THey who have improved their experience of things by Wisdom, and gathered up the value of mans life, by comparing his desire with his Enjoyments, his Troubles and Sorrows with his Content and Joy, have concluded the worth of the life of man to be below nothing;
THey who have improved their experience of things by Wisdom, and gathered up the valve of men life, by comparing his desire with his Enjoyments, his Troubles and Sorrows with his Content and Joy, have concluded the worth of the life of man to be below nothing;
And also Solomon, who had an extraordinary measure of wisdom by Divine dispensation, who had a large spirit like the Sand of the Sea-shore, he gave himself great liberty in trying what that good under the Sun for the sons of men was, Eccles. 2.1.
And also Solomon, who had an extraordinary measure of Wisdom by Divine Dispensation, who had a large Spirit like the Sand of the Seashore, he gave himself great liberty in trying what that good under the Sun for the Sons of men was, Eccles. 2.1.
& 17. And whosoever shall enter into himself, and feel the workings of his own mind, shall be able to read over the Transcript of the same in his own Conscience.
& 17. And whosoever shall enter into himself, and feel the workings of his own mind, shall be able to read over the Transcript of the same in his own Conscience.
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Who is he among the sons of men, that in his Natural life hath attained to a state where in he was able to say, Here I will stay, it is now well with me, I desire no addition to my present condition? If there be any such, I dare undertake to prove him unacquainted with himself.
Who is he among the Sons of men, that in his Natural life hath attained to a state where in he was able to say, Here I will stay, it is now well with me, I desire no addition to my present condition? If there be any such, I Dare undertake to prove him unacquainted with himself.
and cast up our being and life into the hands of God, as that out of which we gathered nothing but bitterness and disquiet? Far be this from us, this were to justifie that evil and wicked servant, who said of God, That he knew he was a hard Master, reaping where he had not sown,
and cast up our being and life into the hands of God, as that out of which we gathered nothing but bitterness and disquiet? far be this from us, this were to justify that evil and wicked servant, who said of God, That he knew he was a hard Master, reaping where he had not sown,
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then it must needs be, that we being gone down into a lower state than that which we were made to, should find nothing but dissatisfaction and emptiness;
then it must needs be, that we being gone down into a lower state than that which we were made to, should find nothing but dissatisfaction and emptiness;
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here we are by nature, and hitherto we have brought our selves by forsaking God. Now the great inquiry will be, what Remedy there is for this our woful condition;
Here we Are by nature, and hitherto we have brought our selves by forsaking God. Now the great inquiry will be, what Remedy there is for this our woeful condition;
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is there any way whereby we may be delivered from this misery? if there be, what way is it? These words which I have chosen to speak to, do contain the Answer to this Inquiry.
is there any Way whereby we may be Delivered from this misery? if there be, what Way is it? These words which I have chosen to speak to, do contain the Answer to this Inquiry.
but the Devil who had a Commission from God to try his utmost with Job, yet sparing his life, made use of his friends, who are to be a comfort in the hour of adversity, to be a great means of his disquiet,
but the devil who had a Commission from God to try his utmost with Job, yet sparing his life, made use of his Friends, who Are to be a Comfort in the hour of adversity, to be a great means of his disquiet,
as not having spoken the thing that was right, Chap. 41.7. yet in many things their counsel was suitable, and seasonable, of which sort, the words in the Text may be accounted.
as not having spoken the thing that was right, Chap. 41.7. yet in many things their counsel was suitable, and seasonable, of which sort, the words in the Text may be accounted.
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and holding this for an undeniable Principle, that the righteous God, being the great disposer of affliction, did bring this evil upon him because of his sin;
and holding this for an undeniable Principle, that the righteous God, being the great disposer of affliction, did bring this evil upon him Because of his since;
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he made account, because Gods hand was gone forth in an extraordinary manner against Job, therefore there was some extraordinary guilt upon him, vers. 5. & 13. And thou sayest, How doth God judge through the dark clouds? Thus we have his apprehension of Job, as one under great affliction, because of his great sins;
he made account, Because God's hand was gone forth in an extraordinary manner against Job, Therefore there was Some extraordinary guilt upon him, vers. 5. & 13. And thou Sayest, How does God judge through the dark Clouds? Thus we have his apprehension of Job, as one under great affliction, Because of his great Sins;
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These words, Be at peace, may be referred either to the former, as an addition to the Doctrine, Be at peace; that is, keep your selves in a quiet submission to the hand of God;
These words, Be At peace, may be referred either to the former, as an addition to the Doctrine, Be At peace; that is, keep your selves in a quiet submission to the hand of God;
Now the first thing that is before us to require after, is, What this acquaintance with God is. Secondly, to evidence and clear it to be the Duty of man to acquaint himself with God. Acquaintance with God implyes several things.
Now the First thing that is before us to require After, is, What this acquaintance with God is. Secondly, to evidence and clear it to be the Duty of man to acquaint himself with God. Acquaintance with God Implies several things.
First, there is a Rational knowledge of God, which is a clear discovery of an Almighty, All-sufficient Cause of all things, which is attained by a Reasonable discussing Power of the Soul, which argueth from things that are visible and sensible to an invisible and self-principled Cause of all things.
First, there is a Rational knowledge of God, which is a clear discovery of an Almighty, All-sufficient Cause of all things, which is attained by a Reasonable discussing Power of the Soul, which argue from things that Are visible and sensible to an invisible and self-principled Cause of all things.
and in all the Creatures one with another, that we cannot but see clearly that there is a Supream Almighty Cause of all things, who hath by his power, brought forth all things into being:
and in all the Creatures one with Another, that we cannot but see clearly that there is a Supreme Almighty Cause of all things, who hath by his power, brought forth all things into being:
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and by his wonderful counsel hath set them in such an order, that they all serve one another, till at length they all meet in man, as in the common center.
and by his wondered counsel hath Set them in such an order, that they all serve one Another, till At length they all meet in man, as in the Common centre.
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Secondly, there is a Natural knowledg of God, which is the inward touch, and mental sensation of a Supream Righteous Judge, to whose trial we feel our selves under an unavoidable bond, in doing good and evil. This is that which is commonly called Conscience: this a man finds in himself if at any time he have committed any secret sin whatsoever, which none in the world knows but himself:
Secondly, there is a Natural knowledge of God, which is the inward touch, and mental sensation of a Supreme Righteous Judge, to whose trial we feel our selves under an unavoidable bound, in doing good and evil. This is that which is commonly called Conscience: this a man finds in himself if At any time he have committed any secret since whatsoever, which none in the world knows but himself:
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and yet among all their thoughts, they have had few or none to satisfie themselves concerning him? How gross are the apprehensions of some concerning God? Some men resist and stifle that Natural knowledge that they have of God, such as those, Rom. 1.20.
and yet among all their thoughts, they have had few or none to satisfy themselves Concerning him? How gross Are the apprehensions of Some Concerning God? some men resist and stifle that Natural knowledge that they have of God, such as those, Rom. 1.20.
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Others have lived all their days upon the bounty and goodness of God, and yet have not been led by the streams to the Fountain, from which all hath flow'd.
Others have lived all their days upon the bounty and Goodness of God, and yet have not been led by the streams to the Fountain, from which all hath flowed.
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till they are born again of the Spirit, & justified, and sanctified by Christ, Ephes. 2.13. Ye that sometimes were afar off, were made near by the blood of Christ.
till they Are born again of the Spirit, & justified, and sanctified by christ, Ephesians 2.13. You that sometime were afar off, were made near by the blood of christ.
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Here this Judicial separation is the execution of that terrible sentence, Depart from me ye cursed into everlasting fire prepared for the Devil and his Angels, Mat. 25.41.
Here this Judicial separation is the execution of that terrible sentence, Depart from me you cursed into everlasting fire prepared for the devil and his Angels, Mathew 25.41.
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and he hath likewise revealed his willingness to receive us if we return, yea, his earnest desire, Turn ye, way will ye die? Yea, his rejoycing in our return,
and he hath likewise revealed his willingness to receive us if we return, yea, his earnest desire, Turn you, Way will you die? Yea, his rejoicing in our return,
as a Father rejoyceth to receive a prodigal Son that hath departed from him. But that God should go further, to close with us while we retain our impurities,
as a Father Rejoiceth to receive a prodigal Son that hath departed from him. But that God should go further, to close with us while we retain our Impurities,
and to receive us into acquaintance with himself, as the Father in the Parable met his prodigal Son, Luke 15.20. He saw him afar off, & had compassion on him, ran and fell upon his neck and kissed him.
and to receive us into acquaintance with himself, as the Father in the Parable met his prodigal Son, Luke 15.20. He saw him afar off, & had compassion on him, ran and fell upon his neck and kissed him.
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Now it is sin that separates between us and God, and keeps good things from us, Isa. 59.2. Your iniquity hath separated between you and your God, and your sins have hid his face from you:
Now it is since that separates between us and God, and keeps good things from us, Isaiah 59.2. Your iniquity hath separated between you and your God, and your Sins have hid his face from you:
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we must not only come to him, but abide with him, or else we shall never be acquainted with him, Joh. 8.13. If ye continue in my Word, then are ye my Disciples.
we must not only come to him, but abide with him, or Else we shall never be acquainted with him, John 8.13. If you continue in my Word, then Are you my Disciples.
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There is therefore required to our Acquaintance with God, an intimate converse with God. We have great converse with those who are of the Family, or society with us.
There is Therefore required to our Acquaintance with God, an intimate converse with God. We have great converse with those who Are of the Family, or society with us.
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as a man speaketh to his Friend, Exod. 33.11. John 15.15. Henceforth I call you not servants, but friends, for the servant knows not what his Lord doth;
as a man speaks to his Friend, Exod 33.11. John 15.15. Henceforth I call you not Servants, but Friends, for the servant knows not what his Lord does;
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Now by Friend is commonly understood a state of converse and society one with another. And this intimacy is expressed likewise by the relation of Husband and Wife, Isa. 54.5. For thy Maker is thy Husband, Hos. 2.7. Then shall she say, I will go and return to my Husband, for then was it better with me than now.
Now by Friend is commonly understood a state of converse and society one with Another. And this intimacy is expressed likewise by the Relation of Husband and Wife, Isaiah 54.5. For thy Maker is thy Husband, Hos. 2.7. Then shall she say, I will go and return to my Husband, for then was it better with me than now.
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By Husband there is meant God. And the whole Book of the Canticles is a relation of the mutual converse betwixt God & his people, betwixt Christ and his Church, under the relation of a Bridegroom and his Spouse. Now what converse more intimate than between Husband and Wife? Such is that between a soul acquainted with God, and God.
By Husband there is meant God. And the Whole Book of the Canticles is a Relation of the mutual converse betwixt God & his people, betwixt christ and his Church, under the Relation of a Bridegroom and his Spouse. Now what converse more intimate than between Husband and Wife? Such is that between a soul acquainted with God, and God.
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Again, this is shadowed out to us under the relation of a Father and his Children, 1 John 3.1. Behold, what manner of Love the father hath be stowed upon us, that we should be called his sons!
Again, this is shadowed out to us under the Relation of a Father and his Children, 1 John 3.1. Behold, what manner of Love the father hath be stowed upon us, that we should be called his Sons!
And the holy Spirit is given to be the Spirit of Adoption in the hearts of Gods people, Rom. 8.15.16. Ye have received the spirit of Adoption, whereby ye cry, Abba, Father.
And the holy Spirit is given to be the Spirit of Adoption in the hearts of God's people, Rom. 8.15.16. You have received the Spirit of Adoption, whereby you cry, Abba, Father.
What is signified by this Relation but a nigh union and intimate converse between the soul and God? And this is necessary to our acquaintance with God, even intimate converse with God.
What is signified by this Relation but a High Union and intimate converse between the soul and God? And this is necessary to our acquaintance with God, even intimate converse with God.
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And it is no wonder, for they are the actings of a Divine life, to which all are naturally dead, till they are raised to newness of life by the quickning of the spirit of God.
And it is no wonder, for they Are the actings of a Divine life, to which all Are naturally dead, till they Are raised to newness of life by the quickening of the Spirit of God.
and the secrets of his good Will to the soul. Thus Psal. 25.15. The secret of the Lord is with them that fear him, and he will shew them his Covenant. Gen. 18.17.
and the secrets of his good Will to the soul. Thus Psalm 25.15. The secret of the Lord is with them that Fear him, and he will show them his Covenant. Gen. 18.17.
The Lord saith, shall I hide from Abraham the thing that I do? Those that are friends and acquaintance, they will let out their thoughts and purposes one to another,
The Lord Says, shall I hide from Abraham the thing that I do? Those that Are Friends and acquaintance, they will let out their thoughts and Purposes one to Another,
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& they gave out themselves mutually into communion one with another. Thus Christs knocks at the door of the soul, Rev. 3.20. Behold, I stand at the door and knock:
& they gave out themselves mutually into communion one with Another. Thus Christ knocks At the door of the soul, Rev. 3.20. Behold, I stand At the door and knock:
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but they cannot communicate their life, nor their nature, nor their likeness, but such communications there are between God and the soul that is acquainted with him.
but they cannot communicate their life, nor their nature, nor their likeness, but such communications there Are between God and the soul that is acquainted with him.
All being is a communication from God the first being: nay, the several degrees of being, have several communications from God, some greater and some lesser, spiritual beings have a higher communication then natural;
All being is a communication from God the First being: nay, the several Degrees of being, have several communications from God, Some greater and Some lesser, spiritual beings have a higher communication then natural;
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As that of Eli, It is the Lord, let him do what seemeth him good. And that of David, 2 Sam. 15.16. If he thus say, I have no delight in thee, behold, here am I, let him do with me as seemeth good unto him.
As that of Eli, It is the Lord, let him do what seems him good. And that of David, 2 Sam. 15.16. If he thus say, I have no delight in thee, behold, Here am I, let him do with me as seems good unto him.
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Thus John Baptist was willing to become Nothing, that Christ might become All; to be cast down, that Christ might be lifted up, Joh. 3.13. He must increase, but I must decrease.
Thus John Baptist was willing to become Nothing, that christ might become All; to be cast down, that christ might be lifted up, John 3.13. He must increase, but I must decrease.
Thus Moses esteemed the reproach of Christ greater riches than the treasures of Egypt, Heb. 11.26. Paul counted not his life dear for Christ, Acts 20.24. These have been the actings of the souls of those that have been acquainted with God;
Thus Moses esteemed the reproach of christ greater riches than the treasures of Egypt, Hebrew 11.26. Paul counted not his life dear for christ, Acts 20.24. These have been the actings of the Souls of those that have been acquainted with God;
and such workings as these are the feeling of a child of God. I have shewed you four things which are requisite to acquaintance with God. First, Knowledg of God. Secondly, access to him. Thirdly, Converse with him.
and such workings as these Are the feeling of a child of God. I have showed you four things which Are requisite to acquaintance with God. First, Knowledge of God. Secondly, access to him. Thirdly, Converse with him.
Fourthly, Communication to him, and from him. Fifthly, There is likewise required to acquaintance, a loving compliance. Amongst men Acquaintance implyes Affection.
Fourthly, Communication to him, and from him. Fifthly, There is likewise required to acquaintance, a loving compliance. among men Acquaintance Implies Affection.
First, God lets into the soul by his Spirit a partial discovery of himself, and by this with the working of his Spirit, he incline the heart in love to him.
First, God lets into the soul by his Spirit a partial discovery of himself, and by this with the working of his Spirit, he incline the heart in love to him.
A clear place for this, Ephes. 3.17, 18. And that being rooted and grounded in love, ye may be able to comprehend with all Saints, what is the length,
A clear place for this, Ephesians 3.17, 18. And that being rooted and grounded in love, you may be able to comprehend with all Saints, what is the length,
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for the cause of Complacency and Love is a likeness between the Lover and Beloved. God doth not love us with a love of complacency, till we are like him;
for the cause of Complacency and Love is a likeness between the Lover and beloved. God does not love us with a love of complacency, till we Are like him;
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Now our beholding God, and being acquainted with him, is a great way to our being made like to God, 2 Cor. 3.18. We all with open faoe, beholding as in a glass, the glory of the Lord.
Now our beholding God, and being acquainted with him, is a great Way to our being made like to God, 2 Cor. 3.18. We all with open faoe, beholding as in a glass, the glory of the Lord.
I have in the first part, spoken of the Nature of acquaintance with God in five particulars. There must be, First, A Knowledg of God. Secondly, Nigh access to God. Thirdly, Familiar converse with God.
I have in the First part, spoken of the Nature of acquaintance with God in five particulars. There must be, First, A Knowledge of God. Secondly, High access to God. Thirdly, Familiar converse with God.
Fourthly, Mutual communication between us and God. Fifthly, An affectionate love towards God. The next thing should be to shew that man is to be acquainted with God;
Fourthly, Mutual communication between us and God. Fifthly, an affectionate love towards God. The next thing should be to show that man is to be acquainted with God;
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Oh that I were received into converse with God! that I night hear his voice, and see his countenance, for his voice is sweet, and his countenance comly!
O that I were received into converse with God! that I night hear his voice, and see his countenance, for his voice is sweet, and his countenance comely!
When God beheld man in a miserable condition, by reason of the breach of the Frst Covenant, in the unsearchable riches of his goodness, according to the eternal purpose of his good Will towards Man, he made an agreement with his Son to send him amongst a generation of sinful Men, that if he would undertake to bring them back into acquaintance with the Father;
When God beheld man in a miserable condition, by reason of the breach of the First Covenant, in the unsearchable riches of his Goodness, according to the Eternal purpose of his good Will towards Man, he made an agreement with his Son to send him among a generation of sinful Men, that if he would undertake to bring them back into acquaintance with the Father;
Because that the first Covenant was broken in Adam, therefore the second Covenant was put into surer hands, into the hands of the Son, the second Adam, the Lord from heaven.
Because that the First Covenant was broken in Adam, Therefore the second Covenant was put into Surer hands, into the hands of the Son, the second Adam, the Lord from heaven.
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This is held forth to us in that parable of the lost sheep, Luke 15.45. When the shepheard had lost one sheep, he leaves the flock, and seeks for that which was lost.
This is held forth to us in that parable of the lost sheep, Lycia 15.45. When the shepherd had lost one sheep, he leaves the flock, and seeks for that which was lost.
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as David saith of himself, Psal. 119. Christ is come to seek and to save that which was lost, Luke 19.10. and Ephes. 2.13, 14. But now in Christ Jesus they who somtimes were afar-off, are made nigh by the blood of Christ;
as David Says of himself, Psalm 119. christ is come to seek and to save that which was lost, Lycia 19.10. and Ephesians 2.13, 14. But now in christ jesus they who sometimes were afar-off, Are made High by the blood of christ;
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In verse the tenth, is a description of our state withour Christ, being aliens from the Common-wealth of Israel, being strangers from the Covenant of promise,
In verse the tenth, is a description of our state withour christ, being aliens from the Commonwealth of Israel, being Strangers from the Covenant of promise,
This then is the great design in all those glorious accomplishments of Christ for this, he left his Fathers bosome, that he might bring us into acquaintance with the Father;
This then is the great Design in all those glorious accomplishments of christ for this, he left his Father's bosom, that he might bring us into acquaintance with the Father;
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So that he cryed out, as weary of any longer abiding with them, Oh faithless generation! How long shall I be with you? How long shall I suffer you? For this did he make himself an offering for sin; that by taking away sin, he might bring men to God.
So that he cried out, as weary of any longer abiding with them, O faithless generation! How long shall I be with you? How long shall I suffer you? For this did he make himself an offering for since; that by taking away since, he might bring men to God.
and shall we refuse to return? Shall he pour out his soul, an offering for sin, that he might make way for our access to God, that we who were far off, might be made nigh by the blood of Christ? and shall we frustrate all by our refusing to go to him? shall Christ come and offer us his help and direction to come to the Father,
and shall we refuse to return? Shall he pour out his soul, an offering for since, that he might make Way for our access to God, that we who were Far off, might be made High by the blood of christ? and shall we frustrate all by our refusing to go to him? shall christ come and offer us his help and direction to come to the Father,
and enjoying God, and having Communion with God? This is the height of his glory, Jer. 9.23, 24. Thus saith the Lord, let not the wise man glory in his wisdom, let not the mighty man glory in his might,
and enjoying God, and having Communion with God? This is the height of his glory, Jer. 9.23, 24. Thus Says the Lord, let not the wise man glory in his Wisdom, let not the mighty man glory in his might,
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and the highest improvement of this excellency of man is in the knowledg of God, and acquaintance with God, Prov. 20.27. The spirit of a man is called the candle of the Lord;
and the highest improvement of this excellency of man is in the knowledge of God, and acquaintance with God, Curae 20.27. The Spirit of a man is called the candle of the Lord;
Who are those whose names are as precious ointment poured forth? who are those which have obtained a good report? Are not they those who were most acquainted with God? Enock is said to walk with God;
Who Are those whose names Are as precious ointment poured forth? who Are those which have obtained a good report? are not they those who were most acquainted with God? Enoch is said to walk with God;
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And Noah, whose family alone was preserved when God destroyed the old World by water, he was said to walk with God, Gen. 6.9. Among all the sons of men he kept close to God;
And Noah, whose family alone was preserved when God destroyed the old World by water, he was said to walk with God, Gen. 6.9. Among all the Sons of men he kept close to God;
Abraham who was the Father of the Faithful, he was called the Friend of God. Moses who was the Mediator of the old Covenant, he was said to speak with God face to face,
Abraham who was the Father of the Faithful, he was called the Friend of God. Moses who was the Mediator of the old Covenant, he was said to speak with God face to face,
now if this eye be blind, if the light be darkness, how great is that darkness! The Jews in Ezek. 15.1. are likened to a Vine, which, if it be barren, is good for no use:
now if this eye be blind, if the Light be darkness, how great is that darkness! The jews in Ezekiel 15.1. Are likened to a Vine, which, if it be barren, is good for no use:
Verily, man is a base, vile worthless thing without acquaintance with God. None are less esteemed among men, than they that want wisdome to converse among men.
Verily, man is a base, vile worthless thing without acquaintance with God. None Are less esteemed among men, than they that want Wisdom to converse among men.
Ye see wherein the excellency and worth of man consisteth, and that if there be a deformity, where ought to be our chiefest beauty, the whole is accounted as a deformed piece.
You see wherein the excellency and worth of man Consisteth, and that if there be a deformity, where ought to be our chiefest beauty, the Whole is accounted as a deformed piece.
What greater gift can God give then himself? God is the portion of his people, he is the greatest portion, the surest, the most suitable, and the only durable portion.
What greater gift can God give then himself? God is the portion of his people, he is the greatest portion, the Surest, the most suitable, and the only durable portion.
Thus they that know him esteem of him, Psal. 73.26. My flesh & my heart faileth, but God is the strength of my heart, & portion for ever, Psal. 16.5, 6. The Lord is the portion of mine inheritance:
Thus they that know him esteem of him, Psalm 73.26. My Flesh & my heart Faileth, but God is the strength of my heart, & portion for ever, Psalm 16.5, 6. The Lord is the portion of mine inheritance:
when we stand to the trial of him to whom we had offered these great indignities? How shall we escape if we neglect so great salvation, so great a mercy?
when we stand to the trial of him to whom we had offered these great indignities? How shall we escape if we neglect so great salvation, so great a mercy?
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For want of acquaintance with God, every thought and imagination of their heart is evil continually, Rom. 30.10, 11. There is none righteous, no not one.
For want of acquaintance with God, every Thought and imagination of their heart is evil continually, Rom. 30.10, 11. There is none righteous, no not one.
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Not understanding, nor seeking after God, is the necessary cause that there is none doth good. The soul of man is an Active being, which is continually in motion;
Not understanding, nor seeking After God, is the necessary cause that there is none does good. The soul of man is an Active being, which is continually in motion;
that which goes for prayer, God abhors, because they are not acquainted with him, Isa. 1.3. The ox knows his owner, and the ass his masters crib, but Israel doth not know me, vers. 13, 14. To this, saith he, your incense is abomination unto me, their new moons and sabbaths, the calling of assemblies, I cannot away with;
that which Goes for prayer, God abhors, Because they Are not acquainted with him, Isaiah 1.3. The ox knows his owner, and the Ass his Masters crib, but Israel does not know me, vers. 13, 14. To this, Says he, your incense is abomination unto me, their new moons and Sabbaths, the calling of assemblies, I cannot away with;
because whatsoever is not done with a good heart, is not good, Luk. 6.45. The good man out of the good treasure of his heart bringeth forth good fruit, and an evil man out of the evil treasure of his heart bringeth forth evil fruit:
Because whatsoever is not done with a good heart, is not good, Luk. 6.45. The good man out of the good treasure of his heart brings forth good fruit, and an evil man out of the evil treasure of his heart brings forth evil fruit:
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And there is no knowledg like the knowledg of God, And acquaintance with him, to make the heart good, Hos. 4.2. Because there is not truth, nor mercy, nor knowledg of God in the land;
And there is no knowledge like the knowledge of God, And acquaintance with him, to make the heart good, Hos. 4.2. Because there is not truth, nor mercy, nor knowledge of God in the land;
Now there is no greater evil on this side Hell then that of a necessity of sinning, 2, Pet. 2.14. Those of which it is said, they cannot cease from sinning, are called cursed children. He that chooseth any sin rather than affliction, doth it through the blindness of his mind.
Now there is no greater evil on this side Hell then that of a necessity of sinning, 2, Pet. 2.14. Those of which it is said, they cannot cease from sinning, Are called cursed children. He that chooses any since rather than affliction, does it through the blindness of his mind.
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what is it's great trouble and sorrow? is it not because of sin? What are his secret moans to God? is it not the sence of corruption? Oh wrethed man that I am, who shall deliver me from the body of this death, saith Paul, Rom. 7. He had been complaining of the mass of corruption that did still press hard upon him,
what is it's great trouble and sorrow? is it not Because of since? What Are his secret moans to God? is it not the sense of corruption? O wreathed man that I am, who shall deliver me from the body of this death, Says Paul, Rom. 7. He had been complaining of the mass of corruption that did still press hard upon him,
and in the strong workings of his spirit against it, he calls it The body of death. It was as grievous to him as if he had been bound to a stinking rotten carcase.
and in the strong workings of his Spirit against it, he calls it The body of death. It was as grievous to him as if he had been bound to a stinking rotten carcase.
because they want the right rule of action, a right pattern of imitation, a right principle for action, a right object for action, a right end for action, the only assistance of action.
Because they want the right Rule of actium, a right pattern of imitation, a right principle for actium, a right Object for actium, a right end for actium, the only assistance of actium.
It concerns us then as we make any difference between good and evil, if we have any respect unto holiness and purity before sin and iniquity, to see to get acquaintance with God;
It concerns us then as we make any difference between good and evil, if we have any respect unto holiness and purity before since and iniquity, to see to get acquaintance with God;
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and while it feels an emptiness, it still cryes out for more, and cannot be filled till it be filled with the fulness of God, Ephes. 3.19. The prodigal son had nothing but husks to feed upon, when he was gone from his fathers house;
and while it feels an emptiness, it still cries out for more, and cannot be filled till it be filled with the fullness of God, Ephesians 3.19. The prodigal son had nothing but husks to feed upon, when he was gone from his Father's house;
for it is not food for the soul. Acquaintance with God is the food of the soul. Job 23.12. I have esteemed the words of his mouth, more then my necessary food.
for it is not food for the soul. Acquaintance with God is the food of the soul. Job 23.12. I have esteemed the words of his Mouth, more then my necessary food.
Shall the King seek after acquaintance with the meanest of his Subjects, and he refuse acquaintance with his Soveraign? shall God acquaint himself with man,
Shall the King seek After acquaintance with the Meanest of his Subject's, and he refuse acquaintance with his Sovereign? shall God acquaint himself with man,
If God thus delights in converse and acquaintance with the sons of men, how much more ought men to rejoyce in converse and acquaintance with God, Isa. 65.1. God saith, I am found of them that sought me not.
If God thus delights in converse and acquaintance with the Sons of men, how much more ought men to rejoice in converse and acquaintance with God, Isaiah 65.1. God Says, I am found of them that sought me not.
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is it not fit that man should enter into acquaintance with God, when God doth thus acquaint himself with man? Thus I have opened to you the Nature of Acquaintance with God,
is it not fit that man should enter into acquaintance with God, when God does thus acquaint himself with man? Thus I have opened to you the Nature of Acquaintance with God,
First, Is there to be an acquaintance between the soul and God? Let us then stand and wonder at the great condescention of God! This may surprise our souls with an extasie of admiration, that God should dwell with man;
First, Is there to be an acquaintance between the soul and God? Let us then stand and wonder At the great condescension of God! This may surprise our Souls with an ecstasy of admiration, that God should dwell with man;
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that the mighty Jehovah should have such respect to the work of his hands, Psal. 113.5, 6. Who is like unto the Lord, who dwelleth on high, who humbled himself to behold the things that are in heaven,
that the mighty Jehovah should have such respect to the work of his hands, Psalm 113.5, 6. Who is like unto the Lord, who dwells on high, who humbled himself to behold the things that Are in heaven,
and how much more then is he to be admired, that he humbled himself to acquaint himself with man? Let us than be filled with admiration, that God should take us so nigh unto himself. As Psal. 8.4. What is man that thou art mindful of him!
and how much more then is he to be admired, that he humbled himself to acquaint himself with man? Let us than be filled with admiration, that God should take us so High unto himself. As Psalm 8.4. What is man that thou art mindful of him!
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Man in the pride of his heart seeth no such great matter in it, but an humble soul is filled with astonishment, Isa: 57.15. Thus saith the high and lofty One, which inhahiteth eternity, whose name is Holy;
Man in the pride of his heart sees no such great matter in it, but an humble soul is filled with astonishment, Isaiah: 57.15. Thus Says the high and lofty One, which inhahiteth eternity, whose name is Holy;
Oh saith the humble soul, will the Lord have respect unto such a vile worm as I am? will the Lord acquaint himself with such a sinful wretch as I am? Will the Lord open his arms, his bosome, his heart to me? shall such a loathsome creature as I find savour in his eyes? In Ezek. 16.15.
O Says the humble soul, will the Lord have respect unto such a vile worm as I am? will the Lord acquaint himself with such a sinful wretch as I am? Will the Lord open his arms, his bosom, his heart to me? shall such a loathsome creature as I find savour in his eyes? In Ezekiel 16.15.
We have a relation of the wonderful condescention of God to man, who is there resembled to a wretched infant cast out in the day of its birth in its bloud,
We have a Relation of the wondered condescension of God to man, who is there resembled to a wretched infant cast out in the day of its birth in its blood,
For thus Christ judged of the Faith of the Centurion, that said unto him, Lord I am not worthy that thou shouldest come under my roof, Mat. 8.8. When Jesus heard this, he marvailed, and said to them that followed him, I say unto you, I have not found so great faith, no not in Israel.
For thus christ judged of the Faith of the Centurion, that said unto him, Lord I am not worthy that thou Shouldst come under my roof, Mathew 8.8. When jesus herd this, he marveled, and said to them that followed him, I say unto you, I have not found so great faith, no not in Israel.
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Say thus unto your souls, What aileth thee, O my soul, that thou art no more affected with the goodness of God? Art thou dead, that thou canst not feel? Or art thou blind, that thou canst not see thy self compassed about with astonishing goodness!
Say thus unto your Souls, What aileth thee, Oh my soul, that thou art no more affected with the Goodness of God? Art thou dead, that thou Canst not feel? Or art thou blind, that thou Canst not see thy self compassed about with astonishing Goodness!
and shall I perish for hunger? Lift up thy self, O my soul, shake off the intanglements of the flesh, break out of that bondage of the Devil, trample upon the glory of the world,
and shall I perish for hunger? Lift up thy self, Oh my soul, shake off the entanglements of the Flesh, break out of that bondage of the devil, trample upon the glory of the world,
and scorn to let out thy precious desires upon dung and dross, get the Moon under thy feet, cloath thy self with the Sun, put on the son of righteousness, come into the palace of God,
and scorn to let out thy precious Desires upon dung and dross, get the Moon under thy feet, cloth thy self with the Sun, put on the son of righteousness, come into the palace of God,
Ye precious ones, who can call God Father, and the son Brother, who have fellowship with the Father and the Son, who may have communion with the Holy Ghost? What do you lying among the Potts? What do you raking in Dunghills? What do you conversing with the World? Have a holy scorn of these things,
the precious ones, who can call God Father, and the son Brother, who have fellowship with the Father and the Son, who may have communion with the Holy Ghost? What do you lying among the Pots? What do you raking in Dunghills? What do you conversing with the World? Have a holy scorn of these things,
and this is in the heart of every one by nature. Every one by nature doth lift up himself against God, goes about to dethrone God, and to crown himself:
and this is in the heart of every one by nature. Every one by nature does lift up himself against God, Goes about to dethrone God, and to crown himself:
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that he being the beginning, and Author of all, should be likewise the end of all? And this is the very purpose of God in making of man, that having received himself from God, he should have what he might freely give up to God;
that he being the beginning, and Author of all, should be likewise the end of all? And this is the very purpose of God in making of man, that having received himself from God, he should have what he might freely give up to God;
Secondly, Another mistake of most men, is, concerning their Dignity and Excellency, and in the rule and measure of their Excellency. Most measure their Dignity by the advantage which they have over others in this world;
Secondly, another mistake of most men, is, Concerning their Dignity and Excellency, and in the Rule and measure of their Excellency. Most measure their Dignity by the advantage which they have over Others in this world;
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and in his thoughts to tread upon others, as something inferiour to himself? But men lie blinded in their own delusions, not considering what is the true Excellency of man;
and in his thoughts to tread upon Others, as something inferior to himself? But men lie blinded in their own delusions, not considering what is the true Excellency of man;
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This is the greatness of a Nation, to be nigh to God, Deut. 4.7. What nation is there so great which hath God so nigh unto them? And Amos 8.7. God is called the Excellency of Jacob. God sweareth not by any thing below himself;
This is the greatness of a nation, to be High to God, Deuteronomy 4.7. What Nation is there so great which hath God so High unto them? And Amos 8.7. God is called the Excellency of Jacob. God Sweareth not by any thing below himself;
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Who am I, and what is my life, or my fathers family in Israel, that I should be son in-law to the king? Thus are we to reckon it our Dignity and Excellency to be in nigh relation to God, to be sons of God, to be heirs of God,
Who am I, and what is my life, or my Father's family in Israel, that I should be son inlaw to the King? Thus Are we to reckon it our Dignity and Excellency to be in High Relation to God, to be Sons of God, to be Heirs of God,
and to be the friends of God, what greater honor then this to be in such a nigh relation to the God of Glory? Now the Excellency that we have from this Relation, ariseth from the excellency of that Act which is the Foundation of this Relation,
and to be the Friends of God, what greater honour then this to be in such a High Relation to the God of Glory? Now the Excellency that we have from this Relation, arises from the excellency of that Act which is the Foundation of this Relation,
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and this marking them, and owing them, it sets a high Dignity upon them, such as secures them from the Curse that is to be upon all besides, as Revel. 9.4. They are commanded to hurt none but those who have not the seal of God on their foreheads.
and this marking them, and owing them, it sets a high Dignity upon them, such as secures them from the Curse that is to be upon all beside, as Revel. 9.4. They Are commanded to hurt none but those who have not the seal of God on their foreheads.
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and they shall be my people, vers. 17. He argues from the dignity of this relation, that they should count themselves too good to convers with the world;
and they shall be my people, vers. 17. He argues from the dignity of this Relation, that they should count themselves too good to converse with the world;
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Our relation to God in our acquaintance with him, doth ennoble us, lift us above the world, make us that we are too good for the company of those that are not acquainted with God.
Our Relation to God in our acquaintance with him, does ennoble us, lift us above the world, make us that we Are too good for the company of those that Are not acquainted with God.
but it is sobriety to think of our selves according to that acquaintance which we have with God. Rom. 12.3. I say, through the grace of God given to me, to every one that is among you, not to think of himself more highly then he ought to think;
but it is sobriety to think of our selves according to that acquaintance which we have with God. Rom. 12.3. I say, through the grace of God given to me, to every one that is among you, not to think of himself more highly then he ought to think;
for if man being made fit for enjoyment of God, and communion with him, never attain to an enjoyment of him, he becomes more vile then those things whose nature is inferiour,
for if man being made fit for enjoyment of God, and communion with him, never attain to an enjoyment of him, he becomes more vile then those things whose nature is inferior,
so that I dare boldly say, that there is not a man in his corrupt natural state, who doth not some way or other lift up himself in his own esteem for somthing of his own.
so that I Dare boldly say, that there is not a man in his corrupt natural state, who does not Some Way or other lift up himself in his own esteem for something of his own.
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If we therefore lay the foundation of our glory in our selves, and please our selves in the sparks that we have kindled, we shall glory in our shame, and lie down in sorrow.
If we Therefore lay the Foundation of our glory in our selves, and please our selves in the sparks that we have kindled, we shall glory in our shame, and lie down in sorrow.
This high esteem which we are to have of our selves, because of our acquaintance with God, it doth not at all contradict that precious grace of humility,
This high esteem which we Are to have of our selves, Because of our acquaintance with God, it does not At all contradict that precious grace of humility,
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yet still depending upon God a As by our union with Christ we come to have a righteousness imputed, which is our justification ▪ and a righteousness likewise inherent, which is our sanctification;
yet still depending upon God a As by our Union with christ we come to have a righteousness imputed, which is our justification ▪ and a righteousness likewise inherent, which is our sanctification;
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but now the children of any person whom we love, being a lively image of their fathers person, have another value upon them, having not only a relation worthy,
but now the children of any person whom we love, being a lively image of their Father's person, have Another valve upon them, having not only a Relation worthy,
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As Children learn to pronounce their words according to the pronunciation of the Mother, or Nurse, with whom they converse, (as every one is apt to be formed unto the manner and disposition of the company wherein they must usually are) thus those who converse with God;
As Children Learn to pronounce their words according to the pronunciation of the Mother, or Nurse, with whom they converse, (as every one is apt to be formed unto the manner and disposition of the company wherein they must usually Are) thus those who converse with God;
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and on earth those that converse with God, shall in some measure be like God according to their measure of acquaintance with him And so Paul argues concerning this present life, 2 Cor. 3.18.
and on earth those that converse with God, shall in Some measure be like God according to their measure of acquaintance with him And so Paul argues Concerning this present life, 2 Cor. 3.18.
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for that is meant by, From glory to glory: that is, from one degree of glorious similitude, to another degree gf glorious resemblance and likeness to God.
for that is meant by, From glory to glory: that is, from one degree of glorious similitude, to Another degree gf glorious resemblance and likeness to God.
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Thus ye have seen that the excellency of man consisteth in his acquaintance with God; and that by the vertue of his relation to God, he hath an imputed excellency;
Thus you have seen that the excellency of man Consisteth in his acquaintance with God; and that by the virtue of his Relation to God, he hath an imputed excellency;
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and mutual communion to God, and from God, and radicated unmoveable love to God, these are excellent things, O my soul, what is thy case? Art thou one of those precious ones, which conversest oft with God,
and mutual communion to God, and from God, and radicated Unmovable love to God, these Are excellent things, Oh my soul, what is thy case? Art thou one of those precious ones, which conversest oft with God,
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and talk oft of God, whom he will make up with his Jewels? Or art thou one of those wretched Creatures, who are alienated from the life of God, by reason of the ignorance that is in thee? Or art thou one of those who having been sometimes afar off, art now made nigh to God by the bloud of Christ,
and talk oft of God, whom he will make up with his Jewels? Or art thou one of those wretched Creatures, who Are alienated from the life of God, by reason of the ignorance that is in thee? Or art thou one of those who having been sometime afar off, art now made High to God by the blood of christ,
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In the visible Church, how few live up to their Religion, by any considerable profession! How little difference is there between most among us, and Heathens!
In the visible Church, how few live up to their Religion, by any considerable profession! How little difference is there between most among us, and heathens!
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how many betray their Profession by their wicked practice and worldly conversation? So that when we have made enquiry, there will remain very few of those that are really acquainted with God, it concerns us then to be very diligent in enquiry, what is our case, how we stand toward God.
how many betray their Profession by their wicked practice and worldly Conversation? So that when we have made enquiry, there will remain very few of those that Are really acquainted with God, it concerns us then to be very diligent in enquiry, what is our case, how we stand towards God.
