereas its a judgement to be self-confident, not At all suspicious, It argues the Spirit of slumber. But ▪
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Thirdly, Consider, tis possible for one truly gracious to conceit that his grace is but counterfeit.
Thirdly, Consider, this possible for one truly gracious to conceit that his grace is but counterfeit.
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As children conceive brasse is gold, so sometimes they conceit gold to be brasse, Its strange to observe the strength of conceit, especially in depth of Melancholly.
As children conceive brass is gold, so sometime they conceit gold to be brass, Its strange to observe the strength of conceit, especially in depth of Melancholy.
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Peradventure oh soule thy fear is but conceit! Surely we see sometimes Hypocrites, conceiting in their joyallity, that their counterfeit grace, is true.
Peradventure o soul thy Fear is but conceit! Surely we see sometime Hypocrites, Conceit in their joyallity, that their counterfeit grace, is true.
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And why may wee not thinke? (nay, by experience we find) sometimes, truely gracious hearts conceiting their grace is counterfeit.
And why may we not think? (nay, by experience we find) sometime, truly gracious hearts Conceit their grace is counterfeit.
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But these considerations are onely general ▪ Therefore,
But these considerations Are only general ▪ Therefore,
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More particularly, that I may satifie such dejected fouls, as doubt the truth of their grace, I shall lay down these conclusions.More particularly, that I may satify such dejected fouls, as doubt the truth of their grace, I shall lay down these conclusions.
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First, Many souls doubt the truth of their grace because of their wrong way of tryall.
First, Many Souls doubt the truth of their grace Because of their wrong Way of trial.
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There are false Touch-stones, which may make pure gold suspitious, as well as make brasse appeare as gold. To instance, its a false and deceiving way of tryall, to try the truth of grace by conquest. My meaning is, to conclude that my grace is not true,
There Are false Touchstones, which may make pure gold suspicious, as well as make brass appear as gold. To instance, its a false and deceiving Way of trial, to try the truth of grace by conquest. My meaning is, to conclude that my grace is not true,
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because I am sometimes conquered by corruption; its a wrong way of conclusion, and a false touch-stone of tryall.
Because I am sometime conquered by corruption; its a wrong Way of conclusion, and a false touchstone of trial.
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Paul had truth of grace, and yet sometimes he was conquered, and carryed captive, and sold (slave-like) by sinne, Rom: 7.14.Paul had truth of grace, and yet sometime he was conquered, and carried captive, and sold (slavelike) by sin, Rom: 7.14.
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So likewise a constant equall undauntednesse, in owning of Christ, and cleaving to truth, is a false touch-stone, or fallible way of tryall.
So likewise a constant equal undauntedness, in owning of christ, and cleaving to truth, is a false touchstone, or fallible Way of trial.
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Tis true the righteous is bold as a Lyon; but this is not at all times alike.
This true the righteous is bold as a lion; but this is not At all times alike.
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Peter had truth of love to Christ; and yet he was not so undaunted alwayes: His deriall is knowne well enough.Peter had truth of love to christ; and yet he was not so undaunted always: His deriall is known well enough.
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So that now (to apply this to our purpose) it may be (Oh dejected soule) thou tryest thy grace the wrong way.
So that now (to apply this to our purpose) it may be (O dejected soul) thou Triest thy grace the wrong Way.
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Thou sayest thou art conquered oft; and led captive many times; Bee it so, thy grace may be sound for all this.
Thou Sayest thou art conquered oft; and led captive many times; be it so, thy grace may be found for all this.
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Those that scome the Turkish power, may sometimes bee (slave-like) in his Gallies:
Those that scome the Turkish power, may sometime be (slavelike) in his Galleys:
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And a loyall subject of Jesus Christ, may be sometimes overtaken, and taken, and sold Paul - like under sin. But
And a loyal Subject of jesus christ, may be sometime overtaken, and taken, and sold Paul - like under since. But
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2 In judging the truth of our grace, we should rather eye its quality, then its quantity. As now faith, the truth of that is seen, rather in its quality, then in its quantity. There may be a faith big enough to remove mountaines, and yet FALSE (as is deducible from, 1 Gor. 13.2.) And there may be a faith no bigger then a graine of mustard seed, and yet TRƲE. Little faith,
2 In judging the truth of our grace, we should rather eye its quality, then its quantity. As now faith, the truth of that is seen, rather in its quality, then in its quantity. There may be a faith big enough to remove Mountains, and yet FALSE (as is deducible from, 1 Gor. 13.2.) And there may be a faith no bigger then a grain of mustard seed, and yet TRƲE. Little faith,
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and true faith, may go together.
and true faith, may go together.
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Peradventure O soule thou art grieved to see thy grace so little, and that makes thee feare tis false:
Peradventure Oh soul thou art grieved to see thy grace so little, and that makes thee Fear this false:
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but know this thy feare is foolish. The least dust of gold, is gold; and the least grain of grace, is grace.
but know this thy Fear is foolish. The least dust of gold, is gold; and the least grain of grace, is grace.
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In judging thy grace (O dejected soule) know thou shouldest eye its quality, not its quantity. And in order to this,
In judging thy grace (Oh dejected soul) know thou Shouldst eye its quality, not its quantity. And in order to this,
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Thirdly, know, That grace is true which is diffusive.
Thirdly, know, That grace is true which is diffusive.
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I would aske thee O soule! (that doubtest thy grace is counterfeit) whether it be diffusive yea, or no:
I would ask thee Oh soul! (that doubtest thy grace is counterfeit) whither it be diffusive yea, or no:
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though it be little, doth it spread it selfe? Is thy little in head, and heart too? Hypocrites have much in the head, little in the heart. But see O soule, doth not thy little spread;
though it be little, does it spread it self? Is thy little in head, and heart too? Hypocrites have much in the head, little in the heart. But see Oh soul, does not thy little spread;
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Is it not leaven? doth it not leaven thee all over? Is it not in thy will? thou wouldest:
Is it not leaven? does it not leaven thee all over? Is it not in thy will? thou Wouldst:
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and doth it not spread to thy desire? thou desirest:
and does it not spread to thy desire? thou Desirest:
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And because thou canst not, doth it not leaven thy sorrow? Is not that sower (or rather sweet) dost not grieve because thou carst not doe, as thou wouldest and desirest? Do not O soule murder thy selfe:
And Because thou Canst not, does it not leaven thy sorrow? Is not that sour (or rather sweet) dost not grieve Because thou Carest not do, as thou Wouldst and Desirest? Do not O soul murder thy self:
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I meane kill thy comfort by not witnessing to the truth. Cannot you see, and say, your little grace is diffusive.
I mean kill thy Comfort by not witnessing to the truth. Cannot you see, and say, your little grace is diffusive.
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Surely if it be, you need not doubt its truth, and you should not say tis counterfeit.
Surely if it be, you need not doubt its truth, and you should not say this counterfeit.
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CHAP. 3. Satisfaction to soules dejected, and fearing that the worke which is wrought in them, is not of the spirit.
CHAP. 3. Satisfaction to Souls dejected, and fearing that the work which is wrought in them, is not of the Spirit.
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THe next fear which I shall speake unto is, that which concernes the Authour of that worke which is in the soule.
THe next Fear which I shall speak unto is, that which concerns the Author of that work which is in the soul.
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Some soules when they are cast downe:
some Souls when they Are cast down:
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cry out, they feare, that all that worke which is passed upon them, is no more then in the bare letter (as they call it) i. e. cry out, they Fear, that all that work which is passed upon them, is no more then in the bore Letter (as they call it) i. e.
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they doubt whether it be of the spirit, yea, or no; as was opened in the former part &c.they doubt whither it be of the Spirit, yea, or no; as was opened in the former part etc.
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Now for the removing of this feare, and to raise up a soule that is cast downe,
Now for the removing of this Fear, and to raise up a soul that is cast down,
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and lyes doubting, whether its calling, conviction and comfort be from the spirit, yea, or no:
and lies doubting, whither its calling, conviction and Comfort be from the Spirit, yea, or no:
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I shall speak to each of these by themselves.
I shall speak to each of these by themselves.
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First, For thy calling (O soule) thou sayst thou fearest) thou wert only called by men, i.e. wrought upon to leave thy sins and former course by the meer wit,
First, For thy calling (Oh soul) thou Sayest thou Fearest) thou Wertenberg only called by men, i.e. wrought upon to leave thy Sins and former course by the mere wit,
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and oratory of men in perswading, &c. There be three things which I would offer to scatter thy fear in this particular.
and oratory of men in persuading, etc. There be three things which I would offer to scatter thy Fear in this particular.
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1 Consider, that thy call may be by the spirit, though thou doe thinke it was by man only.
1 Consider, that thy call may be by the Spirit, though thou do think it was by man only.
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Its certaine that the spirit speakes to our hearts mostly by men. Immediate calls are rare:
Its certain that the Spirit speaks to our hearts mostly by men. Immediate calls Are rare:
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It may be you feare your call was not by the spirit because 'twas by men.
It may be you Fear your call was not by the Spirit Because 'twas by men.
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It might be mans speech, and the spirits call. It might be men speech, and the spirits call.
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'Twas Christ that preached to the Ephesians, though it were Paul that spake. Paul tells them Christ came, and preached peace to them, Ephes. 2.17.
'Twas christ that preached to the Ephesians, though it were Paul that spoke. Paul tells them christ Come, and preached peace to them, Ephesians 2.17.
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And yet we know Christ was never at Ephesus; and Paul speakes this, of Christ after the time of his suffering,
And yet we know christ was never At Ephesus; and Paul speaks this, of christ After the time of his suffering,
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as is deducible from vers. 16. Indeed 'twas Christ that preached by Paul: And though man was the trumpet, yet the spirit was the breath, that filled it, when thou wert called from thy sin.
as is deducible from vers. 16. Indeed 'twas christ that preached by Paul: And though man was the trumpet, yet the Spirit was the breath, that filled it, when thou Wertenberg called from thy since.
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Look as in Samuels case, it was the Lord called him, and he thought 'twas Eli (as 'tis 1 Sam. 3.) so it may be with you,
Look as in Samuels case, it was the Lord called him, and he Thought 'twas Eli (as it's 1 Sam. 3.) so it may be with you,
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and the reason may be, as it was in Samuels case:
and the reason may be, as it was in Samuels case:
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He was a child, and so did not know yet (as the text saith) the Lord: It may be thou art a child as yet (O soule) and art not so well able to distinguish of the Lord from men: Thou as yet mayest not be acquainted with the mysteries of the spirit? and therefore thou mayest thinke tis only man,
He was a child, and so did not know yet (as the text Says) the Lord: It may be thou art a child as yet (Oh soul) and art not so well able to distinguish of the Lord from men: Thou as yet Mayest not be acquainted with the Mysteres of the Spirit? and Therefore thou Mayest think this only man,
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when it was the spirit which called thee. Hereafter when thou shalt grow up to a fuller age in Christ, this childish thing,
when it was the Spirit which called thee. Hereafter when thou shalt grow up to a fuller age in christ, this childish thing,
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and feare may be done away:
and Fear may be done away:
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And thou shalt no more speake as a child, and say thou fearest 'twas man only that called thee.
And thou shalt no more speak as a child, and say thou Fearest 'twas man only that called thee.
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But thou shalt be taught of God, and know thou wert called by the spirit.
But thou shalt be taught of God, and know thou Wertenberg called by the Spirit.
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2 Call to minde, in what frame of soule thou wert (if thou canst call it to mind) when thy first call was;
2 Call to mind, in what frame of soul thou Wertenberg (if thou Canst call it to mind) when thy First call was;
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and consider what it was, and is, which doth prevaile with you. Happily thy soul was in a direct way of opposing God:and Consider what it was, and is, which does prevail with you. Happily thy soul was in a Direct Way of opposing God:
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and thou didst little thinke of him, when he called thee: The more unexpected it was, the more of the spirit was in the call. Besides, say O soule:
and thou didst little think of him, when he called thee: The more unexpected it was, the more of the Spirit was in the call. Beside, say Oh soul:
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was it not naked truth, plaine, simple truth, that did, and doth most take with thy heart.
was it not naked truth, plain, simple truth, that did, and does most take with thy heart.
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Surely, the more plaine truth was, which did worke upon you, the more of the spirit was in that worke. Its a rule case;
Surely, the more plain truth was, which did work upon you, the more of the Spirit was in that work. Its a Rule case;
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the lesse of man, the more of God: the less of man, the more of God:
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Art not able to say (O soule) that thou wert going on in a vaine, vile way of living without God;
Art not able to say (Oh soul) that thou Wertenberg going on in a vain, vile Way of living without God;
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and that thou wert so taken up with the world, and vanity, &c. that God was not in all thy thoughts:
and that thou Wertenberg so taken up with the world, and vanity, etc. that God was not in all thy thoughts:
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And that at a time thou didst either read or hear such or such a naked truth: As to instance, that thou wert a child of wrath by nature, that out of Christ there is no hope of salvation, &c. And that hereupon unexpectedly, thou didst find thy heart moved to take another course:
And that At a time thou didst either read or hear such or such a naked truth: As to instance, that thou Wertenberg a child of wrath by nature, that out of christ there is no hope of salvation, etc. And that hereupon unexpectedly, thou didst find thy heart moved to take Another course:
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Peradventure, thou hadst read or heard and didst know the same truth before;
Peradventure, thou Hadst read or herd and didst know the same truth before;
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O but at such or such a time, thou didst find thy heart more wrought upon, by it, then ever.
Oh but At such or such a time, thou didst find thy heart more wrought upon, by it, then ever.
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I beseech you seriously say, hath it not been thus with you? If it hath,
I beseech you seriously say, hath it not been thus with you? If it hath,
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why doubt ye, that your call is not by the spirit? But
why doubt you, that your call is not by the Spirit? But
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3 Call to mind, And in sincerity tell, and confesse, what it was that thou wert ialled from;
3 Call to mind, And in sincerity tell, and confess, what it was that thou Wertenberg ialled from;
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and what it is that thou wert called to, Canst not thou say, thy call was not so much (at lest) not only from misery, but it was from sinne. Tis true, many a man by naturall conscience,and what it is that thou Wertenberg called to, Canst not thou say, thy call was not so much (At lest) not only from misery, but it was from sin. This true, many a man by natural conscience,
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and fleshly principles is thus far wrought upon in a call, that it is willing to come out of misery; I but thy soule can say, it was willing to come from sinne: and 'twas from that, which in thy call, thy heart was taken off.
and fleshly principles is thus Far wrought upon in a call, that it is willing to come out of misery; I but thy soul can say, it was willing to come from sin: and 'twas from that, which in thy call, thy heart was taken off.
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Yea, and art not thou able to say, thou didst find thy heart in thy call, really going out after (as conceiving thou wert called, unto holinesse, (as tis 1 Thes. 4.7.) Cannot you appeale to God, that in your call, you did (at lest that now you do,) find your hearts, not only called and made willing to leave a sorrowfull estate, and come into a happy one: But also to leave a sinfull estate, and come into a holy estate. Certainly,
Yea, and art not thou able to say, thou didst find thy heart in thy call, really going out After (as conceiving thou Wertenberg called, unto holiness, (as this 1 Thebes 4.7.) Cannot you appeal to God, that in your call, you did (At lest that now you do,) find your hearts, not only called and made willing to leave a sorrowful estate, and come into a happy one: But also to leave a sinful estate, and come into a holy estate. Certainly,
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if your call were not only from misery, but from sinne: And if it were to be as well,
if your call were not only from misery, but from sin: And if it were to be as well,
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and as much (nay more) unto holinesse, then unto freedom from misery: I say if you can clear this: (And do not your consciences, oh ye dejected souls witnesse to this) then why do ye doubt? what reason have you to feare, that your call was not of the spirit? To come therefore to the other thing, viz.
and as much (nay more) unto holiness, then unto freedom from misery: I say if you can clear this: (And do not your Consciences, o you dejected Souls witness to this) then why do you doubt? what reason have you to Fear, that your call was not of the Spirit? To come Therefore to the other thing, viz.
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Secondly, To your Conviction. You say you doubt whether that were of the spirit, and evangelicall, or only by the letter, and legall.
Secondly, To your Conviction. You say you doubt whither that were of the Spirit, and Evangelical, or only by the Letter, and Legal.
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Now to satisfie you in this, there are 3 questions which I would put unto you.
Now to satisfy you in this, there Are 3 questions which I would put unto you.
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And in the sincerity of your hearts resolve them. 1 What was the great sin, of which you were, and are convicted:
And in the sincerity of your hearts resolve them. 1 What was the great since, of which you were, and Are convicted:
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when thy heart was convinced of sin, what was the greatest sinne, which then thou wert convinced of.
when thy heart was convinced of since, what was the greatest sin, which then thou Wertenberg convinced of.
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Search your hearts, and consider what answer to give? can you say it was unbeleife:
Search your hearts, and Consider what answer to give? can you say it was unbelief:
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Certainly, if you were convinced of that, it was the spirit which wrought that conviction. I desire not to be mistaken:
Certainly, if you were convinced of that, it was the Spirit which wrought that conviction. I desire not to be mistaken:
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I do not urge this, as if I thought there either were not, or needed not any more conviction then this: I do not urge this, as if I Thought there either were not, or needed not any more conviction then this:
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(for certainly, saving conviction extends it selfe to all sin, and in particular, to our particular speciall sinnes.)
(for Certainly, Saving conviction extends it self to all since, and in particular, to our particular special Sins.)
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But my aime is, to hint something as a signall discovery of conviction by the spirit (and in order to this it is, which I am now speaking.) Now then, wert thou ever convinced of unbeleefe? Hast thou seen this to be a sin? yea,
But my aim is, to hint something as a signal discovery of conviction by the Spirit (and in order to this it is, which I am now speaking.) Now then, Wertenberg thou ever convinced of unbelief? Hast thou seen this to be a since? yea,
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and to be a great sin? Certainly, if thou hast, thy conviction hath been of the Holy Ghost.
and to be a great since? Certainly, if thou hast, thy conviction hath been of the Holy Ghost.
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Its the peculiar worke of the spirit to convince of unbeleefe, as tis John 16.9.11. Many a soule is convinced of these, or these sins:
Its the peculiar work of the Spirit to convince of unbelief, as this John 16.9.11. Many a soul is convinced of these, or these Sins:
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But the soule convinced by the spirit, is convinced of this sin (as of the sin of sinnes) viz. unbeleefe, Oh (saith a soul) which is convinced by the spirit, I know drunkennesse is a sin, uncleannesse is a sinne, pride a sin, &c. But I know unbeleef is a sin as great, ray, greater then them all. This is laid upon my spirit, that Christ is come into the world sweetly discovering the love of God, freely tendering reconcilement in his blood,
But the soul convinced by the Spirit, is convinced of this since (as of the since of Sins) viz. unbelief, O (Says a soul) which is convinced by the Spirit, I know Drunkenness is a since, uncleanness is a sin, pride a since, etc. But I know unbelief is a since as great, ray, greater then them all. This is laid upon my Spirit, that christ is come into the world sweetly discovering the love of God, freely tendering reconcilement in his blood,
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But I (Oh I!) did little see, and much slight him; I did not make it my worke to go after him,
But I (O I!) did little see, and much slight him; I did not make it my work to go After him,
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nor have I been willing when he hath come after me, to accept him. And this (oh this!) hath been (nay, I fear 'tis still) my sin. Oh this base, vile, damnable unbeleefe, is that which hath,
nor have I been willing when he hath come After me, to accept him. And this (o this!) hath been (nay, I Fear it's still) my since. O this base, vile, damnable unbelief, is that which hath,
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and doth lye upon my spirit. Other sins put me in an •••solute necessity, of salvation;
and does lie upon my Spirit. Other Sins put me in an •••solute necessity, of salvation;
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and this sealed me under damnation: and this sealed me under damnation:
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HEE THAT BELEEVETH NOT, HE IS CONDEMNED ALREADY, Oh that Scripture, tooke hold on me, Christ came,
HE THAT BELIEVETH NOT, HE IS CONDEMNED ALREADY, O that Scripture, took hold on me, christ Come,
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and was willing to imbrace, but I would not beleeve;
and was willing to embrace, but I would not believe;
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He came sweetly weeing, and I stood out sinfully rejecting. He tendered grace freely, and I did put off that tender wretchedly;
He Come sweetly weeing, and I stood out sinfully rejecting. He tendered grace freely, and I did put off that tender wretchedly;
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He said come unto me, and ile ease you; and I did not, could not, would not beleeve, and therefore came not to him.
He said come unto me, and Isle ease you; and I did not, could not, would not believe, and Therefore Come not to him.
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This (O this!) I am convinced of, as my sin; and this I doubt is my sin to this day.
This (Oh this!) I am convinced of, as my since; and this I doubt is my since to this day.
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The truth is, I can hardly beleive yet, that Christ came to save sinners.
The truth is, I can hardly believe yet, that christ Come to save Sinners.
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Why, say (Oh soul) doth not thy heart answer to these things, as face to face? is there not a copy of this complaint in the secret tables of thy heart? If there be, pray who should,
Why, say (O soul) does not thy heart answer to these things, as face to face? is there not a copy of this complaint in the secret tables of thy heart? If there be, pray who should,
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nay, who could write it, but the spirit? Who could take these things of Christ, and reveale them unto thee,
nay, who could write it, but the Spirit? Who could take these things of christ, and reveal them unto thee,
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but the spirit? Surely, if none can call Jesus Lord, but by the spirit (as it is 1 Cor. 12.3.but the Spirit? Surely, if none can call jesus Lord, but by the Spirit (as it is 1 Cor. 12.3.
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Then none could be convinced so far of sin, for not receiving of, or beleeving in (which is all one) this Lord Christ, but by the Holy Ghost. But
Then none could be convinced so Far of since, for not receiving of, or believing in (which is all one) this Lord christ, but by the Holy Ghost. But
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Secondly, What is the great principle upon which you are most convicted:
Secondly, What is the great principle upon which you Are most convicted:
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Is it SENSE, or HOPE of divine love. It may be thou hast sometimes tasted how good the Lord is:
Is it SENSE, or HOPE of divine love. It may be thou hast sometime tasted how good the Lord is:
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Peradventure you have had some sence of the love of God, Or, It may be you have only sometimes attained some hopes of divine loves: Now is it this, that doth most affect thy heart, in thy conviction.
Peradventure you have had Some sense of the love of God, Or, It may be you have only sometime attained Some hope's of divine loves: Now is it this, that does most affect thy heart, in thy conviction.
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Doth not thy soule say, Oh! what a vile wretch have I been, who have despised the riches of Gods goodnesse!
Does not thy soul say, Oh! what a vile wretch have I been, who have despised the riches of God's Goodness!
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and who have not been led thereby unto repentance:
and who have not been led thereby unto Repentance:
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Standest thou convinced of the greatnesse of sins, by the consideration of the greatnesse of his love. Because God hath been, is,
Standest thou convinced of the greatness of Sins, by the consideration of the greatness of his love. Because God hath been, is,
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and (thou hopest) will be exceeding good; Art not upon this convinced that thou art and hast been exceeding bad? Surely so much as love, and sweetnesse hath had an influence upon thy conviction,
and (thou hopest) will be exceeding good; Art not upon this convinced that thou art and hast been exceeding bad? Surely so much as love, and sweetness hath had an influence upon thy conviction,
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so much the spirit hath been in it. The hand of wrath may convince a Pharoah that he hath sinned;
so much the Spirit hath been in it. The hand of wrath may convince a Pharaoh that he hath sinned;
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but an eye of love, will make a Peter weep bitterly. Therfore
but an eye of love, will make a Peter weep bitterly. Therefore
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Thirdly, In thy convictions for sin, what sight hast thou had of Christ? The spirit where he convinceth of sin, he also convinceth of righteousnesse, as tis John 16.10. i.e. the spirit convinceth the soule, that albeit it is unrighteous;
Thirdly, In thy convictions for since, what sighed hast thou had of christ? The Spirit where he Convinces of since, he also Convinces of righteousness, as this John 16.10. i.e. the Spirit Convinces the soul, that albeit it is unrighteous;
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yet there is a righteousnesse in Christ, which it may have.
yet there is a righteousness in christ, which it may have.
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The spirit, where he is a messenger of sin (comming in and convincing the soule thereof) he is also an Interpreter (taking the things of Christ,
The Spirit, where he is a Messenger of since (coming in and convincing the soul thereof) he is also an Interpreter (taking the things of christ,
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and so shewing thereof unto the soule) the spirit is, that one of a thousand, to shew unto man his uprightnesse.
and so showing thereof unto the soul) the Spirit is, that one of a thousand, to show unto man his uprightness.
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(as tis Job 33.23.) An hypocrite may be convinced by the Law, but alas!
(as this Job 33.23.) an hypocrite may be convinced by the Law, but alas!
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in that conviction he sees only a Moses: But a Saint is convinced not only by the Law but the Gospell; and therefore in his conviction he sees a Messiah. Canst not thou say (O soul) when thou wert convinced, that thou wert a sinner, thou wert also convinced that there was a Saviour? Didst not thou see a remedy, as well as a disease? a healing plaister, as well as a killing wound. A Saviour, as well beseeching sinners to come unto him, that they might have life;
in that conviction he sees only a Moses: But a Saint is convinced not only by the Law but the Gospel; and Therefore in his conviction he sees a Messiah. Canst not thou say (Oh soul) when thou Wertenberg convinced, that thou Wertenberg a sinner, thou Wertenberg also convinced that there was a Saviour? Didst not thou see a remedy, as well as a disease? a healing plaster, as well as a killing wound. A Saviour, as well beseeching Sinners to come unto him, that they might have life;
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as blaming of them, for not beleeving in him, that they might be free from death.
as blaming of them, for not believing in him, that they might be free from death.
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Surely (soule) its the spirit who giveth life, the letter killeth. Where the letter convinceth only, it doth leave a soule under the sentence of death:
Surely (soul) its the Spirit who gives life, the Letter kills. Where the Letter Convinces only, it does leave a soul under the sentence of death:
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But if together with the sentence of death for sin, thou didst also see the hopes of life, in a righteousnesse;
But if together with the sentence of death for since, thou didst also see the hope's of life, in a righteousness;
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then there was something more, and higher then the letter in thy conviction; even the Holy Ghost.
then there was something more, and higher then the Letter in thy conviction; even the Holy Ghost.
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If then when thou wert convinced, thou didst see unbeleife as the great sin, and divine love as the great aggravation of that unbeleife;
If then when thou Wertenberg convinced, thou didst see unbelief as the great since, and divine love as the great aggravation of that unbelief;
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and yet withall, a sight of free and full righteousnesse tendred as a cure of both: and yet withal, a sighed of free and full righteousness tendered as a cure of both:
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If (I say) thou didst see these things in thy conviction;
If (I say) thou didst see these things in thy conviction;
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why art thou cast down O soule? and why dost thou fear the spirit was not in thy conviction? To go on then to the last branch of this fear and doubt.
why art thou cast down Oh soul? and why dost thou Fear the Spirit was not in thy conviction? To go on then to the last branch of this Fear and doubt.
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Thou sayst (O soul) that dost fear, thy comfort was not from the spirit:
Thou Sayest (Oh soul) that dost Fear, thy Comfort was not from the Spirit:
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At lest, thou sayst, thou dost doubt it.
At lest, thou Sayest, thou dost doubt it.
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Its true, after thy storme, thou didst heare a still voyce, but (sayst thou) was the spirit in that voyce? Sometimes even after conviction, thou dost say thou didst feel comfort, but thou fearest whether it were from the spirit, or from the letter and fancy, &c.
Its true, After thy storm, thou didst hear a still voice, but (Sayest thou) was the Spirit in that voice? Sometime even After conviction, thou dost say thou didst feel Comfort, but thou Fearest whither it were from the Spirit, or from the Letter and fancy, etc.
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Why now in order to the scattering of this fear, let me intreate you to consider these three things.
Why now in order to the scattering of this Fear, let me entreat you to Consider these three things.
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First, Whence it was that thy comfort was fetched, which was brought to thee? was it not such as one of a thousand could not bring? came it not from Jesus Christ, who can only give man his righteousnesse? as it is Job 33, 23. He shall take of mine, and shall shew it unto you (saith Christ of the spirit) Job. 16.15. Where the spirit brings in comfort, it is still shewed to be fetched from Christ. Alas!
First, Whence it was that thy Comfort was fetched, which was brought to thee? was it not such as one of a thousand could not bring? Come it not from jesus christ, who can only give man his righteousness? as it is Job 33, 23. He shall take of mine, and shall show it unto you (Says christ of the Spirit) Job. 16.15. Where the Spirit brings in Comfort, it is still showed to be fetched from christ. Alas!
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canst not thou say, It was not from any creature (men or Angell) that the hope of your comfort came (Alas!
Canst not thou say, It was not from any creature (men or Angel) that the hope of your Comfort Come (Alas!
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miserable Comforters were they all. ) But it was onely from Christ: where the spirit comforts, he doth it still in a discovery of Christ.
miserable Comforters were they all.) But it was only from christ: where the Spirit comforts, he does it still in a discovery of christ.
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As he shewes Christ pierced by the soule, and useth that sight unto conviction: so he discovers Christ willing to imbrace the soul,
As he shows christ pierced by the soul, and uses that sighed unto conviction: so he discovers christ willing to embrace the soul,
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and useth this sight unto consolation. The peace and comfort of some, is rather from a cessation of the trouble of conscience,
and uses this sighed unto consolation. The peace and Comfort of Some, is rather from a cessation of the trouble of conscience,
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then from a sight, and discovery of Christ. then from a sighed, and discovery of christ.
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Now if thy comfort came only from an apprehension of Christ, and from a sight of the things in him;
Now if thy Comfort Come only from an apprehension of christ, and from a sighed of the things in him;
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why art thou disquieted as if thy comfort were not from the spirit? Since,
why art thou disquieted as if thy Comfort were not from the Spirit? Since,
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as no man knoweth the things of a man, save the spirit of man which is in him:
as no man Knoweth the things of a man, save the Spirit of man which is in him:
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Even so, the things of Christ knoweth no man, but the spirit of Christ. But Even so, the things of christ Knoweth no man, but the Spirit of christ. But
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Secondly, How is thy comfort brought in? Is it from Christ, in a free word of grace, offering himselfe to sinners:
Secondly, How is thy Comfort brought in? Is it from christ, in a free word of grace, offering himself to Sinners:
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or is it (as I may say) from a Christ fetcht in by some performances of thine? Certainly, the lesse of self in the manner of Christs comming into the soule, the more of the spirit in the comfort that ariseth thereupon.
or is it (as I may say) from a christ fetched in by Some performances of thine? Certainly, the less of self in the manner of Christ coming into the soul, the more of the Spirit in the Comfort that arises thereupon.
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Some soules have their comfort fetcht in rather by selfe in Christ, (i.e. what they see of themselves, in the way of Christs comming in) then by Christ in himselfe: My meaning is, some soules cannot be comforted in Christ,
some Souls have their Comfort fetched in rather by self in christ, (i.e. what they see of themselves, in the Way of Christ coming in) then by christ in himself: My meaning is, Some Souls cannot be comforted in christ,
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unlesse they see Christ (as it were fetched and) comming in by their Humiliations, Repentings, Prayers, &c. Oh if they can upon them,
unless they see christ (as it were fetched and) coming in by their Humiliations, Repentings, Prayers, etc. O if they can upon them,
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or in them, see a Christ comming in, they can be comforted: This comfort I suspect is legall.
or in them, see a christ coming in, they can be comforted: This Comfort I suspect is Legal.
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But now if thou canst say, thy comfort as it came from Christ, so it came,
But now if thou Canst say, thy Comfort as it Come from christ, so it Come,
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and comes still from Christ, held forth purely in a word of grace; and that, when thou couldest see nothing of seife, to fetch in Christ:
and comes still from christ, held forth purely in a word of grace; and that, when thou Couldst see nothing of seife, to fetch in christ:
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that then in a promise of free grace (as that he dyed for, and justifies the ungodly) when (I say) then, thou wert inabled to receive comfort from Christ,
that then in a promise of free grace (as that he died for, and Justifies the ungodly) when (I say) then, thou Wertenberg enabled to receive Comfort from christ,
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so brought it, without any selfe-qualifications, or performances: Surely, thy comfort is in, and by the spirit, for still the lesse of selfe, the more of him.
so brought it, without any selfe-qualifications, or performances: Surely, thy Comfort is in, and by the Spirit, for still the less of self, the more of him.
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Thirdly, Whereunto doth thy comfort tend? Confider this:
Thirdly, Whereunto does thy Comfort tend? Confider this:
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Tends it to a magnifying of Christ, to a love and labour unto holinesse? or tends it to selfe glorying, and a kind of wantonnesse? Pray mind it;
Tends it to a magnifying of christ, to a love and labour unto holiness? or tends it to self glorying, and a kind of wantonness? Pray mind it;
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If thy comfort have any tendance to magnifie selfe (as if it were something) or to lessen sin (as if it were nothing:) thou hast cause to suspect thy comfort is not of the spirit. For the very hopes of comfort by him tends unto purifying ( Be that hath this hope purifies himselfe, &c.) But now if upon any laste, or hope of comfort from Christ;
If thy Comfort have any tendance to magnify self (as if it were something) or to lessen since (as if it were nothing:) thou hast cause to suspect thy Comfort is not of the Spirit. For the very hope's of Comfort by him tends unto purifying (Be that hath this hope Purifies himself, etc.) But now if upon any laste, or hope of Comfort from christ;
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thy soule begin to admire him in his infinite love, for loving thee: And to abhor sin for provoking him:
thy soul begin to admire him in his infinite love, for loving thee: And to abhor since for provoking him:
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If thy soule is much in adoring him, and not a little in abhorring of solfe. If sence of comfort do make thee melt as it were into a Christ-loving, and Sin-loathing frame:
If thy soul is much in adoring him, and not a little in abhorring of solfe. If sense of Comfort do make thee melt as it were into a Christ-loving, and Sin-loathing frame:
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and make thee study what maner of conversation thou shouldest have for that comfort which thou hast had.
and make thee study what manner of Conversation thou Shouldst have for that Comfort which thou hast had.
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Surely if this be the fruit of thy comfort, thou needest not fear, but that thy comfort is a fruit of the spirit.
Surely if this be the fruit of thy Comfort, thou Needest not Fear, but that thy Comfort is a fruit of the Spirit.
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Thus I have offered something in particular, in order to the raising of such soules as are cast down,
Thus I have offered something in particular, in order to the raising of such Souls as Are cast down,
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and feare that their call, conviction and comfort is not, was not of, or by the Spirit.
and Fear that their call, conviction and Comfort is not, was not of, or by the Spirit.
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To this I will adde some things by way of consideration joyntly, ith reference to the whole. As now,
To this I will add Some things by Way of consideration jointly, ith Referente to the Whole. As now,
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First, Whatsoever thy call, conviction, and comfort be, its precious, and to be prized.
First, Whatsoever thy call, conviction, and Comfort be, its precious, and to be prized.
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Suppose it be only in the letter, (as thou sayst) yet in case it be at all tis precious. How many thousands are there, that no way had either call, conviction, or comfort? But live and lye in sin without any calls, or conviction; and never questioning truth, or ground of comfort, go in mirth (as Jobs phrase is) in a moment downe to Hell.
Suppose it be only in the Letter, (as thou Sayest) yet in case it be At all this precious. How many thousands Are there, that no Way had either call, conviction, or Comfort? But live and lie in since without any calls, or conviction; and never questioning truth, or ground of Comfort, go in mirth (as Jobs phrase is) in a moment down to Hell.
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Secondly, Though your call, conviction and comfort be as yet but common, it may be ere long speciall.
Secondly, Though your call, conviction and Comfort be as yet but Common, it may be ere long special.
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That which is first, is not alwayes spirituall, but that which is naturall, and afterward that which is spirituall (as it is 1 Cor. 15.46.) Christ many times doth ingraft (as some Divines say) grace upon nature. Often times Christ, speciallizeth, (as I may say) and spirituallizeth common workings, such as at first have only been wrought upon in the letter, have afterwards beene wrought on by the spirit. Besides this;
That which is First, is not always spiritual, but that which is natural, and afterwards that which is spiritual (as it is 1 Cor. 15.46.) christ many times does ingraft (as Some Divines say) grace upon nature. Often times christ, speciallizeth, (as I may say) and spirituallizeth Common workings, such as At First have only been wrought upon in the Letter, have afterwards been wrought on by the Spirit. Beside this;
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Thirdly, Consider, if at present thy soule be brought up to close with Christ, that now thou hangest as it were about his feet:
Thirdly, Consider, if At present thy soul be brought up to close with christ, that now thou hangest as it were about his feet:
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mourning onely for the want of his smiles, waiting only for the discoveries of his loves: mourning only for the want of his smiles, waiting only for the discoveries of his loves:
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If now thy soule can say: I see a need of Christ, I am convinced of the want of a Christ;
If now thy soul can say: I see a need of christ, I am convinced of the want of a christ;
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I onely pant after, and look for the injoyment of a Christ:
I only pant After, and look for the enjoyment of a christ:
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& all the comfort that I have, all the support of my spirit, lyes upon this, that I hope, he that shal come, wil come and will not tarry,
& all the Comfort that I have, all the support of my Spirit, lies upon this, that I hope, he that shall come, will come and will not tarry,
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and that the Lord whom thou lookest for, will suddenly come:
and that the Lord whom thou Lookest for, will suddenly come:
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If (I say) this be the [ present frame ] of thy spirit, (and speake soule, is it not so?) why then art thou disquieted? why art thou cast down? why dost thou disturbe thy selfe with this fear, that thy call, conviction, and comfort is not of the spirit? Certainly,
If (I say) this be the [ present frame ] of thy Spirit, (and speak soul, is it not so?) why then art thou disquieted? why art thou cast down? why dost thou disturb thy self with this Fear, that thy call, conviction, and Comfort is not of the Spirit? Certainly,
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when, and where Christ is so discovered to be all in all, and so pressed after, the soul need not cast down it selfe with feare.
when, and where christ is so discovered to be all in all, and so pressed After, the soul need not cast down it self with Fear.
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CHAP. 4. Satisfaction unto such as fear, that all that which is in them, is rather from education, then regeneration.
CHAP. 4. Satisfaction unto such as Fear, that all that which is in them, is rather from education, then regeneration.
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THis was the fourth fear which I touched upon; and the satisfaction hereof, is to be indeavoured next:
THis was the fourth Fear which I touched upon; and the satisfaction hereof, is to be endeavoured next:
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now for such souls as are dejected, and do discover themselves in this fear, that which I shall speak unto them shall be in three steps. As
now for such Souls as Are dejected, and do discover themselves in this Fear, that which I shall speak unto them shall be in three steps. As
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1 Generally, I desire such dejected soules as cry out, Oh all that which is in them is but civillity, and education, and the like, I say, I desire such to consider three things, as,
1 Generally, I desire such dejected Souls as cry out, O all that which is in them is but civility, and education, and the like, I say, I desire such to Consider three things, as,
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First, What it is which in truth doth act them, and carry them on in the things of Christ? Is it only their head, or is it not principally their heart? Education doth seldome ingage conscience: It may,
First, What it is which in truth does act them, and carry them on in the things of christ? Is it only their head, or is it not principally their heart? Education does seldom engage conscience: It may,
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and doth bring into a custome, and this it doth meerly upon head-principall, i.e. a knowledge that such or such a duty is to be done,
and does bring into a custom, and this it does merely upon head-principall, i.e. a knowledge that such or such a duty is to be done,
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and that Parents or Tutors have done it &c. But now to be brought into the wayes of godlinesse upon heart principles (as I may call them) i.e. to do such or such a duty upon conscience,
and that Parents or Tutors have done it etc. But now to be brought into the ways of godliness upon heart principles (as I may call them) i.e. to do such or such a duty upon conscience,
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as finding an ingagement there to them;
as finding an engagement there to them;
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this goes farther then education. Consider then, dost not thou find a heart-ingagement to the things of Christ:
this Goes farther then education. Consider then, dost not thou find a heart-ingagement to the things of christ:
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so that thou hast some love to, and in what thou dost, and a hatred to, and griefe in the contrary:
so that thou hast Some love to, and in what thou dost, and a hatred to, and grief in the contrary:
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Surely, if it be so, here is something more, and higher then education. Then
Surely, if it be so, Here is something more, and higher then education. Then
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Secondly, Consider what if thy naturall relations were dead, or (which is worse) opposite to the things of Christ.
Secondly, Consider what if thy natural relations were dead, or (which is Worse) opposite to the things of christ.
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Suppose this, and search, what wouldest thou be or doe then? Joash his goodnesse of education it dyed with his Tutour Jehoiadah: Its said Joash did that which was right in the sight of the Lord, all the dayes of Jehoiadah the Priest. But after the death of Jehoiadah, we finde that Joash doth not onely leave off that which was right in the sight of the Lord;
Suppose this, and search, what Wouldst thou be or do then? Joash his Goodness of education it died with his Tutor Jehoiada: Its said Joash did that which was right in the sighed of the Lord, all the days of Jehoiada the Priest. But After the death of Jehoiada, we find that Joash does not only leave off that which was right in the sighed of the Lord;
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but he served Groves and Idolls; yea, and he slew Iehoiada's sonne, for testifying against him.but he served Groves and Idols; yea, and he slew Iehoiada's son, for testifying against him.
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Now then suppose thy Parents and Tutor's dead:
Now then suppose thy Parents and Tutor's dead:
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nay, suppose such a sad thing, that all of thy relations were enemyes to the wayes of Christ,
nay, suppose such a sad thing, that all of thy relations were enemies to the ways of christ,
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and that they should and did hate, at lest slight, and scorn all that were godly.
and that they should and did hate, At lest slight, and scorn all that were godly.
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Upon this aske thy heart what it would or doth say to this;
Upon this ask thy heart what it would or does say to this;
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Is not the very supposition of this sad to thy soule? And doth not thy soule say:
Is not the very supposition of this sad to thy soul? And does not thy soul say:
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Oh that thou couldst weepe teares of blood over the soules of thy relations? Does not thy heart say, however they are,
O that thou Couldst weep tears of blood over the Souls of thy relations? Does not thy heart say, however they Are,
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or doe, yet thou, and thy house will serve the Lord.
or do, yet thou, and thy house will serve the Lord.
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Doth not the spirit (upon thy appeale) bear witnesse with thy spirit, that let Father, Mother, Husband, Wife, Master, &c. do what they will,
Does not the Spirit (upon thy appeal) bear witness with thy Spirit, that let Father, Mother, Husband, Wife, Master, etc. do what they will,
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yet thou (by the helpe of Christ) will pray for them, and with full purpose of heart will cleave to him.
yet thou (by the help of christ) will pray for them, and with full purpose of heart will cleave to him.
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Now if it be so, why art thou cast down? why art thou affraid, that thou hast no more then education.
Now if it be so, why art thou cast down? why art thou afraid, that thou hast no more then education.
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Surely a soul thus quallified (as I have hinted) goes far beyond education. If thou hadst nothing but what thou hadst from thy relations in education, thou couldest not act further or against them (as is supposed) in Religion. Therefore
Surely a soul thus qualified (as I have hinted) Goes Far beyond education. If thou Hadst nothing but what thou Hadst from thy relations in education, thou Couldst not act further or against them (as is supposed) in Religion. Therefore
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Thirdly, Consider O soule (that sayst thou fearest thou hast no more then education,) I say consider, canst not thou say, that albeit education did first set thee in the way of godlinesse:
Thirdly, Consider Oh soul (that Sayest thou Fearest thou hast no more then education,) I say Consider, Canst not thou say, that albeit education did First Set thee in the Way of godliness:
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yet since that time, thy soule hath met with that which would have done it (if that had not?) and doth exceedingly confirme thee in it.yet since that time, thy soul hath met with that which would have done it (if that had not?) and does exceedingly confirm thee in it.
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Education is (or may bee) likened to that report which the Samaritan woman made to her neighbours of Christ.
Education is (or may be) likened to that report which the Samaritan woman made to her neighbours of christ.
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Tis true, her report brings them to Christ, but Christs words confirmed them, insomuch as that they told her, now we beleeve, not because of thy saying, This true, her report brings them to christ, but Christ words confirmed them, insomuch as that they told her, now we believe, not Because of thy saying,
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for we have heard him our selves; so canst not thou say: Tis true, all that at first thou hadst was but Education;for we have herd him our selves; so Canst not thou say: This true, all that At First thou Hadst was but Education;
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that is, that which thou hadst from Parents, Friends, &c. But now thou hast something more;
that is, that which thou Hadst from Parents, Friends, etc. But now thou hast something more;
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now thou canst say thou lovest Christ and his wayes; not because thou wert brought up in the knowledge of him and his wayes;
now thou Canst say thou Lovest christ and his ways; not Because thou Wertenberg brought up in the knowledge of him and his ways;
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but because thou hast since tasted him to be sweet, and found his ways pleasant.
but Because thou hast since tasted him to be sweet, and found his ways pleasant.
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I doubt not but that many soules can say this, and why then are they disquieted for feare they have no more then education?
I doubt not but that many Souls can say this, and why then Are they disquieted for Fear they have no more then education?
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To come up therefore one step further in order to the quieting of souls cast down;
To come up Therefore one step further in order to the quieting of Souls cast down;
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and disquieted with this fear, I shall offer some three Inquiries unto them. As now
and disquieted with this Fear, I shall offer Some three Inquiries unto them. As now
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First, In case you should desist, and leave off from the wayes of Christ in which you have been educated:
First, In case you should desist, and leave off from the ways of christ in which you have been educated:
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Inquire, what would your condition be, and how your heart would take it ▪ See, would,
Inquire, what would your condition be, and how your heart would take it ▪ See, would,
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or could your heart be quiet: Should you (thinke ye) be in a comfortable condition.or could your heart be quiet: Should you (think you) be in a comfortable condition.
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Nay, doth not the feare of apostacy trouble you? Doe not you tremble to thinke lest you should fall? Surely, had you no more then education, you would not bee perplexed with these thoughts.
Nay, does not the Fear of apostasy trouble you? Do not you tremble to think lest you should fallen? Surely, had you no more then education, you would not be perplexed with these thoughts.
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Its all one to a Jacke wound up by a mans hand, whether it move, or stand still;
Its all one to a Jake wound up by a men hand, whither it move, or stand still;
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and its all one to one principled no higher then education, whether he prayes or no, heares or no &c. if the hand of educatiours wind him not up, he can bee quiet and still;
and its all one to one principled no higher then education, whither he prays or no, hears or no etc. if the hand of educatiours wind him not up, he can be quiet and still;
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But where life is, there motion must bee, otherwise the creature groanes: And surely, if upon an inquiry this way, thou find cessation, or apostacy would be as death to thee, thou needst not much feare,
But where life is, there motion must be, otherwise the creature groans: And surely, if upon an inquiry this Way, thou find cessation, or apostasy would be as death to thee, thou Needest not much Fear,
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but there is a life of regeneration, and something higher then education in thee. Secondly, Inquire what thy thoughts are upon doing of holy duties:
but there is a life of regeneration, and something higher then education in thee. Secondly, Inquire what thy thoughts Are upon doing of holy duties:
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are thy thoughts then selfeswolne, i.e. art conceited of selfe, as some great one: Are thy thoughts then selfeswolne, i.e. art conceited of self, as Some great one:
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or rather dost not see, thou art an unprofitable servant? and hast done but what (nay, not so much as) thou oughtest? Surely,
or rather dost not see, thou art an unprofitable servant? and hast done but what (nay, not so much as) thou Ought? Surely,
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though education may, and do puffe up, yet its regeneration that humbles and pulls down. Adde hereunto
though education may, and do puff up, yet its regeneration that humbles and pulls down. Add hereunto
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Thirdly, Make inquiry after thy aime in holy actings.
Thirdly, Make inquiry After thy aim in holy actings.
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Is it to be, and do as others? is it to comply with friends, relations, &c. or is it to have communion with Christ? Is it to hold forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darknesse to light? Is not this thy aime to approve thy selfe to God? Its true, education may,
Is it to be, and do as Others? is it to comply with Friends, relations, etc. or is it to have communion with christ? Is it to hold forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness to Light? Is not this thy aim to approve thy self to God? Its true, education may,
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and doth make many do duties, to approve themselves to Parents, Tutors, &c. But its regeneration, which makes this the end of holy actings, to approve on's soule to God.
and does make many do duties, to approve themselves to Parents, Tutors, etc. But its regeneration, which makes this the end of holy actings, to approve on's soul to God.
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Education, may cause a minister to preach, and a Christian to practise, to be approved of by men:
Education, may cause a minister to preach, and a Christian to practise, to be approved of by men:
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But its regeneration which puts on Timothy to study to shew himselfe approved unto God. as tis 1 Tim 3.15.
But its regeneration which puts on Timothy to study to show himself approved unto God. as this 1 Tim 3.15.
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Wherefore O soule why art thou cast down? why sayest or fearest thou, that all which thou hast is onely education? Sith if thou shouldest leave off, thou couldst not be quiet:
Wherefore Oh soul why art thou cast down? why Sayest or Fearest thou, that all which thou hast is only education? Sith if thou Shouldst leave off, thou Couldst not be quiet:
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And yet while thou actest, thou darest not boast• and all that thou aimest at, is above men: Surely, these things, are more then education, But To adde one thing more:
And yet while thou actest, thou Darest not boast• and all that thou aimest At, is above men: Surely, these things, Are more then education, But To add one thing more:
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Suppose it be as thou fearest: Suppose as yet education is thy all, and that all thy principles are parentine: I say suppose this, Quest.Suppose it be as thou Fearest: Suppose as yet education is thy all, and that all thy principles Are parentine: I say suppose this, Quest.
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What then, what if thy feare bee more then a feare, a reallity, what then Oh soule? What then, what if thy Fear be more then a Fear, a reality, what then O soul?
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Answ. What then? why then I may well sit sadly, as I do, and be disquieted more then I am, I may not onely be cast down, but resolve never to rise;Answer What then? why then I may well fit sadly, as I do, and be disquieted more then I am, I may not only be cast down, but resolve never to rise;
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why, if I have no more then education wo is me! for I am undone, &c. Reply. Stay soul! not so sad!
why, if I have no more then education woe is me! for I am undone, etc. Reply. Stay soul! not so sad!
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If it should be that as yet you have no more then education, yet remember, First, Good actings are laudable in themselves.
If it should be that as yet you have no more then education, yet Remember, First, Good actings Are laudable in themselves.
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Holy practises are commendable from any principles: The young man that told Christ he had kept all the commandements from his childhood; had no more then education:
Holy practises Are commendable from any principles: The young man that told christ he had kept all the Commandments from his childhood; had no more then education:
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and yet tis said, Christ looked upon him, and loved him, Mark. 10.21.
and yet this said, christ looked upon him, and loved him, Mark. 10.21.
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I thinke it was but a conceit of Origen, that said Christ kissed him: yet I thinke it may be truly collected, Christ was pleased with his practise,
I think it was but a conceit of Origen, that said christ kissed him: yet I think it may be truly collected, christ was pleased with his practice,
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though he pittied his principles: your actings are laudable and lovely, though your principles be as yet but very low: And besides this, remember.
though he pitied his principles: your actings Are laudable and lovely, though your principles be as yet but very low: And beside this, Remember.
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Secondly, Christ can raise your principles up to your actings when he pleaseth.
Secondly, christ can raise your principles up to your actings when he Pleases.
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Do you continue with open sayles, though rowing and lugging with the Oares of education: The spirit blowes where, and when he listeth.
Do you continue with open sails, though rowing and lugging with the Oars of education: The Spirit blows where, and when he lists.
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He may principle thy actions, and fill thy sailes (ere thou art aware) you know who said, ere ever I was aware, my soul made me like the chariots of my willing people, Cant. 6.12. I will not say Timothy had grace, and was sanctified from the womb, yet I know he was well educated, his unfained faith first dwelt in his Grandmother Lois, and in his mother Eunice (as tis 2 Tim. 1.5.) Christ sanctified his education, and why may be not sanctifie thine.
He may principle thy actions, and fill thy sails (ere thou art aware) you know who said, ere ever I was aware, my soul made me like the chariots of my willing people, Cant 6.12. I will not say Timothy had grace, and was sanctified from the womb, yet I know he was well educated, his unfeigned faith First dwelled in his Grandmother Lois, and in his mother Eunice (as this 2 Tim. 1.5.) christ sanctified his education, and why may be not sanctify thine.
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Why then art thou disquieted (O soule) as fearing thou hast no more then education? It may be but a feare: or if it should be reall, yet there is you see, hope and comfort for this thing.
Why then art thou disquieted (Oh soul) as fearing thou hast no more then education? It may be but a Fear: or if it should be real, yet there is you see, hope and Comfort for this thing.
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CHAP. 5. Satisfaction for such as fear they are at best but Hypocrites,
CHAP. 5. Satisfaction for such as Fear they Are At best but Hypocrites,
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THere are some soules who when they are sadde, and cast down, they cry out against themselves for Hypocrisie. To these I must now speake,
THere Are Some Souls who when they Are sad, and cast down, they cry out against themselves for Hypocrisy. To these I must now speak,
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and in order to the quieting of their disquieted mindes: I shall propose these particulars. First, Its at lest a peece or part of sincerity, to question hypocrisie.
and in order to the quieting of their disquieted minds: I shall propose these particulars. First, Its At lest a piece or part of sincerity, to question hypocrisy.
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Hypocrites doe not use to question themselves: Hypocrites do not use to question themselves:
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Its the very nature of Hypocrisie, to be shye of, and to avoid (as much as possible) any tryall: And its of the nature of sincerity to be questioning.
Its the very nature of Hypocrisy, to be shy of, and to avoid (as much as possible) any trial: And its of the nature of sincerity to be questioning.
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Thy very feare (O soule) of hypocrisie, is a fruit of sincerity. The Pharisee did not suspect himselfe: neither did the Publican purge himselfe: yet you know who went away justified. Christ (O soule) will and (indeed delights to) justifie such as condemne themselves.
Thy very Fear (Oh soul) of hypocrisy, is a fruit of sincerity. The Pharisee did not suspect himself: neither did the Publican purge himself: yet you know who went away justified. christ (Oh soul) will and (indeed delights to) justify such as condemn themselves.
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Thine own suspition is not an evidence of thy hypocrisie. Look as wicked men are said to feare where no feare (i.e. no ground of feare) is: So likewise Saints do sometimes.
Thine own suspicion is not an evidence of thy hypocrisy. Look as wicked men Are said to Fear where no Fear (i.e. no ground of Fear) is: So likewise Saints do sometime.
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Its worth the noting though the Church cry out looke not upon mee because I am blacke: Its worth the noting though the Church cry out look not upon me Because I am black:
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(much like the Leper in the Law, Levit. 13.45.) yet Christ saith of her thou art all faire and hast no spot.
(much like the Leper in the Law, Levit. 13.45.) yet christ Says of her thou art all fair and hast no spot.
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Christ (O soule) can discover sparkles of gold under thy clods of dirt; and he can see peeces of sincerity, even in thy feares of hypocrisie.
christ (Oh soul) can discover sparkles of gold under thy clods of dirt; and he can see Pieces of sincerity, even in thy fears of hypocrisy.
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Secondly, An unknown iniquity, is not an argument of hypocrisie.
Secondly, an unknown iniquity, is not an argument of hypocrisy.
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Sinne must be known, and yet concealed, ere it brand one for an hypocrite. Many soules question their sincerity because of secret sins. Peradventure some corruption bubbles up that they were not aware of;
Sin must be known, and yet concealed, ere it brand one for an hypocrite. Many Souls question their sincerity Because of secret Sins. Peradventure Some corruption bubbles up that they were not aware of;
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they perceive some sin that had a long time laine secret, and this makes them feare they are hypocrites, but it should not.
they perceive Some since that had a long time lain secret, and this makes them Fear they Are Hypocrites, but it should not.
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David is sensible of secret sins, and he cryes out against them, cleanse me from my secret sins, Psal. 19. Yet he can and doth stand to,David is sensible of secret Sins, and he cries out against them, cleanse me from my secret Sins, Psalm 19. Yet he can and does stand to,
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and plead his sincerity, Psal. 26.1; 2. Look as in point of sincerity, its not enough to serve God by doing his will:
and plead his sincerity, Psalm 26.1; 2. Look as in point of sincerity, its not enough to serve God by doing his will:
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But we must know it, and be willing our selves.
But we must know it, and be willing our selves.
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So likewise in the point of hypocrisie, its not simple sinning, but knowing and hiding thereof that makes it so, The Assyrian was Gods rod, and he did serve him;
So likewise in the point of hypocrisy, its not simple sinning, but knowing and hiding thereof that makes it so, The assyrian was God's rod, and he did serve him;
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Howbeit (saith the Text) he meaneth not so, neither doth his heart thinke so, Esa. 10.7. The Assyrian service was not sincere, for he nere meant to doe what he did;Howbeit (Says the Text) he means not so, neither does his heart think so, Isaiah 10.7. The assyrian service was not sincere, for he never meant to do what he did;
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Proportionably, thy sins O soule are not hypocrisie, for as much as thou knewest them not, neither didst mean to keep them if thou didst know them.
Proportionably, thy Sins Oh soul Are not hypocrisy, for as much as thou Knewest them not, neither didst mean to keep them if thou didst know them.
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Quest. Consider this (O sad dejected soul) thy sins which are newly broke out, are they not such as thou didst never dreame of:Quest. Consider this (Oh sad dejected soul) thy Sins which Are newly broke out, Are they not such as thou didst never dream of:
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Is it not that which thy soule loatheth; and thou didst thinke thy selfe most free from? Ans:
Is it not that which thy soul Loathes; and thou didst think thy self most free from? Ans:
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Yes, They are so, and this makes me fear my heart, that it should so long conceale these corruptions which now I see. Yes, They Are so, and this makes me Fear my heart, that it should so long conceal these corruptions which now I see.
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Reply, But know O soule, its a mistake from hence to conclude hypocrisie; Certainly thy ignorance will excuse thee herein:Reply, But know Oh soul, its a mistake from hence to conclude hypocrisy; Certainly thy ignorance will excuse thee herein:
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Hypocrisie is properly a feighning or counterfeiting either of vertue where tis not, or a concealing of vice where it is.
Hypocrisy is properly a feighning or counterfeiting either of virtue where this not, or a concealing of vice where it is.
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Didst ever boast or feigne thy selfe better, then conscience told thee thou wert? or didst ever conceal, or extenuate sins thou knewest in thee? If not,
Didst ever boast or feign thy self better, then conscience told thee thou Wertenberg? or didst ever conceal, or extenuate Sins thou Knewest in thee? If not,
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why fearest thou thy self an hypocrite? Its a painting of a Sepulcher, that denotes hypocrisie, there may be unknowne sins, where there is sincerity. But
why Fearest thou thy self an hypocrite? Its a painting of a Sepulcher, that denotes hypocrisy, there may be unknown Sins, where there is sincerity. But
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Thirdly, Some mixtures of this bitternesse will be in the best, while in the body.
Thirdly, some mixtures of this bitterness will be in the best, while in the body.
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There is no grace so perfect in this life, as that its free from all mixture: Our gold is never so refined, but that there will (at lest) cleave to us some drosse. As the strongest faith doth not free any from all incredulity: So the purest sincerity doth not free from some hypocrisie.
There is no grace so perfect in this life, as that its free from all mixture: Our gold is never so refined, but that there will (At lest) cleave to us Some dross. As the Strongest faith does not free any from all incredulity: So the Purest sincerity does not free from Some hypocrisy.
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Even Peter and Barnabas are taxed by Paul, and recorded by the spirit no have had (at lest) a tange of this bitternesse, they are down-right charged with dissimulation, Gal. 2.13. Its a true assertion of an accute writer, that, Hyporisie is in all, but with so great a difference, that all are not to be called hypocrises.
Even Peter and Barnabas Are taxed by Paul, and recorded by the Spirit not have had (At lest) a tange of this bitterness, they Are downright charged with dissimulation, Gal. 2.13. Its a true assertion of an acute writer, that, Hyporisie is in all, but with so great a difference, that all Are not to be called hypocrises.
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You will not call every doubting soule an Infidell: why should you, because of some remainders of hypocrisie, conclude your selves hypocrites? Job is charged (even by God himselfe) to darken counsell by words without knowledge.
You will not call every doubting soul an Infidel: why should you, Because of Some remainders of hypocrisy, conclude your selves Hypocrites? Job is charged (even by God himself) to darken counsel by words without knowledge.
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And yet God tells Satan, that he was a perfect and upright man. But suppose the worst (O doubting soule) suppose not a little, And yet God tells Satan, that he was a perfect and upright man. But suppose the worst (O doubting soul) suppose not a little,
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but a great deal of hypocrisie, be in thy heart. Consider,
but a great deal of hypocrisy, be in thy heart. Consider,
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Fourthly, Our happinesse is built and bottomed more, and rather upon the sincerity of Christs heart to us,
Fourthly, Our happiness is built and bottomed more, and rather upon the sincerity of Christ heart to us,
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then upon the sincerity of our hearts to him. then upon the sincerity of our hearts to him.
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Christ knew before he loved us, that we would deale treacherously (as it is Esa. 48.8.) Its charged upon the Church that she was not as sincere. (As Solomon describes a wife, i.e. to be one in whom the heart of her husband might trust ) the Lord said of Iudab she was treacherous, and her heart was not turned wholly but [ fainedly ] to him, Ier. 3.10.
christ knew before he loved us, that we would deal treacherously (as it is Isaiah 48.8.) Its charged upon the Church that she was not as sincere. (As Solomon describes a wife, i.e. to be one in whom the heart of her husband might trust) the Lord said of Judah she was treacherous, and her heart was not turned wholly but [ fainedly ] to him, Jeremiah 3.10.
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Yet he saith unto her I am married unto thee, vers. 14. Its our happinesse Christ abideth faithfull (as tis 2 Tim. 2.13.) our welfare is not founded upon our own hearts; but upon his:
Yet he Says unto her I am married unto thee, vers. 14. Its our happiness christ Abideth faithful (as this 2 Tim. 2.13.) our welfare is not founded upon our own hearts; but upon his:
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And as the whole body of sin, and hypocrisie, did not keep him from loving us sincerely at first,
And as the Whole body of since, and hypocrisy, did not keep him from loving us sincerely At First,
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so the remainders of hypocrisie shall not make him to love us lesse now.
so the remainders of hypocrisy shall not make him to love us less now.
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Reader, if thou be not a Spider, I may tell thee this, Christ can, and doth love hypocrites: His heart is sincere, though our hearts be hypocriticall.
Reader, if thou be not a Spider, I may tell thee this, christ can, and does love Hypocrites: His heart is sincere, though our hearts be hypocritical.
