The branch of the Lord, the beauty of Sion: or, The glory of the Church, in it's relation unto Christ· Opened in two sermons; one preached at Berwick, the other at Edinburgh. By John Owen, minister of the Gospel.
FRom the 3d verse of this Chapter to the 8th, you have Promises and Predictions of calling in Gentiles and Strangers to the Church of God, notwithstanding any Objections,
FRom the 3d verse of this Chapter to the 8th, you have Promises and Predictions of calling in Gentiles and Strangers to the Church of God, notwithstanding any Objections,
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or hinderances laid in their way, By Ceremoniall and Typicall constitutions, they being all to be removed in the Crosse of Christ, Ephes. 2. 13, 14, 15, 16: Colos. 2. 14. making way for the accomplishment of that signall Promise which is given in the 2: Chapt:
or hindrances laid in their Way, By Ceremonial and Typical constitutions, they being all to be removed in the Cross of christ, Ephesians 2. 13, 14, 15, 16: Colos 2. 14. making Way for the accomplishment of that signal Promise which is given in the 2: Chapter:
of this Prophesie 2, 3. And it shall come to passe in the last dayes, that the Mountain of the house of the Lord shall be established in the top of the mountaines,
of this Prophesy 2, 3. And it shall come to pass in the last days, that the Mountain of the house of the Lord shall be established in the top of the Mountains,
and shall be exalted above the hills, and ALL NATIONS shall flow unto it: And MANY PEOPLE shall go, and say, Come ye, let us go up &c. The words of the 7th verse, are a RecapiTulation of the whole, holding out summarily the calling of the Gentiles to the Holy Mount, or spirituall Church of Christ: Where also you have a description of the services performed by them upon their coming:
and shall be exalted above the hills, and ALL NATIONS shall flow unto it: And MANY PEOPLE shall go, and say, Come you, let us go up etc. The words of the 7th verse, Are a RecapiTulation of the Whole, holding out summarily the calling of the Gentiles to the Holy Mount, or spiritual Church of christ: Where also you have a description of the services performed by them upon their coming:
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The Spirituall services of the Saints of the Gentiles, are in each place set forth by those Ceremoniall Ordinances, of Incense, Altar and Sacrifice, as were then most acceptable from the Lords own appointment.
The Spiritual services of the Saints of the Gentiles, Are in each place Set forth by those Ceremonial Ordinances, of Incense, Altar and Sacrifice, as were then most acceptable from the lords own appointment.
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That which before he termed sacrifice and burntofferings, here he calleth Prayer: and those who before were, the sons of the stranger, are here, all People: some, many of all sorts, the whole world, all men, without distinction, the Partition. Wall being broken down.
That which before he termed sacrifice and Burnt offerings, Here he calls Prayer: and those who before were, the Sons of the stranger, Are Here, all People: Some, many of all sorts, the Whole world, all men, without distinction, the Partition. Wall being broken down.
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My House shall be called, &c. The Thing here spoken of is Gods House, described 1. By its Appropriation unto him, it is his peculiar, My House. 2. By its extent of receipt in respect of others, it is for all People. 3. By the employment of its Inhabitants, that is Prayer, it shall be called an House of Prayer.
My House shall be called, etc. The Thing Here spoken of is God's House, described 1. By its Appropriation unto him, it is his peculiar, My House. 2. By its extent of receipt in respect of Others, it is for all People. 3. By the employment of its Inhabitants, that is Prayer, it shall be called an House of Prayer.
1. Properly, as it was in the Type for the Materiall Temple at Hierusalem: whereunto these words are applyed by our Saviour, Math. 21. but that is no farther concerned herein,
1. Properly, as it was in the Type for the Material Temple At Jerusalem: whereunto these words Are applied by our Saviour, Math. 21. but that is no farther concerned herein,
so then observe: 1. Christs Church of Saints, of believers, is God's House. 2. The Church of Christ under the Gospel, is to be gathered out of all Nations. 3. There are established Ordinances,
so then observe: 1. Christ Church of Saints, of believers, is God's House. 2. The Church of christ under the Gospel, is to be gathered out of all nations. 3. There Are established Ordinances,
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And secondarily also, every holy Assembly of mount Sion, whereunto, the Lord Christ is made beauty and glory: every particular Church of his Saints, inasmuch as they partake the nature of the whole, being redeemed by his blood, Acts 20. 28. That this Church belongs unto God, I shall onely leave evidenced under the claim whereby he here appropriates it to himself, he calls it His, My House:
And secondarily also, every holy Assembly of mount Sion, whereunto, the Lord christ is made beauty and glory: every particular Church of his Saints, inasmuch as they partake the nature of the Whole, being redeemed by his blood, Acts 20. 28. That this Church belongs unto God, I shall only leave evidenced under the claim whereby he Here appropriates it to himself, he calls it His, My House:
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That it is his House, I shall further demonstrate: Three things are required to making of a House: 1. A Foundation. 2. Materialls for a superstruction. 3. An orderly framing of both into an usefull building.
That it is his House, I shall further demonstrate: Three things Are required to making of a House: 1. A Foundation. 2. Materials for a superstruction. 3. an orderly framing of both into an useful building.
I have laid the Foundation, faith Paul, 1. Cor. 3. 10. and, other Foundation can no man lay, save that which is laid, which is Jesus Christ, V. II. That Which Paul laid ministerially, God himself laid primarily and efficiently: Thus saith the Lord God,
I have laid the Foundation, faith Paul, 1. Cor. 3. 10. and, other Foundation can no man lay, save that which is laid, which is jesus christ, V. II That Which Paul laid ministerially, God himself laid primarily and efficiently: Thus Says the Lord God,
Behold I lay in Sion for a Foundation a stone, a tried stone, a precious Corner stone, a sure Foundation, Isa. 28. 16. Now this Foundation is no other but the Rock upon which the Church is built, Math. 16. 18. which makes it impregnable to the Gates of hell, communicating strength,
Behold I lay in Sion for a Foundation a stone, a tried stone, a precious Corner stone, a sure Foundation, Isaiah 28. 16. Now this Foundation is no other but the Rock upon which the Church is built, Math. 16. 18. which makes it impregnable to the Gates of hell, communicating strength,
2. A Foundation onely will not make a House, there must also be Materials for a superstrustion: Those you have, 1. Pet. 2. 5. you are (saith he) lively stones: All Gods Elect, are stones, in due time to be hewed, and fitted for this building. For
2. A Foundation only will not make a House, there must also be Materials for a superstrustion: Those you have, 1. Pet. 2. 5. you Are (Says he) lively stones: All God's Elect, Are stones, in due time to be hewed, and fitted for this building. For
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Ye are built upon the Foundation of the Prophets, and the Apostles, Jesus Christ himself being the chief corner stone, in whom the whole building fitly framed together, groweth into an holy Temple in the Lord:
You Are built upon the Foundation of the prophets, and the Apostles, jesus christ himself being the chief corner stone, in whom the Whole building fitly framed together, grows into an holy Temple in the Lord:
in whom also ye are builded together, for an habitation to God by the spirit, Ephes. 2. 20, 21, 22. There is much spirituall and heavenly Architecture in these 3. verses.
in whom also you Are built together, for an habitation to God by the Spirit, Ephesians 2. 20, 21, 22. There is much spiritual and heavenly Architecture in these 3. Verses.