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It may be a tender soul that hath been much with God, will be ready upon the first hint to enter into the secrets of its own heart, to look over his evidences, to call to mind,
It may be a tender soul that hath been much with God, will be ready upon the First hint to enter into the secrets of its own heart, to look over his evidences, to call to mind,
when have I drawn nigh to God? When have I conversed with God? When have I communion with God? Hath my life been a walking with God? Have I dwelt with God, and made my abode with him? Thus the soul that makes high account of its acquaintance with God, will be trying and examining it self;
when have I drawn High to God? When have I conversed with God? When have I communion with God? Hath my life been a walking with God? Have I dwelled with God, and made my Abided with him? Thus the soul that makes high account of its acquaintance with God, will be trying and examining it self;
and it may be upon its more a wakened signs of its sometimes departing from God, or feeling some present strangeness, it will be apt to conclude of it self,
and it may be upon its more a wakened Signs of its sometime departing from God, or feeling Some present strangeness, it will be apt to conclude of it self,
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surely I am none of those precious ones, whose life is a converse with God. But the common generation of the world, Oh how hardly will they be brought to ask themselves this question,
surely I am none of those precious ones, whose life is a converse with God. But the Common generation of the world, O how hardly will they be brought to ask themselves this question,
Thirdly, Because men are so exceeding apt to be mistaken, and to misapprehend concerning themselves, that they are in a state of acquaintance with God,
Thirdly, Because men Are so exceeding apt to be mistaken, and to misapprehend Concerning themselves, that they Are in a state of acquaintance with God,
and in thy name have cast out Devils, and in thy name done many wonderful works? and then he will profess unto them, I never knew you: depart from me ye workers of iniquity.
and in thy name have cast out Devils, and in thy name done many wondered works? and then he will profess unto them, I never knew you: depart from me you workers of iniquity.
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Such are those who are resembled to us by five foolish Virgins, Matth. 25.11. The five foolish Virgins come when the door is shut, and say, Lord, Lord, open unto us;
Such Are those who Are resembled to us by five foolish Virgins, Matthew 25.11. The five foolish Virgins come when the door is shut, and say, Lord, Lord, open unto us;
as those whom Paul speaks of, 2 Corinthians 10.12. Some commend themselves, but they measure themselves by themselves, and comparing themselves with themselves, are not wise.
as those whom Paul speaks of, 2 Corinthians 10.12. some commend themselves, but they measure themselves by themselves, and comparing themselves with themselves, Are not wise.
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Thirdly, We judge amiss of our selves, because of the deceitfulness of our hearts. The heart of man is deceitful above all things, and desperately wicked;
Thirdly, We judge amiss of our selves, Because of the deceitfulness of our hearts. The heart of man is deceitful above all things, and desperately wicked;
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but where there is an abstaining from gross outward sins, there are special workings of Corruption, such as pride, self-love, distrust of God, and love of the world;
but where there is an abstaining from gross outward Sins, there Are special workings of Corruption, such as pride, Self-love, distrust of God, and love of the world;
Whatsoever answer therefore our hearts give us, let us see cleared, and have such reason for it, that we may know how to proceed with our selves, upon a right judgment of our selves.
Whatsoever answer Therefore our hearts give us, let us see cleared, and have such reason for it, that we may know how to proceed with our selves, upon a right judgement of our selves.
The chief work of trial in this particular acquaintance with God, will be from those particulars wherein I opened the nature of the souls acquaintance with God.
The chief work of trial in this particular acquaintance with God, will be from those particulars wherein I opened the nature of the Souls acquaintance with God.
and my thoughts, and desires, and joys, and delights, and meditations are there; I may comfortably conclude that I am in some measure acquainted with God.
and my thoughts, and Desires, and Joys, and delights, and meditations Are there; I may comfortably conclude that I am in Some measure acquainted with God.
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But if in the inquiry into my self, I find that I have my whole converse with the world, that I can afford no time for Prayer to God in my family, and in secret;
But if in the inquiry into my self, I find that I have my Whole converse with the world, that I can afford no time for Prayer to God in my family, and in secret;
Those that are intimately acquainted, their communion in the way of discourse is very frequent, in making known their thoughts and apprehensions, their fears and wants;
Those that Are intimately acquainted, their communion in the Way of discourse is very frequent, in making known their thoughts and apprehensions, their fears and Wants;
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If then I can find in reviewing the workings of my soul, that there hath been this sight of Heaven, this Spiritual Communion between my soul and God; that my heart hath been open to God; that I have gone to God when my heart hath been burdened with sorrow, I have discharged it into the bosom of God, as into the bosom of a friend;
If then I can find in reviewing the workings of my soul, that there hath been this sighed of Heaven, this Spiritual Communion between my soul and God; that my heart hath been open to God; that I have gone to God when my heart hath been burdened with sorrow, I have discharged it into the bosom of God, as into the bosom of a friend;
4. And again, for that friendly working of love and affection in the soul towards God. Those that are in a state of acquaintance are supposed to comply with each other in kindness,
4. And again, for that friendly working of love and affection in the soul towards God. Those that Are in a state of acquaintance Are supposed to comply with each other in kindness,
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If then I can upon search into my self, find that God hath the highest room in my affections, that my heart is his, that his love is prevailing with me, above the love of all things beside,
If then I can upon search into my self, find that God hath the highest room in my affections, that my heart is his, that his love is prevailing with me, above the love of all things beside,
He that can say of God and Christ, this is my beloved, and this is my friend, he need not very solicitously ask, what news? He hath heard good news from Heaven, which will easily ballance all, come what will come, he need not much pass,
He that can say of God and christ, this is my Beloved, and this is my friend, he need not very solicitously ask, what news? He hath herd good news from Heaven, which will Easily balance all, come what will come, he need not much pass,
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He hath no cause to goe a begging to the world, and to say, who will shew me any good? As long as the Lord hath shined upon him with the light of his countenance.
He hath no cause to go a begging to the world, and to say, who will show me any good? As long as the Lord hath shined upon him with the Light of his countenance.
and what shall I drink, and wherewithall shall I be cloathed? So long as he knows that he hath a noble friend, who will ease him of all this care, and never see him want.
and what shall I drink, and wherewithal shall I be clothed? So long as he knows that he hath a noble friend, who will ease him of all this care, and never see him want.
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and do you know better then he? What hast thou to do that is more necessary? Speak out I pray, is the following of thy pleasures? Is the serving of Satan? Is the damming of thy Soul, more necessary then the saving of it? Is the life and death of a Soul nothing? Are everlasting glory and misery small matters? Is the love or hatred of thy God so inconsiderable a thing? Awake O sinner, what meanest thou? Arise speedily, and look about thee man.
and do you know better then he? What hast thou to do that is more necessary? Speak out I pray, is the following of thy pleasures? Is the serving of Satan? Is the damming of thy Soul, more necessary then the Saving of it? Is the life and death of a Soul nothing? are everlasting glory and misery small matters? Is the love or hatred of thy God so inconsiderable a thing? Awake Oh sinner, what Meanest thou? Arise speedily, and look about thee man.
What answer shall I return to my Master? Are not these things worth the thinking of? Shall I say for all this, that thou art not at leisure to look after an interest in his favour,
What answer shall I return to my Master? are not these things worth the thinking of? Shall I say for all this, that thou art not At leisure to look After an Interest in his favour,
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and higher importance to trouble your head with? And do you in sober sadness think so? For you make account, that excuse is sufficient? I pray then make use of it your self (for I dare not.) When God shall come to ask you,
and higher importance to trouble your head with? And do you in Sobrium sadness think so? For you make account, that excuse is sufficient? I pray then make use of it your self (for I Dare not.) When God shall come to ask you,
why you did no more vigorously mind the getting acquaintance with himself, tell him then if you think that answer will serve your turn, that you were not at leisure, you had such urgeth occasions which took up the whole of your time, such and such a friend you had, who sent for you to the Tavern,
why you did not more vigorously mind the getting acquaintance with himself, tell him then if you think that answer will serve your turn, that you were not At leisure, you had such urges occasions which took up the Whole of your time, such and such a friend you had, who sent for you to the Tavern,
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and you could not possibly come when he invited you, tell him if you believe that plea will hold water, that you would have been glad to have come upon his invitation,
and you could not possibly come when he invited you, tell him if you believe that plea will hold water, that you would have been glad to have come upon his invitation,
come tell me poor ignorant creature, thou that still standest demurring, and sayst, Shall I, shall I? what evil is there in thy God that thou shouldest be thus hardly brought,
come tell me poor ignorant creature, thou that still Standest demurring, and Sayest, Shall I, shall I? what evil is there in thy God that thou Shouldst be thus hardly brought,
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so much as to discourse this business with thy own soul? What is the reason that thou scarce thinkest it worth the while to trouble thy head about any thing that doth concern your interest in his love? Thou that mindest his love so little, tell me what do'st thou think had become of thee long before this,
so much as to discourse this business with thy own soul? What is the reason that thou scarce Thinkest it worth the while to trouble thy head about any thing that does concern your Interest in his love? Thou that mindest his love so little, tell me what dost thou think had become of thee long before this,
if God had regarded thee as little as thou dost him? What wouldest thou have done, had the Lord said to any Disease, the least of his Messengers, fetch that Rebel before me, that values not my favour;
if God had regarded thee as little as thou dost him? What Wouldst thou have done, had the Lord said to any Disease, the least of his Messengers, fetch that Rebel before me, that value's not my favour;
O what a lamentable case hadst thou been in, had God but done by thee as thou hast by him? Acquaintance with God! methinks sinful man should stand and wonder at such a word;
O what a lamentable case Hadst thou been in, had God but done by thee as thou hast by him? Acquaintance with God! methinks sinful man should stand and wonder At such a word;
Were it but in sensible things, that nothing near such an offer were made (which is impossible) man would think the very questioning in such a case a strange folly.
Were it but in sensible things, that nothing near such an offer were made (which is impossible) man would think the very questioning in such a case a strange folly.
and are utterly unable to make their part good against him, when they hear of such tearms of mercy from their Prince, who hath all their lives in their hand, should rejoyce at this news,
and Are utterly unable to make their part good against him, when they hear of such terms of mercy from their Prince, who hath all their lives in their hand, should rejoice At this news,
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when instead of a Halter he had a Coach? When instead of Rebel, he heard Brother? Whatever we may think of these things, David thought it high time for him to bid such a Messenger welcome,
when instead of a Halter he had a Coach? When instead of Rebel, he herd Brother? Whatever we may think of these things, David Thought it high time for him to bid such a Messenger welcome,
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or bewail his absence? Where almost are the men and women to be found, that do in good earnest long to be acquainted with God? Men are naturally strangers to God,
or bewail his absence? Where almost Are the men and women to be found, that do in good earnest long to be acquainted with God? Men Are naturally Strangers to God,
though the God that made them, out of pity to their souls desires it, though he send his Embassadors in his name to beseech them to be reconciled unto God, against whom they have been in open arms;
though the God that made them, out of pity to their Souls Desires it, though he send his ambassadors in his name to beseech them to be reconciled unto God, against whom they have been in open arms;
yet where is the sinner almost to be found that with any thankfulness doth close with these tenders? Now it being a business of such infinite concernment,
yet where is the sinner almost to be found that with any thankfulness does close with these tenders? Now it being a business of such infinite concernment,
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and it being the very work and business of a Minister of Christ to bring God and man into union, to get man acquainted with God, I shall in the next place labour to inforce this Exhortation upon the hearts of sinners,
and it being the very work and business of a Minister of christ to bring God and man into Union, to get man acquainted with God, I shall in the next place labour to enforce this Exhortation upon the hearts of Sinners,
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yet, through mercy the matter is not gone so far, but that thou mayest (if you will now at last in good earnest humble thy self to him) be received into favour.
yet, through mercy the matter is not gone so Far, but that thou Mayest (if you will now At last in good earnest humble thy self to him) be received into favour.
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Was there ever such condescention, love, and goodness heard of? If thou didst but understand, O stupid sinner, what an offer is made to thee, thou couldest not but adore that goodness that can pardon and forget such offences,
Was there ever such condescension, love, and Goodness herd of? If thou didst but understand, Oh stupid sinner, what an offer is made to thee, thou Couldst not but adore that Goodness that can pardon and forget such offences,
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Now that I may, if possible, prevail with some that are yet afar off, to come near, I shall enforce this Exhortation with many powerful Motives, the least of which (were men but well in their wits as to Spiritual matters, were the world not to a wonder fools, in the great affairs of their souls and eternity) might easily prevail. O that I might prevail!
Now that I may, if possible, prevail with Some that Are yet afar off, to come near, I shall enforce this Exhortation with many powerful Motives, the least of which (were men but well in their wits as to Spiritual matters, were the world not to a wonder Fools, in the great affairs of their Souls and eternity) might Easily prevail. O that I might prevail!
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The first Head of Motives that I shall insist upon to inforce this Exhortation, shall be taken from the nature of the Person that I would have you acquainted with.
The First Head of Motives that I shall insist upon to enforce this Exhortation, shall be taken from the nature of the Person that I would have you acquainted with.
and if, after you have well weighed what I shall (with Gods leave) say, you can find out any one in Heaven or in Earth that will be a better friend to you,
and if, After you have well weighed what I shall (with God's leave) say, you can find out any one in Heaven or in Earth that will be a better friend to you,
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And if after trial, thorow trial, and intimate acquaintance, you find your self deceived, and that it was not worth the while to give your self so much trouble,
And if After trial, thorough trial, and intimate acquaintance, you find your self deceived, and that it was not worth the while to give your self so much trouble,
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but, O did they but know what God is to them that are acquainted with him, had they bur conversed with him themselves, did they but see what entertainement he gives, had they but been in his company,
but, O did they but know what God is to them that Are acquainted with him, had they burr conversed with him themselves, did they but see what entertainment he gives, had they but been in his company,
they would quickly say that it was a false report, and wicked scandal, that the Devil and the World, which know not God, had raised of him, they would soon cry out, that they would not for a world but that they had been at his house,
they would quickly say that it was a false report, and wicked scandal, that the devil and the World, which know not God, had raised of him, they would soon cry out, that they would not for a world but that they had been At his house,
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Is this the God they had such hard thoughts of? Is the kindness that they did so slight? Is this the friend that they were so loath to come to? And thus an ingenious soul will even be ashamed that it should ever harbour such low thoughts of him, whom now to their comfort they have found beyond apprehension kind.
Is this the God they had such hard thoughts of? Is the kindness that they did so slight? Is this the friend that they were so loath to come to? And thus an ingenious soul will even be ashamed that it should ever harbour such low thoughts of him, whom now to their Comfort they have found beyond apprehension kind.
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Believe it Sirs, you can't conceive what a friend you shall have of God, would you bus be perswaded to enter into Covenant with him, to be his, wholly his;
Believe it Sirs, you can't conceive what a friend you shall have of God, would you bus be persuaded to enter into Covenant with him, to be his, wholly his;
I tell you mony, that did somtimes think, and do as you do now, this is, set light by Christ and hate God, and saw no loveliness in him, are now quite of another mind, they would not for ten thousand worlds quit their interest in him.
I tell you money, that did sometimes think, and do as you do now, this is, Set Light by christ and hate God, and saw no loveliness in him, Are now quite of Another mind, they would not for ten thousand world's quit their Interest in him.
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O who dare say that he is a hard master? Who that knows him, will say he is an unkind friend? O what do poor creatures ail that they do entertain such harsh, sower thoughts of God? What, do you think there is nothing in that Scripture, Psal. 31.19. O how great is thy goodness which thou hast laid up for them that fear thee!
O who Dare say that he is a hard master? Who that knows him, will say he is an unkind friend? O what do poor creatures ail that they do entertain such harsh, sour thoughts of God? What, do you think there is nothing in that Scripture, Psalm 31.19. Oh how great is thy Goodness which thou hast laid up for them that Fear thee!
Read over the hundred forty fifth Psalm, and let us hear then what you have to say against God. Some indeed may speak of the might of Gods terrible acts;
Read over the hundred forty fifth Psalm, and let us hear then what you have to say against God. some indeed may speak of the might of God's terrible acts;
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yet even they cannot, will not condemn God of injustice, but exclaim against themselves for their unspeakable folly in slighting his kindness when it was tendered to them.
yet even they cannot, will not condemn God of injustice, but exclaim against themselves for their unspeakable folly in slighting his kindness when it was tendered to them.
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But as for others, ask them, and they will declare the goodness of God, they will abundantly utter the memory of his great goodness, and sing of his righteousness.
But as for Others, ask them, and they will declare the Goodness of God, they will abundantly utter the memory of his great Goodness, and sing of his righteousness.
and if after a thorow knowledge of God, and a real acquaintance with him, you can say that his favour is not to be sought after, his love not worth the desiring;
and if After a thorough knowledge of God, and a real acquaintance with him, you can say that his favour is not to be sought After, his love not worth the desiring;
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and after he had been in the company of God, and had been seasted by him, could say that he kept a short house, especially could we but enquire of those that sit down at his Table,
and After he had been in the company of God, and had been seasted by him, could say that he kept a short house, especially could we but inquire of those that fit down At his Table,
No, no, it is in sinners themselves, there lies the fault; they believe the malicious father of lyes, they easily credit the unexperienced ignorant world:
No, no, it is in Sinners themselves, there lies the fault; they believe the malicious father of lies, they Easily credit the unexperienced ignorant world:
O why will you take up a slander against your Creator so easily? Why will you receive such great things wherein your eternal welfare is concerned upon trust? Do but search diligently, turn over the Bible, consult the experiences of wiser men,
O why will you take up a slander against your Creator so Easily? Why will you receive such great things wherein your Eternal welfare is concerned upon trust? Do but search diligently, turn over the bible, consult the experiences of Wiser men,
And how doth the matter stand now poor heart? what must the Devil be believed before God? what is God a hard master still? of all the Creatures in the world, some of you have little reason to say so.
And how does the matter stand now poor heart? what must the devil be believed before God? what is God a hard master still? of all the Creatures in the world, Some of you have little reason to say so.
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Hast thou not been fed, cloathed, and delivered a thousand times by him? Who is it that provided so richly for you? Who filled your barns? Who restored your health at such & such a time,
Hast thou not been fed, clothed, and Delivered a thousand times by him? Who is it that provided so richly for you? Who filled your Barns? Who restored your health At such & such a time,
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when the Doctor gave you over? Was that one of his unkindnesses? Are these the things for which you slight him? God himself makes a challenge in Jer. 25 What iniquity have your fathers found in me, that they are gone far from me,
when the Doctor gave you over? Was that one of his Unkindnesses? are these the things for which you slight him? God himself makes a challenge in Jer. 25 What iniquity have your Father's found in me, that they Are gone Far from me,
And what sayst thou, O ungrateful Israel? have the Heathens more reason to cleave to their idols? Are the Pagans more beholding to their stocks and stones then thon art to the living God? And now what hast thou got by all this? hast thou increased thy riches? Are thy barns more full of Corn? Are there ever the more Cattel in thy Pastures? Are thy Presses more full of Grapes? Art thou not now grown poor? Is not the Heaven become as Brass,
And what Sayest thou, Oh ungrateful Israel? have the heathens more reason to cleave to their Idols? are the Pagans more beholding to their stocks and stones then thon art to the living God? And now what hast thou god by all this? hast thou increased thy riches? are thy Barns more full of Corn? are there ever the more Cattle in thy Pastures? are thy Presses more full of Grapes? Art thou not now grown poor? Is not the Heaven become as Brass,
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and the Earth as Iron? Do not thy Catten groan for want of food? Are not thy Vines and Fields grown barren? Why, you may thank your selves for all this;
and the Earth as Iron? Do not thy Catten groan for want of food? are not thy Vines and Fields grown barren? Why, you may thank your selves for all this;
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Return therefore, O backsliding Israel, and thou shalt know the difference between my service, and the service of Devils, Jer. 2.30, 31. Let me therefore again plead with thee, O God-despising sinner.
Return Therefore, Oh backsliding Israel, and thou shalt know the difference between my service, and the service of Devils, Jer. 2.30, 31. Let me Therefore again plead with thee, Oh God-despising sinner.
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as God did with Israel. Did not God bring thee into a world every way furnished for thy use? Hath he not subjected the Creatures of the world to thee? Who waters thy Fields out of his treasuries? Who opens the clods of the Earth,
as God did with Israel. Did not God bring thee into a world every Way furnished for thy use? Hath he not subjected the Creatures of the world to thee? Who waters thy Fields out of his treasuries? Who Opens the clods of the Earth,
if thou hadst not a fresh suppy from him every year, nay, every moment? O, is this his unkindness for which thou hatest him? And it is for this that thou hast such sower thoughts of him? And if all this were too little, he would do greater things then these;
if thou Hadst not a fresh suppy from him every year, nay, every moment? O, is this his unkindness for which thou Hatest him? And it is for this that thou hast such sour thoughts of him? And if all this were too little, he would do greater things then these;
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hath he not sent his Son out of his bosom? Doth he not offer thee Heaven and Glory? What canst thou in reason ask, that is good for thee, that he would deny thee,
hath he not sent his Son out of his bosom? Does he not offer thee Heaven and Glory? What Canst thou in reason ask, that is good for thee, that he would deny thee,
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enquire, I pray, what he found amiss in him? That you may know his mind the better, he hath left it upon Record in more then one or two places, what a friend he hath had of God, Psal. 16.6. The lines are fallen to me in pleasant places:
inquire, I pray, what he found amiss in him? That you may know his mind the better, he hath left it upon Record in more then one or two places, what a friend he hath had of God, Psalm 16.6. The lines Are fallen to me in pleasant places:
Why, what is that you boast of so much, O David? have not others had Kingdoms as well as you? No, that's not the thing, a Crown is one of the least Jewels in my Cabinet, The Lord is the portion of mine inheritance, and of my cup.
Why, what is that you boast of so much, Oh David? have not Others had Kingdoms as well as you? No, that's not the thing, a Crown is one of the least Jewels in my Cabinet, The Lord is the portion of mine inheritance, and of my cup.
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or no? Is he good and kind, or not? Is his favour worth the desiring and seeking after? Psal. 94.8. Ʋnder stand O ye brutish among the people, and ye fools when will you be wise:
or no? Is he good and kind, or not? Is his favour worth the desiring and seeking After? Psalm 94.8. Ʋnder stand Oh you brutish among the people, and you Fools when will you be wise:
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great is that God who hath given us hands and feet, and other members, above all, that he hath given us an understanding soul? And seeing most men are blind in these things, is it not fit that some that are more wise and able should publickly praise God for all these things? and now I am a lame old man,
great is that God who hath given us hands and feet, and other members, above all, that he hath given us an understanding soul? And seeing most men Are blind in these things, is it not fit that Some that Are more wise and able should publicly praise God for all these things? and now I am a lame old man,
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how bravely doth he set out the goodness of God? What say you, will you yet be perswaded to think well of God? Methinks I am loath to see my good master thus slighted and undervalued;
how bravely does he Set out the Goodness of God? What say you, will you yet be persuaded to think well of God? Methinks I am loath to see my good master thus slighted and undervalved;
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I shall conclude what I have to say upon this head, with another notable expression of the same divine and God-admiring Stoick, Idem c. 6. If men would study the nature of things,
I shall conclude what I have to say upon this head, with Another notable expression of the same divine and God-admiring Stoic, Idem c. 6. If men would study the nature of things,
It is a vulgar, and yet a dangerous errour, which the Devil would fain keep up the credit of, That a Religious life is a sad, melancholy, pensive life;
It is a Vulgar, and yet a dangerous error, which the devil would fain keep up the credit of, That a Religious life is a sad, melancholy, pensive life;
And is it true, that a Christians life is so uncomfortable a life? What then doth David mean to take his Harp so oft in his hand? What makes him so frequently to warble out those melodious Notes? How seldom is his Viol out of tune? Why is he so oft singing and rejoycing? Read the last Psalms at your leisure,
And is it true, that a Christians life is so uncomfortable a life? What then does David mean to take his Harp so oft in his hand? What makes him so frequently to warble out those melodious Notes? How seldom is his Violent out of tune? Why is he so oft singing and rejoicing? Read the last Psalms At your leisure,
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and then tell me whether that be the language of a sad mournful melancholy man? Do you never hear him speak of God, his exceeding joy? Doth he not tell God plainly sometimes, that he can scarce relish any thing but that which comes from his Table? Nothing else can comfort him.
and then tell me whither that be the language of a sad mournful melancholy man? Do you never hear him speak of God, his exceeding joy? Does he not tell God plainly sometime, that he can scarce relish any thing but that which comes from his Table? Nothing Else can Comfort him.
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As for his part he could take comfort in nothing below that, and that was it that the Lord had graciously promised to feed his servant with, as long as he lived;
As for his part he could take Comfort in nothing below that, and that was it that the Lord had graciously promised to feed his servant with, as long as he lived;
What say you, O Paul and Silus, now your backs are raw, and your feet are in the stocks? their singing speaks significantly enough for them that they were not over sad;
What say you, Oh Paul and Silas, now your backs Are raw, and your feet Are in the stocks? their singing speaks significantly enough for them that they were not over sad;
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Doth not their love burn as hot then as ever? Did ever any of them from Abel to the least that suffered in Christs cause, say that God was an uncomfortable Friend? Do not all the children of Wisdom, from first to last justifie Wisdom, and say, That all her ways are ways of pleasantness,
Does not their love burn as hight then as ever? Did ever any of them from Abel to the least that suffered in Christ cause, say that God was an uncomfortable Friend? Do not all the children of Wisdom, from First to last justify Wisdom, and say, That all her ways Are ways of pleasantness,
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How doth he come and chear them up when all the world is against them? Joh. 16.33. What made that Holy Man in Psal 23. say, That though he should walk through the valley of the shadow of death, he would fear no evil.
How does he come and cheer them up when all the world is against them? John 16.33. What made that Holy Man in Psalm 23. say, That though he should walk through the valley of the shadow of death, he would Fear no evil.
I challenge all the Gallants in the world out of all their Merry Jovial Clubs, to find such a company of merry chearful Creatures as the friends of God are.
I challenge all the Gallants in the world out of all their Merry Jovial Clubs, to find such a company of merry cheerful Creatures as the Friends of God Are.
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You think they can't be merry when their countenance is so grave, but they are sure you can't be truly merry when you smile with a curse upon your souls.
You think they can't be merry when their countenance is so grave, but they Are sure you can't be truly merry when you smile with a curse upon your Souls.
They know that he spoke that sentence who could not be mistaken, Prov. 14.13. Even in laughter the heart is sorrowful, and the end of that mirth is heaviness.
They know that he spoke that sentence who could not be mistaken, Curae 14.13. Even in laughter the heart is sorrowful, and the end of that mirth is heaviness.
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for he can look infinite Justice in the face with a chearful heart, he can hear of Hell with joy and thankfulness, he can think of the day of Judgment with great delight and comfort.
for he can look infinite justice in the face with a cheerful heart, he can hear of Hell with joy and thankfulness, he can think of the day of Judgement with great delight and Comfort.
come muster up all your jovial Blades together; call for your Harps and Viols, add what you will to make the consort compleat; bring in your richest Wines;
come muster up all your jovial Blades together; call for your Harps and Viols, add what you will to make the consort complete; bring in your Richest Wines;
Where are thy darling pleasures? have all forsaken thee? Why shouldest thou be dejected, there's a poor man in rags that's smiling? What, art thou quite bereft of all comfort? What's the matter man? What's the matter? There's a question with all my heart, to ask a man that must appear before a God to morrow morning.
Where Are thy darling pleasures? have all forsaken thee? Why Shouldst thou be dejected, there's a poor man in rags that's smiling? What, art thou quite bereft of all Comfort? What's the matter man? What's the matter? There's a question with all my heart, to ask a man that must appear before a God to morrow morning.
Well then, it seems your heart misgives you, what then did you mean to talk of joy and pleasures? are they all come to this? Why, there stands one that now hath his heart as full of comfort as ever it can hold;
Well then, it seems your heart misgives you, what then did you mean to talk of joy and pleasures? Are they all come to this? Why, there Stands one that now hath his heart as full of Comfort as ever it can hold;
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Nay, David when he seem'd to be somewhat out of tune, leaves this upon Record as undoubted truth, Psal. 73.1. That God is good to Israel, even to such as are of a clean heart;
Nay, David when he seemed to be somewhat out of tune, leaves this upon Record as undoubted truth, Psalm 73.1. That God is good to Israel, even to such as Are of a clean heart;
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The Israelite that wrestles with tears with God, and values his love above the whole world, that will not be put off without his Fathers blessing, he shall have it with a witness;
The Israelite that wrestles with tears with God, and value's his love above the Whole world, that will not be put off without his Father's blessing, he shall have it with a witness;
it's no rarity for the people of God in the midst of their spiritual enjoyments to pity poor foolish sinners, that slight those things which they know to be so refreshing:
it's no rarity for the people of God in the midst of their spiritual enjoyments to pity poor foolish Sinners, that slight those things which they know to be so refreshing:
Thus David did when his heart was solaced with the love of God, when his soul was ready to be over-burdened, over-powered with the abundant incomes of Gods kindness, he can't but with grief and pity think of their state, who have nothing to live upon but husks, whilest he seeds thus high.
Thus David did when his heart was solaced with the love of God, when his soul was ready to be overburdened, overpowered with the abundant incomes of God's kindness, he can't but with grief and pity think of their state, who have nothing to live upon but husks, whilst he seeds thus high.
and might have had more, could he have dispensed with the absence of this friend, could he but have been willing to have wanted those spiritual comforts.
and might have had more, could he have dispensed with the absence of this friend, could he but have been willing to have wanted those spiritual comforts.
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Let him perish that values not one hours communion with God, and the comforts of a divine life, above all the pleasures and comforts that the earth can afford.
Let him perish that value's not one hours communion with God, and the comforts of a divine life, above all the pleasures and comforts that the earth can afford.
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[ Ar. Epic. l. 3. cap. 24. ] Can you help me to such a friend (may all say with as good reason as he) that can keep me from all fears. O for such a friend!
[ Ar. Epic. l. 3. cap. 24. ] Can you help me to such a friend (may all say with as good reason as he) that can keep me from all fears. Oh for such a friend!
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Now what do you say to all this, is God to be desired? Is his acquaintance to be sought after? Can such a friend be too much valued? The truth of it is, I would not give a rush for any of your comforts which come not from a sense of our interest in Christ,
Now what do you say to all this, is God to be desired? Is his acquaintance to be sought After? Can such a friend be too much valued? The truth of it is, I would not give a rush for any of your comforts which come not from a sense of our Interest in christ,
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this, this is the state, here dwells joys, and comforts that deserve such a name. This lower Region sometimes is stormy, but above there is a constant calm.
this, this is the state, Here dwells Joys, and comforts that deserve such a name. This lower Region sometime is stormy, but above there is a constant Cam.
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but if thou hast a God to fly to, thou also mayest sing as well as those did, Isa. 26.1. Thou hast a strong City, salvation will God appoint for Walls and Bulwarks.
but if thou hast a God to fly to, thou also Mayest sing as well as those did, Isaiah 26.1. Thou hast a strong city, salvation will God appoint for Walls and Bulwarks.
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Do you believe, this friend sits in Heaven, and looks down upon the Earth for nothing? Be not deceived O sinner, that wilt not be perswaded to get reconsiliation with this Great and Holy Majesty.
Do you believe, this friend sits in Heaven, and looks down upon the Earth for nothing? Be not deceived Oh sinner, that wilt not be persuaded to get reconciliation with this Great and Holy Majesty.
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and as for the supplying of his wants, he knows if he comes at midnight to borrow bread of him, he will not put you off with this excuse, that he is a Bed and cannot rise from his Children,
and as for the supplying of his Wants, he knows if he comes At midnight to borrow bred of him, he will not put you off with this excuse, that he is a Bed and cannot rise from his Children,
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Well, lets us see now what this friend can do for you, your body is on the Rack, your hands are weak, your leggs tremble, your stomach fails, your sleep departs from you;
Well, lets us see now what this friend can do for you, your body is on the Rack, your hands Are weak, your legs tremble, your stomach fails, your sleep departs from you;
Where is now your friend? call for him speedily, come let us now see if he be a friend indeed, let us see it, can he give you one hours sleep, can be help you to one moments rest, can he give you no refreshment no help? Take him, lay him by you on your O its so heavy I cannot endure it:
Where is now your friend? call for him speedily, come let us now see if he be a friend indeed, let us see it, can he give you one hours sleep, can be help you to one moments rest, can he give you no refreshment no help? Take him, lay him by you on your Oh its so heavy I cannot endure it:
And is this the friend you prized so very highly? Is this all the kindness that he hath for you now? Is this all the help he can give you at such a time when a friend should stand one in some stead? Were you not told as much long ago,
And is this the friend you prized so very highly? Is this all the kindness that he hath for you now? Is this all the help he can give you At such a time when a friend should stand one in Some stead? Were you not told as much long ago,
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what sayest thou to this? Doth not thy Heart leap within thee for joy, when you consider the Infinite Goodness of God, that Reveals these things to Babes, which are hid from the Wise and Prudent:
what Sayest thou to this? Does not thy Heart leap within thee for joy, when you Consider the Infinite goodness of God, that Reveals these things to Babes, which Are hid from the Wise and Prudent:
where is such a thing as this heard of? but if such a thing were, it were a light matter in comparison of what I am speaking? Where do we ever read of a great Kings sending Embassador after Embassador to a poor beggar? What history doth record such a story at this, that a great Monarch should make earnest suit for many years together to a worthless slave, that he can hang when he will, that hath not a rag to her back, to make her his Queen;
where is such a thing as this herd of? but if such a thing were, it were a Light matter in comparison of what I am speaking? Where do we ever read of a great Kings sending Ambassador After Ambassador to a poor beggar? What history does record such a story At this, that a great Monarch should make earnest suit for many Years together to a worthless slave, that he can hang when he will, that hath not a rag to her back, to make her his Queen;
Nay, let me tell thee whosoever thou art remaining in a state of Nature, that readest these lines, that at this very time God is doing no less then all this comes to for thee;
Nay, let me tell thee whosoever thou art remaining in a state of Nature, that Readest these lines, that At this very time God is doing no less then all this comes to for thee;
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that God that made heaven and earth, to whom all the Nations of the earth are but as the drop of a bucket to the vast Ocean, who holdeth the Sea in the hollow of his hands, that weigheth the mountains in scales,
that God that made heaven and earth, to whom all the nations of the earth Are but as the drop of a bucket to the vast Ocean, who holds the Sea in the hollow of his hands, that weigheth the Mountains in scales,
that God that hath no less then a heaven to reward with, and a hell and everlasting flames to punish with, he it is, that doth by me beseech thee to be reconciled unto him, he it is that would be your Friend, your Acquaintance. O unheard of mercy! O infinite and unparallel'd condescention!
that God that hath no less then a heaven to reward with, and a hell and everlasting flames to Punish with, he it is, that does by me beseech thee to be reconciled unto him, he it is that would be your Friend, your Acquaintance. O unheard of mercy! O infinite and unparalleled condescension!
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I have oft thought there are two great astonishing wonders in the world, The one is Gods infinite mercy and condescention to rebellious apostatized man;
I have oft Thought there Are two great astonishing wonders in the world, The one is God's infinite mercy and condescension to rebellious apostatized man;
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he raiseth up the poor out of the dust, and lifted the needy out of the dunghill, that he may sit with Princes, &c. The Psalmist therefore had no small reason to cry out with admiration, Psal. 8.4.
he Raiseth up the poor out of the dust, and lifted the needy out of the dunghill, that he may fit with Princes, etc. The Psalmist Therefore had no small reason to cry out with admiration, Psalm 8.4.
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and yet how he stoops? Nahum 1.4. Psal. 18. Job 37, 38. an 39 Chapters, Isa. 40. Psal. 138.6. Though the Lord be high, yet hath be respect unto the lowly:
and yet how he stoops? Nahum 1.4. Psalm 18. Job 37, 38. an 39 Chapters, Isaiah 40. Psalm 138.6. Though the Lord be high, yet hath be respect unto the lowly:
That which ( Seneca, Epist. 17.) the Moralist speaks of Wisdom may be said of God, Epist. 61. It is lawful to come to him without rich attire and great attendance, come naked and you shall be as kindly entertained,
That which (Senecca, Epistle 17.) the Moralist speaks of Wisdom may be said of God, Epistle 61. It is lawful to come to him without rich attire and great attendance, come naked and you shall be as kindly entertained,
and in that condition, how many kisses, had that sweet creature from God? O it would do ones heart good to have such a friend? And this is the next qualification of this Friend, which may commend him to thy acquaintance, be thou never so poor, never so vile and sinful in thy own eyes, such as thy self he hath made welcome;
and in that condition, how many Kisses, had that sweet creature from God? O it would do ones heart good to have such a friend? And this is the next qualification of this Friend, which may commend him to thy acquaintance, be thou never so poor, never so vile and sinful in thy own eyes, such as thy self he hath made welcome;
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Where is the man that can tax him of the least unfaithfulness? Which is the man that can say that he ever forsook any of his in their greatest exigency? he hath been trusted more then once with more then the world is worth a thousand times over;
Where is the man that can Tax him of the least unfaithfulness? Which is the man that can say that he ever forsook any of his in their greatest exigency? he hath been trusted more then once with more then the world is worth a thousand times over;
Ask Abraham, who was one of Gods friends, God tells him that his seed shall inherit Canaan, and that they shall be strangers in a Land that was not theirs four hundered years;
Ask Abraham, who was one of God's Friends, God tells him that his seed shall inherit Canaan, and that they shall be Strangers in a Land that was not theirs four hundered Years;
and who would account himself wronged, if one that promised him ten pound in silver, should in the stead of it give him ten thousand pound in Gold and Jewels;
and who would account himself wronged, if one that promised him ten pound in silver, should in the stead of it give him ten thousand pound in Gold and Jewels;
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It may be God doth not cloath them in Silks and Sattins, (neither do I know that he ever promised to do so) but yet he cloaths them with the Righteousness of Christ,
It may be God does not cloth them in Silks and Satins, (neither do I know that he ever promised to do so) but yet he clothes them with the Righteousness of christ,
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where did any of them come to him to reveal some secret loathsome distemper to him, that he reproached them with it? To which of them did he promise a heaven,
where did any of them come to him to reveal Some secret loathsome distemper to him, that he reproached them with it? To which of them did he promise a heaven,
Ar. Epist. l.c. 26. He was no Christian, yet I suppose none will deny but he spake good Divinity, who said, If a man will choose God for his Friend, he shall travel securely through a Wilderness that hath many beasts of prey in it, he shall pass safely through this World,
Ar. Epistle l.c. 26. He was no Christian, yet I suppose none will deny but he spoke good Divinity, who said, If a man will choose God for his Friend, he shall travel securely through a Wilderness that hath many beasts of prey in it, he shall pass safely through this World,
for be only is safe that hath God for his guide. Doth he not speak a little like David himself, Psal. 37.26. Who never expected to come to glory, except he were guided by his counsel!
for be only is safe that hath God for his guide. Does he not speak a little like David himself, Psalm 37.26. Who never expected to come to glory, except he were guided by his counsel!
what then shall the heavenly Christian say, who hath experienced so much of Gods faithfulness in answering his Prayers, in fulfilling his promises, and supplying all his exigencies.
what then shall the heavenly Christian say, who hath experienced so much of God's faithfulness in answering his Prayers, in fulfilling his promises, and supplying all his exigencies.
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Faithful are the wounds of a friend, Prov. 2.7, 6. It was not for nothing that the Psalmist sticks so close to god, he had a little experience of the unfaithfulness of other friends, Psal. 38.9, 11. His Lovers and his Friends stood aloof from his sore,
Faithful Are the wounds of a friend, Curae 2.7, 6. It was not for nothing that the Psalmist sticks so close to god, he had a little experience of the unfaithfulness of other Friends, Psalm 38.9, 11. His Lovers and his Friends stood aloof from his soar,
some of them were willing to quench his thirst though with their blood, and yet for all that in all his life he never met with so faithfull a friend as his God, Psal. 89.8. O Lord God of hosts, who is a strong God like unto thee, or to thy faithfulness round about thee? He had rather trust his God then any of them all.
Some of them were willing to quench his thirst though with their blood, and yet for all that in all his life he never met with so faithful a friend as his God, Psalm 89.8. Oh Lord God of hosts, who is a strong God like unto thee, or to thy faithfulness round about thee? He had rather trust his God then any of them all.
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thou thinkest there is scarce a man upon the earth to be trusted? and wilt thou never be affraid of such a friend? wilt thou at last be wise and be acquainted with a friend that never proved unfaithfull? behold, such a one that would be glad with all his heart to entertain you, would you but forsake your old treacherous acquaintance.
thou Thinkest there is scarce a man upon the earth to be trusted? and wilt thou never be afraid of such a friend? wilt thou At last be wise and be acquainted with a friend that never proved unfaithful? behold, such a one that would be glad with all his heart to entertain you, would you but forsake your old treacherous acquaintance.