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Sucke the speech, and if thou bee a Bee, thou wilt find not onely sweetnesse, but sanctity, yea and sincerity in it too. Suck the speech, and if thou be a be, thou wilt find not only sweetness, but sanctity, yea and sincerity in it too.
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Rouze up O cast downe soule; Christ hath writ his love, and thy life upon his owne heart, not on thine;
Rouse up Oh cast down soul; christ hath writ his love, and thy life upon his own heart, not on thine;
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There it remaines sound, notwithstanding thy rottennesse. The fountaine of free grace is open even for adulterous Iudah, and treacherous Israel.
There it remains found, notwithstanding thy rottenness. The fountain of free grace is open even for adulterous Iudah, and treacherous Israel.
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Object. Yea, but yet my hypocrisie is odious is it not? my double dealing with Christ is dreadfull in it selfe.Object. Yea, but yet my hypocrisy is odious is it not? my double dealing with christ is dreadful in it self.
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I am sure it is so to me: I see it, and while I see it, I cannot but be sad.
I am sure it is so to me: I see it, and while I see it, I cannot but be sad.
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If it bee Christs glory that his heart is sincere towards me? the more its my sin, If it be Christ glory that his heart is sincere towards me? the more its my since,
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and shame, and sorrow, that my heart is not so towards him. and shame, and sorrow, that my heart is not so towards him.
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Answ. True (O soule) thy hypocrisie is thy sin: but thy shame, and sorrow for this, is thy grace (or rather Christs) and thy glory. ForAnswer True (Oh soul) thy hypocrisy is thy since: but thy shame, and sorrow for this, is thy grace (or rather Christ) and thy glory. For
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Fiftly, Its a mercy to have a sight and sence of hypocrisie:
Fifty, Its a mercy to have a sighed and sense of hypocrisy:
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Christ certainly intends a cure, in this opening the wound. Some Hypocrites have a seared conscience. I feare they are incureable. But this discovery of thy disease is a signall of health.
christ Certainly intends a cure, in this opening the wound. some Hypocrites have a seared conscience. I Fear they Are incurable. But this discovery of thy disease is a signal of health.
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Christ deals well with those whom he wounds: he hath balme for the bruised.
christ deals well with those whom he wounds: he hath balm for the Bruised.
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Many a wretch playes the hypocrite all his life, and goes into hell in the conceit, he lived in.
Many a wretch plays the hypocrite all his life, and Goes into hell in the conceit, he lived in.
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Yea, some shall come conceited of sincerity, at last; saying Lord, Lord; But Christ will then make them know what they are.
Yea, Some shall come conceited of sincerity, At last; saying Lord, Lord; But christ will then make them know what they Are.
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Its mercy that he discovers thee to thy selfe here: The Publican is better in his sackcloath confessing, then the Pharisee in his vizzard praising. But.
Its mercy that he discovers thee to thy self Here: The Publican is better in his Sackcloth confessing, then the Pharisee in his vizard praising. But.
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Sixtly, Add to al this, the consideration of the promise of the spirit to them that aske him, Lu. 11.13.
Sixty, Add to all this, the consideration of the promise of the Spirit to them that ask him, Lu. 11.13.
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Though thy spirit be hypocriticall, yet Christs spirit is sincere. Christ hath promised to send him;
Though thy Spirit be hypocritical, yet Christ Spirit is sincere. christ hath promised to send him;
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Its but aske and have: David it seemes was in your case and he prayed. Renew in me a right, or a sincere spirit.
Its but ask and have: David it seems was in your case and he prayed. Renew in me a right, or a sincere Spirit.
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And you know what incouragement he gives.
And you know what encouragement he gives.
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This poore man (said he) he speaks as if he were as poor as thou (oh soul) cryed, and the Lord heard him, Psal. 34.6. Its the Covenant of promise, that he will give a new heart. Object. Tis so indeed;
This poor man (said he) he speaks as if he were as poor as thou (o soul) cried, and the Lord herd him, Psalm 34.6. Its the Covenant of promise, that he will give a new heart. Object. This so indeed;
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but alas, I have prayed, and yet not received: and therefore my joy is not full.
but alas, I have prayed, and yet not received: and Therefore my joy is not full.
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I have groaned under this hypocrisie many yeares: And yet see not the promise of the comming of Christs spirit, &c. Answ. Surely, thou art mistaken (O soule) in saying the spirit is not come:
I have groaned under this hypocrisy many Years: And yet see not the promise of the coming of Christ Spirit, etc. Answer Surely, thou art mistaken (Oh soul) in saying the Spirit is not come:
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Those groanes of thine, are his: That softnesse is an effect of him; Peradventure all thy hypocrisie is not yet cured:
Those groans of thine, Are his: That softness is an Effect of him; Peradventure all thy hypocrisy is not yet cured:
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I said in this life it would not be. The spirit will be a refiners fire all your dayes.
I said in this life it would not be. The Spirit will be a refiners fire all your days.
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Its true, he could burne up all at once;
Its true, he could burn up all At once;
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but thou couldest not bear it. Such a fire would breake thee: Gold-smiths proportionate their fire, else the refining pot would crack: Certainly, the Lord Christ considers, we are but earthen vessells; therefore the refining fire is heated accordingly, The spirit purgeth out hypocrisie by degrees.
but thou Couldst not bear it. Such a fire would break thee: Goldsmiths proportionate their fire, Else the refining pot would Crac: Certainly, the Lord christ considers, we Are but earthen vessels; Therefore the refining fire is heated accordingly, The Spirit Purgeth out hypocrisy by Degrees.
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In time he'l have purged out all. Even this dejection of thine is a degree of purging: And this fruit thou shalt have of this feare:
In time He'll have purged out all. Even this dejection of thine is a degree of purging: And this fruit thou shalt have of this Fear:
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That thy feare of hypocrisie, shall worke for thy sincerity, why then art thou cast downe (O soule?) be not disquieted so with the feare of hypocrisie;
That thy Fear of hypocrisy, shall work for thy sincerity, why then art thou cast down (Oh soul?) be not disquieted so with the Fear of hypocrisy;
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trust in God, waite on the spirit, for thou shalt yet praise him as sincere to thee,
trust in God, wait on the Spirit, for thou shalt yet praise him as sincere to thee,
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and making thee so to him.
and making thee so to him.
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CHAP. 6. Satisfaction for soules who fear they shall never get the victory over corruptions.
CHAP. 6. Satisfaction for Souls who Fear they shall never get the victory over corruptions.
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THe next sort of cast down soules, which I would indeavour to raise up, are such as are much disquieted;
THe next sort of cast down Souls, which I would endeavour to raise up, Are such as Are much disquieted;
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and cry out upon their corruptions, Oh (say they) corruptions are strong, and we are weake:
and cry out upon their corruptions, O (say they) corruptions Are strong, and we Are weak:
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They fight, we oppose as well as we can, but we doubt the conquest. We feare corruption will get the day;
They fight, we oppose as well as we can, but we doubt the conquest. We Fear corruption will get the day;
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well may we be cast downe, while we lye under this fear, &c.
well may we be cast down, while we lie under this Fear, etc.
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Now for the satisfaction of such souls, and in order to the lifting up of their dejected spirits, I would offer,
Now for the satisfaction of such Souls, and in order to the lifting up of their dejected spirits, I would offer,
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& have them to consider these things. First, This combate may consist with, and indeed ever is with a state of grace.
& have them to Consider these things. First, This combat may consist with, and indeed ever is with a state of grace.
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Its the weaknesse of some to think, and say, that their conquest is compleate, and that they are in perfect quiet.
Its the weakness of Some to think, and say, that their conquest is complete, and that they Are in perfect quiet.
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Surely, (I say) these words are rather discoveries of weaknesse, then of strength, and perfection.
Surely, (I say) these words Are rather discoveries of weakness, then of strength, and perfection.
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Israel was not at rest, when in Canaan: Israel was not At rest, when in Canaan:
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Neither are those soules who are troubled with, and for sinnes, in Aegypt. Its not an Israelitish spirit, to say either others,
Neither Are those Souls who Are troubled with, and for Sins, in Egypt. Its not an Israelitish Spirit, to say either Others,
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or our selves are in Aegypt, because we have still combatings. Even in Canaan they had their combatings. God left some there, to keep his people in action.
or our selves Are in Egypt, Because we have still combatings. Even in Canaan they had their combatings. God left Some there, to keep his people in actium.
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Doe not thinke, especially do not conclude thou art still in Aegypt, because thou art not freed from fightings, and feares.
Do not think, especially do not conclude thou art still in Egypt, Because thou art not freed from fightings, and fears.
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Beleive (O soule) thou mayest be in the land of promise, and yet be troubled with the combates. For
Believe (Oh soul) thou Mayest be in the land of promise, and yet be troubled with the combats. For
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Secondly, Even choyce Saints have been as you are, i.e. pestered with corruptions, and troubled with fear of conquest.
Secondly, Even choice Saints have been as you Are, i.e. pestered with corruptions, and troubled with Fear of conquest.
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Paul had been as high as any (even in the third heavens) and yet he had his buffettings, yea,Paul had been as high as any (even in the third heavens) and yet he had his buffetings, yea,
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and he crys out of them again, and again, You think your selves sometimes in a sadder estate then any:
and he cries out of them again, and again, You think your selves sometime in a sadder estate then any:
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And you say, were ever any so wretched as you are? Yes, O soule!
And you say, were ever any so wretched as you Are? Yes, Oh soul!
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Paul, even Paul who came behind none; nay, who was before any in grace, and guifts, he was as wretched as you are; And he crys out so, O wretched man that I am! Paul, even Paul who Come behind none; nay, who was before any in grace, and Gifts, he was as wretched as you Are; And he cries out so, Oh wretched man that I am!
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Marke, that I am (as if none other were as he.) Its a comfortable,
Mark, that I am (as if none other were as he.) Its a comfortable,
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and raising thought, O ye cast downe soules;
and raising Thought, Oh you cast down Souls;
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Other choyce Saints have been in as wretched a condition as you are, by reason of the combatings of corruption. Other choice Saints have been in as wretched a condition as you Are, by reason of the combatings of corruption.
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Thirdly, Consider, its a rich mercy to have a heart to strive with, and to be affraid of corruption.
Thirdly, Consider, its a rich mercy to have a heart to strive with, and to be afraid of corruption.
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Many a wretch is at peace with sin; yea, many are in Covenant with hell and death.
Many a wretch is At peace with since; yea, many Are in Covenant with hell and death.
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Some there be who are so far from fighting with, and fearing of corruption, that they pay tribute to it,
some there be who Are so Far from fighting with, and fearing of corruption, that they pay tribute to it,
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and make provision for it. Many a wretch is a voluntary conquered captive unto sin. And its mercy that you have a heart to strive.
and make provision for it. Many a wretch is a voluntary conquered captive unto since. And its mercy that you have a heart to strive.
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Time was when you were free from righteousnesse (i.e. had none at all) and then you served sin.
Time was when you were free from righteousness (i.e. had none At all) and then you served since.
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Its grace that now you do oppose it, and deny to yeeld service to it.
Its grace that now you do oppose it, and deny to yield service to it.
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Were you at peace with sin, you might feare your enmity with God. But being at warre with it, you may have peace in him. But.
Were you At peace with since, you might Fear your enmity with God. But being At war with it, you may have peace in him. But.
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Fourthly, As long as your soul is kept up in a striving way, its a sign of strength.
Fourthly, As long as your soul is kept up in a striving Way, its a Signen of strength.
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Why should you say, you are weake, and feare &c. sith you are so strong as to fight. Weake ones are not fighters: had you not some divine strength, you could not stand before corruption:
Why should you say, you Are weak, and Fear etc. sith you Are so strong as to fight. Weak ones Are not fighters: had you not Some divine strength, you could not stand before corruption:
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But seeing you are (after long fighting ) able yet to stand, and strive, why are you cast downe,
But seeing you Are (After long fighting) able yet to stand, and strive, why Are you cast down,
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as if you should not get the day? Consider (O dejected soul) that it argues a tree to be well rooted, that stands after much blowing;
as if you should not get the day? Consider (Oh dejected soul) that it argues a tree to be well rooted, that Stands After much blowing;
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And its a signe of a strong and valiant souldier, if he keepe to his ground and flinch not, notwithstanding great combating.
And its a Signen of a strong and valiant soldier, if he keep to his ground and flinch not, notwithstanding great combating.
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And certainly, it may argue unto thee, that (through Christ) thou art yet strong; In as much as still thou art able to strive.
And Certainly, it may argue unto thee, that (through christ) thou art yet strong; In as much as still thou art able to strive.
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Object. Oh but I feare for future (thou wilt say) because (as yet) sin stands strong, notwithstanding all I doe against it, I feare I shall never,Object. O but I Fear for future (thou wilt say) Because (as yet) since Stands strong, notwithstanding all I do against it, I Fear I shall never,
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after all my striving, get the victory over it.
After all my striving, get the victory over it.
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Reply, But why (O soule) shouldst thou thus feare? Peradventure as yet, thou hast not resisted unto blood, in striving against sin. Reply, But why (Oh soul) Shouldst thou thus Fear? Peradventure as yet, thou hast not resisted unto blood, in striving against since.
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Bear up yet a little longer, strive yet still, sin will bleed, and fall ere long. For
Bear up yet a little longer, strive yet still, since will bleed, and fallen ere long. For
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Fiftly, Consider, Its no argument that you shall not conquer; because as yet you have not.
Fifty, Consider, Its no argument that you shall not conquer; Because as yet you have not.
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Thy soule may be victorious, though not yet.
Thy soul may be victorious, though not yet.
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That party that is put hard to it at first, may come off with the conquest afterward.
That party that is put hard to it At First, may come off with the conquest afterwards.
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Its a certaine truth, that Jesus Christ shall get the full conquest over all things: and that he shall bring every thing into subjection to himselfe.
Its a certain truth, that jesus christ shall get the full conquest over all things: and that he shall bring every thing into subjection to himself.
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But now we see not [ yet ] all things under him, Heb. 2.8.
But now we see not [ yet ] all things under him, Hebrew 2.8.
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It were a saying fallacious at first hearing, to say Christ shall not put all things under him,
It were a saying fallacious At First hearing, to say christ shall not put all things under him,
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because as yet we do not now see it.
Because as yet we do not now see it.
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What if as yet thou hast not got the victory over corruption? Mayest not thou be a conqueror hereafter, although not new. Some that have been worsted in the morning, have yet been conquerers ere •ight. Operis victoria finis;
What if as yet thou hast not god the victory over corruption? Mayest not thou be a conqueror hereafter, although not new. some that have been worsted in the morning, have yet been conquerors ere •ight. Operis victoria finis;
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Its the end that declares the conquest.
Its the end that declares the conquest.
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Be not cast down O soule, notwithstanding thy corruption doth as yet hold up, thou mayst in the end conquer for all that. But besides, pray consider.
Be not cast down Oh soul, notwithstanding thy corruption does as yet hold up, thou Mayest in the end conquer for all that. But beside, pray Consider.
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Sixtly, That your soul gets many a victory that you mind not. You rout sin many a time, if you did but marke it.
Sixty, That your soul gets many a victory that you mind not. You rout since many a time, if you did but mark it.
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Your soule is so eager after a full, and finall conquest, that you do not observe many particular successes, you give pride, unbeleefe, uncleannesse, &c. many a desperate gash, but though it be desperate (in the heat and height of your spirits) you regard it not,
Your soul is so eager After a full, and final conquest, that you do not observe many particular Successes, you give pride, unbelief, uncleanness, etc. many a desperate gash, but though it be desperate (in the heat and height of your spirits) you regard it not,
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because tis not dead. Say (O dejected soule) hath not Christ helped thee many a time, to put a temptation to flight; yea,
Because this not dead. Say (Oh dejected soul) hath not christ helped thee many a time, to put a temptation to flight; yea,
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and to give thy corruptions a wound? And if so, why art thou cast downe with feare of being conquered.
and to give thy corruptions a wound? And if so, why art thou cast down with Fear of being conquered.
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Christ will perfect victory for thee in the end. However mind it. Seventhly, Sin shall never get the victory ever you.
christ will perfect victory for thee in the end. However mind it. Seventhly, since shall never get the victory ever you.
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Had you but faith, (at lest) could you beleeve this, you would not feare.
Had you but faith, (At lest) could you believe this, you would not Fear.
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Is it not expresly said, Ro. 6.14. Sin shall not have dominion over you:
Is it not expressly said, Ro. 6.14. since shall not have dominion over you:
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The word signifies to have Lordship. Peradventure it may give you a foile, but it shall not finally give you a fall. It shall never Lord it over you, by vertue of a full and finall conquest.
The word signifies to have Lordship. Peradventure it may give you a foil, but it shall not finally give you a fallen. It shall never Lord it over you, by virtue of a full and final conquest.
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'Twas said of the Romans, that they were sometimes overcome in battell, but never in the War the meaning is, they were sometimes routed in an on-set, but never conquered.
'Twas said of the Roman, that they were sometime overcome in battle, but never in the War the meaning is, they were sometime routed in an onset, but never conquered.
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Certainly, (O poor dejected spirits) you shall never be totally conquered by your corruptions.
Certainly, (Oh poor dejected spirits) you shall never be totally conquered by your corruptions.
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Christ hath said it, that the gates of hell shall never prevaile against his Church.
christ hath said it, that the gates of hell shall never prevail against his Church.
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And there is the same regard of the whole Church, and of every particular member, in regard of the cheifest priviledges, 〈 ◊ 〉 graces that accompany salvation. And there is the same regard of the Whole Church, and of every particular member, in regard of the chiefest privileges, 〈 ◊ 〉 graces that accompany salvation.
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Hell (neither without thee, in temptations, nor within thee in corruptions) shall never prevaile against thee (O soule) thy Lord hath delivered it,
Hell (neither without thee, in temptations, nor within thee in corruptions) shall never prevail against thee (Oh soul) thy Lord hath Delivered it,
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and why shouldest thou doubt it. Adde to all this,
and why Shouldst thou doubt it. Add to all this,
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Lastly, If you could but beleeve, you might see victory waiting on you, over every corruption.
Lastly, If you could but believe, you might see victory waiting on you, over every corruption.
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Had you Pauls eys (even in that combate) the sence of which makes you (as it did him) groane ) you could see the conquest.
Had you Paul's eyes (even in that combat) the sense of which makes you (as it did him) groan) you could see the conquest.
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And be able to be so farre from being cast downe, with a feare of being conquered:
And be able to be so Far from being cast down, with a Fear of being conquered:
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as that in the faith of conquest you would (as he did) thank God through Jesus Christ our Lord, Rom. 7.21. Christ dyed as well to free you from the conquest of sin here, as the condemnation of it hereafter.
as that in the faith of conquest you would (as he did) thank God through jesus christ our Lord, Rom. 7.21. christ died as well to free you from the conquest of since Here, as the condemnation of it hereafter.
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In his death you dyed, and by the vertue thereof sin in you shall be crucified.
In his death you died, and by the virtue thereof since in you shall be Crucified.
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The Apostle bids you indeed reckon upon this, as tis Rom. 6.11. Mind these things, O cast down soule, and in the consideration of them, rouze, and raise up your spirits;
The Apostle bids you indeed reckon upon this, as this Rom. 6.11. Mind these things, Oh cast down soul, and in the consideration of them, rouse, and raise up your spirits;
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and say, why are we cast down and disquieted, with fears lest corruption should be too hard for us;
and say, why Are we cast down and disquieted, with fears lest corruption should be too hard for us;
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or doubts, that we should never conquer it? The Apostle hath said it shall not have dominion over us; yea,
or doubts, that we should never conquer it? The Apostle hath said it shall not have dominion over us; yea,
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and that we are (in all things) more then conquerors through Christ.
and that we Are (in all things) more then conquerors through christ.
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CHAP. 7. Satisfaction for soules doubting whether as yet they have closed with Christ.
CHAP. 7. Satisfaction for Souls doubting whither as yet they have closed with christ.
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THe seventh sort of feares which fill the soule when its cast downe, are about its closing with Christ, Some there are (as I noted) that (when they are cast downe) cry out, Oh they fear!
THe seventh sort of fears which fill the soul when its cast down, Are about its closing with christ, some there Are (as I noted) that (when they Are cast down) cry out, O they Fear!
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they never did truly close with Christ in all their lives, at lest in a saving way.
they never did truly close with christ in all their lives, At lest in a Saving Way.
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They have so many feares, and so little faith; so much doubting, and so little assurance, that they thinke and fear, they never did in a right Gospell way close with Jesus Christ.
They have so many fears, and so little faith; so much doubting, and so little assurance, that they think and Fear, they never did in a right Gospel Way close with jesus christ.
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Now that I might satisfie such soules, and raise them; I shall propose these particulars. First, Its possible, to have closed with Christ, and yet to doubt it.
Now that I might satisfy such Souls, and raise them; I shall propose these particulars. First, Its possible, to have closed with christ, and yet to doubt it.
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All experienced Divines, and Christians know, that faith, and doubting may dwell together.
All experienced Divines, and Christians know, that faith, and doubting may dwell together.
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Its true, faith (as faith) doth not doubt, but yet where faith is, there doubting may be, Experience witnesseth to this, that hypocrites may and doe thinke, they have closed with Christ, when they have not:
Its true, faith (as faith) does not doubt, but yet where faith is, there doubting may be, Experience Witnesseth to this, that Hypocrites may and do think, they have closed with christ, when they have not:
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And why should not we conceive as well on the other hard;
And why should not we conceive as well on the other hard;
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that Saints may have closed with Christ, and yet think they have not? It may indeed be questioned,
that Saints may have closed with christ, and yet think they have not? It may indeed be questioned,
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whether the soule doth act faith, and know it not:
whither the soul does act faith, and know it not:
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But I thinke it cannot be denyed, but that the soule may have faith, and not act it.
But I think it cannot be denied, but that the soul may have faith, and not act it.
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Peradventure, its not possible in the act of closing, to be ignorant thereof; But certainly after the act, tis possible to doubt.
Peradventure, its not possible in the act of closing, to be ignorant thereof; But Certainly After the act, this possible to doubt.
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Inasmuch, as the soule may question, whether that act were right. I do not fear to lay downe this as an undenyable truth, that soules may have closed with Christ, and yet doubt it.
Inasmuch, as the soul may question, whither that act were right. I do not Fear to lay down this as an undeniable truth, that Souls may have closed with christ, and yet doubt it.
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This is the first thing I propose.
This is the First thing I propose.
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The second is, Its possible, that all the grounds upon which the soule questions its closing with Christ, may be weake and false.
The second is, Its possible, that all the grounds upon which the soul questions its closing with christ, may be weak and false.
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As the grounds upon which hypocrites conceit their faith to be good, may be, and are false, and insufficient;
As the grounds upon which Hypocrites conceit their faith to be good, may be, and Are false, and insufficient;
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So likewise the grounds upon which a sound beleever may question his faith as bad, may be fallible and false too.
So likewise the grounds upon which a found believer may question his faith as bad, may be fallible and false too.
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In this case a Saints feare, and an hypocrites presumption, may be both alike groundlesse.
In this case a Saints Fear, and an Hypocrites presumption, may be both alike groundless.
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These grounds I find amongst others, as the main of this feare. 1 Want of assurance. 2 A not seeing of Christ sweetly.
These grounds I find among Others, as the main of this Fear. 1 Want of assurance. 2 A not seeing of christ sweetly.
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3 An inabillity to trust Christ for other things. 4 Some kinde of blasphemous thoughts of Christ.
3 an inabillity to trust christ for other things. 4 some kind of blasphemous thoughts of christ.
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Now neither of these are grounds firm enough to build this upon, that ones closing with Christ is false.
Now neither of these Are grounds firm enough to built this upon, that ones closing with christ is false.
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First, Want of assurance cannot make •ut a not closing with Christ. Assurance is rather a consequent, i.e. a thing that followes;
First, Want of assurance cannot make •ut a not closing with christ. Assurance is rather a consequent, i.e. a thing that follows;
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then a concomitant, i.e. a thing that goes with our closing with Christ. I know some that make assurance and faith all one:
then a concomitant, i.e. a thing that Goes with our closing with christ. I know Some that make assurance and faith all one:
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But as yet I am unconvinced of any thing that might make that good, that every soule that hath closed with Christ is assured thereof.
But as yet I am unconvinced of any thing that might make that good, that every soul that hath closed with christ is assured thereof.
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I can perswade my selfe, that many have closed with Christ, who yet cannot say they have assurance,
I can persuade my self, that many have closed with christ, who yet cannot say they have assurance,
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nay, who cry out thus, they doubt they never closed with Christ. Many soules say indeed, they fear they never closed with Christ because they want assurance.
nay, who cry out thus, they doubt they never closed with christ. Many Souls say indeed, they Fear they never closed with christ Because they want assurance.
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O say they, could we doubt so much, if we did beleeve;
O say they, could we doubt so much, if we did believe;
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had we closed with Christ aright, we should have been assured of salvation, long ere this &c.
had we closed with christ aright, we should have been assured of salvation, long ere this etc.
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But surely, the soules mistake, 1 themselves, and 2 assurance.
But surely, the Souls mistake, 1 themselves, and 2 assurance.
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First, They mistake themselves, in that they thinke assurance is an act of theirs. Its a part of the spirits sealing, not of their closing.
First, They mistake themselves, in that they think assurance is an act of theirs. Its a part of the spirits sealing, not of their closing.
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Its true, he that beleeveth hath the witnesse in himselfe as tis 1 Iohn 5.10.
Its true, he that Believeth hath the witness in himself as this 1 John 5.10.
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But that witnesse is, that God is true, in what he saith of Christ (as is clear by the context there) but its not this assurance, that really I have closed with,
But that witness is, that God is true, in what he Says of christ (as is clear by the context there) but its not this assurance, that really I have closed with,
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and am one with Jesus Christ. Yea,
and am one with jesus christ. Yea,
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Secondly, They mistake assurance, in that they make it the formallity of faith, which is rather a fruit. Faith is this, That the soule fully beleeving a free tender of Christ to sinners, goes forth, to close with, and rely upon Christ.
Secondly, They mistake assurance, in that they make it the formality of faith, which is rather a fruit. Faith is this, That the soul Fully believing a free tender of christ to Sinners, Goes forth, to close with, and rely upon christ.
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Its not an assurance of an interest in Christ, that is the evidence, not the act of closing.
Its not an assurance of an Interest in christ, that is the evidence, not the act of closing.
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So that its not ground enough for thee (O soule) to doubt thy aright closing with Christ, because thou wantest assurance. No nor
So that its not ground enough for thee (Oh soul) to doubt thy aright closing with christ, Because thou Wantest assurance. No nor
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Secondly, Its not ground enough for thee to doubt thy closing with Christ, because of his not smiling upon thee.
Secondly, Its not ground enough for thee to doubt thy closing with christ, Because of his not smiling upon thee.
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Verily, (say some poor dejected soules) we never as yet did in a right way close with Christ:
Verily, (say Some poor dejected Souls) we never as yet did in a right Way close with christ:
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for he never as yet smiled on us. Ah! his smiles are our life: but alas!
for he never as yet smiled on us. Ah! his smiles Are our life: but alas!
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we see not them, and therefore we cannot but question our closing with him. But this is not a sufficient ground, for the one may be, without the other.
we see not them, and Therefore we cannot but question our closing with him. But this is not a sufficient ground, for the one may be, without the other.
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The child may truly hang about the mothers necke, and yet she not kisse it. The child may truly hang about the mother's neck, and yet she not kiss it.
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Yea, and the mother may sincerely love, though she do not smilingly look upon the child.
Yea, and the mother may sincerely love, though she do not smilingly look upon the child.
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Christ called the woman of Canaan a dog; and yet he loved her as a lamb: she beleeved,
christ called the woman of Canaan a dog; and yet he loved her as a lamb: she believed,
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and closed with him (to such a height that he said, she had great faith ) and yet notwithstanding, Christ smiled not upon her (at lest) at first.
and closed with him (to such a height that he said, she had great faith) and yet notwithstanding, christ smiled not upon her (At lest) At First.
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Thou mayst have closed with, though as yet thou seest not a smile in the face of Christ towards thee.
Thou Mayest have closed with, though as yet thou See not a smile in the face of christ towards thee.
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Do not question thy closing with him, for want of his smiling upon thee. No neither
Do not question thy closing with him, for want of his smiling upon thee. No neither
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Thirdly, Its not your inabillity to trust Christ for other things, that should make you question your closing with him.
Thirdly, Its not your inabillity to trust christ for other things, that should make you question your closing with him.
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I doe not doubt but that David did trust God for the life of his soule,
I do not doubt but that David did trust God for the life of his soul,
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when yet he did not for the life of his body:
when yet he did not for the life of his body:
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Albeit he said he should one day fall (i.e. dye) by the hand of Saul.
Albeit he said he should one day fallen (i.e. die) by the hand of Saul.
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Yet certainly, he had and did close with Christ for his soule.
Yet Certainly, he had and did close with christ for his soul.
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The promise holding forth Christ, is absolute and full: the promise holding forth the creature, is oft conditionall and short: The soul may close with the one, and not with the other.
The promise holding forth christ, is absolute and full: the promise holding forth the creature, is oft conditional and short: The soul may close with the one, and not with the other.
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A soule may not be able to close with a promise for life, health, safety, wealth, &c. and yet he may close with a promise of Christ.
A soul may not be able to close with a promise for life, health, safety, wealth, etc. and yet he may close with a promise of christ.
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Hee hath not the same ground for the one, that he hath for the other Nay,
He hath not the same ground for the one, that he hath for the other Nay,
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Lastly, Some kind of blasphemous thoughts of Christ, are not a sufficient ground to question our closing with Christ.
Lastly, some kind of blasphemous thoughts of christ, Are not a sufficient ground to question our closing with christ.
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Satan may indeavour to represent Christ ugly to the soule, that closeth with him as beautifull. Why should a soule think, that Satan may not as well make it question whether Christ be the son of God:
Satan may endeavour to represent christ ugly to the soul, that closeth with him as beautiful. Why should a soul think, that Satan may not as well make it question whither christ be the son of God:
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as he did indeavour to make Christ himselfe to doubt it. Many a precious heart, who hath high thoughts of Christ as precious; as he did endeavour to make christ himself to doubt it. Many a precious heart, who hath high thoughts of christ as precious;
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may yet upon Satans injections, be tempted to question his deity. But why should they question their closing with Christ, upon Satans suggestions? Suppose a woman married to some man;
may yet upon Satan injections, be tempted to question his deity. But why should they question their closing with christ, upon Satan suggestions? Suppose a woman married to Some man;
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loving him as the handsomest, and del•ghting in him as her Head, and Husband:
loving him as the handsomest, and del•ghting in him as her Head, and Husband:
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Suppose that some person hating and maligning her Husband, should still haunt her, and be bawling in her eare, that her Husband is deformed, unlively, 〈 ◊ 〉, &c should she for this, call her marriage in question.
Suppose that Some person hating and maligning her Husband, should still haunt her, and be bawling in her ear, that her Husband is deformed, unlively, 〈 ◊ 〉, etc. should she for this, call her marriage in question.
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Mind it (O ye spirituall Spouses of the Lord Jesus!) you are married unto Christ, your soules may close with Christ,
Mind it (Oh you spiritual Spouses of the Lord jesus!) you Are married unto christ, your Souls may close with christ,
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and yet Satan may dog you, and haunt you, and put in hard and blasphemous thoughts into you:
and yet Satan may dog you, and haunt you, and put in hard and blasphemous thoughts into you:
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while yet notwithstanding you reject them, mourn under them, and are troubled at them; and certainly 'twere weaknesse in you, to question your closing with Christ, because of these blasphemous thoughts. Quest:
while yet notwithstanding you reject them, mourn under them, and Are troubled At them; and Certainly 'twere weakness in you, to question your closing with christ, Because of these blasphemous thoughts. Quest:
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But you will say, Doth not closing with Christ deliver the soule from blasphemous thoughts of Christ?
But you will say, Does not closing with christ deliver the soul from blasphemous thoughts of christ?
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Answ. No, It only secures the soule from closing with them. Answer No, It only secures the soul from closing with them.
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Its one thing to have, another thing to close with blasphemous thoughts. The soule that is closed with Christ, will not close with blasphemous thoughts (no more dost thou O soul, dost thou? are they not as a dagger unto thy heart.
Its one thing to have, Another thing to close with blasphemous thoughts. The soul that is closed with christ, will not close with blasphemous thoughts (no more dost thou Oh soul, dost thou? Are they not as a dagger unto thy heart.
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) What though Satan speak ill of thy husband Christ to thee;
) What though Satan speak ill of thy husband christ to thee;
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shall his blasphemy (for its not thine ) make thee question thy faith? Why then art thou cast down upon that,
shall his blasphemy (for its not thine) make thee question thy faith? Why then art thou cast down upon that,
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as if thou didst not, hast not closed with him? But to passe from this.
as if thou didst not, hast not closed with him? But to pass from this.
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Thirdly, I would intreate soules cast down, and doubting their closing with Christ, to consider, What right closing with Christ is. Summarily, its this:
Thirdly, I would entreat Souls cast down, and doubting their closing with christ, to Consider, What right closing with christ is. Summarily, its this:
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For the soule upon the sight of a necessity of Christ, to go out to close with,
For the soul upon the sighed of a necessity of christ, to go out to close with,
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or to cast its selfe upon Christ, as freely tendred. or to cast its self upon christ, as freely tendered.
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Saith the poor soule, I see Christ tendred freely, and I am sensible I need him fully, hereupon I go and lye down at his feet.
Says the poor soul, I see christ tendered freely, and I am sensible I need him Fully, hereupon I go and lie down At his feet.
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This is summarily to close with him. You must remember to distinguish between taking and tasting of Christ;
This is summarily to close with him. You must Remember to distinguish between taking and tasting of christ;
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Taking is closing, tasting is comfort. The one is not the other.Taking is closing, tasting is Comfort. The one is not the other.
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It may be (O soule) thou hast not as yet tasted Christ, yet thou mayst have taken Christ.
It may be (Oh soul) thou hast not as yet tasted christ, yet thou Mayest have taken christ.
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The woman that sat at Christs feet weeping, had taken Christ (for Christ speakes of her faith:) but she did not tast him, till he said thy sins are forgiven thee. Weeping soules!
The woman that sat At Christ feet weeping, had taken christ (for christ speaks of her faith:) but she did not taste him, till he said thy Sins Are forgiven thee. Weeping Souls!
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you sit at Christs feet, but it may be you have not as yet tasted his favour.
you fit At Christ feet, but it may be you have not as yet tasted his favour.
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Learn to know that your closing with him for forgivenesse, is distinct from his saying to you, your sinnes are forgiven.
Learn to know that your closing with him for forgiveness, is distinct from his saying to you, your Sins Are forgiven.
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This consideration (weighed) would much satisfie such, as being cast downe, question their closing with Christ.
This consideration (weighed) would much satisfy such, as being cast down, question their closing with christ.
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But to this I shall adde more. Therefore.
But to this I shall add more. Therefore.
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Fourthly, Pray mind this, Our safety and welfare doth more, and rather depend upon Christs closing with us,
Fourthly, Pray mind this, Our safety and welfare does more, and rather depend upon Christ closing with us,
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then upon our closing with him And Christ knowes that, when we do not know this.then upon our closing with him And christ knows that, when we do not know this.
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Here is the surest seale of our salvation, the Lord knoweth who are his, 2 Tim. 2.19. Christ (Oh soul) closeth with thee, and he doth know it, though thou knowest not thy closing with him.
Here is the Surest seal of our salvation, the Lord Knoweth who Are his, 2 Tim. 2.19. christ (O soul) closeth with thee, and he does know it, though thou Knowest not thy closing with him.
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The child is not so safe in holding about the mothers necke, as it is in being in the mothers armes. The child is not so safe in holding about the mother's neck, as it is in being in the mother's arms.
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Jesus Christ (O ye cast down soules) holds you in his armes: and this is your safety.
jesus christ (Oh you cast down Souls) holds you in his arms: and this is your safety.
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Suppose thou cannot see thy closing with him, yet he knowes his own closing with you:
Suppose thou cannot see thy closing with him, yet he knows his own closing with you:
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And his arme is stronger and surer to hold us to him, then ours are to hold him to us. Yea,
And his arm is Stronger and Surer to hold us to him, then ours Are to hold him to us. Yea,
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Fiftly, I propose this also unto thee O soule, who art dejected, and questionest thy closing with Christ.
Fifty, I propose this also unto thee Oh soul, who art dejected, and Questionest thy closing with christ.
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Jesus Christ must, and doth close with us, ere wee can or do close with him. jesus christ must, and does close with us, ere we can or do close with him.
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The shepherd must and doth goe after the sheep, and not the sheep after him.
The shepherd must and does go After the sheep, and not the sheep After him.
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Christ is our shepherd, and he leaves the Ninty and nine sheepe, to seeke thee one;
christ is our shepherd, and he leaves the Ninty and nine sheep, to seek thee one;
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and having found he layes it upon his shoulders. Did you ever hear of a lost sheep that sought the shepherd;
and having found he lays it upon his shoulders. Did you ever hear of a lost sheep that sought the shepherd;
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and laid hold on the shepherd? you have not chosen me, but I have chosen you (saith Christ) Joh. 15.16.
and laid hold on the shepherd? you have not chosen me, but I have chosen you (Says christ) John 15.16.
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And the Apostle tels us, that he loved us first. Christ (O soule) is first in the action of closing:
And the Apostle tells us, that he loved us First. christ (Oh soul) is First in the actium of closing:
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And he may be stretching forth his hand to close with thee, though thou be not stretching forth to close with him. Therefore.
And he may be stretching forth his hand to close with thee, though thou be not stretching forth to close with him. Therefore.
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Sixtly, and lastly, Suppose (O soule dejected and cast downe!) I say suppose it be as thou fearest, that as yet, thou hast not closed with Christ:
Sixty, and lastly, Suppose (Oh soul dejected and cast down!) I say suppose it be as thou Fearest, that as yet, thou hast not closed with christ:
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What hinders but that thou mayest close with him now? To day if you will heare his voyce, harden not your heart.What hinders but that thou Mayest close with him now? To day if you will hear his voice, harden not your heart.
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He begs now, do thou close now.
He begs now, do thou close now.
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Rouze up thy soule, and close with Christ (even while thou readest) he stands with open armes, ready to imbrace thee, yea,
Rouse up thy soul, and close with christ (even while thou Readest) he Stands with open arms, ready to embrace thee, yea,
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and with open mouth (as I may say) calling after thee. Quest. What is it then that hinders?
and with open Mouth (as I may say) calling After thee. Quest. What is it then that hinders?
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Answ. This hinders (will you say) I fear unworthinesse, and I find unablenesse: I am neither filling nor able. Answer This hinders (will you say) I Fear unworthiness, and I find unableness: I am neither filling nor able.
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Reply, Why know (O soule) unworthinesse should not keep thee off, sith he calls thee.Reply, Why know (Oh soul) unworthiness should not keep thee off, sith he calls thee.
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Because the man was blind when Christ called, should be not go? This is that that makes Christs grace so worthy, that it closeth with such as are unworthy.
Because the man was blind when christ called, should be not go? This is that that makes Christ grace so worthy, that it closeth with such as Are unworthy.
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And as to thy inability; know he'le helpe thee.
And as to thy inability; know he'll help thee.
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The mother will stoop to take up the child in her armes, that cannot clime up to her necke. The mother will stoop to take up the child in her arms, that cannot climb up to her neck.
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Christ (O soule) will help thee to close with himselfe. Do but look up to him, and tis don.
christ (Oh soul) will help thee to close with himself. Do but look up to him, and this dONE.
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David sayes he'le make his prayer and looke up. Do thou (O soul) Christ bids thee (and let that incourage thee.) Look unto me, and be saved, Esa: 45.22. What canst thou do lesse? and behold! he requires no more.David Says he'll make his prayer and look up. Do thou (Oh soul) christ bids thee (and let that encourage thee.) Look unto me, and be saved, Isaiah: 45.22. What Canst thou do less? and behold! he requires no more.
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Wherefore then art thou cast down? and why art thou disquieted, O soul? Suppose that as yet (however considering that which hath been hinted, thou mayest have no cause to suppose it) but I say suppose it, that as yet thou hast not closed with Christ, the doore of grace is yet open,
Wherefore then art thou cast down? and why art thou disquieted, Oh soul? Suppose that as yet (however considering that which hath been hinted, thou Mayest have no cause to suppose it) but I say suppose it, that as yet thou hast not closed with christ, the door of grace is yet open,
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and tis free for thee to do it now: and this free for thee to do it now:
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Bee not therefore dejected, nor cast downe, for as yet thou mayest close with, and rejoyce in Jesus Christ as thine.
be not Therefore dejected, nor cast down, for as yet thou Mayest close with, and rejoice in jesus christ as thine.
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CHAP. 8. I mentioned in the former Section an Eighth feare, which discovers it selfe in some dejected soules and that was, A fear of denying Christ.
CHAP. 8. I mentioned in the former Section an Eighth Fear, which discovers it self in Some dejected Souls and that was, A Fear of denying christ.
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Some poor cast downe soules are much disquieted with this fear:
some poor cast down Souls Are much disquieted with this Fear:
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Oh say they, should we be brought up to the tryall, we should deny Christ. Its true (say they) peradventure wee may never actually be brought unto it,
O say they, should we be brought up to the trial, we should deny christ. Its true (say they) Peradventure we may never actually be brought unto it,
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yet its good to try our hearts; whether the love of Christ in us bee as strong as death:
yet its good to try our hearts; whither the love of christ in us be as strong as death:
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And alas, upon the tryal, we see ground to suspect it. Surely, we find we love our life, more then Christ, and we feare we should sooner deny him, then dye for him. Thus do many disquiet themselves.
And alas, upon the trial, we see ground to suspect it. Surely, we find we love our life, more then christ, and we Fear we should sooner deny him, then die for him. Thus do many disquiet themselves.
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Now for the quieting of souls in this fear; I shal offer these particulars very briefly.
Now for the quieting of Souls in this Fear; I shall offer these particulars very briefly.
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First, Consider, O ye dejected and fearfull soules! This fear of yours may be a companion of valour.
First, Consider, Oh you dejected and fearful Souls! This Fear of yours may be a Companion of valour.
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Even such as have been fearfull in the Town, have been valiant in the Field. As there are some who boast much, and do little;
Even such as have been fearful in the Town, have been valiant in the Field. As there Are Some who boast much, and do little;
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so there have been some, that have feared much and yet done mightily.
so there have been Some, that have feared much and yet done mightily.
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Our Book of Martyrs tells us of two, One of which, boasted how gallantly he would burn, and yet he cowardly recanted: the other feared he should deny Christ, and yet he gloriously held out, and suffered death.
Our Book of Martyrs tells us of two, One of which, boasted how gallantly he would burn, and yet he cowardly recanted: the other feared he should deny christ, and yet he gloriously held out, and suffered death.
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You may fear, and yet when it comes to it, may be able to dye for Christ. But
You may Fear, and yet when it comes to it, may be able to die for christ. But
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Secondly, We are not able to tell what strength Christ will give in at the very nicke of time.
Secondly, We Are not able to tell what strength christ will give in At the very neck of time.
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Christ makes good, promises, in their season. As wisdom to dispute for, so courage to dye for Christ, hath its houre in which it shall be given.
christ makes good, promises, in their season. As Wisdom to dispute for, so courage to die for christ, hath its hour in which it shall be given.
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Christ forbids his disciples fearfull trouble, and care beforehand: (for so the word signifies, Luk. 21.14.
christ forbids his Disciples fearful trouble, and care beforehand: (for so the word signifies, Luk. 21.14.
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And he tells them Mal. 10.19. it shall be given in that hour.
And he tells them Malachi 10.19. it shall be given in that hour.
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Doe not cast down thy selfe (O poore soule) but beleeve there is strength in Christ though there be weaknes in thee:
Do not cast down thy self (Oh poor soul) but believe there is strength in christ though there be weakness in thee:
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and thou mayst experience that in the hou• of tryall, which thou doubtest now. If Christ call thee to dye, he'le keep thee from denyall.
and thou Mayest experience that in the hou• of trial, which thou doubtest now. If christ call thee to die, he'll keep thee from denial.
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Why should the Souldier have his armes bef-re the time of War? Your armes i.e. your strength and courage to die for Christ, is reserved for that houre, to be given forth then,Why should the Soldier have his arms bef-re the time of War? Your arms i.e. your strength and courage to die for christ, is reserved for that hour, to be given forth then,
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why shouldest thou perplex thy selfe for want of it now. But Thirdly, Suppose thou shouldest flinch, and faint in a day of tryall.
why Shouldst thou perplex thy self for want of it now. But Thirdly, Suppose thou Shouldst flinch, and faint in a day of trial.
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Suppose thou shouldest indeed fall so sadly, (for tis a sad fall) as to deny Christ. Yet know
Suppose thou Shouldst indeed fallen so sadly, (for this a sad fallen) as to deny christ. Yet know
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First, This might consist with grace: I know none that will deny Peters grace, because of his denyall of Christ. Yea,
First, This might consist with grace: I know none that will deny Peter's grace, Because of his denial of christ. Yea,
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Secondly, This may consist with love to Christ.
Secondly, This may consist with love to christ.
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There is a true love, which at first is not so strong as death. Peter did not fall in the truth, but in the strength of his love. Besides
There is a true love, which At First is not so strong as death. Peter did not fallen in the truth, but in the strength of his love. Beside
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Thirdly, Christ will not let thee fall for ever. He will restore thee againe.
Thirdly, christ will not let thee fallen for ever. He will restore thee again.
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He can and will bring thee on with courage in a second tryall, who didst fall away by cowardize in a first.
He can and will bring thee on with courage in a second trial, who didst fallen away by cowardice in a First.
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Peter did afterward out-face a Magistrate, that at first was affraid of a Maid. To this addePeter did afterwards outface a Magistrate, that At First was afraid of a Maid. To this add
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Lastly, Christ may own you, though you deny him.
Lastly, christ may own you, though you deny him.
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Its certaine, a denyall of Christ with feare and unwillingnesse (and this is thy case O soul) doth not expose us to a being denyed by Christ; Its true, direct, voluntary, desperate denying of Christ is dangerous:
Its certain, a denial of christ with Fear and unwillingness (and this is thy case Oh soul) does not expose us to a being denied by christ; Its true, Direct, voluntary, desperate denying of christ is dangerous:
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So, if we deny him he'le deny us.So, if we deny him he'll deny us.
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But a denyall through jear, with reluctancy: A denyall feared before it be, bewailed after it is (which is and would be thy case O soule) this I say doth not, shall not make Christ deny any.
But a denial through jear, with reluctancy: A denial feared before it be, bewailed After it is (which is and would be thy case Oh soul) this I say does not, shall not make christ deny any.
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Why then art thou cast downe O soule; and why art thou troubled with a feare of denying Christ:
Why then art thou cast down Oh soul; and why art thou troubled with a Fear of denying christ:
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Hee knowes how to strengthen thee, that thou shalt not, and to pitty thee if thou doe, yea, and to owne thee;
He knows how to strengthen thee, that thou shalt not, and to pity thee if thou do, yea, and to own thee;
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though for a time thou shouldest deny him.
though for a time thou Shouldst deny him.
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CHAP. 9. Satisfaction for soules cast downe about Prayer.
CHAP. 9. Satisfaction for Souls cast down about Prayer.
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BEsides those eight particular feares, which I spake of in the sixth Chapter of the foregoing Section;
Beside those eight particular fears, which I spoke of in the sixth Chapter of the foregoing Section;
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I added six other feares which do appeare in some dejected soules:
I added six other fears which do appear in Some dejected Souls:
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Now its my desire to speake something to them, in order to satisfie some soules that lye and labour under them.
Now its my desire to speak something to them, in order to satisfy Some Souls that lie and labour under them.
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Some there are that when they are cast downe, doe much disquiet themselves about their prayers. Oh say some, we feare we never prayed in all our lives,
some there Are that when they Are cast down, do much disquiet themselves about their Prayers. O say Some, we Fear we never prayed in all our lives,
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or if wee did, wee question whether God ever heard us, &c.or if we did, we question whither God ever herd us, etc.
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Now for the satisfaction of soules in this case, I shall speake unto it in both its branches. And
Now for the satisfaction of Souls in this case, I shall speak unto it in both its branches. And
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First, For such soules as are cast down and disquieted, and cry out, Oh they never prayed in all their lives.
First, For such Souls as Are cast down and disquieted, and cry out, O they never prayed in all their lives.
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Its true, they say, they have sometimes spoke in prayer, but they doubt whether ever they prayed in prayer.
Its true, they say, they have sometime spoke in prayer, but they doubt whither ever they prayed in prayer.
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They feare they rather moved their lips, then breathed their spirits, &c. There are these things which I would say unto such souls.
They Fear they rather moved their lips, then breathed their spirits, etc. There Are these things which I would say unto such Souls.
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First, This very fear argues a choice frame: It proceeds from a very choyce spirit, thus to fear.
First, This very Fear argues a choice frame: It proceeds from a very choice Spirit, thus to Fear.
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Indeed a slight and common spirit doth pray it cares not how:
Indeed a slight and Common Spirit does pray it Cares not how:
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So the worke be done, its all they mind (and it were well some minded so much) But with what frame of spirit they pray (alas!) that they looke not after.
So the work be done, its all they mind (and it were well Some minded so much) But with what frame of Spirit they pray (alas!) that they look not After.
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Some there are that we call Protestants, which in this are as bad as Papists, that they rather give God a number of prayers, then any thing else:
some there Are that we call Protestants, which in this Are as bad as Papists, that they rather give God a number of Prayers, then any thing Else:
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but now it argues a spirit something heightened, to mind the manner of prayer; to eye the spirit, and the soul, how that is in prayer.
but now it argues a Spirit something heightened, to mind the manner of prayer; to eye the Spirit, and the soul, how that is in prayer.
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Looke as it argues in things humaine, an ordinary minde that can content it selfe with the bare doing of things,
Look as it argues in things human, an ordinary mind that can content it self with the bore doing of things,
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how bunglingly so ever, whereas it proceeds from a raisednesse of mind, to see that every thing be well done, as well as done: to see it be done neatly, &c. So it argues in things divine, a common spirit (such an one as Caine had) to be contented with a bare sacrifice, a bare empty prayer:
how bunglingly so ever, whereas it proceeds from a raisednesse of mind, to see that every thing be well done, as well as done: to see it be done neatly, etc. So it argues in things divine, a Common Spirit (such an one as Cain had) to be contented with a bore sacrifice, a bore empty prayer:
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But it discovers a spirit heightened (such an one as Paul had) to eye the spirit, how it is in prayer.
But it discovers a Spirit heightened (such an one as Paul had) to eye the Spirit, how it is in prayer.
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Paul professeth he would pray in his spirit, and with understanding. While (it may be) many neither care for the spirit nor understanding.Paul Professes he would pray in his Spirit, and with understanding. While (it may be) many neither care for the Spirit nor understanding.
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So that this fear hath some good in it, in as much as it proceeds from a choicenesse of spirit. But
So that this Fear hath Some good in it, in as much as it proceeds from a choiceness of Spirit. But
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Secondly, Take heed you do not roshly, nor groundlesly condemne your selfe.
Secondly, Take heed you do not roshly, nor groundlessly condemn your self.
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Peradventure, there was more of your spirit in prayer, then you saw, or say, What dare you deny, that at such and such a time your spirit was in your prayer? If it were not then what meant those sighs, and tears, and groanes!
Peradventure, there was more of your Spirit in prayer, then you saw, or say, What Dare you deny, that At such and such a time your Spirit was in your prayer? If it were not then what meant those sighs, and tears, and groans!
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what meant that bearing of the bosome, and those liftings up, and wringing of the bonds, if your spirit was not in your prayers.
what meant that bearing of the bosom, and those liftings up, and wringing of the bonds, if your Spirit was not in your Prayers.
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Surely? as in point of smning, albeit wicked men should say their hearts were not in it:
Surely? as in point of smning, albeit wicked men should say their hearts were not in it:
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Yet their joy and merriment in it, would witnes against them. So in the manner of praying, though Saints doubt their hearts was not in it,
Yet their joy and merriment in it, would witness against them. So in the manner of praying, though Saints doubt their hearts was not in it,
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yet their sighs, and groanes in the spirit (though unutterable in themselves, yet) they could witnesse for them in this. However
yet their sighs, and groans in the Spirit (though unutterable in themselves, yet) they could witness for them in this. However
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Thirdly, Can, and dare you appeale to God, that so far as you knew your heart, it was at such and such a time in prayer.
Thirdly, Can, and Dare you appeal to God, that so Far as you knew your heart, it was At such and such a time in prayer.
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Can you say, Lord thou knowest that I desired such a grace, &c. and oh how glad was I in the bare thoughts,
Can you say, Lord thou Knowest that I desired such a grace, etc. and o how glad was I in the bore thoughts,
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and smal• hopes that I had of obtaining it:
and smal• hope's that I had of obtaining it:
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But on the contrary, how did the fear and sence of not obtaining it grieve me!
But on the contrary, how did the Fear and sense of not obtaining it grieve me!
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Surely, if you can thus seriously, and consideringly appeal to God, you may conclude, that your heart and spirit was in prayer. Besides
Surely, if you can thus seriously, and consideringly appeal to God, you may conclude, that your heart and Spirit was in prayer. Beside
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Fourthly, Consider thy soule might have been, and may be in a prayer notwithstanding many dulnesses and wanderings.
Fourthly, Consider thy soul might have been, and may be in a prayer notwithstanding many dulnesses and wanderings.
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I find by experience, that the ground of this fear, is that dulnesse, and those wandrings of our spirits in prayer.
I find by experience, that the ground of this Fear, is that dulness, and those wanderings of our spirits in prayer.
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Now cleare it is, that notwithstanding these, yet our spirit may be really, (and so accounted by God) in duty.
Now clear it is, that notwithstanding these, yet our Spirit may be really, (and so accounted by God) in duty.
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You know in that duty of watching with Christ in his agony:
You know in that duty of watching with christ in his agony:
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Tis recorded the disciples slept, yet marke it, Christ saw, and said their spirit was in it.
This recorded the Disciples slept, yet mark it, christ saw, and said their Spirit was in it.
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The spirit (saith he) is willing, but the flesh is weake. Christ saw their spirit, and acknowledged its willingnesse, notwithstanding their drousinesse. The Spirit (Says he) is willing, but the Flesh is weak. christ saw their Spirit, and acknowledged its willingness, notwithstanding their drousinesse.
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And for wandrings, you know tis possible for the eye to be fixed upon an object,
And for wanderings, you know this possible for the eye to be fixed upon an Object,
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and yet not to be so fixt, as to be altogether free from rowlings. The eye may bee upon the sun, and yet it may twinckle.
and yet not to be so fixed, as to be altogether free from rollings. The eye may be upon the sun, and yet it may twinkle.
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And certainly, if we should say that the heart is not in prayer, because of some wandrings, wee should condemn the generation of the just. For to be so intense upon God,
And Certainly, if we should say that the heart is not in prayer, Because of Some wanderings, we should condemn the generation of the just. For to be so intense upon God,
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as to have no wandring thoughts at all, is not attained unto by many, if by any at all.
as to have no wandering thoughts At all, is not attained unto by many, if by any At all.
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So that now, why shouldest thou say thy spirit was not in prayer, because of some dulnesse; and wandrings.
So that now, why Shouldst thou say thy Spirit was not in prayer, Because of Some dulness; and wanderings.
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Tis possible that these things may be, and yet God may see, yea, and acknowledge thy spirit to be in thy prayers.
This possible that these things may be, and yet God may see, yea, and acknowledge thy Spirit to be in thy Prayers.
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Object. But alas! (saith the soule cast down) Suppose my spirit be, or were in prayer, what is that? I feare I never prayed in Christs Spirit: Object. But alas! (Says the soul cast down) Suppose my Spirit be, or were in prayer, what is that? I Fear I never prayed in Christ Spirit:
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It is one thing to pray in our spirits, another thing to pray in Christs spirit: Now I feare I never prayed in the strength of Christs spirit, however it might be in the strength and sincerity of my own.
It is one thing to pray in our spirits, Another thing to pray in Christ Spirit: Now I Fear I never prayed in the strength of Christ Spirit, however it might be in the strength and sincerity of my own.
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For answer and satisfaction to this, let me intreate you to consider these particulars. First, This is a more choyce fear then the former:
For answer and satisfaction to this, let me entreat you to Consider these particulars. First, This is a more choice Fear then the former:
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Its a choyce thing to eye our owne spirit; Its a choicer to eye Christs spirit in prayer.
Its a choice thing to eye our own Spirit; Its a choicer to eye Christ Spirit in prayer.
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Morall sincerity may a little put on the former: But its divine sincerity, which looks after, and unto this.
Moral sincerity may a little put on the former: But its divine sincerity, which looks After, and unto this.
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Nadab and Abihu can content themselves with strange fire; But Moses and Aaron will not offer but with holy fire. Its certainly an evidence of a soule more then ordinarily heightned, not to be content to pray in the sincerity of our spirit, but to labour for the strength of Gods spirit. Nadab and Abihu can content themselves with strange fire; But Moses and Aaron will not offer but with holy fire. Its Certainly an evidence of a soul more then ordinarily heightened, not to be content to pray in the sincerity of our Spirit, but to labour for the strength of God's Spirit.
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Secondly, Tis possible to pray in the holy Ghost and yet to doubt it. I find some doubting they never prayed in the spirit, because they have been straitned,
Secondly, This possible to pray in the holy Ghost and yet to doubt it. I find Some doubting they never prayed in the Spirit, Because they have been straitened,
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and wanted those inlargements, which others have, &c.
and wanted those enlargements, which Others have, etc.
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Now mind it, tis possible to pray in, and that by the holy Ghost, and yet not to be inlarged. The soule may be so full, as that it may not be able to vent it selfe, Fulnesse of spirit doth sometimes cause straitning.
Now mind it, this possible to pray in, and that by the holy Ghost, and yet not to be enlarged. The soul may be so full, as that it may not be able to vent it self, Fullness of Spirit does sometime cause straightening.
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As now in Davids case, its said, then went King David in, and sat before the Lord, &c. (Then. i. e.
As now in Davids case, its said, then went King David in, and sat before the Lord, etc. (Then. i. e.
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when as Nathan had been, and told him at large, the rich and sweet intentions of God towards him) Certainly,
when as Nathan had been, and told him At large, the rich and sweet intentions of God towards him) Certainly,
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now Davids spirit could not chuse but be very full.
now Davids Spirit could not choose but be very full.
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And yet mark what he saith, Who am I O Lord God? and what is my house, that thou hast brought me hither-unto? And this was yet a small thing in thy sight O Lord God:
And yet mark what he Says, Who am I Oh Lord God? and what is my house, that thou hast brought me hitherunto? And this was yet a small thing in thy sighed Oh Lord God:
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but thou hast spoken also of thy servants house, for a great while to come:
but thou hast spoken also of thy Servants house, for a great while to come:
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and is this the manner of men O Lord God? But now marke it, what followes (upon this,and is this the manner of men Oh Lord God? But now mark it, what follows (upon this,
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as it were entry upon the duty) And what can David say more unto thee? for thou O Lord, knowest thy servant.
as it were entry upon the duty) And what can David say more unto thee? for thou Oh Lord, Knowest thy servant.
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See how he is straitened, so that hee cannot say more: But he is fain to say (as sometimes it may be you have done) Lord thou knowest thy servant.
See how he is straitened, so that he cannot say more: But he is fain to say (as sometime it may be you have done) Lord thou Knowest thy servant.
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So that you see, there may be the spirit, where, and while the soule is straitned,
So that you see, there may be the Spirit, where, and while the soul is straitened,
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and certainly, as Hypocrites may have inlargements, and yet not the Holy Ghost; so Saints may have the Holy Ghost, and yet want inlargements.
and Certainly, as Hypocrites may have enlargements, and yet not the Holy Ghost; so Saints may have the Holy Ghost, and yet want enlargements.
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Thirdly, Consider, How much of God as a Father didst thou see in prayer.
Thirdly, Consider, How much of God as a Father didst thou see in prayer.
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Its the worke of the spirit to helpe the soule to see God as a father,
Its the work of the Spirit to help the soul to see God as a father,
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and to cry Abba; and to fill the soule with (not words and expressions, but) with sighs and groanes unutterable.
and to cry Abba; and to fill the soul with (not words and expressions, but) with sighs and groans unutterable.
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So that then to satisfie thy self (O dejected soule) in this feare, consider thy very feare is choyce: And it may not be as thou fearest. But shall I suppose it:
So that then to satisfy thy self (Oh dejected soul) in this Fear, Consider thy very Fear is choice: And it may not be as thou Fearest. But shall I suppose it:
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suppose it should be so, that as yet thou didst never pray.
suppose it should be so, that as yet thou didst never pray.
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Suppose I admit it, that thou didst not in the sincerity of thy spirit, nor in the assistance of Christs Spirit pray,
Suppose I admit it, that thou didst not in the sincerity of thy Spirit, nor in the assistance of Christ Spirit pray,
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yet for all that, consider these things.
yet for all that, Consider these things.
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First, Free grace can, and doth beseech soules to accept of peace and love, who doe not begge for it;
First, Free grace can, and does beseech Souls to accept of peace and love, who do not beg for it;
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God by us (saith the Apostle) beseecheth you. Though thou didst not, nor canst pray to God,God by us (Says the Apostle) Beseecheth you. Though thou didst not, nor Canst pray to God,
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yet free Grace comes, and (as I may say) prayes to thee. Thou sayest, I shall never have peace, and reconciliation;
yet free Grace comes, and (as I may say) prays to thee. Thou Sayest, I shall never have peace, and reconciliation;
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for I never by Prayer did beseech God for it.
for I never by Prayer did beseech God for it.
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Why, remember God tenders, and in his free grace comes, and beseecheth you, to accept of it.
Why, Remember God tenders, and in his free grace comes, and Beseecheth you, to accept of it.
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Secondly, God can give, though ye cannot, or doe not begge;
Secondly, God can give, though you cannot, or do not beg;
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he is able to doe abundantly above all that we can aske, or thinke, Ephes. 3.20 yea and he is willing, for before they call I will answer, saith the Lord;
he is able to do abundantly above all that we can ask, or think, Ephesians 3.20 yea and he is willing, for before they call I will answer, Says the Lord;
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And he is found of them that seeke him not.
And he is found of them that seek him not.