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To make this the more evident, I shall do these two things: 1. Shew you what are the chief Properties of this House. 2. Declare what is the Relation, wherein Jesus Christ stands to this House, having called it all along the Church of Christ.
To make this the more evident, I shall do these two things: 1. Show you what Are the chief Properties of this House. 2. Declare what is the Relation, wherein jesus christ Stands to this House, having called it all along the Church of christ.
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Unto whom coming as unto a living stone, yee also as lively stones are built up a spirituall House, 1 Pet: 2: 4: 5. Christ the foundation is a living Stone, and they that are built upon him, are living stones.
Unto whom coming as unto a living stone, ye also as lively stones Are built up a spiritual House, 1 Pet: 2: 4: 5. christ the Foundation is a living Stone, and they that Are built upon him, Are living stones.
The waves may make a noise and dash themselves against him, but it will be to their own ruine ▪ But you will say, may not weak and inconsistent materials be built upon a Rock, which yet may have never the more strength for their firme foundation? Ans 1:
The waves may make a noise and dash themselves against him, but it will be to their own ruin ▪ But you will say, may not weak and inconsistent materials be built upon a Rock, which yet may have never the more strength for their firm Foundation? Ans 1:
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Hence Christ speaking of it, says, How faire art thou O love for delights, Canticles, 7: 6. and thou art all fair my love, there is no spot in thee, Chap. 4 7. and how I pray comes that about,
Hence christ speaking of it, Says, How fair art thou Oh love for delights, Canticles, 7: 6. and thou art all fair my love, there is no spot in thee, Chap. 4 7. and how I pray comes that about,
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and the Robe of Righteousnesse, Isa. 61. 10. And then it hath, the Glory, and beauty of sanctification, whence the Kings daughter is all Glorious within, Psal. 45. 13. The comlinesse and beauty that is in a sanctified soul, is above all the Glory of the world.
and the Robe of Righteousness, Isaiah 61. 10. And then it hath, the Glory, and beauty of sanctification, whence the Kings daughter is all Glorious within, Psalm 45. 13. The comeliness and beauty that is in a sanctified soul, is above all the Glory of the world.
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I will make thy windowes of Agats and Carbuncles, and all thy borders of pleasant stones, Isa. 54, 11, 12. So also where it is called the new Hierusalem, (a city from its laws and policie) this city is said to be of pure Gold, (not drosse and mire) the building of the wall of Iasper,
I will make thy windows of Agates and Carbuncles, and all thy borders of pleasant stones, Isaiah 54, 11, 12. So also where it is called the new Jerusalem, (a City from its laws and policy) this City is said to be of pure Gold, (not dross and mire) the building of the wall of Iasper,
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and the foundation of the wall garnished with all manner of precious stones, Revel. 21. 18. 19. This is that which the Psalmist calls the beauties of Holinesse, Psal. 110. 3. The Glory of the Ordinances of the Gospell in their vigour and puritie:
and the Foundation of the wall garnished with all manner of precious stones, Revel. 21. 18. 19. This is that which the Psalmist calls the beauty's of Holiness, Psalm 110. 3. The Glory of the Ordinances of the Gospel in their vigour and purity:
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then al his Garments, smel of Mirrh, Aloes and Cassia, out of the Ivory Pallaces whereby they have made him Glad, Kings daughters are among his honorable women, upon his right hand doth stand the Queen in Gold of Ophir, Psal. 45. 8, 9. His goings are seene, the goings of our God and King in the sanctuary, Psal. 68. 24, 25. &c. The Apostle exalteth the Glory of Gospel-Administrations exceeding above the old Tabernacle and Temple worship, which yet was excreeding pompous and glorious.
then all his Garments, Smell of Mirrh, Aloes and Cassia, out of the Ivory Palaces whereby they have made him Glad, Kings daughters Are among his honourable women, upon his right hand does stand the Queen in Gold of Ophir, Psalm 45. 8, 9. His goings Are seen, the goings of our God and King in the sanctuary, Psalm 68. 24, 25. etc. The Apostle Exalteth the Glory of Gospel administrations exceeding above the old Tabernacle and Temple worship, which yet was excreeding pompous and glorious.
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for if that which is done away was glorious, much more that which remaineth is glorious, 2 Cor. 3. 7, 8, 9, 10, 11. Let men think as meanly as they please of the spirituall service of God amongst his people:
for if that which is done away was glorious, much more that which remains is glorious, 2 Cor. 3. 7, 8, 9, 10, 11. Let men think as meanly as they please of the spiritual service of God among his people:
Kings of Armyes did flee apace, and shee that caried at home, devided the spoyle, Psal: 68. 12. she that ta•ies at home, the mother of the family, the Church of God, shee hath all the spoyles.
Kings of Armies did flee apace, and she that carried At home, divided the spoil, Psalm: 68. 12. she that ta•ies At home, the mother of the family, the Church of God, she hath all the spoils.
The Lord hath affirmed, that not onely every one that opposeth, but all that do not serve this house, shall be utterly destroyed, Isa. 60: 12. There you have the spoyle of Pharaoh, and all his Host, gathered on the shore of the red sea,
The Lord hath affirmed, that not only every one that Opposeth, but all that do not serve this house, shall be utterly destroyed, Isaiah 60: 12. There you have the spoil of Pharaoh, and all his Host, gathered on the shore of the read sea,
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and dedicated in this House, Exod: 15. There you have the Robes of Nebuehadnezzar here referred when himself was turned into a Beast, Dan 34. There you have the imperiall Ornaments of Dioclesiar, and his companion casting aside their dominion for very madnes that they could not prevail against this house:
and dedicated in this House, Exod: 15. There you have the Robes of Nebuehadnezzar Here referred when himself was turned into a Beast, Dan 34. There you have the imperial Ornament of Dioclesiar, and his Companion casting aside their dominion for very madness that they could not prevail against this house:
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He is the stone which the builders rejected, but made of the Lord the head of the Corner, Psal. 118. 22. He is the lowest in the bottom to beare up the weight of the building,
He is the stone which the Builders rejected, but made of the Lord the head of the Corner, Psalm 118. 22. He is the lowest in the bottom to bear up the weight of the building,
other foundation can no man lay but that which is laid, which is Jesus Christ, 1 Cor. 3. 10. He is the Rock, on which he builds his Church, Mat. 16. 18.
other Foundation can no man lay but that which is laid, which is jesus christ, 1 Cor. 3. 10. He is the Rock, on which he builds his Church, Mathew 16. 18.