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and wilt thou not think such a friend after all this worth the having? Come, come, never stand fretting thy heart out with discontents, men will be men, that is, unfaithful as long as the world lasts.
and wilt thou not think such a friend After all this worth the having? Come, come, never stand fretting thy heart out with discontents, men will be men, that is, unfaithful as long as the world lasts.
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Do you expect as long as sin reigns in mens souls, that as long as Satan doth so much act therein, that they should forget to be selfish, covetous, deceitful? but now God will alway, be like himself a God, faithful, true, holy, just? and if any one in Heaven,
Do you expect as long as since reigns in men's Souls, that as long as Satan does so much act therein, that they should forget to be selfish, covetous, deceitful? but now God will always, be like himself a God, faithful, true, holy, just? and if any one in Heaven,
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for as one saith wisely, Thou hast far more reason to question thy own being then Gods. Now I say again, methinks he that hath been so oft perplexed with many unfaithful, unworthy carriages from them which he called friends, should be at last perswaded to try what this one friend would do for him.
for as one Says wisely, Thou hast Far more reason to question thy own being then God's Now I say again, methinks he that hath been so oft perplexed with many unfaithful, unworthy carriages from them which he called Friends, should be At last persuaded to try what this one friend would do for him.
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if the world and all its glory can do his any good, if Kingdoms and vast Dominions can advantage them, he can with better reason then he did to Christ, say, All this is mine,
if the world and all its glory can do his any good, if Kingdoms and vast Dominions can advantage them, he can with better reason then he did to christ, say, All this is mine,
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and who would account it a kindness to be given that which will do one hurt? but these are but toys and trifles in comparison of what God hath to bestow upon his friends, List up thine eyes, and behold those glistering Stars;
and who would account it a kindness to be given that which will do one hurt? but these Are but toys and trifles in comparison of what God hath to bestow upon his Friends, List up thine eyes, and behold those glistering Stars;
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shouldst thou but see those Treasuries opened, and know the worth of Gods Jewels, thou wouldst wonder what men and women meant, that they should need so much perswading to be acquainted with him that had such things to, bestow;
Shouldst thou but see those Treasuries opened, and know the worth of God's Jewels, thou Wouldst wonder what men and women meant, that they should need so much persuading to be acquainted with him that had such things to, bestow;
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Come along therefore with me, poor soul, thou that art not worth a groat, and hast never a friend that can or will give you any thing to speak of, come along with me,
Come along Therefore with me, poor soul, thou that art not worth a groat, and hast never a friend that can or will give you any thing to speak of, come along with me,
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and take a short prospect of the Territories of this mighty Monarch, let's get up to mount Pisgah, & make a survey of that goodly land, let's take a turn or two in the Courts of his place, consider well the pleasantness of this seat,
and take a short prospect of the Territories of this mighty Monarch, let's get up to mount Pisgah, & make a survey of that goodly land, let's take a turn or two in the Courts of his place, Consider well the pleasantness of this seat,
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how rarely it is accommodated, the richness of the furniture, the nobleness of the inhabitants, the sweetness of that harmony that founds night and day in that Temple, the unconceivable costliness, riches, glory, and excellency of every thing.
how rarely it is accommodated, the richness of the furniture, the nobleness of the inhabitants, the sweetness of that harmony that founds night and day in that Temple, the unconceivable costliness, riches, glory, and excellency of every thing.
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and the City is all of pure Gold, like unto clear glass, and the foundation of the walls of that City are garnished with all manner of precious stones, Rev. 21 &c. And what think you now where is the Prince upon earth that ever was master of such an estate? what are his attendants? the the meanest of those that stand in his presence, is no less then a King;
and the city is all of pure Gold, like unto clear glass, and the Foundation of the walls of that city Are garnished with all manner of precious stones, Rev. 21 etc. And what think you now where is the Prince upon earth that ever was master of such an estate? what Are his attendants? the the Meanest of those that stand in his presence, is no less then a King;
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and what dainty dishes they feed upon, I might speak of their Cloathing and Robes, all which speak the riches of that Lord which maintains his servants so highly.
and what dainty Dishes they feed upon, I might speak of their Clothing and Robes, all which speak the riches of that Lord which maintains his Servants so highly.
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and that since the beginning of the world men have not heard, neither can it enter into the heart of man, to conceive what a God is worth, what a friend you may have of him,
and that since the beginning of the world men have not herd, neither can it enter into the heart of man, to conceive what a God is worth, what a friend you may have of him,
His Kingdom hath no bounds, and his Dominions reach futher then both the Indies. The small love-tokens that he sends now and then to his Beloved into a far country, are of infinitely more value then all the Lockets of Diamonds and richest Pearls and Jewels in the world, Pro. 8. Behold how merrily Rebeccah looks upon a sorry Jewel or two presented by Eliezer from his Master,
His Kingdom hath no bounds, and his Dominions reach further then both the Indies. The small love-tokens that he sends now and then to his beloved into a Far country, Are of infinitely more valve then all the Lockets of Diamonds and Richest Pearls and Jewels in the world, Pro 8. Behold how merrily Rebecca looks upon a sorry Jewel or two presented by Eliezer from his Master,
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who will bring me acquainted with him, he shall have my heart, my dearest love? Methinks, should I ask you the same question that they did Rebeccah, Wilt thou go a long with me to such a friend? you should readily, without any further dispute say,
who will bring me acquainted with him, he shall have my heart, my dearest love? Methinks, should I ask you the same question that they did Rebecca, Wilt thou go a long with me to such a friend? you should readily, without any further dispute say,
Why then do you talk of a year, a mouth longer? O what ail poor Creatures to make us stand waiting so long for an answer? Do you ever expect a better offer? Do you look to advance your selves somewhere else? Can you hope for a better, a richer match? Go thee and search out among all thy Lovers which make suit to thee, which of them can feed thee with such costly viands, which of them can cloath you in such Royall Apparel? which of then can make you such a Joynture? Consider wisely and speedily, that I may turn to the right hand or the left.
Why then do you talk of a year, a Mouth longer? O what ail poor Creatures to make us stand waiting so long for an answer? Do you ever expect a better offer? Do you look to advance your selves somewhere Else? Can you hope for a better, a Richer match? Go thee and search out among all thy Lovers which make suit to thee, which of them can feed thee with such costly viands, which of them can cloth you in such Royal Apparel? which of then can make you such a Jointure? Consider wisely and speedily, that I may turn to the right hand or the left.
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What, saith thou, canst thou amongst them all better thy self? Is there any one like him? Is there any of the Sons of the mighty comparable to him? Are any of the Kings,
What, Says thou, Canst thou among them all better thy self? Is there any one like him? Is there any of the Sons of the mighty comparable to him? are any of the Kings,
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or great ones of the Earth able to make you such an offer, or should they, can any of them make it good? What, have you yet resolved upon the point or not? What it is you stand for, I pray do you question the truth of what I speak? Do you make account I speak of the highest,
or great ones of the Earth able to make you such an offer, or should they, can any of them make it good? What, have you yet resolved upon the point or not? What it is you stand for, I pray do you question the truth of what I speak? Do you make account I speak of the highest,
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what is it thou wantest, what attendants dost thou lack to wait upon thee to my Court? are they Prophets, Apostles, Ministers, Angels, they shall be given, 1 Cor 3.21. Do but try him;
what is it thou Wantest, what attendants dost thou lack to wait upon thee to my Court? Are they prophets, Apostles, Ministers, Angels, they shall be given, 1 Cor 3.21. Do but try him;
tell God, that seeing in his infinite goodness and condescention, he hath been pleased to give thee leave to ask without restraint, thou dost humbly request his Son for thy Lord and Husband, himself for thy Father, God,
tell God, that seeing in his infinite Goodness and condescension, he hath been pleased to give thee leave to ask without restraint, thou dost humbly request his Son for thy Lord and Husband, himself for thy Father, God,
When do any of these go sad from his Court? When do any of the seed of Jacob seek his face in vain? This, this is the generation of thriving ones, who seek for life, immortality and glory;
When do any of these go sad from his Court? When do any of the seed of Jacob seek his face in vain? This, this is the generation of thriving ones, who seek for life, immortality and glory;
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But, alas, alas, how little power have all these things with the sensual world? What are men and women turn'd to? What sots & bruits are they in the concerns of their souls,
But, alas, alas, how little power have all these things with the sensual world? What Are men and women turned to? What sots & bruits Are they in the concerns of their Souls,
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Thou tellest over thy moneys very fast methinks, but are you sure all that is Gold which doth so glister? Is all that currant Silver? Will it go in another Countrey? Is it not possible,
Thou Tellest over thy moneys very fast methinks, but Are you sure all that is Gold which does so glister? Is all that currant Silver? Will it go in Another Country? Is it not possible,
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here is one that will give you, will you but desire earnestly his acquaintance, such treasure that will not perish, such silver that hath no tin, such gold which hath no dross, such true riches that can't be taken away from you.
Here is one that will give you, will you but desire earnestly his acquaintance, such treasure that will not perish, such silver that hath no tin, such gold which hath no dross, such true riches that can't be taken away from you.
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He hath of late been acquainted with a Friend that hath given him that which makes him esteem himself more worth then if he were possessest of ten times more then ever Alexander or Cesars was.
He hath of late been acquainted with a Friend that hath given him that which makes him esteem himself more worth then if he were possessest of ten times more then ever Alexander or Caesars was.
A Friend of Cyrus in Xeniphon being asked where his Treasure was, which made him to think so highly of himself? his answer was, Where Cyrus his Friend was. A Christian may with much better reason and chearfulness,
A Friend of Cyrus in Xeniphon being asked where his Treasure was, which made him to think so highly of himself? his answer was, Where Cyrus his Friend was. A Christian may with much better reason and cheerfulness,
Would they not all be of Pauls mind, and even scorn the motion, and count the glory of a thousand worlds but as dung and dross in comparison of the excellency of the knowledge of Christ Jesus their Lord, Phil. 3.8.
Would they not all be of Paul's mind, and even scorn the motion, and count the glory of a thousand world's but as dung and dross in comparison of the excellency of the knowledge of christ jesus their Lord, Philip 3.8.
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And what, will not this mighty and powerful Argument, which weighs as much as a thousand others, prevail? And do you still say, what profit will there be in serving the Lord,
And what, will not this mighty and powerful Argument, which weighs as much as a thousand Others, prevail? And do you still say, what profit will there be in serving the Lord,
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& to this a vast unmeasurable tract of ground, land of inheritance, the most fertile soil in the world, bringing in such a burden every year that shall trouble the owner to reap it;
& to this a vast unmeasurable tract of ground, land of inheritance, the most fertile soil in the world, bringing in such a burden every year that shall trouble the owner to reap it;
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suppose he were provided with all the exquisite Rarities that the Air, Sea, or Earth can afford, yet for all this he were a beggar, in comparison of one that hath God for his Friend:
suppose he were provided with all the exquisite Rarities that the Air, Sea, or Earth can afford, yet for all this he were a beggar, in comparison of one that hath God for his Friend:
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when it is riches, true riches that I would have you look after, an estate that I would have you mind, which may be had for the looking after, have I not cause to admire what need a man should have to use so many words? Had you money to spare,
when it is riches, true riches that I would have you look After, an estate that I would have you mind, which may be had for the looking After, have I not cause to admire what need a man should have to use so many words? Had you money to spare,
Should I offer to bring you to the place and person of whom you might buy it, should I not soon have your company? should not your necessaries be quickly made ready for such a journey? would you not be up betimes in the morning? nay, would you not travel all night,
Should I offer to bring you to the place and person of whom you might buy it, should I not soon have your company? should not your necessaries be quickly made ready for such a journey? would you not be up betimes in the morning? nay, would you not travel all night,
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Nay, were there but a possibility of obtaining of it, at least a probability, I perswade my self you would not fail to look after it the very first thing you did.
Nay, were there but a possibility of obtaining of it, At least a probability, I persuade my self you would not fail to look After it the very First thing you did.
Why, what then is the matter that I can do no more in the business that I am about? I am sure I bring you tidings of a better bargain, a braver purchase,
Why, what then is the matter that I can do no more in the business that I am about? I am sure I bring you tidings of a better bargain, a braver purchase,
and quite beside themselves? What, is a Feather better then a Crown, Brass then Gold? Is a Glass to be preferred before a Diamond, finite Enjoyments before everlasting Riches, Darkness before Light, the World before God? O how is man sunk below himself? What hath sin made men and women? If this be not folly and madness, what is? Such may go for wise men in the worlds account that makes such choices;
and quite beside themselves? What, is a Feather better then a Crown, Brass then Gold? Is a Glass to be preferred before a Diamond, finite Enjoyments before everlasting Riches, Darkness before Light, the World before God? O how is man sunk below himself? What hath since made men and women? If this be not folly and madness, what is? Such may go for wise men in the world's account that makes such choices;
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And what meanest thou, O my soul, that thou art no more affected to see such vast multitudes of brain-sick frantick sinners, that make light of the tender of the Gospel, that take them for their enemies, who would do their utmost to make them happy for ever.
And what Meanest thou, Oh my soul, that thou art no more affected to see such vast Multitudes of brainsick frantic Sinners, that make Light of the tender of the Gospel, that take them for their enemies, who would do their utmost to make them happy for ever.
O what shall I do? How shall I perswade you? What Arguments will prevail? O thou great and mighty God, give men and women but a spiritual understanding of these things, make them deeply apprehensive of their excellency and reality,
O what shall I do? How shall I persuade you? What Arguments will prevail? O thou great and mighty God, give men and women but a spiritual understanding of these things, make them deeply apprehensive of their excellency and reality,
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never was any friend so much concerned for another as God for his. What else mean those high expressions of pity in Isa. 63.9. In all their afflictions he was afflicted, and the Angel of his presence saved them:
never was any friend so much concerned for Another as God for his. What Else mean those high expressions of pity in Isaiah 63.9. In all their afflictions he was afflicted, and the Angel of his presence saved them:
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Alas poor creatures, they are quite undone, their enemies are very barbarous, but he shew'd it in that most real demonstration, by saving of them by the Angel of his presence.
Alas poor creatures, they Are quite undone, their enemies Are very barbarous, but he showed it in that most real demonstration, by Saving of them by the Angel of his presence.
But suppose his friends are carried Captive, are they not quite out of the reach of his help? No, his love, pity and power, will find them out in any place under Heaven;
But suppose his Friends Are carried Captive, Are they not quite out of the reach of his help? No, his love, pity and power, will find them out in any place under Heaven;
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and when any of his are groaning under any trials or temptation, what sending and running is there? how many Cordials are prepared for them? what calling to this servant and that servant to attend them with all the care that may be,
and when any of his Are groaning under any trials or temptation, what sending and running is there? how many Cordials Are prepared for them? what calling to this servant and that servant to attend them with all the care that may be,
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and to comfort them in this state? and in case of abuse, how doth he shew his love to them? If you should ask Pharaoh, he would tell you, that Gods Friends are edge tools:
and to Comfort them in this state? and in case of abuse, how does he show his love to them? If you should ask Pharaoh, he would tell you, that God's Friends Are edge tools:
How did he bare the afflictions of his people Israel in Egypt? did he stand still as if he were unconcerned? did he shut his eyes & not see? or did he stop his ears to their cries? No, no, he sees, he sees the sufferings of his in Egypt, and that both enemies and friends too shall know the one to their comfort,
How did he bore the afflictions of his people Israel in Egypt? did he stand still as if he were unconcerned? did he shut his eyes & not see? or did he stop his ears to their cries? No, no, he sees, he sees the sufferings of his in Egypt, and that both enemies and Friends too shall know the one to their Comfort,
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and brandish his glittering sword, and sheath it in the hearts of his and their enemies? Wherefore is it that God hath so many controversies with Edom, Ammon, and Amalek? Why doth he muster up his forces with violence against Babylon? Whose quarrel doth he engage in? What was the ground of that War? If you read over all the indictments that are before this great Judge, you will find this a common one their hatred of his people;
and brandish his glittering sword, and sheath it in the hearts of his and their enemies? Wherefore is it that God hath so many controversies with Edom, Ammon, and Amalek? Why does he muster up his forces with violence against Babylon? Whose quarrel does he engage in? What was the ground of that War? If you read over all the indictments that Are before this great Judge, you will find this a Common one their hatred of his people;
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as for them they soon forgot their Covenant, yet for all that God remembers his; though Ephraim forget to be a Child, yet God can't forget to be a Father.
as for them they soon forgotten their Covenant, yet for all that God remembers his; though Ephraim forget to be a Child, yet God can't forget to be a Father.
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Though they had many compassionate Prophets that called after them day and night, when they saw them turning their backs upon God, yet they were not minded.
Though they had many compassionate prophets that called After them day and night, when they saw them turning their backs upon God, yet they were not minded.
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Who now would conceive that God should ever think a thought of kindness towards them more? yet hear what God saith, How shall I give thee up, O Ephraim? how shall I deliver thee, O Israel? how shall I make thee as Admah? and how shall I seat thee as Zebulon? My heart is turned within me, my repentings are kindled together.
Who now would conceive that God should ever think a Thought of kindness towards them more? yet hear what God Says, How shall I give thee up, Oh Ephraim? how shall I deliver thee, Oh Israel? how shall I make thee as Admah? and how shall I seat thee as Zebulon? My heart is turned within me, my repentings Are kindled together.
Ephraim was up in open Arms against his maker, he did rebel most unworthily against his good Lord and Friend, to whom he was bound by infinite Engagements.
Ephraim was up in open Arms against his maker, he did rebel most unworthily against his good Lord and Friend, to whom he was bound by infinite Engagements.
one would think that after such unfaithfulness, he should for ever banish them his Court; one would soon conceive that he should think of dis-inheriting such rebellious Children;
one would think that After such unfaithfulness, he should for ever banish them his Court; one would soon conceive that he should think of disinheriting such rebellious Children;
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who then could imagine that he should ever trouble himself with them any more? Should one not look every day when he should quite cast them off? Why, God seems sometimes to threaten as much,
who then could imagine that he should ever trouble himself with them any more? Should one not look every day when he should quite cast them off? Why, God seems sometime to threaten as much,
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and unfriendly quarrelling, what murmuring and repining, doth he bear, even from them for whom he hath done such great things? How strangely do they carry themselves!
and unfriendly quarreling, what murmuring and repining, does he bear, even from them for whom he hath done such great things? How strangely do they carry themselves!
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and indeed except we knew what it was to be infinite in holiness, could we any way conceive how infinite his Patience is, Psal. 106 ▪ 43, 44. Many times did he deliver them:
and indeed except we knew what it was to be infinite in holiness, could we any Way conceive how infinite his Patience is, Psalm 106 ▪ 43, 44. Many times did he deliver them:
Nevertheless he regarded their affliction, when he heard their cry, and he remembred for them his Covenant, &c. Here, here's Patience, here's love and goodness with a witness!
Nevertheless he regarded their affliction, when he herd their cry, and he remembered for them his Covenant, etc. Here, here's Patience, here's love and Goodness with a witness!
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and that at the best doth serve him with so little delight? What friend would continue his familiarity and kindness there, where he hath found abundance of falseness? and who but thou, O God, is so merciful and gratious, Long-suffering,
and that At the best does serve him with so little delight? What friend would continue his familiarity and kindness there, where he hath found abundance of falseness? and who but thou, Oh God, is so merciful and gracious, Long-suffering,
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(Epict.) What is it, O man, that thou loosest thy sleep for? what is it that thou art at so much charge to buy? that rather then you will want it, Estate, Blood, Life and Soul,
(Epict) What is it, Oh man, that thou loosest thy sleep for? what is it that thou art At so much charge to buy? that rather then you will want it, Estate, Blood, Life and Soul,
(Antoninus) Is it such an honour to have a company of fools to call him wise that it may be is like themselves? is it worth a Soul to have it said when I am in hell, there lived a brave Gentleman, that kept a Noble house,
(Antoninus) Is it such an honour to have a company of Fools to call him wise that it may be is like themselves? is it worth a Soul to have it said when I am in hell, there lived a brave Gentleman, that kept a Noble house,
that is, in plain English, where a man might be incouraged to damn his Soul. There lived a Noble gallant Person who bid defiance to the Almighty, that had courage enough to go to hell merrily,
that is, in plain English, where a man might be encouraged to damn his Soul. There lived a Noble gallant Person who bid defiance to the Almighty, that had courage enough to go to hell merrily,
and a fool have? (Anton.) Will those Names, that Grandeur and state, those high Titles, render you more acceptable to God? will they procure you a freer access into the presence of that great King? will those great words scare death? will he say when he comes to your house, this is a person of quality, I must not be so bold as to come near him? will your honour procure you a protection from the arrests of this Serjeant? Where is the Honourable Personage, the Gentleman, Knight, Lord, King,
and a fool have? (Anton) Will those Names, that Grandeur and state, those high Titles, render you more acceptable to God? will they procure you a freer access into the presence of that great King? will those great words scare death? will he say when he comes to your house, this is a person of quality, I must not be so bold as to come near him? will your honour procure you a protection from the arrests of this sergeant? Where is the Honourable Personage, the Gentleman, Knight, Lord, King,
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or in another world? Can that be better worth then Heaven, then God? O that we might but know what it is, that great thing is, which is preferred before Christ and everlasting glory? Again, I ask what is it that the Grandees of the world do so much idolize? Is it to be called Wise, Great,
or in Another world? Can that be better worth then Heaven, then God? O that we might but know what it is, that great thing is, which is preferred before christ and everlasting glory? Again, I ask what is it that the Grandees of the world do so much idolise? Is it to be called Wise, Great,
and flattering a Tyrant, who yesterday was the son of a Stage-Player, and to morrow shall be shorter by the head? What good will it do a beggar that is ready to be starved, to be told that he is a Prince, a brave fellow, worth some thousands by the year? But would yon know which is the ready way to true honour? I tell you, it consists not in the favor of them that must die like themselves,
and flattering a Tyrant, who yesterday was the son of a Stage-Player, and to morrow shall be shorter by the head? What good will it do a beggar that is ready to be starved, to be told that he is a Prince, a brave fellow, worth Some thousands by the year? But would yond know which is the ready Way to true honour? I tell you, it consists not in the favour of them that must die like themselves,
And how few of the Gallants of the world understand the nature of this honour? How do most of them account that which is the only true badge of Nobility, a term of disgrace;
And how few of the Gallants of the world understand the nature of this honour? How do most of them account that which is the only true badge of Nobilt, a term of disgrace;
and he will tell you that Glory and honour are in his presence, 1 Chron. 16.27. Mans onely honour and true dignity lies in his nearness, and acquaintance with God.
and he will tell you that Glory and honour Are in his presence, 1 Chronicles 16.27. men only honour and true dignity lies in his nearness, and acquaintance with God.
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David was of the mind, that it was none of the lowest honours to be Gods servant, Psal. 84. It is upon the account of Israels near Relation to God that Moses reckons them the happiest, the most honourable people in the world.
David was of the mind, that it was none of the lowest honours to be God's servant, Psalm 84. It is upon the account of Israel's near Relation to God that Moses reckons them the Happiest, the most honourable people in the world.
Because God had avouched them to be his peculiar people, therefore they might well be said to be high above all the Nations which God had made, in praise, in name,
Because God had avouched them to be his peculiar people, Therefore they might well be said to be high above all the nations which God had made, in praise, in name,
this sets him but little below the Angels, this Crowns him with Glory and Honour, Psal. 8.45. This is that which puts a true personal worth upon any one;
this sets him but little below the Angels, this Crowns him with Glory and Honour, Psalm 8.45. This is that which puts a true personal worth upon any one;
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they are ready to despise the Noble Worthies of the World, such as can look upon Kingdoms as small things in comparison of what they have an interest in, who can call God Father, and Christ Brother.
they Are ready to despise the Noble Worthies of the World, such as can look upon Kingdoms as small things in comparison of what they have an Interest in, who can call God Father, and christ Brother.
or his Crown upon his head? and will you say that therefore he was but a common person? But those heavenly Creatures that have a more spiritual resined sense, that understands something of things and Persons, are quite of another mind, they can look upon great ones in the midst of their gallantry, without a friend in Heaven,
or his Crown upon his head? and will you say that Therefore he was but a Common person? But those heavenly Creatures that have a more spiritual resigned sense, that understands something of things and Persons, Are quite of Another mind, they can look upon great ones in the midst of their gallantry, without a friend in Heaven,
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They can also look upon a poor despised Saint, a contemned Christian, though as to a carnal eye, he should look as if he could scarce speak sense, to be a favourite of Heaven, a person of quality;
They can also look upon a poor despised Saint, a contemned Christian, though as to a carnal eye, he should look as if he could scarce speak sense, to be a favourite of Heaven, a person of quality;
such a one as this he values as the Son of a King, a Citizen of Zion, one of the Royal Race, one of that glorious Retinue, that stand always in the presence of God to serve him, the least of which are Kings and Priests to their great Lord, Rev. 1.6. By faith he sees their Crown, and looks upon that Royal Diadem, which shall ere long be put upon their princely heads.
such a one as this he value's as the Son of a King, a Citizen of Zion, one of the Royal Raze, one of that glorious Retinue, that stand always in the presence of God to serve him, the least of which Are Kings and Priests to their great Lord, Rev. 1.6. By faith he sees their Crown, and looks upon that Royal Diadem, which shall ere long be put upon their princely Heads.
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why then he could look upon brutes themselves as his equals, except in this, that their pleasures are more certain, and their miseries less understood.
why then he could look upon brutes themselves as his equals, except in this, that their pleasures Are more certain, and their misery's less understood.
and that Numa Pompilius esteemed it a higher honour to be a Friend of God, then a Lord of Men. Consider poor sinner, consider what honours you slight, what preserments you refuse, what dignity you undervalue,
and that Numa Pompilius esteemed it a higher honour to be a Friend of God, then a Lord of Men. Consider poor sinner, Consider what honours you slight, what preferments you refuse, what dignity you undervalue,
Had that brave Stoick, Epictetus I mean, known God in Christ, he would much more have wondered at the inconsiderateness of them which make nothing of being related to God as a Father, he would much more have pitty'd them which cleave to their lower, meaner kindred, beast, who had rather be like Swine then God,
Had that brave Stoic, Epictetus I mean, known God in christ, he would much more have wondered At the inconsiderateness of them which make nothing of being related to God as a Father, he would much more have pitied them which cleave to their lower, meaner kindred, beast, who had rather be like Swine then God,
Seems it to you but a light matter to be a Kings Son? is it but a small matter, think you, to call God Father? is it nothing to be born to a Crown Immortal, that sadeth not away? This is honour, this is preferment worth the having, worth the looking after, worth the venturing ones life for.
Seems it to you but a Light matter to be a Kings Son? is it but a small matter, think you, to call God Father? is it nothing to be born to a Crown Immortal, that sadeth not away? This is honour, this is preferment worth the having, worth the looking After, worth the venturing ones life for.
O let me have this preferment, though I live like Job at his lowest, and dye like Lazarus. Let others sue for the favour of Princes, let them make the best of what the world can give, let them desire that which hath been dangerous to more then Haman; I hope I should never envy them, might I but have more frequent and intimate converse with God, may I be but acquainted with him;
O let me have this preferment, though I live like Job At his lowest, and die like Lazarus. Let Others sue for the favour of Princes, let them make the best of what the world can give, let them desire that which hath been dangerous to more then Haman; I hope I should never envy them, might I but have more frequent and intimate converse with God, may I be but acquainted with him;
O my Soul what meanest thou, that thou still speakest so faintly and coldly of such infinitely glorious things? Why doth not a new life animate thee at the very mention of these things? Hast thou not far more cause to raise up thy desponding Spirits with chearfulness,
O my Soul what Meanest thou, that thou still Speakest so faintly and coldly of such infinitely glorious things? Why does not a new life animate thee At the very mention of these things? Hast thou not Far more cause to raise up thy desponding Spirits with cheerfulness,
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then old Lacob, when his Son Joseph, who was Lord of that Land, sent for him into Egypt? Thy Father O my Soul, thy Brother is Lord, not of Egypt, nor of Goshen, but of Eden, of Zion; he is the King of that glorious City, the new Jerusalem; Heaven is his Throne,
then old Lacob, when his Son Joseph, who was Lord of that Land, sent for him into Egypt? Thy Father Oh my Soul, thy Brother is Lord, not of Egypt, nor of Goshen, but of Eden, of Zion; he is the King of that glorious city, the new Jerusalem; Heaven is his Throne,
behold the provision that he hath sent to maintain thee comfortably in thy journey from Egypt to Canaan; is not this enough? O my Soul awake, up and see him before thou dyest;
behold the provision that he hath sent to maintain thee comfortably in thy journey from Egypt to Canaan; is not this enough? O my Soul awake, up and see him before thou Dies;
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Contemplate somtimes on these things, and a little antedate that Glory by Spiritual mediation, do but think what a brave sight that will be to see the mountains covered with Chariots of fire,
Contemplate sometimes on these things, and a little antedate that Glory by Spiritual mediation, do but think what a brave sighed that will be to see the Mountains covered with Chariots of fire,
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the vastness of the distance would so much swallow his mind, and the unsuitableness of his Spirit to such company takes off that content which otherwise he might enjoy.
the vastness of the distance would so much swallow his mind, and the unsuitableness of his Spirit to such company Takes off that content which otherwise he might enjoy.
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yet the Soul of man being immediately from God, and Spiritual like God, and having a Divine new Nature infused into it by the Spirit in Regeneration, it finds an infinite suitableness, pleasure and content in the injoyment of Gods presence,
yet the Soul of man being immediately from God, and Spiritual like God, and having a Divine new Nature infused into it by the Spirit in Regeneration, it finds an infinite suitableness, pleasure and content in the enjoyment of God's presence,
yet that God should make in his Creature such Noble Dispositions, and such Divine Qualifications, that there should be the greatest suitableness in the World between God and the Soul, and the Soul and God;
yet that God should make in his Creature such Noble Dispositions, and such Divine Qualifications, that there should be the greatest suitableness in the World between God and the Soul, and the Soul and God;
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to rejoyce in their company, and they in his; and how could this be, except there was a suitableness in them one to another. Their wills are suited; what God wills they will;
to rejoice in their company, and they in his; and how could this be, except there was a suitableness in them one to Another. Their wills Are suited; what God wills they will;
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or rather were we trimmed up in our eldest brothers Robes, and brought into the immediate presence of this great King, where we set before that glorious Throne, where the infinite brightness of his Majesty shines so that the Angels themselves do vail their faces before him;
or rather were we trimmed up in our eldest Brother's Robes, and brought into the immediate presence of this great King, where we Set before that glorious Throne, where the infinite brightness of his Majesty shines so that the Angels themselves do Vail their faces before him;
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yet for all that we should not long stand silent, as if the place and company were unsuitable to us, it would not be long before we should carry it as those that were nearly related,
yet for all that we should not long stand silent, as if the place and company were unsuitable to us, it would not be long before we should carry it as those that were nearly related,
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but here, O here's the grief while we are here in a strange Country, there is somthing (in all the poor fallen children of Adam, nay, in those of them that are recovered,
but Here, Oh here's the grief while we Are Here in a strange Country, there is something (in all the poor fallen children of Adam, nay, in those of them that Are recovered,
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and thou wilt take infinite complacency and delight in him, and he in thee. And thus shalt thou spend Eternity in unconceivable joy, delight and pleasures.
and thou wilt take infinite complacency and delight in him, and he in thee. And thus shalt thou spend Eternity in unconceivable joy, delight and pleasures.
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Can I have better Company then such a Father? Cana greater happiness be conceived then Eternal Glory, a pleasanter place then Heaven? That which I can speak, you can't hear;
Can I have better Company then such a Father? Cana greater happiness be conceived then Eternal Glory, a pleasanter place then Heaven? That which I can speak, you can't hear;
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O had I but known so much as I do now, when I was in your condition upon earth, I should with incomparable greater earnestness have sought after acquaintance with God then I did.
O had I but known so much as I do now, when I was in your condition upon earth, I should with incomparable greater earnestness have sought After acquaintance with God then I did.
I thought one smile sweet upon earth, but now I see and feel infinitely more what you enjoy now, is a shadow, in comparison of what you will enjoy hereafter.
I Thought one smile sweet upon earth, but now I see and feel infinitely more what you enjoy now, is a shadow, in comparison of what you will enjoy hereafter.
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O what do you mean, that you prize his favour no more, that you get no more intimate acquaintance with him? What do you mean that you are so unwilling to come to this place of joy? O, were you but possest of what I speak of, you would say what I say, you would never be weary of praising and serving him, you would never wish your self out of his presence,
O what do you mean, that you prize his favour no more, that you get no more intimate acquaintance with him? What do you mean that you Are so unwilling to come to this place of joy? O, were you but possessed of what I speak of, you would say what I say, you would never be weary of praising and serving him, you would never wish your self out of his presence,
Would an ignorant poor Creature that is but one remove above a beast, be fit to mannage the great matters of Government? How ridiculously would he behave himself in a Chair of State!
Would an ignorant poor Creature that is but one remove above a beast, be fit to manage the great matters of Government? How ridiculously would he behave himself in a Chair of State!
his business is to serve his Maker, but what pittiful work doth he make of it? man is made for an everlasting State, he is sent into this world to provide for another;
his business is to serve his Maker, but what pitiful work does he make of it? man is made for an everlasting State, he is sent into this world to provide for Another;
Sometimes he rages, and desires with all speed to remove him that would set him in the road to Zion; he calls for a Hatchet to cut down the bough upon which himself stands.
Sometime he rages, and Desires with all speed to remove him that would Set him in the road to Zion; he calls for a Hatchet to Cut down the bough upon which himself Stands.
now his affairs are upon the matter almost desperate? why, if thou wilt but hear, here is one that will yet undertake their foul cause if you will be advised by him,
now his affairs Are upon the matter almost desperate? why, if thou wilt but hear, Here is one that will yet undertake their foul cause if you will be advised by him,
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Who is it that David goes to for counsel, when his politick Enemies combined against him? where doth he advise? who brings him out of all his intricacies? Is it not He that I am perswading you to go to, who was never out-witted, who can easily turn the councel of Achitophels into foolishness;
Who is it that David Goes to for counsel, when his politic Enemies combined against him? where does he Advice? who brings him out of all his intricacies? Is it not He that I am persuading you to go to, who was never outwitted, who can Easily turn the council of Achitophels into foolishness;
And this is he who will be a constant Councellor to all those that are his friends, his acquaintance. Seneca, Epist. 41.81. gives excellent counsel indeed, which if we will precisely follow, our matters can't, but succeed.
And this is he who will be a constant Councillor to all those that Are his Friends, his acquaintance. Senecca, Epistle 41.81. gives excellent counsel indeed, which if we will precisely follow, our matters can't, but succeed.
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Art thou never in any straights? are all thy affaires carryed on with so much prudence, both as to time and eternity, that thou standst in no need of advice? Art thou sure that this will always be thy condition? If not,
Art thou never in any straights? Are all thy affairs carried on with so much prudence, both as to time and eternity, that thou Standest in no need of Advice? Art thou sure that this will always be thy condition? If not,
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And again he saith, by the help of this Counsellour he was wiser than his treachers, Psal. 119.18. Here therefore what you had best to do as matters stand with you, Prov. 4.11. He will teach thee in the way of wisdom:
And again he Says, by the help of this Counselor he was Wiser than his treachers, Psalm 119.18. Here Therefore what you had best to do as matters stand with you, Curae 4.11. He will teach thee in the Way of Wisdom:
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When thou goest, thy steps shall not be straightned, and when thou runnest, thou shalt not stumble, &c. 1 Cor. 1.15. Because the foolishness of God is wiser than men.
When thou goest, thy steps shall not be straightened, and when thou runnest, thou shalt not Stumble, etc. 1 Cor. 1.15. Because the foolishness of God is Wiser than men.
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Well, what say you sinners, is this considerable that I do now propound, or is it not? Can you plead your own cause, can you clear your title to glory without him? if not, be well advised before you slight such a motion,
Well, what say you Sinners, is this considerable that I do now propound, or is it not? Can you plead your own cause, can you clear your title to glory without him? if not, be well advised before you slight such a motion,
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But where is such a one to be found? What Histories can give us an account of such amities? Let persons be united in never so close an union, conjoyned in the fastest knot that nature can tie,
But where is such a one to be found? What Histories can give us an account of such amities? Let Persons be united in never so close an Union, conjoined in the fastest knot that nature can tie,
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So that sometimes I have been almost of this mind, as to all worldly friends, considering them abstract from God (for grace in any friend doth unspeakably sweeten the relation,
So that sometime I have been almost of this mind, as to all worldly Friends, considering them abstract from God (for grace in any friend does unspeakably sweeten the Relation,
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and the bitterness in losing, with the sweetness of enjoying; that it's somwhat difficult to resolve, whether such short-liv'd comforts are worth the looking after.
and the bitterness in losing, with the sweetness of enjoying; that it's somewhat difficult to resolve, whither such short-lived comforts Are worth the looking After.
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but really, if our affections be not for Gods sake, if our love be not regulated by Religion I can easily believe that the bitterness in losing doth over-ballance the pleasure in enjoying.
but really, if our affections be not for God's sake, if our love be not regulated by Religion I can Easily believe that the bitterness in losing does overbalance the pleasure in enjoying.
of? But here, here's a friend, whom you need not fear over-loving or losing a never dying friend, one that will be sure to out-live you. ( Ar. Epict. 1.3. c. 22.) Say of what you will, that it is mortal, and you have disgraced it enough;
of? But Here, here's a friend, whom you need not Fear Overloving or losing a never dying friend, one that will be sure to outlive you. (Ar. Epict 1.3. c. 22.) Say of what you will, that it is Mortal, and you have disgraced it enough;
for it may be all thy hopes are bound up in this life, and that hour which puts an end to his dayes, puts a period to thy comfort? But it is another kind of friend that I would have you acquainted with.
for it may be all thy hope's Are bound up in this life, and that hour which puts an end to his days, puts a Period to thy Comfort? But it is Another kind of friend that I would have you acquainted with.
But happy is he that hath the God of Jacob for his help, whose hope and love is sixed upon the Lord his God which made Heaven and earth, &c. That God who is called the Living God, Psal. 146.3, 4, 5, 6. 14thly, He is a present friend, a friend that is alwayes in all places.
But happy is he that hath the God of Jacob for his help, whose hope and love is sixed upon the Lord his God which made Heaven and earth, etc. That God who is called the Living God, Psalm 146.3, 4, 5, 6. 14thly, He is a present friend, a friend that is always in all places.
Mans condition may possible be such, as that he may be deprived of the company of his dearest worldly relations, he may be sequestred from the society of his most helpful and necessary friends!
men condition may possible be such, as that he may be deprived of the company of his dearest worldly relations, he may be sequestered from the society of his most helpful and necessary Friends!
How frequently may they be in such a condition, as that they may not see, hear or speak to any friend? what Bolts and Bars, what Walls and Guards to keep them from them, which if they could not free them from,
How frequently may they be in such a condition, as that they may not see, hear or speak to any friend? what Bolts and Bars, what Walls and Guards to keep them from them, which if they could not free them from,
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when all the world disowned them, when they were loaded with reproaches, and irons, and chains, counted the troublers of the nation, mad-men, hereticks? The case is clear:
when all the world disowned them, when they were loaded with Reproaches, and irons, and chains, counted the troublers of the Nation, madmen, Heretics? The case is clear:
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It was God that spake it, and he hath been found to be as good as his word, Isa. 43.1, 2. Thus saith the Lord that created thee, O Jacob, and that formed thee, O Israel:
It was God that spoke it, and he hath been found to be as good as his word, Isaiah 43.1, 2. Thus Says the Lord that created thee, Oh Jacob, and that formed thee, Oh Israel:
Who was that which bore the three children company in the fiery furnace? who was that which went into the Lions Den to visit Daniel? who brought Paul alive to this shore when the ship in which he went was wrak't? Was it not this Friend, that I am now speaking of? I might be large in reciting the miraculous preservations which God hath vouchsased to his, which is a manifest token of his presence;
Who was that which boar the three children company in the fiery furnace? who was that which went into the Lions Den to visit daniel? who brought Paul alive to this shore when the ship in which he went was wraked? Was it not this Friend, that I am now speaking of? I might be large in reciting the miraculous preservations which God hath vouchsased to his, which is a manifest token of his presence;
when there were such dreadful Commotions? What refuge hath he to shelter himself under in time of such Calamity? In what doth his strength lie, that he is so confident? Whence doth he expect a supply, that he holds it out so bravely,
when there were such dreadful Commotions? What refuge hath he to shelter himself under in time of such Calamity? In what does his strength lie, that he is so confident? Whence does he expect a supply, that he holds it out so bravely,
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though the foundations of the earth were shaken, though the Sea should roar and threaten the earth with another deluge, he can sleep as securely as a person little concerned;
though the foundations of the earth were shaken, though the Sea should roar and threaten the earth with Another deluge, he can sleep as securely as a person little concerned;
It was Orthodox Divinity and Doctrine that Ar. Epictetus l. 2. c. 14. preached (though but a Heathen) when he said, That the first lesson that became a wise man to learn, was, that there was a God,
It was Orthodox Divinity and Doctrine that Ar. Epictetus l. 2. c. 14. preached (though but a Heathen) when he said, That the First Lesson that became a wise man to Learn, was, that there was a God,
One would have thought these poor Heathens had been reading, Psal. 139. Do you hear O Christians, what language those forementioned persons speak? and shall these that never had the thousandth part of that advantage for the knowing of God, speak and act thus,
One would have Thought these poor heathens had been reading, Psalm 139. Do you hear Oh Christians, what language those forementioned Persons speak? and shall these that never had the thousandth part of that advantage for the knowing of God, speak and act thus,
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& shall Christians have such low thoughts of God? because we do not see God, shall we therefore not believe that he is present every where? he that denies Gods own presence, had upon the matter as good deny his being;
& shall Christians have such low thoughts of God? Because we do not see God, shall we Therefore not believe that he is present every where? he that Denies God's own presence, had upon the matter as good deny his being;
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for were it not so, how could he Judge the world with Justice? How could all things be sustained by his power? God takes this as a very high indignity, that any should in the least question this glorious attribute, Jer. 23.23, 24. Am I a God at hand,
for were it not so, how could he Judge the world with justice? How could all things be sustained by his power? God Takes this as a very high indignity, that any should in the least question this glorious attribute, Jer. 23.23, 24. Am I a God At hand,
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and not a God a far off? Can any hide himself in secret places, that I shall not see him, saith the Lord? Do not I fill Heaven and Earth, saith the Lord.
and not a God a Far off? Can any hide himself in secret places, that I shall not see him, Says the Lord? Do not I fill Heaven and Earth, Says the Lord.