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Though God be pleased to come in in prayer, yet he is not tyed to it. Besides;
Though God be pleased to come in in prayer, yet he is not tied to it. Beside;
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Thirdly, consider its Christs worke to offer up prayers for us; he lives for ever to make intercession, Heb. 7.25. when thy heart is dead, he lives;
Thirdly, Consider its Christ work to offer up Prayers for us; he lives for ever to make Intercession, Hebrew 7.25. when thy heart is dead, he lives;
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and he prayes for those, that doe not, cannot pray for themselves. Fourthly, know the Spirit is promised for asking, Luk. 11.13. you who cannot pray, remember to aske, and to waite for the Spirit:
and he prays for those, that do not, cannot pray for themselves. Fourthly, know the Spirit is promised for asking, Luk. 11.13. you who cannot pray, Remember to ask, and to wait for the Spirit:
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And you have Christs word to encourage, and assure you, that you shall have the Spirit:
And you have Christ word to encourage, and assure you, that you shall have the Spirit:
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so that now, why are you cast downe, as fearing you never did pray? consider your feare is good, yet it may be groundlesse. However Gods heart first opens it selfe to us.
so that now, why Are you cast down, as fearing you never did pray? Consider your Fear is good, yet it may be groundless. However God's heart First Opens it self to us.
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Be not cast downe unto despaire, know God can, and will give to such as neither doe, nor can aske;
Be not cast down unto despair, know God can, and will give to such as neither doe, nor can ask;
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besides, in time he'l prepare thy heart, and cause his eare to heare (as it is, Psal. 10.17.) why may not this raise thy soule, who art cast downe,
beside, in time He'll prepare thy heart, and cause his ear to hear (as it is, Psalm 10.17.) why may not this raise thy soul, who art cast down,
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and sayest, thou didst never pray? Ob. But wilt thou say;
and Sayest, thou didst never pray? Ob. But wilt thou say;
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Suppose I have prayed, (indeed I hope I have, and daily I desire to doe it) but alas!
Suppose I have prayed, (indeed I hope I have, and daily I desire to do it) but alas!
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What though I pray, if God doth not heare; what though I call, he doth not answer. This, O this! doth disquiet my soule:What though I pray, if God does not hear; what though I call, he does not answer. This, Oh this! does disquiet my soul:
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I have prayed oft, but I feare I have been heard never.
I have prayed oft, but I Fear I have been herd never.
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Ans. Indeed, this is the other branch of the fear, & according to what Christ hath given me, I shall endeavour to scatter it.Ans. Indeed, this is the other branch of the Fear, & according to what christ hath given me, I shall endeavour to scatter it.
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I must acknowledge (O soule) that its a misery scarce expressable, to pray and not to be heard.
I must acknowledge (Oh soul) that its a misery scarce expressable, to pray and not to be herd.
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But yet know, many conceive themselves in this misery without ground.
But yet know, many conceive themselves in this misery without ground.
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In order therefore to the satisfaction, and raysing of thy soule under this dejection, let me prevaile with thee to consider with sincere, and serious spirit, these particulars.
In order Therefore to the satisfaction, and raising of thy soul under this dejection, let me prevail with thee to Consider with sincere, and serious Spirit, these particulars.
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First, God may have heard thee, though thou doe not thinke so. Its true, peradventure God hath not yet returned an answer in some particulars;
First, God may have herd thee, though thou do not think so. Its true, Peradventure God hath not yet returned an answer in Some particulars;
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but yet he may have heard your prayers.
but yet he may have herd your Prayers.
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God is a free Agent, and so he may take his owne time to send an answer.God is a free Agent, and so he may take his own time to send an answer.
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Suppose thou send a Letter to a friend, by a sure Messenger; what though you have not an answer presently, will you say, your Letter was lost,
Suppose thou send a letter to a friend, by a sure Messenger; what though you have not an answer presently, will you say, your letter was lost,
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or that your friend did not receive it.
or that your friend did not receive it.
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Why the case is so, your prayers are your letters to God, and Christ is a sure messenger;
Why the case is so, your Prayers Are your letters to God, and christ is a sure Messenger;
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though as yet God hath not sent his answer, yet your Letters are read, your prayers are accepted:
though as yet God hath not sent his answer, yet your Letters Are read, your Prayers Are accepted:
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and in time ( viz. Gods time) they shall be punctually answered;
and in time (viz. God's time) they shall be punctually answered;
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God will answer your prayers, that cry unto him night and day, though he heare long, (as it is, Luk 18.7.) But,
God will answer your Prayers, that cry unto him night and day, though he hear long, (as it is, Luk 18.7.) But,
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Secondly, Its possible the answer may be sent, and you have not observed it. There are Letters at the Post-house sometimes for us, which only want fetching home.
Secondly, Its possible the answer may be sent, and you have not observed it. There Are Letters At the Posthouse sometime for us, which only want fetching home.
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The Spirit who brings returnes from Heaven hath an answer for us, but we eye him not.
The Spirit who brings returns from Heaven hath an answer for us, but we eye him not.
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Job speakes of Gods going by, and he saw him not; of his passing on, and he perceived it not, Job 9.11. O how many times doth God go by us, in acts of providence, clearly, and directly answering our prayers;Job speaks of God's going by, and he saw him not; of his passing on, and he perceived it not, Job 9.11. O how many times does God go by us, in acts of providence, clearly, and directly answering our Prayers;
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and yet we doe not see it, nor perceive it? Besides,
and yet we do not see it, nor perceive it? Beside,
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Thirdly, for any thing you know, your prayers will not be answered till you are dead;
Thirdly, for any thing you know, your Prayers will not be answered till you Are dead;
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your Children, or the Churches, may have answers of your prayers, when you are gone; or it may be, God will reserve the answer till your death.
your Children, or the Churches, may have answers of your Prayers, when you Are gone; or it may be, God will reserve the answer till your death.
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How many dying soules have said, now, O now we see, and heare, that God hath answered all our prayers? Why then art thou cast downe (O soule!) about thy prayers,
How many dying Souls have said, now, Oh now we see, and hear, that God hath answered all our Prayers? Why then art thou cast down (Oh soul!) about thy Prayers,
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as if they were not answered? Obj. But I cannot beleeve that God will ever answer.
as if they were not answered? Object But I cannot believe that God will ever answer.
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Sure I am (its well if it be so) that I have eyed Providences exactly, and could as yet never see any answer;
Sure I am (its well if it be so) that I have eyed Providences exactly, and could as yet never see any answer;
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and what God will doe for time to come, I know not, but I doubt. &c. Ans. Be it as thou fearest:
and what God will do for time to come, I know not, but I doubt. etc. Ans. Be it as thou Fearest:
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what if God as yet have not answered thy prayers in many, in any particulars, yet be not dejected O soule over-much, for consider:
what if God as yet have not answered thy Prayers in many, in any particulars, yet be not dejected Oh soul overmuch, for Consider:
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First, unanswered prayers are not lost, thou hast not prayed in vaine, for God never bid the house of Jacob doe so;
First, unanswered Prayers Are not lost, thou hast not prayed in vain, for God never bid the house of Jacob do so;
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thy letters are filed up in Heaven, and though they are not answered, yet they are remembred; God doth not forget, your labour of love, in your letters of love (for such are prayers) its our duty to pray: 'tis Gods grace to answer;
thy letters Are filed up in Heaven, and though they Are not answered, yet they Are remembered; God does not forget, your labour of love, in your letters of love (for such Are Prayers) its our duty to pray: it's God's grace to answer;
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though as yet he reveales not that grace, yet it makes not voyd our duty. Secoundly, God may be pleased with thy prayers, though he doe not answer:
though as yet he reveals not that grace, yet it makes not void our duty. Secoundly, God may be pleased with thy Prayers, though he do not answer:
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The Mother is pleased with the Childes lisping, though she seeme not to hearken.
The Mother is pleased with the Child's lisping, though she seem not to harken.
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Thou fearest (O soule) that God is angry with thy prayers, (as 'tis, Psal. 80.4.) but why shouldest thou feare this? God was not angry with his peoples prayer (of which the Psalmist there makes mention) though he did not at that time answer it.
Thou Fearest (Oh soul) that God is angry with thy Prayers, (as it's, Psalm 80.4.) but why Shouldst thou Fear this? God was not angry with his peoples prayer (of which the Psalmist there makes mention) though he did not At that time answer it.
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Your earthly Parents sometime seeme deafe, when yet they delight to heare their Children tattle, &c. may it be thus with the Fathers of your flesh? why may not,
Your earthly Parents sometime seem deaf, when yet they delight to hear their Children tattle, etc. may it be thus with the Father's of your Flesh? why may not,
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nay why should you not thinke so of the Father of your spirits? However:
nay why should you not think so of the Father of your spirits? However:
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Thirdly, consider what it was you prayed for, and were denyed, or not answered in• peradventure 'twas a temporall, and that it may be, not for your good (though you foolishly thought so) why should ye take it ill, to be denyed in such a thing? God hath heard thee for a Christ,
Thirdly, Consider what it was you prayed for, and were denied, or not answered in• Peradventure 'twas a temporal, and that it may be, not for your good (though you foolishly Thought so) why should you take it ill, to be denied in such a thing? God hath herd thee for a christ,
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when thou saidst as Abraham, What wilt thou give me;
when thou Said as Abraham, What wilt thou give me;
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so long as I goe Christ-lesse? why what if God now hath not heard thee, saying as she;so long as I go Christless? why what if God now hath not herd thee, saying as she;
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Give me children or I dye? is not Christ worth many children? Say (O soule) did not God give thee many a spirituall good thing upon,Give me children or I die? is not christ worth many children? Say (Oh soul) did not God give thee many a spiritual good thing upon,
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nay before thy prayers? why art thou cast downe if he deny thee temporalls?
nay before thy Prayers? why art thou cast down if he deny thee temporals?
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Obj. Nay, but 'tis a spirituall good that I have prayed for, and am not answered in.Object Nay, but it's a spiritual good that I have prayed for, and am not answered in.
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Rep. It may be so, yet consider; peradventure, 'tis but a spirituall gift, as memory, understanding, elocution in prayer;Rep. It may be so, yet Consider; Peradventure, it's but a spiritual gift, as memory, understanding, elocution in prayer;
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and now, why art troubled (soule) so much to be denyed in these? what are they in themselves,
and now, why art troubled (soul) so much to be denied in these? what Are they in themselves,
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but such things as reprobates may have? Gifts may goe to Hell, yea many a gifted person is gracelesse; why art cast downe with the deniall of gifts, when Christ hath given graces without asking? Nay, but they are graces that I begge, and pray for:
but such things as Reprobates may have? Gifts may go to Hell, yea many a gifted person is graceless; why art cast down with the denial of Gifts, when christ hath given graces without asking? Nay, but they Are graces that I beg, and pray for:
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I have gone to begge faith, and love, and patience, &c. and yet I have no answer to these prayers.
I have gone to beg faith, and love, and patience, etc. and yet I have no answer to these Prayers.
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Ans. Stay yet (O soule) and consider, it may be thou beggest not so much the grace, as the degree; Ans. Stay yet (Oh soul) and Consider, it may be thou beggest not so much the grace, as the degree;
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Its not so much faith, as a strong faith; not so much love, as a fervent love, &c. Now consider (O soule) though God deny thee the strength, the degree of grace, its choyce mercy thou hast the grace it selfe. A little faith, (though but as a graine of Mustard-seed) is precious.
Its not so much faith, as a strong faith; not so much love, as a fervent love, etc. Now Consider (Oh soul) though God deny thee the strength, the degree of grace, its choice mercy thou hast the grace it self. A little faith, (though but as a grain of Mustard seed) is precious.
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Be not cast downe (O poore heart!) if God deny thee great faith, &c. blesse him for that he hath given thee any faith, &c. Obj. But alas!
Be not cast down (Oh poor heart!) if God deny thee great faith, etc. bless him for that he hath given thee any faith, etc. Object But alas!
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I doubt I have not faith at all, &c. its not the degree of grace, but the grace it selfe, that I pray for, and yet receive not.I doubt I have not faith At all, etc. its not the degree of grace, but the grace it self, that I pray for, and yet receive not.
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Rep. Surely (O soule) thou art mistaken what ever grace thou prayest for (especially) so as to be troubled for want of (which is thy case) I say, thou hast that grace already.Rep. Surely (Oh soul) thou art mistaken what ever grace thou Prayest for (especially) so as to be troubled for want of (which is thy case) I say, thou hast that grace already.
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Its a degree of wisdome to desire to be wise, and its a measure of grace to pray for grace.Its a degree of Wisdom to desire to be wise, and its a measure of grace to pray for grace.
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The Disciples had fai•h, when yet they prayed against unbeleefe: without doubt, O dejected soule!
The Disciples had fai•h, when yet they prayed against unbelief: without doubt, Oh dejected soul!
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thy panting after, thy praying for, and trouble at the sence of the want of grace, is grace: thy panting After, thy praying for, and trouble At the sense of the want of grace, is grace:
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who can breath except he have life?
who can breath except he have life?
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Lastly, to clo•e up this case (of fear about Gods not hearing prayer) if God as yet have not answered my prayers, the more is to come;
Lastly, to clo•e up this case (of Fear about God's not hearing prayer) if God as yet have not answered my Prayers, the more is to come;
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in Heaven God will answer all together. God sometimes deales with his Children as we doe with ours;
in Heaven God will answer all together. God sometime deals with his Children as we do with ours;
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the Childe abroad sends home for many things, now for a Hat, anon for a paire of Shoos, &c. the Father neither sends the thing,
the Child abroad sends home for many things, now for a Hat, anon for a pair of Shoes, etc. the Father neither sends the thing,
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nor an answer, but anon sends for the Childe home, and gives him all:
nor an answer, but anon sends for the Child home, and gives him all:
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Minde ye Children of God (for you are of that generation who seek his face) your Father will send for you home one of these dayes:
Mind you Children of God (for you Are of that generation who seek his face) your Father will send for you home one of these days:
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and by death he'l fetch you hence, and answer all your prayers at once.
and by death He'll fetch you hence, and answer all your Prayers At once.
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Now then, beare up (O dejected soules) be not cast downe about your prayers as you are;
Now then, bear up (Oh dejected Souls) be not cast down about your Prayers as you Are;
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O remember in all this case! Christ liveth for ever, to make intercession for us;
Oh Remember in all this case! christ lives for ever, to make Intercession for us;
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why should we be so sad at the thoughts of our owne prayers, as to forget to rejoyce in the faith of his? If we sin, he is our Advocate;
why should we be so sad At the thoughts of our own Prayers, as to forget to rejoice in the faith of his? If we sin, he is our Advocate;
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if we want any thing, he knowes all our needs;
if we want any thing, he knows all our needs;
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and why should we doubt, that he prayeth for us, since he lives for that very purpose.
and why should we doubt, that he Prayeth for us, since he lives for that very purpose.
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CHAP. 10. Satisfaction to Soules cast downe about Hearing.
CHAP. 10. Satisfaction to Souls cast down about Hearing.
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SOme there are, who in their dejection call to minde the Word, and their hearing of it;
some there Are, who in their dejection call to mind the Word, and their hearing of it;
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but alas, they are so far from being raised by it, as that it dejects them the more; but alas, they Are so Far from being raised by it, as that it dejects them the more;
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Ah, say they, we have heard thee preached in our streetes; but so shall some say, and be dis-owned at last by Christ;
Ah, say they, we have herd thee preached in our streets; but so shall Some say, and be disowned At last by christ;
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the Word hath been sowen amongst us, but we feare, not as the good seed in the good ground, and something now must be said to satisfie these soules;
the Word hath been sown among us, but we Fear, not as the good seed in the good ground, and something now must be said to satisfy these Souls;
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and there be but four things, which I shal offer briefly to this purpose.
and there be but four things, which I shall offer briefly to this purpose.
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1 Call to minde what it was (O soule) which in the hearing of the Word did most take with, and affect thy heart; was it the Truth, or the termes that did most prevaile with you? Didst thou finde thine eares tickled with the entising words of mans wisdome? Or, didst thou feele thy heart touched with the power of the Spirit, in the demonstration of truth? If upon this inquiry thou doe finde, that naked truth, in the discovery of the Spirit, did most take with, and worke upon thy heart;
1 Call to mind what it was (Oh soul) which in the hearing of the Word did most take with, and affect thy heart; was it the Truth, or the terms that did most prevail with you? Didst thou find thine ears tickled with the enticing words of men Wisdom? Or, didst thou feel thy heart touched with the power of the Spirit, in the demonstration of truth? If upon this inquiry thou do find, that naked truth, in the discovery of the Spirit, did most take with, and work upon thy heart;
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thou needest not bee troubled about thy hearing the Word, for surely thou hast heard the word, not as the word of man, but of God.
thou Needest not be troubled about thy hearing the Word, for surely thou hast herd the word, not as the word of man, but of God.
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2 Consider what was the effect of that Word, or that truth which thou didst close with.
2 Consider what was the Effect of that Word, or that truth which thou didst close with.
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The reall effect of the Word (heard as the Word of God ) is the casting downe of those imaginations, which did lift up themselves in the soule against Christ.
The real Effect of the Word (herd as the Word of God) is the casting down of those Imaginations, which did lift up themselves in the soul against christ.
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The Apostle tells the Corinthians, that the weapons of his warfare were mighty through God;
The Apostle tells the Corinthians, that the weapons of his warfare were mighty through God;
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But how did it appeare? Marke, because saith he, they pull downe strong holds, &c. 2 Cor. 10.4, 5. a Cannon shot off with Powder makes no battery, nor breach;
But how did it appear? Mark, Because Says he, they pull down strong holds, etc. 2 Cor. 10.4, 5. a Cannon shot off with Powder makes no battery, nor breach;
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but if it beate downe strong holds, it argues there was more then bare Powder. Certainly,
but if it beat down strong holds, it argues there was more then bore Powder. Certainly,
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if the Word hath beaten downe thy towry imaginations, and made a breach, and so an entrance in thy bosome for Christ;
if the Word hath beaten down thy towry Imaginations, and made a breach, and so an Entrance in thy bosom for christ;
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If it hath battered open the everlasting gates for the King of glory to enter in;
If it hath battered open the everlasting gates for the King of glory to enter in;
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thou maist surely, and sweetly conclude, that thou didst heare more then man in the Word;
thou Mayest surely, and sweetly conclude, that thou didst hear more then man in the Word;
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yea that Christ was in, and with the Word of a truth.
yea that christ was in, and with the Word of a truth.
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It was a signe that the Thessalonians had received the Word (as it was in truth) the Word of God, when it did effectually worke in them, as 'tis, 2 Thes. 2.13. But besides this,
It was a Signen that the Thessalonians had received the Word (as it was in truth) the Word of God, when it did effectually work in them, as it's, 2 Thebes 2.13. But beside this,
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3 Know, that there may be the seed of the Word in thy heart, as in good ground, notwithstanding thy feares; Oh, say many poore soules, there bee so many stones, and thornes in our hearts, that we feare, the good seed hath met but with bad ground in our hearts;
3 Know, that there may be the seed of the Word in thy heart, as in good ground, notwithstanding thy fears; O, say many poor Souls, there be so many stones, and thorns in our hearts, that we Fear, the good seed hath met but with bad ground in our hearts;
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but know, (O soules) that as no ground is so good, but it hath some stones, and thornes; so your hearts may be good ground, notwithstanding some worldly cares, and deceitfulnesse. Beware least you imagine that you should,
but know, (Oh Souls) that as no ground is so good, but it hath Some stones, and thorns; so your hearts may be good ground, notwithstanding Some worldly Cares, and deceitfulness. Beware lest you imagine that you should,
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or could make your hearts good, and your soules fruitfull of your selves; some have doubtlesse mistaken Christs meaning in that Parable, who thinke that their hearts must,
or could make your hearts good, and your Souls fruitful of your selves; Some have doubtless mistaken Christ meaning in that Parable, who think that their hearts must,
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or could be good ground, before the seed of the Word make it so: Parables are not to be stretched beyond their intention.
or could be good ground, before the seed of the Word make it so: Parables Are not to be stretched beyond their intention.
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Thy heart may be, was, is, and will be bad ground, ere the good seed make it good, thou sayest, the seed was good, but thy ground, i. e.
Thy heart may be, was, is, and will be bad ground, ere the good seed make it good, thou Sayest, the seed was good, but thy ground, i. e.
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thy heart was nought; therefore the Parable speakes sadly of thee, &c. but be not dejected nor deceived.
thy heart was nought; Therefore the Parable speaks sadly of thee, etc. but be not dejected nor deceived.
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Its the glory of spirituall seed that it wil make BAD ground GOOD.Its the glory of spiritual seed that it will make BAD ground GOOD.
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Its true, other seeds (though good) yet if sowne in bad ground are lost;
Its true, other seeds (though good) yet if sown in bad ground Are lost;
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the bad ground spoyling the good seed: But tis otherwise here:
the bad ground spoiling the good seed: But this otherwise Here:
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The bad ground, i.e. bad hearts, doe not mar the good seed, but the good seed, mends the bad hearts. Every heart since the fall, hath,
The bad ground, i.e. bad hearts, do not mar the good seed, but the good seed, mends the bad hearts. Every heart since the fallen, hath,
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and doth bring forth bryers and thornes: Now where good seed comes, it choakes the bryars and thornes (i.e. deceit and corruptions.)
and does bring forth briers and thorns: Now where good seed comes, it chokes the briars and thorns (i.e. deceit and corruptions.)
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Object. Nay, but saith the soule: tis true, if this good seed did abide; but alas!Object. Nay, but Says the soul: this true, if this good seed did abide; but alas!
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I feare tis lost all, or at best, there is but little remaines of the many handfulls that have been sowne upon mee:
I Fear this lost all, or At best, there is but little remains of the many handfuls that have been sown upon me:
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there are but a few graines abide; &c. Ans. Be it so O soule, yet if any seed remaine 'twill grow, and be saving:
there Are but a few grains abide; etc. Ans. Be it so Oh soul, yet if any seed remain it'll grow, and be Saving:
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any one seed taking roote in thy heart is immortall, and it will remaine.
any one seed taking root in thy heart is immortal, and it will remain.
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Reply, But me thinks, I hear the soul reply with sighs, and saying, Tis true, if I had but any seed abiding with me, I could rejoyce, for I know the good seed will not dye: But I alas!Reply, But me thinks, I hear the soul reply with sighs, and saying, This true, if I had but any seed abiding with me, I could rejoice, for I know the good seed will not die: But I alas!
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I see it not spring up, and therefore I doubt, &c. Duply, Tarry O soule, The Husbandman waiteth for the precious fruit of the earth, and hath long patience for it;
I see it not spring up, and Therefore I doubt, etc. Duply, Tarry Oh soul, The Husbandman waits for the precious fruit of the earth, and hath long patience for it;
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And shouldest not thou waite for the most precious fruit of the heart, and have longer patience. Even the Lord of the Vineyard waiteth some yeares for his fruit. (as is deducible from Luk. 13.7.) Albe it thou see not the seed spring, yet it may be under the clods taking root: even under the clods of your corruptions, there may be the seed of grace.
And Shouldst not thou wait for the most precious fruit of the heart, and have longer patience. Even the Lord of the Vineyard waits Some Years for his fruit. (as is deducible from Luk. 13.7.) Albe it thou see not the seed spring, yet it may be under the clods taking root: even under the clods of your corruptions, there may be the seed of grace.
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And what if you see it not? Should the husbandman, who in the Winter, lookes upon his field newly,
And what if you see it not? Should the husbandman, who in the Winter, looks upon his field newly,
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or lately sowne, and sees nothing but mire, and earth, and dirt, cry out and say, all my seed is lost? would not every one count him weake? and tell him in the Spring he shall see the contrary.
or lately sown, and sees nothing but mire, and earth, and dirt, cry out and say, all my seed is lost? would not every one count him weak? and tell him in the Spring he shall see the contrary.
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Thy Spring (O soule) is comming, its now thy Winter season (as before was hinted) and now thy seed is not seene,
Thy Spring (Oh soul) is coming, its now thy Winter season (as before was hinted) and now thy seed is not seen,
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for thy corruptions (like dirty clods ) lye upon it.
for thy corruptions (like dirty clods) lie upon it.
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But beare up (O soule) and expect with patience, and thou shalt see thy seed springing up unto a Harvest of holinesse, and of life.
But bear up (Oh soul) and expect with patience, and thou shalt see thy seed springing up unto a Harvest of holiness, and of life.
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But what if I should say (as thou dost) that thy seed (i.e. the word which thou hast heard) is dead.
But what if I should say (as thou dost) that thy seed (i.e. the word which thou hast herd) is dead.
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I should not feed thy fear.
I should not feed thy Fear.
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For know you not, that which the Apostle saith, thou foole, that which thou sowest is not quickened except it dye:
For know you not, that which the Apostle Says, thou fool, that which thou sowest is not quickened except it die:
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Its a peece of folly, to expect a quickening of seed sowne, ere it rot, and dye.
Its a piece of folly, to expect a quickening of seed sown, ere it rot, and die.
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Verily (saith Christ) except a corne of wheat, fall into the ground, and dye, it abideth alone: i. e. it increaseth not. Verily (Says christ) except a corn of wheat, fallen into the ground, and die, it Abideth alone: i. e. it increases not.
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Even Christ himselfe, sowne in the heart, doth at least seemingly dye ere hee springs up.
Even christ himself, sown in the heart, does At least seemingly die ere he springs up.
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Death passeth upon all our mercies in the seed, and we find them only, as by a resurrection. Even that good seed of grace (the holy word of the Gospell) which hath beene sown in thy heart,
Death passes upon all our Mercies in the seed, and we find them only, as by a resurrection. Even that good seed of grace (the holy word of the Gospel) which hath been sown in thy heart,
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and lyes now as dead, and rotten, will arise and spring up ere long; and thou shalt see it:
and lies now as dead, and rotten, will arise and spring up ere long; and thou shalt see it:
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be not therefore (O soule) so cast down, and dejected.
be not Therefore (Oh soul) so cast down, and dejected.
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Lastly, To wind up this case, Admit as yet the Word of God never came like it selfe, i, e.
Lastly, To wind up this case, Admit as yet the Word of God never Come like it self, i, e.
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as good seed to thee, yet it may now. as good seed to thee, yet it may now.
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God hath bid us in the preaching of the Word, to be instant both in season, and out of season;
God hath bid us in the preaching of the Word, to be instant both in season, and out of season;
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And in effect he hath said to us, as tis Eccles. 1.6. To sow our seed in the morning, and in the evening not to with hold our hand:
And in Effect he hath said to us, as this Eccles. 1.6. To sow our seed in the morning, and in the evening not to with hold our hand:
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And how do we, or you know which shall prosper. Peradventure, the seed that is sown in the evening, may prosper with thee,
And how do we, or you know which shall prosper. Peradventure, the seed that is sown in the evening, may prosper with thee,
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though that be lost which was sowne on thee in the morning. Christ (O soul) for ought that I,
though that be lost which was sown on thee in the morning. christ (Oh soul) for ought that I,
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or thou knowest, may in this reading, or the next, cause a blessing to be upon the seed:
or thou Knowest, may in this reading, or the next, cause a blessing to be upon the seed:
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And it may (at last) bring forth in thy heart, sixty, yea a hundred fold.
And it may (At last) bring forth in thy heart, sixty, yea a hundred fold.
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O be not faithlesse, but beleeve:
Oh be not faithless, but believe:
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Thou who now goest up and downe mourning for the want of a precious seed, mayest ere long return rejoycing, bearing sheaves: Hath not the Lord said;
Thou who now goest up and down mourning for the want of a precious seed, Mayest ere long return rejoicing, bearing sheaves: Hath not the Lord said;
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As the raine commeth down from heaven, and returneth not thither, but watereth the earth, and maketh it bring forth and bud: As the rain comes down from heaven, and returns not thither, but Waters the earth, and makes it bring forth and bud:
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Even so shall the word which goeth forth of his mouth, it shall not return empty. Even so shall the word which Goes forth of his Mouth, it shall not return empty.
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Thou who now fearest thy selfe to bee a barren Wildernesse, shall blossom abundantly, and rejoyce. This Christ hath commanded me to tell you who are of a fearfull heart, therefore be not dejected,
Thou who now Fearest thy self to be a barren Wilderness, shall blossom abundantly, and rejoice. This christ hath commanded me to tell you who Are of a fearful heart, Therefore be not dejected,
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or cast downe, but be strong.
or cast down, but be strong.
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CHAP. 11. Satisfaction to the soule cast downe, and troubled with feare about the Promises.
CHAP. 11. Satisfaction to the soul cast down, and troubled with Fear about the Promises.
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THe Promises are appointed (and indeed were intended) for our comfort, but many souls who are dejected, are so far from being comforted by them, that they are troubled about them.
THe Promises Are appointed (and indeed were intended) for our Comfort, but many Souls who Are dejected, Are so Far from being comforted by them, that they Are troubled about them.
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O say they, had we assurance that we were interested in the Promises, we could rejoyce, but we question our right to them,
Oh say they, had we assurance that we were interested in the Promises, we could rejoice, but we question our right to them,
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and we feare wee have no part or lot in them, &c.and we Fear we have no part or lot in them, etc.
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Now to raise up the soule cast down, and labouring under this fear, I shall present these particulars, to be seriously considered.
Now to raise up the soul cast down, and labouring under this Fear, I shall present these particulars, to be seriously considered.
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First, You have no just ground to say, you have no right to the Promises. God doth no where say, that thou shalt have nothing to do with his Promises.
First, You have no just ground to say, you have no right to the Promises. God does no where say, that thou shalt have nothing to do with his Promises.
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Sith God doth not exclude thee, why shouldest thou exclude thy selfe? Its not enough to say thou art a sinner, for the Promises are tendred unto sinners. Its observable, there is one Promise or other made and tendred unto all sorts of sinners. But.Sith God does not exclude thee, why Shouldst thou exclude thy self? Its not enough to say thou art a sinner, for the Promises Are tendered unto Sinners. Its observable, there is one Promise or other made and tendered unto all sorts of Sinners. But.
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Secondly, Its your duty to beleeve the Promises are yours, and this is the way to come to know it.
Secondly, Its your duty to believe the Promises Are yours, and this is the Way to come to know it.
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Its a strange, and ungospell-like expression to say, I would beleeve the Promises did belong to me, if I knew it.
Its a strange, and ungospell-like expression to say, I would believe the Promises did belong to me, if I knew it.
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Why, if you knew it, what roome were there for faith? You must beleeve so shall you know•. Suppose a pardon (thrown to a company of condemned ones in a prison) should any say, is my name in particular there? when it should be said, there is a pardon for any that will take it.
Why, if you knew it, what room were there for faith? You must believe so shall you know•. Suppose a pardon (thrown to a company of condemned ones in a prison) should any say, is my name in particular there? when it should be said, there is a pardon for any that will take it.
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Oh how would all catch, and snatch at it.
O how would all catch, and snatch At it.
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Certainly, (O soule) you should beleeve the Promises to be yours, and not stand questioning whether they are or no? After you beleeved (not before, pray mark it) you were seded with the spirit of promise, Ephes. 1.13.
Certainly, (Oh soul) you should believe the Promises to be yours, and not stand questioning whither they Are or no? After you believed (not before, pray mark it) you were seded with the Spirit of promise, Ephesians 1.13.
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Thirdly, It may be the Promise is yours, and your soule hath closed with it, although at present you doubt.
Thirdly, It may be the Promise is yours, and your soul hath closed with it, although At present you doubt.
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The Promises comming to us, art as sealed letters: and we many times have them in our hand, and read them not.
The Promises coming to us, art as sealed letters: and we many times have them in our hand, and read them not.
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No wonder therefore, you say you find not the comfort of them.
No wonder Therefore, you say you find not the Comfort of them.
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Many soules have the Promises, as children have the nipple of the breast, in their mouthes, but doe not suck:
Many Souls have the Promises, as children have the nipple of the breast, in their mouths, but do not suck:
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and no wonder if they cry out, they taste not the sweetnesse of them. Object. Nay, but I fear, and tremble;
and no wonder if they cry out, they taste not the sweetness of them. Object. Nay, but I Fear, and tremble;
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I am full of doubts, and vexation: And had I closed with the promise this would not be.I am full of doubts, and vexation: And had I closed with the promise this would not be.
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Answ. Say not so (O soule) the wom•• that came behind Christ touched him, though she trembled. Answer Say not so (Oh soul) the wom•• that Come behind christ touched him, though she trembled.
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Its possible for a soule to touch a Promise, even so far as to draw vertue out of it (a• it were indirectly) and by the hinder parts when happily it durst not (as the woman in th•• case) come before the Promise,
Its possible for a soul to touch a Promise, even so Far as to draw virtue out of it (a• it were indirectly) and by the hinder parts when happily it durst not (as the woman in th•• case) come before the Promise,
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and close directly with it in the face thereof. But
and close directly with it in the face thereof. But
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Fourthly, thou must know (O soule) that some promises have their times of fulfilling,
Fourthly, thou must know (Oh soul) that Some promises have their times of fulfilling,
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and peradventure the time is not yet come; the promise of hidden manna is to a time of conquest, Apoc. 2.17. It may be thy combate is not yet over;and Peradventure the time is not yet come; the promise of hidden manna is to a time of conquest, Apocalypse 2.17. It may be thy combat is not yet over;
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why then dost thou expect the Manna? some promises are sealed up (as Commissions, not to be opened, till the Commander come to such a place) sure I am, God keeps some promises till the life to come; and we doe but in vaine trouble our selves to looke for the fulfilling of them here.
why then dost thou expect the Manna? Some promises Are sealed up (as Commissions, not to be opened, till the Commander come to such a place) sure I am, God keeps Some promises till the life to come; and we do but in vain trouble our selves to look for the fulfilling of them Here.
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Lastly, Suppose as yet thou hast never (as thou sayest) closed with any promise, what hinders O soule but that thou doe it now? The promises of God lye open before you,
Lastly, Suppose as yet thou hast never (as thou Sayest) closed with any promise, what hinders O soul but that thou do it now? The promises of God lie open before you,
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why doe you not come and take? Surely you should not cast downe your soules, with feare that you have not closed with them yet,
why do you not come and take? Surely you should not cast down your Souls, with Fear that you have not closed with them yet,
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but you should thus arise, and lay hold of them now. Obj. So I would, if I were but thus, or had but this;
but you should thus arise, and lay hold of them now. Object So I would, if I were but thus, or had but this;
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I want the condition of the promise, and till I have that, I dare not meddle with it.
I want the condition of the promise, and till I have that, I Dare not meddle with it.
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Answ. Beware of this rock (O soule!) it hath split many, let it not split thee.
Answer Beware of this rock (Oh soul!) it hath split many, let it not split thee.
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To this end you are to know (and pray minde it.)
To this end you Are to know (and pray mind it.)
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First, You are to fetch all from the Promises, not to bring any thing to the Promises.
First, You Are to fetch all from the Promises, not to bring any thing to the Promises.
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The Promises are not as Pumps, that will give no water, except some be poured in:
The Promises Are not as Pumps, that will give no water, except Some be poured in:
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But they are as Wells: and there is nothing for us to doe but to come and draw. Such as stand off from acting faith upon the Promises nakedly, because they see not this, or that in themselves:
But they Are as Wells: and there is nothing for us to do but to come and draw. Such as stand off from acting faith upon the Promises nakedly, Because they see not this, or that in themselves:
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Are guilty of making their own qualifications, their faiths bottome.
are guilty of making their own qualifications, their faiths bottom.
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Secondly, The greatest promises, as of pardon of sins, &c. are FREE: Its said come and take freely, buy wine, and milke without money, or monyes worth:
Secondly, The greatest promises, as of pardon of Sins, etc. Are FREE: Its said come and take freely, buy wine, and milk without money, or moneys worth:
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God blots out sins for his names sake, its only for us to declare it, and put him in remembrance, that we may bee justified, And
God blots out Sins for his names sake, its only for us to declare it, and put him in remembrance, that we may be justified, And
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Thirdly, The Promises are to give the condition. Its considerable that whatever condition may be urged as pre-requisite to any one promise: is freely promised in another.
Thirdly, The Promises Are to give the condition. Its considerable that whatever condition may be urged as prerequisite to any one promise: is freely promised in Another.
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A new heart: a new and right spirit: A new heart: a new and right Spirit:
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repentance of sin, victory over corruptions, &c. These things are called out for as conditions: and these things are held forth as promised. See to this purpose, these places, Jer. 25.7. Eze. 36.25. Act. 5.31.Repentance of since, victory over corruptions, etc. These things Are called out for as conditions: and these things Are held forth as promised. See to this purpose, these places, Jer. 25.7. Ezekiel 36.25. Act. 5.31.
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Ro. 7. ult. &c. Wherefore then (O dejected soul) art thou cast down? as if the Promises were not thine,Ro. 7. ult. etc. Wherefore then (Oh dejected soul) art thou cast down? as if the Promises were not thine,
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or did not belong to thee. Surely, thou hast no ground justly so to say.
or did not belong to thee. Surely, thou hast no ground justly so to say.
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Remember nothing is freer then the grace of Christ, and that is held forth to thee:
remember nothing is freer then the grace of christ, and that is held forth to thee:
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And in him all the Promises shall be yea, and amen: Arise (O soul) and lay hold on him,
And in him all the Promises shall be yea, and Amen: Arise (Oh soul) and lay hold on him,
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and all the Promises in him.
and all the Promises in him.
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So shalt thou be able to say, of a truth, now I see God is no respecter of persons, in the tender of his promises.
So shalt thou be able to say, of a truth, now I see God is no respecter of Persons, in the tender of his promises.
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CHAP. 12. Satisfaction to Soules cast downe, and troubled about their abstinence from sinne, &c,
CHAP. 12. Satisfaction to Souls cast down, and troubled about their abstinence from sin, etc.,
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DEjected soules are very weake, and hence it is that they are ready to be troubled about every thing;
DEjected Souls Are very weak, and hence it is that they Are ready to be troubled about every thing;
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this Satan sees, and hence it is that creates trouble in them; even from that, which otherwise might comfort them.
this Satan sees, and hence it is that creates trouble in them; even from that, which otherwise might Comfort them.
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Abstinence from sinne is expresly commanded, and yet even about obedience to this command, the dejected soule is troubled. Abstinence from sin is expressly commanded, and yet even about Obedience to this command, the dejected soul is troubled.
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Oh say some, poore hearts (that re cast downe) we abstaine from sinne, 'tis true,
O say Some, poor hearts (that re cast down) we abstain from sin, it's true,
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but from what principles? Are they not rather selfish, and slavish, then spirituall, and sincere? A Dogge chained up is a Dogge still;
but from what principles? are they not rather selfish, and slavish, then spiritual, and sincere? A Dog chained up is a Dog still;
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and the reason why he doth not this, or that mischiefe is his chaine, not his change, and we feare 'tis so with us ▪ &c.
and the reason why he does not this, or that mischief is his chain, not his change, and we Fear it's so with us ▪ etc.
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Now to answer soules saying thus, and (if it may be) to satisfie them under this feare, there be foure things which I desire may be minded.
Now to answer Souls saying thus, and (if it may be) to satisfy them under this Fear, there be foure things which I desire may be minded.
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First, Its mercy to be able to abstaine from any principles;
First, Its mercy to be able to abstain from any principles;
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sinne is such an evill, as that its a great good to be kept from it by any meanes;
sin is such an evil, as that its a great good to be kept from it by any means;
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the heart of some is so fully bent upon sin, that nothing can restraine them; some wretches rush into abomination as the Horse into the battell: Ah Lord!
the heart of Some is so Fully bent upon since, that nothing can restrain them; Some wretches rush into abomination as the Horse into the battle: Ah Lord!
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how many are there who will not, are not, cannot be kept from sinne by all meanes used? Its a favour (oh poore soule) that thou art not as they are;
how many Are there who will not, Are not, cannot be kept from sin by all means used? Its a favour (o poor soul) that thou art not as they Are;
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its well for thee thou art not as wilde as they:
its well for thee thou art not as wild as they:
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I much feare their case who are not afraid of, nor abstaine from sinne at all;
I much Fear their case who Are not afraid of, nor abstain from sin At all;
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I little feare thine, who art so afraid of sinning, as that thou questionest not the reality of the act,
I little Fear thine, who art so afraid of sinning, as that thou Questionest not the reality of the act,
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but the royalty of the principle. Its a kinde of high, and royall hatred of sinne, when the soule cannot be contented only to abstaine from it;
but the royalty of the principle. Its a kind of high, and royal hatred of sin, when the soul cannot be contented only to abstain from it;
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but when its troubled (as thou art O soule) that the principles of that abstinence were not high, and royall enough.
but when its troubled (as thou art O soul) that the principles of that abstinence were not high, and royal enough.
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Secondly, God traines up his children in holy things by degrees; as in point of doing good, and fearing him;
Secondly, God trains up his children in holy things by Degrees; as in point of doing good, and fearing him;
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so in point of eschewing evill, God carries on by degrees.
so in point of Eschewing evil, God carries on by Degrees.
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God takes off his owne people from running into sinne, sometimes by hedging up their way with thornes, as 'tis, Hos. 2.6. Mothers weane their children from the breast by Wormwood at first:
God Takes off his own people from running into sin, sometime by hedging up their Way with thorns, as it's, Hos. 2.6. Mother's wean their children from the breast by Wormwood At First:
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God first (at least oft) takes us off from sinne rather by the bitternesse of it, then the sweetnesse of himselfe. Suppose (O soule) as yet thy abstinence from sinne proceeds from feare rather then love, yet know its Gods way thus to traine up his children.
God First (At least oft) Takes us off from sin rather by the bitterness of it, then the sweetness of himself. Suppose (Oh soul) as yet thy abstinence from sin proceeds from Fear rather then love, yet know its God's Way thus to train up his children.
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How many have first abstained from sinne out of feare of Hell, who yet afterward have been helped to abstaine from it out of love to Christ? some who at first could not be kept from sinne,
How many have First abstained from sin out of Fear of Hell, who yet afterwards have been helped to abstain from it out of love to christ? Some who At First could not be kept from sin,
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if they had not been told of Hell, death, and damnation, have yet in time sincerely profest, they would abstaine,
if they had not been told of Hell, death, and damnation, have yet in time sincerely professed, they would abstain,
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and avoyd sinne, if there were none of those things at all; so it hath been with others, so it shall be with you.
and avoid sin, if there were none of those things At all; so it hath been with Others, so it shall be with you.
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Let thy principles be as low as thou fearest, oh soule!
Let thy principles be as low as thou Fearest, o soul!
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(and yet thy feare argues them higher then thou thinkest) yet (I say) suppose them low now, they may be high ere long;(and yet thy Fear argues them higher then thou Thinkest) yet (I say) suppose them low now, they may be high ere long;
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God by degrees will heighten both thy practise, and thy principles. But, Thirdly; Jesus Christ knowes how to passe by low principles, as well as pardon lewd practises. God by Degrees will heighten both thy practice, and thy principles. But, Thirdly; jesus christ knows how to pass by low principles, as well as pardon lewd practises.
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He that can, and doth forgive acts of sinne when very high, can and will forgive abstinence from sinne, when the principles are low. Indeed Christ highly embraces soules who are yet principled but low; Nathaniels first principle of faith in Christ, was it seemes but low; Iesus hints, it was but this, because he had told him that he saw him under the figg-tree, as 'tis, Joh. 1.50.
He that can, and does forgive acts of sin when very high, can and will forgive abstinence from sin, when the principles Are low. Indeed christ highly embraces Souls who Are yet principled but low; nathaniel's First principle of faith in christ, was it seems but low; Iesus hints, it was but this, Because he had told him that he saw him under the Fig tree, as it's, John 1.50.
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Suppose thy abstinence from sin be as low principled as his faith in Christ, yet Christ knowes how to love thee, as him: therefore,
Suppose thy abstinence from since be as low principled as his faith in christ, yet christ knows how to love thee, as him: Therefore,
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Lastly, Know you, that happinesse depends not upon your acts, or principles of abstaining from sinne,
Lastly, Know you, that happiness depends not upon your acts, or principles of abstaining from sin,
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but upon the bloud of Christ, that takes away all sinne. but upon the blood of christ, that Takes away all sin.
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The Apostle knew, that if he should have said, himselfe and other beleevers had no sinne, he should have spoke amisse;
The Apostle knew, that if he should have said, himself and other believers had no sin, he should have spoke amiss;
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but sure he was of this, that the bloud of Christ would cleanse from all; and that if any sinned;
but sure he was of this, that the blood of christ would cleanse from all; and that if any sinned;
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they had an Advocate with the Father; they had an Advocate with the Father;
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and these things he writ that they might not sinne: wherefore then (O soule!) who abstainest from sinne, be not cast downe for feare thy principles of abstinence are too low;
and these things he writ that they might not sin: Wherefore then (Oh soul!) who abstainest from sin, be not cast down for Fear thy principles of abstinence Are too low;
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but rejoyce in this, that the bloud of Christ shall take away the guilt of all thy lewd practises,
but rejoice in this, that the blood of christ shall take away the guilt of all thy lewd practises,
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and much more the guilt of low, and meane principles, But yet (O soule) know, this gives no liberty to sinne; O no (sayest thou) it doth not,and much more the guilt of low, and mean principles, But yet (Oh soul) know, this gives no liberty to sin; Oh no (Sayest thou) it does not,
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and God forbid that I should sinne, because of this grace;
and God forbid that I should sin, Because of this grace;
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I desire for ever to avoyd sinne, and oh that I could doe it from holy and high principles.
I desire for ever to avoid sin, and o that I could do it from holy and high principles.
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Quest. I pray help me herein.Quest. I pray help me herein.
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Answ. For thy helpe (O soule) in this kinde there are three things, which I offer to thy thoughts,Answer For thy help (Oh soul) in this kind there Are three things, which I offer to thy thoughts,
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as meanes to heighten thy principles in abstaining from sinne. First, Eye Christ as dying for sinne;
as means to heighten thy principles in abstaining from sin. First, Eye christ as dying for sin;
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its low to abstaine from sinne for feare least it should spill our bloud; but its high to adstaine from sinne in faith, that it hath shed Christs bloud.
its low to abstain from sin for Fear lest it should spill our blood; but its high to adstaine from sin in faith, that it hath shed Christ blood.
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Eye thy Saviour on the Crosse (O soule!) and that wil secretly, and spiritually beget these thoughts in thee:
Eye thy Saviour on the Cross (Oh soul!) and that will secretly, and spiritually beget these thoughts in thee:
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Shall I sinne, for whom Christ dyed? Did sinne kill him, and shall not I therefore leave it? Did he lay downe his life for my sins, Shall I sin, for whom christ died? Did sin kill him, and shall not I Therefore leave it? Did he lay down his life for my Sins,
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and shall •ot I abstaine from my lusts, for his sake? The thoughts of this, that sinne cost thy Saviours Bloud, will heighten thy principle in abstaining from it.and shall •ot I abstain from my Lustiest, for his sake? The thoughts of this, that sin cost thy Saviors Blood, will heighten thy principle in abstaining from it.
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Secondly, Looke upon your selves as dead to sinne, in your Saviours death for sinne;
Secondly, Look upon your selves as dead to sin, in your Saviors death for sin;
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if thou art dead to it, thou wilt abstaine from it; and if thou abstaine from sinne upon this principle, thy principle is high.
if thou art dead to it, thou wilt abstain from it; and if thou abstain from sin upon this principle, thy principle is high.
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The Apostle Paul teacheth this principle, Rom. 6.11. Reckon ye your selves to be dead indeed unto sinne;
The Apostle Paul Teaches this principle, Rom. 6.11. Reckon you your selves to be dead indeed unto sin;
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this is a conclusion which Logically he would have Christians to draw from Christs death, viz. That they are dead to sinne;
this is a conclusion which Logically he would have Christians to draw from Christ death, viz. That they Are dead to sin;
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and if they thus conclude, he hints, the conclusion may be maintained, for tis so indeed. The soule is high in holinesse who avoyds sinne,
and if they thus conclude, he hints, the conclusion may be maintained, for this so indeed. The soul is high in holiness who avoids sin,
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because tis dead to it. Why (O soule) thou art indeed dead to sinne,
Because this dead to it. Why (Oh soul) thou art indeed dead to sin,
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and if upon that reckoning, or if from that reasoning thou abstaine from sinne, thy abstinence is preciously principled. Adde to this:
and if upon that reckoning, or if from that reasoning thou abstain from sin, thy abstinence is preciously principled. Add to this:
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Lastly, the remembrance of this, viz. That sinne alone eclipseth love; and this thought will beget hatred against sinne to purpose.
Lastly, the remembrance of this, viz. That sin alone Eclipseth love; and this Thought will beget hatred against sin to purpose.
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Hatred begotten, or springing from love is great: Hatred begotten, or springing from love is great:
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Why, this thought (O soule) that sinne only cloudeth thy Saviours love, will make thee, out of love to his love, hate sinne,
Why, this Thought (Oh soul) that sin only cloudeth thy Saviors love, will make thee, out of love to his love, hate sin,
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and so abstaine from it indeed: And abstinence from sinne upon this account is high. I know (O soule) you love discoveries of your Saviours love,
and so abstain from it indeed: And abstinence from sin upon this account is high. I know (Oh soul) you love discoveries of your Saviors love,
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now then remember this, Its sinne, and sinne only that can hide love;
now then Remember this, Its sin, and sin only that can hide love;
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and if thou remembrest that, thou wilt abstaine from sinne upon a principle of love to love;
and if thou Rememberest that, thou wilt abstain from sin upon a principle of love to love;
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and if thy principle be such, thou wilt not have any cause to be cast downe, or disquieted about it.
and if thy principle be such, thou wilt not have any cause to be cast down, or disquieted about it.
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CHAP. 13. Satisfaction to cast downe soules troubled about the sinne against the Holy Ghost.
CHAP. 13. Satisfaction to cast down Souls troubled about the sin against the Holy Ghost.
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SAtan makes some soules dejected, feare they have sinned unto death, &c. the sinne against the Holy Ghost;
SAtan makes Some Souls dejected, Fear they have sinned unto death, etc. the sin against the Holy Ghost;
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and many soules cast downe, are perplexed with this feare:
and many Souls cast down, Are perplexed with this Fear:
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Now I shall seeke to remove this feare, and to satisfie dejected soules in this case by the proposall of these particulars.
Now I shall seek to remove this Fear, and to satisfy dejected Souls in this case by the proposal of these particulars.
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First, Its very uncertaine what this sinne is, I thinke none can exactly define it, and few can well describe it; First, Its very uncertain what this sin is, I think none can exactly define it, and few can well describe it;
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now its strange that thou shouldest feare (more strange that any should conclude) themselves guilty of such a sinne, the knowledge of which is so uncertaine.
now its strange that thou Shouldst Fear (more strange that any should conclude) themselves guilty of such a sin, the knowledge of which is so uncertain.
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Secondly, Tis very certaine many soules (especially dejected ones) take that for this sin which is not.
Secondly, This very certain many Souls (especially dejected ones) take that for this since which is not.
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Its true in a sence, every sinne is a sinne against the Holy Ghost (for he is God even as the Father, and the Son; ) but tis as true, every sinne (which is so accounted) is not the sinne against the Holy Ghost, of which the Scriptures speake,
Its true in a sense, every sin is a sin against the Holy Ghost (for he is God even as the Father, and the Son;) but this as true, every sin (which is so accounted) is not the sin against the Holy Ghost, of which the Scriptures speak,
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as unpardonable. Two sins I finde eminently urged by dejected soules against themselves, as the sinne against the Holy Ghost;
as unpardonable. Two Sins I find eminently urged by dejected Souls against themselves, as the sin against the Holy Ghost;
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that is to say: 1 Sinning against cleare light, and Conscience. 2 Sinning against taste of love, and experience.
that is to say: 1 Sinning against clear Light, and Conscience. 2 Sinning against taste of love, and experience.
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But certainly, tis possible for a Saint to commit sinne of both these kinds, and yet not to sinne the sinne against the Holy Ghost.
But Certainly, this possible for a Saint to commit sin of both these Kinds, and yet not to sin the sin against the Holy Ghost.
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I doe make no doubt, but Davids sinne (in the bed-businesse of Bathsheba ) had both these ingredients;
I do make no doubt, but Davids sin (in the bed-businesse of Bathsheba) had both these ingredients;
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It cannot be doubted but his light was cleare, (that Adultery was a sinne) and not to bee committed;
It cannot be doubted but his Light was clear, (that Adultery was a sin) and not to be committed;
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the expresse letter of the Commandements (which David was well studied and skill'd in) forbids it;
the express Letter of the commandments (which David was well studied and skilled in) forbids it;
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and for sinning after sweet experiences, who doubts it? David had sweet experiences of God,
and for sinning After sweet experiences, who doubts it? David had sweet experiences of God,
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when he was delivered from the Philistines, Psal. 56. and from Soul, in the cave, Psal. 57. yea,
when he was Delivered from the philistines, Psalm 56. and from Soul, in the cave, Psalm 57. yea,
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and he composed a special choyce Psalme upon each occasion, therefore he stiles them Michtams, i. e.
and he composed a special choice Psalm upon each occasion, Therefore he stile them Michtams, i. e.
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golden Psalmes, and yet it was after all this that he fell in that foule businesse.
golden Psalms, and yet it was After all this that he fell in that foul business.
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I might instance in Peters Case (which seemed, and in a sence did exceed Davids ) and in the case of others,
I might instance in Peter's Case (which seemed, and in a sense did exceed Davids) and in the case of Others,
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and yet none ever charged them with the sinne against the Holy Ghost;
and yet none ever charged them with the sin against the Holy Ghost;
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so that tis cleare many are mistaken in this sinne, and why mayest not thou be mistaken (oh soule) who fearest it?
so that this clear many Are mistaken in this sin, and why Mayest not thou be mistaken (o soul) who Fearest it?
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Thirdly, There are some soules who are not at present capable of that sinne;
Thirdly, There Are Some Souls who Are not At present capable of that sin;
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my meaning is, that cannot possibly (at present) be charged with it, as now;
my meaning is, that cannot possibly (At present) be charged with it, as now;
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such as are not very highly enlightened, such as have not had any great or high income of joy and sweetnesse, such as have not been eminent; and long professors.
such as Are not very highly enlightened, such as have not had any great or high income of joy and sweetness, such as have not been eminent; and long professors.
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All Divines conclude, that a person sinning the sinne against the Holy Ghost, must be supposed to be;
All Divines conclude, that a person sinning the sin against the Holy Ghost, must be supposed to be;
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1. One much enlightened 2. One who hath tasted of the heavenly gift, and the joyes of the Holy Ghost;
1. One much enlightened 2. One who hath tasted of the heavenly gift, and the Joys of the Holy Ghost;
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yea and 3. One who hath been some famous and forward Professor. Now, alas poore soule!yea and 3. One who hath been Some famous and forward Professor. Now, alas poor soul!
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thou cryest out thou art but a babe, a novice;
thou Christ out thou art but a babe, a novice;
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one who knowes little, and hast tasted lesse; one who hath small light, and weake life, and no joy or comfort at all;
one who knows little, and hast tasted less; one who hath small Light, and weak life, and no joy or Comfort At all;
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one whose highest degree of knowledge, is, but as yet a beame, whose greatest income of joy, is but a drop;
one whose highest degree of knowledge, is, but as yet a beam, whose greatest income of joy, is but a drop;
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who art a stranger to tasting of the heavenly powers, and the world to come; and who yet art no forwarder, then humbly to professe to desire to feare Jehovah, and to love Jesus.
who art a stranger to tasting of the heavenly Powers, and the world to come; and who yet art no forwarder, then humbly to profess to desire to Fear Jehovah, and to love jesus.
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Thou dost often sigh these sayings, and seale to them as true; and this may secure thee, from being guilty of the sinne against the Holy Ghost,
Thou dost often sighs these sayings, and seal to them as true; and this may secure thee, from being guilty of the sin against the Holy Ghost,
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sith at present thou art incapable of that sinne. But,
sith At present thou art incapable of that sin. But,
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Forthly, The soule guilty of this sinne cannot be troubled for it, (at least) so as to desire to repent of it,
Forthly, The soul guilty of this sin cannot be troubled for it, (At least) so as to desire to Repent of it,
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and to have Christ to pardon it. and to have christ to pardon it.
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Thy feare, thy trouble, thy disquiets (O soule) argue thou art free from this sinne,
Thy Fear, thy trouble, thy disquiets (Oh soul) argue thou art free from this sin,
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for wert thou guilty of it, thy heart it would be hardred, and could not desire to repent; thy Conscience, it would be seared,
for Wertenberg thou guilty of it, thy heart it would be hardred, and could not desire to Repent; thy Conscience, it would be seared,
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and no way disquieted for it;
and no Way disquieted for it;
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yea and thy desires would be dead, so as that thou wouldest not pant after Christ, nor the Spirit; thy very feares,
yea and thy Desires would be dead, so as that thou Wouldst not pant After christ, nor the Spirit; thy very fears,
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and disquiets, should answer in this case themselves, they could not, would not be in thee,
and disquiets, should answer in this case themselves, they could not, would not be in thee,
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if this sinne were committed by thee; a senslesse and troublelesse soule ever goes along with this sinne, and therefore know this.
if this sin were committed by thee; a senseless and troublelesse soul ever Goes along with this sin, and Therefore know this.
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Fifthly, None can be guilty of the sin against the Holy Ghost, but such as
Fifthly, None can be guilty of the since against the Holy Ghost, but such as
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First, totally fall away from both Practise and Profession of all godlinesse, and Religion, as tis, Heb. 6.6.
First, totally fallen away from both practice and Profession of all godliness, and Religion, as this, Hebrew 6.6.
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Secondly, Directly doe despite unto the spirit of grace, as tis, Heb. 10.29, and
Secondly, Directly do despite unto the Spirit of grace, as this, Hebrew 10.29, and
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Thirdly, Such as doe directly and plainly, and professedly oppose, and speake evill of the wayes of Christ, which sometimes they professed.
Thirdly, Such as doe directly and plainly, and professedly oppose, and speak evil of the ways of christ, which sometime they professed.
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Now tell me (O soule) and beware of false witnesse against thy selfe.
Now tell me (Oh soul) and beware of false witness against thy self.
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Quest. First, Art thou totally falne away from both the practise, and profession of godlinesse? Dost hold no points of Faith? Dost doe no acts of Religion? Dost make no profession of Jesus Christ?Quest. First, Art thou totally fallen away from both the practice, and profession of godliness? Dost hold no points of Faith? Dost do no acts of Religion? Dost make no profession of jesus christ?
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Answ. Surely I heare the say, I desire to beleeve, and the Lord help my unbeleefe; Answer Surely I hear the say, I desire to believe, and the Lord help my unbelief;
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I desire to walke exactly, to have a good Conscience to God and man;
I desire to walk exactly, to have a good Conscience to God and man;
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and this profession I make, that if I know my heart, I desire to worship the God of my Fathers, according to that order of the Gospell, which many count and call Heresie; well then (O soule) thou art not totally falne away, which yet thou wouldest be,
and this profession I make, that if I know my heart, I desire to worship the God of my Father's, according to that order of the Gospel, which many count and call Heresy; well then (Oh soul) thou art not totally fallen away, which yet thou Wouldst be,
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if thou wert guilty of the sinne feared. But,
if thou Wertenberg guilty of the sin feared. But,
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Quest. Secondly, Say soule (and doe not eclipse the truth of Gods grace in thee,) Darest thou doe despight to the Holy Ghost?Quest. Secondly, Say soul (and do not eclipse the truth of God's grace in thee,) Darest thou do despite to the Holy Ghost?
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Ans. Surely I heare thee answering, I tremble at the thought thereof, I would not for ten thousand worlds, speake the least evill of that good Spirit;Ans. Surely I hear thee answering, I tremble At the Thought thereof, I would not for ten thousand world's, speak the least evil of that good Spirit;
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I am so farre from despiting him, that I doe earnestly desire him, and waite for him. Alas!
I am so Far from despiting him, that I do earnestly desire him, and wait for him. Alas!
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this (O soule) would not, could not be, wert thou guilty of this sinne. Then,
this (Oh soul) would not, could not be, Wertenberg thou guilty of this sin. Then,
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Thirdly, answer (O soule) Dost thou oppose godlinesse? What dost, or darest thou persecute such as desire to walke with Christ, & c?
Thirdly, answer (Oh soul) Dost thou oppose godliness? What dost, or Darest thou persecute such as desire to walk with christ, & c?
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Answ. Is not this thy reply to this;Answer Is not this thy reply to this;
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That thou rather pittyest thy selfe, for not being so forward as others, then persecutest them for being before thee? Yea, thou art so farre from opposing those that are godly, that thou wouldest (if Christ would help thee) suffer any persecutions rather then leave off thy endeavour to be godly.
That thou rather pittyest thy self, for not being so forward as Others, then Persecutest them for being before thee? Yea, thou art so Far from opposing those that Are godly, that thou Wouldst (if christ would help thee) suffer any persecutions rather then leave off thy endeavour to be godly.
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Now certainly (O poore dejected soule) thou art not guilty of the sinne thou fearest,
Now Certainly (Oh poor dejected soul) thou art not guilty of the sin thou Fearest,
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for if thou wert, thou wouldest fall away wholly, and speake evill of the Spirit directly, and oppose godlinesse professedly!
for if thou Wertenberg, thou Wouldst fallen away wholly, and speak evil of the Spirit directly, and oppose godliness professedly!
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sith these things doe ever accompany that sinne against the Holy Ghost. But,
sith these things do ever accompany that sin against the Holy Ghost. But,
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Lastly, there have been precious soules, who sometime feared their sinning against the Holy Ghost, and yet have afterward enjoyed the sealing of the Holy Ghost;
Lastly, there have been precious Souls, who sometime feared their sinning against the Holy Ghost, and yet have afterwards enjoyed the sealing of the Holy Ghost;
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Mistris Drake, Mistris Wight, and others of late have brought forth this experience fully to light; Mistress Drake, Mistress Wight, and Others of late have brought forth this experience Fully to Light;
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that soules who have sometimes questioned their sinning unto death, have yet found the Spirit sealing them up to life; and Mistris Drake breathed out (a little before her death) this comfortable counsel, Never let any despaire, how desperately miserable soever their case be.
that Souls who have sometime questioned their sinning unto death, have yet found the Spirit sealing them up to life; and Mistress Drake breathed out (a little before her death) this comfortable counsel, Never let any despair, how desperately miserable soever their case be.
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Wherefore then, rouze up thy selfe (O dejected soule!) thou who now fearest the sinne against the Spirit, mayest ere long boast of the seale of the Spirit.
Wherefore then, rouse up thy self (Oh dejected soul!) thou who now Fearest the sin against the Spirit, Mayest ere long boast of the seal of the Spirit.