1. He is the first, in respect of God's eternall purpose: The Lord purposed that he should have the preheminence in this as well as in all other things, Col. 1. 15. He is in that Respect the first born among many Brethren Rom. 8. 29. the Residue of this House, being predestinated to be made conformable unto him:
1. He is the First, in respect of God's Eternal purpose: The Lord purposed that he should have the pre-eminence in this as well as in all other things, Col. 1. 15. He is in that Respect the First born among many Brothers Rom. 8. 29. the Residue of this House, being predestinated to be made conformable unto him:
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He is before all things, by him all things, (that is all spirituall things, all the things of this House) consist, He is the Head of the Body the Church:
He is before all things, by him all things, (that is all spiritual things, all the things of this House) consist, He is the Head of the Body the Church:
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2. In Respect of outward manifestation: God first manifests and declares him, before he layd one stone in this building, Gen. 3. 15. The seed (saith he) of the woman shall break the serpents Head:
2. In Respect of outward manifestation: God First manifests and declares him, before he laid one stone in this building, Gen. 3. 15. The seed (Says he) of the woman shall break the Serpents Head:
try them never so often, they must at last be rejected, and laid aside. 4. In respect of every particular Assembly, and little Sanctuary of Mount Sion:
try them never so often, they must At last be rejected, and laid aside. 4. In respect of every particular Assembly, and little Sanctuary of Mount Sion:
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If he be not first laid in the midst of such Assemblies, they will prove to be pi•acles of Babel, not Towres of Sion: This therefore was the way of the Saints of old,
If he be not First laid in the midst of such Assemblies, they will prove to be pi•acles of Babel, not Towers of Sion: This Therefore was the Way of the Saints of old,
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first to give up themselves to the Lord Christ, and then to one another, by the will of God, 2. Cor. 8. 5. In these Respects Christ the Foundation, is first laid in this spirituall building:
First to give up themselves to the Lord christ, and then to one Another, by the will of God, 2. Cor. 8. 5. In these Respects christ the Foundation, is First laid in this spiritual building:
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An unwise man coming to a great House, seeing the Anticks and Pictures stand crouching under the Windows and sides of the House, may happily think, that they bear up the weight of the House,
an unwise man coming to a great House, seeing the Antics and Pictures stand crouching under the Windows and sides of the House, may happily think, that they bear up the weight of the House,
By their bowing and outward Appearance, the Man thinks the Burden is on them, and supposes, that it would be an easie thing, at any time, by taking them away, to demolish the House it self;
By their bowing and outward Appearance, the Man thinks the Burden is on them, and supposes, that it would be an easy thing, At any time, by taking them away, to demolish the House it self;
But, when hee sets himself to work, hee findes these things of no value, there is a Foundation in the Bottome, which bears up the whole, that he thought not of:
But, when he sets himself to work, he finds these things of no valve, there is a Foundation in the Bottom, which bears up the Whole, that he Thought not of:
take a goodly stone, hew it, square it, make it every way fit for your Fabrick, so that it may seem to be the best of all your Materials; yet if you do not lay it upon the Foundation, answerable to that, which may give it a solid Basis, and bear up the weight and poyse thereof, it will be uselesse, combersome,
take a goodly stone, hew it, square it, make it every Way fit for your Fabric, so that it may seem to be the best of all your Materials; yet if you do not lay it upon the Foundation, answerable to that, which may give it a solid Basis, and bear up the weight and poise thereof, it will be useless, cumbersome,
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Let a man be hewed and squared by the Word and ordinances into outward conformity, never so exactly, that he seems one of the most beautifull Saints in the World,
Let a man be hewed and squared by the Word and ordinances into outward conformity, never so exactly, that he seems one of the most beautiful Saints in the World,
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The Ark in the Tabernacle, and afterwards in the Temple, was the most holy thing, in the most holy Place. There was nothing in it but the two Tables of stone written with the Finger of God:
The Ark in the Tabernacle, and afterwards in the Temple, was the most holy thing, in the most holy Place. There was nothing in it but the two Tables of stone written with the Finger of God:
as long and asbroad as the Ark, covering it, being shadowed with the Cherubims of Glory. Now all this glorious Fabrick, did signifie, that unlesse the Law with its condemning power were hid in the Ark, and covered with the Mercy seat, no person could stand before the Lord:
as long and asbroad as the Ark, covering it, being shadowed with the Cherubims of Glory. Now all this glorious Fabric, did signify, that unless the Law with its condemning power were hid in the Ark, and covered with the Mercy seat, no person could stand before the Lord:
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and partly with its Appurtenances and carnall Administration, to be the tenour of the Israelites holding the land of Canaan, and this being in the Ark, it was said to contain the Covenant,
and partly with its Appurtenances and carnal Administration, to be the tenor of the Israelites holding the land of Canaan, and this being in the Ark, it was said to contain the Covenant,
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11. 10. Jesus Christ made conspicuous to all, who lay much hid under the old Testament, Rom. 3. 25. God is said to set forth Christ to be NONLATINALPHABET, a Propitiation, or Mercy seat, for by that very term is the Mercy seat expressed, Heb. 9. 5. He is then the Ark, and the Mercy seat covering it.
11. 10. jesus christ made conspicuous to all, who lay much hid under the old Testament, Rom. 3. 25. God is said to Set forth christ to be, a Propitiation, or Mercy seat, for by that very term is the Mercy seat expressed, Hebrew 9. 5. He is then the Ark, and the Mercy seat covering it.
1. In behalf of this House and every stone thereof, he hides the Law with its condemning power, that nothing from thence shal be laid to their charge.
1. In behalf of this House and every stone thereof, he hides the Law with its condemning power, that nothing from thence shall be laid to their charge.
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If a man have a suit to be tryed in any Court, and a powerful Friend engage himself, that the only Evidence which is against him, shall not be produced, will it not give him encouragement to proceed? In that great and tremendous tryal, which is to be above, there is but one principal Evidence against us, which gives li•e to all others, which if it be removed, all the rest must fail. This is the Law:
If a man have a suit to be tried in any Court, and a powerful Friend engage himself, that the only Evidence which is against him, shall not be produced, will it not give him encouragement to proceed? In that great and tremendous trial, which is to be above, there is but one principal Evidence against us, which gives li•e to all Others, which if it be removed, all the rest must fail. This is the Law:
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will it not be a great encouragement to them to appear at the Throne of God? Christ hides the Law as being the End of it, Rom. 10. 4. that the Righteousnesse thereof might be fulfilled in us, Rom 8. 4. He hath so far answered all that the Law required, that none from thence can lay any thing to the charge of Gods Elect, Rom. 8. 33, 34. Let not poor sinners fear;
will it not be a great encouragement to them to appear At the Throne of God? christ hides the Law as being the End of it, Rom. 10. 4. that the Righteousness thereof might be fulfilled in us, Rom 8. 4. He hath so Far answered all that the Law required, that none from thence can lay any thing to the charge of God's Elect, Rom. 8. 33, 34. Let not poor Sinners Fear;
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An Altar for Sacrifice, and an Altar for Incense, Exod. chap. 29. and 30. The first was the great Brazen Altar, that stood without the Holy Place, whereon the burnt offerings,
an Altar for Sacrifice, and an Altar for Incense, Exod chap. 29. and 30. The First was the great Brazen Altar, that stood without the Holy Place, whereon the burned offerings,
The other lesse made of Shittim wood, all overlaid with pure Gold, and a Crown of beaten Gold upon it, on which they were to burn pure Incense unto the Lord alwayes:
The other less made of Shittim wood, all overlaid with pure Gold, and a Crown of beaten Gold upon it, on which they were to burn pure Incense unto the Lord always:
And they were both most holy, sanctifying the Gifts with legall sanctification, that were offered on them, Math. 23. 19. Now both these doth our Saviour supply in this House: 1. He is the g•eat great Altar of sacrifice, the Altar of offerings for Expiation and Attonement:
And they were both most holy, sanctifying the Gifts with Legal sanctification, that were offered on them, Math. 23. 19. Now both these does our Saviour supply in this House: 1. He is the g•eat great Altar of sacrifice, the Altar of offerings for Expiation and Atonement:
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We have an Altar whereof they have no Right to eat, who serve at the Tabernacle, Heb. 13 10.. That seven he who sanctified the People with his own Blood, and suffered without the gate, v. 11. The good will and soul of Christ offering up himself, through the eternall spirit, a pure Oblation and sacrifice, by one offering to perfect for ever them that are sanctified, is all onr Altar: 2. He is the Golden Altar of Incense. Incense is Prayer, Psal. 141. 2. Let my Prayer come before thee as Incense.