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but let me only leave that one Scripture with the first sort, Psal, 94.9, &c. He that planted the ear, shall he not hear? He that formed the eye, shall he not see? He that teacheth men knowledge, shall not he know.
but let me only leave that one Scripture with the First sort, Psalm, 94.9, etc. He that planted the ear, shall he not hear? He that formed the eye, shall he not see? He that Teaches men knowledge, shall not he know.
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The Lord knoweth, &c. As for the desponding Christian that begins to think God is out of the reach of his Prayers, let me ask thee, O thou of little Faith,
The Lord Knoweth, etc. As for the desponding Christian that begins to think God is out of the reach of his Prayers, let me ask thee, Oh thou of little Faith,
but God chastiseth his Children usually for their silence.) When he seems furthest off, he is but behind the Curtain, he is there where he with pleasure sees how earnestly his Children look up and down for him:
but God Chastiseth his Children usually for their silence.) When he seems furthest off, he is but behind the Curtain, he is there where he with pleasure sees how earnestly his Children look up and down for him:
when they think they are quite forgot, and their enemies begin to triumph, and to ask, where now is your God? Then he lets both friends and foes know that he is near.
when they think they Are quite forgotten, and their enemies begin to triumph, and to ask, where now is your God? Then he lets both Friends and foes know that he is near.
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And what say you to all this, you that as yet are strangers to God? Have you gotten such a friend as he is, that will always be at your elbow, that can and will come to help you (when other friends are far enough off,) whether man will or no? have you got such a friend? If not,
And what say you to all this, you that as yet Are Strangers to God? Have you got such a friend as he is, that will always be At your elbow, that can and will come to help you (when other Friends Are Far enough off,) whither man will or no? have you god such a friend? If not,
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why then will you not now accept of his acquaintance, who will be such a friend to all that love him? No good man is without the company of God, he walks with God, he talk with God, he cats with God, he drinks with Gods and is entertained by him,
why then will you not now accept of his acquaintance, who will be such a friend to all that love him? No good man is without the company of God, he walks with God, he talk with God, he cats with God, he drinks with God's and is entertained by him,
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then have God a friend to your Sin. God doth not promise to furnish all his acquaintance with provision for their sensuality, he will not put a knife into thy hands to stab himself,
then have God a friend to your Sin. God does not promise to furnish all his acquaintance with provision for their sensuality, he will not put a knife into thy hands to stab himself,
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Must poison in a guilded cup go for a Cordial, and a kiss, though with a dagger, be taken for true love, Seneca had more wit then to reckon such among benefactors.
Must poison in a Guilded cup go for a Cordial, and a kiss, though with a dagger, be taken for true love, Senecca had more wit then to reckon such among benefactors.
he by whose directions I may be acquainted with my self, and made truly to value that which is really most excellent, this shall be my friend, this shall be my companion.
he by whose directions I may be acquainted with my self, and made truly to valve that which is really most excellent, this shall be my friend, this shall be my Companion.
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And where are such friends to be found? How few of them in the world? Do not most, that go under that sweet name of friends, do one another the greatest unkindness that can be imagined!
And where Are such Friends to be found? How few of them in the world? Do not most, that go under that sweet name of Friends, do one Another the greatest unkindness that can be imagined!
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I remember, once more particularly, being by a poor Creature that was just a going into another world, one of his old friends looked in to see him, at the sight of which person he gnashed his teeth,
I Remember, once more particularly, being by a poor Creature that was just a going into Another world, one of his old Friends looked in to see him, At the sighed of which person he gnashed his teeth,
and pitties them that would part with their souls for a trifle, and therefore he tells men plainly, that which may be really prejudicial to the health of their Souls;
and pities them that would part with their Souls for a trifle, and Therefore he tells men plainly, that which may be really prejudicial to the health of their Souls;
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what else is the meaning of those vehement expostulations? Why doth he send so many messengers one after another? To what purpose else doth he tender such promises, such incouragement? Be it known therefore unto thee O man,
what Else is the meaning of those vehement expostulations? Why does he send so many messengers one After Another? To what purpose Else does he tender such promises, such encouragement? Be it known Therefore unto thee Oh man,
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O hast thou no regard at all for thy precious and immortal Soul? Dost thou never think of that excellent thing within thee? Dost thou not care though thy Soul starve, be naked and miserable for ever? Is it nothing to thee, that thy Soul hath not so much as a shelter to hide it self under,
O hast thou no regard At all for thy precious and immortal Soul? Dost thou never think of that excellent thing within thee? Dost thou not care though thy Soul starve, be naked and miserable for ever? Is it nothing to thee, that thy Soul hath not so much as a shelter to hide it self under,
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and that either in everlasting glory or eternal burnings? and are these small matters with you? What will you for all this take no care in the world about these grand affairs? Had a special friend committed but a Dog to thee to take care of, you would have thought your self engaged in gratitude and honour, to have suited your care of him, to your respect to the person from whom you had him.
and that either in everlasting glory or Eternal burnings? and Are these small matters with you? What will you for all this take no care in the world about these grand affairs? Had a special friend committed but a Dog to thee to take care of, you would have Thought your self engaged in gratitude and honour, to have suited your care of him, to your respect to the person from whom you had him.
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He doth tell thee what is its most natural food, and what is not wholsome. He tells thee what thou shalt do to have that soul within thee everlastingly happy.
He does tell thee what is its most natural food, and what is not wholesome. He tells thee what thou shalt do to have that soul within thee everlastingly happy.
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And is all this of so little consequence, as to go in at one ear and out at the other? Are these things to be indifferent in? If mans soul were like the soul of a beast, the case were altered;
And is all this of so little consequence, as to go in At one ear and out At the other? are these things to be indifferent in? If men soul were like the soul of a beast, the case were altered;
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But since this is impossible, how can I bare to see thee neglect the making sure of such a friend? How can a Christian with any patience think, that those that he lives with,
But since this is impossible, how can I bore to see thee neglect the making sure of such a friend? How can a Christian with any patience think, that those that he lives with,
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in a word, if thou wouldest have thy soul do well in another world, O strike in here, close with these tenders, listen to the counsel of him who offers you the best advice in the world.
in a word, if thou Wouldst have thy soul do well in Another world, Oh strike in Here, close with these tenders, listen to the counsel of him who offers you the best Advice in the world.
O did men and women but know what a Soul is, did they imagine what a dreadful miscarriage of a Soul is, did they but in any measure understand the things of their peace, could they but conceive what God could and would do for their Souls, I need to spend but little time in perswading them to commit their Souls to him, to be acquainted with him, who will be sure to take special care of their Souls, that they may do well, whatever is neglected.
O did men and women but know what a Soul is, did they imagine what a dreadful miscarriage of a Soul is, did they but in any measure understand the things of their peace, could they but conceive what God could and would do for their Souls, I need to spend but little time in persuading them to commit their Souls to him, to be acquainted with him, who will be sure to take special care of their Souls, that they may do well, whatever is neglected.
and know no body in the world there, and have never a friend that doth take any notice of them, you would then think I spoke what I do with reason enough,
and know no body in the world there, and have never a friend that does take any notice of them, you would then think I spoke what I do with reason enough,
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Those that now make but a pish of all this, when they have been but one quarter of an hour in another world, will say as I do, that a Soul-friend is the only Friend,
Those that now make but a pish of all this, when they have been but one quarter of an hour in Another world, will say as I do, that a Soul-friend is the only Friend,
and that it would have quitted the cost to have taken some pains to have look'd out for such a one that could have stood the Soul in some stead in that other world;
and that it would have quit the cost to have taken Some pains to have looked out for such a one that could have stood the Soul in Some stead in that other world;
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O it's sad being without God! If I should declare the Judgement of most in the world, at least if their practice may speak for them, they see very little need of acquaintance with God.
O it's sad being without God! If I should declare the Judgement of most in the world, At least if their practice may speak for them, they see very little need of acquaintance with God.
But further, they must riot, they must be drunk, they must whore, they must have what their lust calls for, let it be what it will, they must get into the favour of such and such a great person whose displeasure they have incurred:
But further, they must riot, they must be drunk, they must whore, they must have what their lust calls for, let it be what it will, they must get into the favour of such and such a great person whose displeasure they have incurred:
No, these are indifferent things amongst them, these are things minded by the by, if not matter of scorn and jesting, these the world think unnecessary things.
No, these Are indifferent things among them, these Are things minded by the by, if not matter of scorn and jesting, these the world think unnecessary things.
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It's necessary their flesh should be pleased, it's necessary the Devil should be obeyed, it's necessary they and theirs should be somebody in the world, these are matters of weight,
It's necessary their Flesh should be pleased, it's necessary the devil should be obeyed, it's necessary they and theirs should be somebody in the world, these Are matters of weight,
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be not then troubled at the day of Judgement, if God look upon you as a stranger then, be not grieved (seeing the knowledge of God is nothing with you) if God say he knows you not;
be not then troubled At the day of Judgement, if God look upon you as a stranger then, be not grieved (seeing the knowledge of God is nothing with you) if God say he knows you not;
O how will the case be a altered ere long, with the God-hating and Christ-despising world? when they shall be quite despoiled of all that which they prized above the knowledge of God,
Oh how will the case be a altered ere long, with the God-hating and Christ-despising world? when they shall be quite despoiled of all that which they prized above the knowledge of God,
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when all their friends shall appear to be enemies, when all their hopes shall be swept down like a Spiders web, O will they not then be of this mind, that it was no such slight matter that I was so earnest with them about, that acquaintance with God was no such unnecessary thing as they took it to be;
when all their Friends shall appear to be enemies, when all their hope's shall be swept down like a Spiders web, Oh will they not then be of this mind, that it was no such slight matter that I was so earnest with them about, that acquaintance with God was no such unnecessary thing as they took it to be;
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How will they rend the skies with their fruitless wishes? How will the Mountains eccho with their doleful lamentations? O that God would but know them!
How will they rend the skies with their fruitless wishes? How will the Mountains echo with their doleful lamentations? O that God would but know them!
but seeing all that too little purpose, how then will they exclaim against themselves? O that they should be such fools, that they should be so madly besotted,
but seeing all that too little purpose, how then will they exclaim against themselves? O that they should be such Fools, that they should be so madly besotted,
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O that men and women would be now as serious in their judgments about these things as they will be shortly? Consider, O man, that as little as thou mindest these things, these are the only things that are necessary.
O that men and women would be now as serious in their Judgments about these things as they will be shortly? Consider, Oh man, that as little as thou mindest these things, these Are the only things that Are necessary.
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One may be a Favorite of God, though as miserable as Job. But what will you say, of that man that hath not a God to go to? This, this is the miserable man with a witness? •hat seeing mens lives are so short, they would wisely husband their precious time in minding nothing but necessary things!
One may be a Favourite of God, though as miserable as Job. But what will you say, of that man that hath not a God to go to? This, this is the miserable man with a witness? •hat seeing men's lives Are so short, they would wisely husband their precious time in minding nothing but necessary things!
O my soul, is this a business of absolute necessity? hast thou not something of greater importance that is yet undone? We enter not into the Lists for honour, where it is no great matter, whether we conquer, or no;
Oh my soul, is this a business of absolute necessity? hast thou not something of greater importance that is yet undone? We enter not into the Lists for honour, where it is no great matter, whither we conquer, or no;
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It is not now a time to jest, O my soul, when thou art to discourse with miserable men and women, which refuse their happiness, and doat upon their misery.
It is not now a time to jest, Oh my soul, when thou art to discourse with miserable men and women, which refuse their happiness, and dote upon their misery.
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and that if yo• be not reconciled to God, that you must be dealt with as enemies? do you really believe all this? do you believe what a dreadfull thing it is to look such an enemy in the face when he shall sit in Judgement? Further, do you believe what it is to lie down in devouring flames,
and that if yo• be not reconciled to God, that you must be dealt with as enemies? do you really believe all this? do you believe what a dreadful thing it is to look such an enemy in the face when he shall fit in Judgement? Further, do you believe what it is to lie down in devouring flames,
if you do believe all this, why, then let me ask you again, whether you conceive it unnecessary to use the utmost care and diligence to get acquainted with him:
if you do believe all this, why, then let me ask you again, whither you conceive it unnecessary to use the utmost care and diligence to get acquainted with him:
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and to pitty them that are mourning for your dry eyes, and hard hearts? What say you to all this? if you have any thing to say against the necessity of these things, I am ready to plead the case with you, &c. Well,
and to pity them that Are mourning for your dry eyes, and hard hearts? What say you to all this? if you have any thing to say against the necessity of these things, I am ready to plead the case with you, etc. Well,
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But now Blessed be free Grace, man stands upon surer ground then ever he did, the children of God have a firmer bottom by far then Adam had when he was in Paradice;
But now Blessed be free Grace, man Stands upon Surer ground then ever he did, the children of God have a firmer bottom by Far then Adam had when he was in Paradise;
God hath sworn, and he will perform it, that the heirs of glory might have the more strong consolation, Isa. 54, 9, 10. For this is as the waters of Noah:
God hath sworn, and he will perform it, that the Heirs of glory might have the more strong consolation, Isaiah 54, 9, 10. For this is as the waters of Noah:
Who can pluck us our of the Arms of the Almighty? Who, or what is that which can alienate our Fathers affections from us? If the promise of God, which saith, I will never, never, never, never, never leave nor forsake you, be valid,
Who can pluck us our of the Arms of the Almighty? Who, or what is that which can alienate our Father's affections from us? If the promise of God, which Says, I will never, never, never, never, never leave nor forsake you, be valid,
and yet to desert him at last, Isa. 58.1, 2, 3. Mat. 7.21. There are many that seem to bid fair for Heaven, and if cap and knee will do, God shall have that;
and yet to desert him At last, Isaiah 58.1, 2, 3. Mathew 7.21. There Are many that seem to bid fair for Heaven, and if cap and knee will do, God shall have that;
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And as for those more secret actings of Religion, to take up the interest of God, to design his glory, to be deeply concerned for his honour, observing their affections,
And as for those more secret actings of Religion, to take up the Interest of God, to Design his glory, to be deeply concerned for his honour, observing their affections,
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God can't but be true though man be false, he can't but value the satisfaction and intercession of his Son, he can't forget his own nature, Isa. 44.15, 16. Can a woman forget her sucking Child, that she should not have compassion on the Son of her Womb? Yea, they may forget,
God can't but be true though man be false, he can't but valve the satisfaction and Intercession of his Son, he can't forget his own nature, Isaiah 44.15, 16. Can a woman forget her sucking Child, that she should not have compassion on the Son of her Womb? Yea, they may forget,
nay, he may quite hide his face, and his dearest ones may look upon themselves as free among the dead, they may reckon themselves such as have no acquaintance with God,
nay, he may quite hide his face, and his dearest ones may look upon themselves as free among the dead, they may reckon themselves such as have no acquaintance with God,
have not the best been made sometimes to question (especially upon some notable fall) whether, what they did formerly, did not proceed from meer common grace,
have not the best been made sometime to question (especially upon Some notable fallen) whither, what they did formerly, did not proceed from mere Common grace,
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Were there ever any of the Sons of Adam, whom rich mercy hath plucked as Fire-brands out of the fire, to whom the Lord hath shewed his marvellous kindness,
Were there ever any of the Sons of Adam, whom rich mercy hath plucked as Firebrands out of the fire, to whom the Lord hath showed his marvellous kindness,
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so as never to have the least frown from him? were their ever any that lived all their days under a constant lively sence of their interest in divine everlasting love? If there be, they have fared better then Job did, they enjoyed more then ever Heman or David did.
so as never to have the least frown from him? were their ever any that lived all their days under a constant lively sense of their Interest in divine everlasting love? If there be, they have fared better then Job did, they enjoyed more then ever Heman or David did.
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As for the great ones of the world, it hath been counted by some, and those none of the weakest, no small piece of policy, to keep out of their knowledge:
As for the great ones of the world, it hath been counted by Some, and those none of the Weakest, no small piece of policy, to keep out of their knowledge:
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An everlasting friend, an everlasting inheritance, everlasting glory, everlasting joy, everlasting life, and everlasting death, they are matters of weight!
an everlasting friend, an everlasting inheritance, everlasting glory, everlasting joy, everlasting life, and everlasting death, they Are matters of weight!
and sending him into the world to manage this great work of reconciling man to himself? why else was that precious blood shed? and to what purpose should he send so many Prophets, Apostles,
and sending him into the world to manage this great work of reconciling man to himself? why Else was that precious blood shed? and to what purpose should he send so many prophets, Apostles,
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and Ministers, for so many hundreds of years, rising up early, and sitting up late? why are they commanded to cry aloud, to use so much earnestness, to compel poor wandring strangers to come to his house,
and Ministers, for so many hundreds of Years, rising up early, and sitting up late? why Are they commanded to cry aloud, to use so much earnestness, to compel poor wandering Strangers to come to his house,
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but that he might be acqainted with them? Can any one conceive that he should do all this without the least design of kindness? If all that God hath done to the reconciling man to himself, doth not speak his willingness to be reconciled to them, what can? Isa. 5.4.
but that he might be acquainted with them? Can any one conceive that he should do all this without the least Design of kindness? If all that God hath done to the reconciling man to himself, does not speak his willingness to be reconciled to them, what can? Isaiah 5.4.
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Nay, so willing is he to receive them, notwithstanding all their backslidings, that he teacheth them how they may address themselves to him most acceptably, he puts words in their mouths which they may use with good success when they come before him, Hos. 14.1, 2, 4. Nay, that sinners may be the more confirmed in their expectation of his favour, he hath most solemnly sworn, That he delights not in the death of sinners,
Nay, so willing is he to receive them, notwithstanding all their backslidings, that he Teaches them how they may address themselves to him most acceptably, he puts words in their mouths which they may use with good success when they come before him, Hos. 14.1, 2, 4. Nay, that Sinners may be the more confirmed in their expectation of his favour, he hath most solemnly sworn, That he delights not in the death of Sinners,
Wherefore else is it that we are so straightly commanded, as we will answer the neglect upon our peril before God at that terrible day, that we preach the World in season and out of season? To what purpose should Paul expose himself to so many hazards both by Sea and Land? Why should he teach this Doctrine of Reconciliation night and day with tears? Doth he not tell you that he did all this by Divine Dispensation,
Wherefore Else is it that we Are so straightly commanded, as we will answer the neglect upon our peril before God At that terrible day, that we preach the World in season and out of season? To what purpose should Paul expose himself to so many hazards both by Sea and Land? Why should he teach this Doctrine of Reconciliation night and day with tears? Does he not tell you that he did all this by Divine Dispensation,
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and that it was as much as his Soul was worth to wave this work? And doth not all this speak his willingness to be friends again with man? Could not God have sent Legions of Angels with flaming swords in their hands,
and that it was as much as his Soul was worth to wave this work? And does not all this speak his willingness to be Friends again with man? Could not God have sent Legions of Angels with flaming swords in their hands,
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when he followed them with the Embassadors of peace? If he had had no thoughts of Agreement with them, could he not have spoken to them in thunder and lightning, with fire and brimstone,
when he followed them with the ambassadors of peace? If he had had no thoughts of Agreement with them, could he not have spoken to them in thunder and lightning, with fire and brimstone,
as well as in the still voyce of the Gospel? He could if he had pleased have made them to have known the breach of his Covenant, by giving them up to the will of their cruel enemies.
as well as in the still voice of the Gospel? He could if he had pleased have made them to have known the breach of his Covenant, by giving them up to the will of their cruel enemies.
How doth God further express his willingness to receive returning sinners, by engaging them by many temporal favours? Who preserved that tender creature in the Womb,
How does God further express his willingness to receive returning Sinners, by engaging them by many temporal favours? Who preserved that tender creature in the Womb,
and brought it out of those dark Chambers into light? Who kept that helpless infant after it was in the world? Whose flax and wool do we wear upon our backs? To whom is it that we are beholding for every crumb we eat,
and brought it out of those dark Chambers into Light? Who kept that helpless infant After it was in the world? Whose flax and wool do we wear upon our backs? To whom is it that we Are beholding for every crumb we eat,
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Is not this the meaning of all the common mercies that we daily receive from him? Why? was not thy breath stopt with an Oath in thy mouth? Why is it that so many thousands that were born since thy self, are gone to their eternal state,
Is not this the meaning of all the Common Mercies that we daily receive from him? Why? was not thy breath stopped with an Oath in thy Mouth? Why is it that so many thousands that were born since thy self, Are gone to their Eternal state,
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but to cool thy enmity against him, and to make thee, who art marching out in thy warlike furniture, to meet him with tears of joy and friendly embraces? Is not, Love the Giver, written upon all his tokens? What means his frequent visiting of thee,
but to cool thy enmity against him, and to make thee, who art marching out in thy warlike furniture, to meet him with tears of joy and friendly embraces? Is not, Love the Giver, written upon all his tokens? What means his frequent visiting of thee,
and have spoke to you so lovingly if he desired still to be a stranger to you? Is this like one that desires your ruine? Did God never plead with thee by his Ministers,
and have spoke to you so lovingly if he desired still to be a stranger to you? Is this like one that Desires your ruin? Did God never plead with thee by his Ministers,
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and to refuse his love? what reason hast thou to harbour such hard thoughts of him? doth he deserve such unkindness at your hands? How long ye simple ones will ye love simplicity? why will ye make light of that you can't possibly overvalue? the favour of God, and acquaintance with thy maker.
and to refuse his love? what reason hast thou to harbour such hard thoughts of him? does he deserve such unkindness At your hands? How long you simple ones will you love simplicity? why will you make Light of that you can't possibly overvalue? the favour of God, and acquaintance with thy maker.
for I have nourished and brought up Children, and they have Rebelled against me, Isa. 1.2. Do ye thus requite the Lord, O foolish people, and unwise? is not he thy Father that bought thee? hath he not made thee and established thee? Deut. 32.6. O that they were wise.
for I have nourished and brought up Children, and they have Rebelled against me, Isaiah 1.2. Do you thus requite the Lord, Oh foolish people, and unwise? is not he thy Father that bought thee? hath he not made thee and established thee? Deuteronomy 32.6. Oh that they were wise.
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Is not this the voyce of mercy? have not these been Expostulations of the mighty God with his Rebellious Creatures? and yet how do they stand it out all this while,
Is not this the voice of mercy? have not these been Expostulations of the mighty God with his Rebellious Creatures? and yet how do they stand it out all this while,
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Wherefore in compassion to thy precious soul he hath commanded us to follow thee, and not to let thee be at quiet till thou hast given us a promise, that thou wilt return and humble thy self to thy God;
Wherefore in compassion to thy precious soul he hath commanded us to follow thee, and not to let thee be At quiet till thou hast given us a promise, that thou wilt return and humble thy self to thy God;
thou hast slighted the friendship of thy God, thou hast set light by Christ, and undervalued Heaven and Eternity for ten, twenty, thirty years already,
thou hast slighted the friendship of thy God, thou hast Set Light by christ, and undervalved Heaven and Eternity for ten, twenty, thirty Years already,
God hath not yet spake that dreadful word, Depart. O what is it thou stayest for? What is it that makes this business to hang so long? What Lover is it that doth so long hold back thy heart? What is the matter that we can no more speedily and effectually manage this great affair? What is it that thou dost prefer before God? What is it that thou thinkest more worthy of thy warmest love then Christ? What is that great thing that thou stickest not to venture thy soul for? Act like a man that is rational and not beside himself.
God hath not yet spoke that dreadful word, Depart. Oh what is it thou stayest for? What is it that makes this business to hang so long? What Lover is it that does so long hold back thy heart? What is the matter that we can no more speedily and effectually manage this great affair? What is it that thou dost prefer before God? What is it that thou Thinkest more worthy of thy warmest love then christ? What is that great thing that thou stickest not to venture thy soul for? Act like a man that is rational and not beside himself.
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Is the world worth more now then it was in Davids time, when he preferred the favour of God before thousands of Gold and Silver? Is the price of it raised? Can it bribe death,
Is the world worth more now then it was in Davids time, when he preferred the favour of God before thousands of Gold and Silver? Is the price of it raised? Can it bribe death,
What is God like to get by your love, or lose by your hatred? What have you to boast of? What excellencies to set you out? what portion to advance you, that you stand thus upon your tearms? Come, let's hear a little what it is thou thinkest so highly of thy self for.
What is God like to get by your love, or loose by your hatred? What have you to boast of? What excellencies to Set you out? what portion to advance you, that you stand thus upon your terms? Come, let's hear a little what it is thou Thinkest so highly of thy self for.
Are the Cloaths upon thy back (as fine as thou art) thy own? is the Food that thou eatest paid for? and is this the Creature that must be wooed with so much earnestnes? Behold all ye Inhabitants of the world, and admire! hear, O Heavens!
are the Clothes upon thy back (as fine as thou art) thy own? is the Food that thou Eatest paid for? and is this the Creature that must be wooed with so much earnestness? Behold all you Inhabitants of the world, and admire! hear, Oh Heavens!
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And after all this, O Sinner, art thou still as stout and proud as ever? Is Christ so willing to bring thee to his Father? is he willing to Cloath thee from head to foot with glorious Robes, such a dress as may become thee in the presence of a King? doth he offer to lead thee in his hands to his own Palace? is God so willing and desirous to be your Father,
And After all this, Oh Sinner, art thou still as stout and proud as ever? Is christ so willing to bring thee to his Father? is he willing to Cloth thee from head to foot with glorious Robes, such a dress as may become thee in the presence of a King? does he offer to led thee in his hands to his own Palace? is God so willing and desirous to be your Father,
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and Christ to be your Husband? are all the Ministers of Christ so willing to do their utmost to bring this match to protection? shall they lie at you day and night to give your consent, and to be willing;
and christ to be your Husband? Are all the Ministers of christ so willing to do their utmost to bring this match to protection? shall they lie At you day and night to give your consent, and to be willing;
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and let out thy affections upon the vanities and pleasures of the world? Dost thou not love Father and Mother, Wife and Children? Brethren and Sisters, House and Lands more then him? Why,
and let out thy affections upon the vanities and pleasures of the world? Dost thou not love Father and Mother, Wife and Children? Brothers and Sisters, House and Lands more then him? Why,
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if this be thy case, I must say thou art one of the Fools that loves Death and hatest Life, thou callest that folly in another, which in thy self thou countest wisdom.
if this be thy case, I must say thou art one of the Fools that loves Death and Hatest Life, thou Callest that folly in Another, which in thy self thou countest Wisdom.
though he undoe thee for ever? and must he be pleased rather then Is it more necessary to gratifie him that never yet intended to do any of the Sons of Adam any kindness, rather then thy best friends? Come away for shame,
though he undo thee for ever? and must he be pleased rather then Is it more necessary to gratify him that never yet intended to do any of the Sons of Adam any kindness, rather then thy best Friends? Come away for shame,
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20. But because man is so wedded to the world, and dotes upon his lust, that all the arguments that we can use, are most commonly unsuccesseful, I shall add one more upon this sort of motives drawn from the qualifications of him whom I would fain have you acquainted with,
20. But Because man is so wedded to the world, and dotes upon his lust, that all the Arguments that we can use, Are most commonly unsuccessful, I shall add one more upon this sort of motives drawn from the qualifications of him whom I would fain have you acquainted with,
ask of them that by Faith have seen him, inquire of the Spouse in the Canticles, and ask her what is her beloved, more then another beloved? what there is in God and Christ more then in the world,
ask of them that by Faith have seen him, inquire of the Spouse in the Canticles, and ask her what is her Beloved, more then Another Beloved? what there is in God and christ more then in the world,
she thinks you might with as much judgment and reason have ask'd, what there is in Heaven, more desireable then in Hell? What is there is in ease more then in torments? in Gold and Jewels, more then in dross;
she thinks you might with as much judgement and reason have asked, what there is in Heaven, more desirable then in Hell? What is there is in ease more then in torments? in Gold and Jewels, more then in dross;
in a living, healthful, beautiful Creature, more then in a stinking rotten carcase? Did you but see his face, you would soon think there were something in him more then in another;
in a living, healthful, beautiful Creature, more then in a stinking rotten carcase? Did you but see his face, you would soon think there were something in him more then in Another;
did you but understand what it is to be brought into his banquetting-house, you would say that they are neither fools nor mad-men, that can find in their hearts to scorn the beauties and glories of this world in comparison of one look or smile from God;
did you but understand what it is to be brought into his Banqueting house, you would say that they Are neither Fools nor madmen, that can find in their hearts to scorn the beauty's and Glories of this world in comparison of one look or smile from God;
neither doth she fear to lose him by this, nor indeed is unwilling that others should fall in love with him as well as she, Cant. 5.9, 10. &c. She begins first with his face it is white and ruddy, the most exact beauty,
neither does she Fear to loose him by this, nor indeed is unwilling that Others should fallen in love with him as well as she, Cant 5.9, 10. etc. She begins First with his face it is white and ruddy, the most exact beauty,
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who is there that ever yet prevailed against him? Who ever contended with God and prospered? If vigour, activity and care in all the affairs of his friends, can intice the dull helpless sinner to receive him;
who is there that ever yet prevailed against him? Who ever contended with God and prospered? If vigour, activity and care in all the affairs of his Friends, can entice the dull helpless sinner to receive him;
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if freedom of access, notwithstanding that infinite distance that is between us and him, signifie any thing as to the commending of him to our acquaintance;
if freedom of access, notwithstanding that infinite distance that is between us and him, signify any thing as to the commending of him to our acquaintance;
where can a poor beggar be more welcome then at the house of this mighty Prince? Can Faithfulness in the greatest streight raise the esteem of a friend? who ever yet trusted him that was deceived? Are riches and wealth taking? Who is there that can give a Kingdome for a portion, a love-token,
where can a poor beggar be more welcome then At the house of this mighty Prince? Can Faithfulness in the greatest straight raise the esteem of a friend? who ever yet trusted him that was deceived? are riches and wealth taking? Who is there that can give a Kingdom for a portion, a love-token,
and give everlasting glory, and Heaven for a joynture, but God? Doth pitty in misery, simpathy in suffering, compassion in distress, indear and commend a friend, who is more tender-hearted then he? Are Honours and preferments such great things? Who is that which will make all his favourites Kings and Priests,
and give everlasting glory, and Heaven for a jointure, but God? Does pity in misery, Sympathy in suffering, compassion in distress, endear and commend a friend, who is more tender-hearted then he? are Honours and preferments such great things? Who is that which will make all his favourites Kings and Priests,
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and set them upon Thrones, and reward, and commend them before the whole World? is suitableness a considerable qualification to make up this match? who so suitable for the Soul, a Spirit,
and Set them upon Thrones, and reward, and commend them before the Whole World? is suitableness a considerable qualification to make up this match? who so suitable for the Soul, a Spirit,
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as God a Spirit? Who can satisfie it's vast and infinite desires, but infinity it self? Have poor simple Creatures that have quite undone themselves by their folly and indiscretion need of a wise Counsellor to wind them out of their sad intricacies? who is there among the profound Polititians and grave Sages of the world to be compared unto him? Doth a dying man that hath a never-dying Soul, that is to pass speedily into an eternal state, lack an ever-dying & immortal friend, that may stand him in some stead,
as God a Spirit? Who can satisfy it's vast and infinite Desires, but infinity it self? Have poor simple Creatures that have quite undone themselves by their folly and indiscretion need of a wise Counsellor to wind them out of their sad intricacies? who is there among the profound Politicians and grave Sages of the world to be compared unto him? Does a dying man that hath a never-dying Soul, that is to pass speedily into an Eternal state, lack an ever-dying & immortal friend, that may stand him in Some stead,
when immortal? Are not friends sometimes furthest off from one, when one hath most need of them? Is not he then a friend highly to be prized, who can, who will never be absent? Doth not God fill heaven and earth? What think you of a Soul-friend? Is not such a one worth the looking after, who takes care that your Soul to be sure shall not miscarry? Who ever did more for Souls then Christ? Will it not be true prudence to make sure of such a friend as we must have for our friend,
when immortal? are not Friends sometime furthest off from one, when one hath most need of them? Is not he then a friend highly to be prized, who can, who will never be absent? Does not God fill heaven and earth? What think you of a Soul-friend? Is not such a one worth the looking After, who Takes care that your Soul to be sure shall not miscarry? Who ever did more for Souls then christ? Will it not be true prudence to make sure of such a friend as we must have for our friend,
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or him that will bestow everlasting favours? and are there not at Gods right hand pleasures for evermore? If the trial and experience of so many millions may speak his commendation, will not all that ever knew God say,
or him that will bestow everlasting favours? and Are there not At God's right hand pleasures for evermore? If the trial and experience of so many millions may speak his commendation, will not all that ever knew God say,
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truly God is good to Israel. Will Gods willingness, desire, and earnestness prevail with you to come to him? What is the substance of the whole Bible? doth not almost every Chapter speak the desire that God hath to be reconciled to man? if the perfection of all excellencies meeting in one can render him amiable;
truly God is good to Israel. Will God's willingness, desire, and earnestness prevail with you to come to him? What is the substance of the Whole bible? does not almost every Chapter speak the desire that God hath to be reconciled to man? if the perfection of all excellencies meeting in one can render him amiable;
And what say you now, are you resolved, or are you not? Shall the infinite Majesty of Heaven condescend to offer himself to be loved and imbraced by sinful dust? shall God say, I will be thy Father? and shall not the sinner say, I would be thy Child? Why should not the heart of every Apostate rebellious Traytor, that hath forfeited Estate, Life and Soul, leap at such good news,
And what say you now, Are you resolved, or Are you not? Shall the infinite Majesty of Heaven condescend to offer himself to be loved and embraced by sinful dust? shall God say, I will be thy Father? and shall not the sinner say, I would be thy Child? Why should not the heart of every Apostate rebellious Traitor, that hath forfeited Estate, Life and Soul, leap At such good news,
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and say, will God for all this lay aside the controversy, and conclude a peace? Will he receive the rebell to mercy? will he open his doors to his prodigal? and is there yet any hope? Is it possible that such sins as mine should be forgiven? Can it be conceived that such a Creature as I should be imbraced? what, look upon me, will God indeed take me into favour? Yes, thee,
and say, will God for all this lay aside the controversy, and conclude a peace? Will he receive the rebel to mercy? will he open his doors to his prodigal? and is there yet any hope? Is it possible that such Sins as mine should be forgiven? Can it be conceived that such a Creature as I should be embraced? what, look upon me, will God indeed take me into favour? Yes, thee,
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nay, he will give thee his only Son in marriage, the wedding garment is made ready, the Bridegroom is coming, the wheels of his Chariot run-apace, the friends of the Bridegroom are come to bid you make ready:
nay, he will give thee his only Son in marriage, the wedding garment is made ready, the Bridegroom is coming, the wheels of his Chariot run-apace, the Friends of the Bridegroom Are come to bid you make ready:
up, deck your self, put on your glorious Apparel, make hast, make hast ye Virgins, your companions are ready, all stay for you, the Bridegroom is at the door:
up, deck your self, put on your glorious Apparel, make haste, make hast you Virgins, your Sodales Are ready, all stay for you, the Bridegroom is At the door:
Behold he is at the door, and will you still let him knock? What! Father, Husband, a Kingdom? What words are these? Wilt thou O mighty Jehovah be my Father? Wilt thou O blessed Jesus be my Husband? shall I have a Kingdom? What, me a Child, a Spouse for the King of glory, an Heir of glory! Grace! Grace!
Behold he is At the door, and will you still let him knock? What! Father, Husband, a Kingdom? What words Are these? Wilt thou Oh mighty Jehovah be my Father? Wilt thou Oh blessed jesus be my Husband? shall I have a Kingdom? What, me a Child, a Spouse for the King of glory, an Heir of glory! Grace! Grace!
but who are we, and what is our fathers house, that thou hast brought us hitherto? and now O Lord God, what shall thy servants say unto thee? for we are silenced with wonder,
but who Are we, and what is our Father's house, that thou hast brought us hitherto? and now Oh Lord God, what shall thy Servants say unto thee? for we Are silenced with wonder,
and must sit down with astonishment, for we cannot utter the least tittle of thy praises? What meaneth the highth of this strange love? O that the God of heaven and earth should condescend to enter into Covenant with his dust,
and must fit down with astonishment, for we cannot utter the least tittle of thy praises? What means the highth of this strange love? O that the God of heaven and earth should condescend to enter into Covenant with his dust,
Shall the Stars dwell with the dust? Or the wide distant Poles be brought to mutual embraces and cohabitation? But here the distance of the tearms is infinitely greater, Rejoyce O Angels! shout O Seraphims!
Shall the Stars dwell with the dust? Or the wide distant Poles be brought to mutual embraces and cohabitation? But Here the distance of the terms is infinitely greater, Rejoice Oh Angels! shout O Seraphims!
And how do you like this musick, O ye the lost Sons and Daughters of Adam? how do you relish these Dainties? what do you think of this march? Some you see have been so wise,
And how do you like this music, Oh you the lost Sons and Daughters of Adam? how do you relish these Dainties? what do you think of this march? some you see have been so wise,
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And what do you say to the same proposals? have they so much reason to bless the day that ever such a motion was made? have they cause to rejoyce for ever for those blessed overtures,
And what do you say to the same proposals? have they so much reason to bless the day that ever such a motion was made? have they cause to rejoice for ever for those blessed overtures,
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or are they all to be slighted by you? will Christ be worse to you then them? is Heaven and happiness less necessary for you then them? will the loss of a Soul be more inconsiderable to you,
or Are they all to be slighted by you? will christ be Worse to you then them? is Heaven and happiness less necessary for you then them? will the loss of a Soul be more inconsiderable to you,
then it would have been to them? Will not Heaven, Christ an Glory be as well worth your acceptance as theirs? What, are you willing to be shut out when the Bridegroom comes to fetch his Spouse home:
then it would have been to them? Will not Heaven, christ an Glory be as well worth your acceptance as theirs? What, Are you willing to be shut out when the Bridegroom comes to fetch his Spouse home:
Can you bare it, to see such, as you thought your inferiours, advanced, and your self despised? What shall I say? what words shall I use? what shall I do to prevail? O that I could pity you a thousand times more than I do!
Can you bore it, to see such, as you Thought your inferiors, advanced, and your self despised? What shall I say? what words shall I use? what shall I do to prevail? O that I could pity you a thousand times more than I do!
But that, if it be possible, I might perswade you, I shall add some more motives, to prevail with you to get acquainted with God, which I am certain will either work that blessed effect,
But that, if it be possible, I might persuade you, I shall add Some more motives, to prevail with you to get acquainted with God, which I am certain will either work that blessed Effect,
The next Head of Motives which I shall insist upon, for the inforcing of this Duty of acquainting your selves with God, I shall take from the glorious effect of this acquaintance with God.
The next Head of Motives which I shall insist upon, for the enforcing of this Duty of acquainting your selves with God, I shall take from the glorious Effect of this acquaintance with God.