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Trust thou in Christ, for thou shalt yet praise him, for joy and assurance given in by that Holy Ghost, against whom at present thou fearest that thou hast sinned.
Trust thou in christ, for thou shalt yet praise him, for joy and assurance given in by that Holy Ghost, against whom At present thou Fearest that thou hast sinned.
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CHAP. 14. There remaines yet one Case more, which being spoke unto, puts an end to this Section.
CHAP. 14. There remains yet one Case more, which being spoke unto, puts an end to this Section.
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NOw this Case is, the feare of falling away after all.
NOw this Case is, the Fear of falling away After all.
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Many a poor soul which is satisfied (it may be) for the present in its state, Many a poor soul which is satisfied (it may be) for the present in its state,
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yet questions it for the future; Oh! say some soules, we feare we shall never hold out, many have gone farte,
yet questions it for the future; Oh! say Some Souls, we Fear we shall never hold out, many have gone fart,
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and yet have perished at last, for want of perseverance; indeed this is usually the last trouble of dejected soules,
and yet have perished At last, for want of perseverance; indeed this is usually the last trouble of dejected Souls,
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and in this, as in a last refuge they shelter their feares.
and in this, as in a last refuge they shelter their fears.
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Suppose, say they, our case be now as good as the Angels at first, as good as Adams in Paradice,
Suppose, say they, our case be now as good as the Angels At First, as good as Adams in Paradise,
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yet Adam fel, and Angels fel, and we fear the like.
yet Adam fell, and Angels fell, and we Fear the like.
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Now unto these soules I would offer these particulars, in order, to raise them from under this dejection.
Now unto these Souls I would offer these particulars, in order, to raise them from under this dejection.
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First, Blessed is the soule that feareth alway;
First, Blessed is the soul that fears always;
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The soule standeth surest while it trembleth, the Apostle adviseth him that standeth, to take heed least he fall.
The soul Stands Surest while it Trembleth, the Apostle adviseth him that Stands, to take heed lest he fallen.
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And the way to stand, is not to be high minded, but to feare; as it is, Rom. 11.20. Many had never fell had they ever feared;
And the Way to stand, is not to be high minded, but to Fear; as it is, Rom. 11.20. Many had never fell had they ever feared;
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Peters presumption was his fayling, and the cause of his falling; security exposeth to falls, but feare preserves.Peter's presumption was his failing, and the cause of his falling; security exposeth to falls, but Fear preserves.
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Christ may therefore suffer thee to feare,, that he may sanctifie that feare unto perseverance. But,
christ may Therefore suffer thee to Fear,, that he may sanctify that Fear unto perseverance. But,
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Secondly, Though you fall, yet you may rise againe, as tis, Micha 7.8. Its one thing to fall in part, another thing to fall in whole;
Secondly, Though you fallen, yet you may rise again, as this, Micah 7.8. Its one thing to fallen in part, Another thing to fallen in Whole;
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the Spouse, slept, yet her heart waked, Cant. 5.2. Peter fell, but he was raised up againe;
the Spouse, slept, yet her heart waked, Cant 5.2. Peter fell, but he was raised up again;
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many a man hath stumbled, and yet not fell flat on all foure (as we say) and many a Saint hath,
many a man hath stumbled, and yet not fell flat on all foure (as we say) and many a Saint hath,
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and may fall a while, and yet not wholly fa•• away, Besides, consider Thirdly, The promise is to restore you;
and may fallen a while, and yet not wholly fa•• away, Beside, Consider Thirdly, The promise is to restore you;
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Christ will heale our back-slidings, and love us freely. Hos. 14.4.
christ will heal our backslidings, and love us freely. Hos. 14.4.
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and its his worke, as well to raise us up after conversion in case of d••linings,
and its his work, as well to raise us up After conversion in case of d••linings,
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as to raise us before conversion from the grave of death. Its a command, that we should restore one another in case of falls, Gal. 6.1. and surely that which Christ bids us to doe, himselfe will doe much more.
as to raise us before conversion from the grave of death. Its a command, that we should restore one Another in case of falls, Gal. 6.1. and surely that which christ bids us to do, himself will do much more.
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An obligation lyes upon him, and its his Fathers will that he should lose none, Joh. 6.39.
an obligation lies upon him, and its his Father's will that he should loose none, John 6.39.
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And surely if Christ should not restore you, he should lose you. Therefore,
And surely if christ should not restore you, he should loose you. Therefore,
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Fourthly, Know your state in regeneration, is surer then that of the Angels, and Adam in creation. They were their owne Keepers, but Christ is yours;
Fourthly, Know your state in regeneration, is Surer then that of the Angels, and Adam in creation. They were their own Keepers, but christ is yours;
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they stood upon their owne leggs, but you are held in Christs hand. Suppose them great ships, and your selves but little barkes;
they stood upon their own legs, but you Are held in Christ hand. Suppose them great ships, and your selves but little barks;
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yet a barke fastned to a rock in Harbour, is safer then a great ship at sea.
yet a bark fastened to a rock in Harbour, is safer then a great ship At sea.
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Suppose two Children, the one bigger going alone, the other lesser, but in the Fathers armes, that which is in the Fathers armes is surer,
Suppose two Children, the one bigger going alone, the other lesser, but in the Father's arms, that which is in the Father's arms is Surer,
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then he which is upon his owne leggs: Why, the case is yours (Beleevers) you are in the armes, the bosome of the Lord Jesus, &c. Lastly, There are sure grounds of your perseverance;
then he which is upon his own legs: Why, the case is yours (Believers) you Are in the arms, the bosom of the Lord jesus, etc. Lastly, There Are sure grounds of your perseverance;
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minde them, draw comfort from them, and be not cast downe, Obj. But alas!
mind them, draw Comfort from them, and be not cast down, Object But alas!
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what grounds have I to build my perseverance on? I have little knowledge, lesse faith, least assurance; I have many corruptions, more temptations, most rubs, &c. Ans. Your way is not to looke upon your selves, but upon your Saviour;
what grounds have I to built my perseverance on? I have little knowledge, less faith, least assurance; I have many corruptions, more temptations, most rubs, etc. Ans. Your Way is not to look upon your selves, but upon your Saviour;
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he is the Rock that is higher then you, and on him you are safe.
he is the Rock that is higher then you, and on him you Are safe.
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Five grounds there are (amongst others) upon which you may build your beleefe of perseverance.
Five grounds there Are (among Others) upon which you may built your belief of perseverance.
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First, The unchangeable love of God;
First, The unchangeable love of God;
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he loves you with an everlasting love (therefore he called you, as tis, Jer. 31.3.) He is unchangable in his love (therefore he'l not consume you, Mal. 3.6.) Christs love to you is (as himselfe) Yesterday, to day, and for ever the same.
he loves you with an everlasting love (Therefore he called you, as this, Jer. 31.3.) He is unchangeable in his love (Therefore He'll not consume you, Malachi 3.6.) Christ love to you is (as himself) Yesterday, to day, and for ever the same.
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Having loved his owne, he loveth them to the end, as it is, Joh. 13.1. Secondly, The everlasting decree of God;
Having loved his own, he loves them to the end, as it is, John 13.1. Secondly, The everlasting Decree of God;
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this foundation of the Lord abideth sure, and it hath this seale, The Lord knoweth who are his, 2 Tim. 2.19. Divine decrees alter not, God will not cast off bis people whom he fore-knew, Rom. 11.1. for whom he fore-knew, them he predestinated, Rom. 8.28. and his purpose according to election shall stand, Romans 9.11.
this Foundation of the Lord Abideth sure, and it hath this seal, The Lord Knoweth who Are his, 2 Tim. 2.19. Divine decrees altar not, God will not cast off bis people whom he foreknew, Rom. 11.1. for whom he foreknew, them he predestinated, Rom. 8.28. and his purpose according to election shall stand, Romans 9.11.
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Thirdly, You have in you an immortall seed; you are borne againe of God, and your seed remaines, 1 Joh. 3.9. Certainly that which is borne of the Spirit, is Spirit;
Thirdly, You have in you an immortal seed; you Are born again of God, and your seed remains, 1 John 3.9. Certainly that which is born of the Spirit, is Spirit;
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as that which is borne of the flesh, is flesh; Fleshly births may dye, but Spirituall births will live.
as that which is born of the Flesh, is Flesh; Fleshly births may die, but Spiritual births will live.
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Fourthly, You have a sure promise, Jerem. 32.40. God promiseth to make an everlasting Covenant. So likewise, Joh. 4.14. The promise is of a Well, springing up to everlasting life.
Fourthly, You have a sure promise, Jeremiah 32.40. God promises to make an everlasting Covenant. So likewise, John 4.14. The promise is of a Well, springing up to everlasting life.
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Yea, Gods promises in this particular are surer then the Mountaines, then the ordinances of heaven.
Yea, God's promises in this particular Are Surer then the Mountains, then the ordinances of heaven.
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These things shall passe away, but not these promises; as it is, Isay 54.10. Jer. 31.36. Lastly, You have an Almighty power to keep you;
These things shall pass away, but not these promises; as it is, Saiah 54.10. Jer. 31.36. Lastly, You have an Almighty power to keep you;
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Suck that sweet place, 1 Pet. 1. Blessed be God the Father, who hath begotten us againe to a lively hope, to an inheritance reserved for you in heaven, who are kept by the power of God unto salvation, vers. 5. There is a power,
Suck that sweet place, 1 Pet. 1. Blessed be God the Father, who hath begotten us again to a lively hope, to an inheritance reserved for you in heaven, who Are kept by the power of God unto salvation, vers. 5. There is a power,
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and that power is the power of a God, and this is put forth in keeping of you.
and that power is the power of a God, and this is put forth in keeping of you.
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So that now, you having so many grounds of perseverance, why should you doubt, and be dejected? Your perseverance doth not depend upon your owne power (which is mutable) but upon Christs promise (which is immutable) He hath promised to give you eternall life,
So that now, you having so many grounds of perseverance, why should you doubt, and be dejected? Your perseverance does not depend upon your own power (which is mutable) but upon Christ promise (which is immutable) He hath promised to give you Eternal life,
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and that you shall never perish, neither shall any pull you out of his hand,
and that you shall never perish, neither shall any pull you out of his hand,
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and his Fathers, as it is, Joh. 10, 28, 29.) now faithfull is he that hath promised.and his Father's, as it is, John 10, 28, 29.) now faithful is he that hath promised.
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Obj. Oh! but though none can pull me out of Corists hand, I may cast my selfe out; Object Oh! but though none can pull me out of Corists hand, I may cast my self out;
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and so Christ may leave me to Satan, and I fall away.
and so christ may leave me to Satan, and I fallen away.
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Ans. Thou art deceived (oh dejected soule!) if thou thinke, that Christ will permit thee to doe that which hee'l not permit Satan;Ans. Thou art deceived (o dejected soul!) if thou think, that christ will permit thee to do that which he'll not permit Satan;
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albeit the Childe would fall out of the Mothers armes, yet she'l not let it.
albeit the Child would fallen out of the Mother's arms, yet Shell not let it.
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Christ will uphold thee by the right hand of his power, so as that albeit thou of thy selfe (because of thy ficklenesse wouldest fall) yet he (because of his faithfulnesse) will not let thee.
christ will uphold thee by the right hand of his power, so as that albeit thou of thy self (Because of thy fickleness Wouldst fallen) yet he (Because of his faithfulness) will not let thee.
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Object. Nay, but yet I read of the falls of many a Saint, David, and Solomon, and Peter, and others stronger by farre then I, have fallen, &c. Answ. True, but they were restored againe;Object. Nay, but yet I read of the falls of many a Saint, David, and Solomon, and Peter, and Others Stronger by Far then I, have fallen, etc. Answer True, but they were restored again;
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though they fell, yet they did not fall away; Christ raised them, and he'le also raise thee:
though they fell, yet they did not fallen away; christ raised them, and he'll also raise thee:
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For he hath promised to heale backslidings; ( i. e. falls after love and light) and to love (notwithstanding) them freely.
For he hath promised to heal backslidings; (i. e. falls After love and Light) and to love (notwithstanding) them freely.
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Object. But the Apostle saith, Its impossible for those who were once inlightened, and have tasted the heavenly gift, &c. if they fall away to renew them by repentance, &c. Hebrews 6.4.5, 6.Object. But the Apostle Says, Its impossible for those who were once enlightened, and have tasted the heavenly gift, etc. if they fallen away to renew them by Repentance, etc. Hebrews 6.4.5, 6.
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Minde these things to cleare this place (O sad soule!)
Mind these things to clear this place (Oh sad soul!)
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Answ. 1. The Apostle doth not say positively, that such as were inlightened, &c. might fall away;Answer 1. The Apostle does not say positively, that such as were enlightened, etc. might fallen away;
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he only supposeth it, If they doe, saith he, ver. 6. Quest. But if it might not be, why doth the Apostle urge it.
he only Supposeth it, If they do, Says he, ver. 6. Quest. But if it might not be, why does the Apostle urge it.
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Rep. As a Caution to make them carefull. It was impossible that Hered could kill Christ in his Infancy;Rep. As a Caution to make them careful. It was impossible that Heard could kill christ in his Infancy;
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yet Joseph is forewarned upon such a feare to fly. Matthew, 2.13.
yet Joseph is forewarned upon such a Fear to fly. Matthew, 2.13.
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And albeit it be impossible for such as ere indeed inlightened, and have savingly tasted, &c. to fall away;
And albeit it be impossible for such as ere indeed enlightened, and have savingly tasted, etc. to fallen away;
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yet such a thing may bee urged to beget a holy feare, to make the soule diligent,
yet such a thing may be urged to beget a holy Fear, to make the soul diligent,
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and to keepe it from being secure. But,
and to keep it from being secure. But,
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Secondly, Tis common for Hypocrites (after such inlightenings and enjoyments, which are but common and generall) to fall away;
Secondly, This Common for Hypocrites (After such inlightenings and enjoyments, which Are but Common and general) to fallen away;
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but its impossible for Saints, and such as are sincere, and truly gracious. Here is nothing spoken but what an Hypocrite may have,
but its impossible for Saints, and such as Are sincere, and truly gracious. Here is nothing spoken but what an Hypocrite may have,
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and that such may fall away is not denyed;
and that such may fallen away is not denied;
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but what is this to a soule truly beleeving, and sincerely united to Jesus Christ? Though a Shadow may perish, what is that to the perishing of a substance? Doe not dispute thy selfe (O soul) into doubts, rather receive satisfaction;
but what is this to a soul truly believing, and sincerely united to jesus christ? Though a Shadow may perish, what is that to the perishing of a substance? Do not dispute thy self (Oh soul) into doubts, rather receive satisfaction;
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Christ will not lose any that are given to him:
christ will not loose any that Are given to him:
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Its his Fathers will he should not (as he saith Jo•. 6.39.) And surely hee'l be faithfull to his Father;
Its his Father's will he should not (as he Says Jo•. 6.39.) And surely he'll be faithful to his Father;
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Oh therefore, be not thou fearefull of falling, but if thou wilt fear, let it be with a feare of diligence to keepe thee from security;
O Therefore, be not thou fearful of falling, but if thou wilt Fear, let it be with a Fear of diligence to keep thee from security;
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let it not be with a feare of diffidence, to fill thee with sorrowes.
let it not be with a Fear of diffidence, to fill thee with sorrows.
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Christ, who in no wise would cast thee off, when thou commest, will in no wise lose thee, now thou art come.
christ, who in no wise would cast thee off, when thou Comest, will in no wise loose thee, now thou art come.
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If thou wander, hee'l seeke thee; if thou fall, hee'l raise thee; yea and what ever may be thy feares, hee'l uphold thee in his Grace,
If thou wander, he'll seek thee; if thou fallen, he'll raise thee; yea and what ever may be thy fears, he'll uphold thee in his Grace,
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even to the Grave; and besides; hee'l raise thee up againe at the last day.
even to the Grave; and beside; he'll raise thee up again At the last day.
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Thus have I passed through those particular Cases which I proposed to my selfe to resolve.
Thus have I passed through those particular Cases which I proposed to my self to resolve.
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But alas, all that I have said, is but dead, unlesse Christ quicken it. READER; pray over these conceptions, that a spirit of life may come into them;
But alas, all that I have said, is but dead, unless christ quicken it. READER; pray over these conceptions, that a Spirit of life may come into them;
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that they may so quicked dejected Soules, that they may arise, and say to themselves;
that they may so quicked dejected Souls, that they may arise, and say to themselves;
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Why are we cast downe, and why are we disquieted? Let us not give way to our feares and sadnesse, Why Are we cast down, and why Are we disquieted? Let us not give Way to our fears and sadness,
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but exercise our faith and patience;
but exercise our faith and patience;
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for we shall yet see God as the health of our countenance, and as our God. for we shall yet see God as the health of our countenance, and as our God.
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But these things are more fully to be spoken unto in the following Sections.
But these things Are more Fully to be spoken unto in the following Sectis.
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CHAP. 15. Cure for Soules cast downe by remainder of corruption.
CHAP. 15. Cure for Souls cast down by remainder of corruption.
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HAving past through the particular cases of dejected soules, I thought it not amisse to adde by way of supplement unto them some other;
HAving passed through the particular cases of dejected Souls, I Thought it not amiss to add by Way of supplement unto them Some other;
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I remember I touched upon eight grounds of Spirituall dejection, and least upon the mention of them any soule should be troubled, I shall offer somethings to satisfie such who is,
I Remember I touched upon eight grounds of Spiritual dejection, and lest upon the mention of them any soul should be troubled, I shall offer somethings to satisfy such who is,
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or may be cast downe about them;
or may be cast down about them;
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so that as in the former Section I indeavoured to satisfie the particular feares of dejected soules;
so that as in the former Section I endeavoured to satisfy the particular fears of dejected Souls;
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I shall in this, endeavour to cure the generall causes of all dejection.
I shall in this, endeavour to cure the general Causes of all dejection.
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Divines know there is a difference between a Cause, and a Case, the one is the bitter seed, the other the sower fruit of dejection:
Divines know there is a difference between a Cause, and a Case, the one is the bitter seed, the other the sour fruit of dejection:
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Now as I have said something to the one, so shall I likewise speake a little to the other.
Now as I have said something to the one, so shall I likewise speak a little to the other.
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To begin then in that order in which I prepared them.
To begin then in that order in which I prepared them.
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The first cause of Spirituall dejection was the remainders of corruption, this indeed is the root, and ground of all dejections.
The First cause of Spiritual dejection was the remainders of corruption, this indeed is the root, and ground of all dejections.
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And in order to the Cure of a soule cast downe, in the sight and sence of remaining corruption, I shall lay downe these considerations.
And in order to the Cure of a soul cast down, in the sighed and sense of remaining corruption, I shall lay down these considerations.
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First, Consider that the worke of Christ upon the soule doth not in this Life altogether destroy sinne; As long as the soule is in the body, there will be sinne in the soule;
First, Consider that the work of christ upon the soul does not in this Life altogether destroy sin; As long as the soul is in the body, there will be sin in the soul;
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even Paul had a body of sinne and death in him, and till death destroy the body, thou must not looke to have sinne altogether dead in thee.
even Paul had a body of sin and death in him, and till death destroy the body, thou must not look to have sin altogether dead in thee.
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This is granted by all, and why should it be questioned by thee, O dejected soule!
This is granted by all, and why should it be questioned by thee, Oh dejected soul!
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Secondly, Consider remaining corruption will worke one time or other; A Dogge though in a chaine will barke, and sometimes bite too;
Secondly, Consider remaining corruption will work one time or other; A Dog though in a chain will bark, and sometime bite too;
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a man cannot carry fire in his bosome, but sometime or other it wil heat him,
a man cannot carry fire in his bosom, but sometime or other it will heat him,
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if it doe not burne him.
if it do not burn him.
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Thou cryest out (O dejected soul) that they remaining corruption doth oft disturbe thee;
Thou Christ out (Oh dejected soul) that they remaining corruption does oft disturb thee;
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but why shouldest, or how canst thou expect the contrary? While thou dwellest in this house of Clay, that Dunghill wil annoy thee. But,
but why Shouldst, or how Canst thou expect the contrary? While thou dwellest in this house of Clay, that Dunghill will annoy thee. But,
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Thirdly, Remember corruptions groaned under as a burden, are rather a ground of rejoycing then of dejection;
Thirdly, remember corruptions groaned under as a burden, Are rather a ground of rejoicing then of dejection;
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for, First, it argues a life of bolinesse, to feele a weight in sinne; Dead men feele no weight be it never so heavie:
for, First, it argues a life of bolinesse, to feel a weight in sin; Dead men feel no weight be it never so heavy:
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and, Secondly, it argues an activity of life to groane;
and, Secondly, it argues an activity of life to groan;
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Many soules rather glory in, then groane under a weight of sinne, but it is a speciall mercy thou art not as they are.
Many Souls rather glory in, then groan under a weight of sin, but it is a special mercy thou art not as they Are.
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Fourthly, Beleeve it (O soule) Jesus Christ doth simpathize with thee under this thy burthen:
Fourthly, Believe it (Oh soul) jesus christ does sympathise with thee under this thy burden:
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While thou groanest under, and art cast down at the sight of remaining corruption, thou art the object of Christs compassion.
While thou groanest under, and art cast down At the sighed of remaining corruption, thou art the Object of Christ compassion.
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It is a good plaister for any sore, to consider the pitty of our Saviour: It is a good plaster for any soar, to Consider the pity of our Saviour:
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Christ pitties thee (O poore dejected soule) to see thee labouring, and groaning under the remainder of sinne, Heb. 4.2.
christ pities thee (Oh poor dejected soul) to see thee labouring, and groaning under the remainder of sin, Hebrew 4.2.
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Fifthly, Consider remaining corruption shall never ruine thee: As the remaining Canaanites did not, could not ruine Israel in the promised Land;
Fifthly, Consider remaining corruption shall never ruin thee: As the remaining Canaanites did not, could not ruin Israel in the promised Land;
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so neither shall remaining corruption ever ruine thy soule. Could corruption ruine thy holinesse, joy, salvation glory &c. thou mightest be much dejected indeed;
so neither shall remaining corruption ever ruin thy soul. Could corruption ruin thy holiness, joy, salvation glory etc. thou Mightest be much dejected indeed;
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but that it cannot, shall not doe.
but that it cannot, shall not do.
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Thy holinesse, thy joy, thy salvation, thy glory, &c. are all safe in the impregnable bulwark Christs hand, (which is the infinite power of God) and though corruption remaine in thee, it shall never ruine these.
Thy holiness, thy joy, thy salvation, thy glory, etc. Are all safe in the impregnable bulwark Christ hand, (which is the infinite power of God) and though corruption remain in thee, it shall never ruin these.
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Sixthly, Consider Jesus Christ dyed to redeeme thee from the remainders of corruption: And doe thou act thy faith on thy Saviours death, for thy sinnes death;
Sixthly, Consider jesus christ died to Redeem thee from the remainders of corruption: And do thou act thy faith on thy Saviors death, for thy Sins death;
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the vertue of his death remaines, to keep under corruption from having dominion.
the virtue of his death remains, to keep under corruption from having dominion.
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It is thy duty, and let it be thy care and endeavour, to goe to Jesus Christ for strength against,
It is thy duty, and let it be thy care and endeavour, to go to jesus christ for strength against,
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and victory over thy remaining corruption; therefore up and be doing, that is, beleeving.
and victory over thy remaining corruption; Therefore up and be doing, that is, believing.
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Doe not sit solitary (as one cast downe) to see some remainders of sin.
Do not fit solitary (as one cast down) to see Some remainders of since.
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Suppose (O soule) you had seene some gallant Captaine rescuing a person, or place from the power of some potent enemy, by breaking the strength and power of the Enemy,
Suppose (Oh soul) you had seen Some gallant Captain rescuing a person, or place from the power of Some potent enemy, by breaking the strength and power of the Enemy,
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and by taking up his abode in some Castle neare the place.
and by taking up his Abided in Some Castle near the place.
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Suppose after this, there should appeare some scattered Parties, should the person or place be dejected at the remainder of a routed adversary, should not they rather goe to their Conquerour and Captaine,
Suppose After this, there should appear Some scattered Parties, should the person or place be dejected At the remainder of a routed adversary, should not they rather go to their Conqueror and Captain,
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and intreat him to suppresse those remaining forces? Beare up (O cast-downe soule) the case is thine, Christ the Captaine of thy salvation hath routed the maine body of sinne upon his crosse, and spoiled corruption of his chiefest strength;
and entreat him to suppress those remaining forces? Bear up (Oh Cast-down soul) the case is thine, christ the Captain of thy salvation hath routed the main body of sin upon his cross, and spoiled corruption of his chiefest strength;
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he hath set up a garrison in thy soule, and put in a party strong enough to repell,
he hath Set up a garrison in thy soul, and put in a party strong enough to repel,
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and keep under the remaining forces;
and keep under the remaining forces;
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O goe to him, stirre up his Spirit to come forth, and to bring thy Conquerours sword to check and suppresse thy tumultuous enemies;
Oh go to him, stir up his Spirit to come forth, and to bring thy Conquerors sword to check and suppress thy tumultuous enemies;
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I meane, to lift up thy Saviours crosse against thy corruptions.
I mean, to lift up thy Saviors cross against thy corruptions.
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And beleeve it (soule) there is a vertue still in that Crosse, to keep the remainders of corruption under.
And believe it (soul) there is a virtue still in that Cross, to keep the remainders of corruption under.
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Be not therefore cast downe, but beleeve;
Be not Therefore cast down, but believe;
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and if thou by the Spirit (whom Christ hath put into the garrison of thy soule) doe goe forth, and mortifie sinne, thou shalt live,
and if thou by the Spirit (whom christ hath put into the garrison of thy soul) do go forth, and mortify sin, thou shalt live,
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and it shall dye at last. and it shall die At last.
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CHAP. 16. Cure for Soules cast downe by falls into sinne.
CHAP. 16. Cure for Souls cast down by falls into sin.
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THe second cause of Spirituall dejection was (as I mentioned) falls into sinne: This casts down the soule, that the remainders of corruption doe not only worke, but that sometimes they prevaile;
THe second cause of Spiritual dejection was (as I mentioned) falls into sin: This Cast down the soul, that the remainders of corruption do not only work, but that sometime they prevail;
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sometimes the soule is actually overtaken with sinne, and falls it may be, into some foule fact; now this causeth casting downe:
sometime the soul is actually overtaken with sin, and falls it may be, into Some foul fact; now this Causes casting down:
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to cure which, I shall speake something in particular, when I have premised this one thing in generall, viz.
to cure which, I shall speak something in particular, when I have premised this one thing in general, viz.
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It must be confessed it is sad to fall into sinne; It must be confessed it is sad to fallen into sin;
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After the soule hath been in Christs armes, to fall into the pits of Satan (for so sins are) must needs goe to its heart; indeed it goes to Christs: After the soul hath been in Christ arms, to fallen into the pits of Satan (for so Sins Are) must needs go to its heart; indeed it Goes to Christ:
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He is offended really, and mightily, that any soules who have tasted his grace, in pardoning past sins, and knowen that such a pardon cost his bloud;
He is offended really, and mightily, that any Souls who have tasted his grace, in pardoning past Sins, and known that such a pardon cost his blood;
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I say, he is offended, that such should afterward commit, or fall into any sinne,
I say, he is offended, that such should afterwards commit, or fallen into any sin,
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but yet, all things weighed, there may be much, yea and enough said to cure and comfort a soule dejected, because of falls into sin after grace. As,
but yet, all things weighed, there may be much, yea and enough said to cure and Comfort a soul dejected, Because of falls into since After grace. As,
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First, Such a thing (as this) is consistent with grace. This is that which causeth the dejection of such soules as fall into sinne, that they are thereby drawne to doubt the truth of their grace; for say they,
First, Such a thing (as this) is consistent with grace. This is that which Causes the dejection of such Souls as fallen into sin, that they Are thereby drawn to doubt the truth of their grace; for say they,
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surely had we been ever really and strongly wrought upon, wee could never have failen into such and such sins.
surely had we been ever really and strongly wrought upon, we could never have failen into such and such Sins.
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But yet, these soules should doe well to remember, that Sampson fell againe, and againe into the same sinne of wantounesse, and yet he is in the Catalogue of the children of Abraham, and reckoned up amongst the worthy beleevers ( Heb. 11.) Its the opinion of many holy,
But yet, these Souls should do well to Remember, that Sampson fell again, and again into the same sin of wantounesse, and yet he is in the Catalogue of the children of Abraham, and reckoned up among the worthy believers (Hebrew 11.) Its the opinion of many holy,
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and wise persons, that David fell more then once into the sinne of lying; and that therefore he prayed to be kept from the way of it, Psal. 119.29.
and wise Persons, that David fell more then once into the sin of lying; and that Therefore he prayed to be kept from the Way of it, Psalm 119.29.
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I mention not this to countenance (much lesse to incourage) presumptuous desperate sinners, but only to cure perplexed and dejected Saints;
I mention not this to countenance (much less to encourage) presumptuous desperate Sinners, but only to cure perplexed and dejected Saints;
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ye are deceived (O ye dejected soules!) if you thinke your falls into sinne be inconsistent with grace.
you Are deceived (Oh you dejected Souls!) if you think your falls into sin be inconsistent with grace.
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Secondly, Consider, falls into sinne are not falls from salvation;
Secondly, Consider, falls into sin Are not falls from salvation;
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The Covenant of Grace is not made null by thy fall (O cast-downe soule!) though Israel have played the Harlot, yet Christ remaines a Husband. God did expresly say,
The Covenant of Grace is not made null by thy fallen (Oh Cast-down soul!) though Israel have played the Harlot, yet christ remains a Husband. God did expressly say,
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though thy children sinne, and though I visite their sinnes with a rod, yet my Covenant will I not breake, Psal. 89. Peradventure (O soule) thou art cast downe,
though thy children sin, and though I visit their Sins with a rod, yet my Covenant will I not break, Psalm 89. Peradventure (Oh soul) thou art cast down,
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as thinking thy fall into sinne hath cut off the band of the Covenant, but thou art mistaken. Yea,
as thinking thy fallen into sin hath Cut off the band of the Covenant, but thou art mistaken. Yea,
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Thirdly, There is a speciall salve prepared for this sore, a particular cure for this cause of dejection, viz. Promises of pardon after falls into sinne; ILE HEALE BACK-SLIDINGS, Hos. 14.3.
Thirdly, There is a special salve prepared for this soar, a particular cure for this cause of dejection, viz. Promises of pardon After falls into sin; ISLE HEAL BACKSLIDINGS, Hos. 14.3.
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Surely that supposeth falls into sinne after grace (for what else is backsliding?) and that directly proposeth pardon, and healing to such soules.
Surely that Supposeth falls into sin After grace (for what Else is backsliding?) and that directly Proposeth pardon, and healing to such Souls.
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Returne yee backsliding children, and I will heale your backslidings, Jer. 3.22.Return ye backsliding children, and I will heal your backslidings, Jer. 3.22.
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Marke (O dejected soule) Christ calleth thee to returne, and he speakes to thee as to a Childe still (notwithstanding thy falls into sinne) therefore be thou advised to arise,
Mark (Oh dejected soul) christ calls thee to return, and he speaks to thee as to a Child still (notwithstanding thy falls into sin) Therefore be thou advised to arise,
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and to goe to him, urge him with his promise, and hee'l make it good: Neither is this my advice, but the advice of the Lord.
and to go to him, urge him with his promise, and he'll make it good: Neither is this my Advice, but the Advice of the Lord.
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Heare him in Hos. 14. O Israel, returne unto the Lord thy God (marke it, thy God still) for thou hast fallen (see soule how he points at thy state) by thine iniquity. Take with you words,
Hear him in Hos. 14. Oh Israel, return unto the Lord thy God (mark it, thy God still) for thou hast fallen (see soul how he points At thy state) by thine iniquity. Take with you words,
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and turne to the Lord, and say unto him; Take away all iniquity, and receive us graciously. and turn to the Lord, and say unto him; Take away all iniquity, and receive us graciously.
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Rise up therefore and obey this command, and counsell, and certainly in this case thou wilt finde cure and comfort.
Rise up Therefore and obey this command, and counsel, and Certainly in this case thou wilt find cure and Comfort.
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CHAP. 17. Cure for soules dejected about the Covenant of Grace.
CHAP. 17. Cure for Souls dejected about the Covenant of Grace.
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I Said, that ignorance of the Covenant of Grace, was likewise a cause (and a chiefe cause) of Spirituall dejection;
I Said, that ignorance of the Covenant of Grace, was likewise a cause (and a chief cause) of Spiritual dejection;
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and therefore I hinted in the use of the first Section advice to study it;
and Therefore I hinted in the use of the First Section Advice to study it;
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I shall briefly offer something to this here, for many times dejected soules cry out, They are, and may be well cast downe,
I shall briefly offer something to this Here, for many times dejected Souls cry out, They Are, and may be well cast down,
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for alas they are not in that Covenant. for alas they Are not in that Covenant.
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Were I in the Covenant of Grace (cryes the dejected soule) I could rejoyce, Were I in the Covenant of Grace (cries the dejected soul) I could rejoice,
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but alas, I doubt it, and therefore I am dejected. Alas, I finde many things in that Covenant promised, which indeed I could wish; but alas!
but alas, I doubt it, and Therefore I am dejected. Alas, I find many things in that Covenant promised, which indeed I could wish; but alas!
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I want, and how can I thinke I am in the Covenant, when I have not the things promised in it in my owne soule, &c. But let me intreat thee a little to consider these particulars in order, to cure this cause of thy dejection. I want, and how can I think I am in the Covenant, when I have not the things promised in it in my own soul, etc. But let me entreat thee a little to Consider these particulars in order, to cure this cause of thy dejection.
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First, The things of the •ovenant are not wrought all together;
First, The things of the •ovenant Are not wrought all together;
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there are many particulars promised, as feare, new spirit, tender heart, &c. each of which is wrought in its time and order.
there Are many particulars promised, as Fear, new Spirit, tender heart, etc. each of which is wrought in its time and order.
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It is true, the generall root of all these is given to the soule, viz. The Divine nature; but yet the particular branches spring up in their season.
It is true, the general root of all these is given to the soul, viz. The Divine nature; but yet the particular branches spring up in their season.
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Thou wouldest see all (O soul) but thou must stay the time, and thou shalt.
Thou Wouldst see all (Oh soul) but thou must stay the time, and thou shalt.
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Secondly, Neither is any one particular perfectly wrought at once;
Secondly, Neither is any one particular perfectly wrought At once;
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a soft heart is a thing wrought by degrees, and to have the Law written in our hearts is businesse of time;
a soft heart is a thing wrought by Degrees, and to have the Law written in our hearts is business of time;
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it is a long Copy, which Christs Spirit is writing a long time: As we are alway learning, so that is alway writing.
it is a long Copy, which Christ Spirit is writing a long time: As we Are always learning, so that is always writing.
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Thou (O poore soule) wouldest have all together, and at once, and in truth who would not be glad (if it might be) to have it so;
Thou (Oh poor soul) Wouldst have all together, and At once, and in truth who would not be glad (if it might be) to have it so;
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but we must wait, for this worke is not the businesse of a day, but of our whole life.
but we must wait, for this work is not the business of a day, but of our Whole life.
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Thirdly, Christ knowes who are in Covenant though we doe not;
Thirdly, christ knows who Are in Covenant though we do not;
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He is the Mediator of it, and he may see, and know that thou art in that Covenant, though thou doe not.
He is the Mediator of it, and he may see, and know that thou art in that Covenant, though thou do not.
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The Father, who hath made a Purchase in his owne name, and his Childes, may, and doth know the Childe to be in the writing, though the Childe doe not:
The Father, who hath made a Purchase in his own name, and his Child's, may, and does know the Child to be in the writing, though the Child do not:
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Christ your Father made the Covenant (in the purchase of his Bloud) on your behalfe,
christ your Father made the Covenant (in the purchase of his Blood) on your behalf,
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and so knowes thy name to be in it, though thou cannot see, nor read it there, by reason of thy infant age, and condition of Childe-hood. But,
and so knows thy name to be in it, though thou cannot see, nor read it there, by reason of thy infant age, and condition of Childhood. But,
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Lastly, Suppose it as thou fearest, take hold of the Covenant now.
Lastly, Suppose it as thou Fearest, take hold of the Covenant now.
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1 It is a free Covenant, reached out to poore sinners upon tearmes of grace, Free Grace, rich grace,
1 It is a free Covenant, reached out to poor Sinners upon terms of grace, Free Grace, rich grace,
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and not upon workes, or qualifications:
and not upon works, or qualifications:
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It promiseth all things, but it requires nothing but acceptance. 2 It is a full Covenant;
It promises all things, but it requires nothing but acceptance. 2 It is a full Covenant;
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it extends to all sinnes, originall, actuall, great, little; to sins of ignorance and infirmity; to sins of presumption and obstinacy.
it extends to all Sins, original, actual, great, little; to Sins of ignorance and infirmity; to Sins of presumption and obstinacy.
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I say therefore, Arise (O cast-down soule) God in the Covenant of Grace calls to rebels,
I say Therefore, Arise (Oh castdown soul) God in the Covenant of Grace calls to rebels,
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and saith, Let them take hold of my strength, that they may make peace with me, & they shal, Esa. 27.5.
and Says, Let them take hold of my strength, that they may make peace with me, & they shall, Isaiah 27.5.
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He calls every one to come, to incline his eare, and saith, Hee'l make an everlasting Covenant with them,
He calls every one to come, to incline his ear, and Says, He'll make an everlasting Covenant with them,
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even the sure mercies of David, Isa. 55.1, 2. It may be thou thinkest that thou hast stood out too long. (It is true, a day is too long to be out of Covenant with God) but yet it is not now too late.
even the sure Mercies of David, Isaiah 55.1, 2. It may be thou Thinkest that thou hast stood out too long. (It is true, a day is too long to be out of Covenant with God) but yet it is not now too late.
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To day if you will heare his voyce; To day if you will hear his voice;
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O therefore close with the Covenant now, and doe not lye cast downe, and dejected with feares, that thou art out:
Oh Therefore close with the Covenant now, and do not lie cast down, and dejected with fears, that thou art out:
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But arise, and come in, for now (in these Gospel times) even the Strangers, and Eunuch (debard in the times of the Law from the Congregation) are invited to take hold of the Covenant,
But arise, and come in, for now (in these Gospel times) even the Strangers, and Eunuch (debarred in the times of the Law from the Congregation) Are invited to take hold of the Covenant,
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and there are promises to this purpose made unto them in Esa. 56. to which place I referre thee for a further cure in this case.
and there Are promises to this purpose made unto them in Isaiah 56. to which place I refer thee for a further cure in this case.
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CHAP. 18. Cure for Soules cast downe upon indisposition to duties. INdisposition unto good duties is oftentimes a cause of dejection;
CHAP. 18. Cure for Souls cast down upon indisposition to duties. INdisposition unto good duties is oftentimes a cause of dejection;
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and by reason of it some are cast downe, as conceiving it inconsistent with a life of grace, and acceptation with God. and by reason of it Some Are cast down, as conceiving it inconsistent with a life of grace, and acceptation with God.
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Now to cure this, I shall apply these particular Plaisters. First, Life and indisposition may consist together;
Now to cure this, I shall apply these particular Plasters. First, Life and indisposition may consist together;
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Every living man is not lively alway: Even the Spouse of Christ was sometimes asleep, Cant. 5.2. Every living man is not lively always: Even the Spouse of christ was sometime asleep, Cant 5.2.
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Even David himselfe cryes out of straitnesse of heart.
Even David himself cries out of straitness of heart.
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It is possible thy soule may sometimes be as a Ship at Sea, without a full and fresh gale;
It is possible thy soul may sometime be as a Ship At Sea, without a full and fresh gale;
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I may speake it I thinke, as an universall truth; Never was any Saint disposed to duties at all times alike;
I may speak it I think, as an universal truth; Never was any Saint disposed to duties At all times alike;
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and why shouldest thou be cast downe at the common Lot, and condition of all Christians?
and why Shouldst thou be cast down At the Common Lot, and condition of all Christians?
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Secondly, It is a mercy thou art not quite dead to duty.
Secondly, It is a mercy thou art not quite dead to duty.
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Many a soule is starke dead to prayer, starke dead to the Word, &c. and it is Free Grace, thou art at worst but indisposed, better is the crawling Snaile then the dead Elephant;
Many a soul is stark dead to prayer, stark dead to the Word, etc. and it is Free Grace, thou art At worst but indisposed, better is the crawling Snail then the dead Elephant;
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And it is a more blessed state to be a creeping worme (though with much indisposition) in the way of duty and life;
And it is a more blessed state to be a creeping worm (though with much indisposition) in the Way of duty and life;
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then a skipping heart (though with much agility) in the way of sinne and death. then a skipping heart (though with much agility) in the Way of sin and death.
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Thirdly, Though thy indisposednesse be sad, yet thy trouble for this is sweet. Blessed is the soule that mournes for disposition to evill, and indisposition to good.
Thirdly, Though thy indisposedness be sad, yet thy trouble for this is sweet. Blessed is the soul that mourns for disposition to evil, and indisposition to good.
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Time was, when thou couldest live, and not be troubled at a totall neglect of duty;
Time was, when thou Couldst live, and not be troubled At a total neglect of duty;
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it is a mercy that now thou lovest it so well, as that thou art grieved that thou canst doe it no better. But,
it is a mercy that now thou Lovest it so well, as that thou art grieved that thou Canst do it no better. But,
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Fourthly, Consider thy acceptance with God doth not depend upon thy doing of duty, nor upon thy livelinesse and disposition in doing;
Fourthly, Consider thy acceptance with God does not depend upon thy doing of duty, nor upon thy liveliness and disposition in doing;
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no, it depends solely upon his grace. You are accepted in the beloved, as it is in that precious place, Eph. 1.6. Both thy person (notwithstanding its faults) and thy performances (notwithstanding their failings) are alwayes accepted in Christ, he hath made us accepted in the beloved;
no, it depends solely upon his grace. You Are accepted in the Beloved, as it is in that precious place, Ephesians 1.6. Both thy person (notwithstanding its Faults) and thy performances (notwithstanding their failings) Are always accepted in christ, he hath made us accepted in the Beloved;
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marke it, it is not thou, but God that makes thee (I say, MAKES thee) not thy selfe that makest thy selfe accepted;
mark it, it is not thou, but God that makes thee (I say, MAKES thee) not thy self that Makest thy self accepted;
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yea, and this is in the Beloved (not in our duties, or dispositions) but in the BELOVED, i. e. in Christ Jesus.
yea, and this is in the beloved (not in our duties, or dispositions) but in the BELOVED, i. e. in christ jesus.
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I tell thee, poore soule, couldest thou doe well, and with never so much life and disposition out of Christ, it were nothing.
I tell thee, poor soul, Couldst thou do well, and with never so much life and disposition out of christ, it were nothing.
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And contrary, though thy doings be poore, thy disposition poore, all poore, yet thou and all thine are accepted IN THE BELOVED.
And contrary, though thy doings be poor, thy disposition poor, all poor, yet thou and all thine Are accepted IN THE BELOVED.
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Fifthly, It is the office of Christ to present all thy performances to God, and to procure acceptation in his bloud.
Fifthly, It is the office of christ to present all thy performances to God, and to procure acceptation in his blood.
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He takes away all thy failings, and indispositions, and he presents all to the Father well.
He Takes away all thy failings, and indispositions, and he presents all to the Father well.
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Duties goe never from Saints to God as they come out of their owne hands, but as they goe through Christs. Duties go never from Saints to God as they come out of their own hands, but as they go through Christ.
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Lastly, Christ (O dejected soule) will cure thy indisposednesse;
Lastly, christ (Oh dejected soul) will cure thy indisposedness;
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Hee'l inlarge thy heart, and inliven thy spirit, and then shalt thou not only walke, but run the way of his Commandements,
He'll enlarge thy heart, and enliven thy Spirit, and then shalt thou not only walk, but run the Way of his commandments,
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when he shall inlarge thy heart, as it is, Psal. 119, 32. The Spirit is a Spirit of life, power, sweetnesse, inlargement,when he shall enlarge thy heart, as it is, Psalm 119, 32. The Spirit is a Spirit of life, power, sweetness, enlargement,
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and this Spirit he hath promised.
and this Spirit he hath promised.
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So that these things sucked by meditation may afford cure, and comfort to thee (O dejected soule) who art cast downe under the sence of indisposition to duties.
So that these things sucked by meditation may afford cure, and Comfort to thee (Oh dejected soul) who art cast down under the sense of indisposition to duties.
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CHAP. 19. Cure for Soules cast downe upon want of incomes. BUt alas, sayes some other soule! I doe, but in vaine;
CHAP. 19. Cure for Souls cast down upon want of incomes. BUt alas, Says Some other soul! I do, but in vain;
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I doe not complaine of indisposition to (though I might urge that) but of want of income in duty.
I do not complain of indisposition to (though I might urge that) but of want of income in duty.
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See the thing as it is stated, Sect. 1. cap. 9. I confesse, it is sad to be as the parched ground, alway gaping, See the thing as it is stated, Sect. 1. cap. 9. I confess, it is sad to be as the parched ground, always gaping,
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and never to have drops from above. and never to have drops from above.
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But yet (O soule) let me intreat thee to minde a few things in this case. But yet (Oh soul) let me entreat thee to mind a few things in this case.
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First, Divine income is not alway the same; Peradventure thou hast not so much now as formerly, it may be so; for,
First, Divine income is not always the same; Peradventure thou hast not so much now as formerly, it may be so; for,
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First, God gave thee much at first to incourage thee, as a beginner; which he doth not alway to all.
First, God gave thee much At First to encourage thee, as a beginner; which he does not always to all.
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Vsually, it is in Gods House as it is in ours, at first comming of a Servant, the Master is a little more familiar then afterward.
Usually, it is in God's House as it is in ours, At First coming of a Servant, the Master is a little more familiar then afterwards.
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At first comming God might give much to welcome thee, and to ingage thee, but now thou hast been long in his house, he mindes thee as much as formerly,
At First coming God might give much to welcome thee, and to engage thee, but now thou hast been long in his house, he minds thee as much as formerly,
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though he hint it not so often. Besides,
though he hint it not so often. Beside,
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Secondly, God may with-hold incomes to try thee, whether thou servest him for LOVE, or for the LOAVES:
Secondly, God may withhold incomes to try thee, whither thou servest him for LOVE, or for the LOAVES:
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Many serve Christ not for himselfe, but for themselves; rather for the penny of income, then for respect to him. Now Christ may with-hold incomes to try thee,
Many serve christ not for himself, but for themselves; rather for the penny of income, then for respect to him. Now christ may withhold incomes to try thee,
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and therefore be not cast downe for want of them, lest thou give him ground to suspect thee; but consider,
and Therefore be not cast down for want of them, lest thou give him ground to suspect thee; but Consider,
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Secondly, It is Christs Prerogative (if he will use it) to make us serve for nothing.
Secondly, It is Christ Prerogative (if he will use it) to make us serve for nothing.
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The Psalmist speakes it to the Kings Daughter, of Christ, He is thy Lord, and worship thou him, Psal. 45.11.
The Psalmist speaks it to the Kings Daughter, of christ, He is thy Lord, and worship thou him, Psalm 45.11.
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He must be worshipped as a Lord, because of his greatnesse, though hee should not give any income, or wages. Yet,
He must be worshipped as a Lord, Because of his greatness, though he should not give any income, or wages. Yet,
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Thirdly, He doth waite to give income in its season.
Thirdly, He does wait to give income in its season.
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There are times when incomes will be most sweet, and Christ doth waite for those times:
There Are times when incomes will be most sweet, and christ does wait for those times:
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Christ said to his Mother, Woman, what have I to doe with thee, Joh. 2. He knew there would by and by be a fitter season to doe that which she desired, then at that time;
christ said to his Mother, Woman, what have I to do with thee, John 2. He knew there would by and by be a fitter season to do that which she desired, then At that time;
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your time (said Christ) is alwayes, my time is not yet come, as it is, Job. 7, 6. O remember (dejected soule) Christ waites to be gracious;
your time (said christ) is always, my time is not yet come, as it is, Job. 7, 6. O Remember (dejected soul) christ waits to be gracious;
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his income shall be when fittest for thee.
his income shall be when Fittest for thee.
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Fourthly, It will argue a choyce frame of spirit in thee (and therefore I mention it, to presse it on thee) to doe duty, notwithstanding thou want income.
Fourthly, It will argue a choice frame of Spirit in thee (and Therefore I mention it, to press it on thee) to do duty, notwithstanding thou want income.
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To worke without wages, argues a love to the Master we work for;
To work without wages, argues a love to the Master we work for;
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a mercinary spirit wil doe for pay, but a gracious childe-like spirit will pay its selfe in its doing,
a mercenary Spirit will do for pay, but a gracious childlike Spirit will pay its self in its doing,
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and continue praying, hearing, receiving, &c. even without any income. But, Lastly, To cure thy dejected soule, who art troubled for want of income;
and continue praying, hearing, receiving, etc. even without any income. But, Lastly, To cure thy dejected soul, who art troubled for want of income;
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Know, that in Heaven thou shalt have income for all. The Master called the Servants at the evening, and gave then, to each his penny. Know, that in Heaven thou shalt have income for all. The Master called the Servants At the evening, and gave then, to each his penny.
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O consider thou shalt ere long have income to the full, when thou shalt enter into thy Masters joy; when thou shalt rest from thy labours, thy income shall follow thee;
Oh Consider thou shalt ere long have income to the full, when thou shalt enter into thy Masters joy; when thou shalt rest from thy labours, thy income shall follow thee;
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when thou shalt come to Abrahams bosome ( and there thou shalt come, dejected soule,
when thou shalt come to Abrahams bosom (and there thou shalt come, dejected soul,
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as poore a Lazarus, as thou art ) then thou shalt have every prayer, every sigh, every groane come to remembrance,as poor a Lazarus, as thou art) then thou shalt have every prayer, every sighs, every groan come to remembrance,
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and say, now thou hast all that which we went out for.
and say, now thou hast all that which we went out for.
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Rouse up therefore, O cast-downe soule, God is a good Master, you shall not labour in vaine:
Rouse up Therefore, Oh Cast-down soul, God is a good Master, you shall not labour in vain:
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Be not dejected, but be stedfast, unmoveable, alway abounding in the worke of the Lord, Be not dejected, but be steadfast, Unmovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord,
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for as much as you know your labour is not in vaine in the Lord, as tis, 1 Cor. 15. last.for as much as you know your labour is not in vain in the Lord, as this, 1 Cor. 15. last.
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why then should you be cast downe for lacke of income.
why then should you be cast down for lack of income.
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CHAP. 20. Cure for Soules cast downe upon insultation of Satan and enemies. I Remember another cause I mentioned of dejections, was the insultation of Satan and enemies;
CHAP. 20. Cure for Souls cast down upon insultation of Satan and enemies. I remember Another cause I mentioned of dejections, was the insultation of Satan and enemies;
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many soules are dejected at this, that Satan (and his instruments triumph over, as it is at large shewed before.
many Souls Are dejected At this, that Satan (and his Instruments triumph over, as it is At large showed before.
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Now to cure and comfort those, let me intreate dejected soules to minde, and remember these insuing things.
Now to cure and Comfort those, let me entreat dejected Souls to mind, and Remember these ensuing things.
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First, Satan will insult without ground:
First, Satan will insult without ground:
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Hee'l say to David, Where is his God, and hee'l but if to Christ, concerning his being the sonne of God. Sathan is an impudent enemy, who will bragge,
He'll say to David, Where is his God, and he'll but if to christ, Concerning his being the son of God. Sathan is an impudent enemy, who will brag,
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and triumph against a soule for nothing.
and triumph against a soul for nothing.
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It is the nature of a Dogge to barke, a Lion to roare, a Wolfe to howle;
It is the nature of a Dog to bark, a lion to roar, a Wolf to howl;
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and it is the nature of Sathan to insult: Be not therefore cast downe at it.
and it is the nature of Sathan to insult: Be not Therefore cast down At it.
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Secondly, Though Sathan insults, Christ is a friend, and loves us still; even at that time that Sathan insulted, and buffeted Paul, Christs grace was sufficient.
Secondly, Though Sathan insults, christ is a friend, and loves us still; even At that time that Sathan insulted, and buffeted Paul, Christ grace was sufficient.
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Should the Childe be cast down for the insulting of the Groome, or the Scullion, when he is beloved of his Father,
Should the Child be cast down for the insulting of the Groom, or the Scullion, when he is Beloved of his Father,
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as his Heire? What, though Satan say, Where is thy God, thy hope, &c. mayest not thou (O soule) say, My God,
as his Heir? What, though Satan say, Where is thy God, thy hope, etc. Mayest not thou (Oh soul) say, My God,
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and hope is in Heaven still.
and hope is in Heaven still.
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All the Devils in Hell, and men on earth, shall never, can never seperate between thee and thy God;
All the Devils in Hell, and men on earth, shall never, can never separate between thee and thy God;
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neither Principalities, nor Powers, nor Life, nor Death, nor any thing can separate, &c. Triumph (O soule) in that, Rom. 8.35.37. though Sathan insult, be not thou cast downe.neither Principalities, nor Powers, nor Life, nor Death, nor any thing can separate, etc. Triumph (Oh soul) in that, Rom. 8.35.37. though Sathan insult, be not thou cast down.
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Thirdly, The time shall come, when thou shalt tread upon thy insulting enemy, and when he shall be ashamed for all his insultations.
Thirdly, The time shall come, when thou shalt tread upon thy insulting enemy, and when he shall be ashamed for all his insultations.
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Remember (O cast downe soule! ( the God of peace will (though thou canst not) and that shortly, tread downe Sathan under your (even thy) feet, Rom. 16.20.
remember (Oh cast down soul! (the God of peace will (though thou Canst not) and that shortly, tread down Sathan under your (even thy) feet, Rom. 16.20.
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Christ will take thee by the hand, and owne thee in the presence of God, Angels and men, yea and Devills too;
christ will take thee by the hand, and own thee in the presence of God, Angels and men, yea and Devils too;
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And then thy enemy (Sathan) shall see, who said where is thy God,
And then thy enemy (Sathan) shall see, who said where is thy God,
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even then he shall see thy God as thine, and be confounded for all his insultation over thee.
even then he shall see thy God as thine, and be confounded for all his insultation over thee.
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Lastly, (for wicked men,) who now it may be deride and scoffe at thee, be not dejected for them.
Lastly, (for wicked men,) who now it may be deride and scoff At thee, be not dejected for them.
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Because the day will come when they will wish they were as thou art. Because the day will come when they will wish they were as thou art.
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When they shall as much admire at thy happinesse, and wisdome, as now they sleight thy state, and thoughts;
When they shall as much admire At thy happiness, and Wisdom, as now they sleight thy state, and thoughts;
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when God shall bring thee forth to light, and thou shalt behold his righteousnesse.
when God shall bring thee forth to Light, and thou shalt behold his righteousness.
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Then shall all thy enemies see it, and be ashamed, which said where is the Lord thy God;
Then shall all thy enemies see it, and be ashamed, which said where is the Lord thy God;
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Then shall they licke the dust like a Serpent, and shall fear, not only because of the Lord our God, but also because of thee, as it is in that Excellent Scripture. Mich. 7.9.10.17. which scripture if thou read seriously and act faith upon.
Then shall they lick the dust like a Serpent, and shall Fear, not only Because of the Lord our God, but also Because of thee, as it is in that Excellent Scripture. Mich. 7.9.10.17. which scripture if thou read seriously and act faith upon.
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I dare assure thee of cure for this cause of dejection: viz. insultation of Sathan and enemies.
I Dare assure thee of cure for this cause of dejection: viz. insultation of Sathan and enemies.
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CHAP. 21. Cure for Soules, cast downe upon corporall Afflictions. SPirituall dejection is sometimes caused by corporall affliction:
CHAP. 21. Cure for Souls, cast down upon corporal Afflictions. Spiritual dejection is sometime caused by corporal affliction:
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A sick body doth in some persons make a sad soul.
A sick body does in Some Persons make a sad soul.
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When Hezekiah was sick, and had received the sentence and message of death, he turned to the wall and wept; When Hezekiah was sick, and had received the sentence and message of death, he turned to the wall and wept;
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And the thoughts of the dying of his body, produced dejection in his soul. Thus indeed it is oft with others.
And the thoughts of the dying of his body, produced dejection in his soul. Thus indeed it is oft with Others.
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Now to cure this cause of dejection, I shall not need to be large.
Now to cure this cause of dejection, I shall not need to be large.
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Only take a few ingredients, which mixed together, and applyed, may serve in this case to raise the dejected Spirit.
Only take a few ingredients, which mixed together, and applied, may serve in this case to raise the dejected Spirit.
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First, Consider the great ground of this dejection is a deceit. Afflicted soules interpret affliction amisse, and therefore are cast downe.
First, Consider the great ground of this dejection is a deceit. Afflicted Souls interpret affliction amiss, and Therefore Are cast down.
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They take every whipping to be an effect of anger, whereas its a signe of love. They take every whipping to be an Effect of anger, whereas its a Signen of love.
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Your Father (O dejected soul) in your sicknesse is sweet. He makes thee sick in thy body, to cure some disease in thy soul.
Your Father (Oh dejected soul) in your sickness is sweet. He makes thee sick in thy body, to cure Some disease in thy soul.
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He doth not afflict thee willingly. Tis only that thy spirit may be well, that he makes thy body ill.
He does not afflict thee willingly. This only that thy Spirit may be well, that he makes thy body ill.
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You have had fathers of your flesh who corrected you, and yee gave them reverence:
You have had Father's of your Flesh who corrected you, and ye gave them Reverence:
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should you not much rather be in subjection to the Father of spirits & live? Heb. 12.9. This is spoke in reference to affliction.should you not much rather be in subjection to the Father of spirits & live? Hebrew 12.9. This is spoke in Referente to affliction.
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By this chastisement, God seales up child-ship.
By this chastisement, God Seals up childship.
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Do not despise therefore the chastenings of the Lord, nor be not dejected (for the word will beare this translation) when thou art (by sicknesse) rebuked of the Lord, Heb, 12.5. Its a fault in the chastised child to be dogged; Do not despise Therefore the chastenings of the Lord, nor be not dejected (for the word will bear this Translation) when thou art (by sickness) rebuked of the Lord, Hebrew, 12.5. Its a fault in the chastised child to be dogged;
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and its a failing in thee (O soule) by reason of corporall affliction, (which is but a fatherly chastisement) to be dejected. Besides,
and its a failing in thee (Oh soul) by reason of corporal affliction, (which is but a fatherly chastisement) to be dejected. Beside,
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Secondly, Your father knows your frame:
Secondly, Your father knows your frame:
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He knowes what you can beare, and hee'le lay no more upon you, then your strength can master;
He knows what you can bear, and he'll lay no more upon you, then your strength can master;
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The Lord will not alwayes chide, neither will he keep his anger for ever ('tis spoken of affliction, by diseases as seemes to be hinted vers. 3.) But as a father pittyeth His children, The Lord will not always chide, neither will he keep his anger for ever (it's spoken of affliction, by diseases as seems to be hinted vers. 3.) But as a father Pitieth His children,
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so the Lord pittieth them who feare him: for hee knoweth our frame, he remembreth wee are but dust.
so the Lord Pitieth them who Fear him: for he Knoweth our frame, he Remember we Are but dust.
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As for man his dayes are but as grasse, as a flower in the field so he flourisheth, Psalm. 103.9, 13, 14, 15.As for man his days Are but as grass, as a flower in the field so he flourishes, Psalm. 103.9, 13, 14, 15.
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Mind this (O thou sick and sad soule!) thy father knowes thy frame, he minds thou art but dust,
Mind this (Oh thou sick and sad soul!) thy father knows thy frame, he minds thou art but dust,
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and he pittyes thee in all thy affliction, which he layes upon thee:
and he pities thee in all thy affliction, which he lays upon thee:
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Yea, he sits by, and makes all thy bed in thy sicknes, as tis Psa. 41. And he maketh sore, and bindeth up; be woundeth;
Yea, he sits by, and makes all thy Bed in thy sickness, as this Psa. 41. And he makes soar, and binds up; be wounds;
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and his hand maketh whole, as it is in Job 4 18. that is spoken of sicknesse too.and his hand makes Whole, as it is in Job 4 18. that is spoken of sickness too.
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Christ (if hee will) can make thee whole: And certainly, if thou couldest beleeve, thou shouldest see his glory, as tis Joh. 11.40.
christ (if he will) can make thee Whole: And Certainly, if thou Couldst believe, thou Shouldst see his glory, as this John 11.40.
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Hath he not said enough to make thee say (as David said) I shall not dye, but live, to declare the workes of God, The Lord hath chastened me sore,
Hath he not said enough to make thee say (as David said) I shall not die, but live, to declare the works of God, The Lord hath chastened me soar,
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but hath not given me over unto death, see that place, Psalm: 118.17, 18. O bear up dejected heart,but hath not given me over unto death, see that place, Psalm: 118.17, 18. O bear up dejected heart,
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though thou be sick, yet thou mayst recover;
though thou be sick, yet thou Mayest recover;
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and goe up to the house of God, where thou mayest praise him for health restored to thee;
and go up to the house of God, where thou Mayest praise him for health restored to thee;
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and say, Blesse the Lord O my soule, and all that is within me blesse his holy name, who forgiveth all thine iniquities, and healeth all thy diseases.
and say, Bless the Lord Oh my soul, and all that is within me bless his holy name, who forgiveth all thine iniquities, and heals all thy diseases.
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Quest: Prethee mind this, and say, doth it not speake to thy dejection? Answ. No wilt thou say, I would beare sicknesse, but that I feare death. Quest: Prithee mind this, and say, does it not speak to thy dejection? Answer No wilt thou say, I would bear sickness, but that I Fear death.
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This thought, I shall dye, is that which casts me down.
This Thought, I shall die, is that which Cast me down.
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Reply, 'Tis true, I thinke (and I know) here is the bottome of the doubt,Reply, It's true, I think (and I know) Here is the bottom of the doubt,
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and dejection, to speake therefore to it directly.
and dejection, to speak Therefore to it directly.
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Ile grant it, thou shalt dye (though it may be not now) but suppose I say now, even now, thou shalt die,
I'll grant it, thou shalt die (though it may be not now) but suppose I say now, even now, thou shalt die,
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yet consider these things, and thou needest not be dejected. First, Christ came to deliver thee from this feare.
yet Consider these things, and thou Needest not be dejected. First, christ Come to deliver thee from this Fear.