We have an Altar whereof they have no Right to eat, who serve At the Tabernacle, Hebrew 13 10.. That seven he who sanctified the People with his own Blood, and suffered without the gate, v. 11. The good will and soul of christ offering up himself, through the Eternal Spirit, a pure Oblation and sacrifice, by one offering to perfect for ever them that Are sanctified, is all onr Altar: 2. He is the Golden Altar of Incense. Incense is Prayer, Psalm 141. 2. Let my Prayer come before thee as Incense.
Jesus Christ is the Golden Altar, whereon that Incense is offered, Revel. 8 3, 4. even that Altar which is always before God, Rev. 9. 13. as by being the former, he makes our Persons accepted;
jesus christ is the Golden Altar, whereon that Incense is offered, Revel. 8 3, 4. even that Altar which is always before God, Rev. 9. 13. as by being the former, he makes our Persons accepted;
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by him as Priests, they have Approximation to the Holy Place: there they have a share and participation in all the sacrifices that are offered upon, or by him.
by him as Priests, they have Approximation to the Holy Place: there they have a share and participation in all the Sacrifices that Are offered upon, or by him.
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The making, fashioning, and use of the Candlestick, in the holy place of the Tabernacle, you have Exod. 25 31. &c. It was one of the most glorious Utensils of that frame:
The making, fashioning, and use of the Candlestick, in the holy place of the Tabernacle, you have Exod 25 31. etc. It was one of the most glorious Utensils of that frame:
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Upon this account also, the two witnesses are said to be two Candlesticks, Rev. 11. 4. And, the two anointed ones that stand before the God of the whole Earth, Zech. 4. 3. Whence that in the Revelation is taken, there is mention indeed of two Anointed ones, but of one Candlestick: the Holy Ghost plainly intimating, that though the Churches and Witnesses of Christ are also Candlesticks in a second sense,
Upon this account also, the two Witnesses Are said to be two Candlesticks, Rev. 11. 4. And, the two anointed ones that stand before the God of the Whole Earth, Zechariah 4. 3. Whence that in the Revelation is taken, there is mention indeed of two Anointed ones, but of one Candlestick: the Holy Ghost plainly intimating, that though the Churches and Witnesses of christ Are also Candlesticks in a second sense,
And this is that which is mentioned in Zech. 4. which hath the two Olive Trees, or the two Anointed Churches of Jews and Gentiles, standing by it, receiving light from it, to communicate to others:
And this is that which is mentioned in Zechariah 4. which hath the two Olive Trees, or the two Anointed Churches of jews and Gentiles, standing by it, receiving Light from it, to communicate to Others:
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they empty the Golden oyle out of themselves, which they receive from the Candlestick. For this Candlestick hath seven lamps, v. 2. which lamps that burn before the throne, are the seven spirits of God, Rev. 4. 5. seven spirits that is, the perfection and compleatnesse of the Spirit of God, in all his Graces and Operations.
they empty the Golden oil out of themselves, which they receive from the Candlestick. For this Candlestick hath seven lamps, v. 2. which lamps that burn before the throne, Are the seven spirits of God, Rev. 4. 5. seven spirits that is, the perfection and completeness of the Spirit of God, in all his Graces and Operations.
Now who hath these seven spirits? Even he who received not the spirit by measure, Joh. 3. 34. being the stone upon which are the seven Eyes, Zech. 3. 9. He alone then is this Candlestick, and all the light which this House hath, it is from him.
Now who hath these seven spirits? Even he who received not the Spirit by measure, John 3. 34. being the stone upon which Are the seven Eyes, Zechariah 3. 9. He alone then is this Candlestick, and all the Light which this House hath, it is from him.
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the onely begotten Son which is in the bosome of the Father, he hath declared him Joh 1. 10. No saving discovery of God, of his Nature, his Will, his Love, but what is by Christ.
the only begotten Son which is in the bosom of the Father, he hath declared him John 1. 10. No Saving discovery of God, of his Nature, his Will, his Love, but what is by christ.
The Moon and Starres give light, but it is only what they receive from the Sun. The Prophets and Apostles, held out light, but it was all received from him.
The Moon and Stars give Light, but it is only what they receive from the Sun. The prophets and Apostles, held out Light, but it was all received from him.
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They spake by the spirit of Christ that was in them I have received of the Lord that which I have delivered unto you, 1 Cor. 11. 23. The same Apostle curses every one that shall bring in any other light into this House, be they Angels or Men, Gal. 1. 8. 9 ▪ Christ alone fully knowes the minde of God,
They spoke by the Spirit of christ that was in them I have received of the Lord that which I have Delivered unto you, 1 Cor. 11. 23. The same Apostle curses every one that shall bring in any other Light into this House, be they Angels or Men, Gal. 1. 8. 9 ▪ christ alone Fully knows the mind of God,
And he had Ability enough to do it, for in him were hid all Treasure of wisdome and knowledge, Col. 2. 3. He alone is the Author of all light to this his holy Habitation.
And he had Ability enough to do it, for in him were hid all Treasure of Wisdom and knowledge, Col. 2. 3. He alone is the Author of all Light to this his holy Habitation.
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All Candles in the Sun. Shall men think to compasle themselves with sparks, and walk in the light of the fire which themselves have kindled, in the face of the Sun of Righteousnes? shall not such men ly down in sorrow? Beloved, take heed of such ignes fatui, foolish misguiding fires.
All Candles in the Sun. Shall men think to compasle themselves with sparks, and walk in the Light of the fire which themselves have kindled, in the face of the Sun of Righteousness? shall not such men lie down in sorrow? beloved, take heed of such ignes Fatui, foolish misguiding fires.