When God comes into the Soul, he brings such a glorious light along with him, that he makes the Soul to see, not only his beauty, but its own deformity. Psal. 119.130. The entrance of thy word giveth light:
When God comes into the Soul, he brings such a glorious Light along with him, that he makes the Soul to see, not only his beauty, but its own deformity. Psalm 119.130. The Entrance of thy word gives Light:
why it was in the dark, and saw nothing at all of its own vileness, it took no notice of that Sink, that Hell that was within it, consider not its own Treason against the Lord of Heaven and Earth,
why it was in the dark, and saw nothing At all of its own vileness, it took no notice of that Sink, that Hell that was within it, Consider not its own Treason against the Lord of Heaven and Earth,
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but the Soul thought very well of its own state, it slattered it self in its own in-iniquity, the man thinks he is rich and increased in goods, and hath need of nothing;
but the Soul Thought very well of its own state, it slattered it self in its own in-iniquity, the man thinks he is rich and increased in goods, and hath need of nothing;
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When the light comes in, he sees the darkness of his Understanding, the perverseness of his will, the disorderliness of his Affections, the distemper of the whole soul.
When the Light comes in, he sees the darkness of his Understanding, the perverseness of his will, the disorderliness of his Affections, the distemper of the Whole soul.
He before took himself for a beautiful creature, but by his light & this glass he sees his beauty is great deformity, he beholds heaps of lusts crawling up and down, which before lay undiscerned,
He before took himself for a beautiful creature, but by his Light & this glass he sees his beauty is great deformity, he beholds heaps of Lustiest crawling up and down, which before lay undiscerned,
and then that man that reckoned himself so happy, cries out, O wretched man that I am, who shall deliver me? what shall I do to be saved? I am undone, undone,
and then that man that reckoned himself so happy, cries out, Oh wretched man that I am, who shall deliver me? what shall I do to be saved? I am undone, undone,
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he can now say, was ever such a sinner as I pardoned? Will such a prodigal ever be received? shall such foul offences as mine be forgiven? if God should look upon me,
he can now say, was ever such a sinner as I pardoned? Will such a prodigal ever be received? shall such foul offences as mine be forgiven? if God should look upon me,
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yet he wonders that any one should see any thing in him, that should cause any affection in them towards him, much more to inflame their hearts in such vehement love to him;
yet he wonders that any one should see any thing in him, that should cause any affection in them towards him, much more to inflame their hearts in such vehement love to him;
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if he hear of any reproaches that are cast upon him, he is ready to say with that wise stoick (Epist.) If he had known me better, he would have spoke much worse of me.
if he hear of any Reproaches that Are cast upon him, he is ready to say with that wise stoic (Epistle) If he had known me better, he would have spoke much Worse of me.
Thus it was with Job, when God, as I may so say, stood at a greater distance from him, he is ready to speak a little too highly, he stands much upon his own righteousness, he stifly justifieth himself;
Thus it was with Job, when God, as I may so say, stood At a greater distance from him, he is ready to speak a little too highly, he Stands much upon his own righteousness, he stiffly Justifieth himself;
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then how is he even ashamed and confounded within himself, that he should ever stand so much upon his ovvn justification, Job 42.5, 6. I have heard of thee, by the hearing of the ear:
then how is he even ashamed and confounded within himself, that he should ever stand so much upon his own justification, Job 42.5, 6. I have herd of thee, by the hearing of the ear:
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A man may hear of God twenty years together, and yet never abhor himself with dust and ashes, never see any vileness that is in his nature, never be brought off from his own righteousness, never admire that he is kept out of hell!
A man may hear of God twenty Years together, and yet never abhor himself with dust and Ashes, never see any vileness that is in his nature, never be brought off from his own righteousness, never admire that he is kept out of hell!
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O but when he comes to see God, and to be acquainted with him, how doth he cry out of himself as unworthy to breath in the air, as deserving nothing but wrath;
O but when he comes to see God, and to be acquainted with him, how does he cry out of himself as unworthy to breath in the air, as deserving nothing but wrath;
That is love with a witness, that can imbrace such a loathsome monster? What was it that made Abraham call himself dust and ashes? What made David to say he was a worm and no man? What made Isaiah speak so debasingly of himself? why these were the Friends of God, they had visions of that holy One.
That is love with a witness, that can embrace such a loathsome monster? What was it that made Abraham call himself dust and Ashes? What made David to say he was a worm and no man? What made Isaiah speak so debasingly of himself? why these were the Friends of God, they had visions of that holy One.
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When is it that the people of God are most ingenuous in their confesions? when do they most freely pour our their souls before God? When is it that they most readily open their soars and desire that they should be searched,
When is it that the people of God Are most ingenuous in their confesions? when do they most freely pour our their Souls before God? When is it that they most readily open their soars and desire that they should be searched,
but when this great Chyrurgion comes to their chamber? those which before where whole, are now sick, full of plague soars, head and heart sick, dangerously sick,
but when this great Chirurgeon comes to their chamber? those which before where Whole, Are now sick, full of plague soars, head and heart sick, dangerously sick,
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and they see themselves vile, and even are ready to wonder that the earth did not open and swallow them up before this, they admire that God should indure them so long,
and they see themselves vile, and even Are ready to wonder that the earth did not open and swallow them up before this, they admire that God should endure them so long,
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they think every thing too good for them, all mercy on this side everlasting misery. They count every bit they eat, and every drop they drink more then they deserve.
they think every thing too good for them, all mercy on this side everlasting misery. They count every bit they eat, and every drop they drink more then they deserve.
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Hence it is that Paul saith of himself. Eph. 3.8. Ʋnto me who am less then the least of all Saints is this grace given, that I should preach among the Gentiles the unsearchable riches of Christ;
Hence it is that Paul Says of himself. Ephesians 3.8. Ʋnto me who am less then the least of all Saints is this grace given, that I should preach among the Gentiles the unsearchable riches of christ;
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Now, what was it that made Paul speak and think thus of himself? There was a time when Paul would have spit in any ones face that should have spoke as much against him, as he did against himself.
Now, what was it that made Paul speak and think thus of himself? There was a time when Paul would have spit in any ones face that should have spoke as much against him, as he did against himself.
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What is it that hath wrought such a strange alteration in this great Rabbi, and made him so little? Why, this acquaintance with God, the sight of Christ was the thing that laid this proud Pharisee in the dust, and made him blind also.
What is it that hath wrought such a strange alteration in this great Rabbi, and made him so little? Why, this acquaintance with God, the sighed of christ was the thing that laid this proud Pharisee in the dust, and made him blind also.
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He knows how sweet God is, and how much he hates sin, and that if he would have Gods company, he must bid an everlasting farewel to his deerest beloved sin;
He knows how sweet God is, and how much he hates since, and that if he would have God's company, he must bid an everlasting farewell to his dearest Beloved since;
as again draw his sword against his covenanted friend and again venture into the field in the cause that sometimes he did so deeply engage body and soul in.
as again draw his sword against his covenanted friend and again venture into the field in the cause that sometime he did so deeply engage body and soul in.
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he believes that if he venture upon sin, he must venture upon the displeasure of his Friend, whose favour he set more store by than all the delights under Heaven,
he believes that if he venture upon since, he must venture upon the displeasure of his Friend, whose favour he Set more store by than all the delights under Heaven,
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he now believes that the zealous compassionate Ministers that spoke so much against sin, had reason enough to have said ten times as much as they did;
he now believes that the zealous compassionate Ministers that spoke so much against since, had reason enough to have said ten times as much as they did;
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he plainly sees what is the great Makebate between God and Man, he hath now the wit to understand what it is that hath kept good things so long from him:
he plainly sees what is the great Makebate between God and Man, he hath now the wit to understand what it is that hath kept good things so long from him:
Tell him now of a Revel, a Whore, he had as live thou shouldst perswade him to part with his strength and liberty and grind in a mill, he reckons you might as rationally desire him to leap into a bottomless pit, to take up his everlasting lodging in a Bed of flames,
Tell him now of a Revel, a Whore, he had as live thou Shouldst persuade him to part with his strength and liberty and grind in a mill, he reckons you might as rationally desire him to leap into a bottomless pit, to take up his everlasting lodging in a Bed of flames,
Let Men and Devils use what Arguments they will to prevail with him, now to close with temptations, he is sure he hath a stronger against them, he hath a sensible Argument within, which will answer all,
Let Men and Devils use what Arguments they will to prevail with him, now to close with temptations, he is sure he hath a Stronger against them, he hath a sensible Argument within, which will answer all,
Shall such a one as I take up Arms against God? shall I that have found him so infinitely good? shall I that have experienced the Faithfulness of this friend to me, be so infinitely ungrateful as to be thus abominably unfaithful to him? Shall I that have forfeited my Life and Soul,
Shall such a one as I take up Arms against God? shall I that have found him so infinitely good? shall I that have experienced the Faithfulness of this friend to me, be so infinitely ungrateful as to be thus abominably unfaithful to him? Shall I that have forfeited my Life and Soul,
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What meanest thou O my Soul to stand parlying with Satan? hast thou known what that hath cost thee already? look back to Eden. Who was it that dispossessed thy Grand Father of that brave seat? What did Eve get by discoursing with such a Cheater;
What Meanest thou O my Soul to stand parleying with Satan? hast thou known what that hath cost thee already? look back to Eden. Who was it that dispossessed thy Grand Father of that brave seat? What did Eve get by discoursing with such a Cheater;
have you not lost enough already, but you must be venturing still? was it nothing for God of a friend to become a stranger and enemy? was it a slight matter to be divested of all that glory that once thou didst shine in,
have you not lost enough already, but you must be venturing still? was it nothing for God of a friend to become a stranger and enemy? was it a slight matter to be divested of all that glory that once thou didst shine in,
but that now again after thou art brought into some favour, thou must be tampering with that gamester who had like to have robbed thee of all? art thou talking of returning again to Egypt? what, hast thou so soon forgotten the Iron,
but that now again After thou art brought into Some favour, thou must be tampering with that gamester who had like to have robbed thee of all? art thou talking of returning again to Egypt? what, hast thou so soon forgotten the Iron,
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and the Clay? Is this all the thanks that you give the Lord for his unspeakable mercy? Doth he that hath done such things for you deserve no better at your hands? Is this your kindness to your friend? What was it O my soul, that that undone Creature said unto thee? Did he say, it is a little one,
and the Clay? Is this all the thanks that you give the Lord for his unspeakable mercy? Does he that hath done such things for you deserve no better At your hands? Is this your kindness to your friend? What was it Oh my soul, that that undone Creature said unto thee? Did he say, it is a little one,
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and thy Soul shall live? what, did he ask a few merry hours that I should spare my self, that I should not be righteous overmuch? Did he so? a special Friend!
and thy Soul shall live? what, did he ask a few merry hours that I should spare my self, that I should not be righteous overmuch? Did he so? a special Friend!
I Thank you for nothing? and why didst thou not answer the Tempter as Solomon did Bathsheba when she ask'd a small thing (as she thought) for A donijah? and why dost thou not ask the Kingdom also? and why did not Satan ask thee to part with heaven,
I Thank you for nothing? and why didst thou not answer the Tempter as Solomon did Bathsheba when she asked a small thing (as she Thought) for A donijah? and why dost thou not ask the Kingdom also? and why did not Satan ask thee to part with heaven,
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and thy interest in Christ, and those favours? as the Lord liveth, as small a request as thou thinkst his was, that word was spoken against thy life, thy Soul. A vertuous man, or as the Stoick calls him, Auton.) One that hath God for his friend,
and thy Interest in christ, and those favours? as the Lord lives, as small a request as thou Thinkest his was, that word was spoken against thy life, thy Soul. A virtuous man, or as the Stoic calls him, Auton.) One that hath God for his friend,
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and makes that noble flame to burn more vehemently, Cant. 8.6, 7. He desires to exercise that Grace which is contrary to the vice which he is tempted to with more then ordinary vigour.
and makes that noble flame to burn more vehemently, Cant 8.6, 7. He Desires to exercise that Grace which is contrary to the vice which he is tempted to with more then ordinary vigour.
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He is much of the same mind, in that point, with that brave Heathen, who spake thus to himself when Temptation was strong. ( Ar. Epist. 1.2. c. 18.) Deliberate man, yield not rashly, tis a great work that lies upon thy hands, tis a divine work.
He is much of the same mind, in that point, with that brave Heathen, who spoke thus to himself when Temptation was strong. (Ar. Epistle 1.2. c. 18.) Deliberate man, yield not rashly, this a great work that lies upon thy hands, this a divine work.
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Now remember thy God, let's see what thy love to thy God is, remember his presence, he beholds how thou standest deliberating whether thou shouldest fight for him or against him,
Now Remember thy God, let's see what thy love to thy God is, Remember his presence, he beholds how thou Standest deliberating whither thou Shouldst fight for him or against him,
Whose Sword is that you wear by your side? who gave you it? did not God give it you to fight against his enemies? and will you draw it against himself? Remember from whence you had all that you do enjoy,
Whose Sword is that you wear by your side? who gave you it? did not God give it you to fight against his enemies? and will you draw it against himself? remember from whence you had all that you do enjoy,
and bestow them all upon that which he hates? will you quarter & keep in pay with Gods coyn, his greatest enemy? And if you feel your heart still staggering,
and bestow them all upon that which he hates? will you quarter & keep in pay with God's coin, his greatest enemy? And if you feel your heart still staggering,
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and scarce able to keep it's ground, then remember God stands by, Christ looks on, and sees how gallantly any Champion of his will demean themselves on his quarrel;
and scarce able to keep it's ground, then Remember God Stands by, christ looks on, and sees how gallantly any Champion of his will demean themselves on his quarrel;
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& that there is not a more lovely sight upon the Earth, then to behold one of his Friends, rather venturing their lives then they will bare that the least indignity or affront should be put upon their God! O happy are they that can always act as in the sight of God! and if the Soul can have but a constant fresh sence of it's relation to God,
& that there is not a more lovely sighed upon the Earth, then to behold one of his Friends, rather venturing their lives then they will bore that the least indignity or affront should be put upon their God! Oh happy Are they that can always act as in the sighed of God! and if the Soul can have but a constant fresh sense of it's Relation to God,
after I have tasted and seen how good the Lord is? is it a light matter that I did so long fight against him then? and shall I now renew my rebellions,
After I have tasted and seen how good the Lord is? is it a Light matter that I did so long fight against him then? and shall I now renew my rebellions,
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when I have had so much experience of the folly & madness of such a war, where I shall be as surely conquered as I draw my sword? and hath God kept me by a miracle of mercy out of Hell,
when I have had so much experience of the folly & madness of such a war, where I shall be as surely conquered as I draw my sword? and hath God kept me by a miracle of mercy out of Hell,
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No, I'le die a thousand deaths before I will willingly yield to any thing that may be in the least offensive to him, whom my Soul hath such an infinite reason to love above the whole world.
No, I'll die a thousand death's before I will willingly yield to any thing that may be in the least offensive to him, whom my Soul hath such an infinite reason to love above the Whole world.
and a slave to his lust, when he once comes to taste the sweetness of Spiritual liberty, to ••••de free by Christ, he hath no desire again to be inslaved,
and a slave to his lust, when he once comes to taste the sweetness of Spiritual liberty, to ••••de free by christ, he hath no desire again to be enslaved,
and what his friend, the Lord loves, he can't hate, and where his God hates he can't love. Psal. 139.22. Do not I hate them O Lord which hate thee? and am I not grieved with them which rise up against thee? I hate them with a perfect hatred, I count them mine enemies.
and what his friend, the Lord loves, he can't hate, and where his God hates he can't love. Psalm 139.22. Do not I hate them O Lord which hate thee? and am I not grieved with them which rise up against thee? I hate them with a perfect hatred, I count them mine enemies.
Now what is it that stirs the Psalmists choller so much? Why, he had been working upon his own heart, in the former part of the Psalm, the doctrine of Gods omnisciency and goodness,
Now what is it that stirs the Psalmists choler so much? Why, he had been working upon his own heart, in the former part of the Psalm, the Doctrine of God's omnisciency and Goodness,
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and while his heart did thus muse, the fire burnt, his soul was in a flame against sin, verse 17. How precious are thy thoughts unto me O God! O when the soul hath sweet thoughts of God, it will have sower thoughts of sin.
and while his heart did thus muse, the fire burned, his soul was in a flame against since, verse 17. How precious Are thy thoughts unto me Oh God! Oh when the soul hath sweet thoughts of God, it will have sour thoughts of since.
When the soul loves God dearly, it can't chuse but hate sin entirely. None behold such deformity in sin, as those which behold most beauty in God.
When the soul loves God dearly, it can't choose but hate since entirely. None behold such deformity in since, as those which behold most beauty in God.
Hence it is that some of the people of God have (nay all of them which are really acquainted with God, are of the same mind) counted it more desirable to leap into the flames,
Hence it is that Some of the people of God have (nay all of them which Are really acquainted with God, Are of the same mind) counted it more desirable to leap into the flames,
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It was no untruth in the absolute position, though falsly applyed by Job 's friend, that it is a great wickedness to choose the least sin before the greatest suffering, Job 36.21.
It was no untruth in the absolute position, though falsely applied by Job is friend, that it is a great wickedness to choose the least since before the greatest suffering, Job 36.21.
What was it that made Paul so weary of himself? what burden was it that made his back so ake? what pains, caused those bitter groans? Rom. 7. was it not sin? and why did not Paul groan before as well as then? was it because he then had no sin at all,
What was it that made Paul so weary of himself? what burden was it that made his back so ache? what pains, caused those bitter groans? Rom. 7. was it not since? and why did not Paul groan before as well as then? was it Because he then had no since At all,
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They know that poverty shall be swallowed up with riches, want with fulness, sin with holiness, misery with happiness, they have an inheritance, a City, wherein dwelleth righteousness,
They know that poverty shall be swallowed up with riches, want with fullness, since with holiness, misery with happiness, they have an inheritance, a city, wherein dwells righteousness,
yet then they shall have a body as pure, as bright and glorious as the Sun, they shall be presented by Christ to the Father without spot or wrinkle, or any such thing.
yet then they shall have a body as pure, as bright and glorious as the Sun, they shall be presented by christ to the Father without spot or wrinkle, or any such thing.
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he hates vain thoughts, because he loves God and his laws, Ps. 119.104.113. 3. Another glorious effect of Acquaintance with God, is, that it makes one to have very low and undervaluing thoughts of the world.
he hates vain thoughts, Because he loves God and his laws, Ps. 119.104.113. 3. another glorious Effect of Acquaintance with God, is, that it makes one to have very low and undervaluing thoughts of the world.
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When the Saint hath been with Paul raised up to the third Heaven, when he hath had some intimate converse with God, he can look the world into almost nothing;
When the Saint hath been with Paul raised up to the third Heaven, when he hath had Some intimate converse with God, he can look the world into almost nothing;
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nay, if it stand in competition with Christ, he counts it but as dung and dross in comparison of the excellency of the knowledge of Christ Jesus his Lord, Phil. 3.8.
nay, if it stand in competition with christ, he counts it but as dung and dross in comparison of the excellency of the knowledge of christ jesus his Lord, Philip 3.8.
did they but know what it is to have one look of love from God, were they but acquainted with the glory of another world, they would soon disrelish every thing else;
did they but know what it is to have one look of love from God, were they but acquainted with the glory of Another world, they would soon disrelish every thing Else;
Taste the world who will, saith the Saint, give me but more Grace, more of Christs company, let me but maintain an intimate familiarity with God, let me be but better acquainted with him,
Taste the world who will, Says the Saint, give me but more Grace, more of Christ company, let me but maintain an intimate familiarity with God, let me be but better acquainted with him,
and be more frequently refreshed with the smiles, this is all that I desire upon earth, this is all that I expect to make my happiness compleat in Heaven.
and be more frequently refreshed with the smiles, this is all that I desire upon earth, this is all that I expect to make my happiness complete in Heaven.
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Bring me a heavenly Creature that hath had a view by Faith, of the Glory of Gods countenance, that hath been in his company, that hath been brought into his Banqueting house, such a one I am confident can easily spare that which most keep such a fearful stir about, he can spare the world for them which are like to have no better a portion.
Bring me a heavenly Creature that hath had a view by Faith, of the Glory of God's countenance, that hath been in his company, that hath been brought into his Banqueting house, such a one I am confident can Easily spare that which most keep such a fearful stir about, he can spare the world for them which Are like to have no better a portion.
but yet if the World and God stand in competition, they stand not long disputing which must give place, the World hath the uppermost room in the heart.
but yet if the World and God stand in competition, they stand not long disputing which must give place, the World hath the uppermost room in the heart.
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But whence is this mistake? How comes the Servant to Ride, and the Master to go on foot? Why is the world preferred before God? Why hence it is, men know not God, they are not acquainted with his excellency;
But whence is this mistake? How comes the Servant to Ride, and the Master to go on foot? Why is the world preferred before God? Why hence it is, men know not God, they Are not acquainted with his excellency;
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And when he hath been newly taking a walk in that heavenly Paradise, he looks back upon this World with grief and indignation, that he should ever love the world with his heart,
And when he hath been newly taking a walk in that heavenly Paradise, he looks back upon this World with grief and Indignation, that he should ever love the world with his heart,
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That which the men of the world fight, and kill, and spare not to damn their souls for, he sees now to be a pitiful worthless thing, which can't defer Death a moment,
That which the men of the world fight, and kill, and spare not to damn their Souls for, he sees now to be a pitiful worthless thing, which can't defer Death a moment,
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The truth of it is, he is almost afraid of the smiles of the world, not being ignorant of this, that whom it kisses, it intends to betray, he can't be overfond of that which in all probability will keep God and him at a greater distance,
The truth of it is, he is almost afraid of the smiles of the world, not being ignorant of this, that whom it Kisses, it intends to betray, he can't be overfond of that which in all probability will keep God and him At a greater distance,
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It is storied of Anaxagoras, that he seemed to be very little concerned when his countrey was in a flame, upon which being taxed by some, he made this reply, There is none of you all care more for your country then I do for nine;
It is storied of Anaxagoras, that he seemed to be very little concerned when his country was in a flame, upon which being taxed by Some, he made this reply, There is none of you all care more for your country then I do for nine;
but here's the difference, one thinks he hath Riches when he hath the command of a great deal of Gold and Silver, the other knows he hath Riches when he hath Christ,
but here's the difference, one thinks he hath Riches when he hath the command of a great deal of Gold and Silver, the other knows he hath Riches when he hath christ,
One that is acquainted with God, will take the word of his Friend for true, which word tells him that whatsoever is presented to his sence, the world and all that is therein, must ere long be burnt up, whereupon he thinks it no imprudence at all to hazard present injoyments for future hopes;
One that is acquainted with God, will take the word of his Friend for true, which word tells him that whatsoever is presented to his sense, the world and all that is therein, must ere long be burned up, whereupon he thinks it no imprudence At all to hazard present enjoyments for future hope's;
but could you see his thoughts, could you look into his heart, and see the inward actings of his soul, you should see the man out of the world discoursing with God, he sticks close to the company of his Friend:
but could you see his thoughts, could you look into his heart, and see the inward actings of his soul, you should see the man out of the world discoursing with God, he sticks close to the company of his Friend:
but it's most vigorous spiteful actings are towards God, & the heat of its affections are abundantly more remiss and cool when they beat upon earthly objects.
but it's most vigorous spiteful actings Are towards God, & the heat of its affections Are abundantly more remiss and cool when they beatrice upon earthly objects.
and as for himself, he takes himself for little better then a prisoner, while his soul is pent up in a body which is so unwildly as to all spiritual employments, till it be refined by the grave.
and as for himself, he Takes himself for little better then a prisoner, while his soul is penned up in a body which is so unwildly as to all spiritual employments, till it be refined by the grave.
he looks upon himself as a Citizen of no mean City, a Denizen of Zion, a Free-man of the New Jerusalem, one of the Royal Society, over which Christ, that King of Glory, is the President, his inheritance is greater than that which the Sun compasseth in its course.
he looks upon himself as a Citizen of no mean city, a Denizen of Zion, a Freeman of the New Jerusalem, one of the Royal Society, over which christ, that King of Glory, is the President, his inheritance is greater than that which the Sun Compasseth in its course.
Look then, O my Soul, upon all that thou seest below, but as so many Inns and resting places for a Pilgrim to take some little refreshment in, and then to be gone.
Look then, Oh my Soul, upon all that thou See below, but as so many Inns and resting places for a Pilgrim to take Some little refreshment in, and then to be gone.
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As soon as any one hath but a saving knowledge of Christ, he is in such a condition as that he need not trouble his head with care, nor his heart with fear;
As soon as any one hath but a Saving knowledge of christ, he is in such a condition as that he need not trouble his head with care, nor his heart with Fear;
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but as for a Child of God, that Scripture bears up his Soul under the mightiest waves of fear, There is no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, Rom. 8.1. He that is in Covenant with God, may in this world undergo some petty injures, some insurrections may be made against him;
but as for a Child of God, that Scripture bears up his Soul under the Mightiest waves of Fear, There is no condemnation to them which Are in christ jesus, Rom. 8.1. He that is in Covenant with God, may in this world undergo Some Petty injures, Some insurrections may be made against him;
O the disquietments and fears that strangers and enemies are compassed with, or will be! And O the joys, the security, the true security that some have;
O the disquietments and fears that Strangers and enemies Are compassed with, or will be! And Oh the Joys, the security, the true security that Some have;
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yet it being the great inquiry of the wisest, how they may be sheltered from this storm? What shall they do to be cured of these heart qualms? How they may be freed from fears? I shall not altogether pass it over in this place.
yet it being the great inquiry of the Wisest, how they may be sheltered from this storm? What shall they do to be cured of these heart qualms? How they may be freed from fears? I shall not altogether pass it over in this place.
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I can't but incourage poor strangers, as they value the truest comforts, as they would be free from fear and trembling when the Foundations of the Earth shall be shaken,
I can't but encourage poor Strangers, as they valve the Truest comforts, as they would be free from Fear and trembling when the Foundations of the Earth shall be shaken,
The righteous man is even delighted with the forethoughts of that, the thoughts of which doth put a damp upon all the comforts of the ungodly, he rejoyceth in that which makes his Neighbour to tremble.
The righteous man is even delighted with the forethoughts of that, the thoughts of which does put a damp upon all the comforts of the ungodly, he Rejoiceth in that which makes his Neighbour to tremble.
when I shall have better company then Homer, Orpheus, Socrat. Cato, when I shall sit down with Abraham, Isaac, & Jacob, in the Palace of their Friend and mine!
when I shall have better company then Homer, Orpheus, Socrates Cato, when I shall fit down with Abraham, Isaac, & Jacob, in the Palace of their Friend and mine!
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O happy day when I shall come to my Fathers house, to that general Assembly, the Church of the First born, to an innumerable company of Angels, to Jesus, the Mediator of the New-Covenant,
O happy day when I shall come to my Father's house, to that general Assembly, the Church of the First born, to an innumerable company of Angels, to jesus, the Mediator of the New-covenant,
I can't omit a brave speech of that noble Stoick which comes to my mind, Ar. Epist. l. 1. c. 7. ( If the acquaintance and favour of Caesar can keep you (as you are made to believe) from some fears? how much rather to have God for your Father and Friend? how little cause have such to be afraid at any time of any thing.
I can't omit a brave speech of that noble Stoic which comes to my mind, Ar. Epistle l. 1. c. 7. (If the acquaintance and favour of Caesar can keep you (as you Are made to believe) from Some fears? how much rather to have God for your Father and Friend? how little cause have such to be afraid At any time of any thing.
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It's possible indeed to get some stupifying intoxicating stuff, that makes a man to dye like a beast, without any great horror, the Devils shop will furnish poor dying Creatures with enough of that;
It's possible indeed to get Some stupefying intoxicating stuff, that makes a man to die like a beast, without any great horror, the Devils shop will furnish poor dying Creatures with enough of that;
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It was none of the worst counsel which he gave, whosoever he was who said, that it doth highly concern us seriously to think of terrible things which we must most certainly see ere long,
It was none of the worst counsel which he gave, whosoever he was who said, that it does highly concern us seriously to think of terrible things which we must most Certainly see ere long,
and to lay in such provision as may make us fit to grapple with them when they come, O for that which will keeps us, from crying out hereafter? what shall I do? wo is me, I am undon:
and to lay in such provision as may make us fit to grapple with them when they come, Oh for that which will keeps us, from crying out hereafter? what shall I do? woe is me, I am undone:
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O would men and women but understand themselves, and mind their business, what sweet lives might they lead, what a calm might there be constantly upon their Spirits! How cheerfully might they live!
O would men and women but understand themselves, and mind their business, what sweet lives might they led, what a Cam might there be constantly upon their Spirits! How cheerfully might they live!
And dost thou not know, O Tully, what's the matter? why then I will tell thee, One principal Ingredient was left out, viz, Faith in the Bloud of Christ,
And dost thou not know, Oh Tully, what's the matter? why then I will tell thee, One principal Ingredient was left out, videlicet, Faith in the Blood of christ,
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Do not think therefore that I come to take away your comforts and joys, when I come to perswade you to get acquaintance with God, no such matter, I would have you learn to rejoyce,
Do not think Therefore that I come to take away your comforts and Joys, when I come to persuade you to get acquaintance with God, no such matter, I would have you Learn to rejoice,
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Tell one of Gods acquaintance, of poverty, he values is not, as long as he knows he hath a brave estate that can't be confiscated, riches that none can take from him, a treasure that thieves can't break through to, and steal.
Tell one of God's acquaintance, of poverty, he value's is not, as long as he knows he hath a brave estate that can't be confiscated, riches that none can take from him, a treasure that thieves can't break through to, and steal.
Tell him of torments, racks, flames, or what the policy of Hell can invent, he is not ignorant of this, that the more he suffers for Christs sake, the greater cause he hath to rejoyce, to be exceeding glad,
Tell him of torments, racks, flames, or what the policy of Hell can invent, he is not ignorant of this, that the more he suffers for Christ sake, the greater cause he hath to rejoice, to be exceeding glad,
this light affliction works for him, a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory. As long as his torments want that dreadful Epithite, Eternal, he doth not much pass;
this Light affliction works for him, a Far more exceeding and Eternal weight of glory. As long as his torments want that dreadful Epithet, Eternal, he does not much pass;
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he can almost dare the world & the devil to do their worst, as being confident of this, that as long as he is dear to God, his Soul is out of their reach.
he can almost Dare the world & the Devil to do their worst, as being confident of this, that as long as he is dear to God, his Soul is out of their reach.
above all, this cheers him, to think that all his Friends will not serve him so, he hath one Friend that will never forsake him, never be unfaithful to him.
above all, this cheers him, to think that all his Friends will not serve him so, he hath one Friend that will never forsake him, never be unfaithful to him.
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then he shall live a life, of joy, a life of perfect holiness, such a life as Saints and Angels live, such a life as Christ lives, the life of God, a life without death, an everlasting life;
then he shall live a life, of joy, a life of perfect holiness, such a life as Saints and Angels live, such a life as christ lives, the life of God, a life without death, an everlasting life;
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O but I have lately lost many of my most neer and precious relations? If thou art one of Gods Friends, let me tell thee for thy comfort, you will meet them at your Friends house, when you come thither.
O but I have lately lost many of my most near and precious relations? If thou art one of God's Friends, let me tell thee for thy Comfort, you will meet them At your Friends house, when you come thither.
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It was no unsuitable advice that he gave to his Friend Lucilius, to cheer him up after the loss of a dear Friend, Let us consider my dear Lucilius, that we our selves should be glad to be in that place,
It was no unsuitable Advice that he gave to his Friend Lucilius, to cheer him up After the loss of a dear Friend, Let us Consider my dear Lucilius, that we our selves should be glad to be in that place,
nay further, lets see the man raked out of his body, and how doth the Soul look? is it now rich, beautiful, joyful? can it stand confidently before God? doth it appear cheerfully in the presence of it's maker? Why, this is something;
nay further, lets see the man raked out of his body, and how does the Soul look? is it now rich, beautiful, joyful? can it stand confidently before God? does it appear cheerfully in the presence of it's maker? Why, this is something;
It matters not much whether his body were fed with Pulse or Dainties, cloathed with Rags or Scarlet, it matters not whether his Soul went out of his mouth, or at a wound;
It matters not much whither his body were fed with Pulse or Dainties, clothed with Rags or Scarlet, it matters not whither his Soul went out of his Mouth, or At a wound;
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and that no life is like the life of a Christian, all whose sorrows end in joys, whose miseries make him more happy, whose shame for Christ will make for his glory;
and that no life is like the life of a Christian, all whose sorrows end in Joys, whose misery's make him more happy, whose shame for christ will make for his glory;
but they have the most vile, low, contemptible thoughts of the infinitely glorious Majesty, and they think any thing will serve his turn, they make more bold with him then they would do with a man like themselves, they put him off with the leavings of the world:
but they have the most vile, low, contemptible thoughts of the infinitely glorious Majesty, and they think any thing will serve his turn, they make more bold with him then they would do with a man like themselves, they put him off with the leavings of the world:
As for the sanctifying the Lord God in their hearts; as for inward hearty-love; as for high prizings and admirings of God, as for a real honouring of God,
As for the sanctifying the Lord God in their hearts; as for inward hearty-love; as for high prizings and admirings of God, as for a real honouring of God,
he wonders that a God of such infinite goodness should be no more loved, that a God of such infinite greatness, justice and holiness should be no more feared, that a God of such unspeakable power should be no more obeyed;
he wonders that a God of such infinite Goodness should be no more loved, that a God of such infinite greatness, Justice and holiness should be no more feared, that a God of such unspeakable power should be no more obeyed;
and while he remembers his own contempt of God in former times, and the too mean thoughts that he hath at present of him, he doth even stand astonished to think that he should be on this side the state of the damned.
and while he remembers his own contempt of God in former times, and the too mean thoughts that he hath At present of him, he does even stand astonished to think that he should be on this side the state of the damned.
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Now the threats or promises of a God are not counted small matters; Heaven, Hell, and Eternity go for the greatest Realities, because God saith they are such.
Now the Treats or promises of a God Are not counted small matters; Heaven, Hell, and Eternity go for the greatest Realities, Because God Says they Are such.
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but valued himself and his most base lust, and the Devil himself before God, doth now respect Gods glory in all that he doth, he ventures upon nothing deliberately, but what may please him;
but valued himself and his most base lust, and the devil himself before God, does now respect God's glory in all that he does, he ventures upon nothing deliberately, but what may please him;
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Whatsoever he hath that is worth any thing, he sends it to this Friend, he presents him with his first fruits, he sacrificeth his male, the best of his flock;
Whatsoever he hath that is worth any thing, he sends it to this Friend, he presents him with his First fruits, he Sacrificeth his male, the best of his flock;
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Whatever temptations he conquers, whatsoever sin he slayes, whatsover piece of gallantry or prowess he hath done in his inrods upon Satans Kingdom, he gives the honour of all to the valour, conduct,
Whatever temptations he conquers, whatsoever since he slays, whatsoever piece of gallantry or prowess he hath done in his inrods upon Satan Kingdom, he gives the honour of all to the valour, conduct,
He sets the Crown of the King of Ammon, like Joab, upon the head of this King David. He hath such a high esteem for God, that he thinks nothing well done but when it is done exactly as he would have it;
He sets the Crown of the King of Ammon, like Joab, upon the head of this King David. He hath such a high esteem for God, that he thinks nothing well done but when it is done exactly as he would have it;
they will not serve God with that which cost them nothing, kneeling down, and saying a few formal words before God in the evening, repeating the Lords Prayer,
they will not serve God with that which cost them nothing, kneeling down, and saying a few formal words before God in the evening, repeating the lords Prayer,
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This is the Friend and Acquaintance of God, this is the brave Israelite, that spiritual Prince that will not let God go till he hath prevailed with him.
This is the Friend and Acquaintance of God, this is the brave Israelite, that spiritual Prince that will not let God go till he hath prevailed with him.
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why, he comes with a great deal of confidence, and knocks at Gods door, and, for his part, he will not go away, though the door be not presently opened,
why, he comes with a great deal of confidence, and knocks At God's door, and, for his part, he will not go away, though the door be not presently opened,
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He comes to Prayer as if he were going to storm Heaven, he gets spiritual things by violence, he comes to Duty as to fight for a Crown, he is ashamed to offer the lame and the blind to God,
He comes to Prayer as if he were going to storm Heaven, he gets spiritual things by violence, he comes to Duty as to fight for a Crown, he is ashamed to offer the lame and the blind to God,
he knows that his King hath a large purse, and as large a heart, and he is not willing to lose such excellent things that are to be had for the asking for;
he knows that his King hath a large purse, and as large a heart, and he is not willing to loose such excellent things that Are to be had for the asking for;
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A poor Creature that very rarely injoys any communion with God, that is very little or not at all acquainted with him, is ready to take up with a few formal complemental performances, he is weary of his work before he hath well begun it, he is quickly out of breath;
A poor Creature that very rarely enjoys any communion with God, that is very little or not At all acquainted with him, is ready to take up with a few formal complemental performances, he is weary of his work before he hath well begun it, he is quickly out of breath;
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it may be, he may be somewhat cold when he sets out, but by that time he hath gon a few turns with his Friend, his blood grows warm, he is sometimes so taken up with God in duty, that he can scare tell when to have don? O he thinks it's good being there? O it was a sweet season!
it may be, he may be somewhat cold when he sets out, but by that time he hath gone a few turns with his Friend, his blood grows warm, he is sometime so taken up with God in duty, that he can scare tell when to have dONE? O he thinks it's good being there? O it was a sweet season!
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I have heard some Christians say, that had not God made it their duty to follow their callings, they could be glad with all their hearts to do nothing else, day nor night,
I have herd Some Christians say, that had not God made it their duty to follow their callings, they could be glad with all their hearts to do nothing Else, day nor night,
but hear the mysteries of Gods love in Christ opened, Read, Pray, Meditate, and be immediately engaged in the service of God, Sure something is the matter with these persons more then ordinary, that their Palate should be so Spiritualised,
but hear the Mysteres of God's love in christ opened, Read, Pray, Meditate, and be immediately engaged in the service of God, Sure something is the matter with these Persons more then ordinary, that their Palate should be so Spiritualized,
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Lord what wilt thou have me to do? wilt thou have me to preach for thee, to run through Fire and Water for thee, to dye for thee, to go or come? O Lord do but bare me company,
Lord what wilt thou have me to do? wilt thou have me to preach for thee, to run through Fire and Water for thee, to die for thee, to go or come? O Lord do but bore me company,
This is one of Gods Champions, he watches, he keeps upon his guard, he fights stoutly, he stands his ground, in every thing he demeans himself gallantly, he quits himself like a Souldier of Christ;
This is one of God's Champions, he watches, he keeps upon his guard, he fights stoutly, he Stands his ground, in every thing he demeans himself gallantly, he quits himself like a Soldier of christ;
Ask Epictetus what made Socrates do as he did, and he will tell you ( l. 3. c. 22) It was because he was a Friend of God, his Servant, and partaker of his Kingdom.
Ask Epictetus what made Socrates do as he did, and he will tell you (l. 3. c. 22) It was Because he was a Friend of God, his Servant, and partaker of his Kingdom.
7. Another excellent effect of this acquaintance with God, is, it will make a man Patient under all the dispensations of Gods providence, in all conditions to be content, in quietnesse to possess his Spirit:
7. another excellent Effect of this acquaintance with God, is, it will make a man Patient under all the dispensations of God's providence, in all conditions to be content, in quietness to possess his Spirit:
What was it that kept such a calm in Pauls heart, when there was such a constant storm without him? was it not his sence of his interest in Gods love? though all the world were his enemies,
What was it that kept such a Cam in Paul's heart, when there was such a constant storm without him? was it not his sense of his Interest in God's love? though all the world were his enemies,
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and all these things which most call dreadful, when they come to a man that is much in Communion with God, they find him Patient, Meek and Calm, these are not the things which put him upon the rack;
and all these things which most call dreadful, when they come to a man that is much in Communion with God, they find him Patient, Meek and Cam, these Are not the things which put him upon the rack;
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yea, so great is his Royal Bounty, that it doth largely provide for his enemies? and shall his friends, his children starve? Hath he not done so in ancient dayes? when his people were in the wilderness he sent them their Dyet from his own house, he fed them with Angels food.
yea, so great is his Royal Bounty, that it does largely provide for his enemies? and shall his Friends, his children starve? Hath he not done so in ancient days? when his people were in the Wilderness he sent them their Diet from his own house, he fed them with Angels food.
He that before he was acquainted with God had not the wit to know his Friends from his Foes, by his converse with God is made more wise then the great Sages and grand Politicians of the world.