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Its the feare of death, that doth more deject, then death it self. Now remember, Christ came to free thee from this feare: Its the Fear of death, that does more deject, then death it self. Now Remember, christ Come to free thee from this Fear:
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For as much as the children are partakers of flesh and blood, he also himselfe likewise tooke part of the same; For as much as the children Are partakers of Flesh and blood, he also himself likewise took part of the same;
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that through death he might destroy him that had the power of death, that is the Devill,
that through death he might destroy him that had the power of death, that is the devil,
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And (marke it) deliver them, who through the feare of death, were all their life time subject unto bondage, Heb. 2.14, 15. Consider, Christ hath destroyed him that had the power of death, the Devill, and hath delivered thee, Couldest thou beleeve this (and why shouldest thou not?) thou mightest triumph. ButAnd (mark it) deliver them, who through the Fear of death, were all their life time Subject unto bondage, Hebrew 2.14, 15. Consider, christ hath destroyed him that had the power of death, the devil, and hath Delivered thee, Couldst thou believe this (and why Shouldst thou not?) thou Mightest triumph. But
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Secondly, Christ hath tooke away the sting of death.
Secondly, christ hath took away the sting of death.
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Death is a Bee (having the hony of deliverance from this vile body, &c.) but it hath no sting. For what saith the Scripture:
Death is a Bee (having the honey of deliverance from this vile body, etc.) but it hath no sting. For what Says the Scripture:
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The sting of death is sin, the strength of sin is the law, but thankes bee to God, who giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ, goe thou to that glorious chapter 1 Corinth. 15. and read it. O thou!The sting of death is since, the strength of since is the law, but thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord jesus christ, go thou to that glorious chapter 1 Corinth. 15. and read it. O thou!
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that art dejected with feares of death. Thirdly, Christ will be with thee in that hour thou fearest.
that art dejected with fears of death. Thirdly, christ will be with thee in that hour thou Fearest.
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Thou shalt not dye alone, for though all thy friends shall leave thee, yet wil not Christ.
Thou shalt not die alone, for though all thy Friends shall leave thee, yet will not christ.
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This David knew, for speaking of his shepherd (and who is the shepheard but our Lord Jesus,
This David knew, for speaking of his shepherd (and who is the shepherd but our Lord jesus,
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as tis Hel: 13.20.) He saith, although I walke through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evill (he needed not) for observe what he saith, THOU ART WITH MEE, thy rod and thy staffe they comfort me, Psal. 23.4 Albeit thy relations bid thee farewell,
as this Hell: 13.20.) He Says, although I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will Fear no evil (he needed not) for observe what he Says, THOU ART WITH ME, thy rod and thy staff they Comfort me, Psalm 23.4 Albeit thy relations bid thee farewell,
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and shake hands, as not being willing, nor able to keep thee longer company, yet Christ wil not leave thee, nor forsake thee.
and shake hands, as not being willing, nor able to keep thee longer company, yet christ will not leave thee, nor forsake thee.
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In truth, in life, nor death, hee'le never doe that, as tis Heb. 13.5. Fourthly, Death shall be no death to thee.
In truth, in life, nor death, he'll never do that, as this Hebrew 13.5. Fourthly, Death shall be no death to thee.
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A change it wil be, and that from worse to the better, but its not a death.
A change it will be, and that from Worse to the better, but its not a death.
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Did not Christ say it? Whosoever liveth and beleeveth in me, shall never dye, yea though he were dead, yet shal he live, John 11.26. Thou must not call that death, which the Scripture cals but sleep.
Did not christ say it? Whosoever lives and Believeth in me, shall never die, yea though he were dead, yet shall he live, John 11.26. Thou must not call that death, which the Scripture calls but sleep.
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The Scripture speakes of the dead in Christ, that they sleep in Jesus, 1 Thess: 4.14.
The Scripture speaks of the dead in christ, that they sleep in jesus, 1 Thess: 4.14.
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And she is not dead but sleepeth;
And she is not dead but Sleepeth;
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and our friend Lazarus sleepeth. Now why shouldest thou (O soule) who art weary, be cast down with the thoughts of sleep.and our friend Lazarus Sleepeth. Now why Shouldst thou (Oh soul) who art weary, be cast down with the thoughts of sleep.
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Fiftly, Christ hath sweetned death for thee. He hath layne in the grave, and so honoured, and softned that bed unto beleevers.
Fifty, christ hath sweetened death for thee. He hath lain in the grave, and so honoured, and softened that Bed unto believers.
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Would any child be afraid to lye in its mothers bed? Is it not an Honour, to lye down in the same bed in which the King of glory lay? Art dejected (O soule) to go into thy Saviours Sepulchre? what art thou cast downe with the feares of gain? to dye is gaine, said Paul: Philip. 1.21. Sixtly, Christ will raise you up againe:
Would any child be afraid to lie in its mother's Bed? Is it not an Honour, to lie down in the same Bed in which the King of glory lay? Art dejected (Oh soul) to go into thy Saviors Sepulchre? what art thou cast down with the fears of gain? to die is gain, said Paul: Philip. 1.21. Sixty, christ will raise you up again:
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Hee hath said so, and if he should not, he would not only breake his own word, but disobey his fathers will; neither of which hee'l doe.
He hath said so, and if he should not, he would not only break his own word, but disobey his Father's will; neither of which he'll do.
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This is the fathers will, who hath sent me, that of all which he hath given me, I should loose nothing, This is the Father's will, who hath sent me, that of all which he hath given me, I should lose nothing,
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but should raise it up at the last day. but should raise it up At the last day.
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This Christ spake once, yea twice (and pray marke it wel) John 6 39, 41. Christ (O soul) wil raise thee up againe.
This christ spoke once, yea twice (and pray mark it well) John 6 39, 41. christ (Oh soul) will raise thee up again.
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Should the child be afraid to goe to sleep at night, when his Father promiseth to raise him up in the morning? Christ hath promised to raise up your bodies again:
Should the child be afraid to go to sleep At night, when his Father promises to raise him up in the morning? christ hath promised to raise up your bodies again:
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yea, and he hath promised to give you a new spirit into the bargaine, for tis sowne a Naturall, but raised a Spirituall body.
yea, and he hath promised to give you a new Spirit into the bargain, for this sown a Natural, but raised a Spiritual body.
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Put all this together (O thou dejected soul) and tell me now, What cause hast thou to be cast downe with the thoughts of death? May not these considerations cure that cause of thy dejection? Thou art now troubled with sicknesse, weaknesse, paines, &c. but let death come (doe not feare it) and thou shalt be cured of all Diseases,
Put all this together (Oh thou dejected soul) and tell me now, What cause hast thou to be cast down with the thoughts of death? May not these considerations cure that cause of thy dejection? Thou art now troubled with sickness, weakness, pains, etc. but let death come (doe not Fear it) and thou shalt be cured of all Diseases,
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yea and which is better, freed from all defilements.
yea and which is better, freed from all defilements.
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Methinkes therefore you should rather desire to be desolved, then feare death, and imitate those who groaned to be uncloathed of this earthly house, as knowing they have a better, even a building with God,
Methinks Therefore you should rather desire to be dissolved, then Fear death, and imitate those who groaned to be Unclothed of this earthly house, as knowing they have a better, even a building with God,
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an house not made with hands, eternall in the Heavens, 2 Cor. 5.1.an house not made with hands, Eternal in the Heavens, 2 Cor. 5.1.
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Goe (O cast down soule!) to that Scripture, and thou wilt in it finde a Cordiall to cheere,
Go (Oh cast down soul!) to that Scripture, and thou wilt in it find a Cordial to cheer,
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and cure thy spirit in this feare.
and cure thy Spirit in this Fear.
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CHAP. 22. Cure for soules cast downe and dejected by the sence of Divine wrath.
CHAP. 22. Cure for Souls cast down and dejected by the sense of Divine wrath.
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A Little wrath of the Almighty casts the soule very low, even as low as Hell (for what else is Hell but Divine wrath felt?) How many dejected hearts are there that cry out, that the Almighty is angry, that he frownes upon them,
A Little wrath of the Almighty Cast the soul very low, even as low as Hell (for what Else is Hell but Divine wrath felt?) How many dejected hearts Are there that cry out, that the Almighty is angry, that he frowns upon them,
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and that every wrinckle in his forehead is a grave burying all their comforts. When men smite, God can cure;
and that every wrinkle in his forehead is a grave burying all their comforts. When men smite, God can cure;
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and when God giveth quietnesse, who then can make trouble; but when be hideth his face, who then can behold him? Job 34.29.
and when God gives quietness, who then can make trouble; but when be Hideth his face, who then can behold him? Job 34.29.
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Indeed, this is a sad cause of dejection, and it puts the soule into a very dejected case indeed, yet it is not incurable;
Indeed, this is a sad cause of dejection, and it puts the soul into a very dejected case indeed, yet it is not incurable;
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a soule that is cast down by the sence of Gods wrath, may be raised, if Christ will helpe it to minde, and beleeve these particulars.
a soul that is cast down by the sense of God's wrath, may be raised, if christ will help it to mind, and believe these particulars.
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First, This case is not singular;
First, This case is not singular;
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even many holy men, and women in all Ages of the world have been in this condition:
even many holy men, and women in all Ages of the world have been in this condition:
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Company is a comfort even in misery. Company is a Comfort even in misery.
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Thou needest not cry out, O soule and say, Was there ever sorrow like unto mine? Yes, there was, thou feelest thine owne paine;
Thou Needest not cry out, Oh soul and say, Was there ever sorrow like unto mine? Yes, there was, thou Feel thine own pain;
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but David, Job, Heman, Hezekiah, &c. felt as much (peradventure more) wrath then thou dost;
but David, Job, Heman, Hezekiah, etc. felt as much (Peradventure more) wrath then thou dost;
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but why doe I speake of particulars? When as I remember the Lord had not mercy, but INDIGNATION upon Judah, and Jerusalem (i. e.
but why do I speak of particulars? When as I Remember the Lord had not mercy, but INDIGNATION upon Judah, and Jerusalem (i. e.
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the whole body of Israel ) threescore and ten yeares, Zach. 1.12.
the Whole body of Israel) threescore and ten Years, Zach 1.12.
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yea as the body, so the head of all the godly was made sensible of Gods wrath,
yea as the body, so the head of all the godly was made sensible of God's wrath,
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for Christ drunk the cup of his Fathers wrath;
for christ drunk the cup of his Father's wrath;
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it is more then a bad and unsound way of arguing, I am under Gods wrath,
it is more then a bad and unsound Way of arguing, I am under God's wrath,
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and therefore I am not Gods Childe? This way of arguing condemnes all Gods children, even Christ himselfe.and Therefore I am not God's Child? This Way of arguing condemns all God's children, even christ himself.
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Secondly, Gods wrath is rather in appearance then in truth; It is a Vizzard, not thy Fathers face that lookes so terrible;
Secondly, God's wrath is rather in appearance then in truth; It is a Vizard, not thy Father's face that looks so terrible;
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thy Fathers face is love, all love, only love (fury is not in him) only now he hath put on a Vizzard to scare thee a little,
thy Father's face is love, all love, only love (fury is not in him) only now he hath put on a Vizard to scare thee a little,
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and hee'l lay it aside againe; he doth but hide his face under that Maske, hee'l open it againe.
and he'll lay it aside again; he does but hide his face under that Mask, he'll open it again.
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In a little wrath I hid my face from thee, Isa. 54.2.In a little wrath I hid my face from thee, Isaiah 54.2.
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Marke it, wrath is but a vaile that hides Gods face in, it is not his reall face, it is but as we say, A copy of his countenance.
Mark it, wrath is but a veil that hides God's face in, it is not his real face, it is but as we say, A copy of his countenance.
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There is never a black letter in all Gods face (especially as to his children) no, God is love, it is his Name, in love there is no unlovely letter.
There is never a black Letter in all God's face (especially as to his children) no, God is love, it is his Name, in love there is no unlovely Letter.
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Thou sayest, God is angry; it is true he appeares so, but he is not so:
Thou Sayest, God is angry; it is true he appears so, but he is not so:
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As he is never truly pleased with sinners (but is angry against them every day) notwithstanding their conceit; so he is never indeed displeased with Saints whatever they feele, or feare. But,
As he is never truly pleased with Sinners (but is angry against them every day) notwithstanding their conceit; so he is never indeed displeased with Saints whatever they feel, or Fear. But,
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Thirdly, All the anger and wrath of God is not against thy person, but against thy sinne.
Thirdly, All the anger and wrath of God is not against thy person, but against thy sin.
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Suppose thy Childe be sick, and wounded deeply, wounded with some bloody gash, or cut, desperately sicke of some ugly Disease;
Suppose thy Child be sick, and wounded deeply, wounded with Some bloody gash, or Cut, desperately sick of Some ugly Disease;
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thou art displeased, but with what? with his Person? with thy childe? No,
thou art displeased, but with what? with his Person? with thy child? No,
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but with his wound, with his disease:
but with his wound, with his disease:
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So it is with God, he is only angry and displeased with thy sinne, thy corruption,
So it is with God, he is only angry and displeased with thy sin, thy corruption,
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and his rough hand which thou feelest, is but to take away, and purge out that;
and his rough hand which thou Feel, is but to take away, and purge out that;
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he is wel pleased with thee.
he is well pleased with thee.
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Ephraim is a deare still, though God speake against him, his bowels are troubled for him, as it is, Jerem. 31.18. Againe,Ephraim is a deer still, though God speak against him, his bowels Are troubled for him, as it is, Jeremiah 31.18. Again,
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Fourthly, It is a mercy to be sensible, and sorrowfull for Divine displeasure.
Fourthly, It is a mercy to be sensible, and sorrowful for Divine displeasure.
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There is many a hard-hearted wretch in the world, that slights God, that makes a mock of sin, and wrath too.
There is many a hardhearted wretch in the world, that slights God, that makes a mock of since, and wrath too.
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Blessed be God that thou (as David ) canst say, My flesh trembleth for feare of thee,
Blessed be God that thou (as David) Canst say, My Flesh Trembleth for Fear of thee,
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and I am afraid of thy judgements, Psal. 119.120. And, Fifthly, God will not contend, nor be wroth for ever; and I am afraid of thy Judgments, Psalm 119.120. And, Fifthly, God will not contend, nor be wroth for ever;
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Your Fathers anger (O sad soul) wil over, as we say, i. e. wil goe away, this cloud and storme wil not last alwayes.
Your Father's anger (Oh sad soul) will over, as we say, i. e. will go away, this cloud and storm will not last always.
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Read (O dejected soule) Isa. 57. heare God himselfe saying, I will not contend for ever,
Read (Oh dejected soul) Isaiah 57. hear God himself saying, I will not contend for ever,
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neither will I bee alwayes wroth; for the spirit would faile before me, and the soules which I have made.
neither will I be always wroth; for the Spirit would fail before me, and the Souls which I have made.
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For the iniquity of his covetousnesse I was wroth, and smote him, and he went on frowordly in the way of his heart.
For the iniquity of his covetousness I was wroth, and smote him, and he went on frowordly in the Way of his heart.
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I have seene his wayes, and I will heale him; I will lead him also, and restore comfort unto him.
I have seen his ways, and I will heal him; I will led him also, and restore Comfort unto him.
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I create the fruit of the lips; peace, peace to him that is afarre off, and I will heale him, vers. I create the fruit of the lips; peace, peace to him that is afar off, and I will heal him, vers.
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16, 17, 18, 19. Pray minde these healing words; Christ will heale, and restore comfort;
16, 17, 18, 19. prey mind these healing words; christ will heal, and restore Comfort;
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hee'l not retaine his wrath, hee'l create peace out of that Chaos of confusion in which thou now art:
he'll not retain his wrath, he'll create peace out of that Chaos of confusion in which thou now art:
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Though there be nothing but darknesse upon the face of thy deep (so David called his dejection) yet God, who at first caused light to shine out of darknesse, will shine into thy heart, to give thee the knowledge of himselfe in the face of Christ, as it is, 2 Cor. 4.6. Beleeve this and rejoyce (O dejected soule!) creating power is ingaged by promise, to fill thee with peace, who now cryest out of wrath.
Though there be nothing but darkness upon the face of thy deep (so David called his dejection) yet God, who At First caused Light to shine out of darkness, will shine into thy heart, to give thee the knowledge of himself in the face of christ, as it is, 2 Cor. 4.6. Believe this and rejoice (Oh dejected soul!) creating power is engaged by promise, to fill thee with peace, who now Christ out of wrath.
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Lastly, The time is comming that thou shalt be for ever freed from so much as the very appearances of wrath.
Lastly, The time is coming that thou shalt be for ever freed from so much as the very appearances of wrath.
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In heaven you shall alwaies behold your Fathers face, thy sunne shall no more goe downe by day, there are no clouds in the heaven of heavens.
In heaven you shall always behold your Father's face, thy sun shall no more go down by day, there Are no Clouds in the heaven of heavens.
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Mindest thou not what David said (and he was sometimes dejected as thou art) As for me. I shall behold thy face in righteousnesse, I shall be satisfied when I awake with thy likenesse, Psal. 17. last.
Mindest thou not what David said (and he was sometime dejected as thou art) As for me. I shall behold thy face in righteousness, I shall be satisfied when I awake with thy likeness, Psalm 17. last.
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Take in these crums of comfort (O thou cast downe soule!) though I be but briefe,
Take in these crumbs of Comfort (Oh thou cast down soul!) though I be but brief,
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and give only drops, yet sip them, and thou wilt finde them spirits.
and give only drops, yet sip them, and thou wilt find them spirits.
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O why art thou cast downe? why art thou dejected? Trust thou in God, and expect him;
O why art thou cast down? why art thou dejected? Trust thou in God, and expect him;
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O tarry thou a little thy Lords leasure, and thou shalt see him ere long, come leaping over the mountaines, appearing in his owne glorie, and then shalt thou appeare with him inglory;
Oh tarry thou a little thy lords leisure, and thou shalt see him ere long, come leaping over the Mountains, appearing in his own glory, and then shalt thou appear with him inglory;
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then shall he wipe away all teares from thine eyes, and scatter all feares in thine heart;
then shall he wipe away all tears from thine eyes, and scatter all fears in thine heart;
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yea, then will he satisfie thee in all thy cases, and cure thee of all these causes of dejection;
yea, then will he satisfy thee in all thy cases, and cure thee of all these Causes of dejection;
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and then shalt thou praise him (indeed) as thy God. Object. Peradventure you will say, he tarries long.
and then shalt thou praise him (indeed) as thy God. Object. Peradventure you will say, he tarries long.
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Reas. It is true, yet hee'l come, though he do tarry. He said, Yet a little while, and ye shall see me; Reas. It is true, yet he'll come, though he do tarry. He said, Yet a little while, and you shall see me;
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it is but a little while indeed, though it be long in thought. Dejection and casting downe is not the posture you should be in;
it is but a little while indeed, though it be long in Thought. Dejection and casting down is not the posture you should be in;
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no, you ought to arise, and WALKE, to looke up, and to waite; to expect, and looke out; to lift up your heads, and hearts, and not to be cast downe. O that Christ may finde more standing!
no, you ought to arise, and WALK, to look up, and to wait; to expect, and look out; to lift up your Heads, and hearts, and not to be cast down. Oh that christ may find more standing!
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bearing up against all difficulties, and under all dejections; doing his work, and suffering his wil, with all faithfulnesse, faith, and patience.
bearing up against all difficulties, and under all dejections; doing his work, and suffering his will, with all faithfulness, faith, and patience.
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Blessed wil our soules be, if Christ at his comming finde us thus doing, and saying;
Blessed will our Souls be, if christ At his coming find us thus doing, and saying;
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worke (O soule) and waite for your Saviour, who is now comming, and whom you shall praise in that day, saying, Loe, this is our God, we have waited for him, and he will save us.
work (Oh soul) and wait for your Saviour, who is now coming, and whom you shall praise in that day, saying, Lo, this is our God, we have waited for him, and he will save us.
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This is the Lord, we have waited for him, we will rejoyce, and be glad in his Salvation, Isa. 25.9.This is the Lord, we have waited for him, we will rejoice, and be glad in his Salvation, Isaiah 25.9.
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SECT. III. PSALM: 42. ult.
SECT. III. PSALM: 42. ult.
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Why art thou cast downe O my soule? and why art thou disquieted within me?
Why art thou cast down Oh my soul? and why art thou disquieted within me?
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CHAP. 1. Another Doctrine raised, and beld forth from the words. I Have dispatched the fust Doctrine, raised from the words:
CHAP. 1. another Doctrine raised, and beld forth from the words. I Have dispatched the fust Doctrine, raised from the words:
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And shall now proceed to the second, which is.
And shall now proceed to the second, which is.
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It is the wisdome, and should be the care of soules, when they are cast down, not to give way thereunto, It is the Wisdom, and should be the care of Souls, when they Are cast down, not to give Way thereunto,
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but to argue the case with themselves. Thus doth David, and his thus doing, is the foundation of this Doctrine.but to argue the case with themselves. Thus does David, and his thus doing, is the Foundation of this Doctrine.
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His practice hath in it the force of precept to command us: without doubt we should imitate this pattern.
His practice hath in it the force of precept to command us: without doubt we should imitate this pattern.
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And it wil be our wisdome so to doe. Two things there are which I posite, and would presse in this point.
And it will be our Wisdom so to do. Two things there Are which I posite, and would press in this point.
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The first is, That Christians dejected, should not give way to dejection. The second is, That they should argue the case with their own soules.
The First is, That Christians dejected, should not give Way to dejection. The second is, That they should argue the case with their own Souls.
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Both these branches of the Doctrine, are in Davids Expostulation, The first Virtually, the second formally.
Both these branches of the Doctrine, Are in Davids Expostulation, The First Virtually, the second formally.
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David doth not say weep on (O soul) thou dost well: He doth not say,David does not say weep on (Oh soul) thou dost well: He does not say,
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as Job (in another case) O turne away from me, and suffer me to weep a little:
as Job (in Another case) Oh turn away from me, and suffer me to weep a little:
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He doth not say as the Prophet, Looke away from me, I will weep bitterly, labour not to comfort me:
He does not say as the Prophet, Look away from me, I will weep bitterly, labour not to Comfort me:
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No, this were to give way to his sadnesse, this were to nourish his heavinesse.
No, this were to give Way to his sadness, this were to nourish his heaviness.
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But mark it, he expostulates the matter with his owne soule, he summons it to a reasoning:
But mark it, he expostulates the matter with his own soul, he summons it to a reasoning:
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He askes his soul, why art thou cast down? and he pursues the question again,
He asks his soul, why art thou cast down? and he pursues the question again,
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and saith, why art thou disquieted within me?
and Says, why art thou disquieted within me?
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CHAP. 2. Something premised in order to the first branch of the Point.
CHAP. 2. Something premised in order to the First branch of the Point.
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ERe I doe proceed to the proofe of the first branch, I shall premise this, viz. That the soule is apt to give way to dejections.
ERe I do proceed to the proof of the First branch, I shall premise this, viz. That the soul is apt to give Way to dejections.
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Dejected persons are very free to give way, and to yeeld unto dejection.
Dejected Persons Are very free to give Way, and to yield unto dejection.
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Peradventure, this may bee hinted here in this word cast downe, and which may be rendred:
Peradventure, this may be hinted Here in this word cast down, and which may be rendered:
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why dost thou cast downe thy selfe? some read it quare conturbas me. i.e. why dost thou (O my soul) trouble me? The soule is apt to trouble it selfe.why dost thou cast down thy self? Some read it quare conturbas me. i.e. why dost thou (Oh my soul) trouble me? The soul is apt to trouble it self.
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Rachell wept, and would not be comforted: She gave so much way to weeping, that she would not give way to comfort.Rachel wept, and would not be comforted: She gave so much Way to weeping, that she would not give Way to Comfort.
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Are not my dayes a few (saith Job) cease then that I may mourne a little, so some render that, Job 10.20. Sure Job did give way to his sorrow, when he set himselfe, as it were, to weep. are not my days a few (Says Job) cease then that I may mourn a little, so Some render that, Job 10.20. Sure Job did give Way to his sorrow, when he Set himself, as it were, to weep.
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And the Psalmist holds forth as much, when hee saith, my soul refuseth to be comforted, Psa. 77.3. Certainly, he that refuseth comfort, gives way to sorrow. You dejected soules!
And the Psalmist holds forth as much, when he Says, my soul Refuseth to be comforted, Psa. 77.3. Certainly, he that Refuseth Comfort, gives Way to sorrow. You dejected Souls!
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speake the truth, is it not thus.
speak the truth, is it not thus.
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Do not you give way to sadnesse (at least) sometimes? How oft do you dispute against your selves? How oft do you maintaine your sorrowes? How oft doe you argue against your comforts,
Do not you give Way to sadness (At least) sometime? How oft do you dispute against your selves? How oft do you maintain your sorrows? How oft do you argue against your comforts,
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and flye from your comforters? Surely, you do often give way to sadnesse.
and fly from your Comforters? Surely, you do often give Way to sadness.
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Now the reasons, whence it comes to passe, that dejected soules are proane to give way to sadnesse, and dejection may be these.
Now the Reasons, whence it comes to pass, that dejected Souls Are proane to give Way to sadness, and dejection may be these.
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First, A strong conceit that they have reason so to do. Oh-say many, we may well weep, and mourn;
First, A strong conceit that they have reason so to do. Oh-say many, we may well weep, and mourn;
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we may wel be dejected and castdown, we have reason for it, so they conceit.
we may well be dejected and castdown, we have reason for it, so they conceit.
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And albeit when the reason is told, it appears light, yet they are apt to conceit it weighty.
And albeit when the reason is told, it appears Light, yet they Are apt to conceit it weighty.
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Its with dejected souls, as it was with Micah, when his carved Image, his Ephod, his Teraphim, his graven Image,
Its with dejected Souls, as it was with micah, when his carved Image, his Ephod, his Teraphim, his graved Image,
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and his Priest were taken away. Hereupon, he gathers together his servants and neighbours to pursue them that had stole them:and his Priest were taken away. Hereupon, he gathers together his Servants and neighbours to pursue them that had stole them:
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And being asked the reason, he saith, ye have taken away my gods, &c. and doe you aske me what aileth me? He conceited hee had great reason to be troubled.
And being asked the reason, he Says, you have taken away my God's, etc. and do you ask me what aileth me? He conceited he had great reason to be troubled.
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Even so many poore soules, who have lost, it may be, but their Idolls;
Even so many poor Souls, who have lost, it may be, but their Idols;
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Relations, Parts, Inlargements, &c. (which they idolized) they are cast downe, and they give way to it,
Relations, Parts, Enlargements, etc. (which they idolized) they Are cast down, and they give Way to it,
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as conceiting they had ground so to be.
as Conceit they had ground so to be.
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Secondly, Dejected soules are prone to give way to dejections, From a strange kind of perversnesse, which doth often times seize them, especially in their sadnesse.
Secondly, Dejected Souls Are prove to give Way to dejections, From a strange kind of perverseness, which does often times seize them, especially in their sadness.
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Even good Jonah was overtaken with this evill.
Even good Jonah was overtaken with this evil.
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God sees him cast down, and comes to him and saith, Doest thou well to be angry? and he said, I do well to be angry, even to the death: Jonah 4.9. Ah Lord!
God sees him cast down, and comes to him and Says, Dost thou well to be angry? and he said, I do well to be angry, even to the death: Jonah 4.9. Ah Lord!
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what a perverse speech is here. How sweetly doth God reason with him. God might have reprooved him, have chid him, but hee doth not;
what a perverse speech is Here. How sweetly does God reason with him. God might have reproved him, have Child him, but he does not;
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he only askes him if it were well done, as a loving father askes the sad child;
he only asks him if it were well done, as a loving father asks the sad child;
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child, dost well to be sad? And yet observe, Jonah's perversenesse, I do well, saith he,
child, dost well to be sad? And yet observe, Jonah's perverseness, I do well, Says he,
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yea, I do well, to be troubled unto death. What a sullen speechis this! Dejected soules, is it not so with you sometimes? Are not you perverse.
yea, I do well, to be troubled unto death. What a sullen speechis this! Dejected Souls, is it not so with you sometime? are not you perverse.
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Doth not your soul say, its well to be sad? This is another reason of your giving way thereunto.
Does not your soul say, its well to be sad? This is Another reason of your giving Way thereunto.
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Thirdly, An over-high esteem of some things which the dejected soule hath lost, makes it give way to sadnesse.
Thirdly, an overhigh esteem of Some things which the dejected soul hath lost, makes it give Way to sadness.
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Soules doe over-value many things, this makes them over sad many times.
Souls do overvalue many things, this makes them over sad many times.
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Rachell did prize her children too high, and that made her give way to sorrow so farre,Rachel did prize her children too high, and that made her give Way to sorrow so Far,
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as that she would not be comforted, because her children were not. Tis possible to prize even spiritual things too high;
as that she would not be comforted, Because her children were not. This possible to prize even spiritual things too high;
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as Parts, Performances, Ordinances, &c. And if we prize them too high, we will soon give way to sorrow (for want of them) too farre.
as Parts, Performances, Ordinances, etc. And if we prize them too high, we will soon give Way to sorrow (for want of them) too Far.
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Fourthly, An opinion (though groundlesse) that it must be so, makes many give way to sorrow and dejection.
Fourthly, an opinion (though groundless) that it must be so, makes many give Way to sorrow and dejection.
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Some conceit, because tis said, that blessed are they that mourn; and woe to them that laugh, &c. Therefore the soule must be sad, and heavy, and dejected.
some conceit, Because this said, that blessed Are they that mourn; and woe to them that laugh, etc. Therefore the soul must be sad, and heavy, and dejected.
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These Scriptures are mistaken, and the mistake of them, is the reason why many give way to dejection.
These Scriptures Are mistaken, and the mistake of them, is the reason why many give Way to dejection.
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Its true, Christ pronounced the mourners blessed, but it was rather to stop their mourning then to increase it:
Its true, christ pronounced the mourners blessed, but it was rather to stop their mourning then to increase it:
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It was rather to give them joy, then to give them ground to sorrow.
It was rather to give them joy, then to give them ground to sorrow.
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Its true also, Christ did denounce woe to them that were merry and did laugh: But it was such, whose mirth was carnall,
Its true also, christ did denounce woe to them that were merry and did laugh: But it was such, whose mirth was carnal,
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and so madnesse. Not to such as rejoyce in the Lord, (for that we are commanded to doe alwayes.) But yet from the mis-understanding of these and the like Scriptures, dejected soules conceit a recessity of sadnesse, that it must be,
and so madness. Not to such as rejoice in the Lord, (for that we Are commanded to do always.) But yet from the misunderstanding of these and the like Scriptures, dejected Souls conceit a recessity of sadness, that it must be,
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and therefore they give way unto it.
and Therefore they give Way unto it.
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Fiftly, Some conceive that the truth of humiliation, lyes in its depth, and therefore they give way to dejection,
Fifty, some conceive that the truth of humiliation, lies in its depth, and Therefore they give Way to dejection,
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as conceiving that to be deep, and true humiliation.
as conceiving that to be deep, and true humiliation.
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It was observed by an experienced Divine, that men are deceived, when they thinke a dejected spirit, an humbled spirit.
It was observed by an experienced Divine, that men Are deceived, when they think a dejected Spirit, an humbled Spirit.
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Many a poor heart thinks, its weeping, its sorrow, its going heavy, &c. to be true,
Many a poor heart thinks, its weeping, its sorrow, its going heavy, etc. to be true,
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and deep humiliation (and I wish some Preachers had not gon too far this way) now upon this account, its no wonder,
and deep humiliation (and I wish Some Preachers had not gone too Far this Way) now upon this account, its no wonder,
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if they give way to it. Lastly, Its the innate nature of melancholly to give way thereunto.
if they give Way to it. Lastly, Its the innate nature of melancholy to give Way thereunto.
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There is certainly a religious melancholly, and some delight in it.
There is Certainly a religious melancholy, and Some delight in it.
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They conceive a kind of Divinity in dejection, Sorrow hath a kind of sweetnesse in it.
They conceive a kind of Divinity in dejection, Sorrow hath a kind of sweetness in it.
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And a soul cast downe, is prone to feed upon its dejection.
And a soul cast down, is prove to feed upon its dejection.
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There is an innate propensity in all sadnesse and melancholly (as indeed there is in all the passions) to feed, and nourish it selfe.
There is an innate propensity in all sadness and melancholy (as indeed there is in all the passion) to feed, and nourish it self.
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And hence it is, that souls cast down are prone to give way thereunto.
And hence it is, that Souls cast down Are prove to give Way thereunto.
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CHAP. 3. The first Branch proved that Christians should not give way to sadnesse. HAving premised that we are prone to give way to sadnesse, and dejection:
CHAP. 3. The First Branch proved that Christians should not give Way to sadness. HAving premised that we Are prove to give Way to sadness, and dejection:
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I shall now prove the contrary.
I shall now prove the contrary.
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Its true, de facto (O dejected soules) that you art prone to give way to your dejections:
Its true, de facto (Oh dejected Souls) that you art prove to give Way to your dejections:
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But its not true de jure.
But its not true de jure.
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I know by experience you are lyable to it, but I know that it should not be.
I know by experience you Are liable to it, but I know that it should not be.
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It is your wisdom, and it should be your care, not to give way to your dejections, and castings down.
It is your Wisdom, and it should be your care, not to give Way to your dejections, and castings down.
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The Text witnesseth it selfe clearely to this truth. This question hath in it the force of a negation:
The Text Witnesseth it self clearly to this truth. This question hath in it the force of a negation:
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why art thou cast downe, virtually, is as much as thou shouldest not be cast down? As Ier. 2.36.why art thou cast down, virtually, is as much as thou Shouldst not be cast down? As Jeremiah 2.36.
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Why gaddest thou about? &c. Its as much as there is no cause for it, and it should not bee.Why gaddest thou about? etc. Its as much as there is no cause for it, and it should not be.
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So here, Why art thou cast down? is as much as there is no cause,
So Here, Why art thou cast down? is as much as there is no cause,
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or reason for this casting down of my selfe, and giving way unto it, for it should not be.
or reason for this casting down of my self, and giving Way unto it, for it should not be.
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When our Lord perceived the dejection of his Disciples (upon the thought of his departure) he bids them not give way unto it.
When our Lord perceived the dejection of his Disciples (upon the Thought of his departure) he bids them not give Way unto it.
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Let not your hearts be troubled, John. 14.1. He saw a storme, like that of waters, arising in their spirits, but he bids them not to give way unto it.Let not your hearts be troubled, John. 14.1. He saw a storm, like that of waters, arising in their spirits, but he bids them not to give Way unto it.
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The word that is translated disquieted in this text, is (as I opened) a word used sometimes for the disquiet of waters: Our Lord seems to allude to it,
The word that is translated disquieted in this text, is (as I opened) a word used sometime for the disquiet of waters: Our Lord seems to allude to it,
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for the word translated troubled, signifies so, as Waters are troubled. Now mind it (O poor dejected ones) Christ saith you should not be dejected so, nor give way unto it.
for the word translated troubled, signifies so, as Waters Are troubled. Now mind it (Oh poor dejected ones) christ Says you should not be dejected so, nor give Way unto it.
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His word is imperative, he saith, let it not be. I need not stand to prove it further.
His word is imperative, he Says, let it not be. I need not stand to prove it further.
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This one Demonstration wil clear it; We should not give way to that which we have no reason for:
This one Demonstration will clear it; We should not give Way to that which we have no reason for:
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But we have no reason to be dejected, so as to be disquieted: Therefore, &c. David indeed sought for a reason, but hee found none.
But we have no reason to be dejected, so as to be disquieted: Therefore, etc. David indeed sought for a reason, but he found none.
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He asked his soule, why it was disquieted (implying, his judgement saw no reason for it:) But his soul doth not, (indeed could not) make any rationall answer. This question silenceth his soule:
He asked his soul, why it was disquieted (implying, his judgement saw no reason for it:) But his soul does not, (indeed could not) make any rational answer. This question silenceth his soul:
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As that in the Parable, why diddest not give my mony into the banke, that at my comming I might have required mine owne with usury? Luk. 19.23. This question struck the idle servant dumb:
As that in the Parable, why didst not give my money into the bank, that At my coming I might have required mine own with Usury? Luk. 19.23. This question struck the idle servant dumb:
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So here, Why art cast down? It strikes the soule dumb, and it cannot answer,
So Here, Why art cast down? It strikes the soul dumb, and it cannot answer,
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nor give a reason for this dejection.
nor give a reason for this dejection.
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Christians, Why should you be irrationall? why should you give way to that, which you cannot give a reason for? You cannot at any time give any reason for your dejection, unto that disquietnesse, which we opened.
Christians, Why should you be irrational? why should you give Way to that, which you cannot give a reason for? You cannot At any time give any reason for your dejection, unto that disquietness, which we opened.
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Your case is not, cannot be miserable. The Heathen could say: The Diety being reconciled to him, he could not be miserable.
Your case is not, cannot be miserable. The Heathen could say: The Diety being reconciled to him, he could not be miserable.
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Numine placato non miser esse queo. Why, Saints! God is reconciled to you in Christ; you cannot be miserable, being reconciled:
Numine placato non miser esse queo. Why, Saints! God is reconciled to you in christ; you cannot be miserable, being reconciled:
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Ah! Why should you that are blessed (so as that you cannot be miserable) I say,
Ah! Why should you that Are blessed (so as that you cannot be miserable) I say,
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why should you be dejected? without doubt you can give no sollid reason for dejection,
why should you be dejected? without doubt you can give no solid reason for dejection,
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therefore it should not be, neither should you give way to it. But as there is no reason for dejection, so there are many reasons against it.
Therefore it should not be, neither should you give Way to it. But as there is no reason for dejection, so there Are many Reasons against it.
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I shall insist only upon two Reasons, why dejected Saints should not give way, &c. The Reasons are, because dejection is; 1 A Passion, 2 Perillous.
I shall insist only upon two Reasons, why dejected Saints should not give Way, etc. The Reasons Are, Because dejection is; 1 A Passion, 2 Perilous.
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First, Dejection and disquiet is a Passion, Now passions should be curbed, not given way unto.
First, Dejection and disquiet is a Passion, Now passion should be curbed, not given Way unto.
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Passion is an unruly beast, and wee should not let its reines loose. Reason should moderate, but Religion should mortifie all passions, Col. 3.5. Amongst the rest of the things to be mortified, passion is one:
Passion is an unruly beast, and we should not let its reins lose. Reason should moderate, but Religion should mortify all passion, Col. 3.5. among the rest of the things to be mortified, passion is one:
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Indeed we read it inordinate affection, as if it were two words, But its in the originall onely one word, which may be translated passion. The word which is used by the Syriack translators, signifies sicknesse. Indeed passion signifies a kind of suffering.
Indeed we read it inordinate affection, as if it were two words, But its in the original only one word, which may be translated passion. The word which is used by the Syriac translators, signifies sickness. Indeed passion signifies a kind of suffering.
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Wee are commanded to mortifie our passions. Not that Religion destroyes all passions, but that regulates all. we Are commanded to mortify our passion. Not that Religion Destroys all passion, but that regulates all.
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Were sorrow, and disquietnesse given way unto, it were not regulated.
Were sorrow, and disquietness given Way unto, it were not regulated.
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Certainly, that sorrow which is irregular (and hath no reason, as wee said formerly) must be mortified. Casting downe, disquietnesse, troubles, &c. are passion,
Certainly, that sorrow which is irregular (and hath no reason, as we said formerly) must be mortified. Casting down, disquietness, Troubles, etc. Are passion,
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and therefore not to be given way unto. But Secondly, Tis perilous to give way unto disquietings;
and Therefore not to be given Way unto. But Secondly, This perilous to give Way unto disquietings;
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There is danger in disquiet, and to give way unto it, is to give way to dangers; This danger is three-fold, viz.
There is danger in disquiet, and to give Way unto it, is to give Way to dangers; This danger is threefold, viz.
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In regard of 1 It selfe. 2 Satan. 3 The Soule. First, There is danger in giving way to disquiet, in regard of it selfe;
In regard of 1 It self. 2 Satan. 3 The Soul. First, There is danger in giving Way to disquiet, in regard of it self;
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It will get ground, and strength, and the more its given way unto, the harder it will be to rule.
It will get ground, and strength, and the more its given Way unto, the harder it will be to Rule.
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Passion is an unruly beast, which must be curbed, and which if it have the reines loose wil grow master-lesse.
Passion is an unruly beast, which must be curbed, and which if it have the reins lose will grow masterless.
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Disquiet is a disease, and a disease of that nature which increaseth by degrees, and every increase thereof is dangerous;
Disquiet is a disease, and a disease of that nature which increases by Degrees, and every increase thereof is dangerous;
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sorrow wil quickly overflow in case it be given way unto; its as a floud, which if not stopt wil arise, and over-flow all bankes.
sorrow will quickly overflow in case it be given Way unto; its as a flood, which if not stopped will arise, and overflow all banks.
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Spirituall dejection is the soules Consumption, now Consumptions increase if given way unto. But, Secondly, Tis dangerous to give way to dejection, in regard of Satan: hee'l get ground by dejection.
Spiritual dejection is the Souls Consumption, now Consumptions increase if given Way unto. But, Secondly, This dangerous to give Way to dejection, in regard of Satan: he'll get ground by dejection.
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Satan knowes how to make use of disquiets;
Satan knows how to make use of disquiets;
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he would have sorrowfull soules to give way unto sorrow, that so sorrow might swallow up the soule; (as tis, 2 Cor. 2.7.) The Apostle exhorts the Church to be tender of the dejected person (who as some thinke had been excommunicated, and filled with sorrow,
he would have sorrowful Souls to give Way unto sorrow, that so sorrow might swallow up the soul; (as this, 2 Cor. 2.7.) The Apostle exhorts the Church to be tender of the dejected person (who as Some think had been excommunicated, and filled with sorrow,
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and dejection thereupon) now the Apostle would have the Church to forgive, and comfort him,
and dejection thereupon) now the Apostle would have the Church to forgive, and Comfort him,
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least he should be swallowed up, &c. and least Satan should get an advantage, (as tis, vers. 11.) Satan hath his devices,
lest he should be swallowed up, etc. and lest Satan should get an advantage, (as this, vers. 11.) Satan hath his devices,
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and one of them is to make the soule give way to dejection;
and one of them is to make the soul give Way to dejection;
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then in the depth of dejection, he comes with temptations to despaire, and Self-murder, &c. And in truth experience tells us, Satan hath a mighty advantage over us, especially when we are dejected, and give way unto it.
then in the depth of dejection, he comes with temptations to despair, and Self-murder, etc. And in truth experience tells us, Satan hath a mighty advantage over us, especially when we Are dejected, and give Way unto it.
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Thirdly, Its dangerous to give way to dejection in regard of the soule; it loseth ground thereby.
Thirdly, Its dangerous to give Way to dejection in regard of the soul; it loses ground thereby.
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The soule is a great loser by dejection. 1 The more its given way unto, the weaker the soule is.
The soul is a great loser by dejection. 1 The more its given Way unto, the Weaker the soul is.
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The soule much dejected is unfit for any service; 'twas this that unfitted the Disciples to watch;
The soul much dejected is unfit for any service; 'twas this that unfitted the Disciples to watch;
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its said, Christ found them sleeping for sorrow, Luk. 22.45. sorrow brings one asleep both Naturall, and Spirituall;
its said, christ found them sleeping for sorrow, Luk. 22.45. sorrow brings one asleep both Natural, and Spiritual;
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dejection causeth drowsinesse. The soule when it gives way to dejection is thereby drowsie, and the drowsie soule is unfit for duty. Yea,
dejection Causes drowsiness. The soul when it gives Way to dejection is thereby drowsy, and the drowsy soul is unfit for duty. Yea,
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2 The soule dejected is weakned unto warfare. Sad soules are not fit for souldiers;
2 The soul dejected is weakened unto warfare. Sad Souls Are not fit for Soldiers;
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the cheerful soule is a Gyant refreshed with Wine; it can fight the Lords Battels with courage:
the cheerful soul is a Giant refreshed with Wine; it can fight the lords Battles with courage:
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The sad soule is liable unto cowardize.
The sad soul is liable unto cowardice.
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As the joy of the Lord is our strength, so the sorrow of our spirits, is our weaknesse.
As the joy of the Lord is our strength, so the sorrow of our spirits, is our weakness.
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3 The soule cast downe is unfit for comfort;
3 The soul cast down is unfit for Comfort;
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Sorrow given way unto shuts out joy, and the more roome the one hath, the lesse is left for the other.
Sorrow given Way unto shuts out joy, and the more room the one hath, the less is left for the other.
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Some soules when cast downe are so full of sorrow, that there is scarce a hole for comfort to enter;
some Souls when cast down Are so full of sorrow, that there is scarce a hold for Comfort to enter;
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sorrow where it rules, hath so many Centinels, and Guards; that its hard for comfort to get in, unlesse it be by violence.
sorrow where it rules, hath so many Centinels, and Guards; that its hard for Comfort to get in, unless it be by violence.
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A sorrowful soule forgets to eate his bread, as the Psalmist shewes, Psal. 102.4.
A sorrowful soul forgets to eat his bred, as the Psalmist shows, Psalm 102.4.
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or if the sad soule comes to meat, it hath no stomack; we finde it by experience in naturall sorrow, that it takes away our stomack. A sad man sits downe,
or if the sad soul comes to meat, it hath no stomach; we find it by experience in natural sorrow, that it Takes away our stomach. A sad man sits down,
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and he is so full of sorrow that he cannot eate.
and he is so full of sorrow that he cannot eat.
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Even so somtimes the sad soule sits downe at the Lords Table, and albeit the meat be choyce, (Manna from Heaven, and the fruit of the spirituall Vine Christ) yet the soule cannot eate a crumb, nor drink a drop. O souls! minde it;
Even so sometimes the sad soul sits down At the lords Table, and albeit the meat be choice, (Manna from Heaven, and the fruit of the spiritual Vine christ) yet the soul cannot eat a crumb, nor drink a drop. O Souls! mind it;
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the reason why you receive so often, and yet finde so little, is because you give way to castings down, your sorrow takes away your souls stomack.
the reason why you receive so often, and yet find so little, is Because you give Way to castings down, your sorrow Takes away your Souls stomach.
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As it sometimes stops your mouthes, that you cannot open them ( i. e. you cannot pray sometimes,
As it sometime stops your mouths, that you cannot open them (i. e. you cannot pray sometime,
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nor speake a word to God, you are so cast downe) so likewise at other times, it over-comes your appetite, it renders you unfit for comfort.
nor speak a word to God, you Are so cast down) so likewise At other times, it overcomes your appetite, it renders you unfit for Comfort.
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Here is the reason (by the way) why you complaine so oft, you finde little refreshing at breaking of Bread; you are so cast downe,
Here is the reason (by the Way) why you complain so oft, you find little refreshing At breaking of Bred; you Are so cast down,
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and give such way unto it, that you have no stomack to eate, albeit Christ bid you welcome, and bids you eate abundantly.
and give such Way unto it, that you have no stomach to eat, albeit christ bid you welcome, and bids you eat abundantly.
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So that now then (to winde up this) you see both Scripture and reason;
So that now then (to wind up this) you see both Scripture and reason;
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you have both to confirme this first branch of our point, that dejected soules should not give way unto dejection.
you have both to confirm this First branch of our point, that dejected Souls should not give Way unto dejection.
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CHAP. 4. Some Applications of the first branch.
CHAP. 4. some Applications of the First branch.
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YOu see now this proved, that when you are dejected, you should not give way unto it;
YOu see now this proved, that when you Are dejected, you should not give Way unto it;
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its too true, you are apt to doe it, but you see you ought not to do it.
its too true, you Are apt to do it, but you see you ought not to do it.
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Ere I passe on to the next branch, I wil make use of this for two ends, viz. 1 For chiding. 2 For cautioning.
Ere I pass on to the next branch, I will make use of this for two ends, viz. 1 For chiding. 2 For cautioning.
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First, let me as a friend (and in a friendly way) chide such as being dejected,
First, let me as a friend (and in a friendly Way) chide such as being dejected,
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and cast downe, doe give way thereunto. And there are five sorts of soules to be chid for this.and cast down, do give Way thereunto. And there Are five sorts of Souls to be Child for this.
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First, Such as are cast downe, and conceale as much (as in them lyes) their trouble, and the cause of it;
First, Such as Are cast down, and conceal as much (as in them lies) their trouble, and the cause of it;
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hearken unto me you close soules! who keep sorrowes, yea and Satans secrets;
harken unto me you close Souls! who keep sorrows, yea and Satan secrets;
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Why doe you give way to your griefe, and wil not make it knowne? Is there any comfort in your concealment? Is it not rather an adding affliction, to affliction? You sad the hearts of your friends,
Why do you give Way to your grief, and will not make it known? Is there any Comfort in your concealment? Is it not rather an adding affliction, to affliction? You sad the hearts of your Friends,
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while they see you disquieted, and not willing to open your soule to theirs.
while they see you disquieted, and not willing to open your soul to theirs.
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Its the Apostles command (and I thinke 'twas in reference to this case) to confesse our faults one to another, James 5.16.
Its the Apostles command (and I think 'twas in Referente to this case) to confess our Faults one to Another, James 5.16.
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what, is there none faithfull? will not any be friendly? why doe you conceale your sorrow,
what, is there none faithful? will not any be friendly? why do you conceal your sorrow,
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and so feed it? Certainly, Satan and griefe get much by privacy; and you who conceale your dejection are to be reproved for giving way unto it.
and so feed it? Certainly, Satan and grief get much by privacy; and you who conceal your dejection Are to be reproved for giving Way unto it.
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Secondly, Such soules are also to be chid, who being cast downe, never looke after, nor labour for comfort.
Secondly, Such Souls Are also to be Child, who being cast down, never look After, nor labour for Comfort.
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He that is sick and lookes not for a remedy, is guilty of giving way to the disease:
He that is sick and looks not for a remedy, is guilty of giving Way to the disease:
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And the soule that is sad, and mindes not, nor seekes not for comfort, is guilty of giving way to dejection. Now how many are there who care not to heare,
And the soul that is sad, and minds not, nor seeks not for Comfort, is guilty of giving Way to dejection. Now how many Are there who care not to hear,
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or read that which is comfortable; its true, they love to heare, and read sad things; Judgements, wrath, threatnings:
or read that which is comfortable; its true, they love to hear, and read sad things; Judgments, wrath, threatenings:
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But as for sweet things, promises, experiences, or the like, alas! they looke not after them.
But as for sweet things, promises, experiences, or the like, alas! they look not After them.
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Its observed of melancholly persons, that they love to be in darke, and melancholly places, to heare sad and dolefull Notes;
Its observed of melancholy Persons, that they love to be in dark, and melancholy places, to hear sad and doleful Notes;
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the Owle, and Birds of the night are most delighted in by them:
the Owl, and Birds of the night Are most delighted in by them:
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Even so, many sad soules delight in the valley of death; they love not to heare the sweet musick of mercy, the delightfull notes of the Gospel, the ravishing raptures of joy, and peaceby beleeving;
Even so, many sad Souls delight in the valley of death; they love not to hear the sweet music of mercy, the delightful notes of the Gospel, the ravishing raptures of joy, and peaceby believing;
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nothing pleaseth them, but the thundering of Sina•, the terrors of the Law, the judgements of sinners &c. Surely you who doe this, are to be reproved,
nothing Pleases them, but the thundering of Sina•, the terrors of the Law, the Judgments of Sinners etc. Surely you who do this, Are to be reproved,
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for hereby you give way unto your sorrow and dejection, which thing you ought not to doe.
for hereby you give Way unto your sorrow and dejection, which thing you ought not to do.
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Thirdly, Such soules as in their dejection argue, and dispute against their comfort, are guilty of giving way unto sorrow.
Thirdly, Such Souls as in their dejection argue, and dispute against their Comfort, Are guilty of giving Way unto sorrow.
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Sometimes we come to dejected soules, and tell them, we have a commission to comfort them.
Sometime we come to dejected Souls, and tell them, we have a commission to Comfort them.
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To this end, we indeavour to open the Promise, and the Oath, that by those two immutable things, in which it is impossible for God to lye, they might have strong consolation (as it is, Heb. 6.18.) but alas!
To this end, we endeavour to open the Promise, and the Oath, that by those two immutable things, in which it is impossible for God to lie, they might have strong consolation (as it is, Hebrew 6.18.) but alas!
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when we have said much, we receive this short and sad answer, Comfort is not mine. To this we reply;
when we have said much, we receive this short and sad answer, Comfort is not mine. To this we reply;
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Why not yours? hath God any where excluded you?Why not yours? hath God any where excluded you?
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Yes, they say, we are shut up under unbeleefe, and there is no comfort for us. We answer;
Yes, they say, we Are shut up under unbelief, and there is no Comfort for us. We answer;
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God hath shut up all under unbeleefe, that he might have mercy upon all, as tis, Rom. 11.33.God hath shut up all under unbelief, that he might have mercy upon all, as this, Rom. 11.33.
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Nay but say they, God will not have mercy upon us; for alas! we are a people to whom mercy doth not belong.
Nay but say they, God will not have mercy upon us; for alas! we Are a people to whom mercy does not belong.
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But we tell them againe, its said;
But we tell them again, its said;
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That they which in times past were not a people, are now the people of God, That they which in times past were not a people, Are now the people of God,
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and they had not obtained mercy, now have obtained mercy, as it is, 1 Pet. 2.10. yea, and we tel them, It shall come to passe, that in the place where it was said unto them, Ye are not my people, there shall they be called, the children of the living God, Rom. 9.26.and they had not obtained mercy, now have obtained mercy, as it is, 1 Pet. 2.10. yea, and we tell them, It shall come to pass, that in the place where it was said unto them, You Are not my people, there shall they be called, the children of the living God, Rom. 9.26.
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But yet, when we have said this, still we are put off with denials, and contradictions;
But yet, when we have said this, still we Are put off with denials, and contradictions;
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and still we finde some saying, their soule refuseth comfort: But minde it, who ever you are, you who thus dispute against your comfort, you are to be chid; for he,
and still we find Some saying, their soul Refuseth Comfort: But mind it, who ever you Are, you who thus dispute against your Comfort, you Are to be Child; for he,
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or she that disputes against comfort, gives way (contrary to this point) unto sorrow. But,
or she that disputes against Comfort, gives Way (contrary to this point) unto sorrow. But,
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Fourthly, Dejected soules who love solitarinesse, and avoyd society, are to be chid also, for they give way to sorrow.
Fourthly, Dejected Souls who love solitariness, and avoid society, Are to be Child also, for they give Way to sorrow.
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Satan gets by thy solitarinesse, thou shalt be sure of his company, if thou wilt avoyd others company;
Satan gets by thy solitariness, thou shalt be sure of his company, if thou wilt avoid Others company;
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thou maist goe from others but not from him, hee'l follow thee into all the corners of thy retirednesse;
thou Mayest go from Others but not from him, he'll follow thee into all the corners of thy retiredness;
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couldest thou be alone, and without him, it were not so ill; but yet thy very being alone is not wel. Solomon said, Vae Toh. i. e.
Couldst thou be alone, and without him, it were not so ill; but yet thy very being alone is not well. Solomon said, Vae Toh. i. e.
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Woe to the soule alone, Eccl. 4.10. wert thou in company, thy sadnesse might be sweetned with their comfort, but being alone thy sorrow wil easily overmaster thee;Woe to the soul alone, Ecclesiastes 4.10. Wertenberg thou in company, thy sadness might be sweetened with their Comfort, but being alone thy sorrow will Easily overmaster thee;
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and when thou art downe, thou wilt want another to take thee up, as tis there in Eccles. Its a truth, that sorrow seekes solitarinesse, the sad soul would be by it selfe:
and when thou art down, thou wilt want Another to take thee up, as this there in Eccles. Its a truth, that sorrow seeks solitariness, the sad soul would be by it self:
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But God saw (even at first) it was not good for man to be alone;
But God saw (even At First) it was not good for man to be alone;
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Its bad for the best, but most bad for the dejected soule to be by it selfe.
Its bad for the best, but most bad for the dejected soul to be by it self.
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Sorrow runs away (as I may say) apace with the soule if it be without company;
Sorrow runs away (as I may say) apace with the soul if it be without company;
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but thus the soule should not be, because it must not give way to sorrow.
but thus the soul should not be, Because it must not give Way to sorrow.
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Fifthly, Such soules as in their dejections cast off duties, to buy that give-way to sorrow,
Fifthly, Such Souls as in their dejections cast off duties, to buy that give-way to sorrow,
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and are therefore by this point to be chid. Disquieted Jeremiah wil preach no more, chap. 20.9. and discontended Jonah, leaves Ninivey, and retires into the field;and Are Therefore by this point to be Child. Disquieted Jeremiah will preach no more, chap. 20.9. and discontented Jonah, leaves Nineveh, and retires into the field;
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hee'l not preach to men, but rather fret against God. Oh! how many dejected soules are there who cast off duties!
he'll not preach to men, but rather fret against God. Oh! how many dejected Souls Are there who cast off duties!
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hearing, praying, receiving, &c. and instead of waiting upon God in them for satisfaction, doe rather sit and murmure impatiently against their God;hearing, praying, receiving, etc. and instead of waiting upon God in them for satisfaction, do rather fit and murmur impatiently against their God;
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bid them pray, indeed they say they cannot;
bid them pray, indeed they say they cannot;
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but the truth is, will not (for could not they as wel speake the same sad complaints to God, that they doe to us?) exhort them to heare, &c. Alas! say they.
but the truth is, will not (for could not they as well speak the same sad complaints to God, that they do to us?) exhort them to hear, etc. Alas! say they.
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Its in vaine, &c. but this casting off of duties, is a giving way to dejection,Its in vain, etc. but this casting off of duties, is a giving Way to dejection,
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for to be cured of it we are to be up, and doing, as God tels Joshua; Get thee up,
for to be cured of it we Are to be up, and doing, as God tells joshua; Get thee up,
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wherefore lyest thou thus upon thy face, Judg 7.10.Wherefore liest thou thus upon thy face, Judge 7.10.
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O ye cast-downe soules, why lye you thus upon your faces? up and be doing, waite upon God in duties,
O you Cast-down Souls, why lie you thus upon your faces? up and be doing, wait upon God in duties,
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so shall you be freed from your dejection. Therefore, Secondly, having thus friendly chid you, let me now faithfully counsell you:
so shall you be freed from your dejection. Therefore, Secondly, having thus friendly Child you, let me now faithfully counsel you:
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Take heed, and beware, O ye dejected hearts, how you give way unto your dejections; be not disquieted, be not cast downe, stop your sorrowes in season; let not the flouds arise:
Take heed, and beware, Oh you dejected hearts, how you give Way unto your dejections; be not disquieted, be not cast down, stop your sorrows in season; let not the floods arise:
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you are indeed apt to let open the floud-gates of grief, but take heed least it over-slow your soules.
you Are indeed apt to let open the floodgates of grief, but take heed lest it overslow your Souls.
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Davids practise bids you to be wise, and Christs precept commands you, not to let your hearts be troubled. Davids practice bids you to be wise, and Christ precept commands you, not to let your hearts be troubled.
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Obj. But may not I give way to sorrow, who have given way to sinne? May I not be dejected much, who am defiled mightily? Suppose, (but why doe I make it a supposition? tis more, &c.) that my heart smites me for sinne,Object But may not I give Way to sorrow, who have given Way to sin? May I not be dejected much, who am defiled mightily? Suppose, (but why do I make it a supposition? this more, etc.) that my heart smites me for sin,
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and I be dejected thereupon, should not, ought not I to give way to sorrow, & c?
and I be dejected thereupon, should not, ought not I to give Way to sorrow, & c?
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Ans. By way of answer, suffer me, O soule, to say three things, and I beseech you minde them.Ans. By Way of answer, suffer me, Oh soul, to say three things, and I beseech you mind them.
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First, Tis possible for Satan to have a hand (Joab - like ) in this matter; Satan knowes as wel how to gaine by sorrow as by sinne: and therefore he that put thee upon the one, may presse forward the other;
First, This possible for Satan to have a hand (Joab - like) in this matter; Satan knows as well how to gain by sorrow as by sin: and Therefore he that put thee upon the one, may press forward the other;
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even under the Straw-berry of godly sorrow, may lye the Serpent, to sting unto despaire.
even under the Strawberry of godly sorrow, may lie the Serpent, to sting unto despair.
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Secondly, Its true, you may, nay you must give way to sorrow ▪ tis sinne to stifle Conscience.
Secondly, Its true, you may, nay you must give Way to sorrow ▪ this sin to stifle Conscience.
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Many a wretch makes a sport of sinne, and ends his wickednesse as he began it, viz. with mirth: but this is madnesse. Certainly, the faith of pardon cals for,
Many a wretch makes a sport of sin, and ends his wickedness as he began it, viz. with mirth: but this is madness. Certainly, the faith of pardon calls for,
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and workes (if saving) the sorrow of repentance, which is not to be repented of, nor spoken against; But yet,
and works (if Saving) the sorrow of Repentance, which is not to be repented of, nor spoken against; But yet,
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Thirdly, As you must give sorrow way, so must you give faith way too.
Thirdly, As you must give sorrow Way, so must you give faith Way too.
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Its your wisdome to know both when, and where to stop, you may give sorrow too much way,
Its your Wisdom to know both when, and where to stop, you may give sorrow too much Way,
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even teares for sinne may drown the soule; beware therefore of this, and learne to moderate your griefes. Quest.
even tears for sin may drown the soul; beware Therefore of this, and Learn to moderate your griefs. Quest.
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You will say, How shall we know when sorrow goes beyond its bounds; You will say, How shall we know when sorrow Goes beyond its bounds;
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what Land mark is there by which we may know the duly ful tide of godly sorrow? when must we stop the floodgates of griefe,
what Land mark is there by which we may know the duly full tide of godly sorrow? when must we stop the floodgates of grief,
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and cease to give way unto our sorrowes?
and cease to give Way unto our sorrows?
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Ans. This is a mystery, and you will never learne it of me, except the Spirit teach you;Ans. This is a mystery, and you will never Learn it of me, except the Spirit teach you;
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yet the letter of this mystery lyes in three heads, or rules.
yet the Letter of this mystery lies in three Heads, or rules.
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First, Then must sorrow be stopped, and not given way unto, when it begins to worke despaire.
First, Then must sorrow be stopped, and not given Way unto, when it begins to work despair.
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Its time to wipe our eyes, and to leave off weeping, when we begin to be dimme-sighted as to mercy;
Its time to wipe our eyes, and to leave off weeping, when we begin to be dimme-sighted as to mercy;
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when sorrow is gathered into clouds, to the darkening of grace; its time to stop.
when sorrow is gathered into Clouds, to the darkening of grace; its time to stop.