2. By way of Reall Communication, He is the true light which lightneth everyman, Joh. 1. 9. Every one that hath any spirituall light really communicated to him, hath it from Christ.
2. By Way of Real Communication, He is the true Light which lighteneth everyman, John 1. 9. Every one that hath any spiritual Light really communicated to him, hath it from christ.
It is part of his work to recover sight to the blind, Luke 4. 18. And therfore he adviseth the Church of Laodicea to come to him for eye salve, that she might see, Revel. 3. 18. At his coming, Sion shines forth, Isa 60. 1. because his light ariseth upon her, v. 2. The former Doctrinall Teaching of it self w•ll not suffice.
It is part of his work to recover sighed to the blind, Lycia 4. 18. And Therefore he adviseth the Church of Laodicea to come to him for eye salve, that she might see, Revel. 3. 18. At his coming, Sion shines forth, Isaiah 60. 1. Because his Light arises upon her, v. 2. The former Doctrinal Teaching of it self w•ll not suffice.
but, Menwalking like Trees. A spiritual Insight into the mind of God, is not to be obtained, without an Almighty Act of the Spirit of Christ, creating a new power of Life, and Light upon the Soul.
but, Menwalking like Trees. A spiritual Insight into the mind of God, is not to be obtained, without an Almighty Act of the Spirit of christ, creating a new power of Life, and Light upon the Soul.
Upon this Rock will I build my Church, Math. 16 18 Moses was faithfull in all &c. but Christ as a son over his OWN House, whose House are we, Heb. 3. 4, 5. And that you may see that he doth not owne it as His, without good Right and Title, know that in the great Oeconomie of Grace, Jesus Christ hath a threefold Right and Title to this House.
Upon this Rock will I built my Church, Math. 16 18 Moses was faithful in all etc. but christ as a son over his OWN House, whose House Are we, Hebrew 3. 4, 5. And that you may see that he does not own it as His, without good Right and Title, know that in the great Economy of Grace, jesus christ hath a threefold Right and Title to this House.
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1. Of Inheritance, He is by his Father appointed Heir of all things, Heb. 1. 3. By Inheritance he obtains this excellent name, to be Lord of this House.
1. Of Inheritance, He is by his Father appointed Heir of all things, Hebrew 1. 3. By Inheritance he obtains this excellent name, to be Lord of this House.
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And he hath an Engagement from his Father, that he shal injoy his whole Inheritance upon demand, Psal. 2. 8. For the Father appointed, in the fulnesse of time, to gather together all these things in Christ, both which are in Heaven,
And he hath an Engagement from his Father, that he shall enjoy his Whole Inheritance upon demand, Psalm 2. 8. For the Father appointed, in the fullness of time, to gather together all these things in christ, both which Are in Heaven,
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and which are in Earth in him, Eph. 1. 10. So that as Christ is the first begotten of the Father, Heb. 1. 6. and the first born of every creature, Col. 1. 15. the Right of Heirship is his. But this will not do: for
and which Are in Earth in him, Ephesians 1. 10. So that as christ is the First begotten of the Father, Hebrew 1. 6. and the First born of every creature, Col. 1. 15. the Right of Heirship is his. But this will not do: for
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and charge himself with the whole Debt, all the Curse and Punishment, which this House had in part actually contracted upon it self, and wholly deserved.
and charge himself with the Whole Debt, all the Curse and Punishment, which this House had in part actually contracted upon it self, and wholly deserved.
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Here (saith he) shall be my Habitation and my dwelling for ever, Psal. 133. Know you not (saith the Apostle) that you are the Temple of the Spirit of Christ? Well,
Here (Says he) shall be my Habitation and my Dwelling for ever, Psalm 133. Know you not (Says the Apostle) that you Are the Temple of the Spirit of christ? Well,
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and how come we so to be? you are bought with a price, 2. Cor 6. 19. They who affirm that he also thus purchased the unclean styes of the Divel, wot not what they say.
and how come we so to be? you Are bought with a price, 2. Cor 6. 19. They who affirm that he also thus purchased the unclean sties of the devil, wot not what they say.
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For this purpose (then) was the Son of God made manifest, that he might destr•y the works of the Devil, 1. Joh. 38. And how doth he do it? 1. He overpowers him,
For this purpose (then) was the Son of God made manifest, that he might destr•y the works of the devil, 1. John 38. And how does he do it? 1. He overpowers him,
and destroves him, in that, Through death he destroyed him that had the power of death, that is, the divel, Heb. 2. 14. 2. He spoyled him having overcome him, He bund the strong man,
and destroves him, in that, Through death he destroyed him that had the power of death, that is, the Devil, Hebrew 2. 14. 2. He spoiled him having overcome him, He bund the strong man,
and then spoyled his goods, Math 12. 27. All that darknesse, unbelief, sin, and hardnesse, that he had stuffed this House withall, Christ spoyles them,
and then spoiled his goods, Math 12. 27. All that darkness, unbelief, since, and hardness, that he had stuffed this House withal, christ spoils them,
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and like a mighty Conquerour makes an open shew of him to his everlasting shame, Col. 2. 15. Having spoyled Principalities and Powers, he made a shew of them openly, triumphing over them in his Crosse:
and like a mighty Conqueror makes an open show of him to his everlasting shame, Col. 2. 15. Having spoiled Principalities and Powers, he made a show of them openly, triumphing over them in his Cross:
The Psalmist makes this a great Argument in his pleading against opposers, that they came into the Lords inheritance, Psal. 79. 1. The Title of Christs purchase was not then so clearely known,
The Psalmist makes this a great Argument in his pleading against opposers, that they Come into the lords inheritance, Psalm 79. 1. The Title of Christ purchase was not then so clearly known,
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the whole Right he has to this House, to his Saints. Who then shall meddle with it and go free? Amongst men, every one with all his might will defend his own possession.
the Whole Right he has to this House, to his Saints. Who then shall meddle with it and go free? among men, every one with all his might will defend his own possession.
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And shall we think that the Lord Christ will suffer his to be spoiled at an easie rate? shall not men pay dear for their encroachment? How hath he in our dayes frustrated all attempts for the persecution of his? Touch not (saith he) mine Anointed. Men may upon various pretences claim this priviledge, to such a Land, Nation,
And shall we think that the Lord christ will suffer his to be spoiled At an easy rate? shall not men pay dear for their encroachment? How hath he in our days frustrated all attempts for the persecution of his? Touch not (Says he) mine Anointed. Men may upon various pretences claim this privilege, to such a Land, nation,
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or Faction; it will in the end appeare to be theirs and only theirs, who are living stones of this House: doggs may scramble for their bread, but shall not injoy it:
or Faction; it will in the end appear to be theirs and only theirs, who Are living stones of this House: Dogs may scramble for their bred, but shall not enjoy it:
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We have all Wisedome enough (as we suppose) to order our own houses: Only, the Wisedome and Love of the Father, leaves his to the discretion of others:
We have all Wisdom enough (as we suppose) to order our own houses: Only, the Wisdom and Love of the Father, leaves his to the discretion of Others:
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3. Hath Christ taken his own House to himself upon so many Titles, let not men put those buildings on him for his, which are not so, which he holds not by these Titles.