He that before he was acquainted with God had not the wit to know his Friends from his Foes, by his converse with God is made more wise then the great Sages and grand Politicians of the world.
To converse with God, to take all possible care to make their calling and election sure, to do what one can to be happy for ever, goes amongst them for a ridiculous thing, and more then needs.
To converse with God, to take all possible care to make their calling and election sure, to do what one can to be happy for ever, Goes among them for a ridiculous thing, and more then needs.
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As for the man that is acquainted with God, all his actions speak him a man of prudence, one that hath a deep reach with him, he is a man of an excellent foresight, he sees the clouds a gathering a great way off, the storm before it riseth,
As for the man that is acquainted with God, all his actions speak him a man of prudence, one that hath a deep reach with him, he is a man of an excellent foresight, he sees the Clouds a gathering a great Way off, the storm before it Riseth,
How say you, ye mad Gallants, that look upon the Saint as a Fool, and Religion as a ridiculous thing? Are these such foolish actings? is it so undiscreet a choice to prefer Heaven before Hell? If this be to be a fool, I wish I were more such a fool;
How say you, you mad Gallants, that look upon the Saint as a Fool, and Religion as a ridiculous thing? are these such foolish actings? is it so undiscreet a choice to prefer Heaven before Hell? If this be to be a fool, I wish I were more such a fool;
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Wisdom (faith be) is a great spacious thing, it instructs us both in Divine and Humane things, it teacheth a man how to demean himself in relation to things, past, present, and to come:
Wisdom (faith be) is a great spacious thing, it instructs us both in Divine and Humane things, it Teaches a man how to demean himself in Relation to things, past, present, and to come:
The grand Maximes of this Wisdom were little understood in the Peripatetick or St•ick schools, Flesh & Bloud, Humane Wisdom improv'd to the height, reveal not these things to us.
The grand Maxims of this Wisdom were little understood in the Peripatetic or St•ick Schools, Flesh & Blood, Humane Wisdom improved to the height, reveal not these things to us.
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and Acquaintance with God, that is Wisdom, and to depart from iniquity, that is understanding, Job 28.12.13, 14, &c. 10. Another effect of this Acquaintance with God, is ▪ It will make a man rich.
and Acquaintance with God, that is Wisdom, and to depart from iniquity, that is understanding, Job 28.12.13, 14, etc. 10. another Effect of this Acquaintance with God, is ▪ It will make a man rich.
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Christ undertakes to heal the infinite breach, to bring God and Man acquainted, & to set him up again, in case he will but accept of the gracious terms of agreement;
christ undertakes to heal the infinite breach, to bring God and Man acquainted, & to Set him up again, in case he will but accept of the gracious terms of agreement;
he will be his Cash-keeper, he will have the oversight of all, he will teach him such an art, that he shall be sure to get by every thing that he trades in, he shall gain by his losses, grow rich by his poverty,
he will be his cashkeeper, he will have the oversight of all, he will teach him such an art, that he shall be sure to get by every thing that he trades in, he shall gain by his losses, grow rich by his poverty,
and when all those that made such a great show in the World, and that were taken for Merchants, that were exceeding well to pass, shall be proclaimed Bankrupts,
and when all those that made such a great show in the World, and that were taken for Merchant's, that were exceeding well to pass, shall be proclaimed bankrupts,
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he will have something to show for his gains, when others have nothing, When the rich ones of the world shall be begging a drop of water, he is at the fountain.
he will have something to show for his gains, when Others have nothing, When the rich ones of the world shall be begging a drop of water, he is At the fountain.
If we should take a surview of that mans estate, that is acquainted with God, you must lift up your eyes to those everlasting Hills, you must look East, West, North and South;
If we should take a surview of that men estate, that is acquainted with God, you must lift up your eyes to those everlasting Hills, you must look East, West, North and South;
mount up to the top of Carmel, your sight is too short, you see not the hundredth part of his inheritance, all this is nothing, he hath a brave estate in another Country;
mount up to the top of Mount carmel, your sighed is too short, you see not the hundredth part of his inheritance, all this is nothing, he hath a brave estate in Another Country;
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Will you call nothing riches, but Gold and Silver, and Houses and Lands? is Virtue, Grace, Holiness no riches? And will you call these little because he hath not so much trouble and vexation with his estate as some have? is Heaven, Glory, the everlasting enjoyment of God nothing? Is the possessing that which is more worth then a thousand worlds, no riches;
Will you call nothing riches, but Gold and Silver, and Houses and Lands? is Virtue, Grace, Holiness no riches? And will you call these little Because he hath not so much trouble and vexation with his estate as Some have? is Heaven, Glory, the everlasting enjoyment of God nothing? Is the possessing that which is more worth then a thousand world's, no riches;
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let me be thus poor, rather then enjoy the Revenue of all the Princes, and great Ones of the World? And what do you think of this, you that are worth never a penny? Are you desirous to have a great Estate? you that go backward,
let me be thus poor, rather then enjoy the Revenue of all the Princes, and great Ones of the World? And what do you think of this, you that Are worth never a penny? are you desirous to have a great Estate? you that go backward,
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Company is of an assimulating nature. He that before was unholy, and like the Devil; by conversion to God, and converse with him is made holy like God.
Company is of an assimulating nature. He that before was unholy, and like the devil; by conversion to God, and converse with him is made holy like God.
if God be free and bountiful, he thinks it very ill becomes one of his children to hide his face from his own flesh, to shut up his bowels, to be void of natural affection.
if God be free and bountiful, he thinks it very ill becomes one of his children to hide his face from his own Flesh, to shut up his bowels, to be void of natural affection.
It was bravely spoken of him ( Sen. 3.73.) especially if we consider what the man was, who told his Friend that call'd him to Heaven in compendium, To get as much happines as this place, this soul,
It was bravely spoken of him (Sen. 3.73.) especially if we Consider what the man was, who told his Friend that called him to Heaven in compendium, To get as much happiness as this place, this soul,
This is a short cut so glory, a Soul carried to Heaven, or Heaven brought down to the Soul. A full and perfect conformity and likeness to God is the very Glory of Glory;
This is a short Cut so glory, a Soul carried to Heaven, or Heaven brought down to the Soul. A full and perfect conformity and likeness to God is the very Glory of Glory;
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and a partial conformity to him upon earth, is his unspeakable honour in this life, O were men and women better acquainted with God, they would sparkle and shine in their Generation,
and a partial conformity to him upon earth, is his unspeakable honour in this life, Oh were men and women better acquainted with God, they would sparkle and shine in their Generation,
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12. The last effect of this acquaintance with God, which I shall name, is this, it will make a man better, far more Excellent in all states, and relations;
12. The last Effect of this acquaintance with God, which I shall name, is this, it will make a man better, Far more Excellent in all states, and relations;
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he is more dutiful to his Parent then he was, while he was unacquainted with God? If he be a Servant he is more diligent and Faithful then before, he serves not with eye service,
he is more dutiful to his Parent then he was, while he was unacquainted with God? If he be a Servant he is more diligent and Faithful then before, he serves not with eye service,
as he is a neighbour, he follows peace with all men, and holiness, because he hath seen God? How sweet and amiable doth acquaintance with God make a man! how ready to heal divisions!
as he is a neighbour, he follows peace with all men, and holiness, Because he hath seen God? How sweet and amiable does acquaintance with God make a man! how ready to heal divisions!
one that knows God himself, doth what he can to get others acquainted with God too? how sweetly doth he commend the way of wisdom? with what earnestness,
one that knows God himself, does what he can to get Others acquainted with God too? how sweetly does he commend the Way of Wisdom? with what earnestness,
In all conditions, and relations, he commends Religion, and shews that godliness, where it is in the power and life of it, is a brave thing, which makes so great an alteration in a man for the better? If he be sick, he rejoyceth,
In all conditions, and relations, he commends Religion, and shows that godliness, where it is in the power and life of it, is a brave thing, which makes so great an alteration in a man for the better? If he be sick, he Rejoiceth,
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with the things of this world, for the things of another: To lay up for himself Treasure, which neither Moth can corrupt, nor Thieves break through, and steal:
with the things of this world, for the things of Another: To lay up for himself Treasure, which neither Moth can corrupt, nor Thieves break through, and steal:
this tis to be intimately acquainted with God! O how useful might men and women be in their generations, were they but more in Gods company? O what a savour would there be of their Graces in the place where they live? How would poor Creatures that receive good by their holy counsels,
this this to be intimately acquainted with God! Oh how useful might men and women be in their generations, were they but more in God's company? O what a savour would there be of their Graces in the place where they live? How would poor Creatures that receive good by their holy Counsels,
and suitable lives, bless God for the day, that ever they were born, and adore that goodness, which brought them near such and such a one, by whose means God hath brought them out of the Vassalage and Captivity of Satan,
and suitable lives, bless God for the day, that ever they were born, and adore that Goodness, which brought them near such and such a one, by whose means God hath brought them out of the Vassalage and Captivity of Satan,
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If you could live securely without God, and be in a safe condition, though you still remained a stranger to him, the business then were not so very considerable;
If you could live securely without God, and be in a safe condition, though you still remained a stranger to him, the business then were not so very considerable;
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But when I see and know that it is as much as their life and soule is worth, to slight and undervalue the Motions that I am now a making to you in Christs stead,
But when I see and know that it is as much as their life and soul is worth, to slight and undervalue the Motions that I am now a making to you in Christ stead,
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how can I with any faithfulness and love to your souls hold my peace? How can I stand looking upon men and women that are about to murder their own souls,
how can I with any faithfulness and love to your Souls hold my peace? How can I stand looking upon men and women that Are about to murder their own Souls,
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and forbear crying out? How can I endure to see poor Creatures running with all the speed they can to that dismal place, from whence there is no Redemption,
and forbear crying out? How can I endure to see poor Creatures running with all the speed they can to that dismal place, from whence there is no Redemption,
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as not to tell that which doth infinitely concern their well-being? for, let me tell you, God will not stand neuter, he will be either for you, or against you;
as not to tell that which does infinitely concern their well-being? for, let me tell you, God will not stand neuter, he will be either for you, or against you;
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he stands upon a pinacle, which one little blast may blow him off, and then where is the man to all Eternity? if he fall thence, there is no rising again;
he Stands upon a pinnacle, which one little blast may blow him off, and then where is the man to all Eternity? if he fallen thence, there is no rising again;
If God be your enemy, who do you think will be your friend? To which of the Saints or Angels will you fly? where will you go for shelter against the storm of that terrible one? what armour will defend you from the dint of his weapons? what in the world can stand that man in any stead that hath such an Adversary? especially when he comes to give his definitivesentence against him for high Treason.
If God be your enemy, who do you think will be your friend? To which of the Saints or Angels will you fly? where will you go for shelter against the storm of that terrible one? what armour will defend you from the dint of his weapons? what in the world can stand that man in any stead that hath such an Adversary? especially when he comes to give his definitivesentence against him for high Treason.
but what comfort for all that had the miserable Child from his holy Father? doth he not in stead of cooling his tongue with a drop of water, lay more burning coals upon it,
but what Comfort for all that had the miserable Child from his holy Father? does he not in stead of cooling his tongue with a drop of water, lay more burning coals upon it,
Well then, if you would not hereafter reflect with an aking heart upon your lost enjoyments, think with a serious and thankful heart of the present offers, that you may in Eternity reflect with joy upon your short sorrows in time.
Well then, if you would not hereafter reflect with an aching heart upon your lost enjoyments, think with a serious and thankful heart of the present offers, that you may in Eternity reflect with joy upon your short sorrows in time.
and which had the courage to grapple with omnipotency it self? who got the day? who had the worst of it at last? and art thou stronger then they? is thy power greater, thy understanding deeper, thy Allyes more considerable then theirs? A fly may be too hard for Pharaoh; but Pharaoh can never be too hard for God.
and which had the courage to grapple with omnipotency it self? who god the day? who had the worst of it At last? and art thou Stronger then they? is thy power greater, thy understanding Deeper, thy Allies more considerable then theirs? A fly may be too hard for Pharaoh; but Pharaoh can never be too hard for God.
How do you like such an answer as this is? how will you take it when you stand begging at the door for one crumb of mercy, one drop of Christs bloud, to be sent away with a bitter scorn and denial,
How do you like such an answer as this is? how will you take it when you stand begging At the door for one crumb of mercy, one drop of Christ blood, to be sent away with a bitter scorn and denial,
and you would not hear, though God sent messenger after messenger to setch you, you thought your oxen better company then your God, you took more pleasure in your dogs,
and you would not hear, though God sent Messenger After Messenger to setch you, you Thought your oxen better company then your God, you took more pleasure in your Dogs,
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your houses will all be burnt, all your attendants, except care and fear, will shortly forsake you, your Gold and Silver will not ere long be worth a rush;
your houses will all be burned, all your attendants, except care and Fear, will shortly forsake you, your Gold and Silver will not ere long be worth a rush;
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Little do you think how false your friends will prove when it comes to that, that they see that all is going? then they also will help forward your ruine.
Little do you think how false your Friends will prove when it comes to that, that they see that all is going? then they also will help forward your ruin.
Your good Fellows, your Confederates in wickedness, your dear Friends, that you loved more then God, that you did not spare to venture your life and soul for.
Your good Fellows, your Confederates in wickedness, your dear Friends, that you loved more then God, that you did not spare to venture your life and soul for.
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he carried me from the Ale-house to the Tavern, from thence to a Play-house, from a Play-house to a Whore-house, from thence to the High-way, from thence to the Gaol, from the Gaol to the Gallows,
he carried me from the Alehouse to the Tavern, from thence to a Playhouse, from a Playhouse to a Whorehouse, from thence to the Highway, from thence to the Gaol, from the Gaol to the Gallows,
The people of God which weep over sinners, and pray for them, and wish them well with their souls, will then see justice executed upon their nearest Relations, without the least sorrow;
The people of God which weep over Sinners, and pray for them, and wish them well with their Souls, will then see Justice executed upon their nearest Relations, without the least sorrow;
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nay, they also will come in against them too, and say, Lord I told them of this woful day, O Lord thou knowest I forewarned them of that which is now come to pass, I pleaded with them with all the compassion that I could,
nay, they also will come in against them too, and say, Lord I told them of this woeful day, Oh Lord thou Knowest I forewarned them of that which is now come to pass, I pleaded with them with all the compassion that I could,
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plant your mighty Cannons, shoot down huge Hailstones, Arrows of fire, and hot Thunderbolts? O how do the wounded fall? how many are the slains of the Lord, multitudes, multitudes in the valley of Decision,
plant your mighty Cannons, shoot down huge Hailstones, Arrows of fire, and hight Thunderbolts? O how do the wounded fallen? how many Are the slains of the Lord, Multitudes, Multitudes in the valley of Decision,
Gods Souldiers run from one place to another with their flaming Swords in their hands, Arm'd with the justice of God, jealousie, power and indignation!
God's Soldiers run from one place to Another with their flaming Swords in their hands, Armed with the Justice of God, jealousy, power and Indignation!
O the dreadful slaughter that is made. Millions, millions fall, there are not able to stand, not one of them can lift up his hand, their hearts fail them, paleness and trembling hath seized upon the stoutest of them all.
O the dreadful slaughter that is made. Millions, millions fallen, there Are not able to stand, not one of them can lift up his hand, their hearts fail them, paleness and trembling hath seized upon the Stoutest of them all.
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from the blood of the slain, from the fat of the mighty, the bow of the Lord turneth not back, the sword of the Almighty returns not empty? How do the mighty Ones, fall in the midst of this battell!
from the blood of the slave, from the fat of the mighty, the bow of the Lord turns not back, the sword of the Almighty returns not empty? How do the mighty Ones, fallen in the midst of this battle!
and make nothing of such things as you have heard of? Is the loss of your blood, the loss of your Soul, your utter undoing for ever, no great matter with you? Well then, go on bold sinner, Arm thy self Cap-a-pee, gird thy sword upon thy thigh, get thy shield and buckler ready, prepare to meet thy God:
and make nothing of such things as you have herd of? Is the loss of your blood, the loss of your Soul, your utter undoing for ever, no great matter with you? Well then, go on bold sinner, Arm thy self Cap-a-pee, gird thy sword upon thy thigh, get thy shield and buckler ready, prepare to meet thy God:
come shew thy self a mark for God, and turn not thy back like a coward, venture upon the mouth of the Cannon, rush upon the thick bosses of Gods buckler,
come show thy self a mark for God, and turn not thy back like a coward, venture upon the Mouth of the Cannon, rush upon the thick boss's of God's buckler,
if thou dost not speedily alter thy mind, wherefore my loyns are filled with pain, pangs have taken hold upon me as the pangs of a woman that travelleth, I am bowed down at the thoughts of thy misery, I am dismayed at the seeing of thy destruction.
if thou dost not speedily altar thy mind, Wherefore my loins Are filled with pain, pangs have taken hold upon me as the pangs of a woman that travelleth, I am bowed down At the thoughts of thy misery, I am dismayed At the seeing of thy destruction.
4. The next head of Motives, by which I might inforce this duty of acquaintance with God, may be taken from the examples of them which made all the Friends they can to get acquainted with God.
4. The next head of Motives, by which I might enforce this duty of acquaintance with God, may be taken from the Examples of them which made all the Friends they can to get acquainted with God.
Behold a cloud of witnesses, which do all with one consent speak high in the commendation of this Friend, that I am perswading you all that I can to be acquainted with.
Behold a cloud of Witnesses, which do all with one consent speak high in the commendation of this Friend, that I am persuading you all that I can to be acquainted with.
if we should call them fools, when we put them upon a serious diligence in pursuit of the best things? Why, let me retort this objection upon themselves, are you wiser then Enoch and Noah? have you more understanding then Abraham, Isaac and Jacoh? Have you more wit then David? Are you wiser then Heman, Daniel, and many others of those brave worthies, which were the wonders of the world, the Non-suches of their age,
if we should call them Fools, when we put them upon a serious diligence in pursuit of the best things? Why, let me retort this objection upon themselves, Are you Wiser then Enoch and Noah? have you more understanding then Abraham, Isaac and Jacob? Have you more wit then David? are you Wiser then Heman, daniel, and many Others of those brave worthies, which were the wonders of the world, the Non-suches of their age,
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and a pattern to future Generations? This was the greatest piece of their wisdom to walk with God, this was the best of their policy to get so potent an Allie;
and a pattern to future Generations? This was the greatest piece of their Wisdom to walk with God, this was the best of their policy to get so potent an Ally;
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Do you think that all these men were mistaken? did their wisdom lie only in a prudent management of their worldly affairs to their best advantage? what then, did they mean some of them to leave all that they had so chearfully upon the command of God? dare you say that they prized the favour of God at too high a rate? as for their parts, they thought they could never value such a friend as God too much.
Do you think that all these men were mistaken? did their Wisdom lie only in a prudent management of their worldly affairs to their best advantage? what then, did they mean Some of them to leave all that they had so cheerfully upon the command of God? Dare you say that they prized the favour of God At too high a rate? as for their parts, they Thought they could never valve such a friend as God too much.
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What else was the meaning of their longing, panting, and breathing after him? Why else are they so glad of his company, his presence? How loath were they to do any thing that might be in the least displeasing to him? What bitter moans did they make,
What Else was the meaning of their longing, panting, and breathing After him? Why Else Are they so glad of his company, his presence? How loath were they to do any thing that might be in the least displeasing to him? What bitter moans did they make,
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if he did but withdraw a while, if he did but a little absent himself from them? how wonderful desirous were they of enjoying communion with him? how earnest to live in his house for ever? Dare you say that there were all fools and mad men for refusing the embraces of this present world,
if he did but withdraw a while, if he did but a little absent himself from them? how wondered desirous were they of enjoying communion with him? how earnest to live in his house for ever? Dare you say that there were all Fools and mad men for refusing the embraces of this present world,
Now, why should not our souls be as dear to us as theirs were to them? Will not Heaven be as good for us as them? is it not as needful for us to get a friend of God,
Now, why should not our Souls be as dear to us as theirs were to them? Will not Heaven be as good for us as them? is it not as needful for us to get a friend of God,
and that if it were to go again they would do it with far more speed and chearfulness then they did? Lissen, hark, methinks I hear them from the walls of the New Jerusalem, crying out, Come away, come away, fall on bravely, follow your business gallantly but a little while longer,
and that if it were to go again they would do it with Far more speed and cheerfulness then they did? Lissen, hark, methinks I hear them from the walls of the New Jerusalem, crying out, Come away, come away, fallen on bravely, follow your business gallantly but a little while longer,
Methinks I hear those noble Saints encouraging of you to get acquaintance with God, and saying to you that are yet afar off, come near, Come away poor souls, come away, what do you mean thus to delay? O little do you think what a friend we now find of God;
Methinks I hear those noble Saints encouraging of you to get acquaintance with God, and saying to you that Are yet afar off, come near, Come away poor Souls, come away, what do you mean thus to Delay? O little do you think what a friend we now find of God;
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but we are at the fountain, we are daily feasted with infinite pleasures, our hearts are full, brim full, they run over, we swim in an ocean of spiritual enjoyments;
but we Are At the fountain, we Are daily feasted with infinite pleasures, our hearts Are full, brim full, they run over, we swim in an Ocean of spiritual enjoyments;
Were we to live upon earth again, and did we know what we do now know, we should ever pine with our earnest longing for God, the living God, to be in his immediate presence,
Were we to live upon earth again, and did we know what we do now know, we should ever pine with our earnest longing for God, the living God, to be in his immediate presence,
Why should not we go on as merrily in the paths of Wisdom, as the wicked in the road of Hell? How do the Devils Champions encourage and hearten one another up? How do they laugh, sing and roar,
Why should not we go on as merrily in the paths of Wisdom, as the wicked in the road of Hell? How do the Devils Champions encourage and hearten one Another up? How do they laugh, sing and roar,
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Who hath the best company, they or we? the Patriarchs and Prophets, the Apostles and thousands of Martyrs are gone finging before some of our dear Relations, Fathers, Brethren and Sisters are newly welcomed by Christ to his Fathers house;
Who hath the best company, they or we? the Patriarchs and prophets, the Apostles and thousands of Martyrs Are gone finging before Some of our dear Relations, Father's, Brothers and Sisters Are newly welcomed by christ to his Father's house;
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O that our souls were like the Chariots of Aminadab! O that the Lord would strengthen poor short-winded Creatures? O that we could run and not be weary, and walk and not faint!
O that our Souls were like the Chariots of Aminadab! Oh that the Lord would strengthen poor short-winded Creatures? O that we could run and not be weary, and walk and not faint!
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O that we might have now and then a hearty meal, and that in the strength of them we could travel to the mount of God! O that that acquaintance might now be happily begun, which may never have an end!
O that we might have now and then a hearty meal, and that in the strength of them we could travel to the mount of God! Oh that that acquaintance might now be happily begun, which may never have an end!
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O that God would visit us oft, and get into our hearts? O that he that gave those Worthies in former times so much grace, would pour out of the same grace in abundance upon our souls!
O that God would visit us oft, and get into our hearts? O that he that gave those Worthies in former times so much grace, would pour out of the same grace in abundance upon our Souls!
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O that thy marvellous loving kindness might be made known to a company of poor Creatures of us, whose desire is to fear thee, who would fain love thee with the strength of our souls!
O that thy marvellous loving kindness might be made known to a company of poor Creatures of us, whose desire is to Fear thee, who would fain love thee with the strength of our Souls!
He that is acquainted with God may safely venture up and down, he hath Gods pass, a strong man of war for his convoy, he hath such powerful allies that he need not fear;
He that is acquainted with God may safely venture up and down, he hath God's pass, a strong man of war for his convoy, he hath such powerful allies that he need not Fear;
Sins he had, and hath, but some of them he sees lying dead like the Egyptians upon the shore, others striving for life, with a deaths wound upon them;
Sins he had, and hath, but Some of them he sees lying dead like the egyptians upon the shore, Others striving for life, with a death's wound upon them;
now he may go up and down any where, and not fear the Senjeant, his noble surery hath paid that vast debt, he hath laid down the ten thousand Talents upon the Nail,
now he may go up and down any where, and not Fear the Senjeant, his noble surery hath paid that vast debt, he hath laid down the ten thousand Talents upon the Nail,
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so that the man is at peace with God, he is also at peace with all the Creatures in the world, from the glorious Angels that are in Heaven, to the meanest insect or plant;
so that the man is At peace with God, he is also At peace with all the Creatures in the world, from the glorious Angels that Are in Heaven, to the Meanest insect or plant;
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but this Covenant will soon be broken, because he that hath the keys of death and Hell, the power of life and death, never subscribed to the Articles of their agreement.
but this Covenant will soon be broken, Because he that hath the keys of death and Hell, the power of life and death, never subscribed to the Articles of their agreement.
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and is this inconsiderable? Is not such a peace as this is, desireable? Who that is well in his wits, would not be glad to be in so secure a condition as this peace will put him in? And who are like to have the benefit of this peace,
and is this inconsiderable? Is not such a peace as this is, desirable? Who that is well in his wits, would not be glad to be in so secure a condition as this peace will put him in? And who Are like to have the benefit of this peace,
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If you would have all the Creatures it Heaven and Earth, at peace with you: If you would have Death unstung, and the Grave a Chamber, and not a Prison,
If you would have all the Creatures it Heaven and Earth, At peace with you: If you would have Death unstung, and the Grave a Chamber, and not a Prison,
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What greater gain than Godliness? Who can give such rewards to his servants as God? Who will give greater portions to his children than this Father? Who is like to thrive better than he, who hath such a vast stock, such a great Trade, such quick and great returns,
What greater gain than Godliness? Who can give such rewards to his Servants as God? Who will give greater portions to his children than this Father? Who is like to thrive better than he, who hath such a vast stock, such a great Trade, such quick and great returns,
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if I serve God? and what profit to me, if I am acquainted with him? O that such would but do that which will be most for their profit, I would desire no more of them than this.
if I serve God? and what profit to me, if I am acquainted with him? O that such would but do that which will be most for their profit, I would desire no more of them than this.
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he would not fell what he gets sometimes in one morning, for all the riches of both the Indies. He trades in such Commodities which will not suffer dammage upon the Sea;
he would not fell what he gets sometime in one morning, for all the riches of both the Indies. He trades in such Commodities which will not suffer damage upon the Sea;
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but will sooner say, that no gain is like the gain of Christ and Glory. One return from Heaven, one answer of Prayer, one smile from God, one look of love, the head of one Goliah, the death of one Sin, one Soul brought home to Christ, one drooping soul comforted, is a greater mercy (for all the ignorant world make nothing of such things as these) than to be invested with the greatest Honours,
but will sooner say, that no gain is like the gain of christ and Glory. One return from Heaven, one answer of Prayer, one smile from God, one look of love, the head of one Goliath, the death of one since, one Soul brought home to christ, one drooping soul comforted, is a greater mercy (for all the ignorant world make nothing of such things as these) than to be invested with the greatest Honours,
Grace a Pearl that cannot be overvalued, and that no Trade was comparable to a Spiritual Merchant, no Art like that, by which one may turn every thing into Gold.
Grace a Pearl that cannot be overvalued, and that no Trade was comparable to a Spiritual Merchant, no Art like that, by which one may turn every thing into Gold.
than to rejoyce in God, and to be made welcome by him, than to drink Flagons of that excellent Liquour, which is better than wine? Can there be better Musick,
than to rejoice in God, and to be made welcome by him, than to drink Flagons of that excellent Liquour, which is better than wine? Can there be better Music,
If the nature of the person with whom I would fain have you acquainted, if all these admirable qualities that are in him (if I may so call them) may signifie any thing,
If the nature of the person with whom I would fain have you acquainted, if all these admirable qualities that Are in him (if I may so call them) may signify any thing,
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or that they had their being in some of the dark savage corners of the world, where they might never have heard of the Doctrine of Reconciliation, being acquainted with God,
or that they had their being in Some of the dark savage corners of the world, where they might never have herd of the Doctrine of Reconciliation, being acquainted with God,
O the lamentable state of Professors, that make no more of the favour of displeasure of God! Nay, may I not say, O the folly of the Children of God themselves, that are no more in Gods Company,
O the lamentable state of Professors, that make no more of the favour of displeasure of God! Nay, may I not say, Oh the folly of the Children of God themselves, that Are no more in God's Company,
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and mad, that they do not understand their interest any better? It is not without good reason, that the Spirit of God doth so, oft cry out upon sinners for their folly;
and mad, that they do not understand their Interest any better? It is not without good reason, that the Spirit of God does so, oft cry out upon Sinners for their folly;
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Christians, doth God deserve this at your hands? How unkindly do you think he takes this from you? What will the world say? Look how his own acquaintance despise him? How will the Devil insult? O how do the hearts of your fellow Christians ake, to see how strange your carriage is? How do they tremble to think, what if that fine House be built upon the Sand? Christians, you which seldom or complementally visit God, bethink your selves well what you do,
Christians, does God deserve this At your hands? How unkindly do you think he Takes this from you? What will the world say? Look how his own acquaintance despise him? How will the devil insult? O how do the hearts of your fellow Christians ache, to see how strange your carriage is? How do they tremble to think, what if that fine House be built upon the Sand? Christians, you which seldom or complementally visit God, bethink your selves well what you do,
O let your breath smell sweet, let your discourse be more savoury of the things of God! Labour to maintain a sweet, constant, unintermitted intercourse with God, to walk with him.
O let your breath smell sweet, let your discourse be more savoury of the things of God! Labour to maintain a sweet, constant, unintermitted intercourse with God, to walk with him.
was not that dish you eat last at his Table sweet? And what do you think that God doth not still keep as good a House as he did? Do you believe that he hath spent all his best Wines? Can that Fountain ever be emptied? Is there not Bread and good Chear enough in your Fathers house? Believe it, God hath other kind of Entertainment, richer Chear, better Fare still to make you welcome with,
was not that dish you eat last At his Table sweet? And what do you think that God does not still keep as good a House as he did? Do you believe that he hath spent all his best Wines? Can that Fountain ever be emptied? Is there not Bred and good Cheer enough in your Father's house? Believe it, God hath other kind of Entertainment, Richer Cheer, better Fare still to make you welcome with,
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As for Christians, methinks I need not use so many words to perswade you, methinks you that know how sweet his company is, should desire to be never out of it.
As for Christians, methinks I need not use so many words to persuade you, methinks you that know how sweet his company is, should desire to be never out of it.
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Christians, I tell you plainly, if you ever expect true peace in your life, and true joy and comfort at death, it's your only way to keep close to God, visit him oft by secret Prayer and other kind of Duties,
Christians, I tell you plainly, if you ever expect true peace in your life, and true joy and Comfort At death, it's your only Way to keep close to God, visit him oft by secret Prayer and other kind of Duties,
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and when you have once again met with him, O let him not go, but tell him seriously that you can't bear his absence, he shall be your God and Friend living and dying, death it self shall not part you.
and when you have once again met with him, Oh let him not go, but tell him seriously that you can't bear his absence, he shall be your God and Friend living and dying, death it self shall not part you.
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But you are not the persons that I intended to speak to, only thus a little by the by, that I may a little warm my own heart and yours, in this great duty of maintaining an intimate close converse and acquaintance with God.
But you Are not the Persons that I intended to speak to, only thus a little by the by, that I may a little warm my own heart and yours, in this great duty of maintaining an intimate close converse and acquaintance with God.
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O that this might be the Sermon that might bring me acquainted with God! O that this might be the man that might bring me to some knowledg of Christ!
Oh that this might be the Sermon that might bring me acquainted with God! Oh that this might be the man that might bring me to Some knowledge of christ!
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But alas, alas, where are the hearts that are thus smitten? Where are the Souls that are any white taken with this infinite Beauty? How few have any real love or good-will for Christ? O who hath believed our report,
But alas, alas, where Are the hearts that Are thus smitten? Where Are the Souls that Are any white taken with this infinite Beauty? How few have any real love or goodwill for christ? O who hath believed our report,
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and it hath been interrupted with many bodily distempers, groans and sorrows, fears and sighs. Yet if after all my travel, I may hear of any Children born of God;
and it hath been interrupted with many bodily distempers, groans and sorrows, fears and sighs. Yet if After all my travel, I may hear of any Children born of God;
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and to rejoyce that my labour hath not been in vain in the Lord. But if I might have more, I should have more cause to adore infinite Goodness, and rich Grace! O my dear Friends! O precious and immortal Souls!
and to rejoice that my labour hath not been in vain in the Lord. But if I might have more, I should have more cause to adore infinite goodness, and rich Grace! O my dear Friends! O precious and immortal Souls!
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What shall I say to you? What shall I do for you? O did you but know how hardly I fetch my breath at this time, did you but see what a crazy Creature he is that writes to you;
What shall I say to you? What shall I do for you? O did you but know how hardly I fetch my breath At this time, did you but see what a crazy Creature he is that writes to you;
and the loss of your soul, must go together? O how shall I leave you? How shall I part with you, shall I go before my work is done? What shall I say more? What arguments shall I further make use of? O that I knew what to say, that I might prevail!
and the loss of your soul, must go together? O how shall I leave you? How shall I part with you, shall I go before my work is done? What shall I say more? What Arguments shall I further make use of? O that I knew what to say, that I might prevail!
And are you still resolved to put me off with frivolous excuses? Can you put off your consciences thus? Are you still contented to be Aliens and Strangers? If you are, know this, that I must leave these lines to bear witness against you;
And Are you still resolved to put me off with frivolous excuses? Can you put off your Consciences thus? are you still contented to be Aliens and Strangers? If you Are, know this, that I must leave these lines to bear witness against you;
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it will be a cutting reflection, when another day you shall say to your own Soul, at such a time, such a one did beseech me in Christs stead to be reconciled to God, and I would not: Cursed man that I was!
it will be a cutting reflection, when Another day you shall say to your own Soul, At such a time, such a one did beseech me in Christ stead to be reconciled to God, and I would not: Cursed man that I was!
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O that I could speak as affectionately to you as one did lately, who spent his strength and life amongst you all, viz. That I can neither eat nor drink,
O that I could speak as affectionately to you as one did lately, who spent his strength and life among you all, viz. That I can neither eat nor drink,
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while they are unacquainted with God! O that mine eyes were waters, and my head a fountain of Tears, that I might weep day and night for poor Christ-less Creatures, that laugh and are as cheerful as if no danger were near them,
while they Are unacquainted with God! Oh that mine eyes were waters, and my head a fountain of Tears, that I might weep day and night for poor Christless Creatures, that laugh and Are as cheerful as if no danger were near them,
Quest. 1. Are those things which you have heard, true, or are they not? Doth not the Scriptures speak the same things which I do? Dare you say that the word of Truth is False? Do but open the Bible, dip where you will, what is that you read there? Is it not something that hath a tendency to what I have been teaching of? O that you would but give your selves the trouble of searching the Scriptures, to see whether these things are so.
Quest. 1. are those things which you have herd, true, or Are they not? Does not the Scriptures speak the same things which I do? Dare you say that the word of Truth is False? Do but open the bible, dip where you will, what is that you read there? Is it not something that hath a tendency to what I have been teaching of? O that you would but give your selves the trouble of searching the Scriptures, to see whither these things Are so.
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if it might consist with Gods honour and your welfare, had not far rather be excused? Can any man imagine that so many thousands of Prophets, Apostles,
if it might consist with God's honour and your welfare, had not Far rather be excused? Can any man imagine that so many thousands of prophets, Apostles,
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and Ministers, in such distant ages, and in such distant places, should all agree in this, to impose a falsity upon the world? Would any man be so mad as to invent such things as these.
and Ministers, in such distant ages, and in such distant places, should all agree in this, to impose a falsity upon the world? Would any man be so mad as to invent such things as these.
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and shed so many tears, and be in such agonies about these things, if there were nothing at all in them? Are all the experiences of so many thousands of Saints,
and shed so many tears, and be in such agonies about these things, if there were nothing At all in them? are all the experiences of so many thousands of Saints,
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but meer fancies? Speak Christian, speak, What do you say to this? Are all thy joys, thy answers of Prayers, those sweet dishes that thou hast sometimes fed upon,
but mere fancies? Speak Christian, speak, What do you say to this? are all thy Joys, thy answers of Prayers, those sweet Dishes that thou hast sometime fed upon,
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but dreams? Doth not thy very blood stir in thee, at the very putting such a question to thee? Canst thou not say, that thou hast seen, that thou hast felt,
but dreams? Does not thy very blood stir in thee, At the very putting such a question to thee? Canst thou not say, that thou hast seen, that thou hast felt,
and that thou hast been as much affected with them as ever thou wert with the things of sense? Let me, the meanest of ten thousand, tell the stiffest Athiest in the world, that I have seen these things so realized, that I shall sooner believe that I am turned to a stone,
and that thou hast been as much affected with them as ever thou Wertenberg with the things of sense? Let me, the Meanest of ten thousand, tell the stiffest Atheist in the world, that I have seen these things so realized, that I shall sooner believe that I am turned to a stone,
and had you seen but what I have seen in dying Saints, and heard what I have heard, you would easily have been convinced, that there is something in communion with God, something in spiritual Joys.
and had you seen but what I have seen in dying Saints, and herd what I have herd, you would Easily have been convinced, that there is something in communion with God, something in spiritual Joys.
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if Christ and the Apostles were not all mistaken, then these things are true. If I should tell you a business that did concern your House, or your Children,
if christ and the Apostles were not all mistaken, then these things Are true. If I should tell you a business that did concern your House, or your Children,
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or Body, or any worldly thing whatever, upon my own personal knowledg, would you not readily assent to what I say? I am perswaded you would be far from suspecting the truth of what I affirmed;
or Body, or any worldly thing whatever, upon my own personal knowledge, would you not readily assent to what I say? I am persuaded you would be Far from suspecting the truth of what I affirmed;
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O then, Why will you not believe me in a business of sar greater consequence? And if you ask me to what purpose do I spend so much time for nothing? What need I speak at this rate? What will I make Infidels of you all? What do I think that you are such Atheists,
O then, Why will you not believe me in a business of sar greater consequence? And if you ask me to what purpose do I spend so much time for nothing? What need I speak At this rate? What will I make Infidels of you all? What do I think that you Are such Atheists,
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Quest. 2. Are these things of weight and importance, or are they not? You hear that they are matters that concern your eternal life or death, Soul affairs;
Quest. 2. are these things of weight and importance, or Are they not? You hear that they Are matters that concern your Eternal life or death, Soul affairs;
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and are not these matters of the greatest consequence? If acquaintance with God, the happiness or misery of a Soul, your making or undoing for ever, be inconsiderable things, What then are great things? Is it a matter of greater importance, to lose the sight of a lascivious Play? Is it an affair of greater weight to have the frowns of a wanton mistriss,
and Are not these matters of the greatest consequence? If acquaintance with God, the happiness or misery of a Soul, your making or undoing for ever, be inconsiderable things, What then Are great things? Is it a matter of greater importance, to loose the sighed of a lascivious Play? Is it an affair of greater weight to have the frowns of a wanton mistress,
if you will stand to that, I desire no more; How is it written? Read a verse or two, turn to Matthew 5.20. Except your righteousness exceed the righteousness of the Scribes and Pharisees, you shall in no case enter into the Kingdom of Heaven: And John 3.3. Except a man be born agian, he cannot see the Kingdom of God.
if you will stand to that, I desire no more; How is it written? Read a verse or two, turn to Matthew 5.20. Except your righteousness exceed the righteousness of the Scribes and Pharisees, you shall in no case enter into the Kingdom of Heaven: And John 3.3. Except a man be born agian, he cannot see the Kingdom of God.
Doth not the Scripture say, that is the one thing necessary? Are not these things called by the Lord Christ, the weightier things? Mat. 23.23. I hope you will not say, that God is mistaken, and that the Scripture speaks more of these matters than needs:
Does not the Scripture say, that is the one thing necessary? are not these things called by the Lord christ, the Weightier things? Mathew 23.23. I hope you will not say, that God is mistaken, and that the Scripture speaks more of these matters than needs:
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and are you convinced of this also, that the Doctrine of Reconciliation, Acquaintance, and Peace with God, are affairs of the highest importance in the world? And do you indeed believe this? and, will you stand to it? well then, my next Question shall be this.
and Are you convinced of this also, that the Doctrine of Reconciliation, Acquaintance, and Peace with God, Are affairs of the highest importance in the world? And do you indeed believe this? and, will you stand to it? well then, my next Question shall be this.