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Secondly, When God begins to appeare altogether in blacknesse and darknesse, then its a time to rouze up our spirits from under dejections,
Secondly, When God begins to appear altogether in blackness and darkness, then its a time to rouse up our spirits from under dejections,
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whereas the soule sees nothing but terrour and wrath, and is hereby dis-heartened from duty, its high time to stop greife;
whereas the soul sees nothing but terror and wrath, and is hereby disheartened from duty, its high time to stop grief;
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if your soules begin to be so sad, as to be afraid to goe to God, to speake to him, to argue (boldly through the Gospel) with him,
if your Souls begin to be so sad, as to be afraid to go to God, to speak to him, to argue (boldly through the Gospel) with him,
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then its time to doubt, and feare that your sorrow is gone too farre, and that you have given way to it too much.
then its time to doubt, and Fear that your sorrow is gone too Far, and that you have given Way to it too much.
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Thirdly, when sadnesse makes you stand off from Christ;
Thirdly, when sadness makes you stand off from christ;
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when it begets so much feare, as to keep under faith, then certainely it is too much, and it must be stopped.
when it begets so much Fear, as to keep under faith, then Certainly it is too much, and it must be stopped.
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Tell me, O soule, that mournest for sinne, that art dejected and cast downe, for thy defilement and corruption.
Tell me, Oh soul, that mournest for sin, that art dejected and cast down, for thy defilement and corruption.
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Art afraid to beleeve? Art loath to goe to Christ? Dost begin to question his willingnesse to receive, Art afraid to believe? Art loath to go to christ? Dost begin to question his willingness to receive,
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and pardon thee? Hereupon dost begin to thinke now thou art cast downe to arise no more? to lye in thy sorrowes till thou dye? And dost thinke it in vaine to goe to Christ,
and pardon thee? Hereupon dost begin to think now thou art cast down to arise no more? to lie in thy sorrows till thou die? And dost think it in vain to go to christ,
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and impossible to be accepted by Christ? Know, that now certainly thy sorrow is gone too farre,and impossible to be accepted by christ? Know, that now Certainly thy sorrow is gone too Far,
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and that now thou not only mayest, but that thou oughtest, and must stop it; now its thy wisedome, and should be thy care to let it goe no further.
and that now thou not only Mayest, but that thou Ought, and must stop it; now its thy Wisdom, and should be thy care to let it go no further.
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Quest. But me thinkes I heare thee say; Alas! I would stop greife if I could; Quest. But me thinks I hear thee say; Alas! I would stop grief if I could;
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I would cease to be sorrowfull, had I a skill; How shall I bridle my passion? How shall I keep downe my disquiet?
I would cease to be sorrowful, had I a skill; How shall I bridle my passion? How shall I keep down my disquiet?
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Ans. To doe this I confesse is difficult; sorrow is a stubborne passion, and its not an easie thing to bridle it; waters are not easily mastered:Ans. To do this I confess is difficult; sorrow is a stubborn passion, and its not an easy thing to bridle it; waters Are not Easily mastered:
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But yet, take two or three helps. First, begin to stop inordinate griefe quickly; Its easier to stop the Horse at his first setting out then afterwards:
But yet, take two or three helps. First, begin to stop inordinate grief quickly; Its Easier to stop the Horse At his First setting out then afterwards:
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Griefe gets strength by any sufferance, give it not place therefore, no not for an houre.
Grief gets strength by any sufferance, give it not place Therefore, no not for an hour.
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It hath been noted, that such as have craved, and had leave to weep, and be sad a little, have taken more liberty then was allowed,
It hath been noted, that such as have craved, and had leave to weep, and be sad a little, have taken more liberty then was allowed,
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and have wept a great deale more then was fit;
and have wept a great deal more then was fit;
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lay a restraint therefore upon sorrow in its first swelling, so shall it not over-flow the bankes of thy soule. lay a restraint Therefore upon sorrow in its First swelling, so shall it not overflow the banks of thy soul.
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Secondly, (as a helpe to this) Consider how your inordinate dejection goes to the heart of Christ;
Secondly, (as a help to this) Consider how your inordinate dejection Goes to the heart of christ;
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sometimes the wife is prevailed withall not to be too sad, because it grieves the husband;
sometime the wife is prevailed withal not to be too sad, Because it grieves the husband;
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Pray wife, saith the husband, be not so sad and melancholly, it troubles me to see it, &c. This stops sorrow many times;
Pray wife, Says the husband, be not so sad and melancholy, it Troubles me to see it, etc. This stops sorrow many times;
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Consider it (ye spirituall Spouses ) your husband (Christ) is troubled to see you so sad, it goes to his heart to see you so dejected.
Consider it (the spiritual Spouses) your husband (christ) is troubled to see you so sad, it Goes to his heart to see you so dejected.
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Christ speaks of Ephraim, that his soule was disquieted (for tis the same word in the originall with that in the text) for him; surely did you but seriously consider this, it would stop your griefe,
christ speaks of Ephraim, that his soul was disquieted (for this the same word in the original with that in the text) for him; surely did you but seriously Consider this, it would stop your grief,
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and cause, and keepe you from giving way unto it, in as much as Christ is cast downe,
and cause, and keep you from giving Way unto it, in as much as christ is cast down,
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and disquieted (as it were) to see you so. Thirdly, Call your soule to an account;
and disquieted (as it were) to see you so. Thirdly, Call your soul to an account;
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this wil prevent it for going further. The way to prevent exorbitant expences in Stewards, is to call them to an account:
this will prevent it for going further. The Way to prevent exorbitant expenses in Stewards, is to call them to an account:
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O poore soules learne, and practise the Art of selfe expostulation, say to your selves as David did, Why art thou cast downe (O my soule) and why art thou so disquieted within me? This wil be a good way to keepe downe sorrow from rising too high,
Oh poor Souls Learn, and practise the Art of self expostulation, say to your selves as David did, Why art thou cast down (Oh my soul) and why art thou so disquieted within me? This will be a good Way to keep down sorrow from rising too high,
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yea and a good way to raise up your soule from sitting too low.
yea and a good Way to raise up your soul from sitting too low.
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Indeed this is the other branch of the point, and I shall now come unto it.
Indeed this is the other branch of the point, and I shall now come unto it.
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CHAP. 5.
CHAP. 5.
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I Have dispatched the first branch of the Doctrine, viz. That its the wisdome, and should be the care of dejected soules, not to give way unto dejection, and casting downe.
I Have dispatched the First branch of the Doctrine, viz. That its the Wisdom, and should be the care of dejected Souls, not to give Way unto dejection, and casting down.
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I shall now proceed to the second branch, which is to shew;
I shall now proceed to the second branch, which is to show;
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That it is their wisdome, and should be their care to argue the case with themselves. That it is their Wisdom, and should be their care to argue the case with themselves.
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You see David doth so, he calls upon his soule, and expostulates the businesse with it.
You see David does so, he calls upon his soul, and expostulates the business with it.
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Here is not a word in his expostulation but is very considerable. As, 1 Why, that is, as I opened in the explication.
Here is not a word in his expostulation but is very considerable. As, 1 Why, that is, as I opened in the explication.
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What (as if he should say) What, is it so indeed, art cast downe in earnest, O my soule? I thought it but fained,What (as if he should say) What, is it so indeed, art cast down in earnest, Oh my soul? I Thought it but feigned,
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or at least not so reall; But what, is it so indeed? he cunningly insinuates into his soule. Or, How? i. e.
or At least not so real; But what, is it so indeed? he cunningly insinuates into his soul. Or, How? i. e.
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O how art thou cast downe. Oh how art thou cast down.
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O my soule? I wonder at it, and its an astonishment to me to consider it;O my soul? I wonder At it, and its an astonishment to me to Consider it;
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how sad, how exceeding sad art thou, O my poore dejected soule? Or else: After what manner, i. e.
how sad, how exceeding sad art thou, Oh my poor dejected soul? Or Else: After what manner, i. e.
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what kinde of sorrow is this that fils thee? Is it the sorrow of faith,
what kind of sorrow is this that fills thee? Is it the sorrow of faith,
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or of despaire? Is it the griefe of a godly soule, or is it a worldly sorrow? What manner of sorrow is it? Or else,
or of despair? Is it the grief of a godly soul, or is it a worldly sorrow? What manner of sorrow is it? Or Else,
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wherefore? i.e. What end dost ayme at in this sorrow? What is it that thou drivest at by this dejection? Or else, why, i. e.
Wherefore? i.e. What end dost aim At in this sorrow? What is it that thou drivest At by this dejection? Or Else, why, i. e.
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For what cause is it? As if he should say;For what cause is it? As if he should say;
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Tell me the reason (for I see it not) of this thy trouble and dejection.
Tell me the reason (for I see it not) of this thy trouble and dejection.
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Mark how home he argues in that first word; but then marke againe the next word, which is,
Mark how home he argues in that First word; but then mark again the next word, which is,
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Soule; Its as if he should say, Why am I thus troubled in all my inward man, in my soule? Why doe the waters come in unto my soule? i. e. to my best and chiefest part, or to my all? as if he had said;Soul; Its as if he should say, Why am I thus troubled in all my inward man, in my soul? Why do the waters come in unto my soul? i. e. to my best and chiefest part, or to my all? as if he had said;
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Why is it not a little trouble in my minde, but a great one in my soule? Why is it not a little trouble in my mind, but a great one in my soul?
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Yet further, marke him in the particle my; O (my) soule; Its as if he should have said;
Yet further, mark him in the particle my; O (my) soul; Its as if he should have said;
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Why is my soule, even mine, which hath so many Promises, and which had some experiences? why is my soule that hath a God to goe unto? why is my soule cast downe? If Saul, or Doeg were cast downe it were not strange;
Why is my soul, even mine, which hath so many Promises, and which had Some experiences? why is my soul that hath a God to go unto? why is my soul cast down? If Saul, or Doeg were cast down it were not strange;
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but that thou, O my soule art cast down, this is indeed strange.
but that thou, Oh my soul art cast down, this is indeed strange.
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See him yet againe, cast downe and troubled; as if he should say, What, troubled unto casting down? what,
See him yet again, cast down and troubled; as if he should say, What, troubled unto casting down? what,
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so much disquieted as to be in a storm? (as I opened the word) yea,so much disquieted as to be in a storm? (as I opened the word) yea,
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and to be in such a tempest:
and to be in such a tempest:
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O my soule, why is it thus? If thou wilt be troubled, why so? What, troubled to a lying upon the ground? O arise, arise soule!
Oh my soul, why is it thus? If thou wilt be troubled, why so? What, troubled to a lying upon the ground? Oh arise, arise soul!
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for what is the matter that thou art thus cast downe?
for what is the matter that thou art thus cast down?
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You see how full it lyes in Davids practise, that dejected soules should argue the case with themselves;
You see how full it lies in Davids practise, that dejected Souls should argue the case with themselves;
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it is needlesse to adde the candle of any other example ▪ seeing we see the truth so clearly in the Sun-shine of this.
it is needless to add the candle of any other Exampl ▪ seeing we see the truth so clearly in the Sunshine of this.
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CHAP. 6. The summe of the expostulation, and the reasons of it.
CHAP. 6. The sum of the expostulation, and the Reasons of it.
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I Wil a little touch upon these two heads for the clearly understanding of this branch. 1 Wherein doth this expostulation, or arguing with our soules consist? 2 Why Christians cast downe should use it.
I Will a little touch upon these two Heads for the clearly understanding of this branch. 1 Wherein does this expostulation, or arguing with our Souls consist? 2 Why Christians cast down should use it.
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For the first, you wil say (If it be our wisdome, and should be our care when cast downe, to argue the case with our selves ) wherein doth this arguing consist?
For the First, you will say (If it be our Wisdom, and should be our care when cast down, to argue the case with our selves) wherein does this arguing consist?
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Now for this, know, that this expostulation doth principally consist in three particulars. First, In a solemne summoning of the soule to give an account of its dejection.
Now for this, know, that this expostulation does principally consist in three particulars. First, In a solemn summoning of the soul to give an account of its dejection.
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Wee should, (Judge-like) call our soules before us, and demand what is the reason that it breakes the royall law of love, which commands us to rejoyce alway; And it sleights Christs command of not being troubled. I know the sad heart is backward unto this,
we should, (Judge-like) call our Souls before us, and demand what is the reason that it breaks the royal law of love, which commands us to rejoice always; And it sleights Christ command of not being troubled. I know the sad heart is backward unto this,
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but we must summon it solemnly in the name of Christ to give an account,
but we must summon it solemnly in the name of christ to give an account,
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and that a faithfull one, why its so sad and cast downe? we should say, Come forth (O my soule) out of thy sad and solitary retirements,
and that a faithful one, why its so sad and cast down? we should say, Come forth (Oh my soul) out of thy sad and solitary retirements,
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and tell me plainly the reason why thou art cast downe, and also the end that thou aymest at, &c. This is the first part, or introduction to this arguing. Theand tell me plainly the reason why thou art cast down, and also the end that thou aimest At, etc. This is the First part, or introduction to this arguing. The
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Second is, A due consideration of the cause, or reason which the soule gives for its dejection.
Second is, A due consideration of the cause, or reason which the soul gives for its dejection.
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Peradventure the cause may not be a cause, the reason may not be rationall; or if it be a cause it may not be so great; therefore we should weigh what, and how weighty it is.
Peradventure the cause may not be a cause, the reason may not be rational; or if it be a cause it may not be so great; Therefore we should weigh what, and how weighty it is.
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As to instance, sometimes the soule saith its dejected, for this crosse, or for that affliction; for this feare, and that fall; for this corruption, and that temptation, &c. now then, the maine part of this expostulation lyes in our weighing and right stating of the cause, which the soule either hath,
As to instance, sometime the soul Says its dejected, for this cross, or for that affliction; for this Fear, and that fallen; for this corruption, and that temptation, etc. now then, the main part of this expostulation lies in our weighing and right stating of the cause, which the soul either hath,
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or thinkes it hath, for its dejection. Then,
or thinks it hath, for its dejection. Then,
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Thirdly, this arguing lyeth in doing of what we are able to doe, to satisfie our selves.
Thirdly, this arguing lies in doing of what we Are able to do, to satisfy our selves.
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Its said of David, that he comforted himselfe in his God, 1 Sam. 30.6. That is, he strengthened himselfe as well as he could.
Its said of David, that he comforted himself in his God, 1 Sam. 30.6. That is, he strengthened himself as well as he could.
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Its certaine, that in a naturall way we may doe something, and in a supernaturall way we may doe more;
Its certain, that in a natural Way we may do something, and in a supernatural Way we may do more;
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now we should stir up our gifts both naturall, and supernaturall.
now we should stir up our Gifts both natural, and supernatural.
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Incourage your selves (as I read it) and he shall strengthen your hearts, Psal. 31. last, certainly we should frame what answers we can draw from reasons, Encourage your selves (as I read it) and he shall strengthen your hearts, Psalm 31. last, Certainly we should frame what answers we can draw from Reasons,
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and promises & experiences, to satisfie our selves in the pretended causes of our dejections.
and promises & experiences, to satisfy our selves in the pretended Causes of our dejections.
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Besides, we should charge our souls to be patient, and stirre up our selves to beleeve;
Beside, we should charge our Souls to be patient, and stir up our selves to believe;
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we should doe what we can Logically to resolve doubts, ( i. e. fully to satisfie troubles) and Rhetorically to perswade (as it were) our selves to rejoyce.
we should do what we can Logically to resolve doubts, (i. e. Fully to satisfy Troubles) and Rhetorically to persuade (as it were) our selves to rejoice.
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There is enough in the Scriptures to silence all sorrowes, and to satisfie all cases; There is enough in the Scriptures to silence all sorrows, and to satisfy all cases;
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and we should argue from the Scriptures for this purpose, as much, and as wel as we can.
and we should argue from the Scriptures for this purpose, as much, and as well as we can.
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We should not plead for, but against our dejections;
We should not plead for, but against our dejections;
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we should strengthen the hands of our faith against unbeleefe, and the grounds of joy against sorrow. Its true, its Christ alone that can raise us,
we should strengthen the hands of our faith against unbelief, and the grounds of joy against sorrow. Its true, its christ alone that can raise us,
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but yet we must strive in our expostulation to raise our selves; Shake thy selfe from the dust, O Jerusalem, as it is, Isay 52.2.
but yet we must strive in our expostulation to raise our selves; Shake thy self from the dust, Oh Jerusalem, as it is, Saiah 52.2.
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The children of Sion must shake themselves, i. e. doe themselves (what in them lyes) towards their owne satisfaction, and raising from dejections.
The children of Sion must shake themselves, i. e. do themselves (what in them lies) towards their own satisfaction, and raising from dejections.
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This is the first thing, you may now guesse wherein this expostulation lyes. The second thing followes, i. e.
This is the First thing, you may now guess wherein this expostulation lies. The second thing follows, i. e.
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Why should dejected soules thus expostulate the matter with themselves. For this I might give many reasons, I shall instance briefly in these five.Why should dejected Souls thus expostulate the matter with themselves. For this I might give many Reasons, I shall instance briefly in these five.
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First, Because God hath given to men as men, much more to Saints as Saints, a power and principle to expostulate with themselves.
First, Because God hath given to men as men, much more to Saints as Saints, a power and principle to expostulate with themselves.
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Men have a judgement, and conscience, and surely these things should be made use of, and improved, as in other particulars, so likewise in this.
Men have a judgement, and conscience, and surely these things should be made use of, and improved, as in other particulars, so likewise in this.
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Its the priviledge of men above beasts, that they have a naturall faculty, to argue, and reason businesses within themselves;
Its the privilege of men above beasts, that they have a natural faculty, to argue, and reason businesses within themselves;
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and its the priviledge of Saints above men, that they can cast a restraint upon themselves (as Doctor Sibs observed upon this text) now its reason that we should reason the case with our soules, fith God hath given us a faculty so to doe. But,
and its the privilege of Saints above men, that they can cast a restraint upon themselves (as Doctor Sibs observed upon this text) now its reason that we should reason the case with our Souls, fifth God hath given us a faculty so to do. But,
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Secondly, Dejected soules should argue the case with themselves, because many times they shall finde they are dejected caus-lesse;
Secondly, Dejected Souls should argue the case with themselves, Because many times they shall find they Are dejected causeless;
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As wicked men are sometimes in feare where no feare is, i. e. where there is no just cause of feare.
As wicked men Are sometime in Fear where no Fear is, i. e. where there is no just cause of Fear.
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So Saints are sometimes dejected, when they have no just cause for it.
So Saints Are sometime dejected, when they have no just cause for it.
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Its certaine, that take dejection in the sence formerly opened, a Saint hath never a just ground for it.
Its certain, that take dejection in the sense formerly opened, a Saint hath never a just ground for it.
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David said, Wherefore should be feare in the dayes of evill, when the iniquity of his heeles compasse him about, Psal. 49.5.David said, Wherefore should be Fear in the days of evil, when the iniquity of his heals compass him about, Psalm 49.5.
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his meaning is, even then when all his sins did compasse him, he had no cause to be afraid, or cast downe;
his meaning is, even then when all his Sins did compass him, he had no cause to be afraid, or cast down;
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But certainly many times even Saints are dejected for no just reason, now we should therefore expostulate with our selves:
But Certainly many times even Saints Are dejected for no just reason, now we should Therefore expostulate with our selves:
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Its but a homely comparison (yet sith it comes home to the matter ile use it) Sometimes we are as fearefull Horses, who flight and startle at every bush and shadow;
Its but a homely comparison (yet sith it comes home to the matter Isle use it) Sometime we Are as fearful Horses, who flight and startle At every bush and shadow;
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we feare even the shadowes of feare, and we are cast downe, when there is no substantiall ground.
we Fear even the shadows of Fear, and we Are cast down, when there is no substantial ground.
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Its but meet therefore that when we are cast downe we should argue the case with our selves,
Its but meet Therefore that when we Are cast down we should argue the case with our selves,
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and see what reason there is for it, and what weight is in that reason. Thirdly, By reasoning or arguing with our seules, we lay a stop in sorrowes way;
and see what reason there is for it, and what weight is in that reason. Thirdly, By reasoning or arguing with our seules, we lay a stop in sorrows Way;
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looke as it is in the point of finning, so is it in the businesse of sorrow.
look as it is in the point of finning, so is it in the business of sorrow.
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If sinners would but a little expostulate with themselves, they would not run on in sinne, therefore the Psalmist saith, Stand in awe and sinne not, commune (or expostulate) with your selves, Psal. 4.4.
If Sinners would but a little expostulate with themselves, they would not run on in sin, Therefore the Psalmist Says, Stand in awe and sin not, commune (or expostulate) with your selves, Psalm 4.4.
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In like manner, Saints would not give way unto sadnesse, if they did but commune, and reason the case with themselves.
In like manner, Saints would not give Way unto sadness, if they did but commune, and reason the case with themselves.
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Did Saints but reason with sorrow thus;
Did Saints but reason with sorrow thus;
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Why art thou? whither tendest thou? what sweet is in thee, & c? surely such a reasoning as this, it would at least restraine sorrow, and keep it under. And to this,Why art thou? whither tendest thou? what sweet is in thee, & c? surely such a reasoning as this, it would At least restrain sorrow, and keep it under. And to this,
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Fourthly, Christians or Saints cast downe should thus reason with themselves, because this will be some excuse for them if they cannot prevaile.
Fourthly, Christians or Saints cast down should thus reason with themselves, Because this will be Some excuse for them if they cannot prevail.
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That soule that gives way to sadnesse, and in no kinde strives against, and expostulates with it, hath no excuse to plead;
That soul that gives Way to sadness, and in no kind strives against, and expostulates with it, hath no excuse to plead;
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as sinners that rush into sinne violently, and willingly (as the horse into the battell) they have no excuse.
as Sinners that rush into sin violently, and willingly (as the horse into the battle) they have no excuse.
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Its some (though but a small) excuse, that a soule can say, I strived against temptation, I opposed corruption, I expostulated with my soule against it;
Its Some (though but a small) excuse, that a soul can say, I strived against temptation, I opposed corruption, I expostulated with my soul against it;
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so a soule that is carried downe the streame of sorrow, may plead a little for its selfe,
so a soul that is carried down the stream of sorrow, may plead a little for its self,
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if it hath done its best against it; whereas if it gives way, and expostulates not the matter at all, its inexcusable.
if it hath done its best against it; whereas if it gives Way, and expostulates not the matter At all, its inexcusable.
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The soule may with some boldnesse call for, and with some confidence expect helpe from Christ, to raise it being cast downe, in case it can plead, That it hath strived,
The soul may with Some boldness call for, and with Some confidence expect help from christ, to raise it being cast down, in case it can plead, That it hath strived,
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and expostulated with it selfe as well as it could. Then,
and expostulated with it self as well as it could. Then,
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Lastly, A soule dejected should argue the case with its selfe, because hereby he is fitter for cure.
Lastly, A soul dejected should argue the case with its self, Because hereby he is fitter for cure.
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This selfe-expostulation renders the minde willing to be convinced, and it doth also make the soule fitter to open its case and condition.
This selfe-expostulation renders the mind willing to be convinced, and it does also make the soul fitter to open its case and condition.
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Like as the person that hath examined, and found out his disease, is fitter for to make it known, and so to be cured:
Like as the person that hath examined, and found out his disease, is fitter for to make it known, and so to be cured:
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So is the soule that hath expostulated the businesse of his dejection with himselfe.
So is the soul that hath expostulated the business of his dejection with himself.
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Many poore soules are not able to open their cases, and one maine reason is, they never did argue it with themselves,
Many poor Souls Are not able to open their cases, and one main reason is, they never did argue it with themselves,
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but still let it run on, till they are cast downe into a pit where they cannot see;
but still let it run on, till they Are cast down into a pit where they cannot see;
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in as much therefore that selfe-expostulation doth so advantage dejected soules as to cure, and satisfaction, its but reason that they should use it.
in as much Therefore that selfe-expostulation does so advantage dejected Souls as to cure, and satisfaction, its but reason that they should use it.
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CHAP. 7. Some Ʋses of this Branch.
CHAP. 7. some Ʋses of this Branch.
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THis truth that dejected soules should argue the case with themselves, serves both To 1 Reprove, and 2 Direct.
THis truth that dejected Souls should argue the case with themselves, serves both To 1 Reprove, and 2 Direct.
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First, This truth reproves such as being cast downe, never doe thus.
First, This truth reproves such as being cast down, never do thus.
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Its the fault, and folly of many dejected hearts, that they take it for granted and sure, that they may,
Its the fault, and folly of many dejected hearts, that they take it for granted and sure, that they may,
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and ought to be cast downe, and therefore they never enquire into the matter, nor expostulate,
and ought to be cast down, and Therefore they never inquire into the matter, nor expostulate,
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or argue the thing at all; they cry out, oh!
or argue the thing At all; they cry out, o!
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they are cast downe; but they never say, Why, or wherefore? This they take for granted, they have cause.they Are cast down; but they never say, Why, or Wherefore? This they take for granted, they have cause.
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Surely you are to be reproved who goe sad, and heavie all the day long, and never argue with your selves, Why is it?
Surely you Are to be reproved who go sad, and heavy all the day long, and never argue with your selves, Why is it?
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Secondly and chiefly, Be directed, oh ye dejected soules, what to doe in your dejection, viz. argue, or expostulate the businesse with your selves;
Secondly and chiefly, Be directed, o you dejected Souls, what to do in your dejection, viz. argue, or expostulate the business with your selves;
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now for your direction herein take these rules. 1 Be serious and solemne, charge your soules againe,
now for your direction herein take these rules. 1 Be serious and solemn, charge your Souls again,
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and againe, so doth David here;
and again, so does David Here;
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observe, here is not one why, but two whyes; First, Why cast downe? Secondly, Why troubled? why and why; O be you very serious,
observe, Here is not one why, but two whyes; First, Why cast down? Secondly, Why troubled? why and why; O be you very serious,
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and keepe your hearts to it.
and keep your hearts to it.
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Doe not let thy heart be quiet, till it indeed discover unto thee, the true reason of its sadnesse. 2 Be very cautious and sober, doe not dispute too much, nor inquire too farre;
Do not let thy heart be quiet, till it indeed discover unto thee, the true reason of its sadness. 2 Be very cautious and Sobrium, do not dispute too much, nor inquire too Far;
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Satan wil dispute too long, and bring you into Labyrinths which you cannot get out off.
Satan will dispute too long, and bring you into Labyrinths which you cannot get out off.
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Doe not dive into the Divine decrees; If thy soule say, Its sad by thinking on them;Do not dive into the Divine decrees; If thy soul say, Its sad by thinking on them;
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tell thy soule, that those things are above thy reach, and therefore are not to cause thy sorrow.
tell thy soul, that those things Are above thy reach, and Therefore Are not to cause thy sorrow.
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If thy soule urge particulars, and positions about Predestination, &c. be not too curious to pry into those particulars, nor to dispute those cases;
If thy soul urge particulars, and positions about Predestination, etc. be not too curious to pry into those particulars, nor to dispute those cases;
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tell thy soule, The Word is night thee. even in thy heart;
tell thy soul, The Word is night thee. even in thy heart;
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and that this is the word of the Gospel ▪ viz. That Jesus Christ came into the world to save sinners.
and that this is the word of the Gospel ▪ viz. That jesus christ Come into the world to save Sinners.
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3 Beware how you conclude against your soule, because you cannot satisfie your selfe.
3 Beware how you conclude against your soul, Because you cannot satisfy your self.
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Tis possible thy case may be satisfiable, and yet thou art not able to doe it.
This possible thy case may be satisfiable, and yet thou art not able to do it.
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Doe not say, I may, and I must be cast downe, for I cannot say any thing to the contrary, I cannot satisfie my doubts,
Do not say, I may, and I must be cast down, for I cannot say any thing to the contrary, I cannot satisfy my doubts,
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and feares, &c. Why though thou canst not, others may;
and fears, etc. Why though thou Canst not, Others may;
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The Psalmist tells you of a case that was too hard for him to resolve himselfe in,
The Psalmist tells you of a case that was too hard for him to resolve himself in,
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and yet when he went to the Sanctuary he had satisfaction, Psal. 73.16, 17. O poore soules!
and yet when he went to the Sanctuary he had satisfaction, Psalm 73.16, 17. O poor Souls!
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you may not be able after all your expostulation to satisfie your selves, yet doe not conclude against your selves,
you may not be able After all your expostulation to satisfy your selves, yet do not conclude against your selves,
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but goe to the Sanctuary, and you shall have satisfaction there. 4 Beware of partiality; Heare as wel what may be said for, as what is said against your soules;
but go to the Sanctuary, and you shall have satisfaction there. 4 Beware of partiality; Hear as well what may be said for, as what is said against your Souls;
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You have a willing spirit, though a weake flesh; you have a waking heart, though a sleepy head;
You have a willing Spirit, though a weak Flesh; you have a waking heart, though a sleepy head;
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you are comely though black. Heare as wel pro, as con; receive as wel arguments for your selves, as insinuations against your selves:
you Are comely though black. Hear as well Pro, as con; receive as well Arguments for your selves, as insinuations against your selves:
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Surely its not only your wisdome, but your duty. You must as wel argue for liftings up for what there is in you of Christ,
Surely its not only your Wisdom, but your duty. You must as well argue for liftings up for what there is in you of christ,
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as for castings downe, for what there is in you of corruption.
as for castings down, for what there is in you of corruption.
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You are not just Arbitrators, not righteous in expostulation, if you argue not both parts; therefore in your arguing beware of partiality, its a needfull caution.
You Are not just Arbitrators, not righteous in expostulation, if you argue not both parts; Therefore in your arguing beware of partiality, its a needful caution.
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O how many cry out, O they sleep, they are black; they have this corruption, and they wrestle with that temptation;
O how many cry out, Oh they sleep, they Are black; they have this corruption, and they wrestle with that temptation;
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but never minde what watchfulnesse, what comlinesse, what grace, what helpe, &c. they have from Christ;
but never mind what watchfulness, what comeliness, what grace, what help, etc. they have from christ;
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and its no wonder that they are cast downe.
and its no wonder that they Are cast down.
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: But beware of this partiality in your expostulation with your selves. 5 Make the Gospel the Judge of your case;
: But beware of this partiality in your expostulation with your selves. 5 Make the Gospel the Judge of your case;
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let not the Law, but let Grace moderate your dispute.
let not the Law, but let Grace moderate your dispute.
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While you argue the case with your soule, take heed of Moses, hee'l cast you down lower; if he moderate.
While you argue the case with your soul, take heed of Moses, he'll cast you down lower; if he moderate.
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But appeale to Christ, by him comes grace and truth; hee'l decide the controversie truly (and if sinne have the truth, hee'l acknowledge it unto repentance) but hee'l decide it also graciously (and where sinne abounds, hee'l say, grace superabounds unto faith ) therefore in your self-soule-expostulation bring your heart into the presence of Christ,
But appeal to christ, by him comes grace and truth; he'll decide the controversy truly (and if sin have the truth, he'll acknowledge it unto Repentance) but he'll decide it also graciously (and where sin abounds, he'll say, grace superabounds unto faith) Therefore in your self-soule-expostulation bring your heart into the presence of christ,
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and let him alone be Judge. 6 Resolve never to conclude finally against thy soule, whatever at present may be proved against it, When thy soule hath said all that it can against thy state,
and let him alone be Judge. 6 Resolve never to conclude finally against thy soul, whatever At present may be proved against it, When thy soul hath said all that it can against thy state,
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and when after all that thou hast answered, thy soule is unsatisfied;
and when After all that thou hast answered, thy soul is unsatisfied;
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nay, suppose thou finde every thing punctually proved as a reason for dejection, yet resolve to conclude nothing against thy selfe, for God can help at last, though Satan should be righteous in his accusation,
nay, suppose thou find every thing punctually proved as a reason for dejection, yet resolve to conclude nothing against thy self, for God can help At last, though Satan should be righteous in his accusation,
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and thy conscience joyn with him, in witnessing against thee, yet know, Christ is righteous in thy absolution,
and thy conscience join with him, in witnessing against thee, yet know, christ is righteous in thy absolution,
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and his bloud can cleanse thy conscience, yea and it shall, Heb. 10. But you will say, What if in my expostulation I finde my owne conscience condemning me, must I resolve not to conclude of my estate by that?and his blood can cleanse thy conscience, yea and it shall, Hebrew 10. But you will say, What if in my expostulation I find my own conscience condemning me, must I resolve not to conclude of my estate by that?
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Ans. No not finally; thy conscience may condemne thee now, and yet acquit thee anon: Nay, Christ may permit first thy owne conscience to condemne thee, that afterwards thou maist see,Ans. No not finally; thy conscience may condemn thee now, and yet acquit thee anon: Nay, christ may permit First thy own conscience to condemn thee, that afterwards thou Mayest see,
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and prize his grace in acquitting thee.
and prize his grace in acquitting thee.
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Well, these be the rules to mannage your selfe-argumentation, I wil give a few words more to direct you in the argumentation it selfe,
Well, these be the rules to manage your selfe-argumentation, I will give a few words more to Direct you in the argumentation it self,
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and then ile conclude this Section.
and then Isle conclude this Section.
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But you wil say, How shall we doe to argue the case with our owne soules? why for this, take these directions following. 1 Question Your owne soules. 2 Chide Your owne soules. 3 Informe Your owne soules.
But you will say, How shall we do to argue the case with our own Souls? why for this, take these directions following. 1 Question Your own Souls. 2 Chide Your own Souls. 3 Inform Your own Souls.
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First, Question your owne soules; put some questions to your spirits about your sadnesse, and see what answers are returned. As, 1 Quest.
First, Question your own Souls; put Some questions to your spirits about your sadness, and see what answers Are returned. As, 1 Quest.
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What indeed is the ground of this dejection. Is it sinne? why there is grace;What indeed is the ground of this dejection. Is it sin? why there is grace;
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Is it Satan an enemy? there is Christ a friend: Say what, O what my soule is the ground of this dejection? 2 Quest.
Is it Satan an enemy? there is christ a friend: Say what, Oh what my soul is the ground of this dejection? 2 Quest.
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What dost ayme at in thy trouble, O soule? Is it to please God? to satisfie for sinne? Alas!What dost aim At in thy trouble, Oh soul? Is it to please God? to satisfy for sin? Alas!
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he is not pleased with our sorrows, neither is there satisfaction in our dejection. 3 Quest.
he is not pleased with our sorrows, neither is there satisfaction in our dejection. 3 Quest.
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What it meanes thus to be disquieted; What it means thus to be disquieted;
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Doth it meane thus to ease its selfe? Alas, this is rather to increase trouble, then to finde comfort.
Does it mean thus to ease its self? Alas, this is rather to increase trouble, then to find Comfort.
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Secondly, Chide your soules for your dejection;
Secondly, Chide your Souls for your dejection;
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reprove your selves for your sorrowes, say, O what weaknesse is this to sit sobbing, to lye tumbling, to tosse in a tempestuous manner,
reprove your selves for your sorrows, say, Oh what weakness is this to fit sobbing, to lie tumbling, to toss in a tempestuous manner,
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when God and Christ bids you to rejoyce: when God and christ bids you to rejoice:
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Chide your selves for disparaging the Gospell, for dishonouring Christ, for disheartening others, for all this you are guilty of by your dejected carriage;
Chide your selves for disparaging the Gospel, for Dishonoring christ, for disheartening Others, for all this you Are guilty of by your dejected carriage;
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rebuke your soules for their inordinate sorrowes.
rebuke your Souls for their inordinate sorrows.
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Thirdly, Informe them; Preach to your selves these and the like points: 1 All this sorrow doth no good;
Thirdly, Inform them; Preach to your selves these and the like points: 1 All this sorrow does no good;
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It hath no profit in it.
It hath no profit in it.
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What profit is there either for thy selfe, or others in these thy dejections? 2 This sorrow doth hurt, its as leannes to thy soule, its as a damp to, and the deadnesse on duty;
What profit is there either for thy self, or Others in these thy dejections? 2 This sorrow does hurt, its as leannes to thy soul, its as a damp to, and the deadness on duty;
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tell your soules this sadnesse is mischievous, it furthers despaire, and it stifles joy:
tell your Souls this sadness is mischievous, it furthers despair, and it stifles joy:
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Say, it weakens as to worke, and unfits as to comfort. 3 Tell your soules, Many have been as you are;
Say, it weakens as to work, and unfits as to Comfort. 3 Tell your Souls, Many have been as you Are;
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Doe you decay in grace, so did others: Doe you fall into sinne, so doe many:
Do you decay in grace, so did Others: Do you fallen into sin, so do many:
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Are you deserted of Christ, so was the Spouse:
are you deserted of christ, so was the Spouse:
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O presse this point home, there is no temptation befallen you but what is common to others.
Oh press this point home, there is no temptation befallen you but what is Common to Others.
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Againe, 4 Informe your soules, that Christ would not have you to be cast downe? Say to them, Christ bids you be of good cheare;
Again, 4 Inform your Souls, that christ would not have you to be cast down? Say to them, christ bids you be of good cheer;
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hee'l raise you up, therefore why should you be cast downe? Further, 5 Tell your soules, Satan laughs to see you sad,
he'll raise you up, Therefore why should you be cast down? Further, 5 Tell your Souls, Satan laughs to see you sad,
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and Saints mourne, and say thus: I am not to rejoyce Satan, and to sadden Saints, no, I must not;and Saints mourn, and say thus: I am not to rejoice Satan, and to sadden Saints, no, I must not;
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yet, O how doth he rejoyce at your dejections. He saith, Aha, Aha; so would I have it:
yet, Oh how does he rejoice At your dejections. He Says, Aha, Aha; so would I have it:
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whereas Saints cry, Alas! alas: for what Saint is sad, and disconsolate, and all mourne not?
whereas Saints cry, Alas! alas: for what Saint is sad, and disconsolate, and all mourn not?
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Lastly, Informe your soules, that it shall not be alwaies thus;
Lastly, Inform your Souls, that it shall not be always thus;
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tell them, you shall not alway sit disconsolate ( as a woman forsaken, and grieved in spirit, as tis, Isay 54.6.) No, say unto your soule, that you shall yet once againe see your God,
tell them, you shall not always fit disconsolate (as a woman forsaken, and grieved in Spirit, as this, Saiah 54.6.) No, say unto your soul, that you shall yet once again see your God,
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and Christ, and that you shall yet praise him, and sing upon your stringed Instrument to the chiefe Musitian, i. e. the Lord Jesus.
and christ, and that you shall yet praise him, and sing upon your stringed Instrument to the chief Musician, i. e. the Lord jesus.
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Thus be directed in your dejections to argue, or expostulate with your owne soules as David doth,
Thus be directed in your dejections to argue, or expostulate with your own Souls as David does,
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but withall remember to argue with God also;
but withal Remember to argue with God also;
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so doth David likewise, I will speake unto God my rock (saith he) so doe thou, goe to God, and humbly expostulate with him;
so does David likewise, I will speak unto God my rock (Says he) so do thou, go to God, and humbly expostulate with him;
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if thou art dejected by reason of a desertion;
if thou art dejected by reason of a desertion;
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go and say, Why hast thou forgotten me? Aske God why he eclipseth his face;
go and say, Why hast thou forgotten me? Ask God why he Eclipseth his face;
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If thou art dejected by reason of temptation, say, Why goe I mourning by reason of the oppression of the enemy? Thou maist be bold with God in Christs bloud,
If thou art dejected by reason of temptation, say, Why go I mourning by reason of the oppression of the enemy? Thou Mayest be bold with God in Christ blood,
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therefore arise (O cast downe soule) and goe to God, and argue out thy cause with him;
Therefore arise (Oh cast down soul) and go to God, and argue out thy cause with him;
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intreat him to take off his hand if it keep thee downe, and beseech him, to stretch forth his hand to raise thee up.
entreat him to take off his hand if it keep thee down, and beseech him, to stretch forth his hand to raise thee up.
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Peradventure you wil say, you have done this oft, and yet you are still dejected.
Peradventure you will say, you have done this oft, and yet you Are still dejected.
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Why it may be so, yet you must waite with patience, you must tarry the Lords leasure:
Why it may be so, yet you must wait with patience, you must tarry the lords leisure:
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he wil not let you alway to lye, and labour in your dejections; but hee'l come and raise you up.
he will not let you always to lie, and labour in your dejections; but he'll come and raise you up.
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This you must beleeve, and expect, and in this faith and expectation waite; but of this in the next Section.
This you must believe, and expect, and in this faith and expectation wait; but of this in the next Section.
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SECT. IV. PSALM: 42. ult. — Hope thou in God:
SECT. IV. PSALM: 42. ult. — Hope thou in God:
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CHAP. 1. A third Doctrine raised, and spoken unto from the words.
CHAP. 1. A third Doctrine raised, and spoken unto from the words.
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IT was a sweet and sacred expression of the Church in her sad and low condition, Lament. 3.26. It is good that a man should both hope and quietly waite for the salvation of the Lord.
IT was a sweet and sacred expression of the Church in her sad and low condition, Lament. 3.26. It is good that a man should both hope and quietly wait for the salvation of the Lord.
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The Church was now in a lamentable estate, when she spake thus:
The Church was now in a lamentable estate, when she spoke thus:
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Jerusalem now lay as a heap, and the Lord had now caused the solemne Feasts, and Sabbaths to be forgotten in Sion, as tis, chap. 2.6. yet now she sees a goodnesse in hope, and quiet waiting;
Jerusalem now lay as a heap, and the Lord had now caused the solemn Feasts, and Sabbaths to be forgotten in Sion, as this, chap. 2.6. yet now she sees a Goodness in hope, and quiet waiting;
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and certainly so there is, Saints at lowest are not left of God; their heaviest condition is not hope-lesse:
and Certainly so there is, Saints At lowest Are not left of God; their Heaviest condition is not hopeless:
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Though they may be in the darke, yet they shall see light, for tis sowne for them;
Though they may be in the dark, yet they shall see Light, for this sown for them;
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and upon this account it is, that they should hope, and waite for Gods Salvation, even in their deepest dejection.
and upon this account it is, that they should hope, and wait for God's Salvation, even in their Deepest dejection.
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Indeed, this is the third thing which I observed in, and am to speake unto, from these words, viz. Doctrine.
Indeed, this is the third thing which I observed in, and am to speak unto, from these words, viz. Doctrine.
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Saints in their deepest dejections, when they are most cast downe, and disquieted, should be content to tarry, Saints in their Deepest dejections, when they Are most cast down, and disquieted, should be content to tarry,
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and waite for Gods cure and comfort. and wait for God's cure and Comfort.
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Davids practise is a precept in this, what he bids his soule doe, we must bid ours:Davids practise is a precept in this, what he bids his soul do, we must bid ours:
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Now marke, he bids his soule hope: So he saith, Hope thou in God. The word as I opened, signifies most properly to expect with patience, and hope.
Now mark, he bids his soul hope: So he Says, Hope thou in God. The word as I opened, signifies most properly to expect with patience, and hope.
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David speakes the same in other places which he doth in this, Psal. 40.1. I waited patiently for the Lord. And so, Psal. 62.5. David speaks the same in other places which he does in this, Psalm 40.1. I waited patiently for the Lord. And so, Psalm 62.5.
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My soule, waite thou only (or doe thou only waite) upon God, for my expectation is from him, and he did so, for there;My soul, wait thou only (or do thou only wait) upon God, for my expectation is from him, and he did so, for there;
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vers 1. saith he, Truly my soule waiteth still upon God.
vers 1. Says he, Truly my soul waits still upon God.
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Its certaine (O ye sad and cast down soules) that God wil come in his time, with sweet raising, and ravishing mercy:
Its certain (Oh you sad and cast down Souls) that God will come in his time, with sweet raising, and ravishing mercy:
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Its your duty in the interim to waite, and hope.
Its your duty in the interim to wait, and hope.
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The Prophet saith, The Vision is for an appointed time, but at the end it shall speake,
The Prophet Says, The Vision is for an appointed time, but At the end it shall speak,
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and not lye, though it tarry, wait, (mark it) waite, Habba. 2.3. The Psalmist knew he should yet praise God, therefore he bids himselfe to waite. Yea and the Prophet tells us, he would waite upon the Lord who hideth his face from the house of Jacob, Esa: 8.17. Cure will come, but you must tarry:and not lie, though it tarry, wait, (mark it) wait, Habba. 2.3. The Psalmist knew he should yet praise God, Therefore he bids himself to wait. Yea and the Prophet tells us, he would wait upon the Lord who Hideth his face from the house of Jacob, Isaiah: 8.17. Cure will come, but you must tarry:
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Comfort will appear, but you must waite. You are cast down, but you shal be raised up. Therefore you must wait in this hope patiently.
Comfort will appear, but you must wait. You Are cast down, but you shall be raised up. Therefore you must wait in this hope patiently.
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CHAP. 2. An Explication of the worke of waiting. DEjected soules! I am speaking to you.
CHAP. 2. an Explication of the work of waiting. DEjected Souls! I am speaking to you.
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I have told you already, you must not give way to your dejections. I now tell you more, You must be content to waite.
I have told you already, you must not give Way to your dejections. I now tell you more, You must be content to wait.
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If you aske what this is? I answer briefly, that this worke consists in four things.
If you ask what this is? I answer briefly, that this work consists in four things.
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First, In a patient bearing of that sadnesse, and dejection under which you are. Every passion, is impatient, Soules cast down are impatient in the pit; but this should not be.
First, In a patient bearing of that sadness, and dejection under which you Are. Every passion, is impatient, Souls cast down Are impatient in the pit; but this should not be.
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David tells you, of his sinking into a deep pit; and that in it he cryed, till he was weary,David tells you, of his sinking into a deep pit; and that in it he cried, till he was weary,
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yet he did patiently wait. I am weary (saith he) of my crying; my throat is dryed, mine eyes faile (yet marke what followes) I wait for my God, Psal. 69.3. Hee was not so impatient, as not to waite, And the Church saith, she'l bear the indignation of the Lord, as it is Mich. 7.9. Dejected souls! you must waite in patience.
yet he did patiently wait. I am weary (Says he) of my crying; my throat is dried, mine eyes fail (yet mark what follows) I wait for my God, Psalm 69.3. He was not so impatient, as not to wait, And the Church Says, Shell bear the Indignation of the Lord, as it is Mich. 7.9. Dejected Souls! you must wait in patience.
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Secondly, You must be content to tarry. As you must patiently bear, so you must contentedly forbear.
Secondly, You must be content to tarry. As you must patiently bear, so you must contentedly forbear.
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The word signifies as much, and is so used, and translated, Gen. 8.10. Noah is said to have staid yet other ten dayes.
The word signifies as much, and is so used, and translated, Gen. 8.10. Noah is said to have stayed yet other ten days.
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He had sent forth one Dove before, and that returns quickly, because she found no rest for the sole of her foot.
He had sent forth one Dove before, and that returns quickly, Because she found no rest for the sole of her foot.
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He did not presently send forth another, no, he stayd ten dayes (saith the text.) After the second returned, with an olive branch,
He did not presently send forth Another, no, he stayed ten days (Says the text.) After the second returned, with an olive branch,
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and so gave some hope, yet he was not over forward to send forth a third.
and so gave Some hope, yet he was not over forward to send forth a third.
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No, he staid ten dayes for that likewise. Dejected hearts, you must do as Noah did, i.e. be content to stay a while.
No, he stayed ten days for that likewise. Dejected hearts, you must do as Noah did, i.e. be content to stay a while.
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Indeed the captive exile maketh hast, he feares to dye in the pit, and that his bread will fail, as tis Esa. 51.14.
Indeed the captive exile makes haste, he fears to die in the pit, and that his bred will fail, as this Isaiah 51.14.
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But we should not make hast.
But we should not make haste.
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We ought to be content to tarry the Lords leisure, wee must as well waite and forbeare God (as I may say) till he come with cure,
We ought to be content to tarry the lords leisure, we must as well wait and forbear God (as I may say) till he come with cure,
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and comfort, as bear our own casting down. But
and Comfort, as bear our own casting down. But
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Thirdly, This duty lyes also, In a diligent observation of God, as he comes in with cure, and comfort.
Thirdly, This duty lies also, In a diligent observation of God, as he comes in with cure, and Comfort.
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Unto me (saith Job) men gave ere, and waited (its the same word with this in the text) i.e. they observed what I spake,
Unto me (Says Job) men gave ere, and waited (its the same word with this in the text) i.e. they observed what I spoke,
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And again (saith he) they waited for me as for the rain chap. 29.21, 23. His meaning is,
And again (Says he) they waited for me as for the rain chap. 29.21, 23. His meaning is,
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as men who looke out for raine, observe and eye every cloud: So did they wait:
as men who look out for rain, observe and eye every cloud: So did they wait:
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i. e. observe and eye every word of mine. This lyes in the word, which is to wait so, as to looke out for. i. e. observe and eye every word of mine. This lies in the word, which is to wait so, as to look out for.
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The Prophet stands upon his watch-tower, and looks out for the vision of which he speaks,
The Prophet Stands upon his watchtower, and looks out for the vision of which he speaks,
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and for which he would have us waite. As the eies of servants looke unto their Masters:
and for which he would have us wait. As the eyes of Servants look unto their Masters:
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So our eies waite upon the Lord our God, Psal. 123.2. My soul waits for the Lord, and in his word do I hope; So our eyes wait upon the Lord our God, Psalm 123.2. My soul waits for the Lord, and in his word do I hope;
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But how? marke it, more then they that do watch for the morning, Ps. 130.5, 6. You know such as do watch for the morning, eye,
But how? mark it, more then they that do watch for the morning, Ps. 130.5, 6. You know such as do watch for the morning, eye,
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and look out for any dawning, any glimering.
and look out for any dawning, any glimmering.
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Souls cast down should see how the Lord appears towards their raising, they should eye diligently how he comes forth for their cure.
Souls cast down should see how the Lord appears towards their raising, they should eye diligently how he comes forth for their cure.
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His going forth is prepared as the morning, as it is Hos. 6.3.His going forth is prepared as the morning, as it is Hos. 6.3.
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Therefore in our waiting for him, or on him, we should doe as those that do watch for day, i.e. observe exactly, every glimering of light and love.
Therefore in our waiting for him, or on him, we should do as those that do watch for day, i.e. observe exactly, every glimmering of Light and love.
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Lastly, There is one thing more in the word, and worke, and that is hope. Dejected soules should thus bear, and forbear, and looke out, but all in, and with hope.
Lastly, There is one thing more in the word, and work, and that is hope. Dejected Souls should thus bear, and forbear, and look out, but all in, and with hope.
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Thus the word is translated here: [ hope ] thou in God. So its translated and used, Psal. 119.81. My soule fainteth for thy salvation, but [ I hope ] in thy word.
Thus the word is translated Here: [ hope ] thou in God. So its translated and used, Psalm 119.81. My soul fainteth for thy salvation, but [ I hope ] in thy word.
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Certainly (you cast down Christians!) you ought to hope in your lowest estate, you must hope for that which yet you have not, i.e. cure, and comfort, you must say, I am cast down, but I hope to rise againe, I am disquieted,
Certainly (you cast down Christians!) you ought to hope in your lowest estate, you must hope for that which yet you have not, i.e. cure, and Comfort, you must say, I am cast down, but I hope to rise again, I am disquieted,
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but I hope I shall be settled. You must not cast away your confidence, in your most troubled condition.but I hope I shall be settled. You must not cast away your confidence, in your most troubled condition.
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These things put together, you will know your worke, which is in your deepest dejections, to be patient; and not to murmur:
These things put together, you will know your work, which is in your Deepest dejections, to be patient; and not to murmur:
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To be content to tarry Gods time, and not to hasten releife: To looke out, and eie how God appeares towards you, and for you.
To be content to tarry God's time, and not to hasten relief: To look out, and eye how God appears towards you, and for you.
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And to do all this with hope that yet you shall be raised, and settled. And to do all this with hope that yet you shall be raised, and settled.
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CHAP. 3. Some grounds of the point. WE may peradventure think this strange but yet tis true:
CHAP. 3. some grounds of the point. WE may Peradventure think this strange but yet this true:
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And albeit we may conceive it a rigorous thing, yet tis rationall ▪ And there are many reasons why a soule cast down, should be content thus to bear, tarry, and expect, &c. I shall not name all that I could, these may suffice.
And albeit we may conceive it a rigorous thing, yet this rational ▪ And there Are many Reasons why a soul cast down, should be content thus to bear, tarry, and expect, etc. I shall not name all that I could, these may suffice.
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First, Its Gods will: Hee wills that i• all (and in this case) we should waite:
First, Its God's will: He wills that i• all (and in this case) we should wait:
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And his will is the highest reason.
And his will is the highest reason.
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The people of God were much dejected when in Babylon: yet then (and with reference to that it was that) God commanded them to waite, Habba. 2.3.
The people of God were much dejected when in Babylon: yet then (and with Referente to that it was that) God commanded them to wait, Habba. 2.3.
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Hee that commandeth conversion, commands also waiting. Turn to thy God (saith he) I,
He that commands conversion, commands also waiting. Turn to thy God (Says he) I,
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but it may be (might the soule say) God will not turn to me,
but it may be (might the soul say) God will not turn to me,
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yet marke it, wait on thy God continually, Hosea 12.6. Its true, God will cure, and raise dejected soules, but hee'l take his own time.
yet mark it, wait on thy God continually, Hosea 12.6. Its true, God will cure, and raise dejected Souls, but he'll take his own time.
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Therefore we ought, and we must, be content to tarry and waite in hope. But
Therefore we ought, and we must, be content to tarry and wait in hope. But
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Secondly, Its but equall that we should waite and expect because we cast our selves downe.
Secondly, Its but equal that we should wait and expect Because we cast our selves down.
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For the most part our dejections are our own (as I formerly noted,) we throw our selves down,
For the most part our dejections Are our own (as I formerly noted,) we throw our selves down,
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and its but meet we should expect, and wait patiently til God will raise us up. Besides
and its but meet we should expect, and wait patiently till God will raise us up. Beside
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Thirdly, We are not alwayes fit for comfort.
Thirdly, We Are not always fit for Comfort.
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We are not always prepared for a raised estate, and therefore we may be content with a cast down one.
We Are not always prepared for a raised estate, and Therefore we may be content with a cast down one.
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The Lord waits to be gracious: as it is Esa. 30.18. God is fain to tarry till we are fit for to be raised:The Lord waits to be gracious: as it is Isaiah 30.18. God is fain to tarry till we Are fit for to be raised:
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and surely, if he tarry with, we should be content to tarry for, a cure. Thou dejected heart consider;
and surely, if he tarry with, we should be content to tarry for, a cure. Thou dejected heart Consider;
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thou art not fit to be out of the pit: thy sadnesse at present suits best with thy state.thou art not fit to be out of the pit: thy sadness At present suits best with thy state.
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Thou art not able to mannage joy:
Thou art not able to manage joy:
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Nor as yet art thou skilfull how to carry thy self in a sublime and raised condition.
Nor as yet art thou skilful how to carry thy self in a sublime and raised condition.
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Now God waits on thee for this end, that he may fit thee for joy, and fil thee with joy:
Now God waits on thee for this end, that he may fit thee for joy, and fill thee with joy:
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why then shouldest not thou upon this account be content to waite, and expect in hope and patience?
why then Shouldst not thou upon this account be content to wait, and expect in hope and patience?
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Fourthly, Soules in their deepest dejections, should be content to waite and expect, &c. because they cannot raise nor helpe themselves.
Fourthly, Souls in their Deepest dejections, should be content to wait and expect, etc. Because they cannot raise nor help themselves.
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The child that is down, and cannot raise it selfe, must be content to lye: should it cry and struggle never so much, yet it could not helpe its selfe.
The child that is down, and cannot raise it self, must be content to lie: should it cry and struggle never so much, yet it could not help its self.
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Christians dejected in spirit, you are as children, you cannot raise your selves.
Christians dejected in Spirit, you Are as children, you cannot raise your selves.
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Its true you can fall of your selves (even without Satan) you can create troubles and fears without him (and its your fault and folly that too oft you do so) But yet though you can deject your selves, without the helpe of Satan;
Its true you can fallen of your selves (even without Satan) you can create Troubles and fears without him (and its your fault and folly that too oft you do so) But yet though you can deject your selves, without the help of Satan;
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you cannot raise your selves without the power of God: why strive you and cry you in vain.
you cannot raise your selves without the power of God: why strive you and cry you in vain.
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Till God create peace, you cannot injoy it, you should therefore be content to tarry and waite his leisure.
Till God create peace, you cannot enjoy it, you should Therefore be content to tarry and wait his leisure.
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Fiftly, It argues humility to be thus content, Proud Benhadad will not waite:
Fifty, It argues humility to be thus content, Proud Benhadad will not wait:
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what (said he) shall I waite for the Lord any longer, 2 King. 6. •lt. Its the same word with this in the Text. His meaning is;what (said he) shall I wait for the Lord any longer, 2 King. 6. •lt. Its the same word with this in the Text. His meaning is;
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hee'l not be patient, nor tarry, nor expect and hope any longer. But though proud Benhadad will not, yet humble David would, and did.
he'll not be patient, nor tarry, nor expect and hope any longer. But though proud Benhadad will not, yet humble David would, and did.
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A soule that is humble, will be content to tarry dayes, weeks, years for the Lord.
A soul that is humble, will be content to tarry days, weeks, Years for the Lord.
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If God will not raise him now, hee'l wait in hope, that he may hereafter.
If God will not raise him now, he'll wait in hope, that he may hereafter.
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It argues a soule too much lifted up, that cannot be content to lye, till God will take it up.
It argues a soul too much lifted up, that cannot be content to lie, till God will take it up.
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Habbakkuk, after he had said, we must wait for the vision: addes, His soul which is lifted up is not right, ch. 2.4. He bids us behold this, i.e. consider it, that it argues a proud and a rotten heart, that cannot, will not wait. Habakkuk, After he had said, we must wait for the vision: adds, His soul which is lifted up is not right, changed. 2.4. He bids us behold this, i.e. Consider it, that it argues a proud and a rotten heart, that cannot, will not wait.
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A lowly mind, becomes a low estate.
A lowly mind, becomes a low estate.
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If your condition be low, and you cast down, you must be so lowly, as to be content, to wait and tarry in hope, with patience.
If your condition be low, and you cast down, you must be so lowly, as to be content, to wait and tarry in hope, with patience.
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Lastly, God tarryed at first a long time for our rising from sin, and its but just, that we should tarry a while, for our raising from sorrow.
Lastly, God tarried At First a long time for our rising from since, and its but just, that we should tarry a while, for our raising from sorrow.
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How long (O cast down soule) did God waite and expect thy conversion? why shouldest not thou be content to waite for his consolation? Christ expected the fruits of the Spirit unto holinesse a great while;
How long (Oh cast down soul) did God wait and expect thy conversion? why Shouldst not thou be content to wait for his consolation? christ expected the fruits of the Spirit unto holiness a great while;
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and shouldest not thou expect, and waite for the fruite of the Spirit unto joy a little? Surely its but reason we should waite with patience, till God raise us out of the pits of sadnesse and dejection;
and Shouldst not thou expect, and wait for the fruit of the Spirit unto joy a little? Surely its but reason we should wait with patience, till God raise us out of the pits of sadness and dejection;
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sith he waited long for our rising out of the pits of sinfulnesse and defilement.
sith he waited long for our rising out of the pits of sinfulness and defilement.
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CHAP. 4. Some uses of this point.
CHAP. 4. some uses of this point.
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YOu see both what it is to waite, and you see also great reason why it should be so: Dejected soules!
YOu see both what it is to wait, and you see also great reason why it should be so: Dejected Souls!
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this point calls on you to make use of it; you heare what you should doe, as wel as what you should not;
this point calls on you to make use of it; you hear what you should do, as well as what you should not;
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you heard before, you were not to give way unto your sadnesse: But you heare now, you must beare it in patience, with hope.
you herd before, you were not to give Way unto your sadness: But you hear now, you must bear it in patience, with hope.
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Two extreames you are prone unto, but you should avoyd, and strive against both. The first is this;
Two extremes you Are prove unto, but you should avoid, and strive against both. The First is this;
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You are apt to give way too much to your sadnesse and dejection. The second is quite contrary;You Are apt to give Way too much to your sadness and dejection. The second is quite contrary;
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You are apt to throw off all, and content to beare none. You Are apt to throw off all, and content to bear none.
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Either you would deject your selves too low, and be more sorrowfull then Christ would have you.
Either you would deject your selves too low, and be more sorrowful then christ would have you.
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Or else, you would struggle too much, and not lye in patience till he raise you.
Or Else, you would struggle too much, and not lie in patience till he raise you.
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On the one hand, your mourning is as those that have no hope; and on the other, you murmure, as those who have no patience.
On the one hand, your mourning is as those that have no hope; and on the other, you murmur, as those who have no patience.
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But both these extreames should be avoyded, for as the former point tells you, you should reason with your selves,
But both these extremes should be avoided, for as the former point tells you, you should reason with your selves,
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and not give way to mourning;
and not give Way to mourning;
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so this tells you, that you should in patience possesse your soules, and at no hand give way to murmuring.
so this tells you, that you should in patience possess your Souls, and At no hand give Way to murmuring.
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I wish you would, and could make the right use of this point;
I wish you would, and could make the right use of this point;
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I shall touch at three uses which you ought to make, and Christ help you that you may.
I shall touch At three uses which you ought to make, and christ help you that you may.
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The uses are, For 1 Humiliation, 2 Caution, and 3 Exhortation. First, This point might serve to humble those who doe not as they should;
The uses Are, For 1 Humiliation, 2 Caution, and 3 Exhortation. First, This point might serve to humble those who do not as they should;
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I meane, such as are dejected, and yet wil not waite in patience with hope.
I mean, such as Are dejected, and yet will not wait in patience with hope.
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How oft is it that they cry out, Their case is insufferable, and they'l not beare it;
How oft is it that they cry out, Their case is insufferable, and They'll not bear it;
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and their condition is desperate, and its in vaine for them to hope? But be humbled (O yee sad soules) for these speeches;and their condition is desperate, and its in vain for them to hope? But be humbled (Oh ye sad Souls) for these Speeches;
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you heare what David did, and you should do: you hear what others have done in your case, and what you should doe too,
you hear what David did, and you should do: you hear what Others have done in your case, and what you should do too,
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and let this humble you for your fayling.
and let this humble you for your failing.