3. Hath christ taken his own House to himself upon so many Titles, let not men put those buildings on him for his, which Are not so, which he holds not by these Titles.
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can you put a greate indignity on him? No, sayes the man, that is not mine, I dwell in yonder sumptuous Palace. And shal we deal thus with the Lord Jesus? He hathbought & adorned his own House:
can you put a great indignity on him? No, Says the man, that is not mine, I dwell in yonder sumptuous Palace. And shall we deal thus with the Lord jesus? He hathbought & adorned his own House:
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a glorious House it is I •now men shall hold out to him, a sty of swine, a den of unclean Beasts, a ruinous Heap, whereof the far greatest part are dead stones,
a glorious House it is I •now men shall hold out to him, a sty of Swine, a den of unclean Beasts, a ruinous Heap, whereof the Far greatest part Are dead stones,
and tell him, this is his Church, his House, will it notexceedingly provoke him? will he bear such a reproach? Nay, he will reject such Tenders, to their Ruine.
and tell him, this is his Church, his House, will it notexceedingly provoke him? will he bear such a reproach? Nay, he will reject such Tenders, to their Ruin.
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This man is counted worthy of more Honour then Moses, inasmuch as he that buildeth the House, hath more Honour then the House ▪ Heb. 3. 3. I (saith he) will build my Church, Math. 16. 18. This is not a Fabrick for any workman but Christ.
This man is counted worthy of more Honour then Moses, inasmuch as he that builds the House, hath more Honour then the House ▪ Hebrew 3. 3. I (Says he) will built my Church, Math. 16. 18. This is not a Fabric for any workman but christ.
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and some so excellent, that they may be said to be w•se master-builders, 2. Cor. 3. 10. But yet all the Efficacy of their labour in this building is not from themselves,
and Some so excellent, that they may be said to be w•se master-builders, 2. Cor. 3. 10. But yet all the Efficacy of their labour in this building is not from themselves,
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of this I chiefly treat. 2. Ecclesiasticall, of some particular stones into severall Tabernacles, which are usefull Partitions in the great mysticall House, called Assemblyes, and dwelling places of mount Sion:
of this I chiefly Treat. 2. Ecclesiastical, of Some particular stones into several Tabernacles, which Are useful Partitions in the great mystical House, called Assemblies, and Dwelling places of mount Sion:
If all the most skilfull Workmen in the world should go to the pit of Nature, by their own strength to hew out stones for this building, they will never with all their skill and diligence, lay one stone upon it.
If all the most skilful Workmen in the world should go to the pit of Nature, by their own strength to hew out stones for this building, they will never with all their skill and diligence, lay one stone upon it.
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There is Life required to those stones, which none can give but Christ ▪ The Father hath given into his hand alone, to give life eternall to whom he will, Joh. 17. 2. He alone can turn stones into children of Abraham. To him is committed all dispensation of quickning power.
There is Life required to those stones, which none can give but christ ▪ The Father hath given into his hand alone, to give life Eternal to whom he will, John 17. 2. He alone can turn stones into children of Abraham. To him is committed all Dispensation of quickening power.
and that by his Almighty Power put li•e into dead stones, that they may grow up to bee a holy and living Habitation unto him? what then becomes of that famous workman Freewill, and a power of believing in our selves, do not they work effectually in this Temple? As it was in Salomons Temple, there was neither Axe, nor Hammer,
and that by his Almighty Power put li•e into dead stones, that they may grow up to be a holy and living Habitation unto him? what then becomes of that famous workman Freewill, and a power of believing in our selves, do not they work effectually in this Temple? As it was in Solomon's Temple, there was neither Axe, nor Hammer,
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nor any Tool of Iron heard în it, all the while it was in building. 1. Kings 6. 7. So in this spi•••ual House, that Iron Tool of Freewill, is not once heard:
nor any Tool of Iron herd în it, all the while it was in building. 1. Kings 6. 7. So in this spi•••ual House, that Iron Tool of Freewill, is not once herd:
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Shall a dead wil• be thought to have a quickning, life-giving power in it? Shall a Spirit of life be spun out of the Bowels of Nature? Is it the will of man,
Shall a dead wil• be Thought to have a quickening, life-giving power in it? Shall a Spirit of life be spun out of the Bowels of Nature? Is it the will of man,
or the will of God that drawes men unto Christ? And is it Spirit or flesh that unites us to him? Where then is this workman employed that makes all this noyse in the world? Even there where men cry, Go to, let us build a City and a Tower whose top may reach to Heaven? Gen 11 4 amongst those who would build a Babel, a Tower of their own to get to Heaven by.
or the will of God that draws men unto christ? And is it Spirit or Flesh that unites us to him? Where then is this workman employed that makes all this noise in the world? Even there where men cry, Go to, let us built a city and a Tower whose top may reach to Heaven? Gen 11 4 among those who would built a Babel, a Tower of their own to get to Heaven by.
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3. See hence a great mistake of many poor Creatures, who would fain be stones in this House: what course take they? They Hew and square themselves, strive to cut off this and that rubbish, which (as they suppose) alone hinders them from being fitted to this building. They pare themselves with vows, promises, resolutions and engagements, beautifie themselves with duties and services:
3. See hence a great mistake of many poor Creatures, who would fain be stones in this House: what course take they? They Hew and square themselves, strive to Cut off this and that rubbish, which (as they suppose) alone hinders them from being fitted to this building. They pare themselves with vows, promises, resolutions and engagements, beautify themselves with duties and services:
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as that they are ready to think, it will be well with them, now surely they shal have a share & Interest in this living & glorious House, when all on the suddain they fal again to the ground:
as that they Are ready to think, it will be well with them, now surely they shall have a share & Interest in this living & glorious House, when all on the sudden they fall again to the ground:
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Would now this poor soul see where its great defect lyes? It hath not applyed it self aright to the only Builder. Wouldest thou be a stone in this Fabrick, lay thy self before the Lord Jesus:
Would now this poor soul see where its great defect lies? It hath not applied it self aright to the only Builder. Wouldst thou be a stone in this Fabric, lay thy self before the Lord jesus:
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Son of man, I have set thee a Watchman, Ezek. 2. 11. I have set Watchmen upon thy walls, Isa 61. 6, 7. which in a speciall manner are the Pastors of the Churches, they watch, Heb. 13. 17. As the Priests and Levits heretofore kept the watch of the Lord:
Son of man, I have Set thee a Watchman, Ezekiel 2. 11. I have Set Watchmen upon thy walls, Isaiah 61. 6, 7. which in a special manner Are the Pastors of the Churches, they watch, Hebrew 13. 17. As the Priests and Levits heretofore kept the watch of the Lord:
It cannot be denyed, but that many who have taken upon them to be these Watchmen, have watched onely for their own advantage, have been very dogs, yea dumb dogs, the very worst of dogs, Isa. 66. 10. yea they have been,
It cannot be denied, but that many who have taken upon them to be these Watchmen, have watched only for their own advantage, have been very Dogs, yea dumb Dogs, the very worst of Dogs, Isaiah 66. 10. yea they have been,
and oftentimes are under various pretences, great smiters and wounders of the Spouse of Christ, Cant 5. but yet were they never so good and true to their Trusts, they were never able all to watch and keep this House, had it not another Watchman. Except the Lord keep the City, these Watchmen watch in vain, Psal. 127. 1. He that keepeth Israel, who doth neither slumber nor sleep, must keep this House, or it will be destroyed.
and oftentimes Are under various pretences, great smiters and wonders of the Spouse of christ, Cant 5. but yet were they never so good and true to their Trusts, they were never able all to watch and keep this House, had it not Another Watchman. Except the Lord keep the city, these Watchmen watch in vain, Psalm 127. 1. He that Keepeth Israel, who does neither slumber nor sleep, must keep this House, or it will be destroyed.