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and of the greatest consequence, with so much indifferency and coldness? what reason have you then for your strange neglect in your prosecuting of them? what, say they are the greatest things in the world,
and of the greatest consequence, with so much indifferency and coldness? what reason have you then for your strange neglect in your prosecuting of them? what, say they Are the greatest things in the world,
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and the other unspeakably dreadful? and yet for all this dost thou stand demurring which of these thou shouldest choose? and darest thou for all this venture on in a way which leads to the region of Eternal Darkness? and though those that know the way better then you,
and the other unspeakably dreadful? and yet for all this dost thou stand demurring which of these thou Shouldst choose? and Darest thou for all this venture on in a Way which leads to the region of Eternal Darkness? and though those that know the Way better then you,
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and see you ride on so hastily and merrily, call after you with earnestness, yet dost thou still turn thy back upon them? Consider whether you act in these affairs,
and see you ride on so hastily and merrily, call After you with earnestness, yet dost thou still turn thy back upon them? Consider whither you act in these affairs,
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Quest. 4. My next Question that I shall propound to you, and desire your serious and speedy answer to, is this, Do you believe that you can find a better friend then God? can you mend your self any where else? is there in Heaven or Earth any that can do as much for you as God can? is there any one that can take you off when you come to be accused for High Treason against the King of Heaven,
Quest. 4. My next Question that I shall propound to you, and desire your serious and speedy answer to, is this, Do you believe that you can find a better friend then God? can you mend your self any where Else? is there in Heaven or Earth any that can do as much for you as God can? is there any one that can take you off when you come to be accused for High Treason against the King of Heaven,
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and countervail the loss of a Soul? what is it that still hath an interest in your heart, that is thought to be an equal competitor with God for your dearest love? If it be indeed that which will shield you from the arrests of Death,
and countervail the loss of a Soul? what is it that still hath an Interest in your heart, that is Thought to be an equal competitor with God for your dearest love? If it be indeed that which will shield you from the arrests of Death,
and oppressed his people? what is become of all their pomp? which of them that flourished three thousand years ago stand alive now in glory? and are you better then they? shall the worms which have made a prey of them, spare you? is Death more favourable now a days,
and oppressed his people? what is become of all their pomp? which of them that flourished three thousand Years ago stand alive now in glory? and Are you better then they? shall the worms which have made a prey of them, spare you? is Death more favourable now a days,
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would you not then be glad of something that will stand you instead after death, a Friend in another world? why then do you not speedily get acquainted with him who alone can befriend you in that dreadful hour?
would you not then be glad of something that will stand you instead After death, a Friend in Another world? why then do you not speedily get acquainted with him who alone can befriend you in that dreadful hour?
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Quest. 6. What do you think will become of you, if after all this you go on in your old ways? what will become of you do you think if you should die without the knowledge of God? what hopes hath you of life in peace,
Quest. 6. What do you think will become of you, if After all this you go on in your old ways? what will become of you do you think if you should die without the knowledge of God? what hope's hath you of life in peace,
if you bid defiance to the Lord of life, and contemn the Prince of peace? how shall you escape if you neglect so great salvation? what do you think that those which did once as you do now, slight Christ,
if you bid defiance to the Lord of life, and contemn the Prince of peace? how shall you escape if you neglect so great salvation? what do you think that those which did once as you do now, slight christ,
and never look after Reconciliation with God, are now a doing in another world? what would you do in this case? should one come to you either out of Heaven,
and never look After Reconciliation with God, Are now a doing in Another world? what would you do in this case? should one come to you either out of Heaven,
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or out of Hell, how wonderfully do you think you should be affected with the Narration which they would give you of the affairs of the invisible world? why then will you not now be affected with what we say? for assure your selves, whatever you may think, our testimony is as true,
or out of Hell, how wonderfully do you think you should be affected with the Narration which they would give you of the affairs of the invisible world? why then will you not now be affected with what we say? for assure your selves, whatever you may think, our testimony is as true,
Are you willing to bear the displeasure of God? can you undergo the weight of that wrath which made his back to ake, who was mighty to do and suffer? can you with any patience hear that dreadful word pronounced by the mouth of that Judg, which will see to the execution of his sentence, Depart from me ye cursed unto everlasting torment;
are you willing to bear the displeasure of God? can you undergo the weight of that wrath which made his back to ache, who was mighty to do and suffer? can you with any patience hear that dreadful word pronounced by the Mouth of that Judge, which will see to the execution of his sentence, Depart from me you cursed unto everlasting torment;
Depart from me ye workers of iniquity, for I know you not? Can you endure without any trouble that scalding hot wrath which is abundantly more painful then Fire and Brimstone, more intolerable then to be shut up in a burning fiery Furnace,
Depart from me you workers of iniquity, for I know you not? Can you endure without any trouble that scalding hight wrath which is abundantly more painful then Fire and Brimstone, more intolerable then to be shut up in a burning fiery Furnace,
or to be boyled in a Caldron of melted Lead, or whatsoever torments the wit of men or Devils can invent? Can you with any patience bear the Stone, Gout, Toothach, Chollick,
or to be boiled in a Caldron of melted Led, or whatsoever torments the wit of men or Devils can invent? Can you with any patience bear the Stone, Gout, Toothache, Colic,
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or some such distempers of body which last but for a while? O how long do you think the time when you are in that condition? how do you toss and tumble? what lamentable moan do you make? do not you think you can't be too much pitied in that condition? how then will you be able to lie down in those torments, the least drop of which is abundantly more painful then the greatest torment that ever you felt in your life? If these seem dreadful to you,
or Some such distempers of body which last but for a while? O how long do you think the time when you Are in that condition? how do you toss and tumble? what lamentable moan do you make? do not you think you can't be too much pitied in that condition? how then will you be able to lie down in those torments, the least drop of which is abundantly more painful then the greatest torment that ever you felt in your life? If these seem dreadful to you,
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for there is no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, to them that are brought into a state of Reconciliation and Acquaintance with God by his Son our Mediatour.
for there is no condemnation to them which Are in christ jesus, to them that Are brought into a state of Reconciliation and Acquaintance with God by his Son our Mediator.
Quest. 8. Are you contented to lose everlasting happiness? Can you willingly see Abraham, and Isaac, and Jacob, and a great many from all the quarters of the world, to sit down in the Kingdom of Heaven,
Quest. 8. are you contented to loose everlasting happiness? Can you willingly see Abraham, and Isaac, and Jacob, and a great many from all the quarters of the world, to fit down in the Kingdom of Heaven,
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and to be crowned with an immortal and glorious Crown? would it do you any harm to be perfect in holiness and happiness when you die? would you not be glad to be saved when others shall be damned? In a word, do you not desire to be rejoycing and praising of God in endless pleasures,
and to be crowned with an immortal and glorious Crown? would it do you any harm to be perfect in holiness and happiness when you die? would you not be glad to be saved when Others shall be damned? In a word, do you not desire to be rejoicing and praising of God in endless pleasures,
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why do you not endeavour to be holy and spiritual in time? if you would have God your Friend in another world, what do you mean that you labour no more to be acquainted with him in this world?
why do you not endeavour to be holy and spiritual in time? if you would have God your Friend in Another world, what do you mean that you labour no more to be acquainted with him in this world?
Quest. 9. How would you take it at any mans hands, to be served as you serve God? Suppose you should take up a poor Child that came to your door to beg, that had scarce a rag to cover his nakedness,
Quest. 9. How would you take it At any men hands, to be served as you serve God? Suppose you should take up a poor Child that Come to your door to beg, that had scarce a rag to cover his nakedness,
suppose after this you should bid him do you some small piece of service, and he in stead of it should say, Comand your man, and do your work your self;
suppose After this you should bid him do you Some small piece of service, and he in stead of it should say, Command your man, and do your work your self;
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and afterwards conspire with a company of Rogues to rob & murther you, how would you like this? should you think that such a fellow as this did not deserve a halter rather then your favour? But now,
and afterwards conspire with a company of Rogues to rob & murder you, how would you like this? should you think that such a fellow as this did not deserve a halter rather then your favour? But now,
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how would you take it if this vile ungrateful beggar should put you off a great while together with some poor excuse or other? how would you like it if he should make light of all your offers,
how would you take it if this vile ungrateful beggar should put you off a great while together with Some poor excuse or other? how would you like it if he should make Light of all your offers,
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and tell you he thanks you for nothing, and should undervalue your kindness? Would you not soon resolve not to trouble your self any longer with such an unthankful monster? would you not let him take his course,
and tell you he thanks you for nothing, and should undervalue your kindness? Would you not soon resolve not to trouble your self any longer with such an unthankful monster? would you not let him take his course,
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and not much pity him, if he afterwards see the difference serence between a Fathers house and a Gaol, between Liberty and a Prison, between Riches, Glory and Pleasure,
and not much pity him, if he afterwards see the difference serence between a Father's house and a Gaol, between Liberty and a Prison, between Riches, Glory and Pleasure,
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and you would be your own Judg. Thou art that man that hast dealt thus disingeniously with God, thou art that beggar to whom the Lord hath shewed much kindness, and offered more;
and you would be your own Judges Thou art that man that hast dealt thus disingenuously with God, thou art that beggar to whom the Lord hath showed much kindness, and offered more;
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and you stand still demurring, and add one delay to another, and are far from that grateful and seedy compliance which the nature of the thing doth require;
and you stand still demurring, and add one Delay to Another, and Are Far from that grateful and seedy compliance which the nature of the thing does require;
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& (in stead of doing as I have said, and as you your self would have done in case of a less contempt) still follow you with such a gracious proposal as this is, that I now make unto you;
& (in stead of doing as I have said, and as you your self would have done in case of a less contempt) still follow you with such a gracious proposal as this is, that I now make unto you;
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or your enemy? Now you have been tendred such a match, will you make another choice, will you bestow your heart somewhere else? And when you have don that, dare you stand to your choice,
or your enemy? Now you have been tendered such a match, will you make Another choice, will you bestow your heart somewhere Else? And when you have dONE that, Dare you stand to your choice,
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and say, that you have don very wisely in refusing God, and in imbracing this present world? Will you maintain it at the day of judgement, that you have don well to refuse acquaintance with himself,
and say, that you have dONE very wisely in refusing God, and in embracing this present world? Will you maintain it At the day of judgement, that you have dONE well to refuse acquaintance with himself,
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and at your leisure, ponder a while upon these following Texts, Luke 13.23, 24. Then said one unto him, Lord, are there few that shall be saved? And he said unto them, Strive to enter in at the strait gate,
and At your leisure, ponder a while upon these following Texts, Lycia 13.23, 24. Then said one unto him, Lord, Are there few that shall be saved? And he said unto them, Strive to enter in At the strait gate,
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for many I say unto you, will seek to enter in, and shall not be able, Mat. 20.16. Many are called, but few are chosen. And Luke 12.32. Christ saith, his flock is a little flock.
for many I say unto you, will seek to enter in, and shall not be able, Mathew 20.16. Many Are called, but few Are chosen. And Lycia 12.32. christ Says, his flock is a little flock.
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But yet if thou be resolved, come what will come, not to change your mind; if after so many warnings, and pleadings, you still continue of this judgement;
But yet if thou be resolved, come what will come, not to change your mind; if After so many Warnings, and pleadings, you still continue of this judgement;
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I call Heaven and Earth to record, and you your selves are witnesses, that I have with all the pity and earnestness that I could for my soul told you of these great things:
I call Heaven and Earth to record, and you your selves Are Witnesses, that I have with all the pity and earnestness that I could for my soul told you of these great things:
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Do you think that God will always bare with such unworthy abuses? shall Gods Justice never be righted? yes, yes, be not deceived, flighted kindnesses will cost dear at last.
Do you think that God will always bore with such unworthy Abuses? shall God's justice never be righted? yes, yes, be not deceived, flighted Kindnesses will cost dear At last.
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when the Prisons the Graves are opened, and the Prisoners are brought forth, then let's see who will have the chearfullest countenance, he that holdeth up his hand at the bar,
when the Prisons the Graves Are opened, and the Prisoners Are brought forth, then let's see who will have the chearfullest countenance, he that holds up his hand At the bar,
for know you not that the Saints, the Friends of the Judge, shall sit with him when he judgeth the world? We shall know when the storm riseth whose house was best, that which was built upon the sand,
for know you not that the Saints, the Friends of the Judge, shall fit with him when he Judgeth the world? We shall know when the storm Riseth whose house was best, that which was built upon the sand,
Do not talk of scorns, and reproaches, and suffering, what, do you think that Heaven will not make amends for all that? which is most to be feared, the scorns of God,
Do not talk of scorns, and Reproaches, and suffering, what, do you think that Heaven will not make amends for all that? which is most to be feared, the scorns of God,
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or the scorns of men? which will do you must hurt, mans contempt, or Gods? where is the man that will be laughed out of a great estate? because a fool saith, that a Jewel is not worth the taking up, will you therefore never stoop to take it up? The truth of it is,
or the scorns of men? which will do you must hurt, men contempt, or God's? where is the man that will be laughed out of a great estate? Because a fool Says, that a Jewel is not worth the taking up, will you Therefore never stoop to take it up? The truth of it is,
Do you think that such poor excuses will be taken at the day of Judgement? What do you intend to say to God then? Lord, I would have laboured to have known thee, I would have taken some care of my soul,
Do you think that such poor excuses will be taken At the day of Judgement? What do you intend to say to God then? Lord, I would have laboured to have known thee, I would have taken Some care of my soul,
and I would have taken some pains about the things of Eternity, but that I saw that almost every one that did with any seriousness look after such matters, were scorned, laughed at, &c. When I had had got into the company of those that were godly,
and I would have taken Some pains about the things of Eternity, but that I saw that almost every one that did with any seriousness look After such matters, were scorned, laughed At, etc. When I had had god into the company of those that were godly,
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and ask'd me whether I meaned to be mad to undo my self to turn Puritane and Phanatick? Do you, I say, believe that such a plea will stop the mouth of the Judge,
and asked me whither I meaned to be mad to undo my self to turn Puritan and Fanatic? Do you, I say, believe that such a plea will stop the Mouth of the Judge,
and keep him from pronouncing the sentence against you? will this hold the hands of Justice? will the thoughts of this quench or cool these dreadful flames? Be better advised, O be better advised for your souls sake,
and keep him from pronouncing the sentence against you? will this hold the hands of justice? will the thoughts of this quench or cool these dreadful flames? Be better advised, Oh be better advised for your Souls sake,
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and jeered into Hell? Is your mind yet altered? have you any thoughts or resolutions to look after your soul and acquaintance with God? Are there none of you all that ask by this time, what shall I do to be acquainted with God? are there none of you that begin to think that it is high time to look out for a Friend in a time of need? have I all this while been bearing the air,
and jeered into Hell? Is your mind yet altered? have you any thoughts or resolutions to look After your soul and acquaintance with God? are there none of you all that ask by this time, what shall I do to be acquainted with God? Are there none of you that begin to think that it is high time to look out for a Friend in a time of need? have I all this while been bearing the air,
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Methinks I hear some poor souls crying out by this time, O that I had but such a Friend that would bring me acquainted with God! O that I had but a saving knowledg of Jesus Christ!
Methinks I hear Some poor Souls crying out by this time, Oh that I had but such a Friend that would bring me acquainted with God! Oh that I had but a Saving knowledge of jesus christ!
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That's a very good question, What shall I do to be saved? but do you speak in sober sadness? do you speak in jest or in earnest? If any one would give you advice and direction, would you follow it in spite of all the opposition of Hell? What do you say, will you labour to keep exactly to those Directions that shall be given? if you will, I do not question but that you and God will be acquainted before you die.
That's a very good question, What shall I do to be saved? but do you speak in Sobrium sadness? do you speak in jest or in earnest? If any one would give you Advice and direction, would you follow it in spite of all the opposition of Hell? What do you say, will you labour to keep exactly to those Directions that shall be given? if you will, I do not question but that you and God will be acquainted before you die.
How hainously do they take it, if any one do but question their state? They ignorant of God! They enemies to the Cross of Christ, they blind! they unconverted!
How heinously do they take it, if any one do but question their state? They ignorant of God! They enemies to the Cross of christ, they blind! they unconverted!
Who is that man which dare question their condition? They hope to fare as well as any precise Puritan of them all, they will hope to be saved, say what you will then, you shall never beat then out of their trust in God.
Who is that man which Dare question their condition? They hope to fare as well as any precise Puritan of them all, they will hope to be saved, say what you will then, you shall never beatrice then out of their trust in God.
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But now did men but throughly understand their natural estrangement from God, were they but indeed sensible of the vileness of their hearts, did they but take notice of the Rebellions and Treasons that are within, the case would be far otherwise with them then it is.
But now did men but thoroughly understand their natural estrangement from God, were they but indeed sensible of the vileness of their hearts, did they but take notice of the Rebellions and Treasons that Are within, the case would be Far otherwise with them then it is.
and when they are made to understand the consequences of this War, then how sensibly do they cry out, what shall they do? was there ever any poor wretched creatures in worse condition then themselves? was ever any ones heart worse then theirs? are there any out of hell that are such Monsters of sin as they are? O what shall they do? they see the Fire kindled,
and when they Are made to understand the consequences of this War, then how sensibly do they cry out, what shall they do? was there ever any poor wretched creatures in Worse condition then themselves? was ever any ones heart Worse then theirs? Are there any out of hell that Are such Monsters of since as they Are? O what shall they do? they see the Fire kindled,
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If sinners be not made thus to understand themselves, why, though we should plead with never so much earnestness with them, we do but beat the air;
If Sinners be not made thus to understand themselves, why, though we should plead with never so much earnestness with them, we do but beatrice the air;
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How easily can God in a moment stop your breath, and send your Soul and Body into that lake that burns for ever & ever? & is it not then time for you to look about you? O this ignorance of our selves,
How Easily can God in a moment stop your breath, and send your Soul and Body into that lake that burns for ever & ever? & is it not then time for you to look about you? O this ignorance of our selves,
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how doth it expose us? ( Ar. Epict. l. i. c. 26.) He was not a whit mistaken, who said, That the not knowing of our selves, was one of the chiefest causes of our sin and misery,
how does it expose us? (Ar. Epict l. i. c. 26.) He was not a whit mistaken, who said, That the not knowing of our selves, was one of the chiefest Causes of our since and misery,
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and finding his old guide is blind, and hath oft misled him, thereupon he is the readier to be acquainted with such a one, who may direct him in the way to true happiness.
and finding his old guide is blind, and hath oft misled him, thereupon he is the Readier to be acquainted with such a one, who may Direct him in the Way to true happiness.
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He was none of the weakest men who said, That a true sense of folly is no small sign of some proficiency in wisdom, Look into thy self, O man, search every corner,
He was none of the Weakest men who said, That a true sense of folly is no small Signen of Some proficiency in Wisdom, Look into thy self, Oh man, search every corner,
but is this Armour strong enough to encounter a God withal? Can'st thou with these Fig-leaves defend thy self against the arrowes of the Almighty? behold what a condition thou art in,
but is this Armour strong enough to encounter a God withal? Canst thou with these Fig leaves defend thy self against the arrows of the Almighty? behold what a condition thou art in,
When a man throughly understands how things stand between him & God, and how unable he is to carry on a War against him, he will speedily cast a bout,
When a man thoroughly understands how things stand between him & God, and how unable he is to carry on a War against him, he will speedily cast a bout,
and his warlike Captains cut in pieces, or to tremble, & be like women, when instead of a mighty Army of gallant Warriors in martial order, behaving themselves bravely in the field, he saw their karkases upon heaps, their garments rouled in blood, the Shields of his mighty Ones cast away,
and his warlike Captains Cut in Pieces, or to tremble, & be like women, when instead of a mighty Army of gallant Warriors in martial order, behaving themselves bravely in the field, he saw their karkases upon heaps, their garments rolled in blood, the Shields of his mighty Ones cast away,
and himself wosully deserted, how speedily doth he send away his Servants, with Ropes about their Necks, to beg Peace upon any Terms? When the Gibeonites heard what dangerous fighting it was against Joshuah, they were not long before they made means to make a Covenant with him.
and himself wosully deserted, how speedily does he send away his Servants, with Ropes about their Necks, to beg Peace upon any Terms? When the Gibeonites herd what dangerous fighting it was against Joshua, they were not long before they made means to make a Covenant with him.
and where shall I Hide my self out of his sight? And how shall I look him in the face, whom I have thus desperately and ungratefully opposed? Can such a Traytor as I possibly expect any mercy;
and where shall I Hide my self out of his sighed? And how shall I look him in the face, whom I have thus desperately and ungratefully opposed? Can such a Traitor as I possibly expect any mercy;
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And thus the man that begins a little to understand himself. speaks to himself; and after that, he with Ephraim, sinites upon his thigh, and bemoans his condition exceedingly!
And thus the man that begins a little to understand himself. speaks to himself; and After that, he with Ephraim, sinites upon his thigh, and bemoans his condition exceedingly!
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O that he should ever take up Arms against his gracious Prince? O what shall become of him? Well, I have heard that the God of Heaven is a merciful King, I will go and cast my self at his feet, if I perish, I perish.
O that he should ever take up Arms against his gracious Prince? O what shall become of him? Well, I have herd that the God of Heaven is a merciful King, I will go and cast my self At his feet, if I perish, I perish.
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how hap you come no oftner to his house, when he dwells so near you? Why do you knock no oftner at his door? Why are you so rare in your visits? Is this your kindness? Is this like a Friend? How comes it to pass that there are so many Arms found hid in your house? What are they all for? What is the meaning of all those Meetings that you give to Gods Enemies? What do all those whisperings, plots,
how hap you come no oftener to his house, when he dwells so near you? Why do you knock no oftener At his door? Why Are you so rare in your visits? Is this your kindness? Is this like a Friend? How comes it to pass that there Are so many Arms found hid in your house? What Are they all for? What is the meaning of all those Meetings that you give to God's Enemies? What do all those whisperings, plots,
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and were you ever made sensible of the danger of such a state, and ashamed and grieved to the very soul that you should ever engage against so good a God? why then I am confident you can't but cry out with all the strength and earnestness of your soul for a peace, you can't but desire to meet with your adversary quickly,
and were you ever made sensible of the danger of such a state, and ashamed and grieved to the very soul that you should ever engage against so good a God? why then I am confident you can't but cry out with all the strength and earnestness of your soul for a peace, you can't but desire to meet with your adversary quickly,
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The humble are the persons that he will raise, these are they that he will converse most with, these are the great Favourites of Heaven which God doth delight to honour, Psal. 34.18. The Lord is nigh to them which are of a broken heart, and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit.
The humble Are the Persons that he will raise, these Are they that he will converse most with, these Are the great Favourites of Heaven which God does delight to honour, Psalm 34.18. The Lord is High to them which Are of a broken heart, and Saveth such as be of a contrite Spirit.
God is nigh to them, (with Reverence be it spoken) God takes so much complacency in the company of such, that he can't endure to have them far from him, he must have them always nigh to him, always under his eyes;
God is High to them, (with reverence be it spoken) God Takes so much complacency in the company of such, that he can't endure to have them Far from him, he must have them always High to him, always under his eyes;
We read that Sacrifices have been despised, Prayers, long Prayers have been rejected; Sabbaths, New-Moons, and Solemn Assemblies the Lord hath sometimes abhorred;
We read that Sacrifices have been despised, Prayers, long Prayers have been rejected; Sabbaths, New moons, and Solemn Assemblies the Lord hath sometime abhorred;
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Who are the men that have most of Gods company? who are they which he doth most frequently visit? Are they not such as look upon themselves as the chiefest of sinners? These are they which are wrapped up into the third Heaven.
Who Are the men that have most of God's company? who Are they which he does most frequently visit? are they not such as look upon themselves as the chiefest of Sinners? These Are they which Are wrapped up into the third Heaven.
how then can such a Creature as I ever expect that he should so much as cast his eye upon me? Yes, sweet soul, such is the infinite condescension and goodness of God, that he will sooner look upon thee than another.
how then can such a Creature as I ever expect that he should so much as cast his eye upon me? Yes, sweet soul, such is the infinite condescension and Goodness of God, that he will sooner look upon thee than Another.
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Thus saith the high and lofty one that inhabiteth Eternity, whose name is Holy, I dwell in the high and holy place, with him also that is of a contrite and humble spirit, to revive the spirit of the humble,
Thus Says the high and lofty one that Inhabiteth Eternity, whose name is Holy, I dwell in the high and holy place, with him also that is of a contrite and humble Spirit, to revive the Spirit of the humble,
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Every sinner hath cause enough to cry out with astonishment, Will God look upon such a vile sinful wretch as I am? Will he that is infinite in holiness take any notice of me,
Every sinner hath cause enough to cry out with astonishment, Will God look upon such a vile sinful wretch as I am? Will he that is infinite in holiness take any notice of me,
Where God comes, he will keep a noble house, & there shall be mirth and rich cheer good store, Isa. 66 1, 2. Thus saith the Lord, Heaven is my throne, & Earth is my foot-stool:
Where God comes, he will keep a noble house, & there shall be mirth and rich cheer good store, Isaiah 66 1, 2. Thus Says the Lord, Heaven is my throne, & Earth is my footstool:
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he knows that he can never be unwelcome to such, they will count it the highest honour, that the most high should come into them in their low Condition.
he knows that he can never be unwelcome to such, they will count it the highest honour, that the most high should come into them in their low Condition.
Wherefore if you desire to have any intimate acquaintance with God, labour to be more and more sensible of your own unworthiness, study your heart and nature well,
Wherefore if you desire to have any intimate acquaintance with God, labour to be more and more sensible of your own unworthiness, study your heart and nature well,
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but when he had been humbling of himself? As you may read at your leisure, Gen. 23. There is many a professor that holds out many a year in a course of external performances,
but when he had been humbling of himself? As you may read At your leisure, Gen. 23. There is many a professor that holds out many a year in a course of external performances,
whereas I am perswaded, if the business were throughly examined, it would be found that they were never made deeply sensible of their undone state out of Christ, never understood the desperate depravedness of their hearts, and nature;
whereas I am persuaded, if the business were thoroughly examined, it would be found that they were never made deeply sensible of their undone state out of christ, never understood the desperate depravedness of their hearts, and nature;
Who am I poor wretch? O did you but know what a heart I have, did you but see the workings of my thoughts, could you but tell how things are, indeed you would rather admire at Gods patience, than mans excellency.
Who am I poor wretch? O did you but know what a heart I have, did you but see the workings of my thoughts, could you but tell how things Are, indeed you would rather admire At God's patience, than men excellency.
Neither will a slight visit or two in a Transitory complemental manner serve the turn; a man may do this, and yet not be said to be acquainted with God.
Neither will a slight visit or two in a Transitory complemental manner serve the turn; a man may do this, and yet not be said to be acquainted with God.
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If you would make any thing of this great work of getting acquaintance with God, you must not jest in it, you must give God many solemn and set-visits,
If you would make any thing of this great work of getting acquaintance with God, you must not jest in it, you must give God many solemn and set-visits,
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they pray, it may be, in their Families, and it may be that but seldom (but by the way, never let such pretend to the Knowledge of God, who call not upon him in their Families) but what they do, it is but in a poor formal perfunctory manner between sleep and awake;
they pray, it may be, in their Families, and it may be that but seldom (but by the Way, never let such pretend to the Knowledge of God, who call not upon him in their Families) but what they do, it is but in a poor formal perfunctory manner between sleep and awake;
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or by being under the sound of the Gospel, and from some force that natural conscience doth put upon them, which will not be content except something be done.
or by being under the found of the Gospel, and from Some force that natural conscience does put upon them, which will not be content except something be done.
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How seldom are they upon their knees in secret? How rare a thing is it for them with Isaac, to go into the field to meditate? They visit their Farms, they visit their Flocks, they visit their Swine, they go often to uisit their sottish drunken Companions,
How seldom Are they upon their knees in secret? How rare a thing is it for them with Isaac, to go into the field to meditate? They visit their Farms, they visit their Flocks, they visit their Swine, they go often to uisit their sottish drunken Sodales,
and in which God doth many times give out much of himself to to the soul, are these: 1. Solemn Meditation. 2. Secret Prayer. 3. Fasting. 4. Community of Experiences,
and in which God does many times give out much of himself to to the soul, Are these: 1. Solemn Meditation. 2. Secret Prayer. 3. Fasting. 4. Community of Experiences,
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1. Meditation. When the Soul doth fix it self upon the Thoughts of some Spiritual and Divine object, such as the love of God in Christ, the glory of another world, &c. This is,
1. Meditation. When the Soul does fix it self upon the Thoughts of Some Spiritual and Divine Object, such as the love of God in christ, the glory of Another world, etc. This is,
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it will scarce leave till it be wound up to the highest pitch of admiration, of that infinite boundless love which should do such glorious things for so vile and contemptible,
it will scarce leave till it be wound up to the highest pitch of admiration, of that infinite boundless love which should do such glorious things for so vile and contemptible,
O that I could do nothing else day and night, but praise, love, and admire this infinite boundless love? And did Christ indeed offer up his life for my sin? Did he not think his precious heart blood too dear for me? And shall I think my heart-love too dear for him? What,
O that I could do nothing Else day and night, but praise, love, and admire this infinite boundless love? And did christ indeed offer up his life for my since? Did he not think his precious heart blood too dear for me? And shall I think my Heart-love too dear for him? What,
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O what meanest thou, O my soul, that thou art yet so cold? Awake, awake Psaltery and Harp, I my self will awake and praise, admire and love thee, O my God, whose love to my soul is beyond expression.
O what Meanest thou, Oh my soul, that thou art yet so cold? Awake, awake Psaltery and Harp, I my self will awake and praise, admire and love thee, Oh my God, whose love to my soul is beyond expression.
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O the sweet pleasure of Divine Love, infinitely transcending all carnal Affections! O the joy that is at this meeting, far surpassing humane apprehension!
O the sweet pleasure of Divine Love, infinitely transcending all carnal Affections! O the joy that is At this meeting, Far surpassing humane apprehension!
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I appeal to the experience of those that have been much exercised in this great Duty of Meditation, if they have been in good earnest in the work, I am confident they can say something to this point.
I appeal to the experience of those that have been much exercised in this great Duty of Meditation, if they have been in good earnest in the work, I am confident they can say something to this point.
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What sayest thou, O Christian, which art used to imitate Isaac? didst thou never meet with another-guess Companion than Rebeccah? As he met with a Wife,
What Sayest thou, Oh Christian, which art used to imitate Isaac? didst thou never meet with another-guess Companion than Rebecca? As he met with a Wife,
What do you say? have you not found the benefit of this duty? did you never find Meditation a sweet work? was it worth your while or no, to sequester your selves a while from the world to talk with your Beloved? did you ever repent you of your Labour,
What do you say? have you not found the benefit of this duty? did you never find Meditation a sweet work? was it worth your while or no, to sequester your selves a while from the world to talk with your beloved? did you ever Repent you of your Labour,
and intensely fix your heart and thoughts upon any of the glorious Attributes of God? Did you ever set before your eyes his love in Christ? If not, O try and fall to this work seriously and speedily,
and intensely fix your heart and thoughts upon any of the glorious Attributes of God? Did you ever Set before your eyes his love in christ? If not, Oh try and fallen to this work seriously and speedily,
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and grow formal in it, and be weary of it, and cast it off (though, let me put in this, I believe its marvellous rare for a Hypocrit to have any thing to do in such a secret duty as this is) but if they were true to the interest of their own souls in the management of this work, I am confident they would be every day more and more in love with this duty:
and grow formal in it, and be weary of it, and cast it off (though, let me put in this, I believe its marvellous rare for a Hypocrite to have any thing to do in such a secret duty as this is) but if they were true to the Interest of their own Souls in the management of this work, I am confident they would be every day more and more in love with this duty:
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The poor wounded Creature opens his wounds, and then the great Physician comes with the Balm of Gilead. When Jacob is thus weeping and praying alone, he meets with God, he meets a blessing, he wrestles, he conquers.
The poor wounded Creature Opens his wounds, and then the great physician comes with the Balm of Gilead. When Jacob is thus weeping and praying alone, he meets with God, he meets a blessing, he wrestles, he conquers.
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O why do Christians, why do Professors maintain no fairer correspondency with God in such duties wherein he doth manifest himself more than ordinary to the Soul? The reason of this may be because God accounts himself more highly honoured,
O why do Christians, why do Professors maintain no Fairer correspondency with God in such duties wherein he does manifest himself more than ordinary to the Soul? The reason of this may be Because God accounts himself more highly honoured,
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and makes him believe that his hear is warmed with communion with God, when as it is possible it is nothing but a secret self-pleasing, that those that joyned with him, might think very highly of him,
and makes him believe that his hear is warmed with communion with God, when as it is possible it is nothing but a secret self-pleasing, that those that joined with him, might think very highly of him,
But now, there is none of this Temptation in secret Closet-prayer, and there a Soul may be more particular in its complaints and petitions, more earnest in pleading with God,
But now, there is none of this Temptation in secret Closet prayer, and there a Soul may be more particular in its complaints and petitions, more earnest in pleading with God,
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Wherefore I lay somewhat the more stress upon this duty of Secret Prayer. But this I say again, where one of them is practiced conscientiously, the other will not be neglected.
Wherefore I lay somewhat the more stress upon this duty of Secret Prayer. But this I say again, where one of them is practiced conscientiously, the other will not be neglected.
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What though most of the world are ashamed to own Religion when it is out of fashion? What though but sew dare meet together to speak of Gods goodness,
What though most of the world Are ashamed to own Religion when it is out of fashion? What though but sew Dare meet together to speak of God's Goodness,
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and to praise him, and call upon his Name? Why, Christ says, Though there be but two or three of them, he will make the number one the more, he will be in the midst of them:
and to praise him, and call upon his Name? Why, christ Says, Though there be but two or three of them, he will make the number one the more, he will be in the midst of them:
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Not to dare the Magistrate, and to do what they do to confront Authority, but in the uprightness of their souls, they desire to meet together to worship God according to his own will.
Not to Dare the Magistrate, and to do what they do to confront authority, but in the uprightness of their Souls, they desire to meet together to worship God according to his own will.
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then Egyptian bondage, instead of being burdened with barbarous Task-masters, to be made free, rich, and honourable, and to see the strength of the enemy laid in the dust.
then Egyptian bondage, instead of being burdened with barbarous Taskmasters, to be made free, rich, and honourable, and to see the strength of the enemy laid in the dust.
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It is not for nothing that this Passeover it to be had in everlasting remembrance. If I should appeal to the people of God that have kept this solemn Feast,
It is not for nothing that this Passover it to be had in everlasting remembrance. If I should appeal to the people of God that have kept this solemn Feast,
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The King brings her into the Banqueting-House, and his Banner over her is Love; she is then made to understand, that the Kisses of his Lips do breath Life,
The King brings her into the Banqueting house, and his Banner over her is Love; she is then made to understand, that the Kisses of his Lips do breath Life,
and that his Visits at such a time, usually leave behind them more special testimonies of the largeness of his Heart, the loveliness of his Nature, and of his matchless Excellency.
and that his Visits At such a time, usually leave behind them more special testimonies of the largeness of his Heart, the loveliness of his Nature, and of his matchless Excellency.
Speak Christian, what dost thou say to this? Canst thou not subscribe to this? Art thou not able to say, that then thou hast tasted and seen, couldst thou not then go out and invite all the poor starved hungry souls in the world, to come and see,
Speak Christian, what dost thou say to this? Canst thou not subscribe to this? Art thou not able to say, that then thou hast tasted and seen, Couldst thou not then go out and invite all the poor starved hungry Souls in the world, to come and see,
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and fatted Calf, the Garlick and Onions, or the Manna, the Milk and Hony? 'Tis not without cause that the Faces of some do shine, their looks speak, their Fare none of the meanest,
and fatted Calf, the Garlic and Onions, or the Manna, the Milk and Honey? It's not without cause that the Faces of Some do shine, their looks speak, their Fare none of the Meanest,
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O did weak Christians but know what strength, joy, and comfort this Ordinance doth afford, I believe they would not be so hardly perswaded to come when they are invited? Did they but understand how sweet,
O did weak Christians but know what strength, joy, and Comfort this Ordinance does afford, I believe they would not be so hardly persuaded to come when they Are invited? Did they but understand how sweet,
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how wholsome, how dainty the Dishes are which Wisdom prepares; could they but conceive what satisfaction, and fulness there is for the empty, what joy,
how wholesome, how dainty the Dishes Are which Wisdom prepares; could they but conceive what satisfaction, and fullness there is for the empty, what joy,
and sollace for the Mourning, and Disconsolate, what strength and quickning for the Weak, I am ready to think that they would scarce be so long absent from the Lords Table:
and solace for the Mourning, and Disconsolate, what strength and quickening for the Weak, I am ready to think that they would scarce be so long absent from the lords Table:
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how comest thou hither, not having on the Wedding Garment. Yet the sensible Hungry burthened Souls, notwithstanding all their fears may come, nay, they must,
how Comest thou hither, not having on the Wedding Garment. Yet the sensible Hungry burdened Souls, notwithstanding all their fears may come, nay, they must,
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who would judge that person thirsty, that had rather drink Gall Tears and Wormwood, than the clear refreshing Streams that come from that Rock the Lord Christ:
who would judge that person thirsty, that had rather drink Gall Tears and Wormwood, than the clear refreshing Streams that come from that Rock the Lord christ:
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and Self-conceited Pharises? Why, I find none of these in the Writing? Who are they then that may come with Confidence to draw water out of these Wells of Consolation.
and Self-conceited Pharisees? Why, I find none of these in the Writing? Who Are they then that may come with Confidence to draw water out of these Wells of Consolation.
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if ever I could have left the World at a minnutes warning, and have stept immediately into Eternity, it was then when mine eyes beheld the King in his beauty,
if ever I could have left the World At a minnutes warning, and have stepped immediately into Eternity, it was then when mine eyes beheld the King in his beauty,
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I remember I have heard it reported of that Reverend, and Holy man of God Master Allen (who lived at as high a rate as most on this side Perfection and Glory) that he was before he died in a very rare seraphique raptures of Joy and Love,
I Remember I have herd it reported of that Reverend, and Holy man of God Master Allen (who lived At as high a rate as most on this side Perfection and Glory) that he was before he died in a very rare seraphic raptures of Joy and Love,
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Judge not therefore that this is the portion of all Gods Children, nor of any at all times to have such large Discoveries as these. Heaven is reserved for Heaven;
Judge not Therefore that this is the portion of all God's Children, nor of any At all times to have such large Discoveries as these. Heaven is reserved for Heaven;
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some have a single Messe, some a double, some five times more than their Brethren; let all be thankful if the great Joseph instead of a Prison, give a Feast,
Some have a single Mess, Some a double, Some five times more than their Brothers; let all be thankful if the great Joseph instead of a Prison, give a Feast,
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it may be this is more wholsome entertainment, and fitter for the present Temper and Constitution of thy Soul than those Flagons of Wine, perhaps they would fly up into thy head,
it may be this is more wholesome entertainment, and fitter for the present Temper and Constitution of thy Soul than those Flagons of Wine, perhaps they would fly up into thy head,
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Methinks the silver Trumpet of the Gospel, and Divine Love sounds a Jubile: Methinks the Air ecchoes with a strange Harmony, somewhat like that, Luke 2.14. Glory to God in the highest, and on Earth, Peace, Good will towards men.
Methinks the silver Trumpet of the Gospel, and Divine Love sounds a Jubilee: Methinks the Air echos with a strange Harmony, somewhat like that, Lycia 2.14. Glory to God in the highest, and on Earth, Peace, Good will towards men.
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Don't the very Heavens ring with these Blessed Words, A Saviour! a Saviour! a mighty Redeemer! a Pardon! a Pardon! Liberty! Liberty! a glorious Liberty!
Don't the very Heavens ring with these Blessed Words, A Saviour! a Saviour! a mighty Redeemer! a Pardon! a Pardon! Liberty! Liberty! a glorious Liberty!
Here's nothing but Fulness, Swectness, and Love may be written upon every Dish; and Royal noble everlasting Bounty, may be proclaimed before every Course:
Here's nothing but Fullness, Swectness, and Love may be written upon every Dish; and Royal noble everlasting Bounty, may be proclaimed before every Course:
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The Challenges of Law, Conscience, and Sathan, are now silenced, the Inditements against the Soul are all quashed, the Soul may walk now at liberty, and fear no Arrest;
The Challenges of Law, Conscience, and Sathan, Are now silenced, the Inditements against the Soul Are all quashed, the Soul may walk now At liberty, and Fear no Arrest;
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who can lay any thing to the charge of Gods Elect, its Christ that justifies, who can condemn, Christ saith it, swears it, seals it, it cannot but be true,
who can lay any thing to the charge of God's Elect, its christ that Justifies, who can condemn, christ Says it, swears it, Seals it, it cannot but be true,
and what now remains, but that with the greatest Gratitude, you accept of Christ's offer whensoever he invites thee to his Table? what doth better become thee then the deepest resentment of the highest kindness,
and what now remains, but that with the greatest Gratitude, you accept of Christ's offer whensoever he invites thee to his Table? what does better become thee then the Deepest resentment of the highest kindness,
because it was the particular request of one of my Brethren a Reverend Minister, that in the next Edition, I would not forget that Ordinance in which God usually doth most signally discover his Love to his people.