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Why sayest thou, O Jacob; and speakest thou, O Israel, My way is bid from the Lord, and my judgement is passed over from my God, (as it is, Isai. 40.27.) Have you not heard that your Father fainteth not,
Why Sayest thou, Oh Jacob; and Speakest thou, Oh Israel, My Way is bid from the Lord, and my judgement is passed over from my God, (as it is, Isaiah 40.27.) Have you not herd that your Father fainteth not,
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and that he giveth power to the faint? Have you not heard that the youths faint;
and that he gives power to the faint? Have you not herd that the youths faint;
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and that yet they that waite upon the Lord renew their strength? and that yet they that wait upon the Lord renew their strength?
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Have you not heard that David was dejected (as you are) and that yet he did beare,
Have you not herd that David was dejected (as you Are) and that yet he did bear,
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and forbeare, in patience and hope (as you should) O be you humbled for not doing as he did.
and forbear, in patience and hope (as you should) O be you humbled for not doing as he did.
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Obj. But Davids case was not as mine my dejection is sorer then his;Object But Davids case was not as mine my dejection is Sorer then his;
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he had not so great grounds to be cast downe as I have, & c?
he had not so great grounds to be cast down as I have, & c?
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Ans. Why sayest thou so (O sad soule!) thou considerest thine owne, but not his;Ans. Why Sayest thou so (Oh sad soul!) thou Considerest thine own, but not his;
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doe but consider his seriously, and then compare. First, He was now banished from his house, yea and from Gods too;
do but Consider his seriously, and then compare. First, He was now banished from his house, yea and from God's too;
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he was now in the Wildernesse (where no waters were) and hee was now deprived of Sion, in which were all his springs. Yea,
he was now in the Wilderness (where no waters were) and he was now deprived of Sion, in which were all his springs. Yea,
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Secondly, as he wanted meanes, so he wanted more, i. e. he wanted God, he saw not that face which his soule sought;
Secondly, as he wanted means, so he wanted more, i. e. he wanted God, he saw not that face which his soul sought;
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he was at present in the darke. A Wildernesse is sad in the day time, but more sad in the night;
he was At present in the dark. A Wilderness is sad in the day time, but more sad in the night;
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David now wanted Divine discoveries, say now, is thy dejection more grounded than his? nay,David now wanted Divine discoveries, say now, is thy dejection more grounded than his? nay,
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Thirdly, God was not only wanting, but wrathfull;
Thirdly, God was not only wanting, but wrathful;
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David was not only farre from the springs of love, but he was under the spouts of warth; and all Gods billowes or waves went over him. Adde to this,David was not only Far from the springs of love, but he was under the spouts of warth; and all God's billows or waves went over him. Add to this,
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Fourthly, Davids enemies tooke notice of this, and scoffed at him all the while; and this as a sword did peirce him, as tis, vers. 9.
Fourthly, Davids enemies took notice of this, and scoffed At him all the while; and this as a sword did pierce him, as this, vers. 9.
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Consider now (O soule) was not Davids case as bad as yours? Or can you say your grounds of dejection are as great as his? what say you O soules for your selves?
Consider now (Oh soul) was not Davids case as bad as yours? Or can you say your grounds of dejection Are as great as his? what say you Oh Souls for your selves?
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Repl. Though his case were as bad as ours, yet our strength is not so great as his;Repl Though his case were as bad as ours, yet our strength is not so great as his;
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as his burden was so heavie as ours, so our shoulders are not so strong as his:
as his burden was so heavy as ours, so our shoulders Are not so strong as his:
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Doe you expect children should beare as much as men, and not sinke, and cry, & c?
Do you expect children should bear as much as men, and not sink, and cry, & c?
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Ans. But stay (O soule) and consider, that albeit I should say, David was stronger then you; yet,Ans. But stay (Oh soul) and Consider, that albeit I should say, David was Stronger then you; yet,
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First, Davids strength was not his own; it was Gods hand that supported him; and his hand is under thee:
First, Davids strength was not his own; it was God's hand that supported him; and his hand is under thee:
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It may be thou seest the one hand (which is over, or upon thee) but thou shouldest also consider, the other hand (that is under thee.) Besides,
It may be thou See the one hand (which is over, or upon thee) but thou Shouldst also Consider, the other hand (that is under thee.) Beside,
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Secondly, God knowes your strength, and beyond that hee'l not suffer you to be tryed. 1 Cor. 10.13. yea, the eternall God is thy strength, and underneath are thy everlasting armes, Deut. 33.27. Christ who is strong (O soule) wil beare thee up, and his strength is to be perfected in thy weaknesse; and in time thou shouldest finde it, couldest thou but in patience waite with hope.
Secondly, God knows your strength, and beyond that he'll not suffer you to be tried. 1 Cor. 10.13. yea, the Eternal God is thy strength, and underneath Are thy everlasting arms, Deuteronomy 33.27. christ who is strong (Oh soul) will bear thee up, and his strength is to be perfected in thy weakness; and in time thou Shouldst find it, Couldst thou but in patience wait with hope.
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Reply. Nay, but I cannot doe that, I cannot hope for helpe, sith I see no doore for hope to enter, I shall goe softly all my yeares in the bitternesse of my soule.Reply. Nay, but I cannot do that, I cannot hope for help, sith I see no door for hope to enter, I shall go softly all my Years in the bitterness of my soul.
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Ans. 'Tis true, Hezekiah said so in his dejection, but he was deceived, and so art thou:Ans. It's true, Hezekiah said so in his dejection, but he was deceived, and so art thou:
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when thy strength is gone, and thou shut up, so as that thou seest no hope, Christ may, and wil come;
when thy strength is gone, and thou shut up, so as that thou See no hope, christ may, and will come;
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therefore put not the use off, but take it to thy selfe (O impatient, despairing, dejected one!) thou art to be humbled,
Therefore put not the use off, but take it to thy self (Oh impatient, despairing, dejected one!) thou art to be humbled,
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sith thou dost not carry thy selfe as David did, in his dejection. Secondly, this point is a caution to all;
sith thou dost not carry thy self as David did, in his dejection. Secondly, this point is a caution to all;
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either in, or expecting dejection, to take heed they do not mis-behave themselves under Gods hand.
either in, or expecting dejection, to take heed they do not misbehave themselves under God's hand.
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Thy duty of waiting (I told you) consisted in foure things, take heed of failing in either
Thy duty of waiting (I told you) consisted in foure things, take heed of failing in either
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First, it lay in a patient bearing ▪ O take heed of impatience in your dejections:
First, it lay in a patient bearing ▪ Oh take heed of impatience in your dejections:
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Beware of passionate words, and actions, in your dejected condition;
Beware of passionate words, and actions, in your dejected condition;
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doe not say in thy haste, that thou art cast downe, and shalt be cut off, as tis, Psal. 31.22.
do not say in thy haste, that thou art cast down, and shalt be Cut off, as this, Psalm 31.22.
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Doe not say, I thought indeed Ministers and friends had been faithfull in their comforts, and counsels;
Do not say, I Thought indeed Ministers and Friends had been faithful in their comforts, and Counsels;
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but I see now that all men are lyars, as tis, Psal. 116.11. Thou hast heard of the patience of Job, how that in all this (i. e.
but I see now that all men Are liars, as this, Psalm 116.11. Thou hast herd of the patience of Job, how that in all this (i. e.
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this sad condition) he did not charge God foolishly, Job 1.22.
this sad condition) he did not charge God foolishly, Job 1.22.
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O take heed, that thou be not wise in thine owne eye, and say, Why am I thus, if the Lord be with me? Surely this is impatience,
O take heed, that thou be not wise in thine own eye, and say, Why am I thus, if the Lord be with me? Surely this is impatience,
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and in this you charge God with folly; beware of it. Secondly, in your dejection take heed of haste, you should waite, and tarry;
and in this you charge God with folly; beware of it. Secondly, in your dejection take heed of haste, you should wait, and tarry;
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bee wary of a hasty spirit: Remember, he that beleeveth maketh not haste, Isa. 28.16. David often complaines of his haste.
be wary of a hasty Spirit: remember, he that Believeth makes not haste, Isaiah 28.16. David often complains of his haste.
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Take heed of Sauls madnesse, that would not tarry till Samuel came; beware thou be not as Benhadad, who said, Why should I waite any longer?
Take heed of Saul's madness, that would not tarry till Samuel Come; beware thou be not as Benhadad, who said, Why should I wait any longer?
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Thirdly, take heed also of neglect in eying incomes, doe not say, its in vaine to looke up to the Hils, from whence commeth help;
Thirdly, take heed also of neglect in Eyeing incomes, do not say, its in vain to look up to the Hills, from whence comes help;
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what though thine eyes have looked long, and faile, yet looke longer. Indeed, Hezekiah said, his eyes did faile with looking, &c. Isa. 38.14. yet salvation did not faile at last.
what though thine eyes have looked long, and fail, yet look longer. Indeed, Hezekiah said, his eyes did fail with looking, etc. Isaiah 38.14. yet salvation did not fail At last.
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O take heed of leaving off to looke, and expect in every duty, in every ordinance, &c. Lastly, beware of despaire;
O take heed of leaving off to look, and expect in every duty, in every Ordinance, etc. Lastly, beware of despair;
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doe not say my hope is perished from the Lord: Indeed the Church in her lamentable estate said so, Lament. 3.18.
do not say my hope is perished from the Lord: Indeed the Church in her lamentable estate said so, Lament. 3.18.
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But it was because she remembred her affiction, and misery, her wormwood, and gall, These things she had still in remembrance, (as tis there, vers. 19, 20.) But thou oughtest to turne to thy soule,
But it was Because she remembered her Affliction, and misery, her wormwood, and Gall, These things she had still in remembrance, (as this there, vers. 19, 20.) But thou Ought to turn to thy soul,
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for so I translate, vers. 21. i. e.
for so I translate, vers. 21. i. e.
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to doe as David here, returne and reason with thy soule, and then thou wilt have hope.
to do as David Here, return and reason with thy soul, and then thou wilt have hope.
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Beware of that heavie word despaire, say not thy case is hopelesse;
Beware of that heavy word despair, say not thy case is hopeless;
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what, is there no Balme in Gilead? Cast not, oh cast not away your confidence. But hear a little, forbeare, hunger, looke out, and hope:
what, is there no Balm in Gilead? Cast not, o cast not away your confidence. But hear a little, forbear, hunger, look out, and hope:
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for thou shalt yet praise God, And therefore.
for thou shalt yet praise God, And Therefore.
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Lastly, Be ye exhorted (all yee cast downe soules) to this duty, which is in hope and patience, to waite upon Christ in all your dejections.
Lastly, Be you exhorted (all ye cast down Souls) to this duty, which is in hope and patience, to wait upon christ in all your dejections.
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Learn to tarry the Lords leisure.
Learn to tarry the lords leisure.
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Do not onely waite with patience, but with contentment, Say I will bear the hand of the Lord:
Do not only wait with patience, but with contentment, Say I will bear the hand of the Lord:
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and bee contented (sith its his pleasure) to be in a dejected condition, till he raise mee up.
and be contented (sith its his pleasure) to be in a dejected condition, till he raise me up.
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Its true, that the captive exile HASTENETH that he may be loosed, and that he should not die in the pit, as it is Esay 51.14.
Its true, that the captive exile HASTENETH that he may be loosed, and that he should not die in the pit, as it is Isaiah 51.14.
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But mark what is there said, to such a soule, hastening for to bee taken out of the pit.
But mark what is there said, to such a soul, hastening for to be taken out of the pit.
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I am the Lord thy God, who devided the Sea, whose waves roared, the Lord of Hosts is his name. I am the Lord thy God, who divided the Sea, whose waves roared, the Lord of Hosts is his name.
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Jehovah is thy God, though thou art a captive exile in the pit.Jehovah is thy God, though thou art a captive exile in the pit.
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And thou oughtest to waite, to stand still, and bee quiet, till God let thee see his salvation (as in the red Sea (for to that doth the Lord allude there,) Therefore, know your worke,
And thou Ought to wait, to stand still, and be quiet, till God let thee see his salvation (as in the read Sea (for to that does the Lord allude there,) Therefore, know your work,
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and be wise to do it (O ye dejected souls!) you must waite and be contented in your waiting. Quest.
and be wise to do it (Oh you dejected Souls!) you must wait and be contented in your waiting. Quest.
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But must I be contented with my condition, in which I want God.
But must I be contented with my condition, in which I want God.
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'Twere something to be contented with a comfortlesse condition; but to be contented with a God-lesse and Christ-lesse condition, this is harsh,
'Twere something to be contented with a comfortless condition; but to be contented with a Godless and Christless condition, this is harsh,
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and I question whither it should be. Answer, You must distinguish both of. 1 A state without God, and 2 Content in that state,
and I question whither it should be. Answer, You must distinguish both of. 1 A state without God, and 2 Content in that state,
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First, you must distinguish, of a state without God. There is a being without God so as men are by nature, i. e. Atheisticall:
First, you must distinguish, of a state without God. There is a being without God so as men Are by nature, i. e. Atheistical:
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And so I thinke that place should bee translated most clearly, Ephes. 2.12. proportionate unto that place of Ephes. 4.18.
And so I think that place should be translated most clearly, Ephesians 2.12. proportionate unto that place of Ephesians 4.18.
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Now I doe not, dare not say (O dejected) Soul, thou shouldest be contented in such a condition.
Now I do not, Dare not say (Oh dejected) Soul, thou Shouldst be contented in such a condition.
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But there is a being without God, or Christ, so as souls are, who are in the darke, that want the visibility of his presence:
But there is a being without God, or christ, so as Souls Are, who Are in the dark, that want the visibility of his presence:
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That indeed have his life, but are alienated from his light, that see not God or Christ at all;
That indeed have his life, but Are alienated from his Light, that see not God or christ At all;
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who are not wholly strangers to God, but to whom God seemes estranged, and from whom Christ seemes to be gone.
who Are not wholly Strangers to God, but to whom God seems estranged, and from whom christ seems to be gone.
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And such an estate thou must be contented in. But yet
And such an estate thou must be contented in. But yet
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Secondly, You must distinguish of content. There is a carnall, hellish content (arising from a sinfull frame of heart) such as was in those of whom Job speakes, that say to God, depart from us, that see no profit in his presence, and that therefore can be well pleased with his absence (as it is Job 21.) Thus 'twere hellish to be contented.
Secondly, You must distinguish of content. There is a carnal, hellish content (arising from a sinful frame of heart) such as was in those of whom Job speaks, that say to God, depart from us, that see no profit in his presence, and that Therefore can be well pleased with his absence (as it is Job 21.) Thus 'twere hellish to be contented.
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But there is a spiritual, holy contentment (arising from a submissive frame of heart to Gods will,) such as was in Christ, who submitted to divine absence.
But there is a spiritual, holy contentment (arising from a submissive frame of heart to God's will,) such as was in christ, who submitted to divine absence.
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And in the Church, who said, I will waite (that is, with content and patience) upon the Lord that hideth his face, Esa. 8.17.
And in the Church, who said, I will wait (that is, with content and patience) upon the Lord that Hideth his face, Isaiah 8.17.
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And in this way thou oughtest to be content to want God and Christ, i. e. in a sweet submission to his will, That since hee'le not shine, thou must bee contented to bee in the darke.
And in this Way thou Ought to be content to want God and christ, i. e. in a sweet submission to his will, That since he'll not shine, thou must be contented to be in the dark.
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Further, It is one thing to bee content to want God and Christ for a time; it is another thing, to be contented to eternity. I will not say (as some do thinke) that we ought to be contented to want God to eternity, But its clear for a time we must be contented.
Further, It is one thing to be content to want God and christ for a time; it is Another thing, to be contented to eternity. I will not say (as Some do think) that we ought to be contented to want God to eternity, But its clear for a time we must be contented.
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Indeed I think we must, and we must not bee contented in our condition, when, and while we are dejected, for the want of God and Christ. Quest.
Indeed I think we must, and we must not be contented in our condition, when, and while we Are dejected, for the want of God and christ. Quest.
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But alas! (thou wilt say) How shall I be thus.
But alas! (thou wilt say) How shall I be thus.
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Its a mystery to bee contented, and to bee not contented, and that at the same time, with reference to one and the same thing. Answ. Indeed, tis true.Its a mystery to be contented, and to be not contented, and that At the same time, with Referente to one and the same thing. Answer Indeed, this true.
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This is a mystery, but yet you must study it; And amongst other helps, I shall mention three Considerations;This is a mystery, but yet you must study it; And among other helps, I shall mention three Considerations;
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which (if the spirit assist) will in a measure learn you this mystery, of not being contented to want Christ;
which (if the Spirit assist) will in a measure Learn you this mystery, of not being contented to want christ;
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and yet of being contented to want him in your dejected condition, &c. 1 Consider, Christ is thy happines, but at his own disposall.
and yet of being contented to want him in your dejected condition, etc. 1 Consider, christ is thy happiness, but At his own disposal.
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Because he is thy happinesse, thou must not content thy selfe without him:
Because he is thy happiness, thou must not content thy self without him:
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And yet because he is at his owne disposal, thou must be content a while to want him, and to waite for him. Mind it, O dejected soule;
And yet Because he is At his own disposal, thou must be content a while to want him, and to wait for him. Mind it, Oh dejected soul;
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the Lord Jesus is thy life, (thou must perish without him) and therefore never be contented to want him.
the Lord jesus is thy life, (thou must perish without him) and Therefore never be contented to want him.
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But withall remember he is thy Lord, therefore if hee'le tarry, thou must be content to want, and to waite for him.
But withal Remember he is thy Lord, Therefore if he'll tarry, thou must be content to want, and to wait for him.
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2 Consider, Christ waited long for thee, but thou canst not want him alwayes. Because thou canst not alwayes want Christ;
2 Consider, christ waited long for thee, but thou Canst not want him always. Because thou Canst not always want christ;
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therefore beware of being content to be without him;
Therefore beware of being content to be without him;
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and yet because he waited long for you, be not discontented, if hee make you tarry a while for him.
and yet Because he waited long for you, be not discontented, if he make you tarry a while for him.
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3 Consider, If Christ never come to thee, thou art utterly undone: but if hee come at any time, thou art made for ever.
3 Consider, If christ never come to thee, thou art utterly undone: but if he come At any time, thou art made for ever.
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Who can be contented to thinke of being utterly undone, and miserable to all eternity? yet such (O soul) thou wilt be,
Who can be contented to think of being utterly undone, and miserable to all eternity? yet such (Oh soul) thou wilt be,
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if Christ come not to thee at all.
if christ come not to thee At all.
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But if Christ come (though never so late) its not (too late) to make thee really, royally, everlastingly happy.
But if christ come (though never so late) its not (too late) to make thee really, royally, everlastingly happy.
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Well mind this soule, and minding be serious in these thoughts, then mayest thou come to bee acquainted with this mystery of being contented to want God, Christ, comfort, &c. and to wait even in thy saddest dejection with aboundance of patience. Quest.
Well mind this soul, and minding be serious in these thoughts, then Mayest thou come to be acquainted with this mystery of being contented to want God, christ, Comfort, etc. and to wait even in thy Saddest dejection with abundance of patience. Quest.
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But What shall I say to silence Satan, and to still my unquiet heart in Christs absence, in during the time of my dejection.
But What shall I say to silence Satan, and to still my unquiet heart in Christ absence, in during the time of my dejection.
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Answ. For that (O soul) take these directions to support thy spirit, and silence Satan in thy dejections.Answer For that (Oh soul) take these directions to support thy Spirit, and silence Satan in thy dejections.
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First, Say to Satan and thy selfe, that Christ knows his owne time.
First, Say to Satan and thy self, that christ knows his own time.
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Why shouldest thou either prescribe, or confine him to time, what Christ said to his disciples, that say you, to your dejected soules.
Why Shouldst thou either prescribe, or confine him to time, what christ said to his Disciples, that say you, to your dejected Souls.
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His time is not yet come, though your time be alwayes, Job. 7.6. Tell thy soule, indeed Its time is alwayes, but Christs may not be yet.
His time is not yet come, though your time be always, Job. 7.6. Tell thy soul, indeed Its time is always, but Christ may not be yet.
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Say Christ is at his owne disposall, and he knowes his owne time. The wife that longs after her absent Husband, silenceth her selfe with this.
Say christ is At his own disposal, and he knows his own time. The wife that longs After her absent Husband, silenceth her self with this.
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My Husband knowes his owne time.
My Husband knows his own time.
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Yea, and she can with this also quiet the children too, who cry, oh that our Father were come!
Yea, and she can with this also quiet the children too, who cry, o that our Father were come!
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Children, you Father knowes his own time.
Children, you Father knows his own time.
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So O soul do thou silence thy self, and do thou likewise answer thine enemy, who saith, where is now thy God? Say, my God, my Christ is in Heaven; and doth what pleaseth him.
So Oh soul do thou silence thy self, and do thou likewise answer thine enemy, who Says, where is now thy God? Say, my God, my christ is in Heaven; and does what Pleases him.
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It pleaseth him that I should want, and waite, and I am contented for he knowes his own time.
It Pleases him that I should want, and wait, and I am contented for he knows his own time.
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Secondly, Christs time, is the best time. His time is alwayes seasonable. Tell thy soule, and Satan, thy time may not be fit, and seasonable.
Secondly, Christ time, is the best time. His time is always seasonable. Tell thy soul, and Satan, thy time may not be fit, and seasonable.
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Had a diseased person, who lay by the Poole of Bethesda stept in to the water when he would, it had not beene well:
Had a diseased person, who lay by the Pool of Bethesda stepped in to the water when he would, it had not been well:
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And yet alwayes it was time for the diseased.
And yet always it was time for the diseased.
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But it was not alway the spirits season. The Text saith, An Angell went down at a certain season, Joh. 5.4. O remember it dejected soule!
But it was not always the spirits season. The Text Says, an Angel went down At a certain season, John 5.4. O Remember it dejected soul!
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Thy time is alwayes, but it is not seasonable. Now Christs time is ever seasonable, though not alwayes present.
Thy time is always, but it is not seasonable. Now Christ time is ever seasonable, though not always present.
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His time is the best time, the seasonable time, the healing time. Th•rdly, Say to thy soule, Though this time seeme long, yet tis certaine.
His time is the best time, the seasonable time, the healing time. Th•rdly, Say to thy soul, Though this time seem long, yet this certain.
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Though it bee not now yet it will be.
Though it be not now yet it will be.
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The vision is for an appointed time i.e. for a season) and though it tarry yet it will [ SURELY ] come,
The vision is for an appointed time i.e. for a season) and though it tarry yet it will [ SURELY ] come,
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and not tarry. Christ will come in his owne time. Say to thy soule, though now thou want him.
and not tarry. christ will come in his own time. Say to thy soul, though now thou want him.
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notwithstanding thou shalt [ YET ] praise him. Fourthly, Tell thy soule, That Christs time is, when all hope is gone; and all meanes seemingly faile.
notwithstanding thou shalt [ YET ] praise him. Fourthly, Tell thy soul, That Christ time is, when all hope is gone; and all means seemingly fail.
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When the soule is shut up, and there is nothing left; when hope, and meanes are gone, then is his time to come.
When the soul is shut up, and there is nothing left; when hope, and means Are gone, then is his time to come.
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Fifthly, Tell your soules and Satan, That Christ is comming, while you are waiting. His Ship is under saile, while thou standest looking upon the shoare.
Fifthly, Tell your Souls and Satan, That christ is coming, while you Are waiting. His Ship is under sail, while thou Standest looking upon the shore.
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Hee is comming leaping and skipping over the Mountaines, while thou lyest sighing in the vallies.
He is coming leaping and skipping over the Mountains, while thou liest sighing in the valleys.
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Lastly, Tell thy soule, and Satan, Christ comes secretly. When his Brethren were gone, then went hee up also to the Feast;
Lastly, Tell thy soul, and Satan, christ comes secretly. When his Brothers were gone, then went he up also to the Feast;
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not OPENLY, but as it were in SECRET, Joh. 7.10. Hee had told them, his time was not yet come.not OPENLY, but as it were in SECRET, John 7.10. He had told them, his time was not yet come.
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And now it is come, hee goes up in secret. Say, (O dejected soule!) I must want,
And now it is come, he Goes up in secret. Say, (Oh dejected soul!) I must want,
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and waite, and I am contented;
and wait, and I am contented;
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for Christs time is not yet come in sight, and yet hee is, and may be comming in secret.
for Christ time is not yet come in sighed, and yet he is, and may be coming in secret.
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So that now (to wind up this) know, your worke is to waite, and learne to bee content with your worke.
So that now (to wind up this) know, your work is to wait, and Learn to be content with your work.
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Though thou art cast downe, Yet bee not discontented. But bee patient, and still waite in hope.
Though thou art cast down, Yet be not discontented. But be patient, and still wait in hope.
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Onely remember, that I do not by all this exclude either prayer, or endeavour. No, you must waite patiently, and want contentedly:
Only Remember, that I do not by all this exclude either prayer, or endeavour. No, you must wait patiently, and want contentedly:
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and yet you may pray and use meanes. First, You may pray, Patience may well enough consist with prayer.
and yet you may pray and use means. First, You may pray, Patience may well enough consist with prayer.
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Its a temptation to cast off prayer in any dejection.
Its a temptation to cast off prayer in any dejection.
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Habbakkuk knew the time of the vision was appointed, and therefore he would tarry and waite: But yet chap: 3: hee prayes:Habakkuk knew the time of the vision was appointed, and Therefore he would tarry and wait: But yet chap: 3: he prays:
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So may you, you may pray, and call (as the soules under the Altar) how long! You may expostulate with God,
So may you, you may pray, and call (as the Souls under the Altar) how long! You may expostulate with God,
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and intreate him to make hast. Onely remember Two Cautions in your prayer. First, Remember, though you be importunate, yet be not impudent.
and entreat him to make haste. Only Remember Two Cautions in your prayer. First, remember, though you be importunate, yet be not impudent.
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When thou hast prayed for hast, lye at Gods feet if he tarry.
When thou hast prayed for haste, lie At God's feet if he tarry.
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Though thou tell God thou canst not; yet doe not say, thou wilt not bear his hand.
Though thou tell God thou Canst not; yet do not say, thou wilt not bear his hand.
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Secondly, Be submissive, Say if it be possible come sooner; But yet Lord not my will, but thy will bee done.
Secondly, Be submissive, Say if it be possible come sooner; But yet Lord not my will, but thy will be done.
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Husband (writes the wife) if it be possible come quickly, and before such a time;
Husband (writes the wife) if it be possible come quickly, and before such a time;
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yet you are wise, I leave it to you. I rest yours expecting, &c. So write to Christ:
yet you Are wise, I leave it to you. I rest yours expecting, etc. So write to christ:
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O Lord if it bee possible come quickly; if it may become before I dye: However Lord, thou art wise, though I bee weake;
Oh Lord if it be possible come quickly; if it may become before I die: However Lord, thou art wise, though I be weak;
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not my time, but thy season: I rest, I remaine, thy patient, panting, waiting, Spouse.
not my time, but thy season: I rest, I remain, thy patient, panting, waiting, Spouse.
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Secondly, As you may pray, so you may indeavour in the use of meanes, to raise your selves, at least to quiet your soules. Its desperate folly and faultinesse, to cast off the use of meanes, in any dejection.
Secondly, As you may pray, so you may endeavour in the use of means, to raise your selves, At least to quiet your Souls. Its desperate folly and faultiness, to cast off the use of means, in any dejection.
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Joshua must up and be doing: And thou mayest work, and yet waite. Onely here take Two Cautions likewise. joshua must up and be doing: And thou Mayest work, and yet wait. Only Here take Two Cautions likewise.
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First, Ʋse no unlawfull unappointed meanes.
First, Ʋse no unlawful unappointed means.
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Though Soul may use Davids Harpe, yet he must not go to the Witch of End•r to quiet his spirit.
Though Soul may use Davids Harp, yet he must not go to the Witch of End•r to quiet his Spirit.
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Though thou mayst (and shouldest) Pray, Read, Heare, Confer, Communicate;
Though thou Mayest (and Shouldst) Pray, Read, Hear, Confer, Communicate;
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yea, and Fast (if with prudence:) Yet thou must not Drinke, Drab, Conjure, &c. to quiet thy selfe.
yea, and Fast (if with prudence:) Yet thou must not Drink, Drab, Conjure, etc. to quiet thy self.
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When Christ will not, thou shouldest not go to Satan to comfort thee. Secondly, In thy use of meanes, thou must not rest in them.
When christ will not, thou Shouldst not go to Satan to Comfort thee. Secondly, In thy use of means, thou must not rest in them.
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Thou must use all things as meanes, not as medicines.
Thou must use all things as means, not as medicines.
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Its not the Word, Sacraments, &c. but Christ in them which thou must looke out for, as to cure.
Its not the Word, Sacraments, etc. but christ in them which thou must look out for, as to cure.
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Though thou offer sacrifice, yet thou must trust in the Lord. Albeit, you may indeavour by workes, yet you must expect by faith.
Though thou offer sacrifice, yet thou must trust in the Lord. Albeit, you may endeavour by works, yet you must expect by faith.
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Beware of relying upon meanes for cure, or comfort. But in all, through all, looke out, and act faith upon Christ.
Beware of relying upon means for cure, or Comfort. But in all, through all, look out, and act faith upon christ.
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Object. But thou wilt say, This I would if I might. I would beleeve, if I had ground.Object. But thou wilt say, This I would if I might. I would believe, if I had ground.
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Why, Knew (O soule) in thy lowest condition, there is ground for faith.
Why, Knew (Oh soul) in thy lowest condition, there is ground for faith.
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When thou sinkest deepest into the •hine, and hast no ground for thy feete, yet thou hast ground for thy faith.
When thou sinkest Deepest into the •hine, and hast no ground for thy feet, yet thou hast ground for thy faith.
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David did, and thou mayest, and must act thy faith, and beleeve, even then, when thou art most cast downe, and disquieted. But of this I shall treate in the following Section.David did, and thou Mayest, and must act thy faith, and believe, even then, when thou art most cast down, and disquieted. But of this I shall Treat in the following Section.
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SECT. V. PSALM: 42. ult.
SECT. V. PSALM: 42. ult.
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— For I shall yet praise him, who is the health of my countenance and my God
— For I shall yet praise him, who is the health of my countenance and my God
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CHAP. 1. The fourth Doctrine drawn out of the words, and spoken to. SPirituall disquiets are sooner made then cured;
CHAP. 1. The fourth Doctrine drawn out of the words, and spoken to. Spiritual disquiets Are sooner made then cured;
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its easier to cast down, then raise up ones soule:
its Easier to cast down, then raise up ones soul:
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A weake heart may disturbe its selfe, but even a strong heart cannot settle its selfe;
A weak heart may disturb its self, but even a strong heart cannot settle its self;
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indeed its a hard thing to keep up the spirit in a right religious frame:
indeed its a hard thing to keep up the Spirit in a right religious frame:
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Either upon the one hand, we are apt to be puffed up too high (and under pretence of high injoyments, to forget our selves,) or on the other hand, we are apt to be cast downe too low (and under pretence of deep dejections to forget our Saviour,) now its our wisdome to avoyd both extreames;
Either upon the one hand, we Are apt to be puffed up too high (and under pretence of high enjoyments, to forget our selves,) or on the other hand, we Are apt to be cast down too low (and under pretence of deep dejections to forget our Saviour,) now its our Wisdom to avoid both extremes;
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if the Lord lift us up, we should not presume, and if he cast us downe, we must not despaire;
if the Lord lift us up, we should not presume, and if he cast us down, we must not despair;
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if Christ smile, we should not grow wanton, and if he frowne, we should not wax weake.
if christ smile, we should not grow wanton, and if he frown, we should not wax weak.
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Its an argument of much flesh, to abuse comforts unto loosenesse; and its an argument of little faith, to sinke under dejections into despaire.
Its an argument of much Flesh, to abuse comforts unto looseness; and its an argument of little faith, to sink under dejections into despair.
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Holy David was now low (much disquieted, and mightily cast down) yet even in his dejection he raises up his spirit,
Holy David was now low (much disquieted, and mightily cast down) yet even in his dejection he raises up his Spirit,
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and beleeves, though God were with-drawne, and David was faint in panting after him, yet he beleeves he would come againe,
and believes, though God were withdrawn, and David was faint in panting After him, yet he believes he would come again,
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and that he should rejoyce in praising him. The last point which I raised from this place was this, viz.
and that he should rejoice in praising him. The last point which I raised from this place was this, viz.
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Its the duty, and the glory of Saints to act faith, and to beleeve, even then when they are cast down lowest, and see God least. Its the duty, and the glory of Saints to act faith, and to believe, even then when they Are cast down lowest, and see God least.
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I suppose you see it cleare in the words, holy David was very much disquieted, his soule did cast downe its selfe, he went mourning because of the oppression of the enemy.
I suppose you see it clear in the words, holy David was very much disquieted, his soul did cast down its self, he went mourning Because of the oppression of the enemy.
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His God was in the darke, and his heart hereupon was downe, yet notwithstanding this, he acts his faith,
His God was in the dark, and his heart hereupon was down, yet notwithstanding this, he acts his faith,
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and beleeves he should yet praise God, as his health, and as HIS; I shall yet praise him, as the health of my countenance, and as MY God.
and believes he should yet praise God, as his health, and as HIS; I shall yet praise him, as the health of my countenance, and as MY God.
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CHAP. 2. The point opened, and proved.
CHAP. 2. The point opened, and proved.
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THe point is precious as you wil see when its plaine, and it wil be powerfull (I hope) if proved, viz. explaine, and confirme it.
THe point is precious as you will see when its plain, and it will be powerful (I hope) if proved, viz. explain, and confirm it.
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First, for the explication, there are two things to be touched upon. Viz. 1 The Subject, and 2 The predicate of the proposition.
First, for the explication, there Are two things to be touched upon. Viz. 1 The Subject, and 2 The predicate of the proposition.
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For the Subject, Its a soule cast down lowest, and seeing God least;
For the Subject, Its a soul cast down lowest, and seeing God least;
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of such I have been speaking all this Treatise, and of such I especially speake here; now such are so,
of such I have been speaking all this Treatise, and of such I especially speak Here; now such Are so,
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Either 1 Certainly, or 2 Conceitedly. First, there are some really, i. e. rationally dejected; some soules are deeply dejected, and their grounds are weighty.
Either 1 Certainly, or 2 Conceitedly. First, there Are Some really, i. e. rationally dejected; Some Souls Are deeply dejected, and their grounds Are weighty.
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Now this reall and certaine case of dejections is chiefly at foure times, or upon foure occasions; as namely,
Now this real and certain case of dejections is chiefly At foure times, or upon foure occasions; as namely,
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First, When a soule is deprived of all means of injoyment of God as formerly.
First, When a soul is deprived of all means of enjoyment of God as formerly.
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Time was, it may be, that the soule lay in Jerusalem (the place where the Lord delighteth to dwell) and that hard by the Poole of Bethesda (wherein the Lord was wont to come downe.) Time was,
Time was, it may be, that the soul lay in Jerusalem (the place where the Lord delights to dwell) and that hard by the Pool of Bethesda (wherein the Lord was wont to come down.) Time was,
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when it sate by the rivers head (even that faire river that doth make glad the City of God) and where it could drink, when ere it was dry.
when it sat by the Rivers head (even that fair river that does make glad the city of God) and where it could drink, when ere it was dry.
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Time was, when the soule sate at the Lords Table (even the mount where the feast of sai things is ) and it could eate,
Time was, when the soul sat At the lords Table (even the mount where the feast of sai things is) and it could eat,
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when ere it was hungry, but now, it may be, it is otherwise with it; now happily its in the Wildernesse, in the barren land, where no water is;
when ere it was hungry, but now, it may be, it is otherwise with it; now happily its in the Wilderness, in the barren land, where no water is;
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now its in the Desert, where it hath neither Fountaine, nor Table; and a soule in such a case is (and indeed cannot chuse but be) sad indeed.
now its in the Desert, where it hath neither Fountain, nor Table; and a soul in such a case is (and indeed cannot choose but be) sad indeed.
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Secondly, Suppose the soule have its Wonted meanes, yet in case it wants his usuall income in that meanes, in this case it is (and will be) much cast downe.
Secondly, Suppose the soul have its Wonted means, yet in case it Wants his usual income in that means, in this case it is (and will be) much cast down.
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Happily the soule lyes by the Poole, but the Angel moves not; it sits at the Table, but it eates nothing;
Happily the soul lies by the Pool, but the Angel moves not; it sits At the Table, but it eats nothing;
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it hath the Pipe, but though it suck hard it cannot draw a drop; its in the Galleries, but sees not Christ there.
it hath the Pipe, but though it suck hard it cannot draw a drop; its in the Galleries, but sees not christ there.
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The soule findes the breasts dry, which were wont to suckle it; and though it have its former meanes, yet it misseth its former meales;
The soul finds the breasts dry, which were wont to suckle it; and though it have its former means, yet it misses its former meals;
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it doth not see the glory as it was wont of old in the Temple: Now in this case it cannot but be cast downe. But,
it does not see the glory as it was wont of old in the Temple: Now in this case it cannot but be cast down. But,
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Thirdly, The soule is sometimes in the darke, and sees no light;
Thirdly, The soul is sometime in the dark, and sees no Light;
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it hath something, but it is not satisfied, it hath lost all its peace and evidence.
it hath something, but it is not satisfied, it hath lost all its peace and evidence.
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Sometimes the soule is (as Paul was) in a tempest of temptation, and sees no light;
Sometime the soul is (as Paul was) in a tempest of temptation, and sees no Light;
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neither Sunne, nor Moone, nor Starres, and that for many dayes together.
neither Sun, nor Moon, nor Stars, and that for many days together.
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Time was, it may be, when Christs candle shined upon his head, and when by his light it walked through darknes; but alas now!
Time was, it may be, when Christ candle shined upon his head, and when by his Light it walked through darkness; but alas now!
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now it may be, Christ is gone, and candle too. Now assurance is lost, and evidence too;
now it may be, christ is gone, and candle too. Now assurance is lost, and evidence too;
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and the soul walks in the valley of darknesse, and doubtings: And in this case, its no wonder if it be dejected, and much cast downe.
and the soul walks in the valley of darkness, and doubtings: And in this case, its no wonder if it be dejected, and much cast down.
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Fourthly, When the soule not only wants evidence of love, but lyes under the appearance of wrath;
Fourthly, When the soul not only Wants evidence of love, but lies under the appearance of wrath;
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then it must needs be cast downe.
then it must needs be cast down.
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Peradventure, there was a time in which the soule was familiar with God, as a man is with his friend;
Peradventure, there was a time in which the soul was familiar with God, as a man is with his friend;
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and could see God smiling as its Father; but alas!
and could see God smiling as its Father; but alas!
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now its not so, the soule cryes out, God hides his face, and holds it as his enemy.
now its not so, the soul cries out, God hides his face, and holds it as his enemy.
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Surely now the soule wil be, and may be cast downe.
Surely now the soul will be, and may be cast down.
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These are soules certainly dejected, who have certaine ground for their cryes in their castings down. But now there are others:
These Are Souls Certainly dejected, who have certain ground for their cries in their castings down. But now there Are Others:
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Secondly, Who are but conceited in their dejections; that pretend, and say, they have ground, but indeed have none.
Secondly, Who Are but conceited in their dejections; that pretend, and say, they have ground, but indeed have none.
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Sion said, God hath forsaken me; she said so, but God said the contrary. Meere melancholly doth deject some, conceit is all the cause of their casting downe;Sion said, God hath forsaken me; she said so, but God said the contrary. Mere melancholy does deject Some, conceit is all the cause of their casting down;
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they deeme, or imagine causes, and thereupon are dejected. But now (Reader) if thy dejection be reall, or appearing;
they deem, or imagine Causes, and thereupon Are dejected. But now (Reader) if thy dejection be real, or appearing;
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if thy casting downe be certaine, or in conceit; Be thy case what it wil be, or what thou thinkest it is;
if thy casting down be certain, or in conceit; Be thy case what it will be, or what thou Thinkest it is;
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let it be as thou sayest, that thou art cast downe deeply, yet this I say of thee,
let it be as thou Sayest, that thou art cast down deeply, yet this I say of thee,
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or of any in thy case, that thou and they, ought to act faith, and beleeve.
or of any in thy case, that thou and they, ought to act faith, and believe.
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For this is the predicate of this subject.
For this is the predicate of this Subject.
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Now for this predicate or the thing that I do affirme of a soule thus cast downe, take it in particulars thus.
Now for this predicate or the thing that I do affirm of a soul thus cast down, take it in particulars thus.
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First, Its their duty to beleeve. Dejected soules in case of failing to act faith, you sinne.
First, Its their duty to believe. Dejected Souls in case of failing to act faith, you sin.
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Some things in dejection, are rather wel if don, then faults if not done. Its rather good if done, then bad if not done.
some things in dejection, Are rather well if dONE, then Faults if not done. Its rather good if done, then bad if not done.
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As joy, I cannot as yet see sinne, in case of not rejoycing in dejections (for no affliction is joyous for the present, (as it is Heb 12.11.) nay, tis grievous: Besides, it contradicts dejection to rejoyce) But yet its sinne if we doe not beleeve.
As joy, I cannot as yet see sin, in case of not rejoicing in dejections (for no affliction is joyous for the present, (as it is Hebrew 12.11.) nay, this grievous: Beside, it contradicts dejection to rejoice) But yet its sin if we do not believe.
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I am not called to rejoycing in all cases (for I must be sensible of,
I am not called to rejoicing in all cases (for I must be sensible of,
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and so cannot but be sorrowfull under the mighty hand of God) But I am called upon to beleeve at all times, Faith is a standing worke,
and so cannot but be sorrowful under the mighty hand of God) But I am called upon to believe At all times, Faith is a standing work,
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and its duty to beleeve when I am dejected.
and its duty to believe when I am dejected.
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Though I am not bound to rejoyce for the present, yet I am bound to beleeve (as David ) that yet I shall hereafter.
Though I am not bound to rejoice for the present, yet I am bound to believe (as David) that yet I shall hereafter.
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Secondly, Its a Christians glory to beleeve, when its cast down, i.e. 1 'Tis a glory of theirs they may, All have not this priviledge, but some.
Secondly, Its a Christians glory to believe, when its cast down, i.e. 1 It's a glory of theirs they may, All have not this privilege, but Some.
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Christians its your glory, that you have a good ground for faith alwayes: you may beleeve in every case, of affliction, desertion, dejection, casting down, &c. Yea and
Christians its your glory, that you have a good ground for faith always: you may believe in every case, of affliction, desertion, dejection, casting down, etc. Yea and
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2 'Tis your glory if you can, and doe. To beleeve when all things faile, this is praise worthy.
2 It's your glory if you can, and do. To believe when all things fail, this is praise worthy.
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Its not so much glory to swimme with Bladders in a Calme Pond: But to swimme without Bladders in a Rough Sea: this is glory.
Its not so much glory to swim with Bladders in a Cam Pond: But to swim without Bladders in a Rough Sea: this is glory.
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And to act faith, when God lifts up, is not much (a child swimmes ▪ when held up by the chinne.) But to beleeve when God casts downe:
And to act faith, when God lifts up, is not much (a child swims ▪ when held up by the chin.) But to believe when God Cast down:
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This is a David - like faith, this argues a soule of the house of David, i. e.
This is a David - like faith, this argues a soul of the house of David, i. e.
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strong (as is hinted Zach: 12.8.) So that now you see the point explained.
strong (as is hinted Zach: 12.8.) So that now you see the point explained.
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I shal now adde the second thing, viz.
I shall now add the second thing, viz.
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The Proofe. And I thinke (as I said) if you weigh Davids case here, you wil see Demonstration.The Proof. And I think (as I said) if you weigh Davids case Here, you will see Demonstration.
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Davids case was certaine, and reall. He was now deprived of the meanes. Hee was now a stranger to his former holy-dayes.Davids case was certain, and real. He was now deprived of the means. He was now a stranger to his former holy-days.
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Hee now wants his income, he could not see that glory that he was wont. He now wants his peace and evidence, Alas!
He now Wants his income, he could not see that glory that he was wont. He now Wants his peace and evidence, Alas!
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his God was gone, and he cryes out, God had forgotten him, ver. 9. Yea, hee now seemes to lye under wrath:
his God was gone, and he cries out, God had forgotten him, ver. 9. Yea, he now seems to lie under wrath:
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he speakes of the noyse of the Almighties waterspouts, and cryes out all his waves, and billowes went over him, ver. 7.
he speaks of the noise of the Almighty's waterspouts, and cries out all his waves, and billows went over him, ver. 7.
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Now hee is dejected, and cast downe for this.
Now he is dejected, and cast down for this.
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And yet now, even now, hee acts his faith, and beleeves, he shall praise God for all this. Obj:
And yet now, even now, he acts his faith, and believes, he shall praise God for all this. Object:
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You will say, what is this to us? Answ: 'Tis much, his case was bad as thine, O soule.You will say, what is this to us? Answer: It's much, his case was bad as thine, Oh soul.
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And his example ought to bee thy rule. Quest: Nay, but who can doe thus, as David did, can others imitate him? Answ: Job went before him:
And his Exampl ought to be thy Rule. Quest: Nay, but who can do thus, as David did, can Others imitate him? Answer: Job went before him:
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Hee protested in his deepe dejection, that if God added killing to all, yet he would trust.
He protested in his deep dejection, that if God added killing to all, yet he would trust.
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Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him, Job 13.15.Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him, Job 13.15.
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Adde to this of Job, that of the Church, Our bones are scattered at the graves mouth,
Add to this of Job, that of the Church, Our bones Are scattered At the graves Mouth,
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as when one cutteth and cleaveth wood upon the earth. Sure soul, now they are low; as when one cutteth and cleaveth wood upon the earth. Sure soul, now they Are low;
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their bones fly about as chips; they lye by the mouth of the grave, want nothing but tumbling in.
their bones fly about as chips; they lie by the Mouth of the grave, want nothing but tumbling in.
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And yet now (marke it) now mine eyes are unto thee O God my Lord, In thee doe I trust, Psal: 141.7, 8. Will you have a command for all this:
And yet now (mark it) now mine eyes Are unto thee Oh God my Lord, In thee do I trust, Psalm: 141.7, 8. Will you have a command for all this:
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See then that knowne Scripture, Esa. 50. ult. Who is there among you (marke it whoever thou bee that feares God) who sittest in the darke and sees no light, (here is the lowest case) let him trust in the Lord.
See then that known Scripture, Isaiah 50. ult. Who is there among you (mark it whoever thou be that fears God) who Sittest in the dark and sees no Light, (Here is the lowest case) let him trust in the Lord.
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So that now you see both precept and example holding out this, that even in the deepest dejection that we are or can thinke to be, we must act our faith and beleeve.
So that now you see both precept and Exampl holding out this, that even in the Deepest dejection that we Are or can think to be, we must act our faith and believe.
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CHAP. 3. A further amplification of the worke of faith, in the case of dejection, and casting downe.
CHAP. 3. A further amplification of the work of faith, in the case of dejection, and casting down.
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PEradventure, you will aske mee, what you must act your faith for, and beleeve in, in the deepest dejections.
Peradventure, you will ask me, what you must act your faith for, and believe in, in the Deepest dejections.
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If you do, I will satisfie you Two ways. 1 By a description of the thing,
If you do, I will satisfy you Two ways. 1 By a description of the thing,
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or of that faith that must be acted: 2 By a deciphering of the particulars, that must be beleeved. or of that faith that must be acted: 2 By a deciphering of the particulars, that must be believed.
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For the first, viz. the faith which must be acted: I describe that thus.
For the First, viz. the faith which must be acted: I describe that thus.
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It is a resolute, and noble exercise, of the grace of faith, in which the soule quiets it self in, It is a resolute, and noble exercise, of the grace of faith, in which the soul quiets it self in,
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and rests it selfe upon God, and Christ; expecting, and looking for an accomplishment of all the promises, as to joy, or holinesse;
and rests it self upon God, and christ; expecting, and looking for an accomplishment of all the promises, as to joy, or holiness;
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notwithstanding all the feares, and all the doubts which may arise to the contrary. notwithstanding all the fears, and all the doubts which may arise to the contrary.
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This faith supposeth doubts and feares, but it over-comes them, It seeth hinderances, but it triumphs over them.
This faith Supposeth doubts and fears, but it overcomes them, It sees hindrances, but it Triumphos over them.
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It feeles disquietings but it suppresseth them:
It feels disquietings but it suppresses them:
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And whatever the promise be, whether for life, joy, peace, comforts, deliverance ▪ &c. it expects a fulfilling of it from God, and Christ.
And whatever the promise be, whither for life, joy, peace, comforts, deliverance ▪ etc. it expects a fulfilling of it from God, and christ.
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But Secondly, To see this clearer, I shall instance in the particulars of this faith, and this I shall do 1 Generally. 2 Particularly, and 3 Specially.
But Secondly, To see this clearer, I shall instance in the particulars of this faith, and this I shall do 1 Generally. 2 Particularly, and 3 Specially.
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Generally, In our deepest dejections wee are to hold fast cur former faith in any particular.
Generally, In our Deepest dejections we Are to hold fast cur former faith in any particular.
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We must beleeve all that which ever we did beleeve and know, concerning God, Christ, Scripture, &c. Some are apt in dejection, to bring all things into question:
We must believe all that which ever we did believe and know, Concerning God, christ, Scripture, etc. some Are apt in dejection, to bring all things into question:
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To question God, Christ, and all:
To question God, christ, and all:
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But now remember, whatever thou didst know and beleeve of God and Christ, or his wayes, out of the Scripture before, thou must beleeve the same still.
But now Remember, whatever thou didst know and believe of God and christ, or his ways, out of the Scripture before, thou must believe the same still.
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Let not Satan draw thee into a doubt, much lesse a deniall of former received, and professed truths.
Let not Satan draw thee into a doubt, much less a denial of former received, and professed truths.
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They are all as true now, as ever. A man who sees houses and trees in the day time:
They Are all as true now, as ever. A man who sees houses and trees in the day time:
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doth beleeve that the same houses, and trees, &c. are even in the night, when he is in the darke, and cannot see them.
does believe that the same houses, and trees, etc. Are even in the night, when he is in the dark, and cannot see them.
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And Saints must beleeve all that in the night of dejection, which they saw, and beleeved, in the day of conversion. But
And Saints must believe all that in the night of dejection, which they saw, and believed, in the day of conversion. But
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Particularly, Soules in their deepest dejections, ought (even in order to their releife and raising) to beleeve these three things,
Particularly, Souls in their Deepest dejections, ought (even in order to their relief and raising) to believe these three things,
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First, The power of God, i.e. They ought to beleeve that the Lords hand is not shortned, that it cannot save;
First, The power of God, i.e. They ought to believe that the lords hand is not shortened, that it cannot save;
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but he is Almighty, and all-sufficient still. It was the sinne of unbeleeving Israel; that they questioned the Almighties power:
but he is Almighty, and All-sufficient still. It was the sin of unbelieving Israel; that they questioned the Almighty's power:
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CAN GOD (say they) prepare a table in the Wildernesse? Behold, he smote the rocke, that waters gushed out, and the streames over-flowed:
CAN GOD (say they) prepare a table in the Wilderness? Behold, he smote the rock, that waters gushed out, and the streams overflowed:
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CAN he give bread also? CAN hee provide flesh for his people? Psal. 78.20. Soules under dejection;
CAN he give bred also? CAN he provide Flesh for his people? Psalm 78.20. Souls under dejection;
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you are apt to dispair even of divine power;
you Are apt to despair even of divine power;
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you are ready to question Gods Can. But you should not, you should alway beleeve and say as he did, Lord if thou Wilt, thou Canst, &c. Its a choyce passage to this purpose, which you have, Joh: 11.22. Where Martha, even when her Brother was dead, beleeves Christs power, I know that EVEN NOW, whatsoever thou wilt aske of God, God will give it.
you Are ready to question God's Can. But you should not, you should always believe and say as he did, Lord if thou Wilt, thou Canst, etc. Its a choice passage to this purpose, which you have, John: 11.22. Where Martha, even when her Brother was dead, believes Christ power, I know that EVEN NOW, whatsoever thou wilt ask of God, God will give it.
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Marke, she beleeved, even then, when her Brother was dead.
Mark, she believed, even then, when her Brother was dead.
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Mind it, O yee dejected soules, in your lowest state, you must beleeve Christ can helpe and raise. Yea
Mind it, Oh ye dejected Souls, in your lowest state, you must believe christ can help and raise. Yea
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Secondly, You must beleeve this possibility with reference to your selves. Do not say, Christ can cure this in another;
Secondly, You must believe this possibility with Referente to your selves. Do not say, christ can cure this in Another;
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but beleeve he can do it to thee. The Leper said, thou canst make MEE whole, Matth: 8.2.
but believe he can do it to thee. The Leper said, thou Canst make ME Whole, Matthew: 8.2.
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As in the point of resurrection of the body, its not enough to beleeve the resurrection of a body,
As in the point of resurrection of the body, its not enough to believe the resurrection of a body,
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but of this body, and of thine. (So Job beleeved with his flesh, and his eyes,
but of this body, and of thine. (So Job believed with his Flesh, and his eyes,
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and not anothers should arise, chap: 19.27.) In like manner, here in the point, of raising from dejection, the soule must act faith in, or for himselfe.
and not another's should arise, chap: 19.27.) In like manner, Here in the point, of raising from dejection, the soul must act faith in, or for himself.
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He must beleeve that Christ can raise him, (even) him, how low, or deep soever he be cast down. Adde to this
He must believe that christ can raise him, (even) him, how low, or deep soever he be cast down. Add to this
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Thirdly, When the soule is gone thus farre, as to beleeve a possibility;
Thirdly, When the soul is gone thus Far, as to believe a possibility;
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it must goe farther in beleeving, an inclinablenesse at least in God, or Christ to do as they can.
it must go farther in believing, an inclinableness At least in God, or christ to do as they can.
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As the soul is to act faith for a possibility, that Christ can; so it is to act faith for a probability that he wil.
As the soul is to act faith for a possibility, that christ can; so it is to act faith for a probability that he will.
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The soul must not say, that Christ hath forgotten to be kind; or that his mercies are cleane gone:
The soul must not say, that christ hath forgotten to be kind; or that his Mercies Are clean gone:
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No, it must beleeve, that there are some thoughts of it still: and that yet there is a mercy in store.
No, it must believe, that there Are Some thoughts of it still: and that yet there is a mercy in store.
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Mind David in Psalm. 40 ult. I am poor and needy; what then? see what followes;
Mind David in Psalm. 40 ult. I am poor and needy; what then? see what follows;
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yet the Lord thinketh on me. yet the Lord Thinketh on me.
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Surely, (O sad soule) thou must not say (as Zion did) my God hath forgotten me, i.e. altogether cast thee off:
Surely, (Oh sad soul) thou must not say (as Zion did) my God hath forgotten me, i.e. altogether cast thee off:
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No, thou must beleeve, that yet he thinketh (at least) of thee.
No, thou must believe, that yet he Thinketh (At least) of thee.
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His heart retaines some love, and yet there is some inclination in him, to raise and help thee.
His heart retains Some love, and yet there is Some inclination in him, to raise and help thee.
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But now to come higher, if the soule bee come up here, to beleeve these particulars, it must goe further, to beleeve some Specialls. As
But now to come higher, if the soul be come up Here, to believe these particulars, it must go further, to believe Some Specials. As
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First, It is not enough to retaine faith in fundamentalls, and to beleeve a power in Christ, (though as to our selves) and an inclinablenesse to raise:
First, It is not enough to retain faith in fundamentals, and to believe a power in christ, (though as to our selves) and an inclinableness to raise:
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But in our dejections, we must act faith, that yet Christ certainly will help, and raise us.
But in our dejections, we must act faith, that yet christ Certainly will help, and raise us.
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David saith, hee shall yet praise God as health, i. e. as his healer.David Says, he shall yet praise God as health, i. e. as his healer.
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After two dayes he [ WILL ] revive us, and the third day he [ WILL ] raise us up, and we [ SHALL ] live in his sight, Hos. 6.2. Mind it, the Church beleeves it certaine (though she leave God to his time) he will, and wee shall. Dejected hearts, you must beleeve Christ will raise you:After two days he [ WILL ] revive us, and the third day he [ WILL ] raise us up, and we [ SHALL ] live in his sighed, Hos. 6.2. Mind it, the Church believes it certain (though she leave God to his time) he will, and we shall. Dejected hearts, you must believe christ will raise you:
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Though you bee downe, yet you shall arise (as it is Mich. 7.8.) here then is the first speciall step you must ascend, in the acting of faith, you must beleeve you shall bee helped.
Though you be down, yet you shall arise (as it is Mich. 7.8.) Here then is the First special step you must ascend, in the acting of faith, you must believe you shall be helped.
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Breath O soule upon this stair, for you must go higher. Secondly, You must beleeve, That even in your dejections you are not deserted. Breath Oh soul upon this stair, for you must go higher. Secondly, You must believe, That even in your dejections you Are not deserted.
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It was Pauls faith, though Israel were low, yet God had not cast them off, Rom. 11.1.
It was Paul's faith, though Israel were low, yet God had not cast them off, Rom. 11.1.
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Dejected heart, Christ is with thee in thy dejections, he hath not left thee, though thou be low? Israel hath not been forsaken,
Dejected heart, christ is with thee in thy dejections, he hath not left thee, though thou be low? Israel hath not been forsaken,
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nor Judah of his God, &c. Jer. 51.5. you must beleeve Christ is with you though you are not aware of it:nor Judah of his God, etc. Jer. 51.5. you must believe christ is with you though you Are not aware of it:
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David did thus, neverthelesse I am continually with thee, thou hast holden me by my right hand, Psal. 73.23.David did thus, nevertheless I am continually with thee, thou hast held me by my right hand, Psalm 73.23.
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Though Davids foote did slip, yet God was with him, So Christ is with thee,
Though Davids foot did slip, yet God was with him, So christ is with thee,
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though under the disguise of thy dejection, (O cast downe soule) and thou must beleeve this, even in thy deepest dejections. Further,
though under the disguise of thy dejection, (Oh cast down soul) and thou must believe this, even in thy Deepest dejections. Further,
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Thirdly, You must beleive that you shall confesse all your doubtings to the contrary, as your failing.
Thirdly, You must believe that you shall confess all your doubtings to the contrary, as your failing.
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Thou art apt to question Power, and to doubt Will;
Thou art apt to question Power, and to doubt Will;
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Thou art ready to say, I am cut off, and cast out, and I shall go all my dayes in bitternesse, &c. well,
Thou art ready to say, I am Cut off, and cast out, and I shall go all my days in bitterness, etc. well,
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when thy sorrow hath thus vented it selfe, thou must beleeve its thy sinne, and that one day thou shalt with shame confesse it.
when thy sorrow hath thus vented it self, thou must believe its thy sin, and that one day thou shalt with shame confess it.
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I said in mine hast I am cut off from before thine eyes. David said so, but he confesseth it was in his hast, Psalm. 31.22. H•man did the like, after he had vented himselfe sadly;I said in mine haste I am Cut off from before thine eyes. David said so, but he Confesses it was in his haste, Psalm. 31.22. H•man did the like, After he had vented himself sadly;
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will the Lord cast off for ever? hath he forgotten to be gracious? &c. And I said (pray mind it) this is my infirmity. Ps. 77.10. He said this and that, but he confessed what he said, was in his weaknesse.will the Lord cast off for ever? hath he forgotten to be gracious? etc. And I said (pray mind it) this is my infirmity. Ps. 77.10. He said this and that, but he confessed what he said, was in his weakness.
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I told you in the opening of the Text, the word translated I shal praise, might be translated I shal confesse (as Dan. 9.1. Ezra 9, 2. &c.) And certainely, whatever your sadnesse bee now in your dejection;
I told you in the opening of the Text, the word translated I shall praise, might be translated I shall confess (as Dan. 9.1. Ezra 9, 2. etc.) And Certainly, whatever your sadness be now in your dejection;
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you must beleeve that one day you shall confesse much of it (at least) to be your weaknesse. you must believe that one day you shall confess much of it (At least) to be your weakness.
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It may be (O soule) thou sayest this is high: True, Yet your faith must ascend higher. For
It may be (Oh soul) thou Sayest this is high: True, Yet your faith must ascend higher. For
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Fourthly, You should act your faith, and beleeve you shall yet see God, as your God.
Fourthly, You should act your faith, and believe you shall yet see God, as your God.
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The precept is in Isai. 51. to trust upon God as ours;
The precept is in Isaiah 51. to trust upon God as ours;
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let him trust upon [ his ] God: This is more, its more to beleeve an interest in God, then helpe from God, yet this thou must beleeve (O sad soule!) David saith here, that he shal yet praise him (marke his phrase,let him trust upon [ his ] God: This is more, its more to believe an Interest in God, then help from God, yet this thou must believe (Oh sad soul!) David Says Here, that he shall yet praise him (mark his phrase,
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and saith) I my God; not only, as the health of my countenance i. e.
and Says) I my God; not only, as the health of my countenance i. e.
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as my healer, and raiser, &c. but, as my God. You must beleeve in your lowest dejection God is still yours,
as my healer, and raiser, etc. but, as my God. You must believe in your lowest dejection God is still yours,
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though thy condition be low, yet thy interest is not lost. Fifthly, You must beleeve that a singing time is comming, notwithstanding present casting downe:
though thy condition be low, yet thy Interest is not lost. Fifthly, You must believe that a singing time is coming, notwithstanding present casting down:
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You must remember your Songs of old, and beleeve you shall yet sing them againe.
You must Remember your Songs of old, and believe you shall yet sing them again.
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I shall yet praise him (saith our text) though now thou sigh, yet thou shalt sing; your sorrow shall be turned into joy;I shall yet praise him (Says our text) though now thou sighs, yet thou shalt sing; your sorrow shall be turned into joy;
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you now sit disconsolate, and your Harp is now hung by the Willowes; your strings are now broke, and your spirit is now heavy,
you now fit disconsolate, and your Harp is now hung by the Willows; your strings Are now broke, and your Spirit is now heavy,
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but yet you must beleeve joy shall returne, and that one day you shall take your Harp, and tune it againe,
but yet you must believe joy shall return, and that one day you shall take your Harp, and tune it again,
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and sing your old (yea and a new ) song upon your chiefest Instruments. Lastly, You must beleeve that this shall be so eminent, that Sathan shall see it, and be ashamed;
and sing your old (yea and a new) song upon your chiefest Instruments. Lastly, You must believe that this shall be so eminent, that Sathan shall see it, and be ashamed;
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now Sathan triumphs in thy sadnesse, and saith, Where is thy God? You must beleeve that your God is still present,
now Sathan Triumphos in thy sadness, and Says, Where is thy God? You must believe that your God is still present,
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and that ere long he wil so appeare, as that Sathan shall be ashamed of what he hath said against thy God, and thee;
and that ere long he will so appear, as that Sathan shall be ashamed of what he hath said against thy God, and thee;
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thus the Church saith, Micha 7.10. Then she that is mine enemy shall see it, and shame shall cover her which said unto me, Where is the Lord thy God? There is a day a comming in which thou shalt say, Loe, this is my God, I have waited for him.
thus the Church Says, Micah 7.10. Then she that is mine enemy shall see it, and shame shall cover her which said unto me, Where is the Lord thy God? There is a day a coming in which thou shalt say, Lo, this is my God, I have waited for him.