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Christ then is that Holy One, and that WATCHER that came down from Heaven, and commanded to cut down the tree and the branches, Dan. 4. 13, 14. Nebuchadnezzar and his great power, for medling with this House.
christ then is that Holy One, and that WATCHER that Come down from Heaven, and commanded to Cut down the tree and the branches, Dan. 4. 13, 14. Nebuchadnezzar and his great power, for meddling with this House.
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He looks down from heaven to behold them that fear him, Psal. 14. He is that Stone upon which are seven Eyes Zech. 3. 9. A sufficiency, in perfection of wisedome, inspection,
He looks down from heaven to behold them that Fear him, Psalm 14. He is that Stone upon which Are seven Eyes Zechariah 3. 9. A sufficiency, in perfection of Wisdom, inspection,
and government for the good of his House. And those seven eyes of his run to and fro through the whole earth, for this very purpose, Zech. 4. 10. He takes notice of the state and condition of his People, to eye them in all their distresses,
and government for the good of his House. And those seven eyes of his run to and from through the Whole earth, for this very purpose, Zechariah 4. 10. He Takes notice of the state and condition of his People, to eye them in all their Distresses,
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So deales the Lord Iesus with his House, lets it oftentimes strive and wrestle with great Oppositions, to draw out and exercise all the Graces thereof:
So deals the Lord Iesus with his House, lets it oftentimes strive and wrestle with great Oppositions, to draw out and exercise all the Graces thereof:
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Whilst they are digging deep, He looks on, and laughs them to scorn. How perplexed was the King of Syria, when he found that the Prophet was acquainted with all his designes,
While they Are digging deep, He looks on, and laughs them to scorn. How perplexed was the King of Syria, when he found that the Prophet was acquainted with all his designs,
and made them known to the King of Israel. It cannot but be a matter of perplexity to the Enemies of this House, when they shall finde that the great Friend and Protector thereof, is continually present in all their Advisoes. Let them not wonder at their birthlesse under-takings, the Eye of Christ is still uupon them.
and made them known to the King of Israel. It cannot but be a matter of perplexity to the Enemies of this House, when they shall find that the great Friend and Protector thereof, is continually present in all their Advises. Let them not wonder At their birthlesse undertakings, the Eye of christ is still uupon them.
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He hath chosen Zion, he hath desired it for ••s Habitation this is my rest (saith he) here will I dwell, Psal. 132. 13, 14. This House i• built up, to be an Habitation unto him, Ephes. 2. 22. He is the King of Saints, and this House is his Court.
He hath chosen Zion, he hath desired it for ••s Habitation this is my rest (Says he) Here will I dwell, Psalm 132. 13, 14. This House i• built up, to be an Habitation unto him, Ephesians 2. 22. He is the King of Saints, and this House is his Court.
It is true for his human Nature, the Hevens must receive him untill the time of the Restitution of all things, Acts. 4. 27. but yet, he dwelleth in this House three ways.
It is true for his human Nature, the Heavens must receive him until the time of the Restitution of all things, Acts. 4. 27. but yet, he dwells in this House three ways.
1. By his Spirit, Christ dwels in this House, and every stone of it, by his Spirit Know you not that Christ is in you except you be reprobates. 2 Cor 13. 5 Christ in you that is, the Spirit of Christ; Christ by his Spirit.
1. By his Spirit, christ dwells in this House, and every stone of it, by his Spirit Know you not that christ is in you except you be Reprobates. 2 Cor 13. 5 christ in you that is, the Spirit of christ; christ by his Spirit.
The love of God is shed in abroad in our Hearts by the Holy Ghost that is given unto us, Rom. 5. 5. There is not only the love of God, a grace of the Spirit shed abroad in us, but there is also the Holy Spirit giuen unto us.
The love of God is shed in abroad in our Hearts by the Holy Ghost that is given unto us, Rom. 5. 5. There is not only the love of God, a grace of the Spirit shed abroad in us, but there is also the Holy Spirit given unto us.
as also, 2 Tim. 1. 14. keep the good thing committed to thee, by the Holy Ghost that dwelleth in us, Hence the Saints are said to be Temples of the Holy Ghost.
as also, 2 Tim. 1. 14. keep the good thing committed to thee, by the Holy Ghost that dwells in us, Hence the Saints Are said to be Temples of the Holy Ghost.
Though Christ in his human Nature be exceedingly distanced from us, yet there being one and the same Spirit in him and us, wee are one Mysticall Christ. Yet abserve,
Though christ in his human Nature be exceedingly distanced from us, yet there being one and the same Spirit in him and us, we Are one Mystical christ. Yet abserve,
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yet the Saints have not that which is called Personal Vnion, with him nor with the Spirit Personal Vnion is, by a person of the Deity, assuming the nature of man, into one personallty with it self, that having of it sown no personall subsistance. Things are here clean otherwise:
yet the Saints have not that which is called Personal union, with him nor with the Spirit Personal union is, by a person of the Deity, assuming the nature of man, into one personallty with it self, that having of it sown no personal subsistence. Things Are Here clean otherwise:
2. By his graces. Christ dwelleth in this House and in all the stones thereof by his Graces. He dwells in our hearts by faith, Ephes. 3. 17. He dwells in us by his word in all wisdome, Col. 3. 16. All the graces we are made partakers of, we receive from his fulnesse, and by them, he Inhabits, in us.
2. By his graces. christ dwells in this House and in all the stones thereof by his Graces. He dwells in our hearts by faith, Ephesians 3. 17. He dwells in us by his word in all Wisdom, Col. 3. 16. All the graces we Are made partakers of, we receive from his fullness, and by them, he Inhabits, in us.
Hence is that Prayer of the Spouse, Awake O North winde and come thou South, blow upon my Garden, that the savour of my spices may flow out, let my boloved come and eat of his spices, Can.
Hence is that Prayer of the Spouse, Awake Oh North wind and come thou South, blow upon my Garden, that the savour of my spices may flow out, let my boloved come and eat of his spices, Can.