Because it was the particular request of one of my Brothers a Reverend Minister, that in the next Edition, I would not forget that Ordinance in which God usually does most signally discover his Love to his people.
and whosoever comes to the Father by him, he will in no wise cast out, God can't deny his own Son any thing, he can never forget that great undertaking of his, by which he glorified his Fathers infinite Justice,
and whosoever comes to the Father by him, he will in no wise cast out, God can't deny his own Son any thing, he can never forget that great undertaking of his, by which he glorified his Father's infinite justice,
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except you bring Christ along with you, you shall not see my Face. There is a notable story which is commonly by Divines applied to our present purpose,
except you bring christ along with you, you shall not see my Face. There is a notable story which is commonly by Divines applied to our present purpose,
it is concerning a Law among the Molossians, where whosoever came to the King with his Son in his Arms, should be accepted into favour, let his fault be what it will.
it is Concerning a Law among the Molossians, where whosoever Come to the King with his Son in his Arms, should be accepted into favour, let his fault be what it will.
I will tell you this for your comfort, Christ hath a loving design in his heart to do such offices of kindness for poor Malefactors that understand something of their danger.
I will tell you this for your Comfort, christ hath a loving Design in his heart to do such Offices of kindness for poor Malefactors that understand something of their danger.
Doth not Wisdom call? doth not Christ plead the Case, and expostulate with sinners? and who would not, that hath any understanding at all of his state out of Christ, with all possible thankfulness be encouraged to accept of his kindness? Christ hath done as much as this comes to already for many Millions,
Does not Wisdom call? does not christ plead the Case, and expostulate with Sinners? and who would not, that hath any understanding At all of his state out of christ, with all possible thankfulness be encouraged to accept of his kindness? christ hath done as much as this comes to already for many Millions,
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and his Father never said to him, Son, why do you trouble your self and me with so many of these wretched Creatures, let them alone to take their course.
and his Father never said to him, Son, why do you trouble your self and me with so many of these wretched Creatures, let them alone to take their course.
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When any comes to God without Christ, they come like Simon Magus, with their own money in their hand to buy a great Commodity, which is not to be purchased with such kind of Coyn. If you come to God through Christ, you may come with boldness to the Throne of Grace;
When any comes to God without christ, they come like Simon Magus, with their own money in their hand to buy a great Commodity, which is not to be purchased with such kind of Coyn. If you come to God through christ, you may come with boldness to the Throne of Grace;
If you would be acquainted with God, come much where he is wont to be, frequent his house, lye always at the Doors of Wisdom, engage much in his Ordinances.
If you would be acquainted with God, come much where he is wont to be, frequent his house, lie always At the Doors of Wisdom, engage much in his Ordinances.
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and, O what earnestness doth he use when the doors of the Lords Tabernacle were shut, to get them open again? what moan doth he make when he was for some time sequestred by his enemies, from the enjoyment of God in his publick Ordinances? As the Hart pants after the water-brooks,
and, Oh what earnestness does he use when the doors of the lords Tabernacle were shut, to get them open again? what moan does he make when he was for Some time sequestered by his enemies, from the enjoyment of God in his public Ordinances? As the Heart pants After the Water brooks,
but he is there more especially present where his people meet together to attend upon him in his own Ordinances? Wherefore when you come to hear the Word, set your self as in the presence of God,
but he is there more especially present where his people meet together to attend upon him in his own Ordinances? Wherefore when you come to hear the Word, Set your self as in the presence of God,
and I will make an everlasting Covenant with you, even the sure mercies of David, He that hath ears to hear, let him hear what the mighty Jehovah is speaking to his soul.
and I will make an everlasting Covenant with you, even the sure Mercies of David, He that hath ears to hear, let him hear what the mighty Jehovah is speaking to his soul.
O that I might presently without any more delay, set out for Canaan! Cry out with as much earnestness as that poor man did, who brought his possessed child before Christ;
O that I might presently without any more Delay, Set out for Canaan! Cry out with as much earnestness as that poor man did, who brought his possessed child before christ;
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I have brought my hard heart before thee, Lord soften it, and let me not go from time to time with these dreadful diseases hanging about me, to infect,
I have brought my hard heart before thee, Lord soften it, and let me not go from time to time with these dreadful diseases hanging about me, to infect,
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and they will do all they can, and be glad of it too, to help you to be acquainted with him, they will not spare to give you their utmost assistance in this great business.
and they will do all they can, and be glad of it too, to help you to be acquainted with him, they will not spare to give you their utmost assistance in this great business.
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and convincing of their sleepy, unbelieving, ignorant companions: they have an inward principle which puts them upon communicating what Grace they have received;
and convincing of their sleepy, unbelieving, ignorant Sodales: they have an inward principle which puts them upon communicating what Grace they have received;
how much more will they be ready to give all the help they can to you that earnestly desire it? Now when any one comes to this pass, that he sees a difference between the godly and the wicked,
how much more will they be ready to give all the help they can to you that earnestly desire it? Now when any one comes to this pass, that he sees a difference between the godly and the wicked,
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and to say that the righteous is more excellent than his Neighbour, and to have an earnest desire to associate themselves with them, it is a very great sign that God hath an intention to do such a Soul good.
and to say that the righteous is more excellent than his Neighbour, and to have an earnest desire to associate themselves with them, it is a very great Signen that God hath an intention to do such a Soul good.
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and that upon this act of recumbency after they had for some time waited upon God in the way of his ordinances, they began to taste and relish the things of God,
and that upon this act of recumbency After they had for Some time waited upon God in the Way of his ordinances, they began to taste and relish the things of God,
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and people should say all the whole Family is like him? though it may be you are grieved to the very heart, that such a thing should be done by any in the world, much more by any that bears any kind of Relation to your self.
and people should say all the Whole Family is like him? though it may be you Are grieved to the very heart, that such a thing should be done by any in the world, much more by any that bears any kind of Relation to your self.
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Your converse with such as fear the Lord, will make you like them, at least they will endeavour as much. ( Ar. Epict. l. 3. c. 16.) He spoke no untruth, who said, That company is of an assimulating Nature.
Your converse with such as Fear the Lord, will make you like them, At lest they will endeavour as much. (Ar. Epict l. 3. c. 16.) He spoke no untruth, who said, That company is of an assimulating Nature.
He that walketh with the wise, shall yet be wiser, but a Companion of Fools shall be destroyed, Prov. 10.10, 21, 33. The tongue of the just is as choice Silver,
He that walks with the wise, shall yet be Wiser, but a Companion of Fools shall be destroyed, Curae 10.10, 21, 33. The tongue of the just is as choice Silver,
and when God came in with comfort, and spake peace, such a one lead them to such a promise, which was like a Cordial to their fainting Soul. When they were abroad (they will tell you) and were necessitated to the company of them which were strangers to the life of Religion;
and when God Come in with Comfort, and spoke peace, such a one led them to such a promise, which was like a Cordial to their fainting Soul. When they were abroad (they will tell you) and were necessitated to the company of them which were Strangers to the life of Religion;
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and that, that which they thought none in the world could parallel, they find that most of the Christians that they meet with, know as well as themselves,
and that, that which they Thought none in the world could parallel, they find that most of the Christians that they meet with, know as well as themselves,
There was a Poor, Civil, yet very Carnal Creature, a Servant in a Religious Family, who did from his Soul abhor the Spiritual Conversation of those in the Family, insomuch that he was resolved to run away from his Service, he was so weary of such doings:
There was a Poor, Civil, yet very Carnal Creature, a Servant in a Religious Family, who did from his Soul abhor the Spiritual Conversation of those in the Family, insomuch that he was resolved to run away from his Service, he was so weary of such doings:
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upon which, he heard one distinctly praying on the other side of the wall, he still hearkning, heard one praying very earnestly for him (who did not know but he might be asleep) and opening the condition of his Soul so particularly,
upon which, he herd one distinctly praying on the other side of the wall, he still Harkening, herd one praying very earnestly for him (who did not know but he might be asleep) and opening the condition of his Soul so particularly,
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upon this the man was very much troubled, and his trouble daily increased, till he was forced to open his condition to the person, who had been praying for him, which was a poor Maid-servant:
upon this the man was very much troubled, and his trouble daily increased, till he was forced to open his condition to the person, who had been praying for him, which was a poor Maidservant:
Now when I rehearsed this thing which was the condition of two, as I said before, a third person stood by (whom I never saw in my life before) who fell a sweating for trouble, that any of his Friends should tell such a thing of him, to me,
Now when I rehearsed this thing which was the condition of two, as I said before, a third person stood by (whom I never saw in my life before) who fell a sweating for trouble, that any of his Friends should tell such a thing of him, to me,
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do not think much if they deal plainly and roundly with you, know that it is out of love to your Souls (God is their witness) they see that your condition requires it,
do not think much if they deal plainly and roundly with you, know that it is out of love to your Souls (God is their witness) they see that your condition requires it,
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when they quench the Motions of God's Spirit, You may read in the 5. Cant. how dearly the Spouse had like to have paid for such an unkindness? What, shall God send his spirit to visit you? Shall the infinite Majesty so far condesend as to knock at your Door,
when they quench the Motions of God's Spirit, You may read in the 5. Cant how dearly the Spouse had like to have paid for such an unkindness? What, shall God send his Spirit to visit you? Shall the infinite Majesty so Far condescend as to knock At your Door,
O why do men and women jest with matters of the greatest weight and importance in the world? What do people mean to play with their Souls, the wrath of God,
O why do men and women jest with matters of the greatest weight and importance in the world? What do people mean to play with their Souls, the wrath of God,
and damnation? O sinners, have you nothing else to play with? No lower matters to sport with? Believe it, Sirs, Heaven and Glory are not got with sitting still with our Hands in our pockets.
and damnation? O Sinners, have you nothing Else to play with? No lower matters to sport with? Believe it, Sirs, Heaven and Glory Are not god with sitting still with our Hands in our pockets.
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and drink, and sleep? Is this the way to be rich? is this the way to be happy for ever? If you intend to do any thing in Religion to any purpose, you must buckle to your business at anothergess rate than most of the Professors of the World do.
and drink, and sleep? Is this the Way to be rich? is this the Way to be happy for ever? If you intend to do any thing in Religion to any purpose, you must buckle to your business At anothergess rate than most of the Professors of the World do.
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or looking after Life, Salvation, and Eternal Joy? Do you think that the Scripture faith in vain, That we must strive to enter in at the strait Gate? Is it a bare seeking that will serve the turn? Will a Lord have mercy upon me, and bowing the knee, do as well as the greatest seriousness and diligence in the World? Do you think that God will be put off with the skin and garbage instead of sacrifice, with the shell instead of the kernel, with chaff instead of the corn? Doth not Christ say, That many shall seek to enter in,
or looking After Life, Salvation, and Eternal Joy? Do you think that the Scripture faith in vain, That we must strive to enter in At the strait Gate? Is it a bore seeking that will serve the turn? Will a Lord have mercy upon me, and bowing the knee, do as well as the greatest seriousness and diligence in the World? Do you think that God will be put off with the skin and garbage instead of sacrifice, with the shell instead of the kernel, with chaff instead of the corn? Does not christ say, That many shall seek to enter in,
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and shall not be able? O why do not lazy Professors read the Scriptures with trembling? Let all those that are angry with us for putting them upon making religion their business,
and shall not be able? Oh why do not lazy Professors read the Scriptures with trembling? Let all those that Are angry with us for putting them upon making Religion their business,
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and using all diligence to make their calling and election sure, Read that one Scripture over again, Luk. 13.24. Strive to enter in at the strait Gate;
and using all diligence to make their calling and election sure, Read that one Scripture over again, Luk. 13.24. Strive to enter in At the strait Gate;
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We therefore do here produce our Commission for what we say, or rather we desire you but to read your selves what Christ spoke, as touching this matter.
We Therefore do Here produce our Commission for what we say, or rather we desire you but to read your selves what christ spoke, as touching this matter.
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O it might justly make a Christians heart to ake, to think how many thousands of Professors will be disowned by Christ in that day, who will make many fair pleas for themselves,
O it might justly make a Christians heart to ache, to think how many thousands of Professors will be disowned by christ in that day, who will make many fair pleasant for themselves,
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and make peace with him, and God will be at peace with you, Isa. 27.5. It is not without cause, that the Prophet doth complain, Isa. 64.7. There is none that calls upon thy Name, that stirs up himself to take hold on thee.
and make peace with him, and God will be At peace with you, Isaiah 27.5. It is not without cause, that the Prophet does complain, Isaiah 64.7. There is none that calls upon thy Name, that stirs up himself to take hold on thee.
What none call upon his Name, when so many of them made many Prayers, as you have it in the first of Isaiah? What did they nothing but look upon one another,
What none call upon his Name, when so many of them made many Prayers, as you have it in the First of Isaiah? What did they nothing but look upon one Another,
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when they had their Solemn Assemblies? Did they say nothing to God, when they came before him? Did they do nothing at all in that 58. of Isaiah, when they are said to seek him daily,
when they had their Solemn Assemblies? Did they say nothing to God, when they Come before him? Did they do nothing At all in that 58. of Isaiah, when they Are said to seek him daily,
when they seemed to delight in his way? Yet in Gods esteem, all this goes for nothing at all, this prayer is no prayer, this is only wording of it with God.
when they seemed to delight in his Way? Yet in God's esteem, all this Goes for nothing At all, this prayer is no prayer, this is only wording of it with God.
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And is this the way to have the blessing? Are such as these like to have any thanks for their kindness? Let them try how any of their Friends would take such a present.
And is this the Way to have the blessing? are such as these like to have any thanks for their kindness? Let them try how any of their Friends would take such a present.
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What excellent thing is there, that is got without pains? Whoever came to be an Exquisite curious Artist in any skil whatever, that never served an Apprentiship to it,
What excellent thing is there, that is god without pains? Whoever Come to be an Exquisite curious Artist in any skill whatever, that never served an Apprenticeship to it,
nor at the least gave his mind to it? where is there a famous Physitian that never studied in his life? Who gets a Victory by sleeping and carelesseness? Who expects to have riches drop into his mouth,
nor At the least gave his mind to it? where is there a famous physician that never studied in his life? Who gets a Victory by sleeping and carelessness? Who expects to have riches drop into his Mouth,
when he goes all the ways that can be to make himself a beggar? Doth the Husbandman look for a good Crop without plowing or sowing? Why then, should we expect such great things as Heaven, Eternal happiness,
when he Goes all the ways that can be to make himself a beggar? Does the Husbandman look for a good Crop without plowing or sowing? Why then, should we expect such great things as Heaven, Eternal happiness,
there must be running, watching, fighting, conquering, holding fast, holding out, and all little enough; it requires all the strength of thy soul to engage in this great work;
there must be running, watching, fighting, conquering, holding fast, holding out, and all little enough; it requires all the strength of thy soul to engage in this great work;
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and inconsiderable trifles, and to be negligent about matters of the greatest importance, to slubber over the great works of Religion with the greatest slightness.
and inconsiderable trifles, and to be negligent about matters of the greatest importance, to slubber over the great works of Religion with the greatest slightness.
Remember, O man, thy great work, it is to take care of thy Soul, to look after a Companion, a Friend for thy Soul, to get food and cloathing for thy Soul, that that famish not with hunger and cold.
remember, Oh man, thy great work, it is to take care of thy Soul, to look After a Companion, a Friend for thy Soul, to get food and clothing for thy Soul, that that famish not with hunger and cold.
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We are all Soudiers, and must fight in such a War wherein we must never lay down our Arms. The favour of God is worth the striving for, it is as much as Heaven and Glory is worth.
We Are all Soldiers, and must fight in such a War wherein we must never lay down our Arms. The favour of God is worth the striving for, it is as much as Heaven and Glory is worth.
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If your estate or life lay at stake, would you not be willing to use all the interest you could to make the Judg your friend? would you go up and down laughing as if you had nothing to do? would you eat and drink as merrily as ever,
If your estate or life lay At stake, would you not be willing to use all the Interest you could to make the Judge your friend? would you go up and down laughing as if you had nothing to do? would you eat and drink as merrily as ever,
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and say, it is but dying, it is but being a beggar, it is but the undoing of my wife and children? would you not look upon a man that should argue at this rate to be little better than frantick? and I pray which is most considerable, the death of the body,
and say, it is but dying, it is but being a beggar, it is but the undoing of my wife and children? would you not look upon a man that should argue At this rate to be little better than frantic? and I pray which is most considerable, the death of the body,
Most mens diligence in Temporals will condemn their negligence in Spiritnals. Christ said, Seek ye first the Kingdom of Heaven, & the righteousness thereof;
Most men's diligence in Temporals will condemn their negligence in Spiritnals. christ said, Seek you First the Kingdom of Heaven, & the righteousness thereof;
Wherefore do you think, did David follow his work so close? Why did all those Noble Worthies in the Church of old take so much pains? Why should they not much stick to venture estates,
Wherefore do you think, did David follow his work so close? Why did all those Noble Worthies in the Church of old take so much pains? Why should they not much stick to venture estates,
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and unnecessary preciseness? Do you think that their labour was in vain? Are all those disappointed who willingly parted with present things for future things? I must tell you,
and unnecessary preciseness? Do you think that their labour was in vain? are all those disappointed who willingly parted with present things for future things? I must tell you,
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How long wilt thou sleep, O sluggard? When wilt thou arise out of thy sleep? Yet a little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to sleep,
How long wilt thou sleep, Oh sluggard? When wilt thou arise out of thy sleep? Yet a little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to sleep,
as you would do to make sure of a pardon, in case of the forfeiture of your life? If so, we have some hopes, the work may have some considerable issue.
as you would do to make sure of a pardon, in case of the forfeiture of your life? If so, we have Some hope's, the work may have Some considerable issue.
and in urging those arguments which the Scripture doth afford you in such a case. Take with you words, and come unto the Lord, and spread your requests before him,
and in urging those Arguments which the Scripture does afford you in such a case. Take with you words, and come unto the Lord, and spread your requests before him,
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O Lord, I beseech thee help thy poor Creature to come unto thee, lead me by the hand, let thy goodness and love constrain me, conquer me by thy kindness;
O Lord, I beseech thee help thy poor Creature to come unto thee, led me by the hand, let thy Goodness and love constrain me, conquer me by thy kindness;
O why art thou as a stranger to me? wilt thou forsake me for ever? shall I be one of those thine enemies which shall be slain before thy face? shall I be one of those that shall dwell with everlasting burnings? O Lord, pity, pity, pity,
O why art thou as a stranger to me? wilt thou forsake me for ever? shall I be one of those thine enemies which shall be slave before thy face? shall I be one of those that shall dwell with everlasting burnings? O Lord, pity, pity, pity,
I cannot get loose, my heart is too hard for me, my lasts are too strong for me, my temptations are too many for me to conquer of my self. O Lord help me.
I cannot get lose, my heart is too hard for me, my lasts Are too strong for me, my temptations Are too many for me to conquer of my self. O Lord help me.
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Say to him, O I am a poor undone creature, and wilt thou send me away without mercy? will the God of Grace send me away without Grace? hast thou not called me, O God? thy servants, tell me so, O Lord speak and give me ears to hear;
Say to him, Oh I am a poor undone creature, and wilt thou send me away without mercy? will the God of Grace send me away without Grace? hast thou not called me, Oh God? thy Servants, tell me so, Oh Lord speak and give me ears to hear;
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If you would be acquainted with God, look after it speedily, defer not a moment, your enemy is marching on apace, you may be surprized, your soul is hasting upon it's Eternal state, your glass is almost run, there are but a few sands behind;
If you would be acquainted with God, look After it speedily, defer not a moment, your enemy is marching on apace, you may be surprised, your soul is hasting upon it's Eternal state, your glass is almost run, there Are but a few sands behind;
I shall translate his words into English: How long, saith he, will you defer the looking after the best things? How long will you abuse your reason? Have you not heard such Precepts which you ought to agree to,
I shall translate his words into English: How long, Says he, will you defer the looking After the best things? How long will you abuse your reason? Have you not herd such Precepts which you ought to agree to,
and you seemed very well to like of? What kind of Teacher is it that you stay for? For whose coming do you defer before you will mend and turn? You are come now to years of discretion (if I should say you were not, you would be angry) if you will neglect and delay,
and you seemed very well to like of? What kind of Teacher is it that you stay for? For whose coming do you defer before you will mend and turn? You Are come now to Years of discretion (if I should say you were not, you would be angry) if you will neglect and Delay,
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Remember the goal is not far off, and that now you must not falter, and that as you demean your self now, it may be you may be happy or miserable while you have a Being.
remember the goal is not Far off, and that now you must not falter, and that as you demean your self now, it may be you may be happy or miserable while you have a Being.
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I add, what is it, O sinner, that thou stayest for? Is it for the day of Judgment? would you be taught by flames, the worth of time? You may then indeed learn;
I add, what is it, Oh sinner, that thou stayest for? Is it for the day of Judgement? would you be taught by flames, the worth of time? You may then indeed Learn;
Go to therefore, you that talk of trading for the great things of Eternity, I do not know when, thirty or forty years hence, Do you not know that your life is but a blast? When your breath goes out of your Nostrils, you are not sure that you shall draw it in again.
Go to Therefore, you that talk of trading for the great things of Eternity, I do not know when, thirty or forty Years hence, Do you not know that your life is but a blast? When your breath Goes out of your Nostrils, you Are not sure that you shall draw it in again.
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and Sack, and good company all night, and then I will send a Messenger if I can get one to ride a Hundred Mile to try whether he can get a Pardon for me.
and Sack, and good company all night, and then I will send a Messenger if I can get one to ride a Hundred Mile to try whither he can get a Pardon for me.
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Now you think time one of the poorest commodities in the world, it's a very drugg which lies upon your hand, a day or two, a week, a year is no great matter with you:
Now you think time one of the Poorest commodities in the world, it's a very drug which lies upon your hand, a day or two, a Week, a year is no great matter with you:
This will be the work of the merciless Tygers of the world, that spend their time (in which they should be providing for Eternity) in hunting Gods people, and taking their pleasures;
This will be the work of the merciless Tigers of the world, that spend their time (in which they should be providing for Eternity) in hunting God's people, and taking their pleasures;
how do they wish for time again, or that they had spent that which they had better? Wicked men never knew the worth of time, till they come to a Death-bed, or a while after.
how do they wish for time again, or that they had spent that which they had better? Wicked men never knew the worth of time, till they come to a Deathbed, or a while After.
O then, they that made nothing of spending thirty or fourty years, would lay down all they are worth for one year, one month, one day, one hour, but it's then too late.
O then, they that made nothing of spending thirty or fourty Years, would lay down all they Are worth for one year, one Monn, one day, one hour, but it's then too late.
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Others have a name to live, and yet are little better than the former. Most that live spiritually, begin their life after they have been many years dead:
Others have a name to live, and yet Are little better than the former. Most that live spiritually, begin their life After they have been many Years dead:
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yet, how do we at the same time justifie them, by being as profusely expensive of precious time as they? O where's the man almost to be found, that doth improve time to as good advantage as he should? Among other Symptomes of a fool, this is none of the least, To be always beginning to live.
yet, how do we At the same time justify them, by being as profusely expensive of precious time as they? O where's the man almost to be found, that does improve time to as good advantage as he should? Among other Symptoms of a fool, this is none of the least, To be always beginning to live.
Quest. 6. Do you think you can make too much hast? Who is afraid of being Rich too soon? Although a man may with reason good enough be afraid of that which may make his happiness far more uncertain, and his miseries more intollerable.
Quest. 6. Do you think you can make too much haste? Who is afraid of being Rich too soon? Although a man may with reason good enough be afraid of that which may make his happiness Far more uncertain, and his misery's more intolerable.
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and dead the next, my self being an eye-witness of it. It's possible there may be but one small moment between a strong working healthful man, and a breathless Corps.
and dead the next, my self being an eyewitness of it. It's possible there may be but one small moment between a strong working healthful man, and a breathless Corpse.
Quest. 10. Do you think to get acquainted with God in another world, when you do not mind him here? Will God think you own them hereafter, that disown him here? Will he know them in Heaven, who would not know him upon the Earth?
Quest. 10. Do you think to get acquainted with God in Another world, when you do not mind him Here? Will God think you own them hereafter, that disown him Here? Will he know them in Heaven, who would not know him upon the Earth?
In general, take heed of all sin, Wash you, make you clean, put away the evil of your doings from mine eyes, cease to do evil, learn to do good, seek judgement, relieve the oppressed, judge the Fatherless,
In general, take heed of all since, Wash you, make you clean, put away the evil of your doings from mine eyes, cease to do evil, Learn to do good, seek judgement, relieve the oppressed, judge the Fatherless,
And that God may dwell with him, and make his house, as well as his heart, a Temple for himself, he will not suffer a wicked person to live in it, he will have none in his Family,
And that God may dwell with him, and make his house, as well as his heart, a Temple for himself, he will not suffer a wicked person to live in it, he will have none in his Family,
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That was the sin which made the first breach between the Creature and the Creator, the sin that sunk the Angels, that made God and them, who were very good Friends once, to be bitter enemies;
That was the since which made the First breach between the Creature and the Creator, the since that sunk the Angels, that made God and them, who were very good Friends once, to be bitter enemies;
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and do you think that that sin is less hateful to God, and less dangerous to man than it was five thousand years ago? Did it then spend all it's poyson? And can it now do no harm? Do you believe that God will take that into his bosome now that formerly he abhorred to look upon? Now sin hath increased it's strength and deformity,
and do you think that that since is less hateful to God, and less dangerous to man than it was five thousand Years ago? Did it then spend all it's poison? And can it now do no harm? Do you believe that God will take that into his bosom now that formerly he abhorred to look upon? Now since hath increased it's strength and deformity,
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and heightened it's enmity against the infinite Majesty of the holy Jehovah, shall his hatred against it decrease? will he be more willing to accompany proud aspiring Rebells now than then? no such matter:
and heightened it's enmity against the infinite Majesty of the holy Jehovah, shall his hatred against it decrease? will he be more willing to accompany proud aspiring Rebels now than then? no such matter:
Do you think that it is for nothing that the word of God speaks so much against this sin? Can it be that the Holy-ghost would say, Prov. 11. That every one that is proud, is an abomination to the Lord, except God did indeed hate them? Why should God threaten such so much,
Do you think that it is for nothing that the word of God speaks so much against this since? Can it be that the Holy ghost would say, Curae 11. That every one that is proud, is an abomination to the Lord, except God did indeed hate them? Why should God threaten such so much,
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And let me say, he that sets himself above God (for that's the Pride I mean) whilest he stands in that state, must never expect that God should look upon him with any kindness.
And let me say, he that sets himself above God (for that's the Pride I mean) whilst he Stands in that state, must never expect that God should look upon him with any kindness.
The proud now overlook others that are their betters, and scorn their Maker; but shortly they shall be paid in their own coyn, they shall be scorned too.
The proud now overlook Others that Are their betters, and scorn their Maker; but shortly they shall be paid in their own coin, they shall be scorned too.
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If thou turn not, he will whet his Sword, he hath bent his Bow, and made it ready, he hath prepared for thee the Instruments of death, the day of thy Calamity is near:
If thou turn not, he will whet his Sword, he hath bent his Bow, and made it ready, he hath prepared for thee the Instruments of death, the day of thy Calamity is near:
Wherefore as you value your Soul, as you tender your everlasting Salvation, and desire to be owned by the Lord in the day of your distress, take heed of pride.
Wherefore as you valve your Soul, as you tender your everlasting Salvation, and desire to be owned by the Lord in the day of your distress, take heed of pride.
What concord is there between Earth and Heaven? What agreement between God and the World? What delight can his Holiness take in him, who had rather be wallowing in the Mud,
What concord is there between Earth and Heaven? What agreement between God and the World? What delight can his Holiness take in him, who had rather be wallowing in the Mud,
How pregnant is the Scripture of proofs for the evidencing of this truth? to name one or two of a hundred, Rom. 8.7. To be carnally minded is enmity against God:
How pregnant is the Scripture of proofs for the evidencing of this truth? to name one or two of a hundred, Rom. 8.7. To be carnally minded is enmity against God:
Whence is it that so few great ones go to Heaven, and that it is next to impossible for such to be saved? Is it not because they have chosen Mammon for their Friend, rather than God? He hath their heart, their Love, their Time, their Service,
Whence is it that so few great ones go to Heaven, and that it is next to impossible for such to be saved? Is it not Because they have chosen Mammon for their Friend, rather than God? He hath their heart, their Love, their Time, their Service,
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Why doth James speak so terribly to the rich men, & bid them go, and weep and howl? was it not because their riches were like to undoe them? Did the wealthy man in the Parable live ever the longer for his riches,
Why does James speak so terribly to the rich men, & bid them go, and weep and howl? was it not Because their riches were like to undo them? Did the wealthy man in the Parable live ever the longer for his riches,
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It was a wise man, who said, that it's absolutely impossible to mind externals and internals, this world and another, with earnestness at the same time:
It was a wise man, who said, that it's absolutely impossible to mind externals and internals, this world and Another, with earnestness At the same time:
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This is clear in the case of Lot, who first lost his goods, and was made a Captive by being in Sodom; and though they were restored to him again for a while, (one would have thought that should have been a fair warning how he came again into such company) yet because that would not do, a while after you may read how dear Lot paid for dwelling in Sodom. Poor man!
This is clear in the case of Lot, who First lost his goods, and was made a Captive by being in Sodom; and though they were restored to him again for a while, (one would have Thought that should have been a fair warning how he Come again into such company) yet Because that would not do, a while After you may read how dear Lot paid for Dwelling in Sodom. Poor man!
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For, what Fellowship hath Righteousness with unrighteousness? And what communion hath light with darkness? And what concord hath Christ with Belial? Or what part hath he that believeth with an Infidel? And what agreement hath the Temple of God with Idols? For ye are the Temple of the living God,
For, what Fellowship hath Righteousness with unrighteousness? And what communion hath Light with darkness? And what concord hath christ with Belial? Or what part hath he that Believeth with an Infidel? And what agreement hath the Temple of God with Idols? For you Are the Temple of the living God,
but it is an unnecessary delightful associating of our selves with them that I mean, especially such of them which will stifle every spiritual discourse,
but it is an unnecessary delightful associating of our selves with them that I mean, especially such of them which will stifle every spiritual discourse,
and such as have frequently expressed their detestation of the way of Holiness, and make but a mock at your serious Counsels, stop their ears so who some Advice,
and such as have frequently expressed their detestation of the Way of Holiness, and make but a mock At your serious Counsels, stop their ears so who Some advice,
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This is that bold daring sin which gives Truth it self the lye, and saith, That the Word of God is false, his Promises airy, his Threatnings but a Wind:
This is that bold daring since which gives Truth it self the lie, and Says, That the Word of God is false, his Promises airy, his Threatenings but a Wind:
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And here I shall make bold with that Reverend Author which R. A. doth mention in his Vindicia Pietatis, and present you again with that excellent Form with the preparatories to it, which I have lately met with in the forementioned Author.
And Here I shall make bold with that Reverend Author which R. A. does mention in his Vindicia Pietatis, and present you again with that excellent From with the Preparatories to it, which I have lately met with in the forementioned Author.
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And when you have composed your spirits into the most serious frame possible, suitable to a transaction of so high a nature, Lay hold upon the Covenant,
And when you have composed your spirits into the most serious frame possible, suitable to a transaction of so high a nature, Lay hold upon the Covenant,
fall down on your knees, and spreading forth your hands towards Heaven, open your hearts to the Lord in these or the like words. O most dreadful God;
fallen down on your knees, and spreading forth your hands towards Heaven, open your hearts to the Lord in these or the like words. O most dreadful God;
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and that I do unfeignedly desire grace from thee, that when thou shalt call me hereunto, I may practice this my Resolution, through thy Assistance, to forsake all that is dear unto me in this World, rather than to turn from thee to the ways of sin;
and that I do unfeignedly desire grace from thee, that when thou shalt call me hereunto, I may practice this my Resolution, through thy Assistance, to forsake all that is dear unto me in this World, rather than to turn from thee to the ways of since;
And because mine own Righteousness is but menstruous Rags, I renounce all Confidence therein, and acknowledge that I am of my self a hopeless, helpless undone Creature, without righteousness or strength.
And Because mine own Righteousness is but menstruous Rags, I renounce all Confidence therein, and acknowledge that I am of my self a hopeless, helpless undone Creature, without righteousness or strength.
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and with all possible Veneration, bowing the Neck of my Soul under the Feet of thy most Sacred Majesty, I do here take thee the Lord Jehovah, Father, Son,
and with all possible Veneration, bowing the Neck of my Soul under the Feet of thy most Sacred Majesty, I do Here take thee the Lord Jehovah, Father, Son,
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And since thou hast appointed the Lord Jesus Christ, the only means of coming unto thee, I do here upon the bended Knees of my Soul, accept of him as the only new and living way, by which sinners may have access to thee;
And since thou hast appointed the Lord jesus christ, the only means of coming unto thee, I do Here upon the bent Knees of my Soul, accept of him as the only new and living Way, by which Sinners may have access to thee;
and blind, and naked, a most loathsome polluted wretch, a guilty condemned Malefactor unworthy for ever to wash the feet of the Servants of my Lord, much more to be solemnly Married to the King of Glory;
and blind, and naked, a most loathsome polluted wretch, a guilty condemned Malefactor unworthy for ever to wash the feet of the Servants of my Lord, much more to be solemnly Married to the King of Glory;
Only because through the frailty of my flesh, I am subject to many failings, I am bold humbly to protest, that unhallowed miscarriages contrary to the setled bent and resolution of my heart, shall not make void this Covenant; for so thou hast said.
Only Because through the frailty of my Flesh, I am Subject to many failings, I am bold humbly to protest, that unhallowed miscarriages contrary to the settled bent and resolution of my heart, shall not make void this Covenant; for so thou hast said.
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And now glory be to thee, O God the Father, whom I shall be bold from this day forward, to look upon thee as my God and Father, That ever thou shouldest find out such a way for the recovery of undone sinners.
And now glory be to thee, Oh God the Father, whom I shall be bold from this day forward, to look upon thee as my God and Father, That ever thou Shouldst find out such a Way for the recovery of undone Sinners.
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and I through thine infinite Grace, am become thy Covenant-Servant. Amen. So be it. And the Covenant which I have made on Earth, let it be ratified in Heaven.
and I through thine infinite Grace, am become thy Covenant servant. Amen. So be it. And the Covenant which I have made on Earth, let it be ratified in Heaven.
As for my part, I have with all the seriousness that I could for my soul, spoke to you, about the great and weighty affairs of your Souls and Eternity.
As for my part, I have with all the seriousness that I could for my soul, spoke to you, about the great and weighty affairs of your Souls and Eternity.
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I have again and again propounded this match to you, and told you as much as I could well do in so short a time, I have stayed a great while for an answer, I have put the business forward all that possibly I could;
I have again and again propounded this match to you, and told you as much as I could well do in so short a time, I have stayed a great while for an answer, I have put the business forward all that possibly I could;
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but be asking with some seriousness, that great question? How shall I do to get acquainted with God? How shall I do to get a Friend for my Soul? What shall I do to be saved? I have laid down some Directions for those that are unfeignedly desirous to be reconciled to God, I have told them that they must labour to be thorowly acquainted with that strangeness,
but be asking with Some seriousness, that great question? How shall I do to get acquainted with God? How shall I do to get a Friend for my Soul? What shall I do to be saved? I have laid down Some Directions for those that Are unfeignedly desirous to be reconciled to God, I have told them that they must labour to be thoroughly acquainted with that strangeness,
and if men would make sure work, I desired them as they loved their Souls that they would follow this great Business with the greatest earnestness and seriousness in the world;
and if men would make sure work, I desired them as they loved their Souls that they would follow this great Business with the greatest earnestness and seriousness in the world;
And have I been beating the Air all this while? What will you do after all this? What shall become of all these Sermons? Dare any of you all still be contented to be Unacquainted with God? Can you be very well satisfied,
And have I been beating the Air all this while? What will you do After all this? What shall become of all these Sermons? Dare any of you all still be contented to be Unacquainted with God? Can you be very well satisfied,
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You look very merrily as bad a condition as you are in, but did you but know how neer you are to everlasting Burnings, I believe it would put a damp upon your Spirits, and spoil your Mirth.
You look very merrily as bad a condition as you Are in, but did you but know how near you Are to everlasting Burnings, I believe it would put a damp upon your Spirits, and spoil your Mirth.
O how shall I leave that poor sinner, that stands as a person altogether unconcerned! Whereas death stands ready for his Commission, to fetch him away before God;
O how shall I leave that poor sinner, that Stands as a person altogether unconcerned! Whereas death Stands ready for his Commission, to fetch him away before God;
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and where are you then? O where are you then, if you come before God as a Stranger? O what shall I do for thee? What shall I say to thee, to prevail with thee!
and where Are you then? O where Are you then, if you come before God as a Stranger? O what shall I do for thee? What shall I say to thee, to prevail with thee!
and never mind a more Spiritual intimate converse with God? As the Lord liveth, thou speakest that word against the life of thy Soul. But if thou wilt go on,
and never mind a more Spiritual intimate converse with God? As the Lord lives, thou Speakest that word against the life of thy Soul. But if thou wilt go on,
Well once more, I ask thee in the Name of God, wilt thou have God for thy Friend or no? That is, wilt thou love him above all the World? Wilt thou accept him for thy Lord and Husband? Wilt thou be ruled absolutely by him? Wilt thou lay down thy weapons,
Well once more, I ask thee in the Name of God, wilt thou have God for thy Friend or no? That is, wilt thou love him above all the World? Wilt thou accept him for thy Lord and Husband? Wilt thou be ruled absolutely by him? Wilt thou lay down thy weapons,
O come out of Sodom, linger not for the Lords sake, lest the dint of that storm fall upon you. Fire! fire! fire! Awake! awake! awake! The fire is kindled. What meanest thou, O sinner!
O come out of Sodom, linger not for the lords sake, lest the dint of that storm fallen upon you. Fire! fire! fire! Awake! awake! awake! The fire is kindled. What Meanest thou, Oh sinner!
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wilt thou answer all these Gracious Offers with a flat denial? Or that which is little better, wilt thou put off all Gods Messengers with some sorry excuses? Awake, O my Soul, and look about thee!
wilt thou answer all these Gracious Offers with a flat denial? Or that which is little better, wilt thou put off all God's Messengers with Some sorry excuses? Awake, Oh my Soul, and look about thee!
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How can'st thou refuse when Mercy calls? How canst thou deny when Kindness it self asks, intreats, beseecheth thee? Awake for shame, up and put on thy Wedding Garments!
How Canst thou refuse when Mercy calls? How Canst thou deny when Kindness it self asks, intreats, Beseecheth thee? Awake for shame, up and put on thy Wedding Garments!
when thy Lord and Husband shall bring thee home in the greatest State, and in infinite Glory to his own House, where thou shalt sit like a Queen for ever and ever. Behold his Harbingers are coming!
when thy Lord and Husband shall bring thee home in the greatest State, and in infinite Glory to his own House, where thou shalt fit like a Queen for ever and ever. Behold his Harbingers Are coming!
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I am travelling for Zion, my face is towards Jerusalem; who will ascend the Holy Hill with me? Who will bear me company to my Husband's House? Let us go up to the Lords House;
I am traveling for Zion, my face is towards Jerusalem; who will ascend the Holy Hill with me? Who will bear me company to my Husband's House? Let us go up to the lords House;
Let Barzillai and Chimham, old and young too, go along with the King of Jerusalem. Come from the Highways and Hedges, come with your Wedding Garments, come quickly and he will make you welcome.
Let Barzillai and Chimham, old and young too, go along with the King of Jerusalem. Come from the Highways and Hedges, come with your Wedding Garments, come quickly and he will make you welcome.
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Who is that which I see coming in the Field? Who is this that comes from the Wilderness? That comes to meet us? Hark! methinks I hear the Trumpet sounding: Hark! what's the matter! How do the Mountains eccho!
Who is that which I see coming in the Field? Who is this that comes from the Wilderness? That comes to meet us? Hark! methinks I hear the Trumpet sounding: Hark! what's the matter! How do the Mountains echo!
Whence do they come, and whither do they go? It is my Master's Son (dear Soul) thy Lord and Husband with his Royal Attendants. Behold he comes! He comes apace!
Whence do they come, and whither do they go? It is my Masters Son (dear Soul) thy Lord and Husband with his Royal Attendants. Behold he comes! He comes apace!