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Put all these things together, and they make up such a crede as this, which thou (O soule) mayest say in thy deepest dejections.
Put all these things together, and they make up such a crede as this, which thou (Oh soul) Mayest say in thy Deepest dejections.
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I beleeve still all that I did of my God, and Christ, of the Scriptures, and holinesse; I believe still all that I did of my God, and christ, of the Scriptures, and holiness;
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and I yet beleeve that there is a power in God that he can help, and that not only in others cases, but in my owne;
and I yet believe that there is a power in God that he can help, and that not only in Others cases, but in my own;
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yea, and I beleeve that he is inclinable and willing:
yea, and I believe that he is inclinable and willing:
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Nay, I beleeve certainly the resurrection of my dejected heart, and Christs presence even in this dejection;
Nay, I believe Certainly the resurrection of my dejected heart, and Christ presence even in this dejection;
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yea, I beleeve I shall one day confesse my present feares to be my failings,
yea, I believe I shall one day confess my present fears to be my failings,
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when I shall see God, and Christ againe as mine, and when I shall sing a new song of praise,
when I shall see God, and christ again as mine, and when I shall sing a new song of praise,
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and salvation, even in the sight of, and to the shame of Sathan. and salvation, even in the sighed of, and to the shame of Sathan.
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Thus, O soule, thou must beleeve even in thy deepest dejection, when thou art cast downe lowest, and seest God least.
Thus, Oh soul, thou must believe even in thy Deepest dejection, when thou art cast down lowest, and See God least.
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CHAP. 4. The grounds and reasons of this Doctrine, and duty of thus beleeving in dejections.
CHAP. 4. The grounds and Reasons of this Doctrine, and duty of thus believing in dejections.
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YOu have now seene the explication of the duty wherein it lyes, you shall now see the reasons thereof, viz. why a dejected soule should act his faith even at the lowest, &c.
YOu have now seen the explication of the duty wherein it lies, you shall now see the Reasons thereof, viz. why a dejected soul should act his faith even At the lowest, etc.
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First, Because its the nature of faith thus to ▪ doe; Faith doth suppose straights, and difficulties, and yet over-comes them all.
First, Because its the nature of faith thus to ▪ doe; Faith does suppose straights, and difficulties, and yet overcomes them all.
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The Apostle tells us, that hope that is seene is not hope, Rom. 8, 24. i. e.
The Apostle tells us, that hope that is seen is not hope, Rom. 8, 24. i. e.
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Its in the very nature of hope to suppose an invisibility of its object, for what a man seeth why doth he yet hope for, as tis there:
Its in the very nature of hope to suppose an invisibility of its Object, for what a man sees why does he yet hope for, as this there:
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In like manner, faith, in that which is visible is not faith.
In like manner, faith, in that which is visible is not faith.
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You finde in Scripture this definition of faith, That it is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. Heb. 11.1. observe it, faith (as hope) supposeth its object not seene, or not in sight;
You find in Scripture this definition of faith, That it is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. Hebrew 11.1. observe it, faith (as hope) Supposeth its Object not seen, or not in sighed;
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and yet when the thing is not seene, then it substantiates, and realizeth the things as if they were. Dejected soules!
and yet when the thing is not seen, then it substantiates, and realizeth the things as if they were. Dejected Souls!
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you say you are cast low, your pit is very darke, and you see nothing; now you must beleeve, for its the nature of faith to evidence, and cleare up,
you say you Are cast low, your pit is very dark, and you see nothing; now you must believe, for its the nature of faith to evidence, and clear up,
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and cleave to things in the darke:
and cleave to things in the dark:
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Now thou seest nothing, now thou shouldest beleeve, and in thy faith see all things, and conclude of them as certaine.
Now thou See nothing, now thou Shouldst believe, and in thy faith see all things, and conclude of them as certain.
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Though thou be cast downe, yet thou must see raising up, and beleeve it. Secondly, To beleeve in your deep dejections cleares the strength of faith;
Though thou be cast down, yet thou must see raising up, and believe it. Secondly, To believe in your deep dejections clears the strength of faith;
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Thomas his faith was weake, when he would not beleeve except he saw:Thomas his faith was weak, when he would not believe except he saw:
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Except I shall see in his hands the print of the nailes, &c. I will not beleeve, Joh 20.25. Soule!Except I shall see in his hands the print of the nails, etc. I will not believe, John 20.25. Soul!
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thy faith is weake, if thou say, Ile not beleeve because I see nothing.
thy faith is weak, if thou say, I'll not believe Because I see nothing.
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Blessed are they which have not seene (saith Christ) and yet have beleeved. It were a blessed signe that thy faith is strong, couldest thou beleeve now thou art lowest, and seest God least;Blessed Are they which have not seen (Says christ) and yet have believed. It were a blessed Signen that thy faith is strong, Couldst thou believe now thou art lowest, and See God least;
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it is an easie thing to swim with Bladders, but it argues skil and strength to swim without.
it is an easy thing to swim with Bladders, but it argues skill and strength to swim without.
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It argued the Disciples faith to be but small, that in the great storme they could not beleeve;
It argued the Disciples faith to be but small, that in the great storm they could not believe;
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and now thou art dejected it wil argue but weake faith, if now thou wilt not beleeve.
and now thou art dejected it will argue but weak faith, if now thou wilt not believe.
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As he who fainteth in the day of adversity, gives notice his strength is but weake;
As he who fainteth in the day of adversity, gives notice his strength is but weak;
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so he who doubteth in the day of dejection, declares his faith is not strong:
so he who doubteth in the day of dejection, declares his faith is not strong:
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Now it should be your wisdome to witnesse the strength of your faith, by your beleeving when you are lowest.
Now it should be your Wisdom to witness the strength of your faith, by your believing when you Are lowest.
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Thirdly, Christ is pleased to take this way of bringing the soule low, when he intends to lift it high.
Thirdly, christ is pleased to take this Way of bringing the soul low, when he intends to lift it high.
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Your dejection is Christs way to bring you to exaltation.
Your dejection is Christ Way to bring you to exaltation.
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Why should not I beleeve a thing when I am in the way to it? If I am in the way to glory, and life;
Why should not I believe a thing when I am in the Way to it? If I am in the Way to glory, and life;
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and immortality, and peace, and joy, and healing, &c. I say, if I am in the way to these things,
and immortality, and peace, and joy, and healing, etc. I say, if I am in the Way to these things,
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why should I not beleeve them? Why (soul) the way of lifting up is casting downe,
why should I not believe them? Why (soul) the Way of lifting up is casting down,
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and now you are in the way you ought to beleeve;and now you Are in the Way you ought to believe;
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Josephs Dungeon was Gods way to his setting him second in Aegypt; Davids flight, and feare before Saul, was Gods way to bring him to the Throne:Josephs Dungeon was God's Way to his setting him second in Egypt; Davids flight, and Fear before Saul, was God's Way to bring him to the Throne:
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When David was in his greatest feare (that he said he should dye by the hands of Saul ) then was he within few steps of the Throne;
When David was in his greatest Fear (that he said he should die by the hands of Saul) then was he within few steps of the Throne;
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and when thou art most cast downe, ready to dye in the pit, then is Christ nearest to pull thee out;
and when thou art most cast down, ready to die in the pit, then is christ nearest to pull thee out;
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and surely (O soule) the nearer Christ is to deliver thee out of, the stronger should thy faith be in dejections.
and surely (Oh soul) the nearer christ is to deliver thee out of, the Stronger should thy faith be in dejections.
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You now see reasons for the point, its not so irrationall as unbeleef makes it, to act faith when we are most dejected.
You now see Reasons for the point, its not so irrational as unbelief makes it, to act faith when we Are most dejected.
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CHAP. 5. One improvement of this Doctrine to informe the judgement.
CHAP. 5. One improvement of this Doctrine to inform the judgement.
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YOu heare now, that times of dejection are to be times of faith, when the soule is lowest it is to beleeve.
YOu hear now, that times of dejection Are to be times of faith, when the soul is lowest it is to believe.
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Pray be informed hereby, to know when faith is seasonable; you may mistake much, if you thinke that dejection is,
prey be informed hereby, to know when faith is seasonable; you may mistake much, if you think that dejection is,
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or may be a time for doubting: No, it is the season of faith.
or may be a time for doubting: No, it is the season of faith.
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Some soules thinke, that if the promise be cleare, if experience be rich, if hints are many,
some Souls think, that if the promise be clear, if experience be rich, if hints Are many,
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and taste is sweet, O now surely they are to beleeve; now is a time of faith.
and taste is sweet, Oh now surely they Are to believe; now is a time of faith.
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It is true, now is a time for faith to lay in, and store up.
It is true, now is a time for faith to lay in, and store up.
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But suppose the Promise is darke, experience poore, hints none, taste dry, &c. suppose all is darke, and there appeares nothing;
But suppose the Promise is dark, experience poor, hints none, taste dry, etc. suppose all is dark, and there appears nothing;
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know that this is a time for faith to come, and lay forth it selfe, for the soules settlement;
know that this is a time for faith to come, and lay forth it self, for the Souls settlement;
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you mistake the matter (O soule) if you thinke times of dejection to be times only for patience;
you mistake the matter (Oh soul) if you think times of dejection to be times only for patience;
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no, they are times also for faith:
no, they Are times also for faith:
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Yea, and in case you beleeve not, you wil not (indeed cannot) be patient.
Yea, and in case you believe not, you will not (indeed cannot) be patient.
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Suppose thou art very low, and cryest loud, and God answereth not; suppose Conscience accuseth, Sathan triumphs, and Christ appeare not;
Suppose thou art very low, and Christ loud, and God Answers not; suppose Conscience Accuseth, Sathan Triumphos, and christ appear not;
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suppose it darke, that the Sunne shine not, and there be no Starre.
suppose it dark, that the Sun shine not, and there be no Star.
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Suppose thou looke on the left hand, where Christ workes (for casting downe is a left-hand work) but thou canst not behold him;
Suppose thou look on the left hand, where christ works (for casting down is a Left hand work) but thou Canst not behold him;
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yea, and suppose (O soule) he hideth himselfe on the right hand, that thou canst not see him.
yea, and suppose (Oh soul) he Hideth himself on the right hand, that thou Canst not see him.
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Is thy case thus, as Jobs was (chap. 23.9.) know now it is a time not only to exercise Jobs patience (in bearing) but to act Jobs faith, in beleeving.
Is thy case thus, as Jobs was (chap. 23.9.) know now it is a time not only to exercise Jobs patience (in bearing) but to act Jobs faith, in believing.
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Every Grace (O soule) hath its season, and Faith is in its season in a dejected state;
Every Grace (Oh soul) hath its season, and Faith is in its season in a dejected state;
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yea Christ expects it from us, that we beleeve in him then when our hearts are most disquieted.
yea christ expects it from us, that we believe in him then when our hearts Are most disquieted.
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The hearts of his Disciples were troubled, (cast downe) and dejected, and yet he bids them beleeve, Job. 14.1.
The hearts of his Disciples were troubled, (cast down) and dejected, and yet he bids them believe, Job. 14.1.
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Whom having not seen ye love, though now you see him not, yet ye beleeve, saith Peter, (1 Epist. chap. 1. vers. 8.) It is Christs time to be not only loved by you, but trusted upon,
Whom having not seen you love, though now you see him not, yet you believe, Says Peter, (1 Epistle chap. 1. vers. 8.) It is Christ time to be not only loved by you, but trusted upon,
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and beleeved in when you see him not.
and believed in when you see him not.
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And in order unto the triall of this it is, that sometime Christ sees it needfull (as it is there, ver. 6.) to let you be in heavinesse through manifold temptations; I beseech you now improve this Doctrine, to informe your judgements in the time of faith, Christ (O soule) wil bring thee low ere he doe raise thee up,
And in order unto the trial of this it is, that sometime christ sees it needful (as it is there, ver. 6.) to let you be in heaviness through manifold temptations; I beseech you now improve this Doctrine, to inform your Judgments in the time of faith, christ (Oh soul) will bring thee low ere he do raise thee up,
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and while thou art low, he expects to see thee raising thy selfe by faith.
and while thou art low, he expects to see thee raising thy self by faith.
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Quest. But why doth Christ thus? why doth he cast downe his poore creature, ere he lift it up? why takes he this course to exercise my faith?Quest. But why does christ thus? why does he cast down his poor creature, ere he lift it up? why Takes he this course to exercise my faith?
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Ans. I. Its thy duty (O soule) rather to doe, then dispute; rather strive to beleeve, then to question his dealing. But yet,Ans. I Its thy duty (Oh soul) rather to do, then dispute; rather strive to believe, then to question his dealing. But yet,
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2 Know O soule, Christ hath more ends then one in casting thee downe, and making that his way for his comfort, and thy faith;
2 Know Oh soul, christ hath more ends then one in casting thee down, and making that his Way for his Comfort, and thy faith;
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he hath more then one ground for this. First, Hereby Christ cleares his grace to thy soule;
he hath more then one ground for this. First, Hereby christ clears his grace to thy soul;
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he brings thee low, and shuts thee up under unbeleefe, that he might make thee see his raising is meere mercy, as it is, Rom. 11.32.
he brings thee low, and shuts thee up under unbelief, that he might make thee see his raising is mere mercy, as it is, Rom. 11.32.
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If Christ let thee be ready to doubt, and dye ere he raise thee, thou wilt see it was free grace only which moved him to helpe thee;
If christ let thee be ready to doubt, and die ere he raise thee, thou wilt see it was free grace only which moved him to help thee;
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now that thou maist see this, he lets thee be most cast downe ere he come to exalt thee.
now that thou Mayest see this, he lets thee be most cast down ere he come to exalt thee.
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Secondly, By this Christ helps thy taste, to relish mercy in its full sweetnesse.
Secondly, By this christ helps thy taste, to relish mercy in its full sweetness.
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To be ready to starve with hunger, and dye of thirst, and then to have bread and drinke;
To be ready to starve with hunger, and die of thirst, and then to have bred and drink;
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this makes it relish the sweetnesse of both.
this makes it relish the sweetness of both.
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That Christ may cause thee to tast his love (in thy raising) the sweeter, he uses to let thee lye low,
That christ may cause thee to taste his love (in thy raising) the Sweeten, he uses to let thee lie low,
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and be much cast downe, ere he come, &c. Thirdly, Christ hath a designe upon his owne glory, in thy deep dejection:
and be much cast down, ere he come, etc. Thirdly, christ hath a Design upon his own glory, in thy deep dejection:
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He not only lookes to evidence the strength of thy faith, but the brightnesse of his owne glory, by making thee almost sinke in dejections ere he raise thee;
He not only looks to evidence the strength of thy faith, but the brightness of his own glory, by making thee almost sink in dejections ere he raise thee;
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it wil argue glorious power, and deep wisdome, to raise a soule lost in its selfe:
it will argue glorious power, and deep Wisdom, to raise a soul lost in its self:
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So that now, O soule, if thou canst but beleeve, thou shalt see the glory of Christ, as it is, Joh. 11.40. wherefore then doe not stand questioning, why doth Christ bring thee low, and make that a time of faith. But up, and act;
So that now, Oh soul, if thou Canst but believe, thou shalt see the glory of christ, as it is, John 11.40. Wherefore then do not stand questioning, why does christ bring thee low, and make that a time of faith. But up, and act;
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say, Indeed I am cast downe, and disquieted, I am in the darke, and see no light, I am low,
say, Indeed I am cast down, and disquieted, I am in the dark, and see no Light, I am low,
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and know not how to raise my selfe, yet now Ile beleeve, for this my dejection is to be a time of beleeving. and know not how to raise my self, yet now I'll believe, for this my dejection is to be a time of believing.
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Verily thou art a God that hidest thy selfe, O God of Israel, the Saviour, Isa. 45.15. God was hid, yea he hid himselfe;
Verily thou art a God that hidest thy self, Oh God of Israel, the Saviour, Isaiah 45.15. God was hid, yea he hid himself;
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yet marke it, now the Church acteth her faith, Israel shall be saved with an everlasting salvation, ver. 17.
yet mark it, now the Church Acts her faith, Israel shall be saved with an everlasting salvation, ver. 17.
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See (O soule) God hid himselfe, Israel could not see his Saviour, nor the way of his salvation (for both were hid) yet even now faith saith, Israel shall be saved.
See (Oh soul) God hid himself, Israel could not see his Saviour, nor the Way of his salvation (for both were hid) yet even now faith Says, Israel shall be saved.
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Well, here is the first improvement of this Doctrine, let it reforme a mistake, and informe the judgement in this truth, that times of low dejections are not only times of patience,
Well, Here is the First improvement of this Doctrine, let it reform a mistake, and inform the judgement in this truth, that times of low dejections Are not only times of patience,
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but they are times of faith. but they Are times of faith.
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CHAP. 6. The maine use, perswading and directing soules to beleeve in their deepest dejections. DEjected hearts, you heare your worke and duty, pray fall about it;
CHAP. 6. The main use, persuading and directing Souls to believe in their Deepest dejections. DEjected hearts, you hear your work and duty, pray fallen about it;
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you are cast downe, you lye low, and see little, wel, beleive; say, I shall yet praise God, for all this;
you Are cast down, you lie low, and see little, well, believe; say, I shall yet praise God, for all this;
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I shall see him as the health of my countenance, and my God. I beseech you, know your duty in all its parts, as I formerly opened.
I shall see him as the health of my countenance, and my God. I beseech you, know your duty in all its parts, as I formerly opened.
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First, Hold fast your first faith, doe not call all into question because of dejection; whatever thou didst beleeve before, beleeve it now.
First, Hold fast your First faith, do not call all into question Because of dejection; whatever thou didst believe before, believe it now.
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Secondly, Doe not question the power of Christ; say not thy case is incurable;
Secondly, Do not question the power of christ; say not thy case is incurable;
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beleeve it, there is Balme yet in Gilead: Act thy faith upon a possibility in the hand of Christ,
believe it, there is Balm yet in Gilead: Act thy faith upon a possibility in the hand of christ,
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yea, and upon a probability in his heart to help thee;
yea, and upon a probability in his heart to help thee;
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but rest not here, remember your faith must ascend higher, for you must more especially beleeve. 1 That Christ will raise thee.
but rest not Here, Remember your faith must ascend higher, for you must more especially believe. 1 That christ will raise thee.
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2 That he is still with thee (though thou see him not.) 3 That you shall confesse all your doubtings to be failings. 2 That he is still with thee (though thou see him not.) 3 That you shall confess all your doubtings to be failings.
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4 That yet Christ wil appeare as yours.
4 That yet christ will appear as yours.
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5 That the time shall come that you shall sing all this in a Song of praise,
5 That the time shall come that you shall sing all this in a Song of praise,
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yea, and 6 That Satan shall see this and be ashamed, yea, and thy owne heart too. yea, and 6 That Satan shall see this and be ashamed, yea, and thy own heart too.
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Here is your duty, now up, ascend this Ladder, remember to begin at the lowest staffe first; ascend thy soule by degrees;
Here is your duty, now up, ascend this Ladder, Remember to begin At the lowest staff First; ascend thy soul by Degrees;
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breath over every step, or staire, and then strive to goe higher. Doe not make thy worke harder then it would be.
breath over every step, or stair, and then strive to go higher. Do not make thy work harder then it would be.
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Conquer thy unbeleefe by holy craft. First, beleeve one particular, then another: Doe not strive for the highest act first.
Conquer thy unbelief by holy craft. First, believe one particular, then Another: Do not strive for the highest act First.
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Beleeve first a possibility, then a probability, then a certainty. Many soules cry out, they cannot beleeve certainly they shall be raised;
Believe First a possibility, then a probability, then a certainty. Many Souls cry out, they cannot believe Certainly they shall be raised;
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I would have these beleeve it probable first.
I would have these believe it probable First.
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Remember to beleeve, that Christ thinketh on thee, come up by degrees to the height of faith;
remember to believe, that christ Thinketh on thee, come up by Degrees to the height of faith;
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so wilt thou come by degrees to the fulnesse of assurance: I shall presse this practicall Doctrine. By 1 Motives. 2 Meanes.
so wilt thou come by Degrees to the fullness of assurance: I shall press this practical Doctrine. By 1 Motives. 2 Means.
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First, Consider that this faith is that which Christ eminently pronounceth blessed;
First, Consider that this faith is that which christ eminently pronounceth blessed;
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To beleeve then when the soule is dejected, and in the darke, and sees not, is a blessed thing,
To believe then when the soul is dejected, and in the dark, and sees not, is a blessed thing,
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and argues a very blessed frame of Spirit;
and argues a very blessed frame of Spirit;
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Jesus (said unto Thomas ) Because thou hast seen me, thou hast beleeved, blessed are they who have not seen, and YET beleeved, Joh. 20.29.
jesus (said unto Thomas) Because thou hast seen me, thou hast believed, blessed Are they who have not seen, and YET believed, John 20.29.
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I doe not doubt, but that Thomas was truly blessed, though he said, he would not (and as it seems, he did not) beleeve before he saw; but yet Christ declares him,
I do not doubt, but that Thomas was truly blessed, though he said, he would not (and as it seems, he did not) believe before he saw; but yet christ declares him,
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or she, to be eminently blessed, that beleeve and see not.
or she, to be eminently blessed, that believe and see not.
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Minde it ye (sad soules) who cry out, you are dejected low, and see nothing;
Mind it you (sad Souls) who cry out, you Are dejected low, and see nothing;
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if now you can beleeve, you are in a blessed state, yea you are eminently blessed,
if now you can believe, you Are in a blessed state, yea you Are eminently blessed,
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how ever deeply dejected, if you can but now act your faith.
how ever deeply dejected, if you can but now act your faith.
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Thy low state is not sad, but blessed (O beleeving soule) He that beleeves hath a witnesse in himself (& by the authority of Christ, inabled to conclude) that he is blessed.
Thy low state is not sad, but blessed (Oh believing soul) He that believes hath a witness in himself (& by the Authority of christ, enabled to conclude) that he is blessed.
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Wouldest thou (O soule) be blessed? yea even in thy dejected state, wouldest have a ground (of Christs allowance, and declaration) to say thou art not miserable though cast downe: why then beleeve.
Wouldst thou (Oh soul) be blessed? yea even in thy dejected state, Wouldst have a ground (of Christ allowance, and declaration) to say thou art not miserable though cast down: why then believe.
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Secondly, Beleeving in a state of darknesse, and dejection, gives glory to God.
Secondly, Believing in a state of darkness, and dejection, gives glory to God.
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God is not glorified by the faith of any, so much as by the faith of the dejected:
God is not glorified by the faith of any, so much as by the faith of the dejected:
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When Abraham was (as it were) dead (and so past children) then his beleeving was a glorious faith;
When Abraham was (as it were) dead (and so past children) then his believing was a glorious faith;
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He was strong in faith, giving glory to God, Rom. 4.20. Thou sayest (O dejected soule) let God have glory what ere become of thee; He was strong in faith, giving glory to God, Rom. 4.20. Thou Sayest (Oh dejected soul) let God have glory what ere become of thee;
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Why here is the way to give God glory, act thy faith upon his glorious power, his gracious promise, his good performance, &c. even now in thy low state,
Why Here is the Way to give God glory, act thy faith upon his glorious power, his gracious promise, his good performance, etc. even now in thy low state,
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so shalt thou glorifie him indeed. Though thou be weake, yet beleeve his strength; though thou be unworthy, yet beleeve his grace;
so shalt thou Glorify him indeed. Though thou be weak, yet believe his strength; though thou be unworthy, yet believe his grace;
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though thou art very low, and see very little, yet now beleeve, and account him faithfull, able, ready, willing to raise, help, releeve, and comfort;
though thou art very low, and see very little, yet now believe, and account him faithful, able, ready, willing to raise, help, relieve, and Comfort;
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thus thou shalt give him glory indeed. Thirdly, Beleeving now will ingage God to help; God, and Christ account it an engagement to help, in case the soule beleeve; and relye when at lowest.
thus thou shalt give him glory indeed. Thirdly, Believing now will engage God to help; God, and christ account it an engagement to help, in case the soul believe; and rely when At lowest.
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Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose minde is stayed on thee, because he trusteth in thee, Isa. 26.3. Mark it, because the Lord trusteth, therefore Christ wil keep.Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee, Because he Trusteth in thee, Isaiah 26.3. Mark it, Because the Lord Trusteth, Therefore christ will keep.
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Its true, there is no merit in faith, but yet the Divine mercy counts it an ingagement to helpe:
Its true, there is no merit in faith, but yet the Divine mercy counts it an engagement to help:
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Some have urged this, why they must goe, and needs doe such or such a thing,
some have urged this, why they must go, and needs do such or such a thing,
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because a poore man relyes upon them, and trusts to them, and must and will be undone if they faile him:
Because a poor man relies upon them, and trusts to them, and must and will be undone if they fail him:
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Why, will a man upon that account help, and will not Christ much more? O! will Christ say of a soule that is ready to sinke,
Why, will a man upon that account help, and will not christ much more? OH! will christ say of a soul that is ready to sink,
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and yet relyes on him, and trusts to him.
and yet relies on him, and trusts to him.
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Here is a poore soule that depends on me, and I see must perish if I faile him; Here is a poor soul that depends on me, and I see must perish if I fail him;
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O surely ile not suffer him to faile. Oh surely Isle not suffer him to fail.
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They that trust in the Lord shall never be confounded, the Lord will not be as waters that doe faile, as it is, Jerem. 15.18. My flesh faileth (saith David ) but God is the rock of my health, Psal. 73. Dejected soules!
They that trust in the Lord shall never be confounded, the Lord will not be as waters that do fail, as it is, Jeremiah 15.18. My Flesh Faileth (Says David) but God is the rock of my health, Psalm 73. Dejected Souls!
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would you ingage Christ to raise you? then beleeve, though you are cast downe never so low.
would you engage christ to raise you? then believe, though you Are cast down never so low.
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Lastly, Even very beleeving is our rising when we are cast down;
Lastly, Even very believing is our rising when we Are cast down;
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The soule that beleeves doth rise, and when Christ drawes up our faith, he doth raise us up from our dejected state.
The soul that believes does rise, and when christ draws up our faith, he does raise us up from our dejected state.
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It is with the beleeving soule in his pit of dejection, as with Peter in his Prison;
It is with the believing soul in his pit of dejection, as with Peter in his Prison;
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it is said, the Angel of the Lord smote Peter on the side, saying, Arise; why you know Peter was bound with two chaines, and Peter might have said thus;
it is said, the Angel of the Lord smote Peter on the side, saying, Arise; why you know Peter was bound with two chains, and Peter might have said thus;
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I am bound, how can I rise and goe out? no, Peter doth not object, but beleeves:
I am bound, how can I rise and go out? no, Peter does not Object, but believes:
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He ariseth, and his chains fall off from his hands; marke it, his beleeving doth unbinde him:He arises, and his chains fallen off from his hands; mark it, his believing does unbind him:
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Come, saith the Angel, follow me; Peter might have said, The doore is shut, there is a first and second ward, besides that, there is an Iron Gate fast bard,Come, Says the Angel, follow me; Peter might have said, The door is shut, there is a First and second ward, beside that, there is an Iron Gate fast barred,
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and there are Keepers that keepe the doore: No, Peter reasons not thus, But he beleeves, and goes;
and there Are Keepers that keep the door: No, Peter Reasons not thus, But he believes, and Goes;
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and the doores open of themselves, the very Iron Gate of its owne accord gives way, and the Keepers are kept under sleep from opposing.and the doors open of themselves, the very Iron Gate of its own accord gives Way, and the Keepers Are kept under sleep from opposing.
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See, Peters faith doth all, it opens the doores, and brings him forth, Acts 12. So (O soule) doe thou beleeve, Arise (O dejected soule) doe not say, I am bound with chaines of difficulties,
See, Peter's faith does all, it Opens the doors, and brings him forth, Acts 12. So (Oh soul) do thou believe, Arise (Oh dejected soul) do not say, I am bound with chains of difficulties,
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and bolted up under doores of doubtings; and bolted up under doors of doubtings;
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but up, beleeve, thy very beleeving is (at least) thy rising posture, and thy doore-opening hand.
but up, believe, thy very believing is (At least) thy rising posture, and thy doore-opening hand.
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O doe not stand objecting, reasoning, or questioning, but beleeve, as hath been opened.
O do not stand objecting, reasoning, or questioning, but believe, as hath been opened.
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Peradventure by this thy soule is made willing to stirre, and now thou only desirest advice to help thee,
Peradventure by this thy soul is made willing to stir, and now thou only Desirest Advice to help thee,
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and for that take these directions. 1 Beware of that which will hinder thy faith, and rather keep thee down then raise thee up.
and for that take these directions. 1 Beware of that which will hinder thy faith, and rather keep thee down then raise thee up.
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2 Consider that which may strengthen thy soule in thy beleeving, notwithstanding thy low condition. First, Take heed of that which will rather hinder then help your faith.
2 Consider that which may strengthen thy soul in thy believing, notwithstanding thy low condition. First, Take heed of that which will rather hinder then help your faith.
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Viz. Of concluding any thing from 1 Sence. 2 Selfe. 3 Sathan. 4 Seeming rejection.
Viz. Of concluding any thing from 1 Sense. 2 Self. 3 Sathan. 4 Seeming rejection.
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These things eyed too much are dangerous, and conclusions drawne from them, are destructive unto faith;
These things eyed too much Are dangerous, and conclusions drawn from them, Are destructive unto faith;
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therefore take heed of them all; As First, Beware of concluding any thing from present sence;
Therefore take heed of them all; As First, Beware of concluding any thing from present sense;
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Sence is an opposite to reason sometimes, but to faith it is an enemy alwaies; hence it is that Paul and Timothy did, and we should, walk not by sence,
Sense is an opposite to reason sometime, but to faith it is an enemy always; hence it is that Paul and Timothy did, and we should, walk not by sense,
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but by faith, 2 Cor. 5 At present (O soule) thou sayest, Thou seest nothing but wrath, thou feelest nothing but sorrow, thou hearest nothing but threatning, &c. take heed thou conclude not thy state by thy sence:
but by faith, 2 Cor. 5 At present (Oh soul) thou Sayest, Thou See nothing but wrath, thou Feel nothing but sorrow, thou Hearst nothing but threatening, etc. take heed thou conclude not thy state by thy sense:
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A state sensibly bad, may be really good, as a state seemingly good, may be substantially bad. A state sensibly bad, may be really good, as a state seemingly good, may be substantially bad.
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As the seared Consciences of Reprobates, so the scrupulous Consciences of Saints are not fit, nor able to make right conclusions.
As the seared Consciences of Reprobates, so the scrupulous Consciences of Saints Are not fit, nor able to make right conclusions.
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What though (at present) Sence present nothing so much as in order to a cure, yet cured thou shalt be;
What though (At present) Sense present nothing so much as in order to a cure, yet cured thou shalt be;
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God creates light out of darknesse, and shines into our hearts to give us the light of the knowledge of himselfe in the face of Christ, as it is, 2 Cor. 4.6.God creates Light out of darkness, and shines into our hearts to give us the Light of the knowledge of himself in the face of christ, as it is, 2 Cor. 4.6.
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Though at present thou art sensible of nothing but darknesse, yet God may create a light out of that.
Though At present thou art sensible of nothing but darkness, yet God may create a Light out of that.
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Beware of concluding any thing from present sence or feeling. Yea, Beware of eying it tso much;
Beware of concluding any thing from present sense or feeling. Yea, Beware of Eyeing it tso much;
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looke off from what thou seest, and art sensible of, unto that thou seest not; We faint not (said the Apostle) Why? marke it:
look off from what thou See, and art sensible of, unto that thou See not; We faint not (said the Apostle) Why? mark it:
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We looke not at the things Which we see, but at the things which we see not, 2 Cor. 4.16.18.We look not At the things Which we see, but At the things which we see not, 2 Cor. 4.16.18.
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Secondly, Consider not selfe; Selfe is alwaies insufficient as to holy worke, or joy; If thou conclude from the consideration of selfe, thy conclusion wil be false.
Secondly, Consider not self; Self is always insufficient as to holy work, or joy; If thou conclude from the consideration of self, thy conclusion will be false.
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Thou art cast downe, and Childe-like art nor able to rise againe, Selfe cannot raise thy soule;
Thou art cast down, and Childlike art nor able to rise again, Self cannot raise thy soul;
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what then, wilt thou conclude thy soule cannot be raised? O take heed of this, Where selfe is insufficient, Christ is sufficient;
what then, wilt thou conclude thy soul cannot be raised? O take heed of this, Where self is insufficient, christ is sufficient;
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and when we are weake, his power is magnified in our weaknesse. Abraham considered not his owne body now dead, Rom. 4.19. had Abraham considered himself, he had never beleeved for a Sonne;
and when we Are weak, his power is magnified in our weakness. Abraham considered not his own body now dead, Rom. 4.19. had Abraham considered himself, he had never believed for a Son;
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it was Sarahs fault (and the ground of her laughing unbeleefe) she considered her selfe as old, &c. you must not therefore consider selfe as weake; no, let me adde this;
it was Sarahs fault (and the ground of her laughing unbelief) she considered her self as old, etc. you must not Therefore Consider self as weak; no, let me add this;
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you must not consider selfe as sinfull: This may hinder faith.
you must not Consider self as sinful: This may hinder faith.
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As weaknesse to helpe our selves, so unworthinesse to be helped by Christ, is generally the cause of doubting and unbeleefe;
As weakness to help our selves, so unworthiness to be helped by christ, is generally the cause of doubting and unbelief;
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but take heed of both, Abraham beleeved though himselfe was old, yea and though Sarah laughed,
but take heed of both, Abraham believed though himself was old, yea and though Sarah laughed,
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neither his weaknesse, nor her sinne could hinder his faith. Take heed therefore of eying selfe, either as unable, or unworthy:
neither his weakness, nor her sin could hinder his faith. Take heed Therefore of Eyeing self, either as unable, or unworthy:
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Christ is able to raise the weak, yea and willing to lift up the worthlesse soules of cast-down ones.
christ is able to raise the weak, yea and willing to lift up the worthless Souls of castdown ones.
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3. Conclude nothing by Satan, Hee'l tell you of difficulties, and impossibilities, but consider him not.
3. Conclude nothing by Satan, He'll tell you of difficulties, and impossibilities, but Consider him not.
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As Satan makes the proud heart of exalted Babilon think it shal never fal, so he would make the grieved heart of dejected Sion think it shall never rise,
As Satan makes the proud heart of exalted Babylon think it shall never fall, so he would make the grieved heart of dejected Sion think it shall never rise,
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but know, Satan is a Lyar, and who would beleeve an old constant Lyar ▪ Hee'l say, despaire, when Christ saith, hope: But beleeve thou the Lord Jesus,
but know, Satan is a Liar, and who would believe an old constant Liar ▪ He'll say, despair, when christ Says, hope: But believe thou the Lord jesus,
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and slight Satan, be sure to conclude nothing from his suggestions.
and slight Satan, be sure to conclude nothing from his suggestions.
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Obj. But what if Conscience joyne with Satan? what if that witnesse to Satans words, & c?
Object But what if Conscience join with Satan? what if that witness to Satan words, & c?
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Answ. Beleeve not, nor conclude from thy owne Conscience, it is possible that may erre;
Answer Believe not, nor conclude from thy own Conscience, it is possible that may err;
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and looke as the seared Conscience of the wicked erre, and speake peace when there is no ground;
and look as the seared Conscience of the wicked err, and speak peace when there is no ground;
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so the seduced Conscience of the godly may create trouble when there is no cause. Besides, Christ sometimes doth permit Conscience to condemne, to heighten his owne grace in acquitting.
so the seduced Conscience of the godly may create trouble when there is no cause. Beside, christ sometime does permit Conscience to condemn, to heighten his own grace in acquitting.
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It is sometimes in Spirituals, as it is in Temporals, we receive the sentence of death in our selves, that we may not trust in our selves.
It is sometime in Spirituals, as it is in Temporals, we receive the sentence of death in our selves, that we may not trust in our selves.
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Doe not therefore (O dejected soule) conclude of thy cast-down condition from Satans suggestions, no not when backt with thy owne Conscience;
Do not Therefore (Oh dejected soul) conclude of thy castdown condition from Satan suggestions, no not when backed with thy own Conscience;
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care not for Satans condemnation, nay, judge not thine owne selfe, as it is, 1 Cor. 4.3. Lastly, Beware of concluding any thing form present seeming rejections of Christ, Many a cast downe soule cryes;
care not for Satan condemnation, nay, judge not thine own self, as it is, 1 Cor. 4.3. Lastly, Beware of concluding any thing from present seeming rejections of christ, Many a cast down soul cries;
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O Christ seemes to reject mee, and therefore I am lost, and ther's no hope, &c.
Oh christ seems to reject me, and Therefore I am lost, and ther's no hope, etc.
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But mind it (O soule) as a Caution, Though Christ at present seem to reject thee, yet conclude nothing.
But mind it (Oh soul) as a Caution, Though christ At present seem to reject thee, yet conclude nothing.
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Thou knowest (and oh that thou wouldest for this purpose consider well the woman of Canaan. ) Christ at first did seeme to reject her.
Thou Knowest (and o that thou Wouldst for this purpose Consider well the woman of Canaan.) christ At First did seem to reject her.
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I am not sent (said he) but to the lost sheep of the house of Israel.
I am not sent (said he) but to the lost sheep of the house of Israel.
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Nay, he calls her dog, and upon that account denyes her childrens bread: yet you know the issue, Beware therefore of concluding from the present dealings of Christ:
Nay, he calls her dog, and upon that account Denies her Children's bred: yet you know the issue, Beware Therefore of concluding from the present dealings of christ:
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though he seem to reject thee (and let thee lie.) Though he speak as if he meant not to cure thee,
though he seem to reject thee (and let thee lie.) Though he speak as if he meant not to cure thee,
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and call thee dog (as if he would not have to doe with thee) yet beleeve,
and call thee dog (as if he would not have to do with thee) yet believe,
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for all this may be but a shew to try thee, and thy faith.
for all this may be but a show to try thee, and thy faith.
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Its said in the story of the journey of Christs Disciples from Jerusalem to Emaus; that Christ made as though he would have gone further,
Its said in the story of the journey of Christ Disciples from Jerusalem to Emaus; that christ made as though he would have gone further,
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yet upon entreaty, he went in to tarry with them, Luk. 24.28, 29. Christ (O soul) may seem to goe away, when he intends to tarry; Only he lookes for intreaty.
yet upon entreaty, he went in to tarry with them, Luk. 24.28, 29. christ (Oh soul) may seem to go away, when he intends to tarry; Only he looks for entreaty.
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O therefore do not conclude any thing from the present visible seeming rejections of Christ.
O Therefore do not conclude any thing from the present visible seeming rejections of christ.
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He may frowne, and smite, cast off, and reject, cal thee dog, and deny thee a crum:
He may frown, and smite, cast off, and reject, call thee dog, and deny thee a crumb:
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and yet he may intend (and if thou beleeve and waite, will) to imbrace thee,
and yet he may intend (and if thou believe and wait, will) to embrace thee,
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and raise thee up, and to fill thy soule with healing and rejoycing. Having premised these things by way of caution to be taken heed of.
and raise thee up, and to fill thy soul with healing and rejoicing. Having premised these things by Way of caution to be taken heed of.
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I shall now adde one or two positive considerations, for the inabling of the soule, to act his faith even then when it lyeth lowest, and seeth least.
I shall now add one or two positive considerations, for the enabling of the soul, to act his faith even then when it lies lowest, and sees least.
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First, Consider there can be no just ground why thou shouldest not beleeve.
First, Consider there can be no just ground why thou Shouldst not believe.
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As formerly I said, there can be no just ground for our great dispairing casting downe:
As formerly I said, there can be no just ground for our great despairing casting down:
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so now I say, there can be no just ground why we should not beleeve that yet we shall praise God. Tis true, the soule is apt to conceive grounds of dispaire;
so now I say, there can be no just ground why we should not believe that yet we shall praise God. This true, the soul is apt to conceive grounds of despair;
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at least to conclude there are grounds why it should not beleeve. But mind it wel, and you shal see, there is no reason can be given,
At least to conclude there Are grounds why it should not believe. But mind it well, and you shall see, there is no reason can be given,
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why the soule though never so low, and cast downe, should not beleeve its raising up by Christ, and its rejoycing in Christ. For
why the soul though never so low, and cast down, should not believe its raising up by christ, and its rejoicing in christ. For
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First, There is no command or inhibition to the contrary.
First, There is no command or inhibition to the contrary.
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'Tis true, Satan sayes there is an inhibition, but he is a false Prophet, and God never sent him.
It's true, Satan Says there is an inhibition, but he is a false Prophet, and God never sent him.
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The dejected soule cryes out, O I may not, I must not, I dare not beleeve.
The dejected soul cries out, Oh I may not, I must not, I Dare not believe.
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Why (O soule) why must not you beleeve? who said so? when did Christ forbid thee? where is the word that faith, you may not beleeve.
Why (Oh soul) why must not you believe? who said so? when did christ forbid thee? where is the word that faith, you may not believe.
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Nay, is not the Scripture expresse in commanding you to beleeve at all times.
Nay, is not the Scripture express in commanding you to believe At all times.
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Is not this his commandement that we should beleeve on the name of Jesus Christ, 1 Joh. 3.23. See, the Text is positive, why shouldest thou say then, that thou mayest not beleeve.
Is not this his Commandment that we should believe on the name of jesus christ, 1 John 3.23. See, the Text is positive, why Shouldst thou say then, that thou Mayest not believe.
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Secondly, The depth of your dejection, neither is, (nor ought to be) a ground why you should not beleeve.
Secondly, The depth of your dejection, neither is, (nor ought to be) a ground why you should not believe.
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Others have been as low as you, and yet God hath raised them.
Others have been as low as you, and yet God hath raised them.
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Joh, Asaph, Heman, Hezekiah, &c. were much cast down, yet they were raised. One of them cryes out, I am afflicted, and ready to dye, Psal. 88.15. Another cryes out, his spirit was overwhelmed, Psal. 77.3. A third cryes out, I shall never more see the Lord in the land of the living,, Esai. 38.11.John, Asaph, Heman, Hezekiah, etc. were much cast down, yet they were raised. One of them cries out, I am afflicted, and ready to die, Psalm 88.15. another cries out, his Spirit was overwhelmed, Psalm 77.3. A third cries out, I shall never more see the Lord in the land of the living,, Isaiah. 38.11.
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Thus these soules cryed out of their depths:
Thus these Souls cried out of their depths:
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and yet were raised, Be as low as thou doest, or canst imagine, yet thy deepest dejection can be no ground, why thou shouldest not beleeve.
and yet were raised, Be as low as thou dost, or Canst imagine, yet thy Deepest dejection can be no ground, why thou Shouldst not believe.
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Nay, hath not the Lord said that he regards the low estate of his servants. And did not David say, out of the deep I cryed, and he heard me;
Nay, hath not the Lord said that he regards the low estate of his Servants. And did not David say, out of the deep I cried, and he herd me;
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And he brought me up also out of the horrible pit, as it is, Psal. 40.2. Suppose thy pit be very horrible, yet out of that thou mayest bee brought up:And he brought me up also out of the horrible pit, as it is, Psalm 40.2. Suppose thy pit be very horrible, yet out of that thou Mayest be brought up:
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Thirdly, Thy defilement can be no ground why thou shouldest not beleeve, Its not thy dirtinesse (O dejected soule) that should increase thy doubt, or hinder thy faith.
Thirdly, Thy defilement can be no ground why thou Shouldst not believe, Its not thy dirtiness (Oh dejected soul) that should increase thy doubt, or hinder thy faith.
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Christ raises the soul from the dunghill. Yea, he takes it up when it lyes in the Kennel.
christ raises the soul from the dunghill. Yea, he Takes it up when it lies in the Kennel.
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Israel hath not been forsaken, not Judah of his God [ THOUGH ] their land were [ FILLED ] with sin against the Holy one of Israel. Israel hath not been forsaken, not Judah of his God [ THOUGH ] their land were [ FILLED ] with since against the Holy one of Israel.
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Jer: 51: 5. Marke it, though they were filled with sin, yet they were not really (whatever they thought) forsaken of their God.
Jer: 51: 5. Mark it, though they were filled with since, yet they were not really (whatever they Thought) forsaken of their God.
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That Jesus, who dyed for you, when you were dead in sin; wil raise thee, though thou be defiled with sin.
That jesus, who died for you, when you were dead in since; will raise thee, though thou be defiled with since.
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Suppose your soule, as vile a sinner (as Satan represents you) yet remember, Christ dyed for sinners,
Suppose your soul, as vile a sinner (as Satan represents you) yet Remember, christ died for Sinners,
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for ungodly, for enemies, Rom. 5.6, 8, 10. So that thy defilement is no just ground why thou shouldest not beleeve.
for ungodly, for enemies, Rom. 5.6, 8, 10. So that thy defilement is no just ground why thou Shouldst not believe.
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Lastly, Thy former and present doubtings, and unbeleefe, can be no just ground, why you may not beleeve.
Lastly, Thy former and present doubtings, and unbelief, can be no just ground, why you may not believe.
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Admit thou hast doubted long yet thou mayest beleeve at last, Quest. But What will not, doth not my unbeleefe cut me off from the Promise?
Admit thou hast doubted long yet thou Mayest believe At last, Quest. But What will not, does not my unbelief Cut me off from the Promise?
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Answ. No, past unbeleefe is no just hinderance to faith now, Davids former doubting did not hinder his injoyment of the Promise;Answer No, past unbelief is no just hindrance to faith now, Davids former doubting did not hinder his enjoyment of the Promise;
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It is true, he said in his hast (as you doe) He was quite cast out.
It is true, he said in his hast (as you do) He was quite cast out.
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And, that all men were Lyars; he meant the Prophets, who told him of the promises,
And, that all men were Liars; he meant the prophets, who told him of the promises,
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and yet God setled him, notwithstanding his unbeleefe. Thy unbeleefe shall not make voyd Gods faithfulnesse;
and yet God settled him, notwithstanding his unbelief. Thy unbelief shall not make void God's faithfulness;
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doe not say, I have doubted so long, that it is in vaine to beleeve now:
do not say, I have doubted so long, that it is in vain to believe now:
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But remember, O soule, former doubtings shall be remembred no more, if thou beleeve now.
But Remember, Oh soul, former doubtings shall be remembered no more, if thou believe now.
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So that you see, there is no ground to hinder faith, there is neither inhibition by God,
So that you see, there is no ground to hinder faith, there is neither inhibition by God,
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nor is there any warrant in thee why thou shouldest not beleeve;
nor is there any warrant in thee why thou Shouldst not believe;
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neither the depth of thy dejection, nor the degree of thy defilement, nor all thy former doubtings shall hinder Christ from helping;
neither the depth of thy dejection, nor the degree of thy defilement, nor all thy former doubtings shall hinder christ from helping;
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why should they then hinder thee from beleeving? Secondly, Consider the Promises are made to the lowest state;
why should they then hinder thee from believing? Secondly, Consider the Promises Are made to the lowest state;
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soules in the deepest dejection are directly under the Promise:
Souls in the Deepest dejection Are directly under the Promise:
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now if the Promises are thine, made to thee, and to such as thee, why shouldest thou not beleeve? Is thy power quite gone,
now if the Promises Are thine, made to thee, and to such as thee, why Shouldst thou not believe? Is thy power quite gone,
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and is there none left to help thee? Why, that Promise is thine. Deut. 33.36. Art poore and needy, and dost seeke water, and there is none found;
and is there none left to help thee? Why, that Promise is thine. Deuteronomy 33.36. Art poor and needy, and dost seek water, and there is none found;
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yea, doth thy tongue faile for thirst? Then that Promise is thine, Esa. 41.17. Art in the darke, and seest no light? why to thee is that word, Trust on thy God, Isa. 50. last.
yea, does thy tongue fail for thirst? Then that Promise is thine, Isaiah 41.17. Art in the dark, and See not Light? why to thee is that word, Trust on thy God, Isaiah 50. last.
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And though thou sit in the darke, yet thou shalt see light (as Micha, 7.9.) yea and light is sowen for thee, Psal. 96. It may be thou seest it not,
And though thou fit in the dark, yet thou shalt see Light (as Micah, 7.9.) yea and Light is sown for thee, Psalm 96. It may be thou See it not,
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yet it lyes sowne as seed, and wil spring up again. The Lord wil create peace for thee that art farre off from it, Esa 57.17. Search the rich store-house of the Promises, and thou wilt see most of them pointing out their finger to thee.
yet it lies sown as seed, and will spring up again. The Lord will create peace for thee that art Far off from it, Isaiah 57.17. Search the rich storehouse of the Promises, and thou wilt see most of them pointing out their finger to thee.
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Why sayest thou, God hath forgotten thee? Can a Mother forget her children? yea though she can, God will not forget thee, Esa. 49.15.
Why Sayest thou, God hath forgotten thee? Can a Mother forget her children? yea though she can, God will not forget thee, Isaiah 49.15.
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Say not, Thy way is hid from thy God, for he giveth power to the FAINT,
Say not, Thy Way is hid from thy God, for he gives power to the FAINT,
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and to them that have NO MIGHT he increaseth strength, Isa. 40.29: Thus all the Promises speake to thee;and to them that have NO MIGHT he increases strength, Isaiah 40.29: Thus all the Promises speak to thee;
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O beleeve, beleeve saith every Promise, for my sake, and for my sake, &c. Hadst thou but a peradventure, it were ground to hang upon, and it were enough to keep thee from sinking;
Oh believe, believe Says every Promise, for my sake, and for my sake, etc. Hadst thou but a Peradventure, it were ground to hang upon, and it were enough to keep thee from sinking;
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There is a peradventure for the vilest, 2 Tim. 2.25. But thou hast more then a peradventure of healing;
There is a Peradventure for the Vilest, 2 Tim. 2.25. But thou hast more then a Peradventure of healing;
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for it is expresly said, I will heale back-slidings (marke it BACK-SLIDINGS, and I will love freely, Hos. 14.4. up therefore (O cast downe soule) act thy faith, beleeve;
for it is expressly said, I will heal backslidings (mark it BACKSLIDINGS, and I will love freely, Hos. 14.4. up Therefore (Oh cast down soul) act thy faith, believe;
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Christ can, yea and wil help thee, raise thee, and thou shalt praise him, as the health of thy countenance, and as thy God.
christ can, yea and will help thee, raise thee, and thou shalt praise him, as the health of thy countenance, and as thy God.
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Obj. But I am afraid to beleeve;Object But I am afraid to believe;
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what, I that am thus low, and so vile, that have no might, and see no means.
what, I that am thus low, and so vile, that have no might, and see no means.
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It is meer presumption in me to beleeve, I should presume if I beleeved, &c. Answ. Say not so, O soule!
It is mere presumption in me to believe, I should presume if I believed, etc. Answer Say not so, Oh soul!
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Presumption is not simply in case of Salvation, but in case of sinning;
Presumption is not simply in case of Salvation, but in case of sinning;
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Indeed, if thou shouldest say, I shall be saved, and therefore I may sinne, this were presumption;
Indeed, if thou Shouldst say, I shall be saved, and Therefore I may sin, this were presumption;
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but to say, I have sinned, yet I shall be saved, this is FAITH:
but to say, I have sinned, yet I shall be saved, this is FAITH:
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Thou art wrath though we have sinned, in them is continuance, and we shall be saved, as it is, Isa. 64.5.
Thou art wrath though we have sinned, in them is Continuance, and we shall be saved, as it is, Isaiah 64.5.
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This Scripture is a very precious place, in which comfort is held forth, and laid hold upon by faith, notwithstanding the Sinners wickednesse, or Gods wrath. De Dieu translates the whole verse thus, Thou meetest him that rejoyceth,
This Scripture is a very precious place, in which Comfort is held forth, and laid hold upon by faith, notwithstanding the Sinners wickedness, or God's wrath. De Dieu translates the Whole verse thus, Thou meetest him that Rejoiceth,
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and doth (i.e. who with joy doth) righteousnesse, by thy wayes they remember thee;
and does (i.e. who with joy does) righteousness, by thy ways they Remember thee;
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If thou wert angry when we sinned, or (by way of question) Behold, thou wert angry when we sinned, yet in them (i. e.If thou Wertenberg angry when we sinned, or (by Way of question) Behold, thou Wertenberg angry when we sinned, yet in them (i. e.
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in thy wayes) is eternity, that we might be saved. The whole place indeed is a sweet, and strong support to faith notwithstanding sins;
in thy ways) is eternity, that we might be saved. The Whole place indeed is a sweet, and strong support to faith notwithstanding Sins;
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the meaning of which (according to that Commentator) is The wayes of God are not changed,
the meaning of which (according to that Commentator) is The ways of God Are not changed,
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but are fo ever the same, and therefore what grace and bounty he hath used to shew, the same he still will use to miserable sinners, that we might be saved. but Are fo ever the same, and Therefore what grace and bounty he hath used to show, the same he still will use to miserable Sinners, that we might be saved.
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Indeed this is a good and sweet interpretation of this place, but I think there is another interpretation as cleare,
Indeed this is a good and sweet Interpretation of this place, but I think there is Another Interpretation as clear,
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if not more comfortable, that is, if by (in them) we understand our sins.
if not more comfortable, that is, if by (in them) we understand our Sins.
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Thus, wee have sinned, and in them (i. e.
Thus, we have sinned, and in them (i. e.
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our sins is ) continuance (for alas, we continue still sinfull after Gods wrath for them) and (yet notwithstanding this) we shall be saved; and thus Calvin sweetly glosseth it, Although we have been obstinate in our sins (for sin after wrath or chastisement is obstinacy) and so deserved to be destroyed a hundred times,
our Sins is) Continuance (for alas, we continue still sinful After God's wrath for them) and (yet notwithstanding this) we shall be saved; and thus calvin sweetly Glosseth it, Although we have been obstinate in our Sins (for since After wrath or chastisement is obstinacy) and so deserved to be destroyed a hundred times,
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yet through thy mercy we are still saved. See Soule!yet through thy mercy we Are still saved. See Soul!
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here is mercy for obstinate sinners, and consider, did not Christ come into the world to save sinners; and did not Paul say, of which I am chiefe? This (O soule) is Gospel, Christ came indeed to save sinners,
Here is mercy for obstinate Sinners, and Consider, did not christ come into the world to save Sinners; and did not Paul say, of which I am chief? This (Oh soul) is Gospel, christ Come indeed to save Sinners,
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and for thee to say, I am chiefe (or principall) sinner, yet ile goe too,
and for thee to say, I am chief (or principal) sinner, yet Isle go too,
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and rely upon Christ for salvation, it is not presumption but faith. O therefore, doe not thinke,and rely upon christ for salvation, it is not presumption but faith. Oh Therefore, do not think,
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and say, it is presumption for thee to beleeve. Further, It is presumption to expect cure or comfort in the use of unlawfull meanes,
and say, it is presumption for thee to believe. Further, It is presumption to expect cure or Comfort in the use of unlawful means,
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or in the neglect of appointed meanes; or in the neglect of appointed means;
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But faith is so farre from being an unlawfull meanes, that it is the only appointed meanes.
But faith is so Far from being an unlawful means, that it is the only appointed means.
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Thou readest, and prayest, and hearest, &c. And now thou art called upon to beleeve,
Thou Readest, and Prayest, and Hearst, etc. And now thou art called upon to believe,
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and callest thou this presumption? Thou art very much mistaken (O soule) Besides, it cannot be presumption to obey a command;
and Callest thou this presumption? Thou art very much mistaken (Oh soul) Beside, it cannot be presumption to obey a command;
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Christ commands us to beleeve (as was shewed) he forbids our disquieting, and castings down,
christ commands us to believe (as was showed) he forbids our disquieting, and castings down,
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and he requires us to beleeve in his Father, and in him. Now callest thou obedience presumption, beware of that: O soule!
and he requires us to believe in his Father, and in him. Now Callest thou Obedience presumption, beware of that: Oh soul!
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Doth the child that is sad, and heavy, and abstaines from meate, and lyes upon the ground, doth this childe presume,
Does the child that is sad, and heavy, and abstains from meat, and lies upon the ground, does this child presume,
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when upon his fathers command hee ariseth, and eates, and is merry? Did the Prodigall presume,
when upon his Father's command he arises, and eats, and is merry? Did the Prodigal presume,
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when his father said, let us eate and be merry? Admit thy selfe to be the Prodigall (O soule!) yet sith Christ bids thee arise,
when his father said, let us eat and be merry? Admit thy self to be the Prodigal (Oh soul!) yet sith christ bids thee arise,
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and eate, and be merry, why shouldest thou thinke this presumption; Obj. But Christ commands not me:
and eat, and be merry, why Shouldst thou think this presumption; Object But christ commands not me:
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he speaks not so to me. he speaks not so to me.
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Answ. Why, not to thee O soule? I say why not to thee? Is thy soule excluded, when none is.Answer Why, not to thee Oh soul? I say why not to thee? Is thy soul excluded, when none is.
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Doth not Christ call any, every thirsting soule? saith he not, if ANY thirst let him come? Called he not Publicans, Harlots, Sinners, Persecutours;
Does not christ call any, every thirsting soul? Says he not, if ANY thirst let him come? Called he not Publicans, Harlots, Sinners, Persecutors;
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yea, did he not ascend to receive gifts for Rebels, Psalm. 68.18. why therefore (O soule!) dost say Christ calleth not thee?
yea, did he not ascend to receive Gifts for Rebels, Psalm. 68.18. why Therefore (Oh soul!) dost say christ calls not thee?
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I witnesse in Christs name (and let this stand in Print as a proofe) that I as an Embassadour of Christ speak to you,
I witness in Christ name (and let this stand in Print as a proof) that I as an Ambassador of christ speak to you,
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and in his name I beseech you, to accept of grace, and reconciliation freely.
and in his name I beseech you, to accept of grace, and reconciliation freely.
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Thou even thou (O dejected soule!) art the man and woman, that Christ cals upon to beleeve:
Thou even thou (Oh dejected soul!) art the man and woman, that christ calls upon to believe:
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Thou who art dejected and in the dark, and seest no light. Christ saith to thee beleeve;
Thou who art dejected and in the dark, and See not Light. christ Says to thee believe;
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so shalt thou be established. Now doe not say that this is presumption.
so shalt thou be established. Now do not say that this is presumption.
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Once againe (because I find soules harping upon this string) Thou sayest I shall presume if I beleeve, let me grant it, yet tis but perishing by presumption;
Once again (Because I find Souls harping upon this string) Thou Sayest I shall presume if I believe, let me grant it, yet this but perishing by presumption;
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and so thou must certainly except thou beleeve. I remember how the leprous men spake one to another.and so thou must Certainly except thou believe. I Remember how the leprous men spoke one to Another.
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Why sit we here untill we dye, if we say we will enter into the City, we shall dye there, Why fit we Here until we die, if we say we will enter into the city, we shall die there,
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and if we sit still here, wee dye also. Come let us go to the Hoast, if they save us alive, we shall live;
and if we fit still Here, we die also. Come let us go to the Host, if they save us alive, we shall live;
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and if they kill us, we shall but dye, 2 Kings 7.3 ▪ 4. Reason thou so (O soul!) If I sit still in my dejected state, and dispaire, I shall dye;and if they kill us, we shall but die, 2 Kings 7.3 ▪ 4. Reason thou so (Oh soul!) If I fit still in my dejected state, and despair, I shall die;
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and if I do act faith, and beleeve, I can but dye. Therefore Ile up and beleeve;
and if I do act faith, and believe, I can but die. Therefore I'll up and believe;
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yea, though Christ should kill mee, Ile beleeve: If I must perish, Ile perish in a way of beleeving.
yea, though christ should kill me, I'll believe: If I must perish, I'll perish in a Way of believing.
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Say therefore to thy soule (as David did) why art cast down O my soul? and why art thou disquieted? Waite on God; beleeve in Christ.
Say Therefore to thy soul (as David did) why art cast down Oh my soul? and why art thou disquieted? Wait on God; believe in christ.
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If I must perish, Ile perish trusting in him, that I shall praise him. But know O soule!
If I must perish, I'll perish trusting in him, that I shall praise him. But know Oh soul!
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If thou doe beleeve thou shalt see Christs glory; Thou shalt see the glory of his power, in helping the weakest;
If thou do believe thou shalt see Christ glory; Thou shalt see the glory of his power, in helping the Weakest;
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and the glory of his grace in doing for the worst. And when thou seest this, thou shalt praise him as thy God.
and the glory of his grace in doing for the worst. And when thou See this, thou shalt praise him as thy God.
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Wherefore then to wind up all, remember though thou be low, and see little, yet doe not dispaire.
Wherefore then to wind up all, Remember though thou be low, and see little, yet do not despair.
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Although thy eyes have failed with looking, and thy heart with longing;
Although thy eyes have failed with looking, and thy heart with longing;
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Although thy strength bee gone, and thou be now ready to dye, yet do not dispaire:
Although thy strength be gone, and thou be now ready to die, yet do not despair:
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But in thy lowest ebbe of dejection, when thou art disquieted, and cast down most, act thy faith, and say, Though I bee low, I may rise;
But in thy lowest ebb of dejection, when thou art disquieted, and cast down most, act thy faith, and say, Though I be low, I may rise;
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Yea, though I bee cast downe, I shall bee raised; When I am in the deepest dejection, and cannot mount up my selfe:
Yea, though I be cast down, I shall be raised; When I am in the Deepest dejection, and cannot mount up my self:
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Then shall Christs power be manifested, and magnified in my weaknesse. Then shall Christ power be manifested, and magnified in my weakness.
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And I shall after all my sighs, and groanes, yet sing prayse unto God, as the health of my countenance and my God.
And I shall After all my sighs, and groans, yet sing praise unto God, as the health of my countenance and my God.
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Surely, this is thy duty to endeavour, and 'twill be thy glory to performe.
Surely, this is thy duty to endeavour, and it'll be thy glory to perform.
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Blesse the Lord O my soule, and all that is within mee blesse his Holy Name. Bless the Lord Oh my soul, and all that is within me bless his Holy Name.
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