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4. 16. she would have the Spices, the Graces she hath received, breathed on by a fresh gale of the Spirit, that they might yeeld a sweet savour. And why so? that her Beloved may have something for his Entertainment, that hee may come and sup, and eat of his pleasant fruits.
4. 16. she would have the Spices, the Graces she hath received, breathed on by a fresh gale of the Spirit, that they might yield a sweet savour. And why so? that her beloved may have something for his Entertainment, that he may come and sup, and eat of his pleasant fruits.
Neither is this all, that when Christ comes he will sup with us (though this we a great deal, o what are we that we should entertain our Lord ▪ but also,
Neither is this all, that when christ comes he will sup with us (though this we a great deal, oh what Are we that we should entertain our Lord ▪ but also,
2 The saints sup with him. He provides Choyce Refreshments for them also. When Christ comes in unto us, he will entertaine a soul bounteously. He provides love for us.
2 The Saints sup with him. He provides Choice Refreshments for them also. When christ comes in unto us, he will entertain a soul bounteously. He provides love for us.
When the Spirit of Christ, is bestowed on us, he sheads abroad the love of God in our Hearts, Rom. 5. 5. He sheeds it abroad, powers it out abundantly.
When the Spirit of christ, is bestowed on us, he sheds abroad the love of God in our Hearts, Rom. 5. 5. He sheeds it abroad, Powers it out abundantly.
Of such precious things as these doth Christ provide a supper for them, with whomhe dwells. It Christ be in you, more or lesse, you shall not want this entertainment.
Of such precious things as these does christ provide a supper for them, with whomhe dwells. It christ be in you, more or less, you shall not want this entertainment.
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and troubled, at all their unbeliefe, unruly passions, worldy desires, foolish Imaginations, surely they could not but be much more watchfulover themselves, then generally they are.
and troubled, At all their unbelief, unruly passion, worldy Desires, foolish Imaginations, surely they could not but be much more watchfulover themselves, then generally they Are.
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He is refreshed when we walk with him, and hold fellowship with him To turn aside from him, to hold fellowship with world or flesh, this grives him, and burdens him.
He is refreshed when we walk with him, and hold fellowship with him To turn aside from him, to hold fellowship with world or Flesh, this gives him, and burdens him.
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how doth he cry out, Make me to hear the voyce of joy and gladnesse, that the bones which thou hast broken may rejoyce, Psal. 51. 8. If thou valuest the presence of Christ at no greater rate,
how does he cry out, Make me to hear the voice of joy and gladness, that the bones which thou hast broken may rejoice, Psalm 51. 8. If thou valuest the presence of christ At no greater rate,
Examine your selves, is it not so with some of you? have you not lost the sense of the presence of Christ by your folly and uneven walking? Perhaps you value it not much,
Examine your selves, is it not so with Some of you? have you not lost the sense of the presence of christ by your folly and uneven walking? Perhaps you valve it not much,
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Ah! how many poor creatures are come to this state in these dayes, by their neglect and contempt of Christ dwelling in them, they have lost their sirst love, their first life, their Graces are ready to dy,
Ah! how many poor creatures Are come to this state in these days, by their neglect and contempt of christ Dwelling in them, they have lost their sirst love, their First life, their Graces Are ready to die,
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How sweet would it be with us, if upon a serious consideration from whence all these Graces flow, that we would apply our selves to draw out fafther degrees and heightenings of them, whereby he might dwell more plentifully in us,
How sweet would it be with us, if upon a serious consideration from whence all these Graces flow, that we would apply our selves to draw out fafther Degrees and heightenings of them, whereby he might dwell more plentifully in us,
All (saith he) that devour Israel shall offend, Jerem. 2. 3. He will not hold him guiltlesse that rises up against it ▪ see Isa. 59. 15, 16, 17; 18. he takes upon him the avenging of his House, as his own proper work.
All (Says he) that devour Israel shall offend, Jeremiah 2. 3. He will not hold him guiltless that rises up against it ▪ see Isaiah 59. 15, 16, 17; 18. he Takes upon him the avenging of his House, as his own proper work.
So also is he described Revel. 19. 13, 14, 15. He hath promised to make the Stones of this House heavy stones, they shall burden all that touch them, Zech 12. 3. He comes forth of the Myrtle trees in the bottom (his lowly people, in a low condition) with the Red horse following him, Zech. 1. 8. upon this account he ••arfully b•oke the old Roman Pagan Empire, Revel.
So also is he described Revel. 19. 13, 14, 15. He hath promised to make the Stones of this House heavy stones, they shall burden all that touch them, Zechariah 12. 3. He comes forth of the Myrtle trees in the bottom (his lowly people, in a low condition) with the Read horse following him, Zechariah 1. 8. upon this account he ••arfully b•oke the old Roman Pagan Empire, Revel.
6. 13, 14, 15, 16, 17. and will as fearfully destroy the Antichristian Roman power, with all its adherents, Revel. 17. 18, 19. Sooner or later he will call to an account every Instrument of persecution in the world.
6. 13, 14, 15, 16, 17. and will as fearfully destroy the Antichristian Roman power, with all its adherents, Revel. 17. 18, 19. Sooner or later he will call to an account every Instrument of persecution in the world.
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23. 24. Many poor Creatures have by their Opposition to his House ▪ roused up this Lyon, and what hath been the Issue? what attempts have been to cause him to ly down aga•n: all in vain:
23. 24. Many poor Creatures have by their Opposition to his House ▪ roused up this lion, and what hath been the Issue? what attempts have been to cause him to lie down aga•n: all in vain:
And these are some of the Relations wherein the Lord Christ stands unto this House of God, being made thereby unto it, Beauty and Glory, Comelinesse and Excellency. The carrying on of this Building by the union of all the stones thereof •o the Foundation,
And these Are Some of the Relations wherein the Lord christ Stands unto this House of God, being made thereby unto it, Beauty and Glory, Comeliness and Excellency. The carrying on of this Building by the Union of all the stones thereof •o the Foundation,
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2. Learn hence the vanity of resting upon outward Church priviledges, if we are not withall, interested in this spiritual estate where men are living stones indeed, they ly in beauty and order in the Assemblies:
2. Learn hence the vanity of resting upon outward Church privileges, if we Are not withal, interested in this spiritual estate where men Are living stones indeed, they lie in beauty and order in the Assemblies:
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where they are otherwise, where Assemblyes are made up of dead rubbish, and yet cry, the House of the Lord, the House of the Lord, the Lord Jesus abhorres those Assemblies, He stands not in these Relations unto them.
where they Are otherwise, where Assemblies Are made up of dead rubbish, and yet cry, the House of the Lord, the House of the Lord, the Lord jesus abhors those Assemblies, He Stands not in these Relations unto them.
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Shall the Residue of men, who under new pretences, or old ones new painted, drive on the same designe, shall they prosper? Thou, O Lord Jesus, in thine anger, wilt cut them off.
Shall the Residue of men, who under new pretences, or old ones new painted, drive on the same Design, shall they prosper? Thou, Oh Lord jesus, in thine anger, wilt Cut them off.
